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This hour, guest host Ian Hoch speaks with Dr. Patrick Porter, expert in brain health and founder of Brain Tap, joins the show to provide discuss the soaring numbers of dementia cases.

Salon.com Contributing Editor Heather Digby Parton: Trump's Frighteningly Bizarre Cabinet Nominees May Get Free Ride From Spineless GOP SenatorsAmerica's leading public interest lawyer & consumer advocate Ralph Nader: Ralph Nader Assesses Election Outcome, Democrats' Multiple FailuresDeath Penalty Information Center Executive Director Robin Maher: Human Rights, Religious Groups Urge Biden to Commute Federal Death Sentences Before Trump Takes OfficeBob Nixon's Under-reported News Summary• Bhopal's disaster still lingers, 40 years later• Trump's plans "impoundment" to freeze appropriated funds• Judge's decision a major win for labor in WisconsinVisit our website at BTLonline.org for more information, in-depth interviews, related links and transcripts and to sign up for our BTL Weekly Summary. New episodes every Wednesday at 12 noon ET, website updated Wednesdays after 4 p.m. ETProduced by Squeaky Wheel Productions: Scott Harris, Melinda Tuhus, Bob Nixon, Anna Manzo, Susan Bramhall, Jeff Yates and Mary Hunt. Theme music by Richard Hill and Mikata.

Our special Halloween podcast episode was streamed live on Halloween, but it was just too scary-awesome not to share with you….  Most mortgage pros feel trapped in a haunted house of inconsistent income, where leads vanish like ghosts and referrals are as scarce as full moons. It's a frightening reality for many mortgage pros, plagued by unresponsive clients, dead leads gathering cobwebs, and pipelines running bone-dry.  These spooky symptoms are enough to give anyone the chills—but here's the twist: with just a few eerie-sistible strategies, you can scare away scarcity, resurrect those “lost” leads, and cast a spell of consistent growth in your business. Are you clinging to the belief that borrower scarcity and ghosting clients are just the nature of the game, when this haunting, growth-killing mindset might be the very curse holding your pipeline in the graveyard? What if a few “ghoulishly good” strategies could put an end to sleepless nights, transform “ghost” clients into loyal fans, and break the spell that keeps mortgage pros trapped in the income dungeon? In this Halloween special episode, we're conjuring up 3 frighteningly easy strategies to breathe life back into your borrower pipeline and keep the clients rolling in. Spook your competition and watch your pipeline fill up, leaving you cackling all the way to the bank! You'll also learn: How to stop borrowers from ghosting you with a powerful little-known strategy How to resurrect dead leads and turn them into raving fans  Simple ways to automate your follow-up and keep the haunt out of high-value leads Strategies for putting your pipeline on hyper-growth that won't die by Halloween next year Why waiting for business is scarier than cold calling (and how to flip that fear on its head once and for all) About Your Hosts Considered by many to be the nation's leading Mortgage Marketing Coach, Doren Aldana is the founder of several highly acclaimed training programs, including Autopilot Referral Systems, Client Acceleration Formula and the 7-Figure Lender Academy. He is a contributing author for Mortgage Professional America, CMP Magazine,The Mortgage Journal, and other mortgage industry publications. He is also the founder of the #1 mortgage marketing group on Facebook, The Art of Mortgage Marketing. Since 2005, Doren has trained thousands of mortgage professionals how to utilize his mortgage marketing secrets to close more deals with less effort, regardless of market conditions. In fact, due to his high-impact mortgage marketing solutions (and a whack-load of success stories), Doren was awarded the prestigious “Best Industry Service Provider” award three years in a row at the Canadian Mortgage Awards. Won the BEST INDUSTRY SERVICE award three times in a row.   Penny Wrightly is a seasoned mortgage professional and expert in creative lead generation. With years of experience in the industry, she has built a reputation for thinking outside the box to find opportunities where others don't. Penny specializes in helping mortgage pros expand their networks, create valuable partnerships, and boost their business even in challenging markets. Her hands-on approach and innovative strategies have made her a sought-after speaker and coach for those looking to thrive in the competitive world of real estate and finance.     Check out this episode on Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, and don't forget to leave a review if you like what you heard. Your review feeds the algorithm so our show reaches more people. Thank you! 

Nicole and Rich are keeping things spooky for Halloween today. Rich haunted us by saying that reading was only for women, Nicole's son Keegan put his pants on backwards twice, and his teacher informed Nicole that Keegan is unorganized, like her. Frighteningly, Rich broke his daughter's trust while cutting her nails and now owes her a shopping spree. Nicole shares her spooky story of arriving at a Morning Mash Up recording an hour early, all due to the haunting of daughter Parker's cornet. Have Kids, They Said... is a SiriusXM Network Podcast made by Nicole Ryan and Rich Davis.If you'd like to send us a message or ask a question email us at HKTSpod@gmail.comFollow on social media:Instagram @havekidstheysaidpodNicole @mashupnicoleRich @richdavisand @siriusxm

