Podcasts about Moderation

What if the biggest obstacle to changing your drinking isn't that you're doing too little—but that you've decided anything less than a dramatic change doesn't count?In this revisited episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly explores the all-or-nothing thinking that can make sustainable change harder than it needs to be.You'll learn why the Doable Drink Plan starts with meeting yourself where you are, how perfectionism can quietly undermine progress, and why small, repeatable changes can help you build trust in yourself.Molly also examines the long-standing belief that abstinence is the only “real” way to change your drinking. Alcohol-free breaks can absolutely be helpful, but the thinking behind the action matters. Are you choosing a break because it supports your long-term goals—or because you believe anything less isn't good enough?In this episode:Why perfectionism can sabotage progressHow “this isn't enough” thinking keeps people stuckWhy small wins matterThe role of the Doable Drink PlanHow to think about alcohol-free breaks without turning them into a testWhy sustainable change is built through continuous improvementThe question isn't simply, “Am I doing enough?”A better question may be:“Is what I'm doing helping me build the skills and confidence I need for sustainable change?”Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode, we explore self-awareness, spiritual growth, character development, and the ability to widen our perspective enough to see the world around us and ourselves within it. We explore what happens when awareness becomes hyper-fixation, why even healthy practices can become excessive, and how the virtues of accurate perception, moderation, loving-kindness, and non-injury can bring us back into balance.⏰Timestamps:00:00 Life Update: The Orange Cat Chronicles06:00 Self-Awareness, Humility & Grace08:00 Learning Through Mentors and Our Blind Spots09:00 My Gym Irritation10:00 The Moment I Realized: “I Smell Too”12:00 Self-Awareness vs. Self-Consciousness13:00 How Self-Awareness Creates Humility14:00 When Awareness Becomes Hyper-Fixation15:00 Moderation, Non-Excessiveness & the Virtues16:00 My Thermogram Experience19:00 When Judgment Becomes a Mirror20:00 Character Development & Seeing Our Blind Spots21:19 Energy Healing 22:19 Closing + The Impact We Leave Behind

We often think we need confidence, motivation, or certainty before we act—but the brain usually works in the opposite direction.In this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores how the brain uses prediction, feedback, and experience to update what it believes is possible.You'll learn:Why the brain constantly predicts what will happen nextHow prediction error gives the brain new informationWhat Albert Bandura's research on self-efficacy tells us about building confidenceWhy actually doing something creates evidence that thinking and planning cannotHow feedback can recalibrate confidence over timeWhy uncertainty does not automatically mean a decision is wrongHow small experiments can build both confidence and clarityA simple process to try:Notice the predictionTake the smallest action that can test itLook honestly at the feedbackUpdate what you believeConfidence is not always the entrance requirement. Sometimes it is what your brain builds after you walk through the door.Key takeaway: You don't always act because you know. Sometimes you know because you acted. ★ Support this podcast ★

­Heute im Pendler-Update: Immer mehr Grenzgänger leiden laut einer Psychologin unter Stress, Erschöpfung und psychischer Belastung im Job. Deutschland will die Kontrollen an den Außengrenzen bis mindestens Mitte März 2027 verlängern – Luxemburg will erneut dagegen vorgehen. Die Krankenkasse warnt vor Phishing-Mails, mit denen Betrüger an persönliche und finanzielle Daten von Versicherten gelangen wollen. Die Fouer startet und bringt 20 Tage lang Fahrgeschäfte, Gastronomie und Unterhaltung auf das Glacis. ­ ­ Hier geht‘s zum letzten Pendler-Update: Rauch über Luxemburg, Niedrigwasser & Streit im Gesundheitswesen ­Schon gehört? Grenzgänger gesucht: Zieht Luxemburg noch immer Deutsche an? ­ Schreibt uns eure Fragen und Anregungen gerne an pendler@wort.lu! ­ Der Pendler Club ist ein Podcast vom Luxemburger Wort. Mediahuis Luxembourg sind Teil des internationalen Trust Project, das für transparenten und vertrauenswürdigen Journalismus steht. Weitere Informationen dazu gibt es hier. ­ Moderation und Produktion: Jil Reale Redaktion: Luxemburger WortSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on the Alcohol Minimalist podcast, I'm revisiting one of the most-downloaded episodes from the archives: a conversation about Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), physical dependence, and why labels aren't always the most useful place to start.If you've ever wondered, Do I have a drinking problem? Am I drinking too much? Am I addicted? this episode will help you look at those questions with more clarity and less drama.Alcohol Use Disorder isn't determined simply by how much you drink. It exists on a spectrum from mild to severe and is based on how alcohol is affecting your behavior, health, relationships, and ability to control your drinking.In this episode, we talk about:How Alcohol Use Disorder is definedWhy comparing your drinking to someone else's isn't helpfulThe difference between alcohol misuse, AUD, and physical dependenceWhy withdrawal symptoms require medical guidanceHow labels can sometimes keep us from honestly evaluating our drinkingWhy the better question may be: Is alcohol creating results I actually want in my life?An important safety noteIf you regularly experience withdrawal symptoms such as shakiness, sweating, nausea, racing heart, or seizures when alcohol wears off, seek professional medical guidance before abruptly stopping drinking. Alcohol withdrawal can be serious.You don't need to wait for alcohol to become a severe problem before deciding to change.Pay attention to the data. Look honestly at the results alcohol is creating. Then decide what one small change could move you toward a more peaceful relationship with alcohol.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

»Zeugenschaft« Ob und wie Fotografien die Wirklichkeit abbilden ist seit Erfindung des Mediums Fotografie Grundlage für die zugehörige theoretische Auseinandersetzung. Doch wie steht es um die praktische Auseinandersetzung? Wie nutzen Künstler*innen fotografische Elemente, um Zeugenschaft in Gemälden oder Skulpturen zu fingieren, Wahrheiten zu vermitteln oder Fiktionen Gewicht zu verleihen? Die Untersuchung widmet sich der ästhetischen Glaubwürdigkeit diverser fotografischer Produkte und derer technischen und bildnerischen Eigenschaften. Emma Rüther wurde 2000 in Wiesbaden geboren, studierte an der Kunstakademie Düsseldorf in der Klasse von Christopher Williams und ist Meisterschülerin von Sophie Thun. Sie untersuchte in ihrer Abschlussarbeit mit dem Titel: »Die Erfindung der Fotografie« die Arbeiten von zwanzig Erfindern aus sieben Ländern, die parallel und ohne voneinander zu wissen die Grundlagen für die Entstehung der Fotografie um das Jahr 1800 legten. Emma Rüther verankert in ihrer wissenschaftlichen Studie, die auf einer dreijährigen Forschungsarbeit beruht, die Entstehung der Fotografie in neuen Strömungen der Landschaftsmalerei, die im späten 18. Jahrhundert aufkommen. https://towards.photography/en/emma-ruether/ https://www.instagram.com/elmarrueger/ https://www.dgph.de/ausstellungen/emma-ruether- die-erfindung-der-fotografie https://festival-fotografischer-bilder.de/portfolio/emma-ruether/ Foto: Susanne Suttner ​- - - Episoden-Cover-Gestaltung: Andy Scholz Episoden-Cover-Foto: Susanne Suttner - - - Link zu unserem Newsletter: https://deutscherfotobuchpreis.de/newsletter/ - - - Idee, Produktion, Redaktion, Moderation, Schnitt, Ton, Musik: Andy Scholz Der Podcast ist eine Produktion von STUDIO ANDY SCHOLZ 2020-2026. Andy Scholz wurde 1971 in Varel geboren. Er studierte Philosophie und Medienwissenschaften an der Universität Düsseldorf, Kunst und Design an der HBK Braunschweig und Fotografie/Fototheorie an der Folkwang Universität der Künste in Essen. Er ist freier Künstler, Autor und Dozent. Seit 2012 unterrichtet er an verschiedenen Instituten, u.a.: Universität Regensburg, Fachhochschule Würzburg, North Dakota State University in Fargo (USA), Philipps-Universität Marburg, Ruhr Universität Bochum, Pädagogische Hochschule Ludwigsburg. 2016 wurde er in die Deutsche Gesellschaft für Photographie (DGPh) berufen. Seit 2016 ist er künstlerischer Leiter und Kurator vom INTERNATIONALEN FESTIVAL FOTOGRAFISCHER BILDER, das er gemeinsam mit Martin Rosner gründete. Im ersten Lockdown im Juni 2020 begann er mit dem Podcast und seit 2022 ist er Organisationsleiter vom Deutschen Fotobuchpreis, der ins INTERNATIONALE FESTIVAL FOTOGRAFISCHER BILDER in Regensburg integriert wurde. Er lebt und arbeitet in Essen (Ruhrgebiet). https://fotografieneudenken.de/ https://www.instagram.com/fotografieneudenken/ https://festival-fotografischer-bilder.de/ https://www.instagram.com/festivalfotografischerbilder/ https://deutscherfotobuchpreis.de/ https://www.instagram.com/deutscher_fotobuchpreis/ https://andyscholz.com/ https://www.instagram.com/scholzandy/

Shep Rose from Bravo's Southern Charm is on the pod today! We are chatting about our history, whether or not he's actually ready to settle down, his new book Nothing in Moderation, the problem with politics today, what his type is, his relationship to alcohol at the moment, and so much more. — Get More We Met At Acme! Youtube: @wemetatacme IG: @lindzmetz @wemetatacme @wemetatbaby Substack: @wemetatacme + @wemetatbaby Website: @wemetatacme — This episode is sponsored by:: Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Don't wait. Go to Quince.com/acme for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns Join the membership for where you live at joinbilt.com/acme Learn more and plan your trip at VisitBuffalo.com If you are interested in learning more about therapy or our services head to beyoupsychotherapy.com If you're expecting, Nanit is definitely the number one thing you're going to want to add to your baby registry. You can learn more about Nanit on their website at nanit.com. — Produced by Dear Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we're talking to a guest who helps professionals with personal alcohol concerns create a new relationship with alcohol withalcohol moderation coaching as an alternative to abstinence-only treatment. My guest today is Michele D. Perron. Michelle was originally a guest on Ep 134 of my sister podcast, the Women in the Middle Entrepreneurs, which is about the reality of running your business after 50. Her story of resilience is so compelling and interesting, I couldn't resist sharing here as well. Michele's career path has been quite a diverse, unusual journey. Learn More Here!

Rumination can feel like problem-solving, but often it's just repetitive thinking that keeps us focused on the problem instead of moving toward a solution.In this revisited Think Thursday episode, Molly explores why our brains get caught in negative thought loops, how rumination can interfere with behavior change, and why overthinking itself can become a habit.In this episode:What rumination is—and how it differs from productive reflectionWhy the brain believes replaying problems will help keep us safeHow rumination contributes to stress, anxiety, self-doubt, and analysis paralysisWhy repeated thoughts about past failures can make change feel impossibleHow shifting from “Why?” to “How?” can move your brain toward solutionsThe value of purposeful distraction for interrupting a thought loopHow self-compassion helps reduce rumination and build resilienceWhy putting a time limit on problem-solving can keep you from overthinkingHow the “name it to tame it” practice creates distance between you and your thoughtsThe takeaway:Your thoughts are not you—and you don't have to follow every thought your brain offers.Learning to notice rumination, interrupt the pattern, and intentionally redirect your thinking is another form of behavior change. The more you practice it, the easier it becomes to stop spinning your wheels and start moving forward.Resources mentioned:Susan Nolen-Hoeksema's research on ruminationEthan Kross, Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness ItKristin Neff's research on self-compassion ★ Support this podcast ★

In Vertretung für Dr. Christiane Stahl war Stefanie Regina Dietzel vom 20. bis 22. November 2025 zu Gast als Referentin beim INTERNATIONALEN FESTIVAL FOTOGRAFISCHER BILDER und hielt in Vertretung für Dr. Christiane Stahl einen Vortrag über eine Ausstellung von Jon Foncuberta in der Alfred Ehrhardt Stiftung Berlin. In ihrem Vortrag berichte sie nicht nur über die Ausstellung sondern erzählt, warum sie grandios scheiterte. Sie ist Leiterin Archiv der Alfred Ehrhardt Stiftung in Berlin. Stefanie Regina Dietzel studierte Kunst- und Bildgeschichte an der Humboldt Universität zu Berlin. Sie absolvierte ein wissenschaftliches Volontariat an den Staatlichen Museen zu Berlin, wo sie im Museum für Fotografie 2019 eine Retrospektive des Fotografen Ludwig Windstosser erarbeitete. Zuletzt kuratierte sie 2023 die Ausstellung »Fortschritt als Versprechen. Industriefotografie im geteilten Deutschland« am Deutschen Historischen Museum. Aktuell leitet sie das Archiv der Alfred Ehrhardt Stiftung in Berlin und promoviert in Theorie und Geschichte der Fotografie an der Folkwang Universität der Künste in Essen. Links https://www.aestiftung.de https://festival-fotografischer-bilder.de/portfolio/dr-christiane-stahl/ Foto: Susanne Suttner ​- - - Episoden-Cover-Gestaltung: Andy Scholz Episoden-Cover-Foto: Susanne Suttner - - - Link zu unserem Newsletter: https://deutscherfotobuchpreis.de/newsletter/ - - - Idee, Produktion, Redaktion, Moderation, Schnitt, Ton, Musik: Andy Scholz Der Podcast ist eine Produktion von STUDIO ANDY SCHOLZ 2020-2026. Andy Scholz wurde 1971 in Varel geboren. Er studierte Philosophie und Medienwissenschaften an der Universität Düsseldorf, Kunst und Design an der HBK Braunschweig und Fotografie/Fototheorie an der Folkwang Universität der Künste in Essen. Er ist freier Künstler, Autor und Dozent. Seit 2012 unterrichtet er an verschiedenen Instituten, u.a.: Universität Regensburg, Fachhochschule Würzburg, North Dakota State University in Fargo (USA), Philipps-Universität Marburg, Ruhr Universität Bochum, Pädagogische Hochschule Ludwigsburg. 2016 wurde er in die Deutsche Gesellschaft für Photographie (DGPh) berufen. Seit 2016 ist er künstlerischer Leiter und Kurator vom INTERNATIONALEN FESTIVAL FOTOGRAFISCHER BILDER, das er gemeinsam mit Martin Rosner gründete. Im ersten Lockdown im Juni 2020 begann er mit dem Podcast und seit 2022 ist er Organisationsleiter vom Deutschen Fotobuchpreis, der ins INTERNATIONALE FESTIVAL FOTOGRAFISCHER BILDER in Regensburg integriert wurde. Er lebt und arbeitet in Essen (Ruhrgebiet). https://fotografieneudenken.de/ https://www.instagram.com/fotografieneudenken/ https://festival-fotografischer-bilder.de/ https://www.instagram.com/festivalfotografischerbilder/ https://deutscherfotobuchpreis.de/ https://www.instagram.com/deutscher_fotobuchpreis/ https://andyscholz.com/ https://www.instagram.com/scholzandy/

What does it actually look like to drink like an Alcohol Minimalist?This week, as part of Summer's Greatest Hits, I'm revisiting one of the most downloaded and foundational episodes of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, originally released in September 2022.Being an Alcohol Minimalist isn't just about counting drinks or adding more alcohol-free days to your calendar. It's about changing the way you think about alcohol, planning intentionally, paying attention to how alcohol affects your body, and ultimately creating a relationship with alcohol that feels peaceful—not restrictive, stressful, or out of control.In this episode, I'm sharing practical strategies you can use when you choose to drink, including how alcohol by volume affects what actually counts as a standard drink, why eating before you drink matters, and how slowing down can make it easier to stick to your plan.I also talk about an important distinction that sits at the heart of the Alcohol Minimalist approach: I don't drink alcohol with the intention of getting drunk.If intoxication is the primary reason you want to drink—if alcohol is how you escape, let go, numb out, or create fun—that's worth getting curious about. Your most peaceful relationship with alcohol might look different than someone else's, and for some people, that may ultimately mean choosing not to drink at all.In this episode, you'll learn:Why making a drinking plan ahead of time is an act of empowerment—not punishment or deprivationHow small, 1% improvements can help you build evidence that you are capable of changing your drinking habitsWhy checking the alcohol by volume (ABV) matters, especially with higher-ABV beers like IPAsHow choosing lower-ABV beverages or combining alcoholic and non-alcoholic options can reduce your total alcohol intakeWhy drinking on an empty stomach can cause alcohol to be absorbed more quicklyHow food, mixers, carbonation, caffeine, and other factors may influence your experience with alcoholWhy paying attention to your drinking pace mattersHow alternating alcoholic beverages with water or non-alcoholic drinks can help you slow downWhy you never have to finish the drink simply because it's sitting in front of youThe difference between intentionally including alcohol in your life and intentionally drinking to become intoxicatedWhy “alcohol makes things more fun” is a belief worth questioningHow to recognize when your most peaceful relationship with alcohol might actually be no alcohol at allThe Characteristics of an Alcohol MinimalistIn the episode, I also share the eight characteristics I believe define an Alcohol Minimalist.A Question to ConsiderIf the only reason you want to drink alcohol is because you want to feel drunk, what are you actually asking alcohol to do for you?You don't need to answer that question with judgment. Answer it with curiosity.Because becoming an Alcohol Minimalist isn't about following somebody else's rules for drinking. It's about becoming more intentional, understanding your own patterns, and creating a relationship with alcohol that supports the life you actually want to live.Take something you learned from this episode and put it into action. Changing your drinking habits and creating a peaceful relationship with alcohol is possible.Until next time, choose peace.Resources MentionedDownload Characteristics of an Alcohol Minimalist.Join the private Alcohol Minimalists: Change Your Alcohol Habits Facebook community for ongoing support and practical tips.Learn more about Sunnyside Med and its medication-supported approach to reducing alcohol cravings through the link provided with this episode.Learn more about working with Molly and the resources available for changing your relationship with alcohol at MollyWatts.com.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

Schwierige Löscharbeiten im Hohen Venn in Belgien, SPD-Bundesminister legen Hitze-Aktionsplan vor, Mehrere Hitzewellen lösen in Italien höchste Warnstufen aus, Reportage über die Arbeit von Forensikern in der Ukraine, Ergebnisse der Leichtathletik-EM, Ergebnisse der Reit-WM, Das Wetter Hinweis: Die Beiträge zum Sport dürfen aus rechtlichen Gründen nicht auf tagesschau.de gezeigt werden. Korrektur: In der Tagesschau 20 Uhr vom 16.08.26 haben wir in der Moderation zum Waldbrand in der Eifel eine Karte mit den Örtlichkeiten im deutsch-belgischen Grenzgebiet gezeigt. Dabei klang der Ortsteil Gey wie „Grey“. Das haben wir nachträglich geändert.

Schwierige Löscharbeiten im Hohen Venn in Belgien, SPD-Bundesminister legen Hitze-Aktionsplan vor, Mehrere Hitzewellen lösen in Italien höchste Warnstufen aus, Reportage über die Arbeit von Forensikern in der Ukraine, Ergebnisse der Leichtathletik-EM, Ergebnisse der Reit-WM, Das Wetter Hinweis: Die Beiträge zum Sport dürfen aus rechtlichen Gründen nicht auf tagesschau.de gezeigt werden. Korrektur: In der Tagesschau 20 Uhr vom 16.08.26 haben wir in der Moderation zum Waldbrand in der Eifel eine Karte mit den Örtlichkeiten im deutsch-belgischen Grenzgebiet gezeigt. Dabei klang der Ortsteil Gey wie „Grey“. Das haben wir nachträglich geändert.

Eine idyllische Stadt in Oberösterreich – mit einem schweren Erbe. Adolf Hitler wurde in Braunau am Inn am 20. April 1889 geboren. Noch immer zieht es Hitler-Verehrer und Neonazis aus aller Welt in die Kleinstadt nahe der deutschen Grenze. Ihr Ziel: das Hitler-Geburtshaus mit der unscheinbaren Adresse »Salzburger Vorstadt 15«. Der Mythos Hitler scheint hier ungebrochen – bis jetzt. Ausgerechnet eine Polizeistation soll die Stadt nun davon befreien. Wie kam es zu dieser Entscheidung? Und warum hadern viele Menschen damit? In dieser Folge von »Inside Austria« erzählen wir die Geschichte von Hitlers Geburtshaus und der Stadt Braunau. Wie kann das Erinnern an einen Ort gelingen, ohne dass er dabei zur Pilgerstätte für Rechte wird? Darüber sprechen wir mit dem SPIEGEL-Korrespondenten in Wien, Jörg Schindler, dem Zeithistoriker Oliver Rathkolb und dem Historiker und ehemaligen Gymnasialdirektor aus Braunau, Florian Kotanko. Die »Inside Austria«-Folge über Österreichs rechtsextreme Szene und ihre Verbindungen zur FPÖ findet ihr hier. Mehr zum umstrittenen Polizeieinsatz bei einem antifaschistischem Sommercamp in Kärnten lest ihr hier.Moderation & Redaktion: Antonia Rauth, Katharina Zingerle Redaktionelle Leitung: Lucia Heisterkamp und Frauke BögerRedaktionelle Mitarbeit: Annika SchultzProduktion: Philipp Fackler Im Podcast »Inside Austria« rekonstruieren der SPIEGEL und der österreichische STANDARD gemeinsam Fälle, Skandale und politische Abgründe in Österreich. Wenn euch unser Podcast gefällt, folgt uns doch und lasst uns ein paar Sterne da. Kritik, Feedback oder Themenideen gerne an insideaustria@spiegel.de oder an podcast@derstandard.at Den Inside Austria Newsletter findet ihr hier. +++ Alle Infos zu unseren Werbepartnern finden Sie hier. Die SPIEGEL-Gruppe ist nicht für den Inhalt dieser Seite verantwortlich. +++ Mehr Hintergründe zum Thema erhalten Sie mit SPIEGEL+. Entdecken Sie die digitale Welt des SPIEGEL, unter spiegel.de/abonnieren finden Sie das passende Angebot. Alle SPIEGEL Podcasts finden Sie hier. Den SPIEGEL-WhatsApp-Kanal finden Sie hier. Hier geht es zu unserem SPIEGEL Shop. Alle Newsletter vom SPIEGEL finden Sie hier. Hier geht es zur SPIEGEL Akademie. Sie möchten den SPIEGEL mitgestalten? Registrieren Sie sich bei SPIEGEL Perspektiven. Informationen zu unserer Datenschutzerklärung.

Why can it be so hard to change your mind—even when new information suggests an old decision no longer works?In this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores cognitive dissonance and choice-supportive bias, and how the brain can begin defending decisions simply because we've already made them.You'll learn:Why we tend to see chosen options more favorably after making a decisionHow memory can subtly reinforce the choices we've already madeWhy beliefs about ourselves can become conclusions the brain looks for evidence to supportThe important difference between evaluating a decision and defending itWhy a decision can have been right for you then without needing to remain right foreverThree questions to consider:If I were making this decision for the first time today, what would I choose?What evidence am I dismissing because it doesn't fit the decision I already made?Can I allow the old decision to have made sense then without requiring it to make sense now?Changing your mind doesn't necessarily mean you were wrong. Sometimes it simply means you know something today that you didn't know before.Key takeaway: The goal isn't always to be right. It's to stay willing to notice what is true. ★ Support this podcast ★

Send us Fan MailThe One Virtue That Makes All the Others WorkDid you catch The Odyssey in theaters? I went with my daughter and my honey a couple weeks ago, and Christopher Nolan's version got me thinking about one scene in particular — Odysseus, tied to the mast of his own ship, choosing to hear the Sirens' song without letting it destroy him. That single choice is one of the oldest stories we have about self-control, and it's where I want to take you this week: temperance. Not the Prohibition-era, no-fun version — the real one, one of the four cardinal virtues, sitting right alongside courage, justice, and wisdom.This episode is the Siren Song of Your Cravings (And How to Outsmart It)In this episode I speak to where temperance actually comes from (hint: it's Latin for "the right amount, not too much, not too little"), why discretion and discipline live inside it, and how building my own "mast" — the pantry I don't stock, the friend I text before the hard moment, the lunch I pack before I even leave the house — beats white-knuckle willpower every time. I bring the Maesters, in Homer, the Stoics, Ryan Holiday, and Jud Brewer to make my case. In this episode of Sirens, Cravings, and the Art of Saying No Quote of the Week"Temperance puts wood on the fire, meal in the barrel, flour in the tub, money in the purse, credit in the country, contentment in the house, clothes on the back, and vigor in the body." — Benjamin FranklinCitations·       Homer, The Odyssey (epic poem, source for the Sirens/mast story I talk about)·       The Odyssey (2026 film), directed by Christopher Nolan, starring Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Tom Holland·       Cicero, on translating the Greek sōphrosynē into Latin temperantia·       C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity (Book III, Ch. 2, "The Cardinal Virtues")·       Marcus Aurelius, Meditations·       Ryan Holiday, Discipline Is Destiny: The Power of Self-Control·       Dr. Judson Brewer, research on craving loops (trigger–behavior–reward)·       Dwight D. Eisenhower, on freedom and self-discipline·       Benjamin Franklin, writings on the 13 virtuesLet's go, let's get it done.Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

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This week on the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly continues the Summer's Greatest Hits series by revisiting one of the earliest episodes of the show.Last week focused on the science behind alcohol and habit formation. This episode looks at two more powerful influences on your relationship with alcohol: society and the alcohol industry.Drinking is deeply embedded in our culture. We see alcohol connected to celebration, relaxation, friendship, sports, vacations, and nearly every kind of social gathering. Those messages become part of what we unconsciously believe alcohol provides for us.At the same time, alcohol is a massive industry with a financial interest in keeping alcohol attractive, affordable, available—and culturally desirable.The good news? Awareness changes things.Once you begin recognizing the messages you've absorbed about alcohol, you can question them instead of automatically accepting them as truth.In This Episode:Why drinking is treated as the social default while not drinking can still feel unusualHow years of cultural conditioning influence what we believe about alcoholWhy Molly didn't question her own drinking for decades, despite growing up with an alcohol-dependent parentHow advertising and entertainment reinforce positive associations with drinkingWhy the alcohol industry has a vested interest in maintaining alcohol consumptionHow separating facts from cultural and marketing messages gives you more control over your choicesWhy changing your relationship with alcohol requires awareness—not avoiding alcohol for the rest of your lifeKey TakeawayScience, society, and industry can all make changing your drinking habits more challenging—but none of them take away your ability to change.You may always live in a world where alcohol is readily available and socially encouraged. Creating a peaceful relationship with alcohol means learning to see those influences clearly and making conscious decisions based on what you want for your life.Resources Mentioned:Breaking the Bottle Legacy: How to Change Your Drinking Habits and Create a Peaceful Relationship with AlcoholAlcohol Truths: How Much Is Safe?Sunnyside MedLow risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

Become a Ctrl-Alt-Speech supporter to get extended episodes of the podcast plus the chance to submit stories for us to cover.In this week's episode, Mike and Ben cover:India summons Meta executives over briefly restricted Modi Facebook post (Reuters)‘No explanation given': Arvind Kejriwal claims Meta restricted his account in India (The Times of India)Meta apologises to India for restricting PM Modi's post (Reuters)India temporarily bans Telegram over exam paper leak concern (BBC)eBay agrees $56m settlement with bloggers over harassment case (BBC)Artist starts legal case against Meta for deleting her Instagram account (The Art Newspaper)And in the extended episode for Patreon supporters, they cover:Telegram CEO says an extortionist planted CSAM in a chat to get it pulled from the App Store (The Verge)TikTok Withheld a Safety Feature From Millions. One Died by Suicide (Bloomberg)TikTok Says ‘Moderator Error' Kept Perez Hilton Livestream Up (Wired)Our fun links this week are the Nintendo gameplay counsellors and a revamped app for sharing your toilet flushing habits. If you're already a Patreon supporter, you can get the extended episode on Patreon.Ctrl-Alt-Speech is the podcast where we make sense of the major debates shaping online speech, platform power, content moderation and the future of the internet. It's co-hosted by Mike Masnick (Techdirt) and Ben Whitelaw (Everything in Moderation).

+++ Alle Rabattcodes und Infos zu unseren Werbepartnern findet ihr hier: https://linktr.ee/wiederwasgelernt +++ Das Atomkraftwerk Paks erzeugt üblicherweise knapp die Hälfte des ungarischen Stroms. Aktuell erzeugt es fast gar keinen: Es benötigt Wasser aus der Donau, um gekühlt zu werden. Doch der Pegel ist durch Hitze und Trockenheit historisch niedrig. Wann sich die Lage bessert, ist nicht absehbar. Wer hält die ungarische Wirtschaft bis dahin am Laufen? Moderation? Christian Herrmann Sie haben Fragen? Schreiben Sie eine E-Mail an podcasts@ntv.de Sie möchten "Wieder was gelernt" unterstützen? Dann bewerten Sie den Podcast gerne bei Apple Podcasts oder Spotify. Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von Julep Media: sales@julep.de Wir verarbeiten im Zusammenhang mit dem Angebot unserer Podcasts Daten. Wenn Sie der automatischen Übermittlung der Daten widersprechen wollen, melden Sie sich hier: datenschutz@julep.de

Ryan Pineda and Brian Davila sit down with longevity expert John Jubilee to explore his 88-day cellular hydration protocol, the science and claims behind brain and body optimization, and the daily habits he believes can dramatically improve long-term health and performance.⁣⁣Connect with John - ⁣https://www.energizedhealth.com/⁣https://www.instagram.com/johnjubilee/⁣https://www.instagram.com/energized.health/⁣__________⁣If you'd like my team to run your marketing & sales department to scale your business apply here https://www.pinedapartners.com⁣⁣Join our private mastermind for elite business leaders who golf. https://www.mastermind19.com⁣⁣Want to be featured on the Wealthy Way Podcast? Apply here https://www.wealthyway.com⁣⁣If you want to start your real estate investing business, we'll give you 1:1 coaching, seller leads, software, & everything you need. https://www.wealthyinvestor.com⁣⁣Tired of paying so much in taxes every year? We'll give you strategy, tax prep, and accounting all in one place. https://www.taylor-tax.com⁣⁣Join free Bible studies and workshops for Christian business leaders. https://www.tentmakers.us⁣__________⁣Chapters:⁣00:00 - Perfect Health & Hydration⁣01:44 - Bench Press Record & Biblical Principles⁣08:50 - Testimonials & Health Turnarounds⁣15:01 - Brain Fog & Failed Diets⁣16:59 - Cellular Hydration Discovery⁣19:06 - 12-Step Hydration Protocol⁣30:04 - Follow the Money⁣30:32 - TRT, GLP-1s & Hydration⁣36:24 - Inflammation & Forgiveness⁣45:08 - Forgiveness & Healing⁣47:36 - Spiritual Strongholds & Freedom⁣50:40 - Knowledge & Cellular Healing⁣1:00:09 - Diet & Moderation⁣1:00:48 - Supplements & MSM⁣1:04:45 - Movement & Circulation⁣1:15:12 - Marriage, Family & COVID⁣1:16:29 - Online Coaching & Growth⁣1:18:41 - Longevity & Elite Performance

When does persistence help us grow—and when does it keep us stuck?In this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores the effort paradox, effort justification, and the sunk-cost effect. We often value something more because we worked hard for it, but that same tendency can keep us investing in goals, routines, or situations that no longer serve us.You'll learn:Why effort can increase pride, meaning, and commitmentHow cognitive dissonance can cause us to overvalue something we struggled to obtainWhat classic studies involving group initiation and theater tickets revealedWhy previous investments of time, money, and energy can distort future decisionsHow to distinguish healthy persistence from protecting a sunk costThree questions to consider:Would I choose this today if I had not already invested anything?From this point forward, what are the likely costs and benefits?What am I afraid stopping would mean about me?Changing direction does not automatically mean the past was wasted. The experience may have already taught you what you value, what you need, and what you want to choose next.Key takeaway: Is this hard because it matters—or are you making it matter because it has been hard? ★ Support this podcast ★

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Warum schließen sich Menschen radikalen Gruppen an? Welche Rolle spielen Einsamkeit, fehlende Zugehörigkeit und das Gefühl, nicht gehört zu werden? In dieser Folge von „Kopfsalat“ spricht Sven Haeusler mit dem Aktivisten Max Schneller. Mit 16 Jahren stellte er sich allein einer lokalen Montagsdemonstration entgegen und wurde damit bundesweit bekannt. Seitdem erlebt er Zuspruch, aber auch Hass, Gewalt- und Morddrohungen. Seiner Haltung bleibt er trotz massiver Ausgrenzung in seiner Heimatstadt treu. Im Gespräch geht der Aktivist der Frage nach, warum Einsamkeit Menschen nicht automatisch radikalisiert, sie aber empfänglicher für Gruppen machen kann, die Gemeinschaft, Anerkennung und einfache Antworten versprechen. Deutlich wird durch seine Erfahrungen zudem, welche Rolle das Lebensumfeld spielen kann und weshalb sich gerade junge Menschen oft nicht gesehen fühlen. Eine Folge über Mut, Zugehörigkeit, Demokratie und die Frage, wie wir als Gesellschaft verhindern können, dass Menschen Halt an Orten suchen, die Zugehörigkeit durch Ausgrenzung bauen. Diese Folge ist Teil unserer Sonderedition Einsamkeit. Die Staffel wird durch das Bundesministerium für Bildung, Familie, Senioren, Frauen und Jugend (BMBFSFJ) gefördert. Die Veröffentlichung stellt keine Meinungsäußerung des BMBFSFJ dar. Die Verantwortung für den Inhalt der Veröffentlichung liegt bei den Autor*innen. Dir hat die Folge gefallen? Unterstützen kannst du uns hier: https://www.frnd.de/spende Du möchtest mehr zum Thema lesen oder suchst Beratung? Kompetenznetz Einsamkeit (KNE): https://kompetenznetz-einsamkeit.de Bundeszentrale für politische Bildung, Infodienst Radikalisierungsprävention: https://www.bpb.de/themen/infodienst/ Beratungsstelle Radikalisierung beim Bundesamt für Migration und Flüchtlinge (BAMF): https://www.beratungsstelle-radikalisierung.de Moderation und Redaktion: Sven Haeusler - http://www.svenson-suite.de/cms/ Audio Editor: Julius Hofstädter Musik und Jingle: Bela Brauckmann - https://www.belabrauckmann.com/ Produktion und Redaktion: Diana Doko, Vera Colditz und Jasmin Hollatz von Freunde fürs Leben e.V. – https://www.frnd.de/ Idee: Sonja Koppitz - https://www.sonjakoppitz.de/ Foto: Benno Kraehahn - https://kraehahn.com/portfolio.html Coverdesign: Stefanie Butscheidt - http://www.grafische-requisite.de/kontakt/

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After more than a decade on Bravo's hit reality show, Southern Charm, Shep Rose opens up about the moment he realized something had to change. Shep shares the phone call from Andy Cohen that became a wake-up call, the blackouts that scared him, and the ayahuasca journey in Costa Rica that forced him to confront his relationship with alcohol, attention, and the endless pursuit of more. This isn't a recovery story in the traditional sense. Shep doesn't identify as an alcoholic, and he's honest about still figuring it out -- the gray area, the setbacks, and the ongoing work of trying to live with more intention. That's what makes this conversation so compelling. Together, Shep and Zac talk openly about fame, aging, excess, the loneliness that can exist behind a public persona, and what it actually takes to change. Whether you know Shep from Southern Charm or you've never seen an episode, this is a conversation about the cost of always saying yes -- and what happens when the life you've always celebrated becomes the very thing you need to question. Shep's new book, Nothing in Moderation, explores many of these same themes – an honest, funny, and unflinching look at excess, fame, and figuring out what actually matters.  Link to Shep Rose's book -- Nothing In Moderation: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GZQ9GQL7?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback Follow Shep Rose: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relationshep/?hl=en Connect with Zac https://www.instagram.com/zwclark/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/zac-c-746b96254/ https://www.tiktok.com/@zacwclark https://www.strava.com/athletes/55697553 https://twitter.com/zacwclark If you or anyone you know is struggling, please do not hesitate to contact Release Recovery: (914) 588-6564 releaserecovery.com @releaserecovery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the Alcohol Minimalist Summer's Greatest Hits series, Molly revisits the most downloaded episode in the podcast's catalog.In this episode, she explores one of the biggest challenges to changing your relationship with alcohol: understanding what is happening in your brain.Alcohol affects neurotransmitters involved in relaxation, inhibition, pleasure, and motivation. Over time, repeated drinking teaches the brain to associate alcohol with rewards such as relief, connection, celebration, or escape. Eventually, drinking can become an automatic response to familiar cues—like the end of the workday, the weekend, stress, or uncomfortable emotions.But an automatic habit is not proof that you are broken, powerless, or destined to struggle forever.Your brain learned the habit, and it can learn a new one.In This EpisodeWhy shame and labels can keep people from seeking helpThe difference between a drinking habit and physical dependenceHow dopamine reinforces the desire to keep drinkingWhy alcohol can make you feel better and worse at the same timeHow repeated drinking becomes automaticWhy awareness is the first step toward lasting changeHow your future-focused brain can interrupt reactive urgesKey TakeawayChanging your drinking begins with observing your thoughts and habits without judgment.When you understand what your brain is doing, you can stop treating your drinking as evidence of a personal flaw and start practicing new responses.Awareness is the brain's fuel for change.Resources MentionedThe Sober Truth by Lance Dodes, MD, and Zachary DodesCDC and SAMHSA research on excessive drinking and alcohol dependenceThe Alcohol Minimalist Podcast Listening GuideNext week, Molly continues the conversation by exploring how society and the alcohol industry influence our drinking habits.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

+++ Alle Rabattcodes und Infos zu unseren Werbepartnern findet ihr hier: https://linktr.ee/wiederwasgelernt +++ Beim Kampf gegen die Waldbrände von Bordeaux wird die französische Feuerwehr Zeuge eines Wetterphänomens, das man bisher eher von Vulkanausbrüchen kennt: Sie steht plötzlich einem Feuergewitter gegenüber. Herkömmliche Löschmethoden sind gegen Pyrocumulonimbus nutzlos. Regen bringt unerwartet Entspannung, hat die Feuerhölle aber auch begünstigt. Entwarnung können die Einsatzkräfte nicht geben. Im torfigen Untergrund droht jetzt ein monatelanger Kampf gegen Zombiefeuer. Moderation? Christian Herrmann Sie haben Fragen? Schreiben Sie eine E-Mail an podcasts@ntv.de Sie möchten "Wieder was gelernt" unterstützen? Dann bewerten Sie den Podcast gerne bei Apple Podcasts oder Spotify. Dieser Podcast wird vermarktet von Julep Media: sales@julep.de Wir verarbeiten im Zusammenhang mit dem Angebot unserer Podcasts Daten. Wenn Sie der automatischen Übermittlung der Daten widersprechen wollen, melden Sie sich hier: datenschutz@julep.de

Become a Ctrl-Alt-Speech supporter to get extended episodes of the podcast plus the chance to submit stories for us to cover.In this week's episode, Mike and Ben cover:The U.S. Is About to Design an AI Regulator. Here's How to Get It Right (Council on Foreign Relations)Mark Zuckerberg Says U.S. Should Accelerate AI Development, Not Restrict It (WSJ)Want AI you can trust? Start by building the right institutions (Atlantic Council)Anthropic Says It's Against A Ban On Open Weight Models. It Just Wants To Ban Everything That Makes Them Good (Techdirt)The High Stakes Behind the EU's €890M Google DMA Fine (Tech Policy Press)Europe bears its teeth, political panic about OpenAI hack and YouTube refines partner policy (Everything in Moderation)Trump vows new tariffs on the E.U. after Brussels fines Google $1 billion (Qz)And in the extended episode for Patreon supporters, they cover:Elon Musk's xAI sues Minnesota over law banning ‘nudification' technology (The Guardian)The Worst Person You Know Just Filed A Good First Amendment Lawsuit Against A Very Badly Drafted Nudify App Ban (Techdirt)Our fun links this week are a replica of Scooby Doo's Mystery-Machine and the Saltburn cricket scandal because we need more satire right now.If you're already a Patreon supporter, you can get the extended episode on Patreon.Ctrl-Alt-Speech is the podcast where we make sense of the major debates shaping online speech, platform power, content moderation and the future of the internet. It's co-hosted by Mike Masnick (Techdirt) and Ben Whitelaw (Everything in Moderation).

In this episode, John Jubilee shares his transformative journey to health, emphasizing the importance of cellular hydration, the science behind water absorption, and practical protocols to optimize human health and longevity.00:00 Introduction to Health Optimization02:30 John's Health Journey and Discoveries05:57 The Importance of Cellular Hydration12:18 The 12 Steps to Optimal Hydration18:13 Understanding Inflammation and Health23:33 The Myths of Hydration and Vitamin D27:56 Creatine and Its Role in Hydration31:39 Nutrition and Moderation in Diet34:36 The Role of Muscle in Longevity37:02 Metabolism and Intercellular Hydration40:58 Affordable Health Solutions and Final ThoughtsThe information provided in this podcast episode is for entertainment purposes and is NOT MEDICAL ADVICE. The products presented and discussed in this podcast are explicitly only relevant to those who reside in the US. The statements and discussions held within this episode, are NOT approved by the TGA. If you have any questions about your health, contact a medical professional. This content is strictly the opinions of Lucas Aoun and is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of medical advice or treatment from a personal physician. All viewers of this content are advised to consult with their doctors or qualified health professionals regarding specific health questions. Neither Lucas Aoun nor the publisher of this content takes responsibility for possible health consequences of any person or persons reading or following the information in this content. All consumers of this content especially taking prescription or over-the-counter medications should consult their physician before beginning any nutritional, supplement or lifestyle program. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why can the final moments of an experience shape how we remember the whole thing?In this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores the peak-end rule—the brain's tendency to remember an experience largely through its most emotionally intense moment and the way it ended.You'll learn:What Daniel Kahneman's cold-water experiment revealed about memory and discomfortWhy patients sometimes remembered a longer medical procedure more favorably when it ended more gentlyThe difference between the experiencing self and the remembering selfHow endings influence what the brain expects and whether we are willing to try againWhy a difficult day, conversation, workout, or imperfect attempt does not have to end as a verdictThree questions that can help create a more useful ending:What happened?What did I learn?What is the next best step?The goal is not to pretend that every experience was positive. It is to recognize that endings become part of the story the brain carries forward.Key takeaway: One difficult moment does not have to write the final sentence. Ending with clarity and agency can shape what you remember—and whether you are willing to begin again. ★ Support this podcast ★

Why does the commitment you make over your morning coffee sometimes feel so much harder to keep after dinner?In this episode, Molly explores the neuroscience behind what she calls your Evening Brain—the version of your brain that's been making decisions, solving problems, and managing life all day long. Instead of seeing evening struggles as a lack of willpower, you'll learn why your brain naturally leans toward familiar habits when mental resources are lower, and how planning ahead can become an act of self-support rather than self-control. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your brain makes different decisions in the morning and at night  How mental fatigue influences habits and decision-making  Why planning ahead isn't about restriction—it's about support  A simple mindset shift that can make evenings feel less like a battle  One question to ask yourself each morning to help your future self This Week's TakeawayBefore your day gets busy, ask yourself:What can I do right now that will make tonight a little easier?Supporting your future self isn't about having more willpower—it's about working with the brain you have, not the one you wish you had. Resources MentionedSunnysideSunnyside MedUntil next time, choose peace.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

Our third annual Live at TrustCon recording of Ctrl-Alt-Speech! Ben was back this year! Mike and Ben were joined live on stage with Kat Duffy, senior fellow for digital and cyberspace policy at the Council on Foreign Relations and Zoe Darme, Director for Trust, Knowledge and Information Products at Google. They cover:Security incident disclosure — July 2026 (Hugging Face)OpenAI and Hugging Face partner to address security incident during model evaluation (OpenAI)An OpenAI test model escaped and broke into a real company's servers (CNN)France Joins a Global Move Toward Restricting Social Media for Children (NY Times)xAI sues user for exploiting AI tool to sexualise minors (Al Jazeera)Special thanks to the Trust & Safety Professionals Association (TSPA) and all the work they do each year in putting on TrustCon, and for allowing us to host the live podcast as the closing session again this year.Ctrl-Alt-Speech is the podcast where we make sense of the major debates shaping online speech, platform power, content moderation and the future of the internet. It's co-hosted by Mike Masnick (Techdirt) and Ben Whitelaw (Everything in Moderation).

In honor of World Brain Day on July 22, this Think Thursday episode celebrates the extraordinary organ behind every thought, memory, feeling, and behavior.Molly explores how the brain functions as:A prediction system that uses past experience to anticipate what happens nextA learning system that changes through attention, repetition, and experienceA protection system that often relies on familiar strategies to reduce discomfortA relationship system shaped by connection, conversation, purpose, and belongingYou'll also learn why automatic responses are not permanent, how neuroplasticity supports meaningful behavior change, and why curiosity is more useful than self-criticism when your brain returns to an old pattern.Your brain is not fixed, and it is not working against you. It is alive, adaptable, protective, connected, and still becoming.Key takeaway: An automatic response is not your destiny. It is something your brain has rehearsed—and with practice, it can learn something new. ★ Support this podcast ★

Too much of modern politics is built on false choices. Left or right. Win or lose. Good or bad. My side or your side. That may work for cable news, campaign fundraising, and social media algorithms, but it does not work well for families, communities, or good policymaking. Real life is more complicated than our political categories allow.That is why I enjoyed this conversation with Dr. Lauren Hall, Professor of Political Science and Associate Dean at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Lauren's work sits at the intersection of political theory, human behavior, healthcare regulation, family, culture, and real-world decision-making. She is the author of The Medicalization of Birth and Death and Family and the Politics of Moderation. She also writes at Radical Moderate's Guide to Life, where she challenges the binary thinking that dominates politics and culture.Her idea of radical moderation is not about being weak, vague, or halfway between two bad options. It is about taking complexity seriously. It means recognizing tradeoffs, respecting pluralism, and admitting that no political tribe has a monopoly on truth.

Our friend Shep Rose from the Bravo universe and so much more returns to the pod to discuss his new book, Nothing in Moderation, detailing his psychedelic journey inward and beyond. Shep is a legend, and we're happy to have him back to chat about Chris eating new types of fruit at Chez Panisse, the future of children proteinmaxxing, Shep's take on the golfer's attempted presidential pardon, handing a guy an envelope of cash in a Publix parking lot, a detailed recounting of his ayahuasca journey in Costa Rica, what Shep did for Charleston, South Carolina is what Aubrey Graham did for Toronto, forgiving oneself for their romantic escapades, being ready to settle down but unsure if he's able to find the one where he lives, the pros and cons of one's "say yes" era, and when TSA remembers you from what you did the last time they saw you. instagram.com/relationshep twitter.com/donetodeath twitter.com/themjeans howlonggone.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S17 E32: Perry E. Metzger on Bitcoin in 2008, Cypherpunk Culture & AI Optimism Time stamps: 00:00:50 - Introducing Perry E. Metzger 00:03:06 - Perry Metzger's Background 00:06:04 - The Cryptography Mailing List's Origins 00:07:36 - "The Code Breakers" & Early Influences in Cryptography 00:11:19 - The Cypherpunks Era and PGP 00:22:08 - The State of Cryptography in 2008 00:24:20 - Satoshi's Bitcoin Announcement on Metzdowd 00:28:52 - Bitcoin's Key Innovations 00:32:39 - Critique of Proof of Work 00:36:21 - Sponsors 00:40:10 - Scalability and Future Challenges 00:48:41 - Initial Reactions to Bitcoin 00:51:21 - Early Criticisms of Bitcoin from James A. Donald & Ray Dillinger 01:05:16 - Perry's Moderation of the Bitcoin Discussion 01:08:16 - Satoshi's Anonymity and Mailing List Logs 01:11:19 - Perry's Comic Book on Computer Science 01:16:13 - The Metzger Dowdeswell Mailing List Today 01:23:04 - Perry's Interest in AI 01:47:03 - AI Advocacy and Combating "Doomers" 01:49:19 - The Extropy Mailing List 01:51:01 - Conclusion and How to Follow Perry Metzger

In this sponsored Spotlight episode of Ctrl-Alt-Speech, host Ben Whitelaw speaks to PwC's Dan Hays at TrustCon about the firm's recently published Trust & Safety Outlook report.They discuss: How AI is simultaneously creating new risks and reshaping the tools used to address them;What the rise of autonomous agents means for governance, accountability and the future of the internet; andHow platforms should respond to an increasingly fragmented regulatory landscape.The conversation also explores how Trust & Safety is becoming a more strategic function inside companies, how automation could change the role of practitioners and vendors, and which emerging risks remain most underestimated.This episode is brought to you in conjunction with our sponsor, PwC. Download the report today.Ctrl-Alt-Speech is the podcast where we make sense of the major debates shaping online speech, platform power, content moderation and the future of the internet. It's co-hosted by Mike Masnick (Techdirt) and Ben Whitelaw (Everything in Moderation).

Lewis Ward and Greg Posner open Games for Change 2026 with three interviewson the calendar, a Player Driven happy hour that night, and no idea yet howany of it goes.A new Raising Good Gamers white paper lands at the show this week: a meta-analysis of roughly 200,000 studies on what parents actually need to knowabout games and kids, positives included. Lewis breaks down what's in it,who funded the research behind it, and why Tencent has a rational commercialinterest in closing the gap between what parents fear and what playersactually do.Greg makes the trust and safety case from the Player Driven side. The toolingis moving upstream, from moderating conversations after they happen todesigning the conditions where they never start.Then Lewis makes the point nobody at the conference wants to hear. He wentlast year. He played the games on the floor. They weren't fun. "Show me thegame where it's both: it has a huge and growing base over several years, andit's doing what Games for Change is trying to do."Recorded remote the day before the show opens at the Glasshouse in Manhattan.00:00 Day one, and we're winging it00:39 Where education and games actually meet03:12 The interview slate05:30 Moderation is moving to the design layer07:58 Sitting down with the president of Games for Change10:33 Why Tencent is paying for this13:11 The Player Driven happy hour15:24 August is a broken month17:06 What we're building at playerdriven.io19:22 The audience was on Reddit, arguing21:23 The games still aren't fun23:31 Where to find LewisMentioned: Raising Good Gamers, Dr. Rachel Coward, Arana Shapiro, SusannaPollack, SYBO, Tencent's health and wellbeing track, Lewis Ward's Design Deskcolumn.The Operator's Briefing, one email on Tuesdays: playerdriven.ioJoin the Discord: [drop invite]

This week, Molly is revisiting an important episode about drinking alone, drinking secrecy, and what these behaviors may reveal about your relationship with alcohol.Drinking alone does not automatically mean you have a problem. But when drinking becomes automatic, emotionally driven, or hidden, it is worth getting curious.In this episode of the Alcohol Minimalist Podcast, Molly explores how these patterns can reinforce alcohol habits, why honest tracking matters, and how to interrupt the cycle without shame or all-or-nothing thinking.You'll learn:Why drinking alone is not the same as having alcohol use disorderWhat subtle drinking secrecy can look likeHow emotional relief strengthens the habit loopSimple ways to create more awareness and choiceThe goal is not perfection. It is noticing the pattern and choosing one small step toward a more peaceful relationship with alcohol.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

Why do we make choices today that we know will make life harder tomorrow?In this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores the science of temporal discounting and future-self continuity—and why the person who will experience the consequences of our choices can sometimes feel more like a stranger than an extension of ourselves.You'll learn:Why immediate rewards often feel more compelling than meaningful future benefitsHow connected you feel to your future self can influence your decisionsWhat researchers discovered by showing people age-progressed images of themselvesHow episodic future thinking makes tomorrow's rewards feel more realA simple “future-self handoff” practice that can make life easier for the person you'll be tomorrowThe goal isn't to sacrifice every pleasure today for some idealized future version of yourself. It's to build a more thoughtful relationship between present-you and future-you—one small act of consideration at a time.Key takeaway: You don't need perfect discipline to make better long-term decisions. Sometimes you simply need to remember who you're making them for. ★ Support this podcast ★

The Holy Grail of anyone with an alcohol use disorder is moderation. In this episode, Chip and Veronica look at why moderation (or social drinking) is very rarely achievable. We discuss the energy and effort that people put into trying to achieve it. The reason that we struggle with moderation is because of the perception that alcohol can benefit us when the reality is very different.   To learn more, visit the show notes.

The Learning Leader Show with Ryan Hawk www.LearningLeader.com New Book - The Price of Becoming - www.LearningLeader.com/Becoming This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. My guest: Ezekiel J. "Zeke" Emanuel, MD, PhD, is a prominent oncologist, bioethicist, and health policy expert. Currently Vice Provost for Global Initiatives at the University of Pennsylvania, he was instrumental in shaping the Affordable Care Act and served as the founding chair of the Department of Bioethics at the National Institutes of Health. Key Learnings Zeke's dad was called "Speedy." He was a Chicago pediatrician who worked 24-hour call, walked so fast the nurses had to run to keep up, and had a rule: the fourth child in any family was free. He recognized the financial strain on families and just wouldn't charge. Zeke's mom was the definition of the anti-helicopter parent. At the playground, she sat on the bench. At the beach, she dropped the boys off with a blanket and a snack. "You go play. Something goes wrong? Okay, that's how it goes." That's how three future powerhouse leaders learned to negotiate, create, and figure it out. The Emanuel brothers' group text is full of bragging. Zeke posted his 51.9 VO2 max score at 68 years old, asking, "Do I win in the family?" His kids replied that they don't even read the articles Zeke and Rahm forward anymore. Close doesn't mean uncompetitive. A dozen years ago, Zeke wrote his most famous article, "Why I Hope to Die at 75." He still stands by it. The point wasn't that he wants to die. The point is that after 75, he won't take medical treatments meant to prolong life.  By age 75, 30% of adults have Alzheimer's or cognitive impairment. By 80, it's 40%. Zeke doesn't want to be remembered as a doddering old man who can't recognize his own family. Living a long time is a means, not an end. It's not the goal of life. It's what allows you to be present, engaged, and useful for the years you have. Biohacking is a lie: It suggests you know better than millions of years of evolution and the entire medical profession. The body isn't about maxing. It's about balance. Too much immune response gives you autoimmunity. Too little makes you sick. The body finds health in the median. You're not going to be perfect over decades. Wellness isn't a four-minute figure skating routine graded on execution. It's a lifetime practice. So build habits you enjoy and can sustain without thinking about them. Zeke's six simple rules for a long and healthy life: Don't be a schmuck. Avoid activities riskier than driving. Smoking, vaping, base jumping, climbing Everest. Talk to people. The number one predictor of a long, happy life. Expand your mind. Travel. Talk to the chef. Learn something new. Eat your ice cream. Moderation over perfection. Fermented foods and fiber. Move. Aerobic, strength, and flexibility. All three. Sleep like a baby. You can't will it. But you can create the conditions. The Harvard Adult Development Study followed people for 85 years. John F. Kennedy was in it. Ben Bradlee was in it. The finding: close friends and being married correlated with the healthiest, longest, happiest lives. Not exercise. Not diet. Relationships. Having no close friends is equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. That's how bad loneliness is for you. It's not just psychological. It's physical. Introverts get the same happiness boost from social interaction as extroverts. A University of Chicago study by Nicholas Epley found that introverts assume they won't enjoy talking to strangers on their commute. They were wrong. When they did it, they were just as happy as extroverts. Take the headphones off. Zeke has been telling people this since the iPod era. Random encounters increase your surface area for luck, learning, and connection. You never know who you're going to meet or what they might tell you. To be interesting, you have to be interested. Zeke asks to meet the chef at every great restaurant. He asks his Ethiopian Uber driver which tribe he's from. He talks to the person on the plane. It's virtuous. Good for you AND good for them. Zeke's hero is Ben Franklin. Franklin came back to America at 80 after negotiating the end of the Revolutionary War. The first thing he did was build a library for his curiosity and a dining room for his social dinners. That's the way to live. The wellness trifecta: hosting a dinner party with curious people. You're eating good food. You're getting together with people. Your mind is being stretched by great conversation. Three benefits from one activity. Zeke is anti-wellness-industrial-complex. Peptides from your corner store: disaster, unregulated, no idea what's in them. Testosterone replacement therapy without a real deficiency: bad idea, accelerates prostate cancer. Growth hormone for aging: promotes cancers. That's being a schmuck. Sleep is the one wellness practice you can't will yourself into. You can only build the conditions for it. Dark room. Cool temperature. No caffeine or alcohol eight hours before bed. Phone in another room. Read a book. Everything else is up to your body. Ice cream actually decreases your risk of type 2 diabetes. The fat content softens the glycemic response. Plus, you usually eat it with other people. Social eating matters. Zeke's champagne moment a year from now: finishing his next book on how to fix the American healthcare system, and turning 70. Reflection Questions Are you optimizing for length of life, or for the quality of years you actually get?  When was the last time you turned your headphones off, introduced yourself to a stranger, or asked to meet the chef?  Who are the friends you rely on for social interaction? Not casual acquaintances, but the ones who lift your health, longevity, and happiness. When did you last make plans with them? More Learning #607 - Dr. Meg Meeker - Raising Resilient Kids (Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters) #690 - Austin Kleon - Why Activated Leaders Win #682 - Will Guidara - Adversity is a Terrible Thing to Waste

This episode is a REPLAY!If you've been telling yourself, "Next time will be different," or "Maybe I can learn to drink in moderation," this episode is your reality check.In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast, Courtney explains why alcohol problems rarely get better with time, why moderation keeps so many people stuck, and how quitting drinking opens the door to clarity, self-trust, and lasting freedom.If you're tired of negotiating with alcohol, this conversation will help you stop bargaining and start moving forward.In This Episode, You'll Learn why moderation often fails once alcohol has become a problem  the hard truth about why alcohol doesn't get better with time  how sobriety helps rebuild self-trust and confidence  why your brain bargains at 60 days, 90 days, one year, and beyond  how alcohol intensifies stress, grief, and heartbreak instead of relieving them  why protecting your sobriety should come before trying to change everything else Sobriety isn't about giving something up.It's about getting your life back.Grab Your Free Gift:30 Day Calendar Day & Night RoutineReady for Support? Here Are 4 Ways to Work With Me:Stop Starting Over ProgramPerfect for the self-guided woman who wants a step-by-step roadmap to quit drinking, break the moderation cycle, and build a strong sober foundation at her own pace.Sobriety CircleFor the community girlie who thrives with accountability, connection, monthly coaching, and ongoing support from women who truly understand the journey. Use code "soberjuly" at checkout to save $10 off your first month.1:1 Sober CoachingFor the woman who wants personalized support, deeper transformation, and a customized plan to stop drinking, manage cravings, and build a sustainable alcohol-free life.The After (Emotional Sobriety Program) The next chapter after quitting drinking. Once you've built your sober foundation, it's time to do the deeper work—healing emotional patterns, rebuilding your identity, strengthening self-trust, regulating your nervous system, and creating a life where you no longer need alcohol to cope.Grab My Masterclass:Free access to my $47 masterclass when you leave an Apple review-Gain access to my Masterclass by submitting a review on iTunes. Email me at sobervibes@gmail.com with a screenshot of the review, and I will send you the code to unlock my Masterclass for free!Thank you for tuning in!Thank you for listening! Help the show by Rating, Reviewing, and/or Subscribing to the Sober Vibes Podcast.Connect w/ Courtney:InstagramJoin the Sobriety CircleApply for 1:1 CoachingOrder the Sober Vibes Book

What if the key to better health isn't cutting carbs, but changing how you think about them? Ethan sits down with fitness expert Harley Pasternak to unpack the myths surrounding carbohydrates, fad diets, and sustainable weight loss. Drawing from both science and personal experience, they explore why moderation beats restriction, how fear around food develops, and practical strategies for building healthier eating habits that last. If you're tired of nutrition confusion and looking for a balanced approach, this conversation is for you. Subscribe to Ethan's newsletter for more conversations and insights: https://ethansuplee.substack.com/subscribeSHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Welcome and Why Carbs Get a Bad Reputation03:18 - The Fear of Reintroducing Carbohydrates08:05 - Why Extreme Diets Eventually Fail13:47 - The Psychology Behind Food Restriction19:12 - Building a Sustainable Relationship with Food24:56 - Why Moderation Is So Difficult30:18 - Debunking Common Nutrition Myths36:11 - Practical Habits That Actually Work41:02 - The PATH Method for Balanced Meals47:01 - Moderation as a Lifelong Philosophy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.