Podcasts about Digital world

What if the loneliest generation in history is also the most connected? In this message from the Connected Life series at Local Vineyard Church, Pastor Jacob unpacks why one in three people feel they have no one to call, and why putting down your phone is only half the solution. Tracing community from Genesis to the early church in Acts, this sermon shows that God himself exists in perfect community and designed you to be known, not just noticed. Learn why isolation is the enemy's favorite trap, how small groups and serve teams build real relationships, and what the "one another" commands of the New Testament ask of us. Rows are where we sit; circles are where we heal. Discover what it means to live face-to-face in a face-down world.0:00 The Church I Picture2:34 One in Three Have No One5:32 The Phone Was Never the Problem6:09 Created for Community11:38 How the Early Church Lived14:44 Isolation Is the Enemy's Favorite Trap19:09 Small Groups and Serve Teams25:10 Five "One Another" CommandsPreached by Jacob Gaines on August 2, 2026 at Local Vineyard Church.Watch the video and find more at https://localvineyard.church/messages/the-connected-life/finding-authentic-community-in-a-digital-worldSupport the showMade a decision to follow Jesus? We want to know about it! Fill out our connect card here: https://local.churchcenter.com/people/forms/115766Thank you for your generosity. For information on how to give, visit https://localvineyard.church/give.

John talks with Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) about the Kids Online Safety Act which aims to impose a duty of care and rigorous safety standards on social media and AI companies. 

Thanks to AI, it's easier than ever to avoid reading books — but that convenience may come with a cost. IDEAS explores how our digital landscape, coupled with the decline of reading, is changing the way we think. *This episode originally aired on Feb. 19, 2026.If you like this episode, listen to our podcast with Geoffrey Hinton, the 'godfather of artificial intelligence' who says AI must develop empathy and 'maternal instincts' or we risk human extinction.Guests in this episode:Adriaan Van der Weel is a professor emeritus by special appointment at the Leiden University Centre for the Arts in Society. He's also the co-author of The Ljubljana Manifesto on Higher-Level Reading.Maryanne Wolf is director of the Center for Dyslexia, Diverse Learners, and Social Justice at the UCLA Graduate School of Education and Information Studies, and the author of Reader, Come Home: The Reading Brain in a Digital World (2018).Naomi Baron is a professor emerita of World Languages and Cultures at American University and the author of Reader Bot: What Happens When AI Reads and Why It Matters (2026).Leah Sargeant is an author and senior policy analyst at the Niskanen Center.Shannon Vallor is the Baillie Gifford Chair in the Ethics of Data and Artificial Intelligence at the Edinburgh Futures Institute (EFI) at the University of Edinburgh, where she is also appointed in Philosophy. She is the author of The AI Mirror: How to Reclaim Our Humanity in an Age of Machine Thinking (2024).

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://greatness.lnk.to/1453DM Comedian Bert Kreischer details his journey figuring out how to creatively promote himself on social media. He recounts early homemade attempts evolving by studying YouTube influencers, then taking control of shooting, editing and designing his own media. Kreischer explains leveraging interesting techniques led to selling out shows by smartly targeting fans. He proudly shares funny examples crafting captivating viral videos with his family that major celebrities eagerly amplified. Though an injury disrupted his momentum, Kreischer continued ingeniously mobilizing his audience. He emphasizes genuinely enjoying the challenge of organically blending humor and salesmanship. Overall, Kreischer reveals innovating an authentic style that compelled followers to enthusiastically support his career. LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE! Sign up for the Greatness newsletter! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Don't let AI replace your critical thinking, but don't be afraid to use it either. AI can be a helpful tool when used well, and to do that we need digitial literacy. In this episode, Dr. Pamela Rutledge is back talking with Polly about using AI wisely, avoiding doom scrolling, teaching media literacy, and finding a healthier balance with technology. Learn more from Dr. Pamela Rutledge at DrPam@substack.com. For more on how to live well, do good, and be happy, join our substack community at PollyCampbell.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a crowded market, copying products has become effortless. Herman Scheer cofounder John Scheer explains why building a strong, clear brand is an entrepreneur's last line of defense. By rooting messaging in human truth and optimizing copy for AI search tools, he reveals how modern businesses can carve out lasting market moats that drive long-term value. For more on Herman Scheer, in show notes, click here. Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

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On Todays Program on Other Side of Midnight With Lionel, Todays Spotlights Lynn's Warriors and Her Message of the Urgent Need for Online Child Safety. Were She Dives Deep Into Advising  the Health and Human Services (HHS) Department to Take a Leadership Role in Protecting Children From Digital Exploitation and Predatory Algorithms. To Then Switching Conversation Topic on Heritage, Racial Intelligence and Egalitarianism. And Much More to Come !!!

Have you ever uttered the phrase, "Don't worry, kids are resilient"? It's a line meant to comfort us as adults, but what if it's actually giving us permission to skip over our kids' real struggles? In this episode, I sit down with children's therapist and author Stacy Schaffer to dismantle the massive misconceptions around childhood coping and resilience. Stacy shares her own powerful story of navigating a traumatic childhood under the guise of being the "perfect, shiny" kid , and explains why our well-behaved children might actually be suffering in silence. In this episode we cover: What "kids are resilient" really means, and why we overuse it The difference between true resilience and just shutting down Why the well behaved, easy kid might actually be a red flag worth paying attention to What perfectionism can be a sign of, and why it is not the goal The one thing research shows can change a kid's whole trajectory How to actually support your kid without fixing or minimizing what they feel Stacy's own story of being labeled resilient, and what she wishes had been different Connect with Stacy Schaffer on Instagram @hoperestored, visit her site https://stacyschaffer.com/ and buy her new book: https://go.shopmy.us/p-69552166 (paid link) Check out her new course: Staying Connected to Your Kids in a Digital World. www.stacyschaffer.com/workshop 00:00:00 - The Danger of the "Kids Are Resilient" Myth 00:02:16 - Meet Child Therapist Stacy Schaffer 00:04:24 - Why Adults Overuse the Word "Resiliency" 00:06:53 - Rescue Parenting vs. Building Real Resilience 00:08:39 - True Resilience: You Don't Have to Do It Alone 00:12:12 - Stacy's Personal Story: "Shiny" Coping vs. Safe Containers 00:14:38 - Destigmatizing Therapy & Embracing Imperfect Parenting 00:18:14 - Red Flags: Is Your "Good Kid" Coping in Isolation? 00:23:38 - The Power of Being Seen: Stop Fixing, Start Listening 00:29:26 - Restoring Hope for the Next Generation Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! Shop Dr. Mona's favorite products: https://shopmy.us/shop/pedsdoctalk (paid link) And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recorded live at SocialWest 2026 in Calgary, Azrah Manji-Savin, entrepreneur, speaker, and co-founder of Syzl, joins host Lindsay Smith to unpack why personal branding and in-person networking matter more than ever in an increasingly digital world.Syzl is an online marketplace helping food entrepreneurs access commercial kitchen space, along with the operational and financial support they need to actually grow. Beyond building the platform, Azra is passionate about helping people build authentic professional relationships and stand out without losing sight of who they are.Azrah breaks down why personal brand searches have skyrocketed alongside AI, how to network without it feeling like a performance, what it looks like to build a personal brand guide the same way you'd build one for a client, and why staying consistent online and in person is the thing that actually builds trust.Networking isn't a performance. It's just a conversation you haven't had yet.Edited and produced by TAKT.

Have you ever uttered the phrase, "Don't worry, kids are resilient"? It's a line meant to comfort us as adults, but what if it's actually giving us permission to skip over our kids' real struggles? In this episode, I sit down with children's therapist and author Stacy Schaffer to dismantle the massive misconceptions around childhood coping and resilience. Stacy shares her own powerful story of navigating a traumatic childhood under the guise of being the "perfect, shiny" kid , and explains why our well-behaved children might actually be suffering in silence. In this episode we cover: What "kids are resilient" really means, and why we overuse it The difference between true resilience and just shutting down Why the well behaved, easy kid might actually be a red flag worth paying attention to What perfectionism can be a sign of, and why it is not the goal The one thing research shows can change a kid's whole trajectory How to actually support your kid without fixing or minimizing what they feel Stacy's own story of being labeled resilient, and what she wishes had been different Connect with Stacy Schaffer on Instagram @hoperestored, visit her site https://stacyschaffer.com/ and buy her new book: https://go.shopmy.us/p-69552166 (paid link) Check out her new course: Staying Connected to Your Kids in a Digital World. www.stacyschaffer.com/workshop 00:00:00 - The Danger of the "Kids Are Resilient" Myth 00:02:16 - Meet Child Therapist Stacy Schaffer 00:04:24 - Why Adults Overuse the Word "Resiliency" 00:06:53 - Rescue Parenting vs. Building Real Resilience 00:08:39 - True Resilience: You Don't Have to Do It Alone 00:12:12 - Stacy's Personal Story: "Shiny" Coping vs. Safe Containers 00:14:38 - Destigmatizing Therapy & Embracing Imperfect Parenting 00:18:14 - Red Flags: Is Your "Good Kid" Coping in Isolation? 00:23:38 - The Power of Being Seen: Stop Fixing, Start Listening 00:29:26 - Restoring Hope for the Next Generation Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! Shop Dr. Mona's favorite products: https://shopmy.us/shop/pedsdoctalk (paid link) And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Going analog in business does not mean throwing away the computer or abandoning every digital tool. It means asking a harder question: does the technology you are using still make the business easier, more profitable, or more effective?In this episode of It's The Bottom Line that Matters, Jennifer R. Glass and Patricia Reszetylo examine the growing pile of software subscriptions, browser tabs, online systems, and digital habits that can quietly create more work for small business owners.The conversation looks at where digital systems clearly earn their place, including CRM and customer follow-up, and where an analog approach may create greater clarity. Whiteboards, physical planning systems, phone calls, and face-to-face conversations can still have strategic value when the business outcome supports them.Jennifer and Patricia also explore the human side of going analog. A Zoom meeting may be the most practical option when clients are hundreds of miles away. A local prospect may remember the business owner who showed up with coffee, shook a hand, and had a real conversation.The episode also revisits older business systems such as the physical tickler file and connects them to modern CRM automation. Many digital tools are extensions of processes businesses used long before today's software existed. Understanding the process can make it easier to decide which technology is actually worth keeping.For small business owners feeling overwhelmed by subscriptions, open tabs, and constant connectivity, this episode offers a practical reminder: choose technology based on strategic value. The best business system may be digital, analog, or a deliberate combination of both.Check out our "The Digital Detox & Profit Audit" for ways you can help restore some semblance of sanity in your business.Speaker Bios:Jennifer R. Glass is a business growth strategist and cohost of It's The Bottom Line that Matters. Her work focuses on the decisions, systems, customer experience issues, and execution gaps that affect business growth and revenue.Patricia Reszetylo is a marketer, business systems strategist, and cohost of It's The Bottom Line that Matters. Her work focuses on follow-through, business systems, operational discipline, and helping business owners turn opportunity into practical execution.Keywords/Tags: It's The Bottom Line that Matters, Jennifer R. Glass, Patricia Reszetylo, going analog, analog business systems, small business technology, technology audit, digital overload, software subscriptions, subscription costs, tech stack, business systems, business productivity, small business productivity, human connection, customer relationships, CRM, customer follow-up, tickler file, workflow systems, business automation, digital tools, business operations, strategic technology, browser tabs, task switching, business efficiency, small business owners, entrepreneurship, hybrid business systems

Brought to you by Diesel David and Main Street Warriors In this episode of Cherokee Business Radio, Joshua Kornitsky interviews Chris Noles, founder of Beyond Computer Solutions, about IT management, cybersecurity, and AI adoption. Chris shares his 26-year journey serving businesses, debunking common misconceptions—such as Microsoft 365 automatically backing up data. He explains the importance of comprehensive cybersecurity […]

Some promises weren't designed to go viral. For centuries, Christians gathered around one table. One loaf. One cup. Together. Then came a pandemic. Then came the screens. Now millions have worshipped online. Many found comfort. Some wonder if the Church finally went digital for good. But here's what no algorithm can deliver. What no livestream can consecrate. What no bandwidth can transmit. In this episode, we enter one of the most provocative conversations in modern Anglicanism: Can the Eucharist be virtual? And if not—why? This is not about rejecting technology. It's about discovering what remains irreplaceable when every other experience can be mediated through glass. Prepare to rethink presence itself.

In today's digital world, boys are being shaped by voices most parents never invited in. Social media, porn culture, toxic influencers, looksmaxxing, pressure to be rich, pressure to be ripped, and the constant message to “act like you don't care” are all reaching boys earlier than many adults realize. But how do we talk to our sons about these things without fear, shame, lectures, or panic? In this episode of The Art of Raising Humans, Kyle and Sara talk with Daniel Principe, a youth advocate and educator from Australia who works with boys, schools, parents, and communities to help young men grow into courageous, respectful, empathetic adults. Daniel helps parents understand the world boys are navigating right now and why curiosity matters more than judgment. He shares why boys need more than warnings about what not to become. They need a hopeful, healthy vision of who they can become. Together, Kyle, Sara, and Daniel discuss how parents can approach difficult conversations about masculinity, body image, pornography, online pressure, consent, relationships, and character. They also explore why boys are not bad or broken, why parents should not parent from shame, and how adults can become safe, steady voices in a very noisy culture. This conversation is honest, hopeful, and deeply practical for parents raising boys in a world that often pulls them toward disconnection, insecurity, and apathy. Daniel Principe is a passionate youth advocate and educator who creates spaces that champion boys into becoming good men. He works with young people, parents, educators, and communities to challenge harmful cultural messages and invite boys toward courage, respect, empathy, and healthy relationships. Learn more about Daniel's work at DanielPrincipe.com.au. Connect with Daniel on Instagram: @lastoftheromans. Listen to The Art of Raising Humans wherever you get your podcasts. View the full podcast transcript at: https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/raising-boys-in-a-digital-world-masculinity-porn-body-image-and-character-with-daniel-principe Visit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey. Resource Website: https://www.artofraisinghumans.comVideo Courses: https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artofraisinghumansInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofraisinghumansPodcast Website: https://www.theartofraisinghumans.comBook List:https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/booklist The Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.

Emma Grede is a British entrepreneur and philanthropist who has been featured on Forbes' America's Richest Self-Made Women list. Emma joins Nuala McGovern to discuss her book Start With Yourself: A New Vision for Work and Life.Parents are being warned about the risks of posting images of their children online due to an increase in AI-generated child abuse imagery. The Internet Watch Foundation found 3,440 AI-generated videos of child sexual abuse in 2025, compared with just 13 in 2024. Nuala is joined by Emma Hardy of the Internet Watch Foundation and Dr Elaine Kasket, cyber-psychologist and the author of Reset: Rethinking your Digital World for a Happier Life.Many of us are familiar with the often painful process of sorting through the wardrobes of our loved ones who have died. Anita Rani discusses what people can do to keep memories alive with Sophie Lewis, founder of The Reincarnation Club, a service which creates new outfits out of old and Pip Housam, of Love Keep Create, a company which transforms clothing into keepsakes.New research into IVF and donor eggs suggests that older women face a lower chance of fertility treatment working, even when using young donor eggs - with a marked drop-off from around the age of 49. Researchers believe age-related changes in the womb lining may be the cause. Nuala is joined by Dr Ippokratis Sarris, chair elect of the British Fertility Society, and writer Grace Ackroyd who had a baby at 47 using donor eggs.The Bayeux Tapestry arrived in London in the early hours of Friday morning, the first time it had left France for over 900 years. Meanwhile in Cambridgeshire, one woman has been painstakingly recreating the tapestry for the last decade. Mia Hansson joins Kylie Pentelow to explain why she took on this challenge.Presenter: Kylie Pentelow Producer: Kirsty McQuire

On Another Midnight With Lionel, This Episode Discusses the Digital World and the Ugly That Comes With It Like Predators Hunting the Youth and How Parents Can Stop and Solve the Problem With the Help From Lynn's Warriors. To Lionel's Thoughts Around the Recent Tyler Robinson Case. Plus More to Come !!!

A new exhibit at the Hessel Museum of Art features the work of artist and educator, Marilou Schultz. Combining traditional Navajo weaving techniques to resemble digital technologies, Schultz's work has sought to reflect the historic efforts of Navajo women as part of our collective, technological futures. Schultz and exhibit curator, Candice Hopkins, offer more insight into the inspiration of "Replica of a Chip: The Weaving Technology of Marilou Schultz." Work by Marilou Schultz: "Popular Chip" 2025, courtesy of the Gochman Family Collection Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Retirement today looks very different than it did even a decade ago. Managing your finances, protecting your identity, staying connected with family, accessing healthcare, and preserving your legacy are all becoming increasingly digital. While these advancements offer greater convenience and flexibility, they also introduce new risks that deserve careful planning. In this episode of Retirement Unlocked, Larry Heller, CFP®, CDFA®, explores how technology is reshaping retirement and why digital preparedness is essential to protecting your financial future. From cybersecurity and AI-powered scams to digital estate planning and everyday technology that supports independence, Larry shares practical insights to help you embrace innovation with greater confidence. Larry discusses:  Why retirement planning now includes cybersecurity, digital assets, and the protection of your online identity. How AI-powered scams, voice cloning, hacked emails, and identity theft are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and the practical steps retirees can take to protect themselves. The growing role of telehealth, wearable technology, and other digital tools in helping retirees maintain their independence and improve their quality of life. How technology is making it easier to travel, manage finances remotely, stay connected with family, and enjoy greater flexibility throughout retirement. Why organizing your digital assets, passwords, online accounts, and estate documents is becoming just as important as traditional estate planning. And more! Connect with Larry Heller:  (631) 248-3600 Schedule a 20-Minute Call Heller Wealth Management LinkedIn: Larry Heller, CFP®, CDFA®, CPA YouTube: Retirement Unlocked with Larry Heller, CFP® Heller Wealth Management is now part of Savant Wealth Management. Savant is a Registered Investment Advisor. This content is provided for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as personalized investment advice. Effective March 31, 2026, Heller Wealth Management joined Savant Wealth Management (“Savant”). A copy of Savant's current written disclosure Brochure discussing our advisory services and fees is available at www.savantwealth.com/disclosure-brochures/

See what the team at The Successful Bookkeeper has on right now → Your clients' financials tell one story. What your clients think about their business tells another. In this episode, fractional CFO, course creator, and speaker Debra Angilletta returns to show how closing that gap — through simple, curiosity-driven conversations — is the most direct path to selling advisory services. No complicated sales process required. Chapters [00:00] Opening Quote and Intro [01:35] Meet Debra Angilletta [03:30] Why Bookkeepers Struggle to Sell Advisory [06:10] The "Curious" Question Technique [09:20] Staying Human in a Digital World [11:50] Finding Your First Five Clients [14:30] The Advisory Transformation [17:30] What 100 Business Owners Said [20:30] About the Book: Hidden Profits [22:40] Rapid Fire: Steps to Take Now The Missing Half of the Story Numbers give you the facts; your client's perspective gives you the context. Debra frames advisory as the natural result of putting those two pieces together: "When you put those two pieces of information together, that's where the magic happens, and that's where you can fill the gap." The good news is you already have one half. You just need to ask for the other. One Word That Changes Everything If you're not sure how to start a probing question without sounding nosy or accusatory, Debra has a single practical fix: lead with "curious." Saying "Curious — I noticed this in your books, can you tell me more?" removes any sense of blame, gives your client permission to explore rather than defend, and opens the conversation rather than closing it down. It's a small shift with a big effect on how clients respond. Finding Your First Five You don't need to overhaul your entire practice to get started. Debra's advice is to scan your client list, pick five people who seem most open to a deeper conversation, and book a 30-minute call — framed simply as "I saw some interesting things in your books that might be of value." That's it. The goal isn't to pitch advisory on the spot; it's to practice having the conversation. "There's nothing complicated here," Debra says. "I don't want to make it complicated for your audience at all." Business Owners Are Waiting for You to Ask Debra interviewed 100 small business owners while writing her book Hidden Profits, and the finding stopped her in her tracks. When she asked what they wished their bookkeeper did that they weren't doing, the answer was overwhelming: more strategic advisory. "I wish they would give me information that I can use to drive my business forward." Most business owners operate in isolation, with no one to think out loud with — and your existing financial relationship puts you closer to that trusted-advisor seat than you might realize. The Transformation on the Other Side Bookkeepers who start having these conversations consistently go through a noticeable shift. Debra sees it regularly: once they experience what advisory conversations feel like, they want more of them. More importantly, the relationship with the client changes. "It actually uplevels you to partnership level... they're going to see you as that trusted advisor." The compliance work stays valuable — but it's no longer the ceiling on what the relationship can be. Links Mentioned Hidden Profits: Stop Chasing Cash, Predictable Profit in 90 Days by Debra Angilletta — findmyhiddenprofits.com (free download of first 3 chapters) or search "Hidden Profits" on Amazon MasterMySales.com — Debra's sales training for financial professionals PureBookkeeping.com — episode sponsor thesuccessfulbookkeeper.com — show resources and guest links About the Guest Debra Angilletta is a fractional CFO, course creator, and speaker at MasterMySales.com who specializes in helping bookkeepers, accountants, and financial professionals sell and deliver advisory services with confidence. She works primarily with small business owners in the $500K–$3M revenue range and is the author of Hidden Profits: Stop Chasing Cash, Predictable Profit in 90 Days. Debra is a returning speaker at The Successful Bookkeeper Summit and a consistent audience favourite. About the hostMichael PalmerMichael Palmer is the host of The Successful Bookkeeper podcast and co-founder of Pure Bookkeeping and The Successful Bookkeeper. He started this work because of his father — a brilliant electrical contractor who worked twice as hard as he should have had to, because nobody on the financial side was in his corner. That gap is what The Successful Bookkeeper exists to close. His view: bookkeepers are the most undervalued force in small business — and every bookkeeper who builds a real business changes two families: theirs, and their clients'.

Parents are being warned about the risks of posting images of their children online due to an increase in AI-generated child abuse imagery. The Internet Watch Foundation found 3,440 AI-generated videos of child sexual abuse in 2025, compared with just 13 in 2024. The National Crime Agency says it is increasingly seeing offenders exploit AI technologies to target children in new ways. What's behind this rise, and what advice is there for parents? Nuala McGovern is joined by Emma Hardy, Director of Communications at the Internet Watch Foundation and Dr Elaine Kasket, cyberpsychologist and the author of Reset: Rethinking your Digital World for a Happier Life.Should emergency contraception – sometimes referred to as the morning after pill – be available to buy next to the condoms on the supermarket shelf? President of the College of Sexual and Reproductive Health Dr Zara Haider thinks so and joins Nuala to discuss.Schools have already broken up for summer in Scotland and schools in England and Wales will begin their holidays later this month. The Great British Summer Savings scheme is, a UK government initiative that recently came into effect with the aim of helping families enjoy the weekend treats, the days out, the small plans that make life enjoyable during the cost of living squeeze. To explain more about what is being made available and the difference this could make to families, Nuala hears from marketing expert and CEO of Get Savvy, Catherine Shuttleworth.At least 11 people have been killed in Kyiv following a second night of Russian strikes on the Ukrainian capital in a week, the city's top military administrator has said. For more than four years Ukrainians have been enduring Russian attacks on their cities.  Ukraine is now also carrying out its own drone strikes on targets deep inside Russia.  With no end to the war in sight people in Ukraine have found different ways to cope.  Some women turn to beauty and fashion as a way of dealing with the trauma of war, and as a sign of defiance. Isabella Jewell reports from Kyiv.Trouble Was is the debut novel by the journalist Charlotte Edwardes. It's the story of a mother who takes her children to live with relatives in Devon in the long hot summer of 1976 – and the unravelling of family secrets, all told from the perspective of nine-year-old Frank. Charlotte joins Nuala to talk about the baby blues, breakdowns and the realities of ‘70s life that she has fictionalised.Presenter: Nuala McGovern Producer: Dianne McGregor

Last time on Digimon Adventure 02, the new DigiDestined found their groove and defeated the Digimon Emperor. Their next mission is to help the Digital World recover from the emperor's short but destructive reign. Thankfully, with the Dark Digivice out of the picture, their partner Digimon can now access Champion level. Meanwhile, former emperor Ken Ichijouji faces his demons as he starts the long road to redemption. The same mysterious individual that once manipulated Ken dispatches two villainous Digimon, Arukenimon and Mummymon, to enact the next phase of his plan. Arukenimon has the abnormal ability to transform Control Spires into Digimon, which she uses to create the nigh-unstoppable BlackWarGreymon. With the fate of the Real and Digital Worlds hanging in the balance, the DigiDestined will have to trust in their bonds and face this new evil together. DigiCores, Destiny Stones, and a whole lotta soup await as Anime Was (Not) A Mistake: Prodigious Summer continues! Rate, Review, Subscribe, and Listen to Us on Podbean/iTunes/Stitcher/Spotify Follow us on Instagram:@animewasnotamistakepodcast Or on Facebook:@animewasnotamistakepod Music Provided: “Digimon Are The Champions” – Shuki Levy and Paul Gordon – Saban Entertainment – Digimon: Adventure - Digimon: Adventure OST - 1999 “Previously on Digimon” Takanori Arisawa  – Saban Entertainment – Digimon: Adventure - Digimon: Adventure OST - 1999 “Digimon's Heroic Theme” – Project Trinity Covers - Digimon: Adventure - 2012

As the world becomes increasingly digital, what happens to physical collectibles? Jeremy Lee and Chris Hoge close out the show with a wide-ranging discussion about the future of sports cards, exploring why tangible collectibles may become even more meaningful in an increasingly virtual world. The conversation examines everything from digital collectibles and NFTs to the psychology of collecting, the importance of card shows, and why face-to-face interactions remain one of the hobby's greatest strengths. Jeremy shares a theory that physical collectibles could become even more desirable as everyday life continues moving toward digital experiences, while Chris expands on why authenticity, community, and human connection remain at the heart of the hobby. If you enjoy conversations that go beyond the cards themselves and explore why we collect in the first place, subscribe and join us every week. Watch Sports Cards Live every Saturday night, The Hangover every Wednesday, The Hunt on Fanatics Collect, Vintage Spotlight, and our Weekly & Premier Auction Ending Watch Parties. Join Fanatics Collect to watch exclusive Collect Originals content, enter giveaways, and follow Sports Cards Live:https://fanaticscollect.onelink.me/xx0N/iyiniif4 Take the Hobby Spectrum assessment to discover what type of collector you are:https://thehobbyspectrum.com Grab your copy of Pops & Comps:https://www.amazon.com/POPS-COMPS-Insights-Psychology-Numbers/dp/1069808903 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, like the video, and leave a comment below. Do you think physical sports cards become more valuable as our world becomes increasingly digital, or will digital collectibles eventually take over? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Are you ready for this?” Following Andy Burnham's first big policy speech since becoming an MP, and with his sights set firmly on the top job, Coco & Nish dig into his promises of regeneration, reindustrialisation, and…a new pair of running shorts. From No10 North to nationalisation and the biggest council house building programme since the postwar period, they discuss their unanswered questions and first impressions of the Manchester man offering “growth in every postcode, and hope in every heart.” Plus, they're joined by journalist and campaigner Adele Zeynep Walton who shares her first-hand experience of the consequences of online harms. We ask whether the proposed social media ban for under-16s really gets to the heart of the problem (spoiler alert: no), and how we can truly hold the tech industry to account. Content note: this discussion includes references to suicide. USEFUL LINKSBuy Adele's book: “Logging Off: The Human Cost of our Digital World” https://www.waterstones.com/book/logging-off/adele-zeynep-walton/9781398722941 Write to your MP and support the call for a public inquiry into the scale of harm facilitated by online suicide forums: https://mollyrosefoundation.beaconforms.com/form/90ddb8e4  https://mollyrosefoundation.org/campaigns/campaign-against-pro-suicide-forums/  GUESTS Adele Zeynep Walton CHECK OUT THESE DEALS FROM OUR SPONSORS BT: Search ‘Why BT' to find out more.HRF Power Plays: Search Power Plays wherever you get your podcasts.WISE: https://www.wise.comPod Save the UK is an Intelligence Squared production for Crooked Media.We'll be doing another mailbag episode soon so get in touch! Contact us via email: podsavetheuk@crooked.com if you want to share questions, thoughts, or general musings! Like and follow us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodSavetheUK Instagram: https://instagram.com/podsavetheuk TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podsavetheuk BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/podsavetheuk.crooked.com Facebook: https://facebook.com/podsavetheuk X: https://x.com/podsavetheuk

What happens when your child has to navigate relationships with people they simply don't click with? In this episode, I take a deeper dive into relational intelligence, exploring how children can learn empathy, compassion, and perspective-taking when faced with challenging interpersonal dynamics. Drawing from my own experience supporting a child through a difficult teacher-student relationship, I share practical strategies for helping children understand that different perspectives and personalities don't make someone "bad"—just different. Discover how teaching perspective-taking today can help your child build stronger, more respectful relationships throughout life.This week's challenge: When your child faces a challenging relationship or conflict, use “What do you think…” and “I wonder…” questions to help them step into someone else's perspective and build empathy, respect, and understanding of differences.June 30, 2026Episode 335Raising Smart Kids in a Digital World - Part 4 - Questions That Teach PerspectiveAbout Your Host:Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed. is a mom or three, early childhood author, parent educator, and founder of⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Core4Parenting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠ A former preschool and kindergarten teacher with degrees in ASL, Linguistics, and Education, she created the Collaborative Parenting Methodology™ to help parents, caregivers, and educators understand the power of intentional language in shaping a child's identity, confidence, and future success.As host of the top-ranking podcast Transforming the Toddler Years, Cara blends science and soul to show adults how to “talk to kids before they can talk back,” turning tantrums into teachable moments and everyday challenges into opportunities for connection. She is also the author of the new book⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠T⁠alk to Them Early and Often⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠a guide for raising emotionally intelligent kids who thrive in school and life.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to book Cara for your next speaking event? Find all the details⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

Are you raising kids in a world that feels completely different from the one you grew up in? Pastor Jeff Schreve opens Ephesians 5 to show why wise parenting matters more than ever in an age shaped by smartphones and social media. He explains how technology brings both opportunity and danger, especially for the next generation. This message connects biblical truth with the realities families face every day. Step into your role with wisdom and raise kids who walk in the light.

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Set three years after the first season, Digimon Adventure 02 begins with the Digital World under siege once again. A human calling himself the Digimon Emperor is enslaving Digimon using Dark Rings. He's also been constructing Control Spires that prevent Digimon from evolving past rookie level. With our original heroes unable to fight at full power, a new generation of DigiDestined is chosen. We have the hot-headed Davis, the tech-savvy Yolei, and the reserved Cody paired with Veemon, Hawkmon, and Armadillomon, respectively. T.K. and Kari return to round out the 02 team, and the older DigiDestined remain ready to provide wisdom (and muscle) as needed. The DigiDestined gain access to Armor Evolution, an ancient technique that lets their Digimon bypass the Emperor's power. After the DigiDetined foil his plans one too many times, the Digimon Emperor resolves to create a Digimon capable of untold destruction. Facing an enemy that views the Digital World as nothing more than a game, will the new DigiDestined prevail and make the Digimon Emperor see the light? Warm yourself with the fires of courage, ride the wings of love, and drill…into some knowledge (just go with it) as Anime Was (Not) A Mistake: Prodigious Summer continues! Rate, Review, Subscribe, and Listen to Us on Podbean/iTunes/Stitcher/Spotify Follow us on Instagram:@animewasnotamistakepodcast Or on Facebook:@animewasnotamistakepod Music Provided: “Digimon Are The Champions” – Shuki Levy and Paul Gordon – Saban Entertainment – Digimon: Adventure - Digimon: Adventure OST - 1999 “Previously on Digimon” Takanori Arisawa  – Saban Entertainment – Digimon: Adventure - Digimon: Adventure OST - 1999 “Digimon's Heroic Theme” – Project Trinity Covers - Digimon: Adventure - 2012

What do you do if your child encounters sexual content online? Mandy Majors joins Jim Daly to share how she found out her daughter was exposed to inappropriate content, even though she didn't have a smartphone. Plus, John and Danny give some advice on how to respond in a healthy way if your kid sees pornographic content. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Keeping Kids Safe in a Digital World for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Protecting Your Child from Online Dangers Counseling Consultation and Referrals Download the Godcaster App Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

What if your child's future success depends less on what they know and more on how they connect with others? In this episode of the Raising Smart Kids in a Digital World series, I explore relational intelligence and why strong, authentic relationships are essential for learning, resilience, and personal growth. I explain how children develop their understanding of trust, respect, communication, and connection through their earliest relationships—especially those they observe at home. Through practical examples, I highlight the powerful role parents play in modeling healthy interactions and creating a foundation of honesty, respect, and meaningful conversation. Read or revisit the section on the Core Four Connectors in Talk to Them Early and Often and apply the principles of collaborative discipline and relationship-building discussed!June 23, 2026Episode 334Raising Smart Kids in a Digital World - Part 3 - Relational IntelligenceAbout Your Host:Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed. is a mom or three, early childhood author, parent educator, and founder of⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Core4Parenting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠ A former preschool and kindergarten teacher with degrees in ASL, Linguistics, and Education, she created the Collaborative Parenting Methodology™ to help parents, caregivers, and educators understand the power of intentional language in shaping a child's identity, confidence, and future success.As host of the top-ranking podcast Transforming the Toddler Years, Cara blends science and soul to show adults how to “talk to kids before they can talk back,” turning tantrums into teachable moments and everyday challenges into opportunities for connection. She is also the author of the new book⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠T⁠alk to Them Early and Often⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠a guide for raising emotionally intelligent kids who thrive in school and life.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to book Cara for your next speaking event? Find all the details ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!

Do you ever feel like you're carrying every part of your business on your shoulders? As spiritual entrepreneurs, many of us become incredibly resourceful. We learn the technology, build the systems, create the content, manage the client experience, and handle countless responsibilities behind the scenes. While these skills can help us grow, they can also lead us into a quiet belief that we should be able to do everything ourselves.In this thoughtful and encouraging episode, Michel explores the myth of "doing it all yourself" in a digital world. She shares how modern technology has made it possible for one person to wear every hat in a business, but also how that expectation can leave us feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from the work we truly feel called to do. Beyond the obvious cost of time, Michel invites listeners to consider a deeper question: What precious things might be unintentionally falling through the cracks while we are busy trying to carry everything alone?This episode offers a compassionate perspective on receiving support, creating systems that protect our energy, and building a business that supports our mission rather than consuming it. Whether you're feeling stretched thin, experiencing digital overwhelm, or simply longing for more space in your life and business, this conversation will encourage you to rethink what success, support, and sustainability can look like as a spiritual entrepreneur.Topics CoveredWhy spiritual entrepreneurs feel responsible for doing everything themselvesHow technology has expanded both our opportunities and our responsibilitiesThe hidden cost of carrying too many roles in your businessWhy relationship-building often gets neglected when we're overwhelmedHow administrative tasks can unintentionally crowd out your soul workThe connection between business growth, meaningful relationships, and communityWhat beauty, rest, creativity, and life experiences contribute to your businessWhy systems, automation, and AI can help protect your energyReceiving support as a spiritual and entrepreneurial practiceReflection questions to help identify where support is needed mostIf you've ever felt overwhelmed by the endless responsibilities of running a business or wondered why success still feels exhausting despite all your hard work, this episode is for you. Join Michel for a heartfelt conversation about creating a business that supports your life, protects your energy, and allows more room for relationships, creativity, purpose, and joy. Tune in and discover what might become possible when you stop believing you have to do it all yourself.Contact:michel@moneylighthouse.com

We are living through the greatest childhood experiment in history. For the first time, children have unlimited access to screens, social media, gaming, AI, and adult ideas. Parents are asking how much screen time is too much. But perhaps the more important question is this: What kind of childhood are we building while the culture is busy building one for us?   Read the full show notes with links here: What Kind of Childhood Am I Building in a Digital World?   If you enjoy listening to Equipped To Be with Connie Albers, please leave a review and a five-star rating. It is easy and will only take a few seconds. When you do, it helps others see the show in their feed. Also, would you kindly share this with a friend or two? Equipped To Be might be an encouragement to them, too. Thank you ~ Connie   Have a question? Interested in having Connie speak? Send an email to Connie here: https://conniealbers.com/contact/   

Unlocking the real world of elite Italian drinking culture requires moving past the "lighter fluid" stereotypes to explore the rigorous science, hidden history, and strict family dynamics behind crafting authentic, single-varietal grappa - and don't forget about the lethal production testing required to keep consumers alive.* Join the ITALIAN, FOR SURE Trip to Italy! https://italianforsurepodcast.beehiiv.com *Francesca Nonino, sixth generation of the Nonino family, and host Catrin Skaperdas have an entertaining and informative conversation about Italian culture inclusive of:What is grappaWhat makes grappa authenticHow grappa was discoveredCatrin's first experience with grappaWhat grappa not to drinkThe test that grappa producers need to do in order to ensure it won't kill youHow Grappa fits into Italian cultureWhy you need to read the label when you buy/drink grappaThe process of making grappaHow the first single variety grappa was bornRunning a woman-run business ItalyBeing a woman in the grappa industry in ItalyPros and cons of running a family owned business in ItalyFrancesca Nonino's journey and passion for her family and her companyThe Nonino family storyThe story of the first female master distiller in ItalyHistory of grappa Drinking culture in the U.S. vs ItalyThe biggest mistake you can make when drinking grappaFrancesca's thoughts on Made in ItalyChapters2:15 Intro4:20 What is Grappa6:54 Catrin's first experience with Grappa9:41 How Grappa is part of Italian culture12:15 Why it's important to read the Grappa label16:40 The process of making grappa21:44 Francesca Nonino's memory with her Nonno23:24 The birth of the single variety grappa26:38 Running a woman-run business in Italy29:29 The story of the first female master distiller in Italy31:10 Dynamics of running a family run business in Italy38:08 Marketing Grappa in the United States44:18 Drinking culture in the Us and Italy47:18 The biggest mistake you can make when drinking grappa49:21 The truth about made in Italy51:37 OutroMore about Francesca Nonino:Francesca Bardelli Nonino, sixth generation of the Nonino family, is Head of Web Communication and co-responsible for the U.S. market alongside her aunt Elisabetta at Nonino Distillatori.After earning a Master's degree in Economics and Business Management — enriched by a semester at Yonsei University in Seoul and an internship at illycaffè — she joined the company as a Brand Ambassador. Alongside her professional role, she further developed her expertise through two master's programs in Social Media Communication and User Experience, a certified bartender course, the AIS sommelier certification, and the WSET Level 3 qualification.In February 2021, she was selected by LinkedIn to officially join its global LinkedIn Influencer program, a network of leading entrepreneurs, academics, and managers. In May of the same year, she was recognized as “The Grappa Influencer.”In 2022, she received the America Award for promoting an iconic Made in Italy product overseas. In June 2023, she won the “Digital Night – Talents Transforming the Digital World” award for modernizing the communication of a historic product, followed in October by the “Impact Marketing Award.”In August 2024, she was included in Wine Enthusiast's global “Future 40” list, highlighting professionals shaping the future of the beverage industry, and was also named among the Top 100 communicators by Forbes Italia. In 2025, she received the Italy Ambassador Award in the Food & Beverage category, dedicated to content creators who promote Italy in the digital world. In 2026, she was awarded the Dominae Prize, recognizing women who represent Made in Italy globally.Her next goal is to learn the art of artisanal distillation from her mother and grandfather and become a Master Distiller.Connect with Francesca on Instagram: www.instagram.com/francesca.noninoThis interview is available to watch on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube, and available to listen-only everywhere else you can get podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if the most important thing you can teach your child is who they are, not what they can do? In this episode, I continue the Raising Smart Kids in a Digital World series by exploring how self-awareness and identity form the foundation of emotional intelligence and lifelong learning. I explain why children are born with unique temperaments, strengths, and character traits, and how parents can nurture these qualities through observation and intentional language. Tune in to discover how recognizing and affirming your child's natural gifts can strengthen relationships, build character, and support their long-term success.Want to take your parenting journey to another level?⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book your complimentary connection call now!June 16, 2026Episode 333Raising Smart Kids in a Digital World - Part 2 - Cultivating Their CharacterAbout Your Host:Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed. is a mom or three, early childhood author, parent educator, and founder of⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Core4Parenting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠ A former preschool and kindergarten teacher with degrees in ASL, Linguistics, and Education, she created the Collaborative Parenting Methodology™ to help parents, caregivers, and educators understand the power of intentional language in shaping a child's identity, confidence, and future success.As host of the top-ranking podcast Transforming the Toddler Years, Cara blends science and soul to show adults how to “talk to kids before they can talk back,” turning tantrums into teachable moments and everyday challenges into opportunities for connection. She is also the author of the new book ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠T⁠alk to Them Early and Often⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠a guide for raising emotionally intelligent kids who thrive in school and life.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to book Cara for your next speaking event? Find all the details ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!⁠

While information about grazing management is readily available online, producers still benefit from getting together to learn from neighbours facing the same conditions and challenges. On this episode of Ruminating with RealAg, host Amber Bell is joined by Tatyana Pavlovets, executive director of the Central Alberta Forage and Livestock Association (CAFLA), and rancher Jim Bauer,... Read More

Our Prodigious Summer continues to go strong on this episode of Anime Was (Not) A Mistake. After battling a batty, yet sinister evil that we may see again, our Digidestined friends (plus) one extra, head back to the Digital World to face off against a malicious pantheon dubbing themselves “The Dark Masters.” The future of this world and our own is at stake and only friendship, and constantly making jokes can save us. Dan and Jonathan have some pivotal moments that will test their friendship and may even see strong aspects of themselves, and those they hold dear, in the villains present here. Will our strength falter when we are apart or will this time away from each other to discover and build a digital army? Of course we want you to read this blurb with your best Marlon Brando impression, let's continue Digimon Adventure! Rate, Review, Subscribe, and Listen to Us on Podbean/iTunes/Stitcher/Spotify Follow us on Instagram:@animewasnotamistakepodcast Or on Facebook:@animewasnotamistakepod Music Provided: “Digimon Are The Champions” – Shuki Levy and Paul Gordon – Saban Entertainment – Digimon: Adventure - Digimon: Adventure OST - 1999 “Previously on Digimon” Takanori Arisawa  – Saban Entertainment – Digimon: Adventure - Digimon: Adventure OST - 1999 “Digimon's Heroic Theme” – Project Trinity Covers - Digimon: Adventure - 2012

What if the key to raising resilient, capable kids isn't academic achievement, but emotional intelligence? In this first episode of the Raising Smart Kids in a Digital World, I explore why emotional awareness is the foundation of emotional intelligence and ultimately learning itself. Through relatable parenting examples and real-life observations, I explain the difference between reacting to emotions and recognizing, naming, and managing them. You'll learn why toddlers can't develop emotional skills during meltdowns and how calm, connected moments create the best opportunities for teaching emotional awareness. Tune in to discover practical ways to observe, support, and strengthen your child's emotional intelligence from the inside out!Your task for the week: Check out your kids. Watch them in action. Watch them in play. Listen to them as they communicate with you. Have moments where your only goal is to assess their energy and to see where they are on this scale.June 9, 2026Episode 332Raising Smart Kids in a Digital World - Part 1 - Emotional IntelligenceAbout Your Host:Cara Tyrrell, M.Ed. is a mom or three, early childhood author, parent educator, and founder of⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Core4Parenting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠ A former preschool and kindergarten teacher with degrees in ASL, Linguistics, and Education, she created the Collaborative Parenting Methodology™ to help parents, caregivers, and educators understand the power of intentional language in shaping a child's identity, confidence, and future success.As host of the top-ranking podcast Transforming the Toddler Years, Cara blends science and soul to show adults how to “talk to kids before they can talk back,” turning tantrums into teachable moments and everyday challenges into opportunities for connection. She is also the author of the new book ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠T⁠alk to Them Early and Often⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠a guide for raising emotionally intelligent kids who thrive in school and life.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to book Cara for your next speaking event? Find all the details ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of the Conscious Living Podcast, Jackie Woodside welcomes Dr. Melissa Hughes, keynote speaker, author, and self-proclaimed neuroscience geek. As the author of Happy Hour with Einstein, Happier Hour with Einstein: Another Round, and the Happier Hour Gratitude Journal, Dr. Hughes has dedicated her career to helping people understand how the brain works and how that knowledge can be used to improve learning, creativity, communication, and performance.Here's what you will discover in this new podcast episode:• Understanding Phubbing (Phone Snubbing)• The Neuroscience Behind Technology Addiction• Human Connection vs. Digital Connection• The Link Between Phubbing and Loneliness• The Zeigarnik Effect and Productivity• Conscious Living Practices for Greater Presence and FocusTune in for an eye-opening conversation on attention, connection, and what it truly means to live consciously in the digital age.

We live in the most connected age in human history.Yet many people feel more distracted, overwhelmed, and fragmented than ever before.In this episode of TeaMinded, we explore why tea belongs in a digital world and how a simple tea ritual can help us reclaim something increasingly rare: our attention.Tea isn't anti-technology.Technology helps us communicate, learn, create, and connect. But constant notifications, endless scrolling, and perpetual stimulation can make it difficult to slow down and be fully present.Tea offers a different rhythm.The process of heating water, brewing leaves, and sitting quietly with a cup of tea creates a natural pause in the day. It invites mindfulness, reflection, and intentional living in a culture that often rewards speed and distraction.Why tea remains relevant in a digital ageTea and mindfulnessDigital distraction and attentionTea rituals and intentional livingThe connection between tea and analog livingWhy tea drinkers often love books, journaling, and creativityTechnology as a tool, not a masterReclaiming presence in everyday lifeHow tea creates space for reflectionWhether you're a tea lover, journal keeper, reader, creative, or simply someone looking for a calmer pace of life, this episode explores why tea may be more important today than ever before.TeaMinded explores tea culture, loose leaf tea, tea rituals, mindfulness, creativity, craftsmanship, and intentional living through educational episodes, reflections, tea reviews, and conversations.Follow TeaMinded for new episodes exploring tea culture, slow living, tea rituals, mindfulness, creativity, and the pursuit of a more attentive life.#TeaPodcast #TeaCulture #Mindfulness #DigitalMinimalism #SlowLiving #TeaRitual #IntentionalLiving #TeaAndMindfulness #AnalogLiving #TeaMindedIn This Episode

Could a single weak password put your TRS benefit and other accounts at risk? Bad actors and cybercriminals target individuals every day.In this episode of Your Retirement in Focus, host Everett Crockett speaks with Tom McMurry, TRS Chief Information Officer, to break down the real-world risks of scams and how they can impact your identity, credit, and your Teachers Retirement System benefit. Learn about the Zero Trust model and what you can do to protect your money. From creating strong, unique passwords to enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA) and using password managers, this episode delivers the steps to enhance your digital safety.Tom will discuss:Data breaches and the increasing threat of online scams How fraudsters use texts, emails, and spoofed calls to steal informationWhat MFA is and how to use a password managerWhy credit freezes and account alerts are critical for fraud preventionHow to recognize AI scams and deepfakesJoin the conversation to protect your TRS benefit, avoid scams, and strengthen your financial digital security.If you haven't had the chance to meet with us one-on-one in a virtual or in-person format, and are within 2 years of retirement eligibility, be sure to log in to your TRS account online and register for a session today! Are you new to TRS or in the middle of your career? Be sure to designate your beneficiaries as soon as possible in your TRS online account. We want to hear from our members! Please email the show for topic inquiries, questions, and comments! Contact us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@trsga.com⁠⁠⁠⁠. Host: Everett Crockett Guest: Tom McMurry, TRS Chief Information OfficerFor more information visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.trsga.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/trsgeorgia ⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@trsgeorgia Instagram: www.instagram.com/trsgeorgia#YourRetirementInFocus #FraudProtection #RetirementPodcast This podcast is for information purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or tax advice. The views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and may not reflect the views of the Teachers Retirement System of Georgia.

The Founderz Lounge Episode #89 with Don Varady and Steve Bon.In this episode of Business & Bullsh*t, Don and Steve break down why community still wins in a distracted digital world. They talk about the startup boom in America, what the rise in entrepreneurship really means, and why more people are trying to build businesses than ever before. They also unpack Peloton's comeback, how smart brands stay relevant, and why small strategic changes can matter more than chasing constant reinvention.They also get into Taco Bell's push into beverages, the rise of smart glasses, digital distraction, and what happens when technology keeps making life more connected but less human. Don's big point in this episode is simple: real business growth still comes from real relationships, local visibility, and actually being part of your community, not just pouring more money into ads, SEO, and digital noise.If you care about entrepreneurship, local marketing, startup growth, community involvement, brand relevance, and building a business that people actually remember, this episode is for you.Timestamps:[00:00] Trailer and Intro[01:01] Founderz Roundup[01:02] Coastal Entrepreneur Awards[02:59] Startup boom in America[06:35] Peloton's comeback[12:04] Random Bullsh*t[12:18] Taco Bell coffee and Live Más Cafes[15:09] Smart glasses and digital distraction[20:04] Founderz Hot Take[20:35] Why community involvement still wins[24:39] What The Hell Is This?[24:54] Crochet dolls and Positive PooKey Takeaways:• There are more people trying to become entrepreneurs than ever, but most still underestimate how hard it is to build something real. ~Don Varady• Peloton's comeback shows that brands do not always need a total reinvention. Sometimes a few smart adjustments are enough to become relevant again. ~Steve Bon• “If your business is not deeply rooted in your community, you are going down.” ~Don Varady• “Your next big opportunity isn't another Facebook ad or a Google ad or like enhancing your SEO. What's more important is a handshake, look in the eyes, forming a relationship.” ~Don Varady• People in business do business with people that do business with them. ~Steve Bon• “I don't think we need to be any more distracted than we already are.” ~Steve Bon• Local B2B relationships can be more valuable than spending more money trying to advertise directly to consumers. ~Don VaradyConnect with Don and Steve…Don Varady:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/don.varady/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donvarady/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-varady-450896145 Steve Bon:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenbon Instagram: https://instagram.com/stevebon8 Tune in to every episode on your favorite platform: Website: https://www.thefounderzlounge.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFounderzLounge Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Nurr4XjBE747qJ9Zjth0G Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-founderz-lounge/id1461825349 The Founderz Lounge is Powered By:Clean Eatz:Website: https://cleaneatz.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CleanEatzLife/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cleaneatzlife/ Website: https://cleaneatz.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJRGrE-Xv4IMW_DbxSOTGGA Bon's Eye Marketing:Website: https://bonseyeonline.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonseyemarketing Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bon's-eye-marketing/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bon's-eye-marketing/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bonseyemarketing9477  

Welcome to episode #1038 of Thinking With Mitch Joel (formerly Six Pixels of Separation). At a time when technology feels simultaneously more powerful and more opaque than ever, Marcus Fontoura is making a case for something many people feel they've lost: agency. A Technical Fellow and Corporate Vice President at Microsoft, Marcus has spent decades helping build the infrastructure that powers the modern internet, including leadership roles at Microsoft Azure, Google and IBM. His new book, Human Agency In A Digital World, is both a guide to understanding the technologies shaping our lives and a reminder that we are not merely passengers along for the ride. Drawing on his experience building cloud computing platforms and large-scale digital systems, Marcus demystifies everything from search engines and social media to artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure, arguing that technological literacy should be as fundamental as understanding economics or government. In this episode, Marcus explores the growing gap between the people building technology and the people living with its consequences. He discusses social media's impact on mental health, misinformation, polarization, AI's role as a prediction engine rather than an autonomous intelligence, and the importance of regulation in areas where technological progress has outpaced public understanding. At the same time, Marcus offers a deeply optimistic vision of the future. He believes that access to information, computing power and AI tools can empower a new generation of scientists, entrepreneurs and problem-solvers to tackle challenges ranging from healthcare and education to climate change and scientific discovery. Rather than viewing technology as something happening to us, Marcus argues that understanding how these systems work is the first step toward shaping how they evolve. What emerges is a thoughtful conversation about curiosity, responsibility, innovation and the enduring role of human judgment in an increasingly digital world. Enjoy the conversation… Running time: 47:25. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Listen and subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Listen and subscribe over at Spotify. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Thinking With Mitch Joel. Feel free to connect to me directly on LinkedIn. Check out ThinkersOne. Here is my conversation with Marcus Fontoura. Human Agency In A Digital World. A Platform Mindset. Follow Marcus on LinkedIn. Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction to Marcus Fontoura and His Role at Microsoft. (02:54) - Understanding the Cloud and Its Impact on Society. (06:06) - Human Agency in a Digital World. (08:57) - The Complexity of AI and Technology. (12:00) - The Role of Regulation in Technology. (15:07) - The Real-World Applications of AI. (17:59) - The Challenges of Social Media and Mental Health. (20:55) - The Need for Societal Engagement in Technology Regulation. (26:26) - The Challenge of Fake News and Agency. (27:00) - Empowering Future Generations. (31:27) - The Role of Human Agency in Technology. (34:01) - Concerns Over AI and Misinformation. (40:44) - Understanding AI Code Generation. (46:55) - The Pursuit of AGI and Its Implications. (50:08) - Technology's Role in Promoting Equality.

Get ready for a revealing conversation as Jennifer Pinder, Controller for Watchdog Real Estate Project Management, joins Adam Larson to share real-life stories of bank fraud in the small business world. This episode is brought to you in connection with IMA's Shared Interest Groups, a community where members explore topics that matter most to their careers and industries. From firsthand experiences with check scams and wire fraud to tips you can put to use today, Jennifer brings her unique perspective as both an accountant and a former small business owner. She talks about how old-school fraud methods have become even easier for scammers with new technology, and why most small businesses are more vulnerable than ever. Whether you are running your own business or want to learn about practical fraud prevention, this episode is packed with eye-opening examples, simple strategies, and lessons learned the hard way.

On this episode of The Disciple-Making Parent Podcast, we talk with Tim Challies about how Christian families can think clearly about technology in a world where screens, social media, and now AI are everywhere. We look at the real numbers shaping teen life, the risks that often stay hidden until it is too late, and three common responses to new tools: enthusiastic embrace, strict separation, and disciplined discernment. We also explore a distinctly Christian framework for technology. We are image-bearers called to create and use tools for good, while recognizing how sin twists every technology toward harm and idolatry. Finally, we consider what is coming next, including AI, augmented reality, and transhumanism, and how we can choose practices that help our families use technology to love God and serve others.-----Managing Your Households WellWant to lead your family (and your home) with wisdom in a distracted age? Managing Your Households Well: How Family Leadership Trains You for Church Leadership is a practical resource for church leaders and aspiring leaders—showing how faithful, steady care at home shapes the kind of character needed for lasting ministry leadership.Learn MoreFree Disciple-Making Parent AudiobookYou can also get the Disciple-Making Parent audiobook free. Visit thedisciplemakingparent.com, sign up for the weekly newsletter, and we'll send you the full audiobook—because we want to help parents and grandparents raise kids who love Jesus and learn to make disciples in everyday life.Resources From This PodcastSuffering and Our Savior- Podcast with Tim Challies ​Personal Accounts of God's Goodness in Suffering- Podcast with Tim ChalliesFinding Comfort in Suffering: Personal Q&A on Grief & God's Goodness- Podcast with Tim Challieschallies.com – Tim Challies' blogThe Next Story: Faith, Friends, Family, and the Digital World, by Tim Challies

Welcome to The Mental Breakdown and Psychreg Podcast! Today, Dr. Berney and Dr. Marshall discuss advice for graduates in the time of artificial intelligence. Read the articles from Psychology Today here and from the Washington Post here. You can now follow Dr. Marshall on twitter, as well! Dr. Berney and Dr. Marshall are happy to announce the release of their new parenting e-book, Handbook for Raising an Emotionally Healthy Child Part 2: Attention. You can get your copy from Amazon here. We hope that you will join us each morning so that we can help you make your day the best it can be! See you tomorrow. Visit Psychreg for blog posts covering a variety of topics within the fields of mental health and psychology. The Parenting Your ADHD Child course is now on YouTube! Check it out at the Paedeia YouTube Channel. The Handbook for Raising an Emotionally Health Child Part 1: Behavior Management is now available on kindle! Get your copy today! The Elimination Diet Manual is now available on kindle and nook! Get your copy today! Follow us on Twitter and Facebook and subscribe to our YouTube Channels, Paedeia and The Mental Breakdown. Please leave us a review on iTunes so that others might find our podcast and join in on the conversation!

Stewart Alsop interviews Nizar, CEO of Pixel Robotics, on the Crazy Wisdom Podcast to explore the intersection of AI, robotics, and perception. The conversation covers a wide range of technical topics including how transformers enable multimodal representation across text, images, and voice, the role of world models in predicting physical interactions, the advantages of diffusion models over traditional LLMs for certain applications, and the challenges of achieving real-time processing for robotics applications. Nizar explains Pixel Robotics' work on creating accurate 3D meshes from smartphone cameras for companies like L'Oréal, moving away from specialized sensors to make the technology more accessible through sophisticated algorithms, and discusses the future of robotics as closing the perception-action loop to enable robots to perform real tasks beyond simple demonstrations. To find out more visit Pixel Robotics' website.Timestamps00:00 Stewart welcomes Nizar, CEO of Pixel Robotics, discussing what a pixel is as the smallest visual unit on screens composed of red green and blue colors05:00 Discussion of perception systems and how logarithmic laws help compress signals in both human and artificial systems, exploring normalization layers and sigmoid functions in deep learning10:00 Exploring how transformers unified different data modalities including text voice and images, creating common representations through methods like contrastive learning15:00 Nizar explains transformers as brute force learning systems with room for improvement through focused attention mechanisms and knowledge graphs rather than processing everything20:00 Conversation about loss functions local minima versus global minima and how mixture of experts uses specialized small models instead of one massive generalist network25:00 Discussion of deterministic versus probabilistic systems and how explicitly defined task graphs often outperform orchestrator-based approaches in AI systems30:00 Exploring world models as predictive physics-based systems that learn environmental flows and transformations, complementing rather than replacing language models35:00 Nizar discusses real-time processing challenges for robotics requiring millisecond responses with small memory footprints using vision transformers for faster experimentation40:00 Pixel's work creating three d meshes from smartphone cameras for companies like L'Oreal, moving away from specialized sensors toward accessible software-based solutions45:00 Explanation of different three d representations including voxels point clouds and meshes, with meshes being optimal for manipulation and rendering in applications50:00 Future direction involves closing perception-action loops in robotics, moving beyond dancing toy robots toward practical multimodal systems that perform real tasks55:00 Pixel's goal is democratizing high-quality three d scanning through smartphones, making mesh creation accessible to unlock applications in gaming cinema and virtual showroomsKey Insights1. Pixel Robotics derives its name from combining perception and action in robotics, where the pixel represents the digital perception component and robotics represents the physical action component. The pixel serves as a metaphor for how robots must quantize and digitize continuous analog information from the real world into discrete units that computer systems can process, similar to how pixels are the fundamental building blocks of images on a screen. This quantization process is essential because numerical systems cannot work with truly continuous data and must convert reality into tractable digital representations that algorithms can manipulate.2. The transformer architecture has created a fundamental unification in how different types of data can be represented and processed across multiple modalities. Before transformers, researchers working on natural language processing, computer vision, and audio analysis used completely different approaches and methodologies. The breakthrough of transformers was establishing a common representational framework that could handle text, images, voice, and other data types using similar underlying mechanisms. This unification is what enabled the development of truly multimodal AI systems and represents one of the most significant advances beyond just the language modeling capabilities that initially gained public attention.3. Current transformer-based systems represent a brute force approach to learning that will likely be superseded or enhanced by more efficient algorithms. Despite claims that we have exhausted internet text data for training, significant improvements continue to emerge every few months through algorithmic innovations rather than simply adding more data. Future developments will likely involve more specialized attention mechanisms that focus on relevant information rather than correlating everything with everything, mixture of experts architectures with small specialized models, and approaches inspired by biological systems such as logarithmic compression laws and event-based processing that humans use naturally.4. Diffusion-based language models represent a promising alternative to standard next-token prediction that could produce more accurate outputs through an iterative refinement process. Unlike traditional language models that predict one token at a time and cannot revise earlier outputs, diffusion models treat text generation like image denoising, starting with a noisy representation and progressively refining the entire output across multiple steps. This holistic approach allows the model to reconsider and improve all parts of the response simultaneously, potentially leading to higher quality results, though it may be slower than current autoregressive methods. This represents an important direction for overcoming fundamental limitations in how language models currently generate text.5. For robotics applications, real-time performance and small model size are critical constraints that differ significantly from the requirements of large language models deployed in data centers. Vision transformers are being used as a testbed for developing efficient real-time algorithms because they require far fewer computational resources to train and test compared to large language models, making them more practical for rapid experimentation. The goal is to achieve millisecond-level response times with minimal memory footprint so that robots can react quickly to dynamic environments and run on affordable hardware that can be embedded in actual robotic systems rather than requiring expensive server infrastructure.6. Practical robotics implementation requires moving beyond specialized sensors to software solutions that work with ubiquitous devices like smartphones for tasks such as three-dimensional reconstruction. Pixel Robotics evolved from building specialized scanning hardware to focusing on algorithms that can generate high-quality mesh representations of environments using only smartphone cameras, making the technology far more accessible and practical for real-world deployment. This approach enables applications ranging from industrial robotic arm control to virtual showrooms, and more importantly, it allows anyone to capture three-dimensional data without expensive equipment, which can also help generate larger training datasets for future AI development.7. The next frontier in AI and robotics is closing the perception-action loop to enable robots to perform real practical tasks rather than remaining as demonstration systems or toys. While significant progress has been made in cognitive capabilities through language models and in robotic mobility through mechanical engineering advances, the critical challenge is integrating perception with action through systems like Vision-Language-Action models. The fundamental starting point for learning this integration is simple perception-action exercises, such as programming a camera mounted on servo motors to track and center a colored object, which demonstrates the basic principle of using sensory input to drive physical response that underlies all more sophisticated robotic behaviors.

SummaryWhat happens when passion for storytelling meets the entrepreneurial spirit? In this episode of the Startup Junkies podcast, Danielle Keller, media entrepreneur, award-winning podcaster, and editor-in-chief of Northwest Arkansas's beloved Peekaboo magazine, joins Daniel Koonce, Caleb Talley, and Ty Steele for a conversation packed with inspiration, nostalgia, and the realities of building community through storytelling.Danielle shares her fascinating career journey, from her beginnings in California writing for school papers, through a detour in higher education, to diving fearlessly into documentary film, video production, and ultimately acquiring and revitalizing Peekaboo magazine. She details how Peekaboo, once a crucial parental resource before the rise of social media, became a passion project resurrected through grit, research, and community demand. The print magazine's unique sensory experience illustrates the hunger for tangible connections in a digital age.Listeners will delight in anecdotes about local mascot Ozzy the Ozark Fox, created by Danielle's daughter, and how family, authenticity, and real community voices shape every issue. The episode highlights the importance of collaboration, adaptability, and embracing both print and digital platforms as Peekaboo grows and evolves.With future visions of podcasts, dynamic web offerings, and newsletters, Danielle reminds us that it's never too late to pursue fresh dreams, amplify others' voices, and savor the present. This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, storytellers, and anyone who believes in the lasting power of local stories!Show Notes(00:00) Danielle's Career Path in Media(04:06) Starting Peekaboo for Parents(09:48) Evaluating Print Magazine Revival(18:10) Creating a Themed Editorial Calendar(20:37) Seasonal Advertising Opportunities(23:07) Expanding Digital Content(33:21) Closing ThoughtsLinksDaniel KoonceCaleb TalleyTy SteeleStartup JunkieStartup Junkie YouTubeDanielle KellerPeekaboo Magazine

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