Podcasts about Normalization

The Normalization of Crisis in Bolivia. Guest: Professor Evan Ellis. Professor Evan Ellis reports on the 49-day blockade in Bolivia that is strangling the economy under President Rodrigo Paz. Driven by Evo Morales and indigenous groups, the protests have caused significant GDP shrinkage and business closures. Despite being resource-rich, the country faces a fiscal crisis as natural gas reserves dwindle. 5

This week on Swimming with Allocators, Kate Simpson joins Earnest and Alexa to share her journey from starting as a history major at the UNC endowment to leading the venture strategy at multi-asset OCIO firm GEM. She explains how she learned institutional investing, specialized in private markets, and refined her craft at Parish Capital and Truebridge, including fund-of-funds due diligence, reference work, and the power of platforms and networks. The conversation dives into how to build a venture program from scratch, why alignment, patience, and resource intensity matter, and how GEM uses a barbell approach across top-tier scaled platforms and emerging managers while avoiding the “crowded middle.” Kate breaks down how LPs evaluate managers (source, pick, win), why fund math and ownership are critical, and how today's AI-driven cycle, secondary markets, and companies staying private longer are reshaping ventures. Also, don't miss Nick Cassin from Sidley as he explains the rapid growth of the private-fund secondary market, what's driving the surge in secondary and continuation vehicle (CV) transactions, and how new types of capital providers are stepping in as lead investors to provide liquidity to private-market participants. Highlights from this week's conversation include: Starting at UNC Endowment With No Finance Background (0:31)   Transitioning from TrueBridge to Gem and Taking on a Leadership Role (6:10) Advice for Building a New Venture Program and Aligning Stakeholders (10:12) Democratization of Venture Access and Barbell Strategy for Manager Selection (12:38) Sourcing and Evaluating New Venture Managers with a High-Volume Funnel (16:26) Secondaries Market Boom and Macro Dynamics Driving Liquidity Needs (21:00) Rise of Continuation Vehicles and Structural Evolution of Secondaries (23:36) How to Approach a First LP Meeting and Importance of Fund Math (26:03) Defining Early Versus Later Stages and Gem's Seed and Micro Fund Threshold (28:13) Normalization of Secondary Liquidity for Founders and Early Investors (35:24) Future Opportunities in Smaller Funds and the Dynamic Early Ecosystem (36:12) Final Thoughts and Takeaways (40:12) GEM is an independent investment management firm that provides customized solutions for long-term investors worldwide. Since 2007, we have sought to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns to our clients by combining disciplined investment research and active portfolio management with exceptional service and enduring partnership. With a global platform, broad institutional investment capabilities, and an experienced team, we design portfolios to meet the unique needs of each investor we serve. For more information, visit www.geminvestments.com. Sidley Austin LLP is a premier global law firm with a dedicated Venture Funds practice, advising top venture capital firms, institutional investors, and private equity sponsors on fund formation, investment structuring, and regulatory compliance. With deep expertise across private markets, Sidley provides strategic legal counsel to help funds scale effectively. Learn more at sidley.com. Swimming with Allocators is a podcast that dives into the intriguing world of Venture Capital from an LP (Limited Partner) perspective. Hosts Alexa Binns and Earnest Sweat are seasoned professionals who have donned various hats in the VC ecosystem. Each episode, we explore where the future opportunities lie in the VC landscape with insights from top LPs on their investment strategies and industry experts shedding light on emerging trends and technologies.  The information provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this podcast are for general informational purposes only. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

[From June 10, 2025] Mary welcomes back Olivier Melnick to discuss the new normal: antisemitism. He is a Jewish believer in Jesus from France, the son of Holocaust survivors, whose maternal grandfather was killed by the Nazis. Olivier is an internationally known speaker on antisemitism. He holds a BA from Moody Bible Institute and a masters from Dallas Theological Seminary, and has been equipping believers to understand and fight antisemitism since 2000. The ramping up of antisemitism is a complete surprise to some, it’s not that long ago that they were the target of genocide during WW2, and if anyone alive has a parent who fought in that war, the connection is still strong. So why now? How are things different? Today we talk about the stages of normalization from his book, “The Normalization of Antisemitism”. World leaders are not so subtly being drawn into this hate as the world turns their back on Israel. Words matter. Words turn to violence. Even our neighbor to the north is being drawn in. Israel can do nothing right, so they might as well do what they are going to do to stave off the end of the west through violence, immigration, and Islam.   Stand Up For The Truth Videos: https://rumble.com/user/CTRNOnline & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgQQSvKiMcglId7oGc5c46A

In this episode, Nihal El Aasar returns to this podcast to discuss the competing progressive alternatives in the Arab world prior to the establishment of the State of Israel. Arab attempts to join capitalist systems were obstructed by British and Zionist colonial power, leading to the maintenance of a hegemonic state. We also reference the Union of Arab States and the role of the Zionist entity in hindering regional development. Gamal Abdel Nasser and other leaders in Egypt attempted to create a sovereign economic and political space through nationalist projects. This was actively resisted by Western powers and seen as a threat to imperialist interests. The theory of dependency, as developed by Samir Amin, highlights how underdevelopment in the global South is the result of the expansion of global capital. Nihal argues that while Nasser's project was popular and supported by the masses, his distrust in popular participation and repressive actions against intellectuals helped prevent the project from fully being actualized. The formation of Israel was intertwined with Western efforts to manage the political future of the so-called Middle Eastern region. Israel has hindered the Arab modernization project and has negatively affected the surrounding countries. We discuss how Israel exists in the region to halt the potential of the Arab people as a whole. This is done through repression, impoverishment, and preventing economic prosperity. The U.S. interests in extraction and controlling resources in the region also play a role in this. Apart from that, we meditate on Egypt's early 20th century role as a leader in the Arab world and the expectations placed on its military and economy for stability and development being largely shaped by its history of conflict with Israel and the continued presence of Zionism in the region. The military's control of the economy, rise of religious fundamentalism, and prevalence of conspiracy theories can all be traced back to this relationship. Additionally, Egypt's 20th century development was and continued to be hindered by both structural pressures from outside and its own struggle with overextension as a newly decolonized nation. The working class in Egypt consisted mainly of peasants who were oppressed under the Egyptian monarchy. Land reforms were necessary for progress and industrialization was slowly taking place. From the start, Egyptian nationalism was formed in opposition to Zionism. Nasser faced challenges from the US and its allies and had to build up the Egyptian military in response. We discuss how the nationalization of the Suez Canal and the creation of the United Arab Republic were unprecedented events, but internal struggles and external interference ultimately led to its downfall. The Gulf monarchies have also been deeply intertwined with imperial and capitalist interests since their founding, making them a natural opposition to Arab socialist and progressive projects. The 1973 oil embargo, El Aasar argues, was the last major act of Arab unity but was not an altruistic act of solidarity. The embargo affirmed the importance of the petrodollar for the US and was influential in bringing about the Camp David Accords, which aimed to consolidate the petrodollar and move Egypt fully from the Soviet camp to that of the United States. We meditate on the significance of Camp David and the 1978 peace treaty between Egypt and Israel, arguing that it represents a betrayal of Egyptian sovereignty and a move towards neoliberalism and repression. She also highlights how this has instilled a defeatist mindset in Egyptians and led to ongoing struggles with poverty and domestic warfare. She argues that the current regime in Egypt is a continuation of the "Camp David Republic" and that the promised benefits of peace, such as prosperity and political openness, have been left unfulfilled.   If you like what we do and want to support our ability to have more conversations like this. Please consider becoming a Patron. You can do so for as little as a 1 Dollar a month and you will gain access to our Discord.   Nihal is an Egyptian  writer, researcher, political analyst, radio host and DJ. She has written about politics, political economy, culture, literature and music in several publications including The Baffler, The Transnational Institute, Verso, Jacobin, Tribune, Parapraxis, Mundial, Art Review, The Wire, Protean, Novara media, and others, as well as authoring a book chapter about Egyptian political economy and consulting on related issues. "The Condition for Freedom Is for the Egyptian Masses to Take to the Streets"Egypt's Centrality in the Struggle for Palestine" by Nihal El Aasar   Episode artwork includes an artificially colorized version of this photo: "Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin acknowledge applause during a Joint Session of Congress in which President Jimmy Carter announced the results of the Camp David Accords." full credit information here: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Sadat_and_Begin_clean3.jpg  

Headlines for June 12, 2026; “New Form of Imperialism”: Renowned U.N. Scientist on AI Boom’s Huge Water, Carbon & Land Footprint; U.S. Attacks Iranian Water Reservoirs Amid “Normalization” of Targeting Civilian Infrastructure; “Cautionary Tale”: NYC’s The New School Guts Faculty & Staff as Colleges Intensify Austerity; Palestinian Activist Mohsen Mahdawi: Trump Admin “Weaponizing Immigration Laws” to Deport Me; “Hell’s Army”: New Film Tracks Russia’s Wagner Group & Rise of Mercenary Armies

Hey, Survivor! In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Regina Ragasa, a triple board-certified physician in Family Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Obesity Medicine.  We're talking about the gap between health knowledge and real-life behavior change. We explore why trauma survivors often struggle to implement what they already know about health, and how shame, stress, and survival responses can interfere with sustainable lifestyle change. During our conversation, Dr. Ragasa explains her LIVEN Method—a framework centered on Listening, Imperfection, Validation, Empowerment, and Normalization—to help clinicians and patients build trust and create lasting change through human connection.  She also talks about the “humble plate” vs. celebratory foods, and how cultural food traditions and identity come into play. If you've ever struggled with knowing what to do but not being able to follow through, this episode is for you.  Connect with Dr. Regina Ragasa: Instagram: @CaliWellnessDoc Website: CaliWellnessDPC.com Know who you're dealing with.  Know who you are.

This bonus content is a reading from Platypus, the CASTAC Blog. The full post by Cristian Gustavo Gutiérrez Pinzón can be read at https://blog.castac.org/2026/06/is-this-the-end-of-disability-eugenics-and-the-technification-of-normalization/. About the post: New reproductive and bodily intervention biotechnologies not only promise to cure or prevent diseases, but are also shaping a new regime of bodily normalization that redefines which lives are desirable, correctable, or eliminable. For several years, countries such as Iceland have stood out for medical procedures that identify the conditions under which a fetus is developing and then ask parents whether they wish to continue or terminate the pregnancy. Between 80–85% of pregnant women in Iceland undergo prenatal screening and, when the result is positive for trisomy 21, termination rates approach 100%...Geneticist Kari Stefansson, founder of deCODE Genetics, stated: “My understanding is, basically, that we have almost eradicated Down syndrome from our society; there will hardly ever again be a child with Down syndrome in Iceland” (Quijano, 2017). (This episode is available in additional languages on Platypus, The CASTAC Blog.)

Dr. Elliot Justin — emergency medicine physician, serial entrepreneur, and Founder & CEO of FirmTech — joins us to discuss “erectile fitness” and how sexual health can reveal critical insights about overall wellness. Using data from over 2.4 million erections, he explains the connection between erections, heart disease, sleep, aging, and why many ED diagnoses are misunderstood. Dr. Justin also breaks down the limits of ED pills, the benefits of simple alternatives like rings, and why men's health conversations need less stigma and more science.

After many years of correspondence and phone calls, I finally met Cas Mudde in person last year at the GLOBSEC Forum in Prague. Our meeting resulted in the 235th episode of The Global Agora podcast. This year, we crossed paths again. The result? Another round of conversation. This time about the sanewashing of US President Donald Trump, the threat of the far right, the normalization of Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, but also about the cancelation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Cas Mudde is, of course, a professor at the University of Georgia and one of the world's foremost experts on populism and far-right politics. Listen to our conversation.  And if you enjoy what I do, please support me on Ko-fi! Thank you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/amatisak

Have you ever questioned why you believe what you believe, or have you simply accepted things because they've been normalized around you? In Part 3 of the "Super Spiritual" series, we are pulling back the mask on psychological conditioning and modern brainwashing operating under the guise of extra-holy performance.Through the lens of an aggressive, real-world encounter and a deep dive into historical compromises, this episode exposes the subtle ways toxic church environments pull people in and alter how they think without them ever realizing it. We break down the mechanics of spiritual control into three dangerous components:The Normalization of Behavior: How toxic patterns become everyday routines, contrasted against the true biblical renewal of the mind found in Romans 12:2.The Architecture of the Crowd: How our fundamental human desire to belong can be weaponized to force compliance, exposed by secular social experiments and the shocking crowd whiplash of Acts 14.The Weaponization of Fear: How structural intimidation and spiritual threats are used to demand blind submission, just like the religious elites forced upon the family in John 9.If you have ever carried the heavy weight of church hurt, felt bullied into ungodly compliance, or viewed your salvation as mere "hell insurance," this message is a rescue mission. Discover how true Kingdom transformation doesn't run on the engine of fear, but on the radical kindness of God (Romans 2:4) that leads to authentic heart renovation. It's time to reject the spell of what has always been allowed, pull down the pedestals, and step into true spiritual freedom.—To connect, learn more or donate, visit gravetopchurch.com  Follow us on Instagram, Facebook or TikTok by searching @gravetopchurch

In this episode of Occupied Thoughts, FMEP Fellow Ahmed Moor speaks with Matt Duss and Zuri Linetsky about the destabilizing nature of the Abraham Accords; the evolution of the security dilemma and how integration may drive destabilization by fostering aggressive behavior; and whether the Abraham Accords undermined the reinstatement of the JCPOA (Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action - the Iran nuclear deal) by the Biden Administration. Also see: How the Abraham Accords Fueled A New Era of Conflict (Foreign Policy, May 2026), by Matt Duss and Zuri Linetsky; The End of the Axis of Abraham (Foreign Affairs, May 2026), by H. A. Hellyer. Matt Duss is the Executive VP at the Center for International Policy. Before joining CIP, Duss was a visiting scholar in the American Statecraft Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. From 2017-22, Duss was foreign policy advisor to Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt). From 2014-17, Duss was the president of the Foundation for Middle East Peace. From 2008-14 Duss was a National Security and International Policy analyst at the Center for American Progress. Zuri Linetsky is head of research and analytics for Dandelion Works and an expert on geopolitics and international security. Ahmed Moor is a Palestinian-American writer born in Gaza and a Fellow at FMEP. He is an advisory board member of the US Campaign for Palestinian rights, co-editor of After Zionism (Saqi Books) and is currently writing a book about Palestine. He also currently serves on the board of the Independence Media Foundation. His work has been published in The Guardian, The London Review of Books, The Nation, and elsewhere. He earned a BA at the University of Pennsylvania and an MPP at Harvard University. You can follow Ahmed on Substack at: https://ahmedmoor.substack.com and on X at @AhmedMoor.

Thanks to our Partners, Pico Technology, Autel, and Independent Wrench JobsWatch Full Video EpisodeMatt Fanslow revisits the Challenger disaster, not just as a historical tragedy, but as a case study in how standards, tolerances, and risk perception can shift over time. The common simplified story is that management ignored engineers, pushed the launch forward, and disaster followed. While that is part of the story, Matt looks at the deeper concept sociologist Diane Vaughan identified: normalization of deviance.The Challenger disaster happened 73 seconds after launch in 1986, killing all seven astronauts onboard. The failure was traced to O-rings in the solid rocket boosters that lost sealing ability in unusually cold conditions. But the broader lesson is not simply that one part failed. It is that warning signs had appeared before, yet each successful mission expanded the boundary of what NASA considered acceptable. What would have once been treated as outside tolerance gradually became normal.Matt connects this idea to the phrase, “slowly, then all at once,” often used to describe the collapse of relationships, marriages, systems, and businesses. The visible failure may seem sudden, but the conditions that made it possible usually developed over a long period of tolerated drift.From there, the discussion moves into automotive repair. Shops can experience the same pattern with ADAS calibrations, wheel torque procedures, tire repairs, safety glasses, uniforms, training expectations, and other operating standards. A procedure gets missed once. Nothing bad happens. It gets missed again. Still nothing bad happens. Eventually, the shop no longer treats the original standard as the standard at all. The absence of immediate consequences becomes false evidence that the deviation is safe.Matt uses ADAS calibration as a major example. A shop may begin by following OEM procedures after alignments or repairs, but over time, scheduling problems, delays, cost pressure, or customer pushback can lead to skipped calibrations. If no warning lights appear and no customer complains, the skipped step starts to feel acceptable. But that does not mean the risk disappeared. It may simply mean the failure has not happened yet.The episode also references tire repair liability and the John Eagle collision repair case as examples of what can happen when accepted industry habits conflict with OEM procedure. The lesson is not that every shop owner or technical specialist who drifts from procedure is malicious. The more uncomfortable lesson is that drift is natural. That is exactly why it has to be recognized and managed.Matt closes by encouraging listeners to look around their own shops and ask where tolerance has expanded without conscious approval. Are torque procedures still being followed? Are retorques still being performed? Are safety practices still enforced? Is training still treated as essential? Are customer-facing and liability-related procedures being maintained, or have they quietly become optional?Key ThemesNormalization of deviance: The gradual process where unacceptable practices become accepted because nothing bad happens immediately.Challenger as a system failure: The O-ring failed physically, but the larger failure involved shifting standards, repeated warning signs, and expanded tolerance.“Slowly, then all at once” Major failures often appear sudden, but the underlying drift usually develops over time.Automotive examples: ADAS calibrations, tire repairs, torque sticks, wheel retorques, safety glasses, uniforms, training, and shop SOPs can all become vulnerable to tolerance drift.OEM procedures and liability: The episode reinforces the importance of following documented procedures, especially where safety, liability, and driver-assistance systems are involved.Not always malicious: Deviance can become normalized without anyone consciously deciding to take a major risk.Memorable Ideas“What would have failed in 1981 passes in 1986.”“The tolerance for acceptability expanded.”“It happened slowly and then all at once.”“It's not a problem until it is, and then it's a big problem.”“The absence of consequences is not the same thing as proof of safety.”Listener TakeawayEvery shop has standards that were created for a reason. Some protect quality. Some protect the customer. Some protect the business. Some protect people's lives. The danger is that those standards can erode so gradually that no one notices until the failure is already public, expensive, or irreversible.Thanks to our Partner, Pico TechnologyAre you chasing elusive automotive problems? Pico Technology empowers you to see what's really happening. Their PicoScope oscilloscopes transform your diagnostic capabilities. Visit PicoAuto.comThanks to our Partner, AutelFrom drivability diagnostics and TPMS service to ADAS and advanced safety systems, Autel helps technicians follow OEM procedures and repair with confidence. Learn more at Autel.comThanks to our Partner, Independent Wrench JobsIndependent Wrench Jobs is a new, tech-only community to help you find better independent shops—fair dispatch, steady work, real leadership. No games.Built by Technician Find—serving the industry since 2017. Join free at IndependentWrenchJobs.comContact InformationEmail Matt: mattfanslowpodcast@gmail.comDiagnosing the Aftermarket A - Z YouTube ChannelThe Automotive Repair Podcast Network: https://automotiverepairpodcastnetwork.com/Remarkable Results Radio Podcast with Carm Capriotto: Advancing the Aftermarket by Facilitating Wisdom Through Story Telling and Open Discussion. https://remarkableresults.biz/Business by the Numbers with Hunt Demarest: Understand the Numbers of Your Business with CPA Hunt Demarest. https://huntdemarest.captivate.fm/The Auto Repair Marketing Podcast with Kim and Brian Walker: Marketing Experts Brian & Kim Walker Work with Shop Owners to Take it to the Next Level. https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/The Weekly Blitz with Chris Cotton: Weekly Inspiration with Business Coach Chris Cotton from AutoFix - Auto Shop Coaching. https://chriscotton.captivate.fm/Speak Up! 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In a world that demands instant results, we’ve found a thousand new ways to numb the pain of existence. Join Dr. James Spencer and Dr. Ben Mathew for the final installment of our series as they tackle the normalization of "quick-fix" drugs—from anabolic steroids and TRT in the fitness world to the rise of GLP-1s like Ozempic. We explore the dangerous trade-offs of modern biohacking and why the Christian life calls us to lean into the "friction" of reality rather than anesthetizing ourselves against it. If you've ever felt the pressure to "optimize" your body at the expense of your soul, this conversation is for you. In this episode, we discuss: The Normalization of Performance Enhancers: Why younger generations are turning to steroids and TRT for social media clout. The "Numbing" Culture: How we use substances to avoid the "existential sniffles" and the discomfort of growth. The GLP-1 Wave: Examining the psychological and spiritual implications of the newest drug trends. Sanctification vs. Optimization: Why the Christian walk requires "grit" and "friction" that a pill or injection can’t provide. Working Toward Your Own Dismissal: A challenge to leaders and counselors to build structures that help people find freedom, not just temporary relief. Don’t miss this deep dive into how we can bear faithful witness in a culture that wants to edit out every struggle. Get early access and a bonus with a Patreon membership. Subscribe to our YouTube channel To read James's article on this topic, check out his author page on Christianity.com.

Donald Trump keeps testing the limits — and more importantly, acting like there may not be any.This week on Political Rehab, Matt Robison and Matt Wylie break down the most important political stories hiding beneath the headlines: Trump-backed Republicans crushing dissent inside the GOP, ICE abuse reports and escalating mass deportation tactics, Mike Johnson's collapsing House coalition, Kash Patel's retaliation spiral at the FBI, profiteering around the Iran crisis, and the deep dive: why Trump's third-term talk may be more dangerous than people realize.The question running through the whole episode: what happens when a political movement starts behaving like the rules no longer apply?Subscribe to Worth Knowing:https://www.youtube.com/@worthknowing-mattrobison?sub_confirmation=1Subscribe to the Worth Knowing Substack:https://worthknowing.substack.comCHAPTERS00:00 Intro00:31 Trump Dump: Ballroom spending, cowardice, and GOP fear03:41 “Who's going to stop us?” Trump vs. the courts06:08 Indiana primaries and Trump's grip on Republicans08:49 ICE abuse reports and mass deportation escalation11:38 Mike Johnson's race against time in the House14:08 Kash Patel, the FBI, and retaliation politics16:18 Iran war profiteering and Hormuz supply risks19:18 Deep Dive: Could Trump try for a third term?24:12 Trump 2028: ego, trolling, leverage, and money26:01 Normalization, grooming, and constitutional stress testing29:28 “There is a danger”: why plausibility matters#PoliticalRehab #Trump #DonaldTrump #MAGA #Politics #USPolitics #PoliticalNews #Trump2028 #Constitution #ICE #KashPatel #MikeJohnson #Iran #PoliticalCommentary #NewsAnalysis #WorthKnowingKeywords: Trump third term, Trump 2028, Donald Trump news, Trump court rulings, constitutional crisis, ICE abuse reports, Kash Patel FBI, Mike Johnson House Republicans, Iran oil markets, MAGA politics, Political Rehab, Matt Robison, Matt Wylie, Worth Knowing

On this week's episode of the RealClearInvestigations Podcast, RCI Editor J. Peder Zane and RCI Senior Reporter James Varney speak with Gary Saul Morson, a professor of Arts and Humanities at Northwestern University and a scholar of Russian literature about what Dostoevsky can teach us about modern progressives. In our round-up of the week's best investigative reporting, Zane and Varney discuss a Wall Street Journal article about China's stranglehold on drone production, Roger Pielke Jr.'s Substack piece on a dramatic change in climate change forecasts, and a Daily Wire story on the Los Angeles arsonists who drew inspiration from the assassin Luigi Mangione. 00:00 Introduction and Overview of Current Events 03:13 The Impact of Chinese Supply Chains on U.S. Defense 05:58 Climate Change Narratives and Scientific Realities 09:10 The Ideological Underpinnings of Violence in Society 12:07 Interview with Professor Gary Saul Morrison on Communism and Ideology 14:45 Dostoevsky's Insights on Modern Progressivism 17:53 The Role of the Intelligentsia in Revolutionary Movements 20:59 The Normalization of Violence in Political Discourse 24:09 Comparisons Between Historical and Modern Revolutionary Movements 32:44 The Role of Liberals in Political Change 34:00 The Dangers of Labeling Political Opponents 38:21 Lessons from History: The Power of the Majority 41:13 The Importance of Literature and Universal Values 47:16 The Psychology of Political Identity 51:32 The Challenge of Compromise in Democracy 55:22 The Role of Science in Political Ideology 01:01:04 The Transformative Power of Literature Articles Discussed in This Podcast:   Gary Saul Morson: Re-Possessed – Commentary Magazine Gary Saul Morson: Solzhenitsyn Warned Us – Commentary Magazine Gary Saul Morson: The Return of the ‘Useful Idiot' – Commentary Magazine Gary Saul Morson: The Red Star Returns - The New Criterion Gary Saul Morson: Marxism Is a Gulag of the Mind - WSJ Wall Street Journal: U.S. Targets China's Stranglehold on Drone Production  Roger Pielke Jr. Substack: New Climate Report Eliminates Most Extreme Scenarios  Daily Wire: LA Arson Suspect Obsessed Over Luigi Mangione  Sign up for the RealClearInvestigations Newsletter. Watch each episode on the RealClearPolitics YouTube ChannelContact us with your thoughts and feedback: jpederzane@realclearinvestigations.com

Political violence is escalating, and the left's political violence problem can't be ignored. This episode exposes how media narratives, Democratic rhetoric, and selective data create a permission structure for violence. The latest Trump assassination attempt is not an isolated incident. Professor Nick Giordano breaks down the pattern of political violence targeting Trump, conservatives, Supreme Court justices, Republican lawmakers, and public figures, while exposing how the media deflects, manipulates data, and hides behind January 6 whenever the facts become inconvenient. What You'll Learn How the phrase "Friendly Federal Assassin" reveals the moral permission structure behind political violence  Why Obama's post after the manifesto release looked more like narrative control than unity  The partial list of assassination attempts and politically motivated attacks the media downplays  •    How datasets manipulate the "right-wing violence" narrative by excluding BLM riots, anti-ICE attacks, anti-Tesla attacks, and anti-Israel violence  Why figures like Luigi Mangione and Hasan Piker reveal a growing culture where violence is framed as moral virtue  This is not a generic "both sides" lecture. It is a deeper look at the rhetoric, data games, and moral inversion fueling America's political violence crisis.

14. HEADLINE: Ideological Barriers in Pakistan's Foreign Policy GUEST: Sadanand Dhume SUMMARY:Sadanand Dhume explores Pakistan's deep-rooted hostility toward Israel, which persists despite regional shifts toward normalization. While India views Pakistan's mediation role with envy, Pakistan's military leadership, under Field Marshal Munir, maintains power behind a civilian facade to insulate itself from economic discontent and governance pressures.1916

The Dangerous Normalization of Political Assassination Rhetoric

Teachers’ Unions as Political Power Brokers Major teachers’ unions (e.g., NEA, AFT) have contributed over $1 billion to left‑wing political causes over the past decade. This funding overwhelmingly supports Democratic candidates, progressive activism, and ideological causes unrelated to education. Education System as Ideological Indoctrination Unions have shifted from focusing on education (reading, writing, math) to political indoctrination of students. Declining academic performance is linked to this ideological focus rather than educational reform. Coerced Union Participation Teachers are forced to contribute union dues and face professional consequences if they dissent, framing this as coercive or unethical. Link Between Education, Ideology, and Political Violence Left‑leaning control of education has normalized hatred of conservatives, Christians, and Donald Trump. There is a direct causal line between: union political spending, ideological education, polling data suggesting some Democrats justify political violence, and alleged assassination attempts on Donald Trump. Normalization of Political Violence 25% of Democrats believe political violence can be justified. This reflects a broader cultural shift allegedly driven by education and political messaging. Democratic Strategy Framing Democrats deliberately pursued a “long game” by controlling education from elementary school through universities to shape future voters. Education institutions are culture‑shaping tools rather than neutral public services. Call to Parental Action This is a warning to parents for continued and increased involvement in school boards. This activism is a response to loss of trust, lack of accountability, and ideological overreach. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Navigating the New Normal in Distressed Real EstateWelcome back to another essential update for real estate investors, note buyers, and market watchers! We are officially in Q2 of 2026, and the landscape of distressed property is shifting rapidly. In this episode, we dive deep into the latest data from the Texas foreclosure auctions and broader national trends. Is the market entering a crisis, or are we simply returning to pre-pandemic normalization? Whether you are looking for residential opportunities in Harris County or commercial assets in North Texas, this episode provides the data-backed roadmap you need to stay ahead of the curve.National Trends & Q1 Market DataWe kick things off by breaking down the latest quarterly report from Auction.com, featuring insights from industry expert Darren Blomquist. Across the USA, we are seeing a significant return to 2020 levels of market stress.National Volume Spike: Foreclosure auction volume increased 33% in 2026, reaching a six-year high.Widespread Distress: 44 states and the District of Columbia reported annual increases in foreclosure volume.Normalization vs. Crisis: While volume is up, the data suggests a steady "normalization" to pre-pandemic levels rather than a sudden market crash.Equity Erosion: Average equity for scheduled foreclosures has declined to 26.9%—a 13% drop year-over-year—driven by cooling property values.The REO Shift: Banks are increasingly taking properties back at auction and listing them as REOs on digital platforms at "market-attuned" pricing.The Texas Lone Star Update: May 2026As one of the leading foreclosure states in the country, Texas is seeing a fascinating month-over-month shift. We break down the residential and commercial filings for May:The Monthly Drop: Despite an annual upward trend, May saw 3,774 filings—a 20% decrease from April.Commercial Snapshot: There are 456 commercial filings across Texas this month, with North Texas (DFW area) leading the charge at 144 filings.County Breakdown:Harris County: Remains a powerhouse with 698 residential filings.Bexar County: Holding steady with 397 filings.Dallas & Tarrant: Seeing slight month-over-month declines but still high-volume markets.The "Zero" List: Notably, Fort Bend and Montgomery counties showed zero scheduled foreclosures in the reported data for this specific period.Strategies for InvestorsWe also discuss how to capitalize on these trends, including a recap of our session with Texas legend Arnie Abramson on making money at tax sales. Learn why buyers are currently paying roughly 67 cents on the dollar for auction assets and how "bid-ask spreads" are narrowing as sellers adjust to sluggish conditions.Conclusion: Take Action in the Distressed MarketThe numbers don't lie—the foreclosure supply is rebuilding, and the opportunities for prepared investors are growing. Don't wait for the competition to catch up. Use the resources mentioned in today's show, like Roddy's List and Foreclosure.com, to do your due diligence and start bidding with confidence. If you found this update helpful, subscribe to the Note Closers Show Podcast and join us at the next auction. Until next time, go out there, take action, and we'll see you at the top! Watch the Original VIDEO HERE!Book a Call With Scott HERE!Sign up for the next FREE One-Day Note Class HERE!Sign up for the WCN Membership HERE!Sign up for the next Note Buying For Dummies Workshop HERE!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join the Note Closers Show community today:WeCloseNotes.comThe Note Closers Show FacebookThe Note Closers Show TwitterScott Carson LinkedInThe Note Closers Show YouTubeThe Note Closers Show VimeoThe Note Closers Show InstagramWe Close Notes PinterestGet Signed Up For the Next Note Buying Workshop HERE!

Diana and Sam are back diving into Episode 4 of The Testaments, and this one is a lot.  What looks beautiful on the surface quickly turns unsettling, as Agnes, Daisy, and Becca each experience Gilead in very different (and dangerous) ways.  What We Talk About The contrast between beauty and danger (that opening

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Everyone's talking about the Eric Swalwell scandal……but nobody is talking about where these stories actually START.Not the headlines.Not the investigations.Not the press conferences.The DM.Tonight's Wacky Wednesday, Chad Law breaks down a pattern hiding in plain sight:➡️ Why unsolicited nudes aren't random➡️ How boundary testing becomes normalized➡️ The psychological profile behind the behavior➡️ And how that SAME mindset shows up in people with powerFrom Anthony Weiner to Chris Lee to today's headlines — this isn't coincidence.It's a system.And once you see it… you can't unsee it.

Did you know the habits and environment you create in your child's first six years can shape how they focus and function for life? In this episode of Productivity Smarts, Gerald J. Leonard sits down with Teresa Angeles, a Montessori educator, parent mentor, and author of The Montessori Home and Beyond. Together, they explore how early childhood development connects directly to adult productivity, and how a Montessori approach can bring more calm, clarity, and intention into everyday life. Teresa explains the Montessori method in a practical way, showing how ideas like the "Absorbent Mind" and a thoughtfully prepared environment influence both children and adults. Backed by modern neuroscience, these principles help us raise emotionally balanced kids while also becoming more focused and less stressed ourselves. Hear simple but powerful insights, like how clutter affects your nervous system, why following curiosity helps you get into flow, and how your surroundings quietly shape your behavior. The conversation also touches on epigenetics, highlighting how a peaceful, organized space can support productivity at a deeper level. Teresa shares easy, actionable steps you can start using right away to create a more supportive environment, whether you have children or not. Tune in to learn how to design your home and routines in a way that reduces stress, builds focus, and supports lasting productivity.   What We Discuss [00:00] Introduction [02:01] Guest introduction: Teresa Angeles [05:08] Teresa's success with Montessori and its impact on her parenting [08:45] The role of environment and epigenetics [10:41] Montessori's focus on environment [12:32] Montessori principles [16:21] Multiple intelligences and nurturing gifts [18:18] Montessori practices: circle time and self-trust [19:38] Normalization and flow [21:16] Right brain development and language acquisition [23:28] Structure, order, and emotional regulation [26:34] Decluttering and creating order [28:33] Observation and the Montessori adult [31:47] Practical habits and learning areas [33:06] Setting up the Montessori home [39:38] Observation and self-reflection [44:08] Where to find Teresa and her work   Notable Quotes [07:37] "There were three things impacting the child… the child, the adult and the environment." – Teresa Angeles [09:31] "If you set up the right environment for the children and for yourself as an adult, you begin to turn on productive genes." – Gerald J. Leonard [11:19] "Give them time to plan their own schedules, even as toddlers. It creates the executive functioning skills." – Teresa Angeles [14:18] "Neuroscience is now confirming that the right brain is totally in control for the first five to six years of a child's life." – Teresa Angeles [14:57] "The first six years is the time that you want to give your child everything beautiful—your heart, your presence, your kindness." – Teresa Angeles [17:59] "Montessori said that every child has what she called an inner teacher. It's like the inner sense." – Teresa Angeles [19:44] "Normalization is the idea that, again, by doing what we love to do. By learning to concentrate, we develop flow." – Teresa Angeles [26:35] "Try to clear out the clutter in your home." – Teresa Angeles [27:00] "I finally learned from being in a Montessori environment that I have to order my environment before I can even think." – Teresa Angeles   Resource and Links Teresa Angeles Website: https://montessorifamilies.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-angeles Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurturingyourchildsheart/ Book: The Montessori Home and Beyond   Productivity Smarts Podcast Website - productivitysmartspodcast.com Gerald J. Leonard Website - geraldjleonard.com Turnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.com Scheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonard   Kiva is a loan, not a donation, allowing you to cycle your money and create a personal impact worldwide. https://www.kiva.org/lender/topmindshelpingtopminds

7. Evan Ellis evaluates a Russian oil delivery to Cuba and potential backroom negotiations with the Trumpadministration. He also analyzes the normalization of Venezuela's Delcy Rodriguez amid efforts toward political transition. (7)1920 CUBA

Iran is winning the war that was started by the USA and Israel. This is now admitted even by major Western media outlets. Tehran has successfully destroyed the US military bases in West Asia (aka the Middle East), forcing the Pentagon to operate from Europe. Ben Norton explains Iran's goals, and how it is seeking to establish deterrence and escalation dominance, using asymmetric tactics. VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zV26rb-9YsE Topics 0:00 Iran is winning the war 2:32 Iran's strategic goals 2:47 Failure of regime change 3:34 US military bases 4:25 Iran destroyed US bases 7:32 USA wages war from Europe 8:53 Bases used by USA in Europe 9:30 Iran's objectives 10:05 Gulf monarchies (GCC) 13:46 Normalization with Israel 14:54 Threats to Gulf regimes 16:40 Lifting of US sanctions 19:10 Oil and Strait of Hormuz 22:34 Escalation dominance 23:33 Costs of the war 25:34 USA running out of missiles 26:59 Deterrence 29:17 US and Israel are losing 29:42 Multipolar world 31:34 Outro

Joyce talks about:The normalization of cursing and foul language especially leaders in front of children and young adults. Joe Rogan correcting Candace Owens and not allowing her to walk all over him. President Trump and the first lady went to see a show at the Trump Kennedy Center. Government shutdown, The House and Senate finally reach a deal to fund Homeland security. The deal doesn't include the restrictions that democrats wanted for ICE. President Trump signs an executive order to stop cheating in voting. Police visit James O'Keeffe as he is in the process of uncovering potential election fraud crimes in California.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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This week, Sam talks to Emily Bender and Alex Hanna about the marketing ploys of “artificial intelligence,” why ridicule works to keep big tech's claims in check, and what makes them hopeful for the future. They're the authors of The AI Con: How to Fight Big Tech's Hype and Create the Future We Want.Dr. Alex Hanna is a writer and sociologist of technology, labor, and politics. She's the Director of Research at the Distributed AI Research Institute (DAIR) and a Lecturer in the School of Information at the University of California Berkeley. Dr. Emily M. Bender is a Professor of Linguistics at the University of Washington where she is also the Faculty Director of the Computational Linguistics Master of Science program and affiliate faculty in the School of Computer Science and Engineering and the Information School.They also host the The Mystery AI Hype Theater 3000 podcast which “deflates AI hype and draws attention to the real harms of the automation technologies we call ‘artificial intelligence'.”  Flood of AI-Generated Submissions ‘Final Straw' for Small 22-Year-Old Publisher The AI Con: How to Fight Big Tech's Hype and Create the Future We Want Emily's cartoon  Questioning the Normalization of Surveillance by the Center on Privacy & Technology at Georgetown You Are Not a Parrot at NY Mag YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/UwBZiuH-1QY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Narcissist Apocalypse, Brandon explores why red flags in abusive relationships rarely look like red flags at the beginning. What starts as confusion, discomfort, or a moment that feels easy to explain away can slowly become a pattern over time. This episode examines the psychology behind that process, including attachment bias, gradual desensitization, shifting baselines, and intermittent reinforcement. Because by the time the pattern becomes visible, many survivors are already emotionally attached, deeply invested, and questioning why they didn't see it sooner. This is an episode about why the signs were not always obvious, how abuse becomes normalized, and why recognition often comes much later. Click if you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.me Click on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & Patterns Sign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Republicans KNOW Trump will destroy democracy — and they don't care.Marc Elias sits down with Tim Miller of The Bulwark to find out why.Tim Miller went from running Jeb Bush' presidential campaign to becoming one of the most prominent voices defendingdemocracy against Trump's authoritarian project. In this conversation, he pulls no punches on what he's witnessed from inside the Republican Party — and why so many elites are choosing to stay silentSupport Democracy Docket's mission:https://newsletters.democracydocket.com/anchor-youtube-thursday00:00 Introduction00:43 The Political Journey: From Jeb Bush to the Current Coalition04:19 The Real Reason Republican Elites Still Support Trump06:41 Is the Authoritarian Project Specific to One Leader?08:31 The Durability of the Pro-Democracy Alignment12:32 Why Former Republicans Find Common Ground with the Left16:53 Winning Strategies for Democrats in the 2026 Elections20:24 Critical Geographic and Demographic Shifts Underway23:34 Strategies for Making Voter Realignments Permanent26:11 Ending the Normalization of Political Chaos in Media29:05 The Evolving Role of Independent Media32:14 Can the Pre-Trump Republican Party Ever Return?35:28 Major Risks Facing the Integrity of Future Elections39:15 Maintaining Resilience in a Highly Polarized Environment42:40 Guidance for the Next Generation of Political Leaders46:15 Final Thoughts and Where to Follow the Discussion

5. Guest Author: George Black Headline: The Bitter Legacy of the MIA Issue Summary: The discussion covers post-war trauma and how the MIA issue and conspiracy theories blocked diplomatic normalization between the United States and Vietnam for decades. (5)1968 THIRD MARINES

6. Guest Author: George Black Headline:Normalization and Addressing Unexploded Ordnance Summary: Black recounts the 1995 normalization under Clinton, the role of veteran senators, and the founding of Project RENEW to address unexploded wartime ordnance. (6)1966 EVACUATION FROM VC

In this episode of the Kelsi Sheren Perspective, Kelsi discusses the pressing issues facing Canada, including the housing crisis, economic literacy, and the normalization of lowered expectations. She emphasizes the importance of community resilience and accountability in addressing these challenges, while also critiquing government policies and media control. Kelsi calls for a rebuilding of Canada based on agency, economic understanding, and a return to core values.Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Kelsi Sheren Perspective01:01 The Housing Crisis in Canada02:53 Normalization of Debt and Lowered Expectations06:13 The Role of Community in Resilience09:03 Accountability and the Status Quo12:08 Rebuilding Canada: Agency and Economic Literacy - - - - - - - - - - - -One Time Donation! - Paypal - https://paypal.me/brassandunityBuy me a coffee! - https://buymeacoffee.com/kelsisherenLet's connect!Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@thekelsisherenperspectiveInstagram -  https://www.instagram.com/thekelsisherenperspective?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw%3D%3DX: https://x.com/KelsiBurnsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelsie_sheren/Substack:  https://substack.com/@kelsisherenMasterPeace - 10% off with code KELSI - https://www.MasterPeace.Health/KelsiSUPPORT OUR PEOPLE - - - - - - - - - - - -Ketone IQ- 30% off with code KELSI - https://ketone.com/KELSIGood Livin - 20% off with code KELSI - https://www.itsgoodlivin.com/?ref=KELSIBrass & Unity - 20% off with code UNITY  - http://brassandunity.com

WBAI's We Decide with Jenna Flanagan: As bombs fall in Iran, DC behaves as if nothing is unusual. The panel explores war normalization, Congress surrendering its powers, and risks to democracy. Subscribe to our Newsletter:https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletterPurchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make AmericaUtopia: https://amzn.to/3VKVFnG It's Worth It: https://amzn.to/3VFByXP Lose Weight And BeFit Now: https://amzn.to/3xiQK3K Tribulations of anAfro-Latino Caribbean man: https://amzn.to/4c09rbE

On February 17, nine backcountry skiers were taken by an avalanche at Frog Lake, in the Northern Sierra Nevada near Truckee, California. Since then, the sense of loss and confusion over what happened has been overwhelming. This accident has impacted everyone in the Truckee and Lake Tahoe community on some level. Because of pending investigations, there are so many unanswered questions that will remain unanswered for a long time.As the community struggles to understand, people around the world continue to die in avalanches, including our friend, Stratton Matteson, who was taken by an avalanche in British Columbia a week after the Frog Lake accident. A gut punch made worse by finding out only minutes after we recorded the recap of our trip to Frog Lake. A trip to Frog Lake ending only 48 hours before the accident. Losing Stratton as we recorded made us realize it was too early to share. We needed more time to look inward and reflect.This episode is our second attempt, focused on the realizations we've had in the 18 days since the incident, and what we can all personally do to honor the lives lost, as well as move forward with compassion and a commitment to being safe and making smart decisions every time we step into the backcountry.We send our deepest sympathies to everyone involved in this tragic accident, and we encourage you to consider making a contribution to Tahoe Nordic Search and Rescue. We also urge you to not forget the names of those lost: Carrie Atkin, Lizabeth Clabaugh, Danielle Keatley, Kate Morse, Caroline Sekar, Katherine Vitt, Nicole Choo, Andrew Alissandratos, Michael Henry. 2:10 – 75 percent of this winter's snow came from 2 storms.8:00 – Reflecting on the moments leading up to the avalanche near Frog Lake on February 17.9:00 – Being pulled into the media frenzy in the hours after the avalanche.10:20 – Why we decided to speak up to the media about the avalanche.11:30 – The major red flag: the snowfall forecast.15:35 – Trail Whisperer issues an apology to families of the victims regarding our story in the New York Times.18:50 – The 8 Cs of dealing with a community tragedy.22:30 – The culture of judgement of avalanche accidents in the U.S.27:00 – Tom's sobering realization skiing on the Tuesday of the avalanche.32:15 – It's ok to not travel on high avalanche danger days.35:00 – Pow Bot shares his revelations from soul searching after the accident.37:20 – The Normalization of Deviance42:45 – Reviewing the Sierra Avalanche Center report of the avalanche below Perry's Peak.49:45 – Reviewing the human factor in avalanches from Bruce Tremper's book, Staying Alive in Avalanche Terrain.53:50 – Accountability – know what you're stepping out into, even if you are with a guide, and don't be afraid to speak up.55:40 – Planning around safety and implementing processes to eliminate group think.59:50 – Knowing your team, their specialties and how you can leverage them.1:02:20 – “Stick with the plan” versus “sick with the plan” and establishing the leader.1:04:35 – The importance of the debrief at the end of the day.1:06:10 – Matteo – East Coast Matt – calls in on the COR LORD hotline.1:08:20 – DOPE OR DERP – East coast backcountry skiing.1:09:30 – The importance of hiring a guide to help you learn the backcountry.1:12:00 – The assumption of risk and respecting people's differing levels of risk.1:13:50 – The boys get fired up for their trip to Ice Creek Lodge in British Columbia, Canada.1:18:00 – Honoring the life of Stratton Matteson – a legend taken way too early.1:22:50 – The funny story of Pow Bot's incident command rescuing a family member.

LIVE at Union Marks with Bashshar Haydar & Michael Young. Taped live on Saturday, 28 February - hours before learning of Ali Khamenei's fate. A discussion covering security arrangements with Israel, questions surrounding normalization efforts and potential fallout from a forced peace deal. The episode also covers Iranian leverage towards ceasefire efforts between Lebanon and Israel, and the future of Hezbollah as the Iranian regime fights for its survival. Part of the REMAINING photo exhibition discussion series for the Lokman Slim Foundation at the Abroyan Factory / Union Marks in Burj Hammoud The podcast is only made possible through listener and viewer donations. Please help support The Beirut Banyan by contributing via PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/walkbeirut Or donating through our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/thebeirutbanyan Subscribe to our YouTube channel and your preferred audio platform. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: @thebeirutbanyan Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:35 A forced peace with Israel? 5:41 Normalization process & consequences 10:45 Polling on recognition of Israel 13:40 Zones of influence & destabilization 16:02 What does Israel want from Lebanon? 19:38 Giving the Israelis security arrangements 22:42 Assurances for Israeli withdrawal 24:42 The Israeli ‘dream' today 27:28 Respecting agreements 30:39 The risk of not pushing for peace 34:32 Beirut Arab Summit 2002 37:01 Palestinian statehood 40:11 American pressure 42:29 Consequences of regional war with Iran 49:05 Disarmament of Hezbollah on the horizon? 51:05 Ceasefire & Lebanese side of the border 54:19 Threats only getting worse

Jonathan Schanzer reports that IDF ground troops enter Lebanon to "clean house," targeting missile silos and leadership, while secret talks explore normalization between the two nations after Hezbollah's removal. 11.1897 SAMARAKAND PERSIA

Andrew, Blake, Mikey, and Pastor John Amanchukwu take an hour of questions live from CK Exclusives subscribers, including: - How can the church keep younger generations engaged in their faith? - How can conservatives push back against the steady normalization of political violence? - When is it acceptable to defy the laws for the sake of the Gospel? - What does the show think of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney? Become an Exclusives subscriber and ask the team a question on-air by going to members.charliekirk.com Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew, Blake, Mikey, and Pastor John Amanchukwu take an hour of questions live from CK Exclusives subscribers, including: - How can the church keep younger generations engaged in their faith? - How can conservatives push back against the steady normalization of political violence? - When is it acceptable to defy the laws for the sake of the Gospel? - What does the show think of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney? Become an Exclusives subscriber and ask the team a question on-air by going to members.charliekirk.com Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 6: The Normalization Effect: How and Why We Accept More Than We Realize . We are not overwhelmed because the world suddenly became chaotic. We are overwhelmed because human beings adapt faster than they understand what they're adapting to. . In this episode of The Polymathic Perspective, Dov Baron examines the psychology of normalization, how constant exposure to disruption, information overload, and repeated emotional stimuli quietly recalibrates human perception, decision-making, and cultural behavior. . This is not about agreeing with change. It's about how the brain, the nervous system, and social belonging mechanisms adjust so we can continue functioning, often without realizing what we've learned to tolerate. In This Episode, We Explore: The psychology of adaptation and why repeated exposure lowers emotional response over time How cognitive overload pushes humans toward faster decisions and simplified thinking The difference between resilience, which protects values, and normalization, which can shift them Why humans mirror their environments and how culture changes through imitation, not argument How modern media environments transformed information from occasional input into constant atmosphere The hidden feedback loop where individual coping behaviors reshape collective norms Why normalization often feels like fatigue, burnout, or numbness rather than moral change How rapid technological change now outpaces human reflection and ethical meaning-making What this means for leadership, culture, and decision-making in an age of continuous exposure A Question to Carry With You What is something you tolerate today that would have deeply disturbed you ten years ago? Not something you support. Something you've simply adapted to. Awareness begins there. Why This Matters Normalization doesn't happen because people abandon their principles. It happens because human beings are extraordinarily good at adjusting to repeated conditions in order to survive, belong, and continue. . Understanding that process is essential for anyone trying to lead, think clearly, or make decisions inside an environment defined by constant information and emotional saturation.

402-521-3080In this conversation, Stephanie Olson and Rebecca Saunders delve into the controversial topic of ethical pedophilia, exploring the distinction between feelings and actions, the role of shame, and the societal implications of normalizing harmful desires. They discuss the importance of support systems for individuals struggling with these feelings while emphasizing the need for safeguards to protect children. The conversation highlights the complexities of identity and the dangers of acceptance in a context that could lead to harm. takeawaysEthical pedophilia is a controversial term that distinguishes between attraction and action.There is a significant difference between having harmful desires and acting on them.Shame can play a role in recognizing and addressing harmful desires.Normalizing harmful desires can lead to dangerous societal implications.Support systems should focus on preventing harm while acknowledging intrinsic value.Desires should not define a person's identity; actions do.Removing obstacles is crucial for individuals seeking help.The push for acceptance can lead to normalization of harmful behaviors.Children cannot consent, and their protection is paramount.Conversations about these topics are necessary but must be approached with caution.Chapters00:00 Understanding Ethical Pedophilia04:26 The Distinction Between Feelings and Actions07:09 The Role of Shame in Human Behavior12:32 The Push for Acceptance of Minor Attracted Persons15:45 The Growth of Identity and Its Implications16:50 Understanding the Complexity of Attraction18:02 The Role of Art and Expression in Attraction20:02 The Debate on Control and Responsibility21:03 Navigating Language and Terminology22:28 The Importance of Support and Prevention24:29 Safeguards and Professional Boundaries25:31 The Challenge of Identity Labels27:19 Minor Attracted Persons and Support Groups30:06 The Spectrum of Beliefs within the MAP Community34:17 Concluding Thoughts on Protection and Prevention35:12 R&R Outro.mp4Support the showEveryone has resilience, but what does that mean, and how do we use it in life and leadership? Join Stephanie Olson, an expert in resiliency and trauma, every week as she talks to other experts living lives of resilience. Stephanie also shares her own stories of addictions, disordered eating, domestic and sexual violence, abandonment, and trauma, and shares the everyday struggles and joys of everyday life. As a wife, mom, and CEO she gives commentaries and, sometimes, a few rants to shed light on what makes a person resilient. So, if you have experienced adversity in life in any way and want to learn how to better lead your family, your workplace, and, well, your life, this podcast is for you!https://setmefreeproject.net https://www.stephanieolson.com/

Dr Lauren Colenso-Semple is back to tackle a series of current trends, narratives, and pseudoscientific claims in fitness and wellness, including:-Is there any quality human research on “wellness peptides”-What are wellness peptides-Why are they becoming more popular-Is there any evidence to suggest that muscle building is any different for women than men-Is there any evidence that birth control affects muscle growth-Is there any difference in protein timing needs for muscle growth in women-Are there notable differences in muscle fibre type between men and women-Is there any association between testosterone levels and lean mass and strength in women-Does menopause accelerate muscle loss-Is creatine as potent as it's currently hyped-Is there any evidence to support cycle syncing-Why is messaging around unique physiological differences so appealing to women-Why are some fitness and wellness “professionals” incentivized to brand around differences in men's and women's training physiology-Are there differences in injury risks across the phases of menstrual cycles-Do vibration plates have any benefits-Is calling out female creators for spreading misinformation by other women “mean girl behaviour”-And much moreIG: @drlaurencs1CHAPTERS01:00 What Are Wellness Peptides and Why They're Trending02:00 How Peptides Work in the Body03:00 Drug Development and Approval Process04:00 Unapproved Peptides in the Wellness Market07:00 Biological Risks and Tumor Concerns08:00 Limited Human Data and Research Quality09:00 Placebo Effects and Pain Resolution10:00 Drug Approval vs Evidence Reality11:00 Placebo Surgery Example and Mind-Body Effects12:00 The “Wild West” of Peptide Research13:00 Manufacturing and Dosing Risks14:00 Why Peptides Became Popular15:00 Normalization of Injectables and “Natural” Marketing20:00 Branding Differences Between Approved Drugs and Peptides24:00 Historical Drug Regulation Context25:00 Are Muscle Gains Different Between Men and Women?26:00 Molecular and Physiological Similarities Between Sexes27:00 Muscle Fiber Type Complexity30:00 Genetics vs Training Adaptation33:00 Athlete Caliber vs Sex Differences37:00 Creatine Performance Effects38:00 Creatine and Clinical Populations39:00 High Dose Creatine Considerations42:00 Testosterone Myths and Hypertrophy43:00 Menopause and Muscle Loss45:00 Measuring Testosterone and Lab Variability46:00 PCOS and Testosterone Levels47:00 Research Gaps in PCOS and Performance48:00 Menstrual Cycle Strength Research Discussion51:00 Why Cycle Syncing Messaging Is Appealing52:00 Marketing Incentives and Female Targeting53:00 Diet Culture Parallel and Behavior Change54:00 Individualization vs Simple Prescriptions55:00 Age vs Training Factors That Actually Matter58:00 Vibration Plates — Claims vs Evidence59:00 Exercise vs Passive Modalities01:01:00 Injury Risk Across Menstrual Cycle PhasesSUPPORT THE SHOWIf this episode helped you cut through confusion in fitness and wellness claims, you can support the show by:• Subscribing and checking out more episodes• Sharing it on your social media (tag me — I'll respond)• Sending it to a friend who's overwhelmed by conflicting adviceFOLLOW ANDREW COATESInstagram: @andrewcoatesfitnesshttps://www.andrewcoatesfitness.comPARTNERS AND RESOURCESRP Strength App (use code COATESRP)https://www.rpstrength.com/coatesJust Bite Me Meals (use code ANDREWCOATESFITNESS for 10% off)https://justbitememeals.comMacrosFirst – FREE Premium TrialDownload MacrosFirst and during setup you'll be asked “How did you hear about us?”Type in: ANDREWKNKG Bags (15% off)https://www.knkg.com/Andrew59676Versa Gripps (discount link)https://www.versagripps.com/andrewcoatesTRAINHEROIC – FREE 90-Day TRIAL (2 steps)Go to https://www.trainheroic.com/liftfreeReply to the email you receive (or email trials@trainheroic.com) and let them know Andrew sent you

With a carnivore diet, Brian improved gout, sciatica, tinnitus, sleep apnea, gut issues, bloating, pain, and heart palpitations. He also lost 37 kg throughout his journey. His goal is to share his experience and use it to help others, and in doing so, has contributed to building the online community @the_carnivore_community (IG), and is studying to become a carnivore coach.  IG: @huntergatherermindset  FB @HunterGathererMindset Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer 00:25 Introduction 04:45 Keto journey and nutrition 07:11 Health solutions for chronic disease 12:16 Carnivore journey inspiration 14:51 Intentional eating and dietary changes 18:48 Normalization of obesity in society 20:05 Raising healthy generations 23:18 Healthy habits shape families 28:18 Hypothermia hammer syndrome 35:18 Keeping nutrition simple and healthy 37:14 Primal living and evolution 41:58 Carnivore community support network Join Revero now to regain your health: https://revero.com/YT Revero.com is an online medical clinic for treating chronic diseases with this root-cause approach of nutrition therapy. You can get access to medical providers, personalized nutrition therapy, biomarker tracking, lab testing, ongoing clinical care, and daily coaching. You will also learn everything you need with educational videos, hundreds of recipes, and articles to make this easy for you. Join the Revero team (medical providers, etc): https://revero.com/jobs ‪#Revero #ReveroHealth #shawnbaker  #Carnivorediet #MeatHeals #AnimalBased #ZeroCarb #DietCoach  #FatAdapted #Carnivore #sugarfree Disclaimer: The content on this channel is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider.

Aaron McIntire leads with U.S. strikes sinking narco-trafficking vessels in the eastern Pacific, killing two and saving American lives as President Trump details the strategy to crush fentanyl flows first at sea then inland. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick faces congressional scrutiny over documented Epstein Island visits with his family in 2012, defending it as a brief lunch stop during a vacation while Speaker Mike Johnson dismisses calls for resignation. Beef prices continue climbing due to historic low cattle inventories from drought and wildfires, prompting Trump to expand imports from Argentina to ease consumer costs despite impacts on U.S. ranchers. Democrats express open concern over massive Republican fundraising advantages heading into midterms, while Sen. Dick Durbin vows to oppose the SAVE Act requiring proof of citizenship to vote. Plus, a CBP exchange exposes birth tourism exploitation, the latest on the Nancy Guthrie disappearance case, and Pete Hegseth's candid assessment of DoD inefficiencies.   A.M. Update, Aaron McIntire, narco boat strikes, Howard Lutnick Epstein, beef price surge, SAVE Act opposition, birth tourism, Nancy Guthrie disappearance, Pete Hegseth DoD, Republican fundraising, fentanyl crackdown, conservative news, daily update

Leaders often try to "brute force" AI adoption, only to find their best people pushing back. The blame often goes to a lack of skill. But this friction is actually caused by a crisis of identity where high performers feel their professional value is being replaced by an algorithm. To overcome this means moving from "enforcement" to "normalization" by focusing on how people actually work. In this episode of Future Ready Today, I break down eight exclusive insights from Uber's CTO, Praveen Neppalli Naga, on why organizational velocity, not just efficiency, is the new competitive divide. Expect a deep dive into why ROI obsession sabotages growth, how to disassemble jobs into tasks, and why the real risk of AI isn't job loss, but the threat of rogue agents. We also unpack why HR and Tech must now operate as a single leadership system to keep culture from becoming purely software-driven. ---------- Quick heads-up: my new book, The 8 Laws of Employee Experience, is a practical playbook for building an environment where people do their best work—order a copy here: 8EXlaws.com

Bill Roggio Roggio characterizes Western policy as an "absolute mess," arguing the US has conceded safe havens to jihadists in both Afghanistan and Syria. He criticizes the normalization of Ahmed al-Shara, noting that al-Shara never denounced his oath of allegiance to Al-Qaeda, yet is being treated as a potential partner. Roggio warns that while the US focuses on the Islamic State, jihadists are on a rampage across Africa and Syria, capitalizing on the strategic failures of multiple US administrations.1935 Abyssinians

This is a sneak peek from a recent conversation on Inside Call Me Back, the members-only edition of the podcast. Dan and Dr. Tal Becker challenge the claim that Saudi normalization is “dead” and explain why a one-state framework fails to address the core of the Israeli–Palestinian conflict.To hear the full conversation, become a member by following the link in the description or visiting arkmedia.org.In the full episode: Dan takes listener questions with Dr. Tal Becker on the new “Board of Peace,” why it's being framed as an alternative to the UN, and what it could mean for Gaza and beyond. Tal also weighs Israel's concerns about Turkey and Qatar sitting on the Gaza Executive Committee. The conversation ends with a look at trends in American Jewry and a practical explanation for why Israeli leaders often adjust once they're governing from the Prime Minister's Office.More Ark Media:Subscribe to Inside Call me BackListen to For Heaven's SakeListen to What's Your Number?Watch Call me Back on YouTubeNewsletters | Ark Media | Amit Segal | Nadav EyalInstagram | Ark Media | DanX | DanDan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of IsraelGet in touchCredits: Ilan Benatar, Adaam James Levin-Areddy, Brittany Cohen, Martin Huergo, Mariangeles Burgos, and Patricio Spadavecchia, Yuval Semo