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If you want to answer the question, “Who am I?” you must look at the character of God, because WHO you are is defined by WHOSE you are. In his sermon titled “When God Speaks,” Pastor Chad Glover preaches from Exodus 19, where God reveals Himself to the Israelites as awesome, amplified, available, and audible. You will see how the God who shook Mount Sinai still speaks through His Word today, inviting you to come near enough to hear His voice. Listen to this sermon if you're hungry to hear God's voice, reclaim your God-given identity, and step out of bondage into abundance.Connect with us on Social Media ↴Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Connect with Pastor Phil ↴Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilHopperKCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/philhopper_kcBooks & Resources: https://abundant-life.com/resources/books/ Listen to The Well Podcast ⤵Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5wadnywAMEK7c0E1qatMoY?si=SjH6Ko7VR3OoHrRy1yYLlQ&nd=1&dlsi=395ae55d95ac4b11Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well/id1233267223YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR50sV854C2hogfBmv7YogvCjiNYLz9a2Find Your Next Step: https://alife.livingproof.co/Watch more sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://abundant-life.com/ Listen to The Well Podcast ⤵Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5wadnywAMEK7c0E1qatMoY?si=SjH6Ko7VR3OoHrRy1yYLlQ&nd=1&dlsi=395ae55d95ac4b11Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-well/id1233267223YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR50sV854C2hogfBmv7YogvCjiNYLz9a2Find Your Next Step: http://alife.livingproof.co/ Watch more sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://abundant-life.com/ Connect with us on Social Media ↴Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundantlifels/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abundantlifels Connect with Pastor Phil ↴Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilHopperKCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/philhopper_kc/Web: https://abundant-life.com/resources/books/Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://abundant-life.com/sermons/Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://abundant-life.com/

Read OnlineJohn the Baptist saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world. He is the one of whom I said, ‘A man is coming after me who ranks ahead of me because he existed before me.'” John 1:29–30Central to the Jewish faith was the Feast of Passover, the commemoration of God's deliverance of His people from slavery in Egypt (Exodus 12). In Jesus' time, Passover was one of three major annual feasts during which the Jews made a pilgrimage to the Temple in Jerusalem. Additionally, the Feast of Weeks celebrated the giving of the Law on Mount Sinai and the first fruits of the harvest (Leviticus 23:15-22), and the Feast of Tabernacles recalled the Israelites' wandering in the desert and celebrated God's providence (Leviticus 23:33-43).Recall the first Passover meal. Moses instructed the people to sacrifice an unblemished lamb, mark the doorposts of their homes with its blood, and eat the lamb with unleavened bread and bitter herbs in haste, ready to depart. This act of faith and obedience protected them from the angel of death who passed over the marked houses, sparing the firstborn of Israel, while striking down the firstborn of Egypt. The Passover thus became a perpetual memorial of God's saving power and His covenantal faithfulness to His people.Because of the Passover, the idea of a sacrificial lamb was intimately familiar to the Jewish people. The Jews were also familiar with the prophecy in Isaiah 53—often referred to as the Suffering Servant—in which the servant of the Lord is described as “a lamb led to the slaughter,” who bears the sins of many (Isaiah 53:7, 10–12). Additionally, each morning and evening, a lamb was sacrificed in the temple as a continual offering for sin (Exodus 29:38–42).As Jesus began His public ministry, the first thing said of Him came from John the Baptist: “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world.” His words would have resonated within the minds and hearts of John's disciples. His disciples believed that John was a great prophet and the forerunner of the Messiah, sent to prepare the way for the Lord. They saw him as a holy man who called for repentance and renewal, and some even wondered if he himself might be the Christ, though John consistently denied this.Because John's ministry was one of preparation for the Messiah, his disciples would have anticipated the Messiah's imminent arrival. Imagine the excitement, surprise, questions, uncertainty, and hope that would have filled their minds and hearts as they listened to John's prophecy about Jesus. John continued, “He is the one of whom I said, ‘A man is coming after me who ranks ahead of me because he existed before me.'”Though John's proclamation about Jesus took on a powerful significance for his disciples that first moment that he revealed Jesus as the Lamb of God, John's words must resonate within each of us today. Now that the Christmas Season is complete and we enter into Ordinary Time, we are invited to embrace Jesus' public ministry, with all His teachings and Paschal Sacrifice, as something extraordinary in our lives. We must approach His ministry with the same hope, enthusiasm, excitement, and anticipation that John's disciples experienced. Reflect today on the moment when John the Baptist's disciples heard him proclaim, “Behold, the Lamb of God!” Like them, strive to see Jesus with new eyes and hopeful anticipation as we begin Ordinary Time. This liturgical season marks the beginning of Jesus' public ministry, and it must also be a renewed beginning of His works in your life. Follow Him without reserve, allowing Him to take away your sins and share in His life and love. Most holy Lamb of God, Who takes away the sins of the world, I choose to follow You, for You are the Messiah, the Son of God. As we enter into Ordinary Time, please give me the grace to embrace Your public ministry in an extraordinary way. May Your working in my life begin anew, transforming me and leading me to the freedom won by Your Paschal Sacrifice. Jesus, I trust in You.Image via Adobe StockSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Saturday, 17 January 2026   And He sent away the multitude, got into the boat, and came to the region of Magdala. Matthew 15:39   Note: You can listen to today's commentary courtesy of our friends at the “Bible in Ten” podcast. (Click Here to listen)   You can also read this commentary, scrolling with music, courtesy of our friends at “Discern the Bible” on YouTube. (Click Here to listen), or at Rumble (Click Here to listen).   “And having dismissed the crowds, He in-stepped into the boat, and He came to the borders of Magdala” (CG).   In the previous verse, it was noted that there were four thousand men, besides women and children, who comprised the multitudes Jesus fed. With that portion of the narrative complete, and to close out the chapter, Matthew next notes, “And having dismissed the crowds, He in-stepped into the boat.”   They have been on the eastern side of the Sea of Galilee. With this cycle of attending to a Gentile woman in the allotments of Tyre and Sidon noted, followed by a time in the Gentile-led eastern regions near the Decapolis completed, He got into a boat, “and He came to the borders of Magdala.”   This is a location not named this way anywhere else in Scripture. Some manuscripts note the location as Magadan, meaning Megiddo, but that is incorrect based on Matthew 16:5, which notes they are still in the region of the lake. Rather, the town Magdala in Hebrew is Migdal-el, Tower of God, a city of Naphtali recorded in Joshua 19:38.   This is also known as Al-Majdal (Mejdel) on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee, north of Tiberias. Mark 8:10 notes that when they got in the boat, they came to the allotments of Dalmanutha. Saying it this way, there is no contradiction to be found. Just as Jesus went to the “allotments” of Tyre and Sidon, meaning the surrounding areas, in Matthew 15:21, so they went to Magdala in the allotments, meaning the surrounding areas, of Dalmanutha.   Life application: Chapter 15 of Matthew gives a picture of what is going on in the world from the time Jesus fulfilled the law until the rapture. The verses, though literally occurring at the time of Jesus, point to truths after the completion of Jesus' ministry. The New Covenant is now what God is doing in the world. Israel as a whole, however, rejected that.   Though they no longer observe the Law of Moses, they remain bound to it. During this dispensation, they are spiritually led by rabbis, both in their writings in the Talmud as well as in their cultural and religious life.   These are reflected by the scribes and Pharisees who came from Jerusalem (verse 1) to challenge Jesus. Paul explains in Galatians 4:21-31 that the earthly Jerusalem reflects them and their teaching. The main point for now says –   “But he who was of the bondwoman was born according to the flesh, and he of the freewoman through promise, 24 which things are symbolic. For these are the two covenants: the one from Mount Sinai which gives birth to bondage, which is Hagar— 25 for this Hagar is Mount Sinai in Arabia, and corresponds to Jerusalem which now is, and is in bondage with her children— 26 but the Jerusalem above is free, which is the mother of us all.” Galatians 4:23-26   In verses 2-9, Jesus explains the state of Israel at this time, living by the laws of men rather than by the law of God. After the introduction of the New Covenant, the law of God is not the Law of Moses. Rather, that is fulfilled.   At this time, religious Israel draws near to the Lord with their lips, but their hearts, because of their rejection of Jesus, are far away from Him.   In verse 11, Jesus stated that what goes into the mouth does not defile. Rather, what comes out of it does. Though that was a truth concerning the traditions of these elders, it is a truth that is spiritually seen in Israel to this day. They refuse to proclaim Jesus.   This is their defilement. But what does Paul say concerning this? In Romans 10, he says –   “The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the word of faith which we preach): 9 that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. 11 For the Scripture says, “Whoever believes on Him will not be put to shame.” 12 For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek, for the same Lord over all is rich to all who call upon Him. 13 For “whoever calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.” Romans 10:8-13   The only thing that can cleanse a person from sin is Jesus. Anything else, meaning any other proclamation, defiles that person. As such, Jesus says in verse 14 to let them alone. They are blind leaders of the blind, and both will fall into a pit.   In verse 15, Jesus reexplained to dull Peter (later, the Apostle to the Jews) the matter of the heart and what it is that causes defilement. While Israel remains in their state of defilement because of their oral proclamations, something else takes place. This is seen in verse 21, where Jesus “went out from there,” meaning from the Jewish people to the allotments of Tyre and Sidon, a Gentile area.   Tyre (Hebrew: Tsor) signifies Rock. While Israel abandoned their Rock, the Gentiles received Him. That this is speaking of Christ is seen, for example, in Deuteronomy 32:32, where it says, “For their rock is not like our Rock.” There are those who are confident in their rock (tsur), and yet their rock is not the Lord who is the Rock (tsur).   Sidon (Hebrew: Tsidon) signifies Fishery. It is a place for catching fish. Everyone is like a fish. When Jesus said to Simon and Andrew that they would be fishers of men, He meant that men are like fish to be caught.   While in this area (verse 22), a Canaanite woman came to Jesus and begged for compassion for her demon-possessed daughter. Canaan signifies Humbled, Humiliated, or even Subdued. She pictures those of faith who have humbled themselves before the word of Christ.   The issue is the daughter. In Scripture, a son or a daughter is representative of the state of something. A “son of death,” for example, is a person deserving of death. That is his state. A daughter, in this case, is the state of a group of people, such as “daughter of Jerusalem,” “daughter of Tarshish,” etc. What is the state of the Daughter of the Humbled who are also Gentiles?   Jesus said in verse 24 that He had come “if not to the sheep, the ‘having been lost' – House Israel.” Despite there being a New Covenant, with whom was that covenant made? The answer is found in both Jeremiah and Hebrews –   “Behold, the days are coming, says the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and with the house of Judah.” Jeremiah 31:31   The early church did not understand that the word was to go to the Gentiles. That is a major subject found in Acts. It is representative of the disciples' comments found previously in verse 23 when they told Jesus to dismiss her.   It literally took an act of God to get them to see that the New Covenant included Gentiles, first with the Ethiopian eunuch and then the house of Cornelius. Jesus' calling, though, to redeem the House of Judah and Israel, is inclusive of the Gentiles of faith, as seen in this account. It is something prophesied in Isaiah 49:6, but which is revealed in typology here.   The woman was told that it wasn't “good to take the children's bread and cast to the puppies.” In the Bible, dogs represent Gentiles. That is seen in the Caleb series of sermons. Caleb, kalev, is from kelev, dog. It is also seen in the account of Gideon and his men, who lapped like dogs, a typological picture dealing with the Gentiles.   The woman didn't argue Jesus' point. Instead, she noted that “even the puppies – he eats from the crumbs, the ‘falling from their master's table.” Jesus thus remarked concerning her great faith, something evidenced in the Gentile world. At that time, it noted the child was cured. Salvation, in fact, is also directed to the Gentiles. They are brought into the commonwealth of Israel (Ephesians 2:12).   From there, verse 29 said of Jesus that “He went near the Sea of the Galilee, and having ascended to the mountain, He sat there.” The Galilee has previously been explained as “the Liberty.” It is a picture of freedom from sin. As sin stems from a violation of law, it ultimately signifies freedom from law.   A mountain in the Bible represents a lot of something gathered. In typology, it is synonymous with a large but centralized group of people. Though it is only stated in Mark, the last area noted was the Decapolis, a Gentile controlled area.   Thus, this is typologically referring to a large but centralized group (meaning under Jesus) of Gentile people. The Canaanite woman already established that, but this is an extension of the thought, explaining the result of the dispensation of the Gentiles. In other words, “What will happen in the world once it is established that Gentiles are to be included in the New Covenant?”   In verses 30 and 31, multitudes came to Jesus for healing, so many that they were strewn about Him. It is reflective of the broken Gentile world coming to Christ for healing and salvation. As many came, He healed them so that “they glorified the God of Israel.”   As noted at that time, the term is unique in the New Testament. It suggested the presence of Gentiles on the mountain, but it typologically asserts this fact. Paul's ministry literally shouts out the parallel to this thought in Matthew –   “Now God worked unusual miracles by the hands of Paul, 12 so that even handkerchiefs or aprons were brought from his body to the sick, and the diseases left them and the evil spirits went out of them.” Acts 19:11, 12   Was the God of Israel glorified through this? The answer is found in Romans –   “Now I say that Jesus Christ has become a servant to the circumcision for the truth of God, to confirm the promises made to the fathers, 9 and that the Gentiles might glorify God for His mercy, as it is written: ‘For this reason I will confess to You among the Gentiles, And sing to Your name.'” Romans 15:8, 9   And...   “For I will not dare to speak of any of those things which Christ has not accomplished through me, in word and deed, to make the Gentiles obedient— 19 in mighty signs and wonders, by the power of the Spirit of God, so that from Jerusalem and round about to Illyricum I have fully preached the gospel of Christ.” Romans 15:18, 19   In verses 32-38, the feeding of the four thousand is recorded. Jesus said they had been with Him three days. In Scripture, three “stands for that which is solid, real, substantial, complete, and entire. ... Hence the number three points us to what is real, essential, perfect, substantial, complete, and Divine.” Bullinger   The time these people have been with Jesus speaks of a divine fullness, something reflected in Romans 11:25, “that blindness in part has happened to Israel until the fullness of the Gentiles has come in.” It goes right back to the state of Israel, noted in Matthew 15:14, where the blind are leading the blind.   While Israel is blinded, the blind of the Gentiles (Matthew 15:31) are brought to sight. The miracle of the bread (think of Jesus, the Bread of Life) and fish (a word which signifies “increase” in Hebrew) speaks of the immense harvest. There were seven loaves, the number of spiritual perfection, and a few tiddlers. However, they were enough to feed the multitude of four thousand. The number is a product of four and tens.   Four is the number of material creation, the world number. It speaks of the entirety of the world hearing the gospel, just as Jesus said it would. Ten is the number where nothing is wanting, and the whole cycle is complete. The entire world of the Gentiles will be evangelized before the end comes.   To demonstrate the immense harvest that will be realized in the church age, the baskets of fragments were collected, totaling seven large baskets. Notice the difference from the feeding of the five thousand –   “And they ate all, and they gorged, and they lifted the superabounding pieces – twelve handbaskets full. 21And those eating, they were about five thousand men, besides women and children.”   “And they ate all, and they gorged, and the superabounding of the fragments they lifted – seven hampers full. 38And those eating, they were four thousand men, besides women and children.”   Whereas a remnant of the twelve tribes of Israel represented by the twelve small handbaskets (Greek: kophinos) was collected, there will be an immense harvest of the seven churches (as defined in Revelation 2 & 3), represented by the seven large hampers (Greek: spuris).   The chapter ended with a location only mentioned here in Scripture, saying of Jesus, “And having dismissed the crowds, He in-stepped into the boat, and He came to the borders of Magdala.”   The town Magdala in Hebrew is Migdal-el, Tower of God, a city of Naphtali recorded in Joshua 19:38. Migdal El is contrasted to the tower of man, meaning Babel and all that accompanies her. Thus, this is implicitly a picture of the ending of the church age, where believers are delivered from the Babylon of the end times recorded in Revelation.   To understand why these conclusions have been made, one should refer to the descriptions of these locations found in the Old Testament sermons given by the Superior Word. Each location, number, or other reference has been drawn from the information already recorded there. Thus, the typology is not new. It has already been seen and has been reused without change, confirming that this analysis of Matthew 15 is sound.   Lord God, Your word is beyond amazing. It is a lifeline for the soul caught in despair. It is a treasure for the seeker of riches. It is a guide for the path of our lives. And Lord, it is so much more. It is so glorious to enter into its pages and find rest for our souls in the Person of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Thank You for this precious word. Amen. Matthew 15   15 Then they came to Jesus from Jerusalem, scribes and Pharisees, saying, 2“Through what – Your disciples, they sidestep the tradition of the elders? For they wash not their hands when they may eat bread.”   3And answering, He said, to them, “Through what – also you, you sidestep the ‘God's commandment' through your tradition? 4For God, He enjoined, saying, ‘You honor your father and your mother,' and the ‘disparaging father or mother,' death – he expires!' 5And you, you say, ‘Whoever, he should say to father or mother, “Gift – whatever if from me you should benefit.”' 6And no, not he should honor his father or his mother. And you invalidated God's commandment through your tradition. 7Hypocrites! Well, Isaiah, he prophesied concerning you, saying,   8‘He neared Me, this people – the mouth, And the lips – he honors Me, And their heart, it distances far from Me. 9And vainly they revere Me,  Teaching instructions – men's injunctions.'”   10And having summoned the crowd, He said to them, “You hear and comprehend! 11Not the ‘entering into the mouth' it profanes the man, but the ‘proceeding from the mouth,' this, it profanes the man.”   12Then His disciples, having come near, they said to Him, “You have known that the Pharisees, having heard the saying, they stumbled!” 13And having answered, He said, “Every planting that not He planted, My heavenly Father, it will be uprooted. 14You leave them! They are blind, blind-conductors. And blind, if they should conduct, both – they will fall into a pit.”   15And Peter, having answered, he said to Him, “You expound to us this parable.”   16And Jesus, He said, “And yet, you, you are unintelligent! 17Not yet you grasp that all, the ‘entering into the mouth,' into the stomach it contains, and into the john it ejects? 18And those proceeding from the mouth, it comes from the heart, and those, it commonizes the man. 19For from the heart, they come: evil meanderings, murders, adulteries, harlotries, thefts, false-witnessings, blasphemies. 20These, they are, the ‘defiling the man,' but to eat with unwashed hands, not it defiles the man.”   21And having departed thence, Jesus, He withdrew to the allotments – Tyre and Sidon. 22And you behold! A Canaanite woman from those same borders, having come, she cried to Him, saying, “You compassionate me, Lord, Son of David! My daughter, she is demon possessed-badly.”   23And He answered not a word.   And having approached, His disciples, they entreated Him, saying, “You dismiss her! For she cries after us.”   24And answering, He said, “Not, I was sent, if not to the sheep, the ‘having been lost' – House Israel.”   25And having come, she worshipped Him, saying, “Lord, You rush-relieve me!”   26And answering, He said, “It is not good to take the children's bread and cast to the puppies.”   27And she said, “Yes, Lord. And even the puppies – he eats from the crumbs, the ‘falling from their master's table.'”   28Then, Jesus answering, He said to her, “O! Woman, your faith is great! It become to you as you determine.” And she's cured, her daughter, from that hour.   29And having departed thence, Jesus, He went near the Sea of the Galilee, and having ascended to the mountain, He sat there. 30And they came to Him, great crowds, having with them lame, cripples, blind, mutes, and others – many, and they strewed them near Jesus' feet, and He healed them. 31So too, the crowds marveled, seeing mutes speaking, cripples healthy, lame walking, and blind seeing, and they glorified the God of Israel.   32And Jesus, having summoned His disciples, He said, “I gut-wrench upon the crowd because already three days they bivouac with Me, and naught they have that they may eat. And I wish not to dismiss them unfed, not lest they should collapse in the way.”   33And the disciples, they say to Him, “Whence to us in solitude – loaves so many as to gorge a crowd so vast?”   34And He says to them, Jesus, “How many loaves do you have?”   And they said, “Seven, and a few tiddlers.”   35And He ordered the crowds to sit upon the ground. 36And having taken the seven loaves and the fish, and having thanked, He broke, and He gave to His disciples, and the disciples to the crowd. 37And they ate, all, and they gorged, and the superabounding of the fragments they lifted – seven hampers full. 38And those eating, they were four thousand men, besides women and children. 39And having dismissed the crowds, He in-stepped into the boat, and He came to the borders of Magdala.

In this week's episode, both of our storytellers find themselves reckoning with the choices they've made—discovering how a single decision, whether made years ago or in the chaos of a crisis, can shape who we become and the responsibilities we carry.Part 1: When Misha Gajewski's grandfather has a stroke while the rest of her family is out of town, she suddenly becomes the emergency contact.Part 2: After learning that her mother gave up on her dream of becoming a musician, Paula Croxson vows never to give up on her dream of being a scientist.Misha Gajewski is the artistic director and host of The Story Collider podcast. She is also a freelance journalist, educator, and copywriter. Her work has appeared on Vice, Forbes, blogTO, CTV News, and BBC, among others. She's the co-found of the world's first 24-hour True Storytelling Festival and a proud cat mom. She has also written scripts for the award-winning YouTube channel SciShow. Dr. Paula Croxson is a neuroscientist, award-winning science communicator and storyteller. She is a Senior Producer at The Story Collider and the President of the Board of Directors. In her day job, she is President at Stellate Communications where she supports academic and nonprofit science communication. Paula has an M.A. from the University of Cambridge and a M.Sc. and a Ph.D. from the University of Oxford. She was an Assistant Professor of Neuroscience and Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai for 5 years before shifting her career focus to science communication and public engagement with science, first at Columbia University and then at the Dana Foundation. She is passionate about communicating science in meaningful and effective ways, and fostering diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in science. She is also a musician, playing flute in several rock bands, and a long-distance open water swimmer. The swimming is apparently for “fun”. You can learn more about her at paulacroxson.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Context of White Supremacy (C.O.W.S.) Radio Program hosts the weekly summit on Neutralizing Workplace Racism 01/15/26. To kickoff the "new year," 15,000 nurses in the New York region went on strike for better work conditions. The New York Times reports that in addition to a wage boost, the nurses are asking that Mount Sinai "hospitals introduce more security measures to reduce workplace violence and the risk of mass shootings. The nurses also want job security guarantees as hospitals expand the use of artificial intelligence in medical settings." Even the nurses are anxious about being gunned down at a medical facility. Or replaced by AI. We also hear from a non-white female who was offered a quality job with a salary increase and benefits, only to have White people mysteriously rescind the job offer within days. Suspiciously, many of her White employees began behaving differently around her at the same time she was originally offered the job. Her White supervisor has sabotaged her previous efforts to move to a new office. #AITookMyJob #TheCOWS16Years INVEST in The COWS – http://paypal.me/TheCOWS Cash App: https://cash.app/$TheCOWS CALL IN NUMBER: 720.716.7300 CODE 564943#

The Holy Fathers at Mount Sinai lived in the wilderness around the holy mountain before the Emperor Justinian built the famous Monastery there in 527. The brethren were attacked by a band of Saracen barbarians who massacred Doulas, the superior of the community, and most of the other monks. They only stopped when a pillar of fire rose to the sky from the summit of Sinai, causing them to flee in fear.   The Forty-three Holy Fathers at Raithu were massacred on December 22, but are commemorated together with the fathers of Sinai. They lived the monastic life on the shores of the Red Sea. One day about three hundred Ethiopian barbarians raided the area, killing many Christians and enslaving their wives and children. They attacked the church at Raithu, where forty-three fathers had taken shelter. Their abbot Paul enjoined them to persist in prayer to the end, putting no stock in the passing life of this world, which they had renounced when they came to the desert. No sooner had he finished his prayer than the barbarians broke in, slaughtering all the monks but one, who escaped to bring news of the attack to Mt Sinai. When the barbarians returned to their ships they found that the Christians had run their vessels onto the rocks. Enraged, they killed all their prisoners. They themselves were massacred by a band of armed Christians who arrived soon afterward.

Greetings children of God!! We are back!!! I am so excited to continue our Bible study series as we dive into the 4th book of Moses, the book of Numbers. Before we begin, let's do a quick recap of the last three episodes! Genesis - The Beginning, revealed to us the beginning of creation, the fall of man, the first murder, human corruption, and the lives of faithful men like Joseph who were appointed by God to carry out His will. Exodus - The Exit, takes us to through the journey of Moses a prophet called by God to lead His people to freedom out of Egypt. Moses was blessed to be in the tangible presence of God where he received downloads for the time they were in. It was on Mount Sinai that Moses received the Ten Commandments. God also asked Moses and Aaron to build the Ark of Covenant and the tabernacle of testimony where the children of Israel go to worship God. In Leviticus - The Law, God gave Moses several laws that the Israelites were expected to keep in accordance with holiness and righteousness expectations. The priestly garments were designed per the Lord's precise directive. The Israelites had to offer about 5 different sacrifices for the atonement of their sins. Moses was also given the laws governing these various sacrifices and holy convocations. Now that you are all caught up!!! We dive into the book of Numbers where the events in this book took place over a 38 year period. We start get deeper into the different tribes, families and nations and so much more! You don't want to miss this!Please have your bible ready to read along and take notes! Feel free to send me questions or prayer requests! Thank you for your support always! God bless you!

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Is cannabis really harmless for teens? Neuroscientist Dr. Yasmin Hurd reveals what parents need to know about today's high-THC products, brain development, and the real risks of early use. Learn how addiction can form, why anxiety and psychosis are rising, and the signs parents should watch for. Press play to hear the truth behind the science and how to protect your teen with facts, not fear.What to expect in this episode:What “epigenetics” really means and how early cannabis exposure rewires the brainWhy today's cannabis is drastically stronger and far riskier than parents realizeHow to shift from lecturing teens to empowering them with facts and trustThe myth of “non-addictive” marijuana and what science actually showsThe mental health red flags linked to heavy THC use in teensAbout Yasmin Hurd, PhdDr. Yasmin is the Ward-Coleman Chair of Translational Neuroscience and Director of the Addiction Institute at Mount Sinai. A world-renowned neuroscientist, her groundbreaking research explores the neurobiology of addiction and related psychiatric disorders through a multidisciplinary, translational lens. Dr. Hurd's work bridges molecular neuroscience with real-world impact, focusing on how genetics and early exposure to substances like cannabis influence brain development and vulnerability to addiction. Her team also leads pioneering clinical trials aimed at developing new therapies for opioid use disorder. Connect with Dr. YasminWebsite: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai LinkedIn: Yasmin Hurd, PhD Related Links: EP117: Treating ADHD Improves Outcomes for Treating Addiction https://impactparents.com/adhd-and-addiction EP144: Helping Young Adults Get Back On Track https://impactparents.com/helping-young-adults-get-back-on-trackGet your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/podcastgift Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparentsSponsors"Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD InterventionDo you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com

“When Moses came down from Mount Sinai with the two tablets of the covenant law in his hands, he was not aware that his face was radiant because he had spoken with the Lord.” -Exodus 34:29 (NIV)Mama, are you ready to draw closer to the blazing heart of God? Welcome to Blaze: Encountering the Fire of God, 5-day devotional designed to help you discover how God's holy fire shows up in every part of your story! Join us today for Day 1 as we dive into the radiance Moses experienced after encountering God!✨ Important Announcement: Dear Mama, in 2026, the Lord has called us to step away from social media so we can go deeper with you in the Radiant Mom Sisterhood. Join HERE for just $4.99 a month or $50 a year, and walk this next season of motherhood with us! For more information about our ministry, visit our website http://helpclubformoms.comCheck out our YouVersion plans HERE!Our prayer team prays for you every day! Send us your prayer requests at admin@helpclubformoms.com.

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On this episode Jim welcomes Dr. Manish Arora, founder and CEO of Linus Bio, and a Mount Sinai professor whose research has focused on the effects of prenatal and early life chemical exposures on life-long health trajectories. LinusBio is developing precision exposure biomarkers to enable earlier diagnoses, enhance patient monitoring, and accelerate drug development. To stream our Station live 24/7 visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com or ask your Smart Device to “….Play Healthcare NOW Radio”. Find all of our network podcasts on your favorite podcast platforms and be sure to subscribe and like us. Learn more at www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen

A meditation preached on January 31, 2025, last day of the year, at Lyncroft centre. Traditionally, in the old Mass, after the priest had given the blessing, before returning to the sacristy, he would read the prologue of John's Gospel about the preexistence of the Word, from all eternity that had now become flesh. This Gospel was a way to seal the Mass with the mystery of the incarnation, reminding the faithful of what they had received. Our faith is an encounter with the incarnate Logos, not merely an ethical system of good ideas. The apostles were energized by this truth at Pentecost. Now we too feel this same sense of mission as we embark on 2026.Music: O Come O Come Emmanuel. On X from Catholic Arena.Thumbnail: Icon of the enthroned Virgin and Child with saints George, Theodore and angels, 6th century, Saint Catherine's Monastery, Mount Sinai.St. Catherine's Monastery, Sinai, Egypt)

On this episode of In Your Head, Dr. Leigh Richardson sits down with Dr. Theo Tsaousides—neuropsychologist, author, and international speaker—to explore what really holds us back from reaching our potential. As the author of Brainblocks: Overcoming the Seven Hidden Barriers to Success, Dr. Tsaousides explains how invisible mental barriers quietly sabotage creativity, productivity, and confidence—and how we can train our brains to push past them. Together, they discuss practical tools for building mental fitness, developing emotional intelligence, and transforming intention into action. With insights drawn from his work at Mount Sinai's Brain Injury Research Center and years of coaching clients to peak performance, Dr. Tsaousides shows why success isn't just about working harder—it's about working smarter, with your brain on your side.

The word testament in the expression "New Testament" refers to a new covenant that Christians believe completes or fulfils the Mosaic covenant or the old covenant that the national god of Israel made with the people of Israel on Mount Sinai through Moses, described in the books of the Old Testament. Christians traditionally view this new covenant as being prophesied in the Hebrew Bible's Book of Jeremiah. Garry Stevens of the «History in the Bible» podcast shares with us his views on the history of this remarkable book. Ee5 History in the Bible podcast available at https://amzn.to/45IDzFK Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq History of Christianity books available at https://amzn.to/43ro3fe Holy Land books available at https://amzn.to/45zTqGw History of the Bible books available at https://amzn.to/3pAnOQr ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's HISTORY OF NORTH AMERICA podcast: www.parthenonpodcast.com/history-of-north-america Mark's TIMELINE Video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoricalJesu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrick opens the hour by responding to a listener’s struggle with isolation while growing closer to Jesus, drawing parallels to St. Paul’s hardships and the promise of deeper spiritual bonds. He fields questions about Christian relics, considers the spiritual growth possible in suffering through flawed government, addresses the frustrations of Social Security, and gently advises callers on topics like wearing the rosary while on duty as a police officer or breaking the habit of speaking harshly to a parent. Lauren (email) – Do people choose not to follow Jesus because it can lead to a life of isolation? (00:39) Sean - Remind Patrick that Codex Sinaiticus was found at the St. Catherine’s Monastery at Mount Sinai (06:05) Alex - In response to affordable housing, isn’t it sometimes good to undergo suffering? (11:54) Jean – What about someone who pays into Social Security but dies before they collect anything (22:06) Patty – I’m a patrol sergeant and I wear the rosary around the neck. Is that disrespectful? (25:33) Bill - How do we discern between real videos of the pope and something that might be AI? (28:43) Beth - Response to an earlier email from Lauren about faith and isolation: the more we get involved in our parish, the more we feel connected. (35:20) Elena - Are there sins that God won’t forgive? (38:00) Jose - I live with my mom and help her. Is it right for me to leave? (44:58) Originally aired on 06/03/25

The Mishna in Pirkeh Abot (5:25) teaches, "Ben Shelosh Esreh Le'misvot" – a youngster becomes obligated in Misvot upon reaching the age of thirteen. At this point, he may be counted toward a Minyan and may serve as Hazzan. The source for this rule is "Halacha Le'Moshe Mi'Sinai" – an oral tradition taught to Moshe at Mount Sinai. The Gemara in Masechet Sukka (5b) teaches that all Shiurim – halachic measurements – were taught as a "Halacha Le'Moshe Mi'Sinai," and this includes the "measurement" of adulthood, when a boy becomes obligated in Misvot. Rashi, however, in his commentary to Abot, finds a Biblical source for this rule. The Torah uses the word "Ish" ("man") in reference to Shimon and Levi when they waged war on the city of Shechem ("Ish Harbo" – Bereshit 34:25), and, as Rashi shows, Levi – the younger of these two brothers – was thirteen years old at this time. This establishes that a boy attains the status of "Ish" – a man – at the age of thirteen. The Maharil (Rav Yaakov Moelin, Germany, d. 1427) refutes this proof, noting that the use of the word "Ish" in this context does not necessarily mean that this word would not be used if Levi was younger. Therefore, the Maharil concludes that there is no textual basis for this rule, and it was transmitted through oral tradition. Some suggested an allusion to this Halacha in a verse in the Book of Yeshayahu (43:21) in which Hashem pronounces, "Am Zu Yasarti Li, Tehilati Yesaperu" – "I have created this nation for Me, that they tell My praise." The word "Zu" in Gematria equals 13 (7+6), thus hinting to the fact that it is at this age when Hashem wants us to praise Him and perform Misvot. There is a debate among the early authorities as to when precisely a boy is considered a Bar-Misva. The She'iltot (Rav Ahai Gaon, d. 752) writes that a boy becomes a Bar-Misva the moment he fully completes his thirteenth year – meaning, at the time of day when he was born thirteen years earlier. Thus, for example, according to this opinion, a boy who was born at 2pm cannot be counted for a Minyan or serve as Hazan on his thirteenth birthday until 2pm, the point at which he has completed thirteen full years. The consensus among the Poskim, however, is that a boy becomes Bar-Misva once the date of his thirteenth birthday arrives, in the evening. This is, indeed, the Halacha. Therefore, regardless of the time of day of a child's birth, he may serve as Hazan already at Arbit on the night of his thirteenth birthday. The Yalkut Yosef writes that the thirteen years are counted from the child's birth even if he was born prematurely and needed to spend a significant amount of time in an incubator. In addition to the requirement of completing thirteen years, a boy must also have reached a certain point of physical maturity to be considered a Halachic adult. Specifically, he must have grown two pubic hairs. The Rama (Rav Moshe Isserles, Cracow, 1530-1572), based on a ruling of Rav Yosef Kolon (1426-1490), writes that a child who has turned thirteen may be allowed to serve as Hazzan on the assumption that he has reached the point of physical maturity. This assumption may be relied upon with respect to matters instituted by the Sages (as opposed to Torah obligations), and thus, since praying with a Minyan is a Misva ordained by Sages, a child who reached Bar Misva age may lead the service. The Ribash (Rav Yishak Bar Sheshet, Algiers, 1326-1408) went even further, allowing relying on this assumption even with respect to Torah obligations. According to his view, a full-fledged adult may fulfill his Torah obligation of Kiddush on Friday night by listening to Kiddush recited by a boy who has just turned thirteen, on the assumption that he has reached physical maturity. Hacham Ovadia Yosef ruled that those who wish to rely on this position may be allowed to do so. However, Hacham Ovadia's son, Hacham David Yosef, writes in Halacha Berura that one must not assume a boy's physical maturity with respect to Torah obligations such as the Friday night Kiddush, and this assumption may be made only with respect to Rabbinic obligations. All opinions agree that a thirteen-year-old boy may read the Megilla in the synagogue on Purim, since the obligation of Megilla reading was instituted by the Rabbis.

The Mishna in Pirkeh Abot (5:25) teaches, "Ben Shelosh Esreh Le'misvot" – a youngster becomes obligated in Misvot upon reaching the age of thirteen. At this point, he may be counted toward a Minyan and may serve as Hazzan. The source for this rule is "Halacha Le'Moshe Mi'Sinai" – an oral tradition taught to Moshe at Mount Sinai. The Gemara in Masechet Sukka (5b) teaches that all Shiurim – halachic measurements – were taught as a "Halacha Le'Moshe Mi'Sinai," and this includes the "measurement" of adulthood, when a boy becomes obligated in Misvot. Rashi, however, in his commentary to Abot, finds a Biblical source for this rule. The Torah uses the word "Ish" ("man") in reference to Shimon and Levi when they waged war on the city of Shechem ("Ish Harbo" – Bereshit 34:25), and, as Rashi shows, Levi – the younger of these two brothers – was thirteen years old at this time. This establishes that a boy attains the status of "Ish" – a man – at the age of thirteen. The Maharil (Rav Yaakov Moelin, Germany, d. 1427) refutes this proof, noting that the use of the word "Ish" in this context does not necessarily mean that this word would not be used if Levi was younger. Therefore, the Maharil concludes that there is no textual basis for this rule, and it was transmitted through oral tradition. Some suggested an allusion to this Halacha in a verse in the Book of Yeshayahu (43:21) in which Hashem pronounces, "Am Zu Yasarti Li, Tehilati Yesaperu" – "I have created this nation for Me, that they tell My praise." The word "Zu" in Gematria equals 13 (7+6), thus hinting to the fact that it is at this age when Hashem wants us to praise Him and perform Misvot. There is a debate among the early authorities as to when precisely a boy is considered a Bar-Misva. The She'iltot (Rav Ahai Gaon, d. 752) writes that a boy becomes a Bar-Misva the moment he fully completes his thirteenth year – meaning, at the time of day when he was born thirteen years earlier. Thus, for example, according to this opinion, a boy who was born at 2pm cannot be counted for a Minyan or serve as Hazan on his thirteenth birthday until 2pm, the point at which he has completed thirteen full years. The consensus among the Poskim, however, is that a boy becomes Bar-Misva once the date of his thirteenth birthday arrives, in the evening. This is, indeed, the Halacha. Therefore, regardless of the time of day of a child's birth, he may serve as Hazan already at Arbit on the night of his thirteenth birthday. The Yalkut Yosef writes that the thirteen years are counted from the child's birth even if he was born prematurely and needed to spend a significant amount of time in an incubator. In addition to the requirement of completing thirteen years, a boy must also have reached a certain point of physical maturity to be considered a Halachic adult. Specifically, he must have grown two pubic hairs. The Rama (Rav Moshe Isserles, Cracow, 1530-1572), based on a ruling of Rav Yosef Kolon (1426-1490), writes that a child who has turned thirteen may be allowed to serve as Hazzan on the assumption that he has reached the point of physical maturity. This assumption may be relied upon with respect to matters instituted by the Sages (as opposed to Torah obligations), and thus, since praying with a Minyan is a Misva ordained by Sages, a child who reached Bar Misva age may lead the service. The Ribash (Rav Yishak Bar Sheshet, Algiers, 1326-1408) went even further, allowing relying on this assumption even with respect to Torah obligations. According to his view, a full-fledged adult may fulfill his Torah obligation of Kiddush on Friday night by listening to Kiddush recited by a boy who has just turned thirteen, on the assumption that he has reached physical maturity. Hacham Ovadia Yosef ruled that those who wish to rely on this position may be allowed to do so. However, Hacham Ovadia's son, Hacham David Yosef, writes in Halacha Berura that one must not assume a boy's physical maturity with respect to Torah obligations such as the Friday night Kiddush, and this assumption may be made only with respect to Rabbinic obligations. All opinions agree that a thirteen-year-old boy may read the Megilla in the synagogue on Purim, since the obligation of Megilla reading was instituted by the Rabbis. If it is known that a young man has not yet reached this stage of physical development, then he is not considered a Bar-Misva even though his thirteenth birthday has passed. In fact, even if he is older than thirteen, he is not considered a Bar-Misva if it has been determined that he does not have the physical properties required to establish halachic adulthood. If, Heaven forbid, a man does not physically develop until the age of 35, at that point he is considered a "Saris" – an adult man who will never experience physical maturity, and he may thus be counted toward a Minyan. Until then, however, he cannot be considered an adult and may thus not be counted toward a Minyan.

Welcome back to OccPod! This episode features a conversation with someone who has helped shape how physicians across the country understand and apply impairment ratings, Dr. Douglas Martin.Dr. Martin is a Past President of ACOEM and is a board-certified Family Medicine physician specializing in Occupational and Environmental Medicine. Dr. Martin's areas of expertise include workers' compensation injuries, aviation and commercial driver evaluations, fitness-for-duty determinations, independent medical exams, and file reviews. He also serves as co-chair of the AMA Guides Editorial Panel, leading national efforts to modernize and standardize impairment rating.Our host is Dr. Ismail Nabeel, professor in the Department of Environmental Medicine and the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Human Health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Nabeel is an ACOEM Fellow and serves on the ACOEM Board of Directors.In this episode, Dr. Martin breaks down the long and sometimes surprising history of impairment and disability, explains how the AMA Guides have evolved, and shares what's new in the 2024 digital updates – especially the major changes to the musculoskeletal chapters. He also reflects on artificial intelligence, transparency in guideline development, and what these updates mean for physicians, patients, and the future of equitable compensation.

The Bible tells one great, unified story—from Genesis to Revelation—and it doesn't end in a courtroom, but at a wedding

According to the Smith's Bible Dictionary, Habakkuk means (embrace). This book would be the eighth, in order, of the Minor Prophets. Of the facts of the prophet's life, we have no certain information.One important aspect of the ancient Old Testament order of the Hebrew Bible is that the 12 prophetic works of Hosea through Malachi, sometimes referred to as the Minor Prophets, were designed as a single book called The Twelve. Habakkuk is the eighth book of The Twelve.Habakkuk lived in the final decades of Judah, Israel's southern kingdom. It was a time of injustice and idolatry, and he saw the rising threat of the Babylonian empire on the horizon. Unlike the other Hebrew prophets, Habakkuk doesn't accuse Israel or even speak to the people on Yahweh's behalf. Instead, all of his words are addressed to Yahweh. The book of Habakkuk tells us about Habakkuk's personal struggle to believe that Yahweh is good when there is so much tragedy and evil in the world.Habakkuk sees the darkness of the world as an invitation to have faith in Yahweh's promise to one day set things right. Living with such faith means trusting that Yahweh loves this world and works to one day eliminate all evil forever.Now we come to chapter 3 this is calledThe Prophet's Prayer Trust in Yahweh and His Ultimate JusticeThis is what the last chapter is all about. It opens with a prayer of Habakkuk, where the prophet begins by pleading with Yahweh to act in the present like he has in the past, bringing down corrupt nations. “Revive Thy works in the midst of the years” (Hab. 3:2). What follows is an ancient poem that describes a powerful and terrifying appearance of Yahweh through clouds, fire, and earthquake. It's very similar to the opening poems of Micah (Who is like Yahweh) and Nahum (the Compassionate), as well as the appearance of Yahweh at Mount Sinai in Exodus 19-20. When the Creator shows up to confront human evil, it will get everyone's attention.Habakkuk continues by describing the future defeat of evil among the nations as a future exodus. Just like Yahweh came as a warrior and split the sea in his battle against Pharaoh, Habakkuk says that Yahweh will once more bring his judgment down on the “head of the evil house.” Pharaoh, like Babylon, serves as a prototype of violent nations. At the same time, when Yahweh confronts evil, he will “save his people, and his anointed one” (Hab. 3:13), a reference to the coming king from the line of David. In this poem, the Exodus story of the past has become an image of a future exodus Yahweh will perform. He will once again defeat evil and bring down the Pharaohs and Babylon's of the world, bringing justice to all people and rescuing the oppressed and innocent.It's this promise that enables Habakkuk to end the book with hopeful praise. Even if the world is falling apart from food shortages, drought, war, or whatever, he will choose to trust and take joy in the covenant promise of Yahweh. By the end of the book of Habakkuk, the prophet becomes a shining example of how “the righteous live by faith.” He recognizes just how dark and chaotic the world and our lives can become, but he also sees how this invites us into the journey of faith, trusting that Yahweh loves this world more than we can imagine and that he will one day deal with its evil.Therefore the book concludes with a prayer of Habakkuk, which is a psalm of praise and trust in Yahweh. Habakkuk reflects on Yahweh's past deeds and expresses confidence in Yahweh's salvation, despite the impending hardships. He declares, "Yet I will exult in the LORD; I will rejoice in the Yahweh of my salvation!"Join me as we go Chapter by Chapter, Verse by Verse, Unraveling the Words of Yahweh!Have any questions? Feel free to email me; keitner2024@outlook.com

Elihu concludes his speech in Job 37 by proclaiming the majesty of the Almighty. The final speeches of the book are delivered by our Sovereign God. And so, in a sense, Elihu is God's forerunner just as John the Baptist was of our Lord Jesus Christ as Malachi 3 prophesied he would so do. In the final chapter Job is asked by the Almighty to make intercession in prayer for his 3 friends. As no such intercession is requested for Elihu it is reasonable to conclude that Yahweh had accepted what Elihu had said. Like with Moses and Elijah at Mount Sinai, so did the LORD precede His speech with an awesome display of His might - on this occasion "out of the whirlwind'. The whirlwind is a symbol of warfare in the Bible - indicating there is a divine warfare in the book of Job - between the Almighty against sin and self- righteousness. Elihu outlined the majestic power revealed in the thunder (spoken of in the Psalms as, "the voice of Yahweh") and in the lightning and the interplay between these two momentous forces. Verse 6 says that the snow falls at the Almighty's command. Mankind and all creatures are cowed by His awesome power. And what God does is according to His will and He does it purposefully. How can you even understand such power, let alone think you can challenge the LORD? Humble yourself and learn from Him. Show reverential fear and cease from your conceit. The same words must be acknowledged by us and responded to by the way in which we live.

Color: Blue Old Testament: Deuteronomy 18:15–19 Psalm: Psalm 111; antiphon: v. 9 Epistle: Philippians 4:4–7 Gospel: John 1:19–28 Gospel: Luke 1:39–56 Introit: Psalm 19:1, 4–6; antiphon: Isaiah 45:8a Gradual: Psalm 145:18, 21 Verse: Psalm 40:17b John the Baptizer Points Everyone to the Messiah   The coming of God in all His unveiled power at Mount Sinai was terrifying to the people of Israel. The thundering voice of the Lord puts sinners in fear of death (Deut. 18:15–19). God, therefore, raised up a prophet like Moses—the Messiah, the Christ. God came to His people veiled in human flesh. The skies poured down the Righteous One from heaven; the earth opened her womb and brought forth Salvation (Introit) through the blessed Virgin Mary, the mother of the Lord (Luke 1:39–56). The fruit of her womb is the very Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world, the One whose sandal strap John was not worthy to loose (John 1:19–28). In Jesus we are delivered from fear and anxiety. In Him alone we have the peace of God which surpasses all understanding (Phil. 4:4–7). Lectionary summary © 2021 The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Used by permission. http://lcms.org/worship

Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisWeBelieveIs Jesus really present in all of the Old Testament, and if so, how is he present? Is it only in an indirect way, or something more immediate and direct? This episode discusses how the early Christians saw Jesus as both fulfilling all of Scripture and as really present in all of scripture, including the Old Testament. Jesus is not just foreshadowed in the Old Testament, but an active agent in many of its key stories. For instance, he speaks with Abraham under the tree of Mambre, and walks past Moses on Mount Sinai. Four Mountains teaches Christians to read the Bible through its symbols and story. https://a.co/d/hWzDzYV If you would like connect further, please visit us: Facebook: @ThisWeBelievepodcastTwitter: @We_Believe_PodE-mail: Thiswebelievepodcast@gmail.com

In this high-octane clip, Marc "Moose" Malusis takes a detour from the Giants and Jets disaster zones to break down the brutal beauty of Saratoga and Lake Placid in the dead of winter. After a caller paints a picture of zero-degree nights and picturesque downtowns, Moose fires back with his own legendary—and painful—Upstate history. From the Olympic Oval to a concussion-inducing toboggan ride that landed him in an MRI machine at Mount Sinai, Malusis delivers a "fiery" warning to anyone headed north: pack the Under Armour, watch out for the ice, and get ready for a winter that's as tough as New York football.

Discover the profound truth about Jesus Christ's presence in our modern world and how it transforms our understanding of Christmas. This powerful message explores the universal human longing for connection and presence, especially relevant during the holiday season when loneliness affects millions of Americans. Learn about the revolutionary meaning of Emmanuel - God with us - and how this isn't just ancient history but a present reality that changes everything.Explore the progressive revelation of God's presence throughout biblical history, from Mount Sinai to the Temple, culminating in the incarnation of Jesus Christ. Understand how God continually drew closer to humanity, ultimately dwelling among us in human flesh. This comprehensive study examines the difference between God's presence as surveillance versus His presence as love and protection.Discover practical ways Jesus continues to be present today through Scripture, baptism, and communion. Learn how these aren't just religious rituals but tangible reminders of God's ongoing presence in your life. This message addresses common fears about God's omnipresence and reveals how His awareness of our lives is motivated by love, not judgment.Perfect for anyone struggling with loneliness during the holidays, questioning God's relevance in modern life, or seeking to understand the deeper meaning of Christmas beyond the historical birth of Jesus. This biblical teaching offers hope and comfort, explaining how Jesus' promise to be with us always provides security that human relationships cannot offer.

Experience the thunderous revelation on Mount Sinai and the eternal laws that echo through the ages.In this episode of "The Chosen People," we delve into the profound moment on Mount Sinai where Moses receives the Ten Commandments from God. Witness the awe-inspiring scene as Moses ascends into the fiery presence of the Lord and emerges with the laws that would shape the destiny of God's chosen people. This episode highlights the timeless significance of the law and its fulfillment through Jesus Christ.Today's Bible verse is Matthew 5:17, from the King James Version.Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My conversation with Dr Emanuel begins at about 34 minutes Subscribe and Watch Interviews LIVE : On YOUTUBE.com/StandUpWithPete ON SubstackStandUpWithPete Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. This show is Ad free and fully supported by listeners like you! Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 750 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous soul In Eat Your Ice Cream, renowned health expert Dr. Ezekiel J. Emanuel argues that life is not a competition to live the longest, and that "wellness" shouldn't be difficult; it should be an invisible part of one's lifestyle that yields maximum health benefits with the least work Ezekiel J. Emanuel, MD, PhD, is the Vice Provost for Global Initiatives, the Co-Director of the Healthcare Transformation Institute, and the Diane v.S. Levy and Robert M. Levy University Professor at the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. Emanuel is an oncologist and world leader in health policy and bioethics. He is a Special Advisor to the Director General of the World Health Organization, Senior Fellow at the Center for American Progress, and member of the Council on Foreign Relations.  He was the founding chair of the Department of Bioethics at the National Institutes of Health and held that position until August of 2011. From 2009 to 2011, he served as a Special Advisor on Health Policy to the Director of the Office of Management and Budget and National Economic Council. In this role, he was instrumental in drafting the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Emanuel also served on the Biden-Harris Transition Covid Advisory Board. Dr. Emanuel is the most widely cited bioethicist in history.  He has over 350 publications and has authored or edited 15 books. His recent publications include the books Which Country Has the World's Best Health Care (2020), Prescription for the Future (2017), Reinventing American Health Care: How the Affordable Care Act Will Improve our Terribly Complex, Blatantly Unjust, Outrageously Expensive, Grossly Inefficient, Error Prone System (2014) and Brothers Emanuel: A Memoir of an American Family (2013). In 2008, he published Healthcare, Guaranteed: A Simple, Secure Solution for America, which included his own recommendations for health care reform. Dr. Emanuel regularly contributes to the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, and often appears on BBC, NPR, CNN, MSNBC and other media outlets. He has received numerous awards including election to the National Academy of Medicine, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the Association of American Physicians, and the Royal College of Medicine (UK). He has been named a Dan David Prize Laureate in Bioethics, and is a recipient of the AMA-Burroughs Wellcome Leadership Award, the Public Service Award from the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Society of Bioethics and Humanities, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation David E. Rogers Award, President's Medal for Social Justice Roosevelt University, and the John Mendelsohn Award from the MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Emanuel has received honorary degrees from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Union Graduate College, the Medical College of Wisconsin, and Macalester College. In 2023, he became a Guggenheim Fellow. Dr. Emanuel is a graduate of Amherst College. He holds a M.Sc. from Oxford University in Biochemistry, and received his M.D. from Harvard Medical School and his Ph.D. in political philosophy from Harvard University. On YOUTUBE.com/StandUpWithPete ON SubstackStandUpWithPete   Listen rate and review on Apple Podcasts Listen rate and review on Spotify Pete On Instagram Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on Twitter Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll  Gift a Subscription https://www.patreon.com/PeteDominick/gift Send Pete $ Directly on Venmo  

Divine guidance is one of the benefits of your salvation. We must listen to the Holy Spirit to remain focused on God's plan. When God speaks, He keeps you on the path for your life. Join Kenneth Copeland and Professor Greg Stephens on Believer's Voice of Victory as they explore the parallels between Paul and Moses, highlighting how the history of the Israelites is intricately woven into Paul's ministry to many nations. Learn that the same hand of God, which guided the Israelites, also guided Paul. That same divine guidance is available to you!

Divine guidance is one of the benefits of your salvation. We must listen to the Holy Spirit to remain focused on God's plan. When God speaks, He keeps you on the path for your life. Join Kenneth Copeland and Professor Greg Stephens on Believer's Voice of Victory as they explore the parallels between Paul and Moses, highlighting how the history of the Israelites is intricately woven into Paul's ministry to many nations. Learn that the same hand of God, which guided the Israelites, also guided Paul. That same divine guidance is available to you!

Introduction After a stroke, recovery doesn't end when rehab does. For many survivors, that's when confusion begins. Fatigue, brain fog, limited appointment time, and conflicting advice make it incredibly hard to know what actually helps. And while research is advancing rapidly, most survivors are left trying to piece together answers from podcasts, Facebook groups, and late-night Google searches. That's why this conversation with Jessica Dove London, founder of turnto.ai, matters. The Hidden Problem in Stroke Recovery: Information Overload Stroke survivors aren't lacking motivation. They're drowning in disconnected information — and often too exhausted to process it. Bill shares how, after stroke and brain surgery, even short bursts of research felt impossible. Jessica explains how parents and patients are expected to become full-time researchers — on top of surviving life-changing diagnoses. Why “Just Ask Your Doctor” Isn't Enough Doctors care deeply. But no clinician can keep up with thousands of new stroke-related publications every week. This gap leaves survivors feeling dismissed — not because professionals don't care, but because systems aren't built for rapid knowledge sharing. “You shouldn't have to rely on luck or Facebook groups to find something that could change your recovery.” How Tunrto.ai Changes the Stroke Recovery Equation turnto.ai doesn't replace doctors. It reduces the cognitive load on survivors. Jessica explains how the platform: Reads thousands of new stroke resources weekly Filters by your stage of recovery and priorities Surfaces research, patient experience, and expert insight together Updates automatically as your needs change For survivors managing fatigue, this alone is transformative. Real Examples: From Spasticity to Stem Cells Bill demonstrates how Tunrto.ai can instantly surface: Evidence and cautions around emerging treatments Patient experiences that add real-world context Research trends and unanswered questions Instead of hours of searching, survivors gain clarity — and better conversations with their care teams. Why This Restores Hope After Stroke Hope doesn't come from miracle cures. It comes from visibility — knowing what exists, what's emerging, and what's worth asking about. Tunrto.ai doesn't promise answers. It promises orientation — and that changes everything. Conclusion & CTA If you're a stroke survivor who feels lost, overwhelmed, or unsure where to look next, tools like turnto.ai represent a new way forward. Learn more at turnto.ai Read Bill's book at recoveryafterstroke.com/book Support the podcast at patreon.com/recoveryafterstroke You're not alone — and better answers are closer than you think. Footer disclaimer: This blog is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult your doctor before making any changes to your health or recovery plan. When Stroke Recovery Meets AI — Finding Clarity Faster with Jessica Dove London After stroke, finding answers shouldn't depend on luck. Discover how AI is changing stroke recovery with Jessica Dove London. Turnto.ai Jessica’s LinkedIn Support The Recovery After Stroke Podcast on Patreon Highlights: 00:00 Introduction to the Journey 09:17 The Birth of Turn2.ai 19:07 Navigating Information Overload 27:10 The Onboarding Process Explained 35:28 Real-Life Applications and Success Stories 43:57 Empowering Patients Through Collaboration Transcript: Introduction to AI for stroke recovery Bill Gasiamis (00:00) Hey everyone, if you’ve ever struggled to find information about tools, treatments, or resources that could actually help you on your stroke recovery journey, this interview is a game-changer. One of the reasons I’m so passionate about doing this podcast is because of my purpose behind it. And that purpose is simple, to connect people with information, to connect people with tools, and to connect people with other people. who truly understand what this journey is like. After a stroke, finding reliable up-to-date information is exhausting. You’re dealing with fatigue, brain fog, limited time, and often very little guidance beyond rehab. In today’s episode, you’re going to hear from Jessica Dove London, my new hero, the founder of Turnto.ai, a tool designed to help people like us find relevant stroke recovery information much faster with less effort and far less energy delivered straight into your email inbox. This is not a sponsored episode, but it is an episode about a solution I genuinely believe can change how stroke survivors find answers. Let’s get into it. Bill Gasiamis (01:13) Jessica Dove London, welcome to the podcast. Jessica Dove London (01:16) Great to be here Bill Bill Gasiamis (01:17) Sometimes when people send me emails, they go into the inbox and then they’re kind of like, I’ll look at that when I get back to it, when I get back to it, I get back to it. And I saw the email that you sent to me when you reached out to tell me about this amazing new product. And I thought, well, another amazing new product. There’s plenty of them. And usually the products that people kind of email me about are not relevant to Stroke. And people are just trying to get onto podcasts and all that kind of stuff. And I get it. I’ve got no issue with that. If they’re relevant, I love sending new information to people. And one of the biggest challenges is determining what’s going to be the most helpful thing. How can I get things out that are not just another thing to talk about for the sake of talking about it? And then I didn’t respond to your email because it kind of goes down to the bottom of the list when all the other new ones come in and I’ll get to that. get to that. And then I saw a link in my I comment on my LinkedIn and I thought, okay, this is familiar. I’ve seen this before. Let me check it out. And then I checked it out and thought, what an idiot. Why haven’t I contacted this person back quicker? This product is amazing. But before we talk about turnto.ai, give me a little bit of a background. I just want to get a sense of how it is that somebody comes up with the idea. I know what I’m going to do. I’m going to create a product that brings information to people. more rapidly than ever before so that they can decrease the amount of time it takes to learn new and amazing things that are coming up about their condition. Jessica Dove London (02:50) Yeah, well, Bill, I did really like your podcast. That’s why I linked in you as well. I actually really liked your podcast because, you know, from where I come from, my son has a rare type of cerebral palsy. We actually don’t have a podcast like this where it’s a patient-led, you know, quest for finding the most useful, cutting-edge, relevant type information. So I really liked your channel. But I guess where do, where do, you know, where do a lot of these things come from? from my lived experience. So when my son was 18 months old, he was diagnosed with a rare type of cerebral palsy, which is a little bit similar to Parkinson’s in his rare type. And when I went along, when he got diagnosed, I went along to his appointment, we knew he had something and I took a big research paper along systematic review and the doctor said, nothing you can do to help him. There’s no medication, surgery. She even told me, don’t bother reading those papers. And I just, went on this journey that maybe a lot of people listening relate to when you are given something or you’re recovering, we have this huge life change of wondering what can I do to improve my son’s quality of life? And this real question, like, can I do anything? He’s amazing as he is, but we want to unlock the whole world for him. So I just went on this journey for years, finding treatments for him. And we just kept finding treatments and some were incredibly life impacting. And almost all of them were in the medical literature. I just had to decipher them. I traveled the world, how did every world leader ended up studying neuroscience? We, we had a big YouTube channel where we shared our stories and I went to a huge conference with all these academics and this one world leader got up on the stage and she shared these incredible things coming for cerebral palsy, which actually is some relevance for stroke because there’s a lot of things that are free. They’re, sort of based on neuroplasticity. They’re very accessible. And I actually put my hand up and said, I shouldn’t have to fly around the world. to learn about cutting edge things that could help my son or help people right now. you know, I guess I just live this experience that think many people do where all the cutting edge information can be all over the place. It can live in these research papers. It can live in the patient community. It can live in those incredible healthcare providers, but you have to sign or in clinical trials, you know, you don’t know, you have to piece it all together and then work out what’s relevant for me. because you know, you could be sitting in a Facebook group, you could be listening to podcasts like this, but there’s so much time that is wasted and opportunity that is wasted while you’re trying to work out all these things. And for most people, you don’t have the world leading best healthcare providing team. Who knows everything doing that work for you. You have to do it on your own. So yeah, just live that problem of trying to find the cutting edge thing to help my son and you know, For two years, it took me two years, we did find a whole lot of things. Bill Gasiamis (05:40) Yeah, two years. my gosh. And I mean, you’d give more than two years to your son, but it’s not about that. It’s about, doing it more quickly than two years. And from stroke perspective, do you have a stroke? Your brain doesn’t work properly. And then trying to sit there and get through, data, texts, videos, all that kind of stuff. I only was able to find like very small amounts of time in between. ⁓ feeling terrible most of the time. And then, ⁓ my gosh, I’m feeling good right now. And then it’s a priority. Like what do I do now that I’m feeling good for five minutes or 10 minutes or an hour? And for me, I, I was very keen to kind of, understand what I can do to support myself. And I knew for certain there was stuff that doctors weren’t delivering when able to deliver, didn’t know about, weren’t telling me that if I did the research that, and I found that I could implement something that was easy for me to implement. for me, just perfect example would be nutrition. But in my conversations with doctors, when I asked them about, this something I can stop eating or start eating to help my brain? There was no information out. There’s probably nothing that wouldn’t matter. Just go about the treatment that we’re offering. And then as a mom or a parent, let’s say as a parent who has a child who has needs beyond the quote unquote normal. It’s like, I’ve got to do all these extra things as a parent for my child. And I’ve got to have my life. I’ve got to do work and do all the things that parents do other than just parenting. And then somehow in there, I’ve got to find a flight to a conference to the other side of the world to hear a researcher maybe, and it’s only like a maybe share something that’ll be life-changing and supportive. And that’s kind of… where I was at, was in the same place. And I thought, what I’ll do is I’ll create a conversation so that people can come to me. We can chat about it amongst other things, share stories. But then hopefully somebody on my YouTube channel says, do you know about this? And then that happened. And then that was a problem as well, because it’s like, I don’t know about this. I don’t even know where to begin to have a conversation about that with you. And if I needed to… do the research on something that I was asked about will take ages. Now, one of the questions I had recently was, you know about methylene blue? And it’s this ridiculously kind of current topic about improving mitochondrial function for people. And as a result of that, people are finding out how you can take that and they’re taking it, which I wouldn’t recommend. And, and now I don’t… The Birth of Turnto.ai And now I’ve got to go and do, I don’t know how many searches to find all the data on Methylene Blue and I don’t know where they’re hiding. Read them, spend my entire time to read them, know, spend all my time to read them and then somehow kind of give people feedback on what I’ve read because that’s the role that I’ve decided to play. And now that’s what they’re expecting of me, but it takes ages. It’s forever. So then a little while later, what happened was you, you said, you know, have a look at turnto.ai. check it out, tell me what you think. And then I did. And I was able to see the power of being able to have the research just sent to me in my inbox because I asked the AI to do it and it does it on a regular basis. And in a moment we’ll share about it. But then tell me a little bit about that transition for you from I’m traveling all over the world to nah, stuff that. I’m gonna do that from. my office in Brisbane, in Australia. I’m not going to travel the whole world to find out this information. It’s not efficient enough. How do you move from mum with a problem to mum with a massive solution? Jessica Dove London (09:31) I mean, I guess, you know, those first five years I was just full-time mom and just doing, you know, we did all the things we did into all the therapy centers. And I, you know, I guess it’s really interesting that question you had. you have these really tricky questions or people ask you questions or you’re on a Facebook group and you see people talking about something you’ve never heard about. Yeah. I was just trying to pull those pieces together because I had the capacity to do that reading. Often it was late at night. think one of the biggest challenges is often at the beginning of your journey, you don’t have the context. You don’t know the map that you’re even looking at. All you know is the impact it’s having immediately and the potential future impact and all those really hard things that you’re facing. so probably for those first five years, I was just pulling everything together messily and someone’s trying things, low risk things, all these different things, trying to get the best people to give us that advice. However, you know, after those five years, I went to that REITs big conference and actually initially got an AI grant to do a research project, an AI research project. And I had a really good friend get lung cancer, stage four lung cancer and a good friend get MS. And they just had the same problem that I was having. And so I just knew there was something here. And so initially what we did is we actually just brought all the treatments that exist for cerebral palsy in one place. And there were over 220 treatments and most patient knew about five to 10. And these are, science backed different protocol treatments people are doing and having some impact on. They having some evidence of things that are working. And so the problem is just really wild because you again, you’re told, I’ll just try these few things, but there’s actually legitimate scientific leading people with all these other ideas and some of it’s really working. So I just, I initially I did that. And then when my kids started school, ⁓ I decided to start a tech platform because I saw this as a really huge problem, but I knew I needed a world-class engineering team because I knew AI had to be part of this. And this was before all the LLM, all the open AI. don’t know if people’s familiar with AI, familiarity with AI is. Before all of this amazing sort of last few years, I was using sort of different, more sort of machine learning to try and just bring the data in and categorize it. but really just trying to make it accessible for people. Bill Gasiamis (11:51) Before we continue, want to pause for just a moment. If you’ve been listening to this conversation and thinking, I don’t have the energy to search research papers, Facebook groups, podcasts, and forums just to find one useful thing, you’re not alone. exact problem is why this episode matters. What Jessica has built with turnto.ai is a way to reduce the mental and physical effort it takes to stay informed. after a stroke. Instead of searching endlessly, relevant information is found for you based on where you are in your recovery and sent straight to your inbox. There’s a listener discount available which you’ll find in the show notes and I’ve also created a page with more details at recoveryafterstroke.com/turnto that’s recoveryafterstroke.com/turnto But stay around, listen to the rest of this episode before you go and check out recoveryafterstroke.com/turnto, to get the discount code. All right, let’s get back to the conversation. Jessica Dove London (12:55) yeah, I guess it was definitely a journey I didn’t go from, know, the first few years it was just heads down, fully in care mode, trying to deliver all the care, trying to access all the experts. And then slowly I just went on this journey to eventually being full time running this team of amazing people from the tech space. I knew this should be a tech solution because You know, I think one of the unfortunate things is, is amazing groups out there, amazing orgs out there, but they often are technology specialists. So I don’t build things that can continue to be relevant. They often make really high quality resources and then the resources are actually not relevant even for you doing a search. You know, you do a search and then what happens in a month when there’s something new that’s come out about that. So yeah, we’re on that journey and probably the cornerstone of what we’ve built is this belief we have that all the voices matter. And so research matters, patient experience matter, leading professionals, experts matter. And actually they sometimes can hold different pieces of the puzzle. probably unlike other tools that you’ll see out there and when we show what we’ve built and how we build it, that’s the key thing. The other thing we believe is that new information matters and it’s too much work for one person, let alone a doctor, a specialist can’t even stay up to date on the disease because know, stroke is actually got an unbelievable amount of things that are created every week. can be over 2000 new things every week in stroke that are being published from expert interviews to new research to clinical trials to patient discussions to incredible events. It’s just wild. Like there’s actually so much incredible stuff happening. But you can’t find it all and you can’t read it all. Bill Gasiamis (14:39) Yeah, absolutely. And that’s why when I had a little bit of a play with Tony, with Turn 2… It was cool because I’m not interested in everything that stroke has to offer me. The research has taught me, but I’m interested in certain things and I’m interested on things specifically that my followers and listeners on my podcast want to know about, you know, so I’d love to be able to bring that to them. So then I had a bit of a play and then we’re going to move to that. I’m going to share the screen in a minute and we’ll talk about that actual screen and the solution, but there is an onboarding process, which we’re not going to. show today but can we talk about it a little bit just to give people a sense of how people they’ll come across turn to and then they’ll go okay ⁓ i want to start and then i want to make sure i get information information for just the stuff that i’m interested in how does the onboarding work Jessica Dove London (15:21) Yeah. Yeah, I guess this is again, thing of like, you know, we’ve built a tool that you’re about to see where we want to keep you up to date, read every single new thing and just give you a handful of things. So how do we do that? And so the way we designed this is to find out what’s on top right now. If you’ve just had a stroke, you’re in a very different stage to one year post, two year post, five year post. the reality is of a patient journey is Bill Gasiamis (15:40) Hmm. Jessica Dove London (16:02) you are always changing, know, you know, we have things, new things come up and then you suddenly feel like you’re at the beginning again or new symptoms come up and you get very confused. Like, is this related? I’m like, I have to talk to my doctor. What’s happening here? I’ve just started a new medication. There’s always things happening. So we ask just five questions and the questions are just all about right now. and sort of some key different attributes around your recovery journey or your journey because Sometimes some information is less relevant for certain groups than others. I’m in a cerebral palsy space, your subtype really matters because it’s actually completely different neurology. And so you might find this incredible breakthrough and it just not be relevant for the subtype, which is actually the case for my son. My son has a very rare subtype, which makes like, you know, anything published on his subtype is like gold because you’re like, wow, a new sort of thing has come out. Yeah. So what we’ve done is, made the onboarding about what are you facing this week with your stroke recovery? You know, what is the symptom you’re worried about? And the thing about the tool is, you know, that week it’ll, it’ll go and read the thousands of new things and it will then match you according to what’s on top for you. And it’ll also go and do specific searches on your location. So if you’re living in Sydney, you’re living in anyway, Los Angeles, London, it’ll search for that week for stroke. what is happening in that city. And the reason that’s so helpful sometimes is there are groups, there’s new clinical trials, there’s so many things that are all these incredible people are putting on webinars, like online support, online educational things. So we match you to all of those things every single week. But yeah, really it’s what are you doing with dealing with right now? And then if you get to Sunday, cause that’s when we send our update out and you’ve got something new that’s come up, you just can talk or type and say, hey, I’m not interested, I’m now interested in keto and I’m interested in this and it will just make you, it’ll create new priorities. Cause that’s the real journey of living with a competition. Bill Gasiamis (18:05) I love that it does change at the beginning. It was all about fatigue. How do I improve my fatigue? And then later on it was like, how do I improve my sleep? And then later on it was after, you know, after brain surgery, it’s a completely different, uh, um, inquiries that I was making on YouTube, Google, wherever I was like, you know, how do I overcome a brain surgery, all that kind of stuff. Um, and then also at the beginning, some of those problems I solved like, then Jessica Dove London (18:25) Yeah. Yeah. Exactly. Bill Gasiamis (18:35) I thought, okay, what’s the next one I need to solve? Jessica Dove London (18:38) Yeah, that’s right. The funny thing about health information is though, cause one of the things we’ve built, if let’s say you’ve tried something though, and there has been new research that’s come out about post impact, you may get that in your update because, know, let’s say you did a surgery or you did sort of some sort of intervention there. Sometimes studies coming out about five years post that intervention. And actually that’s really useful for you because what if it, this new potential thing you should be testing for? I think the key to what we, Navigating Information Overload Have learned from building these tools is you don’t actually know what you don’t know. And like, I think most people here have had that experience of sitting in a Facebook group, listening to your podcast. You learn something new and you go, ⁓ I wish I knew this. ⁓ it feels like luck. And I think that is just a really challenging thing because your health is so much more important than luck, but it can feel like that. You know, I can literally remember when I’ve been in a Facebook group and someone first mentioned this surgery that we ended up doing. took us a year to make the decision, but it was like, ⁓ my goodness, what is this they’re talking about? And then I went to my, our surgeon and the surgeon was very, very dismissive even though there was huge body of literature behind this particular intervention. So then I had to find another specialist and so it begins. Bill Gasiamis (19:53) Yeah. That’s a great thing too, as well. Like if you could be facing roadblocks that are based on other people and that, and then if you don’t have like some kind of ammunition to take to them to say, but you know, how about this? That’s one of the challenges. Cause then, you know, they kind of say, well, there’s no data. I haven’t seen it. If I haven’t seen, I’m a doctor. Like, you know, what do you know? How are you going to be the perfect person that makes the decision? gatekeepers of information bother the hell out of me. Like I hate people who have information and think that because they have it, that they sort of hold the key to how that information is disseminated. But then also people who discourage people from doing searches on what may help them, you know, this is my life, it’s my condition. I wanna be able to find things to help me to make my life better. So I don’t have to be in the hospital system so I can go back to life. so I can improve things. So luck is not part of the equation. If I didn’t jump into that Facebook group today and didn’t see that post, I would have missed it for years maybe. Jessica Dove London (20:56) And this stuff just is always happening. It is pretty wild. And again, the reality is that there is just information is everywhere. And I think even for people who favor research, research takes years to come out. And who decides what should be researched? When we did our first research project, when I started this work, one of the things we did is we collected patient stories of treatment reviews. popular treatment at the time, had no research behind it in the cerebral palsy space, but very low risk. It was like an intensive physio type protocol. And I actually shared this with a whole bunch of academics and a world leader came up to me and said, she’s now going to study this treatment. Because again, you know, are not academics sitting in Facebook groups. or they’re not always, know, they’re not, you know, it takes years for these things to even begin to be getting researched. However, at the same time, are, like research has been, can be very, very helpful and it can also, you know, there are definitely a variety of things out there. Some things are snake oil, some things are, some things can look like snake oil and actually be the next best thing because there’s actually a sign, you know, reason why it’s working or we don’t know why it’s working. It is very hard to decide for all of this. Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (22:17) used to be hard. Now it’s a lot easier. Thank you very much. So I’m going to share my screen now so we can have a bit of a look at what we’re talking about. Jessica Dove London (22:19) Yeah. Bill Gasiamis (22:26) so this is the screen. Now, I’ve purposely resisted from clicking on the first two weekly updates at the top because I wanna kind of tell people what happened, why they’re there. But then I wanna go all the way down to the very first catch up that ⁓ I had with the software after I was onboarded, after I answered all the questions and did all that stuff. It came to me, it said, these are some things that we found for you. And, ⁓ it said it found 18 things. It gave me this, ⁓ bar chart thingy, me jiggy here, which is not a bar chart. It’s actually an audio file telling me what it found. ⁓ and it gave me top insights, six things, and it told me one thing that was near me now, just for context. said, I’m in Australia, in Melbourne, but I said I was in New York, New York. Okay. Just so that I can kind of get a sense of what happens when people from ⁓ other places in the world do a search. I kind of have an idea that if I had done the same thing, what type of results I would have got here. But the reason I did that is because I believe it or not, stroke survivors have reached out to me from New York and said, do I know any stroke survivors in New York? I’m in Australia, in Melbourne. Like technically that answer should be no. but I know heaps of people in other areas. But what I don’t know is what’s happening in those other areas. And what Tony found was ⁓ groups, meetups or something along those lines that were happening in New York for people. So I found that really interesting. So I could immediately do that search and get that I click near you, all right, I’m not in New York guys, but if I click near you, look what it found. Hybrid event stroke support groups at Mount Sinai, Sinai, I know I butchered that, but it’s. probably an event that is happening ⁓ in that area. Union Square, I think I know what that is. I think that is in Manhattan. And then it gives its thoughts. It says, this group could help you connect with survivors for emotional regulation and post-traumatic growth. Like, what? That was like a few minutes of searching immediately now. If I had even moved. to New York, it was a brand new place where I’m living and I want to connect with people, I’ve automatically found that. mean, that is fantastic. Jessica Dove London (24:58) So Bill, when you get your update, you go to the, I found you, you can actually flick through all of the updates. And for people as well, can, if you go to click on what I found you, or if you just go back into it and then you can actually flick through them all. So you can flick through the research, the expert interviews, the patient discussions, the online events. And also for people who like email, you can get it all in an email. That’s sort of an easier experience for you, but you can just really quickly flick. Bill Gasiamis (25:06) what I found. Yeah. Jessica Dove London (25:28) through all the relevant things that have found you. And it’s just matching to what you’ve said. So you would have said all those different sort of key things that are important to you. And then the whole thing we believe is we try not to use AI to give you necessarily a generic answer. We’re trying to use AI to find you the most interesting resources that already exist. Bill Gasiamis (25:30) Yeah. Yeah. Yeah, I love it. this one, this week’s daily update. So I’ve had a few of those updates and I’ve clicked a lot of them. And they, as I was going through my mind a few weeks after I logged in for the first time, I would then put in a new search. And then the most recent email that I got or update that I got was this one here. And It has found 17 new things for me and the top insights have been updated because one of the additional searches that I put in later after I did the onboarding was about hand spasticity. And then also I did, and look at this, I did a podcast with, a stroke survivor called Jonathan and it has already found it and brought that to my attention as if I didn’t know about it. And Jonathan Aravello shares his story. That’s an interview that I did with a stroke survivor a little while ago and it already knows that it’s there. And then if you scroll down, I found if you scroll down, you just go through other things that people are talking about. Vivastim is a new product that stroke survivors are talking about because it’s an implantable and it attaches to autonomic, to the vagus nerve and somehow it supports people to improve function and it helps with neuroplasticity and all that kind of stuff. I’m just stunned by all the information that came to me and… The Onboarding Process Explained And I had a question this week in my YouTube channel. Let me tell you what it is. And let’s see if we can just do a search and find some information on that product. STC30 stem cell treatment. I’ve got no idea where to start. How would I answer that question for the person? They asked me a lovely question. What can you say about the effectiveness of STC30 stem cell treatment? So I’m getting asked like I’m an expert in these areas. I don’t mind, but that’s the kind of information that people are looking for. They’re going, how do I find information about that thing when nobody else out there will talk to me about it? They’re kind of like doing a Hail Mary shot. They’re going, I’m going to ask this guy on the podcast, maybe he knows about stem cells. Who would know about that? But check this out. If I do ask a question, if I say,tell me. about ST. C 30. stem cells. I’m going to generate. And I love this part about it too, the searching and the thinking that it does. ⁓ What specific outcomes or improvements are you hoping to achieve? And I’ll just say. ⁓ Less brain fatigue. That’s brain fatigue. Jessica Dove London (28:52) It’s okay. It’s actually you can make spelling mistakes. Bill Gasiamis (28:56) It knows it’s smarter than me. Jessica Dove London (28:58) mean, AI is very good at that. And probably for people watching this, you what would be the difference of this with ChatGPT? Because ChatGPT is amazing and it’s going to get better and better. But the difference of people to understand is we actually have an intelligent data set on stroke. So what we’ve done is we’ve taken the past 10 years of all the stroke information. So from research papers, we’ve actually gone through YouTube and found webinars with experts. We’ve gone through patient discussions, we’ve collected resources. And the reason we’ve done this is because Bill Gasiamis (29:00) Yeah. Jessica Dove London (29:27) Again, I really love Chatjibity. I highly recommend people use it. However, the difference is our belief is all voices matter. So when you ask questions, we’re actually going to give you answers from experts, from patients and from research. So that would be the difference of this tool. And the reason it can take probably up to a minute to find you an answer is Stroke actually has, I Stroke has 450,000 resources in the database that we built for Stroke. So Stroke’s a really, really big database. I mean, it’s trying to look for that answer and then it’s trying to match you to it. I think that’s just, it hasn’t actually restarted. It’s just. Bill Gasiamis (30:05) It’s doing its thinking. It did seventy nine thousand searches. Jessica Dove London (30:09) And it’s trying to just match it to your profile, give you that answer. And it can get, there we go. Bill Gasiamis (30:15) Wow. And then here we go, ST stem cells is marketed as a supplement that claims to support cellular repair and regeneration, but its efficacy and safety are not well established in clinical research. So that’s like a little bit of ⁓ initial information. And then here you go, the patient view, which is so important in this, isn’t it? It’s important to find people who may have had a procedure and have something to share about it. That’s so, so helpful. And then what the research says, how many research papers has it got here? Wow. Look at that one, two, three, four, five, six, seven already research papers. And they’ll all have links to other research papers that, you know, made those ⁓ studies that sort of give those studies the initial information to get the ball rolling on them. And then, systemic review here which check Jessica Dove London (31:15) Sometimes there’s not actually even a full paper on that. I actually don’t know this topic, obviously, but if you go up to the summary, might even say, sometimes you might learn, there’s actually not specific papers on this. However, here are papers that are relevant. you click show style. It’s on the research here. you click post. So if you go down to what research says. Bill Gasiamis (31:31) Where’s the summary? do I do that? Jessica Dove London (31:37) You just scroll down, yep. And then you click show summary, see that pink little, but here we go. It shows you research trends, key findings, unknowns and mixed opinions, and all of it’s referenced. And that’s just because again, we’re trying to show patients as quickly as possible. Is there information? Is there mixed opinions? Because I think sometimes there’s been a tendency to have one answer to these things and there isn’t one answer. And sometimes there isn’t papers, you know? So we actually have trained our tool to Bill Gasiamis (32:01) Yeah. Yeah. Jessica Dove London (32:07) to sometimes not make up answers. And so, you know, we tested it on very rare protocols and it often says, hey, there is no protocol for your subtype. However, here are protocols that are being studied in other sort of use cases. Bill Gasiamis (32:19) Yeah. And then if I do this view source, this is cool too, right? It just goes directly to the article PubMed article. And you can read that. That’s brilliant. Okay. So then, ⁓ And look, here we go again. It’s found my podcast two times here. ⁓ that is brilliant. love it. And then I did this. went, I think I went back and then I asked the question here because I had like a thing that popped up in my brain today. Right. Somebody kind of said, Hey, have you heard about that? And, ⁓ somebody did that. And, ⁓ and then I just can go. immediately into that and go okay where is it i’m just trying to search on my Jessica Dove London (33:05) While you’re searching, guess the thing that we built with our weekly tool as well, so let’s say you really want to learn about STC 30. I think that’s it’s called. You can just put that in your weekly, your profile, and every week our tool will look for that specific topic because that’s the other thing. So if you click strengthen my profile, can you see that purple box down at the bottom? Yep. If you click on strength, you click on that, you can just say, you can type anything new in here and it’s going to then keep searching it. Bill Gasiamis (33:20) How do I do that? Why would I do that? ⁓ yeah? There you go, there’s all of my data that I put in at the beginning, New York, New York, early 50s age group, approximately 13 years post stroke, all the topics that I was interested in. And where would I put that? Would I put that here, add new? Jessica Dove London (33:34) Or if you Yeah, yeah. And if you start, then we’ll know that that’s at the top. Yeah. But you can, to be act, to actually be honest, you can actually, if you go back, I’ll show you an easier way. So at the end of every weekly update, there’s a huge box that just says, me anything new. but if you go back, I’ll show you something on the dashboard as well. Yep. So if you see, do you see want to do a deep dive, see how this says update me the top on the right. Bill Gasiamis (33:52) ⁓ dashboard. Jessica Dove London (34:13) next to ask, yeah, if you just talk at it and say, I’m now interested in this as a priority, it’ll then put it at the top for your next week’s update. Bill Gasiamis (34:13) ⁓ ⁓ okay. Next question I had a day ago, somebody wanted to know about red light therapy. So why don’t I do that? If I press that and then do that, right? Click this button here. Is that the one? Jessica Dove London (34:31) Or you can talk or type, whatever works for you. Bill Gasiamis (34:34) I’m gonna talk, let’s see if it does. Jessica Dove London (34:36) Let’s see if it works with the podcast, whether it’s taken them. Yeah, I think it’s not working just because you’re doing a podcast, because you’re using the speaker. Bill Gasiamis (34:39) Alright. ⁓ no. Okay, so I’ll type I’ll just say ⁓ red light therapy. Jessica Dove London (34:53) This won’t give you an answer. This is just going to go on to your weekly update now, Bill. Bill Gasiamis (34:58) Okay, okay, so if I if I do that Jessica Dove London (34:59) Yeah. And now, yep. So now it’s actually just added it to your health profile whenever you want to know. So for your next Sunday’s update, you’re now going to have red light therapy in there. But yeah, but the reason we put the voice box is it’s actually sometimes useful to talk a bit more like, Hey, I’m thinking about doing red light therapy. I’m really worried about this, this, this, just actually giving more context. Cause at the of the day, if there’s a thousand new things a week in stroke, you know, this is just a matter of how do you, how does Bill Gasiamis (35:11) my gosh, that’s ugly. Jessica Dove London (35:28) How does any sort of system get you what’s relevant? AI for Stroke Recovery – Real-Life Applications and Success Stories Bill Gasiamis (35:32) It’s a game changer. I’m telling you now. ⁓ I mean, you know that, I don’t know why I’m telling you, but you know that this is the one that was the weirdest thing, methylene blue. Do know it’s a food dye? Sorry. No, it’s not a food dye. It’s a clothes dye. I think it’s like a Indigo clothes dye and people take it. And it’s very risky because, ⁓ it’s very few people that, ⁓ actually experiencing the exact condition that’s related to, ⁓ Jessica Dove London (35:41) Okay. Really? Bill Gasiamis (36:01) neurological dysfunction or mitochondrial dysfunction that methylene blue can help for. And then if you take methylene blue and you take too much of it, ⁓ then it decreases mitochondrial function if you don’t have a need for it. And there’s no way of knowing whether you have mitochondrial dysfunction unless you have the right kind of doctor take you through that process and determine whether your mitochondria are functioning properly. I mean, not many people have access to that, but this is what happened when I, ⁓ put that in there, came up with a whole bunch of information again. This is just like the most obscure thing that everyone’s talking about now. And unfortunately, people are taking Methylene Blue ⁓ without knowing whether or not they’re a candidate. And when they request information from me, I want to be able to give them accurate information and don’t be like that. person who holds onto the data and then doesn’t release it. But I’m confident it could say if you’re somebody considering taking Methylene Blue, do not take Methylene Blue. is so, ⁓ it’s such a nuanced bit of like tool. It’s such a nuanced tool and you need to know like the most amazing people in that space and there’s probably only two of them in the world. So it’s like great that everyone’s talking about it. But I feel really confident now about having the information in front of me to share with stroke survivors. And I would not have felt like that if this tool did not exist. Jessica Dove London (37:34) Again, you could also put that into your weekly updates so that it keeps looking for that particular topic. Because I guess the challenge, the reality is, and the challenge for all of us is we hear these things or we don’t even know things exist. And I think, you know, there is the reality. Like I think you’re always looking for that one thing as well, right? Particularly with any sort of neuro condition, you’re like, is there something really big I’m missing? Bill Gasiamis (37:40) Yeah. you Jessica Dove London (38:00) You know, is there something that could really improve when you’re facing something that maybe, maybe there’s a symptom that won’t go away or, you know, in cerebral palsy, it’s a lifelong condition. So you’re all often like, looking for that. Is there something we’re missing kind of experience or there’s a new topic. like just to give you one example, which is a real example is I was worried about my son having osteoporosis. So I told the tool, I’m worried about my son having osteoporosis. I went to the doctor’s consultant and the consultant said, don’t worry, we don’t need to scan. He said we’re going try and them. But the doctor said, don’t worry. And then the week later, my son got very bad knee pain. We ended up doing an x-ray, which showed potential osteoporosis. I pushed and we got a dextrose. And doctor rings me and he says, yes, your son has osteoporosis. And I said, what can we do to treat this? And he actually told me. we wait for children to break their bones when they have cerebral palsy. Now, if you’re a wheelchair user and you break a bone, that could be a year of rehab for your life. Now I’d put this into the tool and in the period of two to three weeks, it had found me two papers studying children with osteoporosis with cerebral palsy and an expert interview. I said to the doctor, why are we not testing his calcium? Why are we not looking at his vitamin D? And the doctor said, you’re right. We need to test those levels. Now like, One, the reality is that consultant just can’t stay to date. Like I actually understand he’s busy. He’s actually serving lots of different conditions. And so like my passion and my hope is that we can do that work for people. because I have organized my son to get these blood tests now because we’re being proactive. Cause I don’t want him to break, break his bones. You know, I care more than anybody. He, know, it’s quality of life. And also when you have a label like cerebral palsy or stroke, Sometimes things can be disregarded, you know, it’s really, they think, ⁓ this is complex. We don’t really know. Well, maybe we just haven’t read the paper from three months ago or that really useful webinar from a conference that was last week. I’m talking about that exact symptom that is legitimate. So yeah, that’s my real passion, Bill is empowering people because, know, I think we all have these stories of being disregarded or. You know, and I do have a lot of hope for the future and I love medical professionals. I have some incredible people that I work with, but curiosity is just not usually the experience of most professionals when they’re, you know, they are just humans doing their best overwhelmed and usually not fully up to date. Bill Gasiamis (40:39) Yep. And they also don’t know what they don’t know. It’s no different to us, right? If they have, if it hasn’t fallen onto their lap and if they haven’t had a lucky day where they saw an article or, know, they’re in the same boat and as frustrating as it can be, and as much as you want to kind of dude, you know, you’re the guy leading my, my healthcare, you know, like I, I’m entrusting you with more than just this blasé attitude at that, like Jessica Dove London (40:43) Yes! That’s right. Bill Gasiamis (41:06) And that’s not helpful either. I totally get it as well. Jessica Dove London (41:08) That’s right. That’s right. You want to do it together. You know, I was on a call this week with not someone from stroke or cerebral palsy, but it was a consult specialist from another disease. I won’t mention what disease, but they said to me on the call, they picked up something from their desk and they said, I have a journal sitting here from early October and I’ve been trying to read it every day. But this person is a surgeon and is very, very busy. And they were telling me to build my tool, like this tool for doctors. She was like, We can’t stay up to date and we really want to, and we do. Like she will read that paper. But it’s such a burden on healthcare professionals. So my real hope in the future is that we go to our professionals and we look together at the evidence. know, there is that, cause you know, the truth is some world leaders obviously in a lot of professionals know a lot more and their lens is very useful of going, actually that is interesting. this is something we hadn’t thought about, or let’s look at this. Just that there’s time limitation. All right, sound good. Bill Gasiamis (42:08) I know they care. And when you’re a surgeon and somebody says, ⁓ emergency just rocked up through the door and it’s 1am, they drop everything and they go right. So then you want to give that person a break as well and say to my care what what do you want to sleep tomorrow morning? Okay, no worries, by all means sleep. And it makes complete sense why a journal could be on somebody’s desk and not get read. I mean, that happens with my taxes. They’re there forever. Jessica Dove London (42:19) Yeah. actually. Bill Gasiamis (42:35) and they need to get done. And I can come up with a million things that I prioritize over that thing because it’s actually a priority. I’m not saying that I don’t pay my taxes. I definitely do. But with a surgeon, you can understand where they would rather spend their time is helping people get through that particular situation that they’re finding themselves in. the, what is it like? It’s like, ⁓ by the way, there’s this journal there yet. I’m going to spend an hour reading that. what somebody needs surgery. No problem. Let’s go. I totally get it. I get it. And this tool kind of enables patients, I think, to have more information and take that to a meeting with a surgeon with a clinical, you know, in a clinical setting, wherever they are, and begin a conversation that perhaps wouldn’t have begun again. That information then does go kind of in that Jessica Dove London (43:09) That’s right. Bill Gasiamis (43:31) either at the front of the mind of that person or at the back of the mind of that person so that they can access it when they need it and then go, you know, I’m going to be curious about that. I’m going to go down that path. Or if you take that to your doctor or a clinician or someone in that space and they say, don’t worry about that, then that’s also a good sign for I need to find a new doctor. I need to find a new clinician, someone who’s going to take the feedback and the information that I bring them seriously. Empowering Patients Through Collaboration Jessica Dove London (43:57) Yeah. 100%. 100%. I think it’s that collaboration. know, we have a person on our team right now. He’s not the most knowledgeable, but just, and he isn’t the specialist, but he’s very supportive and really wants to look at evidence and is always helping us find the right specialist. And it’s just an incredibly wonderful experience to have someone who’s on that side of always validating. then she knows that we’re reading more than she is on some of these topics. And I want to help. don’t want to be doing this alone. Like that’s the other thing you want. You want people to help you and have the answers and give you better. You know, you don’t want to be doing the wrong treatment or wasting that, you know, I always think you can’t try everything even if lots of things worked. But you can do things that don’t work or you can do things that are risky. And I think for so long, has been very risk averse. However, there are so many treatments that are You know, have huge outcomes. You know, we, one of the things we did with our son, he started school in continent. And I listened to a podcast interviewing a world leader out of UCLA. They, um, you know, we’ve actually got a lot of these stories, barely we’ve been able to talk before about some of the things we’ve tried, but it’s a, an external device giving, uh, this is a different one building what we talked about, but it’s a device you put on your back. And it was this new breakthrough about, uh, the spine is connected to motor planning and he. within two days became fully continent. And this is a $300 machine. It was free. The protocol was free and he’s completely continent at school. Like that’s his whole life changed. And the reason I did it is because I listened to a podcast with a world leader and it’s heaps of evidence. There just wasn’t yet evidence in cerebral palsy because they just brought it to cerebral palsy from spinal cord injury. And his whole life changed and I actually have a friend who’s a world leading researcher in this space in cerebral palsy and me and him have spoken about this technology and it’s very exciting. But not everyone can go and talk to this world leading research to go, yeah, this is valid. This makes total sense. You should be trying this. And so how many people are incontinent because of that one particular insight that’s not being shared. know, there’s just so many stories like this of things that are low risk, that have really good. ⁓ potential to change people’s lives. Bill Gasiamis (46:17) Yeah, that’s brilliant. We’re going to obviously get the link to that particular device and we’re going to put it in the show notes. Jessica Dove London (46:23) We should do a session just on devices. I love technology. ⁓ Bill Gasiamis (46:28) Yeah, but that’s the beauty of it, right? We wouldn’t have had that information hadn’t it been for this particular product coming up in the search in the results. ⁓ Jessica Dove London (46:37) That’s right. So one of the things I tell Tony is I want new technology and new equipment. And so last week in my update, it found me a patient comment of someone who’s built a device, a hand device to hold things and they have a web link, but they themselves went and built this device. All the plans are online. And because I’m obsessed with new technology, it’s doing that for me. I’m also obsessed with like new wheelchairs and new, you know, know, new scooters and it’s all. Bill Gasiamis (46:44) you Jessica Dove London (47:06) I love this, like that’s one of my personal sort of like things I’m always looking for. But again, that tool is doing some of that, a lot of that lifting for me, because I can’t read it all. Bill Gasiamis (47:17) Yeah, brilliant. love it. I can’t read it all either. And I definitely don’t know what the obscure things are that people ask for my podcast. And I’m expected to know which is a really, it’s a really lovely thing. Like, you know, like people are coming to me for advice and I want to, I want to be the guy I want to be the connector. want to see people to read. Jessica Dove London (47:37) You can actually share that page when you ask Tony, you can do a URL and share that for your listeners so they can get access to it. Just so you know the bottom so they can just share it and see if it’s useful or not. And that’s the thing like it’s more about is it useful or not for you. Bill Gasiamis (47:44) Yeah, I will be doing that. Yeah, I think what I’ll be doing is answering people’s questions because they’re so lovely to ask them. What I’ll do is I’ll do a search for them on tourney. I’ll record the whole thing and I’ll tell them, you know, one of my stroke survivors who listens to my podcast wants to know about this information. Give me the data. We’ll come up with some research. I’ll answer the question. And then like, I’ll feel amazing that that happened relatively quickly as well, which is going to before for me to actually my gosh, I just had that feeling where I’m like that doctor who gets asked these questions and doesn’t know. So says, my God, I’m going to leave that unanswered or or I’ll tell them there’s nothing about that that we can talk about because there’s no information. I just felt like that doctor where somebody asked him the question and I was like, I’ve got no idea what you’re talking about. Just keep doing what you’re doing or what I’m telling you to do. Whereas now that goes away. That feeling of I don’t think I can help you, goes away. We might not be able to have the answers. We might find out that in fact there is nothing available yet in that space, right? So that’s kind of where Tony will also go. It’ll go, well, there’s nothing here. Jessica Dove London (49:04) and might just find things that are related because that’s the other thing. Like if I’d asked Tony about this, this technology, it’s called spinal. It’s confusing because there’s a few things called spinal stimulation, but it’s trans trans. I’m not going to, I’ll give, can put it in a note. So it’s a technical term, but in the cerebral palsy community, call it spinal stim. Yeah. If I’d put that in, nothing would come back because it was only last year that two research papers had come out about this. However, it would find related things because there is a lot of related concepts. that particular technology and that thinking. Like there was actually a surgery of how that was using the same, doing the same amount of healing. But the benefit of obviously using a machine that you put on your back is it’s not, or brain surgery, which is hugely risky or implanting devices and all that. It’s just not always answers. There’s not always evidence, but there is things, there’s not much happening. And that’s probably my last thought to share is just. Bill Gasiamis (49:49) Yeah. Jessica Dove London (49:57) There is so much happening and I think you’ve lived this bill, like there is a lot of new technologies, new treatments, lifestyles. There’s so much happening in the recovery space and you know, there’s a lot of hope to be had. And that’s one of my biggest feelings of this tool when I use it for myself is hope. literally it found me an advantage. my son is very adventurous and wants to be a, I do not want him to be this, but he wants to be like a wheelchair stunt person. And there was an online event about teenagers getting into skate parks. And I just had such hope that there’s all these people out there trying to make like a Yeah, I didn’t attend because I’m like, he’s only 10. I’m like, no, we can’t do this yet. Bill Gasiamis (50:40) I love that you don’t want to I love that you don’t want him to break his arm roller skating. Jessica Dove London (50:47) You Bill Gasiamis (50:48) I love it. love it. That’s what normal, normal moms do. Right. But there you go. Yeah. Oh, of course it does. That’s Yeah, I love it. Absolutely. Um, that’s exactly why I like Tony because it will do things that we’ve struggled to do for a long time is find resources, information, all that kind of thing. And it’ll do it quickly and it’ll do it. Jessica Dove London (50:51) That’s right. dad does take him to the skate park. His dad takes him. And he goes down. It’s terrible. It’s so scary. Bill Gasiamis (51:15) specifically for you and it’ll send it to your inbox. You don’t have to go anywhere. Now there will be a link for people to click on and go across and get a little discount or some kind of like a, can we talk about that briefly? Jessica Dove London (51:31) Yeah, yeah. So we, this is a low cost AI tool. So we charge two US dollars a week for that weekly update. And it actually costs us $2.80 per update just because we read a million tokens per person to generate that. And we want to provide the most valuable, those value and the most accessible, valuable focus. Not everybody can be spending $30, $40 a month on the really advanced AI tools either. But you can try it for free. So you can just try it for three weeks and see if it’s valuable because end of the day, that’s all we want. And you know, we want your feedback. If you’re like, I’d love it to do this, to do that. We’re a team that really just want to, you know, that’s the beauty of being a technology team is we can build some of these solutions pretty easily. So yeah, you can go through the link and get a 10 % discount, but you can also just try it for free and see if this is valuable for you. Bill Gasiamis (52:22) Yeah, I tried it for free for three weeks and the it’s like having subscribed to the full thing because you’ve got everything that it can possibly do in that three weeks. I’ve got a really good feel for it. So I’ll have that linked as well in the show notes. And then if you’re watching this video and you want to get a sense of ⁓ what this thing is like, what it’s like when I use it, et cetera, I’ll be doing my answers to red light therapy and STC 30. Jessica Dove London (52:29) Yeah, 100%. That’s right. That’s right. Bill Gasiamis (52:49) I’ll be doing all those types of videos. People will be able to see it. The website is turnto.ai. So it’s T-U-R-N-T-O.ai. I’ll have the links in the show notes for that as well. Jessica, thank you so much for reaching out, persevering when I was being a little bit slack with my inbox and then, yeah, kind of developing this tool with your team and bringing it to us. really appreciate it. that you’ve done that and that it’s there because it’s definitely going to improve. It’s going to decrease the amount of time that I take to find information to help me as well because I’m a stroke survivor and I’ve got my own stuff I go through. So thank you for that. Jessica Dove London (53:30) been great to be here, Bill Gasiamis (53:31) You’ve just heard how AI can fundamentally change the way stroke survivors find recovery information, not by replacing doctors, but by reducing overwhelm and helping us ask better questions. In this episode, we explored why stroke recovery information feels so scattered, how fatigue and brain fog makes searching harder and how tools like turnto.ai can bring clarity, speed and hope back into the process. If this conversation resonated with you, I encourage you to explore the tool for yourself. You’ll find a listener discount code in the show notes. More information at recoveryafterstroke.com/turnto, and remember this podcast exists so that no stroke survivor ever has to feel like they’re doing this alone. If you would like to support the work that I do here, you can support me on Patreon at patreon.com/recoveryafterstroke. Your support helps me continue recording these conversations and working toward my goal of a thousand episodes. Thanks for listening. I’ll see you in the next episode. The post Tunrto.ai for Stroke Recovery: Why This Tool Is a Game Changer for Survivors appeared first on Recovery After Stroke.

In this STS blog article, Shubham Gulati, a third-year medical student at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, reflects on a transformative year with his mentor, Dr. Ravi Rajaram, and other accomplished surgeons, who created space for candid discussions about the realities and rewards of becoming a cardiothoracic surgeon.

Send us a textWhat does great IBD care look like when the system won't make it easy? We sit down with Dr. Adam Ehrlich, Section Chief of Gastroenterology at Temple Health and GI fellowship program director, to explore how he builds patient-centered care in an underserved setting—where insurance denials, missing records, and real-life logistics collide with complex disease.We talk about health literacy, trust, and the conversations that actually change outcomes. Adam explains how he frames risks and benefits with clarity, why the “risks of doing nothing” deserve equal airtime, and how he balances mode of therapy—IV, subcutaneous, or oral—against lifestyle, trauma history, pregnancy plans, and coverage rules. We dig into prison medicine's constraints, from medication access to policy barriers around scheduling, and the creative problem-solving required to keep patients safe and informed. He shares why being honest about uncertainty builds credibility, and how an early investment in patient education pays off with better monitoring and shared targets for remission.The episode also gets practical about personalization. We discuss drug levels with infliximab when severe colitis “loses” medication into the stool, when it's wise to de-escalate dosing, and how habits from flare days can persist after inflammation settles. Adam offers tools to retrain routines, navigate IBS overlap, and align care with quality of life goals like driving, work travel, and showing up at a kid's soccer game without anxiety. As a fellowship director, he reveals how he equips new gastroenterologists to handle today's broader therapy menu, think beyond flowcharts, and advocate through insurance barriers with persistence and purpose.If this conversation resonates, tap follow, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a quick review. Your support helps more people find practical, human-centered IBD care.Links and organizations to follow! Color of Gastrointestinal Illness (COGI)- mission to improve quality of life for BIPOC who are affected by IBD and other GI issues. The Stephanie A. Wynn Foundation - mission to eliminate health disparities and improve outcomes for individuals and communities affected by Inflammatory Bowel Diseases through comprehensive support services, with priority given to underserved populations facing the greatest barriers to healthcare.Strategic Alliance for Intercultural Advocacy in GI (SAIA)- mission to create culturally sensitive resources, research, and education for patients, caregivers and healthcare providers managing chronic GI conditions in order to minimize delays, dispel stigma, promote early diagnosis, and improve access to treatment for all.Let's get social!!Follow us on Instagram!Follow us on Facebook!Follow us on Twitter!

In this insightful episode of Parenting Great Kids, Dr. Meg Meeker welcomes Larissa May and Dr. Raghu Appasani, co-founders of Ginko—an AI-powered parenting tool designed by clinicians to help families manage screen time and support their children's mental health. As screens increasingly dominate our kids' lives, this episode offers a powerful look at how Ginko promotes digital wellness through early intervention, behavioral insight, and personalized parenting support.Ginko is not just another screen-limiting app—it's a clinically informed platform that helps parents understand their children's emotional state through their digital activity. Larissa and Dr. Appasani share how Ginko personalizes digital guidance, supports healthier habits, and equips families to foster stronger, emotionally connected relationships in the digital age.Whether you're a parent feeling overwhelmed by tech, or a professional navigating the intersection of mental health and technology, this episode provides compassionate and data-driven solutions for raising healthy, tech-savvy kids.Our Guests:Larissa May: Globally recognized as the face of digital wellness, Larz has shaped policy and youth-centered advocacy.Dr. Raghu Appasani: An Integrative & Addiction Psychiatrist and Clinical Professor at UCSF and Mount Sinai. Check out Ginko here.

In this episode, Michael S. Smith, MD, MBA, Associate System Chief of Gastroenterology for Clinical Operations and Strategic Planning at The Mount Sinai Health System and Associate Professor of Medicine at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, discusses key trends in GI care, late cancellations, telehealth, AI adoption, and how strong leadership and culture can support both providers and patients.

Saturday, 13 December 2025   For God commanded, saying, ‘Honor your father and your mother'; and, ‘He who curses father or mother, let him be put to death.' Matthew 15:4   “For God, He enjoined, saying, ‘You honor your father and your mother,' and the ‘disparaging father or mother,' death – he expires!” (CG).   In the previous verse, Jesus challenged the scribes and Pharisees, asking why they sidestepped the commandment of God because of their traditions. He now explains how they were doing this, beginning with, “For God, He enjoined.”   There is a difference in source texts here. Some use the word legó, to speak or say. Others use the word entellomai, to enjoin. Either way, the word of God, when spoken to the people as a matter of law, is to be taken as a command. As for what God enjoined, Matthew continues, “saying, ‘You honor your father and your mother.'”   Another new word, timaó, to prize, is seen. The sense is to fix a valuation upon, and thus to reverence or honor. One will fix a value on something based on how he perceives its value.   If someone finds a stick, if he has need of it for a fire, the value set upon it is that it will be burned. However, if he finds a Van Gogh painting and knows what it is worth, he will put a high value on it and give it an honorable place on his wall.   Jesus cites the fifth commandment, that of honoring the parents. In Exodus 20:12, as the people gathered before God at Mount Sinai, they were commanded that parents are to be highly esteemed in the eyes of His people. This was repeated by Moses in Deuteronomy 5:16.   As a command of God, the parents are to be honored. And more, as this was His command, there were penalties for not upholding the edict. That is seen in His next words, “and the ‘disparaging father or mother,' death – he expires!'”   Still another new word is seen, kakologeó, to revile. It is derived from kakos, worthless, and logos, something said. As such, it would be to speak a word of worthlessness about another. A good word to match the intent is to disparage.   This precept is explicitly stated in Exodus 21:17. In this command of God to His people, to ensure that reverence was paid to the parents, the penalty for disparaging them was that their lives were forfeit. They were to be put to death. The forceful way Jesus states this penalty to these men is a clear indication to them that when He finishes, they will understand this is what they deserve.   Life application: When a person is given a word from a higher up that he is expected to be obedient to, how he responds to that word is an implicit assignment of value to the Lord who gave the word.   When a person is given a word from a boss to do something, he may ignore it, showing contempt for what he was told to do, and thus contempt for the boss who told him to do it. The same is true with parents, an official statute from a city, county, state, or national body, or even God.   In Jesus' words, and as will be analyzed in just a few verses, it will be seen that these people honor (the same Greek word, timaó) Him with their lips, but their hearts are far from Him. In other words, they pay lip service to Him, but their will and intent, as it is worked out, actually disparage Him.   We could say, “Well then! They got what they deserved when the temple was destroyed and the people were carried away in the Roman dispersion.” However, every time we are disobedient to the word that has been given to us, meaning the directives that apply in any given dispensation, and as the context demands, we are doing exactly what Jesus rebukes the leaders of Israel for.   But more to the point, we may not even know what the Lord's word to us is. So, we could say, “I wasn't disparaging God. If I had known, I would have done what the word said.” This is a feeble excuse, and it actually shows a contempt for the word of God, and thus Him, because we didn't even bother to check and know what God expects of us.   For us, the old saying, “Ignorance of the law is no excuse,” could more rightly be stated, “Ignorance of God's word is inexcusable.” Think the matter through. We heard the word of salvation. We accepted the proposition and Jesus saved us, sealing us with the Holy Spirit. Our eternal state has now been changed from condemnation to salvation.   Does this eternity-changing state mean anything at all to us? In ages past, not knowing God's precepts may have been excusable. There were no Bibles at hand, and those who believed were at the mercy of the competency and caring of the one who possessed maybe the only copy of the word for many miles.   Today, however, a Bible can be obtained for free anywhere and at any time. If you are connected to the internet, you have no excuse. If you have a church you attend that cares about the word, it is certain they will give you a copy of the Bible. A used Bible that has never been opened can usually be picked up at a Goodwill for a dollar or two, meaning less than you spend on the cheapest of your daily purchases.   Don't make excuses! Get a Bible, pick the thing up, and read it, honoring God as you do. And then, be sure to do what it says, meaning in the proper context of the church age, thus honoring God through obedient adherence to what He expects of you. Anything less is truly unacceptable.   “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. 17 And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” Colossians 3:16, 17   Glorious God, may our honoring of You be in spirit and in truth, not with lip service but no heart for You and what You expect of us. You are God. May we remember this and understand our lowly state before You without Your kind mercies as extended to us in the Person of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.

In this episode, Ashutosh (Ash) K. Tewari, MD, Urologist and Prostate Cancer Specialist and Chairman of the Milton and Carroll Petrie Department of Urology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, discusses the rise in prostate cancer cases, strategies to reduce treatment-related side effects, and how mobile units are expanding outreach to improve patient access and early detection.

One of the verses in the "Az Yashir" song which our ancestors sang after the miracle of the splitting of the Yam Suf – and which we recite each morning toward the end of Pesukeh De'zimra – is "Mi Chamocha Ba'elim Hashem, Mi Kamocha Ne'edar Be'kodesh." Although both halves of this verse begin with the same two words ("Mi Chamocha"), the pronunciation is not identically the same in both halves. At the beginning of the verse, the correct pronunciation is "Mi Chamocha," whereas in the second half, these words should be pronounced "Mi Kamocha." The phrase "Mi Kamocha" in the second half of the verse marks an exception to a rule of Hebrew grammar. The basic rule is that a Bet, Gimmel, Dalet, Kaf, Peh or Tav at the beginning of a word receives a Dagesh (dot), in which case, in principle, the letter Kaf at the beginning of "Kamocha" should receive a Dagesh, and should thus be pronounced "Kamocha." However, when the previous word ends with a Heh, Vav or Yod – such as the word "Mi," which ends with the letter Yod – the Dagesh is not added. Hence, according to the rules of grammar, the phrase should be pronounced "Mi Chamocha." Nevertheless, the second half of this verse is exceptional, and the Dagesh is, in fact, added to the Kaf, resulting in the pronunciation of "Mi Kamocha." When one recites this verse, he must ensure not to say the words "Hashem Mi Kamocha" rapidly, such that it sounds like he says, "Hashem Micha" – as though declaring that Micha is G-d, Heaven forbid. Micha was the person responsible for creating the golden calf at Mount Sinai, and one must be careful not to imply that he is a deity. Sepharadim make a distinction in their pronunciation between a letter Gimal that has a Dagesh, and a letter Gimal that does not. In the phrase "Am Zu Ga'alta," the Gimal at the beginning of "Ga'alta" receives a Dagesh. According to the rule mentioned earlier, this letter should not receive a Dagesh, because the previous word ("Zu") ends with the letter Vav. The reason why this Gimal nevertheless receives a Dagesh is that without a Dagesh, the word would sound like "Ga'alta" spelled with an Ayin (as opposed to an Alef), which would mean that Hashem is repulsed by Beneh Yisrael, Heaven forbid. Pronouncing the Gimal with a Dagesh makes it clear that the word is "Ga'alta" with an Alef, which means that Hashem has redeemed Beneh Yisrael. A similar exception is made earlier in this verse, in the phrase "Yidemu Ka'aben." The Kaf at the beginning of "Ka'aben" should, in principle, not receive a Dagesh, because it follows a word that ends with the letter Vav. Nevertheless, the Dagesh is added to the Kaf, as otherwise this phrase might sound like "Yidemucha Aben" – "stone silences You," indicating that stone has some kind of power to defeat the Almighty, Heaven forbid. At one point in "Az Yashir," the Egyptians' drowning is described with the words "Salelu Ka'oferet Be'mayim Adirim" – the Egyptians plunged into the water like lead. There is some question as to the implication of the word "Adirim" – "mighty" – at the end of this verse. Several Poskim, including the Mishna Berura, Ben Ish Hai, and Kaf Ha'haim, explain that this word describes the Egyptian warriors who drowned. Accordingly, these Poskim maintain that when reading this verse, one must make a pause between the words "Mayim" and "Adirim," as otherwise it sounds as though one describes the water as being mighty. However, Rav Meir Mazuz (1945-2025) found a poem written by Rav Yehuda Ha'levi (Spain, 1075-1141) indicating that he understood the phrase "Mayim Adirim" to mean "mighty waters," referring to the turbulence of the waters as they descended onto the Egyptians and drowned them. According to this reading, this phrase should be read without a pause between "Mayim" and "Adirim." It is customary to repeat the final verse of "Az Yashir" – "Hashem Yimloch Le'olam Va'ed." One reason this is done is so that we end up mentioning the Name of "Havaya" in this song 18 times, which has special significance. Additionally, the verse is repeated to mark the conclusion of the song. We then recite the Aramaic translation of this final verse ("Hashem Malchuteh Ka'em…") and then the verse immediately following the song – "Ki Ba Sus Pharaoh…"

"It's recommended that everyone over the age of 40 go see their eye doctor once a year." -Dr. Rudrani Banik   Dr. Rudrani "Rani" Banik is a renowned board-certified neuro-ophthalmologist and an integrative medicine specialist based in New York City. She holds the position of Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Mount Sinai and has an impressive educational background, including an MD from Brown University, a residency at UC Irvine, and a fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Banik adopts a holistic approach to eye health, focusing on nutrition, lifestyle, and supplementation. She is also a prolific author and media expert, featured on platforms like Good Morning America, NBC, and The New York Times. Episode Summary: Join host Jana Short in an engaging conversation with Dr. Rudrani "Rani" Banik, renowned neuro-ophthalmologist and integrative medicine specialist, as they delve into the intricacies of eye health and holistic wellness. In this enlightening episode, Dr. Banik shares her personal journey with chronic daily migraines, which led her to discover the powerful potential of lifestyle and dietary changes in managing health conditions. With a foundation in conventional medicine, she transitioned to a more integrative approach, emphasizing the importance of diet, stress management, and functional medicine in overall well-being.   Throughout the episode, Dr. Banik discusses her innovative work in eye health, emphasizing the role of nutrition and supplements in maintaining optimal vision. She elaborates on the extensive array of nutrients, beyond the well-known carrots, that contribute to eye health, such as lutein and zeaxanthin. Her insights extend to the necessity of regular eye examinations and lifestyle adjustments to protect and preserve ocular health. Dr. Banik also introduces her supplement line, Ageless by Dr. Rani, and her book, "Beyond Carrots," showcasing her dedication to educating others on the significance of holistic eye care.   Key Takeaways: Dr. Rani Banik's journey with chronic migraines led her to embrace integrative medicine, highlighting the impact of diet and lifestyle on health management. Regular eye checkups are crucial, as the eyes can reveal early signs of over 200 medical conditions. Beyond carrots, nutrients like lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin are vital for eye health, acting as internal sunglasses and blue blockers. Incorporating diverse foods, such as leafy greens, bell peppers, and spices, can significantly reduce the risk of eye diseases. Supplements should complement a healthy diet, filling in nutritional gaps due to factors like dietary absorption or soil nutrient depletion.   Resources: www.drranibanik.com https://www.facebook.com/rudrani.banik.2025/ @‌dr.ranibanik https://x.com/RudraniBanikMD     ✨ Enjoying the show? Stay inspired long after the episode ends! Jana is gifting you **free subscriptions to Ageless Living Magazine and **Best Holistic Life Magazine—two of the fastest-growing publications dedicated to holistic health, personal growth, and living your most vibrant life. Inside, you'll find powerful stories, expert insights, and practical tools to help you thrive—mind, body, and soul.  

Discover how your thoughts, emotions, stress levels, relationships, and daily choices shape your heart health. In this episode of The Health Fix Podcast, Dr. Jannine Krause sits down with world-renowned cardiologist and behavioral medicine pioneer Dr. Alan Rozanski to explore the powerful connection between the mind and the heart. Dr. Rozanski breaks down the science of behavioral cardiology, revealing how psychological stress can mimic or worsen heart disease, how lifestyle patterns influence cardiovascular aging, and why social connection and purpose play a central role in longevity. We also dive into his groundbreaking research on the Six Domains of Health, a holistic framework that blends physical, emotional, cognitive, spiritual, social, and stress-resilience factors to create true vitality. Whether you struggle with stress, worry about your heart health, or simply want to live with more energy and resilience, this episode will reshape how you think about wellness. What You'll Learn How psychological stress impacts heart function Why chest pain must be evaluated carefully The link between emotions and cardiovascular health How social connection protects long-term heart vitality The Six Domains of Health and how to apply them Holistic strategies for reducing stress and supporting heart health How behavioral cardiology changes the future of medicine About Dr. Alan Rozanski Dr. Alan Rozanski is a leading cardiologist, researcher, educator, and pioneer in behavioral cardiology. His early research established one of the first strong links between psychological stress and heart disease, leading to a MacArthur Foundation Sabbatical Fellowship and collaborations with top behavioral medicine experts. He has led major integrative cardiology programs at Cedars-Sinai and Mount Sinai in New York, authored over 300 peer-reviewed papers, and developed the Six Domains of Health framework for understanding true vitality. Learn more about his work at alanrozanski.com To read Dr. Alan's 2023 paper on assessing lifestyle risk factors to enhance the effectiveness of cardiac testing. Click HERE.

The Creation to Christ series continues exploring major events in the bible, looking at the Children of Israel at Mount Sinai. 

If God promised blessing through Jesus, why give the Law 430 years later? Drawing from Galatians 3:19-20, Dr. John explains that the Law wasn't given to save us—it was given to diagnose our condition. Like a physician's diagnostic tool, the Law reveals our transgressions and strips away our illusions of self-righteousness, ultimately driving us from Mount Sinai to Mount Calvary where we find our Saviour.Christmas From Galatians: This Christmas, Dr. John takes an unprecedented approach to the season by exploring why Jesus' coming was absolutely necessary. Through the book of Galatians, this series traces God's plan from Abraham's promise through the giving of the Law to the arrival of Christ. Discover why the Law was never meant to save us but to diagnose our condition, how Jesus fulfilled what we could never accomplish, and how Christmas opened the door for all people to become sons and daughters of God.

In today's skin-obsessed world, we are met with ever-emerging beauty trends, viral products, and buzzy cosmetic treatments that aim to do one thing: delay and reverse the dermal signs of aging, while preserving and nourishing the skin barrier. From beef tallow to NAD+ IV therapy to rosemary oil for hair loss and even what seems to be more benign marketing like "clean beauty" claims, how can we determine what truly keeps skin healthy versus what's simply trending?In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Connie Yang, MD, FAAD. Dr. Yang is a board-certified dermatologist and clinical assistant professor of medicine based in New York City. Dr. Yang received her MD from Boston University School of Medicine, spent a dedicated research year focused on pigmentary disorders at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School Department of Dermatology, and completed her Dermatology residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where she served as Chief Resident of Cosmetics in her final year. Currently, Dr. Yang serves as a physician at PFRANKMD by Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank and an assistant clinical professor at the Icahn School of Medicine Department of Dermatology. Dr. Yang has been featured on Vogue, ELLE, Cosmopolitan, Popsugar, The New York Post, Allure, NBC News, Well+Good, and RealSelf.Follow Friends of Franz Podcast: Website, Instagram, FacebookFollow Christian Franz (Host): Instagram, YouTube

Did Moses really receive the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai, or is that just ancient legend? Tristan Hughes is joined by Dr. Dylan Johnson to unpack how the Book of Exodus disagrees with Deuteronomy, what “do not take God's name in vain” really meant, and how these commands blurred law and morality for ancient peoples.MOREThe Ark of the CovenantListen on AppleListen on SpotifyMoses & The ExodusListen on AppleListen on SpotifyWatch this episode on our NEW YouTube channel: @TheAncientsPodcastPresented by Tristan Hughes. Audio editor is Aidan Lonergan. The producer is Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music courtesy of Epidemic SoundsThe Ancients is a History Hit podcast.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe. You can take part in our listener survey here:https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Outlaw God, Dr. Steve Paulson and Caleb Keith discuss Moses and mysticism, exploring how the story of Moses has been interpreted through the lens of law and gospel. They discuss Luther's understanding of Moses, the theology of humility, and the implications of pietism. The conversation also touches on the role of the law, the concept of negative theology, and the significance of Moses as a mediator between God and the people. The episode concludes with a preview of Moses' second journey to Mount Sinai and its importance in understanding the gospel. 00:00 Introduction to Moses and Mysticism 02:41 Luther's Understanding of Moses 05:26 The Theology of Humility 07:53 Pietism and New Laws 10:26 The Story of Moses and Commandments 13:26 Moses as Mediator 15:53 Luther's Perspective on Moses 18:29 The Role of the Law and the Gospel 21:04 Negative Theology and Worship 23:39 The 613 Commandments and Their Implications 26:28 Conclusion and Next Steps Show Notes: Support 1517 Podcast Network 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education What's New from 1517: Coming Home for Christmas: 1517 Advent Devotional Face to Face: A Novel of the Reformation by Amy Mantravadi Untamed Prayers: 365 Daily Devotions on Christ in the Book of Psalms by Chad Bird Remembering Your Baptism: A 40-Day Devotional by Kathryn Morales Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Steven Paulson

ECMO is the topic of this week's episode of Pediheart. We speak with Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and cardiac critical care specialist at Northwell Health, Dr. Ivana Capin about a recent ELSO database study she conducted to assess outcomes in single ventricle patients who were treated with ECMO prior to single ventricle palliation. What factors were associated with worse overall outcomes? Can this therapy be used to stabilize the HLHS patient with an intact atrial septum? Why have outcomes for this high risk patient group not appreciably improved in the recent decade? How can these data improve prognostic clarity when speaking with families in this difficult situation.Also joining us briefly is Associate Professor of Pediatrics at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Dr. Scott Aydin to discuss his co-author and mentor, Dr. George Ofori-Amanfo as we approach the 4th anniversary of his untimely and tragic passing. DOI: 10.1017/S1047951125001386

Danielle and Whitney sit down with Dr. Elizabeth Sharp, a board-certified Internal and Obesity Medicine physician, functional medicine practitioner, and founder of Health Meets Wellness and The TouchCare Method. Together, they explore how dramatically the GLP-1 landscape has evolved—from early use in diabetes and clinical obesity to widespread microdosing, off-label protocols, emerging oral versions, and new research on inflammation, dementia risk, PCOS, and IBD. Dr. Sharp breaks down what the science actually says, who these medications can help, and the real considerations we all should be talking about. Dr. Sharp shares:  What GLP-1 medications actually do in the body Why food noise is different from food addiction The critical role of diet, protein, fiber, and movement on GLP-1s How to protect muscle mass and metabolic health GLP-1 use during perimenopause and menopause She also dives into the importance of resistance training, daily strength “snacks,” and the rising role of creatine for women, cognition, and anyone on GLP-1s. Dr. Sharp leaves us with a powerful piece of lightwork you can integrate immediately—wherever you are in your health journey. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/ZA3Knfq7NCY  Elizabeth Sharp Edens, M.D., DABOM, IFMCP is a board-certified Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine physician, an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, and the founder of Health Meets Wellness and The TouchCare Method. She created Health Meets Wellness to make functional, root-cause medicine more accessible — blending evidence-based clinical care with movement, nutrition, and lifestyle medicine to help patients achieve lasting wellness. A certified yoga instructor, she weaves daily movement practices into treatment plans, believing medicine works best when paired with mindful physical activity. Building on her clinical work, Dr. Sharp launched The TouchCare Method, an innovative digital obesity medicine and weight-management platform offering high-touch, wrap-around care both in-person and online. The platform integrates medical treatment, nutrition, exercise, behavioral health, and data-driven insights into one comprehensive program — providing patients with continuous support through virtual coaching, AI-enhanced engagement, and remote monitoring. Dr. Sharp developed the Health Meets Wellness Method in collaboration with Troy Flanagan, Ph.D., and Susie Parker-Simmons, RDN, to address metabolic health through a multifaceted, personalized approach. Her work focuses on treating obesity as a chronic disease—combining medication management with individualized nutrition, physical activity, and behavioral strategies for sustainable results. She also serves as an Assistant Professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed her internal medicine residency at Lenox Hill Hospital. She went on to practice with Mount Sinai Doctors, where she received the Cullman Family Award for Excellence in Physician Communication, and later worked at One Medical.

How do we build a healthcare system where physicians and healthcare professionals can not only survive but truly thrive? In this illuminating episode of Life Changing Moments, host Dr. Dael Waxman sits down with a pioneer in the field, Dr. Jonathan Ripp, Chief Wellness Officer at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and co-founder of CHARM (the Collaborative for Healing and Renewal in Medicine). Dr. Ripp traces his 25-year journey from studying physician identity formation in residency to leading a national movement focused on structural well-being. He provides a masterclass on the evolution of the physician well-being movement, explaining why we've moved beyond individual "resilience" to address systemic issues like work design, clerical burden, and organizational culture. We dive deep into the genesis and mission of CHARM, the professional society for healthcare well-being leaders, and explore its foundational charter that has become a blueprint for institutions nationwide. Discover the most promising interventions today, from the explosive growth of physician coaching to the potential of AI and ambient scribes to reclaim time for meaningful work. In this episode, you'll learn: The story behind the CHARM collaborative and how it creates community for well-being leaders. Why the CHARM charter remains a critical document for defining the principles of systemic well-being. The four key domains of effective well-being programs: mental health, individual strategies, leadership culture, and work design. Why physician coaching and AI tools are among the most exciting advancements for reducing burnout. Practical advice for medical students and early-career physicians on how to choose a workplace that will support their well-being. Dr. Ripp's vision for a future where addressing healthcare worker well-being is a consistent, standardized priority across all health systems. If you are a physician, healthcare leader, medical student, or anyone passionate about healing the healers, this conversation is a source of grounded hope and a clear-eyed look at the path forward. Mentioned in this episode: CHARM: The Collaborative for Healing and Renewal in Medicine Connect with Us: Subscribe to Life Changing Moments for more conversations on finding purpose and success in medicine. What is the most pressing well-being challenge in your organization? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Chapters: 0:00 - Meet a Pioneer in Physician Well-Being 3:22 - Dr. Ripp's 25-Year Journey from Resident to CWO 7:10 - The "Transformation" of Physicians in Training 12:16 - The Birth of the CHARM Collaborative 15:08 - The CHARM Charter: A Blueprint for Well-Being 18:47 - The State of Physician Well-Being Today 25:05 - Most Promising Interventions: Coaching & AI 27:22 - The Future of Healthcare Well-Being in 5 Years 29:47 - Advice for the Next Generation of Physicians 33:58 - Final Thoughts: Perseverance and Community Keywords: Physician Well-Being, Doctor Burnout, CHARM, Collaborative for Healing and Renewal in Medicine, Dr. Jonathan Ripp, Chief Wellness Officer, Mount Sinai, Physician Coaching, Healthcare Leadership, Physician Identity, Medical Resident Burnout, Structural Change, Work Design, Clerical Burden, Electronic Health Record, EHR, AI in Medicine, Ambient Scribing, Physician Retention, Healthcare Culture, Organizational Culture, Mental Health, Resilience, Life Changing Moments, MD Coaches, Dr. Dael Waxman, Joy in Medicine, ACGME, AMA, Lorna Breen Foundation.   -+=-+=-+=-+= Join the Conversation! We want to hear from you! Do you have additional thoughts about today's topic? Do you have your own Prescription for Success? Record a message on Speakpipe   Unlock Bonus content and get the shows early on our Patreon Follow us or Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Amazon  | Spotify --- There's more at https://mymdcoaches.com/podcast Music by Ryan Jones. Find Ryan on Instagram at _ryjones_, Contact Ryan at ryjonesofficial@gmail.com Production assistance by Clawson Solutions Group, find them on the web at csolgroup.com

Experience the thunderous revelation on Mount Sinai and the eternal laws that echo through the ages.In this episode of "The Chosen People," we delve into the profound moment on Mount Sinai where Moses receives the Ten Commandments from God. Witness the awe-inspiring scene as Moses ascends into the fiery presence of the Lord and emerges with the laws that would shape the destiny of God's chosen people. This episode highlights the timeless significance of the law and its fulfillment through Jesus Christ.Today's Bible verse is Matthew 5:17, from the King James Version.Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Unshakable Kingdom: Hebrews 12:18–29In this powerful conclusion to Hebrews 12, Jamie and Jane explore the contrast between Mount Sinai and Mount Zion—a symbol of fear versus freedom, law versus grace. They unpack what it means to belong to an unshakable kingdom and how God is still shaking everything that's temporary so that what is eternal will remain. This conversation calls believers to live with reverence, gratitude, and confidence in the consuming fire of God's presence.____________________________________Connect with Jamie:Website: www.jamieklusacek.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacekConnect with Jane:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams