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    Focus on the Family Broadcast
    An Olympic Champion's Journey to Real Life and Meaning (Part 1 of 2)

    Focus on the Family Broadcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 26:55


    Scott Hamilton is an Olympic gold medal figure skater and former national television commentator. His compelling story begins with being adopted and overcoming physical illness as a child to compete in skating, followed by cancer and multiple brain tumors. Reaching the pinnacle of his sport couldn’t fill the hole in Scott’s heart. Not until he found his identity in Christ did he arrive at true peace and joy. He’ll share about his lifelong journey of overcoming as he inspires others with the Gospel. Receive the book Finish First and the audio download of the broadcast "An Olympic Champion’s Journey to Real Life and Meaning" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

    Straight White American Jesus
    James Dobson, Jeffrey Epstein, and the Theology of Abuse

    Straight White American Jesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 40:50


    In this episode of Straight White American, Jesus, we dig into the disturbing revelation that James Dobson's name appears among the Epstein files. :Why would Epstein recommend a James Dobson article to a young woman he was grooming—and what does that reveal about Dobson's theology of family, gender, authority, and forgiveness. Drawing on the work of DL Mayfield and others, the episode unpacks how Dobson's advice reframes abuse, minimizes male responsibility, and shifts moral and emotional labor onto women—precisely the kind of framework that predators find useful. From there, the conversation moves beyond the email itself to a larger, under explored connection: Dobson's influence in post-Soviet Russia and how American evangelical “family values” helped shape the ideological foundations of Putin-era authoritarianism. Tracing Dobson's reach through Focus on the Family, the World Congress of Families, and Russian Orthodox moral politics, the episode shows how a shared logic of patriarchy, control, and unquestionable authority links Dobson, Epstein, and Putin—not through coordination, but through a common worldview. The through line is power without accountability, and the devastating consequences of theological and political systems that teach people—especially women and children—that their bodies are not their own. Subscribe for $3.65 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 1000+ episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/StraightWhiteJC Donate to SWAJ: https://axismundi.supercast.com/donations/new American Caesar: Now Available for Pre-Order HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast
    Run to Love, Run from Porn

    Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 14:36


    The culture tells us that porn isn't a big deal. But the truth is, it's catastrophic to a relationship. Erin and Greg Smalley share why porn is bad for a marriage. Also, Jim Daly talks with Jerry Jenkins about how to protect your marriage from pornography. He also recounts how he fell in love with his wife. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Hedges for your donation of any amount! Hope Restored Healing My Life and marriage After an Eating Disorder Contact our Counseling Team The Hedges Challenge Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

    The Patriotically Correct Radio Show with Stew Peters | #PCRadio
    Epstein's Elite Jerky Feast: Jewish Power Brokers Devoured Kids and Covered It Up

    The Patriotically Correct Radio Show with Stew Peters | #PCRadio

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 131:56


    Tonight on The Stew Peters Show, Jeff Berwick joins me to expose how Bill Gates, Epstein, and their demonic cabal plotted pandemics since 2011 for trillion-dollar profits, laundered billions through the Gates Foundation, obsessed over gene-editing Africans while testing deadly jabs on black kids, and engineered COVID as a global blood sacrifice ritual. Joining me tonight is E. Michael Jones to blow the lid off the Zionist Super Bowl psyop that's erasing the Epstein files proving our leaders are kid-eating pedophiles dragging us into nuclear war for Israel against Iran, ready to wipe out our troops. Epstein's alive, still eating child jerky in hiding. Files prove PizzaGate, Zorro Ranch kid farms, human jerky shipments, and acid baths—this cannibal network runs bolder than ever.

    My Unsung Hero
    Barbara Alvarez's Story

    My Unsung Hero

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 4:43


    Two months before their daughter started college, Barbara's husband unexpectedly died. On the day Barbara moved her daughter into her dorm, she was hit hard by the realization that she was a single parent. But an unsung hero stepped in and made sure the move-in was seamless. Do you have your own story of an unsung hero? We'd love to hear it! Record a voice memo and email it to us at myunsunghero@hiddenbrain.org. Some guidance:--Focus on ONE moment that you will never forget. --Make sure you're in a quiet, non-echoey room.--Speak conversationally, like you're talking to a friend.--Let us know why this person continues to impact your life.--If your hero were standing in front of you today, what would you say? Address them directly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    Love + Relationships with Debra Fileta
    Dealing with Wounds of Friendship Betrayal

    Love + Relationships with Debra Fileta

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 25:46


    Will called in to Talk To Me about his journey through deep betrayal by his best friend – someone he never imagined would hurt him. How do you walk through this kind of betrayal, when you've been completely blindsided? Today, we talk through his story of pain and friendship betrayal, and the number one thing that helped him move into healing: forgiveness. Forgiveness is an important people skill, because it untethers you from the pain that others have caused you – so that you can be free to move forward and not stay stuck. We talk through how to do that, and why it's necessary in this important episode of Talk To Me! Dig deeper by preordering my new book People Skills anywhere books are sold.  The Debra Fileta Counselors Network: Book a counseling session at the Debra Fileta Counselors Network and get started on your healing journey from the inside out TODAY! DEBRA FILETA is a Licensed Professional Counselor, national speaker, and founder of the Debra Fileta Counselors Network. She is the bestselling author of eight books including Choosing Marriage, Are You Really OK?, RESET, and Soul Care. Debra is the host of the popular podcast and nationally syndicated radio show Talk To Me where she facilitates on-air authentic counseling-style sessions with notable pastors and leaders. You may also recognize her voice from her appearances on national television and radio, including Better Together, The Kirk Cameron Show, Focus on the Family, The 700 Club, and many others. She reaches millions of people each year with the message of mental, emotional, and relational health. Connect with her on Instagram or at DebraFileta.com.

    Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast
    You the Parent, Will be There

    Focus on the Family Parenting Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 12:36


    You, the parent, are the most important spiritual influence in your child's life. Danny opens up about how he and Heather brought different strengths to their children's spiritual development. Also, Jim Daly talks to Tim Shoemaker on how a mom and dad can share responsibilities as you teach them about God. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book The Very Best, Hands-On, Kinda Dangerous Family Devotions, Volume 1: 52 Activities Your Kids Will Never Forget for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Surprise Your Kids with Unforgettable Faith Lessons Family Reading of Scripture Studying the Bible as a Family Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Parenting Podcast, please give us your feedback.

    She Believed She Could Podcast
    How to Build What Doesn't Exist Yet: Lessons from a Serial Entrepreneur

    She Believed She Could Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 22:38


    When you have a big vision but zero “formal” experience in the space, do you move forward anyway? In this powerful episode of She Believed She Could Podcast, host Allison Walsh sits down with serial entrepreneur Rebecca Matchett to talk about how she has repeatedly built successful companies by trusting her instincts, solving real problems, and building the right team around her.From co-founding iconic fashion brand Alice + Olivia, to reinventing women's sizing with TrioFit, to now launching Synchrony, an AI guided social app designed specifically for neurodivergent adults, Rebecca's journey is a masterclass in mission driven entrepreneurship. She shares how she moved from fashion to tech, why she believes lack of “traditional” experience can actually be an advantage, and what it really takes to bring a vision to life in a totally new industry.You will hear a candid conversation about trusting others with your ideas, navigating app development as a non technical founder, handling missteps as learning experiences, and staying anchored in your why when the path ahead feels unclear. If you have a mission on your heart but feel intimidated by everything you do not know yet, this episode will encourage you to take the next right step.In this episode, you will learn:How Rebecca went from co founding Alice + Olivia to building tech and AI enabled solutionsThe story behind Synchrony and how it supports neurodivergent adults who struggle with isolation and lonelinessWhy not having prior experience in an industry can help you see fresh solutions and gaps in the marketPractical ways to move through perfectionism and analysis paralysis so you can actually launchHow to build a trustworthy team around your vision and navigate the risk of outsourcing developmentWhy mission, focus, and taking one small step at a time matter more than a perfect long term planWhat confidence really means when the outcome is not guaranteed Connect with Rebecca:LinkedIn: @joinsynchronyWebsite: joinsynchrony.com 

    Parenting After Trauma with Robyn Gobbel
    EP 252: Nurturing Your Window of Tolerance as a Parent with a History of Trauma Part 3 of 6

    Parenting After Trauma with Robyn Gobbel

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 44:51


    We have a few spots remaining in the professional, retreat style workshop Presence in Practice in Durango, CO March 5-7, 2026. Head to RobynGobbel.com/Durango for details and registration Check out RobynGobbel.com/Trainings for the professional trainings scheduled around the US in 2026. Get access to over 25+ free resources in our brand, new Free Resource Hub! RobynGobbel.com/FreeResourceHub :::Grab a copy of USA Today Best Selling book Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors robyngobbel.com/bookJoin us in The Club for more support! robyngobbel.com/TheClubSign up on the waiting list for the 2027 Cohorts of the Baffling Behavior Training Institute's Immersion Program for Professionals robyngobbel.com/ImmersionFollow Me On:FacebookInstagram Over on my website you can find:Webinar and eBook on Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior (FREE)eBook on The Brilliance of Attachment (FREE)LOTS & LOTS of FREE ResourcesOngoing support, connection, and co-regulation for struggling parents: The ClubYear-Long Immersive & Holistic Training Program for Parenting Professionals: The Baffling Behavior Training Institute's (BBTI) Professional Immersion Program (formerly Being With)

    Focus on the Family Broadcast
    Guiding Your Preteen Daughter to Find Her Identity in Christ

    Focus on the Family Broadcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 27:38


    Middle school can be tough. Kids face bullying, first crushes, and the pressure to have the right clothes or the latest tech—all while trying to figure out who they are. Dr. Heather Holleman steps into the world of teen girls to help you better understand what your daughter is experiencing. She also offers practical tools to help your daughter build a strong, confident identity rooted in Christ. Receive The Elita Brown Series 3-book bundle – including This Seat’s Saved (Book #1), The Disappearing Seat (Book #2), and The Elite Seat (Book #3) – plus an audio download of "Guiding Your Preteen Daughter to Find Her Identity in Christ" for your donation of any amount! Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

    BardsFM
    Ep4002_BardsFM Morning - The War of Perception To Separate You From God

    BardsFM

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 71:13


    We are in a war for truth. How you see the world is either rooted in Faith and Christ, or shaped by the perceptions controlled by the elites. They show you what they want you to see. They shape stories to distract you from the moves and changes they know would provoke anger and rage. They promote things to appease your desires and hopes, but always with an agenda that benefits them. We are called to be in this world but not of this world. That means walking the Way of Christ. It means listening to the wisdom of Holy Spirit. It means discerning in a time when evil is raging and fighting to over come your mind. Focus on God.  #BardsFM_Morning #EpsteinFiles #Truth Bards Nation Health Store: www.bardsnationhealth.com EnviroKlenz Air Purification, promo code BARDS to save 10%: www.enviroklenz.com EMPShield protect your vehicles and home. Promo code BARDS: Click here MYPillow promo code: BARDS >> Go to https://www.mypillow.com/bards and use the promo code BARDS or... Call 1-800-975-2939.  White Oak Pastures Grassfed Meats, Get $20 off any order $150 or more. Promo Code BARDS: www.whiteoakpastures.com/BARDS BardsFM CAP, Celebrating 50 Million Downloads: https://ambitiousfaith.net Morning Intro Music Provided by Brian Kahanek: www.briankahanek.com Windblown Media 20% Discount with promo code BARDS: windblownmedia.com Founders Bible 20% discount code: BARDS >>> TheFoundersBible.com Mission Darkness Faraday Bags and RF Shielding. Promo code BARDS: Click here EMF Solutions to keep your home safe: https://www.emfsol.com/?aff=bards Treadlite Broadforks...best garden tool EVER. Promo code BARDS: TreadliteBroadforks.com No Knot Today Natural Skin Products: NoKnotToday.com Health, Nutrition and Detox Consulting: HealthIsLocal.com Destination Real Food Book on Amazon: click here Images In Bloom Soaps and Things: ImagesInBloom.com Angeline Design: AngelineDesign.com DONATE: Click here Mailing Address: Xpedition Cafe, LLC Attn. Scott Kesterson 591 E Central Ave, #740 Sutherlin, OR  97479

    The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk
    674: PJ Fleck - Building Elite Culture, Nekton Mindset, Selecting >Recruiting, Intrinsic Motivation, Row The Boat, and Transformational Coaching

    The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 62:22


    Go to www.LearningLeader.com This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. www.InsightGlobal.com/LearningLeader My guest: PJ Fleck is the head football coach at the University of Minnesota. Before that, he transformed Western Michigan from one win to 13 wins and a Cotton Bowl appearance. Before his coaching days, PJ was a stud receiver at Northern Illinois and was a guy I played against in college. Coach Fleck has built one of college football's most distinctive culture-driven programs. You'll hear why he maintains an 80-20 split favoring high school recruiting over the transfer portal, how he runs practice with a 32-second clock to make it harder than games, and why he sees himself as a cultural driver rather than a motivational coach. This is a conversation recorded with all of our coaches inside "The Arena." That is our mastermind group for coaches in all sports. And it did not disappoint. Notes: Stop recruiting, start selecting. PJ doesn't chase the highest-rated players... He looks for fit and alignment with his values. Ask yourself: Are you trying to convince people to join your team, or are you selecting people who already want what you're building? Efficiency beats duration. PJ runs 95-minute practices with a 32-second play clock, always moving, always intense. The principle: Make practice harder than the game. Where in your work are you confusing time spent with intensity and focus? Internal drive trumps external motivation. PJ calls his ideal players "Nektons," always attacking, never satisfied. He's looking for people who prove their worth to themselves, not to others. If you need constant external motivation, you're not ready for elite teams. A leader must teach and demand. A team member must prepare and perform. These aren't opposing forces—they're two sides of the same commitment to excellence. My junior year at Ohio University. I was the quarterback of the Ohio football team. We lost to No. 17 Northern Illinois 30-23 in overtime on a Saturday night. P.J. Fleck caught the game-tying 15-yard touchdown pass late in the fourth quarter. PJ finished with 14 catches for 235 yards and a touchdown. (I threw a 30-yard TD pass to Anthony Hackett to put us up a TD right before halftime). Let your team see you played. They do"Guess that Gopher" before team meetings, where players guess which coach's highlights they're watching. Give them a peek behind the curtain. It builds credibility and connection. PJ honors his mentor, Jim Tressel, by wearing a tie while coaching. Who are you honoring through your daily practices? Keep your door open. PJ has no secretary. Players can walk into his office at any moment. Create fluidity between you and your team. Transparency after tragedy is a choice. When PJ's son died from a heart condition, he had two options: never talk about it again, or let it shape him. He chose radical transparency, knowing it would get scrutinized. That's where "Row the Boat" comes from. A losing season reveals what you actually need. After going 1-11 at Western Michigan while also getting divorced, PJ says every coach should experience a losing season. It forces you to identify what you actually need versus what you don't need. Choose what scares you. When deciding on Minnesota, Heather asked him, "Does this scare you?" He said, "Hell yeah, it scares me." His response: "Well then, that's where we're going." Life versus living. Living is the salary and contract. Life is about moments and memory. If you can't stay in the moment and reflect on great moments or hard moments, life will be like mashed potatoes to you. Your expectations should match your resources. The gap between expectations and resources is called frustration. The bigger the gap, the more frustration from everyone around you. Maintain an 80/20 model if you can. 80% high school players, 20% transfer portal. PJ has one of the highest retention rates in the country because of selection and fit, not recruiting. "It's not about the money until it's about the money." The kids' PJ gets value for other things before the money talk. They enjoy the experience of being a college athlete. PJ leads with "I'm really difficult to play for." PJ's opening line to recruits. He asks for a lot. This makes people who are lazy, complacent, or fraudulent run like hell. "This is going to expose me." Start with good people, not good players. Out of 500 kids, who are the best 25 young men? PJ doesn't get five stars. He gets two and three stars who believe they can be five stars. A chip versus a crack on your shoulder. Once you do something the media says you couldn't do, they'll set a new bar. All PJ wants is kids who want to prove to themselves that they can do what people say they couldn't. You don't need PJ's personality. You need the internal drive to be the best version of yourself. That's what he's selecting for. "I'm not a motivational coach. I'm a cultural driver." PJ picks their "how." He picks their journey. If someone needs constant motivation, they're not ready. Peel back the Instagram filter. Everything you see on social media is filtered. You have to dig deeper with this generation to find out who they really are. Hire former players back. PJ's staff has more former players who played for him than ever before. They cut their teeth in the building. In this transactional era, former players help you stay transformational. The HYPRR System. This is PJ's hyperculture framework he created after going 1-11: H (How): The people. Nektons who always attack. How you do one thing is how you do everything. Consistency matters. Y (Yours): Your vision. It's YOUR life, not anyone else's vision. Players are the builders. Don't tell me you want an extravagant home and then hire bad builders. P (Process): The work. The who, what, when, where, and why. Anyone should be able to ask those questions at any point. R (Result): Focus on the HYP. It's not the officials' fault. It's not the other team's fault. R (Response): How will you respond to the result? Don't believe the hype. Everything about hype is before the result happens. Focus on How, Yours, and Process instead. Someone will take what you were taught was horrible and create a business model. PJ uses Uber and Airbnb as examples. We were taught "stranger danger" as kids. Now we get in cars with strangers while drunk and sleep in their homes. The right people plugged into crazy visions can change everything. Define success as peace of mind. That's how PJ's program defines success. Not wins and losses. Train body language. "Big chest" means standing up straight. Players are not allowed to put their hands on their knees or their heads. If you can't hold yourself up, trainers need to check on you. Teach response, not reaction. You can have emotions, but train to not be emotional. The real world wants to see you react. Train to respond properly in every situation. Your words have power. PJ's players know the definitions of 150 words that will help them for the rest of their lives. Give substance to the filters. That's your job as an educator. Cut all the fat off practice. PJ was from the era of 3.5-hour practices. He has ADD and needs to move. He got bored as a player, so he vowed to run practice differently. Run a 32-second play clock constantly. Every 32 seconds, you run a play. You are always under the two-minute warning in practice. This trains your team to operate under pressure. Never practice longer than 95 minutes. It's one thing to watch as a recruit. It's another to experience it as a player. Kids puke during dynamic warmup in the first week because it's that intense. Make practice harder than the game. The game will eventually slow down for your players if practice is legitimately harder. Nektons flow through water currents without being affected. Don't let circumstances dictate behavior. Train this mindset daily. The biggest jump in sports is from high school to college. 17-year-olds playing against 24-year-olds. It's not just talent. It's experience, development, strength, and confidence all at once. Never let any environment be too big for your coaches. Train your staff to be comfortable in all situations, not just your players. Always be learning outside your field. PJ attends leadership seminars with SEALs and Green Berets. At one dinner, a retired military officer who looked like Sean Connery scanned the room quietly, then said: "I'm taking in all the good in the room. I'm also coming up with a plan to kill every one of you, in case I need to." He never came back to the table because he got called to active duty and left for Afghanistan. Always be ready. That's what makes you special. Watch to learn. PJ watched "Landman" and took notes on how to run the next team meeting. His wife hates that he can never relax. Find teaching and education in everything you do. When you stop, you stop growing. Get better at celebrating. PJ has a great bourbon and champagne collection. He celebrates more than he ever has. Balance the intensity with moments of joy. Make transformational programs real. Gopher for Life program. Monthly educational courses. Monthly date nights where players bring their dates and learn dinner etiquette. Monthly racial education class. Weekly coach development on Thursdays, where coaches speak on any topic to advance their careers. Don't let important things stop when the news cycle moves on. COVID and racism got put in the same bracket. When COVID stopped, racism education stopped everywhere. Not at Minnesota. Keep going. Bring back the fun. After wins, players can't wait to pick the design for the next team shirt. PJ gives them five options, and they get into it. People are losing the fun connection that made elementary school great. A coach's job is to teach and demand. A player's job is to prepare and perform. If you're a coach, you better be teaching things: life, sport, relationships. Elite teams are led by players. Your job is to get as many elite people to the front of the bus as possible. More Learning #226 - Steve Wojciechowski: How to Win Every Day #281 - George Raveling: Wisdom from MLK Jr to Michael Jordan #637 - Tom Ryan: Chosen Suffering: Become Elite in Life & Leadership  

    Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy
    Kids Are "Greater Than" Adult Desires: The Greater Than Campaign and Celebrating Kids

    Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 20:45


    In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch unpack why Celebrate Kids has joined the "Greater Than Campaign," a broad coalition led by organizations like Them Before Us, Focus on the Family, and the Colson Center, all centered on one conviction: children's needs come before adult desires. Rather than framing the conversation as political or reactionary, Wayne and Dr. Kathy explain why this issue is fundamentally about children's wellbeing, identity, and long-term flourishing. Drawing from Scripture, research, and lived experience, they clarify that supporting children does not require hostility toward others, but it does require moral clarity and courage. The episode addresses one of the hardest tensions parents and Christians face today: how to affirm the dignity of every person while still advocating for what Scripture and evidence consistently show is best for kids, being raised, whenever possible, by a committed mother and father. Dr. Kathy emphasizes that this is not about attacking anyone's identity, but about being for children in a culture that increasingly asks them to absorb adult choices and consequences. Wayne and Dr. Kathy also speak honestly about the cost of silence. When Christians withdraw from difficult conversations, children are left without advocates. Drawing on Jesus' words in Matthew 19, the episode reframes this moment as one in which believers are called not to win arguments, but to steward the vulnerable, placing kids where Jesus placed them: at the center. This conversation offers parents the language, confidence, and steadiness to navigate these discussions with neighbors, friends, and even their own children. It reminds listeners that hard teachings are still loving teachings, and that standing for kids, even when misunderstood, is one of the clearest ways to reflect Christ in a confusing world. Listeners are encouraged to explore the Greater Than campaign through the show notes and prayerfully consider how they might support efforts that put children first.

    Grain Markets and Other Stuff
    Trump AGAIN Fights High Beef Prices - Is He Really Fighting the US Cattle Producer??

    Grain Markets and Other Stuff

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 14:57


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    ReFOCUS with Jim Daly
    Fair Play: Jennifer Sey on Resilience and Protecting Women's Sports

    ReFOCUS with Jim Daly

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 61:51


    February is National Girls & Women in Sports Month. Jennifer Sey was an elite U.S. gymnast in the mid-1980s, later becoming a prominent corporate leader at Levi's and the founder of her own apparel brand, XX-XY. She shares how these experiences shaped her commitment to support and protect girl's and women's sports, as she and Jim discuss the impact of trans-ideology on having fair competition. They explore the intense pressures and physical demands of gymnastics, highlighting the culture of abuse and the toll it took on Jennifer’s mental and physical health, which ultimately contributed to her decision to leave the sport just before the Olympic trials. Jennifer emphasizes resilience, the importance of self-advocacy, and the challenges of navigating a changing cultural landscape while maintaining integrity and supporting female athletes. The world is shifting. Truth is under attack. Truth Rising, a new documentary from Focus on the Family and the Colson Center, reveals the crisis shaking faith, identity, and morality. But we can make a difference when we stand in God’s truth. Join the movement—watch now! Here are some key resources – from Focus on the Family and the Daily Citizen – to help parents understand sexual identity confusion; explain to children God’s good design for male and female – and how this is distorted by transgender dogma; and raise children who embrace their God-given masculinity or femininity. 19-year-old Chloe Cole shares about the devastating effects of gender transitioning on children, her personal regrets of transitioning as a young teen, and the peace found by trusting in God's perfect design. Focus on the Family's staff of licensed, professional counselors can help you bring healing and restoration to your family with Christian perspectives you can trust. Buy your copy of Jim Daly’s book, ReFOCUS! He shares how believers can engage others in the culture with the love of Christ and reveal the heart of God. SUPPORT REFOCUS! GIVE HERE! Send your feedback or questions to Jim in the Contact Form.

    Build Your Network
    CO-HOST | Make Money: Agree or Disagree with Famous Quotes

    Build Your Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 26:57


    Travis Chappell teams up with his longtime friend and collaborator Eric for a fun, unfiltered episode of the Travis Makes Money podcast. Eric reads provocative quotes from thinkers like Naval Ravikant and Benjamin Franklin, challenging Travis to agree or disagree with context from his own life and business journey. Packed with laughs, banter, and real talk on fame, education, saving vs. earning, and designing your own life path.​ On this episode we talk about: Travis's massive nicotine stash and why he has a year's supply in his desk drawer​ How close friendships lead to knowing each other's stories too well (door-to-door sales, anyone?)​ Agree/disagree: "Life is a single player game" – owning your path without overvaluing others' opinions​ Agree/disagree: "You want to be rich and anonymous, not poor and famous" – podcast micro-fame vs. nightmare celebrity​ Agree/disagree: "The overeducated are worse off than the undereducated" – why street smarts often beat degrees​ Roasting Ben Franklin's "A penny saved is a penny earned" – earn more, don't obsess over coupons​ Top 3 Takeaways You're the main character in your own "single player game" – question inherited paths and design a life that fulfills you, not others' expectations.​ Aim for "rich and anonymous" over fame; meaningful connections with a niche audience build sustainable businesses without public life hassles.​ Focus on earning more money rather than extreme frugality – redirect "coupon-clipping" energy into income generation for real freedom.​ Notable Quotes "You're the only person that has to wake up every day and be you."​ "Spend that free time figuring out a way to make extra money and you don't have to worry about where you fill up."​ "Would you rather be right or would you rather be successful?"​ Connect with Travis: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell​ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/travischappell​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell​ Website: https://www.travischappell.com ​ Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency. Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform. Get an extended free trial at http://gohighlevel.com/travis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Land Podcast - The Pursuit of Land Ownership and Investing
    #206 - They Bought A Farm In Iowa Farm Before Owning A House with Mark and Karissa Foster

    The Land Podcast - The Pursuit of Land Ownership and Investing

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 78:22


    Welcome to the land podcast, a platform for people looking to educate themselves in the world of land ownership, land investing, staying up to date with current land trends in the Midwest, and hearing from industry experts and professionals. On today's episode, we are back in the studio talking with Mark and Karissa Foster. We discuss: Buying land first reshapes every financial decision after Frugality mattered more than income level Focus beat timing — even in rising markets Habitat obsession drove every choice Nonresidents can manage land conservatively Leaving crops for deer can outweigh short-term income Age structure mattered more than antler size Moving became inevitable once land ownership expanded Iowa isn't what it was in 2010 — but pockets still exist Lifestyle fulfillment beat pure investment logic And so much more! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Pre-Approved to Purchase a farm with Buck Land Funding ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.whitetailmasteracademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use code '⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HOFER' to save 10% off at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theprairiefarm.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Massive potential tax savings: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ASMLABS.Net⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Moultrie: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/moultrie_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Hawke Optics: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/hawkeoptics_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -OnX: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/onX_Hunt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Painted Arrow: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/PaintedArrow

    Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
    Homeschooling: What to Do When You're Ready but Clueless

    Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 15:09 Transcription Available


    Thinking about homeschooling… but secretly terrified you’ll get it wrong? If you’re standing at the edge of homeschooling wondering What am I actually supposed to do all day?—this episode is for you. Justin and Kylie unpack what homeschooling really looks like once you ditch the school-at-home mindset and start building something that actually works for your child (and your sanity). This isn’t about rigid schedules or perfect plans. It’s about slowing down, tuning in, and creating learning that fits real kids and real families. KEY POINTS Why copying school at home almost always backfires The freedom (and relief) that comes from flexible structure The four principles that made homeschooling sustainable for their family Why community matters more than curriculum How knowing your why gets you through the hard days QUOTE OF THE EPISODE “Homeschooling isn’t about doing school at home. It’s about creating learning that actually fits your child.” RESOURCES MENTIONED HappyFamilies.com.au Submitting a Tricky Question: podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS Start slower than you think you need to Focus on connection before curriculum Find (or build) a homeschooling community early Let go of the idea that it has to look like school Revisit your why on the hard days—it matters more than your planSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Real Things Living
    Systems Over Hustle with Yousef Benhamida

    Real Things Living

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 26:12


    "I don't think I had a choice—this is just how my river runs."In this episode of Real Things Living, host Brigitte Cutshall talks with Yousef Benhamida, the systems-driven entrepreneur behind the national brand Humboldt's Secret. Yousef shares his journey from childhood "hustles" to bootstrapping a national empire. He explains why he values a "clean house" and organized systems over raw hustle, and how a relentless refusal to lose drives his success.3 Takeaways:(1) Focus on Not Losing: Yusuf views his habits as a way to avoid the pain of loss rather than following a formal "discipline".(2) Scale through Systems: To grow, you must eliminate chaos by organizing every file and warehouse process so the business can "fly".(3) Be Ready for the "Draft": Success comes from years of preparation so you are positioned to perform when the big opportunity arrives.Connect with Yusuf Benhamida - https://yousefbenhamida.com/Humboldt's Secret Supplies - https://humboldtssecretsupplies.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yousefbenhamida/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/yousefbenhamida/

    Grace in Focus
    What Is the Difference in Having Eternal Life and Believing That Jesus Exists?

    Grace in Focus

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 13:50


    Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Ken Yates are answering a question about the saving message's content. What is the object or the focus of believing for eternal life? What is the difference in believing for eternal life and believing that Jesus exists as God? Please listen to this and

    Health & Fitness Redefined
    Quitting A Six-Figure Job To Build A Life You Actually Want

    Health & Fitness Redefined

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 31:26 Transcription Available


    Send us a textWhat happens when a “lifer” job meets a restless mind and a real shot at purpose? We sit down with John friend, accountability partner, and newly minted real estate pro to trace the unglamorous path from corporate security to building a business with skin in the game. No highlight reels here: you'll hear about the fear that almost won, the detours that created unfair advantages, and the moments where debt and deadlines forced a higher gear.John opens up about the comfort and dread of a well-paid role at a defense contractor, the chance encounter that made time feel dangerously fast, and the years it took to finally jump. We dig into why motivation fails and why disciplined action—tiny, consistent, sometimes uncomfortable steps stacks into confidence. You'll hear how a construction apprenticeship with his father-in-law turned into a secret weapon for buyers and sellers: reading floor plans, spotting oil leaks, estimating fixes, and translating stress into options. That hands-on knowledge set him apart in a crowded real estate field.Then we talk commitment. Two weeks into his new path, John took out a 0% APR line and poured nearly ten thousand dollars into Facebook and Zillow ads before he had a single closing. Smart or reckless? You decide—but the urgency was real. We compare notes on burning the boats, redirecting early wins back into growth, and saying no to “wait until” thinking. Focus becomes the hinge: one path, relentless reps, and a lifestyle that swaps passive leisure for energizing work—open houses over outings, private showings over pointless distractions.We close on purpose and legacy. Anthony argues that purpose is the only reliable engine of happiness and urges reverse-engineering from the end you want. John centers the present: living fully now and becoming a story his kids are proud to tell. If you're hovering at the edge of your own jump, this conversation gives you a clear map: act before you feel ready, pick one thing, fund it like you mean it, turn detours into edges, and keep your purpose close enough to power today's work.If this resonated, follow, share with a friend who needs the push, and leave a quick review to help others find the show. What leap are you taking next?Support the showLearn More at: www.Redefine-Fitness.com

    ASMR Sleep & Relax Meditation
    2 Hours Listening to Rain Drumming on a Quiet Tent at Night

    ASMR Sleep & Relax Meditation

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 120:01 Transcription Available


    Settle into deep rest with two hours of steady rain falling on a camping tent. The soft patter of droplets on fabric creates a calm and cozy soundscape that feels safe and warm. This gentle rain sound is ideal for sleeping, studying, meditation, or quiet focus. Let the natural rhythm of nighttime rain wash away stress, block distractions, and help your mind slow down. Perfect for fans of rain sounds, tent rain ambience, camping at night, and peaceful white noise for relaxation and concentration.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/asmr-rain-recordings--5347561/support.Lose the AD intros by becoming a subscriber!https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/asmr-rain-recordings--5347561/support

    On the Schmooze Podcast: Leadership | Strategic Networking | Relationship Building
    HUB 491: AUTHOR PANEL - Carol Enneking and Janice Litvin

    On the Schmooze Podcast: Leadership | Strategic Networking | Relationship Building

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 49:53


    When you sit down to write, it's tempting to aim for perfection right out of the gate. But the truth is, your first draft isn't meant to be flawless—it's meant to exist. The real transformation happens later, in the rewriting and refining. Allowing yourself to write imperfectly opens the door to discovery. It's through revising, reshaping, and rethinking that your message gains clarity and power. Every rewrite deepens your understanding of your story—and every messy moment moves you closer to the book you're meant to create. I can introduce you to Biz Book Pub Hub Partners, who can help you overcome writing challenges. Check out our curated directory, free virtual networking events, and more at www.BizBookPubHub.com.  Now, let's meet our panelists: Carol Enneking wrote “The Rebalancing Act: Wisdom from Working Women For Success that Matters,” a guide to redefining success on your terms, blending career ambition with wellbeing. Through candid stories and field‑tested strategies, it helps you set boundaries, navigate change, and pursue what actually matters. Janice Litvin wrote “Banish Burnout Toolkit” which offers a step‑by‑step, science‑backed program to spot stress triggers and build sustainable habits. With practical exercises and workplace scripts, it helps you prevent burnout before it starts and sustain your energy over time.  Please join me in welcoming Carol and Janice.  In this episode, we discuss the following:

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    The Magic Spark
    EP 141 : Weekly Astrology & Wellness Forecast for February 9th - 15th

    The Magic Spark

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 56:56


    This episode walks you through this week's astrology + practical and magical tactics to help you harness and navigate the energetics February 9th - 15th, 2026. This week is definitely more. Venus goes for a swim, Mercury gets shady, and Saturn, officially shifts into Aries. Saturn's move is the one to watch. In general grounding is still our focus. Confusion ramps up, but so does the desire to create self-discipline around progress. Mo(o)nday, February 9th: We have significant shifts this week. Continue to focus on care of you so you can care for you and yours. We continue the long game that is 2025 - 2026. More of the energetics that are so major from 2025 take hold in 2026, this week and next. General reminder: The Year of the Snake (2025 energy) is still in play until next week Lunar New Year, February 17th - on the first eclipse of the season. This is when the Fire Horse energy officially begins. Until then, we are shedding, listening, evaluation, releasing, squirming to transform and let go. Don't look away, do not disassociate, escape, or look away. These are defining moments personally, and collectively. We are called to get radically honest about what bad behavior we have let slide and what we really, really, really want..from the depth of our soul....and to then take action towards said thing(s). We still have no personal planets in Earth. My loves, the issue of general stability is real. We will not have support from the astrology on this until March 30th (when Venus moves into Taurus) and May 2nd (When Mercury moves into Taurus). Grounding is everything this year. Mat, meditation, prayer, time alone, root veggies, nourishing food, decrease in caffeine, lifting heavy things, weighted blankets, hugs, slathered in vetiver and honey, conversations with safe community. All of your tools need to be at the ready and you'll need to stick to basics. This is one of those times when motivation will not serve. It's going to be self-discipline and adulting and understanding the long game. We have equal placements in Fire, Air, and Water and this is a nice harmony....again...in theory...without Earth it still feels chaotic, mutable, and in general unstable....because it is...and if we focus on harnessing all the mutability...we can create incredible outcomes because of it, not in spite. We are in transition. As an individual and as a collective. Focus on what you want. Participate at a pace and in ways you can. All is helpful, just please do not tap out completely. Boundaries, limits, expectations, and hopes continue to sharpen. This week as Saturn moves into Aries for the first time since 1999 we gain focus on self-discipline, ambition, responsibility, and self assertion. And although Saturn doesn't do so well in Pisces (where it's been since 2023), it's considered to be in its fall in Aries. I don't prescribe to binaries and try to stay away from it. In astrology nothing is good or bad...but there can be ease or challenges and this is definitely a challenge. It sets a fire under our collective asses. It has us all focusing on what is best for us as an individual (more equity) but we can see how that can create conflict and challenge if everyone individually is focused on personal centering, yes? To harmonize this, we must embrace intersectionality. Freedom for one, is freedom for none. Justice for one is justice for none. We rise together. We thrive together. Our practices are genuinely meant for this. When we calm and center ourselves, we can earnestly do the same for the collective and the future. Tiny and mighty. It still matters. It always matters. This transit takes us to task in a really good way. We will start stepping up in ways we have not before. Go with it. Embrace it. It's a 3 year process. On top of all of this, we're in the eclipse portal. We just need to be aware of how big all the energetics are right now. On top of no Earth in the chart, a shift from one of our major planets (Saturn) the Universe says it's time for buckets full of energy/magic to be dumped on us as it hits the reset button of astrology (power off/power on) in eclipse season. This eclipse portal begins now, essentially, and closes March 13th. This is the period of time we will be uttering "Plot twist! " "That was not on my bingo card for 2026" or "I did not see that coming." PLEASE REMEMBER these things can be incredible gifts, happy surprises, opportunities, and blessings! It is truly wild times with incredible potential and wonderful Easter eggs tucked in them. Stay curious about what your soul really wants, and stay focused and committed to what you want. Where attention goes, energy flows. Tuesday, February 10th: Day 1 of Supportive Solutions - You'll need a wall space for this workout. I know it can be a tricky prop to require, but again I'm a super fan of this no cost support that can also create resistance. Simple is best and always works. Venus in Pisces. This is a regular transition. Venus continues to move her way through the chart house by house. She stays in a sign an average of 4 weeks at a time. Venus loves to be here! We are here for this romantic, poetic, creative, backstroke through our fantasies and realities. Embrace this. Fuel this. Spend extra time with Aphrodite in this period of time (till March 6th) to expand, grow, and protect all the good things in our lives (friendships, networks, communities, partners....overall connections). They both want our desires to become a reality. This is one of the major Easter eggs of 2026. Wednesday, February 11th: Listen to The Magic Spark. Thursday, February 12th: Connect in The Unicorn Wellness Studio private member group. Friday, February 13th: It's Goddess Day! Time to ask: What does my inner goddess need in order to remember she is sacred, divine, and designed to receive? Today is actual Goddess Day - a Friday on the 13th. This is not bad luck, this is a historical celebration of the female divine, in its origin terms, in honor of the 13 moon cycles, our personal 13 moon cycles. It's truly an anti-patriarchal day. Reclaim it. Celebrate. Embrace creative life force, it's unlimited hope and potential to forever recreate, birth, make new, and begin again. However it calls to you, spend time at your altar, spend time with your vessel/body. Remind yourself of the potential YOU are and can generate and participate in. -Mercury Retroshade begins. We know the drill: ▪️Mercury stations retrograde 3xs a year ▪️The slow down prior to stationing Rx is called the pre-shadow or as I call it Retroshade. ▪️The actual Rx is lighter than the pre or post shadow. ▪️This week and next (Retroshade) is the brochure of the lesson/blessing we are to work with in this cycle. ▪️We will revisit this opportunity again in the Rx (February 26th - March 19th) and post shadow (March 20th - April 3rd). This Retrograde isn't great. I cannot sugar coat it. Mercury is not the best swimmer. Things get mucky, confused, poetic, and sound really great but could just be pretty words and empty promises. It could, at its best, offer feeling to heal things, honest words, the get raw and hit soul truths but will take effort after retrograde to bring to actual fruition. Triple check communications, travel, and finances. As clarifying questions. If you think you should check on something, DO. We will thrive and survive, but know this one isn't set up for ease. Check what house Pisces is in in your natal chart. This is where your themes and focus will be. This is great energy for making and creating. Focus on that. Craft, write, sing, dance, garden, cook....this is the way through. Saturn moves into Aries. Please see Monday. But here's the repeat: Saturn moves into Aries for the first time since 1999. We gain focus on self-discipline, ambition, responsibility, and self assertion. And although Saturn doesn't do so well in Pisces (where it's been since 2023), it's considered to be in its fall in Aries. I don't prescribe to binaries and try to stay away from it in the astrology...nothing is good or bad...but there can be ease or challenges and this is definitely a challenge. It sets a fire under our collective asses. It has us all focusing on what is best for us as an individual (more equity) but we can see how that can create conflict and challenge if everyone individually is focused on personal centering, yes? To harmonize this, we must embrace intersectionality. Freedom for one, is freedom for none. Justice for one is justice for none. We rise together. We thrive together. Our practices are genuinely meant for this. When we calm and center ourselves, we can earnestly do the same for the collective and the future. Tiny and mighty. It still matters. It always matters. This transit takes us to task in a really good way. We will start stepping up in ways we have not before. Go with it. Embrace it. It's a 3 year process. This is one of the major shifts we experienced a toe dip into in 2025 but takes root now, in 2026. Neptune and Saturn are travel partners these days. Delusion, dreams, and what it takes to bring outcomes to fruition is the lesson they are trying to teach the collective. Day 1 of Core Solutions - You'll need a set of yoga blocks for this workout. It's extra core focused and you'll be better supported with a cork set of blocks for stability and resistance. Saturday, February 14th: First day of New Moon Energy. We begin the down turn of energy today. But this is no regular new moon we're headed towards on the 17th. We're in the eclipse portal and the energy may have gotten weirder already, as early as Monday or Tuesday. This is a new moon so it's all about clearing the schedule for restoration, rejuvenation, rest, and meditation. Things will shift. Let them. Whatever is leaving, going, releasing....let it. Welcome in the new, emotional intelligence upgrade. Use your monthly meditation (it's a 3rd eye cleanse), work with any of the Energy Healings; Frequency or Goddesses in your UWS member library. Now is the time for recalibration and healings. Sunday, February 15th: Your weekly mantra. I surrender to the pivot. I embrace the plot twist. I keep my heart and mind focused on what I want, wish, and desire. I allow the upgrades, the reveals, the resets, and the fresh timelines. Our wildest dreams are still possible. We hold the vision. Additional Resources: Explore Mentoring Lite for the Spring/Summer session. We begin March 20th. Schedule an Exploration Call for Mentoring Lite February 28th - March 6th. UnicornWellnessStudio.com Offering 30-min Pilates based workouts in alignment to the astrological season and lunar cycles. Activate 30-day guest access at UnicornWellnessStudio.com Subscribe to Tandy's weekly newsletter Follow and DM on Instagram @tandy_gutierrez Additional episodes you might enjoy: EP 103: 2025 Year of the Snake: A Journey into the Heart of Lilith EP 140: Lilithian Language: Creating Boundaries and Bridges in a Single Breath.

    Fitness + Technology
    FitnessKPI Webinar: Strategies For Implementing Data Solutions For Gym Chains With Pablo Viñaspre

    Fitness + Technology

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 41:59


    In this episode of the Fitness + Technology Podcast, host Bryan O'Rourke shares his recent webinar, "Strategies For Implementing Data Solutions For Gym Chains," presented alongside Pablo Viñaspre, Founder and CEO of FitnessKPI. This in-depth session examines proven strategies for successfully implementing data solutions across multi-site gym operations. Bryan and Pablo discuss how operators can adopt and scale analytics to improve member retention, enhance pricing strategies, and uncover new revenue opportunities. Designed for multi-site executives and industry leaders, this conversation provides practical, actionable guidance to help transform data into consistent, measurable business performance. One Powerful Quote: 15:58: "Focus beats sophistication always."  4-10 Bullet Points (w/ timestamps) - Highlighting key topics discussed: 3:04: Bryan opens the discussion by reframing data as a business decision challenge — not a technology project but an operating model transformation. 10:20: Bryan and Pablo address the paradox of "more data," highlighting common implementation pitfalls, governance challenges, and the tendency to focus on reporting errors instead of driving action. 15:33: Bryan and Pablo discuss the importance of focusing on the key drivers that materially impact outcomes. 22:01: Bryan and Pablo speak on finding the balance between company-wide consistency and local autonomy with avoiding over-governance that slows execution. 27:12: Pablo outlines a realistic game plan for data implementation that prioritizes action and measurable results. 34:21: Pablo shares his three core takeaways: addressing technology limitations, maintaining focus, and committing to action. 36:45: Bryan closes with his perspective on the future of data implementation and forward-thinking leadership within the fitness industry. Bullet List of Resources: https://fitness-kpi.com/ Guest Contact Information: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pabloviñaspre/ https://x.com/PabloVinaspre https://www.bryankorourke.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryankorourke/ http://www.fittechcouncil.org/ https://www.youtube.com/user/bko61163

    The afikra Podcast
    The Science of Teaching: Addressing the Global Education Crisis | ⁠Dr Asyia Kazmi

    The afikra Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 48:31


    We delve into the stark realities of learning inequality, the crucial role of the science of teaching, and the transformative power of education, even in the face of conflict. Dr. Asyia Kazmi, CEO of WISE (World Innovation Summit for Education), an organization that is part of the Qatar Foundation, helps us explore the challenges and solutions in global education. As a former math teacher, Dr. Kazmi offers specific, evidence-based strategies for improving learning outcomes — including the concept of structured pedagogy — and discusses the nuances of AI and education, urging caution and the need for region-specific, full-stack solutions. Dr. Kazmi emphasizes that improving learning (not just access to schooling) must be the primary goal for policy. She confronts the notion that poverty is an insurmountable barrier to educational success, asserting that educators have a deep responsibility to provide a pathway out of poverty for low-income students. The conversation also delves into the unique challenges of the Arab world, highlighting the 60% learning poverty rate in our region. This episode was produced in collaboration with Qatar Foundation.Find out more about WISE

    ASMR Sleep Recordings
    2 Hours of Rain on the Window

    ASMR Sleep Recordings

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 120:01


    Welcome to a new episode of ASMR Sleep Recordings. In this episode, you will hear the rain on the window. Improve your health and happiness.The sound you hear in this episode creates a calm atmosphere and at the same time blocks out disturbing noises. This will help you de-stress, unwind, and rest. Enjoy two hours of relaxing sounds to help you relax, focus, study and fall asleep.About ASMR Sleep Recordings:The purpose of ASMR Sleep Recording is to help you sleep and concentrate better. This particular episode lasts two hours and has no ads in the middle, so you won't be woken up or disturbed while focusing or relaxing. When you listen to ASMR Sleep Recordings, you can lock your phone, so you won't get any bothersome stimuli from notifications and other sounds from your phone. You can switch between apps while studying or working without pausing the ambient sound.About our sounds:Water creates a natural white noise. Infused with the relaxing quality of nature and the sound-masking properties of white noise, listening to running water is an ideal way to turn off all the stressful things life brings, and to de-stress. Some of our most popular sounds include a river, flowing creek, babbling brook, gentle waves on a lake, and a bamboo fountain. Rain also creates a natural white noise. Infused with the relaxing quality of nature and the sound-masking properties of white noise, listening to rain is an ideal way to switch off all the stressful things life brings and to de-stress. Some of our most popular sounds are rain on an umbrella, hailstorms, hard rain, soft rain, gentle rain, wind and rain, rain on a car.White noise helps babies and children to get a better and deeper night's sleep. This is because external sounds are masked by the noise. With white noise in the background, your child will not hear annoying cars driving by or dogs barking in bed. This allows your little one to sleep better. And it also saves you as a parent a lot of hours!Pink noise is more common in nature than you might expect. It can be compared to continuous rainfall or wind. In addition to white noise, pink noise is also increasing in popularity, especially in business environments. Because it can increase productivity, concentration and creativity.Brown noise can be compared to waves of the sea, a river current, strong winds or the sound of thunder during a storm. Like pink noise, brown noise is very similar to white noise. However, the frequencies have been lowered even further and a lot more concentrated. This gives it a rougher/coarse tone than pink noise. It sounds a bit deeper and a bit bass-like. The benefits of brown noise are the same as the other types of noise. It provides relaxation, increased focus and improved deep sleep.DISCLAIMER: Be aware that loud noises can damage your hearing. If you can't carry on a conversation without raising your voice while playing one of our spheres, the sound may be too loud for your ears. Do not place the speakers directly next to a baby's ears. If you have trouble hearing or ringing in your ears, stop listening to the white noise immediately and see an audiologist or your doctor. The sounds provided by ASMR Sleep Recordings are for entertainment purposes only and are not a treatment for sleep disorders or tinnitus. Consult your doctor if you regularly have severe sleeping problems, experience fitful/restless sleep or feel tired during the day.ASMR Sleep Recordings is the white noise and nature sounds podcast to help you sleep, study or soothe a baby. ASMR Sleep Recordings has uploaded more than 400+ episodes in the 4 years that the podcast has been online. You can listen to all episodes of the podcast on your favorite podcast platform. People use white noise for sleep, focus, sound masking or relaxation. This podcast has the sound for you, whether you're using white noise to study, to soothe a baby with cramps, to fall asleep, or to just enjoy a quiet moment. You don't need to buy a white noise machine if you can listen to these sounds for free.

    Optimal Living Daily
    3906: Four Lessons Motorcycles Taught Me About Focus by Michael Mehlberg on Mental Presence

    Optimal Living Daily

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 10:35


    Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3906: Michael Mehlberg shares how riding a motorcycle transformed his understanding of focus, offering four practical lessons for staying present and intentional. His insights illustrate how focus isn't something to force, it's something to guide, protect, and practice, just like navigating the open road. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://michaelmehlberg.com/blog/2015/6/6/four-lessons-motorcycles-taught-me-about-focus Quotes to ponder: "Focus is not an object you can grasp. It's not an achievement in an app that, once held, is yours to keep." "Like our goals, the road stretches on as far as we can see but as shallow as we'd like to stop." "You simply cannot force a motorcycle to do what you want it to, whether moving or standing still. You have to guide it. You have to work with it." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Fire and Water Podcast Network
    Once Upon A Geek - What If (vol 1) #36 and What If (vol 2) #12

    The Fire and Water Podcast Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 106:33


    ONCE UPON A WHAT IF! M.A. Solko and The Irredeemable Shag find their joy discussing the Marvel comic series that explores the multiverse of cause-and-effect.. WHAT IF! We discuss Solko's history with the series, then we take a deep dive into two issues: What If (vol 1) #36 - “What if the Fantastic Four Had Not Gained Their Powers?” by John Byrne What If (vol 2) #12 - “What if the X-Men had Stayed in Asgard?” by Jim Valentino Finally, Shag covers YOUR listener feedback from the past few episodes! Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on the FIRE & WATER PODCAST website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/ouag35/ Follow M.A. Solko: The Pod Opaque: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePodOpaque Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/masolko.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masolko See Shag's social media posts related to this episode: Twitter: https://x.com/search?q=from%3Aonceuponageek%20%23OUAG35&src=typed_query&f=live Bluesky: https://bsky.app/search?q=OUAG35 This episode brought to you by InStockTrades: http://instocktrades.com Follow Once Upon a Geek: Subscribe via Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/once-upon-a-geek/id1615296641 Subscribe via other podcatchers: https://feeds.feedburner.com/onceuponageek Also available on Spotify, Amazon Music, and Audible Twitter/X: https://x.com/onceuponageek Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/onceuponageek.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onceuponageekpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onceuponageekpodcast/ This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK: Visit the Fire & Water website: https://fireandwaterpodcast.com Like our Fire & Water Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Follow Fire & Water on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fwpodcasts.bsky.social Follow Fire & Water on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fireandwaterpodcast/ Support The Fire & Water Podcast Network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts Life is short. Focus on the positive. Find Your Joy.

    Practical Positivity
    Episode 348: 3 things I'm letting go of in 2026

    Practical Positivity

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 20:53


    Today I'm sharing some things I'm letting go of before the new season arrives - and how releasing them is impacting my energy!   CONTACT SOPHIE: Coaching - Find out more Buy My Book - Choose Joy: Relieve Burnout, Focus on Your Happiness, and Infuse More Joy into Your Everyday Life Instagram - @sophiecliff Email - sophie@sophiecliff.com   

    No Bullsh!t Leadership
    Moment 159. Want to Outperform? Then Keep It Simple!

    No Bullsh!t Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 5:44


    You're constantly being asked to do more with less. But that only increases your likelihood of burnout!Instead, your goal should be to reduce your load by eliminating low-value work entirely, and concentrate solely on delivering value.A culture of Simplicity and Focus will enable your team to deliver the things that matter most, and ignore the noise of low-level distractions.If you want to take a deeper dive into how you can help your team to get greater traction, have a listen to Ep.67: Simplicity and Focus————————

    The Maximum Lawyer Podcast
    Why 90 Minutes of Focus Beats a 10-Hour Workday

    The Maximum Lawyer Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 26:56


    Watch the YouTube version of this episode HEREWhy does it feel like you're working all day… but nothing important actually gets done? In this episode of Maximum Lawyer Live, Tyson breaks down the real enemy of execution: engineered distraction. From social media and news cycles to emails, chats, and notifications, the modern workday is designed to fracture your attention. Tyson makes the case that focus isn't a personality trait or an ADHD problem—it's a systems problem. If your environment is noisy, your output will be mediocre, no matter how hard you try.Tyson exposes the hidden cost of distraction, including the fact that every task switch can cost over 23 minutes of lost focus. That's not inefficiency—that's sabotage. He shares practical, no-nonsense fixes: aggressive notification control, phone Focus modes, muting keywords and people, and intentionally designing your workspace so it supports deep work instead of constant interruption. As a law firm owner, your job isn't to respond faster—it's to think clearer and design better systems.The real takeaway is uncomfortable but freeing: most exhaustion doesn't come from work—it comes from mental noise. Tyson shows how to replace mindless consumption with intentional action, protect your best thinking, and focus on what actually compounds over time. With the right systems in place, as little as 90 minutes of uninterrupted deep work per day can outperform scattered 8–10 hour workdays. Less noise. Better decisions. Real progress.2:27 Task Switching and Deep Focus5:34 Engineering Your Own Distractions7:50 Optimizing Work Environment and Notifications9:40 Managing Social Media and Information Inputs12:31 The Psychological Impact of Negative News14:37 Quality of Thoughts and Algorithmic Influence17:50 Scheduling Focus and Task Lists18:44 Investing in Relationships and Time Blocking 20:37 Minimizing Distractions During Deep Work21:25 Stop Feeding What You Can't Affect26:13 Email Management and Weekly Goals 27:14 The Power of 90 Minutes of Deep WorkTune in to today's episode and checkout the full show notes here. 

    ASMR Sleep & Relax Meditation
    2 Hours of Calming Waterfall Flowing Through Nature

    ASMR Sleep & Relax Meditation

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 120:01 Transcription Available


    Unwind with two hours of a smooth and calming waterfall pouring gently into a peaceful natural setting. The continuous flow of water creates a deep and soothing sound that helps quiet the mind and relax the body. Ideal for sleep, studying, meditation, or focused work, this waterfall ambience masks distractions and supports deep concentration. Let the steady water sounds guide you into rest, clarity, and calm awareness.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/asmr-rain-recordings--5347561/support.Lose the AD intros by becoming a subscriber!https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/asmr-rain-recordings--5347561/support

    ASMR Sleep Recordings
    2 Hours of Rain on the Roof

    ASMR Sleep Recordings

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 120:01 Transcription Available


    Welcome to a new episode of ASMR Sleep Recordings. In this episode, you will hear the rain on the roof. Improve your health and happiness.The sound you hear in this episode creates a calm atmosphere and at the same time blocks out disturbing noises. This will help you de-stress, unwind, and rest. Enjoy two hours of relaxing sounds to help you relax, focus, study and fall asleep.About ASMR Sleep Recordings:The purpose of ASMR Sleep Recording is to help you sleep and concentrate better. This particular episode lasts two hours and has no ads in the middle, so you won't be woken up or disturbed while focusing or relaxing. When you listen to ASMR Sleep Recordings, you can lock your phone, so you won't get any bothersome stimuli from notifications and other sounds from your phone. You can switch between apps while studying or working without pausing the ambient sound.About our sounds:Water creates a natural white noise. Infused with the relaxing quality of nature and the sound-masking properties of white noise, listening to running water is an ideal way to turn off all the stressful things life brings, and to de-stress. Some of our most popular sounds include a river, flowing creek, babbling brook, gentle waves on a lake, and a bamboo fountain. Rain also creates a natural white noise. Infused with the relaxing quality of nature and the sound-masking properties of white noise, listening to rain is an ideal way to switch off all the stressful things life brings and to de-stress. Some of our most popular sounds are rain on an umbrella, hailstorms, hard rain, soft rain, gentle rain, wind and rain, rain on a car.White noise helps babies and children to get a better and deeper night's sleep. This is because external sounds are masked by the noise. With white noise in the background, your child will not hear annoying cars driving by or dogs barking in bed. This allows your little one to sleep better. And it also saves you as a parent a lot of hours!Pink noise is more common in nature than you might expect. It can be compared to continuous rainfall or wind. In addition to white noise, pink noise is also increasing in popularity, especially in business environments. Because it can increase productivity, concentration and creativity.Brown noise can be compared to waves of the sea, a river current, strong winds or the sound of thunder during a storm. Like pink noise, brown noise is very similar to white noise. However, the frequencies have been lowered even further and a lot more concentrated. This gives it a rougher/coarse tone than pink noise. It sounds a bit deeper and a bit bass-like. The benefits of brown noise are the same as the other types of noise. It provides relaxation, increased focus and improved deep sleep.DISCLAIMER: Be aware that loud noises can damage your hearing. If you can't carry on a conversation without raising your voice while playing one of our spheres, the sound may be too loud for your ears. Do not place the speakers directly next to a baby's ears. If you have trouble hearing or ringing in your ears, stop listening to the white noise immediately and see an audiologist or your doctor. The sounds provided by ASMR Sleep Recordings are for entertainment purposes only and are not a treatment for sleep disorders or tinnitus. Consult your doctor if you regularly have severe sleeping problems, experience fitful/restless sleep or feel tired during the day.ASMR Sleep Recordings is the white noise and nature sounds podcast to help you sleep, study or soothe a baby. ASMR Sleep Recordings has uploaded more than 400+ episodes in the 4 years that the podcast has been online. You can listen to all episodes of the podcast on your favorite podcast platform. People use white noise for sleep, focus, sound masking or relaxation. This podcast has the sound for you, whether you're using white noise to study, to soothe a baby with cramps, to fall asleep, or to just enjoy a quiet moment. You don't need to buy a white noise machine if you can listen to these sounds for free.

    Focus on the Family Broadcast
    Understanding Sexuality and Intimacy from a Christian Perspective (Part 2 of 2)

    Focus on the Family Broadcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 27:12


    Today’s society is full of sexual expression, gender confusion, and a general disregard about God’s design for sexuality. Dr. Juli Slattery describes how we can live our sexuality in holy and healthy ways by addressing sexual identity, contentment, and true intimacy. Receive the book Surrendered Sexuality and a free audio download of the broadcast "Understanding Sexuality and Intimacy from a Christian Perspective" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

    The Patriotically Correct Radio Show with Stew Peters | #PCRadio
    Turning Point Purge: Epstein Cover-Up Exposes Talmudic Traitors in Power!

    The Patriotically Correct Radio Show with Stew Peters | #PCRadio

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 144:20


    Gia Santos joins Stew to dismantle the myth of Trump's mass deportations. Over a year into his second term, less than 350,000 illegals deported in 2025—far from the promised 50 million. Instead, DHS, ICE, and Border Patrol, backed by Palantir, are building a facial recognition dystopia to track Americans. Jake GTV exposes Trump's sellout betrayal, buried Epstein child rape tapes, and the AI surveillance grid Talmudic perverts are forcing on Americans to destroy us while pushing Netanyahu's Iran war.

    Everyday AI Podcast – An AI and ChatGPT Podcast
    Ep 708: Inside the Society of Agents: Why AI Teamwork Beats Bigger Models

    Everyday AI Podcast – An AI and ChatGPT Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 32:55


    Africa Today
    'I tied my tubes to stay child-free'

    Africa Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 22:58


    The UNFPA has warned that world fertility rates are facing an 'unprecedented decline'. In its 2025 report, it said many people are having fewer children than they want, or none at all, because of factors like the cost of living and difficulties finding a suitable partner.At the same time, a growing number of people are actively choosing a child-free life, and more women are now opting for sterilisation procedures like tubal ligation. Focus on Africa podcast host, Nkechi Ogbonna, spoke to 29-year-old Naisula Sironka, from Kenya, who has chosen to be child-free and underwent tubal ligation in 2024.Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna Producers: Fana Negash and Carolyne Kiambo Technical Producer: David Nzau Senior Producer: Priya Sippy Editors: Samuel Murunga and Maryam Abdalla

    The Pond Digger Podcast
    S2-E14: Doing the Right Thing, is Always The Right Thing.

    The Pond Digger Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 41:49


    Eric reflects on the long-term rewards of personal integrity and taking full responsibility for professional mistakes. He shares how compensating a client for a lost fish, despite feeling taken advantage of, eventually led to a six-figure contract a year later. Another anecdote describes how returning a consultation fee after failing to follow through resulted in a massive project years down the line. Triplett argues that doing the right thing should be an identity rather than a business strategy, as it eliminates mental friction and builds a lasting reputation.  Key Takeaways: Adopt an identity of always doing the right thing, even when it is not easy or when others advise you to act defensively. Take full ownership of any failures or mistakes in your business or personal life and commit to fixing them at any cost. Identify and resolve "loose ends" from your past by reaching out to people you owe an apology or clarity to, regardless of how much time has passed. View the costs associated with correcting your errors as "tuition" for learning how to improve your systems and character. Focus on the long game of integrity to build a reputation that eventually attracts success and opportunities with minimal friction.

    Parenting After Trauma with Robyn Gobbel
    {BONUS} Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior- webinar replay

    Parenting After Trauma with Robyn Gobbel

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 71:48


    On February 3, I taught a live webinar online- Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior.This is the audio-only version of that webinar!To watch the full video webinar and to download the accompanying resources, head to RobynGobbel.com/webinarIn this webinar, you'll learnthe three core tenets that underlie behavior changewhat behavior really ishow regulation, connection, and felt safety are related to behaviorhow the nervous system responds to stresswhy baffling behaviors are due to a sensitized stress response systemhow attachment or developmental trauma leads to baffling behaviorsWe have a few spots remaining in the professional, retreat style workshop Presence in Practice in Durango, CO March 5-7, 2026. Head to RobynGobbel.com/Durango for details and registration Check out RobynGobbel.com/Trainings for the professional trainings scheduled around the US in 2026. Get access to over 25+ free resources in our brand, new Free Resource Hub! RobynGobbel.com/FreeResourceHub :::The All-About-Me workbook will help your child grow their owl brain and develop ways to calm their watchdog and possum brain. 24 page, full-color, instant download at RobynGobbel.com/store :::Grab a copy of USA Today Best Selling book Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors robyngobbel.com/bookJoin us in The Club for more support! robyngobbel.com/TheClubSign up on the waiting list for the 2027 Cohorts of the Baffling Behavior Training Institute's Immersion Program for Professionals robyngobbel.com/ImmersionFollow Me On:FacebookInstagram Over on my website you can find:Webinar and eBook on Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior (FREE)eBook on The Brilliance of Attachment (FREE)LOTS & LOTS of FREE ResourcesOngoing support, connection, and co-regulation for struggling parents: The ClubYear-Long Immersive & Holistic Training Program for Parenting Professionals: The Baffling Behavior Training Institute's (BBTI) Professional Immersion Program (formerly Being With)

    Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast
    Why "I'll Just Do It Myself" Is the Most Expensive PO Shortcut | Juliana Stepanova

    Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 14:02


    Juliana Stepanova: Why "I'll Just Do It Myself" Is the Most Expensive PO Shortcut Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes.   In this episode, we refer to previous discussions about team collaboration and Product Owner patterns. The Great Product Owner: Opening Up to the Team for Solutions "The PO who's not sitting and saying 'I know how it's right, I will solve it by myself,' but coming and saying 'Hey, let's think all together'—that's what gives very, very speed-up development into becoming a great PO." - Juliana Stepanova   Juliana describes the Product Owners she considers truly great as those who bring their challenges to the team rather than solving everything alone. Her example features a PO who was invited to recurring release meetings that consumed one and a half to two hours every two weeks—30 people in a room, largely a waste of time. Instead of suffering in silence or trying to fix it alone, this PO approached the team: "Hey guys, I have these meetings, and they're useless for me. How can we deal with that?" The team collaborated with the Scrum Master to explore multiple options.  Together, they developed a streamlined, semi-automatic system that reduced the process to 10 minutes without requiring anyone to sit in a room. This solution was so effective that it was eventually adopted across the entire company, eliminating countless hours of wasted meetings. The key insight: great POs see themselves as part of the team, not above it. They're open to solutions from anyone and understand that collaboration—not individual genius—drives real improvements.   Self-reflection Question: When facing challenges that seem outside the team's domain, do you bring them to the team for collaborative problem-solving, or do you try to solve them alone? The Bad Product Owner: The Loner Who Does Everyone's Job "To make it quicker, I will skip asking the designer, I will directly put it by myself. I learned how to design five years ago. But afterwards, it's neglecting the whole team—you don't take into account the UX, and actually you need to rework." - Juliana Stepanova   The anti-pattern Juliana sees most frequently is the "loner" PO—someone who takes on other roles to move faster. The classic example: a PO who bypasses the UX/UI designer because "I learned design five years ago, I'll just do it myself." This behavior seems efficient in the moment but creates multiple problems. It disrespects the expertise of team members, undermines the collaborative nature of agile development, and almost inevitably leads to rework when the shortcuts create quality gaps.  Juliana points out this isn't unique to POs—developers sometimes bypass testers for the same "efficiency" reasons. The solution isn't punishment but cultural reinforcement: helping people see the value of professional work, encouraging communication and openness, and building respect for each role's contribution. The key principle: if someone hasn't asked for help, don't assume they need yours. Focus on your own job, and offer assistance only when invited or when you explicitly ask "Do you need help?"   Self-reflection Question: When have you taken on someone else's role because it seemed faster, and what was the real cost of that shortcut?   [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]

    Grace in Focus
    Is the Salvation We Inherit in Hebrews the Same as Reaping Eternal Life?

    Grace in Focus

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 13:50


    Welcome to the Grace in Focus podcast. Today, Bob Wilkin and Sam Marr will answer a question about inheriting salvation in Hebrews. Is this the same as reaping eternal life (in Galatians 6) or laying hold of eternal life (1 Timothy 6)? If eternal salvation is a present possession, why are there references to salvation

    Huberman Lab
    Essentials: The Science & Practice of Movement | Ido Portal

    Huberman Lab

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 38:35


    In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Ido Portal, a movement coach and world expert on human movement. We explore the science and practice of movement, including how the nervous system shapes our actions, the distinction between reflexive and deliberate movement patterns and how emotion and awareness influence our movement. Ido shares how to build a holistic movement practice into everyday life through an exploration-based approach grounded in playfulness and self-inquiry. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Ido Portal (00:00:20) Movement Practice, Self-Inquiry (00:02:08) Wordlessness, 3 Core Elements of the Body; Focus & Movement (00:06:35) Sponsor: LMNT (00:08:09) Mental & Physical Postures; Virtuosity (00:12:36) Vision & Eyes; Focus vs Relaxed Vision; Tool: Panoramic View (00:17:53) Hearing; Different Opinions (00:20:59) Body Shape; Developing Many Walks (00:23:53) Sponsor: AG1 (00:24:45) Playful Exploration, Openness (00:27:25) Peripersonal Space & Movement, Proximity, Reactivity, Discomfort (00:32:18) Exercise, Traditional Movements; Examination of Movement (00:37:43) Exploration; Acknowledgements Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Focus on the Family Broadcast
    Understanding Sexuality and Intimacy from a Christian Perspective (Part 1 of 2)

    Focus on the Family Broadcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 27:19


    Today’s society is full of sexual expression, gender confusion, and a general disregard about God’s design for sexuality. Dr. Juli Slattery describes how we can live our sexuality in holy and healthy ways by addressing sexual identity, contentment, and true intimacy. Receive the book Surrendered Sexuality and a free audio download of the broadcast "Understanding Sexuality and Intimacy from a Christian Perspective" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

    The Health Ranger Report
    Brighteon Broadcast News, Feb 5, 2025 - David Morgan on Silver, China's 5C Battery Breakthrough and Why the Pentagon Can't Defeat Iran

    The Health Ranger Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 170:42


    Stay informed on current events, visit www.NaturalNews.com - Silver Market Volatility and Interview Preview (0:00) - Gold and Bitcoin Market Analysis (3:09) - Bitcoin's Transition to Digital Gold and Regulatory Challenges (6:09) - Health and Pharmaceutical Industry Critique (10:05) - Child Mutilation and Legal Action (13:56) - US Military Dominance and China's Technological Advancements (28:56) - China's Catal 5C Battery Breakthrough (31:42) - Decentralization and Off-Grid Living (1:04:33) - Quantum Radar and Stealth Aircraft Detection (1:07:04) - China's HQ-9 Air Defense System and Its Impact on US Military Strategy (1:24:12) - Thermal Emissions and Missile Capabilities (1:24:31) - US Military Vulnerability and Iran's Response (1:25:58) - China and Russia's Support for Iran (1:29:01) - US Military Dominance and Technological Lateness (1:34:49) - Economic and Social Implications (1:39:15) - Silver Market and Investment Strategies (1:49:15) - Industrial Demand and Supply Chain Issues (2:12:35) - Government Intervention and Strategic Metals (2:32:49) - Public Awareness and Self-Reliance (2:40:22) - Decentralization and Community Support (2:42:59) - Focus on Community and Preparedness (2:45:02) - Valentine's Day Sale Announcement (2:46:49) - Product Highlights and Support (2:48:20) - Final Remarks and Encouragement (2:50:00) Watch more independent videos at http://www.brighteon.com/channel/hrreport  ▶️ Support our mission by shopping at the Health Ranger Store - https://www.healthrangerstore.com ▶️ Check out exclusive deals and special offers at https://rangerdeals.com ▶️ Sign up for our newsletter to stay informed: https://www.naturalnews.com/Readerregistration.html Watch more exclusive videos here:

    The Steve Harvey Morning Show
    Brand Building: Her firm helps individuals and organizations unlock potential, elevate performance, and lead with purpose, specializing in STEM leadership.

    The Steve Harvey Morning Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 32:16 Transcription Available


    Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Bamidele Farinre Founder of No Ceiling Consulting, a biomedical scientist, STEM expert, agile project manager, and advocate for professional development, mentorship, and removing internal and systemic limitations (“ceilings”). They discuss her STEM background, the evolving role of AI in science, the meaning of “no ceilings,” navigating personal and professional barriers, mentorship, setbacks, agile leadership, and how individuals—especially people of color—can create opportunity even in the face of bias and structural limitations.

    Strawberry Letter
    Brand Building: Her firm helps individuals and organizations unlock potential, elevate performance, and lead with purpose, specializing in STEM leadership.

    Strawberry Letter

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 32:16 Transcription Available


    Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Bamidele Farinre Founder of No Ceiling Consulting, a biomedical scientist, STEM expert, agile project manager, and advocate for professional development, mentorship, and removing internal and systemic limitations (“ceilings”). They discuss her STEM background, the evolving role of AI in science, the meaning of “no ceilings,” navigating personal and professional barriers, mentorship, setbacks, agile leadership, and how individuals—especially people of color—can create opportunity even in the face of bias and structural limitations.

    Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast
    First Progress, Then Regress, Now What?

    Focus on the Family Marriage Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 12:54


    Does it feel like you're making progress as a couple, only to take a few steps back? Krista and David Dunham talk to Jim Daly on how they faced this very scenario with her eating disorder. Plus, the Smalley's share how to evaluate if you're getting better at persevering through challenges as a couple. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Table for Two for your donation of any amount! Hope Restored Healing My Life and marriage After an Eating Disorder Contact our Counseling Team Take the Reactive Cycle Assessment Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.