Podcasts about Good People

Welcome to SC Church Podcast! We're so glad you could join us. Today Pastor Denny Rodney Duron shared with us his message:“You Asked For It; Faith and Suffering: Why do Bad Things Happen to Good People?"

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This podcast shows you how to fully recover from OCD.Each episode breaks down the exact techniques and nuances that stop rumination, reduce compulsions, and help you retrain your brain out of the OCD cycle. We cover every major OCD theme, including:Pure-O OCDRelationship OCDHarm OCDReal Event OCDSO-OCD / Sexuality OCDReligious / Scrupulosity OCDCleaning & Contamination OCDPhysical CompulsionsAll other OCD subtypesMy goal is simple: clear guidance that actually works, explained in a way that is calm, direct, and easy to apply immediately.You can fully recover from OCD. Don't give up — you're not stuck, and your brain can change.

How do we make sense of bad things happening to good people. It's a very human question. One we've been asking since Genesis 3 and the fall of man. Today we will tackle this question and in all of it, see the goodness of God

Established in 1852, The Granite YMCA is part of the worldwide non-profit Y organization. They focus on youth development, healthy living, family strengthening, and social responsibility. The Granite YMCA is part of the state's safety net in support of those less fortunate. This past year, they provided financial aid and/or free services valued at over $1.6 million dollars to 12,937 individuals across NH. The Granite YMCA does so much more than you may realize. In this episode, I speak to the Chief Executive Officer, Michele Sheppard, to learn more. I hope this episode educates and inspires you.For more information, please visit https://www.graniteymca.org/You can also find them on https://www.facebook.com/TheGraniteYMCAhttps://www.instagram.com/graniteymca/?hl=enhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/the-granite-ymca/For more on the Dose of Good Podcast, visithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552349588905https://www.instagram.com/dose_of_good_podcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@doseofgoodpodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@DoseOfGoodPodcastYou can also email doseofgoodpodcast@gmail.com

On this special edition of Community Capital, Jennifer Bond sits down with Amanda Huszti from Lake Trust Credit Union to talk about the second annual Country Boots and Beats Festival coming to downtown Brighton on June 20th. The conversation covers what brought 24,000 people to Main Street last year, why Lake Trust keeps showing up as presenting sponsor, and what to expect this summer, including live music, line dancing, local vendors, food trucks, and much more!   Timestamps 00:00 Welcome & Lake Trust's Community Impact 02:16 Lake Trust's Past Support & Festival Growth 05:50 Festival Lineup and Family Activities 09:56 Inclusivity and Comfort at the Festival 12:15 Country Music Love & Artist Personalities 15:10 Western Wear & Unique Vendors 17:40 Making Memories & Final Preparations Website: https://explorebrightonhowellarea.com/events/brightons-country-boots-and-beats/ Show Links Learn more about the Brighton Chamber by visiting our website. Website: https://www.brightoncoc.org/

Good people don't turn into problem employees. A pattern turns them.Day 3 of The Flow Protocol, our 30-day series inside The Irreplaceable Practice. Today: group flow, the state behind the best days your whole team has ever had.In this episode:What group flow is, and why your team has already felt it.The 10 triggers that drop a team into flow, and the backwards version almost every practice runs by accident.What happens when you fix them: more referrals, easier case acceptance, record months, and less stress.This isn't a people problem. It's a pattern problem. Nobody builds it on purpose. It grows on its own when the conditions are wrong. Fix the conditions and the team driving you crazy becomes the best you have ever had. That's the one thing no DSO can buy.Press play for Day 3 and count how many of the 10 you recognize.

Send Us Your Grilling QuestionsThis week we're looking back at MeatFest and sharing our biggest takeaways from the event. From the food that impressed us most to the conversations we had with fellow grillers and BBQ enthusiasts, we're recapping the highlights from an unforgettable weekend.We talk about the trends we noticed, the equipment that caught our attention, and why events like MeatFest remind us that BBQ is about more than just the food—it's about community.If you've ever wondered what it's like to attend a large BBQ gathering, or you're looking for inspiration for your next cook, pull up a chair and join us around the pit.Follow Burn Pit BBQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/burnpitbbqguys/Facebook: ​https://www.facebook.com/burnpitbbqAre you a grilling novice looking to master the art of BBQ and outdoor cooking? Look no further! "Grilling To Get Away" is your go-to podcast for all things grilling, specially designed for beginners who want to embark on a flavorful journey of sizzling steaks, juicy burgers, and mouthwatering BBQ.Hosted by backyard grillers, Greg Fischer & Ben Kreple, this podcast serves up a sizzling blend of tips, tricks, and step-by-step instructions to help you become a grilling pro. Whether you're working with charcoal, gas, or a smoker, our experts will demystify the world of grilling, making it accessible and enjoyable for everyone.Each episode of "Grilling To Get Away" covers essential topics like choosing the right grill, mastering temperature control, selecting the best cuts of meat, marinating, and creating sensational rubs and sauces. You'll also learn about safety tips, grilling techniques, and troubleshooting common grilling problems.Join us as we fire up the grill, share our passion for cooking outdoors, and help you become the backyard BBQ hero you've always wanted to be. So, grab your apron, prepare your tongs, and tune in to "Grilling To Get Away" for a smokin' good time on your grilling journey. It's time to ignite your grilling passion and become a BBQ aficionado!

Please enjoy my monologue Good People with Michael Covel on Trend Following Radio. This episode may also include great outside guests from my archive. --- I'm MICHAEL COVEL, the host of TREND FOLLOWING RADIO, and I'm proud to have delivered 10+ million podcast listens since 2012. Investments, economics, psychology, politics, decision-making, human behavior, entrepreneurship and trend following are all passionately explored and debated on my show. To start? I'd like to give you a great piece of advice you can use in your life and trading journey… cut your losses! You will find much more about that philosophy here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/trend/ You can watch a free video here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/video/ Can't get enough of this episode? You can choose from my thousand plus episodes here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/podcast My social media platforms: Twitter: @covel Facebook: @trendfollowing LinkedIn: @covel Instagram: @mikecovel Hope you enjoy my never-ending podcast conversation!

What's the difference between being a good person and being a Christian? In this conversation, Clayton, Chris, and Amy wrestle with a question many parents eventually face: if our neighbors, friends, and classmates seem kind, generous, and moral, what actually makes Christianity different? Along the way, they explore how Christian values have shaped our culture, why outward behavior doesn't tell the whole story of a person's faith, and how grace—not performance—is at the center of the Christian story. This episode is a thoughtful discussion about faith, morality, judgment, humility, and the challenge of helping our kids understand what it means to follow Jesus in a world where many people look similar on the surface.What's the difference between being a good person and being a Christian? In this conversation, Clayton, Chris, and Amy wrestle with a question many parents eventually face: if our neighbors, friends, and classmates seem kind, generous, and moral, what actually makes Christianity different? Along the way, they explore how Christian values have shaped our culture, why outward behavior doesn't tell the whole story of a person's faith, and how grace—not performance—is at the center of the Christian story. This episode is a thoughtful discussion about faith, morality, judgment, humility, and the challenge of helping our kids understand what it means to follow Jesus in a world where many people look similar on the surface.TakeawaysMany of the values we consider "common sense" today—kindness, equality, compassion, and dignity—have deep roots in a Christian understanding of the world.It's possible for someone who isn't a Christian to appear more moral than someone who is, because we rarely know the full story of a person's heart, struggles, or spiritual journey.Christianity isn't ultimately about being a good person; it's about receiving grace and being transformed by Jesus over time.The closer we get to people, the more we discover that surface-level similarities often hide deeper differences in beliefs, priorities, and motivations.Humility grows when we recognize that, apart from God's grace, we are capable of the same failures we often judge in others.Faith changes people, but that change is usually seen most clearly through a person's long-term direction rather than isolated moments.One of the most important conversations parents can have with their kids is helping them understand the difference between earning God's love and responding to God's love.Chapters00:00 — Sports, Parenting, and a Bigger Question04:16 — Good People vs. Christians11:34 — How Christianity Shaped Our Culture18:38 — Morality, Faith, and Grace27:54 — Faith, Works, and Spiritual Growth32:34 — Why We Need Better Conversations

Please enjoy my monologue Good People with Michael Covel on Trend Following Radio. This episode may also include great outside guests from my archive. --- I'm MICHAEL COVEL, the host of TREND FOLLOWING RADIO, and I'm proud to have delivered 10+ million podcast listens since 2012. Investments, economics, psychology, politics, decision-making, human behavior, entrepreneurship and trend following are all passionately explored and debated on my show. To start? I'd like to give you a great piece of advice you can use in your life and trading journey… cut your losses! You will find much more about that philosophy here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/trend/ You can watch a free video here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/video/ Can't get enough of this episode? You can choose from my thousand plus episodes here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/podcast My social media platforms: Twitter: @covel Facebook: @trendfollowing LinkedIn: @covel Instagram: @mikecovel Hope you enjoy my never-ending podcast conversation!

Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright and Tony Award winner David Lindsay-Abaire, whose acclaimed works include Rabbit Hole, Kimberly Akimbo, Good People, and Shrek the Musical, joins us to discuss his latest play, The Balusters. Recently nominated for five 2026 Tony Awards, including Best Play, The Balusters is a sharp and hilarious satire set within a tightly knit neighborhood association where a seemingly simple proposal—a new stop sign—sparks an all-out community battle. Through wit and escalating conflict, the play explores change, belonging, and what happens when communities evolve faster than the people who live in them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FAMU has one Undisputed NIL Champion and that would be the Fang Exchange. This organization is led by friends of the Show and FAMU Avengers Ashley & Tache' who have done some amazing work in a small amount of time. We have them coming on to do a year in review of the Fang Exchange and to talk about what they are looking to do pressing forward. Good Times with Good People, Fangs Up.#FAMU #FangsUp #HBCU #HBCUdigital

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Catholic Charities New Hampshire responds to those in need with programs that heal, comfort, and empower. The organization supports individuals and families of all backgrounds and beliefs across the state. Some of their focus areas include poverty and hunger, homelessness and veterans, mental health, seniors, and immigration. So many non-profits fall under Catholic Charities that you might not even be aware of. Today, I speak with Michael McDonough, Executive Director of Marketing and Communications. This is a jam-packed episode full of lots of great information about the incredible work Catholic Charities is doing in the state. I hope you enjoy learning more about them.For more information, please visit https://www.cc-nh.org/You can also visit https://www.facebook.com/catholiccharitiesnh/For more on the Dose of Good Podcast, visithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552349588905https://www.instagram.com/dose_of_good_podcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@doseofgoodpodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@DoseOfGoodPodcastYou can also email doseofgoodpodcast@gmail.com

Gad Saad's Suicidal Empathy just became an instant #1 New York Times bestseller — and the thesis is as urgent as it is disturbing: the West is being dismantled not by its enemies, but by its own misguided compassion.Ami sits down with Professor Gad Saad to unpack what's really going on. They cover the Marxist roots of suicidal empathy and how it destroys personal agency, why antisemitism is like a shingles virus — dormant until the conditions are right — and why the concept of "radical Islam" is a comforting lie we need to stop telling. Islam is Islam. Individuals choose how seriously to follow it.They also get into what really happened when Gad spent three hours on Joe Rogan's show trying to counter a tsunami of anti-Israel voices. Why Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly's turns were genuinely surprising. Whether audience capture and personal slights — not ideology — drive most of these betrayals. And the only real path back.Support the show: patreon.com/AmisHouse

This episode of The Currently Reading Podcast is a great place to jump in if you love honest book recommendations and spoiler-free bookish conversation. Meredith and Kaytee help two listeners take control of their overflowing TBR piles with personalized picks. They also get into everything they have been reading lately, from literary fiction like Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar to the cozy fantasy of T. Kingfisher, and they talk honestly about how to keep your reading life calm instead of overwhelming. On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: needing some reading sanity and two Kindles? Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: Kaytee and Meredith boss some listeners' TBRs Before We Go: our new segment featuring a bookish friend post and Meredith brings a book she may DNF Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . .   1:23 - Bookish Moments of the Week 3:16 - The Reimagining of Thornwood House by Jaleigh Johnson (pre-order, releases June 9, 2026) 5:56 - Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar  10:53 - Current Reads 11:14 - The Bookseller by Tim Sullivan (Meredith) 17:03 - The Better Mother by Jennifer van der Kleut (Kaytee) 21:30 - Strangers by Belle Berden (Meredith) 24:06 - Awake by Jen Hatmaker 28:49 - Nine Goblins by T. Kingfisher (Kaytee) 29:36 - A Sorceress Comes To Call by T. Kingfisher 32:40 - What Moves the Dead by T. Kingfisher 32:41 - Nettle & Bone by T. Kingfisher 32:42 - Swordheart by T. Kingfisher 34:56 - The Red Winter by Cameron Sullivan (Meredith) 36:42 - An Unlikely Story 38:25 - Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell by Susanne Clarke 39:26 - The Bright Sword by Lev Grossman 40:13 - Isola by Allegra Goodman (Kaytee) 45:35 - Deep Dive: Boss My TBR From Carrie: 47:19 - Lady Tremine by Rachel Hochhauser 47:20 - How to Kill A Guy In Ten Dates by Shailee Thompson 47:24 - Five by Ilona Bannister 47:27 - Isabella Nagg and the Pot of Basil by Oliver Darkshire 47:57  - romance.io  48:02 - This Summer will be Different by Carley Fortune 50:38 - Every Summer After by Carley Fortune From Gianna: 52:26 - The Boomerang by Robert Bailey 52:28 - Down with the Shipmans by Meg Mitchell Moore 52:31 - For Whom the Belle Tolls by Jaysea Lynn 52:34 - Good People by Patmeena Sabit 52:37 - Lady Tremine by Rachel Hochhauser 57:23 - Before We Go Kaytee highlights a bookish friend post Meredith brings a book she might DNF and why 59:43 - Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zang by Kylie Lee Baker   Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. May's IPL is brought to us from a new to us bookstore, Book & Books in Coral Gables, Florida Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads | Substack | Youtube The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

Send us Fan MailSummer has a way of changing the rules. Your routines you've had since January or maybe only from Spring Break are about to get upended once again. The weather gets remarkably warmer, you want to be outside more, schedules become less predictable, and the longer days mean everybody's up later if you have kids at home. So, when do you find time to write?This is a good question to ask yourself. By meeting yourself where you are right now, and preparing for what's to come, you relieve a lot of tension. It's so common to start the season with good intentions, then find yourself frustrated because your writing life doesn't look the way you expected it to.But, if you prepare yourself for what's to come then you're less likely to just have “good intentions” on your mind, but actual, actionable tasks for yourself. Summer and it's ability to upend everything is what inspired this week's podcast episode: Go With the Flow for Summer.So, instead of fighting with the season, or letting it stress you out, what if you worked with it?What if summer isn't asking you to keep the same writing rhythm you've had all year?You might write less for a while.You'll read more and this is something that comes up in this week's episode.You'll spend time collecting ideas rather than feeling the pressure to have everything on the page.Maybe you'll have bursts of creativity followed by weeks that feel slower and less structured.All of this doesn't mean you're falling behind.It means you're showing up in different ways to your creative process.Your mind may be so set on thinking that drafting is the most important part of writing your novel, but reading, observing, thinking, and living are part of it too. Sometimes the experiences you have during a less productive season become the things you draw from later. It's so common to put pressure on yourself to force consistency through every season of life. What I still love about the conversation I watched between authors Abby Jimenez and Meghan Quinn, is both of them talked about being behind on their deadlines and that there are as many different approaches to writing as there are writers. So, this idea of there being one way or that you have to grind on the “hamster wheel” of writing is not realistic for everyone. Creativity rarely moves in a straight line. That's what's so beautiful about being a creative person. You move at your own rhythm. When you think about this Summer, it may be inviting you into a different relationship with your writing. So, if your writing life looks different over the next few months, give yourself permission to follow where the season leads.Allow for more flexibility.Maybe find opportunities for curiosity. You can leave word counts behind and focus on another measure for your progress. I highly encourage you to read the book that's been sitting on your nightstand. I flew through two great books recently by taking this leap. I read: Good People by Patmeena Sabit and The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez. Take a long walk and dictate your ideas into your phone.Fill your notebook with observations or from eavesdropping on conversations (I love this one for fiction writing).Write when you can. Forcing the creative process never works. Trust that you're a writer, even when your creative energy takes a different shape. Welcome to the Inspired Writer Collective podcast. If you've ever felt the pull to write your truth, to shape the chaos of real life into something meaningful and to share your journey with the world, you're in the right place. We're your hosts, Elizabeth and Stephanie, writers, coaches, and entrepreneurs who believe in you and know how important it is to find a writing community to guide you on your path to self-publishing. You're invited to connect with us by joining our Embodied Writing Experience where you'll get a writer's retreat directly to your inbox on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays each week. Whether you're working on a memoir, a novel, or journaling for yourself, this is an invitation to slow down, tune in, and write with embodied intention.   Join our Embodied Writing Experience where you'll get a writer's retreat directly to your inbox on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays each week. This is an invitation to slow down, tune in, and write with embodied intention.   Work 1:1 with Memoir Coach Elizabeth Wilson. Book a session here.Feel Good Marketing with Stephanie. Book a session here.If you prefer to watch our conversations, you can find all of them on our YouTube channel.You can find us on Instagram and Threads

This week, Erin Ashley is back, and we dive into all our thoughts and reactions to Patmenna Sabit's stunning debut novel Good People!  THIS IS A SPOILER EPISODE. Check Out Author Social Media PackagesCheck out the Bookwild Community on PatreonCheck Out My Stories Are My Religion SubstackGet Bookwild MerchFollow @imbookwild on InstagramOther Co-hosts On Instagram:Gare Billings @gareindeedreadsSteph Lauer @books.in.badgerlandHalley Sutton @halleysutton25Brian Watson @readingwithbrianMacKenzie Green @missusa2mba

Christian Busk is the founder and principal of Busk & Associates, serving as a visionary landscape architect who has spent over 40 years shaping the aesthetic of Naples. In Part 1 of our interview, he shares incredible stories of physically moving historic homes to save them from demolition, designing the city's first vanishing-edge pool, and his mission to preserve and elevate the natural beauty of Southwest Florida.

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Join host Adam Larson as he welcomes expert guests Dana Hermanson, Daniel Haggerty, and Douglas Boyle—the authors of the 2026 Curt Verschoor Ethics Feature of the Year—for an honest, eye-opening discussion on the shadow side of professional ethics. After their award-winning article on building virtue, the trio flips the script—this time tackling the capital vices of pride, envy, and greed, and exploring why good people sometimes make bad choices. Hear real-world examples, from Enron to Theranos, and pick up practical strategies for recognizing and overcoming these vices in yourself and your organization. Daniel shares a philosopher's perspective on the roots of bad behavior, Douglas draws on his executive experience to talk about healthy versus harmful pride, and Dana connects classic wisdom to familiar fraud prevention tools. Whether you're a finance leader, student, or just curious about why fraud still happens, this is a conversation packed with insight, stories, and advice you can use right away—including a behind-the-scenes look at their award-winning article.

Mike Nicoletti is the founder and general partner of Top Mark Capital, a concentrated long-term investor who built his firm from a $110,000 seed during business school, drawing on experiences spanning tech consulting in Stockholm, competitive offshore sailing, and startup ventures.Episode Sponsor: Fiscal AI is a modern data terminal that gives investors instant access to twenty years of financials, earnings transcripts, and extensive segment and KPI data—use my link for a two-week free trial plus 15% off: https://fiscal.ai/talkingbillions/5:00 — Mike's family origin story: born near Toronto, his grandmother was a Jacuzzi — the family behind the iconic brand. From airplane propellers in WWI to water pumps to hydrotherapy, entrepreneurship ran deep.12:00 — The Jacuzzi family sold the business in 1979 at a bad time; infighting over share distribution led to the undoing. Mike's father passed away suddenly when Mike was seven, reshaping his childhood.16:00 — Stepfather John introduced frugality and discipline. The $1/week allowance ledger, $5 lawn mowing, and a grandfather's advice — "Sounds like you need some new customers" — sparked Mike's entrepreneurial instincts.20:00 — Sailing discovery: learned on a chalkboard, walked onto a college team with zero experience, eventually pursued competitive offshore racing. Sailing opened doors and became a lifelong thread.27:00 — In New York prepping a sailboat, Mike stumbles into Brian H. Lawrence's investing circle at Oak Cliff Sailing. Lawrence seeds Top Mark Capital with $100,000; Mike had $10,000.33:00 — Joel Greenblatt sighting at the Lawrence office. Brian Lawrence Jr. guides Mike through fund setup. "I just did it" — filed Delaware entities, opened Interactive Brokers, built it from scratch.40:00 — Pirsig's Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance: static vs. dynamic quality as a framework for value investing. Value investors hunt for dynamic quality; dogma is dynamic quality that became static.45:00 — Top Mark's asymmetry thesis: buy quality businesses with unrecognized option value exposed to long-arc trends. Venture capital's trend-identification applied to public equities.53:00 — "Software is eating the world" evolution: from cloud to AI/ML to the current harness phase — Claude Code, Cursor, Perplexity. Enormous infrastructure demand ahead.59:00 — Healthcare disruption: genomic sequencing costs dropped from $1 billion to ~$200. Diagnostics + AI will reshape the care model before patients even see a doctor.1:07:00 — Partnerships over transactions. Buffett told Brian Lawrence only 1-2% of world capital is invested this way — and Berkshire is half of it.1:10:00 — Success defined: Mom's family had love without wealth, Dad's family had wealth with problems, the Lawrences had both. "Surround yourself with good people."1:12:00 — Restoring what was lost: the Jacuzzi fortune, Polish communism — generational wealth as inspiration, not entitlement.Podcast Program – Disclosure StatementBlue Infinitas Capital, LLC is a registered investment adviser and the opinions expressed by the Firm's employees and podcast guests on this show are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Blue Infinitas Capital, LLC. All statements and opinions expressed are based upon information considered reliable although it should not be relied upon as such. Any statements or opinions are subject to change without notice.Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed.

Fireside Chat with Dennis Prager - Ep. 45 originally aired on July 17th, 2018 On this week's Fireside Chat, Dennis Prager speaks on the single most important question society and individuals have to answer. Check it out! Donate to PragerU at PragerU.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

This week on OooohTheyFunny, the crew dives into three hilariously real conversations everybody can relate to: flirting in today's world, the struggle of trying to hold in a fart at the worst possible moment, and whether people are actually as “good” as they think they are. From debating if modern flirting has turned into nothing more than likes, DMs, and reaction emojis, to breaking down the awkward balance between confidence and coming off creepy, the episode keeps it honest about dating, social media, and fear of rejection. Then things take a wild turn as the cast shares survival tactics, horror stories, and slick cover-up moves for those moments when your stomach tests your dignity in public. To wrap it up, the conversation gets deeper as they challenge what really defines a good person, whether intentions matter more than actions, and how much past mistakes should count against somebody trying to grow. Funny, relatable, and unexpectedly thoughtful, this episode mixes comedy with real conversations that'll have listeners laughing while questioning themselves at the same time.

On this episode, I sat down with Richard Bistrong to talk about the pressures that can lead good people to make bad decisions and what leadership teams can do to prevent that from happening. Richard shares his extraordinary journey from international sales executive to federal investigation, prison, and eventually becoming a trusted advisor to companies on ethics, compliance, and anti-bribery.In this conversation, we explore how pressure, silence, unclear guardrails, and “win at all costs” cultures can create real risk inside organizations of any size. Richard also breaks down practical steps leaders can take to build a culture where people speak up, ethical behavior is clearly defined, and doing the right thing becomes part of how the business grows. Thanks for listening! Connect with us at mike-goldman.com/blog and on Instagram@mikegoldmancoach and on YouTube @Mikegoldmancoach

The Mayhew Program is a tuition-free, year-round youth development organization specifically designed for at-risk boys. It combines an intensive residential summer experience on Mayhew Island with consistent year-round mentoring in the boys' home communities. Founded over 50 years ago, it focuses on helping boys ages 10 to 18 develop respect, responsibility, community, and resilience through long-term support. Today I speak with Executive Director Peter Saliba and Engagement Manager Laura Brusseau. I hope you enjoy today's episode and learning about this special place.For more information, please visit https://www.mayhew.org/Just a few weeks away is the Golf Tournament https://www.mayhew.org/golfSign up today to be a Post Card Pal to the boys! - https://www.mayhew.org/volunteer/post-card-palsFor more on the Dose of Good Podcast, visithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552349588905https://www.instagram.com/dose_of_good_podcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@doseofgoodpodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@DoseOfGoodPodcastYou can also email doseofgoodpodcast@gmail.com

The Lies We Believe // Good People Go to Heaven // Pastor Philip Muela by Inspire Churches

We extended Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated today with Chad and Dave offering their items during our weekly game.

In this episode, we're talking book-to-screen adaptations and why Hollywood's leaning so hard into novels right now (in 2025 alone, book-based titles drove more than 9 billion global views, making up nearly 20% of all hours watched on Netflix). Sara dives into Apple TV's brand-new Margot's Got Money Troubles starring Elle Fanning, Nick Offerman, Nicole Kidman, and Michelle Pfeiffer, plus three buzzy reads: the gothic romantasy The Knight and the Moth by Rachel Gillig, the Victorian fae competition The Rose Bargain by Sasha Peyton Smith, and the timeless Studio Ghibli favorite Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones. Nicole shares three 5-star reads from April: Saoirse by Charlene Hurtubise, Good People by Patmeena Sabit, and Trespasses by Louise Kennedy. We also cover two upcoming adaptations we cannot wait for: The Other Bennett Sister miniseries on BBC / BritBox (premiering May 6) and The Nightingale film starring the Fanning sisters (February 2027).

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Sunday Morning Worship with co-pastors Russ and Amy Jacks Dean. Join co-pastors Russ and Amy Jacks Dean each week for Sunday Morning Worship from Park Road Baptist Church in Charlotte, NC. As a progressive faith community, we embrace independent thought, community service, and social justice. Whether you're a longtime member or a first-time listener, we invite you to reflect, grow, and worship with us. For more information, visit ParkRoadBaptist.org. Find us on Social Media: @ParkRoadChurch Music used by permission of - OneLicense.net #A-721391

God can take a bad situation and turn it around for your good. Learn how to experience more of His goodness in your life!

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Difficult circumstances are great opportunities for personal growth. Get tips to help you approach life's tests with a peaceful attitude.

Wednesday Night- Pastor Larson- 1 Kings 21:1-16

Send us comments, suggestions and ideas here! On this week's episode we gather around the sacred fire and share stories and other initiated insights we find in and around Jacques Vallée's UFOlogy classic; Passport to Magonia - a text which has proven too quixotic for weekend seekers of yesteryear but a poignantly apt launching point for a discussion that almost certainly is poised to be unleashed upon the public in the form of official UFO disclosure which, for all intents and purposes, will likely include official information regarding the biological occupants of these craft, where they come from, who they are and why we can expect for their very existence to bring into question ideas formerly reserved for mythology and religion. In the free side of the show we discuss how these revelations are going to soon come to pass before visiting the pyramid of Palenque, Saint Anthony on his journey through the Egyptian desert and taking a big bite out of an unsalted stack of pancakes brought to us by an alien from Wisconsin. In the extended show we weave together the spiritual and religious angle to explain edge cases with you like the grim fate of Snippy the horse, the tragedy of Gerry Irwin and what to expect if you're a hard working peasant who's been chosen for an extra terrestrial breeding program which has dubious ideas about consent and are demanding to collect your DNA the old fashion way. Thank you and enjoy the show! In this week's episode we discuss:-Trump Administration Disclosure-Pyramid of Inscriptions at Palenque-Saint Anthony's Encounter with an Alien-Japanese and Chinese Celestial Omens-Medieval European UFOs-French Egg Shaped UFOs from the 50s-Fairies and Alien Pancakes of Wisconsin-Case of the Missing Fertilizer In the extended show available at www.patreon.com/TheWholeRabbit we continue the discussion with:-Snippy the Horse-Farfadets and Hobits-Gerry Irwin's Disappearance-Spirited Away by “The Good People”-Alien Sex with Antônio Vilas-Boas-Ludovico Maria Sinistrari's Succubi-The Miracle of the Sun-The Foo Fighters and the Battle of Los Angeles This week's episode was written by Tim Hacker and extensively deep fried in Luke's kitchen. Additional commentary from Heka Astra and Mari Sama. Where to find The Whole Rabbit:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0AnJZhmPzaby04afmEWOAVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_whole_rabbitTwitter: https://twitter.com/1WholeRabbitOrder Stickers: https://www.stickermule.com/thewholerabbitOther Merchandise: https://thewholerabbit.myspreadshop.com/Music By Spirit Travel Plaza:https://open.spotify.com/artist/30dW3WB1sYofnow7y3V0YoSources:Passport to Magonia by Passport to Magonia: From Folklore to Flying Saucers by Jacques Vallee: https://www.amazon.com/Passport-Magonia-Folklore-Flying-Saucers/dp/0987422480Support the show

Proverbs 29:6-8Why bad things happen to good people, the morality instinct, mockery culture

So excited to dive deep into our April Book Club Pick: Good People by Patmeena Sabit! We chat about the news story that inspired this novel, its inventive structure, the POVs we connected to the most, the book's (intentionally) vague marketing package, and what we think happened at the end!    For more references for the content in this episode, read more here and here.    May's Book Club Pick - Into the Blue by Emma Brodie   What we read this week Becca - The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson (out June 30) Olivia - Bad Words by Rioghnach Robinson (out October 6) Obsession Olivia - Ladies of London Becca - Real Housewives of Rhode Island Sponsors Cozy Earth - Head to cozyearth.com and use my code BOP for an exclusive 20% off BetterHelp - get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/BADONPAPER Additional resources Join our Facebook group for amazing book recs & more!  Buy our Merch! Join our BFF Group! Order Olivia's Books, Little One, and Such a Bad Influence! Subscribe to Olivia's Newsletter! Order Becca's Book, The Christmas Orphans Club, and preorder Back Where We Started!   Subscribe to Becca's Newsletter!  Follow us on Instagram @badonpaperpodcast. Follow Olivia on Instagram @oliviamuenter and Becca @beccamfreeman.  

Join me today as I chat with the beautiful  Debra Fileta who gives us a lifeline to THRIVING! Debra Fileta is a Licensed Professional Counselor and bestselling author of eight books. She's a national speaker who travels the country reaching millions of people with the message of mental, emotional, and relational healing. Her work has been featured by numerous media outlets, national television, syndicated radio, and ministries and churches nation-wide including Saddleback Church, Fresh Life Church, Lakewood Church, Focus on the Family, Better Together, The 700 Club, and many more. She's also the founder of the Debra Fileta Counselors Network, a national team of faith-forward, clinically-informed counselors, integrating faith and psychology to help people navigate personal and relational issues. Debra is also the host of the popular podcast, and nationally syndicated radio show Talk To Me, where she hosts on-air counseling style sessions with people from across the country including notable pastors and leaders, as well as every-day hotline callers talking about the things many others shy away from. She is the author of eight books, including True Love Dates, Choosing Marriage, Love in Every Season, Are You Really OK?, Married Sex, RESET, Soul Care, and her first children's book, Any Day Emotions. She and her husband, John, and their four children live in Lancaster, PA. You can connect with her on Instagram or at DebraFileta.com.

Most organizations believe they understand their workforce.They track performance. They measure output. They optimize for revenue.But they're missing the one layer that quietly dictates it all Care.In this episode, AJ sits down with Dulany Reeves Dent, CEO of The Nanny Network and founder of Good People Care Alliance, to unpack the uncomfortable truth: companies are operating with massive blind spots when it comes to the real lives of their employees—and it's costing them more than they realize.This conversation goes beyond surface-level discussions of benefits and into something far more strategic:Why caregiving challenges remain invisible inside most organizationsHow psychological safety (or lack of it) hides critical workforce dataThe measurable business impact of missed work, distraction, and silent burnoutWhy leaders know this matters but still fail to operationalize itHow care benefits can shift from a “nice-to-have” to a core performance leverAJ brings a direct, unfiltered perspective, challenging leaders to confront a hard question:If you don't truly understand your people, what exactly are you optimizing?Dulany complements that challenge with real solutions, breaking down how organizations can quantify ROI, implement care support at scale, and build systems that actually reflect how people live and work.This isn't a conversation about perks.It's about visibility, responsibility, and the future of workforce strategy.Because the companies that win won't just manage work betterThey'll understand the lives behind it. goodpeoplealliance.com

There was yet another attempt on President Trump's life. What does this tell us? What are we to learn? And what are we to do? Join me for today's  Daily Word & Prayer as we pray for our President, our country, and ourselves.     Scripture Used in Today's Message1 Timothy 2:1-3 To find Tom on Instagram, Facebook, TiKTok, and elsewhere, go to linktr.ee/tomthepreacher

On the day the Sharafs bury their 18-year-old daughter, the girl's mother is so bereaved, she can barely stand. The father is so anguished, he nearly climbs into the grave himself. But as Patmeena Sabit's debut novel unspools, it's up to the reader to parse the truth about the girl's death — and who may have been accomplices to it. The narrative is told through a kaleidoscope of viewpoints. Fellow Afghan immigrants, journalists and law enforcement each relate what they saw, through their own lens. But eye witnesses can be wrong. Neighbors have an agenda. One person's truth is another person's lie. For Sabit, that's the whole point. “When I was creating the story, I was thinking … about the nature of perception and how reliable that is, and objective truth and if there is an objective truth to any one situation,” she tells Kerri Miller. “Good People” is both a cultural study of a community's judgement and an interrogation of what it means to be an American — all with a crime at the center of it. Sabit and Miller talk about it on this week's Big Books and Bold Ideas.Guest: Patmeena Sabit was born in Kabul and fled to Pakistan and then to the United States with her family after the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan. “Good People” is her debut novel. Subscribe to the Thread newsletter for the latest book and author news and must-read recommendations.Subscribe to Big Books and Bold Ideas with Kerri Miller on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, RSS or anywhere you get your podcasts.

On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Roxanna are discussing: Bookish Moments: Whiny men in books and reading to our kids Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: books we rated fairly low, but have stuck with us over time. Before We Go: our new segment featuring bookish friend posts and a sleeper hit from Roxanna Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site). . . .   :10 - Bite Size Intro 1:50 - We encourage you to spend your dollars at indie bookstores this Saturday, April 25th for Independent Bookstore Day! 4:26 - Bookish Moments of the Week 4:49 - Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt 5:47 - The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett 7:35 - Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney 10:00 - Current Reads 10:08 - Good People by Patmeena Sabit (Roxanna) 12:21 - The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini 18:58 - Heated Rivalry by Rachel Reid (Kaytee) 24:01 - One Woman Show by Christine Coulson (Roxanna) 28:12 - Sarah's Bookshelves Live 28:34 - Meet the Neighbors by Brandon Keim (Kaytee)  31:56 - An Immense World by Ed Yong 32:11 - Fuzz by Mary Roach 33:34 - Thinking in Bets by Annie Duke (Roxanna) 37:01 - Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman 38:15 - Fierce Fairytales by Nikita Gill (Kaytee) 40:23 - The Princess Saves Herself in this One by Amanda Lovelace 40:31 - Love in Color by Bolu Babalola 41:48 - Deep Dive: Lower Rated Books That Stuck With Us 42:57 - Wine Witch On Fire by Natalie MacLean 48:27 - Medium Raw by Anthony Bourdain 50:08 - Save Me The Plums by Ruth Reichl 50:10 - Blood Bones & Butter by Gabrielle Hamilton 50:46 - Kitchen Confidential by Anthony Bourdain 51:51 - To Be Taught, If Fortunate by Becky Chambers 55:29 - Waiting for Tom Hanks by Kerry Winfrey 56:44 - How To Kill A Guy In Ten Dates by Shailee Thompson 57:10 - The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins 57:13 - A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas 57:42 - Dawn by Octavia Butler 57:48 - Kindred by Octavia Butler 1:01:24 - You by Caroline Kepnes 1:04:56 - Before We Go Kaytee highlights a bookish friend post 1:05:12 - Currently Reading Patreon (gets you access to our Discord!) 1:05:31 - Lonesome Dove by Larry McMurtry Roxanna brings a sleeper hit 1:06:25 - Food that Really Schmecks by Edna Stabler   Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. April's IPL is brought to us from a new to us bookstore, Two Friends Books in Bentonville, Arkansas Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads | Substack | Youtube The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

In Episode 222, Sarah talks with authors Jennifer Marie Thorne and Lee Kelly about their latest co-written novel, The Midnight Show. Set in the world of 1980s late-night comedy, the book is told in a documentary / oral history format that traces the rise of a breakout star — and the mystery surrounding her disappearance. They talk about how they developed a cast of characters shaped by both real-life comedy figures and their own creative instincts, as well as the challenge of writing sketch comedy that actually lands on the page. They also get into the realities of writing as a duo and the novel's exploration of how women in comedy are perceived and defined. Plus, they share what they're working on next and their book recommendations. This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights Books by Lee Kelly + Jennifer Thorne:  The Antiquity Affair (2023), The Starlets (2024) and My Fair Frauds (2025) By Lee Kelly: With Regrets (2023), A Criminal Magic (2016), and City Of Savages (2015) By Jennifer Thorne: Diavola (2024), Lute (2022), and Newbourne Park(September 29, 2026) A brief, spoiler-free overview of The Midnight Show The inspiration behind the novel and how they created their characters using a mix of real-life performers and imagination Writing sketch comedy for the page — and how they created it organically for the story The evolution of their collaborative writing process  How society views funny women — and how they're allowed to be defined What this author duo is working on next Lee's + Jennifer's Book Recommendations [38:42] Two OLD Books They Love Jennifer : The Wonder State by Sara Flannery Murphy (2023) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [39:07] Lee : A Visit From the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan (2010) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [41:24]   Other Books Mentioned The Magicians by Lev Grossman (2009) [39:34]  The Candy House by Jennifer Egan (2022) [43:08]  Two NEW Books They Love Jennifer : Cruelty Free by Caroline Glenn (2026) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[44:16] Lee : The Future Saints by Ashley Winstead (2026) | Amazon | Bookshop.org[45:28] Two NEW RELEASES They're Excited About Jennifer : Exit Party by Emily St. John Mandel (September 15, 2026) | Amazon| Bookshop.org [48:02] Lee : Death Was Not on the Guest List by Jenni L. Walsh (June 16, 2026) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [51:22] Other Books Mentioned The Age of Miracles by Karen Thompson Walker (2012) [49:36]  Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel (2014) [50:04]  The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald (1925) [51:53]  Books From the Discussion Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld (2023) [6:37] Live From New York by Tom Shales and James Andrew Miller (2014) [6:41]  The Chris Farley Show by Tom Farley Jr. and Tanner Colby (2008) [6:45]  Daisy Jones and The Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid (2019) [23:43]  The Favorites by Layne Fargo (2025) [25:47]  Good People by Patmeena Sabit (2026) [38:20] 

This week on Stay True Podcast, Madi sits down with Bethany Hamilton for a powerful and honest conversation about suffering, faith, and the question we all ask at some point: why do bad things happen to good people? From losing her arm at just 13 years old to continuing to chase her passion for surfing, raising a family, and impacting lives around the world, Bethany opens up about what it really looks like to walk with God through the unexpected. She talks about choosing faith over fear, surrendering control, and finding purpose even when life doesn't make sense. If you've ever questioned God in the middle of hardship, struggled to understand suffering, or needed hope in a hard season, this episode will encourage you. It's a reminder that even in the hardest moments, God is still good and still working. Stay you and stay true!   Topics we dive into: -Why bad things happen and how to trust God through it -How to practically choose faith over fear -Finding purpose in pain and using your story for God's glory -What it looks like to keep going when life changes overnight AND SO MUCH MORE!   Helpful Resources: For more from Bethany Hamilton: https://bethanyhamilton.com/ Dare To Be True by Madison Prewett Troutt: https://a.co/d/gdfpHX Stay True Website: https://www.staytruepodcast.com Stay True Merch: https://www.staytruepodcast.com/merch BEAM: Visit https://shopbeam.com/STAYTRUE and use code STAYTRUE to get our exclusive discount of up to 35% off. Veracity: For up to 65% off your order, head to VeracityHealth.co and use code STAYTRUE. Home Chef: That's HomeChef.com/staytrue for 50% off your first box and free dessert for life! GCU: Visit gcu.edu to learn more.   Connect with Stay True!