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What seems to be the primary cause of Christians falling away, becoming lukewarm, or fizzling out spiritually? Is there a common denominator?David and Ben come to you from a Romanian hotel room, to address this question.----------------------Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you've been searching for.Don't wait—get your copy today!Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us Fan Mail.

Send us Fan Mail"Tengo miedo a crecer mi negocio." Así, tal cual, me lo dijo un miembro de CBS que vende sandalias online: finanzas sanas, todo sistematizado, pero él mismo era el freno por puro miedo a perder dinero. Otro miembro, acaba de soltar la dirección general de sus cuatro empresas se aventó a comprar un hotel en Acapulco sin ser hotelero, y no sabe hasta dónde automatizarlo. Cerramos con Luis, que no sabe decirle que no a ningún cliente y ya trae la operación ahogada en proyectos y problemas de flujo de caja.Platicamos de mentalidad, de para quién construyes tu negocio, y de cómo casi siempre "no tengo el sistema" es en realidad "no he definido bien el problema".Si esto te suena, en Business Masters Live (8-10 de octubre, CDMX) le entramos a esto en persona, tres días full. Ahí nos vemos: https://businessmasters.mx/#section-yYUpGnybwz

Some days it feels like there's a ton of different voices in your head—each one saying something different. Which do we listen to? One says, "Do this," while another says, "No, stay here," and then guilt, fear, or another emotion gets added to the mix. In this episode, we're talking about where those competing thoughts and emotions can come from and how to make sense of them without automatically believing, obeying, or shutting them down. We'll look at the different parts of our inner experience, why emotions, predictions, beliefs, and needs aren't all the same thing, and how our past experiences can influence what feels loudest in the moment. Most importantly, we'll talk about what it looks like to bring all of those voices before the Holy Spirit, allowing them to be heard without allowing them to lead. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN [00:00] Why It Can Feel Like You Have Conflicting Voices Inside [02:00] Understanding the Different Parts of Your Inner Experience [05:00] Emotions, Predictions, Beliefs + Needs Aren't All the Same [08:00] When Your Past Experiences Get Loud [10:00] Bringing Your Inner Noise to God Instead of Shutting It Down [14:00] Letting Every Voice Have a Seat—but Not the Head of the Table [17:00] Knowing What to Process With God + What to Bring to Someone Else [20:00] Taking Your Thoughts Captive Under the Authority of Christ RESOURCES: Emotional Confidence Club This month's Emotional Confidence Club topic goes deeper into how to make sense of the different voices inside, what to do when one voice gets especially loud, and how to discern what God may be asking you to do. The club takes these concepts beyond learning and helps you actually practice them in real-life situations alongside other Christian women. Learn more: AliciaMichelle.com/club RELATED EPISODES: Ep 374: 5 Types of Emotional Overwhelm—Which Are You Experiencing? Ep 373: What Is Emotional Regulation (And Why It's More Than Calming Yourself Down)  Ep 372: Why Managing Overwhelm Is Where Emotional Healing Begins  Send us Fan Mail

I share why so many married couples ruin desire by treating sex like a performance, then show how a playful mindset brings freedom back. We trade judgment for curiosity, build safety with boundaries, and start creating a sex life that fits us instead of chasing someone else's standard. • why pressure turns sex into scorekeeping and shuts down desire • how “play” changes the goal from performing to exploring together • why sexual chemistry is built and rebuilt across seasons of marriage • replacing judgmental questions with curiosity that invites honesty • taking turns leading connection and intimacy to create variety • why boundaries and an easy “no” make experimentation possible • talking about sex when nothing is expected to happen • the weekly mission question that sparks playful change • how the Hotter Together challenge turns insight into action • a preview of next week's topic on entitlement versus responsibility If you want some help making your connection more playful, go to: https://monicatanner.com/hotter and join the Hotter Together 14-day couples challenge. If this conversation encouraged you, would you do me a favor and share it with someone you love? Your spouse, a friend, or another couple who could use a little hope today. Send us Fan Mail

Have questions about micro-cheating, multiple traumas at once, or lost sobriety? Those are just some of the issues brought up by Sven's online followers as he again went live online to answer anything that might come up. It's always spontaneous and uncensored. Listen in! Explicit content.Send us Fan Mail

Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks!Question: I recently received an autism diagnosis in my mid-30s. I have relatively low support needs and am working with my therapist to identify the best ways to manage my energy. I think I could still be a good foster parent, but will it be an issue for an agency?Resources:Adult Autism Diagnosis Tool Kit – from Autism SpeaksAutistic Self Advocacy NetworkSo You Want to Be a Foster ParentSupport the showPlease leave us a rating or review.  This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them.Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content:Weekly podcastsWeekly articles/blog postsResource pages on all aspects of family building

Send us Fan MailBuzzsprout team member, Cara Pacetti, joins us to talk about how podcasting builds confidence, sparks creativity, preserves meaningful voices, and creates communities where people feel understood. We discuss elementary students running their own show, teenagers connecting across the globe, and a hospice patient whose wisdom continues to reach listeners after her passing.Then we get into Fan Mail about how to recognize meaningful traction when your audience is still small, and why embracing the quirks that make your podcast different may be the key to making it matter.Because when we start a podcast, we don't just create something for other people. Podcasting changes us, too!Mentioned in this episode: Podcasting Q&ATiger TalkThis Teenage LifeAdvice 4 The LivingYashaContact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

