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By All Saints' Day in Tudor London, the sun was down by quarter past four. In the final episode of our autumn series, we find out how the Tudors got ready for the long dark, in their bodies, in their homes, and in their hearts. We start with the health books. Sir Thomas Elyot warned that autumn was "dangerous to all ages, all natures, and all countries," and Andrew Boorde had a whole diet for melancholy people (no red wine, sorry!). Then we light the mutton-fat candles with Thomas Tusser, find out why one doctor thought the smell of apples was dangerous, and hang out the lanterns with London's mayor. And then we come to Hallowtide, when church bells rang all night for the souls of the dead. Henry VIII nearly banned it, Elizabeth's bishops tried for years to stop it, and ordinary people in places like Sandbach and Weaverham kept climbing the tower to ring for the people they'd lost. This is episode 4 of 4 in our series on how the Tudors got ready for autumn. Thank you so much for watching!

# Puah and Shiphrah: Courage, Quiet Defiance and the Power of Women of Faith | Women in the BibleWhat does it mean to stand for God when the world around you demands that you do otherwise? And can quiet, strategic obedience to God be just as powerful as bold, public acts of defiance?Found in Exodus 1, these two women lived during a time when the Israelites were enslaved in Egypt under the rule of Pharaoh. Faced with his horrific command to kill every Hebrew baby boy at birth, Puah and Shiphrah made a choice that demonstrated extraordinary courage. They feared God more than they feared the most powerful king on earth and refused to obey an order that went against His will.Their story teaches us that courage doesn't always have to be loud, visible or dramatic. We often think of biblical defiance through the example of Daniel, who openly stood firm in his faith. But Puah and Shiphrah show us another kind of courage: quiet, strategic and collective defiance. They worked together, using wisdom and discernment to protect innocent lives without Pharaoh knowing what they were doing.We explore the power of women coming together in faith, supporting one another and working behind the scenes to accomplish God's purposes. These women were likely leaders among the midwives, and their influence reminds us that some of the greatest acts of faithfulness happen away from the spotlight.When Pharaoh eventually summoned them to explain their actions, God gave them wisdom in their response. Their story reminds us that when we fear God above all earthly authority, He can equip us with the wisdom and courage we need to navigate difficult situations.**In this episode, we reflect on some powerful lessons from Puah and Shiphrah:**✨ **The courage to obey God:** What happens when the expectations of society, culture or the laws of the land conflict with God's Word? We learn the importance of standing firm in biblical truth, trusting that God will see us through.✨ **The power of quiet defiance:** Not every act of courage needs to be public or confrontational. Sometimes the most powerful resistance is quiet, strategic and rooted in obedience to God.✨ **The strength of women working together:** Puah and Shiphrah remind us of the incredible influence women can have when they unite in faith, purpose and a shared commitment to honouring God.✨ **God rewards obedience:** Their faithfulness did not go unnoticed. Exodus tells us that God dealt well with the midwives and established households for them. Their story demonstrates that God sees our obedience, even when the world does not.✨ **Wisdom in difficult circumstances:** We see how God can give us the words, discernment and wisdom we need when our faith is challenged.✨ **Our frontline is our ministry:** Perhaps one of the most important lessons from these women is that our greatest opportunity to serve God may not be behind a pulpit or within the walls of a church. It is often in the everyday spaces where He has placed us.Our workplaces, homes, communities, friendships and relationships are our frontlines. These are the places where we can demonstrate God's faithfulness, love, glory and mercy to the world.As Christians, when we each faithfully live out our calling on our individual frontlines, our collective influence can reach further into society than a pastor preaching for an hour on a Sunday ever could alone.Puah and Shiphrah remind us that ministry is not reserved for those with a platform, a title or a public voice. Every one of us has a God-given opportunity to make a difference right where we are.Their story challenges us to ask ourselves: **Are we honouring God in the everyday decisions we make? Are we willing to stand for His truth when it costs us something? And are we recognising our own frontline as a place of ministry?#BiblicalWomanhood #FaithAndCourage #ObedienceToGod #StandingOnGodsWord #QuietStrength #ChristianLiving #YourFrontlineIsYourMinistry #GodsFaithfulness

Recorded live at BizFest in Essex, this is the story of how a near-death moment became a £16 million business.Jo Tutchener Sharp had built a successful career – running the beauty division of Purple PR, leading communications at Estée Lauder, then founding her own agency, Beauty Scene, and growing it to a turnover of around £5 million. In 2015, with two young boys at home, she decided to step away. But the stress of the exit took a physical toll, and shortly afterwards she suffered a brain haemorrhage that could bleed again at any moment, with potentially fatal consequences.Facing what she calls her "pearly gates" moment, Jo was overwhelmed not by fear but by regret – the feeling that, were she to die tomorrow, she would not have made a big enough mark on the world.So Jo made herself a promise: if she survived, she would dedicate the rest of her life to doing good. Just eleven months after brain surgery, Scamp & Dude was born, a clothing brand with purpose stitched into its heart. Today Scamp & Dude turns over £16 million a year, has donated 4.5 million products to charitable causes, and given more than 95,000 scarves to women starting chemotherapy. For her work Jo was awarded an OBE for services to fashion and charity.In this business episode, Andy Coulson explores how Jo turned a life-threatening crisis into a moment of opportunity, and what it really takes to build a brand where purpose, family and commercial success pull in the same direction.POWERED BY KINGSLEY NAPLEYI know what it is to have the right legal support around you when facing crisis. Kingsley Napley are the kind of lawyers I wish more people knew about – there to help you make the right decisions, protect what matters, and build real resilience when the pressure is on. This episode is powered by Kingsley Napley. Visit www.kingsleynapley.co.uk for more details.FOUR LESSONS FROM JOTake the calculated risk, not the leap of faith. Jo lined up five clients and £25,000 a month in fees before she resigned from Estée Lauder. De-risk the jump before you make it.Build the business around the life you actually want. Jo walked away from a £5m agency because it cost her time with her kids. Scamp & Dude was designed the opposite way – with her family built into it. Success isn't just the turnover; it's whether the business gives you the life you wanted.Purpose is the engine that keeps you going when it gets hard. For Jo it's charity; for you it might be something else entirely – but find the reason you're really doing it, because that's what stops you quitting.Awareness can be worth more than margin. Know which parts of your business are there to make money and which are there to build the brand, and don't confuse the two.CHAPTERS07:04 – Why a great job still wasn't enough08:50 – How to de-risk backing yourself before you jump10:11 – Walking away from a £5m business to get her life back10:24 – Stress and the warning she ignored13:54 – Choosing one last Christmas before brain surgery15:30 – Waking up alive, and the promise made in a hospital bed19:42 – Hospital bed to product in eleven months24:34 – The Super Scarf mission, and 95,000 women starting chemo26:54 – How to turn your hardest moment into your superpowerREAD MORE ABOUT THE SUPER SCARF MISSIONhttps://scampanddude.com/pages/superscarvesmissionFOLLOW JOInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/scampanddudejo/?hl=enFOLLOW SCAMP & DUDEInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/scampanddude/?hl=enFOLLOW CRISIS WHAT CRISIS?Instagram – www.instagram.com/crisiswhatcrisispodcast TikTok – www.tiktok.com/@crisispodThis was a Crisis What Crisis Production – Rex Fisher (producer), Ioana Barbu (studio manager), Fred Sharp (research), Johnny Seifert (audio), Jasper Cullen (video)

In this study we will take a look at the women within the Bible. We will look at each one of them and see how their story influences our lives today.As we continue our study in this fantastic insight of the Women of the Bible, this morning we will finish our study on Deborah and Jael.Deborah (a bee) & Jael (wild or mountain goat) – Warrior WomenDeborah is one of the major judges (other words more of a charismatic military leaders, not a justice type judge figure) in the story of how Israel takes the land of Canaan. Deborah summons Barak to lead the battle against the Canaanites; he agrees, but only if she accompanies him. Barak and his warriors destroy all the Canaanites except Sisera, who seeks refuge with but is killed by Jael. Later rabbis acknowledged Deborah as a prophet but, due to their discomfort with women leaders, blunted her impact by speculating about her husband, reading her self-identification in the Song of Deborah in Judges 5 as hubris, and minimizing her role as judge. Deborah led the Israelites in peace and in war. She was a prophetess, but when war came she devised a battle strategy that gave the out-numbered and badly equipped Israelite troops victory over their Canaanite enemy. Meanwhile woman, Jael, used a tent peg and a mallet to finish off the unfortunate enemy general, Sisera.The story of Deborah describes the unlikely victory of the Israelites, led by the wisdom of Deborah, over superior Canaanite [do you remember who these people were?] forces. After the battle, the defeated Canaanite general Sisera was killed by a Kenite woman called Jael. Deborah's achievement was significant because the battle gave the Israelites their first access to the fertile and prosperous Plain of Esdraelon and part of the Plain of Sharon.Jael's story is similar to the one told about David and Goliath. A small, weak person, Jael, triumphs over a terrifying and apparently invincible warrior, Sisera. The story celebrates the defeat of Israel's enemies and the power of Israel's Elohim. The story of Deborah and Jael contains four main sections: 1 Deborah, a judge of Israel, summoned Barak (Judges 4:1-11, 5:1-18). When war and oppression come, Deborah acted as a leader of the people. She chose the most able military general and told him what he must do. 2 The battle was fought: Sisera fled (Judges 4:12-16, 5: 19-23). The superior enemy forces were routed, their troops were slaughtered, and the Israelites were jubilant. Their faith in their Yahweh was strengthened. Sisera, the enemy general, fled from the battlefield towards the encampment of Jael the Kenite woman. 3 Jael met Sisera, and killed him (Judges 4:17-24, 5:24-27). Jael called Sisera into her tent, hid him and fed him. After he fell asleep Jael killed him by driving a tent peg through the side of his head. She was hailed as a national heroine by the pursuing Israelite forces, led by Deborah and Barak. 4 The mother of Sisera (Judge 5:28-30). Sisera's mother and the noblewomen who surrounded her waited for her son to return. But as the reader knows, he was already dead by Jael's hand. The Song of Deborah (Judges 5) is dated at about 1285-1265BC, near when these events happened. It is a vivid picture, giving more details than Judges 4. For example, it contains a series of curses on those tribes who did not help in the battle, planting the seed for a later separation of the northern and southern tribes of Israel.Deborah is the only woman judge mentioned in the Book of Judges. The people of her time had no difficulty in accepting her as a judge. This suggests that judges were seen as ‘Yahweh's people', and their gender was unimportant.It is always sin which puts things out of Yahweh's order, and all kinds of complications follow. At this time, the children of Israel did evil in the sight of Yahweh, and "Yahweh sold them into the hand of Jabin “one who is intelligence', king of Canaan, that reigned in Hazor “village”; the captain of whose host was Sisera “battle array”, which dwelt in Harosheth “workmanship” [so called from the different races, possible giants included]of the Gentiles." Again and again, this history had been repeated. Yahweh had fulfilled His word, "If ye will not hearken unto Me, and will not do all these commandments; and if ye shall despise My statutes, or if your soul abhor My judgments, so that ye will not do all My commandments, but that ye break My covenant: I will also do this unto you;…I will set My face against you, and ye shall be slain before your enemies: they that hate you shall reign over you; and ye shall flee when none pursueth you." (Lev. 26:14-17.) The Battle: Phase 1Deborah summoned as many Israelite tribesmen as she could get – the main contingent was from Naphtali and Zebulun. Some of the tribes would not come, but those who did camped at Mount Tabor.It was hilly ground, easily defensible, with a flanking position facing the Jezreel Valley. There was excellent visibility in all directions. The sloping ground gave the Israelites security against any Canaanite chariot attack.The main Canaanite army base was at “Harosheth of the Gentiles.” This must have been close to the Valley of Jezreel, for the site of the decisive battle was near Megiddo, in the western section of the valley.Just before the battle, a flash flood swelled the nearby Wadi Kishon and turned the battleground into deep mud (documented in the Song of Deborah 5:4-5), giving the Israelite foot soldiers the advantage over the Canaanite chariots. The Battle: Phase 2Deborah guessed that when Sisera was told about the Israelite deployment, he would concentrate all his forces at Mount Tabor, to contain Barak.Eventually, Sisera would have reasoned, Barak would be forced out into the open to fight on the open plain – where he could be defeated.But Deborah had a second force at her disposal, militia she had gathered from Ephraim. She used this body of soldiers to draw Sisera away from his vigil opposite Mount Tabor, towards the swampy area of the Kishon River in the western part of the Jezreel Valley.She must have provided good reason for him to abandon his first position – tantalizingly, the Bible does not tell us what it was.But it must have been a movement threatening the unprotected plain. Only this would have induced Sisera to break camp and move in the direction of the Kishon River, to secure the narrow pass between the Carmel and the Tivon hills leading from the Jezreel Valley into the coastal plain. Whatever this feint was, it worked.The Battle: Phase 3The opposing forces watched each other for a few days. One guesses that Deborah was waiting for rain to turn the Kishon and its tributaries into a mire. When she received the confirmation she hoped for, she gave Barak the sign to attack: ‘Up, for this is the day in which the Lord hath delivered Sisera into thine hand' (Judges 4:13).Her assault caught Sisera's troops in the flanks or rear, or possibly both. At that point the Ephraimite force joined the main battle. ‘And the Lord discomfited Sisera, and all his chariots, and all his host, with the edge of the sword before Barak' (Judges 4:15).There was a wonderful irony in this. Baal, the main god of the Canaanite forces, was god of storms and weather. He was worshipped by the Canaanites, with Anat, a fierce goddess who fought vigorously to protect her family. Yet the Canaanites lost the battle because of a storm!The Israelites could hardly believe their luck. Yahweh, their Elohim, was clearly superior to the gods of the Canaanites.Abandoning his army, Sisera fled on foot away from the battlefield, towards the encampment of Jael, the Kenite woman (Judges 4:12-16).Jael had her own tent, separate from her husband's tent. At this period in Israelite history it was still common for several women to be married to one man. In such a case, each wife had her tent, which she made, pitched and maintained herself. When she had children, they lived with her in this tent.‘So he turned aside to her into the tent, and she covered him with a rug. Then he said to her, “Please give me a little water to drink; for I am thirsty”. She opened a skin of milk and gave him a drink and covered him. He said to her “Stand at the entrance of the tent, and if anybody comes and asks you “Is anyone here?” say “No”.When Sisera arrived at the encampment in the last stages of exhaustion and terror, Jael saw him and called him to her tent.  One point to notice is that Sisera went into Jael's tent, not the tent of Heber her husband. The ancient laws of hospitality in the Middle East were very strict. A guest, once ritually invited into the home, had to be protected and cared for, even at the expense of everyone else in the house. But only the chief man of the household could offer ritual hospitality. Sisera went into Jael's tent. She covered him with a rug, which suggests that he was afraid and wanted to hide. He asked for water. She gave him a drink of goat's milk. Exhausted from the battle and his flight, he fell asleep.Faced with a man who was far superior to her in physical strength, Jael used her wits and courage. She took the wooden hammer used to put up her tent and one of the pegs that held the tent ropes, and then with one expert blow she drove the peg deep into the side of Sisera's head. Join me as we go Chapter by Chapter, Verse by Verse, Unraveling the Words of Yahweh!Have any questions? Feel free to email me; keitner2024@outlook.com 

Send us Fan MailDimitri Karagiannis never imagined he'd become Wine Director at Babbo. He studied journalism in Athens, built a career in the media, then moved to New York and found his way back to the wine he grew up around. Today, he's shaping the cellar at one of the city's most storied Italian restaurants. What happened between Athens and Babbo? That's the story.Check out the website: www.drinkingonthejob.com for great past episodes. Everyone from Iron Chefs, winemakers, journalist and more. 

Send us Fan MailSally Mildren is a distinguished marketing and leadership strategist, as well as the founder and CEO of Commonwell Marketing. With a rich background as a brain injury rehab therapist, she uniquely combines neuroscience insights with real-world experience to benefit nonprofits, healthcare, and mission-driven brands. Sally helps these organizations communicate with clarity, connection, and purpose. She is the author of "Leading Real People" and hosts the podcast "Leadership Cafe," aimed at mission-driven leaders.The discussion dives into Sally's career journey, including a pivotal moment when she transitioned from a team of six to leading a team of 100 at a large insurance company. Faced with monumental challenges, she turned around a failing division by focusing on resilience and scientific principles of human connection, achieving remarkable improvements in employee engagement and customer satisfaction. The episode underscores the significance of maintaining personal well-being and clear boundaries to prevent burnout, which Sally articulates through her personal experience and lessons learned during her career.Key Takeaways:Leaders must remain authentic and practice self-care to prevent burnout and improve leadership performance.Effective leadership integrates vision, systems, and people, fostering an environment where team flow and collaboration thrive.Physical and mental well-being, including nutrition, sleep, and time in nature, significantly enhance work quality and resilience.Personal and professional balance isn't about equal parts but about energy distribution where most needed at different times.Women often face challenges with overextending themselves in the workforce; understanding and defining boundaries is crucial for sustainable leadership.Notable Quotes:"Self-care is leadership.""I think sometimes we manufacture drama partly because some of us are addicted to cortisol.""There is science to a lot of what this is. And so for me, I had to a first feel it and acknowledge it and walk through it.""Effective, human-centric leadership is not focused on my value, but ensuring my team understands their value.""You aren't quite as important as you think you are. The team can run without you, and you need to let go of a few things. It's a humble pill."Resources:Follow Sally Mildren on LinkedIn: Sally Mildren LinkedInCompany Website: Commonwell MarketingSally Mildren's Book: "Leading Real People."Recommended Books: "The Leader's Brain" and "Love and Work" by Marcus Buckingham.All episodes and guest requests can be found at:www.leadershipmomentspodcast.comFollow Stacey Caster on Instagram @staceycaster_Follow Tracy-Ann Palmer on Instagram @tracy_ann_palmer

When Sukkot Doesn't Go as Planned Welcome to Daily Bitachon. We are currently celebrating Sukkos, and it is a very different kind of Sukkos this year due to the heavy rain brought on by a nor'easter. Many people were fortunate enough to get some of their meals in, while very few managed to eat all of them in the sukkah. Most people could not sleep inside, and some even had their sukkahs blown away. So, what should we be feeling right now? What emotion should be in our hearts and minds? Should we feel sad? Should we feel frustrated? Or should we simply tell ourselves, "Well, we just have to be happy because it's Yom Tov— ושמחת בחגך (and you shall rejoice on your festival)" ? What is our attitude truly supposed to be? The Sun, the Sukkah, and the Kick To understand this, we turn to the famous Gemara in Masechet Avodah Zarah (3b). The Gemara describes Hashem judging the nations of the world at the end of days, systematically refuting every argument they present. Finally, Hashem says, "You know what? I will make it easy. I will give you an accessible, inexpensive mitzvah: make a sukkah, and let us see how you do." Everyone goes up to their roofs and builds a sukkah. Hashem then brings out an intensely hot sun, making conditions unbearable. In response, they kick their sukkahs and storm off. The Gemara asks: "Wait a moment— מצטער פטור מן הסוכה (someone who is in distress is exempt from sitting in the sukkah). Why are they faulted?" The Gemara answers: "True, they were exempt, but you do not kick the sukkah on your way out." Kicking signifies anger, irritation, and frustration that things did not go according to plan. That is not the Jewish way. The Jewish approach is: "I walk out with humility. I tried, but my service was not accepted." As the Gemara in Masechet Sukkah teaches, when it rains on Sukkos, it is compared to a servant coming to pour a cup for his master, only for the master to splash the pitcher back in his face. What does the servant feel at that moment? He is humbled: "I wanted to serve my master, but I am unworthy. For reasons known to Him, it was rejected." When you internalize that lesson, you grasp the true essence of Sukkos—humility. You can acquire humility by dwelling in the sukkah, and you can acquire humility by having to leave the sukkah. The objective is to walk away without frustration or resentment, fully humbled, hoping to serve the Master in whichever way He truly desires. Tamar vs. Eishes Potifar: Pure Intentions Under Pressure Rav Wolbe explores this theme through the contrast between Tamar and the wife of Potifar (Eishes Potifar). As Rashi notes, both women acted with what they believed were holy intentions: both foresaw through prophecy or astrology that great lineages would emerge from them. Tamar saw Mashiach ben David, while Eishes Potifar saw Mashiach ben Yosef. Rav Wolbe asks: where, then, lies the difference? The difference emerges when the plan falls apart. Tamar made extraordinary sacrifices. She married Yehudah's first son, and he died. She married the second, and he died. She waited for the third, but was put off. Finally, she devised a discreet, desperate plan: she disguised herself as a harlot so she could bear children through Yehudah himself to build the royal lineage. It worked, and she became pregnant. Yet, after all that effort, just as she was on the verge of fulfilling her holy mission, she was accused of adultery and sentenced to death. She possessed the evidence to clear her name by exposing Yehudah, but she knew that publicly embarrassing someone is forbidden. Rather than forcing her mission through by violating Hashem's will, she remained silent and gave Yehudah the space to step forward on his own. At that critical juncture, she faced an immense test. Human nature would say: "I worked so hard for this holy outcome; I must reveal him to save the mission!" Instead, she recognized that she had reached a boundary. She was willing to perish rather than break the rules, humbly thinking: "I tried my best, it didn't work, and I will submit to Hashem's will." Because her dedication was completely selfless and solely for Hashem's honor, she merited becoming the matriarch of the Davidic dynasty. Eishes Potifar, by contrast, also foresaw that she was destined to bring forth descendants through Yosef who would lead to Mashiach ben Yosef. However, she was unaware of the principle that raising an orphan is considered equivalent to giving birth to them. Seeing no children of her own, she concluded, "It must come through me directly." In reality, that lineage was destined to arrive through her adopted daughter, Asnat bat Potifera. She pursued Yosef relentlessly, but when her plan failed, she did not step back with humility. She grew resentful, became furious that Yosef was thwarting her designs, and threw him into prison. That is the litmus test: how do you react when you are patur (exempted or stopped)? That moment reveals whether you are pursuing Hashem's will or your own agenda. The Meaning of Patur: It Is Not About You Rav Dov Landau shares a moving story about the Chafetz Chaim in his nineties. He was frail and sickly, requiring constant care. One afternoon, his caregivers stepped away and left him unattended so they could catch Mincha. When the Chafetz Chaim found out, he was dismayed: "What are you doing? You are patur! That is not what Hashem wants from you—to abandon a vulnerable person just to say Mincha. Tefillah is not an ego trip; you are halachically exempt right now. Accept that and care for the person, because עוסק במצוה פטור מן המצוה (one engaged in a mitzvah is exempt from another mitzvah)." Rabbi Ades offered the exact same guidance to mothers overwhelmed with raising young children and managing their homes who feel guilty when they miss formal prayer: "You are not falling short. You are immersed in a primary mitzvah, and עוסק במצוה פטור מן המצוה applies to you. This is what Hashem asks of you right now. Accept your mission with joy." The Chazon Ish addresses this directly in Sefer Emunah u'Bitachon : What is the real engine behind our actions? Is it our personal satisfaction, or is it seeing Hashem's will fulfilled? The answer becomes obvious when we are declared patur . He tells the story of a host who loved having guests for Shabbat. Every Friday night, he would eagerly bring home visitors from shul who needed a meal. One week, the coordinator inadvertently assigned his expected guest to someone else. The host walked home empty-handed. His family was crestfallen, asking, "Where is our guest? Why don't we have one tonight?" The man gently reminded them: "A guest is a human being in need, not a prop for our spiritual fulfillment. The person needed a warm meal, and he received one. That is all that matters. It is not about our satisfaction or fanfare." A similar sentiment is found in the story of a prominent sage visiting another sage who was ill. Sensing that the visitor was treating the visit like a mechanical checklist item, the sick sage wryly observed: "Excuse me, but I am not your etrog." When we perform acts of lovingkindness, the recipient is not merely an object for our personal merits; we are there to serve their genuine needs. If the need is met elsewhere or we are prevented from helping, we step back peacefully. This lesson applies broadly. Consider someone who runs a vital charitable initiative. If another organization arises and performs that service more effectively, the original founder should not harbor resentment or cling to a monopoly on kindness. If the need is met, the mission is achieved. It is not about us. Similarly, as individuals age and can no longer carry the responsibilities they once shouldered, they can take comfort in knowing they have fulfilled their part and are now exempt. Reward for Stepping Aside Returning to Sukkos: this is the mindset we must carry when rain disrupts our holiday. We designed our sukkahs, prepared delicious meals, and hoped to dwell in them fully—yet Hashem decreed otherwise. We became patur . Passing the test of performing a mitzvah is essential, but passing the test of letting go when exempted is equally vital. The Gemara tells of Shimon HaAmsoni, who spent years deriving practical laws from every occurrence of the word et ( את ) in the Torah, which generally serves to amplify or include additional applications. For instance, in "Honor your father and your mother" ( כבד את אביך ואת אמך ), the word et includes one's older brother. Eventually, he arrived at Devarim 10:20: " את ה' אלקיך תירא (You shall fear Hashem your God)." He paused. There is no one who can be equated with the reverence owed to the Almighty. Faced with this theological reality, he abandoned his entire life's thesis on the spot. His students asked, "What will become of all your previous teachings?" He replied: "Just as I received reward for the inquiry ( כשם שקיבלתי שכר על הדרישה ), so too I receive reward for stepping back ( כך אני מקבל שכר על הפרישה )." The same principle was applied to the Netziv when the Russian authorities demanded the inclusion of secular studies in the famed Volozhin Yeshiva. Believing it would compromise the integrity of Torah study, he made the agonizing decision to close the yeshiva's doors. He understood that when Hashem closes a path, standing down is the required service. Finally, when Rav Matisyahu Salomon organized the historic gathering on technology at Citi Field, rain was predicted. When asked if he was worried, he answered simply: "I am not doing this for myself; I am doing this for Hashem. If He desires rain, let there be rain." That is the hallmark of true servitude: throwing yourself fully into your responsibilities, yet stepping aside with deep humility the moment Hashem indicates that the plan belongs to Him.

Passage: Philippians 1:12-26 Date: 27 September 2026 Speaker: Neil Kennedy Summary: In Philippians 1:12-26, the Apostle Paul reveals his unwavering commitment to Christ even amidst adversity. Faced with imprisonment and slander, Paul's focus remains on advancing the gospel rather than protecting his freedom or reputation. His life illustrates that true purpose stems from a deep relationship with Christ, challenging us to consider what truly drives us in our own lives: is it comfort, reputation, or something far greater? Links: Church Website Watch on YouTube Contact Us

The lone holdout in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial is now part of a legal inquiry the defense is asking the court to authorize. Michael Desronvil voted to hold Clancy criminally responsible while the other 11 jurors favored a verdict of not guilty by reason of lack of criminal responsibility. After the September 4 mistrial, public records revealed legal problems in Desronvil's background that were not part of the public trial record when he was seated. Those records include a dismissed domestic assault case, a civil restraining order involving his teenage nephew that was active when jury selection took place, and eviction proceedings. Kevin Reddington wants the court to inspect Desronvil's sealed questionnaire and determine whether he accurately answered questions about prior arrests, charges, and court orders. The defense also wants information about alleged cellphone use during deliberations. Desronvil denies the central criticism of his deliberations and says he had no doubt about his position. The courtroom fight follows Patrick Clancy's 60 Minutes interview, where he described the months before the killings from inside the family home. Patrick said mental illness can be 'tragically deceptive.' He recalled Lindsay's lack of sleep, deep depression, intrusive thoughts, repeated treatment, and a psychiatric hospitalization that ended days before the family celebrated Cora's birthday. He also said Lindsay later described January 24 as something she remembered like a dream. Tony Brueski and Robin Dreeke put the two developments side by side without turning either into more than the record supports. Patrick can describe what he saw, but he cannot retroactively diagnose what everyone missed. The defense can identify troubling juror history, but it still has to show why it matters legally. On September 29, Judge Sullivan is expected to confront motions aimed at both the juror controversy and whether a second prosecution would violate double-jeopardy protections. Listen Anywhere You Get Podcasts: https://pod.link/1655749292 Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod?sub_confirmation=1 Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice. #LindsayClancy #TrueCrimeToday #PatrickClancy #LindsayClancyTrial #HoldoutJuror #DoubleJeopardy #MichaelDesronvil #MentalHealth #TrueCrime #Massachusetts 

Trace Gallagher is an American television journalist best known for his long career at Fox News, where he has served as a correspondent and anchor covering major breaking-news events, politics, and international stories. He currently anchors Fox News @ Night and has reported from numerous high-profile events around the world. Check out his new book ‘Turns Out They Were Right All Along' out now. IN THE NEWS: ‘The View's' Sunny Hostin boasts she was the holdout juror who spared NYC's Butcher of Tompkins Square Park cannibal killer, Pramila Jayapal: Pentagon Needs More Women Brokering Peace Deals, They're ‘Much Better Negotiators' than Men, Dave Matthews takes a jab at President Donald Trump during a recent Concert, Karen Basura says we don't need an election because a Republican cannot win, and Xavier Basura is "already the governor", Nithya Raman opens wide lead over Bass in Los Angeles mayor's race, poll shows. GET IT ON!FOR MORE WITH TRACE GALLAGHER:BOOK: Turns Out They Were Right All AlongOut NowFOR MORE WITH MIKE DAWSON:INSTAGRAM: @dawsangelesLIVE SHOWS: September 24 - Burbank, CAOctober 2 - Casper, WY (2 Shows)October 3 - Estes Park, CO (2 Shows)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:iRestore.com and use code ADAMoreillyauto.com/ADAM quince.com/acssimplisafe.com/adamPluto.tvPodcastOneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Adam Gidwitz shares an early version of a brand-new, Grimm-inspired tale and invites listeners to help shape it. After running away from home, Scarlet finds refuge in a strange house deep in the forest, where a kind woman and her seven sons take her in — with one unusual rule: every Thursday, Scarlet must leave before the boys' mysterious father comes home. As her curiosity grows and a wealthy nobleman named Frederick pressures her to marry him, Scarlet uncovers a terrifying secret hidden inside the house. Faced with danger from both the monsters she fears and the man who claims to love her, Scarlet must decide what truly makes a family — and where she really belongs. This episode is rated Grimmest.

Faced with the choice of fight or flight, will the captain elect to confront the Chelish warship and Grady's past, or sail for calmer waters? Tune in now! Website: hideouslaughterpodcast.com Patreon: patreon.com/hideouslaughter Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hideouslaughterproductions  BESTOW CURSE RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/bestowcurse/feed.xml Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/HideousLaughterPod Discord: https://discord.gg/ruG6hxB Email: thehideouslaughterpodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @laughterhideous Facebook/Instagram: @hideouslaughterpod Reddit: reddit.com/r/HideousLaughter Produced by Allard LaRue @ Lossless Productions Theme Song By Dark Fantasy Studio

What if the places where we feel weakest, most uncertain, or most overwhelmed aren't signs that we're failing—but invitations to remember that we were never meant to hold it all together? In this episode of Rhythms That Restore, Cherisse sits down with her friend Christy Edwards, a biblical counselor here in Memphis, Tn with a heart for walking alongside others through grief, loss, uncertainty, and life's tender seasons. Their conversation begins with something simple: birds, watercolor, slowing down, and learning to really see. But from there, Christy invites us into a deeper conversation about what happens when life gives us more than we can carry. Christy shares honestly about her own journey from self-sufficiency toward surrender, including a season of caring for her mother through Alzheimer's. Faced with decisions, responsibility, grief, and the realization that she could never be everything her mother needed, Christy began learning a truth that continues to shape her life: God is the Good Shepherd. We don't have to be. Together, Cherisse and Christy talk about the pressure so many of us carry to be strong, capable, helpful, and okay—and the freedom that comes when we bring our actual humanity before God. What if we are allowed to have needs? What if we don't have to know what comes next? What if weakness can become an invitation into deeper dependence on God? And what if surrender sometimes begins with something as simple as an exhale? In this conversation, you'll hear about: releasing self-sufficiency and the pressure to hold everything together trusting God in seasons of uncertainty, grief, and loss receiving God's love without performing for it recognizing our needs, limits, and humanity breath prayer and returning to God's presence when anxiety pulls us into the past or future noticing how grief and stress can show up in our bodies tending to our minds, hearts, bodies, and souls with compassion caregiving and learning to release the people we love into God's care the biblical practice of lament and permission to name what hurts allowing safe, trusted friends to sit beside us when we don't have the words slowing down long enough to notice beauty, delight, and God's presence remembering that God is our refuge, protector, provider, and Good Shepherd Christy reminds us that we don't have to be the strong one. We don't have to have all the answers. We don't have to rush through grief or make our pain productive. We are allowed to be human. And perhaps one of the most beautiful things we can learn is that God's greatest gift isn't always an explanation. Sometimes His gift is simply His presence. So wherever this conversation finds you today, may you remember that you don't have to carry what was never yours to carry alone. May you bring your questions, grief, uncertainty, and deepest needs into the presence of the Good Shepherd—and discover that He has been holding you all along. CONNECT WITH CHRISTY To connect with Christy Edwards or learn more about her work, you can reach her at: christy.edwards.mabc@gmail.com AN INVITATION TO SILENCE & REST If these conversations are stirring a desire to slow down, listen, and make more room for God's presence, we would love to invite you to experience a silent retreat at St. Columba in Memphis, Tennessee. Monthly "First Friday" Silent Retreats are offered on the first Friday of each month and provide a beautiful space to step away from the noise and spend intentional time in silence, prayer, rest, reflection, and listening.  For information about St. Columba, upcoming retreats, and registration, visit: www.saintcolumbamemphis.org This fall, Spiritual Director & Retreat Host Allison Bradsher will also be hosting a three-day silent retreat in Stanton,Tn November 2–5. This extended retreat is an opportunity to step away from ordinary rhythms for several days of silence, rest, prayer, and time with God. For questions about the November 3 Day Silent Retreat or to connect with Allison Bradsher: allibrad@gmail.com STAY CONNECTED WITH RHYTHMS THAT RESTORE If today's conversation encouraged you, would you consider sharing it with a friend who may be carrying more than she was meant to carry alone? And be sure to follow or subscribe to Rhythms That Restore on your favorite podcast platform so you don't miss our next conversation. If you have a moment to leave a five-star rating and review, it is one of the simplest ways you can help more people discover these conversations. Thank you for pulling up a chair and journeying alongside us as we learn to slow down, listen for God, and discover rhythms that restore our minds, hearts, bodies, and spirits.

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The job market across the country is becoming narrower, seeing more Australians looking for jobs to keep up with the cost of living. Applying for a job, often means “faking it till you make it”, but what if the real faker was the job itself? Ghost jobs are rising and job seekers are the most impacted cohort. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired U.S. Secret Service agent John Constantine returns for Part 2 to talk about the one enemy you can't outgun — fear. After 23 years protecting presidents, a brush with mortality forced him to make peace with death — and finally learn how to live without fear.

Otago Coastal area prevention manager community and youth, Senior Sergeant Iain Notman spoke to Lisa Owen about youth drinking culture in Dunedin.

What happens when the values we believe are put to the test? In the final week of our Core Values series, Pastor Josh shares a message titled Built Different. Looking at Daniel 1, we see Daniel and his friends enter a culture that pressured them to compromise who they were and what they believed. Faced with acceptance, comfort, and opportunity, they chose conviction—and God caused them to stand out because they were willing to stand firm. The same challenge exists for us today. Biblical values aren't meant simply to be words we agree with when they're convenient. They shape who we are, guide our decisions, and help us remain faithful when the culture around us pulls in another direction. As Hope City Community Church continues to grow, our goal isn't simply to become a bigger church. It's to remain clear about who God has called us to be and faithful to the values and vision He has given us. Trends may get attention, but values and vision build something that lasts. We are called to be different because we have been built on something different.

**Pearl PD Puts Another One in the Trees** Zachary Brooks, 29, face-and-neck tattoos, Simon City Royals starter kit, decided I-20 westbound through Pearl was a good place to run dirty. Pearl attempted a stop. He rammed two patrol cars. They PIT'd him into the concrete in Clinton. He swallowed the meth on the way down, hit UMMC, and picked up felony fleeing, aggravated assault on a cop, a Louisiana warrant, paraphernalia, two counts of destroying state property, and a couple of seat-belt tickets for the road. Female passenger went with him. Civilian caught in the mix went to Baptist with minor injuries. No officers hurt. Clinton and Capitol Police rolled in like they always do when the dumb ones try to outrun Rankin County. Pearl and Clinton don't play. Jackson is the safe haven they keep running toward because leadership over there treats pursuits like the crime. Headline writers still act like the chase is the problem instead of the wanted meth head with a warrant who just tried to take out two squad cars. Don't ride dirty through Pearl. Don't test Clinton. The quota is filled. He's the new FAFO grand champion.

Alan Dershowitz has faced sustained criticism over both his legal work for Jeffrey Epstein and the depth of his personal relationship with him. Dershowitz was part of Epstein's defense team during the Florida investigation that ultimately produced the extraordinarily favorable 2007 non-prosecution agreement, and he later defended that deal publicly even after its terms became a national scandal. Critics have argued that his role illustrated the enormous advantages Epstein gained from assembling an elite legal team capable of pressuring prosecutors and attacking the credibility of teenage accusers. The scrutiny went beyond the attorney-client relationship because Dershowitz had known Epstein socially for years, visited his properties and flew on his private plane multiple times. Epstein's former housekeeper also testified that Dershowitz had been present at Epstein's Palm Beach residence during the period when underage girls were being brought there, although that testimony did not establish that Dershowitz witnessed or participated in abuse. Dershowitz has consistently maintained that he never saw Epstein engage in sexual misconduct and has said his relationship with him ended years before Epstein's 2019 arrest.The most serious controversy came from Virginia Giuffre, who accused Dershowitz of sexually abusing her while she was being trafficked by Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Dershowitz categorically denied the allegation and fought Giuffre for years in highly contentious defamation litigation, publicly accusing her of lying and attempting to prove that she had misidentified him. In 2022, the two ended their lawsuits with a settlement in which Giuffre said she recognized that she may have made a mistake in identifying Dershowitz.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.

In this episode, I do something I have never done before: I have my nails painted during the interview and agree to keep them that way for a week.My guest is Daniele Fiandaca, co-founder of Hard As Nails, a campaign inviting men to paint their nails to challenge some of the unwritten rules around masculinity, mental health and start conversations that might not otherwise happen.Even choosing the colour tells me something. Faced with several options, I instinctively reach for black because it feels the most “masculine”. I eventually settle on dark charcoal, but the question remains: why should four layers of nail polish feel like such a big deal?As Daniele files and paints my nails, we talk about the “man box”: the expectations that men should be strong, self-reliant, heterosexual, successful and in control. Those rules can seem harmless until they stop someone asking for help, admitting they are struggling or forming the close friendships they need.We also explore why having your nails painted can create an unexpectedly safe space for conversation. There is less eye contact, someone is holding your hand, and the usual barriers begin to come down. That leads us into a wider discussion about vulnerability, intimacy between male friends, the pressure to be the breadwinner and why so many men have people to socialise with but nobody they can really talk to.You will hear:How Hard As Nails began with a trip to a Harry Styles concert.Why wearing nail polish for a week matters more than simply having it applied.How the expectations placed on men can affect their mental health.Why male friendship often stops at banter.How community can help men who feel isolated.Why encouraging men to open up must be matched by somewhere safe to do it.At the end of the episode, I return to share what happened during my week with painted nails, how other people responded and whether the experience changed anything for me.Take part in Hard As NailsHard As Nails is inviting thousands of men to paint their nails and wear them for one week this November.This is a national social experiment examining whether stepping outside one of the unwritten rules of masculinity can change attitudes, encourage more honest conversations and help men show up for the people around them.Taking part is straightforward. You complete a short anonymous assessment, have your nails painted, wear them for a week and then complete a follow-up assessment. You can visit a nail salon or ask your partner, daughter, friend or colleague to paint them.It might sound like a small thing. As I discovered, it feels rather different when you have to take your painted nails into meetings, onto the train, to the pub and through the rest of your everyday life.If you are a man wondering whether you would have the nerve to do it, this is your invitation. Sign up, choose your week in November and find out what the experience brings up for you.Join the experiment at hard-as-nails.com. If you are struggling or experiencing suicidal thoughts, you can contact CALM on 0800 58 58 58, from 5pm to midnight every day, or visit the CALM website. 

Angelina was just three and a half years old when she was diagnosed with stage 4 neuroblastoma. Faced with devastating odds, her mom, Danielle Phillips, made a promise: if there came a point when treatment was no longer working, she wanted enough time to help Angelina do something incredible. What followed were seven and a half years of treatment, but also a life filled with huge birthday parties, cruises, Disney trips, indoor skydiving, swimming with sea turtles, ziplining in Hawaii, and checking off as much of Angelina's bucket list as they possibly could. Even as the end approached, Danielle kept going, determined that cancer might shape Angelina's life, but it would never be the only thing that defined it.In this conversation, Danielle and Heather talk about parenting a child with cancer, making impossible decisions, and what it means to help your child not just survive, but truly live. Danielle shares the story behind Angelina's adventures, the final whirlwind of trips they took together, and the conversation shortly before Angelina died that reassured her they had done exactly what they set out to do. They also explore the ripple effect Angelina's story had on other families facing childhood cancer and how, after her death, Danielle created They Were Here to preserve the stories and lessons of people who are gone. It's a funny, heartbreaking, and life-affirming conversation about making the time you have count and ensuring the people we love are remembered for how they lived—not simply how they died.Resources & Ways to ConnectThey Were Here: https://theywereherelessons.org/Jake's Help from Heaven Website: http://jakeshelpfromheaven.org/Jake's Help from Heaven Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakeshelpJake's Help from Heaven Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jakeshelpAPOY Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aplaceofyespodcastHeather's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathersstraughterOur YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@aplaceofyespodcastFor more of Heather's writing and thoughts: https://ohheather.substack.com/Everything's Jakey (Substack): https://everythingsjakey.substack.com/

In this episode, we sit down with Mark Herrmann, a retired firefighter who spent 20 years on the front lines before facing his toughest battle: severe occupational trauma and PTSD. After traditional treatments failed to offer relief, Mark discovered breakthrough plant-based therapies and clinical research that transformed his recovery. Now, he advocates for first responder mental wellness, trauma-informed care, and alternative healing modalities. We also discuss the first ever FDA and DEA approved whole plant psilocybin study the host himself went through as well as his personal experiences. We discuss:• The hidden mental health toll on first responders and firefighters• The turning point: moving past conventional treatment limitations• The science and personal experience of breakthrough mental health therapies• The journey of psychological reset, recovery, and finding purpose after serviceConnect with Mark Herrmann:• Email: mark@awakened-journey.com• Number: 602-326-4469Connect with the Show:• Email: bluetogreenpodcast@gmail.com ---DISCLAIMER: This podcast episode is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, psychological, or legal advice. The discussions herein reflect personal experiences and perspectives on emerging mental health treatments. Consult a licensed healthcare professional before making any medical decisions.

After rescuing trapped firefighters and driving off Demolisher at Engine 34, the heroes are greeted by Daredevil with an urgent warning. Faced with multiple disasters striking Hell’s Kitchen at once, the crew must make a critical choice on where to intervene before the entire neighborhood plunges into chaos. Background Music and Sounds Syrinscape “Multiple Songs” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Editing & Sound Design byKevin Robbins Support us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/adventureawaitspodcast Join the Marvel Multiverse RPG Demiplane Giveaway!Marvel Multiverse RPG & Secret Wars Demiplane Giveaway Check out the store!https://adventureawaitspod.creator-spring.com/ Get a discount on Arkenforge!Use code AAPOD at checkout!

Before Lindsay Clancy's murder trial reached a jury, defense attorney Kevin Reddington says prosecutors never offered a plea deal. The case proceeded on three first-degree murder counts, exposing Clancy to mandatory life without parole if jurors convicted her of first-degree murder.The central trial dispute was criminal responsibility. The defense argued that postpartum psychosis prevented Clancy from meeting Massachusetts' standard for criminal responsibility. The prosecution argued she understood what she was doing, knew it was wrong, and retained the ability to act differently.The jury did not reach a unanimous verdict, and Judge William Sullivan declared a mistrial on September 4, 2026. A September 29 status hearing is scheduled while prosecutors consider the next step.Separate civil litigation is asking a different question about the months before the deaths. Patrick Clancy filed a wrongful-death action against four of Lindsay's medical providers and their employers. Lindsay filed her own malpractice case naming those same four defendants plus additional clinicians and hospitals. The complaints allege failures to diagnose, monitor, and coordinate her psychiatric care as her condition worsened.Patrick's lawsuit also alleges that Lindsay received eight different medication prescriptions within a three-week window. The civil cases address provider negligence, while the mistrial leaves Lindsay Clancy's criminal responsibility unresolved. Tony Brueski, Bob Motta, and Robin Dreeke put those two tracks beside each other and ask what the system is trying to accomplish with each one. When prison, secure psychiatric treatment, and civil accountability are all part of the conversation, which outcome actually answers the failures this case exposed?Listen Anywhere You Get Podcasts: https://pod.link/1655749292Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod?sub_confirmation=1Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#LindsayClancy #KevinReddington #TrueCrimeToday #BobMotta #RobinDreeke #PatrickClancy #PostpartumPsychosis #MedicalMalpractice #MassachusettsCourt #TrueCrimeNews

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When your body is a medical stomping ground, how do you transform it back into a vessel deserving of joy and pleasure? For Melissa—a Seattle-based mental health counsellor—this question arises from a lifelong exploration filled with relapses, flare-ups, malnutrition, and self-discovery. With compassion and confidence, she shares the story of her rare major pain: neuronal dysplasia. At just two days old, Melissa underwent her first surgery. Faced with the news that, if their daughter survived, she would likely be deaf, blind, and mute, her parents spent years traveling in search of answers. In elementary school, Melissa's disease was finally officially diagnosed: neuronal dysplasia is a rare condition impacting the nerves that control intestinal function. After countless surgeries for true and pseudo-bowel obstructions, Melissa has no large intestine and only a partial small intestine. Years of malnutrition and dehydration from her body's inability to absorb nutrients means that today Melissa receives total parenteral nutrition (TPN) through an IV directly into her bloodstream. Anyone who has had to abstain from food for any length of time knows what hunger feels like. Because Melissa's stomach is always empty, she feels these same cues and pangs, but decades of careful experimentation have taught her that eating anything orally results in painful and debilitating symptoms or even surgery. As such, she seeks out alternatives to the pleasurable sensations most people derive from food. From scented candles to cozy clothes and bodywork practices, Melissa provides her body with other affirmations of its innate need for physical pleasure. The rifts wrought from decades of internalized ableism drove Melissa to hide her disease and work herself too hard to “make up” for her perceived deficits. Ultimately, this resulted in another diagnosis: severe autonomic nervous system dysfunction. She shares what she went through during what she considers the hardest part of her experience and how she worked—and is working still—to shift the mindset that led her there and rejoin all parts of herself into one full, proud human worthy of love, and success, and pleasure. Shed light on the disconnection of chronic illness and how we begin to heal: Finding gratitude and joy in the face of an unpredictable and debilitating disease; The evolution of eating when your body can't use what you feed it; The emotional and mental strain of constantly partitioning your “healthy” and “unhealthy” parts; The importance of intentionality in recovery and rediscovery. Learn more about the Seattle-based Center for Chronic Illness: https://www.thecenterforchronicillness.org/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMxXRttl3s8 Watch the episode on YouTube or Spotify, listen here on our website or on your favorite podcast platform. PODCAST LINKSWEBSITE: https://majorpainpodcast.comEMAIL: majorpainpodcast@gmail.comSUBSCRIBE: https://majorpainpodcast.com/subscribeSPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/5NDoD07WJmICdfdRKq0TyNAPPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/major-pain/id1562947550?mt=2&ls=1 SOCIAL MEDIAINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/majorpainpodcastTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorpainpodcastYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@MajorPainPodcastFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/majorpainpodcast AFFILIATE LINKSRARE PATIENT VOICE: https://rarepatientvoice.com/MajorPainPodcastAMAZON SHOP: https://www.amazon.com/shop/majorpainpodcastNEURAHEALTH: https://www.neurahealth.co/majorpain

Kevin Reddington says Plymouth County prosecutors never offered Lindsay Clancy a plea deal.With first-degree murder charges remaining in place, Massachusetts law required a jury trial. Now that jury has struggled for days with the exact question everyone knew would define the case: criminal responsibility.The defense says Clancy experienced postpartum psychosis and lacked the substantial capacity required by law. Prosecutors argue that despite her mental illness, she understood the wrongfulness of her conduct and could control it.Tony Brueski asks whether a system offering such radically different destinations—life without parole or psychiatric confinement—is actually measuring culpability with the precision this case requires.And if the central goal is protecting society, what specifically does incarceration accomplish that secure psychiatric treatment would not?That is not an argument for either verdict. It is a question about what punishment is supposed to do.END LINKSListen Anywhere You Get Podcasts: https://pod.link/1655749292Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod?sub_confirmation=1Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter: https://x.com/tonybpodCheck out Robin Dreeke's Master Class http://masterclass.com/robindreeke This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#LindsayClancy #LindsayClancyCase #LindsayClancyTrial #PleaDeal #CriminalResponsibility #PostpartumPsychosis #JusticeSystem #MassachusettsLaw #CourtroomAnalysis #TonyBrueski

Faced with the complex task of setting up a treasury from scratch, its architect decided the key to success was simplicity. She focused first on notional cash pooling and then on deploying a TMS. 

UK-based Filipino nurse and comedian John Steven Soriano, known as Nurse Even, is turning the realities of hospital life into comedy. On his first Australian tour, he brings humour to the long shifts, workplace pressures and everyday experiences of nurses, while finally visiting a country where he once dreamed of building his nursing career. - Ang Pilipinong nurse at komedyanteng nakabase sa UK na si John Steven Soriano, na mas kilala bilang Nurse Even, ay ginagawang komedya ang mga totoong karanasan sa ospital.

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E ae!Welcome to Deep Space Podcast! Many thanks for listening. Check how to become Spatial Listener and Co-Host and help me to keep the podcast on the air:https://deepspacepodcast.com/subscribe I’ll be in South Africa in October for some gigs, the first one at TrevTover (Trev The Japanese annual celebration). Many thanks to Trev for having me and to Uni Dgeoff for taking care of bookings and logistics. South Africa 2026Oct 24 – Trev ToberBuy tickets https://www.trevtober.com/events/trevtober-1?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio Enjoy the week563! Playlist:Artist – Track Name – [Label] e – world dirge (part I) – [slippery]ESB – 6400 Block – [Echovolt]Kukhanyakwensimi – Khuphuka! (isi-vivane)Fred Monk & Sir Rizio – Muze – [Seven Villas Music]Dante Lucero – SILAHZIAY (TeKno Mix)Martin Jarl – The Orange MistakeFuture Kings Of House SA – 2 Faced – [DeepWit]Blunt Protocol – They Buy Before (Original Mix) – [Drunk Dub]Tile Plazas – Diffident Glow – [Jungle Gym]Will Long – Have To Have Something (S’a Lotta Shade mix) – [Long Trax Productions]Diegors – Dunas – [Underground Quality]Flabaire – Itself – [MY KING IS LIGHT]

THRESHOLD is a direct continuation of Malevolent, the Audio Drama. This Series 2 sees John and Arthur having returned to Arkham after their time seeking the BLACKSTONE and facing the new and terrible truth this world has revealed to them. Faced with the new challenges before them and old foes perhaps still a threat, the duo must carve a new path in this strange world.Featuring Jo Guthrie as "Faroe"Support Malevolent and be a part of the story now at: https://www.patreon.com/TheINVICTUSStream Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS: How Scrum Masters Can Use AI Without Becoming the Human API   AI is already changing the practical, everyday work of Scrum Masters and Agile Coaches. In this BONUS episode, Vasco talks with Fred Deichler about moving from curiosity to real AI-supported workflows: finding team signals faster, preparing better conversations, keeping documentation in sync, and staying focused on outcomes instead of just producing more output. From Automation to an AI Sparring Partner "I have this partner I can work with to help me ideate things."   Fred's journey into AI started before the current AI wave, with automation in Jira and the practical need to surface bottlenecks without manually watching every board. The turning point came when ChatGPT stopped feeling like a search box and started acting like a thinking partner. Faced with a team being pushed toward multiple sprint goals, Fred dumped the context into AI and asked for three to five options instead of one "right answer." That shift helped him move from a deterministic mindset into a problem-solving mindset, using AI to explore options, challenge his own assumptions, and prepare a better conversation with the team. The Monday Morning AI Context Builder "It instantly sets that context for me. It sets that tone for the whole week."   Fred describes his weekly workflow as a very practical use of AI: on Monday morning, he opens Cursor and works with his own AI harness, Atlas. Atlas is built from markdown files containing persona, skills, history, meeting transcripts, notes, and Jira data. When Fred says "good morning," the system pulls the most relevant signals forward: aging work items, backlog health, sprint goals, and where the next team conversation should focus. Instead of starting the week by hunting for data, Fred starts with questions he can bring into the first stand-up: what is stuck, what needs refinement, and what risk is already visible? Making Flow Metrics Visible Inside Jira "If you're on a page, what do you hope you could learn without asking?"   Beyond using AI as a thinking partner, Fred used AI to build a Chrome extension that surfaces useful Jira insights directly where the team already works. On the active sprint board, it shows work in progress, aging items, sprint goals, and sprint changes. In the backlog, it exposes backlog health and epic health. On the sprint report page, it adds cycle time per item so the retrospective can move from generic discussion to concrete learning. The point is not to shame the team with metrics. The point is to make the right conversation easier to start: what caused this item to take seven days, what blocked it, and what do we want to learn from that? AI as Extra Eyes and Ears for Team Conversations "It helps make sure that we don't lose sight of these things I can bring back to the team."   Fred also uses AI agents to review meeting transcripts and look for patterns that are easy to miss in the flow of daily work. The system can notice hesitation, unresolved topics, or a requirement problem that was mentioned once and never followed up. For retrospectives, Fred's Atlas setup can review sprint transcripts around day nine of the sprint and suggest themes for the next retro. It can even generate prompts for a visual retrospective board in Copilot or a Miro board from a prompt. This helps Fred avoid relying only on recency bias and creates a better starting point for the conversation the team actually needs. Keep the Human in the Loop, Especially for Outcomes "It's not about building a faster hammer. It's about identifying the outcome you're going for."   A major warning in the episode is that AI can make Scrum Masters faster at producing more of the same: more notes, more summaries, more documents, more reports. Fred argues that the useful question is not "can we automate this exact process?" but "what outcome are we trying to achieve?" In a Jira-to-Azure DevOps migration, for example, the goal was not to reproduce the current time-tracking process perfectly. The goal was to provide the information accounting needed. That outcome focus keeps the human accountable for direction, judgment, and value, while AI helps explore better ways to get there. The SPOT Framework for Finding AI Opportunities "If it meets three or four of those, this is a great opportunity for an automation to free me up to do that more human-centric work."   Fred uses a simple filter, the SPOT framework, to decide what AI should help with and what should remain human-led. A task is a good candidate when it is simple, predictable, observable, and tedious. Simple means it requires low human judgment and could be explained on an index card. Predictable means it happens repeatedly, either on a schedule or triggered by an event. Observable means the needed data is available to the agent and not locked away in someone's head or behind policy. Tedious means it consumes energy without adding much human value. When a task matches most of those criteria, Fred looks for ways AI can handle the toil while he stays focused on facilitation, coaching, and decision-making. A Small Experiment Scrum Masters Can Try Tomorrow "If a Scrum Master finds himself operating as, like, I'm moving data from point A to point B, that is a great opportunity to say, how might we do this?"   Fred's concrete advice is to start by noticing where you have become the "human API": moving data between tools, updating spreadsheets, copying information into reports, or keeping documents manually aligned with reality. Write down one tedious workflow and ask your approved work AI, "How might we automatically populate this, while keeping me in the loop?" Vasco adds a useful ideation tip: if the first five ideas are not good enough, ask for five more without repetition, then five more again. The goal is not to hand over accountability. The goal is to discover what might be possible and choose one safe, small experiment. Resources for Scrum Masters Exploring AI "It's all about building up your own idea of what's possible to start those how-might-we conversations."   For listeners who want to keep learning, Fred recommends The AI Daily Brief as a way to stay current with what is happening in AI, and Jack Roberts' YouTube channel for practical ideas around personal AI and agent-based workflows. Fred also points listeners to his own work at Triforce Agility, where he shares blog posts, resources, and updates about his talks. He will be speaking at the Kansas City Developers Conference in early September about AI and career progression, and at Scrum Day in Madison, Wisconsin in October about how AI impacts Scrum Master roles.   About Fred Deichler   Scrum Master, Agile Coach   You can link with Fred Deichler on LinkedIn and connect with Fred Deichler at Triforce Agility.

Bray Hansel thought he was done. After a swollen left testicle led to an orchiectomy and a pathology report showing an eight-centimeter pure seminoma contained to the testicle, the 37-year-old financial advisor, husband, and father of three from outside Philadelphia went on surveillance feeling like a survivor — proud of what he'd gotten through and ready to move on. But testicular cancer had other plans.In this episode of It Takes Balls, Bray shares a story that captures just how unpredictable seminoma can be. What started as a borderline stage 2B diagnosis became months of confusing scans: a scan showing no active cancer, a blood test reading 0.00 cancer DNA, and normal tumor markers — all while a lone lymph node in his abdomen quietly kept growing. His care team's honest conclusion was that the cancer was declaring itself, landing Bray in the group of seminoma patients who need further treatment after an orchiectomy.Faced with several paths — BEP chemotherapy, carboplatin plus radiation, or a robotic RPLND — Bray walks through one of the most difficult decisions of his life. He explains why he had concerns about the long-term risks of chemo and radiation, and chose a robotic retroperitoneal lymph node dissection Penn. Of the 15 lymph nodes removed, five contained cancer — more than expected, but still low-volume, with no adjuvant therapy needed and roughly an 80% chance of staying recurrence-free at two years.Beyond the medicine, this is a conversation about perspective, humor, and community. Bray talks about coaching his undefeated soccer team through treatment, making an "RPLND playlist," showing his testicle to his buddies in a parking lot before surgery, and how a whole network — from his wife and friends Brandon, Alex, and Ryan to strangers who never knew they were helping — carried him through. He reflects on the phrase "a problem shared is a problem halved," how cancer deepened his marriage and relationships, and his desire to follow in the footsteps of TCAF's Jordan Jones by being a resource for the next guy.Whether you're navigating a seminoma diagnosis, weighing treatment options after an orchiectomy, or supporting someone through testicular cancer, Bray's story is a moving reminder that survivorship can add depth, connection, and even joy — and that no one has to face it alone.Provide your feedback on the podcast:https://www.testicularcancerawarenessfoundation.org/itbsurveyJoin The Ball Room:https://www.testicularcancerawarenessfoundation.org/theballroomWant to be a guest? Apply here:https://www.testicularcancerawarenessfoundation.org/it-takes-balls-submissionsConnect with Bray:https://www.instagram.com/haaaaaaaaansel/brayhansel@gmail.comFollow Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation:https://www.testescancer.orghttps://www.x.com/testescancer⁠https://www.instagram.com/testescancerhttps://www.facebook.com/tca.orgFollow Steven Crocker:https://www.instagram.com/stevencrockerhttps://www.facebook.com/steven.crocker2Theme song: No Time Like Now - Tom Willner www.tomwillner.com

Faced with the realities of current crises, it's easy to assume our world is headed in a bleak direction. But there's good reason to be hopeful— with developments in science and technology, a positive future is more viable than ever before. So, what if the future was awesome? Iseult Gillespie explores what three cities could look like in 100 years if we harness the tools we have at our disposal. [Directed by Devin Clark, Augenblick Studios, narrated by Alexandra Panzer, music by Tom Kaericher]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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As Foreign Secretary in Neville Chamberlain's Cabinet in 1937, Eden didn't believe in appeasing the German and Italian dictatorships or the militaristic Japanese regime. Instead, he wanted to confront their aggression head on. Faced with growing Japanese assertiveness, including the launching of an undeclared war on China in July 1937, Eden appealed to the US for help. He believed sending an Anglo-American naval force to the Western Pacific would demonstrate that the democracies were not spineless, but were prepared to stand up for what they believed in. Was this a viable alternative to Chamberlain's appeasement policy, now notorious for its failure in the face of fascism? In Eden's Alternative to Appeasement: The Anglo-American Strategy that Might Have Been, 1937–38 (Tithebarn Press, 2026), historian Malcolm Murfett tells the story, using a wide range of primary sources from the UK and US archives, of Eden's push to persuade Roosevelt's administration to be more assertive in the Pacific. He reveals the diplomatic dance both sides engaged in, each unsure of the other's reliability, of their own ability to commit, and tied up in their own internal struggles for policy dominance. We get a real insight into how two once-and-future allies managed each other's expectations, as well as the wider strategic parameters within which they were operating. With eerie echoes of our own times, Murfett explores the challenges involved in both international diplomacy, and foreign and security policy. How standing up for principles and values can become compromised by the requirements of Realpolitik, and logistical constraints. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

As Foreign Secretary in Neville Chamberlain's Cabinet in 1937, Eden didn't believe in appeasing the German and Italian dictatorships or the militaristic Japanese regime. Instead, he wanted to confront their aggression head on. Faced with growing Japanese assertiveness, including the launching of an undeclared war on China in July 1937, Eden appealed to the US for help. He believed sending an Anglo-American naval force to the Western Pacific would demonstrate that the democracies were not spineless, but were prepared to stand up for what they believed in. Was this a viable alternative to Chamberlain's appeasement policy, now notorious for its failure in the face of fascism? In Eden's Alternative to Appeasement: The Anglo-American Strategy that Might Have Been, 1937–38 (Tithebarn Press, 2026), historian Malcolm Murfett tells the story, using a wide range of primary sources from the UK and US archives, of Eden's push to persuade Roosevelt's administration to be more assertive in the Pacific. He reveals the diplomatic dance both sides engaged in, each unsure of the other's reliability, of their own ability to commit, and tied up in their own internal struggles for policy dominance. We get a real insight into how two once-and-future allies managed each other's expectations, as well as the wider strategic parameters within which they were operating. With eerie echoes of our own times, Murfett explores the challenges involved in both international diplomacy, and foreign and security policy. How standing up for principles and values can become compromised by the requirements of Realpolitik, and logistical constraints. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the critically endangered White Faced Black Spanish Chicken. In our main topic we take a look back at 6 years of podcasting about poultry. We also share our recipe for delicious Zucchini Spice Bars and provide some retail therapy with zucchini seeds.Pre-order our book! The Chicken Ladies' Guide to Life with ChickensSponsored by Nutrena Naturewise Feeds.Grubbly Farms - click here for our affiliate link.https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100963304-15546963Omlet Coops- Use Our Affiliate Link and COFFEE10 code for 10% off!https://tidd.ly/3Uwt8BfBreed Spotlight is sponsored by Murray McMurray Hatcheryhttps://www.mcmurrayhatchery.com/Metzer Farms Waterfowlhttps://www.metzerfarms.com/Eaton Pet and Pasture - Use code COFFEE for a discount on first-time purchases.Nestera UShttps://nestera.us/cwtclUse our affiliate link above for 5% off your purchaseZucchini Spice Bars - https://coffeewiththechickenladies.com/farm-fresh-egg-recipes/zucchini-spice-bars/CWTCL Websitehttps://coffeewiththechickenladies.com/CWTCL Etsy Shophttps://www.etsy.com/shop/CoffeeWChickenLadiesAs Amazon Influencers, we may receive a small commission from the sale of some items at no additional cost to consumers.CWTCL Amazon Recommendationshttps://www.amazon.com/shop/coffeewiththechickenladiesSupport the show

Americans spend nearly $30 billion a year on plastic surgery procedures, including fillers and Botox. And there's probably no better example than the White House, where the "Mar-A-Lago face" – a very specific, very smooth, very… augmented appearance – runs rampant. But maybe that's starting to change. Faced with actors, actresses, influencers, and AI, some people are starting to forgo their pursuit of aesthetic perfection in favor of something a little more natural. But does that mean more people are going to go without Botox – or will more people want procedures that don't make them look like they had Botox? To find out, we spoke with Amanda Mull, senior reporter at Bloomberg Businessweek.And in headlines, the national debt surpasses a record $40 trillion, North Korea launches multiple short-range ballistic missiles, and the U.S. has sent 20 deportees to Liberia as part of a new deal.Show Notes: Check out Amanda's piece – tinyurl.com/33w2rm56 Call Congress – 202-224-3121 Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/y4y2e9jy What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcast Follow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/ For a transcript of this episode, please email transcripts@crooked.com

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Shaan Patel. Founder and CEO of Prep Expert, a leading online test prep company. The conversation explores Patel’s journey from struggling test-taker to perfect SAT scorer, bestselling author, and successful entrepreneur. He shares how his personal experience inspired a mission to help students unlock scholarship opportunities and academic success.

Faced with a worsening midterm map and spiraling conflict with Iran, Donald Trump is focusing on what really matters: his crusade to reshape Washington. Kristen Holmes, Adam Klasfeld, and Tara Setmayer join Harry to break down the monument mania. The panel digs in to the new Kennedy Center scheme, the ballroom appeal, and Jeanine Pirro's mysterious special grand jury. The group then turns to an ugly scandal for an Ohio Republican that seems to tarnish his whole party—plus Trump's flight switcheroo in Turkey and its unsettling consequences. Mentioned in this episode:Kristen's reporting.Adam's reporting.Tara's Substack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Shaan Patel. Founder and CEO of Prep Expert, a leading online test prep company. The conversation explores Patel’s journey from struggling test-taker to perfect SAT scorer, bestselling author, and successful entrepreneur. He shares how his personal experience inspired a mission to help students unlock scholarship opportunities and academic success.

In this episode, Costi Hinn sat down with Drew Bauer to discuss the heartbreaking loss of Drew and Savannah's daughter, Joy, and the difficult journey that led to her birth. Faced with repeated pressure to abort their daughter, they chose instead to trust God's sovereignty, uphold the sanctity of life, and remain faithful through unimaginable suffering.Their testimony is a powerful reminder that even in life's deepest valleys, God is present, His purposes are good, and His grace is sufficient.

The United States is undergoing one of the biggest changes to its social safety net in recent history, with huge numbers of people getting dropped from the government's food assistance program. Nowhere has this been more dramatic than in Arizona. Jason DeParle, who covers poverty for The New York Times, explains why so many people are suddenly losing access to this key benefit, and what implications it could have for the rest of the country. Guest: Jason DeParle, who writes about poverty in the United States for The New York Times. Background reading:  Faced with piles of new paperwork, people are losing food stamps. Video: What Arizona reveals about the future of food stamps. Photo: Adriana Zehbrauskas for The New York Times For more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.  Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.