Podcasts about fostered

You can't miss what you never had is a big bold lie that people have been conditioned to believe! I ran with the cliche years ago, but now I know it's a lie! Unfortunately millions of lives are stunted and stagnant due to missing things they never had but should have had early in their lives. Sadly, many of the adults you see are people who are suffering from pains of yesterday!You can listen to this Podcast on Amazon and Spotify!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/relationships-and-relatable-life-chronicles--4126439/support.

In this episode of Holy Disruption, Pastor Heather Schott and co-host Pastor Jasmine Weiler sit down with Dr. Malachi O'Brien — revivalist, pastor, CEO of Malachi Media, and father to many adopted and fostered children — for a powerful, Spirit-filled conversation about the Church's call to adoption, foster care, and fighting human trafficking. Together they challenge the Body of Christ to move beyond anger and into action, declaring that the answer to the orphan crisis is not out there — it's us. From raw personal testimonies to a stirring call for an adoption movement in America, this conversation will wreck you in the best way.

What does it take to open your home to 99 children — and love every single one of them?Lorraine Howard did exactly that. A certified professional photographer, award-winning artist, mom of 8, and former foster parent to 99 children (102 total when you count her foreign exchange student and birth kids — yes, really), Lorraine joins Monica Samuels and co-host Julie Orcutt for one of the most powerful Moms Club conversations we've ever had.This isn't just a story about foster care. It's a story about what love actually looks like when it costs something.ABOUT LORRAINE HOWARD:Lorraine Howard is a certified professional photographer based in California whose love of storytelling through portraits grew directly from her years as a foster and adoptive mom. After noticing that not one of her 99 foster children arrived with a single photograph, she made it her mission to give every child a visual record of their story. She now donates senior portrait sessions to foster kids aging out of the system — giving them something priceless before they face the world alone.

Ian Buruma examines the failure of strategic bombing to break civilian morale, which instead fostered solidarity. He recounts his father's letters from a Berlin labor barracks, describing the harsh conditions of malnutrition and vermin. He also highlights diaries showing how individuals navigated the criminal regime. (5/16)1940 MOLOTOV AND HITLER BERLIN.

Author and national speaker Tori Hope Petersen joins host Micaela Tracy to talk about the people who shaped her: the court advocate who said "I'm not going anywhere," the foster mom Tanya who let her be a kid without turning every moment into a lesson, and her own decision to become a healed person instead of a hurt one. For anyone wondering whether small acts of consistency really matter, Tori's answer is clear: the seeds you plant today shape generations you may never see. Content note: Tori reflects on childhood abuse and family instability. Listener discretion advised. In This Episode 00:00 Cold open 00:30 Welcome and episode framing 01:00 Tori's story: foster care, reunification, and re-entering at 12 07:00 The court advocate who said "I'm not going anywhere" 1 3:00 The group home and a perspective shift 16:00 Choosing to be a healed person, not a hurt one 20:00 Tanya's house: not every moment is a teaching moment 28:00 Adoption and learning to receive family 34:00 Generational impact: the long game of showing up 37:00 Tori's books and where to find her work 38:00 Reflection and close Standout Quotes "Not every moment needs to be a teaching moment. Some moments just need to be: I'm here for you." "I don't want to be a hurt person that hurts people. I want to be a healed person that helps heal people." "You're not just breaking cycles for one person. It impacts generations." About Our Guest Tori Hope Petersen is a national speaker and author of Fostered and Breaking the Patterns That Break You. She grew up in the foster care system and was later adopted. Today she is also a foster mom, adoptive mom, and biological mom, and writes and speaks about identity, healing, and breaking generational patterns. Resources and Links Fostered and Breaking the Patterns That Break You by Tori Hope Petersen, available wherever books are sold Voices for CASA Children National CASA/GAL Association for Children About the Show By Their Side: Advocating for Children in Foster Care is produced by Voices for CASA Children. Season 3, "Understanding Every Voice in the Room," features practical, human conversations with professionals and people with lived experience. Hosted by Micaela Tracy. New episodes biweekly. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the guests and host and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of VOICES or its affiliates. Content Warning: This episode may include discussions of sensitive topics that could be triggering for some listeners.

Following the invasion, the return of political exiles "frozen in time" created a divide with local Iraqis who viewed them with suspicion. The Americans' decision to disband the Iraqi army fostered a massive security vacuum, enabling the rise of the patriotic resistance led by former officers, quickly complicated by the arrival of foreign jihadis. The Abu Ghraibscandal and predatory militias like the Mahdi Army further radicalized the population, dragging the country into a sectarian quagmire. (3)1930 BAGHDAD

In this week's episode, Kat explores the story of Lisa Knoefel, a woman who opened her home to offer safety, stability, and a second chance.Instead, she brought something far more dangerous inside.In November 2012, Lisa was killed in her own home—but what followed would reveal something far more calculated… and far more personal.And the person responsible might not be who you think.Grab a drink and join us as we explore the dark side of humanity...with beer!References:Evil Lives Here episode "Fostering Evil": https://www.imdb.com/title/tt39301893/CBS NEWSCourt Documentscleveland.com articlegettyimages.com articleapnews.com articleanatomyofmurder.com articlemedium.com articlefacebook.com/datelinenbc/videosoxygen.com articlePlease like, follow, and share this podcast - we're on all of the platforms! Oh, and please leave reviews so other true crime lovers can find us. If you are trying to get a hold of us, we can only respond via: Case Files with Kat and Ashley FacebookInstagramWe're here if you need us! NEVER hesitate to reach out! FOR HELP WITH STALKING OR CYBERSTALKING:https://rainn.org/news/resources-survivors-stalking-and-cyberstalkinghttps://www.stalkingawareness.org/FOR HELP WITH DOMESTIC VIOLENCE:NATIONWIDE: https://www.thehotline.org/get-help/domestic-violence-local-resources/IN HOUSTON AREA: https://www.bayareaturningpoint.org/ or call 24/7: (281) 286-2525FOR HELP WITH SEXUAL ASSAULT:https://rainn.org/resourcesFOR HELP WITH BULLYING:Text CONNECT to 741741 Need to Vent?Simply text HOME or HOLA to 741741 to reach a live volunteer Crisis Counselor. We are always here for you. Free, 24/7, confidential.INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES - YOU ARE N...

Season 4 Episode 79 Finding Hope When All Seems LostWhat is it like to spend your teen years in the foster care system? Unfortunately, Tori knows the suffering all too well. In this episode, Kim talks about how Tori was perceived:1. As a bad kid2. As a liar3. As selfishSomehow, through God's grace, Tori is now a powerful advocate and beacon of light and hope. God has used her suffering for beautiful things, including her own family of foster, bio, and adoptive children. Tori's Website: ⁠Tori Hope PetersenTori's TedTalk: https://youtu.be/2JeybEUH2hUTori Hope Petersen sits down with Kirk Cameron to share her TESTIMONY growing up in the foster care system. She talks about how to identify the GOODNESS of God in our lives, even when BAD things are happening to us. You don't want to miss this insightful conversation! | Takeaways with Kirk Cameron | Facebook~If you enjoy this podcast, leave an honest review on Spotify or Apple. We value your feedback!Text this episode to a foster or adoptive family to encourage them as they care for vulnerable youth.Foster Mama Journal is here! More details on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@Fostermamafriend⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and the website: www.kimpatton.com~Get to know the host:Kim Patton's book- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nothing Wasted: Struggling Well through Difficult Seasons⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ is for those struggling through hard times. View the book in paperback, ebook, and audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Books | Mysite (kimpatton.com)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dear Foster Mama letter on Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Enter email address on Substack for free sample chapters and downloadable PDF Mama Check-In:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Author Kim Patton | Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kimpatton.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Author Kim Patton | Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Latest Stories on Her View from Home⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠- listen to Book Therapy episodes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stay in Touch with Author Kim Patton⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your first freebie!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Goodreads ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book reviews galore

Today we meet a coaching student who has just had her first five figure sales month and she's thrilled by the rapid progress she's seeing as a ProvenAmazonCourse.com student. They are a foster family and her big "WHY" is to be able to be home and continue living out their calling to foster even more children (they've had 25 so far!)   The first several minutes of the episode are a compelling backstory as to why it means to much to her to have finally found a great business she can do from home and how much this community and our training has had a major impact on their family.   Check out our sponsor: SilentJim.com/2d - Try 2D Workflow for free and see how much you could save every time you send in an FBA shipment to Amazon!   Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/wyo8l8pOpWw   Show note LINKS:   TheProvenConference.com - Watch that page for pending announcements about a possible late August 2026 event!   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world!   SilentJim.com/kickstart - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   Sellerboard - THE accurate profit analytics tool for Amazon sellers that helps you calculate your profit precisely accounting for all hidden fees and in real time. SilentJim.com/numbers    JeffSchick.com - Put a lawyer and e-commerce policy pro on retainer for a few dollars per month   Our free Monday's at 5pm EST meet-ups on Zoom for open Q/A: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84823798446   ProvenAmazonCourse.com/va - We train a VA for and with you so they can find loads of great ASINs every day!   3pmercury.com/friends- The best price on 3PMercury   Today's guest Amy Tofaute

"Should I happen have a one-on-one business talk with President Donald Trump, definitely would tell him that, look, sir, you have the market, I have the the produce."In this episode of Limitless Africa, we explore the transformative power of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI). Host Dimpho Lekgeu and Claude Grunitzky speak with alumni from across the continent who are taking their businesses global. From Simone Spencer in Cabo Verde, who transitioned from a San Francisco museum residency to building a pan-African creative network, to Gerald Katabazi in Uganda, who is now employing Americans to sell Ugandan coffee in Ohio and Atlanta. We also hear from Nigeria's Temi Badru on how ethical leadership and the power of mentorship became the bedrock of her PR empire. This is a story of shared prosperity and a new generation of leaders who see the world as their market.Plus: How "Ubuntu" mirrors Western organization

Fluent Fiction - Spanish: How A Hidden Lab in Buenos Aires Fostered Unbreakable Bonds Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/es/episode/2026-01-07-08-38-20-es Story Transcript:Es: En medio del calor del verano en Buenos Aires, donde el aire denso se mezcla con los sonidos de la ciudad, se encontraba un laboratorio secreto.En: In the midst of the summer heat in Buenos Aires, where the dense air mixes with the sounds of the city, there was a secret laboratory.Es: Este laboratorio, escondido entre calles bulliciosas, era una maravilla de la tecnología moderna.En: This laboratory, hidden among bustling streets, was a marvel of modern technology.Es: Su interior brillaba con la luz de pantallas y botones coloridos, y los pasillos eran un laberinto de ideas y sueños científicos.En: Its interior shone with the light of screens and colorful buttons, and the hallways were a labyrinth of ideas and scientific dreams.Es: Natalia, una talentosa científica, caminaba por uno de esos pasillos.En: Natalia, a talented scientist, walked through one of those hallways.Es: Era conocida por su dedicación y rigor en el trabajo.En: She was known for her dedication and rigor in her work.Es: Su proyecto más reciente podría cambiar el rumbo de la ciencia.En: Her most recent project could change the course of science.Es: Sin embargo, en su corazón, Natalia buscaba más que éxito profesional.En: However, in her heart, Natalia sought more than professional success.Es: Anhelaba una conexión genuina con alguien que comprendiera sus pasiones y miedos.En: She longed for a genuine connection with someone who understood her passions and fears.Es: Carlos, por otro lado, era un rostro nuevo en este santuario de ciencia.En: Carlos, on the other hand, was a new face in this sanctuary of science.Es: Con una sonrisa tan brillante como su entusiasmo, llegó lleno de esperanzas.En: With a smile as bright as his enthusiasm, he arrived full of hopes.Es: Quería aprender, crecer y, sobre todo, mostrar que tenía lo necesario para ser parte del equipo de Natalia.En: He wanted to learn, grow, and, above all, show that he had what it took to be part of Natalia's team.Es: Raúl, el supervisor del laboratorio, asignó a Carlos al proyecto de Natalia.En: Raúl, the supervisor of the laboratory, assigned Carlos to Natalia's project.Es: Al principio, Natalia tenía dudas.En: At first, Natalia had doubts.Es: "No tiene experiencia", pensaba, tratando de ser justa pero preocupada por el progreso del proyecto.En: "He has no experience," she thought, trying to be fair but worried about the project's progress.Es: Sin embargo, algo en la mirada de Carlos le inspiraba confianza.En: However, something in Carlos's gaze inspired confidence.Es: Decidió darle una oportunidad, un acto que cambiaría el curso de sus vidas.En: She decided to give him a chance, an act that would change the course of their lives.Es: Un día, mientras el sol pintaba sombras largas en las ventanas del laboratorio, un problema inesperado surgió.En: One day, while the sun painted long shadows on the laboratory windows, an unexpected problem arose.Es: El experimento, tan prometedor, estaba al borde del fracaso.En: The experiment, so promising, was on the brink of failure.Es: Natalia sentía la presión crecer, sus sueños temblaban al borde del abismo.En: Natalia felt the pressure mounting, her dreams quaking on the edge of the abyss.Es: Fue entonces cuando Carlos, con calma y decisión, sugirió un cambio sencillo pero ingenioso.En: It was then that Carlos, with calm and determination, suggested a simple yet ingenious change.Es: "¿Y si probamos ajustar este parámetro?En: "What if we try adjusting this parameter?"Es: ", propuso, señalando las variables en la pantalla.En: he proposed, pointing to the variables on the screen.Es: Natalia, en un salto de fe, estuvo de acuerdo.En: Natalia, in a leap of faith, agreed.Es: Juntos, trabajaron hasta tarde, reeditando cálculos y redirigiendo equipos.En: Together, they worked late into the night, reediting calculations and redirecting equipment.Es: El reloj marcaba las diez de la noche cuando ocurrió el milagro.En: The clock struck ten at night when the miracle happened.Es: El experimento había funcionado.En: The experiment had worked.Es: La máquina emitió un suave zumbido de éxito.En: The machine emitted a soft hum of success.Es: Natalia y Carlos se miraron, sus rostros iluminados por el éxito y el entendimiento mutuo.En: Natalia and Carlos looked at each other, their faces lit by success and mutual understanding.Es: En ese momento, entendieron que habían logrado más que un avance científico; habían encontrado un aliado, un amigo.En: In that moment, they realized they had achieved more than a scientific breakthrough; they had found an ally, a friend.Es: Días después, mientras el laboratorio celebraba su logro con noticias que alcanzaban el mundo entero, Natalia reflexionaba sobre lo lejos que habían llegado.En: Days later, while the laboratory celebrated their achievement with news that reached the entire world, Natalia reflected on how far they had come.Es: Había aprendido a abrir su corazón, a confiar en otros.En: She had learned to open her heart, to trust others.Es: Carlos, por su parte, sentía que, finalmente, había encontrado su lugar en el mundo, y sobre todo, alguien que creía en él.En: Carlos, for his part, felt that he had finally found his place in the world, and above all, someone who believed in him.Es: La historia de ellos no solo se escribiría en revistas científicas, sino también en sus corazones, forjando un vínculo que duraría más allá de los muros del laboratorio secreto de Buenos Aires.En: Their story would not only be written in scientific journals but also in their hearts, forging a bond that would last beyond the walls of the secret laboratory in Buenos Aires. Vocabulary Words:the midst: el mediothe heat: el calorthe laboratory: el laboratoriothe marvel: la maravillathe technology: la tecnologíathe hallway: el pasillothe labyrinth: el laberintothe dream: el sueñothe dedication: la dedicaciónthe rigor: el rigorthe project: el proyectothe success: el éxitothe connection: la conexiónthe supervisor: el supervisorthe doubt: la dudathe gaze: la miradathe chance: la oportunidadthe shadow: la sombrathe window: la ventanathe problem: el problemathe experiment: el experimentothe brink: el bordethe failure: el fracasothe leap of faith: el salto de fethe calculation: el cálculothe equipment: el equipothe miracle: el milagrothe hum: el zumbidothe achievement: el logrothe bond: el vínculo

CORPORATE GROUPTHINK AND THE SEC'S PROGRESSIVE SHIFT Colleague Charles Gasparino. Gasparino argues that corporate adoption of progressive policies was a defensive reaction to populism like Occupy Wall Street and fostered by "groupthink" at elite summits like Davos. He further contends that the SEC has shifted from investor protection to enforcing "woke" environmental and social agendas under the Biden administration. NUMBER 2

Vivienne has been a foster carer for eight years.  An eight month old baby called Bill was placed with her, initially for just a week, but he ended up staying for nearly two years.  In the meantime, in another part of the country, Carlos and his partner were talking about adopting.  They had a bad experience with their first agency but changed to another and were approved.  Browsing Linkmaker, they saw Bill's profile and hoped he might be the child for them.  On this podcast, Vivienne and Carlos talk about how their paths met when Carlos adopted Bill.

Paul Gregory argues that Lee Harvey Oswald's primary motive was a profound belief that he was special and destined for greatness, fostered by his mother. Gregory insists Oswald is often underestimated, highlighting his achievements as a master manipulator who deceived the Soviets and planned the General Walker assassination attempt. A secondary but major factor was Marina, who constantly scorned his intelligence and manhood, making him feel worthless. Oswald's trial was meant to be his glorious moment to demonstrate his brilliance to the world and Marina. Killing the president offered a way to prove himself to his wife and establish himself as a historical figure. Guest: Paul Gregory. 1961

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Stargazing and Art: How Cosmic Curiosity Fostered a Bond Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-11-02-23-34-02-it Story Transcript:It: Al museo della scienza di Roma, l'atmosfera era vibrante e piena di energia.En: At the museo della scienza in Roma, the atmosphere was vibrant and full of energy.It: Era il giorno di Ognissanti, e il museo era affollato di famiglie, studenti e curiosi da ogni parte della città.En: It was il giorno di Ognissanti, and the museum was crowded with families, students, and curious people from all over the city.It: Alessandra camminava lentamente tra le esposizioni, incantata dai modelli di pianeti e galassie.En: Alessandra walked slowly among the exhibits, enchanted by the models of planets and galaxies.It: Amava l'arte, ma aveva sempre avuto una segreta passione per le stelle.En: She loved art, but she had always harbored a secret passion for the stars.It: Oggi, era determinata a esplorare questa curiosità.En: Today, she was determined to explore this curiosity.It: Nella sala principale, c'era un annuncio: "Conferenza sull'Astronomia con il ricercatore Luca Bianchi, ore 16:00."En: In the main hall, there was an announcement: "Conference on Astronomy with researcher Luca Bianchi, at 16:00."It: Alessandra decise di partecipare.En: Alessandra decided to attend.It: Nonostante fosse un po' intimidita dalla sua mancanza di conoscenze tecniche, desiderava davvero sapere di più.En: Despite being a little intimidated by her lack of technical knowledge, she really wanted to learn more.It: Alle quattro, la sala per le conferenze era piena.En: At four o'clock, the conference room was full.It: Luca iniziò a parlare con passione e competenza del cosmo, delle stelle e dei misteri dell'universo.En: Luca began to speak passionately and knowledgeably about the cosmos, the stars, and the mysteries of the universe.It: Alessandra ascoltava affascinata, perdendo la traccia del tempo.En: Alessandra listened, fascinated, losing track of time.It: Alla fine della conferenza, molti si avvicinarono a lui con domande.En: At the end of the conference, many approached him with questions.It: Alessandra esitava, incerta se la sua domanda sarebbe sembrata banale.En: Alessandra hesitated, uncertain if her question would seem trivial.It: Ma poi, con coraggio, si fece avanti.En: But then, with courage, she stepped forward.It: "Luca, posso chiederti qualcosa?"En: "Luca, can I ask you something?"It: disse con timidezza.En: she said timidly.It: "Certo, dimmi," rispose lui, sorridendo calorosamente.En: "Of course, go ahead," he replied, smiling warmly.It: La loro conversazione iniziò con domande semplici sull'astronomia, ma rapidamente si trasformò in una discussione profonda sui loro sogni e passioni.En: Their conversation started with simple questions about astronomy, but quickly transformed into a deep discussion about their dreams and passions.It: Scoprirono di condividere una curiosità insaziabile per il mondo.En: They discovered that they shared an insatiable curiosity about the world.It: Luca parlava delle sue ricerche, mentre Alessandra condivideva come la bellezza delle stelle l'ispirasse nella sua arte.En: Luca talked about his research, while Alessandra shared how the beauty of the stars inspired her in her art.It: Mentre il museo chiudeva, le luci si abbassavano e solo la tenue luce del planetario rischiarava le loro figure.En: As the museum was closing, the lights dimmed, and only the faint light of the planetarium illuminated their figures.It: Si sentivano come sotto un cielo stellato.En: They felt as if they were under a starry sky.It: Era un momento magico.En: It was a magical moment.It: "Dobbiamo continuare questa conversazione," disse Luca, speranzoso.En: "We must continue this conversation," said Luca, hopefully.It: "Sì, mi piacerebbe molto," rispose Alessandra, più sicura di sé.En: "Yes, I would really like that," Alessandra replied, more confident.It: Scambiarono i contatti, promettendo di incontrarsi di nuovo per esplorare altri aspetti del cielo e dell'arte.En: They exchanged contacts, promising to meet again to explore other aspects of the sky and art.It: Quando Alessandra lasciò il museo quella sera, sentiva che qualcosa dentro di lei era cambiato.En: When Alessandra left the museum that evening, she felt that something inside her had changed.It: Aveva superato il timore delle sue insicurezze.En: She had overcome the fear of her insecurities.It: Luca, da parte sua, sentiva che Alessandra gli aveva offerto una nuova prospettiva, fresca e stimolante.En: Luca, for his part, felt that Alessandra had offered him a new perspective, fresh and stimulating.It: In un giorno di festa, avevano trovato una connessione che andava oltre le apparenze.En: On a holiday, they had found a connection that went beyond appearances.It: E con quella nuova amicizia, entrambi guardavano al futuro con occhi nuovi, pronti a scoprire insieme le meraviglie dell'universo.En: And with that new friendship, both looked to the future with new eyes, ready to discover together the wonders of the universe. Vocabulary Words:the atmosphere: l'atmosferavibrant: vibranteenchanted: incantatathe exhibit: l'esposizionethe galaxy: la galassiathe researcher: il ricercatoreintimidated: intimiditathe cosmos: il cosmothe mystery: il misterofascinated: affascinatato hesitate: esitaretrivial: banaletimidly: con timidezzathe question: la domandafear: timorethe insecurity: l'insicurezzafresh: frescastimulating: stimolantethe announcement: l'annunciothe conference room: la sala per le conferenzeknowledgeably: con competenzato listen: ascoltareto discover: scoprirethe conversation: la conversazionethe beauty: la bellezzathe planetarium: il planetariofaint: tenueto dim: abbassarsihopeful: speranzosothe perspective: la prospettiva

In this episode, Pastor Ryan Coffey with First Baptist Church Somerset asks the question, "What if churches fostered other churches?"

FRANKOPAN4.mp3 - The Medieval Warm Period, Viking Expansion, and Parallel Empires Professor Peter Frankopan | The Earth Transformed: An Untold History The Medieval Warm Period (950–1250 CE), marked by low volcanism, fostered environmental stability and large-scale human movement. This included Viking expansion into the North Atlantic, seeking new pastures and resources like walrus ivory. This colonization was often violent, relying on the enslavement and coercion of women from Ireland and Scotland for reproduction. In North America, the cosmopolitan city of Cahokia thrived for centuries before collapsing due to internal pressures like resource depletion and elite competition. Globally, several "power empires" (e.g., Chola, Abbasids) rose in parallel, reinforcing each other through trade and cultural exchange, such as the spread of Indian culture into Southeast Asia.

Author: Sophie Pedder Title: Revolution Française John Batchelor discusses Emmanuel Macron's early life in Amiens. Raised by physicians, Macron fostered intellectual growth through a profound bond with his educator grandmother, Manette. He attended ENA. His significant relationship with his high school drama teacher, Brigitte Trogneux, began there, defining his comfortable yet unconventional youth.

Peter Mutabazi is a Ugandan immigrant didn’t accept the cultural narrative that only white married people can foster and adopt kids. So far, this single dude has fostered 47 kids, adopted 3 of them, and he’s in the process of adopting 2 more of them! His radical love also happened to go viral, making him the most famous foster dad in America, with 2.5 million followers across social media. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Mutabazi is a Ugandan immigrant didn’t accept the cultural narrative that only white married people can foster and adopt kids. So far, this single dude has fostered 47 kids, adopted 3 of them, and he’s in the process of adopting 2 more of them! His radical love also happened to go viral, making him the most famous foster dad in America, with 2.5 million followers across social media. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, I sit down with PJ Haverty, who shares his powerful story of being born in the Mother and Baby Home in Tuam in the 1950s. PJ's mother was sent there after becoming pregnant out of wedlock, and despite coming back every week for over five years, the nuns refused to return her little boy to her.Fostered out, PJ grew up carrying the loss of his mother, a wound that shaped his life. In time he began to search for his birth mother but alongside the love he had for her came anger and grief for what had been stolen from them both.This conversation shines a light on the deep impact of the Mother and Baby Homes, and on PJ's journey of loss, love, and survival.*Very brief mention of abuse For more information on Grief Retreats visit www.griefireland.com

Special Guest: Dr. Sue Cornbluth This podcast provides tips, scripts, stories and steps to help parents and educators understand the unique challenges of children who feel different, cast aside or devalued because of experiences in their childhood. Sue Cornbluth talks about children who were in the foster care system or who were adopted and how many of these children can have challenged self esteem due to unanswered questions about their identity or internalized frustrations about their life circumstances. How can we help kids who are being fostered or who have been adopted (perhaps later in life), cultivate the high self esteem and self worth they deserve? The post How to Build Self Esteem in Kids who were Adopted or Fostered with Dr. Sue Cornbluth – Rerelease appeared first on Dr Robyn Silverman.

4pm: Guest - Erika Thompson - Tacoma Foster Mom has fostered over 134 children // Her foundation, WishingWell.Org, provides new and gently-used clothing and school supplies to children 0-18 years of age who are currently placed in the foster care system in Pierce County and 7 surrounding counties. We are the only foster support agency of its kind working in Pierce County and 7 surrounding counties. // John’s Boat Woes Continue to Mount // Welcome Twiggy the German-Doodle to the Curley Family!

World premiere: Fostered @ Pacific Resident Theater - 6.9 out of 10! Below Average! May 8 – June 15, 2025. www.latheatrebites.com

Not that long ago, women seeking a loan or line of credit faced invasive questions from bankers. "Are you planning on having children?" "What type of birth control are you using?" "Where's your husband?" Against that backdrop, in the 1970s, The Women's Bank of Denver was founded--changing financial lives for generations. Sr. Host Ryan Warner speaks with financial journalist Grace L. Williams, author of "Give Her Credit," at History Colorado Center.This interview first aired on February 17, 2025. 

Six participants from the 20-year dialogue between aggies and enviros, known as the California Roundtable on Ag & Environment describe what it did, how it did it and why is made their lives as leaders and the state better.

In this Beyond the Deal mini-sode, Thoma Bravo Managing Partner Holden Spaht sits down with Coupa CEO Leagh Turner to discuss her career journey and the significance of mentorship. They also delve into the future of AI and its implications for businesses. Learn about Coupa's approach to AI governance, aiming to ensure it is utilized safely and responsibly to establish a new industry standard. For more information on Thoma Bravo's Behind the Deal, visit https://www.thomabravo.com/behindthedeal Learn more about Thoma Bravo: https://www.thomabravo.com/ Visit Coupa's website: https://www.coupa.com/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Simone Ashley plays Kate Sharma in one of Netflix's biggest shows, Bridgerton, and also graced our screens in groundbreaking comedy Sex Education. She joins Anita Rani to talk about her new romcom, Picture This, the resurgence of the movie genre and Bridgerton's success. An investigation by BBC Humberside has been hearing from young women who've experienced inappropriate behaviour from their driving instructors. We're joined by BBC reporter Jasmine Lowe and Debbie Beadle, the CEO of the charity Fear Free, as they launch a campaign to get the position of trust law governing teachers and social workers extended to cover driving instructors too. Listener Emma Shaw got in touch with Woman's Hour after hearing author Beth Moran discuss fostering on the programme. She joins us to share her own experience of being fostered alongside her siblings, along with Sarah Thomas, CEO of The Fostering Network, a charity that supports both foster parents and children.Presenter: Anita Rani Producer: Sarah Jane Griffiths

Hi listeners! Welcome back to the podcast! This is season 5 (can you believe it?) and episode 117! I took a few weeks off to enjoy my family over the holidays and to spend some time on a few exciting things I have in the works, so I appreciate your patience as I took a break from putting out the podcast. But now we're back and there are a lot of exciting episodes coming up in this season and I can't wait to introduce them to you! Did you know that 20% of the youth that age out of the foster care system are instantly homeless. Tori Hope Petersen was one of those young adults who decided it would be easier to go it alone than have to navigate the system that caused her so much pain, having been in 12 foster homes from the ages of 12-18. But Tori was blessed to have mentors to come alongside her and help, eventually becoming adopted by her track coach. Tori's mom came from brokenness and generational curses and did the best she knew how, but Tori has become intentional about breaking those curses in her own family. She also does advocacy in the foster care system and has written two books, Fostered: One Woman's Powerful Story of Finding Faith and Family Through Foster Care, and her just released book, Breaking the Patterns that Break You: Healing from the Pain of Your Past and Finding Real Hope That Lasts. As I spoke to Tori, I realized that, even though she's still so young, her experiences have made her wise beyond her years. If Tori's story encouraged you would you kindly leave a rating and a review on your favorite podcast app? You can go to my Facebook or Instagram at Building Strong Homes and find a video there that will show you how to do that if you're not familiar with the process. For show notes go to carolroper.org/podcast

In this episode of Rhythms for Life, Rebekah Lyons has a conversation with Tori Hope Petersen, speaker, Bible teacher, and bestselling author of Fostered and Breaking the Patterns that Break You. Tori shares her inspiring journey of living in 12 different homes in the foster care system, highlighting the challenges, triumphs, and lessons she learned along the way. Rebekah and Tori discuss the importance of advocating for foster care and the power of community support. Tune in to hear how Tori's personal experiences have shaped her work and mission to not only empower foster youth, but help people identify and overcome destructive patterns in their lives. This heartfelt discussion is filled with wisdom and practical insights that you won't want to miss!RESOURCES:Check out Tori's work, including her books:Fostered: One Woman's Powerful Story of Finding Faith and Family through Foster CareBreaking the Patterns that Break You: Healing from the Pain of Your Past and Finding Real Hope that Lasts. Create a free THINQ Account to access more trusted content like this on topics from all channels of culture at thinqmedia.com.Attend THINQ events where you can gather with like-minded leaders, ask better questions and have conversations that lead to wisdom:Participate in THINQ's “Let's Talk Tech Detox.” Bring the 28-Day Digital Fast to your family, workplace, or church.Sign up for THINQ Summit 2025 in Nashville, TN.More from the THINQ Podcast Network:THINQ Media Podcast with Gabe LyonsThe InFormed Parent with Suzanne PhillipsNextUp with Grant SkeldonNeuroFaith with Curt ThompsonUnderCurrent with Gabe Lyons

In this powerful episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich sits down with Tori Hope Peterson, a passionate advocate for foster care, a mother, and the author of Fostered and Breaking the Patterns That Break You. Tori shares her deeply personal journey through the foster care system, revealing the pain of being moved from home to home, the impact of both neglect and kindness, and the long road to healing. She opens up about the challenges of breaking generational cycles, the power of forgiveness without closure, and how faith and resilience have shaped her life. Tori's reflections on attachment, identity, and finding belonging in unexpected places offer profound insights not only into the foster care system but also into the human need for love and security. As the conversation unfolds, Tori and Ginny explore the beauty of redemption—how even the hardest parts of life can be transformed for good. Tori shares wisdom from her books, detailing the lies many believe about healing, relationships, and success, and offering tangible steps toward wholeness. She also discusses her passion for hospitality, creating a home that welcomes the brokenhearted, and how her own experiences have shaped her view of what it means to be a "safe house" for others. This heartfelt and deeply moving episode is a testament to the idea that no matter how painful our past may be, hope and restoration are always possible. ** Get your copy of Breaking the Patterns That Break You here Learn more about Tori here ** Download your free 1000 Hours Outside tracker here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/trackers Find everything you need to kick off your 1000 Hours Outside Journey here >> https://www.1000hoursoutside.com/blog/allthethings Order of copy of Ginny's newest book, Until the Streetlights Come On here >> https://amzn.to/3RXjBlN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tori Hope Petersen is the bestselling author of her memoir “Fostered,” and her new book, “Breaking the Patterns that Break You.” She is a sought-out national speaker and Bible teacher, encouraging women, moms, and youth coming from hard places.Tori is a leading advocate in foster care, who has advocated to congress, and helped countless organizations serving vulnerable people raise funds by telling her powerful story from stages. At home, she is a mom and wife who enjoys cooking with her children. With a value for hospitality, the family makes extra food to be able to open their doors and feed whoever might stop by.Through this conversation we will talk through: Tori's background in the foster care system and its impact on her life How to reframe the way we approach feeling left out of social settings and the concept of intentional solitude  What it means to love like you've been hurtTori's upcoming conference, Loved AlreadyCelebrate the upcoming release of “Breaking the Patterns that Break You.”This conversation will open your eyes, touch your heart, and move you towards change. You won't want to miss it! Follow her on instagramBuy her new bookPurchase the book she lists as her latest favorite thing! This Episode is Sponsored By: Feast & Fettle get $25 off your first week of hand crafted, flavor packed meals delivered straight to your door so you can soak up the season with code GATHER25 at checkout Watch our Youtube episodes here!

In 2011, as the Arab Spring took hold across the Middle East, the seeds of Syria's revolution were sown by students and young people in the city of Daraa. Special correspondent Simona Foltyn reports on how the city that fostered the uprising is celebrating the deposing of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In 2011, as the Arab Spring took hold across the Middle East, the seeds of Syria's revolution were sown by students and young people in the city of Daraa. Special correspondent Simona Foltyn reports on how the city that fostered the uprising is celebrating the deposing of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Drummer and composer Dan Pugach has been fostering dogs for over a decade. His latest album is named after a pup he adopted and cared for until her death in 2018. Bianca Reimagined: Music for Paws and Persistence features Pugach's wife and Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Nicole Zuraitis and has earned itself a Grammy nod for Best Jazz Performance. Pugach and Zuraitis join us for a Listening Party and take your calls about dog fostering and adoption.

This week, I'm joined by the incredible Tori Hope Petersen. She is an author, speaker, Bible teacher and fierce advocate for foster care, adoption, and vulnerable children. Raised in and out of the foster care system herself, she has dedicated her life to sharing her testimony and offering hope to others. Tori is also a wife, mom, and lover of people, with a deep appreciation for cooking, family, community, and hospitality. Tori has so many incredible insights to share about healing from the past, breaking destructive patterns, and finding lasting hope. Plus, we talk about her upcoming book, Breaking the Patterns That Break You, which is set to release on February 4th, 2025.   I was so moved and inspired by this conversation and I'm so excited to share it with you!   5:36 – Tori 101   ·      Growing up in and out of the foster care system ·      Working in foster care advocacy ·      Releasing her first book, Fostered ·      Second book release in February     8:57 – Resilience and Hope   ·      The healing Tori experienced through her track career ·      The power of having supportive figures in your life ·      The lasting impact of words and emotional abuse     15:05 – Finding Lasting Healing   ·      Having deep self-compassion ·      Recognizing and addressing harmful patterns ·      Having trusting people around you to provide feedback     26:24 – Inviting Jesus Into The Healing Process   ·      The misconception that Jesus is a band-aid solution ·      Jesus is a true healer who repairs and rebuilds ·      Putting in the foundational work and continuing ongoing maintenance   40:39 – Encouragement For The Healers And Hurting   ·      Avoiding quick fixes ·      Being a good listener and question asker ·      Your life has purpose ·      Continuing to fight to find people who truly love you     FEATURED QUOTES   " That's healing- to accept sometimes the sad version of ourselves and not to try and change her.”   “We think that Jesus is coming in and just slapping a band aid on it, but really that that's sometimes what his people do. That's not who Jesus is…I think we just need to change our perspective and understand that like God is coming in and he wants to truly repair the home.”   “More than people need advice. People need someone to sit with them, walk with them. Listen to them.”   "Your life has purpose… There's a beautiful plan for your life. God loves you and for you to stay here very well may be the thing that someone else needs.”     Learn more about Tori:   https://www.torihopepetersen.com/   Pre-order your copy of Breaking The Patterns   https://www.amazon.com/Breaking-Patterns-That-Break-You/dp/1400250048     Get your copy of Tori's book, Fostered   https://www.amazon.com/Fostered-Womans-Powerful-Finding-through/dp/1087750970   I Love You Already Podcast   https://open.spotify.com/show/67tPTqQ6uMS1WRuy4tvQyP?si=1poWQ1nMS_KbP9-GqgwrjQ&nd=1&dlsi=72a9e71cf68b4ce7   Tori on Instagram   https://www.instagram.com/torihopepetersen/?hl=en   Tori on YouTube   https://www.youtube.com/@iloveyoualready   Connect with me:    http://www.stillbeingmolly.com http://instagram.com/stillbeingmolly http://instagram.com/canilaughpod http://twitter.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/stillbeingmolly http://facebook.com/canilaughpod http://tiktok.com/@stillbeingmolly     GET YOUR COPY of ‘IF I DON'T LAUGH, I'LL CRY” TODAY: Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/IIDLICbn Amazon: https://amzn.to/48VYFkG ChristianBook: https://bit.ly/IIDLICcb Target: https://bit.ly/3Shh3Q2 Walmart: https://bit.ly/3MmGVpJ Indie Bound: https://bit.ly/IIDLICib Audible: https://amzn.to/3ITcdm8 Kindle: https://amzn.to/3ITaSvv     About Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder?   Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories and gifts with the world.   

Michael Chamberlain's fascination with wild turkeys began in his suburban childhood outside Richmond, Virginia, nurtured by Saturday hunting trips with his diesel mechanic father. Inspired by a wildlife biologist friend of his father's, Chamberlain pursued his passion for wildlife biology at Virginia Tech, specializing in fisheries and wildlife science. In graduate school, Chamberlain's research focused on wild turkeys in the Mississippi Delta, where he combined his love of hunting with academic study. This hands-on experience, involving capturing turkeys, attaching radio transmitters, and tracking their movements, cemented his career in turkey research. ⁣ Chamberlain has uncovered intricate social behaviors in wild turkeys, noting their tendency to be social for most of the year but solitary during reproduction. His studies reveal turkeys' complex social structures and hierarchies, similar to humans, and their regional subspecies variations. He highlights the historical domestication of turkeys, leading to today's large, non-flying commercial breeds, and contrasts their leaner, wilder counterparts. ⁣ An advocate for sustainable hunting, Chamberlain shares tips and emphasizes the importance of mentorship for aspiring hunters. His extensive research addresses concerns about declining turkey populations, particularly in the southeast and midwest.

Are you looking to network or gain access to those with influence?   There IS a difference:    Networking: A coffee conversation, that can tip over to a transaction Strategic networking:  Intentional relationship building Access and influence: Fostered relationships earning you access and influence   No judgment, simply a distinction   Scott MacGregor is the master at building relationships to gain access and influence than  And in this week's episode he share some of his best secrets   Find out how:    Why you should seek out opportunities vs. occasions When to make “the ask”? What it means to be one of one and why it's game-changing What are low cost, low effort ways to put $1M in someone's heart to build that relationship.   Scott is the Founder & CEO of The Outlier Project A private membership community of people all over the world who want to live an extraordinary life and recognize that the people you surround yourself with play a huge role For more info www.theoutlierproject.co   Connect with Scott Get your free subscription to The Outlier magazine    Connect with Loren: Book a Discovery Call  Get Your Free eBook: How To Access The Hidden Job Market LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portfoliorocket/ Email: Loren@portfoliorocket.com

This week, we are joined by Michael Bowler, an award-winning author, educator, children's rights advocate, and foster-to-adopt father. Starting his career as a teacher, Michael uplifted kids with disabilities and used his passion for writing to show young people they are not alone in their struggles. When he's not writing, Michael mentors youth with Big Brothers Big Sisters and volunteers in the juvenile justice system in Los Angeles, ensuring everyone he meets feels heard, seen, and supported. As an author, Michael's goal is to empower teens, emphasizing that "we're better off doing what's right rather than what's easy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hey Girl! Happy Friday!! Friday Writing Assignment: Reflect on the connections you fostered this week. Write a letter of appreciation to someone who has had a positive impact on your life, expressing gratitude for their presence and support. #LetsGo If you aren't following me (Donna) already, follow me @donnaschiele7 And H.E.Y. Girl! Instagram-   And subscribe to Donna's YouTube channel Where you can see videos of the podcast Also, here is the  podcast website    and if you want to send us an email you can do that too!  h.e.y.girlfoundation@gmail.com We would love to hear from you!

In this episode, join us as we explore the remarkable journey of Cynthia Kay, CEO of CK & CO, from humble beginnings to $1 million in revenue. Discover how her business acumen, strategic hiring, and commitment to compliance fueled her success. Gain insights into the importance of mentorship and how Cynthia balanced business growth with personal fulfilment. She discusses her book "Small Business, Big Success: Proven Strategies to Beat the Odds and Grow a Great Business" by Cynthia Kay provides practical advice for small business owners. It covers topics like building a strong team, achieving operational excellence, effective hiring practices, compliance, mentorship, and balancing personal and professional life. The book is designed to help entrepreneurs navigate the challenges of running a small business and achieve significant growth. Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here. Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions:   What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? According to Cynthia Kay, the hardest aspect of growing a small business is not merely sticking to familiar routines but daring to innovate and step out of one's comfort zone. Despite the gravitational pull toward the known, success often requires bold moves and embracing change. What's your favourite business book that has helped you the most? Cynthia Kay's favorite business book, which she has found immensely helpful, is "Good to Great." This seminal work by Jim Collins emphasizes the importance of building a great company by getting the right people on board and ensuring they are in the right roles, echoing the sentiment that people are the most critical asset in any organization. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Cynthia Kay suggests utilizing a variety of resources for professional development. She particularly recommends exploring TED Talks for their diverse range of topics and perspectives, which offer valuable insights in manageable timeframes. Additionally, she finds mini-courses on platforms like LinkedIn Learning beneficial for targeted learning in specific areas of interest or skill development. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? Cynthia Kay recommends the book "Small Business, Big Success: Beat the Odds & Grow a Great Small Business" as a valuable tool for business owners at any stage. This resource provides practical strategies and insights to help navigate the challenges of small business growth, offering a roadmap for success based on real-world experiences. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? Cynthia Kay would advise herself to start her business 10 years earlier, feeling that she had waited too long to begin. This highlights the importance of seizing opportunities and taking bold steps in pursuit of entrepreneurial goals. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.     Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Invest in people, and they'll bring ideas that sustain businesses – Cynthia Kay   Don't just keep doing the same old thing; be bold and step out." - Cynthia Kay   Balance is different for every person; find what's right for you." - Cynthia Kay      

Tahmineh Dehbozorgi, political analyst and commentator with Young Voices, joins Ryan & Kim to discuss Biden withholding weapons from Israel and the impact it might have on the region.  Ms. Dehbozorgi also talks about the impact this is having on college campuses.

Get your coffee and paintbrush out for a fun conversation with my bestie of 32 years Christine Lane who is also the founder of Twice The Kindness and is a big Creative Spirit junkie just like me! In this episode we talk about how we navigated and fostered our kids creativity and dreams. Our tips and advice for all the mamas out there who want their kids to try new things and be more creative without force. You too can help heal someone heal through art by buying and donating a kit from Twice The Kindness through this link https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLHF33ETCW5H5/checkout/WG7IGW5LDUULBU7I5XXID5Y3. https://twicethekindness.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sheryl-benjy/support

In this episode of the Raising Godly Girls Podcast, co-hosts Rachael and Natalie speak into the crucial topic of extending agape love to fostered and adopted children. With statistics revealing the staggering number of children in foster care, including the vulnerable demographic of girls, the hosts emphasize the importance of responding to this need with compassion and action. Through heartfelt discussion and practical advice, they explore ways to support foster children and families, emphasizing the Biblical call to care for the vulnerable and oppressed. Tune in to learn how you can make a difference in the lives of these precious children and embody Christ's love in tangible ways.  Find an American Heritage Girls Troop near you, visit americanheritagegirls.org Add even more Biblical wisdom to your parenting quiver, visit raisinggodlygirls.com 

TAKEAWAYSForgiveness gives you compassion that you didn't know you had and can facilitate unexpected and powerful healing and restorationCycles of abusive behavior can continue if a person doesn't step into their journey of seeing why they need to heal or changeJoanna was able to forgive the man who murdered her mother in an incredible act of strengthForgiving those who have done us wrong allows us to be free of that painful memory

Becoming a parent is daunting as is, but when you become a parent to children that are not biologically yours and come with previous family history, the road will have different and sometimes more difficult ups and downs in the parenting journey. Coach Bonnie Butler is on the podcast today talking about her journey adopting six siblings, how it went taking them into their home, the stress it put on their biological children, and the joys that come as you serve and love any child.  If you are in a situation similar to Bonnie or are thinking about fostering or adopting children yourself, this is an episode that can help you see all aspects of this decision. Bonnie is a source of hope and strength that can help you navigate this time of transition so if this is the way you feel guided to go, please reach out to her for extra support and guidance. Enjoy this episode.   For more information about Bonnie and for links to access all she has to offer, please click HERE! To watch this interview on YouTube, go HERE. For more information and available downloads, go to: https://ldslifecoaches.com/ All content is copyrighted to Heather Rackham and featured coaches. Do not use without permission.  

This week Michelle Fern is joined by Amy Castro, long-time cat rescuer who has fostered more than 3000 cats personally, and President of Starlight Outreach and Rescue. Starlight Outreach and Rescue is a 501(c)3 non-profit, foster-based animal rescue in Friendswood, Texas and Alvin, Texas that started with a small group of volunteers who wanted to support the efforts of Houston-area shelters to provide a better quality of life for stray and abandoned animals, medical attention beyond the scope/capabilities of the facilities along with fostering and rescue services for animals with special needs. EPISODE NOTES: Meet the Cat Rescuer Who Has Fostered More Than 3000 Cats!

Growing up with a mentally ill mother and living in twelve different foster homes, nothing was in Tori Hope Petersen's favor. How did she become a Track and Field All-American—and later, Mrs. Universe? Show Notes and Resources Visit Tori's website at torihopepetersen.com and check out her instagram You can purchase Tori's book at Fostered: One Woman's Powerful Story of Finding Faith and Family through Foster Care Tori's organization: Beloved Initiative Find resources from this podcast at shop.familylife.com. Find more content and resources on the FamilyLife's app! Help others find FamilyLife. Leave a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify. Check out all the FamilyLife podcasts on the FamilyLife Podcast Network

Author, wife and mama Tori Hope Petersen joins Blake to talk about how she overcame every negative stereotype and assumption that attacked her identity after growing up in the foster care system; only because of Christ. In her book, she shares how Jesus made a way to find profound hope, deep faith, renewed purpose, and a loving family, too. Listen in as they talk about changing the conversation surrounding foster care, specifically in the Church, and what God can do through the most unlikely of people.   Tori is the author of Fostered - available everywhere now! To connect with Tori: Website: torihopepetersen.com Instagram & TikTok: @torihopepetersen Facebook: facebook.com/tori.abdul  

Have you ever considered how you might be able to support vulnerable children and their families?While many people believe the only way to do this is by fostering or adopting, the reality is that there are still plenty of additional ways we can support foster children and vulnerable women.And who better to provide suggestions and share a peak into the reality of the foster care system than Tori Hope Petersen, a former foster youth turned foster and adoptive mom?In her new book Fostered, Tori shares her powerful story of growing up in the foster care system and finding faith.And in this episode, she joins Jordan to talk about how we can support foster families and children.Tune in to learn: Tori's story of growing up in the foster care system and later becoming a foster mom, adoptive mom, and authorHow growing up in the foster care system can shape your identityWhat the Bible has to say about the Church's role in helping care for the vulnerableWays we can support those vulnerable children and their families, outside of fostering and adoptionWhat it looks like for the Church to be "radically hospitable"Struggles that are being seen in the foster care system and how it can be improvedHow to address the trauma that a foster child might faceWant to dig deeper? Explore these links mentioned in the episode to learn more: Fostered by Tori Hope Petersentorihopepetersen.com@torihopepetersen on InstagramEmbrace Your Almost by Jordan Lee Dooley