OpenAI has started rolling out advanced voice mode for ChatGPT, but this will be for those with subscriptions (which start at US$20 per month). But how good is it, considering how robovoices on online videos are so awful on the ear? Lester Kiewit speaks to Nazareen Ebrahim, CEO of Naz Consulting International.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Charlie, a non-binary sci-fi fantasy writer, and their husband Brian as they delve into the importance of celebrating our works in life. Misconceptions about humility and the significance of commemorating achievements are discussed, alongside insights on spirituality, interconnectedness, and resisting negative forces. This thoughtful discussion revolves around themes of co-creation, gratitude, and finding joy in small victories, ultimately advocating for a balanced approach to life's endeavors.Support us on: https://ko-fi.com/cedorsettBecome a patron of the arts patreon.com/cedorsettFor Educational Resource: Wisdoms Cry https://wisdomscry.comFor all of the things we are doing at The Seraphic Grove go to Creation's Paths https://www.creationspaths.com/BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/creationspaths.comThreads https://www.threads.net/@creationspathsInstagram https://www.instagram.com/creationspaths/Transcript:Charlie: [00:00:00] The apostle James reminds us that faith without works is dead. But works without celebration are a dull monotony that will bring us to our knees and cause us to stop doing whatever it is we were doing. So let's have a little chat about celebrating our works and what that actually means. Charlie: Hello everyone. My name is Charlie. I am a non-binary scifi fantasy writer, and I am joined by my wonderful husband Brian. And today we're going to be talking about celebrating our works. Because this is something we do not do. And it's I think rooted in a very understandable and common [00:01:00] misunderstanding of humility. Where we think humility is not talking, it's keeping your head down. We have confused the concept of humility. We have confused the concept of humility with obedience or subservience. That is not what this word means. That is something that the Imperial church and the patriarchal powers that be want humility to mean. That's not what it means. Humility means everything in its proper place. So something doesn't take up more space than it ought. Now that is also a fraught definition because we can add onto that all kinds of misogynistic homophobic and racist terms about how much space something ought to take up. What that really comes down to is not centering ourselves anywhere really, because we are not the main character of the [00:02:00] story. It's about taking up the space, deserved the space that is required for the thing to have. If you've done something and you want to celebrate it, celebrate. That is not an in humble act. If every time you have a conversation with somebody you were bragging about a thing. Then it is taking up an excess space. Brian: An easy exercise. Entertaining exercise to do. And everybody's daily life. Is when you're in a conversation with somebody or actually when there's a group of people. Having a conversation. And it's your time to. Not be involved with the conversation, just observe and watch. You will see. Someone inevitably. Start stepping over other people's moments to speak. Because humility is knowing, this is the moment where I'm supposed to occupy this space of the conversation. [00:03:00] And then knowing in other moments, I'm not supposed to occupy the conversation. And inevitably you'll have a conversation where say somebody is talking about something in their personal life. And it is on the focuses on them or on the subject of their conversation. And another person will step in and be like, and it's all about me. And me. And be, and completely forget. Like. That was not the topic at that point. It's very interesting. Way to see, oh, this is what is humble. And this is what is not humble. You know, How to occupy those spaces because it always fluctuates. It changes. Charlie: This is where I like to apply what I, in my own brain called the Muppets rule. Miss piggy is too boastful. And Kermit is too quiet. Brian: They're both not humble. Because Kermit at times needs to be more assertive [00:04:00] needs to fill the leadership role. That Kermit. Is cast in and at times, miss piggy. Needs to step back. And not be in the leadership role when she is not supposed to be in the leadership role. There are times when she is supposed to be . A facilitator or a leader. And. Times when she is supposed to be outspoken. Charlie: So learning to have this. Much more proper view. And embodiment of humility really is the heart of everything that we're talking about in all of our spiritual work. I was talking about this with a friend the other day who is just learning. Magic and just learning to walk the path. One of the things that I brought up is how people very often get up in their head and are like, oh, I am so special because I am interacting with the grand energies of the cosmos. I am interacting with the grand spirits of the cosmos that yeah, everyone does on a daily [00:05:00] basis. You're just more conscious of it and not special. That's called being a live. I think that's where. We get really lost and confused in a lot of this. The Imperial church especially has wanted to relegate mystical activity and any true connection with spirit. To something that only a chosen few have access to. That when we start having those experiences. We tend to puff ourselves up and go, I am one of the chosen, I am one of the blessing ones and that's no, you're like the rest of us. You're just allowing yourself to be conscious of the experience that most people ignore or allow to go unremarked upon. It's rabbi David Cooper points out in his wonderful book. God is a Verb. The point of all of this is to learn to be Goding. G O D I N G. Goding, [00:06:00] we are living God in every moment and in everything that we do and in so doing, we are interacting with angelic and demonic forces, angelic forces, being those that are bringing benefit and blessing and good into our lives. And demonic forces bringing in misfortune and illness and back bad things into our lives. Everyone is experiencing those every day. They may not be labeling them angelic and demonic but to many people when they start using those labels are suddenly like all I have the center of the great cosmic war for the universe. Because angels and demons are warring over me. And that is not the case. I think that when we start talking about inspiration, which is a big part of the work is learning to access that Imbas to access that Awen. Again, people feel special. Ah, the inspiration is upon me. Because again, the Imperial [00:07:00] church has locked this idea of the great men who wrote the Bible. Did so under the inspiration of God. The awen of God. The Shifa of God, the influx of power. Can you came upon them. And so again, only special people. No, no, it's not only special people. These are the people that have been remembered. Not everyone will be remembered but everyone has access to those energies to that inspiration to that influx of divine. Power that can come in and give us the strength that we need to accomplish great and amazing things. That is really what needs to be celebrated here. Look, I grew up in a Baptist church. I grew up in non-denominational churches and evangelical churches. And it's not uncommon. To hear people say, That you should just give God the glory for all the things that happened in your life. I'm not opposed to [00:08:00] that. But if you are doing that in such a way that you are. Not allowing yourself to have any apparent agency. This is a word we've used a lot here. This freewill, this agency. That as we're reminded by the apostles, the spirit of the prophet is subject to the will of the prophet. We are not blind puppets in any of this. So when we allow ourselves to remember that, And act from that place. We are participating. As Matthew Fox. And his book, original blessing reminds us. We are co-creators with God. We are cooperating with the divine to make this world what it is. That cooperation deserves celebration. Bye the way most people give glory to God. It is in a way that deprecates. Their own contribution. Brian: Once again, God wants your love. Not your sacrifice. Even if it's [00:09:00] sacrifice of your own. We'll or a sacrifice of your own. personhood, that's not humility. God wants you to occupy that space that they have given you. That they have put you here to occupy. And doing anything less than that is actually in a way sacrilegious. Yes. You're supposed to. That's your space. I enjoy it. and celebrate it. Charlie: And you need to take it as your own. We talk about Elijah in a lot of ways, I've often marveled at how he had a problem with this, right? He can stay in there on the mountain and called down the fire of God onto the literally has water poured upon it. Sacrifice on the hill, right? Demonstrating all this divine power and then slaughter. 500 people in the riot that ensues afterwards. Right? But. He then flees into the mountains and hides because he's unworthy. I think this shows the imposter syndrome that we get ourselves into and why [00:10:00] it is important to. Learn how to celebrate our works. We're in this season of Lunasa. So we're in the season of harvest the first fruits and we're taking time to. Either collect or recognize the labors that we have done so far this year and celebrating. Those harvests. Brian: It is also so important to celebrate one's works because, To get into the forces of evil or darkness or energies that work against us. Through bringing us down. There are the direct optimizational ones, the ones that use violence that try to take. Ours are piece from us. But there is also the more insidious where it tricks us. It works within our free will, but it tricks us to give it up. In understanding humility in particular as moments to celebrate our words. It makes it much harder to get tricked into giving up our own peace. If you're giving up [00:11:00] our personhood. In giving up that space. That we are supposed to occupy. It helps to protect us from giving ground. To evil, I guess you could say to be very old-school biblical about it. Charlie: Also many of the works that we are called to. Are very long-term projects that may never be finished in our lifetime. When we're talking about Tikkun Olam the restoration of the world, right? The. Mystical work that we're doing. The. Just building a good family . For those who have children, you may not know. The end result of what, of, what you've done with your children. Because their lives will. God willing. Extend beyond yours, right? So many of the works that we do have such a long-term. outcome, right? Brian: This is where I like to remember. The phrase that you taught me. I strive daily to make perfect to that, which God has already made. Perfect. [00:12:00] That's Paul Paul. Strive daily. Every day, it's a struggle. Every day. It's not done. It's never done. It's never completed. Every day, I work with humility. For sure. These I don't pay. Backslide every day I should be celebrating creep, you know? The worms and celebrating. And recognizing them. Charlie: And when we don't take time for those little celebrations. Because the great work we'll not be finished in our lifetime. the grand vision of a utopian world where all perfection rains, and there is no sorrow or grief, and we have cured all disease. Whether or not, you think we will ever get there or not. It is a worthy goal to strive for. Right. We want the world to be a better place and succeeding only better in every generation. We won't get there. It's not, there's not going to be. It's so far off in the future. The idea that we will [00:13:00] have anything remotely like a panacea and we probably won't have a actual panacea. We will have a whole bunch of medicines. That help cure and treat various ailments. But we need to celebrate every little thing. You get a little sketch done celebrate it. You get a little story done, a little poem done. Celebrate it. You finished cooking dinner, celebrate it. In celebrating those little victories. We are reminded that good things are happening. This is the greatest tool of the enemy. When Paul says we wrestle not against flesh and blood. But against powers and principalities in high places. This is one of the things that he's talking about. That. It's not talking about just, oh, there are demons. It's these pervasive attitudes of, oh, it's not, you're not really doing enough. You will never be able to do enough. This [00:14:00] is an incremental change. It's not going to actually amount to anything. There's so much negativity and cynicism. That is perpetrated in the world because it empowers those who are already entrenched in power to get us to believe that what little we can do. Isn't actually worth doing, because it isn't achieving the grand sweeping goals that we want to achieve. Look, I am very open about my opinions, about a lot of things that we should have as far as healthcare and various political. Stances right. But I am opposed to the revolution. The reason for that is not because I don't think that it would be glorious if we could snap our fingers and suddenly make everything right with the world. I know history. History teaches us that. Revolutions tend to fail. Revolutions. I become solipsistic. They turn into themselves. They start seeking [00:15:00] the enemies of the revolution. And become their own downfall. They sowed the seeds of their own downfall. I think this is very well typified by the French revolution. The French revolution had lofty and beautiful plans. Beautiful goals. Beautiful aspirations. That led to the terror and led to a whole bunch of people having their heads chopped off, which led to a revolution that led to another revolution that led to Napoleon. So all of this democratic fervor gave us the first emperor of France. Oh, that backfired. And we can see this also in the American revolution. The American revolution led to the civil war. All of the compromises, all of the grand statements, all of the very abrupt change that was tried to have in the creation of the United States. It makes a direct line. to. The civil war, the civil war was inevitable. Through the three-fifths compromise [00:16:00] through. Just, we can go through the whole list. Abrupt revolution, sows, the seeds of its own destruction. Because if people aren't ready for the revolution, this is the problem that Christianity had in the first three centuries. Here comes Jesus. Broke into history. With this radical idea. And it really shouldn't be a radical idea, but it is. Said in Hitchhiker's guide to the galaxy 2000 years after somebody was nailed to a tree for saying, wouldn't it be awfully nice. If we were kind to each other. Which is, Hey. Great summation. Of what happened, love God with all your heart, mind, and spirit and love your neighbor as yourself. Ooh, crucify him. But that radical idea. And it is a radical idea. Because he. Talked about being nice to people outside your tribe. Outside your kin group, outside your language group. , he very much just talking about taking care of people outside your social economic class. . You should treat the [00:17:00] poor, well, the people that who are in prison. The people who are hungry, who are thirsty. He tells the story about the good Samaritan. He's this, these are radical thoughts. And radical ideas. That. I don't think strike us as radical as they were at the time. And this is why they had to be co-opted by empire. They had to be co-opted by empire. They're too radical to survive. What we see throughout history. How did this movement then continue. The Roman empire was great at crushing things that didn't like. We don't talk about Apollonius or Mithraism. Or, or, or, or right. But Christianity survived. Partially because it was successfully co-opted. But also because there were too many people. Who felt this change who felt this kinship? Who felt this connection? We're celebrating it even in quiet. In the secret places in [00:18:00] overt places. They celebrated the work. And it was able to survive. Down to us today. That even with all of the problems caused by the very overtly Imperial church that we see in Rome. To the evangelical. Christian nationalism that is threatening to take over the country. There are still those who hear the still small voice. The simple message. Love one another. This is how they will know you, that you love one another. As I have loved you. This is the message we get from Christ. And it is so simple that it sounds trite. But it is the hardest. Thing. To do. And if we're not celebrating all of the little victories. Yes, we want peace on earth. But ending squabble in your family is part of bringing peace on earth. Yes, we want to make sure everyone is fed. But, you know what? Sometimes finding enough money to make sure that your kids have lunches. These little moments [00:19:00] of celebration. And they could be tiny. when I was a kid. I didn't understand why we said grace before meals. it's a weird thing to do. I'm hungry. I've had to smell this food being prepared all this time. And now we're going to stop. Most of the time in our family, we said silent grace. We'd no one actually prayed over the food. We all just stopped. About our heads for a minute. And then someone would say, amen. And that's when we knew we could eat it wasn't something that we actively. Took part in, right. You know what I'm saying? It wasn't a group effort. For the most part, it was only on holidays and special occasions that somebody would say grace for everyone. And it's weird. Why are we doing this? I've smelled this food being prepared. I'm hungry. It's right here. Why can't I eat? And it's because taking that little moment of celebration. Either to say, thank you for the person who cooked the meal, which is. Frighteningly lacking in most people saying grace. Somebody made that food [00:20:00] for you. Your mom, your dad. Your spouse, somebody made it. A friend of yours, whose house here at a chef at a restaurant that you're sitting there, somebody made that food. You may have made that food. But somebody made that food and you should be. Thankful and grateful and celebrate. That process and of itself, but also taking that moment. Because I grew up. I'm in a family of farmers with. A lot of farmers around us. To be thankful to the people who grew the food. To the animals. They gave their lives for that food. To the plants. They grew those vegetables in that those fruits. Taking that time to be grateful. To be thankful to celebrate. All of the work, all of the work that you didn't see, you weren't there when that seed was planted and that. Plant was tended in heart and harvested. All the people that it took to get it from that farm. To the store, to the table. To celebrate that. Gives meaning to [00:21:00] what you're having. And you realize that you are part of a community. Every time you sit down and have a meal. You were part of a community, even if you. And this is what drives me. Wild about people who are like, oh, I did this all myself. No you didn't. If you grew that carrot. Planted the seed. From a seed that you had harvested before. With season before. I grew that carrot. Harvested that carrot. Cooked that carrot. You still didn't do it alone. Rain. All of the soil, bacteria, all of the worms, all of the insects that help to fertilize and make things possible. There's a whole myriad. Of creatures that were responsible for bringing that carrot onto your plate. Beyond you, we never do anything. You can't even digest your food alone. The gut bacteria that live within you, the flora and fauna inside of you. Make available to you, the [00:22:00] nutrients in there, you can't even digest your food alone. Taking that moment of celebration. For all of that work. That you don't see, you don't see all of the little bugs that are helping you to get the most out of that food inside you, that we're working in the soil. to make sure that plant had the nutrients that it needed. You weren't seeing any of that. Taking that moment. Reminds you that even if you are alone, Even if you're as isolated as you could possibly be. And you grew that plant from seed and harvested and did all that work. You didn't do it alone. We are never alone. That's what celebration. Can bring us. It's not just this gratitude or this moment of peace on, in the great work where we realized. I accomplished something. It's infant testimony, small little piece. Which is great and wonderful, and we need to be celebrating this thing. But also reminding ourselves. The vast hoard of [00:23:00] creatures. Big and small. Necessary. For even the smallest thing. To get on your table. We're not alone. We are never alone. And those are the lessons we've learned from celebration. That's what we get. From taking those times that time. And those moments to celebrate. And that's true for everything. You didn't make that painting by yourself. Somebody probably made those paints. And if you made your own paints, somebody probably harvested the materials that were made for those paints. And even if you harvested those materials for yourself, they came from plants and minerals and stuff that had an entire cosmos. Conspiring for those pigments to come into being. That's what it means to give God the glory. When you give God the glory for what happens. God is living in all things. God is the one in whom we live moving. RB and not just us, everything, the cats, the dogs. The ants, the butterflies. The little bacteria. And [00:24:00] the great storms. They all have their being in the OneLife. That interconnectedness, that. Profoundly. Deep interconnectedness. Needs celebration. Because as I've said, It's way too many times people are probably tired of hearing me say it. We are forgetful. We are easily distracted. The little pains that we have in our lives. Can I quickly make us forget of all the friends that we've ever had. All of the good things that have ever happened to us. That's where gratitude and celebration come in. They're taking those moments to remember. To celebrate and to be glad in it. I think that's a pretty good thing. I think that's something we should be doing more of. In every aspect of our lives. Every time we finish an episode of the show. We have a little bit of celebration. Y cause we got another one recorded. Every time. Every step along the way from doing the thumbnails, that show up. To getting it [00:25:00] posted a little bit of celebration. ' cause it's work. It's labor. And it can become monotony. It can become drudgery. Every time I write a word, a sentence. A story. A little bit of celebration. In fact, this is one of the reasons why in my own personal life, I've started writing short stories again. Because every idea I've been working on are these grand epic tomes that take forever to do. Charlie: And I know I need these moments of celebration where I can celebrate the work. So I'm going to write some short stories. Harvest a little bit of that joy. That little bit of those little moments of, I finished a story. Yay. And really have that joy in my life. Because while I agree with tick, not Han. That basic joy is there. Because no matter how depressed I've been in my life and I have. Suffered from depression off and on my entire life. You breathe. You enter that mindful state, basic joy is sitting there waiting. It [00:26:00] is. We're easily distracted from it. And so celebrating is how to remind ourselves. Hey. Pay attention. There are good things. Don't ignore the good things. I hope this has meant something for you. I hope that this has helped you out. Celebrate something. In fact, if you go to https://www.creationspaths.com/. Find this episode. And in the comments there. Let us know. What are you celebrate? If you're listening to us on Spotify right there. Right. Where you're listening to us, you can comment right there. let us know. what are you celebrating? If you're watching us on YouTube or YouTube. Just under the dupli. Do.You can leave a comment, let us know what you're celebrating. Celebrate. Just take a moment and say, I am happy take a moment to celebrate. And while you're there, if you haven't liked subscribed or any of the things that you can do on all of the platforms that this podcast is out on, that really helps us out a lot. Also remember sharing what we're doing really helps us out a lot. If you're subscribed to our email list for [00:27:00] the email to somebody you think would really like this episode. share us on your social media, that helps out a lot. And of course, if you have a few pennies that you can throw our way, if you head over to https://www.creationspaths.com/, you can join the sub stack over there, which helps us out a lot. Also, we're going to be putting out some classes over there that you will get first access to. If you're supporting us over there. You want us to support us on https://ko-fi.com/cedorsett and patreon.com/cedorsett on both. And. That goes to support everything that I'm doing, the art, the music, the stories. And this. thank you so very, very much for listening. Blessing and light be upon you in all of your endeavors. Amen. Brian: Amen.[00:28:00] Get full access to Creation's Paths at www.creationspaths.com/subscribe

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New Age practices in the Church are on the rise. To understand what is meant by “New Age” it is basically a combination of metaphysical beliefs, spiritual techniques, and ancient rituals that have become popular in Western society over the last few decades.They often involve a mix of Eastern Mysticism, Neo-Pagan religion, and occultism. These practices tend to focus on personal transformation or enlightenment by tapping into universal energies or developing psychic abilities.Frighteningly, many of these occultic practices have infiltrated the Church and are being taught to unsuspecting Christians – (many of whom are really Christians in name only) - as being part of their faith. Some of these “New Age” practices may appear to look innocent – but it must be understood that even the most innocuous practice is backed by Satan and his intention to keep as many as he can, entangled in his lies and falsehoods. In this Podcast, we expose several of these demonic practices with a call for the legitimate children of God to contend even more earnestly for the true Faith which was once for all delivered to the saints. (Jude 1:3)Support the Show.Visit our website: https://agapelightministries.com/

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Would you walk over 500 miles to discover the truth of who you are - the raw, naked, truth? In this episode we are joined by Rev. Anne Gardner to discuss her book And So I Walked: Reflections on Chance, Choice, and the Camino de Santiago. Using the famed pilgrimage path as a backdrop, Gardner's memoir weaves together her personal narrative with the physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges presented by the Camino.  You can learn more about Anne at her website, https://www.anne-gardner.com

Find me and the show on social media @DrWilmerLeon on X (Twitter), Instagram, and YouTube Facebook page is www.facebook.com/Drwilmerleonctd TRANSCRIPT: Announcer (00:06): Connecting the dots with Dr. Wilmer Leon, where the analysis of politics, culture, and history converge. Wilmer Leon (00:13): Welcome to the Connecting the Dots podcast with Dr. Wilmer Leon. I'm Wilmer Leon. So here's the point. We have a tendency to view current events as though they occur in a vacuum, failing to understand the broader historical context in which most events take place. During each episode of this show, my guest and I will have probing, provocative and in-depth discussions that connect the dots between current events and the broader historical context in which these events occur. This will enable you to better understand and analyze the events that impact the global village in which we live on today's episode. The issue before us is anti imperialism in the US today. What is it and what is it not? And for insight into this, my guest for the discussion is the chair of the coordinating committee for the Black Alliance for Peace, an editor and contributing columnist for the Black Agenda Report and the Green Party candidate for vice president of the United States in 2016. Ajamu Baraka, as always my brother. Welcome. Ajamu Baraka (01:21): Good to be here, Dr. Leon. Thank you. Wilmer Leon (01:24): So today's topic is based on a piece in Oroco Tribune entitled Anti Imperialism in the US Today, what it Is and Is not. It's written by Stanfield Smith and he opens his piece by quoting the late Cuban president, Fidel Castro, saying there is an enemy that can be called universal, an enemy whose attitude and whose actions threaten the whole world, bully the whole world. That universal enemy is Yankee imperialism. Ajamu your thoughts on Castro's assessment, especially in the context of the recent president Joe Biden and a bipartisan group of lawmakers urging the Republican controlled House of Representatives to take up this $95 billion military aid package for Ukraine, for Israel and Taiwan and other allies, especially understanding if the United States wasn't using Ukraine as a proxy, you wouldn't need that money. The United States is funding the genocide in Gaza and is also trying to use Taiwan as the tip of the spear against China. Ajamu Baraka. Ajamu Baraka (02:45): Well thank you so much for that question because it's a very important question and a very important conversation that we have to have. Fidel's position is in alignment with my position, the position I've been advocating or arguing for the last few years that one of the issues among left forces in the US primarily and also in Western Europe is that they seem not to understand the difference between a primary and the secondary contradiction. That is that they don't seem to recognize that for many of us in the colonized world, in the global south, in the northern states, but in those parts of the northern states where we are exploited and nationally oppressed, that for us the primary enemy, if you'll emanates primarily from the US and is Western European allies, we see the US and Western European allies as Fidel sees them as in fact representing an existential threat to the rest of collective humanity. (04:02) Therefore, that enemy becomes the primary objective of our political activity. Now, some western left leftists, they confused by that and so they will look at some of the issues or contradictions and some of the emergent socialists countries or countries with socialist aspirations, countries that are just trying to build some kind of progressive movement in their nations to have some breathing room for development but who find themselves as a consequence in the crosshairs of the US and US policies attempting to undermine their projects and these leftists will focus in on those internal issues, giving left coverage and rationalization for the targeting of those nations. We see that as fundamentally contradictory. We see that as in fact reactionary confusing what should be the primary objective, which is the defeat of Western imperialism with the internal issues in these various states as equal and they are primary and secondary contradictions are in fact that they are different. Wilmer Leon (05:28): You mentioned the United States and its Western European allies and what is even ironic now is many of those Western European allies are finding themselves being victimized by US imperialism. We're looking at over the last seven months to a year a dramatic decline in productivity in Germany as a result of the United States blowing up the Nord Stream pipeline. Now Europe is having to pay exorbitant amounts of money for natural gas. We find that impacting Britain, we find that impacting France. We find that all over Europe and and now for example, for those who may have listened to the interview with Russian president Putin and he's supposed to be the villain and Donald Trump mentions moving away from NATO and folks in the United States were screaming, how can Donald Trump talk about NATO like that in the United States attacked a NATO ally in act of war in blowing up Nord stream. So again, you mentioned the US and its allies and now American imperialism is even attacking its Western European allies. Ajamu Baraka (06:57): Exactly. I mean it's really amazing. I mean look, one of the objectives of the proxy war in Ukraine was in fact to ensure that there would be policies that would disarticulate the Russian economy from western Europe, specifically from the German economy. And the objective there was to weaken the German economy and also by extension various Western economies in order to make the further exploitation and in fact the intensification of the exploitation of the European market more favorable to US capital and the Europeans and the European ruling class fell right into that trap and to make sure that that plan was successful. As you indicated in your question, the US ensured that there would be no backsliding by blowing up Nord Stream two. They knew that once the German workers, once many European workers and even parts of the middle class woke up to the fact that they had got suckered into supporting this aggressive war in Ukraine and that they were being negatively impacted, that there'd be political pressure on these various states to reverse course and to reengage with the Russians. Whether us said, oh no, you're not going backwards. In fact we're going to make sure that by blowing up this pipeline and making sure that you remain now dependent on the importation of liquified natural gas coming from where from the us as Anthony said, the secretary of state of this is a marvelous opportunity. And so that was part of the objective of this war. It was a war to enhance the positionality of US capital in Europe. Wilmer Leon (09:08): In fact, going back to, I made reference to Vladimir Putin's interview with Tucker Carlson and Putin raised the question, he says, well, you blew up part of Nord stream because folks don't know there's Nord stream one and Nord stream two. He said, you blew up part of Nord stream, one of the pipes still works. Why don't you turn it up? He said, Europe can get natural gas from Russia through Ukraine. There are pipelines running through Ukraine that could carry natural gas to Europe. He says, turn it up. He says, there are pipelines that run from Russia through Poland. You can get natural gas through Poland. He says, why don't you turn those up? It all goes back to Western hegemony and imperialism. Ajamu Baraka (09:58): It goes back to the issue of the European ruling class that understanding that they have interest that are really counter those of the US and that irrational policy of allowing themselves to be suckered into this proxy war and not looking out for their own national interests is resulting in real political issues within their countries. Not only the issue of natural gas. You and I talked about on another one of your programs, this issue with using the Ukrainian war, the US capitol that's gone in and basically bought up some of the best land in Ukraine and are now exporting from Ukraine various agricultural products. They are using the war as a battery realm to avoid or to circumvent the requirements of the importation of agricultural products across Europe and imposing the products from Ukraine into various European markets as an act of solidarity. Well, the problem with that of course is it's undermining the positions of European farmers across Western Europe. (11:24) And so you find that farmers and places like France and other countries, I say, Hey, wait a minute, we are now losing money because of our markets now being flooded with wheat and other products coming in from Ukraine. What is this? We have to engage in production by very clear meticulous requirements, regulations, and now using this solidarity issue with the Ukrainian war, you are undermining our position. You're undermining our ability to make a living. And so that's causing real political issues in these various nations. So these policies being pursued by these European nations are really such that they are putting themselves in a position where they are creating issues for themselves politically that they're going to find it very difficult to reverse very soon, as a matter of fact in the next few months. Wilmer Leon (12:34): And in fact to that point talking about agriculture, there are farmers in Germany that have been protesting for weeks. They're dumping manure in the roads, they're doing a lot of activism, real on the ground, practical activism to show their resistance to the policies that you're mentioning. And also they're incredibly angry because a lot of the subsidies that the government was providing to them in order to offset the price differentials that they were experiencing as a result of flooding the market with Ukrainian products, those subsidies have been cut if not totally eliminated as the German government, as the French government, as other EU countries are sending more money to Ukraine, so many of them, many of these Western Europeans are experiencing a lot of the same issues there that many in the United States are suffering here. As our infrastructure is in decline as our schools are underfunded, as healthcare costs are going up and people are, as homelessness is on the rise, we can find 95 billion to send to Ukraine and to send to Israel and to send to Taiwan. All three of those fights are fights that would not be ongoing if the United States hadn't started them. But we can't seem to find the way to take care of Americans here in the United States. Ajamu Baraka (14:05): We can't find the way Dr. Leon because we can't have an honors and open and free national conversation because the same interests that are advancing themselves in Western Europe of the same interests that control the means of communication in the us. And so therefore a conversation with the people of the US around what really makes sense in terms of policy. Does it make sense to have 886 billion devoted toward defense? So-called defense or should we use some of those resources to in fact address issues of homelessness, invest in education, create the conditions where everybody can have access to healthcare pay for free education up to through the university level. US population is paying a price for supporting the policies that only are benefiting a small minority of the population, in fact about 1% of the population. So that kind of understanding that kind of discussion, it's not taking place, it's only taking place in spaces like this in alternative media spaces and as a consequence it makes it very difficult for us to turn the corner with advancing policies that make more sense, that address the real interest of the American people Wilmer Leon (15:49): And in this piece, anti imperialism in the US today, what it is and is not Stansfield Smith, he draws the distinction between progressives and anti-imperialist. He says that imperialism uses human rights and democracy issues in countries that it is targeting for regime change as a rationale for foreign interference and that many progressives swallow and even join in these disinformation campaigns to support these moves where in contrast, anti-imperialist, they focus on uncovering and bringing to light US disinformation and interference in national sovereignty. So can you elaborate a little bit on this issue? He talks about progressives versus anti-imperialist you use in many instances, use the term the left if you could because we hear these references, we hear these terms baned about all the time and many people mistakenly think that they're all the same, but in fact they're not. Ajamu Baraka (17:01): Well, they really aren't and I'm glad you raised that question. I think the way Stanfield is using that term and many others, when you talk about progressives, you're really talking about liberals and maybe social Democrats. That is those individuals who have politics and very similar to say for example Bernie Sanders who's a social democrat, who have a soft socialistic orientations Bernie Sanders, Cornell West, as opposed to elements of the left that are not only anti imperialists but of course politics that suggest that this global system of colonial capitalism has to be transcended and be replaced with a new kind of political economy, one that's organized around socialistic lines. And so that to me constitutes the left, the real left if you will. But even within that camp, if you'll, there's still some issues in terms of how one gets to socialism and that's where you have some of the confusion because even among the left, they will sometimes find themselves inadvertently often providing political cover to the US because they are in opposition to a particular nation's experiment, be it Nicaragua, Cuba or Venezuela, Peru or Bolivia, that if the politics aren't developing in ways in which these western leftists believe they should be developing, if they don't correspond to some kind of imagined model, then they will, they begin to criticize those experiments at the same time, did those experiments find themselves in the crossheads of US subversion? (19:08) That's backward. It's backward and it's contradictory. So that is the issue that Smith is alluding to in that very important article. Dr. Leon? Yes, there's another element to this, okay, (19:25) Even the way in which the bourgeoisie, meaning the bourgeoisie, meaning the ruling class has used and weaponized democracy and human rights in order to obscure real interest in undermining these various nations as a consequence of gods. They're not going to be able to use those weapons like they did in the past because they have now been exposed. It's quite clear to so many people around the world and even people within the US the hypocrisy of those positions. What happened to the responsibility to protect a component of humanitarian intervention in order to protect the human rights of certain collectives? It doesn't exist when it comes to the Palestinians. So they have undermined in their own short-term greed and their own short-term pursuits to undermine a very important and powerful weapon that used to use to be able to obscure their reactionary politics Wilmer Leon (20:39): To that. It is really amazing when you look at how long the been exposed to the genocide, how long that struggle has been ongoing and how quickly things turn post October 6th. One of the ways that I have described it is I tell people that Israel has bombed the world into reality that now that this horror, now that this genocide is playing itself out on your telephone screens, not to mention your computers and your home screens, the atrocities, the reality of these atrocities have just decimated the myths Ajamu Baraka (21:39): Exactly, and they're never going to be able to return back to the ideological status quo. They have exposed themselves, we are seen behind the curtain and we understand now the reality of the naked power that they are exercising to try to maintain their global control. We now see the nature of the settler colonial project in Israel, and by extension we are getting a better understanding of the settler colonial project in the territory called the United States of America. At the core of these projects is the reality of naked violence to establish those regimes and to maintain them. So that understanding of the nature of colonialism coupled with a deeper understanding of the nature of capitalism disconnected is radicalizing millions of people across the globe and millions of people within the US So the politics going forward are going to be fundamentally different, but it's going to be different but even more dangerous. (22:53) Dr. Leon, why without the ideological weapon that they were able to use to impose conformity and support for their policies, now they're going to be more and more dependent on the use of naked force. That's why you find the naked use of force in various local environments. That's why you see in Atlanta, for example, the use of RICO laws to criminalize the opposition to cop city. These are examples of the hysterical reaction from the rulers to this change in consciousness. That's why the O rule three is facing federal prosecution because of their to the policies in Ukraine. So the repressive apparatus and the repressive network of the state is being strengthened and being utilized against this growing consciousness that's being manifested within the United States of America. Wilmer Leon (24:06): And another place where I believe that we're going to see this manifest itself is in the Middle East itself. Hassan Nala, the head of Hezbollah in Lebanon recently gave a speech where he said, and I'll paraphrase, he said, basically for as horrific as all of this is, he said, this is really going beyond the Palestinians and that this is an issue for the entire region. And there have been a number of interpretations of that statement. What that says to me is he is not only speaking to the Palestinians that he and speaking to Anah in Yemen and others, he's letting the United States know he's letting the west know that you all are about to start a global conflict that he's saying everybody in the pool and because they see themselves as facing a common oppressor, they see themselves facing a common enemy and he's saying, you all are about to ignite a fuse, the likes of which you will not be able to exterminate or put out, and it's going to be all adults in the pool, and the result isn't going to be very positive, Ajamu Baraka (25:34): Dr. Leon, and what's going to really like that is if there is in fact a ground assault in Rafa, the Egyptians have already said that that can very easily result in the cancellation of Camp David, the Saudis have said that there's going to be dire circumstances. This is going to see what has happened is that these policies have forced these monarchs and all of these Arab and Muslim right-wing elements to have to respond to the pressure that they're feeling from their own populations. So horrific what is happening in Gaza, they can no longer collaborate under the table with the us. They are being now forced to take more forthright positions in opposition to what is happening in Palestine that you couple, what is happening on the Israeli Lebanon border was Hezbollah. You look at what is happening with the Hutu that have basically shut down shipping as it relates to ships going into and supporting Israel, and you see that these unwise policies are creating a situation that can very easily span out of control and even elements within the US believe that this has gone too far. (27:16) And that's why you find some fleeting commentary from genocide, Joe talking about that the Israelis have gone over the top because now they understand the real possibility of this igniting a regional conflict that they're not going to be able to control. If it does in fact lead to that, and they know that you have leadership in Israel, you have a lunatic that's in power. You have a right wing racist settler regime that is engaged in murder, not only supporting the murder in Gaza, but they are actively murdering Palestinians on the West Bank. Over 400 Palestinians have been murdered by settlers since October the seventh. So this is creating a situation that's untenable, and so there has to be a pullback. Yesterday the Moody credit agency downgraded Israeli stocks and downgraded the economy. So there is a real economic consequence now developing. So it's a very dangerous situation that the wiser elements of the international ruling class is saying, we've got to get a hold of this Wilmer Leon (28:47): And talk about how this hypocrisy of the United States has been exposed, is being exposed and the international reaction, what I mean by that is as we sit and look at the genocide that is taking place in Gaza and the United States is paying for it, the United States is arming it. And on one hand you hear Tony Blinken saying, I'm traversing the region, I'm talking to the leaders. I'm asking them to be very careful. Basically what he's saying is he's asking for a kinder, gentler genocide and Joe Biden is saying that we are concerned about the Palestinians and while in fact he's not telling Netanyahu, I'll just pull the plug on your money and we'll put a stop to this thing in about two or three days, days. What's your take your sense as you travel the world and speak to those around the world, how is that hypocrisy resonating around the world? Ajamu Baraka (29:54): The result of this is that the US has lost prestige, will never regained, that the world understands that the US and Europe is basically finished and that nations are deciding that they're going to put their eggs is a different basket, and that basket is called bricks. This emerging group of nations that now control something like 36% of global GDP as opposed to the G seven that's controlling about 30%, the shift has already taken place materially. Now the shift is taking place ideologically and politically. So it is a shift in momentum is a recognition that for all intents and purposes, the decline of the west is irreversible, but it's also a recognition of the danger that all of this poses for all of us because it becomes quite clear when you see the support that all of the western nations have given to the Israeli fascists that the west is prepared to blow up the world before they voluntarily surrender power. Wilmer Leon (31:19): Now wait a minute. Wait a minute. Elaborate on that because a lot of people will hear you say, blow up the world. Oh, that's hyperbole. Oh, he's just being over the top. Oh, that Aja mu Baraka. He's so dramatic. But no, that's real talk. Ajamu Baraka (31:36): Yeah, it really is because they're still flirty with the possibility of nuclear confrontation in Ukraine. There's still the possibility of some kind of wild and reckless attack by the Israelis on Iran and even the use of a nuclear weapon. There is the situation we haven't touched on yet, that is the unwise policies of the part of the US in providing support to and propping up and encouragement to the government on the island of Taiwan, the provocative moves being made in the South China Sea, the whole pivot toward Asia. There is always the possibility of these situations escalating to a nuclear confrontation. And it seems like that there are elements within the foreign policy community that believe that they in fact can not only escalate, but they can engage in a first strike and win. There are people openly talking like Dr. Strange love and talking about the possibility of winning a nuclear confrontation. (32:55) That's what makes it so incredibly dangerous because when you have missiles in western Europe, for example, in and Poland and Romania and other places that are theoretically defensive according to the us, but the Russians know that they can be recalculated if you'll or refitted in a matter of minutes and to become offensive, which means that you have the ability to strike from say, Poland to Moscow in six minutes. Now you have the Russians who are on a head trigger alert, they have to launch on warning because you can't allow your nuclear arsenal to be caught in the silos. So when you had situations in the past where there were computer glitches where one side thought that the other side had launched, launched, we had 30 minutes to correct it, we have documented situations where that in fact happened at least on two or three occasions. How do you do that when you are on a trigger hair launch or warning in six minutes? So it's very, very dangerous. So that's what we are referring to. This is not hyperbole. People talk about in five years I'm going to be doing so and so and so I'm like, are you sure you're going to be here in five years? Yeah, I'm being dramatic because I'm being for real. We can see the possibilities of these maniacs escalating a situation to the point of a nuclear confrontation because the amateurs, Dr. Leon, (34:36) The gap between the leadership in places like Russia and China and the US and in western Europe, it's never been bigger before. They don't know what they are doing and that's what makes us so incredibly dangerous for all of us. Wilmer Leon (34:54): You just mentioned the mistake being made, and that is not theoretical. I want to say it was 1983, a Russian, I don't even know what his title is, but he's in a silo in a Russian silo. His name is Stanislav Petrov, and he is a missile technician, I'll call him, sitting in a Russian silo looking at his screen and he sees a blip on his screen. And the protocol is when you see this blip, you push a button and when you push that button, silos open, missiles come up, we're ready to launch. But he thinks that there's something wrong with the blip on his screen. And thank God he did because by his taking just a couple of minutes to be rational and to think, what he found out was it wasn't an incoming missile. It was a mistake in a software program that miscalculated or misinterpreted something that was transpiring. (36:05) So that was 1983. Folks can look this up. Stanislav Petrov is his name, and if it hadn't been for him, we would've been in a nuclear conflict. What you just talked about in terms of missiles in Poland and Yugoslavia and other places, that's one of the big reasons why Russian president Putin is so hell bent on Ukraine not becoming a part of nato because he says, and he's right, if Ukraine becomes a part of nato, NATO will put missiles in Ukraine. You've now cut my response time from seven or eight minutes to three minutes, which means Stanislav petrov, God bless his soul, that doesn't work anymore. Launch on notice. And the other point is Putin has made this point a number of times saying, look, you guys got to understand something. I got missiles too. I got missiles like you got missiles. And in the west that gets spun as Vladimir Putin is threatening to use nuclear weapons. No, what he's telling you is if you think you can come in here and punch me in the face, understand I can punch back. I have what you have. And now what we're seeing from a technological perspective is what they got is a little better then what we're used to seeing. So this is not hyperbole, this is not fantasy. This is real talk. Ajamu Baraka (37:59): Yeah, no, they have demonstrated with supersonic weapons that they have Wilmer Leon (38:04): Hypersonic Ajamu Baraka (38:05): Hypersonic weapons. They have a technological advantage of us and not been able to catch up with yet. It's very dangerous Wilmer Leon (38:14): Minute. Wait a minute. To that point, when President Biden, I'm sorry to interrupt you, but I want people to understand this isn't theoretical high hyperbole. When Joe Biden sent the USS Gerald Ford into the Mediterranean Sea as a show of force to Hezbollah and to the Houthis, Vladimir Putin said, Joe, why are you doing this? You're not scaring anybody, you're not scar. He said, these people don't scare, and oh, by the way, we can sink your aircraft carrier from the Black Sea with our armed missiles, the Ken Jaw missiles, he said, and they're hypersonic. You won't even know they're coming until your aircraft carrier is sinking. That's real talk. Ajamu Baraka (39:19): And what's also kind of funny but tragic at the same time is that while they are engaged in provocative activity in the Endo Pacific region outside of Taiwan and in the Taiwan straits, the Pentagon has war games, a confrontation between the US and China, and I think we talked about it before, and they were lost every time, Wilmer Leon (39:48): 25 out of 25. Ajamu Baraka (39:50): So it's like, what are these people doing? What are you doing? The whole concept that was coming out of the project for a new American century in which they argued that the US had the capacity to fight two theater wars simultaneously that should have been put to rest when they lost both in Afghanistan and in Iraq, basically global solve nations. But now they are actually a few months ago you thought they were really going insane because they are fighting in Ukraine and they are fighting in Ukraine. Make a mistake about that is the Ukrainians are dying, but this is a Western and US ward, while at the same time they were needling the Chinese. So it's like what? You all are going to fight the Russians and the Chinese at the same time? It wasn't making and they Wilmer Leon (40:48): Are allies. Ajamu Baraka (40:51): Yeah, well, part of the conflict, Wilmer Leon (40:54): You got to throw North Korea in there too. Ajamu Baraka (40:56): Well, part of the conflict water of the element that we didn't talk about, when you talk about what's happening in Ukraine in terms of the secondary objectives of this proxy war, it was to weaken the Russians to the point where they would not be a very effective ally to the Chinese. The target was not just Russia, it was Germany as we talked about, and the Chinese. So they were creating a situation where they were going to win regardless of what happened in their own imagination. Wilmer Leon (41:27): There are some neocons that thought you could go at China directly. There were some neocons that believed that you could go at Russia directly, and then there were others who believed the way you get to China, you've got to go through Russia. Ajamu Baraka (41:42): Yes, exactly. All Wilmer Leon (41:44): Are wrong. All are wrong. Ajamu Baraka (41:47): They were proven wrong. I mean the Russian economy was supposed to be destroyed, be destroyed as a consequence of this conflict. And as Putin indicated in that interview that the Russian economy is stronger than there's ever been. Every time they have imposed series of sanctions against the Russians. Even Putin said this a couple of years ago, it allowed him to impose economic reforms that he couldn't have done without the sanctions. He made the oligarchy disengage from the European economy and reinvest and the Russian economy. So they have become more economically independent as a consequence of these sanctions. So it's always been counterproductive and you have some realists in the US foreign policy community that predicted that. But the realists have had to take a second, have had to stand back and allow these neocons who have been driving policy in both parties for the last 20 years basically or more. And the result is the US is weaker than it's ever been since the end of the second imperialist war that we call World War ii. Wilmer Leon (43:14): Another example, and I think a more practical example, and what I mean by practical is it doesn't involve the oligarchs. It involves the everyday Russian person. One of the things when President Biden told us that as a result of this Ukraine conflict that he was going to turn the ruble into rubble, and by imposing sanctions on the Russian economy, one of the things that they were projecting was or predicting was that the Russian citizens would run to the Russian banks and take their money out of the banks and put their money other places. And what Putin did was he raised the interest rates. One of the things that he did was he raised the interest rates that the banks would pay on deposits. So the Russian citizens found, oh, I'll make more money if I leave my money in the bank. And what a lot of people don't know about him, dude has a PhD in economics. Not only is he an attorney, he has a PhD in economics. So he has a little bit of understanding. He has a better understanding of econ than Joe Biden. Ajamu Baraka (44:41): I mean Joe Biden's a moron. I mean most of the US leadership are morons. One thing we can say about Barack Obama, though he was not in that same category. He was just a slickster. And same thing with Bill Clinton. But the quality of the leadership in the US state has been a mean, been dangerously. Frighteningly are incompetent. And that's the thing that scares me the most, that we are going to trip up into a situation that the US is not going to be able to reverse and all of us will suffer as a consequence. Look, when you hear no matter what your opinion may be a Putin or a President Xi when they speak and even the way they comport themselves, these are adults, these are statesmen. If you'll, and you compare that to these idiots in the US started with genocide jokes and these idiots who are making policy both in the Democrat and Republican parties, there's no gravitas, there's no worldly sophistication. They're just like country bumpkins. They are so incredibly unsophisticated and adolescent. That's the term that I use to describe US culture. It's an adolescent dangerous culture. And because it has so much power, that's what makes it so incredibly dangerous to all of us that people need. If you haven't seen this check out that interview, you can have your views about Putin and the cartoon characters that's been drawn up for you by your bosses, but you cannot conclude that this is not a states person with a sophisticated understanding of the world. Wilmer Leon (46:46): If you look at a couple of examples of what you're talking about, particularly as it relates to the Chinese, I'm not even going to get into Secretary Lavrov because that dude is oh, just brilliant. But Wang Ye, the foreign secretary of China early in the Biden administration, Tony Blinken was supposed to meet with the Chinese delegation in Anchorage, Alaska. And so they all convene in Anchorage and Blinken starts lecturing the Chinese and they look at him and they say, whatcha doing? You have no idea who you are talking to. We didn't come here to be lectured by you. We're China, we hold your debt. You don't hold out out. Ajamu Baraka (47:52): What was so incredible about that was this was the clumsy attempt on the part of the Biden administration to assert their white maleness. They're going show it was whiteness. We going to show we running the show with these Chinese. I mean it was incredible. And like you said, the Chinese Wilmer Leon (48:17): Said the sick men of criticize, Ajamu Baraka (48:19): You're not competent enough to criticize us, Wilmer Leon (48:21): Right? Our culture is thousands of years old. And then you've got the whole spy balloon. What a lot of people don't understand is Tony Blinken said, I'm going to China to meet with President Xi. He was not invited. He said, I'm going to China. And G said, no, but he said, I'm coming to China. So usually diplomats are welcomed in Beijing. President Xi said, okay, well if you're coming, I can't remember the name of the city, but there's another city where they send lesser caliber diplomats and folks that they really don't want to deal with. He said, I'm going to send you here. I'm not going to meet you in Beijing and I'm not even come see you there. And Blinken got embarrassed and that's when the balloon comes in the jet stream, the weather balloon comes in the jet stream as weather balloons will do. (49:30) And they used that calling it a spy balloon as the basis of, oh, you're sending a spy balloon, therefore I can't come see you. No, it was, Xi didn't want to totally embarrass Blinken by saying, I'm not going to let you in my country. What he said was, I'm going to send you off to the hinterlands and you can go on a tour if you want to. And Tony Blinken said, well, no, I ain't doing that. I mean, those are just examples and they don't get explained as such by Western media, but that's what really happened. Ajamu Baraka (50:10): Look, Dr. Leon, I was in China a couple of months ago. Wilmer Leon (50:14): There we Ajamu Baraka (50:14): Go. Wilmer Leon (50:16): Am I right? Ajamu Baraka (50:18): You are absolutely right. I'm going to tell you they can't can't be defeated. This what they are building there is absolutely incredible. I'm sitting on this bullet train going from Beijing to Shanghai, and I had a cup of water and I was doing something and I put it down and I realized, oh, the water's on the floor cause fly when you do Amtrak. You know how that on Amtrak, (50:52) They have this tick or take thing on the end of the car that tells you how fast the train's going. We sitting there going 325 miles an hour. It's like you're not even moving. You're going across the countryside is flat plains. And then you look up and then there's a city with skyscrapers, and I don't want to go into it too much, but what I saw in just those few days I was there was incredible. And so they're not keeping allowing people to understand what's happening in China. They have an urban development policy that when they create these cities and these communities, every social service in that community has to be within a 15 minute walk. The hospitals, the schools, the elder care, 15 minute walk is fully integrated everything that you need. So you compare this and what I saw in terms of infrastructure, it made the US look like, unfortunately, like a developing country and see the bourgeois there, they know this, but they're not telling the US population how far behind the US has fallen. Wilmer Leon (52:18): Well, and a perfect example of that is 5G technology. The Chinese approach, the United States, I'll say now, 15 years ago about working with the Chinese on developing 5G, and the United States said, no, we don't need to work with you on that. And so China went ahead and developed 5G. And with that we're talking about the internet of things and the ability of your refrigerator to talk to your cell phone to talk to your car, all of that kind of stuff. And so now when you turn on your phone, it says 5G, but the United States does not. All we really have is faster 4G. It's not truly the 5G technology that Huawei and other Chinese companies have developed. And they're now, they're on their way to six and seven G. We just don't get it. Ajamu Baraka (53:26): And the funny thing about it too, the US thought that they were going to undermine the Chinese by undermining the ability to have access to advanced Chips, chips. But they are rapidly developing their own capacity for that. And see, people don't understand as part of the struggle with Taiwan, also the home of one of the largest semiconductor chip factory in the world. Wilmer Leon (53:55): Psc, is that what? It's Ajamu Baraka (53:56): Something like that, yeah. Right. And that reincorporation of Taiwan into China would be a nonviolent and relatively seamless if it wasn't for the agitation on the part of the us. This notion that Chinese want to invade Taiwan militarily is all complete and utter nonsense. There is a political process there. There was developing in favor of the Chinese until the last few years when the US really began to ramp up is meddling within the Taiwanese political system. So that's part of the issue that basically the technological advances that the US has, and they still have some, that gap is being progressively narrowed down. Wilmer Leon (54:50): And as we move on to our final segment, there have been studies and reports put out by various elements within the government that if China were to invade Taiwan, and that's not on anybody's drawing board, I always challenge folks that want to have this conversation with me, show me one time where President Xi Jinping has said that they're planning to invade China. You can't find it because they're not going to do it. But the United States says if that were to happen, the United States would blow up the TSC, I think it's TSC chip manufacturing facilities so that they would not fall into the hands of China. And now China has designed its own chips, it's on its way. Necessity is the mother of invention, and China is on its way. I want to tie something else into coming back to the northern hemisphere, and that is this immigrant conversation. (56:01) All of this conversation about the Republicans in the house are trying to hold up this defense bill because they say there's not enough money for the immigration bill. But in all of this bipartisan discussion about immigration, nobody talks about the American foreign policy in the region as in Central America and South America that is basically forcing these people to leave their homes and come here. The analogy I use is if you're sitting in your basement watching a game and water starts coming down your stairway, you want to close the basement door instead of going upstairs and figuring out, oh, either your tub is overflowing or your sink, your kitchen sink is overflowing. They just want to close the, they don't want to turn off the spigot. And the way you turn off the spigot is by changing your policy. That is decimating the economies of Nicaragua decimating the economies of all of these other countries in central and South America. They never talk about the US foreign policy policy that creates the motivation or motivates these folks to want to come here. They just talk about building a wall to keep 'em in Mexico. Ajamu Baraka (57:31): No, they don't talk about that. And what's interesting too is that you remember at one point the Democrats pretended to be the party of progressive immigration policy, but who talks about that now? Now they are the party that has embraced the same kind of policies of Donald Trump border security expanding a wall. So there is consensus now among both wings of the ruling class represented by the Republicans and the Democrats on this issue of so-called border control. And they're never going to talk about the kinds of imperialist policies that are decimating the economies of Central America and parts of South America driving immigration. That's not part of their analytical framework. And so an understanding of these forces, again, has to come from sources like your show and other alternative sources that help people to understand the complexities of the world and sometimes how simple some things are. Like you destroy an economy and people have to find a way to survive, and they are a few hundred miles away from the most powerful and richest country on the planet. We need to go there. It's quite simple. So this is what has to be dealt with a better understanding on the part of people in the US to these issues and understand that you have more in common with understand. Understand that basically if we're able to put a break on these imperialist policies, these exploitative policies in Latin America, in South America and in the us, then we have the material basis for all of us to live a little better. So that's really where we need to be going. That's the level of understanding we have to arrive at. Wilmer Leon (59:47): And you talked about, I'll use these words, the misinformation and the disinformation in western media. I want to hit on one more thing, but before you go, if you can just give me two or three more minutes, and that's Haiti, and that could be three hours on its own, but this is from the Washington Post this week, rebel leader who ousted risid set sights on Haiti's current leader. The crisis here keep compounding armed. Gangs have forced more than 300,000 from their homes. The police are outgunned and overmatched. Half the people don't have enough to eat. This Caribbean nation of 11 million has no dramatic democratically elected officials. The National Assembly is empty, the presidency is vacant. That's left Arial Ri, the unelected and deeply reviled prime minister in charge appointed by president jovial Moise days before. Moise is still unsolved assassination in 2021 on re was due to leave office on Wednesday, but is so far successfully stymied a political transition. They're talking about GI Philippe coming back into Haiti. And this is written as though the United States has had absolutely no involvement in the decimation of Haiti. And so people read this from the Washington Post and they go, oh, these poor, ignorant, silly Haitians, they just can't seem to do anything for themselves. We must intervene and save them from theirselves. Doesn't talk about GI Philippe. And he was an American operative and how much time he spent in American prisons and how, by the way, does he get back into Haiti after none of that ajamu Baraka? Ajamu Baraka (01:01:37): You're absolutely right. And the situation in Haiti has become almost untenable. And that's how they wanted, he was reinserted into Haiti to intensify the chaos, to make the situation even more ripe for outside intervention. They don't trust him. He doesn't trust them. But there is a convergence of interest, short-term interest that is Wilmer Leon (01:02:05): Financial interest, Ajamu Baraka (01:02:07): Financial interest, political interest, right? Is it terrible situation in that country and one that we have to continue to monitor because the result of this situation is the possibility of more violence inside the country as the consequence of those issues. Wilmer Leon (01:02:23): And this is another example of the United States through what it created called the Global Fragilities Act. It is creating the fragility and then claiming we now have to use the US military to go in and resolve the chaos that we created in the first place. Ajamu Baraka (01:02:41): Exactly. That is the objective. That could be the end result if we don't stop it. Wilmer Leon (01:02:50): Brother Ajamu Baraka, I want to thank you so much for joining me today. Ajamu Baraka (01:02:54): My pleasure. Thank you so much Dr. Leon. Wilmer Leon (01:02:57): I want to thank you all for listening to the Connecting the Dots podcast with me, Dr. Wilmer Leon. Please stay tuned for new episodes every week. Also follow and subscribe. Leave a review, share the show, follow me on social media. You can find all the links below in the show description. I'm going to see you again next time. Until then, I'm Dr. Wilmer Leon. Have a great one. And remember that this is where the analysis of politics, culture, and history, converge talk without analysis is just chatter and we don't chatter on connecting the dots. Peace and blessings. I'm out

