Podcasts about Inspiration

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What does it really take to go from a Miami drug hustle to leading a global tech company—without sight, privilege, or a roadmap? Prepare to have everything you ever thought you knew about grit, grace, and success put to the test!In a world that still struggles to see beyond labels like “disabled,” “ex-con,” or “minority,” Mike Calvo's story breaks the mold. This episode isn't just about overcoming the odds—it's about redefining them entirely. If you're tired of the same recycled DEI narratives and want the real story behind resilience, leadership, and purpose-driven success, this is your episode.Why You Must Listen:Get an unfiltered look at how one man turned struggle into strategy—and built a legacy along the way.Learn why many modern DEI initiatives fall short, especially for those society often ignores.Discover how adversity, grit, and vision created a business model that serves the underserved.Ready to Fuel Your Own Journey?Press play to hear Mike Calvo's wild, bold, and brutally honest journey from the streets to CEO—this story will challenge everything you think you know about success.Hey, it's Kevin!I hope you enjoyed today's episode! If there is ever anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. Below, you will find ALL the places and ALL the ways to connect!I would LOVE to hear from you! Send me a Voice MessageWant to be a guest on GRIT, GRACE, & INSPIRATION? Send Kevin Lowe a message on PodMatch!Book Kevin to Speak at Your Next Event: CLICK to Learn More + Get In TouchHire Kevin to Create Your Own Custom Soundtrack!Or for 1 Place for Everything, CLICK to visit the website!Stay Awesome! Live Inspired!© 2025 Grit, Grace, & Inspiration This podcast is designed specifically for those seeking healing from trauma, relief from anxiety, overcoming fear of the unknown, resolving isolation, rebuilding self-worth, confronting guilt and shame, personal growth after trauma, finding their life's purpose, recovering from emotional distress, conquering limiting beliefs, navigating identity shifts, building resilience, rebuilding relationships, coping with chronic pain, searching for spiritual direction, embracing inner strength, cultivating hope, overcoming self-doubt, reclaiming their future, and experiencing post-traumatic growth.

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251230dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion So he got up, took the child and his mother during the night and left for Egypt, where he stayed until the death of Herod. And so was fulfilled what the Lord had said through the prophet: “Out of Egypt I called my son.” Matthew 2:14-15 Out of Egypt The words in our Bible reading today show that even as a baby, Jesus was already fulfilling prophecy and establishing his credentials as the promised Savior. When King Herod sought to murder the Christ child, God sent the holy family fleeing to Egypt. Seven hundred years earlier, Hosea had foretold that God’s Son would go there and return—and now Jesus, cradled in his mother’s arms, was living out that prophecy. To understand this fulfillment, though, we must recall Israel’s story. Over three thousand years ago, God adopted a nation of slaves and called them his son. He brought Israel out of Egypt, led them through the wilderness, and gave them a new home in Canaan. But Israel did not always return their Father’s love. The people he rescued turned to false gods and sacrificed to idols. Through prophets like Hosea, God warned his disobedient children what would happen if they refused to repent. They deserved punishment for their idolatry. Yet God could not stop loving his son. That is the backdrop for Matthew’s quotation. Jesus is the perfectly obedient Son of God—so fully identifying with God’s people that his life mirrors theirs. As Israel once went down to Egypt, so he went down to Egypt. As Israel was called out, so he was called out. Where Israel failed, Jesus succeeded; where Israel rebelled, Jesus obeyed. And he obeyed for you! When the time had fully come, God sent his beloved Son to be born in Bethlehem, to live as the obedient child you were meant to be, to die on the cross, and to rise again so you could be brought into God’s family. He loved you so much that he poured out his Spirit into your heart so you can cry, “Father!” and know that the Almighty delights to hear you, protect you, bless you, and save you. Even though you have been a rebellious child, God’s grace is greater than your guilt. His love at the manger and the cross is more than enough to bring peace on earth and good will to men. Prayer: Father, thank you for fulfilling your Word by calling your Son out of Egypt, so that I am your own dear child. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

Send us a textThis episode is about the seasons where life keeps sending you back to revisit old lessons, not to punish you, but to prepare you. Trust that the delays  weren't delays. The heartbreaks that weren't endings. and that the weight had to fall off so you could rise lighter.I talk about the invisible training seasons, the moments where you realize you weren't being blocked, you were being rebuilt. Where you learn the difference between survival and alignment. Where you stop negotiating your dreams, stop settling for “good enough,” and start becoming the version of you that can actually hold more.This is for anyone who feels like life has been stopping them at the gate. For anyone in a reset, a shedding, or a rebuilding season.For anyone who knows deep down, you're not late, you're being prepared.This is your update, your reboot. Your final boarding call.Support the show

With December 25th behind us on the calendar what do we do with Christmas? Where did all the tidings of Joy, giving to those in need, and the desire for more Jesus go? Christmas is a way, not a day, it is Yahweh! Today, on Like It Matters Radio, Mr. Black wants to encourage listeners to stay in the Christmas Spirit. Christmas is a WAY, not a DAY, it is YAHWEH! People need HOPE and HEAT no matter the time of year. We live in a dark, bitter, and self-absorbed world. There are wars, and death, there are marriages and divorces, there is sickness and health. There are good people doing bad things, and there are healthy people taking their lives because of feelings of despair. Helpless and Hopeless, war ravaging our families, our communities and our countries. God sent His Son to HEAL and to SAVE. As followers of Jesus, we get to be his hands and his feet, throughout the year, not just December 24-25 of each year. On today’s Hour of Power, Mr. Black will be joined by Michael Johnson President of the Slavic Gospel Association, with a focus on the children of Ukraine. Listeners today will be inspired and will be entertained, but they will also be called to stay in the Christmas Spirit and to bring some Heat and Hope to the children of Ukraine, to our fellow citizens and to our families! Enjoy today’s Inspiration, Education and Application as Mr. Black encourages listeners to stay in the Christmas Spirit and remember: Christmas is NOT a day, it is a WAY, it is YAHWEH! Be sure to Like and Follow us on our facebook page!www.facebook.com/limradio Instagram @likeitmattersradioTwitter @likeitmatters Get daily inspiration from our blog www.wayofwarrior.blog Learn about our non profit work at www.givelikeitmatters.com Check out our training website www.LikeItMatters.Net Always available online at www.likeitmattersradio.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The year-end inspirational Timesuck is here! We wrap up 2025 with the incredible true story of Chris Gardner — a man who survived poverty, abuse, foster care, and homelessness (along with his toddler son) before becoming a multimillionaire stockbroker and global philanthropist. If he could rise from that kind of hardship to build a life of purpose and generosity, what might the rest of us be capable of overcoming?Merch and more: www.badmagicproductions.com Timesuck Discord! https://discord.gg/tqzH89vWant to join the Cult of the Curious PrivateFacebook Group? Go directly to Facebook and search for "Cult of the Curious" to locate whatever happens to be our most current page :)For all merch-related questions/problems: store@badmagicproductions.com (copy and paste)Please rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcastWanna become a Space Lizard? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcast.Sign up through Patreon, and for $5 a month, you get access to the entire Secret Suck catalog (295 episodes) PLUS the entire catalog of Timesuck, AD FREE. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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In this episode, Sherri and Chelsi answer a new batch of listener questions. They discuss the recent news of International Quilt Market being cancelled, how to manage fabric during a mystery sew along, their favorite pre-cuts to use when making a quilt, and more! We want to wish everyone a happy and safe New Year! See you in 2026!https://www.buzzsprout.com/1118069/supportShow Notes Blog Post: https://www.aquiltinglife.com/?p=32665Cozy Earth Discount: Use code AQUILTINGLIFE for 20% off site wide! https://cozyearth.com/pages/quiltinglife Regal Christmas (Quilt on the Wall): https://tidd.ly/472gmzVChristmas Lane (Quilt on the table): https://tidd.ly/472eU0rStay in the know for all things A Quilting Life--sign up for our weekly newsletter here: https://aquiltinglife.kit.com/42c3a81ccdNOTE: Some of the links provided here are affiliate links.Where to Find Us:Facebook: A Quilting Life with Sherri & Chelsi: https://www.facebook.com/groups/459389991531728/A Quilting Life Blog: https://www.aquiltinglife.comChelsi Stratton Blog: https://chelsistratton.wordpress.com/A Quilting Life Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aquiltinglifeA Quilting Life Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquiltinglife/Chelsi Stratton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelsistratton/A Quilting Life Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SherriQuiltsChelsi Stratton Pattern Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/StrattonHandmade Visit the A Quilting Life YouTube channel for more great video content: https://www.youtube.com/aquiltinglifeEnjoy what you heard? Be sure to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts and your review could be read on the showSupport the show

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251229dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion When they had gone, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream. “Get up,” he said, “take the child and his mother and escape to Egypt. Stay there until I tell you, for Herod is going to search for the child to kill him.” So he got up, took the child and his mother during the night and left for Egypt. Matthew 2:13-14 God’s Purpose in Herod’s Fear One moment, the baby Jesus had magi laying treasures at his feet; the next, Joseph was taking him into the night and headed for Egypt. The Light of the world had come, but the darkness fought back. You see, the Magi had first come to Jerusalem and told King Herod that they were looking for the King of the Jews. Herod viewed the baby as a threat, and he didn’t like that. He had already killed three of his sons, his favorite wife, his mother-in-law, his uncle, some cousins, and the high priest for being threats to his crown. Now he targeted a baby. But God saved his Son from an early death because the plan of salvation required that he die on the cross when the time had fully come. He fled as a child so that he could later say, “It is finished” (John 19:30). The world did not change the night Jesus was born, but everything changed the morning he walked out of the tomb. The power of Jesus’ resurrection is already removing the darkness, and he will completely remove it on the Last Day. When evil touches your life, remember it also touched him. The child who fled Herod is the Savior who was “despised and rejected by mankind, a man of suffering and familiar with pain” (Isaiah 53:3). At Christmas, God gifts you his Son, Jesus. Prayer: Lord Jesus, thank you for stepping into this dark world so that you can call me out of it and into your wonderful light. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

After being laid off in 2014, Toyiah Marquis turned her passion for patches into a thriving business built on cultural representation and authentic connection. Patch Party Club started as an in-store experience and single-product experiment on Temu. But it quickly evolved into a scalable business model that now reaches audiences Toyiah never expected to serve.How do you transform personal passion into global reach? And what happens when a marketplace's algorithm becomes your best marketing tool?We sit down with Toyiah to explore how she leveraged Temu's platform to test, learn, and scale strategically, while sticking with her mission and vision as a founder. From creating a special patch for customers battling cancer to discovering unexpected demographic opportunities, Toyiah's journey shows how marketplace success comes from staying true to your brand ethos while remaining flexible enough to evolve.Connection Wins Every TimeKey takeaways:Starting small works: Toyiah launched with one product on Temu, using marketplace dynamics to test viability before scaling strategically.Temu's marketplace exposure brought her patches to a diverse audience beyond her traditional target market, revealing unexpected growth opportunities.Emotional connection drives commerce: Products created with genuine care and cultural representation resonated deeply, building loyal customer relationships at scale.Marketplace testing provides real-time validation: Marketplaces like Temu can serve as laboratories to gather data insights before committing to broader expansion.In-Show Mentions:Learn more about Patch Party Club Explore Temu's seller services and marketplace solutionsAssociated Links:Check out Future Commerce on YouTubeCheck out Future Commerce Plus for exclusive content and save on merch and printSubscribe to Insiders and The Senses to read more about what we are witnessing in the commerce worldListen to our other episodes of Future CommerceHave any questions or comments about the show? Let us know on futurecommerce.com, or reach out to us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. We love hearing from our listeners! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Candice sits down with Brit Nicole, a powerhouse clarity coach, transformational speaker, and founder of the Unstoppable SheEO. Brit shares her journey from surviving domestic abuse and rebuilding her identity to building and scaling multiple six-figure businesses and leading high-capacity women through healing, clarity, and aligned success. In this episode, they discuss:How Brit rebuilt her life and confidence after leaving an abusive relationshipWhy tying identity to business success can lead to burnoutHow survival mode impacts decision-making and entrepreneurshipWhat it means to build a business that works with your brainWhy doing it scared is often the first step toward confidenceHow the Unstoppable SheEO was born from resilience and purpose No matter how many times life knocks you down, this episode is a reminder that healing, clarity, and aligned success are always possible when you choose to rise again. About Brit Nicole:Brit Nicole is a powerhouse clarity coach, transformational speaker, and the founder of The Unstoppable SheEO™ — a faith-fueled movement helping high-capacity women rebuild their lives, businesses, and confidence after trauma, burnout, or breakdown.Brit built a nationally recognized photography brand from scratch - scaling it to multiple six-figures, leading a team of associate shooters, and getting featured in media giants like FOX, NBC, CBS, ABC, Yahoo Finance, and CNN. She knows what it means to rise... then get knocked flat. Then choose to rise again.Now, Brit is THE coach high-achieving women call when they are ready to wipe the slate clean, silence the self-doubt, and build something holy, wise, and wildly aligned.Website: www.BritNicolePhotography.comwww.TheUnstoppableSheEO.comTry Brit's Online Group -Free for 7 Days LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/brit-nicoleInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/its.brit.nicole/# -----If you're struggling, consider therapy with our sponsor, BetterHelp.Visit https://betterhelp.com/candicesnyder for a 10% discount on your first month of therapy.*This is a paid promotionIf you are in the United States and in crisis, or any other person may be in danger -Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Dial 988-----Connect with Candice Snyder!Website: https://www.podpage.com/passion-purpose-and-possibilities-1/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candicebsnyder?_rdrPassion, Purpose, and Possibilities Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passionpurposeandpossibilitiescommunity/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passionpurposepossibilities/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicesnyder/Shop For A Cause With Gifts That Give Back to Nonprofits: https://thekindnesscause.com/Fall In Love With Artists And Experience Joy And Calm: https://www.youtube.com/@movenartrelaxationClick this link to receive your FREE TRIAL to The Greenhouse Communityhttps://www.thegreenhousecommunity.com/checkout/the-greenhouse-membership?affiliate_code=11e889

UMAW (the United Musicians and Allied Workers) is a labor organization that 'Aims to organize music workers to fight for a more just music industry and to join with other workers in the struggle for a better society.' Their campaigns include Fair Pay at SXSW, #MyMerch (raising awareness of venues taking an unfair cut), Justice at Spotify, and probably most prominently, The Living Wage For Musicians Act sponsored by Rep Rashida Tlaib in the US Congress currently. We talk with a representative from UMAW - Damon Krukowski (a working musician, and a founder of late 80's indie rocker band Galaxie 500) about who UMAW is, what they are fighting for, and how we can all join the fight.Get more access and support this show by subscribing to our Patreon, right here.Links:UMAWGalaxie 500‘Why Sound Matters'Ep 126 - Yancey StricklerAFMSAG-AFTRALiving Wage for Musicians ActClick here to watch this conversation on YouTube.Social Media:The Other 22 Hours InstagramThe Other 22 Hours TikTokMichaela Anne InstagramAaron Shafer-Haiss InstagramAll music written, performed, and produced by Aaron Shafer-Haiss. Become a subscribing member on our Patreon to gain more inside access including exclusive content, workshops, the chance to have your questions answered by our upcoming guests, and more.

Ken Miller's life reads like a movie, but every word is real. From National Merit Scholar and Ivy League graduate to addiction, homelessness, and prison, Ken shares how trauma and broken identity shaped his early life. In this deeply honest conversation, Ken explains how recovery, accountability, faith, and self-work helped him rebuild not just his future, but his sense of self.This episode dives into addiction, incarceration, emotional healing, forgiveness, and what it truly means to take responsibility for your life. If you've ever felt stuck in your past or questioned whether real change is possible, this conversation will remind you that redemption is real and transformation is earned.Send us a textSupport the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Join us at “Wandering Jews” as we step beneath the branches of Israel's “Storytelling Tree”—the Knesset Menorah—and uncover the roots that nourish a nation's identity. From biblical heroes to modern pioneers, this monumental sculpture weaves centuries of struggle, hope, and renewal into bronze. Explore how art, memory, and moral vision intertwine to shape Israel's civic heart. Links for Additional ReadingThe Knesset Menorah, Wikipedia (including pictures)The Man Who Made The Menorah, Eli Abt, The Jewish Chronicle December 7, 2023 The Story Of The Menorah: From Temple To State Seal, Yael Steiner and Jonathan Schwab, UnpackedFollow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn!Find more at j2adventures.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I knew only darkness and stillness... but a little word from the fingers of another fell into my hand that clutched at emptiness and my heart leaped to the rapture of living." — Helen KellerSHOW NOTES EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS Spirit Balance: Your "inner ear" is the key to spiritual equilibrium; if life feels shaky, recalibrate your hearing to God's frequency. The "Un-Adulting" Key: Kingdom maturity is measured by teachability. Give yourself permission to use your imagination to access the supernatural. Spirit Resonance: Trade human logic for the "Mind of Christ"—a divine algorithm that solves problems the soul cannot comprehend. Listening at a Distance: Practice trusting God's work in the unseen realm before it manifests in the physical. Choosing Your Rock: Stillness is a choice of location. Rest in the "shade" of His presence to hear what the "sun" of daily stress drowns out. Step-by-Step Grace: Lean into the Spirit as an expert system that provides clear procedures for life's most complex challenges. "Stop 'adulting' for thirty minutes and rediscover the world through the eyes of the one who holds the moon and stars for you. Today, we aren't just talking about faith—we are training your Inner Ear to catch the melodies of heaven that the noise of the world has drowned out.By joining me on this mystical forest journey, you will receive more than just a story; you'll receive a divine recalibration.

Das Jahr 2025 neigt sich dem Ende zu – Zeit, zurückzublicken! In dieser Podcastfolge teilen wir unsere prägenden Erlebnisse, überraschenden Wendungen und wertvollen Erfahrungen des Jahres. Von persönlichen Highlights bis zu besonderen Momenten, die uns zum Nachdenken gebracht haben – wir reflektieren, lachen und staunen gemeinsam ✨

In this final episode of the year,Vincent A. Lanci shares his ongoing journey of recovery from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) + his surprise announcement: a Brain Injury Recovery Book for Families and Survivors and his TBI Recovery Coaching Practice.He reflects on the challenges faced during his hospital stay, the confusion between dreams and reality, and the importance of a support system. Lanci discusses the ramping up of therapy sessions and the emotional rollercoaster of recovery, emphasizing the need for resilience and positivity. He also hints at future developments in his coaching practice and the roadmap for brain injury recovery he plans to introduce.As You Listen:00:00 Introduction to the Journey 03:48 Facing the Reality of TBI 09:58 Therapy and Recovery Progress 12:46 Looking Ahead: Independence and Support"I hope I'm here to help.""It was extremely scary."

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251228dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD has done for us—yes, the many good things he has done for Israel, according to his compassion and many kindnesses. Isaiah 63:7 Mercy and Compassion A highly respected running coach was once asked what he would do if he wanted to make his own son an Olympic runner. He responded, “I would get him a coach that believed he could be an Olympian.” After all his years of training runners, this man had learned that having a coach who believed in his runner was a key component to helping that athlete reach his true potential. Isaiah describes the Lord looking at his people and saying, “Surely they are my people, sons who will not be false to me.” How could the Lord say this when Israel had turned its back on him again and again? It wasn’t that God thought he could make his people better simply by believing in them. No, God calls Israel his people because in his love and mercy, he made them his people. “He became their Savior.” A coach might help an athlete achieve his greatest potential by believing in him, but God has done much more for us. Simply believing in us would not have been enough, because left to ourselves, our only potential was to go our own way and stray further away from him. So, God in his love and mercy redeemed us. By sending his only Son, he bought us back from our destiny of being sinners forever separated from him. This truth causes our Christmas joy to overflow every day of the year. In his loving kindness, the Lord has made us his people, who are given the righteousness and obedience of his Son. What’s our response to such mercy and compassion? We can join with Isaiah in saying, “I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD has done for us.” Prayer: Merciful and compassionate God, I thank you for being my Savior. You have made me your child through the redemption that comes through Jesus Christ. Help me to speak of your kindness, of all that you have done for me. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

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Daniel Cohen is an author, public speaker, and spiritual leader. Daniel is the Rabbi of Congregation Agudath Sholom in Stamford, CT, one of the largest synagogues in New England. In this pod we speak to those things that matter most in life. I ask some big questions. Rabbi Cohen offers comforting answers.   Along the way we discuss – the Purpose (1:00), Legacy (2:30), Abraham 1 and 2 (5:00), Clear Away the Noise (9:10), Teaching from Inspiration (10:45), Flash Mobs of Kindness (11:30), Legacy Academy (15:25), Joe Lieberman (18:30), Elijah Moments  (22:15), Existing vs. Living (27:30), When Bad Things Happen to Good People (28:45), Rabbi and the Reverend (31:45), and final words (35:00). Access Daniel Cohen's inspirational resources @ Rabbi Daniel Cohen Grab a copy of Rabbi Cohen's book @ What will they Say about You when you are Gone?   Want more? Check out Daniel Cohen's podcast @ Judaism in the 21st Century. This podcast is partnered with LukeLeaders1248, a nonprofit that provides scholarships for the children of military Veterans. Send a donation, large or small, through PayPal @LukeLeaders1248; Venmo @LukeLeaders1248; or our website @ www.lukeleaders1248.com. You can also donate your used vehicle @ this hyperlink – CARS donation to LL1248.  Music intro and outro from the creative brilliance of Kenny Kilgore. Lowriders and Beautiful Rainy Day.

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https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251228dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD has done for us—yes, the many good things he has done for Israel, according to his compassion and many kindnesses. Isaiah 63:7 Mercy and Compassion A highly respected running coach was once asked what he would do if he wanted to make his own son an Olympic runner. He responded, “I would get him a coach that believed he could be an Olympian.” After all his years of training runners, this man had learned that having a coach who believed in his runner was a key component to helping that athlete reach his true potential. Isaiah describes the Lord looking at his people and saying, “Surely they are my people, sons who will not be false to me.” How could the Lord say this when Israel had turned its back on him again and again? It wasn’t that God thought he could make his people better simply by believing in them. No, God calls Israel his people because in his love and mercy, he made them his people. “He became their Savior.” A coach might help an athlete achieve his greatest potential by believing in him, but God has done much more for us. Simply believing in us would not have been enough, because left to ourselves, our only potential was to go our own way and stray further away from him. So, God in his love and mercy redeemed us. By sending his only Son, he bought us back from our destiny of being sinners forever separated from him. This truth causes our Christmas joy to overflow every day of the year. In his loving kindness, the Lord has made us his people, who are given the righteousness and obedience of his Son. What’s our response to such mercy and compassion? We can join with Isaiah in saying, “I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD, the deeds for which he is to be praised, according to all the LORD has done for us.” Prayer: Merciful and compassionate God, I thank you for being my Savior. You have made me your child through the redemption that comes through Jesus Christ. Help me to speak of your kindness, of all that you have done for me. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

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SummaryIn this episode, James Cast reflects on his tabletop gaming experiences in 2025, discussing the goals he set for himself, the variety of games played, and the balance between gaming and content creation. He emphasizes the importance of finding enjoyment in the hobby, drawing inspiration from favorite teams and historical contexts, and engaging with the community. The conversation highlights the significance of embracing new games and defining personal success in gaming, ultimately leading to a fulfilling year.KeywordsTabletop gaming, year in review, gaming goals, content creation, game design, community, inspiration, new games, balance, successTakeaways2025 was a year of enjoyable gaming experiences.Setting goals helped in achieving a variety of games played.Reducing project commitments led to more gaming enjoyment.Content creation was balanced with gaming activities.Inspiration came from favorite teams and historical contexts.Engaging with the community enhanced the gaming experience.New games played contributed to a fresh gaming perspective.Finding balance in gaming activities is crucial for enjoyment.Defining personal success in gaming is essential.The importance of hobbies as a stress relief mechanism.Titles2025: A Year of Gaming ReflectionSetting Goals for a Fulfilling Gaming YearSound bites"2025 was a year of enjoyable gaming experiences.""Content creation was balanced with gaming activities.""Defining personal success in gaming is essential."Chapters00:00 Reflecting on 2025: A Year in Review06:14 Setting Goals for Gaming Success13:44 Content Creation and Podcasting Journey20:37 Sources of Inspiration in Gaming27:16 Embracing New Games and Variety30:51 Finding Balance and Defining Success39:27 NEWCHAPTER

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Have you ever felt successful on paper—but still knew deep down you were called to something more, and you're ready for an inspirational motivational push to reinvent your life?In this inspirational, motivational, and purpose-driven episode, Reginald D sits down with Kristine Delano, a former Wall Street executive who spent over 20 years balancing leadership, marriage, and motherhood—before stepping into a new season as an author, storyteller, and podcast host of We Talk Careers.If you've been feeling stuck, burned out, or unsure how to pivot into what you're truly called to do, this conversation is packed with inspirational motivation, practical reinvention steps, and faith-based wisdom. Kristine shares how God redirected her identity from “being the general” to becoming “the soldier,” what reinvention really looks like after a high-pressure career, and how women can pursue purpose without chasing perfection.This episode is for the listener who wants inspirational motivation to make a change, but needs clarity, courage, and a realistic path forward. Kristine breaks down how reinvention starts with small steps—getting around the right people, leaning into your calling, and building a life rooted in faith, not pressure. If you've been craving a motivational speech-style conversation that speaks to purpose, career pivots, communication, ambition, and identity—this will hit home.Press play now for this inspirational, motivational conversation and leave with a purpose-driven reinvention mindset you can apply today—without fear, burnout, or pressure.Kristine's contact info:Website:  https://kristinedelano.comInstagram: @kristine.delano.writerFacebook: @KristineDelano.WriterLinkedIn: @kristinedelanoPodcast: We Talk CareersSubstack: Wall Street SuspenseNew Book:  The Lies We Trade: https://mediacenter.tyndale.comWant to be a guest? Send Reginald D a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1750939591066108e35121bf3inspirational life stories, faith based motivation, business, motivational speech, motivational, Inspiration, Inspirational, Motivational and Inspirational, Self improvement,  career reinvention, faith,Send us a textSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd TikTok: @realtalkregd Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald Facebook: realtalkwithreginaldd Twitter Real Talk With Reginald D (@realtalkRegD) / TwitterWebsite: Real Talk With Reginald D https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D - Merchandise

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251227dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”). When Joseph woke up, he did what the angel of the Lord had commanded him and took Mary home as his wife. But he did not consummate their marriage until she gave birth to a son. And he gave him the name Jesus. Matthew 1:22-25 God With Us Hundreds of years before the birth of Jesus, God spoke through the prophet Isaiah that he would be born of a virgin. God inspired the apostle Matthew to write about the fulfillment of that prophecy. Joseph had no sexual relations with Mary until Jesus was born. Joseph was not Jesus' father; God was. Isaiah said that “they will call him Immanuel”—(which means, “God with us).” The baby born of the virgin Mary is God with us—God became a human being because we are unable to save ourselves. We are unable to keep his commandments. We are unable even to do the one thing he requires of us: “Be holy” (Leviticus 19:2). The baby born of the virgin Mary is God with us—God became human to be one of us. To feel like we do. To eat and drink like we do. To walk and talk like we do. To go through what we go through. He didn’t do this because he needed to, but because we needed him to; so that “God with us” would show us that a human could do what God demanded. And so that “God with us” could suffer and die, and in doing so, pay for our sins. Since he is human, he could die. Since he is God, his payment is for all of us, for all time. Joseph gave him the name “Jesus.” His name declares his great purpose for coming from heaven to be with us on earth. He is our Savior who came to take us from earth to heaven! Prayer: Jesus, you came down from heaven to be with us. Your life and death accomplished my salvation. I worship and honor you for your great love. Come again and take me to be with you in heaven. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

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https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251227dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”). When Joseph woke up, he did what the angel of the Lord had commanded him and took Mary home as his wife. But he did not consummate their marriage until she gave birth to a son. And he gave him the name Jesus. Matthew 1:22-25 God With Us Hundreds of years before the birth of Jesus, God spoke through the prophet Isaiah that he would be born of a virgin. God inspired the apostle Matthew to write about the fulfillment of that prophecy. Joseph had no sexual relations with Mary until Jesus was born. Joseph was not Jesus' father; God was. Isaiah said that “they will call him Immanuel”—(which means, “God with us).” The baby born of the virgin Mary is God with us—God became a human being because we are unable to save ourselves. We are unable to keep his commandments. We are unable even to do the one thing he requires of us: “Be holy” (Leviticus 19:2). The baby born of the virgin Mary is God with us—God became human to be one of us. To feel like we do. To eat and drink like we do. To walk and talk like we do. To go through what we go through. He didn’t do this because he needed to, but because we needed him to; so that “God with us” would show us that a human could do what God demanded. And so that “God with us” could suffer and die, and in doing so, pay for our sins. Since he is human, he could die. Since he is God, his payment is for all of us, for all time. Joseph gave him the name “Jesus.” His name declares his great purpose for coming from heaven to be with us on earth. He is our Savior who came to take us from earth to heaven! Prayer: Jesus, you came down from heaven to be with us. Your life and death accomplished my salvation. I worship and honor you for your great love. Come again and take me to be with you in heaven. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

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Fluent Fiction - Italian: A New Year's Canvas of Inspiration on the Amalfi Coast Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2025-12-27-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Le onde si infrangevano dolcemente contro la costa dell'Amalfi, accompagnando le risate della gente che si preparava per la vigilia di Capodanno.En: The waves lapped gently against the Amalfi coast, accompanying the laughter of people preparing for New Year's Eve.It: Era una serata fresca, ma il calore delle luci natalizie e dei cuori colmi di aspettative rendeva l'aria quasi magica.En: It was a cool evening, but the warmth of the Christmas lights and hearts filled with expectation made the air almost magical.It: Alessandro camminava lungo il molo, cercando ispirazione.En: Alessandro walked along the pier, searching for inspiration.It: Era da tempo che i suoi pennelli non toccavano una tela.En: It had been a while since his brushes touched a canvas.It: La sua passione per l'arte sembrava svanita, intrappolata da dubbi e insicurezze.En: His passion for art seemed to have vanished, trapped by doubts and insecurities.It: "Forse un cambiamento di scena aiuterà," aveva pensato, venendo in questo piccolo villaggio costiero.En: "Perhaps a change of scene will help," he had thought, coming to this small coastal village.It: Dall'altra parte del villaggio, Giulia osservava il mare.En: On the other side of the village, Giulia watched the sea.It: Era arrivata l'estate scorsa, e ora le sembrava di non voler più andare via.En: She had arrived last summer, and now it seemed she didn't want to leave anymore.It: Questo era il suo modo di scappare dalla routine, cercando avventure e un pizzico di chiarezza sul suo futuro.En: This was her way of escaping routine, seeking adventures and a bit of clarity about her future.It: Ma ora si avvicinava il momento di decidere cosa fare della sua vita.En: But now the moment was approaching for her to decide what to do with her life.It: Le luci della festa brillavano.En: The festival lights shone.It: Un chiosco preparava vin brulé, diffondendo un aroma dolce nell'aria.En: A kiosk prepared vin brulé, spreading a sweet aroma in the air.It: Giulia si spinse verso la piazza principale, cercando una nuova esperienza da aggiungere al suo diario di viaggio.En: Giulia moved towards the main square, looking for a new experience to add to her travel journal.It: Alessandro si fermò davanti a una tela bianca, esposta come parte di una mostra improvvisata nel centro della piazza.En: Alessandro stopped in front of a blank canvas, displayed as part of an impromptu exhibition in the center of the square.It: Senza accorgersene, Giulia si avvicinò allo stesso angolo, affascinata dalla figura solitaria che osservava quelle tele vuote.En: Without realizing it, Giulia approached the same corner, fascinated by the solitary figure observing those empty canvases.It: “Cosa vedi in quel foglio bianco?En: "What do you see in that blank sheet?"It: ” chiese lei con curiosità, rompendo il silenzio.En: she asked with curiosity, breaking the silence.It: Alessandro, sorpreso, si voltò.En: Alessandro, surprised, turned around.It: Non era abituato a parlare con sconosciuti.En: He wasn't used to talking to strangers.It: “Cerco ispirazione,” rispose con un mezzo sorriso, “ma c'è silenzio nella mia testa.En: "I'm looking for inspiration," he replied with a half-smile, "but there's silence in my head."It: ”Giulia sorrise, con uno sguardo carico di comprensione.En: Giulia smiled, with a look full of understanding.It: “Forse il mare ha delle risposte.En: "Perhaps the sea has some answers.It: Hai mai provato a chiedere a lui?En: Have you ever tried asking it?"It: ”Passarono il resto della serata insieme, passeggiando e parlando.En: They spent the rest of the evening together, walking and talking.It: Alessandro decise di mostrargli i suoi dipinti, incerto, ma speranzoso che Giulia vedesse qualcosa che lui non vedeva più.En: Alessandro decided to show her his paintings, uncertain but hopeful that Giulia would see something he no longer saw.It: Con la mezzanotte alle porte, si trovarono su una piccola spiaggia, lontani dai festeggiamenti rumorosi.En: With midnight approaching, they found themselves on a small beach, far from the noisy celebrations.It: La luna illuminava il loro cammino, mentre le onde cantavano la melodia del nuovo anno.En: The moon lit their path as the waves sang the melody of the new year.It: “Sai,” disse Giulia, “mi stavo chiedendo se tornare a casa fosse la scelta giusta.En: "You know," said Giulia, "I was wondering if going back home was the right choice.It: Ora, con te, vedo nuovi percorsi.En: Now, with you, I see new paths."It: ”Alessandro guardò Giulia con nuova determinazione.En: Alessandro looked at Giulia with renewed determination.It: “Grazie, Giulia.En: "Thank you, Giulia.It: Con te, ho riscoperto la bellezza nel dipingere la vita.En: With you, I've rediscovered the beauty in painting life."It: ”Mentre le campane suonavano il nuovo anno, si scambiarono un abbraccio che valeva più di mille parole.En: As the bells rang in the new year, they shared an embrace worth more than a thousand words.It: I giorni seguenti furono pieni di vita e colori.En: The following days were full of life and color.It: Alessandro finalmente completò un nuovo quadro, ispirato dal sorriso di Giulia e dalla luce dell'alba sulle onde.En: Alessandro finally completed a new painting, inspired by Giulia's smile and the light of dawn on the waves.It: Giulia, invece, decise di rimanere ancora un po', seguendo il cuore anziché un'agenda prestabilita.En: Giulia, on the other hand, decided to stay a bit longer, following her heart instead of a pre-set agenda.It: Così, sulla costa dell'Amalfi, tra il suono del mare e le risate condivise, Alessandro e Giulia trovarono non solo un passaggio verso un nuovo anno, ma anche un inizio promettente per un viaggio insieme.En: Thus, on the coast of the Amalfi, between the sound of the sea and shared laughter, Alessandro and Giulia found not only a way into a new year but also a promising start to a journey together. Vocabulary Words:the waves: le ondethe pier: il moloinspiration: l'ispirazionea canvas: una telatrapped: intrappolatadoubts: dubbiinsecurities: insicurezzea change: un cambiamentothe village: il villaggioadventures: avventureclarity: la chiarezzathe future: il futuroapproaching: avvicinavafestival lights: le luci della festaa kiosk: un chioscosweet aroma: un aroma dolcea blank canvas: una tela biancathe exhibition: la mostraimprovised: improvvisatathe silence: il silenziothe stranger: lo sconosciutothe sea: il mareanswers: rispostean embrace: un abbracciodetermine: nuova determinazionea journey: un viaggioshared laughter: le risate condivisethe path: il camminothe melody: la melodiaa painting: un quadro

Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Winter Muse: Discovering Inspiration in Santorini's Markets Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2025-12-27-23-34-02-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬のサントリーニ島には不思議な魅力があります。En: The winter in Santorini possesses a mysterious charm.Ja: 澄み切った青い空と海、そして美しい白い建物が並ぶ街並みは、毎年多くの観光客を引きつけます。En: The clear blue skies and sea, along with the beautiful cityscapes lined with white buildings, attract numerous tourists each year.Ja: そんなサントリーニ島の賑やかな市場で、ヒロシ、アイコ、そしてタケシの三人が新年の買い物を楽しんでいました。En: In the bustling market of Santorini, Hiroshi, Aiko, and Takeshi were enjoying their New Year's shopping.Ja: ヒロシは、礼儀正しく内向的なアーティストです。En: Hiroshi is a polite and introverted artist.Ja: 彼は常に次の作品へのインスピレーションを求めており、この市場で何か特別なものを見つけたいと願っています。En: Constantly seeking inspiration for his next work, he hopes to find something special in this market.Ja: しかし、市場には多くの人々が集まり、ヒロシはその人々の騒がしさに圧倒されています。En: However, the market is crowded with people, and Hiroshi is overwhelmed by the noise they create.Ja: アイコとタケシはそんなヒロシを励ましつつ、一緒に市場を巡ります。En: Aiko and Takeshi encourage him as they explore the market together.Ja: 市場には、色とりどりの果物や野菜、スパイス、手作りの工芸品が所狭しと並んでいます。En: The market is packed with colorful fruits and vegetables, spices, and handmade crafts.Ja: スパイスの香りが漂い、異国情緒あふれる会話が飛び交っています。En: The aroma of spices fills the air, and conversations full of exotic charm echo around.Ja: ヒロシは深呼吸し、一歩一歩ゆっくりと歩きながら、自分の内なる声に耳を傾けました。En: Hiroshi takes a deep breath and walks slowly, listening to his inner voice.Ja: しばらくして、ヒロシはある露店の前で足を止めました。En: After a while, Hiroshi stopped in front of a stall.Ja: そこには、小さくて精巧な彫刻がありました。En: There, he found a small, intricately carved sculpture.Ja: その彫刻は細部まで美しく、ヒロシに強く語りかけてきました。En: The sculpture was beautiful in its details and spoke strongly to Hiroshi.Ja: 「これだ！」と彼は心の中で確信しました。En: "This is it!" he was convinced in his heart.Ja: しかし、それはかなり高価なものでした。En: However, it was quite expensive.Ja: ヒロシは露店の店主に話しかけました。En: Hiroshi spoke to the stall owner.Ja: 「この彫刻、すてきですね。でも、少し高いですね。」En: "This sculpture is lovely, but it's a bit pricey."Ja: 店主は微笑みながら価格についての説明をし始めました。En: The shopkeeper smiled and began explaining the price.Ja: ヒロシは柔らかい口調で慎重に交渉を試みました。En: Hiroshi attempted to negotiate carefully in a soft tone.Ja: 彼の誠実な態度に店主は少しずつ心を開きました。En: The shopkeeper gradually opened up, appreciating Hiroshi's sincere attitude.Ja: 最終的に、ヒロシは自分の納得する価格でその彫刻を手に入れました。En: Ultimately, Hiroshi obtained the sculpture at a price he was satisfied with.Ja: 彫刻を手にした瞬間、ヒロシは心の中に新たなインスピレーションと明確なビジョンを感じました。En: As he held the sculpture, he felt a new inspiration and a clear vision within him.Ja: 「市場では、本当に素晴らしいものが見つかるんだな。」ヒロシは満足感に包まれ、微笑みました。En: "You can really find wonderful things at the market," he thought to himself, smiling with satisfaction.Ja: この経験を通して、ヒロシは混乱の中でも美を見つける力を信じることを学びました。En: Through this experience, Hiroshi learned to trust in the power to find beauty amidst chaos.Ja: 市場の賑やかさの中で、彼は自分の目的を達成し、新たな自信を得たのです。En: Amidst the market's bustle, he achieved his goal and gained new confidence.Ja: サントリーニ島の風は、彼にさらなる創造性をもたらしたのでした。En: The winds of Santorini brought him even greater creativity. Vocabulary Words:mysterious: 不思議なcharm: 魅力bustling: 賑やかなintroverted: 内向的なinspiration: インスピレーションoverwhelmed: 圧倒されるencourage: 励ますcolorful: 色とりどりのhandmade: 手作りのcrafts: 工芸品aroma: 香りexotic: 異国情緒あふれるcarved: 彫刻intricately: 精巧にstall: 露店pricey: 高価なsincere: 誠実なultimately: 最終的にsatisfaction: 満足感amidst: 中bustle: 賑やかさobtain: 手に入れるchaos: 混乱confidence: 自信creativity: 創造性marketplace: 市場negotiation: 交渉attitude: 態度vision: ビジョンachieved: 達成

In this conversation, Denise shares her journey from corporate burnout to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the chaos of scaling businesses and the importance of preparation for pitch meetings. She introduces her consulting firm, Data-Driven Intuition, which focuses on helping founders navigate product pivots and market fit. Denise also discusses her writing process and the therapeutic benefits of writing, while expressing her admiration for historical figures like Benjamin Franklin.As You Listen:00:00 The Journey to Entrepreneurship03:01 Navigating the Chaos of Scaling6:06 Mastering Pitch Meetings9:12 Data-Driven Intuition: A New Approach12:01 The Writing Process and Its Benefits14:57 Inspiration from Historical Figures"It's not about me.""Be prepared for rejection.""I would love his advice."

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251226dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. Hebrews 1:1-2 He Has Spoken by His Son When people want to know God’s will, they often search for a voice. Some look for signs in nature, others for whispers in their hearts. Some chase after visions or dramatic experiences. But the writer to the Hebrews reminds us that we don't need to guess where God speaks. We already have his clear Word. Long ago, God spoke through prophets like Moses and Isaiah. Their words were true, and they pointed forward to something greater. All those voices prepared the way for the day when God would speak through his Son. And that day has come. In Jesus, God has spoken once for all. Do you want to know how God feels about you? Look at his Son. See Jesus reaching out to touch the untouchable leper. Hear his voice calming the fearful. Watch him carrying your sins to the cross. Listen as he cries out, “It is finished!” That is God's message to you. No uncertainty. No guesswork. God loves you, forgives you, and calls you his child. Notice also how Jesus is described. He is the heir of all things, the One through whom the universe was made. This is no ordinary messenger. When he speaks, it is not merely advice or suggestion. It is the voice of the eternal Son of God. And that means you can trust his promises with complete confidence. So, when doubts arise, when your heart longs for assurance, you don't need to wait for a special sign from heaven. You already have the greatest sign: God has spoken by his Son. Open the Scriptures. Hear him there. His Word is living and active, still speaking forgiveness and peace into your life today. Prayer: Lord Jesus, you are the final and full Word of God. When I am tempted to look elsewhere for assurance, turn me back to you. Let me rest in your promises, for in you I hear God's love loud and clear. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

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From living out of his truck at 27 to generating over $90 million in tech sales, Mark J. Silverman's story is one of resilience, reinvention, and real leadership. In this powerful episode of Conversations with Rich Bennett, Mark opens up about addiction, long-term sobriety, ADHD, fear, faith, and what it truly means to lead with presence and humanity.Mark shares how listening to guidance changed his life, why fear never disappears, and how meditation, structure, and self-awareness have shaped his success as a coach, author, and speaker. He also dives into writing best-selling books with ADHD, navigating leadership as a spiritual practice, and why helping even one person makes it all worth it.This is an honest, inspiring conversation for leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone rebuilding their life with purpose.Send us a textSupport the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTok Sponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCast Subscribe by Email

Send us a text2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse - What's that mean?Let's break it down. First, the year of the horse is known for bringing with it the energy of independence, charisma, and basically getting LOTS done! Think drive and dynamism. This year also marks one of intense innovation, bold action and strong leadership potential.Now, the fire element that is a part of this 43rd combination of the 60-year Chinese sexagenary cycle? First, what does your gut say Fire will add? Fire is associated with passion, vitality, and creativity. As an element, it intensifies the natural traits of the Horse. Is that what you got? I had some of that right, but not all.Together then, fire and horse can mean this will be a year of extraordinary drive and dynamism. It might be a period of intense innovation, bold action and strong leadership potential (and we aren't necessarily talking politics by the way). The fire horse can be a sign of extremes, meaning events can occur with spectacular good or bad luck, we will rarely see the in-between bits. Could this signal the death gasp of the old dualistic nature on Earth? I don't know. I do know that the wood snake last year held the energy of itchiness, a bursting out of our old skins, like right before a snake sheds that old skin and comes into its new one. The end of 2025 had that teeth gnashing, low belly ache of knowing something is coming, but not knowing what. The Fire Horse is a sure sign something new is here. Whew. What it is? Well, I don't know, but whatever it is, we are stronger than we thought we were at the start of 2025, and that strength ensures we will make certain our communities, our patch of earth and we are okay with the new whatever.Famous Horses of HistoryBecause they are bold, horses tend to be journalists, politicians, and comedians. Here are a few famous horses; Gordon Ramsey, Lou Reed, Harrison Ford, Sean Connery, Neil Armstrong, and Barbra StreisandIn general, those born in the Year of the Horse are hardworking, thorough, helpful, generous, and determined. Their secret friends are sheep. Their allies are tigers and dogs, from the Chinese Zodiac.Ona Christie Martin, our special guest, and all of the links to her work! I don't accept sponsors and paid advertisers. I choose people, podcasts and authors I believe in to highlight in the ad segment. That's why I've been shining a spotlight on Derek Condit at Mystical Wares. He is both talented and generous with those gifts. Please give his books a look on the Mystical Wares website.Curious Cat Crew on Socials:Curious Cat on Twitter (X)Curious Cat on InstagramCurious Cat on TikTokArt Director, Nora, has a handmade, ethically-sourced jewelry company!

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https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251226dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. Hebrews 1:1-2 He Has Spoken by His Son When people want to know God’s will, they often search for a voice. Some look for signs in nature, others for whispers in their hearts. Some chase after visions or dramatic experiences. But the writer to the Hebrews reminds us that we don't need to guess where God speaks. We already have his clear Word. Long ago, God spoke through prophets like Moses and Isaiah. Their words were true, and they pointed forward to something greater. All those voices prepared the way for the day when God would speak through his Son. And that day has come. In Jesus, God has spoken once for all. Do you want to know how God feels about you? Look at his Son. See Jesus reaching out to touch the untouchable leper. Hear his voice calming the fearful. Watch him carrying your sins to the cross. Listen as he cries out, “It is finished!” That is God's message to you. No uncertainty. No guesswork. God loves you, forgives you, and calls you his child. Notice also how Jesus is described. He is the heir of all things, the One through whom the universe was made. This is no ordinary messenger. When he speaks, it is not merely advice or suggestion. It is the voice of the eternal Son of God. And that means you can trust his promises with complete confidence. So, when doubts arise, when your heart longs for assurance, you don't need to wait for a special sign from heaven. You already have the greatest sign: God has spoken by his Son. Open the Scriptures. Hear him there. His Word is living and active, still speaking forgiveness and peace into your life today. Prayer: Lord Jesus, you are the final and full Word of God. When I am tempted to look elsewhere for assurance, turn me back to you. Let me rest in your promises, for in you I hear God's love loud and clear. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

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In this solo episode of The SuperLife Podcast, Darin Olien dives deep into the true biology of energy—not motivation, not stimulants, not willpower, but the mitochondria themselves. Inspired by a groundbreaking conversation between Dr. Andrew Huberman and Dr. Martin Picard, Darin reframes energy as an emergent property of how we live, not just what we eat or how much we sleep. This episode explores how mitochondria act as signal translators, listening to your food, stress, sleep, movement, emotions, purpose, and environment—and turning those signals into either vitality or depletion. Darin connects cutting-edge mitochondrial science with real-world practices around recovery, meaningful stress, consistency, connection, and alignment, showing how true longevity and resilience are built at the cellular level.     What You'll Learn in This Episode 00:00  – Welcome to SuperLife & the mission of sovereignty and vitality 00:32 – Thera Sage sponsor: family-built healing tech & red light 02:10 – Why this episode is different: diving into cellular energy 02:42 – Inspiration from Huberman & Picard's mitochondria conversation 03:11 – Rethinking mitochondria: not just ATP, but information processors 04:03 – Energy as potential for change, not calories or fuel 04:39 – How thoughts, emotions, food, and stress shape energy 05:05 – Energy is dynamic, adaptive, and responsive to how you live 06:02 – Mitochondria as signal integrators: sleep, hormones, purpose, connection 06:50 – Mitochondria as antennas, not factories 07:16 – Translating life experience into biological energy 08:09 – Why we don't feel "energy," we feel energy flow 08:53 – Flow states, purpose, and why passion creates vitality 09:32 – Different organs, different mitochondrial roles 10:26 – Why energy optimization is not one-size-fits-all 10:49 – Energy resistance: the hidden cause of fatigue and burnout 11:47 – Chronic stress, poor sleep, and ultra-processed food as energy blockers 12:12 – Why recovery is non-negotiable for longevity 12:20 – Caldera Lab sponsor: clean, performance-driven skincare 14:20 – The danger of constant output without recovery 14:45 – Sleep as a mitochondrial reset and repair system 15:40 – Exercise, adaptation, and why recovery completes the signal 16:22 – Intentional stress vs. chronic stress 17:29 – Food as information, not just fuel 18:05 – Time-restricted eating, fresh food, and metabolic signaling 18:27 – Meaning, purpose, and emotional states as cellular inputs 19:23 – Mitochondria, aging, and the potential reversibility of decline 20:06 – SuperLife framework: alignment over optimization 20:37 – Consistency beats intensity at the cellular level 21:19 – Stable rhythms: sleep, nourishment, hydration, movement 21:45 – Stillness, meditation, and parasympathetic repair 22:35 – Growth requires both resistance and recovery 24:44 – Connection, community, and loneliness as biological signals 25:27 – Eliminating fatal conveniences to restore vitality 26:02 – Your mitochondria are listening—change the signals 26:21 – Honoring Huberman & Picard's contribution to human health 27:12 – Energy flow as the foundation of a SuperLife 28:11 – Closing reflections and invitation to apply this work     Thank You to Our Sponsors Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Caldera Lab: Experience the clinically proven benefits of Caldera Lab's clean skincare regimen and enjoy 20% off your order by visiting calderalab.com/darin and using code DARIN at checkout.     Join the SuperLife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences     Key Takeaway "Your mitochondria are not broken. They are responding perfectly to the signals you give them. Change the signals, and your energy, resilience, and life will follow."     Bibliography & Sources Here is the bibliography based on the sources referenced in the document, formatted with direct links to the scientific papers, books, and the podcast episode. Primary Source Material Huberman, A. (Host). (2025, December 15). Improve Energy & Longevity by Optimizing Mitochondria with Dr. Martin Picard [Audio/Video podcast]. Huberman Lab. Link to Episode Picard Lab. Mitochondrial Psychobiology Group. Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Link to Lab Website Key Scientific Literature & Books Hood, D. A., Memme, J. M., Oliveira, A. N., & Triolo, M. (2019). Exercise and Mitochondrial Biogenesis. Physiological Reviews, 99(1), 669–715. Read Study Lane, N. (2015). The Vital Question: Energy, Evolution, and the Origins of Complex Life. W.W. Norton & Company. Book Link López-Otín, C., Blasco, M. A., Partridge, L., Serrano, M., & Kroemer, G. (2013). The Hallmarks of Aging. Cell, 153(6), 1194–1217. Read Study Mattson, M. P., Moehl, K., Ghena, N., Schmaedick, M., & Cheng, A. (2018). Intermittent Metabolic Switching, Neuroplasticity and Brain Health. Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 19, 63–80. Read Study Picard, M., & McEwen, B. S. (2018). Psychological Stress and Mitochondria: A Systematic Review. Psychosomatic Medicine, 80(2), 126–140. Read Study Picard, M., & Shirihai, O. S. (2022). Mitochondrial Psychobiology: Foundations and Applications. Current Opinion in Behavioral Sciences, 43, 102–110. Read Study Speakman, J. R., & Selman, C. (2011). The Free-Radical Damage Theory: Accumulating Evidence Against a Simple Link. Trends in Ecology & Evolution, 26(1), 33–39. Read Study Wallace, D. C. (2015). Mitochondria and Cancer. Nature Reviews Cancer, 12, 685–698. (Note: Often referenced alongside his Annual Review of Genetics work on aging). Read Study

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20251225dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. John 1:14 Give Glory to God How do you know what God is really like? Some imagine him as distant, powerful but far removed from daily life. Others picture him as a stern judge, always ready to condemn. Still others think of him as a vague spiritual force, too abstract to know personally. But John tells us something remarkable: “The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us.” The eternal Son of God didn't stay far away. He didn’t just send messages through prophets or appear in visions. He came down to live with us, fully human, yet still fully God. That changes everything. In Jesus, we see exactly what God is like. He is not cold or distant. He is not waiting for us to climb up to him. Instead, he comes down to us. He steps into our weakness, our suffering, even our death. He takes on flesh so that he can carry our sins to the cross and give us his righteousness in return. John says we have seen his glory. But notice how that glory shines. It is not in earthly splendor or political power, but in humble service, in compassion for the broken, in sacrifice for sinners. The manger, the cross, and the empty tomb reveal God's glory most clearly. There, we see a God full of grace and truth. Grace, because in Jesus, we receive forgiveness we could never earn. Truth, because in Jesus, we see God's faithfulness to every promise. This means you don’t have to wonder whether God loves you. You don’t need to search for hidden signs of his presence. The Word became flesh. He lived among us. He still comes to us today through his Word and sacraments. And he will dwell with us forever in heaven. Prayer: Lord Jesus, thank you for becoming flesh and making your dwelling among us. Help me to see your glory in your life, death, and resurrection. Fill me with confidence in your grace and truth. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

Brad Paisley is a Grammy winning artist and one of country music's most respected storytellers, known for his masterful guitar work and deeply personal songwriting. Brad sits down with Hoda Kotb to reflect on growing up in West Virginia, the grandfather who gave him his first guitar for Christmas, and why giving back has always been part of his life. Plus, he shares the inspiration behind his latest album, Snow Globe Town, and why doing something tangible is how you can create hope, especially during the holiday season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a text“You don't need someone elses permission to be successful.” ~ Jeremy HillEpisode Overview: Jeremy HillIn this episode of The Remarkable People Podcast, host David Pasqualone interviews Jeremy Hill, a self-made entrepreneur who built a capital investment company from scratch. The conversation explores how one key conversation led to a $2.2 billion business, highlighting the importance of balancing material wealth with strong family values and a relationship with God. Jeremy shares his life's ups and downs, emphasizing the significance of not comparing oneself to others but instead embracing one's unique journey. The episode delves into Jeremy's professional and personal life, offering a ‘recipe for success' that includes making God the center of your life, prioritizing family relationships, and leading your children. It also tackles the common struggles and victories in marriage, entrepreneurship, and faith, providing listeners with actionable insights on achieving a fulfilling life. This episode features candid discussions on Jeremy's early life, career, critical turning points, and reflections on maintaining balance and consistency in various aspects of life.REMARKABLE SPECIAL OFFER(S):REMARKABLE OFFER 1: Save 30% to 80% on EVERYTHING you order at MyPillow.com with Free Promo Code, “REMARKABLE“. Yes, that's right! Use the best My Pillow promo code out there to save a TON of money on all 200+ quality, comfortable, cozy home goods at MyPillow.com/Remarkable, or by calling 1-800-644-6612. From sheets, to blankets, to pillows, to mattress toppers, be ready to sleep better and live more comfortably than you ever have before!REMARKABLE OFFER 2: Your Exclusive Offer: Save Big on Your Console Vault In-Vehicle Safe. With our exclusive promo code, “REMARKABLE“, you will Save 10% or more on all Console Vault anti-theft vehicle safes you order. And sometimes, you'll receive Free Shipping too!  Just make sure to use the free Console Vault discount code, “REMARKABLE” at checkout.Guest Contact Info:Website: https://Jb-capital.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-b-hill-a0350a3Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejeremybhillGuest Bio:Jeremy is a recognized expert in the private debt industry. Since founding JB Capital in 2003, the company has become a reference for capital placement and advisory services in the US and Canadian lower middle markets. Under Mr. Hill's leadership, JB Capital has raised and advised on approximately $1 billion in capital for growth companies across the industry spectrum. An acuity for creating innovative solutions to complex situations, his track record of success has allowed him to call on an extensive network of partners that includes leading commercial banks, alternative investment managers, and global advisory firms. Mr. Hill is a guest contributor to CNBC, Bloomberg and provides ongoing financial advice and board leadership to several well-known growth companies.Support the showTHE NOT-SO-FINE-PRINT DISCLAIMER: While we are very thankful for all of our guests, please understand that we do not necessarily share or endorse the same beliefs, worldviews, or positions that they may hold. We respectfully agree to disagree in some areas, and thank God for the blessing and privilege of free will. For more Remarkable Episodes, Inspiration, and Motivation, please visit https://davidpasqualone.com/remarkable-people-podcast/ now!