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A recent poll from the Survey Center on American Life revealed that people are rapidly losing their close friends, especially men. The number of American men who view themselves as having "no close friends" quintupled over the last 30 years, increasing from 3 percent in 1990 to 15 percent in 2021.  Why is this happening, and how can we reverse it? How can we develop closer friendships? Bishop Barron and Brandon Vogt discuss those questions today. A listener asks, why does God love us? Links “The Creed” film series and Light from Light book NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today we continue our discussion of a recent article by Tim Keller, the popular Protestant pastor, titled “The Fading of Forgiveness: Tracing the Disappearance of the Thing We Need Most.” We previously explored why forgiveness has faded in our culture. Today, we focus on the path forward, how we can practice and encourage more forgiveness. A listener asks, what is, for Bishop Barron, the most annoying passage in the Bible? Links “The Creed” film and Light from Light book >> https://wordonfire.org/creed NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today we discuss a recent article by Tim Keller, the popular Protestant pastor, titled “The Fading of Forgiveness: Tracing the Disappearance of the Thing We Need Most”. Why are people increasingly skeptical about forgiveness? Keller proposes two reasons: a therapeutic culture, and religion without grace.  A listener asks, how did God create the universe if not from potentiality? Links WOFI Faith & Science Summit >> https://wordonfire.institute/science NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today we share the latest “Bishop Barron Presents” discussion, featuring author and political science professor Dr. Jason Blakely. In Jason's conversation with Bishop Barron and Jared Zimmerer, he discussed topics found in his new book, We Built Reality: How Social Science Infiltrated Culture, Politics, and Power, including hermeneutics, economics, and more. Stay tuned for future “Bishop Barron Presents” conversations. These intellectually invigorating discussions feature varying religious and political perspectives to encourage greater understanding and civility. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today we share in interview about Brandon Vogt's new book Return: How to Draw Your Child Back to the Church, recently published by Word on Fire. The book is full of concrete advice and practical strategies to help draw any loved one back to the Church. Return includes one of the best summations of why people dismiss the Church's faith. He doesn't cast aspersions or blame, and he avoids the scapegoating that marks some approaches to this problem. Instead, he focuses on the solution, using a positive emphasis on what parents can say and do to respond to their child's objections, rebuild relationships, and ultimately draw them back to the Church. Return offers no magic-bullet guarantee that your loved one will come back. But you will find a complete game plan to create the best possible environment to reintroduce them to Christ and his Church. Learn more at https://wordonfire.org/return. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today we share the latest “Bishop Barron Presents” discussion, featuring literary and theological scholar Jessica Hooten Wilson. Jessica recently sat down with Bishop Barron and Jared Zimmerer to discuss caring for the soul through human formation, focusing on topics such as: - The humanities within education - Flannery O'Connor - Dostoevsky - Walker Percy Stay tuned for future “Bishop Barron Presents” conversations. These intellectually invigorating discussions feature varying religious and political perspectives to encourage greater understanding and civility. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today we share the latest episode in our “Bishop Barron Presents” series, featuring editor and author Sohrab Ahmari. Bishop Barron sits down to discuss Sohrab's new book, The Unbroken Thread: Discovering the Wisdom of Tradition in an Age of Chaos. Sohrab named his son after St. Maximillian Kolbe, and the book originated in his hope to inculcate in his son the virtues and values that shaped this great saint. We also examine: The problem of “scientism” How Catholic morality can serve as a referee for society The paradox of freedom from restraint St. Thomas' teaching on how our longings are satisfied in God The loss of Sabbath, leisure, and spiritual rituals How to avoid egocentric self-invention and instead accept an invitation to spiritual adventure Stay tuned for future “Bishop Barron Presents” conversations. These intellectually invigorating discussions feature varying religious and political perspectives to encourage greater understanding and civility. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Bishop Barron recently joined Jordan Peterson for a second long discussion titled “Christianity and the Modern World,” which has been viewed over 780,000 times. On today's episode of “The Word on Fire Show,” we revisit and reflect on some of the key moments in the dialogue. A listener asks, how can I answer my Protestant friend who claims that Catholics focus too much on Jesus' suffering and death, and not enough on his Resurrection? More Jordan Peterson Resources >> https://wordonfire.org/peterson NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Hello friends! This week, continuing our “fun in the summer” podcast series, we decided to have our first official meeting for our upcoming 2022 year of traveling - WOW.We share the plans as they sit right now on this episode including our slow travel mindset and figuring out where the heck to even start (we think we figured it out while recording, listen for the

According to a recent Wall Street Journal headline, “Catholic Schools Are Losing Students at Record Rates, and Hundreds Are Closing.” Catholic schools peaked in the 1960s with about 5.5 million students in 11,000 schools. Today, Catholic schools boast only 1.6 million students in 5,900 schools. What explains this decline? And what can we do about it? Bishop Barron and Brandon Vogt discuss the situation of Catholic schools, the purpose of Catholic education, and where Catholic schools should move in the future.  A listener asks, how can we be better friends with our friends who are not Christian? NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

On today's episode, Brandon Vogt and I discuss my recent conversation with Alex O'Connor (aka @CosmicSkeptic), one of the most popular atheists in the world. We replay and unpack some of the most important clips from the dialogue. (Watch the full dialogue here.) A listener who was raised Christian, but became atheist for many years, asks advice on re-engaging with Christianity. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today we share the second half of Bishop Barron's 2020 address at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, titled “Called Into the Depths.” He discussed three sailors from the Bible: the patriarch Noah, the prophet Jonah, and our Savior Jesus Christ. The sea can be thought of as something frightening and terrifying, standing athwart the purposes of God with its unforgiving power and discouraging darkness. However, when we allow ourselves to be swallowed up by the Lord’s will, we will find a peace that is sure and unshakable, even in the midst of the worst storms. Links Support the Word on Fire Bible project, and get a sneak peek at Volume II! NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

A new Gallup survey found that the proportion of Americans who consider themselves members of a church, synagogue, or mosque has dropped below 50% for the first time in American history. In 1999, around 70% of Americans attended a church, synagogue, or mosque--today it's just 47%. Bishop Barron and Brandon discuss these results, what they mean, and why it matters whether someone belongs to a church. They also respond to commenters on Reddit who reveal why they stopped going to church and will never go back. A listener asks, why doesn't the spiritual life get easier? Links Support the Word on Fire Bible project NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today we share the first half of Bishop Barron's 2020 address at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, titled “Called Into the Depths.” He discussed three sailors from the Bible: the patriarch Noah, the prophet Jonah, and our Savior Jesus Christ. The sea can be thought of as something frightening and terrifying, standing athwart the purposes of God with its unforgiving power and discouraging darkness. However, when we allow ourselves to be swallowed up by the Lord’s will, we will find a peace that is sure and unshakable, even in the midst of the worst storms. Links Support the Word on Fire Bible project, and get a sneak peek at Volume II! NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today we share Bishop Barron's talk at the 2021 Los Angeles Religious Education Congress titled “Catholics, Media Mobs, and the Culture of Contempt.” The talk focuses on how to address the swell of negative and nasty behavior we're seeing online, not just in general but especially among Catholics.  Links The Pope Benedict XVI Reader from Word on Fire Support the Word on Fire Bible project, and get a sneak peek at Volume II! NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

On this week the Troika examines Bigfoot. Steve gives us an in-depth examination, other Steve interrupts entirely too much, and Ryan is slowly let down about the possibility of Bigfoot existing over the course of two hours. NOTE: Do not lookup any books Ryan recommends on Amazon without consulting your doctor.

Today we share the second half of Bishop Baron's talk titled "Knocking Holes in the Buffered Self: Approaches to the Question of God." (Click here to listen to the first half.) He gave the talk at Kenrick-Glennon Seminary as part of their Kenrick Lecture series. Many—especially the young—in today’s time have absented themselves from the practice of faith. Our culture and time is anomalous in the extreme, in that it’s the first ever to widely entertain God’s nonexistence. Christians, at least in the West, are facing a practically unprecedented crisis of disaffiliation. But there are paths out of the cave, and that's what Bishop Barron reveals. Word on Fire Vatican II Collection: https://wordonfire.org/vatican2 NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today we share the first half of Bishop Baron's talk titled "Knocking Holes in the Buffered Self: Approaches to the Question of God." He gave the talk at Kenrick-Glennon Seminary as part of their Kenrick Lecture series. Many—especially the young—in today’s time have absented themselves from the practice of faith. Our culture and time is anomalous in the extreme, in that it’s the first ever to widely entertain God’s nonexistence. Christians, at least in the West, are facing a practically unprecedented crisis of disaffiliation. But there are paths out of the cave, and that's what Bishop Barron reveals. Word on Fire Vatican II Collection: https://wordonfire.org/vatican2 NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Bishop Barron recently joined students from Princeton University in a virtual Q&A about God, faith, reason, and evangelization. The event was led by Leah Libresco Sargeant, a fellow of the Word on Fire Institute, and graciously hosted by The Aquinas Institute at Princeton’s Catholic Campus Ministry. Today on the podcast, we share the second half of the Q&A (click here to listen to the first half.) NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Why do so many young people drift away from God and the Church, and how can we help them return? This is a pressing question for all Catholics, but especially for parents who are brokenhearted about their own sons or daughters who have become unaffiliated. In today's episode, Bishop Barron and Brandon Vogt discuss Brandon's new book, just published by Word on Fire, titled Return: How to Draw Your Child Back to the Church, which provides a game plan for parents hoping to see their loved ones come back to the faith. A listener asks, what is the promise that God gives us if we keep His commandments? Eternal life, or something else? And what, exactly, is eternal life? NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Bishop Barron recently joined students from Princeton University in a virtual Q&A about God, faith, reason, and evangelization. The event was led by Leah Libresco Sargeant, a fellow of the Word on Fire Institute, and graciously hosted by The Aquinas Institute at Princeton’s Catholic Campus Ministry. Today on the podcast, we share the first half of the Q&A. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today, Bishop Barron answers questions from children all over the world, including: Is God bigger than an elephant? Why did God make bad germs? How did God come to exist? How can God see us from up in heaven if we can't see him? Do you think animals go to Heaven? Why do bad things happen? If God knows everything, did he make my thoughts? Why did God not give the 10 commandments to Adam and Eve? NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

It's commonly assumed that J.R.R. Tolkien, author of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, was an arch-conservative, a backward-looking person, and that he valued nothing that smacked of the modern day. But in a groundbreaking new book titled Tolkien's Modern Reading: Middle-earth Beyond the Middle Ages, the first in our Word on Fire Academic line of titles, Dr. Holly Ordway reveals that Tolkien was a much broader reader than previously believed. He was quite familiar with contemporary writers and books, and those modern sources significantly shaped his Middle-earth stories. Today, Brandon Vogt interviews Holly about her new book and some of the modern writers Tolkien enjoyed. Pick up your copy of Tolkien's Modern Reading: Middle-earth Beyond the Middle Ages at wordonfire.org/tolkien. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

According to YouVersion, the popular Bible app, 2020’s most-read Bible verse was Isaiah 41:10: “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Bishop Barron discusses this verse, the Bible's repeated encouragement not to be afraid, and how we can overcome our fears of sickness, loss, and death. A listener asks, was Jesus subject to things like doubt and ignorance? NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Listen to this sample lesson from Fr. Paul Murray's new course inside the Word on Fire Institute titled “Prayer, Beauty, Mission: The Hidden Springs of the New Evangelization.” The spiritual life is typically understood to begin in ascent. However, in Christianity it begins with descent, namely the descent of God. As 1 John 4:10 says, God has loved us first. In this lesson, Fr. Paul Murray explores the significance of such a beginning. Join the Institute and listen to the rest of the course! >> https://wordonfire.institute NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

As 2020 winds to a close, Bishop Barron reflects back on his five most popular YouTube videos of the decade. He and Brandon Vogt discuss why these videos, in particular, resonated with so many people. A listener asks, if Jesus already did what he came to do, and Satan realized he was beat, why wasn't that the end of the story? What are we still doing here? Links Bishop Barron on The Devil (July 2012) Bishop Barron on Gay Marriage & the Breakdown of Moral Argument (April 2013) Bishop Barron on The Holy Spirit (May 2012) Bishop Barron on Whether Hell is Crowded or Empty (March 2011) "Dare We Hope FAQ" - https://wordonfire.org/hope Bishop Barron on the Jordan Peterson Phenomenon (March 2018) NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Listen as Fr. Steve Grunow, CEO of Word on Fire, speaks to a group of young Jesuits about the perils of artificial intelligence and the online world. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

In this week's episode of #AbsolutelyWrite, host Aditi Surana is joined by writer, creative director and filmmaker, Ravi Iyer. Ravi has a production house called Talkoholic productions and has directed and co-produced the Science Of Stupid for NatGeo with actor Maniesh Paul. Aditi met Ravi for the first time in the Radio city office, where she hosted the first & only graphology based radio show in India. Today after 13 years, Aditi is analyzing his handwriting again.Ravi & Aditi talk about some graphology based traits found in creative people, that talk about his moody behaviour, social skills and how his personality has evolved over the last 13 years. They discuss his journey as a parent of an autistic child. All this and a lot more on this episode of Absolutely Write.Note: Do listen to our new segment called 'Autograph Please?' where Aditi specifically talks about the guest's signature. Also, do check out the 'Graphology tool of the week' to know how you can implement graphology in your daily life.You can know more about Autism school: www.forumforautism.orgYou can follow Ravi on social media:Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/ravideas)Linkedin: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-iyer-a255573/)Get in touch with our host Aditi Surana on Twitter and Instagram: @aditisurana(https://www.instagram.com/aditisurana)(https://twitter.com/Aditisurana)You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.

A hit Netflix documentary, “The Social Dilemma,” is a film about the dark side of social media explained by the Silicon Valley innovators behind it. Bishop Barron discusses some of the film's insights and offers a Catholic perspective on social media, technology, and their addictive qualities. A listener asks, if Joseph descended from David, but is not Jesus' biological father, how is Jesus considered to be related to David? NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

In this week's episode of #AbsolutelyWrite, host Aditi Surana is joined by Mukta Sable, Director at Sable Sanjivani. An entrepreneur for 20 years in FMCG, Hospitality & Real Estate industry, Mukta loves to develop concepts with wellness being her passion project. She is currently involved in - Wabi Sabi - an artisanal single estate origin coffee and Matcha tea chain, Abhyangasnan - An Ayurvedic premium Bathing product range as well as a gated wellness community in Pune.Mukta and Aditi talk about the challenge of overthinking and being an introvert in this society. While analysing Mukta's handwriting, Aditi points out the importance of reconnecting to self and how there might be an incorrect assumption made for a person who is introvert. Aditi shares a journaling question for everyone to ponder and answer. All this and much more on this episode of Absolutely Write.Note: Do listen to our new segment called 'Autograph Please?', in which Aditi talks about the guest's signature. In this episode, Aditi analyses Shruti's signature and talks about her work-life balance. Do listen!Tune in to find out more on #AbsolutelyWrite with Aditi Surana.You can know more about Sable Sanjivani on: (https://www.sablesanjivani.com/)Instagram: @sablesanjivani (https://instagram.com/sablesanjivani?igshid=rh3qaeywr6ja)LinkedIn: @sablesanjivani (https://www.linkedin.com/company/sable-sanjivani)Twitter: @sablesanjivan (https://twitter.com/sable_sanjivani?s=21)You can know more about Abhyangasnan on: (https://abhyangasnan.com/)Instagram: @abhyanga_snan (https://instagram.com/abhyanga_snan?igshid=1dt6ni1xb138r/)Facebook: @abhyangasnan (https://www.facebook.com/abhyangasnan)Get in touch with our host Aditi Surana on Twitter and Instagram: @aditisurana(https://www.instagram.com/aditisurana)(https://twitter.com/Aditisurana)You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.

Today, we share the second half of Bishop Barron's recent discussion with Dave Rubin on the topic "Has Liberalism Failed?" (Click here to listen to the first half.) It's part of the "Bishop Barron Presents" series of conversations with various thinkers and cultural influencers. In this discussion, Bishop Barron and Dave uncover the underlying issues fueling today’s partisan politics and the culture of contempt. Further, they discuss how to engage in constructive dialogue for the sake of the common good. To listen to the full conversation, and gain access to dozens of courses, films, and other resources, become part of the Word on Fire Institute. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

In this week's episode of #AbsolutelyWrite, host Aditi Surana is joined by Shruti Chaturvedi who is the founder of Chaaipani, a new-age startup that publishes inspiring, positive and solution oriented stories for young readers. She is also a political & brand consultant to 80+ brands, has worked with leading organisations such as Sandesh News, Coca-Cola India and Social Udaan and has won some prestigious awards like Karamveer Global Fellowship & Build India Award.Shruti and Aditi talk about how common it is to lose interest midway on a passion project and how procrastination and boredom revolves around us. Aditi answers some entrepreneurship based questions asked by Shruti on behalf of most young entrepreneurs in India. They further talk about one of the most frequently asked question on Graphology - "Is it scientific"? All this and much more on this episode of Absolutely Write.Note: Do listen to our new segment called 'Autograph Please?', in which Aditi talks about the guest's signature. In this episode, Aditi analyses Shruti's signature and talks about her work-life balance. Do listen!Tune in to find out more on #AbsolutelyWrite with Aditi Surana.You can talk to Shruti Chaturvedi on social media:Instagram: @shrutichaturvedii(https://instagram.com/shrutichaturvedii?igshid=1i4gh45g3uqry)Instagram: @Chaaipani(https://www.instagram.com/chaaipani/?hl=en)Twitter: @adhicutting(https://twitter.com/adhicutting)Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shrutiiWebsite: https://chaaipani.com/Get in touch with our host Aditi Surana on Twitter and Instagram: @aditisurana(https://www.instagram.com/aditisurana)(https://twitter.com/Aditisurana)You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.

There seems to be a growing sentiment, both within the Church and the wider culture, that if you share a public conversation with someone, or say something nice about one particular aspect of their work, you’re necessarily endorsing everything they’ve ever said or done and can therefore be easily dismissed, a fallacy known as "guilt by association." Bishop Barron discusses this problem, how it undermines evangelization, and why he chooses to engage people from across the religious and cultural spectrum. A listener asks, how do you respond to people who discredit Catholicism based on the sex abuse scandals? NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

In this week's episode of #AbsolutelyWrite, host Aditi Surana is joined by Jayasmita Dutta, Microbiologist and Lifestyle Influencer & Blogger. She is also an LGBT ally & trainer and super curious about graphology.Aditi talks about why some parts of our handwriting change over time and some parts don't. She talks about the letter 't' and all that it can tell about a person's personality & mindset. Aditi answers the innumerable questions Jayasmita has about her handwriting and she chalks out the difference between the palmist, astrologist and graphologist when it comes to personality assessment. Tune in to listen to this super graphology loaded episode and find out if you have a similar kind of 't' in your handwriting.Note: Do listen to our new segments 'Autograph please' - where Aditi specifically describes how the guest is misunderstood by people around them by analyzing their signatures & the second new segment, 'Graphology tool of the week' - where Aditi talks about a specific handwriting stroke and decodes what it means for our listeners to try as well. Do write back if you agree with that assessment or not.You can follow Jayasmita on social media:Instagram: @saree_nari (https://www.instagram.com/saree_nari/)Twitter: @jayasmitadutta (https://twitter.com/jayasmitadutta)Linkedin: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayasmita-dutta/)Get in touch with our host Aditi Surana on Twitter and Instagram: @aditisurana(https://www.instagram.com/aditisurana)(https://twitter.com/Aditisurana)You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.

Today, we share the first half of Bishop Barron's recent discussion with Dave Rubin on the topic "Has Liberalism Failed?" It's part of the "Bishop Barron Presents" series of conversations with various thinkers and cultural influencers. In this discussion, Bishop Barron and Dave uncover the underlying issues fueling today’s partisan politics and the culture of contempt. Further, they discuss how to engage in constructive dialogue for the sake of the common good. To listen to the full conversation, and gain access to dozens of courses, films, and other resources, become part of the Word on Fire Institute. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today, we look at Bishop Barron's favorite books of all time, from theology to poetry, fiction to stage plays. Download a full PDF guide to his favorite books at wordonfireshow.com/books. A listener asks about Thomas Aquinas' views on women. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

In this week's episode of #AbsolutelyWrite, host Aditi Surana is joined by Vasundhara Das - Singer, Actor and a Drum Circle Facilitator at Drumjam. Vasundhara has worked with composers such as A. R. Rahman, Shankar Ehsaan Loy, Yuvan Shankar Raja and G. V. Prakash Kumar to name a few. She won the Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer - Tamil for the film Mudhalvan.Aditi and Vasundhara talk about the concept of Drum Circle and how music can teach us about life. Aditi decodes Vasundhara's handwriting and explains how the tilt or slant of her handwriting shows her enthusiasm, experimentation and problem facing ability. All this and much more on this episode of Absolutely Write.Note: Do listen to our new segment called 'Autograph Please?', in which Aditi talks about the guest's signature. She analyses Vasundhara’s signature and talks about the difference between handwriting and signature.Tune in to find out more on #AbsolutelyWrite with Aditi Surana.You can know more about Drumjam: (https://www.drumjam.in/)Twitter: @DrumjamIndia (https://twitter.com/DrumjamIndia)Instagram: @drumjamindia (https://www.instagram.com/drumjamindia/)Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/DRUMJAMIN/)You can follow Vasundhara on social media:Twitter: @Thevasundhara (https://twitter.com/Thevasundhara)Instagram: @vasundharadas (https://www.instagram.com/vasundharadas/)Get in touch with our host Aditi Surana on Twitter and Instagram: @aditisurana(https://www.instagram.com/aditisurana)(https://twitter.com/Aditisurana)You can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the IVM Podcasts app on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/ios, or any other podcast app.

Today we hear the second half of Bishop Barron's recent talk to the Knights of Malta, in which he explains that behind much of the rioting and deep unrest in our country stand ideas stemming from four influential thinkers: Karl Marx, Friedrich Nietzsche, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Michel Foucault. Once we understand some of their most basic ideas, we will recognize their influence everywhere today. (If you missed the first half of the talk, click here to listen.) NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

In a recent talk given to the Knights of Malta, Bishop Barron addressed this convulsive time in our national history, demonstrated by the global pandemic, unstable politics, and outbursts of violence. What he shows is that behind much of the rioting and deep unrest stand ideas stemming from four influential thinkers: Karl Marx, Friedrich Nietzsche, Jean-Paul Sartre, and Michel Foucault. Once we understand some of their most basic ideas, we will recognize their influence everywhere today. In today's episode, we share the first half of the talk (the second half will be coming soon). NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

In this special episode, Word on Fire's John Barron interviews the design team responsible for the mesmerizing Word on Fire Bible, including Rozann Lee, Michael Stevens, and Nic Fredrickson. Listen as they share the story behind its creation and the workings of Providence that made it happen. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

In today's podcast we give you some valuable ideas and strategies to optimize your retail leasing services so you can find more tenants and work with more client landlords to help them with their property leasing vacancies. Note: Do you want more ideas in retail property leasing and tenant mix review?  You can get them here in our regular resource emails for free. We will share information with you about the review and optimization process in getting the tenant mix just right so that the property as an investment can thrive over time. There are some very specific strategies in a retail shopping centre to optimise the tenancy mix over time and lessen the pressures of vacancy. In the podcast, we will give you 10 specific ideas that you can work with as a leading agent or a property manager to improve that.

Bob and Brad present a progressive muscle relaxation exercise that can reduce anxiety and improve your sleep. Note: Do not attempt while driving!! Medical Disclaimer All information, content, and material of this website is for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a qualified physician or healthcare provider.

Listen to this sample lesson from Dr. Anthony Pagliarini's course for the Word on Fire Institute titled “How Nones Can Misread the Bible.” To access the other six lessons in this course, join the Word on Fire Institute today. You'll also receive a copy of Bishop Barron's new book, the latest issue of the Evangelization & Culture Journal, and immediate access to all of Bishop Barron's films and study programs! NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Listen to the second part of this sample lesson from Bishop Barron's study program, "Untold Blessing," which explores the three paths of holiness. This is from the third path, knowing that your life is not about you. Enjoy! (Want access to the rest of the talks in this study program? Join the Word on Fire Institute today and get immediate access to all of Bishop Barron's films and study programs!) NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

In his wildly popular book, A Manual for Creating Atheists, Peter Boghossian, a philosophy professor at Portland State University, outlines his process of “street epistemology,” which is intended to be a process of anti-evangelization, or talking people out of their religious faith. Bishop Barron and Brandon Vogt discuss this method of “street epistemology” and whether it's a good approach for religious dialogue.  NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Full policy update here: https://m.media-amazon.com/images/G/01/rainier/help/legal/Communication_Guidelines_English_US_090820.pdfWatch the CNBC story on fake reviews https://www.cnbc.com/video/2020/09/06/fake-reviews-are-all-over-amazon-and-its-getting-harder-to-spot-them.htmlCommunication Guidelines As part of selling on the Amazon store, sellers communicate with buyers both directly and indirectly. Amazon requires that sellers follow the guidelines below for any communication with buyers. The Communication Guidelines policy is meant to protect buyers from fraud and abuse, and to protect you from unscrupulous actions from your competitors. Raising the bar for all communications to buyers benefits all our selling partners, resulting in a stronger Marketplace. Direct communication Order status messages 1. Problem with Order messages: Sellers must communicate with buyers if the product ordered is not available to be shipped. First, adjust the full order amount using the Manage Orders feature in Seller Central or via an Order Adjustment feed. Sellers must use NoInventory or CouldNotShip as the reason codes for the adjustment as necessary. Second, use these directions and select the “Problem with Order” option to communicate with the buyer about your inability to fulfill the order. The message must contain a confirmation that the order amount was adjusted with the appropriate reason for the unavailability of the items. If you think you can fulfill the order but the shipment will be delayed beyond the advertised availability, you must notify the buyer about the delay. If the buyer decides to cancel the order, you should then start the refund process. Note: Do not contact the buyer and request that they submit a cancellation request. 2. Return-related messages: Sellers must process refunds for the order amount (minus any charges) using either the Manage Orders feature in Seller Central or via an Order Adjustment feed. You may communicate with the buyer about their return only when you need additional information to complete the return or you are offering a partial refund, following these directions and selecting the “Follow-up on return request” option. Buyer-Seller messages You may only send Permitted Messages to customers who have contacted you about purchasing a product or who have already purchased a product from you on the Amazon store. We define Permitted Messages as those communications necessary to complete an order or to respond to a customer service inquiry. Proactive Permitted Messages are those messages that you initiate that are not responses to a buyer’s question. Proactive Permitted Messages can be sent via email, using Amazon’s templates via the Contact Buyer or Request a Review page in Seller Central, third-party applications in the Application Store, or via Application Programmer Interface (API). You may send proactive Permitted Messages for the following reasons: resolving an issue with order fulfillment, requesting additional information required to complete the order, asking a return-related question, sending an invoice, requesting product review and/or seller feedback, scheduling the delivery of a heavy or bulky item, scheduling a Home Services appointment, verifying a custom design, or any other reason where the contact is required for the buyer to receive their purchase. Proactive Permitted Messages must be sent within 30 days of order completion. All proactive Permitted Messages must include the 17-digit order ID and be in the buyer’s Language of Preference. Sending proactive Permitted Messages to your buyer using Amazon’s templates, third-party applications, or via API automates the inclusion of order ID, Language of Preference translations, and critical message guidelines. Permitted Messages do not include any of the following message types (in manySupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/myamazonguy)

Listen to this sample lesson from Bishop Barron's classic study program, "Untold Blessing," which explores the three paths of holiness. Today, we'll hear the first half of Bishop Barron's reflections on the third path, knowing that your life is not about you. Enjoy! (Want access to the rest of the talks in this study program? Join the Word on Fire Institute today and get immediate access to all of Bishop Barron's films and study programs!) NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Listen to this sample lesson from Bishop Barron's film and study program "Eucharist," and then get access to the full study program by joining the Word on Fire Institute. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

It's an exciting day as we celebrate the launch of Bishop Barron's newest book, Renewing Our Hope: Essays for the New Evangelization (CUA Press). The book pulls together 17 academic essays, talks, and papers that Bishop has composed over the past few years, and covers everything from evangelization, to theology, philosophy, the sex abuse crisis, the priesthood, relativism, liberalism, and even contemporary movies. Brandon and Bishop discuss the book in today's episode. A listener asks how to dialogue with those who believe that Jesus is just one of many incarnations of God. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

How do we share the Faith in a culture where many people don’t understand what we mean by words like "sin" or "salvation"—and where the media constantly bombards us with the idea that the teachings of the Church are irrelevant, outdated, or bigoted? All too often, people aren’t even interested in hearing about the Faith! Especially when we seek to reach young people or bring back those who have left the Church, we must find ways to communicate more effectively—in short, to make our arguments meaningful. Here, the imagination is essential, but often neglected. In this sample lesson from her Word on Fire Institute course, Dr. Holly Ordway focuses on the role of the imagination in apologetics, showing how attention to language and meaning can make the work of catechesis and evangelization much more effective. Want access to the rest of the course? Join the Word on Fire Institute today! NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

In this episode, I talk about the healing qualities of the Sacred Datura flower. A highly poisonous flower, one of the only ways to access its healing powers is to work with a flower essence. I talk about what you may experience in working with this moonflower elixir and what it can catalyze within you. I share personal experiences and stories, and talk about how you can use the elixir for purification and finding light at the end of the tunnel during this collective dark night of the soul. Note: Do not eat or consume anything from this plant. It is highly poisonous. It is only safe as a diluted flower essence or homeopathic remedy.

The narrative that science and Christianity are enemies is false. Not only are they not enemies but Christianity helped science develop beyond the limits imposed on it by ancient cosmologies. In this sample lesson from her Word on Fire Institute course titled "Science for Evangelists," Dr. Trasancos introduces us to the basics of science and why there is no real conflict between science and Christianity. Want access to the rest of the course? Join the Word on Fire Institute today! NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today’s lesson is 231 words, a 55-second read. Subscribe here. The 3 Main Types of Sponges: 🧼 Soft: Good for lightly-soiled dishes, wiping countertops/appliances & absorbing spills. The only sponge that is safe to use on non-stick.🧤 Medium/abrasive: Great for scrubbing tougher messes. Can damage & degrade nonstick. 🔨 Tough/scouring: Often necessary for caked-on messes. Use with stainless steel, cast iron, wood & enamel. 📝 Notes, Tips & Tricks:Always squeeze sponges dry after use. This prevents the growth of mildew & mold, which thrive in dark, moist environments.  To check for mildew, sniff the sponge. If it smells weird, throw it out.Replace sponges regularly (e.g., weekly) or disinfect & replace bi-weeklyTo disinfect, use one of 3 methods: (1) Soak the sponge in a solution of water & a teaspoon of bleach or a few sprays of anti-bacterial cleaning fluid. (2) Microwave the moist soapy sponge in a bowl for ~1 minute. Let cool. Rinse & squeeze dry. *Note: Do not place metallic or synthetic sponges in the microwave. (Fire hazard)(3) Run in the dishwasher. When a sponge is too far gone to clean dishes, but still has life left & doesn't smell, downgrade it to other cleaning tasks (e.g., bathroom cleaning).🛍 RecommendationsSoft: Budget; SplurgeMedium: Hand-held; Wand; Splurge WandAbrasive: Scouring Pad; Steel Wool🎓 Further StudiesTurns Out There’s Only One Right Way to Really Clean a SpongeCleaning a Dirty Sponge Only Helps Its Worst Bacteria, Study Says[NYTimes] We Need to Talk Some More About Your Dirty SpongesSearching for the Best Kitchen Sponge [Cook’s Illustrated]The 8 Best Dish Scrubbers of 2020 [The Spruce]📚 Liked this lesson? Check out more in the Table of Contents 📚 Get full access to Life School at www.trylifeschool.com/subscribe

Today we share a sample lesson from Fr. Stephen Gadberry’s course inside the Word on Fire Institute titled “The People You Will Meet.” Knowing your audience is very important in effective evangelization. In this course, Fr. Gadberry distinguishes the different types of people you will likely meet. His advice is based on years of experience as a Catholic priest engaging people about the faith.  If you enjoyed this sample lesson from his course, you can enjoy the rest of them by signing up for the Word on Fire Institute! NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

NOTE: Due to enormous demand, the leather edition of The Word on Fire Bible: The Gospels ($59) and the Evangelization Pack (1 Leather + 4 Paperbacks for $99) are both out of stock. Both should be available to order again in September when the second printing is complete.   Today marks the launch of the long-anticipated Word on Fire Bible! Learn more about this project, which has been four years in the making. Discover what makes The Word on Fire Bible unique, how we chose the translation, and why its captivating beauty and insights can lure even nonbelievers to pick up the Scriptures. A listener asks why Jesus waited until age thirty to begin his public ministry. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

If you aren't familiar with the sweeping story of salvation, the "theo-drama," you won't fully grasp any particular part of the story. Today, Bishop Barron unveils the five acts of the biblical drama: Creation, the Fall, the formation of Israel, Jesus Christ, and the Church. A listener asks for some recommended biographies on the life of St. Thomas Aquinas. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

What are the basics we should know about the Holy Spirit? Who is he? And why is the Holy Spirit even necessary? Why not just God the Father and God the Son? In today's episode Bishop Barron reflects on the Holy Spirit and explains how to grow closer to him and receive all his gifts. A listener asks, what type of items would belong in a home devotional corner? Links Saint Catherine of Siena by Fr. Paul Murray, OP   NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

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Alleluia! We've just entered into the joyous season of Easter, where we celebrate the Lord's Resurrection, but what does it mean to say that Jesus is risen from the dead? That's what Bishop Barron answers in today's episode. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Bishop Barron answers questions from non-Catholics around the world, including: If we are beloved children of God, how could he banish anyone to an eternity of Hell? Why do priests have to be celibate? What's the difference between the Jewish Bible, Catholic Bible, and the Koran? How do we read similarities between the Virgin birth and similar stories found in other myths/religions? Why do Catholics need to confess their sins to a priest, and not directly to God? Why is the Church so obsessed with sexual issues but not other sins, such as gluttony? NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

In last week's episode, we shared the first half of Bishop Barron's talk on “The Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.” It focused on the Biblical and patristic basis for the doctrine. This week, we hear the second half of his talk which looks at the Eucharistic theology of Thomas Aquinas, the Council of Trent, and a letter on the Eucharist from Pope Paul VI. Enjoy! NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

On Today’s Menu on Marsha’s Plate Mia talk about The Flip Challenge and how its getting the cis men’s panties in a bunch Zee confronts us on our use of the gay slang term “fish” And Diamond talk Corona prep and particular risk factors for LGBTQ+ folks during a pandemic Resource Links * GLMA's Directory of LGBTQ-friendly medical providers http://www.glma.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=Page.ViewPage&PageID=939
  * Human Rights Campaign's LGBTQ-friendly hospitals and medical centers https://www.hrc.org/hei/search
  * Community Health Centers have been receiving guidance on how to be LGBTQ+ welcoming (and offer care for low income/uninsured persons). https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/
Note: Do not just walk into a community health center - make sure you call ahead. LGBT-oriented health centers in some big cities: * If you are in New York City, Callen Lorde * If you are in Washington, D.C., Whitman Walker * If you are in Los Angeles, LA LGBT Center * If you are in Philadelphia, Mazzoni Center * If you are in Chicago, Howard Brown Center Marsha’s Plate Op-ed for the Root https://www.theroot.com/marsha-s-plate-trans-podcast-wants-to-liberate-all-blac-1841067290 #marshasplate #girlslikeus #boyslikeus #transgender #podcast #podsincolor #podernfamily #transisbeautiful #houston #lgbt #transmen #transwomen #blackfeminism #trans101 #trans #blacktranswomen #blacktransmen #houstonpride #indiepodcast #blacktranslivesmatter #lgbtqia #lgbtq #genderidentity #pride #blackgirlmagic #blackboyjoy #podcast

The fathers of the Second Vatican Council referred to the Eucharist as the source and summit of the Christian life, that from which authentic Christianity flows and that toward which it tends. Yet a recent Pew Forum study found that only 30% of church-going Catholics believe what the Church teaches about the Eucharist, that under the forms of bread and wine, Christ is really present in the sacrament. That alarming statistic is why Bishop Barron devoted an hour-long keynote address to the topic at the 2020 Los Angeles Religious Education Congress. Today we share the first half of his talk, which looks at the Biblical and patristic basis for the doctrine of the Real Presence, and next week we'll share the second half. Enjoy! NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Gnosticism was one of the earliest heresies of the Church, and it remains among the most enduring. With an emphasis on special knowledge acquired only by a small group of enlightened elites, as well as a sharp division between spirit and matter, with spiritual things being good and material things being evil, Gnosticism still thrives today everywhere from crack conspiracy theories to Hollywood movies to our culture of self-invention. Bishop Barron discusses Gnosticism and why it ultimately fails to satisfy. A listener asks Bishop to help her understand the resurrection of the body. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Note: Do not adjust your sound! The quality of the first several minutes of the recording is very rough. It resolves after the first ten minutes. This episode is a special encore recording of our Beating Wintertime Blues workshop, given December 11, 2019. Feel glorious all winter long? Yes, it's possible!  Winter can be a very stressful time: In addition to cold weather and darkness, there is year-end business and, of course, the holidays and travel. Learn a holistic approach--physical, mental, spiritual--to taming the holidays and wintertime blues with Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Donna K. Kelly and meditation instructor and spiritual life coach Christi Clemons Hoffman, MA. For more information about Radiate Wellness, our practitioners, services, classes, and events, visit us at radiatewellnesscommunity.com, “Like” us on Facebook as Radiate Wellness, LLC; and follow us on Twitter @RadiateKC.

‘Why Am I Still Alive?’ Part of our teaching series called 'This is You'; real life stories of people's faith journeys through extended interviews. Note: Do to technical issue the recording at our Moseley gathering on 25/08/2019 cannot be uploaded. This recording has been taken from the same talk at our Bournville gathering on 18/08/2019.

Today, we discuss a recent article in Teen Vogue titled "Who is Karl Marx?" which shows how many teens and teachers have begun dabbling in Marxism. There have been a slew of other articles noting the rise of Millennials supporting socialism. Having done his masters work in philosophy on Karl Marx, Bishop Barron introduces us to this influential thinker and his main ideas, noting the problems the Catholic Church has with them. A listener asks why the Apostle's Creed says Jesus "descended into Hell." NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today, we use Google's autocomplete feature to have Bishop Barron respond to some of the top questions people search for beginning with the phrase "Does God...". Does God love everyone? Does God change his mind? Does God have a name? Listen and find out! A listener asks what evidence we have for the existence of Jesus. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Bishop Barron is wrapping up the final two episodes of his Pivotal Players film series. Today, Joseph Gloor interviews Bishop Barron in the car as they recount significant sites they've visited associated with the last pivotal player, Bartolomé de las Casas. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Bishop Barron is traveling around the world right now, filming the final two episodes of his Pivotal Players film series. Today, Joseph Gloor interviews Bishop Barron in the car as they recount significant sites they've visited so far. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Am5x86 based retro UNIX build log, setting up services in a FreeNAS Jail, first taste of DragonflyBSD, streaming Netflix on NetBSD, NetBSD on the last G4 Mac mini, Hammer vs Hammer2, and more. Headlines Polprog's Am5x86 based retro UNIX build log (https://polprog.net/blog/486/) I have recently acquired an Am5x86 computer, in a surprisingly good condition. This is an ongoing project, check this page often for updates! I began by connecting a front panel. The panel came from a different chassis and is slightly too wide, so I had to attach it with a couple of zip-ties. However, that makes it stick out from the PC front at an angle, allowing easy access when the computer sits at the floor - and thats where it is most of the time. It's not that bad, to be honest, and its way easier to access than it would be, if mounted vertically There is a mains switch on the front panel because the computer uses an older style power supply. Those power supplies instead of relying on a PSON signal, like modern ATX supplies, run a 4 wire cable to a mains switch. The cable carries live and neutral both ways, and the switch keys in or out the power. The system powers on as soon as the switch is enabled. Originally there was no graphics card in it. Since a PC will not boot with out a GPU, I had to find one. The mainboard only has PCI and ISA slots, and all the GPUs I had were AGP. Fortunately, I bought a PCI GPU hoping it would solve my issue... However the GPU turned out to be faulty. It took me some time to repair it. I had to repair a broken trace leading to one of the EEPROM pins, and replace a contact in the EEPROM's socket. Then I replaced all the electrolytic capacitors on it, and that fixed it for good. Having used up only one of the three PCI slots, I populated the remaining pair with two ethernet cards. I still have a bunch of ISA slots available, but I have nothing to install there. Yet. See the article for the rest of the writeup Setting up services in a FreeNAS Jail (https://www.ixsystems.com/blog/services-in-freenas-jail/) This piece demonstrates the setup of a server service in a FreeNAS jail and how to share files with a jail using Apache 2.4 as an example. Jails are powerful, self-contained FreeBSD environments with separate network settings, package management, and access to thousands of FreeBSD application packages. Popular packages such as Apache, NGINX, LigHTTPD, MySQL, and PHP can be found and installed with the pkg search and pkg install commands. This example shows creating a jail, installing an Apache web server, and setting up a simple web page. NOTE: Do not directly attach FreeNAS to an external network (WAN). Use port forwarding, proper firewalls and DDoS protections when using FreeNAS for external web sites. This example demonstrates expanding the functionality of FreeNAS in an isolated LAN environment. News Roundup First taste of DragonflyBSD (https://nanxiao.me/en/first-taste-of-dragonfly-bsd/) Last week, I needed to pick a BSD Operating System which supports NUMA to do some testing, so I decided to give Dragonfly BSD a shot. Dragonfly BSDonly can run on X86_64 architecture, which reminds me of Arch Linux, and after some tweaking, I feel Dragonfly BSD may be a “developer-friendly” Operating System, at least for me. I mainly use Dragonfly BSD as a server, so I don’t care whether GUI is fancy or not. But I have high requirements of developer tools, i.e., compiler and debugger. The default compiler of Dragonfly BSD is gcc 8.3, and I can also install clang 8.0.0 from package. This means I can test state-of-the-art features of compilers, and it is really important for me. gdb‘s version is 7.6.1, a little lag behind, but still OK. Furthermore, the upgradation of Dragonfly BSD is pretty simple and straightforward. I followed document to upgrade my Operating System to 5.6.0 this morning, just copied and pasted, no single error, booted successfully. Streaming Netflix on NetBSD (https://www.unitedbsd.com/d/68-streaming-netflix-on-netbsd) Here's a step-by-step guide that allows streaming Netflix media on NetBSD using a intel-haxm accelerated QEMU vm. Heads-up! Sound doesn't work, but everything else is fine. Please read the rest of this thread for a solution to this!! “Sudo Mastery 2nd Edition” cover art reveal (https://mwl.io/archives/4320) I’m about halfway through the new edition of Sudo Mastery. Assuming nothing terrible happens, should have a complete first draft in four to six weeks. Enough stuff has changed in sudo that I need to carefully double-check every single feature. (I’m also horrified by the painfully obsolete versions of sudo shipped in the latest versions of CentOS and Debian, but people running those operating systems are already accustomed to their creaky obsolescence.) But the reason for this blog post? I have Eddie Sharam’s glorious cover art. My Patronizers saw it last month, so now the rest of you get a turn. NetBSD on the last G4 Mac mini (https://tenfourfox.blogspot.com/2019/06/and-now-for-something-completely.html) I'm a big fan of NetBSD. I've run it since 2000 on a Mac IIci (of course it's still running it) and I ran it for several years on a Power Mac 7300 with a G3 card which was the second incarnation of the Floodgap gopher server. Today I also still run it on a MIPS-based Cobalt RaQ 2 and an HP Jornada 690. I think NetBSD is a better match for smaller or underpowered systems than current-day Linux, and is fairly easy to harden and keep secure even though none of these systems are exposed to the outside world. Recently I had a need to set up a bridge system that would be fast enough to connect two networks and I happened to have two of the "secret" last-of-the-line 1.5GHz G4 Mac minis sitting on the shelf doing nothing. Yes, they're probably outclassed by later Raspberry Pi models, but I don't have to buy anything and I like putting old hardware to good use. Hammer vs Hammer2 (https://phoronix.com/scan.php?page=news_item&px=DragonFlyBSD-5.6-HAMMER2-Perf) With the newly released DragonFlyBSD 5.6 there are improvements to its original HAMMER2 file-system to the extent that it's now selected by its installer as the default file-system choice for new installations. Curious how the performance now compares between HAMMER and HAMMER2, here are some initial benchmarks on an NVMe solid-state drive using DragonFlyBSD 5.6.0. With a 120GB Toshiba NVMe SSD on an Intel Core i7 8700K system, I ran some benchmarks of DragonFlyBSD 5.6.0 freshly installed with HAMMER2 and then again when returning to the original HAMMER file-system that remains available via its installer. No other changes were made to the setup during testing. And then for the more synthetic workloads it was just a mix. But overall HAMMER2 was performing well during the initial testing and great to see it continuing to offer noticeable leads in real-world workloads compared to the aging HAMMER file-system. HAMMER2 also offers better clustering, online deduplication, snapshots, compression, encryption, and many other modern file-system features. Beastie Bits Unix CLI relational database (https://spin.atomicobject.com/2019/06/16/unix-cli-relational-database/) The TTY demystified (https://www.linusakesson.net/programming/tty/index.php) Ranger, a console file manager with VI keybindings (https://ranger.github.io/) Some Unix Humor (https://www.reddit.com/r/unix/comments/c6o5ze/some_unix_humor/) OpenBSD -import vulkan-loader for Vulkan API support (https://marc.info/?l=openbsd-ports-cvs&m=156121732625604&w=2) FreeBSD ZFS without drives (https://savagedlight.me/2019/06/09/freebsd-zfs-without-drives/) Feedback/Questions Moritz - ARM Builds (http://dpaste.com/175RRAZ) Dave - Videos (http://dpaste.com/2DYK85B) Chris - Raspberry Pi4 (http://dpaste.com/1B16QVN) Send questions, comments, show ideas/topics, or stories you want mentioned on the show to feedback@bsdnow.tv (mailto:feedback@bsdnow.tv) Your browser does not support the HTML5 video tag.

Non-Catholic listeners send in their questions for Bishop Barron. Questions include: As a Christian, do you ever think, "What if God doesn't exist"? How are Adam and Eve guilty of disobedience if they had no knowledge of good/evil until after they ate of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil? Why did the disciples betray Jesus despite seeing miracles? Why is God almost exclusively referred to as a masculine entity in the Catholic Church? How do I understand Mary's important in the Catholic Faith? Is it essential? How can we trust the Bible, when evidence shows the Old Testament isn't true? Did John Henry Newman have any disagreements with the Catholic Church before his conversion? NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Several recent bestselling books have focused on the Enlightenment, including Stephen Pinker's Enlightenment Now: The Case for Reason, Science, Humanism, and Progress. But what was the Enlightenment, and how should we view its effects? Bishop Barron offers his take today. A listener asks how Christians determine which parts of the Mosaic law in the Old Testament are still in effect today. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

A recent bill proposed in the California Senate will force priests to report any crimes of sexual abuse they hear about in the confessional, breaking the seal of Confession. Bishop Barron speaks about the sacredness of this sacrament and what the Church should do if, suddenly, the sacrament of Confession becomes functionally illegal. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Today we discuss Bishop Barron's new book, titled Letter to a Suffering Church: A Bishop Speaks on the Sexual Abuse Crisis. In light of this current crisis, many Catholics are understandably asking, “Why should I stay? Why not abandon this sinking ship before it drags me or my children under?" This book explains why this is not the time to leave, but the time to stay and fight. Reading the current crisis through the lenses of Scripture and Church history, Bishop Barron shows that we have faced such egregious scandals before; that the spiritual treasures of the Church were preserved by holy men and women who recommitted themselves to fighting evil; and that there is a clear path forward for us today. Thanks to generous donors, you can claim a free copy of the print book (you just cover shipping handling) and place bulk orders of 20+ copies for just $1 per copy (with free shipping.) Get your copies here >> https://wordonfireshow.com/letter And encourage your pastor and staff to order copies for your whole parish! NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

In today's episode, we share the second half of a talk Bishop Barron gave on John Henry Newman's famous book, An Essay on the Development of Doctrine. If you missed the first, click here to listen to Part 1. Also, be sure to pick up your Word on Fire Classics edition of Newman's Development of Doctrine, which includes a Foreword by Bishop Barron! NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

While purging in the dietary sense is very bad for you, a good purge every now and again can be just the thing you need to do as a podcaster. In this short episode, I pontificate on the following points of podcast purging: Your listening list, going so far as suggesting you create "The Seven" The communities you belong to, with a call to seek out new ones to join The social connections you've made, which helps ensure you're fighting group-think Your entire "process" of podcasting, getting rid of outdated thinking and getting you to the new baseline I personally do a purge this way a couple times a year. And it's time once again!  (Note: Do not purge Podcast Pontifications from your listening list. I mean all the other podcasts, clearly.) This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Support this podcast

In March 2019, Bishop Barron was interviewed by Dr. Jordan Peterson for the Jordan B. Peterson Podcast. To say the discussion was highly anticipated is an understatement. Fans of both Dr. Peterson and Bishop Barron have asked for these two great minds to meet, and their wide-ranging, nearly two-hour discussion is worth the wait. Although the interview hasn't been made public yet on Jordan Peterson's channels, in this episode we discuss some of the most interesting parts of the interview. (Sign up here to be notified when the interview goes live >> https://wordonfire.org/peterson) A listener asks about the term logos and what it means. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Recently, The New York Times featured an op-ed by philosophy professor Peter Atteton, who tried to show that the idea of God is incoherent. Bishop Barron responds to Atteton's points and shows how there are no logical problems with believing in God. A listener asks whether Catholic universities should begin offering an evangelization major or concentration. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

We record this episode the day after a tragic fire at the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris has destroyed the spire, roof, and interior of one of the most important and magnificent religious sites in the world. Bishop Barron shares his close ties to Notre Dame, including his time as tour guide, and explains why these Gothic churches are so significant. A listener asks about Robert Sokolowski and which of his books to read. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

As Holy Week begins, listen to Bishop Barron's reflections on the 14 stations of the Cross. Stream it all at once, or throughout the week, as we approach the memorial of Christ's Passion. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Bishop Barron and Joe Gloor record live from the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress, discussing what's new and exciting at Word on Fire. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Kids from around the world ask Bishop Barron their burning questions about God's favorite food, whether heaven has an edge, and why the ground shook when Jesus died on the Cross. NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Bishop Barron and Brandon Vogt record live from Rome, where they visited for Bishop's reception of an honorary doctorate from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas (aka The Angelicum.) NOTE: Do you like this podcast? Become a patron and get some great perks for helping, like free books, bonus content, and more. Word on Fire is a non-profit ministry that depends on the support of our listeners…like you! So be part of this mission, and join us today!

Honey in bottles Honey is one of those pure diverse foods that can have a great effect in more than one area. It's a type of medicine, sugar substitute, helps with local allergies and lasts forever. This is one of those rare times when you can eat something sweet and gain benefits. That doesn't mean you eat a jar at a time, but in moderation, it does mean you don't have to feel guilty. Honey, as most of you know is made by bees and is a thick sweet syrup. A tablespoon of raw honey contains 64 calories, is fat-free, cholesterol-free, and sodium-free, says the National Honey Board. What some of you don't know is the difference between raw honey and regular honey. Raw Honey vs Regular Raw honey is best described as honey “as it exists in the beehive” (1). It is made by extracting honey from the honeycombs of the hive and pouring it over a mesh or nylon cloth to separate the honey from impurities like beeswax and dead bees (2). Once strained, raw honey is bottled and ready to be enjoyed.On the other hand, the production of regular honey involves several more steps before it is bottled — such as pasteurization and filtration (1). Pasteurization is a process that destroys the yeast found in honey by applying high heat. This helps extend the shelf life and makes it smoother (2). Medically reviewed by Ryan Raman, MS, RD at healthline.com Large commercial honey packers additionally push and process honey through a filter under pressure.  This process refines and provides a beautiful transparent product that will look great on the shelf. However, ultra-filtration creates a problem because it removes beneficial micro-nutrients like enzymes, antioxidants, and pollen in honey.  Thereby, weakening the nutritional impact and value of the product. A tablespoon of honey. Health Benefits of Honey Honey is one of the best remedies to treat seasonal allergies. It is also helpful for pet allergies and dust mites because of its anti-inflammatory properties. Becoming a type of vaccine due to the trace amount of pollen, it naturally helps to protect against specific allergens. A person wanting to use honey for allergies should consume it local, raw, and organic (if you can). Note: Do not give honey to infants under the age of one year old. Spores of Clostridium botulinum bacteria — found in dirt and dust, which can contaminate honey — may lead to infant botulism and produce a toxin inside the body that can cause muscle weakness and breathing problems.Medical Daily Medical Benefits of Honey A friend's child who is under the age of two suffered second, and third-degree burns on her hand when she put it in a pot of hot coffee. As they don't live close to town, and the snow and roads did not permit them to travel, they had no choice but to treat the child at home. This was done using raw honey. Covering and then wrapping their daughter's hand with raw honey and gauze they treated her wound. Because of the immediate result of seeing how the hand was healing, they continued to treat her at home for the next few weeks. When we went for supper just two weeks ago and looked at their daughter, I could not tell that she ever had a burn on her tiny hand. It truly was amazing! Honey is a natural antibiotic that can act both internally and externally. It can be used as a conventional treatment for wounds and burns by disinfecting wounds and sores from major species of bacteria such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).Medical Daily Besides its health and medical benefits, honey can add and make a simple meal flavorful and delicious.Tweet Recipe using Honey Honey Turmeric Chicken  Recipe by- Rasa Malaysia Honey Turmeric Chicken - sticky, savory and sweet honey chicken marinated with turmeric and cooked on a skillet. Quick and easy dinner in 15 mins.  Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 5 minutes Total Time 15 minutes, Servings  2, Calories 389 kcal Ingredients

Talked with Elizabeth Harfmann, Palm Beach Animal Care and Control; Lauren Ellis, Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League; Zara Roach and Susan Stuart, Big Dog Ranch Rescue. They are getting ready for their 5th annual Countdown 2 Zero pet adoption event on September 8th. This year it is in a new location at the South Expo building at the South Florida Fairgrounds. Admission/Parking are free. They will have over 20 animal rescues on site. Listeners can see dogs, cats, guinea pigs, etc. Listeners can also volunteer at the event or at any of the rescues. To volunteer at the event go to www.countdown2zero.org and to find out about volunteering/fostering stop by the rescue booths at the event. It's Saturday, September 8th from 10a-4p at the South Florida Fairgrounds. Admission/Parking are free. The adoption cost varies depending on the rescue. Note: Do not bring pets.

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Welcome to episode 4 of Resting in the Word, a guided meditation podcast to help heal your spirit and quiet your mind. A place where you can find peace and comfort without judgment. Today we explore the three main benefits of meditating to scripture, and then relax to ten minutes of meditation highlighted with words of peace from the Bible. Join teacher, writer and host Connie Minnell and begin Resting in the Word. (Note: Do not listen to while driving, as this podcast is created with soothing words and music to help you sleep.) Today's scripture in order of appearance:  Colossians 3:15 (KJV) Psalm 4:4 Living Bible (TLB) Psalms 49:3, Psalms 19:14, Psalm 136:26, Psalm 29:11, (KJV) Psalm 71:20-21 New International Version (NIV) Numbers 6:24-26 English Standard Version (ESV) 2 Corinthians 13:10-12 (NIV) John 14:27 (KJV) Philippians 4:6-7 American Standard Version (ASV) Luke 8:48 (KJV) +++++++++++++++++++++++++ Copyright Information (Licensing agreements available upon request by appropriate entity) All words, including words on graphic art (but excluding Bible verses,) are my own and may not be used in any part written or spoken without my permission. ~Connie Minnell Music Used by Permission:  Across The Waters © 2017 Jewelbeat Music Library Sleeping Stars  © 2017 Rebecca Reads Recordings  Scripture Used by Permission: American Standard Version (ASV) Public Domain English Standard Version (ESV) The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. ESV® Text Edition: 2016. Copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. King James Version (KJV) Public Domain New International Version (NIV) Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide. Scripture quotations marked (TLB) are taken from The Living Bible copyright © 1971. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.  

Janiel, a lover of policy, decided to leave her home country Jamaica for Sweden, after doing her Political Science and International Relations degrees. In Sweden, she did a masters in International Relations and Global Governance (IAGG).In this episode, she gives us the 'juicy details' about studying in Sweden. Please continue doing whatever you were about to do and listen to Janiel's story.Highlights from the show:1 : 40 - Janiel speaks about her degrees3: 24 - Why Sweden?5 : 48 - Prerequisites needed for going to school in Sweden6 : 38 - How to get a scholarship for university in Sweden7 : 52 - Websites to help you apply for University in Sweden ( www.studyatsweden.sc)8 : 11 - Application process for Sweden universities9 : 10 - Documents needed for the application process10 : 59 - International students in Sweden13 : 15 - International university students in Sweden study Swedish14 : 20 - Cost of living as an International University Student in Sweden16 : 40 - International students Lifestyle in Sweden17 : 50 - Jobs available to International Students in Sweden20 : 00 - Internship and extracurricular activities23 : 46 - Why you should consider doing a postgraduate degree in Sweden26 : 35 - How much does it cost to attend university in Sweden?Tips to Note:Do a thorough research of the schools that you want to attend. You can start that research at www.studyatsweden.sc.If you go to Sweden, do so with an open mind; make new friends, participate in extracurricular activities and don't be afraid to see Europe.

Janiel, a lover of policy, decided to leave her home country Jamaica for Sweden, after doing her Political Science and International Relations degrees. In Sweden, she did a masters in International Relations and Global Governance (IAGG).In this episode, she gives us the 'juicy details' about studying in Sweden. Please continue doing whatever you were about to do and listen to Janiel's story.Highlights from the show:1 : 40 - Janiel speaks about her degrees3: 24 - Why Sweden?5 : 48 - Prerequisites needed for going to school in Sweden6 : 38 - How to get a scholarship for university in Sweden7 : 52 - Websites to help you apply for University in Sweden ( www.studyatsweden.sc)8 : 11 - Application process for Sweden universities9 : 10 - Documents needed for the application process10 : 59 - International students in Sweden13 : 15 - International university students in Sweden study Swedish14 : 20 - Cost of living as an International University Student in Sweden16 : 40 - International students Lifestyle in Sweden17 : 50 - Jobs available to International Students in Sweden20 : 00 - Internship and extracurricular activities23 : 46 - Why you should consider doing a postgraduate degree in Sweden26 : 35 - How much does it cost to attend university in Sweden?Tips to Note:Do a thorough research of the schools that you want to attend. You can start that research at www.studyatsweden.sc.If you go to Sweden, do so with an open mind; make new friends, participate in extracurricular activities and don't be afraid to see Europe.

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How to Quickly Get Started with Your Solid Sales Funnel This is part 1 in the series on Sales Funnels.   The old school vs. new school sales funnels.   Too many terms, not enough tactics. Attract Your Customers With a Nibble You are leading them on a journey. In a world bombarded with noise, it doesn't help to give someone the full feast of what you offer. It's appetizer education now. Give them a nibble.   Your customers are too busy with all the incoming messages, a nibble is all they need.  Think of Costco runs on Saturday afternoons.   Those sample stations are at nearly every turn. Smell good? Have a nibble. "Do you like it?  They are located right around this corner and are sale today!" It Starts When Customers Spot You. Here's How the Big Companies Do This. Companies pay millions of dollars so that you can spot them. A few examples are: Movie/ television sets are paid by companies to have their products on camera. Think of cereals, etc. Sponsorships of teams and organizations in the community. Banners out on left field, on the walls of the high school, etc. Celebrities holding a can of Pepsi. Billboards across the globe. Thank you, Coke. Times Square flashing lights. YouTube ads: before you can watch some videos you have the 5-second mandatory ad.  Streaming videos: services have mandatory commercial breaks within the shows.   You, Smart, Ambitious Woman, Are Already in Sales. And You're Good at it. We make sales too complicated. You are a salesperson, you may not have realized that. I'm on a mission to help smart, ambitious women make sales simple & a natural part of daily life. Because you are already in sales. The process of making a sale is convincing someone to act.  You do this every day when you: Remind your child to make their bed so they can get to school on time.  Get the family out the door on time so you're not late again. Help a co-worker pass that certification with study notes/ practices so she can get a raise. Give someone a reason why they should join the volunteer organization, or plan the company picnic, or do something extra so they can put it on their resume. Negotiate the purchase price of an item so you save money and they still get a commission. We'll go into the power of sales more down the road, recognize that you are an excellent salesperson already.   How to Make it Easy For Your Customers Spot You Your sales funnel is your strategy. You implement the tactics.  This is why there are so many in business who give you the strategy and sale the tactics.   So now to the tactics to start your sales funnel so your customers spot you easily. But first, know your customer.  You must know who you are looking to draw into your sales funnel.  If you're not sure about that, I've got an entire worksheet dedicated to your perfectly delighted customer in the show notes.  The secret?  Make it a part of everyday life. Use what you've got, girl.  A few ideas that come to mind are: If you are a natural encourager, encourage your customer. If you are funny, be funny in your placement. If you are out a lot, be the person with your product. You are putting your message/ product/ad out in the world. [Note: Do not do all of these at once.  Start with one and do this consistently for a month. Then look at adding another. Don't be concerned it's not enough, people will start to notice. You are laying the foundation for your powerful sales funnel here.]   Social Media Steps so Customers Spot You Consider opportunities like this for social media: Make a consistent post. At a minimum, post twice a week, you could post daily. (10 words or less is ideal for graphics.) Tell a funny story in your life. Pull that story back to your product or service. Show pictures of your life in daily use on how the product works. Ask a question.  Something that can be used a conversation starter. Share the good news! If your product, someone in your organization has an article or post, share that and explain why this is important. Send congratulations!  When someone else succeeds doing something that you are happy for or talks about your product or service, bring up in the feed.   Video posts. This will take more time and planning but should be on your radar.    Real Life Steps to Take so Customers Spot You Life doesn't happen only online. The best way to allow your customers to spot your product is when they spot you. Think of it this way: You are your product. When customers choose to buy, they choose you. They notice you when they trust you. Dress like a professional.  Smile with confidence. (You can watch Amy Cuddy's TED Talk here.) Listen. Listen 3:1 ratio. People instinctively trust the listeners. Don't push.  Say less about your product or business, a casual mention is sometimes more powerful than a full-scale business presentation at the kids' soccer game. Share a sample, if someone shows interest.  Remember this is the world of appetizer education, so give them a nibble. So, How Do You Quickly Get Started with Your Solid Sales Funnel? Take one step and start moving forward. Next time I'm going to show you how to do even more and get your customers to act. You have big work to do. I love showing you how to simplify the steps so you are working smarter instead of harder. If you have questions, are looking for even more insight, you can send me an email at: amy@thinkenriched.com.

NOTE: Do whatever you can to be on the call!! You can't afford to miss this call!!!   Dr. Madlena Kantscheff is an empowering addition to spiritual visionaries.   She helps to empower and clear the burdens that people have carried with them for generations.   Madlena's energy scans were the most AMAZING & ACCURATE! We were shocked how she even knew the persons ancestral origin without them saying a word about it! When she scans a person, she can see the blockages as black spots and she can remove them immediately with the help of Divine. PLUS she will appoint angels for next few days and weeks to continue with the clearing....   And she can do the same thing for you!   Some of the incredible results people reported on the call...     On My heavens Dr. Madlena, that was absolutely amazing, I am crying and releasing the tears knowing this information is to be true, thank you so much for eliminating these black spots from my brain. I felt the energy around my head an d running down my body. A wave of warmth is surrounding me now. Thank you, thank you, thank you this has been very emotional and awesome. Blessings to everyone, it has been nice to attend live today because I am off work today. This is wonderful. I feel lighter even though the tears are still running down my face. Much love and light Anna hugs to you both xoxo ~ Anna     Dear Eram and Madlena, Thankyou so much for that clearing, I cannot stop crying. Thankyou, victoria~ Victoria   Hi Eram and Madlena. When you did the meditation I started crying uncontrollably and felt so much coming out. I thought of so many people and I even seeing the arch angels around me. I feel sooo light and blessed. Thank you so much Madlena. Bless you. ~ Sadia   Eram when you mentioned my comment on poison I felt my whole body tingle and light up so beautiful and very powerful ~ Nancy     And your ability to manifest whatever you desire will be mind-blowing!!       ORDER JOY NOW!!!   Are you ready to connect more deeply to your HIGHEST enlightenment path so that you can embody the highest ENERGIES possible?   In this Call: Explore meditation through a deep, cellular level   Discover how cancer impacted Dr. Madlena Kantscheff’s work as a healer - and how this is beneficial for you   Experience group meditation and the awe-inspiring power of group healing   Learn how combining traditional medicine, science and energy healing can increase the level of your well-being on physical, emotional, spiritual and mental level   Uncover the secret to removing energy blockages once and for all      A dramatic increase in your physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing awaits...                Don't Miss This Amazing Call!     ORDER JOY NOW!!!     About Dr. Madlena Kantscheff:  Dr. Madlena Kantscheff has the ability to scan the energy of human body deep to the cellular level. She “sees” all the parts of the cell like membrane, mitohondria, ribosomes, golgi apparatus and the most important part-the nucleus of the cell where DNA abides.   Healthy cells show themselves bright and shining; the low energy cells - shriveled, constricted, dark. These cells are blocked in their functions and from there they have an impact on the function of the whole body. The body is a system, in which all cells are connected on physical and functional level…the body is as strong as the weakest cell of it.   The blocked cells of the body cause chronic pain, discomfort, emotional and physical Dis-ease…; lack of ability to manifest all what the person desires…   The weakness of the cells and their blockage is caused by “emotional luggage” we all carry from our lineage called debris or karma.   Clearing of the ancestral debris is essential for the emotional, physical, spiritual and financial well- being of every human being. As long as the debris is not cleared out, the person lives with “Hand break on” not being able to enjoy the easiness, flow and lightness of life.   Dr. Kantscheff’s work transforms the weak and blocked cells of the human body by illuminating them with the Divine love and light. She works with at least 3 Archangels she calls upon during the healing and appoints them to stay with the person for the upcoming 21 days after the healing session. In this way the person is not left alone; the Archangels walk with him/her on every step of the way guiding, supporting and empowering…   She also works directly with Jesus asking him to use his “Laser knife” for removing the formation of dark, weak cells which cannot be transformed with Divine love and light.   During this work ancestral luggage is cleared out and the new chapter of life can start immediately.   The results of the healing work of Dr. Kantscheff can be experienced instantly. The joy, lightness and easiness of life return, all the cells of the body are shining full of energy, Divine love and light.     The MIRACULOUS results experienced by others:     “I was dancing with life” "My name is Anna. I am 62 years old.15 years ago I got divorced… it was a very painful process for me and for my two daughters. And if it was not enough I had to work for my former husband at his company after the divorce…   Going through the divorce was very hard time for me; it broke my heart. Working for my former husband did the rest. I went to many healers, tried many different healing modalities. Some helped me a little bit, some did not…yet the heart pain remained… for years. Until, at a weekend workshop, I met Madlena. We connected almost instantly. She told me about her healing methods and here I was having a remote session with her. We were scheduled for 6 P.M.   Shorty after 6 P.M. I felt my whole body warmed up, my heavy heart started to experience relief which I cannot describe. It was kind of lightness I have forgotten existed. The emotional pain disappeared, so did the physical one, too. Have you ever felt pain in your physical heart caused by your broken heart?!   You can hardly bear this pain…   The pain I had to endure for years was going away…finally.   All of a sudden I had the impulse to stand up, put my favorite piece of music on and dance. Dance as I have done 50 years ago, as a teenager. Dancing as if the rest of the world did not exist. Only this time I was dancing not only with myself: I was dancing with life. As I stopped I realized that I had been dancing for 1 hour. It was an incredible feeling. My body was so light that I felt I could almost fly.   From this day on my life changed, radically changed. It is such a wonderful way of living without pain. Physical and emotional pain was gone. Thank you Madlena from the bottom of my heart for the great work you are doing." ~ Anna L. Munich, Germany       “Dr.Madlena Kantscheff is one of the most profound energy healers I have come across.”   "When she worked on me she saw a dark energy cord going deep in me that was of ancestral origin. As she was removing it, I heard women screaming and wailing. She told me that the energy was too deep and she needed to work on me remotely to continue to remove that cord so that it’s gone completely.   Within two days I traveled back to my home country and had the most amazing and fun 21 days. I kept telling everyone that I feel so healed. I attracted so much support and love during that stay that even I was surprised. And then most amazingly, 3 different men approached me with marriage proposals within those 21 days! None of them were "The Guy" for me but they were all sincere guys who couldn't seem to resist me.   Since energy is everything, I truly believe that my upgraded energy signature was attracting such experiences. I can't wait to see what happens next ;)   If you have a stubborn block and/or pattern, you need to give Madlena's work a try. She has very high integrity and the results are profound. " ~ Eram Saeed       “Thank you from the bottom of my heart”   "I went to Dr. Kantscheff because I had severe pain in my upper jaw on the left side. The X-ray showed inflammation on the roots of two teeth, which Dr. Kantscheff had to pull out.   She shared with me that she “sees” dark energetical spots in my sinus left side and asked for my permission to work on this spot. To be very honest, I was very skeptical. Said to myself: what is the connection between my teeth, sinuses and black spots? Yet I trusted Dr. Kantscheff and let her do her work.   During the session I did not feel anything. I went back home relieved from the tooth pain. This day at night I went to bed and forgot to take the strong painkillers, which I need for my migraine. And let me tell you, without these painkillers, I could not stand the pain caused by my migraine.   The next day I woke up and felt differently. At the breakfast table, my daughter brought me my usual drugs. At this time of the day, I would have screamed out because of the terrible pain in my head. No, today there was no pain. Mum, my daughter said, you look different today. You look calm and relaxed, what happened to your pain? Really what happened to the pain in my head?!   I rushed to the dental office of Dr. Kantscheff, as I could not wait to share the great news with her. I wanted her to know what healed my pain. Dr. Kantscheff explained to me that the dark spot in my left sinus was emotional luggage, which I carried for almost 30 years.   For 30 years, I had severe migraine with terrible pain in my head and neck. This debris came from my father’s side, blocked the energy flow of the cells in the area of my head and caused the pain. I cannot tell you how happy I am so blessed to get rid of the pain that had impacted my life and the life of my family members for 30 years. Thank you Dr. Kantscheff for the great work you are doing gifting us with new quality of life. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. God bless you and your work!" ~ E.Schweitzer, Regensburg Germany       “Helped me reconnect with my own inner guidance”   "It's difficult to put into words the love, the admiration, and the appreciation I have for Madlena. Yes, she has the credentials, the credibility, and the wisdom from her study and practice as a dentist. But her real magic lies in the presence, wisdom, and love she brings. I had the privilege of working with Madlena personally and professionally, and in working with her she reminded me of the importance of loving myself passionately and unapologetically just because it felt good to do so. Watching the fun and ease she experienced in everything she did was a reminder for me that life is here to celebrate and honor us. I just have to trust it. Madlena's presence, love, wisdom, and guidance helped me reconnect with my own inner guidance and knowing, and no one can ever put a price tag on that. Much love, respect, and appreciation for you." ~ Donnie Hill     ORDER JOY NOW!!!      ------------------------------------------ SUPPORT If you have any problems please contact us at: support@fromheartachetojoy.com ------------------------------------------     Have you joined this most active and robust community of light workers? With weekly give aways and unprecedented support!   Thank you for taking the time to step out and GET this amazing information. 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Our first installment on the Inebrigamer series! In this podcast you'll hear our recorded session of our guests playing Mario Party 4 with a batsu style beverage punishment. Note: Do not try this at home. All guests are 21+ years of age, and we contend that if you do consume alcohol that you do so in a responsible manner. I apologize for the audio quality, the only room that would fit everyone is an audio nightmare.

December 5th, 2012 The Groundhog Day One Again. Another year comes to an end and we miserably fail to perform against Real Madrid. The 2-0 defeat leave all fans with a somber look and the first hint of worries at serious team flaws shown at the Santiago Bernabeu. On the bright side, if any, the team still has a solid point gap with the rest of Champions League spot aspiring sides and even Real Madrid is still far away for the moment. We analyze the derbi, we talk about current affairs like transfer rumors, Courtois and his Twitter issues, training facilities and how complete the player list actually is. All this as usual with the red and white passion we always try to spread. NOTE: Do not miss Martin Rosenow excellent account of his trip to Spain, pictures included: http://www.atleticofans.com/15339/the-red-and-white-aftermath-match-day-13/ Ricardo Menendez (@rickyam on Twitter) co hosts the Spanish version of the show Esto es Atleti. He writes for www.forzaatleti.com and has contributed to www.lavidaenrojiblanco.com www.spanishfootball.info and www.madridatleticos.com. www.forzafutbol.com Garreth Nunn (@GarrethNunn on Twitter) is cofounder of www.madridatleticos.com writes for www.forzafutbol.com, www.sabotagetimes.com, http://www.football-espana.net and US based ForzaFutbol and Madrid based magazine European Vibe. Derek Maaijen (@DerekMaaijen on Twitter) is part of the dutch Atletico Peña. He writes for and co owns Atletico Fans www.atleticofans.com Martin Rosenow (@atletideneptuno on Twitter) is Atletico Fans writer and creator of the unique http://iloveatleti.tumblr.com/ Please don't forget to visit these excellent sites: www.madridatleticos.com www.facebook.com/madridatleticos www.AtleticoFans.com www.facebook.com/AtleticoFans And ours! www.thisisatleti.com www.facebook.com/ThisisAtleti www.twitter.com/ThisisAtleti

Jason and Andy welcome special guest Adam Jordan to the show as the trio discuss their favorite (and least-favorite) holiday films and then talk about gift-giving dos and don'ts for the pop culture obsessive in your life. Note: Do not buy us a sweater...unless it's a cool sweater. Some interesting stuff at the end about thinking about where your money goes and tons of fun stuff in the famous "What's Happenin" segment early in the program. Two hours of CTR, could there be anything better? Theme song courtesy of Buffalo Rodeo - "All the Same" - found on the Wanderers EP. Check it out at buffalorodeo.bandcamp.com.

On today’s Daytime Confidential podcast Luke Kerr and Jamey Giddens appear on Sirius OutQ’s The Morning Jolt With Larry Flick to discuss the catastrophic news that ABC has cancelled All My Children and One Life to Live. After the episode, listen as All My Children and One Life to Live fans share their emotions about the cancellation. Note: Do to the volume of calls to the Daytime Confidential hotline, not all calls were added to a single podcast. They will continue to be spread out over upcoming podcasts. We may not be able to include every single call. However, we will try.