Podcasts about Disagreement

Luis and Psychologist Mackenzie Steiner dive deep into their own truths about minors surgically transitioning, who *actually* is trans, de-transition rates, how dysmorphia shows up in the brain, gender dysphoria, and gender affirming care options for children. They share wisdom and stories from their own individual experiences with body dysmorphia, and how they navigated the experience. Each opted for surgery as adults. The real gold is their respectful disagreement on if kids should be given gender affirming surgical procedures. In the end each still holds their same beliefs, but with a deeper understanding of why the other holds their opposing belief. You can read more about Mackenzie and her work here: https://naturesmosaictherapy.com/You can listen to related episodes here:[Ep. 225] "My Body Is Female, I'm Not": Using Somatics To Explore Gender w/ Quinn Silverleaf[Ep. 261] "Ayahuasca Told Me To De-Transition" Born Female, Living As Male, Then Back To Female w/ Maddie Durbin[Ep. 346] Kids + Dysphoria: It Doesn't Always Mean They're Trans[Ep. 347] Let's Talk About Dysphoria In KidsYou can register for the Embodied Parenting webinar here: https://hln.thinkific.com/courses/embodied-parenting-webinarYou can also read more about, and register for, the 6 month program here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/parenting-group You can read more about, and register for, the workshop at Kripalu here: https://kripalu.org/experiences/food-therapy-how-eat-your-nervous-system----You can learn more on the website: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/You can follow Luis on Instagram @holistic.life.navigationQuestions? You can email us at info@holisticlifenavigation.com

This week after the overview, welcome, and announcement for you to send in questions or comments with the link below (0:03), host Blaine welcomes Adam, Donovan, and all the new listeners in YouTube (1:05). In the non-spoilers which begin every episode, they discuss how 'Lanterns' on HBO last week was a great entry for the series (2:18), how they have different opinions on the most recent 'Ted Lasso' (4:26), and why 'Chad Powers' remains the king (7:22). In the spoilers, they get into what made 'Lanterns' great besides all the action (12:28), who stands where with 'Ted Lasso' (31:43),and how, exactly, 'Chad Powers' manages to be top notch in its second season (41:48). For more, visit The Alabama Take. To send in questions. or comments for the 300th episode, click here.

**Thursday, September 17, 2026**Today, **Erica and Marcela** are taking over the classroom and crushing the news.We decided to mix things up and go full **variety show** today, which means nothing is safely confined to one category. We've got the **fun, the serious, the strange, the fascinating, and the genuinely useful**, with news and information coming at you from all directions.Some stories will make you think. Some may make you laugh. Some may make you wonder whether humanity should still be allowed near the control panel.So grab your coffee, tea, water, adult sippy cup, or **vessel of any kind**, settle in, and join us for a little **Simultaneous Sip** and a lot of conversation.**Owen returns tomorrow**, but today Erica and Marcela have the news desk covered.### House RulesPlease keep the chat **kind, respectful, and useful**. Disagreement is welcome. Personal attacks are not. Don't make yourself the story.The **Scott Adams moderation team is here**, so behave like charming adults with functioning frontal lobes. Language on the show can occasionally be spicy, but cruelty and obnoxious personal attacks are not part of the program.### Support the School☕ **Like the show**☀️ **Subscribe**

A Disagreement over unwanted guests at my Mom's FuneralSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

## Scott Adams School — Wednesday, September 16, 2026The **Home Team** is here, with a slight substitution today: **Jeff Callahan joins Erica and Marcela** to help us sort through the news while Owen enjoys a well-deserved "day off."And today we have something special.We found a **perfectly timed old Periscope from Scott Adams** that somehow fits *exactly* with what we've been talking about.Coincidence?Simulation?Scott continuing to mess with us from somewhere beyond the code?**Wait until you see this one.**Then we're heading back into the increasingly strange world of **AI doom, AI slop, and the people warning that artificial intelligence may eventually decide humanity was an unnecessary feature.**And **what does Greg Gutfeld think about all of this?**We'll take a look.Also today:**Impeachment is back in the headlines.** The House blocked an impeachment effort against President Trump, so we'll dig into what happened and why we're talking about impeachment again.We've also got an **Iran update**, including the latest debate in Washington over U.S. military action and congressional war powers.Plus, an **interesting story from Mike Rowe**, more news and current events, and whatever other evidence the simulation chooses to provide before the hour is over.☕ **Grab your coffee and join us for the Simultaneous Sip.**### A Few Scott Adams School Reminders* Please **LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE** the show. It really does help us reach more people.* Watching on replay? We love our replay people too. Please hit that **thumbs-up** while you're here.* Wherever you watch or listen, **follow or subscribe** so you don't miss the next class.* Check out the **official Scott Adams merchandise** and grab your favorites while they're still available.* Our language can occasionally get **spicy**. It's the Scott Adams School, not kindergarten.* Please show respect to **everyone on the screen and everyone in the chat**.* Disagreement is welcome. Debate is welcome. **Personal attacks are not.*** And remember Scott's excellent rule: **Don't make yourself the story.*** The **Scott Adams moderation team** is here and actively keeping the conversation respectful. Repeated obnoxious behavior may earn you a little unscheduled vacation from the chat.* **Be kind. Be useful. Have fun.**The Scott Adams School continues the conversations, ideas, persuasion, reframing, humor and community Scott created, while the Home Team brings its own perspective to the news of the day.Today we've got **AI, impeachment, Iran, Mike Rowe, Greg Gutfeld, a suspiciously well-timed Scott Adams Periscope...**…and possibly further evidence that we are living inside a simulation with a very peculiar sense of humor.**Welcome to the Scott Adams School.**