“Constantly proving yourself is a privilege.” – Danielle Milner Welcome to episode 240 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight.com, and Jill Nowacki, co-founder, president and CEO of Zealyst.This episode is sponsored by Trellance. Trellance is a leading technology partner for credit unions, delivering innovative technology solutions to help credit unions achieve more. With a comprehensive suite of analytics, cloud and talent solutions, the Trellance team ensures credit unions increase efficiency, manage risk, and improve member experience. Learn more here!In this 2026 season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.For this episode, we are thrilled to bring on Danielle Milner, CEO of First Responders Credit Union in Boston, to help us discuss the concept of opportunity. Listen in as Danielle reflects on her first year as CEO, including the unexpected lessons that came from moving across the country and stepping into a leadership role at an organization with such a strong history and identity. She shares how her team and board welcomed her almost immediately and how a family emergency shortly after her arrival showed her just how much care and connection existed within the organization even after just a small amount of time.From there, we talk about the importance of authenticity when deciding who we want to work with and how experience can make it easier to recognize when a relationship simply isn't the right fit. We also explore the expectations leaders carry into new roles and the surprising ways that those expectations can change once we're in the seat.A big part of our conversation is centered on Danielle's “notebook” of ideas and the discipline required to decide which ones deserve action. We discuss why saying no can create opportunity, how leaders can communicate priorities more clearly, and why inviting people to challenge our ideas can create authentic ownership rather than just compliance.Danielle enthusiastically explains why growing other leaders is her favorite part of leadership, while we talk about how curiosity, trust, and even a willingness to “poke holes” can help teams make better decisions. We also take a close look at developing talent via stretch assignments, recognizing strengths we may not initially see in people, and building leadership teams that complement our own weaknesses.Finally, as we get close to the end of our conversation, we look ahead at the credit union movement and the need to focus less on tools like AI and more on the outcomes that such tools are supposed to create. For Danielle, relevance starts with understanding who we serve and why it matters, and we finally do wrap up with a thought for anyone pursuing a leadership role: sometimes, the right opportunity isn't just about finding the right seat but is rather about finding the right home for that seat! Enjoy our conversation with Danielle Milner! Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Connect with Danielle:Danielle Milner, CEO of First Responders Credit Unionfirstresponderscu.org Danielle: Muck RackFirst Responders Credit Union: LinkedIn | Facebook | InstagramSubscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyBooks mentioned on The CUInsight Experience podcast: Book ListShow notes from this episode:Sponsor: TrellanceShout-out: Danielle's momShout-out: Danielle's boardShout-out: HumanideiShout-out: NACUSOShout-out: Greg MichligShout-out: Navy Federal Credit UnionStory mentioned: “The Emperor's New Clothes” by Hans Christian AndersenShout-out: Jill's colleague SierraShout-out: Microsoft ExcelShout-out: Mike WilsonShout-out: Members 1st Federal Credit UnionShout-out: Becky SmithShout-out: APG Federal Credit UnionShout-out: MD/DC Credit Union AssociationPrevious guests mentioned in this episode: Mark Zook (#230); Tracie Kenyon (#12, CUInsight Network episode #64, & #209); Lauren Culp (#39, #115, & #211)In This Episode:[2:05] - Hear how Danielle discovered that supportive relationships helped her overcome doubts about becoming a C.E.O.[5:37] - It's important for leaders to recognize when saying no creates better opportunities than automatically accepting them.[6:21] - Authenticity helps leaders determine which professional relationships are truly compatible and trustworthy.[9:45] - Stepping into a new leadership role requires authenticity while recognizing the need to also constantly prove yourself.[12:50] - Hear how ownership taught Jill to trust herself while embracing the responsibility of setting her own expectations.[15:55] - Danielle sees opportunity in prioritizing people over an endless workload.[18:46] - Effective leaders need to carefully prioritize ideas according to their available resources and timing.[19:33] - Danielle reflects on having learned that clearly communicating priorities helps her team distinguish future possibilities from immediate action.[22:04] - Danielle touches upon how she uses constructive feedback to make individual ideas stronger.[24:15] - We talk about how leaders can turn constructive criticism into stronger ideas by encouraging people to identify solutions rather than just problems.[26:11] - Great leaders create curiosity, develop others, and use honest conversations to help people grow.[28:51] - It's important for credit unions to embrace imagination to create change.[30:55] - Effective leaders recognize their weaknesses, build trust, and surround themselves with complementary strengths.[33:42] - Learn how giving people new opportunities can reveal untapped strengths and expand their potential.[36:20] - Hear how stretch assignments provide valuable development opportunities, especially within smaller credit unions.[37:28] - Credit unions need to prioritize member relevance over technology when shaping their strategies.[40:27] - AI should support member-focused strategies rather than becoming the strategy itself.[43:57] - Danielle offers invaluable advice: trust that the right professional “home” will find you rather than obsessing over a specific position.Send us Fan Mail

Sven counsels two different men with plenty to be angry about, and who seek paths to a brighter life. Kenny can't decide what to do after his wife cheated, and Skin wants to stop hating the world and get help before, as he says, he ruins his life. Can these guys conquer their justifiable rage... and stop blaming themselves? Listen in and find out. Explicit content.Send us Fan Mail

Send us Fan Mail"If It Walks Like A Duck, It's A Dick" NEXT GEN S02E09, RHOA S17 REUNION PART 3, THE VALLEY S03 REUNION PART 3 Housemates! Subscribe to our Patreon and listen to our House of Stassi Recap! Noelle is back and we have opinions!  MENTION IT ALL Crystal is not coming back to RHOBH and Nathan made a statement...  NEXT GEN S02E09 Friendsgiving! REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ATLANTA S17 REUNION PART 3 What a great season of RHOA! But it's time for Shamea to go. THE VALLEY S03 REUNION PART 3  THANK GOD THIS IS OVER! TIMESTAMPS:INTRO: 00:00:00 - 00:06:36MENTION IT ALL: 00:06:36 - 00:15:34NEXT GEN: 00:15:34 - 00:40:53RHOA: 00:40:53 - 01:00:00THE VALLEY: 01:00:00 - 01:23:57F*MARRYKILL: 01:23:57 - ENDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT! Want to use Buzzsprout for your ideas? Use our link!Make sure to follow us on:Instagram   |  Youtube  |  TiktokAnd keep an eye out on therealhousemates.nyc for fun updates! 

From homeschool to public school, worldschool or unschool, we talk about the different experiences we've had and what has worked best in our home.Download Shan's Free Schooling Guide  https://shantripp73627.activehosted.com/f/66Thank you to Seed for sponsoring the Life's a Tripp podcast!Get Seed for your family using our discount code here: https://seed.com/tripp Send us Fan Mail

Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks!What does healthy openness in adoption really look like—and how can adoptive parents maintain meaningful birth family connections over time? In this episode, we talk with adoptive mom Annie Iverson about practical strategies for open adoption, including staying consistent when life gets busy, setting healthy boundaries, keeping your child's needs at the center, and adjusting openness as children grow. We also explore how connection with birth family can support an adoptee's identity and sense of belonging, plus ways parents can honor a child's birth family and story even when direct contact is limited or inconsistent. Resources:Cards That Connect - use discount code Family20Open Adoption: Perspectives from the Triad#1 Secret for Navigating Open AdoptionHow to Handle Open Adoption Even When the Birth Parent Chooses to Close ItSupport the showPlease leave us a rating or review.  This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them.Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content:Weekly podcastsWeekly articles/blog postsResource pages on all aspects of family building

Originally released in February 2016 , this classic episode of The Short Box (Ep. #122) features the world renowned Hip-hop artist and comic book enthusiast, the departed legend Paten Locke (RIP.

Send us Fan Mail"There's a lot of things in life that are easy to do but hard to do well, and we just want to focus on the things that we can do well."Tom and the team over at Interview Valet are only interested in amplifying the good messages - there is already enough darkness in the world. The mission since day one has been to introduce inspiring thought leaders to millions of people they could serve for the betterment of all. While they may start with getting these leaders on podcasts, it goes beyond just sitting down with someone and having a conversation. Tune in to episode 242 as Tom discusses developing a fully remote team of 22 people, breaks down how they are using AI to their advantage and much more!For more information about Interview Valet:Website: https://interviewvalet.com/d2b/Facebook: Interview ValetLinkedIn: Tom Schwab ; Interview ValetSupport the show

Linktree for Community Resourceshttps://linktr.ee/theplussidezJoin our free GLP-1 Community! www.CozyButter.com Book a 1 on 1 Session with Kim - Code PLUS10 to savehttps://calendly.com/theplussidez/kim______________________________________________________________________GLP-1 vs. Big Food: Is the Food Industry Trying to Outsmart the Medications?What role has the food industry played in obesity, and how are GLP-1 medications changing what companies put on grocery store shelves?Food scientist Liam Kincaid joins Kim and Bear to take us inside the science and psychology of food. They explore what makes certain foods easy to overeat, why novelty keeps us coming back, and whether sugar, preservatives, or any single ingredient deserves the blame.Liam also explains why the grams of protein on a label do not tell the whole story, how to identify higher-quality protein sources, and why adding protein does not automatically make something “GLP-1 friendly.”Plus, they discuss how GLP-1s can change cravings and food preferences, whether the food industry is trying to work around the medications' effects, and why fiber, savory flavors, and entirely new products may shape the future of food.This is an honest conversation about food, biology, access, and why people living with obesity deserve better than blame or another shiny label.Follow Liam:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/liam-kincaid-ba498022aTikTok https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP87VgedS/APOTHIKS Food Consulting https://www.apothiks.com _____________________________Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0HUIGKl3BN4Vg6LYI-dkOA/join_________________________________________________________________________#Mounjaro #MounjaroJourney #Ozempic #Semaglutide #tirzepatide  #GLP1 #Obesity #zepbound #wegovySend us Fan Mail!The Podcast Promo Ad Support the showKim Carlos, Executive Producer TikTokInstagram Kat Carter,  Producer TikTokInstagram 

Send us some Fan Mail? Yes please!They're back! Was it the Alien and the Amputee, or the Amputee and the Alien? Who even cares anymore? At least you know it'll be anything but sane or safe. Enjoy. Connect with Nick: His podcast, YouTube, & Twitter. Connect with Hermes: Instagram & Twitter Subscribe, rate us 5, come join in all the other fun we offer, but most of all we hope you enjoy! If you liked this, and want to hear more, give us a follow and let us know! Or maybe you just want to tell us how awful we are? Comments help the algorithm, and we love to see ‘em! And as always, don't kill the messenger. Whiskey Fund (help support our podcast habit!): PayPalOur Patreon & YouTube Support the show

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I'm talking about the famous “You complete me” line and explaining why it can be beautiful as a sentiment but damaging as a marriage blueprint. I show how owning our own happiness, stopping the quiet quit, and making small bids for connection can bring warmth back fast. • the difference between sharing a richer life and feeling incomplete without your partner • how “you complete me” turns into emotional outsourcing and resentment • a personal example of craving validation and learning self validation • why happiness is an inside job even in an interdependent marriage • the signs of quietly quitting a marriage and why “why bother” is a red flag • the third option between forcing change and giving up: showing up differently • “try again” versus “try harder” and how to go first without carrying everything If you feel like you might be quietly quiting in some aspect of your marriage and would like my help being more intentional, I created a 14-day simple challenge. Go to: https://monicatanner.com/hotter to check it out.If this conversation encouraged you, would you do me a favor and share it with someone you love? Send us Fan Mail

When addiction and betrayal impact a family, children often know more than parents realize. In this episode of the Faithful & True Podcast, Dr. Greg Miller and Alexis Greeves discuss how parents can talk honestly with their kids about recovery while sharing age-appropriate information. Discover why clarity, authenticity, and validating a child's experience can be an important part of healing for the entire family.#SexAddictionRecovery #BetrayalTrauma #FamilyHealing #Parenting #FaithfulAndTrueSend us Fan Mail

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Send us Fan Mail#397 - As we run, we runners learn so much and figure out the right way to do things that help our running. But in the process, sometimes we miss stuff that could work against us. There's a lot to remember and we're not perfect, so this is understandable. I forget many things, either because I'm in too much of a hurry or I get a little lazy. So, this week, I'm going over mistakes that we runners keep making and why we shouldn't! If you like, I can do a part two because I've already thought of a few things I need to switch up on my own running! Support the showMartha Runs the World websitehttps://www.buzzsprout.com/248027Email:martharunstheworld@gmail.comYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@martharunstheworldInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/martharunstheworld/#

A three-year-old develops abdominal pain, constipation, profound lethargy, and a sudden seizure after a family gathering. The crucial clue appears in an unexpected place—and points toward a mysterious Civil War artifact. Along the way, discover what movies get wrong about gunshot wounds and how one toxin may have influenced the Roman Empire.Send us Fan Mail

What if the pressure to hold everything together is one of the very things keeping you overwhelmed? In this Best Of episode, I'm revisiting a conversation about the exhausting pressure to get everything right, keep everyone happy, and make sure life turns out the way we think it should. We'll talk about the hidden beliefs behind our need for control, why our value isn't determined by how well we perform, and how to find peace even when you don't know what the outcome will be. Most importantly, we'll look at the freeing truth of Colossians 1:17: Jesus is the One who holds all things together. You were never meant to carry the weight of holding your family, your future, your relationships, or your entire life together on your own. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN [00:00] The Hidden Pressure Behind Trying to Hold It All Together [05:00] How the Need for Control Fuels Emotional Overwhelm [08:00] Jesus Is the One Who Holds All Things Together [11:00] When Doing Everything Right Still Doesn't Give You the Outcome You Want [14:00] Why Your Ability to Carry More Doesn't Determine Your Value [17:00] Finding Peace Without Knowing What Happens Next [20:00] What Actually Belongs to You—and What Belongs to God [23:00] Releasing the Pressure to Make Everything Perfect RESOURCES: Emotional Overwhelm Reset System  If overwhelm is keeping you stuck, the Emotional Overwhelm Reset System will teach you exactly what to do in those moments when your emotions feel too big to process. You'll learn a simple, repeatable framework to regulate overwhelm so you can respond with greater clarity, emotional confidence, and peace.  Learn more: AliciaMichelle.com/overwhelm  RELATED EPISODES: Ep 374: 5 Types of Emotional Overwhelm—Which Are You Experiencing? Ep 373: What Is Emotional Regulation (And Why It's More Than Calming Yourself Down)  Ep 372: Why Managing Overwhelm Is Where Emotional Healing Begins  Send us Fan Mail

In today's episode, W. Scott Olsen speaks with Jeroen Van Nieuvenhove, an award-winning Belgian-Icelandic photographer based in Reykjavík, known for his dramatic landscape, wildlife, aerial, and especially volcanic photography from Iceland and other remote regions.You can visit Jeroen's website here.Find out more and join FRAMES here.Send us Fan Mail

Sven opens up Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram Live to take questions on all aspects of relationships and much more. Please listen in! Explicit content.Send us Fan Mail

Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks!Parenting kids exposed to trauma is hard. Sometimes, it is very hard, but these families can thrive. In an interview with Creating a Family, Dr. Ross Greene, a Harvard Psychology professor, stressed that it was crucial for parents of children exposed to trauma to realize that kids want to do well, and if they are struggling, it is likely because they are lacking a specific skill needed to succeed.Resources:Helping Children Heal from TraumaPractical Guide to Parenting a Child Exposed to TraumaThe Explosive Child by Ross GreeneSupport the showPlease leave us a rating or review.  This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them.Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content:Weekly podcastsWeekly articles/blog postsResource pages on all aspects of family building

Send us Fan Mail"My goal is to help you create financial security by monetizing what you already know and do."What happens when life throws you a curveball and something you wanted since a teenager is no longer a reality for you?Bart never imagined losing out on his FBI dreams because of an eye surgery, but he knew he had to pivot one way or another. It all started with a trip to Japan where he began exporting trailers.From there, anything that crossed his path - he always thought to himself...how can I monetize this?Tune in to episode 241 as Bart recalls his leg amputation in 2024, explains how he uses AI to create music and much more!For more information about the Side Hustle Samurai:Website: https://thesidehustlesamurai.com/ ; https://ai.bartmerrell.com/blindspotFacebook: Bart MerrellLinkedIn: Bart MerrellSupport the show

Send us Fan Mail"Two Reunions, Zero Resolution" NEXT GEN S02E08, RHOA S17 REUNION PART 2, THE VALLEY S03 REUNION PART 2 Housemates! Subscribe to our Patreon and listen to our House of Stassi Recap! Noelle is back and we have opinions!  MENTION IT ALL Nathan and Gael, and Tracy Tudor is joining RHOBH! NEXT GEN S02 E08 BravoCon REAL HOUSEWIVES OF ATLANTA S17 REUNION PART 2 Our girl Cynthia Bailey made a bop!  THE VALLEY S03 REUNION PART 2 One more to go...  TIMESTAMPS: INTRO: 00:00:00 - 00:09:31MENTION IT ALL: 00:09:31 - 00:18:49NEXT GEN: 00:18:49 - 00:36:13RHOA: 00:36:13 - 00:50:17THE VALLEY: 00:50:17 - 01:11:21F*MARRYKILL: 01:11:21 - ENDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT! Want to use Buzzsprout for your ideas? Use our link!Make sure to follow us on:Instagram   |  Youtube  |  TiktokAnd keep an eye out on therealhousemates.nyc for fun updates! 

Sven continues his session with Skip and Everett, recapping what was discovered in their previous meeting. As Sven synthesizes how their experiences have shaped their lives and their feelings, the two men find hopeful new directions. Listen as Skip and Everett also learn from each other and provide even more support, as two strangers become friends. Explicit content.Send us Fan Mail

Is it possible we are missing the plans that God has for our lives? Are we wasting our time and potential, that God would otherwise have extraordinary plans for?The regulars continue this unofficial series, bringing together both scripture and anecdote, about utilizing the time and talent God has given us all.----------------------Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you've been searching for.Don't wait—get your copy today!Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us Fan Mail. Newest Midroll

Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks!Children in foster care can experience far more than a change in placement. They may lose caregivers, siblings, schools, routines, communities, caseworkers, therapists, and other trusted relationships—sometimes again and again. What does that repeated instability mean for a child's behavior, sense of safety, and ability to trust?In this episode, we talk with Rita Soronen, President and CEO of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, about the impact of foster care instability and what caregivers and child welfare professionals can do to create greater stability and connection. We explore why challenging behavior can be a form of communication, how foster and adoptive parents can build safety through predictable routines and promises kept, why children's voices must be included in permanency decisions, and how child-focused recruitment can help children find lasting families. The conversation also explores the Wendy's Wonderful Kids model and why understanding a child's relationships, history, culture, and needs can lead to stronger permanency outcomes.Support the showPlease leave us a rating or review.  This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them.Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content:Weekly podcastsWeekly articles/blog postsResource pages on all aspects of family building

What happens when two of the most expressive subcultures in pop culture collide? In Episode 509 of The Short Box, I sit down with Zach Norris—writer, comic shop manager at San Diego's Now or Never Comics, and the creator behind the Hip-Hop and Comics zine series C.R.E.A.M. (Comics Rule Everything Around Me). Zach breaks down his journey from writing for The Hundreds, the hidden links between 80s NYC graffiti culture, hardcore punk, and early comic art, Comic Book Easter Eggs and references in Hip-hop lyrics, the comic artists behind some of rap's most iconic album covers, and shares behind-the-scenes stories from San Diego Comic-Con and advice for indie creators looking to get their self-published work onto comic shop shelves. Watch the uncut video version of this episode: HERETry COVRPRICE for one month for $1 : HERELINKS: Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HEREThe Schiller Kessler GroupClick here to text us Fan Mail!Proudly sponsored by Gotham City LimitDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT AND FOLLOW FOR MORE

Join a Paid Support Group -  Coupon Code PLUS30Book It Here *This episode discusses eating disorders, disordered eating, substance use, body image, and other sensitive topics. Please take care of yourself while listening.In Part 2 of Kat's conversation with Nanette Adams, MEd, LPC, LMHC, they have a candid discussion about eating disorders, substance use, and obesity care from both a professional and lived-experience perspective.Nanette is a therapist specializing in obesity and eating disorders, an obesity advocate, and a person living with obesity who has experienced both bariatric surgery and GLP-1 treatment herself. Together, she and Kat explore how our relationships with food, movement, our bodies and other coping behaviors can change throughout obesity treatment, and why eating disorders can be particularly difficult to recognize when weight loss is being celebrated.You'll leave with a better understanding of how eating disorders and substance use can intersect with obesity treatment, why they can be missed in higher-weight bodies, and when you or someone you love may need additional support.Connect with Nanette:Weighted Wisdoms: https://weightedwisdoms.comSubstack: https://weightedwisdoms.substack.comInstagram: @nanetteadamslpcTikTok: @weightedwisdomsFacebook: Weighted WisdomsSupport & ResourcesIf you or someone you love is struggling with an eating disorder, disordered eating, substance use or mental health, support is available.National Alliance for Eating DisordersTherapist-staffed helpline: 866-662-1235Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–7 p.m. ETFind treatment and eating disorder support:https://www.findedhelp.com/https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/SAMHSA National Helpline1-800-662-HELP (4357)Free, confidential treatment referral and information, available 24/7.https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/helplineshttps://findtreatment.gov/If you are in crisis: Call or text 988 for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. If you are experiencing a medical emergency or are in immediate danger, call 911.Send us Fan Mail!Support the showKim Carlos, Executive Producer TikTokInstagram Kat Carter,  Producer TikTokInstagram 

This week I share the fastest way I can tell whether a couple will make progress, and it has little to do with how messy the problems look. I break down the E.V.A framework, three ingredients that turn stuck fights into real intimacy: empathy, vulnerability, and accountability. • how repeating arguments form a painful loop of pursuit and shutdown • why “communicate better” advice fails without the right emotional foundation • what empathy actually sounds like and why it is not agreement • how to find the softer truth under anger, sarcasm, and criticism • why “underneath complaints are always requests” changes everything • how accountability ends defensiveness and scorekeeping • three self-check questions to review your last argument • a simple weekly challenge: pick one E.V.A skill and practice it If this conversation encouraged you, would you do me a favor and share it with someone you love? Your spouse, a friend, or another couple who could use a little hope today.Send us Fan Mail

Is anger always something we need to control—or could it actually be pointing us toward healing?Faithful and True's own Greg and Beth Miller, director of the men's and women's workshop, explore the idea of clean anger: learning to recognize anger as a meaningful emotion, understand what's underneath it, and express it without blame, shame, or harm. Discover how curiosity, ownership, and healthy expression can turn anger into an opportunity for healing and growth.Send us Fan Mail

Send us Fan Mail#396 - A while ago I published an episode about some of the most dangerous trails in the US, so I thought it would be fun to introduce some of the most dangerous trails in the world. Of course, these aren't all of them and I do plan on doing another episode, featuring but trails in the US and all over that I wasn't able to include. Each trail is over 3 miles long or part of a longer trail and none are mountaineering trails where you would have use climbing skills. Even if you never plan on running, hiking or backpacking any of these trails, it's still fun to think about them, I think so anyway. So, start daydreaming! Support the showMartha Runs the World websitehttps://www.buzzsprout.com/248027Email:martharunstheworld@gmail.comYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@martharunstheworldInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/martharunstheworld/#

We've all done it--minimizing or numbing our emotions after a painful experience. Today's guest Willow Weston invites us to consider asking this question instead: What if the pain I'm trying to avoid is actually pointing me toward the healing God wants to bring?  Willow and I share honestly talk about how unprocessed pain can come out sideways through anxiety, anger, relationship struggles, avoidance, and other patterns, and what it looks like to finally name what you're carrying and invite God into those tender places. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN [00:00] Why We Learn to Avoid Pain Instead of Process It [04:00] How the Way We Were Taught to Handle Pain Follows Us [11:00] Recognizing When Unprocessed Pain Is Coming Out Sideways [14:00] Letting God and Safe People Into Your Pain [19:00] Why Healing Sometimes Requires Us to Risk Hope [24:00] Why We Can't Ignore the "Small" Hurts [28:00] Moving Past the Shame of Still Struggling [37:00] Two Questions to Help You Take Your Next Step Toward Healing RESOURCES: Collide: Running Into Healing When Life Hands You Hurt by Willow Weston RELATED EPISODES: Ep 374: 5 Types of Emotional Overwhelm—Which Are You Experiencing? Ep 370: Learning to Tend Your Soul: Befriending the Hidden Parts of Your Heart with Dr. Alison Cook Ep 365: God Reveals So He Can Heal (And It's Time to Step Into That Healing) Send us Fan Mail

send us a text via Fan Mail!A downloadable pdf of "Ways to Interior Silence"  is linked on  this page: https://edithsteinspeaks.substack.com/p/daily-and-yearly-livingNovalis.ca (Canada only) Rediscoveringrest.ca (Canada, US) hannahchartier.substack.comedithsteinspeaks.substack.comContactOn Instagram at @make.joy.normal By email at makejoynormal@gmail.comSearch podcast episodes by topic www.bonnielandry.caShop my recommended resourcesThanks for listening to Make Joy Normal Podcast! 

Right as they're written in live on social media, Sven takes questions and provides badass wisdom and guidance to his many followers. Please listen in to this recorded session! Explicit content.Send us Fan Mail

Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks!Bedtime can be especially challenging for children who have experienced trauma, loss, or disrupted attachment—and even harder when parents disagree about how to respond. In this episode of Weekend Wisdom from Creating a Family, we share practical ways to approach bedtime as a team, divide the parenting load more fairly, support your child's need for connection and regulation, and protect your relationship from exhaustion and resentment.Resources:When Parenting Feels Uneven: Helping Your Partner Step InSleep Issues in Adopted, Foster, and Kinship ChildrenFocus on Father Involvement and Co-parenting: Why It MattersSupport the showPlease leave us a rating or review.  This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them.Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content:Weekly podcastsWeekly articles/blog postsResource pages on all aspects of family building

“The culture isn't just a sidecar to the credit union motorcycle. It has to be the fuel that runs what we do.” — Deonne Christensen Welcome to episode 239 of The CUInsight Experience podcast with your hosts, Randy Smith, co-founder of CUInsight, and Jill Nowacki, co-founder, president and CEO of Zealyst.This episode is sponsored by Trellance. Trellance is a leading technology partner for credit unions, delivering innovative technology solutions to help credit unions achieve more. With a comprehensive suite of analytics, cloud and talent solutions, the Trellance team ensures credit unions increase efficiency, manage risk, and improve member experience. Learn more here!In this 2026 season, Jill and I will have conversations centered around leadership, credit unions, and living our best lives. We will have some of the most respected leaders from around credit unions who we are grateful to call friends join us in the discussion from time to time too.For this episode, we are so excited to bring Deonne Christensen to the show! Deonne is  the President and CEO of Mazuma Credit Union, and she joins us to discuss what it means to be energized and why it matters. We explore what it really takes to create a workplace where people feel connected, supported, challenged, and excited to contribute, and Deonne shares how Mazuma's culture evolved from a well-intentioned but sometimes awkward collection of ideas into something much more sincere and woven into the way the organization operates.We talk about why culture requires more than pizza parties, perks, or carefully crafted slogans, with Deonne explaining the importance of building the infrastructure that allows culture to thrive, giving teams ownership of it, and learning to recognize when an organization's attempts at creating energy are actually missing the mark. She shares some wonderfully candid stories along the way—including mandatory member high-fives, branch dance parties, and a particularly memorable chocolate-fountain-filled commercial!The three of us also explore the connection between culture and purpose, including Mazuma's emphasis on helping employees identify their own purpose and understand how it connects to the organization. Deonne talks about belonging, particularly for people who don't fit the stereotypical image of an energetic or outgoing workplace culture, and why healthy cultures need both positivity and accountability.Deonne also reflects on her own evolution as a leader and the realization that being kind and caring doesn't mean sacrificing effectiveness, and we discuss how leaders can care deeply about their people while still holding them accountable. Deonne offers some practical advice for anyone who feels that their career has become too closely tied to titles or positions, encouraging listeners to separate their identities from the corporate ladder and reconnect with their own purpose.This is truly a conversation about culture, purpose, belonging, leadership, burnout, humor and the energy we create for the people around us, and we hope that you enjoy our conversation with Deonne Christensen!Connect with Deonne:Deonne Christensen, President and CEO of Mazuma Credit Unionmazuma.org Deonne: LinkedInMazuma Credit Union: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTokSubscribe on: Apple Podcasts and SpotifyBooks mentioned on The CUInsight Experience podcast: Book ListShow notes from this episode:Sponsor: TrellanceShout-out: MazumansFilm mentioned: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate FactoryShout-out: Chick-fil-aCharacter mentioned: Michael ScottTV series mentioned: The OfficeShout-out: Deonne's four teenagersShout-out: CUES SymposiumShout-out: ClaudeShout-out: ZoomShout-out: Mazuma's Chief Risk OfficerShout-out: Mazuma's Chief Information OfficerPrevious guests mentioned in this episode: George Hofheimer (#33); Kelly Botti (#238)In This Episode: [2:02] - Deonne believes that a strong culture requires leadership investment, infrastructure, and space for people to take ownership.[4:49] - Early culture efforts can easily miss the mark when they don't reflect employees' and members' real experiences.[6:10] - Deonne asserts that culture should fuel meaningful work without creating forced or disconnected experiences for employees and members.[9:07] - Hear how Deonne's employees have refined the culture by integrating its values naturally into their everyday work.[10:43] - Personal purpose helps employees align their work with something deeper than just compensation or status.[13:08] - Deonne and Jill discuss how work is a type of a relationship.[15:31] - Hear how a healthy culture makes everyone feel they belong and can contribute, regardless of personality type.[18:05] - Deonne reflects on how, after years of leadership effort, employees eventually took ownership of the culture before pandemic fatigue dimmed its spark.[19:48] - Rebuilding culture requires addressing struggles directly rather than allowing conflict or burnout to go unresolve[22:19] - Jill and Deonne talk about how core values define how teams handle conflict, accountability, and challenges while supporting a healthy workplace culture.[25:24] - Deonne argues that effective leadership combines kindness and empathy with accountability and high expectations.[28:14] - A strong workplace balances caring for individuals with serving a purpose larger than themselves.[31:27] - Sharing cultural leadership empowers teams while allowing leaders to recharge and maintain energy.[34:39] - Hear how, even though she loves people, Deonne is an introvert and sometimes needs time to recharge her social battery.[36:26] - Deonne advises how discovering personal purpose can free people from defining success through titles, positions, or advancement.[38:52] - Deonne offers an example of how embracing humor can make stressful work more manageable and memorable.Send us Fan Mail

Send us Fan Mail"The Past Is Present and Pissed" NEXT GEN S02E07, RHOA S17 REUNION PART 1, THE VALLEY S03 REUNION PART 1Housemates! Subscribe to our Patreon and listen to our House of Stassi Recap! Noelle is back and we have opinions! MENTION IT ALLRIP Scheana's cat, and let's talk about Andy. NEXT GEN S02E07On the way to Bravo ConREAL HOUSEWIVES OF ATLANTA S17 REUNION PART 1THIS is a housewives reunion! THE VALLEY S03 REUNION PART 1Everyone is so smushed! TIMESTAMPS:INTRO: 00:00:00 - 00:06:11MENTION IT ALL: 00:06:11 - 00:15:25NEXT GEN: 00:15:25 - 00:37:47RHOA: 00:37:47 - 00:50:25THE VALLEY: 00:50:25 - 01:18:00F*MARRYKILL: 01:18:00 - ENDSUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON FOR EXCLUSIVE CONTENT! Want to use Buzzsprout for your ideas? Use our link!Make sure to follow us on:Instagram   |  Youtube  |  TiktokAnd keep an eye out on therealhousemates.nyc for fun updates! 

In today's episode, W. Scott Olsen speaks with Tine Poppe, a Norwegian fine-art photographer known for her expressive use of flowers and the natural world to explore beauty, fragility, and mortality, while also addressing broader social, political, existential, and environmental concerns.You can visit Tine's website here.Find out more and join FRAMES here.Send us Fan Mail

Sven counsels two different men, Skip and Everett, who feel heartbroken, worthless, and worse. Everett fears he may be causing his children to feel the same way. Skip, molested at a very young age, has felt suicidal but is determined to embrace a new sense of renewal. Both men believe Sven can help, and he goes to work. Explicit content.Send us Fan Mail

What is minimalism, from a spiritual perspective? How does growth as a Christian depend on our ability to let go of things? Ben speaks to author and speaker T.K. Coleman about loosening our grip on the things around us, learning what Jesus expects of us in terms of following him, and how to be a minimalist in the way that ultimately matters. Check out T.K.'s book Emotional Clutter HERE----------------------Ben has completely revised and updated his powerful book, Jesus in the Secular World: Reaching a Culture in Crisis—a must-read guide for anyone longing to reach those who may never step foot in a church. Packed with real-world insights and practical strategies, this book could be the breakthrough you've been searching for.Don't wait—get your copy today!Click HERE to check it out on Amazon.For more information, go to: jesusinthesecularworld.com------------------------Questions, comments, or feedback? We'd love to hear what you think! Send them to provokeandinspire@steiger.org, or send us a message on Instagram.Click HERE to receive news, thought-provoking articles, and stories directly in your inbox from Ben, David, Luke, and Chad!Click below to follow the regulars on Instagram!Ben PierceDavid PierceChad JohnsonLuke GreenwoodSend us Fan MailSend us Fan Mail. Newest Midroll

Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks!How can play help children heal, regulate big emotions, and strengthen attachment? We talk with Georgie Wisen-Vincent about ways that adoptive, foster, and kinship caregivers can use playfulness to build connection, support emotional growth, and help children impacted by trauma thrive. She is a nationally recognized play therapy expert, co-author of the new book , The Way of Play, and the Founder/Director of The PlayStrong Institute.In this episode, we explore why play is essential to children's emotional development, how trauma, loss, neglect, and disrupted attachment can affect a child's ability to play, and what caregivers can learn from the stories and behaviors that show up during play. Georgie also shares practical ways to use playful connection to build trust, respond to big feelings, and strengthen attachment—even when a child resists play or a caregiver doesn't naturally consider themselves playful.Resources:The PlayStrong InstituteThe Way of Play: Using Little Moments of Big Connection to Raise Calm and Confident Kids How Do I Handle All These Big Feelings & Big Behaviors?The IDEAL Response: How to Maintain Connection When Correcting Your ChildSupport the showPlease leave us a rating or review.  This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them.Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content:Weekly podcastsWeekly articles/blog postsResource pages on all aspects of family building

This week on The Short Box, we're bringing you an exclusive SDCC 2026 interview with Patrick Horvath, the mastermind behind IDW's breakout horror hit Beneath The Trees Where Nobody Sees and its sequel Rite of Spring! Patrick unpacks the delicate balance between 1980s/90s small-town nostalgia and visceral, upsetting horror. We also talk about the character dynamics, the strong fan reception to Samantha Strong, how graphic design and lettering elevate the storytelling, why horror fans and non-horror readers alike are falling in love with this series, and what the future holds for the residents of Woodbrook in the upcoming Halloween Special!Watch the uncut video version of this episode: HERETry COVRPRICE for one month for $1 : HERELINKS: Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HEREThe Schiller Kessler GroupClick here to text us Fan Mail! Presented by CovrPriceProudly sponsored by Gotham City LimitDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT AND FOLLOW FOR MORE

Send us Fan Mail"I wanted to approach health differently. I was more interested in not only just longevity and living longer, but living better for as many of those years as possible."We hear it all the time: Health is wealth. There is so much out there to learn and choose from, that taking care of the body can be easier said than done. Companies want to make money, and not everyone is doing it the honest way. Carl experienced this frustration and confusion firsthand and decided to pivot into the health and wellness space to tackle things head on. Nature City is a collaboration between Carl and his wife, Beth with a true focus on healthy aging. Tune in to episode 240 as Carl breaks down the importance of scientifically studied ingredients, reveals their top selling product and much more!For more information about Nature City:Website: naturecity.comInstagram: @naturecityusFacebook: NatureCityYouTube: @naturecitysupplementsSupport the show

Send us Fan Mail"Why do I keep ending up in the same relationship?"In this episode of Alison Answers, Alison explores why we can keep repeating the same dating and relationship patterns, even when the names and faces change.This conversation is not about blame. It is about awareness.Alison breaks down how identity, emotional programming, and familiar feelings can shape who we choose, what we tolerate, and why certain relationship patterns keep showing up again and again.If you've ever wondered why you keep attracting the same kind of person, why healthy love can feel unfamiliar, or why you find yourself people-pleasing, over-explaining, rescuing, chasing, or settling, this episode will help you look at the pattern with more honesty and compassion.Because the deeper question is not always, “Why does this keep happening to me?”Sometimes it is, “What version of me keeps choosing this?”In this episode, you'll learn how to recognize repeated relationship patterns, understand what your behavior may be pointing to, and begin asking the questions that help you choose from a healthier version of yourself.Watch or listen to the full episode of Alison Answers now.In this episode:00:00 Why do I keep ending up in the same relationship?02:28 Identity, pattern recognition, and emotional programming05:51 Looking at the pattern instead of just the person07:18 The feelings you keep repeating in relationships10:23 Why familiar does not always mean healthy16:05 When calm feels boring and chaos feels like love21:14 How identity shapes what you tolerate24:41 Why awareness is only the first step27:24 Who do I need to become to choose differently?33:08 Questions to ask yourself about love and identity36:13 Taking responsibility for your relationshipsConnect with Alison:Instagram: @alisonanswers | @lagercounselingWebsite: LagerCounseling.comYouTube: Alison AnswersFacebook: Alison Lager Lcsw CasacPurchase Alison's book: “The Wake Up Call”Alison Answers Facebook Group: Join HEREWomen of Excellence FB group: Join HERE⚠️ Crisis Resources:Lager Counseling ServicesCall: 516-221-2123Text: (914) 363-0381Wantagh: 3408 Park Ave. Wantagh, NY 11793988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (24/7, free, confidential)Call or text 988 | Visit 988lifeline.org

I'm kicking off Season 6 by turning Instagram comments and real marriage questions into deeper conversations about what actually builds a strong relationship. I'm sharing what Ben and I have learned about disagreement, repair, fun, trust, and why an extraordinary marriage doesn't require perfection. • the Season 6 format shift from reels to long-form depth • why “You complete me” can create unhealthy expectations • how to disagree without destroying safety • patterns I see in coaching like resentment disguised as sex issues • choosing accountability and curiosity over fixing your spouse • bringing back flirting, play, attraction and sex • facing betrayal, broken trust, loneliness and emotional shutdown with real skills If this conversation encouraged you, would you do me a favor and share it with someone you love? Your spouse, a friend, or another couple who could use a little love today. Send us Fan Mail