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Continuing our new series “Kingdom Life”, today Pastor Chase teaches What the King says about our Character. In Matthew chapter 5, Jesus sits with His disciples and teaches them what Godly character looks like in Kingdom living—challenging the values of today's culture.Key Scriptures: Matthew 5:3-13,-7:27, Hebrews 12:1-3, I John 3:16, Psalms 63:1-5,42:1-2, II Corinthians 5:21, Romans 12:2, John 8:31-32

Sermon Series: MOMENTUMSunday morning sermon with Pastor Ryan Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

The Mind of Christ: Part 3 ABOUT US Life Foursquare is a vibrant, diverse, community of believers in Decatur, Illinois that Love God, Love People, and are committed to Making Jesus Known We would love to hear how God is touching your life through this series! Let us know what's goinga on in your life, any prayer needs, or just connect with us by emailing office@visitlife.org! NEXT STEPS Have you made the decision to follow Jesus? Let us know! Text "Isaidyes" to 217-952-1447. To find out what's next, visit www.foursquare.life/nextsteps STAY CONNECTED Life Foursquare Church Website: www.Foursquare.Life Instagram + Facebook @LifeFoursquare GIVE To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: www.foursquare.life/giving • Text any dollar amount to 84321 to give. • Give through the Church Center App, and selecting Life Foursquare Church in Decatur Illinois #LifeFoursquareChurch #Foursquare #sermon #preaching #onlinechurch #livesermon #bible #theologyJoin us for worship this morning!

Continuing our new series “Kingdom Life”, today Pastor Ira teaches part 2 of What the King says about our identity. There is a slavery even worse than a physical imprisonment. It is a spiritual slavery that keeps us chained to the lies that destroy our lives. Our culture is truly impacted by this slavery in depression, fear, anxiety, emptiness, and not living our capacity. Hear God's plan to emancipate us from bondage so we can truly live free. Key Scriptures: Romans 1:18-28, 2 Corinthians 5:17–18, 10:3–5, Ephesians 6:13–17, John 8:32 

Sermon Series: MOMENTUMSunday morning sermon with Pastor Ryan Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

Welcome to North Church! Our mission is to inspire others to say “Yes” to God! We are located here in Spokane, WA, and we are a part of the Foursquare denomination. We meet both digitally & in-person every Sunday at 9am & 11am! To find out more about who we are as a church, visit our website at www.northchurch.net! We're so excited to have you join us today!

From English major to billion-dollar entrepreneur, Lindsay Kaplan shares how her creativity, rebellious spirit, and refusal to follow the rules led her to co-found Chief, the premier network for executive women.Lindsay's journey is anything but traditional. She began her career with dreams of writing novels, moved into publishing and magazines, and then found herself on the cutting edge of digital marketing during the early days of Facebook and Foursquare. Her storytelling expertise eventually brought her to Casper, where she became a founding team member, built global campaigns, and helped turn a mattress startup into a cultural phenomenon. But it was her partnership with Carolyn Childers that sparked her biggest leap, co-founding Chief, now a billion-dollar company reshaping what leadership looks like for women at the VP and C-suite levels.In our conversation, Lindsay opened up about the pivotal moments that shaped her leadership path, from building credibility as a nontraditional founder, to navigating the challenges of co-founding a VC-backed company, to realizing when it was time to step into a board role to protect her own health and longevity. She emphasizes the importance of finding co-founders who share your values, the realities of burnout that often accompany leadership, and why flexibility, not perks, is the true key to retaining women in executive roles.What stands out most about Lindsay is her deep commitment to creating spaces where women leaders can both give and receive mentorship. Chief was built on the belief that even the most senior leaders need support, and Lindsay's story is a powerful reminder that community is not a luxury — it's a necessity. Listeners will walk away inspired by her candid reflections on career evolution, her practical wisdom on building and scaling companies, and her fierce advocacy for women at the top of their fields.This is an episode you won't want to miss! Tune in and hear Lindsay's incredible story of creativity, resilience, and leadership redefined.Chapters

The Mind of Christ: Part 2 ABOUT US Life Foursquare is a vibrant, diverse, community of believers in Decatur, Illinois that Love God, Love People, and are committed to Making Jesus Known We would love to hear how God is touching your life through this series! Let us know what's goinga on in your life, any prayer needs, or just connect with us by emailing office@visitlife.org! NEXT STEPS Have you made the decision to follow Jesus? Let us know! Text "Isaidyes" to 217-952-1447. To find out what's next, visit www.foursquare.life/nextsteps STAY CONNECTED Life Foursquare Church Website: www.Foursquare.Life Instagram + Facebook @LifeFoursquare GIVE To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: www.foursquare.life/giving • Text any dollar amount to 84321 to give. • Give through the Church Center App, and selecting Life Foursquare Church in Decatur Illinois #LifeFoursquareChurch #Foursquare #sermon #preaching #onlinechurch #livesermon #bible #theologyJoin us for worship this morning!

Continuing our new series “Kingdom Life”, today Pastor Chase teaches part 1 of a 2 part message on what the King says about our identity.Key Scriptures: 1 Peter 2:9-10, 1 Cor 13:!2, 1 John 2:15-17,3:1, Rom 12:2, Luke 9:23-25, James 1:22-25, Eph 2:19,10

Sermon Series: MOMENTUMSunday morning sermon with Pastor Ryan Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

Welcome to North Church! Our mission is to inspire others to say “Yes” to God! We are located here in Spokane, WA, and we are a part of the Foursquare denomination. We meet both digitally & in-person every Sunday at 9am & 11am! To find out more about who we are as a church, visit our website at www.northchurch.net! We're so excited to have you join us today!

The Mind of Christ: Part 1 ABOUT US Life Foursquare is a vibrant, diverse, community of believers in Decatur, Illinois that Love God, Love People, and are committed to Making Jesus Known We would love to hear how God is touching your life through this series! Let us know what's goinga on in your life, any prayer needs, or just connect with us by emailing office@visitlife.org! NEXT STEPS Have you made the decision to follow Jesus? Let us know! Text "Isaidyes" to 217-952-1447. To find out what's next, visit www.foursquare.life/nextsteps STAY CONNECTED Life Foursquare Church Website: www.Foursquare.Life Instagram + Facebook @LifeFoursquare GIVE To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: www.foursquare.life/giving • Text any dollar amount to 84321 to give. • Give through the Church Center App, and selecting Life Foursquare Church in Decatur Illinois #LifeFoursquareChurch #Foursquare #sermon #preaching #onlinechurch #livesermon #bible #theologyJoin us for worship this morning!

How can Read.ai keep growing when 1) there are loads of meeting note taking apps, and 2) platforms like Zoom keep adding note-taking features? That’s what I asked its founder David Shim David Shim is the founder and CEO of Read.ai, the fastest-growing AI meeting assistant with millions of users worldwide. Previously, he was CEO of Foursquare following its acquisition of his location analytics company, Placed, which had earlier been acquired by Snap. Today, David is building Read into the central hub where businesses capture, analyze, and act on every meeting, email, and message. More interviews -> https://mixergy.com/moreint Rate this interview -> https://mixergy.com/rateint

Pastor Kuulei shares how we can respond in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's death, and continues our “Kingdom Life” sermon series. Teaching about what kingdom life looks like, and our place as a child of God called to live in His Kingdom, now and into eternity. God calls us to relationship with Himself, an indwelling by the Holy Spirit, so we can walk in wisdom, discernment, joy, freedom, victory, power, and peace.Key Scriptures: I Peter 3:15, John 18:33-37, Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 9:6-7a, Daniel 7:13-14, Revelation 19:13, 16, Matthew 5:3-11, Mark 9:35, Mark 8:34-38, Mark 10:45

Title: From Hard Hearts to Shared Lives Date: September 21, 2025 Text: Luke 16:19-31 Speaker: Jason van Ek-Veenstra Listen to the Sermon audio: Register for upcoming events Give online to Parkside Get email updates from Parkside Like us on Facebook Previous Sermons [...]

