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Dr. Anthony Fauci just sat in front of a Senate committee and invoked the Fifth Amendment 111 times rather than answer a single question under oath about his COVID decisions. This hearing came right after Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) released hundreds of pages from Fauci's personal diaries. Those entries show the gap between what he told the public and what he was writing privately about masks, lockdowns, the lab-leak theory, and his own rising celebrity. Instead of explaining any of it, Fauci chose silence. Rand Paul warned there would be repercussions. Josh Hawley called him out for contempt of the American people. His attorney even got removed from the room. Regular Americans lived through the school closures, the job losses, the family separations, and the ever-changing rules that Fauci helped shape. Now the man at the center of it all won't even say what day of the week it is without pleading the Fifth. That should tell you everything about how accountable our institutions really are. Pat also covered: Saudi Arabia joins the United States in the fight against Iran. Is America's relationship with Israel finally back to normal? Is Iran winning the propaganda war against the U.S.? John Thune keeps defying the president and the American people. Does Chuck Schumer support abolishing the Senate? Do you think pleading the Fifth 111 times is the move of an innocent man? What do you make of a public health official who spent years telling us what to do, then refuses to answer questions once the diaries come out? If you want unfiltered truth and common-sense analysis that cuts through the noise, hit subscribe and turn on notifications. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:14 Anthony Fauci Pleads the Fifth 01:05 Ten Major Things out of Anthony Fauci Questioning 01:33 Josh Hawley on Fauci 'Getting Rich' during the Pandemic 08:15 More on Anthony Fauci's Questioning by Congress 11:02 Bernie Moreno Asks Fauci an Important Question 13:47 Anthony Fauci's Lawyer Kicked Out by Rand Paul 17:13 Fauci Should Not be Able to Plead the Fifth, Right? 19:11 John Fetterman on Anthony Fauci Questioning 22:09 Politicians Living with Family 25:25 Anthony Fauci's Opening Remarks for Congress 31:08 Fat Five 48:16 What to Do about Iran? 48:53 Is the "Leaked Ground Invasion Document" Real? 49:47 U.S. Blockade of Iranian Ports 52:09 Iran Threatening President Trump's Family 53:13 Benjamin Netanyahu Meets with Donald Trump 53:54 AI-Generated Anti-Trump LEGO Propaganda Video from Iran 58:18 Starlink Satelittes Provides Iran with Internet 59:42 Benjamin Netanyahu Asked about New York & Zohran Mamdani 1:03:32 California Lifeguard Saves Kid 1:05:52 American Journalists on China's Payroll 1:12:15 Pat Explains Radio 'Traffic & Weather' Coverage 1:15:28 John Thune is Still Not Doing Much for the SAVE Act 1:18:54 John Cornyn on the SAVE America Act Not Being Passed 1:21:24 Mikie Sherrill Refuses to Disclose Non-Citizens' Names 1:22:56 How to Get the SAVE America Act Passed 1:24:32 Chuck Schumer Asked about Abolishing the Senate 1:27:17 Scott Jennings on Mitch McConnell 1:31:36 Wait a Minute... Where's Maxine Waters? 1:33:36 St. Petersburg Man Protests against Flock Cameras Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S. 3573, S. 3617, S. 4368, S. 4417 & S. 4890 Date: July 29, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Agenda: S.3573, A bill to amend the Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act to modify a provision relating to the extension of certain dates for the completion of the Regional Water System, and for other purposes S.3617, Yavapai-Apache Nation Water Rights Settlement Act of 2026 S.4368, Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Water Rights Settlement Act S.4417, Pechanga Band of Indians Water Rights Settlement Technical Amendments Act S.4890, Protecting Indian Water Rights Settlements Act of 2026 Witnesses Panel 1 Honorable Mark Kelly (D-Arizona) Honorable Alex Padilla (D-California) Panel 2 Mr. Scott Cameron Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary — Water and Science Department of the Interior Washington, DC The Honorable Buddy Rocha, Jr., Chairman Yavapai-Apache Nation Verde, Arizona The Honorable Jeff Grubbe Chairman Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians Palm Springs, California The Honorable Catalina Chacon Council Member Pechanga Band of Indians Temecula, California More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/07/28/witness-list-for-senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-hearing-on-tribal-water-rights-legislation/

Greg Sankey's opening remarks at SEC Media Days covered much more than the upcoming football season. From concerns about officiating consistency to the SEC's growing influence within college athletics, Sankey offered insight into where he believes the sport is headed—and what challenges lie ahead. In this episode, we break down his comments on officiating, discuss why the SEC continues to push for greater accountability, and examine what his remarks could mean for the future of college football. We also explore the possibility of the SEC taking a more independent path, how conference power continues to evolve, and why these conversations could shape the next era of the sport. If you want to understand what Greg Sankey's message really means for the SEC, the College Football Playoff, and the future of college football, this episode has you covered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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House Committee on Natural Resources Innovative Technologies and Initiatives to Tackle the MMIP Crisis in Indian Country Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 10:15 AM Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 10:15 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittees Oversight and Investigations, and Indian and Insular Affairs will hold an oversight hearing titled “Innovative Technologies and Initiatives to Tackle the MMIP Crisis in Indian Country.” Witnesses Panel one Mr. Charles Addington Principal Director, Office of Justice Services, Bureau of Indian Affairs, U.S. Department of the Interior, Washington, DC, on behalf of The Hon. Doug Burgum Mr. OJ Semans Sr. Executive Director, Coalition of Large Tribes, Mission, SD Ms. Abigail Echo-Hawk Executive Vice President, Urban Indian Health Institute, Seattle, WA Dr. Grace Bulltail Assistant Professor, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI Dr. David Mittelman Chief Executive Officer, Othram Inc., The Woodlands, TX https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=418895 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119433

Send us Fan MailBuilt for Defence: Premier Tony Wakeham at the 2026 MASS ConferenceIn this keynote address at the 2026 Maritime Arctic Security and Safety (MASS) Conference, Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Tony Wakeham highlights the province's critical role in the future of global security, Arctic sovereignty, and maritime defence.Premier Wakeham outlines why Newfoundland and Labrador is uniquely positioned to support Canada and its NATO allies, pointing to the province's strategic geography, resilient workforce, and cutting-edge innovation born from operating in some of the world's harshest marine environments.⏱️ Chapter Timestamps04:46 – Introduction of Premier Tony Wakeham05:56 – Welcome to the 2026 MASS Conference in St. John's07:35 – Proximity to Greenland & The Fragility of Global Security08:44 – How Harsh Weather Drives Marine Innovation10:46 – "Built for Defense": Strategic Location & Resources14:33 – Transferring Offshore Oil Expertise to Naval Defense15:00 – New $200M Floating Dry Dock Investment17:46 – Ice-Free Ports, 5 Wing Goose Bay & Arctic Gateways21:54 – Conclusion: A Readiness to Partner and Build

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This week, we're ranking every WNBA team from worst to best through Weeks 3 and 4 and making some early pre-All-Star break seeding predictions.From teams still searching for consistency to the contenders setting the pace for the rest of the league, we're breaking down what has worked, what hasn't, and where every franchise stands heading into the next stretch of the season. We discuss the challenges facing teams at the bottom of the standings, what separates the league's elite from the pack, and why the best teams often force their opponents to rise to the occasion.-Follow me on social media:https://linktr.ee/toriphillips5-Chapters:00:00 Intro00:17 Opening Remarks 03:21 Pre-All-Star Seeding Predictions 05:52 Connecticut Sun (15) | Young team figuring it out 12:33 Seattle Storm (14) | Young Rebuild, promising17:22 Chicago Sky (13) | Underwhelming, not a contending team 24:24 Phoenix Mercury (12) | Why does the team look better w/o stars?29:30 Washington Mystics (11) | Growing Pains 36:21 8-10 Seed Shuffle 37:50 LA Sparks (8-10) | It's on the coach to me 40:11 Portland Fire (8-10) | Forcing your opponents to rise to the occasion 46:31 Toronto Tempo (8-10) | Strong bones 50:08 Indiana Fever (7) | They'll be fine 53:25 Golden State Valkyries (6) | Something is missing56:46 I don't like all the 3s, from any team 58:51 Addressing my tweet 1:00:00 New York Liberty (5) | What does Sabrina's return look like?1:04:25 Atlanta Dream (4) | ‘The Permission' decides 1:08:37 Dallas Wings (3) | A matter of time 1:13:12 Las Vegas Ace (2) | Great team that continues to improve their roster 1:16:10 Minnesota Lynx (1) | Can they win a chip? TBD

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on several bills Date: June 3, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Agenda: S. 630, Quapaw Tribal Settlement Act of 2025 (Mullin) S. 1514/H.R.2389 Quinault Indian Nation Land Transfer Act (Cantwell/Randall) S. 2796, Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation Land Exchange Act (Padilla) S. 2871/H.R. 2400, Pit River Land Transfer Act of 2025 (Padilla/LaMalfa) S. 3219, Albuquerque Indian School Act of 2025 (Heinrich) S. 3475/H.R. 2916, a bill to authorize, ratify, and confirm the Agreement of Settlement and Compromise to Resolve the Akwesasne Mohawk Land Claim in the State of New York, and for other purposes (Gillibrand/Stefanik) Witnesses Panel 1 Mr. Bryan Mercier Director, Bureau of Indian Affairs Department of the Interior Washington, D.C. Mr. John Crockett Deputy Chief, Forest Service Department of Agriculture Washington, D.C. Committee Notice: https://www.indian.senate.gov/hearings/legislative-hearing-to-receive-testimony-on-several-bills/

Today's Post - https://bahnsen.co/4g30PWo This special episode of The Dividend Cafe features David Bahnsen's 2026 commencement address at Pacifica Christian High School of Orange County, introduced by his daughter and graduate Sadie. As a co-founder and trustee of the school, Bahnsen shares faith-informed life advice centered on the school's emphasis on thinking well and living well, urging graduates to reject perpetual negativity, victimhood, and fatalism about the economy, AI, or personal trauma. He argues that people are not defined or owned by hardships and can choose optimism, responsibility, and joy, including avoiding “doom scrolling” and building healthy habits and relationships. He challenges parents and adults not to spread cynicism and calls graduates to be “builders” who pursue hope, peace, and purpose in Christ. 00:00 Welcome and Special Episode 01:05 Why This Commencement Speech 02:32 Faith Theme and Setup 03:00 Sadie Introduces Her Dad 05:17 Opening Remarks and Pacifica Vision 07:10 High School Nostalgia and Culture 09:03 Think Well and Live Well 10:46 Reject Victimhood and Negativity 12:14 Today Is the Best Day 14:12 Healing Beyond Trauma 16:08 Choose Optimism and Agency 18:30 Be Builders Not Destroyers 19:02 Charge to the Graduates 20:27 Love and Final Blessing 21:44 Disclosures and Disclaimer Links mentioned in this episode: DividendCafe.com TheBahnsenGroup.com

AI, Spiritual Deception & Learning to Ask God the Right Questions | KIB 533 Kingdom Intelligence Briefing Description Are we asking God the wrong questions in this generation? In Episode 533 of the Kingdom Intelligence Briefing, Dr. Michael and Mary Lou Lake examine the growing spiritual deception surrounding AI, data centers, propaganda, counterfeit spirituality, and the coming pressures of Mystery Babylon. This powerful briefing challenges believers to move beyond shallow Christianity and learn how to seek the Kingdom of God with discernment, covenant faithfulness, and spiritual maturity. Dr. Lake explores how believers have often been trained to pursue comfort, prosperity, and escape rather than asking God how to walk in Kingdom purpose, holiness, discernment, and spiritual authority in the last days. Mary Lou shares urgent insights regarding spiritual warfare, mind control technologies, AI systems, occult influences, and the need for believers to trust fully in God's protection and covenant promises. This episode is a wake-up call for the Remnant: • Learn to discern truth in an age of deception • Understand the spiritual dangers behind counterfeit systems • Discover the power of asking God the right questions • Learn how the Holy Spirit develops true Kingdom maturity • Be encouraged that God's power has not diminished The days ahead will require discernment, covenant fidelity, spiritual endurance, and unwavering trust in the Most High God. "Teach me what to ask, Lord." ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━

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The Covenant Necessity of Judgment in Scripture | KIB 532 Kingdom Intelligence Briefing   Description What does the Bible REALLY teach about judgment? In Episode 531 of the Kingdom Intelligence Briefing, Dr. Michael and Mary Lou Lake explore a critical truth that much of the modern Church avoids: judgment is not separate from covenant — it is part of covenant. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture reveals that God's judgments are not contradictions of His love, but manifestations of His covenant faithfulness, holiness, and justice. Dr. Lake takes a deep theological dive into the covenantal necessity of judgment, exposing how modern Christianity has embraced blessing without accountability, grace without holiness, and power without purification. Mary Lou shares a powerful word on God as our Sustainer — the One who preserves, nourishes, strengthens, and carries His remnant through every trial. Together, they discuss spiritual warfare, covenant fidelity, holiness, discernment, the coming purification of the Church, and the urgent need for the remnant to prepare for the days ahead. This is a sobering but hope-filled message for believers seeking truth, discernment, and covenant alignment with the Kingdom of God. In this episode: • The covenantal nature of divine judgment • Why grace does NOT remove accountability • How covenant and judgment work together in Scripture • The role of holiness in the last days • Why judgment begins in the house of God • The purification of the remnant • Spiritual warfare and covenant fidelity • The danger of counterfeit Christianity • God's sustaining power in difficult seasons • Revelation, Babylon, and covenant lawsuit theology • Why purification must precede power The remnant is being prepared. Now is the time to walk in truth, holiness, discernment, and covenant obedience.

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs Thursday, May 21, 2026 | 2:00 PM Legislative Hearing on H.R. 1010, H.R. 7954, H.R. 8483 and H.R. 8658 On Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 1010 (Rep. Leger Fernandez), “Bridging Agency Data Gaps and Ensuring Safety for Native Communities Act” or the “BADGES for Native Communities Act” H.R. 7954 (Rep. Hurd), “Don Young Doug LaMalfa Indian Buffalo Management Act” H.R. 8483 (Rep. Issa), “Barona Group of Capitan Grande Band of Mission Indians Land Transfer Act of 2025” H.R. 8658 (Rep. Kennedy of UT), “Indian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity Act” The hearing notice, memo and witness testimony can be found on the Committee Repository here: https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119298

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Oversight Hearing to “Examine the President's Budget Requests for Fiscal Year 2027 for the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the Indian Health Service” Date: May 20, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Witness List: The Honorable William “Billy” Kirkland Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Department of the Interior Washington, D.C. Mr. Clayton Fulton Chief of Staff Indian Health Service Department of Health and Human Services Washington, D.C Accompanied by Ms. Jillian Curtis, Director, Office of Finance and Accounting, Indian Health Service More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/05/20/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-holds-business-meeting-and-budget-hearing/

Full Committee Markup House Committee on Natural Resources Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources will meet to consider: H.R. 741 (Rep. Stanton), “Stronger Engagement for Indian Health Needs Act of 2025” H.R. 3924 (Rep. Neguse), “Wildfire Risk Evaluation Act” H.R. 5694 (Rep. Begich), “Alaska's Right To Ivory Sales and Tradition Act” or the “ARTIST Act” H.R. 7250 (Rep. Downing), To reauthorize the Fort Peck Reservation Rural Water System Act of 2000. H.R. 7487 (Rep. Boebert), “Rural Jobs and Hydropower Expansion Act” H.R. 7831 (Rep. Kennedy of UT), “License to Drill Act” The markup notice, amendments and memo can be found on the Committee Repository: https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119080 Markup Link: https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=418762

Welcome back to our coverage of the Cannes Film Festival! This year is the 79th edition of the Cannes International Film Festival and marks our ( Eliana and Patrick (Twitter)) fourth time covering it.In this episode, we discuss:The opening ceremonyA Woman's Life | La vie d'une femme dir. Charline Bourgeois-Tacquet (Competition)Butterfly Jam dir. Kantemir Balagov (QdC)I can't Sleep | J'ai pas sommeil dir Claire Denis (Carrosse d'or récipient 2026) --Credits:Sound: EFF Open Audio License for Le Carnaval des Animaux (Saint-Saëns, Camille - Aquarium) by Neal O'Doan (Piano) Nancy O'Doan (Piano), and Seattle Youth Orchestra Pandora Records/Al Goldstein Archive.Extro: Former Quinzaine des Cineastes Intro Music: Cyril Moisson | Piano: Frédéric FortunyManipulated cover: 79th Cannes festival poster, J'ai pas sommeil poster, Unsplash

House Committee on Natural Resources Examining the President's FY 2027 Budget Request for the Department of the Interior Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM On Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources will hold an oversight hearing titled “Examining the President's FY 2027 Budget Request for the Department of the Interior.” The Honorable Doug Burgum, Secretary, U.S. Department of the Interior, will testify at the hearing. The hearing notice, memo and witness testimony can be found on the Committee Repository here: https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119199 Committee Notice: https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=418730

House Committee on Appropriations Budget Hearing – Indian Health Service Meeting Status: Scheduled Hearing Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026 - 10:30 AM Location: Capitol Complex, 2008 RHOB, Washington, DC, 20515, USA Subcommittee: Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Witnesses Clayton Fulton Chief of Staff, Indian Health Service Jillian Curtis Director, Office of Finance and Accounting, Indian Health Service Committee Notice: https://appropriations.house.gov/schedule/hearings/budget-hearing-indian-health-service-0

On this episode of the Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast, we take you to the main stage for part one of our coverage of the 2026 TSHOF Induction Banquet! Opening Remarks & Milestones: Executive Board member Bruce Gietzen highlights the museum's unprecedented growth, including the newly upgraded Red & Charline McCombs Great Hall and record-breaking Lone Star Luncheons featuring legends like Mack Brown, Vince Young, and Art Briles. Grant Teaff Beyond the Game Award: Emcee Brad Sham introduces the 2026 high school recipient: the Brazoswood High School Lady Bucks Soccer Team. Led by Coach Blank, the team is recognized with a $5,000 grant for their extensive community service, including impactful outreach at a local women's refuge center. Zack Martin Induction: The legendary Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman takes the stage to test drive his future Canton speech. Martin reflects on moving from Indiana to carry the high expectations of the Cowboys' star, the humbling culture of mentorship in the Dallas O-line room, and his remarkable NFL record of having fewer accepted holding penalties than Pro Bowl selections. Louis Santop Historical Enshrinement: The Hall pays tribute to "Big Bertha," the Fort Worth native who rose from humble beginnings to become one of the first true superstars of Negro League baseball and a proud World War I U.S. Navy veteran. Chad Hedrick Induction: The five-time Olympic medalist reflects on the immense sacrifices of his skating journey and his groundbreaking "double push" technique. Hedrick shares a deeply moving personal testimony, revealing how he truly met Jesus right after achieving his ultimate dream of winning an Olympic gold medal, framing his legacy through the lens of 1 Corinthians and a crown that never fades.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this May 4, 2026 episode of Little Column A, Little Column B, hosts William Alimonos and Zach Bishop break down a turbulent week in sports and news — from major industry shakeups to playoff drama and front office moves shaping the NBA's future. The show opens with the surprising end of Spirit Airlines and what it means for budget travel and competition across the airline industry. From there, the conversation pivots fully into the NBA playoffs: Detroit's dramatic Game 7 comeback over Orlando and the fallout that followed, Cleveland's grind-it-out win over Toronto, and the Lakers advancing past Houston amid Kevin Durant uncertainty and growing questions around Ime Udoka. Will and Zach debate Durant's future, what Houston does next, and whether the Lakers stand a chance against OKC in the next round. They also break down Minnesota's upset of Denver without Anthony Edwards, Rudy Gobert's impact, and preview the Wolves' matchup with San Antonio. The Knicks' dominant win over Atlanta leads into a discussion about Atlanta's offseason direction and player decisions. In the East's biggest series, the 76ers take down the Celtics in seven. The hosts dissect Boston's collapse after leading 3-1, covering coaching decisions, rotations, injuries — including Jayson Tatum's availability — and what comes next for the roster. The episode also dives into league-wide changes, including a proposed draft lottery overhaul and Masai Ujiri's move to Dallas, before closing with a Kentucky Derby comeback story and a tribute to Yankees radio legend John Sterling. Expect sharp debate, playoff insight, and a forward-looking lens on the NBA offseason. Timestamps: (00:00:33) Opening Remarks (00:04:11) NBA Playoffs Begin (00:12:59) Toronto's Season Review (00:24:11) Houston's Future Uncertain (00:29:39) Ant's Return to the Timberwolves (00:35:15) Celtics vs. 76ers Showdown (00:45:42) Celtics' Offseason Decisions (01:01:10) Masai Ujiri Joins Mavericks (01:05:05) Closing Thoughts on the Season

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries Legislative Hearing on H.R. 7287, H.R. 7331, H.R. 7515 and H.R. 8259 On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 7287 (Rep. Johnson of SD), “Lewis and Clark Regional Water System Expansion Feasibility Study Act” H.R. 7331 (Rep. Johnson of SD), “Dakota Mainstem Water Supply Project Feasibility Study Act” H.R. 7515 (Rep. Strickland), To direct the Secretary of the Interior to convey to the Nisqually Indian Tribe the Clear Creek Hatchery infrastructure H.R. 8259 (Rep. Bentz), “Reclamation Project Consultation Improvement Act of 2026” Hearing Links: https://naturalresources.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=418721 https://docs.house.gov/Committee/Calendar/ByEvent.aspx?EventID=119221

This sermon explores the biblical understanding of sin, its misconceptions, and the importance of living a life of obedience to God. It emphasizes that believers are not licensed to sin despite God's grace, and highlights the significance of surrendering to God's will. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks 00:07 The Importance of Maturity in Christ 00:23 The Power of Prayer and Spiritual Reflection 01:24 A Parable on Life, Death, and Salvation 02:22 Understanding the Nature of Sin 03:07 Biblical Definitions and Misconceptions of Sin 05:13 Story of Miriam and the Consequences of Sin 08:25 The Story of the Man Picking Wood and God's Judgment 09:33 The Hebrew Word for Sin: Hatatee 10:18 Sin as Active Rebellion and Its Dimensions 11:06 Biblical Perspectives on Sin: Romans, James, and John 11:56 Living in Grace: Romans 6 and Crucifixion with Christ 15:19 The Battle Between Flesh and Spirit 16:14 Temptation and Personal Desires 17:38 The Model of Jesus' Obedience 19:15 The Consequences of Sin: Separation from God 20:27 The Promise of Victory Over Sin 21:13 Final Reflection: Serving God or Not 22:06 Closing and Call to Action Visit our webpage: https//dwaynehroberts.com Support the Men of Vision podcast by giving: https://www.dwaynehroberts.com/mov-donation

Opening Remarks & Session 1: What China WantsJohns Hopkins SAIS ACF Conference, April 3, 2026This week's episode features audio from a day-long conference hosted by the Institute for America, China, and the Future of Global Affairs (ACF) at Johns Hopkins SAIS, held on April 3rd in Washington, DC. The conference, titled "The China Debate We're Not Having: Politics, Technology, and the Road Ahead," brought together a wide range of scholars, former officials, and analysts to interrogate some of the foundational assumptions underlying US policy toward China — a conversation I found compelling enough to share directly with Sinica listeners, with the full blessing of the organizers.You'll hear two segments in this episode.Opening Remarks — Jessica Chen WeissACF's inaugural faculty director Jessica Chen Weiss opens the conference by framing its central provocation: that much of the prevailing US policy discourse assumes an intrinsically zero-sum competition with China, and that this assumption has not been adequately examined. She argues for a more rigorous, evidence-based conversation — one that takes seriously the possibility that American and Chinese interests are competitive but not necessarily adversarial, and that may even leave room for complementarity in some domains. She previews the day's three thematic sessions — on what China wants, what the United States wants, and the stakes of technological and AI rivalry — and situates the whole enterprise in what she describes as a hinge moment in world history.Session 1: What China WantsModerated by Demetri Sevastopulo of the Financial Times, the first panel takes up the deceptively simple question of what China is actually trying to achieve on the world stage — and whether its ambitions are as expansive as much US policy discourse assumes.Jessica Chen Weiss argues that China's core objectives remain relatively modest and sovereignty-focused: security, development, and legitimacy within an order long dominated by the United States. She pushes back on the idea that China is eager to assume the burdens of global leadership, noting that Chinese interlocutors are acutely aware of the domestic overextension that has constrained American power. Sevastopulo coins — with Weiss's amusement — the term "China-first" to describe Beijing's orientation.Dan Taylor, drawing on his decades in the Defense Intelligence Agency, urges the audience to take Chinese leadership statements seriously rather than projecting worst-case intentions onto them. He notes that Beijing still sees itself as a developing nation with enormous domestic work ahead, and that its articulated goals leave considerable room for interpretation before one arrives at the conclusion that China seeks to displace the United States as global hegemon.Arthur Kroeber adds an economic dimension, tracing how China's export-driven model has generated massive global surpluses — and why the resulting tensions with trading partners are, in his view, a structural problem rather than evidence of strategic malice. He argues that much of what looks like geopolitical aggression is better understood as the consequence of an economic model operating at enormous scale with insufficient domestic demand to absorb its own output.Shao Yuqun, speaking from her perch at the Shanghai Institutes for International Studies, offers the most pointed challenge to the panel's relatively sanguine framing. She argues that the United States' own behavior — erratic policy, withdrawal from multilateral commitments, and the disruptions of the Trump era — has itself destabilized the order that American strategists claim to be defending. She is measured but direct, and her presence gives the conversation a texture that too many Washington panels lack.The discussion ranges across China's Iran diplomacy, the prospects for a US-China summit, the question of whether Beijing is exploiting Trump-era tensions to deepen ties with traditional US allies, and — in a lively closing exchange — who the next generation of Chinese leadership looks like (with Kroeber's deadpan answer, "Xi Jinping," getting the biggest laugh of the session).Guests:Jessica Chen Weiss, David M. Lampton Professor of China Studies, Johns Hopkins SAIS; Inaugural Faculty Director, ACFDan Taylor, Adjunct Researcher, Institute for Defense Analyses; Senior Fellow, Johns Hopkins SAIS ACFArthur Kroeber, Founding Partner, Gavekal DragonomicsShao Yuqun, Director, Institute for Taiwan, Hong Kong & Macao Studies, Shanghai Institutes for International StudiesModerator: Demetri Sevastopulo, US-China Correspondent, Financial TimesRemaining sessions from the conference — on what the United States wants, tech rivalry and competing visions of the future, and a fireside chat between Henry Farrell and Alondra Nelson on the AI race reconsidered — will be released over the coming weeks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Markwayne Mullin is sworn in as Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on March 24, 2026. Mullin, a former Senator from Oklahoma, is a citizen of the Cherokee Nation. He is the first Native person in President Donald Trump's cabinet and the first Native person to lead the DHS. Mullin's ceremony took place at the White House.

House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2026 – 1:00 PM Location: Capitol Complex, 2008 RHOB, Washington, DC, 20515, USA • LIVESTREAM: https://youtu.be/1iTI_qqEM3E Witnesses Panel one Cynthia Petersen President, Yakutat Tlingit Tribe Panel two Jarred-Michael Erickson Chairman, Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation Jeremy Takala Tribal Councilman, Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation Panel three Kristopher Peters Chairman, Squaxin Island Tribe Loni Greninger Vice-Chair, Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe Quintin Swanson Chairman, Shoalwater Bay Indian Tribe Robert de los Angeles Chairman, Snoqualmie Indian Tribe Panel four Guy Capoeman President, Quinault Indian Nation William (Bill) Iyall Chairman, Cowlitz Indian Tribe Louie Ungaro Councilman, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Panel five Annette Bryan Councilwoman, Puyallup Tribe of Indians Panel six Derek Bowman Tribal Council Member, Bear River Band of the Rohnerville Rancheria Joe Davis Chairman, Hoopa Valley Tribe Panel seven Ed Johnstone Chairman, Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission Jon Panamaroff Co-Chair, Native American Contractors Association Ervin Carlson President, InterTribal Buffalo Council Cody Desautel President, Intertribal Timber Council Panel eight Mark Macarro President, National Congress of American Indians Ira L. Matt Executive Director, Indigenous Diplomacy and Federal Relations, National Association of Tribal Historic Preservation Officers Amy Minniear Treasurer, NAFOA More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/03/16/video-american-indian-and-alaska-native-public-witness-hearing-day-2-afternoon-session-2/

House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 – 1:00 PM Location: Capitol Complex, 2008 RHOB, Washington, DC, 20515, USA • LIVESTREAM: youtu.be/UX1i9N0arHI Witnesses Panel one Chuck Hoskin Jr. Principal Chief, Cherokee Nation Jonodev Chaudhuri Ambassador, The Muscogee (Creek) Nation Reggie Wassana [Note: Did not appear in person] Governor, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes Panel two James Naranjo Governor, Pueblo of Santa Clara Charles Riley Governor, Pueblo of Acoma Panel three Verlon Jose Chairman, The Tohono O'odham Nation of Arizona Dr. Buu Nygren President, Navajo Nation Panel four Robyn Sunday-Allen [Note: Did not appear in person] President-Elect, National Council of Urban Indian Health Francys Crevier Chief Executive Officer, National Council of Urban Indian Health A.C. Locklear Chief Executive Officer, National Indian Health Board Abigail Echo-Hawk Director, Urban Indian Health Institute Conrad Jacket Board Member, Albuquerque Area Indian Health Board, Inc. Panel five Teresa Sanchez Board President, Riverside-San Bernardino County Indian Health, Inc., Tribal Member of the Morongo Band of Mission Indians Esther Lucero President and Chief Executive Officer, Seattle Indian Health Board Aaron Hines Chair, Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board Leanndra Ross Vice President, Executive and Tribal Services, Southcentral Foundation of Alaska Panel six Angelique Albert Chief Executive Officer, Native Forward Scholar Fund Ahniwake Rose President & CEO, American Indian Higher Education Consortium Panel seven Cecilia Fire Thunder President, Oglala Lakota Nation Education Coalition (OLNEC) Aurene Martin Secretary, National Indian Child Welfare Association More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/03/16/video-american-indian-and-alaska-native-public-witness-hearing-day-1-afternoon-session-2/

Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Date: March 18, 2026 Time: 9:30am Location: Senate Dirksen Building, SD-342 Witnesses The Honorable Markwayne Mullin Nominee to be Secretary U.S. Department of Homeland Security Written Statement: https://indianz.com/News/2026/03/18/statement-markwayne-mullin-to-be-secretary-of-homeland-security/ More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/03/06/native-republican-tapped-for-cabinet-post-in-surprise-shakeup/

House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2026 – 9:00 AM Location: Capitol Complex, 2008 RHOB, Washington, DC, 20515, USA • LIVESTREAM: youtu.be/9h43bJKI3rA Witnesses Panel one Tehassi tasi Hill Chairman, Oneida Nation Michael Conners Chief, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Panel two Eugene DeCora Sr. Councilman, Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska Joseph P. Rupnick Chairman, Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation Panel three Mike Natchees Vice Chairman, Ute Indian Tribe of the Uintah and Ouray Reservation Laurel Ann Yellowhorse Chairwoman, Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah Panel four Cody Shambo Councilman, Fort Belknap Indian Community Michael Dolson Chairman, Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes of the Flathead Reservation Michael Comes At Night Councilman, Blackfeet Tribal Business Council, Blackfeet Nation Jestin Dupree Councilman, Assiniboine and Sioux Tribes of the Fort Peck Reservation Panel five Ryman LeBeau Chairman, Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Peter Lengkeek Chairman, Crow Creek Sioux Tribe Frank Star Comes Out President, Oglala Sioux Tribe Panel six Steve Sitting Bear Chairman, Standing Rock Sioux Tribe Lonna J. Street Chairperson, Spirit Lake Tribe Panel seven Jeff Wacoche Chief, United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians in Oklahoma Jacob Keyes Chairman, Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Rick Sylestine Chairman, Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/03/16/video-american-indian-and-alaska-native-public-witness-hearing-day-2-morning-session-2//

Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Date: March 18, 2026 Time: 9:30am Location: Senate Dirksen Building, SD-342 Witnesses The Honorable Markwayne Mullin Nominee to be Secretary U.S. Department of Homeland Security Written Statement: https://indianz.com/News/2026/03/18/statement-markwayne-mullin-to-be-secretary-of-homeland-security/ More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/03/06/native-republican-tapped-for-cabinet-post-in-surprise-shakeup/

House Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 – 9:00 AM Location: Capitol Complex, 2008 RHOB, Washington, DC, 20515, USA • LIVESTREAM: youtu.be/-LNDKvPcgG0 Witnesses Panel one Darrell G. Seki Sr. Chairman, Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians Michael Fairbanks Chairman, White Earth Nation Virgil Wind Chief Executive, Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Grant Johnson [Note: did not appear in person] Tribal Council President, Prairie Island Indian Community Panel two Bruce Savage Chairman, Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Austin Lowes Chairman, Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Winnay Wemigwase Chairperson, Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians John Johnson President, Lac du Flambeau Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians Panel three Jason Schlender Executive Administrator, Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission Whitney Gravelle [Note: did not appear in person] President, Bay Mills Indian Community/Board Member, Chippewa Ottawa Resource Authority Aja DeCoteau Executive Director, Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission Panel four Ashton Picard Vice-Chairman, Nez Perce Tribe Donna Thompson Chairwoman, Fort Hall Business Council of the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes Chief Allan Chairman, Coeur d'Alene Tribe Panel five and seven Stacy Shepherd [Note: Did not appear in person] Executive Officer of Member Services, The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma Dr. Toni Tsatoke-Mule Executive Director, Kiowa Education Agency, Kiowa Tribe Kristina Andrew Third Chief, Curyung Tribal Council Vivian Korthuis Chief Executive Officer, Association of Village Council Presidents Panel six Brian Harris [Note: did not appear in person] Chief, Catawba Nation Panel seven [Note: See panel five] Panel eight Duane Clarke Chairman, The Hualapai Tribe of Arizona Derrick W. Leslie Tribal Education Department Director, White Mountain Apache Tribe Duane Jackson Jr. Council Member, Gila River Indian Community More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/03/16/video-american-indian-and-alaska-native-public-witness-hearing-day-1-morning-session-2/

Humans live in a world of ideas—born in the brain, shared through language, accumulated in culture across generations, and made reality. From the first flaked stone tools to the building of shelters, from figurative and symbolic art to abstract thought, our brains are engines of imagination—an “idea organ” that has transformed both our species and the planet itself. The distinct biology of the human brain, scaffolded by language and culture, allows ideas to be formed, named, shared, and accumulated across generations. This process of cumulative culture, knowledge built upon knowledge, has propelled humans far beyond the cognitive landscapes of other large-brained animals, including our closest living and extinct relatives. This symposium explores how the human brain develops, functions, and maintains its role as the seat of ideas. We trace its story from molecules, cells, neuronal migration and circuitry, to the maternal, parental, and social influences that shape its growth, including the countless ways that brain function can be compromised at any stage of life. We examine how the uniquely human interplay of biology and culture gave rise to a brain capable of perceiving and remaking the world around us. By examining the evolutionary roots of our “idea organ,” we aim to illuminate how this singular capacity emerged—and how it continues to drive human innovation. Series: "CARTA - Center for Academic Research and Training in Anthropogeny" [Science] [Show ID: 41358]

Co-CIO of Value Kevin Dreyer and Portfolio Managers Sarah Donnelly and Justin Bergner offer an introduction to the 36th Annual Gabelli Pump, Valve, & Water Systems Symposium. To learn more about Gabelli Funds' fundamental, research-driven approach to investing, visit https://m.gabelli.com/gtv_cu or email invest@gabelli.com. Connect with Gabelli Funds: • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/investgabelli/ • X - https://x.com/InvestGabelli • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/investgabelli/ • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/InvestGabelli http://www.Gabelli.com Invest with Us 1-800-GABELLI (800-422-3554)

Humans live in a world of ideas—born in the brain, shared through language, accumulated in culture across generations, and made reality. From the first flaked stone tools to the building of shelters, from figurative and symbolic art to abstract thought, our brains are engines of imagination—an “idea organ” that has transformed both our species and the planet itself. The distinct biology of the human brain, scaffolded by language and culture, allows ideas to be formed, named, shared, and accumulated across generations. This process of cumulative culture, knowledge built upon knowledge, has propelled humans far beyond the cognitive landscapes of other large-brained animals, including our closest living and extinct relatives. This symposium explores how the human brain develops, functions, and maintains its role as the seat of ideas. We trace its story from molecules, cells, neuronal migration and circuitry, to the maternal, parental, and social influences that shape its growth, including the countless ways that brain function can be compromised at any stage of life. We examine how the uniquely human interplay of biology and culture gave rise to a brain capable of perceiving and remaking the world around us. By examining the evolutionary roots of our “idea organ,” we aim to illuminate how this singular capacity emerged—and how it continues to drive human innovation. Series: "CARTA - Center for Academic Research and Training in Anthropogeny" [Science] [Show ID: 41358]

Humans live in a world of ideas—born in the brain, shared through language, accumulated in culture across generations, and made reality. From the first flaked stone tools to the building of shelters, from figurative and symbolic art to abstract thought, our brains are engines of imagination—an “idea organ” that has transformed both our species and the planet itself. The distinct biology of the human brain, scaffolded by language and culture, allows ideas to be formed, named, shared, and accumulated across generations. This process of cumulative culture, knowledge built upon knowledge, has propelled humans far beyond the cognitive landscapes of other large-brained animals, including our closest living and extinct relatives. This symposium explores how the human brain develops, functions, and maintains its role as the seat of ideas. We trace its story from molecules, cells, neuronal migration and circuitry, to the maternal, parental, and social influences that shape its growth, including the countless ways that brain function can be compromised at any stage of life. We examine how the uniquely human interplay of biology and culture gave rise to a brain capable of perceiving and remaking the world around us. By examining the evolutionary roots of our “idea organ,” we aim to illuminate how this singular capacity emerged—and how it continues to drive human innovation. Series: "CARTA - Center for Academic Research and Training in Anthropogeny" [Science] [Show ID: 41358]

Humans live in a world of ideas—born in the brain, shared through language, accumulated in culture across generations, and made reality. From the first flaked stone tools to the building of shelters, from figurative and symbolic art to abstract thought, our brains are engines of imagination—an “idea organ” that has transformed both our species and the planet itself. The distinct biology of the human brain, scaffolded by language and culture, allows ideas to be formed, named, shared, and accumulated across generations. This process of cumulative culture, knowledge built upon knowledge, has propelled humans far beyond the cognitive landscapes of other large-brained animals, including our closest living and extinct relatives. This symposium explores how the human brain develops, functions, and maintains its role as the seat of ideas. We trace its story from molecules, cells, neuronal migration and circuitry, to the maternal, parental, and social influences that shape its growth, including the countless ways that brain function can be compromised at any stage of life. We examine how the uniquely human interplay of biology and culture gave rise to a brain capable of perceiving and remaking the world around us. By examining the evolutionary roots of our “idea organ,” we aim to illuminate how this singular capacity emerged—and how it continues to drive human innovation. Series: "CARTA - Center for Academic Research and Training in Anthropogeny" [Science] [Show ID: 41358]

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Oversight Hearing on “Examining Federal Policies Governing Indian Water Rights Settlements,” and Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S. 953, Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Act of 2025 Date: March 11, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Agenda: S. 953, Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Act of 2025 Witnesses PANEL 1 The Honorable Mark Kelly Senator from Arizona Sponsor of S.953 PANEL 2 Mr. Scott Cameron Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary – Water and Science Exercising the Delegated Authority of Commissioner Bureau of Reclamation Department of the Interior Washington, DC The Honorable Buu Nygren President Navajo Nation Window Rock, Arizona The Honorable Lamar Keevama Chairman Hopi Tribe Kykotsmovi Village, Arizona The Honorable Johnny Lehi Jr. Vice President San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe Tuba City, Arizona More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/03/10/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-sets-hearing-on-water-rights/

House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs Legislative Hearing on H.R. 2827, H.R. 6162 and H.R. 7065 Wednesday, March 4, 2026 | 10:15 AM On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 10:15 a.m., in room 1324 Longworth House Office Building, the Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs will hold a legislative hearing on the following bills: H.R. 2827 (Rep. Cole), To provide for the equitable settlement of certain Indian land disputes regarding land in Illinois, and for other purposes. H.R. 6162 (Rep. Stansbury), “Albuquerque Indian School Act of 2025” H.R. 7065 (Rep. Langworthy), “Seneca Nation Law Enforcement Efficiency Act” Panel I (Members of Congress) The Honorable Tom Cole [H.R.2827] The Honorable Melanie A. Stansbury [H.R.6162] The Honorable Nicholas A. Langworthy [H.R.7065] Panel II (Administration Witnesses) Mr. Bryan Mercier [H.R.2827, H.R.6162, and H.R.7065] Director Bureau of Indian Affairs U.S. Department of the Interior Washington, D.C. Panel III (Outside Experts) The Hon. Douglas Lankford [H.R.2827] Chief Miami Tribe of Oklahoma Miami, Oklahoma The Hon. J. C. Seneca [H.R.7065] President Seneca Nation of Indians Irving, New York Ms. Monique Fragua [H.R.6162] (Minority Witness) President and CEO Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Albuquerque, New Mexico More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/03/02/house-subcommittee-on-indian-and-insular-affairs-sets-hearing-on-three-bills/

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Oversight Hearing entitled “Economic Self-Determination in Action: Examining the Small Business Administration Native 8(a) Program” Date: February 10, 2026 Time: 9:30 AM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Witnesses Panel 1 The Honorable Chuck Hoskin Jr. Principal Chief Cherokee Nation Tahlequah, Oklahoma Ms. Katherine Carlton President, Chugach Alaska Corporation Policy Chair, Native American Contractors Association Anchorage, Alaska Ms. Polly Watson Vice President of Operations Bristol Bay Native Corporation Anchorage, Alaska Ms. Cariann Ah Loo President Native Hawaiian Organizations Association Honolulu, Hawaii Committee Notice: https://www.indian.senate.gov/hearings/oversight-hearing-entitled-economic-self-determination-in-action-examining-the-small-business-administration-native-8a-program/

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Legislative Hearing to receive testimony on S. 2098, S.1055 & S. 699 Date: February 4, 2026 Time: 2:15 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Agenda: S. 2098, Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act of 2025 S. 1055, Indian Health Service Emergency Claims Parity Act S. 699, Purchased and Referred Care Improvement Act of 2025 Witnesses Panel 1 The Honorable Darrell LaRoche Deputy Director for Management Operations, Indian Health Service U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Washington, D.C. The Honorable Dayna Seymour Health & Human Services Chair, Colville Business Council ConfederatedTribes of the Colville Reservation Nespelem, Washington Ms. Leanndra Ross Vice President of Executive and Tribal Services Southcentral Foundation Anchorage, Alaska More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/02/04/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-hosts-hearing-for-tribal-health-bills/

On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 2pm Eastern, in Room 1324 of the Longworth House Office Building, the House Committee on Natural Resources, Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs, will hold an oversight hearing titled “Making Federal Economic Development Programs Work in Indian Country.” Witnesses Panel I (Outside Experts) The Honorable Hope Silvas Chairwoman Shivwits Band of Paiutes Ivins, Utah The Honorable Rodney Butler (Chairman, Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation) President Native American Finance Officers Association Board of Directors Washington, D.C. Mr. Haven Harris Co-Chair Board of Directors, Native American Contractors Association Anchorage, Alaska Mr. Derrick Watchman (Minority Witness) Chairman The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development Mesa, Arizona More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/02/03/witness-list-making-federal-economic-development-programs-work-in-indian-country/

In this episode of the Integrated Care podcast from the Collaborative Family Healthcare Association, hosted by Grace Pratt, the team explores the complexities and rewards of implementing integrated care, especially in pediatric settings. Michelle Shrek from Children's Wisconsin shares her journey of integrating behavioral health into a pediatric practice, including the structural, operational, and cultural challenges encountered. The conversation delves into the importance of appropriate provider-to-patient ratios, earning trust within a medical team, and the unique aspects of working in pediatrics. The team also welcomes a new member, Ashley Garrison, a pediatric dietician, who shares her insights on the importance of diet and nutrition in holistic care. The episode concludes with a reflective poem on parenting and children's independence. This episode offers a realistic yet hopeful look at the path to successful integrated care, emphasizing the importance of relationships, organizational readiness, and passion for the work. 00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks

Senate Committee on Indian Affairs Legislative Hearing titled “Justice and Safety for Native Children: Examining Title II of the Draft Native Children's Commission Implementation Act” Date: January 28, 2026 Time: 2:30 PM Location: Dirksen Room: 628 Witnesses Panel 1 The Honorable Lonna Jackson-Street Chairwoman Spirit Lake Tribal Council Fort Totten, ND The Honorable Joan Johnson Council Member representing Gros Ventre At Large Fort Belknap Indian Community Harlem, MT Ms. Anita Fineday Former Commissioner Native Children's Commission Brainerd, MN Ms. Lori Jump Executive Director StrongHearts Native Helpline Sault Ste. Marie, MI Mr. Mark Patterson Chair, Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission Former Administrator, Hawaii Youth Correctional Facility/ Kawailoa Youth and Family Wellness Center Honolulu, HI More on Indianz.Com: https://indianz.com/News/2026/01/28/senate-committee-on-indian-affairs-hosts-hearing-on-native-childrens-commission-implementation-act/

Franklin W got sober in October of 1956, he is from Olive Branch Mississippi, (his nickname is the pope of AA). he speaking on the 47th Founders Day in Akron Ohio in 1982. The brief opening remarks are by Lois W, Dr Bobs wife Annie was also at the event but does not speak. Really great quality recording for 1982. Support Sober Cast: https://sobercast.com/donate Email: sobercast@gmail.com Sober Cast has 3200+ episodes available, visit SoberCast.com to access all the episodes where you can easily find topics or specific speakers using tags or search. https://sobercast.com

Karl and Erum sit down with Amy Trejo and Jose Carlos Garcia Garcia from Procter & Gamble to uncover how one of the world's largest consumer goods companies is leveraging biotechnology to innovate at unprecedented scale. Founded 189 years ago as a bio-waste upcycling partnership between a candle maker and a soap maker, P&G has always been rooted in biomaterials innovation—from pioneering laundry enzymes in the 1960s to developing cold water enzyme technologies that have saved billions in energy costs. Amy and JC reveal what makes biotech innovations stick in the marketplace (hint: it's all about performance), share candid advice for startups hoping to partner with P&G, and explain why the company views biotech as a critical enabler of both sustainability and superior consumer experiences. They discuss common misconceptions about working with large CPG companies, the importance of reducing ideas to practice, and how P&G's connect-and-develop model creates win-win partnerships that can impact billions of consumers worldwide. Whether you're a biotech founder, investor, or enthusiast curious about how innovative materials make it from lab to everyday products, this conversation offers rare insights into the intersection of consumer goods, biotechnology, and global scale manufacturing.Grow Everything brings the bioeconomy to life. Hosts Karl Schmieder and Erum Azeez Khan share stories and interview the leaders and influencers changing the world by growing everything. Biology is the oldest technology. And it can be engineered. What are we growing?Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.messaginglab.com/groweverything⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters:(00:00:00) - Introduction and Opening Remarks(00:01:00) - Erum's Article on Industrial Biomanufacturing for Lichen Ventures(00:04:00) - The Vision of Boom Towns and Interplanetary Innovation(00:07:00) - Introduction to Amy Trejo and JC Garcia Garcia from P&G(00:11:00) - Amy and JC's Backgrounds and Roles at P&G(00:13:00) - Biotech Innovations Throughout P&G's 189-Year History(00:19:00) - What Makes Biotech Innovations Stick: Performance Over Everything(00:22:00) - Biggest Misconceptions About Partnering with Large CPG Companies(00:29:00) - How to Approach P&G: Show Product, Generate Data, Demonstrate Performance(00:31:00) - The Power of Reapplication Across Product Categories(00:35:00) - Successful Biotech Partnerships: SK-II, Align, New Chapter, Base Camp Research(00:39:00) - What Catches P&G's Attention at Conferences and Trade Shows(00:42:00) - The Role of Storytelling in Biotech Innovation and Consumer Engagement(00:47:00) - Five-Year Vision: The Future of CPG and Biotech Partnerships(00:49:00) - One Piece of Advice for Biotech Innovators: Reduce Ideas to Practice(00:52:00) - Quickfire Questions with Amy and JC(00:53:00) - Closing Thoughts: Impacting Billions of Lives Through Partnership(00:54:00) - Karl and Erum's Recap and Key TakeawaysLinks and Resources:Procter & Gamble (P&G)P&G Connect + DevelopP&G PartnershipsStellar: A World Beyond Limits and How To Get ThereIndustrial Biomanufacturing Needs Its Manhattan Project Moment by Erum Azeez Khan107. Glow Big or Go Home: Andy Bass's Journey with Glowing Oceans17. Beauty and the Biome with Jasmina Aganovic of ArcaeaTopics Covered: biotech, industry, biomanufacturing, bioprocessing, agriculture, agritech, strain engineering, biotech R&D, feedstocks, chemical engineering, bioengineeringHave a question or comment? Message us here:Text or Call (804) 505-5553 Music by: Nihilore Production by:  Amplafy Media

Anti-ICE protesters disrupt a Sunday church service in Minnesota, Don Lemon's "journalism" defense goes viral, and we draw the actual line between free speech and private property. We also dig into the FACE Act, why "protest" does not mean "do whatever you want," plus the immigration pickle, welfare incentives, Rand Paul's plan, and Trump's Greenland/NATO chaos. 00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks   00:49 Protests and Church Incidents   03:34 Debate on Private Property Rights   06:02 Frustrations   08:04 Legal and Constitutional Arguments   14:50 Media and Activism   19:00 Private Property Rights   21:12 Protests and Legal Boundaries   24:07 The Immigration Debate   35:16 Trump's Greenland Ambitions   41:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts  

Visit MiamiComedy.com to tap into this episode and get ahead of the conversation for the next.In this episode, we riff on why Miami energy doesn't move for weather, it moves for culture, opportunity, and vibes, and how that same logic somehow makes Greenland the funniest and weirdest next chapter. This episode breaks down overcrowding, optics, money, migration, and Miami hustle logic in a way that's hilarious, sharp, and uncomfortably accurate, mixing real-world headlines with pure Miami imagination. You'll laugh, you'll question reality a little, and you'll walk away seeing Miami, and the rest of the world, in a healthy relationship towards the future.(00:00) Introduction and Opening Remarks(00:09) Comedy and Online Personas(00:57) Greenland: The New Frontier(03:13) Miami Culture in Greenland(05:31) Greenland to Miami: A Cultural Exchange(11:59) Upcoming Miami Comedy Shows(12:38) Conclusion and Community Updates

In this episode of 'Reaching for Real Life,' Pastor Sean Azzaro of River City Community Church and co-host Baron Wiley discuss the significance of Thanksgiving, the deep theology and history embedded in classic hymns, and the importance of gratitude. They delve into discerning true biblical teachings from false doctrines, utilizing reliable resources, and the role of AI in sermon preparation. The episode also highlights the value of community and spiritual guidance in nurturing one's faith. 00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks00:33 Discussing the Popularity of Hymns00:59 Thanksgiving Reflections and Traditions03:40 Thanksgiving Football Lineup06:14 Spotting False Doctrine Online12:45 Understanding God's Love and Justice13:38 The Role of AI in Sermon Preparation15:43 Evaluating the Fruit of Biblical Teaching18:40 Navigating Doctrinal Differences20:25 Discerning Truth in Christian Community23:28 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

In this episode, I explore the paradox of Artificial Intelligence, not as a hero or a villain, but as a mirror. What's really rising or falling isn't AI itself—it's us, the humans holding the prompt. Together, GPT-5 and I unpack how this technology can awaken creativity or quietly erode it, depending on how consciously we engage with it. Make Sense? What you're about to hear is not just a conversation between man and machine. It's a collaboration between awareness and automation, a real-time experiment in creation itself. Because here's the question that keeps me up at night: What happens when the tools we built to extend human intelligence start to replace the act of thinking itself? This episode isn't about whether AI is good or bad. It's about whether we, as humans, will rise with it—or fall asleep beneath it. So, take a breath. Let's make sense… of the Rise and Fall of AI. Follow Dr. JC Doornick and the Makes Sense Academy: ► Makes Sense Substack - https://drjcdoornick.substack.com ► Instagram: / drjcdoornick ►Facebook:  / makessensepodcast ►YouTube:  / drjcdoornick MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is a subjective and acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast - You will find a "Follow" button on the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com Highlights: 0:00 - Intro 4:15 - In this episode, we will…. 8:37 - Opening Remarks from ChatGPT 16:44 - The Rise Of AI 22:21 - AI as a Luxury to Necessity 25:32 - Collaboration 27:35 - The Fall of Ai? 31:48 - The Learning Dilemma  37:03 - The Future Role of Humans? 40:12 - The Final Verdict from Chat GPT Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.