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[Part 2] Underage Workers, Millions Of Dollars And Trucks Full Of Dead Chickens — Inside The Business Of Killing In Response To Bird Flu In the second part of this article learn about the underage labor used in the physically and emotionally dangerous jobs of killing infected flocks, and learn about the issues caused with the one-conttractor system the government has put in place. Written by John McCracken, InvestigateMidwest.org. Part 2 of 3. #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #avianflu #birdflu #depopulation #culling #indemnitypayments #animalcruelty  ============================ Original post: https://investigatemidwest.org/2025/04/30/underage-workers-millions-of-dollars-and-trucks-full-of-dead-chickens-inside-the-business-of-killing-in-response-to-bird-flu/  ============================ Investigate Midwest (previously The Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting) is an independent, nonprofit newsroom. Our mission is to serve the public as a watchdog over influential corporations and institutions through in-depth and data-driven investigative journalism. Started in 2009 by journalist Mike Sherry, Investigate Midwest provides training and education for students, professional journalists and citizens to better understand agribusiness and its impact locally, regionally and globally. Investigate Midwest uses both traditional and innovative digital tools and techniques to analyze data about agribusiness and distribute the results. ============================== FOLLOW THE SHOW ON: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@plantbasedbriefing     Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2GONW0q2EDJMzqhuwuxdCF?si=2a20c247461d4ad7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-based-briefing/id1562925866 Your podcast app of choice: https://pod.link/1562925866 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlantBasedBriefing   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/plant-based-briefing/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plantbasedbriefing/     

[Part 1] Underage Workers, Millions Of Dollars And Trucks Full Of Dead Chickens — Inside The Business Of Killing In Response To Bird Flu The federal government has a single contractor to assist with killing infected flocks, leading to delays and the use of controversial culling methods. Listen to today's episode written by John McCracken, InvestigateMidwest.org. Part 1 of 3. #vegan #plantbased #plantbasedbriefing #avianflu #birdflu #depopulation #culling #indemnitypayments #animalcruelty  ============================ Original post: https://investigatemidwest.org/2025/04/30/underage-workers-millions-of-dollars-and-trucks-full-of-dead-chickens-inside-the-business-of-killing-in-response-to-bird-flu/  ============================ Investigate Midwest (previously The Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting) is an independent, nonprofit newsroom. Our mission is to serve the public as a watchdog over influential corporations and institutions through in-depth and data-driven investigative journalism. Started in 2009 by journalist Mike Sherry, Investigate Midwest provides training and education for students, professional journalists and citizens to better understand agribusiness and its impact locally, regionally and globally. Investigate Midwest uses both traditional and innovative digital tools and techniques to analyze data about agribusiness and distribute the results. ============================== FOLLOW THE SHOW ON: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@plantbasedbriefing     Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2GONW0q2EDJMzqhuwuxdCF?si=2a20c247461d4ad7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/plant-based-briefing/id1562925866 Your podcast app of choice: https://pod.link/1562925866 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlantBasedBriefing   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/plant-based-briefing/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/plantbasedbriefing/     

Today's guest is an extraordinary woman who has dedicated her career to preserving the legacy of survivors. Her name is Jessica Rockhold, Executive Director at the Midwest Center for Holocaust Education. As a passionate defender of history, she has spent more than 20 years keeping stories alive on behalf of victims who are no longer here to tell them. And by applying lessons from a dark past, helps shape a future that is yet to be written.Website: https://mchekc.org/ Check out our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/QDke0GqdPHcSmall Ball Big Dreams: https://www.joelgoldbergmedia.com/books

It is a pleasure to welcome Alana Muller, author, entrepreneur, and business relationship coach, to The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. Alana is the best-selling author of the books Coffee Lunch Coffee: A Practical Field for Master Networking, the anthology Growth – Deconstructing GRIT Collection, and the blog CoffeeLunchCoffee.com. Her work has also been featured on CNBC, Forbes, and The Huffington Post. She travels the world to share her expertise in Networking, Coaching, Strategic Planning, and Business Consulting. She offers an accessible, relevant, and immediately actionable approach to professional networking for those interested in connecting with others. This approach has helped thousands of people formulate a strategic mindset about Networking while creating a game plan to get out there and connect. Coffee Lunch Coffee is a WBENC-certified WBE.Alana Muller is an entrepreneurial executive leader whose primary focus is to connect, inspire, and empower the community. Alana enjoys connecting with people worldwide and sharing stories on topics such as Networking, Executive Presence, and Purpose.   The Kansas City community has recognized Alana's work, and she has received numerous accolades, including an Emerging Leader Award from the Jewish Community Relations Bureau | American Joint Committee (JCRB | AJC), Instructor of the Year from the Turner Construction Management Program, and a NextGen Leader from the Kansas City Business Journal.  She also served on corporate and volunteer boards for the American Public Square, the Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City, the Midwest Center for Holocaust Education, and SevenDays. Alana is also an alumna of the Civic Council of Greater Kansas City's Kansas City Tomorrow and Coro Kansas City and was the past president of the Kansas City Chapter of the International Women's Forum. In this edition of The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast, Alana Muller discussed transforming Coffee Lunch Coffee from a blog into a book and shared advice on the best ways to develop professional relationships.Let's connect on social media: A) BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jacobelyachar.bsky.socialB) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JacobElyachar/C) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacobelyachar/D) Threads: https://www.threads.net/@jacobelyacharE) Twitter (X): https://x.com/JacobElyacharF) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JacobElyacharBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support.

It's no secret Madison has had a wet, hot, and itchy summer. Several early deluges of rainfall have created the perfect environment for mosquitoes to multiply and wreak havoc on ankles everywhere. And as the seasons change, so do the bloodsuckers in our environment. Host Bianca Martin spoke with Lyric Bartholomay, director of the Midwest Center of Excellence for Vector-Borne Disease, to get the details on how to protect yourself (and your pets) from ticks and mosquitos this fall. Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Instagram!  You can get more Madison news delivered right to your inbox by subscribing to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 28th episode here: Garth's Brew Bar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two mannequins walk into a science lab, and one's got a big tick problem. She can teach humans how to check for ticks. Also, researchers used citizen science observations and machine learning to understand where fireflies are and what they need to thrive.In Wisconsin, Mannequins Help Teach People How To Spot TicksNationwide, Wisconsin is a hot spot for Lyme disease. And cases are rising, as climate change and development alter how humans interact with the ticks that transmit this disease. In Wisconsin, cases reported annually have more than doubled in the last two decades.With tick season underway, tick checks are one of the most important ways you can prevent infection. I recently visited the Midwest Center of Excellence for Vector-borne Disease, which is housed at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where researchers are using a new tool to teach people how to do tick checks — mannequins.Read the rest at sciencefriday.comProtecting A Flickering Symbol Of Summer NightsWhen people talk about watching fireflies, a common comment is “You know, I don't see as many fireflies as I used to.” Researchers are trying to figure out whether that impression is actually accurate, and which of the over 2,000 firefly species might be affected—and to do so, they need a lot more data. A recent paper published in the journal Science of the Total Environment used over 24,000 citizen science observations as well as machine learning models to try to better identify where certain species of fireflies can be found, and what types of habitat and climate they need to thrive.Dr. Sarah Lower, a firefly researcher at Bucknell University and a co-author of the study, joins guest host Annie Minoff to talk about some ways to protect fireflies near you, including preserving darkness and providing moist, permeable, natural soils for firefly larvae.Transcripts for each segment will be available after the show airs on sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.

On this episode of Banking on KC, Cody Jolliff, CEO at Powell Gardens, and Jacob Canyon, co-founder of Good Oak, join host Kelly Scanlon to discuss the groundbreaking Midwest Center for Regenerative Agriculture. This new center aims to revolutionize the way we approach farming and conservation in the Midwest by integrating sustainable agricultural practices with community education and engagement. Tune in to discover: The unique mission and vision behind the Midwest Center for Regenerative Agriculture and how it's changing the future of farming in the Midwest. The innovative agricultural practices being implemented, such as agroforestry and rotational grazing, and their benefits for biodiversity and soil health. The collaborative effort involving organizations like Powell Gardens, Good Oak, the Audubon Society, and Lincoln University, and how community and business engagement plays a crucial role in the project's success. Country Club Bank–Member FDIC

The Midwest Center for Regenerative Agriculture at Powell Gardens aims to be an educational hub for conservation-focused farming practices in the Midwest.

Everyone has gone through traumatic experiences and dealing with emotional pain is difficult. Counselor Jody Goldie of Midwest Center for Trauma and Emotional Healing joins Bill to discuss how all our emotions can be good, how to get rid of trauma without an emotional connection too it, and why the Holy Spirit is our best source for getting over our emotional scaring. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

In this episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Tom Ascol. In his own words: "Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida, he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and Ph.D. degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has served as an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies (now Covenant Baptist Seminary), respectively. He was also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He has written numerous articles for journals and magazines and is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books and hosts a weekly podcast called The Sword and The Trowel. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for Founders Ministries. Tom also serves as the President of The Institute of Public Theology, which aims to train a coming generation of pastors and Christians to know the times, preach the Word, believe the Word, and do the Word. Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including four sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have sixteen grandchildren." I think you're really going to be encouraged by this conversation. Learn more about Founders Ministries: https://founders.org Follow Tom on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thomasascol/ Follow Tom on Twitter: https://twitter.com/tomascol Learn more about Be A Man here: https://linktr.ee/be_a_man_bam If you enjoyed the episode, please like, subscribe, and share with a friend!

Schools collect vast amounts of information from and about students – through cameras, computers, and their social media posts. Many children and parents aren't aware the data may be shared with private companies, law enforcement and even analyzed to identify and predict student behavior. School districts and surveillance companies say this is a way to prevent suicides and school shootings. But civil rights advocates are increasingly alarmed by the practices. They want to see more protections in place for students and more transparency on how the information is collected, stored and used. They worry that vulnerable children – Black and brown students, children with disabilities, LGBTQ youth and those living in poverty – are disproportionately negatively affected. This EWA Radio episode is a live recording of a panel discussion Public Editor Kavitha Cardoza had with panelists at the 2013 SXSW EDU Conference. They talked about algorithmic bias, surveillance technologies and other technologies that harm students of color, and speakers explained what some communities are doing to fight back. Speakers: Elizabeth Laird, director, Center for Democracy & Technology Clarence Okoh, senior policy counsel, Center for Law and Social Policy  Marika Pfefferkorn, executive director, Midwest Center for School Transformation

Schools collect vast amounts of information from and about students – through cameras, computers, and their social media posts. Many children and parents aren't aware the data may be shared with private companies, law enforcement and even analyzed to identify and predict student behavior. School districts and surveillance companies say this is a way to prevent suicides and school shootings. But civil rights advocates are increasingly alarmed by the practices. They want to see more protections in place for students and more transparency on how the information is collected, stored and used. They worry that vulnerable children – Black and brown students, children with disabilities, LGBTQ youth and those living in poverty – are disproportionately negatively affected. This EWA Radio episode is a live recording of a panel discussion Public Editor Kavitha Cardoza had with panelists at the 2013 SXSW EDU Conference. They talked about algorithmic bias, surveillance technologies and other technologies that harm students of color, and speakers explained what some communities are doing to fight back. Speakers: Elizabeth Laird, director, Center for Democracy & Technology Clarence Okoh, senior policy counsel, Center for Law and Social Policy  Marika Pfefferkorn, executive director, Midwest Center for School Transformation

Rev. Shirley Lawson is a licensed Universal Foundation for Better Living Ordained Minister (ufbl.org). Rev. Shirley graduated from Trinity International University, majoring in Organizational Leadership/Communication. She also received a Bachelor of Metaphysical Science, B. Msc. Degree, and Metaphysical Practitioners Diploma from the University of Metaphysics.In 2003, she was invited to an open house of In the Spirit (a recovery home for women) by Pam, a woman at Christ Universal Temple (CUT) where Shirley has attended since the 70's. During the tour, she felt so moved. She heard a voice say you will be teaching spirituality classes here. When the doors opened, Shirley started. She was invited by Reverend Dr. Helen Carey. Rev Helen called her into her office and asked her if she would start to teach and she said, wow, yes.Later, Rev. Lawson founded the Great Lakes Transformational Empowerment Ministries -which provides spiritual support classes for women and men in recovery in 2003. This ministry has been empowering people so that their lives can be transformed. Her message has helped them break free from addictions and realize their divine potential. Once the person leading meditations at CUT stepped down, Rev. Johnnie Colemon asked Shirley to lead that ministry. She said yes. This was after Shirley's first husband died from an overdose years before. Shirley later would lead Meditators for Better Living at CUT for several years.Shirley is the Founder and Spiritual Director of the Meditative Life Ministries, Inc. (Meditative Life Ministries | Facebook) - a not-for-profit educational organization dedicated to helping people live more mindful and meditative lives. Its vision is: “People everywhere improving their lives and communities through meditative practices.”Rev. Shirley learned from her own personal meditative practice. She was happier. She felt less stressed. Depressing thoughts were lessoning significantly. She had better focus. I had more peace within and felt an overall sense of well- being. She knew that they would benefit greatly from learning how to meditate and how to practice the presence of God through prayer and meditation.Shirley also studied at the Midwest Center for the Study of Oriental Medicine. For years, she studied massage therapy, shiatsu injunction, and more. She does the tapping meditations for people as well, also known as emotional freedom technique (EFT). One of Rev. Shirley's grandest accomplishments was to spearhead the honoring of Reverend Dr. Johnnie Colemon with a commemoration service and dedication of a plaque in honor of her work and for being the first African American to live on the grounds of Unity Village. Unity's Mayor David Vest and the Board of Trustees honored Dr. Colemon with a Proclamation making August 24, 2016 - Reverend Dr. Johnnie Colemon Day at Unity Village.Rev. Shirley is also the author of “Golden Spiritual Nuggets.” A compilation of inspired sayings that offer food for thought and practical advice to those on the spiritual path.In October 2021 Reverend Shirley received an “Outstanding Servant Leader” award at the Harvest Online Convention in the Philippines presented by Rev. Reg Tan.Listen to Rev. Celeste's poem, "Say Yes".Support the show

Julie Carmichael has her MPA in Public Finance from Syracuse University. For 7 years she served as Director of Programs for Amethyst Place, located in Kansas City's urban core, a facility that provides supportive housing for women who are recovering from drug and/or alcohol addiction, and their children. Prior to joining Amethyst Place Julie was owner of Public Finance Consultants for 22 years, working as a financial management consultant for over 30 area municipalities and nonprofits. Julie is currently working as a consultant to several nonprofits and in partnership with the Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership at UMKC, continuing her advocacy work to influence public policies and support programs that improve the lives of low-income children and families. We hope you enjoy, Julie Carmichael! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/happybottoms/support

Welcome to the business news headlines and make sure you click through for a conversation about the acquisition of Iowa Watch by the Midwest Center for Investitive Reporting and what that means for the two non-profits.  My guests are Lyle Muller and Pam Dempsey.  But, first the news: Higher Interest Rates; Netflix and Password Sharing; Debt Collection of Debt...not owed; Amazon taking on UPS and FedEx; That KitKat Bar...gonna cost you more; The company lost money but the stock goes up; The Wall Street Report; That didn't take long as CNN+ bites the dust. For the interview you'll meet returning guest Lyle Muller from Iowa Watch which was just acquired by the Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting or Investigate Midwest. The Executive Director of the news agency is Pam Dempsey who joins us on this call. To listen to that conversation click here. Thanks for coming by! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour. 

Hear more from Dr. Chasek in the webinar https://www.agrisafe.org/event/webinar-agriculture-and-alcohol-use/ (Agriculture and Alcohol Use) on December 8th. Continuing Education is available for live attendees or those who listen to the recording from the Midwest Center for Occupational Health and Safety. For more information:Read about the https://medlineplus.gov/alcohol.html (impact of alcohol on the body and standard drink sizes), https://medlineplus.gov/alcoholusedisorderaud.html (alcohol use disorder), and https://medlineplus.gov/alcoholusedisorderaudtreatment.html (treatment for alcohol use disorder) from https://medlineplus.gov/ (MedlinePlus). https://alcoholtreatment.niaaa.nih.gov/ (Find treatment options) from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism using their Navigator tool. https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/ (The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism) is a great place to get https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohols-effects-health (research-based information) on drinking and its impact. Alcohol use disorder is part of the larger issue of substance use disorders. Learn more about https://www.nami.org/About-Mental-Illness/Common-with-Mental-Illness/Substance-Use-Disorders (substance use disorders) from the https://www.nami.org/home (National Alliance on Mental Illness). Employer resources include the https://www.samhsa.gov/workplace/toolkit#policy (Drug-Free Workplace Toolkit) and https://www.samhsa.gov/workplace/legal/federal-laws/safety-security-sensitive (Considerations for Safety- and Security-sensitive Industries) from the https://www.samhsa.gov/ (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) and the https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/worklife/reference-materials/alcoholism-in-the-workplace-a-handbook-for-supervisors/ (Alcoholism in the Workplace: A Handbook for Supervisors) from the https://www.opm.gov/ (Office of Personnel Management). Learn more about "https://www.thewellbeingpartners.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Total_Worker_Health_and_Work_Life_Stress.5.pdf (Total Worker Health and Work-Life Stress)" in this article from Dr. Leslie B. Hammer and Dr. Steven Sauter. Sign up for the AgriSafe newsletter: https://www.agrisafe.org/newsletter/ (https://www.agrisafe.org/newsletter/ ) View upcoming webinars: https://www.agrisafe.org/events/ (https://www.agrisafe.org/events/) Created by AgriSafe Network with support from the National Library Of Medicine of the National Institutes of Health under Award Number UG4LM012345. The content is solely the responsibility of the authors and does not necessarily represent the official views of the National Institutes of Health.” Script Arranged by Laura Siegel Hosted by Tara Haskins Edited by Joel Sharpton Special Guests: Dr. Tina Chasek

I, with my friend Chris Klavetter, sit down with Mike Ellefson of Midwest Center for Movement, in Hudson, WI. He takes us through his journey in Shodokan Karate, Aikido and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. This of course leads to several great stories (including his relationship with Steven Segal) and he breaks down the importance of taking a real serious look into his mental health.https://www.midwestaikido.com/@mcfmhudson@porradaphotography

Summary: Difficult conversations are something that people rarely look forward to. The reality is ignoring a situation and hoping that it will resolve itself, rarely works. Join us to learn how to confidently step into a tough conversation and promote open communication. Intended Audience: Anyone who wants to be more effective when faced with a tough conversation. Objectives: At the end of the webinar, participants will be able to... - Identify talking points before you start talking - Create a communication safe zone - Establish agreements and accountability Continuing Education is available for this webinar! The Midwest Center for Occupational Health and Safety offers 0.1 CEU or 1.0 contact hours of participation. This course is eligible for 1.0 CPH Recertification Credits and is sponsored by the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, an approved provider of CPH Recertification Credits by the National Board of Public Health Examiners. The following groups of professionals have been able to use these CEUs in the past; Industrial Hygiene (CIH), Certified Public Health Professional (CPH), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Nursing (RN, LPN), Social Work (LSW), Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), Audiology (ABA), and others. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding any questions about receiving credits.

Summary: Hurricane Michael was the worst agriculture disaster in Georgia's history. The Department of Agriculture partnered with the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities and the Georgia Department of Public Health to develop outreach and educational materials to support farmer mental health in the state. This work continued during COVID-19. The Georgia Food and Feed Rapid Response Team (GA RRT) and partner agencies created a COVID-19 Food, Agriculture, and Hospitality Stress Workgroup to assess the impacts of stress and mental health across the nation through 2 online surveys. This presentation will cover partnership building, the evolution of farmer crisis resources in Georgia, and the development of outreach initiatives to inform food, agriculture, hospitality workers, and the public about the importance of the ABCs of Compassion Fatigue that includes awareness, balance, and connections. Intended Audience: Farmers, Public Health, Medical Providers (human and animal health), Emergency Managers, NGO, and General Public Objectives: At the end of this webinar, participants will be able to…. Understand how to build partnerships for farmer mental health Understand COVID-19 Stress and Mental Health Workgroup project timeline Recognize Behavioral and Mental Health impacts to farmers and other sectors during COVID-19 Identify Farmer Stress and Mental Health resources and outreach materials Continuing Education is available for this webinar! The Midwest Center for Occupational Health and Safety offers 0.1 CEU or 1.0 contact hours of participation. This course is eligible for 1.0 CPH Recertification Credits and is sponsored by the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, an approved provider of CPH Recertification Credits by the National Board of Public Health Examiners. The following groups of professionals have been able to use these CEUs in the past; Industrial Hygiene (CIH), Certified Public Health Professional (CPH), Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Nursing (RN, LPN), Social Work (LSW), Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), Audiology (ABA), and others. Please contact your accrediting agency regarding any questions about receiving credits.

Kathryn Rodrigues talked about being a 3rd culture kid, growing up in many countries and returning to the U.S. as a teenager, but not feeling at home. I loved how she talked about the space of transition, that time in motion and trying to capture that feeling in her work. She also shone a light on the world of freelance teaching artists, balancing teaching with art-making and parenting. Kathryn talked about the structure of her teaching time before the pandemic and how she brought the city of Chicago into the classroom through field trips to art venues as well as sharing local artists, working to create equity and improve access to cultural resources. She shared the idea of curriculum development centered around local BIPOC artists, rather than including them as an exception to the white-centered curriculum. That brought up a great question we can all ask ourselves - what is at the center of your teaching? Kathryn Rodrigues is a Chicago based artist and educator. She was born in Georgia and within weeks was on the move to her family's next destination. Her family moved to 10 different locations within the next 13 years, including Brazil, Mozambique, Portugal and Germany, before finally settling in Illinois. Being raised as a “third-culture kid” left her with a deep interest in cultural identity, notions of belonging and longing, domestic life, and the natural world. She often uses both visual and symbolic systems of mapping in her work as a way to express her interior life and navigate the world around her. Her work represents an investigation of and a reflection on the collection of experiences and memories that shape her identity. Kathryn received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography from the University of Illinois and a Master of Science in Art Education from the Massachusetts College of Art. She has taught courses for children and adults at the Massachusetts College of Art, National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago and Marwen. Exhibition highlights include the Chicago Cultural Center, Copley Society of Art, Woman Made Gallery, Midwest Center for Photography, Spilt Milk Gallery, Open House Contemporary and ARC Gallery. Blog post with images and more links: https://www.teachingartistpodcast.com/episode-62-kathryn-rodrigues/ www.kathrynrodrigues.com @kathryn.rodrigues . . . Follow: @teachingartistpodcast @pottsart @playinspiregallery Check out the featured artists: https://www.teachingartistpodcast.com/featured-artists/ Teaching The Truth Artist Talks sign up form: https://forms.gle/Tk3VDUCo9cdCGHCW7 Apply to do an IG Takeover @teachingartistpodcast: https://forms.gle/TqurTB9wvykPDbKZ6 Support this podcast. Subscribe, leave a review, or see more ways to support here (https://www.teachingartistpodcast.com/support/). We also offer opportunities for artists! (https://www.teachingartistpodcast.com/opportunities/) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teachingartistpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teachingartistpodcast/support

En este episodio Dana Cronin and Christine Herman talk to a group of farmworkers about getting the vaccine. A solo tres días de haber llegado desde Oaxaca, México Sergio Chavez  recibió la vacuna. He's been coming to the United States for years to work in the farms and says this pandemic affected farmworkers greatly.  He says he didn't expect the vaccine to go as smoothly as it did. Purdue University estimates that more than 480,000 agricultural workers have tested positive for COVID-19 nationwide and at least 9,000 have died from it. This figure likely underestimates the number greatly since it excludes contracted and temporary labor. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention, o CDC por sus siglas en Espanol, says farmworkers are at risk because farmworkers often have close contact to one another both in the fields and indoors like shared housing, cooking and eating areas, bathrooms, and laundry facilities.  The farming industry depends largely on migrant workers, according to the Department of Agriculture. The USDA says the number of worker visas, or H-2A, requested and approved has increased fivefold, from just over 48,000 positions certified in 2005 to nearly 258,000 in 2019.  There are 2.4 million farmworkers in the U.S. — at least half of whom are undocumented, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and all of whom should be prioritized for COVID-19 vaccines, according to the CDC. The CDC also recommends that vaccinations for farmworkers be offered near their worksites or in their communities.  This story was produced by Harvest Public Media and Side Effects Public Media in collaboration with the Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting. Dana and Christine are reporters with Illinois Newsroom. Follow them on Twitter:@DanaHCronin and @CTHerman.

In this episode, we discuss the definition and broader view of what it means to be a grant professional. Links: To learn more about The Grant Professionals Certification Institute visit their website here: https://www.grantcredential.org/ (https://www.grantcredential.org/)  attend an informational fireside on the evening of June 23rd: https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/LlzBCgJKqzhEGyBiN2-Be?domain=us02web.zoom.us (https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvdOuvrjooH9S_cLjFTdsJcoa3NNflodeH)   Julie Assel, GPC | https://asselgrantservices.com/ (asselgrantservices.com) Twitter: https://twitter.com/acgrants?lang=en (@ACgrants) https://www.facebook.com/AsselGrantServices (Facebook) https://www.facebook.com/AsselGrantServices (LinkedIn) Julie Assel, GPC, is the President/CEO and a Senior Writer for Assel Grant Services. Julie has a varied background in grant writing including writing for school districts of varying sizes, universities, and non-profit organizations. So far, she has written awarded grants totaling more than $145 million since 2003. Her expertise is in federal level grants with the Department of Education, National Science Foundation, National Institute of Health, and the Environmental Protection Agency. At the state level, she has successfully written to the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Department of Higher Education, and the Missouri Technology Commission among others. Julie earned the Grant Professional Certification (GPC) in January 2010 from the http://www.grantcredential.org/ (Grant Professionals Certification Institute). The GPC is a certification program that measures an individual’s ability to provide quality grant-related services within an ethical framework. Julie served as the President of the national https://www.grantcredential.org/about/board-of-directors/ (Grant Professionals Certification Institute Board of Directors) from 2018-2020 and is a current board member. She is the past President of the https://grantprofessionals.org/page/heartofamericachapter (Heart of America GPA Chapter in the Kansas City area) and past facilitator for the GPA Consultants Special Interest Group. She holds a https://bloch.umkc.edu/mcnl_programs (Fundraising Certificate) from the http://www.bloch.umkc.edu/mwcnl/ (Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership), a service and outreach unit of the Department of Public Affairs in the Henry W. Bloch School of Business and Public Administration at the University of Missouri Kansas City and a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa. Prior to starting her own business in 2008, she worked as the Grant and Medical Writer/Quality Assurance Officer for Cardiovascular Imaging Technologies and the Coordinator of Grants and Special Projects for the Kansas City Missouri School District. She has also worked as the Grant Writer for KidsTLC (formerly TLC for Children and Families). Want to see additional resources? https://resources.foundant.com/ (Visit resources.foundant.com) https://grantseekers.foundant.com/events/ (Register for a webinar) and your question might be heard in a future episode! Brought to you by Foundant Technologies

Applying for federal grants can – to put it mildly – be daunting. In this training, presenter Julie Assel, GPC makes it easier by guiding participants through the major components, the key similarities and differences between foundation and federal grants, and how policy can impact the timelines of federal grant opportunities and deadlines. She then guides you through some of the pitfalls and highlights of writing federal grants, including planning, writing, submission, management, and the hotly debated topics of writing styles and budgets/finances. Topics: Examine major trends in federal funding and how to find appropriate grant opportunities for your organization as an awardee or as a partner agency Examine key similarities and differences between foundation and federal grants Learn about whether federal grants are more difficult to manage Learn about federal planning approaches and writing styles Learn about factors impacting budgets Speaker: Julie Assel | President/CEO, Assel Grant Services Julie has written awarded grants totaling more than $100 million since 2003, writing both federal and foundation grants for non-profit organizations, healthcare organizations, universities, and school districts. She currently serves as Board President for the national Grant Professional Certification Institute and holds a Fundraising Certificate from the Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership and a Bachelor's Degree in Education from Luther College. Her organization, Assel Grant Services , takes the mystery out of the grant process, including research , proposal creation, and application process. Assel Grant Services is a GPCI Accepted Provider and Julie Assel is one of 10 GPA Approved Trainers who is also a credentialed grant professional (GPC). Want to see additional resources? https://resources.foundant.com/ (Visit resources.foundant.com) https://grantseekers.foundant.com/events/ (Register for a webinar) and your question might be heard in a future episode! Brought to you by Foundant Technologies.

The Washington Post explains how the Biden team is planning to work around obstruction from the Trump administration as it prepares for office. The Post also says there is acknowledgment within Trump's inner circle that he lost the election and that his attempts to change the results are all dead ends. And several Republican senators, including Chuck Grassley and Lindsey Graham, told CNN that Biden should start getting classified intelligence briefings. Politico breaks down the tensions between the moderate and progressive wings of the Democratic Party. And John Harris points out for Politico that the party’s leadership is not yet ready to hand over the reins to the next generation. USA Today and the Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting are out with revelations from a five-month investigation into a COVID-19 outbreak at a Triumph Foods pork processing plant. Vox answers your questions about planning for Thanksgiving. And NBC’s Today spoke with people who’ve pivoted away from traditions this year and opted for safer options instead.

This week, we’re exploring the creative strides being taken — both on the large-scale and individual-level — to avoid excess waste. Alicia Qian visits a driveway in San Jose, California that has become a hub for stocking up on vegetables and restoring community. Then, Tash Kimmell heads to Oakland, where a grocery store and cafe is using a circular economy model to promote sustainable shopping. In Brooklyn, Matan Dubnikov and Karina Peña-Andreatos explore how one restaurant created local partnerships to offset their food waste. And finally, we tune into a segment of Time for Lunch, to how to preserve vegetables with an easy pickling recipe. Further Reading:Learn more about the Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting’s recent findings on consumerism and food waste here. Vinder is a marketplace that connects local food artisans direct to local consumers. The model is like Etsy meets Ubereats, but for hyperlocal food. To learn more about Sam Lillie and Vinder, visit their site here.To learn more about zero-waste grocery shopping, visit MudLab’s site. Stay connected to Lighthouse through their website and Instagram, or visit the restaurant in Brooklyn or Nolita. Keep Meat and Three on the air: become an HRN Member today! Go to heritageradionetwork.org/donate. Meat and Three is powered by Simplecast.

Most of America’s soybean farmers have been using a herbicide called Dicamba, made to protect specific genetically-modified seeds.  But Dicamba is volatile and drifts across fencelines, killing neighboring soybean crops not seeded for Dicamba. And now, evidence suggests, the Dicamba is also killing many trees across the Midwest, from the Dakotas to Arkansas. Johnathan Hettinger of the Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting has the story.

Wendi runs a theater group in St. Charles County (Missouri) that gives opportunities to kids and adults who aspire to perform but need more outlets. From building college resumes to volunteer adults, Midwest Center for Performing Arts has been a great theatrical outlet for hundreds.

On June 1, 2020, WisconsinEye senior producer Steve Walters sat down with Dr. Susan Paskewitz, director of the MCE-VBD; and Dr. Bieneke Bron, post-doctoral researcher for the MCE-VBD, to discuss details of Midwest Center of Excellence for Vector-Borne Disease (MCE-VBD) and “The Tick App.”

Join Leslie Scott as she interviews Sydney Spears and Tracy Ochester of the Midwest Alliance for Mindfulness

Kansas City’s Nonprofit Voice! Sharing the stories of local nonprofits and connecting them with the community! We talk with philanthropists, volunteers, community activists, executive directors, and non-profit lovers from the Kansas City nonprofit community. Be seen, be heard with KC Cares! Kansas City’s Nonprofit Voice! On episode 379 of KC Cares, we talk with David Renz, Director with Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership! Great discussion about nonprofit leadership and education! Listen now! ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership  David Renz, Director The Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership at the University of Missouri-Kansas City is dedicated to enhancing performance and effectiveness in the nonprofit community through education, research and service mcnl.org; bloch.umkc.edu ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Find us on Facebook:@ Kccaresradio Twitter: @kccaresradio Instagram: @Kccaresonline ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Also available on Itunes || Spotify || Stitcher || Soundcloud || Youtube  ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• KC Cares, Kansas City’s nonprofit voice, tells the stories of Kansas City nonprofits and connects them with the community.   Produced by Charitable Communications  ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• In partnership with:  Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Take risks. Own success. Be Uncommon. TW: @kauffmanfdn FB: @kauffmanfdn IG: @kauffmanfdn

Did you know that a Missouri peach farmer lost 30,000 trees and his peach business due to drift from Monsanto’s dicamba herbicide? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and registered dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn, for her interview with Paul Lesko, attorney based in St. Louis who is a litigator representing farmers, nurseries, and individuals damaged by Monsanto’s dicamba herbicide. Lesko describes the Bader peach farm case in which the jury awarded Bader over 250 million dollars due to the loss of his peach trees from Monsanto’s highly volatile herbicide, dicamba. The story has been covered by the Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting and U.S. Right to Know. Anyone who has suffered crop or personal loss due to Monsanto’s (now Bayer) herbicides is advised to contact a lawyer. Related website: http://prwlegal.com

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol

#BibleStudy #ExpositoryPreaching #TomAscol Judges Overview The book bears the fitting name “Judges,” which refers to unique leaders God gave to His people for preservation against their enemies (2:16–19). The Hebrew title means “deliverers” or “saviors,” as well as judges (cf. Deut. 16:18; 17:9; 19:17). Twelve such judges arose before Samuel; then Eli and Samuel raised the count to 14. God Himself is the higher Judge (11:27). Judges spans about 350 years from Joshua’s conquest (ca. 1398 B.C.) until Eli and Samuel judged prior to the establishment of the monarchy (ca. 1043B.C.). Judges is a tragic sequel to Joshua. In Joshua, the people were obedient to God in conquering the Land. In Judges, they were disobedient, idolatrous, and often defeated. Judges 1:1–3:6 focuses on the closing days of the book of Joshua. Judges 2:6–9 gives a review of Joshua’s death (cf. Josh. 24:28–31). The account describes 7 distinct cycles of Israel’s drifting away from the Lord starting even before Joshua’s death, with a full departure into apostasy afterward. Five basic reasons are evident for these cycles of Israel’s moral and spiritual decline: 1) disobedience in failing to drive the Canaanites out of the Land (Judg. 1:19, 21, 35); 2) idolatry (2:12); 3) intermarriage with wicked Canaanites (3:5, 6); 4) not heeding judges (2:17); and 5) turning away from God after the death of the judges (2:19). A four-part sequence repeatedly occurred in this phase of Israel’s history: 1) Israel’s departure from God; 2) God’s chastisement in permitting military defeat and subjugation; 3) Israel’s prayer pleading for deliverance; and 4) God raising up “judges,” either civil or sometimes local military champions who led in shaking off the oppressors. Fourteen judges arose, six of them military judges (Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson). Two men were of special significance for contrast in spiritual leadership: 1) Eli, judge and High-Priest (not a good example); and 2) Samuel, judge, priest, and prophet (a good example). About your Teacher Tom Ascol Tom has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. His major field of study was Baptist Theology. He has been an adjunct professor for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in their SW Florida extension and has also taught systematic theology and pastoral theology at Reformed Theological Seminary and the Midwest Center for Theological Studies, respectively. He is also a Teaching Fellow at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Tom serves as the President of Founders Ministries, an organization committed to reformation and revival in local churches. He edits the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written numerous articles for journals and magazines. He is a regular contributor to TableTalk. He has also edited and contributed to several books. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries in addition to writing for the Founders Blog and Examiner.com. He also blogs at tomascol.com Tom enjoys riding motorcycles and, though he currently is "in between bikes," lives with the hope that one day he will have his own Harley. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and one daughter-in-law. They also have ten grandchildren. 100s more resources available at https://exposittheword.com/ Audio used with permission from Tom Ascol  

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A story broke in the news that certain sunscreens are actually being absorbed by the skin. What kind of harm can this cause this summer?

A story broke in the news that certain sunscreens are actually being absorbed by the skin. What kind of harm can this cause this summer?

Tom Ascol has served as a Pastor of Grace Baptist Church since 1986. Prior to moving to Florida he served as pastor and associate pastor of churches in Texas. He has a BS degree in sociology from Texas A&M University (1979) and has also earned the MDiv and PhD degrees from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas. He has served as an adjunct professor of theology for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, Reformed Theological Seminary, the Midwest Center for Theological Studies and Reformed Baptist Seminary. He is currently a Visiting Professor at the Nicole Institute for Baptist Studies at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida and adjunct professor for Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary through their Southwest Florida Equip Center. Tom serves as the Executive Director of Founders Ministries. He has edited the Founders Journal, a quarterly theological publication of Founders Ministries, and has written hundreds of articles for various journals and magazines. He has been a regular contributor to TableTalk, the monthly magazine of Ligonier Ministries. He has also edited and contributed to several books in addition to authoring From the Protestant Reformation to the Southern Baptist Convention and Traditional Theology and the SBC. Tom regularly preaches and lectures at various conferences throughout the United States and other countries. In addition to contributing to the Founders Blog he also blogs at tomascol.com. He and Donna have ten children, including 3 sons-in-law and a daughter-in-law. They also have five granddaughters, one of whom has preceded them into the land of the living, and five grandsons. All of their grandchildren, by the way, absolutely rock.The Truth in Grace Memory Books can be found hereThe Attributes of God can be found hereThe Sword and The Trowel Podcast can be found hereInformation for the 2019 Founders National Conference can be found hereIntro created and performed by Isaac Johnson

Winter is here! What are the best ways to protect your skin from such cold temperatures?

Winter is here! What are the best ways to protect your skin from such cold temperatures?

Kansas City's Nonprofit  Digital Resource! Sharing the stories of local nonprofits and connecting them with the community! We talk with philanthropists, volunteer, community activists, executive directors from various nonprofits in the Kansas City community. Be seen, be heard with KC Cares! Hosted by Ruth Baum Bigus and Bobby Keys This Weeks Guests: __________________________________________ (pre recorded) Tim Grunhard  __________________________________________ Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership David Renz, director Web site: www.bloch.umkc.edu/mwcnl Twitter: @UMKCbloch  __________________________________________ Dr. Philanthropy segment Jeffrey Byrne, Founder of Jeffrey Byrne & Associates Web site: www.fundraisingjba.com _______________________________________ Find us on Facebook: Kccaresradio Instagram: Kccaresonline Twitter @Kccaresradio

Welcome to #SoulfireSunday, a Mental Health Podcast. This is the second Podcast, back at it in 2018. Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne get together to finish their Cognitive Behavioral Therapy course. In this episode, they re-cap previous sessions and how they used the tools they learned from this program during their time off. Did the tools work? Tune in and find out. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session included with the program. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to #SoulfireSunday, a Mental Health Podcast. This is the second Podcast, back at it in 2018. Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne get together to finish their Cognitive Behavioral Therapy course. In this episode, they re-cap previous sessions and how they used the tools they learned from this program during their time off. Did the tools work? Tune in and find out. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session included with the program. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to #SoulfireSunday, a Mental Health Podcast. This is session 13 of a 15 session journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session included with the program. The topic for this week is: Anxiety & Time Management. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Typically on Sunday's Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program, but this week was a little more freestyle. Suicide was a bug focus during this one. Every other Sunday these men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session included with the program. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to #SoulfireSunday, a Mental Health Podcast. This is session 13 of a 15 session journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session included with the program. The topic for this week is: Anxiety & Time Management. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Typically on Sunday's Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program, but this week was a little more freestyle. Suicide was a bug focus during this one. Every other Sunday these men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session included with the program. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to session 12 of a 15 session journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session included with the program. The topic for this week is: The Courage To Change. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to session 10 of a 15 session journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session included with the program. The topic this week was: How To Address Obsessive, Scary Thoughts. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to session 11 of a 15 session journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session included with the program. The topic for this week is: Anxiety & Depression: A Candid Dialogue About Medication and Alcohol. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to session 12 of a 15 session journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session included with the program. The topic for this week is: The Courage To Change. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to session 11 of a 15 session journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session included with the program. The topic for this week is: Anxiety & Depression: A Candid Dialogue About Medication and Alcohol. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to session 10 of a 15 session journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session included with the program. The topic this week was: How To Address Obsessive, Scary Thoughts. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to session 8 of a 15 session journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session. The topic this week was: How To Put An End To "What-If Thinking" (Anticipatory Anxiety). You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to session 7 of a 15 session journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session. The topic this week was: Assertive Behaviour - Speak Confidently and Gain Respect. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to the eight week of a 15 week journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session. This week Paulie was away, so Shawn & Scott re-cap what they've learned from the first 6 sessions and share personal experiences relating to each topic. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to session 8 of a 15 session journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session. The topic this week was: How To Put An End To "What-If Thinking" (Anticipatory Anxiety). You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to the eight week of a 15 week journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session. This week Paulie was away, so Shawn & Scott re-cap what they've learned from the first 6 sessions and share personal experiences relating to each topic. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to session 7 of a 15 session journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session. The topic this week was: Assertive Behaviour - Speak Confidently and Gain Respect. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

This is Episode 7 of the #SoulfireSunday Segment of The Sex & Suicide Podcast. It's our Mental Health night, where Scott Milne, Paulie O'Byrne, and Shawn Evans openly discuss this weeks topic which is: Stop Being Angry and Control Your Mood Swings. This is part of a 15 week Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program from Lucinda Bassett and The Midwest Center. These men are doing this to encourage other men to open up, and also in hopes that while students are away from school and don't have supports in place to cope with mental health issues, they will find the help they need through these Segments on The Sex & Suicide Podcast. This is for people of all ages, if you are struggling with mental health issues, we hope this will help.

This is episode 6 of the Sunday Mental Health, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program where Scott Milne, Paulie O'Byrne, and Shawn Evans openly discuss this weeks topic which is Diet & Exercise: Eating Healthy To Lessen Stress, Anxiety, and Depression. You'll Also see a few surprise visitors join the show! One being a biker who now fights the good fight! This is part of a 15 week Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program from Lucinda Bassett and The Midwest Center.

This is episode 6 of the Sunday Mental Health, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program where Scott Milne, Paulie O'Byrne, and Shawn Evans openly discuss this weeks topic which is Diet & Exercise: Eating Healthy To Lessen Stress, Anxiety, and Depression. You'll Also see a few surprise visitors join the show! One being a biker who now fights the good fight! This is part of a 15 week Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program from Lucinda Bassett and The Midwest Center.

This is Episode 7 of the #SoulfireSunday Segment of The Sex & Suicide Podcast. It's our Mental Health night, where Scott Milne, Paulie O'Byrne, and Shawn Evans openly discuss this weeks topic which is: Stop Being Angry and Control Your Mood Swings. This is part of a 15 week Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Program from Lucinda Bassett and The Midwest Center. These men are doing this to encourage other men to open up, and also in hopes that while students are away from school and don't have supports in place to cope with mental health issues, they will find the help they need through these Segments on The Sex & Suicide Podcast. This is for people of all ages, if you are struggling with mental health issues, we hope this will help.

This is the first ever #SoulfireSunday segment of The Sex & Suicide Podcast. This was inspired by the TV Show 13 Reasons Why, in which a teen suicide is at the center of the plot. That's a TV Show, this is real life. Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne all come together from different backgrounds to show it's okay for men to open up, speaking openly about their own mental health struggles and experiences. They also discuss a 15 week Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program from Lucinda Bassett at the Midwest Center that they'll be following together for the next 15 weeks from start to finish, in hopes that while students are away from school and don't have supports in place to cope with mental health issues, they will find the help they need through these men on The Sex & Suicide Podcast. This is for people of all ages, if you are struggling with mental health issues, we hope this will help.

Welcome to the second week of a 15 week journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session. The topics this week were Stigma and Panic Attacks (6 steps to ending them). You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

This is the start of a 15 week journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne embark on that path of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. They are taking Lucinda Bassett's program from the MidWest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session. The topics this week were Anxiety & Depression: Symptoms, Causes, and Common Fears. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Welcome to the second week of a 15 week journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These men are following Lucinda Bassett's program from the Midwest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session. The topics this week were Stigma and Panic Attacks (6 steps to ending them). You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

This is the first ever #SoulfireSunday segment of The Sex & Suicide Podcast. This was inspired by the TV Show 13 Reasons Why, in which a teen suicide is at the center of the plot. That's a TV Show, this is real life. Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne all come together from different backgrounds to show it's okay for men to open up, speaking openly about their own mental health struggles and experiences. They also discuss a 15 week Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program from Lucinda Bassett at the Midwest Center that they'll be following together for the next 15 weeks from start to finish, in hopes that while students are away from school and don't have supports in place to cope with mental health issues, they will find the help they need through these men on The Sex & Suicide Podcast. This is for people of all ages, if you are struggling with mental health issues, we hope this will help.

This is the start of a 15 week journey in which Shawn Evans, Scott Milne, and Paulie O'Byrne embark on that path of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. They are taking Lucinda Bassett's program from the MidWest Center and share their insights from their own experience and the audio session. The topics this week were Anxiety & Depression: Symptoms, Causes, and Common Fears. You can purchase the full program (highly recommended) from stresscenter.com and follow along with the boys!

Episode No. 3 of the KC Art Pie podcast features poet Gloria Vando Hickok, who founded Helicon Nine, co-founded The Writers Place, and generally, is a very busy woman. Photo by Anika Paris We spoke over the phone about Helicon Nine: The Journal of Women’s Arts & Letters which she founded in 1977 in Kansas City, Missouri, to provide a quality literary publication by and about women. The magazine provided a forum for women in the arts at a time when women were being excluded from major anthologies, history books, museums, and academic curricula. It published the work of well over 500 artist. In 1992 Helicon Nine, changed its name to Midwest Center for the Literary Arts, Inc., in order to expand its mission to include the publication of fine books of literature through Helicon Nine Editions and the founding of The Writers Place, a regional literary community center, library, and gallery offering public and educational programs for all ages. As a poet, Gloria has edited and published numerous anthologies of poetry and received awards for her own books, Promesas: Geography of the Impossible, a personal encounter with the history of colonialism and her family roots in Puerto Rico; Shadows and Supposes, named the Best Poetry Book of 2003 by the Latino Hall of Fame; and Woven Voices, a cross-generational work with her mother and daughter. Though she returns to Kansas City regularly, she now lives in California. Limited back issues of Helicon Nine are available on Amazon, including one of Gloria's favorites: The Marianne Moore issue   The Helicon Nine Reader: A Celebration of Women in the Arts

My wife, Taeko, and I include photography in our small art collection at home. I believe photography is often under-appreciated in fine arts circles in America. Thankfully, we have a photographer-artist in Wichita who devotes her life to the fine art of photography. She's Linda K. Robinson, owner of the Midwest Center for Photography, on Franklin Street in Riverside.

Hi everyone, Please join me, Jorianne The Coffee Psychic ,  with my guest  Master/Healer/Teacher Terry Dulin,  founder of Midwest Center of Reiki Advancement tonight Wednesday 6-15-16 at www.blogTalkRadio/JorianneTheCoffeePsychic.com streamed live at 8:00 PM  CST as we explore the power of healing within children. Can your child becomne a Reiki Healer. Or have your kids had any Healing experiences? Please call if you've seen the signs. Also any other calls are welcome.  Feel free to call in with any questions or stories at 347-633-9404 For further information on booking a private psychic reading please call 219-940-9292 or check me out at www.CoffeePsychic.com If you feel your children are gifted and are interested in joining one of Master Reiki Terry Dulins Reiki childrens classes Call 219-712-0507 to register or check her out ar www.Midwestcenterfor reikiadvancement

Host: Alan S. Brown, MD, FNLA A paradigm shift in the management of lipid disorders has been witnessed of late based on evidence reviews by the AHA and the ACC. Where the clinical dogma once focused on targeting specific lipoproteins, clinicians are now trending toward using appropriate dosages of statins for lowering non-HDL cholesterol. What are the ramifications of this change in approach, and how does the NLA weigh in on recommendations for targets and goals? To address these and other questions, host Dr. Alan Brown welcomes Kevin Maki, PhD, FNLA, CLS, Chief Science Officer for Midwest Center for Metabolic and Cardiovascular Research and Adjunct Faculty in Biostatistics and Applied Epidemiology at DePaul University, Chicago, IL.

Host: Alan S. Brown, MD, FNLA What's the evidence for LDL and other non-HDL targets for primary and secondary prevention of heart disease? What are the comparative benefits versus toxicities of all lipid-lowering medications in clinical use? Addressing these and other questions from the standpoing of recent NLA recommendations is Kevin Maki, PhD, FNLA, CLS, Chief Science Officer for Midwest Center for Metabolic and Cardiovascular Research and Adjunct Faculty in Biostatistics and Applied Epidemiology at DePaul University, Chicago, IL. Produced in partnership with

Guest: Kevin C. Maki, PhD, FNLA, CLS Host: Alan S. Brown, MD, FNLA At the most recent National Lipid Association (NLA) meeting, host Dr. Alan Brown welcomes Kevin Maki, PhD, FNLA, CLS, Chief Science Officer for Midwest Center for Metabolic and Cardiovascular Research and Adjunct Faculty position in Biostatistics and Applied Epidemiology at DePaul University, Chicago, IL. Drs. Brown and Maki discuss the evidence of the relationship of statin use and risk of new onset of diabetes; as well as, the relationship of statin use and the possiblity of worsening glycemia in those patients who have diabetes. What are the conclusions? What should clinicians be screening for? Download and listen to this great conversation! Sponsored by

Hi everyone, Please join me, Jorianne The Coffee Psychic ,  with my guest  Master/Healer/Teacher Terry Dulin,  founder of Midwest Center of Reiki Advancement tonight Wednesday 2-26-14 at www.blogTalkRadio/JorianneTheCoffeePsychic.com streamed live at 8:00 PM  CST as we explore the power of healing within children. Can your child becomne a Reiki Healer. Or have your kids had any Healing experiences? Please call if you've seen the signs. Also any other calls are welcome.  Feel free to call in with any questions or stories at 347-633-9404 For further information on booking a private psychic reading please call 219-940-9292 or check me out at www.CoffeePsychic.com

Join Devin and Melissa Pellew each week at they discuss topics related to biblical theology, Christian apologetics and worldview issues. This week, we will be discussing the topic of Mormonism. What do Mormons believe? How is their view of God and salvation different from the orthodox Christian view? On the air with us to answer these and other questions will be John Divito of the Midwest Center for Theological Studies. John, is a former Mormon and graduate of the Applied Apologetics program at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Be sure to join us for this informative and exciting show!

Lucinda Bassett rose to success as the founder of the Midwest Center for Stress and Anxiety. But her personal life has been far from an easy journey. She grew up poor in Ohio with an abusive father, who was also an alcoholic. She battled anxiety disorder and her husband of 25 years committed suicide in 2008. Lucinda speaks with Mental Health and Wellness Radio host Jenee Darden about her life and inspirational new book, Truth Be Told: A Memoir of Success, Suicide, and Survival. 

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