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Ashley Hilman from Safe Communities, a 27-year-old injury-prevention coalition in Dane County, Wisconsin, about a creative, community-wide approach to reducing falls among older adults.We explore:How EMS data can identify where fall-related interventions are needed mostWhat happens when communities build a collaborative “backbone” around injury preventionHow to connect people with resources after a fall, when the need is immediateWhy the language and images we use around falls matterThe shift from fall prevention toward fall resilience and positive agingHow the Balance Stamp of Approval can help communities identify and promote balance-enhancing activitiesHow other communities can replicate these approachesLinks:Safe Communities Wisconsin: https://safecommunities.org/Reframing Falls Prevention Toolkit: https://fallsfreewi.org/reframing-falls-prevention-toolkit/
And Another Thing With Dave, by Dave SmithIn this episode, Dave digs into a shocking federal court ruling that declared Americans do not have a constitutional right to clean drinking water. Using reporting from journalist Samantha Michaels, Dave breaks down how this decision affects public trust, vulnerable communities, and the future of basic civil rights.From water contamination in Jackson, Mississippi to the fragility of our food systems, Dave explores how government neglect of essential needs creates instability, anger, and historical patterns of upheaval. He connects today's issues to global examples — the Holodomor, the Irish famine, and modern supply‑chain failures — showing how control of food and water has always been a form of power.The episode closes with a look at farmland consolidation, Bill Gates' agricultural influence, the shift from organic to chemical farming, and why regenerative, local food systems may be the key to national security.The Fifth Circuit Court ruling: no constitutional right to clean drinking waterJackson, Mississippi's water crisis and legal dead endsHow government neglect erodes public trustHistorical parallels: French Revolution, Holodomor, Irish famineFood security as national securityBillionaires and foreign entities buying U.S. farmlandBill Gates, GMO advocacy, and synthetic food concernsThe shift from organic → chemical agriculture after WWIIWhy regenerative farming and local food systems matterThe dangers of concentrated land ownershipHow fragile supply chains threaten national stabilityPasture‑raised cattle vs. factory farmingDirect‑from‑rancher meat sourcingRecommended documentaries: What in the World Are They Spraying?, Dirt, The Omnivore's DilemmaWhen government stops protecting basic needs like water and food, society becomes fragile.Concentrated control of farmland and food production creates systemic weak points.Regenerative agriculture and local food networks strengthen communities.Public trust collapses when essential services fail — and history shows what happens next.Substack: Deep Dives with DaveMedium: deepdiveswithdaveInstagram: @BetterTodaywithDaveIf you're digging the conversation, spread the word. Reviews on Spotify and Apple Podcasts help the show reach more truth‑seekers. Much love — and keep seeking the truth.#food #water #security
Ask a question hereThis episode is intentionally abrasive.The pool industry wants the respect, credibility, and compensation of a skilled trade. But are we willing to establish, demand, demonstrate, and charge for skilled-trade standards?Rudy asked pool professionals what they believe is wrong with the industry, and the responses came flooding in: inadequate training, nonexistent licensing, bargain-basement pricing, oversized egos, unqualified technicians, social-media experts, bad installations, fragmented education, private equity, manufacturers selling around the trade, and customers who expect luxury service at Dollar General prices.The individual complaints may differ, but they point to the same contradiction: We demand professional respect while too often accepting mediocrity as normal.This episode examines why certification should be the beginning of professional development, not a declaration that someone never needs to learn another damn thing. Rudy challenges companies that send barely trained technicians into the field, veterans who mistake repetition for expertise, businesses that confuse pool count with profitability, and professionals who perform additional work for free and then wonder why customers do not value them.The pool industry has tremendous people, knowledge, innovation, and opportunity. What it lacks is consistent standards, clear career pathways, and enough professionals willing to say the three words most terrifying to an oversized industry ego:“I was wrong.”If the pool industry wants respect, it is time to earn the fucking thing.In This EpisodeWhy pool service should be treated as a legitimate skilled tradeThe difference between inexperience and unsupervised incompetenceWhy certification is only the beginning of professional developmentHow fragmented education leaves new technicians without a clear career pathWhy decades of repetition do not necessarily equal decades of experienceHow confidence and social-media visibility get mistaken for competenceWhy pool service companies chronically undervalue their workThe difference between revenue, profitability, growth, and craftsmanshipWhy staying small does not mean failingThe true cost behind professional equipment installation and serviceHow manufacturers, big-box retailers, franchises, and private equity affect the tradeWhy customer boundaries and clearly defined service agreements matterThe responsibilities companies, employees, customers, and professionals owe one anotherWhat the pool industry must do if it genuinely wants professional respectMemorable Line“The pool industry does not have a shortage of opportunity. It has a shortage of consistent standards and an oversupply of confidence.”#TalkingPoolsPodcast #PoolIndustry #PoolService #SwimmingPools #PoolProfessionals #PoolEducation #SkilledTrades #WaterChemistry #PoolBusiness #ProfessionalStandards Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:FacebookInstagramTik TokEmail us: talkingpools@gmail.com
Who is responsible for protecting the identity of a game after its original creator is gone?In this episode of Eternal Durdles, Zac and Phil dive into the idea of creative paternalism — the responsibility, care, and judgment required to preserve what makes a creative work itself.Using Magic: The Gathering as the primary example, we explore what happens when the people who originally created and loved a game are replaced by layers of corporate stewardship.What exactly is the “ethos” of Magic?Who gets to decide what belongs?And when does expanding a game into new audiences, aesthetics, and experiences stop being evolution and start becoming something fundamentally different?The conversation touches on Universes Beyond, Commander, Secret Lair, Premodern, Classic Legacy, Peak Legacy, and the changing relationship between Magic's original audience and the people discovering the game today.We also explore:What exactly creative paternalism meansRichard Garfield and the original vision of MagicWhy the original creators of a game matterThe difference between creating something new and simply repackaging an existing aestheticThe “geeks, mops, sociopaths and leeches” frameworkWhy corporations can struggle to preserve the identity of a creative propertyThe tension between growth and creative integrityWhy “more people playing Magic” isn't necessarily a sufficient design goalUniverses Beyond and whether different Magic experiences should coexist separatelyWhether older players and newer players actually need to be in the same “bucket”How this problem appears in music, using bands as an analogyWhy Premodern and Classic Legacy can feel like preserved snapshots of the gameAnd ultimately: when did Wizards jump the shark?Phil argues that the real problem may not be the existence of different audiences — but the decision to force fundamentally different experiences to collide in the same space. Zac ultimately points toward formats like Premodern and Classic Legacy as places where players can still find glimmers of the game they originally fell in love with. What do you think?Has Magic lost something important, or is this simply what happens when a game grows for 30+ years?00:00 — What Is Creative Paternalism?02:15 — Who Is Responsible for Magic's Identity?06:00 — Geeks, Mops, Sociopaths & Leeches12:00 — When Corporations Sand Away the Rough Edges18:00 — Does Magic Actually Need More Players?21:00 — Universes Beyond & Conflicting Audiences32:30 — The Band Analogy: When Your Favorite Thing Changes38:15 — When Did Wizards Jump the Shark?40:00 — Finding the Spark in Premodern⏱️ Chapters
Who is responsible for protecting the identity of a game after its original creator is gone?In this episode of Eternal Durdles, Zac and Phil dive into the idea of creative paternalism — the responsibility, care, and judgment required to preserve what makes a creative work itself.Using Magic: The Gathering as the primary example, we explore what happens when the people who originally created and loved a game are replaced by layers of corporate stewardship.What exactly is the “ethos” of Magic?Who gets to decide what belongs?And when does expanding a game into new audiences, aesthetics, and experiences stop being evolution and start becoming something fundamentally different?The conversation touches on Universes Beyond, Commander, Secret Lair, Premodern, Classic Legacy, Peak Legacy, and the changing relationship between Magic's original audience and the people discovering the game today.We also explore:What exactly creative paternalism meansRichard Garfield and the original vision of MagicWhy the original creators of a game matterThe difference between creating something new and simply repackaging an existing aestheticThe “geeks, mops, sociopaths and leeches” frameworkWhy corporations can struggle to preserve the identity of a creative propertyThe tension between growth and creative integrityWhy “more people playing Magic” isn't necessarily a sufficient design goalUniverses Beyond and whether different Magic experiences should coexist separatelyWhether older players and newer players actually need to be in the same “bucket”How this problem appears in music, using bands as an analogyWhy Premodern and Classic Legacy can feel like preserved snapshots of the gameAnd ultimately: when did Wizards jump the shark?Phil argues that the real problem may not be the existence of different audiences — but the decision to force fundamentally different experiences to collide in the same space. Zac ultimately points toward formats like Premodern and Classic Legacy as places where players can still find glimmers of the game they originally fell in love with. What do you think?Has Magic lost something important, or is this simply what happens when a game grows for 30+ years?00:00 — What Is Creative Paternalism?02:15 — Who Is Responsible for Magic's Identity?06:00 — Geeks, Mops, Sociopaths & Leeches12:00 — When Corporations Sand Away the Rough Edges18:00 — Does Magic Actually Need More Players?21:00 — Universes Beyond & Conflicting Audiences32:30 — The Band Analogy: When Your Favorite Thing Changes38:15 — When Did Wizards Jump the Shark?40:00 — Finding the Spark in Premodern⏱️ Chapters
In this special episode of Reimagining Cyber, Tyler Moffitt hosts the podcast for the final time — looking back on 15 years in cybersecurity, the lessons he's learned from speaking with security practitioners, researchers, MSPs and incident responders, and how dramatically the threat landscape has evolved.Tyler and incoming host Keelin Conant explore the shift from early malware and ransomware to double extortion, data theft and increasingly sophisticated nation-state activity. They also discuss how AI is accelerating the speed at which new exploits and attacks move from proof of concept into the wild.The conversation covers why organizations should report cybercrime to law enforcement, the role cryptocurrency trails can play in investigations, and the increasingly blurred line between financially motivated ransomware groups and nation-state operations.Looking ahead, Tyler shares some practical advice for defenders: treat identity as part of the security perimeter, limit privileges, protect administrative accounts, prepare for AI agents with excessive permissions, test backups, run tabletop exercises and focus on the fundamentals.But this episode is ultimately about more than technology. Tyler and Keelin discuss the importance of people, curiosity and human experience in cybersecurity — and why, despite changing technology and evolving attackers, there will always be a need to understand what is really happening and what defenders should do about it.As Tyler hands over the hosting role to Keelin, the next chapter of Reimagining Cyber begins.In this episode:15 years of cybersecurity lessonsHow ransomware has evolvedAI and the acceleration of cyber threatsWhy organizations should report cybercrimeNation-state attacks and ransomware-for-hireIdentity as the new security perimeterAI agents, permissions and OAuth tokensIncident response and tabletop exercisesWhy cybersecurity fundamentals still matterThe human side of cybersecurityTyler's final episode and Keelin's new chapter as hostAs featured on Million Podcasts' Best 100 Cybersecurity Podcasts Top 50 Chief Information Security Officer CISO Podcasts Top 70 Security Hacking PodcastsThis list is the most comprehensive ranking of Cyber Security Podcasts online and we are honoured to feature amongst the best!Follow or subscribe to the show on your preferred podcast platform.Share the show with others in the cybersecurity world.Get in touch via reimaginingcyber@gmail.com
What if the biggest obstacle to changing your drinking isn't that you're doing too little—but that you've decided anything less than a dramatic change doesn't count?In this revisited episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly explores the all-or-nothing thinking that can make sustainable change harder than it needs to be.You'll learn why the Doable Drink Plan starts with meeting yourself where you are, how perfectionism can quietly undermine progress, and why small, repeatable changes can help you build trust in yourself.Molly also examines the long-standing belief that abstinence is the only “real” way to change your drinking. Alcohol-free breaks can absolutely be helpful, but the thinking behind the action matters. Are you choosing a break because it supports your long-term goals—or because you believe anything less isn't good enough?In this episode:Why perfectionism can sabotage progressHow “this isn't enough” thinking keeps people stuckWhy small wins matterThe role of the Doable Drink PlanHow to think about alcohol-free breaks without turning them into a testWhy sustainable change is built through continuous improvementThe question isn't simply, “Am I doing enough?”A better question may be:“Is what I'm doing helping me build the skills and confidence I need for sustainable change?”Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★
What do you really want?According to the Gospel of John, that's the first question Jesus asks His would-be disciples:“What do you want?”In this reflection on Psalm 1, John Ortberg explores why that may be one of the most important questions we ever answer.Our lives have a way of organizing themselves around our deepest desires.How do you spend your time?Your money?What makes you angry?What are you willing to sacrifice for?Those things often reveal what we want more accurately than our words do.Psalm 1 gives us a picture of a different kind of life: a flourishing person, like a tree planted beside streams of water, with roots sunk deeply into God.And John closes with the remarkable story of Natan Sharansky, who spent years imprisoned in the Soviet Union and memorized the entire Book of Psalms.When he was finally released, Sharansky refused to cross the bridge to freedom until his captors returned his copy of the Psalms.What we fill our minds with matters.Because what fills our minds helps shape what we desire.So today, ask yourself:What do I really want?And:What am I filling my mind with?In this episode:The first question Jesus asks in John's GospelHow our lives reveal what we actually wantPsalm 1 and the meaning of “blessed”What biblical flourishing looks likeThe tree planted beside streams of waterWhy invisible roots matterThe progression of walking, standing and sittingWhy Psalm 1 isn't a formula for easy circumstancesHow inner goodness crowds out envy and greedNatan Sharansky's remarkable storyHow the Psalms sustained him through Soviet imprisonmentWhy what we fill our minds with shapes our livesScriptures: John 1:35–38 • Psalm 1 • Acts 20:35 • Matthew 7:12#Psalm1 #JohnOrtberg #Psalms #Jesus #SpiritualFormation #Flourishing #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #Prayer #NatanSharansky
A Reese's from the pantry. A Mountain Dew from the fridge. McDonald's for dinner. Ice cream before bed.For Ronnie and me, some version of that was childhood.Years later, Ronnie was dealing with acne, rosacea, stress, and gut problems that took more than five years to work through. Doctors, stool tests, functional medicine, diet changes. A lot of trial and error.If 25% of adults have a diagnosed gut disease, then what is the best evidence for helping repair a damaged gut?We went through the research looking for the highest-confidence things someone can actually do. Two kept showing up.We break down both in this episode, including what the studies found, how to actually apply them, and why rebuilding your gut may require thinking less about a single supplement and more about the ecosystem you're creating inside and around yourself.We also get into:Why Ronnie believes stress played a major role in his acne and rosaceaThe strange two-way relationship between your gut and your brainWhat chronic stress can do to the microbiomeAntibiotics, PPIs, C-sections, exercise, fasting, and probioticsWhy your environment, soil, nature, and microbial exposure may matterThe vagus nerve and what breathwork and cold exposure have to do with gut healthWhy healing can take much longer than people expectOne of the studies we found was especially strange. Researchers transferred gut microbes from stressed animals into unstressed animals. The previously calm animals began showing stress-related behavior, hormonal changes, and inflammation.Your brain influences your gut. Your gut appears capable of influencing your brain right back.Ronnie lived some version of that loop for years. Worry about his skin created stress. Stress appeared to make things worse. Every breakout gave him another reason to worry.Getting out of that cycle became part of getting better.If you've been dealing with digestive problems, skin issues, chronic stress, or you simply want to understand how to build a healthier gut, this episode gives you a practical place to start.Research mentioned:Stress and gut microbiota:https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-017...Gut-brain axis, microbiota transfer, inflammation and vagus nerve research:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1...We also discuss research from the American Gut Project, Stanford diet and microbiome trials, plant-diversity research, and fermented-food research referenced throughout the episode.American Gut Project, 2018Stanford high-fiber and fermented-food research2025 plant-diversity RCT2026 BIOME trialThis conversation is for education and discussion and does not replace medical advice. Antibiotics and other medications can be necessary.If this episode gave you something to think about, subscribe, like the video, and share it with someone who has been trying to figure out their gut health.
Signs, Manifestation & AbundanceWhat do you do when you know all the manifestation rules… but you're still anxious, checking, obsessing and wondering when it's finally going to happen?In this episode, I'm sharing three real-life stories from the past week that reminded me of some of the biggest lessons in manifestation: surrender, trust, intention and abundance.I talk about what happened when I was feeling completely consumed by my upcoming event, why I decided to ask the universe for a sign — and the very unexpected sign that appeared.I also share a powerful reminder that manifestation doesn't mean you'll never struggle. Sometimes the thing you're manifesting can bring up fear, doubt and anxiety, and that's where the real work begins.We also get into the importance of going back to your why and remembering that what you're creating doesn't have to be solely about you. What are you giving back? Who will your manifestation help?And finally, we talk about abundance — why you shouldn't obsess over how the money is going to come, and why becoming aware of the abundance already showing up in your life can completely shift your perspective.In this episode:Why even people who know manifestation inside out can still struggleA simple “I surrender and let go” practiceThe affirmation: “Everything always works out for me”How to ask for a sign — and recognise it when it arrivesWhy your why and your intention matterThe difference between connection and criticismHow your mindset can affect the way you approach what you're manifestingA simple practice for noticing the abundance already in your lifeWhy you don't need to know exactly where the money will come fromThe reminder that what goes around comes aroundSometimes you don't need to know how it's going to happen. You just need to believe that it can.Live Event: Ready, Sept, Manifest. If you would like to come to my manifestation morning on Saturday Sept 19th, get your ticket: https://pausepenny.com/product/ready-sept-manifest/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What happens when society teaches you who you are supposed to be before you've had the chance to decide for yourself?This week on The Songs That Made Us, Gunter explores John Lennon's “Working Class Hero,” a stark examination of class, identity, social hierarchy and the psychological consequences of being shaped—or “processed”—into the roles society creates for us.At the center of the song is something deceptively powerful: Lennon speaks in the second person.Official Music Video: https://youtu.be/Ve-mANenpC4?si=p2aTdXZSB9bJGVRxRather than simply recounting his own experience, he places the listener inside the machinery he is describing. The result transforms personal history into a broader confrontation with how class and social expectations become internalized.Gunter examines Lennon's childhood and the contradictions within his own upbringing, including the difference between economic circumstances and the emotional experience of class. From there, the episode explores class injury, shame, contempt, social mobility, meritocracy and the ways hierarchy can become embedded in our sense of self.The discussion also considers Lennon's experience with therapy and self-examination, and how that period of psychological exploration informed work that stripped away some of the mythology surrounding fame, success and status.More than half a century later, Working Class Hero continues to ask an uncomfortable question:How much of who we believe ourselves to be was actually chosen by us—and how much was assigned to us?Key Topics & TakeawaysWhy Lennon's use of the second person makes the song feel universalLennon's childhood and the idea of being socially “processed”How class and hierarchy influence identityThe psychology of class injuryWhy shame can transform into contemptThe emotional consequences of being taught inferiority—or superiorityTherapy, self-reflection and Lennon's examination of his own identitySocial mobility, meritocracy and structural barriersHow societal roles become psychologically internalizedWhy the song's isolation and lack of community matterThe continuing relevance of Lennon's critiqueChapter HighlightsIntroduction: Working Class Hero and Social CritiqueLennon's Childhood and the Idea of Being “Processed”The Second-Person Voice: Putting the Listener Inside the SongClass, Identity and Social HierarchyUnderstanding Class InjuryWhen Shame Becomes ContemptTherapy, Self-Reflection and Lennon's Personal HistorySocial Mobility and the Mythology of MeritocracyHow Society Becomes Part of the SelfIsolation, Community and the Structure of the SongWhy Working Class Hero Still MattersGratitudeWe want to extend a huge thank you to our listeners in Los Angeles, Van Nuys, Santa Monica, Santa Ana, Garden Grove, San Jose, Culver City, North Hollywood, and Folsom for bringing California up to #1 on the Top 10 USA listeners list. And to our Global Listeners, we extend our gratitude to two countries reaching our top 20 list for the very first time ever! First, our listeners in Hammamet (ha-muh-muht) for bringing Tunisia (too-nee-zhuh) to #20! And also to our listeners in Doha (dow-haa) for bringing Qatar (cuh-TAR) to #17! CONGRATULATIONS!! you made the Top Listeners List.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/inspire-change-with-gunter--3633478/support.PatreonIf this episode resonates with you and you'd like to go deeper into practical exercises and guided reflection, Gunter offers extended self-development resources and exercises through our Patreon community: www.patreon.com/inspirechangeSponsorDistil UnionThis episode of Inspire Change with Gunter is brought to you by Distil Union, creators of beautifully designed, functional everyday carry accessories that help bring organization, simplicity, and intention into your daily life.Distil Union blends craftsmanship with thoughtful design to help you carry what matters most — without the clutter.
In this powerful episode (#175) of Psychosocial Safety USA, Dr. I. David Daniels sits down with psychologist, academician, and trauma expert Dr. Kenneth Logan for a first‑ever conversation that goes straight to the core of the psychosocial safety ecosystem: moral harm and moral injury.Dr. Logan, who has spent more than 30 years working with first responders, military personnel, clergy, therapists, and others exposed to morally complex situations — breaks down how moral harm emerges when workplace conditions violate deeply held values. He explains why moral injury is not simply an emotional reaction but a predictable outcome of organizational environments that silence, scapegoat, betray, or abandon people when they need support most.Listeners will hear:How moral harm disrupts identity, trust, conscience, and belongingThe four types of moral injury: commission, omission, betrayal, and witnessingWhy accountability must be truthful, proportionate, and oriented toward repairHow value conflicts arise in real workplaces — and why they matterThe overlap between Dr. Logan's research and Dr. Daniels' Psychosocial Safety Deterioration Pathway™Why Gen Z's refusal to abandon their values is reshaping organizational cultureThis episode offers deep insight into the human consequences of value‑violating environments, and how organizations can create genuine psychosocial safety by addressing the conditions that cause harm in the first place.A must‑listen for leaders, practitioners, and anyone committed to building workplaces where people can speak honestly, be treated with dignity, and recover from morally complex experiences.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/dope-cat/chill-fmLicense code: EC6EWN7L4XVAXCM0
What does our skin actually need after 40—and how much of what we've been told about aging is just really good marketing?In this episode, I'm talking with celebrity esthetician and skincare founder Angela Caglia, who has spent 30 years working hands-on with women's skin, including some very famous faces. Her client list has included Barbra Streisand, Amal Clooney, Helena Christensen, Alexandra Daddario and more.Angela has a refreshingly simple philosophy when it comes to aging--less is more.We talk about what physically changes in the skin during our 40s and beyond, why she thinks women are overdoing it with skincare, and the rise of regenerative beauty—including the science behind her human stem cell-derived skincare line.Angela also shares some advice that may make you rethink your entire routine: why many women over 40 should consider not washing their face in the morning, what she recommends instead, and why she believes we don't necessarily need the long lineup of retinol, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid and peptide serums we've been conditioned to buy.But this conversation goes much deeper than skincare.Angela opens up about being told by a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon—at just 52—that she needed a facelift, and why that experience made her question the increasingly aggressive way cosmetic procedures are being marketed to younger women. We talk about the pressure to look perpetually young, the influence of social media, and why sometimes the most powerful anti-aging advice is simply learning to look in the mirror and appreciate the face staring back at you.We talk:What actually happens to our skin after 40Why shifting hormones, collagen, elastin and sebum matterThe biggest mistakes Angela sees women making with skincareWhy she believes many routines contain too many activesWhat “regenerative skincare” actually meansExosomes, growth factors and human stem cell-derived skincareWhether regenerative products can replace retinol and vitamin CAngela's surprisingly minimal morning skincare routineWhy she tells many women over 40 to skip the morning cleanseHer preferred approach to sunscreen—and the SPF she personally usesWhy she recommends oil cleansing at nightThe beauty treatments and trends she thinks women should approach cautiouslyThe push toward younger facelifts—and Angela's own experience being told she needed oneWhy she thinks fillers may be falling out of favorThe danger of chasing unregulated beauty and wellness treatments abroad“Skin listening” and learning to stop comparing your face to everyone else'sWeight training, walking and the wellness habits Angela prioritizes at 54Starting her company at 45 and building it into a multimillion-dollar businessWhy she believes it's never too late to start something newI tried--and LOVED--the Angela Caglia Cell Forté Serum, which you can find here!
After nearly eight years sober, would Patrick ever drink alcohol again?It's a question a friend asked him while they were away on holiday, and his answer was immediate.In this episode, Patrick reflects on being surrounded by “holiday mode,” watching his daughter drink after turning 18, and the recent coverage of Brad Pitt returning to alcohol after seven years of sobriety.He explores how stories like Brad Pitt's can quietly cause someone to question their own sobriety. The mind can easily begin thinking: “If he can drink again, perhaps I can too.”That's why protecting your sobriety matters. Not because you need to fear alcohol, but because it's important to remember what drinking was costing you and what your life has gained since removing it.Patrick also discusses why the reasons behind your drinking can have such a significant influence on how you drink and the difference between consciously choosing alcohol and using it to escape difficult emotions.This episode invites you to consider what alcohol would genuinely add to your life, and what you believe you would be going back for.Cool topics covered:Would Patrick ever drink again?Brad Pitt's return to drinkingProtecting your sobriety from outside influencesAlcohol and 'holiday mode'Turning 18 and the expectations around drinkingWhy comparing yourself with other drinkers can be misleadingDrinking to escape difficult emotionsWhy your reasons for drinking matterThe difference between fear and freedom in sobrietyContent advisory: This episode briefly references suicidal thoughts discussed during Brad Pitt's recent interview. Please take care while listening. If you're struggling or feel at risk, contact Samaritans free on 116 123 in the UK and Ireland, or seek urgent local support.⬇️ Resources ⬇️Download The 5pm Booze Free Habit Builder
Do you know what kind of help your interior design business actually needs, or are you simply overwhelmed and ready to hire anyone?In this episode of the Interior Design Business Podcast, I'm joined by Evelyn McDougall and Shanna Rose of 4D Biz to talk about how interior designers can hire virtual assistants strategically and build the right support team as their businesses grow.Shanna shares how a serious accident forced her to delegate within her own interior design business, leading to hard-earned lessons about hiring, training, and creating systems. That experience ultimately helped inspire 4D Biz and its fractional support model specifically for interior designers.Together, we discuss why hiring one person to do everything rarely works, how to identify the tasks and specialties you actually need help with, and why fractional support can be especially valuable in a project-based industry with natural ebbs and flows. We also explore three key areas of virtual support, design, administration, and marketing, and how designers can determine where delegation will create the greatest relief.If you're overwhelmed by procurement, drafting, project management, marketing, or simply trying to do everything yourself, this episode will help you think differently about hiring and build support that makes your business more sustainable, profitable, and enjoyable.In this episode, we cover:How to know when you're ready for a VAWhy hiring one person to do everything doesn't workThe difference between employees, freelancers, and fractional supportWhy systems and documented processes matterThe three specialties of virtual supportDelegating procurement, drafting, and administrative workMatching the right specialist to the right roleManaging the ebbs and flows of a project-based businessControlling profitability when adding team supportHow to identify the best tasks to delegate firstShow notes are available at interiordesignbusinessacademy.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/InteriorDesignBusinessAcademyFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/interiordesignbusinessacademy
Throughout the summer, we're revisiting some of our most meaningful conversations - stories of hope, healing, and life-changing collisions with Jesus that continue to encourage people year after year.This episode originally aired in April 2026 and we're grateful to share it again with you.Whether you're listening for the first time or returning to it again, we pray it meets you right where you are and reminds you of God's faithfulness, grace, and redeeming love.What if the stories of near-death experiences could reshape the way you understand God, heaven, and your purpose on earth?In this fascinating episode of the Collide Podcast, Willow sits down with pastor and bestselling author John Burke to explore what more than 30 years of studying nearly 1,500 near-death experiences has taught him about eternity. John shares how his own journey from skeptical engineer to follower of Christ began while his father was dying of cancer, and how years of interviewing people from every continent have only strengthened his confidence in the God revealed throughout Scripture.Together, they discuss the remarkable consistency found in near-death experiences across cultures and religions, why these accounts continue to point people toward Jesus, and how a biblical understanding of heaven can transform the way we live today. If you've ever wrestled with grief, questioned what happens after death, or wondered whether God is still pursuing those who seem far from Him, this conversation offers thoughtful insight and lasting hope.Meet John BurkeJohn is the founder and former lead pastor of Gateway Church in Austin, Texas, a multisite church that has grown to more than 4,500 people since its launch in 1998. He is also the president of Gateway Leadership Initiative, equipping church planters and everyday Christians to “raise the church out of the culture.” John is a New York Times bestselling author of Imagine Heaven and has written several influential books, including No Perfect People Allowed, Soul Revolution, and his newest work, Imagine the God of Heaven. He is passionate about helping people discover the real God revealed through Scripture and confirmed through thousands of NDEs. His story is a powerful example of curiosity transformed into calling.Connect with John - Website | InstagramIn This Episode, You'll LearnWhat near-death experiences really are—and why they matterThe surprising commonalities people report across countries, cultures, and faith backgroundsHow NDEs align with what Scripture teaches about heaven, God, and life after deathWhy John believes God continues pursuing people with grace until their very last momentsWhat convinced him that these experiences cannot be explained by drugs, dreams, or hallucinationsWhat people consistently describe about encountering Jesus, God's love, and heavenHow This Episode Will Encourage YouIf you've ever feared death, grieved someone you love, questioned God's goodness, or wondered whether heaven is truly real, this conversation will remind you that our hope in Christ is grounded in something far greater than wishful thinking. You'll walk away with fresh confidence in God's relentless love, renewed hope for eternity, and encouragement to live today with an eternal perspective.Personal and Powerful Bible Study - Explores how God shows up in our lives in ways that are both deeply personal and undeniably powerful.Follow Willow: Website | Instagram | Facebook
When we talk about preventing youth substance use, it is easy for the conversation to focus on what is going wrong. But what if most young people are already making healthy choices, and part of our prevention strategy is making sure they know that?In this episode of the Common Good Data Podcast, Roger Suclupe and I talk with Libby Ray about positive social norms campaigns and their potential role in preventing youth alcohol use and vaping.Positive social norms campaigns address an important challenge: young people and adults can significantly overestimate how common substance use actually is. When “everybody is doing it” becomes the perceived norm, that perception can influence expectations and behavior. A positive social norms approach uses credible local data to correct those misperceptions and reinforce the healthy choices that most young people are already making.Our conversation covers:Current concerns around youth vaping and alcohol useWhat a positive social norms campaign is and how it differs from traditional prevention messagingWhy perceptions about peer behavior matterThe importance of using credible local data to develop campaign messagesHow focus groups helped bring youth voice into the campaignWhat young people taught the team about imagery, messaging, and authenticityHow the campaign is reaching youth through digital advertising, schools, community partners, posters, banners, and even stickersWhat Libby and her team are hearing now that the campaign is underwayOne of my favorite ideas from the conversation is that hope and concern can live side by side. We can acknowledge serious concerns about youth substance use while also recognizing that the vast majority of young people are making healthy choices.And, because we are talking about campaigns and messaging, we finish with a trip back to some memorable advertising from the 1980s and 1990s.If you work in substance use prevention, public health, youth development, or community-based prevention, this conversation offers a practical example of how data, youth voice, and thoughtful messaging can come together in a real-world campaign.The Common Good Data Podcast explores how data, strategy, and evaluation can help social sector organizations improve outcomes and strengthen their impact. Learn more at www.commongooddata.com/podcast
Hunters for the Hungry: Turning Virginia's Deer Harvest Into Meals for Families in NeedGary Arrington of Hunters for the Hungry returns to the Green Top Outdoors Podcast to talk about the incredible impact Virginia hunters are making in communities across the Commonwealth.Joined by Hunter Brooks and Todd Sadler, Gary shares how Hunters for the Hungry takes donated deer and turns that valuable source of protein into meals for men, women, children, veterans, and families facing food insecurity.Last year was another phenomenal year for the organization, with more than 205,000 pounds of venison donated and processed, providing more than 820,000 quarter-pound servings. Since 1991, Hunters for the Hungry has distributed more than 8.3 million pounds of venison, representing over 33.4 million quarter-pound servings throughout Virginia.But keeping the program moving takes more than donated deer. As Gary explains, Hunters for the Hungry needs both “deer and dollars.” Processing costs continue to rise, and the organization is also facing a shortage of participating deer processors. At the same time, demand from food banks, church pantries, feeding programs, and other organizations continues to grow.Gary also discusses new ways Hunters for the Hungry is putting donated venison to work, including shelf-stable venison chili, stew, soup, and spaghetti sauce. These products can reach families and feeding programs that may have limited freezer or refrigeration capacity.In this episode, you'll hear about:How donated deer become meals for Virginians in needWhy deer processors are the program's “unsung heroes”Rising processing costs and why financial donations matterThe need for additional processors and volunteersHunters for the Hungry's statewide impactNew canned venison initiativesHow hunters can donate while purchasing a Virginia hunting licenseThe importance of hunters serving their local communitiesThe Hunters for the Hungry Sporting Clays Benefit ShootHow just $1 can help provide three quarter-pound servingsGary also talks about the future of Hunters for the Hungry and the need to find passionate people who can help carry the organization's mission forward.Whether you donate a deer, contribute a few dollars, volunteer your time, help spread the word, or support a Hunters for the Hungry event, every contribution can make an impact.Learn more about Hunters for the Hungry, find donation information, locate participating processors, and discover ways to support the program at h4hungry.org.Hunting, fishing, and everything outdoors. Experience the tradition with the Green Top Outdoors Podcast.
Welcome to the Grief Series, a collection of conversations about the grief woven throughout our lives with some extraordinary women bringing their raw, vulnerable stories to the mic. I hope you see yourself somewhere in these stories.…This episode is for the woman who fought hard to build something she loved, then had a baby && came back to her desk crying because she hated all of it. My guest, Sophia Rose, is a marketing coach, strategist, and IVF mom based in London. She had a business she was deeply proud of, a husband who showed up, and a clear picture of the kind of mom she wanted to be. None of that prepared her for sitting at her to-do list a few months postpartum && feeling like she was wearing someone else's shirt. She brought all of that here, one year out, still in it, && more honest than most people ever let themselves be.TOPICS WE EXPLOREThe identity crisis nobody warned her about (even though her friend tried)Coming back to a business she'd built from the ground up && feeling nothingThe fog of postpartum grief Saying goodbye to breastfeeding without knowing it was the last timeThe duality of motherhood: joy && grief in the same breathHow navigating loss reshapes your tolerance for things that don't matterThe superpowers that come on the other side of falling apartWhat she wants women to know before they have their first babyTHE POINTYou don't graduate from the grief of motherhood. You just get better at walking through the doors it keeps opening. && if you can stop fighting it, it will change you in the best possible way.ABOUT SOPHIASophia Rose is a marketing coach, strategist, host of Marketing Unfiltered, and co-host of Relatable with the Roses alongside her husband Bradley, a Peloton cycling instructor. She helps business owners cut through the noise and market in a way that actually works, and she does it from London with her IVF son Grayson.Find her podcast Marketing Unfiltered && Relatable with the Roses.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEMarketing Unfiltered (Sophia's marketing podcast)Relatable with the Roses (Sophia's podcast with husband Bradley Rose)Ash on Marketing Unfiltered - Breaking the Cycle of High-Functioning BurnoutShamelessly Ambitious Soundcheck (free curated episode playlists)Work with AshAre you loving it? Send Ash a text! MORE ABOUT ASHI'm Ash McDonald — the Entrepreneur's Therapist. Trained therapist, seasoned entrepreneur, mom of 3, && the person you call when your business coach doesn't get your brain && your therapist doesn't get your business.I built the thing I couldn't find anywhere else: whole-picture support that holds your strategy && your humanity in the same conversation at the same time. LINKS:Work with me 1:1 → Deep CutsFast-track your results → The Green RoomSolve one thing right now → Studio SessionsBurnout-proof your life && business → MixtapeGet your free podcast playlists → The SoundcheckWeekly emails that tell you what your business coach won't && your therapist can't → Subscribe to The BeatWebsite: ashmcdonaldmentoring.com
"Most of us spend far more of our lives in the middle than we expect."What happens when grief is not tied to a single event, but to a season of becoming?Today, I'm joined by writer and author Adriel Booker, whose newest book, Tethered to Hope, explores the liminal spaces of life. Those moments when something has ended, something else is beginning, and we find ourselves navigating uncertainty, identity shifts, questions of faith, and the grief that often accompanies change.Together, we explore what it means to live in those in-between spaces with honesty and compassion. Rather than rushing toward resolution, Adriel invites us to consider how hope can remain present even when clarity is not.If you've ever felt suspended between what was and what comes next, this conversation offers language, companionship, and permission to remain present to your own unfolding.In this episode, we talk about:What liminal spaces are and why they matterThe grief that accompanies change and transitionIdentity shifts after lossFaith, doubt, and living with unanswered questionsHope without certaintyLearning to remain present during seasons of becomingThe difference between resolution and transformationLinks + Resources from this episodeAdriel Booker's websiteTethered to HopeAdriel's SubstackRestorative Grief Community & ResourcesBecome a Patron!
Long COVID continues to raise important questions for many veterans navigating the VA disability system.In this episode, Leah Bucholz — Army combat veteran, board-certified Physician Assistant, former VA C&P examiner, and founder of Prestige Veteran Medical Consulting — discusses Long COVID from a medical evidence perspective and explains some of the challenges veterans may face when pursuing VA disability claims related to persistent post-COVID symptoms.Topics discussed include:What Long COVID is and how symptoms can vary significantly between veteransCommon Long COVID symptoms seen in medical recordsWhy documentation and continuity of symptoms matterThe importance of diagnosis, treatment history, and objective medical evidence when availablePotential secondary and overlapping conditionsChallenges involving causation, symptom overlap, and preexisting conditionsThe role of medical opinions and rationale in complex claimsWhy veterans should work closely with their treating providers and accredited legal professionals when appropriateThis episode is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or medical treatment advice.Learn more about Prestige Veteran Medical Consulting:https://prestigeveteranmctx.com#Veterans #LongCOVID #VADisability #VAClaims #VeteranBenefits #COVID19 #MedicalOpinion #NexusLetter #VeteransHealth #VAClaimHelp
Most people believe their story isn't important.They dismiss it because "it's just my life."But what if that's the very lie keeping you from creating the impact, income, and purpose you were born for?In this powerful solo episode, Kellan Fluckiger explores why people hide the story of their becoming, why comparing pain is one of the greatest obstacles to service, and why your lived experience may be the exact roadmap someone else desperately needs.If you've ever believed your story was too ordinary, too messy, too incomplete, or too small to matter, this episode challenges everything you think you know.Your story was never meant to stay hidden.It was meant to become someone else's map.Key Takeaways:Why most people believe their story doesn't matterThe difference between an autobiography and the story of your becomingWhy familiarity causes us to overlook our own transformationThe danger of minimizing adversityWhy comparing pain keeps people silentThe difference between humility and hidingExtracting meaning from life experiencesTransforming experience into books, coaching, products, and serviceThe spiritual, financial, and personal cost of staying silentHow authenticity creates authorityWhy usefulness matters more than popularityHelping others through your lived experienceCreating purpose, prosperity, and joy through service
Planning a wedding in 2026? This episode is packed with advice every engaged couple should hear.Chris Jacobson sits down with professional wedding photographer Sophie Herber to discuss everything from planning the perfect wedding day timeline to what really happens behind the scenes on one of the biggest days of your life.They also dive into the complete photography process—from the first inquiry to delivering the final gallery—the importance of preserving your memories through printed photographs, and whether hiring a second photographer is worth the investment.Plus, Sophie shares unforgettable wedding stories, expert planning tips, and joins us for a fun rapid-fire round to wrap up the episode.Whether you're planning your own wedding or helping someone else prepare for theirs, this conversation is full of practical advice and insights that can make your big day even more memorable.Topics Covered:Planning a wedding in 2026Wedding day timelinesFrom inquiry to gallery deliveryWhy printed photos still matterThe value of a second photographerWedding photography tipsBehind-the-scenes wedding storiesRapid Fire Round
Build a Brand That Opens Doors Before You Walk Into the RoomWhat makes someone memorable?It's not just a great website.It's not posting every day on social media.And it isn't luck.In this episode of Casa De Confidence, Julie DeLucca-Collins sits down with award-winning public relations strategist and entrepreneur Aquila Mendez-Valdez, founder of Haute in Texas and creator of one of the country's first PR agency franchise models.Together they unpack what it really takes to build authority, become visible, attract ideal clients, and create a business that reflects your values—not someone else's expectations.Whether you're building your first business or growing an established brand, this conversation offers practical advice on personal branding, marketing strategy, confidence, delegation, and creating a business that supports your life instead of consuming it.In This EpisodeThe difference between public relations and marketingWhy every founder needs a personal brandBuilding confidence without comparisonHow to stop chasing external validationCreating a business around your valuesWhy women struggle with visibilityBuilding authority before sellingHow PR creates trust with potential clientsWhy testimonials and case studies matterThe importance of founder visibilityStarting a PR agency while raising young childrenFranchising as a pathway to entrepreneurshipWhy collaboration beats competitionCreating sustainable success without burnout
STRONGER BONES LIFESTYLE: REVERSING THE COURSE OF OSTEOPOROSIS NATURALLY
After performing more than 15,000 joint replacements, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Joshua Schacter realized that surgery alone wasn't enough to restore long-term health.In this conversation, Debi Robinson and Dr. Schacter discuss the limitations of today's healthcare system, why bone health is deeply connected to metabolism, hormones, nutrition, and lifestyle, and how regenerative medicine offers a more comprehensive approach to healthy aging.Together they explore how women can move beyond a diagnosis and become active participants in building stronger bones.What You'll LearnWhy orthopedic surgery isn't always the complete solutionThe connection between metabolism and bone healthWhy osteoporosis is more than a bone diseaseHow muscle, hormones, and nutrition support healthy bonesWhat regenerative medicine meansThe importance of personalized healthcareWhy gut health and hormone balance matterThe role of functional medicine in healthy agingWhy women should advocate for themselves after an osteoporosis diagnosisDebi's Takeaway: Strong bones are built through healthy metabolism, strong muscles, balanced hormones, and daily lifestyle habits. The more you care for your whole body, the stronger your bones can become.Resources & LinksFind Dr. Schacter: https://pinnaclesportsmedicine.com/Debi's Website: https://debirobinson.com Healthy Gut Healthy Bones Program: https://debirobinson.com/healthy-gut-healthy-bones-program-v2/ Join the Community: https://debirobinson.com/the-stronger-bones-lifestyle-community/ Yoga Therapy Masterclass: https://debirobinson.com/yoga-therapy-for-bones-health-mc/ 28-Day Stronger Bones Method: https://debirobinson.com/28-day-stronger-bonesmorning-method/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debirobinsonwellness/ YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerBonesLifestyle
In this episode of Counselor Chat, I'm sharing a reminder that school counselors create impact in ways that are not always immediate, visible, or easy to measure.From a quick student check-in to a meaningful conversation with a teacher, small actions can create ripple effects that travel farther than we may ever realize. You do not have to make a huge splash to make a difference.In this episode, we talk about:Why small, consistent actions matterThe ripple effects counselors create every dayWhy impact is not always measured by data aloneHow students may carry our encouragement longer than we knowWhy continued learning helps us make stronger wavesTakeaway:You are already making waves. Every conversation, check-in, lesson, and moment of encouragement can matter more than you realize.Come Join us at the Summer Counselor Conference.Grab the Show Notes: Counselingessentials.org/podcastJoin Perks Counseling Club Membership and get the lessons, small group and individual counseling materials you need. Join now and get your first month free when you sign up for 3 months!Connect with Carol:TpT StoreCounseling Essentials WebsiteInstagramFacebookElementary School Counselor Exchange Facebook GroupCaught In The Middle School Counselors Facebook GroupHigh School Counselor Connection Facebook Group
Why “Normal” Isn't Always Optimal with Dr. Keith Nichols In Part 1 of this three-part series, Dr. Keith Nichols, Medical Director and CEO of Tier 1 Health & Wellness, deep dives into one of the most misunderstood topics in men's health: testosterone.Dr. Nichols breaks down why testosterone levels have declined over time, how lab reference ranges have shifted, and why many men are told their numbers are “normal” even when they are experiencing symptoms consistent with testosterone deficiency.Dr. Nichols discuss the difference between population-based reference ranges and individual physiology, the importance of free testosterone, the role of SHBG, and why a single lab value should not be the only factor used to determine whether a man is healthy, optimized, or appropriately treated.This episode is about challenging dogma, questioning outdated assumptions, and returning to the evidence.Topics discussed in this episode include:Testosterone levels declining across generationsWhy lab reference ranges have shifted lower over timeThe problem with using one universal testosterone thresholdTotal testosterone vs. free testosteroneHow SHBG affects testosterone availabilityWhy “normal” does not always mean optimalWhy symptoms, history, and clinical context matterThe limitations of current testosterone guidelinesWhy men may be undertreated despite feeling symptomaticThis is Part 1 of a 3-part series: Testosterone: Beliefs vs. Science.Connect with Victory Men's Health:Website: https://www.victorymenshealth.com/Podcast: https://www.victorymenshealth.com/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/victorymenshealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/victorymenshealthAmy Stuttle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amystuttle/Connect with Dr. Keith Nichols and Tier 1 Health & Wellness:Tier 1 Health & Wellness: https://tier1hw.com/Dr. Keith Nichols Bio: https://tier1hw.com/personnel/keith-nichols/Tier 1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tier1healthandwellnessTier 1 Health & Wellness Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tier-1-health-and-wellness-podcast/id1724352005Disclaimer:This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Listening to this episode does not establish a patient-provider relationship with Amy Stuttle, Victory Men's Health, Dr. Keith Nichols, Tier 1 Health & Wellness, or any guest featured on the podcast.Always consult with your own qualified healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication, supplement, hormone therapy, or treatment plan. Individual results may vary, and medical decisions should be made based on your personal health history, symptoms, lab work, risk factors, and an appropriate clinical evaluation.
Send us Fan MailEphesians 5: Wives, Submission, and the Problem of Reading the Bible Too LiterallyOne of the most debated—and most weaponized—chapters in the New Testament is Ephesians 5."Wives, submit to your husbands..."For centuries, those few words have been used to justify unhealthy marriages, reinforce patriarchal power structures, and silence women. But is that actually what the author intended?In this episode, Mark and Jeanne step beneath the surface of the text to explore its historical world, its literary context, and the surprising ways the earliest Christians actually read Scripture.Rather than treating Ephesians as a timeless rulebook, they ask a deeper question:What happens when we read this passage the way its first readers would have?In This EpisodeWhy most critical Bible scholars do not believe Paul wrote EphesiansWhat "Deutero-Pauline" letters are—and why they matterThe difference between evangelical and historical-critical approaches to ScriptureHow ancient Christians learned to read the Bible through allegory rather than literalismWhy Origen believed difficult passages were invitations to look deeperHow Greek philosophy shaped Christian ideas of biblical inspirationAristotle's household code and why Ephesians is responding to itWhy "submit to one another" changes everythingThe Greek word hypotassō and what it actually meansWhy the command to husbands receives far more attention than the command to wivesHow Ephesians simultaneously reflects its ancient culture while moving beyond itWhy this passage is actually more progressive than many people realizeWhat healthy leadership and mutual self-sacrifice look like in modern relationshipsWhy Scripture is best understood as a living tradition rather than a frozen instruction manualBooks MentionedHarperCollins Study BibleOne of the best English-language study Bibles from a historical-critical perspective, with extensive notes, historical context, and references beyond the biblical canon.Sarah Ruden — Paul Among the PeopleAn accessible exploration of Paul within the Greco-Roman world that helps readers understand controversial passages on women, slavery, and culture.N. T. Wright — Paul: A BiographyA readable introduction to Paul's life, theology, and historical context from one of today's leading New Testament scholars.Ancient Voices"The Holy Spirit has arranged that certain stumbling blocks and impossibilities should be found in the literal meaning in order that we might be drawn onward to the spiritual meaning."— Origen"Who is so foolish as to suppose that God actually planted a paradise eastward in Eden...?"— Origen"Do you demand submission from your wife? Then show her the same care that Christ showed the Church."— Gregory of NazianzusFor Text and Rock Poetry, Podcasts, and Video Content or to contact Mark and Eric, visit us at www.textandrock.com. You can find all of social handles here:TEXT AND ROCK SOCIALS.Want to support the show, experience our best creative work, buy one of our books or give an uncommonly better gift or art and heart? Ha! Head to the TEXT AND ROCK DIGITAL PRESS.
Over the last few years, you've probably heard the term food noise everywhere.But while the name may be new, the experience isn't.For years, women have struggled with cravings, emotional eating, constant thoughts about food, and feeling like they're lacking willpower. In this episode, Janell explores why food noise may not actually be about food at all.You'll learn how under-fueling, blood sugar imbalances, nervous system dysregulation, stress, sleep, highly processed foods, and emotional patterns can all contribute to what we call food noise—and why understanding the message behind the symptom is often more powerful than trying to silence it.Instead of asking, "How do I stop thinking about food?" Janell invites you to ask a different question:"What might my body be trying to tell me?"If you've ever felt stuck in a cycle of cravings or emotional eating, this episode will help you approach your body with more curiosity, compassion, and understanding.In This EpisodeWhat food noise actually isPhysical hunger vs. psychological hungerWhy under-eating often increases cravingsThe connection between blood sugar and food thoughtsHow the nervous system influences emotional eatingWhy sleep and circadian rhythm matterThe role of hyper-palatable foodsA balanced conversation about GLP-1 medicationsWhy food noise is information—not failureResources Mentioned
AI is changing how we search, browse, shop, learn and make decisions online. But as AI becomes the new interface to the internet, one big question emerges: will AI break the internet, or make it better?
What if the reason you're exhausted has nothing to do with how hard you're working?In this episode, Tom sits down with Tim Twigg, a follower of Jesus, husband, father, pastor, and entrepreneur, for a conversation about drift, rest, identity, and building something that truly matters.Together they talk about:Why drifting is our natural default and how to battle itThe power of choosing to praise God in a hospital bathroom even while his wife and daughter both fought for their livesExhaustion is often a sign of misalignment, and the one question to expose itHow two rabbits can inspire us to fight the temptation to chase after things that don't matterThe importance of finding identity outside of what we produceThis conversation will challenge you to stop drifting and start making the intentional decisions that lead to living a meaningful life.The Giving Life Podcast: Conversations about being a man whose life in Christ gives life to others.Watch the video version on YouTube - https://youtu.be/WsCWihtzcDQMore info about Restoration Generation - www.resgen.org
Each summer, Ross hosts a Mental Health Education Institute at UCLA to help schools normalize mental health. The Institute helps schools create a common language for mental health, provides curriculum for mental health literacy and healthy relationships and gives teachers guidelines on how to use lived experiences in the classroom. Participants from the Institute report a high level of success in changing mental health in their schools. The in person Institute is July 13-14 and the virtual Institute is July 15-16.--This episode explores the mental health skills schools never taught us and why so many young people are struggling because of it.From academic pressure and anxiety to relationships, identity, burnout, and emotional regulation, we talk about the growing need for mental health education in schools and how early conversations can change lives.In this episode of Normalize The Conversation, I sit down with Ross Szabo, a mental health advocate, educator, and founding faculty member at Geffen Academy at UCLA. Ross shares how his own struggles with depression, self-hatred, and a suicide attempt in high school led him to dedicate his life to changing the way schools approach mental health.Together, we discuss:Why students are overwhelmed and emotionally exhaustedThe pressure teens face around grades, college, and successHow schools can normalize mental health conversationsWhy coping skills and emotional education matterThe role teachers play in helping students feel seenHealthy relationships, communication, and boundariesHow connection and community protect mental healthThe difference between prevention and crisis interventionWe also explore how schools can integrate mental health into everyday learning without turning classrooms into therapy sessions. Ross explains how simple shifts — like teaching emotional awareness, communication skills, and self-check-ins — can help students feel less alone and more prepared for real life.This conversation is for students, parents, teachers, young adults, and anyone who has ever thought: “Why did no one teach me how to navigate this?”If you've ever struggled with anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or feeling overwhelmed by life transitions, this episode will remind you that emotional skills are just as important as academic success.If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who needed these conversations growing up or someone helping build them now. Follow Normalize The Conversation for more honest conversations around mental health, healing, relationships, and emotional well-being.
From the slopes to STOKD! In our first-ever on-location episode, we sit down with Tony, co-founder of STOKD Kitchen, to talk about the path that led him to entrepreneurship. From growing up around restaurants to working as a snowboarding instructor, river guide, hospitality leader, and marketer before launching his own business, Tony shares the story behind STOKD Kitchen. We discuss the lessons he's learned building a brand, and why creating genuine connections in your community can be more powerful than any marketing tactic.Join us for a conversation about: The journey from the slopes to STOKD KitchenHow STOKD built a loyal community around its brandWhy word-of-mouth, customer reviews, and user-generated content matterThe role of social media and micro-influencers in growing a local businessWhy authentic content often outperforms highly polished marketingHow AI is changing marketing and content creationStarting a business without a huge budgetWorking through fear, uncertainty, and the challenges of entrepreneurshipWhether you're building a business, growing a personal brand, or thinking about taking the leap into entrepreneurship, Tony's story is packed with practical insights and lessons learned along the way.Learn more about STOKD Kitchen: https://stokdkitchen.com/If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who's building something of their own.
Some kids are picky eaters, but when does it become something more?Feeding challenges can feel overwhelming for families, especially when mealtimes become stressful, food choices become extremely limited, or concerns about nutrition start to grow. That's why I was excited to welcome feeding specialist Margaryta Kuzmin to the podcast. Together, we unpacked the difference between typical picky eating and pediatric feeding disorders, and why early support can make such a meaningful difference.Margaryta shares the developmental reasons many children go through selective eating phases, along with important red flags that may signal a deeper concern. We also explore why feeding difficulties are rarely about food alone. Medical, nutritional, motor, sensory, and social factors can all play a role. I especially loved our discussion about how providers can approach these conversations with families in a supportive, compassionate way.Whether you're a speech-language pathologist, BCBA, educator, or parent, this conversation highlights the power of collaboration and why feeding concerns deserve attention early on.#autism #speechtherapyWhat's Inside:The difference between picky eating and pediatric feeding disordersCommon feeding red flags that professionals and parents should watch forWhy medical, nutritional, sensory, and motor factors all matterThe professionals who make up a strong feeding team and how they work togetherMentioned In This Episode:Feeding MattersKuzmin SLPMargaryta Kuzmin on InstagramEarn CEUs with a community of peers. Join the ABA Speech ConnectionABA Speech: Home
Send us Fan MailWhat if your subtitles could whisper or shout, just like the person speaking? That's exactly what Frederik Merkel (aka Freddi) is building. We met Freddi at South by Southwest and were instantly blown away by his startup, Phont, which is developing expressive caption technology that analyzes audio and translates it into dynamic, emotionally-expressive subtitles. Think kinetic type but automated, accessible, and built for real content.In this episode, we dig into the full story: how Freddi went from finishing a master's thesis in type design to co-founding a startup with no business experience and what it really takes to go from concept to product. We also get deep into the neuroscience side of things: synesthesia, aphantasia, the Ira Glass gap, and how understanding different brains perceive the world shaped Freddi's research from the very beginning.All that and more when you listen to this episode:How Freddi's master's thesis became a startup ideaWhat expressive captions are and why they matterThe transition from type designer to co-founderHow Phont navigated public funding in GermanyBuilding demos without a parametric font (yet)The Phont Adobe plugin that's coming soonSynesthesia research and how it shaped the font design processHow to support or pilot Phont right nowConnect with Frederik MerkelPhont: https://phont.ai/ Phont on IG: https://www.instagram.com/phont.official/ Freddi on IG: https://www.instagram.com/freddimerkuri/ Freddi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frederik-merkel-design/ Mentioned in this episode:Phont: https://phont.ai/Michael Havakamp - Synesthetic DesignMelanie Scheer - AphantasiaOHno Type CompanyConnect with Katie & Ilana from GoodtypeGoodtype WebsiteGoodtype on InstagramGoodtype on YoutubeWe wrote a book! Grab a copy and sign up to access the audiobook when we release it!Love The Typecast and free stuff? Leave a review, and send a screenshot of it to us on Slack. Each month we pick a random reviewer to win a Goodtype Goodie! Goodies include merch, courses and Kernference tickets!Leave us a review on Apple PodcastsSubscribe to the showTag us on Instagram @GoodtypeFollow us on Tiktok @lovegoodtypeLearn from Katie and IlanaGrab your tea, coffee, or drink of choice, kick back, and let's get down to business!
Could Hashimoto's be the missing root cause behind your thyroid symptoms?If you have been told your thyroid labs are “fine,” or you are taking thyroid medication but still feel exhausted, foggy, inflamed, or not like yourself, this conversation will help you understand what may be happening underneath the surface. Hashimoto's is not just a thyroid problem. It is an immune system condition that can keep attacking the thyroid when the deeper triggers are never addressed.Inna Topiler, CNS, MS, is a Certified Nutrition Specialist who has navigated her own Hashimoto's journey for over 25 years. She is the host of Thyroid Mystery Solved: Hashimoto's and Hypothyroidism Revealed, and the creator of Thyroid Love, a 26-nutrient supplement formulated specifically for thyroid autoimmunity.In this conversation with Dr. Shivani Gupta, Inna explains the immune confusion behind Hashimoto's, why thyroid medication alone does not calm the immune attack, and what it really takes to support thyroid health at the root.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why levothyroxine supports the thyroid but does not address the immune attack causing the damage?How to ask for a real full thyroid panel, and why TPO and TG antibodies matterThe four root cause buckets behind immune confusion: food, infections, toxins, and stressWhy gluten can trigger an immune attack on the thyroid through molecular mimicryThe truth about iodine supplementation with Hashimoto's, and why it often makes things worseHow selenium and inositol support thyroid hormone balance and immune regulationWhy zinc deficiency can be generational and how high copper compounds the problemWhat a thyroid supplement designed for autoimmunity should and should not includeThe Inflammation Codehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/140199699X?tag=usalinktagdefault-20&th=1&psc=1&geniuslink=trueFusionary Formulas SupplementsUse code CODE15 for 15% off your first orderhttps://fusionaryformulas.com/?utm_source=Show+Notes&utm_medium=Show+notes+&utm_campaign=Podcast+promo&utm_id=The+Inflammation+Code+Podcast7-Day Inflammation Detox Challengehttps://www.7dayinflammationdetox.com/Work with Dr. Shivani / Free Discovery Callhttps://shivanigupta.com/
Episode 076: What if we could help young women discover their identity, confidence, and worth before insecurity, wounds, and unhealthy patterns become deeply rooted? In this episode, I'm joined by Chantal Howard, Catholic wife, mother of 7, coach, and founder of Catholic Finishing School. She helps Catholic women heal interior wounds and live integrated, peaceful, and fruitful lives through a blend of faith, psychology, and practical formation. Drawing from her own journey through marriage, motherhood, and healing, her work bridges timeless Catholic wisdom with the realities women face today.Together, we explore:Why authentic femininity requires both formation and freedomThe challenges young women face in today's digital cultureFriendship wounds, insecurity, and the fear of adulthoodWhy practical life skills still matterThe difference between knowing the faith and embodying itHow suffering and failure can become places of transformationWhy small, faithful steps often lead to profound changeThe beauty of helping young women understand their dignity before the world defines it for themWhere to contact Chantal:chantal-howard.comCatholicfinishingschool.com
In a world filled with fear, anxiety, division, and uncertainty, where can people find lasting peace, spiritual clarity, and hope for the future?In this powerful inspirational episode, Reginald D sits down with internationally known speaker, Bible teacher, author, TV producer, radio host, and founder of White Horse Media, Pastor Steve Wohlberg. With more than 50 books published and appearances on hundreds of radio and television programs, Steve has dedicated his life to helping people understand faith, Bible prophecy, spiritual truth, and God's purpose for their lives.Steve shares his remarkable journey from growing up in a secular Jewish home near Hollywood, becoming immersed in a destructive lifestyle as a teenager, and ultimately experiencing a life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ that transformed everything.In this motivational and inspirational conversation, Steve discusses:His powerful conversion story and personal faith journeyOvercoming spiritual darkness, depression, and personal strugglesThe role of prayer and the Holy Spirit in daily lifeWhy faith is essential during uncertain timesUnderstanding Bible prophecy and current world eventsThe importance of spiritual discipline and daily habitsHow Scripture provides strength during life's challengesFinding peace in a world filled with fear and anxietyWhy spiritual clarity comes through surrender and humilityWhat Christians often misunderstand about prophecy and end timesSteve also shares practical insights about how God's promises helped him overcome fear, emotional struggles, and seasons of doubt, while providing encouragement for anyone seeking a deeper relationship with God.Whether you're facing uncertainty, searching for spiritual direction, battling anxiety, or looking to strengthen your faith, this episode offers a powerful inspirational story, self-improvement principles, faith and motivation strategies, and biblical wisdom for navigating today's world.Steve Wohlberg explains why faith is not merely a religious concept but a practical foundation for navigating life's difficulties. Through Scripture, prayer, daily habits, and a deeper connection with God, people can find hope, clarity, purpose, and strength regardless of their circumstances.Listeners will learn:How to overcome fear through faithWhy daily spiritual habits matterThe role of the Holy Spirit in personal growthHow Bible prophecy relates to current eventsWhy God's promises remain relevant todayHow spiritual discipline creates peace and clarityPress play now to hear this powerful motivational and inspirational conversation and discover how faith, Scripture, and spiritual discipline can help you find peace, purpose, and hope in uncertain times.Steve's Contact Information:White Horse Media Website: https://www.whitehorsemedia.comFacebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/stevewohlbergWhite Horse X Page: https://www.x.com/whitehorse7YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@whitehorsemediaSend us Fan MailSupport the showFor daily motivation and inspiration, subscribe and follow Real Talk With Reginald D on social media:Instagram: realtalkwithreginaldd TikTok: @realtalkregd Youtube: @realtalkwithreginald Website: https://www.realtalkwithreginaldd.com Real Talk With Reginald D - MerchandiseReal Talk With Reginald D is a faith-based globally ranked inspirational and motivational podcast designed to motivate, empower & transform lives through powerful motivational speeches, authentic conversations, and real-life inspirational stories. Each episode delivers motivational and inspirational coaching focused on self improvement, leadership, healing, resilience & purpose. Rooted in faith and motivation, this Christian-based platform blends practical growth strategies with biblical wisdom, helping listeners strengthen their mindset, deepen their faith, and walk boldly in their calling. Check out Reginald D's powerful motivational speeches today!`
The Amarna Letters: Love, War & Diplomacy in the Bronze Age World | Eric ClineWhat can 3,400-year-old diplomatic letters teach us about international politics, trade, misinformation, and human nature?Archaeologist and historian Eric Cline reveals the extraordinary story of the Amarna Letters: hundreds of clay tablets that uncovered a thriving, interconnected Bronze Age world. From royal marriages and diplomatic rivalries to trade networks, proxy wars, and political intrigue, these ancient letters offer a rare window into life before the collapse of the Late Bronze Age.If you're fascinated by ancient history, Egypt, the Bronze Age, archaeology, diplomacy, or the origins of globalization, this episode will transform how you think about the ancient world, and its surprising similarities to our own.KEY TOPICS COVEREDWhat the Amarna Letters are and why they matterThe discovery of the tablets in EgyptAkhenaten, Amenhotep III, and Bronze Age diplomacyInternational trade and globalization in the ancient worldRoyal marriages, gifts, and political alliancesHow historians deciphered the Amarna archiveThe Late Bronze Age international systemProxy wars, misinformation, and political intrigueWhy the Bronze Age feels surprisingly modernWhat the letters reveal about human natureThe world before the Bronze Age CollapseTIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction & the discovery of the Amarna Letters01:48 Why Eric Cline wrote this book03:00 How the tablets were found in Egypt05:06 The archive of Akhenaten & Amenhotep III09:07 Why the letters changed ancient history11:15 Akhenaten and the Bronze Age world12:39 The Late Bronze Age international network14:24 A prosperous world before collapse16:28 Deciphering the tablets18:18 Surprising insights from the letters20:54 Proxy wars & Bronze Age politics23:24 The reality behind royal correspondence28:00 Diplomacy, trade & international relations33:03 Why the Bronze Age still matters today35:08 Human nature across 3,000 years37:22 Final thoughts & closingIf you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe for more deep dives into ancient history, archaeology, Egypt, Greece, Rome, and the civilizations that shaped our world.Comment below: What surprised you most about the Amarna Letters? Do you think the Bronze Age world was more connected than most people realize?LINKS
Robinhood just launched agentic trading -- an AI that can execute stock trades and purchases on your behalf using criteria you set in advance. There's also a new agentic credit card that can shop for you automatically. Joe and Anna dig into why handing execution over to a machine is fundamentally different from using AI as a thinking partner -- and why the people most excited about AI agents for their money are often the same people who would never trust a human advisor with it.What You'll Walk Away WithWhy the psychology of trusting AI with money while distrusting human advisors doesn't hold up -- and what's actually driving itThe difference between using AI to expand your thinking and using it to execute decisions -- and why only one of those is dangerousHow AI agents eliminate the friction that protects you from your own worst financial impulses -- and why that's exactly how consumer debt gets worseJoe's four-question framework for knowing when an AI agent is actually helping versus when it's just automating overspendingWhy Doug's experience building computer systems made him more skeptical of AI agents, not less -- and what changedThe debt sequencer framework from OG and Anna: how to rank every debt by interest rate, add an honest emotional layer, and decide where the next dollar actually goesWhy the debt snowball versus avalanche debate has a cleaner answer than most people think -- and when the math genuinely doesn't matterThe one thing that happens to almost every client's bonus money if they don't have a pre-decided allocation plan -- and how to fix it before the money arrivesWhy paying off a 3% mortgage might be the right call even when the spreadsheet says it isn't -- and the taxes-and-insurance math that makes the house payment conversation more complicated than it looksWhy the Stacking Benjamins guides now have an AI component that only draws from the guide itself -- and why it tells you when it doesn't know somethingWhy This Matters NowEvery time a company makes it easier to spend or trade without thinking, it's not because they want you to make better decisions. Understanding where AI genuinely helps -- thinking, organizing, comparing -- versus where it hurts -- executing, spending, trading -- is one of the most important financial literacy questions of the next decade.From the BasementJoe and Anna dig into Robinhood's new agentic trading and credit card features and work out where the line between useful and dangerous actually sits. OG and Anna follow with the debt sequencer -- a framework for ranking every debt you have and deciding where the next dollar goes, with room for both math and emotion. Doug arrives with kite-flying trivia that connects to one of the most famous names in American history. Anna is back without OG, which Doug predicts will produce the highest ratings in show history.Resources MentionedCNBC -- "Your AI agent can now trade for you on Robinhood and buy stuff with your credit card, too"; linked at stackingbenjamins.comThe College Investor with Robert Farrington -- referenced for prior deep dive on AI financial advice accuracyStacking Benjamins Guides -- college planning, tax planning, and HR benefits guides with new AI component; stackingbenjamins.com/guidesStacking Benjamins Basics Guide -- season one and season two workbooks free at stackingbenjamins.com/basicsguideStacking Benjamins Scorecard -- stackingbenjamins.com/scorecardStacking Benjamins Newsletter (The 201) -- stackingbenjamins.com/201Field Kit Finance -- fieldkitfinance.comStacking Benjamins BAD Groups -- stackingbenjamins.com/badStacking Benjamins Community -- stackingbenjamins.com/basementSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
CheckoutThe God Centered Concept Academy Training Community to learn what growth in Christ ishttps://api.tuvu.com/redirectGroup/6a2ac0e2c9f728027338244cCheck out this link to view Kingdom Cross Roads on TV.https://jesussaid.tv/?affiliate=tswright_gccTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.In this episode of Kingdom Crossroads, TS Wright welcomes Matthew Mark McWhorter, author of Canon Crossfire, for a thoughtful conversation about faith, Scripture, evidence, and the formation of the biblical canon.Matthew shares how his journey began not in church, but through a personal crisis. After facing cancer and surviving a massive “widow maker” heart attack, he began reading the Bible seriously for the first time. As someone trained as a lawyer, Matthew approached Scripture through investigation, evidence, and comparison—reading across multiple Bible translations and Christian traditions.The conversation explores Matthew's path from skepticism to faith, including how books like The Case for Christ and Evidence That Demands a Verdict helped him examine whether Christianity is true. Matthew explains why he believes Christians must be grounded not only in the goodness of Christianity, but in the truth of Christianity.TS and Matthew also discuss Matthew's book, Canon Crossfire, which addresses questions surrounding the Old Testament canon, the differences between Protestant, Catholic, Orthodox, Ethiopian, and other biblical traditions, and why simplistic answers about the canon can create problems when examined historically.A major theme of the episode is the importance of honest investigation. Matthew encourages believers, students, pastors, and scholars to look carefully at the evidence, especially when discussing disputed books such as 2 Maccabees and the broader historical development of the Bible.In This EpisodeTS and Matthew discuss:Matthew's personal testimony and health crisisHow reading the Bible changed his lifeWhy Christianity's truth claims matterThe role of apologetics in strengthening faithThe historical complexity of the biblical canonDifferences among Protestant, Catholic, Orthodox, Ethiopian, and Syriac canonsAthanasius and the early recognition of the New Testament writingsWhy Christians should avoid shallow answers when defending ScriptureMatthew's book Canon CrossfireWhere listeners can find Matthew's workGuest ResourceLearn more about Matthew Mark McWhorter and his book at:CanonCrossfire.comMatthew also mentions that his book is available in multiple formats, including print, ebook, audiobook, large print, and free copies for seminarians.Mentioned in this episode:TUVU - God Centered Concept Academy
Spiritual Gifts: Using Motivational GiftsWhen She Serves PodcastHost: Brenda LeavenworthGuests: Krista Fox & Christy DuffIn this episode of the When She Serves Podcast, Brenda Leavenworth is joined by Krista Fox and Christy Duff for a practical and biblical conversation about motivational gifts and how God uniquely equips His people to serve the Body of Christ.Drawing from Romans 12 and the broader biblical teaching on spiritual gifts, the discussion explores how understanding our God-given motivations can help us serve more effectively, build healthier ministry teams, and grow in our calling. The conversation encourages listeners to identify their spiritual gifts, embrace the unique ways God has wired them, and use those gifts faithfully in ministry and everyday life.Whether you're serving in church leadership, volunteering behind the scenes, or simply seeking greater clarity about your purpose, this episode offers encouragement and practical insight for discovering and using your spiritual gifts.What motivational gifts are and why they matterThe difference between gifting, personality, and callingHow spiritual gifts strengthen the Body of ChristRecognizing the ways God has uniquely wired youCommon challenges that arise when we misunderstand our giftsLearning to appreciate and collaborate with people who are gifted differentlyPractical ways to begin serving within your areas of giftingEncouragement for women serving in ministry and leadership✨ God has uniquely gifted every believer for service.✨ Understanding your motivational gifts can bring clarity to your calling and ministry role.✨ Healthy ministry teams thrive when diverse gifts work together rather than compete.✨ Spiritual gifts are intended to build up others and glorify God.✨ Discovering your gifts often happens through serving, community, and spiritual growth.Romans 12:3–81 Corinthians 12Ephesians 4:11–161 Peter 4:10–11When She Serves PodcastWhen She Serves Conference & Ministry ResourcesKrista Fox serves alongside the When She Serves ministry team and is passionate about equipping women for effective ministry leadership through biblical teaching, discipleship, and practical ministry training.Christy Duff brings years of ministry experience and a heart for encouraging women to discover their God-given purpose, gifts, and calling within the local church and beyond.For additional podcast episodes, conference information, resources, and encouragement for women in ministry, visit:When She ServesIf this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who is seeking to better understand and use her spiritual gifts in service to Christ.Episode SummaryIn This EpisodeKey TakeawaysScripture ReferencesResources & LinksAbout the GuestsKrista FoxChristy DuffConnect with When She Serves00:00 Stop Striving Solo00:35 Show Intro And Series Setup01:52 Why Motivational Gifts Matter04:06 Romans 12 Gifts Overview06:10 Gift Of Prophecy Explained08:35 Where Prophecy Shows Up11:24 Gift Of Serving And Martha14:25 Gift Of Teaching And Training18:22 Gift Of Exhortation In Love22:29 Truth in Love23:46 Gift of Giving24:58 Spirit Led Generosity28:59 Leadership and Administration31:08 Compassion and Mercy35:06 Every Role Matters38:45 Helps and Closing ChargeConnectWhensheserves.comFacebook GroupInstagram
Send us Fan MailYou asked for it, and we're delivering it: a deep dive into NASA Time Trials with Darek Koman from NASA Great Lakes.In this episode of Late To Grid, Darek joins us in the Atomic Autosports studio to talk about his motorsports journey from HPDE, autocross, and track days into NASA Time Trials and wheel-to-wheel Super Touring competition. If you've ever wondered how to move from simply turning laps to competing against the clock, this one is for you.We dig into why Time Trials is such a powerful stepping stone in motorsports, especially for drivers who want competition without immediately jumping into a fully caged race car. Darek shares how he uses track time to experiment with tire pressures, dampers, sway bars, alignment, driving lines, data, and the all-important “butt dyno.” Yes, it's technical. Yes, it's useful. And yes, your car may still decide the differential is no longer interested in differential-ing.This episode covers:How Darek got started through NASA HPDE and Time TrialsWhy Time Trials is a smart bridge between track days and wheel-to-wheel racingHow to use data to understand where you are gaining or losing timeWhy tire temperatures, setup notes, and weather conditions matterThe value of using every session you paid forWhy rain sessions are some of the best car-control training availableThe community side of grassroots motorsports and NASA Great LakesHow a street car can evolve into a serious track or race carWhether you are new to HPDE, chasing faster lap times in Time Trials, building a track car, or considering your next step in grassroots racing, this episode is packed with practical advice from someone who has lived the progression.Want faster laps and fewer headaches at the track? Atomic Autosports helps grassroots racers go from “I hope this works” to “I know this works.” From alignment and suspension tuning to track-day prep, Atomic Autosports is here to help you drive smarter, safer, and quicker. If you're ready to stop guessing and start progressing, learn more at atomicautosports.http://www.atomicautosports.comcom If you're serious about getting faster, start at AtomicAutosports.com where you can find guides, information, and even connect with us to make sure that your motorsports journey stays on track. You know me as the host of Late To Grid, but my biggest shift wasn't on the track, it was leaving corporate life to own a Rad Air location. It gave me the freedom to turn my passion for cars into a career and actually get to the track more often. Ready to own your future? Visit radairfranchise.com and let's get you living life in the fast lane.Thanks for listening and taking an interest in growing grassroots racing. The Late To Grid podcast shares the stories and inspiration that help listeners along their motorsports journey. Find all episodes on the Atomic Autosports website.
She was 12 hours into labor when a nurse walked in carrying a tablet - and a judge appeared on the screen to decide what would happen to her body.This isn't a social media horror story. This happened in Florida, in 2026, to a woman who was not only informed - she was a doula. She had a prior C-section complicated by a dangerous hemorrhage. Refusing another surgery wasn't a whim. It was a medical decision she had every right to make.And a judge overruled her anyway.In this episode, we're getting into all of it: what your rights actually are, where they get murky, and the three things I want you to do before you ever go into labor - because when you're in labor, your job is to labor.In this episode:What actually happened in Florida - and why the details matterThe difference between informed refusal and an unsafe one (these are not the same thing)Why "rights on paper" and what happens at 3 AM in a hospital room aren't always the sameWhy I call it a birth map, not a birth plan - and why this story is why I prefer a map over a planThe three things to do before labor Why the advocacy piece is non-negotiable, especially for Black women, who are far more likely to have their pain, rights, and refusals dismissedThe one question that is one of the most powerful things you can say in a hospital roomThis episode is not about walking in braced for a fight. It's about walking in prepared, calm, confident, and educated.Resources mentioned:Calm and Confident Birth Course & Birth Bundle - understand your rights, your body, and your options before you walk inFlorida needs to change those laws. And until it does, the best thing you can do is prepare. Let's get you there.Helpful Timestamps:00:00 Judge In The Delivery Room02:10 What Happened In Florida03:55 Informed Consent And Refusal05:30 Why Rights Get Murky06:04 Birth Map vs Birth Plan07:03 Getting Prepared Before Labor09:38 Bring Your Support Team10:35 Birth AdvocacyJoin The Calm Labor Birth Bundle - everything you need from bump to baby! Use code POD50 for $50 off!Over 15k mamas have used our classes to prepare for a birth that they love
If you've ever stared at a shrinking salmon season and wondered who decides this stuff—and why—this episode is for you. Jamie sits down with Gabe Miller, longtime fishing buyer and 14-year member of the Puget Sound Sport Fishing Advisory Group, to pull back the curtain on North of Falcon, the models behind your seasons, and the one 30-second habit that could actually help. You'll walk away understanding the system better than 99% of anglers out there.Episode Overview:How North of Falcon, the feds, the tribes, and Canada all have to line up before your inside seasons get setWhy the $3 billion economic value of WA sport fishing keeps getting ignoredWhat VTRs are and how filling them out honestly protects future seasonsWhy "don't tell the fish checker anything" is quietly hurting all of usHow the advisory group really works—and why those hallway relationships matterThe real bottleneck in the whole season-setting process (it's not what you'd think)Timestamps: 00:00 – Meet Gabe Miller & his PNW fishing background 00:02 – The serendipitous path to becoming a fishing buyer 00:05 – The $3 billion sport fishing economy nobody credits 00:11 – How losing steelhead opportunity pulled him into advocacy 00:12 – ESA, Hood Canal & how salmon stocks get managed 00:18 – Getting involved: joining the advisory group 00:24 – What VTRs are and why they matter 00:29 – The 30-second habit that protects your season 00:31 – Inside the Puget Sound Sport Fishing Advisory Group 00:38 – How the North of Falcon process actually works 00:41 – The real bottleneck: timing 00:44 – Gabe's epic fishing story with his sonKey Takeaways:WA sport fishing drives $3 billion, 17,000 jobs, and $275M in tax revenue—and rarely gets credit for it.Telling the fish checker "I caught nothing" feels clever but sabotages next year's season.Filling out a VTR honestly takes 30 seconds and genuinely helps the department manage seasons.The advisory group carries no formal weight, but the relationships built there move the needle.The biggest problem with season-setting isn't the science—it's the compressed last-minute timing.Getting involved beats complaining online every single time.Resources & Links:WDFW Fishing Regulations: https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/regulationsNorth of Falcon process info: https://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/management/north-falconPacific Fishery Management Council: https://www.pcouncil.orgVTR Form https://str.wdfw-fish.us/home FREE Salmon Training: https://anglersunlimited.co/3-essential-luresJoin the Gold waitlist: https://anglersunlimited.co/goldWant the full structured learning experience? Join the waitlist for Anglers Unlimited Gold membership at https://anglersunlimited.co/goldAbout the Podcast: Fishing for a Reason is the Pacific Northwest saltwater fishing education podcast for new anglers and families who want to catch more salmon, halibut, lingcod, shrimp and crab in Washington waters. Hosted by Jamie & Scott Propst from Anglers Unlimited, each episode delivers practical techniques, local knowledge, and expert insights to help you get off the couch and into the fish. Perfect for relocated professionals, military families, and boaters who are just getting into fishing.
Rice fields aren't just agricultural landscapes — they're one of the most important waterfowl habitats in North America.In this episode, host Dr. Jerad Henson is joined by Dr. Ryan Askren of Five Oaks Ag Research & Education Center and Patrick Dill, Ducks Unlimited's Manager of Agricultural Programs in the Mississippi Alluvial Valley (MAV), to break down the science, management, and real‑world decisions behind rice agriculture and waterfowl habitat.From energy-rich food resources to water management and farming practices, the group explains why rice fields have become a cornerstone of wintering habitat — and what's at risk as modern agriculture continues to evolve.In this episode, listeners will hear about:The history of rice agriculture and its connection to waterfowlWhy rice fields function as “surrogate wetlands” in the MAVDuck Energy Days explained and why they matterThe massive difference between harvested vs. unharvested rice fieldsHow modern harvesting techniques affect food availabilityResidue management (burning, rolling, disking) and its impact on ducksWhy water depth (2–8 inches) is critical for feeding waterfowlThe importance of invertebrates and diverse food sources in rice fieldsHow infrastructure (levees, impoundments) helps hold water on the landscapeThe role of geese, weather, and timing in food depletionWhy early flooding and late-season water retention matterHow pressure, disturbance, and refuge areas affect duck behaviorThe realities of farming decisions: input costs, markets, and water scarcityEmerging trends in rice production (row rice, AWD irrigation, ratoon crops)Habitat loss risks when rice acres shift to other cropsPractical tips for managing rice fields specifically for waterfowlThis episode connects agriculture and conservation in a way that shows how farm-level decisions directly influence continental duck populations.Listen now: www.ducks.org/DUPodcastSend feedback: DUPodcast@ducks.orgSPONSORS:Purina Pro Plan: The official performance dog food of Ducks UnlimitedWhether you're a seasoned hunter or just getting started, this episode is packed with valuable insights into the world of waterfowl hunting and conservation.Bird Dog Whiskey and Cocktails:Whether you're winding down with your best friend, or celebrating with your favorite crew, Bird Dog brings award-winning flavor to every moment. Enjoy responsibly.
In this minisode, Jen talks about the very real shift that happens when school gets out, summer begins, and suddenly motherhood, wedding season, and business all collide at once. As a mom with kids home for summer and a floral business to run, Jen shares how she is approaching this season differently—and why summer does not have to feel like survival mode.This episode is all about creating more peace, more structure, more support, and more intention so that summer can feel less like chaos and more like something you can actually enjoy. Jen shares practical strategies for florist moms who want to stop just getting through summer and start creating a version of it that feels calmer, simpler, and more aligned.In this episode, Jen talks about:Why summer asks more of you as a mom and as a business ownerWhy summer may need a completely different operating system than springWhat success could look like in this seasonHow structure and family rhythms create more peaceWhy it is okay to lower your standards on things that do not matterThe importance of asking for and accepting more supportHow to protect your energy before you are completely friedWhy feeling stretched does not mean you are failingHow to be more intentional about joy during summerWhy thriving often comes from subtraction, not additionKey takeawaySummer does not have to feel like drowning. You can build more support, more structure, and more peace into this season—and create a summer that feels better for you, your family, and your business.
What if the reason you feel stuck isn't because you need more time… but because your time is divided across too many things?In this episode, I'm sharing the story of Jackie—a former middle school teacher turned business owner—who went from living by a structured bell schedule to feeling scattered, busy, and unclear in her business. But once she stopped throwing spaghetti at the wall and started aligning her time with ONE clear focus, everything started to shift.Here's what we cover in this episode:Why freedom without structure often creates drift instead of fruitfulnessThe difference between being busy and being aligned as a CEOHow divided attention weakens momentumWhy focused seasons and protected work blocks matterThe hidden peace that comes from clarity and consistent follow-throughIf you're heading into summer already feeling scattered, this episode will help you identify what actually deserves your focus in this season—and how to steward your time with greater intention.Ready for the structure and support to stay focused this summer? Join us inside CEO Focus at redeemhertime.com/focusYOU. HAVE. TIME. LissaP.S. If you're tired of feeling busy but not seeing results, I created a private audio experience called Busy to CEO: The Time Scaling Experience.I'll walk you through why traditional time management is actually keeping you stuck—and how to replace it with what works to start getting real results from the time you already have.Start listening to the CEO Time Scaling Experience: https://redeemhertime.com/scaleP.S. If you're tired of feeling busy but not seeing results, I created a private audio experience called Busy to CEO: The Time Scaling Experience.I'll walk you through why traditional time management is actually keeping you stuck—and how to replace it with what works to start getting real results from the time you already have.Start listening to the CEO Time Scaling Experience: https://redeemhertime.com/scale
College sports is changing fast. NIL, social media, transfer rules, donor money, brand deals, and youth sports are now connected in ways that did not exist a few years ago.Eric Kasimov talks with Brent Wall, co-founder and CEO of Student Athlete Score, about athlete branding, NIL data, and why personal brand is becoming part of the athlete journey earlier than ever.Topics covered:What Student Athlete Score does for schools, athletes, and brandsWhy NIL still feels like a new Wild WestHow local businesses can work with student-athletesWhy follower counts, engagement, and fake followers all matterThe pressure on young athletes to build a personal brandHow the transfer portal is reshaping recruitingWhy Olympic sports and non-revenue sports face hard questionsWhat athletes can build beyond their playing careersChapters00:00 — Sports towns, fandom, and life around Michigan athletics01:50 — The professionalization of sports at every level03:00 — Why young athletes now have to think about personal brand04:39 — Social media cleanup, exposure, and the pressure on kids06:32 — What Student Athlete Score does07:56 — Measuring athlete value on social media08:35 — How universities use the platform10:05 — AI, discovery, and local brand deals11:39 — NIL education, taxes, and athlete responsibility13:36 — The old Wild West of NIL and the new one15:59 — Compliance, NIL Go, and the fight around regulation16:22 — Eligibility, the five-and-five rule, and college sports consistency19:35 — Tournament expansion, TV money, sports betting, and more games23:00 — What happens to tennis, Olympic sports, and non-revenue programs26:17 — Donor fatigue and the need for NIL ROI29:41 — Why money does not guarantee winning31:19 — The transfer portal and mid-major programs as proving grounds36:00 — International athletes, age gaps, and roster pressure38:49 — Olympic athletes, NIL, and personal brand gaps40:28 — Bots, fake followers, and better data42:31 — Why athlete interests matter to brands43:31 — Building a platform for life after sports44:11 — Youth sports, high school athletes, and brand education46:21 — NIL as a sales and marketing education47:21 — Team dinners, micro-influencers, and local business value50:40 — How Student Athlete Score grew with universities51:26 — New commercial roles inside athletic departments52:57 — Where to find Brent Wall and Student Athlete ScoreConnect with Brent Wall | Student Athlete Score:StudentAthleteScore.comInstagram: @studentathletescore Brent on LinkedIn Connect with Eric & SportsEpreneur:SportsEpreneur.com | X | LinkedInEric on LinkedIn | XRelated SportsEpreneur posts:Youth Sports Has Become a Full-Time Job for Parents | Dave Yoo of Onsides High School Athletes and NIL: The Future of Youth Sports The Real Cost of Youth Sports in 2026 NIL Hub | SportsEpreneur's NIL News, Insights & Resources