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Wellness + Wisdom: Liberated Life Series | Episode 731 Wellness + Wisdom Podcast Host, Josh Trent, and the Liberated Life Series Co-Host, Mar, delve into the profound impact of self-talk, the power of language in shaping our mental states, and the most common disempowering phrases that everyone uses on a daily basis. Join The Liberated Life Tribe We ALL have problems. Stop hiding. Start living life liberated. Learn how to set yourself free from self-sabotage, limiting beliefs, thoughts + behaviors so you will have lifelong confidence + clarity of purpose through a thriving community + practical tools, guiding you to play a new reality game. Discover lifelong confidence, clarity, and a true sense of purpose with practical tools and a supportive community. 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Save 20% with "JOSH20" Listen To Episode 731 As Josh Trent Uncovers: [00:00] The Power of Self-Talk The words we use are described as 'spells' and 'little prayers' that impact our mental state The narrative about pain can keep us stuck (e.g., saying 'I'm in pain' vs. 'I'm healing') The unconscious mind constantly listens to our self-talk Our brain receives 11 million bits of information per second but can only process 50-120 bits Neuroplasticity enables our brains to create new neural pathways through repeated thoughts [10:15] Disempowering Language Patterns Common disempowering phrases: 'I can't,' 'I should,' 'I'm bad,' 'I'm not smart enough' Learned patterns often pass down through family generations Spend 24 hours noticing how you speak to yourself The phrase 'I have to' creates a feeling of obligation and burden Replacing 'I have to' with 'I get to' shifts from obligation to opportunity The etymology of 'should' comes from Old English meaning debt, obligation, or duty [20:30] Replacing 'I don't know' 'I don't know' is a definite response that closes off possibilities Replace 'I don't know' with 'I'm figuring it out' or 'I'm learning how' The connection between disempowering language and lack of trust in intuition When we replace definitiveness with curiosity, it opens up possibilities Curiosity is lost during arguments when we get triggered (prefrontal cortex activity decreases) [30:45] Eliminating 'Try' + 'Maybe' 'Try' implies potential failure and provides a backdoor excuse not to succeed Replace 'try' with 'I will' or 'I'm going to do my very best' 'Maybe' steals our ability to take action and indicates a lack of conviction 'Maybe' often serves as a safety net in case we're wrong Replace 'maybe' with 'I commit to' or 'I believe' The importance of balancing high standards of communication with grace for ourselves Leave Wellness + Wisdom a Review on Apple Podcasts Links From Today's Show  732 Anne-Laure Le Cunff | Stop Living Someone Else's Life: How to Break Free from The Hidden Scripts Controlling You 481 Scott Jackson | Rewire Yourself: How To Create A Life You Love With Freedom From Subconscious Sabotage Josh's Trusted Products | Up To 40% Off Shop All Products Biohacking⁠ MANNA Vitality - Save 20% with code JOSH20 HigherDOSE - 15% off with the code JOSH15 PLUNGE - $150 off with discount code WELLNESSFORCE Pulsetto - Save 20% with code "JOSH" SaunaSpace - 10% off with discount code JOSH10 Ultrahuman Ring Air - 10% off with code JOSH Wellness Test Kits Choose Joi - Save 50% on all Lab Tests with JOSH Blokes - Save 50% on all Lab Tests with JOSH FertilityWize Test by Clockwize - Save 10% with code JOSH Tiny Health Gut Tests - $20 off with discount code JOSH20 VIVOO Health Tests - Save 30% off with code JOSH SiPhox Health Blood Test - Save 15% off with code JOSH Nutrition + Gut Health Organifi - 20% off with discount code WELLNESSFORCE SEED Synbiotic - 25% off with the code 25JOSHTRENT Paleovalley - 15% off with the link only EQUIP Foods - 20% off with the code WELLNESS20 DRY FARM WINES - Get an extra bottle of Pure Natural Wine with your order for just 1¢ Just Thrive - 20% off with the code JOSH Legacy Cacao - Save 10% with JOSH when you order by the pound! 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I'm welcoming the journalist and writer John Harris back to the pod today, this time for a special bonus episode on his book 'Maybe I'm Amazed -  A Story of Love and Connection in Ten Songs'. When John's son James was born, and three years later diagnosed with autism, music became a source of precious connection and endless wonder for both of them. James connected with so much music, but one of his strongest passions was The Beatles. As a Beatle obsessive himself, John talks about his own relationship with the band and tells us how watching his son discover and explore The Beatles became a source of inspiration for them both.

Ever find yourself stuck in decision limbo, saying "maybe" to opportunities that deep down you know aren't right for you? In this episode of "This is How We Create," Martine Severin unpacks her game-changing "Waffle Rule," a powerful framework that will transform how you make decisions in your creative career and beyond. You'll discover: Why indecision is actually a form of decision-making (and what your brain is trying to tell you) How to interpret that "static" feeling when you're waffling between choices The surprising connection between hesitation and your true values A practical 5-step plan to build your "no muscle" and reclaim precious creative energy Real-world examples from creatives like photographer Anastassia Withey and web designer Elsa Omri who made tough choices to honor their creative voices Download the workbook that goes along with this episode: Waffle Rule Workbook This episode grew from one of our most popular Creative Matters newsletter pieces, proving that decision paralysis is something so many of us struggle with as creative professionals of color. Whether you're considering a career pivot, evaluating collaboration opportunities, or simply trying to protect your creative time, the Waffle Rule offers the clarity you've been searching for. Hit play to reclaim your decision-making power and discover why sometimes your most powerful creative tool is simply saying "no.” Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Creative Life 00:25 Understanding Indecision 05:12 The Waffle Rule Explained 07:42 Applying the Waffle Rule 09:09 Conclusion and Call to Action Support the Show Website: Martine Severin Follow on Instagram: @martineseverin | @thisishowwecreate Subscribe to the Newsletter: Martine's Substack This episode of This Is How We Create is produced and edited by Martine Severin.  

In this episode of "Shark Theory," hosted by Baylor Barbee, listeners are introduced to a powerful lesson in perseverance and creative problem-solving inspired by a persistent squirrel. This intriguing metaphor serves as a springboard for discussing the challenges people face when pursuing their goals. The episode opens with Baylor observing a squirrel attempting to reach a bird feeder, confronting slick poles as obstacles. When traditional approaches fail, the squirrel finds an unconventional way to succeed, showcasing the essence of thinking outside the box. Throughout the discussion, Baylor delves into the themes of overcoming obstacles and finding new routes to achieve success. Using the squirrel's determination as a metaphor, he encourages listeners to identify the "poles" in their lives—those seemingly insurmountable obstacles standing between them and their goals. He challenges conventional thinking and advocates for alternate paths, or "trees," that despite appearing daunting, offer a viable route to success. Baylor's vivid storytelling emphasizes the importance of not giving up, even when the path forward seems difficult or unclear. The episode resonates with those who may struggle with reaching their aspirations, inviting them to consider broader perspectives and embrace the uncertainties of new attempts. Key Takeaways: Identify Personal Obstacles: Understand the barriers impeding your progress toward goals, akin to the squirrel's challenge with the bird feeder pole. Seek Alternate Paths: Embrace new perspectives and strategies, represented by the "tree," to navigate challenges successfully. Power of Resilience: Maintain determination even when traditional methods fail, and be willing to explore unconventional solutions. Commitment Over Convenience: True success requires commitment beyond convenience, and the willingness to take risks is crucial. Value of Self-Belief: Trust in your abilities to take leaps of faith, betting on yourself even when the outcome is uncertain. Notable Quotes: "We see a goal, something that we really want... every time we get to a certain point, we keep sliding back down." "The difference between living in a land of mediocrity and being like the squirrel is most people say, 'Maybe it's just not for me,' and they quit." "Perhaps you need to look at your life and... realize, look, the approach... is a little bit tougher. It's not an easy road." "Do I care about instant success, or do I care about lasting success?" "This goal means so much to me that I'm willing to do what it takes."

Note: to read this posting on a calm presence see a conscient rethink a conscient rethinkWhat needs to be said? Who needs to say it? Who wants to hear it? How does it help? February 16th, 2025, on the unceded lands of the Algonquin-Anishinaabe people.I started publishing the conscient podcast and balado conscient in May of 2020. My goal was to ‘explore art and the ecological crisis as a learning and unlearning journey'. At that time I believed that ‘the arts and culture could play a critical role in raising awareness about sustainability issues and moving people towards action.'Maybe. Maybe not. At any rate, some 300 episodes later, I felt that this first leg of my conscient journey is complete and that I owe deep gratitude to my collaborators and to you, for listening. It's now time to rethink conscient. Some of you might recall in my listen and co-create posting on a calm presence and this quote from the Intercultural Communication Handbook : Sensing, attending and being patient requires slowing down, pausing, and taking time to listen, look, feel and learn. Seeking to activate and use all our senses to relate as part of the world. This involves learning through relationships, through actions and through careful attention, not just through asking questions and talking a lot. Being patient and humble enables recognition of the myriad of messages that humans and non-human beings are always sending out.These wise words encouraged me to slow me down and inspired me to take a pause from the production of conscient during the winter of 2025 and I tried to follow this good advice.Others are also advocating for a slow down and a rethink. For example Kai writes in Dense Discovery – Issue 326 / When enough outrage is enough :We have enough information. We know where we stand. The challenge now isn't to understand more, but to act on what we already know, redirecting our energy from pointless online reaction to tangible local action. As I've said here before, we don't need more clever dunks. We need more people showing up – in our communities, in our work, in the unglamorous spaces where real change takes root.What did I do?I listened to everyday life. I stopped judging.I meditated on presence.I conversed with colleagues in the 10 week Surviving the Future : The Deeper Dive 2025 course.I shared some of my experiences in prepare, bend, sustain. I read and listened to Shaun Chamberlin's Dark Optimism, Nate Hagens' The Great Simplification and Kamea Chayne's Green Dreamer. I also shovelled snow, learned to play tennis and played shinny. Lots of shinny. I also pondered listener feedback from previous seasons of conscient. Here are a few : your guests are inspiring and the conversations are nourishing : it fills a gapwhy don't you present more diversity of voices, in particular from young people and the global south your conversations often go on too long. We're more likely to listen if you edit them downyou narrate too slowly : I. sometimes. fall. asleep. listening. to. you. drone. on.your podcast is not enough fun : why don't you try to be more uplifting and positiveintegrating soundscape compositions actually works well: it makes your podcast unique and compellingWhy not give us more practical tools to engage with the issues not just philosophical musings and doomist projectionstry to be a bit more humblebreathe more quietly and smoothlyWith this feedback in mind, I came up with a set of questions to guide my work future forward: What needs to be said?Who needs to say it?Who wants to hear it?How does it help?In other words, what is the point of all this chatter? I thought back to why I listen to podcasts in the first place and what keeps me listening?  I listen to podcasts because they help me:break me out of isolationaccept collapsefeel solidarity and connectionunlearngenerate spiritual and physical energyempathise through tone of voicenurture presence through hesitationlaugh and cryslow down and listenkeep going in spite of the oddsconscient podcast studio production spaceSo, with all of this in mind, I've decided to go ahead and produce a 6th season of conscient.You'll be able to hear three episode types:1. fifteens15 minute ‘composed' conversations with leading artists and cultural workers exploring the theme of ‘arts and culture in times of crisis, collapse, renewal' with a focus on actions. A fifteen is a coffee break of insight. 2. roundtablesLong duration, informal banter with friends and colleagues about their passions, fears and dreams, inspired by the innovative ways of the 1980's era CBC Radio's overnight talk show Brave New Waves. Participants are invited to tell a good story and to expect to be interrupted and maybe teased once in a while. A roundtable is an engaging kitchen party. 3. a calm presenceThese bonus episodes are me narrating each a calm presence Substack posting including additional commentary and soundscape compositions. It's intended for those who, like me, prefer listening over reading. I will launch season 6 at spring equinox on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at 5.01am (EDT).accesssubscribe to conscient podcast or balado conscient (free) on your favorite podcast player : Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Podchaser, Tune in, YouTubesubscribe to a calm presence (free) on Substackfollow and comment on conscient social media : Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads and BlueSky visit conscient.ca to search and listen to any individual Episodes or read episode notes and transcriptsAs always, if you like something you hear or read, please share. Feel free to reach me with questions and comments at claude@conscient.ca *END NOTES FOR ALL EPISODESHey conscient listeners, I've been producing the conscient podcast as a learning and unlearning journey since May 2020 on un-ceded Anishinaabe Algonquin territory (Ottawa). It's my way to give back and be present.In parallel with the production of the conscient podcast and it's francophone counterpart, balado conscient, I publish a Substack newsletter called ‘a calm presence' which are 'short, practical essays for those in need of a calm presence'. To subscribe (free of charge) see https://acalmpresence.substack.com. You'll also find a podcast version of each a calm presence posting on Substack or one your favorite podcast player.Also, please note that a complete transcript of most conscient podcast and balado conscient episodes from season 1 to 5 is available on the web version of this site: https://conscient-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes.Your feedback is always welcome at claude@conscient.ca and/or on conscient podcast or my social media: Facebook, X, Instagram or Linkedin. I am grateful and accountable to the earth and the human labour that provided me with the privilege of producing this podcast, including the toxic materials and extractive processes behind the computers, recorders, transportation systems and infrastructure that made this production possible. Claude SchryerLatest update on February 16, 2025.

Producer and writer Brandon Gardner joins Emily and Haley to discuss his Peacock series ‘In The Know,' what lie killed his dreams to be an architect, and his creative partnership with Zach Woods. Emily knows what Brandon did 463 weeks ago, Haley praises Brandon's beer pong skills, Brandon reveals the secret to improv, and we fail to understand Nicole Kidman's wigs. So put your pants back on, grab your snowboard, and schedule some structured socialization while you listen to Episode 18 of ‘How To Make It With Emily & Haley.'Follow us: @howtomakeitpodcastFollow Emily: @emilydorothyyFollow Haley: @haleymuralee

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For this week we have a HEATED clip from last week's Mazi's World Live! Where Mazi gets something off his chest in front of the group. ROLL IT!

Listen along as we look at week three of our Holy Spirit series. Luke 4:16-30 - Mike Reading Aren't you, like me, hoping that some person, thing, or event will come along to give you that final feeling of inner well-being you desire? Don't you often hope: 'Maybe this book, idea, course, trip, job, country or relationship fulfill my deepest desire.' But as long as you are waiting for that mysterious moment you will go on running helter-skelter, always anxious and restless, always lustful and angry, never fully satisfied. You know that this is the compulsiveness that keeps us going and busy, but at the same time makes us wonder whether we are getting anywhere in the long run. This is the way to spiritual exhaustion and burn-out. This is the way to spiritual death. - Henri Nouwen   Stones into Bread The Fountain thirsts, the Bread is hungry here
The Light is dark, the Word without a voice.
When darkness speaks it seems so light and clear.
Now He must dare, with us, to make a choice.
In a distended belly's cruel curve
He feels the famine of the ones who lose
He starves for those whom we have forced to starve
He chooses now for those who cannot choose.
He is the staff and sustenance of life
He lives for all from one Sustaining Word
His love still breaks and pierces like a knife
The stony ground of hearts that never shared,
God gives through Him what Satan never could;
The broken bread that is our only food. The Kingdoms of this World ‘So here's the deal and this is what you get:
The penthouse suite with world-commanding views,
The banker's bonus and the private jet
Control and ownership of all the news
An ‘in' to that exclusive one percent,
Who know the score, who really run the show
With interest on every penny lent
And sweeteners for cronies in the know.
A straight arrangement between me and you
No hell below or heaven high above
You just admit it, and give me my due
And wake up from this foolish dream of love…'
But Jesus laughed, ‘You are not what you seem.
Love is the waking life, you are the dream.' On The Pinnacle ‘Temples and Spires are good for looking down from;
You stand above the world on holy heights,
Here on the pinnacle, above the maelstrom,
Among the few, the true, unearthly lights.
Here you can breathe the thin air of perfection
And feel your kinship with the lonely star,
Above the shadow and the pale reflection,
Here you can know for certain who you are.
The world is stalled below, but you could move it
If they could know you as you are up here,
Of course they'll doubt, but here's your chance to prove it
Angels will bear you up, so have no fear….'
‘I was not sent to look down from above
It's fear that sets these tests and proofs, not Love.' John 14:15-17 John 14:25-26 John 16:7-15 “You can have all the right notions in your head without ever tasting in your heart the realities to which they refer; and a simple Bible reader and sermon hearer who is full of the Holy Spirit will develop a far deeper acquaintance with his God and Savior than a more learned scholar who is content with being theologically correct.” JI Packer  

On today's Disney Podcast, we're talking about all of the reasons to make Disney World your destination for your family vacation in 2025, but then all the reasons why it might be better to wait and choose one of these other amazing trips instead. So, which year is best? Enjoy! This episode is sponsored by Fantastical […] The post 2025 May Be the Best Year to Go to Disney World…or Is It? appeared first on Addicted to the Mouse.

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: From Jogging Strangers to Kindred Spirits in Lodi Garden Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2025-01-12-23-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: सर्दी की ठिठुरती सुबह थी।En: It was a shivering cold morning.Hi: लोदी गार्डन, दिल्ली में, हरियाली की बाहों में सिमटता हुआ एक कोना।En: Lodi Garden, in Delhi, a corner nestled in the embrace of greenery.Hi: सूरज की किरणें अंगड़ाई लेती हुईं गुनगुनाती थीं।En: The sun's rays stretched and hummed softly.Hi: वहाँ की दुबले-पतले रास्तों पर लोग अपनी दिनचर्या में तल्लीन थे।En: On the slender paths there, people were absorbed in their daily routines.Hi: इसी बीच, जहां एक ओर अराव था, उसी रास्ते पर दूसरी ओर प्रिया।En: Meanwhile, on one side was Aarav, on the same path, on the other side was Priya.Hi: अराव, अपने व्यस्त पेशेवर जीवन से कुछ पल राहत पाने के लिए, जॉगिंग का सहारा ले रहा था।En: Aarav, seeking a bit of relief from his busy professional life, turned to jogging.Hi: उसे महसूस हुआ कि उसकी ज़िन्दगी कहीं खोई-खोई सी है।En: He felt that his life seemed somewhat lost.Hi: जबकि प्रिया, एक उत्साही कलाकार, वहाँ अपने चित्रण के लिए प्रेरणा लेने आई थी।En: While Priya, an enthusiastic artist, had come there seeking inspiration for her paintings.Hi: वह प्रकृति की सौंदर्यता में खोकर नए रिश्ते बनाने से घबरा रही थी।En: Lost in nature's beauty, she was hesitant to forge new relationships.Hi: अराव ने तय किया कि वह जॉगिंग के जरिए अपनी परेशानियों को कम करेगा।En: Aarav decided he would reduce his troubles through jogging.Hi: यही सोचते-सोचते, उसने अपनी गति बढ़ा दी।En: With this thought, he increased his pace.Hi: दूसरी ओर, प्रिया ने सोचा, '"शायद कुछ नया आजमाने से जीवन में गहराई आए।"'En: On the other hand, Priya thought, 'Maybe trying something new might bring depth to life.'Hi: एक मोड़ पर, दोनों की राहें मिलीं।En: At a bend, their paths converged.Hi: पहले संकोच में, फिर प्रिया ने मुस्कुराकर कहा, '"नमस्ते, मैं प्रिया हूँ।"'En: Initially hesitant, then Priya smiled and said, 'Namaste, I am Priya.'Hi: अराव भी तनिक संकोच में हँस पड़ा, '"मैं अराव हूँ।"'En: Aarav also laughed slightly hesitantly, 'I am Aarav.'Hi: दोनों ने धीरे-धीरे एक-दूसरे के साथ जॉगिंग शुरू की।En: Gradually, they began jogging together.Hi: बावजूद इसके कि ठंडी हवा उनके चेहरे को चूम रही थी, उनके बीच का संवाद गर्मजोशी भरा था।En: Despite the cold air brushing their faces, the conversation between them was warm.Hi: कुछ दिनों की मुलाकातों के बाद, एक दिन वे एक पेड़ की छांव के नीचे बैठ गए।En: After meeting for a few days, one day they sat under the shade of a tree.Hi: वहां दोनों ने अपने मन के बोझ को हल्का किया।En: There, they lightened the burdens of their hearts.Hi: अराव ने प्रिय से कहा, '"मैं अपने काम से थक गया हूँ, मुझे संतुलन की तलाश है।"'En: Aarav told Priya, 'I am tired of my work, I am in search of balance.'Hi: प्रिया ने सिर हिलाते हुए कहा, '"भरोसे के रिश्तों की कमी ने मुझे संकोच में डाल दिया है।"'En: Priya nodded and said, 'The lack of trustworthy relationships has made me hesitant.'Hi: इस ईमानदारी ने उनके बीच एक नई शुरुआत की बुनियाद रखी।En: This honesty laid the foundation for a new beginning between them.Hi: मकर संक्रांति के रूप में आने वाले त्योहार की खुशी संतुलित बैठक के रूप में उनके जीवन में आई।En: The joy of the upcoming festival Makar Sankranti came into their lives as a balanced sitting.Hi: तय यह हुआ कि वे अब नियमित रूप से मिलेंगे।En: It was decided that they would meet regularly now.Hi: प्रिया को अराव के साथ में सुकून मिला और उसके चित्रों में नई ऊर्जा प्रवाहित होने लगी।En: Priya found solace in Aarav's company, and a new energy flowed into her paintings.Hi: अराव ने भी पाया कि प्रिया के साथ का समय, उसे जीवन में सच्चा सुकून दे रहा था।En: Aarav also discovered that the time spent with Priya brought true peace to his life.Hi: और इसी तरह, अराव ने खुद को सिखाया कि काम से अधिक, जीवन में शांति का महत्व है।En: And thus, Aarav taught himself that more than work, peace in life matters.Hi: वहीं प्रिया ने अपने दिल के दरवाजे नई दोस्तियों के लिए खोल दिए, जिससे उसकी रचनात्मकता में नयापन आया।En: Meanwhile, Priya opened the doors of her heart to new friendships, which brought novelty to her creativity.Hi: लोदी गार्डन की सर्द हवाओं की गवाही में, दोनों ने एक-दूसरे के साथ कदम से कदम मिलाकर जीवन का नया अध्याय शुरू किया।En: In the witness of the cold winds of Lodi Garden, they began a new chapter in life, walking step by step with each other.Hi: और वहाँ, जहाँ संगमरमर के मकबरों की छांव थी, वहाँ उनका रिश्ता गहराता गया।En: And there, where the shadow of marble mausoleums laid, their relationship deepened. Vocabulary Words:shivering: ठिठुरतीnestled: सिमटताgreenery: हरियालीslender: दुबले-पतलेabsorbed: तल्लीनrelief: राहतforge: बनानेconverged: मिलींhesitant: संकोचinspiration: प्रेरणाenthusiastic: उत्साहीpainter: कलाकारburden: बोझfoundation: बुनियादsolace: सुकूनharmony: संतुलनtrustworthy: भरोसेcreativity: रचनात्मकताnovelty: नयापनembrace: बाहोंslightly: तनिकdeepen: गहराताsluggishness: खोई-खोईpaths: राहेंdepth: गहराईhesitance: घबराtestament: गवाहीsun's rays: सूरज की किरणेंmurmured: गुनगुनातीmarble mausoleums: संगमरमर के मकबरों

When Suzanne's son, Lorenzo, was a little boy, he told his family that when he grew up, he would be a police officer. He even drew a picture of himself as a policeman. After finishing high school, he instead studied computers and looked to follow in his dad's footsteps. Then, one day, when Lorenzo was in his mid-twenties, he surprised his mom with a phone call. 'Mama Bear,' he said, 'I need to talk to you.' Suzanne responded by asking if she should be worried. 'Maybe a little bit, Mama Bear,' he replied, but it's OK.' Lorenzo shared that he couldn't work behind a desk any longer. He needed to help people and become a police officer. Although Suzanne was a little worried, she was also so proud of her son. She knew that he would be an amazing addition to the police force. He loved helping others. in his soul, Suzanne said that he was born to be a lover of people. She says that no one ever loved her as deeply as Lorenzo did. It was so fun to talk to her about their amazing relationship and about how, above all else, Lorenzo wanted to take care of his 'Mama Bear.' It reminded me a little bit about Andy, his big, loving heart, and the way he always insisted that he 'loved me more' despite my protests. Shortly after Lorenzo realized his dream of becoming a police officer, however, he suffered a tragic accident when he was cleaning his gun. His gun discharged and he shot an artery in his leg. Although he was able to call for help, it was too late. Amid this tragedy, Suzanne saw that Lorenzo's community loved him just as much as he loved them. Officers stood at attention at every freeway exit in southern California as the car carrying his body drove by. Thousands honored her sweet, loving Lorenzo. As we talked, I began to wonder if our two 'boys' somehow brought us together. I imagine a proud Andy telling everyone in heaven about his mom and her podcast, and Lorenzo thinking the podcast might be a good idea for his 'Mama Bear' to help her heal. When Suzanne emailed me, she wrote that I was her 'angel' who 'saved' her, but I'm pretty sure the 'angel' was actually Lorenzo setting things in motion.

[SEGMENT 1-1] Leftist revelations 1   One election changed everything. It's not about parties, i.e. Democrat or Republican. It's about truth versus lies, pragmatism versus fanaticism. Harris had no real shot of winning and her political career is over, though she pretends it's not. Much has changed in this one election, and the world tilted “right” on its axis. We left Bizarro World and are now back to facing reality. Imagine the other timeline. Kamala Harris as president. What are we discussing? Probably a new federal agency dedicated to deciphering her speeches. She'd call it the “Circular Logic Bureau.” “We must, together, work together to do the work of working together.” Kamala 2024: Because coherence is so last century. If you think Biden had a cabinet of freaks and pikers, imagine what Harris would have offered up. Imagine international diplomacy under her. China would roll their eyes while she explains how “clocks and time zones are, like, very important to global relations.”  [SEGMENT 1-2] Leftist revelations 2   The Changing of the GuardOn the Democratic side, the old guard is falling—literally. Pelosi just broke her hip, and let's face it, that's Nature's way of saying, “You've overstayed your welcome, Nancy.” Chuck Schumer's days are numbered, too. At this point, he's just a placeholder for the next generation of dysfunction. The Democrats are so desperate they're floating AOC for leadership. Yes, AOC—because nothing screams stability like someone who thought the world would end in 12 years… eight years ago.On RINOs and Republican RealignmentNot even Mitch McConnell can escape the purge. McConnell's “working from home” is basically a polite way of saying, “Don't expect me back.” Trump doesn't need his brand of turtle-paced compliance anymore. This time around, it's the America First GOP or bust.Media MeltdownThe media is in full panic mode. George Stephanopoulos is reportedly in hiding—too embarrassed to admit he once gloated about a Trump downfall that never came. Jake Tapper? He's stuck in existential dread over Trump's lawsuits. The same Jake who once chuckled at the phrase “enemy of the people” is now Googling “defamation law for dummies.” Even Sonny Hostin had a rare moment of honesty, admitting Democrats are “out of touch.” Well, congratulations, Sonny—you've reached the starting line of self-awareness.The Biden Administration's “Greatest Hits”Let's talk about Biden. Or, as I like to call him, the Commander-in-Zzz. His administration has been the political equivalent of a retirement home talent show. Biden didn't just check out mentally; he forgot to leave the hotel key. Blinken called Afghanistan a “stain” on their record. A stain? That's like saying the Titanic had a “small dent.” And Jill Biden? She's retiring. No we retired her First Lady duties. Or maybe she's retiring from “supportive spouse” to become Joe's “caretaker.”  [SEGMENT 1-3] Leftist revelations 3 I talked yesterday about people saying Trump changed. Lie. Trump didn't change. He's the same guy from 2016. Brash, bold, awkward in his delivery of information, pompous, direct, and so on. He's just letting the world catch up to him. He's showing America what leadership looks like: bold, unapologetic, and effective. And that terrifies the Left because deep down, they know they can't compete. Business Leaders Kissing the RingNow, let's talk about the pivot. Suddenly, all the folks who sabotaged Trump in 2020 are lining up to pay homage. Jeff Bezos shows up, calling him a “changed man.” Oh, Jeff, you've changed too. You went from “we don't need Trump” to “please don't increase shipping regulations.”America's Moment of ClarityThis election feels like 9-12. Remember the day after 9-11? When America came together, albeit briefly? That's us now, taking a collective breath after four years of Leftist chaos. We've had metaphorical planes flown into our economy, borders, and safety. And for once, both sides are relieved to see an adult back in the room. But here's the thing—it won't last. Democrats will regroup, and the media will sharpen their knives. That's why this moment is so critical. Trump has four years to not just fix what's broken but to solidify a movement that outlives his presidency.       Sonny Hoskins revelation   What step has The Views' Sunny Hostins reached, because her recent comments are out of character. As her friends might say, “Who are you and what have you done with Sunny?” MSNBC explains comments made by Hostin, calling the timing “a rare moment”: In a rare moment of self-reflection, Hostin, who had long resisted critiquing the Democrats, said she's now 'rethinking my thinking' as Donald Trump's dominant support among the working class becomes impossible to ignore. 'Maybe it's time for the Democrats to do a little bit of this postmortem,' Hostin declared, acknowledging how the party had failed to connect with the very people it claims to represent. 'The Democratic Party has always been the party of the working class. If you look at all the policies, they're for the people.' Yet, despite their promises and intentions, she admitted, 'the messaging didn't resonate.'  [SEGMENT 1-4] Leftist revelations 4 [X] SB – Ted Cruz on men in women's sports Trump's ability to sweep the popular vote among working-class voters shattered assumptions about political loyalty, forcing even staunch Democrats like Hostin to reckon with reality.  While her co-hosts debated what drove Trump's success, Hostin's thoughts stood out as a sobering critique of a party she once defended without hesitation. I repeat, a rare moment of self-reflection. And perhaps a short meeting with legal? After all, Hostin has had to do multiple public mea culpas after she or one of the other shrews on The View made defamatory comments. And on the heals of ABC's Stephanopoulos woes, one can't be too careful. Apparently Hostin revealed that she grew up poor. Then she admitted that perhaps the Democratic Party has become a bit detached. The article continues, The deeply personal admission added weight to her argument that the Democratic Party needs to expand its reach beyond the 'highly educated' and 'college professors,' as her co-hosts described.  'I think we need to make space in this tent for the people that are really gonna need it,' Hostin emphasized. The panel went on to explore further Trump's appeal to working-class voters, with Republican co-host Alyssa Farah-Griffin attributing his success to immigration stances that resonate with voters who are anxious about the economy.  'It's not they think immigrants are going to take their jobs,' Griffin explained. 'It's [that] they know big corporations take advantage of cheap labor while they're struggling to make ends meet.' While Hostin firmly pushed back against the idea that Republicans have become the party of the working class, she did concede that Democrats have missed critical Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

[SEGMENT 1-1] Leftist revelations 1   One election changed everything. It's not about parties, i.e. Democrat or Republican. It's about truth versus lies, pragmatism versus fanaticism. Harris had no real shot of winning and her political career is over, though she pretends it's not. Much has changed in this one election, and the world tilted “right” on its axis. We left Bizarro World and are now back to facing reality. Imagine the other timeline. Kamala Harris as president. What are we discussing? Probably a new federal agency dedicated to deciphering her speeches. She'd call it the “Circular Logic Bureau.” “We must, together, work together to do the work of working together.” Kamala 2024: Because coherence is so last century. If you think Biden had a cabinet of freaks and pikers, imagine what Harris would have offered up. Imagine international diplomacy under her. China would roll their eyes while she explains how “clocks and time zones are, like, very important to global relations.”  [SEGMENT 1-2] Leftist revelations 2   The Changing of the GuardOn the Democratic side, the old guard is falling—literally. Pelosi just broke her hip, and let's face it, that's Nature's way of saying, “You've overstayed your welcome, Nancy.” Chuck Schumer's days are numbered, too. At this point, he's just a placeholder for the next generation of dysfunction. The Democrats are so desperate they're floating AOC for leadership. Yes, AOC—because nothing screams stability like someone who thought the world would end in 12 years… eight years ago.On RINOs and Republican RealignmentNot even Mitch McConnell can escape the purge. McConnell's “working from home” is basically a polite way of saying, “Don't expect me back.” Trump doesn't need his brand of turtle-paced compliance anymore. This time around, it's the America First GOP or bust.Media MeltdownThe media is in full panic mode. George Stephanopoulos is reportedly in hiding—too embarrassed to admit he once gloated about a Trump downfall that never came. Jake Tapper? He's stuck in existential dread over Trump's lawsuits. The same Jake who once chuckled at the phrase “enemy of the people” is now Googling “defamation law for dummies.” Even Sonny Hostin had a rare moment of honesty, admitting Democrats are “out of touch.” Well, congratulations, Sonny—you've reached the starting line of self-awareness.The Biden Administration's “Greatest Hits”Let's talk about Biden. Or, as I like to call him, the Commander-in-Zzz. His administration has been the political equivalent of a retirement home talent show. Biden didn't just check out mentally; he forgot to leave the hotel key. Blinken called Afghanistan a “stain” on their record. A stain? That's like saying the Titanic had a “small dent.” And Jill Biden? She's retiring. No we retired her First Lady duties. Or maybe she's retiring from “supportive spouse” to become Joe's “caretaker.”  [SEGMENT 1-3] Leftist revelations 3 I talked yesterday about people saying Trump changed. Lie. Trump didn't change. He's the same guy from 2016. Brash, bold, awkward in his delivery of information, pompous, direct, and so on. He's just letting the world catch up to him. He's showing America what leadership looks like: bold, unapologetic, and effective. And that terrifies the Left because deep down, they know they can't compete. Business Leaders Kissing the RingNow, let's talk about the pivot. Suddenly, all the folks who sabotaged Trump in 2020 are lining up to pay homage. Jeff Bezos shows up, calling him a “changed man.” Oh, Jeff, you've changed too. You went from “we don't need Trump” to “please don't increase shipping regulations.”America's Moment of ClarityThis election feels like 9-12. Remember the day after 9-11? When America came together, albeit briefly? That's us now, taking a collective breath after four years of Leftist chaos. We've had metaphorical planes flown into our economy, borders, and safety. And for once, both sides are relieved to see an adult back in the room. But here's the thing—it won't last. Democrats will regroup, and the media will sharpen their knives. That's why this moment is so critical. Trump has four years to not just fix what's broken but to solidify a movement that outlives his presidency.       Sonny Hoskins revelation   What step has The Views' Sunny Hostins reached, because her recent comments are out of character. As her friends might say, “Who are you and what have you done with Sunny?” MSNBC explains comments made by Hostin, calling the timing “a rare moment”: In a rare moment of self-reflection, Hostin, who had long resisted critiquing the Democrats, said she's now 'rethinking my thinking' as Donald Trump's dominant support among the working class becomes impossible to ignore. 'Maybe it's time for the Democrats to do a little bit of this postmortem,' Hostin declared, acknowledging how the party had failed to connect with the very people it claims to represent. 'The Democratic Party has always been the party of the working class. If you look at all the policies, they're for the people.' Yet, despite their promises and intentions, she admitted, 'the messaging didn't resonate.'  [SEGMENT 1-4] Leftist revelations 4 [X] SB – Ted Cruz on men in women's sports Trump's ability to sweep the popular vote among working-class voters shattered assumptions about political loyalty, forcing even staunch Democrats like Hostin to reckon with reality.  While her co-hosts debated what drove Trump's success, Hostin's thoughts stood out as a sobering critique of a party she once defended without hesitation. I repeat, a rare moment of self-reflection. And perhaps a short meeting with legal? After all, Hostin has had to do multiple public mea culpas after she or one of the other shrews on The View made defamatory comments. And on the heals of ABC's Stephanopoulos woes, one can't be too careful. Apparently Hostin revealed that she grew up poor. Then she admitted that perhaps the Democratic Party has become a bit detached. The article continues, The deeply personal admission added weight to her argument that the Democratic Party needs to expand its reach beyond the 'highly educated' and 'college professors,' as her co-hosts described.  'I think we need to make space in this tent for the people that are really gonna need it,' Hostin emphasized. The panel went on to explore further Trump's appeal to working-class voters, with Republican co-host Alyssa Farah-Griffin attributing his success to immigration stances that resonate with voters who are anxious about the economy.  'It's not they think immigrants are going to take their jobs,' Griffin explained. 'It's [that] they know big corporations take advantage of cheap labor while they're struggling to make ends meet.' While Hostin firmly pushed back against the idea that Republicans have become the party of the working class, she did concede that Democrats have missed critical opportunities to listen to the very people they claim to represent. 'I don't think the Republican Party is the party of the working class,' she insisted, but acknowledged that Trump's narrative, however Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.

Dr. Kelly Winfrey, a professor at Iowa State University, spoke about the shocking results of the Iowa Poll released this weekend that had VP Kamala Harris 3 points ahead of former President Donald Trump. She explains the process behind the poll, the historical value of the poll and what could come on election day with the new data.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Tucker Carlson unplugged says exactly what patriotic Americans feel: We want our old country back, and wanting that doesn't make us radical. Senator John Kennedy tears down FEMA's disastrous response to Hurricane Helene and the "too close to call" polling commentary will apparently be with us for a while. CNN's data guru tries to explain how the polls MAY BE really, really, really off... but that it's totally normal and okay if they are. Don't miss JD Vance's expert class explanation to a question about why black voters should vote for Trump.

In this week's epsidoe of The Jerusalem Post Podcast, Sarah Ben-Nun speeks to Druze lawyer and activist Anan Kheir on how his community is seen as a minority and segregated with the Nation-State Law despite their years of proud IDF service and contributions to the state.

Sex workers describe their very first day on the job NSFW - r/nsfw Podcast - Reddit NSFW StoriesEvery job has a first day — and that includes sex work.It's not like what you see in the movies (though sometimes you may find some elements of Hollywood in there), and it's not all pretty, but it can be interesting and, sometimes, even a little funny.According to prostitutes, erotic masseuses, and other sex workers on Reddit, here's what that very first day on the job is like."I started working because I'd gotten a few propositions through a dating website. I was studying med at the time and I was short on money. So one time, this guy made me what seemed like a lucrative offer and I agreed... A week or two later, I drove over to his apartment. I was petrified, but I needed the money so I rang the doorbell. It was a lovely apartment, and he paid upfront. He was nice enough. He asked me to do some things that I didn't want to do, so I said, 'Maybe not this time.' Kept an eye on the time (via the helpful clock radio next to the bed) and thankfully he finished on time. Had a shower, bit of a chat afterwards, and then he kissed me goodbye on the cheek.""I drank a heap of wine before I went to the agency. This was about 2.5 years ago when the industry was booming. I did booking after booking and went home with a massive wad of cash. I didn't think about it too much. I just loved the rush of being booked and making so much money. The industry is dead over here now and I have no idea why.""My first night, I was ridiculously nervous. I went to an upscale hotel, nervously walked through the lobby, hoping I looked like I belonged there, and not like what I was really there for. I was nervous the whole elevator ride up. I walk to his room, lightly knock on the door. He opens the door, says (for the story's sake, we will use the name Sarah) 'Hi, Sarah?' and like an idiot I reply with my real name. We laughed it off. It was quick, 10 minutes. He was polite and clean. In the area for business. I ended up seeing him a few more times over the years, always very nice. Tipped on top of the hourly rate, which was always appreciated and made me choose to see him over other clients in the future.""I was a different type of sex worker, a pro Domme. My first pro session was terrible! He was a good client, however anything bad that could have happened did happen... Including cracking his rib during a trample session (very rare when everything is done correctly). However I never had an issue after that first session, and ended up with quite a few wonderful regulars.""I'm a straight male escort and... for my first booking, I received an email from a girl that basically went as follows: 'Hi, I'd like to book you as a birthday present for my friend's 24th surprise party.' ... I turned up early to help these girls prepare the surprise and they're all insanely attractive. Out-of-my-league attractive. The girl who booked me then drops this bombshell on me: 'Oh, by the way, all of us are either escorts or strippers.' Uh oh, I'm in way over my head...""The guy paid me $60/hour for three hours. He smoked a few bowls, talked about jazz, and then very creepily went on and on about my boobs. I jerked him for like 30 minutes with this horrible rose-scented lotion, blew him, and eventually we had sex. I was impressed he could get it up with how high he was and figured he must be on something else. That's mostly what I was thinking about the whole time.""I was 22, just graduated with a BA in a major that would make me no money... I posted on Craigslist ($400 an hour; I had no clue about rates and still don't, but from this thread it seems high) and met a man the next night at his house for an agreed-upon 30 minutes. We sat on the couch and talked a little bit. He ran a small business, divorced, overweight, 40s... I liked him, so I kept going until he finished -- maybe another 20 minutes? I didn't charge him for the extra. I didn't enjoy it as much as I would with a regular partner, but it wasn't bad.""He was in his 40s, from another town, and offered me $900 for the night. When the night came along, he booked a hotel, and I went over there some time that evening. I was so nervous, I could barely speak a word when I got there. He was an average-looking guy. I wasn't attracted to him but it didn't cross my mind that it mattered. I was still about to have sex with someone I technically just met, and for money... After that, we just went to sleep and I left in the morning."Sex workers describe their very first day on the job NSFWr/nsfw Podcast - Reddit NSFW StoriesSex workers describe their very first day on the job NSFW - r/nsfw Podcast - Reddit NSFW StoriesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-cheating-stories-2024-best-of-reddit-nsfw-cheating-stories-2024--5689182/support.

On SBS Filipino's Trending Ngayon segment, this week's viral topics include the 'Maybe This Time' dance trend, Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia's reunion movie 'Un/Happy For You' which is screening in cinemas across Australia, and the controversial 'Isang Kaibigan' children's book written by Philippine Vice President Sarah Duterte. - Sa Trending Ngayon ng SBS Filipino, mainit na pinag-uusapan ng mga netizen ang viral na 'Maybe This Time' dance trend, ang pagbabalik-tambalan nina Julia Barretto at Joshua Garcia sa pelikulang 'Un/Happy For You' na mapapanood din sa ilang sinehan sa Australia, at ang kontrobersyal na librong pambata na 'Isang Kaibigan' na isinulat ng Philippine Vice President Sarah Duterte.

It's time to talk all about the fine art of ho-ing. And who is going to guide us through this very important lesson? Why, it's Mehgan Sapphire, host of the Sapphire's Earplay podcast. Mehgan joined me to talk about her lost space, The Lexington, a San Franciscan lesbian bar that she went to when she was just a little baby gay in her college days. Along the way we discuss late night hook ups, the road to polyamory, and, of course, the importance of good hygiene... And once you've listened to this conversation make sure you also download this week's episode of Mehgan's show, Sapphire's Earplay, as we did a swap-a-roo and I am the guest on the latest episode! Follow me Instagram: www.instagram.com/lostspacespod Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.facebook.com/lostspacespod⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@lostspacespod⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sign up to the Queer Word newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/queerqueerword Support me Buy Me A Coffee: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lostspacespod⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow my guest Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/msradiosapphire/

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Sex workers describe their very first day on the job NSFW - r/nsfw Podcast - Reddit NSFW Stories Every job has a first day — and that includes sex work. It's not like what you see in the movies (though sometimes you may find some elements of Hollywood in there), and it's not all pretty, but it can be interesting and, sometimes, even a little funny. According to prostitutes, erotic masseuses, and other sex workers on Reddit, here's what that very first day on the job is like. "I started working because I'd gotten a few propositions through a dating website. I was studying med at the time and I was short on money. So one time, this guy made me what seemed like a lucrative offer and I agreed... A week or two later, I drove over to his apartment. I was petrified, but I needed the money so I rang the doorbell. It was a lovely apartment, and he paid upfront. He was nice enough. He asked me to do some things that I didn't want to do, so I said, 'Maybe not this time.' Kept an eye on the time (via the helpful clock radio next to the bed) and thankfully he finished on time. Had a shower, bit of a chat afterwards, and then he kissed me goodbye on the cheek." "I drank a heap of wine before I went to the agency. This was about 2.5 years ago when the industry was booming. I did booking after booking and went home with a massive wad of cash. I didn't think about it too much. I just loved the rush of being booked and making so much money. The industry is dead over here now and I have no idea why." "My first night, I was ridiculously nervous. I went to an upscale hotel, nervously walked through the lobby, hoping I looked like I belonged there, and not like what I was really there for. I was nervous the whole elevator ride up. I walk to his room, lightly knock on the door. He opens the door, says (for the story's sake, we will use the name Sarah) 'Hi, Sarah?' and like an idiot I reply with my real name. We laughed it off. It was quick, 10 minutes. He was polite and clean. In the area for business. I ended up seeing him a few more times over the years, always very nice. Tipped on top of the hourly rate, which was always appreciated and made me choose to see him over other clients in the future." "I was a different type of sex worker, a pro Domme. My first pro session was terrible! He was a good client, however anything bad that could have happened did happen... Including cracking his rib during a trample session (very rare when everything is done correctly). However I never had an issue after that first session, and ended up with quite a few wonderful regulars." "I'm a straight male escort and... for my first booking, I received an email from a girl that basically went as follows: 'Hi, I'd like to book you as a birthday present for my friend's 24th surprise party.' ... I turned up early to help these girls prepare the surprise and they're all insanely attractive. Out-of-my-league attractive. The girl who booked me then drops this bombshell on me: 'Oh, by the way, all of us are either escorts or strippers.' Uh oh, I'm in way over my head..." "The guy paid me $60/hour for three hours. He smoked a few bowls, talked about jazz, and then very creepily went on and on about my boobs. I jerked him for like 30 minutes with this horrible rose-scented lotion, blew him, and eventually we had sex. I was impressed he could get it up with how high he was and figured he must be on something else. That's mostly what I was thinking about the whole time." "I was 22, just graduated with a BA in a major that would make me no money... I posted on Craigslist ($400 an hour; I had no clue about rates and still don't, but from this thread it seems high) and met a man the next night at his house for an agreed-upon 30 minutes. We sat on the couch and talked a little bit. He ran a small business, divorced, overweight, 40s... I liked him, so I kept going until he finished -- maybe another 20 minutes? I didn't charge him for the extra. I didn't enjoy it as much as I would with a regular partner, but it wasn't bad." "He was in his 40s, from another town, and offered me $900 for the night. When the night came along, he booked a hotel, and I went over there some time that evening. I was so nervous, I could barely speak a word when I got there. He was an average-looking guy. I wasn't attracted to him but it didn't cross my mind that it mattered. I was still about to have sex with someone I technically just met, and for money... After that, we just went to sleep and I left in the morning." Sex workers describe their very first day on the job NSFW r/nsfw Podcast - Reddit NSFW Stories Sex workers describe their very first day on the job NSFW - r/nsfw Podcast - Reddit NSFW Stories

Sex workers describe their very first day on the job NSFW - r/nsfw Podcast - Reddit NSFW StoriesEvery job has a first day — and that includes sex work.It's not like what you see in the movies (though sometimes you may find some elements of Hollywood in there), and it's not all pretty, but it can be interesting and, sometimes, even a little funny.According to prostitutes, erotic masseuses, and other sex workers on Reddit, here's what that very first day on the job is like."I started working because I'd gotten a few propositions through a dating website. I was studying med at the time and I was short on money. So one time, this guy made me what seemed like a lucrative offer and I agreed... A week or two later, I drove over to his apartment. I was petrified, but I needed the money so I rang the doorbell. It was a lovely apartment, and he paid upfront. He was nice enough. He asked me to do some things that I didn't want to do, so I said, 'Maybe not this time.' Kept an eye on the time (via the helpful clock radio next to the bed) and thankfully he finished on time. Had a shower, bit of a chat afterwards, and then he kissed me goodbye on the cheek.""I drank a heap of wine before I went to the agency. This was about 2.5 years ago when the industry was booming. I did booking after booking and went home with a massive wad of cash. I didn't think about it too much. I just loved the rush of being booked and making so much money. The industry is dead over here now and I have no idea why.""My first night, I was ridiculously nervous. I went to an upscale hotel, nervously walked through the lobby, hoping I looked like I belonged there, and not like what I was really there for. I was nervous the whole elevator ride up. I walk to his room, lightly knock on the door. He opens the door, says (for the story's sake, we will use the name Sarah) 'Hi, Sarah?' and like an idiot I reply with my real name. We laughed it off. It was quick, 10 minutes. He was polite and clean. In the area for business. I ended up seeing him a few more times over the years, always very nice. Tipped on top of the hourly rate, which was always appreciated and made me choose to see him over other clients in the future.""I was a different type of sex worker, a pro Domme. My first pro session was terrible! He was a good client, however anything bad that could have happened did happen... Including cracking his rib during a trample session (very rare when everything is done correctly). However I never had an issue after that first session, and ended up with quite a few wonderful regulars.""I'm a straight male escort and... for my first booking, I received an email from a girl that basically went as follows: 'Hi, I'd like to book you as a birthday present for my friend's 24th surprise party.' ... I turned up early to help these girls prepare the surprise and they're all insanely attractive. Out-of-my-league attractive. The girl who booked me then drops this bombshell on me: 'Oh, by the way, all of us are either escorts or strippers.' Uh oh, I'm in way over my head...""The guy paid me $60/hour for three hours. He smoked a few bowls, talked about jazz, and then very creepily went on and on about my boobs. I jerked him for like 30 minutes with this horrible rose-scented lotion, blew him, and eventually we had sex. I was impressed he could get it up with how high he was and figured he must be on something else. That's mostly what I was thinking about the whole time.""I was 22, just graduated with a BA in a major that would make me no money... I posted on Craigslist ($400 an hour; I had no clue about rates and still don't, but from this thread it seems high) and met a man the next night at his house for an agreed-upon 30 minutes. We sat on the couch and talked a little bit. He ran a small business, divorced, overweight, 40s... I liked him, so I kept going until he finished -- maybe another 20 minutes? I didn't charge him for the extra. I didn't enjoy it as much as I would with a regular partner, but it wasn't bad.""He was in his 40s, from another town, and offered me $900 for the night. When the night came along, he booked a hotel, and I went over there some time that evening. I was so nervous, I could barely speak a word when I got there. He was an average-looking guy. I wasn't attracted to him but it didn't cross my mind that it mattered. I was still about to have sex with someone I technically just met, and for money... After that, we just went to sleep and I left in the morning."Sex workers describe their very first day on the job NSFWr/nsfw Podcast - Reddit NSFW StoriesSex workers describe their very first day on the job NSFW - r/nsfw Podcast - Reddit NSFW StoriesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-cheating-stories-2024-best-of-reddit-nsfw-cheating-stories-2023--5689182/support.

Embracing Growth: Are You Becoming Your Best Self? The Power Of Shavuos In this video, Rabbi Shafier addresses common self-doubts such as 'Maybe I'm not good enough?' and 'Maybe he is better than me?' He delves into how a shift in perspective can transform our self-view. Rabbi Shafier emphasizes the importance of recognizing that each person faces unique challenges and has their own path to growth.

A sermon by John Zeigler entitled "A May Be" from 1 Sam. 14:1-7; 2 Kings 6:24-31; 7:3-4; Jonah 3:4-9 and other Scriptures

And here we are. Movie #5. The FINAL movie for the inaugural theme of May Be... This month of MAY BES was an interesting one to say the least. These are the May flowers that Gerard Butler's April rain has gifted you.   LET'S DO THIS!   ENJOY! ------------------ If you'd like to show your support for members of the WGA as well as other workers in the entertainment industry, please take a look at the link below and maybe make a donation: Entertainment Community Fund https://entertainmentcommunity.org/support-our-work ------------------ As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resources for North America: United States  https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ The Suicide Hotline phone number has been changed. Now, just text or call 988. Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566 Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you. Be mindful of your surroundings. Karate in the Garage Linkages

In today's episode we have Ben Press, someone who found some of the greatest stars we have seen in our favorite movies. One he is most known for is securing a role for Amanda Seyfried in "Mamma Mia!" despite initial resistance from the studio, highlighting the importance of persistence and leveraging trusted relationships. He emphasizes never taking no for an answer and building authentic connections that can facilitate achieving significant goals. This mindset, which was crucial in his career as an agent, enabled him to navigate the industry successfully and secure major opportunities for his clients.In the discussion, Ben also delves into his transition from talent representation to the world of entertainment technology startups. He talks about his involvement in ventures like Russell Wilson's TraceMe, which was later acquired by Nike, and his advisory role at Cameo. He explains how celebrities have become more accessible for brand collaborations due to economic changes in the entertainment industry and shares insights on how entrepreneurs can leverage celebrity partnerships for brand growth. His approach combines understanding target demographics, vetting potential celebrity partners, and structuring equity deals to benefit both parties.CHAPTER TITLES1:00 - Introduction and Guest Overview2:08 - From Mailroom to Agent: Ben's Career Journey2:30 - Working with Hollywood Legends3:00 - Packaging America's Next Top Model and Mamma Mia 3:45 - Pivot to Entertainment Tech Startups 4:20 - Leveraging Celebrity for Business Growth 5:00 - Evolution of Celebrity Brand Work6:10 - How to Engage Celebrities for Your Brand7:25 - Vetting and Selecting the Right Celebrity8:45 - Structuring Equity and Compensation Deals 10:15 - The Importance of Fast Decisions in Celebrity Deals 11:00 - Activations and Fundraising with Celebrities 12:21 - Creating Authentic Celebrity Partnerships 13:08 - Case Study: Landing Amanda Seyfried for Mamma Mia 16:23 - Lessons in Persistence and Relationship Building 18:10 - Strategies for Effective Asks 19:27 - Encouraging Staff to Overcome 'No' Responses 20:41 - Turning 'No' into 'Maybe' and 'Maybe' into Meetings Connect with Rudy Mawer:LinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitter

 Taylor Riggs, co-host of The Big Money Show on FOX Business Network, joins Marc & Kim to talk about Biden forgiving more student loan debt and how we're supposed to pay for this.

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Georgia governor Brian Kemp did a wide-ranging interview with the "Politically Georgia" podcast hosts last Thursday, which aired last Friday morning on WABE-FM and via podcast (listen here). In it, Greg Bluestein, Tia Mitchell, Patricia Murphy and Bill Nigut grilled the governor to figure out where his support for the GOP presidential nominee is (we know where wife, Marty, stands, for now), his views on immigration, his stance on abortion rights in the face of 'dog catches car' backlash and where he is on Medicaid expansion should the 2025 General Assembly put it on his desk. Stubbornly, he's holding out (slim) hopes that his 'Pathways' project - thus far an abject failure - will work to insure hundreds of thousands of uninsured Georgians. Hear a good bit of the conversation and some "seasoning" of points I add to the dialogue.

Snag my free Time Audit Templates! In our previous episode, we continued our work with time audits so that we could begin to build awareness and take action toward better time management. We discussed the importance of categorizing activities based on their importance, urgency, energy level, alignment with priorities, and necessity. Today we are going to take that work and take it a step further… we will begin Creating Your "Definitely Yes" and "Maybe No" Lists when it comes to time commitments we need to keep and those we may need to change or get rid of.   Key Highlights:   We talk about what goes on our “definitely yes!” list, our “yes” list, and our “maybe no, not so much, not me, or not right now” list.   This 3rd list is the zone of opportunity when it comes to creating more time in your schedule for the things you want to be doing.  We have to “balance our budget” of time, and start getting to work on that “savings” bucket…the things that are important but have completely or nearly completely fallen off our list of commitments.   I hope this episode blesses you! Xoxo, Tanya Episode Resources: Episode 125:  Master Time Management: Applying Money Management Principles to Your Daily Schedule

Where there are people, there will be conflict...not MAY BE...WILL BE. Leaders, great leaders, are not conflict averse, they are versed in conflict. They are able to assess the challenge and choose from among a few viable options to arrive at the best response.In this episode, our Chief Training Officer, shares a short chat on the top three reasons leaders must resist the urge to run from conflict, realizing that conflict does a "body' good.

In the first half, Italo-American photojournalist and investigative reporter Paola Harris discussed UFO/UAP phenomena and disclosure, as well as many of the legendary UFO researchers and contactees she has interviewed and befriended over the years. She spoke about the 1945 Trinity UFO crash case (which she and Jacques Vallee wrote a book about) and noted that some new information has become available, along with renewed interest in that time period associated with the movie "Oppenheimer," and how alien contact has sometimes been associated with humankind's use of nuclear weapons.Regarding the recent whistleblowers coming forward about UFOs, she commented that it's a bit of a distraction since whistleblower testimony from the likes of Col. Philip Corso, Clifford Stone, and the witnesses that Steven Greer set up in a Citizen Hearing on Disclosure has been out there for many years now. Harris recalled her conversations with the late Paul Hellyer, the former defense minister of Canada, and how he believed that recovered technology from UFO crashes could be used to solve various world problems related to ecology, medicine, and hunger. She mentioned her trip to the Andes in Peru to study the fascinating contactee case of Ricardo Gonzalez, who said he met time-traveling space aliens who warned of an impending earthquake in the mountains (that ended up occurring). Harris also announced one of her latest projects-- a special youth conference on UFOs for kids aged 13-18 in Longmont, CO, in June.--------------Author, podcaster, and attorney Allison Carmen battled with being a "certainty addict" and suffered the pull of despair and hopelessness that uncertainty can bring. In the latter half, she revealed how embracing the 'maybe' mindset liberates us to live in the present moment and nurture hope and possibility even in challenging circumstances. She shared her personal struggle with uncertainty and fear of the unknown, which led to anxiety and stress in her life and career. Despite efforts to control the outer world, she came to the realization that the secret to happiness and inner peace was in accepting not knowing what would happen next-- where all possibilities are open.She views stress as resisting whatever is happening in the moment, and anxiety as resisting the future. One can use the 'maybe' technique if they have a negative thought about their future, such as, 'I'm never going to have enough money.' You simply tell yourself, "Maybe that's not true." And suddenly, your stress and worry calms down, and you can be in the present moment, she said. "If you want your life to change, it has to happen in the unknown," as uncertainty can be freeing and open to many outcomes. "It's just kind of allowing yourself to look at everything. You can look at a bird in the sky, or you could look at the whole sky," she added. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/georgenoory/message

In the first half, Italo-American photojournalist and investigative reporter Paola Harris discussed UFO/UAP phenomena and disclosure, as well as many of the legendary UFO researchers and contactees she has interviewed and befriended over the years. She spoke about the 1945 Trinity UFO crash case (which she and Jacques Vallee wrote a book about) and noted that some new information has become available, along with renewed interest in that time period associated with the movie "Oppenheimer," and how alien contact has sometimes been associated with humankind's use of nuclear weapons.Regarding the recent whistleblowers coming forward about UFOs, she commented that it's a bit of a distraction since whistleblower testimony from the likes of Col. Philip Corso, Clifford Stone, and the witnesses that Steven Greer set up in a Citizen Hearing on Disclosure has been out there for many years now. Harris recalled her conversations with the late Paul Hellyer, the former defense minister of Canada, and how he believed that recovered technology from UFO crashes could be used to solve various world problems related to ecology, medicine, and hunger. She mentioned her trip to the Andes in Peru to study the fascinating contactee case of Ricardo Gonzalez, who said he met time-traveling space aliens who warned of an impending earthquake in the mountains (that ended up occurring). Harris also announced one of her latest projects-- a special youth conference on UFOs for kids aged 13-18 in Longmont, CO, in June.--------------Author, podcaster, and attorney Allison Carmen battled with being a "certainty addict" and suffered the pull of despair and hopelessness that uncertainty can bring. In the latter half, she revealed how embracing the 'maybe' mindset liberates us to live in the present moment and nurture hope and possibility even in challenging circumstances. She shared her personal struggle with uncertainty and fear of the unknown, which led to anxiety and stress in her life and career. Despite efforts to control the outer world, she came to the realization that the secret to happiness and inner peace was in accepting not knowing what would happen next-- where all possibilities are open.She views stress as resisting whatever is happening in the moment, and anxiety as resisting the future. One can use the 'maybe' technique if they have a negative thought about their future, such as, 'I'm never going to have enough money.' You simply tell yourself, "Maybe that's not true." And suddenly, your stress and worry calms down, and you can be in the present moment, she said. "If you want your life to change, it has to happen in the unknown," as uncertainty can be freeing and open to many outcomes. "It's just kind of allowing yourself to look at everything. You can look at a bird in the sky, or you could look at the whole sky," she added. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/georgenoory/message

In the first half, Italo-American photojournalist and investigative reporter Paola Harris discussed UFO/UAP phenomena and disclosure, as well as many of the legendary UFO researchers and contactees she has interviewed and befriended over the years. She spoke about the 1945 Trinity UFO crash case (which she and Jacques Vallee wrote a book about) and noted that some new information has become available, along with renewed interest in that time period associated with the movie "Oppenheimer," and how alien contact has sometimes been associated with humankind's use of nuclear weapons.Regarding the recent whistleblowers coming forward about UFOs, she commented that it's a bit of a distraction since whistleblower testimony from the likes of Col. Philip Corso, Clifford Stone, and the witnesses that Steven Greer set up in a Citizen Hearing on Disclosure has been out there for many years now. Harris recalled her conversations with the late Paul Hellyer, the former defense minister of Canada, and how he believed that recovered technology from UFO crashes could be used to solve various world problems related to ecology, medicine, and hunger. She mentioned her trip to the Andes in Peru to study the fascinating contactee case of Ricardo Gonzalez, who said he met time-traveling space aliens who warned of an impending earthquake in the mountains (that ended up occurring). Harris also announced one of her latest projects-- a special youth conference on UFOs for kids aged 13-18 in Longmont, CO, in June.--------------Author, podcaster, and attorney Allison Carmen battled with being a "certainty addict" and suffered the pull of despair and hopelessness that uncertainty can bring. In the latter half, she revealed how embracing the 'maybe' mindset liberates us to live in the present moment and nurture hope and possibility even in challenging circumstances. She shared her personal struggle with uncertainty and fear of the unknown, which led to anxiety and stress in her life and career. Despite efforts to control the outer world, she came to the realization that the secret to happiness and inner peace was in accepting not knowing what would happen next-- where all possibilities are open.She views stress as resisting whatever is happening in the moment, and anxiety as resisting the future. One can use the 'maybe' technique if they have a negative thought about their future, such as, 'I'm never going to have enough money.' You simply tell yourself, "Maybe that's not true." And suddenly, your stress and worry calms down, and you can be in the present moment, she said. "If you want your life to change, it has to happen in the unknown," as uncertainty can be freeing and open to many outcomes. "It's just kind of allowing yourself to look at everything. You can look at a bird in the sky, or you could look at the whole sky," she added. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/georgenoory/message

In the first half, Italo-American photojournalist and investigative reporter Paola Harris discussed UFO/UAP phenomena and disclosure, as well as many of the legendary UFO researchers and contactees she has interviewed and befriended over the years. She spoke about the 1945 Trinity UFO crash case (which she and Jacques Vallee wrote a book about) and noted that some new information has become available, along with renewed interest in that time period associated with the movie "Oppenheimer," and how alien contact has sometimes been associated with humankind's use of nuclear weapons.Regarding the recent whistleblowers coming forward about UFOs, she commented that it's a bit of a distraction since whistleblower testimony from the likes of Col. Philip Corso, Clifford Stone, and the witnesses that Steven Greer set up in a Citizen Hearing on Disclosure has been out there for many years now. Harris recalled her conversations with the late Paul Hellyer, the former defense minister of Canada, and how he believed that recovered technology from UFO crashes could be used to solve various world problems related to ecology, medicine, and hunger. She mentioned her trip to the Andes in Peru to study the fascinating contactee case of Ricardo Gonzalez, who said he met time-traveling space aliens who warned of an impending earthquake in the mountains (that ended up occurring). Harris also announced one of her latest projects-- a special youth conference on UFOs for kids aged 13-18 in Longmont, CO, in June.--------------Author, podcaster, and attorney Allison Carmen battled with being a "certainty addict" and suffered the pull of despair and hopelessness that uncertainty can bring. In the latter half, she revealed how embracing the 'maybe' mindset liberates us to live in the present moment and nurture hope and possibility even in challenging circumstances. She shared her personal struggle with uncertainty and fear of the unknown, which led to anxiety and stress in her life and career. Despite efforts to control the outer world, she came to the realization that the secret to happiness and inner peace was in accepting not knowing what would happen next-- where all possibilities are open.She views stress as resisting whatever is happening in the moment, and anxiety as resisting the future. One can use the 'maybe' technique if they have a negative thought about their future, such as, 'I'm never going to have enough money.' You simply tell yourself, "Maybe that's not true." And suddenly, your stress and worry calms down, and you can be in the present moment, she said. "If you want your life to change, it has to happen in the unknown," as uncertainty can be freeing and open to many outcomes. "It's just kind of allowing yourself to look at everything. You can look at a bird in the sky, or you could look at the whole sky," she added. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/georgenoory/message

We are very proud to announce the start of a recurring monthly series (which will be a regular episode) titled Iconic Song Series.  We will pick one Classic McCartney solo track and once a month we will be joined by Allan Kozinn and (eventually) Adrian Sinclair.  Co-Authors of the celebrated The McCartney Legacy. By now all followers of our show and McCartney fans in general know that Volume 2 of their book has been announced and scheduled for a 10 December release with pre-orders available now on Amazon.   We were beyond happy that Allan and Adrian were willing to join us for a recurring show on 2Legs.  And this topic lends itself well.  For the first installment we chose 1970's 'Maybe I'm Amazed' from Paul's first solo album McCartney. We discuss historical significance, where Paul was at the time (personally and professionally), lyrical meaning, track by track (analysis). (As in number of tracks used to make the record.). It's well known that Paul recorded much of McCartney at home over on Cavendish Avenue.  But for what is essentially one of if not his best known solo song Paul recorded this at E.M.I.   These and all the other tiny details we all love to learn about are included in this episode! We thank Allan and Adrian for joining us for this series and we look forward to doing more! Suggestions?  Let us know or email us! All The Best!  Andy and Tom    

Former NBA athlete Charles Barkley articulated his dissatisfaction with San Francisco during the NBA All-Star Game's live telecast on Sunday. Throughout TNT's secondary broadcast for the event, Barkley entered a debate pertaining to the locale for the 2024 All-Star game - Indianapolis, where he voiced his thoughts alongside renowned sports figures like Reggie Miller, a former star from the Indiana Pacers, and Draymond Green from Golden State Warriors. Draymond Green initiated the discourse by expressing his dissatisfaction with the icy conditions in Indianapolis during the past weekend. Respectfully addressing Reggie Miller, he opined, 'We deeply admire you, Reggie, but I hope this is the last All-Star [game] in Indiana.' Next, Barkley took the liberty of comparing the Indiana weather to the situation in San Francisco, where Green's team, the Golden State Warriors, calls home. The tone of the conversation took a sharp turn when Barkley put forth a provocative question to Reggie: 'Given a choice between braving the cold or negotiating with the multitude of homeless folks in San Francisco, which would you prefer?' Barkley's punctuating remarks set the stage for a quarrel among the panelists. Candace Parker, a fellow analyst, quickly offered her rebuttal by proclaiming her love for San Francisco. However, Barkley wasn't swayed and dismissively retorted, 'We certainly do not.' He elaborated that the level of safety in the city was in question, implying that it felt unsafe to even roam around there. Uncomfortable with this apparent denigration of his home city, Green contested Barkley's claims by asserting, 'Yes, it is perfectly safe to walk around!' A response to this from Barkley was: 'Maybe it is, if one chooses to don a bulletproof vest'. In the grand panorama of the live broadcast, Barkley seemed conspicuously critical of San Francisco, a departure from the norm. Generally known for taking distinct positions on political matters and targeting either side of the spectrum, he is no stranger to critiquing the Californian city. Barkley's earlier critique of San Francisco became a talking point during Game 4 of the 2022 NBA Finals, contested between the Warriors and the Dallas Mavericks. As a sudden rainstorm in Dallas interrupted the game due to a leaking roof at American Airlines Arena, Barkley bluntly asserted that the situation would be much worse if the precipitation was occurring in San Francisco. He commented, 'Our beautiful city, San Francisco, has its charms, yet the blatant squalor and rampant homelessness need serious attention.' Barkley urged the city officials to clear the streets from what he deemed as 'undesirable elements'. San Francisco's struggles with deep-rooted societal issues, particularly concerning homelessness and drug abuse, have come under magnifying glasses recently, but intensified scrutiny can lead to change. Locals were outraged in November when city officials decided to clean homeless encampments and open-air narcotics bazaars just before several world leaders came to the city for an important international summit. Ahead of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit, San Francisco was power-washed to cater to notable dignitaries like Chinese President Xi Xinping. This action accentuated the government's approach to handling the echo of urban decay and homelessness that has often marred the city's reputation. While it is clear that there is criticism and concern, there is also anticipation associated with San Francisco. The city has an upcoming opportunity to glamorize its civic pride as it gears up to host the 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend. The main attraction, the All-Star Game, is slated to be held at the Warriors' illustrious Chase Arena. As debates on housing and urban decay continue to ebb and flow, it becomes clear that there is a steep path towards righting the wrongs. As with sports, a city's journey towards renewal requires team spirit and a deep-seated desire to rise above adversity. Voices, powerful and pervasive like those of Charles Barkley's, ensure that the spotlight remains on pressing urban issues. While controversial it may seem, these debates might be the spark that ignites a wave of transformation necessary for the City by the Bay, San Francisco. Charles Barkley on San Francisco ‘You Can't Even Walk Around Down There' Read More on Real News Now Follow RNN on Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealNewsNowApp/ X Twitter: https://twitter.com/realnewsapp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realnews/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realnewsnowapp Threads: https://www.threads.net/@realnews/ Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@RealNews YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@realnewsnowapp Video: https://youtu.be/qQtC6-appBs End Wokeness: https://endthewokeness.com/?ref=fbc  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People throw around the word “calling” in church. But how are you supposed to find yours? Knowing when God is actually calling you to do something in your life is often a lot more complicated to figure out than we'd want it to be. It would be great if we could get a clear, 'Yes' or 'No' but often we need to learn to move on a 'Maybe'. If you've just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: ele.vc/tIepfr To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: www.elevationchurch.org/giving/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People throw around the word “calling” in church. But how are you supposed to find yours? Knowing when God is actually calling you to do something in your life is often a lot more complicated to figure out than we'd want it to be. It would be great if we could get a clear, 'Yes' or 'No' but often we need to learn to move on a 'Maybe'. If you've just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: ele.vc/tIepfr To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: www.elevationchurch.org/giving/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pour yourself a dirty martini and get ready to go from Girl Power to Flower Power as we celebrate 20 years of Emma Bunton's "Free Me" album. Widely recognised as one of the best solo Spice Girls albums, this iconic body of work - with its lush 60s pop, Motown and bossa nova influences - completely revamped Our Baby's career with four UK Top 20 hits: 'Free Me', 'Maybe', 'I'll Be There' and 'Crickets Sing For Anamaria'. From sexy Bond Girl vibes to cheeky cruise ship bops, Joel and David will be getting into the singles, music videos, photoshoots, album highlights, live performances and b-sides for a complete, all-inclusive celebration of this Emma era! This year also marks 30 years of Spice Girls' formation, so if you'd like some more 2000s solo Spice episodes... you better tell us what you want. What you really, really want. Follow Right Back At Ya! https://www.instagram.com/rightbackpod/ https://twitter.com/rightbackpod https://www.facebook.com/rightbackpod Follow Joel https://www.instagram.com/dr_joelb/ https://twitter.com/DR_JoelB Follow David https://www.instagram.com/lovelimmy/ https://twitter.com/lovelimmy Email us rightbackpod@gmail.com

Dr. Maytha Al Hassen from the team at ‘Ramy' is BACK to talk about the media shift that MAY BE happening as a result of mainstream being called out (finally!) for yellow journalism that vilifies Arabs and Muslims (at least this time in history). The Golden Globes just happened, so what about narrative shifts in entertainment media? Listen up, Hollywood!Ignore Uzma's doom and gloom, and pay attention to Dr. Al Hassen's takes on social justice influencers and events that may compel narrative media changes, and those that may continue to quell it. This conversation is sure to ignite some cerebral sparks, so put your smarty hats on!Tune in at 6pm EST on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or head to our website landing page. Links:1. Dr. Maytha AlHassen on IG: https://www.instagram.com/lealishalabi/2. Send esims to journalists in Gaza now: https://gazaesims.com/esim-purchase-tutorial/3. Follow Palestinian journalists on IG      a. @motaz_azaiza      b.@wizard_bisan1      c. @gazanewslive      d.@gazamedicvoices       e.@lealishalabi4. Follow Palestinian voices on IG       a. @imeu       b.@iampalipina       c. @sbeih.jpg       d. @jenanmatari       e. @paccusa       f. @dcipalestine5. Palestinian allies on IG      a. @jvpaction      b. @greg.j.stoker       c.@owenjones84      d. @breakingthesilenceisrael6. ALL the movies!     a. Paradise Now (Hany Abu Assad, 2005)     b. Salt of This Sea (Annemarie Jacir, 2008)     c.  Slingshot Hip Hop (Jackie Reem Salloum 2008)       d. Anything starring Hiam Abbas (Ramy's mom, among other roles)     e. Israelism     f. Tantura     g. The Occupation of the American Mind     h. Born in Gaza     i. The Shaikh     j. Sniper    k. Rules of Engagement    l. Black Hawk Down    m. Argo     n. The Murder of Alex Odeh ( Jason Osder and William Youmans)7. ALL the shows!     a. Ramy on Hulu     b. Mo on Netflix     c. Ramy's animated series on Amazon PrimeSupport the show1. Web: www.mommyingwhilemuslim.com2. Email: salam@mommyingwhilemuslim.com3. FB: Mommying While Muslim page and Mommyingwhilemuslim group4. IG: @mommyingwhilemuslimpodcast5. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrrdKxpBdBO4ZLwB1kTmz1w

We are living in an unprecedented era of uncertainty, anxiety, and stress. A recent study from the American Psychological Association (APA) reveals that nearly 76% of adults now admit to experiencing stress due to the overwhelming uncertainty that plagues our nation. Moreover, 62% express disbelief in the idea that "our children are going to inherit a better world than we did." Is it possible, amidst this turmoil, to transform uncertainty into an asset and reshape our outlook, even during these turbulent times? This is where the eagerly awaited audiobook, THE GIFT OF MAYBE: Finding Hope and Possibility in Uncertain Times by Allison Carmen (Tantor Media; Narrated by Kim Niemi; Release Date: November 21, 2023; Duration: 5 hrs.), holds the potential to truly impact people's lives for the better. In THE GIFT OF MAYBE audiobook, Allison Carmen, a distinguished CFO, author, podcaster, and attorney, escorts us away from the ceaseless cycles of stress and anxiety that stem from our apprehensions about the future – whether related to our careers, relationships, finances, or the state of the world. Allison, who has herself battled with being a "certainty addict" and intimately understands the pull of despair and hopelessness that uncertainty can bring, provides a clear roadmap for embracing the 'Maybe' mindset. This shift liberates us to live in the present moment and nurture hope and possibility even in challenging circumstances. Allison vividly illustrations this transition in her two widely shared Daily Beast articles: 1) Life After Ken: When Barbie's Dreamhouse Becomes a Clubhouse and 2) Watching ‘Gilmore Girls' Reruns Is Not the Secret of Life (EMBRACE THE UNKNOWN). Both essays reveal the practical applications of 'Maybe' in today's world, particularly in coping with the anxiety and stress from daily and global uncertainty, an issue that disproportionately affects women. The audiobook release of THE GIFT OF MAYBE could not be timelier. Within its compelling narrative, Allison Carmen teaches us that our fear of uncertainty need not chain us to a life consumed by fear and despair. Rather, it offers a pathway to hope. This audiobook is set to amass a devoted following because it teaches us how to: • Embrace uncertainty as a source of hope instead of stress and worry. • Cultivate gratitude even when facing unpredictable challenges. • Accept the wisdom hidden within challenging and perplexing experiences. • Discover joy and possibilities, even in the face of adversity. • Overcome self-doubt and embark on a journey towards a more authentic and creative life. In an interview, Allison can delve into her personal experiences, including the sudden end of her decades-long marriage, her profound encounter with the spiritual concept of 'Maybe' as featured on Oprah.com, and her highly acclaimed "10 Minutes to Less Suffering" podcast, ranked as the #1 Best Stress Podcast. Allison Carmen is the guiding light that our world needs today, offering guidance through job loss, health crises, and financial difficulties. Through THE GIFT OF MAYBE she imparts the invaluable lesson that uncertainty can spark hope. The audiobook, narrated with power and conviction by Kim Niemi, will undoubtedly resonate with both listeners and readers. @theliberatedhealer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes had their weekly conversation with Jenkins Elite founder and CEO Tim Jenkins, who provided a breakdown of Bears quarterback Justin Fields' performance in Chicago's 28-13 win against Detroit on Sunday.

In the final hour, Dan Bernstein and Laurence Holmes had their weekly conversation with Jenkins Elite founder and CEO Tim Jenkins, who provided a breakdown of Bears quarterback Justin Fields' performance in Chicago's 28-13 win against Detroit on Sunday. The guys then listened and reacted to Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson explain on the Parkins & Spiegel Show why his view on how much he deserves in his next contract has changed in recent weeks and months. Later, Bernstein and Holmes explained how a scene from the 1988 comedy/romance film "Coming To America" came to fruition in the Packers-Giants game on Monday Night Football.

A few minutes from the episode 'Paul on Lead Guitar Pt. 2' with special guest Craig Bartock.© Richard Buskin

My guest today is combat veteran and artillery gunner, Kelsi Sheren. Kelsi served in the Canadian army alongside American and British troops in Afghanistan. With an unsurprisingly turbulent reentry into the real world, Kelsi shares how she managed feelings of depression, anger, and suicidal thoughts. We discuss her journey to healing with the help of psychedelics and what it's like to go from soldier to wife, mother, and podcaster. To say Kelsi is an intense fireball is an understatement, and she is on a mission to help as many people as she can who are suffering from trauma survive and thrive. Kelsi shared, 'Maybe if somebody had told me after my military operation it was OK to have the feelings, take time to work through them, and it was normal to have the reaction to what I had gone through versus putting me on eventually 11 medications, that could have been really helpful.' After listening, make sure to check out her podcast, Brass and Unity. Enjoy! Sponsor: JuneShine.com/GABBY - text them a photo of your receipt, and they'll Venmo you immediately. Connect with Kelsi Books: Brass and Unity Podcast: Brass and Unity Instagram: @kelsie_sheren Website: www.brassandunity.com Connect with Gabby @gabbyreece | Linktree For the full show notes visit gabriellereece.com/podcast The Gabby Reece Show talks to top experts with the goal of extracting the best information you will need to navigate the universe of health, fitness, relationships, parenting, and business. Gabby keeps it simple but gets to the heart of the conversation with the hopes of providing you with realistic takeaways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the duty of Congress to use American tax dollars responsibly, Richard Stern says.American taxpayers deserve to know where their money's going because “the government doesn't have the moral right to walk up and take whatever it wants of your labors because a bureaucrat thinks they know better than you how to use the resources you produced,” says Stern, director of the Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget at The Heritage Foundation. (The Daily Signal is the news outlet of The Heritage Foundation.)There are 12 appropriations bills that move through Congress each year, and according to Stern, it's the job of lawmakers to ensure that each bill uses Americans' hard-earned taxpayer dollars well, but also the job of the American people to hold their elected officials accountable to do just that."I think we've ended up in a society where people have kind of quietly thought, 'Maybe the government is better at spending that than I am.' And I think that's been the genesis of the problem," he says.Stern joins “The Daily Signal Podcast” to explain what appropriations are and the approval process for them, and why politicians need to be more transparent and responsible when spending taxpayer money. Enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.