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We trace Samuel's journey from legalistic zeal and secret shame to a settled identity in Christ that produces real freedom and lasting change. A candid friend, a simple rule—believe God's word over your life—and honest confession turn burden into peace.• growing up Adventist with sincere devotion and heavy performance pressure• school trauma, social isolation, and low self‑esteem shaping a rule‑first faith• leadership wins that hid a double life and deepening addiction• Brazil ministry, long prayers, and burnout exposing legalism• a friend's hard truth becoming the turning point• hearing identity‑first gospel and letting the burden fall• moving from condemnation to confidence and steady transformation• confession in community replacing secrecy with light• practical freedom: thoughts challenged, shame silenced, habits changed
In this episode of Let's Be Clear, former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms joins Pastor Jamal Bryant for a direct conversation on Georgia politics, the rule of law, and the future of democracy.They discuss her confrontations with the Trump administration, concerns about federal overreach, and what she sees as unprecedented challenges to constitutional checks and balances. Mayor Bottoms addresses election integrity in Georgia, the importance of voter turnout, and the historic nature of her candidacy as the state has never elected a woman governor.She also speaks on engaging Black voters, building strong economic foundations, and why leadership in this moment requires courage and accountability.This discussion is about democracy, responsibility, and the future of Georgia.#LetsBeClearPodcast #KeishaLanceBottoms #JamalBryant #GeorgiaPolitics #BlackLeadership------------------The Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let's Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener. New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.orgJoin our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/joinFollow or Subscribe on our socials ~https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod
One social worker. One campus. A hundred invisible fires.In this conversation, Justin Martinez, a Bay Area high school school social worker, assistant baseball coach, and facilitator of a young men's group called “Are You Man Enough?”, breaks down what it really takes to support students with high needs without losing yourself in the process. Justin shares how his own story (foster care, domestic violence, and becoming a first-gen graduate) shaped his purpose, what he keeps behind the “leader” mask, and why the hardest lesson for helpers is also the most freeing: you can't save anyone… but you can hand them the keys.Listen and apply these takeaways to your school:The “crown” mask: what it looks like to be the steady leader at school, mentor, role model, coach, while carrying grief and pressure underneathCountertransference in real life: how to notice when a student's story hits your own… and not let it bleed into the relationshipTwo lenses, one campus: why wellness teams and disciplinary systems clash, and how students pay the price when adults aren't aligned“I can't save anyone” isn't cold, it's a boundary: how over-functioning creates burnout (and attaches your worth to outcomes you can't control)The keys metaphor: “I can walk you to the door and hand you the keys… but you have to open it.”What school social workers actually do: wellness check-ins, crisis triage, re-regulation spaces, risk assessments, referrals, and constant problem-solvingAccountability with care: holding young men to a higher standard without talking down to themReal strength includes rest: the crown is heavy… and strong men still take it off(0:00) Class in session + meet Justin Martinez(2:38) Justin's story: foster care due to domestic violence + becoming a first-gen grad to return and be what he needed(10:10) Behind Justin's mask: grief, countertransference, walking on eggshells, inequity, targeted students, and “I can't save anyone”(15:10) “I can't save anyone” + the keys/door framework (resources, boundaries, and surrendering outcomes)(20:50) Learning the boundary the hard way: wanting to “fix” a family's crisis and hitting system limits(27:31) A day in school social work: QR code referrals, wellness check-ins, re-regulation room, crisis calls, risk assessments(33:14) Biggest challenge: collaborating with staff when lenses don't match—and harmful narratives about students persist(36:10) Why schools need more men in wellness roles: impact, mentorship, emotional modeling(38:57) What young men are facing: accountability, consequences, pressure, and future-focus conversations(43:35) Closing question: “How heavy is that crown?” + grief, family weight, and learning when to take it offConnect with Justin MartinezInstagram: @just_in_tiime_Join/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode IdeasEmail us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#unmaskingwithmaleeducators #millionmaskmovement #takingoffthemask #totm #schoolsocialwork #studentwellness #teacherretention #mentorship #mensmentalhealth #emotionalwellness #restisstrength #youthadvocacy
This week, we dive into our journey through teaching. From training, being newly qualified, taking on extra responsibilties, leading subjects, moving school and eventually deciding to leave the classroom, we discuss it all!Wherever you are in your teaching journey, this one is for you, as we draw back the curtain on a wild career.Book a free demo for MathsZoo now and see how we can help your school smash maths! www.mathszoo.orgJoin our free WhatsApp community for Q&A submissions, polls on future episodes & links to the podcast first: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HB7n1PNGdGL5STACssEH1sLeave us a review and share this episode with someone you think might enjoy it! It really helps us out.Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcastFollow us on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast
We are back with another listener Q+A episode and we cover quite the range of topics this week!Should politics ever enter the classroom?What lesson would we teach at Hogwarts?Should I lead a subject for no pay or time?Book a free demo for MathsZoo now and see how we can help your school smash maths! www.mathszoo.orgJoin our free WhatsApp community for Q&A submissions, polls on future episodes & links to the podcast first: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HB7n1PNGdGL5STACssEH1sLeave us a review and share this episode with someone you think might enjoy it! It really helps us out.Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcastFollow us on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast
Question of Ethics: A Conversation on Courts and EthicsMarch 4th, 2026Courts stand at a crossroads between tradition andnecessity. On the one hand, we are guardians of legal boundaries, carefully distinguishing who may practice law and what constitutes legal advice. On the other hand, we are confronted with an undeniable reality: in many locationsaround our country, people with legal problems never reach the courthouse door, often because:DistanceThey live miles away from the courthouse or even any legal helpAffordabilityThey cannot afford to get the legal help they need RecognitionThey do not even see their problem as “legal” or the courthouse as a place that can help. As unmet legal needs grow, our community is asking courtsto do more, to do things differently, with fewer resources, and with fewer assumptions about how justice is accessed. These questions invite us to wrestle with uncomfortable issues. If non-attorney legal advocates are helping close critical legal gaps in selected areas around the country, is the currentlimitation on giving legal advice (Canon 1.7) still appropriate? Conversely, do some areas of law require stricter boundaries to protect the public?Can we continue to rely on courthouse-centered models, ormust courts extend their presence into the community in more sustained and meaningful ways? And as front-line staff increasingly become the first, and sometimes the only point of contact, how do we responsibly navigate that thin line between providing helpful information and giving permissible legal advice?Finally, this discussion challenges us to think about thefuture of the court's workforce itself. Expanding non-attorney legal advisors raises questions not only about service delivery, but about professional identity, training, liability, and career development within the courts.Are we prepared to redefine roles, invest in training newskills, and accept a more flexible vision of how we as court leaders serve the public? The answers to these questions may shape not just access to justice, but the very role of courts in the communities we serve.In this episode, we examine the expanding roles of non-attorney advocacy and community-based services. We look at the evolving role of court staff to meet people where they are. We ask the question can we reimagine access to justice? Today's PanelMaggie Humm Executive Director of the Alaska Legal Services Corporation in Anchorage.Sarah Carver Co-director of the Alaska Legal Services Corporation's Community Justice Workers Resource Center.Creadell Webb Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer for the 1st Judicial District Court, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,Liz Rambo Trial Court Administrator for the Lane County Circuit Court, in Eugene, Oregon Access the episode by going to the NACM website podcast link: https://www.nacmnet.org/podcastsBecome part of the Conversation. Submit your comments and questions to: ethics@nacmnet.orgJoin the Question of Ethics Conversation held after the Subcommittee meetings every fourth Thursday of the month at 2:00 pm ET.
We trace a life marked by grief, shame, and spiritual oppression to a restored marriage, steady identity in Jesus, and a practical way to stop being ruled by intrusive thoughts. We speak plainly about betrayal, depression, and the gospel that heals what effort and fear could not.• growing up in Alaska amid alcohol, violence, and loss• sister's death shaping fear of abandonment and self-hate• early marriage, poverty, and surprising provision• betrayal, the crash, and sensing Jesus' presence• counseling, separation, and a rebuilt friendship in marriage• breaking demonic oppression and naming depression• hearing gospel assurance beyond moral scorekeeping• practicing observer-mind and taking thoughts captive• refusing to carry blame that does not belong to us
In this episode of Let's Be Clear, civil rights Attorney Benjamin Crump joins Pastor Jamal Bryant for a timely conversation on justice, constitutional rights, and the evolving fight for civil rights in America.They reflect on the 14 year anniversary of Trayvon Martin's death and what his legacy means today. Crump shares insight into two powerful but underreported cases, including Tamara Lanier's lawsuit against Harvard over images of her enslaved ancestor Papa Renty, and the decades long battle for justice for the family of Henrietta Lacks.Attorney Crump speaks on the decline in Black lawyers, doctors, and engineers, the rise of AI misinformation targeting Black leaders, and why representation in the courtroom still matters.This discussion is about accountability, legacy, and the responsibility to protect future generations.#LetsBeClearPodcast #BenjaminCrump #JamalBryant #CivilRights #BlackLeadership--------------------The Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let's Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener. New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.orgJoin our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/joinFollow or Subscribe on our socials ~https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod
Three Black male educators. Three generations of impact. One powerful through-line: belief.In this conversation, Jacob (Cory Gold), Dr. Willie Williams, and Reginald Williams unpack what it means to teach while carrying a mask, showing strength, joy, fairness, and love… while holding grief, pressure, mental health, and the realities of being a young Black man in a profession where you're often the only one. You'll hear how mentorship travels: teacher → student → teacher → the next student… and how small moments in schools become lifelong turning points.Listen and apply these takeaways to your school:Belief as a daily practice: what it looks like to “clock in” for kids like a coach—showing up early, present, and intentionalFairness vs. equality: how “being strict but understanding” builds trust (and why students can smell a facade)The mask exercise (front + back): what educators show the world vs. what we carry behind the smileWhy teaching is still a “dangerous” profession for Black folks: the weight of history, politics, and protecting students without drowning themPlanting seeds that go home: phrases, routines, and presence that outlive the classroom and come back 15 years later(0:00) Class in session + meet Jacob “Cory Gold,” Dr. Willie Williams, and Reginald Williams(1:30) Jacob introduces himself: “walking in the light” as a spiritual being inside school buildings(2:10) Dr. Willie: meeting Jacob as a high school student who needed someone to slow him down(4:10) Reginald: why he became a teacher, representation, trust, and seeing leadership up close(6:45) Mask exercise explained: 3 words on the front, 3 on the back(7:25) Reginald's mask: fairness/justice, passion, strict-but-understanding + joy, intention, hiding the lows(10:30) Jacob's mask: joy, intention, light, love + poverty background, hunger check-ins, leading with questions(15:10) Dr. Willie's mask: God, love, strength + protecting students politically, mental health, and dating as a Black male educator(22:00) Ashanti's mask: caring/serious/passionate + worry, self-doubt, family weight(26:40) The big question: “How does belief in your students show up every day?”(31:05) Reginald: the “lightbulb moment” and why students want their teacher back after a sub(33:10) Jacob reflects on impact: gratitude for seeing the “increase” across generations(41:00) Reginald on planting seeds: being uniquely yourself, meeting students where they are(44:45) Willie: teaching as “dangerous” historically + the need for community among Black male educators(50:15) Dr. Willie: more eye-level conversations + Book #18: The Black Male Resiliency ExperienceConnect with the GuestsDr. Willie WilliamsBook: The Black Male Resiliency ExperienceCompany: Accepted Admissions (educational consulting)Jacob (Cory Gold)Shares “All Things Light” content (YouTube/Instagram)Reginald WilliamsEducator (Year 3) + community builder through clubs/activities/coaching energyJoin/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode IdeasEmail us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#unmaskingwithmaleeducators #millionmaskmovement #takingoffthemask #totm
Book a free demo for MathsZoo now and see how we can help your school smash maths! www.mathszoo.orgJoin our free WhatsApp community for Q&A submissions, polls on future episodes & links to the podcast first: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HB7n1PNGdGL5STACssEH1sLeave us a review and share this episode with someone you think might enjoy it! It really helps us out.Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcastFollow us on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast
We often think of kings as powerful rulers sitting in palaces, demanding service. But what if the Gospel of Matthew reveals a King who did the exact opposite? In a culture obsessed with status, wealth, and power, the true story of Jesus offers a radical alternative that feels both dangerous and incredibly freeing.This isn't just a history lesson about a book in the Bible. It is a look at why the message of Jesus was so revolutionary that it got Him killed and why it still challenges everything we know about success today. We dive into the Gospel of Matthew to uncover a Kingdom where the poor are blessed, the weak are strong, and greatness is defined by how much you serve, not how much you own.If you are tired of a version of Christianity that feels like just a list of rules, or if you're wondering if Jesus is actually relevant to your modern life, this episode is for you. Discover the King who meets you in your mess, values your heart over your performance, and invites you into a story that is still being written.SUBSCRIBE to our channel / @binmin_org JOIN the NEWSLETTER at https://binmin.org/newsletter/SUPPORT Binmin with a tax-deductible gift HERE - https://binmin.org/donate0:00 - HOOK – WHAT IF IT'S ALL TRUE?0:32 - INTRO – MATTHEW: THE KING AND HIS KINGDOM0:52 - SECTION 1 – THE KING'S UNEXPECTED ARRIVAL (GENEALOGY + BETHLEHEM + KINGDOM AT HAND)2:08 - SECTION 2 – JESUS' TEACHING: THE KINGDOM TURNS EVERYTHING UPSIDE DOWN (SERMON ON THE MOUNT + PRAYER + MERCY)4:08 - SECTION 3 – THE CROSS: THE KING'S THRONE (TRIAL, CRUCIFIXION, TORN CURTAIN)4:32 - SECTION 4 – THE RESURRECTION + GREAT COMMISSION (EMPTY TOMB, AUTHORITY, DISCIPLE-MAKING)5:48 - CALL TO ACTION – READ MATTHEW FOR 10 MINUTES A DAY (30-DAY CHALLENGE)6:19 - OUTRO – SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, BINMIN.ORGJOIN the NEWSLETTER. SUPPORT Binmin with a tax-deductible gift HERECONNECT WITH BINMIN: TikTok Instagram Facebook Linkedin Binmin.orgQuestions?: info@binmin.orgPODCAST RESOURCES: More from Binmin: Binmin.org Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Subscribe on YouTubeLEAVE A REVIEW on Apple podcasts
Book a free demo for MathsZoo now and see how we can help your school smash maths! www.mathszoo.orgJoin our free WhatsApp community for Q&A submissions, polls on future episodes & links to the podcast first: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HB7n1PNGdGL5STACssEH1sLeave us a review and share this episode with someone you think might enjoy it! It really helps us out.Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcastFollow us on TikTok: www.tiktok.com/teachsleeprepeatpodcast
Send a textToday we learn about Canadian child actor Ryan Grantham who, in 2020, killed his mother Barbara Waite at the start of what was to be a cross-country crime spree.E-mail me at Pugmomof1@gmail.com; visit me on Instagram as True Crime University_ or join our Facebook group, True Crime University Discussion GroupTrue Crime University is part of the Debauchery Media Network. Visit all our podcasts at welcometothedebauchery.comResources: Wikipedia, iZombie.fandom.com, imdb.com, Psychology Today, findagrave.com, themoviedb.org, CBC, BBC News, The Mirror, thedefenselawyer.com, People magazine, eonline.com, clevelandclinic.org, simplypsychology.orgJoin our Patreon for only $2 a month! Patreon.com/TrueCrimeUni... Teacher's Pet tierJoin our Patreon for only $2 a month! Patreon.com/TrueCrimeUni... Teacher's Pet tier
As we celebrate the Month of Love, Pastor Jamal Bryant and co-host Dr. Karri Bryant sit down with David and Tamela Mann for a powerful conversation about 38 years of marriage, faith and mental health.The Manns speak openly about hard seasons, separation and the daily work it takes to stay in love. They share why communication, respect and gratitude became the key to keeping their marriage strong.David Mann also opens up about his private battle with depression while making the world laugh. He talks about the pressure of leading his family, the silence he carried and how therapy helped him begin to heal.Together, they share real lessons on marriage, healing and choosing each other year after year.#DavidMann #TamelaMann #JamalBryantPodcast #LetsBeClearPodcast #ChristianMarriage #MentalHealth-------The Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let's Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener. New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.orgJoin our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/joinFollow or Subscribe on our socials ~https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod
We trace Camille's journey from childhood fear and college doubt to a practical, grace-filled approach to parenting. Identity in Christ, renewing the mind with Scripture, and simple practices transform shame, mom rage, and marriage strain into steady peace.• fear-led faith reshaped by Scripture• Peru breakthrough on Pharaoh and God's wrath• union with Christ and freedom from sin in Romans• Alaska hardship, loss, and identity crisis• naming shame as the engine of mom rage• four-step reset after yelling to break cycles• rooting worth in Christ, not performance• rewiring triggers with verses and visualization• releasing control, gossip, and bitterness• speaking life: “describe what you see”• anger as a signal, not a master• training kids with Scripture and respectful disagreement• building contentment and truth-telling identities
This episode is a masterclass in what it really costs to be a Black man in education and what it takes to build something better. Sharif El-Mekki (Center for Black Educator Development) breaks down the “trifecta” that grinds educators down, why many recruitment efforts are ill-informed and unserious, and how a student-led rallying cry became a national pipeline movement: #WeNeedBlackTeachers. Listen and apply these takeaways to your school tomorrow:Why “work twice as hard to get half as far” can become a trap and where the pressure should go (the system, not the child)The educator “mask” that looks like strength…but is really stoicism, compartmentalization, and survivalWhat changes when you stop separating your lived experience from your teaching: students become more demanding (and that's a good thing)“Raised Woke” and the power of student agency: when young people start making real demands, like meeting real PanthersThe Black educator pipeline problem, the leaky retention reality, and why retention is the strongest recruitment strategyThe 3Ps framework: Policy & Advocacy, Professional Development, Pathways—and what it looks like in real schoolsThe mental health toll on Black male educators: experiencing bias as a kid, as a professional, and deciding whether to protect kids in the same system(0:00) Class in session + meet Sharif El-Mekki(1:15) Philly Seventh Ward + why Du Bois still matters(2:35) “Stop telling Black boys they need to be twice as good” + the John Henry warning(6:05) The mask question: what we show vs. what we carry(9:35) Ashanti's mask: purpose on the front, fear + political anger behind it(12:10) Sharif's mask: love for community on the front, stoicism + withholding his story behind it(19:55) What students do when you bring your full self: “Raised Woke,” demands, and agency(24:20) Center for Black Educator Development + rebuilding a national Black teacher pipeline(26:05) The 3Ps: policy/advocacy, professional learning, pathways(27:10) The high school pathway: teaching as CTE + Black pedagogical framework(33:15) The convening: not a conference—work, community, action (9th annual this fall)(39:35) Men's mental health + the “trifecta” that grinds Black educators down(41:55) Retention playbook + why anti-racist ecosystems retain educators(45:30) Where to follow + how to get registration updates: #WeNeedBlackTeachers(46:20) Show your mask anonymously + closing(47:10) The intergenerational power: high school + college + veteran educators in the same roomConnect with Sharif El-Mekki / Center for Black Educator DevelopmentWe Need Black Teachers (updates + newsletter): weneedblackteachers.orgHashtag: #WeNeedBlackTeachersJoin/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode IdeasEmail us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#unmaskingwithmaleeducators #takingoffthemask #millionmaskmovement #weneedblackteachers #blackmaleteachers #blackeducators #teacherretention #educationleadership #emotionalwellness
Send a textMichael Jordan Pilgreen was a poetry and art major but as covid hit and the commercial art industry changed he looked for a new path. He considered financial planning but ended up learning finance and technology to become an engineer on Wall Street in the fixed income market. Now he is a co-founder of Enduring Markets which is a capital markets publication covering a range of interesting topics.I got the privilege to advise Michael about 5 years ago during his journey on what quant finance was. Today I got to learn more in depth about fixed income from him.Michael Jordan Pilgreenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-jordan-pilgreen-7a3099108/details/experience/Enduring Marketshttps://www.enduringmarkets.orgJoin the quant community in Dallas, Texas April 10th at SMU!Quaint Quant Conference - 2026Learn and network from a close knit quant community!Support the show
A live conversation with my mother about joy, reflections on life when living so close to hardship, her work caring for people in their most tenuous moments, the privilege of being in a position of giving, raising children with Jewish values outside of a Jewish community, letting yourself dream, and so much more. Rochel Lazaroff is the co-founder and co-director of Aishel House, a hospitality home for patients and their families visiting the Texas Medical Center, a shlucha, mother of eleven, and Torah teacher. Find out more about her work here: aishelhouse.org. Contact her at rochel@aishelhouse.orgJoin our new virtual Tanya class! We will be hosting a live, three part series on the divine soul, through Chapter 2 of the Tanya, a space to explore the text through shared study, poetry, curated illustrations, songs, and guided reflection. Link to join us here: https://humanandholy.mykajabi.com/tanyaclass* * * * * * *To inquire about sponsorship & advertising opportunities, please email us at info@humanandholy.comTo support our work, visit humanandholy.com/sponsor.Find us on Instagram @humanandholy & subscribe to our channel to stay up to date on all our upcoming conversations ✨Human & Holy podcast is available on all podcast streaming platforms. New episodes every Sunday & Wednesday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.
Ep 227 One World in a New World with Laurie SeymourWhat happens when spirituality stops being something to attain… and becomes something to remember?In this episode of One World in a New World, Zen Benefiel sits down with Laurie Seymour—quantum connection mentor, founder of the Baka Institute, and author of Unconditional Remembrance—to explore unity consciousness, the field of unlimited potential, and the lived experience of unconditional love.From humanistic psychology and the human potential movement to quantum fields and energetic discernment, this conversation moves beyond belief systems into embodiment. Laurie shares how remembrance is not intellectual—it is cellular. Once experienced, it becomes indelible.Together they explore:Unity consciousness vs. dualistic perceptionThe paradox of being “in the world but not of it”How change feels chaotic before coherence formsDiscernment in energetic awarenessWhy you cannot think your way to truthThe discipline of presence in times of transformationThis is not about escaping the world.It's about remembering who you are within it.If you've felt the frequency shifting, this conversation will resonate.Connect with Laurie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurieseymour/Unconditional Rememberance: https://amzn.to/407CxkMBaca Insititute: https://thebacainstitute.com/#OneWorldInANewWorld, #UnconditionalRemembrance, #UnityConsciousness, #QuantumConnection, #SpiritualAwakening, #LivingTheParadox, #EnergeticAlignment, #ConsciousEvolution, #PlanetaryCitizens__________
In this Black History Month episode of Let's Be Clear, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis joins Pastor Jamal Bryant for a powerful conversation on faith, justice, and Black leadership in America.Fani reflects on her upbringing as the daughter of a Black Panther activist and attorney, the legacy that shaped her calling, and the weight of prosecuting high profile cases, including President Donald Trump. She speaks candidly about pressure, threats, and why she believes she was born for this moment.This conversation centers purpose, accountability, and what it means to stand firm when leadership is tested.#LetsBeClearPodcast #FaniWillis #JamalBryant #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackLeadership-----The Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let's Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener. New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.orgJoin our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/joinFollow or Subscribe on our socials ~https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod
We trace Jon's journey from image management to resting in God's love, and how that shift reshapes marriage, ministry, and daily life. Shame loses power, identity settles, and love starts doing the work fear never could.• why behavior change without identity fails• living from no condemnation in Christ• how shame fuels both rebellion and pride• moving from judging to observing in relationships• marriage impacts of securing worth in God• assurance that doesn't breed apathy• the Spirit's role in real transformation• serving the Samoan community with gospel clarity• Jesus as the true picture of the Father• unity formed by the Spirit, not mere doctrine
This is the story of two educators who never planned to become educators, and ended up building an edtech nonprofit that's served 50+ schools in Puerto Rico. Robby Cobbs and Kyle Sumrow break down the “international teaching cheat code,” the masks they wear as leaders, and how they turned frustration into a system that helps schools build real tech plans (not PDFs that die in a Google Drive). Listen and apply these takeaways to your school tomorrow:Why “dignity” matters more than “respect”, and how that mindset changes your classroom and your leadershipFairness vs. equality (the glasses example) + why “kindness all the time” isn't soft, it's strategicThe power of community when you're far from home: international schools, brotherhood, and what “family” can mean when it's built (not forced)How TechMySchool was born in Puerto Rico, no libraries, not enough books, and one question that sparked a movement(0:00) Class in session + meet Robby Cobbs and Kyle Sumrow(0:30) Robby's origin story: from “no teacher dreams” to finding home in schools(5:30) Teaching in inner-city schools + the travel bug that changed everything(7:00) International teaching explained (housing, flights, medical, taxes)(13:35) Kyle's journey: music school → bus driver → subbing → “this is what I want to do”(18:50) Teaching as the ultimate learning hack (bio → CS → film → audio → auto)(30:10) “Family” in international schools—when community builds itself(35:40) The “mask” exercise: what you show vs. what you carry as a leader(38:00) Kyle's mask: dignity, fairness, growth and the unseen leadership habits(41:30) Robby's mask: confident leader, service, empathy and the hidden frustration behind nonprofit work(52:20) TechMySchool origin story: Puerto Rico schools, no libraries, and scaling from 1 school to 50+(55:15) “Week Without Walls” + bringing students to other places for perspective shifts(1:09:50) How to support + the Caribbean edtech conference (April 10–11)(1:11:10) TechPlanGenie: AI-powered tech planning + accountability + end-of-year reportConnect with Robby Cobbs + Kyle Sumrow / TechMySchool:Website: techmyschool.orgInstagram/Facebook: Tech My SchoolCaribbean EdTech Conference: April 10–11Join/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode IdeasEmail us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#unmaskingwithmaleeducators #millionmaskmovement #takingoffthemask #totm #doace
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KEXP presents Ami Taf Ra performing live in the KEXP studio. Recorded November 24, 2025. Law Kaana Qalbi Speak To Us How I Became A Madman Love The ProphetAmi Taf Ra - VocalsMicah Heard - DrumsIsaac Green - BassVeritus Miller - KeysHost: Jewel LoreeAudio Engineer: Julian MartlewMastering Engineer: Kevin Suggshttps://amitafra.comhttp://kexp.orgJoin this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3I2GFN_F8WudD_2jUZbojA/join Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Agents of Recovery, Coach Blu and Wendell explore the concept of the privilege of pressure and how life's most intense moments reveal who we choose to become. Through honest reflection and grounded conversation, they unpack how pressure can either trap us in emotion or activate us as intentional decision-makers.Coach Blu sits down with Wendell for a deeply personal discussion that spans both celebration and grief. Wendell shares a powerful snapshot of his life, moving from the joy of watching his son get married to the heartbreak of losing his mother. These contrasting experiences create the foundation for a meaningful conversation about perspective, responsibility, and emotional agency.Key Themes Discussed- The Privilege of Pressure and why pressure is not just something to survive, but something that can shape growth- Highs and Lows of Life illustrated through Wendell's experiences with family, love, and loss- Choice Versus Reaction and how moments of intensity force us to decide whether we become victims of our emotions or agents of our choices- Emotional Ownership and what it looks like to process feelings without being controlled by themAddictToAthlete.orgJoin the Skool of Recovery with Team Addict II Athlete. It's free to join!https://www.skool.com/addict-ii-athlete-5988/about?ref=9090e81114674311874340c02b1095d0
In this Black History Month episode of Let's Be Clear, Pastor Jamal Bryant reflects on 100 years of Black history and examines where the Black community stands today.This conversation covers the Black Church, economic power, voting rights, immigration enforcement, media accountability, and the treatment of Black journalists and activists. Pastor Bryant also shares an update on the Target boycott and explains why supporting Black businesses and collective action still matters.Black history is not just something we remember. It is something we are living right now.#BlackHistoryMonth #BlackChurch #BlackEconomicsThe Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let's Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener. New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.orgJoin our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/joinFollow or Subscribe on our socials ~https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod
We trace Kevin's path from a chaotic childhood and a volatile father to marriage struggles, porn as a coping mechanism, special-needs parenting, and a surprising breakthrough when the gospel finally lands. The story turns toward freedom, confession, and a rebuilt marriage rooted in grace.• Adventist roots and a home shaped by volatility and lectures• Seven-year church break and return through pastoral care• Marriage stress from silence and mismatched intimacy models• Porn as coping, failed quit cycles, and hidden shame• Birth of a son with Down syndrome and heavy caregiving• Burnout, depersonalization, and health crashes• A campfire revival where the good news becomes real• Confession, near collapse of the marriage, and a second chance• Grief for his father-in-law and renewed tenderness at home• Practical shifts in parenting, presence, and perspective
In this episode, Ashanti Branch shares what he's been witnessing in schools and in the broader social climate surrounding ICE, Alex Pretti, and how it shows up in students' bodies, behavior, and sense of safety. He opens with a lunch conversation with a group of young men who name the pressures they feel: expectations, relationships, emotions, and not always having someone they trust when they're struggling.From there, Ashanti expands into a bigger message for educators and communities: when young people (and adults) don't have a safe way to release what they're carrying, they can end up walking around like “emotional landmines”, until one moment sets everything off.Don't wait for a crisis to make emotional well-being a priority. Ask students how they're doing, build spaces for honest conversation, and use mask-making as a practical tool for connection and healing.A lunch conversation with young men: pressure, relationships, emotions, and trust“Emotional landmines” and what happens when people store it all upMasculinity, power, and what violence can look like when manhood feels threatenedStories that show the impact of fear and rhetoric on young peopleWhy silence (and “staying in our lane”) isn't a protection planA direct invitation to educators: be proactive, not reactiveHow mask-making can open honest conversations in your school/community(0:00) Welcome + why Ashanti is speaking directly in this solo reflection(2:18) Lunch with young men: emotions, expectations, trust, and vulnerability(4:10) Naming “emotional landmines” and feeling the pressure personally(5:51) Early life reflections + how we learn to see the world clearly(7:54) A quote that frames masculinity, power, and the threat of equality(12:08) A young person's testimony: “How can I focus on school when I'm worried about my family?”(16:06) “What are we willing to do to protect what we say we believe?”(18:57) A story about a 10-year-old boy and the ripple effects of fear and threats(21:41) Why people “store it up” until one moment becomes an explosion(22:02) Protests, speaking out, and finding your lane for action(26:59) A direct ask for educators: don't wait for crisis—create emotional support now(29:21) Invitation: make a mask, invite others, and build connection before the “boom”Join/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode IdeasEmail us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#unmaskingwithmaleeducators #millionmaskmovement #takingoffthemask #totm #doace #diaryofaconfusededucator #emotionalsafety #emotionallandmines #maskmaking #everforwardclub
In this powerful message from John 15, Dave Bigler explores what it truly means to abide in Christ and bear lasting fruit as believers. Building on his previous teaching about the Parable of the Soils in Matthew 13, Dave reminds us that the seed is God's Word, and our hearts represent the different types of soil. He emphasizes that genuine disciples are called to remain deeply connected to Jesus—the Vine—allowing Him to prune us so we can produce the fruit He desires. Through personal stories, practical insights, and direct Scripture, the teaching highlights the joy, purpose, and intimacy that come from abiding, while addressing common struggles that keep us from bearing fruit.Dave unpacks key truths: the necessity of staying rooted in God's Word through consistent Bible study, prayer, and community; the reality that hardship and pruning are part of God's loving process to make us more fruitful; and the freedom found in surrendering control, naming our emotions honestly, and trusting Christ's easy yoke. Whether you're feeling spiritually dry, overwhelmed by life's "weeds," or simply desiring deeper growth, this message encourages you to let go, abide in Jesus, and experience the fullness of joy He promises.Outline:0:00 – Introduction: Dave introduces himself as an elder, shares excitement about teaching, and briefly recaps his prior message on the Parable of the Soils (Matthew 13) – the seed is God's Word, with four soil types (path/rocky/thorny/good).0:30 – Quick review of the soils: Rocky (shallow faith scorched in trials), hard-packed/path (Satan snatches the word), thorny/weeds (cares of life choke fruit), good soil (produces fruit).1:40 – Transition to John 15: Response to a request for a follow-up on abiding; prayer to open.3:15 – Reading John 15:1-17 aloud.4:00 – Key verse breakdown begins: Jesus as the true vine, Father as the gardener (v.1).6:00 – Branches and fruit: God cuts off unfruitful branches, prunes fruitful ones for more fruit (v.2); already clean by the word (v.3).7:30 – Core command: Abide/remain in Jesus to bear fruit; apart from Him, nothing (v.4-5); purpose is much fruit for God's glory and to prove discipleship (v.8).9:00 – Joy in abiding: Jesus' joy in us, complete joy (v.11); love and obedience like friends, not servants (v.14-15).10:00 – Chosen and appointed to bear lasting fruit; love one another (v.16-17).12:00 – Illustrations: Grape vine analogy; God as gardener/sower/potter; we are branches/conduits, not the source of fruit (Holy Spirit produces it).15:00 – Common false sources of fulfillment: relationships, social media, retail therapy, possessions, entertainment/TV stats, etc. – these are modern "idols" that can't satisfy.20:00 – What is fruit? Character of the Spirit (Galatians 5), good works, sharing the gospel; not a salvation requirement but evidence.25:00 – Pruning process: God removes dead/unfruitful things (even good things that hinder); pruning hurts but increases fruit; trust God's role as gardener.30:00 – Abiding practically: Stay connected through Bible study (cleaned by the word), prayer, community; name emotions honestly in hard times to reduce tension.40:00 – Takeaways / Steps:Know your place: God is God, we are branches (surrender control).Abide in the true vine: Daily prayer, Bible intake, obedience.See challenges/hard things as opportunities/pruning for growth.50:00 – Conclusion: Struggle of self-reliance; abide means letting go and trusting; God's yoke is easy/light.55:00 – Closing prayer: Gratitude for abiding, pruning, joy; request for strength to follow commands; Amen.Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgJoin the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zAD
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Ep 225 One World in a New World with Paul Joseph RovelliWhat happens when creativity, spirituality, philosophy, and lived experience collide in a single life? In this episode of One World in a New World, Zen Benefiel welcomes Paul Joseph Rovelli—author, musician, philosopher, and founder of the Gnostic Church of Light—for a wide-ranging conversation on genius, sovereignty, consciousness, and the lifelong journey of becoming fully oneself.In this episode of One World in a New World, Zen Benefiel sits down with Paul Joseph Rovelli, founder and director of the Gnostic Church of Light, author, pianist, and host of The Gnostic Rebellion. What unfolds is a raw, intellectually rich dialogue exploring creativity, spirituality, individuation, sovereignty, art, mysticism, and the responsibility of self-creation.Paul shares his journey through Catholicism, punk culture, philosophy, music, metaphysics, and Gnostic thought—examining how genius emerges, how identity is formed, and why true awakening requires ownership rather than belief. Together, Zen and Paul explore paradox, ego, oneness, duality, culture, and the challenge of remaining human, creative, and awake in a complex world.This episode invites inquiry into:The nature of genius and self-acknowledgmentCreativity as a spiritual pathSovereignty, responsibility, and individuationWhy ancient wisdom must evolve for modern timesConsciousness, culture, and the myths we live byThis is not a conversation for passive consumption.It is an invitation to think, feel, and question deeply.If you're curious about spirituality beyond doctrine, leadership beyond conformity, and the courage it takes to fully claim your own path—this dialogue invites you in.
In this powerful episode of Apostle Talk, host Dave Bigler sits down with Ben Deeb, a quad-certified peer professional (CRPA, CJSR, PSP, CARC) and Center Staff Supervisor at Healing Springs Recovery Community and Outreach Center in Saratoga County, New York. Ben shares his raw, redemptive journey from severe cocaine addiction, repeated arrests (around 15 times), homelessness, and incarceration to becoming a transformative leader in recovery support. He candidly discusses how substance use disorders and mental health challenges affect a vast majority of the incarcerated population, the lack of meaningful rehabilitation or wraparound services in the justice system, and how a divine encounter with God during one of his jail stays ignited lasting change. Ben now supervises peer professionals, spearheaded the development of medication-assisted treatment (MAT) programs, recovery units, and reentry initiatives in the Saratoga County jail, helping justice-impacted individuals find hope, stability, and freedom.The conversation highlights the systemic failures in treating addiction as a moral failing rather than a health issue, the vital role of peer support and faith in recovery, and Ben's ongoing mission to train others and expand programs that bridge jail to community reintegration. This episode is a stirring testimony of God's redemptive power, the importance of compassion over judgment, and practical steps toward breaking cycles of addiction and recidivism. If you're struggling with addiction, supporting someone who is, or passionate about justice reform and recovery advocacy, Ben's story offers encouragement and real-world insight.If you or someone you know is struggling with substance use, reach out for help:Healing Springs Recovery Community: (518) 306-3048https://preventioncouncil.org/healing-springs/Shelters of Saratoga:(518) 581-1097https://sheltersofsaratoga.org/Subscribe for more inspiring testimonies of faith, recovery, and transformation. Like, comment, and share to spread hope! 00:00 Intro & Welcome00:39 Ben's Addiction & Rock Bottom: Cocaine, Homelessness, 15 Arrests01:07 The Broken System: "Bad Person" vs. "Sick Person" Mindset01:17 Turning Point: Conversations with God in Jail01:56 Ben's Bio & Current Role at Healing Springs03:04 Early Life, First Drugs, and Entry into the Justice System08:21 First Jail Time & Walking Away from Faith12:31 Homeless in Schenectady, Felonies, and Opiate Spiral18:31 Release Struggles & Fentanyl Impact27:40 Armed Robbery Arrest & Foxhole Prayer Moment31:10 Steps Toward Change & Peer Support Beginnings35:51 Re-Incarceration & Mindset Shift in Jail44:03 Paid Role in Jail & Building Hope47:21 Developing Recovery Programs & MAT in Saratoga County Jail51:43 Childhood Trauma, God's Love, and Realizing Worth58:11 Creating the Recovery Unit & Reducing Recidivism01:06:06 Advice for Those Struggling: You Deserve to Recover01:10:58 Closing Prayer & Hope for Addicted, Incarcerated, and Families01:15:23 Final Amen & Wrap-UpSupport Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donateListen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheepContact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.orgJoin the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zAD
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Ep 224 One World in a New World with Leon KammerWhat happens when leadership, spirituality, and lived experience converge into a single inquiry? In this episode of One World in a New World, Zen Benefiel sits down with transformative coach and Kabbalah student Leon Kammer for a wide-ranging conversation on consciousness, vulnerability, fear, and the deeper forces shaping our inner and outer worlds. From corporate leadership to ancient wisdom traditions, this dialogue explores what it means to live—and lead—from the heart in a rapidly changing civilization.There is a growing hunger in the world today—not for answers, but for better questions.In this episode of One World in a New World, Zen Benefiel welcomes Leon Kammer, a transformative coach, former entrepreneur, and devoted student of the ancient wisdom of Kabbalah. Leon shares his extraordinary life journey—from growing up as an immigrant across multiple countries, to success in fashion, media, and business, to a profound spiritual awakening that reshaped how he understands leadership, identity, and the human soul.Join us for a thoughtful conversation focused on the path of "self discovery" and achieving harmony within oneself and with the Earth. This episode emphasizes "personal growth" through engaging dialogue, encouraging a journey of inner balance and "mindfulness". Through these "life lessons", we aim to provide "inspiration" for viewers to cultivate wisdom and meaning in their own lives.
We trace Izzy's journey from anxious validation-seeking to a settled identity in Christ, moving from an “okay gospel” to real freedom where feelings serve rather than rule. Practical shifts around forgiveness, thought life, relationships, and provision show what abundance looks like day to day.• early family story and separation anxiety shaping control and people pleasing• feeling like an outsider at church and chasing validation at school• teen dating patterns, body image pressure, and conflict cycles• baptism and settling for an “okay gospel” without freedom• Annie's mentorship making faith personal and embodied• Bees and Karen reframing identity, forgiveness, and feelings not being lord• practicing truth: holding thoughts captive and choosing the fruits of the Spirit• visible change in attitude, conflict, and joy in ordinary tasks• Link's journey to shared belief and moving toward marriage• provision mindset shift, money anxiety easing, and redeemed time
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We share how a lifelong scorekeeping faith broke under the weight of grace and how salvation as a gift, not a contract, reshaped Verna's story from control to freedom. The gospel shifts behavior from obligation to fruit, turning church culture into real communion.• upbringing in a strict, rule-focused faith culture• marriage, family conflict, and a move to Michigan• a welcoming church community and inclusive worship• parenting insights shifting from behavior to heart• resisting leadership roles due to performance fear• preaching that led to personal breakthrough in Scripture• salvation as gift versus debtor's ethic and contracts• freedom, assurance, and a renewed identity in Christ• mentoring students and friends toward gospel clarity
If you've ever wondered “How do I trust God when life hurts?”, you aren't alone. #TrustGod #ChristianEncouragement #FaithInHardTimes'What if trusting God could change your entire perspective on life's challenges?'When life feels overwhelming, it's hard to trust God instead of your current situation. Maybe you lost a job, went through a breakup, got bad news, or feel like everything is falling apart. In this episode, we explore how Christians can trust God in hard times, even when circumstances don't make sense.We talk honestly about:Why Your Circumstances Don't Define God's FaithfulnessHow Christians Can Find Peace, Hope, and Strength During SufferingWhat the Bible Says About Trusting God in Trials and UncertaintyHow Pops, Bob, and Emma Learned to Trust God Through Job Loss, Financial Crisis, Heartbreak, and Life-Changing DecisionsWhy God Sometimes Answers Quickly and Other Times Asks Us to WaitWhat It Means to Trust God's Plan Even When You Can't See the Next StepGod never promised an easy life, but He did promise Himself.Jesus said, “In this world you will have trouble… but take heart; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33).We dive into powerful Scriptures Philippians 4, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Hebrews 12:1, John 16:33 and real-life stories that show what trusting God looks like when life falls apart.Whether you're overwhelmed, anxious, disappointed, or confused about what God is doing, this episode will help you:Trust God when circumstances failLet go of controlFind hope in sufferingDiscover peace in God's promisesSurrender your fears and wait on Him in faithIf your world feels shaky, God is still steady.Let this episode remind you of His presence, His promises, and His love for you right in the middle of what you're facing.SUBSCRIBE to our channel / @binmin_org JOIN the NEWSLETTER at https://binmin.org/newsletter/SUPPORT Binmin with a tax-deductible gift HERE - https://binmin.org/donate0:00 - WHEN LIFE FALLS APART: THE REAL STRUGGLE0:40 - WELCOME TO THE BINMIN PODCAST0:57 - HOW CHRISTIANS REACT WHEN LIFE BREAKS DOWN1:40 - WHY HARDSHIPS FEEL LIKE GOD BROKE A PROMISE3:00 - POPS' STORY: TRUSTING GOD DURING A FINANCIAL CRISIS5:00 - GOD'S FAITHFULNESS IN THE MIDDLE OF PAIN5:33 - ABRAHAM & SARAH: WAITING 25 YEARS ON GOD'S PROMISE7:00 - WHEN GOD PROVIDES QUICKLY… AND WHEN HE DOESN'T7:50 - WHAT PAUL LEARNED IN SUFFERING8:50 - LOSING A LIFELONG DREAM AND FINDING GOD'S PURPOSE10:00 - WHY CIRCUMSTANCES CAN NEVER BE YOUR HOPE10:41 - HOW TO HOLD ON TO HOPE WHEN EVERYTHING HURTS12:49 - WHAT SUFFERING PRODUCES IN US14:03 - YOUR NEXT STEP: SURRENDER YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES TO GOD14:51 - OUTRO: LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, AND VISIT BINMIN.ORGJOIN the NEWSLETTER. SUPPORT Binmin with a tax-deductible gift HERECONNECT WITH BINMIN: TikTok Instagram Facebook Linkedin Binmin.orgQuestions?: info@binmin.orgPODCAST RESOURCES: More from Binmin: Binmin.org Subscribe on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Subscribe on YouTubeLEAVE A REVIEW on Apple podcasts
In this New Year episode of Let's Be Clear, Mark Curry speaks on his time as a ghostwriter at Bad Boy Records and his appearance in the Netflix documentary, The Reckoning of Sean Puffy Combs.Mark shares the spiritual cost of fame, the truth behind his book Dancing with the Devil, and how faith, loss, and forgiveness shaped his journey through the music industry.This New Year conversation explores truth, accountability, and what it means to walk away from power when purpose matters more.#LetsBeClearPodcast #MarkCurry #BadBoyRecords #DiddyDocumentary #TheReckoningThe Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let's Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener. New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.orgJoin our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/joinFollow or Subscribe on our socials ~https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod
This Christmas episode of Let's Be Clear is a family conversation from the heart.Pastor Jamal Bryant sits down with his daughters Grace, Adore, and Angel to reflect on holiday memories, faith, grief, and growing into adulthood. They talk about navigating college life, learning to live apart after years of being inseparable, and how their family created new traditions after losing both grandparents.The conversation also includes a candid moment about how the daughters discovered their father was engaged, along with a few lighthearted reflections on family life and legacy.This episode is a reminder that Christmas is not just about tradition, but about togetherness, love, and the legacy we build with family.The Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let's Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener. New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.orgJoin our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/joinFollow or Subscribe on our socials ~https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod
In this episode, Pastor Jamal Bryant talks about the Netflix documentary The Reckoning on Sean “Diddy” Combs, but the conversation goes much deeper than the film.He shares how Diddy's story connects to how Black women are often treated in America. From public leaders facing harsh criticism to powerful men avoiding accountability, this episode looks at what happens when fame comes before character.Pastor Bryant also talks about Diddy's upbringing, the lack of discipline, and how power without limits can lead to harm. Throughout the conversation, he reminds us why accountability matters and why building a real legacy is more important than chasing attention.This is not just commentary. This is a reckoning.#JamalBryantPodcast #LetsBeClearPodcast #Diddy #TheReckoning #BlackWomenThe Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let's Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener. New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.orgJoin our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/joinFollow or Subscribe on our socials ~https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod
A candid conversation about how and why infertility makes us so exhausted!In this episode, Jesse and Doug recap the year at the Infertility Feelings Podcast and at Uniquely Knitted. We talk about what this year means to us and what we are excited about in the future. In this episode, we also look at why infertility is so exhausting. We talk about how the end of the year is exhausting and how dealing with infertility at the end of the year feels like a double-exhaustion bomb. Thank you to everyone for making this the biggest and best year yet! We love you all, and we are looking forward to being with you in 2026 and beyond!Help Make This Podcast Happen!We invite you to join the Uniquely Committed and help make this podcast happen. Learn more at uniquelyknitted.org/uniquely-committedThis podcast is produced by Uniquely Knitted.Uniquely Knitted exists to transform the experience of infertility. Our mission is to heal the traumas of infertility, miscarriage, and loss, and to end the isolation that comes with struggling to conceive. We achieve this by providing innovative, evidence-based preventative mental health support to those fighting to grow their families.Discover more at uniquelyknitted.orgJoin the giving club for just $5 a month today! uniquelyknitted.org/uniquely-committedSupport the show
In this episode of Let's Be Clear Podcast, Dr Jamal Bryant reveals the difference between what wealthy families give to their children and what many of us have been taught to value. They are not toys. It is ownership. Experiences. Legacy. Skills. Purpose.He also confronts the Epstein list controversy and asks why the same voices who loudly endorsed Donald Trump have nothing to say when the safety of children is on the line. And he addresses the cultural and spiritual confusion surrounding Nicki Minaj supporting Trump while claiming Christian alignment.This conversation matters to every parent, leader and believer who cares about the next generation. Share this episode with someone raising a child right now.#JamalBryantPodcast #ProtectOurChildren #EpsteinList #NickiMinaj #DonaldTrump #BlackCommunity #FaithAndJustice #OwnershipForKids #ChurchAccountability #Christmas2025 #WealthBuildingForChildrenThe Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let's Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener. New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.orgJoin our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/joinFollow or Subscribe on our socials ~https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod
The rush of the Christmas season often temps us to forget its true meaning. In this episode, learn three specific areas of focus to pray to keep Christ first this Christmas. Also, take time to pray with Christina at the end of this episode to ask God for the joy, love, and hope this season brings. Resources Mentioned in This Podcast:Download Christina's Free 5 Day Prayer Guide to help you put into practice the powerful habit of prayer: https://www.subscribepage.com/prayerguideConnect with Christina Paterson: https://www.belovedwomen.orgJoin the “He Shall Be Called” Bible study series here: https://www.belovedwomen.tv/he-shall-be-called Study the Bible with Christina and Beloved Women by downloading the Beloved Women app: https://www.belovedwomen.org/joinScriptures in the Podcast are from ESV.Episode Image Credit: Getty/ ChrisGorgio Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
In this warm and intimate Thanksgiving episode, Dr. Jamal Bryant sits down with his wife, Dr. Karri Bryant, for a candid conversation on gratitude, marriage, and the meaning of “richness” during the holidays.From childhood Thanksgivings in his grandmother's tiny Yonkers apartment to the deep peace they've found in their second year of marriage, the Bryants open up about love, loss, and the small moments that make life full.A story of family, faith, and giving thanks for what truly matters.#JamalBryantPodcast #LetsBeClearPodcast #Thanksgiving #BlackLove #Faith #Marriage #GratitudeThe Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let's Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener. New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.orgJoin our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/joinFollow or Subscribe on our socials ~https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod
I'm perplexed - and so unbelievably grateful. On today's episode of The Be Ruthless Show, I discuss the power of prayer - because somehow, Dallas's tumor disappeared. The oncologist is equally perplexed. We'll be discussing all of these healing modalities at Griefhab's 3rd annual Healing Together Through the Holidays. And the pre event begins today. If you haven't registered - this should make you consider. The power of prayer. Affirmations. Community. Connection. Thank you all ❤️ Register today for Healing Together Through the Holidays here:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1948742173299?aff=oddtdtcreatorYou can reach out anytime:sam@griefhab.orgJoin the Griefhab Family:https://www.facebook.com/groups/griefhab7Join Team Ruthless - for multiple support groups every week and EVERY holiday! Including Thanksgiving!https://forms.gle/Zw639P7htwg2qFDH6Become a Faces of Grief: Surviving Pet Loss Author:sam@griefhab.orgPreorder Griefhab's 2026 Awareness Calendar :https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/griefhabs-shop
During infertility, we can often blame ourselves for everything. This episode is about what that feels like, and WHY we do that!Blame shows up when we're desperately trying to make sense of the senseless. It can feel protective, even logical, but it slowly chips away at our sense of worth and hope. In this episode, we explore how blame sneaks into our thinking, what it does to our bodies and relationships, and how we can gently move toward compassion instead of self-criticism.Jesse and Doug dive into the topic of blame. Blame is part of a larger story about control, vulnerability, and the longing for answers. Understanding it can transform how we see ourselves and how we move through infertility. Together we explore how blame forms, why it sticks, and what it means to slowly let go of it.Help Make This Podcast Happen!We invite you to join the Uniquely Committed and help make this podcast happen. Learn more at uniquelyknitted.org/uniquely-committedThis podcast is produced by Uniquely Knitted.Uniquely Knitted exists to transform the experience of infertility. Our mission is to heal the traumas of infertility, miscarriage, and loss, and to end the isolation that comes with struggling to conceive. We achieve this by providing innovative, evidence-based preventative mental health support to those fighting to grow their families.Discover more at uniquelyknitted.orgJoin the giving club for just $5 a month today! uniquelyknitted.org/uniquely-committedSupport the show
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