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Send us a textDecember 23“Take a breath. Today we lean into anticipation, letting our hearts grow soft and open to the miracle of Jesus' coming.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textDecember 22“Welcome to this quiet pause. Today we remember that God delights to meet us in ordinary moments — even the December swirl.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textDecember 21“Pause with me for a moment. Today we look for God's light in every shadow, trusting the One who came as Light for the world.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textDecember 20“Let's settle our hearts. Today we pause to breathe in God's peace — the peace that guards our hearts and steadies our thoughts.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textDecember 19“Welcome. As Christmas draws near, let's pause to remember why He came: love, redemption, and new beginnings.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a text“Take a breath. Today we pause to listen — because God often speaks the loudest in the quietest moments.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textThanks for taking a moment to pause. Today we're leaning into God's gentle invitation: ‘Come to Me, and I will give you rest.'”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textPause with me. Whether today feels light or heavy, Jesus steps into it with compassion and strength.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textWelcome to this quiet space. Today we remember that God's love comes wrapped in grace, not perfection.”Also--Watch for my upcoming webinar: LUMINA--2026 RESET.REGISTER ON MY WEBSITE www.patlayton.net Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textTake a breath!Today's pause invites us to find wonder again — the same wonder that filled the night sky over Bethlehem.”Also--Watch for my upcoming webinar: LUMINA--2026 RESET.REGISTER ON MY WEBSITE www.patlayton.net Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a text“Let's pause for a moment of gratitude. Even in the messy middle of December, God is faithfully weaving good things.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a text“Welcome. Today we take a gentle breath and turn our attention toward the Savior who sees us, knows us, and meets us right where we are.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a text“Pause with me for a moment of stillness. Christmas peace isn't found in the calendar — it's found in Christ.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a text“Let's settle in. Today we pause to remember that God's timing is perfect, His promises steady, and His love unhurried.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a text“Welcome to Permission to Pause. As we light the candles of our week, may Jesus light the quiet corners of our hearts.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textDecember 8“Take a deep breath. Today we slow down long enough to let God's joy rise within us — not the noisy kind, but the steady, soul-deep kind.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a text“Let's pause together and look for the small, sacred ways God is moving in our December. His presence is the gift we never outgrow.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a text“Thanks for joining this quiet moment. Today's pause reminds us that God still whispers peace into places we didn't know needed healing.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a text“Welcome back. As we enter today's pause, let your soul lean into hope — the kind only heaven can give.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textDecember 4“Take a breath, friend. Today we pause to make room for Jesus, the One who comes close even when life feels rushed or weary.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a text“Thanks for pausing with me today. In the middle of the to-dos and twinkling lights, let's remember Emmanuel — God with us — right here in this moment.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

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Send us a text“Welcome to Permission to Pause. Today we breathe in the peace that only Jesus brings. Let's settle our hearts and begin the journey toward Christmas with quiet expectation.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textThere's something about December that holds both incredible beauty and unexpected pressure. Lights twinkle… calendars fill… expectations rise… and our hearts can so easily drift into overwhelm without us even noticing.If I'm honest, friend, this time of year often invites me into a deeper reliance on Jesus—not because everything is peaceful, but because everything isn't. And maybe you've felt that too.I found myself praying recently, “Lord, help me not miss You in the middle of all the noise.”Out of that simple prayer, something new was born— a way to slow down, breathe, and invite God's presence into the small corners of each December day.Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textJesus said in Matthew 5: “Love your enemies… pray for those who persecute you.” Not exactly the warm holiday verse we were hoping for, right?But maybe… maybe He knew that family gatherings, unresolved tension, old wounds, and differing beliefs would make this command painfully practical.This week I've been praying about a few people I'll see whose presence feels… tender. Not unsafe. Just complicated.Maybe you know that feeling too.As I prayed, the Lord reminded me: “Pat, you don't need to fix them. Just love them the way I love you.”Lets' Pause and think about that!  Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textThis week, we're pausing around a theme many of us need right now: loving beyond lovable.Jesus said in Matthew 5: “Love your enemies… pray for those who persecute you.” Not exactly the warm holiday verse we were hoping for, right?But maybe… maybe He knew that family gatherings, unresolved tension, old wounds, and differing beliefs would make this command painfully practical.This week I've been praying about a few people I'll see whose presence feels… tender. Not unsafe. Just complicated.Maybe you know that feeling too.As I prayed, the Lord reminded me: “Pat, you don't need to fix them. Just love them the way I love you.”Loving beyond lovable isn't about denying truth or ignoring boundaries— it's about choosing peace over proving… grace over grumbling… compassion over being right. Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Kennst du das Gefühl, ständig eine verstopfte Nase zu haben – besonders in der kalten Jahreszeit? In dieser kurzen Folge spricht Ursula über eine einfache, aber wirkungsvolle Routine: die tägliche Nasenspülung. Sie erzählt, wie sie selbst jahrelang mit Nebenhöhlenbeschwerden zu tun hatte und wie sich durch die regelmäßige Nasenreinigung vieles verändert hat – nicht nur die Atmung, sondern auch das allgemeine Wohlbefinden. Im Ayurveda gilt die Nasenspülung als ebenso selbstverständlich wie Händewaschen: Sie schützt vor Infekten, klärt die Sinne, stärkt die Konzentration und hält die Schleimhäute gesund. **Du möchtest tiefer ins Tun kommen?** Dieser Impuls stammt direkt aus unserem JADEFLOWER108 Online Circle! JETZT KOSTENLOS TEIL DER JADEFLOWER108 COMMUNITY WERDEN! Wenn du genug vom theoretischen Wissen hast und ins praktische Tun kommen willst, dann werde kostenlos Mitglied! ➡️ Hier kostenlos bewerben & sofort teilnehmen: https://jadeflower.academy/jadeflower108/ **Das erfährst du in dieser Episode:** - Was Dinacharya im Ayurveda wirklich bedeutet. - Wie Achtsamkeit durch Routinen dein Leben "prickelnder" macht. - Wie achtsame Routinen den Umgang mit dir und deinem Körper verändern. - Warum Ayurveda Meister in der Früherkennung von Dysbalancen ist. **MEHR ÜBER UNS:** **KOSTENFREIE EINSTIEGSANGEBOTE** https://jadeflower.academy/herzlich-willkommen/ [**NEWMOON TALKS - kostenfrei!**](https://jadeflower.academy/newmoontalk/) WebSite: [www.jadeflower.academy](https://jadeflower.academy/) Instagram: [@jadeflower.academy](https://www.instagram.com/jadeflower.academy/) Youtube: [www.youtube.com/@jadeflower.academy](https://www.youtube.com/@jadeflower.academy) Impressum [www.jadeflower.academy](https://jadeflower.academy/impressum/)

Send us a textWhen Elijah fled to the wilderness, worn out and afraid, God didn't meet him in the wind, the earthquake, or the fire. Those powerful displays came and went, but the Lord's presence wasn't in them. Instead, Elijah heard Him in a gentle whisper—a sound so soft that he had to lean in close to recognize it. (1 Kings 19:11–12) In that quiet moment, God reminded Elijah—and us—that His voice doesn't compete with the noise of the world. It comes in the stillness, when our hearts are quiet enough to listen. The whisper of God is intimate, personal, and full of peace. It's not the shout of condemnation, but the tender voice that restores our strength and calls us forward again.PAUSE and HEAR HIS VOICE Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textWhen discouragement tries to pull us away, gratitude calls us back to our roots. Look around—name three small blessings. Say them out loud. Gratitude isn't a feeling; it's a choice that reclaims joy.  Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Episode Summary Broadcasting live from the ICMI conference in Orlando, Amas and Bob discuss the evolving role of AI in contact centers, the ongoing struggle for strategic recognition, and welcome special guest Bianca, who shares her unique perspective on running HR as a contact center at Michigan State University. Key Topics & Timestamps 00:00 - Opening & Conference Impressions Podcast introduction (running since 2020, available on all platforms) Day 2 reflections from ICMI conference The shift in AI messaging: less prominent on vendor backdrops than previous year 03:00 - The Strategic Positioning Problem Why contact centers remain viewed as cost centers despite being more strategic than ever The CFO's perspective and the "drive to zero" mentality AHT obsession vs. strategic value creation 05:21 - The Power of Storytelling Bob's insights on communicating with executives The binder story: metrics vs. narrative Marketing's lesson: taking credit for soft impact Getting CFOs to sit with agents (the "three clicks vs. 19 clicks" story) 10:01 - Guest Interview: Bianca Pryson Background: retail, waitressing, Urban Outfitters merchandiser How she "fell into" HR customer service at MSU Managing a 3-person contact center handling 10,000+ calls and 10,000+ emails annually 14:35 - Putting the Human Back in Human Resources Training team on de-escalation and service basics Philosophy: servant leadership + customer-centric approach Treating unit HR as primary customers The "useless in email" turnaround story 21:24 - The Tips Debate Amas's controversial proposal: tips for contact center agents Bianca's counter: extra PTO as tips Under $50 purchase discussion (travel charger vs. Neti pot) 23:38 - When HR IS the Contact Center "Who polices the police?" Zero complaints or escalations since taking the role Using Genesys (not yet using AI capabilities) 26:00 - Technology & Generational Preferences Gen Z wants chatbots and modern tech Contact center as talent pipeline HR chatbot pilot program coming 28:15 - Final Advice Help HR understand the contact center's role Internal customer service = external customer service Contact centers should be talent funnels for the organization Guest Bio Bianca  is the HR Customer Service Experience Manager at Michigan State University, where she leads a team serving over 50,000 students, 6,000 faculty/staff, and 10,000+ retirees. With a background in retail management and customer service, she transformed MSU's HR service delivery by implementing contact center best practices and achieving zero escalations since taking the role. Key Takeaways AI isn't going away - it's just not the flashy selling point it was; companies are focusing on service improvement outcomes instead Stories > Metrics - National Speakers Association wisdom: spend 80% of time on stories, 20% on data when communicating with executives Contact centers remain undervalued - despite increased strategic importance, most still lack a "seat at the table" and are viewed as cost centers Internal service = External service - Research shows poor internal customer service directly leads to poor external customer service The contact center talent pipeline - Smart organizations use contact centers as funnels to develop and promote talent throughout the organization Small contact centers face unique challenges - With only 3 people handling 20,000+ annual interactions, operational efficiency becomes critical Gen Z wants technology - Modern contact center tech is a competitive advantage for attracting younger talent This episode was recorded live with a studio audience at the ICMI Conference in Orlando.  

Send us a textToday, we're getting real about something that every woman of faith faces: the thoughts that whisper “You can't.”We're right in the middle of our Esther Series, and this week we're getting practical. If you've ever thought things like:I'm not enough.I'm too late.I don't have what it takes.…then this one's for you.These are what I call limiting beliefs—the subtle lies that hold us back from walking fully in the purpose God has placed within us. But here's the good news: each one can be crushed with God's Word and a renewed mind.Let's walk through the Top 5 Limiting Beliefs that hold Christian women back—and the truth that sets us free. Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textOur divine assignments are not about never feeling afraid. They're about choosing faith over fear—obedience over hesitation—even when your knees are shaking.Like Esther, you don't need a perfect résumé, a flawless past, or a detailed plan. You just need the willingness to say YES to God.So pause and ask yourself:“Where in my life is God calling me to step up, even though I feel unqualified?”Your Esther moment might not look like standing before a king. It might look like:Starting or joining that ministry that sets your soul on fire.Writing the book that's been on your heart.Launching that faith-fueled business.Or having that difficult, but necessary, conversation.Whatever it is, remember—you are here, right now, for such a time as this.Don't let imposter syndrome keep you small or silent. Like Esther, step forward in faith—and watch what God will do.Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textGreetings and welcome to Permission to Pause--The YOU TUBE version of this podcast is available at https://www.youtube.com/@patlaytonauthorThe Unstuck Woman Club mentioned is here: https://www.skool.com/the-unstuck-woman-club/about?ref=868be979afca4d5cb0fa88fe4bfa8da0Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textWelcome to Permission to Pause--I am excited to share this episode with you about PAUSING to consider the health of a happy marriage! with my friend ARLENE PELLICANE .Arlene is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books including Parents Rising, Making Marriage Easier, and Screen Kids (coauthored with Dr. Gary Chapman). Arlene has been featured on popular media outlets including The Today Show, Fox & Friends, Focus on the Family, FamilyLife Today, The 700 Club, and the Wall Street Journal. She is the spokesperson for National Marriage Week and has been happily married to her husband, James, for more than 25 years. Arlene earned her BA from Biola University and her master's in journalism from Regent University. Arlene inspires parents to raise children who are ready for life (not just playing video games). As an advocate of delaying smartphones and social media, her three children are living a revolutionary digital life and thriving. Arlene lives with her family in San Diego. To learn more, visit ArlenePellicane.com.Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

What's worse, brain eating amoeba from tap water or radioactive wasps? Oh wait... It's anchovies.PLUS: What's getting under Trey's skin today?The Treehouse is a daily DFW based comedy podcast and radio show. Leave your worries outside and join Dan O'Malley, Trey Trenholm, Raj Sharma, and their guests for laughs about current events, stupid news, and the comedy that is their lives. If it's stupid, it's in here.The Treehouse WebsiteGet MORE from the Treehouse Show on PatreonGet a FREE roof inspection from the best company in DFW:Cook DFW Roofing & Restoration CLICK HERE TO DONATE:The RMS Treehouse Listeners FoundationLINKS:Woman dies from brain-eating amoeba after using Neti pot with tap water - CBS NewsRadioactive wasp nests at South Carolina nuclear site raise worries about possible contamination, leaksRanking Americans' most hated foods | YouGov

Send us a textThere have been seasons in my life when I've felt completely uncertain about my next step. Times when I prayed for neon signs, and all I got was a whisper. Times when everything around me looked good on the outside, but my soul was tired of guessing my way forward.That's what led me to create a brand-new devotional resource called A Quiet Moment — it's a 7-FREE day journey into clarity, direction, and purpose. And it's not just for “when life falls apart.” It's for those in-between seasons… the ones that feel foggy and quiet… when we're longing to hear God's voice again.Each day includes one scripture — like Psalm 119:105:“Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”Not a floodlight… not a spotlight… a lamp. Just enough light for the next step.GRAB the FREE PDF and many more freebies from my website at www.patlayton.net Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Radio Crystal Blue Top 100 All-Time Artist Countdown This special countdown covers the top 100 artists ranked by annual chart placement, covering the years 2003 to 2024. Artists are ranked by their entire body of work, not 1 song or one album. I actually ranked a total of 211 artists, but I keep it to the top 100 for sake of the countdown. Here's numbers 100 through 91. For each artist I picked one song that seemed to be best representative of their work, or otherwise their most popular. I am counting down these artists, 10 a time until we reach 10-1. Download/stream/share this show, in the same RSS feed as my standard podcast. This portion of the countdown was published 7/2/05HOW TO LISTEN:These are the songs from the latest Radio Crystal Blue podcast episode. I mentioned the latest news and upcoming shows for each artist. The show was published on 6/22/25 Next shows should be published around 7/1/25.LISTEN:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Wlzu3cFXU5LAYAvGx4u4TAnchor: https://anchor.fm/radiocblueAmazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a7049581-79d4-44dc-9d93-20a0f95fc0aa/Radio-Crystal-BlueStitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/radio-crystal-blueApple Music: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/radio-crystal-blue/id1358998494Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1358998494/radio-crystal-blueCastbox: https://castbox.fm/channel/id1204385Breaker: https://www.breaker.audio/radio-crystal-blueRadio Public: https://radiopublic.com/radio-crystal-blue-GEzylNPocket Casts: http://pca.st/J7ffMixcloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/radiocblue/Internet Archive: http://www.archive.org (search by publish date)Google Podcasts: bit.ly/2KS80Player.fm https://player.fm/series/radio-crystal-blueiHeartRadio: https://iheart.com/podcast/216445467/Goodpods: https://goodpods.com/podcasts/radio-crystal-blue-579171RSS: https://anchor.fm/s/d45a80/podcast/rssOpening theme Ada Rovatti & Elephunk -"Gottcha" For Rent www.adarovatti.com 100: DRIVIN N' CRYIN www.drivinncryin.com I aired "Free Ain't Free" from their 2020 album Live The Love Beautiful99: DANIELLE MIRAGLIAwww.daniellem.com I aired "Drive" from her 2011 album "Box Of Troubles"98: FRENCHY & THE PUNK www.frenchyandthepunk.comI aired "Mon Souvenir" from their 2022 album "Zen Ghost" 97: MARY GAUTHIERwww.marygauthier.comI aired "Walking Each Other Home" from her 2014 album "Trouble and Love"96: JOANNE JUSKUS www.joannejuskus.comI aired "Breathing Underwater" from her 2001 self-title album 95 THE ALTERNATE ROUTES www.thealternateroutes.com I aired "California" from their 2007 album "Good And Reckless And True" 94: MIKE FIELDwww.mikeieldjazz.com I aired "The Hotel By The Mansion" from his 2018 album "True Stories"93: KENNY WHITEwww.kennywhitemusic.netI aired "Shoot The Moon" from his 2004 album "Symphony In 16 Bars" 92: ANNA DAGMARwww.annadagmar.comI aired "One More Time In The Air' from her self-titled 2001 album (listed as Anna Dagmar Johnson)91: JULIE LOYD www.julieloydmusic.com I aired "More Than I Meant To" from her 2004 album "The Waiting Room" Closing music: TJ Rehmi "You Are We Am I (Red Mix) - The Warm Chill Running time: 1 hour, 15 minutes

Independent Music A Conversation With Allen Halas of website BreakingAndEntering.netI have over 15 years in and around independent music, formerly as a producer, and eventually a writer and content creator. I currently write full time for OnMilwaukee, the city's largest digital outlet. My music website, Breaking And Entering, has focused on independent music with daily content since 2014.Link:https://breakingandentering.net/TAGS:Business Owner,Creative,Creativity,Music,Music Influencer,Self-Employed,Side Hustle,Small Business,Sport Journalist,Writer,Independent Music A Conversation With Allen Halas of website BreakingAndEntering,Phantom Electric Ghost Podcast,Podcast,Podcasting,Interview,PodmatchSupport PEG by checking out our Sponsors:Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription.The best tool for getting podcast guests:https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghostSubscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content:https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/Subscribe to our YouTube https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRprRSShttps://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rssSubstackhttps://substack.com/@phantomelectricghost?utm_source=edit-profile-page

Hey everyone, and welcome back to My Sister's TBR! We're Stacey and Rebecca, and we're BACK from our little summer hiatus—tanned, caffeinated, and bookishly overachieving (well, we're trying at least). We hope your June was full of iced lattes, shady reading spots, and at least one swoony fictional man who ruined real-life dating forever.In this episode, we're wrapping up all the reads from June: the hits, the flops, the age gap cowboys, and one very controversial YA tearjerker. Plus, we're spilling some bookish tea with adaptation news and announcing our July featured read! Buckle up: it's a long one.Bookish News!* People We Meet on Vacation is getting a movie adaptation starring Tom Blythe and Emily Batterer (screaming!).* The Mindfck Series* by S.T. Abbey is getting a TV adaptation (!!!)* Tom Felton is BACK as Draco Malfoy in the Cursed Child Broadway production.* Elsie Silver's Rose Hill series and Lauren Roberts' Powerless are getting the screen treatment.* Aaaaand we're about to live in a golden age of Emily Henry adaptations. Bring it on.What We Read in JuneStacey's Stack (9 Books!)* The Hunger Games Trilogy by Suzanne Collins – 5 stars across the board. Reading this as a 30-something hits way harder than it did at 16. Still obsessed with Peeta. Still ready to fight President Snow in the street.* Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins – Another 5 stars. Haymitch's story broke our hearts and then broke them again. Best in the series? Possibly.* Death Row by Freida McFadden – 2 stars. Frida, babe, go to bed.* A Thousand Boy Kisses by Tillie Cole – 3 stars. Religious trauma triggers, but beautifully written. Just... rough waters emotionally.* Better Luck Next Time by Cara Bastone – 3 stars. Time-traveling romance with emotional damage. Not her best, but still enjoyable.* Chasing the Wild by Elliot Rose – 3 stars. Age-gap cowboy romance. Spicy and dramatic, but the writing felt a bit green.* I Died on a Tuesday by Jane Corry – 2 stars. Too many POVs, too many timelines, too many headaches.* Problematic Summer Romance by Ali Hazelwood – 4 stars. Age-gap summer fling in Sicily. Sweet, smart, and a little bit sizzling.Rebecca's Stack (5 Books)* Death Row by Freida McFadden – 2 stars. "What the hell did I just read?" —Rebecca* The Exception to the Rule by Christina Lauren – 5 stars. Email banter romance PERFECTION.* The Worst Wingman Ever by Abby Jimenez – 5 stars. Anonymous Valentine's Day notes. Grandma wisdom. Neti pot revenge.* Rosie and the Dreamboat by Sally Thorne – 5 stars. Float pod disaster turns firefighter flirtfest. We approve.* Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - we'll discuss this one soon ;)July Featured Read ✨ We're back on our Emily Henry bullsh*t. This month's pick is Great Big Beautiful Life – a summer-set contemporary romance featuring rival biographers, secret NDAs, and a whole lot of slow-burn energy. It's giving enemies-to-lovers at an island writing retreat. Let's gooooo. That's a wrap on June! Don't forget to leave us a comment on Spotify, follow us on Instagram, and read along with our July book club pick. We'll be back in two weeks with more chaotic updates and some July new release chatter.Toodles! Get full access to My Sister's TBR at www.mysisterstbr.com/subscribe

Send us a textWelcome to today's episode of Permission to Pause! I'm so excited to share something that's been a labor of love behind the scenes—my newly updated website is officially live, and it's designed with YOU in mind.In this episode, I'm walking you through the heart behind the update and giving you a peek at the services I now offer to help women like you heal from the past, find clarity in the present, and dream courageously for the future.Whether you're longing to share your story, step into your calling, or simply need a soft place to land for a season of healing and purpose—there's something here for you.I'll introduce:Freedom Flower Life Mapping – a tool to uncover your story and God's purpose in it.Imagine Me...Set Free – a path for healing and forgiveness.Private Coaching & Workshops – one-on-one and group options to help you move forward.Resources and Devotionals to help you pause with intention and draw closer to God in your everyday.This is more than a website—it's a gathering place for women who are ready to live unstuck, to rise up in faith, and to steward their stories with confidence and hope.Tune in, take a deep breath, and let's discover how you can step into this next season with clarity and courage.Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

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For as long as we've been reviewing beers, Craig has struggled with perceiving the Mosaic hop's aroma and flavors to the point that we've diagnosed him with the first-ever case of Mosaic Blindness. So Ryan set out to cure (or torment) his friend by tracking down five all-Mosaic beers to learn what makes this complex hop just so dang elusive for Craig. Also, Ryan's got a game for eagle-eared radio listeners in new cities; Craig's excited he finally got accepted into MIT; and we think we should've incorporated a dry-hopped Neti pot in all this.  Beers Reviewed Werk Force Brewing Company - Reverb (Hazy IPA) Scorched Earth Brewing Co. - Sloppy Kisser (IPA) Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. - Sosus (Double IPA) Mikerphone Brewing - Super Special Sauce (New England-style Double IPA) Penrose Brewing Company & Riverlands Brewing Company - Anniversary Boots (Hazy Double IPA)  

Send us a textTitle: Five Questions to Reflect on Your Season of LifeDescription: Welcome to Permission to Pause, Episode 105! In today's special episode, we're taking a deeper kind of pause — one that invites reflection, connection, and spiritual growth. Pat shares five powerful questions to help you discern the season you're in, dream a little bigger, and step closer to your God-given purpose. Whether you're navigating challenges, dreaming of new adventures, or simply seeking a moment to breathe, this episode will guide you into a meaningful, prayerful pause.Plus, discover free downloadable resources, a brand-new mini-course opportunity, and a special invitation to join Pat's private Facebook group and Zoom coaching sessions this May! Find everything you need at patlayton.net.Key Highlights:Reflect on your biggest challenge todayDream about your "fairy godmother" adventureIdentify the problem you were born to solveTake your first small step toward changing the worldCelebrate your most memorable moment so far this yearResources Mentioned:

FREE book, social medias & more: https://allmylinks.com/isaacw On today's episode of the Occult Symbolism and Pop Culture with Isaac Weishaupt podcast we're joined by the legendary UFO researcher Dr Jacques Vallée!! We'll talk about a variety of subject that will look at the UFO Phenomenon through the lens of the Occult: the origins of the ARPANet/Internet and its goals for evolving humanity, Occult practices for manifesting UFOs, Jack Parsons sex magick rituals, Rosicrucian interests and friendship of Dr J. Allen Hynek, the power of the desert and the spiritual component of the Phenomenon with the Collins Elite and Satan!I'll also be discussing the revelations that were being made during this interview on "Breaking Social Norms" podcast with Josie Weishaupt (BreakingSocialNorms.com)- we're going to unpack some possible subtexts like James Shelby Downard, Alchemy and J. Allen Hyneck's occult interests! COMING SOON- Subscribe to Breaking Social Norms podcast on your podcast app!Dr Jacques Vallee links:Pick up Forbidden Science 6 by Dr Jacques Vallée now! https://a.co/d/cuybuTkHis website: https://www.jacquesvallee.netI've got several interviews related to Dr Jacques Vallée associates you've GOT to check out:UFO Disclosure Secret Societies Synchronicity and the Alien Spirituality Religion with American Cosmic Author Dr. Diana Pasulka! https://www.illuminatiwatcher.com/ufo-disclosure-secret-societies-synchronicity-and-the-alien-spirituality-religion-with-american-cosmic-author-dr-diana-pasulkaDr Diana Pasulka ENCOUNTERS: Birth of the UFO Religion, A.I. Aliens, Evolution of Man & Sacred Place UFO Debris! https://illuminatiwatcher.com/dr-diana-pasulka-encounters-birth-of-the-ufo-religion-a-i-aliens-evolution-of-man-sacred-place-ufo-debris/Paola Harris and the 1945 Trinity UFO Crash: Aliens Nuclear Portals & Unexplained Artifacts! https://www.illuminatiwatcher.com/paolo-harris-and-the-1945-trinity-ufo-crash-aliens-nuclear-portals-unexplained-artifactsBreaking Social Norms podcast will have a post-interview analysis up soon with some major findings connecting to Occult lore; subscribe so you don't miss it!Breaking Social Norms podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-social-norms/id1557527024Breaking Social Norms podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6YO54hDZao6AjFUhevT1RAShow sponsors- Get discounts while you support the show and do a little self improvement!*CopyMyCrypto.com/Isaac is where you can copy James McMahon's crypto holdings- listeners get access for just $1 WANT MORE?... Check out my UNCENSORED show with my wife, Breaking Social Norms: https://breakingsocialnorms.com/GRIFTER ALLEY- get bonus content AND go commercial free + other perks:*PATREON.com/IlluminatiWatcher : ad free, HUNDREDS of bonus shows, early access AND TWO OF MY BOOKS! (The Dark Path and Kubrick's Code); you can join the conversations with hundreds of other show supporters here: Patreon.com/IlluminatiWatcher (*Patreon is also NOW enabled to connect with Spotify! https://rb.gy/hcq13)*VIP SECTION: Due to the threat of censorship, I set up a Patreon-type system through MY OWN website! IIt's even setup the same: FREE ebooks, Kubrick's Code video! Sign up at: https://illuminatiwatcher.com/members-section/*APPLE PREMIUM: If you're on the Apple Podcasts app- just click the Premium button and you're in! NO more ads, Early Access, EVERY BONUS EPISODE More from Isaac- links and special offers:*BREAKING SOCIAL NORMS podcast, Index of EVERY episode (back to 2014), Signed paperbacks, shirts, & other merch, Substack, YouTube links & more: https://allmylinks.com/isaacw *STATEMENT: This show is full of Isaac's useless opinions and presented for entertainment purposes. Audio clips used in Fair Use and taken from YouTube videos.  

Send us a textJoin me, Pat Layton, on the Permission to Pause Podcast as we dive into episode 104, a moment to truly reflect on the seasons of life. This episode is an invitation to pause amidst the hustle, to breathe deeply, and to find your place in God's plan. Whether you're in a season of blossoming or pruning, rediscover where you are right now with our seasonal life inventory. Visit my website, patlayton.net for a free quiz and resources to guide you. Let's pause together and embrace the season we're in. Subscribe and share if this message resonates with you!Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Send us a textIntroduction: The Essential PauseIn today's fast-paced world, it's easy to become overwhelmed by the unending to-do lists and the constant hustle. We often find ourselves yearning for a moment of peace—a space to simply breathe and reconnect with our inner selves and with God. That is exactly what the Permission to Pause podcast, hosted by Pat Layton, aims to offer: a sanctuary where we can intentionally step away from life's noise and find rest in God's presence.The Invitation to PauseIn the latest episode of Permission to Pause, Pat Layton welcomes us into her "she Shed," a space dedicated to retreating from the chaos and meeting with God. She emphasizes the importance of pausing and seeking direction from Him, especially during times when we feel the weight of our responsibilities. Drawing from Matthew 6:6, Pat reminds us of Jesus's invitation to find a quiet place and engage in honest communication with God. It's in these moments of solitude and stillness that we can experience His grace.Enjoy!Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

When theologian Todd Billings received a diagnosis of incurable blood cancer, he described his imminent mortality as like lights in distant rooms turning off or flickering. “As the father of a one- and three-year-old, I tended to think of the next few decades as an open expanse, assuming I would see Neti and Nathaniel grow and mature. . . . But in being diagnosed . . . there is a narrowing that takes place.” In thinking about these limitations, Billings reflected on Psalm 31, how God set David in a “spacious place” (v. 8). Although David spoke of being afflicted by his enemies, he knew that God was his refuge and place of safety (v. 2). Through this song, David voiced his trust in God: “My times are in your hands” (v. 15). Billings follows David in placing his hope in God. Although this theologian, husband, and father faces a narrowing in life, he agrees that he also lives in a spacious place. Why? Because God’s victory over death through Christ’s sacrifice means that we dwell in Christ, “the most spacious place imaginable.” As he explains, “What could be more broad and expansive than to share in His life by the Holy Spirit?” We too may cry in lament, but we can take refuge in God, asking Him to lead us and guide us (vv. 1, 3). With David we can affirm that we live in a spacious place.