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What if spending time in nature isn't simply good for you, but something your brain is biologically designed to need? In this solo episode, Darin explores the sensory neuroscience of nature and the growing research suggesting that our increasingly indoor lives may be fundamentally mismatched with the environments our brains and nervous systems evolved to experience. From walls and screens to fluorescent lights, traffic, right angles, and constant notifications, modern environments bombard us with sensory inputs our ancestors never encountered at this scale. The numbers put that mismatch into perspective. Darin highlights research suggesting the average American spends roughly 87% of life indoors and another 6% inside vehicles. In other words, we've effectively become an indoor species living inside outdoor-evolved bodies, brains, eyes, and nervous systems. Darin breaks down why this isn't merely another reminder to "go outside." He explores how modern environments place continuous demands on executive attention, why sustained attention can eventually give way to rumination and mental chatter, and what more than 100 brain-imaging studies may reveal about what happens when we finally return our brains to natural environments. This episode ultimately asks a surprisingly important question: What if nature isn't a luxury or lifestyle preference, but a biological input we've slowly removed from our lives? What You'll Learn Why your brain evolved for branches, coastlines, clouds, mountains, and irregular natural geometry instead of straight lines How much of the average American's life is now spent indoors or inside vehicles Why Darin describes modern life as an evolutionary mismatch for the nervous system How artificial environments continually demand processing from your executive attention system Why sustained directed attention can eventually lead to fatigue, rumination, and mental chatter How light, sound, movement, visual patterns, and circadian cues shaped the human nervous system Why simply telling people to "go outside more" may underestimate what's happening neurologically What researchers mean by high-load visual and auditory environments What a review of more than 100 brain-imaging studies investigated about nature exposure What the brain scans reveal about nature, fractal patterns, rumination, and neural restoration in the second half of the episode Chapters 00:00:03 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:34 – Sponsor: Alkemis 00:03:25 – When was the last time you stopped seeing straight lines? 00:03:49 – Your brain wasn't designed for the geometry of modern life 00:04:44 – The sensory neuroscience of nature 00:05:14 – Why your nervous system may be starving indoors 00:05:49 – Darin records the episode outside 00:06:04 – How much of our lives do we actually spend indoors? 00:06:48 – Outdoor-evolved humans have become an indoor species 00:07:47 – Why "go outside" is more than feel-good advice 00:08:22 – The evolutionary mismatch affecting your nervous system 00:09:33 – Ancient biological hardware in a radically modern environment 00:09:49 – How indoor environments overload your attention system 00:10:47 – Sponsor: Manna Vitality 00:12:42 – Your attention system wasn't built for infinite stimulation 00:13:00 – Rumination, looping thoughts, and mental chatter 00:13:24 – The fatal convenience of modern civilization 00:13:58 – What we've removed from the human sensory environment 00:14:19 – The neuroscience deep dive begins 00:14:40 – More than 100 brain-imaging studies on nature exposure 00:15:18 – The question researchers wanted to answer 00:15:19 – Why the rest of the neuroscience matters 00:15:34 – What do brain scans actually show when you enter nature? 00:15:49 – Continue the full episode on Patreon 00:15:52 – The four-stage neurological cascade coming next 00:16:02 – Fractal fluency and the hidden geometry of nature 00:16:07 – Nature, the brain, and depressive rumination 00:16:18 – How much nature does your brain actually need? 00:16:31 – Final thoughts and Patreon continuation Thank You to Our Sponsors Alkemis: Go to https://alkemispaint.com/ and use code DARIN10 for 10% off your order. Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ and use code DARIN12 for 12% off your order. 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 Find More from Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness Key Takeaway "We've become an indoor species living inside outdoor-evolved bodies and brains. Your nervous system developed over hundreds of thousands of years surrounded by sunlight, wind, trees, irregular sounds, natural rhythms, and complex patterns, yet we've replaced much of that environment with walls, screens, fluorescent lights, traffic, notifications, and straight lines. Going outside isn't simply a nice thing to do when you have extra time. Nature may be one of the fundamental sensory inputs your brain has been waiting for you to put back into your life." Bibliography/Sources: Primary Neuroscience & Brain Imaging Bratman, G. N., Hamilton, J. P., Hahn, K. S., Daily, G. C., & Gross, J. J. (2015). Nature experience reduces rumination and subgenual prefrontal cortex activation. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 112(28), 8567–8572 . https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.1510459112 Estarellas, M., et al. (2026). Your brain on nature: A scoping review of the neuroscience of nature exposure. Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews . https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0149763426000205 Environmental Psychology & Physiological Stress Antonelli, M., Barbieri, G., & Donelli, D. (2019). Effects of forest bathing (shinrin-yoku) on levels of cortisol as a stress biomarker: A systematic review and meta-analysis. International Journal of Biometeorology, 63(8), 1117–1134 . https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31001682/ Kaplan, S. (1995). The restorative benefits of nature: Toward an integrative framework. Journal of Environmental Psychology, 15(3), 169–182 . Klepeis, N. E., et al. (2001). The National Human Activity Pattern Survey (NHAPS): A resource for assessing exposure to environmental pollutants. Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory / U.S. EPA . Lee, M. S., Lee, J., Park, B. J., & Miyazaki, Y. (2015). Interaction with indoor plants may reduce psychological and physiological stress by suppressing autonomic nervous system activity in young adults: A randomized crossover study. Journal of Physiological Anthropology, 34, Article 21 . https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40101-015-0060-8 Ulrich, R. S. (1984). View through a window may influence recovery from surgery. Science, 224(4647), 420–421 . https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/science.6143402 News Coverage & Summaries BuildingGreen. (n.d.). We spend 90% of our time indoors. Says who? . https://www.buildinggreen.com/blog/we-spend-90-our-time-indoors-says-who McGill Newsroom. (n.d.). How stepping into nature affects the brain . https://www.mcgill.ca/newsroom/channels/news/how-stepping-nature-affects-brain-371263 Nolan, K. (n.d.). Fractal patterns in nature and art are aesthetically pleasing and stress-reducing. Smithsonian Magazine . https://www.smithsonianmag.com/innovation/fractal-patterns-nature-and-art-are-aesthetically-pleasing-and-stress-reducing-180962738/

When is a rule not a rule? When is vital camping gear not vital? This week we are pleased to be joined by Tony and Tina from TNT RVing to talk a little bit more about campground rules, and opine about gear and gadgets that some people think are vital and other people think are a waste of precious storage space.   You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0375 The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping. Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to podcast episode 375 with special guests! 02:09 - You can advertise on the StressLess Camping website and podcast 03:21 - Is there a grey area in campground rules? 03:51 - Do you follow campground rules? Do you even read them? 04:31 - Rule: RV washing. Is there a grey area? 09:33 - Rule: Campfires 12:59 - Rule: Speed Limits 14:54 - Rule: Rugs 16:49 - What's essential in an RV - from the manufacturer? 18:12 - Essential: Toilets 18:35 - Essential: Ovens? 22:46 - Essential appliances - something for everyone 25:12 - Dinettes versus theater seats 29:12 - Amenities versus size 29:47 - Surprise! We have shopping tips! 34:04 - Let's slide into this topic 38:02 - What small appliances are essential to you? 42:01 - TNT is upgrading their upfit at ABC Upfitters 44:58 - Recipe of the Week: Beef and Broccoli 45:29 - Questions of the Week

Mule deer are still the vanishing icon of the West, and if you care about public land hunting, this conversation explains exactly why. Greg Sheehan, CEO of the Mule Deer Foundation, lays out the hard truth behind the decline, what changed after the mule deer heyday, and what hunters and conservation groups are doing right now to turn it around. Greg brings a rare perspective to the problem. He's spent decades on both sides of wildlife management, from the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Bureau of Land Management, and now he's focused on one species and one mission - restoring mule deer and their habitat. We break down the forces reshaping mule deer numbers across the West, including habitat loss, winter severity, drought, wildfire, migration barriers, invasive grasses, disease, and competition from other deer species. Greg also explains why modern mule deer management is so different from the 1960s boom years, why the old “good old days” are gone, and why today's hunters are seeing fewer mature bucks on the landscape. You'll discover: Why mule deer populations surged in the early 1900s and peaked mid-century How severe winters in the early 1990s reshaped deer herds across the West The “menacing seven” threats hurting mule deer today Why fence removal, sagebrush planting, guzzlers, and habitat work matter so much How access on National Wildlife Refuges expanded and why that was a major win for hunters We also get into the bigger conservation picture - how state agencies, federal land managers, and groups like the Mule Deer Foundation fund real on-the-ground projects, why membership matters, and what it takes to keep mule deer from becoming a rare opportunity instead of a mainstream hunt.Essential listening if you hunt mule deer, care about western habitat, or want to understand what's really happening behind the numbers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Mule deer are still the vanishing icon of the West, and if you care about public land hunting, this conversation explains exactly why. Greg Sheehan, CEO of the Mule Deer Foundation, lays out the hard truth behind the decline, what changed after the mule deer heyday, and what hunters and conservation groups are doing right now to turn it around. Greg brings a rare perspective to the problem. He's spent decades on both sides of wildlife management, from the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Bureau of Land Management, and now he's focused on one species and one mission - restoring mule deer and their habitat. We break down the forces reshaping mule deer numbers across the West, including habitat loss, winter severity, drought, wildfire, migration barriers, invasive grasses, disease, and competition from other deer species. Greg also explains why modern mule deer management is so different from the 1960s boom years, why the old “good old days” are gone, and why today's hunters are seeing fewer mature bucks on the landscape. You'll discover: Why mule deer populations surged in the early 1900s and peaked mid-century How severe winters in the early 1990s reshaped deer herds across the West The “menacing seven” threats hurting mule deer today Why fence removal, sagebrush planting, guzzlers, and habitat work matter so much How access on National Wildlife Refuges expanded and why that was a major win for hunters We also get into the bigger conservation picture - how state agencies, federal land managers, and groups like the Mule Deer Foundation fund real on-the-ground projects, why membership matters, and what it takes to keep mule deer from becoming a rare opportunity instead of a mainstream hunt.Essential listening if you hunt mule deer, care about western habitat, or want to understand what's really happening behind the numbers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One Nation has had another electoral win, having flipped the Labor seat of Secret Harbour in a Western Australian byelection on Saturday. So what does this signal for the upcoming contest at the Victorian state election? Guardian Australia political reporter and live blogger Krishani Dhanji speaks with Essential Media chair Peter Lewis about how Pauline Hanson's party is tapping into low social engagement, and how Labor can better respond during this time of technological and global uncertainty

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​We're going back to the movie that started it all! Before the MCU was even a blueprint, 2000's X-Men proved that grounded superhero cinema could rule the box office.​On this episode, we're breaking down the original Fox blockbuster scene-by-scene, from Hugh Jackman's last-minute casting drama to the iconic dynamic between Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen. Plus, we untangle the real story behind Halle Berry's infamous Toad line, hidden Easter eggs, and how this movie set the foundation for two decades of Marvel films. follow @kevin27wrld

What makes an analytics or intelligence product indispensable when technical sophistication alone isn't enough to drive adoption, renewals, or sales? Why do POCs stall, why does adoption stay flat, and why aren't prospects nearly as excited about your (impressive) analytics tech as you are?      It's that the value never becomes obvious to the humans in the loop who do the buying, using, and justifying.     In this episode, I provide a framework for identifying the personas (roles) and experiences that can turn sophisticated analytical capability into perceived value. We'll explore the five essential control surfaces you'll need to address in your product and why founders and product leaders need to look beyond technical development (e.g., the delivery of AI models, dashboards, MCP connectors, agentic capabilities, and traditional interfaces).      I also examine the tensions that can emerge when incentives and goals for end users are not aligned with those of management and executive/fiscal buyers. Why does the efficiency ROI you sell to a management champion get read as a job threat to the operator/user whose adoption you need to succeed? I'll answer this, plus the reasons AI can complicate those dynamics, how to prevent your product from creating an Invisible Intelligence Gap for customers, and why one past podcast guest's “shipping the meter” matters much more than another feature. (That will also explain why I don't think dashboards are dead in the age of AI.)      Highlights / Skip to: Short-term stakeholders you shouldn't forget to satisfy (particularly during POCs/Demos) such as legal, compliance, and the game of defense “value be damned” they are playing (4:14) Not every mouth is equally hungry: deciding which personas deserve the most product attention (8:23) End users of your product such as developers, analysts, business users (often ICs) operating your product daily—and why the real bar is whether they would complain to the C-suite if your product went away (9:12) How managers of ICs (e.g., sales directors, customer service managers, VPs of data, etc.) might need something very different than end users, and why the manager's needs might be a threat to those very IC users. The 3-part fix? Making all parties look successful to their superiors; improving the lives of those stakeholders; and arming champions with the evidence fiscal buyers need  (11:08) The unique needs of executive and financial stakeholders who might have the most decision power while using your product the least (15:59) Why “shipping the meter” and the Invisible Intelligence Gap decide whether your product survives the next budget cut (17:07) The “AI Agent” as a “user” of your product: Why I think agents ride in a sidecar attached to humans and what you need to do to enable your customers and their AI agents to be successful (21:23) Why figuring out what control surfaces/UIs/UXs you may need to improve is the easy part if you know what they are a response to (26:37)   Links 197 - Agentic AI Isn't a Moat for Analytics Products.This is. - My episode on viable moats for BI/Analytics products in the age of AI The Invisible Intelligence Gap Behavioral Signals CEO Rana Gujral on “Shipping the Meter” is in Episode 198 Need help identifying the 5 control surfaces in your product and satisfying the human users behind them? Schedule a free discovery call with me

Spiritual pride is sneakier than obvious sin - and it can hide inside your prayers, your Bible reading, your theology, and even your humility. Tim Holloway breaks down John of the Cross's Dark Night of the Soul to show why God's humbling seasons are not punishment, but formation.If you've ever felt spiritually “mature,” looked down on other Christians, or wondered why correction feels so painful, this conversation will challenge you. Tim traces the danger of tribalism, self-righteousness, and false humility, then shows how God uses testing to move you beyond a comfort-first faith into something deeper.You'll discover: why “nurturing” faith is good, but not meant to be the final stage how spiritual disciplines become dangerous when they turn into badges of honor why comparison, correction, and religious performance reveal hidden pride how false humility can sound holy while actually contradicting what God says about you what true humility looks like when your identity is rooted in God's view, not public approval Tim also connects the chapter's themes to practical examples from church culture, morality, and the way believers use scripture, worship, and service either as instruments of love or weapons of superiority. Along the way, he points to the deeper goal of spiritual growth: not looking impressive, but becoming more loving.If you need a reset from religious performance, this episode will expose the subtle ways pride distorts faith and invite you back to a spirituality that is measured by love, not status. Essential listening if you want a more honest, grounded, and transformative walk with God. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Worthington pearls vanish, a murder turns the case upside down, and Boston Blackie has to outwit Inspector Faraday before the entire city comes crashing down on him. If you like fast-talking noir, double-crosses, and a hero who can think his way out of a police dragnet, this one is built for you. Blackie starts the story already under suspicion, with Faraday searching his coat for the stolen jewels while Shorty and Duke Butcher add fuel to a situation that is getting dangerous by the minute. But the real problem is what happens after Duke shows up, a fight breaks out, and the room suddenly contains a dead man, a missing truth, and one very unhappy inspector who is ready to make an arrest. You'll hear how Blackie, Shorty, Duke Butcher, Whitey Scanlon, and Inspector Faraday each shape the chase for the Worthington pearls. Blackie keeps turning the tables with a trail of misdirection and razor-sharp alibis, Shorty gets dragged deeper into the mess, Duke's hidden role in the theft starts to surface, and Scanlon enters with enough pressure to make the whole scheme crack open. We break down the key twists: how the pearls get planted, why Faraday fails to find them, how the tobacco jar becomes the most important hiding place in town, and why the wrong suspect can look guilty even when he's trying to help. Every move matters, because one bad search, one bad assumption, or one missed clue is enough to hand the case to the real thief.This episode captures everything that makes Boston Blackie a classic - clever reversals, escalating danger, and the kind of cat-and-mouse storytelling that keeps you listening just to see who gets fooled next. Essential listening if you love vintage crime stories where the smartest person in the room is never the one holding the badge.

Muscle, Movement, and Bone Strength: Why Resistance Training Is Essential Beyond Walking and JumpingMany clients with osteopenia or osteoporosis are told to walk more, stay active, and protect their bones, but what if they are missing one of the most important factors influencing bone strength?Bone health is not just about the skeleton. It is connected to the muscles that support it, the forces placed on it, and the body's ability to adapt and rebuild.In this episode, Dr. Ritamarie Loscalzo explores the often-overlooked relationship between muscle and bone and why practitioners need to look beyond general recommendations like “stay active” when supporting clients with bone loss.You'll discover why strength, movement capacity, and individualized progression are essential pieces of a comprehensive bone health strategy.What's Inside This Episode?Why some clients continue losing bone despite being activeThe connection between muscle health and bone resilienceThe overlooked role of strength when evaluating bone healthWhy “exercise” is not a complete recommendation for clients with bone lossThe questions practitioners should ask before creating a movement planHow to recognize when a client needs a different starting pointWhy personalized strategies matter more than generic protocolsHow muscle, metabolism, and whole-body health connect to bone strengthResources and Links:Download the full transcript hereGrab your Beyond Protocols Guide for a step-by-step framework integrating genetics, labs, and functional assessments into root-cause solutionsJoin the Next-Level Health Practitioner Facebook group here for free resources and community supportVisit INEMethod.com for advanced health practitioner training and tools to elevate your clinical skills and grow your practice by getting life-changing results.Check out other podcast episodes here

Soumil Arora and Kunal Shah discuss the upcoming Italian Grand Prix at the "Temple of Speed" circuit aka Monza. Will the tifosi have anything to cheer for with Ferrari's repeated strategy errors and Andrea Kimi Antonelli's grid penalty for a power unit change? Monza could be the first real stress test of the 2026 Formula 1 era. The Temple of Speed may turn into the Temple of Super Clipping, and Kunal and Soumil break down why the Italian Grand Prix could expose everything this new generation of cars was supposed to fix. With the fastest historic circuit in Formula 1 facing the most technologically advanced cars ever built, this weekend could be a brutal reality check. The duo dig into why lap times could tumble by 3 to 5 seconds, how limited energy harvesting changes the race, and whether Monza's long straights and tricky chicanes might actually create fresh overtaking and strategy opportunities instead of chaos for chaos' sake. You'll discover: - Why Monza is the worst possible place for super clipping to show up - How the new straight-line modes could reshape qualifying and race pace - Why Ferrari's power unit upgrade and Schumacher tribute livery matter at home - The debate around Kimi Antonelli's penalty, and whether Monza is the smartest place to take it - Whether George Russell, Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc, McLaren, Verstappen, and the rest of the field can still flip the script Kunal and Soumil also get into the bigger picture around Ferrari's home-race pressure, Antonelli's rising legacy, McLaren's potential weaknesses at Monza, and why the Tifosi may have a very complicated choice to make between Italian team and Italian driver. This one is packed with sharp technical insight, fan banter, and bold predictions for one of the most fascinating weekends of the 2026 season. Essential listening if you want to know what Monza might reveal about the future of Formula 1 before the cars even hit the track. #F1 #F1Podcast #ItalianGP #Monza Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Are you interested in retaining your best people on your team? It might just be a leadership and culture problem (or opportunity).   For Full Show Notes Visit: https://www.jasonvbarger.com/podcast/retention-culture-problem/   Jason explores why losing your best people isn't just a market condition—it's a leadership and culture problem, and shares a proactive framework to reverse the trend. Please rate and review the podcast to help amplify these messages to others! Summary: In an era of intense competition for top talent, why are so many organizations struggling with a revolving door of their best people? In this solo episode of The Thermostat, Jason V Barger breaks down the reality that employee retention is rarely just a recruitment or compensation issue—it is a direct reflection of an organization's leadership climate. With 57% of employees reporting that a deep distrust in their leadership makes them consider leaving, Jason challenges executives to take immediate ownership of their internal ecosystem. This conversation moves beyond standard HR exit interviews to address the core mechanics of proactive culture building. Jason explores his foundational mantra: "what we allow lingers and what we teach triggers," explaining how toxic behaviors silently suffocate teams and become the default culture when left unaddressed. He then outlines six concrete strategies to transform retention from a defensive panic into a proactive, value-driving competitive advantage. Essential listening for C-Suite executives, HR directors, and team leaders committed to shaping compelling cultures, this episode offers actionable insights on conducting stay interviews, co-creating behavioral standards, and breathing much-needed oxygen into your daily operations. Episode Notes & Timestamps: Intro: Jason welcomes listeners and sets the stage for a conversation on why retention is fundamentally a leadership opportunity. A Milestone Celebration: Thanking the audience as The Thermostat reaches over 345 episodes and continues to grow. The Trust Deficit: Analyzing the staggering statistics that reveal why top talent is actively looking for the exit, including the 57% of employees who consider leaving due to leadership distrust. Allow Lingers vs. Teach Triggers: Deconstructing how toxic behaviors fester into default culture when ignored, and how teaching new habits creates a positive chain reaction. Identify and Intervene: Why the best organizations don't wait for exit interviews and instead proactively conduct "stay interviews" with their top talent. 2 & 3. Articulate and Co-Create: The necessity of clearly defining your future culture and identifying the specific daily actions and behaviors that align with it. Optimize Hiring and Onboarding: How to infuse new hires with your company's cultural DNA and expectations during their critical first 90 days. 5 & 6. Emerging Leaders and Congregation: Investing in the next generation of thermostats and utilizing regional culture summits to realign focus. Questions to Ponder: Jason leaves leaders with reflection prompts to help audit their current retention strategy and calibrate their personal thermostat. Key Takeaways for Leaders: Proactive Intervention: Don't wait for a top performer to give their two-week notice. Identify the people you need to retain right now and proactively intervene to ensure they feel valued and developed. Trigger Positive Habits: Understand that what you allow lingers. Actively address toxic environments and teach clear, expected behaviors to trigger a healthier cultural ecosystem. Continuous Calibration: Culture is not static. Use regional summits, intentional onboarding, and ongoing leadership development to continually breathe oxygen into your team. Listen to the full episode and access show notes at: https://jasonvbarger.com/podcast/retention-is-a-leadership-and-culture-problem/ Bio: Jason Barger is a husband, father, speaker, and author who is passionate about business leadership and corporate culture. He believes that corporate culture is the "thermostat" of an organization, and that it can be used to drive performance, innovation, and engagement. The show features interviews with business leaders from a variety of industries, as well as solo episodes where Barger shares his own insights and advice. Connect: Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonVBarger Make Your 2026 Effective! Book Jason with your team at https://www.jasonvbarger.com Like or Follow Jason

Send us Fan MailEPISODE DESCRIPTION - Ready to publishRhode Islanders are sending a blunt message: the healthcare system is not just expensive, it's forcing people to delay care, skip tests, and rethink whether treatment is even worth it. University of Rhode Island sociologist Julie Keller unpacks the new survey data exposing how deep the affordability crisis really goes - and why the numbers are more alarming than the anecdotes.The findings go beyond general frustration. 29% of respondents say they delayed medical care in the last year because of cost, and among those postponing recommended care, cost is the biggest reason. Keller explains why the wording of these questions matters, how the survey captures the difference between general concern and real-world barriers, and why that gap is so consequential for health outcomes and medical debt.We also break down the broader public sentiment shaping Rhode Island right now: 72% worry about healthcare costs 72% also worry about housing costs 93% trust their own doctor Trust drops sharply for institutions like the CDC, FDA, Rhode Island state officials, RFK Jr., and Trump 49% say they use AI for health information, raising new questions about how people search for care and advice Keller also shares what Rhode Islanders say they would support to fix the system, including a URI medical school, loan forgiveness for doctors who stay in the state, and higher Medicaid reimbursements. If you're trying to understand why healthcare keeps rising to the top of Rhode Island's political agenda, or what kinds of solutions actually have public support, this episode gives you the clearest picture yet.Essential listening if you care about healthcare costs, access to care, policy reform, or the real state of public opinion in Rhode Island right now.Support the showFollow Bill on Instagram and YouTube

How much should you really have in an emergency fund? The traditional 3 - 6 month emergency fund rule is a useful starting point, but it may not reflect your household's actual financial risk.In this episode of The Financial Mirror, I introduce the Emergency Fund Stress Test, a different way to determine how much emergency savings your household may actually need.Two households can spend exactly the same amount every month and still have very different levels of financial risk.That's the blind spot in the traditional three-to-six-month rule.Instead of simply asking whether you have three months or six months saved, we'll look at the factors that determine what your emergency fund actually needs to protect:o Income stabilityo Income recovery timeo Household dependenceo Essential monthly expenseso Continuing household incomeo Monthly cash-flow shortfallo Additional financial exposureYou'll also see a practical example showing how a household with $3,900 in essential monthly expenses, $1,000 in continuing income, and a five-month recovery period could arrive at an emergency-fund target of roughly $18,000.We also discuss the difference between an emergency fund and sinking funds, why predictable irregular expenses shouldn't constantly drain your emergency savings, and how to build your target gradually without feeling like you need the entire amount overnight.The goal isn't to reject the traditional 3–6 month emergency fund rule.It's to stop treating the range as the entire analysis.The rule gives you a range. The stress test gives the number a reason.Because your emergency fund isn't a savings trophy.It's a financial shock absorber.Subscribe to The Financial Mirror for practical financial education focused on better financial structure, stronger money habits, and clearer long-term decisions.Support The Financial MirrorFinancial Mirror Gear:https://www.thefinancialmirror.org/shopYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@thefinancialmirrorRumble:https://rumble.com/TheFinancialMirrorFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/thefinancialmirr0rX:https://twitter.com/financialmirr0rInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/thefinancialmirror/Podcast:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/thefinancialmirrorFinancial CoachingIf you need help getting out of debt, planning for retirement, building a working budget, or understanding where your money is going each month, learn more about financial coaching at:https://www.thefinancialmirror.org/#EmergencyFund #PersonalFinance #EmergencySavings

