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Every couple starts with a spark, entering marriage with the grand promise of a lifelong partnership. But over time, millions of well-intentioned partners find themselves running on auto-pilot, sharing a roof and a routine but completely losing their emotional intimacy. Renowned marriage expert and "Thriveologist" Dr. Lee Baucom joins the show to expose why complexity is the enemy of clarity in love. The data and daily realities show that a staggering number of marriages silently fracture not from a lack of love, but from creeping, unaddressed disconnection. However, mainstream relationship advice will tell you that fixing a marriage requires overcomplicating your life with endless, exhausting therapy cycles that focus entirely on past wounds. We've been conditioned to believe that when a relationship struggles, it's an absolute, irreversible failure. In reality, the modern world drains our relationship energy, leaving everyday couples stranded in a cycle of unspoken expectations and deep resentment. We unpack the three levels of connection, detail how to transition from competition to fierce teamwork, and provide a simple, actionable blueprint to "unpause" your relationship and reclaim your shared joy. In this podcast, you will learn: Why adding layers of rules to your relationship destroys clarity and simple intimacy. How to audit and sync your physical, emotional, and spiritual bonds. Why ignoring minor emotional distance early on creates a massive crisis later. How unspoken expectations silently breed resentment, and how to build clear agreements instead. Practical tools to stop competing with your spouse and start operating as a true alliance. How to leverage early interventions, like the "Unpause" framework, before hitting a breaking point. Video Chapters 0:00 - The Adulthood Trap: Why Hard Work Isn't Enough 2:03 - The Thread That Led Lee From Magic to Human Psychology 3:29 - Misdirection in Magic and Society—What's Really Fooling Us? 4:43 - Why Complexity is the Enemy of Clarity in Relationships 6:16 - How Outside Influences Drain Your Relationship Energy 7:41 - The Marriage Lifecycle: Attraction, Connection, and Hitting Pause 13:56 - The Three Levels of Connection: Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual 16:56 - How Disconnection Sneaks in and How to Spot It Early 18:21 - Practical Steps to Rebuild Connection and Shared Values 22:40 - The Chaos Theory of Relationships: Regulating Small Variances 24:42 - Moving From Competition to True Teamwork Mode 29:04 - How Disconnection Manifests as 'Symptoms' Misidentified as Problems 30:47 - Moving From Crisis to Early Intervention Tools 36:42 - The Hidden Roots of Expectations and Resentment 40:06 - Why Modern Therapy Often Misses the Mark 45:55 - Communication is a Delivery: Focusing on the Message 47:34 - The Magic of Simple, Consistent Connection 54:14 - Empathy and Curiosity Across the Human Experience 58:07 - Keeping Your Eyes Wide Open to Your Marriage About Our Guest: Dr. Lee Baucom is an experienced relationship expert, author, and "Thriveologist" dedicated to helping couples transform struggling relationships into thriving partnerships. As the creator of the "Save the Marriage" system and the "Unpause Your Marriage" app, he specializes in practical, forward-looking strategies that cut through the noise of traditional therapy to rebuild authentic human connection Our Mission: Eyes Wide Open is a space for honest communication. Our goal is to remove the stigmas around mental health, holistic lifestyles, culture, and free speech so you can show up as your authentic self with your eyes wide open. By having real conversations about difficult truths, we move toward collective healing. Find Dr. Lee Baucom here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leebaucom/ YouTube: https://leebaucom.com/ Website: https://leebaucom.com/ Save the Marriage Podcast: http://savethemarriage.com/ Unpause Your Marriage App: https://unpauseyourmarriage.com/ Find Nick Thompson here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthompson513/ | https://www.instagram.com/the_ucan_foundation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EyesWideOpenContent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickthompson13/ UCAN Foundation: https://theucanfoundation.org/ Website: https://www.engagewithnick.com/
In this foundational episode of our addiction series, we sit down with addiction expert Carolyn Dunegan, LCDC, to explore what addiction really is, why it's so rooted in shame and isolation, and what true recovery actually requires.This conversation goes far beyond substances alone. We discuss the deeper emotional and spiritual dynamics underneath addiction, including secrecy, self-deception, ego, shame, control, and the struggle to ask for help.Whether you are personally struggling, love someone who is, or simply want to understand addiction at a deeper level, this episode offers powerful insight, compassion, and hope.00:00 – Welcome & Introduction 01:30 – What actually defines an addiction?02:07 – Consequences, immaturity, and substances replacing relationships10:00 – Isolation, secrecy, and the progression of addiction11:10 – Why lying becomes part of addiction14:00 – Why family systems matter in recovery38:50 – The stages of getting sober18:33 – “I can fix this myself” — the first stage of addiction recovery19:22 – Why addicts create rules and bargains around substances26:00 – Shame, self-hatred, and the emotional roots of addiction35:30 – The difference between ego and self-esteem35:00 – Why surrender and accountability are essential for healing43:33 – Confession, honesty, and “walking in the light”44:00 – Final thoughts: why truth creates freedom49:00 – Preview of the next addiction episodeKey Topics:• Addiction and recovery• Alcohol and substance abuse• Shame and self-hatred• Accountability and healing• Christian counseling perspectives• 12-step recovery insights• Family systems and addiction• Emotional health and trauma• Truth, honesty, and freedom#AddictionRecovery #MentalHealth #ChristianCounseling #RecoveryJourney #SoulSensePodcast #AddictionHelp #Healing #SamaritansWell
In this episode, Brady from Apokalipsus Historia shares a deep dive into the etymology of "God," exploring its possible Odinic roots, linguistic connections, and cultural implications. This conversation sheds light on how language encodes ancestral and mythological stories that shape our worldview today.Greyhorn Pagans:Support us on PatreonWebsiteSupport FireFaeBrady/Apokalupsis Historia:SubstackYouTube ChannelPodcast recorded with Riverside Studios:Join RiversideMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):Best Free Music in TownKey Topics:The etymology of "God" from Proto-Indo-European roots related to pouring, libation, and sacrificeThe connection between Odin's names (like Gotter) and the Christian deityHow place names like Goth and Gotland reflect ancient associations with rivers, gushing waters, and possibly the divineThe linguistic evolution of Odin's name in Germanic and Latin sourcesThe symbolic significance of sacrifices, libations, and water in pagan and Odinic traditionsThe potential pun and link between "Goth" and Odin, emphasizing the idea of "Father" or "Creator"The cultural importance of horses, trees, and blood offerings in Goth and Norse contextsThe influence of linguistic and mythic connections on modern Gothic architecture, literature, and media imageryBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/greyhorn-pagans-podcast--6047518/support.Make sure to subscribe to our Patreon for more!Greyhorn Pagans Patreon
Imagine a time where entire economies thrived on the backs of enslaved people, their suffering generating unimaginable wealth for a nation. Today, we're peeling back the layers of that painful past to understand how slavery wasn't just a grim chapter in history, but the very foundation of America's economic prosperity and racial hierarchies.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/racism-white-privilege-in-america--4473713/support.
Are you constantly battling fatigue, brain fog, and persistent bloating? You might be dealing with a silent instigator: LPS endotoxins. We recently dove deep into this topic with Martha Carlin, a pioneering microbiome researcher and founder of The BioCollective. Here's what you need to know about this stealthy driver of chronic inflammation. What is LPS? LPS, or lipopolysaccharide, is an endotoxin—a component of the cell wall of gram-negative bacteria in your gut. While these bacteria are normal, problems arise when they die and release inflammatory debris. In a healthy gut, this isn't a major issue. But if you have poor elimination or a leaky gut, this toxic debris leaks into your bloodstream. Over time, your immune system stops recognizing it, causing low-grade chronic inflammation wherever it travels—in the brain, joints, or digestive system. This inflammation silently drives fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, and digestive distress. What Your Poop Reveals A stool test can analyze your microbiome and reveal if you have a high LPS load, giving insights into your immune burden and inflammatory state. However, not all tests are created equal. Carlin sequenced her own sample and sent it to three different labs—all had different results. Pick one kit and stick with it to compare apples to apples. Daily Toxins Fueling Inflammation The first step to lowering your endotoxin load is removing the red flags from your daily life that feed bad bacteria: Processed Foods & Sugar: Sugar feeds pathogenic bacteria that produce endotoxins. Household Cleaners: Quaternary ammonium compounds in liquid soaps and laundry detergents damage your gut lining. Tap Water: Our water systems now carry a toxic load of chemicals. The Soil Connection Your gut is an ecosystem that directly reflects our planet's ecosystem. You cannot heal one without the other. Our modern food system, reliant on chemicals like glyphosate, has decimated soil health. Glyphosate binds up minerals, meaning our food has less mineral density. When soil is stripped of microbes and minerals, the plants are less nutritious. The chemicals we spray on farms don't stay "out there." They end up inside our bodies, damaging our gut lining and allowing endotoxins to flourish. Healing is about supporting a food system that supports the soil and removing daily chemicals that disrupt our internal ecosystem. In this podcast, you'll learn: What is LPS and how does it silently drive fatigue, bloating, and brain fog? What your poop can tell you about your hormones, brain, and immune system Red flags hiding in your daily routine—and how to shift them naturally Why healing starts in the soil (and what that means for your plate) How the microbes in your food, your gut, and your garden are all connected—and how eating for soil health supports your own. EPISODE RESOURCES: https://biotiquest.com https://www.marthasquest.com LinkedIn Instagram
In this fascinating episode, we sit down with Dr. Jamil Bayram, an ER physician, who has researched the origins of Levantine dialects, to uncover the deep historical layers embedded in the way we speak today. From the ancient shores of the Phoenicians to the bustling streets of Beirut, Damascus, Haifa, and Amman, our modern Levantine dialect carries echoes of civilizations that shaped the identity, culture, and sound of the region. Together, we explore: - What the Phoenician language really was and what we actually know about it - How Levantine dialect evolved and why it differs so markedly from other Arabic dialects - Words, expressions, and grammatical structures that may have Phoenician roots - How linguists reconstruct ancient languages and detect “linguistic DNA” - The core arguments and surprising findings from Dr. Bayram's upcoming book This episode is a deep dive into history, linguistics, identity, and culture, an exploration of how a language can carry the memory of thousands of years.
Join us as we dig into one of the biggest deceptions in modern science — the myth of uniformitarianism! Eric Hovind, and our guest, Dr. Terry Mortensen, will expose how this idea, first popularized by Charles Lyell in the 1800's, completely rewrote how people view Earth's history, and not for the better. Before Lyell, many great scientists studied the world through the lens of Scripture, recognizing the Bible as the true record of Earth's past. But when Lyell began assuming that “the present is the key to the past,” he planted seeds of doubt that grew into today's evolutionary thinking. His assumptions about ancient rocks didn't just change geology, they helped lead generations away from believing God's Word. We trace how this intellectual rebellion against the Bible took root and continues to shape modern science, culture, and education. With help from the late Milt Marcy's eye-opening book, “Exposing the Hidden Roots of the Evolutionary Agenda: The Emperors Who Had No Clothes,” we'll pull back the curtain on one of history's greatest scientific smokescreens. Don't miss this powerful episode as we uncover how a few flawed ideas about the past set the stage for a full-blown war on biblical truth, and why it's time to return to the real foundation — God's Word. Watch this Podcast on Video at: https://creationtoday.org/on-demand-classes/the-geological-scam-that-hijacked-science-creation-today-show-450/ Join Eric LIVE each Wednesday at 12 Noon CT for conversations with Experts. You can support this podcast by becoming a Creation Today Partner at CreationToday.org/Partner
Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Unveiling Hidden Roots: A Quest Through Autumn's Embrace Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-11-19-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 風が鮮やかな秋の葉を揺らし、田舎の村を穏やかな色合いで満たしていました。En: The wind rustled the vibrant autumn leaves, filling the countryside village with a serene palette.Ja: 山々は金色に輝く稲田と赤く染まった紅葉に囲まれ、まるで絵画のようです。En: The mountains were surrounded by rice paddies glowing golden and red-tinted autumn leaves, resembling a painting.Ja: 木造の古い家々は薪の暖かさに包まれ、それぞれの家から立ちのぼる煙が懐かしさを感じさせます。En: The old wooden houses were enveloped in the warmth of firewood, and the smoke rising from each house evoked a sense of nostalgia.Ja: その村に住む結城(ゆうき)は、ある日、自宅の屋根裏部屋で古い家族の手紙を見つけました。En: In that village lived ゆうき, who one day found an old family letter in the attic of her home.Ja: そこには会ったことのない親戚宛のメッセージが書かれていました。En: The message was addressed to a relative she had never met.Ja: 「あなたの存在など知らなかった…誰なの?En: Puzzled, she thought, "I didn't even know you existed... Who are you?"Ja: 」と不思議に思い、その手紙に心惹かれました。En: and was drawn to the letter.Ja: 結城の兄、遥斗(はると)は、過去を掘り返すことには否定的でした。En: ゆうき's brother, はると, was against digging up the past.Ja: 「もう昔のことは忘れて前に進むべきだ」と忠告しました。En: He advised, "You should forget the old days and move forward."Ja: しかし、結城の好奇心は止まりませんでした。En: However, ゆうき's curiosity was unstoppable.Ja: 彼女は過去の謎を解き明かしたいと思いました。En: She wanted to unravel the mysteries of the past.Ja: 家族の旧友、美香(みか)に相談すると、彼女は何やら意味深な態度を見せました。En: When she consulted a family friend, みか, みか displayed a somewhat meaningful demeanor.Ja: 「時期がくれば、きっとわかるわよ」と微笑むだけで、多くを語りませんでした。En: She simply smiled and said, "When the time comes, you'll surely understand," without saying much more.Ja: 結城は自分の力で真実を探すことを決めました。En: Determined, ゆうき decided to search for the truth on her own.Ja: 村の古い家々を回り、村のお年寄りに話を聞くことにしました。En: She went around the village's old houses and talked to the elders.Ja: 聞けば聞くほど、家族の歴史についての断片が集まります。En: The more she heard, the more fragments of her family history she gathered.Ja: そして、ある日、結城は隠された家族の場所を見つけました。En: Then, one day, ゆうき discovered a hidden family location.Ja: それは山の中にひっそりと佇む古い風呂屋でした。En: It was an old bathhouse quietly nestled in the mountains.Ja: その場所で、彼女は意外な事実に直面しました。En: At that place, she came face to face with an unexpected truth.Ja: 結城の家系には旅芸人の血が流れていることがわかりました。En: She discovered that ゆうき's family line had the blood of traveling performers.Ja: そこにはその昔、家族が使用していた楽器や道具も残っていました。En: There, old instruments and tools that the family once used were still remaining.Ja: 「これが私たちのルーツなの?En: "Is this our roots?"Ja: 」と戸惑いながらも、結城は心のどこかで自分自身の一部を見つけたように感じました。En: she wondered, while feeling as if she found a part of herself deep inside.Ja: そして、ついに彼女はその手紙で宛先として書かれていた親戚と出会いました。En: Finally, she met the relative whose address was written on the letter.Ja: 長年失われていた絆が再び結びつき、結城は家族の歴史に新しい1ページを加えることができました。En: A bond long lost was once again connected, and ゆうき was able to add a new page to her family's history.Ja: 彼女は過去と現在の自分をつなぎ、心に深い満足感を得ました。En: She connected her past with her present self and gained a deep sense of satisfaction in her heart.Ja: 結城は自分に自信を持ち、家族のルーツについてもっとよく知りたいと思うようになりました。En: ゆうき grew confident in herself and desired to learn more about her family roots.Ja: 家族とは何か、自分とは何か、その答えに少し近づけたようでした。En: It felt as if she had moved a little closer to the answer of what family is and who she is.Ja: 秋の風は、まるで彼女を祝福しているかのように優しく吹き続けました。En: The autumn wind continued to blow gently, as if blessing her.Ja: 結城は新しい一歩を踏み出す自分に微笑みました。En: ゆうき smiled at herself taking a new step forward. Vocabulary Words:rustled: 揺らしvibrant: 鮮やかserene: 穏やかなenveloped: 包まれnostalgia: 懐かしさpuzzled: 不思議に思いunravel: 解き明かしたいdemeanor: 態度fragments: 断片mysteries: 謎consulted: 相談dignity: 意味深evoked: 感じさせますmeaningful: 意味深hidden: 隠されたunexpected: 意外なperformers: 旅芸人instruments: 楽器tools: 道具bond: 絆satisfaction: 満足感confidence: 自信blessing: 祝福palette: 色合いpaddies: 稲田gathered: 集まりますattic: 屋根裏部屋nestled: 佇むroots: ルーツ
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If you've tried everything—from doctors to diets to detoxes—and still feel exhausted, inflamed, or just off... this episode is for you.Because what if the real reason you're not healing isn't your willpower... it's that no one's actually gotten to the root of what's going on?In this episode we're chatting with Carrie Drinkwine, a regenerative health expert, root-cause specialist, and the founder of the Institute of Regenerative Health. After healing herself from multiple autoimmune conditions, chronic illness, and even infertility, Carrie made it her mission to help other women do the same—physically, emotionally, and energetically.And let me tell you, this conversation is deep. We talk about why so many women get stuck in survival mode, what conventional and even functional medicine often misses, and how real healing can actually start when you go beyond just managing symptoms.If your labs say you're “fine” but you still feel like garbage… if you've spent years pushing through the pain, the fog, the anxiety—this episode is going to challenge what you think you know about your body.But more than that, it's going to give you hope.So let's dive in.----------You can find Carrie at www.carriedrinkwine.comOr on her SocialsIG @carriedrinkwineIG @instituteofregenerativehealthLinkedInFacebookTikTok @carriedrinkwine----------Want to learn more about how our program can help you lose weight and get healthy FOR LIFE without dieting or drugs, then I'd love to invite you to join me for my FREE training!It will walk you through it all, and it's really good and really helpful.To get all the info and get signed up, just go to thinlicious.com/happy. Check out Seven Sons and use coupon code: TL50 for $50 off your first box.
Show Notes:In this profound episode of The Human Experience, host Jennifer Peterkin and guest interviewer Linda explore the extraordinary story of a woman whose Hungarian refugee parents survived World War II and the Holocaust. The guest recounts the shocking discovery of her hidden Jewish heritage within a family that had long believed they were Catholic. Through years of research, recovered letters, and family documents, she uncovers her mother’s recognition as “Righteous Among the Nations” and her father’s harrowing survival in Nazi labor camps. This conversation weaves together personal storytelling and historical truth, illuminating the weight of inherited trauma, the courage to confront silence, and the power of remembrance. Linda’s journey serves as a moving reminder that uncovering our histories—no matter how painful—connects us to our humanity and shapes the stories we pass forward. ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of war, genocide, and trauma related to the Holocaust. Listener discretion is strongly advised. Key Takeaways:● Exploration of personal and family identity across generations.● The guest’s discovery of hidden Jewish roots within a family who believed they were Catholic.● Her mother’s recognition as Righteous Among the Nations for protecting Jews during the Holocaust.● Her father’s survival through Nazi labor camps and the brutal conditions of Auschwitz.● The discovery of family documents and how they revealed a hidden legacy.● Insights into Hungarian Jewish experiences during World War II.● The importance of preserving memory and confronting silence among survivors.● The enduring impact of repression and trauma on post-war identity.● The guest’s efforts to educate others through The Politzer Saga book and museum exhibition.● A call to listeners to uncover and share their own family stories of resilience and truth. Interview recorded in Great Falls, Virginia. Linda Ambrus Broenniman’s Bio:Linda Ambrus Broenniman grew up in Buffalo, New York, as the middle child of seven born to Catholic Hungarian physicians who survived World War II and began a new life in the United States in 1949. After earning her BA in Psychology from Swarthmore College and an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University, Linda left corporate America to pursue her passion for entrepreneurship, founding companies in technology and biotechnology. Her curiosity and drive to uncover hidden potential led her on a personal quest to uncover her own hidden family history. Through years of research, Linda pieced together the remarkable story of her Jewish ancestors—the Politzer family—and their lives lost to her father’s silence. Her book, The Politzer Saga, brings their stories to life and forms the foundation of The Politzer Saga Exhibit, a permanent exhibition housed in the newly renovated Rumbach Synagogue in Budapest, Hungary. Linda lives in Great Falls, Virginia with her husband, Ed, of 30 years. Connect with Linda Ambrus Broenniman:
The Myth of Constant Availability: Why Being "Always On" is Burning You OutIn this powerful fourth installment of the "Suck It Up, Go It Alone" series, Work-Life Harmony Strategist SaCola Lehr dives deep into a subtle, yet deeply damaging habit: persistent availability. We live in a world of endless pings, emails, Slack messages, group texts, and notifications that never stop. This episode unpacks the profound cost of feeling like you always have to be "on" for everyone else, and how this belief is silently draining your emotional battery and sabotaging your peace.What You'll Uncover in This Episode:1. The Hidden Roots of Hyper-ResponsivenessMore Than Modern Tech: While technology amplifies the problem, Sokola reveals that the need for constant availability is often deeply rooted in childhood. For many, being needed became an identity, a survival strategy learned early on to earn love, keep the peace, or prove value.The Identity Trap: The dangerous belief that we internalize: "If I'm not available, I'm not valuable." Your worth is not tied to how quickly you respond or how many fires you put out.2. The Drain: Burnout Disguised as DedicationThe Nervous System Never Rests: Constant responsiveness keeps your nervous system in a perpetual state of "alert mode." This chips away at your peace of mind, leading to chronic irritability, fatigue, and even resentment toward the very people you care about.Addiction to Chaos: Being constantly "on" is often burnout disguised as dedication. We split our energy between too many things trying to prove dependability at work and being the emotional glue at home leading to emotional exhaustion and hypervigilance.The Trauma Response: For some, this "always on" state is a trauma response carried into adulthood, a hyper-awareness learned in homes where love or peace had to be earned.3. Four Brave Actions to Reclaim Your Energy and PeaceThe good news? You can unlearn this habit and reclaim your time, energy, and peace without losing your impact. SaCola provides four practical, brave actions to start implementing today:1. Set a Tech BoundaryTurn off all notifications outside of work hours. Create "no phone zones" during dinner, family time, or personal rest.To give your brain and nervous system a much-needed break from constant pings and demands.2. Communicate Your AvailabilityClearly state your response times. Example: "I check emails three times a day," or "My cut-off time is 6:30 p.m. for family time."People will respect your boundaries when they are clearly communicated and consistently enforced.3. Create Micro-Breaks to ResetImplement 5-minute deep breathing or stretching breaks, or a 30-minute "just sit, just be" ritual after work.These small, intentional pauses calm your nervous system and restore focus, preventing the buildup of stress.4. Remind Yourself of the TruthInternalize the truth: You are allowed to rest, and you are allowed to be unavailable.The world will keep spinning. Your value is inherent, not conditional on your responsiveness.The Takeaway: Persistent availability is a silent burnout trap. By taking these brave actions, you can stop trading survival mode for strategies that help you truly thrive in your career, life, and everything in between.If today's conversation hit home, don't just stop here. I created a free PRONE to Power Worksheet that will help you put these strategies into action. You can grab it now at https://bit.ly/PRONEtoPowerwkshtFollow SaCola on Instagram: https://instagram.com/workitliveitownit Email for business inquiries: info@workitliveitownit.com
Send us a textIf your thyroid results look “normal” but you still feel exhausted, foggy, or stuck — this episode will help you understand why.In this in-depth solo episode, Registered Nutritionist and Autoimmune Specialist VJ Hamilton explores why thyroid issues often start outside the thyroid. Drawing on both her personal experience and years in clinical practice, she explains how five key body systems — the gut, liver, adrenals, sex hormones, and mitochondria — can all disrupt thyroid function, slow conversion, and mimic hypothyroidism even when test results appear fine.VJ shares her own story of high TSH and low T3 without raised antibodies, unpacking how stress, inflammation, and adrenal dysregulation were at the root of her symptoms — and how she now helps clients identify similar patterns in practice.You'll learn:Why thyroid tests rarely tell the full storyHow gut and liver health shape thyroid hormone conversionThe adrenal–thyroid connection and how cortisol can mask or worsen hypothyroidismThe impact of hormone transitions like perimenopause on thyroid receptor sensitivityPractical nutrient and lifestyle strategies to support thyroid function naturallyIf you've ever felt unseen, unheard, or “normal on paper,” this conversation will give you a new lens for understanding your thyroid and your body's incredible interconnectedness.
Episode 3, Hidden Roots of Democracy: Chief Brennen Ferguson, Tuscarora Clan; Louise McDonald Herne (“Mommabear”), Mohawk Bear Clan Mother; Chief Spencer Lyons, Onondaga Hawk Clan; Sandra Fox, Akwesasne Mohawk Faithkeeper. Produced in collaboration with Access Audio, a storytelling initiative from the Special Collections Research Center at Syracuse University Libraries, the Rematriated Voices series will also be available through public radio programming and companion podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple and all major podcast platforms. This is Episode 3.
We want God to come through, but on our terms. We demand ease, favor, instant breakthrough, and validation, and when those expectations aren't met, we call it a trial. But what if the real trial is our refusal to lay down our entitlement? This week on Win Today, bestselling author Gary Thomas pulls no punches. He exposes the modern lie that faith means personal fulfillment, that comfort means favor, and that hardship means failure. And he shows how distraction is more than a bad habit—it's a spiritual breakdown. Because when the soul loses its focus, bitterness, offense, and relational dysfunction are not far behind. If you've ever felt spiritually entitled, subtly bitter, or confused about why you're still offended by things you “moved past,” this conversation is for you. Episode Links Show Notes Buy my NEW BOOK "Healing What You Can't Erase" here! Invite me to speak at your church or event. Connect with me @WINTODAYChris on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.
On this episode of Healthy Waves Podcast, host Sana speaks with healer and guide Mridula Agarwal about how unprocessed emotions manifest as physical illness. From diabetes to thyroid disorders to persistent weight and autoimmune conditions, Mridula explains how emotional wounds—feelings of being unloved, shame, self-blame, or unworthiness—can shape our health in ways medicine often overlooks. Together, they unpack why quick fixes rarely address the root and how real healing begins with awareness, courage, and support. This conversation moves beyond symptoms, offering a framework for reclaiming inner balance and breaking the cycles of dis-ease. About the Guest : Mridula Agarwal is a spiritual teacher and founder of the iReAwake Method, a healing approach that addresses emotional root causes of illness. She works with people across walks of life—from entrepreneurs to homemakers to children—helping them release long-held emotional pain and restore harmony in body and mind. Key Takeaways Emotional patterns like neglect, shame, and feeling unloved can manifest as physical illness (diabetes, thyroid, autoimmune, persistent weight). Many carry weight as protection—against attention, harm, or insecurity—revealing that weight gain can serve unconscious emotional purposes. Autoimmune disorders often link to deep self-blame and inner attack through negative self-talk. Quick fixes may ease pain temporarily, but lasting healing requires addressing root emotions alongside medical treatment. Mental health struggles move in stages: unaddressed confusion → emotional chaos → withdrawal → breakdown. Recognizing thresholds early is key. Culture conditions us to bury emotions, but unprocessed pain seeps into the body, becoming chronic illness if ignored. Healing begins with seeking support, not carrying the burden alone; guidance, energy work, or spiritual practice can be first steps. Dis-ease is not punishment—it is a signal. Healing is not perfection but a gradual unfolding of mind, body, and spirit. Connect with the Guest You can connect with Mridula Agarwal through her healing sessions and resources: Book a call via links: https://ireawake.com/paid-appointment-call-2hr-usd-99/ https://ireawake.com/30-min-free-appointment/ Join her weekly Saturday Zoom healing session - https://ireawake.com/product/online-reiki-healing-session-every-saturday/ Access her free video resource for first-hand experience Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty—storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate—this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on: • Mental Health & Emotional Well-being• Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth• Holistic Healing & Conscious Living• Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment With over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.
Hello to you listening in Hamburg, Germany!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga. We are living in a time of historic upheaval. But what if this currently confusing, chaotic, confounding, cultural churn is stumbling toward change that reveals the hidden roots of social injustice for what they are so that we can reconfigure for good?How easily the safeguards can be leaped. And they have been. We can clutch our pearls and bemoan the times we live in; or, we can invite our feelings of hopelessness to give way to action, to repair, restore, and renew out of the ashes of the old ways. We are responsible for making change because we're the only “sentient force” that can.Question: What one small grand gesture are you committed to take on behalf of what you love and care for?These words from the Irish poet Seamus Heaney may motivate and sustain you wherever your feet touch the ground, whatever progress you are intent on making today. “History says, Don't hopeOn this side of the grave...But then, once in a lifetimeThe longed-for tidal waveOf justice can rise upAnd hope and history rhyme.” [“The Cure at Troy” Seamus Heaney]BONUS: Seamus Heaney reads his poem, The Cure at TroyThe Cure at Troy (full text)"Human beings sufferThey torture one another,They get hurt and get hard.No poem or play or songCan fully right a wrongInflicted and endured. The innocent in gaolsBeat on their bars together.A hunger-striker's fatherStands in the graveyard dumb.The police widow in veilsFaints at the funeral home. History says, Don't hopeOn this side of the grave…But then, once in a lifetimeThe longed-for tidal waveOf justice can rise up,And hope and history rhyme. So hope for a great sea-changeOn the far side of revenge.Believe that a further shoreIs reachable from here.Believe in miraclesAnd cures and healing wells. Call miracle self-healing:The utter, self-revealingDouble-take of feeling.If there's fire on the mountainOr lightning and stormAnd a god speaks from the sky That means someone is hearingThe outcry and the birth-cryOf new life at its term.It means once in a lifetimeThat justice can rise upAnd hope and history rhyme. [From "The Cure at Troy: A Version of Sophocles' Philoctetes"]You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. Be sure to stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website, check out the Services, arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as "Wyzga on Words" on Substack.ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved. If you found this podcast episode helpful, please consider sharing and attributing it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.
Send us a textIf you've tried everything for your chronic pain, from supplements to massage to chiropractic work to medications, and nothing seems to help, this episode may be the missing piece you've been searching for.What if the pain you're experiencing isn't just physical? In this episode, I share my personal story of how unresolved emotions showed up as years of back pain, and how releasing them finally set me free. You'll also hear powerful examples of others who overcame decades of pain by addressing the emotional roots of their symptoms.Do you experience chronic pain and would like to experience a taste of how releasing stuck emotions can help release the pain? You're in luck! For a limited time only, I'm offering a one-time session where we can work on exactly that. And the best part? It's 100% risk-free! That's right, if you come out of the session and don't feel like your pain has been reduced or are unsatisfied for any reason, you can request your money back, no questions asked. What's there to lose? Click here to book your Chronic Pain Breakthrough Session today! Subscribe to the Aligned to Rise Podcast: Apple | SpotifyConnect w/ Alyssa: Instagram Website Work w/ Alyssa: Free Endo Diet Guide Work with me 1:1 Learn more about AlyssaDisclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only. This may not be the best fit for you and your personal situation. It shall not be construed as medical advice. The information and education provided here is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. Always check with your own physician or medical professional before trying or implementing any information read here.
Mom2Mom MENTORING - Work/Life Harmony, Soul-Care, Kingdom Minded Moms
I get it. You're holding so much—your family, your work, your faith, your home—and while you pour out for everyone else, there are moments when someone's words or actions sting deeper than you'd like to admit. It starts small, doesn't it? A disappointment here, an offense there. But slowly, quietly, it grows into something bigger, heavier: bitterness. And the truth is, bitterness never stays hidden—it eventually ♥︎ steals our joy, ♥︎ weighs down our spirit, and ♥︎ makes love harder to give freely. This week, I want to walk alongside you and talk honestly about when bitterness creeps in. Together, we'll uncover how it sneaks into our lives, why it holds us back, and most importantly, how God offers freedom from its grip. ❚█══█❚ You don't have to carry this weight, nor are you created to carry this weight.
“You don't sabotage because you're afraid to fail. You sabotage because you're afraid of how powerful you truly are.” Have you ever noticed how things finally start going well — you're in a loving relationship, making more money, feeling happier — and out of nowhere… you pull back? You overthink. You pick a fight. You overspend. You sabotage. But here's the truth: Self-sabotage is not failure — it's protection. It's not that you're broken. It's that a part of you is trying to keep you safe, even if that means holding you back from everything you've prayed for. In this soul-stirring episode, we're going deep into the real reasons why we sabotage the good in our lives — the subconscious fears, the childhood survival strategies, the nervous system that equates success with danger. It's time to stop blaming yourself. It's time to hold yourself with compassion. And most of all — to finally allow yourself to receive what you've always deserved. Tune in and learn how to stop sabotaging what you truly deserve. Timestamps (00:02:20) – The Pattern of Self-Sabotage Why we often push away love, success, and abundance just as they begin to flow into our lives. (00:03:55) – The Hidden Roots of Sabotage Self-sabotage isn't failure — it's a subconscious survival strategy. You're not broken. You're protecting yourself. (00:06:10) – Why You Reject What You Want The subconscious mind doesn't follow your desires — it follows familiarity and emotional safety. (00:07:35) – When Success Feels Unsafe How childhood associations with love, money, or praise shape the way you receive (or reject) good things. (00:09:15) – You Can't Override Your Nervous System with a Vision Board Why affirmations and mindset shifts aren't enough without nervous system healing. (00:10:20) – Compassion is the Key to Transformation Don't shame the pattern. Name it. Ask yourself: what part of me is trying to protect me right now? (00:11:20) – The “Upper Limit” Phenomenon How feeling “too good” can trigger unconscious sabotage — and what to do when that urge hits. (00:12:15) – Make Your Body Feel Safe with Goodness Gently teach your nervous system that it's safe to receive, expand, and feel joy. (00:13:15) – Transformation Happens in Small Steps Why small daily actions create deep and lasting change without overwhelming your system. (00:14:10) – Rehearsing Receiving Use imagination and emotion to normalize success, love, and abundance in your body. (00:15:00) – Track and Celebrate Your Growth Acknowledge each moment you respond differently. This builds self-trust and integration. (00:15:55) – You're Not Afraid of Failure — You're Afraid of Your Power We sabotage not because we're weak, but because struggle feels safer than the unknown. (00:16:50) – Your Soul Thrives in the Unknown True healing is remembering: you are already love, already worthy, already enough. (00:17:50) – Final Reflection and Invitation Some Questions I Ask: Why do I sabotage myself when things start going well? Why do I pull away just when I'm finally being loved the way I always wanted? Why, when I start earning more money, do I do something that ruins my finances? Why do I reject what I say I want? If love is present… why do I feel unsafe? What makes success or stability feel like a threat? What part of me is trying to protect me right now? Am I truly in danger… or am I just unfamiliar with feeling this good? In This Episode, You Will Learn How to recognize the hidden patterns of self-sabotage. Why your sabotage isn't a weakness — but a form of self-protection. The connection between your nervous system and your capacity to receive love, success, and abundance. How past experiences shaped what feels “safe” — even when it hurts. Why your subconscious doesn't follow your desires, but your emotional history. How to stop judging yourself and start healing with compassion. Simple daily practices to gently rewire your inner response to good things. How to feel safe in love, in wealth, and in your own power. Get in Touch: Email me at kuteblackson@kuteblackson.com Visit my website: www.kuteblackson.com Resources with Kute Blackson: Kute's Life-changing Path to Abundance & Miracles: https://www.8levelsofgratitude.com Free masterclass: Learn the Manifestation secret to Remove Mental Blocks & Invisible Barriers to Attracting the Life of Abundance You Desire. REGISTER NOW: https://www.manifestationmasterclassonline.com
The Masters of Deception are presently working overtime to foment chaos and confusion. Civil War in the U.S., genocide in the Middle East and the balkanization of Russia are just a few of the theatrical treats well under way. There's nothing new under the Sun, and current events simply mirror the cyclic game-plan rehashed through centuries past. After being relentlessly hunted by faceless agents, a bewildered Butch Cassidy famously queried Sundance, his partner in crime, "who are these guys?!" The same question has crossed many minds in more recent times, as the undeniable antics of a predator class are now beginning to dispel the collective hypnosis. Alfacast friend, and audience favorite, Steve Falconer, returns with his incredible depth of knowledge to further expose the duplicitous machinations of these shadowy villains and the black box sorcery they use to maintain their power. In the last few shows with Steve, he identified a diversity of complicit players in secretive sects to paint a revealing mosaic from ancient times to the current globalists agenda. Rather than adding to this already comprehensive historical analysis, we've decided to conduct Part III in a roundtable discussion format. A growing portion of the populace is feeling a palpable & foreboding tension, so what can we do about it? The fact is, "we" have always held all of the cards, and this end-game is being played out exclusively on the mental plane. Weapons of mass distraction are the deadliest of all, and this Alfacast will focus on the re-emergence of ancient truths that we can use now to counter the agenda to usurp the Life Force of each and every embodied Soul. Steve is a prolific investigator and the voice of Spacebusters on Youtube, Bitchute, Odysee and Vigilante.tv. He is also the author of the children's book "The Dukes of Dense", available on all Amazon platforms and a former writer and administrator for Truth Serum News, where he wrote under the pen name Areyou Sure. He is a former Chicago native living in Copenhagen Denmark, a music teacher and full time touring musician. He is a father and researcher into all things hidden, esoteric and out of the ordinary daily experience, with a gift for debunking or demystifying occulted information. Show links: / @spacebusters3933 Catch Barre & friends on the Aetheric Summit June 14th & 15th https://www.aethericsummit.com/barre Join the Free masterclass on The Hidden Roots of Birth w/ Eyla Cuenca https://www.uncoveringbirth.com/a/214... Learn The True Nature Of Dis-Ease & How Our Bodies Actually Work: https://alfavedic.com/themyth/ Join Our Private Community And Join In The Discussion: https://alfavedic.com/join-us/ Follow our new YT channel: / @offgridelegance Start healing yourself and loved ones with ozone! https://alfavedic.com/ozone Get our favorite blue blocker glasses! https://alfavedic.com/raoptics Learn how to express your law and uphold your rights as one of mankind. https://alfavedic.com/lawformankind Alfa Vedic is an off-grid agriculture & health co-op focused on developing products, media & educational platforms for the betterment of our world. By using advanced scientific methods, cutting-edge technologies and tools derived from the knowledge of the world's greatest minds, the AV community aims to be a model for the future we all want to see. Our comprehensive line of health products and nutrition is available on our website. Most products are hand mixed and formulated right on our off grid farm including our Immortality Teas which we grow on site. Find them all at https://alfavedic.com Follow Alfa Vedic: https://linktr.ee/alfavedic Follow Mike Winner: https://linktr.ee/djmikewinner
There is perhaps no subject matter more controversial than the varied opinions amongst 'scholars' and lay-people alike concerning the Christian Bible. Is it historical to be taken literal or allegorical wherein characters & events represent abstract ideas or moral principles? And what of the political cherry-picking of the Vatican or the likes of King James whose biblical makeover justified tighter reigns over his Earthly kingdom. The significant time lapse between alleged historical events and the actual transcribing of those events through the 'inspired' pens of scriptural authors adds more fuel to the celestial fires. An examination of the Alphabet in Genesis through the mathematical lens of Stan Tenen adds a Toroidal twist into the mix, but don't forget the monumental work of Anatoly T. Fomenko that casts shade on any timeline, Biblical or otherwise. Enter the את Cepher Bible. Dr. Stephen Pidgeon, the founder, President, and Chief Executive Officer of Cepher Publishing Group, LLC is our esteemed guest on this very special Alfacast. Is there more to the story of Creation? Why are there no books from the 4000:14 years between the old and new testaments? It is Dr. Stephen's contention that the bible is incomplete, while contemporary western bible editors have either removed or intentionally left out key components altogether. The Cepher is a comprehensive restoration of sacred scripture that answers these questions and many more, Some topics include Enoch jubilees & Jasher that expound upon the history of mankind and the real reason for Noah's flood, with further explanations of how the world will look as we draw nearer to the return of the Messiah. Each of these books and the rest of the 87 books included in the Cepher have been thoroughly researched and stood the test of time providing missing pieces of the puzzle that generations have been seeking for thousands of years painting an even more vivid picture of the creator's love for us, and publishing his true Hebraic Yahuwah. Dr. Pidgeon is a student of many languages, including Greek, Hebrew, Russian, French, Spanish and Italian. An avid reader and author, he has published over 30 books. Additionally, he is an accomplished musician, with a degree in Piano Performance. He has produced several CDs featuring originally composed music for piano solo. Show links: https://www.cepher.net/ Catch Barre & friends on the Aetheric Summit June 14th & 15th https://www.aethericsummit.com/barre Join the Free masterclass on The Hidden Roots of Birth w/ Eyla Cuenca https://www.uncoveringbirth.com/a/214... Learn The True Nature Of Dis-Ease & How Our Bodies Actually Work: https://alfavedic.com/themyth/ Join Our Private Community And Join In The Discussion: https://alfavedic.com/join-us/ Follow our new YT channel: / @offgridelegance Start healing yourself and loved ones with ozone! https://alfavedic.com/ozone Get our favorite blue blocker glasses! https://alfavedic.com/raoptics Learn how to express your law and uphold your rights as one of mankind. https://alfavedic.com/lawformankind Alfa Vedic is an off-grid agriculture & health co-op focused on developing products, media & educational platforms for the betterment of our world. By using advanced scientific methods, cutting-edge technologies and tools derived from the knowledge of the world's greatest minds, the AV community aims to be a model for the future we all want to see. Our comprehensive line of health products and nutrition is available on our website. Most products are hand mixed and formulated right on our off grid farm including our Immortality Teas which we grow on site. Find them all at https://alfavedic.com Follow Alfa Vedic: https://linktr.ee/alfavedic Follow Mike Winner: https://linktr.ee/djmikewinner
In this eye-opening episode of the "Unmasking 'Jesus Calling' " series by Discerning the Drift, Addie K. Miller traces the spiritual genealogy behind Sarah Young's Jesus Calling—and it leads straight to the metaphysical messages of the 1930s book God Calling. With sharp biblical discernment, Addie unpacks the origins of this popular devotional trend, exposing how New Age teachings, occult practices, and mystical terminology have subtly infiltrated the church under the guise of Christian devotion. From channeling spirits to promoting spiritual passivity, this episode warns believers of the theological red flags and the urgent need to measure every message—old or new—against the truth of God's Word.Dive deep into scripture with Addie as current events, teachings in the modern church, testimonies, trends, important biblical teachings, and the sweeping drift away from the basic truths in the Bible across the modern-day Church are all brought to light to be tested only against the infallible, un-changing, Word of God on Discerning the Drift.
Delight Your Marriage | Relationship Advice, Christianity, & Sexual Intimacy
Church Scandals Aren't Random: How Ignorance Paves the Way for More Harm A Funny, Painful Story (That's Actually Very Relevant) Before we dive into heavy stuff, let me tell you a story. 4 weeks and 2 days ago... Picture this: I'm flat on my back, in the middle of the street, 20 feet away from a car that thankfully didn't roll over me. I'm convinced something's stabbing into my heart. Pain is shooting through my body in so many places. A kind lady rushes from her porch to help me hobble to safety while the ambulance is called. As I wait there's constant pain, but when I move in certain ways it suddenly becomes utterly excruciating. No idea what I hit. No idea what actually happened. Things were going great for the two hours I was on my OneWheel before the accident. What the heck happened? And what is happening now? Some neighbor kids stop and check in. I ask them to pray for me and I lead them in a prayer in Jesus name... that was a comfort from strangers. The ambulance finally arrives -- after it seems like forever -- and load me onto a stretcher. They were sure I dislocated my shoulder and were insisting to pull me up. I knew that wasn't what was wrong. I was embarrassingly vocal about not being helped up. I seemed to feel every single pothole on the way to hospital. Arriving in the hospital... the random excruciating shoots through my chest continued -- oh, and so did my resulting involuntary screams. (No recordings were taken, thank God :) So, the morphine helped and the oxy-whatever they gave me next. But what really changed everything was the x-rays. They finally discover the truth: My clavicle was snapped clean through. Knowing what was actually wrong changed everything. I finally had clarity. I finally had a path toward healing — real healing — not just numbing the pain. I finally could understand how to move in a way that avoided the excruciating pain and actually kept things in place to heal most effectively. THIS is what's happening in the Church right now. We have an injury. It's bad. Really, really, really bad. But instead of diagnosing it, we often just take some spiritual "morphine" — slap on platitudes, excuses, or cover-ups — and hope healing happens. It doesn't. Tragically, thousands of new cases are reported yearly... in the church of Jesus Christ around the world. This is horrifying. And the Church's sexual scandals are not random. They are not "one-off" tragedies.They are the result of deep, hidden roots — an injury we have to address if we want healing. Church Hurt: Ignoring the Pain Doesn't Heal It If I had ignored my broken clavicle, kept "powering through," or simply taken painkillers to numb it? It would have actually healed wrong.Permanently damaged.Maybe even required major surgery to fix later. The Church is at that critical moment.If we don't stop and x-ray the damage — truly diagnose the underlying break — it won't just stay bad. It will get worse. That's why these scandals feel endless. They are symptoms of deeper problems never addressed. Church Scandals Are Not Random Accidents The fall of a pastor or leader is often treated like a shocking, isolated event. "He must have just slipped up!""It was a moment of weakness!" But the truth is, these scandals follow patterns. Unchecked small compromises.Isolation.A culture that produces an environment where pastors must be superhuman. Double lives hidden by fear and shame.Lack of sexual stewardship. These are not random falls.These are predictable results of invisible fractures left untreated. The Enemy Wants Our Ignorance Satan thrives when we stay ignorant. When we don't know the roots, we can't heal them.When we don't expose the darkness, it festers and infects the Body of Christ. Paul makes it clear we shouldn't be ignorant of how the enemy attacks: "In order that Satan might not outwit us. For we are not unaware of his schemes." (2 Cor 2:11) Jesus warns us: "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy." (John 10:10) When sexual sin in leadership is ignored, minimized, or hidden, it does exactly that:Steals faith.Kills trust.Destroys credibility. We must be wise.We must stop assuming "it could never happen here."We must learn how to recognize the roots before they bloom into ruin. Why Sexual Sin Wounds So Deeply & How to Heal Sexual sin isn't "just another mistake."Biblically, it's in a category of its own: "Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the sexually immoral person sins against his own body." (1 Corinthians 6:18) When a leader sins sexually, it's a double wound: Personal: They defile their own body, the temple of the Holy Spirit. Corporate: They shatter the credibility of the Gospel they once preached. People who were already fragile in their faith see hypocrisy... and walk away not just from a leader, but from Jesus, Himself. The wound runs deep. But Jesus takes it seriously. Jesus didn't say: "Try not to look at porn if you can." "Lust is understandable, just don't act on it." No. He said: "If your right eye causes you to stumble, gouge it out... It's better to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell." (Matthew 5:29) Jesus used extreme language because sexual sin matters that much. We should not downplay what Jesus took so seriously. When leaders indulge in pornography, prostitution, or affairs, they are objectifying someone God created. That woman on a screen is a daughter of the King of Kings. A daughter who He even gave His only son to save. Cover-Ups Are Spiritual Oxycodone It's easier to slap a spiritual Band-Aid over a scandal than face the ugly truth. "Let's quietly remove him." "Let's not make a big deal; it might hurt the church's reputation." "Let's just forgive and move on." That's spiritual oxycodone — numbing the pain without healing the break. Without truth and exposure, the infection worsens.The pattern repeats.More people get hurt. Real love doesn't ignore cancer.Real love demands we discover it and deal with it. That's actual love. And Exposure Alone Isn't Enough Here's the other mistake:Thinking that "going public" fixes the problem. It doesn't. Exposure without a healing plan leaves broken people bleeding in the streets. Just like my broken clavicle needed realignment, time, careful handling and care — fallen leaders (and hurting congregations) need intentional healing journeys. Healing isn't automatic. It's hard. It takes time. It takes wisdom. It takes safe people. But it's possible. Healing the Church Starts with Us You may be a small group leader.A volunteer.A pastor's wife.A youth mentor.A faithful Sunday worshiper. You are part of the Body.And when one part is sick, the whole body suffers. We cannot afford to shrug and say, "Not my problem." The future witness of the Church depends on believers who are awake, wise, and willing to act. The Band-Aid Problem Let me just say it plainly: Covering up a church scandal with "just pray for him" or "let's not talk about it" is like slapping a Batman-themed Band-Aid on a bullet wound and sending the guy back into battle. He's going to bleed out. And so is the faith of everyone watching. We need real surgery, not stickers. What Next? What Pastors and Leaders Need If you've been wounded by a scandal —If you're grieved by the hypocrisy —If you're tired of seeing Jesus' name dragged through the mud — You are not alone. Healing is possible. But it starts with exposing the real problem and walking through the hard, beautiful journey of restoration. Lord, help us. Heal Your Church. Give us courage to see clearly and love deeply. Be Part of the Solution: Discover through a Free Training Join me for a free training:Heal the Church: Exposing the Hidden Roots of Sexual Scandal and the Path to Healing Let's stop putting Band-Aids on bullet holes.Let's start real healing. Sign up today: delightym.com/healthechurch Healing starts with discovery. Healing starts with understanding.Healing starts with you. With love, Belah & Team PS - If you are ready to make a change in your marriage, to be free from sexual sin, to have accountability and community, we encourage you to make the call. Schedule a free Clarity Call at delightym.com/cc PPS - Here is a quote from a recent graduate: "My self worth was in the dumps. I was always looking for affirmation from my wife and she from me. Neither of us delivered - neither could deliver enough. I questioned my leadership positions at work and at church, just never feeling like I was the right guy to lead... [Now,] I'm taking ownership. This is my home. This is my marriage. She is my wife. Ours is a union blessed by God. In taking my roles as husband, father, help mate more seriously, my whole family has begun to benefit. The man's role is not to simply coexist, but to lead the marriage and family. I can make a difference in the family by leading to and with God."
Hello to you listening in Hamburg, Germany!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga. We are living in a time of historic upheaval. But what if this currently confusing, chaotic, confounding, cultural churn is stumbling toward change that reveals the hidden roots of social injustice for what they are so that we can reconfigure for good?How easily the safeguards can be leaped. And they have been. We can clutch our pearls and bemoan the times we live in; or, we can invite our feelings of hopelessness to give way to action, to repair, restore, and renew out of the ashes of the old ways. We are responsible for making change because we're the only “sentient force” that can.Question: What one small grand gesture are you committed to take on behalf of what you love and care for?These words from the Irish poet Seamus Heaney may motivate and sustain you wherever your feet touch the ground, whatever progress you are intent on making today. “History says, Don't hopeOn this side of the grave...But then, once in a lifetimeThe longed-for tidal waveOf justice can rise upAnd hope and history rhyme.” [“The Cure at Troy” Seamus Heaney]BONUS: Seamus Heaney reads his poem, The Cure at TroyThe Cure at Troy (full text)"Human beings sufferThey torture one another,They get hurt and get hard.No poem or play or songCan fully right a wrongInflicted and endured. The innocent in gaolsBeat on their bars together.A hunger-striker's fatherStands in the graveyard dumb.The police widow in veilsFaints at the funeral home. History says, Don't hopeOn this side of the grave…But then, once in a lifetimeThe longed-for tidal waveOf justice can rise up,And hope and history rhyme. So hope for a great sea-changeOn the far side of revenge.Believe that a further shoreIs reachable from here.Believe in miraclesAnd cures and healing wells. Call miracle self-healing:The utter, self-revealingDouble-take of feeling.If there's fire on the mountainOr lightning and stormAnd a god speaks from the sky That means someone is hearingThe outcry and the birth-cryOf new life at its term.It means once in a lifetimeThat justice can rise upAnd hope and history rhyme. [From "The Cure at Troy: A Version of Sophocles' Philoctetes"] You're always invited: “Come for the stories - stay for the magic!” Speaking of magic, would you subscribe and spread the word with a generous 5-star review and comment - it helps us all - and join us next time!Meanwhile, stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website to:✓ Check out Communication Services I Offer,✓ For a no-obligation conversation about your communication challenges, get in touch with me today✓ Stay current with Diane on LinkedIn, as “Wyzga on Words” on Substack, and now Pandora Radio Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved.
Robert P. Jones, president and founder of Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) and the author of The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy: And the Path to a Shared American Future (Simon & Schuster, 2023), Ryan Burge, associate professor of political science at Eastern Illinois University, research director for Faith Counts, and the author of The Nones: Where They Came From, Who They Are, and Where They Are Going (Fortress Press, 2021), and Konstantin Toropin, Military.com's Pentagon correspondent, discuss the overlap and contradictions in the Trump administrations policies toward identity and religious affiliation.
On today's show: Robert P. Jones, president and founder of Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) and the author of The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy: And the Path to a Shared American Future (Simon & Schuster, 2023); Ryan Burge, associate professor of political science at Eastern Illinois University, research director for Faith Counts, and the author of The Nones: Where They Came From, Who They Are, and Where They Are Going (Fortress Press, 2021); and Konstantin Toropin, Military.com's Pentagon correspondent, discuss the overlap and contradictions in the Trump administration's policies toward identity and religious affiliation.
According to New York Times columnist, David Brooks, our society has given up on moral formation to focus instead on individual success and happiness. Can we recover a culture of shared virtue? Surprising new data shows that overall college enrollment is down, but Christian colleges and universities are growing. What's the explanation? Then Robert P. Jones, from PRRI, is back to unpack the numbers from the presidential election. Why did more Latinos support Trump, and are Democrats learning the wrong lessons from their loss? Also this week—animals hold grudges. List of Ways to Contribute: https://www.holypost.com/post/ways-to-contribute-to-la-fire-relief Holy Post Plus: Getting Schooled - Communion 201 https://www.patreon.com/posts/120202366/ 0:00 - Show Starts 3:17 - Theme Song 3:40 - Sponsor - Glorify - Sign up for the #1 Christian Daily Devotional App to help you stay focused on God. Go to https://glorify-app.com/en/HOLYPOST to download the app today! 4:43 - Sponsor - Rocket Money - Find and cancel your old subscriptions with Rocket Money at https://www.rocketmoney.com/holypost 5:50 - The Inauguration 8:30 - Connecting to Relief Work 12:05 - Ants' Tiny Grudges 17:30 - Character Building Toolkit 24:28 - Morally Fragmented World 39:21 - Christian College Growth 44:52 - Sponsor - J29 Coalition - Guide your church into a Christ-centered approach to politics! Visit https://j29coalition.com to sign up today 45:58 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Go to https://www.drinkag1.com/HOLYPOST 47:15 - Interview 48:50 - Lack of Change 57:01 - Don't Overread 1:12:44 - Fatigue 1:17:38 - Pray for Wisdom 1:21:40 - End Credits Links Mentioned in News Segment: World Relief: https://worldrelief.org/advocate/ Christian Colleges Continue to See Enrollment Growth: https://www.christianitytoday.com/2025/01/christian-colleges-continue-enrollment-growth-record/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=topic/religion Biologists Antagonised Ants: https://cosmosmagazine.com/nature/animals/biologists-antagonised-ants-and-found-out-they-can-hold-grudges/ Other resources: The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy: and the Path to a Shared American Future by Robert P. Jones: https://a.co/d/5ZoIHOp White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity by Robert P. Jones: https://a.co/d/0K5cI5W Robert P. Jones' Substack: www.whitetoolong.net Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
Have you noticed the rising chatter about toxic workplaces, especially on LinkedIn? While it's easy to point the finger at the obvious, the reality is that toxic behaviors often stem from unnoticed stressors and unintentional micromanaging. In this episode, we explore how leaders and entrepreneurs may be unknowingly contributing to workplace toxicity and how to shift from controlling behaviors to fostering a thriving team. Dig deeper: https://deniseglee.com/recognizing-a-toxic-work-environment-signs-and-solutions/ Visit DeniseGLee.com to:
Ancient Chinese practice or modern-day myth? Melia is exposing the hidden roots behind the three popular treatments recommended in the medical, health, and fitness fields. Learn about its controversial origins and the potential risks involved that can impact your health. Uncover the hidden roots behind Acupuncture, Yoga, and Chiropractic Care; and the spiritual implications involved... you will be shocked! Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to New Age Treatments 00:02:15 - Personal Experiences with Alternative Therapies 00:04:30 - Overview of Popular Treatments Discussed 00:06:00 - Acupuncture: Ancient Roots and Personal Impact 00:08:45 - Chiropractic Care: History and Personal Insights 00:11:30 - Yoga: Origins and Spiritual Implications 00:14:00 - The Spiritual Nature of Yoga Explained 00:16:15 - The Conflict of Yoga and Christian Beliefs 00:18:00 - The Importance of Awareness and Responsibility 00:20:30 - Encouragement for Reflection and Repentance 00:22:00 - Final Thoughts and Invitation for Feedback 00:24:15 - Fear Not Book: Insights from 17 Years of Research Blessings xo- Melia's Services -> https://meliadiana.com/our-services Melia's Books ->https://meliadiana.com/books Melia's Courses -> https://meliadiana.com/vertical-relationship-academy Melia's Prophetic Mentorship-> https://meliadiana.com/vertical-ambassador-mentorship
Have a comment? Send us a text! (We read all of them but can't reply). Email us: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.comThis episode of Faithful Politics takes a deep dive into the impact of white Christian nationalism on American democracy with Robert P. Jones, president of PRRI (Public Religion Research Institute). Host Will Wright and Jones analyze the pivotal role white Christians played in the 2024 election, drawing from Jones's Time Magazine article, “What White Christians Have Wrought,” and his latest book, The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future. The conversation traces the historical and cultural forces that have shaped white Christian political allegiance, explores the divide between religious and racial groups in voting behavior, and examines how Trump's continued support reflects deeper systemic challenges. This episode provides a candid look at the intersection of faith, politics, and social identity, highlighting what's at stake for the future of pluralistic democracy.What White Christians Have Wrought: https://time.com/7174260/white-christianity-trump-election-essay/Why Christian Democrats Are Seen as the “Wrong Kind” of Christian: https://open.substack.com/pub/faithfulpolitics/p/why-christian-democrats-are-seen?r=1bt7sx&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=webThe Hidden Roots of White Supremacy: and the Path to a Shared American Future: https://a.co/d/3jLsPfQRobert P. Jones is the president and founder of Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI). He is the author of the New York Times bestseller The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future (published September 5, 2023), as well as White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity, which won a 2021 American Book Award. He is also the author of The End of White Christian America, which won the 2019 Grawemeyer Award in Religion.Jones writes regularly on politics, culture, and religion for The Atlantic, TIME, Religion News Service, and other outlets. He is frequently featured in major national media, such as CNN, MSNBC, NPR, The New York Times, The Washington Post, and others. Jones writes a weekly newsletter for those dedicated to the work of truth-telling, repair, and healing from the legacy of white supremacy in AmerPlease consider a donation, it would help a lot! https://donorbox.org/faithful-politics-podcast Support the showPlease Help Support the showhttps://donorbox.org/faithful-politics-podcastTo learn more about the show, contact our hosts, or recommend future guests, click on the links below: Website: https://www.faithfulpoliticspodcast.com/ Faithful Host: Josh@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Political Host: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Twitter: @FaithfulPolitik Instagram: faithful_politics Facebook: FaithfulPoliticsPodcast LinkedIn: faithfulpolitics Subscribe to our Substack: https://faithfulpolitics.substack.com/
In this episode, we bring you a deep and reflective conversation from Theology Beer Camp focusing on the interlocking crises of democracy and religion in America. The panel took place on the Theology Nerd stage and was moderated by previous podcast guest, Aaron Stauffer from Wendland-Cook Program in Religion & Justice at Vanderbilt University and features esteemed scholars Robert C. Jones, Diana Butler Bass, and Gary Dorrien. They explore various dimensions of liberal democracy, social democracy, and the historical and present impacts of religion and race on American politics. The discussion delves into personal histories, the influence of the black social gospel, and practical steps for communities and churches to combat current socio-political challenges, particularly emphasizing community organizing and educational initiatives. If you want to get info, updates, and access to pre-sale tickets for Theology Beer Camp 2025 you can signup here. For information on Wendland-Cook's Solidarity Circles, a program to build virtual peer-networks for faith leaders, organizers, clergy, and members of the community to build grassroots solidarity, head over here. Previous Podcast Conversations Theology for Action with Aaron Stauffer Theological Ethics & Liberal Protestantism with Gary Dorrien James Cone and the Emergence of Black Theology with Garry Dorrien Truth & Kindness in the Public Square with Diana Butler Bass (a bunch more are linked there) Aaron Stauffer is the Director of Online Learning and Associate Director of the Wendland-Cook Program at Vanderbilt University Divinity School. He earned his PhD in social ethics at Union Theological Seminary in the City of New York and has organized with the Industrial Areas Foundation in San Antonio, Texas and Religions for Peace. His work has appeared in Tikkun, Sojourners, The Other Journal, Political Theology, and CrossCurrents, as well as other scholarly and popular publications. Diana Butler Bass, Ph.D., is an award-winning author, popular speaker, inspiring preacher, and one of America's most trusted commentators on religion and contemporary spirituality. Gary Dorrien is Reinhold Niebuhr Professor of Social Ethics at Union Theological Seminary and Professor of Religion at Columbia University. He is also the author of Anglican Identities: Logos Idealism, Imperial Whiteness, Commonweal Ecumenism, Social Ethics in the Making: Interpreting an American Tradition, American Democratic Socialism and In a Post-Hegelian Spirit: Philosophical Theology as Idealistic Discontent. You won't want to miss his upcoming theological memoir Over from Union Road My Christian-Left-Intellectual Life. Robert P. Jones. Is the president and founder of Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) and the author of three books best-selling books, The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future , White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity, The End of White Christian America . _____________________ Join my Substack - Process This! Join our upcoming class - THE RISE OF BONHOEFFER, for a guided tour of Bonhoeffer's life and thought. Go with me to Berlin to spend a week in Bonhoeffer's House! Follow the podcast, drop a review, send feedback/questions or become a member of the HBC Community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the election in just two days, Sam recaps essential points on refusing fascism in the event of various scenarios that may arise over the next few days and weeks. While there is much that we do not know about what will happen on Tuesday and after, we do know this: fascism is never legitimate. No election, fair or fraudulent, can legitimize a fascist regime. Join the online forum: Refuse Fascism Responds to the 2024 Election Friday, Nov 8 at 8PM ET. Sign-up to join us: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_FvJFMP5qSZO1pDEWtLaCxA Then, Sam talks with Robert P. Jones, president and founder of Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI). His latest book is The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy. Check out Dr. Jones' writing at www.whitetoolong.net and listen to The Convocation Unscripted podcast on YouTube or follow on Substack: convocation.substack.com Mentioned in this episode: Radical Reports by Teddy Wilson That “Little Secret” Between Trump and Johnson? Here's What It Could Mean. by Elie Mystal The Republican Supreme Court just blessed an illegal voter purge by Ian Millhiser By popular demand! Get your Refuse Fascism T-Shirt here: bonfire.com/refuse-fascism-pod-shirt Find out more about Refuse Fascism and get involved at RefuseFascism.org. Find us on all the socials: @RefuseFascism. Plus, Sam is on TikTok, check out @samgoldmanrf. Support the show at patreon.com/RefuseFascism Music for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown Additional Resources: Election Violence Is Already Here by Tess Owen Meet the Far-Right Constitutional Sheriffs Ready to Assert Control if Trump Loses by Leah Feiger How Republicans Could Help Trump Steal the Election from Harris by Justin Glawe and Asawin Suebsaeng
Is there tension between making money and being ethical in law and does this lead to a culture of toxicity? Today me and Helen Pamely are sitting down with senior partner of SMB (Simons Muirhead Burton), one of the law firms representing the individuals and families affected by the post office scandal. We dive into the question:What is the true root of toxicity within the legal industry?Simon is Senior Partner at SMB and joint head of both the Media and Corporate, Commercial & Finance teams. He is a commercial media lawyer with specialist experience in publishing, film and television finance, production and distribution as well as in media-related corporate transactions.Find out more here:https://www.smb.london/expertise/media-and-communications-disputes/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Welcome to this special episode of Somatic Healing Meditations. Today's episode is all about How To Heal Your Anxious Thoughts (At The Roots) and is a recording of a live workshop that I recently taught. It also includes a Parts Work Meditation for Anxiety that will help you experience deep anxiety relief while growing in self-compassion and self-understanding.I truly hope that you enjoy this workshop! It's a holistic and potent exploration of how to deepen your healing journey so that you can experience real change in your anxiety. Plus it introduces you to an incredibly effective paradigm of body-centered emotional healing to help you heal your core issues and make real change in your life.___Episode timing:00:00 - How To Heal Your Anxious Thoughts (At The Roots)03:40 - Your thoughts are symptoms of something deeper13:21 - The Hidden Roots of Anxiety19:36 - How To Work With Our Anxious Parts32:44 - Parts Work Meditation For Anxiety1:00:00 - Question + AnswersOther episodes mentioned: 038 - 15-Minute Meditation to Effectively Reduce Anxiety And Stress (Using Havening Techniques)Download the slides from the workshop___For a short time only, enrollment is open for my group coaching program, Rooted + Resilient.When you're ready for deep transformation… What you really need is a practical approach to deep self-healing … An easy and non-threatening way to explore and transform the holistic ecosystem of your psyche. And that's exactly what you get in Rooted + Resilient.In Rooted + Resilient you'll learn a tested and true approach to inner work that will not only help you heal the wounds from your past, but will also give you the tools you need to face any future challenges from a compassionate and empowered place.Learn more here!___Connect with Karena:@helloinnerlight on Instagram, and YouTubehelloinnerlight.comSomatic Healing Meditations homepageFree mini-course: The Feel it to Heal it Mini-CourseJoin The Co-Regulation Community: https://helloinnerlight.com/the-coregulation-communityEnrolling now! Rooted + Resilient Group Program
The publishing industry has a new popular theme: books related to the “threat to American democracy.” Turns out that, according to books like, “The False White Gospel,” “Confronting Christofascism,” “The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy,” and “American Idolatry,” the common theme is: there is a danger to the destruction of American democracy and it is, horror of horrors, American conservative Christians, evangelicals. We are the extremists that the world needs to be warned about. Well, American democracy is in fact in danger, but let's talk about where the real problems are. Eric Teetsel, “Killing the filibuster to kill the unborn,” September 26, 2024. Miles Smith, “'Unburdened' by the Constitution,” August 28, 2024. Daniel Darling, “The extremists you warned us about,” August 20, 2024. Jordan J. Ballor, “The Supreme Court isn't broken,” August 15, 2024.
Jesse and Brittany welcome a friend of the show, Robert P. Jones, Founder and President of the Public Religion Research Institute and author of several books including the NEWLY RELEASED PAPERBACK, "The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future." Together they discuss the new afterword included in the newly released paperback version of his book, the upcoming election, and his experiences promoting a book about racism's roots in Christianity for the past year. They also discuss Robert's fantastic Substack and his newly launched podcast, "The Convocation Unscripted."Subscribe to Robert P. Jones' Substack: https://substack.com/@robertpjonesSubscribe to The Convocation Unscripted: https://www.youtube.com/@The_ConvocationPlease donate to our fundraiser for the National Abortion Federation on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8q1mJvoOy2o?si=uzFtVqRnLiS6jz1V SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON: http://www.TeamDollemore.comNEW MERCH AVAILABLE AT: http://www.dollemore.infoJoin the private Facebook listener group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1770575259637583Send a text or voicemail of fewer than three minutes to (657) 464-7609.Show Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/IDoubtPodcastShow Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/IDoubtItPodcastJesse on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dollemoreBrittany on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanyepageBuy a T-Shirt, Hoodie, Mug, or Tote: https://www.dollemore.infoPatreon: http://www.dollemore.com/patreonPayPal: http://www.dollemore.com/paypalAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 600-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ In this episode of Straight White American Jesus, Brad dives into PRRI's 2023 Census of American Religion with Dr. Robert P. Jones, author of The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy. Together, they break down the ongoing decline of White Christian America, the growing number of younger people who are religiously unaffiliated, and the stark differences between the religious demographics of the Democratic and Republican parties. They dig into how these demographic shifts are shaping the culture and politics of the country, offering key insights into the religious and racial trends transforming the U.S. today. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/StraightWhiteJC Order Brad's book: https://bookshop.org/a/95982/9781506482163 This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/RC and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In the second hour of "Connections with Evan Dawson" on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, we speak with Robert P. Jones, author of "The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future." He shares his thoughts on past American events and his hopes for the future of the country.
Dr Bruce Alexander is an internationally recognised author and psychologist perhaps most well known for his “rat-park” experiment and dislocation theory of addiction. Few people on the planet have contributed more to our understanding of the social and contextual factors driving addiction, so it was a real privilege to have this conversation. In this episode you'll learn: — Why psychology is only one piece of the addiction puzzle and the importance of taking a wider view — The extent to which belonging to a culture can be thought of as a basic human need; as essential to our wellbeing as food and water, and what happens in its absence — The historical factors driving the addiction crisis — Bruce's famous rat park experiment and how this is slowly leading to a paradigm shift in how we see addictions And more. You can learn more about Bruce's work by going to: www.brucekalexander.com --- Dr Bruce K. Alexander is a renowned Canadian psychologist and professor emeritus at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, British Columbia. He is best known for his groundbreaking work in the field of addiction and his influential theory known as the "Rat Park" experiment. Bruce Kenneth Alexander was born on December 13, 1939, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of British Columbia, where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. He then pursued graduate studies at the University of Oregon, earning his Ph.D. in experimental psychology. Throughout his career, Alexander focused on studying addiction and its underlying causes, challenging prevailing theories that viewed addiction as solely a result of chemical dependency. He sought to explore the social and environmental factors that contribute to addictive behavior. Alexander's work highlighted the importance of social connections, environmental factors, and personal fulfillment in preventing and treating addiction. He argued that creating supportive communities and addressing the root causes of addiction, such as social isolation and psychological distress, are crucial for effective prevention and treatment strategies. Beyond his research, Alexander has been a vocal advocate for drug policy reform and has been critical of the war on drugs. He has called for a shift toward harm reduction strategies and the implementation of evidence-based approaches to address substance abuse. Bruce K. Alexander has published numerous articles and book chapters on addiction, psychology, and drug policy. His work continues to inspire researchers, clinicians, and policymakers in the field of addiction studies. --- 4 Books Dr Alexander Recommends for Every Therapist Should Read: — Scenes and studies of savage life - Sproat, Gilbert Malcolm, 1832-1913 - https://bit.ly/SSS-UBC2023 — Addiction and Devotion in Early Modern England — Rebecca Lemon - https://amzn.to/3XIBCW7 — Crack in America: Demon Drugs and Social Justice — Craig Reinarman and Harry G. Levine - https://amzn.to/433VtQE — Coming Clean: Overcoming Addiction without Treatment — Robert Granfield and William Cloud - https://amzn.to/3ppAqKN
Birth rates are plummeting around the world and no one has cracked the code on how to get people to have babies. More money, free daycare, and medical advances don't appear to help…and criminalizing abortion DEFINITELY doesn't help. This week on How We Got Here, Erin and Max break down how the 20th century baby boom is misremembered, the factors responsible for declining birth rates today, and whether anything can be done about it. SOURCES: Understanding the Baby Boom - Works in ProgressGerman birth rate drops steeply against backdrop of unease – DW – 03/20/2024Italy's falling birth rate is a crisis that's only getting worse | EuronewsSouth Korea's birth rate is so low, the president wants to create a ministry to tackle it | CNNRomania's abortion ban was deadly for women and is a warning for U.S. - The Washington PostEl Salvador (CIA)El Salvador: Court Hears Case on Total Abortion Ban | Human Rights WatchAlarm as South Korea sees more deaths than birthsWork–life balance - Government of SwedenU.S. Fertility Rate Falls to Record Low - WSJA World Without Men: Inside South Korea's 4B MovementEverything you need to know about artificial wombsCan Immigration Solve the Demographic Dilemma? – IMF F&D
Donald Trump has enjoyed strong support from white Evangelical Christians since his first run for the presidency. But recently, he has made a specific brand of Christianity a centerpiece of his campaign. He repeatedly casts himself as a messiah figure, even comparing his legal troubles to the persecution of Christ. He regularly ends his rallies with prayer. And last week he started hocking a version of the Bible that also includes copies of the founding documents of the United States. “Trump is now wrapping his candidacy around this idea of White Christian Nationalism,” says Robert P. Jones, president and founder of the Public Religion Research Institute, or PRRI. He is also author of two books about the relationship between race and religion in the United States, “The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy,” as well as “White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity.” Jones joins Diane on this week's episode of On My Mind to talk about what's behind the attempts to build The Church of Trump, and why he sees it as a dangerous development for the country. To find out more about Robert P. Jones and read his latest, visit his blog, “White Too Long”: https://www.whitetoolong.net/.
Dr. Robert P. Jones is founder and president of Public Religion Research Institute. He has a Ph.D in religion and a bachelors in computing science in mathmatics. His new book explores the long and sordid backstory of American racism, which was - and is - often cloaked in the banner of Christianity.Dr. Jones' book: https://amzn.to/3uWYw1CVIDEO of this conversation: https://youtu.be/VehbwjrXTuwThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3270347/advertisement
Happy Monday! Sam and Emma speak with Robert P. Jones, President and Founder of the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI), to discuss his recent book The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy: and the Path to a Shared American Future. First, Sam and Emma break down what has taken place over the weekend in Israel and Gaza, as well as the enormous pro-Palestine demonstrations that were held across the world, specifically the massive march that took place in Washington D.C. to demand a ceasefire. Then, they're joined by Robert, who discusses his research on something known as the "discovery doctrine", a policy put in place by colonizers in the 15th century to justify expropriating lands of indigenous peoples abroad in the name of Western/European exploration and conquering, and how that doctrine has even been used to this day to justify anti-indigenous Supreme Court rulings and policy as recently as the early 1990's. Robert also delves in 3 different communities in Minnesota, Oklahoma, and Mississippi and draws a through line between them, highlighting how indignities inflicted by white settlers on indigenous peoples and by racist whites later on in history on black people characterized all of them, with the "discovery doctrine", while with slight permutations, defines the interactions across ethnicities in those areas. Jones also makes clear the connection between Christian nationalism and white supremacy, and how much of the colonizing mindset, from the 15th century conquests of explorers like Hernando de Soto up until the expeditions of settlers moving West during the time of "Manifest Destiny" in the late 1800's, are defined by both ideologies. Before he leaves, Robert threads this particular needle to the present day in the time of Speaker Mike Johnson, someone he refers to as "the embodiment of Christian nationalism in a tailored suit." And in the Fun Half, Sam and Emma touch on the terrible polling out of the NYTimes/Siena college, as well as ABCNews/Ipsos, that shows Biden's favorability plummeting and him losing multiple hypothetical swing state matchups with Trump, a showing so bad that even David Axelrod wants Biden to consider stepping aside. Then, they check in on some of the progressive House members appearances on the weekend shows, where Reps. Pramila Jayapal and Jamaal Bowman highlighted the complicity of the Israeli military on the atrocities in Gaza; they also take a look at Israeli historian Avi Shlaim debunking some of the rhetoric surrounding the so-called "divisiveness" of the phrase "from the river to the sea." They also take a look at Sen. Cory Booker trying desperately to stop a pro-ceasefire chant from growing at one of his rallies, to the tune of "We Are Family" by Sister Sledge. They then turn to Norm Finkelstein schooling some moron on Russia Today who accuses him of hating Jews (Finkelstein is the son of Holocaust survivors), then get to the most important thing on today's schedule: The premiere of the trailer for "Jingle Smells" the new Sean Hannity-produced Christmas movie starring former SNL luminaries Jim Breuer and Victoria Jackson. Plus, your calls & IM's! Check out Robert's book here: https://www.acappellabooks.com/pages/books/305700/robert-p-jones/the-hidden-roots-of-white-supremacy-and-the-path-to-a-shared-american-future Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com: https://fans.fm/majority/join Subscribe to the ESVN YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/esvnshow Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! http://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: http://majority.fm/app Check out today's sponsors: Nutrafol: Take the first step to visibly thicker, healthier hair. For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to https://Nutrafol.com/men and enter the promo code TMR. Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn @BradKAlsop Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on Youtube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder - https://majorityreportradio.com/
We report four state-church victories this week: Minnesota, Oklahoma and two in California. We also report on the advocacy group FFRF Action Fund, working to keep religion out of politics and law. Then we speak with Robert P. Jones, president and founder of the Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) about his powerful new book The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy: and the Path to a Shared American Future.
Are you familiar with the Doctrine of Discovery? Wretched Radio | Air Date: September 14, 2023 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2023-0914.mp3 Segment 1 Are you familiar with the Doctrine of Discovery? The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy, White Too Long -Robert P. Jones Joining us, Pastor Jesse Johnson of Immanuel Bible Church and Cripplegate. Let's listen to Robert P. […] The post A NEW ASSAULT ON CHRISTIANITY appeared first on Wretched.
Researcher and author Robert P. Jones joins Thom to talk about his new book "The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future" Plus - Thom reads from the book 'Biased: Uncovering the Hidden Prejudice That Shapes What We See, Think, and Do' by Jennifer EberhardtSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Data indicates that white supremacy is growing in popularity, and according to FBI statistics hate crimes have spiked by 35 percent in recent years. Why can't America shake itself free from white supremacy? The president and founder of Public Religion Research Institute, Robert P. Jones, is back to discuss his new book about the real roots of white supremacy in the 15th century Doctrine of Discovery. Also this week, why are religious Republican primary candidates losing so badly to Donald Trump? Holy Post Pundit and sociologist, Ryan Burge, says despite 30 years of conservative political activism liberals have clearly won the culture war. So why are so many evangelicals still fighting it? And, research finds robot preachers stink, and Phil is confused about professional corn hole players. Holy Post Plus: Getting Schooled - Conspiracy Theories https://www.patreon.com/posts/88443462 0:00 - Intro 1:28 - Show Starts 4:27 - Theme Song 4:49 - Sponsor - Sunday's Dog Food - Get 35% off your first order of Sundays. Go to www.SundaysForDogs.com/HOLYPOST or use code HOLYPOST at checkout 6:03 - News of the Good 13:45 - Robotic Preachers 19:31 - GOP Debate 29:09 - Liberals Have Won the Culture War 49:11 - Sponsor - Magic Spoon Go to www.magicspoon.com/HOLYPOST and use code HOLYPOST to get $5 off 50:48 - Sponsor - Fabric by Gerber Life Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at www.meetfabric.com/HOLYPOST - Interview Intro Robert Jones 54:08 - The 1619 Project 1:04:51 - The Doctrine of Discovery Manifest Destiny 1:13:53 - The modern ramifications 1:31:44 - End Credits Links mentioned in news segment: Quadruple Amputee Given 3% of Survival as Baby Defies Odds, Becomes Pro Sportsman https://mymodernmet.com/dayton-webber-american-cornhole-league-quadruple-amputee/ Robot preachers get less respect, fewer donations https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2023/07/robot-preachers-less-respect Liberals have won the Culture War https://www.graphsaboutreligion.com/p/liberals-have-won-the-culture-war Other resources: The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy: and the Path to a Shared American Future by Robert Jones https://amzn.to/3qWeGGQ White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity by Robert Jones https://amzn.to/3qHRRH6 Holy Post Episode 475 with Robert Jones https://www.holypost.com/post/episode-475-mammoths-mcdowell-making-sense-of-white-supremacy-with-robert-p-jones Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/ Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
Jesse and Brittany welcome Robert P. Jones, founder and president of the Public Religion Research Institute, to discuss his new book, "The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future." Together, they discuss the origins of the white supremacy problem in America, which Robert tracked back to the Doctrine of Discovery with a focus on the brutality against indigenous people, including their forced removal and killing. In the book and the discussion, there is a particular focus on historic events for indigenous and enslaved people in Mississippi, Minnesota, and Oklahoma. Together, they discuss the lasting impact of the white supremacy problem in America today and the steps we can take to work toward righting the wrongs of the past. Follow Robert P. Jones on Twitter: https://twitter.com/robertpjones Pre-order his book on Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-hidden-roots-of-white-supremacy-and-the-path-to-a-shared-american-future-robert-p-jones/19726759?ean=9781668009512 Pre-order his book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Hidden-Roots-White-Supremacy-American/dp/166800951X Subscribe to his newsletter here: https://www.whitetoolong.net/SUPPORT THE SHOW ON PATREON: http://www.TeamDollemore.comNEW MERCH AVAILABLE AT: http://www.dollemore.infoJoin the private Facebook listener group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1770575259637583Send a text or voicemail of fewer than three minutes to (657) 464-7609.Show Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/IDoubtPodcastShow Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/IDoubtItPodcastJesse on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/dollemoreBrittany on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/brittanyepageBuy a T-Shirt, Hoodie, Mug, or Tote: https://www.dollemore.infoPatreon: http://www.dollemore.com/patreonPayPal: http://www.dollemore.com/paypalAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Brad speaks with Dr. Robert P. Jones, President of PRRI and author of the new book The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy: And the Path to a Shared American Future. Beginning with contemporary efforts to reckon with the legacy of white supremacy in America, Jones returns to the fateful year when a little-known church doctrine emerged that shaped the way five centuries of European Christians would understand the “discovered” world and the people who populated it. Along the way, he shows us the connections between Emmett Till and the Spanish conquistador Hernando De Soto in the Mississippi Delta, between the lynching of three Black circus workers in Duluth and the mass execution of thirty-eight Dakota men in Mankato, and between the murder of 300 African Americans during the burning of Black Wall Street in Tulsa and the Trail of Tears. Buy the book here in order to support the show: https://bookshop.org/lists/swaj-recommends-september-2023 To Donate: venmo - @straightwhitejc Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BradleyOnishi Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/straightwhiteamericanjesus Linktree: https://linktr.ee/StraightWhiteJC Order Brad's new book: https://www.amazon.com/Preparing-War-Extremist-Christian-Nationalism/dp/1506482163 For access to the full Orange Wave series, click here: https://irreverent.supportingcast.fm/products/the-orange-wave-a-history-of-the-religious-right-since-1960 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://swaj.supportingcast.fm
Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 700 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls Check out StandUpwithPete.com to learn more On today's show I quickly recapped the first GOP debate without the guy likely to be the nominee and our watch party that we had so much fun at - then I got to my guest Robbie Jones to talk about his amazing and very important new book The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy: and the Path to a Shared American Future Taking the story of white supremacy in America back to 1493, and examining contemporary communities in Mississippi, Minnesota, and Oklahoma for models of racial repair, The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy helps chart a new course toward a genuinely pluralistic democracy. Beginning with contemporary efforts to reckon with the legacy of white supremacy in America, Jones returns to the fateful year when a little-known church doctrine emerged that shaped the way five centuries of European Christians would understand the “discovered” world and the people who populated it. Along the way, he shows us the connections between Emmett Till and the Spanish conquistador Hernando De Soto in the Mississippi Delta, between the lynching of three Black circus workers in Duluth and the mass execution of thirty-eight Dakota men in Mankato, and between the murder of 300 African Americans during the burning of Black Wall Street in Tulsa and the Trail of Tears. From this vantage point, Jones shows how the enslavement of Africans was not America's original sin but, rather, the continuation of acts of genocide and dispossession flowing from the first European contact with Native Americans. These deeds were justified by people who embraced the 15th century Doctrine of Discovery: the belief that God had designated all territory not inhabited or controlled by Christians as their new promised land. This reframing of American origins explains how the founders of the United States could build the philosophical framework for a democratic society on a foundation of mass racial violence—and why this paradox survives today in the form of white Christian nationalism. Through stories of people navigating these contradictions in three communities, Jones illuminates the possibility of a new American future in which we finally fulfill the promise of a pluralistic democracy. Robert P. Jones is the CEO and Founder of PRRI and a leading scholar and commentator on religion, culture, and politics. Robert P. Jones is the CEO and founder of Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI) and the author of White Too Long: The Legacy of White Supremacy in American Christianity, which won a 2021 American Book Award. Jones writes regularly on politics, culture, and religion for The Atlantic online, NBC Think, and other outlets. He is frequently featured in major national media, such as CNN, MSNBC, NPR, The New York Times, The Washington Post, and others. He is also the author of The End of White Christian America, which won the 2019 Grawemeyer Award in Religion. Jones writes weekly at https://robertpjones.substack.com, a newsletter for those dedicated to the work of truth-telling, repair, and healing from the legacy of white supremacy in American Christianity. He holds a Ph.D. in religion from Emory University, an M.Div. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a B.S. in computing science and mathematics from Mississippi College. Jones was selected by Emory University's Graduate Division of Religion as Distinguished Alumnus of the Year in 2013, and by Mississippi College's Mathematics Department as Alumnus of the Year in 2016. Jones serves on the national program committee for the American Academy of Religion and is a past member of the editorial boards for the Journal of the American Academy of Religion, and Politics and Religion, a journal of the American Political Science Association. Pete on Tik Tok Pete on YouTube Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll Follow and Support Pete Coe