Sermon Series: The God I Never KnewSunday morning sermon with Pastor Gary Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

Welcome to North Church! Our mission is to inspire others to say “Yes” to God! We are located here in Spokane, WA, and we are a part of the Foursquare denomination. We meet both digitally & in-person every Sunday at 9am & 11am! To find out more about who we are as a church, visit our website at www.northchurch.net! We're so excited to have you join us today!

BE READY: The King is Coming Back ABOUT US Life Foursquare is a vibrant, diverse, community of believers in Decatur, Illinois that Love God, Love People, and are committed to Making Jesus Known We would love to hear how God is touching your life through this series! Let us know what's goinga on in your life, any prayer needs, or just connect with us by emailing office@visitlife.org! NEXT STEPS Have you made the decision to follow Jesus? Let us know! Text "Isaidyes" to 217-952-1447. To find out what's next, visit www.foursquare.life/nextsteps STAY CONNECTED Life Foursquare Church Website: www.Foursquare.Life Instagram + Facebook @LifeFoursquare GIVE To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: www.foursquare.life/giving • Text any dollar amount to 84321 to give. • Give through the Church Center App, and selecting Life Foursquare Church in Decatur Illinois #LifeFoursquareChurch #Foursquare #sermon #preaching #onlinechurch #livesermon #bible #theologyJoin us for worship this morning!

Today we start a new series called “Kingdom Life”, with Pastor Ira teaching on “There is a Kingdom and there is a King”. God is King over all creation. When we enter His kingdom through faith in Jesus, as God's adopted children, we inherit every blessing His kingdom offers... not just when Jesus returns, but now! Yet so many don't walk in this reality. Learn what it is to live in the "Kingdom of His dear Son" in our everyday lives. Key Scriptures:Mat 4:23, Acts 1:3, Mark 1:14-15, Rev 4:11, John 18:36, Col 1:13

Sermon Series: The God I Never KnewSunday morning sermon with Pastor Gary Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

Title:  Our True Love Text:  Luke 16:14-18 (NIV) Date:  September 7, 2025 Speaker:  Clint Nelson Listen to the Sermon audio: Register for upcoming events Give online to Parkside Get email updates from Parkside Like us on Facebook Previous Sermons [...]

Welcome to North Church! Our mission is to inspire others to say “Yes” to God! We are located here in Spokane, WA, and we are a part of the Foursquare denomination. We meet both digitally & in-person every Sunday at 9am & 11am! To find out more about who we are as a church, visit our website at www.northchurch.net! We're so excited to have you join us today!

Sabbath Summer: Week 8 ABOUT US Life Foursquare is a vibrant, diverse, community of believers in Decatur, Illinois that Love God, Love People, and are committed to Making Jesus Known We would love to hear how God is touching your life through this series! Let us know what's goinga on in your life, any prayer needs, or just connect with us by emailing office@visitlife.org! NEXT STEPS Have you made the decision to follow Jesus? Let us know! Text "Isaidyes" to 217-952-1447. To find out what's next, visit www.foursquare.life/nextsteps STAY CONNECTED Life Foursquare Church Website: www.Foursquare.Life Instagram + Facebook @LifeFoursquare GIVE To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: www.foursquare.life/giving • Text any dollar amount to 84321 to give. • Give through the Church Center App, and selecting Life Foursquare Church in Decatur Illinois #LifeFoursquareChurch #Foursquare #sermon #preaching #onlinechurch #livesermon #bible #theologyJoin us for worship this morning!

Wrapping up our series “UNSTOPPABLE Church”, today Pastor Kuulei teaches on UNSTOPPABLE You! As Jesus followers, we need to know beyond a shadow of a doubt that God's church is UNSTOPPABLE, and to believe who His Word says we are.   And when trials and suffering come, as they will, God is faithful and will keep us.  And because God will never let us go, we can GO and fulfill the plans and purposes for which He created us, drawing others to Jesus and continuing to build God's Kingdom.Key Scriptures:Matt 16:18, 1 Pet 2:9,4:12-14, Rom 8:15,5:1-5, Eph 1:11,4-5, Jam 1:2-4, Deu 31:6, Heb 13:5, John 10:28-30, Mark 16:15

Sermon Series: How Do I Know?Sunday morning sermon with Pastor Gary Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

Sabbath Summer: Week 7 ABOUT US Life Foursquare is a vibrant, diverse, community of believers in Decatur, Illinois that Love God, Love People, and are committed to Making Jesus Known We would love to hear how God is touching your life through this series! Let us know what's goinga on in your life, any prayer needs, or just connect with us by emailing office@visitlife.org! NEXT STEPS Have you made the decision to follow Jesus? Let us know! Text "Isaidyes" to 217-952-1447. To find out what's next, visit www.foursquare.life/nextsteps STAY CONNECTED Life Foursquare Church Website: www.Foursquare.Life Instagram + Facebook @LifeFoursquare GIVE To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: www.foursquare.life/giving • Text any dollar amount to 84321 to give. • Give through the Church Center App, and selecting Life Foursquare Church in Decatur Illinois #LifeFoursquareChurch #Foursquare #sermon #preaching #onlinechurch #livesermon #bible #theologyJoin us for worship this morning!

Continuing with our series “UNSTOPPABLE Church”, today Pastor Chase teaches on the Unstoppable Gospel. Paul laid the foundation of the unstoppable church and we get to build on it with our story which was changed by HIS story. So keep asking yourself, who am I, and what am I doing here?Key Scriptures:Acts 1:1-2, 9:5-6, 20:24, 28:23-28, Phi 3:13-14, 1:21, 2 Cor 13:5, 11:23-28, Rom 7:15-25, Ecc 7:8, 2 Tim 4:7,17-18, 1 Cor 3:10-11

Sermon Series: How Do I Know?Sunday morning sermon with Pastor Gary Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

Sabbath Summer: Week 6 ABOUT US Life Foursquare is a vibrant, diverse, community of believers in Decatur, Illinois that Love God, Love People, and are committed to Making Jesus Known We would love to hear how God is touching your life through this series! Let us know what's going on in your life, any prayer needs, or just connect with us by emailing office@visitlife.org! NEXT STEPS Have you made the decision to follow Jesus? Let us know! Text "Isaidyes" to 217-952-1447. To find out what's next, visit www.foursquare.life/nextsteps STAY CONNECTED Life Foursquare Church Website: www.Foursquare.Life Instagram + Facebook @LifeFoursquare GIVE To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: www.foursquare.life/giving • Text any dollar amount to 84321 to give. • Give through the Church Center App, and selecting Life Foursquare Church in Decatur Illinois #LifeFoursquareChurch #Foursquare #sermon #preaching #onlinechurch #livesermon #bible #theologyJoin us for worship this morning!

Continuing with our series “UNSTOPPABLE Church”, today Pastor Ira teaches on focusing on Multiplication. In God's kingdom His Church is unstoppable because it does not stop investing in people everywhere. As we continue this study of the first century church in Acts, see how this principle plays out with amazing results, that can apply to our lives as well. Key Scriptures:Acts 18:1-5,18-28, John 7:37-38, Eph 2:8-10, Isa 55:11

Sermon Series: How Do I Know?Sunday morning sermon with Pastor Gary Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

Continuing with our series “UNSTOPPABLE Church”, today Pastor Jodi teaches on how to speak the language of those you're witnessing to. When Paul the Apostle went into Athens, he was disturbed by all the idols he saw. This inspired him to bring the truth to those who seemed confused. What can we learn from Paul about his approach to sharing the Gospel? Come and learn from Acts 17 how to speak the language and expand the Kingdom of God in our culture today.Key Scriptures:Acts 17:16-34

Sermon Series: The Parable of the Lost and FoundSunday morning sermon with Pastor Gary Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

Sabbath Summer: Week 5 ABOUT US Life Foursquare is a vibrant, diverse, community of believers in Decatur, Illinois that Love God, Love People, and are committed to Making Jesus Known We would love to hear how God is touching your life through this series! Let us know what's going on in your life, any prayer needs, or just connect with us by emailing office@visitlife.org! NEXT STEPS Have you made the decision to follow Jesus? Let us know! Text "Isaidyes" to 217-952-1447. To find out what's next, visit www.foursquare.life/nextsteps STAY CONNECTED Life Foursquare Church Website: www.Foursquare.Life Instagram + Facebook @LifeFoursquare GIVE To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: www.foursquare.life/giving • Text any dollar amount to 84321 to give. • Give through the Church Center App, and selecting Life Foursquare Church in Decatur Illinois #LifeFoursquareChurch #Foursquare #sermon #preaching #onlinechurch #livesermon #bible #theologyJoin us for worship this morning!

Today we have our regional Pastor, Pete Akins, join us to speak about our story. The end of our story is more important than the beginning. King Hezekiah was known throughout most of His reign as the most obedient King in Judah since David… But he succumbed to pride in the end and will be forever known as the King who paved the way for the Babylonian Exile.  How can we live out our Christianity in such a way that we ensure that the ending of our story brings glory to Jesus. Key Scriptures:2 Chronicles 29:3-8, Isaiah 38:2-3, 2 Kings 20:16-19 

Sermon Series: The Parable of the Lost and FoundSunday morning sermon with Pastor Gary Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

Continuing with our series “UNSTOPPABLE Church”, today Pastor Ira teaches on Unstoppable Reconciliation. The greatest reconciliation in history took place on the cross. In the early church it transformed the culture. Today we are called to live in this same “reconciliation reality” that brings forgiveness, breaking down cultural barriers that we are all negatively impacted by every day. Key Scriptures:Acts 10:1-48, Mark 7:18-20, 1 Tim 2:3-4, 2 Cor 5:16-17, Gal 3:26-28

Sermon Series: The Parable of the Lost and FoundSunday morning sermon with Pastor Gary Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

Continuing with our series “UNSTOPPABLE Church”, today Pastor Kuulei teaches on radical change, completely new…. God is in the business of transformation.  Today we take a look at what transformation looks like in the life of the believer.Key Scriptures:2 Cor 5:17, Col 1:13-14, Eph 1:4-5, 1 Thess 4:16-17, John 14:1-3, 1 Cor 15:51-52

Sermon Series: The Parable of the Lost and FoundSunday morning sermon with Pastor Gary Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

Continuing with our series “UNSTOPPABLE Church”, today Pastor Jodi teaches on being an Unstoppable Witness. The Spirit of Jesus is always looking to “seek and save the lost.” Only 31.6% of the world claims the name of Jesus. We are all called to “do the work of an evangelist” but it can be super intimidating. Come and hear how a guy named Philip shared the Gospel and changed a nation and learn some basic, practical tools (including the “15-Second Testimony!”) to share the GOOD NEWS of Jesus with a lost and dying world.Key Scriptures:Acts 6:3-7, 8:26-39, 21:8-9, 2 Cor 5:17-20

Sermon Series: The Parable of the Lost and FoundSunday morning sermon with Pastor Gary Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

In this compelling episode of The Scope Forward Show, Praveen Suthrum interviews Jeff Glueck, a tech entrepreneur best known for leading Foursquare and Travelocity, who has now turned his focus to healthcare. Jeff shares his deeply personal story that inspired the founding of Salvo Health — a virtual platform redefining chronic GI care by integrating traditional medicine with lifestyle and environmental health practices.Jeff discusses the fragmentation in GI follow-on care, the unrealistic expectations placed on patients post-diagnosis, and how Salvo aims to close these gaps. The conversation also dives into the role of private equity, the pressures on community GIs, and why collaboration — not bypassing — is key to healthcare innovation.

Continuing with our series “UNSTOPPABLE Church” today, Pastor Ira teaches on Unstoppable Boldness. Once the disciples experienced the resurrection of Christ, Pentecost and filling of the Holy Spirit with signs and wonders, they went from hiding and denying they knew Jesus to living an Unstoppably BOLD life. This is the life we are called to. What keeps us from living as they did?Key Scriptures:Acts 4:1-21,31,1:8, 2 Tim 1:7,  Psa 118:20-23, John 16:15,15:5,20:21, Exo 3:10, 1 Cor 1:26-29, Luke 12:11-12

Sermon Series: The Parable of the Lost and FoundSunday morning sermon with Pastor Gary Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

Episode Overview In this episode of The Design Vault, hosts Albert Shum and Thamer Abanami explore the remarkable story of the Bandai Tamagotchi—a simple plastic egg with three buttons that revolutionized our relationship with technology. Born from Japan's economic "lost decade" and the rise of kawaii culture, this virtual pet created an entirely new paradigm for emotional engagement with digital devices. From Akihiro Yokoi's inspiration watching a boy unable to take his pet turtle on vacation, to the collaboration between toy company Bandai and design firm Wiz, the Tamagotchi pioneered concepts that would later define social media, mobile gaming, and AI companions. This episode reveals how a 32x16 pixel screen taught millions about digital responsibility while establishing the psychological phenomenon known as the "Tamagotchi effect." Episode Length: 31:36 Original Air Date: July 1, 2025 Hosts: Albert Shum, Thamer Abanami Key Segments & Timestamps The Perfect Storm: Japan in the 1990s (00:02:03 - 00:04:57) Economic "lost decade" following the bubble burst Imperial Palace valued more than California real estate Traditional consumer spending decline driving affordable luxury demand Rise of kawaii culture and character-driven design Gap in the market between expensive Game Boys and simple entertainment Cultural shift from pure utility to emotional design The Players: Bandai and Wiz Partnership (00:04:57 - 00:07:40) Bandai's 1950 founding as toy and hobby company built on licensed character merchandise Wiz as small independent toy design company led by Akihiro Yokoi New York Toy Fair dynamics and independent inventor ecosystem Albert's experience with Yakbak toy and Worlds of Wonder Collaboration model between toy companies and design firms The Inspiration: From Pet Turtle to Virtual Pet (00:07:40 - 00:09:20) TV commercial showing boy unable to take pet turtle on vacation Yokoi's vision: pets without cleanup, expense, or traditional constraints Original watch-based concept combining "tamago" (egg) and "ouchi" (watch) User testing preference for separate keychain device over wristwatch Extreme focus on simplicity driven by cost constraints and portability needs Gameplay Mechanics: Digital Responsibility (00:09:20 - 00:11:11) Evolution-based gameplay responding to player care and engagement Battery tab activation creating "no pause" always-on experience Feed, clean, discipline, and play interactions with visible stats Character evolution from simple forms to unknown outcomes based on care quality Japanese vs. US version differences: death vs. "returning to home planet" Physical Design: The Egg That Changed Everything (00:11:23 - 00:15:56) Cookie-sized plastic egg in pastel colors (baby blues, soft pinks, gentle yellows) Postage stamp-sized LCD screen creating "window to another world" Three circular buttons in triangular pattern below screen Keychain attachment as fashion accessory and personal expression Cracked egg aesthetic revealing the digital world within Tactile button engagement and fidget factor importance Digital Design: Maximum Expression from Minimum Pixels (00:16:06 - 00:19:54) Character design: Emotional expression through kawaii aesthetics 32x16 pixel constraint: Screen only 1.2" wide by 1.5" tall Sound design: Piezo speaker creating urgency and emotional connection through frequency modulation Interface hierarchy: Main screen with top row caring icons and bottom row status indicators Top row functions: Fork/knife (feeding), ball/bat (playing), light bulb (sleep), syringe (medicine) Bottom row status: Happy/sad faces, cleanliness indicators, health meters, sound controls Technical Innovation: Constraints as Advantages (00:19:54 - 00:21:39) Lifecycle simulation and personality development algorithms Random event generation following B.F. Skinner's variable reward research Complex technical sophistication hidden behind simple three-button interface No manual, setup routine, or EULA required Display cost constraints driving creative interface solutions Cultural Impact: The Tamagotchi Effect (00:21:54 - 00:23:42) Pioneering emotional attachment to digital devices Preview of current technology relationships and smartphone behaviors Creation of new social behaviors around technology Influence on parent-child dynamics with devices Global phenomenon crossing age and gender boundaries Technology personification and relationship development patterns Technological Legacy: Always-On Digital Worlds (00:23:47 - 00:25:38) Persistent world concept with continuous gameplay loops Service-based interaction model requiring ongoing engagement Downloadable content precursor through feeding and care requirements Connection to modern social media engagement patterns Foundation for current "always-on" digital experiences Business Transformation: Character-Driven Products (00:24:53 - 00:26:18) Establishment of virtual pet product category Demonstration of emotional connection value in technology Cross-promotion and special edition marketing strategies Character extension into both virtual and physical product ecosystems Cross-cultural product design success from Japan to United States Gamification Blueprint: The Engagement Playbook (00:26:18 - 00:29:46) Core mechanics: Regular check-ins, care-based rewards, progressive difficulty Achievement-based evolution and social proof elements Connection to modern apps like Foursquare and social media platforms Digital addiction patterns and FOMO (fear of missing out) creation Dopamine hit trigger-reward loops in social media engagement AI companion relationships and emotional attachment concerns Ethics of emotional engagement vs. emotional manipulation Modern Relevance: Lessons for AI Design (00:29:01 - 00:31:36) Enduring design principles: simplicity, constraint, and emotional connection Balance between technical sophistication and intuitive interfaces Understanding intended and unintended consequences of emotional engagement Control mechanisms and user agency in AI relationships Implications for agentic AI development and human-AI interaction design Connect With The Design Vault The Design Vault explores iconic products from the innovation-rich 1970s-early 2000s, extracting strategic insights for today's designers, engineers, and business leaders. Each episode combines nostalgic storytelling with actionable lessons for modern product development. Subscribe: Available on all major podcast platforms including Spotify, Apple, and more Follow us: Instagram: @thedesignvaultpodcast, LinkedIn: Thamer Abanami, Albert Shum We'd love to hear your thoughts, episode ideas and feedback via the links above. Credits Hosts: Albert Shum and Thamer Abanami Editor: Rachel James Intro Music: Red Lips Media LLC Brand Design: Rafael Poloni  

Sermon Series: I Am FreeSunday morning sermon with Pastor Gary Clouse from Valley Community Church in El Monte, CA.Note: This message is available in both audio and video formats on our website. Notes are also available in PDF format.

Continuing with our series “UNSTOPPABLE Church” today, Pastor Jodi teaches on Unstoppable Obedience. In life there are always changes taking place, whether for good or for bad. Sometimes the Lord asks us to obey Him in ways that don't make sense and when we do choose to trust and obey, He blesses us in unimaginable ways. Saying “Yes” to the Lord is both scary and exhilarating, but in all of it, God is faithful, good, and He is for us.Key Scriptures:Acts 1:4, 14:21-23, Mat 28:19-20

Why this is an opportunity not to just rearrange the deck chairs on the Titanic - but actually fix what's wrong with America. How can the Democratic Party change its mindset? How, according to Joe, must it change - from a party to a movement? How can we talk about defending democracy and break through?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the increasingly complex omnichannel customer journey, it seems like attribution is getting harder than ever—do you know which of your marketing tactics are really driving sales, or are you flying blind when it comes to measurement? Joining us today is Arianna Vogel, Senior Director of Product Marketing at Foursquare, a leader in location intelligence and measurement, helping marketers navigate the increasingly complex world of attribution, enabling them to develop strategies that cut through the noise and drive real results. RESOURCES Foursquare: https://www.foursquare.com Catch the future of e-commerce at eTail Boston, August 11-14, 2025. Register now: https://bit.ly/etailboston and use code PARTNER20 for 20% off for retailers and brands Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Don't Miss MAICON 2025, October 14-16 in Cleveland - the event bringing together the brights minds and leading voices in AI. Use Code AGILE150 for $150 off registration. Go here to register: https://bit.ly/agile150 Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company