Podcasts about Identity

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Get Fitness Lab (20% off for listeners), the #1 coaching app that adapts to YOUR recovery, YOUR schedule, and YOUR body. Build muscle, lose fat, and get stronger with daily personalized guidance. —Why does “just eat in moderation” fail so often? Why do binge eating and emotional eating feel stronger than your willpower? I'm joined by psychologist and former food industry insider Dr. Glenn Livingston to break down what's actually happening in your brain. We unpack the neuroscience of cravings and why a healthy brain can struggle in a hyperpalatable food environment. You'll learn how food cues override hunger signals and quietly sabotage your nutrition and fitness goals. If you want to build muscle, lose fat, or improve body recomp, you need to understand why rigid calorie cutting and relying on willpower almost always backfire. That's why we talk about engineering your environment instead of fighting yourself. We focus on structure, clear food rules, and reducing decision fatigue so you're not negotiating with cravings all day. You'll walk away with evidence-based strategies that make sustainable weight loss possible without constant mental friction.Today, you'll learn all about:0:00 – What cravings really are6:25 – What causes cravings13:25 – Managing triggers and food cues21:29 – Extinction bursts explained30:45 – Rules vs willpower39:48 – Identity and habit engineering51:50 – Free resources to defeat cravingsEpisode resources:Free Book (and bonuses): Defeat Your Cravings - The Back Door to Weight LossFacebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550719047966LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drglennlivingston YouTube: @DefeatYourCravings 

Okta's Dan Hefley (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-hefley), Senior Product Manager for Device Access, explains how Platform SSO brings enterprise identity to the Mac. From day-zero Setup Assistant enrollment in macOS 26 to device bound SSO using secure enclave keys, Dan covers what IT teams need to know about deploying Platform SSO with Okta and Jamf. Dan shares his perspective as a former MDM admin turned identity product manager, discusses how device bound SSO prevents session hijacking with hardware-backed keys, and explains why the Shared Signals Framework between Okta and Jamf creates layered security. Hosts Josh Thornton and Kat Garbis explore what this means for organizations managing Apple fleets. 1:44 Meet Dan Hefley - Senior Product Manager at Okta 5:00 What Is Okta? Vendor-Neutral Identity Provider Overview 6:23 Why Identity and Device Security Go Hand in Hand 7:21 What Is Platform SSO? Native macOS Framework Defined 8:07 Evolution from Jamf Connect Basic to Platform SSO 9:15 Why Platform SSO Was 9:47 Platform SSO in Setup Assistant 10:08 Day-Zero Enrollment Flow - ABM to Jamf to Okta MFA 11:43 Solving Enrollment Friction with Separated Device and User Registration 12:18 Password Syncing Benefits 16:40 How Device Bound SSO Prevents Session Hijacking 17:53 Identity Threat Protection and Continuous Authentication 18:06 Shared Signals Framework - Okta and Jamf Working Together 20:40 Okta FastPass and Passwordless Authentication on Mac 21:20 Device Bound SSO Completes the Day-Zero Story 22:30 Getting Started - Requirements and Deployment Considerations 26:26 Okta's Platform SSO Roadmap and Future Direction 27:43 Key Takeaway - Identity and Device Teams Belong in the Same Room RESOURCES: - Mac Admins Slack - Platform SSO Channel: https://macadmins.slack.com - IAMSE Blog - Okta Integration Guides: https://iamse.blog - Jamf Learning Hub: https://learn.jamf.com/ - Jamf and Okta integrations: https://www.jamf.com/integrations/okta/ Subscribe for Apple device management and security insights WHO THIS IS FOR: IT administrators and security teams managing Mac fleets in enterprise environments. Relevant if you're evaluating Platform SSO with Okta, migrating from Jamf Connect Basic, or planning identity integration for zero-touch Mac deployment. #Okta #Jamf #macossecurity #AppleSecurity #DeviceBoundSSO #macOS #IdentityManagement #PlatformSSO #ZeroTouchDeployment #JamfAfterDark #EnterpriseSecurity #MacAdmin #TrustedAccess #podcast

Ozempic is everywhere, and the conversation around it reveals far more than a debate about weight loss. Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar step into the cultural moment surrounding GLP-1 medications, clarifying their medical purpose while asking more profound questions about motive, discipline, and identity. The guys acknowledge that these drugs have saved lives, especially for those with type two diabetes, but they focus on the growing trend of using them as shortcuts to self-control and image management. What emerges is a challenge to examine why so many are willing to chemically alter their bodies in pursuit of a certain look, and what that pursuit reveals about the desires shaping the heart.The discussion widens to the obsession with perfection and comfort that shapes modern life. The guys describe how we live in a filtered and photoshopped world where appearance becomes currency and praise becomes addictive. Ozempic, they argue, functions as a cultural artifact that exposes a lack of discipline and an unwillingness to embrace discomfort. This shortcut mindset shows up not only in health but also in faith, work, and ministry, where people want outcomes without formation. Discipline, once seen as virtuous, is now treated as oppressive, yet Scripture calls believers to discipline themselves for godliness rather than convenience.Contentment becomes a central theme as the guys contrast cultural messaging with a biblical worldview. Advertisers thrive by sowing dissatisfaction, but Scripture calls believers to gratitude, stewardship, and eternal perspective. Identity is often tied to the scale or the mirror, yet value is rooted in belonging to Christ. Oscar shares practical wisdom about food as fuel rather than a fixation, modeling balance rather than restriction or obsession. Ray emphasizes enjoying God's gifts without letting them rule us, reminding listeners that health is complex and cannot be reduced to appearance alone.The conversation closes with a call to examine judgment, pride, and purpose. The body is not a trophy to display but a temple to steward, and viewing it rightly frees believers from comparison and condemnation. Psalm 139 affirms God's intentional design, pushing back against cultural pressure to reshape what God has formed. True contentment comes from denying self, following Christ, and living for eternal glory rather than temporary praise. There are no shortcuts to sanctification, only grace, discipline, and a life oriented toward making Christ known rather than making ourselves admired. Send a textThanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro

Have you ever wondered why you try and try and try to change but nothing changes? If so, you're not alone and it's not your fault, it's your brain keeping you trapped in your old subconscious identity. In this episode, I delve into the BE-DO-HAVE model of performance which you've probably heard me talk about over and over and I talk about why some people still fail with it. I share with you how to up-level and make the BE-DO-HAVE strategy of performance work for you! In this episode I talk about:[1:43] How your current subconscious identity keeps you trapped[7:48] How your reptilian brain does not want you to change[12:22] How predictability keeps you trapped[13:48] Why anxiety sets in when you're trying to change[18:43] How “Resistance” is not your friend[20:33] Why there is no time but NOW to work from[23:12] And, how your brain tries to protect you but keeps you trapped If you've ever wondered, “WHY, why do I want to change so badly but I keep finding myself right back in my old patterns” then this episode is for you. In this episode, I dig into brain-based function as well as the psychological aspects of change and transformation.

In this transformative episode, Inside the Vault with Ash Cash sits down with Imam Rashad Abdul, a scholar of Quranic Arabic, comparative religion, and Black liberation theology, to explore one of the most important conversations in the Black community today: the relationship between Christianity, Islam, identity, and economic empowerment.Imam Rashad breaks down:– Why 20–40% of enslaved West Africans were Muslim – The real link between Christianity, Islam, and Black liberation – What the Quran actually says about Jews and Christians – Why Jesus was never worshiped as God in early Christianity – How both faiths can unite to transform the Black community – The economic blueprint inside scripture — wealth, stewardship, and power – Why miseducation keeps Black people divided spiritually and financially – How Islam in America evolved from the Nation of Islam to modern Sunni practice – Identity, trauma, and the psychology of choosing faith – What new Muslims must know when embracing IslamThis episode isn't about debate. It's about truth, unity, and empowerment for a people who share the same history, the same struggle, and the same need for collective elevation.Follow Imam Rashad Abdul: @rashadabdul_ Follow Inside the Vault: @InsideTheVault Follow Ash Cash: @IAmAshCash⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 — The statement that shook the room: “Jesus never said ‘I am God.'” 00:22 — Why 20–40% of enslaved Africans were Muslim 00:54 — Islam as a liberating message for Black America 01:21 — Judaism, Christianity & Islam: shared historical roots 01:55 — Religion, control & why faith became political 02:14 — Inside the Vault introduction 02:29 — Who is Imam Rashad Abdul? 03:04 — Why this conversation matters for Black unity 03:42 — Christianity, Islam & money: the foundation of America 04:07 — The first controversial question about Jesus' divinity 05:28 — Why Black Christians & Black Muslims share the same history 06:18 — Fatherhood, trauma & psychological patterns in our community 07:54 — Slavery's impact on Black religious identity 09:12 — Early Black Christian interpretations vs European Christianity 10:58 — Why many African Americans choose Islam today 12:48 — How West African Islamic culture shaped Black America 13:23 — How Islam entered America through the Nation of Islam 14:47 — Malcolm X, Elijah Muhammad & Black liberation theology 16:33 — Christianity used as psychological control during slavery 17:08 — “We are one people” — unity over division 18:04 — Why Muslims cannot disconnect from their community 19:08 — What the Quran actually says about Jews & Christians 21:10 — The Trinity vs the Quranic concept of God 22:56 — How Greek philosophy influenced the New Testament 24:50 — Cultural context & how theology evolved after Jesus 25:54 — Islam's teachings on money, wealth & stewardship 27:38 — Wealth as responsibility, not greed 29:20 — Adam's story & human potential 31:05 — Joseph & economic intelligence in scripture 33:22 — Zakat: purifying wealth and uplifting the poor 35:10 — Is wealth spiritually dangerous? 36:42 — Religion, poverty & controlling the masses 38:01 — How Prophet Muhammad modeled entrepreneurship 39:18 — Independence vs dependency in the Black community 40:51 — Why the Black Muslim economic model is powerful 42:31 — Cultural confusion vs true Islam 43:56 — Identity issues among Black Muslims 45:14 — The “Arabization” challenge in U.S. Islam 47:09 — Isolation of new Muslims & lack of mentorship 49:05 — The psychological legacy of “white Jesus” 50:18 — How Islam & Christianity overlap more than people realize 52:42 — Misunderstanding theology keeps us divided 54:56 — Why both faiths must unite economically 56:21 — The Jewish wealth blueprint & economic discipline 58:44 — Competing ideologies & ego in leadership 1:00:38 — Why Islamic growth threatens some leaders 1:02:45 — What the Black community is missing economically 1:04:11 — How Muslims & Christians can build together 1:05:43 — The future of Black religious leadership 1:08:22 — What new Muslims must know 1:10:04 — Taking shahada: what happens next 1:12:00 — Islam as a lifelong journey of growth 1:13:10 — Final wisdom from Imam Rashad 1:14:44 — Follow Imam Rashad & get his book 1:15:30 — Closing the VaultAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Joseph Williams was raised in Brooklyn by his mother and grandmother, but the allure of the streets quickly led him into fighting, selling crack, and a 4-year bid in New Jersey. After returning home and falling back into the lifestyle, Joe committed a brazen movie theater robbery that resulted in a stiff 11-year sentence in New York State prison. In this episode, we dive into how Joe survived the New York prison system, earned his college degree behind bars, and turned his life around to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to breaking the cycle of recidivism. _____________________________________________ #IanBick #rikersisland #jailstory #NewYorkPrison #PrisonStories #Robbery #Brooklyn #redemptionstory _____________________________________________ Thank you to LUCY for sponsoring this episode: Go to HTTP://LUCY.CO/IANBICK and use promo code IANBICK to get 20% off your first order. _____________________________________________ Connect with Dr. Joseph Williams: Website Link: lyfechessynk.com Email: lyfechess.ynk@gmail.com Instagram: @Dr.4joegi LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dr-joseph-joe-williams-dsw-lcsw-88b41584 https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1100758 https://secure.helloalma.com/providers/joseph-williams/#More-info _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Movie Theater Heist Gone Wrong 01:01 Dr. Joseph Williams: Streets to Social Work 01:18 Growing Up in Brooklyn 02:33 Raised by Mom & Grandma 05:07 First Fights & School Trouble 09:31 Identity, Anger & Violence 13:13 Arrests & No Father at Home 18:53 Meeting the Crew & Street Life 23:20 First Real Hustles for Money 27:29 Guns, Power & Respect 31:01 Losing Friends to the Streets 39:20 Getting Shot in 90s Brooklyn 45:57 Rikers Island on Gun Charges 52:20 Prison Survival & Hustle Mindset 57:59 Out of Prison, Back to the Hustle 01:05:07 The Heist That Changed Everything 01:10:00 Living With the Consequences 01:16:03 Clinton Prison Changes My Mindset 01:26:01 Education That Saved My Life 01:33:02 From Prison to Social Work 01:40:00 Healing Trauma & Therapy 01:45:02 Buried vs. Planted: My Life 01:46:01 New Mission & Community Work 01:48:38 Advice to My Younger Self 01:48:54 Final Reflections & Farewell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2025 psychological thriller, "The Dutchman." Based on Amiri Baraka's groundbreaking 1964 Obie Award-winning one-act play, the film follows Clay (André Holland), a successful but troubled Black businessman navigating a crumbling marriage with his wife Kaya (Zazie Beetz). After a therapy session with the enigmatic Dr. Amiri (Stephen McKinley Henderson), Clay encounters Lula (Kate Mara), a seductive and sinister white woman on a New York subway, who draws him into a dangerous psychological game of cat and mouse that forces him to confront his identity, his marriage, and the concept of double consciousness. Directed by Andre Gaines and co-written with Qasim Basir, the film also stars Aldis Hodge and Lauren E. Banks. The crew digs into the film's exploration of race, assimilation, Black male identity, and whether this modern adaptation does justice to Baraka's original text — or if the meta-theatrical approach gets in its own way.Black on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).

Ready to transform the way you show up in relationships, heal your emotional wounds, and tap into your most expansive self? In this episode, K+L sit down with psychotherapist + healing coach Flynn Skidmore for a conversation on identity evolution + what it truly takes to thrive in love + life. Morning Microdose is a podcast curated by Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, the hosts and founders of Almost 30, a global community, brand, and top rated podcast. With curated clips from the Almost 30 podcast, Morning Mircodose will set the tone for your day, so you can feel inspired through thought provoking conversations…all in digestible episodes that are less than 10 minutes. Wake up with Krista and Lindsey, both literally and spiritually, Monday-Friday. If you enjoyed this conversation, listen to the full episode on Spotify here and on Apple here.

Kahoʻokahi Kanuha is a prominent Native Hawaiian educator from Moku o Keawe and a respected cultural practitioner dedicated to ʻike Hawaiʻi and cultural revitalization. Many first came to know him during the movement to protect Mauna Kea, where he became one of the key leaders helping guide and organize the kiaʻi. He has served as a Hawaiian language advisor for Apple TV's Chief of War and as Jason Momoa's personal ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi teacher. He also hosts the fully Hawaiian-language podcast Mai Ka Pūnana Mai. Beyond advocacy, he is a father, mentor, and youth soccer coach committed to passing culture to the next generation.In this episode we talk about going to Hawaiian immersion schools, learning Hawaiian language, the usage of diacritical marks, the protests on Mauna Kea, aloha ʻāina, working with Jason Momoa on Chief of War, our future as a lāhui, and so much more. Enjoy!Find Kaho'okahi here:https://www.instagram.com/kahookahi/Buy our merch:

George sits down with Gary Brecka to talk health, the drama in the medical space, and a deeper, more personal side of Gary you haven't seen before. Enjoy the episode.Visit https://www.eightsleep.com/janko and use code JANKO for $350 off Pod 5 Ultra, $200 off Pod 5 Core from Eight Sleep!Head to http://basedbodyworks.com and use code GEORGE for 20% off and also get a free toiletry bag when you order one of the sets!Follow George! Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/georgejanko⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/GeorgeJanko⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@georgejanko⁠ Follow Shawna! Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shawnadellaricca/⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ShawnaDellaRiccaOfficialBusiness Inquiries Email: ⁠george@divisionmedia.coChapters:00:00 Intro00:05 Faith, Physiology & Why Science Made Him Believe in God00:24 “I'd Bet My Entire Career On This”02:30 Who Gary Brecka Is & What He Actually Does08:05 Science vs The Gospel — Can They Coexist?12:40 The Real Problem With Modern Health Advice15:26 NAD, Deficiencies & Giving The Body Raw Materials20:12 Supplements vs Lifestyle — What Actually Matters23:48 The Simplicity We Overcomplicate30:33 Hormone Therapy & The Ferrari Analogy34:50 Why Most Doctors Aren't The Enemy38:00 Insurance, Incentives & The Pill-First System42:15 The Three Pillars: Sleep, Mobility, Sunlight46:29 48 Months of Breathwork Without Missing a Day50:40 Grounding, Circadian Rhythm & Free Optimization57:10 Bloodwork, Insulin & Metabolic Dysfunction01:01:38 How The Brain Eliminates Waste (Glymphatic System)01:08:20 Inflammation — The Root of Chronic Disease01:16:32 Why Ketosis Changes Everything01:22:50 Chronic Disease & America's Health Crisis01:25:44 What He Learned Studying Mortality01:33:13 Faith, Depression & Renewing The Mind01:41:00 Identity, Discipline & Self-Control01:48:29 Good vs Evil — Culture, Politics & Health Freedom01:55:40 Taking Ownership of Your Family's Health02:04:40 Breaking The Injury & Weight Gain Loop02:10:50 Fasted Training & Essential Amino Acids02:19:15 Growing Up Under A Disciplinarian Father02:23:30 Cutting Tobacco & Hard Labor Lessons02:28:00 Work Ethic, Responsibility & Legacy02:33:33 Closing Thoughts

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The Respectable Addiction: When Work Becomes the Coping Mechanism A reflection on burnout, identity, and recovery — plus practical action steps There's an addiction we rarely talk about because it looks like ambition. It earns praise. Promotions. Respect. It hides behind phrases like "driven," "productive," and "hard-working." But for many high achievers, work isn't just effort — it's a coping mechanism. In this episode, Dawn shares her story of a "workaholic blackout" — the moment she realized work had become her drug. After years of recovery from substances, she found herself caught in a new cycle: overwork, anxiety, identity tied to productivity, and eventual burnout. At one point, she drove home from work and had no memory of the drive. That was the moment everything shifted. What followed was a diagnosis of extreme burnout and a realization that she wasn't just "busy" — she was addicted to working.     When Work Stops Being Healthy One of the most powerful distinctions Dawn shared is this: Working hard doesn't make someone a workaholic. External pressure doesn't equal addiction. Workaholism comes from the inside. It's marked by: An internal compulsion to keep working Self-worth tied to productivity Constant thoughts about work Anxiety or guilt when not working Difficulty detaching — even during rest You can meet deadlines, put in long hours, and still be healthy. But when work becomes how you manage fear, grief, identity, or anxiety — it shifts from effort to escape.     Burnout Isn't Just Exhaustion Burnout isn't just being tired. It's a full-system collapse: Physical Emotional Mental Spiritual For many high performers, burnout mirrors an addiction "bottom." You keep pushing… until your system can't. And then something breaks. Relationships suffer. Health declines. Meaning fades. And the work that once energized you begins to feel like pressure, obligation, or proof of worth.     The Cultural Trap Our culture celebrates overworking. We glorify: Hustle Sacrifice Endless productivity "Grinding" for success But we rarely talk about the cost: Anxiety Family strain Loss of identity outside work Chronic stress Emotional detachment Workaholism is often called "the respectable addiction" because it looks admirable from the outside. Until it doesn't.     Recovery Isn't About Quitting Work Unlike substances, you can't abstain from work. Recovery is about boundaries, awareness, and redefining your relationship to productivity. Dawn shared practices that helped her rebuild balance: Under-scheduling instead of over-planning Creating "top lines" (healthy behaviors to commit to) Creating "bottom lines" (behaviors to avoid) Protecting time for joy, relationships, and rest Spiritual grounding and daily reflection Detaching self-worth from output It's less about doing less — and more about working from a different place. Not fear. Not "not enough." Not urgency. But intention.     Action Steps: Rebuilding a Healthy Relationship With Work If this episode resonated, here are simple starting points. 1) Notice the fuel behind your productivity Ask yourself: Am I working from joy… or fear? Is this aligned… or avoidance? Am I creating… or proving? 2) Separate urgency from importance Not everything urgent is important. And not everything important feels urgent. Pause before reacting. 3) Identify your "bottom lines" Examples: No work after a certain hour No phone during family time No checking email first thing in the morning 4) Define your "top lines" Healthy commitments like: Movement Hydration Connection Rest Creative time 5) Schedule spaciousness Recovery often begins with: Fewer commitments Fewer calls Fewer goals at once Space allows clarity. 6) Detach identity from productivity Practice this reframe: "I am enough — with or without what I produce today." 7) Watch for the "self-care productivity trap" Even healing can become another project. Self-care isn't something to optimize. It's something to experience.     Reflection Prompts Where is my self-worth tied to achievement? What am I avoiding by staying busy? When do I feel most at peace — and why? What would "enough" look like today?     Resources Mentioned Workaholics Anonymous literature and tools Journaling and recovery reflection practices Byron Katie's "The Work" inquiry process Anxiety and habit research (Dr. Judson Brewer) Recovery communities and peer support spaces (Referenced from episode transcript)     Final Thought You don't have to burn out to change your relationship with work. You don't have to earn rest. You don't have to prove your worth. You don't have to run on fear. There is another way to work — one rooted in clarity, presence, and enoughness. And it starts with one honest question: What's really driving me right now? Guest Contact Info: 

In this poignant episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini sits down with oncology nurse educator Robby Wallace to discuss the often-overlooked physical and emotional toll of cancer treatment. While medical teams focus on eradicating the disease, patients are frequently left to navigate profound shifts in their body image, identity, and daily functionality on their own. Robby sheds light on the gaps in the current healthcare system, explaining why patients often feel lost in medical jargon and why having a patient advocate is crucial. From the trauma of hair loss to the complexities of fertility and intimacy, this conversation offers a compassionate look at what it truly means to heal the person, not just the patient.SHOW NOTES: Click hereFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behind_the_bite Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On February 6, 2026, I debated James White in a public, moderated debate titled "Does the Bible Teach the Trinity?" James White demonstrably failed to prove the affirmative of the debate. To view the video version of this episode, go here: https://youtu.be/hMuDp3XPmbU             Visit Amazon to buy your copy of A Systematic Theology of the Early Church: https://amzn.to/47jldOc    Visit Amazon to buy your copy of Wisdom Christology in the Gospel of John: https://amzn.to/3JBflHb     Visit Amazon to buy your copy of The Son of God: Three Views of the Identity of Jesus: https://amzn.to/43DPYey    To support this podcast, donate here: https://www.paypal.me/10mintruthtalks     Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BiblicalUnitarianPodcast        Follow on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/biblicalunitarianpodcast  Follow on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/OneGodPodcast  

Meet Your All·in·One Creator Store (Stan)https://join.stan.store/the505podcastMeet Your All·in·One Creator Store (Stan)https://join.stan.store/the505podcastWhat's up Rock Nation. Today we're joined by Alex Costa, one of the biggest men's lifestyle creators in the world and the founder of Forte Series, now in over 800 Target stores. Before the millions of followers and the retail deals, Alex was filming videos in his bedroom while working at Google. Then he bet on himself. In this episode, we break down why he quit a stable job, how he built real confidence through reps, why most creators quit too early, and what it actually takes to turn a personal brand into a real company.Check out Alex here:https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@alexcosta⁩  https://www.instagram.com/alexcosta/Timestamps0:00 – Intro1:03 – Paid To Be You waitlist1:18 – Alex's rise + why hair care first2:01 – Finding his niche in men's hair3:37 – Launching Forte before it was perfect4:38 – Selling 10,000 units in six weeks5:24 – Speed vs perfection in business8:27 – Working at YouTube & learning from creators11:15 - Stan Store12:07 - What brands get wrong 15:31 – The year everything changed (2017 momentum)16:26 – The $100K cushion rule before quitting Google17:47 – The emotional night he quit19:51 – Advice for going full-time as a creator22:34 – Early Instagram strategy (self-timer to hiring a photographer)24:20 – “It's okay to be cringe” moment27:18 – His mission: being a big brother to his audience29:14 – The loneliness problem men are facing30:05 – Military school failure → discipline → resilience33:08 – Confidence = stacking skills, not hype36:22 – First money lessons & avoiding lifestyle creep39:02 – Target launch announcement41:32 – How the Target opportunity started44:04 – Practicing the Target pitch for weeks45:11 – What retailers actually care about (reach + new customers)46:36 – The reality of getting into Target (cash flow + inventory risk)47:16 – Taking a personal loan to fund the first purchase order47:55 – Unit per store per week & retail pressure48:31 – Retail data tracking & store-by-store performance50:12 – Managing retail expectations vs DTC freedom52:08 – Balancing brand identity with mass retail54:33 – Scaling operations without breaking culture57:10 – Pressure of representing your name on shelves59:42 – Inventory risk & sleepless founder nights1:02:18 – Leading a team while still being the face1:04:47 – Creator leverage vs traditional brands1:07:26 – When growth starts feeling heavy1:09:58 – Identity shift: creator → operator1:12:14 – Burnout signals & mental resets1:14:52 – Why most founders underestimate stress1:17:31 – Playing the long game in business1:19:48 – Momentum comes from consistency, not hype1:22:05 – Scaling without losing creative instinct1:24:36 – Separating ego from business decisions1:27:18 – What success actually feels like1:30:02 – Money, meaning, and responsibility1:32:41 – Legacy vs lifestyle1:35:20 – Building something that outlives you1:37:58 – Advice to creators building physical products1:40:14 – Confidence through reps, not validation1:42:27 – Final thoughts on risk and embarrassment1:44:10 – If he could go back and tell himself one thing1:45:32 – Closing reflectionsIf you liked this episode please send it to a friend and take a screenshot for your story! And as always, we'd love to hear from you guys on what you'd like to hear us talk about or potential guests we should have on. DM US ON IG: (Our DM's are always open!) Bfiggy: https://www.instagram.com/bfiggy/ Kostas: https://www.instagram.com/kostasg95/

What if one word could instantly create disconnection in your family?In Episode 108 of High Performance Parenting, Greg and Jacquie Francis unpack why phrases like “you always” and “you never” instantly trigger defensiveness — and how identity-based criticism damages connection.You'll learn:Why “always” and “never” shut down listeningHow tone impacts connection more than contentThe difference between identity and behavior correctionHow siblings create connection (and disconnection)- Why love languages matter in real conflictHow to argue with honor instead of hurtIf you want calmer homes, stronger marriages, and healthier sibling relationships — this episode is for you.(00:00) Why “You Always” Instantly Creates Defensiveness(01:55) Identity-Based Criticism vs Correcting Behavior(03:32) Raising Your Voice and Managing Conflict With Honor(04:57) Keeping Score and Sibling Disconnection(05:53) Breaking the Habit of “Always” and “Never”(07:47) Why Late-Night Arguments Escalate Conflict(09:37) Love Languages and Understanding Each Other(10:55) How Love Languages Impact Conflict(12:18) Celebrating Personality Differences(14:05) Comparison and Identity in Families(15:28) Embracing Different Personalities in the Home

This week, Kyra sits down with Brian Thompson, financial advisor, former tax attorney, and business strategist, for a powerful conversation at the intersection of finance, identity, and purpose. Brian works with LGBTQ+ and mission-driven entrepreneurs to help them build profitable businesses that reflect who they are and what they stand for. Together, they explore the myth that founders must choose between impact and profit, the early signs that a business may no longer fit your life, and how identity-led planning creates sustainable growth. Brian shares practical mindset and financial shifts that help entrepreneurs build with clarity, charge confidently, and design operations that support long-term legacy. In this episode: ✨ Why impact and profit are not opposing forces ✨ How identity shapes the way you build your business ✨ Signs you may be building the wrong business for your life ✨ Financial mindset shifts for mission-driven founders ✨ Aligning operations, money, and legacy with your values For entrepreneurs who want their work and wealth to reflect who they truly are, this episode offers grounded strategy and encouragement to build differently. Connect with Brian: Website: https://btfinancial.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/btfinancial/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the part of growth that no one talks about. The messy middle (the sacred, stretchy space between who you were and who you're becoming) is something we're often not prepared for. During this time, you'll intuitively know something is changing, even if you haven't fully caught up with it yet. When you're in the messy middle, it's not about chasing the next thing. It's about embracing the process of an identity shift. There's no standard timeline. There's no correct pace. And as you proceed to new levels, the messy middle will show up again. Over time, you can learn to honor it as you navigate through. In this episode, you will learn about: What the messy middle feels like (even if you haven't noticed you're in it yet). Why pushing through the messy middle isn't the answer. Examples of how grief shows up when your identity is shifting. What my messy middle looked like and when my greatest moment of relief showed up. How to use the messy middle to integrate your next level of expansion. How the work of letting go can help you navigate the struggles of the messy middle. Why your nervous system needs to re-calibrate before you can embrace a new identity. What to do when you sense you're headed into times of high stress.     Check out The Pink Skirt Project, happening July 9-10, 2026 in Kelowna, BC, Canada.   Want to get unstuck, feel more confident and surround yourself with women ready to help you climb? Join The Pink Skirt Society.   Got a minute? I would love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap, and give me five stars. Then select "Write a Review." Make sure to highlight your favorite bits. Subscribe here. Connect with Renée: @renee_warren www.reneewarren.com

Susan Niebergall - author and one of the most visible female fitness authorities in the industry - returns to share her wisdom on aging, strength, recovery, metabolism, and redefining what women should strive for physically.In this episode, Susan and Andrew discuss how cultural messaging pushed generations of women toward being skinny instead of strong, how strength training changed her recovery after hip replacement surgery, and why maintaining muscle and purpose may be one of the most powerful anti-aging strategies available.Susan also shares practical insight into osteoporosis, metabolism changes, retirement risks, hormone therapy, and training approaches for longevity.THIS EPISODE COVERS:How cultural and gender stereotypes pushed women toward thinness over strengthHer recovery two years after hip replacement surgeryWhy pre-surgery strength training improved her recovery outcomesWhy she believes we age because we stop using our strengthThe hidden risks of retirement and how to approach it more healthfullyWhether metabolism slows with age — and by how muchWhat she means by “Lifestyle Metabolism”Training and lifestyle strategies for osteoporosis managementHer experience with hormone replacement therapy (HRT)Rep ranges, training intensity, and recovery considerations after 60And much moreInstagram: @susanniebergallfitnessCHAPTERS00:54 Two Years After Hip Replacement: Recovery, Stability & Feeling Normal02:05 Prehab Pays Off: Training Before Surgery & Early Rehab Milestones07:33 Aging, Strength & Retirement: Why Slowing Down Speeds Aging10:16 Identity, Purpose & Retiring To Something11:50 Sponsor: MacrosFirst12:55 How Heavy Is Heavy After 60? Training Intensity & Mindset17:15 Rep Ranges for Real Humans23:26 Recovery as the New Priority24:37 Sponsor: TrainHeroic25:56 Metabolism & Aging: What Research Really Says26:28 Why Metabolism Feels Slower27:56 Lifestyle Metabolism (NEAT) Explained29:18 What Metabolism Really Means31:22 Osteoporosis Wake-Up Call32:50 Training Safely for Bone & Muscle36:18 Advice for Your 30s–40s38:51 Diet Culture & Body Image43:57 Sponsor: Just Bite Me Meals45:02 Starting HRT at 6549:48 Navigating Menopause Information53:06 Where to Follow Susan + Wrap-UpSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode helped you rethink aging, strength, or your long-term health, you can support the show by:Subscribing and checking out more episodesSharing it on social media (tag me — I will respond)Sending it to someone who wants to age strongerFOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP Strength App (use code COATESRP)https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJust Bite Me Meals (use code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10 percent off)https://justbitememeals.comMacrosFirst – FREE Premium TrialDownload MacrosFirst → During setup answer: ANDREWKNKG Bags (15 percent off)https://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676Versa Grippshttps://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC – FREE 90 Day Trialhttps://www.trainheroic.com/liftfree

Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up today, the Ireland team is named to face England, with Sam Prendergast axed from the matchday squad,How the England out-half dynamic may work on Saturday, according to Stuart Barnes,And a new development in the Dupont-salary cap scandal, with Toulouse clapping back at L'Équipe.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Many people chase new goals while still speaking to themselves like the old version who could not change. Language becomes a quiet ceiling on progress. This training shows how to use simple daily checks to spot which level of self image you are in and how to move forward. Listeners get clear examples of old identity lines and new identity lines so action and self talk finally match. BOOK A CALL WITH PERRY: http://talktoperry.com TEXT ME: (208) 400-5095 JOIN MY FREE COMMUNITY: http://upsidedownfit.com The Legacy Continues with Syona and Tony Horton: https://sharesyona.co/?url=perrytinsley RESOURCES Best Probiotic for Gut Health: https://bit.ly/probyo Best Focus & Memory Product: https://bit.ly/dryvefocus Daily Success Habits (Free Download): morningsuccesshabits.com Best Home Workouts – Power Nation: https://sharesyona.co/?url=perrytinsley WOW! You made it all the way down here. I'm seriously impressed! Most people stop scrolling way earlier. You officially rock, my friend.

Before the Iranian Revolution, nearly 100,000 Jews lived rich, deeply rooted lives in Iran. Activist Tabby Refael, whose family fled in the 1980s, tells Samantha Vinokor-Meinrath in great detail how she holds complex identities of being Iranian, American, and Jewish. With the recent rise in protests against the Islamic Republic, Tabby's conversation – taking us from Tehran to LA – feels more relevant than ever, and offers a window into a personal and oftentimes emotional world full of memory and meaning.Learn more about The Jewish Education Project at jewishedproject.orgThis episode was produced by Miranda Lapides and Rina Cohen Schwarz. The show's executive producers are David Bryfman, Karen Cummins, and Nessa Liben. This episode was engineered and edited by Nathan J. Vaughan of NJV Media. If you enjoyed the show, please leave us a 5-star rating and review, or even better, share it with a friend. Be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and be the first to know when new episodes are released. To learn more about The Jewish Education Project visit jewishedproject.org where you can find links to our Jewish Educator Portal and learn more about our mission, history, and staff. We are a proud partner of UJA-Federation of New York.   

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Renowned motivational speaker and coach, Jess Wilson shares how she fought for years to get answers for her two severely unwell sons after being dismissed by doctors, until a Perth specialist ordered routine immune tests and diagnosed a rare genetic immune disease; the system later apologised and treatment began. She discusses medical gaslighting, intuition, forgiveness, and radical responsibility, and how the experience led her into nutrition, holistic health, and speaking focused on identity, discipline, micro-decisions, and higher standards for health, relationships, and generational wellbeing. Watch this empowering conversation on YouTube ✨Connect with Jess at www.jesswilson.com and connect with her on socials Instagram/LinkedIn/Other - Instagram @jesswilsonofficial  ⏱️Timestamps: 00:00 Meet Jess Wilson: Energy, Health & Leading With Love 01:24 Jess's Roots in South Africa: A 'Hippie' Upbringing & Early Health Values 01:59 High Achiever to Burnout: The Cost of 'Go, Go, Go' 02:48 When Motherhood Turns Into a Medical Battle 05:44 Medical Gaslighting & the Breakthrough Diagnosis 07:22 What Was Wrong? The Symptoms No One Could Explain 09:45 Being Heard, Forgiving the System & Taking Responsibility 10:57 Radical Responsibility: Empowerment vs Blame 16:13 After the Diagnosis: Partnering Medicine + Holistic Support 20:41 A Second Chance at Life: Joy, Standards & Rebuilding Everything 22:47 Joy vs 'YOLO': Chocolate Cake, Cravings & Real Health Choices 24:10 Happiness vs Fulfillment: Dopamine, Serotonin & the Joy Hormone 27:18 Instant Gratification vs Long-Term Fulfillment (and Why It Compounds) 28:36 Micro Decisions & the Compounding Effect (Food, Energy, Standards) 30:08 The Alarm Clock Rule: Building Consistency with One Non‑Negotiable 31:00 Standards in Every Area: Laundry, Bills, and the Subconscious Worth Message 34:26 Routine as an Anchor + Boundaries That Support Relationships 35:53 Choosing Yourself: Leaving What's Not for You & Breaking Patterns 38:48 Believing in Bigger Love: Expanding What's Possible (and Ditching 'All Men Are Crap') 44:23 Pain, Shadow Work & Self‑Trust: Why You'll Walk Away When It's Wrong 46:20 Health Myths in Your 40s: Identity, Discipline, and 'I Just Don't Do That Anymore' 50:36 Raising Kids with Standards: Family Food Identity & Modeling Discipline 53:08 Generational Responsibility + Final Takeaways & Gratitude Wrap‑Up

I don't talk about identity change enough but it is a key part of your decluttering journey and to moving towards 'becoming her'. So tune into this episode and give future you a high five.Also please join me for my free 3 day challenge starting tomorrowor here: https://simpleintentional.kit.com/clear-reset••• Love the show? Leave a five star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ on Apple Podcasts — it means the world to me and helps more women find the simple + intentional podcast Join my email list for updates, tips + inspiration by downloading your free intentional living guide here Instagram @simpleintentional Read www.simpleintentional.com Want more support? Work with me one-on-one: hello@simpleintentional.com

What if the best advice for training AI agents is actually the missing piece in how you manage your team? Khalil breaks down the "How to Hire an AI" playbook and reveals how its five core elements: persistence, identity, tools, autonomy, and accountability, are the exact framework contractors need to transform their employee management. This episode isn't about technology; it's about finally giving your team the clarity, tools, and trust they need to take work off your plate.What You'll LearnThe five elements every AI agent needs (and why your employees need them too)How to create a "trust ladder" that gives employees autonomy without micromanagingWhy closing loops proactively is the difference between good employees and great onesThe three-layer memory system that makes knowledge stick in your companyHow to set up team rhythms that actually get followed when stress hitsTime Stamps00:47 - Episode Intro02:56 - The Five Key Elements of Training AI and Employees07:31 - Implementing AI and Employee Management Strategies18:54 - Understanding Autonomy and Trust in AI19:38 - Effective Communication and Loop Management23:05 - Establishing Rhythms and Leveraging AISnippets from the Episode"Employees want to be autonomous in their role. They want to be able to become a master of what they're doing. They want meaningful work that's challenging and that they can own." - Khalil BenalioulhajKey TakeawaysThe Five Elements Framework: Persistence, Identity, Tools, Autonomy, AccountabilityGive Your Team Permission to Push BackThe Three-Layer Memory System for Your CompanyMinimum Authority Principle: Start Small, Expand Trust Over TimeThe Trust Ladder: Define What Autonomy Looks Like at Each LevelClose Loops Proactively or They'll Live in Your Head ForeverEstablish Rhythms Now So You Have Them When Chaos HitsResources⁠⁠Implementing AI in Your Business Workshop Sign-Up ⁠Claude AI⁠⁠CompanyCam⁠⁠Granola AI⁠⁠Wispr Flow⁠⁠24 Things⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Construction Business Owners Need to Successfully Hire & Train an Executive Assistant⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Schedule⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ a 15-Minute Roadblock CallBuild a Business that Runs without you. Explore our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GrowthKits⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need Marketing Help? We Recommend⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Benali⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Need Help with podcast production? We recommend⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Demandcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Checkout ⁠⁠⁠⁠Quo⁠⁠⁠⁠ More from Martin Holland⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theprofitproblem.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠annealbc.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email Martin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meet With Martin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More from Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠benali.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Meet With Khalil⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More from The Cash Flow ContractorSubscribe to our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow On Social:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X(formerly Twitter)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Cashflow Contractor

Its a DUDE CAST!!!! When KT is away, the boys will...well...be boys! In this episode of the Talk My Credo Podcast, the boys delve into a variety of topics including the diaspora wars between African immigrants and "Foundational Black Americans" surrounding recent fiery posts made during Black History Month. They also talk about the war between Candace Owens and Turning Point USA, with the former exposing the latter's farce Super Bowl Halftime Show. Nas and P Shaw reviews Katt Williams' recent special "The Last Report", with a heart-felt tribute to the late Jesse Jackson and honoring the impact he's had on American society. Oh, and dont forget a riveting conversation on the concept of 90s Fine! Tap in and lets get active!!-------------------------*** CHAPTERS ***00:00 Introduction and Updates on KT02:42 Discussion on Valentine's Day and Social Norms05:23 Controversial TikTok Incident and Reactions07:23 Exploring Identity and Cultural Dynamics10:13 The Impact of Historical Context on Current Issues12:59 Navigating Perspectives and Accountability15:47 Concluding Thoughts on Cultural Identity22:27 Xenophobia and Historical Context27:35 Identity and Ancestry32:35 Accountability and Projection38:09 Gaslighting and Clarification42:41 Candace Owens and Conservative Controversies44:34 The Backlash of Pro-Israel Advocacy46:39 The Halftime Show Controversy50:59 Cat Williams' Comedy Evolution01:01:54 Fashion and Identity in Comedy01:04:34 NBA All-Star Weekend Highlights01:06:07 The Competitive Spirit of Basketball01:08:05 Cultural Significance of the Game 2101:08:13 Debating the All-Star Game's Authenticity01:10:08 The Evolution of Basketball Players01:10:39 The Impact of Race in Basketball01:13:14 Injuries and Their Consequences in Sports01:15:00 The Future of the All-Star Game01:18:32 The Legacy of Jesse Jackson and Political Commentary01:27:42 The Legacy of Jesse Jackson01:28:47 Imagining a Different America01:30:18 Cultural Influences and Representation01:31:06 Defining '90s Fine: A Cultural Discussion01:36:04 The Evolution of Beauty Standards01:42:30 Critique of Media Representation01:42:55 Nostalgic Reflections on Iconic Women01:46:53 The Impact of Beauty Standards in Media01:48:57 Cultural Icons and Their Evolution01:56:32 Community Engagement and Content Creation---------------

Four months before her wedding, Carol became a widow.In November 2019, Carol's fiancé died suddenly of a massive heart attack — just as they were preparing to begin their married life together. What followed was shock, brain fog, financial fear, physical grief symptoms, and the painful unraveling of identity.In this deeply honest conversation, Carol shares what it means to lose not just a partner — but your future. She opens up about survival mode, widow's fire, the unexpected physical toll of grief, navigating finances alone, and why the second year can be harder than the first.This episode is raw, real, and compassionate — for anyone walking through sudden loss, identity shifts, or grief that others don't understand.

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Episode Highlights With PaulHis journey to get to the work he does now The metaphor of dance and how it relates to everythingSomatic healing and how it comes into play“It's sacred, not serious.”What the Habit Finder is and how this gives different information than regular personality testsInductive assessments vs deductive assessment like the Habit Finder Identity is very fluid and trauma can often become a core element of identity Trauma is not what happened to you, its what's going on inside of youThe body was never meant to be a storage facility for the energy of trauma which is trapped energy Every human has experienced the most traumatic thing a human can experience in birthFinding authenticity in the function of the game we are all playing We thought the brain was the command center, but it actually receives more guidance from the body than it sendsThe energy it takes to build something will always be the energy it takes to maintain itYour life is exactly as you need it to be and how understanding this can shift so muchThe liminal space that lets life be easier and more successful, can be accessed, and how to learn howThe difference between obligation and devotionWhat a horizontal relationship is and why this is so important Why many of the things we do that we think are for our children are actually for our own benefitIf your child lies to you, its because they don't feel safe. That doesn't mean its ok, just that it requires different intentionAfter age 7, the primary role of a parent is to be the safe place for them to come back to when they experience the worldWhy to reconsider not giving advice that isn't asked for even with our children!The devil is only the devil when it is rejectedResources MentionedFollow Paul on Facebook and InstagramHabit Finder Assessment: Measure Your Unconscious Brain PatternsUnmarketability Test

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ashley M. Fox. Summary of the Interview In this episode of Money Making Conversations Masterclass, Rushion McDonald interviews Ashley M. Fox—former Wall Street analyst, Howard University alum, financial educator, and founder/CEO of Emplify, a fintech platform focused on making wealth‑building accessible to everyday people. Ashley shares her journey from working with ultra‑high‑net‑worth clients on Wall Street to becoming an entrepreneur determined to bring financial education and empowerment to communities traditionally excluded from wealth conversations. She discusses the creation of Amplify, her financial fall and recovery, her work in schools and prison systems, and how digital content has allowed her to scale her mission globally. The discussion emphasizes mindset, self‑belief, access, and a practical path to wealth, even starting with as little as $20. Purpose of the Interview The interview aims to: 1. Inspire financial empowerment Ashley explains how anyone—regardless of background or starting point—can begin building wealth and shift generational outcomes. 2. Demystify investing and wealth-building She breaks down how simple investing can be, the power of small consistent contributions, and how wealth isn’t limited to entrepreneurs or high earners. 3. Highlight her fintech platform Emplify She shares how Amplify democratizes financial education through online tools, community, and accessible investing classes. 4. Encourage a mindset shift Ashley stresses the importance of eliminating fear, building confidence, and using logic instead of emotion when making financial decisions. Key Takeaways 1. Wealth Begins with Belief and Mindset Ashley learned on Wall Street that the biggest difference between wealthy and non-wealthy people is not education—it's self-belief. Many people don’t believe wealth is possible for them because they've never seen it. 2. You Don’t Need a Lot of Money to Start Investing She urges people to start with $20, even buying fractional shares. It’s consistency—not starting amount—that builds wealth. 3. You Can Invest in Others’ Ideas—Not Just Your Own Building wealth doesn’t require launching a business. Buying stock is one of the easiest ways to participate in wealth creation. 4. Ashley’s Own Journey Included Failure After leaving Wall Street, she was evicted, slept on her parents’ couch for two years, and maxed out credit cards. Her purpose kept her going. 5. Financial Education Should Start Early She developed financial education programs for schools, prison systems, and everyday families because adults often learn too late. 6. Emplify Scales Wealth Education Her platform offers 300+ hours of videos and tools, helping members open 3,000+ investment accounts and invest $7.4M collectively. 7. Social Media Is Her Biggest Access Point Ashley reaches millions by being authentic, relatable, and consistent—meeting people where they are. 8. You Must Pay Yourself First Most people pay bills, companies, and creditors before investing in themselves. She emphasizes reversing that pattern. 9. Logic Over Emotion Wealth requires logical decision‑making, especially in the market. Emotional reactions undermine long-term financial growth. Notable Quotes (Taken From the Transcript) On Wealth Mindset “When you think and know and believe you have the power to create wealth and you deserve wealth, you move a different way.” “There is no president that can build the wealth that you can create for your family.” On Starting Small “You don't have to have a lot of money to start. You just have to have the will to begin.” “A whole lot of $20 can get you to a million—as long as you don’t stop.” On Investing “Consider the companies you give your money to and own them, because they are a lot cheaper than you think.” “If I’m helping you build a billion‑dollar business by using your products, I deserve a piece of the pie.” On Self-Reliance “You pay everybody… the bartender, the mortgage company—and you’re the one without money. Who’s going to worry about you?” On Purpose and Identity “My story never changed. The mission was always dedicated to the people I didn’t see coming into that building on Wall Street.” “Emplify is the movement. It just has my DNA.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ashley M. Fox. Summary of the Interview In this episode of Money Making Conversations Masterclass, Rushion McDonald interviews Ashley M. Fox—former Wall Street analyst, Howard University alum, financial educator, and founder/CEO of Emplify, a fintech platform focused on making wealth‑building accessible to everyday people. Ashley shares her journey from working with ultra‑high‑net‑worth clients on Wall Street to becoming an entrepreneur determined to bring financial education and empowerment to communities traditionally excluded from wealth conversations. She discusses the creation of Amplify, her financial fall and recovery, her work in schools and prison systems, and how digital content has allowed her to scale her mission globally. The discussion emphasizes mindset, self‑belief, access, and a practical path to wealth, even starting with as little as $20. Purpose of the Interview The interview aims to: 1. Inspire financial empowerment Ashley explains how anyone—regardless of background or starting point—can begin building wealth and shift generational outcomes. 2. Demystify investing and wealth-building She breaks down how simple investing can be, the power of small consistent contributions, and how wealth isn’t limited to entrepreneurs or high earners. 3. Highlight her fintech platform Emplify She shares how Amplify democratizes financial education through online tools, community, and accessible investing classes. 4. Encourage a mindset shift Ashley stresses the importance of eliminating fear, building confidence, and using logic instead of emotion when making financial decisions. Key Takeaways 1. Wealth Begins with Belief and Mindset Ashley learned on Wall Street that the biggest difference between wealthy and non-wealthy people is not education—it's self-belief. Many people don’t believe wealth is possible for them because they've never seen it. 2. You Don’t Need a Lot of Money to Start Investing She urges people to start with $20, even buying fractional shares. It’s consistency—not starting amount—that builds wealth. 3. You Can Invest in Others’ Ideas—Not Just Your Own Building wealth doesn’t require launching a business. Buying stock is one of the easiest ways to participate in wealth creation. 4. Ashley’s Own Journey Included Failure After leaving Wall Street, she was evicted, slept on her parents’ couch for two years, and maxed out credit cards. Her purpose kept her going. 5. Financial Education Should Start Early She developed financial education programs for schools, prison systems, and everyday families because adults often learn too late. 6. Emplify Scales Wealth Education Her platform offers 300+ hours of videos and tools, helping members open 3,000+ investment accounts and invest $7.4M collectively. 7. Social Media Is Her Biggest Access Point Ashley reaches millions by being authentic, relatable, and consistent—meeting people where they are. 8. You Must Pay Yourself First Most people pay bills, companies, and creditors before investing in themselves. She emphasizes reversing that pattern. 9. Logic Over Emotion Wealth requires logical decision‑making, especially in the market. Emotional reactions undermine long-term financial growth. Notable Quotes (Taken From the Transcript) On Wealth Mindset “When you think and know and believe you have the power to create wealth and you deserve wealth, you move a different way.” “There is no president that can build the wealth that you can create for your family.” On Starting Small “You don't have to have a lot of money to start. You just have to have the will to begin.” “A whole lot of $20 can get you to a million—as long as you don’t stop.” On Investing “Consider the companies you give your money to and own them, because they are a lot cheaper than you think.” “If I’m helping you build a billion‑dollar business by using your products, I deserve a piece of the pie.” On Self-Reliance “You pay everybody… the bartender, the mortgage company—and you’re the one without money. Who’s going to worry about you?” On Purpose and Identity “My story never changed. The mission was always dedicated to the people I didn’t see coming into that building on Wall Street.” “Emplify is the movement. It just has my DNA.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wir springen ins 11. Jahrhundert, und sprechen über ein Schwert. Ein Schwert, das nach hunderten Jahren aus dem Fluss Witham in England gefischt wurde, über das wir aber eigentlich sehr wenig wissen. Wir versuchen sein mögliches Leben nachzuzeichnen, und sprechen dabei über Stahl aus Afghanistan, Schwertschmieden im Rheinland und die Bedeutung, die ein Schwert ganz abseits vom Schlachtfeld hatte. //Erwähnte Folgen - GAG158: Al-Biruni und die erste Globalgeschichte – https://gadg.fm/158 - GAG191: Aethelfled - Warrior Queen of Mercia – https://gadg.fm/191 - GAG414: Ibn Fadlān und die Reise zur Wolga – https://gadg.fm/414 - GAG519: Die Warägergarde – https://gadg.fm/519 Literatur - Androshchuk, Fedir. Viking Swords: Swords and Social Aspects of Weaponry in Viking Age Societies. Stockholm: Statens historiska museer, 2014. - Brunning, Sue. The Sword in Early Medieval Northern Europe: Experience, Identity, Representation. Boydell Press, 2019. - Davidson, Hilda R. Ellis. The Sword in Anglo-Saxon England: Its Archaeology and Literature. Woodbridge: Boydell Press, 1962/1994. - DeVries, Kelly. The Norwegian Invasion of England in 1066. Boydell & Brewer Ltd, 1999. - Halsall, Guy. Warfare and Society in the Barbarian West, 450-900. London: Routledge, 2003. - Jones, Robert W. A Cultural History of the Medieval Sword: Power, Piety and Play. Woodbridge: Boydell Press, 2023. - Maryon, Herbert. "A Sword of the Viking Period from the River Witham." The Antiquaries Journal 30, no. 3-4 (1950): 175-179. - Moilanen, Mikko. Marks of Fire, Value and Faith: Swords with Ferrous Inlays in Finland during the Late Iron Age (ca. 700-1200 AD). Turku: Suomen keskiajan arkeologian seura, 2016. - Morris, Marc. The Norman Conquest: The Battle of Hastings and the Fall of Anglo-Saxon England. London: Hutchinson, 2012. - Oakeshott, Ewart. Records of the Medieval Sword. Boydell Press, 2006. - Raffield, Ben. "'A River of Knives and Swords': Ritually Deposited Weapons in English Watercourses and Wetlands during the Viking Age." European Journal of Archaeology 17, no. 4 (2014): 630-655. - Williams, Alan. The Sword and the Crucible: A History of the Metallurgy of European Swords up to the 16th Century. Leiden: Brill, 2012. - British Museum: "Sword with inscription +LEUTLRIT". Inventarnummer 1848,1021.1. https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/H_1848-1021-1 Das Folgenbild zeigt ein Ulfberhtschwert. //Aus unserer Werbung Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte: https://linktr.ee/GeschichtenausderGeschichte //Geschichten aus der Geschichte jetzt auch als Brettspiel! Werkelt mit uns am Flickerlteppich! Gibt es dort, wo es auch Becher, T-Shirts oder Hoodies zu kaufen gibt: https://geschichte.shop // Wir sind jetzt auch bei CampfireFM! Wer direkt in Folgen kommentieren will, Zusatzmaterial und Blicke hinter die Kulissen sehen will: einfach die App installieren und unserer Community beitreten: https://www.joincampfire.fm/podcasts/22 //Wir haben auch ein Buch geschrieben: Wer es erwerben will, es ist überall im Handel, aber auch direkt über den Verlag zu erwerben: https://www.piper.de/buecher/geschichten-aus-der-geschichte-isbn-978-3-492-06363-0 Wer unsere Folgen lieber ohne Werbung anhören will, kann das über eine kleine Unterstützung auf Steady oder ein Abo des GeschichteFM-Plus Kanals auf Apple Podcasts tun. Wir freuen uns, wenn ihr den Podcast bei Apple Podcasts oder wo auch immer dies möglich ist rezensiert oder bewertet. Wir freuen uns auch immer, wenn ihr euren Freundinnen und Freunden, Kolleginnen und Kollegen oder sogar Nachbarinnen und Nachbarn von uns erzählt! Du möchtest Werbung in diesem Podcast schalten? Dann erfahre hier mehr über die Werbemöglichkeiten bei Seven.One Audio: https://www.seven.one/portfolio/sevenone-audio

Send a textIn this episode of The Remarkable People Podcast, host David Pasqualone interviews author and entrepreneur Sandra Lena Silverman, a co-founder of a large mortgage business and mother of two, about her life story and the lessons she wants listeners to apply—especially learning to love themselves. Sandra shares being adopted as an infant, childhood molestation that later manifested as a severe fear of elevators, and a lifelong pattern of perfectionism and overachieving. She recounts a difficult marriage marked by gaslighting, manipulation, and emotional abuse from a narcissistic husband, including constant body-shaming that contributed to her pursuit of numerous cosmetic procedures and surgeries. Sandra describes how the abuse escalated after pregnancy, the onset of infidelity, multiple separations (including in 2006, 2016, and 2023), and her decision to end the cycle with a final separation in 2024 and ongoing divorce proceedings. She explains how prolonged stress affected her health—high cortisol, inflammation, shaking—and how those symptoms improved after leaving. Sandra discusses warning signs such as love bombing, excuses, and blame-shifting, emphasizes the need for strong boundaries, and updates listeners on her current work: her book deal for three books (including the republished From Bullshit to Botox and a forthcoming second book focused on her marriage and narcissism), her show Parties Over, and her social media presence where people can connect with her.01:50 What You'll Learn Today: Loving Yourself02:56 Adopted in Maryland: Family, Identity, and Early Questions04:58 Childhood Trauma Revealed: Molestation, Memory, and Finding Her Birth Mother06:21 The Trauma Shows Up Later: Claustrophobia & Fear of Elevators08:18 Perfectionism and Overachieving to Earn Love09:37 Meeting Her Ex: The First Body-Shaming Comment10:49 Building a Business + The First Surgery (and the Put-Downs Continue)14:04 Pregnancy, Cruelty, and the Moment She Saw the “Monster”16:13 Affairs, Separations, and the Crossroads She Didn't Leave19:05 Hard-Won Warning: Without Boundaries, It Only Gets Worse20:11 Breaking the Cycle: Final Separation & Choosing Yourself22:13 Healing After Abuse: Epiphanies, Boundaries, and Health Recovery25:02 Kids, Co-Parenting, and Protecting Them from Dysfunction26:21 Red Flags of Narcissism: Love Bombing, Gaslighting, and Blame-Shifting29:40 Life After Leaving: Books, Podcast, New Opportunities, and Independence32:50 Beauty vs. Self-Worth: Elective Surgery, Internal Work, and Doing It for You35:00 Faith, Divorce, and Where to Find Sandra + Final Wrap-Up37:25 Podcast Closing Message: Feedback, Sharing, and Living the MissionREMARKABLE SPECIAL OFFER: Save Big on Your Console Vault In-Vehicle Safe. With our exclusive promo code, “REMARKABLE“, you will Save 10% or more on all Console Vault anti-theft vehicle safes you order. And sometimes, you'll receive Free Shipping too!  Just make sure to use the free Console VaSupport the showTHE NOT-SO-FINE-PRINT DISCLAIMER: While we are very thankful for all of our guests, please understand that we do not necessarily share or endorse the same beliefs, worldviews, or positions that they may hold. We respectfully agree to disagree in some areas, and thank God for the blessing and privilege of free will. For more Remarkable Episodes, Inspiration, and Motivation, please visit https://davidpasqualone.com/remarkable-people-podcast/ now!

If you've ever wondered, “Okay… I get attachment styles, but how do I actually become secure and stay there?” this episode is for you. We're wrapping up our secure attachment series by going deeper than ever before. I'm walking you through the real path to embodying a securely attached identity, not just understanding it intellectually, but living it, breathing it, and creating the kind of love that feels safe, reciprocal, and emotionally available. This is about becoming the version of you who doesn't just attract secure love… but knows how to receive it and maintain it.Inside this episode:The step-by-step path to secure attachment (awareness, releasing the past, nervous system retraining, and embodying your new identity)What securely attached people actually do differently in dating and relationshipsHow to stop sabotaging closeness and start cherishing, and receiving, secure loveSecure attachment isn't about finding your soulmate. It's about creating a soulmate relationship.It's about no longer self-abandoning. It's about trading expectations for curiosity. It's about regulating your emotions instead of outsourcing them. It's about radical ownership, radical acceptance, and loving from a grounded, embodied place.And maybe most importantly, it's about relaxing into love instead of bracing for it to disappear.You don't get secure by accident. You become secure through intention, healing, and aligned action. And when you do? Everything changes. You attract differently. You respond differently. You create differently.The better it gets, the better it gets.

These podcast sessions are offered as an introduction and ongoing support. Deeper subconscious journeys and structured programs are available inside the Hypnosis with Joseph app, where you can begin with free starter sessions:www.freehypnosis.app Meditation that guides your unconscious mind to release striving, dissolve self-doubt, and shift into the embodiment of quiet power, certainty, and abundance.

Research shows over 50% of competitive bodybuilders report body dissatisfaction - and it's strongly linked to disordered eating symptoms. So yeah… we're starting there. In this episode of Boss Bitch Radio, I'm breaking down the real truth about reverse dieting - what it actually is, when it works, when it absolutely does NOT work, and the mistakes I see coaches making over and over again. I'm a retired competitor, an IFBB Pro, and I've been in this world since 2010. I've hired coaches. I've coached competitors. I've watched women completely lose themselves post-show. And I've also BEEN that girl trying to figure out who the hell I was without a competition on the calendar. Because listen… bodybuilding is not real life. And you can still feel hot, strong, and confident without being stage lean.

What if the problem was never your intelligence — but your method?In this powerful episode of Mindset Mastery Moments, Dr. Alisa Whyte sits down with study coach Tom Vorselen to dismantle the biggest myths about learning, productivity, and procrastination.After failing five university exams and nearly being academically dismissed, Tom transformed his results — not by studying harder, but by learning how to learn. Today, he has helped over 175 students achieve 90%+ grades in demanding fields like medicine, engineering, and law, built a 500K+ global community, and generated over $323,000 in coaching revenue in under three years.Together, they unpack:• Why effort does not equal effectiveness• Why rereading and highlighting fail most students• The science of active recall and why it works• Procrastination as a feedback loop — not laziness• ADHD and structured systems for focus• Study systems for working professionals• The five-minute rule to break overwhelm• Identity shifts required for real successThis episode is for students, professionals, parents, and educators ready to replace guilt with structure and chaos with clarity.Because learning isn't about willpower.✨ It's about design.

Send a textWhat if strength training was about more than building muscle?In this powerful conversation, Coach Chris sits down with licensed professional counselor, EMDR-certified therapist, and strength coach Alena Alsruhe to explore how physical strength becomes a pathway to emotional resilience, spiritual depth, and personal transformation.Rooted in John 10:10 and the promise of an abundant life, this episode dives into the healing power of movement, the science behind trauma recovery, and why resistance training is one of the most overlooked tools for mental health. Alena shares how EMDR works, how pain can be transformed into purpose, and why physical challenges shape mental toughness in ways comfort never can.You'll also hear how strength training uniquely empowers women to stop shrinking, reclaim their confidence, and step fully into who they were created to be. From the importance of presence over platitudes when walking through pain, to the restorative power of nature and sunlight, this conversation is packed with wisdom for anyone navigating a hard season.If you're looking to build more than muscles—if you want to build resilience, identity, and faith—this episode is for you.  Time Stamps0:00 - The secret to living fully | John 10:100:56 - Welcome to the 'Strong by Design' podcast1:52 - Meet Licensed Professional Counselor & Strength Coach Alena Alsruhe5:18 - EMDR: What it is and why it matters9:48 - Where Alena's love for strength training began12:39 - More than muscle: The spiritual power of moving your body 16:18 - Starting your health journey? Listen to THIS!18:24 - Why physical challenges make you mentally tough25:44 - How strength training empowers women33:56 - How pain becomes purpose and power40:20 - Presence > platitudes: Walking w/ people through their pain46:12 - The healing power of nature and sunlight51:30 - Alena shares highlights from the 'Strong & Beautiful' conference 1:00:05 - In a hard season? This one small step can change everything   Resources:Alena's Counseling Website – www.alenaalsruhe.comAlena's New Coaching Website – www.thealohawellnesscolletive.comAlena's - YouTube ChannelEMDR and credible counselor networkShort video Alena mentioned about Trauma  Connect with Alena:Instagram Connect with Chris:InstagramHappy Valentines Day

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ashley M. Fox. Summary of the Interview In this episode of Money Making Conversations Masterclass, Rushion McDonald interviews Ashley M. Fox—former Wall Street analyst, Howard University alum, financial educator, and founder/CEO of Emplify, a fintech platform focused on making wealth‑building accessible to everyday people. Ashley shares her journey from working with ultra‑high‑net‑worth clients on Wall Street to becoming an entrepreneur determined to bring financial education and empowerment to communities traditionally excluded from wealth conversations. She discusses the creation of Amplify, her financial fall and recovery, her work in schools and prison systems, and how digital content has allowed her to scale her mission globally. The discussion emphasizes mindset, self‑belief, access, and a practical path to wealth, even starting with as little as $20. Purpose of the Interview The interview aims to: 1. Inspire financial empowerment Ashley explains how anyone—regardless of background or starting point—can begin building wealth and shift generational outcomes. 2. Demystify investing and wealth-building She breaks down how simple investing can be, the power of small consistent contributions, and how wealth isn’t limited to entrepreneurs or high earners. 3. Highlight her fintech platform Emplify She shares how Amplify democratizes financial education through online tools, community, and accessible investing classes. 4. Encourage a mindset shift Ashley stresses the importance of eliminating fear, building confidence, and using logic instead of emotion when making financial decisions. Key Takeaways 1. Wealth Begins with Belief and Mindset Ashley learned on Wall Street that the biggest difference between wealthy and non-wealthy people is not education—it's self-belief. Many people don’t believe wealth is possible for them because they've never seen it. 2. You Don’t Need a Lot of Money to Start Investing She urges people to start with $20, even buying fractional shares. It’s consistency—not starting amount—that builds wealth. 3. You Can Invest in Others’ Ideas—Not Just Your Own Building wealth doesn’t require launching a business. Buying stock is one of the easiest ways to participate in wealth creation. 4. Ashley’s Own Journey Included Failure After leaving Wall Street, she was evicted, slept on her parents’ couch for two years, and maxed out credit cards. Her purpose kept her going. 5. Financial Education Should Start Early She developed financial education programs for schools, prison systems, and everyday families because adults often learn too late. 6. Emplify Scales Wealth Education Her platform offers 300+ hours of videos and tools, helping members open 3,000+ investment accounts and invest $7.4M collectively. 7. Social Media Is Her Biggest Access Point Ashley reaches millions by being authentic, relatable, and consistent—meeting people where they are. 8. You Must Pay Yourself First Most people pay bills, companies, and creditors before investing in themselves. She emphasizes reversing that pattern. 9. Logic Over Emotion Wealth requires logical decision‑making, especially in the market. Emotional reactions undermine long-term financial growth. Notable Quotes (Taken From the Transcript) On Wealth Mindset “When you think and know and believe you have the power to create wealth and you deserve wealth, you move a different way.” “There is no president that can build the wealth that you can create for your family.” On Starting Small “You don't have to have a lot of money to start. You just have to have the will to begin.” “A whole lot of $20 can get you to a million—as long as you don’t stop.” On Investing “Consider the companies you give your money to and own them, because they are a lot cheaper than you think.” “If I’m helping you build a billion‑dollar business by using your products, I deserve a piece of the pie.” On Self-Reliance “You pay everybody… the bartender, the mortgage company—and you’re the one without money. Who’s going to worry about you?” On Purpose and Identity “My story never changed. The mission was always dedicated to the people I didn’t see coming into that building on Wall Street.” “Emplify is the movement. It just has my DNA.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Passionate & Prosperous, I'm joined by Edward Vilga to talk about his new book, The Science of Getting Rich Journal.Edward took the original 1910 prosperity classic, The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace D. Wattles, and created a 40-day guided journal designed to help readers actively apply its principles. Instead of simply reading about wealth, gratitude, faith, and creative thinking, this journal turns those ideas into a structured daily practice.Our conversation centers on identity and wealth — and why mindset and belief systems must come before strategy. We talk about the difference between passive manifestation and aligned action, and why visualization without follow-through isn't enough. Edward shares the neuroscience behind journaling and how consistent reflection can help rewire the brain, increase clarity, and shift long-held patterns around money.In this episode, we discuss:How Edward transformed a classic prosperity text into a practical, action-oriented journalWhy identity and belief shape your ability to create wealthThe difference between passive manifestation and aligned actionThe neuroscience behind journaling and brain rewiringGratitude as a foundation for abundanceCreative mindset vs. competitive mindsetWhy repetition and structure (like a 40-day practice) support real transformationStrengthening your relationship to money without shame or guiltIf you're building a business, leading clients, or working to strengthen your own relationship with money, this episode offers a grounded framework for thinking about prosperity differently. Wealth, as we discuss it here, isn't about quick fixes. It's about becoming the kind of person who can create, hold, and act from abundance over time.Check out The Science of Getting Rich Journal AND a special bonus course when you purchase here. Follow Edward on Instagram here.

In today's episode, I sit down with Sarah Newberry Moore, a U.S. Olympian in Sailing, for an honest conversation about navigating change, both in sport and in life. We talk about what it means to evolve as an athlete and a human, especially when identity, goals, and capacity shift over time.   Sarah shares her experiences with growth, self-awareness, and learning to listen more closely to her body and intuition. We explore the tension many athletes feel between pushing forward and pulling back, and how redefining success can open the door to more sustainable, fulfilling performance. This episode highlights the importance of adaptability, self-trust, and letting go of rigid expectations in favor of long-term health and alignment.   This conversation is for anyone who's in a season of transition, whether that's stepping into a new role, rethinking their relationship with training, or simply trying to find steadiness amid change. It's a reminder that progress doesn't always look linear, and that practicing brave often means allowing yourself to grow into the next version of who you are.   Connect with Sarah:

#199 - Healing Eczema from the Inside Out: Toxins, Steroid Withdrawal & the Identity Shift That Changes Everything with Kat Vong If you've ever looked in the mirror and felt betrayed by your own skin… If you've been told “it's just genetic” or “here's another prescription”… If you're quietly wondering whether something deeper is going on— Stop scrolling. This episode is the one you've been waiting for. Today I'm joined by my friend Kat Vong—host of the Well Done podcast and founder-in-the-making of a clean beauty brand for women with chronic skin struggles. Kat's story is raw, emotional, and wildly empowering. After years of battling off-and-on eczema that left her in physical pain and emotional exhaustion, Kat's body erupted in severe eczema just three weeks before her wedding. We're talking weeping wounds. Steroid injections. Oral steroids. Topicals on repeat. And that was just the beginning. What unfolded over the next several years included topical steroid withdrawal, toxic overload, leaky gut, postpartum depression, a NICU stay with twins at UCLA—and ultimately, a complete identity shift that changed everything. This conversation is about more than eczema. It's about the skin–gut–toxin connection. It's about stress, identity, and the nervous system. It's about what happens when you decide to heal—and cut off every other option. The best news - whether it's your skin or something else, healing.is.possible. In This Episode, We Cover: Heavy metals, phthalates, parabens—and how toxic burden shows up in your skin Leaky gut and why “everything” can suddenly become a trigger Why detox can initially make flares worse The missing piece in chronic healing: identity and mindset The hidden dangers of long-term topical steroid use What topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) actually looks like The beauty industry's blind spots—and what needs to change Practical skin barrier repair from the inside out How meditation rewires your biology (yes, really) Timestamps 00:00 – Meet Kat: severe eczema, beauty industry insider, and the wedding-week flare from hell 02:00 – Three types of steroids in three weeks (and why that mattered later) 03:30 – When the flares came back worse than before 05:00 – Discovering topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) and sleeping on towels 08:00 – The functional testing that changed everything: toxins, gut, inflammation 09:30 – Heavy metals, parabens, phthalates, mold—and why her practitioner was shocked 11:00 – Leaky gut, gluten markers, and the “everything is a trigger” phase 12:00 – Detox + TSW: when healing looks worse before it gets better 13:30 – Pregnancy, temporary glowing skin, and the devastating steroid shot before delivery 15:00 – NICU, postpartum depression, and the emotional toll of skin disease 18:30 – The surprising non-food trigger most people ignore: toxic burden 20:00 – Stress as gasoline on the inflammatory fire 21:30 – “You can't drain the bathtub if the faucet's still running.” 22:30 – Identity work: “I am someone who has eczema” vs. “I am someone who heals.” 26:00 – The meditations that changed her brain (inspired by Joe Dispenza and his books Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself and You Are the Placebo) 29:00 – The desperation loop that keeps people stuck 30:00 – Decide vs. choose: cutting off every other option 31:30 – Skin barrier repair explained simply (bricks + mortar analogy) 34:00 – Makeup, shame, leadership, and not feeling “enough” in the beauty industry 37:00 – Beauty, identity, and self-worth beyond appearance 39:00 – If you feel stuck, here's what you need to hear 41:00 – Turning pain into purpose 42:00 – Kat's upcoming clean beauty brand for chronic skin conditions Let's Talk Root Causes What struck me most in this conversation? It wasn't just the heavy metals or the leaky gut (although yes, those matter). It was this: You cannot heal in the same identity that created the illness. I've seen this over and over in clinical practice. We can remove inflammatory foods. We can support detox pathways. We can rebuild the gut lining. But if someone still believes, deep down, “This is just who I am”… the body listens. Kat didn't just detox her liver. She detoxed her identity. And that's where the shift happened. If You're Struggling with Chronic Condition Right Now… Here's your gentle but firm nudge: Get proper testing. Guessing is exhausting. Reduce inflammation first (you can't drain a bathtub with the faucet running). Support detox pathways before aggressive detox. Repair the gut lining. Regulate the nervous system daily. Decide that healing is happening—even if your eyes haven't caught up yet. Your body is not broken. It's communicating. And as someone who has walked countless women through chronic conditions, autoimmunity, skin flares—I can tell you: when we address toxins, gut integrity, stress, and identity together… things change. Connect with Kat Follow Kat's amazing journey and podcast: Instagram: @thewelldonepod Personal page: @iamkatvong Website: thewelldonepod.com Her upcoming clean beauty line is being formulated specifically for women who have felt invisible in the makeup aisle. And honestly? It's about time. If this episode resonated, send it to the friend who keeps saying, “It's just my hormones,” or “I guess I just have sensitive skin.” Sometimes it's not just sensitive skin. Sometimes it's your body asking for a new story. And that story? It can end very differently than it began.   ✨Join the conversation: Share your thoughts with us on social media or in the comments!

After today's episode, head on over to @therapybookspodcast to learn about the latest giveaway and what else I am reading. *Information shared in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. In this episode of What Your Therapist is Reading, psychotherapist and host Jessica Fowler interviews education writer Natalie Wexler about her book "The Knowledge Gap: The Hidden Cause of America's Broken Education System—and How to Fix It.  (Affiliate Link) Wexler explains that many elementary schools, especially since the rise of high-stakes testing around 2000, have reduced time spent on history, social studies, and science in favor of practicing transferable reading “skills” like finding the main idea. Drawing on cognitive science, she argues these skills depend heavily on prior knowledge and vocabulary, and that building knowledge through coherent, topic-based instruction improves reading comprehension by reducing working-memory load (cognitive load theory). In addition, we discuss we explore how mental health and education are connected.   Highlights: What the “Knowledge Gap” Is—and How Elementary School Got Here Why “Reading Skills” Don't Transfer: The Cognitive Science of Comprehension Inquiry vs. Instruction: How Education Ideology Collides with Learning Science Working Memory, Cognitive Load, and Why Background Knowledge Matters History & Science Scores, Missing Context, and the “Mental Velcro” Effect Mental health and education 18:30 What Parents & Communities Can Do: Knowledge-Building Curricula and Advocacy 22:07 Standards, Teacher Autonomy, and the Curriculum Problem No One Talks About 25:32 Why Therapists Should Care: Shame, Identity, and a Reno Classroom Breakthrough 29:58 Engagement Benefits: Behavior, Curiosity, and Kids Loving to Learn 32:07 Natalie's New Book + Connecting Reading, Writing, and Content Learning 34:23 Wrap-Up, Where to Find More, and Podcast Disclaimer About the author: Natalie Wexler is an education writer who has spoken before a wide range of audiences in the U.S. and elsewhere, focusing on literacy, cognitive science, and fairness. She is the author of Beyond the Science of Reading: Connecting Literacy Instruction to the Science of Learning and The Knowledge Gap: The Hidden Cause of America's Broken Education System—And How to Fix It, and the co-author of The Writing Revolution: A Guide to Advancing Thinking Through Writing in All Subjects and Grades. She is the host of “Reading Comprehension Revisited,” which is Season One of the Knowledge Matters Podcast.

In this episode of Acta Non Verba, Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with virtuoso guitarist Angel Vivaldi to explore the intersection of artistry, authenticity, and perseverance. Angel shares insights from his recent tour with legendary guitarist Steve Morse, discusses his creative process behind concept albums like "Synapse," and reveals how he balances being 65% artist and 35% business. The conversation dives deep into topics ranging from working with difficult people and learning from enemies, to the role of AI in music, the importance of vulnerability, and why the only thing worse than living with regret is dying with it. This is a masterclass in commitment, creativity, and staying true to yourself in an industry that constantly demands compromise. Episode Highlights [2:14] Learning from Steve Morse's Humility and Reinvention - Angel describes touring with guitar legend Steve Morse and witnessing him reinvent his playing technique due to arthritis. Despite being one of the greatest guitarists alive, Morse remained humble enough to learn legato and tapping techniques from Angel, demonstrating that true mastery includes the willingness to continuously evolve. [20:59] The Muse and Discipline: Speaking Her Language - Angel shares his philosophy on creativity and the muse: "She has a lot of people to visit and she's gonna favor those who know how to speak her language. What is her language? Music." He explains why showing up consistently to practice—even without inspiration—is essential, because you're refining how you speak music so the muse can work through you. [39:44] The Synapse Album: Painting Studios and Neurotransmitters - Angel reveals the extreme creative process behind his concept album "Synapse," where each song represents a different neurotransmitter. He painted his studio a different color for each song (red for adrenaline, green for serotonin), changed scents, and even wrote at specific times of day to embody each neurochemical state—a process that nearly broke him but resulted in some of his most authentic work. [82:13] Learning from Your Enemies: Unfiltered Feedback - Angel offers a provocative perspective: "Your enemies have no stake in you liking them or them liking you. If you want unfiltered, uncensored, direct feedback on your flaws as a human being, look to your enemies." He explains how to parse criticism from adversaries to find genuine insights while filtering out projection and insecurity. Angel Vivaldi is an American virtuoso guitarist, songwriter, and producer who has been pushing the boundaries of instrumental guitar music since beginning his solo career in 2003. Self-taught from age 15, Angel has released multiple concept albums including "Universal Language," "Away With Words Parts 1 & 2," and "Synapse," each showcasing his unique blend of progressive metal, fusion, and melodic sensibility. Beyond his solo work, Angel is a multifaceted creative force—he's a cinematographer, fashion enthusiast, interior designer, and entrepreneur who founded Zenith Council, an artist services company helping musicians with branding, marketing, and creative vision. Recently, he toured as a guest guitarist with legendary Steve Morse, managing Morse's career while contributing rhythm guitar and content creation. Angel's approach to music and life embodies his belief that authenticity and vulnerability are the keys to creating art that truly resonates. Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.