## Scott Adams School — Tuesday, September 15, 2026The **Home Team** is back together, and apparently AI still hasn't killed us all since yesterday, so we have time for a follow-up.Today we're digging a little deeper into the latest round of **“AI is going to kill everybody within a decade”** stories. Is this a legitimate warning, runaway speculation, elite panic, or just the newest way to make sure nobody gets a good night's sleep?And while we're talking artificial intelligence...**What does Kamala think about AI, anyway?**That should be fun.We'll get into that, plus the rest of today's **news, current events, questionable decisions, strange headlines, and whatever fresh nonsense humanity managed to produce overnight.**☕ Grab your coffee and join us for the **Simultaneous Sip.**### Scott Adams School Housekeeping* Please **LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE** the show. It genuinely helps us reach more people.* Watching later? Replay viewers count too, so please hit that **thumbs-up**.* Check out the **official Scott Adams merchandise** and grab what you want while it's available.* The language around here can occasionally get **spicy**. You have been warned.* Please be respectful to **everyone on the screen and everyone in the chat**.* Disagreement is welcome. **Personal attacks are not.*** And as always: **don't make yourself the story.*** The **Scott Adams moderation team** is here keeping an eye on things. If you insist on behaving like the main character in somebody else's livestream, they may help you find the exit.* Be useful. Be interesting. **Be kind.**The Scott Adams School is hosted by the **Home Team: Erica, Owen and Marcella**, continuing the conversations, ideas and community Scott created without pretending anyone could or should replace him.Settle in. We've got news to discuss, AI to worry about, politicians explaining technology, and coffee.**Welcome to the Scott Adams School.**

Civility is not politeness, compromise, or “finding common ground.” In a polarized country—where fights over immigration, gender, public meetings, and online pile-ons feel existential—Aaron Renn talks with Carmel, Indiana city councilor and civic leader Jeff Worrell about what it actually takes to disagree hard without destroying the relationship.Worrell, founder of Project Civility, argues that it's possible to "bring the heat," but not burn the house down. They cover internal posture (goodwill, humility, compassion), seeking the larger story in the other person, “do no harm,” civil departure when a relationship is toxic, why institutions so often avoid real dissent, and how leaders can give people permission to disagree without becoming enemies.Visit Project Civility: https://www.projectcivility.comCHAPTERS:(00:00 Introduction)(01:52 What civility looks like when the country is deeply divided)(04:01 “How can you talk civility when the stakes are existential?”)(07:02 Does incivility work—and how do you avoid being a beautiful loser?)(11:30 How to respond when you're personally attacked)(17:53 Disagreement gets a bad rap)(22:12 The principles: internal posture, the larger story, do no harm)(30:27 Advice for leaders—and staying positive about your community)CONNECT & FOLLOW AARON RENN:

Acts 15:36-41.  Paul and Barnabas, after having been partners for a lengthy time, have a sharp disagreement over staffing with Barnabas wanting to take John Mark with them and Paul not wanting to. They have such a strong disagreement they part company.   Colossians 4:10 we see the relationship of Barnabas and John Mark, that John Mark is the cousin of Barnabas.   Barnabas heads out one direction and Paul another. Barnabas takes John Mark with him and sails for Cyprus. Paul takes Silas with him and heads to Syria and Cilicia.   Take note of what has happened and has not happened. The mission has not suffered - both are going back to church groups they had established, going back to the believers they had led to Christ months ago. What has happened is a relationship has floundered.   However, we see in Scripture a real indication of God's mercy and grace - as they are later reconciled. Taking a look at Colossians 4:10 written later in Paul's life, we see in this verse that Paul is also sharing a greeting from John Mark - showing us that they are once again working together. They are united in their love for the Lord. And in Paul's final years, John Mark becomes one of Paul's closest associates.   We, too, are to keep out hearts open to Christ and open to reconciliation with one another.     Now What? Learn about God at https://www.awakeusnow.com EVERYTHING we offer is FREE.   View live or on demand: https://www.awakeusnow.com/tuesday-bible-class   For the full list of videos in this series, Dig Deeper, https://www.awakeusnow.com/dig-deeper   For more check out our Sunday series, God ACTS! https://www.awakeusnow.com/god-acts-then-now   Join us Sundays  https://www.awakeusnow.com/sunday-service   Or watch from our Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/@AwakeUsNow/videos    Watch via our app. Text HELLO to 888-364-4483 to download our app.

In this episode, we look at Dan Martell's tactics for monetizing AI technologies in business. His methods showcase how to create new revenue opportunities leveraging artificial intelligence.Chapters00:00 Overview of the Video01:58 Dan's F Tier Analysis04:01 Disagreement on Faceless Channels05:59 B Tier Ideas09:59 AI Venture Studio Discussion13:59 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

In this episode, we examine Dan Martell's approach to integrating AI in non-profit organizations. His strategies highlight the potential of AI to optimize funding and improve outreach efforts.Chapters00:00 Overview of the Video01:58 Dan's F Tier Analysis04:01 Disagreement on Faceless Channels05:59 B Tier Ideas09:59 AI Venture Studio Discussion13:59 Final Thoughts and Recommendations See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

## Scott Adams School — Monday, September 14, 2026The **Home Team** kicks off another week at the Scott Adams School, and today we're diving straight into the news.First up: **Is AI really going to kill us all within the next decade?** The predictions are getting increasingly dramatic, the technology is moving incredibly fast, and everyone suddenly has an opinion about whether artificial intelligence is about to save civilization or accidentally delete it.We'll sort through some of the latest AI craziness, what's actually worth paying attention to, and then move through the rest of today's **news and current events**.☕ Grab your coffee and join us for the **Simultaneous Sip**.### A Few Housekeeping Reminders* **Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE the show.** It helps more than you might think.* Watching on replay? Please hit the **thumbs-up** while you're here. We appreciate every single one of you.* **Official Scott Adams merchandise** is available now. Grab yours while it lasts.* The language can occasionally get **spicy**. Consider yourself warned.* Please be respectful to **our hosts, guests and everyone participating in the chat.*** **Don't make yourself the story.** Disagreement is welcome. Personal attacks and antagonism are not.* The **Scott Adams moderation team** is here and actively keeping the conversation friendly and productive. Repeated disrespect may result in a mute or block.* Most importantly: **Be kind. Be useful.**The Scott Adams School is hosted by **Erica, Owen and Marcella**, continuing the community and conversations Scott created while bringing our own perspectives to the table.Thanks for spending another morning with us.**Welcome to the Scott Adams School.**

“I'm not saying necessarily fight more, I'm saying fight better.”Conflict doesn't have to mean avoidance or escalation. Priya Parker, expert facilitator, strategic advisor and author of The Art of Fighting: The Transformative Power of Conflict, argues there's a third option: “healthy heat,” where disagreement is handled with enough care, curiosity, and even humor to become productive rather than destructive. In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Parker joins Matt Abrahams to rethink how we approach disagreement. She explains why practicing low-stakes conflict can prepare us for harder conversations, how teams can build better systems for working through tension, and why the goal isn't to fight more, but to fight better.Takeaways:Conflict can be productive when you learn to hold the heat. Rather than avoiding disagreement or letting it escalate, adding care, humor, and curiosity can turn tension into something clarifying and constructive.Don't fight more, fight better. Preparing for difficult conversations, clarifying your purpose, and creating structures for disagreement can help teams address the issues that matter instead of avoiding them.Activity:Start a grapple. Identify one issue your team keeps avoiding or turning into a logistical discussion. Give it a dedicated meeting where the explicit purpose is to debate the issue, hear different viewpoints, make a decision, and commit to what happens next.Printable Expanded Takeaways & ActivitiesEpisode Reference Links:Priya ParkerPriya's Books: The Art of Gathering / The Art of FightingEp.174 Fix Meetings: Transform Gatherings Into Meaningful Moments  Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedIn Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction (00:55) - Healthy Heat (01:54) - Practicing Disagreement (07:29) - Conflict in the Moment (10:19) - Normalizing Conflict (14:47) - Conflict as a Signal (17:29) - Starting the Conversation (20:25) - The Final Three Questions (23:51) - Conclusion

Can We All Just Get Along? Part 2

Can We All Just Get Along? Part 2

Conflict is unavoidable, but it doesn't have to steal your joy. In this message from our Invitation to Joy series through Philippians, Pastor Jacob looks at Philippians 4:2-3, where Paul urges two faithful women in the Philippian church to settle their disagreement. Learn why the church has never been a collection of perfect people, what Jesus actually taught about handling offense, and how assuming the best, owning your part, and choosing forgiveness lead to real freedom. Whether the conflict in your life is with a spouse, a parent, a friend, or a coworker, this message offers a practical, biblical path toward relational healing and lasting joy.0:00 Opening1:07 Everyone Experiences Relational Conflict2:36 What Can You Do to Make It Right?6:04 The Church Is Jesus' Dream Team9:22 Don't Be Surprised by the Mess16:14 Don't Let the Mess Become the Mission22:21 Assume the Best and Own Your Part25:02 Don't Forget What's at Stake27:56 Making It Practical31:10 Closing Prayer Preached by Jacob Gaines on September 13, 2026 at Local Vineyard Church. Watch the video and find more at https://localvineyard.church/messages/an-invitation-to-joy/settle-your-disagreementsSupport 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.

Do you believe that if you are in unity with someone, or some group, you won't have disagreements?  In "Handling Disagreement" Pastor John explains that whether in marriage, work, friendships or the church, disagreements will naturally occur.  Our goal is to seek God's perspective and work towards the solution that He would desire.Support the show

# The Scott Adams School**Friday, September 11, 2026**Today marks the **25th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks**.For those of us who remember that day, some moments never really leave you. We remember where we were. We remember the fear, the anger, the heartbreak, and the extraordinary sense that, for a moment, Americans were simply Americans.**We never forgot. And we will never forget.**Today, the Home Team will take some time to remember September 11th, the lives that were lost, the heroes who ran toward danger, and the families and communities that were changed forever.Then we'll turn to the news of the day, because apparently humanity remains committed to keeping things interesting.What's really going on with **OpenAI and artificial intelligence**? Are AI systems beginning to self-organize in ways we don't fully understand? And, naturally, the comforting Friday-morning question: **Are the robots going to kill us all in ten years?**Let's dig in.We'll also cover some of the other news and current events worth talking about as we close out another week at **The Scott Adams School**.### A few reminders from the Home Team:* **Be kind.*** Please treat our hosts, guests, and your fellow viewers with respect.* Disagreement is welcome. Personal attacks and antagonism are not.* Don't make yourself the story.* The **Scott Adams moderation team** is present and will act when necessary to keep the conversation productive and respectful.* Language may occasionally be **spicy**. Proceed accordingly.* Please **like, subscribe, share, and hit the thumbs-up**, especially if you're watching on replay. It genuinely helps the show.* Visit the official Scott Adams store and grab **official Scott Adams merchandise while it lasts**.Pour your coffee, join us for the **Simultaneous Sip**, and spend the morning with the Home Team.Today especially, remember the things that matter.**Never forget. Be useful.**

I jumped on for a bonus live stream because this couldn't wait. A clip of JD Vance at the RJC is circulating, he's asked about Tucker Carlson and his answer is that we should be able to remain friends with people we have political disagreements with. I have a problem with that framing. The objections to Tucker are not political disagreements. We're not arguing about tax rates or military policy. We're talking about lying, simping for Putin, calling Hamas a political organization, smearing Ben Shapiro as a dual-loyalty Jew who can't be trusted, Holocaust revisionism, confusing an entire generation about who the good guys are. Those are ethical disagreements. Behavioral disagreements. And framing them as simply political is either deeply confused or a deliberate dodge. I also get into what happens to a movement when it refuses to draw ideological borders, look at what happened to the left and the rise of the DSA. Conservatism means conserving something. You can't do that while giving cover to the people actively working to destroy it. This one had to come out. I'll be back for a full episode soon.Become an honored guest on Patreon for exclusive content and Q&As, link in the description. Grab your mug at KozakStore.com

Priya Parker, author of The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters (Riverhead Books, 2018) and her latest, The Art of Fighting: The Transformative Power of Conflict (Riverhead Books, 2026), talks about the importance of conflict and offers a framework for resolving it constructively.Book cover art courtesy of Riverhead Books Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

## The Scott Adams School — September 10, 2026Today marks one year since the assassination of Charlie Kirk.The Home Team is together today to remember Charlie, with some help from Scott Adams himself.We'll look back at the man, the message, and the extraordinary influence Charlie had, particularly on younger generations. He was a role model, a fearless communicator, and someone many believed had the potential to play an even larger role in America's future, perhaps even as President one day.Today is about remembering what he stood for, what he accomplished, and the impact he left behind.And especially today, **please be kind in the chat.** Disagreement and debate are always welcome. Personal attacks are not. Save the obnoxious comments for another day, and don't make yourself the story. Our moderators may mute or remove people who can't manage that relatively modest feat of civilization.As always, **language may be spicy.**

What happens when someone publicly disagrees with you, criticizes your message, or reacts to your content in a way you don't exactly love? Your first instinct might be to defend yourself, fire back, or let your ego take over. In this episode of The Brad Jensen Show, Craig Smith and I break down a recent situation where someone reacted to one of my videos and strongly disagreed with my message. He wasn't attacking me personally—he was attacking the message and challenging my perspective. I had a choice. I could get defensive and respond from my ego, or I could take the high road. I chose the latter. Instead of firing back, I responded with kindness and even reached out to him personally. I told him there was no love lost, that I respected what he does, and that I think he creates great content—even though we absolutely do not see eye to eye on the carnivore diet. What happened next was pretty damn cool. He made another video about my response that was not only hilarious, but incredibly kind toward me as a person. That opened up a much bigger conversation between Craig and me about something we desperately need more of: the ability to disagree without becoming enemies. Not everyone is going to agree with your message. Not everyone is going to see the world the way you do. And someone challenging your ideas doesn't automatically mean they're attacking you. Sometimes the strongest thing you can do is put your ego aside, stay curious, take the high road, and leave room for respectful disagreement. Because when you stop treating every disagreement like a personal attack, you might actually learn something, build a relationship, or turn a potential enemy into a connection. We need more conversations like that. Key Nutrition Links: Work With a Nutrition Coach - Schedule A Consultation Nutrition Coaching - www.keynutrition.com   Partner Links: Order Supplements From Morphogen - Shop Here Order Supplements From Cured Nutrition - Shop Here   Be Featured on the Show: Apply to be a live calller guest on the show - Submit Application Here Submit Q&A Questions to be read live on the show - Submit Here   Free Guides: Eating Out Guide - Get The Guide High-Protein Fast Food Orders - Get the Guide Macro Food Options Guide - Get The Guide Join Us On Patreon - Join Here   Connect with us on Instagram: Host Brad Jensen – @thesoberbodybuilder Co-Host Craig Smith - @greatestdaymindset Key Nutrition – @keynutritioncoaching

Monday, September 08, 2026 The Dominant Duo – Total Dominance Hour -Vodka & Rum are preferred, Rum mx, Baker signs the deal, Michigan time clock madness, LSU & SEC disagreement, Ohio State plays Texas for top spot and more. Follow the Sports Animal on Facebook, Instagram and X PLUS Jim Traber on Instagram, Berry Tramel on X and Dean Blevins on X Follow Tony Z on Instagram and Facebook Listen to past episodes HERE! Follow Total Dominance Podcasts on Apple, Google and SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Senra: Read the notes at at podcastnotes.org. Don't forget to subscribe for free to our newsletter, the top 10 ideas of the week, every Monday --------- Doug Leone spent 26 years helping lead Sequoia Capital through successive eras of technological change. Born in Italy, he came to the United States without speaking English and carried the insecurity of an outsider into his career. That fear became fuel: whenever he felt himself falling behind, he forced himself to start over. After stepping down from Sequoia at 65 to make room for the next generation, he returned four years later. Now he considers himself a low-level analyst again, racing to understand an AI revolution that he believes is rewriting business more radically than anything he has seen before. Leone explains the three questions he asks before making an investment: Would he put his children's money into it? If he could make only 20 investments in his life, would this be one of them? Could it return the entire fund? He is interested only in extreme outliers—companies capable of returning 100 times the original investment—and says the biggest mistake venture investors make is selling their winners too early. Sequoia once owned enormous stakes in Apple, Cisco, Google and NVIDIA, but even the greatest investors failed to anticipate how long exceptional companies could continue compounding. His role as an investor is not to shape a founder's technology. It is to help turn a product into a business: recruiting the first team, building sales and marketing, navigating crucible moments and preserving the founder as the soul of the company. He describes backing David Vélez before Nubank existed, what Fred Luddy's unusual ServiceNow pitch revealed about him and why Sequoia looks for the same qualities in founders and its own partners: a hypercompetitive person with a heart of gold. Leone also discusses trust as the accelerant that makes business move quickly. Trust requires both competence and good intentions, and it is earned by helping founders when they are most vulnerable. He explains why founders should architect their boards as carefully as their products, why productive disagreement is different from argument and how to deliver difficult feedback so it can actually be heard. He closes with lessons from his longtime partner Michael Moritz: listen to the exact words people choose, put the other person first and always ask what a company could become if everything goes right. Show notes: https://www.davidsenra.com/episode/doug-leone Made possible by Ramp: https://ramp.com AppLovin: https://applovin.com/senra Deel: https://deel.com/senra Chapters (00:00:00) How to Dominate for Decades (00:03:17) Turning Fear Into a Tailwind (00:05:40) Immigrant Drive, Hard Work & the Beach Club (00:12:19) Simplifying Life & Choosing Discomfort (00:14:37) The Homeless Sequoia Partner With No Plan B (00:16:49) Stepping Down, Coming Back & Starting Over (00:20:04) Why AI Is Different From Every Previous Technology Shift (00:22:13) Doug's Three Investment Heuristics (00:23:52) The Cost of Selling Great Companies Too Early (00:25:39) Helping Founders Turn Products Into Businesses (00:28:28) David Vélez, Nubank & the Psychology of Founder Support (00:32:25) Why Founders Must Remain the Soul of the Company (00:36:13) Torturing Yourself Into Greatness (00:39:57) Don Valentine, Succession & the Sequoia School of Hard Knocks (00:44:28) Staying Grounded & Developing a Sniffer for People (00:47:46) Hypercompetitive With a Heart of Gold (00:50:13) Fred Luddy, Israeli Founders & Radical Directness (00:52:28) Trust Is the Accelerant of Business (00:59:57) Starting From Zero & Hunting for the Next Great Founder (01:05:59) Architect Your Board Like Your Product (01:10:24) Truth, Disagreement & the Art of Difficult Feedback (01:13:43) Humanity, Introversion & the Value of Relationships (01:18:18) What Doug Learned From Michael Moritz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark is joined by Phil Holloway, host of The Megyn Kelly True Crime Show, former Georgia assistant district attorney, and former police officer, to discuss the sudden mistrial declaration in the Lindsay Clancy murder case. Phil breaks down how a single holdout juror caused the deadlock, the legal implications of the judge's decision, and whether the prosecution will pursue a retrial or seek an out-of-court resolution.

