Podcasts about Illusion

The last two weeks on Wall Street have been anything but quiet. Oil prices have swung wildly, headlines are dominated by conflict in the Middle East, and cracks are starting to show in parts of the private credit market that were once sold as “safe” alternatives. In this episode, Ryan, Bob, and Chris break down why—despite geopolitical turmoil—stocks haven't sold off the way many expected. They dig into what falling oil prices are really telling us, why markets often look past fear-filled headlines, and how earnings, productivity, and profit margins continue to paint a surprisingly bullish picture. The conversation then turns to a growing issue investors can't ignore, private credit funds. With some funds gating withdrawals and others quietly repricing assets, the team explains why high yields often come with hidden risks, why illiquidity is especially dangerous for retail investors, and how Wall Street has a long history of re-packaging the same risky ideas under new labels. They also revisit a core principle of long‑term investing—simple, low‑cost hedges often work better than complex, expensive “exclusive” products—and why protecting capital matters more than chasing whatever looks best in the moment. If you're wondering how to stay disciplined during volatility, what really matters when markets get noisy, and why boring portfolios often outperform flashy ones, this episode is for you.

Durch den Krieg im Iran ist die für die Weltwirtschaft wichtige Straße von Hormus unpassierbar geworden. Donald Trump hoffte auf Unterstützung seiner Verbündeten, bekam aber reihenweise Absagen, unter anderem aus Berlin. Paris hingegen sandte einen Flugzeugträger und andere Truppen gen Osten. Über den unterschiedlichen Umgang der Europäer mit dem Konflikt in Nahost und die aktuelle Lage in den USA berichten US-Korrespondentin Stefanie Bolzen und Frankreich-Korrespondentin Martina Meister im Gespräch mit Antonia Beckermann und Wim Orth. „Amerika-Effekt – Donald Trump und die neue Weltordnung“ nimmt jede Woche unter die Lupe, wie die USA – und vor allem Donald Trump – die globale Politik neu vermessen. WELT-USA-Korrespondentin Stefanie Bolzen spricht mit den WELT-Redakteuren Antonia Beckermann und Wim Orth sowie internationalen Korrespondenten über Machtverschiebungen, Allianzen und Konflikte. Ob harte Handelspolitik und neue Zölle, der veränderte Umgang mit NATO-Partnern oder der Druck auf internationale Institutionen – der Podcast zeigt, wie Trumps Kurs bereits konkrete Folgen für Europa, China und den Nahen Osten hat. Analytisch, nah dran und verständlich erklärt, ordnet „Der Amerika-Effekt“ das tägliche Washington-Rauschen ein und macht klar, warum Entscheidungen im Weißen Haus die Welt weit über die USA hinaus verändern. Wenn Euch der Podcast gefällt, dann lasst gerne eine Bewertung für uns da. Feedback gerne auch an usa@welt.de Impressum: https://www.welt.de/services/article7893735/Impressum.html Datenschutz: https://www.welt.de/services/article157550705/Datenschutzerklaerung-WELT-DIGITAL.html

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Everyone says they have standards, but very few people actually live by them. Standards are not what you claim—they are what you consistently allow. In this episode, I break down the brutal truth about standards and how they quietly shape every area of your life: the people you attract, the respect you receive, the opportunities you see, and the future you build. Most people lower their standards to stay comfortable, accepted, and safe. But when you raise your standards, everything changes, your habits, your environment, your relationships, and your results. This episode will challenge you to look honestly at what you tolerate and understand that your life will never rise above the standards you keep.Buy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7

Over the past 3yrs media reports have described Burnout as "the silent epidemic," "the silent killer," and "the silent epidemic stealing your energy and joy."A significant root cause of burnout is a lack of purpose, stating that when people feel their work/life output is not connected to any higher purpose or sense of direction, depression quickly follows. Then there is the problem of cultivating unrealistic expectations of “life”.The fundamental spiritual truth is that individuals are eternal spiritual beings temporarily residing in physical bodies, and that over-identification with the temporary body and mind is the root of all suffering. Acharya das advocated for tolerance, temperance, reduced consumption, and the cultivation of spiritual purpose as pathways to avoid burnout and achieve fulfillment. Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction and Burnout as a Modern Epidemic ‎ 00:02:46 The Pervasive Nature and Symptoms of Burnout ‎ 00:05:00 The Spiritual Root: Lack of Purpose ‎ 00:07:37 Modern Society's Contributing Factors ‎ 00:09:17 The Rise of Communication Technology and Its Impact ‎ 00:15:30 Unrealistic Expectations in Modern Life ‎ 00:17:53 Performance-Based Happiness and Body Image ‎ 00:21:09 The Illusion of Perfection and Perfect Happiness ‎ 00:26:48 The Myth of Safe Spaces and Social Media Fulfillment ‎ 00:28:26 Burnout as the Natural Result of Chasing Unrealistic Dreams ‎ 00:31:18 The Spiritual Perspective: Ignorance Equals Suffering ‎ 00:33:39 The Spiritual Epidemic and Knowledge Gap ‎ 00:35:40 The Fundamental Truth: You Are an Eternal Spiritual Being ‎ 00:37:18 Understanding the Mind vs. the Self ‎ 00:39:52 The Century of Self and Individual Desires ‎ 00:41:24 Life is Tough But Can Be Wonderful ‎ 00:42:20 Spiritual Advice: Tolerance and Temperance ‎ 00:46:20 The Foundation of Spiritual Life and Meditation ‎ 00:50:26 Meditation as Spiritual Absorption

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For decades, Vanguard has been synonymous with smart investing. Low fees, simple portfolios, and broad diversification have become the foundation of how millions of people build wealth.  But sometimes the most widely accepted ideas deserve a closer look. Today we're exploring whether the simplicity that made Vanguard famous may also hide a subtle limitation many investors never notice.

