Podcasts about empty promises

Many small-town communities are hoping the Artificial Intelligence revolution and the need for massive data centers will bring prosperity, jobs, economic development, and a better life for their regions. Will the promises actually deliver on those promises? Bob shares the truth on today's program. Now, do you believe in this ministry? If you do, you can keep us on the air as a radio program and podcast by visiting our website. It is vastly more urgent than ever that you do. https://truth2ponder.com/support. You can also mail a check payable to Ancient Word Radio, P.O. Box 7037, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34985. Thank you in advance for your faithfulness to this ministry.To support this radio program and podcast, please visit https://truth2ponder.com/support.

Naoimh welcomes Carmel Somerville from Louisburg, Co. Mayo, a woman who describes herself before 2019 as someone who “fell for all the empty promises of the world.” What took her to Medjugorje that Easter — behind her husband Mick's back, nearly turning the car around at midnight at the coach stop in Castlebar — and […] L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Falling for the World's Empty Promises to Falling for Jesus – Naoimh Barbieri and Carmel Somerville proviene da Radio Maria.

315. In The Weeds Mike and Kath. Kath Gilbert has finished her book Empty Road, Empty Promises, The forgotten blockade of Razorback Mountain. It's being released at the end of this month. It's a good look at what caused the blockade, the events leading up to it, the blockade itself and a little on its aftermath. It's thoughtfully and thoroughly researched and presented with plenty of photos and references. Visit www.kathgilbert.com to pre-order your copy and put in the code rebellion for a 10% discount.

Hour 4 of Jake & Ben on May 12, 2026 Live at 5: Is the NBA Trending Towards a certain style of play? Luka Doncic is on a Diet Again. What are the best "Empty Promises" You Hear in the Offseason? The Philadelphia 76ers have Fired GM Daryl Morey 

Jake & Ben Full Show from May 12, 2026 Hour 1 Ace Bailey has signed with Klutch Sports. Is that a bad thing for his future in Salt Lake City? Should the Utah Jazz trade up to the Number 1 Spot?  Top 3 Stories of the Day: Darryn Peterson wants to play Point Guard, Does that affect the Jazz's plans? AJ Dybantsa leads NBA Combine in Vertical Leap & Timberwolves Spurs Game 5 tonight.  Bob Casper from Real Golf Radio joins to preview this weekend's PGA Championship.  Hour 2 How Good are the New York Knicks this year? Are they actual contenders or just in a weak Eastern Conference? Is Cam Boozer the same level of prospect as AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson? Should the Utah Jazz consider him at Number 2? A Hawaiian Vigilante Hour 3 NBA Writer Ricky O'Donnell joined to talk about the NBA Draft Lottery Results & why he thinks Cam Boozer is the safest bet of the Top 3 Prospects.  Hot Take Tuesday: MJ vs LeBron GOAT Debate has gotten boring, Birthday Cards are Overrated.  Audio Vault: Colin Cowherd thinks AJ Dybantsa wouldn't fit in Washington.  Hour 4 Live at 5: Is the NBA Trending Towards a certain style of play? Luka Doncic is on a Diet Again. What are the best "Empty Promises" You Hear in the Offseason? The Philadelphia 76ers have Fired GM Daryl Morey 

John's monologue has 2 topics this time. First he discusses James Comey being indicted by the DOJ for making threats to President Trump in the form of a cheeky Instagram post. This is Comey's second time in the political revenge machine. John also talks about Trump again calling for the firing of Jimmy Kimmel and Trump saying the "Unite the Right" rally in Charlottesville, Virginia, was staged by the Southern Poverty Law Center. Then, he speaks with Jasmine Burney-Clark. She's a civic engagement professional who has dedicated her personal and professional career to social and electoral justice across the state of Florida. She's the Founder of Equal Ground Education Fund and Action Fund, Florida's preeminent Black-led community-centered civic engagement organization prioritizing voter registration, education and turnout. They discuss Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiling a new map that would give the GOP an extra four seats. Next, Democratic Strategist Max Burns returns to talk about his new piece for the Hill called "Trump's Empty Promises and the Ruin of Rural America". Then last but not least - comedian Keith Price joins the fun to joke with listeners about Trump and his cohorts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Empty Promises of Easter by Rick Godwin

The Empty Promises of Easter | Rick Godwin by Summit Church Podcast

April 5, 2026

Thank you for listening to the LifeHouse Church Podcast. We pray that Pastor Richard Kobakian's message 'The Empty Promises of Easter' blesses you.For more details about LifeHouse Church visit www.Lifehouse.global or download the LifeHouse Church app.

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In this episode, Jamie sits down with Colin Stevens to talk about the difference between communicating and actually connecting. They unpack why teams can look successful on the outside but be disconnected on the inside, how adversity reveals character, and why connection always carries risk. You'll also learn the two types of respect, the quiet trust-killers that damage teams over time, and the three controllables—effort, attitude, and energy—that determine whether connection grows or dies. www.YourHealth.Org

Like the show? Show your support by using our sponsors.Promotive can help you find your dream job. Touch HERE to see open jobs.Need to update your shop systems and software? Try Tekmetric HERERegister for Tektonic HERE!In this episode, Jeff welcomes Eric Sprague from L&N Performance Auto Repair. Eric stresses the need for improved shop culture and mentorship to support new technicians entering the field. Jeff and Eric also talk about the importance of thorough communication between support staff and technicians to ensure safe, accurate repairs and customer education.Timestamps:00:00 "TPMS and Car Safety Standards"10:39 TPMS Regulations and Nanny State16:53 Empty Promises and Abandoned Projects18:46 "Hybrid Trucks and Northern Infrastructure"25:11 "Youth, Effort, and Clear Guides"32:40 "Electronic Parking Brake Discussion"34:33 "Teaching Safe Methods First"43:32 "Trust and Prioritization at Work"48:54 "Challenges of Losing Key Talent"54:35 "Shifting from Dealership Culture"55:46 "Accountability and Proper Checks"01:04:10 "Challenges of Independent Auto Shops"01:09:28 "Challenges in Automotive Repair Access"01:12:15 "Industry's Tipping Point on Regulation"01:17:24 "Importance of Vehicle Safety Systems"01:25:59 "Tool Standards and Calibration Issues"01:27:30 "Understanding the Entire System"01:34:24 "European Cars and Sunroof Issues"01:42:24 Regulations, Qualifications, and Future Standards01:45:58 "Teamwork Overcomes Chaos"01:48:47 "Monthly Collaborative Conversations" Follow/Subscribe to the show on social media! TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jeffcompton7YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheJadedMechanicFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091347564232

The Australian New Year's resolution phenomenon often ends in failure in no time, as revealed by the latest research from MyFitnessPal. - Fenomena resolusi tahun baru di Australia sering kali berakhir dengan kegagalan dalam waktu singkat, sebagaimana diungkapkan oleh riset terbaru dari MyFitnessPal.

The Australian New Year's resolution phenomenon often ends in failure in no time, as revealed by the latest research from MyFitnessPal.

It's a new year - which can only mean one thing: New Year's Resolutions!  So the age old question - how's that working? For most of us, it's often a futile exercise in frustration. We start with the best of intentions, then by mid-January we've fallen off the bandwagon and by February we've forgotten we even set the goal in the first place!  What's the solution to goal setting? That's the focus of today's BrainStim podcast episode. From Be, Do, Have - to intention and repetition, the gang is discussing the most effective way to set and follow through on goals. As always, visit www.invisionchiropractic.com for more information or to schedule a complimentary 15 minute phone call with Dr. Aplin.

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  A blunt, brutally honest look at the GOP's long track record of talking big on healthcare reform but never delivering. From the first Tea Party rally in 2009 to today's push to extend Obamacare subsidies, this segment dissects the fraud, the donor money, the political gamesmanship, and the bipartisan addiction to government growth. Plus, why insurance companies are terrified, why D.C. keeps Americans fighting each other, and how real accountability—like term limits—might finally break the cycle.

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Paul Rieckhoff catches up with scholar-warrior Dr. Jason Dempsey, a veteran whose career spans deployments in Afghanistan, work inside the White House, and now powerful advocacy and research on the state of America's military. The two dive into headline events—recent attacks, controversial military decisions, and the dangerous rise of performative “tough guy” politics. Dempsey unpacks why the rules of war must stand, why leadership is more than just rhetoric, and how America can maintain its ethical compass. They discuss the realities veterans face post-service, the risk of radicalization, and the critical need for mental health resources. Dempsey also highlights the stories of unsung leaders and the ways regular Americans can cut through noise, find resilience, and change the national conversation for the better. Jason Dempsey (@Jason_K_Dempsey) is a bad-ass warrior-scholar. A former Army infantryman with a PhD in politics who loves beer and bikes. A professor, author, researcher, combat veteran and one of the country's foremost experts on civil-military relations, Jason is West Point graduate, a PhD, and Adjunct Senior Fellow of the Military, Veterans, and Society Program at the Center for a New American Security (CNAS) and a powerful voice that must be heard. He led units on the ground in Afghanistan, served inside the White House, and literally wrote the book on the modern United states military: Our Army: Soldiers, Politics, and American Civil-Military Relations. He's also a dad, a lover of good beer and no-BS guy who pulls no punches. Jason previously appeared in Episodes 95  (January 14, 2021) and Episode 76 (Sept. 10, 2020).  In his day job he works to help veterans make the transition from military service to higher education, but he also writes and speaks regularly on issues at the intersection of domestic politics, war, and the American military and will be discussing this and more in a course he is teaching on civil-military relations at Columbia University this spring. These are times where there are more questions than answers, but we're going to bring you the voices and the thought leaders that can provide the information and clarity you need to help you navigate these turbulent times. Because every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories--and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It's independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve--and stay vigilant. -WATCH video of this episode on YouTube now. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers. And share yours.  -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the holidays.  -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra, Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media. Ways to listen: Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Amazon Podcasts  Ways to watch: YouTube • Instagram  Social channels: X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Paul Rieckhoff catches up with scholar-warrior Dr. Jason Dempsey, a veteran whose career spans deployments in Afghanistan, work inside the White House, and now powerful advocacy and research on the state of America's military. The two dive into headline events—recent attacks, controversial military decisions, and the dangerous rise of performative “tough guy” politics. Dempsey unpacks why the rules of war must stand, why leadership is more than just rhetoric, and how America can maintain its ethical compass. They discuss the realities veterans face post-service, the risk of radicalization, and the critical need for mental health resources. Dempsey also highlights the stories of unsung leaders and the ways regular Americans can cut through noise, find resilience, and change the national conversation for the better. Jason Dempsey (@Jason_K_Dempsey) is a bad-ass warrior-scholar. A former Army infantryman with a PhD in politics who loves beer and bikes. A professor, author, researcher, combat veteran and one of the country's foremost experts on civil-military relations, Jason is West Point graduate, a PhD, and Adjunct Senior Fellow of the Military, Veterans, and Society Program at the Center for a New American Security (CNAS) and a powerful voice that must be heard. He led units on the ground in Afghanistan, served inside the White House, and literally wrote the book on the modern United states military: Our Army: Soldiers, Politics, and American Civil-Military Relations. He's also a dad, a lover of good beer and no-BS guy who pulls no punches. Jason previously appeared in Episodes 95  (January 14, 2021) and Episode 76 (Sept. 10, 2020).  In his day job he works to help veterans make the transition from military service to higher education, but he also writes and speaks regularly on issues at the intersection of domestic politics, war, and the American military. He is co-editor of a new book on the state of the American military and the challenges facing our All-Volunteer Force. ‘Bend But Do Not Break: Shaping the Future of the All Volunteer Force' is available for pre-order now, and Jason will be discussing this and more in a course he is teaching on civil-military relations at Columbia University this spring. These are times where there are more questions than answers, but we're going to bring you the voices and the thought leaders that can provide the information and clarity you need to help you navigate these turbulent times. Because every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories--and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It's independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve--and stay vigilant. -WATCH video of this episode on YouTube now. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers. And share yours.  -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the holidays.  -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra, Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media. Ways to listen: Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Amazon Podcasts  Ways to watch: YouTube • Instagram  Social channels: X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

00:00 Intro01:09 36+ Dead in Hong Kong Residential High-Rise Fire03:12 Taiwan to Increase Defense Budget by $40 Billion04:27 Japan Aims to Ease Tensions With China via Dialogue05:40 New Messages Show Fmr. NY Aide Blocking Taiwan Contact06:44 Trump Admin. Pours Billions Into Key Domestic Sectors08:31 15 Nations Urge End to China's Human Rights Abuses10:03 Falun Gong Protesters Attacked by Pro-CCP Groups12:09 China, Russia Voice Support for Maduro13:00 Maduro Accused of Leading Terrorist Organization13:44 More Than 80% of Venezuelans Oppose Maduro14:48 Trump: Envoys Preparing to Go to Ukraine and Russia16:38 Gen. Stilwell on China's History of “Empty Promises”

Homily of Fr. Mike O'Connor from Mass October 10, 2025 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Readings Jl 1:13-15; 2:1-2 Lk 11:15-26 If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give

Homily of Fr. Mike O'Connor from Mass October 10, 2025 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Readings Jl 1:13-15; 2:1-2 Lk 11:15-26 If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give

HOW ACCURATE ARE THE CLAIMS OF FAMINE IN GAZA? HEADLINE 1: The Treasury Department rolled out a fresh batch of Iran sanctions.HEADLINE 2: In response to Israel's strike against Hamas leaders in Doha, representatives from nearly 60 Arab and Islamic countries convened in Qatar to lash out at Israel.HEADLINE 3: Israel carried out strikes against Yemen's Hodeidah Port.--FDD Senior Research Analyst Natalie Ecanow, filling in for Jonathan Schanzer, provides timely situational updates and analysis, followed by a conversation with FDD Vice President of Research David Adesnik.Learn more at: fdd.org/fddmorningbrief--Featured FDD Pieces: "The Saudi-Qatari Competition for Influence in Syria" - Ahmad Sharawi and Natalie Ecanow, The Jerusalem Strategic Tribune"Three years later, Iran's freedom martyr Mahsa Amini inspires demands for change" - Rich Goldberg and Benham Ben Taleblu, New York Post"President Trump, Don't Settle for Empty Promises on Reindustrialization" - Emily de La Bruyere and Nathan Picarsic, NewsweekFor COGAT statistics on humanitarian aid in Gaza: https://gaza-aid-data.gov.il/mainhome#AidData

Support our sponsor, FarmKind, to fix factory farming: https://www.farmkind.givingThe code “ROBINSON” will increase your donation by 50% with a bump from large donors.Richard Wolff is Professor Emeritus of Economics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and a visiting professor at The New School, where he works on economics in the Marxist tradition. This is Richard's ninth  appearance on Robinson's Podcast. In this episode, Richard and Robinson discuss the tariffs that President Donald Trump would like to place on goods imported from around the world. More particularly, they cover the real problems America is facing that Trump has to solve, the connection to Russia, China, and the BRICS, Elon Musk and electric vehicles, and more. Richard's latest book is Understanding Capitalism (Democracy at Work, 2024).Understanding Capitalism (Book): https://www.democracyatwork.info/understanding_capitalismRichard's Website: https://www.rdwolff.comEconomic Update: https://www.democracyatwork.info/economicupdateOUTLINE00:00:00 Introduction00:01:07 Is Trump's Tariff Plan Nuts?00:06:31 Is the United States Unsustainable?00:15:33 Can Tariffs Solve America's Debt Problems?00:19:17 Tesla's Electric Vehicle Tariff War on China00:25:19 The Declining American Empire00:32:53 Exposing the Myths About Trump's Tariffs00:44:55 The Empty Promises of American Politics00:53:54 Why DC Doesn't Have Representation in Congress01:00:22 The Bizarre Alliance Between Israel and the United States01:04:48 Why Russia Is Exempt from Trump's Tariffs01:13:48 Are Israel and the United States “Winning” Against Gaza?01:24:25 How Wealth Now Controls the United States01:27:52 On The Impending Economic Downturn in the United States01:31:47 How Trump is Turning Allies into Enemies01:37:12 America's Terrible Healthcare01:42:25 Who Really Rules America?01:57:04 How Should Trump Solve America's Real Problems?02:04:39 What America Can Learn from Britain's CollapseRobinson's Website: http://robinsonerhardt.comRobinson Erhardt researches symbolic logic and the foundations of mathematics at Stanford University, where is also a JD candidate in the Law School.

Chasing after things that promise fulfillment but leave you empty? You're not alone. In this powerful message that kicks off our new series "The Prodigal," Pastor explores the timeless story of the prodigal son and reveals how to recognize the mirages in our own lives. From Wile E. Coyote cartoons to life-changing biblical truth from Luke 15, this teaching will help you stop chasing empty promises and start asking the right questions. Whether you're wrestling with disappointment, confusion, or wondering if God is really who He says He is—this message is packed with hope, grace, and practical wisdom. God's not just offering you His stuff. He's offering you Himself. Scripture Reference: Luke 15 Big Idea: Empty promises aren't just disappointments—they're invitations to something greater. Key Quote: "We ask God to do things in our life, but instead of trusting the Father for the outcome, we get upset when it doesn't happen the way we thought it should." ⸻ Topics in this Message: • Recognizing the mirages we chase in life • The difference between religious people and Jesus people • Why asking "what" instead of "why" changes everything • Understanding that you were made for more than this world • How God's grace meets us where we are • Finding fulfillment in relationship, not religion +++++++ Join us for church this Sunday. For service times and meeting location please visit https://transformtlh.com/

This in-depth guide helps you identify the psychological manipulation techniques that can undermine your self-trust and emotional well-being. 00:00 - What Is Future Faking? 03:42 - The Trap of Hope and Empty Promises 03:54 - What Is Stonewalling? 07:06 - The Psychological Toll of Stonewalling 08:26 - Understanding Gaslighting 11:01 - How Gaslighting Destroys Self-Trust 12:24 - Escaping the Gaslighting Cycle 12:45 - Love Bombing: Intensity as Control 15:00 - Emotional Addiction and the Love Bombing Cycle 16:13 - Breaking Free from Love Bombing 16:58 - Guilt Tripping: Manipulation Through Empathy 19:48 - Recognizing and Resisting Guilt Tripping 20:51 - Triangulation: Dividing to Control 24:55 - How to Shut Down Triangulation 25:45 - The Silent Treatment: Punishment Disguised as Peace 28:54 - Responding to Emotional Starvation 29:42 - Shifting the Blame: How Manipulators Avoid Accountability 33:51 - Stop Accepting Misplaced Guilt 34:29 - Playing the Victim: Turning Accountability Into Sympathy 38:27 - Spotting the Perpetual Victim Game 38:33 - Closure as Control: When Letting Go Is Denied 42:00 - Real Closure Comes from Within 42:37 - Projection: Accusing You of What They're Doing 46:10 - Defuse Projection by Trusting Reality 46:30 - Feigning Helplessness: The Burden Shift 50:04 - Setting Boundaries with Fake Helplessness 51:00 - Creating Dependency to Keep You Trapped 54:59 - Reclaiming Your Independence 55:27 - Using Fear as Leverage 59:01 - When Fear Controls, Freedom Disappears 1:00:04 - Blurring Boundaries: The Subtle Erosion of Autonomy 1:04:18 - How to Hold Your Ground 1:04:37 - False Ultimatums: Coercion in Disguise 1:08:14 - Walk Away from Manipulative Choices 1:08:31 - Pity Plays: Sympathy as a Weapon 1:12:02 - Spot the Difference Between Help and Control 1:12:20 - Goading Emotional Outbursts 1:17:08 - Keep Calm and Kill Their Control 1:17:15 - Weaponized Insecurity: Your Doubts, Their Power 1:21:07 - Grow Beyond the Insecurities They Feed 1:21:16 - Inducing Shame: The Deepest Cut 1:25:36 - You Are Not Broken—They Want You to Believe That 1:25:48 - Breadcrumbing: The Illusion of Possibility 1:29:04 - You Deserve More Than Crumbs 1:29:10 - Moving the Goalposts: Success That Never Arrives 1:32:46 - Stop Chasing Shifting Standards 1:32:57 - Twisting Words: When They Rewrite What You Said 1:36:49 - Stay Centered in the Truth 1:36:54 - Backhanded Compliments: Subtle Insults in Disguise 1:41:24 - Take Back Your Confidence 1:41:43 - Rewriting History: Denying What Happened 1:46:02 - Trust Your Memory, Not Their Lies 1:46:07 - Feigning Ignorance: “I Didn't Know” as a Shield 1:50:25 - Stop Explaining What They Already Understand 1:50:41 - Strategic Compliments: Flattery with Strings 1:54:01 - Compliments That Control 1:54:06 - Creating Uncertainty to Keep You Off-Balance 1:59:19 - Trust Yourself, Not Their Confusion 1:59:31 - Withholding Affection: Love on a Leash 2:04:23 - Love Doesn't Disappear When You Disagree 2:04:39 - Shaming Emotional Reactions 2:09:14 - You're Allowed to Feel 2:09:27 - Intermittent Reinforcement: Emotional Gambling 2:14:05 - Stop Chasing the Highs 2:14:11 - Grooming: Building Trust to Gain Control 2:19:16 - Spotting the Trap Disguised as Care 2:19:29 - Creating Rivalries to Divide and Conquer 2:23:36 - Choose Connection Over Competition 2:23:42 - Weaponizing Kindness: Generosity with Strings 2:28:34 - You Don't Owe Anyone for Kindness 2:28:49 - Sudden Withdrawals: Disappearing to Control 2:33:17 - Stop Chasing Their Return 2:33:23 - Feigning Outrage to Silence You 2:38:23 - Don't Let Their Drama Derail You 2:38:32 - Martyr Complex: “Look at All I Do for You” 2:42:51 - You're Not Responsible for Their Sacrifice

You've been there: You look up and realize you did it again—that thing you know you shouldn't do and said you'd never do again. But here you are. And for a moment, it felt good—until it didn't. The guilt, shame and regret kicked in so quick. And the fallout was far worse than you thought. Why do we all do this? Why do we continue to take the bait, even when we see the hook? Why do we fall for it again and again? Is it possible to resist it before it wrecks what matters most? Can you actually exit the cycle of repetition and regret? How?If you're new with us, let us know how we can be praying for you, we invite you to fill out an online Connect Card by visiting https://southhillschurch.churchcenter.com/people/forms/91550—If you are looking for what is next for you, we invite you to fill out an online “Next Steps” card by visiting https://southhillschurch.churchcenter.com/people/forms/672517To give with us select the Give tab on the Church Center App or visit https://southhills.org/giving/ and select the Corona Fund or Corona BOW Fund—Visit our Linktree to find out more about everything mentioned in today's message or follow along with the message slides:https://linktr.ee/SouthHillsCorona —To RSVP for On-Campus Events select the Events tab on the Church Center App or visit https://southhills.org/corona/

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Proverbs 25:13-15Reliability, empty promises, the blessing of rain, time and patience

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "make empty promises" in Chinese.

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Send us a textMarc and Claire Headley expose the systematic financial scams Scientology perpetrates against its own members, revealing internal secrets from their combined 28 years at Scientology's International Headquarters.• The "Bridge to Total Freedom" prominently displays OT levels 9-15, but these levels don't actually exist• L. Ron Hubbard died after only completing materials up to OT8, yet Scientology continues selling the promise of these non-existent levels• Scientology constantly moves the goalposts for releasing these levels (first all orgs reaching "St. Hill size," then becoming "Ideal Orgs")• The L. Ron Hubbard Hall in Clearwater has been fundraised for over 20 years but never built, while donations generate investment returns• Multiple Scientologists were told they exclusively funded the same architectural elements, like crosses on buildings• The "Outer Org Trainee" program forces smaller Scientology organizations to send staff to Florida for "training" at exorbitant costs• These staff members become cheap labor for Florida facilities and get poached for the Sea Organization• The World Institute of Scientology Enterprises (WISE) prevents Scientologists from using the legal system for business disputes• Reed Slatkin, a Scientology minister, ran a massive Ponzi scheme, primarily defrauding fellow Scientologists• Scientology has perfected binding contracts that prevent members from seeking legal recourse for any harm experiencedIf you've experienced financial fraud by Scientology, such as unauthorized credit card charges, contact the Aftermath Foundation through their website. Many victims have successfully recovered their money with proper assistance.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...

Nate challenges all of us to take a good self evaluation because nothing under the sun can fulfill us. As the teacher say,  "But as I looked at everything I had worked so hard to accomplish, it was all so meaningless—like chasing the wind. There was nothing really worthwhile anywhere."

Is the tech industry rotting from the inside out? Ed Zitron thinks so. As a PR expert, media critic, and outspoken tech industry commentator, Zitron pulls no punches discussing what he calls the "ROT economy" - where growth at all costs has replaced innovation and customer value. In this brutally honest conversation with Guy Kawasaki, Zitron dissects OpenAI's unsustainable business model, critiques tech billionaires' empty pursuit of wealth at the expense of happiness, and challenges the AI hype cycle. From questioning Blue Origin's all-women space flight to explaining why he refuses clients like Meta and Microsoft, Zitron offers a refreshing counterpoint to Silicon Valley groupthink while advocating for a tech industry that prioritizes workers and customers over shareholder returns.---Guy Kawasaki is on a mission to make you remarkable. His Remarkable People podcast features interviews with remarkable people such as Jane Goodall, Marc Benioff, Woz, Kristi Yamaguchi, and Bob Cialdini. Every episode will make you more remarkable.With his decades of experience in Silicon Valley as a Venture Capitalist and advisor to the top entrepreneurs in the world, Guy's questions come from a place of curiosity and passion for technology, start-ups, entrepreneurship, and marketing. If you love society and culture, documentaries, and business podcasts, take a second to follow Remarkable People.Listeners of the Remarkable People podcast will learn from some of the most successful people in the world with practical tips and inspiring stories that will help you be more remarkable.Episodes of Remarkable People organized by topic: https://bit.ly/rptopologyListen to Remarkable People here: **https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/guy-kawasakis-remarkable-people/id1483081827**Like this show? Please leave us a review -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter handle so we can thank you personally!Thank you for your support; it helps the show!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Read OnlineOne of the Twelve, who was called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests and said, “What are you willing to give me if I hand him over to you?” They paid him thirty pieces of silver, and from that time on he looked for an opportunity to hand him over. Matthew 26:14–16The desire for money can become a powerful incentive to betray our Lord. In this Gospel passage, it seems clear that Judas' betrayal was based on his desire for money. He most likely had some level of faith in our Lord, or he wouldn't have become His disciple. But even if Judas did have some level of faith, his desire for money appeared to overshadow the faith he may have had.One of the central lessons we can learn from Judas is that the desire for money is a powerful incentive for the decisions we make. So many of the great saints have taught us that the path to holiness consists, first, in a purification of all our disordered affections. And since one of the most powerful attachments that many struggle with is an attachment to money, this is an important desire to purify in all of our lives.It's true that material possessions are not evil when they are used for the fulfillment of God's will. But the desire for more, for an excess, will always cloud our ability to see clearly the will of God and live for His glory alone.Once Judas had betrayed our Lord and Jesus was arrested, recall that Judas “deeply regretted what he had done.” And during Jesus' trial, Judas went back to the chief priests and said “I have sinned in betraying innocent blood” in an apparent attempt to stop the trial. But Jesus' death was set in motion and could not be stopped. As a result, Judas returned the money and sadly went off to hang himself (See Matthew 27:3–5).The desire Judas had for money clouded his thinking. And his sin did to him what sin always does. As soon as his sin of betrayal was done, Judas saw the consequences of that choice. And the consequences grieved him deeply. He learned that choosing sin ends with an empty promise. He realized that thirty pieces of silver was not worth the value of his soul. But of course, even then Judas could have repented and received the mercy of God. But he didn't. He simply ended his life in ultimate despair. Reflect, today, upon the witness of Judas. Use him as a source of meditation and self-examination this Holy Week. What is it in your life that you desire more than our Lord? What temptation clouds your thinking and leads you to choices that you know will end in emptiness? Strive to eradicate every disordered desire within you this day and choose wisely the will of God instead. Do not let yourself continue to believe the lies that keep you from making Jesus and His holy will the one and only focus of your life. My divine Lord, You and You alone must become the focus of my life. You and You alone are of the greatest value in life. Help me to shed all earthly desires in life so that I will not fall into the temptations that lead to empty promises and so that I will embrace the true and fulfilling promises that come from You. Jesus, I trust in You.  Image: Giotto, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

On this episode of The Nation Podcast, D.D. Guttenplan is joined by Bryce Covert to discuss her investigation in the May 2025 issue of The Nation, “McDonald's Still Has a Real Sexual Harassment Problem That's Not Going Away.”Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this week's episode of Niche Pursuits News, Jared and Thomas discuss the recent Bloomberg article highlighting the fallout from Google's Creator Summit. Despite promises made by Google to help small publishers recover from the Helpful Content Update, little has changed, and many creators are still struggling with plummeting traffic. Jared and Thomas also cover TikTok's uncertain future, as it faces a 75-day deadline extension to find a buyer, and the impact on advertisers. The hosts also explore the latest AI tool advancements, like MidJourney 7 and GPT-4.0, before Jared and Thomas share updates on their side hustles and the weird niches of the week! Links & Resources Bloomberg's article, "Google AI Search Shift Leaves Website Makers Feeling ‘Betrayed'" - https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-04-07/google-ai-search-shift-leaves-website-makers-feeling-betrayed TikTok sale extention update - https://searchengineland.com/trump-extends-tiktok-sale-shutdown-75-days-453968 Advertising uncertainity for TikTok - https://searchengineland.com/tiktok-meta-advertisers-q12025-454041 Midjourney releases Version 7 - https://techcrunch.com/2025/04/03/midjourney-releases-its-first-new-ai-image-model-in-nearly-a-year/  Past interview with Jake Cain - Inside Google's "Secret" Meeting with 20 HCU Crushed Bloggers - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_6FqA87Lfc Past interview with Morgan McBride - Gaslighting by Google? A Creator Summit Blogger Tells All- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rq77Xjbx_mQ Ready to join a niche publishing mastermind, and hear from industry experts each week?  Join the Niche Pursuits Community here: https://community.nichepursuits.com Be sure to get more content like this in the Niche Pursuits Newsletter Right Here: https://www.nichepursuits.com/newsletter Want a Faster and Easier Way to Build Internal Links?  Get $15 off Link Whisper with Discount Code "Podcast" on the Checkout Screen: https://www.nichepursuits.com/linkwhisper Get SEO Consulting from the Niche Pursuits Podcast Host, Jared Bauman: https://www.nichepursuits.com/201creative

Marc & Kim kick off a fast-paced Friday show with laughs, rants, and hard truths. Carl shares tales from the Frozen Four, Kim vents about parenting meltdowns at restaurants, and Cardinals fans gear up for sweatshirt weather. Marc shreds the media's lies around Missouri's Amendment 3 rewrite, exposes the sketchy behavior of a Space Force commander in Greenland, and dissects Mayor-Elect Kara Spencer's political posturing on “regional cooperation.” Kim takes the lead in “Kim on a Whim,” torching America's crumbling dress code culture, from sweatpants in steakhouses to office sloppiness. It's politics, culture, and unfiltered commentary—all in one fiery Friday edition.

Kath tells Pat credit repair agencies, an industry which take the scam that is the credit score an adds another scam on top of it. We talk about the conditions that allowed this industry to flourish, and recent attempts to protect consumers from its manipulations.Much of the info in this podcast is available in Maddy Crowell's recent article "The Big, Empty Promises of the Ballooning Credit Repair Industry", available here: https://newrepublic.com/article/192064/big-empty-promises-ballooning-credit-repair-industry

Pastor Kelly Soiles reflects on the Fyre Festival's empty promises to draw a parallel between worldly pursuits and true fulfillment found in Jesus, urging the audience to consider where they seek satisfaction.

In this week's episode, we continue with our book study on the Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe (chapters 9-12). We discuss themes like the false narrative of the enemy, the dynamic of stoney hearts that God wants to restore and turn to flesh, true living of the paschal mystery, and the power of God's resurrection power in our lives. We hope you enjoy this episode!   Heather's One Thing - The Abiding Together small groups! We love you! Sister Miriam's One Thing - Fire Within- Fr. Thomas Dubay Michelle's One Thing - The movie “Gifted”   Journal Questions: Instead of being child-like, we can be childish with God. What is the difference between these two dynamics that I can see in my own life? The enemy makes empty promises. What is one empty promise that he has made to me? What is one promise of God and His faithfulness that I have seen at work in my life? “Battle looks like surrender.” What is one battle that I need to move into a disposition of surrender to God?   Discussion Questions: What is one of the false narratives that the enemy has been telling in your life? What do you think the Father wants to say about that false narrative? What area of your heart do you feel has been turned to stone or has been hardened? Why? “Hurting people, hurt people.” How have you experienced this concept and how can we offer a response of healing? Where have you settled for the dry bread from the enemy instead of the banquet that God is offering you? Quote to Ponder: "Aslan is on the move” - (Mr. Beaver) C.S. Lewis - The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Scripture for Lectio:  “A new heart I will give you, and a new spirit I will put within you; and I will remove from your body the heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.” -Ezekiel 36:26 Timestamps: (00:00) - Introduction (01:36) - Welcome (03:42) - Edmund's Narrative (10:48) - The Winter in Our Hearts (13:16) - Father Christmas vs the White Witch (15:15) - The Gifts of Father Christmas (20:03) - The Empty Promises of Turkish Delight (23:02) - The Thawing of Winter into Spring (27:09) - One Things