“Getting Into a Disagreement With Somebody”- Listen to my Morning Monologue: I'm sharing my take on pressing issues, enlightening research on human behavior, answering questions I get by email, and my favorite, most instructive interactions with callers. Everything you'll hear is designed to help you become a better spouse, parent, family member, co-worker, friend, and human being. It's the free therapy you need! Got a dilemma? Call 1-800-DR-LAURA / 1-800-375-2872 or make an appointment at DrLaura.com Follow on social media: Facebook.com/DrLaura Instagram.com/DrLauraProgram YouTube.com/DrLaura Join the Dr. Laura Family!! >> Receive my weekly newsletter, perks, and more! Sign up now, it's FREE > DrLaura.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

# The Scott Adams School | September 3, 2026☕ **Good morning and welcome to The Scott Adams School!**Today we're very happy to welcome back **Steve Cortes**, who joins us to discuss his latest documentary, ***The Basilica or the Mosque***.These are important times to have serious conversations about what is happening around us, what we are seeing in our communities and where things may be headed. We're looking forward to hearing what Steve discovered while making the documentary, what he believes Americans need to understand, and where the conversation takes us from there.We'll also cover a few other news stories making headlines today because apparently the world remains stubbornly unwilling to give us a slow news day.☕ Grab your coffee and get ready for the **Simultaneous Sip**.###

Disagreement and conflict is almost inevitable in human relationships. When that happens, some people put up their fists . . . others call up their lawyer. Others look up the Proverb that says a soft answer turns away wrath. In the big picture, those moments can either undergird our efforts to share Christ, or undermine them. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie helps us deal with everyone in a spirit of grace and humility. We’re in Acts chapter 15. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

# The Scott Adams School | Wednesday, September 2, 2026☕ **Grab your coffee and join us for the Simultaneous Sip!**Today on **The Scott Adams School**, Erica welcomes **Thomas Corbett-Dillon** to the show for the very first time!Thomas is a British political commentator and former adviser to Boris Johnson who has become an outspoken voice on what is happening politically and culturally across the United Kingdom.And Erica is joined today by returning guest co-host **Kyle Becker**!

Disagreement and conflict is almost inevitable in human relationships. When that happens, some people put up their fists . . . others call up their lawyer. Others look up the Proverb that says a soft answer turns away wrath. In the big picture, those moments can either undergird our efforts to share Christ, or undermine them. Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg Laurie helps us deal with everyone in a spirit of grace and humility. We’re in Acts chapter 15. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

# ☕ The Scott Adams School — September 1, 2026**Happy September!**

Ask Tim or Jack a question directly by joining our growing community of LCMS lay leaders and pastors: click here.Do you think hard conversations that we have publicly on Lead Time are harmful to Christian unity?Tim Ahlman, Tania Hilton, and Jack Kalleberg discuss why laypeople need a meaningful voice in the church, how leaders can create healthier feedback loops, and whether publicly questioning authority violates the Eighth Commandment—or represents necessary Christian accountability.This is an honest conversation about authority, women, institutional preservation, provocative podcasting, and a healthier future for the LCMS—one in which difficult conversations produce greater clarity and unity rather than further division.⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️Care about the future of the LCMS?Join the LCMS Current! (LCMS Current Events Newsletter)⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️To learn more, visit uniteleadership.org

Disagreements are inevitable, but they don't have to become conflicts. Harvard Kennedy School professor Julia Minson joins us to explore why we struggle to see perspectives different from our own and how openness, curiosity, and humility can lead to more productive conversations. We also get practical strategies for navigating difficult conversations, from asking better questions to understanding what we actually know versus what we're simply assuming. Topics [0:00] Introduction and Speed Round with Julia Minson [6:16] Does Feeling Heard Make Us More Receptive? [19:23] Why Context Matters in Conflict [21:13] What Is Naive Realism? [37:37] Why Receptiveness Isn't Weakness [42:00] What Is "Boomer Asking"? [44:39] How to Start a Difficult Conversation [47:23] What Do You Actually Know? [49:30] Asking Better Questions [51:12] Are You Actually Being Curious? [52:30] Using Notes to Have Better Conversations [57:19] Grooving Session: Practical Tips for Better Disagreements ©2026 Behavioral Grooves Links About Julia How to Disagree Better by Julia Minson Join us on Substack! Join the Behavioral Grooves community Subscribe to Behavioral Grooves on YouTube Support Behavioral Grooves Music Links Taylor Swift - august Noah Kahan - The Great Divide

Most people treat “contradictions” in scripture as a problem. What if they're actually one of the strongest evidences that the Book of Mormon is real?In this episode we dig into:- Why Nephi and Jacob clearly disagree about the Lamanites- Why treating the Book of Mormon like a single, univocal voice is a mistake- How real people (and real prophets) have different perspectives- The difference between Greek “linear logic” and Hebrew “block logic”- Why perfect agreement would actually make the text look fake- Why Scripture Contradictions Are a Feature, Not a BugIf the authors of the Book of Mormon never disagreed, that would be suspicious.The tension is the point.#BookOfMormon #LatterDaySaints #Apologetics #WardRadioChapter Markers0:00 – Intro: Are contradictions actually evidence? 1:50 – The skin color / Lamanite discussion that started it 2:45 – Nephi's prejudice vs. Jacob's defense of the Lamanites 3:30 – “The Book of Mormon doesn't say anything” — authors do 4:30 – Real people have different opinions 5:40 – Why total univocality would make scripture look fake 7:00 – Disagreement is what makes real texts (and real podcasts) interesting 9:00 – Sponsor: Tiny3D Temples 9:50 – Stop inventing Hebrew words to erase tension 11:40 – Andrew Cavin and the James vs. Paul disagreement 13:00 – Hebrew “block logic” vs. Greek linear logic 15:00 – Prince of Peace vs. “I came to bring a sword” 18:00 – Mystery vs. solving every problem 21:00 – Nephi and Jacob as the best example of authentic tension 22:20 – Closing thoughtsJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmsAFGrFuGe0obW6tkEY6w/joinAmazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AQLMTSMBM4DC?ref_=wl_shareVisit us for this and more at: WardRadio.comTo subscribe to "The Women of Ward Radio" Youtube Channel, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbu-wpRztV-8TYXClhUZhhwTo Subscribe to Cardon Ellis' Adventure Channel, please visit: http://www.youtube.com/@CardonEllisAdventuresThe following authors and/or sponsors are generously offering discounts on their gospel-related publication to Ward Radio listeners.⚡For free trial of Scripture Notes please visit the following link!: https://scripturenotes.com/?via=wardradio⚡For a discount on Tiny 3D Temples, Save 15% with code WARDRADIO at checkout or visit tiny3dtemples.com/wardradio⚡Family: A Rhyming Proclamation for Kids book visit the following linkhttps://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/family-a-rhyming-proclamation-for-kids . Use the code "Ward Radio" for 10% off. ⚡To Order Jonah's Book, “Lost Gems of Genesis” visit the following link and use coupon Code: WARDRADIO https://plainandpreciouspublishing.com/products/coming-soon-the-lost-gems-of-genesis-how-apocryphal-texts-prove-joseph-smith-fixed-the-bibleFor 10% off Plain and Precious Publishing Books, visit plainandpreciouspublishing.com and use Coupon Code: WARDRADIOFor a 5% discount on Go and Do Travel, visit goanddotravel.com and use the promo code WARDRADIO5#christian #mormon #exmormon #latter-daysaints #latterdaysaints #latterdays #bible #bookofmormon #archaeology #BYU #midnightmormons #jesus #jesuschrist #scriptures #sundayschool #biblestudy #christiancomedy #cardonellis #kwakuel #bradwitbeckTo support the channel:Venmo @WardRadio or visit: https://account.venmo.com/u/MidnightMormonsPaypal: paypal.me/@midnightmedia CashApp: $WardRadioFollow us at:Instagram: @cardonellis @kwakuel @braderico @boho.birdyFacebook: @WardRadioWorldwideTwitter: WardRadioShowTikTok: WardRadioWorldwide

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan breaks down Meta's massive $18 billion settlement over claims it deliberately hooked kids on social media, including new daily time limits, overnight blackouts, and tougher age verification rules. Bryan covers the State Department's terrorism designation on an Italian tech collective that provided encrypted infrastructure to Antifa, Hamas, and the IRGC, a push by Rep. Anna Paulina Luna to force social media influencers to disclose foreign cash, and Senator Josh Hawley's growing rebellion against his own party's embrace of AI and data centers. He also breaks down a combative Fox News interview with Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed on Sharia law, defunding police, and trans medicine for kids. Plus, Bryan covers a horrific glacier collapse and flash flood in Nepal, new confirmation that Iranian strikes have killed CIA officers and destroyed intelligence facilities, China's new Arctic shipping route skirting the Middle East war, and a new Louisiana phosphate plant aimed at cutting America's fertilizer dependence on China. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32   Keywords: Wright Report, Bryan Dean Wright, Meta, social media settlement, kids online safety, Antifa, terrorism designation, Josh Hawley, AI regulation, data centers, Abdul El-Sayed, Michigan Senate, Sharia law, Hillary Clinton, Nepal flood, CIA, Iran, IRGC, China, Arctic shipping, phosphate, Louisiana

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## The Scott Adams School — Wednesday, August 26, 2026Today we're joined by **Joel Pollak, biographer of Scott Adams**, who will be with us at the beginning of the show to give us an update on the biography: how the book is coming along, what's new, and what he's learned along the way.After that, **Erica and Owen** will take over with some current events, news, and whatever fresh nonsense the world has managed to produce overnight. **Marcela returns tomorrow.**### A little housekeepingWe've been asked by **Scott Adams, Inc.** to make everyone aware of the moderation policy going forward.We love that this community debates, disagrees, jokes around, and has strong opinions. That's part of what makes the chat fun. But **personal attacks, insults, and snide comments directed at any host or guest will no longer be tolerated.**Please think of this space the way you would think of being invited into **Scott's home**. We are his friends, our guests are invited guests, and basic respect is expected.If moderators see a personal attack or insult:**First offense:** You will be temporarily muted. You'll still be able to watch the show, but you will not be able to participate in the chat for a period of time.**If it happens again after that restriction is lifted:** You may be permanently blocked from the account.This policy comes directly from **Scott Adams, Inc.** and will be handled by the moderation team. It is not something the hosts will be debating or adjudicating during the show.We truly appreciate the overwhelming majority of you who come here every day to chat, debate, laugh, learn, and keep this community going. **Disagreement is welcome. Personal hostility is not.**Please **LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE** the show with your friends.

In Episode 291 of Two Pastors and a Mic, Cory and Channock continue the conversation around changing our minds, being wrong, and what happens when the people we love don't change with us.They talk about why we often assume more people think like us than actually do, why certain people's disagreement affects us more than others, and how our need for validation can hide underneath our need to convince someone that we're right.They also explore the connection between agreement and belonging, why disagreement can feel like rejection, how political and theological differences can strain relationships, and what it looks like to stay connected without requiring someone else to see the world exactly the way we do.00:00 - Welcome to Episode 29102:13 - Why Do I Need You to Think I'm Right?03:14 - The False Consensus Effect04:31 - We Assume More People Think Like Us06:41 - When Someone Close to You Disagrees07:33 - Whose Disagreement Bothers You Most?09:18 - When a Friend's Disagreement Hits Different10:50 - Learning to Live With Theological Tension12:03 - Why One Person's Disagreement Can Wreck Your Day12:48 - Social Verification & the Need for Validation15:03 - Why Disagreement Can Feel Like Rejection15:59 - When Did Agreement Become Connected to Belonging?17:12 - What's Harder: Changing or Watching Others Stay the Same?20:10 - Losing Friendships Over Politics20:33 - Does Relationship Require Agreement?21:40 - What Do We Actually Disagree About?23:20 - Friendship Can Survive Disagreement26:22 - Where Do You Need to Stop Needing Agreement?26:31 - The Challenge: Let a Disagreement Stay Unresolved27:18 - Choosing Relationship Over Agreement

Episode 280- Listener Questions We open the mail bag to answer a bunch of questions from the Decision Space community!   Time Stamps 2:15- who would win? 4:50- what is a YOU game? 9:00- design choice you disagree with 18:00- design choice you love 23:20- games for roommates 27:30- games you wish existed 34:30- bad games we like 40:00- who you want to play a game with 44:30- spoiler strategies 50:00- emotional responses to games 53:00- how our tastes have changed 56:30- where do you see the pod in 5 years? 1:00:30- game night pick 1:02:45- deep dive redo 1:05:30- time for games 1:09:00- state of the hobby 1:13:15- superlatives 1:14:15- has the podcast changed you as a gamer? 1:16:45- host disagreements 1:18:00- dueling game advice   Preplanners We have a deep dive of Paolo Mori's Libertalia coming up!   Music and Sound Credits Thank you to Hembree for our intro and outro music from their song Reach Out. You can listen to the full song on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQuuRPfOyMw&list=TLGGFNH7VEDPgwgyNTA4MjAyMQ&t=3s You can find more information about Hembree at https://www.hembreemusic.com/.  Thank you to Flash Floods for use of their song Palm of Your Hand as a sting from their album Halfway to Anywhere: https://open.spotify.com/album/2fE6LrqzNDKPYWyS5evh3K?si=CCjdAGmeSnOOEui6aV3_nA Intermission Music: music elevator ext part 1/3 by Jay_You -- https://freesound.org/s/467243/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Bell with Crows by MKzing -- https://freesound.org/s/474266/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 hammer v2.wav by blukotek -- https://freesound.org/s/337815/ -- License: Creative Commons 0   Contact Follow and reach us on social media on Bluesky @decisionspace.bsky.social. If you prefer email, then hit us up at decisionspa@gmail.com. This information is all available along with episodes at our new website decisionspacepodcast.com. Byeee!

The 94WIP Morning Show analyze the Phillies' recent inconsistencies and debate whether they qualify as a 'very good' team heading into the postseason. They also discuss Zack Wheeler's mechanical struggles and explore concerns regarding Jalen Hurts and the new Eagles offense after a public practice at the Linc. Additionally, a tribute to Dolly Parton leads to a reveal about Princess Diana being considered for a movie sequel. 01:00 - Bodyguard Sequel Rumors 03:05 - Merrill Reese Moments 05:44 - Phillies Performance Debate 12:38 - Dolly Parton Tribute 14:13 - Eagles Offense Analysis

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## The Scott Adams School — Tuesday, August 25, 2026The **Home Team is back**, and apparently the news has decided subtlety is no longer necessary.Today we're digging into the **DSA — the Democratic Socialists of America** — and, well… what a disaster. **Minnesota continues its quest to become the strangest state in the union**, we'll find out **what made a meteorologist completely lose it on air**, and there's a **SCOTUS victory for President Trump and America** to talk about.Plus plenty more, because the news never runs out of material. Humanity remains extremely committed to content creation.☕ Grab your coffee and join us for the **Simultaneous Sip**.**Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE the show with your friends.** Every click, thumbs-up, and share helps us keep building the Scott Adams School community.

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Mary Kissel discusses the strained US-South Korea alliance, where disagreements over military funding have prompted Seoul to seek independent nuclear-powered submarine capabilities. She characterizes North Korea as a reckless actor that has committed tens of thousands of combat troops and ballistic missiles to aid the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Kissel critiques the "transactional nature" of current diplomacy, noting that contradictory signals toward Kim Jong-unundermine national security strategies. Regarding Oman, she defends the nation as a moderate partner vital for counterterrorism and the release of detained Americans, viewing Trump's threats to bomb the country as an expression of frustration over Iran. Kissel also highlights political successes in South America, where center-right victories in Colombia and Chile represent a return to capitalist principles and closer ties with the US. She concludes by noting that environmental factors like El Niño will soon challenge regional stability in Brazil. (4)

Later this afternoon, we'll get minutes from the most recent Federal Reserve meeting. The Fed kept interest rates steady in July, but there was some disagreement. A handful of Fed officials wanted to raise the cost of borrowing. This morning, we'll discuss the dissents, fresh economic data, and what to expect from today's report. Then, it's been five years since tens of thousands of Afghans were airlifted to U.S. cities. We'll learn about their careers and lives.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace Morning Report is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Stories featured in this episode:What to watch for in the next Fed minutesFive years after the Afghan evacuation, thousands have built careers and businesses

It's Wednesday, August 19th, 2026, and today we're going **Polling for Normal People** at The Scott Adams School.

Later this afternoon, we'll get minutes from the most recent Federal Reserve meeting. The Fed kept interest rates steady in July, but there was some disagreement. A handful of Fed officials wanted to raise the cost of borrowing. This morning, we'll discuss the dissents, fresh economic data, and what to expect from today's report. Then, it's been five years since tens of thousands of Afghans were airlifted to U.S. cities. We'll learn about their careers and lives.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace Morning Report is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Stories featured in this episode:What to watch for in the next Fed minutesFive years after the Afghan evacuation, thousands have built careers and businesses

Today Erica gets to have a little fun with Joshua Lisec and Owen! First, we'll dig into **the Haitians in Ohio**, get a little **news on the bio**... and apparently we're rhyming now, because professionalism has its limits.Then, since Erica suddenly finds herself surrounded by two dads, we're going to take advantage of it and talk about some **manly things**: men, women, relationships, marriage, fatherhood, traditional roles, what men and women misunderstand about each other, and whatever other dangerous territory we wander into. This should go smoothly.

Larry is back in studio with his wife Jessica for part two of their conversation, recorded the week of their 22nd anniversary. Last week they covered how they met and the crucibles that shaped them. This week they get practical about the daily mechanics of a marriage that works: how they got aligned on parenting, how they resolve conflict, and how they back each other up in front of the kids whether they agree or not. They're candid that none of it came naturally at first. They walk through the parenting classes that helped early on, a hard season with one of their sons that turned out to be driven by a medication reaction, and why setting ego aside to get outside help was the move that saved them repeatedly. Jessica shares what it means to never be emasculated or called a name in thirty years together, and Larry breaks down the guardrails that keep their disagreements calm: no yelling, no name calling, real listening, and a willingness to eat humble pie. If your marriage feels more like managing a household than sharing a life, this one is a window into the operating system of a couple who clearly still like each other.   Timeline Summary [1:02] – Why part two matters, and Jessica joins for parenting and conflict resolution [4:39] – A new season with an adult son and the land of uncertainty it brings [6:39] – Bringing the first baby home to a tornado, and every season being new territory [9:07] – The one thing they nailed early: alignment on parenting styles [10:21] – Love and Logic, 1-2-3 Magic, and the classes that gave them a shared playbook [11:34] – A hard season with Mason at 11 and refusing to let ego stop them from getting help [13:15] – Communication gap: Larry not seeing how bad the mornings really were [16:39] – Owning that "I have to work" wasn't the support Jessica needed [17:23] – The real catalyst turned out to be a medication, and the game-changing fix [18:43] – Having each other's back in front of the kids, no public disagreement [19:47] – The quiet aside instead of the public callout, coming back as a combined unit [21:39] – The over-punishment story: stacking consequences on Ethan's grades [22:54] – Why never being emasculated or disrespected publicly matters so much to a man [25:44] – The non-negotiable guardrails: no name calling, ever, even joking [27:15] – Listening without interrupting and keeping voices calm [30:09] – Tonality, ownership, and a family that apologizes well [34:32] – Why these habits are their operating system but not most people's [35:10] – The waterfall of peace: how Jessica's affection quiets Larry's chaos [36:33] – Not gaslighting a partner who's having a hard day, and giving space to process [37:30] – The "what did you do all day" mistake and never globalizing with always and never [40:43] – The deck argument Ethan witnessed and asked if they were divorcing [42:22] – Ethan's three observations: no yelling, real listening, no name calling [42:40] – Asking "is there truth to this" to sidestep the ego and defensiveness [45:02] – The trash story: coming in guns blazing and eating humble pie [49:11] – Covering for each other's hard seasons with the kids instead of piling on [50:04] – Favorite memories: the simple stuff, laughter under their own roof [52:16] – Valuing experiences over stuff, and how that alignment happened [55:19] – Closing out Mason's last year at home with a bang [56:53] – The 25 intimate conversation starters that keep them connected   5 Key Takeaways Get Aligned and Get Help Without Ego — The couples who struggle most are often fighting over whose parenting style wins. Larry and Jessica treated hard seasons as problems to solve together, bringing in classes and counselors rather than letting pride keep them stuck. Have Each Other's Back in Front of the Kids — Never publicly override your spouse's discipline. Handle disagreements privately, then return to the kids as a combined unit. Kids who can't split their parents feel more secure, not less. Set Guardrails for Conflict — No name calling, no yelling, and real listening while the other person talks. These simple, non-negotiable rules keep disagreements from escalating into damage, and kids notice and absorb them. Ask "Is There Truth to This" — When your partner brings a criticism, the instinct is to defend. Pausing to genuinely ask whether there's truth in it disarms your ego and turns a potential fight into a conversation. And when you're wrong, apologize fast. Protect Each Other's Hard Seasons — When one parent is short-tempered or struggling, the other explains it to the kids with grace instead of piling on. Give your partner room to process a bad day rather than gaslighting or nagging them out of it.   Links & Resources Episode page and all links: https://thedadedge.com/1518 25 Intimate Conversation Starters (free PDF and video training): https://thedadedge.com/25questions Dad Edge Day with the Arizona Cardinals (November 15, Cardinals vs Rams, State Farm Stadium): https://thedadedge.com/nfl   Enjoyed This Episode? If watching Larry and Jessica lay out the guardrails of their marriage gave you something to aim at, pick one and try it this week. Ask "is there truth to this" the next time you feel defensive, or take your spouse through a couple of good questions on your next date night. If the show keeps delivering, follow, rate, and leave a review so more fathers can find these conversations.

# The Scott Adams School — Monday, August 17, 2026How is it Monday again? Who authorized this?The **Home Team** is back to kick off the week with a wonderfully random assortment of whatever the universe has thrown at us.Today we've got:* A clip from **Scott** to get our brains pointed in the right direction.* The latest **Iran–Israel war updates**, because apparently geopolitics has no interest in taking the weekend off.* **Mamdani is speaking Chinese now.** Sure. Why not. Let's see where this goes.* Plus whatever other news, clips, science, AI, nonsense, brilliance, or general weirdness wanders into the classroom before the hour is over.As always, **please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE the show** with a friend. Ring the notification bell, give us a thumbs-up, and help us keep building the community Scott created.Please keep the chat **friendly, useful, and fun**. Disagreement is welcome. Personal attacks, endless fighting, and making the chat miserable for everyone else are considerably less charming. Leave the place better than you found it.And, as always, **language and clips may get spicy.** We make no promises about maintaining delicate sensibilities before lunchtime.Don't forget to grab your **official Scott Adams merchandise** while supplies last. Once something is gone, it may actually be gone, so this is not the moment for your usual human procrastination. And yes, you still need a **Simultaneous Swaddle**.Grab your coffee, settle in, and let's start the week together.**Welcome to The Scott Adams School.**