Podcasts about Magnificent

On episode 232 of Ask The Compound, Ben Carlson is joined by Jurrien Timmer to discuss: whether the Magnificent 7's recent underperformance is a healthy sign of broader market leadership, why concentration risk and higher interest rates remain key risks for investors, how long the current earnings boom can continue, where speculative capital could flow next after Bitcoin, gold, and semiconductor stocks, and how to stay invested during a bull market while protecting against the risk of an eventual bubble. Plus, Jurrien shares insights from his Weekly Asset Allocation Review and explains why a barbell approach to AI and value investing could make sense in today's market. This episode is sponsored by Fidelity Investments and the all-new Fidelity Trader+, Fidelity's most powerful trading platform yet. Learn more at http://www.fidelity.com/TraderPlus Compound Merch: ⁠https://idontshop.com/⁠ Submit your Ask The Compound questions to ⁠askthecompoundshow@gmail.com⁠! Subscribe to The Compound Newsletter for all the latest Compound content, live event announcements, find out who the next TCAF guest is, get updates on the latest merch drops, and more! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thecompoundnews.com/subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This final reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the Incarnation, the Eucharist, Mary, and the call to become weavers of hope. The post MH30 – Weavers of Hope – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers peace, dialogue, and the call to see the faces of those who suffer. The post MH29 – The Faces That Call Us to Peace – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with Motivate Your Monday and your host, Diane Wyzga. Maybe like me you know all about taking your turn, pulling the laboring oar, playing nice with others, holding up the roof, offering a hand up instead of a hand out, and wildly  applauding the achievements of friends and colleagues. But what about you? We women do not even begin to give ourselves credit for all the ways in which we add to the good of the world. You totally deserve your own parade today! Not just any small-town parade but a great big turn-out the city in your honor tickertape parade with high school marching bands, street dancers, fireworks, flag twirlers, bling-tossers, cheering crowds, and you standing tall and proud and magnificent on your very own Mardi Gras-style float. Get quiet for a moment and imagine yourself being celebrated as the most wonderful, brilliant, creative, resilient, imaginative, productive, wise, kind-hearted, and generous, playful, curious, funny, supportive, magical, and bountiful, insightful, cherished, charming, delightful, and energetic spirit that you are. I am so very proud to celebrate you.         You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, subscribe & spread the word with a generous 5-star review & comment - it helps us all - and join us next time! AND!  Stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website during reconstruction, email me [info@quartermoonstoryarts.net] to arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and stay current with me as Quarter Moon Story Arts on Substack. Stories From Women Who Walk Production Team Podcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story Arts Music: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron Music ALL content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved. Enjoy my work? Share & attribute it to Diane Wyzga of Stories From Women Who Walk podcast with a link back to the original source.

Your mind isn't always telling you the truth. Stop thinking and start trusting Yah.

Det er sommer på podcasten, og vi har i dag afsat en hel halv time til teknologiaktier og til, hvad man som investor skal holde øje med til efteråret. Vi har inviteret Anders Bæk med som gæst til at gøre os klogere på de to gigantiske børsnoteringer i Anthropic og OpenAI, der venter lige om hjørnet. Vi disktuterer hvad kunstig intelligensræset betyder for den gruppe af techselskaber, vi normalt har kaldt Magnificent 7. Der er nemlig flere nye drenge i klassen og flere af de gamle Mag 7-selskaber sygner hen. Vi taler også om en af de helt store fejl, som mange investorer begår, når det kommer til at vælge teknologiselskaber. I studiet: Magnus Barsøe og Anders Bæk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the Kings, Gondor declined into a Middle Age of fading knowledge and simpler skills. Alan and Shawn find that surprisingly familiar. Join The Man of the West and The Lord of the Mark as we begin our two-episode look at the final chapter of Unfinished Tales on The Palantíri. The Stewards know better than to use the Stones — for awhile, Saruman takes the concept of free agency a bit too far, and Tolkien lets us think through the problem with Gandalf. We lament the absence of Jack Black, agree that Calenardhon's name change is nobody's business but the Rohirrim, and come up with a most-disturbing Lionel Richie adaptation. Also, Carnac the Magnificent. For more on the Middle-earth Online Art Exhibition that Katie spoke about in the intro, please visit: https://sites.google.com/breecrossroadsartexhibitionevent.com/home/home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the call to disarm our words, speak truth with charity, and serve peace. The post MH28 – Disarming Words – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

In this episode, Robert explains why true diversification is about managing exposure, not simply owning more stocks, and explains where index funds come into play. He shares what he's watching as the Magnificent 7 enter a pivotal earnings season, why market reactions often matter more than the earnings themselves, and offers a practical framework for deciding when to trim or sell positions. Throughout the episode, he covers disciplined portfolio construction, risk management, and balancing higher-conviction investments with long-term stability.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the civilization of love, digital connection, justice, fraternity, and the common good. The post MH27 – The Civilization of Love – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

The stock market is moving fast, AI stocks are swinging hard, inflation data is shifting, and the gap between Wall Street and Main Street is getting wider. In this video, I'm breaking down the S&P 500, CPI inflation, tech stocks, the Magnificent 7, semiconductor volatility, the K-shaped economy, AI investment, and why staying in the market may be one of the only ways everyday people can fight back financially.AI Stocks Are Volatile—But The Real Money Is MovingJoin our Exclusive Patreon!!! Creating Financial Empowerment for those who've never had it.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers digital attention, interior freedom, vulnerability, and the call to digital sobriety. The post MH26 – Interior Freedom in a Digital Age – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

 In this week's episode, David and Ian discuss the S&P 500 continuing to be rangebound, some of the potential concerns with price action of the Nasdaq, margin calls in South Korea, areas of the market holding up well and trying to go out to all time highs. They also discuss which commodities are doing well, especially with the strong U.S. Dollar, international leaders year-to-date, long-term treasuries and interest rates.  

Ladies and gentlemen, it's time. On today's show, Sean and Amanda cover the biggest movie event of the year, Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated ‘The Odyssey.' Before entering their wooden horse to ambush the gates of Troy, they react to some movie news, including ‘The Batman Part II' being delayed (again), some fall film festival lineup announcements, and more. Then, they kick off their deep dive into this legitimately levitating epic. They make the case for why it's the perfect Christopher Nolan movie, highlight the pivotal decision to cast Matt Damon as Odysseus, and predict its box office and Academy Awards chances. (0:00) Intro (1:11) Movie news (22:37) ‘The Odyssey' deep dive (1:51:32) Box office and Oscar predictions Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Producer: Jack Sanders Production Support: Lucas Cavanagh It's on Prime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the dignity of work in a time of automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence. The post MH25 – The Dignity of Work – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

A young girl is kidnapped by goblins and a group of adventurers are tasked with saving her. Can they find her before it's too late?Tony - Morgamos the Magnificent the WizardDJ - Zaxxon the BarbarianDavid - Mouse the ThiefAustin - DMMusic:Journey Ahead by Ezra LippH. Werewolf by Kaupe

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers education, digital life, and forming young hearts in truth, dignity, and freedom. The post MH24 – Education for a Discerning Heart – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

How did a single decision trigger Sherry's decline from Britain's favourite drink? What would it take for Sherry to make a comeback after decades of decline? How can you make the most out of your trip to the Sherry region of Spain? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Ben Howkins, author of a new book on Sherry. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks.   Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of Ben Howkin's terrific book, Sherry: Maligned, Misunderstood, Magnificent! To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose two people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights Why was Pedro Ximénez once considered too valuable to bottle on its own? Why did Shakespeare mention Sherry so often in his plays? How did Sherry become one of the world's most popular wines before its dramatic decline? How did one businessman almost single-handedly bring down the modern Sherry industry? Why did people in Jerez say José María Ruiz-Mateos had turned wine back into water? How has the collapse in Sherry sales unexpectedly created a rare opportunity for wine lovers? Why does Ben believe the world's finest old Sherries remain one of wine's greatest bargains? What would it take for Sherry to become fashionable again? Why are small independent bodegas giving Ben renewed hope for the future of Sherry? What makes a visit to Jerez unlike any other wine region in the world? How did Ben help revive one of Europe's oldest and most celebrated sweet wines after the fall of the Iron Curtain? Why did Hungary insist on calling it the Royal Tokaji Wine Company instead of the Imperial Tokaji Wine Company? What does "five puttonyos" actually mean on a bottle of Tokaji? After a lifetime in wine, what advice does Ben have for anyone looking to enjoy wine more?   About Ben Howkins Ben Howkins is widely regarded as the UK's leading writer and expert on port and sherry. In 1963, he became the youngest recipient of the Vintners Scholarship, an experience that took him across Europe's vineyards and helped shape his lifelong passion for wine education, particularly fortified and dessert wines. A prolific author, he has written extensively for both consumer and trade publications. His books include Rich, Rare & Red, Real Men Drink Port… and Ladies Do Too!, Sherry and Adventures in the Wine Trade. He is a member of the Vintners' Company and has lectured for the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, where he also served as a Trustee. An international wine judge and public speaker, he has led vineyard tours across Europe and South America and promoted wine globally, including in the USA and China. He is co-founder of the Royal Tokaji Wine Company and a key figure in reviving Tokaji Aszú's global reputation.         To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/398.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers truth as a common good in the age of digital platforms, AI, and disinformation. The post MH23 – Truth as a Common Good – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers human limits, weakness, vulnerability, and the transforming power of grace. The post MH22 – Limits, Wounds and Grace – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Have your ever wanted something and would do anything to get it? That's how are walk with Yah should be. It's not about a view are reaching a summit. It's the day to day things that we can do consistently that keep us moving towards Him.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers care, human dignity, and what must not be lost in the age of artificial intelligence. The post MH21 – What Must Not Be Lost – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

The "Yap Challenge" is everywhere on Instagram right now (thank you, @jessijeanathome!) but as a long-form YouTube creator, does Jessi's "Yap on Camera" program even apply to long videos? Well, I bought the challenge, and I want to share 3 things to look out for if you're all in on YouTube and sticking with longer videos.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers how artificial intelligence can be disarmed through responsibility, transparency and human dignity. The post MH20 – Disarming AI – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

In the late 1800s, industrialization carried the United States into a new era – one of great wealth and elaborate lifestyles for those at the top. It was frequent New Orleans visitor Mark Twain who coined the term the "Gilded Age," which would later be associated with this time of conspicuous consumption. This week, we take a look at the glorious food at the center of it all. First, we chat with Becky Diamond, author of "The Gilded Age Cookbook," who recounts the lavish menus and extravagant parties the uber-rich served up in the late 19th century. Her tome offers more than 75 sumptuous recipes of the period, from salmon en papillote to dainty tea sandwiches, accompanied by full-color photographs of the dishes. Then, we sit down for an in-depth interview with actor and musician Michael Cerveris. The two-time Tony Award winner knows what it's like to live among the outrageous wealth and opulence of late-19th-century America, having played the valet Watson in the television series The Gilded Age. But that HBO drama is a late entry on Michael's long performing résumé. He's also had an impressive run on stage, in both musicals and straight plays. Locals may know Michael from his role in the post-Katrina New Orleans TV series Treme, or as co-founder of the popular Americana band Loose Cattle. Or, maybe, as the guy who lives down the street. Michael regales us with stories of his fascinating career and explains why he made the decision to call New Orleans home. For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

In the late 1800s, industrialization carried the United States into a new era – one of great wealth and elaborate lifestyles for those at the top. It was frequent New Orleans visitor Mark Twain who coined the term the "Gilded Age," which would later be associated with this time of conspicuous consumption. This week, we take a look at the glorious food at the center of it all. First, we chat with Becky Diamond, author of "The Gilded Age Cookbook," who recounts the lavish menus and extravagant parties the uber-rich served up in the late 19th century. Her tome offers more than 75 sumptuous recipes of the period, from salmon en papillote to dainty tea sandwiches, accompanied by full-color photographs of the dishes. Then, we sit down for an in-depth interview with actor and musician Michael Cerveris. The two-time Tony Award winner knows what it's like to live among the outrageous wealth and opulence of late-19th-century America, having played the valet Watson in the television series The Gilded Age. But that HBO drama is a late entry on Michael's long performing résumé. He's also had an impressive run on stage, in both musicals and straight plays. Locals may know Michael from his role in the post-Katrina New Orleans TV series Treme, or as co-founder of the popular Americana band Loose Cattle. Or, maybe, as the guy who lives down the street. Michael regales us with stories of his fascinating career and explains why he made the decision to call New Orleans home. For more of all things Louisiana Eats, be sure to visit us at PoppyTooker.com.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers what artificial intelligence can imitate, what it cannot be and why discernment matters. The post MH19 – What AI Can and Cannot Be – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

With the recent wave of milestones across the U.S. nuclear sector, we were eager to better understand what these achievements mean for the future of advanced reactors. Over the past month, Antares, Valar Atomics, Deployable Energy, and Aalo Atomics each achieved criticality, an important technical milestone, through the Department of Energy's Reactor Pilot Program (RPP) and Nuclear Energy Launch Pad. To help us put these milestones into context, we were delighted to host Dr. Rian Bahran, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Nuclear Reactors in the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Nuclear Energy. Rian oversees the Department's portfolio for advanced reactor research, demonstration, and deployment, and is a career member of the Senior Executive Service who has served under both the Biden and Trump Administrations. We were thrilled to visit with Rian to "demystify" the latest developments in U.S. nuclear and discuss what still needs to happen before these technologies reach commercial scale. In our conversation, Rian explains why the four recent criticality milestones represent an important step forward for advanced nuclear. While criticality is not the finish line, he shares how these demonstrations help validate a new commercialization pathway by allowing companies to build and test nuclear hardware in months rather than years. He describes how the Department of Energy's Reactor Pilot and Launch Pad initiatives are creating greater regulatory certainty, helping companies unlock private capital, and accelerating progress toward commercial deployment. We discuss the DOE's broader strategy for expanding U.S. nuclear capacity, from gigawatt-scale reactors and small modular reactors to microreactors. Rian explains why the DOE is pursuing multiple technologies simultaneously, allowing the market to determine the winning designs while supporting innovation across the reactor, fuel cycle, and supply chain ecosystems. He outlines how reactor uprates, restarts, and investments across the nuclear fuel cycle can provide near-term additions to U.S. generating capacity while advanced reactors continue progressing toward commercialization. We explore the role advanced nuclear could play in powering AI infrastructure, military installations, industrial facilities, and future export markets. Rian discusses how the DOE is leveraging AI to accelerate reactor design, licensing, manufacturing, and deployment, and why workforce development has become one of the industry's greatest long-term challenges. He emphasizes that the U.S. has reached a true inflection point for nuclear energy, driven by unprecedented alignment across government, industry, private capital, and growing electricity demand. It was a wide-ranging and fascinating discussion, and we sincerely appreciate Rian taking the time to join us during such a busy time. Mike Bradley kicked us off by noting that three key themes have driven markets so far this quarter. First, Treasury yields have continued to move higher, with the 10-year Treasury yield rising to approximately 4.55% and the 30-year Treasury yield climbing above 5%. Second, renewed geopolitical uncertainty following the end of the Iranian ceasefire helped lift WTI crude oil prices by roughly $4/bbl this week to approximately $72/bbl. Third, equity markets have experienced notable sector rotation, with investors shifting capital out of semiconductor stocks and back into the Magnificent 7. Mike concluded by highlighting the sharp reversal in sentiment toward small modular reactor (SMR) companies. While SMR stocks were among the market's strongest performers entering 2026 amid growing enthusiasm for nuclear power, the group is now down roughly 30% on average year-to-date. Nick Morriss, Brett Rampal, and Veriten Senior Advisor Bill Flores also joined the discussion, contributing their perspectives and questions on nuclear energy and power.

 Are you chasing trends in the market? FOMO can cost you, but when is the right time to get in or pull out. The Revere team breaks down how to identify a sub-optimal stock and if it is better to make a move, or wait and see. Do you know which AI stocks are moving the market with their latest releases and acquisition. And what are the companies we are closely monitoring for our Grotection portfolio? Learn these secrets and more, when you tune into this episode of Revere Asset’s Your Money Radio Show podcast. In this video for educational purposes only, Don Vandenbord, Connor Bates, Todd Thomas, & Ted Zhang host The Your Money Video Podcast + Live Trading and Watchlist Stocks to Study. Key Moments from the Show 00:00 – Introduction & Expanding our Bandwidth with Team Trading; the Danger of FOMO 14:15 – What’s happening with the Magnificent 7 (MAGS) 17:30 – Rebounds in the big AI players 23:00 – Should we have been chasing SpaceX (SPCX)? 28:30 – Four trades we are keeping our eyes on for the Grotection portfolio (HOOD, DELL, AMD, DRAM) 35:45 – Closing and one last check of the markets The Your Money Radio Podcast covers general topics & investment ideas for Research. It is for Educational & Entertainment purposes ONLY and is NOT meant to be Investment Advice. If you want or need Investment Advice, contact your own advisors or reach out to Revere Asset Management for individual Investment Advice. For more information contact us. The post IS FOMO COSTING YOU BIG? QUIT CHASING AND START PROTECTING | Your Money Podcast Ep. 598 appeared first on Revere Asset Management.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the technocratic paradigm, efficiency, human dignity, and the measure of love. The post MH18 – When Efficiency Becomes the Measure – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

We had a week off and Mon went to a bird show! Bron did something pretty cool too; our favourite football tragic and former Breakfaster, Tony Wilson joined us for a World Cup update; Bron got a front row seat to Craigieburn Dance Troupe The Magnificent Ladies; Breakfasters' own master chef, Emma Dean, sings the praises of the trusty slow cooker; and Friday Funnybugger and educator, Urvi Majumdar, laments the quality of illicit notes being handed around in class.With presenters Daniel Burt, Monique Sebire & Bronwyn Kuss.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/breakfasters/

Today's Bible Verse: "The decision is announced by messengers, the holy ones declare the verdict, so that the living may know that the Most High is sovereign over all kingdoms on earth and gives them to anyone he wishes and sets over them the lowliest of people." — Daniel 4:17 God Is Still in Control Daniel 4:17 is a powerful declaration of God's sovereignty. Spoken during King Nebuchadnezzar's dream, this verse reminds us that no ruler, nation, or earthly authority exists outside of God's knowledge and control. The purpose of God's message was clear: everyone should recognize that the Most High rules over the kingdoms of the earth. Want to listen without ads? Become a BibleStudyTools.com PLUS Membertoday: https://www.biblestudytools.com/subscribeLooking for a peaceful way to end your day? Listen to "Your Nightly Scripture" to end your day with God's word Meet Today’s Host: Carol Ogle McCracken Carol Ogle McCracken is a dynamic Christian speaker, author, and Bible teacher known for her warmth, humor, and transparency. She brings biblical truths to life through real-world stories and relatable experiences—whether navigating alcohol recovery, parenting a child with special needs, or walking through divorce. Today, she serves as Minister of Discipleship at her local church and shares God’s Word through women's retreats, conferences, and online devotionals. Her book, Wisdom: Where to Find It if You’ve Lost, Forgotten, or Never Had It, was released in 2020 and continues to encourage readers in their pursuit of godly wisdom. Full Transcript Below: Hello, thank you for listening to Your Daily Bible Verse, the podcast that examines one verse each day to learn more about God and His will for us. I'm your host, Carol McCracken, and after a short word from our sponsor, we'll dive into today's Bible verse, Daniel 4:17. Today's Bible Verse: Daniel 4:17 "The decision is announced by messengers, the holy ones declare the verdict, so that the living may know that the Most High is sovereign over all kingdoms on earth and gives them to anyone he wishes and sets over them the lowliest of people." Have you ever noticed that power seems to change people? I'm in the middle of watching some small-town politics publicly clashing, and it got me thinking. It doesn't seem to matter whether we're talking about a president, a mayor, a CEO, a pastor, or even the president of the neighborhood homeowners association. Give someone enough authority, enough influence, and enough people who stop asking hard questions, and something begins to surface. Sometimes power reveals remarkable humility and wisdom. Other times it exposes pride that had been quietly growing for years. We've watched enough public scandals to know the pattern. Someone rises to a position of influence. They're admired, respected, maybe even trusted. Little by little, accountability begins to disappear. People look the other way. Those closest to the situation either become afraid to speak or convince themselves that someone else surely will. Then one day, what had been hidden becomes impossible to ignore, and everyone asks the same question: How did this happen? As followers of Christ, we often ask another question: If God is sovereign, why does He allow people to misuse power for so long? Why doesn't He step in sooner? Why does it sometimes seem as though arrogance, manipulation, and corruption continue unchecked? Those aren't new questions. In fact, the Bible answers them through the life of one of history's most powerful men. King Nebuchadnezzar ruled Babylon during the sixth century B.C. Under his leadership, Babylon became the dominant empire of the ancient world. The city itself was breathtaking. Massive walls surrounded it. Magnificent temples and palaces displayed unimaginable wealth. Ancient historians even described the famous Hanging Gardens of Babylon as one of the wonders of the world. Humanly speaking, Nebuchadnezzar had every reason to believe he'd built something that would outlast him. But there was one problem. He slowly began to believe that the success of Babylon was ultimately because of him. Daniel tells us that God gave Nebuchadnezzar a disturbing dream. In the dream was an enormous tree that provided shelter, food, and security for the nations. Then suddenly, the tree was cut down. Daniel explained that the tree represented the king himself. God was warning Nebuchadnezzar that unless he humbled himself and acknowledged the Lord's authority, his kingdom would be taken from him for a time. What strikes me is what happened next. Nothing. Not immediately, anyway. God didn't judge him the next day. He didn't remove him from office that week. In fact, Daniel tells us an entire year passed. Think about that—a full year between the warning and the judgment. Now, that wasn't weakness on God's part. It was patience. Scripture consistently reveals a God who warns before He disciplines, who calls people to repentance before He brings judgment. The apostle Peter later writes that God is patient, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. Nebuchadnezzar experienced that same patience firsthand. Then came the defining moment. Daniel says the king was walking on the roof of his royal palace overlooking the magnificent city of Babylon. Imagine the view. Everywhere he looked were monuments to his accomplishments. It must have been breathtaking. And as he surveyed the city, he said: "Is not this the great Babylon I have built as the royal residence by my mighty power and for the glory of my majesty?" Listen to those personal pronouns: "I have built." "My mighty power." "My majesty." His problem wasn't appreciating good leadership. It was forgetting where every opportunity, every ability, and every position of authority had come from in the first place. Before the words had even left his mouth, God fulfilled the warning He had given a year earlier. Nebuchadnezzar lost both his kingdom and his sanity. For a season, he lived apart from society until, as Daniel records, he finally lifted his eyes toward heaven. Only then did his understanding return. And the first thing he did was praise the God he had once ignored. That's the backdrop for today's verse: "The Most High is sovereign over all kingdoms on earth." Daniel wasn't simply making a statement about Babylon. He was revealing a truth that applies to every generation. Every throne on earth is temporary because there is only one throne that is eternal. That truth changes how we view the headlines. It's easy to become discouraged when we see leaders fail. It's tempting to believe that corruption is winning or that evil has escaped God's notice. But Daniel reminds us that God has never surrendered His authority. He's never been surprised by human pride, and He's never lost control of history. Sometimes God's patience is mistaken for His absence. It isn't. Throughout Scripture, God often allows time for a person's true character to become unmistakably clear. What looks hidden to us has always been fully visible to Him. There comes a moment when what has been cultivated in private is revealed in public. That should certainly make us pray for our leaders. But it should also make us examine our own hearts. Because here's the uncomfortable truth: This passage isn't only about kings. Most of us will never govern a nation, but every one of us has some measure of influence. We lead families. We supervise employees. We volunteer at church. We mentor younger believers. We make decisions that affect other people. Power isn't reserved for politicians. Influence is something God entrusts to every one of us in different ways. And the temptation is always the same: To believe the success is ours. To begin protecting our position instead of our character. To crave recognition more than faithfulness. Or maybe to slowly believe that we're indispensable. That's why humility isn't something we achieve once and keep forever. It's something we practice daily by remembering that everything we have is ultimately a gift from God. The older I get, the more convinced I become that power doesn't create character nearly as much as it reveals it. Pressure exposes what's already there. Authority magnifies what already lives in our hearts. And that's why Daniel's message remains so relevant. When we watch the rise and fall of leaders, we're reminded that no human being sits on an ultimate throne. God alone does. Our confidence isn't found in the wisdom of elected officials, church leaders, business executives, or anyone else. Our confidence rests in the One who raises leaders up, removes them when His purposes require it, and whose kingdom will never end. Daniel wanted every generation—including ours—to know this simple but life-giving truth: The Most High still rules. That means we don't have to panic when earthly kingdoms shake. We don't have to lose hope when people disappoint us. And we certainly don't have to believe that evil will have the final word. Because while every earthly position of power is temporary, God's reign is eternal. Prayer Will you pray with me? Dear Lord in heaven, Sometimes the world is a scary place, and we watch in horror at how people are acting. A little power corrupts, doesn't it? Or so it seems. You sit on Your throne, and nothing is a surprise to You. You see everything with perfect wisdom, and You love us even in our brokenness. Lord, reveal our character to us. Show us the places where pride has taken root. Help us become more like You each day, growing in humility, faithfulness, and dependence on You. We praise You, dear Lord, and we thank You. In Your precious name we pray. Amen. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

You can send a text, include contact info to get a response. There are two stories here, their opposition is part of a theme.  Erasmus, the great Erasmus , Erasmus of Rotterdam was even more a product of the Devotio Moderna than was Luther.  Most of his young education was by the Brethren of the Common Life or their imitators.I am Groote.Last episode I called him a Satirist.  Of course he was much more than that.  You've heard of him, but are unlikely to have read any of his full length works, unless you are a specialist in the time.And yet he had great influence of his period, being perhaps the highest status intellectual of the period.   He was the writer of 1 in 3 books purchased during the 1530s.  And as he wrote Suleiman the Magnificent was first overcoming Hungary and then moved on to the Siege of Vienna.Erasmus wrote In Praise of Folly, which we discuss in the episode, while folly is being acted out in Hungary, to a tragic end.Hungary was well able to defend the West from the Ottoman during the days of Matthias Corvinus.  But on his death, short sighted magnates pursued a foolish policy, leading to their defeat.  After an absolutely heroic defense of Vienna, Suleiman was defeated, losing 20,000 men in the retreat.   Oddly enough, this is about the same number of boys and girls taken as slaves by the Ottomans on this campaign.  You want your civilization to be so powerful you do not have to suffer slavers.

How does the Solera system give every glass of sherry centuries of history? How does Sherry's "second terroir" shape the wine just as much as the vineyard itself? Why should every great wine cellar have mature, dry Sherry? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with Ben Howkins, who has just published a new book on Sherry. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks.   Giveaway Two of you are going to win a copy of Ben Howkin's terrific book, Sherry: Maligned, Misunderstood, Magnificent! To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose two people randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!   Highlights How did Ben win one of the wine world's most prestigious scholarships with a single word? Why does Ben still remember his very first glass of Fino Sherry more than 60 years later? What makes the Solera system one of the most remarkable ageing methods in the wine world? How can every bottle of Sherry contain traces of wines made generations ago? Can the position of a single barrel inside a bodega really change the taste of the wine? What makes old Amontillado sherry such a thrilling wine to taste? Why do the chalky white soils of Jerez have so much in common with Champagne and southern England? What are the key differences between the fortified wines Port and Sherry? How did the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War shape Ben's first impressions of Jerez? What might you be surprised to discover about the world's greatest Sherries? What does "en rama" mean, and why are Sherry lovers so excited whenever they see it on a bottle? Why is Palo Cortado considered the most mysterious style of Sherry?   About Ben Howkins Ben Howkins is widely regarded as the UK's leading writer and expert on port and sherry. In 1963, he became the youngest recipient of the Vintners Scholarship, an experience that took him across Europe's vineyards and helped shape his lifelong passion for wine education, particularly fortified and dessert wines. A prolific author, he has written extensively for both consumer and trade publications. His books include Rich, Rare & Red, Real Men Drink Port… and Ladies Do Too!, Sherry and Adventures in the Wine Trade. He is a member of the Vintners' Company and has lectured for the Wine & Spirit Education Trust, where he also served as a Trustee. An international wine judge and public speaker, he has led vineyard tours across Europe and South America and promoted wine globally, including in the USA and China. He is co-founder of the Royal Tokaji Wine Company and a key figure in reviving Tokaji Aszú's global reputation.         To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/397.

In this episode, Scott Becker reviews the Magnificent 7’s year to date performance, highlighting gains for Alphabet, Apple, NVIDIA, and Amazon while examining declines in Microsoft, Tesla, and Meta Platforms.

At the start of season 4 we agreed that we had to take more risks and have more edgy conversations. This interview definitely lived up to our intention for season 4! We were surprised when a guest reached out to us to share her story of how she was having the best sex of her life in her 70s.  After a short conversation with her, we agreed that we needed to do a full interview to let her share her story and her wisdom. This interview had us laughing, and above all, was highly educational and inspiring. Our guest requested we keep her identity anonymous. Please note: this conversation is not suitable for children or youth, so if you listen to this in the car with kids in the back, pop in some headphones. We talk about: Her early years that taught her to remain virginal, and her first sexual experience at 19. Her years as a hippy, and how retrospectively she can see that even though she believed at the time she was free, how even the hippy movement was patriarchal in nature. How her life evolved as a wife, mother and eventually a widow and the years she spent alone. Her surprise at meeting her current partner and the amazing sexual life that began to emerge. The power of presence, eye contact, communication, laughter, and playfulness in bed. Myths around sex, including that good sex declines with age. The Book Mentioned In Today's Episode: Magnificent Sex: Lessons from Extraordinary Lovers by Peggy Kleinpltz and A Menard. Other Episodes You Might Like:  Episode 198: Juliana Hauser: We Are All Sexual Beings Episode 173: Maddie Corman: Accidentally Brave Episode 150: Healing The 3 Feminine Wounds Episode 146: Balancing Our Personal Masculine & Feminine Energies Episode 129: Dr. Sharon Blackie: Hagitude Episode 90: Michaela Boehm: The Wild Woman's Way to Embodiment Today's Episode sponsored by: Kate Moreland Coaching (https://www.katemorelandcoaching.com/) Dr Yoga Momma (https://dryogamomma.com/) Heartland Yoga (https://heartlandyoga.com/) Want to do coaching work with Kate or mind-body psychotherapy with Betsy?  Kate Moreland Coaching (https://www.katemorelandcoaching.com/) Dr Yoga Momma (https://dryogamomma.com/) Want to go on retreat? Want to join Betsy in Mexico in February May 20-27, 2027 on retreat?  This beautiful retreat center in the nourishing haven of Playa Chacala on the Pacific Ocean will the home for a week of deep self-care.  Teaching retreat is one of Betsy's favorite jobs as it gives her a chance to move into deeper realms with people over an extended period of time using the tools of yoga, meditation, hypnosis, energy work, and self-inquiry.  People typically observe deep shifts and quantum leaps forward on such retreats.   All the details here! Want to join Betsy in Morocco in October, 2027 on retreat?  At this intimate retreat outside the city of Marrakech for only 14 participants, we will balancing moments of rest and rejuvenation with cultural immersion and adventure. We'll visit the famous Medina markets of Marrakech, spend a day in the Toubkal region of the Atlas Mountains, and we'll roll up our sleeves for a Moroccan cooking class. You'll have the opportunity to visit a traditional hammam for a scrub and massage, and for the pinnacle of adventure, we'll offer the opportunity to float above the desert at sunrise on a hot air balloon ride. During our stay, we'll also visit and support Project Soar, a meaningful local initiative that empowers girls through education and leadership. Our visit offers a chance to connect directly with the heart of Morocco, witnessing firsthand the strength and spirit of the next generation of women shaping their communities.  All the details here! Source

Apollo Global Management Torsten Slok says Big Tech valuations are at risk. “We need to see profit margins go up outside the Magnificent 7, in other words, what’s going on with the S&P 493 becomes very, very critical.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Scott Becker reviews the Magnificent 7’s year to date performance, highlighting gains for Alphabet, Apple, NVIDIA, and Amazon while examining declines in Microsoft, Tesla, and Meta Platforms.

Most beginners enter the stock market backward—chasing options trading, quick profits, and hot stocks before building the financial foundation needed to survive. In this video, I break down a step-by-step investing strategy for beginners, how to build wealth in layers, and where the biggest stock market opportunities may be hiding beyond the Magnificent 7.Join our Exclusive Patreon!!! Creating Financial Empowerment for those who've never had it.

Yah always knows our heart. Choosing faithfulness over your feelings is key to knowing Yah. Don't let feelings trick you. Choose faithfulness and see the abundance Yah provides.

Today's crossword was all about US history — specifically, the Declaration of Independence. David J. Kahn, in his 192nd NYTimes publication (!!!) has outdone himself, ingeniously inserting all 13 colonies into the grid, rebus-style. It was a MAgnificent piece of work, we were both surpRIsed and DElighted. DEets inside!Show note imagery: JohNHaNCock's John Hancock.We love feedback! Send us a text...Contact Info:We love listener mail! Drop us a line, crosswordpodcast@icloud.com.Also, we're on FaceBook, so feel free to drop by there and strike up a conversation!

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. I'll be covering the topic on: How to Win on LinkedIn, Find Love and Handle Equity Compensation  and more. Refer to chapter marks below for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section. Get mentored by Chris: Book a Zoom call to discuss joining my Business Academy, Finance Bootcamp (to get a job in finance) or MBA Degree Programs or for investing/business/personal development coaching: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWDownload my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Learn more about my MBA Degree ProgramChapter Marks: 0:25 Call Starts1:00 LinkedIn Masterclass23:45 LinkedIn Profile & Career Questions33:58 AI Stocks, Micron & SpaceX40:45 AI, Bitcoin & the Future of Technology50:53 Options Trading & Hedge Funds54:37 Startup Advice: Co-Founders & Equity58:23 Markets, AI Trends & One-Person Companies1:07:35 Oracle, Micron, Snapchat & LegalZoom1:14:35 SpaceX, Cursor & Starting an AI Company1:19:35 BYD, Tesla, Magnificent 7 & Accenture1:23:00 LinkedIn Networking & Job Search1:29:55 Dating, AI Creators & Big Tech1:39:56 Best S&P 500 Index Funds Connect with me: Schedule a 1:1 call with Chris: https://haroun.short.gy/1on1CallYTWYouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

The first half of the year ends with chips and semiconductors soaring and software sinking. How the Magnificent 7 can stay afloat after the major software losses, and if gains in the chip and semi space will continue in the second half. Then, Neuberger senior research analyst Kevin McCarthy lays out what's next for Nike after its fourth-quarter earnings results, and if investors are running to other discretionaries. Plus, Bitcoin on track for its lowest levels since 2024, the trillion-dollar defense industry, and telecom trading at near-two year lows. Fast Money Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Sara Eisen led off the show with Comcast shares soaring: The company announced plans to split into two independent publicly traded companies, through a tax-free spin-off of NBCUniversal and Sky.  The anchors also discussed stocks rebounding, as the Nasdaq and S&P 500 look to snap their respective five-day losing streaks. Also in focus:  SpaceX to be added to the Nasdaq 100 next week, Rocket Lab buys Iridium Communications for $8 billion in cash and stock as it looks to take on SpaceX, Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh in the spotlight ahead of his appearance at this week's ECB forum, Alphabet officially enters the Dow, Michael Santoli's perspective on action in the Magnificent 7 stocks.   Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has crossed 52,000, marking another historic milestone for U.S. equities. But the real question isn't whether the Dow made a new high... It's whether the rest of the market can keep up. In today's episode, we break down what this breakout means for the broader market and whether the rally still has room to run. Is this the beginning of another leg higher, or are investors becoming overly optimistic? We'll discuss: Why the Dow continues making history Whether the rally is broadening or becoming increasingly concentrated What institutional money is telling us Key technical levels traders should be watching We'll also examine the powerful rebound in technology stocks as investors continue piling into AI, semiconductors, and the Magnificent 7. Is this renewed momentum sustainable, or are we seeing another wave of speculative buying? Geopolitics remains front and center as well, so we'll cover the latest developments in the Iran conflict and discuss how headlines continue to influence: Oil prices Inflation expectations Market volatility Investor sentiment Perhaps the biggest topic of the day is one that few investors are talking about: Record margin debt. Leverage across the financial markets has climbed to unprecedented levels, helping fuel one of the strongest rallies in recent memory. But history has shown that margin can be a powerful accelerator in both directions. We'll explore: Why margin debt is soaring Whether leverage is becoming a hidden risk How previous periods of excessive borrowing have impacted markets What traders should watch if sentiment begins to shift This episode is all about understanding what is really driving today's market—and what could change the narrative tomorrow. Listen now:

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers technological power, human dignity, and the need for discernment in daily digital life. The post MH5 – Who Holds the Power? – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Michael Santoli explored tech sector weakness: Nasdaq on track for a five-day losing streak as investors dump some of the "Magnificent 7" stocks; Apple coming off its worst day in more than a year after announcing price hikes; Micron gives up some of Thursday's big gains after Samsung and SK Hynix tumbled in South Korean trading. The anchors reacted to a published report which says OpenAI is leaning toward delaying its IPO until 2027. The CEO of Onsemi joined the program to discuss the chipmaker's $7 billion all-stock  deal to buy Synaptics, On's "Physical AI" strategy — and why its shares tumbled on news of the acquisition. Also in focus: SpaceX's two weeks as a public company, the S&P Equal-Weight index outperforming the S&P 500, Oil prices erase Thursday's gains, Apollo co-founder Leon Black arrives on Capitol Hill to testify about his ties to notorious sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.   Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the “new things” of our time, including artificial intelligence, digital life and the need for wisdom. The post MH4 – The New Things of Our Time – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

This reflection on Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas considers the Social Doctrine of the Church as a living wisdom for discernment, action and joyful Christian witness. The post MH3 – A Living Wisdom for Discernment – Magnificent Humanity for the Discerning Heart – Discerning Hearts Podcasts appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.