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    Solving the Puzzle with Dr. Datis Kharrazian
    Episode 98: Rewiring Your Mind: How Cognitive Distortions and Labeling Block Healing

    Solving the Puzzle with Dr. Datis Kharrazian

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 26:13


    In today's episode, David Musnick dives into the concept of cognitive distortions, those faulty ways of thinking that can hold us back from healing and create barriers in our health journeys. Drawing on the influential work of Dr. David Burns, Dr. Musnick breaks down the most common cognitive distortions like negative forecasting, black-and-white thinking, labeling, and catastrophizing. You'll learn how these thought patterns manifest in patients, the impact they have on outcomes, and, most importantly, practical strategies to identify and counteract them in clinical practice or your own life. Enroll now in: Attitudes, Limbic System, and Mind-Body Influence on Functional Medicine Outcomes, with David Musnick, MD at https://pages.kharrazianinstitute.com/musnick-mind-bodyTIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Identifying negative thought patterns03:51 Explaining negative forecasting10:07 Dealing with side effects and positivity10:46 Addressing healthcare catastrophizing16:20 Positive self-talk exercise18:59 Relabeling knees for better mindset20:59 Using cognitive techniques for pain management25:02 Podcast ending and resources offeredSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/solving-the-puzzle-with-dr-datis-kharrazian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar
    Did Catholics Change the Sabbath? What is Allowed on Sunday?

    Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 56:24


    Did Catholics change the 10 Commandments? Do we keep Holy the Sabbath or the Lord's Day? Why do we worship on Sunday rather than Saturday? What activities are allowed on Sunday, for Sunday Rest, and what activities are forbidden and why? Join Fr. Chris Alar as he explains all this and more! 

    The Immigration Lawyers Podcast | Discussing Visas, Green Cards & Citizenship: Practice & Policy
    #486 The Houston ICE Shooting Case & EOIR's Attorney Contempt Rule with Ruby Powers, Esq.

    The Immigration Lawyers Podcast | Discussing Visas, Green Cards & Citizenship: Practice & Policy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 48:32


    Ruby Powers, Esq. joins John to break down the detained witness case she just took over following a fatal ICE shooting in Houston, including her habeas, U visa, and parole strategy, plus a wave of changes hitting immigration law right now: EOIR's proposed rule to fine attorneys for "contempt" while exempting government attorneys, reports that Webex hearings may be phased out, asylum cases being referred without an interview, OPT/F-1 clients getting NOIDs over minor arrests, work permits now taking 5 to 6 months instead of one, rising bond amounts, and the upcoming affidavit of support changes, along with law practice management lessons from Ruby's recent AILA conference booth experience. Timestamps: 00:00 Opening 00:33 Intro 02:05 Catching up with Ruby Powers 02:36 Taking over the Houston ICE shooting case 03:22 U visa certification, habeas, and parole strategy 03:31 The ICWC v. Nome decision on detained VAWA/U applicants 05:30 Sealing habeas filings for client privacy 06:18 EOIR proposes eliminating Webex hearings 06:39 EOIR's new contempt and sanctions rule for attorneys 07:43 Flying for court and a last minute hearing cancellation 09:56 Trains vs. planes and managing travel burnout 12:18 Reading the proposed contempt rule 14:31 Judges threatening attorneys with contempt 15:07 Asylum cases now referred without an interview 16:04 OPT/F-1 clients getting NOIDs over minor arrests 17:02 A 9 year asylum case finally approved 17:52 Turning hard times into a stronger practice 19:32 Conference recap: ABA Tech Show, Neostella, AILA 21:57 Ruby's AILA exhibit booth experience 26:34 Consultation energy and being an introvert on air 28:53 Why they moved to hour long consultations 32:53 Explaining fast moving rule changes to clients 33:14 Can non-attorneys help with consultations? 34:11 The document collection grind 35:57 New I-589 edition and the affidavit of support rush 38:06 Adjustment interview delays 40:34 Work permit delays and advance parole advice 44:35 ICE detaining people at airports 45:30 Rising immigration bond amounts 46:30 A positive note: sleep, pillows, and surfing 47:23 Where to find Ruby Powers and Power Strategy Group Connect with Ruby Powers: Website LinkedIn: Ruby L. Powers Podcast: Power Up Your Practice Book: Power Up Your Practice (available on Amazon) Get a free website (first 10 sign-ups) and special pricing on marketing for your firm from Constellation at ImmigrationLawyersToolbox.com/Constellation Spotify | iTunes | YouTube Music | YouTube Follow eimmigration by Cerenade: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Start your Business Immigration Practice! (US LAWYERS ONLY - SCREENING REQUIRED): E-2 Course EB-1A Course Get the Toolbox Magazine!  Join our community (Lawyers Only) Get Started in Immigration Law! The Marriage/Family-Based Green Card course is for you Our Website: ImmigrationLawyersToolbox.com Not legal advice. Consult with an Attorney. Attorney Advertisement. #podcaster #Lawyer #ImmigrationLawyer #Interview #Immigration #ImmigrationAttorney #USImmigration #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationLawyersToolbox

    The Freethinking Podcast
    Restored Truth Mocked Tim Stratton's Debate... Our Response

    The Freethinking Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 153:53


    Recently, Dr. Tim Stratton joined  @TheWaywithBrianDavila  alongside fellow Protestants Micah and Marcus to debate three members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS/Mormon). Afterward, the LDS channel  @RESTORED_TRUTH  published a reaction video that repeatedly targeted Tim personally rather than substantively. In this video, Tim and Josh respond point by point, clarify what actually happened in the debate, and address the claims made in that reaction. See the full debate: https://youtu.be/XPjnHJIeROM?si=paveJJAQzK8sif-_ See the full reaction video: https://www.youtube.com/live/oNwB5fotz-M?si=UO1bvkHb5aeMtKAO Join our team: https://www.freethinkingministries.com/donate Connect with us: https://www.freethinkingministries.com/contact For more information on Mormonism: https://mormoninfo.org ➡️ CHAPTERS ⬅️ 00:00 Introduction 02:05 They Hated Tim... But Why? 06:48 What Did They Get Right? 09:17 Ad Hominem Attacks Against Tim 10:45 Was Tim Special Pleading? 13:35 How the Debate Was Actually Structured 15:18 The Book of Abraham 21:00 The Truth About Manuscripts and Textual Criticism 32:47 Was Tim Offended by the Cross Necklace? 34:05 Tim Doesn't Build Bridges? 36:41 The "Cheatiest Cheat Sheet" Controversy 42:24 Explaining the Different "GOSPEL" Acronym 47:44 Different Kinds of Prophecy 59:30 "Utterly Destroy" or "Strike"? The Hebrew Matters 1:11:39 Micah 3 & Jeremiah 26 Examined 1:14:40 The Matthew 21 & Zechariah 9 Issue 1:18:19 Why Conditional Prophecy Makes Sense on Molinism 1:21:23 Asking Jesus Questions? How Dare He! 1:28:55 Is Tim's Faith Contingent on Mosaic Authorship? 1:34:34 Protestants Don't Believe in Prophets? 1:40:00 Does 2 Peter Teach There's No Need for Daily Repentance? 1:44:46 Did Paul Claim Perfection in Philippians 3:6? 1:49:55 Do Christians and LDS Make Good Neighbors? 1:59:17 Tim's Fancy New Words 2:03:15 Do They Ever Address Tim's Argument? 2:24:15 Debunking a Faulty Reading of Hebrews 2:27:23 Why We Won't Have a Discussion with Them 2:31:00 Concluding Thoughts ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeThinkInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkinc X: https://x.com/freethinkmin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc #Apologetics #Christianity #LDS #Mormon #Theology #FreeThinkingMinistries

    The Word on Fire Show - Catholic Faith and Culture
    WOF 541: "Heaven in Stone and Glass"—A New Feature Film by Bishop Barron

    The Word on Fire Show - Catholic Faith and Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 37:27


    Welcome back to the Word on Fire Show. I'm Matthew Petrusek, senior director of the Word on Fire Institute and the host of the Word on Fire Show. Thank you for joining us. We're delighted to announce that a new feature film by Bishop Robert Barron will be hitting theaters—yes, theaters—soon. The full-length documentary, entitled Heaven in Stone and Glass, draws on the collective shock and sadness the world experienced watching Paris's Cathedral of Notre-Dame burn in 2019 to explore the enduring philosophical, theological, aesthetic, moral, and evangelical significance of the great Gothic cathedrals of France. Recognizing the potential destruction of Notre-Dame—happily, it has since been restored—as much more than the loss of a historic building, Bishop Barron personally walks us through Gothicism's soaring architecture and richly detailed symbolism to explain everything from the unity and diversity of creation, the nature of the human person, the objectivity of beauty, the meaning of the incarnation, the living communion of saints, and the hope of the beatific vision, and how all of this matters more than ever for a rapidly secularizing West at risk of losing its Christian civilizational identity. Here to share the story behind the making of the film, and what he hopes audiences will take away from it, is Bishop Robert Barron. Topics Covered 00:00 | Introduction 01:24 | Bishop Barron ordains new priests 02:57 | The role of film in the early days of Word on Fire 06:04 | Connecting Heaven in Stone and Glass to Word on Fire's other films 07:26 | Why a new film on cathedrals? 09:00 | Personal origins of the new film 11:23 | Unpacking the film's title 15:18 | Explaining the full meaning of a church and cathedral 19:20 | Theological reflections within a cathedral 24:11 | Medieval times and the so-called Dark Ages 25:51 | The objective reality of beauty 28:44 | The role of the profane in the Gothic cathedrals 32:33 | Overcoming blindness through appreciation and emulation 33:36 | Evangelical opportunities for Heaven in Stone and Glass 34:56 | Listener question: How can the laity advance beauty today? 36:53 | Join the Word on Fire Institute Links: Word on Fire Institute: https://institute.wordonfire.org/ NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a Word on Fire IGNITE member! Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners . . . like you! So become a part of this mission and join IGNITE today to become a Word on Fire insider and receive some special donor gifts for your generosity.

    The Mind Of George Show
    The 5 Essentials of Trust

    The Mind Of George Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 36:21


    From 2012 to 2019, George posted every win, every result, every milestone. And stayed completely silent about the panic at 11pm, the losses, the things that weren't working. He told himself it was just marketing. What it actually cost him was trust, not the loud kind, where someone calls you out. The quiet kind, where they get a good outcome, never come back, never refer anyone, and you never find out why. This is the direct follow-up to Episode 719 on psychological safety. In this solo episode, George breaks down Henry Cloud's five essentials of trust and why most entrepreneurs are accidentally building their entire career on just one of them. Pairs with the previous episode to form a complete two-part playbook on trust and relationships. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why capability is not the first essential of trust and what has to come before it Henry Cloud's five essentials: understanding, motive, ability, character, and track record Why "Dana" had an impressive career but couldn't figure out why clients didn't fully trust her The quiet kind of trust loss and why it's the most dangerous Why explaining yourself harder never rebuilds broken trust What actually does rebuild trust and why it can't skip the line How these five essentials pair with the four levels of psychological safety Key Takeaways: ✔️You can be the most capable person someone has ever hired and still never earn their trust. Capability is the third essential, not the first. ✔️The five essentials work in order: understanding → motive → ability → character → track record. Skip the first two and you'll end up respected but never fully trusted. ✔️Understanding comes first. Before anyone trusts you, they need to feel understood by you, not impressed by you. ✔️Motive matters more than results. People are always asking: are you here for me or for yourself? Your behavior answers that question whether you like it or not. ✔️Explaining yourself does not rebuild trust. Consistent behavior over time does. ✔️Trust is a bank account. Every action either deposits or withdraws. It never fills itself. ✔️The track record doesn't get to skip the line because you apologized well. It only exists through time and consistency. ✔️When trust is broken somewhere, the answer isn't to ruminate, it's to find which essential is missing and start rebuilding it through behavior. Now is the closest you've ever been to fixing it. Timestamps & Highlights: [00:00] — Seven years of posting wins while hiding the losses and what it actually cost [01:13] — Henry Cloud's book on trust and how it made 20 years of coaching make sense [06:00] — Dana's story: capable, smart, and still hearing "I don't think you understand my business" [10:00] — The five essentials of trust introduced: understanding, motive, ability, character, track record [11:00] — Essential 1: Understanding: feeling seen before being impressed [14:00] — Essential 2: Motive: are you here for me or for yourself? [18:00] — Essential 3: Ability: why this is where most entrepreneurs start and stop [21:00] — Essential 4: Character: your values, visible under pressure [24:00] — Essential 5: Track record: the only essential that requires time [28:00] — What to do when trust is already broken [32:00] — How these essentials connect back to the psychological safety ladder [35:00] — The homework: audit your relationships against the five essentials this week Your Challenge This Week: Pick one relationship this week: a client, a teammate, a partner. Ask yourself honestly: which of the five essentials is missing or thin right now? Then start there. One behavior at a time. Follow George: @itsgeorgebryant Work with George: The Alliance — Community for entrepreneurs building deep, lasting trust with clients and teams.  1:1 Coaching — Limited spots. Apply at mindofgeorge.com/coaching-consulting/ Live Retreats — In-person experiences where trust gets built, not just talked about.

    Try That in a Small Town Podcast
    S E120: Why Isn't This Podcast Bigger? Insecurity, AI Songs, And 14 Dollar Whoppers :: Ep 120 Try That in a Small Town Podcast

    Try That in a Small Town Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 58:37


    From the Patriot Mobile Studios powered by eSpaces, the Try That In A Small Town Podcast crew sits down for a raw, unfiltered hang. Tully, Kurt, Thrash, Kaylo and Neil talk about everything from health scares and terrible sleep to the emotional toll of chasing hits in a “failure business” and wondering if this podcast is actually any good.They celebrate Jason Aldean's multi‑week No. 1 with “Try That In A Small Town,” shout out Morgan Wallen and Luke Combs, and then pull back the curtain on how little songwriters and session players really make in the streaming era. They debate AI‑written songs, the madness of modern politics, bathroom etiquette, and why a fast‑food combo in a tiny Tennessee town now costs 14 dollars.If you've ever chased a creative dream, wondered why some shows blow up and others stall in “podcast purgatory,” or just love small‑town stories with a heavy dose of honesty and sarcasm, this one's for you. And yes… they really want to know: are they good, or do they suck? Let them know in the comments.2:36 Kratom, roadside naps, and realizing the “health food” was killing energy4:12 Jason Aldean's multi‑week No.1 and how fast country radio moves now5:12 “This podcast needs a hit” – joking about number ones vs. struggling growth6:01 Neil's hospital scare, liquid diet, cutting alcohol, and finally sleeping great9:42 Aldean's charity golf with Luke Bryan – golf game, banter, and sobriety on the course11:14 Original Glory and Patriot Mobile ads – small towns, veterans, and America‑first talk13:32 “Are we good?” – the guys get raw about insecurity and podcast “purgatory”15:12 Explaining “failure businesses” and why so many creatives give up19:20 Shout‑outs to core listeners (Ed, Birdie Jane, Rhonda K) and plea to spread the word20:28 Aldean/Jake Lagrone episode “spicy” comments and Jason's loyalty line22:24 Do more people listen than watch? Wondering if video is underused23:11 John Rich's new D.C. role fighting for farmers and property owners24:28 DSA, abolish‑everything politics, and pride‑in‑America poll skepticism26:44 “AI this podcast?” – joking about deepfake episodes vs. real frustration with AI songs28:03 Using ChatGPT for health vs. AI‑written country songs in Nashville31:01 CNBC calls Tennessee the worst state to live – the guys roast the list31:34 Try That In A Small Town Coffee: Raised Up Right, Down The Road, Sucker Punch32:20 Bus story: small‑town Tennessee truck stop and the $14 Whopper combo34:25 Inflation vs. songwriters' frozen pay and awful streaming royalties38:00 460 dollars for 1M Spotify streams – breaking down how little writers see40:09 More touring opportunities, but dreams of being a session ace are fading42:33 Dipshitty It: Burger King cashier with zero greeting vs. Chick‑fil‑A standards44:22 Forced small talk at Publix and backstage – fans' curiosity vs. artists' quiet time49:38 Teacher fired for “He Is He / She Is She” books and free‑speech double standards52:05 Neil's bathroom Dipshitty: guys who don't wash their hands at Cracker Barrel54:49 “See, we're funny – what's going on?” Still wondering why the show isn't bigger55:00 WNBA All‑Star Game, Sophie Cunningham, and wanting her as a guest56:29 Coffee plug redux – where to buy each roast and why the guys love it57:14 Final push: like, subscribe, download, comment, and “do it for Tully”_________________________________________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don't get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. They don't and they can't!Go to PATRIOTMOBILE.COM/SMALLTOWN or call 972-PATRIOTRight now, get a FREE MONTH when you use the offer code SMALLTOWN.Original Brands - Our original sponsor since the beginning!!Original brands is starting a new era and American domestic premium beer, American made, American owned, Original glory.Join the movement at www.drinkoriginalbrands.comPeacemaker Coffee CompanyFounded by retired police officer/chief Chris Morris, Peacemaker delivers clean, low-acidity coffee while supporting police, firefighters, EMS, military, veterans, teachers, dispatchers, and medical personnel through donations and programs.www.trythatinasmalltowncoffee.com________________________________________________________________________________________________Follow/Rate/Share at www.trythatinasmalltown.com -For advertising inquiries, email info@trythatinasmalltown.comProduced by Jim McCarthy and www.ItsYourShow.coSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    The Squared Corner
    Explaining the Cliffhanger of Hot Wheels AcceleRacers: The Ultimate Race

    The Squared Corner

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2026 99:35


    Explaining the Missing CliffhangerRecorded: January 7, 2025 - Episode 31On the Last Installation of Hot Wheels AcceleRacers' 20th anniversary (now 21) with Andrew Duncan, we go full deep dive into the production of AcceleRacers: Breaking Point & The Ultimate Race. You don't wanna miss the ultimate bombshell, the what would've been! AcceleRacers 5: Drive to Survive. Andrew Duncan is the voice actor of Monkey from AcceleRacers... OH and the Director of some of World Race Highway 35... OH and the series director of AcceleRacers... OH and the MOCAP Of Shirako, Monkey, and Nolo... OH and he is the guest on today's PART 1 podcast, super excited to have him on and share a little about his time working on Hot Wheels World Race with William Lau. Please enjoy Episode 29 of the Squared Corner Podcast!Find Andrew Duncan here:https://www.andrewmonkeyduncan.comhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm1433999/https://x.com/Monkey_Duncan

    Inside the Birds: A Philadelphia Eagles Podcast
    Football at Four: Explaining Differences with Eagles Schemes In Training Camp

    Inside the Birds: A Philadelphia Eagles Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 18:43


    On Friday's Football at Four on 973 ESPN South Jersey, Inside the Birds' Adam Caplan explains what looked different on offense and defense during the #Eagles practices this week.► Subscribe to our Patreon Channel for exclusive information not seen or heard anywhere else and become among smartest Birds fans out there (just ask our members!!) + get all of our shows commercial free!!https://www.patreon.com/insidethebirds► Sign up for our newsletter! • Visit http://eepurl.com/hZU4_n.►Support our sponsors!!► Camden Apothecary: https://camdenapothecary.com/Follow the Hosts!► Follow our Podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsideBirds► Follow Geoff Mosher on Twitter: https://twitter.com/geoffpmosher► Follow Adam Caplan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/caplannfl► Follow Andrew DiCecco on Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewdiceccoNFL insider veterans take an in-depth look that no other show can offer! Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date with the latest news, rumors, and discussions.For more, be sure to check out our official website: https://www.insidethebirds.com.

    Health Freedom for Humanity Podcast
    Ep 251: Why Your Kids Don't Listen to You (It's Not Their Fault) | Dr. Tom Cowan

    Health Freedom for Humanity Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 107:45


    This podcast is made possible by our listeners and viewers. If this show has brought you value, you can support it by becoming a member of The Way Forward, our platform designed to help you find the health and freedom community (people, practitioners, schools, farms, and more) near you. Your membership directly supports the podcast and the work we do.Explore Dr. Tom Cowan's books, educational resources, and curated wellness products at DrTomCowan.com. Use codes TWF10, TWF15, and TWF20 at checkout for savings on eligible items (codes are stackable and discounts vary by item). If your child is not listening to you, they're sending you an important message that you keep ignoring.Dr. Tom Cowan, alternative medicine doctor and author of Common Sense Child Rearing, joins me to unpack what he learned from decades in family medicine, raising his own children, and years of watching families up close.Food fights aren't about food. Defiance isn't a phase. Childhood illness sometimes says more about the parents than the child. We talk about the exact cases that changed his thinking, including one autistic boy who stopped tearing the office apart the moment Dr. Cowan named what was really going on in the family.We also get into the trap of "gentle parenting", the MAHA movement's role in keeping people dependent on authority, and why the health freedom crowd keeps recreating the same top-down dynamic at the dinner table.If your kids have started mirroring things back to you that feel uncomfortably accurate, this one will land.You'll Learn:[0:00] Introduction[7:20] Modern parenting has become government at home[8:51] Food fights are never about food, and how coercion backfires[15:38] How to set boundaries around screens and sugar without becoming authoritarian[29:44] Explaining “the why” beats saying no “because I said so”[37:57] Is childhood defiance natural, or a symptom of authoritarian parenting?[46:33] Reprimanding kids often reflects on us, not what they did[55:41] The health freedom movement's integrity problem, and how MAHA keeps you in the system[1:03:50] Steph Curry would never have discipline problems teaching kids basketball[1:14:25] Real education happens once you stop feeling guilty about schoolFind more from Dr. Cowan:Dr. Tom Cowan | WebsiteNew Biology Clinic | Website Find more from Alec:Alec Zeck | Instagram | XThe Way Forward | InstagramDonate to The Way Forward here.The Way Forward is Sponsored By:Eating well shouldn't be complicated. Dr. Cowan's Garden makes it simple to increase your daily nutrient density with their signature vegetable powders, clean pantry staples, and pasture-raised products. Family-run and committed to "beyond-organic" quality.* Offer: Use code THEWAYFORWARD for 15% off your first order.* Shop: Dr. Cowan's GardenEarth Runners: Reconnect with the earth's natural charge and move naturally by using code FWRD10 for 10% off here.BEAM Minerals: Feel the Difference in Days: Join thousands recharging with plant-based minerals. Click here for 20% Off Your First Bottle of BEAM.

