Podcasts about Mundane

As a pediatrician and mom, I know firsthand how easy it is to get overwhelmed by standard parenting tips and the pressure to have a perfect family life . In a culture obsessed with quick fixes and curated social media fairy tales, so many couples feel like they are constantly falling short . On this channel, my goal is to share the beautiful, unglamorous reality of making relationships work . We cannot just hope for a happy marriage and connection to happen by chance…we have to be intentional about creating it. That is why I love bringing authentic guests onto the podcast to share real, unfiltered relationship advice. In this episode, I'm sitting down with Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson East and former NFL player Andrew East to talk about their brand new book, The Courage to Commit. Shawn and Andrew remind us that we don't have to succumb to public judgment or relationship anxiety . Real growth happens in our everyday routines, like setting core family values, prioritizing weekly date nights, and learning how to celebrate failure . By breaking down the illusion of perfection and working through messy parenting moments, we can move past the comparison trap and build a resilient, peaceful home. Why treating commitment as an intentional choice is the key to lasting peace in marriage. How choosing fewer things and narrowing your focus can completely eliminate FOMO and relationship anxiety . Easy, practical ways to establish family values and protect intentional habits like weekly date nights . Why elite athletes, pediatricians, and parents must embrace failure as a necessary stepping stone to success. Breaking down the distinct voices in their new book, The Courage to Commit, and the inclusion of data-driven research. How a legendary gymnastics coach used reverse psychology to teach self-reflection and grit. How to find joy in the mundane, unglamorous preparation phases of parenting and family life. To connect with Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East follow them on Instagram @shawnjohnson and @andrewdeast and buy their new book, “The Courage to Committ”: https://thecouragetocommit.com/#pre-order  00:00:00 – Commitment vs. The Highlight-Reel Culture 00:01:22 – Introducing Shawn Johnson East & Andrew East 00:03:49 – Behind the Scenes of a Three-Year Book Journey 00:05:49 – Balancing Two Different Voices in Marriage & Writing 00:07:14 – Overcoming the Flaws of Modern Swipe Culture 00:11:11 – Why Society Hacks Relationships but Grinds in Sports 00:15:51 – The Ulysses Analogy: Drowning Out Distractions 00:18:42 – Defining Core Family Values & Setting Boundaries 00:23:07 – Choosing Depth Over Endless Variety 00:30:52 – Why the Cost of Maintenance is Cheaper Than Starting Over 00:37:11 – Knowing When to Persevere vs. When to Quit 00:50:11 – Finding Beauty in the Mundane, Unglamorous Moments 00:54:16 – Where to Buy The Courage to Commit & Final Review Call Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and⁠ ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! And don't forget to follow⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In our final throwback episode, we're catching up with another guest from Beer with Nat season two, who I chatted with back in June 2019. Today's guest is Lucy Do, owner of The Dodo Micropub. We start by hearing what Lucy has been up to over the past 7 years, then we revisit our original conversation. Lucy shares us what a micropub is and why she decided to open one. She also reflects on some of her key learnings over the years, the advice she wished she had when she first started out, and a whole lot more.   What stuck with me from this conversation: On community building: "Moving away from the corporate world, being successful was about being happy with who I am and what I've created and that's why I wanted it to be a community. I wanted people to not feel lonely. I wanted people to come in here on their own and make friends. I love that people make friends in here – I genuinely, genuinely love that. It's just heartwarming."   Links & things: Lucy's micropub: The Dodo Follow her on follow here(and don't miss her creative reels and TV interviews, too!) You'll find a full list of the awards she's won here and a few highlights below: Industry Champion of the Year at the Women in Beer Awards 2025 Bar / Pub of the Year at the Be Inclusive Hospitality Spotlight Awards 2022 CAMRA Ealing & West Middlesex Pub of the Year 2020 & 2021 Her beginnings: The loan that helped Lucy get her start: Virgin Start Up Loan And the micropub that inspired her: The Just Reproach in Kent For more from Lucy: Listen in to the episode of the Good Beer Hunting podcast we recorded together in January 2021 P.S. If you're inspired by the idea of 'doodling at The Dodo', here's one of my favourite adult colouring books. Enjoy!

As a pediatrician and mom, I know firsthand how easy it is to get overwhelmed by standard parenting tips and the pressure to have a perfect family life . In a culture obsessed with quick fixes and curated social media fairy tales, so many couples feel like they are constantly falling short . On this channel, my goal is to share the beautiful, unglamorous reality of making relationships work . We cannot just hope for a happy marriage and connection to happen by chance…we have to be intentional about creating it. That is why I love bringing authentic guests onto the podcast to share real, unfiltered relationship advice. In this episode, I'm sitting down with Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson East and former NFL player Andrew East to talk about their brand new book, The Courage to Commit. Shawn and Andrew remind us that we don't have to succumb to public judgment or relationship anxiety . Real growth happens in our everyday routines, like setting core family values, prioritizing weekly date nights, and learning how to celebrate failure . By breaking down the illusion of perfection and working through messy parenting moments, we can move past the comparison trap and build a resilient, peaceful home. Why treating commitment as an intentional choice is the key to lasting peace in marriage. How choosing fewer things and narrowing your focus can completely eliminate FOMO and relationship anxiety . Easy, practical ways to establish family values and protect intentional habits like weekly date nights . Why elite athletes, pediatricians, and parents must embrace failure as a necessary stepping stone to success. Breaking down the distinct voices in their new book, The Courage to Commit, and the inclusion of data-driven research. How a legendary gymnastics coach used reverse psychology to teach self-reflection and grit. How to find joy in the mundane, unglamorous preparation phases of parenting and family life. To connect with Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East follow them on Instagram @shawnjohnson and @andrewdeast and buy their new book, “The Courage to Committ”: https://thecouragetocommit.com/#pre-order  00:00:00 – Commitment vs. The Highlight-Reel Culture 00:01:22 – Introducing Shawn Johnson East & Andrew East 00:03:49 – Behind the Scenes of a Three-Year Book Journey 00:05:49 – Balancing Two Different Voices in Marriage & Writing 00:07:14 – Overcoming the Flaws of Modern Swipe Culture 00:11:11 – Why Society Hacks Relationships but Grinds in Sports 00:15:51 – The Ulysses Analogy: Drowning Out Distractions 00:18:42 – Defining Core Family Values & Setting Boundaries 00:23:07 – Choosing Depth Over Endless Variety 00:30:52 – Why the Cost of Maintenance is Cheaper Than Starting Over 00:37:11 – Knowing When to Persevere vs. When to Quit 00:50:11 – Finding Beauty in the Mundane, Unglamorous Moments 00:54:16 – Where to Buy The Courage to Commit & Final Review Call Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and⁠ ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! And don't forget to follow⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Today, we're putting The Tonearm's needle on Stephen Emmer, a Dutch composer and musician based in Amsterdam. Stephen came up in the late 70s post-punk underground, and his band Minny Pops was the first international act signed to Factory Records. He is a curious genre-explorer who has worked with Lou Reed, Chaka Khan, Tony Visconti, Trevor Horn, Flood, and many others.His latest album, Asymmetrical Dot, is a chamber work rooted in his Dutch-Indonesian heritage, built around sustained tones, wordless vocals, vibraphone, and strings. The record came out of a year when his mother died, and his first grandson was born, and the contracting themes of grief and arrival appear throughout the work.We cover the album, his hearing loss, and why he walked away from commercial work to make the most personal music of his career.(The musical excerpts heard in the interview are from Stephen Emmer's Asymmetrical Dot)—Dig Deeper• Artist and Albums:Visit Stephen Emmer at stephenemmer.com and follow him on Bluesky, Instagram, and YouTubePurchase Stephen Emmer's album Asymmetrical Dot from Bandcamp or Qobuz and listen on your streaming platform of choiceThe two previous installments in the 'introspective trilogy': Maison Melody (2020) and Mt. Mundane (2024)• Key Collaborators:Tony Visconti — Producer of Recitement; longtime producer of David BowieBeth Hirsch — Vocalist and co-writer on Asymmetrical Dot, Track 5; best known for AIR's Moon SafariFernando Aponte — Grammy-winning mixing engineer, HoustonEverton Nelson — Concertmaster and violinist; has performed with the LSO, BBC Concert Orchestra, and on recordings for Radiohead, U2, and Paul McCartneyPatricia Sullivan — Mastering engineer at Bernie Grundman Mastering, Los Angeles• *Recitement* and Its Voices:Recitement — Emmer's 2007 spoken-word album, produced by Tony Visconti.Ken Nordine — Voice-over artist and "Word Jazz" pioneer; voiced "Absolutely Grey" on RecitementColors — Ken Nordine's 1966 album, originally commissioned as radio spots for the Fuller Paint CompanyLou Reed — Rock musician and poet; voiced "Passengers" on RecitementAllen Ginsberg — Beat poet; voiced "Disconnected" on RecitementRichard Burton — Welsh actor; voiced "The Leaden Echo" and "Boy with a Cart" on Recitement• Musical Influences and References:Gamelan — Traditional Indonesian percussion ensemble; central to the sonic concept of Asymmetrical DotDave Brubeck — American jazz pianist; one of the first musicians Emmer heard as a child, via his mother's ballet teachingHeitor Villa-Lobos — Brazilian composer; among the diverse influences Emmer's mother brought to her ballet classesClaude Debussy and Gamelan — Referenced by Emmer as a historical predecessor in integrating gamelan into Western composition• Contextual References:Holiday on Ice — International touring ice show for which Emmer served as music directorMotörhead — British heavy metal band; Emmer's hearing damage traces to a backstage encounter with their sound systemCharles Ives — American modernist composer who ran a successful insurance business alongside his musical career; referenced in the episode's discussion of portfolio careersAmbon, Indonesia — Island in the Maluku province of Indonesia, historically known as Amboina; birthplace of Emmer's mother and inspiration for the album's track "Amboina (for Roekie Aronds)"—Dig into this episode's complete show notes at podcast.thetonearm.com—• Did you enjoy this episode? Please share it with a friend! You can also rate The Tonearm ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. • Subscribe! Be the first to check out each new episode of The Tonearm in your podcast app of choice. • Looking for more? Visit podcast.thetonearm.com for bonus content, web-only interviews + features, and the Talk Of The Tonearm email newsletter. You can also follow us on Bluesky, Mastodon, YouTube, and LinkedIn. • Be sure to bookmark our online magazine, The Tonearm! → thetonearm.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we're putting The Tonearm's needle on Stephen Emmer, a Dutch composer and musician based in Amsterdam. Stephen came up in the late 70s post-punk underground, and his band Minny Pops was the first international act signed to Factory Records. He is a curious genre-explorer who has worked with Lou Reed, Chaka Khan, Tony Visconti, Trevor Horn, Flood, and many others.His latest album, Asymmetrical Dot, is a chamber work rooted in his Dutch-Indonesian heritage, built around sustained tones, wordless vocals, vibraphone, and strings. The record came out of a year when his mother died, and his first grandson was born, and the contracting themes of grief and arrival appear throughout the work.We cover the album, his hearing loss, and why he walked away from commercial work to make the most personal music of his career.(The musical excerpts heard in the interview are from Stephen Emmer's Asymmetrical Dot)—Dig Deeper• Artist and Albums:Visit Stephen Emmer at stephenemmer.com and follow him on Bluesky, Instagram, and YouTubePurchase Stephen Emmer's album Asymmetrical Dot from Bandcamp or Qobuz and listen on your streaming platform of choiceThe two previous installments in the 'introspective trilogy': Maison Melody (2020) and Mt. Mundane (2024)• Key Collaborators:Tony Visconti — Producer of Recitement; longtime producer of David BowieBeth Hirsch — Vocalist and co-writer on Asymmetrical Dot, Track 5; best known for AIR's Moon SafariFernando Aponte — Grammy-winning mixing engineer, HoustonEverton Nelson — Concertmaster and violinist; has performed with the LSO, BBC Concert Orchestra, and on recordings for Radiohead, U2, and Paul McCartneyPatricia Sullivan — Mastering engineer at Bernie Grundman Mastering, Los Angeles• *Recitement* and Its Voices:Recitement — Emmer's 2007 spoken-word album, produced by Tony Visconti.Ken Nordine — Voice-over artist and "Word Jazz" pioneer; voiced "Absolutely Grey" on RecitementColors — Ken Nordine's 1966 album, originally commissioned as radio spots for the Fuller Paint CompanyLou Reed — Rock musician and poet; voiced "Passengers" on RecitementAllen Ginsberg — Beat poet; voiced "Disconnected" on RecitementRichard Burton — Welsh actor; voiced "The Leaden Echo" and "Boy with a Cart" on Recitement• Musical Influences and References:Gamelan — Traditional Indonesian percussion ensemble; central to the sonic concept of Asymmetrical DotDave Brubeck — American jazz pianist; one of the first musicians Emmer heard as a child, via his mother's ballet teachingHeitor Villa-Lobos — Brazilian composer; among the diverse influences Emmer's mother brought to her ballet classesClaude Debussy and Gamelan — Referenced by Emmer as a historical predecessor in integrating gamelan into Western composition• Contextual References:Holiday on Ice — International touring ice show for which Emmer served as music directorMotörhead — British heavy metal band; Emmer's hearing damage traces to a backstage encounter with their sound systemCharles Ives — American modernist composer who ran a successful insurance business alongside his musical career; referenced in the episode's discussion of portfolio careersAmbon, Indonesia — Island in the Maluku province of Indonesia, historically known as Amboina; birthplace of Emmer's mother and inspiration for the album's track "Amboina (for Roekie Aronds)"—Dig into this episode's complete show notes at podcast.thetonearm.com—• Did you enjoy this episode? Please share it with a friend! You can also rate The Tonearm ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. • Subscribe! Be the first to check out each new episode of The Tonearm in your podcast app of choice. • Looking for more? Visit podcast.thetonearm.com for bonus content, web-only interviews + features, and the Talk Of The Tonearm email newsletter. You can also follow us on Bluesky, Mastodon, YouTube, and LinkedIn. • Be sure to bookmark our online magazine, The Tonearm! → thetonearm.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Earthbound SS-06 Show: SESSIONS by MUNDANE. Artist: Jean Marin Air Date: 6 June 2026 Genre: Techno / Organic House / Peak Time Techno / Progressive House / Minimal Fresh from the oven the latest selections & digging into the hype from the Progressive / Organic Tech music scene with some of the most recognized voices at the moment, artists like Michael A, Kebin van Reeken, Guy J, Simonn Vuaramon & more compiled in this hour non-stop club night. Tracklist: 1. Abity, Gabo Martin, foglight - Lying Clouds foglight Remix 2. Lavie Au Soleil, Oreiente - Kilimanjaro 3. Kazko, Rockka - Subliminal Rockka Remix 4. Tantum - Unblur 5. Michael A - Orridian 6. Patch Park, Jamie Stevens - Spells Jamie Stevens Remix 7. Michael A - Fractals 8. Jamie Stevens, ivan Aliaga - Catalano 9. John Cosani - Idid 10. Nicholas Van Orton - Slash Dash 11. Think City & Jean Vayat - Dive Deep 12. Simon Vuarambon - Diafana 13. Cetrini - Keep On Dancing Originally broadcast on Data Transmission Radio. Listen live and explore the archive: https://radio.datatransmission.co

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This episode is two things in one: an honest, personal check-in from Kat as we head into summer, Q&A from our community. followed by a conversation with San Diego-based Mexican painter Yahel Yan, a Create! community member whose 100-day challenge journey ended in a full solo exhibition. Kat opens by sharing what has been on her mind lately, from the turbulence in the art world and the economy to a growing sense that artists deserve more privacy, more mystery, and more protection of the creative and intellectual work they have built over years. She reflects on the pressure to share everything online, the times that oversharing has cost her, and why she is choosing to reclaim some intentional secrecy, not as gatekeeping, but as a form of boundaries and self-respect. She also answers questions submitted by listeners through the Create! broadcast channel on Instagram, covering practical topics like what to do when you do not have a mailing list at an exhibition, how to approach interior designers as potential clients, how to identify your ideal collector when you are just starting out, and where collectors are actually discovering new artists today. Then Kat sits down with Yahel Yan, a Create! Magazine featured artist and community member, for a conversation about her winding path to painting, the deeply personal chair series that became her signature work, and what it felt like to complete and exhibit 100 paintings in 100 days. Yahel grew up in Mexico City, surrounded by color and the energy of a sprawling metropolis. After pursuing graphic design and building a family, she arrived in San Diego in 2000, pregnant with her third child, navigating a new country, a new language, and a new life. Art became her anchor. When her youngest started preschool, she returned to the studio and has been painting ever since. Her "Chairs Are People" series began in 2012, almost by accident. Yahel had always collected small chairs, filling her home with so many she joked there was nowhere left to sit. When she began painting them, something shifted. She started seeing chairs as personalities, as stand-ins for human presence, romance, grief, and memory. Many come from the street, discovered and abandoned, each one a mystery she gets to invent. Others she takes on what she calls field trips, photographing her own chairs in new environments before bringing them back to canvas. Earlier this year, Yahel participated in the Create! 100 Day Challenge, painted all 100 pieces, and turned them into a solo exhibition, presented as grids of nine that let viewers spend hours discovering objects they had not noticed at first glance. She shares why she never planned to show the work publicly until she simply had to. In this episode, you will hear: Kat's solo Q&A segment: What is weighing on her in the art world right now, and how she is choosing to respond Why she is reclaiming privacy and mystery in her practice and her business What to do when you do not have a mailing list at a show (and how to start one) How to approach interior designers as potential clients for your work How to identify your ideal collector when you are just starting out Where collectors are actually finding emerging artists today Conversation with Yahel Yan: Growing up in Mexico City and how that shaped her palette, energy, and sense of movement Why she chose graphic design over fine art, and how that path served her Moving to the United States with two children and one on the way, and how creativity helped her build community in a new country The origin of "Chairs Are People" and how chairs became characters with stories and feelings Finding chairs on the street and taking her own chairs on "field trips" to photograph in new environments Joining the Create! 100 Day Challenge and discovering unexpected joy in painting food, hot sauce, and other overlooked objects Exhibiting all 100 paintings as a grid installation and the experience of seeing them as one complete body of work What is next: a ceramics workshop in Maine with her daughter   Links mentioned in this episode: Yahel Yan on Instagram: @yahel.yan.art Yahel's website: yahelyan.com Create! Substack (subscribe free or paid): createmagazine.substack.com  Create! broadcast channel: follow @createmagazine on Instagram Join the next 100 Day Challenge cohort waitlist: www.createmagazine.myflodesk.com/challenge

The most important putting lesson of the year didn't come from the winner. Russell Henley birdied his final three holes in regulation to catch 54-hole leader Eric Cole, then converted again in the playoff to win the Charles Schwab Challenge at 12-under. Cole, 37, had been here before — this was his third runner-up finish on the PGA Tour and his first win is still waiting. But here's what's fascinating: through 54 holes, Cole led the field in Strokes Gained: Putting and Proximity to the Hole — the two most "boring" disciplines in the game. No highlight-reel drives. No flashy recoveries. Just relentless precision on the greens and dialed-in distance control, week after week. "That's why I practice really hard and that's why I try and do everything the way I do," Cole said — "so that I could be as prepared for whatever tomorrow brings."  That's this week's Improvement Pivot Point: learn to love working on the mundane. The stuff nobody films. The 10-foot putts you roll for an hour. The alignment drills. The putting gate. The things that feel like nothing — until Sunday at Colonial, when they become everything. Scott also breaks down Joaquin Niemann's playoff win at LIV Korea, Céline Boutier's stunning Sunday charge on the LPGA, Kota Kaneko's breakthrough on the DP World Tour, and Doc Redman's Korn Ferry victory in Knoxville. Five tours. Five lessons. All of it pointing back to the same truth — the work you do on the mundane is what makes the magic possible. That's how you Own Your SSWING.Shop the new G'day Golfers hat

Geoffrey Shugen Arnold, Roshi – 5/31/26 – Mundane truth, enlightened truth, from the beginning are all together one. But there are snags that grab us, some of them repeatedly. Hongzhi describes our original mind this way: “from the beginning it is fundamentally all together complete, undefiled, clear down to the bottom.” In this Dharma Encounter with the sangha, Shugen Roshi asks: how do each of us use our difficulty, troubles, heartache and anger to relieve our suffering? How do we heal? The sangha shares the many ways we turn, rather than heaping on destruction, and practice reality with a heart of wisdom and compassion.

The work that builds empires is usually boring. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down why consistency, repetition, and mundane daily tasks are the real foundation of long-term success. Let's be real… Most people want the breakthrough. The viral moment. The big launch. The public win. But they do not want the boring work that makes those moments possible. In this episode, you'll learn: Why greatness is built in the shadows, not the spotlight How repetitive daily actions create long-term wealth Why skipping the basics destroys your foundation How consistency compounds into undeniable results over time The truth is simple: The boring tasks are not optional. They are the load-bearing walls of your business. The follow-ups. The tracking. The calls. The audits. The systems. The daily reps nobody sees. That is where the empire is built. Most people quit because they get bored. High-level operators keep showing up. They master the mundane. They trust the process. They let time do the heavy lifting. Because when you execute the basics long enough… The results eventually become impossible to ignore. Stop chasing the flash. Do the reps. Stack the wins. And let consistency build the legacy. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024 Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQ LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you: www.CashSwipe.com FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we explore the powerful lessons from Jericho to understand the vital difference between complaining and silent obedience. God often asks us to walk through the mundane and the ordinary before we can see Him do something extraordinary. Bucky and Mary break down what it means to carry on without complaint and how to navigate instructions from God. They discuss practical advice for making major life choices, including how to spot spiritual red flags in dating. Whether you're seeking God's presence at the family dinner table & trying to steward your remaining years well, this conversation will encourage you to stay faithful in your daily routine.

Welcome back to the Messy Success Podcast! This week Elizabeth is sitting down with Reiki master, bestselling author, and all-around magical human Molly Donlan to talk about her book Mundane Magic, a lazy witch's guide to hacking your brain, building a daily practice, and actually getting stuff done. If you have ever stared down a pile of laundry or a sink full of dishes and felt your soul leave your body, this episode is for you. Molly came into the energy and Reiki world as a full blown skeptic, burned out from nearly a decade of advocacy work for survivors of sexual violence. What started as her own healing journey became a thriving online business, a community with an 88 percent course completion rate, and now a book that is making people cry in the best possible way because they finally feel seen. In this conversation Elizabeth and Molly talk about what it really looks like to build a business by following your gut instead of a formula, why consent based marketing actually converts better than pressure tactics, and how turning your most dreaded household tasks into intentional daily rituals can unlock creativity, focus, and a whole lot more peace. Molly also shares the free download she has available and where to find the book.

Sam Davis on Making Oscar-Nominated Short ‘The Singers' Without a Script, Casting Viral Buskers, and Shooting on Film On Get Reelisms podcast episode 187, filmmakers Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen interview Los Angeles–based filmmaker Sam Davis, who is campaigning his live-action short The Singers, nominated for an Academy Award and streaming on Netflix. Davis traces the project back 3–3.5 years to reading a George Saunders breakdown of a Russian short story, then adapting it into a modern bar-set film starring first-time actors found on social media, which took about 18 months to cast due to scam concerns and trust-building. He describes a documentary-influenced, unscripted approach with long improvised takes, constant sound recording, layered audio, and shooting on 35mm film for intentionality, while noting the costs of film and travel. The four-day shoot faced setbacks, including a lead dropping out two days prior. Davis discusses song selection, costume strategy, collaborating with a small crew, balancing documentary and narrative work, and developing future projects, including a long-term feature documentary.   About Christine W Chen: Christine W. Chen is a Taiwanese American filmmaker, Academy member (Short Films Branch), and versatile producer, director, and writer known for bold, character-driven storytelling. Through her production company, Moth to Flame, she has created award-winning short films, features, and branded content—including Erzulie, a feminist swamp thriller that had a limited theatrical run and now streams on major platforms. In addition to her directorial work, Christine is a seasoned DGA 1st Assistant Director and co-author of Get Reelisms and ABCs of Filmmaking, as well as the co-host of the Get Reelisms Podcast. For more information about Christine Chen: christinewchen.com About Adam Rani: Adam Chase Rani is a production designer and set dresser working in the Austin film market, bringing a sharp eye for visual storytelling and practical creativity to every project. During the pandemic, he co-founded the Get Reelisms Podcast with Christine Chen to foster community within the film industry. Together, they've built a platform that blends education, candid conversations, and industry insights to help filmmakers connect, learn, and grow. Guest:  Sam Davis is an Oscar newly winning director, cinematographer, and producer known for his work on The Singers (2025), Period. End of Sentence. (2018), and Nai Nai & Wài Pó (2023). A USC School of Cinematic Arts graduate, he specializes in documentary-style narrative filmmaking, often blending digital-age casting with traditional storytelling to explore themes of community and humanity.   WEBISODE version of the Podcast 00:00 Trusting Real People 00:36 Podcast Intro 01:01 Meet Sam Davis 02:04 Origin of The Singers 02:50 Casting and Scam Fears 04:14 Campaigning Burnout 06:08 Doc Style No Script 08:56 Why Shoot on Film 10:47 Four Day Shoot Chaos 12:29 Last Minute Recast 13:56 Oscar Nomination Impact 15:33 Recording Songs Live 17:09 Mundane to Magic 19:25 Choosing and Licensing Songs 21:53 Costumes and Cohesion 24:05 Funding and Budget Realities 25:55 Small Crew Big Effort 26:28 Next Projects Pipeline 28:08 Doc vs Narrative Balance 29:33 Protecting the Moment 30:25 Directing While Shooting 32:01 Editing as Writing 34:32 Risks After Success 36:04 Building the Crew Network 36:54 Chefs Table Tangent 41:55 South by Stories 43:45 Wrap Up and Thanks   Official Get Reelisms PageGet Reelisms Amazon StoreInstagram

In this week's Libertarian Angle, Jacob and Richard analyze the state of American politics today in the context of America's many woes. Please subscribe to our email newsletter FFF Daily here.

Backstage. Heart hammering. Sweat beading. Every mental tool in the toolkit, breathing, self-talk, all of it, failed Dr Michael Gervais in real time.Michael is one of the world's leading performance psychologists and was moments away from presenting to the international body of sports psychologists. The researcher whose theory he was challenging was sitting in the front row. And he was falling apart.What pulled him back had nothing to do with technique. It was accidental. Mundane, even. And it became the foundation of a 27-year daily practice that he still runs today.Presence is not a personality trait. It is not something you either have or you don't. It is a trainable skill, and most of us have never once trained it deliberately.This conversation will change how you think about pressure, performance, and what it actually means to show up when the moment counts.You can find Dr Michael at his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichaelgervais/Listen to the Finding Mastery Podcast: https://findingmastery.com/You can find JC at his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-clarke-1152a065/?originalSubdomain=au Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

In this episode, we're talking about something that sounds simple, but honestly—most people don't know how to live it out: everyday faith.It's easy to have faith when you're in church, when the music is playing, or when you're in a moment that feels spiritual. But what about the ordinary moments? The routines, the responsibilities, the conversations, the quiet places no one sees—does your faith show up there?Because real faith isn't just something you turn on during a service. It's how you think, how you respond, how you trust God when nothing feels significant at all.We're getting practical in this episode. What does it actually look like to use your faith in your daily life? How do you stay aware of God in the middle of a busy schedule? And how do you stop separating your “spiritual life” from your real life?If you've ever felt like your faith is strong in certain moments but distant in others, this conversation is for you.Your everyday life is not separate from your faith—it's where your faith is meant to live.Purchase my new 60 Day Prosper Devotional: https://joiemiller.co/prosperproductGet more encouraging videos every week by subscribing: https://www.youtube.com/@joiemiller436About Joie MillerJoie Miller lives in the Pittsburgh area with her husband, Nathan, and their five children. Joie is the author of Masterpiece, a 6-week Bible study, and 30 Days of Bold, a devotional. Learn more about Joie Miller: https://joiemiller.co/Connect with Joie MillerWebsite: https://joiemiller.co/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joiemiller/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joie.miller.71TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jlmiller1234LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joie-miller-239587359/Join us each week for honest conversations that will strengthen your faith and empower you to step confidently into your purpose.

Matthew 10:29-31God not only moves in unusual ways, He also moves on uneventful days. He's just as involved in the mundane events as He is in the miraculous. His hand is in it all.

Earnings strength is a surprise "not only to me, but to markets," says Ted Weisberg. He outlines what he calls a "terrific" earnings season and the crossroads the market now faces with a growing importance on geopolitical impacts. Ted notes the airline stocks as a long-term trade and why he's perplexed by stark outperformers like Intel (INTC). He tells investors to look for "mundane," value-oriented stocks to serve as a counterbalance to tech. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

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On this episode we are continuing our mind-blowing adventure with Vera Stanley Alder's “From the Mundane to the Magnificent”. Today, friends, we discover the inner workings of nature itself with a gander at the logistics of Fairyland before a view of human beings in various mental and emotional states as we gain greater insight into the “insane”. For our Plus+ extension we begin Colin Wilson's The Occult, exploring his argument that the real mystery isn't ghosts or magic, it's human consciousness itself. From primitive shamans to the bombastic Crowley types, we go over the idea that people have always brushed up against deeper layers of awareness, but just never quite learned how to control them. At its base, Wilson tries to argue that this is less about the supernatural and more about whether we're living at a fraction of our actual potential.   From the Mundane to the Magnificent The Occult: The Ultimate Guide for Those Who Would Walk with the Gods LinksPlus+ ExtensionThe extension of the show is EXCLUSIVE to Plus+ Members. To join. click HERE.Links Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's really the mundane moments that make up the majority of our lives. That's why it's so important to savor those moments - to slow down and enjoy them as much as we can. For today's self-care practice, you are going to take a regular moment in your life and turn it into something special. Rachel will share some examples, from your morning coffee, to lunch in the afternoon, or that walk you take in the evening. Tune in to begin. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

My friend, Lauren Groves, is on the podcast today and she's not only an intentional wife and mother, but she's also an author of a beautiful kids book series entitled, "Toddler Theology." I instantly thought about her when thinking about this parenting series because she is truly gifted in helping parents teach simple, yet powerful truths about the gospel in such an easy way through catechisms. In this episode, we talk about how the mundane things in motherhood and discipleship matter and how to take the pressure off of "saving" your children, and instead, do what we can and let God do the rest (or rather, the MOST). ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Truth Talks with Tara on YouTube here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! CONNECT WITH TARA ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/truthtalkswithtara⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tarasunministries.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONTACT: podcast@tarasunministries.com SPEAKING INQUIRIES: contact@tarasunministries.com ADVERTISE ON THE SHOW: To inquire about host-read ads or to become the show's next sponsor, please send an email to podcast@tarasunministries.com. DISCLAIMERS: This podcast may contain affiliate links, sponsorships, or products I've received for free. Please know that I always try to operate in integrity and only share products I know you'll love (and I genuinely love). If you decide to purchase through my links, thank you so much for your support! The perspectives shared in each episode belong solely to the individual contributors and don't necessarily represent the views of the podcast host, production team, or the owner of this intellectual property. This podcast is not intended to provide legal advice, and we encourage listeners to consult qualified professionals regarding their brand, business, or other matters. This disclosure is made in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines under 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric and Glenn start the episode with a listener email and then play a numbers themed game of Regional Quirkisms.  For the topic of this episode, the guys discuss a 2025 paper from Simon Cole and Justin Sola titled "First impressions matter: Mundane obstacles to a forensic device for probabilistic reporting in fingerprint analysis".  The article discusses practical and realistic obstacles and hurdles to developing a validated, accepted, and commercially-available statistical model for fingerprint evidence.  The article takes the novel view that most sources cite either "practitioner disinterest" (or worse: practitioner rejection) or lack of push and influence from the Courts, Daubert challenges, or Authoritative bodies.  However, once you remove those two obstacles and assume examiner 'buy-in' and Courts pushing for empirical data over subjective examiner expertise, what 'mundane' obstacles exist that most people don't realize or think about?  The article discusses a number of surprising, non-trivial obstacles that have a huge influence on the state of statistical model development in the field today. Article: Cole, S.A.; Sola, J.L.  First impressions matter: Mundane obstacles to a forensic device for probabilistic reporting in fingerprint analysis.  Social Studies of Science (2025), 55(5): 683-710. https://doi.org/10.1177/03063127251333074

This week we're continuing down the Sheldrake path with The Physics of Angels by Matthew Fox and Rupert Sheldrake, where a theologian and a scientist try to make sense of angels in a modern context. Pulling from figures like Aquinas and Hildegard, we explore whether these “beings” might actually point to forms of intelligence or organization we still don't fully understand. Whether you buy it or not, it's a solid look at how our view of reality might be a lot more limited than we think. Welcome to this banger Plus+ Extension! The long awaited uber saga that is From the Mundane to the Magnificent is at hand! This remarkably fun story is very much an epic tale loaded with insights that will take your mind off of the nonsense found littered about this so called “reality”. Part one offers us instructions for leaving the restrictive body for astral exploration, a new look at the Earth and solar system only to bring it all home by shrinking to the size of an atom, and stopping to have a chin wag with a cell offering their interpretation of life from their perspective. Thank you for being on Plus+ with us! Sit back and enjoy a fresh perspective that could change everything about your Youniverse and unlock hidden potential within yourcelf.  The Physics of Angels: Exploring the Realm Where Science and Spirit Meet   From the Mundane to the Magnificent - Vera Stanley Alder LinksPlus+ ExtensionThe extension of the show is EXCLUSIVE to Plus+ Members. To join. click HERE.Links Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

King Shlomo teaches us in the Book of Mishleh (3:6), "Be'chol Derachecha Da'ehu" – "Know Him in all your ways." The Rambam explains this to mean that we are to serve Hashem even in our ordinary "ways," while tending to our physical and material needs, and conducting our day-to-day affairs. Religion is not reserved for the realm of the sacred; it is not observed only when we pray, learn Torah, and perform Misvot. Even when are involved in ordinary, mundane activities, we are to serve G-d by engaging in these activities for the sake of Abodat Hashem (the service of G-d). We are to care for our bodies, and work to earn a living, not as ends unto themselves, but rather for the purpose of enabling us to serve Hashem. If we eat to maintain our health and strength so that we can learn Torah and observe Misvot, then we in essence turn our calories into Misva calories; we transform the mundane act of eating into a sacred act. This is true also of sleeping, exercising, earning a living, and even reasonable amounts of recreation. If we engage in these activities with the intention of maintaining our physical and emotional wellbeing so that we can serve Hashem, then we infuse these activities with holiness, and they become part of our Abodat Hashem. The converse, however, is also true. If we fail to use our free time for Torah learning and other sacred endeavors, then this shows that our mundane affairs are not conducted for the sake of Hashem. If a person does not spend meaningful amounts of time learning Torah during the workweek, this might be justified if he truly has no free time for learning due to the pressures of his profession or business – but only if he uses the free time that he does have for Torah learning. If a person does not spend time on Sunday or on his other free days learning Torah, then this undermines his excuse for not learning Torah during the week. Some have explained in this vein the Mishna's teaching in Pirkeh Abot (4:10), "Im Bitalta Min Ha'Torah, Yesh Lecha Betelim Harbeh Ke'negdecha" (literally, "If you neglected Torah, there are many 'neglects' equal to yours"). This could mean that if a person wasted time that he could have used for Torah study, then he is held accountable also for "Betelim Harbeh Ke'negdecha" – lots of other wasted time. The times which he could have legitimately claimed to be unavailable for Torah learning could no longer be excused, since he does not properly use the time that he does have available for Torah learning. It is only when we utilize our free time for Torah learning that our mundane affairs can be considered part of our Abodat Hashem, as they are conducted for the sake of our service of G-d. Rav Shmuel Pinhasi (contemporary) found an allusion to this concept in a verse in Tehillim (75:3): "Ki Ekah Mo'ed Ani Mesharim Eshpot" (literally, "When I take a festival, I judge justly"). On Hol Ha'mo'ed, when a person takes time off from work, the way he spends his time reveals his priorities. If he fails to use the time for Torah learning, then he will be judged for all the time that he did not learn with the excuse that he was busy working. Working for a living is considered sacred if a person properly utilizes the time when he does not need to work, thereby showing that he works for the sake of serving Hashem, to enable him to learn Torah. But if a person fails to learn Torah when he does not need to work, then the time he spent working can no longer be regarded as sacred, as he demonstrates that this is not his objective.

In this episode, I sit down with Gaston Shutters, a street photographer known for his cinematic black and white images that capture raw, human moments in urban life.We talk about what he's really looking for when he shoots, how he developed a consistent visual language, and why emotion matters more than perfection. We also explore his transition from creator to founder, and the story behind Owlkrown, a brand built from his own needs as a photographer.This is a conversation about seeing differently, building with intention, and turning a point of view into something tangible.⸻Follow Gaston ShuttersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gastonshutters/ Discover OwlkrownWebsite: https://www.owlkrown.com/ ⸻Support & Links:Subscribe and leave a rating on your favorite podcast app: it helps more creators discover the show.Prefer video? Join a growing community of more 10,600 visual storytellers on YouTube:⁠youtube.com/fredranger ⁠Explore my latest photography zine:⁠fredranger.com/store⁠⁠Get 10% off when using code FRED10 on Audiio: ⁠⁠Audiio for Creators⁠Get 10% off a high quality Oberwerth bag with code FREDRANGER10Support the podcast (ad-free):⁠buymeacoffee.com/fredranger⁠Connect with me:Email: visualstorytelling@fredranger.comInstagram / Threads / YouTube: @fredrangerWebsite: ⁠thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com⁠

In this playful conversation, Serena speaks with photographer, podcaster, mentor, and author James Walters, creator of A Joyful Rebellion and Meditations of the Mundane.James shares how creativity became his language for connection, how journaling sparked a life pivot at midlife, and why following the “script” others hand us often leads to quietly unfulfilled lives.Introversion as a “world within a world”James describes introversion not as shyness, but deep perception.About being “the person in the corner who's watching everything as it unfolds” — and the unexpected superpower that becomes.Seeing the unseen — through a camera and through peopleJames traces his path from photography school into commercial work:“I love to be able to show other people the world in maybe a way they had not seen before.”Photography became a way to:reflect someone's strengths back to thembuild trust without small talkconnect deeply without competing for airspaceHe shares why distraction in front of the camera matters — and why clarity afterward matters even more.Journaling, loops we repeat & becoming the author of your lifeA breakthrough moment came when James reread a year of his morning pages:“I was writing about some of the same goals… the same things… I'm on a hamster wheel.”That realization seeded his podcast — and the idea of reclaiming authorship instead of acting out a script someone else wrote.Introvert / Extrovert energy — when opposites attractLiving with an extroverted partner sharpened James' awareness that you can both be having a good time, but managing your energy differently.He highlights differences in:how connection is formedwhen energy rises or drainswhy small talk feels costly to many introverts.Meditations of the Mundane — giving objects a voiceJames' latest book marries black-and-white photography with imagination:“What if I take an object and I personify it?”From park benches to gum stuck on sidewalks, James flips the script — revealing meaning, story, and whimsy in everyday forgotten places.The hardest part of creating a book (and any big project)James' biggest challenge?“The middle … where I start to lose energy … now I have to be really intentional about creativity.”So relatable for every creative, founder, or quiet achiever.A Joyful Rebellion — the podcastJames' show explores:people who ticked every life box,found success but not fulfillment,and chose to rewrite their story.3 Takeaways for Quiet AchieversYour stillness is a strength — don't apologize for observing first.Creativity is a bridge — share your work and connection follows.When awareness dawns, you can't unsee it — you get to choose differently.Explore James Walters' work + Free Gift!Meditations of the Mundane A Joyful Rebellion podcastFree mini-guide: Plotting Your Joyful Rebellion Invitation to work with Serena The Quiet Warrior CoachIf you're ready to be seen, heard, and promoted without performing extroversion, the trauma-informed S.E.E.N. Coaching Program is your next step. Learn how to lead, communicate, and show up from a place of safety and sustainability.Book your S.E.E.N. diagnostic session at info@serenalow.com.au.This episode was edited by Aura House Productions

Do you think your life is mundane and unimportant to God? Shannon Lenz challenges you to see where God has placed you, open your eyes to His opportunities, and experience the joy of serving faithfully right where you are! 

We're sharing something special that was previously only for the breaker community on our Substack page: a chat Jonathan and I did with our special Substack community about what happens when we stop defining ourselves by what we do and start looking at who we actually are.  We explore the profound connection between our unique souls, our internal states, and our physical health. Building on our recent conversation with Simon Sinek (world-renowned author of Start with Why and The Infinite Game), we discuss how to find your purpose by reconnecting to your “soul traits”—those inherent qualities you've carried since childhood. Mayim breaks down the neurophysiology of optimism, explaining how the state of our nervous system acts as the ultimate gatekeeper for our capacity to heal. In a world that often feels increasingly cynical and designed to polarize, maintaining a state of openness is a biological necessity. Jonathan explores how to find our unique purpose, highlighting how we often box ourselves into perceived limits that leave us feeling constrained and disconnected from our potential. To get more on rewriting these narratives, check out the recent Live with Mayim on Jonathan's Practical Spirituality page. Drawing on the wisdom of Michael Singer (The Untethered Soul), we also discuss the importance of “not fighting the universe”—dropping the internal resistance to what is happening so we can trigger biological responses that facilitate healing, even on a global scale. “Optimism is believing that even in a dark tunnel, there's light at the end.” It is about holding space for the belief that peace and reconciliation are possible, regardless of current suffering. This Live also covers: - The “Junk Room” Metaphor: How to identify the mental clutter and limiting stories that keep you feeling disconnected from your true potential. - Biology vs. Belief: How to clear the “energetic residue” of stress to allow your body to move from survival mode into recovery. - Finding Beauty in the Mundane: The power in finding the awe and wonder hidden in your daily routine. Follow us on Substack for Exclusive Bonus Content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're sharing something special that was previously only for the breaker community on our Substack page: a chat Jonathan and I did with our special Substack community about what happens when we stop defining ourselves by what we do and start looking at who we actually are.  We explore the profound connection between our unique souls, our internal states, and our physical health. Building on our recent conversation with Simon Sinek (world-renowned author of Start with Why and The Infinite Game), we discuss how to find your purpose by reconnecting to your “soul traits”—those inherent qualities you've carried since childhood. Mayim breaks down the neurophysiology of optimism, explaining how the state of our nervous system acts as the ultimate gatekeeper for our capacity to heal. In a world that often feels increasingly cynical and designed to polarize, maintaining a state of openness is a biological necessity. Jonathan explores how to find our unique purpose, highlighting how we often box ourselves into perceived limits that leave us feeling constrained and disconnected from our potential. To get more on rewriting these narratives, check out the recent Live with Mayim on Jonathan's Practical Spirituality page. Drawing on the wisdom of Michael Singer (The Untethered Soul), we also discuss the importance of “not fighting the universe”—dropping the internal resistance to what is happening so we can trigger biological responses that facilitate healing, even on a global scale. “Optimism is believing that even in a dark tunnel, there's light at the end.” It is about holding space for the belief that peace and reconciliation are possible, regardless of current suffering. This Live also covers: - The “Junk Room” Metaphor: How to identify the mental clutter and limiting stories that keep you feeling disconnected from your true potential. - Biology vs. Belief: How to clear the “energetic residue” of stress to allow your body to move from survival mode into recovery. - Finding Beauty in the Mundane: The power in finding the awe and wonder hidden in your daily routine. Follow us on Substack for Exclusive Bonus Content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The book of Ruth is a profound story about the hardship of Naomi and her daughter-in-law, the Moabitess Ruth. Ruth and Naomi have suffered through famine and familial death. Both women are widowed and childless, and Naomi is past child bearing age. In other words, they are in serious trouble. Naomi believes that God has turned His back on her so she names herself Bitter. But through the hard work of Naomi and Ruth, and a few “coincidences," their bitter lives are turned around.

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Michael Schoenherr teaches us to glory in rest

Thanks to our partners Promotive, WickedFile, Maverick Shop Owners, and OverdryveWhat does the COO of the most widely adopted shop management software in the industry actually see when she looks at your data? In this episode, Hunt Demarest sits down with Lauren Langston, Chief Operating Officer of Tekmetric, for a candid, numbers-driven conversation about where the auto repair industry stands today — and where it's heading fast.Lauren brings a rare combination of investment banking, venture capital, and operating experience to one of the most trusted names in shop management software. She breaks down the four metrics that separate high-performing shops from the rest, explains why AI is coming to your dashboard in a very deliberate (and actually useful) way, and shares what private equity buyers look for when they're evaluating your business for acquisition.If you run a shop and you're serious about your finances, this one is essential listening.What You'll Learn…(00:08) From startup to 70% market share: how Tekmetric got here(04:52) Investment banking to auto repair: how Lauren landed at Tekmetric(07:01) The trust gap: why auto repair has a customer confidence problem(09:57) The four results behind every Tekmetric product decision(12:23) TUG, adoption data, and support tickets: how Tekmetric listens(18:49) Convenience, insights, and agents: Tekmetric's three-part AI roadmap(21:19) Why cheaper code doesn't mean custom software(26:45) PE, consolidation, and the jump from 20 shops to 50(29:36)150 cars. $550 ARO. The benchmarks — and what top shops do instead(31:19) Why skipping DVIs puts you in the order-taking business(34:27) The 80/20 problem: working on the business vs. in it(36:43)The MSO Suite: the bird's-eye view for multi-location owners(39:19) Tectonic: Tekmetric's first conference — built for techs and advisors tooIf you're ready to stop flying blind on your KPIs, understand what your data is actually telling you, and see exactly where AI is taking shop management software — this episode is essential listening.Resources MentionedTekmetric — tekmetric.comTectonic Conference (April 2025) — Visit Tekmetric's website for registration detailsTekmetric User Group (TUG) — Search "Tekmetric User Group" on FacebookThanks to our partner, PromotivePromotive has over 40 years of recruiting and automotive experience. If you need qualified technicians and service advisors and want to offload the heavy lifting, visit https://gopromotive.com/Thanks to our partner, WickedFileTurn chaos into clarity with WickedFile, the AI for auto repair shops. Transform invoices into insights, protect cash flow, and stop losing parts, cores, or credits to maximize your bottom line. visit https://info.wickedfile.com/Thanks to our partner, Maverick Shop OwnersYou're working on growing a more profitable shop - that's critical. That's exactly what the 24-video Blueprint course by Maverick Shop Owners addresses - customers, sales, profit, people, systems, and freedom. Get free access for our listeners only at https://maverickshopowners.com/blueprintThanks to our partner, OverdryveOverdryve is your AI-powered marketing operating system. It predicts slow weeks before they happen, automatically launches revenue-driving campaigns, tracks ROI down to the dollar, and optimizes performance in real time. Visit https://overdryvemarketing.com/Paar Melis and Associates – Accountants Specializing in Automotive RepairVisit us Online: www.paarmelis.comEmail Hunt: podcast@paarmelis.comText Paar Melis @ 301-307-5413Download a Copy of My Books Here:Beyond the Bays: A Financial Playbook for Auto Repair Shop OwnersWrenches to Write-OffsYour Perfect Shop The Automotive Repair Podcast Network: https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open DiscussionDiagnosing the Aftermarket A to Z with Matt Fanslow: From Diagnostics to Metallica and Mental Health, Matt Fanslow is Lifting the Hood on Life.The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching.Speak Up! Effective Communication with Craig O'Neill: Develop Interpersonal and Professional Communication Skills when Speaking to Audiences of Any Size.Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest.The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level.

– I am certain we had more fun.There was nothing like the feel of the wind slapping hair in our faces as we leaned out the window and yelled fervent taunts at the opposing cars.Vicki Easterly is a retired disability advocate living in Frankfort, Kentucky. Several of her stories have appeared in prior PSPP anthologies. Her book, Miracles in the Mundane, was selected for the annual Kentucky Book Festival. She was a finalist in the Poetry Unites Kentucky competition. Her nonfiction memoir was a winner in the 2025 Kentucky Monthly writing contest. She continues to write memoir, poetry, and children's stories. She enjoys playing with her granddaughters, baking, and acting.

https://teachhoops.com/ In this high-impact episode of Coach Unplugged, we sit down with 2x NCAA National Champion Jay Wright to discuss the "Identity Crisis" currently facing youth basketball. While most coaches are busy chasing the latest offensive trend or drawing up complex "Horns" sets, Coach Wright argues that we are losing the battle in the one area that actually determines success: The Human Connection. If your coaching starts with a playbook rather than a relationship, you've already lost the locker room. This interview is a deep dive into why mentoring and trust are the ultimate competitive advantages in an increasingly transactional sport. Coach Wright and Bill Flitter pull no punches regarding the State of Youth Basketball, specifically the rise of "Me-First" culture driven by social media highlight reels and early NIL pressure. They discuss the vital importance of "Standard over Scheme." At Villanova, the secret wasn't the plays; it was the "Attitude" standard that held every player—from the All-American to the walk-on—accountable to the same level of effort and "Next Play" resilience. Whether you are coaching 4th graders or high school seniors, the challenge remains: How do you build a "Team-First" environment when the rest of the world is telling your players to focus on their personal brand? Finally, we get back to the "Boring Brilliance" of the game. Coach Wright emphasizes that Mastering the Mundane—the footwork, the catching, the "high-hand" closeouts—is what separates champions from contenders. We explore how to handle adversity not as a crisis, but as a necessary "Growth Requirement." If you want to transform your program from a group of individuals into a cohesive unit that can withstand the pressure of a championship run, you have to stop coaching the "ball" and start coaching the "person."

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https://teachhoops.com/ In this high-impact episode of Coach Unplugged, we sit down with 2x NCAA National Champion Jay Wright to discuss the "Identity Crisis" currently facing youth basketball. While most coaches are busy chasing the latest offensive trend or drawing up complex "Horns" sets, Coach Wright argues that we are losing the battle in the one area that actually determines success: The Human Connection. If your coaching starts with a playbook rather than a relationship, you've already lost the locker room. This interview is a deep dive into why mentoring and trust are the ultimate competitive advantages in an increasingly transactional sport. Coach Wright and Bill Flitter pull no punches regarding the State of Youth Basketball, specifically the rise of "Me-First" culture driven by social media highlight reels and early NIL pressure. They discuss the vital importance of "Standard over Scheme." At Villanova, the secret wasn't the plays; it was the "Attitude" standard that held every player—from the All-American to the walk-on—accountable to the same level of effort and "Next Play" resilience. Whether you are coaching 4th graders or high school seniors, the challenge remains: How do you build a "Team-First" environment when the rest of the world is telling your players to focus on their personal brand? Finally, we get back to the "Boring Brilliance" of the game. Coach Wright emphasizes that Mastering the Mundane—the footwork, the catching, the "high-hand" closeouts—is what separates champions from contenders. We explore how to handle adversity not as a crisis, but as a necessary "Growth Requirement." If you want to transform your program from a group of individuals into a cohesive unit that can withstand the pressure of a championship run, you have to stop coaching the "ball" and start coaching the "person."

https://teachhoops.com/ In this high-impact episode of Coach Unplugged, we sit down with 2x NCAA National Champion Jay Wright to discuss the "Identity Crisis" currently facing youth basketball. While most coaches are busy chasing the latest offensive trend or drawing up complex "Horns" sets, Coach Wright argues that we are losing the battle in the one area that actually determines success: The Human Connection. If your coaching starts with a playbook rather than a relationship, you've already lost the locker room. This interview is a deep dive into why mentoring and trust are the ultimate competitive advantages in an increasingly transactional sport. Coach Wright and Bill Flitter pull no punches regarding the State of Youth Basketball, specifically the rise of "Me-First" culture driven by social media highlight reels and early NIL pressure. They discuss the vital importance of "Standard over Scheme." At Villanova, the secret wasn't the plays; it was the "Attitude" standard that held every player—from the All-American to the walk-on—accountable to the same level of effort and "Next Play" resilience. Whether you are coaching 4th graders or high school seniors, the challenge remains: How do you build a "Team-First" environment when the rest of the world is telling your players to focus on their personal brand? Finally, we get back to the "Boring Brilliance" of the game. Coach Wright emphasizes that Mastering the Mundane—the footwork, the catching, the "high-hand" closeouts—is what separates champions from contenders. We explore how to handle adversity not as a crisis, but as a necessary "Growth Requirement." If you want to transform your program from a group of individuals into a cohesive unit that can withstand the pressure of a championship run, you have to stop coaching the "ball" and start coaching the "person."

The dialogue ignites with the definition of the Madpo3t. Victor asks the first question, triggering a clinical breakdown of the the motivation behind the name . This isn't a "Mundane" interview; it is a Recognition between two peers. We move into the surgical investigation of the marginalised Original. Is there a subset of creatives who, by the very nature of their Originality, are pushed to the periphery? We explore those who 'Go against the grain' and refuse to fit the Status Quo, resulting in a direct or indirect silencing by the industry.

Welcome to the Daily Disciple Podcast. As daily disciples, we seek to adore and follow Jesus, our teacher, into the abundant life that he offers. Because we find Jesus irresistible, fascinating, and incredibly practical, we want to be students of his scripture. Today's episode is found in John 13 "That Mundane Task."

Elvis' favorite snack?Chairman of the Dull Men's Club, or Meticulous Master of the Mundane?Melania: Manipulated, or masterful?Return to Jaquie's house for . . . something extra?

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Full show - FrYiday | Mundane celebrity encounters | News or Nope - Chick-fil-A, Cristo Fernández, and the fast food feud continues | Feel Good Friday | Grannies gone gaga | Are all men like this? | Thinking about our exes | Does Slacker have to do everything for his kids? | Erica found a new job for T. Hack... | Trash. Hack | Stupid stories

Erica once talked to Harry Styles on the phone!!!! ....and he thought her name was Amy. What's your mundane celebrity encounter?

Notes and Links to Adolfo Guzman Lopez's Work   Adolfo Guzman-Lopez has been a reporter at LAist 89.3, the Los Angeles NPR affiliate since 2000. He reported and hosted Imperfect Paradise: The Forgotten Revolutionary, a true crime podcast looking into the death in 1994 of Chicano college activist Oscar Gomez. He has reported on L.A. politics, education, art, museums and other topics. His stories have also aired and published nationally on NPR, The Washington Post, and other media. His awards include the LA Press Club's “Radio Journalist of the Year.” He was born in Mexico City, grew up in Tijuana and San Diego, and lives in Long Beach. Buy California Southern: writing from the road, 1992-2025   Listen to Adolfo's “The Forgotten Revolutionary” Podcast Series   KPCC/LAist Article about Adolfo's Visit to Pete's Classroom, 2012   KPCC/Laist OnRamp Article about Adolfo being referenced on The Simpsons At about 2:20, Pete and Adolfo talk about the wonderful experience Adolfo provided for Pete's students during a 2012 class visit At about 5:15, Adolfo recounts great stories and lessons learned (especially “collective voice”) from time with The Taco Shop Poets At about 9:00, Adolfo gives background on growing up in San Diego and Tijuana, "bicultural and bilingual” At about 11:30, Pete and Adolfo reflect on the book as “a road trip book” At about 13:30, Adolfo discusses what he recently learned about earlier family immigrants to the US At about 15:40, the two discuss of National City and San Diego in discussing the wonderful “binaries” that Mike Sonksen compliments in blurbs for the book At about 20:50, Adolfo describes the “sadness” in the writing of Jack Kerouac and connections to ideas of “home” for himself and Kerouac At about 23:10, Pete and Adolfo shout out Tim Hernández and his great work with Mañana Means Heaven At about 24:00, “The Spine of Califas,” the book's first poem, is discussed, and Adolfo discusses the “personification” of the border At about 27:50, Pete highlights the POV and “myriad stories” in a poem about  At about 28:40, Adolfo responds to Pete's questions about poems that focus on the border crossing and questions from immigration authorities  At about 29:40, Adolfo explains a dynamic phrase he uses-”milquetoast bilingualism" and how he played with language, especially with regards to “proper” Spanish and English At about 34:55, Adolfo reads some of his work, meditating on ideas of possessions, tangible and not At about 38:00, The two discuss “SanDiegotijuana” and its “negative definitions” and Adolfo reflects on the “set of feelings” that differ depending on where he is At about 41:00, Adolfo reflects on his “footprints still [being] wet” in San Diego and its implications  At about 43:40, Pete compliments Adolfo's work in tracing the histories, military and not, of San Diego and LA At about 47:00, Adolfo responds to Pete's asking about his poem(s) about Pacific Beach Junior High School  At about 48:55, Adolfo expands on his word play, especially using various permutations of “Sal” and talks about adopting Jewish religious practices and writing about a meaningful story from the Torah At about 53:25, Adolfo responds to Pete's questions about “The Words I've Lost” and ideas of remembered and forgotten language At about 55:45, The two discuss gentrification as a topic in the poetry collections, particularly in San Diego At about 1:00:25, Adolfo recounts the story behind his poem on the opening of the National City Library  At about 1:03:40, ideas of “passing the baton” and transitions between immigrant communities and migrant communities are discussed  At about 1:06:20, Adolfo reads the poem “Prudence” At about 1:07:45, Adolfo talks about writing in response/in honor of Ginsberg and Chicano/a history  At about 1:10:35, Adolfo talks about the Chicano Student Movement, which he covered for his podcast, “The Forgotten Revolutionary” At about 1:11:50, Adolfo talks about continuing various movements, and how he has written a “sequel(s) for “The Movement” poem At about 1:14:00, Adolfo responds to Pete's questions about the term Chicano and its changing meanings At about 1:18:00, Adolfo reflects At about 1:20:30, Adolfo reflects on continuing activism and misogyny within activist circles  At about 1:24:10, Adolfo expands on writing and a changed viewpoint on life after a horrible injury caused by police at a protest At about 1:26:40, Pete shouts out “Those Winter Sundays” in highlighting Adolfo's strong ending with a question At about 1:27:40, Adolfo expands on a poem that highlights the building of the LA Philharmonic  At about 1:31: 30, Pete highlights a favorite poem in the collection, “Trucks” and shares a little Italian bone to pick with Adolfo At about 1:35:15, Pete compares Adolfo's “Trucks” and love for home to Hemingway's “Old Man at the Bridge” At about 1:37:30, Shifra Goldman and her mentorship and activism are referenced, as well as the “Tercera Caida”   At about 1:39:00, Adolfo reflects on dreams and their impact on writing and learning  At about 1:41:10, Adolfo reflects on how he was cognizant of tone at the end of the collection, and he reads “The Treaty” At about 1:43:00, Adolfo shares how he ended “The Treaty” with a reference to the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo      You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow Pete on IG, where he is @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where he is @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both the YouTube Channel and the podcast while you're checking out this episode.       Pete is very excited to have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. His conversation with Jeff Pearlman, a recent guest, is up now at Chicago Review.     Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl      Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting Pete's one-man show, DIY podcast and extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content!    This month's Patreon bonus episode features an exploration of formative and transformative writing for children, as Pete surveys wonderful writers on their own influences.    Pete has added a $1 a month tier for “Well-Wishers” and Cheerleaders of the Show.     This is a passion project, a DIY operation, and Pete would love for your help in promoting what he's convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form.    The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com.     Please tune in for Episode 328 with Tom Junod, ESPN senior writer who has written some of the most enduring and widely read longform journalism of the last 30 years.    He joined ESPN in 2016 and has specialized in deeply reported stories on subjects ranging from Muhammad Ali's funeral to Tom Brady's desire to play forever. He has been nominated for an Emmy for his work on “The Hero of Goodall Park,” an E60 program on the ancient secrets that were revealed when a car drove on a baseball field in Maine during a Babe Ruth League game in 2018.     In a 2022 piece, “Untold,” he and ESPN investigative reporter Paula Lavigne spent nearly two years uncovering the horrific crimes of Todd Hodne, a  Penn State football player who in the late 1970's terrorized State College PA, and Long Island, NY, as a serial sexual predator.    Before coming to ESPN, Junod wrote for GQ and Esquire, where he won two National Magazine Awards and was a finalist for the award a record 11 times. For Esquire's 75th Anniversary, the editors of the magazine selected his 9/11 story “The Falling Man' as one of the seven top stories in Esquire's history. In 2019, his story on beloved children's TV host Fred Rogers, “Can You Say…Hero?,” served as the basis for the movie “A Beautiful Day in The Neighborhood,” starring Tom Hanks and Matthew Rhys.    His work has been widely anthologized in collections including The Best American Magazine Writing, the Best American Sports Writing, the Best American Political Writing, the Best American Crime Writing, and the Best American Food Writing.    The episode airs on March 10 or thereabouts, Pub Day for In the Days of My Youth I Was Told What It Means to Be a Man: A Memoir.    Please go to ceasefiretoday.org, and/or https://act.uscpr.org/a/letaidin to call your congresspeople and demand an end to the forced famine and destruction of Gaza and the Gazan people.