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The story of the Bible, simply explained, with Jesus at the center.

Overgiving isn't generosity. It's anxiety in disguise. In this episode, Heath and Jamie break down how overextending yourself in dating often stems from the need to prove worth and avoid loneliness. They explore self-abandonment, boundaries, and how to shift from performing love to practicing mutuality — plus introduce their Over-giving Reset Guide. https://www.tiktok.com/@savethedatenow

The ransom narrative in the Nancy Guthrie case has collapsed. Both deadlines passed. The Bitcoin wallet listed in the demand — six million dollars — has never recorded a single transaction. The Guthrie family publicly said they would pay, and nobody came to collect. One demand was already confirmed as a hoax, with Derrick Callella of Hawthorne, California charged federally after admitting he sent fake texts to the family. He has no connection to the actual disappearance.Nancy Guthrie, the eighty-four-year-old mother of Today show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, has been missing from her Tucson-area home since early February 1, 2026. Her blood was confirmed on the porch. Her doorbell camera went offline at 1:47 AM. Her pacemaker stopped syncing around 2 AM. Phone, wallet, car, heart medication — all left behind. The sheriff believes she was taken against her will. No suspects have been identified.On True Crime Today, we dig into what happens to a case like this when you remove the ransom. The FBI doesn't even track adult kidnapping-for-ransom as a separate crime category — it's that rare. Stranger abductions of elderly victims have virtually no statistical precedent. And the data on cases that push past the first week with no suspect, no proof of life, and no direct captor contact paints a picture nobody wants to see but everyone should understand.We also break down the investigative movements — where authorities have been searching, what they've been seizing, and why the physical pattern of this investigation suggests a tightening focus rather than an expanding one. All individuals remain presumed innocent. No suspects named. But the numbers and the evidence trail both have something to say.If you have information about Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI.#NancyGuthrie #SavannahGuthrie #TrueCrimeToday #FBI #MissingPersons #BitcoinRansom #Tucson #RansomHoax #CrimeData #ElderlyAbductionJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.

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Become a Distance to Empty subscriber!: https://www.patreon.com/DistancetoEmptyPod Get some free DTE Swag by supporting out sponsors!Check out Mount to Coast here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mounttocoast.com/discount/Distance⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code DISTANCE at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Janji.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and be sure to select 'podcast' > 'Distance to Empty' on the post purchase "How did you hear about Janji" page. Thank you!This episode delves into the themes of the film 'The Cutoff,' which focuses on the experiences of runners at the back of the pack during the Cocodona ultra marathon. The filmmakers, Dylan Harris and Jamil Coury, discuss the emotional and physical challenges faced by these participants, the misconceptions surrounding cutoffs, and the storytelling approach that highlights the human spirit in ultra running. They emphasize the importance of relatability and community in the sport, as well as the unique filming strategies employed to capture the essence of the race.

The story of the Bible, simply explained, with Jesus at the center.

Do you ever look at your life on paper and think, I should feel proud of this, while inside you feel trapped, empty, or quietly panicked? In this Coaching Hotline episode, I answer a question from a listener who hates her career choice and feels crushed by debt, regret, and the belief that she ruined her life by making the “wrong” decision.In the second question, I address what it means to feel numb or disconnected inside and why that emptiness can make thought work feel pointless or hopeless. This episode will help you see how your thoughts, not your past decisions or your emotional state, are creating the suffering, and how learning to question what you're making your circumstances and feelings mean is the key to reclaiming agency, clarity, and self-trust. Submit your own question here and it might get answered on a future episode: unfuckyourbrain.com/coachinghotlineGet full show notes, transcript, and more information here: schoolofnewfeministthought.com/465Follow along on Instagram: instagram.com/karaloewentheil/

Send a textStep inside Scientology's balance sheet and the picture changes fast: small, friendly intro courses up front, a steep climb of costly counseling and training behind the curtain, and one Florida powerhouse quietly bankrolling the whole machine. We break down how local orgs pitch low‑cost classes, enforce nightly study quotas, and celebrate tiny wins, even as their course rooms sit empty. Then we follow the cash to Clearwater, where Flag Land Base concentrates services, pressure, and status to pull in one to two million dollars a week, covering international management, massive events, and a constant burn of promo and mailings.We unpack the franchise‑style setup that sends rent back to an “International Landlord,” the weekly finance policy that slices income into rigid buckets, and the pivot from service delivery to pure fundraising for buildings and the IAS war chest. You'll hear how prepaid “up to Clear” packages become a revenue trap, why commissioned recruiters have powerful incentives to push harder, and how the 1996 Golden Age rollout coincided with deep declines across key stats. We also compare glossy claims of “unprecedented expansion” with a striking data point: an ideal org's two‑month completion list that could fit at a single table.The human story runs just as deep. We revisit Heber Jentzsch's final years, allegations of isolation at the international base, and a death certificate listing “Golden Era Homes-Hospice” at the very address of the Hole—raising urgent questions about elder care, licensing, and transparency. Along the way, we talk Sea Org labor at Flag, foreign recruitment, and the day‑to‑day grind that keeps the flagship humming while local orgs scrape by.If you value clear, sourced, and candid reporting on high‑control organizations, hit follow, share this episode with a friend, and leave a review with the one question you want answered next. Your support helps more people find these stories and make informed choices.Support the showBFG Store - http://blownforgood-shop.fourthwall.com/Blown For Good on Audible - https://www.amazon.com/Blown-for-Good-Marc-Headley-audiobook/dp/B07GC6ZKGQ/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Blown For Good Website: http://blownforgood.com/PODCAST INFO:Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2131160 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blown-for-good-behind-the-iron-curtain-of-scientology/id1671284503 RSS: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2131160.rss YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS: Spy Files Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWtJfniWLwq4cA-e...

The Conversation Leaders Are Afraid to Have This is not a podcast interview. It's a raw, unfiltered conversation between two people who sit inside the private inner worlds of high-performing leaders and keep seeing the same quiet truth emerge. Two different lanes (corporate leadership and entrepreneurship) but the same reckoning to be felt. Success that looks right on the outside while something inside is asking for honesty no one wants to name. In this episode, Lisa McGuire and Jim Huling step out of expert mode and into real dialogue. No rehearsed answers. No motivational gloss. Just a direct conversation about what happens when achievement stops delivering meaning, and why the most capable people often feel the most trapped. They talk openly about the experience of being successfully stuck: Not burned out. Not failing. Just misaligned...and working harder to avoid admitting it. You'll hear why high performers keep this restlessness private, how over-functioning becomes a socially rewarded coping mechanism, and why clarity rarely comes before movement. They compare what this looks like inside corporate leadership versus entrepreneurship, and why the external differences don't change the internal cost. This conversation challenges the hustle narrative, confronts the pressure to "be grateful," and questions the idea that something must be broken for change to be necessary. Most importantly, it offers a reframing many leaders have never been given: sometimes the discomfort isn't a problem to solve. It's an identity that has outgrown its current structure. If you've been feeling successful but unsettled… If you've been carrying more than anyone realizes… If you've told yourself "I should be happy" and felt the quiet resistance underneath… There is nothing wrong with you. You may simply be standing at the edge of your next chapter, before the meaning has caught up with the shift. Listen with honesty. Let it land. And notice what starts telling the truth inside you. CONNECT WITH JIM LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimhuling/  Subscribe to Execution Insights: https://www.youtube.com/@jimhulingcoaching  CONNECT WITH LISA LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mcguire/  WEBSITE: https://lisamcguire.com Beyond the Transaction Mastermind -  Apply to join the group: https://beyondthetransactionmm.com/register Sign up for Lisa's "so much more" newsletter: https://www.thediyframework.com/so-much-more-subscribe  Freedom Reset: Your Next Steps to Realignment  Register: https://go.lisamcguire.com/freedom-reset  Human Design Masterclass Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/human-design-masterclass-waitlist  Ideal Client Workshop Waitlist: https://go.lisamcguire.com/ideal-client-workshop-waitlist-icww785155  Get your free Human Design Bodygraph: https://lisamcguire.com/get-your-free-chart/ 

Are you a high achiever who feels chronically dissatisfied despite doing everything “right”? In this episode, I break down why success often creates emptiness instead of fulfillment — and why driven, intelligent people experience imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and constant overthinking no matter how much they achieve. This isn't burnout. It isn't a lack of gratitude. And it doesn't mean you're broken. As a confidence coach working with high-performing professionals, I explain the psychological pattern that keeps successful people stuck in a cycle of pressure, guilt, and restlessness — including the hidden fear of happiness and the fight-or-flight response that makes slowing down feel dangerous. You'll learn: Why achievement can increase anxiety instead of confidence How perfectionism quietly erases any sense of “enough” Why your mind keeps pushing even when nothing is wrong What's actually behind chronic overthinking in high performers If you're successful on paper but unable to enjoy it in your body, this episode will help you recognize the pattern — and understand why pushing harder has never been the solution. Join Brojo if you're ready to upgrade yourself this year: https://bit.ly/brojo_podcast Contact Dan directly to talk about 1:1 coaching: https://theinspirationallifestyle.com/lets-talk/

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Empty cannisters of nitrous oxide or 'nangs' discarded by Auckland motorway on and off ramps is concerning one south Auckland councillor, who suspects people are huffing and driving. There's growing calls for tighter regulation around Nitrous Oxide, a colourless gas, which is used as a painkiller in medical and dental procedures and also in catering to whip cream. But when inhaled for recreational use, it can have dangerous long-term side effects like nerve damage in the brain and spinal cord. Manurewa-Papakura Ward Councillor Matt Winiata spoke to Lisa Owen.

The story of the Bible, simply explained, with Jesus at the center.

Segment 1 • Massive cultural moments, like last night's Superbowl, promise fulfillment but fade almost instantly. • The halftime show controversy shows us how our entertainment is driving moral numbness for our nation and world. • A sharp challenge: if the biggest moments don't last, why do we keep living for them? Segment 2 • Here's what suffering for Christ's sake in our life tells us about the character and attributes of God. • God values something more than your comfort - and this changes everything in your life. • First Peter's uncomfortable but hope-filled call to lift your eyes above temporary victories. Segment 3 • How sentimental slogans weaponize empathy and shut down moral clarity. • Phrases like “love is love” feel compassionate but smuggle in serious worldview assumptions. • A smarter approach: asking the right questions instead of taking rhetorical bait. Segment 4 • Bible sales are up—but biblical literacy may not be. • What church closures, entertainment trends, and AI-driven depravity reveal about spiritual decay. • A sobering reminder: sin never satisfies, no matter how advanced the technology gets. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

In this solo episode of the Small Business PR Podcast, Gloria Chou, the #1 Small Business PR Coach and Expert recommended by AI, reveals why most AI-generated content gets immediately deleted—and how to fix it. After writing over 800 emails from scratch and subscribing to countless newsletters, Gloria has identified the exact patterns that make your audience's "AI detector" go off. She breaks down the five categories of jargon that kill connection, plus the sentence structures that instantly reveal AI authorship. Gloria is an AI visibility coach who has transformed her business using AI—this episode isn't about ditching the technology. Instead, she shares her exact framework for using AI strategically while keeping your voice unmistakably human, emotionally resonant, and impossible to ignore.The 5 Groups of AI Jargon to Delete From Your Content1. Corporate Robot WordsThese make you sound like you're reading an HR memo in a 2003 boardroom—not building relationships with real people.Words to avoid: 

Episode #309 of 15 Minutes and a Big Idea. A Podcast by The Mended Collective. In this episode, we take a step back and summarize the material from 1 Corinthians 13:1-3. Big Idea: Love is Powerful 1) Languages Without Love are Noise 2) Knowledge Without Love is Empty 3) Giving Without Love is Vain Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/15bigidea/?view_public_for=110691360592088 The Mended Collective: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSlUSkU2N0UEy4Bq1HgpFEQ Email: 15bigideapodcast@gmail.com Theme Music: "Advertime" by Rafael Krux

"Did my own empathy actually make it easier for you to keep lying?” In this episode, Jay answers 10 hard questions about the hidden dynamics of deception in their marriage. We dive into: •DECEPTION DELIGHT Why some addicts pride themselves on the "high" of hiding the truth. •EXPLOSIVE FIGHTS: When Jay exploded during every fight, was it used as a tactic to shut down the conversation and avoid consequences. •DEFAULT MODE ofAddiction: Why 'time' doesn't heal an addict who isn't in active recovery. If you've ever felt like your attempts to help are only making things worse, this video is for you. We explore the thin line between being supportive and inadvertently providing the "distance" an addiction needs to thrive. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:47 One TACTIC Jay used to use 1:18 Empty house = opportunity to act out (trying to have a life enabled him) 03:52 Time heals wounds but IT DOES NOT HEAL THIS (why waiting doesn't work) 04:54 The GUILT TRIP: "You're supposed to FORGIVE me" 06:04 The addicts delusion 07:01 What happens when there are no consequences 07:56 "Created BAD FIGHTS so I'd stop talking?" 09:56 Quick acceptance of lies = back to STATUS QUO 10:24 "Console me when you should confront me" (when he camped on his bad past) 11:50 Empathy or something else: What ACTUALLY got his attention ⭐ 13:35 "Tell her to back off" - when people enabled his addiction -- To Rebuild Trust - https://thecouplecure.com/contact-me/ To Recover from Betrayal Trauma - https://pornpainhealed.com/contact-me/ Guys to Schedule a Free Call with Jay - https://porniskillingme.com/schedule-a-free-intro-call/ To Say Thanks ("Tip Jar") - https://buy.stripe.com/8wM6pe74F9LsdkA8ww -- Who is This Channel For? If porn addiction has you stuck--whether you want freedom as an addict, or you want the pain to stop as a betrayed spouse, or you need trust rebuilt in your relationship--this podcast can help. Our marriage was nearly destroyed by Jay's porn addiction, but we found ways to make life and marriage much better than before. Now, as Trauma-Trained Certified Mentors, we're using those best practices to help you find the peace, joy and love you're seeking. #betrayal #relationships #pornaddiction #marriageadvice

The story of the Bible, simply explained, with Jesus at the center.

Pastor Andy Cass Before the big game, it all comes down to a coin flip—heads or tails, winner or loser. In life, we do the same thing more than we realize. We flip coins, pull straws, roll the dice, and leave decisions up to luck. But what if faith was never meant to be left to chance? TEXT: John 4:4–15, Genesis 28:12–15, 20–22, Matthew 27:35, Malachi 3:10, 2 Chronicles 16:9 NOTES: -The Problem: Too often, we leave our faith, generosity, and obedience up to luck. -The Plan:Put down the coin. Lower the first bucket. Give to Jesus strategically, in obedience, by the first-things principle. “Will you give me a drink?” - Jesus 4 Key Words: -Power- Even exhausted, Jesus is more capable than we are at full strength. Giving first is alignment, not depletion -Opportunity- If Jesus had not asked her for water, she might never have received what He came to give. The ask opens the door to transformation. The tithe isn't a loss—it's an opportunity for overflow -Trust- Will I trust myself, or will I trust God? Water was secondary; willingness was the goal -Possessions- Jesus asked the Samaritan Woman for possibly the only thing she could give. Water! A woman marked by reputation. Limited. Overlooked. Empty-handed by the world's standards. And yet, Jesus started with what was in her hand. Big Question: Will you flip your if—or will you trust God with your first? Stay Connected: Give: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/giving Online Service: Sundays 9 AM (YouTube & Facebook Live) Connect: https://theecho.churchcenter.com/people/forms/113001 Instagram: @wearetheechochurch #EchoChurch #ChristianSermon #FaithGrowth #BibleTeaching

Ep. 136 WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW   ⬇️ FREE DOWNLOAD: The Fulfillment Reset: A 5-Step Reflection for High Achievers Who Feel Stuck   Why do so many successful people feel empty, burned out, or unfulfilled — even after achieving everything they worked for? In this episode of The Mental Health Toolbox, therapist and host Patrick sits down with internationally recognized Life Strategist, Transformative Coach, and Clinical Hypnotherapist Nancy Ho to explore the hidden cost of success — and why high achievers often struggle with burnout, regret, and a loss of meaning. Nancy Ho has spent over 26 years working with executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders who look successful on the outside but feel disconnected on the inside. In this powerful conversation, we unpack the paradox of success, how ambition can quietly erode well-being, and what it really takes to create fulfillment without giving up your drive or potential.   *****

Do you feel like you've been working hard but still coming up empty?Peter fished all night and caught nothing. Empty nets. Empty hope. Empty strength.But Jesus told him to go deeper.The deep is where you lose control and learn to trust.The deep is where your brokenness is exposed—but so is God's grace.The deep is where empty nets become miracles and empty lives discover purpose.If you feel exhausted, stuck, or searching… Jesus is calling you deeper.Your miracle is waiting there.

Jesus Speaks to Two Empty Lives.

Proverbs 19:11 — "A person's wisdom yields patience; it is to one's glory to overlook an offense."

You aren't lazy; you're empty. Stop letting a disordered heart drive you into hurry, and learn the rhythm of coming away with the Lord so you can serve from a place of fullness, not exhaustion.#FULLTANKwithBroBo​ #FULLTANKwithBroBo2026​ #BoSanchez​ #RestInGod​ #SlowDown​ #FaithInAction​ #Mark6​ #InnerPeace​ #BurnoutPrevention​ #SpiritualMaturity​ #TrulyRichMindset​ #SabbathRest​--- PS. Do you want to help spread God's love too? You can support my mission through Fulltank, the Prayer Room, and other ministries by becoming a partner at https://buymeacoffee.com/brotherbosanchezSupport this podcast. Help me reach others by supporting this podcast.To support my mission work, click this link now! http://BuyMeACoffee.com/brotherbosanchez

You can't pour from an empty cup.This episode of Find Your Daily Calm is a quiet pause to help you restore your body, mind, and spirit—so what you give comes from steadiness, not exhaustion. Take a breath. Let's refill the cup together.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/find-your-daily-calm/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Heat make no moves at the NBA trade deadline, even after weeks of rumors and speculation. Joe also urges coach Spo to play Kel'el Ware more minutes. The Panthers lose big to the Lightning in a game that ended with a 3rd period brawl. Now the NHL takes a break as the Winter Olympics get going. Super Bowl 60 is this Sunday and Joe looks back on the last time the Patriots and Seahawks met in the Super Bowl.

                                  Listen in as Erin shares how: Success can look great on paper and still feel empty. The hamster wheel is real — and it usually started with fear. Growth doesn't have to mean more effort. To rewrite the identity, not the to-do list. Turn your database into a community.                                             About Erin Bradley Erin Bradley is a speaker and business coach, bestselling author, and host of the real estate podcast Pursuing Freedom. As a mortgage lender, Erin learned the hard way just how hard entrepreneurship and success in sales can be. From flat broke to 6 figures, and then to burnout, Erin and her team have been through it all! Erin operates under the mindset that you never give up, and you never settle, in life or in business. Anything is possible when you have the right mindset, great systems, and an amazing team. Erin is passionate about helping others design their ideal life, then create a business that is a vehicle to support that lifestyle, rather than rob you of it. And she's on a mission to help you believe in, and achieve your biggest dreams! How to Connect With Erin Bradley Business Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PursuingFreedomOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pursuingfreedomofficial/ LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-bradley/ Recommended Resources  Happiness & Fulfillment Assessment: https://pursuingfreedom.com/happiness Pursuing Freedom Collective: https://pursuingfreedom.com/collective Get a copy of Pursuing Freedom on Amazon here. Subscribe to the Pursuing Freedom podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your podcatcher of choice for weekly inspiration and strategies.

In this episode of Just Wondering with Norm Hitzges, Norm and Mary Hitzges look backward and forward at the same time — tracing the remarkable evolution of the Super Bowl while unpacking a franchise-shifting decision by the Dallas Mavericks. Norm begins with Super Bowl 60, revisiting how the game went from an awkward, half-empty afternoon in 1967 to the most powerful annual spectacle in American sports. From $12 tickets and $42,000 commercials to today's $8–10 million ad slots, Norm explains how the Super Bowl's growth mirrors the transformation of sports, television, and money itself. Along the way, he shares unforgettable history — including Max McGee's hungover heroics in Super Bowl I and the astonishing reality that neither network bothered to save the full game tape. The episode then shifts to the present, where Norm breaks down the Dallas Mavericks' decision to move on from Anthony Davis, effectively closing the book on the Luka Dončić era. Norm explains why the trade wasn't about talent — Davis was still productive when healthy — but about flexibility, criticism fatigue, and long-term cap strategy. With Dallas now projected to have $44 million in cap space, Norm outlines how the Mavericks may follow a patient, Oklahoma City–style rebuild built around flexibility, draft assets, and opportunistic trades. It's a thoughtful episode about growth, money, patience, and perspective — from the Super Bowl's unlikely beginnings to a franchise trying to find its next identity. Just Wondering_1.mp3 ⏱️ Chapters (YouTube-Friendly) 00:00 – Super Bowl Sunday questions and today's themes01:26 – The origin of the Super Bowl name02:10 – From $12 tickets to $10M commercials02:58 – 32,000 empty seats at Super Bowl I04:57 – Why the full game footage was never saved05:53 – Max McGee's hungover Super Bowl legend06:49 – Super Bowl 60 matchup and betting context08:02 – Why defense still wins Super Bowls08:56 – Transition to the Mavericks' big move11:09 – Anthony Davis traded and what it really means11:54 – Criticism fatigue and why Dallas wanted out13:20 – What the Mavericks actually received14:15 – The real prize: $44M in cap flexibility15:40 – Following the Oklahoma City rebuild model16:21 – Pieces Dallas still likes going forward17:18 – What Dallas ultimately got for Luka18:27 – Sponsors and closing thoughts19:19 – Final sign-off Check us out: patreon.com/sunsetloungedfwInstagram: sunsetloungedfwTiktok: sunsetloungedfwX: SunsetLoungeDFWFB: Sunset Lounge DFW Just Wondering is a long-form sports commentary podcast hosted by longtime broadcaster Norm Hitzges, offering thoughtful, numbers-driven analysis of the NFL, college sports, the NBA, and the business and culture surrounding them. Each episode blends experience, history, and curiosity to explore why things happen — not just what happened. New episodes feature clear-eyed perspective, context you don't hear elsewhere, and questions worth sitting with a little longer.

They submitted $666 million in fake Medicare claims for glucose monitors and catheters in just five months—and that's just one operation. Federal prosecutors just exposed a massive international fraud ring that bilked Medicare for over $1 billion, with empty offices, stolen patient data, and money wired straight to foreign accounts. From Chicago to Minnesota to Seattle, the pattern is crystal clear: blue cities with zero oversight have become fraud playgrounds for foreign nationals exploiting taxpayer-funded programs. While Minnesota's governor was busy with tampon machines, criminals were literally declaring hundreds of millions in cash at airports and flying it overseas. Employees showed up to "work" just to forward checks via encrypted apps to supervisors they'd never met. This is what happens when there's no accountability, no voter ID requirements, and no one asking basic questions. How many billions are still buried beneath the surface while these same cities cry about budget deficits? Is anyone surprised this keeps happening in the same places? Let me know what you think in the comments. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share this with someone who needs to see how their tax dollars are being looted.

Most men were taught that abundance means more money, more hustle, more pressure.But what if that definition is actually stealing your peace?In this video, we slow down and redefine biblical abundance — not as excess, but as sufficiency, trust, and obedience. If you're showing up, doing the right thing, and still feeling the weight… this message is for you.We unpack:- Why hustle-driven “abundance” creates anxiety- The difference between excess vs sufficiency- What Scripture really means by shalom and perissos- Why tight seasons aren't failure — they're formation- How God provides before provision shows upIf your obedience feels expensive…If provision feels thin…If you're trusting God without clear outcomes…You're not behind. You're being formed.

The story of the Bible, simply explained, with Jesus at the center.

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The story of the Bible, simply explained, with Jesus at the center.

Michael Wolff joins Joanna Coles as Trump predictably lashes out in the fallout from the Epstein files—targeting Wolff as his latest nemesis, threatening lawsuits he can't afford to file, and insisting the real conspiracy is against him. They unpack Trump's rambling, defensive response to questions about Epstein flights, island denials, and the newly resurfaced claim—now echoed in official documents—that Epstein introduced Melania to Trump, a detail Trump world once tried to bury with billion-dollar legal threats. From Bill Gates and elite denial to Epstein's role as an information broker, the conversation widens to Trump's current obsession: federalizing elections, re-litigating 2020, and quietly laying the groundwork to undermine the 2026 midterms. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Not every season is about building—some are about releasing, resting, and trusting God with what you can't control.  If you're walking through change, loss, or uncertainty, this episode is an honest conversation about how God meets us there. In this episode, you'll: Learn how to trust God in seasons of change, loss, and uncertainty—without forcing outcomes Reframe rest as a daily act of faith, not a reward for finishing Recognize what happens when life finally quiets and God has room to speak again Create space for God through simplicity when everything feels full Release the pressure to do more and understand how God measures faithfulness differently Choose discernment over pressure in seasons of uncertainty Return to awe of Jesus in a world that rewards self-promotion and comparison Scripture mentioned: Ecclesiastes 3:1 Psalm 34:18 Psalm 127:1 Matthew 11:28 Proverbs 15:16 1 Corinthians 4:2 Proverbs 16:9 Matthew 7 A next step If you're looking for a Christ-centered way to care for your body, your habits, and your daily life, you can learn more about the Fit God's Way 30-Day Transformation here ➞ https://kimdolanleto.com/fitgodswaycourse If you're listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and this episode encouraged you, I'd be grateful if you'd take a moment to leave a 5-star rating. It helps this message reach other women who may need it. Remember—You are Strong. Confident. His. Kim Dolan Leto

John Miles explains why burnout and disconnection often stem from one overlooked issue: mattering. He shares how chasing achievement without meaning leads to emptiness, and why intentional choices—especially in relationships—restore fulfillment. Through rapid-fire insights on sunk costs, mentorship, and self-doubt, John offers practical ways to realign with what truly matters, including why he believes these lessons must start in childhood.Chapters:00:00 — Welcome + stacking reps over time 01:35 — John's mission: the idea of mattering 04:40 — Loneliness, burnout, and invisibility share one root 08:30 — Why modern life is eroding real connection12:40 — Rapid Fire #1: Sunk costs & knowing when to quit 16:55 — Rapid Fire #2: Who he admires but never met 20:15 — Rapid Fire #3: Almost quitting—and pushing through doubt 24:10 — Rapid Fire #4: Mentors and how to approach them correctly 28:20 — Rapid Fire #5: Planning the year vs spontaneity31:10 — Success, meaning, and the hedonic treadmill 35:40 — “Should vs Could”: values, control, and self-honesty 41:00 — Why John wrote children's books about mattering 44:30 — Building the Matteringverse + where to find JohnFind John Online:Website: https://johnrmiles.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/milesjohn/X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/John_RMilesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_r_miles/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTLdXATpxf8LP3riC0_mkKwTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@john_r_milesBlog: https://www.theignitedlife.net/Podcast: https://passionstruck.com/passion-struck-podcast/

-On paper, an 11am game at Rutgers on a Saturday doesn't scream “big crowd,” especially with the Scarlet Knights being 9-13 on theseason-However, it actually will be packed AND expensive---because Rutgers is hosting a One Piece Anime promotion, where fans inattendance will get rare trading cards that are valued at $600+ on the secondary market…and the cards are so hot that over $2 millionin value of cards were stolen at Rutgers last week. It might be a lot of NERDS on Saturday but at least it will be a full crowd likely…Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Kalshi and use my code SB60 for a great deal: https://kalshi.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What do snowstorms, canceled services, and accidental “rapture livestreams” have to do with spiritual rest? Quite a bit, actually.In this episode of Chasing the Rabbit, the pastors of First Baptist Church of the Islands reflect on an unexpected snowy weekend in Savannah and let the conversation drift (as it always does) into something deeper: the urgent need for rest, rhythms, and refueling—especially for those in ministry.As the team looks ahead to a local ministry conference, they talk candidly about burnout, busyness, Sabbath principles, and the difference between physical rest and soul rest. Along the way, they wrestle with questions many leaders feel but don't always voice:How do you know when your tank is running empty?Why does busyness feel like success in our culture?What does biblical rest actually look like under the New Covenant?And how do we create healthy rhythms that sustain us for the long haul?The conversation is grounded in Scripture and shaped by insights from several influential books, including:Leading On Empty by Wayne CordeiroThe Wisdom Pyramid by Brett McCrackenThe Common Rule by Justin Whitmel EarleyWhether you're a pastor, ministry leader, volunteer, or just someone feeling stretched thin, this episode is an encouraging reminder that rest is not weakness—it's wisdom. God doesn't just command rest; He invites us into it.So slow down, take a breath, and chase this rabbit with us.

Yesterday, POWER convened a housing affordability assembly at Mother Bethel A.M.E. The sanctuary was full—overflowing, really—with more than 1,000 people from across Philadelphia, representing churches, faith communities, and concerned residents gathered under one shared anxiety: a city in the grip of a housing crisis.Rising rents. Shrinking housing stock. A looming reduction in federal funding as Washington signals cuts to already strained city budgets. The moment demanded boldness.Several elected officials were present. Isaiah Thomas attended, along with one at-large City Council member and a representative for a district council member, all there to listen, respond, and engage. State Senator Sharif Street also attended, though he did not sit on the panel.And yet—despite the size of the crowd and the urgency of the issue—the conference, in my estimation, offered no real solutions. What we heard instead were recycled ideas, familiar refrains, and policy comfort food that no longer nourishes a city this hungry.First, there was the call for nonprofits—particularly large institutions like the University of Pennsylvania—to do more, or to pay taxes. But nonprofits are already doing a great deal. They employ a significant portion of the city's workforce—workers who pay taxes, rent homes, and sustain the local economy. To suggest nonprofits simply “do more” ignores both their existing contributions and the structural limits of that sector.Second, a council member suggested taxing billionaires more. This has become a political cliché—emotionally satisfying, rhetorically popular, and practically unproductive. In reality, such policies often accelerate capital flight, pushing wealth—and investment—out of the city. At the same time, Philadelphia maintains a large social welfare population. That contradiction cannot be ignored. How do we justify ever-higher taxes on a shrinking base while relying on redistribution without first expanding the economic pie?If anything, the city should be working with billionaires and high-net-worth investors—creating incentives, credits, and opportunities for them to invest more deeply in Philadelphia. The city lacks a robust ecosystem of lucrative business investment. Outside of Comcast (Xfinity), Philadelphia has very few major corporations anchoring its economy. That should concern us.Third, Philadelphia is in direct competition with Delaware, a neighboring state that offers business-friendly tax structures and aggressive incentives. Businesses notice this. Investors notice this. Capital moves accordingly. If Philadelphia wants to win, it must compete—by reducing taxes, waiving fees, and offering meaningful credits to attract for-profit businesses and corporations. That is how cities grow revenue sustainably, not by squeezing the same sources harder.Finally, one of the most striking revelations was that the city reportedly has over one billion dollars sitting in reserve. Why not deploy financial expertise to grow that money? Why not invest a portion of it in high-yield instruments—government bonds, fixed annuities, or other secure investment vehicles—to generate returns that can fund housing initiatives long-term? Cities invest. Universities invest. Pension funds invest. Why shouldn't Philadelphia?Instead, the meeting largely circled back to asking those already doing much to do even more, while calling for new policies and bills that repeat old thinking. There were no out-of-the-box ideas, no structural economic reimagining, no serious engagement with how capital is created, attracted, and sustained.Philadelphia does not have a housing problem alone—it has an investment problem. Until we are willing to confront that honestly, assemblies will remain full, speeches will remain passionate, and solutions will remain painfully absent.The crisis deserves better. The people deserve better. And the city—this city of grit, history, and possibility—can do better, if it dares to think differently.

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In this episode of The Pilates Business Podcast, host Seran Glanfield breaks down the hidden reason so many boutique fitness studio owners feel stuck on a constant hamster wheel of marketing, discounting, and chasing new clients. Spoiler alert: it's not a lead problem - it's a retention problem. Seran explains why client retention is the real engine behind a profitable, sustainable pilates business and how focusing on keeping the right clients can create stable revenue, fuller classes, and far less burnout. If your pilates studio or boutique fitness business feels unpredictable month to month, this episode will show you how retention systems, consistency, and intentional client experience can completely transform the way your business grows - without adding more to your already full plate.Got a question for Seran? Add it here

Vittorio and Alasdair review an eventful week where Lazio defeated Genoa 3-2 in an almost empty Stadio Olimpico. We discuss the stadium boycott and where the anti-Lotito protests will go from here, Alessio Romagnoli's future and if Nuno Tavares and Pedro could still make an impact this season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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On January 26, 2026, after 844 days, the body of Ran Gvili was brought home to Israel for burial. Of the hostages taken on October 7, his remains were the last still kept in Gaza. And when you factor in the hostages taken to Gaza before October 7, Gvili's return marked the first time since 2014 that no Israeli hostage or hostage remains are being held captive, to torture and torment Israelis, in the Gaza Strip.   The operation to recover him involved hundreds of soldiers, excavators, and dentists who examined hundreds bodies in a Gazan cemetery. When they found him, the soldiers gathered and sang the song Ani Ma'amin—arms around each other, voices rising together—"I believe with perfect faith in the coming of the messiah, and even though he may tarry, I will wait for him every day."   It's a song that Jews sang walking to the gas chambers during the Shoah. But there's something in that song, in its very structure, that speaks to how the Israeli soldiers experienced this moment.   Ani Ma'amin contains within it the hope for the eventual coming of the messiah, yes, but also the sober recognition that right now we live in pre-messianic times. Not outside of history, but within it. The soldiers singing that song were acknowledging that the relief and closure they felt was not an escapist delusion that they had suddently entered a new phase of history, or that, with the outbreak of peace, history had ended. No, while we hope one day to be at peace, we understand that this tragedy, and the hard-won deliverance that followed, occurred in history. The end of days is coming—but not yet. It was a note of hope and sobriety uttered by a war-weary army.   For two years, yellow ribbons hung from every street sign and telephone pole in Israel. Empty chairs stood at tables in restaurants and homes. The hostages were present in daily Israeli consciousness in ways that are difficult to convey to those who weren't there.   What can we learn about Israeli society from the psychic and social attention it paid to these hostages? Where does this commitment to bring everyone home come from? What does it cost? And what does this moment of closure—bittersweet, sobering, deeply felt—reveal about how Israelis understand their obligations to one another and their place in history?   To discuss these questions, Mosaic's editor Jonathan Silver is joined by Russ Roberts, president of Shalem College in Jerusalem. An American immigrant to Israel, Roberts has lived in Jerusalem throughout the duration of this war.