    3 Man Front
    Explaining the Protect College Sports Act | CFB Team Valuations | MLB Trades | 3 Man Front

    3 Man Front

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 43:45


    In hour two of 3 Man Front Outkick's Trey Wallace joined to break down the Protect College Sports Act, we went over CFB team valuations, and continued with the MLB trade deadline discussion! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Adam and Jordana
    Bone Crusher Smith LIVE and Explaining Pro Wrestling !

    Adam and Jordana

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 21:56


    It is SummerSlam weekend in Minneapolis and we have Minnesota wrestling icon Bone Crusher Smith on the show to share his frustrations why he was not invited to WWE SummerSlam and also Josh helps explain the theater and entertainment that is professional wrestling to Adam Carter including what it was like to be in the ring, himself!

    People and Projects Podcast: Project Management Podcast
    PPP 517 | The Hidden Costs of Avoiding Difficult Conversations (And What To Do Instead), with Gustavo Razzetti

    People and Projects Podcast: Project Management Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 47:08


    Summary In this episode, Andy sits down with Gustavo Razzetti, culture consultant and author of Forward Talk. Gustavo makes a case that surprises a lot of leaders: fear is only part of why people stay quiet at work. The bigger driver is what he calls the pointlessness paradox, the belief that speaking up will not change anything. Andy and Gustavo talk about conversational debt and how it compounds over time, why silence is so often mistaken for alignment, and the subtle signs that a team is drifting into avoidance, blame, or groupthink. Gustavo unpacks the difference between backward talk and forward talk, offering practical ways to turn an objection into a question that opens possibilities. You'll also hear about conversational agency, why the second person who speaks up matters more than the first, and how the CPR approach of courage, perspective, and responsibility plays out under pressure. Along the way, Andy shares stories from Alfred Sloan at GM and Alan Mulally at Ford, and Gustavo shares a memorable one about his son and a crashed car. If you're looking for a more confident way to raise the issues your team keeps avoiding, this episode is for you! Sound Bites "However, fear only explains part of why people don't speak up. At some point, people feel nothing will change." "I like to say that agreement happens in the room, alignment happens after the meeting." "When you become the team leader, the number of people giving you feedback reduces, and when you become a senior executive, no one gives you feedback.  Or if they do, it's not honest." "But what you want is people to challenge your perspective, to show you what you're missing, to see the things you're not seeing or maybe you stop seeing." "The problem is when we put being accepted, being respected over the outcome." "So forward talk is when can we frame that objection into a question." "So you're not being difficult. You're being realistic, but trying to find a solution, and you're giving the other person options." "Most people don't regret the difficult conversations they had. What we regret are the ones that we never had." "There's research that shows that the person who speaks up first is not the most important person. The second person who reciprocates is actually the one that creates the change. That moment when two people are talking about the same issue, it gives permission to the other people to jump in and also participate." "Staying silent also backfires, not only because it hurts the company, but if you're seeing the problem and you're staying silent, you become part of the problem." "It's not the absence of conflict that makes us a good team. It's that we can do it and we can work through it." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:05 Start of Interview 02:17 Growing Up in a Family of Nine in Argentina 05:18 Learning New Ways Beyond Your Family Culture 06:16 Why Fear Is Not the Whole Story 09:06 Why Waiting for Perfect Psychological Safety Backfires 10:37 Explaining the Pointlessness Paradox 11:37 Mistaking Silence for Alignment 13:35 Alfred Sloan and the Value of Disagreement 15:32 Subtle Signs You Are Drifting Into Groupthink 17:58 Backward Talk vs. Forward Talk 19:43 The Way to the Sun Is Through the Storm 21:05 How Organizations Quietly Reward Avoidance 23:08 When Speaking Up Gets You Labeled 25:09 Alan Mulaly, Ford, and the Power of the Second Voice 27:39 Alignment Debt, Belonging Debt, and Collaboration Debt 29:11 Why Conversational Debt Compounds 30:05 Surrendering Conversational Agency 32:40 Complaining, and the CPR Approach 36:31 You Get What You Tolerate 37:42 Applying These Ideas at Home 40:06 Conflict Is Fuel When You Channel It 41:07 End of Interview 41:37 Andy Comments After the Interview 45:10 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Gustavo and his work at GustavoRazzetti.com. For more learning on this topic, check out: Episode 284 with Peter Boghossian. He wrote a book about how to have impossible conversations, and it's full of ideas Andy still uses almost every week. Episode 148 with Daniel Shapiro. Dan is the author of Negotiating the Nonnegotiable, an insightful guide to dealing with difficult conversations and influence situations. Episode 371 with Amanda Ripley. Her book High Conflict offers practical guidance on navigating even the most challenging of conflicts in an empowering way. Chat with PMeLa You can chat directly with PMeLa, the podcast's AI persona, to get episode recommendations and answers to your project management and leadership questions. Visit PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com/PMeLa to chat with her. Join Us for LEAD52 I know you want to be a more confident leader–that's why you listen to this podcast. LEAD52 is a global community of people like you who are committed to transforming their ability to lead and deliver. It's 52 weeks of leadership learning, delivered right to your inbox, taking less than 5 minutes a week. And it's all for free. Learn more and sign up at GetLEAD52.com. Thanks! Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Power Skills Topics: Difficult Conversations, Conversational Debt, Psychological Safety, Groupthink, Team Culture, Leadership, Project Management, Conflict, Alignment, Accountability, Communication, Speaking Up The following music was used for this episode: Music: Summer Morning Full Version by MusicLFiles License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Tropical Vibe by WinnieTheMoog License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

    The ROI Online Podcast
    You're Explaining Too Much. That's the Problem.

    The ROI Online Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 15:01 Transcription Available


    “Send me an email” sounds harmless, but it's the moment your prospect decides whether you're worth 30 minutes. We walk through a simple shift that changes that outcome: stop sending walls of text and start sending a clear visual. One well-placed infographic helped us earn a real meeting with decision makers we had never met, because it made the value easy to grasp in seconds.We unpack why visual storytelling works so well for leadership communication, proposals, and sales follow-ups. An image triggers emotion and that emotion fills in missing context fast, helping people feel understood, feel safe about the plan, and picture themselves in a future successful state. That's the real power behind “a picture is worth a thousand words,” and it explains why your brain locks onto visuals before it commits to reading paragraphs.Then we get practical with AI workflow. After the call, we take the transcript and the back-and-forth context, drop it into NotebookLM, and prompt it to clearly outline the path forward. The result is a set of slides and infographic-style assets that support the written follow-up and make it easy for your contact to sell the idea internally to their leadership team. We also share what a weekly live show content engine can look like, including planning, production, pre-promotion, transcript handoff, and turning transcripts into blogs, social posts, newsletters, and short clips.Subscribe for more simple, tactical AI communication ideas, and if this helps, share it with a friend and leave a review so more people can find the show.Send us Fan MailSupport the show

    Rav Pinson's Podcast
    Sefer Yetzirah: Good & Evil, Light & Darkness: The Secret of Wholeness vs. Lack (Lec. 14)

    Rav Pinson's Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 89:59


    Nothing Higher than Oneg/ Pleasure Nothing Lower than Negah. Explaining and Exploring one of the oldest and most mysterious works of Judaism and Kabbalah. Exploring the metaphysical architecture of the universe and the creative process through which The One brought existence into being.Lecture 14. Advanced

    The P.A.S. Report Podcast
    Iran Conflict: What the Media Isn't Explaining About the Bigger Global War (with Matt Tardio)

    The P.A.S. Report Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 50:44


    The Iran Conflict headlines dominate the news, but the media rarely explains the bigger global war taking shape behind the scenes. Discover how Iran, China, Russia, and information warfare fit into a broader geopolitical strategy that could reshape America's future. Retired U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret Matt Tardio, host of the Speak the Truth Podcast, joins The P.A.S. Report to break down the Iran conflict, America's military objectives, and the growing alliance between America's adversaries. From the tactical realities of the Strait of Hormuz to the rise of information warfare and cognitive warfare, this conversation explores the strategic challenges that rarely receive serious media attention. Americans cannot understand today's conflicts without understanding the broader geopolitical web connecting Iran, China, Russia, and the battle for global influence. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Iran, China & Russia: Why the Iran conflict extends far beyond the Middle East and directly impacts the global balance of power. Winning Modern Wars: Whether America can achieve strategic victory when political leaders limit military objectives. Information Warfare: How foreign adversaries use disinformation, social media, and cognitive warfare to influence public opinion and weaken national security. Military Readiness: Why understanding America's adversaries remains essential to restoring deterrence and preparing for future conflicts. The Strait of Hormuz: Why this narrow waterway remains one of the world's most important strategic flashpoints. Topics Covered: Iran conflict, Iran war, Matt Tardio, Special Forces, Green Beret, Speak the Truth Podcast, Strait of Hormuz, information warfare, cognitive warfare, China, Russia, national security, geopolitics, military strategy, foreign policy

    TD Ameritrade Network
    CapEx Boom Drags Down Mag 7: Explaining AI Spending's Overhang on Tech

    TD Ameritrade Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 7:22


    Jay Mehta discusses tensions in Mag 7 price action, driven primarily through growing AI CapEx. Investors are investing in other sectors as concerns over AI spending boil over. Jay also highlights what the AI CapEx boom means for the market's forward momentum and breaks down expectations ahead for the Mag 7.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

