Podcasts about normalcy

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Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar acknowledges Mental Health Awareness Month (MHAM).Mental Health America was established this observance in May 1949 to increase awareness of mental health issues, reduce stigma, celebrate recovery, and provide resources for individuals and communities.  I am thrilled to welcome Sean Martin as this year's MHAM special guest. Sean is the executive producer, guitarist, and vocalist behind the Quarantined. Singing in community choirs from the age of four in Fort Bragg, CA, and playing guitar by age twelve, Sean is a 2012 Musicians Institute alumnus with an A.A. in Guitar Performance and Music Industry Studies. An award-winning vocalist in high school, he placed in Regional and State Honor Choirs and earned a Lenaea Award as a writer and actor for the one-act play The Black Widow Project (Best Docudrama, 2003), directed by Meg Patterson. Sean Martin served in the U.S. Army Airborne Infantry (3/509th PIR, 4th Brigade, 25th Infantry Division) from 2004–2007, deploying to Iraq from October 2006 to September 2007. He is now an outspoken advocate for veterans' mental health and the therapeutic use of cannabis for PTSD. Independently owned and operated, The Quarantined continues to release music defined by substance, intensity, and purpose. In partnership with Free2Luv.org, the project pushes toward a more inclusive and conscious future—setting a new standard for DIY music on an international scale.  In 2010, Sean and several former students at the Musicians Institute in Hollywood, California, began to perform music together as the Quarantined.  Throughout 2010 to 2013, the band blended raw musical force with vivid imagery, creating songs that confront politics, trauma, addiction, and the cost of modern life.  In 2013, the Quarantined released their self-titled extended play, and throughout the mid-2010s, the band's music presence expanded with high-profile shows. In 2016, the band released another EP, Antiquate Hate, which earned international press coverage, radio play in 13 countries, and widespread rotation on US college radio.  Five years later, Sean Martin shifted the Quarantined into a solo venture. He traveled from Florida to Boston and back to Los Angeles, performing at numerous open mic nights in support of upcoming material and partnering with Plaid Dog Records with a successful crowdfunding campaign that led to the release of “One Last Chance” and “Instagram Hell.”  In 2025, Sean recorded, executive-produced, and released Aversion to Normalcy, which is a cathartic confrontation with trauma, resilience, and the illusion of “normal” in a fractured world. The release has generated international press, surpassed 1 million Spotify streams, and accumulated over 40 million views on TikTok—cementing Sean as a distinctive voice in modern rock.  On this edition of The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast, Sean Martin shared the Quarantined's origin story, the stories behind their most-streamed Spotify songs, and how he used his music to have mental health dialogues with his fans.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support.

Today on Too Opinionated, we're joined by Sean Martin of the grunge/punk/metal project:

Have Christians today accepted a life that is sub-normal to what Jesus promised and what we read about the first Christians? If so, how do we address this?  Watch the video version of this sermon.  Check out my blog, my other podcasts, my books, and so much more at http://linktr.ee/craigtowens  ►► Would you please prayerfully consider supporting this ministry? My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎

In this special bonus show, Gaslit Nation reminds you that Hitler and Trump rose to power in very similar ways, and why we must stay grounded in that historical truth. The fate of the world literally depends on it. The Holocaust and World War II happened, because people didn't want to believe it would be so bad. Normalcy bias is a dangerous coping mechanism.  As the world marks the 81st anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, with Putin, like Hitler, hiding in his bunker, reports of his hands shaking, of parades canceled or scaled back across Russia–it's a reminder that we can stand up to fascism, when we align our will with a higher purpose, like Ukraine and its allies.  To celebrate the power of remembering, and Andrea's birthday (caaaaake!), we're opening this Monday's Gaslit Nation Salon at 4pm E.T. with a reading of the first 10 pages of her screenplay, about the power of forbidden love in a time of fascism. To join us, look out for the Zoom link posted Monday morning on Patreon. This week's bonus show, available in full for our subscribers at the Truth-teller ($5/month) level and higher, we continue on with Gal Beckerman about his new book How to Be a Dissident. Listen to Part I here.  Want to hear Gaslit Nation ad-free? Join our community of listeners for bonus shows, exclusive Q&A sessions, our group chats, invites to live events like our Monday political salons at 4pm ET over Zoom, and more! Sign up at Patreon.com/Gaslit! Show Notes:  How to Be a Dissident https://www.gaslitnationpod.com/episodes-transcripts-20/2026/5/5/how-to-be-a-dissident Putin, 73, Spotted 'In Pain' With Sickly Shriveled Hand https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/putin-73-spotted-pain-sickly-155649060.html Hitler and the Nazis: Evil on Trial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6eIox2vOiA Jessica Valenti on The Heritage Foundation's Plan to Subjugate Women https://jessica.substack.com/p/new-project-2025-250-years-heritage

As parents of children with autism we need to communicate with our children in ways that they understand, and understand them so they can thrive. In today's episode I interview Robert Bernstein. We discuss how to naturally approach cognition in ways to increase both understanding of our children, and how to help with solutions based on their personal thought processes. Skills involved help people of all ages with autism to  speak for the first time, or more clearly than before, build confidence and self esteem, and improve relationship skills with others. This episode also offers resources that parents can learn to assist educators and therapists who work with children with autism.  Robert Bernstein is the founder of the Bernstein Cognitive Method, a Columbia educated autism specialist focusing on relationships and early language, with 35+ years of experience in his private practice and award-winning author of Uniquely Normal, Tapping the Reservoir of Normalcy to Treat Autism (with the foreword by Temple Grandin). Robert J. Bernstein has been treating children on the autism spectrum for more than 35 years. His approach promotes the organic change and growth so many parents want to see in their children.  Rob is an international speaker, featured in Dateline and the New York Times, and is a member of the US Autism Association Advisory Board and the Autism Today Board of Directors. He has consulted with organizations including NYC Department of Education and Bronx Lebanon Hospital... Click Here or Click the link below for more details! https://naturallyrecoveringautism.com/245

In today's episode, we look at figures associated with Hispanic lending in America. Plus, Robbie sits down with Figure's Anthony Stratis (for a discussion on the home equity lending space) and Verus' Dane Smith (for a discussion on innovative loan products). And we close by examining what it would take for oil prices to return to normal levels.Welcome to The Chrisman Commentary, your go-to daily mortgage news podcast, where industry insights meet expert analysis. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, this podcast delivers the latest updates on mortgage rates, capital markets, and the forces shaping the housing finance landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to stay informed, you'll get clear, concise breakdowns of market trends and economic shifts that impact the mortgage world.Thank you to FirstClose, which provides fintech solutions to HELOC and mortgage lenders nationwide. Their home equity lending platform accelerates the home equity lending process, reducing application to closing times from 45 days to less than ten. 

What happens when you come home from war… but your mind doesn't? Sean Martin didn't just serve in the military, he went searching for meaning, purpose, and truth at the highest level. What he found came with a cost. After his service, he was left navigating PTSD, disillusionment, and a reality that no longer felt like home. This conversation goes beyond the surface of "life after service." It explores what it actually feels like to carry those experiences, the internal battles that follow, and the long road back to clarity. Sean shares how he moved from self-medication and breakdown to self-awareness and intentional healing, not by avoiding the pain, but by confronting it head-on. Today, he channels that journey into music, using his project The Quarantined to express what many people can't put into words: trauma, anger, truth, and ultimately, growth. Guest Bio Sean Martin is the creative force behind The Quarantined, a grunge/punk/metal project known for blending aggressive sound with socially conscious themes around trauma, addiction, politics, and modern life. After early success in Southern California's live music scene and international recognition for releases like Point the Finger and Antiquate Hate, Sean expanded the project into a solo-driven vision, leading to the 2025 album Aversion to Normalcy, which has accumulated over 900,000 streams on Spotify. A U.S. Army Airborne Infantry veteran and Musicians Institute–trained artist, Sean brings lived experience into his music, with a strong focus on mental health awareness, particularly for veterans navigating life after service. You'll hear About Why Sean chose the military and what he was really searching for The unseen cost of service and life after combat How PTSD impacts identity, perception, and everyday life The turning point that shifted him toward real healing How music became a tool for expression, processing, and purposeh Chapters 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 02:00 Why Sean Chose the Military 07:00 Searching for Purpose and Identity 11:30 The Reality of Service vs Expectations 15:00 Life After the Military and PTSD 19:30 Self-Medication and Hitting a Breaking Point 23:00 The Psych Ward and a New Perspective 27:00 Facing the Root Cause of Trauma 31:00 Rebuilding Identity and Emotional Awareness 35:00 Tools for Healing and Self-Regulation 39:00 Translating Experience Into Music 42:30 Building an Independent Creative Path 45:30 Perspective, Gratitude, and Moving Forward Chuck's Challenge This week, take a moment to pause and examine your perspective. When something feels overwhelming, ask yourself, "Am I seeing this clearly, or just reacting to it?" Shifting your perspective, even slightly, can change how you move forwar Connect with Sean Website: https://www.thequarantined.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequarantined/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheQuarantined/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@TheQuarantined YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thequarantined LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-martin-42912361/ Connect with Chuck Check out the website: https://www.thecompassionateconnection.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chuck-thuss-a9aa044/ Follow on Instagram: @warriorsunmasked Join the Warriors Unmasked community by subscribing to the show. Together, we're breaking stigmas and shining a light on mental health, one story at a time.

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In this episode of the Risen Fallen Podcast, I sit down with Sean Martin — singer, guitarist, songwriter, and the driving force behind The Quarantined — for a powerful conversation about music, purpose, struggle, and what it means to create something real in a world that rewards conformity. The Quarantined is a grunge/punk/metal project led by Sean, built around socially critical songwriting and themes like politics, trauma, addiction, war, and resilience.   Sean's story goes way deeper than just the music. He's a Musicians Institute alumnus, a longtime performer and songwriter, and a U.S. Army Airborne Infantry veteran who has become an advocate for veterans' mental health and PTSD awareness. His work with The Quarantined reflects that lived experience, blending aggressive rock energy with deeply personal and socially conscious themes.   We also talk about the evolution of The Quarantined, from their earlier releases and live shows in Southern California to newer music like Aversion to Normalcy, the band's 2025 EP recorded in Nashville at Blackbird Studios and Sound Emporium. The release was executive produced by Sean Martin and produced with Nathan Yarborough, with the band's official bio describing it as a cathartic confrontation with trauma, resilience, and the illusion of “normal” in a fractured world.   The band's momentum has been growing fast. Their official site says the recent singles tied to Aversion to Normalcy have surpassed 600,000–900,000 Spotify streams and generated more than 40 million TikTok views, while Apple Music lists Aversion to Normalcy as their latest release and highlights songs like “Nemesis (friend of mine),” “Trendsetter,” “Shadow (on my back),” “Skeleton Chair,” and “Unspoken.” Sean also has press recognition connected to The Quarantined and related releases, with the band's official site citing coverage from Rolling Stone UK, USA Today, and LA Weekly.   If you're into rock podcasts, grunge revival, independent music, songwriting, mental health conversations, veteran stories, PTSD recovery, and authentic artist interviews, this is an episode you'll want to hear.   His links:    Website — https://www.thequarantined.com/  Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/thequarantined/  Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/TheQuarantined/  TikTok — https://www.tiktok.com/@TheQuarantined  Bandcamp — https://thequarantined.bandcamp.com/  Spotify Artist Page — https://open.spotify.com/artist/5mBHj43S2kBEJxxfwHrOSt?si=qrTPnKbCRXmpxVkpJoIHLw YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thequarantined LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-martin-42912361/  Apple Music — https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-quarantined/586506131 Aversion to Normalcy hyperlink— https://too.fm/kdmjayj If you liked the show, help it grow!   Leave a review and rate 5 stars on Apple Podcast, and Spotify!

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When the Great Depression wiped out the myth of the rugged, self-made American hero, the country was left with a massive psychological void. Right on cue, Sigmund Freud's psychoanalysis arrived in the U.S. with refugees fleeing Europe. Freud famously warned that he was bringing America a "plague," but America didn't catch it. Instead, we domesticated it. In Part 2 of Psychotherapy on the Couch, Joel explores how the deep, messy, and uncomfortable theories of the human soul were repackaged to fit American consumerism. We look at how Edward Bernays weaponized his uncle Freud's ideas to invent modern PR and advertising, how a bizarre 1940s contest to find the mathematically "average" person gave birth to the suffocating myth of Normalcy, and how the brutal logistics of World War II forced the military to create a standardized checklist for human suffering—laying the exact groundwork for the modern DSM. If you've ever wondered why we treat mental health like a checklist, the answer starts here. #psychology history, sigmund freud, psychoanalysis, edward bernays, the dsm, mental health podcast, history of therapy, sociology, american history, great depression, world war 2, taproot therapy, cultural critique, mental illness.   Find More information and resources on the blog and website for our Hoover, AL therapy clinic 

Today on America in the MorningTrump's New Iran Ultimatum President Trump is putting the current Iranian leadership on notice, threatening to target and in his words obliterate Iran's civilian infrastructure including electric and water desalination plants, unless an agreement is reached soon to end the war, an agreement that Iran's government called unrealistic.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports the president's threats come as more troops are heading to the region for a possible ground invasion, and news that Iran destroyed an AWACS radar jet and an air tanker at a Saudi Arabia air base.   Some Airport Normalcy There were only 10 minute or less waits to get through TSA checkpoints at Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport on Monday, down from more than 4 hours just days before, and other airports also said their lines were diminished.  Correspondent Julie Walker reports airport waits are easing as the TSA says its officers got paid, however the blame game continues between Democrats and Republicans over funding, and it appears those TSA agents didn't receive all their back pay.   Texas Teacher Shot Police in Texas are investigating a motive after a 15-year-old student shot a teacher before killing himself on Monday.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Michigan Attack Terror Ties The FBI says the man who crashed his pickup truck into a Michigan synagogue on March 12 was inspired by a U.S. designated terrorist group, and appeared to have waited two hours in the parking lot before he attacked.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports.   Spain Closes Airspace To US Military There is a lot of pessimism in Europe over the US-led war with Iran.  Drivers in nations including Ireland, Germany, Greece and Italy are all paying on average over $8 US dollars per gallon for gas.  The UK said no British troops will be a part of any ground invasion.  Others, like Spain, announced that its airspace cannot be used by U.S. planes involved in the Iran war.  Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports.   Teenage Governor Dreams He's running for governor in Vermont, but campaigning on school nights might be an issue.  Correspondent Donna Warder reports on high school freshman Dean Roy, hoping to make history and who clearly brings youth to the race.   Iran Attacks Kuwaiti Tanker  With the United States and Israel carrying out attacks on Iran targets for a 30th day, Iran appears to continue to respond by attacking US allied neighbors.  John Stolnis has the latest from Washington. Washington's Millionaire's Tax The state of Washington may soon have an income tax for high-earners - or maybe not.  Correspondent Rich Johnson reports from Seattle, where the new millionaire's tax law faces at least two legal challenges.   SCOTUS Birthright Citizenship Preview Later this week the U-S Supreme Court is expected to take up an Executive Order by President Trump surrounding Birthright Citizenship.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Airport Name Change Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill Monday to rebrand the Palm Beach International Airport after President Trump.  Kid Rock Fly-By The Army has opened up an investigation after the release of a video that appears to show a military Apache attack helicopter flying very low outside singer Kid Rock's Nashville home.    Finally   As the search for Nancy Guthrie goes on, some people are not happy with a comment made by NBC host Savannah Guthrie's brother.   Entertainment reporter Kevin Carr has details.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“You can't abandon the concept of normality, or societies will just completely fall apart,” said developmental psychologist and social science scholar J.D. Haltigan.There has been a tremendous push in mental health to destigmatize mental illness, he said, and people are encouraged to regard themselves as “some sort of heroic person for having [mental] disorders.”This is true especially for mood disorders like depression and anxiety. People nowadays increasingly define themselves through mood disorders—especially women, who often are more prone than men to depression and internalization of anxiety, he said.This apparent valorization of mental illness is closely linked to a growing feminization of society, Haltigan said. Males, he told me, “tend to systemize more,” while women “tend to be more empathetic.”But in recent decades, that empathy has been weaponized, he argued: “We've come to basically hijack the feminine ethic of care, the feminine impulse to be empathetic.”He said this may explain why anti-ICE protests tend to skew disproportionately towards females.At the same time, he said, masculinity and the enforcement of laws and standards became demonized in society.Haltigan's departure from the University of Toronto in 2023 coincided with his growing concerns about what he described as increasing ideological pressures in academic research and restrictions on what researchers could say about mental health and early child development.In our wide-ranging interview, we discuss these shifts in society, their impacts, and the role of social media in fueling these changes.Now, Haltigan is an honorary research fellow at the Centre for Heterodox Social Science at the University of Buckingham in the United Kingdom.Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and the guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.

Send us Fan Mail“The thing that's going to kill you first is your ego.” How do we balance our desire to do it all and be it all--and all of the messaging that tells us to do those things--with our knowledge that we aren't always the foremost expert? In this episode, Emmeline sits down with Sean Martin of hard rock band The Quarantined to talk about how humility AND motivation can be collaborative forces in one's creative career. Sean shares about how the willingness to "start over" has been one of his greatest assets, how failure is actually a GOOD thing, and how “DIY has its place, but it can also destroy you if you only rely on it.” He also discusses how he managed to land his dream producer for The Quarantined's new album, Aversion to Normalcy. To learn more about Sean and The Quarantined, or to follow their musical journey, visit their official website, follow them on Spotify, and stream the new album Aversion to Normalcy. For behind-the-scenes information and more about Journey of an Artist, visit the Journey of Series official webpage, or follow Emmeline on social media at @EmmelineMusic.

With spring right around the corner and the golf season upon them, the boys are BACK to a weekly podcast schedule. This week Justin and Mitch got into:The birthday bluesLosing a parentA recap of the Cognizant Classic, ranking of the Florida swing and a lookahead to the Masters, plus the return of the B96P Award!A power ranking of the best situational coffeesAfter that, they head to the patio to discuss the peak of their sports fandom and youth sports advice for parents.Thanks for listening - cheers!Have a burning question or take? Send us a text and we'll discuss it on the show! Support the showIf you'd like to support the show, you can do so here (THANK YOU!). Make sure to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to help grow the show, subscribe to our YouTube channel, and follow the Back Nine Six Pack on social media: X (Twitter) | @back9sixpack Instagram | @back9sixpack Facebook DM @back9sixpack on Instagram or email Justin at justin@back9sixpack.com if you want to rep the Back Nine Six Pack on or off the golf course. Here's our current merch offerings, plus anything you order comes with a coozie and official B96P sticker: Patio Beers rope hat made by Imperial Hats | White w/ Navy Rope – $35 9 emblem performance hat made by Imperial Hats | White – $25 For all inquiries, please email mitch@back9sixpack.com.

Send a textEPISODE 450! IS THAT SOMETHING? IS THAT ANYTHING? BUELLER? This week on the ole pod john: Stories from Kevin James, Frank Sinatra, Carol Burnette, and Chris Gethard. Plus: angel pin bowling! Whoa.  Support the showThanks for listening! Listen, rate, subscribe and other marketing type slogans! Here's my Insta: @dannypalmernyc @thedannypalmershow@blackcatcomedy (NYC stand-up show every Friday at 9 pm. 172 Rivington St.) And subscribe to my Patreon? Maybe? If you know how to? I don't know how it works. Let's just leave this thing be: https://www.patreon.com/thedannypalmershow

Send us a textMegan and Michelle unpack the dichotomy of survival, pattern recognition, the stress cycle, taking a break, safe spaces, community, the humanity we are fighting for.Your Body Wasn't Built For This (Therapy Jeff)Why Political Instability Feels Different For Many Neurodivergent People (Childhood Elevated)****************Want to support Prosecco Theory?Become a Patreon subscriber and earn swag!Check out our merch, available on teepublic.com!Follow/Subscribe wherever you listen!Rate, review, and tell your friends!Follow us on Instagram!****************Ever thought about starting your own podcast? From day one, Buzzsprout gave us all the tools we needed get Prosecco Theory off the ground. What are you waiting for? Follow this link to get started. Cheers!!Support the show

 Everything is under control—or at least that's what the broadcast says. In this special report, calm anchors deliver absurd news as reality quietly unravels behind them. A satirical look at certainty, reassurance, and collapse.This episode presents a familiar format behaving exactly as expected… even when the world doesn't. Potatoes organize. Time pools at airports. An asteroid approaches. AI quietly leaves. Sports continues.If this stayed with you, you probably know someone else who might appreciate it.Another great episode on Argument, Disagreement, and contempt. “Why Winning Arguments Can Cost You Everything”: https://youtu.be/qrU64J4jMcI00:00 Everything Is Under Control00:27 Local News: The Potatoes Are Organized01:02 Transportation Alert: Time Is Pooling01:50 Asteroid Impact: Experts Say “Wait”02:31 Technology Update: AI Quietly Leaves03:11 Sports: Civilization Ends, Playoffs Continue03:46 An Ounce — Submitted for Your Consideration

Show Notes 0:00: Justin and Helen return from hibernation (and attempting to stay warm in the East coast) to resume recording episodes of It’s Not My Fault TheOASG Podcast is Not Popular, and with the break, means catching up to things from even late December to January. The hosts start with once again a scanlation site shutting down, and what this ultimately means considering who was involved (and maybe not Kakao, which gets both hosts explaining how manhwa copyrights are…crazy) News 12:36: MediaOCD will be distributing Discotek Media’s catalog (as much as they can), and based on information online this project seems to have been sped up following a number of home media titles being delisted on Crunchyroll. This gets both hosts speculating on what this means, and why it sometimes now gets harder and harder to support official publishers. 18:59: Netflix continues making some deals as they’ve worked out a partnership with MAPPA and will be working with TOHO (and their new studio) to produce a bunch of works in a couple years 21:35: We got some hiatuses and returns to cover, starting with The Café Terrace and Its Goddesses manga being continued; after just not having any new chapters since 2022, The Girl, the Shovel, and the Evil Eye manga will return and also finish in a couple chapters; Kemono Jihen is taking a one-issue break due to Sho Aimoto suffering from gastroenteritis to start 2026; Phantom Busters will be on break as something’s going on with Neoshoco, the hosts hope they’re ok; The hosts break down what the heck’s going on with The New Prince of Tennis series as it went through some major editor mismanagement, enough to wear there could not be a new chapter in Jump SQ; The Days of Diamond will go on hiatus, no announcement on its return; Bocchi the Rock! was intended to return this month, but Aki Hamaji’s health has not improved enough to return to serialization, so the hiatus will continue; and in final manga hiatuses, Hajime no Ippo’s taking a break, no announcement on when it’ll return. 25:38: Makes sense that Go Nagai will be inducted into this year’s Eisner’s Hall of Fame, took them long enough; Manga creator Hisashi Eguchi apologized in December after tracing allegations were made back in October that had a number of companies suspend working with him; Chitose in the Ramune Bottle’s got some work to do following its delay due to production issues; And apparently A Tale of the Secret Saint needs more work as it’s been pushed from Spring to Fall season; What in the world is going with the Madoka movie? Well no one knows except that’s now been delayed from its release this month to an unannounced date; and the voice of Hitomi Koshigaya, Yumiri Hanamori, stepped down from the role for an undisclosed reason. So for the upcoming Magilumiere Magical Girls Inc. anime, there will need to be a new voice for her. 30:53: Talent agency Aoni Production announced that voice actor Kōzō Shioya had died on January 20 due to cerebral hemorrhage — a number of people noted his impact on them and sent their condolences on social media on this difficult loss. Licenses 31:57: Seven Seas and their Wonderful Wednesdays have returned for 2026! That means catching up to everything they’ve announced in January: Hayate Kuku's Yoichi & Tsugumo Daken, Mugi Sawai & saino's The Wicked Princess and Her Twelve Eyes: The Legendary Villainess and Her Elite Assassins manga Mizuhara's Working as a Goddess! NEMUI ASADA's Sleeping Dead Muchimaro's Even the Student Council Has Its Holes! (Ghost Ship) Yuuri Seo & Okaya's I’m Running for Crown Princess, but All I Want is a Steady Paycheck! (Airship, digital only) Moka Onmae's Good Morning, Good Night, and See You Tomorrow. Ryon's Are You a Landmine, Chihara-san? Hamubane, Mokufū, & Parum's I Used to Think My Childhood Friend Was a Guy —Now We're Newlyweds, and She's the Perfect Bride! Nagata Kabi's My Sketchy Roommate Osamu Takahashi's I Don’t Know, Yoshida-san (Ghost Ship) Shibainubutai, Mochiron san, & Masahiro Suwa's An Ordinary Guy’s Crazy Modern Dungeon Survival! Akairo Mash's Love Tattoo MAMITA's 10 Things I Want to Do Before I Turn 40 – Part 2 NENE AZUKI's Mii-chan and Yamada-san Itaru Kinoshita's Dinosaur Sanctuary: Let’s Go to Dinoland picture book Also re-announced Koala Omugi's The Apology of Noumi-Senpai? (previously called What's Up With Noumi-senpai?) Audiobooks for their Siren imprint: Daken's The Wicked Princess and Her Twelve Eyes: The Legendary Villainess and Her Elite Assassins (Narrated by Aspen Vincent), FUNA's Didn’t I Say to Make My Abilities Average in the Next Life?! (Narrated by Kara Oates), Yuki SUZUKI's Reincarnated Into a Game as the Hero's Friend: Running the Kingdom Behind the Scenes (Narrated by Eric O'Keeffe), Fuyutsuki Koki's I Abandoned My Engagement Because My Sister is a Tragic Heroine (Narrated by Mirai), Sou Akaike's Easygoing Territory Defense by the Optimistic Lord: Production Magic Turns a Nameless Village into the Strongest Fortified City (Narrated by Eric O'Keeffe), Amano Seiju's I Got Married to the Girl I Hate Most in Class (Narrated by Mark Sanderlin) 36:05: Kodansha had a three-day licensing event and announced these titles during their run: Haruka Kawachi’s Rainy Day Serenade  Dorothy Odoroo’s Mr. Vamp Is a Vampire  Kazu Inabe, Yu Kuraishi & Ku Tanaka’s AIDOL  Keigo Maki’s NakiNagi Den Mitao’s Kiss or Die Trying!  Kotora Aoshima’s Fan/Girl x Call/Boy  Marume Goshika’s Say Hello to Mr. Wallaby! Osamu Tezuka’s Black Jack as an oversized Deluxe Edition and a Full Color Selection of Muneyuki Kaneshiro & Yusuke Nomura’s Blue Lock 37:23: Yen Press also decided to start the year off pretty strong as well: Hoku Tomose's List Rouge Masaaki Nakayama's Seeds of Anxiety: Asterisk Sakuhiro's The Crow’s Ballad at Dawn Umi Ruike's Beneath the Fur Akumi Agitogi & Kei Tamura's The Bubble Love of the Mermaid manga Daisuke Motomi's Magic Doctor Rex's Perverted Medical Record Nanigashi Shima & raemz's Love Unseen Beneath the Radiant Night Sky (Yen On) 38:16: Cross Infinite World has licensed these three titles: Mayo Momoyo & Wan Hachipisu's The Brooding Duke's Guide to the Lie-Detecting Lady, Mashimesa Emoto & Nitou Akane's Goodbye, Horrible Fiancé, Hello, Fun Magic School Life! and Hanami Nishine & Renta's Strawberry Princess: The Time Loop Defying Villainess; Abrams ComicArts’ Kana imprint announced they’ve licensed Muneyuki Kaneshiro and Kensuke Nishida’s Jagaan manga; Nao Iori’s Manaka the Human and the Slaughter Robot, Yuto Ito’s Goodbye My Idol, & Manose and Miharu’s Island Rock have been added to MANGA Plus; Crossed Hearts has licensed Akisuke’s The Executioner of Grenimal and Hanami Nishine & Satsuki Amamiya’s The Matchmaker’s Fiancé: My Fiancé Won’t Leave Me Alone While I’m Finding Him The Ideal Bride; and Manga Mavericks announced they’ve licensed Koukoku Brothers's Divine Messengers and Demonic Guardians & Banjo Saitou's Vegetable Sandwich 40:40: Meanwhile, Discotek had a few announcements, and yes, more Lupin the 3rd is a given at this point for them! Streaming News 41:34: The Dangers in My Heart compilation film will be screened in some of the more popular cities this month; Whoever Steals This Book has been acquired by Crunchyroll and will also make its debut at the New York International Children’s Film Festival. 43:11: Remember when Oshi no Ko S3 got picked up by Crunchyroll? What did that mean for HIDIVE since they had the first two seasons? Absolutely nothing apparently since HIDIVE is still streaming it; Justin gets to talk about his excitement about the Umamusume Pretty Derby: Beginning of a New Era being in theaters at the end of the month; And Helen wonders why ALDNOAH.ZERO is back as Crunchyroll has added the English dub — which includes a new episode that aired in Japan last year — to their service. 46:10: A few anime will be on Netflix this year: Kyoto Animation’s Sparks of Tomorrow (in the summer) and Studio KAI’s Ramparts of Ice (in Spring); 47:05: So there were two anime that aired in Japan last year — April Showers Bring May Flowers and Monster Strike: Deadverse Reloaded — that was not picked up by an official service…until now! Prime now is streaming these anime; Fawesome began streaming the Despair of the Monster indie anime film sometime this past December, but at the moment only those in Canada and the UK can watch it. Weird News 49:18: More news about live-action Gundam keeps pouring out, and it gets even closer to becoming a real thing; Pokémon and Hatsune Miku is a thing again; The X (Twitter) continues to just get worse and its editing image feature for lots of people had a couple artists saying they do not want to put their illustrations on there. 55:36: The Many Sides of Voice Actor Radio is over!…in print! It’s still ongoing digitally though. This gets Helen wondering however… 57:48: Sugar Sugar Rune has been added to Tubi…BUT there's a reason why it's in the weird news section! So far not at Tai Chi Chasers level, but… 59:32: Rumiko Takahashi made a trip to San Francisco some time ago (which can probably mean VIZ and her are cooking something) and visited a museum — somehow Bible Black is brought up in this part (Why Helen, just why); Justin wonders if Sazae-san is gearing up to be released overseas moving forward now that it’ll see its first overseas release in Taiwan; Otakon announced on Bluesky on Thursday the event is no longer allowing the sale of fan art in its dealers room beginning with the 2026 event, and Helen explains what this means. 1:05:17: Anime can make famous actors cry — see Michael B. Jordan crying over My Hero Academia — and can have its own category on Jeopardy!. Both hosts wonder if anime has become too mainstream… If there’s anything you’d like to share, please feel free to reach out to us on Twitter (@TheOASG) or comment below with your thoughts! The post TheOASG Podcast Episode 236: A Return to Normalcy…Not! appeared first on TheOASG.

Welcome Graham fam! We are so glad you could watch Sunday morning online with us. Opening:Jesus encountered a demon-possessed man who embodied Satan's ultimate goal: to possess living beings and bring destruction. Scripture: Mark 5:1-20 Matthew 12:43-45 Acts 19:13-16 Points: Living beings! Satan prefers to inhabit living creatures rather than places. Demons like this legion preferred to dwell inside a human rather than a distant location. Humans are the crown of God's creation, so demons target them. Destruction of life! The demons caused extreme harm to the man, including self-inflicted injuries. They destroyed the man's ability to live normally, forcing him to wander and cut himself. When Jesus freed the man, the demons caused the death of over 2,000 pigs, showing the destructive power of unchecked demonic influence. Normalcy! The community initially accepted the man's condition, but when Jesus intervened, they feared the power of God. Satan wants his evil to be normalized and unnoticed, making people indifferent to his destructive presence. Avoid the Presence of God! Demons operate freely when God's presence is absent. The power of God is the only thing that can overcome Satan and his demons. Closing:Satan's ultimate goal is to possess you—whether through confusion, domination, or destruction. The story of the demon-possessed man in Mark 5 shows how deeply Satan targets human lives. Ask yourself: Who will you be possessed by? Choose God's presence and protection over the chaos of the world Watch past services: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/teaching/ Subscribe to Graham Chapel Youth: https://is.gd/grahamyouth Give to Graham Chapel: https://www.gcwesleyan.org/give/ Graham Chapel Wesleyan Church is in Mayo, SC near Cowpens and Chesnee in Spartanburg County. We'd love to have you join us in person on Sundays or Wednesdays for youth! Visit our website to learn more.

In this free-for-all-Friday Trent explores the problem of "normalcy bias" in life-threatening situations.

In this episode of Retrospect, host Shine (FCLC '27) sits down with Fordham students Leah Zelaya (FCLC '29) and Idman Loyan (FCLC '29) for an honest discussion about disability, race and body image. Leah shares her advocacy journey living with a rare neuromuscular condition, while Idman reflects on navigating life as a Black Somali woman...

Learn to counter normalcy bias with micro-drills, baseline awareness, and quick mental cues for faster, confident responses. The post Train Your Mind to Overcome Normalcy Bias appeared first on Mind4Survival.

"Everyone has ADHD now."You've heard it. Maybe someone said it to you — with a half-joke, half-accusation edge. Like, neurodivergence is just the trend of the season.But what if that reaction tells us less about ADHD and more about the systems we're living in?In this conversation with Kristina Kyser — psychotherapist, educator, and creator of the Neurodivergent Rising course — we pull apart the "ADHD superpower" narrative that's everywhere right now. Because yes, there are gifts: innovation, nonlinear thinking, deep passion, hyperfocus. Those are real.But who benefits when we only talk about the parts of capitalism that it can extract?What We Cover:ADHD masking: the invisible labour of appearing "normal" From childhood, neurodivergent people — especially women — calibrate to a world that says: you're too much, you're wrong, you're different. Kristina breaks down what masking costs and why perimenopause often unmasks ADHD in midlife.The construction of "sanity" and who it was built to serve Normalcy isn't neutral. The DSM, psychiatry, the witch burnings — all of it is tangled with patriarchy, colonialism, and capitalism's need for compliant workers. Kristina traces the historical roots of how neurodivergence gets pathologised.The superpower question: what's true, what's missing, who profits Yes, ADHD comes with strengths. But when we only celebrate the traits capitalism values (innovation! hyperfocus! productivity!) while erasing the lows, the burnout, the 13-year shorter life expectancy, the systemic barriers — who does that serve?Why ADHD is a disability under capitalism — and that's not your fault ADHD isn't a medical deficit. But in a society built for neurotypical brains, it is disabling. Kristina explains the difference between individual healing and systemic change, and why we need both.Meet Kristina Kyser:Kristina (she/her) is a late-diagnosed AuDHD educator, former psychotherapist, and course creator with a PhD in English Literature and over 13 years of clinical experience. Her work bridges trauma healing, animist practice, and systems-level critique. She creates initiatory spaces that blend science, soul, and lived neurodivergence in service of collective remembering and repair.Learn more: Neurodivergent Rising Course Send me a DMSupport the show_____________________________________________________________________ Visit jenniferwalter.me – your cosy tree house where tired perfectionists and those done pretending to be fine find space to breathe, dream, and create real change.

Nuclear ops are back in the wartime vernacular. Jeremiah Aeschleman joins host Tom Spahr to discuss why military ldrs must move past the "ENDEX mindset" & prepare the joint force for the reality of fighting & winning on a nuclear-armed battlefield. https://warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/nuclear-normalcy

JB White opens the January 14 episode from Northeast Florida with reflections on community, culture, and the return to what he calls American normalcy. While touching briefly on Jaguars playoff disappointment and sports media narratives, the episode quickly expands into a broader cultural discussion sparked by public reactions to a Jacksonville reporter's post-game comments and what they reveal about shifting social norms. JB connects these moments to deeper themes of identity, patriotism, and cultural hijacking, weaving in historical reflections on the civil rights movement through music by Sweet Honey in the Rock and the legacy of Harry T. Moore. The show explores how language, culture, and faith have been manipulated over decades, arguing that modern political movements have inverted their original purpose. Throughout the episode, JB emphasizes community cohesion, American identity over factionalism, and the importance of discernment in an era of manufactured division, closing with reflections on faith, history, and responsibility as the nation moves forward.

The midterms are going to come down to which political party can sideline its crazies. Ever heard of Havana Syndrome? If not, you're about to. Plus, pressure continues to mount in Iran.

Indiana Hoosiers football star QB Fernando Mendoza reveals he doesn't use social media, except for LinkedIn and YouTube. However, we do find it odd that young people don't have a social media input. Also what does the social media app you use say about you? And we go over things that were normal in the 80s & 90s that would seem odd to do today. Plus, Rich has his betting picks for NFL Wild Card Weekend and College Football Playoffs, courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook, CODE: CRSHOW #FSR #CRSHOW #OverpromisedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indiana Hoosiers football star QB Fernando Mendoza reveals he doesn't use social media, except for LinkedIn and YouTube. However, we do find it odd that young people don't have a social media input. Also what does the social media app you use say about you? And we go over things that were normal in the 80s & 90s that would seem odd to do today. Plus, Rich has his betting picks for NFL Wild Card Weekend and College Football Playoffs, courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook, CODE: CRSHOW #FSR #CRSHOW #OverpromisedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NPR's Eyder Peralta is in Colombia on the border with Venezuela, and speaks with residents days after American forces seized Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and brought him to the U.S. And President Trump's comments about Greenland dominate a meeting of world leaders gathering to discuss Ukraine.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Show NotesEmergency management often explains breakdowns through the lens of surprise, yet many of the hazards shaping our communities were visible long before impact. Todd and Dan unpack the difference between Black Swan events, which are genuinely rare and difficult to predict, and Gray Rhinos, which are highly probable, high-impact threats that are acknowledged but repeatedly deferred. The discussion explores how normalcy bias, political incentives, and institutional design can lead to the normalization of known risks and why mislabeling Gray Rhinos as Black Swans undermines resilience and professional credibility.Topics covered include:* How Black Swan events are defined and why they are often misunderstood* The concept of Gray Rhinos and how visible risks become politically inconvenient* Why emergency management defaults to the language of surprise* Normalcy bias and the danger of mistaking familiarity for safety* The gap between identifying risk and acting on it* Why mitigation and capacity building remain undervalued* How governance incentives shape preparedness outcomesKey TakeawayMost disasters are not shocking because they were unpredictable; they are devastating because they were postponed. Emergency management succeeds not by reacting well to surprise, but by refusing to ignore what is already charging straight at us. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit emnetwork.substack.com/subscribe

The quest for calm and normalcy. President Trump launched a major review of the country’s immigration systems after the shooting of two National Guardsmen by an Afghani who entered the U.S. through a Biden-era resettlement program in the wake of the botched 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal. Listener call-in commentary on Christmas music, the lack of ‘normalcy,’ and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coach Ted talks about exerting influence on the healing process. (Originally aired 09-16-2024)

Why do we freeze when we should act? Why do organizations wait for the crisis to end before changing? In this episode, Todd DeVoe and Brian Colburn unpack the psychological trap of normalcy bias and its close cousin, complacency — the silent killers that erode readiness long before disaster strikes.Drawing from behavioral science, real-world emergency management experience, and leadership philosophy, they explore how our brains resist change, why “business as usual” is so seductive, and how leaders can build cultures that recognize danger without panic and adapt without hesitation.From the OODA and POP-DOC loops to the quiet moments before chaos hits, Todd and Dan challenge emergency managers to confront the most dangerous phrase in the field: “It's fine — we've always done it this way.”Show Notes:Hosts: Todd T. DeVoe & Brian ColburnProduced by: The Emergency Management NetworkEpisode Length: ~45 minutesKey Themes Covered:* Understanding Normalcy Bias: Why our minds reject disruptive information and how that plays out in disasters.* Complacency as Organizational Decay: How routine and comfort create blind spots that make us brittle, not resilient.* Lessons from the Field: Real-world examples where complacency cost time, trust, and sometimes lives.* Cognitive Loops for Leaders: How frameworks like OODA and POP-DOC help break the freeze-response and restore situational awareness.* The Moral Imperative of Readiness: Why awareness isn't paranoia — it's professionalism.* Cultural Antidotes: Creating workplaces where curiosity and adaptation are rewarded more than compliance and comfort.Referenced Concepts & Thinkers: John Boyd's OODA Loop, Eric McNulty and the NPLI POP-DOC model, Daniel Kahneman's cognitive biases, and Stoic and Taoist perspectives on awareness and control. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit emnetwork.substack.com/subscribe

JB White opens this episode with humor, football talk, and a warning about online bot bait before shifting into weightier ground. He shares a powerful Catholic prayer on humility admired by Justice Clarence Thomas, reflecting on the daily struggle to live Christian principles in a corrupted culture. From there, JB dives into explosive revelations, Kash Patel confirming Pelosi's rejection of National Guard support on January 6th, the FBI's plainclothes presence, and the media's cover-up. With Sun Tzu strategy, Trump's trolling of Project 2025 critics, and the broader collapse of Democrat narratives, JB frames the moment as the dam finally bursting. Along the way, he ties in sports, personal anecdotes, and sharp cultural observations, always circling back to faith, truth, and America's return to normalcy.

JB White delivers a fiery October 1st edition of the RattlerGator Report, reflecting on what he calls a “historic moment” as Trump summoned America's generals to Quantico. JB frames the gathering as an assertion of authority and a call for compliance, not debate, signaling the military's return to its core mission: defending the homeland against enemies foreign and domestic. He praises Pete Hegseth's powerful speech and explains why the show of strength was necessary to reestablish standards, accountability, and order. From critiques of media spin to pushback against voices questioning Netanyahu and Trump's alliance with Israel, JB ties together geopolitics, faith, and the enduring principles of conservatism, citing Russell Kirk's Ten Conservative Principles as a foundation for America's return to normalcy. He closes with reflections on Charlie Kirk's memorial, the strength of Erica Kirk, and the spiritual weight of this moment in history, warning listeners that an eventful winter lies ahead as Trump and the military prepare to confront “the enemy within.”

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Megyn Kelly is joined by Walter Kirn, editor of Editor-at-Large, "County Highway," to discuss how the Sydney Sweeney American Eagle ad shows that culture can be honest and anti-woke about beauty again, the left's absurd attacks calling it a white supremacist dog whistle, how the era of woke ended after Trump won again in November, how the Sweeney American Eagle moment shows our culture is returning to normal, how the media spun Trump's answer about Epstein and Virginia Giuffre into complete nonsense, the media trying to accuse Trump of knowing Epstein was trafficking girls, Trump reportedly considering a pardon Diddy, why she says Diddy doesn't deserve any mercy from the President after abusing women, and more. Then Alexis Wilkins, country singer, commentator, and girlfriend of FBI Director Kash Patel, joins to talk about her response to the internet trolls who say she's an Israeli spy and part of Mossad, how the media has tried to smear her relationship with FBI Director Kash Patel and past association with PragerU, the need to speak out about what's true, refusing to compromise her conservative values in college or her music career, her relationship with FBI Director Kash Patel, and more.Kirn- https://countyhighway.com/Wilkins- https://x.com/alexiswilkinsBirch Gold: Text MK to 989898 and get your free info kit on goldByrna: Go to https://Byrna.com or your local Sportsman's Warehouse today.Lean: Visit https://TakeLean.com & use code MK20 for 20% offGrand Canyon University: https://GCU.edu Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow

Episode 351. (Rebroadcast of Episode 2.) The most important thing in prepping is realizing you and those around you have normalcy bias. Related to that is numbing down. Listen to the show and you'll see what we mean.    Find out all the ways to hear the show by going to www.prepping2-0.com.    Subscribe, rate, review, and comment - that really helps us.  Patreon supporters get lots of exclusive and cool stuff for as little as $2 a month. Whoa. What a deal.

Episode 351. (Rebroadcast of Episode 2.) The most important thing in prepping is realizing you and those around you have normalcy bias. Related to that is numbing down. Listen to the show and you'll see what we mean. Find out all the ways to hear the show by going to www.prepping2-0.com. Subscribe, rate, review, and comment - that really helps us. Patreon supporters get lots of exclusive and cool stuff for as little as $2 a month. Whoa. What a deal.

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on the latest news out of Iran after Trump pushed the United States into war and now wants to pretend we aren't in war and Meiselas speaks with MSNBC Host Nicolle Wallace about the week's developments and her new podcast “The Best People.” Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As he did in this first presidential term, President Trump has continued to signal closer alignment with Vladimir Putin. This included a tense February Oval Office meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, where he claimed Ukraine was responsible for the war.   The U.S. also joined Russia in voting against a UN resolution condemning Russia's action in Ukraine and Vice President Vance has called for a re-evaluation of the U.S.'s relationship with NATO. Could these actions, and others, help chart a return to a state of improved U.S.-Russia diplomatic relations or lead America toward defeat in the region and beyond? Those who argue that Trump's actions signal a return to normalcy say that European security should be Europe's responsibility, which could lead to a stronger, more self-sufficient NATO, and that recent years of antagonism have failed to alter Russian behavior. The Trump administration could help bring U.S.-Russia relations into constructive focus at a high-stakes moment.  However, those who declare this a defeat for America argue that Trump warming up to Putin will only encourage Russian aggression, hurt Ukraine, and erode our allies' trust.     With this background, we debate Trump's Russia Policies: Return to Normalcy or Defeat for America?  Arguing "Defeat for America":  Bill Browder, Head of the Global Magnitsky Justice Campaign   Alina Polyakova, President and CEO of the Center for European Policy Analysis (CEPA)  Arguing "Return to Normalcy":   Jeffrey Sachs, Economist, Public Policy Analyst, and Professor at Columbia University  Thomas Graham, Distinguished Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations; Co-founder of Yale University's Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies Program     Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates  Visit OpentoDebate.org to watch more insightful debates.   Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed on our curated weekly debates, dynamic live events, and educational initiatives.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, we're digging DEEP into a topic that's as terrifying as it is necessary—how to spot the warning signs when someone isn't who they seem to be. Seriously, this episode had me clutching my pearls and simultaneously feeling more empowered than ever. I'm bringing you someone who has literally walked into the darkest places on earth—prisons, forensic hospitals, you name it—and come out without losing her compassion or her curiosity. Dr. Gwen Adshead is a forensic psychotherapist, author of "The Devil You Know," and all-around badass when it comes to deciphering what really lies beneath the “mask of normalcy.” We talk about manipulative personalities, red flags in relationships, attachment styles, and build out a legit tool belt for keeping our power and protecting ourselves from harm. Ladies, if you've ever felt like you missed the signs, if you've ever asked yourself, “What did I not see coming?” or just want to build the skills to stand tall no matter who's in front of you—THIS is the episode you need. Grab your notebook, because Dr. Gwen drops truth bombs, actionable red flags, and shows you how to keep your cool even in the most toxic situations. Let's get STRONGER and SAFER together. You ready? SHOWNOTES 00:00 How Evil Can Wear a Mask: Spotting Dangerous Traits 00:06:39 The "False Mask of Normalcy" and Why We Miss the Signs 00:07:00 11 Red Flags That Reveal Who's Behind the Mask 00:19:09 What is Attachment Theory? And Why It Matters for Women 00:22:02 Why Pregnancy Triggers Domestic Violence 00:29:23 Rule Breakers and Risk Factors 00:32:08 Grandiosity, Narcissism, and Dangerous Audacity 00:34:46 Why Absolute Thinking Becomes a Trap—For Us AND Them 00:37:05 False Victimhood as Manipulation 00:39:34 How to Talk to a Psychopath: Staying Emotionally Sober 00:43:44 Protecting Your Sense of Reality 00:45:10 Building Your Personal Tool Belt: Never Let Anyone Take Your Power! FOLLOW DR. GWEN ADSHEAD: Book: The Devil You Know (available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Devil-You-Know-Gwen-Adshead/dp/198213480X ) BBC Lectures: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001rm8y (also available via YouTube search) Academic Profile: https://scholar.google.com/scholar?q=Gwen+Adshead CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  BIOptimizers: Head to⁠ https://bioptimizers.com/impact ⁠and use code IMPACT for 10% off.  OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ Netsuite: Download the new e-book Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders at ⁠http://NetSuite.com/women⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, we're digging DEEP into a topic that's as terrifying as it is necessary—how to spot the warning signs when someone isn't who they seem to be. Seriously, this episode had me clutching my pearls and simultaneously feeling more empowered than ever. I'm bringing you someone who has literally walked into the darkest places on earth—prisons, forensic hospitals, you name it—and come out without losing her compassion or her curiosity. Dr. Gwen Adshead is a forensic psychotherapist, author of "The Devil You Know," and all-around badass when it comes to deciphering what really lies beneath the “mask of normalcy.” We talk about manipulative personalities, red flags in relationships, attachment styles, and build out a legit tool belt for keeping our power and protecting ourselves from harm. Ladies, if you've ever felt like you missed the signs, if you've ever asked yourself, “What did I not see coming?” or just want to build the skills to stand tall no matter who's in front of you—THIS is the episode you need. Grab your notebook, because Dr. Gwen drops truth bombs, actionable red flags, and shows you how to keep your cool even in the most toxic situations. Let's get STRONGER and SAFER together. You ready? SHOWNOTES 00:00 How Evil Can Wear a Mask: Spotting Dangerous Traits 00:06:39 The "False Mask of Normalcy" and Why We Miss the Signs 00:07:00 11 Red Flags That Reveal Who's Behind the Mask 00:19:09 What is Attachment Theory? And Why It Matters for Women 00:22:02 Why Pregnancy Triggers Domestic Violence 00:29:23 Rule Breakers and Risk Factors 00:32:08 Grandiosity, Narcissism, and Dangerous Audacity 00:34:46 Why Absolute Thinking Becomes a Trap—For Us AND Them 00:37:05 False Victimhood as Manipulation 00:39:34 How to Talk to a Psychopath: Staying Emotionally Sober 00:43:44 Protecting Your Sense of Reality 00:45:10 Building Your Personal Tool Belt: Never Let Anyone Take Your Power! FOLLOW DR. GWEN ADSHEAD: Book: The Devil You Know (available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Devil-You-Know-Gwen-Adshead/dp/198213480X ) BBC Lectures: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m001rm8y (also available via YouTube search) Academic Profile: https://scholar.google.com/scholar?q=Gwen+Adshead CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code WOI at check out.  BIOptimizers: Head to⁠ https://bioptimizers.com/impact ⁠and use code IMPACT for 10% off.  OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at ⁠https://oneskin.co ⁠ Netsuite: Download the new e-book Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders at ⁠http://NetSuite.com/women⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(5:00) Normalcy returns to FSU sports, Max Williams is polarizing(14:00) What breaks does FSU need to breakthrough in Omaha this year?(25:00) Generating Discussion sparked by Cummins(38:00) How does this roster stack up to ACC opponents?(46:00) Hard to tell if 13-0 was the real Norvell or 2-10?(55:00) Mike, Alabama, 2024(1:00:00) How did FSU collapse worse than a gutted 2024 Michigan?(1:03:00) Thoughts on the portalMusic: Broadside - I Think They Knowvitaminenergy.com | Shake it and take it!

Episode 4327: Start Of The Return To Normalcy As Market Tumbles