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The Last Ten Nights Are HereBefore diving into the final ayah of Surah Al-Muzzammil, a timely reminder — tonight is the 23rd night of Ramadan. The last ten nights are upon us, and the Prophet ﷺ told us to hunt for Laylatul Qadr in these nights, especially the odd ones. Tonight is one of them.So what should fill these nights? Extra raka'at. Extra Quran. Extra dhikr. And the best du'a for this occasion comes to us through Sayyidatuna Aisha (رضي الله عنها), who asked the Prophet ﷺ: if I encounter the Night of Al-Qadr, what should I say? He replied: “Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa'fu ‘anni” — “O Allah, You are the Most Pardoning and You love to pardon, so pardon me.”Now, there's an important distinction here between ‘afw and ghafar. When we say astaghfirullah and ask for Allah's forgiveness (ghafar), the record of the sin remains — but the punishment is cancelled. The deed is still in the books on the Day of Mahshar, but Allah will not punish us for it.Al-'Afw is something else entirely. It is when the record is expunged altogether. Wiped clean. As if the sin never happened. This is why the Prophet ﷺ said that whoever fasts sincerely and prays during the nights of Ramadan — and catches Laylatul Qadr — will have all their past sins forgiven. They exit Ramadan like the day they were born. No record of sins whatsoever.It's just a few nights. Sleep a little less. Yes, there will be tiredness — that's okay. This is our training. Don't miss a night that is greater than a thousand months, greater than 83 years of worship.Grounded is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Where We Left Off — The Arc of Surah Al-MuzzammilThe surah opened with a command: stand up at night, pray, and recite the Quran. Why? Because the day is full of heavy tasks — spreading truth, standing for justice, enduring hardship — and the strength to carry all of that comes from the spiritual work done at night. Reading about Jannah motivates. Reading about Jahannam sobers. The connection to Allah realigns everything.Then came the warning through the story of Fir'aun — richer, stronger, more powerful than the Quraysh, yet destroyed in an instant when he rejected Prophet Musa. Then the terrifying imagery of Yawmul Qiyamah: skies torn apart, children's hair turning white from sheer terror. And finally, the choice: believe and take the prophetic path, or reject and face the consequences. Every choice carries a consequence.Now the surah circles back to where it began — Qiyamul Layl — but this time with something remarkable: mercy.Allah Knows Our WeaknessThe original command was demanding. Stand up most of the night — two-thirds, or at least half, or at the very minimum a third. The Prophet ﷺ did this every single night, without exception, even while travelling, even during battle. But Allah knew that the rest of the ummah would struggle.Allah says: “Indeed, your Lord knows that you stand less than two-thirds of the night, sometimes half, sometimes even less than a third — and so do a group of those with you.”Allah is the One who measured the length of night and day. Some seasons, the nights are long and Qiyamul Layl is easier — in Perth during winter, Maghrib comes in at 5:15 and Fajr isn't until around six. Plenty of time to sleep and still wake up. But in the peak of summer, when Fajr is at 3:30? That's a different story. Allah knows all of this.And so He says: “He has forgiven you.” Qiyamul Layl is fard upon the Prophet ﷺ, but for the rest of us, Allah has already shown mercy and lifted that strict obligation.But Don't Abandon It AltogetherHere's the key — just because the full obligation has been eased doesn't mean doing nothing is an option. Allah says: “So read what is easy for you from the Quran.” Stand up for even two raka'at. Read whatever surahs have been memorised. Carve out even a small portion of the night for spiritual work.This is a fundamental principle in Islam: what cannot be accomplished entirely should not be abandoned in totality. Islam doesn't teach perfectionism — it's not 100% or nothing. It teaches consistent effort. The Prophet ﷺ said that the most beloved deeds to Allah are those that are consistent, even if they are small. Two raka'at every single night outweighs a marathon session once a month.And this, by the way, is one of the great purposes behind memorising the Quran — so that those surahs can be recited in prayer. Al-Kahf, Al-Mulk, Al-Baqarah — they come alive when recited standing before Allah at night.The Three Excuses Allah AcceptsThen Allah provides specific concessions. First: those who are sick. Illness isn't a choice — when rest is needed for recovery, Allah says it's okay.But then come two more categories that are remarkable, because they are things people can choose — and Allah still grants them as valid reasons for doing less Qiyamul Layl.The first: those who travel the earth seeking Allah's bounty — meaning those who are out working, doing business, building economic stability. The second: those who fight in the path of Allah, defending the religion and the community.These two are placed in equal standing. Working hard to earn a living is given the same weight as defending the faith. That is extraordinary. It tells us something profound about how Islam views economic productivity — not as a worldly distraction, but as an act valued by Allah Himself.The Prophet ﷺ said the best rizq is what a person earns from their own effort, and he pointed to Prophet Dawud (عليه السلام) as the example — a prophet, a king, and yet also a blacksmith who worked with iron and ate from the labour of his own hands.Ibn Umar expressed this beautifully. He said the best deaths he could wish for were two: martyrdom in the path of Allah, and dying on a business journey — on his camel, with his trade goods, on his way to earn a living. Because this ayah puts them side by side.Islam Wants Muslims to Be Wealthy — But With PurposeThe encouragement to work hard and build wealth doesn't come without direction. Islam doesn't say: get rich so you can buy the fanciest car, then a fancy island, and once you run out of things to buy on earth, spend a trillion dollars trying to conquer Mars.Islam says: be rich, but that's not the end goal. The ummah becomes strong when Muslims have economic power and an akhirah mindset. With wealth, the community can build schools, support students in critical fields, fund long-term projects. This is Sadaqatul Jariyah — continuously flowing charity that keeps giving long after the initial contribution.There's a telling hadith in Imam Al-Nawawi's Forty Collection that captures this tension perfectly. The poor companions once came to the Prophet ﷺ and complained: “Ya Rasulullah, the rich have taken all the extra reward! They pray like we pray, they fast like we fast — but they can give charity from their surplus wealth, and we can't.” The Prophet ﷺ reassured them that dhikr — saying SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, Allahu Akbar — is also charity. The poor companions went away happy. But a few days later? The rich started doing dhikr too. Now they had both. The poor came back and said: what about us now?The point isn't to vilify poverty. The Prophet ﷺ went on to explain that there is charity in every good act — helping someone onto their ride, carrying someone's load. But wealth opens doors that nothing else can. Zakat, the pillar of Islam, is only payable by those who have wealth. And the framing matters: it's not that the wealthy have to pay zakat — they get to pay zakat. Without wealth, that entire pillar of Islam is inaccessible. And hajj is the same.The story of Sayyidina Uthman (رضي الله عنه) at the Battle of Tabuk drives this home. He donated so generously — horses, camels, wealth — that the Prophet ﷺ said: “Nothing Uthman does after this will harm him.” Guaranteed paradise. And Uthman wasn't living in poverty. He had luxuries. But look at the scale of what his wealth allowed him to do for the ummah.At the same time, Islam doesn't expect anyone to give 100% away. The best charity, the Prophet ﷺ said, is what is spent on family — on spouses, on children. The balance is always there: spend on yourself, on your family, and on the ummah for the sake of the akhirah.The Beautiful LoanEven with all these concessions, Allah says: still, read what is easy from the Quran. Establish your salah. Pay your zakat. Don't let the extras overshadow the foundations — a hundred raka'at of Qiyamul Layl mean nothing if Fajr is missed. Generous charity donations mean nothing if zakat is neglected. The obligatory always comes first.Then comes a stunning phrase: “And give Allah a beautiful loan (qard hasan).”A qard hasan is a loan with no deadline for repayment and no interest. Every good deed — every act of worship, every charity, every kindness — is a loan to Allah. And here's the beauty of it: Allah doesn't need our loan. He owns everything in the heavens and the earth and everything in between and beyond. He could simply say: “That's Mine, I gave it to you, give it back.”But in His mercy, Allah understands human nature. He understands that people are wired to think in terms of profit and return on investment. So He frames it as a transaction: give Me a loan, and I will surely repay you — multiplied many times over. In human transactions, demanding extra on a qard is riba. But with Allah, He is the One promising to multiply the return. It's the ultimate ROI.And what can a person invest with? Two things: wealth or skills. Both require Muslims to be hardworking.It's All For UsAllah then makes something clear: whatever is sent forth for the akhirah, it's essentially for our own benefit. Allah doesn't need our investment. Every command He gives is for our sake, not His.And there's a profound observation embedded here. As humanity lives more and more comfortably — materially, physically — mental health continues to decline. The richer the country, the higher the rates of depression and anxiety. Why? Because life without purpose erodes the soul. When everything is easy and comfortable, humans lose their sense of direction.Islam solves this by providing a purpose so enormous that no amount of wealth or comfort can make it irrelevant: getting to Jannah. How do we get there? That question structures every day, every decision, every effort. It keeps life purposeful no matter the circumstances. And when the community works together with that shared purpose, everyone rises.Ending with IstighfarThe surah closes with a command to seek Allah's forgiveness. Wastaghfirullah — make istighfar. There are two dimensions to this.First, the timing. The pre-dawn hours — suhoor time — are the best time for istighfar. Allah praises those who seek forgiveness in the early morning. For those already awake for Qiyamul Layl, this flows naturally.Second, there's a subtler reason. Sometimes, in the middle of worship and good deeds, something dangerous creeps into the heart. A feeling of: “I woke up for Qiyamul Layl. I read Surah Al-Kahf in one raka'ah and Surah Al-Mulk in the next. I'm amazing.” Or after giving a large charity: “I'm so generous. Look at what I gave.”This is kibr — arrogance — and it's one of Shaitan's favourite tricks. When he can't stop someone from doing good deeds, he tries to spoil the deed through the intention. So the surah ends with the antidote: astaghfirullah. Centre yourself. Realign the intention. “Ya Allah, if there was any misalignment in my heart, I seek Your forgiveness.”Indeed, Allah is Most Forgiving and Most Merciful.The Complete Message of Surah Al-MuzzammilAnd with that, Surah Al-Muzzammil comes to a close. Its message is beautifully complete: stay up at night, even a little. Pray. Read Quran. Let that spiritual recharge fuel everything in the day — the work, the earning, the serving of the ummah. Islam is a religion of balance: worship at night, work hard in the day. And in between, give everything its right. The body has a right — rest, nutrition, exercise. Family has a right — time and attention. And Allah has a right — acts of worship.Fulfil all those rights. That's the straight path.Your Action Steps This Week* Make the du'a of Laylatul Qadr every night. Memorise “Allahumma innaka ‘afuwwun tuhibbul ‘afwa fa'fu ‘anni”and repeat it abundantly in the remaining nights of Ramadan. Understand the difference — this isn't just asking for forgiveness, it's asking for a complete clean slate.* Do something every night, even if it's small. If two raka'at is all that's manageable, pray two raka'at. If one page of Quran is what's realistic, read one page. Don't let the inability to do everything become an excuse to do nothing.* Reframe how work fits into worship. This ayah places earning a livelihood alongside fighting in the path of Allah. Approach work this week with the conscious intention that economic productivity is an act Allah values — and use what is earned to benefit family and community.* Audit the foundations before the extras. Before adding more nawafil, make sure the obligatory salah and zakat are fully in order. The extras don't compensate for gaps in the foundations.* End every night with istighfar. After Qiyamul Layl, after du'a, after any act of worship — close with astaghfirullah. Let it be the safeguard against arrogance creeping into the heart through the very deeds meant to bring closeness to Allah.May Allah grant us the strength to apply the lessons from Surah Al-Muzzammil — to pray at night, recite the Quran, and work hard in the day for the benefit of the ummah. May Allah allow us to enter Jannah with the Prophet ﷺ and with the Sahaba.Next week, inshaAllah, we begin Suratul Muddaththir. Don't forget — tonight is the 23rd night. Qiyamul Layl. Stay up extra. Make lots of du'a.Assalamualaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.Thanks for reading Grounded! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit groundeddaily.substack.com/subscribe