    Hell Money
    Casey Rodarmor Will Put Ordinals on the BIP-110 Fork

    Hell Money

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 92:49


    Casey Rodarmor (creator of Ordinals) and Erin Redwing dive deep into the history and drama behind BIP-110, Bitcoin's controversial anti-spam filter proposal. This episode covers the origins of Bitcoin's spam debate, Luke Dashjr's decade-long anti-spam crusade, the rise of Ordinals, Inscriptions, and Runes, the Bitcoin Core vs. Bitcoin Knots conflict, and a full technical breakdown of what BIP-110 actually does — and why it's doomed to fail.Get bonus content by subscribing to @hellmoneypod on X: https://x.com/hellmoneypod/creator-subscriptions/subscribeOr support the podcast by sending a BTC donation: bc1qztncp7lmcxdgude4px2vzh72p2yu2aud0eyzys ORDINALS SHIRT: https://shop.inscribing.com/products/ordinals-protocol-shirtTIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro2:11 Satoshi Dice and the origin of Luke Dashjr's anti-spam crusade10:20 Meta-protocols arrive: Counterparty, OmniLayer, and Tether's origins on Bitcoin11:56 The op_return byte limit history18:41 Why Ethereum failed28:51 Ordinals launch in Jan 202340:12 Insidious motivations behind anti-Ordinals backlash and the Swanfluencers53:42 What BIP-110 actually is and does1:00:43 BIP-110 signaling timeline and activation dates1:08:16 Explaining the mining difficulty adjustment problem for a minority fork1:21:00 Why BIP-110's filters are trivial to bypass (Ordinals and Runes survive regardless)1:25:33 Final thoughts: why the whole community should log off and move onTopics covered: Bitcoin history, Satoshi Dice, Luke Dashjr, Bitcoin Core, Bitcoin Knots, BIP-110, Ordinals, Inscriptions, Runes, op_return limit, meta-protocols, Counterparty, OmniLayer, Tether origins, Ethereum vs Bitcoin, NFTs, crypto history, Bitcoin maximalism, soft fork vs hard fork, mining difficulty adjustment, Bitcoin spam debate, Gloria Zhao, Bitcoin Core V30, mempool, Bitcoin Cash, block reward, Bitcoin culture wars, engagement farming, Mechanic, Matthew Crowder, RGB protocol, Taproot Assets, Xverse, Stacks.

    The Open Bedroom Podcast
    Ep#225: Everyone Has Herpes with Nurse Amber

    The Open Bedroom Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 79:24


    Today I'm chatting with Nurse Amber, a board-certified women's health nurse practitioner, to discuss sexual health and STIs. We cover the prevalence and stigma of herpes, common STIs like chlamydia and gonorrhea, testing frequency, and prevention methods including PrEP and DoxyPEP. Our conversation also addresses female health concerns such as UTIs, bacterial vaginosis, and pelvic floor health, as well as men's sexual health topics. Nurse Amber emphasizes open communication, regular testing, and finding a sex-positive healthcare provider.Understanding Herpes Transmission (00:02:11)Discussion on HSV-1 and HSV-2, how both can be transmitted genitally or orally, and why blood testing has limited utility.Most Common STIs (00:08:18)Chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trichomonas are identified as the most common STIs seen in clinical practice, with chlamydia being most frequent.Symptoms of Common STIs (00:08:50)A description of potential STI symptoms in people with vaginas and penises, noting that 50% of cases are asymptomatic.What is Trichomonas? (00:10:02)An explanation of trichomonas, a common parasitic STI that often causes no symptoms but can cause severe inflammation.Long-Term Risks of Untreated STIs (00:11:50)Untreated bacterial STIs can lead to serious complications like Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), chronic pain, and impaired fertility.STI Incubation Periods (00:14:39)Genital STIs are detectable 1-2 weeks post-exposure, while blood-borne infections like HIV and syphilis can take 1-3 months.How to Disclose an STI to a Partner (00:15:53)Advice on having a direct conversation with partners about a positive STI test and the need for mutual treatment.STI Testing Frequency (00:17:19)Recommendations for testing frequency based on sexual activity, ranging from every 6-12 months to every 2-3 months for active individuals. PrEP and DoxyPEP Explained (00:21:49)An overview of PrEP for HIV prevention and DoxyPEP, a post-exposure prophylaxis to reduce the risk of bacterial STIs.Syphilis is Not Gone (00:26:47)Syphilis, known as "the great pretender," is still prevalent and can have sneaky symptoms, making regular screening important.The Current State of HIV (00:29:00)HIV is now a highly treatable chronic condition, and transmission rates are much lower than for other STIs like Hepatitis C.What to Ask For at the Gynecologist (00:31:59)Clarifying that a pelvic exam is not always a Pap smear and what specific STI tests patients should request.The Importance of Triple Testing (00:37:23)Why testing genital, oral, and rectal sites is crucial for a comprehensive screening, as infections can exist in one area.Myth-Busting: Partner Testing (00:42:04)Debunking the myth that if one partner tests negative, the other is also clear. Each person needs individual testing.Vaginal Health and Hygiene (00:44:01)Advice on maintaining vaginal health, emphasizing that vaginas are self-cleaning and harsh soaps or douching should be avoided.Squirting and Prolapse (00:50:31)Explaining that squirting is largely urine and discussing bladder prolapse, a common condition that can cause stress incontinence.Pelvic Floor Health (00:54:39)How to maintain pelvic floor health through exercises like Pilates and yoga, which can improve sex and prevent incontinence.Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) (00:58:16)A discussion on the benefits and considerations of HRT for perimenopausal symptoms, cautioning against unproven testing methods.When Men Should See a Doctor (01:02:54)An overview of symptoms like itching, discharge, pain, or sores that should prompt a person with a penis to seek medical care.Finding a Sex-Positive Provider (01:17:29)The importance of finding a healthcare provider you can be open with about your sexual health for accurate testing and treatment.Follow The Open Bedroom:https://www.instagram.com/theopenbedroompodcast/

    Autism for Badass Moms
    Ep. 149 - Autism Moms in Spain...Same Fight, Different Place with Dalisse

    Autism for Badass Moms

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 61:41


    In this powerful international episode, Rashidah sits down with Dalisse — originally from Honduras, now living in Barcelona — who is raising two boys on the autism spectrum: Adrian and Guillermo. Both boys were diagnosed around 17 months old, but while Dalisse was learning to navigate autism evaluations, therapies, and advocacy for her children, she was also beginning a life-changing journey of her own—receiving her own autism diagnosis as an adult.Together, Rashidah and Dalisse discuss the emotional realities of parenting while discovering your own neurodivergence, the similarities and differences between autism support in Spain and the United States, and why community is essential for autism moms everywhere. Out of her family's journey came something powerful. Dalisse is the co-founder of Loving Pieces Books, a publishing company dedicated to creating inclusive children's books where autistic children can see themselves represented. What began as a way to support her own sons has become a mission to help families around the world embrace neurodiversity through meaningful storytelling.In this episode, we discuss:0:00 — Meet Dalisse from Barcelona, Spain1:09 — Early Signs & The Road to Diagnosis2:00 — "Wait and See" — A Universal Experience Across Borders5:43 — The 2 AM Google Spiral6:53 — Explaining the Diagnosis to Family & Grandparents9:19 — Processing the Guilt: "Am I a Bad Mom?"9:57 — Two Boys, Two Very Different Journeys21:05 — Autism Resources & The System in Spain vs. the US28:41 — From Digital Marketing to Children's Books35:07 — Loving Pieces Book42:47 — Traveling with Autistic Kids51:40 — Dalisse's Own Autism Diagnosis & Healing Her Inner Child54:32 — Advice for the New Autism Mom55:30 — What Makes Dalisse a Badass Mom?Connect with Dalisse: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovingpiecesbooksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovingpiecesbooks/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/loving-pieces-books-autism-childrens-books/posts/?feedView=allWebsite: lovingpiecesbooks.comAbout Loving Pieces BooksDalisse and her husband created Loving Pieces Books — a series of illustrated children's books written for autistic kids and their families, available in 4 languages (English, Spanish, Portuguese & Catalan). Books mentioned:Autism: My Invisible BackpackAutism: This is How I PartyAutism: A New School YearAutism: Calming the ChaosAutism: Confidence Starts Here(Coming soon) Autism: Our Travel AdventurePurchase on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0iRC3eRCAutism for Badass Moms is the award-winning podcast where no autism mom is left behind. Each week, host Rashidah shares honest conversations with mothers around the world about autism, advocacy, resilience, and the realities of raising neurodivergent children.Website: https://www.autismforbadassmoms.comFollow Autism for Badass Moms:Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/theabmpodcastFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/theabmpodcastIf this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another autism mom, caretaker, or provider. Together, we're building a global community where every mom feels seen, heard, and supported.

    Kevin & Query Podcast
    Tuesday 7/28: Live at Colts Training Camp!

    Kevin & Query Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 143:41 Transcription Available


    00:00 – 13:36 Today is report day for Indianapolis Colts Training Camp. We will hear from a couple players throughout the show. Fever in action tonight after the All-Star break. Debating Arby's vs Zaxby's vs Wendy's. Preparing for any kind of weather for this camp. 13:36 - 20:50 Morning Checkdown 20:50 – 50:15 Alec Pierce and CJ Allen on PUP list for training camp. Witnessing the lines getting painted on the field is like watching Santa Claus deliver presents. Will today be one of the final times we hear from Chris Ballard? Giving letter grades to Shane Steichen and Chris Ballard. Reacting to Vita Vea requesting a trade from the Buccaneers, will the Colts be interested? What should Colts fans be excited for going into this season? What will next year look like for training camp? 50:15 – 1:13:27 Explaining what the PUP list means for Alec Pierce and CJ Allen. Will there be any growing pains for CJ Allen? More hate towards Arby's. Morning Checkdown 1:13:27 – 1:27:31 More about the expectations for this upcoming season. Is Anthony Richardson's trade request still active? 1:27:31 – 1:36:49 JB is excited to smoke some kids in the 40-yard dash. More on Jonathan Taylor contract talks. How much leverage does he have? What other players should we have contract concerns for? More jersey patches are coming to college football. 1:36:49 - 1:59:52 Continuing the Jonathan Taylor contract discussion. Would the Colts take a risk on waiting and having him walk in free agency? Will he have an undeniable season that forces the team to extend him? TE Tyler Warren joins us live to discuss year 2, his golf strategies, and the differences from his rookie season. Tyler reacts to James' golf swing and gives him some motivation. Tyler's personal goals for this season. We hear that DeForest Buckner is cleared going into season 11. Morning Checkdown 1:59:52 - 2:06:17 Reacting to the 99 overall club for the upcoming Madden 27 game. 2:06:17 – 2:23:40 WR Josh Downs joins us to discuss his summer, going into year 4 and a contract year, stepping up with MPJ and AD Mitchell gone, giving advice to his brother Caleb, and looking forward to playing against him this season. His chance to go to Wimbledon this summer, and his experience in pickleball. Josh's opinion on grass vs turf. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-wake-up-call-1075-the-fan/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    TD Ameritrade Network
    Explaining Consumer Confidence Downtrend & AI's Increasing Role in Economy

    TD Ameritrade Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 7:42


    Zachary Hill discusses consumer confidence and the lack thereof around gas and grocery prices. He says it's no surprise numbers came in weaker as inflation adds pricing pressures and the jobs market remains in a no fire, no hire environment. This shift comes as Zachary makes the case that AI is driving economic growth, not American consumers. That said, he sees the trajectory for markets and the economy as bullish overall.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling -https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watch Watch onVizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreClassification: Schwab InternalWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/ Follow us on X –https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetwork Follow us onLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network

    Inside Knowledge
    Ep 163 - What causes IBS flare ups - working out your gut triggers

    Inside Knowledge

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 25:01


    FREE download - IBS Flare checklistUnderstanding your personal triggers is important, but quite a tricky task. In this episode, I break down common IBS triggers outside of what you eat. This explores how stress and digestion interact, and I share strategies for working out what caused your IBS flare up.Whether you're newly diagnosed or managing long-term IBS, you'll get expert insights on preventing flares and reclaiming control of your gut health.Linked episodesEp 111 - Explaining the Gut Reset Cogs ModelEp 20 - Managing flare upsDownloads mentioned IBS flare up trigger finderIBS Diet & Symptom tracker downloadBuy my book - Inside Knowledge for people with IBS & SIBO (find it on Amazon)Get free weekly IBS & SIBO emails - https://mailchi.mp/goodnessme-nutrition.com/h6acndd1bsWork with me3 month Gut Reset - https://www.goodnessme-nutrition.com/consultations/Ready for your gut reset?

    School Safety Today
    The First 30 Days: How Campus Leaders Set the Tone for the Entire School Year

    School Safety Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 29:17


    In this episode of Principles of Change, presented by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso is joined by former assistant principal Brandie Parks to explore how campus leaders set the tone for the entire school year during the critical first 30 days. Drawing on her experience in criminal justice, child protective services, teaching, and school administration, Brandie shares why the strongest schools are built through intentional leadership, clear communication, proactive planning, and meaningful relationships. Together, they discuss how explaining the "why" behind safety practices, building trust with staff and families, and maintaining a visible leadership presence create school cultures where students and educators can thrive.KEY POINTS• The first 30 days establish the culture for the entire year through intentional leadership, clear expectations, and consistent communication.• Explaining the "why" behind safety procedures builds trust and buy-in, helping staff and families see safety as protecting people, not simply meeting compliance requirements.• Strong relationships, visible leadership, and proactive planning help schools prevent problems, navigate challenges, and create campuses that are both welcoming and secure.

    Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive
    Azaria Howell: Newstalk ZB reporter on National explaining why Labour can't see the social media bill just yet

    Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 4:44 Transcription Available


    Erica Stanford says she can't give out a copy of National's draft social media ban bill, but Labour MPs will get a briefing this week. It's understood National needs Labour support to pass it. Labour's Reuben Davidson says he's seen the draft in Stanford's office, but wasn't allowed a copy to show colleagues to discuss. Newstalk ZB's Azaria Howell says it's expected that more Labour MPs will see this bill on Thursday. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Delete This!
    Explaining Memes (NOT AUTOCANNIBALISM)

    Delete This!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 42:19


    The Optimal Body
    471 | Understanding Breast Implants Illness and Explant Considerations with Dr Robert Whitfield

    The Optimal Body

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 49:37


    In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doctors of Physical Therapy Doc Jen and Doctor Dom sit down with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Whitfield, founder of the Sharpe Method. Dr. Whitfield shares his expertise on breast implant illness (BII), explaining how bacterial contamination, biofilm formation, and genetic factors can contribute to symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, and hormonal disruption. He also explores natural alternatives to breast implants, such as autologous fat transfer. Whether you currently have breast implants or are considering your options, this episode offers valuable, science-backed insights to help you make informed decisions about your body and long-term health. Dr Whitfield's Resources: Dr Rob's Circle Dr Whitfield on IG Dr Whitfield on YT Dr Whitfield on FB Dr Whitfield's Website We Think You'll Love: Free Week of Jen Health Jen's Instagram Dom's Instagram YouTube Channel For full show notes and resources visit https://jen.health/podcast/471 What You'll Learn: 3:46 An explanation of using a patient's own tissue for breast implants reconstruction, comparing it to organ transplants between genetically identical twins. 7:33 Why implant-based reconstruction is the most common method worldwide, especially in community hospitals, due to less required technical support. 9:37 Dr. Whitfield recounts a 2006 case where removing implants and using the patient's own tissue resolved her chronic inflammation symptoms. 11:53 A 2016 case where a patient's only symptom was fatigue, which was linked to a hidden E. coli infection. 15:07 Discussion on the three ways infections can occur with medical devices, with the most common being bacteria entering the bloodstream. 16:17 Explaining how bacteria form biofilm on implants, causing oxidative stress, and how genetics can influence a person's inflammatory response. 20:40 Addressing whether all implant recipients should worry, highlighting the role of genetics, lifestyle, and the challenge of diagnosing symptoms. 21:59 Dr. Whitfield emphasizes prioritizing sleep hygiene, nutrition, and reducing toxin exposure as foundational steps for improving overall health. 28:33 A list of top symptoms associated with breast implant illness, including fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, and gut issues. 32:04 Discussing the psychological and Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar
    Answering More Divine Mercy Attacks: Horns, No Wounds, Snakes | Part 3

    Explaining the Faith with Fr. Chris Alar

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 90:09


    Although this video can be watched and understood independently from the first two videos, part 3 addresses and explains common misunderstandings about St. Faustina and Divine Mercy. Join Fr. Chris Alar as he gives you an easy-to-understand summary that will prove definitively that the message and devotion of Divine Mercy are from God. But the Image has no wounds! There is a snake in the image! Jesus has horns! It was made by Freemasons! These are all answered here, plus more. Remember, there is nothing Satan wants more than for you to reject God's Divine Mercy!

    Everyday AI Podcast – An AI and ChatGPT Podcast
    Ep 826: ChatGPT goes Jarvis Mode, Claude can learn from you, Google unleashes spark agent and 7 more AI updates you can use today

    Everyday AI Podcast – An AI and ChatGPT Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 39:49 Transcription Available


    Over 3 hours, OpenAI, Anthropic, Google AND Microsoft all dropped new AI upgrades that are live. How you use AI in your work literally changes every day, as frontier labs are racing to roll out big quality of life updates between big model drops. How can you keep up? With our Friday Features show, where we break down the latest AI updates that are live and available to all, and we tell you how to use them and why they matter. This week did not disappoint. You don't want to miss what's now at your fingertips. JARVIS mode, anyone? ChatGPT goes Jarvis Mode, Claude can learn from you, Google unleashes spark agent and 7 more AI updates you can use today -- An Everyday AI Chat with Jordan WilsonNewsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletterMore on this Episode: Episode PageToday's Episode on LinkedIn: Thoughts on this? Join the convo on LinkedIn and connect with other AI leaders.Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineupWebsite: YourEverydayAI.comEmail The Show: info@youreverydayai.comConnect with Jordan on LinkedInTopics Covered in This Episode:ChatGPT Health Syncs Apple and Medical DataClaude Voice Mode Adds Opus and SonnetClaude Voice Mode Supports ConnectorsMicrosoft MAI Image 2.5 Pro Launch DetailsMicrosoft MAI Image Model Benchmark PreviewGoogle Gemini 3.6 Flash and Flashlight ReleaseGemini 3.6 Flash: Token Efficiency UpgradesGoogle Gemini Spark Agent for Task AutomationClaude Cowork "Record a Skill" With Voice NarrationChatGPT Voice on Desktop: Full Jarvis ModeChatGPT Voice Controls Apps via App ShotsCross-Platform AI Skills Sharing (Claude, Codex, GPT)Timestamps:00:00 Recent AI feature updates05:22 Unified health data management09:52 New voice feature explanation11:28 Launch of Microsoft's new image model16:17 Explaining the Gemini 3.5 models17:11 Developers benefiting from 3.6 Flash22:45 Introducing Gemini personal intelligence25:10 Claude Cowork's new skill feature28:32 New default feature in Claude Cowork34:22 Using AI like Iron Man35:09 Excitement for future AI advancements38:20 Wrapping up and subscribingKeywords: ChatGPT Jarvis mode, ChatGPT Health, OpenAI, Anthropic, Claude voice mode, Claude Cowork, Claude record a skill, Microsoft, MAI image 2.5 Pro, AI image generator, Google Gemini, Gemini 3.6 Flash, Gemini 3.5 Flashlight, Gemini Spark, Google AI agent, AI-powered personal assistant, AI agents, Agentic workflows, Multimodal AI, Token efficiency, Image generation, Voice-activated AI, AI-powered task automation, App shots, GPT Live, Remote browser, Computer code execution, Slack integration, GitHub integration, Notion, PowerPoint AI features, Workspace plans, Apple Health integration, Medical records AI, Health data privacy, Consumer AI, Chronic condition management, AI-powered document processing, AI for business, AI model benchmarking, AI for developers, AI economics, Personal intelligence, Automated triggers, Google Docs AI, Team collaboration AISend Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) Ready for ROI on GenAI? Go to youreverydayai.com/partner 

    Millennialz Anonymous Podcast
    Stop Explaining -ish

    Millennialz Anonymous Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 91:13


    Stop explaining -ish! This week on SIDEBAR PODCAST, hosts Leise Winny and Royce are breaking down everything from the week's headlines to therapy culture, main-character energy, and the job market.Opening & News Check-In:Taylor Farms False PositiveTrump at the World Cup & Argentina vs. the worldMilitary testosterone mandates under Pete HegsethThe "New Middle Class" announcement & being back at warKendra Scott case (20-year-old man shot)White people code-switchingMain Topics:Your Trauma Isn't a Personality Trait: How therapy culture weaponizes damage and rebrands energy vampires as "empaths."Is Comedy Getting Bad? How self-absorption, crowd-work obsession, constant heckling, and personal experience bias are impacting stand-up.The Main Character Complex: Why Netflix culture has everyone believing they're the protagonist and nobody wants to be the sidekick, wingman, or assistant in relationships.Is the Job Market Bad or Do Applicants Suck? How initial strong effort devolves into laziness and desperation after constant rejection.Press play, subscribe, and drop your thoughts in the comments!

    Working Perspectives Podcast
    Ep. 578 - We Ranked the BEST & WORST TV Theme Songs of All Time!

    Working Perspectives Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 48:27


    Welcome back to the Working Perspectives Podcast! In this episode, Matt, Bern, and Liam are taking a massive nostalgia trip to rank the most iconic TV sitcom theme songs on a definitive S to F Tier List. From the timeless, sing-along bangers that get stuck in your head for days (S-Tier) to the intros we absolutely always skip (F-Tier), we are breaking down what makes a sitcom theme song truly legendary. In this episode, we debate: The absolute greatest television theme songs in sitcom history. Surprising hot takes and disagreements on beloved classic TV intros. The musical and nostalgic criteria that elevates a track to the elusive S-Tier. Where did your favorite sitcom theme land on our board? Do you agree with our top picks, or did we completely disrespect an absolute classic? Let us know down in the comments! Support the Podcast:

    Sangam Lit
    Aganaanooru 295 – Hope and Humanity

    Sangam Lit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 5:17


    In this episode, we perceive a promise rendered to a person, as portrayed in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 295, penned by Maamoolanaar. Set in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’, the verse details the nature of the spaces traversed by wayfarers in this formidable domain. நிலம் நீர் அற்று நீள் சுனை வறப்ப,குன்று கோடு அகைய, கடுங் கதிர் தெறுதலின்,என்றூழ் நீடிய வேய் படு நனந்தலை,நிலவு நிற மருப்பின் பெருங் கை சேர்த்தி,வேங்கை வென்ற வெரு வரு பணைத் தோள்ஓங்கல் யானை உயங்கி, மதம் தேம்பி,பல் மர ஒரு சிறைப் பிடியொடு வதியும்கல்லுடை அதர கானம் நீந்தி,கடல் நீர் உப்பின் கணம் சால் உமணர்உயங்கு பகடு உயிர்ப்ப அசைஇ, முரம்பு இடித்துஅகல் இடம் குழித்த அகல் வாய்க் கூவல்ஆறு செல் வம்பலர் அசை விட ஊறும்,புடையல் அம் கழற் கால் புல்லி குன்றத்து,நடை அருங் கானம் விலங்கி, நோன் சிலைத்தொடை அமை பகழித் துவன்று நிலை வடுகர்,பிழி ஆர் மகிழர், கலி சிறந்துஆர்க்கும்மொழி பெயர் தேஎம் இறந்தனர்ஆயினும்,பழி தீர் மாண் நலம் தருகுவர்மாதோமாரிப் பித்திகத்து ஈர் இதழ் புரையும்அம் கலுழ் கொண்ட செங் கடை மழைக் கண்,மணம் கமழ் ஐம்பால் மடந்தை! நின்அணங்கு நிலைபெற்ற தட மென் தோளே. In this trip to this familiar region, we get to see sweltering scenes, as we listen to the confidante say these words to the lady, when the man continues to remain parted away: “The land had lost all its moisture, even wide springs have dried up, branches on hills are set ablaze, owing to the scorching attack of the harsh rays, in those bamboo-filled, wide spaces, where the heat extends unceasingly. Here, even a towering elephant, with a thick, long trunk, which had won over a tiger, languishes in musth, and rests with its mate, on the side of many dried-up trees. Crossing such stony, scrub jungles, groups of merchants, carrying salt from the seas, hastening their sighing, tired bulls, dig up wide-mouthed wells, in those barren spaces, which spouts succour for those wayfarers, who traverse those paths. Such are the peaks ruled by ‘Pulli', clad in resounding warrior anklets, and even when your lover has crossed these formidable jungles spaces, where Vadugars, who shower speeding arrows from sturdy bows, and rejoice in the taste of toddy, spending their time in revelries, and even if he has reached to such lands, where other tongues are spoken, he's sure to return that flawless, fine beauty of your divine, curving soft arms, O young maiden, having red-streaked, rain-like eyes, brimming with beauty, akin to the moist petals of the rainy season's wild jasmines and fragrant, five-part tresses!” Time to take a long walk through this fearsome region! The confidante starts by talking about the arid nature of the drylands, where there’s not a drop of water, even deep springs are dead, and branches catch fire out of nowhere. Explaining all this as the result of the blazing heat, the confidante shows how even a mighty elephant, which had won over a tiger, is made to bow before the fierceness of this heat. She then turns to talk about how wise salt merchants, who rove the land selling their harvest from the seas, join together and dig up wells, that serve as the only source to quench the searing thirst of wayfarers crossing these paths. She mentions how even if the man had crossed such spaces and reached the peaks of Pulli, heard the revels of the Vadugars, who wield bows and arrows and love their drink, and even if the man goes beyond to lands, where other languages are spoken, the man would surely return the beauty of his beloved that he seems to have stolen. The confidante concludes by praising the beauty of the lady’s rain-like eyes and her fragrant tresses! In short, a message of hope to a pining friend! Amidst this promise, the highlight is the mention of those salt merchants, who exert their efforts so that all those who come after them can enjoy a drop of oasis in that desert. That’s the shining beacon of humanity that spreads its light across the centuries through the pages of this poetry!

    The Best Practices Show
    1077: Why Do So Many Leaders Avoid Conversations They Know They Need to Have - Miranda Beeson

    The Best Practices Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 36:18


    Avoiding a difficult conversation may reduce discomfort in the moment, but it creates confusion, weakens accountability, and allows unresolved issues to grow. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt speaks with Miranda Beeson, coach and director of education, about how leaders can address performance concerns while maintaining trust and supporting their team members. You will learn why accountability is an investment, how unclear expectations damage culture, and how to use the LIFT framework to lead productive accountability conversations. Build a healthier culture through clearer communication—listen to Episode 1077 of The Best Practices Show!Main Takeaways:Avoiding uncomfortable conversations creates confusion, inconsistency, frustration, and larger problems over time.A healthy practice culture requires both support and accountability.Accountability should call people up by showing that leaders believe they are capable of meeting a higher standard.Leaders must clarify whether an expectation gap resulted from unclear leadership or a team member not meeting an established standard.Team members are more likely to accept direct feedback when leaders begin with genuine care and support.Explaining the impact of a missed expectation helps team members understand why their actions matter.Accountability conversations must end with a specific commitment, action, and follow-up plan.Episode Chapters:00:00 Why leaders avoid necessary conversations.03:06 How avoidance damages accountability and culture.06:00 Why unresolved conflict becomes a crisis.07:49 Accountability as an investment in team members.11:58 Why being nice is not always kind.14:20 Introduction to the LIFT feedback framework.15:27 Lead with care.18:10 Identify the expectation gap.21:30 Frame the impact.24:02 Translate the conversation into commitment.26:04 Applying LIFT to a scheduling and patient-flow issue.29:11 Developing leaders who can hold others accountable.32:00 Using accountability to lift people into better performance.34:00 Resources coaching & wrap upGuest Bio:Miranda Beeson has over 25 years of clinical dental hygiene, front office, practice administration, and speaking experience. She is enthusiastic about communication and loves helping others find the power that words can bring to their patient interactions and practice dynamics. As a Lead Practice Coach, she is driven to create opportunities to find value in experiences and cultivate new approaches.Miranda graduated from Old Dominion University, and enjoys spending time with her husband, Chuck, and her children, Trent, Mallory, and Cassidy. Family time is the best time, and is often spent on a golf course, a volleyball court, or spending the day boating at the beach.Resources:To The Top Group Coaching: https://www.actdental.com/ttt/Guide to Giving and Receiving Feedback:https://www.actdental.com/blog/h.a.l.t.-before-giving-feedbackRadical Candor by Kim Scott: https://www.radicalcandor.com/the-bookThanks for the Feedback by Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen: https://www.stoneandheen.com/thanks-feedbackMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:The Best Practices Show: https://www.actdental.com/podcast/Smile Source Community Hub: https://www.actdental.com/community-hubUpcoming Events & Workshops: https://www.actdental.com/events/Smile Source: https://www.smilesource.com/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.comSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.comContact Gina to learn more about ACT: gina@actdental.com

    Not For Radio
    730: Explaining Doggy Style + Dynamite The Camel

    Not For Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 31:49


    Today on the Poddy: 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Explaining Doggy Style 13:02 - Dynamite The Camel 28:22 - Outro Hit us up and get all our links: https://linktr.ee/notforradio Become a Sniper Elite: ⁠⁠https://plus.rova.nz/] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Investor Connect Podcast
    Startup Funding Espresso – Best Practices for Explaining a Technical Concept

    Investor Connect Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 2:04


    Best Practices for Explaining a Technical Concept Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. In pitching investors, founders must explain how their product works. For those with highly technical products, here are some best practices for explaining it to others. Start with what the audience knows. Bridge the gap between their current knowledge and the topic under discussion. Avoid acronyms and jargon that require expertise in the space. Use a concept the audience already knows. Create an analogy that describes the technical concept of what is known. For example, the medical device acts like a blender that mixes the fluids. Focus on the core technology and avoid ancillary information as it complicates things. Break the technical concept down into a three-step process. This can help describe a technical concept as it shows how it works in a simplified manner. Throughout the process, check for understanding. Fill in the audience gaps of understanding. Adjust your presentation for the technical level of the audience. Consider these points for explaining technical concepts. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _________________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/ For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/ For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/ For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/ For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/ For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.

    P.S.A Podcast
    They Heard You the First Time: Stop Explaining Yourself

    P.S.A Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 38:01 Transcription Available


    Silence, boundaries, emotional intelligence, self-control, relationships, faith, and men's mental health take center stage in this solo episode of PSA: The Mental Health Podcast. In Season 10, Episode 9, Izzy Baker follows up the conversation about distraction by exploring another form of discipline that can be even harder to master: knowing when to stop talking. The central message is simple: “Don't say nothing else. They heard you.” Sometimes protecting your peace means realizing that another explanation, argument, paragraph, or response isn't going to change what somebody has already decided to do.For men who struggle with overthinking, people-pleasing, unhealthy relationships, emotional reactions, or constantly feeling the need to defend themselves, this episode examines why silence can become a form of emotional discipline. Izzy discusses what happens when you repeatedly communicate your feelings to someone who refuses to adjust their behavior and why constantly overexplaining yourself can eventually become emotionally exhausting. Sometimes people understand exactly what you are saying. Their lack of change may be the answer you have been trying to get from another conversation.But is cutting somebody off without an explanation healthy? Why do some people suddenly become more interested in you when you stop responding? And why can silence make controlling or manipulative people so uncomfortable? Izzy explores silent cutoffs, relationship boundaries, emotional maturity, self-control, discernment, and the uncomfortable reality that not everybody deserves unlimited access to you. He also explains why silence should never become a strategy for intentionally hurting somebody or getting revenge. There is a major difference between becoming quiet because you are genuinely done with an unhealthy situation and becoming quiet because you want to manipulate someone into chasing you.The conversation also connects silence directly to mental health. Intentional silence can create room for reflection instead of impulsive reactions, while healthy boundaries can reduce resentment, emotional exhaustion, and stress. Izzy discusses the peace that can come from no longer entertaining relationships or situations you already know are unhealthy, especially when constantly explaining yourself has only created more frustration. Faith also plays a major role in the conversation as Izzy examines what the Bible says about knowing when to speak and when to remain silent. From Proverbs 17:28 and James 1:19-20 to Jesus remaining silent before His accusers and Exodus 14:14 declaring that the Lord will fight for you, the episode challenges the idea that strength always requires a response. Sometimes emotional intelligence means speaking up. Sometimes maturity means addressing the problem directly. And sometimes faith means trusting God enough to stop trying to defend yourself against every accusation, misunderstanding, or person determined to see you incorrectly.The episode ultimately ends with one of the most important distinctions in the entire conversation: healthy silence versus the silent treatment. Silence can create space, establish boundaries, prevent emotional reactions, and protect your mental health, but withholding communication specifically to punish, control, or manipulate another person is something entirely different. Knowing which one you are practicing requires honesty about your intentions. Because everything does not require a response. Everybody does not deserve another explanation. And every battle does not require you to prove that you were right.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/p-s-a-the-mental-health-podcast--5520511/support.TrustBuilder Package

    The ROI Online Podcast
    Stop Explaining Complex Ideas the Hard Way

    The ROI Online Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 21:54 Transcription Available


    A wall of text doesn't make you sound smart, it makes people stop listening. We're obsessed with one question: how do you explain a complex topic so clearly that your team, customers, or board can repeat it back and act on it?We walk through our “tiptoe framework,” a visual storytelling method that starts with an infographic (the beach), moves into a simple slide deck (step-by-step visuals), and only then delivers the detailed leave-behind PDF for the people who want to go deeper. Along the way, we show how NotebookLM can turn messy inputs like notes, links, and documents into organized insights that follow the rules of story, so your message lands fast instead of feeling like noise.To make it real, we demo the approach using stablecoins and explain them in plain English: why they exist, how a stablecoin aims to hold a roughly one US dollar value, what “backed by reserves” means, and why stability matters for everyday payments and instant cross-border transfers. We even share a favorite prompt for teaching complex ideas with structure and style: explain it like an eighth grader in seven steps in the style of a graphic novel.We close with a practical content system for busy leaders: capture natural conversations, harvest the “golden nuggets,” and publish clear assets that build thought leadership without endless prep. If you found this useful, subscribe, share it with a leader who needs sharper communication, and leave a quick review. What's the hardest topic you've been asked to “make make sense”?Send us Fan MailSupport the show

    Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast
    Explaining The Key Commercial Aviation Developments At Farnborough

    Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 24:11


    Editors Christine Boynton, Jens Flottau and Guy Norris discuss the latest developments in NGSA technology, aircraft orders, Emirates' first 777Xs and more from the 2026 Farnborough Airshow. Watch Guy and Christine's video on GE's hybrid-electric milestone here

    Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective
    Explaining OKC's Lu Dort Trade To The Hawks: Watch Out For Atlanta? + Summer Extensions You Need To Be Watching

    Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 47:04


    Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Bobby Marks and Vince Goodwill to react to the Thunder's interesting deal sending Lu Dort to the Hawks in a 3-team trade with Dallas. The guys break down why OKC would do this, what it means for the Thunder's future, if Atlanta should be a team to watch and why this could work out for the Mavs. Plus, could the future include more movement for Jonathan Kuminga? Finally, we talk about two players you need to keep an eye this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Conversing
    Technocracy and Encounter, with Brian Patrick Green

    Conversing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 55:07


    Can technology be leveraged for the human good? Or will AI technology and its explosive expansion bring about the opposite—a culture that reduces our magnificent humanity to means for technocratic ends? "We can either create the Tower of Babel or we can rebuild the walls of the New Jerusalem." Brian Patrick Green has spent his career asking these difficult questions and seeking to apply ethical theory to real world technological developments. He is director of technology ethics at Santa Clara University's Markkula Center for Applied Ethics, and he is co-author of "Encountering Artificial Intelligence" as well as the newly released "Reclaiming Human Agency in the Age of Artificial Intelligence." In this episode, Green explains the technocratic paradigm—the worldview that reduces people and the created world to raw material, data, and units of production, and sets against it what Pope Francis called a culture of encounter. He and Mark Labberton discuss the argument and impact of Pope Leo XIV's May 2026 encyclical on artificial intelligence, "Magnifica Humanitas", an uplifting moral appeal to troubled people in troubled times. They discuss the Eucharist and the ongoing incarnation as the anchor of Catholic social teaching; how technocratic thinking distorts immigration and war from the Marshall Islands to autonomous drones in Ukraine; just war theory in an age of ever more powerful weapons; the encyclical's principles from human dignity to solidarity; and where AI genuinely serves the vulnerable in medicine, in surfacing hidden bias, and in caring for the Earth. Episode Highlights "It's one thing to have new technology. It's an even bigger question of how we actually use it and how it actually affects people." "If we look at every other human being and we say, "This is an image of God in front of me. This is a person who is loved by God just as much as I am," that really transforms our way of viewing each other. "We can either create the Tower of Babel or we can rebuild the walls of the New Jerusalem. "If one grain of sand says to the other grain of sand, 'I'm better than you are,' that's a weird thing for sand to be saying to each other." "It's an encyclical about AI ostensibly, but really it's an encyclical about humanity … and what our role is here in the universe." About Brian Patrick Green Brian Patrick Green directs technology ethics at the Markkula Center for Applied Ethics at Santa Clara University, where he teaches engineers to weigh the human stakes of their work. A former genetics major, he turned toward technology's social impact after a year with the Jesuit Volunteers International in the Marshall Islands, a landscape marked by nuclear testing. He earned his doctorate at the Graduate Theological Union and has focused on AI since 2016. He co-authored "Encountering Artificial Intelligence: Ethical and Anthropological Investigations" and the new "Reclaiming Human Agency in the Age of Artificial Intelligence," and advises Catholic and multi-faith AI efforts, including at the Vatican. Helpful Links and Resources "Encountering Artificial Intelligence: Ethical and Anthropological Investigations," a 2023 volume Green contributed to, free online at the Journal of Moral Theology: https://jmt.scholasticahq.com/article/91230-encountering-artificial-intelligence-ethical-and-anthropological-investigations "Reclaiming Human Agency in the Age of Artificial Intelligence," 2025 co-edited by Green, free online: https://jmt.scholasticahq.com/article/154545-reclaiming-human-agency-in-the-age-of-artificial-intelligence "Magnifica Humanitas," Pope Leo XIV's 2026 encyclical on artificial intelligence, on the Vatican site: https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/encyclicals/documents/20260515-magnifica-humanitas.html AI and Faith, led by executive director Greg Cootsona: https://aiandfaith.org/ Notre Dame Institute for Ethics and the Common Good: https://ethics.nd.edu/ "The technocratic paradigm thus involves a double distortion: first, of the human person as reducible to an agent of interventions by which to manipulate life's material conditions; and, second, of the world—including the persons within it—as reducible to a field of raw material to be mastered and manipulated by means of technology. Against such reductions, the Pope urges that we cultivate a "culture of encounter"—a culture that seeks the contact of mind with mind and heart with heart, in a relational sharing of life that embraces the most vulnerable." (from "Encountering Artificial Intelligence: Ethical and Anthropological Investigations", 2023) Show Notes Defining applied ethics and technological ethics Comparing how we use technology versus the technology itself Marshall Islands, Jesuit Volunteers, and a genetics major's turn toward social impact From biotechnology to teaching ethics to engineers, and into AI around 2016 Catholic teaching on Eucharist, communion, and an incarnation that is ongoing and physical Pope Francis and the "culture of encounter" Why the material world and every person carry a sacredness ethics must honor Explaining the technocratic paradigm as a cultural phenomenon and social program Seeing a forest as quantifiable value of lumber; or construing people as cogs, data, units of exploitation Wendell Berry: "There are no unsacred places; / there are only sacred places / and desecrated places." Reducing the sacredness of human life to mere numbers Colonialism, nuclear testing, and islands treated as raw material Immigration read through a technocratic lens on both political sides The opposite of encounter: people as functions to move in or out Just war theory How drones and autonomous weapons turn killing into a problem of mere efficiency Squeezing just war criteria until war becomes nearly impossible Why this moral vision feels preposterous to a de-Christianized culture Culture of encounter, and seeing each other as images of God Romans 12 and the renewing of the mind—in order to transform how we see others Tower of Babel versus rebuilding the New Jerusalem Nehemiah, "synodality," and figuring things out together Dignity, common good, universal destination of goods, subsidiarity, solidarity, social justice Culture of power versus a civilization of love, and Augustine's "City of God" The reach and impact of "Magnifica Humanitas", from tech workers and CEOs to UN ambassadors Embracing the most vulnerable as the measure of encounter AI that serves: medical data, de-biasing loan decisions, watching the Earth from orbit AI that threatens: autonomous warfare, mass surveillance, people reduced to data Human agency, freedom, and the choice ahead #AIEthics #FaithAndTechnology #CatholicSocialTeaching #ArtificialIntelligence #TechnocraticParadigm #PopeLeoXIV #HumanDignity #MagnificaHumanitas #ConversingPodcast Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment Magazine and Fuller Seminary.  

    My Amazon Guy
    Why Your Amazon Conversion Rate Is Dropping

    My Amazon Guy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 3:43


    Send us Fan MailThis video gives an overview of Amazon PPC, pricing, conversion rates, and Q4 product launch timing. Noah Wickham explains when a strong search term should move from an auto or broad campaign into an exact match campaign for better bid control. He also covers why price is the number one converting factor, how sellers can compare their results with lower-priced competitors, and whether launching in July gives enough time to prepare inventory and gain rank before Q4.Need help with Amazon PPC and sales? Work with My Amazon Guy: https://bit.ly/4jMZtxu#AmazonPPC #AmazonFBA #AmazonSeller #AmazonAds #amazonmarketing Want free resources? Dowload our Free Amazon guides here:Download the 2026 Amazon AI Operating Manual: https://bit.ly/3SLmusPAmazon Receiving Delay Guide: https://hubs.ly/Q04cdD4c0Amazon Catalog Spring Cleaning: https://hubs.ly/Q046BVfp0Amazon Proft Margin Defense 2026: https://hubs.ly/Q042trRH0Amazon SEO Toolkit 2026: https://bit.ly/4oC2ClTAmazon Seller Strategy Report 2026: https://bit.ly/3YN1RME2026 Ecommerce Website & SEO Readiness Checklist: https://hubs.ly/Q04btghf0Amazon 2026 PPC guide: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXTimestamps0:00 - Amazon PPC: When to use Exact Match vs. Auto0:28 - Strategy for negating keywords and tuning bids0:44 - Q4 Product Launch: Is it too late for 2026?1:03 - Prime Big Deal Days inventory deadlines1:20 - Explaining low conversion to your manager2:13 - Why price is the #1 conversion factor on Amazon2:55 - Using Helium 10 X-Ray for competitor audits3:26 - 1-to-1 comparison strategy to beat competitors-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28605816/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/myamazonguys/Twitter: https://twitter.com/myamazonguySubscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast: https://podcast.myamazonguy.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-amazon-guy/id1501974229Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4A5ASHGGfr6s4wWNQIqyVwSupport the show

    The Cashflow Project
    Unlocking the 3 Paydays System for Financial Freedom With Chris Prefontaine

    The Cashflow Project

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 32:37


    Welcome to another episode of The Cashflow Project Podcast! This week's guest is Chris Prefontaine, founder and chairman of Smart Real Estate Coach and leader of the Wicked Smart Community. With over 31 years of experience and more than $100 million in creative real estate transactions under his belt, Chris shares how he navigated the 2008 financial crash and built a recession-proof family business that mentors investors nationwide. In this episode, the conversation dives into creative financing strategies, the power of building multiple streams of cash flow, the mindset shifts necessary for long-term financial freedom, and the importance of surrounding yourself with a supportive community. Whether you're an agent, wholesaler, or just starting out, get ready to hear practical advice and real-life examples that can help you pivot and thrive in any market. [00:00] Financial struggles post-2008 crash [04:32] Discussing educational impact and exposure [08:04] Understanding real estate investing [10:50] Expanding your toolkit for success [15:46] Creating a profitable exit plan [16:35] Explaining rent-to-own paydays [21:17] Discussing teamwork and mindset [22:43] Mindset's Impact on Success [28:28] Avoiding shiny object syndrome [30:42] Talking with Chris Prefontaine Connect with Chris Prefontaine! Website LinkedIn Instagram Books Connect with The Cashflow Project! Website LinkedIn YouTube Facebook Instagram

    Investor's Edge
    Explaining the Marxist Commies [07.20.2026]

    Investor's Edge

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 40:36 Transcription Available


    https://garykaltbaum.com/ The opinions you hear on BizTalkRadio, BizTV, or BizTalkPodcasts are those of the hosts, callers, and guests and do not necessarily reflect those of BizTalkRadio, BizTV, or BizTalkPodcasts, its management or advertisers. The information on BizTalkRadio does not constitute a recommendation, offer, or solicitation to buy or sell any product or securities. Please consult a professional before investing.

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    Data Driven
    Unlocking Enterprise Knowledge – AI, Document Comprehension, and the Future of RAG

    Data Driven

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 49:49 Transcription Available


    In this episode, hosts Candace Gillhoolley and Frank La Vigne are joined by Neil Katz, Chief Product Officer at Valantor AI—a four-time Emmy winner whose unconventional journey spans from technology startups to award-winning journalism, and now to the forefront of enterprise AI innovation.Neil shares his unique perspective on the evolution of AI, from the early days of digital design and machine learning, to building large-scale AI and document intelligence platforms for major organizations. The conversation explores the critical challenges of knowledge extraction, document comprehension, and securing sensitive data in today's era of sovereign AI. Together, they uncover the hidden complexities behind Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), discuss the importance of hybrid search strategies, and reflect on where the field is heading as enterprise needs push the boundaries of what AI can do.Whether you're a data professional, an AI enthusiast, or just curious about how language models are transforming how we understand information, you won't want to miss this candid and thought-provoking deep dive into the future of AI and data integrity.LinksNeil on LinkedIn -https://www.linkedin.com/in/neilkatz/Watch on YouTube -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qf8qifz_RL8Time Stamps00:00 Early career in tech and journalism04:01 Early consumer AI experiences06:49 Early AI and machine learning developments11:43 Anthropic's new findings on AI models16:15 Data sovereignty in AI systems19:27 Implementing open source AI models22:49 Breaking down documents for models25:45 Understanding the RAG system process28:47 Challenges in AI data processing31:22 Challenges in RAG with Insurance Data36:35 Understanding and managing data security39:35 Early days with OpenAI GPT40:48 Explaining vector and similarity search46:57 The evolution of computing models47:29 Computing evolution to cloud and edge

    The John Batchelor Show
    S8 Ep1145: Jeremy Zakis updates listeners on the four magpie families that have reclaimed his property, peacefully coexisting with his dog, Dallas. He highlights the birds' advanced cognitive abilities, explaining how they recognize friendly humans and p

    The John Batchelor Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2026 7:45


    Jeremy Zakis updates listeners on the four magpie families that have reclaimed his property, peacefully coexisting with his dog, Dallas. He highlights the birds' advanced cognitive abilities, explaining how they recognize friendly humans and pass this generational trust down to their younger offspring in residential areas. (4)

    Kitchen Table Theology
    293 The Letter to Diognetus: Explaining Christianity to the Roman World

    Kitchen Table Theology

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2026 20:31


    The Roman world couldn't figure Christians out. They weren't pagans, they weren't exactly Jews, and although they lived ordinary lives, there was something remarkably different about them. So, who were these early Christians, and what did they actually believe? In this episode, Tiffany Coker and Pastor Jeff Cranston discuss the Letter to Diognetus, one of the earliest Christian writings addressed to a nonbeliever. They discuss how the letter defended Christianity in the Roman world, challenged pagan idolatry, distinguished Christianity from Judaism, and described believers as ordinary people whose lives were transformed by their heavenly citizenship. Chapters:00:00 Introduction: Who Were the Early Christians?The Roman world struggled to categorize Christians because they weren't pagans or simply another Jewish group, yet their lives were noticeably different.03:00 Christianity in the Roman WorldBy approximately AD 130, Christianity had become distinct enough within Roman society that people were asking who Christians were and what they believed.04:15 What Is the Letter to Diognetus?This anonymous early Christian document was written to explain and defend Christianity to a pagan audience unfamiliar with the Bible.07:05 Three Questions About the Christian FaithThe writer addresses who Christians worship, why they demonstrate remarkable love, and why the Christian way of life appeared when it did.08:00 Defending Christianity Without Quoting ScriptureBecause Scripture held no authority for his pagan audience, the apologist appealed to reason, observation, and the lives of Christians.09:35 The Letter's Challenge to Pagan IdolatryThe writer exposes the irrationality of creating an idol with human hands and then worshiping it as a source of meaning and direction.13:35 How Christianity Differs From Jewish RitualismThe writer explains that Israel's sacrifices and covenant markers find their fulfillment in Jesus Christ, the ultimate sacrifice for sin.16:05 Christians as the Soul of the WorldThe writer compares Christians to the soul within the body, describing how faithful believers can serve as a conscience to the surrounding world.17:35 How Christian Living Challenges CultureGenerosity confronts greed, forgiveness challenges revenge, humility confronts pride, and love demonstrates that another way of life is possible.18:35 Final Thoughts and a Challenge to Read DiognetusTiffany and Pastor Jeff encourage listeners to read the Letter to Diognetus before returning for the second part of their discussion.“ Here's the question the letter to Diognetus forces us to consider: what are we becoming because of what we worship? Because worship always shapes the worshiper.”  – Pastor Jeff CranstonSources: Read the Letter to Diognetus: http://public-library.uk/ebooks/61/61.pdfBackground on the Letter to Diognetus: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epistle_to_Diognetus

    Matt Cox Inside True Crime Podcast
    Scammer Explains How These 20 Scams Really Work

    Matt Cox Inside True Crime Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2026 83:26


    Go to https://ground.news/Inside for abetter way to stay informed. Subscribe for 40% off unlimited access to world-wide coverage through my link.⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Former Fraudsters react to " Explaining 20 scams in 20 minutes"⁣ ⁣ Original Video ⁣ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRUpM9MS3-k⁣ ⁣ Cyx Socials⁣ https://www.instagram.com/cyxgear/⁣ https://www.youtube.com/@cyxcrimechronicles ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code COX at https://Mandopodcast.com/COX #mandopod ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Do you want to be a guest? Fill out the form https://forms.gle/5H7FnhvMHKtUnq7k7⁣ ⁣ Send me an email here: insidetruecrime@gmail.com⁣ ⁣ Do you extra clips and behind the scenes content?⁣ Subscribe to my Patreon: https://patreon.com/InsideTrueCrime ⁣ ⁣

    Inside the Birds: A Philadelphia Eagles Podcast
    Football at Four: Explaining Further What Eagles Must Do to Win Another Super Bowl

    Inside the Birds: A Philadelphia Eagles Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 15:26 Transcription Available


    On Tuesday's Football at Four on 973 ESPN South Jersey, Inside the Birds' Adam Caplan discussed more on what the #Eagles must do on both sides of the ball this season in order to win their third Super Bowl in team history.► Subscribe to our Patreon Channel for exclusive information not seen or heard anywhere else and become among smartest Birds fans out there (just ask our members!!) + get all of our shows commercial free!!https://www.patreon.com/insidethebirds► Sign up for our newsletter! • Visit http://eepurl.com/hZU4_n.►Support our sponsors!!► Camden Apothecary: https://camdenapothecary.com/Follow the Hosts!► Follow our Podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsideBirds► Follow Geoff Mosher on Twitter: https://twitter.com/geoffpmosher► Follow Adam Caplan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/caplannfl► Follow Andrew DiCecco on Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewdiceccoNFL insider veterans take an in-depth look that no other show can offer! Be sure to subscribe to stay up to date with the latest news, rumors, and discussions.For more, be sure to check out our official website: https://www.insidethebirds.com.

    The Glenn Beck Program
    Explaining Trump's 'Whiplash' on Dealing with Iran | Guest: Mikayla Hedrick | 7/9/26

    The Glenn Beck Program

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 129:21


    Glenn starts the show by discussing the latest in America's conflict with Iran and why Iran remains a dangerous threat to the West. Glenn also gives the difference between Iran and North Korea, as Glenn argues that President Trump is attempting to do exactly what needs to be done to end the Iran threat. Glenn also tells the story of how President Trump traveled to Turkey in a fancy new plane, but due to the Iranian threat near the border, Trump had to fly back in an old armored jet with the shades lowered. Glenn discusses the downfall of the once-informative Smithsonian Museum, which he claims has now been captured by self-loathing revisionism that turns American heroes into villains and core values into racial flaws. Glenn Beck producer and co-author of "Chasing Embers" Mikayla Hedrick joins to discuss the release of the audiobook and the production behind it. Graham Platner has officially dropped out of the Maine Senate race after a sexual assault accusation, and Glenn discusses how Democrats manipulate elections with superdelegates to hand-select candidates for critical elections.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices