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Today I'm sharing an episode of my friend Robin Lassiter's phenomenal podcast Earth: A Love Story. If you like what you hear, I hope that you'll subscribe to Robin's podcast. Earth: A Love Story Spotify Apple Podcasts YouTube Get tickets for the August 2nd show in LA at the Philosophical Research Society SPECTREVISION RADIO PRESENTS: DISCLOSURE EXPOSURE https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spectrevision-radio-presents-disclosure-exposure-tickets-1992296642890 Inquiry with Kelly Chase and Earth: A Love Story are brought to you by SpectreVision Radio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim takes the mic solo to answer fan questions about Psych, reflecting on Lassiter's evolution, his favorite episodes, unforgettable career moments, dream travel destinations, and the progress on his one-man show! Sponsor Note: Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at BollAndBranch.com/pineapple with code pineapple.Go to Quince.com/pineapple for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Visit Embarkvet.com and use promo code PINEAPPLE to save $10 today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pastor Bobbi brings us the message recorded live at Covenant.

Send Us A Message or Ask Us A Question? David Lassiter on Purpose, Prayer, and Turning Trauma into Fulfilment.Host Savia Rocks welcomes season seven of the Us People Podcast and interviews actor, comedian, and writer David Lassiter. David shares growing up in South Jamaica, Queens, being bused to integrated schools, and how those experiences shaped his ability to work across cultures in entertainment. He reflects on a time he didn't like who he saw in the mirror due to survival choices, then describes shifting toward comedy and acting for purpose, fulfillment, and making people laugh, with prayer as his foundation. He explains the realities of the industry, years of hard work, rejection, auditions, meetings, and inconsistent income, and advises persistence, gratitude, positive energy, and watching one's circle. David says judgment wouldn't change him, chooses Barack Obama, Malcolm X, and Michael Jackson for a desert-island scenario, shouts out his manager and collaborators, and shares where to find him online.00:00 Welcome and mission01:10 Season intro and guest tease01:55 Meet David Lasseter03:04 Growing up in Queens07:27 Mirror and transformation10:11 Finding purpose in comedy14:02 Entertainment grind realities19:42 Best advice and loyalty24:35 Energy and protecting peace26:32 Day in the Life28:35 No Judgment Mindset31:58 Desert Island Picks36:53 Finding Inner Peace37:33 Advice to Keep Going42:25 Shoutouts and Contacts44:34 Podcast Wrap and Outro46:46 Deeper Message TrackInstagram/davidlassiteractor1. Imdbme/Davidlassiteractor1.The Beauty of life is the journey that we take and what we learn along the way - Savia RocksSupport the show

Ednaija “Nay” Lassiter is the Girls' Basketball Head Coach at Governors Academy in Byfield, Massachusetts. In addition to her coaching role, Nay is the founder and CEO of Heavy Hearted Convos, a non-profit organization dedicated to mental wellness and fostering open discussions about emotionally challenging topics.Nay began her coaching career as a graduate assistant at Northeastern University, followed by an assistant coaching position at The College of Charleston.As a player, Nay played college basketball at the University of Rhode Island and Southern Connecticut State University, earning a degree in Sociology.Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @hoopheadspod for the latest updates on episodes, guests, and events from the Hoop Heads Pod.Make sure you're subscribed to the Hoop Heads Pod on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts and while you're there please leave us a 5 star rating and review. Your ratings help your friends and coaching colleagues find the show. If you really love what you're hearing recommend the Hoop Heads Pod to someone and get them to join you as a part of Hoop Heads Nation.Be prepared with a notebook and pen as you listen to this episode with Nay Lassiter, Girls' Basketball Head Coach at Governors Academy and CEO of Heavy Hearted ConvosWebsites - https://www.heavyheartedconvos.com/ https://www.thegovernorsacademy.org/athletics/teams-schedules/team-details/~athletics-team-id/42Email - ednaija@heavyhconvos.comTwitter/X - @nayybaee0Visit our Sponsors!Give With HoopsGive With Hoops is a groundbreaking initiative that fuses basketball analytics with modern sponsorship. Built for teams who see data as opportunity, from AAU programs to college powerhouses. By tying on-court performance directly to community and sponsor engagement, Give With Hoops help programs raise more while deepening support from those who believe in the game.D3 Direct Recruiting PlaybookHoop Heads Listeners currently get 25% off!Your step-by-step guide to getting recruited as a college athlete at the NCAA Division 3 level. This course is designed by former D3 Athletes to take you from zero interest from college coaches to securing your first offer and putting you on the path to committing.The Coaching PortfolioYour first impression is everything when applying for a new coaching job. A professional coaching portfolio is the tool that highlights your coaching achievements and philosophies and, most of all, helps separate you and your abilities from the other applicants. Special Price of just $25 for all Hoop Heads Listeners.Wealth4CoachesEmpowering athletic coaches with financial education, strategic planning, and practical tools to build lasting wealth—on and off the court.If you listen to and love the Hoop Heads Podcast, please consider giving us a small tip that will help in our quest to become the #1 basketball coaching podcast. https://hoop-heads.captivate.fm/supportTwitter/X Podcast - @hoopheadspodMike - @hdstarthoopsJason - @jsunkleInstagram@hoopheadspodFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/hoopheadspod/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDoVTtvpgwwOVL4QVswqMLQ

Seth and Luke discuss ESPN showing the Texans' defense some love in their list of top 10 CBs and top 10 Edge Rushers, and if Kamari Lassiter will always be fighting the perception that he's the 2nd CB behind Stingley.

ITL reacts to Derek Stingley Jr. being ranked No. 2 among NFL cornerbacks by executives, with Kamari Lassiter also receiving recognition.

What if one of the greatest measures of ministry success isn't the size of your church, but the leaders you've helped grow?In this final installment of Ralph Moore's conversation with Antoine Lassiter, the discussion turns to mentorship, multiplication, and the joy of investing in future leaders. Ralph reflects on the people who shaped his ministry journey, the influence of encouragers like Barnabas, and why he has spent decades pouring into church planters around the world.Antoine shares how God unexpectedly expanded his own ministry beyond the local church. As a church planting catalyst with the North Carolina Baptist Convention and Send Network, he now walks alongside church planters across the state, helping them navigate everything from launching churches to enduring personal trials while remaining faithful to their calling.Together, Ralph and Antoine explore the power of seeing potential in others before they see it themselves. They discuss writing books as a way of passing on wisdom, the importance of preserving a ministry legacy, and why every leader should be intentionally investing in the next generation.More than anything, this episode is a celebration of God's faithfulness. From a chance meeting in a Starbucks to influencing church planters across an entire region, Antoine's story reminds listeners that God often uses ordinary acts of encouragement to produce extraordinary Kingdom impact.In this episode:Why mentorship is essential to Kingdom multiplicationThe legacy of Barnabas and the power of investing in othersHow writing can extend your ministry beyond your lifetimeThe common struggles every church planter facesSeeing potential in people before they see it themselvesIf you've ever wondered how movements grow, churches multiply, and leaders develop, this conversation points to a simple answer: someone cared enough to invest in someone else.Great churches plant churches. Great leaders plant leaders. And faithful disciples make disciple-makers.

Everyone loves stories about the beginning and the breakthrough.The call. The launch. The growth. The success.But what about everything in between?In this episode, Ralph Moore and Antoine Lassiter dive into the often-overlooked reality of ministry life: the messy middle. Drawing from Antoine's book Beyond the Calling, they discuss the gap between God's calling and the day-to-day faithfulness required to walk it out.Antoine shares how years of ministry challenged his assumptions about success, visibility, and significance. Like many leaders, he found himself comparing his journey to the stories of rapidly growing churches and high-profile ministries. Over time, God began teaching him a different lesson: faithfulness matters more than fame.Together, Ralph and Antoine explore the lives of biblical leaders like Abraham, David, Joseph, and Deborah, discovering that God's greatest work often happens in seasons of waiting, testing, disappointment, and hidden preparation.Ralph also reflects on his own ministry journey and explains why he has spent decades investing in younger leaders, not because someone did it for him, but because he saw the power of encouragement in the life of Barnabas.In this episode:Why most leaders live in the "middle" longer than they expectThe danger of equating visibility with valueLearning to stay faithful when ministry doesn't look like you imaginedWhat Abraham, David, and Joseph teach us about perseveranceThe temptation of shortcuts and comparisonWhy encouragement may be one of the most important leadership giftsHow mentoring multiplies ministry across generationsWhether you're planting a church, leading a ministry, or simply trying to stay faithful to God's calling, this conversation offers encouragement for the long journey between where God calls you and where He ultimately leads you.The calling may get you started, but learning to master the middle is what shapes you into the leader God intends you to become.

Maggie and Tim answer fan questions for “Psy vs. Psy,” sharing their memories of working with Lou Diamond Phillips, filming at Boundary Bay Airport and Home Depot, Juliet's not-so-subtle jealousy, Lassiter's admiration of Lars, and why this episode remains one of the funniest episodes of Psych.Sponsor Note: ⁠quince.com/pineapple⁠ for free shipping and 365 day returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can an introvert be an effective pastor?In this episode, Ralph Moore continues his conversation with Antoine Lassiter, exploring the hidden challenges many pastors face but rarely discuss. Antoine shares how anxiety, overthinking, and a desire to control outcomes once kept him isolated before services—even hiding in his office to avoid conversations. What he discovered changed both his leadership and his church.Together, Ralph and Antoine unpack the surprising connection between introversion, self-focus, and ministry effectiveness. They discuss practical ways pastors can move beyond performance-driven leadership and become more present with the people they serve.The conversation also highlights how simple acts of love can transform a church's relationship with its community. From delivering donuts to essential workers during COVID to building a thriving partnership with a local elementary school, Antoine shares how his church learned to think beyond its walls and become a trusted presence in the neighborhood.Along the way, Ralph reflects on lessons learned from decades of ministry, and Antoine honors the mentors who taught him the importance of slowing down, investing in people, and seeing potential in others before they see it in themselves.In this episode:Why introverted pastors often struggle with people more than preachingThe difference between preparation and performanceHow anxiety can subtly become self-centerednessPractical ways to become more approachable as a leaderWhat COVID taught one church about serving its communityBuilding long-term partnerships with local schoolsWhy disciple-making requires slowing downThe power of mentoring and making time for othersWhether you're an introvert, an extrovert, or somewhere in between, this conversation offers encouragement for leading authentically, loving people intentionally, and trusting God with the results.

Show Notes The second in the Cars trilogy makes its appearance this week and we have a few questions - chief among them is - WHY? Don't fall into the trap I did and think the opener is a movie within the movie - it is in fact just the movie because why wouldn't the sequel to Cars be a Bond film? Don't listen to Lassiter when he says this is about friendship since Lightning McQueen is in this movie for about 15 minutes and is a jerk for 12 of them. If you love Mater, this is for you - and he does prove himself to be kind of a genius.  Recommendations: Jonathan (Amazon Prime); Maternal Instinct (Netflix)  Next up: Winnie the Pooh (2011) Email us at latecomers@gmail.com Our Facebook group is here for those who consent: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1754020081574479/

Is Knicks HC Mike Brown Killing the Rockets Case to KEEP Udoka? + Texans DBs THRIVING; Lassiter vs Stingley - Hour 2 Friday 06/12/26 full 1176 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:38:22 +0000 0I8eDgvL7J52aQ06qcpjxZGNgvLgQiNP nfl,mlb,nba,texans,astros,rockets,sports The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley nfl,mlb,nba,texans,astros,rockets,sports Is Knicks HC Mike Brown Killing the Rockets Case to KEEP Udoka? + Texans DBs THRIVING; Lassiter vs Stingley - Hour 2 Friday 06/12/26 The Drive with Stoerner & Hughley delivers high-energy Houston sports talk built for H-Town fans who want insight with edge. Former NFL quarterback Clint Stoerner teams up with Ron “The Show” Hughley to break down everything that matters in Houston sports — from Texans training camp storylines and NFL playoff races to Astros postseason pushes and Rockets rebuild updates. A must-listen for Houston sports talk, the show blends locker-room perspective, strong opinions and authentic fan energy while covering SEC football, UH hoops, college sports across Texas and the biggest headlines shaping the NFL and MLB. For passionate, informed and locally-focused Houston sports analysis, The Drive with Stoerner & Hughley keeps fans connected to the teams and stories that define the city. © 2026 Audacy, Inc.

What happens when a pastor buys his wife a cake truck and starts hanging out at farmers markets?In this episode, Ralph sits down with pastor, author, and longtime friend Antoine Lassiter to talk about the surprising ministry opportunities that emerge when Christians intentionally step outside their church circles and into everyday life.Antoine shares the story behind his wife's cake business, a farmers market friendship with a self-described anti-Christian, and the year-long relationship that uncovered deep wounds from a painful religious upbringing. Along the way, he reflects on why listening often opens doors that arguments never will.The conversation also turns inward as Antoine discusses his journey as an introvert in ministry, how hiding in his office before church was hurting his leadership, and the changes that helped him become more present and approachable. From lingering after services to hosting meals and creating spaces for connection, Antoine explains why belonging is often the bridge to believing.Whether you're a pastor, church planter, or simply someone who wants to live more missionally, this episode offers practical wisdom on building genuine relationships, overcoming personal barriers, and finding gospel opportunities in ordinary places.In this episode:A powerful story of friendship with a skepticHow past wounds shape people's perceptions of ChristianityThe hidden struggles of introverted pastorsCreating a church culture where people linger and connectRecovering your missional edge outside church circlesSometimes the best ministry doesn't start with a sermon, it starts with a conversation over cake.

Pastor Bobbi brings us the message recorded live at Covenant. 

A dive into the world of friendship with our latest "Friends Like Us" podcast episode! Marina Franklin host special guests Sharaé Nikai and David Lassiter as they talk about their incredible journey creating "The Other Gold" — a film about friendships' complexities. Watch it now on Apple TV and Tubi! Sharaé Nikai - Against industry odds, Jersey City native Sharaé Nikai wrote, produced, co-directed and starred in her very first feature film, "The Other, Gold." It is a heartfelt dramedy that follows a TV writer living in Little Tokyo as she navigates grief, isolation and the rekindling of a former BFF-ship. Out of 13,016 submissions, TOG was invited to world premiere as one of only 10 films in Tribeca's US Narrative Competition. This acclaim led to Nikai being in consideration for the 2025 Oscars, Spirit Awards and Emmys in the Outstanding Television Movie, Directing & Lead Actress categories. It also makes her the first Black female quadruple threat (sole writer/producer, director & star) to qualify for the Academy Awards with no studio or major production company backing. As a producer, Sharaé secured an exclusive Mental Health Awareness partnership for "The Other, Gold" at FOX-owned Tubi and sponsorship for its launch by Women in Film (WIF) and The Entertainment Community Fund. In March 2026, "The Other, Gold" was released worldwide in celebration of Women's History Month exclusively on Apple TV. In addition to TOG, Nikai appears in numerous ad campaigns, films and TV series including Grey's Anatomy and opposite Alison Brie in Sundance's "Horse Girl" (The DuPlass Bros/Netflix). Currently, she is the 2026 international voice of Nordstrom Rack all while developing her dramedy driven TV/film slate. In her spare time, Sharaé takes serious pride in the accent mark over her "e" and is the reigning (read: self-proclaimed) trap karaoke queen. David Lassiter is an American filmmaker, actor, writer, and musician from Jersey City, New Jersey. He co-directed and appeared in the feature film The Other, Gold (2024), which premiered at the Tribeca Festival before streaming on Apple TV+ and Tubi. Before transitioning into filmmaking, Lassiter worked as a fashion model and was signed to Wilhelmina Models, appearing in campaigns and editorial work for brands and publications including Giorgio Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Vogue, GQ, Banana Republic, Swatch, and Levi's. He later studied acting in New York at HB Studio, Susan Batson Studio, and WB Workshops while appearing in national campaigns for Verizon, Macy's, and American Eagle. Lassiter also collaborated with Viacom on street-interview segments featured on MTV and MTV2. Always hosted by Marina Franklin - One Hour Comedy Special: Single Black Female ( Amazon Prime, CW Network), TBS's The Last O.G, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Hysterical on FX, The Movie Trainwreck, Louie Season V, The Jim Gaffigan Show, Conan O'Brien, Stephen Colbert, HBO's Crashing, and The Breaks with Michelle Wolf. Writer for HBO's 'Divorce' and the new Tracy Morgan show on Paramount Plus: 'Crutch    

Movin' & Shakin' Around the NFL/AFC Monday! + Lassiter is a BAAAD Man, Texans fans! + Astros Slowly but Surely-GETTING HEALTHIER! Javier Rehab Assignment Comin'! + AJ Brown Now a Member of the PATRIOTS! AFC Shake Up- Thru Texans Lens!

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Stroud OR Lassiter?! Which Young Texan Will get that BIG Pay Day 1st!? + 'Stros WIN Friday @ Wrigley! - Hour 3 Friday 05/22/26 full 2397 Sat, 23 May 2026 02:00:39 +0000 llE4Z1sOvJ3m8c1GST61rnYySPvQbMzK nfl,mlb,nba,houston texans,nba playoffs,houston astros,nfl news,texans,astros,rockets,houston rockets,mlb news,sports The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley nfl,mlb,nba,houston texans,nba playoffs,houston astros,nfl news,texans,astros,rockets,houston rockets,mlb news,sports Stroud OR Lassiter?! Which Young Texan Will get that BIG Pay Day 1st!? + 'Stros WIN Friday @ Wrigley! - Hour 3 Friday 05/22/26 The Drive with Stoerner & Hughley delivers high-energy Houston sports talk built for H-Town fans who want insight with edge. Former NFL quarterback Clint Stoerner teams up with Ron “The Show” Hughley to break down everything that matters in Houston sports — from Texans training camp storylines and NFL playoff races to Astros postseason pushes and Rockets rebuild updates. A must-listen for Houston sports talk, the show blends locker-room perspective, strong opinions and authentic fan energy while covering SEC football, UH hoops, college sports across Texas and the biggest headlines shaping the NFL and MLB. For passionate, informed and locally-focused Houston sports analysis, The Drive with Stoerner & Hughley keeps fans connected to the teams and stories that define the city. © 2026 Audacy, Inc.

Seth and Sean discuss what Kamari Lassiter had to say as to his offseason focus and goals for the season, a big opportunity for CJ Stroud to get paid based on this season, and the Vrabel-Russini drama drip feed keeping coming.

Seth and Sean assess their biggest blind spots about the Texans, look at the odds for where Kevin Durant plays next year, and hear what Kamari Lassiter had to say about playing in the season-saving win in KC last year.

ITL covers another loaded day across Houston sports, starting with Reggie Adetula declaring it's “a wrap” when it comes to Kamari Lassiter potentially becoming as elite as Derek Stingley Jr.. The guys debate whether Lassiter has already shown enough to believe the Houston Texans may have another lockdown cornerstone in the secondary and continue the conversation later in the show with more reaction to Kamari's comments on Texans All Access. ITL also tackles growing frustration around the Houston Astros, asking fans why they still haven't reached their breaking point with this team despite the mounting issues. Around The NFL features Aaron Rodgers reportedly being MIA according to the Pittsburgh Steelers GM, Indianapolis Colts roster moves, and more league headlines, while the Houston Rockets become a major topic after Patrick Fertitta says the organization is sticking with a patient approach. ITL debates whether patience is smart team-building or if Houston is waiting too long to make a serious move. The guys also react LIVE to DeMeco Ryans speaking from Houston Texans Rookie Mini Camp, breaking down rookie impressions, team culture, and early storylines from camp before sharing hilarious rookie-themed Lunch-Time Confessions and stories about the maddest they've ever made their moms. Figgy's Mixtape closes the show with chaotic relationship stories involving ChatGPT exposing a boyfriend, a smart scale revealing cheating, and more bizarre internet drama, while the QOTD asks listeners to finish the phrase: “Death, taxes and ______?”

ITL dives into Reggie Adetula's “that's a wrap” declaration when it comes to Kamari Lassiter potentially becoming as elite as Derek Stingley Jr.. The guys break down whether Lassiter has already shown enough to believe Houston may have another lockdown cornerstone in the secondary and what that could mean for the future of the Houston Texans defense. Then the focus shifts to the Houston Astros as ITL asks a serious question: if you still haven't reached your breaking point with this team yet… why not? The guys debate what's keeping fans hopeful, what would officially push people over the edge, and whether Houston is running out of goodwill. The hour wraps with today's QOTD: Death, taxes and ______?

ITL reacts to more comments from Kamari Lassiter during Texans All Access, continuing the conversation about his confidence, mindset, and why so many around the Houston Texans believe he's on track to become one of the core pieces of the defense. The guys break down what stands out about Lassiter's approach and why expectations around him continue to rise. Then it's Figgy's Mixtape, featuring a boyfriend getting dumped after his ChatGPT history was discovered, another woman learning her husband was cheating because of a smart scale, and more chaotic and unbelievable stories from around the internet.

Texans' DB Kamari Lassiter? The Texans Young DB is a DAWG! full 533 Fri, 08 May 2026 23:42:11 +0000 GiLh5xKAP1uEgoLKygOpJDeD1bFOML4q nfl,afc,houston texans,demeco ryans,afc south,nfl news,texans,kamari lassiter,lassiter,texans news,nfl news notes,houston texans news,texans news notes,sports The Drive with Stoerner and Hughley nfl,afc,houston texans,demeco ryans,afc south,nfl news,texans,kamari lassiter,lassiter,texans news,nfl news notes,houston texans news,texans news notes,sports Texans' DB Kamari Lassiter? The Texans Young DB is a DAWG! The Drive with Stoerner & Hughley delivers high-energy Houston sports talk built for H-Town fans who want insight with edge. Former NFL quarterback Clint Stoerner teams up with Ron “The Show” Hughley to break down everything that matters in Houston sports — from Texans training camp storylines and NFL playoff races to Astros postseason pushes and Rockets rebuild updates. A must-listen for Houston sports talk, the show blends locker-room perspective, strong opinions and authentic fan energy while covering SEC football, UH hoops, college sports across Texas and the biggest headlines shaping the NFL and MLB. For passionate, informed and locally-focused Houston sports analysis, The Drive with Stoerner & Hughley keeps fans connected to the teams and stories that define the city. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasting

Seth and Sean discuss Kamari Lassiter saying he heard LIES about his 40-yard dash time, and if he fell to the Texans because of such disinformation.

Seth and Sean talk about what DeMeco Ryans had to say about CJ Stroud's contract situation and the offseason work he's put in, if fake news about Kamari Lassiter's 40 time caused him to fall to the Texans, the most interesting parts from the Stefan Diggs trial, and see what the ITL question of the day is with Reggie and Lopez.

Welcome back to Beats Vines & Life. In this special episode, MJ Towler sits down with Wright Lassiter and his wife, Cathy Lassiter—a dynamic couple whose journey blends music, culture, and the art of living well. Wright Lassiter, one of the nation's top healthcare leaders, and Cathy, a lifelong community advocate and self-described CEO of the family, share how their passions for travel, culture, and wine have led them to create Lassiter Family Vineyards.Get ready to hear the remarkable story behind their entry into the world of boutique winemaking, their love for champagne breakfasts, their deep roots in music-rich communities, and the lifestyle strategies that keep their family thriving. From building a world-class wine collection to crafting meaningful experiences around the table, this episode serves up inspiration, wit, and a taste of what it means to fuse success with soulful living.For more information about Lassiter Family Vineyards click the link!Follow Lassiter Family Vineyards on IG!____________________________________________________________Until next time, cheers to the mavericks, philosophers, deep thinkers, and wine drinkers! Grenache Fest is BACK!!! Grenache Fest is coming to Waitsburg, Washington, bringing with it a focused, celebratory spotlight on one of the world's most important and expressive grapes. This year, we will start with a blind tasting seminar hosted by MJ Towler, Chauncey Arkfeld, and Michael Alberty, followed by smaller breakout sessions across town.Go to the-vines.com and use code BLACKWINEGUY to unlock member pricing and join their community for just $395, plus get a case of wines they make with their partners. (U.S. addresses only.)Subscribe and give Beats Vines and Life a five-star review on whichever platform you listen to.For insider info from MJ and exclusive content from the show, sign up at blackwineguy.comFollow MJ @blackwineguyFollow Beats Vines and Life @beatsvinesandlifeFollow Totally Biased Wine Reviews on IGSign up for Totally Biased Wine Reviews Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In his latest book, How I Know White People Are Crazy and Other Stories, psychologist Jonathan Lassiter pulls back the curtain on the mental health system and reveals the hurdles that Black psychologists and students are forced to endure in the field. * In this episode, Dr. Lassiter is joined by CIIS Expressive Arts Therapy core faculty Chevon Stewart, for a thought-provoking conversation exploring his experience as a Black gay man working as a psychologist under culturally insensitive supervisors and colleagues in America. They discuss how white ideology has harmed Black patients and how it dominates America's mental health practices. Drawing from his research, and his own therapy, Dr. Lassiter shares the benefits we can all find when we center culture in our healing practices. * This episode was recorded during a live online event on December 4th, 2025. You can also watch it on the CIIS Public Programs YouTube channel. A transcript is available at ciis.edu/podcast. To find out more about CIIS and public programs like this one, visit our website ciis.edu and connect with us on Instagram @ciispubprograms. * Some podcast apps may not display links from our show notes properly, so we have included a list of links below. * We hope that each episode of our podcast provides opportunities for growth, and that our listeners will use them as a starting point for further introspection. Many of the topics discussed on our podcast have the potential to bring up feelings and emotional responses. If you or someone you know is in need of mental health care and support, here are some resources to find immediate help and future healing: * -Visit 988lifeline.org or text, call, or chat with The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing 988 from anywhere in the U.S. to be connected immediately with a trained counselor. Please note that 988 staff are required to take all action necessary to secure the safety of a caller and initiate emergency response with or without the caller's consent if they are unwilling or unable to take action on their own behalf. * -Visit thrivelifeline.org or text “THRIVE” to begin a conversation with a THRIVE Lifeline crisis responder 24/7/365, from anywhere: +1.313.662.8209. This confidential text line is available for individuals 18+ and is staffed by people in STEMM with marginalized identities. * -Visit translifeline.org or call (877) 565-8860 in the U.S. or (877) 330-6366 in Canada to learn more and contact Trans Lifeline, who provides trans peer support divested from police. * -Visit ciis.edu/ciis-in-the-world/counseling-clinics to learn more and schedule counseling sessions at one of our centers. * -Find information about additional global helplines at befrienders.org. * LINKS * Podcast Transcripts: https://www.ciis.edu/podcast * California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) Website: https://www.ciis.edu/ * CIIS Public Programs YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ciispublicprograms * CIIS Public Programs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ciispubprograms/ * Mental Health Care and Support Resources: https://988lifeline.org/ https://thrivelifeline.org/ https://translifeline.org/ https://www.ciis.edu/ciis-in-the-world/counseling-clinics https://befrienders.org/

Hawaiian Concert Guide Podcast Show 702 - Royal Flush Welcome to another inspiring edition of the Hawaiian Concert Guide. Episode 702, titled Royal Flush, is a heartfelt musical journey through aloha for family, love of place, worship, memory, and the unmistakable beauty of Hawaiian harmony. This episode moves gracefully from contemporary Hawaiian recordings into faith-filled expressions, pauses for a fun and nostalgic exotica interlude, and then returns home with classic Hawaiian vocal richness. At the top of the show, we feature a special live interview with Nick and Sam, who are visiting Hilo, Hawaiʻi for the world-renowned Merrie Monarch Festival, the premier celebration of hula and Hawaiian cultural arts. From the vibrant energy of Hilo during festival week to the deep traditions of hula, chant, and storytelling, Nick and Sam share their firsthand experiences attending one of the most significant cultural events in Hawaiʻi. Their perspective offers listeners a glimpse into the atmosphere, excitement, and reverence that define Merrie Monarch. The selections in this episode reflect some of the deepest values found in Hawaiian music: reverence for loved ones, profound attachment to the land, gratitude to God, and the enduring power of mele to preserve both emotion and identity. The result is an episode that feels warm, reflective, and deeply rooted. Featured Tracks 1. E Māma - Kaleo Phillips Album: E Mama Duration: 4:01 Opening the episode is E Māma, a song that immediately establishes an intimate and reverent emotional tone. The title suggests a tribute to mother, and in Hawaiian musical tradition, songs honoring mothers often carry meanings that go beyond a single individual. They can also reflect family lineage, sacrifice, tenderness, and the continuity of aloha across generations. Kaleo Phillips delivers the mele with restraint and sincerity, allowing the song's emotional core to remain front and center. Rather than overwhelming the listener with a dense arrangement, the song appears to rely on warmth, vocal phrasing, and a steady melodic line. That simplicity is part of its strength. Hawaiian music often does its best work when it trusts the story. As an opening track, this selection acts as a gateway into the entire episode. It introduces a theme that echoes through several of the songs that follow: love expressed not through spectacle, but through remembrance, gentleness, and deep personal connection. Theme: Family love, reverence, remembrance Musical character: Gentle, reflective, intimate Why it matters: Sets the emotional and spiritual tone for the full episode 2. Puna Kuʻu Aloha - Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter Album: Ho'i Ke Aloha - EP Duration: 3:57 Puna Kuʻu Aloha is a beautiful example of Hawaiian songwriting rooted in place. In Hawaiian mele, land is never just scenery. It is memory, identity, relationship, and presence. To sing of Puna is to sing of a living place with emotional and cultural meaning. Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter brings grace and emotional clarity to this performance. The phrase kuʻu aloha conveys a deeply personal affection, making the title feel like a love letter to Puna itself. This is one of the distinctive strengths of Hawaiian music: the ability to treat land as beloved, not merely observed. Puna, on Hawaiʻi Island, carries layers of meaning through its lush beauty, dynamic volcanic history, and deep cultural associations. Songs about Puna often hold a sense of longing, beauty, and transformation. This recording fits naturally within that lineage, inviting the listener to hear place as something cherished and alive. Theme: Love of place, emotional geography, identity Musical character: Flowing, melodic, affectionate Why it matters: Reinforces the Hawaiian tradition of connecting aloha with the land 3. Haleakalā - Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter Album: Ho'i Ke Aloha - EP Duration: 3:37 Staying with Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter, Haleakalā shifts the focus from one beloved region to one of Hawaiʻi's most revered natural and spiritual landmarks. Haleakalā is not only a mountain; it is a place layered with story, reverence, and mythic resonance. In Hawaiian tradition, places are often inseparable from the narratives attached to them. Haleakalā is famously associated with Māui, who was said to have lassoed the sun there. Because of that, references to Haleakalā can carry themes of time, light, wonder, and power. A song named for it naturally invites awe. Musically, this piece feels expansive, fitting the majesty of the subject. It broadens the emotional landscape of the episode and deepens the sense that Hawaiian music can hold both personal tenderness and geographic grandeur in the same artistic frame. Theme: Sacred place, wonder, mythic landscape Musical character: Spacious, reverent, elevated Why it matters: Expands the episode from intimate affection into spiritual geography 4. Goodness of God - Gregory Juan Album: Kauluwehi Duration: 3:41 With Goodness of God, the episode moves more directly into the language of testimony and praise. Though widely known in contemporary Christian music, a Hawaiian-oriented rendition invites the listener to hear the song through a different cultural lens. In this context, gratitude becomes more than a lyric theme; it connects naturally with the Hawaiian value of mahalo. Gregory Juan's performance likely resonates because of that fusion. Contemporary worship songs can sometimes feel structurally familiar, but when interpreted with island phrasing, local vocal sensibility, and an ear for relational warmth, they can take on a more grounded and communal feeling. This track serves as an important bridge in the episode. The earlier songs honor people and places. Here, the orientation shifts upward in gratitude toward God. That movement from family and land into faith gives the episode a natural spiritual progression. Theme: Gratitude, testimony, faith Musical character: Worshipful, warm, heartfelt Why it matters: Bridges Hawaiian sensibility with contemporary Christian expression 5. Hawaiʻi Aloha - Kamalei Kawaʻa Album: Mānaiakalani Duration: 4:56 Few songs carry the emotional and cultural significance of Hawaiʻi Aloha. This is one of the most beloved anthems in Hawaiian music, often sung at the close of gatherings as a gesture of unity, affection, and enduring connection to the islands and their people. Kamalei Kawaʻa's inclusion of this song is powerful within the context of Episode 702. After moving through songs of personal love, cherished places, and gratitude to God, this anthem broadens the circle to embrace the whole of Hawaiʻi. It becomes communal rather than only personal. The strength of this song lies not only in melody but in function. It has become a song that people live with, sing together, and use to mark belonging. That sense of shared identity is one of the central treasures of Hawaiian music. Theme: Unity, homeland, shared aloha Musical character: Anthemic, communal, dignified Why it matters: One of the emotional anchors of the entire episode 6. Hoʻomana Ia Iesu (feat. Ka ʻOhana Kawaʻa) - Kamalei Kawaʻa Album: Mānaiakalani Duration: 4:04 Hoʻomana Ia Iesu brings the episode to an explicitly devotional place. The title itself centers worship of Jesus, and the featured participation of Ka ʻOhana Kawaʻa adds a family and community dimension that is especially meaningful in Hawaiian music. Hawaiian Christian music has long occupied an important place in the islands' musical life. What makes songs like this especially compelling is the way they join worship with family, language, and local style. Faith is not presented as abstract doctrine, but as something lived together and sung together. The communal nature of the performance likely enhances its emotional impact. Family voices singing in harmony naturally reinforce the message. In a broader sense, this track reflects one of the recurring motifs of the episode: love becomes fullest when shared. Theme: Worship, family faith, shared devotion Musical character: Reverent, communal, spiritually centered Why it matters: Deepens the episode's faith dimension while preserving a strong Hawaiian identity Exotica Segment 7. Exotica Segment Intro - pik00 Duration: 4:10 This segment intro marks a stylistic transition in the episode. Up to this point, the program has focused on music deeply rooted in Hawaiian identity, language, faith, and place. The Exotica segment steps sideways into a related but distinctly different musical world: one shaped by fantasy, lounge aesthetics, and mid-century tropical imagination. That contrast is part of what makes the segment valuable. It offers not only variety, but also perspective. It reminds listeners that “island music” has often been interpreted and reimagined far beyond Hawaiʻi itself. 8. On the Beach at Waikīkī (mix final) - Les Waikikings Album: Hapa haole with a twist Duration: 2:17 On the Beach at Waikīkī leans into the playful charm of tropical nostalgia. The title alone evokes postcard Hawaiʻi: surf, sand, leisure, and romance. In exotica and hapa-haole-adjacent material, the islands often become a stage for fantasy rather than an expression of local lived culture. That does not make the piece without merit. On the contrary, tracks like this can be delightful, catchy, and historically revealing. They show how Hawaiʻi was imagined internationally and how tropical motifs were translated into entertainment music for broad audiences. Within this episode, the song acts as a light palate cleanser. It introduces a wink of vintage fun before the program returns to more deeply rooted Hawaiian harmony. Theme: Tropical nostalgia, leisure, fantasy Musical character: Breezy, lounge-like, playful Why it matters: Adds historical contrast and tonal variety 9. How dya do - Les Waikikings Album: Hapa haole with a twist Duration: 3:03 How dya do continues the exotica mood with a likely emphasis on upbeat rhythm, polished arrangement, and the stylized “tropical” sound associated with mid-century popular music. These sorts of recordings often present a cheerful, cinematic island atmosphere rather than a culturally grounded one. For listeners of the Hawaiian Concert Guide, that difference is worth noticing. Authentic Hawaiian music often carries place, genealogy, language, and community. Exotica tends to carry mood, escapism, and fantasy. Hearing both in one episode can be educational as well as entertaining. In programming terms, this track keeps the episode lively and prevents the emotional arc from becoming too uniform. It is a well-timed detour before the music returns to classic Hawaiian vocal artistry. Theme: Escapism, retro charm, tropical stylization Musical character: Light, rhythmic, lounge-oriented Why it matters: Helps frame the distinction between Hawaiian music and music inspired by Hawaiʻi Closing Selections: Return to Hawaiian Vocal Depth 10. Ka Loke - Ho'okena Album: Ho'okena 5 Duration: 4:16 The return from exotica to Ho'okena is a return to center. Ka Loke carries the unmistakable richness of Hawaiian group harmony and poetic sensibility. Ho'okena is known for vocal blend, emotional precision, and the ability to let the song breathe. The title, meaning “the rose,” suggests metaphor, beauty, and affection. Hawaiian songwriting frequently uses natural imagery not simply as decoration, but as a means of expressing human feeling. Flowers, winds, rains, mountains, and seas all become emotional language. This track is especially effective late in the episode because it restores a sense of depth and rootedness after the lighter detour of the exotica set. The listener is brought back into the fuller emotional and cultural world of Hawaiian mele. Theme: Beauty, poetic love, emotional symbolism Musical character: Harmonically rich, graceful, classic Why it matters: Re-centers the episode in traditional Hawaiian vocal beauty 11. I Love You - Ho'okena Album: Ho'okena 5 Duration: 4:11 I Love You closes the episode with warmth and universality. While the title is in English, the emotional spirit aligns perfectly with the rest of the program. The entire episode has, in one form or another, been about love: love for mother, love for place, love for God, love expressed in community, and love carried in harmony. Ho'okena's treatment of a song like this likely gives it both accessibility and depth. Their vocal approach can make even a simple phrase feel timeless. That is one of the gifts of strong Hawaiian harmony: it elevates feeling without forcing it. As a final track, this song functions almost like a benediction. It leaves the listener with a sense of peace and completion, gathering together the many emotional strands of the episode into one simple message. Theme: Love, closure, emotional unity Musical character: Gentle, harmonious, reassuring Why it matters: A fitting final statement for an episode built around aloha in many forms Episode Reflection Episode 702, E Māma, is structured with unusual emotional coherence. Even though the tracks come from different artists and include a temporary move into exotica, the overall episode still feels unified. That unity comes from its central themes: affection, reverence, gratitude, and connection. The first portion of the program focuses on intimacy and place. E Māma, Puna Kuʻu Aloha, and Haleakalā all carry a sense of deep regard, whether for family or landscape. From there, the episode opens into spiritual testimony with Goodness of God, then broadens into collective and devotional identity through Hawaiʻi Aloha and Hoʻomana Ia Iesu. The exotica segment introduces contrast and historical perspective, reminding listeners that Hawaiʻi has often been interpreted from afar in ways that are entertaining but not always rooted. That makes the return to Ho'okena especially satisfying. Their closing selections restore the sound of home, depth, and harmony. If there is a single word that best describes this episode, it is aloha. Not merely as a greeting, but as a way of relating: to mother, to beloved places, to God, to family, and to one another. Track List E Māma - Kaleo Phillips - 4:01 Puna Kuʻu Aloha - Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter - 3:57 Haleakalā - Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter - 3:37 Goodness of God - Gregory Juan - 3:41 Hawaiʻi Aloha - Kamalei Kawaʻa - 4:56 Hoʻomana Ia Iesu (feat. Ka ʻOhana Kawaʻa) - Kamalei Kawaʻa - 4:04 Exotica Segment Intro - pik00 - 4:10 On the Beach at Waikīkī (mix final) - Les Waikikings - 2:17 How dya do - Les Waikikings - 3:03 Ka Loke - Ho'okena - 4:16 I Love You - Ho'okena - 4:11 Closing Mahalo for joining us for Hawaiian Concert Guide Podcast Show 702. May these songs encourage you to remember those you love, appreciate the beauty of Hawaiʻi, and carry aloha into the week ahead. A hui hou and malama pono.

Tim and Mike sit down with Antoine Lassiter to talk about what kingdom multiplication really looks like — especially in normative-size churches. Antoine shares his personal story, his heart for reaching the community, and practical insights on how multiplication doesn't have to be reserved for the mega-church down the road. It starts right where you are.Antoine Lassiter is the pastor of Think Kingdom Church in Kannapolis, NC and a Church Planting Strategist for SendNC through the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina. A native North Carolinian with over 20 years of ministry experience, Antoine is a disciple maker at heart — passionate about coaching and training church planters across the state. As the founder of the Think Kingdom network, his work includes finding, assessing, and developing planters, sending churches, leaders, and church planting coaches — as well as helping local churches create a reproducing culture that leads to multiplication. Antoine and his wife, Latonia, have been married for 25 years and have two sons, Justin and Christopher.Listen to:Antoine's Story — How God shaped his journey and calling into ministry and multiplication.Reaching Your Community — Practical ways churches can engage the people right around them with the gospel.Multiplication in Normative-Size Churches — Why multiplication isn't just for large churches, and how everyday congregations can embrace a multiplication mindset.About Antoine:Website: antoinelassiter.comAntoine's book - "Beyond the Calling: The Cost of Faithful Leadership"

Pastor Bobbi brings us the message recorded live at Covenant. 

Hawaiian Concert Guide – Show 701 Hoʻi Ke Aloha – A Return to Love Aloha mai kākou, and welcome to another beautiful journey through the sounds of Hawaiʻi. In this episode of the Hawaiian Concert Guide, we share a thoughtfully curated set of mele that flows from intimate contemporary recordings to treasured traditional expressions, with a playful stop in our Exotica segment along the way. Featured in this show are performances by Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter, Gregory Juan, Kamalei Kawaa, Les Waikikings, and Hoʻokena. Together, these artists bring forward themes of aloha, hula, cherished places, treasured lei, beloved flowers, and the enduring beauty of Hawaiian poetry and song. Episode Overview We begin with two selections from Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter's Hoʻi Ke Aloha - EP, setting a warm and inviting tone for the episode. Her recordings offer a graceful balance of modern polish and deep Hawaiian feeling, drawing the listener into songs that feel both personal and rooted in place. From there, Gregory Juan's album Kauluwehi carries us further into the heart of Hawaiian composition, with mele that suggest affection, honor, and poetic imagery. Kamalei Kawaa follows with songs from Mānaiakalani, including material inspired by native flora and enduring love. Our Exotica segment offers a change in color and texture with Les Waikikings and their lighthearted, lounge-inflected hapa haole stylings. To close the show, Hoʻokena reminds us why their harmonies and emotional depth remain so beloved in Hawaiian music. Playlist Pālolo – Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter Album: Hoʻi Ke Aloha - EP Duration: 3:17 Ipo Hula – Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter Album: Hoʻi Ke Aloha - EP Duration: 3:09 He Mele no Ka Pāoʻo – Gregory Juan Album: Kauluwehi Duration: 2:42 He Lei no Hiʻilei – Gregory Juan Album: Kauluwehi Duration: 3:21 Pua ʻĀhihi – Kamalei Kawaa Album: Mānaiakalani Duration: 4:06 Forevermore – Kamalei Kawaa Album: Mānaiakalani Duration: 3:13 Exotica Segment Intro – pik00 Category: Promo Duration: 4:10 Pagan love song – Les Waikikings Album: Hapa haole with a twist Duration: 2:46 Aloha means I love you – Les Waikikings Album: Hapa haole with a twist Duration: 2:08 Nou e Keali`i – Ho'okena Album: Ho'okena 5 Duration: 3:30 Pua 'A'ali'i – Ho'okena Album: Ho'okena 5 Duration: 3:38 Track Notes Pālolo – Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter This opening selection gently establishes the mood for the program. With a title that invokes Pālolo, the song feels grounded in a sense of place and memory. The performance carries a warm, personal quality, inviting the listener into the episode with tenderness and quiet strength. Ipo Hula – Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter A title like “Ipo Hula” evokes affection, beauty, and movement. This track continues the soft, graceful opening set and feels naturally connected to the language of dance and love. It is a fitting companion piece to “Pālolo,” extending the emotional intimacy of the first portion of the show. He Mele no Ka Pāoʻo – Gregory Juan Gregory Juan brings a more traditional compositional sensibility, and this mele carries the weight of tribute and poetic intention. Songs beginning with “He Mele no…” often feel dedicated, purposeful, and rooted in the Hawaiian practice of honoring people, places, or cherished subjects through song. He Lei no Hiʻilei – Gregory Juan The imagery of the lei is central in Hawaiian poetic expression, symbolizing love, honor, remembrance, and adornment. This song suggests something lovingly woven together and offered with care, continuing the episode's recurring themes of affection and connection. Pua ʻĀhihi – Kamalei Kawaa With “pua” in the title, this mele turns our attention toward the floral world so often celebrated in Hawaiian song. Native plants and blossoms carry rich symbolic meaning, and this track adds a sense of natural beauty and delicacy to the program. Kamalei Kawaa's performance helps bridge traditional themes with a contemporary recording sensibility. Forevermore – Kamalei Kawaa This selection broadens the emotional palette of the episode with a title that speaks directly to lasting love and devotion. Following “Pua ʻĀhihi,” it serves as a modern reflection on enduring affection while remaining at home in the overall flow of the show. Exotica Segment Intro – pik00 Our Exotica segment intro signals a shift in atmosphere, opening the door to a more playful and stylized musical space. It gives the show a fun mid-episode change of pace while still keeping the island mood alive. Pagan love song – Les Waikikings Les Waikikings bring a retro lounge flavor to the episode with this exotica-inflected hapa haole performance. The sound recalls an earlier era of island-themed popular music, where romance and escapist imagery were part of the appeal. It offers a contrasting texture to the more deeply rooted Hawaiian selections elsewhere in the show. Aloha means I love you – Les Waikikings This charming and direct title captures the accessible, sentimental appeal of the hapa haole tradition. Placed after “Pagan love song,” it keeps the Exotica segment light and nostalgic before the program returns to more emotionally grounded Hawaiian harmonies. Nou e Keali`i – Ho'okena Hoʻokena's unmistakable vocal blend brings immediate depth and resonance. This track feels reverent and heartfelt, and the group's delivery reminds listeners why they remain one of the most respected names in contemporary Hawaiian music. Their harmonies add emotional gravity as the episode moves toward its conclusion. Pua 'A'ali'i – Ho'okena Closing with a flower song is especially fitting for this episode. The ʻaʻaliʻi is often associated with resilience and steadfastness, making this an especially meaningful ending. Hoʻokena sends us out with beauty, strength, and a deep sense of Hawaiian identity. Featured Artists Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter Gregory Juan Kamalei Kawaa Les Waikikings Hoʻokena Closing Mahalo for joining us for Hawaiian Concert Guide Show 701. This episode is a musical lei woven from songs of love, flowers, hula, memory, and enduring aloha. From the contemporary voices of Christy Leinaʻala Lassiter, Gregory Juan, and Kamalei Kawaa, to the nostalgic charm of Les Waikikings, and the rich harmonies of Hoʻokena, this show celebrates the many colors of Hawaiian music. E mālama pono, a hui hou, and thank you for supporting the music and artists of Hawaiʻi.

This week Tim is solo and answering your fan questions! He talks about some of his other acting projects, his favorite Gus nicknames, what he liked best about his Lassiter character and what he likes to do to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. This episode is sponsored by: OSEA - Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code PINEAPPLE at OSEAMalibu.com. Quince - Go to ⁠⁠quince.com/psych⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns. Hers - Visit ⁠⁠forhers.com/PINEAPPLE⁠⁠ - for a personalized, affordable plan that gets you Mint Mobile - Visit⁠⁠ ⁠mintmobile.com/pineapple⁠⁠⁠ for 50% off unlimited wireless, plans start at $15 per month Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Tim and Maggie are talking about one of their favorite episodes in the history of Psych, s1e10: “From the Earth to Starbucks.” They talk about some of the most Psych-onic parts of the episode like Shawn's run, Gus becoming the Jackal and Lassiter showing a new side to him for the first time.  This episode is sponsored by: OSEA - Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code PINEAPPLE at OSEAMalibu.com. Quince - Go to ⁠⁠quince.com/psych⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns. Hers - Visit ⁠⁠forhers.com/PINEAPPLE⁠⁠ - for a personalized, affordable plan that gets you Mint Mobile - Visit⁠⁠ ⁠mintmobile.com/pineapple⁠⁠⁠ for 50% off unlimited wireless, plans start at $15 per month Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Hilary Berning - Gio's Garden On the Unrealistic Timelines of Insurance Companies: "It's a 6 to 9 month process just to get a wheelchair. I really need some way to get my son from point A to point B." Families with special needs children already have some challenges.  These families need help and some guidance on where they can get this help.  This is where Gio's Garden comes in. Gio's Garden is a one-of-a-kind therapeutic respite center based in Middleton, Wisconsin, and recently expanded to Sun Prairie, Wisconsin. Their essential mission: to provide safe, enriching respite care for children with special needs aged 0–7, giving parents the chance to take a break, run errands, or simply breathe. Hilary Berning shares the struggles many of these families face.  From finding a place to care for your child temporarily since you can't just leave your medically complex child with the teenager down the block. Gio's Garden fills that gap with one-on-one care, specially trained staff, and a joyful, home-like atmosphere. Their houses are filled with arts, crafts, sensory rooms, gym equipment, and caring people who “never like to say no” to a family in need. Listen as Hilary explains the needs and complexities of these children and their families and how Gio's Garden is a place that is doing all they can to help these children and their families. Enjoy! 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Make-A-Wish, Boys and Girls, like they're all over the nation. They've got nationwide people telling them what to do when providing all these things. And then you have organizations like mine, like there's no one else that does this. We are the only one that does it. We're doing it on our own. We are local. We're serving local people. All the money stays here and goes back to the kids. Hilary Berning [00:00:22]: People can really think that through a little bit where we don't have We are local, we're serving local, and we're doing good. Goal and focus on those nonprofits. James Kademan [00:00:35]: You have found Authentic Business Adventures, the business program that brings you the struggle stories and triumph and successes of business owners across the land. Downloadable audio episodes can be found on the podcast link from drawincustomers.com. We are locally underwritten by the Bank of Sun Prairie, and today we're welcoming slash preparing to learn from Hillary Berning of Gio's Garden. So Hillary, how is it going today? Hilary Berning [00:00:58]: I'm good. Thanks for having me. James Kademan [00:01:00]: So let's start with the foundation here. What is Gio's Garden? Hilary Berning [00:01:03]: So Gio's Garden, so we are a respite center. We are located in Middleton, which is our original location, and we recently just opened a new location in Sun Prairie. James Kademan [00:01:11]: Nice. Hilary Berning [00:01:11]: So what we do is we provide therapeutic respite for children with special needs from ages 0 to age 7. So respite means to take a break. So it's really hard for parents of special needs kids to get a break. James Kademan [00:01:23]: Mm-hmm. Hilary Berning [00:01:23]: Because you can't just leave your special needs child with the teenager down the street. So we provide that opportunity for them to come leave their child with us and they can go and have a break. James Kademan [00:01:33]: Nice. So when you say special needs, tell me the gamut there. Hilary Berning [00:01:36]: We will see, um, everyone with, from autism to cerebral palsy to diabetes, to babies who have had strokes in utero to rare genetic disorders. We have kids with seizure disorders, so we kind of really don't say no very often. There's a few higher-grade medical needs that we can't see, like if they would have a tracheostomy or something like that. But otherwise, we don't— our motto is we don't like to say no. James Kademan [00:02:04]: Fair. And what does the care look like? Because I imagine it's not just an empty room. Hilary Berning [00:02:09]: It isn't, no. So our original location in Middleton, it's a house. It's a 100-year-old house. But we have specific rooms set up for different activities. So we have a sensory room. A lot of our kids have sensory sensory issues. So it's a quiet, subdued room where they can go and have quiet time. We have a reading room. Hilary Berning [00:02:26]: We have an arts and craft room. We have a gym that has swings that hang from the ceiling and an indoor play structure that kids can play on. Wow. Um, in Middleton, we also have outdoor, um, fenced-in yards so kids can run around and we have a place, a play structure out there as well. James Kademan [00:02:42]: Okay. I imagine you need people to be there present, right? Hilary Berning [00:02:45]: Absolutely. Yes. James Kademan [00:02:46]: It sounds like you'd need a lot. Hilary Berning [00:02:47]: We need a lot of staff. Yeah. So we provide one-on-one care. Oh, you do? Oh, wow. For every child that's in our care, they have an adult with them. James Kademan [00:02:54]: Okay. Hilary Berning [00:02:55]: So we currently have, including our executive director, 6 full-time employees. And then we have around 24 part-time employees that kind of comes and goes depending on the semester. James Kademan [00:03:06]: Okay. Hilary Berning [00:03:06]: And then we have a ton of volunteers that work with us. We are blessed to be in the Madison area where we have 3 colleges essentially that we can pull from and a lot of students who are going into medical fields or educational fields or occupational therapy or recreational therapy who need experience working with children with special needs. So we're able to provide that opportunity for them. So we're lucky that we have a large pool of students to pull from. James Kademan [00:03:33]: That's amazing. Hilary Berning [00:03:34]: But also means we have a lot of turnover and their availability changes every semester. James Kademan [00:03:38]: So that's just the nature of students. Hilary Berning [00:03:40]: It's just the nature of the, the, our staff that we work with just because we working with students, but we're blessed to have them and we, we give to them just as much as they give to us. James Kademan [00:03:50]: So nice. Hilary Berning [00:03:50]: It's really great. James Kademan [00:03:52]: So I got a lot of questions for you. Hilary Berning [00:03:53]: Nice. James Kademan [00:03:53]: So I'm gonna try to keep on task somehow. How do you let the students know that you exist even as an opportunity for them? Hilary Berning [00:04:00]: So we are on like all the job boards, like through the university and we're well connected within the different disciplines in the universities at Edgewood and at UW and at, is it Madison College? MATC? I don't— sure. James Kademan [00:04:13]: Sounds good. Hilary Berning [00:04:13]: Yeah. Yeah. So we are heavily involved in word word just kind of has gotten out about us and the people. And there's a special program, especially at UW-Madison, where they can get— part of a class credit is to volunteer at organizations. So they know about us. So they send a lot of students our way as well. James Kademan [00:04:29]: Gotcha. I imagine there's an interview process. Hilary Berning [00:04:32]: There is. Yep. There is an interview process. It's not just like, hey, come on in. Yes. There's a background check that we put all of our employees through. And it all varies depending on if you're coming in as a volunteer basis or you're coming in as a paid employee. James Kademan [00:04:44]: Okay. Hilary Berning [00:04:44]: Because your level of Um, if you're coming in as a volunteer, you're kind of paired with a full-time or part-time paid staff member, um, versus we won't just have 6 volunteers and 6 kids in the house at once. We will have paid staff to kind of help balance with that. James Kademan [00:05:01]: All right, let's talk funding. Hilary Berning [00:05:03]: Funding is— with nonprofits, yes, it is. My life revolves around funding quite a bit. James Kademan [00:05:08]: With for-profits, it's a big deal. Hilary Berning [00:05:10]: It really is. Yes. James Kademan [00:05:11]: Tell me a story. The parents of the children, are they paying? Hilary Berning [00:05:15]: They, yes and no. So when we first, when they first started opening Gio's Garden back in 2012 is when they opened their doors. It was a small subset of parents that got together and be like, we need help, we need help. We have special needs kids and there's no one to help us. So they, the idea of Gio's Garden was born. It's named after Charlotte de Lassiter. She used to be on Channel 3 News and her husband, Ron, it's their son Gio. Okay.

In this episode of the Modern Direct Seller Podcast, we're joined by Tara Lassiter, relationship marketing strategist, to talk about finding your buyers and believers through authentic storytelling and smarter social selling. Tara shares what twelve years at QVC taught her about personal branding, how to craft stories that connect without feeling self-centered, and her ABC framework for building real relationships in the DMs. This one is packed with fresh strategies to show up more confidently and build an audience that's in it for the long haul.You can connect with Tara on LinkedIn and Substack. Don't forget to grab her free DM Confidence Kit for seven templates and the full ABC framework to start messaging with confidence.Time-Based Notes:1:15 - Rapid Fire: Tea, Thrillers & High-End Skincare5:15 - Tara's Business Background & 12 Years at QVC7:06 - Why People Buy You, Not Just Your Products9:01 - Sharing Scars, Not Open Wounds13:33 - How to Structure a Story That Actually Sells18:32 - The ABC Framework for DMs28:08 - Platform-Specific Social Selling Strategies30:31 - When to Build vs. When to Sell36:50 - Casting a Wider Net & Playing the Long Game42:34 - The DM Confidence KitShow sponsored by CinchShare: The number one most trusted social media scheduling tool for direct sellers. Start your 60 day trial today with coupon code KEYBOARD60 and spend less time posting and more time socializing!Get the full show notes at https://moderndirectseller.com/episode278

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In this episode, Wright Lassiter III, Chief Executive Officer at CommonSpirit Health, shares how lessons from athletics, Lean thinking, and personal reflection have shaped his leadership philosophy. He discusses perseverance, courage, self care, and why CommonSpirit is positioned to lead through healthcare's most complex challenges.

In this episode of Talk Nerdy, Cara is joined by licensed clinical psychologist, author, speaker, and educator, Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lassiter. They discuss his new book, How I Know White People are Crazy and Other Stories: Notes from a Frustrated Black Psychologist. Follow Jonathan: @lassiterhealth

Woke Mind Virus? How about the Whiteness Mindset! JVN welcomes psychologist and author Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lassiter to dig into his new book, How I Know White People Are Crazy and Other Stories, and explore how a “whiteness mindset” shows up in everyday life. We talk about what it is, who exhibits it, how it drives control and denial, feeds our collective stress, and why naming it is the first step toward healing. From suppressing emotions to the lack of representation in mental health, Dr. Lassiter offers practical ways to care for ourselves and each other. We get into news hygiene (don't doomscroll first thing!), how celebrity culture can hijack important conversations, and what living under chronic threat does to the body and brain.  Whether you're unpacking your own conditioning, supporting someone you love, or just trying to stay human in a loud news cycle, this episode gives you tools to regulate, relate, and repair. Full Getting Better Video Episodes now available on YouTube.  Follow Dr. Jonathan Matthias Lassiter on Instagram @lassiterhealth  Follow Getting Better on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn  Follow Jonathan on Instagram @jvn Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn  Senior Producer, Chris McClure Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure Production support: Chad Hall Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices