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Every August and September, the U.S. atomic bombing of Japan in 1945 seems to be a topic of discussion. This year, I decided to take that on and place it into the Just War framework, specifically jus in bello, or justice in the conduct of war. Just War Theory is a recurring topic in this podcast series. I believe that this framework is critical as a restraint on war and to establishing a just and lasting peace after war. (I still intend on addressing Pope Leo's statement that Just War Theory is outdated.) This episode builds on information my guests and I presented in previous episodes, and particularly Episodes 13-16, and Episode 17 which described Just War Theory in theory and practice. As a side note, the web service that hosts these podcasts informed me that the episodes of the Ancient Art of Modern Warfare now have 50,000 downloads. I know that many podcasters get this for a single episode. Since I don't do this for the clicks, but just to share my thoughts on war, I was somewhat impressed that so many people bothered to download my thoughts. Thank you.   Music: Liszt, F., and the USMC Band, Les Preludes. Public Domain Copland, A. & United States Marine Band. (2000) Fanfare for the Common Man. unpublished, Washington, DC. [Audio] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, (Fair use for educational purposes.)

Every August the same emails start rolling in. I can't believe it's back to school. I can't believe summer's over. I can't believe it's fall already. And I always think, why can't anybody believe it? Back to school comes after summer every single year.What's not to believe? In this episode I talk about time delusion, which is real, and why it hits differently for people who meditate. When my kids were little, everyone told me it would fly by. It didn't. Now I've got a senior on my hands and everyone is telling me this year will be a blink, and I still don't think it will be. Not because I'm special, but because I've been practicing being here. You get better at what you practice. If you practice stillness, you get good at stillness. If you practice scrolling, well, you get good at that too, which is probably why everybody walking into my office lately is telling me they have attention problems. I believe them.There's a rant about email in here. Fair warning. I stand by it.We also meditate together, so find a comfortable seat before you press play if you can. It's a simple belly breath practice, nothing fancy, just you and your breath and the moment you're in. Your breath is always your way back. The retreat sponsorshipSomething happened this month that has never happened in nineteen retreats. A past retreat attendee put down a deposit for our September 2026 mountain retreat and then couldn't make it. Her deposit was fully refundable, and instead of taking it back she asked me to give it to someone who wants to come but is balking at the price. So there's a $250 sponsorship sitting here. And there's already a sale on the website, $100 or $150 off depending on which room you pick. Stack them and you're looking at up to $400 off. You don't have to prove anything. There's no application, no criteria, no explaining yourself to me. New roof, bad timing, tight month, whatever it is, I don't need to know. You just have to want to come. If you want it, you got it. Just let me know. Connect with me Instagram: @thestresstherapistTwitter: @stresstherapyWebsite: ilovetherapy.com for retreats, meditation, yoga, and everything else If you live in Georgia and you're thinking about becoming a client, head to the website to sign up for a free face to face consultation. And at the very least, get on the mailer so you don't miss a thing. Until next time, have a lovely, lovely day. Produced and edited by Owen Flake.

Every August, "RushTok" floods social feeds with clips of cheer routines, designer outfits, and viral Bid Day reveals. But behind the social media spectacle, modern sorority recruitment at major universities has quietly transformed into a multimonth, six-figure corporate operation run entirely by college women. Mindy Tucker, CEO of Tri Delta, is shifting that conversation in her new op-ed, "Beyond the Balloons." Drawing from her firsthand look at recruitment operations at the University of Arkansas, Mindy breaks down how college women manage massive budgets, negotiate commercial vendor contracts, and lead teams of 600+ peers—developing elite project management and leadership skills that help their resume building and careers. In episode 700 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how her career eventually led her to become the CEO of Tri Delta, what her work experience taught her about leadership in the Fraternity and Sorority world, what people misunderstand about leading an organization like Tri Delta, what made her write the op-ed called "Beyond The Balloons", why students sometimes struggle to explain their value to employers, whether running a sorority chapter is harder than managing employees, how we can make sure the members are delivering on their promises, and one leadership lesson she wish she knew at age 21. Enjoy!

Every August, the same question shows up for homeschool moms, no matter how much prep work we've done: Are we actually ready for the school year to start? In this episode, I'm breaking down what "ready" really means for homeschool family — and why it has almost nothing to do with how much you've checked off your list. If you're heading into the school year still second-guessing yourself, this one's for you. I walk you through: Why even the most "on top of it" homeschool moms still second-guess themselves during back-to-school season The simple filter that makes every homeschool decision this year easier The overlooked step that determines whether your homeschool schedule actually holds up once real life hits Why looking for the "best curriculum" is actually the wrong approach, and what to ask instead **************** RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE Homeschool Kickstart Bundle: Build a flexible homeschool schedule that fits your family's real life, then choose the learning resources to support it. Get my Homeschool Rhythm mini-course + Curriculum Guide for Families of Color together for just $57!

Why More Activity Won't Grow Your Consulting Business This FallHave you been wondering if you missed the back-to-school window?You're not alone.Every August, I hear from education consultants who assume schools have already made their decisions, budgets have been spent, and opportunities have passed them by.In this episode, we'll discuss:Why feeling busy isn't the same as building momentumThe biggest mistake consultants make after back-to-schoolHow relationships—not panic—create new opportunitiesOne simple action you can take this week to move your business forwardWhy September is still full of opportunity for education consultantsReady to Build Momentum This Fall?If you're ready to stop reacting and start growing intentionally, I'd love to invite you to join The Profitable Consultant Membership.On September 3, we're hosting a live 90-Day Planning Session exclusively for members. Together, we'll step back from the day-to-day, get clear on your priorities, and build a focused plan for the next 90 days.Join the Membership here: https://www.jennkleiber.com/membershipNot Sure What's Holding Your Business Back?Take the Education Consultant Revenue Leak Diagnostic to identify the one or two hidden gaps that may be costing you school contracts, recurring revenue, and long-term partnerships.You'll receive:A personalized diagnostic reportActionable recommendationsA 20-minute strategy debrief with JennLearn more here: https://www.jennkleiber.com/diagnostic

August 16, 2016. The Hip arrived in the Hammer, and three fans who were in the building take jD back inside - ten years to the day.Tuesday, August 16, 2016. FirstOntario Centre in Hamilton, four days out from the end of everything, and The Tragically Hip pulled into a city that watched them play to nobody once and never forgot it.Ten years to the day, jD sits down with three fans who were there for that room: Gino from Buffalo, Matt from Buffalo, and John from Mississauga. Two of them had never been on a podcast before in their lives. One of them never made it through the doors.The songs first, because the songs are always first. Gino takes 'Poets', the last one of the main set, the one where Gord stopped and told the room about The Hip's first Hamilton gig - a club, zero people, and an owner who told them nobody gets paid until every song gets sung. So they played another hour to an empty room. Ten years and a lifetime later, Gord looked out at a full arena and, the way Gino heard it, said something close to look at us, look at where we are now. Us, collectively. Hamilton and The Hip.Matt takes 'Scared', and the line it's been a pleasure doing business with you, and the small jump in the video he was shooting - the moment his buddy behind him lost his knees and fell into his back. John takes 'Courage', because of what it took Gord to get in the van at all. A residency somewhere would have been hard enough. He went across the country instead.Then the tickets, and three completely different scrambles. Matt's Buffalo crew split the presale up like a heist - one guy on London, one on each Toronto night, Matt on Hamilton - with orders that whoever got in bought all four. Matt was the only one who got into the queue, and he had four seats about ten minutes in. Gino got shut out in the fifteen minutes it took the show to vanish, then his friend Greg found VIP seats hours later and warned him they'd be expensive. Gino's answer: I don't care. Third row on the floor. If it was within a 500-mile radius, you weren't stopping me.The day itself: a friend on standby in Niagara Falls, U.S., in case one of Matt's four didn't clear the border, a cash-only scalper outside the arena with PDF printouts and a very loose grip on legitimacy, and their buddy Scott laying out most of the money for a pair of those dubious tickets so a friend from Lockport could drive up and slide in during the first song. Gino owns his company, so Gino gave himself the afternoon off, got to Hamilton by mid-afternoon, and ate Portuguese chicken at the Charred Rotisserie House down the road from the barn. We ate like kings. He has been back a few times since.And then there is John, who was downtown at the Toronto Stock Exchange that Tuesday, letting a vendor in to do a routine job. At 2:30 the vendor crashed the system. Eight hours to bring it back. John is standing on a floor you get onto with retina scans and palm prints, he cannot leave the vendor alone, and his company supplies data to the exchange at thousands of dollars an hour. He had a ticket in his pocket and a family carload heading to Hamilton without him. So he stood there and asked himself the only question he had. What would Gord do? What's the Canadian thing to do? He thought about '38 Years Old' - which is the plate on his car - and the father in that song who turns his own son in because it is the right thing. John stayed at his post. He called his sons and told them to give the ticket away. Every August 16th since has been one of the saddest days of his year.Inside the building, the two who made it describe the same night from two heights. The small stage, the band pressed in around each other, a band of brothers making life as easy for Gord as they could. Gord finding faces one at a time, holding them, nodding, gesturing, taking what Gino calls little memory snippets for himself. The monitor on the floor by his feet for the words that wouldn't come. Gino has seen this band more than forty times, and he puts Hamilton at the top for sheer energy. Matt's read is sharper still: the energy was all there, the memory just couldn't always match it.The set list gave Hamilton 'Fifty-Mission Cap', 'Eldorado', and 'At the Hundredth Meridian' early, four from "World Container" as the night's rare record, and the best four of the six "Man Machine Poem" songs that made the tour. 'Poets' to close the main set. 'Gift Shop', 'Don't Wake Daddy', and 'Ahead by a Century' in the first encore. Then 'Fiddler's Green' and 'Twist My Arm' in the second, and a song Gino had never heard live anywhere. Matt has one regret and it is a beer. He went for one during 'Escape Is at Hand for the Travellin' Man', found the concourse narrow and the taps in the basement, and came back up on 'Fireworks' having missed ten minutes he will never get back. So there's that.Gino's detour is worth the price of admission on its own - Highland Bowl in Rochester, a grass amphitheatre, a downpour with thunder and lightning, the band stopping for maybe ten minutes, Gord calling out to the lovers of music who stayed, and grown adults sliding down the wet hill on their bellies toward the stage. Second best night he ever had with this band. Hamilton was first.Then the lights. Gino describes an arena that felt like one family at a memorial service, except it wasn't a somber memorial service - it was everybody holding everybody else up while Gord stood there telling them from the stage that it was going to be okay. Half an hour after the last note the set list was sitting within arm's reach, so Gino took it, and they passed it around for photographs. Nobody wanted to leave. Matt walked over to the King George pub with seven other people and found something else entirely. It almost had the feeling of a wake. Nobody wanted another round. Everybody was thankful. Everybody knew.August 20th finds all three of them in very different rooms. John rigged an aerial in the backyard of his brother's cottage outside Montreal, set both PVRs at home, and asked the local bar in a small French-Canadian town whether they'd be showing it - they had no idea what he was talking about. Don't move that coat hanger outside. Matt spent three hours assembling a children's play kitchen for his two-year-old daughter with the broadcast on, which should have taken one. Gino watched with a dozen guys at a friend's place, where Greg leaned over and said the thing nobody else had thought: doesn't he look nervous? He did. Of course he did.The landing belongs to John, though. There was no goodbye for him that night, so it came slowly, over days and weeks, like a song fading out instead of ending. And it kept going. He has a nine-year-old granddaughter now who knows the words, and he took her to Chudleigh's in Milton to see the Practically Hip so she could dance to them. Another generation, flying the flag.THE PANEL• Gino from Buffalo - forty-plus shows with The Hip, third row on the floor in Hamilton on a VIP ticket his friend Greg found hours after the show sold out, and a plate of Portuguese chicken beforehand he still drives back for. He came home with the set list. He listens to this band every single day.• Matt from Buffalo - second row of section 120, with a photo from that night still hanging behind him on camera. He ran the Buffalo crew's presale plan, got the only four seats any of them landed, filmed 'Scared' through the moment his friend's knees went, and lost ten minutes of the night to a beer line in the basement.• John from Mississauga - the one who didn't get in. A crashed system on the Toronto Stock Exchange floor at 2:30 on show day, a ticket handed off to somebody else, and a decision he made by asking what Gord would do. He watched August 20th through a coat hanger aerial at a cottage. His granddaughter is nine and already knows the words.SOURCESSet list for August 16, 2016 at FirstOntario Centre in Hamilton (now TD Coliseum) - source: setlist.fm.THE GATHERING IN KINGSTONAugust 20 to 23, 2026, alongside Forever Hip - a mixer at the Merchant Pub, Choir! Choir! Choir! in Springer Market Square, a listening party for "The Tragically Hip Live, July 22 - August 20, 2016", a Long Time Running screening, and a farewell brunch at Morrison's. The CBC broadcast re-airs on the 22nd. Email jd@tthpods.com to get on the list. And if you spot a purple shirt or a purple lanyard in Kingston that weekend, that's a safe person to talk to.GEDFEST TORONTOSaturday, October 17, 2026 at the Horseshoe Tavern, with Grace, 2. Raising money for Campfire Circle and the Murphy Family Fund in Precision Medicine in Pancreatic Cancer. Tickets: facebook.com/GEDfestYYZThanks to Gino, Matt, and John, because without them, there's not a show. Next stop: Ottawa.MORE FROM THE TOURWinnipeg: https://redcircle.com/shows/a01e8de3-1a04-4a44-ab9c-8fc6e3cb7474/ep/bf776e9a-c431-41bc-b605-f73fff1155d3Calgary Night 2: https://redcircle.com/shows/a01e8de3-1a04-4a44-ab9c-8fc6e3cb7474/ep/98943c27-bdae-4f56-84d4-a57754be7719SUPPORT THE WORKThe tip jar: buymeacoffee.com/tthtop40Web: home.tthpods.com | Facebook: community.tthpods.com | Instagram: @tthpods | YouTube: youtube.com/@tthpods | Newsletter: subscribe.tthpods.com | Email: jd@tthpods.com#TheTragicallyHip #GordDownie #WorldContainer #RoadApples #HipFans #TTHPodsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tthtop40/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Every August, teachers make the same promise to themselves: this year, I'm going to leave work on time. This year, I'm going to protect my time for myself and my family. And every year, that promise starts slipping the moment the calendar fills back up.In this episode, I'm getting into why "just set better boundaries" isn't the full answer — and what it actually takes to build a life that doesn't disappear every fall and reappear every summer. We talk about the difference between static and dynamic systems, why the routine that worked two weeks ago might already be failing you, and how I'm learning to build systems around a life that includes cheer, soccer, work, school, and a family schedule that never looks the same two weeks in a row.This is the first in a series on the systems that support your life outside the classroom — so if you've ever felt like your life gets put on pause from August to May, this one's for you.CHECK OUT THE FULL SHOWNOTES: http://www.teachingmindbodyandsoul.com/episode159

Every August, Jess hears the same story on repeat: decision makers are on holiday, budgets are frozen, nobody's picking up the phone, so why bother? In this episode, Jess pushes back on that, hard. More decision makers and stakeholders are booking sales calls this August than she's seen in the last two years, and her own clients, working across leadership, performance, executive coaching, and fractional HR, are signing forty thousand pound retainers and hitting their entire annual revenue targets in six or seven months. It's not quiet out there - not even close! Jess is clear that when a sales process stalls, or a sales pipeline stops converting, it's rarely the market's fault, and it usually comes down to one of three things.  First, contagious negativity: doom and gloom talk spreads through business communities faster than success stories do, the same way an unhappy customer tells far more people about a bad experience than a happy one tells about a good one. If everyone around you is agreeing that nothing's working, it's easy to absorb that as fact instead of checking it against your own numbers. Second, strategy hopping: jumping from cold email outreach, to LinkedIn outreach, to networking, to trade shows, without ever giving a single method the time, volume, or clearly defined success markers it needs to prove itself. Most coaches and consultants haven't been taught what a lead generation channel is actually supposed to produce.  Its job is to book qualified sales calls, not close deals on its own, so judging an outreach campaign by how many sales it generated directly, rather than how many qualified conversations it opened, is an unfair test from the start. When that test fails, the channel gets written off and the search for a new one begins again, wiping out whatever progress had already been made. Third, and often the reason the other two happen at all, is not having a proven, best practice sales process to troubleshoot against in the first place. Without one, there's no baseline to compare results to, no way to tell whether a tactic is underperforming or simply hasn't had enough time, and no way to tell a genuine problem apart from ordinary variation.  This is made worse by a gap that rarely gets talked about: most coaches and consultants have invested heavily in qualifications for their specialism, whether that's leadership, HR, nutrition, or executive coaching, but very few of those qualifications include any formal sales training. Learning to sell on top of learning to deliver is a genuinely big undertaking, and struggling with it in year one is normal, not a personal failing. The real cost of strategy hopping isn't the time spent on any single failed attempt. It's staying stuck in the hardest, least comfortable phase of selling to corporate clients for far longer than necessary, because every reset means relearning lessons that a fully implemented, properly measured process would only have taught once. Coaches and consultants who commit to a single proven process, follow it as designed, and give it defined time and volume before judging it, tend to move through that difficult first phase once and into a far more sustainable place: referrals, inbound leads, and account maximisation with existing clients. So if you're heading into the final stretch of summer wondering whether to pause lead generation until September, the evidence points the other way. Corporate decision makers are still active, still booking calls, and still signing contracts. The businesses seeing the strongest results right now aren't the ones with an easier market. They're the ones executing, and honestly troubleshooting, a sales process they actually trust. Key Quotes "The purpose of lead generation is to book qualified sales calls." "That attitude is contagious. Happy customers will talk about their experience with a company to one or two people. Unhappy customers tell on average ten people how unhappy they are about something." "The hardest bit of selling to companies is the first year doing it, because in the first year selling to companies, you are learning and implementing all new skills."   Key Takeaways 1. The Market Isn't the Problem. The Story About the Market Is. A slow market isn't universal, it's what happens when a proven process isn't being run. 2. Negativity Is Contagious, and It Spreads Faster Than Success Does. One unhappy voice in your peer group can talk ten more people into believing the market's dead. 3. There's a Real Difference Between Positive Critique and Defeatist Thinking. Diagnosing a specific gap fixes your process; writing off a whole channel after one bad week doesn't. 4. There's a Clear Divide Between People Who Fully Implement a Strategy and People Who Hop Between Them. Chasing a quick win means never finishing anything long enough to know if it actually works. 5. Customising a Proven Template Often Breaks It. Tweak a proven template and you lose the ability to tell whether the strategy failed or your edit did. 6. Very Few People Selling to Companies Have Ever Been Taught to Sell. Nobody trains coaches and consultants to sell, so struggling with it in year one is normal, not a failure. 7. Every Sales Activity Is an Experiment, and Experiments Need Defined Success Markers. Without defined success markers upfront, you can't tell if a tactic is failing or just unfinished. 8. Strategy Hopping Keeps You Stuck in the Hardest Part of Selling to Corporates, on Repeat. Every reset sends you back to the hardest, least profitable stage of selling to corporates. 9. August Is a Genuine Opportunity, Not a Dead Zone. Waiting for September to restart outreach guarantees a slow start to Q4.   If you've enjoyed listening to Doing everything but your sales process still isn't converting in the way you want? Check out these episodes. 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Every August, the Lion's Gate Portal takes over the spiritual world. Social media fills with talk of manifestation, energy shifts, spiritual awakenings, and the powerful 8/8 portal—but where did this tradition actually come from?In this episode, we're exploring the fascinating history, symbolism, and astrology behind the Lion's Gate Portal. We'll look at the ancient significance of Sirius and its connection to Ancient Egypt, the symbolism of Leo season, the meaning of the number 8 in numerology, and how the modern Lion's Gate Portal became one of today's most talked-about spiritual events.Is the Lion's Gate Portal an ancient spiritual tradition, or is it a modern New Age practice inspired by older beliefs? We'll separate historical facts from contemporary spiritual interpretations while exploring why so many people find this time meaningful for reflection, meditation, intention-setting, and personal growth.Whether you're a seasoned astrology lover or simply curious about the 8/8 Lion's Gate, this episode offers a thoughtful look at the myths, history, and spiritual practices that continue to inspire millions each year.✨ Welcome, Cosmic Baddies—let's unlock the mystery of the Lion's Gate Portal together.#LionsGatePortal #LionsGate #88Portal #Meditation #GuidedMeditation #Manifestation #SpiritualAwakening #Astrology #ChakraHealing #HeartChakra #SolarPlexusChakra #EnergyHealing #SpiritualPodcast #Mindfulness #SelfDiscovery

