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David Rothkopf returns to the podcast to deliver a chilling behind-the-scenes account of a war spiraling far beyond public spin, revealing that while officials defend the Iran conflict on TV, insiders across Washington are privately terrified by how badly it's unfolding. Drawing on deep sources inside the military, intelligence, and diplomatic worlds, Rothkopf exposes a stunning lack of strategy, mounting fears of global economic shock, and a rapidly escalating conflict that experts warned would happen—and now can't control. From skyrocketing energy prices and the risk of a wider regional war to the unnerving reality that key decisions are being driven by instinct rather than planning, Rothkopf details of a crisis that is not only failing abroad but threatening to destabilize alliances, markets, and America's standing in the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nepal has just held a historic election — one that has toppled the old political guard and swept a new generation of leaders into power, many backed by Gen Z voters.The elections were called after young people took to the streets to protest against corruption and a political class which was slow to change.But the protest of 8 September 2025 got out of hand and the police struggled to maintain order. It resulted in the death of 19 young protesters. The following day, more protests led to the fall of the government.Drawing on more than 4000 videos filmed on the streets, testimony from police and protesters and an exclusive leaked record of police radio, Subina Shrestha reveals how Nepali authorities lost control of this protest. And ask - did Nepal's police, army and politicians fail a generation desperate for change?This was an investigation for BBC Eye and Assignment.This episode of The Documentary comes to you from Assignment, investigations and journeys into the heart of global events.

Former Texas legislator and businessman Ron Simmons joins "Relatable" to give an update on the Iran war, rising gas and oil prices, and the political fight over the SAVE America Act and DHS funding in Washington. Then he turns to something more personal and timeless: how real leadership works in business, public service, ministry, and the home. Drawing from his own career, Simmons walks through the five levels of leadership, explains the difference between workhorses and show horses in politics, and shares practical wisdom for young patriots, parents of special‑needs children, and believers navigating today's culture. He concludes the show by answering some listener questions that cover church security, lawsuits, and cultivating a strong spiritual life. Learn more about Ron Simmons and contact him here: ⁠⁠⁠https://ronsimmons.com⁠⁠⁠ Share the Arrows 2026 is on October 10 in Dallas, Texas! Tickets are on sale now at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sharethearrows.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Buy Allie's book “Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion”: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.toxicempathy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — Timecodes: (00:00) Intro (00:50) Iran War Update (05:20) SAVE America Act (11:20) Department of Homeland Security (12:40) Leadership Advice (16:15) Leadership in Business (27:00) Leadership in Public Service & Ministry (47:45) Q&A — Related Episodes: Ep 1314 | 3 Reasons Trump's Strikes Were Justified | Ron Simmons ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000753771982⁠⁠ Ep 1307 | This Is What AOC Means When She Says ‘Worker Focused Trade' | Ron Simmons ⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000750786201⁠⁠⁠ Ep 1300 | Was the Government Shutdown a Win or Loss for Trump? | Ron Simmons ⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000748662175⁠⁠⁠ — Buy Allie's book "You're Not Enough (and That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.alliebethstuckey.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Relatable merchandise: Use promo code ALLIE10 for a discount: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! PART TWOCan demonic entities cause death, or are tragic endings rooted in something else entirely? How far can their influence reach—into the minds of adults, into the lives of children, into the unseen corners of our world?Renowned demonologist Peter James Dowling joins The Grave Talks for a sobering and thought-provoking conversation about the reality of demonic influence. Drawing from years of research and firsthand encounters, Dowling discusses the motives attributed to dark entities, the subtle and overt ways they may infiltrate human lives, and the psychological and spiritual battleground where these conflicts unfold.From oppression and attachment to the question of possession, this discussion examines what demons are believed to want, how they are said to operate, and—most importantly—what individuals can do to protect themselves. It's a candid exploration of one of the most feared aspects of the paranormal and the practical defenses many believe can guard against it.#TheGraveTalks #Demonology #DarkEntities #ParanormalPodcast #DemonicInfluence #SpiritualWarfare #Possession #Paranormal #SupernaturalTruth #Attachment #ParanormalDefensesLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

In this thoughtful and deeply encouraging conversation, Ginny Yurich sits down with author Jenna Lee Dillon to talk about what it really looks like to travel well with kids without numbing them out along the way. Drawing from her book Look Up: A Wild and Screen-Freed Roadmap to Enjoying Travel with Kids, Jenna shares why the journey matters just as much as the destination, how boredom and discomfort can become gifts instead of problems, and why children do not need constant entertainment to thrive. This episode is a fresh reminder that family travel can be slower, richer, more connected, and far more memorable when we choose presence over convenience and model a life our children will actually want to grow into. Learn more at Screen Freed Revolution Get your copy of Look Up here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dr. Meg Meeker talks with Jessica Robertson about the family values behind Duck Dynasty, the role of faith in shaping their home, and the challenge of raising grounded children in a culture obsessed with fame, screens, and constant noise. Jessica shares how her family protected their marriages, children, and routines during the height of public attention, and why authenticity, forgiveness, and prayer resonated so deeply with viewers.They also dive into adoption, identity, and Jessica's heart behind her children's book Dear Valor. Drawing from her experience raising Gus, her Black son adopted into their white family, Jessica explains why honest conversations about identity matter, how adoption reflects biblical truth, and why intentional parenting is essential in every season. This conversation is filled with wisdom on faith, family values, adoption identity, homeschooling, and raising grounded kids with confidence and love.Episode Highlights:Why Duck Dynasty connected with so many familiesJessica explains how the show's emphasis on prayer, faith, forgiveness, and family made people feel seen and encouraged. How the Robertsons protected their kids from fameShe shares the boundaries they set around filming, routines, social media, and keeping family life as normal as possible.Adoption, identity, and honest family conversationsJessica opens up about raising Gus, talking about race and belonging, and why adoption should be discussed with truth, compassion, and intention.Parenting with presence in a distracted worldThe conversation explores schooling choices, technology boundaries, support systems, and why kids need parents who stay engaged.Encouragement for overwhelmed parentsJessica offers practical reassurance for moms and dads trying to build strong families without doing everything perfectly.About Jessica Robertson:Jessica Robertson believes children thrive when parents lead with consistency, faith, and presence. Whether navigating fame, adoption, technology, or school decisions, her message is clear: grounded kids are shaped by grounded families. Parents do not need celebrity platforms to build strong homes, but they do need intentionality, courage, and a willingness to protect what matters most.Buy her latest book, Dear Valor here.Disclaimer: This is an affiliate link through Amazon, which means we may earn a small commission—at no additional cost to you—if you choose to make a purchase. We only recommend resources we genuinely trust and believe in.SponsorsHungryroot – 40% off + free gift with code DRMEGBring calm to the chaos—get $30 off the Cozyla Calendar+ 2 at cozyla.com with code DRMEG and simplify your family's life today.Laundry Sauce – Make laundry day the best day of the week! Get 20% off your entire order at LaundrySauce.com with code DRMEGThrive Causemetics – Luxury beauty that gives back. Get 20% off your first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/DRMEG and support products that empower women while helping communities thrive.IXL – Help your child build confidence and master essential skills in math, reading, science, and more. Visit IXL.com/DRMEG to get an exclusive 20% off an IXL membership today.Get 25% off at boogiebuster.com plus an ADDITIONAL 20% OFF with code DRMEG — that's 45% OFF your Boogie Buster today!

We have reached the finale of our series, The Anchor of Now. After a week of landing, resting, grounding, protecting, nurturing, and surrendering, we arrive at the final emotional arc: Embody. Today is not about practicing a technique; it is about becoming the practice. We move from "doing" meditation to "being" meditative. Drawing on the neuroscience of neuroplasticity, we reflect on the week's journey and solidify our new foundation. In today's episode: Science: Neuroplasticity—how you have literally rewired your brain this week. Insight: The joy of Being. Reflection: A guided journey through your 7-day transformation. This is day 7 of a 7-day meditation series, "Overcoming Future Anxiety: The Power of Now," episodes 3479-3485. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE -  5-4-3-2-1 SENSORY CHALLENGE When your mind races toward the future, stop and name: 5 things you see 4 things you feel 3 things you hear 2 things you smell 1 thing you taste Goal: Find one "micro-beauty" daily—a tiny detail you usually miss while worrying. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY Day 1: VISUALIZATION: Breaking Your Worry Loop Day 2: AFFIRMATION: "I am safe in the stillness of right now." Day 3: 4-4-4-4 BOX BREATHING: Inhale 4. Hold 4. Exhale 4. Pause 4. Repeat 4 times. Day 4: APANA VAYU MUDRA "Life-Saver" mudra because of its profound ability to soothe the heart and calm a racing nervous system. Hold your index finger down so the tip touches the fleshy mound at the base of your thumb. Bring the tips of your middle finger and ring finger to touch the tip of your thumb. Extend your pinky straight out. Day 5: CHAKRA FOCUS: First chakra to feel grounded Day 6: WORRY RELEASE FLOW MEDITATION: combining the week's techniques Day 7: WEEKLY REVIEW MEDITATION: closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual! WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme. 2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

The New Kingdom of Granada: The Making and Unmaking of Spain's Atlantic Empire (Duke UP, 2025) tells the history of the making and unmaking of empire in the diverse and decentralized Indigenous landscapes of the Northern Andes. Santiago Muñoz-Arbeláez examines the intricate and disputed processes that reshaped the peoples and landscapes of present-day Colombia into a kingdom within the global Spanish monarchy. Drawing on correspondence, visitation reports, judicial records, maps, textiles, and accounting and legal documents created by Europeans and Indigenous peoples, Muñoz-Arbeláez outlines the painstaking century-long effort between 1530 and 1630 to consolidate the kingdom. A diverse group of people that included Indigenous interpreters, scribes, and intellectuals spearheaded these projects, which eventually expanded colonial control outward from its base in the highland Andean plateaus down to the lowland river valleys. Meanwhile, autonomous Indigenous political projects constantly threatened imperial rule, as rebels often encircled the kingdom and seized the corridors that linked it to Spain. By foregrounding the kingdom's difficult establishment and tenuous hold on power, Muñoz-Arbeláez challenges traditional understandings of imperial politics and the myriad ways Indigenous peoples participated in, disputed, and negotiated the establishment of colonial rule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Who gets to live a life with dignity? Each day, families around the world make the difficult decision to leave their homes in search of safety, stability, and opportunity. For many migrant families, this search centers on access to strong, caring, and equitable educational systems that enable children to flourish. Now We Are Here: Family Migration, Children's Education, and Dreams for a Better Life (Stanford UP, 2025) follows the lives of 16 migrant families from Brazil, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras as they navigate the promises and challenges of the American education system. Drawing on immersive ethnographic research in homes and schools from 2018 to 2021, Gabrielle Oliveira offers an intimate portrait of these families' experiences. She weaves together stories of parental sacrifice, children's educational and migration journeys, and educators' responses to trauma—all shaped by the additional disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic. Oliveira highlights the perseverance of families confronting the overlapping crises of border detention, family separation, and a public health emergency. These experiences forced them to reimagine education and what it means to build a future in the U.S. By examining how migrant children engage in classrooms, how teachers understand their needs, and how hope evolves, this book offers vital insights into the intersections of schooling and immigration. It calls for more responsive educational practices and policies that affirm the dignity and potential of all migrant children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/latin-american-studies

The New Kingdom of Granada: The Making and Unmaking of Spain's Atlantic Empire (Duke UP, 2025) tells the history of the making and unmaking of empire in the diverse and decentralized Indigenous landscapes of the Northern Andes. Santiago Muñoz-Arbeláez examines the intricate and disputed processes that reshaped the peoples and landscapes of present-day Colombia into a kingdom within the global Spanish monarchy. Drawing on correspondence, visitation reports, judicial records, maps, textiles, and accounting and legal documents created by Europeans and Indigenous peoples, Muñoz-Arbeláez outlines the painstaking century-long effort between 1530 and 1630 to consolidate the kingdom. A diverse group of people that included Indigenous interpreters, scribes, and intellectuals spearheaded these projects, which eventually expanded colonial control outward from its base in the highland Andean plateaus down to the lowland river valleys. Meanwhile, autonomous Indigenous political projects constantly threatened imperial rule, as rebels often encircled the kingdom and seized the corridors that linked it to Spain. By foregrounding the kingdom's difficult establishment and tenuous hold on power, Muñoz-Arbeláez challenges traditional understandings of imperial politics and the myriad ways Indigenous peoples participated in, disputed, and negotiated the establishment of colonial rule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/latin-american-studies

The New Kingdom of Granada: The Making and Unmaking of Spain's Atlantic Empire (Duke UP, 2025) tells the history of the making and unmaking of empire in the diverse and decentralized Indigenous landscapes of the Northern Andes. Santiago Muñoz-Arbeláez examines the intricate and disputed processes that reshaped the peoples and landscapes of present-day Colombia into a kingdom within the global Spanish monarchy. Drawing on correspondence, visitation reports, judicial records, maps, textiles, and accounting and legal documents created by Europeans and Indigenous peoples, Muñoz-Arbeláez outlines the painstaking century-long effort between 1530 and 1630 to consolidate the kingdom. A diverse group of people that included Indigenous interpreters, scribes, and intellectuals spearheaded these projects, which eventually expanded colonial control outward from its base in the highland Andean plateaus down to the lowland river valleys. Meanwhile, autonomous Indigenous political projects constantly threatened imperial rule, as rebels often encircled the kingdom and seized the corridors that linked it to Spain. By foregrounding the kingdom's difficult establishment and tenuous hold on power, Muñoz-Arbeláez challenges traditional understandings of imperial politics and the myriad ways Indigenous peoples participated in, disputed, and negotiated the establishment of colonial rule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/native-american-studies

What did slavery actually look like in the everyday lives of Jews in the medieval Middle East? In this episode, Rabbi Marc Katz sits down with historian Craig Perry to discuss his groundbreaking book Slavery and the Jews of Medieval Egypt: A History (Princeton UP, 2026). Drawing on the extraordinary archive of the Cairo Geniza, Perry reconstructs a hidden world of enslaved people, merchants, and households in medieval Egypt. These fragments—letters, contracts, and legal questions preserved for centuries in a synagogue—reveal how slavery shaped Jewish and Islamic society at the crossroads of the Mediterranean and Indian Ocean worlds. From global slave trading networks that stretched from Europe and Africa to India, to the intimate spaces of kitchens and courtyards, Perry uncovers how enslaved people lived, labored, resisted, and sometimes entered Jewish communities after gaining their freedom. The story even reframes familiar rituals: medieval Jewish children could look around the Passover table and see slavery embodied in the people serving the meal. Together, Perry and Katz explore how this overlooked history forces us to rethink medieval Jewish life, the social realities behind religious texts, and the complex entanglements of Jews with the broader Arab-Islamic world. About the Guest Craig Perry is Associate Professor in the Department of Middle Eastern and South Asian Studies at Emory University. A specialist in the social and economic history of the medieval Middle East, his research focuses on slavery, law, and everyday life in Jewish and Islamic societies. He also is the editor of The Cambridge World History of Slavery: Volume 2, AD 500 – AD 1420. About the Host Marc Katz is the Senior Rabbi of Temple Ner Tamid and the author of several books on Jewish thought and the Talmud, including Yochanan's Gamble: Judaism's Pragmatic Approach to Life. Through his writing, teaching, and podcast conversations with scholars and public thinkers, Katz brings cutting-edge scholarship into dialogue with contemporary Jewish life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies

Who gets to live a life with dignity? Each day, families around the world make the difficult decision to leave their homes in search of safety, stability, and opportunity. For many migrant families, this search centers on access to strong, caring, and equitable educational systems that enable children to flourish. Now We Are Here: Family Migration, Children's Education, and Dreams for a Better Life (Stanford UP, 2025) follows the lives of 16 migrant families from Brazil, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras as they navigate the promises and challenges of the American education system. Drawing on immersive ethnographic research in homes and schools from 2018 to 2021, Gabrielle Oliveira offers an intimate portrait of these families' experiences. She weaves together stories of parental sacrifice, children's educational and migration journeys, and educators' responses to trauma—all shaped by the additional disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic. Oliveira highlights the perseverance of families confronting the overlapping crises of border detention, family separation, and a public health emergency. These experiences forced them to reimagine education and what it means to build a future in the U.S. By examining how migrant children engage in classrooms, how teachers understand their needs, and how hope evolves, this book offers vital insights into the intersections of schooling and immigration. It calls for more responsive educational practices and policies that affirm the dignity and potential of all migrant children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

In Twenty-Two Cents an Hour: Disability Rights and the Fight to End Subminimum Wages (Cornell UP, 2022), Doug Crandell uncovers the harsh reality of people with disabilities in the United States who are forced to work in unethical conditions for subminimum wages with little or no opportunity to advocate for themselves, while wealthy CEOs grow even wealthier as a direct result. As recently as 2016, the United States Congress enacted bipartisan legislation which continued to allow workers with disabilities to legally be paid far lower than the federal minimum wage. Drawing on ongoing federal Department of Justice lawsuits, the horrifying story of Henry's Turkey Farm in Iowa, and more, Crandell shows the history of the policies that have led to these unjust outcomes, examines who benefits from this legislation, and asks important questions about the rise of a disability industrial complex. Exposing this complex—which is rooted in profit, lobbying, and playing on the emotions of workers' parents and families, as well as the public—Crandell challenges readers to reexamine how we treat some of our most vulnerable fellow citizens. Twenty-Two Cents an Hour forces the reader to face the reality of this exploitation, and builds the framework needed for reform. Doug Crandell is Public Service Faculty at the Institute on Human Development and Disability at the University of Georgia. For more than thirty years he has worked in disability advocacy, specifically the intersection of employment, economic justice, and much-needed systems change. Doug Crandell is the author of several book and novels, inlcuding most recently "They're Calling You Home." My co-producer for this episode is Shea Tripp, a graduate student in the Department of Communication, Journalism and Public Relations at Oakland University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!Can demonic entities cause death, or are tragic endings rooted in something else entirely? How far can their influence reach—into the minds of adults, into the lives of children, into the unseen corners of our world?Renowned demonologist Peter James Dowling joins The Grave Talks for a sobering and thought-provoking conversation about the reality of demonic influence. Drawing from years of research and firsthand encounters, Dowling discusses the motives attributed to dark entities, the subtle and overt ways they may infiltrate human lives, and the psychological and spiritual battleground where these conflicts unfold.From oppression and attachment to the question of possession, this discussion examines what demons are believed to want, how they are said to operate, and—most importantly—what individuals can do to protect themselves. It's a candid exploration of one of the most feared aspects of the paranormal and the practical defenses many believe can guard against it.#TheGraveTalks #Demonology #DarkEntities #ParanormalPodcast #DemonicInfluence #SpiritualWarfare #Possession #Paranormal #SupernaturalTruth #Attachment #ParanormalDefensesLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

PREVIEW FOR LATER Henry Sokolskiexamines the potential US Marine deployment to Kharg Island. Drawing parallels to Vietnam, he questions the lack of a clear theory of victory or defined goals for this strategic mission. GUESTP: Henry Sokolski (3)1939 OKLAHOMA

Learning to have deeper friendships, better conversations, stronger families is actually a skill we can learn. In this conversation, Ginny Yurich sits down with bestselling author Charles Duhigg to unpack the science behind connection, from the surprising way our brains sync during meaningful conversations to the simple habit that instantly makes people feel seen: asking better questions. Drawing from his book Supercommunicators, Duhigg explains why most conversations fail, how to recognize the three types of conversations we're always having, and why a 45-second moment of preparation can transform everything—from your marriage to your parenting to the way your kids relate to others. This episode is practical, hopeful, and life-changing because the people we love most don't need us to be perfect communicators, just more intentional ones. Links: Learn more about Charles and all he has to offer here Get your copy of Supercommunicators here Get your copy of The Power of Habit here Get your copy of Smarter, Faster, Better here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kim answers one of the most common concerns women have when starting strength training: will lifting weights make me bulky? She breaks down the difference between muscle size and strength, explaining how you can become incredibly strong without developing large, bulky muscles. Drawing from her own experience, Kim shares how her muscles are now smaller but just as strong — and how training with dumbbells builds powerful, functional strength through stabilizing muscles and full-body engagement. Inside this episode: • The real difference between strength and muscle size • Why you don't need big muscles to be strong • How functional strength is built through dumbbell training • Why smaller, denser muscles can be more powerful • The difference between bodybuilding and strength training goals • How to train for strength, longevity, and confidence This episode is perfect for women who want to feel strong, capable, and confident — without the fear of getting “too muscular.” ✨ Follow Kim Constable online for more real talk and daily motivation:

The rich-voiced and expressive Hungarian mezzo-soprano Júlia Hamari celebrated her 83rd birthday last November, and in honor of that event, I produced an episode which originally appeared only on Patreon, but which I bring to you today as a belated birthday tribute. I've put together a program that serves mostly as a tribute to her as a song recitalist (with a nod as well to her matchless accomplishment as a Bach singer). Drawing on both studio and live recordings made over the course of nearly 30 years, I feature Hamari singing the songs of Brahms, Beethoven, Haydn, Debussy, Mahler, Schubert, and Wolf, as well as the original songs and folk song arrangements of her compatriots Zoltán Kodály and Béla Bartók. Hamari's rock-solid technique, maple-colored voice, and musical acuity reveal her as a true and humble servant of music. Countermelody is the podcast devoted to the glory and the power of the human voice raised in song. Singer and vocal aficionado Daniel Gundlach explores great singers of the past and present focusing in particular on those who are less well-remembered today than they should be. Daniel's lifetime in music as a professional countertenor, pianist, vocal coach, voice teacher, and author yields an exciting array of anecdotes, impressions, and “inside stories.” At Countermelody's core is the celebration of great singers of all stripes, their instruments, and the connection they make to the words they sing. By clicking on the following link (https://linktr.ee/CountermelodyPodcast) you can find the dedicated Countermelody website which contains additional content including artist photos and episode setlists. The link will also take you to Countermelody's Patreon page, where you can pledge your monthly or yearly support at whatever level you can afford.

Why did Operation Barbarossa fail? For more than eight decades, historians have offered one dominant answer: Nazi Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union was doomed from the outset. Vast distances, brutal weather, weak logistics and the overwhelming industrial power of the Red Army ensured that the Wehrmacht never had a realistic chance of success. But what if this familiar verdict is too comfortable — and too simplistic? In Why Barbarossa Failed: Germany and Russia in the Second World War (Helion and Company, 2026), Timothy Manion offers a bold, deeply researched re-examination of the most consequential campaign of the Second World War. Going far beyond the well-worn clichés of “General Winter” and German hubris, Manion places the story in a much longer arc: the evolution of military thought from the age of Napoleon through the catastrophe of 1914–18 and into the highly mechanised, manoeuvre-driven doctrines championed by both Germany and the Soviet Union in the interwar period. Drawing upon a vast range of previously overlooked archival records, Manion demonstrates that both armies entered the war expecting a rapid, decisive campaign — a return to war between generals, not economies. Early German successes seemed to prove them right. But as Manion reveals, the Wehrmacht's apparent mastery of mobile warfare concealed profound flaws in decision-making, command structure and operational logic. Meanwhile, the Red Army —though battered — adapted faster and more its opponent understood. The result is a compelling challenge to the established consensus. Manion argues that Barbarossa did not collapse under the weight of numbers alone: German generalship and operational misjudgement played a far larger part than most accounts allow, while Soviet resilience and strategic learning proved decisive long before Stalingrad. Rich with analytical clarity, packed with detailed campaign studies, and supported by an extensive set of newly published archival maps and figures, Why Barbarossa Failed is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand not only how the 1941 campaign unfolded — but why its outcome shaped the entire course of the war. This is the story of two armies, two visions of modern warfare — and the decision points that sealed the fate of the Eastern Front.Timothy Manion earned dual degrees in mathematics and economics from Boston University. After graduating from Harvard Law School, Manion represented global financial institutions on Wall Street as outside counsel. Not satisfied with traditional explanations for the failure of the German invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941, Manion has undertaken an extensive investigation of the German and Soviet archives. The results of his study overturn the historical consensus on the campaign and are published here for the first time.Stephen Satkiewicz is an independent scholar with research areas spanning Civilizational Sciences, Social Complexity, Big History, Historical Sociology, Military History, War Studies, International Relations, Geopolitics, and Russian and East European history. He is currently the Book Review Editor for Comparative Civilizations Review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Why did Operation Barbarossa fail? For more than eight decades, historians have offered one dominant answer: Nazi Germany's invasion of the Soviet Union was doomed from the outset. Vast distances, brutal weather, weak logistics and the overwhelming industrial power of the Red Army ensured that the Wehrmacht never had a realistic chance of success. But what if this familiar verdict is too comfortable — and too simplistic? In Why Barbarossa Failed: Germany and Russia in the Second World War (Helion and Company, 2026), Timothy Manion offers a bold, deeply researched re-examination of the most consequential campaign of the Second World War. Going far beyond the well-worn clichés of “General Winter” and German hubris, Manion places the story in a much longer arc: the evolution of military thought from the age of Napoleon through the catastrophe of 1914–18 and into the highly mechanised, manoeuvre-driven doctrines championed by both Germany and the Soviet Union in the interwar period. Drawing upon a vast range of previously overlooked archival records, Manion demonstrates that both armies entered the war expecting a rapid, decisive campaign — a return to war between generals, not economies. Early German successes seemed to prove them right. But as Manion reveals, the Wehrmacht's apparent mastery of mobile warfare concealed profound flaws in decision-making, command structure and operational logic. Meanwhile, the Red Army —though battered — adapted faster and more its opponent understood. The result is a compelling challenge to the established consensus. Manion argues that Barbarossa did not collapse under the weight of numbers alone: German generalship and operational misjudgement played a far larger part than most accounts allow, while Soviet resilience and strategic learning proved decisive long before Stalingrad. Rich with analytical clarity, packed with detailed campaign studies, and supported by an extensive set of newly published archival maps and figures, Why Barbarossa Failed is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand not only how the 1941 campaign unfolded — but why its outcome shaped the entire course of the war. This is the story of two armies, two visions of modern warfare — and the decision points that sealed the fate of the Eastern Front.Timothy Manion earned dual degrees in mathematics and economics from Boston University. After graduating from Harvard Law School, Manion represented global financial institutions on Wall Street as outside counsel. Not satisfied with traditional explanations for the failure of the German invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941, Manion has undertaken an extensive investigation of the German and Soviet archives. The results of his study overturn the historical consensus on the campaign and are published here for the first time.Stephen Satkiewicz is an independent scholar with research areas spanning Civilizational Sciences, Social Complexity, Big History, Historical Sociology, Military History, War Studies, International Relations, Geopolitics, and Russian and East European history. He is currently the Book Review Editor for Comparative Civilizations Review. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/military-history

We spend most of our lives living in the mind, bouncing between stories and regret about the past, and worry about the future. The mind can understand everything and still not be free. This is why endless searching and processing doesn't actually change anything. Because true integration happens in the body.In this episode, I explore why the most intelligent, spiritually sophisticated seekers are often the most skilled at living entirely in their heads — and why that makes so much sense from a nervous system perspective. Drawing on my own experience of chronic illness, nervous system activation, and overcoming multiple layers of addiction, I trace the path from endless solving back to the one place the answers have always lived: the intelligence of the body itself. WORK WITH SINCLAIR⁠⁠https://sinclairfleetwood.com/work-with-me⁠⁠Resonance Retreats - ⁠⁠https://sinclairfleetwood.com/retreats⁠⁠The Medicine Path Masterclass - ⁠⁠⁠https://clients.sinclairfleetwood.com/products/courses/view/1189266⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on Substack: https://wearestandingontheedge.substack.com

Nathan and Cameron explore why modern culture is far less “disenchanted” than it claims, unpacking how ancient fears of the demonic and supernatural have simply migrated into digital spaces like podcasts, found footage films, and online media. Drawing on works like The Myth of Disenchantment and Strange Rites, they examine the evolution of the Gothic, the rise of subtle psychological horror, and the enduring human fear of losing control to unseen forces. Through examples like The Blair Witch Project and The Exorcist, the conversation moves beyond entertainment into theology—addressing spiritual warfare, the reality of evil, and the dangers of engaging the occult in a screen-saturated age. Aimed at Christian men seeking thoughtful, theologically grounded engagement with culture, this discussion challenges listeners to discern the spiritual implications behind modern media while pointing toward freedom, truth, and the authority of Christ.DONATE LINK: https://toltogether.com/donate BOOK A SPEAKER: https://toltogether.com/book-a-speakerJOIN TOL CONNECT: https://toltogether.com/tol-connect TOL Connect is an online forum where TOL listeners can continue the conversation begun on the podcast.

Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson, 30-year Army veteran, former Chief of Staff to Secretary Colin Powell, and Senior Fellow at the Eisenhower Media Network, discusses the deep structural rot he believes is consuming American democracy and its military empire. Drawing on his experience from Vietnam through the Iraq WMD debacle, Wilkerson argues that the United States has become a force as much for evil as for good, and that the current war against Iran represents the most reckless and dangerous expression of that trajectory yet. He traces the unravelling of legitimate statecraft from the post-Cold War squandering of peace dividends, through 9/11 and the institutionalisation of torture under George W. Bush, to what he describes as the Caligula-like presidency of Donald Trump—whom he regards as history's most brazen grifter and the architect of an illegal war of choice. Wilkerson raises urgent alarm about Pete Hegseth's injection of Christian Zionist ideology into the Pentagon's ranks, the militarisation of domestic law enforcement, the looming threat of cancelled midterm elections, and the very real spectre of a second American civil war. A searing, unflinching conversation with one of Washington's most candid and consequential insiders. Get full access to Savage Minds at savageminds.substack.com/subscribe

Thursday, March 12—Inaugurating a series of programs to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, authors and scholars Michael Gorra, Wendy S. Walters, and Brenda Wineapple discuss three classic short stories, each written within fifty years of the American Revolution, that imaginatively explore the meaning of that founding moment: Washington Irving's “Rip Van Winkle,” William Austin's “Peter Rugg, The Missing Man,” and Nathaniel Hawthorne's “My Kinsman, Major Molineux.” Drawing on the recently published two-volume anthology The American Short Story: The Nineteenth Century and Nathaniel Hawthorne: Tales and Sketches join us for an evening that will illuminate the surprising connections between the birth of our country and the dawning of our literature in ways that continue to resonate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Who gets to live a life with dignity? Each day, families around the world make the difficult decision to leave their homes in search of safety, stability, and opportunity. For many migrant families, this search centers on access to strong, caring, and equitable educational systems that enable children to flourish. Now We Are Here: Family Migration, Children's Education, and Dreams for a Better Life (Stanford UP, 2025) follows the lives of 16 migrant families from Brazil, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras as they navigate the promises and challenges of the American education system. Drawing on immersive ethnographic research in homes and schools from 2018 to 2021, Gabrielle Oliveira offers an intimate portrait of these families' experiences. She weaves together stories of parental sacrifice, children's educational and migration journeys, and educators' responses to trauma—all shaped by the additional disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic. Oliveira highlights the perseverance of families confronting the overlapping crises of border detention, family separation, and a public health emergency. These experiences forced them to reimagine education and what it means to build a future in the U.S. By examining how migrant children engage in classrooms, how teachers understand their needs, and how hope evolves, this book offers vital insights into the intersections of schooling and immigration. It calls for more responsive educational practices and policies that affirm the dignity and potential of all migrant children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/anthropology

Who gets to live a life with dignity? Each day, families around the world make the difficult decision to leave their homes in search of safety, stability, and opportunity. For many migrant families, this search centers on access to strong, caring, and equitable educational systems that enable children to flourish. Now We Are Here: Family Migration, Children's Education, and Dreams for a Better Life (Stanford UP, 2025) follows the lives of 16 migrant families from Brazil, El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras as they navigate the promises and challenges of the American education system. Drawing on immersive ethnographic research in homes and schools from 2018 to 2021, Gabrielle Oliveira offers an intimate portrait of these families' experiences. She weaves together stories of parental sacrifice, children's educational and migration journeys, and educators' responses to trauma—all shaped by the additional disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic. Oliveira highlights the perseverance of families confronting the overlapping crises of border detention, family separation, and a public health emergency. These experiences forced them to reimagine education and what it means to build a future in the U.S. By examining how migrant children engage in classrooms, how teachers understand their needs, and how hope evolves, this book offers vital insights into the intersections of schooling and immigration. It calls for more responsive educational practices and policies that affirm the dignity and potential of all migrant children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sociology

Thursday, March 12—Inaugurating a series of programs to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, authors and scholars Michael Gorra, Wendy S. Walters, and Brenda Wineapple discuss three classic short stories, each written within fifty years of the American Revolution, that imaginatively explore the meaning of that founding moment: Washington Irving's “Rip Van Winkle,” William Austin's “Peter Rugg, The Missing Man,” and Nathaniel Hawthorne's “My Kinsman, Major Molineux.” Drawing on the recently published two-volume anthology The American Short Story: The Nineteenth Century and Nathaniel Hawthorne: Tales and Sketches join us for an evening that will illuminate the surprising connections between the birth of our country and the dawning of our literature in ways that continue to resonate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

What if the greatest thing being stolen from you right now… isn't your money, your data, or your privacy, but your attention? In this powerful solo episode, Darin pulls back the curtain on the modern attention economy and how your time, focus, and creative energy are being quietly redirected—often without you even realizing it. From social media algorithms to behavioral psychology, this episode exposes how distraction has become the default and why reclaiming your attention is the first step toward reclaiming your life. Drawing from ancient wisdom, global travel experiences, and decades of personal experimentation, Darin introduces a new framework: Inner Peace Architecture, a practical, actionable system for taking back control of your mind, your habits, and your future. This is not about disconnecting from the world. It's about learning how to stay informed without becoming consumed. If you've ever felt scattered, reactive, or pulled away from your own purpose… this episode is your reset. What You'll Learn Why your attention is the most valuable asset in the modern world How the "attention economy" is designed to keep you distracted The shocking truth about how often people check their phones daily Why your ability to focus has declined, and how to rebuild it The concept of "cognitive downgrade" and what it's doing to your brain Ancient philosophies that emphasized protecting your inner world The difference between consuming life vs creating your life What Darin learned from the happiest cultures around the world How to stay informed without becoming emotionally overwhelmed The foundational principles of Inner Peace Architecture Chapters 00:00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife and the mission of building a better world 00:00:33 – Sponsor: the truth about NAD+ supplements and why quality matters 00:02:17 – Opening hook: the greatest heist is happening inside your mind 00:02:52 – Reclaiming your attention and becoming the architect of your life 00:03:14 – The core question: how do you stay informed without becoming a victim? 00:03:50 – Why the happiest people are not the most plugged in, but the most rooted 00:04:12 – The battlefield is your mind: understanding the attention economy 00:04:33 – You are not the customer, you are the product 00:04:45 – The shocking statistic: checking your phone 96 times per day 00:05:00 – The collapse of human attention span and what it means 00:05:08 – "Cognitive downgrade" and the loss of deep thinking 00:05:23 – Why reacting to content prevents you from creating your own life 00:05:42 – Ancient wisdom on protecting your inner world 00:05:50 – Marcus Aurelius and the concept of sovereign attention 00:06:14 – Stoicism, Buddhism, and global philosophies on inner mastery 00:06:34 – The quality of your life is determined by your inner world 00:06:41 – Lessons from global travel and the world's happiest cultures 00:07:00 – The common trait of deeply fulfilled people 00:07:21 – Living fully present vs consuming content passively 00:07:58 – The "discoverer state" and what it means to feel truly alive 00:08:08 – What becomes possible when you reclaim your time 00:08:21 – Sponsor: Shakeology and the importance of true nutrition quality 00:10:07 – Introducing "Inner Peace Architecture" 00:10:19 – Principle 1: Create a morning sovereign hour 00:10:44 – Building your reality before the world intrudes 00:11:14 – Curating your information diet like your food intake 00:11:31 – Protecting the gates of your mind 00:11:50 – Following what expands you and removing what drains you 00:12:00 – The power of analog activities in a digital world 00:12:21 – Rewiring your brain away from dopamine addiction 00:12:31 – Why real-world experiences create fulfillment 00:12:52 – Practicing informed detachment from global chaos 00:13:06 – Becoming a conscious observer instead of a reactive participant 00:13:16 – Designing your life before the algorithm does it for you 00:13:46 – You are the architect, not the audience 00:13:51 – The real source of meaningful creation and purpose 00:14:12 – Why discipline and intention matter more than ever today 00:14:42 – Creating a life instead of reacting to one 00:15:00 – The power of inner stillness and clarity 00:15:30 – Listening to your heart and aligning your actions 00:16:00 – Final message: say yes to your inner world 00:16:30 – Closing thoughts and call to reclaim your life     Thank You to Our Sponsors Tru Niagen – Boost NAD+ levels for cellular health and longevity. Get 20% off with code Darin20 at truniagen.com. Shakeology – Shakeology-All in One Nutrition: Get 15% off with code SUPERLIFE at Shakeology.com.     Join the SuperLife Patreon: This is where Darin now shares the deeper work: - weekly voice notes - ingredient trackers - wellness challenges - extended conversations - community accountability - sovereignty practices Join now for only $7.49/month at https://patreon.com/darinolien     Connect with Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness     Key Takeaway "Every minute you spend reacting to someone else's world is a minute you're not creating your own. The real shift happens when you reclaim your attention, protect your inner world, and begin designing your life from the inside out—because you are not here to be the audience… you are here to be the architect."     Bibliography/Sources Aurelius, M. (c. 170–180 AD). Meditations. A foundational text of Stoic philosophy emphasizing that the quality of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts and internal architecture. https://classics.mit.edu/Antoninus/meditations.html Buettner, D. (2008). The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who've Lived the Longest. Research into the Okinawan concept of Ikigai (purpose) and its direct impact on longevity and fulfillment. https://www.bluezones.com/explorations/okinawa-japan/ Karana, T. H. (Traditional). Balinese Philosophy of Well-being. A cultural framework centered on the three causes of prosperity: harmony with people, harmony with nature, and harmony with the divine. https://www.balispirit.com/community/blog/tri-hita-karana Microsoft Corporation. (2015). Attention Spans: Consumer Insights. A widely cited study exploring how the digital lifestyle and high-frequency media consumption have impacted the human attention span. https://doi.org/10.1037/e520032015-001 Newport, C. (2016). Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World. Academic and practical research on the necessity of cultivating "deep work" habits to reclaim cognitive sovereignty from the "attention economy." https://www.calnewport.com/books/deep-work/ Nylund, D. (2018). Sisu: The Finnish Art of Courage. Research into the Finnish concept of "Sisu"—a psychological strength and resilient mindset that allows individuals to persist through extreme adversity. https://www.helsinki.fi/en/news/health-news/sisu-within-all-us University of Derby / National Trust. (2020). The Benefits of Forest Bathing (Shinrin-yoku). A review of research showing that intentional time in nature significantly lowers cortisol levels and boosts immune function. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-019-44097-3

Motherhood & the Mystery of the Cross In this episode I'm on the Logos Podcast, Fr. Max and Fr. Joseph sit down with me for a conversation on motherhood, spiritual warfare, and the deeper meaning of sacrifice. Drawing from my own life as a wife and mother, I reflects on the hidden suffering that often accompanies motherhood and how it reveals something profound about the Christian life. What does it mean for a mother to live the words of Christ — "This is my body, given for you"? And how can women confront the lies that distort their identity and vocation? Together they explore the beauty of the feminine genius, the spiritual battle for identity in modern culture, and the redemptive meaning of suffering in light of the Cross. This episode is a reflection on motherhood, sacrifice, and the mystery of love that gives itself away.

Bhakti Yoga and Vedic wisdom uncover a profound insight: every human desire—even those that seem misguided—is ultimately a search for Krishna and the soul's lost connection with divine love. Beginning with a striking quote about misplaced longing, this episode explores how all pursuits—whether through relationships, success, or even darker paths—reflect a deeper hunger for meaning, connection, and fulfillment. Drawing from the Srimad Bhagavatam, Raghunath and Kaustubha explain how spiritual wisdom transforms desire rather than suppressing it, leading from confusion to clarity, from craving to devotion. The conversation also highlights the gopīs—the cowherd women of Vrindavan whose pure love for Krishna represents the pinnacle of consciousness and devotion—offering a window into the highest ideals of Bhakti Yoga and the true purpose of life. ******************************************************************** LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 *********************************************************************

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In this episode of the Revitalize & Replant podcast, Mark Clifton and Mark Hallock discuss how pastors and church leaders can faithfully lead through adversity, conflict, and discouragement in ministry. Drawing from years of church revitalization experience, they share six practical lessons for staying faithful when leadership becomes difficult. If you're navigating church conflict, leadership pressure, or discouraging seasons in ministry, this episode offers biblical encouragement and practical guidance for persevering in your calling. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why humility, forgiveness, and grace are essential when leading through conflict How pastors can guard their hearts from bitterness and discouragement Why it's critical to keep the gospel central during difficult seasons How to pursue restoration and reconciliation in church relationships What it looks like to trust God to build His church Why faithful leaders must resolve to stay and endure hardship

What if our loyalty is not to the healthcare system we were handed, it's to the future we can build? And how do we crack an industry highly resistant to change? In Halle Tecco's newest book, Massively Better Healthcare, Tecco offers an insider's guide to transforming healthcare through innovation. Drawing on her experience as an entrepreneur, investor, and educator, she distills 15+ years of lessons into a practical roadmap for building solutions that align profit with purpose, and a guide for leaders who want to leave the system better than they found it.rnrnHalle Tecco has dedicated her career to making healthcare massively better. She is the founder of Rock Health and has backed and advised dozens of healthcare companies. She teaches future healthcare leaders at Columbia Business School and Harvard Medical School, and serves on the boards of Collective Health and Cofertility. Tecco's work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Bloomberg. She was named as one of Goldman Sach's Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs and listed on Fast Company's Most Creative People in Business 2023.

Today on the Daily Nugget, Mike explores passages like 1 Samuel 16 and the Gospels that point to a connection between spiritual forces and mental or emotional distress. He reflects on the fall in Eden, explaining that death included not just the physical, but also spiritual, emotional, and mental brokenness, opening the door to both inner evil and external spiritual influence. While anxiety and depression do not come from God, He may allow them for His greater purposes. Drawing on insights from Beatte Carmichael, Mike reminds listeners that true freedom and healing are found in the authority of Christ over every part of our brokenness.

Giving is growing, but the gap between nonprofits is widening.Drawing on data from over 7,500 nonprofits in Blackbaud Institute's 2025 Trends in Giving report, alongside insights from their Risk Readiness research, Lori Poer and Kate Averett Anderson break down what's actually driving growth across the sector, and why some organizations are pulling ahead while others fall behind, and most importantly, what to do about it.

The sermon centers on the biblical definition of true greatness in ministry, challenging the audience to move beyond worldly measures such as crowd size, recognition, or personal comfort. Drawing from Luke 14:12–14, it emphasizes that genuine ministry is marked by selfless service—inviting the poor, the broken, and the marginalized rather than seeking reciprocal favor or praise from friends, family, or the wealthy. The preacher underscores that God honors motives rooted in obedience and love, not in the desire for human approval or reward, and warns against the dangers of self-righteousness or spiritual pride. True greatness, he affirms, is found in humility and service, exemplified by Christ's own example, and is ultimately rewarded not by earthly acclaim but by divine blessing in this life and eternal recompense at the resurrection. The call is to prioritize pleasing God above all, trusting that when the heart is aligned with His will, His blessing and purpose will be fulfilled.

Are you suffering from "Profititis"—that frustrating condition where revenue climbs but your bottom line refuses to follow? Every small business owner and entrepreneur has felt the pinch of a competitive market, wondering how national chains manage to thrive even in the most diverse and challenging towns. The secret isn't more complexity; it's clarity. Dr. Ben Hansen, widely known as the "Profit Doctor," is here to share the prescription. Drawing on years of hands-on experience, Ben reveals the simple, practical strategies that drive real business growth. Forget the theoretical fluff—Ben specializes in diagnosing and curing Profititis by focusing on the single most critical factor for long-term success: differentiation.Ben Hansen is a 5-time Inc. 5000 entrepreneur and founder of an 8-figure staffing firm. In his previous business, he built a team of over 100 employees in just 8 years and consistently achieved fast growth and high profit. Today, he helps CEOs solve their profit problems fast - he understands firsthand what it takes to build a lean, scalable business that actually makes money. He works with companies earning between $2 and $50 million in annual revenue to increase margins, cash and distributions. Most see meaningful improvements within just 12 weeks without adding more workload or pressure.Ben specializes in curing what he calls Profititis - when revenue keeps growing but profit doesn't. With hands-on experience, he offers simple, practical solutions that deliver real results, not more theory or complexity.Based in Austin, Texas, Ben enjoys outdoor adventures, football, live music, and spending time with his wife, Ginger, and their dog, Cash.CONTACT DETAILS:Business: Profit DoctorWebsite: https://profitdoctor.com/ Social Media:LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/benhansen/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/profitdoctorben/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitdoctorben Remember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing.Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can help you get more visibility on your products and services.

Dr. Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Amy Hart, principal of Stanley Elementary in Wichita, Kansas, to the Restorative Works! Podcast.  Drawing from more than 14 years in education, Amy shares how relationship-centered leadership improves school culture, even amid systemic change, limited resources, and community mistrust. Through a real-world story involving two fifth-grade students on the brink of a physical fight, Amy illustrates why conversations rooted in restorative practices create lasting change. Instead of relying on suspension as a solution, her school engaged families, centered accountability, and facilitated conversations that allowed the harm to be named and repaired. This story brings restorative justice in education to life and shows how trauma-informed leadership builds safety, trust, and resilience.  The episode also explores what it means to lead during disruption. As a "welcoming school" absorbing hundreds of new students without additional staff, Stanley Elementary faced fractured trust and growing pains. Amy explains how her team responded by returning to their mission, vision, and shared values—embedding restorative and trauma-informed approaches into every system, expectation, and relationship. From listening and learning circles to inclusive community events, the school rebuilt its foundation and strengthened its capacity to serve all students.  Amy is the principal of Stanley Elementary in Wichita, Kansas, where she has proudly served for the past four years. With 14 years of experience in education, Amy began her career as a middle school teacher, spending seven years teaching English language arts, math, and broadcast journalism. Her passion for leadership led her to become an assistant principal for three years before stepping into her current role. Amy is trained in trauma-informed practices and restorative practices approaches, ensuring that every student feels supported and valued. Guided by transformational leadership principles, she believes that all students and staff can achieve success when provided with the right resources and feel empowered to grow. Amy is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive school culture where learning thrives and relationships matter.  Tune in to learn how restorative practices frameworks help leaders shift power from control to collaboration, creating environments where students, staff, and families feel seen, valued, and accountable to one another.  

Description: In this episode of Coffee with Keys, 19Keys shares a powerful reflection on masculinity, resilience, discipline, and what it truly means to become a higher-level man.Drawing from personal stories, lessons from his father, and years of observing leadership and human behavior, he breaks down the mindset required for men to develop strength, purpose, emotional control, and vision in a world that often discourages masculinity.This brief explores the importance of embracing challenge, mastering your emotions, building mental discipline, protecting your identity in the digital age, and aligning your life with purpose rather than distraction.If you're looking to develop a stronger mind, clearer vision, and a higher standard for yourself as a man, this conversation is a call to evolve.Learn more about SuperMind and support your cognitive wellness: asupermind.comJoin Ziion for exclusive community, deeper frameworks, and high-level content: ziion.ioSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/19keys/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Welcome back to the Rhythms For Life podcast! In this episode, Gabe and Rebekah are joined by author, minister, and longtime friend, John Bevere. As global headlines grow increasingly complex, Gabe and Rebekah sit down with John to discuss how Christian couples can lead their homes with peace rather than fear. Drawing from his deep study of Scripture and the Awe of God, John helps navigate the biblical significance of current events in the Middle East and why the early church viewed prophecy as an invitation to gather and prepare. This conversation is an essential anchor for any couple looking to build a resilient family rhythm centered on God's sovereignty and an eternal perspective.In this episode, you'll hear: The Purpose of Prophecy: Why God uses prophetic scripture to keep His people alert and how the early church practiced prophecy meals to stay connected to His word. Navigating Global Uncertainty: A grounded look at the Middle East and how to process the news through a lens of faith rather than anxiety. Leading the Dinner Table: Practical wisdom for parents and couples on bringing spiritual conversations back to the center of the home. The Awe of God: Moving beyond a casual faith into a holy reverence that settles the soul and provides true direction. Living Unshaken: How to cultivate a legacy of faithfulness that stands strong regardless of the cultural climate. Whether you're feeling the weight of the world's uncertainty or looking for ways to strengthen your family's spiritual foundation, this episode offers the clarity and encouragement needed for the days ahead. John's latest book: The Awe of God Messenger International: https://messengerinternational.org/ Get The Fight for Us book and curriculum: The Fight For Us Join us November 19-20 for our Emotional Health Retreat in Franklin, TN. Register now and save $200 when you use the code EH200. https://www.rebekahlyons.com/ehretreat Take the THINQ Assessment: https://www.thinqassessment.scoreapp.com/ Create a free THINQ Account: Access more trusted content at thinqmedia.com

What does it really mean to defend the Christian faith? Pastor Nate Wright, Dr. Michael Thiessen, and Dr. Joe Boot challenge the popular notion that apologetics is about winning arguments or piling up evidence for God's existence. Drawing from 1 Peter 3:15, they make the case that faithful apologetics begins with Christ set apart as Lord — and flows outward as bold proclamation, not intellectual competition.The team explores how the collapse of a shared Christian worldview has transformed the apologetic landscape, why pragmatism has gutted the church's witness, and why true evangelism means confronting the idols of the age with humility, confidence, and total dependence on the Holy Spirit.

We are living in a moment where the language of self-care is everywhere. Protect your peace. Take a break. Treat yourself. But beneath the bubble baths and wellness rituals, something deeper is breaking down. People are absorbing quiet but powerful lies that they are useless, replaceable, or fundamentally unimportant. This week on Win Today, journalist and bestselling author Jennifer Breheny Wallace joins us to examine what she calls the modern crisis of "mattering." Drawing from extensive research and deeply human stories, Jennifer explains why the need to feel valued and to know that we add value is not optional—it is a core human need. When that need goes unmet, the consequences show up everywhere: fragile self-esteem, burnout, toxic achievement culture, and a constant search for validation that never quite satisfies. We explore why self-esteem alone cannot sustain a healthy identity, how success-driven cultures quietly erode a sense of worth, and why the hyper-visible world of social media often produces the opposite of real connection. Jennifer also introduces the concept of a "mattering core"—the conditions that help people know they are valued and capable of contributing value to others. When those elements are present, resilience grows. When they disappear, people begin to doubt their place in the world. If you've ever felt the pressure to prove your worth, if success has started to feel strangely empty, or if you've wondered why validation never seems to last, this conversation will help reframe what human flourishing actually requires. Guest Bio Jennifer Breheny Wallace is an acclaimed journalist and bestselling author whose work focuses on the intersection of mental health, achievement culture, and human flourishing. She is the author of Mattering: How to Create a Life of Meaning, Empathy, and Impact, a groundbreaking exploration of why the human need to feel valued and to add value is essential to well-being. Jennifer's writing has appeared in outlets including The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post, where she examines how modern pressures around success and validation shape the mental health of both adults and young people. Through her reporting and research, she helps readers understand how restoring a sense of mattering can strengthen resilience, deepen relationships, and restore purpose in an achievement-driven world. Show Partners SafeSleeve designs a phone case that blocks up to 99% of harmful EMF radiation—so I'm not carrying that kind of exposure next to my body all day. It's sleek, durable, and most importantly, lab-tested by third parties. The results aren't hidden—they're published right on their site. And that matters because many so-called EMF blockers on the market either don't work or can't prove they do. We protect our hearts and minds—why wouldn't we protect our bodies too? Head to safesleevecases.com and use the code WINTODAY10 for 10% off your order. Episode Links Show Notes Buy my book "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

What happens when the life you built suddenly changes in ways you never expected?In this deeply reflective episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, Tobi sits down with transformational leadership strategist and resilience mentor Sanjiv Patel to explore how grief, loss, and personal crisis can reshape the way we lead, live, and understand ourselves.Sanjiv has spent more than three decades working with global organisations, including Microsoft, Citi, the NHS, and Warwick Business School. Yet the most powerful lessons in his life did not come from boardrooms or leadership frameworks. They came from moments of personal loss that forced him to confront pain, vulnerability, and the deeper meaning of resilience.In this conversation, Sanjiv shares how grief transformed his understanding of leadership and emotional intelligence. He explains why authentic leadership begins with inner healing and why resilience is not about pretending to be strong but about learning to stay present with the full range of human experience.This episode is a powerful reflection for anyone navigating grief, uncertainty, or a season of big personal change.What You Will Learn in This Episode• Why resilience begins with self-awareness• How grief reshapes identity, purpose, and leadership• The difference between emotional survival and emotional strength• Why leaders must face their inner wounds to lead authentically• How emotional intelligence strengthens leadership and relationships• Why asking for help is an important part of healingSound Bites from This Episode"Resilience begins within.""It is okay to feel the pain.""It is okay to ask for help."About Sanjiv PatelSanjiv Patel is a transformational leadership strategist, life coach, and resilience mentor who helps leaders navigate uncertainty with clarity, empathy, and purpose.Drawing on more than three decades of experience across boardrooms, organisational crises, and personal loss, he developed frameworks such as the H.E.A.L.S. model and the 3Rs of resilience to help leaders build emotional strength and lead with authenticity.His work has supported organisations including Microsoft, Citi, the NHS, and Warwick Business School. He regularly shares his insights on leadership, resilience, and emotional intelligence on global stages, including TEDx and leadership platforms around the world.Connect With Sanjiv PatelWebsiteSanjiv Speaks Official WebsiteEpisode Chapters00:00 Introduction to Transformational Leadership02:46 Personal Insecurities and Authentic Leadership05:12 The Journey of Resilience10:06 Navigating the COVID Crisis17:55 Grief, Loss, and Emotional Healing28:47 Understanding True Resilience33:51 Lessons for Younger Generations44:06 Leadership Through Adversity52:55 Advice for Those Experiencing GriefAsk what is on your heart. Mirror Talk will reflect back what may help you see more clearly. Try it here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/ask-mirror-talk/Thank you for joining me on this MIRROR TALK podcast journey. Please subscribe to any platform and remember to leave a review and rating.Stay connected: https://linktr.ee/mirrortalkpodcast More inspiring episodes and show notes are here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/ Your opinions, thoughts, suggestions, and comments are important to us. Please share them here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/your-opinion-matters/ Could you support us by becoming a Patreon? Please consider subscribing to one or more of our offerings at http://patreon.com/MirrorTalk All proceeds will help enhance the quality of our work and outreach, enabling us to serve you better.We use and trust these podcasting tools, software, and gear. We've partnered with amazing platforms to give our Mirror Talk community exclusive deals and discounts: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/best-podcasting-tools/Just like with Podcasthon, resilience is a lifelong journey.

Condemnation doesn't start with what we say.It starts with how we see people.In this episode, John Ortberg explores the root of condemnation and a critical distinction that can change the way we live: observation vs. evaluation.Drawing from insights in Nonviolent Communication, John shows how easily our minds move from simply noticing behavior to assigning judgment, criticism, or contempt. And once that shift happens, condemnation begins to grow.Jesus addressed this problem directly in the Sermon on the Mount when he said:“First take the plank out of your own eye.”The real issue isn't just our words — it's our perception.When we learn to see people the way Jesus sees them — as bearers of God's image — our responses change. Curiosity replaces contempt. Love replaces judgment.Today's practice is simple but powerful:As you move through your day, pause and ask:What would Jesus see when he looks at this person?Because when we change how we see,we change how we love.And in Christ, there is now… therefore… no condemnation.

When the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires destroyed his home and neighborhood, scientist Christian Busch encountered the opposite of serendipity: "zemblanity," or bad luck by design. Drawing on more than a decade of scientific research, he explores how people can navigate unpredictability by adopting a serendipity mindset that transforms setbacks into unexpected new beginnings. He asks: What if good luck isn't random but can actually be cultivated?Learn more about our flagship conference happening this April at attend.ted.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate speaks with Sara Enright, executive producer of Netflix's Dynasty: The Murdochs, a docuseries that follows the Murdoch family's behind-the-scenes succession battle as Rupert Murdoch's adult children compete for control of his powerful global media empire. Drawing on thousands of internal documents, emails, and text messages, the series examines the extraordinary story behind one of the most influential and controversial families in modern media. Reality Life with Kate Casey What to Watch List: https://katecasey.substack.com Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/katecasey Twitter: https://twitter.com/katecasey Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/katecaseyca Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itskatecasey?lang=en Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/113157919338245 Amazon List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/katecasey Like it to Know It: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/katecaseySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3948: James Altucher explores how much of our stress and unhappiness comes from trying to control others, or allowing them to control us. Drawing from painful personal experiences with money, relationships, and success, he explains that real freedom begins when you take responsibility for your inner world. His insights reveal how persistence, creativity, and personal health combine to create the “luck” that leads to a truly self-directed life. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jamesaltucher.com/blog/do-you-control-your-life/ Quotes to ponder: "NOBODY will ever remember how you helped them. And you can't save anyone." "The key to freedom is Luck. But luck is not magic." "I'd rather be healthy than “right”." Episode references: The Law of Attraction: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Law_of_attraction_(New_Thought) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sissy Goff and David Thomas explore what they call a growing “crisis of capability” among kids today. Drawing from what they see in their counseling offices, they discuss cultural shifts that have contributed to kids feeling less able to handle normal challenges—including the rise of smartphones, the loss of play-based childhood, “language inflation” around mental health, and increasing avoidance of discomfort. They encourage parents to help rebuild resilience by normalizing nerves, allowing healthy stress, and creating opportunities for kids to practice courage in small everyday ways. Resources mentioned:  The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt Capable by David Thomas and Sissy Goff . . . . . .  Sign up to receive the⁠ bi-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-order our new book, Capable and grab tickets for Capable - The Book Tour here! See our speaking dates, purchase books and check out our courses here.. . . . . .  If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five day returns. BOLL & BRANCH: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Bollandbranch.com/rbg⁠. Exclusions apply. ATHLETIC GREENS: Go to DRINKAG1.com/RBG to get their best offer… For a limited time only, get a FREE AG1 duffel bag and FREE AG1 Welcome Kit with your first subscription order! Only while supplies last. COOK UNITY: Go to cookunity.com/RBG or enter code RBG before checkout to get 50% off your first order. SETH AND THE VERY SCARY STORM: Go to https://tinyurl.com/RBGSethStorm to check out this Lifeway book. YARA THE BRAVE: Go to https://tinyurl.com/RBGYara to check out this Lifeway book. ADVENTURE BIBLE: Get an Adventure Bible for your child and begin reading and exploring it together to build confidence and curiosity in God's Word https://tinyurl.com/RBGAdventureBible. OUR PLACE: Stop cooking with toxic cookware, and upgrade to Our Place today. Visit fromourplace.com/RBG and use code RBG for 10% off sitewide. TONE TODAY: Visit tonetoday.com and use code RBG to get 20% off your first order. HIYA HEALTH: Visit hiyahealth.com/RBG to get 50% off your first order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Start Your Transformation Now  In this episode of The Jim Fortin Podcast, Jim Fortin launches a new series called Brainwashed: Exit the Lie — a deep dive into the conditioning that keeps us small, stuck, and struggling. After 30 years of teaching transformation, Jim has arrived at a profound shift: the goal is no longer transformation, but transcendence — not fixing the self, but rising above the very identity that created the obstacles. Drawing from his own turbulent 18 months of personal and professional upheaval, Jim reveals that the source of our limitations isn't circumstance — it's the brainwashing we've absorbed our entire lives.  At the heart of this episode is one paradigm-shattering insight: the reason your mental and spiritual work isn't fixing your life is because you are trying to fix your life. Using the vivid metaphor of the Blue Monkey, Jim unpacks how the desperate need for outcomes is the very thing that repels them — every plan, every "but how?" is ego-driven brainwashing telegraphing lack to the universe, keeping you locked in a cage you're unknowingly holding shut yourself.  This episode is the beginning of a journey that promises peace, freedom, and power when you finally stop living in the lie and recognize yourself as the ultimate source in the universe.  What You'll Discover in This Episode:  (00:00) The shift from transformation to transcendence — Jim introduces the series and explains why true freedom comes from transcending the ego-self that created your limitations — not transforming it.  (05:48) Why working on yourself keeps you stuck — Jim delivers a major epiphany: the very act of trying to fix your life signals to the universe that you don't yet have what you want.  (09:03) The Blue Monkey and the Brainwashing — Using the legend of the Alchemist, Jim introduces the Blue Monkey to illustrate how our conditioned doing, planning, and needing is the exact force blocking the gold we're trying to attract.  (17:45) The need that repels what you want — Jim breaks down how desperation for abundance, love, or health creates the energetic repulsion that keeps those things out of reach, because consciousness responds to state — not want.  (24:08) To need nothing is to have everything — Jim shares a personal turning point: the things that showed up most powerfully in his life came when he held them as already on their way — without desperation or the Blue Monkey in charge.  (29:00) There is no dualism — the exit is dropping the ego — We are not a physical body and a soul — we are one — and the brainwashing that keeps us living as separate from Source is the only lie we need to exit.  Listen, apply, and enjoy!  Transformational Takeaway  You have been brainwashed by a lifetime of conditioning that taught you that life is hard and you must do in order to have. But every time you desperately reach for the outcome you want, you send one clear signal to the universe: I don't have it yet. That signal is the Blue Monkey — and it is the only thing standing between you and everything you desire. The exit isn't a new strategy or another affirmation. It's the recognition that you are not apart from Source — you areSource. Stop digging up the acorn to check on the universe. The gold isn't something you have to force or fix your way into. It's already yours — the moment you stop needing it.  Let's Connect:  Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedIn  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so we can reach more people.  Listening on Spotify? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude, Jim