Solar is showing up in more home sales, more inspections, and more liability than most people realize. Cory Vanderpool breaks down why solar has become such a transaction headache, how pushy sales tactics create expensive problems, and what inspectors can do to protect buyers before a bad decision gets signed. If you work in real estate or home inspections, this conversation is a wake-up call. Cory explains why solar keeps spreading in states like Texas, why the first 90 days after a home purchase are prime time for sales pressure, and how Sprk helps turn a confusing, high-stakes topic into something buyers can actually understand. You'll discover: - Why solar adoption is driven more by utility costs and grid reliability than by environmental hype - The difference between a basic visual inspection and Spark's solar condition reporting - Why 41% of the systems inspectors help evaluate have issues that need attention at the point of transaction - How inspectors can add an upsell service, generate energy reports, and position themselves as the local expert Cory also explains Spark's education and software platform, which gives inspectors tools to inspect solar, generate reports, and even create energy efficiency reports from existing inspection data. That means more clarity for buyers, more value for agents, and a better way to spot problems before a solar lease, loan, or underperforming system becomes someone else's costly surprise. This episode also gets a bit into net metering, batteries, grid shutdowns, a lil bit of Texas energy policy, and why solar only makes sense when the numbers actually support it. If you've ever had a client ask, "Should I get solar?" and wished you had a better answer, this one gives you the language, the framework, and the confidence to respond. Essential listening for home inspectors, real estate agents, and anyone who wants to understand solar without getting sold a fantasy. Chapters: 00:00 - Opening banter and the show's solar theme 00:51 - Corey Vanderpool joins and explains his solar background 02:30 - Why door-to-door solar sales are so persistent 04:14 - Why Sprk exists in the real estate and inspection ecosystem 05:23 - What Cory is bringing to Inspection Fuel 07:03 - What Spark does for solar homeowners and inspectors 08:18 - Why "solar system" keeps triggering planet jokes 09:10 - Can inspectors charge for solar as an ancillary service? 10:08 - A leased system that was not actually working 12:39 - Why Texas solar adoption is rising 14:54 - How Texas shifted from affordability to reliability 16:18 - Why electricity prices drive solar adoption 17:36 - The problem of unknowns in solar transactions 18:55 - Why energy efficiency should come before solar 19:54 - How Sprk generates energy reports from inspection data 21:36 - What factors go into the home energy analysis 23:11 - How Spark estimates air tightness and utility costs 24:14 - Why this is not an energy audit 25:36 - Spark pricing for inspection companies and reports 27:02 - Marketing tools, CE classes, and broker education 29:26 - The real cost range of solar systems 30:37 - How solar systems are sized and how net metering works 32:01 - Why grid outages shut solar down without batteries or transfer equipment 33:20 - Misleading sales promises and the need for local accountability 35:53 - How inspectors help bridge the knowledge gap 37:15 - Why Sprk focuses on supporting existing solar homeowners 38:41 - Pre-listing reports and disclosure issues 39:44 - Cory's Fuel session and what attendees will learn 41:30 - Fuel registration reminder and final event details 42:14 - Where to find Cory online 42:48 - Matt's closing and upcoming conference schedule The links: The Travis Jones solar episode: https://youtu.be/9xmLuGpVmHw?si=sd8FP-Ls3UAvdwe0 Register for Inspection Fuel (Sept 28-30 in Lousiville, KY) at https://inspectionfuel.com/register Sign up for the TRA Newsletter: https://pages.theridealong.show/newsletter  Leave us a voicemail here: https://www.theridealong.show/  

Commissioner Hester Peirce joins the podcast to discuss Regulation Crypto Assets, as well as secondary market trading, DePIN and vaults. If you haven't listened to the full Reg Crypto explainer, that's episode 207. This episode is presented by Altitude. Visit altitude.xyz/law to learn more about their financial operating system.Timestamps:0:00 Intro2:22 Secondary transactions3:23 Promises and representations5:05 Essential managerial efforts8:27 Regulatory arbitrage10:29 Form TR16:59 Existing token projects and Form TR18:27 Compliance costs21:48 Secondary markets24:12 DePIN27:02 Vaults35:31 Accredited investors40:25 Tokens and equityThank you to the other sponsors of this episode: Cahill Gordon & Reindel, the Solana Policy Institute and the Hyperliquid Policy Center.On Thursday, September 24, 2026, CahillNXT will host Confluence 2026, its flagship conference, in New York City. This year's theme, Leading the NXT Frontier, brings together regulators, institutional investors, founders, policymakers and industry leaders to examine digital assets, market structure, regulation and the emerging technologies transforming financial markets. To register your interest, email events@cahill.com. Newsletter: Stay updated on emerging tech law for free at lawofcode.fm. Any feedback on this episode? Or how to improve the podcast? Click here: https://forms.gle/yFFN66e8iy8shQkAA Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or investment advice. Commissioner Peirce's views are her own and do not necessarily represent those of the SEC or her fellow Commissioners. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship.

What if the symptoms we associate with PMOS are actually signs of a much bigger metabolic picture? In this episode of the IRH Clinician's Corner, Margaret Floyd Barry sits down with one of IRH's most esteemed faculty members, Sara Fields, to unpack a major shift in women's health: the renaming of PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) to PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome). Together, they explore what this new name truly means for clinicians and clients alike, why it's a long-overdue change, and how it reflects a deeper understanding of the metabolic and endocrine complexities behind this common condition. Inside this episode, we explore: Why PCOS is becoming PMOS The symptoms practitioners may be missing Insulin resistance as a key driver The gut–hormone connection Essential testing for suspected PMOS Addressing root causes, not just androgen levels The Clinician's Corner is brought to you by the Institute of Restorative Health: https://instituteofrestorativehealth.com/ Upcoming Event: Margaret Floyd Barry is teaching a free session on September 15 for practitioners who want a smaller, structured offer to bring new clients in the door. She's walking through how to build a challenge-style entry point using CGM data, tested across real client volume in her own corporate wellness practice. If you've been asking too much, too soon, of new clients before they know you, this is worth an hour. Register Here! Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofrestorativehealth/ Join our email list here: https://instituteofrestorativehealth.com/join-our-email-list/ Book a call with the admissions team to continue your training: https://instituteofrestorativehealth.com/study-with-us/?utm_source=email Connect with Sara Fields: Website: https://sarafieldswellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarafieldswellness/ Timestamps:  00:00 Expanding the conversation on diagnosis 08:48 Shifting focus to endocrine aspects 12:33 Patient involvement in global initiative 22:06 Understanding insulin resistance in PCOS 25:56 Hormonal Imbalances in PMOS 28:55 PCOS diagnosis criteria updates 34:59 Gut Health and Hormonal Balance 40:45 Importance of gut testing 48:43 Developing client treatment protocols 52:02 Addressing sleep apnea in PMOS 58:32 Connecting the dots on symptoms 01:03:26 Broadening diagnostic perspectives Guest bio:  Sara Fields has been an instructor with IRH since March 2019. She teaches and mentors across all four levels—GI Healing, Hormones, Blood Chemistry, and Clinical Mastery—and has played a supportive role in the organization's leadership team. Sara has been immersed in the world of food and nutrition for over 20 years. Her journey has taken her through organic farming, sustainable agriculture, specialty food retail, and, ultimately, to certifications as a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (2014) and Restorative Health Practitioner (2015). Her passion for the tools she learned at IRH led her to become the very first intern and, eventually, a lead instructor for all of the courses. In her private practice, Sara Fields Wellness, she and her team take a gut-centric approach to supporting clients with chronic and complex health concerns, including skin conditions, autoimmunity, digestive issues, and metabolic challenges. She has also developed and taught fertility and prenatal nutrition classes for a local childbirth education organization, hosted community wellness meetups, and taught garden lessons at her children's elementary school. Keywords: functional health practitioners, polycystic ovarian syndrome, PCOS, PMOS, polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, metabolic health, endocrine system, reproductive hormones, insulin resistance, blood sugar dysregulation, testosterone, DHEAS, sex hormone binding globulin, luteinizing hormone, follicle stimulating hormone, estradiol, progesterone, ovulatory cycles, cardiometabolic health, gut health, microbiome, estrobolome, estrogen detoxification, beta-glucuronidase, visceral fat, lipid panel, hs-CRP, adrenal hormones, HPO axis, blood testing Disclaimer: The views expressed in the IRH Clinician's Corner series are those of the individual speakers and interviewees, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Institute of Restorative Health, LLC. The Institute of Restorative Health, LLC does not specifically endorse or approve of any of the information or opinions expressed in the IRH Clinician's Corner series. The information and opinions expressed in the IRH Clinician's Corner series are for educational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. If you have any medical concerns, please consult with a qualified healthcare professional. The Institute of Restorative Health, LLC is not liable for any damages or injuries that may result from the use of the information or opinions expressed in the IRH Clinician's Corner series. By viewing or listening to this information, you agree to hold the Institute of Restorative Health, LLC harmless from any and all claims, demands, and causes of action arising out of or in connection with your participation. Thank you for your understanding.  

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What does high performance really look like in a world of constant change, rising burnout, and increasing pressure to do more?For years, the dominant formula has been simple: work harder, move faster, and put in more hours. Bestselling author and leadership expert Ty Bennett believes that formula is outdated.In this episode of The Good Leadership Podcast, Ty joins Charles Good to unpack the research behind his new book, Redefining High Performance: Research Backed Insights to Lead Better, Sell More, and Perform Higher.Ty commissioned a national research study to uncover what truly drives high performance and what gets in the way. Two findings stood out: preparation emerged as the number one driver of high performance, while fear of failure emerged as the number one barrier.Ty explains why high performance today depends on preparation, curiosity, adaptability, and the ability to keep learning as the world changes around you.Website: tybennett.comLatest book: Redefining High Performancehttps://tybennett.com/product/redefining-high-performance/Key Takeaways• High performance is built through preparation, curiosity, and adaptability.• Fear of failure is the number one barrier to high performance.• Preparation should include relational preparation, scenario preparation, and team rehearsal.• Reframing failure as a learning opportunity accelerates growth.• The old definition of high performance as simply working harder is obsolete.• Relevance in leadership is a daily practice of learning and adapting.• Successful executives should maintain a “to learn” list alongside their to do list.• Curiosity is a leadership superpower that improves learning and decision-making.• Preparation creates the freedom to adapt and pivot in real time.• Continuous learning and asking better questions are essential to long-term relevance.Memorable Insights“Preparation costs you less than you think.”“High performance is about working deeper, not harder.”“The skill of learning is more important than what you learn.”Chapters00:00 Introduction to Redefining High Performance01:50 The Research Behind High Performance04:20 The Surprising Barrier: Fear of Failure06:19 Preparation as the Key Driver of Success11:39 Redefining High Performance for Today's Leaders14:15 Avoiding Irrelevance as a Successful Executive16:28 The Power of Curiosity and Continuous Learning20:10 Final Takeaways: Building Performance Before the Moment20:38 Closing Remarks and ResourcesSubscribe to The Good Leadership Podcast: [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠] | [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠] | [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/charlesagood⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack Channel (Outlearn to Outperform): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠charlesgood.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn Newsletter (The Outlearn Advantage): [⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Institute for Management Studies

Ninety-five percent of college students failed a basic ten-question U.S. citizenship exam, with most able to answer only one to three questions correctly. America's civic education crisis is no longer something we can ignore. In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano exposes how civic illiteracy threatens the constitutional republic and the future of self-government. He traces the civic education crisis from No Child Left Behind and credentialism to ideological activism in the classroom, then connects civic ignorance to declining national pride, growing support for socialism, and a generation increasingly willing to discard constitutional safeguards it was never taught to understand. Most importantly, Professor Giordano lays out a concrete blueprint for a civic revival rooted in stronger K-12 civics requirements, parental accountability, local communities, and civil society. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The 95% Failure Rate: What sixteen years of citizenship-test results reveal about the collapse of civic literacy in America The Founders' Vision for Education: Why John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, Benjamin Rush, Noah Webster, and Horace Mann viewed education as essential to liberty, citizenship, and self-government How Civics Lost Ground: How standardized testing, credentialism, weak civic instruction, and ideological activism displaced American history, government, and constitutional knowledge Why Civic Ignorance Is Dangerous: How a lack of constitutional literacy makes socialism, centralized power, and the dismantling of checks and balances sound more attractive A Blueprint for a Civic Revival: Three concrete reforms built around civic graduation requirements, parental oversight, and renewed civic education through churches, local associations, and community organizations

In this message, we're reminded that God's greatest desire has always been to dwell with His people and bring them home. Through the imagery of the tabernacle, we discover how Jesus meets us at the altar, washes what we've been carrying, restores our identity, and invites us to the Father's table.

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Welcome to the Oncology Brothers podcast! In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Aaron Gerds, a hematologist from the Cleveland Clinic, to discuss the current treatment algorithms for myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs), specifically focusing on polycythemia vera (PV) and essential thrombocythemia (ET).   Join us as we delved into: The diagnostic criteria for PV and ET, including the significance of JAK2 mutations and erythropoietin (EPO) levels The role of bone marrow biopsies in diagnosing and managing these conditions Treatment options for PV, including hydroxyurea, ropeginterferon alfa-2b, and ruxolitinib, as well as the approval of rusfertide The importance of risk stratification based on patient age and history of thrombosis The management of side effects associated with various treatment options The clinical utility of monitoring JAK2 allele burden and its implications for patient management Insights into the treatment landscape for ET, including the use of antiplatelet therapy and the role of acquired Von Willebrand disease   Whether you're a healthcare professional or someone interested in the latest advancements in oncology, this episode provides valuable insights into the complexities of managing PV and ET.   Listen us on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/31BXhY9FM4gPWG10WgE11o    Follow us on social media: ⁠X/Twitter: https://x.com/oncbrothers  ⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oncbrothers  Website: https://oncbrothers.com/    Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for more episodes on the latest in hematological and oncological care! #PolycythemiaVera, #EssentialThrombocythemia, #MPN, #JAK2, #OncologyBrothers

Essential Grooves: Bringing you the hottest and latest in House/Tech House/Techno/Funky-Groove-Jackin/Nu Disco. Debuting in 2020 as monthly show with Deep Influence on MIX93FM has now expanded to a weekly show and the line up with the talents of Oscar Velazquez, Deanne, Mike Ivy, and surprise DJ take overs from time to time!. Keep it locked in as we take you on a musical journey. 1 Richard Vission - Move Your Body (Extended Mix) 2 Milk & Sugar, James Hurr - I Like It (Extended Mix) 3 Coqui Selection - 32-34 (Original Mix) 4 HWs, Kevin Andrews - Bring Up The Volume (Original Mix) 5 Adventune - Our Movement (Original Mix) 6 Chris Hover - Heart Break Melodies (Original Mix) 7 Dario Nunez, Danny Rhys - No Pares Sigue (Extended Mix) 8 San Sebastian, Milla More - This And That (Original Mix) 9 Peter Lombos - All About (Original Mix) 10 Sophia Guerrero - Are You Ready (Extended Mix) 11 Jocelyn Brown, Bashkka, Luke Alessi, Chloé Caillet - The One (BASHKKA Remix) 12 HWs, Kevin Andrews - Just Don't Wanna (Original Mix) 13 Chris Valencia - Like This (Original Mix) 14 Goshfather, Motion Twin - Bury Me On The Dancefloor (Extended Mix) 15 Groove Seduction - Gets Inside (Original Mix) Original air date: July 11, 2026

Public land, prairie potholes, and the future of duck hunting come into sharp focus in this no-filter conversation with Jake Maxwell of Chasen Green. If you care about real-world duck hunting strategy, conservation, or how modern content is changing the sport, this one hits home fast. Jake joins Damien, alongside Craig and Phil for a wide-ranging episode that goes far beyond “how to kill birds.” They get into what's actually happening with duck numbers, why the prairie pothole region matters to hunters in both the U.S. and Canada, and how social media can either help grow waterfowling or drag it down. You'll discover: Why Jake believes ducks are fewer, harder to find, and more unpredictable than ever How public land hunting changed once tools like OnX and digital mapping became game changers Why Jake's content feels different from polished hunting shows What he's learned from hunting across new states, new conditions, and new pressure The one rule he says every duck hunter should follow if they want more success Why the next generation of hunters needs more mentorship, not more gatekeeping Damien, Craig, and @fowledcollective also press Jake on the tension between hunting, filming, outfitting, and staying authentic, leading to some honest talk about responsibility, controversy, and what actually helps the sport long-term. Jake shares how he thinks about conservation, why he doesn't shy away from tough topics, and what keeps him grounded when the hunting world gets loud. Jake Maxwell is the force behind Chasen Green, known for raw public-land hunting content, thoughtful takes on conservation, and a style that teaches without pretending there's only one way to do it. His perspective blends hard-earned waterfowl experience with a willingness to talk about the issues that matter. Essential listening if you love duck hunting, hunt public ground, follow Chasen Green, or want a smarter conversation about where waterfowling is headed next. Surround yourself with good people, and good things will happen. Sit back and relax, this is a great show Looking for new products? Visit Canadian Waterfowl Supplies: https://www.canadianwaterfowlsupplies... @CanadianWaterfowlSupplies Looking for some Punisher Swag? Visit www.punisherwaterfowl.com A huge thank you to our show sponsors: Real Geese Decoys : https://webfootdecoys.com/ @realgeesedecoys Rig em Right: https://rigemright.com/ @RigEmRightWaterfowl Pitboss Waterfowl: https://pitbosswaterfowl.com/ @JeffCoats Have ideas for a topic? Know someone who would be a good guest? Have questions about the show? Reach out on social media: Instagram : www.instagram.com/punisherwaterfowl ( / punisherwate.. ) @punisherwaterfowl Facebook : www.facebook.com/punisherwaterfowl ( / punisherwater.. ) #PunisherWaterfowl #podcast #waterfowl #Waterfowl #VeteranOwned #Podcast #duckhunters #duckcalls Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  # **Episode Description - Ready to publish** **The biggest shift in the Bible is not just salvation - it's access.** Hunter Davis shows how the Old Testament repeatedly warns people away from God, then contrasts that with the astonishing invitation believers have now through Christ: draw near, come boldly, and live with real closeness to God. From Eden to Mount Sinai to the Holy of Holies, Hunter traces the biblical pattern of separation caused by sin. He explains why Adam and Eve were driven from the garden, why even animals could not touch Sinai, why the high priest entered the veil only once a year, and why Uzzah died after reaching for the ark. Each moment builds the same case: God is holy, sin separates, and no one could casually approach Him. You will discover: - Why "access to God" is a different idea from salvation, and why that distinction matters - How the veil, the tabernacle, and the Holy of Holies reveal the seriousness of God's holiness - What changed when Jesus died and the temple veil was torn from top to bottom - Why Hebrews, James, and Mark together show a new reality for believers - How the Holy Spirit, prayer, sanctification, and daily Christian life fit into this new access Hunter also makes the practical case for why this matters now. Believers are not just saved for eternity - they are invited into nearness today. That means prayer, repentance, wisdom, parenting, marriage, and spiritual growth are all meant to happen with a real awareness of God's presence, not as religious routine but as privilege. If you have ever taken your relationship with God for granted, this episode is a needed reset. Essential listening for Christians who want to understand what Christ truly opened for them - and why drawing near is now the whole point.  

Send us Fan MailDr Shaheena Janjuha-Jivraj is an accomplished leader and expert in leadership development, diversity, and innovation. With over 15 years of experience in the field, she works as an executive coach, partnering with corporate, government, and educational institutions across the globe. Dr. Janjuha-Jivraj has a profound background in education, and her research has spanned over 50 countries. She is lauded for her ability to challenge leadership assumptions and foster a culture of learning and innovation. Her insights continue to influence leaders worldwide, driving adaptations in leadership models to better cope with changing global complexities.Dr. Janjuha-Jivraj emphasizes the need for leaders to develop tolerance for failure as a path to true innovation and growth. Drawing from her extensive experience as a coach and researcher, she provides valuable perspectives on how leaders can shift their mindsets to better navigate today's complex world.The conversation further explores the evolution of leadership skills over the past 20 years. Dr. Janjuha-Jivraj discusses the importance of mental agility and the ability of leaders to move across sectors and comprehend diverse perspectives. Essential to this is the integration of cognitive diversity within teams, where leaders must intentionally surround themselves with varied outlooks to enhance problem-solving and decision-making. The episode underscores how leaders who foster a culture of curiosity and accountability will drive not only organizational success but also contribute significantly to addressing widespread issues like burnout and mental health.Key Takeaways:Embrace failure as a learning tool: Leaders must develop the capacity to be okay with failure, encouraging innovation and risk-taking.Shift leadership models: Emphasize mental agility, cross-sector experiences, and surround leaders with diverse perspectives to navigate today's complexities.Cognitive diversity matters: Building teams with cognitive diversity enhances innovation and problem-solving prowess.Accountability and curiosity are critical: Future leaders must cultivate genuine accountability and insatiable curiosity to effectively lead modern organizations.Leadership is a practice: Recognizing leadership as a continuous practice involves growth, vulnerability, and teaching others.Notable Quotes:"The cultures do not build tolerance and flex for failure... [To innovate] you actually need to be really okay with failure." - Dr. Janjuha-Jivraj"Leaders need to be much more intentional about surrounding themselves with people who bring in different perspectives." - Dr. Janjuha-Jivraj"Accountability is the biggest quality I look for. We've almost become too accustomed to leadership without accountability." - Dr. Janjuha-Jivraj"Leadership is a practice... it means you've got to keep growing." - Dr. Janjuha-JivrajResources:Leadership Moments PodcastGap Company: Richard Dickson's leadership approachMattel: Innovative turnaround strategiesAll episodes and guest requests can be found at:www.leadershipmomentspodcast.comFollow Stacey Caster on Instagram @staceycaster_Follow Tracy-Ann Palmer on Instagram @tracy_ann_palmer

A Green Lantern origin story gets a lot darker when you realize the real question is not whether John Stewart can be fearless - it is whether fear was engineered out of him. Mario Busto and Zachary Newton break down Lanterns Season 1, Episode 3, "Outcast," and the episode's brutal reveal about John's childhood, Hal Jordan's complicated role in his life, and why the Guardians may be far more dangerous than they first appear.Bernadette's reveal changes everything. The apple-shooting training, the family pressure, the strange guardian intervention, and the eerie way John's path is shaped from childhood all point to a bigger problem: the people choosing Earth's protectors may not understand Earth at all. Mario and Zachary unpack how the episode reframes Hal not as the obvious villain, but as a flawed, human obstacle caught in a system that seems determined to use him up and replace him.You'll discover:    •    Why John's upbringing may be the key to understanding his Green Lantern destiny    •    How Bernadette becomes the episode's most surprising force    •    Why the Guardians' selection process looks less like wisdom and more like a mistake    •    What Sinestro's warning could really mean for Earth    •    How Hal Jordan and John Stewart may be headed toward a collision no one in the episode fully sees yetMario also digs into the show's larger themes around courage, discipline, and the difference between being fearless and being broken. Zachary pushes the conversation into the politics of replacement, the psychology of mentorship, and the possibility that the Guardians are creating the very problem they think they're preventing.Mario Busto and Zachary Newton co-host Story Archives, bringing sharp reactions, character theory, and a lot of chaotic chemistry to their Lanterns coverage. If you want a discussion that goes beyond recap and gets into the emotional and cosmic consequences of the episode, this one belongs on your list.Essential listening if you care about Hal Jordan, John Stewart, Sinestro, and the kind of origin story that quietly changes the whole show. Also includes a very unserious amount of movie talk, from The Odyssey and Dexter to what the hosts are watching next.

True Christian worship must be marked by the essential tone of humility and by how gathering with the people of God subverts our pride. Come discover what it means to declare together, "Our help is in the name of the Lord," and celebrate the incredible grace that rescues us!

The Christian life calls us to move beyond simply believing in Jesus to actually living under his lordship, choosing his will over our own. Each day gives us another opportunity to let go of what we cannot keep and pursue the eternal life and joy that God has promised.

AI is moving faster than most organizations can govern it, and Tom Dagger, CISO at ADM, explains why that speed is now a cybersecurity, compliance, and business risk problem all at once. If you care about AI in the enterprise, exposure management, or what happens when innovation outruns control, this conversation is essential listening. Tom and I get brutally honest about the reality behind AI adoption at a global enterprise. ADM is already using tools like ADM Chat, Microsoft Copilot, and AI-powered SaaS, but Tom makes the case that the real challenge is not whether to use AI - it is how to manage the constant churn of models, harnesses, data sharing, and operational risk without breaking the business.You'll hear Tom break down the three buckets of AI usage every security leader needs to think about: personal productivity tools like chatbots and copilots, AI embedded inside third-party SaaS platforms, and enterprise-built AI use cases that create real operational value. We also dig into why “tokenomics,” model switching, and continuous patching are now board-level concerns, especially in regulated industries where a simple software change can mean downtime, lost productivity, or regulatory scrutiny. They unpack why vulnerability ops and exposure management are replacing old-school patch Tuesday thinking, and why security teams can no longer treat AI like just another software upgrade.The conversation gets even sharper when they turn to data governance and accountability. Tom warns that the biggest blind spot may not be model performance - it is the data being handed over to third parties, the hallucinations that can slip into workflows, and the dangerous myth that AI removes human responsibility. From fake legal citations to discriminatory automated decisions, the stakes are real, and the accountability still lands on the organization.They also look ahead at what AI and quantum could mean for transportation, manufacturing, food production, and even the future of entry-level jobs. As AI takes over more routine work, what happens to the ladder people traditionally climb to build experience? We go on to explore the long-term impact on talent pipelines, human judgment, and the roles that will still need a person in the loop. Essential listening for CISOs, security leaders, tech executives, and anyone trying to figure out how to adopt AI without surrendering control. This is a candid, practical conversation about where enterprise AI is headed, what can go wrong, and how leaders need to think now if they want to stay ahead. In this episode we bring cybersecurity, AI strategy, and real-world enterprise operations into one timely conversation. I hope you enjoy it!

Send us Fan MailA single question can expose what we really believe about grace: if someone trusts Jesus Christ but never reaches the baptismal water, are they saved? We go straight at that tension and refuse to hide behind slogans. What starts as a clash over “essential baptism” turns into a deeper conversation about salvation by faith, biblical language, and why Christians must be careful not to confuse a sign with the Savior.We unpack what baptism means through the lens of identification and walk through multiple baptisms shown in Scripture: John's water baptism of repentance, Jesus' baptism with its unique purpose, and the baptism of the Holy Spirit promised in Acts. From there we open it up to the panel and ask the blunt question many churches avoid: is water baptism required for salvation? The answers split, and the disagreement gets real as we pressure test both views with hard, human scenarios like disability, lack of access, and deathbed faith.Along the way, we also address a wider issue in the modern church: how bold personalities can sound convincing while teaching serious error about the deity of Christ, and why attachment to a preacher is never a substitute for attachment to the Word of God. We close by clarifying how traditions talk about baptism and communion as sacraments or ordinances and what those categories do to your theology of salvation.If you care about Christian baptism, Acts 1:5, Acts 2:38, the Holy Spirit, and the line between gospel clarity and church tradition, this one is for you. Subscribe, share this with a friend who's debating baptism, and leave a review with your answer: is water baptism essential for salvation, and why?Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

Send us Fan MailOne sentence can flip baptism from a joyful act of obedience into a gate you have to pass to be saved, and we felt the weight of that difference in real time. We start with shared ground: baptism and communion matter, Christians should be baptized, and nobody should treat this like a petty argument. Then we push into the hard question people actually ask in church hallways and comment sections: does water baptism save you, or does it show that you've already been saved by grace through faith?From Pentecost in Acts 2 to the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8, we trace the order of events the Bible presents: conviction, repentance, belief, confession, baptism, and being added to the church. Along the way we challenge assumptions about what it means to be “pricked in the heart,” whether every convicted person has a changed heart, and why the text says, “If you believe with all your heart, you may.” We also wrestle with Jesus' baptism in Matthew 3, asking why the sinless Christ chooses baptism “to fulfill all righteousness,” and what baptism means if its core idea is identification.The conversation turns sharper when we address verses people lean on most, including Colossians 2 and Acts 22:16, and when we confront a modern flashpoint: baptism “in Jesus' name” versus “in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.” Can a wording formula become a salvation test, and what happens when Christians make baptism the dividing line instead of Christ Himself?Subscribe for more Scripture-first conversations, share this with a friend who's stuck on the baptism question, and leave a review with your answer: is baptism essential for salvation or essential because of salvation?Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

Send us Fan MailIf you've ever heard “baptism saves” and felt your stomach drop, we get it and we slow the whole conversation down to the text. We start with a commitment we wish every Bible teacher would make: don't say anything from God's Word you can't defend, and still leave room to admit you might be wrong. That's the tone we're aiming for, even when the topic is a flashpoint for churches and families.We work through key passages that shape the debate around water baptism and salvation by grace through faith: Acts 16 and the jailer's question, Acts 2:38 and “the gift of the Holy Spirit,” Acts 8 and apostolic laying on of hands, and 1 Corinthians 12:13 on being baptized into one body. Along the way we address the modern baggage people bring to “baptism of the Holy Spirit,” including Pentecostal and charismatic claims about tongues, being “slain in the Spirit,” and treating a dramatic experience as proof that someone is truly saved.Then we camp out in 1 Peter 3:18–21 and Noah's flood, where the Bible itself forces us to ask what kind of “saving” is in view, and why Peter immediately redirects us from outward washing to the inward reality of a clean conscience through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. There's even a tense moment that gets resolved with a direct apology, because how we speak to each other is part of our witness too.If you care about baptism, the Holy Spirit, and reading the book of Acts responsibly without turning disagreement into division, press play. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves Scripture, and leave a review with the verse that most shapes your view.Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

Send us Fan Mail“Baptism now saves you” can land like a mic drop or a problem, depending on what you think the rest of the New Testament teaches. We sit down for an honest, Scripture-heavy conversation about Christian baptism, salvation by grace through faith, and what 1 Peter 3:21 is actually saying when it links baptism to a “good conscience toward God.” Is water baptism the cause of salvation, or the response that naturally follows a heart already changed by Christ?A turning point comes when Lisa shares her testimony: raised Catholic, not taught to read the Bible, then born again in 2020 with a dramatic change she can't explain away. She was baptized as a baby and later felt the Holy Spirit pressing her to be baptized as a believer two years after she knew she was saved. Her question is the one many Christians quietly carry: if baptism came later, was the conversion real? We respond by walking through the Great Commission in Matthew 28, patterns in Acts, and what obedience looks like after faith.We also open Romans 6, Titus 3:5, and the language of washing, regeneration, and circumcision of the heart. Along the way, we challenge sloppy slogans, talk about why “saved” doesn't always mean the same thing in every verse, and keep returning to the core: Jesus' blood is the basis for remission of sins, and baptism is a commanded, meaningful, public act of discipleship that believers should desire. If you care about biblical baptism, assurance of salvation, and how to read hard verses in context, this one will stretch you. Subscribe, share with a friend who's wrestling with baptism, and leave a review with your take: is baptism required for salvation, or required because we're saved?Support the showBE PROVOKED AND BE PERSUADED!

South Korea moves toward AI access as public infrastructure, Tencent releases Hy4 Preview, Nvidia’s leaked DLSS 5 is out in the wild. MP3 Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS shows ad-free. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none of this would be possible. If you enjoy what you see you canContinue reading "OpenAI Plans To Stop Providing Its Models To Cursor – DTH"

Vanessa breaks down the biggest takeaways from her conversation with Dr. Sara Oikawa, including what the research says about losing body fat while preserving—or even gaining—lean mass. A major focus is a tightly controlled body recomposition study in which young men followed a 40% calorie deficit while completing intensive resistance and interval training. The group consuming 2.4 g/kg of protein per day actually gained lean mass while losing fat, while the lower-protein group maintained lean mass. Vanessa explains why resistance training was likely the most important signal, how higher protein intake may support muscle preservation during a deficit, and why body recomposition depends on much more than calories alone. Back-to-School Sale! Save 40% sitewide at ketogenicgirl.com with code BACKTOSCHOOL40, including the Protein-Sparing Modified Fasting Library, ToneLUX Red Light Therapy Collection, and Tone Breath Ketone Analyzer. Australia, New Zealand & Southeast Asia: Save 75% on available ToneLUX and Tone products during our warehouse moving sale with code WAREHOUSE75, while supplies last. Vanessa also recaps Dr. Oikawa's step-reduction research, where older adults reduced their activity to just 750 steps per day. Even while consuming a high-protein diet, participants still lost lean mass—highlighting why protein cannot completely replace the stimulus of muscle contraction. Another major focus is protein quality. Vanessa breaks down research comparing whey protein isolate and collagen peptides, why they do not produce the same muscle protein synthetic response, and why simply counting total grams of "protein" may not tell you whether you are getting enough essential amino acids to support muscle. They also explore how aging, energy availability, periods of inactivity, illness, surgery, and aggressive calorie restriction can influence muscle loss and recovery.

Welcome to this special joint episode of the Hangar Z Podcast and the Valor Flight Crew Podcast, brought to you by HeliCASTS, in partnership with Valor Plus.In this special episode, Jon Gray of Hangar Z and Blake Shrider and Mike Fadale of the Valor Flight Crew, preview the 2026 ECHO Public Safety Aviation Conference.High-quality public safety aviation training doesn't need a massive price tag. The 2026 ECHO Public Safety Aviation Conference is heading to Philadelphia Sept. 20 to 23 at the Sheraton Downtown.ECHO covers the full mission spectrum law enforcement aviation, helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS), search-and-rescue, and aerial firefighting.This year features over 50 breakout sessions, hands-on workshops like underwater egress and cadaver labs, and a dedicated 16-hour Airborne Tactical Solutions course jointly taught by Clay Lacey and Jack Schonely for aircrews and ground teams.It's practical, high-impact training—built by operators, for operators, and delivered at a price point agencies can support.This conversation breaks down why ECHO stands apart: Operator-built training, real-world relevance, and a rare chance to learn across every mission set under one roof. From law enforcement aviation and search-and-rescue to aerial firefighting, EMS, and tactical operations, ECHO is designed for crews who want practical skills they can use back home.You'll discover:What makes the Clay Lacey and Jack Shonely airborne tactical solutions course such a can't-miss opportunity;How the breakout sessions expand into law enforcement, SAR, radio ops, human performance, leadership, and more;Why the Future Flight Crew and Future Flight Leaders programs are becoming a pipeline for the next generation of aviation professionals; andHow FAST and the Safety Team are changing the way the industry supports crew wellness, resilience, and operational safety.The conversation also covers the social side of ECHO in Philadelphia, including the welcome party, the 5K fundraiser, the down-for-weather bash, and why the city itself is worth an extra day or two. If you've never been to Philly, you'll get a few solid reasons to plan for more than conference hours—and maybe a cheesesteak or two.Just as important, this episode makes the stakes clear: Public safety aviation is evolving fast, leadership gaps are real, and the industry needs better training, better mentorship, and better ways to take care of its people. ECHO is one of the few places where all of that comes together in a single week.Essential listening if you're deciding whether to attend, bringing your team, or just want a clear picture of why so many crews call ECHO their favorite conference of the year.Thank you to our sponsors CNC Technologies, Dallas Avionics and Metro Aviation.

Over 100 Tech Leaders Unite to Urge Collaborative AI Cyber Defense Strategies, PayPal Shares Plunge 13% Following Abandoned $53 Billion Acquisition Bid, and Meta Experiments with Robotics to Automate Data Center Operations. MP3 Please SUBSCRIBE HERE for free or get DTNS shows ad-free. A special thanks to all our supporters–without you, none of this wouldContinue reading "Judge Overturns Pentagon Blacklist of Anthropic Over AI Weaponry Dispute – DTH"

This is a lovely sermon, grounded in the Lord's second appearance to Solomon, and our Sovereign's answer to his humble servant. Spurgeon takes Solomon's prayer as a model for our own, and looks to God's answer as a pattern for our faith to expect. He shows us our proper place in prayer, coming before the Lord, and what that means, and how to find him. He explains that the great desire of the praying man is to be heard of the Lord in our prayer and supplication, and what it really means to be heard. He stirs us up to an assurance of answer to prayer, and the ways in which the Lord gives that confidence to his people. Finally, how should we pray? Spurgeon's counsels to his own people may need a little massaging to fit us, but it is not hard work! He guides us through Solomon's petitions and their answers, demonstrating how these are the very things that we desire in the church of Jesus Christ. And so, we are taught to pray, being led to the throne of grace, and with our souls stirred to seek a blessing and to look for its coming from the heart and hand of our gracious God. Read the sermon here: https://www.mediagratiae.org/resources/idols-found-wanting-but-jehovah-found-faithful Check out the new From the Heart of Spurgeon Book! British: https://amzn.to/48rV1OR American: https://amzn.to/48oHjft Connect with the Reading Spurgeon Community on Twitter! https://twitter.com/ReadingSpurgeon Sign up to get the weekly readings emailed to you: https://www.mediagratiae.org/podcasts-1/from-the-heart-of-spurgeon. Check out other Media Gratiae podcasts at www.mediagratiae.org Download the Media Gratiae App: https://subsplash.com/mediagratiae/app

This is a lovely sermon, grounded in the Lord's second appearance to Solomon, and our Sovereign's answer to his humble servant. Spurgeon takes Solomon's prayer as a model for our own, and looks to God's answer as a pattern for our faith to expect. He shows us our proper place in prayer, coming before the Lord, and what that means, and how to find him. He explains that the great desire of the praying man is to be heard of the Lord in our prayer and supplication, and what it really means to be heard. He stirs us up to an assurance of answer to prayer, and the ways in which the Lord gives that confidence to his people. Finally, how should we pray? Spurgeon's counsels to his own people may need a little massaging to fit us, but it is not hard work! He guides us through Solomon's petitions and their answers, demonstrating how these are the very things that we desire in the church of Jesus Christ. And so, we are taught to pray, being led to the throne of grace, and with our souls stirred to seek a blessing and to look for its coming from the heart and hand of our gracious God.

Originally recorded for Complement's Plantapalooza in 2024, this timeless conversation with CEO, Matt Tullman, explores how sport, community, fun, and whole plant foods can support lifelong fitness.Rip shares his journey from elite swimming and triathlon to pickleball, mountain biking, family adventures, and master's swimming. He also explains how accountability partners, simple routines, and the pillars of Plant Strong nutrition can make movement more joyful and sustainable at any age.His closing invitation is simple: find a way to move and give yourself the opportunity to feel reborn.Even the healthiest plant-based diets have blind spots, nutrients like B12, D3, iodine, and omega-3s that whole foods alone often can't fully cover. Essential closes those specific gaps in one clean daily formula, with everything you need and nothing you don't, so the diet you've worked hard to build actually delivers everything it promises.Episode WebpageLearn More About our 2026 Live PLANTSTRONG Events: https://plantstrongevents.com/ Let Us Help Your PLANTSTRONG JourneyLearn More About Our Corporate Wellness Program: https://liveplantstrong.com/corporate-wellness/ COMPLEMENT: Use code PLANTSTRONG for 30% off at https://lovecomplement.com/pages/plantstrong-special-offer Follow PLANTSTRONG and Rip Esselstynhttps://plantstrong.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong/https://www.instagram.com/ripesselstyn/ Follow the PLANTSTRONG Podcast and Give the Show a 5-star RatingApple PodcastsSpotify

Welcome to this week's Midlife Minute episode! Statistically, one in three women will die of heart disease. So, today, we're answering some of the many questions I received about lipids and heart health. Although I've done other lipid-focused Midlife Minutes before, this episode is yet another dedicated to Dr. Tom Dayspring, as I've received such a vast number of questions on this particular topic.    IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Why understanding your ApoB and Lp(a) is an essential part of assessing your cardiovascular risk Why treatments for lipid abnormalities should be individualized to fit each specific abnormality  Essential lifestyle measures for supporting overall cardiovascular health How CAC scoring, CT coronary angiography, and Clearly AI-assisted imaging differ, what each test measures, and their limitations  How cardiovascular disease can sometimes present differently in women  Why are premature atrial contractions and premature ventricular contractions often benign when the heart is structurally normal? How the roles of statins, ezetimibe, PCSK9 inhibitors, GLP-1 medications, and emerging RNA therapies differ, and why they should not be considered interchangeable How declining estrogen impacts cardiovascular health Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website. Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com  Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow.  Purchase Cynthia's book, The Menopause Gut. Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line

This week's Ask Me Anything tackles real questions about fatherhood, marriage, friendship, faith, addiction, parenting, and personal responsibility. Ryan and Kipp discuss why becoming a first-time father can feel more frightening than exciting, how to reconnect with an emotionally absent father, and how to take surface-level friendships deeper. They also explore balancing work and family, finding your way back to faith, essential backcountry gear, recovering after an alcohol relapse, and navigating a teenage son's growing independence. Along the way, they share practical frameworks for turning fear into action, building trust, creating deeper relationships, and leading without relying on force or rescue. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Opening and War Room discussion 02:09 Selling through value instead of pressure 06:25 War Room September session 07:23 Wholesome segment: wealth, capitalism and medical innovation 12:32 First-time fatherhood fears 17:04 Reconnecting with an emotionally absent father 22:42 Taking male friendships deeper 28:00 Balancing providing and being present at home 35:41 Finding your way back to faith 42:59 Essential backcountry gear 48:43 Relapsing after sobriety 54:00 Parenting a teenager who is pulling away 59:45 War Room call to action   Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready