Podcasts about distractions

Are the Claims of Racism True, or a Distraction? Special Episode. From Chicago to West Virginia, a Law Enforcement Perspective. Few accusations are repeated as often, or with as much certainty, as the claim that American policing and the criminal justice system are inherently racist. It's a powerful narrative, amplified daily across social media, headlines, and political talking points. But is it true? Or has it become a dangerous distraction from facts, context, and real solutions? Look for The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on social media like their Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn , Medium and other social media platforms. That question is at the center of a special episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, available on their website, also on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and many major streaming platforms, and discussed across Facebook, Instagram, and the news. The episode features Maurice “Maury” Richards, a former Police Chief in Martinsburg, West Virginia, and a retired Chicago Police Lieutenant with decades of frontline experience. Experience From Two Very Different Cities Richards' career spans two vastly different policing environments, urban Chicago and small-city West Virginia. His perspective is not theoretical or academic; it's built on years of responding to violent crime, managing officers, and confronting the realities that don't always make headlines. Supporting articles about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium , Blogspot and Linkedin . During the conversation, Richards challenges the popular claim that police shootings in America are driven by racial bias. Instead, he argues that crime patterns, suspect behavior, and officer encounters with violence, not race, largely explain police use-of-force outcomes. Are the Claims of Racism True, or a Distraction? Special Episode. What the Data Shows National data consistently reveals that police shootings closely track rates of violent crime and armed encounters, not racial animus. In 2019, police officers fatally shot just over 1,000 individuals nationwide. The majority were armed or posed an immediate threat. While African Americans represented roughly a quarter of those killed, that proportion has remained stable for years and is lower than what crime and suspect data would predict, given the frequency with which officers encounter armed violent offenders. That context is often missing from public debate. Available for free on their website and streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and other podcast platforms. Equally overlooked: in 2019, police fatally shot more unarmed white suspects than unarmed Black suspects, and those numbers have declined significantly since 2015. When placed alongside broader homicide data, unarmed Black suspects killed by police represent a tiny fraction of overall violent deaths involving African Americans. What Research Actually Concludes Multiple large-scale studies, spanning economics, criminology, and peer-reviewed science, have examined police use of force. Their findings repeatedly undermine the claim of systemic racial bias in police shootings. Are the Claims of Racism True, or a Distraction? Special Episode. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast episode is available for free on their website , Apple Podcasts , Spotify and most major podcast platforms. Researchers have found that: The likelihood of a fatal police encounter increases with exposure to violent suspects, regardless of race. There is no statistically significant evidence of anti-Black bias in fatal police shootings when crime rates and behavior during encounters are considered. White officers, in some departments, have been found less likely than minority officers to shoot unarmed Black suspects. These conclusions don't deny that misconduct occurs or that bad officers exist. Rather, they challenge the idea that racism is baked into the system itself. The Cost of a False Narrative Richards and the show's hosts argue that the real danger lies in what happens when an unproven narrative is treated as fact. The portrayal of policing as systemically racist has had consequences, some deadly.  In past years, false assumptions fueled targeted attacks on officers and led to pullbacks in proactive policing, especially in high-crime neighborhoods. When officers disengage, it is often law-abiding residents in minority communities who pay the price through increased violence, drug activity, and gang control. Are the Claims of Racism True, or a Distraction? Special Episode. Check out The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and across most podcast platforms where listeners will find authentic law enforcement stories. As Richards explains, fewer arrests and less enforcement don't eliminate crime, they simply shift power to those who exploit the absence of law and order. Politics, Policy, and the Bigger Picture Claims of systemic racism have become foundational to movements such as “Defund the Police,” opposition to Broken Windows policing, and calls to dismantle traditional drug enforcement. Even national leaders have echoed these allegations, often without defining what “systemic racism” actually means. When examined closely, the arguments fall apart: Claims of widespread racial animus ignore how aggressively modern institutions punish and correct discriminatory behavior. Assertions that past racism explains all present disparities assume causal links unsupported by evidence. Psychological theories of subconscious bias have been widely challenged and debunked. Disparity-based arguments focus solely on offenders while ignoring victims, who are disproportionately minority themselves. Perhaps most troubling, many proposed “solutions” would harm the very communities they claim to protect by reducing safety, enforcement, and accountability. The Bottom Line The conversation reaches a clear conclusion: the claim of systemic racism in American policing and the criminal justice system does not stand up to scrutiny. That doesn't mean reform isn't needed or that every police action is justified, but it does mean debates should be grounded in facts, not fear or political convenience. Are the Claims of Racism True, or a Distraction? Special Episode. A Special Episode of the podcast episode is streaming now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. To hear the full discussion, listen to this special episode of the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, available now on their website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and other major platforms, and join the conversation across social media and news outlets nationwide. Listeners can tune in on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and most every major Podcast platform and follow updates on Facebook, Instagram, and other major News outlets. You can find the show on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, X (formerly Twitter), and LinkedIn, as well as read companion articles and updates on Medium, Blogspot, YouTube, and even IMDB. You can help contribute money to make the Gunrunner Movie . The film that Hollywood won't touch. It is about a now Retired Police Officer that was shot 6 times while investigating Gunrunning. He died 3 times during Medical treatment and was resuscitated. You can join the fight by giving a monetary “gift” to help ensure the making of his film at agunrunnerfilm.com . Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. You can contact John J. “Jay” Wiley by email at Jay@letradio.com , or learn more about him on their website . Stay connected with updates and future episodes by following the show on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, their website and other Social Media Platforms. Find a wide variety of great podcasts online at The Podcast Zone Facebook Page , look for the one with the bright green logo. Be sure to check out our website . Be sure to follow us on X , Instagram , Facebook, Pinterest, Linkedin and other social media platforms for the latest episodes and news. Are the Claims of Racism True, or a Distraction? Special Episode. 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This sermon explores the deep longing for God's presence and the obstacles that obscure it. While we often associate God's presence with emotional experiences—tears or goosebumps—He is a constant reality. "Emmanuel" (God with us) is not merely a seasonal Christmas theme; it is the entire storyline of the Bible, from the Garden of Eden to the New Creation. God's relentless pursuit is defined by the promise: "I will be your God, you will be my people, and I will dwell in your midst." However, significant barriers often keep us from experiencing the face of God.Scripture ReferencesGenesis 3:1-13: The Fall, introducing disobedience and hiding.Psalm 51: David's plea not to be cast from God's presence.Isaiah 6:1-5: The confrontation between human sin and God's holiness.Luke 2:41-52: Jesus' parents losing Him by assuming He was in the crowd.Key PointsThe Narrative of Presence The Bible is bookended by God dwelling with man. It begins in Eden, moves through the Tabernacle and Temple, finds its fulfillment in Jesus, continues in the Church through the Holy Spirit, and culminates in the New Creation where no temple is needed.Seven Barriers to IntimacyDisobedience: Sin naturally creates distance.Hiding & Shame: Guilt says "I did something bad"; shame says "I am bad," causing us to hide from God.Lies: The enemy deceives us about God's character and the severity of sin.Holiness: God's unapproachable light exposes our darkness (Isaiah 6).Unforgiveness: Jesus teaches that holding grudges hinders our prayers.Busyness: Prosperity often leads us to forget the God who blessed us.Presumption: Like Mary and Joseph, we can travel days assuming Jesus is with us in the "religious crowd" without actually consulting Him.ConclusionDuring the holidays, we celebrate God being with us, but the pressing question is: Are we with Him? It is dangerous to assume His presence while living distracted, disobedient, or unforgiving lives. Jesus came to remove every barrier—sin, shame, and separation—so that we could once again walk face-to-face with God.Calls to ActionStop Hiding: Come out of isolation. Confess your sin and let God cover your shame.Check Your Assumptions: Don't assume God is with you just because you are at church. Actively seek His face daily.Release Unforgiveness: Let go of grudges that block your experience of God's nearness. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

Sermon By: Pastor MarquiesScripture Reference:Isaiah 19:14-15

Travel Light - Getting rid of distractions There are so many things that distract us and derail us; we need to be intentional in our walk with God and place boundaries in our lives that help us thrive in what God has for us.

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EP 215: Were hanging out in the PodPort with JoeBro recapping our deer seasons. Lots of stories, laughs, and lessons learned! Enjoy!  IF YOU WANT TO SUPPORT THE SHOW, CHECK OUT OUR PATREON! The Whitetail Distraction Podcast is creating Podcasts and Videos | Patreon   If you want some badass broadheads, head over to VIP's website: https://www.viparchery.com or give Matt and Cindy Futtere a call and tell them the Whitetail Distraction Podcast boys sent you. They are truly some of the best people in the business! The Combat Veteran will cause major damage to the intended target as combat veterans are trained to do!  One of the best seed companies in the game has agreed to offer 10% off! Go check out Back Forty Seed Co. and use code DISTRACTION10. https://backfortyseedco.com To complement our broadhead usage - check out VPA's full lineup of products at www.vparchery.com use discount code WDP for 10% off! You have to see their project at www.50forged.com Skre Gear is back!! You know the routine, high quality products with a lifetime warranty at an affordable cost! Use discount code WDP for 15% off!! Check their growing lineup at www.skregear.com Our newest partner is Hunt Arsenal!! Platforms, saddles, packs and more! They are taking the mobile hunting space by storm! Give them a serious consideration at https://huntarsenal.com/ Like this episode? Head over to iTunes and give us a 5-star rating and leave a review. Not hearing what you like, or just simply have suggestions? Send us an email at TheWhitetailDistractionPodcast@gmail.com   Also, check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube @TheWhitetailDistractionPodcast, Twitter @TheWDPodcast and TikTok @TheWhitetailDistraction. The Distraction is Real!

You say you want speed. But what you really want is relief.So you chase what feels lighter. New ideas. New paths. New distractions.It feels like movement. But it quietly slows you down.In this conversation with Eric, we expose why losing focus is not a productivity problem. It is a fear problem.And what it actually takes to stay with the one thing that matters when escape feels easier.Eric Rogell is a bestselling author and leadership expert who has spent years studying courage, presence, and what separates real strength from performative motion.INSIDE THE EPISODE• Why focus starts to feel heavy When pressure rises, your nervous system looks for relief. Distraction feels like speed, but it is not.• The hidden reason leaders drift Focus breaks when staying present requires courage. Escape is easier than commitment.• Where the old approach fails More discipline does not fix fear. Trying harder only adds weight.• The distinction that changes everything Focus is not about forcing attention. It is about choosing courage over comfort.• What to notice going forward Anytime something shiny pulls you away, ask what you are avoiding, not what you are missing.THIS EPISODE IS FOR• Founders who feel busy but slower than they used to• Leaders jumping between ideas that all feel urgent• High performers mistaking relief for progress• Anyone who knows their real work but keeps stepping away from itWHAT TO DO NEXTShare this with the founder who keeps changing direction but says they want momentum. Ask them this: “What would happen if you stayed?”Follow Dr. Yishai on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dryishai/Book a Pattern Break Session on his LinkedIn page to feel the shift yourself.ABOUT THE PODCASTYou were built for speed. But right now you feel slower than you look on paper.Most founders try to outwork that slowdown. It only burns them out.The truth is simple.Your mind is the only machine your company doesn't upgrade.This show helps you fix that.Stop outworking the slowdown. Upgrade the machine. We make hyper-performance simple and accessible for every founder ready to unlock real speed.Hosted by doctor of psychology and executive coach Dr Yishai Barkhordari.DISCLAIMERThis content is for informational purposes only. It is not therapy, clinical advice, or coaching guidance. All examples and stories are illustrative. Some stories are composites. Results vary based on personal effort, context, and market conditions. Always consult qualified professionals before making decisions that impact your business, health, or well-being. © 2025 Yishai Barkhordari. All rights reserved.

In this episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Bobby Alexis⁠, Founder of Mindful Media Foundation, about transforming screen time into a tool for family connection and healing. Bobby shares how his background in entertainment and tech—and his personal mental health experience during the pandemic—led him to build a 501(c)(3) focused on ethical, research-backed media designed for co-viewing and co-regulation between parents and children. The conversation explores the screen-time crisis, the role of interactive storytelling and clinical research, and how Mindful Media Foundation plans to scale a system-level solution that supports families in homes, schools, and communities. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, ⁠⁠Adam Torres⁠⁠ interviews ⁠⁠Bobby Alexis⁠⁠, Founder of Mindful Media Foundation, about transforming screen time into a tool for family connection and healing. Bobby shares how his background in entertainment and tech—and his personal mental health experience during the pandemic—led him to build a 501(c)(3) focused on ethical, research-backed media designed for co-viewing and co-regulation between parents and children. The conversation explores the screen-time crisis, the role of interactive storytelling and clinical research, and how Mindful Media Foundation plans to scale a system-level solution that supports families in homes, schools, and communities. Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠⁠ Visit our website: ⁠⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sportsnet 650's Canucks PxP voice Brendan Batchelor joins the show. Does this team have an identity, or are they simply asking too much of their young players? How much of a distraction has Hughes become? Plus, Dimitri Filipovic weighs in on whether the Canucks are the worst team in the league, the future of Quinn Hughes, and what a potential trade could look like. The guys also touch on Olympic roster debates and how injuries are shaping the Eastern Conference race. This podcast is produced by Dominic Sramaty and Elan CharkThe views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Drew and Roth are joined by Purple Insider's Matthew Coller to talk football as the NFL season heats up. In this brand new world where K-balls are changing the entire game, how do we even tell if a player or a team is good at all? Are the Cowboys actually any good? The Broncos? The Patriots? Is Matthew buying Caleb Williams? Then, they open up the Funbag to answer real questions from listeners. Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0!Stuff We Talked AboutMatthew's rescued greyhoundsWhy can't teams pass anymore?Gridiron granddadsTaco TodayChoice culinary crapSponsors- Blueland, where you can get 15% off your first order- Storyworth, where you can save $10 or more- MeUndies, where you can get get up to 50% offCredits- Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth- Producer: Brandon Grugle- Editor: Mischa Stanton- Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts- Subscribe to Defector!About The ShowThe Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Live from MRAA Dealer Week, GarageCast sits down with Correct Craft CRO Thomas Bates to break down the most significant challenges and opportunities in today's boating industry. We explore why dealers must shift from “selling boats” to “selling their brand,” how telematics is reshaping the ownership experience, and why the industry is struggling to capture new and younger boaters.

Welcome to this week's episode of the podcast where Brent & David continue the theme for the month of December on the focus of "Jesus at the Center." This week, they are talking about the distractions of Christmas that even ministry leaders can find themselves in far too often and how to focus on what's important in this season.Whether you are a young or old youth pastor, we would love for you to listen in and see what is talked about in today's episode and we would also love to hear from you! What is your tidbit of advice that you would add to the conversation?You can listen to this episode on all your preferred podcast providers. We would also love to have you join the conversation if you would like to be on the show!Shoot us a message on social media (@talkstudentmin) or an email (podcast@studentministryconversations.org) to get a time set for you to be on the show.Show notes can be found on our website: www.studentministryconversations.orgConnect With SMCInstagram – @talkstudentminTwitter – @talkstudentminFacebook – @talkstudentminYoutube - "Student Ministry Conversations"Connect With The HostsBrent Aiken – @heybrentaikenRussell Martin – @rgmmusicDavid Pruitt - @pruacousticMelissa Stevenson - @melissa_stevenson81You can also email all the hosts individually by: firstname@studentministryconversations.orgSupport the Podcast!Buy Our Merch! - www.studentministryconversations.org/shop

Your phone isn't the problem, your dependence on it is. In this solo episode, Kelly Siegel breaks down the truth about digital addiction, dopamine hijacking, and why your attention is the most valuable currency you have heading into 2026. You'll learn how constant scrolling destroys your focus, sleep, clarity, and emotional health and the simple Digital Warrior Protocol that helps you reclaim your mind, your peace, and your power. This isn't about quitting technology. It's about quitting dependence and rebuilding presence, purpose, and discipline. If you want more clarity, creativity, calm, and energy… your detox starts now. Key Takeaways

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Finding Purpose and Joy In This Season     We're deep into December, and the Christmas spirit is everywhere—homes decorated with lights, the smell of cookies, gatherings, endless lists of to-dos. This time of year is magical, but it's also overwhelming. We often rush from task to task, trying to make everything perfect, and before we know it, Christmas comes and goes in a blur. Every year, I remind myself: Be present. Really be in the moment. And yet, like so many of us, I still catch myself speeding through the season, missing the beauty right in front of me. Last week, I shared about Limbs for Humanity, an incredible organization heading to Rocky Point Medical Clinic with 53 prosthetics—most of them above-knee—for 49 people, including a few bilateral amputees. They work tirelessly and always need help, whether through donations, volunteering, or supplying prosthetic parts. I encourage anyone listening to learn more, especially during this season of giving, because providing someone the gift of mobility is life-changing—not just for them, but for everyone around them.   Some recepients of the generosity of Limbs For Humanity   But today's episode shifts from giving in a material way to giving with your presence. And this message hit me hard after hosting my annual Christmas cookie exchange. Every year I throw two big gatherings—one for Halloween, which I love, and one for the holidays with my cookie exchange. This year my home was filled with gorgeous faces, familiar laughter, new friends I hadn't seen in years, women who traveled across town because they wanted to be part of something meaningful and joyful. I spent days creating handmade crafts—because I love creating in bulk and making unique gifts for people—but what filled my soul wasn't the crafts, or the cookies, or the decorations. It was the simple act of seeing people show up.   Friends and the Power of Connections Making gifts brings me joy and keeps me active and positive on harder days       There's something incredibly powerful about people choosing to be present, especially during one of the busiest months of the year. And that's when it clicked for me: as much as we talk about being present during the holidays, it's the very thing we often lose our grip on the fastest. Being present doesn't erase the pain, struggles, or discomfort—especially for amputees. As amputees, we know there's rarely a day when something in our body isn't weird, uncomfortable, painful, or frustrating. Phantom pain hits out of nowhere. The socket might feel too tight, too loose, too heavy, too something. Sometimes sitting on the couch at night feels uncomfortable. Sometimes the good leg takes a beating and we're reminded of how much pressure it carries. Pain is real, and it can take center stage quickly. But being present doesn't mean focusing on the pain of the moment—it means choosing what part of the moment gets your attention. Yes, we can distract ourselves. I do it all the time: I hit the gym, work on crafts, visit my horses, pour myself into hobbies, or push through discomfort because I refuse to let it control me. But there's a difference between distraction and presence. Distraction removes us from the moment; presence anchors us in it. Presence says: Yes, I hurt—but I'm still here. Yes, this is hard—but there is beauty in this moment too.       And this is where so many amputees get stuck. We become hyper-aware of how we feel… constantly. How does this feel now? What about now? Is this getting worse? Is this going to ruin the day? We begin measuring moments by levels of pain rather than levels of joy. And that traps us in waiting mode—waiting for a better moment instead of living the one we're in. But the present is a gift—that's why it's called the present. We are not guaranteed tomorrow. We are not even guaranteed the next hour. What we do have is right now.

Welcome to the 2025 season finale of Aurecon’s Engineering Reimagined podcast. Let’s look back on some of our favourite episodes of the year that all have one thing in common – the evolving technologies that affect or impact three critical areas of interest, including decision-making in the age of distraction, the energy transition and data centres. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rabbi Jonathan Cahn uncovers the deliberate and calculated ways the enemy works to undermine a believer's walk with God. He explains how spiritual attacks often follow patterns—designed to discourage, distract, or detour you from your God-given purpose. By exposing those strategies, Cahn shows how believers can shut down the enemy's access points and walk in the authority and victory Christ provides.Key Points CoveredThe enemy studies your weaknesses and strikes at vulnerable moments.Distraction, deception, division, and discouragement are common tactics.Many attacks repeat in cycles until you expose them with truth.Recognizing spiritual patterns is crucial for breaking them.Authority in Jesus dismantles every plan when brought into the light.Living alert, prayerful, and grounded in Scripture fortifies your walk.Scriptures ReferencedEphesians 6:10–18 – The armor of GodJohn 10:10 – The thief comes to steal, kill, and destroy2 Corinthians 2:11 – We are not ignorant of Satan's devicesJames 4:7 – Resist the devil, and he will flee from youJaggy & Tedi's Studio CameosJust as Rabbi Cahn talks about being spiritually alert, Jaggy demonstrates his own brand of “watchman duty,” keeping an eye on every sound in the studio. Meanwhile, little Tedi curls up next to the mixer, reminding listeners that peace and stillness—like her soft purr—are powerful weapons against fear and confusion. Their presence brings warmth and comfort while Allan shares this powerful teaching.TakeawayWhen you can identify the enemy's blueprint, you can break it. God has already given you every spiritual tool necessary to overcome—strength, wisdom, discernment, and victory in Jesus. Stay alert, stay grounded, and walk forward with boldness.

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I know I am not the only one battling to stay present.  I felt the message for this episode DEEPLY. If we aren't fully present, we aren't making any impact. That's not ok with me. Is it ok with you? Let's lock in and be PRESENT and bless our family. Love you lots, Mir STEPS TO TAKE TO GET STARTED TODAY!! Step 1: Join My Free FB Community to grow, heal, and become who you were meant to be!! Step 2: Purchase Audio Course 5 Steps To Connect with God and Hear From Holy Spirit Step 3: Invest In Coaching, It's time for BREAKTHROUGH, Click Here Now. Step 4: Grab your FREE Aromatherapy Wheel Gift!! Step 5: Grab your FREE Guide to Peptides I created just for YOU.

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors. Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs. Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERERegister NOW for Tekmetric's Tektonic Conference coming up HEREIn this episode, Jeff sits down with Sunny Massera. Sunny is a self-taught service manager that went from dabbling with cars to building high-end custom Broncos. He talks about why it's important to seek out people with greater skill to keep growing. Sunny also discusses the challenges of business ownership in the automotive world and talks about lessons learned from running his own shop. Jeff and Sunny also speak on the high expectations and pressures involved in custom car builds and mentoring young technicians.Follow Sunny on social - TikTokInstagramFacebookTimestamps:00:00 "Early Passion for Fixing Cars"09:33 Underappreciated Work and Mismanagement14:34 "Passion Meets Expectation in Craft"16:14 From Selling to Building Cars21:23 "Job Frustration and Judgment"27:28 Lifelong Learning in Trades33:17 Distractions and Smoking Breaks40:36 "From Carburetors to Convenience"42:58 "GTOs, Broncos, and Value"50:31 Truck Modification Causes Failure55:53 "Faulty Steering on Work Vans" Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232

Attackers don't take holidays off. In this December Patch Tuesday episode, the Automox security team breaks down three high-impact vulnerabilities landing at the end of 2025. Ryan, Mat, and Seth unpack the React2Shell RCE hitting React Server Components, an Azure Monitor Agent flaw that turns the syslog user into a stealthy foothold, and a Windows File Explorer bug where a single click may trigger privilege escalation.You'll hear why light patch months aren't always low-risk, how bundled dependencies can expose you even if you don't “use” React, and why log pipelines remain a prime target for attackers looking to hide their tracks. The team also covers seasonal phishing trends and what to expect as skeleton crews head into the holidays.

This podcast episode introduces the "300 Strong Challenge," a 7-day program designed to test ideas and build beneficial habits through competitive activities like cold showers, meditation, listening to God, running, and bodyweight exercises. The hosts, Tommy and Caleb, share their personal struggles and revelations, particularly highlighting the pervasive nature of distractions that hinder quiet time with God and the unexpected mental benefits of cold showers. They emphasize that challenges expose personal weaknesses, foster deeper understanding of scripture, and ultimately help individuals lead more intentional lives by building consistent habits. The episode concludes by inviting listeners to join a modified version of the challenge, stressing that the goal is not just completion but personal discovery and growth. Chapters: 1.  **Introduction to Challenges & The 300 Strong Challenge** (00:00:00,000) - The hosts introduce a new podcast direction focused on doing challenges to test ideas and invite listeners to participate. They outline the initial "300 Strong Challenge," which includes cold showers, listening to the Father, meditating on a verse, running, and bodyweight exercises. 2.  **Tommy's Hardest Challenges** (00:03:01,660) - Tommy shares his struggles with cold showers in winter conditions and, more significantly, the 10 minutes of listening to the Father, revealing how much internal noise prevents him from hearing God in silence. He identifies this as a personal area for growth. 3.  **Caleb's Reflections on Distraction** (00:06:32,748) - Caleb agrees with Tommy, expressing disappointment that 10 minutes of silence is now difficult, contrasting it with a past experience on the Appalachian Trail. He highlights the pervasive nature of distractions and the need to actively practice the presence of God. 4.  **The Art of Being Fathered & Quieting the Mind** (00:10:38,048) - Tommy questions the balance between learning from man and God, while Bryan shares his practice of listening to instrumental music to quiet his mind. Bryan also suggests asking God specific questions about Himself during quiet time for deeper, personal insight. 5.  **The Cold Shower's Mental Impact** (00:15:29,699) - Bryan admits the 30-second cold shower was a constant mental hurdle, exposing his brain's workings, despite its refreshing outcome. Caleb adds that incorporating challenges into existing morning habits was crucial for his success. 6.  **The Personal Nature of God & Challenge Motivation** (00:18:26,360) - Bryan emphasizes that listening to God doesn't always have to be about heavy topics, but can be about personal, playful connection, similar to a child playing with a parent. Caleb relates this to throwing a baseball with his dad, valuing the time together over specific conversation. 7.  **Tommy's Meditation Revelation (Daniel Chapter 6)** (00:26:24,856) - Tommy shares a profound experience meditating on Daniel Chapter 6, realizing he had misunderstood the story and gaining new insights into the king's faith and parallels between Daniel and Jesus regarding religious rules. This deep dive brought the scripture to life for him. 8.  **Caleb's Meditation & Life's Distractions (Romans 8)** (00:31:08,426) - Caleb discusses his struggle with all-day meditation due to accumulated distractions, reflecting on Romans 8 and the question of what he wants his daily life to look like. He realizes the need to remove distractions like social media to foster a deeper connection with God. 9.  **Brian's Meditation (Joshua 1:9) & Cold Shower Benefits** (00:35:51,406) - Brian shares his experience meditating on Joshua 1:9, applying the command to be strong and courageous throughout his day. He also reiterates the cold shower's immediate ability to reset a worried or anxious mind, calling it a true nervous system restart. 10. **Physical Challenges & Motivation** (00:38:43,580) - Tommy and Caleb discuss the physical challenges, with Tommy noting how the cold shower motivated him for other tasks and how walks reignited activity. Caleb reflects on his failure to consistently run and the importance of daily consistency, while they debate the role of competition versus self-discovery in motivation. 11. **Conclusion & Next Steps** (00:50:40,842) - The hosts conclude by emphasizing that challenges expose what's truly important and help build habits to lead one's life, rather than being controlled by it. They announce a modified repeat of the challenge for the next week, encouraging listeners to participate and track their progress for personal benefit and learning.

Jump in with Carlos Juico and Gavin Ruta on episode 264 of Jumpers Jump. This episode we discuss: Using AI to translate what people are saying, Ai getting caught coughing, Lebron james retiring theory, Machop pokemon mandela effect, Follow the north star mandela effect, Jimmy page haunted house story, Ebo Noah's vision from Jesus, September 2026 laptop mystery, Breaking bones theory, Distractions for the epstein book, Holiday dates theories, Manifesting a rumour, Blood is blue mandela effect, Beatles album hidden detail, Using AI to create influencers, All roads lead to rome, Roman empire is still alive, Growing up and following rules, Nothing in life matters, Gen Z culture, Older vs younger brother, Would you be friends with your clone, Selective hearing, Craziest torture methods, Having meaningful conversations with people and much more! -Go to https://zbiotics.com/JUMPERS and use JUMPERS at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics -Shop all things home at https://www.wayfair.com -Download the DraftKings Casino app and use code JUMPPOD to enjoy Holidays on the House -Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/wh9pmopc #CashAppPod.Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Cash App Green, overdraft coverage, borrow, cash back offers and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Follow the podcast: @JumpersPodcast Follow Carlos: @CarlosJuico Follow Gavin: @GavinRutaa Check out the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/JumpersJumpYT⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we're continuing the conversation about eating disorders, but this time, with a professional who has spent nearly two decades treating eating disorders.After my solo episode (ep. 75) sharing my 15-year battle with anorexia, bulimia, food addiction, and body dysmorphia, you sent in hundreds of questions…and I saved all of them for this conversation.Today, I'm joined by Dr. Morgan Francis, licensed therapist and eating disorder specialist, for a powerful, honest, informative, and definitely-lifesaving conversation that every woman (and every parent) needs to hear.Together, we break down:✨ Disordered eating vs. eating disorders—the difference matters✨ How young it starts (as early as five years old) and why✨ The most commonly missed warning signs✨ How to know if you may be struggling✨ What to do if someone you love has an eating disorder✨ How to help yourself if you're stuck in the cycle✨ Why “looking healthy” can hide years of pain✨ The role of shame, trauma, comparison, and control✨ What real healing actually looks like, and how you can learn to love your bodyThis episode is equal parts education, compassion, and empowerment. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or trying to understand your own relationship with food and your body…this conversation is a gentle, grounding place to start.If you or someone you love is struggling, please know: you're not alone, there IS help, and healing is absolutely possible.

Social media hijacks your attention and steals hours you meant for work, family, or rest. In this episode, discover 10 practical, no-fluff strategies to take back control—turn off notifications, delete apps, schedule time, curate feeds, and more—without quitting entirely. Start with one fix today and protect your focus. Listen now and reclaim your time.

Send us a textIn this powerful and soul-nourishing episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, Angela sits down with author, executive coach, and founder of Core Luma, Barbara Burgess, to explore one of the most important questions women and mompreneurs face:What does it really take to finally feel… enough?Barbara's story is raw, reflective, and deeply relatable — from walking away from a 22-year career to experiencing a spiritual awakening that reshaped her identity, her boundaries, and her definition of success. If you've ever battled comparison, burnout, perfectionism, or the constant pressure to “do more,” this conversation will feel like a warm exhale.Together, Angela and Barbara dive into:✨ What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy so many high-achieving women still feel “not enough” even after doing everything “right”The spiritual and emotional awakening that changed Barbara's lifeHow to recognize the voice of “not enough” — and how to stop believing itThe surprising power of small boundaries vs. big boundariesWhy ordinary moments hold extraordinary meaningHow to reclaim your energy, identity, and inner voice as you step into a new yearThe truth about self-improvement and why it can quietly reinforce self-judgmentHow to live from your heart instead of from external expectationsThis episode is filled with wisdom, compassion, and truth-telling that every mom, entrepreneur, creator, and seeker needs to hear.

BT and Sal are furious that the main takeaway from the Yankees' Winter Meetings is Brian Cashman's old Sonny Gray drama, where Cashman claimed Gray lied about wanting to play in New York. The hosts argue this is a self-made distraction to divert attention from the real issues: the team's inaction on critical offseason needs. They demand to know if the Yankees are pursuing Kyle Tucker or Cody Bellinger and are frustrated by the vague plan for left field and the ongoing leadoff hitter void. The hosts warn that simply relying on a strong rotation (which will be vulnerable early due to injuries) and the return of Judge is not enough to win a World Series, criticizing the focus on a former player instead of fixing the lineup.

Send us a textWe trade outrage for evidence and turn a fearful bathroom story into a lesson on bias, safety, and the science of identity. A trans PhD and veteran tech leader joins us to ground the debate in data, history, and everyday human experience.• why fear felt real despite no danger• how media narratives shape snap judgments• guest background in genetics and analytical chemistry• sexual assault statistics and real risk profiles• bathroom panic vs ordinary daily encounters• social norms, recognition, and cultural cues• religion, Victorian hygiene, and modern moral panics• WPATH guidelines and puberty blockers evidence• speech, labels, and online performative outrage• future deep dive on trans participation in sportsFollow Amythesta Herrick at ...Her websitehttps://purplepawclan.com/amethysta/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@amethystaherrickTiktokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@amethystaherrickLinkedinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/amethystaherrick/Support the showFollow your host atYouTube and Rumble for video contenthttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUxk1oJBVw-IAZTqChH70aghttps://rumble.com/c/c-4236474Facebook to receive updateshttps://www.facebook.com/EliasEllusion/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasmarty/ Some free goodies Free website to help you and me https://thefreewebsiteguys.com/?js=15632463 New Paper https://thenewpaper.co/refer?r=srom1o9c4gl PodMatch https://podmatch.com/?ref=1626371560148x762843240939879000

Episode Guest: Pastor & author Jeff Kapusta (Life Point Church, Wilmington NC)Core Theme: Living fully alive in Christ – integrated life, calling, leadership, and personal growth[00:00:15 – 00:03:35]Intro, Jeff's Story & Sneakerhead SideMatt introduces the Off the Wire podcast and his integrated approach to coaching: mind, body, and soul.Guest intro: Pastor Jeff Kapusta, church planter in Wilmington, North Carolina (Life Point Church).Brief church origin story (launching on Super Bowl Sunday 2006).Light banter on Jeff's hobbies: mountain biking, CrossFit, and being a Jordan 1 sneakerhead.SEO keywords: Christian podcast, church planting, Wilmington NC pastor, Jordan 1 sneakerhead[00:03:38 – 00:09:06]“Fully Alive” Book & Podcast – Origin StoryJeff shares how the book “Fully Alive: God's Will for Everyone Everywhere” came from his church's slogan “pointing people to life.”Conversation with his counselor exposed that he had no clear outlet to teach the core theology behind the slogan.A season of vocal problems and vocal restpushed him to write instead of preach.Book goal: help people understand God's will as living fully alive in Christ, whether or not they're in vocational ministry.The Fully Alive Podcast expands those themes into family, hobbies, fitness, finances, and faith.SEO keywords: Fully Alive book, God's will for your life, Christian spiritual growth, Christian podcast on faith and life[00:09:06 – 00:14:42]Integrated Life: Spirituality, Money, and the BodyMatt and Jeff discuss integrated Christian living: spirituality, finances, time, body, and habits all connected.Jeff shares his and his wife's story of financial freedom and how money stress affects marriage and ministry.They contrast “don't store up treasures on earth” with wise stewardship, savings, inheritance, and generosity.Money as a tool for kingdom impact, not a savior or identity.SEO keywords: Christian finances, biblical money wisdom, financial freedom, stewardship, abundance vs prosperity gospel[00:14:42 – 00:23:05]Pathway to Living Fully Alive (Salvation to Purpose)Jeff outlines the logical journey in the book:Relationship with God through repentance and grace in JesusBaptism as a public, obedient next stepProcessing past wounds, trauma, addictions, unforgivenessMoving from being freed from sin to letting sin and slavery be removed from usIllustration: scar vs. wound – many keep re‑opening emotional wounds instead of letting Jesus heal them.Importance of Scripture:Where to start in the BibleWhy Leviticus often kills Bible reading plansWhy we can trust the Bible logically and historicallyBeing fathered by God:Healing from father woundsLuke 3: “This is my Son, whom I love; with him I am well pleased” as identity, affection, affirmation.SEO keywords: inner healing, Christian counseling, Bible reading plan, father wound, identity in Christ, spiritual formation[00:23:05 – 00:30:07]Excellence, Work, and Calling in Everyday VocationMatt describes his integrated coaching (mind, body, soul) and how bad past experiences can still shape us.Jeff on calling:Everyone is called to ministry, but not everyone to vocational ministry.We need more teachers, lawyers, sanitation workers, coaches who live fully alive for God in secular spaces.Colossians theme: “Whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God.”Christians should be known for excellence and hard work, not mediocrity.Jeff distinguishes excellence vs. excess, and critiques “good enough for God” attitudes.SEO keywords: Christian vocation, calling vs career, excellence for God, Christian work ethic, faith and work[00:30:07 – 00:36:22]Mediocrity, Distraction, and Spiritual NeglectWhy some Christians settle for mediocrity: laziness, warped theology, distraction.Time spent binging Netflix vs. time in prayer and Scripture.Matt mentions a free decision‑making resourceat MatthewWireman.com to help with calling and big life choices.SEO keywords: spiritual laziness, Christian discipline, decision making God's will, Christian productivity[00:36:22 – 00:43:28]Big Problems in the Church: Insider Focus & Missionary MindsetJeff's critique of insider‑focused churches:Pastoral mindset: “These are my people, I must care for them.”Missionary mindset: “This is my city, I must reach it.”Church planting forced him into a missionary mentality: learn the culture, build relationships, seek out the unchurched.Concern: churches that only see kids come to faith but few adults may not truly be reaching their community.Discipleship is not just making Christians “smarter,” but reaching those who don't yet know Jesus.SEO keywords: church growth, discipleship vs evangelism, missionary mindset, reaching the unchurched, local church strategy[00:43:28 – 00:52:44]Engaging Men & The Crisis of FatherlessnessJeff's second major concern: disengaged men in church.Cites stats (61% female, 39% male attendance, plus data on fatherlessness: prison, dropout, homelessness, suicide).Introduces “Brotherhood”:Six‑month mentoring program for menApplication, cost, homework, and high challengeFruit: men leading at home, serving at church, modeling worshipStory of the paralyzed man with four friends: the real miracle is a grown man having four real friends willing to carry him to Jesus.Brotherhood tagline: “Born for battle” (Prov. 17:17).SEO keywords: men's ministry, Christian manhood, fatherlessness, mentoring program, Brotherhood, discipling men[00:52:44 – 01:02:41]Personal Leadership: Goals, Habits, and “I Will” StatementsJeff: everyone is a leader at least of themselves.Difference between personal leadership and just holding a positional title.Practical areas to own with “I will…”:Spiritual: Bible reading, prayer, waking earlyPhysical: sleep, nutrition, exercise, CrossFit, runningFinancial: budget, debt payoff, long‑term planningRelational: small groups, serving teams, real friendshipsSacrificial/Generosity: living beyond selfJeff signs up for a half marathon, builds a training plan, and invites others.Quote: “Nothing changes if nothing changes.”SEO keywords: Christian leadership, self‑leadership, spiritual habits, goal setting, Christian health, half marathon training[01:02:41 – 01:08:28]Accountability, Feelings, and Doing the Hard ThingsAccountability defined as calling people up, not just calling them out.Group text threads and shared runs as natural structures for accountability and encouragement.Key line: “Feelings are a good indicator, but a terrible dictator.”Discipline as choosing long‑term vision over short‑term comfort.Importance of trust in accountability relationships – friends want for you what you said you want for yourself.SEO keywords: Christian accountability, discipline, habits, spiritual growth, Christian community[01:08:28 – End]How to Connect with Jeff & Closing PrayerWhere to find Jeff:Instagram: @jeffkapustaWebsite: JeffKapusta.com (email list, resources)Life Point Church: Wilmington, NCFully Alive Podcast & Fully Alive bookMatt offers a book giveaway for listeners who review the podcast and email a screenshot.Jeff closes in prayer:Gratitude for the conversationAsking God to help listeners live fully alive, honor their commitments, and walk in their calling.Matt gives his contact: matthew@matthewwireman.com for questions and feedback.SEO keywords: Jeff Kapusta, Fully Alive podcast, Life Point Church Wilmington, Christian coaching, Off the Wire with Matthew Wireman Thank you for listening! If you want to find out more about Matt and how you can get coached toward your better self, visit www.matthewwireman.com and check out his LinkedIn and Instagram accounts @matt.wireman.

New Schizo Just Dropped:We discover our new favorite schizo, Adam Wayne Bailey. A true genius Haitian Island Invasion: Two men in Texas are arrested for planning to take over a Haitian island with an army of homeless people. What is this distracting us from? Andy Dick and Corey's Twitter: Andy Dick is hanging with bums like he should and Corey's Twitter confirms that the divorce with Courtney has now been settled. Corey is also out here fighting for his life on his social. THE BEAR!, FUCK YOU, WATCH THIS!, ELTON JOHN!, STEP INTO CHRISTMAS!, FELDMAS!, DRAGONBALL Z!, MEMES!, TICKLESACK!, TOTS TURNT!, DONATIONS!, NEW SCHIZO JUST DROPPED!, ADAM WAYNE BAILEY!, RAT NASTY BITCH!, CLOWN ASS DOUCHEBAGS!, REACHER!, BASH YOUR HEAD!, CHOICES!, DECISIONS!, PLOT OF LAND!, 2.5 ACRES!, WISCONSIN!, TALK SHIT!, DIPSHIT GRANDPARENTS!, R2D2!, FAKE WIFEY!, DIFFERENT CHARACTERS!, MAKE SENSE!, DAUGHTER!, STATE OF MIND!, MINNESOTA!, 2.5 ACRES!, HAITIAN ISLAND!, INVASION!, ENSLAVE!, CONSPIRACY!, TAKE OVER!, CRIME!, TWO GUYS!, COMEDIC!, INEPT!, DISTRACTION!, VIRAL STORY!, CLICKBAIT!, TIME WILL TELL!, ANDY DICK!, DRUNK!, HOLLYWOOD!, FAVORITE RAPPER!, OUTKAST!, MISSY ELLIOTT!, DOCUMENTARY!, STAGED!, DAILYMAIL!, RAG!, GROPE!, GRABBED BUTTS!, NO ANGELS HAVE SPOKEN OUT!, FIGHTING FOR HIS LIFE!  You can find the videos from this episode at our Discord RIGHT HERE!

Pastor Tamar speaks about distractions in our life that keep us from our calling and a relationship with Jeus.

Send us a textGUEST: GRANT CASTLEBERRY, pastor, The King's Chapel (Raleigh, NC)As we approach Christmas, a date that has been traditionally set aside to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, it's remarkable to observe just how little all the hubbub around the “holidays” reflects this historic reason for the season.Blow-up Santas adorn yards, endless ads in print and on television entice purchasing endless things, and background music in stores croon about snowflakes, Frosty, and jingle bells.The obvious truth is this: the god of this world has successfully distracted and deceived society from focusing on the Christ of Christmas.At the same time, national and world events draw our attention—heated debates over politicians and policies, the cost of living, taxation, normalization of sexual sin, abortion, Islamic immigration, deportation of illegal immigrants, support of Israel, and the list goes on.While God designed us with the capacity to consider many different issues each day, one needs to be our priority, that “God has sent His only begotten Son into the world so that we might live through Him. In this is love, not that we loved God, but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the propitiation for our sins” (1 John 4:9-10).Grant Castleberry, pastor of The King's Chapel in Raleigh, NC, joins us this weekend on The Christian Worldview to help us avoid the distractions and keep Christ at the center of this Christmas season. A former captain in the US Marine Corps, Grant, along with his wife, GraceAnna, are the authors of Manger in Danger, an excellent, gospel-centered 25-day devotional for families with children.Grant will also explain how nations with Christian heritage, like England and the United States, have diverted from Christmas and the faith, become secularized and even welcomed Islamic immigration in the name of the false god of multiculturalism.-----------------PROGRAM NOTES:Manger in Danger for a donation of any amount.The King's Chapel in Raleigh, NCUnashamed Truth podcast

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Welcome to Unlocking the Siddhis — a sacred series exploring the mystical powers that arise through deep spiritual practice. The Siddhis, known as "supernatural" abilities in the yogic and Vedic traditions, are not tricks of the ego but sacred side effects of inner awakening. In this 6-part journey, we'll explore the classical Ashta Siddhis, psychic gifts, feminine mysticism, spiritual integrity, and the practical pathways to embodied power. If you're walking the path of yoga, devotion, or metaphysical awakening, this series will help you understand your gifts — not as fantasy, but as destiny. ✨ Come home to your inner mastery. ✨ Reclaim the magic you've always felt. ✨ Walk the line between mysticism and maturity. Subscribe & hit the bell

Music worship has become a vehicle to "market" God and create the false reality that through group "worship" we can conjure His presence. The operative part of the word "conjure" is CON. Our relationship with God is personal, intimate and present in everything we do. While worship can be a means to elevate our love, it is not a mechanism to manifest a relationship. These types of twisted truths open us up to the deceptions of the modern world... Ai that promises to make the perfect song, technology the promises to make a better world, technology and Ai that promise to solve humanities many problems. The root of our victory is in our willingness to submit to Him, live with Him and share this amazing journey with Him. Seek His face. Seek His voice.  #BardsFM_Morning #SeekHisVoice #BeStill Bards Nation Health Store: www.bardsnationhealth.com EnviroKlenz Air Purification, promo code BARDS to save 10%:www.enviroklenz.com EMPShield protect your vehicles and home. Promo code BARDS: Click here MYPillow promo code: BARDS >> Go to https://www.mypillow.com/bards and use the promo code BARDS or... Call 1-800-975-2939.  White Oak Pastures Grassfed Meats, Get $20 off any order $150 or more. Promo Code BARDS: www.whiteoakpastures.com/BARDS BardsFM CAP, Celebrating 50 Million Downloads: https://ambitiousfaith.net Morning Intro Music Provided by Brian Kahanek: www.briankahanek.com Windblown Media 20% Discount with promo code BARDS: windblownmedia.com Founders Bible 20% discount code: BARDS >>> TheFoundersBible.com Mission Darkness Faraday Bags and RF Shielding. Promo code BARDS: Click here EMF Solutions to keep your home safe: https://www.emfsol.com/?aff=bards Treadlite Broadforks...best garden tool EVER. Promo code BARDS: TreadliteBroadforks.com No Knot Today Natural Skin Products: NoKnotToday.com Health, Nutrition and Detox Consulting: HealthIsLocal.com Destination Real Food Book on Amazon: click here Images In Bloom Soaps and Things: ImagesInBloom.com Angeline Design: AngelineDesign.com DONATE: Click here Mailing Address: Xpedition Cafe, LLC Attn. Scott Kesterson 591 E Central Ave, #740 Sutherlin, OR  97479

Mark 13:32-37 (NKJV)Andrew, Isack, and Edwin discuss the final bit of advice we need to hear from Jesus's speech. Be vigilant. Stay awake. Be aware. Be prepared. Don't wait to get ready.Read the written devo that goes along with this episode by clicking here.    Let us know what you are learning or any questions you have. Email us at TextTalk@ChristiansMeetHere.org.    Join the Facebook community and join the conversation by clicking here. We'd love to meet you. Be a guest among the Christians who meet on Livingston Avenue. Click here to find out more. Michael Eldridge sang all four parts of our theme song. Find more from him by clicking here.   Thanks for talking about the text with us today.________________________________________________If the hyperlinks do not work, copy the following addresses and paste them into the URL bar of your web browser: Daily Written Devo: https://readthebiblemakedisciples.wordpress.com/?p=23611The Christians Who Meet on Livingston Avenue: http://www.christiansmeethere.org/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TalkAboutTheTextFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/texttalkMichael Eldridge: https://acapeldridge.com/ 

Drew and Roth are joined by Peter Brannen, author of The Story of CO2 Is the Story of Everything: How Carbon Dioxide Made Our World to talk about CO2's role in our lives, past and present. Should CO2's image be rehabbed? Then, they talk about the NBA–with the OKC Thunder at 21-1, how screwed is the rest of the league? Finally, they open up the funbag to answer real questions from listeners, like are string cheese and mozzarella sticks the same?Do you want to hear your question answered on the pod? Well, give us a call at 909-726-3720. That is 909-PANERA-0!Stuff We Talked AboutDeep sea alkaline hydrothermal ventsEarth's previous science fiction worldsThe Monster energy drink geological layerThe Celtics Abu Dhabi connectionJust passin' through guysBest celebrity + sandwich experienceSponsors- Mint Mobile, where you can get 50% off all Unlimited plans- Raycon, where you can get 20% offCredits- Hosts: Drew Magary & David Roth- Producer: Brandon Grugle- Editor: Mischa Stanton- Production Services & Ads: Multitude Podcasts- Subscribe to Defector!About The ShowThe Distraction is Defector's flagship podcast about sports (and movies, and art, and sandwiches, and certain coastal states) from longtime writers Drew Magary and David Roth. Every week, Drew and Roth tackle subjects, both serious and impossibly stupid, with a parade of guests from around the world of sports and media joining in the fun! Roth and Drew also field Funbag questions from Defector readers, answer listener voicemails, and get upset about the number of people who use speakerphone while in a public bathroom stall. This is a show where everything matters, because everyone could use a Distraction. Head to defector.com for more info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

C&R dive into Chris Paul being sent home by the Clippers! Done dirty or was he a distraction? They talk Ozzy's Bday, take calls & explain why college is harder than NFL to coach now.. Plus, Rudy Gobert started Covid & Dicky Columbus made another discovery!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 94 WIP Morning Show is discussing Kevin Patullo's admirable response to the developments that have transpired over the last week in regards to his home and family. Patullo is solely focused on improving the offense and winning the big game on Monday night against the Chargers.

“Our longings are much more powerful than our logic, and our desires are stronger than our reason.” (Graham Tomlin on the thought of Blaise Pascal)The Rt. Rev. Dr. Graham Tomlin (St. Mellitus College, the Centre for Cultural Witness) joins Evan Rosa for a sweeping exploration of Blaise Pascal—the 17th-century mathematician, scientist, philosopher, and theologian whose insights into human nature remain strikingly relevant. Tomlin traces Pascal's life of brilliance and illness, his tension between scientific acclaim and radical devotion, and his deep engagement with Descartes, Montaigne, and Augustine. The conversation moves through Pascal's analysis of self-deception, his critique of rationalism and skepticism, the transformative Night of Fire, his compassion for the poor, and the wager's misunderstood meaning. Tomlin presents Pascal as a thinker who speaks directly to our distracted age, revealing a humanity marked by greatness, misery, and a desperate longing only grace can satisfy.Episode Highlights“Our longings are much more powerful than our logic, and our desires are stronger than our reason.”“The greatness and the refuse of the universe—that's what we are. We're the greatest thing and also the worst thing.”“If everybody knew what everybody else said about them, there would not be four friends left in the world.”“Only grace can begin to turn that self-oriented nature around and implant in us a desire for God.”“The reason you cannot believe is not because of your reason; it's because of your passions.”Show NotesGraham Tomlin introduces the Night of Fire and Pascal's meditation on “the greatness of the human soul”Evan Rosa frames Pascal as a figure of mystery, mechanics, faith, and modern technological influence.Tomlin contrasts Pascal with Descartes and Montaigne—rationalism vs. skepticism—locating Pascal between their poles.Pascal's awareness of distraction, competition, and “all men naturally hate each other” surfaces early as a key anthropological insight.Evan notes Nietzsche's striking admiration: “his blood runs through my veins.”Tomlin elaborates on Pascal's lifelong tension between scientific achievement and spiritual devotion.The story of the servant discovering the hidden Night of Fire parchment in Pascal's coat lining is recounted.Tomlin reads the core text: “Joy, joy, joy, tears of joy… Let me never be separated from him.”Pascal's distinction: “God of Abraham, God of Isaac, God of Jacob, not of the philosophers.”Discussion of Jansenism, Augustinian anthropology, and the gravity of human fallenness.Tomlin sets the philosophical context: Pascal as a counter to both rationalist optimism and skeptical relativism.Pascal's core tension—grandeur and misery—is presented as the interpretive key to human nature.Quote emerges: “the greatness and the refuse of the universe—that's what we are.”Tomlin describes Pascal's political skepticism and the idea that politics offers only “rules for a madhouse.”Pascal's diagnosis of self-deception: “If everybody knew what everybody else said about them, there would not be four friends left in the world.”Evan raises questions about social hope; Tomlin answers with Pascal's belief that only grace can break self-love.They explore Pascal's critique of distraction and the famous line: “the sole cause of man's unhappiness is that he does not know how to stay quietly in his room.”Tomlin ties this to contemporary digital distraction—“weapons of mass distraction”.The conversation turns to the wager, reframed not as coercion but exposure: unbelief is driven by passions more than reasons.Closing reflections highlight the apologetic project of the Pensées, Pascal's brilliance, and his ongoing relevance.Helpful Links and ReferencesSpecial thanks to the Center for Christian Witness and Seen and Unseen https://www.seenandunseen.com/Blaise Pascal: The Man Who Made the Modern World, by Graham Tomlin https://www.hachette.co.uk/titles/graham-tomlin/blaise-pascal/9781399807661/Pensées, by Blaise Pascal https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18269Provincial Letters, by Blaise Pascal https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2407Why Being Yourself Is a Bad Idea, by Graham Tomlinhttps://www.amazon.com/Why-Being-Yourself-Bad-Idea/dp/0281087097Montaigne's Essays https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3600Descartes' Meditations on First Philosophy https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23306Augustine's Confessions https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3296About Graham TomlinGraham Tomlin is a British theologian, writer, and church leader. He is the former Bishop of Kensington (2015-2022) in the Church of England and now serves as Director of the Centre for Cultural Witness and President of St Mellitus College in London. He is widely known for connecting theology with cultural life and public imagination. Tomlin is the author of several books, including Looking Through the Cross, The Widening Circle, and Why Being Yourself Is a Bad Idea: And Other Countercultural Notions. His latest book is an intellectual and spiritual biography, Blaise Pascal: The Man Who Made the Modern World.Production NotesThis episode was made possible in part by the generous support of the Tyndale House FoundationThis podcast featured Graham TomlinProduction Assistance by Emily Brookfield and Alexa RollowEdited and Produced by Evan RosaHosted by Evan RosaA production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/aboutSupport For the Life of the World by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give

JB White shows up fully caffeinated and fully distracted as National Signing Day and a heartbreaking Gator loss collide, sending him into a whirlwind of sports frustration, coaching rumors, and Razor-sharp fan commentary. Once he regains focus, he dives into a rapid-fire exploration of global and domestic turmoil, from Marco Rubio's foreign-policy praise to Haiti's collapse under cartel control, the Caribbean drug-smuggling war, Europe's dependence games, and nonstop propaganda battles involving Russia, Ukraine, and sleeper cells inside the U.S. JB riffs on culture, geopolitics, immigration, corruption, and the accelerating Trump-led realignment, all while battling tech glitches, chat chaos, and an overwhelming desire to talk nothing but Gator hoops. Unfiltered, fiery, and sharply observant, this episode is pure RattlerGator energy.

On this episode of The Common Good, Brian From reflects on Giving Tuesday, the meaning of generosity, and why our response to God’s grace shapes how we give. He then tackles a growing debate in Christian circles—whether sending kids to public school is sinful—and offers a pastoral perspective rooted in freedom, wisdom, and family discernment. Finally, Brian explores how digital distraction is reshaping everything from Netflix scripts to our spiritual lives, and why Advent invites us back to focus, hope, and the presence of Christ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig has a new distraction, but it's probably not what you think it is. There's blood in the water in Detroit, but is it really time for Dan Campbell to be fired? Uh oh Shedeur - DeShaun Watson is back, and that creates major problems for some Browns fans. And Craig reveals the best masseuse in Vegas! All that, and more, on today's episode of The Craig Carton Show!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join me LIVE for a powerful 5-Day Virtual Event designed to help you step into the best version of you. The life you want is actually so much closer than you realize.In just 5 days, you'll map out a vision so clear you can feel it, then walk away with the plan in hand to actually make it happen.You've spent years showing up for everyone else—at work, at home, and in every corner of your life.But somewhere in the middle of all that doing, you forgot who you are, or what you want. You forgot what makes you come alive.It's time to come back home to yourself—to remember your dreams, your spark, and your strength.​And that's exactly what these five days are for.Join me to Ignite Your Best Year Yet HERE.----------We plan vacations with more thought and intention than we plan our lives—and then wonder why we feel stuck, burnt out, or unfulfilled. In this powerful episode, Ruth Soukup challenges you to finally ask the question most of us avoid: What do I actually want?If you've been drifting, chasing "shoulds," or setting goals that never seem to stick, this episode will help you understand why—and how to change it. It's not about hustle. It's about clarity. And clarity changes everything.What You'll Learn:Why most people's goals fail before they ever startHow cultural conditioning disconnects women from their desiresWhat distractions are costing you (and how to reclaim your focus)The #1 question that changed everything for RuthA step-by-step process to finally gain clarity about your futureHow to stop drifting and start designing a life that lights you upKey Quotes:“We plan vacations in more detail than we plan our lives.”“Obligation will never carry you through the hard parts.”“You can't build a life you love if you don't know what that life looks like.”“Distraction is the easiest way to avoid asking the hard questions.”“Clarity doesn't come from thinking harder—it comes from getting honest.”Resources Mentioned: Join me to Ignite Your Best Year Yet HERE.Find Us: Website: ruthsoukup.comInstagram: @ruthsoukup

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