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Dr. Karen Litzy is joined by Dr. Pedro Teixeira, Vice President of AI Engineering at Prompt Health and former co-founder and CEO of Prediction Health, for a practical conversation about how AI fits into healthcare workflows. Pedro breaks down the differences among automation, AI, and agentic systems and explains why the best tools support clinicians rather than replace their judgment. This episode focuses on what clinic owners and clinicians should look for when evaluating AI tools: workflow fit, safety, latency, cost, and whether the system improves over time. If you want a grounded, non-hype conversation about AI in healthcare, this is a useful one. Key topics ·       In this episode, Karen and Pedro compare thoughtful AI vs powerful AI and why workflow fit matters as much as model capability. ·       Pedro explains latency in practical terms, including why perceived delay matters and how feedback like loading states can make AI feel faster. ·       They unpack tokens, model size, and cost, including why input and output usage can change pricing so quickly. ·       Pedro shares how AI can work in the background across notes, codes, compliance checks, and analytics for clinic owners. ·       The conversation covers HIPAA, PHI, encryption, sandboxing, and limited tool access as essential safeguards for healthcare AI. ·       Pedro distinguishes automation, AI, and agentic systems, with examples of when rules are enough and when messy data really does call for AI. ·       They compare predictive vs generative models and explain why generating plausible text is not the same as forecasting a clinical outcome. ·       Karen and Pedro discuss how some clinics are using AI as a decision support tool, while still keeping humans in control of final decisions. ·       Pedro emphasizes that clinic owners should think in terms of systems, including what happens when AI works well and when it fails. ·       He closes with a simple evaluation question for any AI pitch: How does this system get better over time? Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction and why Pedro Teixeira is a grounded voice on AI in healthcare 01:24 - Why thoughtful AI matters more than powerful AI 03:57 - What latency means and why perceived speed changes the user experience 05:16 - How models work with transcripts, prompts, and tokens 07:24 - What tokens are and why AI bills can rise fast 09:13 - The real cost of large models, GPUs, and background processing 11:23 - How AI can quietly support clinic analytics and business coaching 13:13 - Why healthcare AI must stay closed loop and HIPAA safe 15:13 - Automation vs AI vs agentic systems 18:59 - Predictive vs generative models explained for clinic owners 21:45 - When AI can predict patterns from clinician notes and when it cannot 24:03 - How power user clinics are using AI tools in practice 25:56 - Why AI should do what clinicians decide, not decide for them 28:37 - Designing AI around systems, workflows, and failure states 30:22 - Using SOPs and training docs to think through AI implementation 31:57 - How clinic owners should evaluate whether to bring AI into the practice 35:53 - The one question to ask any AI vendor: how does it improve over time? 37:00 - Final takeaways and encouraging clinics to experiment 38:02 - Lightning round: overhyped AI tools in healthcare 39:20 - What clinicians should understand about how AI really works 40:50 - What Pedro would do if he were not building healthcare AI 41:41 - Real world learning, messy data, and why experience matters 42:59 - Pedro's health habits and the AI built tracker on his watch 44:15 - Where to find Pedro and Prompt Health Notable quotes "Thoughtful AI is really taking into account where are people using it, how does it fit into their day to day?" "The best systems are the ones where you are deciding." "How does this system get better?" Resources & Links: ·      Prompt Health ·      Pedro on LinkedIn More About Dr. Pedro Teixeira: Pedro Teixeira, MD, PhD, is Vice President of AI Engineering at Prompt Health and previously served as Co-Founder and CEO of PredictionHealth, now a Prompt Health company. With nearly two decades of experience across AI and healthcare and PhD-level training in biomedical informatics from Harvard and Vanderbilt, Pedro is one of the most grounded voices on AI in healthcare. He believes healthcare's biggest challenges are systems problems, not technology problems, and that the real promise of AI is creating leverage so clinicians can spend more time on what matters most: their patients. Jane Sponsorship Information: Book a one-on-one demo here Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify SoundCloud Stitcher iHeart Radio

This is episode is part of the Heart and Soul book series. If you haven't heard: WE ARE RELEASING A BOOK! Handlebar Volume 1: Heart and Soul, A Practical Guide To Help You Open Your Heart And Clear Out Your Soul is now available for pre-order and official releases on August 25th. (Link below)Preorder here:https://upperroom.store/products/handlebars-heart-soul?fbclid=PAdGRleATLcN1wZG9mAmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzEyNDAyNDU3NDI4NzQxNAABp2Y1_QgaZE-_A05-8hfAS3ShjEr5-4AfnhWxEMS5WaZUvNdu1IgAqP3MHLrK_aem_-4kQgXGwNJwDRnrtStjC7QPreorder from Amazon:https://us.amazon.com/Handlebars-Heart-Aaron-W-Smith/dp/B0G36GNRPXCheck out our website, Thehandlebarpodcast.com for more information, merch, how to partner with us and more. You can subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@thehandlebarpodcast

This week I'm having an honest conversation about something more studio owners are sitting with right now than ever before. What happens when you lead with integrity and someone questions it. When a child you've watched grow up quietly disappears and you hear about it through the grapevine. When your confidence takes a hit — even when you're experienced, even when you're capable.I also share my own recent experience of stopping and questioning everything, and why the resistance I kept feeling was a signal worth paying attention to.This isn't an episode with steps or a framework. It's a conversation that names the things most of us don't say out loud — because sometimes being seen is the thing that helps the most.

Contact us. We'd love to serve youRequest a stay at a Shepherd's House LocationGive financially to support the work of helping pastors thriveWrite a review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyFind out more about the Advancing the Church Equip Conference taking place September 10-11, 2026 in New Albany, IN.(01:45) Introducing Bethel Webb & Practical Shepherding Women(03:15) Bethel's Background in the Philippines & Ministry Family(06:15) Call to Counseling & Move to Southern Seminary(08:15) Connecting with Kara Croft & Joining Practical Shepherding(10:25) Two Types of Pastors' Wives(11:50) The Deep Struggle of Isolation for Pastors' Wives(15:00) Finding a Place in the Church & Expectations(17:30) Cultural Differences in Expectations of Pastors' Wives(19:15) Global Patterns & Unique Church Contexts(20:55) Three Pillars of the Women's Ministry: Care, Content, Cohorts(23:00) Counseling, Writing, and Upcoming Book Studies(24:45) Global Cohorts & Safe Spaces for Pastors' Wives(26:45) Mentoring Pastors' Wives & Need for Seasoned Leaders(29:00) Challenges Facing Pastors' Kids & Deconstruction(31:15) Giving PKs Freedom, Voice, and Honest Conversation(32:43) Final word and Prayer

Mental health is something we all have—but why is it still so difficult for so many people to talk about?On this episode of The Arrington Gavin Show, Arrington sits down with special guest Dr. Tiffinee Yancy, Licensed Professional Counselor and founder of Virtual Peace of Mind, for an open and thought-provoking conversation about mental health, healing, relationships, trauma, stress, and the importance of asking for help.We discuss why people often suffer in silence, the stigma surrounding therapy, the pressure to always appear "strong," how our past can influence our present, and whether today's fast-paced, social-media-driven world is making it harder to truly find peace.We also tackle some bigger questions: Are we actually healing—or simply learning how to cope? Can you be successful on the outside while struggling on the inside? And when does being "strong" become unhealthy?It's an honest conversation about breaking stigmas, protecting your peace, and understanding that taking care of your mental health should be just as normal as taking care of your physical health.Special Guest: Dr. Tiffinee YancyLicensed Professional Counselor | Founder, Virtual Peace of MindEp. 647 | BREAKING THE STIGMA: AN HONEST CONVERSATION ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH#MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #BreakingTheStigma #Therapy #Healing #PeaceOfMind #TheArringtonGavinShow #AGShowLive

Jamey Carrington was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy at age 1, and now at 19 he reflects on his life of faith, suffering, and disability. It's a beautiful message of hope, inspiration, and wrestling with God.Jamey's channel: ⁨https://youtube.com/@itsjameycarrington⁩ NEW: Check out our Merch store! https://shop.lilaroseshow.com/Join our new Patreon community! https://patreon.com/lilaroseshow - We'll have BTS footage, ad-free episodes, and early access to our upcoming guests.A big thanks to our partner, EWTN, the world's leading religious network! Discover news, entertainment and more at https://www.ewtn.com/ Check out our Sponsors:-EveryLife Women: https://www.everylife.com/lila Buy diapers and women's health products from an amazing company and use code LILA10 to get 10% off!-Seven Weeks Coffee: https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com Buy your pro-life coffee and Save up to 25% with promo code 'LILA' & get a free gift: http://www.sevenweekscoffee.com-Hallow: https://www.hallow.com/lila Enter into prayer more deeply this season with the Hallow App, get 3 months free by using this link to sign up! -Presidio Healthcare: Healthcare and doctors who share your values. Visit: https://www.presidiocare.com/lila 00:00:00 - Intro00:01:32 - The challenge to accept God's will00:08:12 - Jamey's disability and childhood00:11:14 - How do I know God loves me?00:15:51 - Rock bottom00:21:33 - The lowest point for Jamey00:23:39 - Jamey's love for Mother Mary00:28:54 - Being honest about p*rn struggles00:34:21 - Jamie's growing faith00:41:53 - Feeding your heart, not just your head00:44:41 - God giving scars purpose00:47:47 - When did you hear God ask you to share your story?00:52:35 - Disagreements with disabled community00:59:53 - “This breaks my heart every time”01:03:04 - What would you tell little Jamey?

'I WANT YOU TO STOP NOW' - REECE BELLOTTI HONEST CONVERSATION WITH WIFE CHARLOTTE AFTER ROYSTON LOSS

Welcome to PGX: Raw & Real #202PGX: Raw & Real is simple. I sit with people who've lived through something and/or made it big.This isn't meant to be inspiration or a template for life (for that, you can check out PGX Ideas).This space is different. It's their story, as they experienced it.In this episode, I spoke to Vijay Varma, an Indian actor best known for his work in Hindi films and web series.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:56 - Why Boys Avoid to Talk?4:39 - Leaving Home and Growing Up6:31 - Why Personality Sells More Than Talent?10:09 - Getting Inside A Character's Mind17:03 - Things He's Still Scared To Do23:29 - Crazy Maradona Doping Story26:29 - He Rejected By Every Acting School29:59 - What Real Acting Training Feels Like34:12 - How His Dad Showed He Cared37:03 - The Lie That Changed His Path40:51 - Why Guilt Followed Him Everywhere45:47 - Vijay Varma on Superstardom48:55 - What is His Biggest Fears?56:20 - What Else Does He Do in His Free Time?1:04:43 - His Favorite Video Games?1:08:41 - The Best Show You've Never SeenEnjoy.— Prakhar

What does it take to build a luxury tented lodge in the middle of the Okavango Delta? To engineer a fabric structure that withstands a category five cyclone on the Australian coast? To convince a Swiss banker to walk away from a 20-year career and move to Bali to manufacture tented villas? Or to take a chance on a stretch tent made from horse-riding trouser fabric on a film set in Namibia, and turn that into one of the most innovative tent architecture firms in the world? It takes the kind of people you're about to meet. This is Titans of Tents... a brand new series inside the Glamping Business Podcast... and this first episode is where it all begins. I'm Sarah Riley, and I've spent years watching this industry grow from a niche curiosity into a globally recognised asset class. But one conversation I've never heard - not once - is the one where the people who actually build the foundations of this industry sit down together and speak honestly about how they got here, what they've learned, and where they think it's all going. Until now. In this episode, I'm joined by four of the world's leading glamping structure founders: Brendan O'Molony of Tenthouse Structures in South Africa, Ueli Wick of Escape Nomade in Bali, Tom Butterfield of Eco Structures in Western Australia, and David Patrick Court of Bushtec Creations, operating across Africa and the Middle East. Between them, they have delivered tented structures in over 55 countries, worked with some of the world's most prestigious hospitality brands, and built their reputations in some of the most remote and challenging environments on earth. What makes this conversation different isn't just their collective experience... it's the combination of genuine competitive respect, deep friendship, and a shared mission to raise standards across the industry that brings them together. They are four founders with hard-won knowledge, strong opinions, and the kind of honesty that only comes from having actually done the work. In this first episode, we hear their origin stories, and they are not what you'd expect. We talk about whether glamping is truly a global industry or a collection of very different regional stories. We explore what COVID really did to the outdoor hospitality sector, why an AI-disrupted world might be the best thing that ever happened to tented structures, and what is still... even now... misunderstood about what these buildings can actually do. This is the conversation the industry has been waiting for. Welcome to episode one of The Titans of Tents.  ____________ Who are the Titans? Brendan O'Molony - Tenthouse Structures (South Africa / Singapore) Brendan founded Tenthouse Structures in 2010, and over the past 15 years it has evolved into one of the industry's most innovative full-service tent architecture firms, delivering luxury tented camps and lodges across Africa, the USA, the Middle East, Europe and Australia. Headquartered in South Africa with an international sales and marketing office in Singapore, Tenthouse has developed over 60 international properties, and Brendan leads a 40+ strong team of tent-tensile architects, engineers, technicians, and lightweight building specialists. His personal mission is engineering superior wilderness fabric structures that are optimised to site... low-impact, high-comfort, and built for some of the world's most remote locations https://www.tenthousestructures.com/  Ueli Wick - Escape Nomade (Bali, Indonesia) A Swiss national who spent most of his professional life in private banking with UBS and Credit Suisse, Ueli made a dramatic career pivot and now leads Escape Nomade, designers and manufacturers of luxury tented villas based in Bali, with a mission to bring the "living without walls" lifestyle to a global audience. Under his leadership, Escape Nomade has delivered more than 450 luxury tented structures across 55 countries. Their product sits at the haute couture end of the market... large, semi-permanent, fully furnished tented villas used in resorts, wellness centres, and private residences worldwide https://escapenomade.com/  Tom Butterfield - Eco Structures (Western Australia) Tom has been driving product and concept at Eco Structures Australia since 2012, and has since completed over 85 glamping projects worldwide. His international portfolio spans locations including the US Virgin Islands, Saudi Arabia, China, and several Class A World Reserves. Eco Structures specialises in cost-effective, environmentally sustainable glamping accommodation engineered for remote and challenging terrain... including their patented concrete-free eco anchors and prefabricated bathroom pods... and exports globally from their Western Australia base https://www.ecostructures.com.au/  David Patrick Court - Bushtec Creations (South Africa / Middle East) David heads up Bushtec Creations as an Independent Executive Consultant, bringing over 25 years of safari and tourism/hospitality expertise across Botswana, Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East. Bushtec holds a current range of 1,300+ tent designs... more options than any other tent manufacturer... with a fully owned manufacturing plant covering all canvas and steel components. Their work spans luxury safari lodges, award-winning tented resorts (including Sharjah's Kingfisher Retreat), and turnkey solutions across Africa, the GCC, and the Far East https://bushtec.net/our-tents/   Sarah Riley - Inspired Courses ☆ The Glamping Academy ☆ Inspired Collective Sarah Riley is the founder of The Glamping Academy... part of Inspired Collective Ltd. With over 15 years of experience in the glamping, retreat, and unique hospitality industry, Sarah has supported more than 2,000 business launches across 18 countries. She hosts the Glamping Business Podcast and Glamping Americas Podcast. She is also the Conference Director for the Glamping Show Americas.

Sexual wellness expert Vanessa Cushing, LPC, CST, joins Spaghetti on the Wall to discuss healthy relationships, overcoming intimacy challenges, trauma recovery, and how AI is reshaping sexual health education. Don't miss this thoughtful conversation about breaking stigma, improving communication, and building stronger connections through evidence-based care.Connect with Vanessa CushingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanessa.cushing/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessacushing/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-cushing-477051156/Website: https://www.cushingcounseling.com/

Leadership failures rarely happen overnight. More often, they begin with unseen pressures, unresolved pain, and unhealthy patterns that slowly erode a leader from the inside out. In this special compilation episode, we bring together four candid conversations with experienced church leaders who openly share the personal struggles that nearly derailed their ministries. Rather than focusing on leadership strategies or organizational systems, this episode explores the inner life of church leaders. From burnout and unprocessed grief to stress management, character formation, and radical honesty before God, don’t miss the lessons that can help you build healthier, more sustainable ministries. Use these conversations as discussion starters with your teams, asking not simply how the ministry is doing, but how the leaders themselves are doing. Unprocessed Loss Eventually Takes Its Toll Bob Riedy reflects on the burnout that brought his ministry to a halt and the painful realization that decades of accumulated loss had never been properly grieved. The death of a family member, staff transitions, declining attendance after COVID, fractured relationships, and personal shame all compounded over time because he kept pushing forward instead of processing what he had experienced. His story is a powerful reminder that even successful leaders are vulnerable when they ignore the emotional weight of ministry. Key Takeaway // Pastors experience constant loss, but simply “moving on” isn’t resilience. Healthy leaders intentionally process grief with God before it silently grows into burnout, anxiety, or shame. Listen to the Full Episode // Burnout, Breakthrough, and the Road to a Healthier Ministry with Bob Riedy (May 29, 2025) Simple Practices Build Long-Term Resilience Charles Stone shares practical neuroscience-backed habits that help leaders reduce stress and remain emotionally healthy. Rather than offering complicated solutions, he begins with something every leader can practice immediately: intentional breathing. By slowing the body’s stress response through simple breathing exercises, pastors can create space to think clearly, regulate emotions, and respond wisely during difficult seasons. Key Takeaway // Resilience isn’t built during a crisis. It’s developed through consistent daily practices. Simple rhythms like intentional breathing can help pastors lower stress before it becomes overwhelming. Listen to the Full Episode // Leading Through Stress Without Burning Out with Charles Stone (July 3, 2025) Crisis Reveals Character Allen Holmes explains that gifted leaders often reach a defining crossroads when crisis exposes weaknesses beneath their talent and experience. Every leader eventually faces a moment when they must decide whether to hide behind their abilities or allow God to shape their character through hardship. Churches that embrace this perspective create cultures where leaders remain, grow, and mature instead of running from difficult seasons. Key Takeaway // Leadership development isn’t primarily about improving skills. Rather, it’s about allowing God to form character. Crisis often becomes the catalyst that moves leaders toward deeper maturity and lasting influence. Listen to the Full Episode // Why Gifted Leaders Still Fail: Lessons from 25 Years of Ministry with Allen Holmes (March 5, 2026) Honesty Before God Leads to Healing Scott Landry vulnerably recounts one of the darkest moments of his life after personal failure left him isolated, angry, and questioning God. Rather than meeting condemnation, he encountered God’s presence in the middle of his raw honesty. His story illustrates that true healing begins when leaders stop pretending, acknowledge what’s really happening inside, and allow God to meet them in their deepest pain. Key Takeaway // God doesn’t meet the version of us we project to others—He meets the person we truly are. Healing begins when leaders stop hiding and bring their deepest struggles honestly before Him. Listen to the Full Episode // Leading After You Lose Everything: Redemption, Honesty & The Fight with Scott Landry (December 18, 2025) This compilation reminds us that leadership health begins long before visible success or failure. Healthy churches are built by healthy leaders, and healthy leaders cultivate habits that address the condition of their hearts, not just the effectiveness of their ministries. Whether you’re leading through growth, challenge, or personal struggle, these conversations invite you to slow down, examine your inner life, and take intentional steps toward long-term faithfulness in ministry. Thank You for Tuning In! There are a lot of podcasts you could be tuning into today, but you chose unSeminary, and I'm grateful for that. If you enjoyed today's show, please share it by using the social media buttons you see at the left hand side of this page. Also, kindly consider taking the 60-seconds it takes to leave an honest review and rating for the podcast on iTunes, they're extremely helpful when it comes to the ranking of the show and you can bet that I read every single one of them personally! Episode Transcript Rich Birch — Hey friends, welcome to the unSeminary Podcast. So glad that you’ve decided to tune in. You know, the subtitle of our podcast is Stuff You Wish They Taught in Seminary. Rich Birch — And today I wish there was like a big underline under that word wish. I wish this conversation was a robust conversation when I was in school. Today we’re listening in on four senior leaders talking about really stuff that was going on on the inside when nobody was watching. Rich Birch — This is a good time of year for you and I as executive leaders to pull back and to think deeply about the kind of structures we’re building as an organization that really create a flourishing environment for our people. You know, we asked earlier in the year what your greatest fears were for this year and 24.8% of you indicated that staff health, structure, morale, succession were your top fear this year. And so today’s conversation, what we’re doing is listening in on four senior pastors who get really honest on the show about what was happening on the inside of them. Rich Birch — One of the churches that I was an executive pastor at, about a decade after I left, the senior leader made tragic decisions in their own personal life that ended up burning the church down, literally to the place where that organization doesn’t exist anymore. And from my understanding, actually the building is going to be demolished. Literally there’s nothing left. Rich Birch — A ministry that impacted tens of thousands of people doesn’t exist today because of the decisions of a senior leader. And so at this time of year, in the summertime, I want to challenge us to listen carefully to some leaders that have been through some horrific moments and have come out the other side more healthy. And I want us to learn from these moments and say, hey, what can we do to structure our ministry so that we can be the healthiest possible environments we can possibly be? Rich Birch — So up first, we’ve got Bob Riedy at Church of the Open Door, who hit a wall on a Sunday morning a few years ago, and he learned about ungrieved losses that took 40 years of ministry to see. So let’s listen in to Bob and see what you and I can learn as we think about the future. [Clip 1 Begins] Bob Riedy — I really do think that loss, and especially not properly processing and grieving loss, was a big part of what was behind all of this. In 2018, I lost my brother, my younger brother, who was really my wingman in so many ways. That was a loss that I think in some ways I’m still wrestling with. Bob Riedy — During the pandemic, we lost, pick a number, a lot of loss as far as attendance and stuff. At first, we were off for about four months, but then when we came back, people began to trickle in, and it was clear to me that we lost hundreds of people as well from our church during that time. That was probably a profound thing for me. Bob Riedy — We lost some key staff members as well during that time. We lost some friends because of the politics and some of the difficulty of that. And so I think loss was a big part of that. Bob Riedy — My counselor has really helped me a lot with that, not properly grieving loss. Terry Wardle is one who said that ministry is a series of ungrieved losses. And I found that I really wasn’t doing that good. I was shaking it off and just moving forward, shaking it off and moving forward, and not really grieving it and bringing God into it and surrendering it to Him. Bob Riedy — And I think part of what happened with that as well was I was concerned about what people thought. We were this powerhouse of a church, growing like crazy, and all of a sudden, like every other church, we were struggling. Bob Riedy — And I remember the day that I burned out. That afternoon my children all came to our apartment. My wife and I were living downtown, and my daughter reminded me of this the other day. And she said, Dad, do you know what you said to me that day? And I said, no. She said, Dad, you said to me, what are people going to think of me that this happened to me? Bob Riedy — And that was a loss that I wasn’t able to really properly wrap my head around. I was more concerned about how this was going to look with me as a Christian leader in our community. And then I think one of the places that the anxiety came from as well was shame. Bob Riedy — One of the things the enemy, I think, came after me with was like, you’ve been telling people here in York how to live for the last 15 years, and you let this happen to you. And wow, I wrestled with that as well. So I think that loss and worrying what people were concerned about or what they were thinking of me, and then the shame of wrestling through that as a senior pastor whose church had been top 100 churches. Bob Riedy — I taught church leadership and biblical preaching at Lancaster Bible College, and this happened to me. And so I really wrestled with just the fallout of all that. [Clip 1 Ends] Rich Birch — What are people going to think? Bob’s daughter quoting him back to him is a part of this thing I just will not shake. Ungrieved loss, it compounds. Rich Birch — Loss is a part of your role. It’s a part of my role. But what Bob learned the hard way is that shaking it off and just kind of moving on will cost you more in the long run than sitting with it and processing it. Rich Birch — Charles Stone is up next. He’s a friend, a pastor, a counselor, and did his PhD on stress while he got diagnosed with three serious conditions in the same year. And we’re going to focus on an easy kind of habit that he has installed or practiced that he has installed that I think you could use in the midst of your processing, of dealing with even those kinds of ungrieved losses. Let’s listen in on what Charles has to say today. [Clip 2 Begins] Charles Stone — Well, I kind of get thematically. One involves how we breathe. These are practices that can help us develop resilience. Charles Stone — One has to do with how we breathe. Two have to deal with our emotions. One has to do with our thinking. One has to do with contemplative practices, spiritual practices. Charles Stone — One has to do with something called certainty. One has to do with gratitude. One has to do with relationships. And one has to do with sleep. So any of those, I’m game for any of those that you feel like we ought to touch on one or two of them. Rich Birch — Well, what about maybe breathing? Why don’t we start right at the top where you started? And then, you know, we’ll scratch the surface. There’s a ton we could, obviously, we want people to pick up a copy of the book, but let me start with breathing. That might be kind of interesting. Charles Stone — Yeah. Well, actually, this ended up being the first one because it’s very easy to do. Now, I think around 75 times plus, you’ll find the word breath or breathe in the scripture. Charles Stone — And Genesis, God breathed into Adam. He became a living being. I think his early part of Acts, Jesus breathed on the early church, the Holy Spirit came. Charles Stone — And then David, the psalmist wrote, let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Now, here is the interesting neuroscience insight. Deep breathing activates a key set of nerves that come directly from my brain, just come from my spinal cord. But these are these are key nerves that they’re in pairs. Charles Stone — One of them is called the vagus nerve, comes from the word vagrant. What does a vagrant do? He wanders around. So this nerve wanders around our hollow organs, our heart, our lungs, our stomach. So there’s a lot of communication back and forth. Charles Stone — Scientists have found that deep breathing, especially on the exhale, when you exhale a little longer, it actually engages this nerve, which lowers the stress response. And here’s here’s why you practice it. I call it the sniff breath. Charles Stone — Now, the actual term is “a psychological sigh”, but here’s how it would work when you’re facing some stress. Just breathe in, you know, a little more and then breathe out through your mouth. Now on the out breath, you want to be a little longer than the in breath, doing that three or four or five times. Charles Stone — Labs all around the country found it lowers the stress response. So that is a simple, a portable tool you can take. Anybody can use anywhere. Charles Stone — So yeah. [Clip 2 Ends] Rich Birch — I love Charles. He’s such a practical leader. Listen, I’d pick one of those practices this week and really try to install it. Rich Birch — I love that he started with breath work because it’s really the easiest one to start with. You can install it today. Literally, he gave you everything you need, but maybe look at the other ones. Pick up his book, “Stress Less”. Got a bunch in there. Rich Birch — Well, coming up next, we’ve got Allen Holmes. He’s been the senior pastor at Definition Church in Greensboro for 25 years. He has watched gifted leaders crash long enough that he’s built a framework around this to understand it. Let’s listen in to what Allen has to bring to this conversation. [Clip 3 Begins] Allen Holmes — It’s interesting when I, one of the other real key moments for me is I went back to do my doctorate of ministry degree at Gordon Conwell in redemptive leadership. And so much of what we were studying is how God works in the crisis, in these pressure moments to expose the unfinished places in our character so that we can grow and become more like Jesus and therefore maximize our kingdom impact in the world. Allen Holmes — And one of my professors, Dr. Powers, he actually wrote a book called Redemptive Leadership. It’s a simple little book, but profound, where he describes leadership development in five stages. And stage one is a skilled leader where you get a leadership role just based on your skill. So maybe the ability to preach. And so they call you to be the pastor. Allen Holmes — That’s how I became the pastor of my first church. I could preach. I hadn’t done anything else, but they let me be a pastor because I could preach. Allen Holmes — And then the second stage is a principal leader where you begin to understand why you do what you do. But the third stage, which is so important, is the character stage. And in order for a leader to go through the character stage, God always uses a crisis to bring him into that stage. But when he comes into that stage, he has a choice. In that stage, he can open his heart and allow God to do that deeper work, or he can go back and hide behind his skills and principle. Allen Holmes — And that’s what pastors do. A lot of times the reason you see this turnover every, you know, depending on what statistic you read, every two to four years, pastors are leaving churches is because they come into a church and they have this honeymoon season. And then all of a sudden there’s a crisis that exposes some things and they start floating their resume and hiding behind their skill rather than allowing God to deal with their character so that they can advance and become a transformative, redemptive leader. Allen Holmes — So I think one of the things that’s been so true for us is we’ve just tried to say to people when there’s a crisis, don’t panic, don’t run away. See it as an opportunity. Allen Holmes — In fact, I ended up doing my dissertation on the idea that if we could teach this model to leaders, that it would cause them to respond differently in the crisis instead of running from it, they would run to it and open their heart. And God could use that to really propel them into their redemptive future. And the research said that was true. Allen Holmes — And so we’ve tried to really work that in our culture to understand when something goes wrong, don’t run away and don’t hide. Let’s run into it and trust God to meet us there so that this thing God works redemptively to use it for your benefit and to launch you into your future. Allen Holmes — And because that’s been our culture, people have stuck around. I mean, my lead team, Rick has been here 25 years. He was he’s actually here two Sundays longer than I’ve been here. Eric’s been here 24 years. Jonathan’s been here 19 years. Chelsea’s been here almost this year will be 14 years. Steve’s been here 10 years. Allen Holmes — I mean, so they’ve just been here a long, long, long time. And that but that’s why they’ve seen these moments and we’ve helped them to find God in it so that it actually works for us instead of against us. [Clip 3 Ends] Rich Birch — Allen walked us through the five stages. The third one he talked about is character. And that’s really where I think you and I, our greatest test is at. And this is where we meet our crisis. You should go back and listen to Allen’s episode. Super helpful. Rich Birch — Coming up next for our last part of the conversation today is a friend of mine, Scott Landry. He’s the senior pastor of The Bridge near Ottawa. He’s been on the podcast before. Rich Birch — Next is a clip from a book that was coming out or that has come out called “The Fight”. And it’s the moment that he lost everything and that he was alone in a house in the Northwest Territory. The reason why I wanted this on is because I think Scott models for you and models for me an open transparency with ourselves, with our people. Rich Birch — That is something that I think you and I should live with our live with and should think through. How can we be this transparent with the people around us? Heads up. This is a heavy clip and it’s worth every second of your attention to lean in and hear what Scott shares. [Clip 4 Begins] Scott Landry — I hope that’s a powerful moment in the book because it was it’s genuinely the most powerful moment in my life. And this was this was kind of at the crescendo of my my breaking point. So after my marriage and my life specifically falling apart and I kind of lived in a place of isolation. Scott Landry — I was living in the North, Canadian North, and I was yeah, I was lost. I was I was angry like I had so much anger. And it was so, yeah, I talk about in the book and I was angry and ultimately I was angry at myself, but I was also angry at God. Scott Landry — And because even after, again, making a mess of my own life, he didn’t make a mess of my life. Nobody made the mess in my life. I made the mess in my life. Scott Landry — And but then after that, I was trying to do everything right. And I was trying to do the right thing, do the right thing. And I was like, God, when are you going to start intervening on my behalf? Scott Landry — And so, you know, being the preacher that I am, I was like, I got all the Bible verses that tell me that you’re going to like now is you’re going to do the redemptive thing. You’re going to show up. You’re going to move. Scott Landry — You’re going to fix. You’re going to redeem. You’re going to restore. Scott Landry — You’re going to repair. You can do all the R words. And and nothing was happening like it was like and it was almost as if I and I literally heard nothing. And I’d like to say I didn’t feel anything, but I did. Scott Landry — It was just this this anger that was welling up inside of me like a like a pot boiling and eventually it just I just became unhinged. Like I was alone and I was completely isolated. I was in this empty house and I just started crying out like and yelling out and I threw through things. Scott Landry — I I used words I’ve I’m ashamed to admit I used. Like I mean, I was as unhinged as could possibly. I was like, I God, if I saw you face to face, I would give you the…like I told him all this stuff. Scott Landry — And and what I found in that moment was like and I again, I talk about in the book, but like I yelled, God, I don’t even believe in you anymore. I’m done. Like I like I don’t I don’t believe. You’ve promised me that you would never leave me. You would never forsake me. And that’s exactly what you’ve done. I’ve told people that you would never leave them and forsake them. And yet you’ve done that to me. You are you are dead to me. I don’t believe in you anymore. Scott Landry — And I even now I still feel this and I’m just talking about it. But like this is and this is I know some people are going to roll their eyes at this. But like genuinely, when I heard myself say that, I felt this…like over me, over my house. It was like this eerie like pause. Scott Landry — And I heard if I’ve ever heard the voice of God, I heard a voice say, well, then who are you yelling at? And it was like this, like… Rich Birch — Beautiful. Scott Landry — And in that moment, it was like my anger was it wasn’t my degree. It wasn’t my Bible. It was it was my anger was my evidence that God was present right then and right there. And because my anger was directed at him. Scott Landry — And he knew that I was angry with him and he met me at the place of my anger and he was waiting. And this is the part that I still, I can’t do this, what’s in my head and in my heart justice. But it was God was saying, I’ve been waiting for you at this place your whole life. Rich Birch — Wow. Scott Landry — You you have been hiding from this anger from your childhood, from your young adulthood. And I’ve been waiting for you to meet me here at your anger. And I’ve I’ve wanted you to know that I would be here waiting for you. Scott Landry — And if you met me on the top of the tallest mountain and if you look me face to face and if you were to give me the finger, you would find me there waiting because I am waiting at who you really are, not who you’re pretending to be. Scott Landry — And everyone around you, you’ve got them fooled. And you’re a used car salesman and you can spin the Bible verses and you can do all that other stuff. But I know who you really are. And I’m waiting for you to finally be honest with yourself about who you really are. Scott Landry — And now that you finally are, now we can do something about that together. And that was the moment that God truly revealed himself to me. And that’s when I, for the first time in my life, truly discovered who I was. Scott Landry — And yeah, that’s the moment that I hope anybody who ever meets me or talks to me or listens to me or reads it, like that’s the part that I long for people to have before it costs them, like it cost me. [Clip 4 Ends] Rich Birch — I love that moment when Scott said he heard, who are you yelling at? Man, that sticks with you. Rich Birch — Listen, four different stories. What I’m trying to do is raise for you the question about the inner life of what’s going on at your church with the senior leaders around you. Rich Birch — What if you were to go back and look at these four conversations and maybe say, OK, this one might be the best for us to lead a conversation with, and send them one of those, send your team one of those episodes. And say, hey, I’d love for us to take some time this summer. Rich Birch — Maybe you go and relax on a back deck somewhere or jump in somebody’s boat or spend a little extra time at the office. Because there is a little bit of slack at this time of year. And ask the question, hey, what’s going on on the inside of us as leaders at the church? How are we developing and how could this conversation help us ask some different questions than we normally do in our team meetings? Rich Birch — All the links to those four conversations are down below. Thanks for sticking through this this entire conversation. I know there was a lot today, but we’ll see you next week with our regularly scheduled programs, kind of back to what we normally do here at unSeminary. Rich Birch — Thanks for being a part of the podcast. Thanks for doing what you’re doing, including the hard work of the inner life to lead your people in a way that makes a huge difference. Thanks for being engaged in the local church. Take care, friends.

In this episode of the City Journal Podcast, Ralph Clark, CEO of SoundThinking (formerly ShotSpotter), discusses the technology of acoustic gunshot detection, its impact on public safety, and the arguments surrounding its use. Host Rafael Mangual and Clark explore how the technology saves lives, enhances policing, and addresses community concerns. They also consider the future of surveillance technology in law enforcement.

Episode Summary Love after divorce doesn't work the way it did the first time — and no one tells you that. This episode breaks down why midlife love isn't a fairytale, it's a negotiation. Why your partner isn't going to transform into someone new, he's going to become a more honest version of who he already is. And why real intimacy at this stage isn't about butterflies it's about honest and full disclosure. If you're navigating dating, partnership, or remarriage after divorce, this episode gives you the language for what you're actually building, and the questions you need to be asking before you commit again. What You'll Learn Why "falling in love" is a young-love concept — and what chooses its place in midlife The difference between accepting someone's baggage and accepting abuse (a critical line to draw) What actually needs to be on the table before you commit to someone again — the full disclosure conversation Why expecting a midlife partner to transform is a direct path to resentment The four things couples avoid naming until it's too late: kids, exes, co-parenting, finances How to grieve the young-love fantasy so you can access real, adult partnership Key Quotes "Love after divorce isn't falling. It's choosing." "You're not building a fairytale. You're negotiating a merger." "He's not going to become a different man. He's going to become a more honest version of the one standing in front of you." "Midlife love isn't blind. It's the first time you actually get to see clearly." "You don't get a blank slate at 45. You get a full ledger — and you sign it with your eyes open." "Young love says 'I hope you change.' Mature love says 'show me exactly who you are, baggage and all, and I'll decide.'" "The delusion isn't loving someone with a past. It's expecting the past not to show up." "Real intimacy at midlife isn't chemistry. It's disclosure." In This Episode The blank slate myth — why we keep expecting a fresh start at 45+, and why that expectation sets every midlife relationship up to fail Baggage vs. abuse — how to tell the difference between a partner with a past and a partner who is a risk, and why conflating the two keeps women stuck in the wrong direction on both ends The full disclosure conversation — what should actually be said out loud before you commit: expectations, non-negotiables, financial reality, co-parenting boundaries, what you want and don't want The grief nobody names — letting go of the young-love fantasy is its own loss, and skipping that grief is why so many people repeat the same pattern in a new relationship Choosing over falling — what it looks like to build a relationship on eyes-open acceptance instead of chemistry and hope Who This Episode Is For Women navigating dating or partnership after divorce, women in a serious relationship post-divorce trying to figure out if it's real, and anyone who has caught themselves waiting for a partner to become someone they're not. Resources & Links Get on the 1:1 Whole Woman Coaching waitlist Connect Awakening Women | @awakeningwomenofficial 

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What does it cost to stay true to your music?   In this episode of Someone Gets Me, Dianne A. Allen sits down with singer-songwriter and guitarist Adam Reifsnyder as he shares what it felt like to watch that happen from the outside, how he wrote through divorce, pregnancy loss, and a cancer diagnosis in the same year, and why he still gets up at 5:30 in the morning to make music because he simply cannot stop.   Adam's story is not about fame. It is about the kind of soul-level commitment to a creative life that does not bend to timelines, industry rules, or anyone else's definition of success.   Watch the Someone Gets Me Podcast – Beyond the Hit Song: An Honest Conversation with Adam Reifsnyder   Did you enjoy this episode? Subscribe to the channel, tap the notification bell, and leave a comment!   You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.   Adam Reifsnyder is a Cleveland, Ohio–based indie folk-pop singer-songwriter creating intimate, cinematic songs rooted in storytelling, catchy melody, and emotional detail. A longtime fixture in the Cleveland indie music scene, Adam is a co-founder of Honeybucket, a Newgrass trio that became a staple of the local circuit. He was also a founding member of WALK THE MOON and co-writer of their breakout hit “Anna Sun.” Beyond that, Adam has recorded and performed under the synth-pop/rock moniker Astronymer, whose song “Miles to Go” (with Jul Big Green) was featured as the opening theme for the 44th Cleveland International Film Festival. Adam is also one-half of the indie folk duo The Fairdowells, alongside his musical and life partner Lauren Morgan. Their debut EP, Origins, was released in 2020 shortly after the birth of their twins, and explores some of the ups and downs of an incredibly challenging year in their lives.  As a solo artist, Adam leans into indie folk-pop songwriting with a cinematic edge, blending acoustic textures, folk and pop production, and emotionally direct lyrics. His 2025 release Better Late Than Never (Deluxe) spans everything from acoustic folk-pop anthems like “Heading Back” to haunting indie rock and the John Mayer–influenced “Sunday Morning.” Most recently, Adam collaborated with folk songwriter Gretchen Pleuss on a series of intimate indie folk duets, including "Carry Me," their folk reimagining of Prince's "When Doves Cry," and the haunting anthem "Here In My Room." Their full EP, The Rest of You, was released in May 2026.  Support Adam on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/AdamReifsnyderMusic  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adamreifsnydermusic  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamreifsnydermusic  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/adamreifsnydermusic  Website: https://adamreifsnyder.com    Stream Adam's Latest Album: https://hypeddit.com/gretchenpleussadamreifsnyder/therestofyouep    How to Connect with Dianne A. Allen   Dianne A. Allen, MA is an intuitive mentor, speaker, author, ambassador, hope agent, life catalyst, and the CEO and Founder of Visions Applied. She has been involved in personal and professional development and mental health and addiction counseling. She inspires people in personal transformation through thought provoking services from speaking and podcasting to individual intuitive mentoring and more. She uses her years of experience coupled with years of formal education to blend powerful, practical, and effective strategies and tools for success and satisfaction. She has authored several books, which include How to Quit Anything in 5 Simple Steps - Break the Chains that Bind You, The Loneliness Cure, A Guide to Contentment, 7 Simple Steps to Get Back on track and Live the Life You Envision, Daily Meditations for Visionary Leaders, Hope Realized, and Where Do You Fit In?   Website: https://msdianneallen.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianne_a_allen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/msdianneallen/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianneallen/# Twitter: https://x.com/msdianneallen   Check out Dianne's new book, Care for the Neurodivergent Soul. https://a.co/d/cTBSxQv   Visit Dianne's Amazon author page. https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0F7N457KS   You have a vision inside to create something bigger than you. What you need is a community and a mentor. Personal mentoring will inspire you to grow, transform, and connect in new ways. The Someone Gets Me Experience could be that perfect solution to bringing your heart's desire into reality. You will grow, transform, and connect. https://msdianneallen.com/someone-gets-me-experience/   For a complimentary “Get to Know You” 30-minute call: https://visionsapplied.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=4017868   Join our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/someonegetsme   Follow Dianne's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/msdianneallen   Email contact: dianne@visionsapplied.com   Dianne's Mentoring Services: https://msdianneallen.com/  

Explore the challenges and honest conversations about blindness, independence, and tech in daily life. Learn about AI-powered webcams, nostalgic accessible tech, and why community feedback matters most. In this Feedback Friday episode of Double Tap, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece respond to listener emails and voice messages from around the world. Jim from Florida appreciates the show's intentional, heartfelt discussions about living with blindness, independence, and navigating changing roles in relationships. The conversation expands into the emotional realities of losing sight later in life, safety concerns, and societal perceptions. Listeners also share insights on nostalgic assistive tech like the BrailleNote Apex and Victor Reader, and discuss modern solutions like AI-driven webcams and microphones for video calls to ensure confidence and accessibility. The hosts tackle topics such as accessibility gaps in audiobook services, the role of charities, and the ongoing need for advocacy in the blind community. Relevant Links Insta360 Link Webcam: https://www.insta360.com/product/insta360-link ----Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedinSubscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheartAbout Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited."Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I sat down with writer, director, & podcaster Andy Ostroy, and we covered everything including is MAGA breaking up, are Republicans finally breaking from Trump, and what do Democrats need to do to win beyond 2026. Cool conversation. Have a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Garrett Crochet has had a 2026 he probably wants to forget (so far). The Red Sox ace has been sidelined since April with a shoulder issue, and he finds himself in somewhat of a race against time when it comes to returning for this season. Crochet sits down with Bradfo once again to talk about his current situation, what led him to this point, how he views his future, the importance of signing his contract extension, and, of course, the Sam Adams beer named after him. Bradfo finished off the podcast by catching up with San Diego closer Mason Miller to talk about the merits of his position and how he now views the big trade that brought him to San Diego.

Garrett Crochet has had a 2026 he probably wants to forget (so far). The Red Sox ace has been sidelined since April with a shoulder issue, and he finds himself in somewhat of a race against time when it comes to returning for this season. Crochet sits down with Bradfo once again to talk about his current situation, what led him to this point, how he views his future, the importance of signing his contract extension, and, of course, the Sam Adams beer named after him. Bradfo finished off the podcast by catching up with San Diego closer Mason Miller to talk about the merits of his position and how he now views the big trade that brought him to San Diego.

On the KMOJ Morning Show, Marklyn T. Johnson joins Freddie Bell and Chantel Sings to discuss Pull Up a Chair: An Honest Conversation About Race in America, a book that combines real-life interviews, personal stories, and research to encourage thoughtful conversations about race in the United States. Rather than speaking only from his own perspective, Johnson amplifies the voices of everyday people and concludes each chapter with a "Mirror Moment," inviting readers to examine their own beliefs, experiences, and relationships. He also explains why he added a chapter addressing today's evolving conversations about race and how the book is intended to foster understanding rather than assign blame. The conversation explores how honest dialogue, practical action, and a willingness to listen can help people build stronger connections across differences and move toward meaningful change.

I recently came back from India, and I kept getting the same question from European travelers — "So what do you think of the new Takaichi administration?" And honestly? I froze. It wasn't a language problem. I just never expected that question, and I realized I'd never really thought about it.So I brought it to Yusuke (もしもしゆうすけ）. Do Japanese people actually talk about politics? With friends, with coworkers, at all? We ended up having a surprisingly candid conversation — and his take on voting genuinely caught me off guard. This is just one Japanese person's perspective, but it opened up some bigger questions about political interest, everyday life, and what these conversations actually look like in Japan. Casual, honest, and the kind of topic that's hard to practice from a textbook.

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"The opposite is always the medicine. You people-please to others — so how do you people-please to you?" — Kari Brunson WrightThere's a particular kind of exhaustion that comes from bending yourself into whatever shape a room needs you to be. Kari Brunson Wright knows it well — from a ballet stage, to a restaurant line, to running her own businesses. It took three full reinventions before she learned how to stop.In this episode, Kari shares the honest story of walking away from a decade-long career as a professional ballerina, building and eventually selling a cafe and an ice cream company, and becoming a Psycho-Spiritual Leadership Coach. This is real conversation and authentic storytelling about identity, boundaries, and the whispers that show up long before the big changes do — the kind of personal growth for women that doesn't come with a tidy bow.If you've ever bent yourself into a shape that wasn't really yours, this one's for you. New episodes every Thursday on all major podcast platforms.Connect with Heather: WebsiteFacebookInstagramLinkedInYouTubeTimestamps00:00 — Introduction — Heather welcomes Kari Brunson Wright6:02 — Kari's decade as a professional ballerina and the injury that led her to walk away12:52 — From the ballet stage to the restaurant line — falling into food16:20 — Building a cafe and an ice cream company, and the decision to finally sell her shares19:43 — "I want to be you" — the moment coaching became the next chapter29:48 — Boundaries, energy, and what it means to "keep your shape"About Kari Brunson WrightKari Brunson Wright is a psycho-spiritual leadership coach and regenerative business consultant who works with founders, executives, and leaders navigating the gap between who they've become and how they're actually living. Her work centers on alignment, integrity, and self-trust — helping people make decisions they can actually stand behind. She brings fifteen years of experience working alongside people through growth, pressure, and change, plus her own background as a co-founder of multiple businesses. Kari writes the Substack newsletter The Recipe for Being Well, and lives in Seattle, Washington, with her husband, their two kids, and a Great Pyrenees/Lab mix puppy named Bean.Connect with Kari Brunson WrightInstagram Website LinkedInSubstack Support the show

We've officially been together for 10 years! In this episode, we're sharing stories from our first date, reacting to some of our most cringeworthy old videos, and discussing the relationship advice that's actually stood the test of time (and the advice we'd never follow). Thanks for being part of the journey with us.

Ashley Campbell shares insights on American values, family dynamics, and the importance of conflict resolution in strengthening relationships and communities. She emphasizes the role of fathers, the need for authentic church gatherings, and the impact of family on society.Key topics-The role of fathers in family and society-The importance of authentic church gatherings-Conflict resolution in relationships-The impact of family on community stability-Parenting and personal growthTakeaways-Fathers are essential for a strong family and society.-Authentic church involves open dialogue and spiritual connection.-Healthy conflict resolution strengthens relationships.-Family dynamics directly influence community health.-Personal growth and humility are key to better relationships.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Reflection on American Values00:56 Understanding Executive Orders and Immigration Issues01:54 The Importance of Voter Integrity and Citizenship02:51 The Role of Congress in Judicial Accountability03:59 The Value of Fathers and Family in Society04:55 Redefining Church: Authentic Worship and Open Dialogue05:52 The Structure of Healthy Church Gatherings07:10 Seeking God Through Personal and Family Worship08:11 The Significance of Conflict Resolution in Families08:59 Communication and Conflict in Marriage09:59 Building Strong Father-Child Relationships10:53 Overcoming Family Challenges and Dysfunction11:51 The Role of Men as Protectors and Risk-Takers12:48 Expressing Appreciation and Building Respect in Families14:05 The Power of Honest Conversations and Family Unity14:54 The Impact of Family on Society and Culture15:53 The Necessity of Character and Humility in Relationships17:11 Valuing and Supporting Men in Their Roles18:06 The Importance of Stewardship and Financial Responsibility19:05 Encouragement for Personal and Family Growth19:58 Resources for Improving Marriage and Family Life20:51 The Dark Side of Cultural and Institutional Influences22:07 Supporting Family and Community Resilience23:03 Final Thoughts and Call to ActionRumble Account: https://rumble.com/user/AshleyCampbellFacebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61590000310120ANDhttps://www.facebook.com/dailyencouragementwithashleycampbell/Want to purchase a signed copy of mybook?https://buy.stripe.com/7sI8xdg6F2kZgSIfZ6ORRead the reviews on Amazon? https://a.co/d/gwyks9gWant to join my Facebook group that will equip you with the knowledge of the History of the UnitedStates, what the Constitution means and how you can preserve this great nation we live in?Join my paid group today! For only $10 a month, you will have access to classes that will help you have the knowledge you need to save your liberties given to you by God.Group Link:https://www.facebook.com/share/RA7FqCx95Lbv5gWv/Group Payment link:https://buy.stripe.com/cN24gX07H4t70TKcMVPodcast links:Apple/I tunes:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-encouragement-with-ashley-campbell/id1625607569Amazon Music:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/4d32a7f2-1e3e-4045-aa13-2b77784c71d1/daily-encouragement-with-ashley-campbelliHeartRadiohttps://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-daily-encouragement-with-a-112334720/Overcast:https://overcast.fm/itunes1483675322/daily-encouragement-with-ashley-campbellRadio Public:https://radiopublic.com/daily-encouragement-with-ashley-c-WozzzRWant to sponsor the Podcast?https://buy.stripe.com/9AQbJpdYx8JnfOEfZ8

EXPLICIT CONTENT (FAMILIA DON'T LISTEN)Kelsey (@kels) sits down for an unfiltered conversation about living with herpes, how it shaped her dating life, the messy moments, the bad dates, the gaps in sex education, and the real ways people cope, heal, and move forward. This episode was recorded about two years ago, so here's where Kelsey is now:She's in a healthy, supportive relationshipHSV is a tiny, almost irrelevant part of her lifeShe earned her PhD (yas, queen)

On this episode, Harry Symeou is joined by CJ ( ⁨@deludedgooner⁩ ) to discuss the World Cup so far, England's win over Mexico, the role of the Arsenal boys Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice and their fitness. We talk Gabriel Magalhaes, why defensive injuries are already an issue for us, Bruno Guimaraes, Morgan Rogers and we have an honest conversation about Martin Odegaard's Arsenal future taking into account his World Cup displays. SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEW CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@harrysymeoumedia To sign up as a Patreon, get additional episodes, ad-free episodes and become a part of our discord server, click the link below: https://patreon.com/thechroniclesofagooner?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Enter the discount code 'SUMMER' for 50% off your first month! Listen to 'The Rise of Pafos FC' on Apple podcasts or Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rise-of-pafos-fc-with-harry-symeou/id1334407316?i=1000746012823 #arsenal #transfers #news Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are living through a plague of misinformation. From innocent errors to deliberate propaganda, truth is being eroded at speed. In his new book, 'To Be Honest: How making truth happen builds better businesses, lives and societies', author Dom Thurbon explores why truth is not a "nice-to-have", but the crucial foundation of a healthy business. Through extensive research, real-world case studies and wide-ranging interviews, Dom talks us through how honesty, healthy scepticism and having the courage to lean into hard conversations can drive innovation, performance and ultimately build trust. A former Partner at EY and world top-10 debater, Dom has delivered presentations on trust across the USA, Europe, the Middle East, Australia and Asia. LINKS   Dom's website https://domthurbon.com   Book on Amazon To Be Honest...: How making truth happen builds better businesses, lives and societies   The Mojo Sessions website www.themojosessions.com   The Mojo Sessions on Patreon www.patreon.com/TheMojoSessions Full transcripts of the show (plus time codes) are available on Patreon.   The Mojo Sessions on Facebook www.facebook.com/TheMojoSessions   Gary on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/gary-bertwistle   Gary on Twitter www.twitter.com/GaryBertwistle   The Mojo Sessions on Instagram www.instagram.com/themojosessions   If you like what you hear, we'd be grateful for a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Happy listening!   © 2026 Gary Bertwistle. All Rights Reserved.

SummaryIn this episode of the Blue Security Podcast, hosts Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer engage in a deep discussion about the implications of AI on society and the security industry. They explore whether AI is ultimately helping or hurting us, particularly in the context of job displacement and creation. The conversation delves into corporate strategies regarding AI investments, the financial implications of these technologies, and the broader backlash against the tech industry. They also analyze the economic landscape surrounding AI, emphasizing the need for a nuanced understanding of its impact. In this conversation, Adam Brewer and Andy Jaw delve into the complexities of AI investment, the competitive landscape posed by Chinese AI advancements, the implications of AI sycophancy, and the rising security risks associated with AI in social engineering. They also discuss the challenges of code security in AI development, emphasizing the need for robust security measures as AI-generated code becomes more prevalent.----------------------------------------------------YouTube Video Link: ⁠https://youtu.be/HzoyyLLpo7Y⁠----------------------------------------------------Documentation: https://blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-issues/2026/06/10/ai-jobs-and-the-next-generation/https://markets.financialcontent.com/stocks/article/marketminute-2026-1-26-the-fragile-fifty-percent-jp-morgan-warns-of-systemic-tipping-point-as-s-and-p-500-concentration-hits-record-highs----------------------------------------------------Contact Us:Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bluesecuritypod.comBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bluesecuritypod.comLinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluesecpodYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueSecurityPodcast-----------------------------------------------------------Andy JawBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajawzero.comLinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyjaw/Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠andy@bluesecuritypod.com⁠----------------------------------------------------Adam BrewerTwitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ajbrewerLinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjbrewer/Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠adam@bluesecuritypod.com

Builder and longtime Daystar friend Doug Durr joins his daughters, Allye Gray and Analise Glover, to reflect on the unique bond between fathers and daughters. They share stories of growing up on job sites, farms, and adventures with their dad while learning lessons about grit, resilience, service, and character. Doug discusses the importance of hard work, staying present through every season of life, and walking with his children through both joys and challenges. The family also opens up about grief, recovery, and the role counseling and honesty played in keeping them deeply connected. Ultimately, this conversation highlights how unwavering presence, truth, and love help build strong family relationships that last a lifetime. Resources mentioned: Capable by David Thomas and Sissy Goff I Am Capable by David Thomas and Sissy Goff . . . . . .  Sign up to receive the⁠ bi-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Order our new book, Capable, here!! See our speaking dates, purchase books and check out our courses here.. . . . . .  If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. BOLL & BRANCH: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Bollandbranch.com/rbg⁠. Exclusions apply. SHOPIFY: Go to https://tinyurl.com/RBGShopify to learn more about Shopify! THE WONDER PROJECT: Subscriber support makes more great content like I Gotta Ask with Annie F. Downs possible. The Wonder Project subscription on Prime Video is available in the U.S. for $8.99/month or $89.99/year after a 7-day free trial. Visit IGottaAsk.com to learn more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sissy Goff and David Thomas sit down with father and son Randy and Scott Hearon for a deeply honest conversation about the father-son relationship. Through stories spanning childhood, adolescence, and adulthood, they explore the messages boys receive about identity, capability, performance, faith, and belonging. Randy reflects on his growth as a father, including the impact of addiction, sports culture, and grace, while Scott shares how his dad's presence, vulnerability, encouragement, and willingness to grow alongside him shaped his life. Together they discuss the importance of helping boys know they have what it takes, the dangers of performance-based identity, and the power of authentic relationships, forgiveness, and faith in building lasting connections between parents and children. Resources mentioned: Promise Keepers The Crossing Rite of Passage from Boyhood to Manhood: Young Men's Manual by Richard Rupp Wild at Heart by John Eldredge Season of Life: A Football Star, a Boy, a Journey to Manhood by Jeffrey Marx . . . . . .  Sign up to receive the⁠ bi-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Order our new book, Capable, here!! See our speaking dates, purchase books and check out our courses here.. . . . . .  If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. BOLL & BRANCH: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Bollandbranch.com/rbg⁠. Exclusions apply. SHOPIFY: Go to https://tinyurl.com/RBGShopify to learn more about Shopify! THE WONDER PROJECT: Subscriber support makes more great content like I Gotta Ask with Annie F. Downs possible. The Wonder Project subscription on Prime Video is available in the U.S. for $8.99/month or $89.99/year after a 7-day free trial. Visit IGottaAsk.com to learn more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Craig—Fixed Ops Curriculum Developer at RockED and content creator with 135,000 followers across platforms—has built his following by saying the things most people are afraid to post. In this episode, he breaks down why showing both sides of every industry argument is slowly shifting the culture, from the ASE certification debate to the 30/30/30 myth, what shops get wrong when hiring new grads, and the financial traps that push young techs out of the trade.Watch the video recordingAbout the EpisodeHost: Jay Goninen, WrenchWay, jayg@wrenchway.comGuest: Chris Craig, RockED, chris.craig@rocked.usLinks & ResourcesGet notified of new episodes --> Join our email listJoin the ASE Connects CommunityASE Connects brings shops, dealerships, and schools together in one structured network to strengthen the technician pipeline. By making it easier to connect, collaborate, and support students through job shadows, internships, and classroom engagement, ASE Connects helps schools build stronger programs and helps shops develop a more consistent, local source of future technicians. Learn more:ASE Connects Memberships for Shops & DealersASE Connects Memberships for Schools (Free!)Connect with us on social:FacebookInstagramXLinkedInYouTubeTikTok

Lisa Whelchel and Haven Weit share a rich and honest conversation about raising capable kids, cultivating independence, and building a strong mother-daughter relationship that lasts into adulthood. Through stories of entrepreneurship, trust, conflict, and repair, they explore how secure boundaries, meaningful connection, and a willingness to keep showing up for one another can shape both families and future generations. Resources mentioned: Capable by David Thomas and Sissy Goff Substack — Lisa Whelchel's newsletter Throw Out the Bathwater Haven! - Haven's Podcast . . . . . .  Sign up to receive the⁠ bi-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-order our new book, Capable and grab tickets for Capable - The Book Tour here! See our speaking dates, purchase books and check out our courses here.. . . . . .  If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. BOLL & BRANCH: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Bollandbranch.com/rbg⁠. Exclusions apply. SHOPIFY: Go to https://tinyurl.com/RBGShopify to learn more about Shopify! LIBERTY HEALTH SHARE: Visit LibertyHealthShare.org to learn more about healthcare sharing options for your family. THE WONDER PROJECT: Subscriber support makes more great content like I Gotta Ask with Annie F. Downs possible. The Wonder Project subscription on Prime Video is available in the U.S. for $8.99/month or $89.99/year after a 7-day free trial. Visit IGottaAsk.com to learn more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's ok for us to be honest with God

It's ok for us to be honest with God

It's ok for us to be honest with God

It's ok for us to be honest with God

It's ok for us to be honest with God

It's ok for us to be honest with God

It's ok for us to be honest with God

It's ok for us to be honest with God

In this episode, my husband, Christopher, joins me as we unpack the realities of marriage, the highs and lows of this past year, and some advice we'd give to those who are still single or dating (we are no experts here but we have a few things to share lol)It's easy to idolize marriage (guilty here), but we wanted to have an honest conversation about what marriage actually looks like. Being single is hard, and being married is hard, but both seasons carry their own beauty and purpose. No matter where you are in life, we hope this conversation encourages you and reminds you that God is present in all of it!!Connect with me on:

Today’s Bible Verse: “How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them?” — Romans 10:14 Romans 10:14 highlights the importance and urgency of sharing the gospel message. Paul lays out a simple but powerful reality: people cannot believe in Jesus if they have never heard about Him. The good news of Christ is meant to be proclaimed, shared, and lived out so others can encounter the hope of salvation. “Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Member today: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribe/ Looking for a peaceful way to end your day? Listen to "Your Nightly Scripture" to end your day with God's word Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel

In this episode, we're sitting down with internationally recognized wedding photographer Samm Blake to talk about what it really takes to build a long-term, creatively fulfilling career in the luxury wedding industry. From shooting her first wedding for $500 and losing money on the job to now starting at $40,000 per wedding, Sam shares the mindset shifts, creative risks, and intentional decisions that shaped her journey over the last 20+ years.We dive into the evolution of the wedding industry, building a recognizable artistic voice, and why standing out matters so much more than blending in. Sam shares her perspective on portfolio curation, attracting luxury clients without sacrificing your style, and how photographers can stop chasing trends and start building work that actually feels true to them.We also talk about photographing high-profile celebrity weddings, navigating pressure at the highest level, and the confidence that comes from finally realizing you do not have to conform to succeed in the luxury market.If you're a wedding photographer or filmmaker wanting to raise your prices, book more intentional weddings, refine your portfolio, and create work that feels both profitable and artistically fulfilling, this conversation is packed with perspective shifts and tactical takeaways you won't want to miss.In this episode, we cover:• Building a luxury wedding photography brand• How to stand out in a saturated wedding market• Portfolio curation tips for photographers• Creative risk-taking at weddings• Luxury wedding client experience• Breaking into the high-end wedding industry• Finding your unique artistic voice• Growing a profitable photography business without copying trendsThis episode was sponsored by Wanderlust Videos, use LEVELUP100 for $100 off your first edit at https://www.wanderlust-videos.com/And thank you to VidFlow for sponsoring today's episode. Level up your delivery experience at https://vidflow.co/thelevelupcoTimestamps:00:00 - 02:19 | Podcast Introduction & Elevating the Client Delivery Experience02:20 - 06:10 | Sam Blake's Photography Journey & Adapting Through Industry Changes06:11 - 09:25 | Moving to New York, Building an International Brand & Luxury Pricing09:26 - 12:14 | Career-Defining Weddings & Photographing High-Profile Clients12:15 - 18:25 | Finding Confidence in Your Artistic Voice Within the Luxury Market18:26 - 20:14 | Outsourcing, Business Growth & Creating Space to Scale20:15 - 23:34 | Standing Out in the Luxury Market Through Authenticity & Curation23:35 - 28:37 | Portfolio Curation, Identifying Weaknesses & Improving Your Craft28:38 - 33:17 | Taking Creative Risks, Experimentation & Artistic Growth at Weddings33:18 - 36:27 | The Value of Representation, Support Systems & Creative Freedom36:28 - 37:14 | Final Thoughts & Where to Connect with Sam BlakeThe next round of The Luxury Mastermind will start in Spring 2026! We are thrilled to welcome you inside our signature 8 week program. Learn more + save your seat here >> https://thelevelupco.com/mastermind

Send us Fan Mail There is a kind of pain a lot of men carry without ever naming. Hidden inside video games, inside pornography, inside relationships that hurt, inside a self-image that says strong men do not need help. And the longer it stays unnamed, the harder it becomes to walk out of. Yusuf sits down with Vincent Hazenboom, host of the How to Heart podcast and a men's mental health advocate, for an honest, careful conversation about porn addiction, trauma, and the slow road back. Vincent is not speaking from theory. He spent more than 20 years inside the addiction himself. They talk about the moment something inside him said get help, what the work actually looks like in ordinary days, and why almost none of it is about willpower. This is a sensitive episode. Listener discretion advised. About the Guest: Vincent Hazenboom is a Dutch men's mental health advocate, the host of the How to Heart podcast, and a coach helping men move through porn addiction recovery. He describes himself as an introvert and a highly sensitive person, and his work centres on vulnerability, emotional honesty, and what he calls heart-centred masculine leadership. He has spent more than two decades inside the addiction he now helps other men leave, and his approach is built on lived experience, professional healing work (including EMDR therapy), and what he has learned about trauma, shame, and the quiet ways men disconnect from themselves. Key Takeaways: For many men, porn addiction is not a willpower problem. It is a way of self-soothing around unhealed trauma, loneliness, and disconnection. The shame loop ("try harder, fail again, hate yourself more") keeps men stuck. Healing usually begins somewhere quieter than discipline. Trying to do recovery alone, as a "lone wolf," often delays it by years. Vincent says reaching out for help was the single best decision he made. Practical anchors helped him: trauma-focused therapy, a porn blocker he could not easily disable, replacing the habit with movement (gym, salsa, work), and disciplined daily action. The deeper shift is learning to be vulnerable, with yourself first, and then with one safe person. Not a public confession, just a single honest sentence to someone who can hold it. Men who do not have an outlet often break down silently. Opening up to a friend, therapist, coach, or community is the work, and it changes everything. Connect With the Guest: How to Heart website: https://linktr.ee/howtoheartshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vincent.hazenboom/  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-heart/id1704895666 YouTube For coaching enquiries: reach out through his social channels Episode Chapters: [00:00] Cold Open — A Conversation Most Podcasts Will Not Have [02:00] Welcome and Introducing Vincent Hazenboom [04:00] The Inner Voice That Said "Get Help" in 2014 [07:00] Group Therapy, Self-Education, and the Trap of Doing It All Alone [10:00] Mexico, Bankruptcy, and the Mirror Moment [12:30] Why Porn Addiction Is Almost Never About the Porn [16:00] What Actually Worked: Trauma Healing, Discipline, and Porn Blockers [19:00] Replacing the Habit: Gym, Salsa, Work, Connection [22:00] What Recovery Looks Like in Ordinary Daily Life [24:00] Vulnerability as the First Step, Not the Last [26:00] Where to Find Vincent and a Closing Word for the Man Listening   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? 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In this episode, we switch things up and ask each other questions we have not prepared for ahead of time. The conversation ranges from relationships and personal growth to funny hypotheticals and deeper reflections on marriage, identity, and what we value most. We talk about the importance of empathy, believing you are worthy of the life you want, and appreciating the small moments that often matter the most. This episode is a mix of humor, honesty, and real conversation about life and relationships.We talk about:-Believing you are worthy-Having empathy in relationships-What we love most about each other-Living what you teach-Appreciating small moments and memories-Lessons learned from past relationships-Choosing what is right over what is popular-Pride, growth, and partnership in marriageTime Stamps: 0:00 Introduction1:07 what causes you to yo-yo diet4:50 Kait's most likely crime6:31 biggest personal challenges8:01 learning from relationships20:47 surprises about Maverick22:59 surprises about Kait27:50 pursuing what is right over what's popular31:20 biggest role models32:34 what would you change about your spouse?35:14 pride in your marriage42:12 best memories or marriage CONNECT WITH KAIT & MAV:Get 1:1 coaching here: https://go.elev8coaching.net/weight-loss-journeyGet our weekly emails: https://go.maverickonlinecoaching.net/mailing-listEbook: https://go.elev8coaching.net/consistency-book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Aaron sits down with special guest Tyler Staton to talk about pain and suffering. Tyler is the lead pastor at Bridgetown in Portland OR. To order Tyler's book