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After ten years of the #amwriting podcast, KJ, Jess, and Sarina are marking a milestone—and a transition. In this episode, the longtime hosts reflect on what the writing world looked like when the show began and share their best advice for writers trying to do meaningful work. They also pass the microphone to Jennie, who will carry the podcast into its next chapter.Moving forward, Jennie will keep the show focused on helping writers do their best work and make smart decisions about their writing lives. Expect familiar features and new conversations, including Write Big solo episodes, Book Lab breakdowns of listener submissions, coaching sessions with writers across genres, and Margin Notes exploring the thinking behind creative choices. The mission remains the same: helping writers play big in their writing life, love the process, and stick with it long enough to finish what matters most.#AmWriting is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.TranscriptJennie: [00:00:00] Hi, I'm Jennie Nash and you're listening to the hashtag am Writing podcast. The place where we help writers of all kinds play big in your writing life, love the process, and stick with it long enough to finish what matters most.KJ: Hey everyone. I'm kj and you are listening to the hashtag am Writing podcast, the place where we help writers of all kinds play big in your writing life, love the process, and stick with it long enough to finish what matters most.So today is a big day. We're we'reJess: big day.KJ: Yeah. We're celebrating the 10th year of the hashtag am writing podcast, which I have to say is officially the longest I've been able to sustain any job-like thing. Um, and we're announcing that we're going in a new direction. So this is really cool. After a decade of talking to y'all, um, Jess and I and then [00:01:00] Sarina, who is at minus a decade. I don't wanna, um, have decided to step back and hand over the reins to Jennie.Jess: YeahJennie: It is, it is such a big milestone and such a big deal. And before we. Actually say goodbye to the three of you. I mean, it's not forever. You're coming back as guests, all of you, all the time, hopefully.KJ: Oh, heck yes. Absolutely. You, you, you and I have already planned all the things, so don't get too excited and, and weepy here folks, but things are just, things are gonna be. New and fresh and more interesting and, uh, more craft filled and more inspirational. When I need inspiration to write, I look for one of our episodes.That's Jennie. So I think this is gonna be, this is gonna be great.Jennie: I think it's gonna be great too. But before we actually say goodbye, I mean, 10. Is a long time and I thought it would be fun to ask you all what it was like 10 [00:02:00] years ago when you started, and Sarina 10 minus whatever the time is, but what was the writing landscape like as a whole maybe for you, and then all this wisdom, all these years that you've shared.What's, what's the thing that sticks in your head the most is what you would want to leave with, with the listeners, what is the your best piece of writing advice from all of this time? So. Jess, why don't you start? You're the og.Jess: Well, I, I definitely wanted to start. For those people who have not been around since the very beginning, you have to understand that it's really horrifying when people say they go back and like start from the beginning because, um, and we'll be posting pictures in the show notes.I have a ton of pictures throughout the years, but we originally, um, we, we would go into this little, I had a tiny, tiny house and we would go into the eve space off of my daughter's room. And it was raw insulation with a light bulb, and we sat on the floor and it was [00:03:00] like. Maybe at the tallest point, maybe four feet high, so you had to kind of crawl in.And I have a picture of us, um, podcasting from inside there. And it was, and it was very hot in the summer. It would get very, very hot. My house did not have air conditioning and um. But it was delightful and it was this thing that we had talked about doing for such a long time, and I was so proud of us.And mainly it was kj. KJ was the one who said, we're not gonna talk about this anymore, we're just gonna do it. So she got us into gear and just brought her stuff over to my house in her basket and said, let's go. Let's do it. And we bought microphones and everything and it was. It was a big new adventure.And if you had said, then, how long do you think this is gonna last? I don't know that I would've said 10 years. But there's, you know, then Sarina came in and, and Sarina has, has been a part of this as a guest since the very beginning too. And a couple of things that I wanted to share were that one time Sarina and KJ and I, uh, were doing a [00:04:00] double, a double header episode and I forgot to hit record for both of them.And so. We did this incredibly fun, very long episode, broken into two pieces that, um, it went off into the ether and. I did learn from that. And then at the same time, by the time we were sort of on our game enough to be able to really interview people, we went up to Maine to interview Richard Russo and we went to record at his daughter's wonderful bookstore in Portland, Maine.And um, I had three modes of recording. I had, um. Two microphones and I had a handheld digital thing that I had on the table between us and, um, mode one failed and mode two failed. And so the only thing we had was, you know, our little digital handheld on the table in between us. So. There's a lot of stuff like that.There was the moment I got to text KJ and tell her that we were getting David [00:05:00] Sedaris, there was the day she emailed me to tell me that we were getting Anna Quinlan. You know, and I just so many cool things that, um. It makes me so happy that we've produced something good out of all of that. And one last thing.The, the, the thing that I think I've learned the most is there is no one right way to do this. That every single time I hear about, like whether it's the, you have to write, writer write every day, you have to write every day, or you have to write in a certain way, or you have to write in a certain place, or you have to write with the door closed, or you have to write with the door open, all of those things.Um, none of those are rules. None of them are rules. They're things that people do and I'm really glad that I've had the opportunity to talk to a lot of people about all the different ways they do it.Jennie: That's amazing. Um, kj, do you remember this, uh, light bulb and no insulation time? KJ: Oh yeah. I don't remember the time you didn't record particularly just ‘cause it happened more than once. And [00:06:00] the other thing I would throw in is that the more famous, the guest, the. Less interesting. They were, it was almostKJ: always true. Jess: It wasn them. It was, yeah. I think we got all jacked up about like, I don't know. It just,Jess: I don't know.Wasn David Sari's advice to young writers was the worst.KJ: Yeah. It advice really wasJess: anyone has ever given, itKJ: was,Jess: yeah, a writer. He said, don't submit your work. Don't ask. Don't try to get you, wait for people to read it. Wait for people to ask you if they can read it.KJ: Yeah,Jess: that's which this, this is, KJ: this worked for him. He is an NF one and it will not work for you.Jess: Right. Yeah, I think thatKJ: my favorite, I'm just gonna, I'm just gonna lay it out there. I'm not even gonna put any caveats on that. That won't work.Jess It won't work.KJ: No. I think it's always been the most fun when we get in deep into the craft and anytime someone is too practiced with their answers or it's the same answer they've given a million times.You're [00:07:00] right. It was cold and it was, um, it just wasn't good.Sarina: Yeah. So the more fun people were always the people who were really in it with us.KJ: Yeah. Yeah.Jennie: So, Sarina, do you know when you came in, do you know what the, the n minus number is?Sarina: No, because I was a guest star even before we got out of the, the, um, kgs closet.It's true. It's true.KJ: One of those not recorded episodes was recorded in the eve space. That's true. We had, we roped during fairly early.Jennie: Yeah. In that 10 years, you've probably written more. More than, well, how many books have you written in that time? Sarina, I mean,Sarina: um, 50. At 50 50 ish.Jennie: That's crazy. That's crazy. So what do you know now that you didn't know then?Sarina: Oh, so much, so much that, like giving advice, you know, I, I [00:08:00] now feel like less qualified to give advice than I did then, you know how that goes. Like, the job gets harder, not easier. I have a, a good working vocabulary for why, but it doesn't make me feel like anybody's, you know, special savior.Jennie: Yeah. Yeah. What do you remember about starting in and the, the, um, all these episodes? What sticks in your mind asSarina: you know? Um, I loved the opportunity to talk to people who I think are fantastic. I also learned that I am not a fantastic interviewer and that, and that, um. That isn't a skill of mine that I, it's, there's so many things, like I'm so busy, I write so many books.I can't learn to be the interviewer that you deserve. So I only. Did interviews selectively and sometimes they were just so fun. Like, [00:09:00] um, the, the person who broke broke the mold about the interview being interesting, the more famous they are was Emily Henry. ‘cause she was Oh yeah. She was fun to talk to.She was just right there with us and, and ready to have a good time and, and so wise and also so, so nice. And that, that's really great when you can talk to somebody who's killing it in your own genre and you know, they're just so wonderful about it. Um, and then, you know, then we had the odd, very sweaty interview where nothing seems to go according to plan.And I won't name the author because I do admire this person very much, but they were not. Willing to take any expertise onto themselves. So KJ and I just sweated all the way through this interview trying to get this person to, to tell us KJ: Say something. Say anything.Sarina: Yeah. Tell us how you feel, you know?KJ: Yeah.Sarina: And it could not be done.KJ: Nope.Sarina: So, you know, that one, I, [00:10:00] I will never re-listened to that one, but, um, but I really, what I got out of it, honestly, was spending time with all of you guys, and you teach me things every single day. And another thing about this job is that I find that I have to relearn the best lessons over and over again.And when you are compelled to speak lucidly about your job, you know, a couple of times a month, um, it forces a certain reckoning with your own skill and expertise. Like I might say that I, you know, don't want to be anybody's, um, masterclass, but I really do know a lot at this point and, um, every time I talk to you guys and we'd, and we gathered together like this, I always learn something.Jess: I love, I think Sarina is the most amazing explainer and teacher. And so getting to learn, um, especially, you know, in these [00:11:00] recent, uh, nerd Corner Publishing Nerd Corner episodes, it's been so cool to just learn from her. It's really, really fun. And, you know, if, if we take it all the way back, like the first, your first romance novels, you know.We're just coming out when we just, when we started this thing. It's just been such an incredible journey from there to where we are now. The other thing that's been really cool is that this podcast has made me really accountable to my goals and to, you know, not that. You guys also do that for me. But saying things out loud in front of other people has always been my, the thing that has saved me, whether that's about my recovery or, um, you know, whatever it is.Um, people talk to me all the time and say, you know, was it hard to come out publicly about, you know, being an alcoholic? I'm like, absolutely not. It's what's kept me sober. And I feel the same way about the writing, that when I talk to, um, the listeners that I, I feel like. Someone may [00:12:00] come along someday and ask how that, uh, that goal of mine is going. And, and I like that.Jennie: Yeah. That's so good. Kj, what, what are your best memories and, um, best, best advice that you've gotten or, or given?KJ Well, you know, spend 10 years, so it is a long time ago, but I do remember the time Jess was riding her dinosaur to my house to record and got hit by a snowplow. Mm-hmm. Um, that was, that was good times.Jess: Yep.KJ: We have Snow Fred Dinosaurs up here. Yep. In New Hampshire. Um, the Sedaris thing that was, that was just funny and also really cool ‘cause I have such deep admiration for, for him, and I'm quite certain that if somehow he ever heard. I, he would not care. We think that was terrible advice.Jess: What's also really was really funny about that one is this is an only David Sedera sort of situation where, oh Lord, he, he has said very specifically that he, during COVID, he refused.To get Zoom, any [00:13:00] kind of zoom sort of situation. So we had to, we went all the way to Concord to,KJ: this wasn't Coco COVID, this was before that. No, no, no. I, I know, but I'm saying like, he has, this is not new information. He has said very publicly that he doesn't do likeJess: Oh, yeah. So he wouldn't even, even let us have somebody bring him a laptop to his apartment.Right. And set it up for us, which we were like, happy to do, butKJ: Yeah. Yeah. We had to go there.Jess: So he called and yeah, we went to NHPR in Concord and, uh, our, and our wonderful producer Andrew was. Able to get everything connected for us. Um, but it was one of those moments where, you know, we are constantly talking about how to like bend over backwards to get marketing and get people to listen to what we have to say.And yet, even though he puts obstacles in the path of people who want to hear what he has to say, they will gladly jump through those hoops, uh, for him.Jess: Yeah. Crazy. Yeah. I mean, you know, so kind of him to do it.KJ: Yes. Anyway, I mean, that was super funnyJess: and, and I am looking at my wall that [00:14:00] has the postcard, the thank you postcard that he sent us.So when he says he sends thank you notes to everyone, he sends thank you notes to everyone because we got one. And from what I understand, he sends them to every bookseller, every person who drives them everywhere. He sends thank you notes to everyone.Jennie: Wow. That's what I think of when I think of you, Jess.mThat's a thing you do too. You're so good at that. Well, I, I have to say that I have been a listener for this whole time, and the thing that you all brought was. This authenticity, this sense of what it's really like to do this work. And you all are writing such different things and so accomplished at those things, and your willingness to kind of just open, open it up and share what that looks like with no, you know, varnish over it or, or you know, polished.Just like, this is what it's really like and this is who we are and this is how it happens, and [00:15:00] that the work gets done in such. Messy circumstances and, um, that lesson and, and that generosity of showing people that that's true. Which kind of goes to what you were saying, Jess, like there is no way, but, but also just doing the work is the way and.That's what you have all modeled and continue to model, and obviously,KJ well, that's what I want people to take away from this. Mm-hmm. Is listen. Okay. We're joking that 10 years is a long time and 10 years is a long time. It's a long time to do anything. But also 10 years ago I had one book to my name. And you've never heard of it.It was called Reading with Babies, toddlers, and Twos, and it got me all my other jobs. Jess had no books to her name. Mm-hmm. 10 years ago, Sarina Couple not, you know, just, just, just barely getting started. Jennie actually had a ton of books to her name, but that's, you know, that's a different story. So here we were.10 years ago sat down and said, [00:16:00] we are gonna do these things. And we did not all, I mean, it wasn't, nobody came and asked us for it. All of David Saris. Um, nobody had, none of us had instant success. You know, no one called up and said, Hey, can I do this? And like immediately got articles in the New Yorker or whatever.Uh, publishers were not banging down our doors. We. We were banging down theirs and we were all very determined to, um, to make this a professional endeavor. The, the podcast and the writing and the books and all of it. And so I guess what I'm saying is I don't know where you are listener, but wherever you wanna be in 10 years.Uh, you know, maybe you won't get exactly there. I wouldn't say any of us has gotten exactly there ‘cause we're not done. But still, we came a long way in 10 years and I would like to see other people, [00:17:00] um, sit down and actually do the thing so you can go to the place.Jess: That's been one of the big joys, I think, also of this podcast is seeing other people's work happen.Like hearing from listeners that, oh my gosh, I hadn't started my book. I was trying to get motivated to start my book, and then I created this proposal and now the book is coming out, and that's, I, I, I just, I can't, I can hardly wrap my brain around that. Um, it's been a really amazing progression and the, the group of people that have sort of coalesced around listening to this podcast and getting in, in touch, some of them have become friends and that's been really amazing too.Sarina: I hope what some people will take away from this, um, is that very few people who do what we do are truly trained for it. You know, I don't have an MFAI don't KJ and just don't have journalism degrees. They have law degrees instead. But, um, you can, you can [00:18:00] do this on the job training. That's what we did.That's what you listened to us do. And I'm reminded of that, um, quote by El Doctoral. You know, writing a book is like driving at night with the headlights on. You can. You can't see the whole distance, um, but you can still get to your destination. And there was this Time when KJ and I were debating this quote on this podcast and KJ said, yeah, but the last time we went driving at night, we almost hit a bunny.And it was true. And I think that what might be the, one of the times I laughed the hardest on this podcast.Jess: You know, it's also interesting, I was thinking that, um, you know how I said that there isn't one way to do things, and even the way that we do things has evolved over time and like Sarina has learned how to, has become a coffee shop writer and has learned how to write in other places.And I've learned how to write in other places and I never used to be able to do that. Um, [00:19:00] so how we get the work done really has. Uh, evolved with the needs of what's going on around us and what our career needs from us, and, and that's been really pleasant. Pleasant to watch too.Jennie: Well, it's been an honor to listen to you all and to be, uh, working alongside you.And I am, I'm thrilled to be carrying the show forward. I have lots of big ideas to bring to these episodes To continue to center the writer and the writing and getting the work done in authentic conversations about what it takes, both from a craft perspective and a mindset perspective. So I'll be reaching out soon for submissions to book Lab because that's gonna continue with a twist and I will be letting you know about what's coming. Um, for sure. New episodes with our producer Andrew, who's stepped out from behind the mic, um, as you heard last week. And I'll be continuing to coach him forward, which will be really [00:20:00] fun. So lots of good stuff coming and I appreciate your ongoing support and I appreciate.Getting you to stand on the shoulders of these three incredible writers and entrepreneurs and thinkers and friends, and, um, thank you all.KJ Thank you. I'm just so glad. Thank you guys to see this, uh, keep going and to become a little bit more of a passenger. I have very much been the driver for the past few years.Um, Jess had her turn in the, in the driving seat and Sarina said from day one, no, no, I am buddy, humble guest. So, um, I'm so thrilled that you're taking over and I am excited to listen when I am not part of it, and to also continue to be part of it. Yay. Thank you guys.Jennie: Thank you all so, so much.Hey, why don't you, uh, why don't you take us out?KJ No, no. Jess has to take us out. It's cool. That's the tradition.Jess: Alright. And actually coming up with our, this little bit of the show happened in the eve space, so [00:21:00] it's a very. Yeah, that's a sentimental phrase for me too. So until next week, everyone, keep your butt in the chair and your head in the game.Jess: The hashtag am writing podcast. Is produced by Andrew Perilla. Our intro music, aptly titled Unemployed Monday was written and played by Max Cohen. 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What's the Chiefs plan moving forward from here, What's trending, and why Drew and Gold are feuding today full 2750 Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:34:05 +0000 AGjFVW1URyXvfEIc0pMu45KqaHDVTuHY society & culture Cody & Gold society & culture What's the Chiefs plan moving forward from here, What's trending, and why Drew and Gold are feuding today Hosts Cody Tapp & Alex Gold team up for 610 Sports Radio's newest mid-day show "Cody & Gold." Two born & raised Kansas Citians, Cody & Gold have been through all the highs and lows as a KC sports fan and they know the passion Kansas City has for their sports teams."Cody & Gold" will be a show focused on smart, sports conversation with the best voices from KC and around the country. It will also feature our listeners with your calls, texts & tweets as we want you to be a part of the show, not just a listener. Cody & Gold, weekdays 10a-2p on 610 Sports Radio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture False
ABOUT THE EPISODEListen in as David Schrock and Stephen Wellum interview SBC Presidential Candidate Josh Powell.Timestamps00:46 – Intro06:07 – Why Josh Powell Wants to Be SBC President13:52 – What are Some of the Biggest Things the SBC Has?16:17 – Concrete Ways of Moving Forward without a Credentials Committee22:07 – The Issue of Loss of Trust and How to Regain It26:47 – What Kind of Influence Does Josh Powell Have to Make the SBC Stronger?30:30 – The Baptist Courier31:50 – Navigating the Question of Wokeness39:26 – Confessing Where We Were Wrong43:00 – What Lessons Can We Learn from The Sex Abuse Task Force48:44 – Is There a Way for Leaders to Say They Were Wrong on This?52:15 – What Kind of Leaders Would Best Serve the SBC?56:07 – The ERLC: It's Ideal Mission, Identity, and Leadership59:39 – Where You Can Learn More about Josh Powell1:01:08 – OutroResources to ClickTheme of the Month: Can the Center Hold? The Southern Baptist Convention in the 21st CenturyGive to Support the WorkBooks to ReadThe Unprotected Class: How Anti-White Racism is Tearing America Apart – Jeremy Carl
Today I'm joined by Jon Acuff, a New York Times bestselling author who has spent years studying why so many of us procrastinate and how to finally get out of our own way. We talk about the real reasons people stall out—fear, rejection, imposter syndrome, perfectionism—and how comparison, when used correctly, can actually become a source of inspiration rather than insecurity. Jon also shares practical frameworks for focusing on effort instead of obsessing over outcomes, creating your own personal scorecard for success, and adopting a "let's find out" mentality when it comes to pursuing goals and navigating uncertainty. If you've ever felt stuck between what you say you want and what you're actually doing, this conversation will give you some tools to start closing that gap. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Intro & Jon Acuff returns to the podcast 01:14 - Why Ryan hates the term "Imposter Syndrome" 03:12 - Healthy vs destructive comparison 06:01 - "Audition your goals" instead of committing immediately 08:25 - Why men create fictional problems before starting 09:56 - Perfectionism and the "all or nothing" trap 12:21 - Thinking long-term to make better decisions 14:56 - "Noble obstacles" and how we sabotage ourselves 20:57 - The danger of attaching too much to outcomes 23:27 - Holding two opposing truths in leadership 25:26 - The "Let's Find Out" mentality 27:57 - Why men need other men to push them 33:18 - Ryan's story of channeling anger through wrestling 35:15 - The four permissions that beat procrastination 38:48 - Discipline vs desire 43:36 - Hustlers skipping the planning stage 45:12 - Becoming the best salesperson of yourself 49:22 - Why men overcommit their schedules 50:04 - How men hide inside hobbies 55:12 - Measuring success as a father 58:45 - Parenting example: the tattoo story 01:02:13 - Where to find Jon Acuff and his new book Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready
Welcome, gorgeous souls, to Episode 423 of Aligned Abundance! ✨This week, I'm joined by bestselling author and coach John Purkiss to explore the powerful themes from his new book The Power of Moving On and the transformational practice he calls “unclutching.”In this deeply insightful conversation, we explore why so many of us unknowingly hold on to people, identities, expectations and emotional experiences that block the flow of peace, abundance and alignment in our lives. We talk about the hidden ways we “clutch” to situations, why unfinished emotional experiences repeat themselves and how true completion frees up enormous energy for Aligned Abundance.Here's what you'll discover in this week's episode:What “unclutching” really means and why it's more powerful than simply letting goThe common things people unknowingly cling to that block abundance and inner peaceHow to lovingly move on even when the other person or situation isn't willingWhy surrender can be the gateway to greater alignment, clarity and opportunityWhen we unclutch from the past and allow life to move through us rather than against us, we create space for a new level of freedom, clarity and ease.Don't forget to share your biggest takeaways with me on Instagram @iamemmamumfordVisit John's website: https://www.johnpurkiss.com/-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Explore More Ways to Manifest Your Dream Life...
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Welcome back to the Messy Success Podcast. In this episode, Elizabeth shares a real behind the scenes look at the past few weeks of navigating illness while still running a business, leading a community, and preparing for big things ahead. After nearly five weeks of not feeling 100 percent, she reflects on the lessons that only show up when life forces you to slow down. From patience and surrender to rethinking expectations and priorities, this conversation is a reminder that growth does not always happen during our most productive seasons. Sometimes it happens when we are asked to pause.
Show NotesSummaryMs. G shares powerful insights on perseverance, prayer, and trusting God's timing during difficult seasons. This episode offers spiritual encouragement for those facing delays, disappointments, and life's challenges.Keywords: faith, prayer, perseverance, encouragement, spiritual growth, patience, trust in God, overcoming obstacles Key topicsThe importance of prayer during tough timesHow silence from God is part of His planSmall steps lead to big breakthroughsThe role of patience and perseverance in faith TakeawaysPrayer is never wasted; it builds spiritual strength.Silence from God doesn't mean He's absent.Progress can be quiet but powerful.Persistence is key to breakthrough.TitlesKeep Praying, Keep Pushing: Faith in ActionThe Power of Persistence in Difficult TimesSound bites"Prayer is never wasted.""Your persistence matters.""God honors persistence."Chapters00:00 Introduction: Keep Praying and Pushing00:37 Life's Small Battles and Spiritual Testing01:05 Prayer as a Source of Strength01:31 God's Silence and Developmental Seasons02:29 Seeds and Cocoon: Hidden Seasons of Growth02:58 Praying in All Circumstances03:25 The Power of Moving Forward in Faith04:22 Quiet Growth and Courage to Restart04:50 Don't Make Permanent Decisions in Temporary Feelings05:16 Perseverance and Breakthrough Moments06:12 Strength in Challenges and Faith Stretching07:08 Pray, Prepare, and Keep Believing07:37 Stay in Your Lane and Be Consistent08:06 God Honors Persistence and Effort08:57 Final Encouragement: Never Give Up09:41 lifestyle-transition-low.wav
In this episode of The Open Bedroom Podcast, I sit down with my husband Scott as we reflect on his recent breakup with a woman we'd been dating. We get real about the importance of relationship alignment, the challenges that come up when expectations around exclusivity and autonomy don't quite match, and how easy it is to overlook red flags when there's strong chemistry. Sharing from our own experience, we talk about why honest communication matters, how being clear about what we want can make all the difference, and the importance of choosing partners whose relationship goals truly line up with ours. Whether you're exploring modern, non-traditional relationship dynamics or just curious, we hope our conversation offers some thoughtful insights and support along the way.When the Match Doesn't Match (00:05:27)Diving into why the recent relationship didn't work, starting from dating profiles to real-life misalignment.Misalignment in Relationship Goals (00:07:56)Clarifying the disconnect in what each party wanted—deep connection vs. friends with benefits—and how this was communicated.Overlooking Red Flags Due to Chemistry (00:08:49)How strong chemistry and communication led both sides to ignore fundamental misalignments.Challenges of Standing Firm in Desires (00:10:09)The difficulty of holding to one's relationship needs when someone seems to check almost every box.Intellectual vs. Political Alignment (00:10:34)Discussing how intellectual connection was strong, but political and worldview differences existed.Navigating Political Differences in Dating (00:12:18)Jen reflects on dating app experiences and how political alignment is often a barrier, but can also be a source of connection.Red Flags vs. Misalignment (00:16:33)Exploring the difference between true red flags and simple misalignment in relationship goals.Ignoring Red Flags and Its Consequences (00:18:18)Why people ignore red flags, and the pain caused by trying to force a relationship despite clear misalignments.Autonomy vs. Security in Relationships (00:20:10)Scott and Jen discuss the struggle between wanting autonomy and the desire for security and exclusivity.Believing People When They Show You Who They Are (00:23:09)Learning to accept people's stated boundaries and not trying to change them; importance of alignment.Lessons Learned and Moving Forward (00:24:10)Jen shares takeaways: only date aligned people and avoid those who put up emotional walls.Confusion When Words and Actions Differ (00:25:03)How mixed signals—saying one thing but acting another—create confusion and hope for change.Reflecting on Past Relationship Dynamics (00:27:17)Jen wonders if things would have changed if they hadn't pushed for exclusivity, drawing parallels to her own past.Choosing Each Other and Responsibility (00:29:01)Scott discusses the responsibility and effort involved when someone chooses exclusivity and prioritizes the relationship.Scott's Capacity for Multiple Relationships (00:33:06)Jen praises Scott's ability to meet the needs of multiple partners and reflects on what they seek in future partners.Tailoring Relationship Dynamics to Your Needs (00:35:30)Advice to listeners: seek partners who want the same dynamic as you, whether it's polyamory, swinging, or exclusivity.Envisioning the Future and Alignment (00:36:34)Realizing misalignment when future visions don't include each other; importance of shared goals.Honesty About Needs and Desires (00:37:43)Emphasizing the need for self-honesty and seeking partners who are open to building what you want.Podcast Closing (00:39:15)Thanking listeners, encouraging feedback, and inviting them to subscribe and share the podcast.Follow The Open Bedroom podcast:https://www.instagram.com/theopenbedroompodcast
Cat & Cloud Podcast Cat & Cloud Coffee www.catandcloud.com/ Finding Joy in Every Season of Work: Part I – Ep #440 Summary In this episode, Chris and Jared (plus Casey) reflect on the early days that pulled us into specialty coffee and how those experiences shaped the work we're still doing today. From skateboarding friendships and barista competitions to building cafés and leading teams, we talk about how the things that bring joy evolve over time. As careers grow and responsibilities expand, the work changes—and sometimes the parts you loved most become harder to hold onto. We explore the idea that every season of life and business brings different sources of meaning, and that part of the real work is finding the through lines that keep the joy alive. This conversation looks back at where it all started while asking an ongoing question: how do you stay connected to the things that made you love the work in the first place? Chapters 00:00 – Missing the Old Days: Skate Culture, Community, and the Idea of “a Place” 05:00 – What Attracted you to Coffee and the Industry? 10:30 – Origin and Drive Around Being a Competitive Barista 15:00 – Competition, Connection, and Energy 20:00 – Competitions as a Frontier of New Ideas, and Judging 27:10 -- Barista Origins and Attitudes in the Business DNA Today 31:00 – Competition and Competition Evolution 38:00 – Transitioning to Career Focus 40:45 – Moving Forward and End of Part 1 Cat & Cloud: Instagram www.instagram.com/catcloudcoffee/ Webstore www.catandcloud.com/ Roasters Choice Subscription www.catandcloud.com/collections/subscriptions Wholesale Partners! Interested in serving our coffee at your business? Learn more about our Partner Program https://catandcloud.com/wholesale Cat & Cloud Coffee was founded in 2016 by three friends who believe experiences and connections shape our lives. Former barista champions and lifelong coffee professionals, they envisioned a better way to do business and set out to create a values-driven organization that put culture first. Our mission is to inspire connection by creating memorable experiences. Whether it's with guests in our 4 retail locations in Santa Cruz, our team members, or our wholesale partners across the country, we strive to leave everyone better than we found them. The Cat & Cloud Podcast is a space for us to share our experiences and adventures in coffee and business in hopes of inspiring more people to create culture and values-driven organizations. Hosted by Chris Baca and Jared Truby Produced by Casey Ryan March 2026
Patrick Champion grew up in Florida in what most people would consider a good family, but as a teenager he began getting into trouble, running away from home, and pushing boundaries his parents didn't know how to handle. Eventually they made a decision that would change the course of his life forever. In the middle of the night, Patrick was kidnapped from his home and transported to Tranquility Bay in Jamaica, one of the most controversial programs tied to the troubled teen industry. What was supposed to be discipline quickly turned into something much darker. Patrick spent nearly a year inside the program where he says he experienced abuse, neglect, extreme punishments, and psychological control while being cut off from the outside world. The experience left deep scars that followed him long after he returned home. In this episode of Locked In with Ian Bick, Patrick shares what really happened inside Tranquility Bay, how that experience derailed his life, led him into addiction and crime, and eventually resulted in a 10-year prison sentence in Florida. _____________________________________________ #ianbick #lockedinpodcast #tranquilitybay #troubledteenindustry #prisonstory #truecrimepodcast #kidnappedteen #prisonsurvival _____________________________________________ Connect with Patrick Champion: Instagram: @championfamily2020 YouTube: @UrFriendlyFelon Tiktok: @lastnamechampionnn _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Kidnapped in the Middle of the Night 03:01 Childhood Trauma and Family Turmoil 08:00 Growing Up in a Broken Home 13:00 School Trouble and Behavior Issues 19:00 My Reckless Teenage Years 26:59 Running Away and Living with My Dad 34:00 The Plan to Send Me Away 38:38 How I Got Sent to Tranquility Bay in Jamaica 45:11 Arriving at Tranquility Bay Teen Program 51:00 Surviving Tranquility Bay and the Troubled Teen Industry 01:03:00 Trying to Work the Program and Planning Escape 01:13:00 Restraints, Isolation, and Punishment 01:23:00 Losing Hope Inside Tranquility Bay 01:27:00 Returning Home After the Program 01:32:00 The Downward Spiral to Prison 01:41:00 Prison vs Tranquility Bay: What Was Worse? 01:51:00 Rebuilding Life After Prison 01:57:00 Recovery, Support, and Healing 02:00:00 Moving Forward and Helping Others Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
"Moving Forward by Faith"Genesis 32The Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, GodPastor Nate ClarkeMarch 8, 2026Join us Easter Sunday at our new church building April 5th7339 Atlee Road, Mechanicsville VAHow should Christians respond to wickedness in the world? https://youtu.be/2OJUIM9YRwAVirginia's proposed Constitutional amendments on Abortion & Marriage - How to VOTE BIBLICALLY: https://youtu.be/Y8z8xTFsOn8SERMON NOTES:- Genesis 32:1-12- Genesis 32:21-32- Moving Forward by Faith- To move forward by faith, you'll have to face fear.- What did Jacob have to fear? - He was stuck between Laban and Esau - 400 men reported with Esau - Is Esau still mad and wanting to kill him? (Gen 27:44-45) - Past sin catching up with him?- Genesis 32:7-8- Genesis 32:9-12- When faced with fear, you can move forward with your own ideas or you can move forward with God, it's your choice. - 2 Timothy 1:7- To move forward by faith, you'll have have to lose a fight.- Genesis 32:21-23- Genesis 32:24- Jacob didn't wrestle with God, God wrestled with Jacob.- Genesis 32:24-25- God didn't break Jacob to destroy him, but to form him to greater faith and dependence on Him.- Genesis 32:25-26- When God comes to wrestle, you win when you realize you've lost.- Matthew 16:25- To move forward by faith, you'll have a new name and a new walk.- Genesis 32:27-28- Israel: Sarah (rules/prevails) + el (God) = he rules with God- Daniel is not “he judges God” but “God judges” Samuel is not “he heard God” but “God hears”- Israel is not “he rules with God” but “God rules”- 2 Corinthians 5:17- Genesis 32:31Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Mechanicsville outside Richmond in Central Virginia.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.online
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In this week's sermon, we wrap up our series "Moving Forward" by looking at what it means to be in the presence of God. We discuss how we should walk with God and rely on him rather than trying to get him to fit our plans and desires. At the end of the day, if we're not walking in God's presence then we're going in the wrong direction. We're glad that you made it to this sermon! We're also available on youtube. For more information on our worship services or church as a whole, visit fbcwest.com
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"Track list 1. Curtis Mayfield – Superfly (Louie Vega EOL remix) 2. Matt D, Claudio Deeper, Natasha Watts – Closed (Anthony Nicolson remix) 3. Wayne Shorter – Infant eyes (Honeycomb instrumental mix) 4. Nadirah Shakoor – Love song (Frankie Feliciano remix) 5. Wez Whynt, Aneesa' Marie – Falling for you (Reelsoul extended remix) 6. Charles Dockins – Problems 7. Jimpster – Soul spectral (dub) 8. Stacey Kidd – I love u (Afro mix) 9. DJ Scratch – Electric stew (we can get down) 10. Kim English – Missing you (Ricanstruction remix)"
Thom's Nutshell: “You cannot work both sides of the serenity prayer. Choose. Commit.” Emotional sobriety is about moving forward. The key to unlocking long term recovery is learning to support ourselves internally by organizing our experience to deal with the struggle. To move through and out of relapse, we can't collapse into a pile of “shoulds.” Relapse occurs for addicts when they haven't accepted at an unconscious level that they are powerless. In acceptance we begin to take back our power. Our love and prayers go out to all victims of the wars raging across the entire world. Visit our website: www.emotionalsobriety.info Follow us on social media: Instagram: thomrutledge2 Joe C. Twitter: @Rebellion_Dogs Learn more about Joe C., Secular AA and Rebellion Dogs here: https://rebelliondogspublishing.com Friendly Circle Berlin workshops: https://friendlycircleberlin.org/events Allen's book, 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety: https://www.amazon.com/12-Essential-Insights-Emotional-Sobriety/dp/1955415129/ Join Allen & Thom at our Thursday night, 7pm PST Zoom meeting on Emotional Sobriety and the Steps (login information below): https://zoom.us/j/330149513 Password: 375986 For our ongoing workshop video series on Emotional Sobriety and the 12 Steps, visit our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHEM2-kqLkfp3I4c0jy-X-g Also, please join our “Emotional Sobriety and Recovery” FB Group at the following link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/120450976662519 We'd love to stay in touch in between meetings. We appreciate feedback! Contact Patrick, our producer, at pndirective4@gmail.com for any questions or comments. Chapters (00:00:00) - Working the Serenity Prayer: The Next Step in Recovery(00:04:32) - A Couple's Humility in Recovery(00:09:44) - "Self-Esteem Is Not an All or None"(00:11:13) - How to Talk to Someone Who Relapsed(00:15:33) - The Recovery Decision(00:20:02) - What's the Cause of Early Recovery?(00:22:38) - Tom: Self-Love(00:28:03) - A shout out to our military personnel
In this message from the “Move Forward” series, we look at the powerful story of Joseph in Genesis and the life-changing truth that forgiveness is necessary if you want to move forward. Joseph was betrayed by his own brothers, stripped of his identity, sold into slavery, falsely accused, and imprisoned for years. Yet God was still working in the middle of the pain. In an incredible turn of events, Joseph went from a prison cell to becoming the second most powerful man in Egypt. But the real test came years later when the very brothers who betrayed him stood before him, desperate for food during a famine. Joseph had a choice: hold on to bitterness or choose forgiveness. Forgiveness isn't easy. Our minds naturally hold on to pain and injustice. It can feel like forgiving someone means letting them get away with what they did. But true forgiveness doesn't excuse the wrong—it sets you free from being controlled by it. Through Joseph's story, we see how God can take the worst moments of our lives and turn them into something meaningful and redemptive. The pain that once seemed unbearable can become part of the purpose God is working out in our lives. If you're struggling with past hurts, guilt, resentment, or regret, this message will encourage you to trust God with your story. Forgiveness brings freedom. Forgiveness restores perspective. And forgiveness allows God to turn your past into something good. Without forgiveness, you stay stuck in the past. But when you forgive, you step into the future God has prepared for you. #ForgivenessIsFreedom #MoveForwardWithGod #ChristianLife #FaithOverFear #LetGoAndLetGod #JosephStory #GodsPurpose #HealingThroughFaith #OvercomingBitterness #FaithInAction #TrustGod #BibleTeaching #ChristianEncouragement #ForgiveAndMoveForward #GodsPlan #FaithJourney #SpiritualGrowth #FreedomInChrist #HopeInGod #GodsTiming
Battles are won and lost in critical moments. When it comes to spiritual rebuilding there are things that will side-track us or bring progress to a halt unless we take bold steps to keep moving forward. Today on Bold Steps Weekend, Pastor Mark picks up where he left off last week in Nehemiah chapter 4, where he'll continue teaching solid principles on rebuilding.Become a Bold Partner Today: https://www.moodyradio.org/donateto/boldsteps-weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Maple Leafs Reporter for The Athletic Jonas Siegel joins the show to discuss who else may be moved out of Toronto, Auston Matthews' future with the club, and the outlook for Toronto moving forward.
Nate Taylor from ESPN joins to discuss the Trent McDuffie trade and the impact it has moving forward full 1042 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:51:30 +0000 WD0ioxyMmcZ9JCNsvGAyi7B9eJOwgP6I nfl,nfl draft,kansas city chiefs,society & culture Cody & Gold nfl,nfl draft,kansas city chiefs,society & culture Nate Taylor from ESPN joins to discuss the Trent McDuffie trade and the impact it has moving forward Hosts Cody Tapp & Alex Gold team up for 610 Sports Radio's newest mid-day show "Cody & Gold." Two born & raised Kansas Citians, Cody & Gold have been through all the highs and lows as a KC sports fan and they know the passion Kansas City has for their sports teams."Cody & Gold" will be a show focused on smart, sports conversation with the best voices from KC and around the country. It will also feature our listeners with your calls, texts & tweets as we want you to be a part of the show, not just a listener. Cody & Gold, weekdays 10a-2p on 610 Sports Radio. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture False
Hebrews 12:1-2, Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. The greatest challenge to moving forward is the past and the present Three perspectives: THE PERIL OF THE PAST THE PERIL OF THE PRESENT THE PROMISE OF THE FUTURE THE PERIL OF THE PAST Successes, failures, mistakes, and even people who keep us looking back. THE PERIL OF THE PRESENT Allowing circumstances alone to define your reality. The perils of the past and present can conspire to ruin your perception of the future The most significant difference between you, your lived experience, and a crisis is what you think about it. THE PROMISE OF THE FUTURE The Promise of the future is your character in Christ and God's promises.
In this episode of Church Is Messy, Rick and Svea tackle one of the most notoriously difficult passages in the New Testament: 1 Corinthians 11, which discusses head coverings and gender roles. The conversation centers on how people tend to retreat into fundamentalism—grasping at simplistic, dogmatic answers—when facing uncertainty or complex biblical texts. Rick explains that this impulse appears across the theological spectrum, from those who dismiss difficult passages entirely to those who impose rigid, literalistic interpretations without acknowledging the real complexities involved.The heart of their discussion explores why 1 Corinthians 11 is so challenging to interpret. Even top scholars disagree on fundamental questions: What does "head of" mean when Paul says God is the head of Christ, Christ is the head of man, and man is the head of woman? Does it signify authority, source, unity, or preeminence? Rick presents Lucy Peppiatt's scholarly theory as one reasonable explanation while acknowledging it cannot be definitively proven. He emphasizes that any valid interpretation must account for all the facts without contradicting itself or the rest of scripture. Svea shares her personal experience of feeling stress and anxiety when hearing this passage read, even in the healthy environment of Autumn Ridge, reflecting the real impact these texts have on women in ministry.Ultimately, Rick and Svea encourage listeners to approach difficult scripture with confidence, curiosity, and courage rather than contempt or cynicism. They stress that it's spiritually mature to say "I don't know yet" and to trust in God's character while continuing to study and wrestle with hard passages. The main point Paul makes is clear despite all the complexity: men and women are interdependent, and all are fully dependent on God. Sometimes the most important lesson from a difficult passage isn't what it definitively says, but learning how to approach it with humility, rigorous study, and unwavering trust in God.Topics discussed in this episode:00:00 Intro02:55 - Connecting Fundamentalism to the Difficult Passage05:56 - Fundamentalism as a Response to Uncertainty07:00 - Svea's Personal Experience as a Woman08:45 - The Umbrella Imagery10:35 - What Does "Head Of" Mean?11:47 - John Chrysostom's Fourth Century Perspective13:30 - Long Unbound Hair & Cultural Context14:22 - Rick's Full Interpretation of "Headship"17:02 - Jesus' Functional Subordination19:27 - The Mystery of Angels in the Passage19:54 - Spiritual Maturity in Uncertainty21:29 - God Beyond Full Comprehension22:35 - Approaching Difficult Scripture as Worship23:18 - Lucy Peppiatt's Theory23:56 - Evaluating Competing Interpretations26:00 - Paul's Main Point: Interdependence26:25 - Dealing with Personal Bias28:46 - What to Remember a Year from Now30:54 - Preston Sprinkle's 20-Year Wrestling31:21 - Learning How to Approach Scripture33:02 - Impact Story: Red Letters Only Christian33:35 - Closing & Moving Forward
In this episode of Geek Freaks Headlines, we break down the latest report that a Game of Thrones movie is in the works and may center on Aegon's Conquest. Frank talks about why this is one of the biggest stories fans have been waiting for, why Beau Willimon feels like a strong choice to write it, and how the movie could balance dragon-sized spectacle with the character drama that made Westeros so compelling in the first place. The episode also gets into early fan casting chatter, including names like Henry Cavill and Jacob Elordi, while making it clear that no casting has been announced yet.00:00 Introduction to the Game of Thrones movie report00:08 Why Aegon's Conquest is one of the big stories fans have wanted00:19 Three dragons, major Targaryens, and familiar Westeros houses00:26 Why Beau Willimon is an interesting writing choice00:37 The challenge of balancing spectacle with character drama00:51 The family tension and succession drama that could drive the film01:06 Why a Warner Bros. theatrical release could mean a bigger budget01:10 Why Henry Cavill rumors are still just fan casting01:21 Frank's fan casting thoughts and question for listenersA Game of Thrones movie is reportedly moving ahead instead of a new series focused on Aegon the Conqueror.Aegon's Conquest and Robert's Rebellion remain two of the most wanted live action Westeros stories.The reported choice of Beau Willimon suggests the project may lean into layered writing instead of pure spectacle.The real hook of an Aegon story is not just dragons and war, but the internal Targaryen drama.No casting has been confirmed, despite online fan casting conversations.A theatrical release could give the project a much larger scale than an HBO series version.“For the Game of Thrones fan, there's two big stories they're waiting for, and that's Aegon's Conquest and Robert's Rebellion.”“All Game of Thrones, you have to balance the spectacle with the character drama.”“It needs to be a very charismatic Targaryen. He's kind of the Targaryen that starts off everything we know.”A movie centered on Aegon's Conquest could reshape the future of the Game of Thrones franchise on screen. It opens the door to one of the most important events in Westerosi history, brings in iconic houses like the Starks and Lannisters, and gives fans a story that feels big enough for theaters while still leaving room for political and family tension.Enjoyed the episode? Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share the show using #GeekFreaksPodcast. Your support helps more geek culture fans find the show and join the conversation.Follow Geek Freaks for more news, reactions, and episode drops.Facebook: Geek Freaks PodcastThreads: @geekfreakspodcastPatreon: Geek Freaks PodcastTwitter: @geekfreakspodInstagram: @geekfreakspodcastWho do you want to see play Aegon the Conqueror? Would you rather see Henry Cavill, Jacob Elordi, or someone completely different? Send us your thoughts and we may feature them in a future episode.For more geek news, visit Geek Freaks Podcast for ongoing coverage and updates on everything happening in fandom.Game of Thrones, Aegon's Conquest, Game of Thrones movie, Beau Willimon, Henry Cavill, Jacob Elordi, House of the Dragon, Warner Bros, HBO, Targaryen, Westeros, Geek Freaks Headlines, fantasy news, TV and movie news, pop culture podcastTimestampsKey TakeawaysMemorable QuotesWhy This Story MattersCall to ActionFollow UsListener QuestionsNews SourceApple Podcast Tags
Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676
In this week's sermon we continue our sermon series "Moving Forward" by looking at "The Cost." By that, we mean what are we willing to give up or pay in order to further God's kingdom? Discipleship isn't free, just as God's grace and mercy towards us wasn't free. We're glad that you made it to this video! We're also available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. For more information on our worship services or church as a whole, visit fbcwest.com
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What if the “normal” you're living in… isn't normal at all? From a remote island in Metlakatla to the story of Joseph rising to power in Egypt, this message challenges the routines, guilt, addictions, grief, and environments that keep us stuck. Joseph left betrayal and prison behind to step into purpose (Genesis 41). Lot was told not to look back when fleeing Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 19). Both stories carry the same truth: survival and purpose require leaving what's familiar. Are you sitting in a “normal” that is: • Not healthy? • Not producing life? • Not aligned with God's truth? Sometimes normal is just predictable bondage. Sometimes normal is just unchallenged pain. Sometimes normal is the very thing God is calling you to leave. It's time to move forward. Don't look back. Leave normal. #LeaveNormal #MoveForward #FaithOverFear #SundaySermon #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth #BreakFree #HealingJourney #GodsPlan #PurposeDrivenLife #Transformation #LetGoAndLetGod #NoMoreStuck #ChurchOnline #BiblicalTruth #ForwardNotBack #KingdomMindset #HopeInChrist #NewSeason #WalkByFaith
You've begun the work of rebuilding a critical part of your spiritual life that God has called you to. But, that doesn't mean it's going to be all smooth sailing. Today on Bold Steps Weekend, Pastor Mark reminds you and encourages your that there will be discouragements and opposition along the way.Become a Bold Partner Today: https://www.moodyradio.org/donateto/boldsteps-weekendSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Send a textOn this week's Thursday Thoughts, Polly and I talk about all manner of things including where we're at with our goals and habits, the importance of staying present in the moment, and how crucial awareness is if we want to make any kind of change in our life.We hope you'll find something useful in here!Love,Polly & Lucy x Support the showBuy my book, SHINY HAPPY SINGLES (UK) / THRIVE SOLO (US & Canada) at: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/book Join my membership community for single women, Thrive Solo: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/thrivesolo Download my FREE PDF 'Top 10 Comebacks for the MostAnnoying Questions Single Women Get Asked' Go to: https://www.lucymeggeson.com/comebacks Check out my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivesolowithlucymeggeson Join my private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1870817913309222/?ref=share Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivesolowithlucymeggeson/ Email me: lucy@lucymeggeson.com And thank you so much for listening!
Welcome to the Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher Podcast, hosted by Maurice Harker — a faith-based resource for individuals and couples seeking stronger marriages, deeper self-mastery, and practical gospel-centered healing.Important note: This podcast and its programs are not officially affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They are created by people who strive to live its teachings and apply them to real-life challenges.In this episode, Maurice teaches how to move forward in faith when outcomes aren't clear — especially while working with teams, serving others, or trying to heal relationships.You'll learn:Why teamwork breaks isolation and increases follow-throughHow to act in faith even when you can't see how the miracle will unfoldThe difference between responsibility and attempt when serving othersHow to recognize satanic distortions like fear, comparison, and hopelessnessWhy progress often feels slow — and how to maintain hope anywayHow revelation comes through action, not certaintyWhy even small “nudges” can change someone's lifeHow to stretch beyond your natural abilities and let God guide the next stepMaurice also shares practical stories about ministering to others, inviting teammates into the work, helping struggling marriages, and learning to trust that even imperfect efforts matter.If you're feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or stuck waiting for clarity, this episode offers a powerful reminder: miracles usually unfold after we step forward.For deeper gospel-centered training, visit lazaruslectures.com or life-changingservices.org to explore Marriage Repair Workshops and Lazarus Lectures.
Are you struggling to gain momentum in your finances? In this episode, Art and Nate unpack five common—and fixable—reasons people get stuck and share practical steps you can take to start moving forward. Don't miss this actionable conversation designed to help you build real financial traction.Resources:8 Money MilestonesAsk a Money Question!
Show NotesKeywords: purpose, fear, courage, growth, impact, faith, resilience, self-discovery, motivation, inspirationSummary: In this episode, Ms. G discusses the importance of pursuing one's purpose despite fears and doubts. She emphasizes that a persistent desire often indicates a deeper calling and encourages listeners to embrace their unique gifts and take action. Ms. G shares the necessity of courage, resilience, and faith in the journey towards fulfilling one's purpose, reminding us that growth often comes from stepping outside of our comfort zones. She concludes with a powerful message to stop waiting for permission and to trust in the process of self-discovery and impact.TakeawaysThe fear of pursuing your purpose is common.Persistent desires may indicate your true purpose.Courage is essential in the pursuit of purpose.Purpose requires action and movement, not comfort.Failure is part of the journey, quitting is not.You are allowed to evolve and change your path.Trust in your unique gifts and experiences.Small steps can lead to significant transformations.Don't wait for validation to pursue your dreams.Your purpose is connected to serving and impacting others.Unlocking Your True PurposeCourage Over Comfort: The Path to PurposeSound Bites"You are allowed to evolve.""Trust God with the rest.""Someone is waiting on your yes."TitlesChapters00:00 Embracing Your Purpose02:52 Overcoming Fear and Doubt06:14 The Journey of Growth and Impact09:10 Taking Action and Moving Forward
Nick and Jonathan debate whether or not Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley can coexist going forward after their underwhelming performance against the Thunder on Sunday.
Do you feel like the lash and beauty industry is ready for fresh voices? Maybe that fresh voice is yours! In this episode, I share why I believe the lash world is craving fresh perspectives and real, hands-on experience from artists who've built their businesses from the ground up. There's room for growth, and it starts with more of us speaking up.I also open up about what it's like to grow as a solo artist, the mindset blocks that keep talented professionals quiet, and how podcasting became a powerful way for me to expand my reach and impact. If you feel called to more than working behind the chair, this conversation will challenge you to think bigger.In this episode, you'll hear:Why does the industry feel repetitive right now?What fresh leadership in the lash space could look likeThe unique perspective solo artists bringThe fear that keeps many professionals from using their voiceHow podcasting builds long-term authority and trustStart and launch your podcast with Mic'd Up - my new 8 week program!You're sitting on stories, experience, and leadership the industry needs. The conversations you have behind the chair, the lessons you've learned the hard way, the perspective you've gained from working hands-on with clients...it all matters.And deep down, you know you're meant for more. You're meant to teach, to influence, to shape the future of the beauty industry. The only thing missing is the platform and the confidence to share it. That's where podcasting comes in!Mic'd Up is an 8-week small group coaching experience for beauty professionals who feel called to lead, educate, and expand beyond the service chair...and are ready to launch a podcast that builds authority, trust, and long-term impact❤️
After a heavy 2025 marked by physical pain, budget drain, and the strain of warming centers, we chose not to retreat but to advance—grounded in prayer, transparency, and guest-centered care. 2026 has begun with honest reflection and real work: centering every decision on the dignity of our guests, strengthening trust, and building systems that reflect the values we proclaim. We're embracing authenticity over performance, naming fatigue and doubt while recommitting to show up daily with faith that has its sleeves rolled up. Longer shelter stays are seen as signs of deeper engagement with guests pursuing recovery, medical care, classes, and housing matches built to last. While within our staff, training, culture-building, and spiritual support ensure our team is equipped in both skill and heart.A major step forward is the launch of the RESTORE Team, merging outreach, guest management, and housing into one relationship-centered model that reduces handoffs and walks with each guest from the street through 12 months of housing stabilization. We're also looking into upgrades like step-up beds—safer, individual sleeping spaces designed with integrated storage and accessibility in mind—to replace institutional bunks and better serve an aging population with mobility challenges. With clearer systems, stronger support, and a forthcoming announcement to expand how we serve unsheltered neighbors, we invite others to join us—through prayer, volunteering, giving, or even on our board—as we build a safer, kinder path home in 2026.To learn more about TRM, Click Here!To support TRM, Click Here! Send us a Message!
As we continue our series Moving Forward, we look this week at "The Why." We dig in to Luke 15:1-7 as well as Philippians 2:12-18 to see how we as the church should respond to those who don't know Jesus. As the parable of the lost sheep illustrates for us, we should intentionally seek those who don't know Jesus and share God's love with them. But in order to do this, we need to be a united and loving church that Paul describes in Philippians 2. We're glad that you made it to this sermon! We're also available on Youtube. For more information on our worship services or church as a whole, visit fbcwest.com
A question that might come up in the Recovery journey is "why should I deal with my past? Doesn't Paul say we should forget the past and strain forward?" Understanding the difference between getting stuck in our past and honoring our past with the whole goal of moving forward with a new purpose is essential to walking in freedom or staying stuck in our past trauma and pain. In this episode, Rodney Holmstrom, global field Director of Celebrate Recovery, will walk us through a conversation on what it looks like to understand the difference between staying stuck in our past and honoring our past so that God can bring redemption and restoration so that we can walk in Freedom.
In this message, Josh Bayne talks about what to do when someone hurts you — and you can't seem to move on. We've all carried wounds from betrayal, disappointment, or words that still echo. But what if you don't have to keep carrying them? This message offers a clear path toward forgiveness and the freedom that comes with it.
In this episode, I'm talking straight to YOU about the mindset you may jump into after a breakup and how it can quietly keep you stuck without you even realizing it. LISTEN NOW. Then, check out my book "Don't Be DESPERATE: Get Over Your Breakup with CLARITY & DIGNITY" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3R2EHiz Get personalized help: breakupBOOST.com Check out Trina's breakup & dating merch: blockandshop.com
Description: Bill & Michael Wurth (Succession Capital's Regional Vice President) discuss "Carrier Endorsed" Premium Finance opportunities in today's evolving landscape. Whether it's marketing to business owners, high net worth individuals, charitable solutions, policy reviews, creative estate planning or tax savings strategies, many opportunities may exist. Modern premium financing for life insurance began in 1996 when CEO Julian Movsesian was challenged by a High-Net-Worth Client to come up with a method for using leverage to enhance the purchase of life insurance. This challenge led to the creation of the "Capital Maximization Strategy℠ (CMS), which provided Clients with a better way to buy life insurance. Each client requires a unique plan reflecting their capital, income, business, tax, estate, and charitable objectives. In collaboration with Advisory Teams, SCA tailors custom plans to achieve each client's goals. Levinson & Associates has teamed up with SCA to help our agents help their clientele with these creative financial solutions, as discussed in episode 65. Michael's Bio: Michael Wurth joined Succession Capital in January 2021. Hired before the official Vice President program was put in place, Michael spent his first 2 years at SCA supporting Michael Rothman and managing all cases in underwriting. His territory includes San Diego, Inland Empire, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Florida, Alaska, and Hawaii. Prior to joining SCA, Michael worked for Apple in their Beijing office, where he was the only non-native Chinese speaker on Apple's team of 250 employees. He was specifically responsible for analyzing the financials and setting targets for iPhone sales in the Greater China region, a $50 Billion dollar revenue generating group. After his time in China, he completed his MBA in Barcelona, Spain in 2019 before launching his own Search Fund after graduation. Aside from work, Michael is passionate about education and his faith. He and his wife started a Catholic Classical Education school in Southern California called The Camino School. Michael received his undergraduate degrees in International Business and Chinese Language and Culture from the University of Southern California and his MBA and Spanish degree from IESE in Barcelona. Michael and his wife met in Rome and have been married since 2019. They live in Aliso Viejo, CA with their three sons (Michael, Lucas, & George), their daughter (Lola), and Chocolate Lab, Kona. Check us out online: Agent Back Office Site: LevinsonAndAssociates.com Facebook: @levinsonandassociates X: @levinsonassoc Instagram: @levinsonandassociates Threads: @levinsonandassociates LinkedIn: @bilevinson Podcast: levinson.libsyn.com YouTube Library: @thelevinson1
After seeking God for wisdom, every man eventually faces the moment when a decision must be made without guarantees. In this True Man Podcast, I talk about courageous obedience, how a True Man moves forward in faith when clarity is incomplete and trusts God to meet him in motion. #truemanpodcast Contact Mike Van Pelt:mike@truemanlifecoaching.comhttps://www.truemanlifecoaching.com Order Mik's New Book, True Man True Ways – A Roadmap of Discovery to the Masculine Heart https://www.truemanlifecoaching.com/truemantrueways Become part of the True Man Inner Circle — our weekly newsletter for men who refuse to settle. truemanlifecoaching.com/newsletter
In this episode of K12ArtChat, former Connected Arts Network (CAN) leaders Amy Appleton (now with Young Audiences for Learning) and Kendall Crabbe reflect on years of hard work evolving art education through interdisciplinary collaboration, supporting art educators, and encouraging them to start their own Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). Amy and Kendall share their knowledge on how to nurture teacher leadership, sustain meaningful collaboration, and how art educators can stay connected and inspired beyond formal programs.
2.18.26, Tobi Altizer asks callers for their thoughts on if the Commanders will get a uniform change next season and what they want to see return from the previous eras.
Grace & Grit Podcast: Helping Women Everywhere Live Happier, Healthier and More Fit Lives
Sometimes the most productive action is strategic pause. Learn when and how to intentionally pause health transformation efforts during perimenopause and menopause rather than pushing through to burnout. Discover why pauses differ from quitting for women over 40, how to use rest periods strategically, and when resuming serves you. Perfect for women in all-or-nothing patterns, recovering from burnout, or experiencing major life transitions. Includes pause decision frameworks and resumption strategies. If you want to take this work deeper, grab my book The Consistency Code: A Midlife Woman's Guide to Deep Health and Happiness. ✨ It's the roadmap midlife women are using to lead themselves powerfully in the health arena and beyond. Available now at https://theconsistencycode.com
Today we're studying Moses 8:4 in just one minute! Grab your scriptures and let's dive into them together!And grab study guides for the whole family here: -Grab Kristen's copies of helpful PDFs and study guides here: https://shop.kristenwalkersmith.com/products/ Check out her monthly Come Follow Me YouTube videos here: https://kristenwalkersmith.com/youtube/- To get Cali's scripture study guide for adults click here: https://comefollowmestudy.com/shop/ Discount code: OMSSOr purchase on Amazon: https://a.co/d/4qocgeUGet our NEW 365-day Old Testament daily devotional book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0p3Ds0t Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.