Podcasts about Hard Stuff

Psychologist Dr. Marisa G. Franco, author of the book Platonic: How The Science of Attachment Can Help You Make—and Keep—Friends talks about how to navigate honest conversations with friends from setting boundaries to expressing hurt, and offers advice on handling conflict with care. Listeners share their stories and ask questions about having difficult conversations about friendship.

Raamattu kehottaa meitä olemaan tietoisia vihollisen juonista (2. Kor. 2:11) ja muistuttaa, että taistelumme ei ole ihmisiä vaan henkivaltoja ja voimia vastaan (Ef. 6:12). Mutta mitä nämä juonet ja  taistelu oikein ovat – erityisesti maailmassa, jossa Jeesus on jo voittanut saatanan?Tässä Hard Stuff -kauden viidennessä jaksossa sukelletaan syvälle hengellisen todellisuuden ja raamatullisen näkemyksen äärelle. Vaikka aihe voi olla monille kristityille tuntemattomampi, jakso rohkaisee lepäämään siinä totuudessa, että Jeesuksen veressä jokaisella uskovalla on turva ja auktoriteetti.Tarjolla on sekä käytännön työkaluja, henkilökohtaisia kokemuksia että Jumalan sanaa. Tervetuloa vapauden maailmaan! Löydä meidät myös somesta:Northwind Church: www.instagram.com/northwind.church/Emilia Kauppinen: https://www.instagram.com/oikeestiemilia/Susu Ainesmaa: https://www.instagram.com/susulilja/Rodrigo de Campos: https://www.instagram.com/roddcampos/

Today, I’m sitting down with Dr. Richard Tedeschi, he's the bloke who literally coined the term post-traumatic growth, and ya'll know that's a massive part of what this show is all about! We’re pulling apart what resilience really means (and what it definitely doesn’t), why the ‘just do more hard things’ mantra can actually miss the point, and how sometimes what looks like strength is just unprocessed survival mode. We talk about why real growth usually kicks off when life punches you square in the face... and how it’s the people around you (not the size of the fight) that can change everything.From navigating trauma, grief and burnout to finding purpose and connection this one’s a ripping listen for anyone who's ever been stuck, struggling, or simply ready to step-up from the battleground. SPONSORED BY TESTART FAMILY LAWYERS Website: testartfamilylawyers.com.au RICHARD TEDESCHI Website: bouldercrest.org TIFFANEE COOK Linktree: linktr.ee/rollwiththepunches/ Website: tiffcook.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tiffaneecook/ Facebook: facebook.com/rollwiththepunchespodcast/ Instagram: instagram.com/rollwiththepunches_podcast/ Instagram: instagram.com/tiffaneeandco See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pain is not optional, but could it be meaningful?In the newest Hard Stuff episode, we talk about suffering: why it's been part of Christianity from the very beginning, and why the Western church often skips straight to the resurrection, forgetting the weight of the cross.What does it mean to follow Jesus in a comfort-driven world? And how do we respond when we pray for healing, but don't see it? Guests Lukas Ablidsten and Matias Toivainen join Samu to talk about finding God in the middle of pain, seeing love that bears all things, and asking: what do we actually gain through suffering?   Find us on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/lukasabil/https://www.instagram.com/matiastoivainen/https://www.instagram.com/hello_samu/https://www.instagram.com/northwind.church/

Tervetuloa takaisin Hard Stuff -sarjan pariin, jossa puhutaan vaikeista aiheista rohkeasti ja rehellisesti. Kauden kolmannessa jaksossa Emilia, Rodrigo, Saara ja Joel keskustelevat teemasta, joka koskettaa meitä kaikkia, mutta josta seurakunnissa ja uskovien keskuudessa puhutaan usein liian vähän – seksuaalisuudesta.Mitä seuraamuksia on vaikenemisella, häpeällä ja yhteyden puutteella tämän aiheen äärellä? Millainen on nuorten uskovien suhde seksuaalisuuteen, ja mitä tarkoittaa, että seksuaalisuus on elämän mittainen matka?Tule mukaan murtamaan hiljaisuutta ja avaamaan tilaa rehelliselle, toivoa tuovalle keskustelulle!Löydä meidät myös somesta:Northwind Church: www.instagram.com/northwind.church/Emilia Kauppinen: https://www.instagram.com/oikeestiemilia/Rodrigo de Campos: https://www.instagram.com/roddcampos/Saara Campos: https://www.instagram.com/saara_campos/Joel Peltoniemi: https://www.instagram.com/sirbeige/

In this week's episode of Your Best Day Yet, Chief Victory Officer, Eric Guy, sits down with long-time friend and executive coach, Tim Yeager. Tim opens up about his personal transformation — from feeling stuck in life and leadership to embracing a growth mindset through deep self-awareness and emotional intelligence work. Together, Eric and Tim unpack the uncomfortable but powerful journey of personal responsibility, conscious leadership, and how doing the inner work can unlock your highest potential.Takeaways: ✅ Choose Growth Over Comfort – Tim shares how the most transformational moments came when he leaned into discomfort instead of avoiding it.✅ Awareness is Everything – Becoming conscious of how you're showing up in relationships, leadership, and everyday life is the first step toward meaningful change.✅ Victim vs. Creator Mindset – Tim and Eric talk about breaking free from blame and instead owning your experience — and your power to change it.✅ The Hard Stuff is the Good Stuff – Emotional work isn't easy, but it's necessary. Tim encourages leaders to sit in the “muck” rather than numb or avoid it.✅ Live Intentionally – Whether it's how you respond to stress or how you lead your team, intentionality is the key to creating a life and legacy you're proud of.More of Tim: https://culturecures.com/Sign up for an AMP trip: https://centerforvictory.kartra.com/page/9Gn85 

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Hard Stuff -sarja jatkuu Hot Takes -jaksolla, jossa käsitellään kuulijoiden toiveaiheita rehellisesti, mutta rakkaudella. Miltä haastavien ihmisten rakastaminen näyttää, ja mitä voimme itsestämme oppia siinä? Mikä rooli ylpeydellä ja uhriutumisella on synnin oikeuttamisessa? Mitä hengellinen väkivalta on ja mitäse ei ole? Entä mistä tunnistaa väärän opettajan?Pohdintoja näihin kysymyksiin kuulet tässä jaksossa, kun pöydän ääreen istuvat pastorit Samu & Susu sekä pastorikokelas Lauri Huttunen. Tarjolla on henkilökohtaisia kokemuksia – onnistumisia ja epäonnistumisia – sekä Raamatun totuutta. Tervetuloa mukaan!Löydä meidät myös somesta:Northwind Church: www.instagram.com/northwind.church/Samu Ainesmaa: https://www.instagram.com/hello_samu/Lauri Huttunen: https://www.instagram.com/lahuttu/Susu Ainesmaa: https://www.instagram.com/susulilja/

When you were younger, did you imagine your life turning out a certain way? Maybe you thought you'd have a house full of children, a forever kind of love, or a career that lit you up. But what happens when the reality of your life looks nothing like the dream? In this heartfelt and hope-filled episode, I sit down with bestselling author Jessica N. Turner to talk about how to rise from life's deepest disappointments and rebuild something beautiful. Jessica vulnerably shares her personal story of walking through a midlife divorce after her husband of 16 years came out—and the healing journey that followed. Whether you're grieving the loss of a dream, struggling through a transition, or just feeling stuck in unmet expectations, this conversation will help you:

Life doesn't always make sense—and sometimes God seems silent when we need Him most. In this sermon from James 1:1–8, we will unpack how trials shape our faith, deepen our patience, and drive us to pray with bold trust. If you're in a tough season, this message will help you lean on God even when it's hard.

Tervetuloa Northwind Talksin uudelle tuotantokaudelle! Tässä Hard Stuff -sarjassa tartumme aiheisiin, joista puhuminen voi olla haastavaa, mutta sitäkin tärkeämpää. Rukoilemme, että nämä keskustelut avaavat ovia rakentavalle vuoropuhelulle, parantumiselle ja uusille oivalluksille.Kausi käynnistyy keskustelulla siitä, miten Jumala loi miehen ja naisen omaksi kuvakseen. Rodrigo, Saara, Samu ja Emilia pohtivat sukupuolten vahvuuksia ja eroavaisuuksia niin Raamatun kuin elämänkokemusten valossa.Miten sukupuolten erot näkyvät esimerkiksi vanhemmuudessa ja johtajuudessa vai saako nainen edes johtaa seurakunnassa? Pitävätkö sukupuolten stereotypiat paikkaansa? Ajatuksia näihin kysymyksiin liittyen löytyy kauden avausjaksossa. Jos haluat tukea meidän seurakuntaa tässä kasvuvaiheeessa josta kuulit tämän podcastin aikana, löydät alta tarvittavat tiedot:Tilinumero: FI79 4108 0013 1079 28Viite: 1177MobilePay: 70449 (RA/2020/1109)Antamalla tilaprojektiin autat seurakunnan tilojen remontti-, sisustus-, ja vuokrakustannuksissa.Löydä meidät myös somesta:Northwind Church: www.instagram.com/northwind.church/Rodrigo de Campos: https://www.instagram.com/roddcampos/Saara Campos: https://www.instagram.com/saara_campos/Samu Ainesmaa: https://www.instagram.com/samusensano/Emilia Kauppinen: https://www.instagram.com/oikeestiemilia/

Welcome to our Saint Patrick's Day Lit for Christmas party of Season Five!In this episode, Marty and Beth get bombed on Bailey's Mint Mudslides and discuss "Christmas Morning" by Irish writer Frank O'Connor.   BONUS POINTS:  Take a shot every time Beth makes a seuxal innuendo. CAUTION: You WILL get very drunk.SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS PRESENTBailey's Mint Mudslide:Ingredients:Two shots original Bailey's Irish CreamOne shot Creme de Menthe SyrupOne shot Vanilla CreamerHershey's Chocolate Syrup1 cup of ice1 Hershey's kissDirections:In a blender, put ice, Bailey's Irish Cream, Creme de Menthe, and Vanilla Creamer. Blend well.Drizzle sides of glass with Hershey's Chocolate Syrup.Pour blended mixture into drizzled glass.Add Hershey's kiss, if desired.Non-Alcoholic Directions:Substitute two scoops of mint chocolate chip ice cream for the Bailey's Irish Cream and Creme de Menthe. Eliminate the ice. Double the Vanilla Creamer (2 shots) to thin the mixture. Lit for Christmas Party Hosts:Marty has an Master's in fiction writing, MFA in poetry writing, and teaches in the English Department at Northern Michigan University in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.  He served two terms at Poet Laureate of the Upper Peninsula, and has published two poetry collections, The Mysteries ofthe Rosary from Mayapple Press and A Bigfoot Bestiary and Other Wonders from Modern History Press .  For more of Marty's thoughts and writing visit his blog Saint Marty (saintmarty-marty.blogspot.com).  Marty is a writer, blogger, wine sipper, easy drunk, and poetry obsessor who puts his Christmas tree up in mid-October and refuses to take it down until the snow starts melting.Beth has a BS in English Secondary Education.  She hasworked as a substitute teacher, medical transcriptionist, medical office receptionist, deli counter attendant, and Office Max cashier.  Currently, she works in a call center and enjoys discussing/arguing about literature with her loving husband.Music for this episode:"Jingle Bells Jazzy Style" by Julius H, used courtesy of Pixabay."A Christmas Treat" by Magic-828, used courtesy of Pixabay.Other music in the episode:The Dubliners. "Whiskey in the Jar." More of the Hard Stuff. Major Minor, 1968.A Christmas Carol sound clips from:The Campbell Theater 1939 radio production of A Christmas Carol, narrated by Orson Welles and starring Lionel Barrymore.This month's Christmas lit:O'Connor, Frank.  "Christmas Morning." Collected Short Stories. New York, Knopf, 1981.

It's Chalene and Bret's 30th wedding anniversary, and today, Chalene Johnson is reflecting on what has made their marriage last (and get even better with time). From early struggles with communication to learning how to truly appreciate each other's quirks, she shares raw, real insights into what makes a relationship stand the test of time. Plus, she talks about why emotional growth, mutual respect, and even those “implosion” moments are key to deepening your bond. And, of course, there's some fun talk about Love Is Blind, overpacking for trips, and a surprising twist on fostering their beloved pup, Penelope. Tune in for marriage wisdom, laughs, and a whole lot of heart! ❤️

Very few of us strive to achieve our full God Given potential!

Ben shares about Growing our love for God through hard stuff.

Jay is a retired British Army soldier turned champion bodybuilder and personal coach who is committed to the belief that “transformation starts from the neck up”.  With a huge 1.1M TikTok followers and over half a million followers on Instagram (@jayalderton),  Jay's platforms continue to rapidly amass support and positive sentiment from a community of like-minded individuals committed to transforming their lives by confronting life's obstacles and reaping the rewards. He is the author of several best-selling books. His most recent one Hard Stuff, Easy Life – 7 mindset principles for success, strength and happiness is available now  I got so much from this conversation on a personal level, I hope you get just as much from listening.  Here are some of the things we talked about in today's podcast:  ·      Transformation starts from the neck up. ·      Fear of failure often prevents people from starting. ·      Failure is a natural part of success, while quitting is not. ·      No one cares about your decisions as much as you think. ·      Commitment requires ongoing effort beyond the initial decision. ·      Maintenance of habits is easier than the initial growth phase. ·      Your identity can change over time; you are not fixed. ·      Obstacles can serve as valuable lessons for future success. ·      Learning to say no is essential for prioritizing what matters. ·      Self-awareness is key to understanding and overcoming past influences. Extreme success comes with extreme sacrifice. ·      Balance is found between selfishness and selflessness. ·      Communication is crucial in family dynamics. ·      If you can't reduce negativity, remove it completely. ·      Being present improves mental health and connections. ·      Life is too short to tolerate negativity. ·      And much more.    (Website) www.mindsetwithmuscle.co.uk (Instagram) www.instagram.com/jayalderton/ (Tiktok) Jay Alderton (@jayalderton) Official | TikTok (Facebook) www.facebook.com/JayAldertonOfficial (Twitter/X)  Jay Alderton (@JayAlderton) / X (Youtube) Jay Alderton - YouTube (LinkedIn) Jay Alderton - Mindset with Muscle - Mindset with Muscle | LinkedIn Previous appearance: Episode 72 Mindset With Muscle and Knowledge Bombs with Jamie Alderton (aka Grenade Jay) | Brian Keane Fitness    

Welcome to Loan Officer Freedom, the #1 podcast in the country for loan officers, hosted by Carl White. In this episode, your host, Carl White dives deep into the importance of tackling the hard stuff in your business and life. Carl shares insights on how facing challenges can literally rewire your brain through a process called neuroplasticity. Discover how doing the hard tasks—like building strong relationships with real estate agents and mastering objections—can boost your confidence, enhance your problem-solving skills, and help you thrive in all areas of your life. If you're ready to take the leap and start building your brain and business, visit MMAdemo.com for a free walkthrough of the resources available to you. Schedule a one-on-one free coaching call, click here or visit LoanOfficerStrategyCall.com.

This week Josh sits down and talks New Years Resolutions, young dogs, and what is in store for 2025

Episode Highlights: fulfillment, happiness, burnout, self-discovery, personal growth, internal motivation, external validation, mental health, high achievers, masculine energy, feminine energy, emotional intelligence, decision making, presence, high performance     Summary: In this episode of the Awake and Winning Podcast, we bring you a repost of Kaylor's appearance on the Higher Alignment Podcast hosted by Minh Thu Lam. Kaylor and Minh Thu dive deep into the real difference between chasing happiness and striving for fulfillment. He breaks down why fulfillment is the ultimate goal and how burnout often sneaks in when we're stuck in cycles of people-pleasing and selfishness. Kaylor doesn't hold back as he explores the tough but necessary path of embracing discomfort for personal growth and leveling up.   This episode gets real about unlearning negative patterns, balancing masculine and feminine energies, and stepping into your highest potential. Kaylor and Minh Thu also talk about emotional intelligence, the importance of presence, and how to find the sweet spot between grinding for success and practicing self-care. Tune in for actionable insights, mindset shifts, and a no-BS approach to creating a life of self-worth and fulfillment. Takeaways:   Fulfillment, not happiness, is the key to a meaningful life Burnout often stems from selfishness, people-pleasing, and lack of self-care Unlearning negative patterns is a crucial step in the journey of self-discovery Conscious decision-making and emotional intelligence are essential for growth and self-connection Embracing discomfort leads to new realities and personal transformation High achievers and performers often battle feelings of inadequacy and self-worth Men and women can harness their unique energies and rhythms for peak performance and alignment     If you enjoyed the episode, please be sure to take a screenshot and share it out on Instagram and tag @thekaylorbetts. Also, please make sure to give us a review and a five star rating if you're loving what we are doing! _____________________________   RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:   Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/minhthu_lam/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082948174032 Websites | https://minhthulam.com/ Podcast | The Higher Alignment Podcast with Minh Thu Lam on Apple Podcasts Linked Episode | Your Power Lies in Fulfillment vs Happiness with Kaylor Betts  _____________________________   SPONSORS: Truly Tallow | https://www.trulytallow.com/ Use code “SUNNYBALLS10” at checkout for 10% off your order _____________________________   IMPORTANT UPDATES:   Check out the Awake & Winning Website | https://awakeandwinning.com/ Join the Awake & Winning Life AW-cademy | https://theawlife.com/ Join the Awake & Winning Business AW-cademy | https://theawbiz.com Join the Awake & Winning POD-cademy | http://yourwinningpodcast.com/ Follow Kaylor on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thekaylorbetts/ _____________________________  

Settle in, listeners. Jen and Amy have invited Greek and New Testament professor and scholar, Reverend Dr. Angela N. Parker to the show to reflect on the Advent season with some words of hope and liberation. She took our butts to seminary, opening our eyes to what it looks like when you examine the scripture through the lens of womanist theology and the experiences of Black women. But as Dr. Parker tells us, “I've lived long enough to know that God will bring me through but sometimes it's hard and sometimes it hurts. But even after the hurt, the tender spots get more resilient.” There's so much to unpack in this one. Jen and Amy discuss their favorite Christmas movies and debate whether classics like Gremlins and Die Hard fit the genre  Dr. Parker explains how liberation is a collective journey, not an individual one – and how everyone, including white men, can need it. We learn how understanding the historical context of scripture is vital for its interpretation. And we also talk about some of the holiday hullabaloo we're ready to Bless and Release this season. *** Thought-provoking Quotes: “If I'm liberated, I don't want to be liberated alone.” – Dr. Angela N. Parker “We don't want to think about the early church being enslavers.” – Dr. Angela N. Parker “If our biblical text is wrestling with the idea of empire from Genesis to Revelation, we are wrestling with empire as well.” –– Dr. Angela N. Parker “When we work as a collective, we actually do better to transform society.” – Dr. Angela N. Parker “The tree at the end of Revelation 21 has the leaves for the healing of all the “Ethnae”, for all the ethnicities, for all the nations. That's what John the Revelator sees in his final vision.” – Dr. Angela N. Parker “In my own work, I talk about how I try to even get whiteness out of me. Even as an African American woman born and raised in these United States, there are elements of whiteness that are in me, on me and a part of me. That's just what we swim in.” – Dr. Angela N. Parker “Hope breaks forth in the midst of terror, fear, and overwhelm. It's normal to have [those feelings]. Don't trick yourself into ignoring them. It's best for us to acknowledge what is going on around us but to remember that hope breaks through.” – Dr. Angela N. Parker “I've lived long enough to know that God will bring me through but sometimes it's still hard and sometimes it still hurts. But even after the hurt, the tender spots get more resilient.” – Dr. Angela N. Parker Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Orange Theory - https://www.orangetheory.com/en-us James Hal Cone - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_H._Cone Jacquelyn Grant - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacquelyn_Grant Delores Williams - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delores_S._Williams Katie Cannon - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katie_Cannon Alice Walker - https://alicewalkersgarden.com/ Rev. Dr. Margaret Aymer - https://www.austinseminary.edu/cf_directory/dirprofile.cfm?p=2576&id=4459 Sisters in the Wilderness: The Challenge of Womanist God by Delores Williams - https://amzn.to/4eV3Nce If God Still Breathes, Why Can't I?: Black Lives Matter and Biblical Authority by Rev. Dr. Angela N. Parker - https://amzn.to/3YkO9Qo Guest's Links: Angela's website - https://theology.mercer.edu/faculty-and-staff/parker/ Angela's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/boozybiblescholar/ Angela's Twitter - https://x.com/BzyBibleScholar Angela's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WomanistNTScholar/ Angela's TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@boozybiblescholar   Connect with Jen! Jen's website - https://jenhatmaker.com/ Jen's Instagram - https://instagram.com/jenhatmaker Jen's Twitter - https://twitter.com/jenHatmaker/ Jen's Facebook - https://facebook.com/jenhatmaker Jen's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/JenHatmaker The For the Love Podcast is presented by Audacy. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Caregivers do a lot of hard things. Doing the hard stuff, like having care discussions in the family or making difficult decisions, can be emotionally stressful and guilt-filled.In episode 208 of the Caring Generation podcast, caregiving expert Pamela D Wilson shares:1) how to understand when a problem or question is more complex than it looks, which is often the case in caregiving,2) how emotions and feelings of guilt impact doing the hard stuff,3) why waiting to deal with an uncomfortable issue might make problems more challenging in the future4) the benefits of starting today and making progress to do the hard stuff For more caregiving, aging, and elder care tips, visit Pamela's website at www.PamelaDWilson.comLearn about Pamela D Wilson, her professional background, and her experience: https://pameladwilson.com/pamela-d-wilson-story/Are you interested in a 1:1 elder care consultation by telephone or video call with Pamela? Schedule time and learn more here: https://pameladwilson.com/elder-care-consultant-aging-parent-consultation-managing-senior-care-needs-meet-with-pamela-d-wilson/Invite Pamela to speak to your company or group. Learn more and download a copy of her speaker's kit here: https://pameladwilson.com/caregiving-speaker-aging-parents-expert-advocate-keynotes-presentations-digital-caregiver-programs/Follow Pamela on Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pameladwilsoncaregivingexpert/Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pameladwilsoncaregiverexpert/X: https://x.com/CaregivingSpeak

Living in the face of uncertainty is no small feat — especially when navigating life with a chronic condition or OCD. Dr. Ashley Smith, a psychologist and author of The Way I See It: A Psychologist's Guide to a Happier Life, knows this journey intimately. In this episode of Get to Know OCD, she shares how she turned her own uncertain experience with vision loss into a powerful lesson in resilience and acceptance.Through her blend of professional expertise and personal insight, Ashley explores the science of happiness, the myth of toxic positivity, and why understanding your mind's quirks is a key to thriving. If you've ever felt stuck in self-doubt because of OCD or another condition, Ashley's perspective will inspire you to embrace the hard stuff and find joy along the way.Need help with OCD and the uncertainty it creates in your life? We're here to help. Visit us at  https://learn.nocd.com/podcast to learn about our best-in-care treatment options. Show notes:0:00 Intro2:02 Ashley's background5:53 What is happiness 10:16 Patrick gets personal too13:23 Nothing is good or bad15:10 Accepting thoughts, images, and urges18:26 A thought is not a fact21:20 What “I feel like” actually means 24:46 Ashley's book27:42 Misconceptions around happiness 29:01 The importance of sleep30:00 Overactive nervous system34:47 Are we overworked in the United States?39:40 What Ashley wants people to get out of the book40:48 It's not your fault44:28 What's next for Ashley48:37 How to get more from AshleyFollow us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/https://twitter.com/treatmyocdhttps://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd

In this episode, Steph discusses the importance of embracing hard things in life as a pathway to building resilience and confidence. She emphasizes that these qualities are not innate but cultivated through doing hard things. We have all had experiences that felt challenging in life, but in looking back, led to tremendous growth. The conversation also touches on the fear of the unknown and the human tendency to seek comfort, urging listeners to choose the hard paths that lead to long-term fulfillment over instant gratification.

November 24: Do the Hard Stuff Numbers 13-14; Joshua 1 Even when you finally see the blessing and the unknown becomes known, faith is still required. Sometimes we can't picture ourselves in the place God promised. It seems too big, too hard, too difficult to attain. Yet it's what God promised. He's proven himself faithful. It's ours for the taking. Do we trust God enough to "Do the Hard Stuff?" #intotheunknown #Jesus#churchonline WELCOME PAD / MY RESPONSE -- Use this link to respond to the sermon, request prayer, or to give tithe/offerings online: https://northridgefellowship.churchce... I'M SAYING YES TO JESUS! https://northridgefellowship.churchce... MORE SERVICE INFO AND INTERACTION: https://northridgefellowship.org/watch/

Leadership Series Host Tim Rush sits down with a very special guest, his wife Kim Rush, certified Crucible Retreat Leader and Coach. Kim reflects on the challenges of leadership, the balance of family and ministry, and the deep personal growth that comes from leaning into soul work. From lessons learned in Mexico, to navigating identity through seasons of loss and change, to embracing the importance of honesty in community—Kim offers wisdom for anyone striving to lead with integrity and heart.Here are some of the topics we cover in our podcast episodes: Radical honesty and grace Spiritual growth Discipleship Mentorship Personal development Life transformation Christian men's ministry Christian women's ministry Faith-based retreat Discover our other resources: Our Main Website Our Blog Online Life Coaching Christian Men's Retreats Christian Women's Retreats All content © 2024 The Crucible Project Podcast.

Do you have a conversation you've been avoiding in your marriage? One that feels too big, too emotional, or just plain scary?Today's episode dives deep into this exact experience—those tough conversations we dance around but desperately need to have. In this episode, I share a personal story about a difficult conversation with my husband, Jeff, around sex and intimacy, and how avoiding it only created more distance between us.I realized I was holding back because I was afraid—afraid of his reaction, afraid I wouldn't stay calm, and afraid it would just make things worse. But here's what I learned: the conversations we avoid are often the ones that, when faced, bring us closer.If you've been putting off a conversation in your marriage—whether it's about intimacy, finances, or something related to extended family—I want to invite you to listen to this episode. In it, I share:Why we tend to avoid these hard conversationsHow I processed my fears and prepared to face themWhat happened when I finally had the conversation (spoiler: it wasn't easy, but it brought us closer)Practical tips for navigating your own tough talks with more confidence and calmIt's not about having the perfect conversation. It's about showing up for your marriage with honesty, vulnerability, and love.Ready to start tackling the conversations you've been putting off?Listen to the episode today!CBS News Interview: 6 Tips For A Healthy & Loving RelationshipUnlock deeper connection in your marriage with my free guide, Daily Prompts for Deeper Connection with Your Spouse—get it now! More resources and how you can start the process of Awakening(YourTrue)You and being the partner who creates your best version of what marriage looks like for you: https://christinebongiovanni.com/Join my AwakenYou newsletter for weekly marriage tips and early announcements of upcoming offerings.Book your free Courageous Love Conversation here.InstagramFacebook

We are actually on location in Indy this week if everything goes well so we recorded this cast ahead of time. We only do it because we love you, well, you, Ripley, and Sarah Conner. 

I got some problems and hard stuff going on in my life. I will post more videos. Just give me some time and patience to work stuff out.

Gideon Mendels is the Chief Executive Officer at Comet, the leading solution for managing machine learning workflows. How to Systematically Test and Evaluate Your LLMs Apps // MLOps Podcast #269 with Gideon Mendels, CEO of Comet. // Abstract When building LLM Applications, Developers need to take a hybrid approach from both ML and SW Engineering best practices. They need to define eval metrics and track their entire experimentation to see what is and is not working. They also need to define comprehensive unit tests for their particular use-case so they can confidently check if their LLM App is ready to be deployed. // Bio Gideon Mendels is the CEO and co-founder of Comet, the leading solution for managing machine learning workflows from experimentation to production. He is a computer scientist, ML researcher and entrepreneur at his core. Before Comet, Gideon co-founded GroupWize, where they trained and deployed NLP models processing billions of chats. His journey with NLP and Speech Recognition models began at Columbia University and Google where he worked on hate speech and deception detection. // MLOps Swag/Merch https://mlops-community.myshopify.com/ // Related Links Website: https://www.comet.com/site/ All the Hard Stuff with LLMs in Product Development // Phillip Carter // MLOps Podcast #170: https://youtu.be/DZgXln3v85s Opik by Comet: https://www.comet.com/site/products/opik/ --------------- ✌️Connect With Us ✌️ ------------- Join our slack community: https://go.mlops.community/slack Follow us on Twitter: @mlopscommunity Sign up for the next meetup: https://go.mlops.community/register Catch all episodes, blogs, newsletters, and more: https://mlops.community/ Connect with Demetrios on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dpbrinkm/ Connect with Gideon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gideon-mendels/ Timestamps: [00:00] Gideon's preferred coffee [00:17] Takeaways [01:50] A huge shout-out to Comet ML for sponsoring this episode! [02:09] Please like, share, leave a review, and subscribe to our MLOps channels! [03:30] Evaluation metrics in AI [06:55] LLM Evaluation in Practice [10:57] LLM testing methodologies [16:56] LLM as a judge [18:53] OPIC track function overview [20:33] Tracking user response value [26:32] Exploring AI metrics integration [29:05] Experiment tracking and LLMs [34:27] Micro Macro collaboration in AI [38:20] RAG Pipeline Reproducibility Snapshot [40:15] Collaborative experiment tracking [45:29] Feature flags in CI/CD [48:55] Labeling challenges and solutions [54:31] LLM output quality alerts [56:32] Anomaly detection in model outputs [1:01:07] Wrap up

In this episode, Angela welcomes special guest Jay Alderton, former British Army soldier turned champion bodybuilder, coach, and author of Hard Stuff, Easy Life. Jay shares his journey from military life to mastering mindset and discipline, inspiring millions to face challenges head-on. Together, they explore innovative health solutions, mindset principles, and how to build resilience for lasting success. If you're looking for ways to optimise your wellbeing, reduce environmental stressors, and enhance your life through actionable health strategies, this episode is for you. MAIN TAKEAWAYS Discipline vs. Motivation: Jay explains how discipline, rather than motivation, drives long-term success by enabling consistent action, even on tough days. Mindful Practices: Integrating mindfulness into everyday activities can help reduce stress and enhance presence in both personal and professional life. Overcoming Hardships: Reflecting on past challenges (the “cookie jar” technique) provides perspective and builds confidence in tackling future difficulties. Self-Love and Health: Prioritizing your health and wellbeing allows you to show up better for others and achieve your goals with a clearer mindset.   TIMESTAMPS & KEY TOPICS  00:01 – Introduction to the episode and guest, Jay Alderton. 03:49 – Jay's background: from British Army to bodybuilding champion. 07:02 – How discipline creates freedom: Jay on the importance of consistent routines. 09:37 – The power of community and accountability in achieving fitness and health goals. 15:07 – Jay's morning routine for optimal health: Stretching, jiu-jitsu, cold plunges. 18:07 – The benefits of breathwork and cold therapy for mental clarity and resilience. 21:00 – Red light therapy for skin health and overall wellbeing. 26:40 – The importance of loving yourself and prioritizing your health first. 30:02 – Military lessons on responsibility, self-awareness, and learning from mistakes. 32:36 – Overcoming fear and anxiety by facing challenges head-on. 35:25 – Negative visualization: Embracing gratitude by imagining life without your loved ones. 39:43 – Visualization as a powerful tool for achieving long-term goals. 41:32 – Jay's “cookie jar” technique: Remembering past achievements to fuel current challenges. 44:14 – Building healthy habits for consistency and growth without sacrificing wellbeing. 47:25 – Where to find Jay's book Hard Stuff, Easy Life and connect with him online.   VALUABLE RESOURCES Get a free snapshot of your health and personalised report at www.yourtotalhealthcheck.com Join The High Performance Health CommunityFree Fasting Guide - www.angelafosterperformance.com/fasting Get 5 free travel packs and one year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase of AG1 here Get your glow this Autumn / Winter with the Bon Charge Red Light Therapy Mask and enter code ANGELA20 to save 20%   ABOUT THE GUEST Jay Alderton is a retired British Army soldier turned champion bodybuilder and ‘personal coach who is committed to the belief that “transformation starts from the neck up”. With a staggering 1.1M TikTok followers and over half a million followers on Instagram (@jayalderton), Jay's platforms continue to rapidly amass support and positive sentiment from a community of like-minded individuals committed to transforming their lives by confronting life's obstacles and reaping the rewards. He has just published his first book Hard Stuff, Easy Life.   ABOUT THE HOST Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker and Host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former Corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela has been featured in various media including Huff Post, Runners world, The Health Optimisation Summit, BrainTap, The Women's Biohacking Conference, Livestrong & Natural Health Magazine. Angela is the creator of BioSyncing®️ a blueprint for ambitious entrepreneurial women to biohack their health so they can 10X how they show up in their business and their family without burning out. Angela's BioSyncing®️ Blueprint is currently closed. Click here to get on the waitlist. The High Performance Health Podcast is a top rated global podcast. Each week, Angela brings you a new insight, biohack or high performance habit to help you unlock optimal health, longevity and higher performance. Hit the follow button to make sure you get notified each time Angela releases a new episode.   ABOUT THE GUEST Peter A. Levine, Ph.D., is the renowned developer of Somatic Experiencing. He holds a doctorate in Medical and Biological Physics from the University of California at Berkeley and a doctorate in Psychology from International University. 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why you want the hard timesDave tate: business is a battle of attritionwhat determines who lasts and who doesn't? the hard stuffnobody wanted covid lockdowns, but when they reopened there was far less competitionTadej Pogacar - I want the steepest, hardest climbs becuase they're the separatorwhen you ahve stafff quit - so do theywhen your rent goes up - so does theirsmaybe not the same day, but over the 3-year span, everything that happens to you will happen to your competitionThey might not survive itYou also don't have to create hardship by attacking them or running them down. They have enough. eVen if they don't show it, they're facing the same stuff you are. and many won't survivealso, you need the repsyou want to practice the hard stuff when the stakes are lowthere are reasons things tget hard. one is they're new. one is they're personal. one is the stakes are high.Break them apart. If the hardship you're going through is because you've never faced that problem before, get a mentor. Don't take advice from someone else who's never done it before.If it's hard because it's personal, get an objective perspective. don't ask your mom or your bff or your husband. ask a mentor.if it's hard because the stakes are high, you might need a different kind of mentor to help with perspective, but you still need a mentorAfter the trouble is over, you have two jobs:one - never repeat ittwo - learn what you can from it. You've heard the term 'if I win, I win, if I lose, I learn' - or some variation. But most people don't actually learn becaues they don't pick apart the elsson. They keep repeating the same mistakes. so here's how you do an AARConnect with Chris Cooper:Website - https://businessisgood.com/

This week, we're going to build entrepreneurial resilience: the ability to just keep going when things go wrong.Listen to this episode, and then visit the Daily Directives section at BusinessIsGood.com to complete daily exercises for resilience all week.I'm Chris Cooper, and today I'm discussing strategies for overcoming adversity in business. Setbacks are inevitable, but they can be managed by spreading them out over time and making them less impactful. I've found that taking a long-term view, recognizing small wins, and maintaining a practice mindset can prepare us for future challenges. It's also crucial to evolve and improve with clients, staff, or products, and to view departures as opportunities for growth. Every challenge is a stepping stone to greater opportunities, so it's essential to stay resilient and see setbacks as part of the journey.Understanding Adversity in EntrepreneurshipI kick off the podcast by emphasizing the importance of learning from mistakes and sharing those lessons with other entrepreneurs. I introduce the concept of "$13 days," those times when progress feels like a step backward. This is a normal part of the entrepreneurial journey. The goal is to spread out these backward steps over time, making them smaller and less catastrophic. I share a personal anecdote about my mentor asking me about the last significant setback, which highlights the importance of perspective.The Long View and Bright SpotsI advise taking a long-term view. Look back at past rough weeks, and you'll see that they happen less frequently and with less impact over time. I introduce "Bright Spots Fridays," where we reflect on our achievements to train our minds to focus on positive outcomes. Recognizing and celebrating small wins helps us stay resilient and better handle adversity. The purpose of Bright Spots Fridays isn't to brag; it's to acknowledge and learn from our successes.Practice and Preparation for Future ChallengesEvery challenge is practice for a bigger but similar challenge in the future. Each setback is a learning opportunity. I use the example of a staff member quitting as a rehearsal for handling more significant departures down the line. By preparing processes to prevent similar issues, we become better equipped to handle adversity with less impact. This cycle of audit and improvement is crucial for continuous growth and resilience.Client Relationships and Successful ExitsI talk about the natural end date for client relationships and how important it is to view client departures as a success rather than a failure. I share my criteria for a successful client exit, like the client continuing their fitness habit or achieving significant life changes. By focusing on the positive outcomes of client departures, we can feel more confident and prepared for future changes. This concept extends to our staff, products, and services, underscoring the importance of continuous improvement and evolution.Creating Opportunities Through AdversityI suggest seeing every challenge as an opportunity to create a seat at the table for something better. I share Emerson's quote, "Heartily no, when demigods go, the gods arrive," to illustrate how removing one challenge opens up space for a greater opportunity. Examples include replacing a damaged company car with a better one or using a staff departure to attract a more suitable candidate. I emphasize the importance of a linear approach to growth, where overcoming one challenge paves the way for the next opportunity.Top Tips for Working Through AdversityTo sum up, here are my top tips for working through adversity: take the long-term view, maintain a practice mindset, recognize that nothing lasts forever, and see challenges as opportunities. Count your wins, prepare for future...

Vikram Rangnekar is an open-source software developer focused on simplifying LLM integration. He created LLMClient, a TypeScript library inspired by Stanford's DSP paper. With years of experience building complex LLM workflows, he previously worked as a senior software engineer at LinkedIn on Ad Serving. LLMClient a New Way to Build Complex Workflows with LLMs // MLOps Podcast #259 with Vikram Rangnekar, Software Engineer at Stealth. // Abstract LLMClient is a new way to build complex workflows with LLMs. It's a typescript library based on research done in the Stanford DSP paper. Concepts such as prompt signatures, prompt tuning, and composable prompts help you build RAG and agent-powered ideas that have till now been hard to build and maintain. LLMClient is designed for production usage. // Bio Vikram builds open-source software. Currently working on making it easy to build with LLMs. Created LLMClient a typescript library that abstracts over all the complexity of LLMs, it is based on the research done in the Stanford DSP paper. Worked extensively with LLMs over the last few years to build complex workflows. Previously worked as a senior software engineer with LinkedIn on Ad Serving. // MLOps Jobs board https://mlops.pallet.xyz/jobs // MLOps Swag/Merch https://mlops-community.myshopify.com/ // Related Links The unofficial DSPy framework. Build LLM-powered Agents and "Agentic workflows" based on the Stanford DSP paper: https://llmclient.com All the Hard Stuff with LLMs in Product Development // Phillip Carter // MLOps Podcast #170: https://youtu.be/DZgXln3v85s --------------- ✌️Connect With Us ✌️ ------------- Join our slack community: https://go.mlops.community/slack Follow us on Twitter: @mlopscommunity Sign up for the next meetup: https://go.mlops.community/register Catch all episodes, blogs, newsletters, and more: https://mlops.community/ Connect with Demetrios on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dpbrinkm/ Connect with Vikram on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vikramr Timestamps: [00:00] Vikram preferred coffee [00:41] Takeaways [01:05] Data Engineering for AI/ML Conference Ad [01:41] Vikram's work these days [04:54] Fine-tuned Model insights [06:22] Java Script tool evolution [16:14] DSP knowledge distillation [17:34] DSP vs Manual examples [22:53] Optimizing task context [27:58] API type validation explained [30:25] LLM value and innovation [34:22] Navigating complex systems [37:30] DSP code generators explained [40:56] Exploring LLM personas [42:45] Optimizing small agents [43:32] Complex task assistance [49:53] Wrap up

Jay Alderton is an incredible force in the world of health and happiness! An ex-military and a transformation coach, he reveals the game-changing truth: the secret to an easy life is conquering the hard stuff, and the hard stuff is all in your head. Jay is not just a social media influencer, he's a personal trainer, best-selling author, podcaster, husband, and dad on a mission to help a million people become healthier, stronger, and happier. With a massive social media following, Jay connects with people through engaging online courses, inspiring videos, and motivational content. His latest book, "Hard Stuff, Easy Life: 7 Mindset Principles for Success, Strength, and Happiness," is out now and is a must read! LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF: You believe mindset is the key to a happy life You are interested in healthy habits You enjoy great mindset interviews on how to elevate your performance and live a better life Follow Jay:Instagram: @jayaldertonTikTok: @jayaldertonX: @jayaldertonwww.mindsetwithmuscle.comPodcast: Mindset with Muscle

"Some business owners stay stuck at the same level just to feed their own ego." In this episode, Alex (@AlexHormozi) defines hard work in a new way; as the messy, ambiguous work that is required to solve the next constraint in your business. Uncharted territory that seems impossible but is so important if you just did that one thing, all your other goals would get accomplished.Welcome to The Game w/Alex Hormozi, hosted by entrepreneur, founder, investor, author, public speaker, and content creator Alex Hormozi. On this podcast you'll hear how to get more customers, make more profit per customer, how to keep them longer, and the many failures and lessons Alex has learned and will learn on his path from $100M to $1B in net worth.Follow Alex Hormozi's Socials:LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Acquisition

In this enlightening episode, Jason and Lauren Vallotton sit down with Ken Williams, a father of four and co-founder of the Changed Movement, to discuss one of the most critical and often challenging topics for parents today: how to talk to your kids about sex and sexuality. Ken shares his transformative journey of overcoming same-sex attraction and dedicating his life to helping others.This episode emphasizes the 'first mention principle,' guiding parents on how to be the primary source of information for their children on topics of sex and sexuality. They dive deep into the following points:Key Talking Points:1. When and How to Talk to Your Kids About SexTiming is Key: Understanding when to start conversations about sex with your children and how to approach it based on their age and maturity.Parental Responsibility: Discussing how character development and sex education is primarily the role of the parent, referencing Dr. Stan Jones' principles on the subject.Age-Based Conversations: Jason and Ken outline the age-appropriate conversations every parent should have to ensure comprehensive sexual education for their kids.Resource Highlight: God's Design for Sex by Dr. Stan Jones is recommended as a foundational resource for parents.2. Stewarding the Power of SexualityKen's Insights: Helping your children understand and steward the powerful aspects of sexuality and reproduction responsibly.Vision and Development: Why attaching a clear vision to your children's development helps prevent emotions and circumstances from dictating their views on sexuality.Avoiding the Pitfall of “The Talk”: Exploring where parents often go wrong by treating sex education as a one-time conversation rather than an ongoing dialogue.Purpose Behind the Drive: The importance of helping kids understand why they have a sex drive and how vision gives purpose to the discipline needed to protect it.3. Addressing Gender Confusion and IdentityCultural Shifts: Jason and Ken discuss the rising percentage of young people identifying as LGBTQ+ and the cultural changes influencing this shift.Core Values vs. Cultural Norms: How parents can uphold their core beliefs and values while navigating relationships in a society with diverse views on gender and sexuality.Building Strong Identity: Practical advice for building a strong sense of identity in your kids to combat confusion about gender and sexuality.Compassion and Truth: Encouraging parents to raise kids who show compassion towards others while holding onto truth, and discussing the lies being fed to kids about gender identity.Personal Story: Jason shares his own story of navigating fear and confusion about his sexual identity.Resources Mentioned:Moral Revolution's Parent Well: A valuable resource for parents navigating these complex topics.God's Design for Sex: A recommended read by Dr. Stan Jones.Changed Movement: Visit ChangedMovement.com and check out their ebook “Self Discovery” for more insights and support. Connect with Lauren:InstagramFacebookConnect with Jason:Jay's InstagramJay's FacebookBraveCo Instagramwww.braveco.org

This is the second part in a three part series on Parenting the Hard Stuff! In this episode, Jason and Lauren Vallotton sit down with Ben and Brittney Serpell, parents of three and Senior Leaders at Loving on Purpose, to discuss the challenges of guiding children through the world of dating.Key Discussion Points:Imperfect Parenting: Brittney Serpell shares her thoughts on navigating the ups and downs of parenting, emphasizing the importance of connection with your children.When is the Right Time to Start Dating? The Serpells discuss the idea that there is no "one size fits all" answer, as each child is unique. They stress the importance of maturity, connection with parents, and a relationship with God in guiding this decision.Preparing Kids for Dating: Learn how to set expectations for your children as they start exploring romantic relationships. The Serpells discuss the importance of helping kids understand the emotions and decisions that come with liking someone.Purpose of Dating: We explore the idea that dating in youth should be about getting to know someone, having fun, and learning about yourself—rather than searching for a lifelong partner.Parental Intervention: The Serpells share a personal story about their daughter Delani and how they navigated a challenging dating situation. They also offer advice on when and how parents should step in if things aren't going well.Navigating Screens in Dating: With technology playing a significant role in today's dating world, Ben and Brittney discuss the importance of helping kids filter their communication and make wise choices.Leading Kids Through Dating: The conversation delves into guiding children through the emotional, physical, and relational aspects of dating, emphasizing the need to balance validation with pointing them toward healthy relationships.Understanding Love vs. Passion: The Serpells talk about helping kids differentiate between love and passion, and the importance of maturity in relationships.Affiliate Linked Resources:Imperfect Parenting by Brittney Serpell is recommended for parents who are wanting to grow in connection-based parenting.Dr. Meg Meeker's books are recommended for parents who working to build their sons and daughters.Strong Fathers, Strong DaughtersStrong Mothers, Strong Sons Connect with Lauren:InstagramFacebookConnect with Jason:Jay's InstagramJay's FacebookBraveCo Instagramwww.braveco.org

To grab a copy of my new book Hard Stuff, Easy Life Click Here In this podcast episode, Jay Alderton discusses the concept of 'hard stuff' and how embracing difficult challenges can lead to an easier life. He covers seven principles related to the word 'hard': exercise and eating healthy, self-awareness, taking responsibility, kindness and forgiveness, changing bad habits, writing things down, and being different. Jay emphasises the importance of challenging oneself, being accountable, and making positive changes to achieve personal growth and success.

Biggest Challenges Parents Face:The primary challenges include managing the pervasive presence of technology and its impact on children. Parents must prioritize training their children in godly principles. The need for intentionality is crucial, as the internet is actively influencing and potentially addicting children to screens.45% of teens report being online almost constantly (Pew Research Center). The average age for creating a first social media account is 12.6 years. Parents must evaluate their own technology use to effectively guide their children.Technology's Influence on Development:Technology affects emotional, social, and cognitive development, particularly in early childhood. Excessive screen time can lead to:Addiction due to dopamine hitsA lack of essential life skills, resulting in instant gratification, a false sense of accomplishment and poor relationship/communication skillsDecreased attention spans:The AAP recommends no more than one 1 of screen time per day for children aged 2 to 5 and consistent limits for older kids. Kids aged 8 to 12 spend an average of 4.75 hours on screens daily (2023 study).60% of parents with children aged 8 to 12 are worried about online privacy.Nearly 40% of children aged 10 to 17 report being bullied online.Practical Suggestions:Teach children that trust and connection are the most valuable commodities. “If I trust you, you get so much freedom.” Create age-appropriate boundaries for technology use.Enforce boundaries without fostering conflict or resentment.Encourage children to set their own boundaries.Delay giving children phones until at least 8th grade.Establish a bedtime for phones.Consider options like the GABB phone and Bark phoneTailor screen time based on the level of freedom your child can handle.Recommended Resources:Defend Young Minds  - Vallotton affiliate linksBrain Defense resources for families, classrooms, schools, etc.Brain Defense home pageAmazon affiliate link to  booksGood Pictures Bad Pictures Jr.Good Pictures, Bad Pictures for older kids Protect Young EyesCommon Sense MediaGuests: Cole & Caitlin Zick, Pastors of Risen King Church in Redding, CA, and Former Directors of Moral Revolution Connect with Lauren:InstagramFacebookConnect with Jason:Jay's InstagramJay's FacebookBraveCo Instagramwww.braveco.org

Many of us grew up with classic comics such as the funnies in the Sunday newspaper! But comics aren't just tiny anecdotes of humor anymore. They tackle serious content, reaching readers of all ages. And with more artists and authors coming on the scene, we are seeing more diverse stories and storytelling. And although newspaper comics aren't going anywhere, graphic novels are reigning the day. 35 million graphic novels were sold in 2022, making it the third best selling genre of book. Today, we hear from local cartoonists about their work, and hear about the evolution of comics and graphic novels. A local librarian joins us as well who says that graphic novels are serious reading. Have you picked up a graphic novel this year? We want to hear from you. GUESTS: Maria Scrivan: author and cartoonist living in Greenwich, Connecticut KC Councilor: a local cartoonist and associate professor of communication at Southern Connecticut State University Stephanie Smith: Teen Librarian at the Avon Free Public Library Where We Live is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron Heichmn is an AI researcher specializing in generative AI, AI alignment, and prompt engineering. At SentinelOne, Ron actively monitors emerging research to identify and address potential vulnerabilities in our AI systems, focusing on unsupervised and scalable evaluations to ensure robustness and reliability. Harnessing AI APIs for Safer, Accurate, & Reliable Applications // MLOps Podcast #252 with Ron Heichman, Machine Learning Engineer at SentinelOne. // Abstract Integrating AI APIs effectively is pivotal for building applications that leverage LLMs, especially given the inherent issues with accuracy, reliability, and safety that LLMs often exhibit. I aim to share practical strategies and experiences for using AI APIs in production settings, detailing how to adapt these APIs to specific use cases, mitigate potential risks, and enhance performance. The focus will be testing, measuring, and improving quality for RAG or knowledge workers utilizing AI APIs. // Bio Ron Heichman is an AI researcher and engineer dedicated to advancing the field through his work on prompt injection at Preamble, where he helped uncover critical vulnerabilities in AI systems. Currently at SentinelOne, he specializes in generative AI, AI alignment, and the benchmarking and measurement of AI system performance, focusing on Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) and AI guardrails. // MLOps Jobs board https://mlops.pallet.xyz/jobs // MLOps Swag/Merch https://mlops-community.myshopify.com/ // Related Links Website: https://www.sentinelone.com/ All the Hard Stuff with LLMs in Product Development // Phillip Carter // MLOps Podcast #170: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DZgXln3v85s&ab_channel=MLOps.community --------------- ✌️Connect With Us ✌️ ------------- Join our slack community: https://go.mlops.community/slack Follow us on Twitter: @mlopscommunity Sign up for the next meetup: https://go.mlops.community/register Catch all episodes, blogs, newsletters, and more: https://mlops.community/ Connect with Demetrios on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dpbrinkm/ Connect with Ron on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heichmanron/

Some animals are specialists at eating particularly tough foods like shells, seeds, and bones. Adaptations for a durophagous diet come in many forms in almost all major groups of life. This episode, we discuss how so many animals tackle tough foods, what behaviors and anatomy help them to do it, and the importance of durophagy for understanding fossils and the history of Earth ecosystems. In the news: fossil boas, walking fish, cooked birds, and early arthropods. Time markers: Intro & Announcements: 00:00:00 News: 00:08:15 Main discussion, Part 1: 00:45:50 Main discussion, Part 2: 01:28:45 Patron question: 02:06:30 Check out our website for this episode's blog post and more: http://commondescentpodcast.com/ Join us on Patreon to support the podcast and enjoy bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/commondescentpodcast Got a topic you want to hear about? Submit your episode request here: https://commondescentpodcast.com/request-a-topic/ Lots more ways to connect with us: https://linktr.ee/common_descent The Intro and Outro music is “On the Origin of Species” by Protodome. More music like this at http://ocremix.org Musical Interludes are "Professor Umlaut" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Today, we'll talk about my favorite item from the Always Work List from a few weeks back - the Daniel Tiger SOP. Entrepreneurship requires you to do uncomfortable stuff constantly. This gets overwhelming and leads to founders sticking with the well-worn, safe path. That leads to startups with no differentiator and no reason to exist.The Daniel Tiger SOP helps you turn intimidating tasks into manageable ones. It lets you travel a unique road, which leads to a unique product. It's as good a technique as I've found. TackleboxIdea to Startup NewsletterIdea to Startup BotAlways Work and Never Work Lists PodEmail team@gettacklebox.com with sub “always work never work” to get the listsAn SOP for Testing a Startup IdeaDaniel Tiger SongNate Bargatze Dumb BrainTimestamps00:35 Intro - Always Work and Never Work Lists02:55 The Most Useful Item from the Always Work List03:55 What Makes People Happy06:15 Smooth Jazz06:45 You'll Never Sprint Again08:12 Repetitive SOPs and Uncomfortable SOPs09:30 The Daniel Tiger SOP11:13 Email Scam Detector Startup16:30 The End: Our Brains Are Dumb 

A Covenant is a promise that you pledge with YOURSELF. That is, your personal bodily integrity. If the promise is broken, somebody dies.Abram and Sarai, surrounding the conception of Ismael,  are anything but All-Stars. Nobody does their job well before God. They serve to remind us to Entrust in the HARD STUFF. Fortunately the middle of the story is not the end of their story.  God is a great covenant keeper.  He pays the penalty toward our failures to keep up our end of the bargain.  Go be an All-Star today.  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNijvDWAn2Wv2KFun2AnvCA

First off, HUGE thanks to everyone who tuned into last week's solo episode and sent in those heartwarming messages. Your support means the world to me, especially since going solo isn't easy without my friend or guests around. This week, we're diving into "Handling the Hard Stuff." Life throws some real curveballs, right? From tough medical diagnoses to personal losses, how do we cope? I'll share insights inspired by a recent episode of The Chosen and some things the Lord put on my heart. Plus, exciting news! If you're heading to the Eucharistic Congress, come find us at booth 1332 from July 16-21. We'll have merch, info on our ministry, and a chance to meet you all in person. Don't miss our live podcast on Thursday with Father Malachy, chatting about the Holy Spirit and the Eucharist. Thanks for being part of this journey. Let's get into it!

Running a business sure is a roller coaster, isn't it? We have our ups and downs. We have to balance the future forecasting and envisioning while also putting out the day-to-day fires in front of us.  It takes a lot of grit and determination to be an entrepreneur, particularly when you're building something that aligns with your personal interests and values.  Today's guest is Tammie Bennett from the Show Up Society. Tammie is a certified mindset coach, podcaster, speaker, artist, and educator. She is obsessed with helping creators show up as themselves. For over 15 years, she has helped people accomplish more than they ever thought was possible by teaching them to feel safe in putting their work out into the world. On today's podcast episode, we're talking about normalizing the hard stuff and taking responsibility for our business decisions. We talk about not relying on platforms or algorithms or other people's opinions to drive our business decisions. And Tammie shares why everyone needs a did-it list instead of a to-do list. Today's episode is brought to you by our Proof to Product resource library. It's where you can get your hands on our free resources to help you start, streamline and scale your business in your own way and at your own pace.   GET FREE ACCESS You can view full show notes and more at http://prooftoproduct.com/344  Quick Links: Free Wholesale Audio Series Free Resources Library Free Email Marketing for Product Makers PTP LABS Paper Camp

Become a Friend of the Show! – join our Patreon communityEvery family deals with hard stuff, from the everyday to the serious. Today we continue our conversation about family culture talking about how we deal with hard stuff in our families. Along the way we remind ourselves to think, "I knew you'd do that," and that kids most definitely can smell fear. On Patreon, we're talking about what we most often disagree with our spouses about and how we address those issues.See show notes on our website: girlnextdoorpodcast.comConnect with us on Instagram: @higirlsnextdoorWe love to get your emails: higirlsnextdoor@gmail.comYour reviews on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen really help the show – thank you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot pay tribute to the late singer, songwriter and guitarist Wayne Kramer of the MC5. They'll revisit their past interview with him and talk about his life, music and the power of collaboration. Plus, the hosts will review the new album from Brittany Howard.Join our Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/3sivr9TBecome a member on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3slWZvcSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3eEvRnGMake a donation via PayPal: https://bit.ly/3dmt9lUSend us a Voice Memo: Desktop: bit.ly/2RyD5Ah Mobile: sayhi.chat/soundops Featured Songs:The MC5, "Kick Out the Jams," Kick Out the Jams, Elektra, 1969The Beatles, "With A Little Help From My Friends," Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Parlophone, 1967Brittany Howard, "What Now," What Now, Island, 2024Brittany Howard, "Another Day," What Now, Island, 2024Brittany Howard, "Prove It To You," What Now, Island, 2024Brittany Howard, "To Be Still," What Now, Island, 2024MC5, "Motor City Is Burning," Kick Out the James, Elektra, 1969MC5, "Ramblin' Rose," Kick Out the James, Elektra, 1969MC5, "The American Ruse," Back in the USA, Atlantic, 1970MC5, "Rocket Reducer N. 62 (Rama Lama Fa Fa Fa)," Kick Out the James, Elektra, 1969MC5, "Gotta Keep Movin'," Back in the USA, Atlantic, 1970MC5, "Sister Anne," High Time, Atlantic, 1971Wayne Kramer, "Poison," The Hard Stuff, Epitaph, 1995MC5, "Starship," Kick Out the James, Elektra, 1969The Stooges, "Search and Destroy," Raw Power, Columbia, 1973Ted Nugent, "Cat Scratch Fever," Cat Scratch Fever, Epic, 1977Wayne Kramer, "Crack in the Universe," The Hard Stuff, Epitaph, 1995MC5, "Looking At You," Back in the USA, Atlantic, 1970MC5, "Future/Now," High Time, Atlantic, 1971MC5, "Let Me Try," Back in the USA, Atlantic, 1970Louise Post, "Don't Give Up," Sleepwalker, El Camino, 2023See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The journey of parenting takes you through all kinds of moments, which sometimes means really difficult or even scary situations. The good news is, they don't have to pull you under. Join Ginger and Erin as they welcome back Dave Barnes and Jon McLaughlin from the Dadville podcast for some real talk that will encourage you as you navigate each child's individual personality and parent well, even in hard seasons. WALK IT OUT: Often our own pain impacts the way we parent our kids. Take some time and ask God to show you how to walk out your own healing journey with Him so you can teach your kids from a place of wholeness.  He's ready to help you with each situation, conversation, and challenge you'll face together. READ IT OUT: Psalm 103:13 – James 1:5 – Proverbs 22:6  - Isaiah 43:2