Every August, students go back to school — and business leaders should take note. In this episode of The Peggy Smedley Show, host Peggy Smedley uses the back-to-school season as a lens to examine one of the most critical questions facing organizations today: As we race to adopt AI, automation, and digital transformation, are we actually solving the right problems? Peggy revisits the foundational principle that has guided Connected World for years — the right balance of people, process, and technology — and explains why that three-legged stool matters more than ever in the age of generative AI, agentic AI, and physical AI. In this episode, you'll hear why: Technology is the enabler, not the destination Data without insight is just noise AI cannot fix broken processes — it only exposes them The next decade will be won by organizations that learn continuously, not the ones that spend the most on tech This week's tip: Pick one business challenge. Don't start by asking which technology to buy — start by asking why the problem exists in the first place. Subscribe for new episodes every Thursday, and join Peggy live every Tuesday at 12 PM Central. PeggySmedleyShow.com | LinkedIn: Peggy Smedley

Every August, I offer you something different. Not a new conversation, but a pause. This was the year AI stopped being a headline and became part of our daily lives as leaders. I dedicated a whole series to it, from robotics to education to medicine to trust. And one paradox kept coming back, conversation after conversation: the more powerful the technology becomes, the more the difference is made by what is deeply, irreducibly human. So for this summer special I went back through the season and selected seven moments around one conviction. This era demands that we show up with our humanity at its best. More human than ever. We explore four powers together. → Power one, prepare your mind. Ethan Kross on chatter, the voice inside your head, and the toolbox to master it. The brain does not come with a user's manual, so you build your own. → Power two, own your story. Nicholas Thompson on recognising the generational patterns he inherited, and Raj Sisodia on why trauma cannot heal in silence and in shame. Know yourself, love yourself, be yourself. → Power three, magnify your purpose with AI. Stéphane Bancel on why the CEO has to be the chief AI officer and must not delegate it, and MacKenzie Price on the school where children learn academics in two hours a day. → Power four, keep humans at the center. Rana el Kaliouby on emotional intelligence and privacy by principle, and Raffi Krikorian on the hardest question of all: who owns your window to the world? I close with four lessons, one per power, and one practice I want to leave you with for the summer. I call it the summer walk. Fifteen minutes a day, no phone, no podcast, not even mine. Just you and four questions. Pick one tool, one idea from this episode, and practice it before September. Thank you for listening, for your messages and your ideas for guests. This community of positive leaders across so many countries is what keeps this podcast alive and growing. If this episode resonates, share it with one person who needs a spark this summer. I will see you in early September with a brand new season. New here? Subscribe to Positive Leadership & You for one edition a month, written for leaders who want to build companies and communities people thrive in. https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/positive-leadership-you-6970390170017669121/Want to go deeper? Listen to the Positive Leadership Podcast on your favourite platform. 130+ conversations with the leaders, founders and thinkers shaping a more human future of work.

Every August, students go back to school — and business leaders should take note. In this episode of The Peggy Smedley Show, host Peggy Smedley uses the back-to-school season as a lens to examine one of the most critical questions facing organizations today: As we race to adopt AI, automation, and digital transformation, are we actually solving the right problems? Peggy revisits the foundational principle that has guided Connected World for years — the right balance of people, process, and technology — and explains why that three-legged stool matters more than ever in the age of generative AI, agentic AI, and physical AI. In this episode, you'll hear why: Technology is the enabler, not the destination Data without insight is just noise AI cannot fix broken processes — it only exposes them The next decade will be won by organizations that learn continuously, not the ones that spend the most on tech This week's tip: Pick one business challenge. Don't start by asking which technology to buy — start by asking why the problem exists in the first place. Subscribe for new episodes every Thursday, and join Peggy live every Tuesday at 12 PM Central. PeggySmedleyShow.com | LinkedIn: Peggy Smedley

Welcome to another episode of our Summer Sessions! Every August, we take a short break from our usual news roundups and deep dives to bring you lighter, conversational, and debate-style episodes. These are designed to be enjoyed while you're out on a summer walk, driving, or taking a well-deserved break from work. In this second episode of the series, Al Elliott and Leanne Elliott are joined by author, speaker, and host of the Unbehaved podcast, Meghan French Dunbar. Together, they put some of the biggest workplace behaviours, leadership advice, and organisational trends to the test in a fast-paced game of Workplace Red Flag or Green Flag? From unlimited PTO and salary transparency to reception wall values and office dogs, we debate the unwritten rules of work—and challenge whether the things we accept as "normal" are actually helping or hurting workplace culture. Topics We Debate in This Episode: Unlimited Holiday: A genuine employee perk, or a trap that leads to taking less time off? Values on the Wall: Inspiration, or a clear sign of corporate virtue signaling? Salary Transparency: A green flag for pay equity, or a recipe for workplace chaos? Workplace Tropes: What do office dogs with email addresses, "we're like a family" statements, and founder-led interviews really say about a company?

Every August, social media lights up with talk of the 8/8 Lionsgate Portal a supposedly powerful time for manifestation, abundance and spiritual awakening. But how much of what you're hearing is actually rooted in astrology?In this episode Yasmin takes a thoughtful look at one of the most talked-about dates in the spiritual calendar. She explores where the Lionsgate story comes from, examines the claims surrounding Sirius and Ancient Egypt, and explains why the astrology of 8 August isn't quite as simple as many online posts suggest.Rather than dismissing the symbolism, Yasmin encourages you to stay curious, think critically, and understand what the astrology really says so you can make up your own mind.In this episode you'll discover:Why the 8/8 Lionsgate Portal has become such a global phenomenonThe origins of the Lionsgate story and how it evolvedWhether Ancient Egyptian beliefs really support the modern narrativeThe role of Sirius and what astronomically happens in early AugustWhy the astrology of 8 August changes from year to yearHow to separate meaningful symbolism from modern mythsWhy critical thinking and spiritual curiosity can go hand in handWhether you're a long-time astrology student or simply wondering what all the excitement around Lionsgate is about, this episode offers a balanced, insightful perspective that may change the way you think about 8/8.✨ If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who loves astrology and spiritual growth.Resources & Links

Every August, social media lights up with talk of the 8/8 Lionsgate Portal a supposedly powerful time for manifestation, abundance and spiritual awakening. But how much of what you're hearing is actually rooted in astrology?In this episode Yasmin takes a thoughtful look at one of the most talked-about dates in the spiritual calendar. She explores where the Lionsgate story comes from, examines the claims surrounding Sirius and Ancient Egypt, and explains why the astrology of 8 August isn't quite as simple as many online posts suggest.Rather than dismissing the symbolism, Yasmin encourages you to stay curious, think critically, and understand what the astrology really says so you can make up your own mind.In this episode you'll discover:Why the 8/8 Lionsgate Portal has become such a global phenomenonThe origins of the Lionsgate story and how it evolvedWhether Ancient Egyptian beliefs really support the modern narrativeThe role of Sirius and what astronomically happens in early AugustWhy the astrology of 8 August changes from year to yearHow to separate meaningful symbolism from modern mythsWhy critical thinking and spiritual curiosity can go hand in handWhether you're a long-time astrology student or simply wondering what all the excitement around Lionsgate is about, this episode offers a balanced, insightful perspective that may change the way you think about 8/8.✨ If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who loves astrology and spiritual growth.Resources & Links

Every August, a city of 70,000 rises from the desolate salt desert of northwest Nevada. No money, no corporate sponsors, no permanent walls. Its citizens live by a strict code: Radical inclusion. Decommodification. Leave no trace. The Burning Man Project is built on the premise that humanity, when stripped of societal rules, will default to love and art. But that isn't always the case. Saturday night. August 30th, 2025. Inside a red-and-white canvas tent on the festival's fringes, 37-year-old Vadim Kruglov is trapped. A heavy kitchen knife strikes. A single, fatal jab to the throat. Vadim's first-ever Burning Man …would be his last. At 9:15 p.m., a woman in a red dress flagged down one of the sheriff department's roaming patrols. Panicked and out-of-breath, she managed to get out a few words: “There is a man bleeding out in my tent. He might be dead. I won't touch him.” By morning, one of the guiding principles of Burning Man, leave no trace, proved to be investigators' worst nightmare. The crime scene, the witnesses, and the killer didn't just scatter in the wind, the entire city vanished from the face of the Earth. Follow Jami @JamiOnAir on Instagram and TikTok. Subscribe to Jami's YouTube channel @JamiOnAir: https://www.youtube.com/@jamionair Sponsors Shopify: You don't need anyone's approval to make a living. Build your own business with a free trial at shopify.com/murderish. Anyone with information on this case is encouraged to contact the Pershing County Sheriff's Office at (775) 273-2641. Bravo's Most Wanted - listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bravos-most-wanted-with-jami-rice-and-katie-ginella/id1896791981 Dirty Money Moves: Women in White Collar Crime - Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirty-money-moves-women-in-white-collar-crime/id1619521092. Research and writing by: K. Brant.   Want to advertise on this show? We've partnered with Cloud10 Media to handle our advertising requests. If you're interested in advertising on MURDERISH, please send an email to Sahiba Krieger sahiba@cloud10.fm and copy jami@murderish.com.  Visit Murderish.com to learn more about the podcast and Creator/Host, Jami, and to view a list of sources for this episode.  Listening to this podcast doesn't make you a murderer, it just means you're murder..ish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every August, we're reminded to celebrate women. But somewhere along the way, it's easy for the real meaning of Women's Month to get lost behind campaigns, discounts, and social media posts.In this episode, we're asking what Women's Month should actually look like in South Africa today. We reflect on the legacy of the 1956 Women's March, unpack the issues that continue to affect women across the country, and have an honest conversation about everything from gender-based violence and economic inequality to the rise of online gambling and its impact on young women.We also talk about the role we all have to play beyond posting online. What does it mean to show up for our communities? How do we become more engaged in the places we live? And what does meaningful support actually look like once Women's Month is over?

From 27th August to 4th September 2023, Burning Man is set to return to the Black Rock Desert in Nevada for the first time since 2019, with an authorised population of 87,000 people. This event sees artists, creators and community-makers gather to celebrate self-expression. Every August, a temporary real city is set up to accommodate the festival. It actually becomes one of the most populated cities in Nevada during the event. Festivities end with a huge bonfire, where a large wooden effigy is burned, hence the name.  How did the event come to be? What happens during the event? Why is there a Burning Man? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here : ⁠Are women really more emotional than men?⁠ ⁠Why are celebrities dissolving their facial fillers?⁠ ⁠What is the Smurfette Principle?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 3/9/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey friends, and welcome back to Help Me Abide.Today, I have the joy and honor of welcoming someone truly special. A personal friend, a woman I deeply admire, and a true hero of the faith, Mrs. Elizabeth Speer.Elizabeth and her husband Ted Speer have served as missionaries in Ghana, West Africa, for the past 16 years. Together, they've poured their lives into the work of the Gospel, and the fruit of their labor is truly remarkable.Through their ministry, over 50 churches have been started, either directly or indirectly. Their main church averages around 700 people every Sunday, not counting daughter churches. Their Bible college, Hyles-Anderson College of West Africa, has graduated 87 students. The Christian school my husband Brett helped launch, the Fundamental Baptist Academy, has 445 students enrolled this school year. Every August, their Pastors' and Workers' Conference draws hundreds from across West Africa, and they currently have over 70 team members on payroll. These statistics are just the tip of the iceberg in relating the incredible ministry the Lord has built through their faithful service.But Elizabeth's impact goes far beyond numbers. She is a woman who has faithfully embraced the priorities of each season God has led her through. She's a steady voice of wisdom, and a beautiful example of what it looks like to abide in Christ.Elizabeth is also a proud mom to Kimberly, James, Rachel, Grace, and Michael, as well as a son-in-law, a daughter-in-law, and a precious granddaughter.And for a little taste of her Ghanaian life, quite literally, her favorite local dish is red red with pepper sauce. If you know, you know!So whether you're folding laundry, commuting to work, or just needing encouragement in your own walk today, I pray this conversation is a blessing.Are you ready to be encouraged and equipped to abide in Christ? Let's get into the heart of today's episode.RESOURCES:Elizabeth Speer - Facebook PageBible Memory App ⁠- Phone App⁠Nourishing Traditions - WebpageTEAM:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast Facilitator - Mrs Tammy Goddard ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Host - Jennifer Beil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Social Media Director - Lisa Grubb ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music Coordinator - Lindsey Osgood ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Resource Promoter - Connie Marrujo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW US:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Webpage⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠

 Maisie Dobbs accepts a case from an old friend concerning his potential land purchase. She goes to a small rural community to investigate mysterious fires that erupt regularly, in addition to a series of petty crimes. Her assistant, Billy, and his family are there to pick hops. (Every August or September, thousands of Londoners left the crowded city to live in huts for weeks to pick hops. Not long after this time period, workers were replaced by machines. What was interesting was the attitude of the pickers, they formed a community and sang and danced in the evenings, and treated their time in Kent more like a vacation than drudgery.) 1931 brought many challenges to folks in the different classes, from Londoners to gypsies to townspeople.. Prejudices are never pretty. England was still healing from the aftermath of  WWI, Billy and his sweet family are still healing from their loss, and Maisie has her own loss to work through, too. Revenge is added to loss in the village where Maisie learns about a secret no one wants to discuss. Another mystery is the Zeppelin raid that killed the baker and his family. Can Masie find answers and solve the case?“Fear is the driving force behind revenge, but love is the antidote.” Sounds like the Bible verse from 1 John 4:18: “There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear.” This book was filled with revenge quotes that packed a punch. Kate pointed out that maybe an incomplete revenge is one that has not been forgiven, what a powerful point! Please join us as we recap Maise Dobbs's 5th book, An Incomplete Truth by Jacqueline Winspear,  “The past may haunt us, but only by facing it can we find true peace.”Blessings, dear listeners!

In this time in our human evolution a very special portal has opened up once again. Every August 8th (8th month of the 8th day) the Lion's Gate Portal opens but this Lion's Gate was different as it also opened and activated our DNA light codes. Now that the 999 Portal is open it is about cleaning up and letting go of literally everything that is in our "baggage" or junk energies. These are past anger focused on our past including parents, coaches, teachers, bullies in school, traumas of any kind needs to be let go. The vibrations of the Earth and the light codes in our sun rays all are uplifting our energies and changing everything. With this incredible enhanced universal flow all lower vibration energies like anger, greed, fear, shame, guilt, feelings of not enough, etc. must go for us as humans to evolve to a higher state. Those that don't let these energies go will stay behind and choose to rest in fear instead of love. This meditation is based on the 432 Hz. and the Divine Feminine energies to bring everyone to a path of pure love and creation itself. Listen to this every day for 9 days and you will feel like a different person. The sounds do most of the work. Just take it in and accept who you become. Let us know how it goes. Here is a link to Tony's many classes coming up: https://lovehigherself.com/eventsSubscribe to our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@raisingyourspiritswithtony108 Meditation only Podcast Library: Raising Your Spirits Meditation Podcast (buzzsprout.com)Tony Gyenis conducts a free weekly Facebook LIVE meditation class on Fridays at 1:30pm Eastern called Tuning In with Tony . Here is the link to Tony's page to join his weekly class: https://www.facebook.com/tony.gyenis Book your spot here: https://calendly.com/whitelight878/tune-in-with-tonyTony's eCard:https://link.v1ce.co.uk/pbex/tonygyenis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Lyceum Movement is a nationwide grassroots organization that aims to build a healthier public discourse by bringing diverse groups of people together to investigate first principles. Every August, Lyceum hosts a big event in Des Moines: the Tallgrass Ideas Festival. And for the last three years, Wisdom of Crowds has been there, hosting a live taping of our podcast.This year, the Festival's theme was trust. We hosted an episode about trust and technology, a topic on everybody's mind. Our two guests were Daniel Corrigan, a philosophy professor at Iowa State University who focuses on the theory and practice of rights, and August Lamm, an artist, activist and writer who has distinguished herself by leading an active creative life completely off the grid — in New York, to boot. This was an engaging conversation about AI, work, time and happiness. I think it's one of our best this year.Santiago Ramos starts the conversation with a quote from the late Henry Kissinger, who claimed that trusting AI requires more blind faith than the scientific method. Are we becoming less modern when we trust the “mechanical oracle” of AI? What does it mean to trust AI? Daniel, in his philosophical way, clarifies the terms. We can only trust people, he says, not machines. Machines can be reliable, but not trustworthy. So the question is: do we trust the companies that make the machines? August, for her part, says that we need to go back to first principles. Why do we need these machines in the first place? Why do we need social media? Why do we need AI? Why do we need everything to be so fast?The episode concludes with some interesting questions from the audience, about AI and natural resources; the difficulty discerning reality from fantasy; and how we can make software better. It's well worth your time.Required Reading:* The Kissinger quote comes from this article.* Palantir's one-pound contract with the British NHS.* Lyceum Movement. * Tallgrass Festival of Ideas.* Daniel Corrigan webpage on Philpapers.* August Lamm's homepage.* Santiago Ramos, “The People v. the Oracle” (WoC). Wisdom of Crowds is a platform challenging premises and understanding first principles on politics and culture. Join us! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wisdomofcrowds.live/subscribe

Every August, New York City becomes the headquarters for all things tennis thanks to the U.S. Open.And a lot has happened for the sport in the Big Apple. This year marks 75 since Althea Gibson broke the tennis color barrier at the tournament.So, ahead of the finals this weekend, we sit down with a panel of experts to talk about the biggest takeaways from this year's event and the future of the sport.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Friends of the Rosary,Every August 20, we honor St. Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153), abbot, theologian, poet, orator, and writer, and Doctor of the Church, who perfected the monastic rule that would become the model for 163 monasteries of the Cistercian reform.St. Bernard was an apostle of the Crusades, reconciler of kings, leader of peoples, and counselor of popes. He studied grammar, poetry, literature, rhetoric, dialectics, Scripture, and theology.He also held a profound devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, continually seeking her intercession and seeing her as our Mediatrix and as the Star of the Sea who guides us through the darkness of life. The prayer of the Memorare is attributed to him.He wrote De Consideratione, and many of his sermons are excerpted in the Breviary.Notably, his treatise “On Loving God” articulated the reasons we should love God to an immeasurable degree. In all of his works, Abbot Bernard sought to teach to draw our hearts to conversion and love. He regularly emphasized the personal nature of God as revealed in Jesus Christ, our call to mystical union with Him, the need for humility, the benefits of asceticism, and the central role that the Blessed Virgin Mary must play in our lives.He was a theologian, contemplative, and mystic whose central goals were to love God and to draw others into that same love.Many miracles were attributed to him. He had the charism of spiritual discernment and was able to read the inner thoughts and intentions of people.Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play

Every August, we make “school year resolutions”—we're going to give better feedback, protect our time, stop doing so much. But most of those resolutions fall apart by September, not because we're undisciplined, but because we made them in a vacuum. In this episode, discover why even good principals find themselves slipping back into old habits, and how one shift makes resolutions unnecessary. If you want this year's goals to actually stick, don't make another resolution. Build a 100% Vision #LikeABuilder.

A special from Edinburgh, where art and performance meet tech with spectacular results. Including a magician with robot assistants, an AI improv group and an electrifying dance act.Every August, Edinburgh becomes the centre of the arts world, with half a million visitors and thousands of acts descending on the Scottish capital. Among these are performers using some pioneering tech, asking questions about the role of AI in our lives and even a choreographer stimulating his dancers' muscles with electricity.Tell us about your own mini-adventure with tech by emailing techlife@bbc.co.uk or sending us a Whatsapp voice note to +44 330 1230 320.Presenter and producer: Imran Rahman-Jones Editor: Monica Soriano(Image: A man in a white shirt a grey waistcoat, on stage with a humanoid robot head. Credit: Getty Images)

Every August, the Shenandoah County Fairgrounds come alive with the sights and sounds of the 4-H/FFA Livestock Show and Sale—a tradition that not only showcases the hard work of local youth but also weaves together the fabric of a rural community. In a recent episode of "The Valley Today," host Janet Michael sat down with a panel of participants and organizers to pull back the curtain on what it takes to prepare for this beloved event. Among the guests was Maggie Eaton, a seasoned 4-H participant and current program assistant, who reflected on her final year of eligibility. “I just wanted to continue being involved with 4-H and the fair,” she shared, emphasizing the sense of belonging and purpose the program provides. Alongside her were Brant Kibler and Riley Smith, both youth representatives eager to share their experiences raising and showing animals ranging from lambs and steers to pigs and dairy cows. Brant, who's been showing lambs since 2020, described the meticulous care and training required, while Riley offered a glimpse into the daily routines and the unique bond formed with her dairy cow. The conversation, guided by Shenandoah County 4-H program manager Carol Nansel, delved into the logistics of the show, from the parade of animals to the much-anticipated auction. Carol highlighted the growing participation—over 150 exhibitors this year, including 23 first-timers—and the life skills gained through the program: time management, financial literacy, and community engagement. “You don't have to live on a farm to be part of 4-H,” she noted, pointing to initiatives like the dairy lease program that open doors for all interested youth. Beyond the blue ribbons and scholarship funds, the show and sale represent a rite of passage for many, teaching resilience, responsibility, and the value of local agriculture. Whether you're a seasoned exhibitor or a curious newcomer, the Shenandoah County 4-H & FFA Livestock Show and Sale is a testament to the enduring power of community and the promise of youth.

Every August, a fresh new cohort of students arrives on Carlisle Barracks to attend the resident course at the U.S. Army War College. The goal is to educate and develop these senior military and civilian leaders to serve at the strategic level, enhancing national and global security. Maria Gregory shares her hard-won tips for success with host Liz Woodworth. Maria began the 2024-2025 academic year feeling apprehensive but by the end felt transformed (for the best!) Maria hopes the lessons she learned during the "Carlisle Experience" might help others to make the most of the opportunities available during their own studies. And for all those students that have just arrived be sure to check out our special Back to School series for more incredibly useful information like you'll find here.

Get Get 10 Seed Packs for $1.50 Each Free Shipping & Handling https://gardenary.samcart.com/products/free-seeds Don't let anyone tell you it's too late to start gardening! You can absolutely kick off a garden in August as long as you choose the right seeds. In this video, I'm sharing 5 perfect crops to plant this month, no matter where you live, hot, cold, or somewhere in between. From leafy greens and herbs to roots, fruits, and flowers, there's still plenty of time to keep your garden growing strong through the heat and into the cooler months. MORE  ➝ Plan your upcoming fall garden with our cool season planner https://gardenary.samcart.com/products/gardenary-cool-season-planner ➝ Plan ahead and get on the list for our Fall Seed Collection: https://shop.gardenary.com/products/cool-season-seed-collection ➝ Get our Plate Planting Starter Kit: https://www.gardenary.com/plate-planting-starter-kit   Follow Gardenary Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gardenaryco/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gardenaryco Find a Garden Coach Business in Your Area: https://www.gardenary.com/businesses

Are You Ready to Talk About Legionella?  Every August, we dedicate an entire month to a topic that touches public health, liability, and the core of what water treaters do — yet it's still misunderstood by many: Legionella.  In this episode, Trace Blackmore kicks off Legionella Awareness Month by returning to the basics. Where did Legionella get its name? What makes it dangerous? And why is there still confusion between a water treatment program and a water management plan?  Tracing It Back: History, Misconceptions, and Missed Conversations  Trace opens with the 1976 American Legion outbreak in Philadelphia — the moment the medical and water treatment worlds collided. He explains how the bacteria was identified, how the term Legionella pneumophila came to be, and how Pontiac Fever and Legionnaires' Disease represent two ends of the same pathogenic spectrum.  But more importantly, he challenges us to think critically about the language we use. Saying “Legionella” casually — without understanding whether we're referring to the bacteria, the illness, or the implications of a test result — can lead to major breakdowns in communication between service providers and facility managers.  A Water Treatment Program Is Not a Legionella Plan  Many professionals know how to deliver great chemical treatment. But too often, when a Legionella test comes back positive, the customer assumes the water treater is responsible. This episode explains how that misunderstanding happens—and how to prevent it through proactive, well-framed conversations.  Trace walks through why seasonal testing is the bare minimum, what makes a good water management team, and why documentation and pre-approved action plans are essential for clarity and peace of mind when results come in.  He also introduces tools like the CDC Legionella Toolkit, ASHRAE 188, and ASSE 12080—resources every industrial water professional should know and use.  The Systems at Risk — And Why It's Not Just Cooling Towers  Trace breaks down the environments where Legionella thrives cooling towers, stagnant pipes, dead legs, hot water systems with low temperatures, decorative fountains, humidifiers, and spas. He highlights why biofilm protection matters, why heat isn't always enough, and how mixing valves and plumbing design can support both safety and scald prevention.  You'll hear how real-world scenarios unfold—and how one positive test, without the right planning, can lead to panic, blame, and liability risk for everyone involved.  Legionella isn't just a technical issue — it's a human one. Whether you're in the field, managing accounts, or advising clients, this episode offers practical tools and powerful reminders for having the conversations that count.  The professionals who lead these conversations are the ones building trust, avoiding risk, and elevating the industry.   Listen to the full episode and explore the Legionella Resource Library at Legionella Resources. Stay engaged, keep learning, and continue scaling up your knowledge!    Timestamps    02: 12 – Trace opens the episode with an overview of Legionella Awareness Month  08:47 – Legionella vs. Legionellosis  15:51 – The Miscommunication That Hurts Trust  27:13 – Where Legionella Hides  28:14 – Key Resources  33:22 – Water You Know with James McDonald  34:47– Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals    Quotes  “Cooling towers are guilty until proven innocent — and that's how the industry sees them.”  “Legionella is not your responsibility unless you've set the right expectations in writing.”  “Don't wait until a test is positive to have the conversation. By then, emotions are already high.”  “ASHRAE 188 doesn't prescribe. It describes it. It's up to us to translate it for each system.”  “Education isn't just about reading guidelines. It's about knowing how to guide your clients.”    Connect with Scaling UP! 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Every August, abandoned storefronts across America are filled with the spirit of Halloween, by way of the store, Spirit Halloween. Learn all about this wildly successful pop-up today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every August, the Philippines commemorates 'Buwan ng Wikang Pambansa.' In a 2021 conversation, fellow veteran documentarist Kara David shares how she vlogs to teach Filipino language.Catch the full episode here (Date recorded: July 23, 2021): https://open.spotify.com/episode/6HNbiv1CWBCGgVY2FPYm54?si=d4d377a0579a4880&nd=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Every August, for more than 40 years now, the Federal Reserve has held a retreat in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. It has become an important venue for Fed communications and investors this week will be focused on Jerome Powell's speech, to be delivered at 10:00AM eastern time (or 8:00AM Wyoming time) on Friday. The topic of this year's conference is “Reassessing the Effectiveness and Transmission of Monetary Policy”, a subject that is well worth careful reconsideration. This, no doubt, will be the focus of Chairman Powell's remarks.

Every August 17th, Indonesian citizens hold a flag-raising ceremony. And the raising of the red and white flag is carried out by the Flag hoisting troops or commonly abbreviated as PASKIBRA. - Setiap tanggal 17 Agustus, warga Indonesia mengadakan upacara pengibaran bendera. Pengibaran bendera Merah Putih dilakukan oleh Pasukan Pengibar Bendera atau yang biasa disingkat PASKIBRA.

This week on Dopey! It is Dopey Day Again! We are celebrating ChrisMiss and remembering Chris and all of our fallen friends. We are joined by Chris's mom and sister today to remember Chris! We hear about some of their favorite memories and listen to what it's like living on after you lose someone!  PLUS TONS OF VOICEMAILS, EMAILS, REMEMBERING THE FALLEN DOPES! FROM AI: This part of the conversation focuses on the ongoing impact of losing loved ones to addiction and the importance of remembering and honoring their memory. The hosts discuss their personal experiences of remembering those who have passed away and the comfort it brings. They also touch on the significance of anniversaries and milestones in relation to grief. The conversation transitions to Dopey Day, a holiday created to pay homage to those lost to addiction and celebrate those who are still fighting to stay alive. The hosts share messages and greetings from the Dopey Nation community, highlighting the support and connection within the community. They also discuss the grief and healing process, including visiting Chris's grave and engaging in activities that remind them of him. The chapter ends with a reflection on the complexity of addiction and the challenges of recognizing relapse in loved ones. In this part of the conversation, David and Arden discuss the pain and guilt that comes with losing a loved one to addiction. They reflect on their own experiences of not recognizing the signs and blame themselves for not being able to prevent the tragedy. They emphasize the importance of forgiveness and self-compassion in the healing process. They also discuss the difficulty of moving on and the bittersweet feeling of seeing others continue with their lives while their loved one is gone. They share their thoughts on how to support someone who has lost a child and offer advice on finding hope and healing after such a devastating loss. In this part of the conversation, Annie discusses her ambivalence towards the significance of the new year and reflects on her recovery journey. She shares her struggles with addiction, including relapses and the challenges of staying sober. Annie contemplates recommitting to the 12-step program despite her reservations about certain aspects of it. The conversation ends with messages from Dopey Nation members and a classic Dopey episode featuring Chris and Dave. In this final part of the conversation, David Manheim shares some personal stories and anecdotes about his experiences with drugs and recovery. He talks about his disease and the constant struggle to stay sober. He also discusses his experiments with psychedelics and the possibility of achieving similar experiences through meditation and spiritual practices. The conversation ends with various members of the Dopey Nation sharing their messages of love, remembrance, and gratitude. keywordsaddiction, grief, remembrance, Dopey Day, support, community, healing, relapse, addiction, loss, guilt, forgiveness, self-compassion, moving on, support, hope, healing, ambivalence, new year, recovery, addiction, relapse, 12-step program, messages, Dopey episode, personal stories, anecdotes, drugs, recovery, disease, sobriety, psychedelics, meditation, spiritual practices, love, remembrance, gratitude takeaways Remembering and honoring loved ones who have passed away from addiction can bring comfort and a sense of connection. Anniversaries and milestones can be significant triggers for grief and reflection. Dopey Day is a holiday created to pay homage to those lost to addiction and celebrate those who are still fighting to stay alive. The Dopey Nation community provides support and connection for individuals navigating addiction and recovery. Visiting gravesites and engaging in activities that remind us of loved ones can be a way to feel connected and take care of their memory. Recognizing relapse in loved ones can be challenging, especially when they are intelligent and convincing. Losing a loved one to addiction can bring feelings of guilt and self-blame, but it's important to forgive yourself and recognize that the outcome was out of your control. It is not helpful or respectful to ask someone how they didn't know about their loved one's addiction. Each person's experience is unique, and blaming oneself or others does not change the outcome. Over time, the acute grief and self-questioning may fade, but it can resurface on certain days or during difficult moments. It's important to give yourself time and space to process these emotions. Seeing others move on with their lives can be bittersweet for those who have lost a loved one to addiction. It's a reminder of what could have been and can bring a mix of emotions, including hope and pain. Finding support from others who have experienced similar losses can help alleviate feelings of loneliness and provide a sense of understanding and connection. Engaging in acts of service and helping others can be a way to honor the memory of a loved one and find healing in the aftermath of loss. The new year may not hold significant meaning for everyone, and personal growth and change can happen at any time. Recovery from addiction is a challenging journey with ups and downs, and it's important to seek support and make a commitment to change. The 12-step program, while not perfect, can provide a supportive community and structure for recovery. The Dopey Nation community continues to honor and remember Chris and Annie, and their stories inspire others to stay strong in their own recovery journeys. The constant struggle to stay sober and prioritize recovery The potential for psychedelic experiences through meditation and spiritual practices The importance of love, remembrance, and gratitude within the Dopey Nation titles Dopey Day: A Holiday of Remembrance and Celebration Grief and Healing: Navigating the Loss of a Loved One Moving On and Finding Hope Navigating Guilt and Self-Blame Messages from Dopey Nation Contemplating the 12-Step Program Messages of Love, Remembrance, and Gratitude The Struggle of Sobriety and the Disease of Addiction Sound Bites "To know that they're remembered in some capacity, I'm just assuming, you know what I mean?" "Every August 16th, we celebrate Dopey Day, aka Christmas in August." "Happy Christmas in August Dopey Day episode." "The best gift they gave him is when we really suspected something was wrong, they said, doesn't matter what happened, we'll pay for the next rehab, we will get you, we will work with you so you get better." "Even if we had known, even if we had the best interventionist and the best companion and the best treatment center, it doesn't matter, it still could have ended where it was." "I don't think it's ever helpful to ask somebody, how don't you know? I actually find that really disrespectful and obnoxious and just not a helpful comment." "How do you feel now we're coming up on the new year? Is the new year significant to you?" "I've kind of decided I'm going to recommit to 12 step thing, which I'm not 100 % happy about." "I would just like to wish the Dopey Nation a very, very happy new year and I hope to see you all at DopeyCon 2023." "My disease is in the parking lot doing pushups, waiting for me to go out." "I cannot imagine you found any sort of psychedelic experience without taking a hallucinogen." "I got a bunch of this that DMT stuff it was what about dope stories the podcast with crazy Mike and the other guy from fish or whatever that thing I think that's ending didn't we see that was anything so yeah, we're gonna replace dope stories whatever that might be" Chapters 00:00Remembering and Honoring: Finding Comfort in Remembrance 05:47Dopey Day: A Holiday of Remembrance and Celebration 14:20Grief and Healing: Navigating the Loss of a Loved One 27:01Visiting Graves and Engaging in Activities: Keeping Memories Alive 37:30Recognizing Relapse: The Challenges of Supporting Loved Ones 47:19Navigating Guilt and Self-Blame 56:19Finding Healing Through Acts of Service 01:36:28Reflecting on the Significance of the New Year 01:43:28Struggles and Commitment in Recovery 01:54:14Messages from Dopey Nation 02:17:15Classic Dopey Episode: The GHB Bottle 02:24:07Exploring Psychedelics and Alternative Spiritual Practices 02:37:38Coincidences and Strange Encounters 02:44:09Messages of Love, Remembrance, and Gratitude

Every August, those stacks of school supplies in stores send me right back to those awkward school days, especially the dreaded school picture day. Remember those? I sure do. One year, I took my first-grade photo fate into my own hands... literally. I chopped my bangs right before picture day. Big mistake. My mom did her best to fix it, but let's just say, it was memorable for all the wrong reasons.Got your own funny school photo story? It's comforting to know we're not alone in those cringe-worthy moments!

Every August in Minnesota we have some changes to the real estate forms. This year is the bigger one that people have been hearing about which is about the buyer agent commissions. Here is an update on that.

Every August 15th the Maltese remember the story of the convoy that saved it during World War 2 

Friends of the Rosary, Every August, we honor the two martyrs of Auschwitz: St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross and St. Maximilian Kolbe. We need to pray hard that we and our world don't return to the inhumanity of violence and war. The social acceptance of euthanasia and abortion puts us on the wrong track. Today, August 9, we celebrate the memorial of St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (1891-1942), Virgin and martyr, also known as St. Edith Stein. Born into a prominent Jewish family in Breslau (now Wroclaw, Poland), she became a brilliant philosopher, a PhD, a teacher and lecturer at major universities in Germany, and a prolific writer. Captivated by the autobiography and the writings of Teresa of Avila, she converted to Catholicism and entered the Discalced Carmelites in 1933 in Echt, Netherlands. She was arrested by the Nazis when they occupied this country, along with all Catholics of Jewish extraction. Teresa Benedicta and her sister Rosa, also a Catholic, were transported on a cattle train to the death camp of Auschwitz. She died in a gas chamber in Auschwitz on August 9, 1942.Pope John Paul II beatified her in 1987 and canonized in 1998. Ave Maria!Jesus, I Trust In You!St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, Pray for Us! Come, Holy Spirit, come! To Jesus through Mary! + Mikel Amigot | RosaryNetwork.com, New York • ⁠August 9, 2024, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

Every August, I take a sabbatical from podcast recording to enjoy vacation time with family and friends and allow you to enjoy for the first or second time four previous podcast episodes that I found tremendously helpful and entertaining.  Other than travel and family time, I'll also be doing A LOT of prep work for some exciting changes happening to Financial Gym this Fall. You will not want to miss my September 1st podcast episode. I will have a lot to update you on as far as the podcast but also as far as the Gym. So I hope you enjoy this month of replays and stay tuned for very exciting updates in September.  REPLAY: On the last Friday of the month, I host Happy Hour on the podcast, where I gather great friends to drink cheap drinks and talk about money topics. This is the last episode of 2022, and for the 7th straight year in a row, we will share our highs and lows for the year; we will review the goals we set last year and set some new goals for 2023.  Besides being a special year-end Happy Hour, we have an extra special, supersized Happy Hour event that I am so excited to share with you. We have some returning Happy Hour ladies to update you on their years; we're saying farewell to a Happy Hour regular and sharing what's to come for Happy Hours in 2023. It is a super special not-to-miss episode.  For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.martinisandyourmoney.com/show-notes/episode492-replay-happy-hour-supersized

Every August, I take a sabbatical from podcast recording to enjoy vacation time with family and friends and allow you to enjoy for the first or second time four previous podcast episodes that I found tremendously helpful and entertaining.  Other than travel and family time, I'll also be doing A LOT of prep work for some exciting changes happening to Financial Gym this Fall. You will not want to miss my September 1st podcast episode. I will have a lot to update you on as far as the podcast but also as far as the Gym. So I hope you enjoy this month of replays and stay tuned for very exciting updates in September.  REPLAY: A recent Financial Health Network Survey from 2022 found that only 23% of women are considered financially healthy. There are many reasons for this, but one of the main reasons is that women are typically more likely to be preyed upon, especially when it comes to schemes like MLMs or multi-level marketing companies. If you're not sure what they are, they're essentially a pyramid scheme disguised as a business opportunity for people.  Unfortunately, at The Financial Gym, we've seen the negative financial impacts of participating in an MLM on hundreds of our members. Joining me today is Roberta Blevins, host of the podcast Life After MLM, to share what the experience was like for her, how you can spot and avoid MLMs, and if you're in one, how and why you should get out of it. This was one of the most fascinating conversations I've had in a while, and I hope this helps you or those you love to learn more about these horrible companies.  For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.martinisandyourmoney.com/show-notes/episode491-replay-life-after-mlm

Every August, I take a sabbatical from podcast recording to enjoy vacation time with family and friends and allow you to enjoy for the first or second time four previous podcast episodes that I found tremendously helpful and entertaining.  Other than travel and family time, I'll also be doing A LOT of prep work for some exciting changes happening to Financial Gym this Fall. You will not want to miss my September 1st podcast episode. I will have a lot to update you on as far as the podcast but also as far as the Gym. So I hope you enjoy this month of replays and stay tuned for very exciting updates in September.  REPLAY: At the Financial Gym, we have a Diversity, Equity Inclusion and Belonging team that works on various initiatives for the Gym and in 2022, we launched the ‘Exercising Empathy' Series where one speaker a month visits to educate the team on various subject matters that could impact our clients. Joining me today is Lillie Nkenchor, President of Lillie Nkenchor PC to discuss why she became a trust and estate attorney and why you don't have to be wealthy to think about trust and estate planning.  For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.martinisandyourmoney.com/show-notes/episode490-replay-estate-planning

In this miniseries I sit down with Brian and Troy, hosts of the popular podcast "I Was a Teenage Fundamentalist"We speak about the history of Pentacostalism in Australia and the world, and how the pair worked together to create a platform that is helping droves of survivors around the world. August is International Cult Awareness Month. Please visit this website to learn more, find out how you can support, calls to action and survivor resources. International Cult Awareness Month (ICAM) is when communities come together to highlight the dangers and realities of cultic practices. We hope to provide support for those affected. Every August, ICAM aims to educate the public about cults and their harmful impacts.ICAM seeks to expose the covert operations of cults, equipping individuals with the necessary knowledge and resources to combat and prevent cultic manipulation. The month-long observance hopes to empower individuals, families, and communities to stand against cults through open dialogue, shared stories, educational resources, and emotional support.International Cult Awareness Month's ultimate goal is to raise awareness of cults' pervasive and insidious nature and give hope to those affected. It is a message to those entangled in these harmful practices that they are not alone, that support is available, and that they have the strength to reclaim their lives.Get in Touch or Support:Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvaultCult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2023 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this miniseries I sit down with Brian and Troy, hosts of the popular podcast "I Was a Teenage Fundamentalist"We speak about the history of Pentacostalism in Australia and the world, and how the pair worked together to create a platform that is helping droves of survivors around the world. August is International Cult Awareness Month. Please visit this website to learn more, find out how you can support, calls to action and survivor resources. International Cult Awareness Month (ICAM) is when communities come together to highlight the dangers and realities of cultic practices. We hope to provide support for those affected. Every August, ICAM aims to educate the public about cults and their harmful impacts.ICAM seeks to expose the covert operations of cults, equipping individuals with the necessary knowledge and resources to combat and prevent cultic manipulation. The month-long observance hopes to empower individuals, families, and communities to stand against cults through open dialogue, shared stories, educational resources, and emotional support.International Cult Awareness Month's ultimate goal is to raise awareness of cults' pervasive and insidious nature and give hope to those affected. It is a message to those entangled in these harmful practices that they are not alone, that support is available, and that they have the strength to reclaim their lives.Get in Touch or Support:Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvaultCult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2023 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this miniseries I sit down with Brian and Troy, hosts of the popular podcast "I Was a Teenage Fundamentalist"We speak about the history of Pentacostalism in Australia and the world, and how the pair worked together to create a platform that is helping droves of survivors around the world. August is International Cult Awareness Month. Please visit this website to learn more, find out how you can support, calls to action and survivor resources. International Cult Awareness Month (ICAM) is when communities come together to highlight the dangers and realities of cultic practices. We hope to provide support for those affected. Every August, ICAM aims to educate the public about cults and their harmful impacts.ICAM seeks to expose the covert operations of cults, equipping individuals with the necessary knowledge and resources to combat and prevent cultic manipulation. The month-long observance hopes to empower individuals, families, and communities to stand against cults through open dialogue, shared stories, educational resources, and emotional support.International Cult Awareness Month's ultimate goal is to raise awareness of cults' pervasive and insidious nature and give hope to those affected. It is a message to those entangled in these harmful practices that they are not alone, that support is available, and that they have the strength to reclaim their lives.Get in Touch or Support:Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvaultCult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2023 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

Every August, I take a sabbatical from podcast recording to enjoy vacation time with family and friends and allow you to enjoy for the first or second time four previous podcast episodes that I found tremendously helpful and entertaining.  Other than travel and family time, I'll also be doing A LOT of prep work for some exciting changes happening to Financial Gym this Fall. You will not want to miss my September 1st podcast episode. I will have a lot to update you on as far as the podcast but also as far as the Gym. So I hope you enjoy this month of replays and stay tuned for very exciting updates in September.  REPLAY: Aja Evans is a Financial Therapist who works with clients on a number of challenges, one of which is being a first time generational wealth builder. Building wealth takes community. It's about surrounding yourself with like minded individuals and being supported through the challenging decisions you face as you sacrifice the spending of today to build for the wealth of tomorrow. Aja joins me to share her thoughts on best practices and tools for people looking to achieve this important goal.  For more information, visit the show notes at https://www.martinisandyourmoney.com/show-notes/episode489-replay-first-gen-wealth-building

In this episode I talk with Kara - a former member of the Twin Flames Universe. Kara talks about how, during a moment of vulnerablity, she found a welcoming community who would become all encompassing, promising that with their help, Kara would find her one true soulmate - her Twin Flame. Vice article - Inside the Toxic World of 'Twin Flames' Spirituality (vice.com)Understanding Twin Flames | Institute of Noetic SciencesKara's YouTube Channel - Kara Brodsky - YouTubeAugust is International Cult Awareness Month. Please visit this website to learn more, find out how you can support, calls to action and survivor resources. International Cult Awareness Month (ICAM) is when communities come together to highlight the dangers and realities of cultic practices. We hope to provide support for those affected. Every August, ICAM aims to educate the public about cults and their harmful impacts.ICAM seeks to expose the covert operations of cults, equipping individuals with the necessary knowledge and resources to combat and prevent cultic manipulation. The month-long observance hopes to empower individuals, families, and communities to stand against cults through open dialogue, shared stories, educational resources, and emotional support.International Cult Awareness Month's ultimate goal is to raise awareness of cults' pervasive and insidious nature and give hope to those affected. It is a message to those entangled in these harmful practices that they are not alone, that support is available, and that they have the strength to reclaim their lives.Get in Touch or Support:Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvaultCult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2023 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode I talk with Kara - a former member of the Twin Flames Universe. Kara talks about how, during a moment of vulnerablity, she found a welcoming community who would become all encompassing, promising that with their help, Kara would find her one true soulmate - her Twin Flame. Vice article - Inside the Toxic World of 'Twin Flames' Spirituality (vice.com)Understanding Twin Flames | Institute of Noetic SciencesKara's YouTube Channel - Kara Brodsky - YouTubeAugust is International Cult Awareness Month. Please visit this website to learn more, find out how you can support, calls to action and survivor resources. International Cult Awareness Month (ICAM) is when communities come together to highlight the dangers and realities of cultic practices. We hope to provide support for those affected. Every August, ICAM aims to educate the public about cults and their harmful impacts.ICAM seeks to expose the covert operations of cults, equipping individuals with the necessary knowledge and resources to combat and prevent cultic manipulation. The month-long observance hopes to empower individuals, families, and communities to stand against cults through open dialogue, shared stories, educational resources, and emotional support.International Cult Awareness Month's ultimate goal is to raise awareness of cults' pervasive and insidious nature and give hope to those affected. It is a message to those entangled in these harmful practices that they are not alone, that support is available, and that they have the strength to reclaim their lives.Get in Touch or Support:Patreon - patreon.com/thecultvaultCult Vault Shop - cultvaultpodcast.com/shopCrimecon UK 2023 - https://www.crimecon.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultvaultpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/CultVaultPodReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/Cult-VaultGmail: cultvaultpodcast@gmail.com

In this episode, we discuss how easy it is to settle for less than what God offers by clinging to earthly idols and loving other things more than Him. We share about some of our own idols and how turning to God instead has transformed our hearts. We admit how easy it is to accept less than the fullness of life in Jesus and turn to something or someone else in our sorrows. The truth is that Jesus is the only One who can truly satisfy us and bring real comfort in the broken places.     Heather's One Thing - As the Deer Heather's Other One Thing -  “Return”  by Fr. John Burns  Sister Miriam's One Thing - Surrender Novena (can also be found on the Hallow app) Michelle's One Thing - Amy Heyes Art  Michelle's Other One Thing - Comforter, Amanda Cook  Michelle's Other Other One Thing - Revival, Judah and the Lion  Michelle's Other Other Other One Thing - Blessed is She "Burn” Virtual Retreat  Discussion Questions: When you are in pain, who or what do you reach for first? What good things in your life is the Lord calling you to reorder? How might the Lord be inviting you to give up your idols in Lent? What healing have I experienced in the past from loving Christ the most?   Journal Questions: Who/what do I love the most? What am I placing my salvation in rather than God? What idols is the Lord inviting me to give up? What fears do I have about intimacy with the Lord?   Quotes to Ponder: “It would seem that Our Lord finds our desires not too strong, but too weak. We are half-hearted creatures, fooling about with drink and sex and ambition when infinite joy is offered us, like an ignorant child who wants to go on making mud pies in a slum because he cannot imagine what is meant by the offer of a holiday at the sea. We are far too easily pleased.”  ― C.S. Lewis, The Weight of Glory   “Our boat - your talents, your hopes, your achievements - is worth nothing whatsoever unless you leave it in Christ's hands, allowing him the freedom to come aboard. Make sure you don't turn it into an idol. In your boat by yourself, if you try to do without the Master, you are - supernaturally speaking - making straight for shipwreck. Only if you allow and seek his presence and captaincy will you be safe from the storms and setbacks of life. Place everything in God's hands. Let your thoughts, the brave adventures you have imagined, your lofty human ambitions, your noble loves, pass through the heart of Christ. Otherwise, sooner or later, they will sink to the bottom together with your selfishness.”  ― St. Josemaria Escriva “Let yourself be vulnerable. Let your walls down, your carefully constructed fortresses breached, your fiercely guarded heart laid bare. Let your wounds be touched, your fears revealed, your deepest desires, damaged dreams, and most daring hopes unveiled before the Bridegroom, who has the power to redeem, restore, and resurrect them. Drop your independence and the idea—which you clutch so tightly—that you can do anything to protect and save yourself. And LET HIM LOVE YOU.”   ― St Elizabeth Scripture for Lectio:   “‘For I will take you out of the nations; I will gather you from all the countries and bring you back into your own land. I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you will be clean; I will cleanse you from all your impurities and from all your idols. I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.  And I will put my Spirit in you and move you to follow my decrees and be careful to keep my laws.” ―Ezekiel 36:24 - 27    Sponsor - Be Love Revolution: Ten years ago, Be Love Revolution began with the intention of helping young women know the personal and transformative love of Jesus, and empowering them to be God's love in the world today. Be Love Revolution (BLR), a dynamic Catholic ministry, desires to personally accompany young women on their journey of faith through one-on-one mentoring and discipleship. Be Love Revolution operates in cooperation with Renewal Ministries, a Catholic ministry of evangelization and renewal throughout the world. Be Love Revolution's mission is three-fold: BE HIS: To help young women meet Jesus and grow in a life-long, personal relationship with Him. BE FREE: To help young women live freely and confidently in their identity as beloved daughters of God. BE LOVE: To equip and empower young women to be God's love in the world today. Based in Ann Arbor Michigan, BLR leads weekly bible studies, Adoration Nights, small groups, retreats, service and mission opportunities, and collaborates with two high schools and four middle schools for ongoing evangelization and discipleship. Every August, Be Love Revolution hosts Pine Hills Girls Camp, where more than 200 middle schoolers and a staff of 100 young women from Michigan and beyond gather for a life-changing and unforgettable week. The Revolution of Love is on the move and there are BLR Chapters located in Traverse City, Michigan, London, Ontario, Lansing, Michigan, Leonardtown, Maryland, and Jacksonville, Florida. Learn more about the Be Love Revolution here Connect with Be Love Revolution on Instagram here Learn more about Pine Hills Camp here Connect with Pine Hills Girls Camp on Instagram here