Podcasts about Illusion

In this episode, I break down the 10 hidden forces influencing your choices, relationships, ambition, and future. Each one can push you toward greatness—or quietly control your entire life. The question isn't whether you're being driven. It's whether you know what's driving you.Watch the documentary: Change the family tree⁠⁠Buy 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 happens when a dating app match claims to be a professional NFL star? For at least 26 women across the West Coast, the answer turned into a devastating $1.3 million nightmare. Federal authorities made headlines with the FBI arrest of Daejon Love and accomplice Taylor Jamie Chan at an Idaho airport, uncovering a massive multi-year romance and investment fraud scheme. Love allegedly posed as a San Francisco 49ers wide receiver—and sometimes a wealthy Swiss heir—using fake banking apps, staged prop money, and repurposed NFL footage to trick victims on Tinder, Bumble, and Hinge into funding non-existent ventures. In this gripping episode, we dive deep into the investigative file behind the Daejon Love arrest. We break down the sophisticated mechanics of how Love and Chan pulled off the scam, using fake financial portfolios, Pocket Option demos, and custom social media presences to build trust before draining their victims' life savings. We examine how real NFL footage, custom football helmets, and fake payroll documents fooled not only romantic partners but briefly even online search algorithms. Whether you are a true crime junkie, a cybersecurity enthusiast interested in modern romance scams, or someone looking to protect yourself and your loved ones from sophisticated dating app fraud, this episode is essential listening. We explore:The Dating App Trap: How Daejon Love used fake identities and professional sports status to target victims on platforms like Tinder and Hinge. The Illusion of Wealth: Examining how fake bank account apps and bogus trading screenshots were used to manipulate victims into handing over cash.The FBI Investigation: How federal authorities tracked down Love and Chan, leading to their dramatic arrest at Boise Airport. Red Flags & Prevention: Actionable tips on how to spot romance and investment scammers online before it's too late.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chaos-culture-radio--3078307/support.Follow Chaos Culture Radio for real conversations that move culture forward.New episodes every week.Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

In this episode, Roy sits down with Brian D. Ridgway, "The Spellbreaker" and founder of Level 5 Mentoring, alongside Abigail Morgan, CEO of Level 5 Mentoring and a 27-year veteran of the coaching world. Brian shares the extraordinary story of January 3rd, 2011 — the day he hit total rock bottom, about to be homeless with his pregnant wife and two kids, and experienced an awakening that instantly transformed his relationship with his own mind. He unpacks where the "Spellbreaker" name actually came from, walks through his Five Paradigms that he says govern how every person on the planet experiences their inner world, and lays out his "Five Spells from Hell" framework — the mental patterns he believes quietly run beneath most people's stress and stuckness. Abigail shares her own turning point — 27 years deep in the coaching industry, including 8 years running Martha Beck's practitioner training program, and how a decades-long physical pain vanished in a single 10-minute session with Brian after years of other practices hadn't touched it. For anyone drawn to stillness and inner work, this conversation offers a different lens on what actually releases tension held in the body and mind. They close with how this applies to parenting, to animals, and where to start if a four-day retreat in Hawaii isn't realistic right now. Timestamps 0:02 – Introducing Brian D. Ridgway and Abigail Morgan 2:38 – Abigail's story: decades of chronic physical pain and the session that changed everything in 10 minutes 5:09 – What actually happened on January 3rd, 2011 9:07 – Brian's childhood gift, and how his parents tried to suppress it 12:17 – Where the name "Spellbreaker" came from 15:19 – Do spell breaks last, or can people fall back into old patterns? 19:51 – How Brian, Abigail, and business partner Keith found each other 20:22 – Is a four-day trip to Hawaii the only way in? Books, courses, and other entry points 23:56 – Applying this work to parenting and children 28:21 – Applying this work to trauma in animals — Brian's own rescue dog 29:47 – Testimonials, including Dr. Erica Yates' story 33:00 – How it feels for Brian to witness a life-changing transformation 39:23 – The Five Paradigms that Brian says govern everyone on the planet 40:09 – The Five Spells from Hell, explained in full 54:16 – On self-help, therapy, and why Brian doesn't regret the $300,000 he spent finding this 57:11 – The advantage of Brian's own hard journey in connecting with clients 57:21 – The crystals in Brian's office 57:48 – Where to find the book and get started About Brian D. Ridgway Brian D. Ridgway, known as "The Spellbreaker," is the founder of Level 5 Mentoring and author of the #1 international bestseller Break Your Self-Help Addiction. After 17 years of childhood abuse and decades of financial disaster, relationship trauma, and a suicide attempt, Brian experienced a life-changing awakening on January 3rd, 2011. Since then, his method — called Spellbreaking — has helped over 265,000 people across 84 countries. About Abigail Morgan Abigail Morgan is CEO of Level 5 Mentoring and a 27-year veteran of the self-help and coaching world. After investing over $750,000 in her own healing journey, training extensively under Martha Beck (Oprah's coach), and running Martha Beck's practitioner training program for over 8 years, Abigail found that even the most advanced coaching modalities left her deepest issues untouched. She discovered Brian's work a year and a half ago, closed her own company to take over Level 5's practitioner program, and became CEO nine months ago. Connect with Brian, Abigail & Level 5 Mentoring:

In this episode, Roy sits down with Brian D. Ridgway, "The Spellbreaker" and founder of Level 5 Mentoring, alongside Abigail Morgan, CEO of Level 5 Mentoring and a 27-year veteran of the coaching and spiritual world. Brian shares the extraordinary story of January 3rd, 2011 — the day he hit total rock bottom, about to be homeless with his pregnant wife and two kids, and experienced an awakening that instantly transformed his life and revealed a childhood gift his own parents had once tried to suppress. He unpacks where the "Spellbreaker" name actually came from, walks through his Five Paradigms that he says govern how every person on the planet experiences consciousness and reality, and lays out his "Five Spells from Hell" framework in full. Abigail shares her own turning point — 27 years deep in the coaching industry, including 8 years running Martha Beck's practitioner training program, and how a decades-long physical pain vanished in a single 10-minute session with Brian after nothing else had touched it. They also explore applying this work to parenting and even to trauma in animals, and close out with where people can start if a four-day trip to Hawaii isn't in the cards. Timestamps 0:02 – Introducing Brian D. Ridgway and Abigail Morgan 2:38 – Abigail's story: decades of chronic physical pain and the session that changed everything in 10 minutes 5:09 – What actually happened on January 3rd, 2011 9:07 – Brian's childhood gift, and how his parents tried to suppress it 12:17 – Where the name "Spellbreaker" came from 15:19 – Do spell breaks last, or can people fall back into old patterns? 19:51 – How Brian, Abigail, and business partner Keith found each other 20:22 – Is a four-day trip to Hawaii the only way in? Books, courses, and other entry points 23:56 – Applying this work to parenting and children 28:21 – Applying this work to trauma in animals — Brian's own rescue dog 29:47 – Testimonials, including Dr. Erica Yates' story 33:00 – How it feels for Brian to witness a life-changing transformation 39:23 – The Five Paradigms that Brian says govern everyone on the planet 40:09 – The Five Spells from Hell, explained in full 54:16 – On self-help, therapy, and why Brian doesn't regret the $300,000 he spent finding this 57:11 – The advantage of Brian's own hard journey in connecting with clients 57:21 – The crystals in Brian's office 57:48 – Where to find the book and get started About Brian D. Ridgway Brian D. Ridgway, known as "The Spellbreaker," is the founder of Level 5 Mentoring and author of the #1 international bestseller Break Your Self-Help Addiction. After 17 years of childhood abuse and decades of financial disaster, relationship trauma, and a suicide attempt, Brian experienced a life-changing awakening on January 3rd, 2011. Since then, his method — called Spellbreaking — has helped over 265,000 people across 84 countries. About Abigail Morgan Abigail Morgan is CEO of Level 5 Mentoring and a 27-year veteran of the self-help and coaching world. After investing over $750,000 in her own healing journey, training extensively under Martha Beck (Oprah's coach), and running Martha Beck's practitioner training program for over 8 years, Abigail found that even the most advanced coaching modalities left her deepest issues untouched. She discovered Brian's work a year and a half ago, closed her own company to take over Level 5's practitioner program, and became CEO nine months ago. Connect with Brian, Abigail & Level 5 Mentoring:

In this episode, Roy sits down with Brian D. Ridgway, "The Spellbreaker" and founder of Level 5 Mentoring, alongside Abigail Morgan, CEO of Level 5 Mentoring and a 27-year veteran of the coaching world. Brian shares the extraordinary story of January 3rd, 2011 — the day he hit total rock bottom, about to be homeless with his pregnant wife and two kids, and experienced an awakening that instantly transformed his life. He unpacks where the "Spellbreaker" name actually came from, walks through his Five Paradigms that he says govern how every person on the planet experiences life, and lays out his "Five Spells from Hell" framework in detail. Abigail shares her own turning point — 27 years deep in the coaching industry, including 8 years running Martha Beck's practitioner training program, and how a decades-long physical pain vanished in a single 10-minute session with Brian after nothing else had touched it. They also get into applying this work to parenting and even to trauma in animals, and close out with where people can start if a four-day trip to Hawaii isn't in the cards. Timestamps 0:02 – Introducing Brian D. Ridgway and Abigail Morgan 2:38 – Abigail's story: decades of chronic physical pain and the session that changed everything in 10 minutes 5:09 – What actually happened on January 3rd, 2011 9:07 – Brian's childhood gift, and how his parents tried to suppress it 12:17 – Where the name "Spellbreaker" came from 15:19 – Do spell breaks last, or can people fall back into old patterns? 19:51 – How Brian, Abigail, and business partner Keith found each other 20:22 – Is a four-day trip to Hawaii the only way in? Books, courses, and other entry points 23:56 – Applying this work to parenting and children 28:21 – Applying this work to trauma in animals — Brian's own rescue dog 29:47 – Testimonials, including Dr. Erica Yates' story 33:00 – How it feels for Brian to witness a life-changing transformation 39:23 – The Five Paradigms that Brian says govern everyone on the planet 40:09 – The Five Spells from Hell, explained in full 54:16 – On self-help, therapy, and why Brian doesn't regret the $300,000 he spent finding this 57:11 – The advantage of Brian's own hard journey in connecting with clients 57:21 – The crystals in Brian's office 57:48 – Where to find the book and get started About Brian D. Ridgway Brian D. Ridgway, known as "The Spellbreaker," is the founder of Level 5 Mentoring and author of the #1 international bestseller Break Your Self-Help Addiction. After 17 years of childhood abuse and decades of financial disaster, relationship trauma, and a suicide attempt, Brian experienced a life-changing awakening on January 3rd, 2011. Since then, his method — called Spellbreaking — has helped over 265,000 people across 84 countries. About Abigail Morgan Abigail Morgan is CEO of Level 5 Mentoring and a 27-year veteran of the self-help and coaching world. After investing over $750,000 in her own healing journey, training extensively under Martha Beck (Oprah's coach), and running Martha Beck's practitioner training program for over 8 years, Abigail found that even the most advanced coaching modalities left her deepest issues untouched. She discovered Brian's work a year and a half ago, closed her own company to take over Level 5's practitioner program, and became CEO nine months ago. Connect with Brian, Abigail & Level 5 Mentoring:

Du baust seit Wochen an einer Lösung, in die du richtig viel Energie steckst.Ein KPI-Dashboard zum Beispiel, sauber aufgebaut und automatisiert, genau so, wie du es kannst.Dann ist es fertig, und niemand in deinem Team fragt danach.Das Problem, das du gelöst hast, gab es nie – und das echte Problem liegt woanders.Warum ambitionierte Ingenieure so viel Energie in Lösungen stecken, die keiner braucht, und woran du das bei dir selbst erkennst – darüber spreche ich in dieser Folge.Show Notes:>> Erwähnte Folge #281 – Dein Gehirn belügt dich>> Der Club für Ingenieure: skool.com/mentorwerk>> No Zero Days – Buch für Ingenieure: nozerodays.de/buch>> Mentornotes Newsletter: mentorwerk.de/newsletter>> Tim Schmaddebeck bei YouTube: youtube.com/@schmaddebeck>> Tim Schmaddebeck bei LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timschmaddebeck>> Tims Buchempfehlungen: mentorwerk.de/buecherStichworte zur Folge:Prokrastination, Fake Work, Illusion von Produktivität, Produktivität steigern, produktiver arbeiten, Prioritäten setzen, richtig priorisieren, Fokus im Job, Zeitverschwendung, Engpass erkennen, Probleme lösen, Problemlösung, Komfortzone verlassen, unangenehme Gespräche führen, Selbstreflexion, ehrlich zu sich selbst sein, Rationalisierung, Overengineering, Verschwendung vermeiden, Selbstständigkeit als Ingenieur, KPI Dashboard, Ingenieur Karriere, Karriere Ingenieur, Führungskraft werden, vom Ingenieur zur Führungskraft, technische Führungskraft, Leadership für Ingenieure, Mitarbeiter entwickeln, Berufseinstieg Ingenieur, Podcast für Ingenieure

AI emotional intelligence pioneer and author of Mind Hacking Happiness, Sean Webb exposes the weaponization of large language models for mind control by the military-industrial complex, and how non-local consciousness could restore human sovereignty, in episode 262 of the Far Out with Faust podcast.Webb has spent more than 20 years studying the mechanics of thought, emotion, and consciousness, developing the Language Enabled Algorithms of Human Emotion for artificial intelligence. His books include the two-volume Mind Hacking Happiness series, Human Mind Owner's Manual, and his latest, NHI Connected Mind, which brings together his work on consciousness, artificial intelligence, and non-human intelligence. A former advanced-supercomputing systems engineer and Georgia Tech ATDC alumnus, Webb has presented his work at the Science of Consciousness, NASA, Georgia Tech, and other institutions, while his mind-mastery methods have been endorsed by U.S. Navy SEALs.In this conversation, Faust and Sean explore the growing battle over the human mind, from AI safety, government surveillance, and psychological manipulation to the internal mechanisms that drive fear, emotional reactivity, and suffering. They examine how meta-awareness and emotional regulation can break those patterns, why material success fails to produce lasting happiness, and what meditation, intuition, and NHI may reveal about the deeper nature of consciousness. As the discussion expands, they question whether humanity's greatest advantage over artificial intelligence lies not in becoming more like machines, but in rediscovering capacities we have largely forgotten.In this episode:• The NSA Mind-Reading Problem: What happened when Sean realized where his emotional algorithms could ultimately lead.• Claude's 171 Emotions: The disturbing discovery that changed the conversation around AI self-awareness.• When AI Safety Becomes the Obstacle: Why a Pentagon fight over Anthropic's safeguards should concern everyone.• Zuckerberg's Yacht Problem: What extreme wealth reveals about the psychology of never having enough.• Can Consciousness Heal the Body? The Navy SEAL recovery story Sean says changed everything.• The Technology Humans Forgot: The abilities Sean believes humanity once possessed and may be capable of recovering.• The AI Therapist Trap: What are you really giving away when you tell an AI your deepest secrets?• Disclosure Without Permission: Why Sean believes the truth about NHI may have to reach humanity another way.If Sean is right, the future won't be decided by smarter machines, but by whether humans remember what they are.00:00 - Sean Webb Podcast Highlights01:21 - Sean Webb Introduction02:25 - The Simulation of 8.3 Billion Humans (MIMIC-AI)06:45 - The Speed of Power and the Escalation of Control09:46 - Non-Local Consciousness and the Brain as a Transceiver20:55 - The Equation of Emotion: Neuroscience and the "Mind Hack"28:10 - Ancient Disciplines, Prayer of Quiet, and Mind Hacking30:03 - The Danger of Using AI as a Personal Therapist32:25 - Government Agendas, Narrative Control, and Media Manipulation36:00 - Claude's 171 Discovered Emotions and the Threat of Roguing AI40:27 - How LLMs Evolved into Black Boxes & Meta-Awareness48:15 - Walking Away from Mass Manipulation and Wiping the Hard Drives54:15 - The Illusion of Government Disclosure & Psychological Operations01:02:15 - The Miami Mall Incident and Information Blackouts01:07:05 - War Is a Racket, Smedley Butler, and Historical Cycles01:15:35 - Zuckerberg and the Hedonic Treadmill of Material Wealth01:21:05 - Ego as the Root of All Human Suffering & Expanding Identity01:28:20 - Sean's 2-Hour Meditation That Felt Like Thousands of Years01:34:40 - Listening Instead of Talking: The True Nature of Prayer01:37:45 - Reframing Non-Human Intelligence (NHI) & Healing Beyond Dogma01:43:30 - The Illusion of Death and Signs from Beyond01:47:15 - A Remote Healing Experience with a Paraplegic Navy SEAL01:50:07 - Why AI Can Never Connect to Non-Local Consciousness01:54:35 - Where to Find Sean Webb & Final ThoughtsCheck out Sean's bookshttps://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B08P3FCBQ8Explore Sean's Emotionally Intelligent AIhttps://zenodelic.ai/Connect with Sean Webbhttps://mindhackinghappiness.com/https://www.facebook.com/mindhackinghappinessJoin us on PatreonFor uncensored episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive community access:https://patreon.com/FarOutWithFaustListen on Spotify + Apple PodcastsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6StPwgq2di3f8uxnc6SmIfApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/far-out-with-faust-fowf/id1533017218FOWF & Faust Checho on socialhttps://www.instagram.com/faroutwithfaust/https://www.instagram.com/theonefaustchecho/https://www.facebook.com/Faroutwithfausthttps://x.com/faustchechohttps://patreon.com/FarOutWithFaustQUESTION THE ANSWERS™#ArtificialIntelligence #Anthropic #Technologywe'd love to hear from you

What makes us different than all other beings is our ability to make conscious decisions, but does Bechira truly exist or is it just an illusion?

GEDDIT GEDDIT FRIDAY And just like that, another week of laughs, questionable moments and core memories have gone by, BUT it is important that we help you get those weekend VOIBES started!… Matua Marc came across an illusion that will make you unlock parts of your subconscious mind!… You never when the doors of the arena will open up but TODAY is that day, it is Jordan VS Matua Marc stepping up to settle some group chat beef… And when did you know that maybe, just maybe you weren't the favourite child in the family?!… A reminder that we won't be back on the show till Friday next week! SO PLEASE, use this time wisely to go check out any shows you've missed… And PLEASE look after yourself and those around you… (Keep and eye out on our socials!) POWERED BY THE PEOPLES MEDIA CO. Hit that link below to stay caught up with anything and everything TMS. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/groups/3394787437503676/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you to the team at Chemist Warehouse for helping us keep the lights on, here at The Morning Shift... ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.chemistwarehouse.co.nz/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 00:00 - INTRO 03:16 - CHECK IN (THE PHANTOM WORD ILLUSION) 12:44 - DAILY BREAD 23:07 - LIFE OF THE NON FAVOURITE CHILD 36:41 - MATUA MARC VS JORDAN 42:33 - WEEKLY WHANAU FEEDBACK 50:48 - OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Edward Blum interviews Holly White on her new book Constructing American Childhood: Age-Based Laws and the Illusion of Protection in the Early United States. As of 2025, in the United States an eleven-year-old child can be charged with a federal crime while in many states it's illegal to leave a twelve-year-old home alone. Twenty-six states allow children younger than sixteen to marry while the legal drinking age remains twenty-one. Are these age-based laws really protecting children, and if not, why do they exist? Holly White uncovers the answers to these questions through a history of America's first age-based laws. Analyzing trial records, newspapers, personal letters and diaries, as well as legal statutes from the founding era to the Civil War, White shows how restrictive age-based laws were implemented to benefit those who already held power. Over time, these new laws—coming out of child murder and rape trials as well as guardianship and underage marriage disputes—increasingly circumscribed the rights of young Americans in the early republic. As White shows, race, class, status, and gender influenced who came to benefit from the label of “child” in post-revolutionary America. In so doing, Constructing American Childhood explains why Americans continue to be guided by the age-based legal definitions of childhood and adulthood of our past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Edward Blum interviews Holly White on her new book Constructing American Childhood: Age-Based Laws and the Illusion of Protection in the Early United States. As of 2025, in the United States an eleven-year-old child can be charged with a federal crime while in many states it's illegal to leave a twelve-year-old home alone. Twenty-six states allow children younger than sixteen to marry while the legal drinking age remains twenty-one. Are these age-based laws really protecting children, and if not, why do they exist? Holly White uncovers the answers to these questions through a history of America's first age-based laws. Analyzing trial records, newspapers, personal letters and diaries, as well as legal statutes from the founding era to the Civil War, White shows how restrictive age-based laws were implemented to benefit those who already held power. Over time, these new laws—coming out of child murder and rape trials as well as guardianship and underage marriage disputes—increasingly circumscribed the rights of young Americans in the early republic. As White shows, race, class, status, and gender influenced who came to benefit from the label of “child” in post-revolutionary America. In so doing, Constructing American Childhood explains why Americans continue to be guided by the age-based legal definitions of childhood and adulthood of our past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Edward Blum interviews Holly White on her new book Constructing American Childhood: Age-Based Laws and the Illusion of Protection in the Early United States. As of 2025, in the United States an eleven-year-old child can be charged with a federal crime while in many states it's illegal to leave a twelve-year-old home alone. Twenty-six states allow children younger than sixteen to marry while the legal drinking age remains twenty-one. Are these age-based laws really protecting children, and if not, why do they exist? Holly White uncovers the answers to these questions through a history of America's first age-based laws. Analyzing trial records, newspapers, personal letters and diaries, as well as legal statutes from the founding era to the Civil War, White shows how restrictive age-based laws were implemented to benefit those who already held power. Over time, these new laws—coming out of child murder and rape trials as well as guardianship and underage marriage disputes—increasingly circumscribed the rights of young Americans in the early republic. As White shows, race, class, status, and gender influenced who came to benefit from the label of “child” in post-revolutionary America. In so doing, Constructing American Childhood explains why Americans continue to be guided by the age-based legal definitions of childhood and adulthood of our past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

Lip Biter Sounds with FLOYD WEST22 #76 Show: LIP BITER SOUNDS Artist: FLOYD WEST22 Air Date: 3 September 2026 Genre: House / Tech House / Bass House / Melodic Techno / Raw Techno Lip Biter Sounds #76 Hips don't lie, they just play along — this one's built for late-night motion. #76 rolls out with Joni & Mochakk's Confidence Man flip before sliding into tech-house heat from Volkoder x Korolova, Yurie, and Rafael Cerato's razor-sharp "Cash." Mid-set brings the bass-house snap of Leandro Da Silva x Haxhia, KRATER, and R3WIRE & Glaxxs, then tips into festival-sized energy with Benny Benassi's "Illusion," Chris Lake's star-studded "Long Jacket," and Vintage Culture's closing "SELEKTA." Seventeen tracks, zero filler, all groove — press play and bite down. Tracklist: 1 Joni, Mochakk - Da Fonk (feat. Joni) (Confidence Man Remix) Nervous Records 2 Volkoder x Korolova - Waiting For You (Extended Mix) Drumcode 3 Yurie - I Go (Extended Mix) Purple Tea Records 4 Rafael Cerato - Cash (Extended Mix) Arcane Music 5 Leandro Da Silva, Haxhia - Ring My Bell (Extended Mix) Black Lizard Records 6 KRATER - Lose Control (Extended Mix) Hexagon 7 Galoski - Come Closer (Extended Mix) Side Effects 8 R3WIRE & Glaxxs - Confession (Extended Mix) 9 Plastik Funk & Toxic Joy - Like That (Extended Mix) FUNK YOU Musik 10 Corey James, Paul Green - Dimension (Extended Mix) SIZE Records 11 GREG 99, Pedroz - Music Is The Answer (Extended Mix) White Label 12 Molchan - Just Feel (Extended Mix) 13 Benny Benassi, Hypaton - Illusion (feat. Sandy Chambers) (Extended Mix) d:vision 14 OMNOM, Tommy Genesis - Pressure (Extended Mix) Insomniac Records 15 Chris Lake, Chris Lorenzo, Cake, KENNY BEATS - Long Jacket (Extended Mix) Long Jacket Music 16 Biscits - algorhythm (Extended Mix) -WRONG. 17 Vintage Culture & Kevin Brauer feat. Tuggawar - SELEKTA (Extended) Affairs Originally broadcast on Data Transmission Radio. Listen live and explore the archive: https://radio.datatransmission.co

In this episode, I break down the three forces that will keep you trapped in a miserable, unfulfilling life: having no vision for your future, refusing to confront your insecurities, and allowing fear to control your decisions.Without vision, you have no reason to develop. Without development, insecurity grows. And when you're insecure and unprepared, you become afraid to take risks, be seen, and pursue anything meaningful.It's time to build a future worth working for, confront what is weakening your confidence, and stop being afraid of the life you claim to want.⁠Watch the documentary: Change the family tree⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy 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

Send us Fan MailMost ERP demonstrations are designed to showcase the software in its best possible light, but they rarely reflect the complexities organizations encounter during real-world implementation and daily operations. Carefully scripted scenarios, polished user interfaces, and curated demo data can create a false sense of confidence, leading buyers to focus on visible features while overlooking critical considerations such as integration complexity, data quality, process fit, customization requirements, and implementation risk. In this episode, Sam Gupta and Shrestha Dash from ElevatIQ discuss the ERP demo illusion: how to spot what vendors don't show you.Video: https://www.elevatiq.com/events-and-webinars/the-erp-demo-illusion-how-to-spot-what-vendors-dont-show-you/Questions for Panelists?

For this episode, let's revisit a strategy skills classic interview with the author of The Illusion of Innovation: Escape "Efficiency" and Unleash Radical Progress, Elliott Parker. The Illusion of Innovation tackles the problem with innovation inside big companies, having activities that feel like innovation but lead to value destruction, not progress. This book explains why meaningful innovation naturally emerges from deliberate inefficiency and how large corporations can harness the power of small teams—startups—to drive radical change through systematic experimentation. Elliott Parker is the founder and CEO of High Alpha Innovation, a venture builder that partners with corporations, universities, and entrepreneurs to co-create startups that solve compelling problems. He built his career in strategy consulting at Innosight, the firm founded by Clayton Christensen, in corporate venturing, and as an entrepreneur bringing new ideas to market. To date, he has launched over 40 venture-backed startups. Originally from California, Elliott currently resides with his family in Indiana. He earned a B.S. in Finance from BYU and an M.B.A. from the UCLA Anderson School of Management. Get Elliott's new book here: https://rb.gy/hkcl2w The Illusion of Innovation: Escape "Efficiency" and Unleash Radical Progress   Claim your free gift: Free gift #1 McKinsey & BCG winning resume www.FIRMSconsulting.com/resumePDF Free gift #2 Breakthrough Decisions Guide with 25 AI Prompts www.FIRMSconsulting.com/decisions Free gift #3 Five Reasons Why People Ignore Somebody www.FIRMSconsulting.com/owntheroom Free gift #4 Access episode 1 from Build a Consulting Firm, Level 1 www.FIRMSconsulting.com/build Free gift #5 The Overall Approach used in well-managed strategy studies www.FIRMSconsulting.com/OverallApproach Free gift #6 Get a copy of Nine Leaders in Action, a book we co-authored with some of our clients: www.FIRMSconsulting.com/gift

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Yasmin und Mark wurde schon oft das Herz gebrochen. Sie lieben es zu schwärmen und haben sich auch schon mit Ansage in der Leidenschaft verbrannt. Was beide nach bitteren Erfahrungen und großem Liebeskummer verbindet: die Klarheit, sich im Zweifel für sich selbst und nicht für eine Illusion zu entscheiden. Fiebi und Lena plädieren in dieser Folge für echte Gegenseitigkeit, für kontrollierten Übermut, dafür, etwas zu wagen, aber auch im Blick zu behalten, wieviel Schmerz und Aufregung das eigene Herz verträgt. Um Themen wie Beziehungsangst, den Wunsch, sich aus einer dysfunktionalen Partnerschaft zu trennen oder um grundsätzliche Schwierigkeiten, überhaupt eine längere Beziehung eingehen zu können, geht es in anderen Folgen.

Scientists of the blue brain projects findings and my rebuttal on this.

Are you an overachieving director, VP, or senior AE burning the candle at both ends because you're forcing a cookie-cutter side business that doesn't fit your background?   In this highly strategic solo episode, host Billy Keels breaks down why choosing the wrong side venture model leads to intense overwhelm, wasted energy, and a loss of your most critical asset—your time. Drawing from his 26-year corporate career managing $100M EMEA operations for a legacy German enterprise software titan, Billy shares how he built a side asset engine generating $212,000+ per year in additional revenue. Discover how to analyze your current resources using the high-level "invest or build" framework, calculate your exact optionality number down to the decimal place, and trade the limiting fear of failure for a powerful mindset shift: What if it actually works?  

Kaycie and Alex are back to discuss the Animorphs -- along with two new friends! We are joined by Jenna, a longtime fan, and Emily, who is reading the books for the first time!  In this episode, we discuss Book 31 - The Conspiracy, Book 32 - The Separation, Book 33 - The Illusion, Book 34 - The Prophecy, and Book 35 - The Proposal.

In this episode, I break down the 32 principles that define The Standard a philosophy for building an exceptional life. These are the standards for becoming someone who can handle greater pressure, solve bigger problems, build serious wealth, protect the people they love, and walk confidently at the highest level.Watch the documentary: Change the family tree⁠⁠Buy 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

Welcome To 5 Questions with ABJ. Street Interview style content asking people what their goals are in life and how they are working to achieve them possible set backs and if they are over all happy currently in this journey. You never know who will pop up for 5 Questions.https://linktr.ee/anthonyblackwelljrOur Guest Links:https://www.instagram.com/malikdelvonte/

ONE THING This week…Remember who is really in control - Identify what gives you a false sense of security - Trust God's purposes more than your plans. Many are the plans in a person's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails. – Proverbs 19:21

Drew Worsham continues the "Illusions" Message Series – exposing the lies that say we'll never have enough, be enough, or do enough. Through the story of the prodigal son and Galatians 4, discover what it means to stop living like a slave and begin living from the security, identity, and inheritance of a child of God.

Medical freedom advocate and former forensic psychiatrist Dr. Andy Kaufman takes on Big Pharma, mind control, DARPA surveillance, and political corruption in episode 261 of the Far Out with Faust podcast.Kaufman is a medical freedom advocate and former forensic psychiatrist who trained at Duke after earning his biology degree from MIT. During his medical career, he held academic and leadership positions, served as an expert witness in state and federal courts, published research, and developed a patented medical device. After breaking publicly with the medical establishment during the COVID-19 era, Kaufman became known for challenging mainstream narratives around viruses, vaccines, genetics, psychiatry, and disease, while advocating for natural healing, personal sovereignty, and becoming your own health authority.Faust and Kaufman examine how institutional power shapes what people are taught to believe about science, medicine, politics, and even their own bodies. Their conversation moves from the incentives behind accepted medical narratives to propaganda, government deception, surveillance, and the ways fear and authority can influence human behavior. Together, they question how much of what we accept as truth is the product of evidence and how much is the result of conditioning, repetition, and trust in institutions.In this episode:• Is Genetics a Mind-Control Program?: Kaufman questions one of the most foundational beliefs in modern biology.• The Antidepressant Data Nobody Saw: What did unpublished FDA trials reveal about the drugs millions of people take?• What Are You Signing at the Hospital?: The fine print behind informed consent may be more consequential than most patients realize.• DARPA's Disturbing Question: You won't believe what Kaufman says government-linked interests wanted to do with his medical invention.• When War Becomes a Video Game: What happens when killing is reduced to pixels on a screen?• Medication or Domestication?: Kaufman challenges the explosion of psychiatric diagnoses and prescription drugs.• Why Fauci Took the Fifth: What does his testimony reveal about accountability inside the system?• Who Decides What Counts as Science?: Kaufman exposes a problem hiding inside the way medical evidence is measured.From medicine and genetics to politics, surveillance, and war, this conversation challenges the systems that shape what we believe before we ever think to question them.00:00:00 Introduction to Dr. Andrew Kaufman00:01:34 Political Accountability & The Theater of Authority00:07:25 Questioning Genetics & The "Central Dogma" Programming00:15:28 Synthetic RNA & The Flaws in Modern Cognitive Tech00:20:24 Why Dr. Kaufman Walked Away from Allopathic Medicine00:27:05 The Illusion of Informed Consent & Hospital Contracts00:37:14 The Hidden Truth About Unnecessary Surgical Procedures00:44:19 Flawed Research, Antidepressants, & The Rise of Psychiatry00:51:22 DARPA Grants, Biomonitoring, & Remote Warfare Conditioning01:00:15 Overprescribing Sedatives & Systemic Pacification01:13:04 Censored Medical Data & The Failure of Two-Party Politics01:24:52 Autodidactic Learning & Taking Your Sovereignty Back01:31:20 Psychological Observations on High-Profile Public Spectacles01:38:42 The True Medicine Cabinet & Reclaiming Health AutonomyCheck out Dr. Andy's True Medicine Cabinethttps://www.andrewkaufmanmd.com/true-medicine-cabinetConnect with Dr. Andy Kaufmanhttps://www.andrewkaufmanmd.com/https://www.youtube.com/c/AndrewKaufmanMD/videoshttps://www.instagram.com/andrewkaufmanmd/https://www.facebook.com/andrewkaufmanmd/Join us on PatreonFor uncensored episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive community access:https://patreon.com/FarOutWithFaustListen on Spotify + Apple PodcastsSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6StPwgq2di3f8uxnc6SmIfApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/far-out-with-faust-fowf/id1533017218FOWF & Faust Checho on socialhttps://www.instagram.com/faroutwithfaust/https://www.instagram.com/theonefaustchecho/https://www.facebook.com/Faroutwithfausthttps://x.com/faustchechohttps://patreon.com/FarOutWithFaustQUESTION THE ANSWERS™#Healthcare #BigPharmawe'd love to hear from you

In this episode, I break down why everything rises or falls with leadership from families and relationships to classrooms, teams, governments, and businesses. Leadership is more than giving instructions or holding authority. It is choosing the right people, understanding what drives them, setting the standard, creating momentum, solving problems, developing potential, and preparing people for what comes next. If everyone under your leadership remains confused, uninspired, unequipped, and unprepared, you cannot keep blaming them. At some point, the leader must answer for what their leadership continues to produce.Watch the documentary: Change the family tree⁠⁠Buy 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

The Supreme Person: Who is Krishna?What if the friend we have been searching for has been with us all along?An ancient Vedic analogy describes two birds sitting together in the same tree.One bird is constantly trying to enjoy the fruits of the tree—sometimes sweet, sometimes bitter. It represents each of us, moving through life searching for happiness, struggling with disappointment, and continually hoping the next experience will finally satisfy us.The other bird simply waits.This is Paramātmā—the Supreme Soul, accompanying us within the heart, patiently waiting for us to turn toward Him.In this fifth talk from The Bhagavad-gita — A Guide for Life, we move beyond the question “Who am I?” to another profound question:“Who is God—and what is my relationship with Him?”The Vedic teachings describe three features of the one Absolute Truth: Brahman, the all-pervading spiritual reality; Paramātmā, the Supreme Soul accompanying every living being; and Bhagavān, the Supreme Person—the ultimate object of love.And at the heart of these teachings is Krishna.The Bhagavad-gita presents Krishna not as a distant God disconnected from our lives, but as the source of both the material and spiritual energies—and the eternal friend of every living being.We may experience loneliness even while surrounded by people. We may continually search for someone or something that will make us feel complete.But perhaps part of that longing comes from having forgotten our deepest relationship.The spiritual journey is therefore not simply about discovering what we are.It is about discovering Whom we belong with.And remembrance of Krishna doesn't have to be confined to meditation, temples or religious rituals.Krishna says: “I am the taste of water.”Even something as simple as drinking a glass of water can become an opportunity to remember the Supreme.The eternal friend we are searching for may have been beside us all along.Chapters 00:00:00 Arjuna's surrender and the foundation of spiritual knowledge ‎ 00:01:53 Krishna consciousness as the highest form of yoga ‎ 00:04:37 The three features of the Absolute Truth: Brahman, Paramatma, and Bhagavan ‎ 00:08:43 Paramatma and the two birds in the tree analogy ‎ 00:12:58 Bhagavan, the soul's servant identity, and divine love ‎ 00:16:30 Krishna's avatar, transcendental form, and liberation ‎ 00:22:02 Free will, perception of Krishna, and divine reciprocation ‎ 00:26:38 Illusion, impersonalism, and Krishna as the basis of Brahman ‎ 00:31:46 Ishvara, Purusha, and Krishna's material and spiritual energies ‎ 00:38:09 Loneliness, eternal relationship, and Krishna as the origin of all ‎ 00:41:06 Vedic creation, material elements, and remembering Krishna in daily life ‎ 00:45:59 Devotion, surrender, chanting, and the accessibility of spiritual life ‎ 00:52:33 Invitation to questions and final encouragement‎#BhagavadGita #GuideForLife #Krishna #Paramatma #BhaktiYoga #SpiritualWisdom #SelfRealization #GodRealization #YogaWisdom

In this episode, I break down why you should never allow average people especially those who quit on themselves—to talk you out of marriage, business, education, having children, or pursuing a bigger vision for your life. I explain how moving carelessly, living with low standards, and constantly starting things without finishing them destroys your confidence and keeps you confused. You never develop clarity because you never stay committed long enough to see anything play out. I also share personal stories about going all in on football, business, marriage, and changing my environment. Life is a maze. You will hit walls, make wrong turns, and be forced to adjust but you have to go far enough to discover the right path for yourself. It's time to stop living with limitations, raise your standards, develop leadership, and build a vision that demands greatness from you.Watch the documentary: Change the family tree⁠⁠Buy 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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In our August 2026 Community Chat, and with members of the Caribbean tech community, Emmanuel Louis is the Founder and Managing Director of Novarex Technologies, who is originally from Haiti, and Jason Hynds is the Director and Chief Technology Officer of P.a.R.T.S. Inc, of Barbados, the panel discusses:    *  Can the Caribbean bridge the regional tech brain drain?    *  Is the Caribbean ready for the next digital infrastructure era?   *  Are Caribbean governments being taken for a ride when it comes to digital transformation?   The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page (www.ict-pulse.com/category/podcast/)       Enjoyed the episode?  Do rate the show and leave us a review!       Also, connect with us on: Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/ICTPulse/   Instagram –  https://www.instagram.com/ictpulse/   Twitter –  https://twitter.com/ICTPulse   LinkedIn –  https://www.linkedin.com/company/3745954/admin/   Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/qnUtj    Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support:  Mayra Bonilla Lopez   ---------------

Holy Moly! It’s a Peter Pan and/or Power Records double feature! Listen along as we riff, joke over and comment on two 1970s superhero audio dramas, only ever officially released on vinyl! (And uh, unofficially on YouTube, of course.) In “SHAZAM! THE WORLD’S MIGHTIEST MORTAL: THE MIGHTY DR. ILLUSION”, Billy Batson first shamelessly shills for, and then Captain Marvel ruthlessly battles, the supposedly “mighty” Doctor Illusion! Holy Moly, just who is this not at all familiar bald and bespectacled li’l mad doctor who both amazes and terrorizes the populace, all while sounding like a tweaking Truman Capote trapped in a porta-potty? (And how DOES he gets such incredible radio coverage from WHIZ!?) Then in “WONDER WOMAN: THE AMAZONS FROM SPACE”, Wonder Woman gets super cheesed off at the Psi-Women, an invading gang of 7-foot tall space hotties who want to conquer and subjugate the world’s men! And some of them seem very into it! Board the Robot Plane and thrill as Wondy flouts intergalactic law and puts fist to Space Amazon jaw, and all for… men’s rights!? Don’t bring Hera into this one, Diana! Direct Download: MP3

Christina Zuppke returns to Shifting Dimensions for a conversation about what it means to awaken to our multidimensional nature, and actually live from it.We explore why purpose isn't something we necessarily “find,” but something that reveals itself as we become more authentic, question inherited beliefs, and learn to trust our intuition alongside logic. Christina shares why shadow work, energetic sovereignty, community, and confronting our blind spots are essential parts of becoming what she calls the multidimensional human.We also discuss the loneliness of waking up, knowing when relationships have fallen out of alignment, spirituality without dogma, the recent return of some spiritual practitioners to traditional Christianity, and why the foundation beneath our spiritual practices may matter more than the practices themselves.Previous episode Christina featured in: https://youtu.be/gEdZyQsMGYc?si=SeLtHM7KqnuWRywtWhere to find Christina: https://www.lightbodyacademy.com/https://www.lightbodyacademy.com/free-resourcesSend us Fan MailSupport the showLove the show? Your support helps keep these conversations going. You can treat me to a coffee here:https://buymeacoffee.com/shiftingdimensionsSubscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr0p1zDPaPLmnmI3AIWhDFQFollow us: TikTok -  @shiftingdimensions444  Instagram -  @shiftingdimensions_podDisclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of Shifting Dimensions. The material and information presented here is for general information and entertainment purposes only. 

Does God promise the church a supernatural wealth transfer or economic dominion over society? In this episode, Dave Jenkins examines the Business Mountain of the Seven Mountain Mandate, including marketplace apostles, prosperity theology, Word of Faith teaching, and claims that Christians must finance the kingdom through marketplace influence. Scripture calls Christians to faithful work, wise stewardship, generosity, contentment, and trust in God's providence. The mission of the church is not marketplace conquest, but the proclamation of Christ and the making of disciples. For more from Contending for the Word, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

We started with trading cactus pads and ended with barcode price tags, but today we face the final boss of capitalism: an invisible thief called inflation. In the grand finale of our Illusion of Value trilogy, host Marcos Lopez breaks down why your paycheck is on a forced diet, how shrinkflation sells you fancy bags of air, and why the money printer is quietly robbing your 9-to-5 while you sleep. Grab your coffee, lock in, and let's figure out where your purchasing power went before the price of this episode goes up.#Economics #Inflation #Money #Shrinkflation --------------------------------------------------THE ILLUSION OF VALUE TRILOGY:Part 1: Why Money is a Shared Hallucination (OOF 121)Part 2: Why America Stopped Haggling (OOF 122)Part 3: Why Your Dollar is Vanishing (OOF 123)--------------------------------------------------CHAPTERS:(00:00) Introduction to inflation and its effects(01:51) Money supply, demand, and the paper money switch(03:57) Measuring inflation with the consumer price index(05:59) Sneaky store tricks: shrinkflation and quality cuts(06:59) How companies hide price hikes and manipulate perception(09:00) The uneven impact of inflation on different groups(09:51) Asset owners versus wage earners in inflationary times(10:57) The borrower's advantage and hyperinflation risks(11:56) Tools central banks use to control inflation(12:56) Summary and practical advice for listeners--------------------------------------------------☕ SUPPORT THE SHOW:Researching and producing these deep dives takes a frankly unhinged amount of high-grade caffeine. If you want to keep our studio mic hot and support independent, ad-free breakdowns, consider buying me a coffee:

In this episode, I break down one of the most important questions you can ask yourself: Is the world a better place because you're in it?Are you contributing, creating value, solving problems, helping your family, strengthening your community, and making the people around you better? Or are you simply consuming, complaining, and expecting the world to provide for you?Watch the documentary: Change the family tree⁠⁠Buy 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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Send us Fan MailSevered SonsAvarice and GreedEpisode 107After Blaze barely survives the terrors of the Tower of Illusion, the tortle and Spitz are surrounded by Avarice's Knights of the Black Sword. Visit our Linktree!Thanks to Wizards of the Coast, Roll20, DnD Beyond, Monument Studios, and thanks to Syrinscape! Theme Music by Ron MurphyBecause Epic Games Need Epic Sound!Episode CreditsRon Murphy – DM, @ron88keysRBDMThe Severed Sons are:Spitz - Claire Clauson, @themmeslothDonaar – Paul Gary, @thepaulgaryThe Tortle – Josh Helgeson, @joshinaround88Farren – Zach Burrell, @zachburrell10This has been a Severed Studios production. Follow us on Twitter and Bluesky at @SeveredStudios!Join our Discord! Join our Patreon!Now you can support us through Buzzsprout as well!Give us a review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Spotify,  GoodPods or on our Twitter page and we'll read it on the air.  Stay frosty! Support the show

Eric Schneck goes over all of the key storylines coming out of New Hampshire Motor Speedway in this week's edition of Stock Car Scoop.

Männerdominierte Umfelder prägen viele Karrieren, doch die Spielregeln dahinter bleiben oft unsichtbar. In dieser Folge im Female Leadership Podcast zeigt Vera Strauch, wie Machtdynamiken und informelle Netzwerke Karriereentscheidungen prägen und wie du deinen Einfluss strategisch ausbaust, ohne dich zu verbiegen.Du erfährst, warum Machtneutralität eine Illusion ist, wie du dir Verbündete aufbaust, die deinen Namen ins Spiel bringen, wenn du nicht im Raum bist, und warum der Beförderungs-Bias zwischen Männern und Frauen Karrieren bis heute bremst.

What would it feel like to feel safe enough in your own body to claim the free, joyful second half of life you actually want? Today I'm joined on the podcast by Kate Mellis discussing the midlife portal so many women hit - that moment the body sends an urgent signal that the old script of self-betrayal has finally run its course. Kate's a 2018 graduate of our Feminine Embodiment Coaching Cert  & a teacher in the program since 2019. Kate works with women reclaiming embodied consent, authentic pleasure, and the safety that was never really about the house or the job in the first place.   During today's episode we explore: The safety illusion: why the house or career isn't (real) safety when you're not say to say no, be respected, or say what you need  Why re-learning embodied consent is essential to having healthy boundaries in life & intimacy  Redefining pleasure outside the male gaze - why that pleasure can be feral, grotesque, kinky, or anything else once the "performance for others" script is dropped   Resources mentioned:  Kate Mellis - Website | Socials  Jenna Ward - Website | Instagram  Feminine Embodiment Coaching Certification - professional training  Graduate Spotlight - more stories from past graduates

The perfect time to start does not exist.Waiting for ideal conditions can quietly become the excuse that keeps you stuck forever.In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down why delaying action until your schedule, finances, or circumstances feel perfect can sabotage your entrepreneurial progress.There will always be another deadline.Another project.Another reason to wait.The entrepreneurs who move forward are not the ones with perfect conditions. They are the ones willing to take imperfect action in the middle of the chaos.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why waiting for “someday” can become a permanent excuse• How imperfect action creates momentum faster than endless preparation• Why launching before everything is perfect generates valuable market feedback• How consistent daily progress can move you closer to entrepreneurshipThe truth is simple:The perfect moment is not coming.Start with what you have.Make the call.Launch the offer.Build the first version.Take one meaningful step today instead of waiting for a cleaner tomorrow.Action creates clarity.Today is the asset you actually control.Your Network is your NETWORTH!Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQLinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.comFREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com

Associate Pastor Ron King continues our series on Mark.Mark 15 takes us to the cross, and everything looks like defeat.Jesus is mocked. Beaten. Abandoned. The people with power seem to have won. And yet, beneath all of it, something entirely different is happening.Human power is exposed for what it is: temporary. The ones who thought they were in control fade into history, while the cross they meant for humiliation becomes the place where God's power is revealed.And standing nearby are some surprising people: a foreigner carrying the cross, women who refused to leave, a Roman centurion, and even a member of the religious council. One by one, they begin to see it.This wasn't defeat.It was love — brutal, costly, overwhelming love. And once you see that love clearly, the question becomes: what will you do with it?Thank you for listening to this message from Northwest Hills Community Church in Corvallis, Oregon, on August 23, 2026, at 10:30am. You can find us online at ⁠nwhills.com⁠.Key Moments(00:00) Welcome(01:18) Message: The Cross That Looked Like Defeat(06:17) Scripture Reading: Mark 15, Jesus' Trial and Crucifixion(12:54) The Illusion of Human Power(18:59) The Shocking Injustice and Brutality of the Cross(22:47) The Surprising People Gathered at the Cross(27:41) The Astounding, Unfathomable Love of God(32:54) The Real Question: How Will You Respond?(35:24) An Invitation to Prayer and Communion

Pastor Jordan continues the "Illusions" Message Series – exposing the lie that failure can put someone beyond the reach of God's grace. Through Peter's denial and the woman caught in adultery, discover how Jesus meets failure with forgiveness, restoration, and a future that isn't defined by the past.

I break down how laziness, poor preparation, and careless execution create unnecessary problems in your money, health, relationships, career, and business. Most people aren't losing because life is against them—they're losing because they keep doing important things in a sloppy, last-minute way. Your life changes when you stop giving life easy ways to defeat you.⁠Watch the documentary: Change the family tree⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy 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

A steady paycheck can create security.It can also make you comfortable enough to stop chasing what you really want.In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down how the consistency of a bi-weekly paycheck can quietly reduce ambition—and why building your own sources of income can create greater control over your future.Comfort is not always freedom.Sometimes, it simply removes enough pressure to keep you from making a change.The goal is not to recklessly abandon stability. It is to use that stability while building something that gives you more ownership over your income.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why financial comfort can slowly weaken your ambition• How depending on one paycheck creates its own form of risk• Why building income outside your job can increase your independence• How calculated risk and self-reliance can unlock greater opportunityThe truth is simple:A guaranteed paycheck can be a powerful tool.Do not let it become a permanent limitation.Use the stability.Build after hours.Create additional revenue.Develop something that gives you more control over your financial future.The greatest risk may be becoming comfortable enough to never discover what you were capable of building.Your Network is your NETWORTH!Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQLinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you:www.CashSwipe.comFREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com

Have you ever stopped and asked yourself, what is truth? Not the surface answer, not what we've been told, but the deep, quiet question underneath. What if everything we know about reality, about who we are, is just one layer of a much bigger story? Alan Gillanders, an author and quantum consciousness teacher who has spent over four decades studying spiritual traditions and quantum theory, joins host Sreemedha to talk about truth beyond dogma, why he sees all of us as co-creators of reality, and what happens when we sit in stillness long enough to actually listen. About the Guest: Alan Gillanders is a quantum consciousness teacher, artist, and author who bridges science, spirituality, and lived experience. Drawing on decades of studying ancient spiritual traditions and quantum theory, he is the author of the forthcoming book The Sacred Hum of I AM, exploring consciousness, manifestation, and the unseen aspects of reality. Key Takeaways: Alan describes the truths that matter most, why we're here, what we are, where we're going, as the ones institutions and upbringing rarely address directly. Everyone's understanding of truth looks a little different, and that diversity of perspective is something to allow rather than correct. Turning off the noise, social media, distractions, and sitting in quiet stillness is how Alan describes tuning into deeper guidance. What we focus on and believe, according to Alan, shapes the reality that follows, small and large. When someone else's frustration is directed at you, Alan suggests it usually has more to do with what they're carrying than anything about you. Connect With the Guest: Website: https://www.alangillanders.com Book: The Sacred Hum of I AM (forthcoming, expected via Amazon, Audible, and select bookshops) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gillandersalan/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/alan.ison.blue Episode Chapters: [00:00] What Is Truth? — the real question behind this episode [01:37] Exploring Consciousness and Deeper Reality Through a Lens of Truth [07:02] Consciousness as a Receiver: What Happens When the Body Stops [09:31] The Illusion of the Physical World and Our Shared Connection [12:23] Manifestation: What It Actually Looks Like in Practice [15:24] Finding Peace When Stuck in Fear or Doubt [18:20] Living Life Fully as a Human Experience (approx.)   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This episode is produced for educational and informational purposes only. All views expressed by the guest are their personal opinions alone and do not represent the views of the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify, endorse, or assume responsibility for any guest statements. Nothing in this episode constitutes medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualified professional before making any decisions. Listeners are encouraged to engage critically and independently with all content do not consume blindly. Use this content as a starting point for your own reflection and research, not as a substitute for professional guidance. Third-party content is referenced under fair use for informational purposes only. Guest speakers are solely responsible for their own statements. If you have concerns about any content, please contact us here By listening, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer in full. Read detailed disclaimer here. Healthy Mind By Avik™️is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6500+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

In this episode, I break down 10 truths you must understand if you want to thrive in life. I cover the importance of making better decisions, controlling your emotions, choosing the right people, developing real value, and becoming disciplined enough to build the life you want. These are principles that will challenge how you think, expose what may be holding you back, and show you what it truly takes to grow.Watch the documentary: Change the family tree⁠⁠Buy 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 having less could actually give you more—more time, more energy, more creativity, and more freedom?In this episode of Badass Basic Bitch, Brianna sits down with Courtney Carver, founder of Be More with Less and creator of the Project 333 Challenge, to talk about simplifying your life, letting go of what's weighing you down, and redefining what “enough” really looks like.Courtney's journey toward simplicity began after a life-changing health diagnosis forced her to take a closer look at the stress in her life. What started with addressing debt, clutter, and an overwhelming career eventually became a completely different way of living—and a movement that has inspired people around the world to rethink their relationship with their stuff.Courtney breaks down her famous Project 333 Challenge: dressing with just 33 items or less for three months. But as Brianna and Courtney explore, this conversation is about much more than cleaning out your closet.They dive into the emotional reasons we hold onto things, how shopping can become a way of coping with discomfort, the influence of social media and algorithms on consumerism, and the surprising mental freedom that comes from having fewer decisions to make every day.From designer handbags and kids' clutter to online shopping and decision fatigue, this episode will have you looking around your house—and maybe opening your closet—the second it's over.In This Episode, We Discuss:How Courtney's journey toward simplicity beganWhy reducing stress became the catalyst for changing her lifeThe creation of Be More with Less and Project 333How the Project 333 Challenge worksWhat is—and isn't—included in your 33 itemsWhy Project 333 isn't about deprivation or sufferingHow having less helps redefine what “enough” actually meansThe emotional attachment we develop to clothes, handbags, and possessionsA simple trick for letting go of items you're emotionally attached toBrianna's experience letting go of designer bags and simplifying her wardrobeHow shopping can become a coping mechanism when other parts of life feel outside our controlWhy clutter isn't always made up of things we dislikeThe challenge of managing clutter when you have kidsHow fewer choices can benefit children, tooReducing decision fatigue through a simplified wardrobeWhy fewer possessions can create more room for creativityManaging your energy instead of constantly trying to manage your timeUsing services like Rent the Runway without falling back into overconsumptionHow Instagram, TikTok, algorithms, and online shopping influence what we think we needWhy Courtney intentionally reduced her own social media consumptionThe surprising realization that most people aren't paying attention to what you wearHow simplifying one area of your life can inspire changes everywhere elseMemorable Quote“One of the biggest benefits is realizing that nobody notices what you're doing.” — Courtney CarverKey TakeawaysSimplicity Isn't About DeprivationProject 333 isn't designed to make you suffer through three months with nothing to wear. The challenge is an experiment in discovering how much you actually need.By choosing 33 items—including clothing, jewelry, shoes, and accessories—and living with them for three months, you get the opportunity to step away from the constant cycle of wanting more and discover what you genuinely enjoy wearing.Sometimes You Need Space Before You Can Let GoGetting rid of something can feel surprisingly emotional, especially when the item represents a memory, identity, accomplishment, or version of yourself.Courtney suggests removing items from sight before deciding whether to permanently let them go. Creating distance can weaken the emotional connection and help you recognize whether you actually miss the item—or simply felt uncomfortable getting rid of it.Clutter Costs More Than MoneyEverything we own requires something from us. We have to organize it, clean it, maintain it, store it, think about it, or decide what to do with it.Reducing what you own isn't simply about having a cleaner closet. It can reduce decision fatigue and free up mental energy for creativity, relationships, work, problem-solving, and the things that matter more.Shopping Can Give Us the Illusion of ControlWhen something painful or stressful is happening outside of our control, focusing on something we can control—like what we buy—can feel comforting.But that temporary relief can eventually create another source of stress through clutter, spending, and the constant pressure to acquire more. Recognizing why you're reaching for something can be just as important as deciding whether to buy it.Social Media Is Constantly Telling Us We Need MoreInstagram, TikTok, online shopping, and personalized algorithms have created an environment where we're constantly being introduced to the next thing we're supposed to want.Courtney shares why she's intentionally reduced her own time on certain platforms and why becoming more conscious about what we're consuming digitally can help change what we consume physically.Fewer Decisions Can Create More CreativityWhen you remove dozens of unnecessary decisions from your day, that energy doesn't disappear—it becomes available for something else.Courtney has found that simplifying areas like her wardrobe gives her more capacity for writing, business, problem-solving, and creativity. Sometimes creating more space in your life literally begins by removing things from it.Nobody Is Paying as Much Attention as You ThinkOne of the unexpected lessons from Project 333 is discovering how little other people notice what you're wearing.The fear that someone will notice you repeating an outfit or wearing fewer things is often much bigger in our minds than it is in reality. Letting go of that perceived judgment can create freedom far beyond your closet.Ready to Try Project 333?For three months, dress with 33 items or less, including:ClothingJewelryAccessoriesShoesItems such as underwear, sleepwear, workout clothing used specifically for exercise, and special-occasion pieces aren't included in the 33.The goal isn't to find the perfect 33 pieces. It's to experiment with less and pay attention to what changes—your mornings, your decisions, your spending, your energy, and potentially much more.Connect with Courtney CarverCourtney Carver is the founder of Be More with Less and creator of the Project 333 Challenge. Through her books, writing, courses, and The Simplicity Space Community, Courtney helps people live with less and let go of what's weighing them down.

On the latest episode of Tin Foil Hat, we sit down with special guest Tony Arterburn for a deep dive into how much of our culture is fake and manufactured, the illusion of choice we're given by the system, and the growing desperation of the elites as more people begin to see through it all. Tony breaks down why the answer isn't getting consumed by the chaos, but instead focusing on what you can actually control by thinking local, building real community, and strengthening the world around you. Please subscribe to the new Tin Foil Hat youtube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@TinFoilHatYoutube   Grab your copy of the 2nd issue of the Chaos Twins now and join the Army Of Chaos: https://bit.ly/415fDfY   Check out Sam "DoomScrollin with Sam Tripoli and Midnight Mike" Every Tuesday At 4pm pst on Youtube, X Twitter, Rumble and Rokfin! Join the WolfPack at Wise Wolf Gold and Silver and start hedging your financial position by investing in precious metals now! Go to https://www.samtripoli.gold/ and use the promo code "TinFoil" and we thank Tony for supporting our show.   Grab Tickets To Sam Tripoli's Live Shows At SamTripoli.com: Nashvillie: Word War Debate 9/12 Lawerence, KS: 9/17-9/19 Tulsa, OK: 10/9-10/10 Dallsa, Tx: Nov 7th (TrutherCon) Austin, TX: Dec 11th-13th   Please check out Word War Debate and the WordWarDebate Contenders Series: https://wordwardebate.com Please check out Tony Arterburn's internet: Website: https://www.arterburn.news Website: https://www.wolfpack.gold/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TonyArterburn Rokfin: https://www.rokfin.com/americaunplugged Podcast: The Artburn Radio Transmission https://bit.ly/3U3Hwkw Podcast: Wise Wolf Gold And Crypto Show: https://bit.ly/3xqlOyg         Please check out Sam Tripoli's internet: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/samtripoli Sam Tripoli's Stand Up Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@SamTripoliComedy Sam Tripoli's Comedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samtripolicomedy/%20P Sam Tripoli's Podcast Clip Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samtripolispodcastclips/   Please support our sponsors:   HIMS: No man wants to lose his hair, but for men, it's actually very common. And now with Hims, the solution is simple. Try Hims' hair loss solutions and you'll be joining hundreds of thousands of subscribers who got their flow back.  Start your free online visit today at Hims dot com slash TINFOILHAT.  That's hims.com/TINFOILHAT for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Quo: Quo is the #1-rated business phone system on G2 with over 3,000 reviews, built for how modern teams work. That's why more than 90,000 businesses – from solo operators to growing teams – rely on Quo to stay connected, professional, and consistently reachable.  Make this the time where no opportunity – and no customer – slips away. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to Quo dot com slash TINFOIL. That's Q-U-O dot com slash TINFOIL. Quo - no missed calls, no missed customers. Home Chef: Home Chef delivers fresh ingredients and chef-designed recipes, conveniently to your doorstep to simplify your cooking experience.  Users of leading meal kits have rated Home Chef #1 in quality, convenience, value, taste, AND recipe ease. For a limited time, Home Chef is offering my listeners FIFTY PERCENT OFF and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life! Go to Home Chef dot com slash TINFOIL.