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Read OnlineWhen Jesus saw him lying there and knew that he had been ill for a long time, he said to him, “Do you want to be well?” The sick man answered him, “Sir, I have no one to put me into the pool when the water is stirred up; while I am on my way, someone else gets down there before me.” Jesus said to him, “Rise, take up your mat, and walk.” Immediately the man became well, took up his mat, and walked. John 5:6–8Let us begin by imagining the overwhelming joy of this man, who was healed after he had been ill for thirty-eight years. He lay on a mat near the Pool of Bethesda, a place where tradition held that the first to enter the water after it was stirred would be healed. Some later traditions associated the stirring of the waters with the Archangel Raphael, whose name means ‘healing of God.' While Scripture does not link Raphael to this story, his healing nature from other biblical traditions makes the association meaningful for reflection.When Jesus approaches the paralyzed man and asks, “Do you want to be well?” the question seems almost unnecessary. Who wouldn't desire healing after suffering for so long? Yet this question points to a deeper reality—one that transcends physical illness. The man's condition and Jesus' question symbolize the spiritual paralysis that can afflict any soul trapped in habitual sin. Just as the man could not heal himself, so too are we unable to free ourselves from the weight of sin without divine intervention. Jesus asks us the same question today: Do we truly want to be freed from our spiritual paralysis?The man's response to Jesus also reveals an important truth. He says, “Sir, I have no one to put me into the pool when the water is stirred up; while I am on my way, someone else gets down there before me.” This admission reflects a deep hopelessness that those who struggle with habitual sin often experience. Years of failure to overcome sin can lead to discouragement, even resignation. But this very discouragement is where grace begins to work. In acknowledging our inability to heal ourselves, we open the door to Christ's healing power.Perhaps Jesus chose this man precisely because he had lost all hope. After thirty-eight years of suffering, he had no one to help him and no expectation of healing. Yet Jesus, in His mercy, intervened. This is a powerful message for all who struggle with sin and despair of overcoming it: There is always hope in Christ. He takes the initiative when we cannot, bringing healing where we least expect it. Picture Christ coming to you today, asking, “Do you want to be well?” Our response should mirror the man's humility: Lord, I am powerless to free myself from my sin. In this admission of weakness, we allow Christ to work in us. It is through our humility that we prepare to receive His grace. Reflect today on any sin—whether venial or grave—that has become a habitual part of your life. Have you grown resigned to these sins, thinking they are impossible to overcome? Are there sins you have become so accustomed to that you no longer recognize their spiritual harm? Christ asks you today: Do you want to be healed? Acknowledge your weakness, confess your inability to heal yourself, and wait on the Lord. Be attentive, and you will see He is already taking divine initiative, working in ways you might not yet realize. My attentive Lord, You are fully aware of my sin and the burden it imposes upon me. You come to me night and day, asking if I want to be well. Please help me to be attentive to You and Your gentle invitations. Help me to have hope that I can change, grow closer to You, and become the saint You want me to become. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Christ Healing the Paralytic at the Pool of Bethesda by Bartolome Esteban MurilloSource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

It moved towards Antistrophe, Caoimhe, and Nicky through the dark as something other than itself. A creature of guile and hunger, whose taste for life is well developed and whose limbs are the limbs of others. Meanwhile, amidst the revelers of the High Masque, the moonlit wing's adventurers mix and mingle. Will they try to puzzle their way through the rhyming door, or sate themselves on delicacies and dances instead of dungeoneering… This week on Perpetua: The Castle Eschatonica 05 Perpetua Guide [Community Addendum Part 03] What's up every-freakin-body. It's THEUNFORGIVENIII and I decided to pick up on Nei's slack. Maybe he'll see what a good job I'm doing and come back to try to one up me. Then the real rivalry will begin… Anyway, it's boss fight time. I made a few updates to Nei's format. I KNOW that he says he doesn't wanna get some specific spoilers in these enemy rundowns but I think that's pretty fuggin lazy. Maybe you can learn a few things from a real gamer, Nei. (bcuz i KNOW you're secretly reading along) Strange Hornet [NMSH] LEVEL: 10 RANK: SOLDIER TYPE: BRUTE TRAITS: CORPSE, PUPPETTED, UNDEAD STATS: DEX 8, INS 6, MIG 10, WLP 8 DEF: 8  MAGDEF: 6 HP: 70 MP: 45 INITIATIVE: 7 ATTACKS Buzzing Bash: Melee, [MIG + MIG], [HR + 10] PHYSICAL DAMAGE Stinger Shot: Ranged, [DEX + MIG], [HR + 5] PHYSICAL DAMAGE SPECIAL ABILITIES Brute: +1 to all accuracy and magical accuracy rolls Just a Puppet: "When the strange Hornet is reduced to 0 Hit Points for the first time, it is instead reduced to exactly 1 Hit Point and Malathornia, Wicked Weaver is revealed." ELEMENTAL INFO: Vulnerable to Fire and Light IN-GAME DESCRIPTION: It's moving weird… EXPERT INFO: If you think "we're really kicking this guy's ass, this must be a fakeout," then you're at least a class B Gamer. Because the second you beat this guy into the ground, the real boss shows up! PROTIP: REMEMBER: BECAUSE THIS GUY COUNTS AS UNDEAD, YOU CAN HURT HIM WITH HEALING SPELLS! (BUT BE CAREFUL, BECAUSE ALL SPELLS ONLY HEAL HALF DAMAGE INSIDE OF REDOLENCIA CELESTIAL ECHOES)   Malathornia, Wicked Weaver [NMML] LEVEL: 10 RANK: CHAMPION (3) TYPE: SABOTEUR TRAITS: CONNIVING, MANIPULATIVE, CRAVEN, AMBITIOUS (SOUNDS LIKE MY STEP-DAD ROFL)  STATS: DEX 8, INS 8, MIG 8, WLP 8 (BORING) DEF: 10 MAGDEF: 9 HP: 180 MP: 100 INITIATIVE: 11   ATTACKS Thieving Webs: Ranged, [DEX + WLP] + 4, [HR + 5] PHYSICAL DAMAGE - MULTI 2 - EACH TARGET HIT BY THIS ATTACK LOSES 1 IP Enervating Claws: Melee, [DEX + WLP] +4, [HR + 5] DARK DAMAGE - EACH TARGET HIT BY THIS ATTACK IS WEAKENED. TARGETS MAGICAL DEFENSE.   SPECIAL ABILITIES Catch Me If You Can: Malathornia enters the conflict accompanied by a Pursuit Clock with 10 sections. Enemies cannot see Malathornia unless half or more of the Pursuit Clock's sections are filled. Back to the Shadows: Malathornia skitters back into the shadows of the Ruined Hive. Remove up to 2 marks from the pursuit clock. Malathornia's Marionette: Malathornia spends 20 MP and chooses a target suffering from Weakened. Malathornia's webs puppet the target, forcing them to immediately perform a free attack with an equipped weapon or basic attack against a target chosen by this NPC.   ELEMENTAL INFO: Resistant to Physical (YIKES) and Dark. Vulnerable to Light.   IN-GAME DESCRIPTION: Ruiner of the Old Hive. Master of the Shadows.   EXPERT INFO: This is the only "real" boss you can fight in this first part of the dungeon, but personally, I think he's a chump. Just use Caoimhe's light attacks to demolish this freak. (if you didn't Give Caoimhe light spells yet, then that's on you!)   PROTIP: REMEMBER THAT YOU CAN USE ITEMS FOR EXTRA HEALING IF YOU NEED IT (LIKE IF YOU'RE A NOOB).

I can remember when a day hunting in the woods almost guaranteed you'd flush a few grouse. Today, things look very different. Grouse numbers have declined across much of their range, and in many places the opportunity to hunt them has disappeared altogether. In this episode, we're joined by Cody Altizer and Erich Long from the “Give for Grouse Initiative”. They're working to raise awareness and support for habitat restoration and conservation efforts aimed at bringing grouse populations back where they belong.We talk about what's happened to the grouse population in Ohio and across other states—and why the decline isn't caused by just one issue. Cody and Erich also share what landowners can do to improve habitat on their property, and how everyday sportsmen and women can make a difference.If you care about wildlife, forests, and the future of upland hunting, this podcast is for you.

I am absolutely thrilled to announce a powerhouse collaboration of storytelling and stagecraft! The incredibly talented Atlanta Playwright Jacob York stopped by The Ash Said It Show for an exclusive, deep-dive conversation about his highly anticipated world premiere of INITIATIVE. This isn't just a play; it's a groundbreaking theatrical event opening at the end of this month at the prestigious Aurora Theatre in Lawrenceville, GA. Running from March 26 through April 19, 2026, this production is already the talk of the Atlanta arts community, and I cannot wait for you to hear the heart and soul behind this script. Directed by the visionary Katie Erin Chambers, Initiative is a brilliant exploration of friendship, legacy, and the power of imagination. The story follows a tight-knit group of friends who gather around a gaming table for one final, epic campaign—one that beautifully transcends the boundaries of fantasy and reality. As the character Dave battles an aggressive illness, he turns to the legendary world of Dungeons & Dragons to manufacture the milestones he fears he'll never reach. With every roll of the d20, his companions craft a quest that encompasses a lifetime of memories, from the profound responsibilities of fatherhood to the simple wonder of seeing the ocean for the first time. This play is the ultimate "crit hit" for theater lovers and tabletop gamers alike. It delivers the perfect combination of unapologetic nerdiness, deep-seated pathos, and genuine joy. Audiences can expect a rollercoaster of emotions—complete with thrilling sword fights, menacing orcs, and those heavy moments of existential dread that make us human. It is a testament to how we use play and community to navigate the hardest parts of our lives. Whether you are a seasoned Paladin or have never touched a character sheet, York's writing ensures that the human element is front and center. I'm diving into the creative process with Jacob to discuss how he balanced the mechanics of RPG gaming with such a high-stakes emotional narrative. This is the must-see world premiere of the season, and you'll want to hear every detail right here before the curtain rises at the Aurora Theatre.

Why might someone be on the verge of losing a job for inaction? What else might be happening under the surface? Is it worth trying to help someone who may be struggling with initiative in the workplace? Let's talk about it! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

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Struggling with social skills practice that actually feels natural? This week on the podcast, we're diving deep into practical, respectful ways to support our neurodivergent kiddos as they navigate friendships and social situations—without the cringe! From conversation entry points (aka scripts that don't turn our kids into social robots!) to playful, low-stakes role-playing at home, Colleen shares hands-on strategies to boost confidence and make socializing just a little easier for everyone involved. If "Just be yourself!" doesn't cut it in your house, you're not alone. Listen to this episode and help your kids build real-world connections, one conversation at a time. Key Takeaways: Scripts as Scaffolding, Not Life Sentences: Social scripts aren't rigid lines for kids to memorize forever. Instead, they serve as supportive "training wheels" to help neurodivergent kids enter, maintain, and exit conversations more naturally—reducing anxiety and offering footholds toward authentic communication. Practice Through Playful, Low-Stakes Moments: Avoid pressuring your child with public corrections or high-stakes rehearsal before social events. Instead, incorporate side-by-side role play, movie-pause coaching, and micro-practicing to gently build and reinforce social skills without making kids feel evaluated. Measure Progress by Initiative, Not Perfection: Success isn't about perfect eye contact or flawless conversation. Celebrate when your child initiates conversations, adapts their scripts into their own words, or asks to socialize again. These signs mean scripts are becoming real-world skills! Parenting and homeschooling neurodivergent kids is tough—but you're already doing amazing work just by showing up, learning, and supporting your child's unique journey. Links and Resources from Today's Episode Thank you to our sponsors: CTC Math – Flexible, affordable math for the whole family! Curiosity Post – A Snail Mail Club for kids – Real mail; Real life! The Learner's Lab – Online community for families homeschooling gifted/2e & neurodivergent kiddos! The Lab: An Online Community for Families Homeschooling Neurodivergent Kiddos The Homeschool Advantage: A Child-Focused Approach to Raising Lifelong Learners Raising Resilient Sons: A Boy Mom's Guide to Building a Strong, Confident, and Emotionally Intelligent Family The Anxiety Toolkit Sensory Strategy Toolkit | Quick Regulation Activities for Home Affirmation Cards for Anxious Kids Nurturing Neurodivergent Friendships: Practical Tips for Parents and Kids RLL #42: What It's Like to be Homeschooled with Best Friends Molly and Ella Teaching Kids About Being a Good Friend with Help From Great Books and Netflix Teaching Kids to Befriend Others 5 Tips for Helping Gifted Children Make Friends Navigating Sensory Overload: Actionable Strategies for Kids in Loud Environments The Not-So Friendly Friend: How to Set Boundaries for Healthy Friendships Social Skills Activities for Kids Growing Friendships: A Kids' Guide to Making and Keeping Friends Have You Filled a Bucket Today?: A Guide to Daily Happiness for Kids One Big Heart: A Celebration of Being More Alike than Different Life Skills for Kids: Unlocking a World of Possibilities through Friendship, Decision-Making, Cooking, Achieving a Success Mindset, Time-Management, Budgeting, and More  Empathy Workbook for Kids: 50 Activities to Learn About Kindness, Compassion, and Other People's Feelings  

The opioid crisis continues to impact communities across the country, and in many overdose situations, police officers are the first people to arrive on the scene. That reality inspired a powerful community initiative led by CRNA student Krystin Jones. Her DNP project focuses on training law enforcement officers to recognize opioid overdoses and confidently administer naloxone, a medication that can reverse the effects of an overdose and potentially save a life. Here's some of what you'll hear in this episode:

Arizona Capacity and Efficiency Initiative (ACE) could save the state up to $100 million by consolidating purchasing power, streamlining operations and deploying artificial intelligence across Arizona. Head of Arizona Capacity and Efficiency Initiative Amy Edwards Holmes explains how this will be accomplished.

Josh Howell, Healthcare CTO at Rubrik, spoke with Moshe Beauford of Technology Reseller News at the HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition about Rubrik's participation in a new cybersecurity initiative led by the American Hospital Association (AHA) designed to strengthen protection and resilience across healthcare systems. The initiative, organized by the AHA and supported by experienced cybersecurity leaders, aims to bring together technology providers and healthcare organizations to address the growing threat landscape facing hospitals and clinical networks. Healthcare remains one of the most targeted industries for ransomware and cyberattacks, making coordinated efforts between vendors and healthcare institutions increasingly important. Rubrik's role in the program focuses on helping hospitals protect and recover critical healthcare data in the event of cyber incidents. The company's data security and resilience platform is designed to safeguard sensitive information while enabling organizations to restore operations quickly if systems are compromised. In environments where patient care depends on uninterrupted access to systems and records, fast recovery capabilities are essential. Howell noted that the collaboration highlights the need for a stronger industry-wide response to cybersecurity threats in healthcare. “Programs like this bring together the expertise of security vendors and healthcare leaders to help hospitals better prepare for and respond to cyber threats,” he said. As healthcare technology leaders gathered at HIMSS to discuss AI, digital health, and cybersecurity, the Rubrik initiative with the AHA reflects a growing focus on resilience—ensuring that hospitals can continue delivering care even in the face of increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Learn more about Rubrik: https://www.rubrik.com/

The Access Home program offers those who are eligible up to 15-thousand-dollars for a down payment or closing cost assistance. The program is designed to help more working families buy homes amid rising housing costs. In Cook County, Access Home is available for first-time homebuyers who earn up to $137,885--pending their household size. The assistance is provided as a zero-percent second mortgage and repayment can be deferred up to 30 years unless the house is sold or refinanced. More information can be found online at ihdamortgage.org.

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(Mar 10, 2026) As momentum grows around building workforce housing, a new initiative aims to fill in North Country development gaps. Also: Saranac Lake has passed a resolution that limits cooperation between the village's police department and federal immigration agencies.

Zineb Bhaby, AI Lead at the Norwegian Refugee Council, introduces NRC's CLEAR (Crisis Learning, Early-warning, Anticipation, and Response) initiative and discusses the critical necessity of data collaboration in the humanitarian sector with Humanitarian AI Today producer Brent Phillips. The CLEAR initiative is a three-year project supported by Twilio that is designed to build a digital "backbone" for humanitarian cooperation that the humanitarian community can collectively maintain and evolve. Zineb stresses that CLEAR's goal is bring together humanitarian, academic and private sector partners through a consortium to integrate diverse data sources into unified early warning and early action systems, leveraging artificial intelligence and predictive analytics to transform how humanitarian organizations detect, prepare for and respond to crises. Discussing CLEAR and challenges associated with the collection and use of data by aid organizations and the imperative to do better, Zineb nevertheless emphasizes that strict data governance remains a priority to protect the safety and sensitivity of information regarding vulnerable populations. By prioritizing an agile, safety preserving, open-source approach that bridges the gap between available information and field response, the initiative seeks to create a more resilient and unified technological foundation for the entire humanitarian ecosystem.

Co-founded in 2012 by Ryan Emmons, his cousin Alex Preston, a Hawaiian artist and game designer, and friend Matt Meyer, Waiākea Hawaiian Volcanic Beverages is a premium beverage company from Hilo, Hawai‘i, offering volcanic water, sparkling water, and coffee, crafted with deep respect for the land, its people, and the responsibility that comes with both.  Rooted in sustainability, Waiākea is setting a new standard for CPG, blending exceptional taste with conscious practices. From their certified B Corp status and proprietary 100% post-consumer recycled plastic, OceanPlast®, to their community-driven Kōkua Initiative nonprofit, Waiākea is changing the way we hydrate. Inspired by the founders' long-standing work with clean water and education non-profits, the concept for Waiākea was to move away from singular profit and towards a triple bottom line model (circular packaging, sustainable sourcing, and commitment to the community).  Their water embodies that mission with an experience that's natural alkaline pH, 100% BPA & PFA Free, packed with electrolytes & minerals, light, crisp, and refreshingly clean. In This Conversation We Discuss: [00:00] Intro [01:25] Turning sustainability into an advantage [03:28] Starting without industry experience [05:49] Sponsor: Electric Eye [07:00] Building a business from a class project [09:45] Self-distributing to reach early customers [11:57] Sponsor: Klaviyo [13:56] Building trust through consignment [15:12] Scaling distributions with good relationships [17:06] Callouts [17:16] Adjusting strategy based on performance [20:47] Sponsor: Intelligems [22:47] Managing supply chains for heavy goods [25:01] Balancing risk with growth opportunities Resources: Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on Youtube Alkaline Hawaiian Volcanic Water waiakea.com/ Follow Ryan Emmons linkedin.com/in/ryan-emmons-8709871b/ Book a demo today at intelligems.io/ Migrate and grow more klaviyo.com/honest    Schedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connect If you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

Medienminister Albert Rösti hat sich zum klaren Nein zur SRG-Initiative geäussert: Es sei ein Zeichen, dass die Bevölkerung hinter seinem Plan stehe, die SRG-Gebühren auf 300 Franken zu senken. Um dieses Sparziel zu erreichen, verlangt Rösti Kürzungen bei Sport und Unterhaltung. Und: · Iran hat einen neuen obersten Führer. Die Behörden in Teheran haben bekanntgegeben, dass Modschtaba Chamenei, der Sohn des getöteten Ajatollah Ali Chamenei, neu die Führung im Land übernimmt. · Wegen des Kriegs zwischen Iran, den USA und Israel steigt der Ölpreis weiter stark an. · In der Nacht hat der Iran weitere Raketen abgefeuert – die Golf-Staaten Kuwait und Katar melden schwere Explosionen durch iranische Raketen- und Drohnenangriffe. In Bahrain wurden mehrere Zivilpersonen verletzt. · Das erste Resultat aus dem deutschen Super-Wahljahr ist da: Das Bundesland Baden-Württemberg hat gewählt und die Grünen sind erneut stärkste Kraft. Sie holen nach vorläufigen Ergebnissen 30,2 Prozent der Stimmen und liegen damit knapp vor der CDU. Die AfD wird drittstärkste Kraft · Die Stadt Zürich rückt noch stärker nach links. In der Regierung kommen SP und Grüne zusammen auf sieben Sitze, so viele wie noch nie. Raphael Golta von der SP dürfte Stadtpräsident werden - der zweite Wahlgang gilt als Formsache. Im Parlament können SP, Grüne und AL ihre Mehrheit knapp halten.

Die Stimmbevölkerung hat die SRG-Initiative abgelehnt, die Serafe-Gebühr wird nicht auf 200 Franken gesenkt. Albert Rösti sieht sich in seinem Kurs bestätigt – und will weiterhin, dass die SRG im Sport- und Unterhaltungsbereich spart. Der Medienminister im Interview. Weitere Themen: · Viele städtische Kantone haben die Individualbesteuerung klar angenommen. Anders sieht es bei den ländlichen Kantonen aus, die die Vorlage abgelehnt haben. Politikwissenschaftlerin Sarah Bütikofer sagt: Der Stadt-Land-Graben deutet darauf hin, dass es der Stimmbevölkerung dabei nicht nur ums Geld ging – sondern auch um Gesellschaftspolitik und um Gleichstellung. · Die Landtagswahl in Baden-Württemberg war der Auftakt ins deutsche Super-Wahljahr. Für CDU und SPD, die Regierungsparteien im Bund, bedeutete sie eine Enttäuschung. Die CDU blieb knapp hinter den Grünen zurück, die SPD verzeichnete gar eine historische Niederlage. Was die Wahl für die Bundespolitik bedeutet, erklärt Claudia Kade, Ressortleiterin Politik bei der Tageszeitung «Die Welt». · Der Krieg im Iran hat sich längst auf den ganzen Nahen Osten ausgeweitet. Ziel des iranischen Regimes sei es, einen Flächenbrand zu entfachen: Das sagt auch Thomas Volk, Nahost-Experte bei der Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung. Wir sprechen mit ihm über die iranische Kriegsstrategie.

Christine D'Souza lebt im Elsass und hat für die Abstimmungen gestern ihre Stimme elektronisch abgegeben. Weil die Staatskanzlei den Stick aber nicht entschlüsseln kann, konnten die Stimmen nicht dazu gezählt werden. D'Souza will nun rechtliche Schritte einleiten. Ausserdem: · Knappes Nein bei der Prämienabzugs-Initiative in Baselland

Ja zur Individualbesteuerung, Nein zur SRG-Initiative, Nein zur Klimafonds-Initiative und Nein zur Bargeld-Initiative: So hat das Stimmvolk in der Schweiz am Sonntag entschieden. Alle Resultate und Einschätzungen dazu im Info3 am Abstimmungssonntag. Weitere Themen: Die Angriffe Israels und der USA auf den Iran dauern an, ebenso die iranischen Luftschläge auf Ziele in verschiedenen Ländern der Region. In der iranischen Hauptstadt Teheran verdunkelten am Sonntag dichte Rauchschwaden den Himmel, nachdem ein Öllager bobardiert worden war. Grosse Freude bei der FDP: Das Stimmvolk hat die Vorlage zur Individualbesteuerung angenommen. Verheiratete Paare reichen künftig keine gemeinsame Steuererklärung mehr ein. Doch die unterlegene Mitte-Partei hat bereits eine nächste Initiative angekündigt. Das Nein der Stimmbevölkerung zur SRG-Initiative sei ein Vertrauensbeweis, sagt SRG Generaldirektorin Susanne Wille am Abstimmungssonntag. Dennoch dürfte der Druck auf die SRG weiterhin hoch bleiben, denn bald wird die Konzession neu verhandelt - und der Gewerbeverband möchte weitere Unternehmen von der Gebühr befreit sehen.

Das Baselbiet hat heute über fünf kantonale Vorlagen entschieden. Zum Abstimmungskrimi kam es bei der Prämienabzugsinitiative der SVP. Sie scheiterte am Ende knapp. Wäre die Initiative angenommen worden, hätte es grosse Steuerausfälle gegeben. Ausserdem Thema: · Baselbiet lehnt Tempo-30-Initiative des TCS ab · In Baselstadt zählen die Stimmen des E-Vortings nicht · FC Basel verliert gegen St. Gallen 0:3

In this deeply moving episode, Dr. Lotte sits down with award-winning memoirist Jenny Brandemuehl, author of Forever Fly Free, to explore love, trauma, resilience, and the invisible threads that carry us through unimaginable loss. Jenny shares the story behind her 2025 International Impact Book Award–winning memoir — beginning with her love story with Mark, their Silicon Valley life, and the devastating plane crash after takeoff from Scottsdale Airport, where he was pulled from the wreckage with life-threatening burns. As Mark fought for his life in the Arizona Burn Center, Jenny became caregiver, advocate, and anchor for her family — navigating trauma, hope, miracles, and ultimately, profound loss. In this conversation, you'll discover: ✦ How grief evolves over time ✦ How to hold joy and sorrow at the same time✦ The power of healing in community and building a chosen family✦ What it means to find love again after profound loss✦ Whether life unfolds according to a larger script✦ Why love is more than an emotion - it is energy   This episode is for anyone walking through grief, caregiving, trauma recovery, or profound life change - and for those who need a reminder that healing is possible. If this conversation moves you, please like this video, subscribe for more heart-centered conversations, and share it with someone who may need it right now.  

Since God has already predestined everyone who will be saved, why should we evangelize? Today, R.C. Sproul reflects on the Bible's compelling answer to this common question. Get the new 40th-anniversary edition of R.C. Sproul's book Chosen by God, plus his video teaching series on DVD, when you donate today. You'll also get digital access to all 6 messages and the study guide: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/   Live outside the U.S. and Canada? Request the Chosen by God digital teaching series and study guide with your donation: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/global Do you live near Houston, TX? Gather with us on March 17 for a night of Bible teaching and fellowship: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/houston   Meet Today's Teacher:   R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was founder of Ligonier Ministries, first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's Chapel, first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine.   Meet the Host:   Nathan W. Bingham is vice president of media for Ligonier Ministries, executive producer and host of Renewing Your Mind, and host of the Ask Ligonier podcast. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

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A New Orleans initiative to increase citywide recycling is under threat. This is despite the fact that the city has more than 5 million dollars worth of support from the EPA and a national nonprofit to support this program.Reporter for Verite News, Katie Jane Fernelius, tells us more. Sea habitats are vanishing in the Gulf due to overfishing. Now, there's a potential human-made solution for this human-made problem: artificial reefs. In the first part of the latest episode of Sea Change, we learn how artificial reefs are helping to provide a new habitat for sea life in Alabama. And next week, we'll learn about a similar initiative being deployed in Cambodia.___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Alana Schreiber. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We get production and technical support from Garrett Pittman, Adam Vos and our assistant producer Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, Google Play and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you! Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

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This week, we wanted to ask a question that has been in our hearts and on our minds for years: Is it possible to try to make positive change in the world, and still stay healthy and sane? Dutch writer, political philosopher, and “recovering diplomat” Nori Spauwen believes that the answer is yes – even if it's not always easy to strike the right balance. We chatted with Nori about “healthy” activism and training yourself to feel empowered in response to difficult news. If you've been overwhelmed lately (has anyone not?), this is a conversation for you.   Also in this week's episode: a successful European Citizens' Initiative that will make it easier for European women to procure abortion across borders, and a very Bad Week for Greece's former finance minister-turned-public intellectual Yanis Varoufakis stemming from a Kylie Minogue concert 36 years ago.   Resources for this episode:   Re: Iranians in Europe (documentary) My Voice My Choice on Instagram (a masterclass in how to run an online campaign in 2026) How to launch a European Citizens' Initiative  Our episode from August 2025 in which Wojciech discusses the Stop Destroying Videogames Europeans Citizens' Initiative Nori's website Her book, Actie! (in Dutch) Her podcast, Verzetje (also in Dutch) The European Little Owl    This week's Inspiration Station recommendations are this video recipe for Mezrab soup and Die Erweiterung by Robert Menasse.   SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER: Get more of what you like from the podcast, delivered to your inbox each Friday. Sign up for GOOD WEEK BAD WEEK right here.   This podcast was brought to you in cooperation with Euranet Plus, the leading radio network for EU news. But it's contributions from listeners that truly make it all possible—we could not continue to make the show without you! If you like what we do, you can chip in to help us cover our production costs at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/europeanspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (in many different currencies), or you can gift a donation to a superfan. We'd also love it if you could tell two friends about this podcast. We think two feels like a reasonable number. Produced by Katz Laszlo and Wojciech Oleksiak Mixing and mastering by Wojciech Oleksiak Music by Jim Barne and Mariska Martina Record scratch sound effect by luffy via freesound.org   The Europeans is proudly produced using Europe's own Hindenburg. YouTube | Bluesky | Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Substack | hello@europeanspodcast.com

Send a textWhat if the fastest route to a meaningful life is slowing down for the people at home?  Today, we welcome the founder and CEO of Arena Staffing, Dave Kooiman.In our conversation, Dave opens up about small-town roots, a painful college cut, getting fired, and the surprising breakthroughs that followed. The result isn't a hustle story; it's a playbook for building a family culture with clear values, humble leadership, and daily presence.We start with gratitude and the simple joy of being together—church, school, coaches, and late-night game watching. Dave introduces us to his family's world: a long love story with his wife and three kids on different paths—golf, cheer, flag football, and baseball. When his daughter lost the spark for club soccer, he didn't double down. He listened. That choice reframed attitude and effort at home and became the seed for the “Kooiman Compass,” a visible set of family values—Kindness, Obedience, Opportunity, Initiative, Mission, Appreciation, Non-judgment—posted in the kitchen to guide everyday behavior.From there, we head into the hard stuff. Dave relives getting cut from college soccer for being “not all-in,” a lesson in commitment that stung for a year but forged resilience. Later, a corporate firing pushed him to launch Arena, a skilled trades staffing and headhunting firm in the AEC space. We unpack risk, personal guarantees, and the early years of living lean. The quiet hero is his wife—steady belief, tightened budgets, and a simple charge: “I've got the kids. Figure out what's next.” Her support didn't just save a business; it safeguarded a family.The throughline is presence. We talk about guarding evenings, coaching golf, and choosing a family Scotland-Ireland dream over a buddies-only trip. We confront ego, set boundaries, and remember that happy homes make better teammates at work. If you care about faith-driven leadership, parenting with purpose, or practical ways to build character at home, you'll find tools you can use tonight—questions to ask your kids, values to post on the wall, and a calendar that finally reflects what matters most.If this conversation nudged you to put family first, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review. Your support helps more dads find the courage to lead at home.Support the showPlease don't forget to leave us a review wherever you consume your podcasts! Please help us get more dads to listen weekly and become the ultimate leader of their homes!

The start of the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race begins long before the teams reach the trail. One of the most anticipated events of race week is the Iditarod Mushers Banquet, where fans, sponsors, and mushers gather in Anchorage for an evening that officially launches the Last Great Race on Earth.In this episode of the Mushing Podcast, hosts Robert and Michele Forto take listeners inside this iconic event. The banquet features the famous bib drawing from a traditional mukluk, meet-and-greet opportunities with mushers, auctions that help support the race, and special tributes to important figures in Iditarod history.The show also explores updates to the Iditarod Insider platform, including multi-camera livestreams, improved GPS tracking, fan chat features, and SMS alerts that allow followers around the world to stay connected to the race.Finally, the hosts discuss the newly announced IditaHealth: Smiles for Miles program, a pediatric dental initiative that will bring preventative oral health care and education to children in rural checkpoint communities along the Iditarod Trail. The program highlights how the race continues to support Alaska's trail communities beyond the competition itself. Listeners will also hear about new features coming to this year's Mushing Podcast coverage, including nightly race recaps, historical insights, rulebook discussions, and fan interaction throughout the race.Support our WorkLike this episode? Share it with your mushing friends!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and shareSign up for our Newsletter HEREJoin the On-Air Media Coaching waitlist for a chance to get coached on the air by Rober and get your podcast questions answered in real time.Apply now to the Team and Trail Foundation funding page and get support to turn your outdoor, education, or community project into a real impact.Apply for the Mushing® Media Accelerator and get deeper support and expert guidance tailored to your specific sponsorship and media goals. Email us at podcast@mushing.comFollow Mushing® for more muhsing news, insights, and more: Facebook | X | InstagramYou can contact us here: Podcast@mushing.com © 2010-2026 by Mushing® All Rights Reserved

RTE's Environment Correspondent, George Lee reports on a new code to protect Ireland's marine creatures from over-enthusiastic members of the public.

Iran-Krieg Tag 6, Nationalrat: Nein zur «Neutralitäts-Initiative» und Gegenvorschlag, Chinas Volkskongress beginnt jährliche Tagung, Briefmarke «125 Jahre Alberto Giacometti» vorgestellt

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We often talk about progress on International Women's Day, but real progress in our organisations means taking a hard look at what still isn't working, especially where workplace harassment is concerned. Throwing a policy on the shelf or holding a one-off session misses the point. The reality - which far too many women live, often in silence - should make us all uncomfortable.As leaders and managers, we set the tone. When we treat workplace harassment as just a legal issue, we fail our people. It is a leadership issue, a cultural issue, and for too many, a daily experience that chips away at well-being, confidence, and trust. The recent statistics stagger me: 80% of women on average do not report harassment, many don't even recognise it at the time, and this is happening in every sector. Power dynamics, exhaustion, and a lack of confidence all play roles - so does a work culture where open conversation isn't normalised.I'm joined by Prisca Bradley, whose expertise in employment law and discrimination practice is one thing, but it's her straight-talking focus on actionable responsibility that I value most. Together we get specific - what does meaningful responsibility look like for leaders and managers? How does proactive, ongoing education replace reactive, box-ticking behaviour? What tangible steps can you take, not only to comply, but to ensure your people are supported, seen, and able to thrive?You'll hear stories, concrete examples, and practical advice on everything from risk assessments to opening up conversations that matter. This is about more than compliance. It's about leadership that actively builds a culture where employees are safe, engaged, and able to contribute at their best.If you care about high-performing teams and your reputation as an employer, knowing your part in this is essential.More about PriscaHaving been a solicitor and partner in private practice for several law firms, Prisca Bradley decided to set up her own consultancy in 2019 focussing on providing a blend of employment law advice and support and training to organisations and businesses primarily within the education, charity, technology and start-up sectors. She particularly enjoys supporting leaders and managers to develop their skills and working with organisations to create healthy working environments.Get in touch with Prisca: www.bradleyemploymentconsulting.co.ukResources & ReferencesInsight to Action: Tackling Workplace Harassment: Leadership Responsibility in ActionWatch this episode on YouTube7 Superpowers of Women in the Workplace Part 1 - Dr Shawn Andrews (itstimeforchange.co.uk)7 Superpowers of Women in the Workplace Part 2 - Dr Shawn Andrews (itstimeforchange.co.uk)Women's Equality 50 Years On: Actions for Employers – Prisca Bradley (itstimeforchange.co.uk)3 Inspirational Female Leaders (itstimeforchange.co.uk)Employer 8 Step Guide Preventing Sexual Harassment Work (equalityhumanrights.com)Employers' Initiative on Domestic Abuse (eida.org.uk)Developing a combined measure of domestic abuse, sexual assault and stalking, England and Wales - Office for National StatisticsRetained Partnership InfoContact details for LisaLinkedIn: lisapsychologySign up to be kept in the loop: itstimeforchange.co.uk/jointheclubEmail me for a friendly chat: lisa@itstimeforchange.co.uk

Dr. Deborah Sikes describes the Veteran to BSN Pathway initiative designed to help military veterans transition into professional nursing through a BSN program. The program builds on veterans' prior military training, healthcare experience, and leadership skills. She discusses how they evaluated and translated these into academic credit, advanced placement, and targeted support services.

Karen Stallman of SIU School of Medicine's Farm Family Resource Initiative shares how rural farm families are dealing with accelerating changes in rural life and provides a lifeline at 833-FARM-SOS.

Note: This podcast was recorded on 27 February, one day before the start of the war in the Middle East. With rising geopolitical tensions and Europe's heavy reliance on energy imports, energy security tops the EU's agenda. Diversifying imports and boosting domestic production — on paper, it sounds simple – but in reality, it is anything but! What are the main challenges? How can Europe move forward? To explore these questions, I'm joined by Albéric Mongrenier, Executive Director of the European Initiative for Energy Security.

In this episode of American Dream Factory, Nick Smoot sits down with Morgan Dixon, a 24-year-old PhD student in artificial intelligence and machine learning at the University of Idaho.Morgan represents a rare but replicable archetype: a young man preparing to launch into the world with technical competence, grounded character, and calm confidence. While many of his peers feel uncertain about the future of work, Morgan is building inside it. He works as a consulting data scientist and software engineer, contributing to healthcare and behavioral health systems, including AI-driven modernization efforts connected to state-level crisis infrastructure.This conversation is not about hype. It is about formation.It is about how young men develop direction in an era of automation, distraction, and drift.What This Episode Covers:The Launch PathMorgan shares how his path was shaped by:Early entrepreneurship in his teensDual enrollment in high schoolPivoting degrees after academic setbacksWalking resumes door-to-door in SeattleWorking full-time while pursuing graduate studiesHis story reinforces a simple truth: initiative compounds.Proof of Work Over CredentialsA degree is common. Proof of execution is rare.Morgan explains why many computer science graduates are struggling and why building real projects, writing models, and demonstrating competence now matter more than ever. In a world where AI lowers the barrier to entry, differentiation requires depth, discipline, and visible output.AI Is Changing the Shape of OpportunityThe conversation explores:How AI has democratized software developmentWhy domain expertise now matters more than surface coding abilityWhy Morgan is exploring hardware and security-heavy industriesWhat he has learned from working inside healthcare data and reimbursement systemsInnovation follows incentives. Understanding those incentives creates leverage.Healthcare and Government as Builder EnvironmentsMorgan offers insight into working within healthcare and state systems:Data fragmentation and interoperability challengesBilling structures that shape innovationThe need for simplicity in behavioral health and remote monitoringThe patience required to work in public infrastructureThese are complex systems that reward serious builders.Raising Men Who BuildNick asks a direct question:“What should I do so my kid's not a turd?”Morgan's answer is direct:Send them into the real world.Have them job shadow.Let them see real work.Expose them to adults who build and solve problems.Direction comes from exposure. Confidence comes from competence. Drift comes from isolation.Key TakeawaysFor young men:Stop waiting. Go build something.Meet people in person. Initiative creates luck.Develop technical depth and real-world exposure.Do hard things before you feel ready.For parents:Exposure beats lectures.Responsibility builds identity.Encourage initiative, not comfort.In an era where machines are accelerating and many young people feel unmoored, this episode offers a grounded alternative: calm confidence, technical competence, and the discipline to build.Learn more at buildcities.com or Morgan Dixon

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is beginning a broad modernization effort to unify the systems used by USDA's Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service and Risk Management Agency. The goal of “One Farmer, One File” is to create a single, streamlined record that follows the farmer— no matter which USDA agency they are working with-- thus reducing the administrative burden for farmers. In this episode, hear what Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins told the crowd at the Feb. 2026 Commodity Classic Convention when she revealed the new initiative.

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Winter is here in the UK, so while Saul and Lucy hunker down, don layers and fire up the kettle more frequently than usual, what do their minds turn to in the garden? This is the perfect season for clearance of 2025 growth, for establishing new designs and for de-cluttering stores and greenhouses. Any hours that you can put into the garden now, will reward you hugely come spring and summer, when the jobs mount up. Quick - more tea and biscuits!At last! Spring is on the horizon, we've had a few days without rain and it finally feels as though that winter dankness is coming to an end. So, the podcasting duo celebrate with... a day out in London! It's to visit the Garden Press Event - and as well as catching up with their horticultural chums, Lucy and Saul see innovations in peat-free composts, water conservation and much more. As if that wasn't enough, Saul has also been able to flex his gardening muscles with some fruit tree and wisteria pruning, while Lucy blitzes a huge rash of weeds, pots up cyclamen seedlings and plants some impressive standard elaeagnus.Instagram link:Saul plantsmansaulLucy lucychamberlaingardensIntro and Outro music from https://filmmusic.io"Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)Support the show

Despite record numbers of displaced people worldwide, resettlement options are facing a critical decline - global impacts including shrinking legal pathways, slashing of admission numbers and funding cuts to agencies. But for the first time, a new community-led initiative will support LGBTIQ+ refugees to apply for Australia's humanitarian program - offering dedicated support for priority processing.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Felecia Hatcher CEO of Black Ambition, the national entrepreneurial initiative founded by Grammy-winning artist Pharrell Williams. Black Ambition provides capital, mentorship, mental wellness support, and a nationally competitive platform for Black and Hispanic founders, particularly those from HBCUs and underserved communities. Throughout the conversation, Hatcher breaks down the mission of Black Ambition, how its competition works, success stories, the mentorship pipeline, and her personal entrepreneurial journey from being a self‑described “C student” to running a major national innovation fund. Purpose of the Interview 1. Introduce Black Ambition’s Mission and Impact To explain how Black Ambition funds, mentors, and accelerates Black and Hispanic founders, awarding millions in capital and building pathways to long-term entrepreneurial success. 2. Educate Entrepreneurs on How to Compete Successfully Hatcher breaks down the application process, common mistakes, and how to stand out in one of the nation’s most competitive entrepreneurial prize competitions. 3. Inspire Through Transparency and Personal Storytelling Her journey—from a C student to tech entrepreneur, to CEO working directly with Pharrell—models what perseverance and creativity can achieve. 4. Spread Awareness of Black Ambition Resources & Events She highlights opportunities like Demo Day, masterclasses, mentorship cohorts, and the Fundable Founders Forum. Key Takeaways 1. Black Ambition Creates “Unprecedented Access” for Black & Brown Founders Hatcher emphasizes the organization’s mission of closing opportunity gaps caused by misaligned mentorship and unequal access to funding.Black Ambition invests capital, provides structured mentorship, and connects entrepreneurs to world-class partners (e.g., Louis Vuitton). 2. Highly Competitive National Competition 2,500–3,000 applications annually Only 250 semifinalists Semifinalists enter a three‑month cohort with elite mentorship Top teams advance to Demo Day for capital awards and follow-on support Categories include HBCU, National Finalists, Top Prize, and People’s Choice.. Hatcher stresses: Success leaves clues.Many past winners share insights, host office hours, and guide new applicants. 3. The Process Itself Makes Founders Stronger Hatcher says repeated applications build clarity, sharpen pitches, and transform entrepreneurs—even if they don’t win the first time. She cites an example: Lawrence Phillips, founder of Green Book Global, who succeeded on his third try. 4. Holistic Approach: Mental Health & Wellness Along with capital and mentorship, Black Ambition offers mental-wellness support because entrepreneurship is emotionally taxing.Founders are encountering proximity to wealth and power for the first time, and need guidance on transparency, investor expectations, and emotional resilience. 5. Black Women Are Fastest-Growing Entrepreneurs—But Need Teams Hatcher notes that Black women lead in entrepreneurship but often operate without teams.Black Ambition does not invest in solopreneurs; founders must demonstrate team-building capacity to create economic multiplier effects in communities. 6. Pharrell’s Why: Opening Doors He Once Needed Pharrell invests in Black Ambition because: He once needed others to “believe in him until he could believe in himself.” He wants to dismantle gatekeeping in industries where Black talent exists but opportunity does not. He believes “talent is not equally distributed by zip code, but opportunity can be.” 7. Felecia Hatcher’s Personal Origin Story Her credibility comes from lived experience: A “C student” told she’d never make it to college College dropout Built multiple tech companies Founded Black Tech Week and the Center for Black Innovation Comes from a family of Jamaican farmers and Georgia builders who were “entrepreneurs before the word was used.”. Her takeaway: Creativity builds pathways to success that traditional systems overlook. 8. The Event is Public – and Transformational Black Ambition’s Demo Day is open to the public, creating visibility, inspiration, and networking opportunities for founders and supporters. Notable Quotes (All from the Transcript) On Black Ambition’s Mission “We’ve been building a rocket ship to create unprecedented access to opportunities and resources.”. “People are too comfortable wasting the time of Black entrepreneurs with misaligned resources and low-vibrational mentorship.”. On the Competition “Success leaves clues.” “Apply again… every time I applied, I became a different entrepreneur.” On Holistic Support “Entrepreneurship can swallow you whole.”. On Team Building “We don’t invest in solopreneurs… You need a team mindset.” On Pharrell’s Motivation “He borrowed someone else’s belief in him until that became his own.” “Talent is not equally distributed by zip code, but opportunity can be.” On Personal Journey “I’m a C student and a college dropout… I never let those things define me.”. “There is more than one pathway to success if you get creative.”. On Why Founders Should Join “Do you want to be in the same position this time next year? If the answer is no, then say yes to the process.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Felecia Hatcher CEO of Black Ambition, the national entrepreneurial initiative founded by Grammy-winning artist Pharrell Williams. Black Ambition provides capital, mentorship, mental wellness support, and a nationally competitive platform for Black and Hispanic founders, particularly those from HBCUs and underserved communities. Throughout the conversation, Hatcher breaks down the mission of Black Ambition, how its competition works, success stories, the mentorship pipeline, and her personal entrepreneurial journey from being a self‑described “C student” to running a major national innovation fund. Purpose of the Interview 1. Introduce Black Ambition’s Mission and Impact To explain how Black Ambition funds, mentors, and accelerates Black and Hispanic founders, awarding millions in capital and building pathways to long-term entrepreneurial success. 2. Educate Entrepreneurs on How to Compete Successfully Hatcher breaks down the application process, common mistakes, and how to stand out in one of the nation’s most competitive entrepreneurial prize competitions. 3. Inspire Through Transparency and Personal Storytelling Her journey—from a C student to tech entrepreneur, to CEO working directly with Pharrell—models what perseverance and creativity can achieve. 4. Spread Awareness of Black Ambition Resources & Events She highlights opportunities like Demo Day, masterclasses, mentorship cohorts, and the Fundable Founders Forum. Key Takeaways 1. Black Ambition Creates “Unprecedented Access” for Black & Brown Founders Hatcher emphasizes the organization’s mission of closing opportunity gaps caused by misaligned mentorship and unequal access to funding.Black Ambition invests capital, provides structured mentorship, and connects entrepreneurs to world-class partners (e.g., Louis Vuitton). 2. Highly Competitive National Competition 2,500–3,000 applications annually Only 250 semifinalists Semifinalists enter a three‑month cohort with elite mentorship Top teams advance to Demo Day for capital awards and follow-on support Categories include HBCU, National Finalists, Top Prize, and People’s Choice.. Hatcher stresses: Success leaves clues.Many past winners share insights, host office hours, and guide new applicants. 3. The Process Itself Makes Founders Stronger Hatcher says repeated applications build clarity, sharpen pitches, and transform entrepreneurs—even if they don’t win the first time. She cites an example: Lawrence Phillips, founder of Green Book Global, who succeeded on his third try. 4. Holistic Approach: Mental Health & Wellness Along with capital and mentorship, Black Ambition offers mental-wellness support because entrepreneurship is emotionally taxing.Founders are encountering proximity to wealth and power for the first time, and need guidance on transparency, investor expectations, and emotional resilience. 5. Black Women Are Fastest-Growing Entrepreneurs—But Need Teams Hatcher notes that Black women lead in entrepreneurship but often operate without teams.Black Ambition does not invest in solopreneurs; founders must demonstrate team-building capacity to create economic multiplier effects in communities. 6. Pharrell’s Why: Opening Doors He Once Needed Pharrell invests in Black Ambition because: He once needed others to “believe in him until he could believe in himself.” He wants to dismantle gatekeeping in industries where Black talent exists but opportunity does not. He believes “talent is not equally distributed by zip code, but opportunity can be.” 7. Felecia Hatcher’s Personal Origin Story Her credibility comes from lived experience: A “C student” told she’d never make it to college College dropout Built multiple tech companies Founded Black Tech Week and the Center for Black Innovation Comes from a family of Jamaican farmers and Georgia builders who were “entrepreneurs before the word was used.”. Her takeaway: Creativity builds pathways to success that traditional systems overlook. 8. The Event is Public – and Transformational Black Ambition’s Demo Day is open to the public, creating visibility, inspiration, and networking opportunities for founders and supporters. Notable Quotes (All from the Transcript) On Black Ambition’s Mission “We’ve been building a rocket ship to create unprecedented access to opportunities and resources.”. “People are too comfortable wasting the time of Black entrepreneurs with misaligned resources and low-vibrational mentorship.”. On the Competition “Success leaves clues.” “Apply again… every time I applied, I became a different entrepreneur.” On Holistic Support “Entrepreneurship can swallow you whole.”. On Team Building “We don’t invest in solopreneurs… You need a team mindset.” On Pharrell’s Motivation “He borrowed someone else’s belief in him until that became his own.” “Talent is not equally distributed by zip code, but opportunity can be.” On Personal Journey “I’m a C student and a college dropout… I never let those things define me.”. “There is more than one pathway to success if you get creative.”. On Why Founders Should Join “Do you want to be in the same position this time next year? If the answer is no, then say yes to the process.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Felecia Hatcher CEO of Black Ambition, the national entrepreneurial initiative founded by Grammy-winning artist Pharrell Williams. Black Ambition provides capital, mentorship, mental wellness support, and a nationally competitive platform for Black and Hispanic founders, particularly those from HBCUs and underserved communities. Throughout the conversation, Hatcher breaks down the mission of Black Ambition, how its competition works, success stories, the mentorship pipeline, and her personal entrepreneurial journey from being a self‑described “C student” to running a major national innovation fund. Purpose of the Interview 1. Introduce Black Ambition’s Mission and Impact To explain how Black Ambition funds, mentors, and accelerates Black and Hispanic founders, awarding millions in capital and building pathways to long-term entrepreneurial success. 2. Educate Entrepreneurs on How to Compete Successfully Hatcher breaks down the application process, common mistakes, and how to stand out in one of the nation’s most competitive entrepreneurial prize competitions. 3. Inspire Through Transparency and Personal Storytelling Her journey—from a C student to tech entrepreneur, to CEO working directly with Pharrell—models what perseverance and creativity can achieve. 4. Spread Awareness of Black Ambition Resources & Events She highlights opportunities like Demo Day, masterclasses, mentorship cohorts, and the Fundable Founders Forum. Key Takeaways 1. Black Ambition Creates “Unprecedented Access” for Black & Brown Founders Hatcher emphasizes the organization’s mission of closing opportunity gaps caused by misaligned mentorship and unequal access to funding.Black Ambition invests capital, provides structured mentorship, and connects entrepreneurs to world-class partners (e.g., Louis Vuitton). 2. Highly Competitive National Competition 2,500–3,000 applications annually Only 250 semifinalists Semifinalists enter a three‑month cohort with elite mentorship Top teams advance to Demo Day for capital awards and follow-on support Categories include HBCU, National Finalists, Top Prize, and People’s Choice.. Hatcher stresses: Success leaves clues.Many past winners share insights, host office hours, and guide new applicants. 3. The Process Itself Makes Founders Stronger Hatcher says repeated applications build clarity, sharpen pitches, and transform entrepreneurs—even if they don’t win the first time. She cites an example: Lawrence Phillips, founder of Green Book Global, who succeeded on his third try. 4. Holistic Approach: Mental Health & Wellness Along with capital and mentorship, Black Ambition offers mental-wellness support because entrepreneurship is emotionally taxing.Founders are encountering proximity to wealth and power for the first time, and need guidance on transparency, investor expectations, and emotional resilience. 5. Black Women Are Fastest-Growing Entrepreneurs—But Need Teams Hatcher notes that Black women lead in entrepreneurship but often operate without teams.Black Ambition does not invest in solopreneurs; founders must demonstrate team-building capacity to create economic multiplier effects in communities. 6. Pharrell’s Why: Opening Doors He Once Needed Pharrell invests in Black Ambition because: He once needed others to “believe in him until he could believe in himself.” He wants to dismantle gatekeeping in industries where Black talent exists but opportunity does not. He believes “talent is not equally distributed by zip code, but opportunity can be.” 7. Felecia Hatcher’s Personal Origin Story Her credibility comes from lived experience: A “C student” told she’d never make it to college College dropout Built multiple tech companies Founded Black Tech Week and the Center for Black Innovation Comes from a family of Jamaican farmers and Georgia builders who were “entrepreneurs before the word was used.”. Her takeaway: Creativity builds pathways to success that traditional systems overlook. 8. The Event is Public – and Transformational Black Ambition’s Demo Day is open to the public, creating visibility, inspiration, and networking opportunities for founders and supporters. Notable Quotes (All from the Transcript) On Black Ambition’s Mission “We’ve been building a rocket ship to create unprecedented access to opportunities and resources.”. “People are too comfortable wasting the time of Black entrepreneurs with misaligned resources and low-vibrational mentorship.”. On the Competition “Success leaves clues.” “Apply again… every time I applied, I became a different entrepreneur.” On Holistic Support “Entrepreneurship can swallow you whole.”. On Team Building “We don’t invest in solopreneurs… You need a team mindset.” On Pharrell’s Motivation “He borrowed someone else’s belief in him until that became his own.” “Talent is not equally distributed by zip code, but opportunity can be.” On Personal Journey “I’m a C student and a college dropout… I never let those things define me.”. “There is more than one pathway to success if you get creative.”. On Why Founders Should Join “Do you want to be in the same position this time next year? If the answer is no, then say yes to the process.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This week, we're joined by Alexis Gauba, Co-Founder of Raindrop, an AI native observability platform built for agents in production.Alexis breaks down why operating agents is fundamentally different from monitoring traditional software. As systems shift from deterministic code to probabilistic behavior, dashboards alone are not enough. Teams need to detect unknown issues, track signals like forgetting, and understand long agent trajectories across millions of AI events.We discuss why agent observability has become essential over the past year, what makes agent infrastructure distinct from prior platform shifts, and when internal tooling stops scaling. Alexis also explains Raindrop's approach to production monitoring, combining explicit signals with automated detection to help teams not just find issues, but fix them.Episode chapters:2:05 - Founding Raindrop3:54 - Building with Close Friends5:44 - What Raindrop Actually Does7:45 - The Reliability Challenge of Agents9:55 - Monitoring Agents at Scale14:45 - Experiencing the Pain Firsthand18:00 - The Rise of Agent Infrastructure22:17 - Internal AI Use Cases24:07 - Hiring for Initiative and Ownership28:30 - The Power of Multitasking32:06 - Quick Fire Round This episode is brought to you by Grata, the leading deal sourcing platform for private equity. Grata's AI powered search, investment grade data, and intuitive workflows help you find and win the right deals faster. Visit grata.com to book a demo.This episode is also sponsored by Overlap, the AI powered app that uses LLMs to surface the best moments from any podcast. Overlap reads full transcripts, finds the most relevant clips, and stitches them into a personalized stream of insights. Tap into podcasts as a real information source with Overlap 2.0, now available on the App Store.

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Triggerwarnung: In der Folge geht es um Rassismus. Leider haben wir uns dazu entschieden die aktuelle Folge #228 von allen Plattformen zu nehmen. Grund dafür ist der Schutz der beteiligten Personen. Ihr wisst, dass ein respektvoller Umgang mit allen Involvierten für uns an erster Stelle steht. Nach aktuellen Entwicklungen haben wir die Situation erneut bewertet und uns für diesen Schritt entschieden. Bitte habt Verständnis dafür. Die nächste Folge für euch ist schon in der Vorbereitung. Um die Zeit bis dahin zu überbrücken, haben wir in unserem Archiv eine Episode ausgewählt, die uns sehr lange beschäftigt hat. Es geht um ein Verbrechen, das sich in diesen Tagen zum sechsten Mal jährt und für viele Hinterbliebene und Betroffene schmerzhaft präsent ist. Es geht um den rassistisch motivierten Anschlag in Hanau, den wir aus der Sicht zweier Familien erzählen. Mit der Hoffnung auf eine bessere Zukunft für ihren Sohn haben Vilis Eltern ihre Heimat Rumänien verlassen und sind nach Deutschland gezogen. Diese Chance will der 22-Jährige nutzen, später einmal Lebensmitteltechniker werden und eine große Familie gründen. Bis dahin liefert Vili Pakete aus, um so zumindest vorerst seine Eltern finanziell zu unterstützen. Auch an diesem Tag ist er wieder auf Liefertour als wie aus dem Nichts ein ohrenbetäubender Knall zu hören ist - und dann sieht Vili einen Mann mit einer Waffe direkt vor sich stehen. Etris und sein kleiner Bruder Nesar sind gerade in ihrer Stammkneipe, der Arena-Bar, als sie es von draußen vier Mal laut knallen hören. Die Brüder hatten sich an diesem Abend hier mit ihren Freunden verabredet, um gemütlich ein Fußballspiel zu schauen. Doch jetzt kommt Panik auf. Denn plötzlich tritt ein bewaffneter Mann in den Eingangsbereich. Er ist nicht zufällig hier - er hatte sich genau diese Bar ausgesucht, weil er wusste, wen er hier antreffen würde: sein Feindbild. Sechs Jahre nach dem rassistischen Attentat in Hanau-Kesselstadt sind noch viele Fragen offen: Wieso bekommt ein Mensch, der eine psychische Erkrankung hat, einen Waffenschein ausgestellt? Warum wurden die Notrufe nicht angenommen? Warum war ein Notausgang abgeschlossen? Und was wusste der Vater des Täters? Fragen, die sich auch Etris Hashemi stellt, der mit uns für diese Folge gesprochen hat und dem es - genauso wie allen anderen Hinterbliebenen und Überlebenden - sehr wichtig ist, dass sich solch eine Tat nicht wiederholt und dass die Namen der Toten niemals vergessen werden. **Credit** Produzentinnen/Hosts: Paulina Krasa, Laura Wohlers Recherche: Paulina Krasa, Laura Wohlers, Vera Grün Schnitt: Pauline Korb **Quellen (Auswahl)** Wenn ihr die Initiative des 19. Februar unterstützen wollt, könnt ihr das hier tun: https://19feb-hanau.org Ein Jahr nach dem 19. Februar in Hanau: https://bit.ly/3gP7G5Y Initiative 19. Februar Hanau: Wir klagen an!: https://bit.ly/3BARizT Zeit: “63454”: https://bit.ly/3GVbc9A Spiegel: Die Hanau-Protokolle: https://bit.ly/3oKWBaD fr: Hanau: https://bit.ly/3HU7cY7 Amadeu Antonio Stiftung: Said Nasar Hashemi: https://bit.ly/36fJRT0 Deutschlandfunk: Gedenken an das Attentat: https://bit.ly/3rPZLvJ faz: Vili Viorel Paun für Zivilcourage geehrt: https://bit.ly/3Bv1qdm Zeit: Terrorist oder Psychopath?: https://bit.ly/3gKjA19 Der Spiegel: Amoklauf in Hanau: https://bit.ly/3sKesiW ZDFheute Nachrichten: Ein Jahr nach dem rassistischen Terror: https://bit.ly/3rPSMmh WDR 5 Dok 5: Der letzte Tag: https://spoti.fi/3sHZI4f Spiegel: Psychogramm eines Terroristen: https://bit.ly/3JtGw0V Zeit: Sie klagen an: https://bit.ly/3HVWaSk **Partner der Episode** Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte: https://linktr.ee/Mordlust Du möchtest Werbung in diesem Podcast schalten? Dann erfahre hier mehr über die Werbemöglichkeiten bei Seven.One Audio: https://www.seven.one/portfolio/sevenone-audio

Marco Rubio's Munich Speech asks a question most leaders avoid: is the globalist era over? Professor Nick Giordano explains why this address signals the birth of a New Western Doctrine. The Rubio Doctrine on America First, sovereignty, and Western civilization marks a historic pivot from the "end of history" delusion to a new era of Civilizational Realism. Rubio's speech reframes America First as a revitalized alliance of sovereign nations, not isolationism, and rejects the post–Cold War "end of history" delusion in favor of civilizational realism. With America nearing its 250th anniversary, this episode connects Rubio's doctrine to Founding principles, industrial sovereignty, border control, and the cultural confidence required to defend a way of life. What You'll Learn The Rubio Doctrine: Why Marco Rubio's Munich Speech signals a doctrinal shift in U.S. foreign policy America First Redefined: How America First is redefined and civic cohesion ties directly to constitutional self-government  Western Civilization vs. Managed Decline: Why defending our heritage, without apology, is the prerequisite for national defense. Industrial Sovereignty: Why deindustrialization and supply chain dependency threaten national security The Presidential 1776 Award: Everything parents and students need to know about the national civics scholarship, including the February 21 deadline This episode delivers a clear, structured analysis of one of the most consequential foreign policy speeches in decades and explains what it means for America, Europe, and the future of the West.