Podcasts about Good Design

Stephanie welcomes Elizabeth Urbanowitz to discuss how we can equip our children with a biblical understanding of sexuality and gender. Discover the tools you need to disciple your child with purpose and grace! Helping Your Kids Know God's Good Design is a thoughtful, timely, and practical resource that will coach you through some of the most foundational conversations you can have with your children. It's more crucial than ever to talk with our children about God's design for sexuality and gender. As our culture's understanding of human identity shifts, Christian parents, grandparents, and mentors are called to be the primary voices shaping the next generation's worldview on these sensitive topics. Ten years ago, few would have imagined discussing sexuality or gender identity with young children. However, today's culture often defines people by their desires and feelings, leading to confusion over what it means to be human. The Christian response is to provide clarity rooted in God's Word—especially around key biblical themes such as being made in God's image (Psalm 139) and understanding redemption through Christ. Elizabeth Urbanowitz emphasizes starting conversations on sexuality and gender with children as young as four or five years old. The earlier parents introduce these topics, the more their children see them as trustworthy “experts” (she calls this the “Founder's Effect”). Just as a child memorizes basic math facts before tackling algebra, simple biblical truths learned early become anchors for discerning truth from cultural messages later in life. Children encounter issues like sexual abuse, pornography, and gender confusion younger than ever. Even adults without children are likely to influence young people as teachers, mentors, or relatives. It's essential to have clear, simple language to explain: Bodies are valuable and designed by God. Private parts deserve protection and privacy. If children disclose uncomfortable experiences, adults should listen, seek understanding, and reinforce these truths with compassion. Elizabeth draws everything back to scripture. The Bible presents God as our Designer, and His design (for our bodies, marriage, sexuality) is the wise and loving blueprint for human flourishing. When addressing hard questions—like same-sex marriage, gender identity, or masturbation—parents are encouraged to reference what God has revealed, not just their opinions. To help children remember key truths, parents can teach simple catechism-like phrases. For example, “Marriage is one man and one woman becoming one flesh for life,” or “God designed us as male or female—God's design is good.” These become invaluable tools when children are confronted with cultural lies. A major point is that kindness doesn't mean agreement. Being compassionate means loving others and telling the truth (not just making them feel good). Children should be taught to respect and care for everyone, including those living differently, without affirming what's unbiblical. For parents of older children or teens, start with prayer, then listen to what they've already learned. Acknowledge any shortcomings, gently offer biblical truths, and focus on building a trusting, ongoing dialogue. God's Word is sufficient for every generation. Parents, family members, and the faith community play vital roles in helping kids navigate a confusing world. Start early, speak simply, root everything in scripture, and model truth with kindness and courage. Take time this week to consider what “building a biblical foundation” practically looks like for the children in your life. What is one conversation you can start, or one phrase you can teach, to prepare them for these challenging but crucial topics? MORE ABOUT “HELPING YOUR KIDS KNOW GOD'S GOOD DESIGN” Discipling Your Child One Conversation at a Time In today's pervasively secular culture, it's more essential than ever to guide your children toward a biblical worldview on all issues―including the complex topics of sexuality and gender. But as a parent, how do you have these discussions in an informed, age-appropriate, and Christ-centered way?  This how-to handbook equips you to talk about sex, gender, and the Bible with children between the ages of 4 and 12 with confidence and nuance. Inside you'll find biblically grounded answers to some of Christian parents' most common questions, including When should I first have the sex talk with my child? How do I explain sexual sin to my child? How do I teach my child to love others without affirming another person's sin? How do I talk with my child about what the Bible teaches about same-sex relationships? How do I handle the fear that I'll have these conversations the wrong way? Discover the tools you need to disciple your child with purpose and grace! Helping Your Kids Know God's Good Design is a thoughtful, timely, and practical resource that will coach you through some of the most foundational conversations you can have with your children. MORE ABOUT ELIZABETH URBANOWITZ Elizabeth Urbanowicz is a follower of Jesus Christ who is passionate about equipping kids to understand the truth of the Christian worldview. She holds a B.S. from Gordon College in Elementary Education and Spanish, an M.S.Ed. from Northern Illinois University in Literacy Education, and an M.A. in Christian Apologetics from Biola University. Elizabeth began her professional career as an elementary teacher in a Christian school. Several years into her teaching experience, Elizabeth realized that despite being raised in Christian homes, attending a Christian school, and being active in church, her students thought more like the culture than like Christ. Elizabeth began searching for curricular materials that would equip her students to think critically, helping them discover that Christianity is the worldview that lines up with reality. After not finding any materials that met this need, she began creating a curriculum for her students. Elizabeth first taught Foundation Comparative Worldview Curriculum as an after-school class for third through fifth graders, and the results were incredible! Students were transformed from passive recipients of information to active evaluators of every message they receive. Parents and teachers alike noticed the impact these materials had on students' media consumption, academic achievement, and everyday habits. This transformation lasted beyond the elementary years and guided students' thinking in junior high and beyond. Elizabeth now works full-time on developing comparative worldview and apologetics resources for children. Her goal is to prepare the next generation to be lifelong critical thinkers and, most importantly, lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ. https://foundationworldview.com/about/meet-the-founder  We invite you to check out the first episode of each of our series, and decide which one you will want to start with. Go to gospelspice.com for more, and go especially to gospelspice.com/podcast to enjoy our guests! Interested in our blog? Click here: gospelspice.com/blog Identity in the battle | Ephesians https://www.podcastics.com/episode/372022/link/ Malachi: Messenger to Messiah https://www.podcastics.com/episode/356130/link/ Wisdom from the Book of Proverbs https://www.podcastics.com/episode/324347/link/ Come to the Table | The Feasts Jesus celebrated https://www.podcastics.com/episode/309956/link/ Support us on Gospel Spice, PayPal and Venmo!

God's Good Design For Rest,  Part 1 (Genesis 2:1-3) | David Platt

How do you talk with your child about what the Bible says about sex and gender? The culture is constantly pressing children into its mold and many parents are struggling. Former elementary teacher and apologist Elizabeth Urbanowicz wants to help you confidently teach God's good design. If you're the parent or grandparent of a child between 4 and 12, don't miss Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:Helping Your Kids Know God's Good Design by Elizabeth Urbanowicz October thank you gift:I Choose Joy by Chip Ingram Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click here. Care NetBecome a Back Fence Partner: https://moodyradio.org/donateto/chrisfabrylive/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This episode is meant for parents only — not little ears — but it will equip you to disciple your children well in a world eager to shape their views on identity and truth. In this deeply important and sensitive episode, Leslie Nunnery sits down with Elizabeth Urbanowicz of Foundation Worldview to discuss her new book, Helping Your Kids Know God's Good Design: 40 Questions and Answers on Sexuality and Gender. Together, they tackle how parents can begin biblical conversations about sexuality, gender, and God's design — even from a young age — in a way that is proactive, confident, and full of grace. Elizabeth walks through how to approach these topics with your children from age four and up, giving real examples and simple language to use in your home. Leslie adds wisdom from her experience as a mom of grown children, offering perspective on why these conversations matter now more than ever. Topics Covered In This Episode: Why conversations about God's design can't wait until the teen years How to begin age-appropriate talks about body, sex, and reproduction Practical phrases and examples for your first discussions Why proactive discipleship is essential in a culture that wants to disciple your kids first Encouragement for parents who feel they “missed the window” — and what to do now Resources Mentioned: Helping Your Kids Know God's Good Design by Elizabeth Urbanowicz Foundation Worldview Operation Christmas Child Teach Them Diligently Events Listener Note: This episode covers mature topics about sexuality and gender and is intended for parents, not children. Please listen privately. Teach Them Diligently 2026 registration is now open! We are so excited to be bringing Teach Them Diligently back for its 15th year! Click HERE to enter the giveaway and follow our social media so you don't miss any of the fun giveaways! Connect With Us: Instagram: @TeachThemDiligently Facebook: Teach Them Diligently YouTube: Teach Them Diligently Channel Subscribe + Share: If this episode helped you, take a minute to subscribe, rate, and share with another homeschool family. We sure would be grateful!

God's Good Design for Gender and Sexuality, Part 2 (Genesis 1-2) | Mike Kelsey 

God's Good Design for Gender and Sexuality, Part 2 (Genesis 1-2) | Mike Kelsey 

Sermon from Phil Friesen on October 12, 2025

This week on Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski dives into the artful side of architecture with sculptural artist Eliza Redmann, founder of Folded Poetry. Once an architect on a promising career path, Eliza's life took a dramatic turn after a traumatic brain injury. What followed was a powerful story of resilience, reinvention, and a new mission: creating art that's both visually stunning and acoustically functional. Eliza shares how her designs offer sensory accessibility, reflect invisible disabilities, and bring softness into harsh built environments. From using recycled acoustic felt to collaborating with manufacturers like UnikaVev, Eliza is transforming spaces into havens for the neurodivergent and sensory-sensitive. Tune in for a moving conversation about constraint, creativity, and how buildings—and art—can tell deeply human stories.More About Eliza RedmannEliza Redmann is a licensed architect, sculptural artist, and the founder of Folded Poetry, a design studio based in Durham, North Carolina. After a traumatic brain injury from a car accident abruptly disrupted her architecture career, Eliza transformed her path through creative reinvention. Her art became both a tool for healing and a platform for advocacy, offering viewers a visceral glimpse into the visual disturbances and sensory challenges she continues to navigate. Eliza specializes in custom commissions, design licensing, and prototyping “acoustic artwork” that enhances sensory accessibility in built environments—particularly for individuals with auditory sensitivities. Through her work, she seeks not only to raise awareness about invisible disabilities but also to dismantle the design barriers that often accompany them.Contact:https://www.instagram.com/folded_poetry/?hl=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@folded_poetryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/elizaredmann-foldedpoetryhttps://www.foldedpoetry.com/Where To Find Us:https://bbfhpod.advancedglazings.com/www.advancedglazings.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/better-buildings-for-humans-podcastwww.linkedin.com/in/advanced-glazings-ltd-848b4625https://twitter.com/bbfhpodhttps://twitter.com/Solera_Daylighthttps://www.instagram.com/bbfhpod/https://www.instagram.com/advancedglazingsltdhttps://www.facebook.com/AdvancedGlazingsltd

God's Good Design for Gender and Sexuality, Part 1 (Genesis 1:27) | Mike Kelsey 

God's Good Design For Humanity, Part 2 (Genesis 1:26) | Mike Kelsey 

Good Design Techniques for the Pitch Deck Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. The pitch deck is the primary tool in fundraising. It's important to develop a pitch deck that's clear and engaging. Here are some key techniques to improve the design of your pitch deck: Use graphs and charts to show numbers and data. Increase the impact of the data through charts with bold lines and colors that stand out. Use colors and contrast to highlight key points. The colors should be consistent with the color theme of the deck, which should complement the startup's logo. Choose a font that's clear and legible.  Avoid big blocks of text and break paragraphs down into bullet points. Align the style of the pitch deck with the startup and its mission. Use glyphs and other design elements to communicate the message. Add background images to create additional effects. Show how the product works using a 3 to 4-step sequence. Create a flow in the deck to tell the startup story in a seamless fashion. Consider these steps in adding good design to your pitch deck.   Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at:   Check out our other podcasts here:   For Investors check out:   For Startups check out:   For eGuides check out:   For upcoming Events, check out    For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group    Please , share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of .

In this message from Genesis 1–2, David Platt points us to God's good design for humanity, created for His glory. Listen to our newest podcast, Everyday Radical! Explore more content from Radical.

Have you ever looked in the mirror and immediately started critiquing what you see? From body image struggles to chronic illness, infertility, or the natural process of aging, so many of us carry quiet shame and exhaustion when it comes to our bodies. In this episode, bestselling author and Bible teacher Lisa Whittle joins us to share how Scripture offers a better foundation — what she calls "whole-body theology." Instead of chasing self-improvement or settling for hype messages from culture, Lisa reminds us of the hope, freedom, and peace that come when we understand our bodies as God's good design.You'll learn:Why cultural messages about “loving yourself” fall short — and how God's Word offers something more lasting.What it means to live with a whole-body theology rooted in imago dei.How to confront cycles of shame, comparison, and self-improvement with biblical Truth.Practical encouragement for those navigating body image struggles, chronic illness, infertility, or aging.Resources From This Episode:Purchase a copy of Lisa's Bible study, “Body and Soul.”Listen to Lisa's podcast, “Jesus Over Everything.”Give today to help another woman know the Truth and live the Truth because it changes everything.Leave us a rating and written review on Apple Podcasts.Click here to download a transcript of this episodeWant More on This Topic? Listen to “How To Escape the Comparison Trap” with Laura L. Smith.Watch the video titled “Breaking Unhealthy Patterns: The Victim Triangle” from the Therapy & Theology series on our YouTube channel.Go deeper with study content created by women, for women. Delight in Scripture with the CSB Women's Study Bible. For both deep study and daily reading, this Bible is uniquely crafted to equip women to dig into God's Word and disciple other women in their life to do the same. Purchase a CSB Women's Study Bible here.

God's Good Design For Humanity, Part 1 (Genesis 1-2) | David Platt 

In this message from Genesis 1–2, David Platt addresses worldview questions, highlighting God's good design in creation.Listen to our newest podcast, Everyday Radical! Explore more content from Radical.

God's Good Design in Creation, Part 2 (Genesis 1:1-25) | David Platt

God's Good Design in Creation, Part 1 (Genesis 1:1-25) | Mike Kelsey  

God's good design in creating men and women demonstrates God's desire for how the Church will be faithful and fruitful in her Gospel-driven mission.---We desire to see the Gospel saturate a people, awakening them by the glory of God to treasure Jesus as better.For more Gospel-centered teaching and resources, including audio and video downloads of our sermons, please visit our website: http://www.thewellchurchok.com/resourcesInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/thewellchurchokFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/thewellchurchok

We unpack two stories exemplifying the principle that thoughtful design can have a deeper impact than just being pleasant to look at.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this conversation, Sarah Davis, Workplace Strategy Lead at HED,  discusses the importance of human-centered workplace design and its impact on employee well-being and organizational culture. She emphasizes how physical office environments should align with company values and support different work behaviors. The discussion highlights the need for gathering diverse employee perspectives when designing workspaces and the strategic role of the office in fostering collaboration, creativity, and social connection. Sarah advocates for moving beyond traditional office layouts to create intentional spaces that enhance rather than hinder employee performance and satisfaction.Connect with Sarah Davis here:https://hed.co/https://www.linkedin.com/company/hed-architecture-engineering/Connect with Traci here: https://linktr.ee/HRTraciChapters00:00 Introduction to Human-Centered Workplace Design04:30 Aligning Physical Space with Company Culture11:34 Defining the Purpose of the Office18:11 Moving Beyond Productivity to Experience-Focused Design25:45 From Paper Decisions to Real Employee Experience29:53 The Impact of Good Design on Employee Performance33:23 Resources and How to ConnectIf you found our discussion insightful, we'd like you to take a moment to rate our podcast. Your feedback helps us grow and reach more listeners who are passionate about these topics. You can also leave a review and tell us what you loved or what you'd like to hear more of - we're all ears! Disclaimer: Thoughts, opinions, and statements made on this podcast are not a reflection of the thoughts, opinions, and statements of the Company by whom Traci Chernoff is actively employed. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products or services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.

Purity culture promised protection and blessing, but for many it left a legacy of shame, confusion, and even distance from God. In this episode, we sit down with licensed psychologist Dr. Camden Morgante who knows the struggle firsthand, both personally and professionally. She shares her own story of growing up in purity culture, the myths that shaped her faith, and the painful ways those messages got tangled with her sense of identity and sexuality. Together, we unpack what it looks like to heal from toxic beliefs while holding onto a faith that is life-giving, embodied, and whole. You'll hear how she helps clients disentangle shame from sexuality in a distinctly Christian context, and how she found freedom herself while still embracing a traditional Christian sexual ethic but without the weight of fear and condemnation. If you've ever wrestled with purity culture's ideas or impact, this conversation offers a hopeful, grace-filled path forward. Connect with Dr. Camden Morgante on her website, substack, Facebook, or Instagram. Find Dr. Morgante's book Recovering from Purity Culture: Dismantle the Myths, Reject Shame-Based Sexuality, and Move Forward in Your Faith    For some powerful resources to address your own inner life around intimacy, sexuality, and relationships, check out our YourSexpectations hub: articles, the book, the online course, and more. Find out more about Dr. Carol Ministries in-person intensives - a safe place to unpack your story around intimacy and relationships, and experience Jesus coming into your story to bring healing and wholeness. Dr. Carol loves to hear from you. You can send a confidential message here.

Welcome back to the podcast, men! In today's episode, we're unpacking God's good design for sex in marriage—and how to protect that intimacy from the enemy's attacks so your marriage can thrive with joy, unity, and blessing.--The PursueGOD Men's podcast helps guys apply God's Word to their lives to become full circle followers of Jesus. Join us for a new men's episode every other Thursday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/men.Learn more about "full circle" Christianity through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources with men and boys at church.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --God's Good Design for IntimacyFrom the very beginning, God created sexual intimacy as a beautiful and life-giving part of marriage. It's not dirty. It's not something God just “puts up with.” It's a gift meant to be celebrated between a husband and wife. Genesis 2:24-25 reminds us that in the Garden of Eden, Adam and Eve were naked and felt no shame. Physical intimacy was God's idea—and He designed it to bring joy, unity, and blessing.Proverbs 5:18-19 paints a beautiful picture of marital love: “Let your wife be a fountain of blessing for you… may you always be captivated by her love.” And in 1 Corinthians 7:5, Paul encourages married couples to stay connected physically, only stepping back from intimacy temporarily and mutually for the purpose of prayer. Then, he says, come back together so the enemy doesn't use that gap to tempt you.Beware of the Enemy's TacticsJesus warns us in John 10:10 that the thief's purpose is to steal, kill, and destroy. One of the enemy's favorite ways to attack a marriage is by eroding physical intimacy. For decades, experts have said that money and sex are two of the leading causes of divorce. Even if a couple stays married, when intimacy suffers, joy and connection often fade.That's why Philippians 4:6 is so important: pray about everything—including your physical relationship. Ask God to protect your marriage from division in this area. Pray for open and loving communication. Pray for healing if there's been broken trust, sexual sin, or wounds from the past. And if either spouse is carrying shame or guilt, ask God to lift that burden and restore joy.Filling Your Spouse's Love TankEphesians 5:25 calls husbands to love their wives as Christ loved the church—sacrificially and selflessly. One of the best ways to build desire for intimacy is by speaking your spouse's love language:Quality TimeWords of AffirmationPhysical TouchActs of ServiceGiftsThe key is loving your spouse in ways that are meaningful to them, not just in ways that are natural to you. That means learning what fills their “love tank” and making it a priority. If her love language is physical touch, make sure there's affectionate touch that isn't just a lead-in to sex. If it's quality time, let her define what that means—unhurried, undistracted time together. When your wife feels loved, seen, and valued, intimacy naturally grows.The Role of Compromise in IntimacyIn most marriages, one spouse will have a higher sex drive than the other. That's normal. 1 Corinthians 7:4 reminds us that in marriage, each spouse gives authority over their body to the other, meaning intimacy is a shared gift, not a personal possession. The healthiest...

Sometimes we feel like God is withholding good things from us. Things we want or things we think we need. Join us today as we talk about how taking shortcuts may cost us deep relationship with Christ.

Teagasc dairy specialist, Pat Gowing, joins James Dunne on this week's Dairy Edge to discuss farmyard infrastructure and why good planning and design are key to ensuring good animal performance, ease of management and allow for future development.  Teagasc are running a series of events looking at good farmyard design and investment and Pat outlines what will be discussed across these events nationally. For more information go to:https://teagasc.ie/rural-economy/farm-management/farm-buildings/events/ For more episodes from the Dairy Edge podcast go to the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/dairy/the-dairy-edge-podcast/ The Dairy Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

In a culture that's increasingly vocal (and confusing) about identity, gender, and sexuality, how can Christian parents, grandparents, ministry leaders, and those in close proximity to children guide them with biblical clarity and confidence? In this episode, we're joined by Elizabeth Urbanowicz, educator, author, and founder of Foundation Worldview, to talk about her upcoming book, Helping Your Kids Know God's Good Design: 40 Questions and Answers on Sexuality and Gender. We'll explore how to begin age-appropriate conversations with children about God's beautiful design for sex, identity, and relationships. Foundation Worldview website: https://foundationworldview.com/ Watch Krista's update about the Orange Curriculum: https://youtu.be/ruClm7S4uFU

In a culture that's increasingly vocal (and confusing) about identity, gender, and sexuality, how can Christian parents, grandparents, ministry leaders, and those in close proximity to children guide them with biblical clarity and confidence? In this episode, we're joined by Elizabeth Urbanowicz, educator, author, and founder of Foundation Worldview, to talk about her upcoming book, Helping Your Kids Know God's Good Design: 40 Questions and Answers on Sexuality and Gender. We'll explore how to begin age-appropriate conversations with children about God's beautiful design for sex, identity, and relationships. Foundation Worldview website: https://foundationworldview.com/ Watch Krista's update about the Orange Curriculum: https://youtu.be/ruClm7S4uFU

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Is investing in collateral design still worth it for realtors? In this info-packed episode, learn how quality marketing materials drive faster sales, higher property values, and stronger client connections.For more, visit http://bigbenefits.info/276 Mitzy Dadoun Author City: Kawartha Lakes Address: 63 Songbird Crescent Website: https://mddigital.biz/

Good design is losing.Not by better design — but by faster, cheaper, half-assed garbage.And the worst part? Clients are eating it up.Welcome to the new reality where timelines matter more than talent, and “good enough” is winning over great. Designers are watching their best work get ignored while AI bots, Canva templates, and $5 Fiverr hacks get the green light.And yeah, we might have been the ones to let this happen.This week on The Angry Designer podcast, we rip into the real reason good design is losing to fast design and what graphic designers need to do to stay relevant in a world that values speed over skill.In this episode we discuss:- Why clients think fast = progress (and how to flip that on them)- How designers became their own worst enemy- A better way to deliver work without compromising quality- The process tweak that keeps clients off Canva and on your sideIf you're sick of watching garbage design win just because it's quick, this episode gives you the tools to fight back and win the long game.Stay Angry our Friends –––––––––––Join Anger Management for Designers Newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/mr4bb4j3Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.comJoin in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Jonathan Griffiths is pastor of Metropolitan Bible Church in Ottawa, Canada and leads Encounter the Truth, a media ministry that broadcasts on radio and podcasts across the U.S. and Canada. In his recent book, Gathered for Good: God's Good Design for the Local Church, he addresses the need for in-person gathering with empathy and authority, and encourages believers to commit to their local church community as a way to deepen their spiritual growth. Join the Theology in the Raw community for as little as $5/month to get access to premium content at patreon.com/theologyintheraw  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textIn this episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, I'm joined by Nicole Fisher, principal of BNR Interiors, a New York-based luxury residential design firm known for its layered, editorial approach to interiors. Nicole shares her fascinating journey from working on fashion editorials and styling with Lady Gaga's team to curating timeless, soulful interiors filled with vintage treasures and bespoke pieces. Her eye for detail, honed through years in the fashion world, now shapes every space she designs—creating homes that feel as artful as they are livable.We dive into what it really means to scale a creative business without sacrificing style, vision, or authenticity. Nicole opens up about the processes and strategies that have helped her grow BNR Interiors while staying true to her brand ethos. From building the right team to leveraging social media and sourcing globally for one-of-a-kind pieces, this conversation is packed with insight for any designer looking to grow intentionally and profitably.Website: https://www.bnrinteriors.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bnrinteriors/Be sure to follow along on Instagram @thebusinessofbeautifulspaces + @thorntondesign to stay up to date on what we're talking about next week. If you love our podcast, please, please, please leave us a review. If you have any questions or topic ideas OR you wish to be a guest email us thebusinessofbeautifulspaces@gmail.com or find us on instagram @thebusinessofbeautifulspacesLaura Thornton is the principle designer of Thornton Design Inc, located in Kleinburg, ON. Since founding the company in 1999, Laura has been committed to creating a new kind of interior design experience for her clients. Thornton Design is an experienced team of creative talents, focused on curating beautiful residential and commercial spaces in the Toronto, Ontario area and beyond. Now sharing all the years of experience with other interior designers to create a world of collaboration and less competition. The Business of Beautiful Spaces I @thebusinessofbeautifulspacesThornton Design I @thorntondesign

Covid changed a lot of things including in person worship. There is a place for online worship but in this conversation we talk about the theological and spiritual good of gathering in person rather than just online.  Jonathan Griffiths is a Lead Pastor in Ottawa, Canada and also a writer.  He wrote the book "Gathered for Good: God's Good Design for the Local Church". A great conversation on the importance of the local church.

Why does doing good service design often feel like an uphill battle...Okay, I'm on a mission this year to find the best recipe for BBQ Chicken Wings (recommendations are welcome, by the way).Over the weekend, I was experimenting with a new one (I'd give it an 8.5/10), and then it struck me.I can have the most delicious recipe, but if my guests turn out to be vegetarian, we spontaneously decide to go out for dinner, or the kids are just tired of eating chicken again, it won't matter. No one will appreciate my tasty chicken wings, no matter how hard I try.And obviously, the problem isn't with the recipe itself.Well, you might be surprised how often this exact scenario plays out in our work in service design.We pour our hearts and souls into crafting solutions that should create a positive impact on users and our organizations. Yet, somehow, a lot (maybe most?) of these well-designed solutions never actually see the light of day.Is it because they are bad solutions? Assuming you know what you're doing, most likely not.So, there must be something else going on. Are there other critical success factors (like knowing your guests are vegetarian) that we tend to overlook when we're so focused on perfecting the "recipe"?It turns out there are (which probably isn't a huge surprise to many of us).So what are these other success factors? And most importantly, how do we understand them and maybe even turn them in our favour?That's what we discuss in this episode with our returning guest, Brad Alphonso.Brad has led numerous service design initiatives from the initial idea all the way through to implementation inside a large, regulated, and pretty complex organization. He's open about the fact that not all of these initiatives had the impact he hoped for, but over the years, his success rate has gone up significantly.In this episode, we look back and reflect: Was it luck? Was there a magic breakthrough, or did the 'game' itself change somehow for him?So if you want to move the needle with your work, instead of it feeling like a constant struggle, this episode offers important clues – around understanding your organisation's real momentum and how decisions actually get made – that could help you navigate much more effectively.This conversation made me reflect on the fact that I see so many talented service design "players" out there. And I do wonder how many of us are, at times, playing the wrong game... let's try not to be that person.Keep making a positive impact!Take care,~ Marc--- [ 1. GUIDE ] --- 00:00 Welcome to Episode 22804:00 Brad's hopes for the conversation06:00 Challenges in Brad's role09:30 Business challenges11:00 What gives teams headaches13:00 Service design definition15:00 Current operating systems20:30 Importance of service design24:45 Problem ownership27:00 Alternative O.S. for solving wicked problems30:00 Types of tools used32:00 Strategy document examples33:00 Three questions to ask your CFO34:30 What is "good enough"?36:30 Observing changes in your work39:45 Tools for clarifying the operating system42:00 Avoiding naivety45:00 Winning the 'game' as a toolkit 47:00 What are we missing?49:00 Obvious next steps - idea to inception53:00 Why some projects fail55:00 Pitfall perspective - pre-mortem activity56:30 Summary of the Alternative O.S.58:00 Question to ponder --- [ 2. LINKS ] --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-alphonso --- [ 3. CIRCLE ] --- Join our private community for in-house service design professionals. ⁠https://servicedesignshow.com/circle

Dive in as we explore Gods good design and timeless truths for marriage, singleness, and purity in an increasingly confusing world.

Dr Kenneth Bruce Made For Him God's Good Design Genesis 2:4-7 Made By God And For His Glory

Dr Kenneth Bruce Made For Him God's Good Design Genesis 2:4-7 Made By God And For His Glory

In this fascinating episode, Paul and Todd resume their discussion of natural evil with special guest Dr. Rahel Wells. If the world we live in is the same way God made it in the beginning, what does this tell us about God's care for the animals? On the other hand, if God really does care for the animals, how might that care shape our view of creation? Dr. Wells walks us through scripture's teaching about animals and explains what we should do about it. This is a unique conversation you won't want to miss! Books and Papers Mentioned in this Episode Henning Steinfeld; Pierre Gerber; Tom Wassenaar; Vincent Castel; Mauricio Rosales; Cees de Haan (2006). Livestock's long shadow.https://openknowledge.fao.org/server/api/core/bitstreams/36ade937-4641-46ed-aac4-6162717d8a7f/content Past Episodes Mentioned in this Episode Episode 52: Why Would God make Parasites? https://youtu.be/dU277iAbvRcEpisode 77: Rattlesnakes: God's Good Design https://youtu.be/mD6Ni_9zg7w Send questions to podcast@coresci.org Support the podcast by going to https://letstalkcreation.org Support Core's Christmas campaign at https://coresci.org/index.php/donate/ Join Todd's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/researchreportsEmail us with comments or questions at: podcast@coresci.org Check us out on social media and consider donating to support this podcast CoreAcademy of Science Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/coresci.org Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/coreacademyofscience/ Twitter:https://twitter.com/CoreacadInfo Website:https://coresci.org/  Biblical Creation Trust Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/biblicalcreationtrust Twitter:https://twitter.com/bct_origins Website:https://www.biblicalcreationtrust.org/For questions and comments email podcast@coresci.org Please consider supporting this work by going to https://coresci.org/connect or https://biblicalcreationtrust.org *Disclaimer: Things mentionedin the Show Notes are not endorsements of people, places,or things discussed in the podcast, but rather a record of what was spoken about and helpful links to material for our listeners.

Today, on Karl and Crew, we dove deeper into our “Be the Church” theme by discussing using our God-given gifts in the church. As followers of Christ, we should strive to be more than just a face at church because membership is more than attending a class; it’s spiritually engaging with our church family. Would the church body notice your absence if you missed a few Sundays? We also had special guest Jonathan Griffiths join the conversation. Jonathan is the lead pastor of the Metropolitan Bible Chuch in Ottawa, Canada. He also leads Encounter the Truth, a broadcasting ministry that produces religious programming on radio and podcasts across the United States and Canada. Jonathan has also written several books, including “Gathered for Good: God’s Good Design for the Local Church.” You can hear the highlights of today’s program on Karl and Crew Showcast.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When should you talk to your kids about sex? What should you say, and how can you bring it up naturally? In this episode of the Foundation Worldview Podcast, Elizabeth Urbanowicz addresses these important questions. She provides a framework for having age-appropriate conversations about body parts, the mechanics of sex, and reproduction—all while grounding the discussion in a positive, biblical perspective. Learn how to create a safe and open environment where your children can ask questions and receive clear, truthful answers from you. Resources mentioned: God's Good Design for Sex mini-series