Podcasts about Heart

The goal of parenting isn’t perfect behavior—it’s shaping your child’s heart! Juan and Jeanine Sanchez offer some tools to equip you to raise your children in the truth of God’s Word and to apply biblical principles in ways that are practical, grace-filled, and real. Parenting is a battle for the heart… and none of us can fight it alone. Receive a copy of "Reaching Your Child's Heart" and an audio download of "Parenting Your Child's Heart, Not Just Behavior" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive. Get More Episode Resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

1799 OHIO RIVERYellow Creek Massacre Triggers Frontier BloodshedRobert G. Parkinson, author of Heart of American Darkness: Bewilderment and Horror on the Early Frontier, Part One: In April 1774, settlers murdered eight Mingo men, women, and children at Baker's Bottom near Yellow Creek. Mingo Chief James Logan wrongly blamed Colonel Thomas Cresap and his son Michael for the massacre, though neither was present. Speculation over the Ohio River country by Virginia elites like George Washington and the Cresap family, combined with boundary disputes between Pennsylvania and Virginia, created power vacuums on the frontier. Following the brutal murders—which included Logan's mother, brother, and pregnant sister—Logan launched retaliatory raids across the region, killing nearly twenty settlers. After Lord Dunmore's War forced native groups to sue for peace, Logan delivered his famous "Logan's Lament" via translator John Gibson, declaring his personal vengeance satisfied and offering peace. (1)

In this podcast, John and Allen answer viewer and listener questions on a wide variety of topics—from how concerned we should be over AI's unrelenting expansion and whether the unseen realm can influence AI, to what it means to be a modern Desert Father or Mother, whether people could choose to rebel in the coming Kingdom, if God cares where we go to church, what the Eclipse of God warfare is, and if miscarriage is ever God's will.Show Notes: Listen to the Pause App here (www.pauseapp.com). Watch The AI Dilemma here (youtube.com/watch?v=xoVJKj8lcNQ). Watch the trailer for The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist here (youtube.com/watch?v=xkPbV3IRe4Y). The books referenced are Into the Quiet: Following Jesus in a World of Noise by John Mark Comer and That Hideous Strength by C. S. Lewis.Keywords: Technology, AI, Spiritual Warfare, Relationships, Q&A_______________________________________________There is more.Got a question you want answered on the podcast? Ask us at Questions@WildatHeart.orgSupport the mission or find more on our website:WildAtHeart.org  or on our app.Apple: Wild At Heart AppAndroid: Wild At Heart AppWatch on YouTubeThe stock music used in the Wild at Heart podcast is titled “When Laid to Rest” by Patrick Rundblad and available here.More pauses available in the One Minute Pause app for Apple iOS and Android.Apple: One Minute Pause AppAndroid: One Minute Pause App

Join us at our Celebration honoring Jim and Lynne Jackson on Thursday, September 24th, 2026. We'd love to have you with us! An occupational therapist and a youth worker walked into a basement with a few ideas about parenting and three kids willing to run the camera. Twenty-four years later, the Connected Families Framework™ has reached homes in 22 countries. In this first episode of a two-part series, Stacy Bellward sits down with co-founders Jim and Lynne Jackson, along with Director of Development Chad Hayenga, to mark a significant season for Connected Families. After more than two years of prayerful succession planning, Jim and Lynne are stepping back from day-to-day responsibilities and moving into the role of founders emeritus. It is a handing off to the next generation, done with care. They speak candidly about what it takes to release something you have poured your life into, share an honest update on Lynne’s health journey, and trace how a message born in a Minnesota basement started translating across cultures no one expected. You'll also hear the essence of the Framework, in their own words. Key Takeaways: Discover why parenting change starts in your heart, not in a new technique. Find relief if you’re tired of parenting advice that only adds to your to-do list. Learn the one simple idea to hold onto when you can’t remember the whole Framework. Take hope that God can use ordinary, unqualified people right where you are. Mentioned in this Podcast:  Matthew 23:26  Ephesians 1  1 Thessalonians 2:8  2 Corinthians 5:14  1 Corinthians 1:27  Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart online course  Parent Coaching Certification Program  Entitlement Fix online course  cf community  The Table Monthly Giving Program Lynne’s CaringBridge page  Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Guest Bio: Jim and Lynne Jackson are the Co-Founders of Connected Families in Plymouth, MN. With over 50 combined years of professionally helping families and a love for working in the church, Jim and Lynne have brought reliable, God-centered, research-based parenting resources to families since 2002.  Want to keep this conversation going? Join us inside the cf community — a faith-anchored, coach-supported space where parents grow together. Reflect on episodes like this one, ask hard questions, and celebrate the small wins alongside parents from around the world.

Everybody loves Carla Hall. Carla Hall is a chef and TV host who has appeared on many of our favorite food programs over the years, from Bravo's Top Chef to Fox's Next Level Baker. Her latest cookbook is also her first baking book—Carla Bakes: Sweet, Savory, and From the Heart. Today on the show, Carla stops by the studio to chat about all things baking, and what makes this book so special. Subscribe: ⁠⁠Apple, ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it actually mean to fight a spiritual war? In the second installment of Dissecting the Heart, Pierce Taylor Hibbs and Alfred Poirier explore David Powlison's approach to spiritual warfare, and why both secular psychology and deliverance ministries can miss the deepest battleground: the human heart. Rather than looking for demons to cast out or psychological explanations that remove human agency, Powlison returns to Scripture's ordinary but powerful pattern of spiritual warfare: repent, believe, and resist. Along the way, they discuss Satan as a “God mimic,” the absence of spiritual neutrality, the surprising hope found in calling sin what it is, and why sound theology must actually transform the way Christians live. The result is a vision of spiritual warfare that is less sensational than we might expect, but far more pervasive: a daily battle to turn from sin, trust the promises of Christ, and live by faith in the midst of a fallen world. You can preorder ⁠Dissecting the Heart here⁠. If you enjoy this episode, you can access tons of content just like this at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠wm.wts.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you would like to join us in our mission to train specialists in the Bible for Christ and His global church, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠wts.edu/donate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Thanks for listening!

Have you ever realized something in your life isn't working anymore—and then immediately felt overwhelmed by everything you'd have to change to make it better? Maybe you finally recognize how exhausted you are, how much you've been carrying, or a pattern in your work, relationships, or family that you can't unsee. And almost immediately, awareness becomes an assignment: Okay. So how do I fix all of this? But your inability to overhaul your entire life overnight isn't evidence that you can't change. In this final episode of Supporting Others Without Losing Yourself, therapist and speaker Danielle Ireland explores what actually happens after you recognize a pattern—and why knowing better doesn't mean a different response will immediately become available in real time. Using the image of a train already moving at full speed, Danielle explains why patterns reinforced over years need more than one breakthrough to change. Awareness isn't nothing. Awareness is the first pump of the brakes. We'll also explore what can happen when you've become so practiced at being useful to everyone else that you've lost touch with what you actually want—and a simple three-sentence practice for beginning to include yourself again: I feel. I need. I will. Not a complete reinvention. One degree. Because self-trust grows every time you hear yourself and respond. In This Episode Why recognizing a pattern doesn't mean you should already know how to change it How years of practice, relationships, and reinforcement create emotional momentum Why awareness can be understood as pumping the brakes, rather than failing to change fast enough What can happen when caring for everyone else disconnects you from your own wants and needs How to use "I feel → I need → I will" to make one small response that includes you Three Things to Take With You 1. Awareness doesn't need to immediately become an assignment. There is a difference between intellectually knowing something and having practiced a new response enough that it becomes available when you actually need it. Recognizing "Oh, I do this" matters—even if you do it again tomorrow. You cannot change a pattern you cannot see. Recognition is already part of the change. 2. You may need to remember what you want. If you've spent years becoming exceptionally good at being useful, responsible, accommodating, or aware of everyone else's needs, "What do I want?" can be surprisingly difficult to answer. The goal isn't to immediately make your ideal day happen. As Danielle says in the episode: "The point is not execution. The point is access." You're practicing having a desire before asking whether it's practical. 3. Make the change one degree smaller. Instead of asking yourself to reinvent your life, try: I feel: What is happening inside me? I need: What might this feeling be pointing toward? I will: What is one thing within my control that responds to what I just learned? Fifteen minutes of rest doesn't solve exhaustion. Five minutes alone in your car doesn't solve an overloaded life. That isn't the point. The important thing is: I noticed myself, and I responded. "Your needs don't have to win every time or make somebody lose, but they always deserve to be represented—especially by you." The Heart of This Conversation You don't have to change your whole life today. There is time and history behind the person you are now. Understanding why a pattern exists doesn't mean you have to stay there—it gives you the opportunity to respond from understanding and clarity rather than punishment. Maybe today's change is five minutes. Maybe it's one boundary. Maybe it's saying what you need even if someone else doesn't particularly like it. Maybe it's simply noticing: Oh. I'm doing that thing again. And instead of turning that recognition into evidence that you should know better, you pump the brakes. One degree at a time. A Gentle Reflection Think of one pattern you already know you want to change. Instead of asking: "Why am I still doing this?" Try: What am I feeling? What do I need? What is one thing I will do in response? Not the thing that fixes everything. The thing that lets you know: I heard myself. A Note From Danielle This three-part series grew directly out of my keynote and workshop Supporting Others Without Losing Yourself. It's a conversation I love bringing to companies, conferences, professional associations, women's groups, helping professionals, and therapists because the goal isn't to teach people to care less. It's to help people continue caring deeply without disappearing from their own lives in the process. That's the through-line Danielle names in the episode's speaking invitation and closing. If your people need this conversation, I'd love to bring it to them. Speaking inquiries: danielle@danielleireland.com About Don't Cut Your Own Bangs Don't Cut Your Own Bangs is the podcast for high-functioning humans with big feelings who want to understand themselves a little better—without turning self-improvement into another exhausting full-time job. Hosted by therapist, speaker, and storyteller Danielle Ireland, MSW, LCSW, each episode offers emotionally intelligent conversations, practical tools, and a little more room to feel → understand → do something different. Listen + Connect Website: https://danielleireland.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DontCutYourOwnBangs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dontcutyourownbangs The Treasured Journal: https://danielleireland.com/journal Wrestling a Walrus: https://danielleireland.com/wrestling-a-walrus Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VFZulonTvaa2HIPyJa4Tq Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-cut-your-own-bangs/id1427579922 Before You Go If this series helped you recognize something you've been carrying, follow Don't Cut Your Own Bangs wherever you're listening. And if someone came to mind while you were listening—someone who cares deeply and might be carrying a little too much—send this episode their way. Every follow, review, and share helps these conversations find the people who might need them.

You don't need a teacher, a classroom, or a perfect plan to start speaking English fluently — you need your own life. In this episode, you'll learn the simple 3-level method that turns what you already think about, do every day, and care about most into real, natural English you can actually use in conversations.We'll break down how to start with your Head (interests), Hands (daily life), and Heart (people you love)—then build each one into vocabulary, expressions, personal details, stories, and questions that make you sound like you (not like a textbook).3 takeaways you'll get from this episode:How to choose the right English starting point so you don't quit again (hint: stop studying a stranger's life).The “Rule of 3” framework to create endless speaking topics from your interests, routines, and relationships.A plug-and-play way to build fluency using 15 pieces of English per topic (words, phrases, details, experiences, and conversation questions).Press play and let's turn your life into your most powerful English study plan.If you want to sign up for the free English email newsletter, go to https://speakenglishwithtiffani.com/newsletter

What does it take for a corporate scientist with zero direct reports to land on a list dominated by business school professors and bestselling authors? That's the question Jayshree Seth had to answer for herself when she was named to the Thinkers50 Radar in 2025 — and her answer became a framework. In her third appearance on the show, Jayshree Seth, 3M's Chief Science Advocate and now-published trilogy author, returns to catch listeners up on a remarkable stretch: a Thinkers50 keynote, a panel alongside Amy Edmondson, an HBR collaboration on trust and AI, and the release of her third book, The Heart of Science: Engineering Blueprint. The conversation moves through several of Jayshree's signature acronym-driven frameworks. There's METRICS-OPTICS-RUBRICS-ENERGETICS, born from reflecting on how she — an engineer with no traditional management credentials — ended up on a list built for management thinkers. There's the "three Cs" that block innovation: copy-pasting, catchphrositis, and cherry-picking, delivered as her Thinkers50 keynote. And there's VIABLE, her personal-branding framework built around voice and visibility, image and impact, backstory and behaviors, and experience and exposure. Beyond the frameworks, this is a conversation about the mechanics of building a reputation from inside a technical role. Jayshree traces the specific chain of relationships — a mention in David Epstein's book Range, an introduction to Rita McGrath, an eventual collaboration with Amy Edmondson on psychological safety and "intelligent failure" applied to human-AI trust — that turned an internal 3M scientist into an external voice cited in Harvard Business Review and Fast Company. Bill and Jayshree also dig into what it means to write a book for three different audiences at once — emerging thought leaders, established experts, and Hall of Fame-level veterans — and why friction in that process is often a sign you're doing it right. The episode closes with a reflection on responsibility: once you have an audience, thought leadership isn't a hobby, it's a discipline that has to coexist with a full-time job. If you've ever wondered whether your expertise "counts" as thought leadership because it didn't come with a traditional credential, this one's for you.     Three Key Takeaways: • Being different can be your competitive advantage, not a liability. Jayshree's METRICS-OPTICS-RUBRICS-ENERGETICS framework argues that outsiders to a field — like an engineer among management thinkers — don't need to conform to existing rubrics. Changing the measurement, the framing, and the energy you bring can alter who gets to lead a conversation. • Reaching out to "inaccessible" experts is a discipline, not a gamble. Jayshree's collaborations with Amy Edmondson, Rita McGrath, and others didn't start with credentials — they started with cold outreach after reading an article or hearing a podcast. The lesson: most thought leaders are more accessible than they appear, and it's okay if they say no. • A personal brand for thought leadership rests on delivery, not image. Her VIABLE framework (voice/visibility, image/impact, backstory/behaviors, experience/exposure) puts the emphasis on tangible results and consistent values over aesthetics — visibility only amplifies a brand that already has substance behind it.   This episode isn't just an interview — it's a live example of the ideas in Bill's brand-new book, The Thought Leadership Handbook, co-written with Peter Winick and Naren Aryal. Jayshree's journey — from in-house corporate scientist to Thinkers50 Radar honoree — is practically a case study for the book's core idea: that thought leadership follows identifiable patterns, not luck. In fact, the book itself draws on more than 700 conversations from this very podcast, and organizes those stories into five thought leadership "avatars" — Jayshree's path as an In-House Expert turned public voice fits right into that framework. If her VIABLE branding model resonated with you, the Handbook goes deeper into exactly how experts like her make that leap from personal effort to public influence. Pick up The Thought Leadership Handbook: How the Experts Elevate Their Big Ideas — And How You Can Too, by Bill Sherman, Peter Winick, and Naren Aryal, wherever books are sold — including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Amplify Publishing Group's website.

In Jeremiah babies are central to the plans and purposes of God. In this message we look together at how babies represent both the problems and the blessings that God wants to address today. Please note: This message discusses the issue of abortion, both the sin that it is and the hope that Jesus offers. If abortion – or a pregnancy in difficult circumstances – is part of your story, we want to walk with you in this. For prayer and counsel as you process this sermon, contact Christie Thompson, Calvary Care Ministry Assistant at (616)956-5628 to make an appointment. We have staff and congregants who understand difficult journeys and want to come alongside you. For men and women who have abortion as part of their story, you can find more information and support at Garden of Hope. For women facing a pregnancy in the midst of difficult circumstances, consider joining Flourish – our Bible study for single moms of small children. This group will help you connect with other resources of the church as well. Contact Sheri at (616)956-5524 to learn more. You can also find support and resources through Calvary's community partner, Alpha Grand Rapids. For those grieving a miscarriage or the loss of an infant, Hannah's Heart is a Calvary ministry provides comfort and support for women, couples, and families. They would be so honored to walk with you and encourage you on this incredibly difficult journey. Contact hannahsheart@calvarygr.org. Jim Samra | Minister & Senior Pastor This was recorded live in Grand Rapids, MI on September 20, 2026

CheckoutThe God Centered Concept Academy Training Community to learn what growth in Christ isTUVU CommunitiesCheck out this link to view Kingdom Cross Roads on TV.https://jesussaid.tv/?affiliate=tswright_gccTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.Right to the Heart of HomeKaren Whiting, author of 30+ books and writing/marketing coachwww.karenwhiting.com Growing a Mothers Heart, Golden Scroll AwardThe One Year My Princess Devotions, Christian Retailing Best Award, Children's nonfictionStories of Faith & Courage from the Home Front, Gold medal, Military Writers of America Gold MedalGrowing a Mother's Heart Bible Study, Golden Scroll Bible Study of the YearGrowing a Peaceful Heart, Golden Scroll Award52 Weekly Devotions for Family Prayer, Golden Scroll Education Book of the YearAWSA (Advance Writers and SpeakersAssociation of 1100+Christian Women) Board of Directors, content coordinator

Rashmi Airan is a globally recognized keynote speaker, transformation expert, and former attorney whose story of resilience, accountability, and reinvention has inspired leaders and organizations around the world.A graduate of Columbia Law School, Rashmi built a successful career as an attorney, Wall Street investment banker, entrepreneur, and business leader before a series of decisions resulted in a federal prison sentence.Today, Rashmi uses that experience to help leaders navigate pressure, uncertainty, and ethical challenges with greater clarity and integrity. Through her Rise Through It™ framework, she helps individuals and teams strengthen resilience, self-awareness, trust, and values-driven leadership.SHOW SUMMARYIn this episode of Selling from the Heart, Larry Levine and Darrell Amy welcome Rashmi Airan for a powerful conversation about ethical drift, achievement, pressure, and the decisions sales professionals make when the stakes are high.Rashmi shares how her identity became tied to achievement and how financial uncertainty and the pressure to succeed influenced decisions that eventually changed the course of her life.She explains how fear can disguise itself as ambition, urgency, creativity, or aggressive problem-solving—making it easier to rationalize decisions that no longer align with our values.Rashmi introduces her Clarity Loop, four questions designed to create space between pressure and action: What am I feeling? What story am I telling myself? What matters most? What choice can I own later?Ultimately, this episode challenges sales professionals to pursue performance without sacrificing alignment, integrity, or the ability to look back and own the decisions they made.KEY TAKEAWAYSIntegrity rarely collapses—it drifts. Small compromises can gradually move us away from our values.Pressure can disguise fear as ambition. What looks like urgency or aggressive problem-solving may be driven by something deeper.Create space between pressure and action. A brief pause can change the trajectory of a high-stakes decision.Use the Clarity Loop. Ask: What am I feeling? What story am I telling myself? What matters most? What choice can I own later?Move from performance to alignment. Results matter, but they shouldn't determine which values you're willing to compromise.Practice moral humility. Recognize that anyone can drift under the right circumstances.Make disagreement safe. Healthy cultures need people who are willing and able to challenge decisions without fear of punishment.HIGHLIGHT QUOTESWe all have an inner voice. We all have a moral compass.We need people to disagree with us.If we're acting out of alignment with who we are or what we believe, that's where the bad decisions happen.Integrity rarely collapses, it drifts.What choice can I own later?ADDITIONAL RESOURCESExplore the secrets of heart-centered leadership and thriving workplace cultures with Culture from the Heart Podcast! Nominate a visionary CEO at https://culturefromtheheart.com/HomeGet Larry's New Book: Selling Food from the Heart, https://a.co/d/07dzlMx8Subscribe to The Selling from the Heart Podcast Youtube Channel! Stay updated with the latest episodes and leadership tips: https://www.youtube.com/c/sellingfromtheheart/Get Your Daily Dose of Inspiration:https://www.sellingfromtheheart.net/daily

Do we really dwell upon the fullness of God's love for us in Christ? How much have we grasped the freeness of divine grace? In a sermon of almost relentless focus and intensity, Spurgeon insists upon the freeness of God's grace, of his grace upon grace. He first considers the things the things which are freely given to us by God, ranging across salvation in all its fulness, and concluding with the crowning blessing, which is God giving himself—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—to his chosen ones. However, there is grace upon grace, for not only are these things given, but God also gives us the power to receive them! We could never have grasped these blessings unless the Lord in his mercy had given us grace to receive his grace. However, there is again grace upon grace, for not only do we receive grace to receive grace, but the Spirit also graciously gives us the knowledge of these things, a saving, experiential knowledges of them. With this goes a particular warning, too, about the spirit of the world which contends against the Spirit of God, a spirit which we cannot entertain if we are to receive these blessings. So we come into true possession of “the things that have been freely given to us by God” (1Cor 2:12). Read the sermon here: https://www.mediagratiae.org/resources/grace-for-grace Check out the new From the Heart of Spurgeon Book! British: https://amzn.to/48rV1OR American: https://amzn.to/48oHjft Connect with the Reading Spurgeon Community on Twitter! https://twitter.com/ReadingSpurgeon Sign up to get the weekly readings emailed to you: https://www.mediagratiae.org/podcasts-1/from-the-heart-of-spurgeon. Check out other Media Gratiae podcasts at www.mediagratiae.org Download the Media Gratiae App: https://subsplash.com/mediagratiae/app

Niko Moreno joins Jeremiah to talk about Paul Rothrock's injury and the roster impact they think it will have. They also discuss how that injury and the litany of others will likely lead to some sort of reckoning in the offseason. The two also discuss the rise of Peter Kingston and preview the Rapids game.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube.Sponsor

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is more prevalent and deadlier than most cancers combined, yet over 30% of Americans have never heard of it. Why? Textbook symptoms like leg pain, cramping, and slowed walking are routinely misdiagnosed as normal aging or joint issues. On this edition of The Heart of Innovation on KDOW, we partner with CPC Clinical Research to announce the full launch of the PAD Patient Registry. Learn how pilot data revealed critical gaps in care and how this living, real-time registry allows patients to document their real-time journey to shape the future of vascular medicine. Take Action:

Niko Moreno joins Jeremiah to talk about Paul Rothrock's injury and the roster impact they think it will have. They also discuss how that injury and the litany of others will likely lead to some sort of reckoning in the offseason. The two also discuss the rise of Peter Kingston and preview the Rapids game.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube.Sponsor

Mayor Mamdani wants to change the landscaping on parts of Park Avenue in New York. Pete Hegseth wants military soldiers to have great health, including having big muscle mass and more. Democrat John Fetterman had some words to say about what Macklemore said during the recent Ed Sheeran concert about antisemitism. Patriots owner Robert Kraft has officially announced that Macklemore can't perform at Gillette Stadium over his antisemitic comments. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews Roger Friedman from Showbiz 411. Roger and Mark dive into how Ed Sheeran appears to be paying the consequences of Macklemore's comments and the controversy surrounding his antisemitic remarks. Bruce Springsteen doesn't have an opening act. Duncan Sheik, composer of “Spring Awakening” and singer of “Barely Breathing,” has passed away at the age of 56. Woody Allen is making a new movie! “Heart of the Beast,” featuring Brad Pitt, is a movie Roger highly recommends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The United Nations General Assembly has kicked off, but world leaders will make their way to Manhattan next week, which could cause a major traffic nightmare in NYC. Mayor Mamdani is in the spotlight as Bibi Netanyahu is coming to NYC after the Mayor called for him to be arrested. Mark breaks down the reasons why all of the world leaders get together for this. Congress is off for six weeks as of right now, as the AI issues ramp up for the U.S. Mark breaks down how the owners of some of the biggest AI companies are very left-wing. Jeffrey Epstein didn't like President Trump, as the files continue to rain down on Trump. Warren Buffett is officially stepping down as the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. Warren's son, Howard Buffett, will be the chairman of the board. President Trump has a big decision to make when it comes to the war in Iran before the midterms happen. Hollywood tends to love AI due to how advanced the technology is with graphics. Mayor Mamdani wants to change the landscaping on parts of Park Avenue in New York. Pete Hegseth wants military soldiers to have great health, including having big muscle mass and more. Democrat John Fetterman had some words to say about what Macklemore said during the recent Ed Sheeran concert about antisemitism. Patriots owner Robert Kraft has officially announced that Macklemore can't perform at Gillette Stadium over his antisemitic comments. Mark interviews Roger Friedman from Showbiz 411. Roger and Mark dive into how Ed Sheeran appears to be paying the consequences of Macklemore's comments and the controversy surrounding his antisemitic remarks. Bruce Springsteen doesn't have an opening act. Duncan Sheik, composer of “Spring Awakening” and singer of “Barely Breathing,” has passed away at the age of 56. Woody Allen is making a new movie! “Heart of the Beast,” featuring Brad Pitt, is a movie Roger highly recommends. The USA looks to be ahead of China when it comes to the AI race. Bernie Sanders was firm in saying years ago that AI would allegedly hurt us a lot and possibly kill us, but we are still here. Mark explains a special trick to help you with your eyes. Gen Zers are moving to cities other than Los Angeles and New York City due to the cost of living. Mark interviews plastic surgeon and WOR weekend host Dr. Arthur Perry. It's facelift season, and Dr. Perry explains how the procedure works and how long it lasts. Marijuana allegedly increases male breast size. Dr. Oz will be joining Dr. Perry's show Saturday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roger and Mark dive into how Ed Sheeran appears to be paying the consequences of Macklemore's comments and the controversy surrounding his antisemitic remarks. Bruce Springsteen doesn't have an opening act when he performs. Duncan Sheik, composer of “Spring Awakening” and singer of “Barely Breathing,” has passed away at the age of 56. Woody Allen is making a new movie! “Heart of the Beast,” featuring Brad Pitt, is a movie Roger highly recommends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whatever season of life you're in, whichever generation you belong to, no matter what you've been through, we need what you have to offer. Holley reminds us that now, more than ever, we're better together.  Resources365 Truths for Every Woman's Heart by Holley (download a free excerpt at HolleyGerth.com/365) 

The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing for the New England Patriots in Week 2 of the 2026 regular season, and there is plenty to discuss before the game kicks off at Gillette Stadium. What are the keys to victory for the black-and-gold to get off to a 2-0 start? All that on the Friday "Let's Ride" with host Jeff Hartman as he welcomes Coach Kevin Smith for the Coach's Corner segment, the latest injury report, weekly parlay, and the Hart to Heart. This podcast is a part of the Steel Curtain Network, a proud member of the Fans First Sports Network. Check out Meinelschmidt Distillery at ⁠meineldistillery.com⁠ and use the code KICKOFF2026 to save 10% at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stop Saying "Not Yet": It's Not Too Late to Change What have you gotten so used to that you don't even see it anymore? From 2004 to 2012, Rob Skinner worked as a realtor while planting a church in Ashland, Oregon. Whenever someone bought a fixer-upper, he gave them one piece of advice: Fix the problems right away. Why? Because human beings have an incredible ability to get used to almost anything. The cracked tile that drives you crazy when you first move in eventually becomes your cracked tile. You stop noticing it. Rob shares an unforgettable illustration from John Kotter and Dan Cohen's The Heart of Change: if you leave something unfixed long enough, eventually you could get used to stepping over the proverbial "dead body in the living room." And we don't just do this with houses. We do it with our: marriages character spiritual lives health finances relationships dreams ministries callings We live with something for so long that eventually we stop seeing it. What's Your Unfinished Foundation? In the book of Haggai, God's people returned to Jerusalem excited to rebuild the temple. They restored worship. They laid the foundation. Then opposition came. The work became difficult. They got discouraged. And they stopped. One year passed. Then two. Five. Ten. Eventually, roughly 16 years had passed. Imagine walking by that unfinished temple foundation every day. At first: "We need to finish that." Years later: "We really should get around to that someday." Eventually? You barely notice it. The unfinished foundation has become part of the scenery. That's what can happen in our lives. Maybe you once intended to deal with your temper, bitterness, lust, selfishness or lack of discipline. Maybe there's an issue in your marriage that you and your spouse have learned to work around rather than resolve. Maybe you once dreamed about having a vibrant relationship with God, knowing your Bible, helping people and making a difference. Maybe it's your health. Your finances. The book you wanted to write. The business you wanted to start. The church you wanted to plant. The person you wanted to mentor. The relationship you wanted to repair. You didn't necessarily decide it wasn't important. You just started saying: "Not yet." Two Dangerous Words: "Not Yet" God's people didn't say they would never rebuild the temple. They said: "The time has not yet come to rebuild the Lord's house." — Haggai 1:2 Not yet. I'll work on my marriage—but not yet. I'll deal with my finances—but not yet. I'll get serious about my health—but not yet. I'll deal with that sin—but not yet. I'll pursue that dream—but not yet. When work slows down. When the kids get older. When I have more money. When I'm less stressed. When life settles down. But life rarely settles down. And "not yet" has a nasty habit of turning into "never." What Does Your Life Say Matters? Haggai challenges God's people: "Give careful thought to your ways." Don't just look at what you say matters. Look at what you're actually doing. Look at your calendar. Look at your spending. Look at your attention. Look at your energy. What gets the first and best part of you? Does the way you're living match what you say matters most? Jesus didn't say to seek only God's kingdom. He said: "Seek first his kingdom and his righteousness." — Matthew 6:33 Something has to come first. If you wait to give the most important things the time that's left over, there probably won't be any time left. 16 Years of Delay. 23 Days to Change. Here's the hopeful part of Haggai. The people had procrastinated for approximately 16 years. Then Haggai challenged them to reconsider their ways. They listened. They repented. They obeyed. And 23 days later, they were building again. Their circumstances didn't change first. They did. They still had jobs. Bills. Families. Opposition. Hard work. What changed was their priorities. And then God told them: "I am with you." He stirred their spirits and they got to work. Maybe we've been waiting for that sequence to happen backward. "When I feel motivated, I'll exercise." "When I feel close to God, I'll pray." "When I feel passionate, I'll share my faith." "When I feel creative, I'll write." "When I feel ready, I'll have the difficult conversation." But maybe you shouldn't wait until you feel stirred to obey. Obey—and see what gets stirred. Put on your shoes. Open your Bible. Make the phone call. Schedule the appointment. Apologize. Write the first paragraph. Make the budget. Submit the application. Pick up the hammer. Take the first step. Find Your "Dead Body" When this episode ends, take ten quiet minutes and ask: What's the "dead body" in my living room? What have I gotten so accustomed to that I barely see it anymore? What's my unfinished foundation? And where have I been saying: "Not yet"? Don't make a list of ten things. Pick one. Then do something about it in the next 24 hours. Because 16 years of procrastination can become 23 days of transformation. Your past delay does not have to determine your future. You haven't missed your opportunity simply because you've waited. The unfinished foundation is still there. And as long as you're alive, you can pick up the hammer again. Have a great day—and make this life count.

Have you ever wondered whether the small, repetitive things you're doing actually matter? Maybe missionary work, school, dating, motherhood, personal growth, or simply showing up for your life has started to feel like a grind. You may not feel motivated, inspired, or especially confident, but you keep putting one foot in front of the other. In this episode, I'm sharing some tender, off-the-cuff thoughts about consistency, missionary discouragement, and the impact of continuing to show up. We'll explore why consistency doesn't have to look the same for everyone, why going through the motions can sometimes be enough, and why the "ugh" part of doing hard things doesn't mean that something has gone wrong. I want to remind you that your small efforts matter, even when you can't immediately see the results. Every lesson, conversation, workout, social event, late-night feeding, podcast episode, or seemingly insignificant act becomes another grain of sand. Over time, those grains build your character, your relationships, and your life's work. My hope is that you feel seen in whatever grind you're currently experiencing and find the strength to keep going. As always, if you found this episode helpful, I want to invite you to subscribe if you aren't already, share this episode with your friends and missionaries you know, and write a review. I know this work will help LDS missionaries around the world and it would mean so much to me if you did. Until next week my friends.   00:00 – Introduction 00:56 – Speaking from the Heart 02:19 – Restore Connect and a Podcast Request 05:10 – Consistency Can Look Different for Everyone 06:54 – Why Your Small Efforts Matter 09:21 – When Life Feels Like Groundhog Day 11:37 – Building Character and a Body of Work 12:52 – The "Ugh" Part Doesn't Go Away 14:52 – Sometimes You Have to Grind It Out 17:12 – The Grind Matters, Even When It Doesn't Feel Like It   Website | Instagram | Facebook   5 Ways to Process Any Less-Than Happy Mission Memories Article: HERE   Get the Full Show Notes and Text/PDF Transcripts: HERE   Free PDF Download:  Podcast Roadmap   Free PDF Download:  Preparing Missionary Cheat Sheet   Free Training for Preparing Missionaries:  Change Your Mission with this One Tool   RM Transition Free Video Series:  3 Tools to Help RMs in Their Transition Home   Free Guide:  5 Tips to Help Any Returning Missionary   Schedule a Free Strategy Call:   Click Here   Don't forget to grab your tickets to Restore Connect 2026 put on by Faith Matters.  You can use my code:  JENNIE to get 10% off your ticket. https://www.faithmatters.org/p/announcing-the-restoreconnect-agenda  

What happens when you stop talking about evangelism and actually go share your faith?In this episode, Brian takes the Gospel to Monument Circle in downtown Indianapolis and has a real conversation with a man named Bill.No script. No staging. No perfect evangelism moment.Just one Christian, one conversation, and one opportunity to talk about Jesus.Share Your Faith Friday! is about bringing you into real-world evangelism as it actually happens. You'll hear the conversations, the opportunities, the awkward moments, and the things Brian could have done better.Because we don't need perfect evangelists. We need faithful Christians willing to open their mouths and proclaim the Gospel.So listen in, learn from the conversation, and then take the next step yourself.Have a Heart & Go Share Your Faith!Romans 1:16 (ESV):“For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.”

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Try the BibleACTS app!: https://bibleacts.goodbarber.app/subscribe Shop "Cut to the Heart" apparel: https://cut2theheart.com In **Acts 17**, Paul continues preaching the gospel across the ancient world—reasoning from the Scriptures, facing opposition, and eventually standing in Athens to proclaim the true God to a culture filled with idols. This chapter gives us a powerful example of how Christians can **know the Scriptures, test what they hear, and communicate the gospel to people who see the world very differently.** In this episode, we discuss: * Paul reasoning from the Scriptures that Jesus is the Christ * The opposition Paul and Silas faced in Thessalonica * Why the Bereans were called more noble * Examining the Scriptures daily to test what we're taught * Paul's reaction to the idolatry throughout Athens * Sharing the gospel in a culture with completely different beliefs * Paul's famous message about the "unknown god" * God as Creator and His relationship to humanity * God's command for all people everywhere to repent * The resurrection of Jesus and coming judgment * The different responses people had to Paul's preaching Acts 17 challenges believers to be both **grounded in Scripture and prepared to communicate the truth to the culture around us**. Like the Bereans, we should examine what we're taught against God's Word—and like Paul, we should be ready to boldly proclaim Christ wherever God places us. Watch, listen, and grow in your faith — and subscribe for more verse-by-verse Bible teaching, podcast discussions, and biblical commentary. #Acts17 #BibleStudy #Bereans #Paul #UnknownGod #Athens #EarlyChurch #ChristianPodcast #BibleCommentary #VerseByVerse

Had the pleasure of speaking with independent professional wrestler Nahir Robles! On episode 332, we discussed becoming a fan, training, favorite opponents, suicide prevention, and more. Follow Nahir here: https://linktr.ee/nahirrobles?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwKuZZFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp2zLP0t1vMaM6LJAdGvcR9QC_FEyKl0mI Purchase your copy of Champions for a Cause: Volume One here: https://www.amazon.com/Champions-Caus... My deals and discounts: Old Glory (15% Off)

Director Ben Masters joins Filmmaker Mixer to take us behind the making of Deep in the Heart 2: Texas Rivers, the highly anticipated sequel to Deep in the Heart: A Texas Wildlife Story. Ben shares how his team spent three years filming mountain lions, river otters, snapping turtles, whooping cranes, and the waterways that connect Texas wildlife.We dig into wildlife cinematography, working with unpredictable subjects, shaping years of footage into an 80-minute documentary, collaborating with narrator Ethan Hawke, and using filmmaking to create meaningful conservation impact. Deep in the Heart 2: Texas Rivers arrives in theaters September 25, 2026.

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Life as a man can be tough...We get flooded with messages on who to be & how to act, all while we carry the constant pressure to lead, provide & perform.And so, as a response, we adapt...At the extremes, certain men do this by cutting themselves off from qualities in themselves that are considered masculine, because the narrative is that masculinity or being masculine is toxic.Other men swing to the other extreme, cutting themselves off from qualities like gentleness and openheartedness, being told that such qualities are effeminate, weak or non-masculine.Both sides of the spectrum learn what lets them stay part of the tribe, keeps them relevant, and gets their needs met.Another way to say this is we learn what works and gets us results...But in all the men I've spoken to, this has come with a heavy price...Somewhere along the way of becoming somebody for everybody else, they've cut themselves off from essential aspects of themselves and became a nobody to themselves.Eventually, the ways that they've adapted from who they are, the very things that might have brought them external success, begin to backfire:The closeness and intimacy you once had in your relationship is no longer there, and you don't know why.Conflicts are increasing, and you feel at a loss for what your partner is really asking from you.You feel tired because you perceive you're doing everything you can, and it's still not enough. She's still not happy.You react in ways that you're not proud of, but don't know how to respond differently.No matter how much you achieve, it's difficult to separate your worth from what you do. And with that, it never feels like enough.And perhaps you now stand there, realizing you have everything you said you've always wanted, asking yourself, "Is this really it?"The question is:How can you lead a life that you don't feel you need to escape from?How can you create a life that's worth living?A life where you don't just feel like a leader in your business or vocation, but in every area of your life, whether it's your personal, love, or work life.Where you can look yourself in the mirror at the end of the day, look yourself in the eyes, and say:"I am proud of you."And really mean it.Heart of Man is my answer.This channel is for the man ready to reclaim who he is at his core & learn what it means to live fully embodied in leadership, love and life.Who wants to move powerfully through the world, no longer using his compensations as a crutch to appear strong, but rather wants to know how he can lead with embodied strength by being deeply in contact with who he is.Join men's relationship coach & breathwork teacher Alex Lehmann in raw conversations with world-class leaders in men's work, relationships, intimacy and embodiment, exploring an integrated path for the modern man.

(00:00) The game of Heart to Heart with Andy Hart - he does better than anyone could have guessed getting more than ½ right. Paul Perillo also joins the show to give his answers on Heart to Heart!(16:42.68) NESN reporter Tom Caron is concerned the Red Sox are limping into the postseason. Time to break out the crystal ball and look into the future, what will the future of the bullpen look like with Crochet's impending return and Caron's exciting weekend with Fred. (31:20.02) UNC and Bill Belichick's most recent debacle and what is the future for UNC's football program after this year?Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.CONNECT WITH TOUCHER & HARDY: linktr.ee/ToucherandHardyFor the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're made to share life with other women. We talk about the joys as well as challenges of that in this conversation. We also explore how we can find our people, what helps when we do end up getting hurt, and practical ways to keep our relationships strong. Resources365 Truths for Every Woman's Heart by Holley (download a free excerpt at HolleyGerth.com/365)  

In Triage, acclaimed author and playwright Claudia Rankine uses prose, poetry and art images to challenge the ways we look at friendship and memory, action and obligation. Claudia joined us live from B&N Upper West Side to talk about narrative, lyric poetry, interiority, and broadening the collective we with host Miwa Messer. This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Miwa Messer and mixed by Harry Liang. New episodes land Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional Saturdays) here and on your favorite podcast app. Featured Books: Triage by Claudia Rankine Citizen: An American Lyric by Claudia Rankine Just Us: An American Conversation by Claudia Rankine Don't Let Me Be Lonely: An American Lyric by Claudia Rankine The White Card by Claudia Rankine Solutions for the Problem of Bodies in Space by Catherine Barnett Gaza in My Phone by Mazen Kerbaj William Kentridge: Milestones: At the Heart of Creation by William Kentridge Anarchitecture After Everything by Jack Halberstam Black Formations: Poetics of Refusal Within the African Diaspora by Melody Howse 

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme, “It's Complicated!” filled with amazing stories! Marcus Warner, Stasi Eldredge, and Dr. Drew Dickens joined us today. Marcus Warner, the co-author of “The 4 Habits of Joy-Filled People,” and host of “The Four Habits of Joy Filled People Podcast,” discussed the nature of joy and how to rewire your brain for a joy-filled life. Then Stasi Eldredge, cofounder of “Wild at Heart” and author of “The Ladder of Love,” shared how to heal emotionally and build spiritual intimacy with Jesus. Finally, our regular guest, Dr. Drew Dickens, an AI expert, provided the latest update on AI, including how to approach it cautiously and some of the tools he designed. You can hear the highlights of today’s program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:Stasi Eldredge [ 06:45 ]Dr. Drew Dickens [ 16:11 ]Marcus Warner [ 28:38 ]Devotional [ 38:26 ]Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all struggle with control. We want to control outcomes, other people's choices, and what comes next. And when that burden becomes exhausting, we're often told to just “trust God” or “let go and let God.” But sometimes control isn't a power grab. Sometimes we try to manage people and circumstances precisely because we're responsible, capable, and caring—and because painful experiences have taught us to prepare for the worst. This week, Lysa TerKeurst joins Haley and Dustin to discuss her new book, Making Peace with What I Can't Control. Lysa is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and president and chief visionary officer of Proverbs 31 Ministries. She has walked her own long road through trauma, codependency, and the lingering anxiety that can show up as a need to manage everything and everyone. Lysa explains how trauma and fear can fuel our need for control, how the story of Judas challenged her desire to force an outcome, and what surrendering to God really means. If you feel responsible for managing people or situations, this conversation will help you understand what may be happening beneath the surface—and how to make peace with what you can't control.   Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.   So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.   Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.   Listen in  --------------   Resources from Lysa TerKeurst Get Lysa's new book, Making Peace with What I Can't Control: https://tinyurl.com/2wyawm46  Learn more about Haven Place Ministries: https://www.instagram.com/_havenplace/  Learn more about Lysa, her ministry, and resources: https://lysaterkeurst.com/    Hope for the Heart resources   Join us this fall at the Hope Together Conference! Learn more and sign up here: https://hopetogether.com/    Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart    Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/    Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/    Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night     God's plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you      Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://hopefortheheart.donorsupport.co/page/hope-talks  -------------- Bible verses mentioned in this episode   2 Timothy 1:7 — "For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline." Matthew 26:25 — "Then Judas, the one who would betray him, said, 'Surely you don't mean me, Rabbi?' Jesus answered, 'You have said so.'" Mark 10:21–22 — "Jesus looked at him and loved him. 'One thing you lack,' he said… At this the man's face fell. He went away sad, because he had great wealth."

(September 15, 2026 - Hour Two)Tonight on The BBQ Central Show, host Greg Rempe lines up another massive broadcast spanning personal style upgrades, the business of barbecue, and deep-in-the-heart Texas pitmaster royalty.First, we welcome Lindsay Cole from Hair By Lindsay. We're stepping away from the smoker for a segment as Lindsay walks us through the entire process of my upcoming toupee installation next Monday. We'll discuss what to expect, daily maintenance, and the confidence boost that comes with a fresh new look.Next, monthly guest Wes Wright, the Founder and CEO of CookOut News, joins the show. Wes brings his background in finance and mechanical engineering to the table as we break down the latest BBQ business happenings, industry acquisitions, and the financial trends shaping the outdoor cooking landscape.In our second hour, we sit down with quarterly guest Daniel Vaughn, the Barbecue Editor for Texas Monthly. Widely known as one of the most influential voices in barbecue, Daniel stops by to talk all things beef, what's happening on the ground in Texas, upcoming events, and the state of the barbecue union.______________________________________________9:14pm - Segment 1: Lindsay Cole – Hair By Lindsay & The New LookThe Big Reveal: Lindsay details the step-by-step process for my upcoming toupee installation next Monday.Maintenance & Care: What it takes to keep the new hair looking fresh, dealing with the elements (and grill smoke), and the best products to use.Style and Confidence: A look at the consultation process and how a great hair replacement system changes the game.9:35pm - Segment 2: Wes Wright – CookOut News & Industry InsightsThe Business of BBQ: Wes dives into the latest news and financial shifts hitting the outdoor cooking and grill manufacturing sectors.Mergers & Trends: Breaking down recent acquisitions, supply chain impacts, and what it all means for the consumer.Engineering the Perfect Grill: How Wes's mechanical engineering background influences his coverage of new grill releases and hardware reviews.10:14pm - Segment 3: Daniel Vaughn – Texas Monthly & Barbecue RoyaltyDeep in the Heart of Texas: Daniel gives us the lay of the land on the current Texas barbecue scene and which joints are pushing the envelope.Where's the Beef?: A deep dive into brisket trends, beef pricing, and how pitmasters are adapting to fluctuating meat costs.On the Horizon: A preview of upcoming BBQ festivals, events, and what Daniel is looking out for as he travels the country tasting the best smoked meats available.

How to Create a Message People Remember and Repeat The Art and Heart of Memorable Communication Episode 322 (Sam is based in Texas) (repeat of episode 15) In this conversation with Sam Horn we explore: how to create a phrase that pays why repeatable messages produce better results how to identify the action you want from your audience why a strong message starts with one clear sentence how alliteration makes language more memorable why rhythm and rhyme help words remain accessible how cadence gives a phrase musicality why pauses allow important words to stand out how to introduce yourself so people remember your name why strong words can fall flat when the delivery lacks emotion how vocal variety strengthens a presentation why experienced speakers must resist automatic delivery how empathy creates congruence between words and emotion why communication requires craft, art and heart ----- About our guest, Sam Horn: Sam is the author of 10 books including, Tongue Fu!, POP!, Talking on Eggshells and SOMEDAY is Not a Day in the Week. Her Linkedin Learning course has recevieded 353,000 five-star-reviews. She helps people craft clear, actionable3 communications. Learn more at https://samhorn.com/ ----- Key Learning Points from this conversation: Decide what action you want people to take or what change you want them to make. Condense your central message into one clear sentence. Give your audience language they can remember and repeat. Use alliteration to make words flow more naturally. Put words into a beat so they become easier to repeat. Use rhyme and cadence to help a message remain in the listener's mind. Pause before an important phrase and deliver each word with intention. Pronounce your name clearly so people can remember and repeat it. Match your tone and emotional delivery to the meaning of your words. Mark important presentations like a musical score to create vocal variety. Approach a familiar presentation as if your audience were hearing it for the first time. Combine the craft of language with presence, empathy and genuine interest. ----- ----more---- Your Intended Message is the podcast about how you can boost your career and business success by honing your communication skills. We'll examine the aspects of how we communicate one-to-one, one to few and one to many – plus that important conversation, one to self. In these interviews we will explore presentation skills, public speaking, conversation, persuasion, negotiation, sales conversations, marketing, team meetings, social media, branding, self talk and more.   Your host is George Torok George is a specialist in communication skills. Especially presentation. He's fascinated by the links between communication and influencing behaviors. He delivers training and coaching programs to help leaders and promising professionals deliver the intended message for greater success.   Connect with George www.SpeechCoachforExecutives.com https://superiorpresentations.net/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgetorokpresentations/ https://www.youtube.com/user/presentationskill  

The Heart of Close Friendships (Season 6 | Episode 256) In our latest episode, I had the incredible honor of sitting down with three of my dearest friends: Shelley, Revi and Marianne. Together, we discussed a deeply meaningful topic that I recently wrote a book about: the five doors of friendship. These five doors include play, inspiration, generosity, value alignment, and creative alchemy. For this specific conversation, we decided to hang out by the first three doors, exploring how they impact our connections as we age. “Trading an ’empty’ nest for an ‘open’ one” “The five doors of friendship” “The liberating power of play” “Generosity of opinion” “Play is the ultimate form of research” Door 1: The Liberating Power of Play The first door we opened was Play, which is fundamentally about the freedom to truly be yourself and invite others into that shared joy. As we get older, we can easily get trapped in our heads, overthink things, and take our adult lives far too seriously. Opening the door to play means letting go of those inhibitions, whether that looks like playing pickleball, dancing, or even rolling down a meadow in our 60s! It is a wonderfully liberating surrender that brings immense laughter and instantly connects us. We also touched on how play serves as a profound catalyst for discovery and creativity in our later years. There is a brilliant idea attributed to Einstein that perfectly captures this: “Play is the ultimate form of research.” By embracing our silly, playful spirits, we actually open ourselves up to trying new things and stepping completely out of our comfort zones. Having friends who are willing to just drop the serious act and be a little foolish with you is a true gift that keeps life fresh. Door 2: Finding Mutual Inspiration Next, we stepped through the door of Inspiration, reflecting on how our relationships actively breathe new life into us. Inspiration can come from watching a friend courageously cross a new threshold or take up a brand-new sport later in life. I also find immense inspiration in watching the younger generation, including our adult children, as they navigate their own evolving roles and life stages. When we allow ourselves to be inspired by the people around us, our friendships become synergistic spaces for continual growth. Door 3: The Gift of Generosity The third door we explored was Generosity, which goes far beyond financial giving or simply hosting events. In deep friendships, generosity looks like giving the gift of your time and cultivating what we call a “generosity of opinion.” It means actively cutting each other slack, being forgiving when someone is having a hard day, and showing up with genuine empathy. This compassionate, open-handed approach to one another forms the unshakeable bedrock of any lasting, meaningful friendship. I am so deeply grateful for the generosity, inspiration, and playfulness that Shelley, Revi, Marianne, and all of our listeners bring to my life. Amir and I have some exciting travel plans and new adventures on the horizon that we can’t wait to share with you all. If you want to dive deeper into these conversations, be sure to subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and drop us an email at tessa@theopennesters.com. Let’s keep exploring what it means to live with open hearts and wide-open nests. Resources for You We want to provide you with support and many many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness and other topics of interest: Open Nesters Resource Page The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group About Tessa How do old relationships evolve and new ones beckon? Friendship is the heartbeat of a life well-lived. Despite our need for meaningful connection, friendship can seem surprisingly difficult to find. But what if friendship isn't something we find at all, but something we learn to create? That journey begins with oneself and the exploration of the quiet places within our hearts. As we become more heart-centered, we are willing to see one another not only for who we have been, but for who we are becoming, allowing for more curiosity, growth and change in ourselves and our friendships. Old relationships evolve and new ones beckon. Stacey Tessa K. Battat–through her years exploring what makes friendships deepen, endure, and come alive–has uncovered for herself how old relationships can evolve and new ones can beckon. She identified five doors to open ourselves and create richer connections: Play, Inspiration, Generosity, Value Alignment, and Creative Alchemy. The Five Doors of Friendship is an invitation to welcome possibility in both old and new friendships, softening the path to feel seen, energized, challenged, accepted, and celebrated!

Let's get ready to Massacre!!! It's the showdown of the millennium when two Returning Champions titans of horror finally face off. Satember's Hell is Where the Heart Is proudly presents Freddy vs. Jason.Email: WeeklyPodcastMassacreInstagram: @WeeklyMassacreThreads: @WeeklyMassacreBluesky: @WeeklyMassacreMusic by Dora the Destroyer

The Great Spiritual Awakening is happening now! More and more people around the world are having spiritual awakenings, propelled by Near-Death Experiences, Kundalini Awakenings, intense meditation, spiritual renewal events, and other Spiritually Transformative Experiences (STEs). But what happens next – after the Awakening? Is there a roadmap to guide us on the spiritual path toward our goal of self-realization? Dr. Yvonne Kason shares a beautiful roadmap, “Purifying the Heart”, to guide us through the fascinating stages of our spiritual awakening journey: from a Spiritual Seeker to Spiritual Server, Spiritual Warrior, to Devotee, and then to an Adept. Using her own STEs as examples, she shares the key focuses and spiritual learning tasks at each stage, and how to speed up your progress. Based on her own awakening journey and 40 years of STE research, Dr. Kason concludes that the ultimate goal for us all is self-realization—God-Communion—with continuous expanded mystical consciousness.

Survivor 51 Cast Preview Part 3 Watch the podcast on YouTube! Get ready for the ultimate preseason deep dive as Survivor 51 approaches! Rob Cesternino is back with Survivor expert Mike Bloom for the third and final installment of their Season 51 preseason preview. Rob and Mike introduce listeners to the last seven mysterious contestants, dissecting personalities, backgrounds, and what each new castaway could bring to the open era of Survivor. Right from the start, the discussion turns to Maggie, Survivor's first-ever contestant from West Virginia and a brand-new farmer ready to hunt, fish, and maybe pole vault her way into alliances. The pair then break down the social game and potential strategic risks of self-proclaimed “average guy” Mike Pinsky, a Yankees baseball executive who might just be more cunning than he seems. Viewpoints shift from farmland to city life as they evaluate strengths, weaknesses, and unique backgrounds such as athletes, military prosecutors, and medical professionals entering the game with vastly different motives. The conversation focused on how each player's professed superpower and kryptonite may tip the game in their favor or lead to an early blindside. Several points were raised, including the physical threat and hunger challenges for power lifter Ori, Patt's mix of military discipline and Survivor innocence, and Sharonda Cox's journey of self-empowerment amid concerns about having too much empathy. – Maggie's outdoorsy skills and social “wildcard” energy – Mike Pinsky's analytical, negotiation-driven approach from Major League Baseball – Ori’s physical dominance vs. Survivor starvation risk – Patt’s blend of military grit and new player naiveté – The tension between empathy, self-interest, and cold gameplay for Sharonda and Tien An. Who will crack under pressure, and whose strategic promises will be their undoing? Rob and Mike debate whether the open era will favor old-school providers or hyper-social chameleons. Will these fresh faces survive the elements, outmaneuver the twists, and make the right alliances? Dive in now to meet the Survivor 51 cast before the game begins, and get ready to make your own winner picks right alongside Rob and Mike! Chapters: 0:00 Welcome to Survivor 51 Preview 0:58 Breaking Down the Final Seven 3:12 Introducing Maggie, First West Virginian 5:13 Maggie's Farming Dream and Strengths 11:14 Mike Pinsky, Yankees Executive Joins Cast 16:12 Can Mike Downplay His Intelligence? 22:22 Ori's Football Background 24:21 Physicality Versus Survivor Deprivation 29:51 The Rise of Alliance Branding 33:19 Patt, Military and Legal Mindset 41:00 Rob A the Podcaster and Party Guy 46:50 Reality TV Fandom and Survivor Approach 48:52 Meet Sharonda Cox, Story-First Physician 52:14 Emotions, Heart, and Jury Management 56:29 Final Castaway: Tien An, Medical Student 1:04:44 Draft, Winner Picks, and Closing Thoughts Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Today, Heart of Dating coach Jayme Vainer breaks down the key differences between red flags, deal breakers, and non-negotiables in Christian dating, and shares how understanding these transformed her own journey to engagement! Join the School of Dating Waitlist NOW! https://www.heartofdating.com/the-school-of-dating Need 1:1 support for your specific dating situation? Book a coaching call today! https://www.heartofdating.com/coaching  Find out your Dating Personality Type for free by taking our QUIZ here! https://www.heartofdating.com/quiz Join Basics of Dating! The 6-Week Program for the Christian single feeling stuck, anxious, or healing from heartbreak. https://www.heartofdating.com/basics-of-dating   Love Heart of Dating Podcast? Want to support us AND be a part of the fam? Join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/heartofdating Subscribe to our YouTube channel here! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ1PswEXEyeSddMmOSiRKGw Crushing on a cutie? Download this FREE Resource on how to show interest: https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/how-to-show-interest  Want to further your dating knowledge? Check out our ultimate dating library! https://www.heartofdating.com/resource/ultimate-dating-library  Kait wrote a book! Snag Thank You For Rejecting Me on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3E59cLQ Want to meet some epic Christian Singles? Join our huge HOD Family on FB! https://www.facebook.com/groups/heartofdatingpodcast  Come hang with us on the gram: http://instagram.com/heartofdating http://instagram.com/kaitness https://www.instagram.com/jjtomlin/?hl=en Interested in advertising on this show? Learn more here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16V_c91F1iIYNZOVvrEinrB9h2dsZq-kZFqYYEDQ4A60/viewform?edit_requested=true  SEEDS: Download the free SEEDS app and take one small step today: plant your first seed and see what God can grow. . . . . .  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Survivor 51 Cast Preview Part 3 Watch the podcast on YouTube! Get ready for the ultimate preseason deep dive as Survivor 51 approaches! Rob Cesternino is back with Survivor expert Mike Bloom for the third and final installment of their Season 51 preseason preview. Rob and Mike introduce listeners to the last seven mysterious contestants, dissecting personalities, backgrounds, and what each new castaway could bring to the open era of Survivor. Right from the start, the discussion turns to Maggie, Survivor's first-ever contestant from West Virginia and a brand-new farmer ready to hunt, fish, and maybe pole vault her way into alliances. The pair then break down the social game and potential strategic risks of self-proclaimed “average guy” Mike Pinsky, a Yankees baseball executive who might just be more cunning than he seems. Viewpoints shift from farmland to city life as they evaluate strengths, weaknesses, and unique backgrounds such as athletes, military prosecutors, and medical professionals entering the game with vastly different motives. The conversation focused on how each player's professed superpower and kryptonite may tip the game in their favor or lead to an early blindside. Several points were raised, including the physical threat and hunger challenges for power lifter Ori, Patt's mix of military discipline and Survivor innocence, and Sharonda Cox's journey of self-empowerment amid concerns about having too much empathy. – Maggie's outdoorsy skills and social “wildcard” energy – Mike Pinsky's analytical, negotiation-driven approach from Major League Baseball – Ori’s physical dominance vs. Survivor starvation risk – Patt’s blend of military grit and new player naiveté – The tension between empathy, self-interest, and cold gameplay for Sharonda and Tien An. Who will crack under pressure, and whose strategic promises will be their undoing? Rob and Mike debate whether the open era will favor old-school providers or hyper-social chameleons. Will these fresh faces survive the elements, outmaneuver the twists, and make the right alliances? Dive in now to meet the Survivor 51 cast before the game begins, and get ready to make your own winner picks right alongside Rob and Mike! Chapters: 0:00 Welcome to Survivor 51 Preview 0:58 Breaking Down the Final Seven 3:12 Introducing Maggie, First West Virginian 5:13 Maggie's Farming Dream and Strengths 11:14 Mike Pinsky, Yankees Executive Joins Cast 16:12 Can Mike Downplay His Intelligence? 22:22 Ori's Football Background 24:21 Physicality Versus Survivor Deprivation 29:51 The Rise of Alliance Branding 33:19 Patt, Military and Legal Mindset 41:00 Rob A the Podcaster and Party Guy 46:50 Reality TV Fandom and Survivor Approach 48:52 Meet Sharonda Cox, Story-First Physician 52:14 Emotions, Heart, and Jury Management 56:29 Final Castaway: Tien An, Medical Student 1:04:44 Draft, Winner Picks, and Closing Thoughts Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

This is a fun one! We're talking romance novels with numbers in the titles today, a wide collection of books from zero to infinity! While we came prepared to talk about four or five books each, we ended up playing a little impromptu game where we name books for every number we can. We haven't reread most of these, but you'll hear that there are a few peppered through here that we were prepared to talk about. We had a great time, and hope you do.If you'd like to come over and talk about romances, with or without numbers, please join us on the Fated Mates Discord, where you'll find a few thousand other listeners who love talking about these books we love. You also get one extra episode a month from us!Fated States, our democratic phonebanking initiative begins this week! We'll be calling Georgia to get out the vote for Jon Ossoff and Keisha Lance Bottoms! There will be games, prizes and special guests! Learn more and register to phone bank with us at fatedmates.net/fatedstates.A Number of BooksBelow Zero by Ali HazelwoodZero to Sixty by Marie HarteIt Happened One Summer by Tessa BaileyOne and Only by Jenny HolidayParty of Two by Jasmine GuilloryGoldie and the [three] Bears by Hannah MurrayThree Dirty Secrets by Nikki SloanThree Way Split by Elia WintersParty of Three by C. Travis RiceFourth Wing by Rebecca YarrosFourth Wing by Rebecca YarrosFive Brothers by Penelope Douglas Six by Opal CarewHoliday for Six by Kelly FinleySeven Secrets of Seduction by Anne MalloryThe Seven Rings by Nora RobertsThe Seven Year Slip by Ashley PostonSeven Days in June by Tia WilliamsChasin' Eight by Lorelai JamesEight Nights of Flirting by Hannah ReynoldsEight Seconds to Ride by Ashley JamesThe Hell's Eight Series by Sarah McCartyNine Rules to Break When Romancing a Rake by Sarah MacLeanTen Ways to Be Adored When Landing a Lord by Sarah MacLean Ten by Roxie Riveria Ten Hammers by Liz ArcherEleven Scandals to Start to Win a Duke's Heart by Sarah MacLeanTwelve Nights by Hope TarrA Duke a Dozen by Shana GalenCowboys by the Dozen by Tina LeonardTwenty Boy Summer by Sarah OcklerFifty Shades of Gray by EL James52 Reasons to Hate my Father by Jessica Brody99 Percent Mine by Sally ThorneTo One Hundred by Melissa Blue The 1001 Dark Nights Series3000 Reasons to Act by Jamie P Bradley10,000 Hours with a Rich Menace by Jahquel J.How to Marry a Millionaire Vampire by Kerrilyn SparksThe Blackout Billionaire Series by Naima SimoneInfinite by Corinne Michaels Love Times Infinity by Lane Clark An Infinite Love Story by Chanel CleetonSPONSORSHarpercollins, publishers of Laurie Gilmore's Big Bad Wolf, available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, or wherever you get your books.Orbit Books, publishers of Rachel Gillig's The Knave and the Moon, available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, or wherever you get your books.Little, Brown & Company, publishers of Elin Hilderbrand & Shelby Cunningham's The Thoroughbreds, available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, or wherever you get your books.Union Square & Co., publishers of Morgan Elizabeth's Meet Cute Magic, available in print, ebook or audiobook at Amazon,

This episode begins with the increasing fears that the rapid development of AI might lead to the extinction of humanity. As the dangers posed by AI agents coincide with end-time fears, Michael Meade turns to an old myth that shows that humans have always been a great risk taken by the forces of creation. As creatures capable of conscious awareness, humans can become the enemy as well as the friends of creation.     In the old creation myth, mistakes made at the beginning caused human prototypes to be short-sighted and blindly self-interested and that led to the fashioning tools and technologies that caused trouble at all levels of existence. Eventually, the animals rebelled against these narrow-minded figures, everything in creation began to speak out against them and they were destroyed in a great flood.     The next kind of humans created had a greater capacity for imagination and genuine vision because their hearts as well as their minds remained open. They had enough insight to recognize the gift of life and be conscious witnesses to the wonder and the beauty of creation. They thrived because they understood the interconnectedness of all of life and accepted the necessity of change.     Like the vestigial tale that reminds people that they are connected to animals at one end, the capacity for great imagination connects people at the other end to the divine. When people can hold those extremes together, they become genuine agents of creation, companions to the animals, and vehicles of the kind of consciousness that can help sustain nature and enhance life on Earth.     Thank you for listening to and supporting Living Myth. You can preorder Michael's new book The Heart of Transformation and join him beginning on October 1 for a series of online and in-person events that bring to life key themes from this book.   Pre-order New Book Event Registration + Info     You can further support this podcast by becoming a member of Living Myth Premium. Members receive bonus episodes each month, access to the full archives of over 740 episodes and a 30% discount on all events, courses and book and audio titles.   Learn more and join this community of listeners at patreon.com/livingmyth     Along with these free weekly podcasts, you can now read free weekly essays and long form posts by Michael Meade on Substack. Learn more and subscribe at michaeljmeade.substack.com     If you enjoy this podcast, we appreciate you leaving a review wherever you listen and sharing it with your friends. On behalf of Michael Meade and the whole Mosaic staff, we wish you well and thank you for your support of our work.

I want you to think back to the last time you were at full draw and something in your head started talking. Not the calm rundown of yardage and pin placement. The other voice. The one that shows up uninvited and starts narrating the worst version of what's about to happen. I always figured that voice mattered. I just wasn't consistent about doing anything with it, if I'm honest, until I sat down with Carter Starocci this summer. If you don't follow wrestling, here's what you need to know: Carter is a five-time national champion at Penn State, the first man ever to do it. By the time he was chasing that fourth and fifth title, the pressure wasn't hypothetical anymore. Every match had a target on it. I asked him what he was doing with his head between whistles, and what he told me reframed how I think about my own competition, and then how I think about hunting. The first thing he said: the words you use with yourself become true, not mystically, mechanically. Rehearse "I always blow it when they get close" for twenty seasons and your nervous system stops reacting to the deer and starts reacting to the story. Heart rate spikes early. Hands shake. You rush a shot you had plenty of time to make. The second thing cuts deeper. At his level, the difference between competitors isn't physical anymore, it's mental. Everybody left on the mat can wrestle. We've all hunted with a guy who shoots lights out in July and can't hold it together when a shooter steps out in November. It was never his form. Nobody had drilled what was supposed to run through his head in that moment. The third thing changed how I think about stand time specifically: you remove the anxiety by not making the hunt the whole goal. It's just the next rep in a career built out of reps. I felt that firsthand this year, in a BJJ tournament and out on the plains chasing a genuine giant. Neither result was the point while I was in it. That's exactly what let both of them happen. This episode builds a four-question filter for running that self-talk audit on stand, and it's not an off-season-only project. It's before, during, and after. Go build your one line. Drill it until it's automatic. It won't show up on its own the day it matters. Hunt like you train. I'll see you in October. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Chrissie (@ChrissieWhitley) dig into their very different relationships with big books, from what counts as "big" and knowing when the moment is right to what makes a long book worth the extra pages. They also share some of their favorite big books — and a few they wish had been shorter. This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights Where Sarah and Chrissie each draw the line between a regular book and a big book. Is a 700-page book intimidating … or an invitation to settle in? When, and why, are they most likely to pick up a long book? Does format or genre change how big a book feels? What makes a book actually deserve its high page count? Some of their favorite big books … and a few they really wish had been shorter. Some Favorite BIG Books Chrissie 4 3 2 1 by Paul Auster (2017) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [30:38]  The Princes of Ireland (The Dublin Saga, 1) by Edward Rutherfurd (2004) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [33:36] Fox by Joyce Carol Oates (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [35:54] Red Comet by Heather Clark (2020) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [39:10] Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke (2004) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [42:45] The Love Songs of W. E. B. Du Bois by Honoree Fanonne Jeffers (2021) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [44:30]  Sarah 11/22/63 by Stephen King (2011) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [32:31]  I Know This Much Is True by Wally Lamb (1998) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [34:32] A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving (1989) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [37:23] The World According to Garp by John Irving (1978) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [37:25] Natchez Burning (Penn Cage, 4; Natchez Burning, 1) by Greg Iles (2014) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [41:19]  Wanderers (Wanderers, 1) by Chuck Wendig (2019) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [43:40] Other Books Mentioned War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy (1869) [30:06] The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas (1846) [30:07]   The Heart's Invisible Furies by John Boyne (2017) [31:43]  Sarum by Edward Rutherfurd (1987) [33:49] London by Edward Rutherfurd (1998) [33:53]   The Rebels of Ireland (The Dublin Saga, 2) by Edward Rutherfurd (2006) [34:19]  Whistler by Ann Patchett (2026) [38:04]  Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard (2011) [40:23] Some BIG Books That Felt Too Long Chrissie Ordinary Monsters (The Talents, 1) by J. M. Miro (2022) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [48:39] Wellness by Nathan Hill (2023) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [51:24]  Sarah City on Fire by Garth Risk Hallberg (2015) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [45:39]  The Prince of Tides by Pat Conroy (1986) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [49:51] Other Books Mentioned The Bonfire of the Vanities by Tom Wolfe (1987) [46:06] The Second Coming by Garth Risk Hallberg (2024) [48:05]  Books From the Opening Discussion The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett (1989) [9:24] The Brightness by Chad Harbach (October 27, 2026) [11:47] I Know This Much Is True by Wally Lamb (1998) [14:07] Throne of Glass (Throne of Glass, 1) by Sarah J. Maas (2012) [14:51]  Outlander (Outlander, 1) by Diana Gabaldon (1991) [19:05]  1929 by Andrew Ross Sorkin (2025) [22:12] Helter Skelter by Vincent Bugliosi with Curt Gentry (1974) [22:19] Generations by Jean M. Twenge, PhD (2023) [22:26]   Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke (2026) [26:13]  The Elements by John Boyne (2025) [29:08]  A Court of Forgotten Memory (ACOTAR, 7) by Sarah J. Maas (January 12, 2027) [29:39]  Other Links The Gilmore Guide to Books | Catherine's Review of Ordinary Monsters

This week I sat down with Gloria Xiong, Assistant Professor of Government at Colby College, and Jessica Chen Weiss, the David M. Lampton Professor of China Studies at Johns Hopkins SAIS, to discuss their new Foreign Affairs essay, "How China Found Its Most Potent Weapon: The Real History of Beijing's Rare Earth Dominance." The story everyone tells is one of foresight — a master plan hatched by Deng Xiaoping and now coming to fruition. Gloria and Jessica argue the reality was far messier: reform-era export mania, environmental catastrophe, defiant local governments, scarcity anxiety, and a lesson in chokepoint weaponization that Beijing learned from Washington. Getting the story wrong, they argue, feeds an action-reaction spiral that neither side started and neither fully controls — and with the Busan truce expiring in November, the stakes could hardly be higher.09:31 — "The Middle East has oil, China has rare earths": what Deng Xiaoping actually said, and how a quote got recruited for a story he wasn't telling12:33 — Why the master plan narrative is so irresistible across the partisan spectrum in Washington15:40 — The cheap and dirty origins: reform-era export mania, thousands of small mines, and rare earths sold "at the price of cabbage and dirt"19:06 — The West as co-author of the chokepoint: offshoring the pollution, and the stockpile that was never built21:53 — Beijing's struggle to control its own industry: quotas, "crime rings," and the partially failed 2002 consolidation25:13 — September 2010: what really happened with the "embargo" against Japan, and why Beijing may have learned about it from Japanese customs28:47 — Fans and fire hoses: how bottom-up nationalism can commit Beijing to coercive postures it didn't choose32:13 — The debate inside China after 2010: protectionists versus Hong Feng's warning against using rare earths as "political chips"35:44 — The 2015 WTO ruling: China complied — was it a rule-taker, or did it simply lack the tools to do anything else?38:06 — Learning from Washington: Huawei, the Export Control Law, the China Rare Earth Group, and what distinguishes learning from planning40:24 — The 2022–2024 ledger: what's the evidence for an action-reaction spiral beyond the timeline?44:25 — April 2025: coercion or bureaucratic pileup? Thirty licensing officials and a 74% collapse in magnet exports47:46 — October 2025: the extraterritorial rule that mirrored the Foreign Direct Product Rule, and the Busan truce52:32 — The countdown to November: hawks in both capitals, "mutually assured disruption," and Xi's coming state visit55:29 — The limits of leverage on both sides: yttrium, Japan's diversification, and China's own resource insecurity58:32 — From crime rings to two national champions: has the Wild West been tamed, and are central-local relations "fractured"?01:02:21 — Prescriptions: positive reciprocity, licensing Chinese technology, and managing interdependence rather than escaping it01:05:51 — Everyone else: Myanmar, Congo, Australia, and how Beijing thinks about third countries that don't want to choosePaying It ForwardGloria name-checked Wendy Leutert of Indiana University, who works on the reform and global expansion of China's state-owned enterprises and, with Isaac Kardon, on Chinese investment in global ports; Ning Leng of Georgetown University, author of the award-winning Politicizing Business: How Firms Are Made to Serve the Party State in China; and Ketian Zhang, who has written extensively on Chinese coercion and maritime disputes.Jessica first acknowledged the scholars whose research the essay drew on but couldn't cite in Foreign Affairs: Cory Combs of Trivium China, Arthur Kroeber, Henry Farrell, Duleep Singh, and Julie Klinger. She also flagged Jack Zhang, who runs the Trade War Lab at the University of Kansas, and Kyle Jaros and Sara Newland, who are writing a book on subnational economic statecraft — work that has shaped her thinking on disaggregating what the United States wants, not just what China wants.RecommendationsGloria: Healing the Heart of Democracy by Parker Palmer — a book she first read in a college writing seminar and returned to as she heads back into the classroom.Jessica: The Scientist and the Spy by Mara Hvistendahl, which she uses to close her SAIS seminar on Chinese foreign policy as a reminder about proportionality; and Ann Patchett's new novel Whistler.Kaiser: Wallace Stegner's Angle of Repose, the 1972 Pulitzer winner — a novel about mining camps in the American West and one of the most fully realized characters in American fiction.Also mentioned: Jessica's recent interview with Daniel Kurtz-Phelan on The Foreign Affairs Interview podcast, and her interview in The Monitor, the newsletter of the Carter Center's U.S.-China Perception Monitor.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Currently in his eleventh year of school administration and his twenty-fifth in education, Bill Renner has run the full course through the Ruckus Maker system — the Mastermind, one-on-one coaching, and now Digital Danny. A middle school principal transitioning back to his first love, elementary, he's spent this year applying what each stage taught him about slowing down instead of reaching for the fastest answer in the room. He's also working on a book, currently titled Lead with Heart, Build with Purpose, and Serve with Joy, drawn from his own journals. School principal Bill Renner has used every tier of the Ruckus Maker system — the Mastermind, one-on-one coaching, and now Digital Danny. In this episode, he breaks down why fast answers from AI chatbots are quietly making leaders worse, and what changed when he learned to slow down before changing anything at a brand-new school.

In this episode of the Gutsy Health Podcast, Juanique welcomes Dr. Chase Faldmo of Healing Playbook to discuss the connection between dental health, nervous system function, chronic inflammation, and the body's ability to heal.After sharing her personal healing journey with chronic illness and CIRS, Juanique explores the insights that helped her better understand her body's recovery process. Together with Dr. Faldmo, they discuss topics including dental infections, nerve rehabilitation, nervous system health, and the importance of addressing deeper factors that may influence healing.Timestamps00:00 – Stagnation, inflammation, and healing 01:00 – Juanique's healing journey and return to the podcast 04:00 – Introducing Dr. Chase Faldmo 09:00 – Dr. Chase Faldmo's personal health journey 12:00 – Oral health, dental infections, and healing 19:00 – Heart rate variability and measuring body signals 24:00 – Braces, retainers, and nervous system health 34:00 – Chronic illness, CIRS, and finding deeper causes 40:00 – Nerve damage and rehabilitation 44:00 – Rehabilitating the nervous system 49:00 – The timeline of nerve healing 54:00 – Where to find Dr. Chase FaldmoLinks Mentioned