In Episode 44 of Secret Level, we discuss Peter Jackson's classic 1996 horror comedy The Frighteners, which is a completely bonkers film, but also so much fun to watch! We offer some interesting behind-the-scenes insight on the movie and also have some fun just talking about how freakin' weird of a film it is! This was the last feature film that Michael J. Fox starred in and it was Jackson's first big studio film before landing The Lord of the Rings trilogy gig. This film was so different from anything we were seeing made at the time, which is why Fox signed on to star in it. We had a a lot of fun talking about it and we hope you have fun listening! Enjoy the show!  Follow us on Twitter and Facebook - @GTSecretLevel

Paolo is most responsible for bringing horror to Sweden with his films Feed and Canceled. The former, on top of being an enormous cinema and streaming success, recently netted him a Guldbagge, a prestigious Swedish film award.  On today's episode, Willy, with the help of Kylie and Tadeo, interviews Paolo about writing horror, drawing on his experiences both as a screenwriter and a producer. Helping us understand what words to write on the page and how to get them onto the screen.  If you wish to learn more about Paolo or get in contact with him, you can find both his bio and email address on his website: https://vacirca.se/

Imagine the unique challenges of running a family business. In this episode, we explore the intricate interplay of family dynamics within the business world, a realm where more than 70% of American enterprises operate.We share our stories of success and adversity, the highs and lows, as we balance the demands of business with the bonds of family. Building a thriving business is challenging in itself, and when you factor in family relationships, it becomes a distinct set of challenges.We delve into the complexities of this dynamic, discussing the resilience required to navigate the sometimes murky waters of familial involvement in business. We examine how personal growth can lead to more positive interactions and how parenting styles shape decision-making in the business context.Our discussion includes valuable insights into family communication, conflict resolution, and the importance of caring for family members on both personal and professional levels. Discover constructive ways to address disagreements and explore the transformative potential of running a family business.Join us for an enlightening journey that will expand your understanding of family businesses and offer valuable insights applicable to any workplace. Tune in and embark on this insightful exploration with us.Order Traveling Light wherever you get your books!Sign up at bfreakingawesome.com to get the latest news, insights, and episodes straight to your inbox.Follow Be Freaking Awesome on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, and Instagram.Let us know what questions you want to be answered and discussed by emailing us at podcast@bfreakingawesome.com.

After a FRIGHTENINGLY long hiatus, the boys are back and launching right into the SPOOK-Ticket Podcast 2023!A few weeks ago, renowned "little piss boy" Nick paid a visit to Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights 32 where he braved some Haunted Houses, Scare Zones, theme park ravioli, and a very horny dance show.He recounts his TERRIFYING tale in GRAVE detail for James, who is freshly home from his six-month romp in Idaho.Don't forget to rate, review, subscribe, and try the ravioli.RESOURCES TO COMBAT ANTI-LGBTQ+ LEGISLATION:https://cfgalla.org/community-resources/https://linktr.ee/acluflhttps://www.thetrevorproject.org/https://www.transtexas.org/MERCH AVAILABLE NOW!https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-c-ticket-podcastFOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@cticketpodINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/cticketpod/TWITTER: https://twitter.com/CTicketPodEMAIL US:cticketpod@gmail.comMusic:Delightful D Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Is erectile dysfunction a sign of cardiovascular disease? What are the treatment options for heart failure with preserved ejection fraction? What three things should GPs know about HIV?In this episode, Professor Michael Kirby talks to MIMS Learning editor Pat Anderson about erectile dysfunction. He calls it a ‘frighteningly common' condition that affects up to 70% of men as they get older, and says that it can be a sign of cardiovascular disease. Additionally, medical editors Dawn Liz Powell and Sangeeta Krishnan discuss heart failure with preserved ejection fraction. Then, deputy editor Rhiannon Ashman joins them to bring you three key points about supporting people with HIV. Visit MIMS Learning to record your learning and claim CPD credits. You can visit the website version of this podcast to make notes and keep a record of your learning. MIMS Learning offers hundreds of hours of CPD for healthcare professionals along with a handy CPD organiser.Useful linksHeart failure Diagnosis and management of heart failure with preserved ejection fractionHeart failure: latest developments learning planErectile dysfunctionCardiology - erectile dysfunction and the heartErectile dysfunction - red flag symptomsHIVGuidance update: latest guidance on HIVHIV-associated malignanciesRegister to access contentRegister for a free MIMS Learning healthcare professional account Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Preached on Sunday the 19th March, 2023.The betrayal of Judas was an evil act motivated by greed and love of money. Frighteningly, the spirit of Judas is not so far from us, for at whatever point we prefer something else above Jesus, we are guilty of the same sin. Yet even this gross act of evil by Judas did not disrupt God's sovereign plan, rather the Son of Man goes as it has already been written. In Christ crucified God offers the world forgiveness of sins. Judas never repented, but what will be the end of your story?

The C.O.W.S. (Context of White Supremacy) #TheCOWS14Years welcomes Dr. Jessica S. Wallace live for Super Bowl Sunday! An assistant professor at the University of Alabama at Tuscaloosa #RollTide, Dr. Wallace is a Harvard trained epidemiologist with a doctorate in kinesiology from Michigan State University. We learned about her work a few weeks ago when Dr. Julie M. Stamm visited our program to discuss tackle football and brain damage. Specifically, Dr. Stamm cited Dr. Wallace's fascinating research that investigates "racial disparities" in knowledge about concussions. Specifically, her work suggests that White coaches, parents and scholar-athletes are more informed about concussions than their black counterparts at all levels. Frighteningly, black parents in Dr. Wallace's study demonstrated a high level of overconfidence about their understanding of brain injuries [Gus has seen this many times over the years]. We'll discuss this week's report from Boston University which once again showed that it's nigh impossible to play tackle football without damaging your brain computer. Importantly, Dr. Wallace found that black children are substantially more likely to be concussed as a result of off-the-field violence. #BrainComputer #DamarHamlin #TheCOWS14Years INVEST in The COWS – http://paypal.me/TheCOWS Cash App: https://cash.app/$TheCOWS CALL IN NUMBER: 605.313.5164 CODE 564943#

The latest on Anthony Davis doesn't exactly inspire confidence from Anthony and Harrison. Neither do reports that the front office might not be allowed to trade their picks. They finish on whether LeBron not playing might be a message to the front office for an ESPN game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big pharma are running a MASSIVE global marketing campaign, trying to convince us that weight loss drugs are A Good Idea. I'm looking at you, Novo Nordisk! Join me and my extremely outraged guests Dr Fiona Willer & Ragen Chastain, as we revisit the dastardly history of weight loss medications. Past experience has brutally demonstrated that far from improving human 'health', these drugs have proven to be (spectacularly profitable) human disasters - most of them have been removed from the market for harming or killing people. Big pharma cares about profits, not lives. Have we learned anything from the sins of the past? Frighteningly, it seems like history is about to repeat. Don't believe the hype - do not miss this two part deep dive into the devious and deadly world of weight loss drugs!

180. It's a SPOOK-A-BILLY FREAK-OUT! Frighteningly fun, ghoulishly cool and terrifyingly terrific! It's the Aztec Werewolf,™ DJ Del Villarreal's annual "Boo Kat, BOO! The Spook-A-Billy Show!" Over 4 hours of the wildest Halloween Monster 50's styled rockin' songs to enjoy -all treats! No tricks! We've dug up classic cuts from Zacherle (the cool ghoul!), The Five Blobs, The Midnighters, Screamin' Jay Hawkins, Tarantula Ghould & Her Gravediggers, Bobby 'Boris' Pickett & The Crypt-Kickers, Nervous Norvus, Rod Willis, Sonny Day, Bobby Bare, Jack Hammer, The Big Bopper, Bracey Everett & even Screamin' Lord Sutch! Whew! Not to be outdone, we've also unearthed recent rotting recordings from The Sirocco Bros., Slink Moss Explosion, Dean Fiori & Bloodshot Bill, Marcel Bontempi, Dominic Halpin, The Messer Chups, The Memphis Morticians, Voodoo Swing, Reverend Horton Heat, The Neanderthals, The Cadillac Tramps, The Radions, Delta 88, Peter & The Wolves and Murray Robe! The best way to celebrate the 2022 spooky season is with DJ Del's "Spook-A-Billy" spectacular program -pleasant "screams," boils & ghouls! 

Did you know the number one reason most pet business adverts don't work is because they are BORING?   They don't grab attention, and there is no reason for people to read them...so how do you fix this?  Well, one way is to add a 'fear-factor' element to your copy, that will cause a dog owner to notice your advert, AND want to read more. Once you've indentified a prospects poison, then can you position your pet service as the antidote.  As the solution to their prayers!  Disney do this in their movies by making sure every hero has  villain they have to overcome. So, in this halloween themed podcast I'm sharing the secrets to creating frighteningly good adverts, that actually convert more clients.  Tune in to find out exactly how to do it... If you want more help and advice then you should grab a copy of my brand new book How to Disnify Your Pet Business, click here to grab a copy now To join Dom's Pet Business Inner Circle (and get £1997 of powerful marketing resources) click here now To do Dom's FREE 7 day pet business cost-of-living crisis challenge, click here now 

Host Johnnette Williams welcomes new age researcher & blogger Sue Brinkmann as they talk about wacky things that distract from the faith. This week they discuss Hellish near-death experiences.

Host Johnnette Williams welcomes new age researcher & blogger Sue Brinkmann as they talk about wacky things that distract from the faith. This week they discuss Hellish near-death experiences. Researchers, even those who promote the New Age version of these experiences, say one in every five near-death experiences are distressing. Sues shares stories about those who found themselves to be in a hellish environment during a NDE.

Justice Samuel Alito's leaked draft opinion has offered a chilling preview into what America will look like if Roe v. Wade is overturned. But the president and C.E.O. of the Center for Reproductive Rights, Nancy Northup, has been preparing for this battle. Her organization represents the Mississippi abortion clinic whose legal battle sparked the Supreme Court case, and Northup's colleagues argued the case in front of the Supreme Court in December. “We are not waking up today to realize this was a threat,” she says. “We were looking at it back in 2004, and probably half the states in the United States would ban or severely limit abortion if Roe were overturned.”[You can listen to this episode of “Sway” on Apple, Spotify, Google or wherever you get your podcasts.]In this conversation, Kara Swisher asks Northup to answer the questions that have sprung from this leaked draft. They discuss the consequences — legal, political and personal — if Roe v. Wade is overturned in the coming months and the cascading effects of this decision on other personal liberties, including access to contraception and marriage equality. And they discuss whether any argument in Alito's draft opinion holds muster. (Nancy, for the record, thinks not.)You can find transcripts (posted midday) and more information for all episodes at nytimes.com/sway, and you can find Kara on Twitter @karaswisher.

Justice Samuel Alito's leaked draft opinion has offered a chilling preview into what America will look like if Roe v. Wade is overturned. But the president and C.E.O. of the Center for Reproductive Rights, Nancy Northup, has been preparing for this battle. Her organization represents the Mississippi abortion clinic whose legal battle sparked the Supreme Court case, and Northup's colleagues argued the case in front of the Supreme Court in December. “We are not waking up today to realize this was a threat,” she says. “We were looking at it back in 2004, and probably half the states in the United States would ban or severely limit abortion if Roe were overturned.”In this conversation, Kara Swisher asks Northup to answer the questions that have sprung from this leaked draft. They discuss the consequences — legal, political and personal — if Roe v. Wade is overturned in the coming months and the cascading effects of this decision on other personal liberties, including access to contraception and marriage equality. And they discuss whether any argument in Alito's draft opinion holds muster. (Nancy, for the record, thinks not.)You can find transcripts (posted midday) and more information for all episodes at nytimes.com/sway, and you can find Kara on Twitter @karaswisher.

Rewatch the livestream here!! Episode 3    March 23, 2022INTRO: Sean's backSorry about last week, we are all both the victims and the perpetrators of capitalismWhassup with Dion and shoutout to Jackie (whose stage name I believe should be Jackée - no i have no reasoning behind this)USL WHIPAROUNDMatches happening right now: Red Bull 2 v Lou City, Atl Utd 2 v Tampa BayKicking off later: Tulsa v San Diego, El Paso v Las Vegas, Los Dos (LA2) v Rio Grande ValleyResults last weekendDetroit City 1-0 Charleston - WE WILL GET TO THISNYRB 2 0-3 Loudoun UnitedLoudoun lowdown RIDICLos Dos 1-2 San AntonioSAFC survives v children. First goal from Mullet Hobbit, second from a set piece. Elliott Collier was out injured against us, MLS vet showed incredible tactical and situational awareness to get a red card for ‘foul and abusive language' one minute after Los Dos went down a manMemphis 2-1 OaklandTwo set piece goals, 36 percent possession, held on to win - yup, this is a Ben Pirmann teamOk that's not exactly fair, they could've won 3- or 4-1 easilyPittsburgh 2-1 HartfordWe will dig into this later too, but soft 1st half red made it easyLou City 2-0 THE Miami FCTampa Bay 2-0 IndyBig yikes start for Indy 11Colorado Springs 1-0 Monterey BayEl Paso 1-2 New MexicoBig early-season west clash goes to New MexicoTulsa 3-1 BirminghamOld enemy Dario Suarez playing v well for TulsaBham red early in second half killed it offLas Vegas 2-1 PhoenixRemember Danny Trejo (LA Force) - he was MotM here, goal and assist as LVL shocks PhoenixLOLs around the league - let's talk shitshow LVLOrange County 2-1 Rio Grande ValleySan Diego 2-0 SacramentoLAST WEEKEND - charlestonCity 1-0 CharlestonFREESTYLE about the match - personal experience, things we noticedMan of the match?Striking options for City - do we have a first-choice goal-scorer?CYRUS? Dunno if we're going to talk about that but if so, here's where we doBREAK TO GET JAMIE ONTHIS COMING WEEKEND - pittsburghWon last weekend, 2-1, over HartfordSUPER soft red in the 38th kinda ruined the match as a contestref gave a caution for a high boot, clearly not remembering the guy was already on a yellowPittsburgh is atop the league (until Lou City match tonight finishes, anyway) but have spent half the first two matches playing with a man advantageThey play a similar system to oursPITTSBURGH FREESTYLE let's get weird, y'all

Taylor and Joseph conduct a powerful interview with a suicide survivor Ryan Burke.Ryan unflinching shares his story. He gives perspectives and suggestions on how you might help someone who is struggling – and encouragement and wisdom if you are struggling yourself. This may be a frightening subject, but it is important that we all learn more.Suicide numbers have risen steadily in the past decade, with the largest proportion of that number being males (by almost 3 to 1). Frighteningly, the fastest-growing demographic in suicide are young people.   If you are dealing with thoughts of self-harm, or are concerned for someone else and don't know where to start call the Nationwide Suicide Hotline: 800-273-8255 that's 1800-273-talk  -or- go to safespace.vibrant.org. After July 16, 2022, you can simply dial 988

Strategizing Sunday Three Frighteningly Fun Halloween Dance Games Source: https://shannondoolingdances.com/2018/10/23/halloweendancegames/ Author: Shannon Dooling Shannon is a dance artist, educator, writer, and advocate who is on a mission to empower and engage students, teachers, performers, and audiences through the transformative power of dance. She has taught in universities, K-12 schools, dance studios, and community programs, and her choreographic work has been presented in New York, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., and throughout Arizona. For creative inspiration, you might enjoy checking out her #ChoreographyAdventures on Instagram @shannondoolingdances, and for lesson ideas, dance games, teaching tips and more, be sure to visit her blog at www.shannondoolingdances.com. Are you practicing your tip for the day? Share with us on social media and tag @dancetipsdaily to be shared on our platform! Don't forget to follow us on IG and Facebook @dancetipsdaily! Stay up to date with DTD & Subscribe to the once a month newsletter at www.dancetipsdaily.com Like what you heard? Give us a 5 star rating or share with a friend to help us keep bringing well rounded & grounded dance content to you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dance-tips-daily/support

Remove the spooky and scrub out the scarry when you learn to recognize the characteristics that turn you into a monster of a leader. With tongues firmly in cheeks, the No More Leadership BS Gang exposes the grotesque characteristics that will turn your leadership style into something reminiscent of the Creature from the Black Lagoon...or a Witch...or any other creature that destroys motivation and stops your team in their tracks.

Halloween is a tradition that started around 2000 years ago with the Celtic people who lived in an area that is now known as Ireland, the United Kingdom and northern France.These ancient Celts would hold a yearly festival called a Samhain to celebrate the end of summer and the beginning of the cold and dark winter months, a time of year they associated with human death. During this annual autumn festival, the Celts would light bonfires and wear costumes made of animal heads and skins in the hopes of warding off ghosts and spirits, which they believed returned to earth to damage their crops, wreak havoc amongst the living and generally be a pain in the rear. Sometime around 43 A.D., the ever-expanding Roman Empire had conquered much of this Keltic territory. During the 400 years more of less of their rule, a few festivals of Roman origin were eventually combined with the traditional Samhain celebration. Inl 1000 A.D., a Pope declared November 1 the official day to honor the dead. All Souls Day as it was known, is now believed to be the churches attempt to replace the Celtic festival with a church-sanctioned holiday.That said, All Souls' Day was celebrated pretty much like the ancient holiday was, with big bonfires, parades and folks dressed up in all sorts of costumes like saints, angels and oh yeah devils. All Souls Day was also known as All-hallows. The night before, was known as All-Hallows Eve, which as you probably have guessed by now became Halloween.In the U.S during the late 1800s, there was a move to make Halloween into a holiday that focused more on community and neighborly get-togethers than on ghosts, pranks and witchcraft. Parents were encouraged by community leaders to take anything “frightening” or “grotesque” out of Halloween celebrations. Dang.Because of these efforts, Halloween lost most of its superstitious and religious overtones. No more animal sacrifices in other words.At the turn of the 20th century, Halloween parties for both kids and adults became the most common way to celebrate evening. Which brings us to now where Halloween is a month-long celebration of pumpkin patches, corn mazes, scream parks, scary movies, costume parties and more all culminating in a night of parentally supervised trick-or-treating.It's estimated that Americans spend around $6 billion dollars annually on Halloween, making it the country's second largest commercial holiday after Christmas.Join Grit NW Nation here:(could this be any easier?)https://forms.gle/WEKcA76y3Wegmv8z7For comments, questions or suggestions about the show send an  email to:GritNW@gmail.comGrit NW Newsletterhttps://www.nwcarpenters.org/news/grit/Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. https://unionhomeplus.org/ Union Home Plus Union Home Plus helps union members save money when they buy, sell, or finance their home. NW Carpenters Union United Brotherhood of Carpenters, Regional Council in the Pacific NW 6 states + 29k members strong!!The Grit Nation Join The Nation and spread the word on how unions are building lives and careers to be proud of.

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In this episode, Dr. Lorraine Gailey, tackles the importance of including communication partners in audiological care. As previous CEO for Hearing Link, a rehabilitation service for adults with severe and profound hearing loss, Dr. Gailey knows that there are not many people who really understand what a person with severe and profound hearing loss must bear. This is why it is particularly important for hearing care professionals to provide the support needed to reduce the social isolation of these clients.

In which the crew discusses the beginning of Homestuck's Third Act, including repeatedly pointing out how Jade breaks the mold from the other kids, talking about how the early music of Homestuck is good, and wonder if Grandpa Harley is actually Reginald Hargreaves. This episode covers pages 760 to 859 of Homestuck.

THE DOCTRINE OF SALVATION (Part Two) Introduction What are we saved from? • Condemnation • Eternity In Hell • Power (Dominion/rule) of Sin • Influence of Satan • Anxieties of life The doctrine stated: “Salvation is entirely a work of God's grace and cannot be earned or deserved. It has been accomplished by the Lord Jesus Christ and is offered to all in the gospel. God in his love forgives sinners whom he calls, granting them repentance and faith. All who believe in Christ are justified by faith alone, adopted into the family of God and receive eternal life.” 1. The Preamble to our salvation “Salvation is entirely a work of God's grace and cannot be earned or deserved.” There is nothing we can ever do that pleases God. Even our good works are not good works in God's eyes – they are like dirty rags! And the very least of our sins is an offence against God Himself. Jonathan Edwards – “The smallest sin is an act of Cosmic Treason against a Holy God.” 2. Purchase of our salvation “It has been accomplished by the Lord Jesus Christ and is offered to all in the gospel.” How did Jesus accomplish our Redemption? By the Atonement. Frighteningly, this is a key doctrine being reviewed by so-called “progressive evangelicals” because they say it is just to senseless and so bloody for a kind and loving God to even consider. 3. Process of our salvation “God in his love forgives sinners whom he calls, granting them repentance and faith”. 4. Provision of our salvation “All who believe in Christ are justified by faith alone, adopted into the family of God and receive eternal life.” Closing Questions Are you saved? Are you telling others about your salvation? Are you a “Soldier of the Cross”?

Max & Steve back on their ish once again. Some zombie talk infects the beginning, but that's totally cool. Everyone needs to know what movie guts are made of. Very informative really. Don't forget to stick around for Steve's horrifying experience on a captive Splash Mountain. Frighteningly hilarious.

On this November 30th edition of the London Live Podcast: We talk about Business Care Food Drive with Wayne Dunn. Afterwards Dr. Thomas Cook of the Centre for Advanced Computing tells us how shockingly precise GPS tracking in our phones is becoming, and finally Dr. Kent Mullinix tells us about Canadian food sustainability.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join your HoliGAY Host Gayson for our special Halloween episode as we learn about Iceland's scary Santa helpers "The 13 Yule Lads", learn to make cheap costumes with Christmas Carol, create "Comet's Candied Crack" with Mrs. Claus, enjoy some of Naughty Ned's trick or treats, and see if The Munsters' Scary Little Christmas is a classic or not so classic Christmas special with Guesti Besti Co-Host Pamela. Show links: Story of Iceland's 13 Yule Lads By IcelandNaturally https://youtu.be/vovJF1uTtAI Dem Yule Lads by NoStressMS https://youtu.be/apdwdfa33mM Ned's Items: Lester's Fixins Sodas https://www.amazon.com/MoonPie-Lesters-Fixins-Variety-6-Pack/dp/B01N5EQEYG/ref=pd_vtp_325_5/144-0528008-3792018?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01N5EQEYG&pd_rd_r=1e4ac58e-7941-4eae-9f93-517a82b6fae1&pd_rd_w=Kwlob&pd_rd_wg=1otKv&pf_rd_p=2f0ac0b2-44b6-4a63-a1f1-ced82560ff89&pf_rd_r=JAEXWT9BSRVEGYTCFDZX&psc=1&refRID=JAEXWT9BSRVEGYTCFDZX Clam Candy Canes https://www.amazon.com/Clam-Candy-Canes-Everyone-Clamdy/dp/B07H7Q4BRJ/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=clam+candy+canes&qid=1601928460&sr=8-1 Queen Links: Roxie M. Valentine https://www.facebook.com/roxie.valentine.79 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/keepingtheyuletidegay/support

COMMENT:The events in America this past week shows you how slim the thread is that holds together a decent society.It shows that it is an abstract concept. We voluntarily give ourselves over to a social contract that agrees and shares the rules, that trusts the people charged with enforcing the rules to enforce the rules and to enforce the rules fairly, and we have leadership that oversees the whole shebang.If one of those three pillars is found wanting then the construct topples over. Frighteningly quickly. In days. We are hours away from being savages.I will never condone the looting and the fires and anarchy. But I will understand the factors that built this week towards a meltdown of society.Built on the base of the Virus which has alarmed and feared the American nation and created a tension that is palpable, Daily their leadership is found wanting. Trump has been fiddling while his country burns with feverAdd to that the unemployment that has raged through the States disproportionately affecting African Americans.Then a week of stories that show how entrenched racism is in white America.The video of a white woman asked by a black man to put a leash on her dog who then phones the police saying a black man was attacking her. She knew what she was doing and was using the unconscious racism in the police force to attack a black man who was doing the right thing in terms of societal rules.Then a black man chased and killed by 2 white men in a citizen arrest. Despite no crime committed. But most disturbingly if you're black, the killers were initially not charged. Even though there is video of them shooting them down.Finally the man killed by a policeman who held his knee on the man's neck for 8 long minutes. All caught on video and broadcast. The officer not charged for days.Black Americans in lockdown, in unemployment, saw case after case where their people were treated differently to white Americans. People with their skin were being shot and killed by people with other skin who were not then instantly charged and investigated.The voluntary social contract was broken so they were no longer beholden. So they looted because an eye for an eye.Layer on top of that a leader who hit turbo drive attacking left right and centre.President Donald Trump launched a blistering attack on China on  Friday, naming misdeeds that range from espionage to the violation of Hong Kong's freedoms.  He terminated the US relationship with the World Health Organisation and he indulged in a war against Twitter threatening executive control over their freedoms while ironically trying to protect his freedom of speech to lie.This was a week where domino after domino fell, bringing down the house of cards, to mix a metaphor.It also puts into perspective the sad moaning of a rich, white, 61 year old, female politician who says she tired of her ethnicity being demonised.  Honey you wouldn't know the first thing about demonization and you know everything about privilege.It gives us pause to think at the relative societal stability we have.  The social contract that we successfully maintain.  The kindness most have towards each other.We have everything to protect.

Welcome back to another episode of Dueling Decades! For the first time, the mighty 80s goes to war with the 70s, and the 60s! In order to go back that deep, we needed someone with a great deal of expertise, and we snagged the right guy for the job! This time around we brought in television star Butch Patrick of The Munsters! Eddie Munster himself steps behind the bench to adjudicate this wild "week experience" battle between 1966, 1977, and 1982! Butch is sharp as a tack, he's a literal encyclopedia of pop culture, and he's prepared to drop some knowledge on everyone. Marc drew May 8th through the 14th of 1966, Mancrush duels with the same week in 1977, and our third competitor this week is our pal Drew Zakmin who brings the best of May 9th through the 15th, 1982. There is so much packed into this episode! Butch shares lots of stories from the past, iconic performances, movies that lack explanation, lack of screens, a car developer to the stars, Butch's first concert with older women, douchebag record labels, a media mogul's first time, Cosby at Hugh's house, Rob Zombie's favorite show, wild coincidences, dudes on yachts, getting on MTV in the 80s, outrageous contracts, a new summer league emerges, not incestual lesbian sisters, a show comes to an end, another iconic show is canceled, Marc's weird album collection, Juice goes to college, and who partied in Butch's bus? That, and so much more! Do you agree with Butch's rulings? Play at home and judge for yourself! While you're at it, send your rulings to our Facebook and pick up 20 points on the Dueling Decades Leaderboard! Please don't forget to subscribe and review! Want to share some of your own 1980s & 1990s memories? Join the other thousands of people in our Facebook group and get more original nostalgic content every day! If you're into the 1960s & 1970s, join our new group! Links below: https://www.duelingdecades.com https://www.facebook.com/duelingdecades https://www.twitter.com/duelingdecades https://www.instagram.com/duelingdecades https://www.facebook.com/groups/duelingdecades/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/duelingdecades60s70s/

"It is impossible it should be the plague, everyone knows it has vanished from the West. -- Yes, everyone knew that, except the dead." Albert Camus's world-famous 1947 novel The Plague is about the human response to extreme circumstances. For a long time the book was read as an allegory of people resisting fascism, but the plague never quite stays only a metaphor in Camus's book. His chronicle of a town's response to a frightening, invisible enemy, from initial denial, then gradual realization and finally the lockdown that traps the citizens with nowhere to go but in a full-fledged panic, can leave you in a cold sweat.  Why read such a book today, during the global Covid-19 pandemic?  I spoke with Caroline Weber, Professor of French and Comparative Literature at Barnard College within Columbia University and an expert on French literature and culture. Caroline and I discussed how brilliantly Camus shows the wide range of human responses to extreme conditions, and how literature provides a model for making sense of and getting though our current crisis- of living in a pandemic- without losing hope or our humanity. In their initial denial of the plague, "our townsfolk were like everybody else, wrapped up in themselves; in other words they were humanists: they disbelieved in pestilences." But gradually several characters find ways of creating meaning in the midst of a senseless and absolutely brutal assault not only on their town but on their very humanity. In his Novel Prize acceptance speech in 1957, four years before his untimely death at age 45 in a car accident, Camus said a writer "cannot put himself today in the service of those who make history; he is at the service of those who suffer it."  The Plague, written from the perspective of someone who makes the deliberate choice to help in concrete ways but also to record the suffering of those around him, allows us to see how to make sense of our current, difficult moment. Camus was no optimist, but like his protagonist Rieux, he considered it his inalterable obligation "to state quite simply what we learn in a time of pestilence: that there are more things to admire in men than to despise.” Let's hope that books such as Camus's courageous and bold work may inspire some of us to do the same, and see more things to admire in others than to despise.

I interview Kimberly A. Hamlin, author of Free Thinker: Sex, Suffrage, and the Life of Helen Hamilton Gardener. For more about Kimberly and her work visit KimberlyHamlin.com. Plus: The COVID-19 pandemic has killed hundreds so far in the US and has begun devastating our economy. But the disaster has been made twice as bad by the greed, corruption, willful ignorance and shortsightedness of Donald Trump and (yes) the decades-long policies of Republican Party. Frighteningly, it'll probably get worse before it gets better. Hang on to your hats. At the top of the show: - "I Got it from Agnes," by the late satirical genius Tom Lehrer. - A short clip from "Where Is Everybody?" (1959), the very first episode of The Twilight Zone. Theme music courtesy of Body Found. Follow American Freethought on the intertubes: Website: AmericanFreethought.com  Twitter: @AMERFREETHOUGHT Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/21523473365/ Libsyn Classic Feed: https://americanfreethought.libsyn.com/rss Contact: john@americanfreethought.com Support the Podcast: PayPal funds to sniderishere@gmail.com

More than 40 million people over age 12 are on antidepressants in the US. Yet there are concerns among many about the dangerous side effects and low effectiveness of these very powerful drugs. Frighteningly, doctors aren’t talking about it, and many prescribers may not even know about these side effects. One out of five prescriptions are prescribed off-label today, meaning that there is a very good chance the drug your doctor prescribed for you has not been approved for that particular use. So what does this mean? Bottom Line brought in Joe Graedon to discuss. In this edition of the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, Joe Graedon, MS, pharmacologist and adjunct assistant professor in the division of practice advancement and clinical education at University of North Carolina Eshelman School of Pharmacy at Chapel Hill and founder of The People’s Pharmacy [https://www.peoplespharmacy.com/] joins Bottom Line President Sarah Hiner to discuss the very real dark side of antidepressants that no one is talking about. Is there a depression disaster? (1:43 – 3:45) Growing repetitive depression events since onset of drugs (3:45 – 8:45) The measured effectiveness of antidepressant medications (8:45 – 11:30) The flawed logic in the chemistry behind antidepressants (11:30 – 14:00) Accepting the emotional pain of life’s challenges (14:00 – 16:41) The “accepted” side effects of antidepressants (anxiety, insomnia, sexual performance (16:41 – 16:30) Layered drugs to counteract the side effects— drugs on drugs (16:30 – 21:22) Suicide when taking antidepressants (21:22 – 23:27) Violent behavior when taking antidepressants (23:27 – 26:20) Drugs forcing our bodies into unnatural states (26:20 – 27:35) AntiDepressant Withdrawal Challenges (27:35 – 30:05) Strategy for discontinuing antidepressants (30:05 – 31:15) Beware inexperienced PCP prescribers (31:15 – 32:30) Rebalancing your body when moving off of antidepressants (32:30 – 35:00) Finding the right drug isn’t easy (35:00 – 37:38) Antidepressants being used for other disorders (37:78 – 38:55) How to decide what is right for you, including nondrug options (38:55 – To learn more about Joe Graedon and his work, visit https://www.peoplespharmacy.com. You can connect with and stay in touch with Sarah at her website www.bottomlineinc.com! Find Bottom Line on Facebook @WeAreBottomLine and at Bottom Line Inc. on www.linkedin.com. https://www.linkedin.com/company/98249/admin/ Please be sure to subscribe to the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast with Sarah Hiner on Apple Podcasts and share a review.

We all have our hobbies. Maybe it’s trains. Maybe it’s comic books. Maybe it’s scotch or fine wine. There’s going to be something you’re passionate about, maybe even obsessed about, that occupies your time away from your work.But what happens when our hobbies become a threat? And not just a threat to us, but maybe even a threat to our neighbors? Or—think bigger—what happens when our hobbies become a threat to national security?I’m Kevin Tumlinson, and this … is the Written World.I like quirky bits of history. I'm always on the lookout for odd little tidbits that make you scratch your head and wonder at what happened. And these can range on the spectrum of epicness—from little-known facts about the evolution of a turn of phrase, such as "jump the shark," to more profound revelations such as the historical presence of Vikings in North America, centuries before its discovery by Europeans.I even wrote a whole book about that last one.Sometimes, though, you come across some quirky history that makes you pause and makes you think, and may even makes you laugh and cringe a little.That's exactly how I feel about David Hahn, the "Radioactive Boy Scout."The thing about David's story that resonates most with me is that he grew up in a small town, without much of a social scene, and so he was forced to find his entertainment where he could. He was smart, and I like to think that we share that trait. The opinions of others may vary. And he was resourceful, another thing I believe (or hope) we have in common.Growing up in Commerce Township, Michigan, David was a Boy Scout. He participated in all the usual boy scout things, such as going hiking and camping, learning to tie knots, and doing good deeds for the community. By most signs, David was a good kid.He earned a lot of badges while in the scouts, but one of those badges set him on a path that would lead to infamy. David, it turns out, was one of only a few people to earn the Atomic Energy merit badge.David had a keen interest in atomic energy. He obsessed over it, studying everything he could find on the subject. And as it turned out, he could find a lot.When trips to the local library weren't producing enough information, David did what any bright and curious kid would do: He opened up a phonebook (this was the early 1990s ... Google wasn't quite a thing yet) and started making phone calls.He reached out to experts in the field, sometimes telling them he was a student working on a project, sometimes posing as a researcher or other official position. David would often write twenty or more letters per day, occasionally claiming to be a Physics teacher at Chippewa Valley High School. His letters went to experts and professionals all across the industry, including the Department of Energy and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.In the end, not only did David learn exactly how something like a nuclear reactor might work, but he also managed to talk some experts into sending him some parts and supplies.What he needed, though, was fissionable material to work with. And lots of it.To get it, he got creative. He began salvaging radioactive material from household products. Americium from smoke detectors. Thorium from camping lanterns. Radium from clocks. Tritium from gunsights. Lithium from batteries.All items that could be obtained either by rummaging through the trash or buying from a local supermarket.With materials gathered, and plans cobbled together from books in the public library and documents sent by bonafide nuclear experts, David moved his operation to the shed behind his mother's house. And there, he made history.Using his pilfered materials, David built a small nuclear reactor, known as a "breeder reactor." David favored this design because, in a sense, it was self-sustaining.We won't go into the pure physics of this, for several reasons. But the short version is that as a breeder reactor uses nuclear fuel, the fission creates radioactive byproducts. So while energy is being generated, the "waste" collects, and this waste can also be used in a fission reaction. In a sense, a breeder reactor generates its own fuel. And though this is far from a perpetual energy source, it can result in a pretty long-lasting source of energy.More than most teenagers need, at any rate.David got incredibly far along in his experiments and in his build. In fact, he actually succeeded in building the breeder reactor, complete with a radioactive fuel source. And though it never came close to critical mass, it did start generating alarming levels of radiation—more than one thousand times normal background radiation.This got attention.Actually, David and his neighborhood have sheer luck to thank for the fact that his operation was discovered.In 1994, just before 3AM on a late August morning, local police were called to investigate claims that a teenager was stealing tires off of cars. They arrived to find David Hahn, who claimed he was just waiting for a friend.They didn't believe him, and ended up searching his vehicle. When they opened the trunk, they found a metal toolbox, locked and sealed with duct tape, as well as a large assortment of lanterns, clocks, smoke detectors, and more. There were also fifty small cubes of a mysterious gray powder, wrapped in aluminum foil. But what alarmed them most was when David cautioned them about the toolbox, claiming that it was radioactive.From there, things escalated quickly. The FBI was called, and they brought along experts from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (one of the same agencies David had contacted for his research). A Federal State of Nuclear Emergency was declared. There's something you don't see much, in a small town.Eventually, men in radiation suits arrived to dismantle David's miniature nuclear facility, carting up not only the reactor and the various materials used but also the tools, the furniture, even the walls of the shed itself. All of it was permeated with alarming levels of radiation, thanks to David's work.Frighteningly, some of that material ended up in the local landfill, thrown away in the neighborhood garbage before the Feds ever knew it was there.These days, the shed and its contents are buried in an undisclosed location in the Great Salt Lake Desert, where it resides next to a bevy of nuclear cast-off, including some of the early experiments that led to the development of the first atomic bomb.David Hahn wasn't a terrorist. He was a curious, intelligent, very resourceful boy who became fascinated with something to the degree of obsession. He pursued that obsession, learning everything he could until he did what many might consider impossible.David's story is both inspiring and horrifying. On the one hand, it's remarkable that someone so young could have worked out the details of this, in a pre-internet age, to a degree high enough to actually build this device. On the other hand, now that we live in the age of instant information, the implications of something like this are beyond frightening.I played with this idea a bit in my first thriller novel, The Coelho Medallion. In that book, the terrorist steal crates of smoke detectors, ultimately using the radioactive material within them to build a dirty bomb. It's a scenario that isn't all that farfetched. Which is why it works so well for fiction.The world is an interesting and sometimes frightening place. And as we advance in technology, and in our ability to discover and share information, it might be good to keep in mind the David Hahns of the world, and to stress to them the old adage, that just because you can do something, doesn't mean you should.IF YOU ENJOYED THIS LITTLE TALE …You might enjoy a good thriller novel. And I happen to write thriller novels. Find something to keep you up all night at KevinTumlinson.com/books

Hold our hands up, we missed last week. In that spirit of timekeeping - HAPPY HALLOWEEN! It's a monstrously good episode. Scarily funny. Frighteningly arousing. A real audio treat. Ghosts and shit. In which we discuss 21st Century icon Osama bin Laden; the benefits of living in a foggy hellscape; and Rasputin (not that one)

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Frighteningly talented singer, songwriter, film composer, multiinstrumentalist and record producer...Mike Patton joins the show! We talk with him about his favorite horror films and the movies that made him. Film soundtracks, the art of composing to picture for projects like Netflix’s Stephen King adaption 1922 and NOS4A2, to how to harness creativity! Go back for a rare look behind the masks of Mr. Bungle’s self titled album tour and the bands reunion and return to the stage in 2020. Then, dive into the new album and project by Mike and celebrated French composer, Jean Claude-Vannier called...CORPSE FLOWER, available everywhere! Scare up episode 82 now! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"Godsfire" by Cynthia Felice Reviewed (but not read) by Khaki & K.  In which we read the Little Librarianess's favorite book. The ancients return to plunge Earth in a fiery flea-dip rule over humanity with a velvet paw – but the Cat Ladies have a plan to save us: drugs. Khaki apologizes insincerely for saying 'purrchandise'. K brandishes a spray bottle. Bookmarked passages: Frighteningly graphic "catch and release", Renaissance Van Dyke, Apparatchik vs Capo, the Order of the Pearl Necklace, Athens is not a bad place to be, frazzled whiskers and bent ears, two out of nine hairballs. "That's what you get when you rub rods on cat fur." Find CoverMyAssCast on Twitter | Gmail | web.

Finding their way through the school amidst screams in the distance, our girls barricade themselves in the library. Frighteningly, they discover they are not alone. Starring: Amanda Heindel as Mei Bobbye Schleininger as Amiko David McFarland as Keiko Levi Heindel as Sakura Roxy Thompson as Mayutan and John Thompson as the Game Master PassionerdlyPassionerdly on FacebookTwitter: @passionerdlypds, @passionerdly, @roowerks Instagram: @passionerdlypds, @passionerdly, @roowerksCheck out our Patreon for bonus content and swag! Support the show by wearing our shirts from TeePublic! Proud part of the Nerd's Domain Nerd's Domain on Facebook Nerd's Domain on Twitter Nerd's Domain on TeePublic and the Southgate Media Group!

Deana stops off in Indiana to see her son, who's being raised by an old friend - and finds out neighborhood kids are suddenly acting different. Frighteningly different.           “The Kids Are All Right” Cast:          Samantha Winchester ......... Kasey Heimann          Deana Winchester ............... Amanda Gilbertson           Logan Braeden .................... Mathew Farrugia          Ben Braeden ........................ Zachary Patterson          Ramsey ................................ Sean O'Connor          Katie ..................................... Kendra Murray          Kelly ..................................... Kelly Levans           Other voice talents include:          Sam Taylor          Cari Scholtens          Tatiana Stapleton Be sure to check out our sponsor for this episode, Tails from the Dark Dragon Inn, and give their show a listen.

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More than 35 years ago, The Clash released their classic fourth album 'Sandinista!' named for Nicaragua's Democratic Socialist party that spent the majority of their initial stretch in power fighting a U.S. backed militia that was partially funded by our government with the proceeds of illegal gun sales to Iran. After a 17 year hiatus the Sandinistas returned to power, but like the Creed family cat coming back from the Pet Sematary, they ain't quite right. Ayuh. On a Very Special Episode of 'Let's Be Treasonable,' Cognitive Dissidents Cat Alvarado, 'The Black Voice of Reason' Tymon Shipp, and Dr. David Robinson talk to Nicaraguan citizen "Carlos" about the populist party that devolved from representing the downtrodden to trodding on the underrepresented. Sound familiar? Frighteningly so.   In lighter news, we learn that Donald Trump would kick Vladimir Putin out of bed for eating crackers... (or did we learn that he wouldn't?) and Cat explains how everything you need to know about the Russian Collusion Scandal was foretold in 'Mean Girls.' All that, an updated address for #SpatulasForManafort, and a 'Burst of Durst from five-time Emmy nominee Will Durst, and you've got yourself a heapin' helpin' of a dose of newsy infotainment! Get dosed!

Luke and Andrew survive a huge storm -- or possibly just some calm weather -- on this Tuesday edition of the show. Plus, Luke tries to channel his inner Merrill Markoe, and Andrew yells at the listeners.

Join The Higherside Chats podcast, with host Greg Carlwood, as he talks vaccines, homeschooling, & podcasting with Darren and Graham from Grimerica. We should be well aware by now that throughout most of human history the power pyramid's capstone cabal has wanted us to be nothing more than weak, subservient pawns in their game of thrones. Between deadly pesticides on our food, toxic chemicals provided as our primary energy sources, and a tainted water supply- it's safe to say they've honed in their sights and we are all in the cross hairs. Frighteningly, if that wasn't enough, they have stepped up their game to add the final nail in the coffin in the form of forced vaccinations and today's guests, Grimerca's Graham and Darren grace The Higherside stage to discuss the epidemic. 4:00 Kicking things off, Greg and the guys start by unpacking the what and why behind their recently peaked interest in vaccines. Darren walks through the feedback they've received throughout their journey, how his kids helped him kick-start his exploration, and the polarization surrounding this topic. They also discuss the need for more personalized medical treatments, the rise in forced vaccinations and the noticeable effects in today's kids. Darren also addresses his choice to homeschool, the benefits of nature kindergarten, and the surprising aspects of homeschooling. 16:00 With mainstays like electricity, refrigeration and refined agricultural production contributing to the overall improvement of society's health, infectious disease deaths began flat lining around the 1950's. Greg and the guys discuss the Polio vaccine, Greg's personal experience with meningitis, the tale of Alton Ochsner and SV40's link to the cancer epidemic. Darren also touches on vaccine court, the lack of liability for vaccine manufacturers that was inevitably exploited, and the devastating aftermath in the form of today's Autism crisis. 34:00 Narrowing the focus on vaccines, Darren gives his take on the most alarming vaccines recommended, such as Hep B. Hard to contract at a young age, Darren contends this is a shining example of an unnecessary vaccination in infants. Greg and the guys also discuss the effects of Aluminum on cognitive function, the exorbitant amount in vaccines, the side effects of Aluminum Hydroxide, Polysorbate 80's ability to carrier things across the blood-brain barrier, and Thimerosal. 41:00 Darren reads the staggering vaccine schedule. He also covers the previously recommended schedules and highlights the growing number of vaccines, especially when compared to the past. Greg and the guys discuss the abundance of corporate corruption at play, malfeasance run amok at the C.D.C. and the revolving door between civilian oversight agencies and the private sector. Become a Plus Member at www.TheHighersideChatsPlus.com/subscribe to hear a second hour of all THC episodes. This week's included: - the Grimerica guests favorite guests and topics, dream guests, and lessons learned - Graham's UFO experiences with ECETI - Grimerica's balloon/camera launch GoFundMe campaign to solve the flat/round Earth debate -  their recent show about charity fraud and what they learned about corruption in that realm - surpressed cancer cures - magic, and Graham's sigil experiment success - trading stories about what it's like to be conspiracy podcasters A few valuable resources from the interview: Grimerica "Grimerican Roundtables- Greg and Kyle of The Higherside Chats": http://www.grimerica.ca/episodes/grimerican-roundtables-greg-and-kyle-of-the-higherside-chats/ Grimerica #111 "Grimerica Talks Vaccines and The Ministry of Truth with Jon Rapport": http://www.grimerica.ca/episodes/111/ The Higherside Chats "Ed Haslam | Dr. Mary’s Monkey, The Polio Vaccine, and Lee Harvey Oswald": https://www.thehighersidechats.com/ed-haslam-dr-marys-monkey-the-polio-vaccine-and-lee-harvey-oswald/

This week we have a very special Spotlight on Sport, current World Record Marathon holder Paula Radcliffe discusses career highlights, doping in sport and retirement goals. Niamh is also joined in studio by funny woman Alison Spittle and GirlCrew co-founder Aine Mulloy to talk ouija boards, boomerang generations and getting sacked! Don't miss it...

Opiates, both illegal substances like heroin and prescription drugs like OxyContin, can be extremelyaddictive with damaging and even deadly effects.Opiate addiction is a major issue in the U.S., with prescription opiate addiction being one of the biggest drug problems today. Opiate medications are surprisingly easy to obtain. In fact, an estimated 210 million prescriptions for opiates were dispensed in 2010 alone. Frighteningly, prescription opiate abusers are far more likely to eventually develop a heroin addiction than a non-opiate abuser, as heroin will offer a similar high at a cheaper price. The Bobby Eaton Show with SynCeerae,Mario SATURDAY 20TH 12-2pm Dial 646 716 5525 and Press the 1 Button

Certus and Zak talk about the finals crunch, closing rituals, computer “uh-oh” protection, small writing sticks, fake party traps, Google maybe ruining the future, better coffee code, AR in drawers, mean (but polite) worms, incredible feats of hurdling, writing stuff down, some details of our todo lists, the goal of productivity, an information-based economy, unfortunately … Continue reading Frighteningly Productive AI

PCP is back from the grave with a new and scary sound with thoughts on the latest movie trailers and movie news. 

Happy Halloween, Samhain and Ghostober: it’s the terrifyingly funny Halloween special! Frighteningly, Phil’s audio is a bit louder this week because we’re experimenting with new recording methods! But it’ll be perfect next time! He was possessed or something. What other horrors lie within? Phil gets haunted, Bret gets terrified and Chris terrifies others. Instead of news stories this week we have a variety of games themed around the spooky and dreadful. Tales of haunted rings, spectral beasts, demonic offspring and other creepy stuff await within. Listen… if you DARE!

The gang continues to settle in to their new digs in the city of Karsht. Projects are begun, contacts are made, and hirelings are... hired. No one seems AT ALL suspicious of just how competent, friendly, and willing to help these NPCs are, though. I'm sure it's nothing, just like the rando prophecy thrown in at the end of the episode (which the gang will almost CERTAINLY misremember). Find out all about it in this week's episode of the Chaotic Neutral Podcast! Chaotic Neutral is a Live Play, Actual Play, or Real Play (they keep coming up with new ways to describe it) Dungeons and Dragons Podcast as recorded by a bunch of crazy, drunken, foul-mouthed adults. Not to be used as a baby-sitter. You can stream or download our episodes at @cndnd, or you can find us through your podcast service of choice (such as iTunes) as the Chaotic Neutral Podcast. We also tweet our favorite bits and news about our live broadcasts on Twitter @cndndcast. Check out our nerdy uploads on Instagram @chaoticneutraldnd and Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/cndnd. Also, keep an eye out for the DM's Dark Souls 3 playthrough, which will go up on our Youtube page as soon as he plays it and it gets rendered! That's: youtube.com/user/chaoticneutralcast Finally, you can watch our live games at twitch.tv/chaoticneutraldnd Cast: Kiki - Aimee Kai - David Burt (and Producer) - Cheyne DM - Caleb Music selections were "Evil Plan - FX" and "Fun in a Bottle” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Thanks for listening! Regardless of how you listen, please favorite/like, subscribe, tell your friends, and throw us comments or reviews! These things help raise our visibility and help more listeners find our show! If we get enough attention, maybe the DM will share some secrets of Karsht!

On this, episode 24 of Weird World Weekly, Matt and Dave discuss a bunch of eyewitness claims by babysitters of really The post Weird World Weekly #24 – Frighteningly Creepy Things Kids Have Said To Babysitters appeared first on Galactic Netcasts.

Andrew learns the art of body shots, Luke learns about recumbent bicycling, and the Weasel Enthusiasts of California speak out.