The Gary & Shannon Show Hour 3 (03.16) – Gary & Shannon cover trending headlines, political updates in #SwampWatch, and wrap the show with a reality check on side-hustle culture.• In #WhatsHappening, Chief of Staff Suzie Wiles reveals an early-stage breast cancer diagnosis, a SoCal heat wave approaches, and burglars are using a new tactic — breaking in while homeowners are inside.• During #SwampWatch, Gary & Shannon discuss Cuba’s energy crisis, President Trump’s White House remarks, and the debate over how much oil actually flows through the Strait of Hormuz.• Are Meta smart glasses becoming “Glassholes 2.0”? Gary & Shannon react to reports that low-paid workers are manually reviewing footage captured by the devices.• The show wraps with the truth about side hustles, as new creators test online money-making schemes — and discover most of the “two hours a day, six-figure income” claims are nonsense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode I break down a powerful truth most people overlook: the life you want is directly connected to the skills you are willing to develop. Many people talk about wanting more money, more respect, and more freedom, but they avoid learning the abilities that actually produce those outcomes. Life rewards competence. If you want a different level of results, you have to build a different level of capability. In this episode, I explain why success is a skill game, how your results reveal the skills you're missing, and why the skill you keep avoiding might be the exact one that unlocks your next level.Buy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7

We take D&D players who have been kicked out of other games, and put them together to see if they can actually finish a quest. We learn: Grakas is finally tall, and wet. Elton is still dead (thank God) We run into Sir Bradford Support Two Books, One Cup by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/two-books-one-cup Support Nuzzle House by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/nuzzle-house Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/nuzzle-house/3176a527-98c5-42f4-a05f-1535453224a5

In this episode, I break down a perspective most people never talk about: anger as fuel. Not blind rage. Not emotional chaos. But controlled intensity. The reality is that many of the people who dominate their field have something inside them that refuses to accept average. They see things differently. They feel pressure differently. They respond to setbacks differently. What frustrates others becomes their ignition. They create their own standard. They create their own pressure. They create the conditions that force them to move. This episode explores the mindset behind individuals who refuse to drift through life. The ones who turn frustration into focus, obstacles into momentum, and discomfort into discipline. Because sometimes the real turning point in life isn't when you calm down. It's when you finally get angry enough to change. Buy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7

Freight markets are sending mixed signals right now.Spot rates are ticking up.Tender rejection pockets are appearing across the country.Port volumes are surging in some areas.But underneath those numbers, the broader economy is flashing warning signs.Credit card debt has reached a record $1.28 trillion.Unemployment among college graduates is rising.Consumer spending — especially in big-ticket sectors like home renovation — is slowing down.So what does that actually mean for trucking?In this solo episode of The Long Haul Podcast, we break down the latest SONAR data, port volume trends, and economic indicators to answer one critical question:Is the freight market actually recovering… or are we just seeing temporary noise?If you're an owner-operator or small fleet trying to make decisions in this market, this episode will help you understand what's really happening beneath the headlines. Follow The Long Haul Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The market narrative says investors are rotating out of expensive growth stocks and into cheaper value stocks. But is that actually happening? Jon Penn and Michael Lebowitz explain how today's passive investing landscape can distort traditional definitions of value and growth. ETF flows and index-driven allocations often send capital into the largest and most popular companies, regardless of valuation. Using our three-tier valuation framework—past earnings, forward earnings, and growth-adjusted valuations—we show how investors can better separate stocks that simply look cheap from those that may represent genuine value. We also discuss why traditional screens like low P/E ratios can lead investors into value traps, and how market narratives, psychology, and passive flows can create large valuation gaps across sectors and companies. Understanding the difference between perceived value and true value is critical in today's market environment. Hosted by RIA Advisors Senior Investment Advisor, Jonathan Penn, CFP, w Portfolio Manger, Michael Lebowitz, CFA Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:20 - Before the Bell - Markets Making Lower Highs and Lower Lows 2:56 - Dealing with Trapped Longs 5:32 - Negative Divergences Send Warnings 7:35 - Our Strategies Now 11:26 - The Price of Oil & U.S. Dollar 13:52 - Impact of Dollar on Gold, Silver, Precious Metals 17:41 - The Momentum Chase 18:25 - $200 Crude & Futures Markets 22:15 - Crude Oil & Gasoline Futures curves 25:24 - CPI vs Core CPI & The Fed 30:32 - Jerome Powell, Kevin Warsh, & Fed Stance 33:22 - The Value Rotation Illusion 35:51 - What is Value? 38:55 - How Airlines Really Make Money 41:40 - Market Commentary & Blog posting ------- Register for our next Candid Coffee, 3/21/26, and Ask Us Anything: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything/ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/jW9UWP7WdZY ------- Watch our previous show, "Q&A Day: Technical Breakdown in the S&P 500: What Comes Next?" here: https://youtube.com/live/B2diF0UUrjs ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Technical Deterioration: Risk Management Is Key" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/technical-deterioration-an-analysis-of-the-markets-next-move/ "True Value: Looking Through The Value Rotation Illusion" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/true-value-looking-through-the-value-rotation-illusion/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Reclaim 100-DMA," is here: https://youtu.be/MntZ-KayzxA ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #ValueInvesting #StockMarket #PassiveInvesting #MarketAnalysis #InvestorEducation

The market narrative says investors are rotating out of expensive growth stocks and into cheaper value stocks. But is that actually happening? Jon Penn and Michael Lebowitz explain how today's passive investing landscape can distort traditional definitions of value and growth. ETF flows and index-driven allocations often send capital into the largest and most popular companies, regardless of valuation. Using our three-tier valuation framework—past earnings, forward earnings, and growth-adjusted valuations—we show how investors can better separate stocks that simply look cheap from those that may represent genuine value. We also discuss why traditional screens like low P/E ratios can lead investors into value traps, and how market narratives, psychology, and passive flows can create large valuation gaps across sectors and companies. Understanding the difference between perceived value and true value is critical in today's market environment. Hosted by RIA Advisors Senior Investment Advisor, Jonathan Penn, CFP, w Portfolio Manger, Michael Lebowitz, CFA Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer 0:00 - INTRO 0:20 - Before the Bell - Markets Making Lower Highs and Lower Lows 2:56 - Dealing with Trapped Longs 5:32 - Negative Divergences Send Warnings 7:35 - Our Strategies Now 11:26 - The Price of Oil & U.S. Dollar 13:52 - Impact of Dollar on Gold, Silver, Precious Metals 17:41 - The Momentum Chase 18:25 - $200 Crude & Futures Markets 22:15 - Crude Oil & Gasoline Futures curves 25:24 - CPI vs Core CPI & The Fed 30:32 - Jerome Powell, Kevin Warsh, & Fed Stance 33:22 - The Value Rotation Illusion 35:51 - What is Value? 38:55 - How Airlines Really Make Money 41:40 - Market Commentary & Blog posting ------- Register for our next Candid Coffee, 3/21/26, and Ask Us Anything: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/events/ask-us-anything/ ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/jW9UWP7WdZY ------- Watch our previous show, "Q&A Day: Technical Breakdown in the S&P 500: What Comes Next?" here: https://youtube.com/live/B2diF0UUrjs ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Technical Deterioration: Risk Management Is Key" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/technical-deterioration-an-analysis-of-the-markets-next-move/ "True Value: Looking Through The Value Rotation Illusion" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/true-value-looking-through-the-value-rotation-illusion/ -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Markets Reclaim 100-DMA," is here: https://youtu.be/MntZ-KayzxA ------- Download Lance's Latest e-book, "Laws of Money & Wealth:"https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #ValueInvesting #StockMarket #PassiveInvesting #MarketAnalysis #InvestorEducation

Ever feel like the "reality" you hear on the news doesn't match the price tags at your local grocery store? You're not alone. For years, a massive media engine has turned political claims into "truth" for millions of Americans. But right now, that engine is fracturing. Between rising gas prices and the reality of "new wars," Michael Steele discusses the gap between rhetoric and the pocketbook is becoming too wide to ignore.Catch Michael Steele on The Weeknight Mondays - Fridays at 7pm EST on MSNBC: https://www.msnbc.com/weeknightFollow Michael on X: https://x.com/MichaelSteeleFollow Michael on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelsteele.bsky.socialFollow Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chairman_steele/Follow Michael on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@chairman_steeleListen to The Michael Steele Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-michael-steele-podcast/id1412905534Watch The Michael Steele Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJNKzTkCZE9uNqPiKYw5eU5YkS_mMsr6oIf you enjoyed this, share it with a friend!

The tech industry is split between two fantasies  – that AI writes production software while you get coffee, and that everything AI touches is slop. The reality is messier and more interesting: AI tools are force multipliers for people who already know what good looks like, and an expertise amplifier disguised as an easy button. ... Read more »

In this episode, Sathiya Sam explores the unique challenges high-performing men face when trying to quit pornography. He discusses how high performance can mask underlying issues, the role of self-control, and how pornography serves as a coping mechanism. Sathiya emphasizes the importance of vulnerability, effective systems for recovery, and addressing childhood patterns to achieve lasting freedom from addiction.  

In this deep and raw episode of The Women On Top, Valerie Lynn sits down with world-class freeride skier Molly Armanino for a powerful conversation about courage, intuition, and finding meaning in the mountains.Molly shares what it truly means to pursue a life on the edge—navigating fear, adrenaline, and the deep respect required when moving through wild landscapes. She opens up about how her connection to nature has shaped her spirituality, sharpened her intuition, and taught her how to stay grounded in the present moment.The conversation also explores the profound ways grief and loss can transform us. Molly reflects on the relationships formed through shared tragedy in the mountain community and the resilience that emerges from those experiences.Together, Valerie and Molly discuss the power of self-trust, the growing presence of women in adventure sports, and the responsibility that comes with being a visible role model. Molly reminds listeners that living boldly is not just about risk—it's about authenticity, connection, and recognizing the impact we have on others.This episode is an inspiring reflection on bravery, presence, and what it means to truly live on top.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Molly Armanino02:07 The Journey of a Freeride Skier05:30 Understanding Fear and Adrenaline10:03 Intuition and Decision Making14:32 Spirituality and Life Choices19:54 Connection to Nature and the Mountains24:45 Empowerment and Independence in the Mountains30:45 Navigating Life's Choices and Opportunities36:59 Lessons from the Slopes of Change38:50 The Illusion of Achievement40:46 Finding Satisfaction in the Moment45:28 The Value of Micro Moments46:15 Lessons from Loss50:09 Navigating Grief58:27 Messages from the Departed01:09:45 Empowering the Next GenerationConnect with Molly:Slopes of Change Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9WZghuoJX_oWebsite: https://mollyarmanino.mypixieset.com/about/Freeride World Tour: https://www.freerideworldtour.com/riders/molly-armanino/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mollyarmanino/Connect with The Women On Top: Follow The Women On Top Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts. Subscribe for more empowering conversations and stories! Website: https://thewomenontop.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thewomenontop Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewomenontoppodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-lynn/

Send a textAddiction survives on illusion.It convinces us we're in control.It tells us tomorrow will be different.It whispers that the problem isn't really us it's out there.But recovery begins the moment the illusion breaks.In this episode of the Sick & Tired Recovery Podcast, I shares a powerful message recorded live in a recovery meeting called “Shatter the Illusion.”If you've ever felt trapped by your own thinking, this message will challenge you to look deeper and begin breaking free.Support the show

You can't stop the river. You never could. And yet most of us spend enormous amounts of energy trying to do exactly that — managing outcomes, controlling other people's reactions, bracing for every possible risk, paddling furiously against a current that was never going to turn around. In this episode, I want to offer a different way of thinking about it. Not giving up. Not going passive. But understanding the difference between fighting the river and learning how to read it — and positioning yourself to move through life with a lot more power and a lot less exhaustion.The Illusion of ControlWe tell ourselves that if we work harder, think harder, or plan more carefully, we can make life behave the way we want it to. But control is an illusion — for health, finances, other people's behavior, the economy, aging, and most of the things that matter most to us. The exhaustion so many people feel in midlife isn't weakness. It's the result of spending years fighting the laws of physics. Water goes where water goes. Recognizing that is not defeat. It's the beginning of something much more useful.Strength Pushes. Wisdom Positions.In your 20s, brute force often works — you paddle hard and it gets you somewhere. In your 30s and 40s, you start building systems and pushing harder. But there's a point where the current is stronger than your effort, and the kayak metaphor becomes useful: you don't control the depth of the water, the speed of the current, or the rocks beneath the surface. What you do control is the angle of your paddle, where you aim the nose of your boat, and whether you panic or stay focused. That shift — from trying to control to learning to position — is where real power lives.Positioning Yourself in Real LifePositioning isn't abstract — it's concrete and specific. For your health, it might be a 15-minute walk, resistance training twice a week, an extra half hour of sleep, or eating more protein first. For your career, it might be learning one skill your workplace values, or moving toward the part of your work that energizes you rather than drains you. The story from my own career says it plainly: the turning point wasn't working harder. It was stopping trying to be someone else and positioning myself where my actual strengths could compound into results.Reading the River — Including the Imaginary OnesA skilled kayaker reads the water — ripples, shadows, movement patterns. They know that fast water isn't always dangerous and still water isn't always safe. A lot of the rivers we're exhausted from fighting aren't even real. They're future catastrophes, replayed conversations, worst-case scenarios we've constructed in our heads. Learning to read the actual current — asking what is actually happening right now, not what we fear might happen — is one of the most practical stress-reduction moves available to us.When the Boat Flips OverMaturity isn't never flipping the kayak. It's knowing how to roll it back up. Misreading a current, hitting a rock, panicking at a curve — these are part of learning the water, not proof that you've failed. The goal isn't perfection or avoiding all the pitfalls. The goal is perseverance, a little grit, and the willingness to get back in the boat and keep reading the river better than you did before.You're not behind. You're not done. You haven't messed this up. You're learning how to read the water — and that may be the most powerful thing you do this season. This week, just one small step: one walk, one phone call you've been putting off, one "no" you've been avoiding, thirty minutes blocked off for something that will move your career forward. Not ten steps. One. Adjust the angle. The river keeps moving, and so do you. Jill's Linkshttp://jillfromthenorthwoods.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@startwithsmallstepshttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/startwithsmallstepshttps://twitter.com/schmernEmail the podcast at jill@startwithsmallsteps.comBy choosing to watch this video or listen to this podcast, you acknowledge that you are doing so of your own free will. The content shared here reflects personal experiences and opinions and is intended for informational and inspirational purposes only. I am not a licensed healthcare provider, psychiatrist, or counselor. Any advice or suggestions offered should not be considered a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. You are solely responsible for any decisions or actions you take based on this content.

The sudden increase in the price of fuel in the last week shows how vulnerable our island can be due to events in other parts of the world. The same applies to food, and despite us being able to produce much of it, Ireland's food security is quite fragile. This week, one of the country's major carrot producers decided to cease production.Seán is joined by Michael Kelly, Founder of GIY to discuss.

In this conversation, Peter Brindley and Timothy Caulfield discuss the critical importance of science communication in the face of misinformation and the challenges posed by predatory journals. They explore the societal impact of vaccines, the misuse of scientific terms for marketing purposes (scienceploitation), and the illusions surrounding science, goodness, and opinion. The discussion emphasizes the need for humility in science, the pressures researchers face, and the responsibility of all individuals to advocate for accurate scientific information.Lessons: We all have to speak up for science.Science is a process, not a list of facts.There is pressure to publish, leading to predatory journals.Vaccines are one of the most successful biomedical interventions.Science is often misused as clickbait.Terms like 'natural' have become meaningless in marketing.You can't really boost your immune system; it's about maintaining health.The wellness industry has significant conflicts of interest.The opinion illusion shows how we are manipulated by online reviews.Trillions of dollars depend on the credibility of online reviews.

An ISIS terrorist threw a bomb over this liberal protestor's head while he was literally in the middle of saying “Everyone is welcome in New York”. And when people called him out on it, he attacked them rather than the terrorists. That's what we're dealing with today.SPONSOR: Good Ranchers Good Ranchers is the only meat company fully dedicated to America at every step, sourcing exclusively from local American farms and handling everything—from packaging to customer support—right here in the U.S. Go to GoodRanchers.com and use code NICK to get $25 off your first order and free meat for life with your subscription. That's GoodRanchers.com, code NICK, for $25 off and free meat in every box—American meat delivered.https://www.goodranchers.com/discount/NICK-----GET YOUR MERCH HERE: https://shop.nickjfreitas.com/BECOME A MEMBER OF THE IC: https://NickJFreitas.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickjfreitas/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NickFreitasVATwitter: https://twitter.com/NickJFreitasYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NickjfreitasTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nickfreitas3.000:00:00 - Introduction to the Discussion on Terrorism and Protest00:02:07 - The Incident at Gracie Mansion00:06:05 - Responses to the Terrorist Attack00:11:51 - Understanding the Perpetrators00:18:06 - The Ideological Divide and Its Implications00:25:13 - The Hierarchy of Leftist Values00:26:41 - Empathy and Its Contradictions00:28:33 - The Discrepancy in Sympathy00:30:44 - The Illusion of Universal Inclusion00:32:39 - Discrimination in Political Identity00:34:41 - Mockery and Free Speech00:36:39 - Escalation and Reaction in Political Discourse00:38:05 - The Moral Framework of the Right vs. the Left00:40:53 - The Left's Response to January 6th00:43:15 - The Shift in American Political Identity

If you're a software engineer right now, you likely feel like your world is changing overnight. We are writing half or less the amount of code that we wrote even a year ago, which represents a seismic, groundbreaking shift in our industry. However, the rapid introduction of new tools can slide quickly from exciting to purely chaotic, leaving you feeling like you are falling behind. In today's episode, I explore how this changes the nature of our day-to-day work, and why the key to surviving this transition is shifting your mindset from a traditional "Software Engineer" to an "Agent Manager". The Illusion of Velocity vs. Actual Chaos: While the big-picture promise of AI is that the software development pipeline will move exponentially faster, the reality on the ground often feels like unadulterated chaos. Trying to adopt every new tool while spinning up multiple agents to work on parallel tickets introduces a massive new cognitive burden. The Context-Switching Trap: Understand why parallelizing agent workflows fundamentally changes your context-switching overhead. You are no longer just reloading context to build something yourself; you are reloading it to manage, review, and validate a building agent, which rapidly drains your cognitive ability and leads to burnout. The "Agent Manager" Mindset: Treating AI as just a "smart autocomplete" while you try to do the same old job will not work. You need to start viewing your role more like assembly line or process management, focusing on facilitating the system rather than typing every line of syntax. Adopt Old-School Quality Control Tactics: Discover how traditional management methods are becoming essential for individual contributors. Just like a factory manager doesn't inspect every single item off the line, you must develop methods for spot checks, anomaly detection, and standardizing outputs to evaluate the quality and quantity of your agents' work. Shift Your Work Upfront: Recognize that your core effort must move to the specification and planning phases. Your job is increasingly about setting the context, defining the prompt, and establishing strict guardrails before the agent begins its work. Redefining Your Work in Progress (WIP): Proven principles like limiting WIP and focusing on finishing rather than starting are more important than ever to reduce cognitive burden. However, you must adapt these principles to fit a workflow where you are managing processes rather than manually coding. Episode Homework: Take a step back and ask yourself: "What is my true work in progress? Am I actually manually doing these tickets, or am I managing the processes that produce quality ticket work?".

In this episode, I break down one of the most dangerous decisions a person can make, secretly accepting a small life. Many people say they want more, but their actions reveal something very different. They've already made peace with staying where they are. Growth requires faith, awareness, and the willingness to confront uncomfortable truths about yourself and your environment. But when someone stops advancing, they stop seeing. Time passes, competition evolves, people age, opportunities disappear and none of it registers because the mind has already chosen safety over expansion. This episode explores why breaking out of your mental limitations begins with belief, awareness, and the courage to bet on yourself again.Buy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7

SummaryTrump told reporters Iran has no navy, no air force, and no radar left. Clayton Cuteri breaks down why that's not true. Iran's IRGC says it can fight for six more months. They still have nearly a million military personnel, 2,500+ ballistic missiles, and underground missile cities built into mountain ranges. The Strait of Hormuz is closed, 20% of the world's oil is stuck, and gas prices jumped 50 cents in a week. Eight American soldiers are dead. And the war is costing taxpayers $1 billion per day.Clayton exposes how Israel always wanted this war (their own defense minister admitted they planned the strike months before peace talks were happening), how Israel is now seizing Lebanese territory under the cover of the conflict, and how the US Defense Secretary and Lindsey Graham are framing it as a holy war with military commanders telling troops this is “biblically sanctioned.” He connects it all to the Iraq, Afghanistan, and Libya pattern of endless wars sold as quick victories, and closes with a spiritual framework on empire consciousness, the illusion of control, and what the Chola Dynasty and the Gospel of Thomas teach about real power.BONUS: Clayton discusses some Indigo Education knowledge.Clayton's NewsletterJoin HereClayton's Social Media LinkTree | Instagram | X (Twitter) | YouTube | FaceBook | RumbleTimecodes 00:00 - Intro: Trump Says Iran Is Destroyed03:00 ‑ Iran's Actual Military Strength07:55 ‑ The Strait of Hormuz Crisis 10:18 ‑ Israel Always Wanted This War13:00 ‑ The Holy War Framing18:00 ‑ Your Tax Dollars at War22:00 ‑ The Iraq, Afghanistan, Libya Pattern24:30 ‑ The Illusion of Control30:00 ‑ What This Means for YouIntro/Outro Music Producer: Don Kin Instagram | Spotify Super grateful for this guy ^Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/traveling-to-consciousness-with-clayton-cuteri--6765271/support.Listen to the Podcast AD-FREE HERE for $4.95/monSign Up for my Newsletter HEREALL Indigo Education Podcasts HEREMy Book: The Secret Teachings of Jesus HEREOfficial Traveling to Consciousness Website HERE

Send a textThe Sleep Trap: Detox Foot Patches, Ortho-Insomnia, and the Illusion of ControlMichelle and Daniel discuss the “sleep trap,” where trying too hard to sleep and following increasingly regimented routines can worsen insomnia and anxiety. They demonstrate a detox foot patch product (including lavender and green tea versions), explain how it's marketed to draw toxins out through the skin, and note it may feel relaxing but didn't make them feel different despite the patch turning dark after use. The conversation shifts to how sleep-related products and sleep-tracking devices can fuel ortho-insomnia by creating worry from data and perceived negative consequences of poor sleep. They emphasize that improving sleep involves increasing sleep pressure and decreasing arousal through daytime activity and social engagement, and they caution against making any routine a requirement for sleep. They also mention being for hire, writing a book, and a playful idea about Sleep Takeout fortune cookies.00:00 The Sleep Trap00:11 Subscribe and Sleep Products00:58 Detox Foot Patch Demo03:54 Does Detox Help Sleep05:18 Trying Harder Backfires06:04 Orthosomnia and Sleep Data07:52 Build Sleep Pressure09:06 Avoid the Eight Hour Trap09:42 Fortune Cookies and Updates10:53 Manifesting and Goodbye✨ Real rest isn't just about falling asleep, it's about feeling at ease again. I'm Dr. Daniel Baughn, sleep psychologist and co-host of Sleep Takeout. I help professionals and high-achievers who seem to have everything together on the outside but can't quite turn off their minds at night.

Under the transformative light of the Full Moon and Total Lunar Eclipse in Virgo, Therese Tucker channels an expansive message from the Golden Circle Council of Sirius, joined by the Arcturian Council of Light. This episode delves into the profound shift from the fear matrix into a new era of spiritual freedom—reminding us that the cage was always an illusion and that true liberation is realized within.Through the channeling, we explore the unlocking of etheric bodies, the sacred Blue Star transmission, and the cosmic significance of unity versus separation. The Councils reveal that reality is shaped from the inside out and that we're each at a pivotal choice point: the school of unification or separation. Therese Tucker unpacks these esoteric teachings, inviting us to choose healing, conscious alignment, and unity from the heart.✨ This episode is an activation for spiritual growth, timeline awareness, and a deep invitation to harmonize with your highest path.✨ Continue your spiritual journey with Therese Tucker:

How much of the money in your portfolio actually belongs to you? If you're investing in taxable accounts, the number on your statement isn't the full picture. A portion of it already belongs to the IRS. The challenge is that taxes on investments don't show up along the way the way they do in your paycheck. They often appear when you sell a position, rebalance your portfolio, or realize gains you weren't thinking about. For successful investors, that tax exposure can have a bigger impact on long-term results than expected. In this episode of Off The Wall, Nate and David break down how to think about tax efficiency as part of a portfolio strategy. They discuss when municipal bonds make sense, why the difference between long-term and short-term gains matters, how holding onto losing investments "until they come back" can work against you, and how tax-loss harvesting can turn volatility into something useful. Your portfolio's job is to grow. But the real objective is keeping more of what that growth produces. — Have a question you want answered on a future Ask Monument Anything episode? Email us at offthewall@monumentwm.com and we might tackle it on the show.   Please see important podcast disclosure information at https://monumentwealthmanagement.com/disclosures   Episode Timeline/Key Highlights:   0:00 — Why Tax Efficiency Matters (And The Million-Dollar Illusion) 3:28 — Taxable Accounts, Income Design, And Municipal Bond Strategy 7:00 — After-Tax Yield Vs Headline Yield (What You Actually Keep) 10:15 — Unrealized Gains, Basis, And Capital Gains Timing 14:05 — When To Hold, When To Sell, And Using Losses Strategically 17:12 — Offsetting Gains And Long-Term Carryforwards 19:20 — Direct Indexing, Replacement Trades, And Tax Harvesting 25:12 — Don't Let The Tax Tail Wag The Dog + AMA Invite   Connect with Monument Wealth Management:    Visit our website: https://monumentwealthmanagement.com/   Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monumentwealth/#   Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/monument-wealth-management/   Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MonumentWealthManagement   Connect on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MonumentWealth#Fit   Subscribe to our Private Wealth Newsletter: https://monumentwealthmanagement.com/subscribe/   Check out our Between Sips Podcast: Where Money Meets Meaning Because money without meaning never feels like wealth. https://monumentwealthmanagement.com/between-sips-podcast/   About "Off the Wall":    Markets are noisy. Your time is limited. Off The Wall cuts through the clutter. Hosts Dave Armstrong, CFA, and Nate Tonsager, CIPM, bring you straightforward, candid insights about what's really moving markets and why it matters for successful investors. From economic shifts to portfolio positioning, we break down the complexities so you can invest with intention and stay grounded when headlines and life feel chaotic.   Learn more about our hosts on our website at https://monumentwealthmanagement.com   

8 Hard Truths the Game Taught Me (8 Years of All Moves) In this episode, I reflect on the lessons that only time, pressure, and consistency reveal. The patterns I've seen in people, the realities about discipline, environment, responsibility, and why most people stay exactly where they are. These are eight hard truths the game taught me after eight years behind the mic — truths about growth, standards, and what it actually takes to move your life forward.Buy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7

What If Death Is an Illusion? Dr. Larry Dossey on NDEs and the Science of Non-Local Consciousness

In this deeply reflective episode, we explore one of humanity's greatest challenges — the experience of “otherness.” Through personal storytelling, spiritual insight, and gentle guidance, Dr. Mensimah Shabazz invites listeners to consider what shifts when we begin seeing ourselves and others through the compassionate eyes of the Divine Mother.This conversation moves beyond theory into practice, offering a simple yet powerful path toward healing, unity, and inner peace.In This Episode, You'll Discover:How the idea of “otherness” quietly shapes relationships and identityWhy separation is often learned — and belonging is our original truthHow spiritual perception transforms everyday interactions.Key Takeaway:When we release the illusion of separation, we begin to heal ourselves and the world simultaneously.Reflection Questions:Where do you feel like an outsider in your own life?Where might you unintentionally create separation?What shifts when you see through the eyes of compassion instead of judgment?Listener Invitation:If this episode touched your heart, share it with someone who may need this message today. Healing grows when wisdom is shared.Much love and gratitude,Dr. Mensimah ShabazzJoin us in empowering one million women worldwide to embrace their strength and grace. Together, let's declare our identities as women of power and inspire one another to shine! ♥️For One on One Consultations: - Want to go deeper? I offer 1:1 transformational coaching, sacred space-holding, and intuitive mentorship for women ready to embody their highest path. Schedule a 30-minute consultation: https://www.mensimah.com/harmony-consult or send Email to: agapect@mensimah.com.Subscribe: Join our Reflective/Inner Work Platform "Compose A New Narrative" at: https:www.patreon.com/mensimahshabazzphd orhttps://substack.com/@drmensimahshabazzContact Links:Website: https://www.mensimah.comInstagram: @mensimahshabazzphdYouTube: @mensimahsroundtableShop: https://shop.mensimah.comRegister as a Guest on PodMatch- for Round Table Conversations: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/mrtDonations:https://mensimahs-round-table.captiva...https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MRTPo...

In this episode, I break down a simple but uncomfortable idea: money is not real in the way most people believe it is. It's a system we all participate in, yet very few people ever stop to question what it actually represents and what it ends up costing them. When you really look at how people structure their lives around it, you start to see a deeper conversation about value, priorities, and the things people are willing to sacrifice without even realizing it. This episode challenges the way we think about money and the role it plays in the decisions we make every day.Buy my book Above the illusion. Above the Illusion: The blueprint for mental clarity, self-respect, and irreplaceable value" is a deep exploration into the hidden forces shaping our lives – the conditioning, beliefs, and stories we've unknowingly accepted as truth. This book exposes the psychological distractions that cloud our vision, keeping us blind, fearful, and stuck in cycles of limitation.Anthony Minaya challenges you to question the narratives that hold you back, illuminating the illusions that prevent you from seeing yourself clearly. From the self-imposed boundaries to the unconscious patterns dictating your choices, "Above the Illusion" guides you to break free from the mental fog and step into undeniable personal growth.This isn't just a book about change – it's about learning how to see. When you learn to recognize what is real and what is fabricated by fear and doubt, you gain the clarity, awareness, and self-respect necessary to reshape your life."Above the Illusion" will leave you more prepared, more conscious, and more powerful than ever before – ready to live with a sharpness that cuts through deception and a confidence rooted in truth.Buy now. https://a.co/d/8w516R7

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Is the Government Legally Killing Us? Scott Schara's new book, which will be released on March 10, 2026, is a relentless search for the truth after the death of his daughter, Grace Schara, in a Wisconsin hospital. Framed as both a legal and moral reckoning, Schara draws on court filings, regulatory history, and firsthand experience to uncover an agenda that you have to be sitting down to believe. It establishes that the medical system we've been programmed to trust is killing us and that the legal system protects the guilty—what the author calls “the crime of the millennium.”Links: Is the Government Legally Killing Us?: Is the Evidence Obvious? How Fear of Death and the Illusion of Freedom Turn Us Into Accomplices to EvilAmazon: https://a.co/d/0iSAT5LVBarnes & Noble- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/is-the-government-legally-killing-us-by-graces-dad-scott-schara/1149494499;jsessionid=0D3B5E6DA5EEA813923470A456B7D082.prodny_store02-atgap03?ean=9798994180709GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/247934202-is-the-government-legally-killing-us?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=fAppcTNIzt&rank=1Our Amazing Grace Website: https://ouramazinggrace.net/homeSubstack: https://ouramazinggrace.substack.com

What if the feeling of making a choice is itself just another conditioned response? In this conversation, Adam and Reed explore two of the most penetrating voices in non-dual philosophy — Nisargadatta Maharaj and J. Krishnamurti — and what they point to about the nature of freedom, conditioning, and the self that believes it is choosing. We unpack Nisargadatta's radical claim that he is neither the painter nor the painting, and Krishnamurti's unsettling observation that where there is choice, there is no freedom. What emerges is a conversation about whether the "sense of me" is anything more than a protective contraction...and what remains when you stop believing you are the one doing any of this. Topics explored: Nisargadatta Maharaj's "I Am That" and the nature of pure awareness. Krishnamurti's choiceless awareness and the prison of conditioning. The illusion of free will and what freedom actually looks like. The "sense of me" as a felt contraction rather than a solid self. Competing belief systems as the root of suffering. What it means to trust something beyond the thinking mind. If you found this through gaming ,or just stumbled in, welcome! www.InsideTheMindsEye.com

On today's episode, Andy travels to Austin to visit with Ways2Well founder Brigham Buhler at his Longevity Lab lab to discuss the search for the genetics secrets to eliminating chronic disease and how some species seem to live forever. They dig into why how the field is practiced today often leave patients without real answers, and why Buhler believes a more preventative, patient-focused approach could change that. Change Agents is an IRONCLAD Original Chapters: (00:00) Intro (02:08) Redesigning the Clinic: Making Healthcare Fun (07:10) How Insurance & PBMs Broke the Medical System (14:42) Big Pharma's War on Compounding & Telemedicine (18:22) Why Your Doctor Is Trapped in a Broken System (21:18) Ways2Well Tour: 80s Nostalgia & UV Murals (30:52) The Opioid Crisis & Brigham's Origin Story (38:25) Fighting the FDA & The Illusion of Surgical Safety (43:47) What Are Peptides & Why Pharma Wants Them (48:22) ALLEN: The Ways2Well AI Health Assistant (52:14) Debunking Medical Myths: Testosterone & HRT (58:16) Wearables & The Future of Proactive Health (01:10:57) Inside the Lab: Stem Cells, Red Light, & Hyperbaric Oxygen (01:17:48) Next-Level Detox: Blood Filtration (IBU) & Ozone Saunas (01:20:25) Gene Editing & The Future of Human Evolution Sponsors: Firecracker Farm Use code IRONCLAD to get 15% off your first order at https://firecracker.farm/ GHOSTBED: Go to https://www.GhostBed.com/IRONCLAD and use code IRONCLAD for an extra 15% off sitewide. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/change-agents-with-andy-stumpf/id1677415740 Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3SKmtN55V2AGbzHDo34DHI?si=5aefbba9abc844ed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this March 4 episode of Badlands Daily, CannCon and Ashe in America open with a lively morning conversation that quickly moves into the bigger geopolitical picture shaping the headlines. The hosts examine President Trump's efforts to rebalance global trade and what that means for American workers, while also exploring how entrenched power structures react when their leverage starts slipping. From there, the discussion shifts toward the concept of color revolutions and how intelligence networks historically destabilize societies by exploiting political tensions and media narratives. CannCon and Ashe connect those tactics to the current information environment, asking whether some of today's domestic turmoil mirrors strategies used abroad. The episode also digs into polling narratives surrounding Trump's State of the Union and the reliability of political polling in general. With their usual mix of humor, skepticism, and strategic analysis, the hosts encourage listeners to step back from the emotional headlines and think critically about how narratives are constructed and deployed.

This one might stretch you. We're talking about the possibility that what feels solid… isn't. That identity, certainty, and even the physical world may be more like a projection than a permanent structure. Before you panic — this isn't about denying your life. It's about loosening your grip on what you think is fixed. And when that grip softens, something interesting happens. You stop living as if you're trapped inside the system. You start moving like you're part of something much bigger. Hey! Thanks for listening! If you liked this episode, please send us a message. We'd love to hear from you!Your cup is full, your journey awaits. Let's sip, chat, and transform together. Find out more at https://www.bodyandsoulevents.love/ Julietta Wenzel Founder of Body & Soul Ministries, Julietta is a healer, guide, and visionary dedicated to helping others remember their true selves and step into their authentic power. With a background as a physical therapist turned spiritual practitioner, she combines individual healing sessions, sacred ceremonies, and transformative retreats to guide her community toward joy, fulfillment, and alignment. https://bodyandsoulministries.love/ Instagram: @bodyandsoulministries Dorice Ross Elder of Body & Soul Ministries, Dorice is a healer, educator, and guide devoted to supporting others in remembering their divinity and lived experience of Oneness. With a background in physical therapy and university-level teaching, her path has always bridged the body, mind, and spirit. Rooted in both psychology and energy healing, and inspired by diverse spiritual traditions, Dorice creates safe, compassionate spaces where healing unfolds naturally. Her work is guided by love, deep listening, and trust in the wisdom of Source. Instagram: @rossdoriceShine bright and have a magical day!Julietta & Dorice

Dr. Sue Morter returns to explore what it truly means to awaken — not as a concept, but as a lived, embodied experience. Beneath our protective personality and performance-driven identity lies a deeper intelligence — an electromagnetic master system that governs healing, perception, and consciousness itself.In this conversation, we explore how nervous system regulation opens the doorway to higher awareness, why triggers are invitations to reclaim lost parts of ourselves, and how building energetic circuitry transforms reactive patterns into creative power. From subtle anatomy and the Shoshumna channel to the relationship between consciousness and matter, this episode bridges science and spirituality in a grounded, practical way.Try LMNT & get a free sample pack https://drinkLMNT.com/KnowThyselfTry Boncharge & 15% off their red light deviceshttps://www.boncharge.com/knowthyselfKnow Thyself Community Event Waitlist: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/liveAndré's Book Recs: https://www.knowthyselfpodcast.com/book-list___________00:00 Intro5:48 The Illusion of Inherent Brokenness11:37 The Fuel Behind Achievement17:21 The Protective Personality31:21 Ad: LMNT32:46 The Return to Second Innocence47:04 Ad: BON CHARGE48:13 Expanding the Space Between Stimulus and Response1:04:06 The Science of Subtle Anatomy1:29:24 The Limits of Spiritual Language1:43:07 Embodiment of Expanded Awareness1:49:02 Moving From Joy Instead of Lack1:54:16 The Transformative Power of Immersive Experience2:15:22 Surrendering Fully Into Feeling2:25:42 A Message to the Heart of Humanity___________Episode Resources: Dr. Sue Morter's book: https://nt113.isrefer.com/go/HYHYL-Book/KnowThyself/https://www.instagram.com/drsuemorterhttps://www.instagram.com/andreduqum/https://www.instagram.com/knowthyself/https://www.youtube.com/@knowthyselfpodcasthttps://www.knowthyselfpodcast.comListen to the show:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4bZMq9lApple: https://apple.co/4iATICX

In this episode of the Explaining History Podcast, we turn our attention away from the Western Front and towards a often-neglected combatant of the First World War: the Austro-Hungarian Empire.When we think of military incompetence in the Great War, our minds typically turn to the Western Front—to Haig, to Passchendaele, to the "lions led by donkeys" thesis. But the Habsburg army, which fought the Russians and the Italians across vast and challenging theaters, offers an even starker case study in structural weakness and strategic fantasy.Drawing on Alexander Watson's superb *Ring of Steel*, we examine the multiple deficiencies that plagued the Dual Monarchy's forces in July 1914. The problems began with manpower. The Austro-Hungarian Empire was a patchwork of nations and ethnicities, and loyalty to the Habsburg crown varied dramatically. In the German-speaking west, draft evasion stood at just 3%. In the Czech lands, it rose to 6-7.3%. Among Hungarians—still nursing grievances from 1848—over a quarter ignored their summons. And in Galicia and the South Slav lands, where illiteracy was high and irredentist movements simmered, more than one third of men failed to present themselves for service. Many had simply emigrated to America.But the deficiencies went far deeper than manpower. The army was desperately short of modern artillery. Its divisions had fewer guns than their Russian counterparts, and two-thirds of those were obsolete—bronze-barrelled pieces without recoil mechanisms or protective shields. Ammunition stocks were around half those of other great powers. The logistical infrastructure—barracks, depots, railways—was wholly inadequate for the expansion war would require.Perhaps most fatally, the army's tactical doctrine was frozen in the nineteenth century. The Chief of Staff, Conrad von Hötzendorf, was regarded as a genius within the officer corps. His 1890 manual on tactics remained gospel a quarter of a century later. He believed that "energy, decisiveness and action" could overcome firepower, that infantry could win "even without support from other weapons" through "unbendable steadfastness of will." Foreign observers watching pre-war manoeuvres were appalled: officers standing upright behind firing lines, troops advancing in close formations, a complete obliviousness to terrain. The German military attaché's verdict was damning: mere cannon fodder.The Central Powers' war plan demanded the impossible of both Germany and Austria-Hungary. The Germans were asked to defeat France in six weeks. The Austro-Hungarians were asked to hold the Russian army while simultaneously invading Serbia. Neither task was remotely achievable with the forces and doctrine available.**Topics covered:**- The multi-ethnic challenge of Habsburg recruitment- Draft evasion rates across the empire- Emigration and the loss of potential soldiers- Material shortages: artillery, ammunition, infrastructure- Conrad's tactical doctrine and the cult of the offensive- Comparisons with Russian military incompetence- The gap between strategic ambition and operational realityExplaining History helps you understand the 20th Century through critical conversations and expert interviews. We connect the past to the present. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and share.▸ Support the Show & Get Exclusive ContentBecome a Patron: patreon.com/explaininghistory▸ Join the Community & Continue the ConversationFacebook Group: facebook.com/groups/ExplainingHistoryPodcastSubstack: theexplaininghistorypodcast.substack.com▸ Read Articles & Go DeeperWebsite: explaininghistory.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, the story of Clever Hans, the horse who changed psychology for the better. We also sit down with psychologist and magician Matt Tompkins. Matt is the author of The Spectacle of Illusion, a book about the long history of the manipulation of our own magical thinking and how studying deception can help us better understand perception, memory, belief, and more. How Minds Change David McRaney's BlueSky David McRaney's Twitter YANSS Twitter Matt Tompkins The Spectacle of Illusion Prisoners of Silence Clever Hans Wilhelm von Osten Carl Sagan Quote Science of Magic Association Society for Psychical Research Skeptical Inquirer Magazine Houdini's Debunking Newsletter Patreon Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What is it like to be a brain surgeon? How much of our personality is determined by brain structure? Do we truly have free will or is it an illusion created by neural processes? Will there ever be a cure for dementia? And could artificial intelligence replace neurosurgeons? In this episode of Good Is In The Details, hosts Gwendolyn Dolske, Ph.D., and Rudy Salo sit down with renowned neurosurgeon Dr. Theodore Schwartz, author of Gray Matters: A Biography of Brain Surgery, to explore the intersection of neuroscience, philosophy, medical ethics, and culture. Dr. Schwartz offers a rare, inside look at what it means to operate on the human brain: the organ that houses memory, identity, personality, and consciousness itself. From the evolution of brain surgery to cutting-edge research, he explains how the brain functions, how structure shapes behavior, and why understanding neuroplasticity is essential to both medicine and human development. The conversation moves into the philosophical debate of free will vs. determinism. If our thoughts, impulses, and decisions arise from neural circuitry, do we truly choose — or are we the product of biology? Is the "mind" something distinct from the brain, or is it an emergent property of physical processes? Drawing on pop culture references like Star Trek, Memento, and Gattaca, this episode connects neuroscience with questions long explored in philosophy and science fiction. The discussion also addresses: How brain injuries alter personality The future of dementia research The promise and limits of neuroplasticity Why AI is unlikely to replace human neurosurgeons What makes brain surgery uniquely human Dr. Schwartz explains why, despite advances in artificial intelligence, neurosurgery requires intuition, judgment, and embodied skill that cannot be automated. This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in: medical ethics neuroscience and consciousness the philosophy of mind free will and determinism dementia and brain health AI in medicine how identity is shaped by the brain The brain is the seat of personality, memory, and moral agency. Understanding how it functions challenges our assumptions about responsibility, autonomy, and what it means to be human. Through thoughtful dialogue, Good Is In The Details bridges philosophy and real-world expertise, offering listeners tools to think more deeply about science, ethics, and the nature of consciousness. Learn more about Dr. Schwartz's work and get a copy of his book. https://www.theodorehschwartzmd.com Join our Good Is In The Details community, book club, and support the pod. https://www.patreon.com/c/GoodIsInTheDetails Get in touch!  Media, Speaking, Pod Topics: https://www.goodisinthedetails.com Get your copy of Interview with Intention. Amazon link here.

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