Tonight is the 23rd night. And because the Islamic calendar begins at Maghrib, tonight is already Friday night. Many of our pious predecessors said that when an odd night of Ramadan falls on a Friday night, the likelihood of it being Laylatul Qadr increases.This is the night we've been hunting for all year. So do extra. Make lots of du'a. Don't waste a minute of it.And as it happens — alhamdulillah — the ayat we reach tonight in Surah Al-A'raf are about du'a itself. About how to make it, what should be in our heart when we make it, and why it is the very heart of all worship. Allah has a way of doing that.A paid subscription includes a free digital copy of the Surah Al-A'raf Study Guide and Workbook. Now That You Know Who He Is — Call HimWe spent two nights on ayah 54. We talked about the six stages of creation, about Prof. Jenkins' framework, about matter and antimatter, about why physicists keep stopping just short of saying “God” — and why that has everything to do with European trauma and nothing to do with the evidence.The point was this: Allah introduced Himself. He is the one who created the heavens and the earth. The sun, the moon, the stars — all operating under His command. And this matters because now ayah 55 opens with a natural next step.You know who your Lord is. So call Him.Ud'u rabbakum tadarru'an wa khufya.Call your Lord with tadaru' — with humility — and khufya — quietly.The Outer and the InnerTadaru' captures two things at once: humility on the outside and humility on the inside. Both. Together.The external side — your body posture when you make du'a. You don't stand chest out, arms crossed, making demands. You beg. And the way we beg is with our palms open, raised to the sky. The Prophet ﷺ taught us this. And he said that Allah is — and I want you to sit with this — embarrassed when His servant raises his hands to the sky and then puts them back down empty.That's not to say Allah owes us anything. He doesn't. But it tells you something about how much He loves to hear from us. He is waiting for us to call. He wants us to call. So when we raise our hands, He will not let us lower them without answering.The Prophet ﷺ when making du'a would look downward — hands raised, gaze lowered. The qibla of salah is the Ka'bah. The qibla of du'a is the sky. But in moments of great need, moments of complete brokenness, he would raise his hands high and look upward. Not demanding. Just — there is no one else. There is nowhere else to turn. Ya Allah.Then there is khufya — quietly. The companions were once marching and making du'a at the top of their lungs. The Prophet ﷺ told them to bring it down. Your Lord is not deaf. He hears you.So the outer dimension of du'a: humble posture, lowered voice.But there is also the inner dimension — and that comes in the next ayah.What Du'a Feels Like on the InsideAyah 56: Khawfan wa tama'an. Make du'a with fear and longing.We talked about tama' a few nights ago in the context of the people of A'raf. In Malay it means greedy — but in Arabic it means something different. It means a deep, intense desire for something. You want it so much. So tama' in du'a means you are making du'a with a genuine ache for it. Not going through the motions. Actually wanting.And khawf — fear. What are we afraid of? Not that Allah won't answer. But that we are not worthy of the answer. That we might be arrogant enough to think we've earned it. The khawf keeps us humble. It stops du'a from becoming a transaction — Ya Allah, I've been to taraweeh 23 nights straight, so now give me what I want, or I'm not coming tomorrow. That is not du'a. That is negotiation.Khawf and tama'. Fear and hope. These two things together are not just for du'a — they carry us through our entire journey to Allah.Think about what happens when they get out of balance. If a person only has fear — only reads the ayat of punishment, only thinks about Jahannam, only focuses on their sins — they will break. They'll reach a point where they think: everything I do is wrong, Allah is going to throw me into the fire anyway, why bother? So they give up. The fear, without hope, destroys.And if a person only has hope — only focuses on Allah's mercy, only reads about forgiveness — they get lazy. Why worry about halal and haram? Allah is Ghafurul Rahim. He'll forgive me. The hope, without fear, makes you complacent.You need both. Fear reminds you that Allah is Al-Muntaqim — the Avenger, the One who punishes, the One who has full power over Jahannam. Hope reminds you that He is Ghafurul Rahim. And when those two things live in your heart together, you keep moving. You don't collapse, and you don't drift.Du'a Is the Essence of Every IbadahHere's something that might reframe how you see worship.After spending all of ayah 54 introducing who He is — after all of that — the next instruction Allah gives is not pray. Not fast. Not give zakat. It is: make du'a. Why?Because the Prophet ﷺ said: al-du'a mukhkhul ibadah — du'a is the marrow of worship. The core. The essence. Every act of worship, properly understood, contains du'a within it.What is the most important part of salah? The Prophet ﷺ said: there is no salah without Surah Al-Fatiha. So what is Al-Fatiha about? Strip away the opening praises — Alhamdulillahi Rabbil Alameen, Al-Rahman Al-Rahim, Maliki Yawmid-Din — those are the adab. You praise Allah first before you ask. You don't walk up to someone and say I need five hundred dollars before you've even said hello. You warm them up. You acknowledge them. Then you drop the ask. And the ask in Al-Fatiha is one thing: Ihdina As-Sirat Al-Mustaqim. Oh Allah, keep us on the straight path. The entire prayer — seven times in every raka'ah — is that one du'a. Put me back on the path.And fasting? The Prophet ﷺ said: whoever enters Ramadan and leaves it without their sins being forgiven, Allah curses them. That means the entire month of fasting is one extended du'a: Ya Allah, forgive me. Every hunger pang is that du'a. Every moment of thirst. Every night of taraweeh. All of it is saying: Ya Allah, I am broken, I need You, forgive me.Al-du'a mukhkhul ibadah. When you understand that, you understand why du'a comes before everything else in this ayah.Don't Spread Corruption After the Earth Has Been Set RightAllah ends ayah 56 with something that reaches far beyond our personal worship: do not spread corruption on earth after it has been set right.Ba'da islahiha. After its reform. After its repair. The earth has been made good. Don't undo that.This is bigger than just don't harm people. Our responsibility is to all of Allah's creation — human beings, animals, plants, the water, the land. Allah follows this immediately with the image of wind carrying rain clouds across the sky, dead earth suddenly turning green after winter — that is Allah's islah. He repairs the earth constantly. Who are we to corrupt what He keeps restoring?The Prophet ﷺ once saw a companion using excess water while making wudu. He asked him: what is this waste? The companion said: is there waste in wudu? I'm doing ibadah. And the Prophet ﷺ said: yes. Even if you are making wudu in a flowing river.A flowing river. 1,400 years ago, people could not imagine that human beings would ever have the capacity to destroy something as vast and powerful as a river. And yet here we are — post-industrial revolution, with water undrinkable in country after country, because we corrupted it. The Prophet ﷺ saw it coming. The instruction was already there.Even at war, Islamic rules of conduct prohibit cutting down trees and burning crops. If we cannot corrupt the environment in war, what is our excuse in times of peace?Qaribun Min Al-MuhsineenAllah ends with: indeed the mercy of Allah is near to those who are muhsineen — those who are excellent, those who do ihsan.We'll pick this up tomorrow insha'Allah and explore what it means that Allah's mercy is specifically close to the muhsineen — and what that tells us about the standard we should be reaching for.Thanks for reading Grounded! This post is public so feel free to share it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit groundeddaily.substack.com/subscribe

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You may experience allergies throughout the year, but we often see them in the Spring.  Allergies increase inflammation, irritation, histamine responses, and will therefore impact your vestibular disorder. We're diving into why that is, supportive strategies, and tools & testing you might want to consider when treating allergies in addition to a vestibular disorder. In this episode, we'll dig into: Why allergies increase vestibular condition symptoms Tips for when you're inside vs outside in the Spring Tools and strategies for seasonal allergy symptoms Testing that could be helpful for allergies and vestibular disorders The best medications for seasonal allergies Clearing up confusion with sinus pressure vs migraine If you have questions about managing your vestibular disorders, allergies, mold, detoxing, etc. definitely join us in Vestibular Group Fit! (Use code GROUNDED for 15% off your first subscription cycle.) Related Episodes: Ep 91 Mold & Dizziness: What You Need to Know: https://thevertigodoctor.com/podcast/91-mold-dizziness-what-you-need-to-know/ Links Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off!): https://thevertigodoctor.com/vestibular-group-fit Jaspr Air Purifier: jaspr.co/VERTIGODOC (or use code VERTIGODOC) Dry Brushing the Body with Dr Kelly: https://youtu.be/I7GykwkaYtg?si=MGqOkNPlpMvpF_Yf Studies Cited: Maximilian Maywald, Oliver Pogarell, Susanne Levai, Marco Paolini, Nadja Tschentscher, Boris Stephan Rauchmann, Daniela Krause, Sophia Stöcklein, Stephan Goerigk, Lukas Röll, Birgit Ertl-Wagner, Boris Papazov, Daniel Keeser, Susanne Karch, Agnieszka Chrobok, Neurofunctional differences and similarities between persistent postural-perceptual dizziness and anxiety disorder, NeuroImage: Clinical,Volume 37,2023,103330,ISSN 2213-1582, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nicl.2023.103330, https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2213158223000190 Bingel U, Wanigasekera V, Wiech K, Mhuircheartaigh RN, Lee MC, Ploner M, Tracey I. The effect of treatment expectation on drug efficacy: Imaging the analgesic benefit of the opioid remifentanil. Sci Transl Med. 2011;3 doi: 10.1126/scitranslmed.3001244. Those with chronic pain undergoing pain reprocessing theory found relief in symptoms but also changes in brain activity. (citation here) Free Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/cb5js0y78n ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/new-pppd ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/partnership ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/minifit ⁠The FREE POTS – safe Workouts⁠: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/pots Connect with Dr. Madison (@TheVertigoDoctor): https://instagram.com/thevertigodoctor Work with Dr. Madison: For 1:1 Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy, email madison@thevertigodoctor.com Otherwise, I'll see ya in Vestibular Group Fit! Connect with Dr. Jenna (@dizzy.rehab.therapist): https://www.instagram.com/dizzy.rehab.therapist/ Learn about the Oak Method: http://thevertigodoctor.com/why-vestibular-group-fit Love what you heard?Consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform to help us reach more vestibular warriors like you! This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— spring allergy season, allergy symptoms, colonoscopy prep, vestibular migraine, vertigo and vestibular disorders, interrupted routines, migraine toolkit, vestibular group fit, changing seasons, barometric pressure and vestibular disorders, threat bucket, sinus pressure, xlear nasal spray

Originally released on 8/21/24 as Episode 503In this episode, we delve into the extraordinary experiences of Tim Dills from Western North Carolina, a lifelong outdoorsman whose encounters span more than fifteen years across the rugged mountains of Macon County. Hunting deep within the vast forests surrounding Standing Indian, Rainbow Springs, and the North Carolina–Georgia border, Tim began noticing subtle signs that something was sharing the ridgelines with him.What started as unusual sounds and disturbances on a remote, gated property soon unfolded into repeated interactions—powerful vocalizations echoing through the hollows, rocks landing with precision, trees manipulated along active trails, and moments of unmistakable presence just beyond sight. Over time, those experiences led to multiple visual encounters, including a towering figure observed at close range and tracks measuring far beyond anything human.Tim describes intelligent behavior, coordinated movements in the forest, and a landscape that feels alive with awareness. He shares how years of returning to the same remote mountain terrain shaped his understanding of these beings and strengthened his conviction that they are deeply rooted in the Appalachian wilderness.Grounded, detailed, and reflective, Tim's account offers a rare look into sustained activity in one North Carolina county. Join us as we explore his journey through the forests of Western North Carolina and the enduring mystery that continues to unfold there.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit groundeddaily.substack.comFollowing along? A paid subscription includes the Surah Al-A'raf Study Guide and Workbook. Grounded is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.The last ten have begun.Taharaw laylatal qadr fil ashril awakhir min Ramadan. Hunt for Laylatul Qadr in the last ten nights of Ramadan.Here's why this gift exists. The Prophet ﷺ once told the companions about a man from the Banu Israel who worshipped Allah for 80 years straight. Not 80 years of regular life with some ibadah mixed in. 80 years of dedicated, committed worship. The companions were jealous — and honestly, who wouldn't be? We live 60, maybe 70 years. The Prophet ﷺ himself said the age of his ummah is between 60 and 70, and very few go beyond that. And yes, there are billionaires today spending fortunes trying to extend human life to 120, 130 — but biologists will tell you that quality of life drops significantly past a certain point, no matter how much money you throw at it. That's just how the body is built.So the companions asked: Ya Rasulullah, how do we compete with people who had 80 years to worship Allah when we barely get 60?And then Allah revealed an entire surah — Surah Al-Qadr — answering that question.The night of Al-Qadr is greater than a thousand months.Not equal to. Greater than. 1,000 months is 83 years. And Allah didn't say you get this once. You get it every single year. Think about that. If you start taking your deen seriously at the age of 10 and you live to 70 — that's 60 Ramadans. 60 Laylatul Qadrs. 60 opportunities where one night of ibadah is worth more than 83 years of continuous worship. In terms of quality of ibadah, how old are you really?That is the gift Allah gave the Ummah of Muhammad ﷺ.So don't let any of these ten nights pass you without something in it. The absolute minimum — and none of us should drop below this — is to pray Isha in jama'ah and pray Fajr in jama'ah. Just those two. The Prophet ﷺ said whoever does that, Allah writes for them the reward of praying the entire night. Imagine praying the entire night. Now imagine that night is Laylatul Qadr. Do it every night for these ten nights and insha'Allah you will not miss it. Beyond that — pray your sunnah, do taraweeh, read some Quran when you get home, wake up a few minutes before suhur and make dua.For the sisters who can't pray right now — you are not left out. Your dua is the same. Your dhikr is the same. Sayyidah Aisha RA asked the Prophet ﷺ what to say on Laylatul Qadr: Allahumma innaka afuwwun tuhibbul afwa fa'fu anni. O Allah, You are the Most Forgiving, You love to forgive, so forgive me. That's the dua. Fill these nights with it.The People of the Heights — And What Their Story Tells UsWe stopped last night at the Ashab al-A'raf — the people standing on the elevated ground between Jannah and Jahannam, neither here nor there, their good and bad deeds perfectly balanced at 50-50.From their vantage point on the heights, they can see both destinations. And here's a detail I want you to sit with: the ayah says wa idha surifat absaruhum — when their gaze was turned towards the people of fire. They didn't choose to look. Allah turned their eyes. Given the choice, if you're standing on the A'raf and Jannah is right there on one side — you know exactly where you're going to keep your attention. You're not voluntarily turning to look at Jahannam.But Allah turns their gaze. And the moment they see the punishment the people of fire are enduring, they immediately make dua: Rabbana la taj'alna ma'al qawmidh dhalimin — O Allah, do not place us among the wrongdoers.Then they recognise people. They call out to the people of fire and they know them — ya'rifoonahum bisimaahum — by the marks on them. And this makes sense, because the Ashab al-A'raf are the in-between people. In their life on earth, they moved between both worlds. Sometimes in the company of good people, sometimes in the company of bad. So on Yawmul Qiyamah, they look at Jahannam and they see faces they know. And they look at Jannah and they see faces they know too.They point to the people of Jannah — people like Bilal, like Sumayyah, like Khabab ibn al-Aratt — and they say to the people of fire: are these the ones you swore would receive no mercy from Allah? Look where they are now.Why Do They Get to Enter?And then comes the moment. Allah says to the Ashab al-A'raf: udkhulul jannah — enter Jannah.Some of the mufassirun say this is the Ashab al-A'raf congratulating the people of Jannah as they enter. Others say it is the angels — who had been guarding the Ashab al-A'raf at the heights, preventing them from moving — now giving them permission to enter.

Welcome to episode #1026 of Thinking With Mitch Joel (formerly Six Pixels of Separation). At a time when strategy has become a kind of corporate theater… carefully crafted presentations, ambitious roadmaps and bold declarations that rarely survive first contact with reality… Kevin Ertell has spent a career focused on the harder question: why execution so often fails. Kevin is the Founder and CEO of Mistere Advisory and a veteran operator whose three decades of experience include leading large-scale retail and e-commerce operations at global brands like Nike, Sur La Table, Borders, and Tower Records. Over the years he has developed a reputation as a straight-talking advisor who helps leaders turn complexity into clarity and ambition into measurable results. His work spans industries including technology, healthcare, retail, consumer goods and manufacturing, where he focuses on helping organizations align teams, simplify priorities and build the operating rhythms required to deliver on their plans. In his new book, The Strategy Trap - Why Companies Fail at Execution and How to Get It Right, Kevin draws on decades of frontline experience to tackle a frustrating reality of modern business: most strategies don't fail on paper… they fail in the real world. Through practical frameworks like his Six Cs of Execution (Co-creation, Clarity, Capacity, Communication, Coordination and Coaching) he argues that strategy and execution must begin in the same room, with teams co-creating the plan and committing to disciplined follow-through. Kevin explores how incentives shape behavior, why organizations must slow down to create clarity before accelerating, and how leadership cultures built around coaching and collaboration can unlock real momentum. Grounded in operational experience rather than theory, his work reframes strategy not as a planning exercise but as a team sport that requires alignment, accountability and relentless focus on execution. Enjoy the conversation… Running time: 58:44. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Listen and subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Listen and subscribe over at Spotify. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Thinking With Mitch Joel. Feel free to connect to me directly on LinkedIn. Check out ThinkersOne. Here is my conversation with Kevin Ertell. The Strategy Trap - Why Companies Fail at Execution and How to Get It Right. Mistere Advisory. Get The Strategy Trap newsletter. Follow Kevin on LinkedIn. Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction to Kevin Ertell and his Expertise. (02:51) - The Evolution of E-commerce and Digital Strategy. (06:03) - Understanding the Strategy Trap. (08:57) - The Importance of Execution in Strategy. (12:02) - Communication and Team Dynamics in Strategy. (14:47) - Co-Creation and Employee Engagement. (17:55) - The Role of Customers in Strategy. (21:04) - Defining the Strategy Trap and Its Implications. (30:01) - Navigating Change: The Role of Detractors in Strategy. (32:47) - The Rise and Fall of Retail Giants: Lessons from JCPenney. (40:58) - Harnessing AI: Transforming Strategy and Productivity. (49:01) - Coaching Mindset: The Key to Effective Leadership. (53:06) - Anticipating the Future: Understanding Change and Context.

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit groundeddaily.substack.comThe Last Ten Begin TomorrowTonight is the 19th night of Ramadan. The last ten start tomorrow.The Prophet ﷺ told us that whoever misses the good of Laylatul Qadr has been denied all good for the entire year — because that person looked at a night worth more than a thousand months and said: I'm fine, I don't need it.One thousand months is 83 years. One night of ibadah — one raka'ah, one dollar given in charity, one dua made sincerely — on that night is worth doing that same act every single day for over 83 years without a break and more.And we're in Australia. Our odd nights might be someone else's even nights. Our even nights might be someone else's odd. So cast the net wide. All ten nights. If you've had an unfinished TV series to get through — tonight is your last chance. From tomorrow, for ten nights, we give everything.Grounded is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.The Wrongdoers IdentifiedWe left off last night with a mu'adzin in Jahannam announcing: the curse of Allah is upon the wrongdoers. Tonight Allah defines who these wrongdoers are.They are those who block people from the path of Allah — who not only refuse to walk it themselves, but actively work to prevent others from finding it. This was the Quraysh in real time. Abu Jahl would hire musicians to play loudly across the street whenever the Prophet ﷺ was reciting Quran or giving da'wah, so that the sound of music would drown out the revelation. Abu Lahab would greet every caravan arriving in Makkah and warn them: don't listen to my nephew — he's mad.The result? Many of the Quraysh never actually heard the Quran. Not because they rejected it, but because their leaders made sure it never reached them. This is why Islam insists we are not sheep. We do not follow our leaders blindly. Every statement, every ruling, every claim — we measure it against the Quran and the Sunnah.The same ayah mentions those who bend the path — those who speak about Allah without knowledge, declaring halal and haram on their own authority. The root of this, Allah tells us, is disbelief in the akhirah: wa hum bil akhirati kafiroon.This is the key insight. The Quraysh had no fundamental problem believing in Allah as the ultimate creator. Their problem was with the akhirah. Because believing in akhirah has consequences — it means you can no longer cheat, oppress, or abuse without accountability. In Makkah, the rich and powerful could do whatever they wanted. Islam came and said: there is a day coming where none of that will protect you.This is why throughout the Quran, iman billah and iman bil akhirah are paired together. You could, technically, believe in Allah without believing in the akhirah — the Quraysh did exactly that. But belief in Allah without belief in akhirah will not reshape who you are. It is the akhirah that governs behaviour. It is accountability that changes people.And this is what keeps the believer sane when they watch the world. Schools bombed. Entire populations under siege. The powerful openly declaring that international law does not apply to them — that might is right again. Where is the justice? The akhirah is where. Every oppressor will stand before Allah. No title, no army, no wealth will help them. This is not a coping mechanism — it is a theological certainty that the Quran repeats again and again.The HeightsBetween Jannah and Jahannam, Allah says, there is a hijab — a barrier. And rising above that barrier, there is the A'raf: a height, an elevated terrain, from which both destinations can be seen.On the A'raf, standing on this high ground, is a group of people. They can look across and see the people of Jannah. They can look the other way and see the people of fire. And they know — from signs visible to them — who belongs to which side.Who are the people of A'raf? They are those whose good and bad deeds are exactly equal. The scales balanced perfectly. They are neither in Jannah nor in Jahannam. They are suspended — waiting.

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This podcast features a review of the first book in a trilogy by Canadian author Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch titled Kidnapped from Ukraine. The trilogy brings to light the horrific human impact of Vladimir Putin's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, which began on February 24, 2022. His first invasion occurred in 2014 when he took Crimea and portions of Eastern Ukraine.Skrypuch's trilogy portrays the lived experience of Russia's assault on Mariupol through the story of 12‑year‑old twins Rada and Dariia Popkova, and how this invasion turned their lives upside down when the first bombs fell on Mariupol. In her review, Myra Junyk discusses the book's portrayal of the collapse of civilian life, the separation of families, and the documented abduction and “re‑education” of Ukrainian children in russian filtration campsKidnapped from Ukraine: Under Attack is the first in the series and tells the story of Dariia and her mother, who are out shopping when their apartment is bombed. In the ensuing chaos, they are separated from Rada and the twins' father, and Dariia ends up abducted and "adopted" by a russian family. Grounded in real events and supported by an Author's Note and historical Q&A, the novel offers younger and adult readers a clear, accessible account of the real-life difficulties and dangers of civilians caught up in this unprovoked war. Reviewed by Myra Junyk for Nash Holos Ukrainian Roots Radio.Full transcript here.Book here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit groundeddaily.substack.comAfter BadrThe battle is over. The Muslims are victorious. Fourteen Muslims were martyred. Seventy Quraysh were killed, including Abu Jahl — the man who had led the persecution of the believers for over a decade.And then the Prophet ﷺ did something that tells you everything about his character. He instructed the Muslims to dig graves and bury the Quraysh dead. These were men who had tortured and killed companions. Men who had tried to kill the Prophet ﷺ himself. Men who had driven the Muslims from their homes, confiscated their property, starved them, humiliated them.Grounded is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Bury them.No mutilation. No revenge. No public display of contempt. The body is the body — even the body of an enemy is to be respected.Only one man was not buried in the conventional way: Umayyah ibn Khalaf — the master who had tortured Bilal RA, dragging him into the desert sun and placing a boulder on his chest. When the companions tried to lift Umayyah's body, his skin disintegrated. They could not move him. Rocks and stones were placed over him where he lay — just as he had placed a rock on the chest of Bilal in the desert. The Arabs say: what you give, you get back.The Prophet ﷺ then walked to the grave of Abu Jahl and asked him a question — the same question the people of Jannah will ask the people of Jahannam, which we reach tonight in the surah. Did you find what Allah promised you to be true?The companions asked: Ya Rasulullah, can the dead hear us? He said: they can hear you as clearly as you hear me — but they cannot respond. When we visit the graves of our loved ones, when we make dua and say our salams, they hear us.Iman and Amal — They Cannot Be SeparatedAllah now turns to the people of Jannah: those who believe and do good deeds.Islam does not offer salvation through faith alone. Iman and amal salih must come together — and they are inseparable by nature. True iman will always manifest as good deeds. And truly sincere good deeds can only come from a heart that has iman. Without iman, the deeds may look the same from the outside — but the intention is elsewhere. You are doing it to be praised, to be seen, to be known. The action and the heart become disconnected.A sincere heart shows. It shows in what a person does when no one is watching. Publicly and privately, the same. That is the mark of iman.And those who say my heart is good while their actions tell a different story — Islam does not accept this. A good heart is not invisible. It is expressed.

After delivering His people from slavery, parting the Red Sea, and providing daily bread in the wilderness, God gathered Israel at Mount Sinai and gave them the Ten Commandments, not as a burden, but as a blessing. These commands weren't meant to restrict freedom but to protect it, like guardrails on a dangerous road. They reveal what life looks like when love for God and love for others shape every choice. The law was never a ladder to earn God's approval; it's a mirror that shows our need for grace and a guide that helps us flourish. So the real question is, how do we see God's commandments? As control… or as care from a Father who wants to protect what matters most?Pursuing God with Gene Appel is designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside's conviction that God's grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God's presence and activity in your life.

Episode 5: PMS, Hormones & the Emotional Realities of Womanhood  In this episode of Paperclips & Periods, hosts Dr. Emily K. Cabrera, EdD, MSN, CAGS, PMHNP‑BC, and Katharine “Katie” Krych, MSN, RN, Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education, PEL‑CSN, open up an honest, unfiltered conversation about one of the most universal yet least openly discussed aspects of women's lives: hormones—from first periods to perimenopause, and every emotional, physical, and psychological shift in between. Together, they explore how hormonal changes shape women's daily experiences, communication, relationships, and mental health across the lifespan. The discussion moves naturally from early puberty and helping young girls understand their bodies, to the complexities of PMS and unpredictable mood shifts, to the emotional impact of fertility struggles, pregnancy loss, and postpartum changes. With vulnerability and humor, they share their personal stories as mothers, clinicians, partners, and women navigating the evolution of their own cycles. Drawing from their backgrounds in psychiatric mental health, nursing, and education, Emily and Katie unpack the emotional realities behind menstruation and reproductive transitions—how cycles sync, how hormones influence sensitivity and emotional regulation, how cultural messaging shapes young girls' understanding of their bodies, and how women often carry the invisible weight of silence when navigating infertility, loss, or perimenopause. They also highlight the layered challenges nurses and caregivers face when balancing their clinical knowledge with their lived emotional experiences. This episode explores the private struggles that often accompany womanhood, including the monthly disappointment of a period when trying to conceive, the loneliness of maintaining secrecy after pregnancy loss, the fear and anxiety during high‑risk pregnancies, and the unexpected emotional reactivity that can surface during perimenopause. The hosts examine how partners cope differently, how miscommunication can deepen isolation, and why many women feel unsupported during some of the most physically and emotionally demanding moments of their lives. Grounded in lived experience, emotional honesty, and clinical insight, this episode reframes hormonal health as far more than a physical process—it is a deeply human journey that deserves openness, compassion, and community. Emily and Katie emphasize the need for generational change, encouraging listeners to speak truthfully about their experiences and to teach their children healthier ways to understand their bodies, emotions, and boundaries. As always, the hosts offer grounding takeaways, including the importance of support networks, the value of speaking openly with trusted others, and the need for emotional follow‑up during fertility challenges and pregnancy loss—areas where the healthcare system often falls short. The episode closes with a calming moment of box breathing to help listeners regulate their nervous systems and reconnect to their bodies with gentleness. Reflective, validating, and deeply real, this episode invites women to honor the full emotional landscape of their hormonal lives—and reminds every listener: you do not have to navigate these experiences in silence. Paperclips & Periods airs on the Dreamvisions 7 Radio Network, a Boston‑based syndicated internet radio station reaching listeners across 135–200+ countries through platforms including iHeartRadio, TuneIn, Stitcher, Spotify, and others. The podcast aligns with the mission of Dual Minds Integrative Psychiatry, supporting conversations that promote emotional well‑being, personal growth, and whole‑person care. Learn more: www.dualmindspsychiatry.com | Listen on Dream Visions 7 Radio Paperclips & Periods Podcast paperclipsandperiods@gmail.com Dual Minds Integrative Psychiatry www.dualmindspsychiatry.com

Send a textParasites spark equal parts fascination and fear—and they reveal how closely our health is tied to animals, food, water, and the places we live. We take you from the “heirlooms” we inherited from primate ancestors to the “souvenirs” picked up through agriculture and travel, then unpack what parasites actually do to the human body and why some symptoms are red flags while others are everyday noise. Along the way, we fact-check the social media wellness trend pushing “parasite cleanses,” and explain how self‑diagnosis and self-treatment often misses the mark.Grounded in One Health, we map the real exposure routes—undercooked meat, raw dairy products, and unclean water—and share a clinical vignette of a severe parasitic infection to separate rare but serious danger from common myths. Then we get practical: how proven antiparasitics work, what side effects to expect as parasites lose their grip, and why supportive care for anemia and nutrition matters just as much as killing the parasites. At the heart of the conversation is trust. People want agency and clear language; medicine offers evidence and accountability. We aim to bridge both—respecting traditional knowledge where it's validated, challenging hype where it's not, and highlighting the reliable guidance out there.If this conversation sparked your interest in parasites and health, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review. Your feedback steers future topics—what should we fact-check next?Thanks for listening to the Infectious Science Podcast. Be sure to visit infectiousscience.org to join the conversation, access the show notes, and don't forget to sign up for our newsletter to receive our free materials. We hope you enjoyed this new episode of Infectious Science, and if you did, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Please share this episode with others who may be interested in this topic! Also, please don't hesitate to ask questions or tell us which topics you want us to cover in future episodes. To get in touch, drop us a line in the comment section or send us a message on social media. Instagram @InfectscipodFacebook Infectious Science PodcastSee you next time for a new episode!

Send a textWelcome to Grounded, where women and men of all ages, nationalities, and backgrounds gather together with me, Dr. Barbara Morgan Gardner and my guests as we strive to build a bedrock understanding of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ and become more like him. Today, join me and Ariane D. Hibo Ezeh as we study Genesis 37-41!Grounded Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegroundedpodcast_/Grounded Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGroundedPodcast?mibextid=LQQJ4dBarbara Morgan Gardner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbarbaramorgangardner/?hl=enBarbara Morgan Gardner Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barbara.morgan.37051/Support the show

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Fresh off the miracle at the Red Sea, the Israelites quickly traded celebration for complaining when the wilderness exposed their hunger, thirst, and fear. Yet again and again, God responded not with anger, but with provision, turning bitter water sweet, raining down manna from heaven, sending quail at dusk, and bringing water from a rock. Through every need, He was teaching them a deeper lesson: trust Me one day at a time. The wilderness wasn't just about survival; it was about dependence. And the same invitation stands today. Where are you tempted to grumble instead of trust? What if the very area you complain about most is the place God is inviting you to rely on Him daily?Pursuing God with Gene Appel is a weekday podcast designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside's conviction that God's grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God's presence and activity in your life.Pursuing God with Gene Appel is designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside's conviction that God's grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God's presence and activity in your life.

Grief isn't an ending; it's a relationship that changes. Judy Tashbook Safern joins us with a story that stops the clock: cascading surgeries, pneumonia, and a coma that opens into an enveloping light and a felt encounter with God. She returns with a message—“you are necessary”—only to learn that her father, a larger-than-life psychoanalyst and professor who built Jewish community in West Texas, has been diagnosed with advanced liver cancer and passes within days. The timeline feels like a switch, a mystery that begs hard questions about fate, faith, and why one life continues while another concludes.We explore the details that make this more than a headline. Judy paints her father through action: freezer trucks of kosher meat hauled across states, hand-typed holiday invitations posted around a university and an Air Force base, and a seven-hour drive to Dallas and back for Passover staples. When she wakes, pain floods back; survivor's guilt arrives fast. Grounded in Jewish mourning practices—shiva, shloshim, and a year of gentler abstentions—she sits shiva alone on a hospital floor, 10,000 miles from her family, learning how ritual can still hold when improvised. She also draws on a lineage tied to Rabbi Isaac Luria to give vocabulary to the inexplicable, without forcing certainty where only awe belongs.What follows is a living bond. Judy senses her father in small joys and sharp wit, at Seders where his annual pilgrimage becomes family lore, and in quiet moments when purpose feels like a vow. The lesson she brought back from the light reframes worth beyond roles—parent, partner, child—while still honoring how love threads those roles with meaning. If you've wondered whether the dead keep shaping our days, or how to carry a legacy without being crushed by it, this conversation offers language, practice, and hope.If this resonated, subscribe, share with a friend who needs it, and leave a review to help others find the show. Tell us: how do you keep your continuing bonds alive?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bereaved-but-still-me--2108929/support.

The show breaks down the first teaser for HBO Max's Lanterns and why it's intentionally more grounded than many fans expected. Frank digs into the detective story setup in the American heartland, the Hal Jordan and John Stewart dynamic, why the teaser keeps the ring powers mostly off screen, and how the muted visuals feel closer to Green Lantern: Earth One than classic cosmic spectacle. The conversation also branches into what this approach could mean for future DCU projects if Lanterns sticks the landing.00:00 First impressions: a grounded teaser and the early backlash00:13 What the case looks like: a heartland murder mystery and the local sheriff factor00:27 How this could pivot to the cosmic side and potential DCU connections00:40 The real hook: Hal vs. John, training, testing, and trust00:54 Visual choices: muted powers, dirtier suit, “old beaten up cop” energy01:08 Music choice: “State Trooper” and the cop story signal01:15 Quick cosmic nods: Lantern Corps distance and the “squirrel” line01:22 Bigger takeaway: could this open the door for other grounded DC charactersThe teaser is clearly positioning Lanterns as a detective story first, cosmic superhero story secondThe restraint on ring powers reads like a tone choice, and a budget choice, not a lack of ambitionHal and John's push and pull feels like the engine of the show, with both characters having valid pointsThe suit and overall palette look intentionally worn and lived in, matching the older, battered Hal framingThe teaser leaves breadcrumbs for the wider Corps, while keeping the focus on this case and this partnershipIf this tone works, it could become a template for other DCU characters who thrive in smaller, moodier stories“They told you so early on. It's going to be a grounded detective story.”“The dynamic is the real hook on this one.”“All the visuals are very muted.”“He's like that old beaten up cop you see from Lethal Weapon.”“One of them is a squirrel, so they can't really hold a conversation.”If you dug this breakdown, subscribe to Geek Freaks Headlines and leave a quick review. Share the episode with the hashtag #GeekFreaksHeadlines and tell us what you think of the teaser's grounded approach.For all the news we discuss on the show, our home base is GeekFreaksPodcast.com.Instagram: @geekfreakspodcastTwitter: @geekfreakspodThreads: @geekfreakspodcastFacebook: Geek Freaks PodcastPatreon: Geek Freaks PodcastWhat's your read on the teaser's tone so far, and what's the one Lantern moment you're hoping they save for the full trailer? Send your thoughts and we'll feature a few on an upcoming episode.Lanterns, Green Lantern, Hal Jordan, John Stewart, DCU, DC Studios, HBO Max, James Gunn, Green Lantern Corps, Superhero TV, Comic Book News, TV Trailers, True Detective, DC Comics, Geek Freaks HeadlinesTimestamps and TopicsKey TakeawaysMemorable QuotesCall to ActionLinks and ResourcesFollow UsListener QuestionsApple Podcast Tags

Is This the End of Advertising?Andy Hood, Vice President of Emerging Technologies at WPP, shares a grounded perspective on the “end of advertising” debate.Every time a major technology shift happens, the same question comes up. As a creative technologist, he's seen advertising reinvent itself again and again, roughly every few years.AI may be transforming the industry at an unprecedented scale

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit groundeddaily.substack.comA Ramadan Halftime Check-InBefore we dive into today's ayat, I want to take a moment to remind myself and all of you — today marks the 15th of Ramadan. We are at the halfway mark of this blessed month.It's time to pause and reflect on our first half. How has it been? Have we been building momentum? Because here's the thing — it is no longer time to warm up. We should already be warmed up by now. We are gearing up and preparing ourselves to hunt for the greatest night of the year: Laylatul Qadr, the Night of Power, which will fall on one of the odd nights in the last ten nights of Ramadan.So let's make sure our ibadah is increasing every single night — our Quran recitation, our prayers, our charity, our kindness to family, friends, and neighbours. Everything must now be on an upward trajectory so that when the last ten nights arrive, we are ready to go all out. We're hunting for a night that is greater than a thousand months. Let's not miss it.Grounded is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Where We Left OffLast week, we explored how Allah was preparing Rasulullah ﷺ for the enormous mission ahead. The Prophet was troubled by the verbal abuse and humiliation inflicted on him and his followers by the Quraysh. And what was Allah's prescription? Stand up at night. Pray. Recite the Quran. Make dhikr — mention the name of your Lord.This is how we find the strength to face every challenge in life, especially the challenge of becoming and remaining a good Muslim. The more we connect with the Quran, the more we connect with Allah, and the more everything else becomes easier.Allah then told Rasulullah ﷺ to take Him as a Wakil — the One who looks after all your affairs. When you have Allah as your Wakil, you do a little and things become a lot easier. Then Allah turned directly to the Quraysh and warned them of chains, choking food, and a burning fire.Now we come to a new passage where Allah expands the audience. He is still addressing the Quraysh, but He is also speaking to every single one of us.A Messenger as Witness — For Us or Against UsAllah says: “Indeed, We have sent to you a messenger as a witness over you.”Think about that for a moment. Rasulullah ﷺ is going to stand on the Day of Judgement as a witness. The question is — will he be a witness for us, or against us?If he testifies for us, that means shafa'ah — intercession. He will stand before Allah and say: “Ya Allah, this person is from my ummah. They followed my teaching, they followed my sunnah, they tried their very best.” He will intercede on our behalf, asking Allah to forgive our sins and tip the scales in our favour.But he could also testify against us. And Allah has already recorded in the Quran what that looks like. On the Day of Judgement, Rasulullah ﷺ will say: “O my Lord, my people — they received this Quran and just put it aside.” They chose to ignore it. Chose not to put it into practice. Chose not to be guided by it.That is a terrifying thought. If the Prophet ﷺ — Habibullah, the beloved of Allah — testifies against us, who is going to stand up to defend us? Who would dare?

In this episode of UNSCRIPTED, Sarah Nicastro sits down with Sasha Ilyukhin, SVP of Global Processing Services & Services Solutions at Tetra Pak, for a candid conversation about what it truly takes to unlock service growth at scale.Grounded in new research from Future of Field Service in partnership with Simon-Kucher, this discussion moves beyond theory to explore how one global leader has turned service ambition into measurable business outcomes.While 85% of service leaders say they are optimistic about growth, only 2% have successfully delivered outcome-based services at scale. Sasha shares how Tetra Pak has spent more than a decade building the trust, capabilities, and commercial models required to transform service into a €2.2B business — with half delivered through long-term, performance-based agreements.This episode explores what it really takes to evolve from traditional support models to outcome-driven service partnerships that create lasting value for both customers and providers.In this conversation, you'll learn:• How Tetra Pak evolved from a la carte services to outcome-based partnerships• Why service growth should be anchored in customer value realization, not revenue targets• The connection between employee experience, service quality, and long-term retention• How digital platforms like Factory OS enable efficiency, sustainability, and workforce transformation• What organizations must do to move beyond the “2%” of outcome-based service offerings• Why workforce shortages, travel reduction, and knowledge management can become strategic advantagesSasha also challenges leaders to rethink how value is identified, captured, and shared. Every service already delivers outcomes — the question is whether companies are structured to recognize and monetize that value effectively.If you're navigating the shift from transactional field service models to strategic service partnerships, this episode offers practical guidance, real-world lessons, and a compelling vision for the future of service.Because in the end, as Sasha puts it:“You sell equipment once. Customers come back for the service experience.”

(Mercury Retrograde Re-Release) In true Mercury retrograde fashion, this week's recording disappeared — so we're bringing back a favorite conversation from a year ago about wonder, awe, and grounded spirituality. If you're an empath feeling overwhelmed by collective energy, navigating spiritual awakening, or trying to stay grounded in uncertain times, this episode is for you. Sarah and Jane explore how wonder and awe regulate the nervous system, counter fear, and help us evolve consciously — without spiritually bypassing our very human experience. (fyi the announcements edited into the middle are from Spring 2026!!) They also dive into conversations around the New Earth, 5D consciousness, awakening, and what it really means to evolve spiritually… without spiritually bypassing our very human experience. We are being called, in this specific moment (and that one too!*), to show up as our authentic selves. To ground into our humanity while embracing our higher selves. To celebrate differences in community. When we do that, we expand into limitless possibility. How's that for medicine? Takeaways Wonder and awe counteract fear and anxiety. Grounded humanity is essential during spiritual evolution. Conflict can catalyze growth and new perspectives. Delight in the present moment supports well-being. Trusting intuition helps us navigate uncertainty. Presence is a powerful healing force. Every person's journey and wiring is unique. Telepathy may represent a future form of truth-based communication (yes, including with pets). Mediumship creates love and connection beyond the physical. Nature restores and regulates the nervous system. Community matters — especially now. Sound Bites “Finding delight in your own life is key.” “We have to use our bodies as barometers.” Stay Connected If this conversation resonates, here's how to go deeper: Hank Wesselman Book: SpiritWalker Medium Curious Website: https://www.mediumcurious.com Jane's Website: https://www.janemorganmedium.com Sarah's Website: https://www.sarahrathke.com Jane's new cohort 'Source Studio'; https://www.janemorganmedium.com/higher-calling Instagram: @mediumcuriouspod https://mediumcuriouspod.substack.com/ And if you love what we're building here, please follow, rate, review, and share the podcast. It helps us make mediumship more accessible, fun and ya know - normal! xo

“And so for us right now, in urban spaces, in cities, we have a beautiful opportunity as a group of educators right now.”Terris King, IIFounder, Temple X Schools and Baltimore Forest School, former Kindergarten Teacherhttps://www.baltimoreforestschool.org/“I'm all about birth to eight years old. I believe it's the most important time of a young person's life.” In this week's episode, Terris King II, founder of Temple X Schools and Baltimore Forest School, makes a bold case for reimagining early childhood education, especially for Black boys. A former kindergarten teacher shaped by faith, community, and mentorship, King has built a nature-based, trauma-informed model that moves children from screens to forests. Grounded in experiential learning and powered by public private partnerships, his work challenges the politics of traditional schooling and centers the sacred responsibility of getting the early years right.“So for us, it is our responsibility to guard the children from the chaos, create joy pathways for experience that mobilizes them to know that, like, I am empowered.” King shares how outdoor learning, participatory science, and community collaboration are transforming Baltimore by reducing crime, strengthening neighborhoods, and giving children real agency. From students speaking before lawmakers to partnerships with hospitals prescribing nature, his five-year-old movement is proof that innovation rooted in culture, faith, and joy can create systems change. For King, this moment is a beautiful opportunity for Black educators to lead boldly and build environments where children don't just learn, but thrive.

Just days after their miraculous escape from Egypt, the Israelites found themselves trapped with Pharaoh's army closing in behind them and the Red Sea blocking their path ahead. Fear replaced celebration, and freedom suddenly felt fragile. But in that impossible moment, God revealed once again who He is: the One who fights for His people and makes a way where there is no way. As the waters parted and they walked through on dry ground, God didn't offer a partial rescue; He delivered them completely. This dramatic scene reminds us that when we feel surrounded and stuck, the same God still works in ways we cannot see. Pursuing God with Gene Appel is a weekday podcast designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside's conviction that God's grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God's presence and activity in your life.Pursuing God with Gene Appel is designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside's conviction that God's grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God's presence and activity in your life.

In senior roles, you are expected to have a point of view. You are promoted for judgment and decisiveness. But there is a structural risk that emerges at VP and SVP levels: the instinct to defend your position can reduce your ability to move work forward.In this episode of Grounded and Aligned™, Karen Gombault examines what happens when relational alignment at the top is not deliberately built. If you are operating with a broad scope and cross-functional accountability, execution depends less on being correct and more on whether your boss, peers, and team are positioned to support your decisions.The episode looks at:How the need to be right can narrow influence with your boss and affect when and how you are consultedWhat misalignment with peers does to cooperation, information flow, and execution speedWhy teams comply but disengage when leaders over-index on certaintyHow political capital is built or reduced through everyday interactionsThe difference between individual correctness and coordinated progressAt senior levels, momentum is built on relationships. You are accountable for outcomes that require other people's cooperation. The question is not whether you are right. It is whether you can move forward decisions and initiatives - THAT is your job.Next stepsIf your scope has recently expanded and you are operating with greater visibility and stakeholder complexity, a short, structured reset can materially improve how you deploy your time and authority.Book a Focus-15 with former C-Suite executive Karen Gombault. In 15 minutes, you will clarify what requires your attention now, what no longer does, where to focus to reinforce authority, and one concrete adjustment to implement immediately. You will leave with a clear direction for the next 30 days.

KSL's Top Story Bombs dropping around them... tens of thousands of Americans are now stranded in the Middle East. Airports are closed... flights are grounded as people scramble to find a way home...  We have multiple reports...  Let's begin with ABC's Karen Travers ... She says the Trump Administration is now providing fresh hope for these US tourists... students... and visitors.

Can the SDA Church ever be wrong? Was Hitler really a Christian? And was that "impression" from God... or just last night's pizza?

Badass Mamas is a media platform and community dedicated to working mothers who are rewriting what success, leadership, and care can look like. Co-founded by Jessalin Lam and Kat Richards, the platform shares unfiltered stories at the intersection of work, motherhood, identity, and healing. Grounded in lived experience, Badass Mamas examines the unlearning required to break generational patterns, heal the inner child many mothers are still carrying, and challenge the invisible labor and cultural expectations placed on women. The platform centers rest, growth, and purpose as necessary conditions for sustainable leadership, not luxuries earned after burnout.Listen to their podcast.

Fertility awareness-based methods (FABMs) are different approaches to tracking fertility and identifying which days someone is most likely to conceive if they are having sex without contraception. These include features such as tracking one's menstrual cycle, basal body temperature, and cervical mucus, among others. Chelsea Polis, Principal Research Scientist at the Guttmacher Institute, sits down to talk with us about different FABMs, their effectiveness, advantages, and disadvantages, and why it is necessary for each method to be rooted in scientific evidence and reproductive justice. By tracking these markers, someone can choose to have sex for the purposes of pregnancy or abstain from sex/use additional contraception methods if they seek to avoid pregnancy. Based on their advantages and disadvantages, FABMs may work for some individuals and not others. Some people use FABMs for contraceptive purposes, yet not all of the methods have been tested for that purpose or approved by any regulatory body for that use. Some methods are engaging in inappropriate marketing as a contraceptive tool, when it is not backed up by science or regulatory approval. FABMs have also become a piece of the Make America Health Again (MAHA) movement, being touted as a substitute for the full spectrum of reproductive care.To best integrate FABMs as a contraceptive option into the full menu, we need to support providers, fund research, and combat misinformation. For more information, check out Future Hindsight: https://www.futurehindsight.com/Support the showFollow Us on Social: Twitter: @rePROsFightBack Instagram: @reprosfbFacebook: rePROs Fight Back Bluesky: @reprosfightback.bsky.social Buy rePROs Merch: Bonfire store Email us: jennie@reprosfightback.comRate and Review on Apple PodcastThanks for listening & keep fighting back!

Spring break will be here before we know it! And for some, that can mean: traveling. Which will send some of us living with vestibular disorders into a stressful tailspin.  This episode is here to remind you that while all the packing, planning, and even the act of travel can have its challenges—for most people, even on a good day—there is an optimal way to prepare yourself. Whenever you're thinking of taking a trip (for spring break, over the summer), let these reminders guide your pre-trip steps so you can get where you want to go with ease and enjoy your time away! In this episode, we'll dig into: What to do before your trip to make travel more enjoyable How to approach movement before and during your trip What to consider for medications and your toolkit while away How packing early can be beneficial What to do to support your nervous system before and during the trip Pre-planning for airports—like looking into the Sunflower Program Top tips for travel days (and different types of travel) Smart steps to take to support recovery post-trip We go much more in-depth about travel as well as how to return to travel—even return to driving, go on boat trips, plane trips, etc.—in Vestibular Group Fit.  As always, you can use code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off (or… stay tuned for the sale we're having for Women's Day!). Links Mentioned: Vestibular Group Fit (code GROUNDED at checkout for 15% off!): https://thevertigodoctor.com/vestibular-group-fit  Travel Kit from Ruhewell (code VERTIGODOC): https://www.ruhewell.com/products/trial-and-travel-kit Avalux glasses (code VERTIGODOC): https://avulux.com/ Earplanes: https://www.amazon.com/Original-EarPlanes-Healthcare-Earplugs-Protection/dp/B00XZEKSL4/?th=1 Free Resources: ⁠The 4 Steps to Managing Vestibular Migraine: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/cb5js0y78n ⁠The PPPD Management Masterclass⁠: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/new-pppd ⁠What your Partner Should Know About Living with Dizziness⁠: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/partnership ⁠The FREE Mini VGFit Workout⁠: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/minifit ⁠The FREE POTS – safe Workouts⁠: https://thevertigodoctor.myflodesk.com/pots Connect with Dr. Madison (@TheVertigoDoctor): https://instagram.com/thevertigodoctor Work with Dr. Madison: For 1:1 Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy, email madison@thevertigodoctor.com Otherwise, I'll see ya in Vestibular Group Fit! Connect with Dr. Jenna (@dizzy.rehab.therapist): https://www.instagram.com/dizzy.rehab.therapist/ Learn about the Oak Method: http://thevertigodoctor.com/why-vestibular-group-fit Love what you heard?Consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform to help us reach more vestibular warriors like you! This podcast is for informational purposes only and may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here. ————————————— spring break travel tips, travel and vestibular disorders, vestibular group fit, VGF, vestibular disorders, vestibular system health, hypervigilant, threat bucket, pre treatment for vestibular migraine, visual vertigo, living with vestibular disorder, sunflower program

I loved this conversation with Michelle Heberling, and learned so much about the gut role and how to care for it with fermentation. Michelle shares her very intense story of finding her way to fermenting foods, and she shares many more in her soon to be published book The Guts of Fermentation, along with some of her favorite recipes.We talked a bit about the Germ Theory and the Bristol Chart, calming our gut with mindfulness, BELLY LAUGHS and gratitude. Michelle said something that I had never heard before: dopamine comes from the GUT, not the brain--- she learned that researching after her own chain of health issues found her broken(bones messed up literally), and unusually depressed and anxious. Michelle shares how easy fermenting can be, and has a simple starter kit; she also has a monthly fermentation subscription kit on her website. There's also a free 2 week reset program on the website, if you know that's what you need right now. You can also pre-order The Guts of Fermentation book...Do you have experience with fermentation? I loved learning about all the benefits of fermented foods from Michelle, and will be trying fermenting again.Find all things Michelle here: https://thegutsoffermentation.com/Send me a message!Support the showLike this episode? Send me a message! Please follow the podcast on Instagram here YouTube channel Email me at amysgardenjam@gmail.com Amy's Garden Jam site (podcast has its own tab on this site!) Amy's email newsletter: How Do I Get There From Here by Jane Bolduc - hear more at https://www.janebolduc.com/Podcast cover by Becca Kofron- follow here on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/skate_cute_but_loud/ and check out her awesome art projects. Grounded in Maine Podcast is hosted by Buzzsprout, the easiest podcast hosting platform with the BEST customer service! Learn more at https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1851361 You can support this podcast one time (or many) with the Buy me a coffee/Hot Chocolate link here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/groundedinmaine Grounded in Maine Podcast is sponsored by ESG Review. Learn more about the good they're doing at https://...

When Moses stood before Pharaoh and declared, “Let my people go,” it set off more than a political showdown—it revealed a spiritual battle over who truly holds power. Through the ten plagues, God wasn't just punishing Egypt; He was exposing the emptiness of false gods and declaring His authority over creation, life, and death. And in the final plague, He provided a way of rescue through the blood of a spotless lamb, establishing Passover as a lasting sign of deliverance. That moment points forward to an even greater rescue, reminding us that freedom isn't earned, it's received. The question is not simply whether we believe the story, but whether we've personally stepped into the freedom it offers.Pursuing God with Gene Appel is a weekday podcast designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside's conviction that God's grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God's presence and activity in your life.Pursuing God with Gene Appel is designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside's conviction that God's grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God's presence and activity in your life.

In The Shape of Hope: What Happened When People Met Jesus, explore how hope takes shape through real encounters with Jesus. Grounded in Gospel stories while being honest about life's struggles, this series invites you to discover hope not as something you have to feel, but something that can grow—gradually and personally—through being seen, accompanied, and invited into new possibilities.

Welcome back and thanks for listening to Grounded! The guys are in their usual rare form off the top as they chat about the past week and the upcoming week before unpacking this week's sermon. Thanks for listening and have a great week!

Pastor Josh continues our sermon series, Refomatio. With this Sunday's theme, rooted and grounded.

In this episode, we continue our Lenten book study on "The Way of Trust and Love" and focus on Chapter 1: A Completely New Way. We reflect on the "little way" of St. Thérèse, the invitation to become spiritual children before the Father, and how weakness becomes the very place where Christ comes to meet us. We also talk about the difference between being childish and childlike, why true maturity in faith begins with admitting our own poverty, and how small acts of courage open the door to deep healing. This week, we invite you to name the desires stirring in your heart and let the Holy Spirit awaken a new song within you.   Heather's One Thing - Franciscan's Campus-wide "Behold" Retreat Sister Miriam's One Thing - Healing Wounds by Bishop Erik Varden  Michelle's One Thing - The O' Grady's Beach House  Michelle's Other One Thing - Emily Lex Watercolor Workbooks    Journal Questions: How often do I accept the letter of God's adoption of me, and not the spirit of God's adoption? Where in my life do I need Mother Mary to smile upon me? How have I turned to self-reliance this Lent? Where is God inviting me to become more adult and free? What is the new song the Lord wants to put in my heart?   Discussion Questions: When do you notice orphanhood in your heart? What are you learning from St. Therese this Lent? When have you experienced the healing delight of a mother? Is it difficult for you to name your desires? What is one desire God has placed on your heart this Lent? What is the "yes" God is asking you to make today?   Quotes to Ponder: "You know, Mother, that I have always desired to be a saint, but alas, I have always realized, when I compared myself to the saints, that there is between them and me the same difference as exists between a mountain whose summit is lost in the skies, and the obscure grain of sand trodden underfoot by passers-by. Instead of getting discouraged, I said to myself: "God could not" "inspire us with desires that were unrealizable, so despite my littleness I can aspire to holiness. It is impossible for me to grow up, I must put up with myself as I am, with all my imperfections; but I want to find how to get to Heaven by a little way that is quite straight, quite short: a completely new little way." (St. Thérèse of Lisieux)   "Each of us has an absolute need for an inner transformation that makes us "as little as a child." What that means and how to put it into practice are exactly what Thérèse teaches in a simple, luminous way. That is why she was proclaimed a Doctor—that is, a teacher—of the Church." (Father Jacques Philippe, The Way of Trust and Love, Page 6)   "The heart of Christian life is to receive and welcome God's tenderness and goodness, the revelation of his merciful love, and to let oneself be transformed interiorly by that love." (Father Jacques Philippe, The Way of Trust and Love, Page 7)   Scripture for Lectio: "But he said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for power is made perfect in weakness." So, I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may dwell in me." (2 Corinthians 12:9)   Sponsor - Healed and Restored: Healed and Restored is a non-profit organization located in the Charlotte, NC area that was created in 2020 to fill a void and respond to a need that has been long overlooked in our society. A program that is 100% dedicated to helping women heal in the aftermath of abuse, assault, and other traumatic experiences. According to the United Nations, one in three girls and women around the world has been subjected to sexual and/or physical abuse at least once in their lives. Studies show that women who have been through abuse (of all types) have higher levels of fear, are more isolated, and face greater mental health problems. In the aftermath of any of these traumatic events, women will sometimes resort to hurting themselves through cutting, eating disorders, and addictions. Without proper care and healing, these dark cycles can persist for years. We help women and girls realize that God desires to heal every single one of His beloved children. We teach them that the enemy is a master manipulator. As soon as a person gets hurt, the devil begins to plant all kinds of lies in our hurting souls. Some of these lies are: God doesn't love you, everything that happened is your fault, you should be forever ashamed, and you will never find healing and peace. The Mission The Healed and Restored mission is to help women and girls who are survivors of abuse, assault, domestic violence, trafficking, and all other forms of trauma find healing and restoration. Grounded in Catholic teachings and through a combination of counseling, life coaching, intimate workshops, practical tools, spiritual mentoring, and community support we help women and girls transform pain into purpose— empowering them to not only survive, but thrive. Since 2020, Healed and Restored has helped over 500 women and girls on their journey to process their unhealed wounds. Never could we have predicted how much God would bless our mission in such a short period of time. All of this has us convinced that there are times when God uses our deepest pain to propel us on the path to our greatest calling! If you or someone you know could use the assistance of our trained and compassionate Catholic Therapists/Counselors and money is an issue, please do not hesitate to reach out to us by emailing info@healedandrestored.org for more information and guidance. Or if you feel called to be part of this mission by volunteering your time, we would love to hear from you. Together and guided by the Holy Spirit, we can make a difference in the life of those around us who are suffering.   Timestamps:  00:00 Healed and Restored 01:31 Intro 02:17 Welcome 04:26 Scripture Verse and Quote to Ponder 05:35 Trusting in Our Creator 09:49 The Path of Spiritual Childhood 12:53 Healed by Delight 16:27 What is the "Little Way"? 19:36 Childlike vs Childish 24:05 The Role of Holy Scripture 30:10 One Things

Frankie Ballard burst onto the country rock scene in 2010 with grit in his voice and gasoline in his veins, scoring three consecutive No. 1 hits, including Sunshine & Whiskey and racking up nearly a billion global streams. He toured with legends, lived on the road more than 200 days a year, and embodied the carefree, hard-driving spirit his songs celebrated. But behind the success, the pace was unsustainable. By 2020, the chase for approval and constant motion had taken its toll. Ballard stepped away from the spotlight, started a family, and quietly deepened his faith. What followed wasn’t a rebrand, it was a realignment. In 2025, he returned with The Messenger, a gospel-leaning, scripture-rooted record infused with blues and rock conviction. Then came “Money Runs Out,” a sharp reflection on loyalty, loss, and what remains when fame fades. Today, Frankie Ballard isn’t chasing charts, he’s chasing truth. Grounded in fatherhood, disciplined in faith, and unafraid of hard questions, his music now carries the weight of lived experience. This isn’t a comeback. It’s a reckoning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Mea Culpa, we're revisiting a conversation from August with Army veteran, former congressional candidate, and democracy advocate Marcus Flowers. Together, we examined Donald Trump's accelerating authoritarian instincts, from secret meetings with Vladimir Putin and sidelining U.S. allies to weaponizing the Department of Justice against critics. Grounded in Flowers' military and national security experience, this conversation remains strikingly relevant as we break down how culture wars, fear, and political spectacle are used to consolidate power, erode democratic norms, and normalize retaliation against dissent. Subscribe to Michael's Substack: https://therealmichaelcohen.substack.com/ Subscribe to Michael's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMichaelCohenShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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No season of waiting, setback, or suffering is wasted in God's hands. The story of Joseph reminds us that even what feels like a delay is often divine preparation. The pit wasn't the end. The prison wasn't permanent. And the promotion didn't come a moment too soon. When God rewrites a life, He uses every chapter, every disappointment, every injustice, every unseen tear, to position us for a purpose bigger than we imagined. So today, consider this: where might God be preparing you right now for something you can't yet see?Pursuing God with Gene Appel is a weekday podcast designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside's conviction that God's grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God's presence and activity in your life.Pursuing God with Gene Appel is designed to help you pursue God, build community, and unleash compassion. Grounded in Scripture and shaped by Eastside's conviction that God's grace is for everyone, each episode invites you to discover God's presence and activity in your life.

In this episode, we dive deep into what it truly means to be a great listener. Grounded in critical research, we explore practical strategies and core characteristics that transform the way we engage, build trust, and uncover hidden value in our most important conversations. By focusing on outcome-oriented listening, limiting distractions, and developing curiosity, we discover actionable steps that elevate both our personal and professional interactions. Join us as we learn how investing in these listening skills leads to more productive, trusting, and impactful relationships.Timestamps:(00:00) - Introduction to becoming great listeners.(01:13) - Defines listening as an outcome-focused activity.(02:00) - Emphasizes elevating expectations to improve engagement.(03:39) - Motivation and caring as it relates to listening.(04:31) - The three tasks of great listeners: build trust, capture intelligence, and apply intelligence.(05:40) - The process of listening: receiving, retaining, interpreting information.(07:12) - Introduces Graham Bodey's four goal-oriented listening styles.(13:16) - Key characteristics of great listeners.(16:26) - The importance of controlling emotions in listening.(20:36) - Investing time in listening to save time and build relationships.Links and Resources:Science-Backed Techniques to Improve Your Listening | Graham Bodie | Ep. 45 Sponsor Links:InQuasive: http://www.inquasive.com/Humintell: Body Language - Reading People - HumintellEnter Code INQUASIVE25 for 25% discount on your online training purchase.International Association of Interviewers: Home (certifiedinterviewer.com)Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media

Welcome to episode #1025 of Thinking With Mitch Joel (formerly Six Pixels of Separation). At a moment when panic travels faster than proof, few marketers are as clear-eyed… and as human… as Ann Handley. A pioneering digital marketing strategist (MarketingProfs), bestselling author (Everybody Writes and Content Rules), longtime champion of writing that actually means something and dear friend (also, if you're not susbscribed to her newsletter, Total Annarchy, you really should be), Ann has built a career reminding businesses that the point of content isn't velocity… it's connection. In her recent essay, Something Messy Is Happening: On AI, Panic, and Asking Better Questions, she pushes back against the apocalyptic certainty surrounding AI job displacement and challenges the framing that faster always wins. Responding to venture capitalist Matt Shumer's argument, Something Big Is Happening, that AI will eliminate half of white-collar work within a few years, Ann dissects the seductive panic embedded in exponential curves and racing metaphors, arguing that technological capability does not equal economic inevitability. She reminds us that adoption is human-shaped, that judgment compounds when speed becomes cheap, and that friction is often where thinking actually happens. Rather than choosing between "adapt or die," Ann advocates for a steadier path: use the tools, reject the hysteria, protect the work that builds trust, expertise and meaning over time. Grounded in curiosity rather than fear, her perspective reframes the moment not as a race to outrun machines but as an invitation to ask better questions about what we're building… and why. Enjoy the conversation… Running time: 56:04. Hello from beautiful Montreal. Listen and subscribe over at Apple Podcasts. Listen and subscribe over at Spotify. Please visit and leave comments on the blog - Thinking With Mitch Joel. Feel free to connect to me directly on LinkedIn. Check out ThinkersOne. Here is my conversation with Ann Handley. Total Annarchy. MarketingProfs. Everybody Writes. Content Rules. Something Messy Is Happening: On AI, Panic, and Asking Better Questions. Something Big Is Happening by Matt Shume. Follow Ann on LinkedIn. Follow Ann on Threads. Follow Ann on Instagram. Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction and Context of AI's Viral Impact. (01:21) - How Ann Uses AI to Strengthen Thinking. (03:43) - The Limitations and Human Control of AI. (05:09) - Content Structure and AI's Role in Creativity. (07:11) - AI's Proximity to Human Work and Its Implications. (11:09) - Extrapolating AI's Impact on Jobs and Society. (13:58) - The Emotional and Societal Response to AI. (18:45) - The Surprising Capabilities of AI in Judgment. (21:35) - The Role of Human Judgment and Creativity. (27:20) - The Impact of SEO and Content Homogenization. (29:58) - AI's Ability to Mimic Human Taste and Judgment. (36:40) - Balancing AI Use with Human Integrity. (39:36) - The Race for Content and Creativity in AI Era. (42:58) - Speed Culture and Its Discontents.. (50:34) - Navigating AI's Role in Society and Creativity. (52:50) - The Future of Creativity and AI's Impact. (54:24) - Personal Reflections on AI's Transformative Power.

What happens when a body arrives at a hospital morgue without any record of how it got there? In this episode of The Box of Oddities, Kat and Jethro examine a disturbing class of real-world cases involving unidentified bodies that appear in hospital morgues with no paperwork, no chain of custody, and no clear explanation. The episode begins with a firsthand email from a night-shift worker who briefly stepped away from an empty morgue—only to return to find a body placed neatly in the room, as if it had always belonged there. From that moment, the discussion expands into documented incidents across U.S. hospitals and medical examiner offices, where decedents entered official custody before they technically existed in the system. Drawing on acknowledged cases in California and Illinois, professional standards from the National Association of Medical Examiners, and historical precedent, Kat and Jethro explore how modern medical systems quietly normalize these unexplained arrivals by assigning case numbers and moving forward—without ever addressing the moment something appeared where nothing had been before. The episode then shifts to a seemingly unrelated but deeply connected subject: how human societies remember lives at all. Long before databases and paperwork, entire civilizations relied on living memory. Kat and Jethro explore the tradition of griots and other oral historians across West Africa, Europe, the Americas, and Asia—individuals entrusted with preserving genealogies, histories, and identities entirely through story, music, and performance. Backed by neuroscience research, the episode examines why rhythm and narrative are so effective at preserving memory, even when written records fail. Together, these two topics form a quiet, unsettling question at the heart of the episode: what happens when systems designed to document human existence fall short—and who remembers us when they do? Grounded in documented cases, historical tradition, and modern science, this episode blends true mystery with cultural insight, revealing how bodies can arrive without histories, and histories can survive without bodies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices