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    The Doctor's Kitchen Podcast
    #336 Whether Antidepressants Actually Work and the Myth of Serotonin Imbalance | Professor Joanna Moncrieff

    The Doctor's Kitchen Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 90:15


    Today we're having an uncomfortable but very necessary conversation about antidepressants and the theory that these drugs work for those with depression by correcting imbalanced chemicals in their brain.Our guest to discuss this topic is Joanna Moncrieff, a Professor of Psychiatry at University College London, and works as a consultant psychiatrist in the NHS. She is author of numerous scientific papers including a major review that showed there was little evidence to support the idea that depression is caused by a serotonin abnormality. Her most recent book "Chemically Imbalanced: the making and unmaking of the serotonin myth” is what we're going to be discussing today.This was a complete eye opener for me. For years I believed in the pharmaceutical washed message that antidepressants worked because of a genuine brain chemical imbalance that we corrected with medications. This is not proven.Today we'll discuss over-use and misrepresentation of psychiatric drugs in the public sphere, the changing philosophy of mental health and how we got to a point where over 8 million people in the UK use antidepressants.We discuss what serotonin is, how we measure it in the body, why the imbalance theory is inconclusive, whether antidepressants have good evidence that they work and their many side effects.I want to make it clear that this episode is not meant to shame or belittle anyone on medications for mental health, but provide accurate information about how we can safely treat these problems and offer informed consent weighing up the pros and cons of medications like antidepressants. The use of these medications has well recognised withdrawal and dependency effects and should not be stopped without strict supervision of your medical practitioner. We've also linked to the Maudsley deprescribing guidelines here in the show notes for practitioners educating themselves on how to do this with their patients.Chemically Imbalanced BookWebsite: https://joannamoncrieff.com/

    Stop Over-drinking and Start Living
    Ep 371 The Moderation Myth: When Your Brain Won't Let You See the Truth

    Stop Over-drinking and Start Living

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 22:12


    How many times have you tried to “just drink less”… only to end up right back where you started? In this episode, I'm talking about the hard but freeing truth behind repeated failed attempts at moderation — and the thinking patterns that keep high-achieving women stuck in the cycle of overdrinking. If you've ever told yourself: • “I'll only drink on weekends.” • “I'll switch to wine.” • “I just need better rules.” • “This time will be different.” …this episode is for you. We're diving into the disordered thinking that protects alcohol instead of protecting you — including moving goalposts, alcohol amnesia, the “just one more try” loop, and the illusion of control that keeps you negotiating instead of deciding. No shame here, just clarity. You'll learn: • How to recognize when moderation isn't working for you • Why your brain keeps convincing you to try again • The difference between perseverance and avoidance • When it might be time to stop managing your drinking and make a clear decision If you're tired of thinking about alcohol all the time…tired of starting over…tired of proving you “should” be able to control it… This Stop Over-drinking and Start Living Podcast episode is a conversation is for women who are sober curious, cutting back on alcohol, taking a break, or exploring a healthier relationship with drinking and with themselves. If you're ready to explore private coaching or attending a Magic House Retreat in Lisbon to transform your relationship with alcohol at a deeper level, you can book a Clarity Call here: https://www.angelamascenik.com/claritycallAnd check out the last 3 spots in the May Magic House Retreat in Lisbon!https://www.angelamascenik.com/magichousefounderscircle

    Stop Me Project
    Jim Giunta (NCWA Founder) on Building 150+ College Wrestling Programs, Why They're NOT ‘Club Teams,' Women's Wrestling Growth + NCWA Nationa

    Stop Me Project

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 63:49 Transcription Available


    Episode 437 of Airey Bros Radio is now LIVE on all podcast platforms — originally streamed on ABR YouTube on Feb 3, 2026.We're joined by Jim Giunta, Founder / President & Chairman of the National Collegiate Wrestling Association (NCWA) — the governing body that's helped create college wrestling opportunity for thousands of athletes across the U.S., Canada, and beyond.In this conversation, Jim breaks down what the NCWA is (and isn't), why we should call them teams/programs — not “club teams,” and how wrestlers can start a program at their school the right way (hint: it starts with students, not coaches walking into the AD's office).We also get into NCWA Nationals (massive brackets + big-show atmosphere), transition teams (schools moving divisions who compete through the NCWA), the rise of women's collegiate wrestling (folkstyle + freestyle), and Jim's newest project — the National Collegiate Grappling Association (NCGA/NCGAA) with rules designed to reward real takedowns and action.Powered by Black Sheep Endurance Coaching / ☕ Value-for-value: BuyMeACoffee.com/AireyBrosTime-Stamped Show Notes (Episode 437)0:00 ABR mission: spotlighting opportunities beyond the “Power 4”0:40 Show open + intro: Jim Giunta joins (NCWA Founder/President)1:58 Jim's background + NCWA growth overview (teams, athletes, alumni)3:05 Why the NCWA matters: real opportunity for wrestlers who aren't D1 roster locks3:55 Jim's origin story: Pennsylvania to Texas A&M — “we ain't got no wrestling here”5:58 Starting wrestling in Texas: early club roots + building infrastructure6:39 Why Jim founded the NCWA (late 90s) and how it started with 13 teams8:34 Teams/programs vs “club wrestling” — why language matters9:09 The Apprentice School example + athletic-department funded programs10:02 NCWA as a wrestling-only governing body (not distracted by other sports)11:20 NCWA “D1 vs D2” structure + what “emerging programs” means12:24 “Orphan alumni” and rebuilding programs at schools that dropped wrestling14:04 Want wrestling at your school? How to start a program from scratch15:21 Biggest mistake: coaches pitching the AD first (why that door slams fast)16:06 The blueprint: student-led club → recognition → funding → coach → growth18:23 Why NCWA requires non-student coaches (program stability + continuity)19:24 Developing the next generation of coaches through NCWA pathways20:04 Transition teams: how NCWA helps schools moving divisions compete + recruit21:29 Myth-busting: transition teams don't automatically dominate22:10 Examples + how transition teams elevate the overall wrestling ecosystem24:07 Women's wrestling: NCWA's early push + why “a league of their own” matters27:12 Women's folkstyle + freestyle: why both matter and how NCWA supports both28:25 Launching collegiate grappling (NCGA/NCGAA): goals + vision29:34 New rules: no guard-pulling freebies, push-out emphasis, more action31:00 Grappling culture vs wrestling culture + building a more competitive format32:32 NCGA season timing (spring) + future crossover with wrestling athletes33:35 Wrestlers in MMA: Tony Ferguson + more examples of wrestling translating34:33 Marine biology to education to business: how Jim learned to build organizations36:27 NCWA Nationals: 65-man brackets, big-show production, men + women together37:46 Nationals scale: mats, qualifiers, and what it feels like in the arena39:26 Invitation: ABR broadcasting live from NCWA Nationals40:47 2026 Nationals location: Shreveport/Bossier City, Louisiana (details + perks)42:02 Conferences across the country + how qualification works43:36 State representation goals + travel/money realities for newer programs44:46 D1/NAIA programs running second rosters in NCWA + the “walk-on” evolution47:03 The Ohio State example + why the rule changed49:46 “What else should the audience know?” — how to contact Jim + parent insight52:04 Magic-wand vision: alumni support, scholarships, keeping programs alive54:08 Fun finish: coffee habits, routines, reading, travel, guilty pleasures1:02:28 Closing: gratitude + where to follow (ncwa.net + NCWA socials)

    Insights from the Couch - Mental Health at Midlife
    Ep.87: Lead Like a Woman: The Hidden Strength of Soft Skills With Fran Hauser

    Insights from the Couch - Mental Health at Midlife

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 49:46 Transcription Available


    In this episode, we sit down with the brilliant Fran Houser for a conversation that feels especially relevant if you're trying to be successful at work without losing yourself along the way. We talk about ambition, empathy, boundaries, and the exhausting double bind women still face in the workplace—where you're expected to be both warm and bulletproof. Fran brings such grounded wisdom from her decades in corporate leadership, startup investing, and now her portfolio career, and we found ourselves nodding along the entire time.Together, we explore what it really means to lead with kindness and strength, why empathy is not a weakness but a strategic advantage, and how women can rethink networking, ambition, and career pivots in a way that actually fits real life—especially at midlife. This conversation is honest, practical, and deeply validating. You'll walk away feeling both seen and energized to rethink how you show up at work and beyond. Episode Highlights:[0:00] – Welcome to Insights from the Couch and why this conversation matters at midlife [2:10] – Fran's upbringing, immigrant parents, and early lessons about work and responsibility [6:45] – The origin of The Myth of the Nice Girl and redefining leadership for women [10:40] – How empathy creates trust, influence, and better outcomes at work [15:30] – The fine line between kindness, people-pleasing, and setting boundaries [19:50] – A real workplace story that shows how “being nice” can backfire—and how to repair it [26:30] – Ambition, likability, and the double bind women still face [31:00] – Why women still hesitate to speak up and how perfectionism gets in the way [34:00] – Networking at midlife: why it matters and how to do it in a way that fits you [39:00] – Portfolio careers, career pivots, and designing work that supports your life [47:30] – Fran's upcoming book on time, perfectionism, and doing less better Links and Resources:Fran's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franhauser/ Fran's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fran_hauser/  If today's discussion resonated with you or sparked curiosity, please rate, follow, and share "Insights from the Couch" with others. Your support helps us reach more people and continue providing valuable insights. Here's to finding our purposes and living a life full of meaning and joy. Stay tuned for more!Ever stayed quiet to keep the peace and felt yourself disappear? The Cost of Quiet is for anyone who avoids conflict and pays the price. Reclaim your voice, strengthen your relationships, and experience real peace. Order your copy and join the movement: https://www.colettejanefehr.com/new-book

    The Will Cain Podcast
    The Marijuana Myth: Psychosis, Violence, and the Truth with Alex Berenson

    The Will Cain Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 81:42


    Year after year, state after state, the presence of marijuana crept into the everyday lives of Americans. At what point has it crept too far? Alex Berenson, Author of Tell Your Children: The Truth About Marijuana, Mental Illness, and Violence joins Will to discuss marijuana's growing presence in America, sharing some of the most common misconceptions and potential dangers about the drug, how it differs from alcohol, and where public perception and science part ways regarding its health effects.Later, Will and The Crew discuss their own thoughts about marijuana and share their favorite moments from Robert Duvall, who passed away last Sunday at the age of 95.Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠⁠Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), Instagram (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), TikTok (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), and Facebook (⁠⁠⁠@willcainnews⁠⁠⁠)Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@WillCain⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    The Lila Rose Show
    E293: The Reality of 7 Kids: Chaos, Conversion, and the "Body Horror" Myth | Lila Rose Show

    The Lila Rose Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 115:24


    Today I sit down (again!) with Chrissy Horton to discuss motherhood, aging, beauty, and cosmetics. We also dive into the ups and downs of her social media work and the power of sharing authentic testimoniesChrissy's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@chrissyhorton/videosOur first conversation with Chrissy: https://youtu.be/hkhX9sP9RxkNEW: Check out our Merch store! https://shop.lilaroseshow.com/Join our new Patreon community! https://patreon.com/lilaroseshow - We'll have BTS footage, ad-free episodes, and early access to our upcoming guests.A big thanks to our partner, EWTN, the world's leading Catholic network! Discover news, entertainment and more at https://www.ewtn.com/ Check out our Sponsors:-ProLife Providers: Discover doctors who share and respect your values at https://www.prolifeproviders.com/ -Cozy Earth: Better Sleep, Brighter Days - Get the highest quality sleep essentials for 20% OFF at https://cozyearth.com/lila!-Good Ranchers: https://www.goodranchers.com/discount/LILA Purchase your American Meat Delivered subscription today and get a free add-on of beef, chicken, or salmon! Use code LILA for $25 off! -EveryLife: https://www.everylife.com Buy diapers from an amazing pro-life diaper company and use code LILA to get 10% off!00:00:00 - Chrissy's 7th Child!00:07:22 - Is pregnancy oppressive?00:12:28 - Chrissy's contraception and faith journey00:21:54 - Children and Social media00:27:43 - Microneedling, Cosmetics, Vanity00:37:19 - Breastfeeding and Weight Gains00:41:49 - Lila's journey00:57:16 - Body Horror?01:00:52 - Epidurals vs Natural Birth01:24:31 - Fear of birth?01:36:25 - Social Media01:44:27 - Lessons from Weight and Pregnancy

    Wellness Force Radio
    Why the Man in Your Life is Afraid to Open Up to You (Connor Beaton)

    Wellness Force Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 81:31


    Are men taught to be strong at the cost of being whole, and is that inner fracture driving disconnection, addiction, and despair? Josh Trent welcomes Connor Beaton to the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast, episode 801, to break down the myth of modern masculinity, why suppression masquerades as strength, how porn, stress, and emotional avoidance become coping mechanisms, why men need initiation and mentorship to move from numbness to mastery, how shadow work and confrontation build real confidence, and why emotional leadership is the foundation of healthy relationships and fatherhood.

    The Emerald
    Enter The Dragon, Terrifying and Beautiful (Part 1)

    The Emerald

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 119:00


    Dragon lore is everywhere in global mythology — no matter what continent you live on, the land you inhabit holds dragon story, and quite possibly was shaped by dragons, or has sleeping dragons in it. Such dragons have captured human imagination across hundreds of cultures and thousands of years. But the dragon is much more than a category of fantastical beast.  In many traditions the world-dragon, or world-serpent, is creator, land-shaper,  present in the water cycle and in weather systems and in the vast temporal cycles of the cosmos itself. More deeply, the dragon is related to kinetic power — to all that moves in spirals. So the coils of the dragon draw us in to a deep discussion of the fundamental energetic power of a cosmos whose basic movements are serpentine —  coiling and releasing, gathering and dispersing, shedding and regenerating — one sinuous energy that is also multifaceted. This power is paradoxical — it creates and destroys, it births and it devours. Like the world itself, it is beautiful and it is terrifying. So this power is met in vastly different ways — with awe and reverence, and with fear and suspicion. How a culture views dragons says a lot about how they view... the world. For the dragon is the primal power of creation, and to explore dragon story is to explore how human beings have interacted with the world and its powers, its cycles and convolutions, across cultures and generations. Discussions on the world-dragon have deep relevance at a time when socio-historical power patterns are repeating, and forgotten monsters waking, and old power structures crumbling and new ones rising. At stake are questions of how we as human beings treat vast, monstrous, beautiful, paradoxical, primal powers. Featuring interviews with Nyoongar Elder Noel Nannup and Shipibo Professor Eli Sanchez Pakan Meni and original music from Victor Sakshin, Jeunae Elita, Travis Puntarelli, Charlotte Malin Collins and Marya Stark, this episode asks us to stare deep into the eyes of the flashing, feathered, scaled, fractal power at the heart of creation itself. Enter.... THE DRAGON. Support the show

    Real Life Weight Loss
    The Accountability Myth: Why I've Changed My Mind About Accountability

    Real Life Weight Loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 19:40


    “I need someone to hold me accountable.”It's one of the most common things people say when they're struggling to stay consistent. And for a long time, I believed it too.In this episode, I explain why I've changed my mind about accountability. It's often misunderstood and overvalued.This episode is about shifting from being afraid to let others down to learning how to stop letting yourself down — and why your relationship with yourself is the real foundation for consistency.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THIS EPISODE:Why accountability isn't the magic solution most people think it isWhy fear of letting others down doesn't lastThe difference between external and internal accountabilityHow repeatedly “falling short” trains you to expect failure from yourselfWhy repairing your relationship with yourself matters more than you can imagineWhat truly successful clients do differentlyWHO THIS EPISODE IS FOR: >> Anyone who feels like they “just need more accountability” >> People who struggle with consistency and follow-through >> Those who have started and stopped many timesThis is the kind of work I do with my clients. If you want support doing this work instead of trying to figure it out on your own, you can learn more about working together by shooting an email to: support@CoreyLittleCoaching.comWant More Tips From Corey: https://LoseFatList.comWant To Know More About Coaching: support@CoreyLittleCoaching.comRise Nutritional Supplements: https://challenge2rise.com/

    The Freethinking Podcast
    Are You Being Bewitched? Propaganda, Free Will & the War for Your Mind

    The Freethinking Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 51:02


    How can two people watch the same video and reach completely opposite conclusions? Dr. Tim Stratton and Josh Klein explore how propaganda, bias, and libertarian free will shape our interpretation of reality. Is cultural deception the result of manipulation — or are we freely choosing what to believe? In this episode, we unpack the war for the mind and why discernment matters. Scripture warns, "Who has bewitched you?" This episode examines that biblical warning and calls Christians to pursue what is objectively true through the renewing of the mind.

    UNSAFE with Ann Coulter
    The Primate Myth

    UNSAFE with Ann Coulter

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 60:04 Transcription Available


    Jonathan Leaf is a playwright, screenwriter, author and journalist, who's won a slew of awards, has been compared to Saul Bellow for his “literacy and seriousness,” has written a half-dozen books, and also written for The New Yorker, The New York Post, The New York Daily News, The American, National Review, The New Partisan, The New York Press, The Weekly Standard and The New York Sun.His latest book, The Primate Myth, upends the common knowledge that humans are a subspecies of ape. Primatologists Jane Goodall and Frans de Waal were completely wrong. If anything, we are a subspecies of dog. Modern technology proves it, and, by giving us an accurate portrait of human nature, explains our penchant for sports, fashion, war, altruism, financial bubbles, suicide and homosexuality, among many other things.

    Rennthusiast Radio
    Stop Wasting Your Porsche: The Truth About Garage Queens, Lot Rot, and the 100k-Mile Myth

    Rennthusiast Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 51:50


    Porsche Paradox: Is Your Garage Queen Actually Rotting? Think your low-mileage 911 is a "collector's dream"? You might actually be killing it. This week on Rennthusiast Radio, Will and Derek dive deep into the brutal truth about Porsche ownership, from the psychological "mileage buckets" to the high-stakes world of impulse buys and "while-you're-in-there" repair bills.Whether you're daily driving a GT3 or wondering if your air-cooled beauty has "lot rot," we're answering the most controversial questions from the community.In This Episode:The 40k/100k Rule: At what mileage does a Porsche stop being a collectible and start being a "free" driver?The Italian Tune-Up: Why babying your car under 3,000 RPM is actually doing more harm than good.The "While-You're-In-There" Trap: How a simple $10 gasket turns into a $6,000 engine-out service.The Air-Cooled Holy Trinity: The 3 items you must carry in your glove box to avoid being stranded.Mod Sins: The specific modifications that instantly ruin a car's soul (and its resale value).Bucket Seat Brutality: Are carbon buckets worth the "athletic" exit strategy, or are you better off with "sofa" seats?Timestamps:00:00 – Intro: Why we listen to your comments 02:38 – Teaser: Derek's mysterious new water-cooled arrival 03:45 – The Mileage Barrier: Collectible vs. Driver 08:40 – The hidden dangers of "Low Mileage" older Porsches 11:45 – Is 3 weeks without driving "wasting" the car? 14:20 – What is "Lot Rot"? 21:30 – The "While-You're-In-There" maintenance spiral 31:50 – The Air-Cooled Emergency Kit (The Holy Trinity) 38:50 – Modifications that ruin a Porsche instantly 45:00 – Fixed-back buckets: Are they actually a nightmare?Connect with the Rennthusiasts:Derek Youtube: ElevenAfterNine Will Youtube: Rennthusiast Got a question? Drop it in the comments below for our next Q&A!#Porsche #911 #997 #993 #GT3 #AirCooled #Porsche911 #CarPodcast #RenthusiastRadio #PorscheMaintenance #GT4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Daily Influence
    669. Influence Is Always On — The Myth of Neutral Leadership

    Daily Influence

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 6:21 Transcription Available


    Is neutrality in leadership even possible? In Episode 669 of Daily Influence, Brian Smith challenges one of the most common — and most dangerous — myths in leadership: the belief that you can stay neutral. Silence is not the absence of influence. It is influence without ownership. When leaders avoid tension, delay difficult conversations, or choose not to clarify standards, they are still shaping culture. Silence communicates values. Silence signals what is tolerated. Silence protects systems — often at the expense of people. This episode launches a deeper season theme: Influence, Maturity, and Responsibility — moving beyond growth mechanics into consequence, awareness, and legacy. Because there is no off switch for influence. There is only conscious or unconscious leadership. Reflective Question: Where in your leadership are you calling something “neutral” that is actually a choice?

    It doesn't take a genius.
    It's a myth! "Praise in public, criticize in private."

    It doesn't take a genius.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 20:58


    Welcome to our Myth Busters series! Is it really true you should praise in public, criticize in private?  Tune in to find out how you might be emphasizing psychological safety to the expense of culture, standards and performance.  Interested in coaching or training on these topics for you or your team? We'd love to hear from you! Email Mike and Mark.

    The Thomas Jefferson Hour
    #1691 Was it Shakespearean Tragedy or Greek Tragedy?

    The Thomas Jefferson Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 55:01


    Clay interviews the award-winning historian Joe Ellis about America's tragic legacy of slavery, and about the dispossession of American Indians from their sovereign homelands. Professor Ellis has often argued that what happened with respect to African Americans was Shakespearean tragedy — in other words, if the better angels of American life had prevailed, things might have turned out differently; but that the dispossession and cultural genocide America wrought with Native Americans was probably inevitable. Clay has repeatedly challenged that view, and Joe Ellis suggested that Listening to America feature a serious discussion of how things might have turned out differently in both cultural intersections. The problem of what Clay calls "the Myth of Inevitability" is that it lets white America off the hook. If it could not have turned out any other way, perhaps we don't need to wring our hands too much. It's a critical discussion of agency and complicity in America's problematic history. This episode was recorded on December 15, 2025.

    J. Brown Yoga Talks
    Bernie Clark - "History, Myth, Energy, and Spirit"

    J. Brown Yoga Talks

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 89:04


    Bernie Clark, author of PRANA: One breath, many worlds, talks with J about his new book exploring philosophy, physiology, and the energetic axis of the yoga experience. They discuss stories imagining pre-vedic to Vedic tim es, shamans and yogis, evolution of societies, tribal ritual and institutional gods, reincarnation, relationship with the divine, role of prana in tantra, Desikachar and Descartes, Theosophy and Chakras, fascia, clairvoyance and energy healing, and understanding the difference between spirit and soul.   To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM. Say thank you - buy J a coffee. Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.    

    Girls in Real Life
    How Will I Know??//The Myth of Finding Certainty in Love

    Girls in Real Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 35:46


    We've all asked the question, "How will I know?" How will I know he's the one?How will I know I'm not settling?How will I know I won't regret this?We've been conditioned to believe love comes with clarity where everything feels undeniable and certain. But what if that moment never comes?In this episode, I'm unpacking the myth of “when you know, you know.” I share how love, in my experience, was never instant or overwhelming. We also explore the concept of love being a choice instead of a feeling, what ACTUALLY matters when choosing a partner, and how faith plays a role in our relationships. FOLLOW US: @girlsirlpod@mariahclayton_Don't forget to leave a 5 star review! 

    The Three Ravens Podcast
    Series 7 Episode 9: Glamorganshire

    The Three Ravens Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 126:25


    For today's episode, we're venturing to the south of Wales to historic Glamorganshire.We talk about the county's very ancient life, including the discovery of the oldest bones in Western Europe, and its development into industrial glory, and later, industrial depression.Glamorganshire is a real treasure trove of folklore, from extremely stabby fairies to helpful ghosts and suspiciously nice snakes. We dabble in a bit of local love magic, and go hunting with Mallt y Nos and her pack of hellhounds.Trundling in our rickety mine cart down into the copper works of the past, we stop off for Eleanor's story, "A Peculiar Thirst," a tale of a trip which takes an unexpected turn.We hope that you enjoy the episode, and will speak to you again on Thursday with a brand new episode of the Three Ravens Bestiary all about Centaurs!Three Ravens is a Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on a historic county, exploring the heritage, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, we take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastREGISTER FOR THE TALES OF SOUTHERN ENGLAND TOURVisit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Real Investment Show Podcast
    2-16-26 Margin Debt & the One-Stock Myth

    The Real Investment Show Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 32:34


    Happy Presidents Day—today's show blends portfolio risk management with real-life planning (and a little chili controversy). We break down margin debt and how leverage turns routine volatility into forced selling and permanent losses. Then we pivot to weddings, pre-nups, and money conversations—what couples should sort out early to protect goals and reduce future stress. Next, we tackle the "one stock forever" question: why the idea is tempting, where concentration risk shows up, and what characteristics investors are really looking for (durable cash flows, pricing power, strong balance sheets). We wrap with the reflation trade—what typically works when growth/inflation narratives heat up, and how valuation can bite when the story gets crowded. Educational only—not individualized investment advice. 0:00 - INTRO 0:22 - Margin Debt & Losing It All 12:08 - Planning Weddings 16:23 - When Should a Pre-nupt be used? 21:20 -The One Stock You'd Buy if You Could Only Buy One 24:32 - The Reflation Trade and Chili: Beans or No Beans Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Investment Advisors, Danny Ratliff, CFP, & Jonathan Penn, CFP, and w Portfolio Manger, Michael Lebowitz, CFA Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Register for our next Candid Coffee, 2/21/26: https://streamyard.com/watch/Wq3Yvn9ny5GV ------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/MU8qVbSiqxY?feature=share ------- Articles Mentioned in Today's Show: "Seasonality: Buy Signal And Investing Outcomes" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/seasonality-buy-signal-and-investing-outcomes/ "Technology Stocks: Dead Or An Opportunity?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/technology-stocks-dead-or-an-opportunity/ ------- Watch our previous show, "Duct Tape & WD-40 Your Portfolio Together," here: https://youtube.com/live/EsweZ6GtMvI?feature=share -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Market Rotation Keeps Stocks Flat," is here: https://youtu.be/8iyhck2LBpY ------- Visit our E-book Library (no library card required!) https://realinvestmentadvice.com/ria-e-guide-library/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #MarginDebt #RiskManagement #FinancialPlanning #ReflationTrade #InvestingPsychology

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    Good Morning, Mom! with Brittan Pack
    The Myth of Falling Behind

    Good Morning, Mom! with Brittan Pack

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 22:29


    If you've been feeling behind, stuck, or like things should be moving faster by now — this episode is for you.Most high-achieving women aren't failing because they lack discipline or ambition. They're exhausted from carrying more responsibility, pressure, and vision without recovery ever being part of the plan.In this episode, we talk about:Why “feeling behind” is often a recovery issue, not a motivation oneThe difference between rest and true recoveryHow under-recovery quietly caps your energy, clarity, income, and ability to scaleWhy building capacity is a leadership skill — not self-care fluffYou're not behind. You're under-recovered.And when you learn how to restore capacity, everything begins to move again.You don't need to shrink your ambition. You need to be built to carry it.Ready to increase your capacity to have more, do more, be more? Register for the Masterclass: "Built to Carry It: 3 Mistakes High Achieving Women Make That Quietly Undermines Their Energy, Consistency, And Results."Take the New Capacity Assessement Quiz and find out where your capacity is leaking and where your bottleneck truly lies so you can address it and scale.

    The Impact Church Podcast
    Building A Lasting Marriage | Jason Holdridge & Heidi Holdridge

    The Impact Church Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 47:42


    “How do you affair-proof your marriage?”It's a question we all want a simple formula for, but the reality is much more sobering. An affair is rarely a sudden impulse; it is usually the final chapter of years of quiet neglect. Marriages don't collapse overnight—they erode when wounds are ignored, needs are unmet, and hearts are left unattended.In today's message, “Building A Lasting Marriage,” we look at the "Rise and Fall" of David. While we often focus on his failure with Bathsheba in 2 Samuel 11, the cracks in the foundation started a decade earlier. By looking at the volatile interaction between David and his wife Michal in 2 Samuel 6, we discover the warning signs of a marriage losing its connection.From the danger of "calcified bitterness" to the "dashboard indicator" of sarcasm, we explore how unresolved conflict creates a chasm that leaves us vulnerable. Whether you are in a season of bliss or feeling the chill of a distant spouse, this message offers a candid look at how to choose your spouse every day and protect the covenant you've built.In this sermon, we discuss:The Myth of the Sudden Failure: Why affairs are often the result of long-term neglect.The Michal Complex: How unresolved bitterness turns into contempt.The Sarcasm Warning: What your tone of voice says about the health of your heart.The "Homecoming" Test: What it looks like to return home to "bless your household" versus being "met with a mood."Vulnerability & Validation: The danger of seeking honor from others when you don't feel it at home.Reflection Questions for Couples:Use these to spark a conversation on your next date night:What are some disappointments that have accumulated over time in our relationship?Does our home feel like a place of blessing or a place of "moods" and tension?How can we move from being "stiff-necked" to being tender with one another again?Scripture References:2 Samuel 6:14-23; 2 Samuel 11:1-3; Deuteronomy 17:17Website: https://impact.church Facebook: https://facebook.com/ImpactChurchHome Instagram: https://instagram.com/ImpactChurchHome YouTube: https://youtube.com/@impactchurchhome TikTok: https://tiktokcom/@impactchurchhome

    The United States Department of Nerds Podcast
    Legacy Rising: Building Gods, Monsters & Myth with Gary Seaward

    The United States Department of Nerds Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 64:45 Transcription Available


    Legacy Rising: Building Gods, Monsters & Myth with Gary SeawardA story carried since 2008 finally takes shape.This week on The USDN Podcast, we welcome creator and artist Gary Seaward to discuss Legacy: Idols & Bones — a new indie comic universe blending superhero mythology, sci-fi scale, and horror-driven consequences.We explore the origins of the world, the characters shaping its future, and the Kickstarter campaign launching Issues #1 and #2.From Eidolon and Carcass to Pulse, Widow-Maker, and Re'Ordain — this is a deep dive into building modern indie mythology from the ground up.

    Cookie Lab
    Cookie Lab Cookie #206 Presidents Day Cherry Pie Cookies

    Cookie Lab

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 11:59


    Send a textI Cannot Tell a Lie... These Cookies are Amazing!

    TALRadio
    The Confidence Myth That's Holding Leaders Back | The Olympic Minds

    TALRadio

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 39:12


    Confidence isn't loud.And it's not automatic—especially for leaders.In this powerful episode of the Olympic Minds podcast, Sherry Winn and Tara Rule, CEO and Founder of Tara Rule Coaching, reveal why even highly successful professionals struggle with self-doubt—and how inner beliefs, not external skills, determine leadership effectiveness.Key takeaways: - Why most leaders misunderstand confidence - How your inner critic shapes your leadership behavior - The difference between looking confident and feeling confidentThis is a must-listen for leaders who want to lead with clarity, authenticity, and courage.Listen now and ask yourself: What belief is quietly holding me back?Host: Sherry WinnGuest: Tara RuleSound: Mahesh R.Producer: Archita Puranik

    Lean Body Buffalo Podcast
    The Metabolism Myth: Why Eating Less Isn't Working Anymore

    Lean Body Buffalo Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2026 3:49


    Discover why cutting calories and eating less actually works against you after 40. This episode busts the biggest myth in weight loss and reveals what really happens when you chronically under-eat, plus practical strategies to support your metabolism instead of fighting it.Detailed Time-Stamped Show Notes:[0:00 - 0:30] Welcome & The Frustrating CycleIntroduction to the metabolism myth keeping you stuckThe common pattern: cut calories, lose weight briefly, then plateauWhy hunger, fatigue, and food obsession follow extreme calorie restriction[0:30 - 1:15] The Metabolism Myth ExposedWhy "calories in, calories out" is dangerously incompleteYour body as an adaptive system, not a calculatorThe biological response to severe calorie restriction[1:15 - 2:00] What Really Happens When You Under-EatFamine response: metabolism slowing to conserve energyHunger hormone disruption and muscle tissue breakdownHow you're literally training your body to need fewer calories[2:00 - 2:45] The Over 40 FactorDeclining estrogen and progesterone's impact on metabolismNatural muscle mass decrease and its metabolic consequencesWhy your midsection becomes a fat storage priority[2:45 - 3:15] The Hidden Stress ConnectionChronic dieting as a biological stressorCortisol elevation and belly fat storageWhy willpower can't overcome biological drives[3:15 - 4:15] The Real Solution StrategyStop under-eating and provide adequate fuelProtein's triple benefit: muscle preservation, satiety, thermic effectStrength training as metabolism insuranceSmart eating vs. restrictive eating[4:15 - 5:00] Mindset Shift & ClosingYour metabolism as protector, not enemyRealistic expectations for metabolism after 40Partnership approach: nourishment over restrictionEmpowerment message about supporting vs. fighting your bodyKey Takeaways:✓ Eating less often backfires by slowing your metabolism✓ Your body adapts to chronic calorie restriction by becoming more efficient✓ After 40, hormonal changes make this process even more challenging✓ The solution is supporting your metabolism, not fighting itResources Mentioned:Website: https://fatlossbuffalo.comConnect with Fit Over 40:Facebook: @fatlossbuffaloInstagram: @fatlossbuffaloYouTube: @fatlossbuffalo

    History Extra podcast
    The Magna Carta myth

    History Extra podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 43:29


    Magna Carta may be associated today with power, liberty and freedom – but those weren't quite the concerns back in 1215. So what did the barons really demand of King John? And what can this document tell us about the lives of people in medieval England? In this second episode of HistoryExtra's Sunday Series on Magna Carta, Emily Briffett and historian Nicholas Vincent delve into the archive to uncover the real charter – and reveal why it's not quite the liberty manifesto of legend. ––––– GO BEYOND THE PODCAST If you're curious to learn more about Magna Carta and the world in which it originated, Emily Briffett has put together some essential reading, listening and viewing from the HistoryExtra archive to help deepen your understanding: https://bit.ly/3ZMTReR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Ask Julie Ryan
    #752 - Your Body Isn't Broken—It's Trying to Tell You This! With Dr. Christian Gonzalez

    Ask Julie Ryan

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 58:17


    EVEN MORE about this episode!What if chronic illness, trauma, and burnout are your body's way of communicating—not failing?Join Julie Ryan and holistic physician Christian Gonzalez (Dr. G) as they explore nervous system regulation, trauma stored in the body, emotional roots of disease, and mind-body healing beyond conventional medicine. Inspired by the loss of his mother to cancer during his first year of medical school, Dr. G shares how his journey led him beyond conventional medicine to uncover the deeper drivers of chronic illness—emotional dysregulation, nervous system imbalance, trauma, and environmental toxins.This episode dives deep into the body's hidden language, with moving real-life stories that reveal how unresolved emotions are stored in the fascia and how releasing them can unlock profound healing. From an infertility case that resolved after a single trauma-release session to the heartbreaking intersection of mold exposure, stress, and cancer, Julie and Dr. G explore why shame may be the “second-to-last boss” in healing—and how ancient Chinese medicine aligns with modern clinical insight.You'll also walk away with grounded, practical tools for daily life, including Dr. G's personal rituals for nervous system regulation, myofascial release, grounding, and energetic protection. Together, they explore curiosity as a gateway from fear to empowerment, why “meditating into the body” matters, and how aligning with circadian rhythms can restore balance. The conversation closes with a soul-stirring reflection on why we incarnate at all—inviting you to step into your healing journey with awareness, courage, and joy.Guest Biography:Dr. Christian Gonzalez, widely known as Dr. G, is a holistic physician specializing in integrative healing, nervous system regulation, and the emotional and spiritual roots of chronic illness. Bridging modern science with ancient wisdom, his work focuses on trauma-informed care, oncology support, and mind-body healing, grounded in the belief that the body is not broken—it's communicating. Through his signature Emotional Liberation Method (ELM), Dr. G helps individuals release stored trauma, restore nervous system balance, reconnect with their intuition, and access the body's innate intelligence for deep, lasting transformation, empowering people to become active participants in their own healing journey.Episode Chapters:(0:02:00) - The Myth of Giving Away Your Power(0:04:00) - Miracles: The Infertility Story(0:09:00) - The Emotional Component Behind Every Illness(0:11:00) - Why Healthy People Get Cancer(0:14:00) - The Whiteboard Moment: Stress and Toxins(0:17:00) - Christine's Story: Mold and Emotional Trauma(0:22:00) - Feeling Safe in Your Body and Environment(0:25:00) - The Power of Intuition in Healing(0:31:00) - Moving Beyond the Victim Mentality(0:35:00) - The Nervous System as a Spiritual Practice(0:40:00) - Shame: The Second to Last Boss(0:44:00) - Rebuilding Trust with Your Body(0:47:00) - Dr. G's Morning Rituals and Energy Protection(0:53:00) - Circadian Rhythm and Grounding(0:55:00) - Why We Incarnate➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!

    From the Stash
    The Small Cup Myth — Why Bigger Isn't Always Better - FTS Podcast Ep.270

    From the Stash

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 43:22


    Walk Talks With Matt McMillen
    5 Biblical Reasons the Church System Is Broken (2-15-26)

    Walk Talks With Matt McMillen

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 70:01


    Topics: The Muting of the Body of Christ, The Myth of Pastoral Authority, Why the Church Building Is Not Holy, Measuring Growth by Grace Instead of Numbers, The Error of New Covenant Law, Broken Church System, 1 Corinthians 11-14, How Man-made Traditions Have Deceived the Church, The First Church Buildings and History, Rightly Dividing the Scriptures, Understanding the Gathering in 1 Corinthians 11-14, Why the Gospel of Grace Is Sufficient, Group Participation in the Early Ecclesia, Why Jesus Is the Only Head of the Body (Colossians 1:18), The Truth About the Title of Pastor, Why Acts Is a History Book Not Doctrine, The House of God Is in You (1 Corinthians 3:16), Challenging the Clergy and Laity Distinction, Every Member Functioning in the Body of Christ, Why the Church Building Is Not a Sanctuary, The Warning Against Insulting Grace in Hebrews 10:29, Why the Law Stirred up Sin, The Dangers of Covenant Mixture Theology, We Are All a Royal Priesthood (1 Peter 2:9), Christ Is the End of the Law (Romans 10:4), How Ignatius of Antioch Changed Church Structure, The Meaning of the Word Prophesy in Context, Trusting the Spirit for Morality Instead of Law, Why Popularity Does Not Equal Biblical Truth, The Most High Does Not Dwell in Temples (Acts 7:48) Support the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter

    Topline
    The Business Case for Robot Overlords (Or At Least Robots That Unload Trucks) | CEO AJ Meyer

    Topline

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 70:14


    AJ Meyer, CEO of Pickle Robot, isn't betting on general-purpose humanoid robots. Instead, he's a believer in robots and Physical AI which solve specific, high-volume problems. AJ joins Sam and Asad to reveal how he recently secured a nine-figure enterprise contract and why "boring" logistics tasks are the gateway to mass adoption of robots. But with mass adoption's opportunities, so too are there new risks. AJ shares that while physical safety is an important consideration, the cybersecurity risk of a networked robot workforce is what needs the most attention right now. This and a ton more in this week's episode of Topline with Sam Jacobs (CEO @ Pavilion) and Asad Zaman (CEO @ Sales Talent Agency). Thanks for tuning in! Catch new episodes every Sunday Subscribe to Topline Newsletter. Tune into Topline Podcast, the #1 podcast for founders, operators, and investors in B2B tech. Join the free Topline Slack channel to connect with 600+ revenue leaders to keep the conversation going beyond the podcast! Chapters: 00:00 Teaser and Introduction to AJ Meyer 02:53 The Convergence of Physical and Digital AI 05:50 Safety Constraints and the "Acrobat" Robot Disaster 09:19 Mobile Manipulation vs. General Purpose Humanoids 12:47 Cybersecurity Risks in Connected Robot Networks 18:52 AI Surveillance and Authoritarian Risks 28:01 Debunking the Myth of Unskilled Labor 34:54 The Moving Goalposts of AGI 38:19 Solving the Open World Generalization Problem 42:09 Why Foundation Models Need Systems Engineering 48:23 Designing Business Models for Enterprise and Mid-Market 53:20 The Nine-Figure "ChatGPT Moment" for Robotics 58:14 Transferring SaaS Go-To-Market Skills to Hardware 01:03:45 Taste and Judgment as Career Differentiators 01:07:50 Hiring Needs and Closing Thoughts

    Best of Nerds for Yang
    Breaking the Duopoly: A Conversation with Michael Maxsenti on Reclaiming the Republican Party

    Best of Nerds for Yang

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 82:11


    In the world of political commentary, especially for those of us who lean center-left, the modern Republican party often feels like an impenetrable monolith of rhetoric and “four-dimensional chess”. But every so often, a conversation comes along that forces you to tilt your head and look at the landscape from a different angle.I recently sat down for the fifth time with Michael Maxsenti, a man who has spent fifteen years in the political reform sector. Michael isn't your typical partisan hack; he's a veteran of the Common Sense and Forward parties who has reached a sobering conclusion: the only way to fix the system is to get inside the gates. Now, he's running for Congress as a Republican in a D+4 district, and his rationale is as provocative as it is unsettling for those of us comfortable in our ideological bubbles.The Myth of the Two-Party WarThe most striking part of our conversation was Michael's dismissal of the traditional Republican-versus-Democrat narrative. To him, the “duopoly” we see on the news is a convenient distraction designed to keep us from noticing the real struggle.“The real duopoly is the people, the populist, the people—eighty plus percent of Americans—against those global corporatist, those political economic elites who see themselves above our humanity.”This isn't just populist fire-breathing; it's a critique of a “closed-loop system” where corporate interests like Vanguard and BlackRock pull the strings regardless of who holds the gavel. Michael argues that both parties have “sold us out” over the last forty years, hollowing out the middle class and offshoring jobs for the sake of corporate margins.The “Art of the Deal” DefenseAs someone who grew up valuing integrity and “character matters” as a political slogan, I find it difficult to reconcile the current leadership of the GOP with those traditional values. I challenged Michael on the chaos and the apparent lack of precision in the current administration's implementation of policy—from tariffs on bananas to the “flamethrower” style of governance.His response was a common pattern I've seen in congressional Republicans in pragmatic reframing. He urged the audience to look past the abrasive style and view it as a series of tactical maneuvers.“What appears to be things that are opposite, opposed to... you've got to think of it in those broader terms of tacking into the winds, of navigating around those valleys and cliffs and stuff to get to your goal.”To Maxsenti, the tariffs aren't just economic tools; they are a strategic necessity to “rebuild our country” in an era where AI is stripping away swaths of traditional employment. It's a vision of “America First” that he traces back to the founding principles of Abraham Lincoln—the very principles he claims are buried in the modern party's DNA.Making America Healthy Again: A Radical Common Ground?Perhaps the most surprising area of alignment for a center-left audience is Maxsenti's focus on the “Make America Healthy Again” movement. He pointed out a sobering reality: Americans pay more than double what other developed nations pay for healthcare, yet we have lost six years of longevity compared to Europe over the last two decades.I critiqued the current system as a “fee-for-service” model that motivates providers to treat you only after you get sick. His solution? A radical overhaul of food standards and a focus on “healing” that transcends mere pharmaceutical intervention.“It's about healing, but on the medical level alone... taking away government dollars that is allowing people to, forcing people into poor choices. It's about freedom and it's about giving people healthier options.”While he supports Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s focus on chronic disease, Maxsenti wants to go further by codifying changes in pesticide laws and farming practices to ensure that the next administration can't simply “flip it back” because they've been bought off by lobbyists.Can an Independent Mind Survive the Machine?The central question for voters in his district—and for nerds like us watching from afar—is whether a man who claims to “only take a knee to God and our Constitution” can actually remain independent once he's inside the Congressional machine.Michael is running against Dave Min, whom he describes as a “prototypical career politician” who “rubber stamps every one of the democratic machine”. In a district where 30% of the voters are independents who left both parties out of dissatisfaction, Maxsenti is betting that his deep roots—as a business leader, coach of eighteen sports teams, and non-profit board member—will carry more weight than a party label.“We need people to go to congress who have proven credibility and skills to bring people together and create solutions to problems, who are not there to make a win; they're there to make a solution.”He admits that the execution of certain policies, like the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and ICE operations, has been “unfortunate” or “tragic” in its delivery. Yet, he remains committed to the core objective: a total system audit and a return to national sovereignty.Final ReflectionsWhether you find Michael's shift to the GOP a pragmatic necessity or a bridge too far, his perspective highlights the deep fractures in our political soul. He isn't offering the usual partisan comfort food. Instead, he's presenting a choice: continue the “downhill slide” of the last few decades, or take a gamble on an “insider-outsider” who believes the system can be reclaimed from the globalist elites.“At my age I'm obviously not going there to do anything other than help change the rules... so that we can have the long term results that the people can see and feel in their lives.”It's a sobering analysis for anyone who cares about the future of this republic. As we navigate the coming months, the question won't just be which party wins, but whether the people we send to Washington have the courage to stop “taking a knee” to anyone but the people they serve.If you enjoyed this deep dive and want to support the work we do here, please consider becoming a YouTube channel member. Your support helps cover the operating costs for the Nerds for Humanity livestream and keeps these independent conversations going. Plus, as a thank you, you'll get a shout-out on every livestream!Bye nerds. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nerdsforhumanity.substack.com

    ArTEEtude. West Cork´s first Art, Fashion & Design Podcast by Detlef Schlich.
    #Arteetude 321 – Detlef Schlich Is Breaking Brad. A Valentine's Day present for Sophia. Featuring a brand new Los Inorgánicos track: “Breaking Brad.” Because sometimes West Cork doesn't chase myth. It absorbs it.

    ArTEEtude. West Cork´s first Art, Fashion & Design Podcast by Detlef Schlich.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 24:02


    Hollywood came to West Cork. Or at least Facebook said so. A film crew appears in Timoleague. The internet goes feral. Sightings multiply. Myth gains WiFi.Meanwhile, I'm on a pier wall waiting for sourdough to cool — because crust matters.A man with sunglasses sits beside me.Good posture. Slightly out of place.Very aware of the smell of bread.His stomach betrays him.I tear the loaf too early.“Breaking bad,” I mutter.He lifts the sunglasses.“Better breaking bad than breaking Brad.”And just like that —The most West Cork initiation ritual ever conceived begins.Yes. That Brad.What follows is a six-episode transformation experiment:• Butter churn initiation• Atlantic wind deconstruction• Céilí ego dissolution• Mart confusion• SuperValu democracy• And finally… the crowning of the Mayor of BallydehobEverything recorded.Nothing audible.Is this celebrity satire?Community ritual?Or just warm bread collapsing under its own mythology?The episode closes with a brand new Los Inorgánicos track: “Breaking Brad.”Because sometimes West Cork doesn't chase myth.It absorbs it.Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognised for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW Official YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@WAWBand"The Niles Bittersweet Song" WAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/donations

    The Three Ravens Podcast
    Local Legends #54: Russ Williams

    The Three Ravens Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 76:41


    On this week's episode of Local Legends Martin's flagged over Griff, the trusty Ford Fiesta, belonging to travel writer and folklorist Russ Williams. Author of the WTF blog and Where The Folk: A Welsh Folklore Road Trip, Russ trained as a journalist, had a jaunt overseas in Australia, and felt hiraeth calling him. He's now based in Cardiff, but North Wales will forever be home. Which is very handy for us, as he doesn't just know Caernarfonshire's folk tales and character - he has been to these places, spoken to local people, and, in some cases, even washed dishes in haunted pubs. A charming conversationalist, Russ has armfuls of tales for you in this episode, plus we also talk about Welsh Nationalism, whether Caernarfon or Conwy castle is better, what the heck is going in in Bangor, a plenty more besides.We really hope you enjoy this episode, do check out our other release today - Eleanor's Valentine's Day-themed conversation with Dr Icy Sedgwick about Love Magic, and we will speak to you again on Monday for our next County Episode, all about the historic county of Glamorganshire!The Three Ravens is a Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on a historic county, exploring the heritage, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastREGISTER FOR THE TALES OF SOUTHERN ENGLAND TOURProud members of the Dark Cast Network.Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Three Ravens Podcast
    Valentine's Magic

    The Three Ravens Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 66:21


    It's Valentine's Day, so it's the perfect time to try out a little love magic!That's why we invited Dr Icy Sedgwick, author of Bring Me Love: Finding and Keeping Love Using Divination and Folk Magic, to come and chat to us all about love spells, cunning folk and ways to dream about your destined lover.It's a great chat, involving magical subscription services, cheese-based romantic decision making, and the surprisingly shocking practice of gathering kale to predict the kind of relationship you might have.Icy is a writer, folklorist and host of the Fabulous Folklore podcast, and Bring Me Love is the latest in a series of great books including Rebel Folklore and Ghostlore.We're running a giveaway until the end of February to win a copy of the book, so don't forget to enter on social media!We will speak to you again on Monday, for a new episode all about the history and folklore of Glamorganshire!The Three Ravens is a Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on a historic county, exploring the heritage, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcastREGISTER FOR THE TALES OF SOUTHERN ENGLAND TOURProud members of the Dark Cast Network.Visit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Don't Wait For Your Wake Up Call!
    Menopause, Stress & the Myth of “Getting Old” | Ep 258

    Don't Wait For Your Wake Up Call!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 25:39


    This conversation between Melissa and Diana dives deep into a holistic, empowering approach to women's health in midlife—and it boldly challenges the outdated “getting old” story many women are told.

    Salmon Podcast
    รวมตำนานความรักข้ามจักรวาล | Myth Universe Long Play

    Salmon Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 356:08


    ในวันวาเลนไทน์แบบนี้ เราเลยรวมตำนานความรักในหลากหลายจักรวาลมาให้คุณฟังกันแบบอิ่มความรักกันไปเลย 0:00 ทริสแทน กับ อีโซลดา ตำนานรักอัศวินโต๊ะกลม | Myth Universe EP123 01:04:31 นางยโสธราพิมพา พุทธชายาผู้ส่งพระโพธิสัตว์ถึงโพธิญาณ | Myth Universe EP113 01:45:02 เรื่องรักในรามายณะ กับ อ.ตุล-คมกฤช อุ่ยเต็กเค่ง | Myth Universe Special 02:19:48 งานแต่งซูส & เฮรา วิวาห์สุดป่วงของเหล่าเทพกรีก | Myth Universe EP41 03:03:47 พระอานนท์ บัตเลอร์ของพระพุทธองค์ ที่ทุกคนรัก | Myth Universe EP40 04:23:25 Love Equally in Ancient Time มุมมอง Gender แบบปรัมปรา | Myth Universe EP09 04:58:26 Eros & Psyche ความรัก NewJeans จิตวิญญาณ | Myth Universe EP14 05:30:20 กำเนิด พระแม่ลักษมี เทพีที่ทุกคนไป told | Myth Universe EP24 #longplay #SalmonPodcast #MythUniverse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Rowling Studies The Hogwarts Professor Podcast
    Valentine's Day Special: The Cupid and Psyche Myth within the Cormoran Strike Series

    Rowling Studies The Hogwarts Professor Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 118:20


    Happy Valentine's Day!Mrs Murray met the UK StrikeFans.com contingent and Badly WiredLamp (“and friends”) on Thursday to talk about the Cormoran Strike novels. Yesterday, Friday the 13th, Rowling tweeted about the secret she had told them — the title of Strike9:Nick Jeffery found the most likely source of the title Sleep Tight, Evangeline, assuming it is not an anagram, in six minutes:BadlyWiredLamp who was at the Rowling meeting congratulated Nick on twixter seven minutes later: “Well done for finding it Nick!” with a hand salute emoji. Which semi-confirmation from a witness suggests he is spot on.Even more impressive, Nick wrote up a flash post about The Whiskey Shambles and other ‘Evangeline' possibilities at the HogwartsProfessor weblog, ‘Sleep Tight, Evangeline – Title Release for Strike 9.' Nick and John will be discussing this news as well as the Psalter and Head of Persephone charms with miniature book, Tolkien, and mythology expert Dimitra Fimi this weekend for a post here next week. See her ‘Miniature Books in Children's Fantasy' to prepare for that conversation. Stay tuned!But it's Valentine's Day! John and Nick celebrate this Hallmark Holiday with a journey through the Cormoran Strike novels' V-Day celebrations and a discussion of the various Valentines and Cupid's in the story, with special emphasis on the Cupid and Psyche myth that Rowling has suggested is the series story template.That suggestion came the week after Hallmarked Man's publication in the first of her Public Service Announcements to “Robin and Strike fans:”This image came as a surprise even to Hogwarts Professor subscribers because, though we have been writing and talking about the Cupid and Psyche myth as one of the mythological templates behind the Strike series since early 2021, it was the first time Rowling had acknowledged this publicly. Since the September revelation of this connection by the author and the appearance of the head of Persephone at the end of her Strike9 clues Christmas Charm bracelet, Strike fandom is now on board with the idea. Which on-boarding Nick and John celebrate with this Hearts and Flowers conversation, in which:* Nick reviews the Valentines Day events in the Strike series, the importance of which makes 14 February to Serious Strikers what Halloween is to Harry Potter fans;* John discusses the post American Bar office scene in Troubled Blood that let the cat out of the bag about the Cupid and Psyche myth just beneath the Strellacott romance;* Nick updates that with Rowling's PSAs and charm pointers to the Trials of Psyche in Robin's story;* John lays out how and where Hallmarked Man features Valentine Longcaster, the character with the Cupid name, and a Valentine's Day conflict with dogs to Guard the Gates of Hell (from charting Parts Five and Six);* Nick journeys back to Cuckoo's Calling and explains how Lula Landry's death and Robin's first meeting with Strike are twist on Cupid and Psyche with Venus, Psyche, and Cupid, Hephaestus, and Ares all with their equivalents in Charlotte, Robin, and Cormoran;* John ups the ante of the conversation by bringing in Edmund Spenser and C. S. Lewis, two writers Rowling loves, both of whom wrote stories that turn on Cupid and Psyche, and suggesting that Galbraith, in using the Eros-Anteros distinction of those writers in the Strike series is answering allegorically the core question of human life: whether to focus the soul on the ephemeral body and its desires or on the noetic faculty of soul, the Heart, logos within us;* Nick and John then discuss Robin and Strike's individual relationships Cuckoo to Hallmarked in light of Cupid-False Cupid and taking turns going through the Strike novels with a look at the principal murder victim and murderer and their respective relationships;* John shares the Jungian interpretation of Cupid and Psyche as the mythic representation of feminine actualization, the chrysalis of female identity;* And more!Below are the links to posts on this subject mentioned in their back and forth and to a translation of the original myth. Happy Valentines Day — and stand by for more discussion of Sleep Tight, Evangeline, the Psalter and Persephone Charms, and all things Strike and Mythology with Dimitra Fimi.Links Mentioned in the Valentines Day Celebration Conversation:Rowling Points to Myth of Cupid and Psyche in order to Console Strike Fans Disappointed with Hallmarked Man (8 September 2025, Nick Jeffery)Nick shares the context of Rowling's tweet (fan disappointment!) and the background information about the illustration she chose for it.The Most Pleasant and Delectable Tale of the Marriage of Cupid and Psyche (Apuleius)A translation of the Silver Age Latin tale from Apuleius' Golden Ass.A Mythological Key to Cormoran Strike? The Myth of Eros, Psyche, and Venus (22 April 2021, John Granger)The first post to discuss Rowling's use of this specific myth within Cormoran Strike, it is essential reading and comes in four parts:* a discussion of Rowling's stated beliefs about the soul and how it is the focus of her story-telling,* a review of her psychological artistry in Potter and the post Potter novels and screenplays,* a synopsis of the Eros and Psyche myth, and* a point to point look at the parallels in the story thus far with speculation about novels to come.Robin's Two Perfumes: The Meaning of Philosychos and Narciso (9 June 2021, John Granger)The names of Robin's baseline perfume, Philosychos, and the one she and Strike choose at story's end, Narciso, both point less to the bedroom than to Robin's allegorical, psychological, and mythological role as Psyche in the series.Erich Neumann in his Amor and Psyche: The Psychic Development of the Feminine describes this discipline as a “prohibition against pity” which “signifies Psyche's struggle against the feminine nature.” …Psyche's last trial involves her having to confront death, a “marriage” to which she was condemned as a sacrifice at the story's start, a meeting she can only survive by transcending her feminine qualities of nurturing and pity. She must become, if only temporarily, a narcissist to pass through Hades and return to the world of the Sun and to Cupid. The myth, in Jungian lights, is about her transcending the accidental self, here her feminine and sexual relation to Eros or Cupid, for “ego-stability” leading to “individuation,” ascent to the greater, immortal Self.Robin as resident psychologist and loving soul is the Psyche-cipher of the Strike mysteries. She differs from the relatively passive Human Beauty of the myth in her active and determined “struggle against the feminine nature,” her “What. I. Do!” She not only wrestles with her desires for domesticity and maternity in her thinking but stands up to Strike-Cupid in their Valentine's Day Street Fight and demands his respect or at least more considerate behavior. But she is still struggling with her difficulty to be the narcissist rather than the Great Mother when circumstances and her heroine's journey of psychological individuation demand that.Reading Rowling as Myth Maker and Myth Re-Writer: A Conversation with Dr Dimitra FimiNick Jeffery and John Granger converse with Dr Dimitra Fimi about Harry Potter, Cormoran Strike, Tolkien, Jane Eyre, and the Mythological Artistry of J. K. Rowling, Hogwarts Saga to Hallmarked ManThe Hallmarked Man's Mythological Template‘Cupid and Psyche's importance for grasping the depths of Strike 8, from the “necessity” of the Silver Vault and the three men in Robin's life, to spaghetti carbonara and ‘Maid of the Silver Sea'Ink Black Heart: The Mythic Backdrop (10 September 2022, John Granger)What Rowling is depicting in Robin's journey through the events and mystery of Ink Black Heart include a trap set by Venus, one that takes Robin to a personal and professional underworld or hell, her survival and endurance of every temptation by her determination to be steely rather than empathetic, especially with respect to a certain “lame fellow” (!), and her re-surfacing from hell a changed person, one worthy of begrudging Venereal approval (or Zeus' intervention — Rokeby!).Ink Black Heart: Strike as Zeus to Robin's Leda and Cupid to Mads' Psyche (10 November 2022, John Granger)These traditional portrayals of the every person's human and divine aspects, soul and spirit as man and woman in dynamic, cathartic relationship — think Romeo and Juliet, Redcrosse Knight and Una, Cupid and Psyche — are perhaps, with her alchemical symbolism, sequencing, and coloring, Rowling's greatest literary ‘reach' and achievement in the Strike series, albeit one largely lost on her her vast reading audience. The deliberate conjunction-melange of archetypal psychology, mythology, and spiritual allegory in these novels is, especially in combination with her hermetic artistry, intertextual playfulness (Aurora Leigh!), and chiastic structures, testimony to the author being one of the most accomplished and challenging writers of the age in addition to the most popular (and least well understood, even by her fans).Hallmarked Man: Freemasonry and J. K. Rowling (7 February 2024, Nick Jeffery)The Royal Arch degree is unique in England for including the ceremony of “Passing the Veils” symbolising the path to enlightenment that a mason undergoes as he progresses in the craft. Given Peter Rowling's upward social mobility from working class apprentice to engineer and moving from the Bristol suburbs to middle class Tutshill, it isn't beyond reason to wonder if Peter might have been tempted by the social and career advantages that freemasonry might have offered him and exposed a young Joanne to some of the symbolism.Edinburgh, as well as being the home of the Grand Lodge of Scotland, is also home to if not the oldest lodge in the world, then at least the one with the oldest records. Lodge of Edinburgh (Mary's Chapel) No. 1 has minutes of meetings from 31st July 1599. There have long been arguments between this Lodge and the one in Kilwinning on the other coast of Scotland as to which is the oldest. (see IVº of the Rite of Baldwyn above)J. K. Rowling's ‘G-Spot' and ‘Triple Play:' The Lake & Shed Secret of Her Success (21 September 2024, John Granger)I want to try tonight to explain as succinctly — and as provocatively — as possible why I think Rowling's ‘Lake and Shed' metaphorical explanation of how she writes offers a compelling reason for both why she writes and why readers around the world love her novels the way they do. I call this her ‘G-Spot' and ‘Triple Play' because it is her point of singular genius, the defining quality that separates her from contemporary story-tellers, which involves ‘Shed' artistry of three particular literary tools, all subliminal, which work together to achieve her aims.The Hallmarked Man's Flood of Names, Characters, and Plots (22 September 2025, John Granger)Rowling's seven Shed tools — psychomachia, literary alchemy, ring composition, misdirection towards defamiliarization, Christian symbolism, mythology, and inter-intratextuality (writing about reading and writing) — are all about the transformation of the human soul by cathartic experience in the imaginative heart, i.e., our spiritual reorientation. These traditional tools alone don't do it, of course; her capacity for creating archetypal characters that we care about in profound fashion is what gives the tools their grip on the heart.But, if a writer uses these tools in his or her Shed, the game being played and its stakes are not in question. Everything Rowling has written to date, with greater or lesser success (largely dependent on her control of the final product, cough*Warner Brothers*cough), shares this aim. Her global popularity testifies that much more often than not she hits her target to the delight of her readers.I assume this was her aim in Hallmarked Man. It's early days on the full exegesis of Strike8 in light of Rowling's Shed tools, Lake springs, and Golden Threads, but there are encouraging signs. My third reading of the book included my first ‘Aha!' moments with respect to the mythological template of the series, the Shed tool Rowling was openly urging her readers to think about in her recent Cupid and Psyche tweet.Jungian Interpretations of ‘Cupid and Psyche:'* Erich Neumann: Amor and Psyche: The Psychic Development of the Feminine (A Commentary on the Tale by Apuleius)* Paul Diel: Symbolism in Greek Mythology: Human Desire and Its Transformations (A “psychological study of the symbols condensed in the fate of the mythological hero”)* Robert A. Johnson: SHE: Understanding Feminine Psychology (An interpretation based on the myth of Amor and Psyche and based on Jungian mythological principles)* Marie-Louise von Franz: Golden Ass of Apuleius: The Liberation of the Feminine in Man (originally A Psychological Interpretation of The Golden Ass of Apuleius)‘Tamspells' Point to Point Correspondence List of Events in the Strike-Ellacott Novels and the Myth of Cupid and PsycheThe list ‘Tamspells' made will be Nick and John's starting point in their upcoming conversation with her about how to see the myth beneath the surface of the storyCupid and Psyche Myth Highlights to Look for in Your Review at Home of the Strike Series:* Jealousy of Venus* Psyche's Wedding/Funeral March to Mountain Crag* Psyche Rescued by Cupid, stuck with his own arrow* Retreat to Hidden Castle, Love in Darkness* The Two Sisters* The Confrontation with Lamp and Knife* Psyche's Return Home; Death of Sisters (Pan cameo)* Psyche's Search for Cupid/Venus: Ceres Interview* Brought to Venus (Worry and Sadness)* First Trial: Seeds and Grains (Ant)* Second Trial: Wool from Golden Sheep (Reed)* Third Trial: Crystal glass for Black Stygian water (Zeus, Eagle)* Persephone Odyssey: Box for Beauty (Tower instructions)* Barley Cakes for Cerberus and Two Coins for Charon* Must ignore: “a lame man driving a mule loaded with sticks, a dead man swimming in the river that separates the world of the living from the world of the dead, and old women weaving.”* Meal in Underworld with Persephone* Return Trip, Falling to Temptation* Cupid intervention; intersession and deal with Zeus* Olympian Court Date* Marriage of Cupid and Psyche post Ambrosia, birth of PleasureStrike Novel Victim Eros Anteros Murderer Eros Anteros Cuckoo's Calling Lula Landry Evan Duffield Marlene Higson,Yvette Bristow, Guy Some, Jonah Agyuman John Bristow Alison Creswell Yvette Bristow The Silkworm Owen Quine Kathryn Kent Leonora/Orlando Elizabeth Tassel Michael Fancourt Owen Quine? Career of Evil Kelsey Platt Rock Band Leader Ray Williams, (Hazel Furley) Donny Laing Rhona Bunyan, hostage women Agnes Waite Lethal White Jasper Chiswell Ornella Seraphin, Kinvara Patricia Fleetwood Raphael Chiswell Kinvara Hanratty Ornella Seraphin Troubled Blood Margot Bamborough Paul Satchwell Roy/Anna Phipps Una Janice Beattie Steven Douthwaite/Diamond Dead Mother Dennis Creed Louise Tucker Agnes Waite Ink Black Heart Edie Ledwell Philip Ormond? Joshua Blay, Grant Heather Ledwell Gus Upcott Anomie/Paperwhite, Vikas BhardwajMorehouse Katya Upcott The Running Grave Daiyu Wace, Kevin Pirbright (Jacob) Louise Pirbright Abigail Glover Patrick, Baz Jennifer Wace The Hallmarked Man Tyler Powell Anne-Marie Morgan Chloe Griffiths/Jolanda Lindvall Ian Griffith Jolanda/Sapphire Rita Lindvall? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hogwartsprofessor.substack.com/subscribe

    Men in the Arena Podcast
    He/She Cheated! Can We Save the Marriage? Affair Recovery with an 84% Success Rate w/ Rick Reynolds EP 968

    Men in the Arena Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 59:44


    Whether you blew it or your wife did, trust is shattered in your marriage. But there is hope! Infidelity doesn't have to mean the end of your marriage. It can actually be the beginning of something new and healthier. In this expert interview, Jim Ramos talks with Rick Reynolds, an affair recovery expert and marriage therapist, who knows the battlefield firsthand. From surviving his own failure, to helping couples rebuild from betrayal, Rick breaks down the brutal reality of infidelity, how to start the hard road back, and provides the hope you're looking for.  Take the Affair Analyzer at affairrecovery.com to get custom next steps for your affair type, and if you sign up for a course or resources, tell them Men in the Arena sent you! Here are the books/resources mentioned in this episode!  The Myth of the Greener Grass (https://tinyurl.com/Greener115) by J. Allan Petersen Run Baby Run (https://tinyurl.com/Run115) by Nicky Cruz Preorder Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage at https://tinyurl.com/guardrails115  'I Can Only Imagine 2' hits theaters February 20th, 2026! Watch the trailer and get tickets at icanonlyimagine.com. Every man needs a locker room. Apply to join an exclusive brotherhood of like-minded men in The Locker Room, our monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room once a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to life's difficult questions. Locker Room members also get access to monthly exclusive leadership trainings, historically only available to the staff team at Men in the Arena. Membership is by application only. Go here to apply: https://patreon.com/themeninthearena Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God (https://tinyurl.com/dialedinbook)       

    Personal Development School
    Anxious Attachment and the Closure Myth | Find Peace Without Them

    Personal Development School

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 6:58


    Explore Your Attachment Style With Thais Gibson. Access All Courses, Live Webinars & Q&As Free for 7 Days (Enough Time to Complete a Full Course). Limited-time Access: https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com/dream-life?utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=7-day-trial&utm_medium=organic&utm_content=pod-02-13-26&el=podcast If you have an Anxious Attachment style, the urge to get closure from someone who pulled away, ghosted you, or shut down can feel overwhelming. But chasing closure from the wrong person often keeps you stuck, emotionally drained, and unable to move on. In this episode, Thais Gibson explains why seeking closure isn't actually the need and what to do instead to regain emotional stability, certainty, and peace.

    Thrive Like A Parent
    Beyond the Label: Accurate Diagnosis, ADHD, and the Myth of the Magic Pill

    Thrive Like A Parent

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 49:01


    On this episode of Thrive Like a Parent, I sit down with Dr. Jon Stevens, a triple board–certified psychiatrist (adult, child, and obesity medicine) who I personally trust so much that I refer my own clients to him. We have a very real, very honest conversation about something parents are terrified to talk about: psychiatric medication for kids. Instead of jumping straight to meds, Dr. Stevens walks us through why accurate, thorough diagnosis is the real starting point—and how rushed 10–15 minute evaluations, urgent care visits, and online “checklist” diagnoses can lead to mislabeling kids, overmedicating, and missing what's really going on in the brain. We dive into: Why he doesn't lead with medication, even as a medication expert The difference between “drugs” and “medication” and why language matters for scared parents How symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar can overlap—and why this makes diagnosis so tricky The dangers of the “honeymoon period” with meds (when things feel great at first, then slowly fall apart) and why that can be a red flag Why so many kids end up on a “Franken-list” of 4–6 medications that often makes things worse How parents' own history with ADHD or mental health can quietly shape their fears and decisions When it's too soon to medicate, what “early intervention” really looks like, and why age 4 vs 14 is a very different treatment story The critical role of teachers, pediatricians, and specialists—and why short pediatric visits can't carry the full mental health load Why meds should be a tool, not a magic fix, and how they fit alongside nervous system education, behavior support, movement, sleep, nutrition, and environment Newer and lesser-understood diagnoses like PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) and ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder)—and why they're often flavors or specifiers of a bigger picture, not life sentences How over-diagnosis and “diagnostic bloat” can leave parents feeling like their child is broken, instead of simply different and needing support. Throughout the episode, I share why I shifted my work to focus on teaching parents their own nervous system first, so they can better understand and support their child's. We talk about moving away from blame, fear, and labels—and toward personalized, compassionate, brain-based care that actually fits your child and your family. If you've ever thought: “I don't want to drug my kid.” “I'm scared of meds, but my child is really struggling.” “Do we really need a diagnosis for everything?” …this conversation will give you language, context, and grounded next steps—not more fear. If this episode resonated with you: Share it with a parent, teacher, or caregiver who's wrestling with questions about ADHD, anxiety, or medication. Subscribe to Thrive Like a Parent so you don't miss future episodes where we keep unpacking the nervous system, behavior, and real-life parenting tools. Want more support learning your own nervous system so you can better support your child's? Visit my website or join my parent community/program (where I teach this work in depth and walk you through it step by step). Your child isn't “broken.” Your nervous system isn't “too much.” You're allowed to ask questions, slow down, and choose what truly aligns with your family. Episode Sponsor: I'm thrilled to introduce Mindful Mamas — a maternal mental wellness app built by moms, for moms. From fertility and pregnancy to motherhood at every stage, Mindful Mamas offers guided meditations, sleep support, mood tracking, and a supportive community. Enjoy your first month FREE by visiting www.mindfulmamasclub.com/thrivelikeaparent. Because no mom should have to do this alone. #ThriveLikeAParent #BrookeWeinstein #ChildPsychiatry #PediatricMentalHealth #ADHDKids #AnxiousKids #NeurodivergentKids #ParentEducation #ConsciousParenting

    Explaining History (explaininghistory) (explaininghistory)
    Martha Gellhorn, Racism, and the Atrocities of Vietnam

    Explaining History (explaininghistory) (explaininghistory)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 34:57


    Episode Summary:In this episode of Explaining History, Nick returns to the grim realities of the Vietnam War through the eyes of one of the 20th century's most formidable journalists: Martha Gellhorn.Drawing on Philip Knightley's The First Casualty, we explore how Gellhorn—a veteran of the Spanish Civil War and D-Day—exposed the "hearts and minds" strategy as a hollow lie. While American generals bragged about "zapping Charlie Cong," Gellhorn visited the hospitals and refugee camps, documenting the civilian carnage inflicted by US firepower.Nick delves into the racialized hatred that fueled the war, examining how the dehumanization of the Vietnamese people ("dinks," "gooks") led to a culture of normalized depravity where ears were taken as trophies and massacres were dismissed as "turkey shoots." We also discuss how the US military learned from the PR disasters of Vietnam to create the sanitized "embedded" journalism of the Gulf Wars.Plus: A reminder for history students! Our American History Masterclass (1945-74) is this Sunday, February 15th. Join us for a deep dive into the Cold War, Civil Rights, and Vietnam.Key Topics:Martha Gellhorn: The reporter who refused to look away from civilian suffering.Dehumanization: How racism became a "patriotic virtue" in Vietnam.The Myth of Hearts and Minds: The disconnect between official rhetoric and the reality of napalm.Managing the Media: Why newspapers refused to print the truth about American atrocities.Books Mentioned:The First Casualty by Philip KnightleyDispatches by Michael HerrMaoism: A Global History by Julia LovellExplaining History helps you understand the 20th Century through critical conversations and expert interviews. We connect the past to the present. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and share.▸ Support the Show & Get Exclusive ContentBecome a Patron: patreon.com/explaininghistory▸ Join the Community & Continue the ConversationFacebook Group: facebook.com/groups/ExplainingHistoryPodcastSubstack: theexplaininghistorypodcast.substack.com▸ Read Articles & Go DeeperWebsite: explaininghistory.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Stop Me Project
    ABR 436: Liberty Wrestling's New Era w/ Head Coach Chris Williamson (NCWA, Recruiting, Faith, Program Culture)

    Stop Me Project

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 68:41 Transcription Available


    Liberty Wrestling is entering a new chapter — and Airey Bros Radio is going belly-to-belly with the new Head Wrestling Coach of Liberty University, Chris Williamson.Coach Williamson returns to Lynchburg after six seasons under legendary coach Jesse Castro, during a run that included NCWA team titles, All-Americans, national champs, and elite academic standards. Before coming back, he built Cornerstone University's inaugural wrestling program into a Top-25 NAIA contender, producing 12 NAIA qualifiers and 3 All-Americans.In this episode, we go deep on what recruits, parents, and coaches need to understand right now:Why “D1 or bust” is often the wrong mindset (especially with today's NCAA landscape)How Liberty helped redefine “club wrestling” and why the NCWA is legitWhat fully-funded actually means in the NCWA world (fundraising, support, scholarships)Recruiting education: parents' misconceptions, badges, stigma, and real opportunityFaith-based culture, standards, leadership, and building men beyond wins/lossesCoach's journey: Messiah (NCAA D3) → Liberty → Cornerstone (NAIA) → back to LibertyPostseason outlook + who to watch as Liberty gears up for March

    The Chasing Health Podcast
    Ep. 392 - Fitness Trends We Are Sick of Seeing in the Gym

    The Chasing Health Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 36:48


    SummaryIn this episode, Chase and Chris talk about the biggest fitness mistakes they still see everywhere and want gone for good before 2026. They explain why lifting too heavy with bad form or lifting too light out of fear is holding people back. They talk about why Instagram workouts, random group classes, and chasing soreness are not the answer. You will learn why progressive overload matters, why rest days are just as important as workouts, and why the basics always win. This episode is all about training smarter, not harder, and getting better results with the time you already spend in the gym.Chapters(00:00) Fitness Trends That Just Won't Die(02:50) Ego Lifting, Form, and Range of Motion(07:10) Why Most People Are Lifting Too Light(11:20) Group Fitness Classes and Random Workouts(15:00) Muscle Confusion and Why It Is a Myth(17:30) Gym Etiquette and Phone Distractions(20:30) Instagram Workouts and Fitness Scams(22:10) Weighted Vests, Gadgets, and Wasted Money(24:20) Chasing Soreness and Overtraining(29:00) Stop Checking the Box. Train With Intention(31:20) Rest Days, Recovery, and Sleep Matter(34:20) Calorie Burn Obsession and Cardio MythsSUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS to be answered on the show: https://forms.gle/B6bpTBDYnDcbUkeD7How to Connect with Us:Chase's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changing_chase/Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conquer_fitness2021/Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/665770984678334/Interested in 1:1 Coaching: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/1on1-coachingJoin The Fit Fam Collective: https://conquerfitnessandnutrition.com/fit-fam-collective

    Good Monsters
    The Myth of Horseshoe Theory and Understanding the Left and Right

    Good Monsters

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 16:02


    Send a textYou may have heard of the popular political theory Horseshoe Theory. In this episode I explain why it's a myth and the dangers of accepting ideas without truly understanding their implications.Support the showSupport the Show! https://www.patreon.com/sparenoarrowsCheck out the video Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@sparenoarrowsConnect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spare_no_arrows/Spare no Arrows on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6CqhvtMWRItkoiv8ZrJ6zVSpare no Arrows on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spare-no-arrows/id1528869516

    PLANTSTRONG Podcast
    Ep. 340: Jan Liband - The Masculinity Myth That's Wrecking Men's Health

    PLANTSTRONG Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 64:10


    In this deeply grounded conversation, Rip sits down with Jan Liband — a former college athlete, longtime plant-based advocate, and expert in food and environmental sustainability. What began for Jan as a single pamphlet exposing the environmental toll of animal agriculture became a lifelong commitment to plant-based living nearly 40 years ago.Jan shares his journey from a meat-centered, “healthy by 1980s standards” diet to discovering how plant-based eating dramatically improved his energy, recovery, and athletic performance. Along the way, Rip and Jan tackle some of the biggest barriers to change — especially for men — including cultural conditioning, fear of change, and the never-ending obsession with protein.The conversation goes beyond personal health and zooms out to the bigger picture: how our global food system drives roughly one-third of greenhouse gas emissions, accelerates deforestation, drains freshwater resources, and threatens biodiversity. Jan explains why dietary change is one of the fastest, most impactful climate actions individuals can take — far faster than waiting on energy or infrastructure shifts.From practical food swaps and transition strategies, to a powerful discussion of the Eat-Lancet report and planetary boundaries, this episode is both a reality check and a hopeful roadmap. The message is clear: small, consistent changes on our plates can ripple outward — improving our health, strengthening our communities, and protecting the planet for generations to come.Key TakeawaysOne piece of information — a pamphlet on animal agriculture — can spark lifelong change.Plant-based eating can improve digestion, recovery, energy, and athletic performance within weeks.Men often struggle with plant-based eating due to early-formed habits, social pressure, and protein myths.Americans are not protein-deficient — they are protein-toxic — while severely lacking fiber.Gradual change increases long-term success; the best diet is the one you'll stick with.Animal agriculture drives the majority of food-related greenhouse gas emissions, land use, and water waste.The Eat-Lancet report supports plant-rich diets as essential for both human and planetary health.Food choices are the single most powerful daily action individuals can take to protect the environment.Watch the Episode on YouTubeEpisode Webpage

    Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy
    TV Moms And the Myth of "Better" Screens

    Celebrate Kids Podcast with Dr. Kathy

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 13:14


    In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch explore a growing trend among so called "TV Moms," parents who allow television freely but restrict personal devices like iPads and phones. Is there really a difference? Or is all screen time the same? Drawing on current research and practical parenting experience, Dr. Kathy explains why screens are not created equal. Television can become communal and conversational when used intentionally. Personal devices, however, are engineered for individual consumption and often create emotional ownership that's harder for kids to relinquish. But even TV loses its value when it becomes constant background noise. The deeper concern isn't just screen exposure, it's what screens are replacing. Quiet. Conversation. Boredom. Creative play. Relational engagement. In a culture where something is always on, children are losing the natural rhythms that form identity: sitting, walking, listening, asking, and wondering. When noise fills every space, wisdom has no room to rise. Dr. Kathy reminds parents that quiet is not empty. Quiet is formative. It's where discernment grows, where creativity sparks, where the Holy Spirit speaks. Identity is shaped not by constant input but by repeated relational moments in which children feel known and guided. This episode challenges parents to reconsider not just how much media their kids consume, but whether screens are crowding out the spaces where character, connection, and confidence are built. Check out Dr. Kathy's book on this topic, Screens and Teens, here>>

    The Business Method Podcast: High-Performance & Entrepreneurship
    Ep. 571 |Transforming The North Face: Leadership Lessons from Outdoor Legend Kenneth “Hap” Klopp

    The Business Method Podcast: High-Performance & Entrepreneurship

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 65:24


    In this episode of The Business Method Podcast, host Chris Reynolds sits down with Kenneth “Hap” Klopp, the legendary former CEO who transformed The North Face from a small outdoor brand into a globally recognized powerhouse. From his early days growing up in Spokane, Washington, to leading one of the most iconic outdoor apparel companies in the world, Hap shares the leadership philosophy that drove his success, one rooted in understanding people, building authentic culture, and balancing commercial growth with environmental responsibility. Hap opens up about how The North Face built demand rather than simply following it, the innovative branding strategies that helped define the company, and the importance of storytelling in creating lasting brand value. He also reflects on sustainability, employee engagement, and how true innovation often comes from staying focused on long-term purpose rather than short-term wins. Today, Hap continues to inspire future entrepreneurs through teaching and mentorship, sharing decades of hard-earned lessons about leadership, resilience, and building meaningful businesses. This episode is packed with insights on brand-building, sustainability, leadership, and innovation straight from one of the outdoor industry's most influential pioneers.  Episode Highlights: 00:00 Introduction to Hap Klopp and The North Face 01:27 Hap Klopp's Early Inspirations and Philosophy 03:49 Challenges and Lessons in Business 07:19 Building The North Face Brand 12:18 Environmental Commitment and Innovations 16:10 The Impact and Legacy of The North Face 19:06 Company Culture and Employee Development 23:37 Branding and Storytelling 29:54 Chapters of Growth and Survival 32:13 Maintaining Employee Engagement 35:19 Creating Demand vs. Following Demand 37:40 The Importance of Focus and Survival 43:10 Influencer Marketing Before It Was Cool 46:28 The Myth of Overnight Success 48:35 Lessons from Bucky Fuller 51:29 Connecting with Nature 01:00:05 Final Thoughts and Resources    Connect with Hap Klopp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hapklopp/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hap-klopp-b3b976/ Twitter (X): https://x.com/HapKlopp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ALMOSTbyHap/  Subscribe to The Business Method Podcast  Website: https://www.thebusinessmethod.com/  Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/TheBusinessMethod  Spotify: http://bit.ly/SpotifyTheBusinessMethod  Follow Chris Reynolds: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn — @chrisreynoldslive  https://linktr.ee/ChrisReynoldsLive

    Real Things Living
    From Ivy League to Homeless: The Art of the Comeback with Ken Miller

    Real Things Living

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 35:05


    If you think your past defines your future, this story of Ivy League success, 20 years of homelessness, and ultimate redemption will change your mind.Ken Miller joins Brigitte Cutshall to share his powerful journey from being a National Merit Scholar at Dartmouth to spending two decades battling addiction, homelessness, and incarceration. Now 21 years sober and a successful business owner, Ken discusses the "internal problem" behind addiction, the courage required to face childhood trauma, and how he transitioned from a life of "negative secrets" to becoming a kind, gentle mentor for the next generation.3 Key Takeaways(1) Own Your Truth, Lose the Power: Healing begins by "turning the lights on" in the rooms of your past. By speaking his "big secrets" aloud, Ken stripped them of their power to cause him pain or shame.(2) The Myth of the "Why": While trauma and environment are factors (antecedents), Ken emphasizes that rationalizing bad behavior through past pain prevents true recovery. Accountability is the first step toward change.(3) Service as Self-Care: One of the fastest ways to build self-worth is to get "outside of yourself." Helping others—whether through formal mentoring or simply calling a lonely relative—creates the value you might feel you're lacking.Grab a copy of Ken Miller's book, Becoming Ken, on Amazon - https://amzn.to/4tDHdwA

    Behavioral Grooves Podcast
    Throwback Thursday: The Myth of the "Relationship Spark" | Logan Ury

    Behavioral Grooves Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 88:37


    Love is in the air this Valentine's Day...or is that science? Today, we're throwing it back to 2021, when we had the privilege of chatting with Logan Ury, Director of Relationship Science at Hinge, about the challenges people face in modern dating. From getting ready for a first date to maintaining a relationship long term, Logan gives us valuable insights and advice on how to overcome common hurdles and make the most out of each stage or the dating life.  So, the question of the day is - are you a maximizer, satisficer, or romanticizer? Tune in to find out.  Links About Logan How Not to Die Alone by Logan Ury Music Links Hamilton - Satisfied Chance the Rapper - Coloring Book

    Getting Hammered
    The Myth of the Moderate Dem & Super Bowl Gab

    Getting Hammered

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 65:05


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