Podcasts about implied

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 12:27

This week Will and Ben look at the growing competition in South American soybean production and emerging export opportunities.Market recap (changes on week as of Friday's close): » May 2025 corn up $.06 at $4.64» December 2025 corn flat at $4.51» May 2025 soybeans down $.07 at $10.09» November 2025 soybeans down $.11 at $10.07» May soybean oil up 0.42 cents at 42.01 cents/lb» May soybean meal down $5.60 at $300.30/short ton» May wheat up $.01 at $5.58» July 2025 wheat up $.01 at $5.74» May 2025 cotton down 2.1 cents at 65.27 cents/lb» December 2025 cotton down 1.32 cents at 68.66 cents/lb» May WTI Crude Oil up $1.41 at $68.37/barrelWeekly highlights:US housing starts at 1.50 million exceeded expectations of 1.38 million and the 1.35 million in January.The Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates unchanged this week at a range of 4.25% to 4.5%, citing increased economic uncertainty and lowering its growth forecast for the year.US crude oil stocks were up 73.3 million gallons, while gasoline and distillate stocks were down 22.1 and 118.1 million gallons. Implied gasoline demand was down 4% week over week, but still up 1% from the prior four-week average.US ethanol production increased to an impressive 325 million gallons- up from 312 million gallons last week and 308 million gallons this time last year. Ethanol stocks were down 33.6 million gallons week over week but still 7% higher than the five-year average.Weekly grain and oilseed export sales were mixed- corn sales were again strong at 58.9 million bushels. However, soybean export sales of 13.0 million bushels fell below all expectations Wheat sales were especially disappointing at net cancelations of -9.1 million bushels- 20 million bushels below the most bearish estimate.Open interest in futures and options of grains and oilseeds was up 1.3% week over week. Producer and merchants decreased their net short 8,793 futures and options contracts. Money managers increased their net short 43,637 contracts to -205,435 contracts.Weekly grain and oilseed export inspections were neutral to bullish on the week. Corn and soybean shipments of 57.6 and 30.2 million bushels, respectively were toward the top end of expectations, while wheat shipments of 17.8 million bushels topped all pre-report expectations. There were no grain sorghum inspections.Topics:» Market recap» Black Sea wheat outlook» Chinese soybean demand» South American soybean production» Corn export opportunity in Japan» Reports to watchConnect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrownfieldAgNews» Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsAbout Brownfield Ag News:Brownfield Ag News is your trusted source for reliable agriculture news, market trends, weather updates, and expert interviews. Get comprehensive coverage and stay ahead in the ever-evolving agriculture industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Escape the nine to five: how to design your career

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 13:31

HAPPY FRIDAY: Wave goodbye to sticks & carrots. There's a better alternative for your career.

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 22:01 Transcription Available

If you're a millennial, chances are you've got boomer parents. Parenting with reward and punishment. Sticks and carrots. Extrinsic motivation. And this might lead to a career choice based on reward and punishment. A well paying "prestigious" job. Implied negative consequences if you didn't go to college. Safe professions. And the result? A draining job where work is exhausting. Days drag on forever. And by Friday, you're counting the minutes till the weekend. What if you could achieve the opposite? An energising job, where you look forward to going to work, and don't care if you're working on Friday night, let alone the weekend. In this happiness episode, you're going to find out how.-If you're enjoying this podcast, don't forget to follow us on your favourite app.-Join the Escape the nine to five MOVEMENT: https://www.facebook.com/groups/etntf -To contact Steve directly, visit: https://www.nextstepcareers.nz/ Or email: steve@nextstepcareers.nz Or check out his socials: https://www.instagram.com/steveoehley/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-oehley/ -Topics:Escape the 9 to 5 Escape the 9-5 Career Coach Career Advice Career Guidance Career Transition Career Change Next Step Careers LimitedAuckland Wellington Christchurch New Zealand

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Unlocking the Equity Risk Premium with Dividend Futures

The Derivative

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 59:24

In this episode, Jeff Malec sits down with Rick Silva, the co-founder of Metaurus Advisors, a boutique asset manager. Rick walks us through Metaurus Advisors' innovative approach to understanding and trading the equity risk premium using dividend futures markets.Rick Silva provides insights into the firm's background in derivative markets and their goal of bringing fixed income securitization techniques to the equity space. He explains the concept of parallel tranche securitization applied to the S&P 500 using dividend futures, which offers visibility into how the market prices equity cash flows and the equity risk premium.Rick and Jeff discuss the strategies Metaurus has developed to harvest risk premiums in the front-end of the dividend curve across different markets, as well as the introduction of new futures contracts based on sequential tranche securitization of a 100-stock index. The episode also addresses the challenges and opportunities in the dividend futures market, including differences across regions, and for a little fun, we fall down a political rabbit hole - SEND IT!Chapters:00:00-01:02=Intro01:03-09:57= Bringing Fixed Income Securitization Techniques to the Equity Markets09:58-21:53= Harvesting Equity Risk Premiums through Dividend Futures Strategies21:54-35:36=Introducing Sequential Tranche Securitization in Equity Futures Contracts35:37-44:06=Dividend Futures Markets Across Regions and Regulatory Challenges44:07-54:07=Implied growth rate & data analysis54:08-59:22=Rabbit Holes: Political Impacts Metaurus Advisors Don't forget to subscribe to⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Derivative⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, follow us on Twitter at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@rcmAlts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and our host Jeff at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AttainCap2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign-up for our blog digest⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Disclaimer: This podcast is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as legal, business, or tax advice. All opinions expressed by podcast participants are solely their own opinions and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of RCM Alternatives, their affiliates, or companies featured. Due to industry regulations, participants on this podcast are instructed not to make specific trade recommendations, nor reference past or potential profits. And listeners are reminded that managed futures, commodity trading, and other alternative investments are complex and carry a risk of substantial losses. As such, they are not suitable for all investors. For more information, visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rcmalternatives.com/disclaimer⁠

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Just a Couple of Sticks

NPPBC Audio Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025

Main Topics Discussed: - The story of Elijah and the widow of Zarephath (1 Kings 17:8-16). - The miracle of the never-ending meal and oil. - The significance of "two sticks" in the biblical story. - The parallel between the widow's two sticks and the two sticks of the cross of Jesus Christ. - The power of faith and salvation through Jesus Christ. Key Insights & Recommendations: - The widow's faith in providing for Elijah led to God's provision for her household. - Preacher Tommy draws a parallel between the two sticks used by the widow and the two sticks of the cross, emphasizing that salvation was accomplished through Jesus' sacrifice. - The power of faith and belief in Jesus Christ is central to salvation. - Encouragement to focus on personal salvation rather than religious formalities. - The importance of recognizing and accepting the work done on the cross for redemption. Action Items & Responsibilities: - Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their faith and belief in Jesus Christ. - Invitation for those who have not accepted Christ to repent and believe in His sacrifice. - Call to action for individuals to prioritize their salvation and relationship with God. Open Questions: - How long did the widow continue making bread with the two sticks? (Implied but not explicitly answered.) - How does one ensure they have truly accepted and believed in the work done on the cross? Additional Notes: - The sermon emphasizes simplicity in understanding the gospel message. - Preacher Tommy uses storytelling and analogy to make biblical principles relatable. - The message concludes with an invitation for individuals to accept Christ and be saved.

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GeoVolitics, Implied Correlation and Option Pricing

Alpha Exchange

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 15:09

My process is about seeking out some alpha through analyzing a broad spectrum of prices, specifically the one's that imply some probability. I will repeat that it is the options market, not the stock market that is the best economist in the world. Option contracts carry the dimensions of time – the expiration – and distance – the strike price and the resulting prices help us gauge two important questions for investors, “when and by how much?”.So, in no particular order, a few things on my mind that I invite you to consider alongside me. First, I explore the overlap between geopolitics and market volatility – “GeoVolitics”. If there was an index of geopolitical risk, it's on the upswing to be sure. At some point, this uncertainty may become so profoundly difficult to price that market participants throw their hands up and assign substantial levels of risk premia, a higher price for insuring against loss across the major asset classes. I then consider the price of gold and finish with some thoughts on the tight levels of credit spreads and low level of credit implied volatility. I hope you enjoy and find this useful. Be well.

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His Majesty the King v. Wayne Lester Singer (41090)

Supreme Court of Canada Hearings (English Audio)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 168:41

On March 20, 2019, at approximately 11:00 p.m., police officers received a tip that Mr. Singer was driving a truck and the caller believed that he was intoxicated. More than an hour later, an officer observed a vehicle matching the vehicle description given by the caller. The truck was parked on a residential driveway. Its lights were on and its ignition was running. Officers could not see anyone in the vehicle from the road. They entered the driveway and approached the vehicle. They observed a single occupant sleeping in the driver's seat. They knocked on the driver's window and got no response. They opened the front doors and immediately smelled a strong odour of alcohol. The officers reached into the vehicle and shook Mr. Singer awake. Mr. Singer had red, bloodshot eyes and there was a strong odour of alcohol coming from his breath. Cst. Lapointe detained Mr. Singer and administered a roadside breath sample. Mr. Singer failed the roadside breath test. He was arrested for care or control of a motor vehicle with an excessive blood alcohol level. At a police station, he declined to provide a breath sample. Mr. Singer was charged with failing or refusing to comply with a demand for a breath sample made by a peace officer. At trial, Mr. Singer argued that his s. 8 Charter rights were breached and the evidence should be excluded. The trial judge dismissed the Charter application and convicted Mr. Singer of failing or refusing to comply with a demand to provide a breath sample. The Court of Appeal held that the police officers' conduct constituted a search in breach of s. 8 of the Charter. The Court of Appeal allowed an appeal, excluded the evidence and entered an acquittal. Argued Date 2025-02-18 Keywords Charter of Rights and Freedoms — Search and seizure — Criminal law — Exclusion of evidence — Implied license to knock — Does the driver of a vehicle parked in the driveway of a dwelling house have a privacy interest protected by s. 8 of the Charter such that police officers responding to a complaint of impaired driving are prohibited from approaching the vehicle, communicating with the driver and observing signs of impairment — If the police conducted a search within the meaning of s. 8 of the Charter, was that search unreasonable — If the police conducted an unreasonable search, should the evidence obtained from the search be excluded? Notes (Saskatchewan) (Criminal) (By Leave) Language English Audio Disclaimers This podcast is created as a public service to promote public access and awareness of the workings of Canada's highest court. It is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Court. The original version of this hearing may be found on the Supreme Court of Canada's website. The above case summary was prepared by the Office of the Registrar of the Supreme Court of Canada (Law Branch).

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That Film Stew Ep 553 - The Segways Are Implied (Film & TV News)

That Film Stew Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 62:44

In this episode, we dive into the latest buzz in the world of film and TV! The Bond franchise has been shaken (not stirred) in a massive change to creative control, Ben Affleck is back for a second go as The Accountant, Warner Bros. Animation and DC Studios have announced a trio of new shows, and is John Lithgow playing Professor Dumbledore? Tune in for all the hot takes and updates!

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Implied Warranties and Exclusions

Business Law 101

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 1:11

There are a few other ways for a seller to get out of an implied warranty. I get into them this week on Business Law 101! Thanks for joining me for this episode! I'm a Houston- based attorney, run an HR Consulting company called Claremont Management Group, and am a tenured professor at the University of St. Thomas. I've also written several non-fiction political commentary books: Bad Deal for America (2022) explores the Vegas-style corruption running rampant in Washington DC, while The Decline of America: 100 Years of Leadership Failures (2018) analyzes – and grades – the leadership qualities of the past 100 years of U.S. presidents. You can find my books on Amazon, and me on social media (Twitter @DSchein1, LinkedIn @DavidSchein, and Facebook, Instagram, & YouTube @AuthorDavidSchein). I'd love to hear from you! As always, the opinions expressed in this podcast are mine and my guests' and not the opinions of my university, my company, or the businesses with which I am connected. Photo credits: - MAD_Production

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Cáel Leads the Amazon Empire, Book 2: Part 5

ExplicitNovels

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025

The sparks before the ignition of war.By FinalStand. Listen to the Podcast at Explicit Novels.Time is not your enemy any more than breathing and your heartbeat are inconvenient."Aya, Why don't you go help Saku," I rechanneled Aya's boundless energy. "Back in the day, every noble was attended to by squires who took care of their gear and served that noble as body servants. In turn, she taught them the art of war." Sakuniyas shot me a nasty look.Aya poked her head between Pamela and Miyako."That sounds like fun," she met Saku's glacial chill with a warm spring breeze."I don't want their help," she grumbled."It sounds like free labor," Pamela smirked."I said I don't want their help," Saku snarled."Okay," I rolled my eyes. "Aya, Fatal Squirts, attention!" They all looked at me. "I command you, as your Celestial Potentate Poohbah, to stare at Sakuniyas until she gives you a task of a personal, to her, nature to do. Get at it."Four sets of precocious, will-eroding cuteness assaulted the Assyrian Queen, victor of a hundred battles and skirmishes."You are despicable," was Saku's chosen acidic barb."I second that motion," Pamela patted me on the back. "I keep finding myself being prouder and prouder of you, every day. Stop it," she teased me.None of those words dampened my mood, or my plan."How much longer is this flight going to take?" Saku groused."Four hours," I lied. It was way closer to two.To my way of thinking, it wasn't like she could get much angrier with me after she discovered my ruse. (I was wrong. She could and did. I'm an idiot.) Saku shook her head, and the task-mastering began. An hour and forty-five minutes later, the pilot alerted us that we were ten minutes from our final approach. Bits and pieces of her armor were all over the front seats and the floor of the exit-way space.Diligent little fingers were still polishing and checking straps for signs of excessive wear or fabric fatigue. Their 'noble' hovered over them, pointing out the right way to do things and what they were doing wrong. Her congratulating them for doing a good job was rather non-Amazon of her, but the kids ate it up.With the ten minute warning still hanging in the air, my duplicity inspired Saku to finally flip out. I was pretty sure she didn't think through what she was doing. She simply drew her 22cm/9in blade and threw it at my face. Miyako caught it between her hands, an effortless clap, fuck."Four hours!" Saku howled at me. "You said we had four hours, I could have held them off for two!""Why do you think I lied to you?" I kept my amusement out of my tone because I was rather attached to the idea of my wagging tongue not being cut out of my mouth.It wasn't lost on us that every member of my SD team was alert and had blades drawn (firefights on planes in mid-flight is severely frowned upon) and were staring at her. I wanted to tell Rachel to 'stand down', except that would be unfair. I wasn't 100% sure Saku was done being furious with me.Telling Rachel to set aside her instincts was something I tried to keep a minimum, only to be used when it I was forced to take in the bigger picture."What is going on here?" Rachel asked with professional calm. So, I told her the truth, the real truth."Oh," Rachel grunted. She gave a motion for her team to rest easy then came my way."Knife," she held out a hand to Miyako who instantly gave it over, pommel first. Rachel deftly flipped it over so she was holding the razor sharp blade then smacked me on the top of my head, hard."Ow, " I whined. "That hurt.""It was supposed to," Rachel glared. She walked down the aisle to Saku, returning her blade."Did you just smack him in the head?" Saku was trying to make sense of what she'd seen."Yes," Rachel nodded."He screwed up and I impressed upon him to not do it again. As you might guess, this is a fairly regular occurrence with him. We all take wicked-fine pleasure in that part of his education.""But you are his bodyguards, is he really the Head of House Ishara, or was that a lie as well?" Saku was still confused by her prideful arrogance and how I was misplacing my own."Sakuniyas, Cáel was not raised in our culture. He has only been a member of the Host for a few weeks. This is not to belittle his impressive education," Pamela intervened. "Both he, and those of the House who know him, agree that the occasional physical chastisement works better than words alone.""You could reward me with sex," I muttered. "Positive reinforcement, ""Forty-six days, Bitch," Rachel growled."You are ferocious in battle, fearless and clever," Saku turned back to me. "Why do you put up with this constant degradation?""Degradation? I'm not insulted by what Rachel did or said," I retorted. "She is trying to teach me things I need to know if I'm going to survive. I respect her superior knowledge in her professional capacity," I continued. "I don't get upset when people tease, taunt, or challenge Cáel 'Wakko' Ishara, that's me, if you are confused.I save my indignation for those who scorn Dot Ishara, Yakko Ishara and all members of House Ishara, past and present. Quite frankly, being disrespectful to me is actually rather difficult because I only care about the sensibilities of a handful of people.""How can any warriors follow a leader into battle if that person has no pride and never shies away from shame?And besides, what is this Wakko/Dot/Yakko nonsense," Saku persisted. "Fatal Squirts, start assembling my armor." Her attention was split between me and her panoply."Hello," I snickered. "I'm a male Amazon. The fact that I haven't run for my life way before now is all the heroic background check anyone should require.Doubting my common sense actually makes sense. Doubting my courage, or loyalty is idiotic in too many ways to count. As for revealing the hallowed and revered enigmatic occult appellations of my House, " I started."Get him!" Tiger Lily showed some faux-outrage."Shit!" I cried out as Delilah, Tiger Lily and the rest of the SD swarmed me. Pamela and Miyako were of no help whatsoever. I could not express my joy more at the resulting physical abuse and humiliation aimed my way. I was tickled. Yes, my Kick-Ass, full-blood, natural born killers pinned me down and tickled me until I nearly peed on myself.In a very short period of time, we'd shared some really nerve-racking moments. Dad dying, my showdown with Hayden, being mugged by Carrig and the rest of the crap that rained down blow after blow once I came out of my coma. They had taken me numerous times to the hospital and had to sit back helplessly while I suffered. Yet, I refused to be repressed by circumstance.I fought for our people, OUR people now, both with the Earth and Sky in shared counsel and the Seven Pillars on the battlefield. Rachel hadn't given me word-one of a reprimand for leaving Charlotte to raise the alarm while I rushed into danger. I was an Amazon in her eyes. Charlotte could fix the phone. Miyako and I could not. The bridge had to be secured immediately.We couldn't wait on Charlotte. I didn't even act as if what I did was all that brave. Rachel knew me far better now; she wouldn't make that mistake. Had I been able to fix the phone, I would have stayed and sent Charlotte. Had the whole team been there and Rachel told me to stay, I would have stayed while they ran into the fight.No. The situation hadn't allowed that, so I had killed a number of men and been wounded. The backside of my right thigh had merely been grazed (which my normally mangled left side found to be grossly unfair.) That was another scar to add to my 'sexy'. I had fought in my own insane manner and was alive solely because Saku had decided to shoot another man instead of me.Even after I knew who she was, I had allied with her and charged the rear of the enemy troop convoy. In the after-battle analysis, they weren't sure how many Seven Pillar Special Forces I had killed, both in the gulch and when I annihilated the back section of the attack column, and took my impromptu flying lesson.Credit for destroying the bridge jacks, thus making the BBQ a carnal cookout featuring Chinese 'Long-Pig', was still hanging out there as well. Rachel and company were still pissed with me despite all that. Why? On a purely personal level, they realized they would miss me if I got myself killed. They were not supposed to feel that way about their protectee.I certainly wasn't their first protective detail, though they were starting to believe I'd be their last. No, I had done everything right, by going into harm's way, and they were furious with the universe for placing us in that situation. Since the universe wasn't offering itself up to be punished, it fell on me to soak up their pique.Delilah was simply picking on me because she could get away with it this time."You are all embarrassments," Saku remarked bitterly once my screams began breathless pleas for mercy. "The Host has fallen a great way since my day." What a killjoy. I finally got my breath back."And the Queen on the floor of the Royal chambers, pushing around toy chariots with her two eldest sons and a child-playmate, was the height of decorum."Well, if looks could kill, I would have never made my nineteenth birthday, so Saku's glare was just another walk in the park."That was a personal moment with my family. It was a very private moment," she sizzled."My Mother's line is, it is what it is. My Father was murdered. My Father's sister and I were never close. These people are my family and my choice of kin.""English," Pamela chided us."Having no family to call your own, you welcome so many that 'family' has no meaning," Saku angrily mocked my words.There was a hushed moment then everyone but the three other Squirts and Saku started laughing. The three kids didn't know me either."By what metric do you measure family by?" I snickered."On his third day on the job, Fehér mén (Aya's pet name for me, White Stallion in the Magyar tongue, it is complicated) threw his body over my sisters and me to protect us," Aya said."He spared my foster-sister when she gravely insulted him," Mona volunteered. "He didn't know me. The Amazon, Constanza, would have died by anyone else's hand, except his. You may look down your nose at his mercy. As you do so, consider that it is his mercy that allows you to feel that way about him, and us right now." Whoa,"I have never seen him fight out of pride, or take joy in any combat," Rachel stared down Saku. "My only fear is that Cáel will get himself killed saving my life, or the life of any member of my team. He knows it is wrong. He knows I will be absolutely furious with him, and he accepts that. He is like no other Amazon I have ever known.We have limits. We follow orders. At our best, we put the welfare of the Host over our own survival. Not Ishara, Wakko Ishara. He follows the dictates of his house and those are to seek mercy and peace where appropriate. He is like no Amazon I have ever known, and I have zero doubt that he is one of the best Amazons I will ever know," she finished with a chuckle."I'm speaking my mind, aren't I?" she asked me."Afraid so, sorry about that," I apologized for corrupting her social skills."Saku, your mistake is that you confuse his caring about you and caring about your opinion of him," Pamela finished things up."Sakuniyas, I will work to honor my pledge to you. I will try to keep you alive because you can be a powerful ally of the Host, but also because it is the right thing to do," I enlightened her. "That doesn't make you all that special though. Personally I think you are a horrible, bitter bitch and lousy company for any non-masochist.I'm going to help you in the same way I'm going to help everyone else here. This is despite me feeling confident that not a single Amazon on this planet has a living father. They've never had brothers because their mothers murdered them. Your crappy attitude doesn't influence me one way, or the other. You are a horrible fucking person born to a horrible fucking race, my race, the Amazon Host.""You kill your fathers and sons," Delilah mumbled as she looked from face to face, finding not a single bit of denial, or shame. "I thought that was so much Greek bull's buttocks.""Nope," Aya shrugged. "Before I left for camp, Momma told me they put Daddy, my other Daddy, down when I was two." Kind of like Old Yeller, or Benji. "His name was Paul Twelve."Delilah looked at me with downright worrisome eyes."Yeah, I figured that out on day two on-the- job," I relayed to her. "For the past 2500 years, every male child of the Host has been tossed off a cliff to his death, or left out in the wilds for predators to devour. Every male they have kidnapped has been under a death sentence from the moment of capture.They tried to genetically breed their captive male population with Amazon females, but something went wrong. The males began passing on genetic defects that poisoned the race. In response, they have begun recruiting men, such as myself, and exterminating their old male breeding populace.Initially, I didn't run because I was sure they would hunt me down and kill me. Later, later I came to like enough of the Host to decide that knowing what was going on meant I couldn't let it slide. I couldn't leave this issue for someone else to tackle. I know I'm facing long odds, yet I'll never succeed if I don't try," I wrapped up my little my 'Cáel's Amazon Primer' lecture."Okay, okay, Cáel you are blood nuts, and hellishly brave. The rest of you are just hellish, killing your own kin as infants or if they get too old," Delilah sputtered. "That's plain wrong.""I had sons," Saku stated. "They grew into fine, strong warriors. My daughters married into the nobility.""Delilah, we don't expect you to understand our culture. Twice in our people's history, men have tried to eliminate our society, stealing our homes and property, and enslaving our children and sisters. We let down our guard once, and that nearly destroyed us, except we now have Cáel and a better understanding of what happened that second time," Tiger Lily educated Delilah."It turned out that not all males betrayed us. No, when we needed them the most, they sacrificed themselves for the welfare of our people and we repaid that loyalty with anger and barbarism. That is a burden we have carried all these centuries without understanding it. Only within the past month has the real truth about the Second Betrayal become known.Many of us are now re-evaluating the dictates of our faith concerning men and sons. After all, Cael is the descendent of Amazons of a First House, dating back to the Trojan Wars. He has been welcomed by his ancestors and his goddess, Dot Ishara," she completed."What is it with the Dot, Wakko and, ""Everyone buckle up," the pilot announced over the intercom. "We are on our final approach." Saku and the Squirts had her armor in some kind of order, we buckled up and let the plane coast on down to earth."Delilah and Cáel, since our 'vacation' was cut short, we haven't been able to bring your personal effects back from Africa yet," Rachel told us."Also, there will be four of Javiera's people meeting us in the hangar," she added. "We have been told to view them as non-hostiles.""Oh joy," Pamela muttered then, "There is nothing to worry about folks.""What? Me worry?" I goofy grinned her way.(Governments, horrendous enemies and ruthlessly evil friends)Four SUVs waited for us in the wide-open hangar. No sooner had the pilot given us the 'green light', than Rachel released the door/stairs mechanism and Charlotte began her decent. We had the camp FN P-90's, not the older Havenstone UMP 40's, so that was the weapon whose sights she was looking down as her eyes scanned the room. Five people. Four SUVs.Rachel went next with me right behind her. My SD's precautions turned our guests from a rather annoyed-casual to alert-angry. Standing with our two standard Mercedes GL550's was Wiesława of House Živa. A sole guardian indicated to me that an ass-kicking was in the offing elsewhere. The Golden Mare, Saint Marie was gathering the Havenstone Security Detail for some purpose, which meant she could only spare one more warrior for me.I was fine with that. Not only did I feel bad about denying her the four ladies I had, I knew we were going into this global conflict outnumbered and out-financed. The Seven Pillars had gotten at least one blow in by striking at the Amazon summer camp. I had every reason to believe other unexpected attacks had occurred all across the globe.In the closest black Tahoe SUV (didn't anyone use sedans anymore?) were two men in modestly tailored, off-the-rack suits. One with buzz-cut gray-white hair, was closer to fifty than forty, was as tall as me (a bit over six feet) and close to my weight and build. That guy was pissed off.His partner was smaller (5ft 10in.) and lighter. He was also cocky with that 'I know more than you schmucks' air about him. Beside the farther SUV, a Range Rover (black, of course, I swore in that moment that if I ever got to have my own fleet of House Ishara SUV's, I was going with baby blue, just to fuck with people's heads), were two other men, one cultured and the other a bad-ass.

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S.4 Episode Four: The Implied Express

Chatting With The Lightkeeper

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 35:29

The lifestyle is full of ideas that sound enticing on the surface, but not everything that seems romantic holds up under scrutiny. In this episode of Chatting With The Lightkeeper, the conversation turns to consent and safewords: two concepts often discussed, yet frequently misunderstood. Is consent just a legal formality, or is theremore beneath the surface? What happens when implied consent leads to unexpected complications? And are safewords really just an emergency brake, or do theyserve a greater purpose? Some beliefs can be alluring, but reality has a way of exposing the cracks. Listen now to uncover what is often overlooked.

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2 Corinthians 2:16b-3:6 - Letters from Christ, Written by the Holy Spirit (Rev. Erik Veerman)

Tucker Presbyterian Church Sermons

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025 29:02

2 Cor 2:16b – 3:6 Letters from Christ, Written by the Holy Spirit Please remain standing for the reading of God's Word. Our sermon text this morning is 2 Corinthians 2:16 to chapter 3:6. You can find that on page 1146 in the pew Bible. We are going to start with the second half of verse 16. You may notice that we read the last 2 verses of chapter 2 last week. I decided to include them again because of the question asked. The question is “who is sufficient for these things?” The apostle Paul is asking, who is sufficient to be the aroma of Christ? More specifically, he's asking about his ministry as an apostle. Who is sufficient to be an apostle and to spread the aroma of Christ? As I read, listen for the answer. Reading of 2 Corinthians 2:16b to 3:6 In 1948, a professor from Carnegie Mellon wrote one the most famous reference letter ever. This professor, Richard Duffin, was asked by 19-year-old John Nash Jr, to recommend him to Princeton. You see, Nash was hoping to pursue a PhD in mathematics. You may or may not recognize or remember the name John Nash Jr, but the movie Beautiful Mind highlighted his life. In fact, over his lifetime, Nash received many accolades for his work, including a Nobel Prize. Well, on February 11, 1948, Duffin wrote a letter to Princeton in support of the young Nash. The reference simply had 5 words. “He is a mathematical genius.” That's quite the reference. Wouldn't we each want something like that said of us. “She's a brilliant lawyer. He is a renowned chef. She's a musical virtuoso. He's a master mechanic.” And what about the apostle Paul? Couldn't it be said of him, “There's none like him.” or “His ministry skills are unparalleled.” Or “he's the greatest of greats.” And it would be true. Even among the apostles, Paul stands out because of his tremendous ministry. Many things could be said of him. But when it comes to the question, who is sufficient? Or who is qualified? Paul actually rejects the need for a reference letter. Rather, there's something better. There's something more important. To be sure, Paul is not saying that letters of recommendation are bad. No. The whole book of Philemon is a reference letter. Paul wrote it to commend Onesimus. But when it comes to ministry qualifications… When it comes to evaluating Paul's sufficiency as a minister, there is something far greater. The greatest testimony of Paul's ministry is the testimony of the Holy Spirit's work in those to whom he ministers. That is what these verses are about. They testify to God's work through his Spirit in Paul's life and in the life of the Corinthians. These verses really center on God. They center on God's work in us, as his Spirit transforms our hearts. And in doing so, they teach us the means through which God ministers. To boil it down, Paul is making two parallel arguments. First, he is defending his ministry by testifying to the work of the Spirit. And second, while Paul is defending his ministry, he is also revealing the way that God fulfills his promises in us. He changes us through his Spirit and not his law. By the way, I don't know if you saw it, but I was able to get a sermon outline in the bulletin this week. You'll see it on page 4. Those two points are the two things that Paul is emphasizing. · #1 - His ministry credentials. I'm calling that first point Living Letters from Christ · And #2, God's covenant ministry with us and in us. I'm calling that point, Written by the Spirit of the Living Lord. Those ideas are parallel, because if Paul is a true minister, then the focus of his ministry will be God's ministry. And the results of Paul's ministry will prove that God himself is the one at work through the Holy Spirit. So, that is where we are headed. And let me make one more introductory point. These truths are very important. If we think that God transforms people through his law and not his Spirit, then our ministry to others may actually lead them to death. I don't think I'm overstating that. In verse 6, Paul said, “the letter kills (meaning the letter of the law) but the Spirit gives life.” 1. Living Letters from Christ (Paul and the apostle's ministry credentials) Ok, let's begin with Paul's credentials. #1 - Living Letters from Christ. We've talked about the situation in Corinth a lot. The reason is, it helps us understand why Paul says what he says. Remember, some people were trying to undermine Paul. That has come out a couple times so far. They questioned the legitimacy of Paul's ministry because of his suffering and because of his changing plans. These people, which Paul later calls “super apostles,” were trying to elevate themselves by critiquing Paul. He alludes to them in chapter 2 verse 17. Look at how he puts it: “For we are not, like so many, peddlers of God's word.” Do you hear his underlying critique of them? Some people were out there treating God's word like a business to make profit. And back in the first century this idea of peddling had very negative connotations. Peddling involved aggressively pushing a product with often deceitful tactics. And Paul's response is that he and the other ministers of the Gospel are not like these peddlers. No, instead, they speak with “sincerity,” he says. They speak with the truth of Christ. God is the one who “commissioned” them in their ministry. Do you see how Paul is elevating God and not himself in his defense? If you jump down to chapter 3 verse 5, Paul makes a similar point. Their own ministry does not come from themselves. Rather, it comes from God. It's God's work and it's the truth of his Word. Really, all of this relates to the opening question. Who is sufficient for these things (for this ministry)? And the answer is, nobody. Nobody is sufficient in and of themselves. Listen for the word sufficient in verses 5 into 6. “Not that we are sufficient in ourselves to claim anything as coming from us, but our sufficiency is from God, who has made us sufficient to be ministers.” He's saying, it's about God and not about us, unlike the peddlers. Now, you and I, we are not apostles, capital A. But each one of us here ministers in some way to other people. You may be a witness at work. Maybe you are a light of hope and of God's grace in your neighborhood or your school or your family. Maybe you are teaching God's Word or participating in another form of discipleship. In whatever ways you are ministering, your sufficiency should be in God and not yourself. Why? Well, it is not your work, rather it is God's work through you. You and I are merely instruments in God's hands. Let me ask, if someone said to you, “thank you for ministering God's word to me. It really really help” How should you respond? Well, you should say something like, “Praise the Lord. God is at work.” In doing so, you would be affirming that it's not you, but God who is at work. Paul is essentially responding in that way. He says up in verses 1 and 2, we are not commending ourselves. We don't need, as some do, letters of recommendation. Apparently, some of these “super apostles” had letters that somehow qualified them. “Here's my letter. Corinthians, you must therefore listen to me.” But Paul's response is totally different. It's like he is saying, “Do you know where to find the highest credentials for our ministry? It's not a piece of paper written with ink. No, instead, look in the mirror. Corinthians, you are our letter of recommendation! God has changed your heart through his Spirit. We were merely agents of God's work in Corinth. Look at the amazing thing that God has done in transforming you, a people for himself. It is not our work. No. It is God's work through us and in you by his Spirit.” Suppose you were applying for a job. And you wanted to work for some kind of discipleship ministry organization. Like maybe our denomination's discipleship agency. Of course, that organization is going to ask you for letters of recommendation. Well, there's someone in your church that you have discipled for years. In fact, let's say, God used you in his life to share the hope and forgiveness of Christ. He responded to that by professing faith in Christ. And since then, you've been walking alongside of him in his journey of faith. And so, you ask him to write a letter of reference for you. Of course, he agrees. He would be honored to do so. But instead of writing a letter, he gets in his car; he drives over to the ministry, and he meets with the director. He explains that his own life is a testimony of God's work through you. He didn't want to write a letter. No, instead, he wanted to be a living letter because God through his Spirit had changed his heart. And with tears, he explains how God used you to bring the message of salvation in Christ to him. And how since then, you have walked with him to further disciple him in Christ. Wouldn't that be a powerful living letter of recommendation? Paul is saying that the Corinthians themselves are living letters of recommendation. And the credentials are not in Paul's work. No, the greatest credentials come through the work of God in Christ, through his Spirit, who has transformed them. Look again at what he says in verse 3. “And you show that you are a letter from Christ delivered by us, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God...” You see, Paul and Titus and Timothy… and the others who were ministering to the Corinthians were the true ministers of God. And it was not because of anything that Paul or Titus or Timothy were doing in and of themselves. They were being faithful to ministry God's Word. The true testimony of their ministry was that the Spirit of God was working in them and through them. The Corinthian's hearts had been transformed. The Corinthians were their letters of recommendation from Christ. These living letters were not written with ink but instead, the Spirit wrote God's truth and grace on their hearts. So, to summarize point 1. God is the one who commissioned Paul and the others. God is therefore the one through whom they find their sufficiency. It is God's work. And the proof is found as God ministers through his Spirit. As we minister to one another, it is not our work. Rather it is the Holy Spirit's work. He transforms us and we then become living letters of recommendation 2. Written by the Spirit of the Living Lord (God's new covenant promise with us) Ok, Number 2 – main point number 2. Written by the Spirit of the Living Lord. Let me put 1 and 2 together. We are living letters written by the Spirit of the living Lord. I've essentially already said that. That's because these two points overlap. You see, the reason that Paul can stake his credentials on God's work through his Spirit is simple. It's how God works. In other words, if the way God works is through his Spirit and not the law, then that reality ought to be reflected in Paul's ministry. Before we get into the details, briefly look at verse 6. Paul states that God made them sufficient “to be ministers of a new covenant.” If they are ministers of a new covenant, then of course, their ministry will reflect that new covenant. There are a couple things to unpack here. But the first thing I want you to notice is that Paul takes his analogy of a letter, and he extends it to speak of the law. He had just used the example of a letter of recommendation, which would be written in ink. But then he applies the analogy to the letter of the law. You can see that at the end of verse 3. The Holy Spirit is writing and it says this: “not on tablets of stone, but on tablets of human hearts.” What were the tablets of stone? The law. The 10 commandments. God engraved the 10 commandments on two tablets of stone. So, in other words, at the heart of the distinction between letters written with ink and letters written on hearts, is the difference between the law and the Spirit. The law (meaning God's law) does not and cannot change hearts. It can merely reveal someone's heart. In fact, the law often does the opposite. It often hardens hearts. In his own life, before coming to faith in Christ, the apostle Paul exemplified this. You see, before God changed Paul's heart, everything was about the law. Paul was a pharisee. Pharisees even made laws on top of laws to help keep the law. And none of it worked. That is because, the law cannot change hearts. I've used the analogy of a mirror before. But I think it's very helpful, so I want to share it again. God's moral law, in one sense, is like a mirror. Kids, let's say you were outside playing. It had just rained like last night, and so you got pretty dirty. When you came inside, your mom told you to get cleaned up. So, you went in the bathroom. You looked in the mirror. And you noticed that you were pretty dirty. What would happen if you tried to clean your face by rubbing it on the mirror? Well it's not going to work. In fact, it's just going to make a mess. Why? Because the mirror cannot clean you. It can only show you that you are dirty. Rather, what you need is soap and water. In a similar way, God's law cannot cleanse you. Rather, you need the cleansing work of Christ which God applies to you through the Holy Spirit. That is what the end of verse 6 means. Paul mentions they are ministers of a new covenant, and then says, “not of the letter, but of the Spirit. For the letter kills but the Spirit gives life.” The letter kills. He's talking about the letter of the law. If you are trying to justify yourself by keeping the letter of the law, you will fall short. It cannot save you. I want to make something clear. Paul is not saying that the law is evil! He's not saying that the law is bad and the Spirit is good. No. God's law is good. It's perfect. It' right and true. It reveals the very nature of God in his holiness and goodness. It points us to Christ in the sense that is shows us our need for him just like a mirror. And furthermore, once we know Christ and trust in him, God's law directs us how to honor him in our lives. It's not bad versus good. Rather, death is what happens if we are seeking to be justified by the law. The letter of the law kills, but the Spirit brings life. I think Ezekiel's prophecy in chapter 36 is helpful as we consider this. We read it earlier the service. God said through Ezekiel. “I will give you a new heart…. I will take your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. And I will put my Spirit within you and cause you to walk in my statues.” What a powerful image. Your heart and my heart are like stone. We were all spiritually dead. And the only way we can come alive is if God, through his Spirit, bring us to new life by giving us a new heart. Do you see how this ties to Paul's credentials? Paul's ministry was not to tell people that if they kept the law, they would be saved. No, Paul's ministry was quite the opposite. His ministry was to show them that they could not fulfill the law. Instead, they needed a new heart. They needed faith in the one who could keep the law for them. Faith in Christ. In verse 6, Paul calls this ministry the ministry of the “new covenant.” Implied, of course, is that there is also an old covenant. Let me say, the rest of chapter 3 compares these two covenants. Both are connected and they both are about God's promises to his people… and how he fulfills them. Just to give you a brief summary, central to the old covenant was the ministry of the law. The old covenant revealed sin and it pointed forward to Christ in different ways. The new covenant is the fulfillment of what was promised in the old. Jesus Christ perfectly obeyed the law and fulfilled all the promises in the old. The new covenant is the ministry of the Holy Spirit, because he applies the ministry of Christ to us by faith. There's a lot there and we'll work through it next week. But I wanted to at least give you an introduction since Paul mentionmed the new covenant. Well, let's end by going back to the opening question. Who is sufficient for these things? Paul's sufficiency as a minister comes from God alone. It is God's work, through his Spirit, in the lives of the Corinthians. That is why they are living letters of recommendation. And why is this important? Because if God's purposes are fulfilled through the work of God's Spirit, then Paul's ministry absolutely needs to reflect God's purposes. In a similar way, our ministry to one another should reflect the work of God's Spirit in Christ. We should not be hammers trying to chisel God's moral law onto each other. Rather, we should be conduits of God's grace. We should be ministering the grace of God in Christ to one another. As we see sin in each other, yes, we should go to our brothers and sisters. That is part of our ministry to one another. We should direct each other to pursue God and his commands because of what Jesus has done for us. We do that knowing that God transforms our hearts through his Spirit. He is the one who applies the work of God in Christ to each of us. Because the letter kills, but Spirit gives life. May we each be living letters of recommendation for one another… as we see the Spirit of the Living God at work in each of us. Amen

Implied ARR

SaaS Talkâ„¢ with the Metrics Brothers - Strategies, Insights, & Metrics for B2B SaaS Executive Leaders

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 22:01

Implied ARR is the SaaS metric used to convert GAAP revenue for public SaaS companies into an equivalent to Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) used by investors and private SaaS companies. Dave "CAC" Kellogg and Ray "Growth" Rike discuss the what, why and how behind Implied ARR.During this episode CAC and Growth discuss multiple Implied ARR topics including:Implied ARR Calculation FormulaWhy Investors Calculate Implied ARRSaaS Metrics that use Implied ARRChallenges with Implied ARRImplied ARR versus Trailing Twelve Month RevenueIf you are interested in how public SaaS companies analysts use Implied ARR, and what the differences are between private SaaS companies ARR and public SaaS companies Implied ARR this is another great listen!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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New Canada tariffs, higher China tariffs, looming Mexico tariffs | Weekly Commodity Market Update

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Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 13:45

This week Will and Ben discuss how the newly active tariffs will impact agriculture markets.Market recap (changes on week as of Sunday's close): » March 2025 corn down $.04 at $4.82» December 2025 corn down $.01 at $4.60» March 2025 soybeans down $.13 at $10.42» November 2025 soybeans up $.03 at $10.51» March soybean oil about up .89 cents at 46.11 cents/lb» March soybean meal down $4.80 at $301.10/short ton» March wheat up $.15 at $5.59» July 2025 wheat up $.14 at $5.84» March 2025 cotton down 1.73 cents at 65.88 cents/lb» December 2025 cotton down 0.79 cents at 68.71 cents/lb » October WTI Crude Oil down $2.13 at $72.53/barrel Weekly highlights:The Federal Reserve Open Market Committee maintained the federal funds rate at a range of 4.25-4.50%. In the official policy statement released- words around inflation moving in the correct direction were removed.In the fourth quarter of 2024, the US economy grew at an annual rate of 2.3%, driven by consumer and government spendings, despite downturns in investment and exports. This compares to expectations of 2.5% growth and the 3.3% experienced in Q4 of 2023.US crude oil stocks increased 145.5 million gallons on the week- the first increase in 2.5 months. Gasoline stocks were up 124 million gallons week over week while distillate fuel stocks were down 210 million gallons. Implied gasoline demand was 3% on the week.US ethanol production pulled back to 298 million gallons as the cold snap across the Midwest limited production. The volume compares to 323 the week prior and 291 the same week last year. This was the first time production fell below 300 million gallons since September.The December Cotton Systems report indicated that cotton consumption was 77% lower than December 2023 with cotton stocks down 50% year over year. Manmade fiber was down 26% from November 2024 and 4% from December 2023.It was a mixed week for export sales of US grains and oilseeds. Corn sales of 53.5 million bushels were down from the week prior. Soybean sales of 16.1 were bearish coming in below all expectations while wheat sales of 16.8 million bushels were near the top end of expectations. There were again- no new sorghum export sales.The USDA January 2025 cattle inventory report revealed the total US cattle inventory decreased by 1% from the previous year, totaling 86.7 million head as of January 1, 2025. This marks the lowest level of beef cattle in 64 years.Grain export inspections from the US last week came in within expectations. Corn, soybeans, and sorghum weekly shipments were all higher than the week prior, but lower week over week for combined US wheats.Topics:» Cotton market in peril» Trade tariffs with Canada and China » Avoiding tariffs with Mexico» Fed holds interest rates steady» Reports to watchConnect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrownfieldAgNews» Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsAbout Brownfield Ag News:Brownfield Ag News is your trusted source for reliable agriculture news, market trends, weather updates, and expert interviews. Get comprehensive coverage and stay ahead in the ever-evolving agriculture industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Contract Law Lecture Two (of 3) (Part 2): Performance and Breach

Law School

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 20:25

Analysis of Contract Performance, Breach, and Remedies This lecture script outlines key aspects of contract law, focusing on performance, breach, and remedies. Here's a summary: Performance and Obligations: Conditions are events that must occur before a party's performance is due. Express conditions are explicitly stated in the contract. Failure to meet these discharges the obligation, unless waived. Implied conditions are supplied by courts for fairness. Substantial performance often suffices for implied conditions, with compensation for minor defects. Common Law vs UCC: Common law contracts (e.g., service agreements, real estate) use a substantial performance standard. If a party has substantially met the core requirements, the other party must fulfill their obligations, though damages may be claimed for minor issues. UCC Article 2 (sale of goods) applies the perfect tender rule. Goods must conform exactly to the contract terms. The buyer can reject non-conforming goods, though the seller may have a right to cure. Breach of Contract: Material Breach: A significant failure to perform, depriving the non-breaching party of a key benefit. This allows the non-breaching party to terminate the contract and sue for total damages. Minor Breach: A small deviation from the contract where substantial performance has occurred. The non-breaching party must still perform but can seek damages for the shortfall. Anticipatory Repudiation: When one party indicates they will not perform future obligations, the other party can treat it as a breach or wait to see if the party changes their mind. There must be a clear, unequivocal statement or action showing that performance will not occur. Installment Contracts: Under the UCC, a non-conformity in one installment typically doesn't justify canceling the entire contract, unless it substantially impairs the whole contract value and the breach can't be cured. Cure Rights: A seller who tenders non-conforming goods before the delivery deadline may correct the defect within the contract's timeline. Remedies: Monetary Damages: Expectation Damages: Aims to put the non-breaching party in the position they would have been in had the contract been performed. Consequential Damages: Compensate for indirect, foreseeable losses arising from the breach, provided the breaching party knew of the special circumstances. Reliance Damages: Reimburses expenses incurred in reliance on the contract. Restitution: Prevents unjust enrichment by restoring to the injured party any benefit conferred on the breaching party. UCC-Specific Damages: For sellers, this may include the difference between contract price and resale price, or market price, or even lost profits for lost volume sellers. For buyers, it may include the difference between cover price and contract price or between market price and contract price. Equitable Remedies: Specific Performance: A court order to perform the contract, reserved for unique subject matters. Injunction: An order to do or refrain from doing something, often in the context of non-compete clauses. Rescission: Cancels the contract and restores the parties to their pre-contract positions, often in cases of fraud. Reformation: Rewrites the contract to reflect the parties' true intent. Practical Approach for Exams: State the governing law (common law or UCC). Check for a valid contract. Identify performance obligations and conditions. Determine if a breach occurred and if it was material or minor. Consider available remedies. Illustrative Example: Paula hires Derek to build a greenhouse. Derek almost completes the project but is not fully done by the deadline. The analysis suggests that Derek has substantially performed under common law. He is entitled to the contract price minus the cost of completing the remaining shelving. Paula's refusal to pay is likely unjustified, given the minor nature of the remaining work that Derek can cure. Derek can sue for expectation damages or restitution if the con

The soybean market might have raised its floor | Weekly Commodity Market Update

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 12:15

This week Will and Ben dive weigh strong soybean crush numbers against heightened Brazilian soybean expectations.Market recap (changes on week as of Monday's close): » March 2025 corn up $.14 at $4.84» December 2025 corn up $.06 at $4.56» March 2025 soybeans up $.09 at $10.34» November 2025 soybeans down $.04 at $10.27» March soybean oil about flat at 45.69 cents/lb» March soybean meal down $1.10 at $297.20/short ton» March wheat up $.08 at $5.38» July 2025 wheat up $.06 at $5.60» March 2025 cotton up 0.59 cents at 67.60 cents/lb» December 2025 cotton up 0.26 cents at 69.12 cents/lb » October WTI Crude Oil up $0.77 at $75.75/barrel Weekly highlights:Wall Street breathed a sigh of relief when the December inflation readings reported in the Producer Price Index and Consumer Price Index were not higher than expected- as some feared. Prices move higher in December but were largely as expected with annual readings for the PPI at 3.3% and the CPI at 2.9%.US energy stocks were mixed on the week- crude oil stocks fell 82.4 million gallons, while gasoline and distillate stocks were higher 245.8 and 129.2 million gallons, respectively. Gasoline stocks increased for the 9th straight week. Implied gasoline demand was down 4% from recent volumes.US ethanol production decreased for the third straight week to 322 million gallons from 324 million the week prior, but production remains well above the 310 million gallons this time last year. Ethanol stocks increased 36 million gallons on the production increase and lower implied demand.Soybean crush in December by National Oilseed Processors Association members was 206.6 million bushels- up the average of 205.5 million pre-report estimate, 193.2 million bushels in November 2024 prior and 195.3 million bushels in December 2023. The volume was a new single month record for any month of the year.It was a bullish week for feed grains in the export market with corn and wheat sales of 40.3 and 18.9 million bushels, respectively, coming in above all pre-report expectations. Soybean sales of 20.9 million bushels were in the middle of expectations and there were no grain sorghum sales.Open interest in futures and options positions of grains and oilseeds increased 6.7% on the week. Producers and merchants were net sellers on the week of 179,249 contracts while money managers were net buyers of 122,026 to establish the largest net long position since September 2023.Grain and oilseed export inspections were mixed. Corn inspections of 60.7 million bushels were a marketing year high and above all pre-report expectations while soybean and wheat inspections of 35.8 and 9.6 million bushels, respectively, were below all pre-report expectations.Topics:» Market recap» Brazil adjusts soybean expectations» Strong soybean crush numbers continue» Inflationary numbers fall within expectations» Reports to watchConnect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrownfieldAgNews» Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsAbout Brownfield Ag News:Brownfield Ag News is your trusted source for reliable agriculture news, market trends, weather updates, and expert interviews. Get comprehensive coverage and stay ahead in the ever-evolving agriculture industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bitcoin Can't Be This Easy? | S&P 500 Concentration Doesn't Matter | Company Additions to S&P Performance | Implied Volatility Options Netflix Pre-Earnings

Broken Pie Chart

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 56:14

Derek Moore is joined by guest co-host Mike Puck to talk markets including how people seem to think making money in Bitcoin is too easy and what that means. Plus, why the S&P 500 Index concentration may not be as big of a deal when looking at how the index changes. Comparing the top 10 market weighted stocks in 1997 to today. Later they discuss value vs growth performance, the dollar index, interest rates, and look at the implied volatility of Netflix options before earnings. Finally, they talk about how what seems obvious to all the CNBC talking head guests may not be the case. Concentration in the top stocks within the S&P 500 Index Comparing the top weighted companies today vs 1997 in the S&P 500 Index How today its all tech vs 30 years ago Why owning the S&P 500 Index is more active than you think Additions to the S&P 500 Index in 2024 and their performance Implied volatility in Netflix options pre-earnings Calculating the implied move around earnings based on implied volatility Looking at the ATM long straddle before earnings including the risk Dollar index and EPS in the S&P correlation Bitcoin believers are starting to think its too easy to make money Bitcoin maximalists have been rewarded, and Derek is still a skeptic Value vs Growth and why Value is a tough sell to money managers Mentioned in this Episode Derek Moore's book Broken Pie Chart https://amzn.to/3S8ADNT Jay Pestrichelli's book Buy and Hedge https://amzn.to/3jQYgMt Derek's book on public speaking Effortless Public Speaking https://amzn.to/3hL1Mag Contact Derek derek.moore@zegainvestments.com

POA 015 — Copy & Paste

Points of Articulation

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 25:58

Chapter 29. Ben meets Naomi. Again. Content warnings: Implied threats, colonialist themes. Vote, for free, on our Patreon. If you'd like to financially support the project, you can also do so on our Patreon. Wanna chat? Join our Discord server or Email us.Show transcripts can be found in this Dropbox. Points of Articulation is… Written by Hannah SemmelhackProduced by Hannah Semmelhack and Fiona Clare, in collaboration with Three Fates.With sound design and dialogue editing by Hannah SemmelhackOriginal music by Rheanne KlineAnd original artwork by Hibah HassanThis episode featuredCheyenne Barton as The Narrator (and the characters in their story)Hannah Semmelhack as the Hive Mind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Fix our eyes on Jesus

Live to Love Scripture Encouragement

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2025 3:48

Hebrews 12:1-2 Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. How are we to run the race God has set before us? Implied in this verse is that our race is the same race Jesus ran. He has run the race that has been set before us. The author first had his readers look at Jesus as a fellow runner. Heb. 2:10, 17-18. For it was fitting for Him, for whom are all things, and through whom are all things, in bringing many sons to glory, to perfect the author of their salvation through sufferings (that's the race in this life). Therefore, He had to be made like His brethren in all things, so that He might become a merciful and faithful high priest in things pertaining to God, to make propitiation for the sins of the people. For since He Himself was tempted in that which He has suffered, He is able to come to the aid of those who are tempted. Jesus knows what we need at the beginning and throughout the race. The key to His running the race was fixing His eyes on His Father, His joy, and His reward as the heir of all things and to sit down at His Father's right hand. Today's encouragement is to fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith. Let's remember, the author's point throughout chapter 11 was to encourage his readers to not quit but endure to the end of their lives in faith. His encouragement in this verse was that their confidence as they ran was to be in Jesus, who is the starter and finisher of faith. In the analogy of the race, He was the starter who called them to their mark and then fired the starting gun. Their race began when Jesus gave them faith. He also is the finisher of the race. He's there throughout the race to carry them through to the finish line. As we live to love with Jesus, we may expect to carry our cross and suffer shame and rejection as He did. We are indeed running this race as foreigners and exiles, even as He was. Fix your eyes on Him! Compared to the joy set before Him and the reward of His Father's joy and exaltation, the suffering and rejection were not worth thinking about. They were despised in His mind, meaning they were made little of or overlooked. How are we to run the race of living to love with Jesus with endurance? Fix our eyes on Jesus, the Son of God, our high priest who made purification for all our sins, and has sat down in victory at the right hand of the Majesty on high where He runs all things by the power of His Word and ever lives to intercede for us until we cross the finish line. When you feel yourself fainting, growing weary, or entertaining the idea of quitting the race, then overlook your suffering and focus on Jesus. Draw near to Him, and He will give you the mercy and grace you need to endure to the end in faith. Hallelujah! What a Savior! Hallelujah! What a friend!

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Canada Threatens Tariffs + 45Z News and Soybean Selloff

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 13:25

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.0:00 Subscribe!1:00 Canada Tariff Threat3:45 45Z / CSA5:42 NOPA Crush8:13 Argentina Rainfall9:58 Ethanol Production10:59 Consumer InflationCanada's Potential Tariffs on US ProductsCanada is preparing to impose tariffs on $105 billion worth of US products if President-elect Donald Trump moves forward with his planned tariffs on Canadian goods. The list of products targeted by Canadian tariffs hasn't been disclosed yet, but they could affect almost a third of US exports to Canada. USDA Issues New Rule for Climate-Smart BiofuelsThe USDA has announced an interim rule regarding climate-smart practices for biofuel feedstocks. This includes corn, soy, and sorghum and provides farmers with more flexibility to adopt practices like no-till, cover crops, and nutrient management to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This rule will tie into the 45Z tax credit guidance, potentially unlocking new market opportunities for farmers producing biofuel feedstocks. US Soybean Crush Hits Record HighThe National Oilseed Processors Association (NOPA) released its December crush data, showing that US soybean crush hit an all-time high of 206.6 million bushels. This is a 6.9% increase from November and a 5.8% increase compared to last year. Soybean oil stocks climbed to 1.2 billion pounds, although they were slightly below trade estimates. This marks a strong 2024 for soybean production and oil availability.Argentina's Crop Outlook RevisedThe Rosario Grains Exchange has lowered its corn and soybean crop estimates for Argentina. Argentina's corn crop is now projected at 48mmt, down from previous estimates of 50-51mmt due to dry conditions. Similarly, soybean output is expected to fall, as droughts have reduced yields. The revised forecasts suggest that rainfall in both Argentina and southern Brazil could provide some relief in the coming weeks.US Ethanol Production Remains StrongUS ethanol production fell slightly by 1% last week to 1.1 million barrels per day but remains up 3.1% compared to last year. Ethanol stocks rose to 25 million barrels, marking a 3.6% week-over-week increase. Implied gasoline demand showed a slight dip, down 1.8% from the previous week, but remained steady year-over-year. Keep an eye on ethanol production as it continues to play a key role in biofuel output and agriculture!Inflation Indicator Declines for First Time Since JulyCore CPI (excluding food and gas) rose by 0.2% in December, showing the first decline since July. The annual increase is now 3.2%, down slightly from 3.3% in November. Headline CPI rose to 2.9%, staying in line with expectations. Experts are concerned that Trump's economic policies could cause inflation to resurge.

Facilitating Meaningful Mathematics Discourse

Room to Grow - a Math Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 31:27

In this episode of Room to Grow, Joanie and Curtis begin a season 5 series on the Mathematics Teaching Practices from NCTM's Principles to Actions, celebrating it's 10th anniversary. This month's practice is “Facilitating Meaningful Mathematics Discourse.” Our hosts first identify what they mean by discourse and why it is important: that students are able to communicate their mathematical thinking in ways that others can clearly understand for the purpose of furthering their own mathematics learning. Next, Curtis and Joanie unpack how to get students talking in math class, a necessary condition for meaningful math discourse. Classroom culture is a key element to ensure that students feel safe and comfortable enough to share their mathematical thinking. Implied in this is that the teacher must hold themselves to precision of language as well, and should understand when to require precision from students and when to be more flexible with informal language. Finally, their conversation suggests that effective math discourse is not improvisational, but rather something teachers can and should plan for, and use as a strategy for an equitable classroom.Additional referenced content includes:· NCTM's Principles to Actions· NCTM's Taking Action series for grades K-5, grades 6-8, and grades 9-12· Strategies for facilitating math discourse in the classroom· Latrenda Knighten, NCTM President's message on Let's Give Students the Gift of Time Did you enjoy this episode of Room to Grow? Please leave a review and share the episode with others. Share your feedback, comments, and suggestions for future episode topics by emailing roomtogrowmath@gmail.com . Be sure to connect with your hosts on X and Instagram: @JoanieFun and @cbmathguy.

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USDA makes large adjustments in final 2024 crop numbers | Weekly Commodity Market Update

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 9:56

This week Will and Ben look at USDA's revamped production and supply numbers for 2024 crops.Market recap (changes on week as of Monday's close): » March 2025 corn up $.13 at $4.70» December 2025 corn up $.05 at $4.50» March 2025 soybeans up $.28 at $10.25» November 2025 soybeans up $.18 at $10.31» March soybean oil up 5.25 cents at 45.53 cents/lb» March soybean meal down $9.00 at $298.30/short ton» March wheat down $.10 at $5.30» July 2025 wheat down $.07 at $5.54» March 2025 cotton down 1.67 cents at 67.01 cents/lb» December 2025 cotton down 1.04 at 68.86 cents/lb» October WTI Crude Oil up 2.93 at $75.75/barrelWeekly highlights:There was lots of economic news this week- headlined by the December jobs and wage reports. The US economy added 256,000 jobs in December- well above expectations of 155,000 jobs. US unemployment ticked lower to 4.1% along with both a decrease in the number of layoffs on the month and the median length of unemployment. These data suggest the FED may slow interest rate cuts.US energy stocks were mixed with US crude oil stocks down 40.3 million gallons but a surprisingly large build to gasoline and distillate stocks of 266 and 255 million gallons, respectively. Implied gasoline demand was up 4% week over week.US ethanol production decreased to 324 million gallons for the week ending December January 3, but up from 312 million gallons last year and a five-year average of 294- ethanol stocks increased 21 million gallons.USDA lowered their estimate of 2024 corn and soybean yields to 179.3 and 50.7 bushels/acre, respectively- both below the most bullish pre-report estimates. With changes to harvested acreage- 2024 production for both crops came in below all estimates.US winter wheat seedings came in above the 2023 by 725,000 acres when the trade was expecting a small decrease. The acreage total was within the range of expectations. Wheat acreage was up year over year for all three wheat classes.It was a bearish week for grain and oilseed export inspections. US corn, soybean and wheat sales of 17.5, 10.6 and 4.1 million bushels were all the lowest of the marketing year to date and below all pre-report expectations.Topics:» Market recap» USDA numbers provide bullish push» Watch upcoming soybean crush» Reports to watchConnect with Brownfield Ag News:» Get the latest ag news: https://www.brownfieldagnews.com/» Subscribe to Brownfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrownfieldAgNews» Follow Brownfield on X (Twitter): https://x.com/brownfield» Follow Brownfield on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BrownfieldAgNewsAbout Brownfield Ag News:Brownfield Ag News is your trusted source for reliable agriculture news, market trends, weather updates, and expert interviews. Get comprehensive coverage and stay ahead in the ever-evolving agriculture industry.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

STRONG Corn Demand + South American Dryness

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 12:54

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.0:00 Export Sales2:35 Ethanol Production5:38 Argentina Update / Weather6:57 Brazil Update / Weather8:32 Russia Wheat Problems9:56 US Dollar is StrongUS Corn Exports Surge, Soybean Sales FallUS corn export sales surged last week, surpassing expectations with 1.7 million metric tons (67 million bushels) of corn sold. This was a 46% increase from the previous week and 39% higher than the 4-week average. Mexico was the largest corn buyer for the week. On the other hand, soybean sales dropped to a marketing year low at 978,400 metric tons (36 million bushels), falling 31% from the previous week and 47% from the 4-week average. China was the largest soybean buyer for the week. Wheat sales exceeded expectations with 612,400 metric tons (23 million bushels) sold, a 34% increase from the previous week. Mexico was the largest wheat buyer.US Ethanol Production Continues StrongUS ethanol production remained robust last week, with weekly output of 1.11 million barrels per day, showing a 3.4% increase compared to the same week last year. Ethanol stocks rose to 23.07 million barrels, a 2% increase from the prior week. Implied gasoline demand was also up by 1% compared to the previous week and 3% compared to the same week last year. Over the past four weeks, implied US gasoline demand has risen by 3.5% compared to the same period last year.Argentina's Corn and Soybean Acreage AdjustmentsThe Buenos Aires Grains Exchange has revised its outlook for Argentina's corn and soybean acres. Corn acreage is now projected at 16.3 million acres, nearly 5% higher than the previous estimate. However, soybean acreage was reduced by 1.1%, now projected at 45.5 million acres, as farmers shift to more profitable crops.Brazil's Soybean Crop Estimate IncreasedThe USDA's Brazil attaché office has raised its Brazil soybean production estimate to 165mmt, citing timely planting and favorable early rainfall. The updated estimate is 2.3% higher than last season's crop. CONAB, Brazil's government agency, is forecasting the crop at 166.2 mmt, while the USDA projects 169 mmt.Russia's Winter Wheat Conditions DeterioratingThe condition of Russia's winter wheat crops is forecast to worsen in January due to warmer-than-average temperatures and excess precipitation. This has led to weakened sprouts. While crop conditions in southern Russia are expected to be average, soil moisture remains low, posing risks to yields.US Dollar Strengthens Amid Economic Growth and Tariff ConcernsThe US dollar is on track to post its strongest annual gain in nearly a decade, rising over 7% this year, according to the Bloomberg Spot Index. The dollar's strength is attributed to the robust US economy, which has reduced expectations of further Federal Reserve rate cuts. Additionally, Trump's tariff threats have boosted expectations for the dollar's performance, making it a key focus in global ma

I Implied That My Friends Are Being Cheap Over MY WEDDING r/Relationships

Mark Narrations - The Wafflecast Reddit Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 20:47

Relationship Reddit Stories, OP implies to her friends that they're being cheap over her wedding.0:00 Intro0:19 Story 13:03 Story 1 COmments5:50 Story 1 Update10:25 Story 213:08 Story 2 Update 115:56 Story 2 Comments16:17 Story 2 Update 217:55 Story 2 Comments#redditupdate #redditrelationship #redditstories Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/mark-narrations-the-wafflecast-reddit-stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Spending Bill DEAD? Direct Farm Payments at Risk??

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 13:28

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.Trump Opposes Stopgap US Government Spending BillPresident-elect Donald Trump has voiced strong opposition to the stopgap US government spending bill. In a Fox News interview, Trump stated that he is totally against the bill, although he doesn't have the power to veto it, as he isn't president yet. Trump's influence over Republican lawmakers could still impact the bill's passage. The spending package, if passed, would fund the government through mid-March. However, if the bill fails, the government could face a partial shutdown as early as Saturday. The bill includes $31 billion in aid for US farmers, which has been a point of contention for many agricultural groups.Soybean Futures Collapse Amid Bearish Market SentimentSoybean futures took a significant hit on Wednesday, with the March 2025 contract losing more than 25 cents per bushel. On a continuation basis, spot futures posted their lowest trade since late August. A breakout below key technical support earlier in the week likely triggered additional selling pressure. Fund traders were estimated to have sold 20,000 contracts, contributing to the downward trend. Brazil's Soybean Crop Estimate Continues to RiseEstimates for Brazil's soybean crop continue to grow. Patria Agronegocios, a Brazilian consulting group, now expects the crop to reach 170.4 million metric tons (mmt), slightly above the USDA's forecast of 169 mmt. Brazil's corn crop is also projected to be robust at 129.3 mmt, compared to the USDA's estimate of 127 mmt.US Ethanol Production Strong AgainUS ethanol production was strong last week, with output reaching 1.1 million barrels per day, a 2.3% increase from the previous week and 2.7% higher than the same week last year. Ethanol stocks stood at 22.6 million barrels, slightly lower than the prior week but still up 2.4% year-over-year. Implied gasoline demand was up 1.3% compared to the previous week and 1% higher than last year, reflecting consistent fuel demand. Over the last four weeks, implied US gasoline demand is up 2.9% compared to the same period last year.Biden Administration Awards $116 Million to Fertilizer IndustryThe Biden administration has awarded $116 million to the fertilizer industry to help increase competition and lower costs. The funds will be distributed to eight facilities to expand fertilizer production across nine states. This investment comes as agricultural groups and lawmakers have criticized the consolidation of the $140 billion US fertilizer industry. Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates for Third Time in a RowThe Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 0.25% on Wednesday, marking its third consecutive rate cut. The new benchmark short-term rate is now 4.25% to 4.5%. The Fed signaled that it expects to reduce rates only twice in 2025, as opposed to the previously anticipated four cuts. The news sent stock markets tumbling, with the Dow Jones falling 2.6%, the S&P 500 dropping 3%, and the Nasdaq losing 3.6%.The USDA reported flash sales on Wednesday:135,000 metric tons (5 million bushels) of corn were sold to Colombia for delivery during the 2024/2025 marketing year.120,000 metric tons of soybean cake and meal were sold to Colombia for delivery in the 2024/2025 marketing year.

159 WHAT IS NOT IMPLIED IN GENESIS 2 WITH DR. MATT NAPPIER

First-Century Youth Ministry

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 12:32

Jonathan and Heather dive deeper into the creation story with Dr. Matt Nappier! We hope you enjoy this episode! Join us at www.firstcenturyyouthministry.comBecome part of our growing Facebook community Join our "closed" group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/firstcenturyouthministryLike our fan page! https://www.facebook.com/FirstCenturyYouthMin

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"Brick Wall" of Farmer Selling Caps Corn Rally

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 10:28

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.0:00 Farmer Selling2:35 China is "Prepared" for Trade War6:10 Ethanol Production7:22 Gold/Silver Tariff Implications8:28 Inflation UpdateCorn Futures Encounter Technical ResistanceCorn futures struggled on Wednesday to break through key technical resistance levels. The most heavily traded March 2025 contract stopped just 1 cent short of its October high before reverting lower. Anecdotal reports suggest a substantial amount of farmer selling occurred, which contributed to the price pullback. Despite this, ethanol plants and elevators posted weaker basis bids amid strength in the futures market. Private estimates indicate that fund traders were net buyers of 5,000 contracts on Wednesday after buying 30,000-35,000 contracts on Tuesday. Some estimates suggest large money managers could be net long as much as 150,000 contracts in real time.Potential Second Trump Trade War: A Bigger Risk for US Grain ExportsAnalysts believe that a second trade war with China could be more damaging than the first, especially for US soybean exports. During the first trade war, Chinese soybean purchases from the US dropped 79%, but China still relied on US supplies for certain needs. If a new trade war breaks out, however, China may completely shift to Brazilian soybeans and could bypass US soybeans entirely. Additionally, China is better prepared for another trade war, as it currently holds record soybean stocks. In recent years, China has also sought to reduce its reliance on US corn, approving the import of Brazilian and Argentine corn. US Ethanol Production Shows Modest IncreaseUS ethanol production increased slightly last week, with output reaching 1.08 million barrels per day, showing a small increase both from the previous week and compared to the same week last year. Ethanol stocks were reported at 22.6 million barrels, a 1.5% decrease from the previous week but a 5.6% increase from the same week last year. Implied gasoline demand rose by 1% compared to the previous week and 4.1% year-over-year. Over the last four weeks, implied US gasoline demand is up 1.1% compared to the same period last year.Gold and Silver Premiums Surge Amid Tariff ConcernsGold and silver premiums surged in New York on Wednesday, with gold futures for February delivery trading up to $60 an ounce above spot prices in London. Silver futures were more than $1 an ounce higher during the session. This spike in premiums was driven by short-covering by banks and funds, with concerns about the potential impact of 10% tariffs on precious metals. Consumer Prices Rise in NovemberUS consumer prices rose by 2.7% in November on an annual basis, up from 2.6% in October. For the month, inflation climbed 0.3%, marking the largest monthly increase since April. Both figures were in line with expectations. Despite the uptick in inflation, traders are anticipating a 99% chance that the Fed will cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point at their meeting next week.

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Analysts are Dumb, There is No Crystal Ball (Grain Marketing)

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 14:13

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.0:00 Stock Market and Grain Marketing Comparison4:29 Bitcoin 100k6:02 Mexico Economic Problems7:46 Mexico GMO Ban?10:47 Russia Wheat Problems12:11 Ethanol Production PaceStock Market Hits Record HighsThe stock market reached new record highs on Wednesday! The Dow Jones climbed by 0.7%, surpassing the 45,000 mark for the first time. Both the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq also set new records, gaining 0.6% and 1.3%, respectively. These gains were driven by a rally in technology stocks, alongside positive remarks from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, who stated that the US economy is in "remarkably good shape" and that potential risks in the labor market have subsided. Bitcoin Soars Above $100,000Bitcoin traded above $100,000 for the first time early this morning! The world's most famous cryptocurrency has rallied more than 40% since Donald Trump's election in early November. Paul Atkins, a well-known crypto advocate, was appointed to chair the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) by Trump, sparking optimism in the crypto community. Additionally, significant money flows into Wall Street's Bitcoin ETFs have added to the momentum.Mexico's Economic Outlook DeterioratesMexico's economic outlook is deteriorating, with 47% of Mexicans now believing the economy is in bad shape, an increase from 44% in October. The economic slowdown is becoming more apparent after only two months under the new administration. The situation could worsen if President-elect Donald Trump follows through with his proposed 25% tariffs on Mexican imports.Mexico and GM Corn Imports Dispute Nears ResolutionMexico is optimistic about a resolution to its dispute over genetically modified (GM) corn imports. The US had opposed Mexico's attempt to limit these imports, claiming that the restrictions violated the USMCA agreement. The dispute resolution is expected by December 14, which could offer clarity on future trade relations between the two countries.Russia's Winter Crops Face Record Poor ConditionsRussia's winter crops are facing the worst conditions on record, with a 37% of the crop in poor condition, the highest percentage ever recorded. In comparison, only 4% of last year's crop was in poor condition at this time, and the five-year average is 8%. The crop's quality has significantly dropped, with only 31% rated in good condition, the lowest in 23 years. US Ethanol Production Declines for the First Time in Over Two MonthsUS ethanol production dropped by 4.1% last week to 1.07 million barrels per day, the first decline in more than two months. Despite this, production remains 6.1% higher than the same week last year. Ethanol stocks increased to 23 million barrels, a +1% increase compared to the previous week. Implied gasoline demand rose 2.7% compared to last week and 6.5% compared to last year, although US gasoline demand has been slightly down over the las

Contract Law Lecture 2 of 5: Performance, Breach, and Discharge

Law School

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 22:40

Contract Law - Performance, Breach, and Discharge Core Concepts: Contract Interpretation: The process of determining the meaning of contract terms (both express and implied) using established rules and contextual evidence. Conditions and Performance: Understanding how conditions influence contractual duties, differentiating conditions from promises, and applying the substantial performance doctrine. Breach and Remedies: Categorizing breaches as material or minor, exploring available remedies (e.g., damages, specific performance, rescission), and understanding the implications of anticipatory repudiation. I. Contract Terms and Interpretation: Express Terms: Explicitly stated in the contract (written or verbal). Example: "Contractor will complete renovation by June 30th." Implied Terms: Not explicitly stated but assumed by law. Implied in Fact: Based on parties' conduct or circumstances. Example: Plumber using reasonable care and materials. Implied in Law: Inserted by courts to ensure fairness or fill gaps. Example: Employer providing a safe working environment. Rules of Contract Interpretation: Plain Meaning Rule: Clear wording is interpreted based on its ordinary meaning. Contra Proferentem: Ambiguity is interpreted against the drafting party. Specific Terms vs. General Terms: Specific terms prevail over general terms in case of conflict. Usage of Trade, Course of Dealing, and Course of Performance: Contextual evidence used to clarify unclear terms. II. Conditions and Performance Obligations: Conditions: Events that must occur for a party's performance to become due. Conditions Precedent: Events that must happen before an obligation arises. Example: Buyer securing financing before the seller transfers ownership. Conditions Subsequent: Events that terminate an existing obligation. Example: Contract termination if new legislation renders its purpose illegal. Concurrent Conditions: Both parties perform simultaneously. Example: Seller delivers goods while buyer makes payment. Conditions vs. Promises: Conditions: Non-fulfillment relieves the obligated party from performing. Promises: Covenants that must be performed regardless of conditions. Failure may lead to damages. Substantial Performance Doctrine: Allows a party who has largely completed their obligations to enforce the contract, even with minor incompletions. III. Breach of Contract and Anticipatory Repudiation: Types of Breach: Material Breach: Significant failure that undermines the contract's essence. Non-breaching party can terminate and seek damages. Example: Supplier fails to deliver a critical component for production. Minor Breach: Less serious breach that does not substantially affect the contract's value. Non-breaching party must still perform but may seek damages. Example: Contractor installs a different but equally good countertop. Remedies for Breach: Damages: Compensatory: Cover direct losses. Consequential: Cover foreseeable losses caused by the breach. Nominal: Small damages awarded when no significant loss is proven. Liquidated: Pre-agreed amounts for specific breaches. Specific Performance: Court orders breaching party to perform obligations (usually for unique goods or real estate). Rescission and Restitution: Contract cancellation and return to pre-contract positions (often in cases of voidable contracts). Anticipatory Repudiation: One party indicates in advance they will not perform their obligations. Non-breaching party can treat this as an immediate breach or wait for performance. Key Takeaways: Accurate interpretation of contract provisions is essential, applying established rules and using contextual evidence. Understanding the distinction between conditions and promises is crucial, as it directly affects available remedies. A material breach significantly undermines the contract, allowing the non-breaching party to terminate and seek damages. Anticipatory repudiation occurs when a party indicates in advance their intention not to perform. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/law-school/support

Going Deeper: The Need for Obedience Implied In Worship

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2024 52:55

Going Deeper: The Need for Obedience Implied In Worship

Going Deeper: The Need for Obedience Implied In Worship

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2024 52:55

Going Deeper: The Need for Obedience Implied In Worship

Going Deeper: The Need for Obedience Implied In Worship

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2024 33:14

Going Deeper: The Need for Obedience Implied In Worship

Going Deeper: The Need for Obedience Implied In Worship

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2024 33:14

Going Deeper: The Need for Obedience Implied In Worship

The Bar Exam Toolbox Podcast: Pass the Bar Exam with Less Stress

289: Listen and Learn -- Landlord/Tenant Law (Part 1)

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2024 21:20 Transcription Available

Welcome back to the Bar Exam Toolbox podcast! In this episode, we discuss the essentials of leaseholds in landlord/tenant law. We cover the different types of leasehold estates, as well as the obligations of tenants and landlords, and we analyze a sample question. In Part 2, we'll focus on assignment and subletting. In this episode, we discuss: The four types of leasehold estates that can be created with a lease Duties of landlords and tenants Implied warranty of habitability Actual vs. constructive eviction A hypothetical scenario illustrating leaseholds Resources: "Listen and Learn" series (https://barexamtoolbox.com/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-archive-by-topic/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-explaining-individual-mee-and-california-bar-essay-questions/#listen-learn) California Bar Examination – Essay Questions and Selected Answers, February 2023 (https://www.calbar.ca.gov/Portals/0/documents/admissions/Examinations/February2023CBXessayQsandAnswers.pdf) Podcast Episode 93: Listen and Learn – Constructive Eviction (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-93-listen-and-learn-constructive-eviction/) Podcast Episode 149: Listen and Learn – Negligence: Duties of Landlords, Owners, and Possessors of Land (https://barexamtoolbox.com/podcast-episode-149-listen-and-learn-negligence-duties-of-landlords-owners-and-possessors-of-land/) Download the Transcript (https://barexamtoolbox.com/episode-289-listen-and-learn-landlord-tenant-law-part-1/) If you enjoy the podcast, we'd love a nice review and/or rating on Apple Podcasts (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-pass-bar-exam-less-stress/id1370651486) or your favorite listening app. And feel free to reach out to us directly. You can always reach us via the contact form on the Bar Exam Toolbox website (https://barexamtoolbox.com/contact-us/). Finally, if you don't want to miss anything, you can sign up for podcast updates (https://barexamtoolbox.com/get-bar-exam-toolbox-podcast-updates/)! Thanks for listening! Alison & Lee

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Soybeans RALLY on Trump Victory- WTF??

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 11:35

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.0:00 Election and Grain Markets3:04 SD Voters Shoot Down Pipeline4:34 US Dollar / Bitcoin8:06 Stock Market / Fed9:34 Ethanol ProductionHere's the latest update on the agricultural landscape and market reactions following Donald Trump's return to the presidency!

Cast of Wonders 614: T-Rex Tex-Mex

Cast of Wonders

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 13:01

Author : Sarina Dorie Narrator : Tina Connolly Hosts : Alasdair Stuart and Katherine Inskip Audio Producer : Jeremy Carter Cast of Wonders 614: T-Rex Tex-Mex is a Cast of Wonders original. Implied murder T-Rex Tex-Mex by Sarina Dorie “Whoa! Hold on, partner!” the host of the party asked with his fake Texan accent. “What […] Source

RFK Jr. to Overhaul USDA? What Does this Mean for Farming??

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 15:55

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.0:00 RFK Jr USDA Overhaul5:17 MF Global Anniversary9:04 Rains are Back11:45 Ethanol Production is STRONG12:59 China, Russia, Soybeans13:48 Biofuel Money14:34 Flash Sales

BRICS Grain Exchange? US Exports at Risk??

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 11:50

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.0:00 US / Brazil / China2:42 BRICS Grain Exchange?5:19 Ethanol Production is STRONG9:07 Argentina Weather10:26 Flash SalesHere's a summary of the latest developments in international trade, agriculture, and ethanol production!

Against Their Will

Standard of Care Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 31:51

In this episode of The Standard of Care podcast, hosts Samantha Johnson and Nick Adams delve into the complex legal framework of patient consent in EMS. What happens when a patient refuses care, even in life-threatening situations? How should EMS professionals navigate the fine line between consent, implied consent, and refusal, all while staying within the legal boundaries? Samantha quizzes Nick on real-world scenarios, offering practical insights on handling refusals, informed consent, and what EMS providers need to know about patient capacity.Whether you're a seasoned paramedic, new to the field, or just brushing up for the National Registry exam, this episode offers valuable knowledge on critical issues you may face. Get actionable advice, hear relatable examples, and understand the nuances that could impact your next decision. Tune in now to explore this important topic—and remember, you can find The Standard of Care wherever you listen to podcasts or on our website at flightbridgeed.com/explore. While you're there, check out our award-winning courses designed to enhance your professional skills and knowledge.Key Takeaways:Understanding patient capacity is critical in determining whether you can proceed with care, even if consent is initially given. If a patient has capacity, their refusal must be respected, even in life-threatening situations.Implied consent allows EMS providers to intervene in emergencies when a patient is unconscious or unable to give explicit consent, but only within the necessary scope of care.Informed refusals are equally important as informed consent. EMS professionals must ensure patients fully understand the risks of refusing care and document everything thoroughly.

Where Markets Go After All-Time Highs by VIX Level | Crazy Earnings Estimates | CPI is Rarely 2% | Latest Interest Rate Probabilities

Broken Pie Chart

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 61:40

Derek Moore and Jay Pestrichelli are back again to discuss whether the level of the VIX Index at all-time market highs is a predictor of future market moves. Then, with earnings season kicking off in earnest, reviewing the analyst lofty estimates including some very surprising numbers for Russell 2000 Index companies. Later, Derek goes through some data that basically says the CPI YoY % change isn't around 2% too often despite the Feds “mandate” of 2% inflation target. Finally, they discuss NFLX earnings and what the options market is saying plus a few other companies including United Healthcare. The level of the VIX Index at all-time S&P 500 Index highs and the next 60 days, 3&6 months Does where the VIX Index is at all-time market highs really matter? The Fed's elusive 2% target when looking at monthly data back to January of 2012 How often the year over year (YoY) percent change in CPI is at different levels VIX Index vs bond volatility seen via the MOVE Index Netflix (NFLX) and United Healthcare (UNH) options market pre-earnings check in Implied volatility of options prior to earnings releases Predictions for the November Fed meeting Quarterly earnings estimates for the S&P 500 Index over the next two years are bullish Reviewing the Russell 2000 Index earnings estimates and how lofty they are currently Looking at growth of next 12 months earnings estimates vs the S&P 500 Index itself Mentioned in this Episode VIX Too High at All-Time Market Highs? | Employment Surprises | Interest Rate Cut Expectations Drop| No More Port Strike | Technical Analysis on Markets https://open.spotify.com/episode/7uOX1CRDw8T9q1lNpx2lHc?si=2078c3e6fbec4a2c Derek Moore's book Broken Pie Chart https://amzn.to/3S8ADNT Jay Pestrichelli's book Buy and Hedge https://amzn.to/3jQYgMt Derek's new book on public speaking Effortless Public Speaking https://amzn.to/3hL1Mag Contact Derek derek.moore@zegainvestments.com

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Why Will the New Crop US Corn Carryout Fall Below 2bil Bushels??

Jesse Lee Peterson Radio Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 11:08

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.0:00 USDA Preview2:41 Ethanol Production is Strong5:55 Deere Stock7:17 Brazil Rain8:19 Flash Sale8:57 CPI Preview

Putting mama in charge: So much for macho men! | JLP Wed 10-2-24

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 180:00

JLP Wed 10-2-24 Female cops, female presidents, forgiving mothers… Hr 1 VP debate? Minneapolis PD: Somali, "non-citizen." Female Mexican prez. Calls: angry at illegals! // Hr 2 Calls: Judging ex-husband! "Christ is King." Mother's son-husband. Australian w/ money. Anxiety? // Hr 3 Living close to mama! Putin for children. Doyle! Calls: Overcoming mothers. // Biblical Question: Do you recognize a wave of pain that overtakes you? MEN'S FORUM tomorrow, first Thursday, Oct 3, 2024, 7 PM at BOND https://rebuildingtheman.com/events/ TIMESTAMPS (0:00:00) Hour 1 (0:05:27) VP debate? Boring. (0:08:02) MPD: Somali, "non-citizen" females (0:22:57) Mexico first female president; Cartels livin' la vida loca (0:31:39) Announcements: Men's Forum! (0:33:52) DOYLE, L.A., 1st, 90s JLP show businessman, BQ, border jumpers (0:39:42) JOSHUA, NY: wife thinks I'm racist vs immigrants, won't leave NYC (0:46:17) JADEN, CA: Christ is King? Implied…? (0:50:07) Supers… Carl Lamm (0:55:00) NEWS: $X. VP debate. Iran-Israel. Helene. (1:01:00) HOUR 2: BQ, eyes on self… (1:05:05) SHARON, VA: Cheat? "Tell the truth." Women wanna control. Judged ex-husband (1:15:37) ROBERT, MT: Christ is King, the Bible/Scripts, Trinity (1:21:07) JLP: Accepted imagination as being of God (1:22:35) OMAR, CA, 1st: Working to get mother out of the hood: Forgiven her? (1:31:32) Punchie TV, Anchor Baby energy (1:34:37) CHRIS, Australia, 1st… Fear? Don't spend money on ego. (1:45:52) MATT, Canada: BQ pain: Frustration with daughter. Anxiety? Stop trusting thoughts. Lay weapons down with wife. (1:53:22) Supers… Elon for Biden? RIP Carl Lamm (1:55:00) NEWS: VPs: Iran-Israel, Aborsh, Walz. Legacy admissions. (2:00:57) HOUR 3 … Manhood Hour (2:04:17) Life. Overreact, give life to evil. JLP sings. Overcome imagination, anger. (2:10:57) Typical American lives 18 mi from mama. (2:20:12) Putin ally proposes ban on propaganda against having children (2:22:12) JLP friend Doyle: Corruption of Black Leaders (1995, Frankie Mae Curry) (2:27:07) JUSTIN, TN, 1st, frustrated, mother disrespects father (2:31:19) Announcements: TFS w/ Earl Skakel (2:34:44) JUSTIN: How to forgive mother? (2:41:37) MICHAEL, TX: Appreciation. Faced mother. Overcoming the world… (2:47:07) KARL, MA: Trump, patriot. Nick. Living with mother. (2:51:44) Supers: BQ… Closing

Ep. 160 Should My Wife Meet My Needs?

The Manspace

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 56:02

Send us a textSpacemen, at this point, you should really start to look at us like AI; you ask a question and we answer it. And just like AI, we have the answers. If you ask, I can even draw you a picture with a hand and 7 fingers that mesh into one. Look out Gemini. On today's episode, Mike and Rob discuss meeting needs in relationships. Whose responsibility is it to meet needs? What expectations should have have? Don't worry. We'll tell you. keywordsrelationships, personal needs, self-sufficiency, emotional intimacy, communication, implied agreements, balance, support, expectations, connectiontakeawaysNo one will advocate for you in your relationship except for you.It's essential to understand what your needs are before asking others to meet them.The balance between self-sufficiency and support is crucial in relationships.Implied agreements in relationships can lead to misunderstandings if not clearly communicated.Meeting needs is a shared responsibility, but individuals must also fulfill their own.Expectations can lead to disappointment if not openly discussed.Communication is key to understanding and fulfilling each other's needs.Self-awareness is necessary to articulate what you truly need from your partner.Relationships require ongoing effort and commitment from both parties.It's important to recognize when a partner cannot meet certain needs and to adjust accordinglySound Bites"Just two bald dudes with a beard.""No one's going to advocate for you in your relationship except for you."Chapters00:00The Balance of Self-Sufficiency and Support01:31Navigating Seasonal Changes and Personal Reflections04:36The Dynamics of Expectations in Relationships07:35Understanding Implied Agreements in Relationships10:44The Role of Communication in Meeting Needs13:37The Importance of Self-Validation16:51The Complexity of Relationship Needs19:37The Challenge of Meeting Emotional Needs22:42The Role of Vulnerability in Relationships25:56The Impact of Expectations on Relationships28:43Finding Balance in Relationship Dynamics31:44The Importance of Mutual Understanding34:48Navigating the Challenges of Relationship Needs37:43The Journey of Self-Discovery in Relationships40:47Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSpread the word! The Manspace is Rad!!

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Soybean Winning Streak + USDA Farm "Profit" Forecast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 22:56

Is China LYING About its Grain Situation?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 11:17

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogleTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.0:00 China Grain Situation2:39 Lower Canadian Wheat Production5:12 GMO Wheat Approved in US6:28 Used Cooking Oil News8:45 Ethanol Production9:52 Flash SalesHere's the latest news in the grain and biofuels markets:

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Excellent Potential in Illinois, Problems in Northwest Iowa (Crop Tour)