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Show Notes:In this deeply moving episode of The Human Experience, host Jennifer Peterkin sits down with Rebecca (Becky) Faye Smith Galli in her Maryland home for a powerful conversation about loss, resilience, faith, and the courage to keep moving forward. Becky shares her life journey marked by profound hardship, including the death of her teenage brother, raising children with special needs, divorce, and sudden paralysis from transverse myelitis—a rare spinal cord inflammation that left her wheelchair-bound just days after her marriage ended. Through it all, Becky reflects on grief, uncertainty, and the strength she found through faith, family, community, and storytelling. She also discusses founding Pathfinders for Autism, navigating evolving autism awareness, and how writing became both a lifeline and a calling—allowing her to connect with others and offer hope through shared experience. Becky’s story is a testament to compassion, perseverance, and the belief that life can still be good—no matter what. ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of death, chronic illness, disability, and grief. Listener discretion is advised. Key Takeaways:● Personal experiences of profound loss and lifelong grief.● The impact of a sibling’s death on family dynamics and identity.● How different family members grieve in different ways.● The challenges and rewards of raising children with special needs.● Coping strategies for repeated adversity and unanswered questions.● The importance of community, support systems, and shared understanding.● The evolution of autism awareness and access to resources.● Balancing personal health challenges with parenting and purpose.● The role of faith, optimism, and mindset in resilience.● Storytelling as a powerful tool for healing, connection, and hope. Timestamps:00:00:00 — Podcast Introduction: Jennifer introduces the show and its mission.00:00:44 — Meet Becky: Background and life in Maryland.00:02:08 — The Loss of Forrest: Losing her brother at age 17.00:03:32 — Learning to Grieve: Family coping and lessons on grief.00:06:20 — Grief & Social Expectations: Pressure to “move on.”00:11:10 — Living with Uncertainty: Accepting unanswered questions.00:13:13 — College & Healing: Journaling and support systems.00:16:15 — Marriage & Motherhood: New joys and health challenges.00:17:31 — Raising Children with Special Needs: Epilepsy and autism.00:19:01 — Coping with Repeated Hardship: Finding purpose through writing.00:21:45 — Healing & Mindset: The non-linear journey of resilience.00:23:08 — First Encounters with Disability: Navigating medical systems.00:25:00 — Discovering Autism: A lack of resources sparks action.00:27:23 — Founding Pathfinders for Autism: Building community support.00:29:03 — Isolation & Community: The need for connection.00:30:36 — Autism Awareness: How times have changed.00:31:45 — Managing Fear: Living one day at a time.00:34:20 — Faith & Family: Foundations of strength.00:35:34 — Marriage, Divorce & Co-Parenting.00:37:59 — Sudden Paralysis: Transverse myelitis diagnosis.00:39:58 — Life in a Wheelchair: Adapting to a new reality.00:44:44 — Parenting Through Disability.00:45:43 — Writing as Healing: From columns to books.00:48:29 — Children’s Resilience & Adaptation.00:49:29 — Looking Back: Adult children and continued connection. Rebecca (Becky) Faye Smith Galli’s Bio: Rebecca (Becky) Faye Smith Galli is an author and columnist who writes about love, loss, resilience, and healing. After surviving a series of life-altering losses—including the death of her 17-year-old brother, her son’s degenerative illness and death, her daughter’s autism diagnosis, divorce, and paralysis from transverse myelitis—Becky discovered an unexpected but prolific writing career. In 2000, The Baltimore Sun published her first column about playing soccer with her son—from the wheelchair that inspired her long-running column, From Where I Sit. Her website now houses over 400 published columns. Becky is the author of Rethinking Possible: A Memoir of Resilience (2017) and Morning Fuel: Daily Inspirations to Stretch Your Mind Before Starting Your Day (2024). She continues to publish Thoughtful Thursdays—Lessons from a Resilient Heart, sharing insights that help others stay grounded in hope. A Morehead-Cain Scholar at UNC Chapel Hill, Becky previously worked at IBM, where she received the Golden Circle Award for marketing excellence. She lives in Lutherville, Maryland, outside of Baltimore. Her guiding belief: “Life can be good—no matter what.” Connect with Becky Galli:
A Weaver's Journey of Art, Advocacy, and Belonging — from WEAVE: The Social Fabric Project In this edition of our special Weavers series, we sit down with Nikki Harris—fiber artist, mother, advocate, and community connector from Baltimore, Maryland. Through art and action, Nikki embodies what it means to weave the social fabric. She shares her journey from self-taught fiber artist to founding HGE Designs, and from 911 dispatcher to autism advocate with Pathfinders for Autism. This conversation delves into what it truly means to create space—for healing, for connection, and for community. Nikki opens up about raising her son Roman, navigating systems as a caregiver, and the spiritual resilience it takes to serve while healing herself. Calls to Action ✅ TELL A FRIEND ABOUT TP&R!!! Help spread the message of meaningful conversation. ✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform. ✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you listen ✅ Join the community on Substack: coreysnathan.substack.com ✅ Watch & subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion Timestamps & Highlights [00:01:00] –
Some AI projects in your organization feel weirdly easy. Others feel impossible. In this solo workshop-style episode, host Susan Diaz introduces the Four AI Cliff Archetypes - Divers, Pathfinders, Operators, and Bridge Builders - and shows how understanding your mix of people (not just your tools) explains most of your AI momentum or lack thereof. Episode summary Susan opens with a familiar problem: in the same organization, some AI projects glide and others grind to a halt. The difference, she argues, isn't the tech - it's how different types of people respond when they hit a "cliff" moment, where the familiar path disappears and AI represents a big, unknown drop. Drawing on personality and operating-style frameworks like Kolbe for inspiration, she introduces the Four AI Cliff Archetypes: Divers - jump first, learn in motion, create raw experiments and speed. Pathfinders - map risk and opportunity, research, and ask the hard questions. Operators - take a plan and run it, turning ideas into executed workflows. Bridge Builders - turn chaotic experiments into systems, documentation, and "this is how we do it here" Listeners are invited to score themselves 0-10 on each type as Susan walks through how each archetype behaves at the cliff, what sentences give them away, and how they help or hurt AI adoption if unmanaged. She then moves from personal reflection to organizational design: how to sequence work so each type shines in the right place - especially across the AI flywheel of audit, training, personalised tools, and ROI. She closes with a "cliff to bridge" sequence - Divers jump, Pathfinders map, Operators ship, Bridge Builders scale - and a practical homework exercise for mapping real people on your leadership team to each archetype so you can stop fighting human behaviour and start designing with it. Key takeaways The friction isn't just tools, it's temperament. AI feels like a cliff: the path ends, the map is unclear, the bottom is invisible. People respond to that uncertainty in patterned ways - and those patterns shape your AI projects. The Four AI Cliff Archetypes: Divers - "Let's just try it." Early experimenters who move fast, download tools before memos, and learn by motion. They create velocity and risk (shadow AI, lack of documentation, burnout). Pathfinders - "Hold on, what does this do?" Risk scanners who research, ask for evidence, and think about policy and edge cases. They prevent disasters but can get stuck in analysis. Operators - "Tell me the plan and I'll run it." Execution machines who thrive on clear outcomes, ownership, timelines, and metrics. They build powerful machines… which can be pointed at the wrong target if leadership is vague. Bridge Builders - "No one should have to jump this every time." System designers who create repeatable workflows, playbooks, and training so experiments become infrastructure. They can over-engineer too early if they don't have real-world data. No one type is "best" - you need a mix. A team full of Divers = chaos. Pathfinders-only = analysis paralysis. Operators-only = beautifully executed wrong things. Bridge Builder-only = process with no proof. Balance beats dominance. Sequence the humans, not just the tasks. Susan offers a simple sequence for AI initiatives: Divers jump - generate raw experiments and discover real use cases. Pathfinders map - assess risk, compliance, and opportunity. Operators ship - turn what works into pilots and deployed workflows. Bridge Builders scale - standardize, document, and build bridges so others can cross safely. Map archetypes onto your AI flywheel. In audit, Pathfinders and Bridge Builders lead with Divers exposing shadow systems. In training, Bridge Builders and Operators lead while Divers provide examples. For personalized tools and ROI tracking, all four types play different roles - from prototyping to governance to metrics. Design for behaviour, don't fight it. You can't force Divers to become Pathfinders or Operators to become Bridge Builders. You can design projects, governance, and sequencing so each type does the work they're naturally wired for - reducing friction and accelerating adoption. Episode highlights [00:02] Why some AI projects feel easy in your org—and others feel impossible. [00:26] "It's not the tools. It's the people." Setting up the archetype model. [01:16] The cliff metaphor: the path ends, the map is unclear, and AI = the drop. [01:57] Inspiration from Kolbe and operating modes for creating these archetypes. [03:11] Introducing the four types: Divers, Pathfinders, Operators, Bridge Builders. [04:14] How to play along: scoring yourself 0–10 on each archetype. [04:53] Deep dive on Divers: language, strengths, and how they accidentally create shadow AI. [06:41] The "sandbox plus guardrails" playbook for managing Divers (including burnout protection). [08:02] Pathfinders: risk scanning, research, and how to avoid permanent evaluation mode. [09:37] Two-week sprints and one-page memos as tools to keep Pathfinders moving. [11:02] Operators: "tell me the plan and I'll run it," and why goals matter more than tools. [13:04] Translating AI into workflows and metrics Operators can own. [14:22] Bridge Builders: turning chaos into infrastructure and culture ("this is how we do it here"). [15:40] Pairing Divers + Bridge Builders, and Pathfinders + Bridge Builders, to avoid over-engineering. [17:27] Why a team full of any single archetype breaks your AI efforts in predictable ways. [18:35] Mapping each archetype onto the AI flywheel: audit, training, tools, ROI. [21:28] Applying the model to your leadership team: spotting overloads and missing roles. [22:37] The "cliff to bridge" sequence: Divers jump, Pathfinders map, Operators ship, Bridge Builders scale. [23:38] Homework: map one current AI initiative against the four archetypes and adjust who does what. Use this episode as a mini workshop for your next AI initiative: Score yourself across Diver, Pathfinder, Operator, Bridge Builder. Pick one real AI project and write actual names next to each type on your team. Ask: "Where are we overloaded, where are we missing a type, and how can we re-sequence the work so each archetype shines at the right moment?" That's how you stop treating AI like a terrifying cliff - and start treating it like a crossing your whole team actually knows how to make. Connect with Susan Diaz on LinkedIn to get a conversation started. Agile teams move fast. Grab our 10 AI Deep Research Prompts to see how proven frameworks can unlock clarity in hours, not months. Find the prompt pack here.
A Weaver's Journey of Art, Advocacy, and Belonging — from WEAVE: The Social Fabric Project In this edition of our special Weavers series, we sit down with Nikki Harris—fiber artist, mother, advocate, and community connector from Baltimore, Maryland. Through art and action, Nikki embodies what it means to weave the social fabric. She shares her journey from self-taught fiber artist to founding HGE Designs, and from 911 dispatcher to autism advocate with Pathfinders for Autism. This conversation delves into what it truly means to create space—for healing, for connection, and for community. Nikki opens up about raising her son Roman, navigating systems as a caregiver, and the spiritual resilience it takes to serve while healing herself. Calls to Action ✅ TELL A FRIEND ABOUT TP&R!!! Help spread the message of meaningful conversation. ✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform. ✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you listen ✅ Join the community on Substack: coreysnathan.substack.com ✅ Watch & subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion Timestamps & Highlights [00:01:00] –
Fighting against the scholars, our Pathfinders struggle to escape the castle! This small battle is finally coming to an end, though more surprises will be waiting.Like what you hear? Don't forget to follow us online!FacebookInstagramTwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear from you! Leave a review or share us on your favourite podcasting site, and check out our social links for exclusive content!
You may have heard host Susan Diaz say she "swan dove backwards off the cliff into AI". In this episode, she unpacks what that actually means, how it became the working title of her book, and the concrete frameworks leaders can use to move boldly into AI without being reckless. This is a personal, behind-the-scenes episode. Susan shares how she went from not being in the famous first 6 million users of ChatGPT… to becoming the person who showed up a week later and refused to leave. She explains why generative AI felt different from every underwhelming AI-ish tool she'd used before. Then she introduces two big ideas that will run through the book and the podcast series: The four cliff archetypes of AI in organizations. The five moves of a swan dive that turn bold experimentation into lasting infrastructure. It's part origin story, part field guide, and part invitation to join the Early Divers instead of waiting for the bridge to magically appear. Key takeaways Generative AI was a pattern-breaker. What hooked Susan wasn't hype. It was the combo of: credible output, ability to handle large volumes of messy information, and being free to use. That trifecta changed the game for everyday operators. "Swan dive backwards" is not recklessness. It's a personality pattern. Quick starts jump with a scan for rocks and a plan to tuck their elbows. The instinct is to move, not freeze, when the path ends. Every organization has four cliff archetypes of AI: Divers - the early experimenters pressing all the buttons. Pathfinders - the risk-mappers and governance folks asking "how do we do this safely?" Operators - the people who turn experiments into actual workflows and pilots. Bridge builders - the systems people who turn one-time wins into playbooks, platforms, and training. You are rarely just one archetype. You're more like a sound mix across all four. That mix determines how you respond when AI shows up as a cliff, not a gentle slope. The five moves of a swan dive give you a pattern: Spot the cliff - recognize this is a step-change, not another incremental tool. Check the water - test, set guardrails, understand risks and boundaries. The dive - move out of analysis into real use on real work. Surface with a map - name patterns, document what's working, share stories. Build the bridge - turn what you learned into infrastructure so others don't have to jump cold. AI is too big to leave to one personality type. Divers alone will splatter. Pathfinders alone will stall. Operators without bridge builders will create one-off wins that never stick. You need all four. This book and series are a public swan dive. Backwards! The 30-episode challenge, the naming of Swan Dive Backwards, and the frameworks are all being built where others can see and eventually walk the bridge. Episode highlights [00:00] "I swan dive backwards off the cliff into AI" - why that line sticks and what it actually means. [01:19] Naming the book Swan Dive Backwards and the meta moment for future readers. [01:47] Why Susan was not in the first 6 million ChatGPT users, and why early AI tools had underwhelmed her. [03:03] The three markers that made generative AI different: credible output, large-volume handling, and being free. [05:27] "Late to the party, then refused to leave" – how personality type shaped her AI journey. [06:28] The cliff analogy: divers, plotters, doers, bridge builders. [09:33] Why Susan is a classic "diver" and how that shows up in entrepreneurship. [12:08] The LinkedIn comment from Alison Garwood-Jones that locked in the book title. [14:53] The four cliff archetypes of AI inside companies, in explicit AI terms. [18:38] Move 1: spotting the cliff – realising AI is a calculator/PC-level shift, not a passing tool. [19:44] Move 2: checking the water – personal tests, failures, and organisational governance. [20:45] Move 3: the swan dive – moving from theory to workflow-level experiments. [21:50] Move 4: surfacing with a map – turning experiences into language, frameworks, audits. [23:03] Move 5: building the bridge – connecting experiments into ongoing systems and training. [23:31] Why the real courage is building so others never have to jump cold again. This episode is both an origin story and a mirror. Ask yourself and your team Which cliff archetype do you lead with: Diver, Pathfinder, Operator, or Bridge Builder? Where are you on the five moves of the swan dive: staring at the cliff… or quietly building the bridge? Share this episode with the biggest "diver" you know and the most trusted "pathfinder" in your organization. They're going to need each other. Connect with Susan Diaz on LinkedIn to get a conversation started. Agile teams move fast. Grab our 10 AI Deep Research Prompts to see how proven frameworks can unlock clarity in hours, not months. Find the prompt pack here.
Our adventure in the Electric Castle has gone awry, and the fight against the scholars continues. Completely unexpected, our unprepared and unrested Pathfinders now battle against those they were sent to rescue.Like what you hear? Don't forget to follow us online!FacebookInstagramTwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear from you! Leave a review or share us on your favourite podcasting site, and check out our social links for exclusive content!
Navigating their way to Aslynn's vault, our Pathfinders are met with a grim discovery - the body of their friend and companion Tragic was locked away - though his soul is elsewhere. With almost all the scholars collected, our heroes will soon be ready to leave the Electric Castle for good, but not before trouble finds them first...Like what you hear? Don't forget to follow us online!FacebookInstagramTwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear from you! Leave a review or share us on your favourite podcasting site, and check out our social links for exclusive content!
Finally ending the battle, our Pathfinders have now located three of the missing scholars. Beginning their journey further into the castle, they must find not only the fourth scholar, but also their way out - though it's never that easy, is it?Like what you hear? Don't forget to follow us online!FacebookInstagramTwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear from you! Leave a review or share us on your favourite podcasting site, and check out our social links for exclusive content!
This week on Pioneers and Pathfinders, we're joined by Wendy Jephson, CEO and co-founder of Let's Think. The company operates in a space they call “behavioral science AI,” which is intended to transform workplace productivity in the legal profession. Wendy brings a rare dual qualification as both a commercial lawyer and a business psychologist, with deep expertise across health care and financial services. Previously, she served as head of Research & Ideation for Market Technology at Nasdaq, where she introduced scientific research methodologies to enhance innovation and development processes. A recognized thought leader, Wendy speaks globally on topics such as AI, surveillance, cognitive engineering, organizational resilience, and the intersection of conduct and culture with technology design. In our conversation, Wendy shares insights into the behavioral science behind legal professionals, the founding story and mission of Let's Think, and her vision for the future of lawyer training and workplace transformation. Read the full transcript of today's episode here: https://www.seyfarth.com/dir_docs/podcast_transcripts/Pioneers_WendyJephson.pdf
Still caught in a battle, our Pathfinders are trying to gain the upper hand - though with Zache unconscious and our heroes already heavily wounded, it's not looking well...Like what you hear? Don't forget to follow us online!FacebookInstagramTwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear from you! Leave a review or share us on your favourite podcasting site, and check out our social links for exclusive content!
In this powerful message, two incredible Boise leaders challenge and guide us on leaving a lasting legacy by knowing where to begin and how to see ourselves in order to raise other leaders around us.
Two recent Pathfinders Apprenticeship graduates share about the call of God on their lives and how the Apprenticeship helped unlock their full potential. Their testimonies will encourage you to serve God wholeheartedly, and see Him provide in abundance for taking territory and building the kingdom of God!
Send us a textToday on The Bulletproof Entrepreneur, I'm joined by Brian Hill — ex-soldier, endurance athlete, entrepreneur, and the founder of a business called Pathfinders.Brian's also just published a fantastic new book called Everyone Exits, which is a step-by-step blueprint for business owners who are scaling towards a successful sale. I read it before we recorded this conversation and I took a lot from It - and I strongly recommend you put it on your own reading list!During our conversation, we unpack how smart founders scale using Brian's eliminate, automate, delegate rule — and why true delegation, not heroics, creates profit and freedom.Brian also exposes the biggest mistakes owners make when selling - from buy-side brokers and exclusivity traps - to why you must create competitive tension to protect your price and business valuation.And finally, he shares his Exit-Ready Stay-Ready framework that every business owner should start building right now - with clean data, profitable clients, and reduced risk - because, as his book says, Everyone Exits.If a business sale's even remotely on your horizon, this episode could change your outcome. Let's dive in.Ladies and gentlemen, I give you Mr Brian Hill.Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-hill-pathfinders/PathFindersEVERYONE EXITS: You're either bought out, pushed out, or wheeled out : MSc MCSI, Brian HillThe Next Conversation: Argue Less, Talk More. The Sunday Times bestseller, as heard on the Diary of a CEO podcastThis podcast is produced by GR Media Sponsored by Capital Asset Management
Many MBA applicants see business school as a chance to pivot—to shift industries, roles, or even entire careers. But how realistic is your pivot story, and how can you make it resonate with admissions committees and recruiters? In this episode of Inside the GMAT, GMAC Zach is joined by Pamela Jaffe and Laura Nelson, founders of MBA Pathfinders, who have over 30 years of combined experience guiding applicants through successful career transitions. Together, they break down the realities of the modern job market, why the MBA remains a powerful bridge for change, and how to craft an application that's authentic, credible, and ready for the career you want. If you're planning to use business school as a launchpad for change, this conversation will help you map your bridge from where you are to where you want to be. About MBA Pathfinders: https://www.mbapathfinders.com Pamela Jaffe has helped hundreds of applicants achieve entry into the top U.S. and European business schools. Pamela began her MBA consulting career in 2010 as a part-time consultant at mbaMission while concurrently working full-time as an internal strategist for companies including IBM, MetLife, Weight Watchers, Pfizer, and Dow Jones. She found her passion as a coach and an advisor; in 2019, she left corporate America to launch The Jaffe Advantage. Pamela leverages her MBA admissions consulting experience with her global business knowledge to advise her clients in the pursuit of their ideal MBA educational experience. She has lived and worked in both Paris and Singapore, focusing on the Asian, Middle Eastern and European markets. Pamela currently resides in New York City, but continues to travel extensively for work and fun. She holds a BA from Smith College and an MBA from Columbia Business School. Laura Nelson has served as a Senior Consultant with mbaMission, Stacy Blackman Consulting, and as the founder of LE Nelson Consulting to help hundreds of candidates earn admissions to top MBA programs. Laura's industry experience includes entertainment, media & publishing, and tech, with established companies and startup organizations. Most recently, she served as VP of Marketing with a SaaS startup. Laura's non-traditional career path and MBA admissions consulting experience enables her to help clients from less traditional backgrounds gain credibility with top programs, while helping those with traditional career paths stand out. Laura lived and worked in California for a decade prior to relocating to Colorado. She holds a BFA from Carnegie Mellon University and earned an MBA from University of Michigan's Ross School of Business. Takeaways: Many MBA applicants seek to pivot their careers through business school. The MBA application process is crucial for defining career goals. Common pivots include banking, consulting, tech, and entrepreneurship. Misconceptions exist about the ease of career changes with an MBA. Candidates must demonstrate realistic and evidence-based career goals. Networking and experiential learning are vital for successful pivots. The recruiting cycle is urgent; preparation should start early. Candidates should avoid vague or trendy goals in their applications. Building a compelling narrative is essential for admissions success. Researching and validating career goals can lead to more authentic applications. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Career Pivots and the MBA Journey 02:51 Common Career Pivots for MBA Applicants 05:44 The Power of an MBA for Career Changes 08:48 The MBA Application as a Career Exploration Tool 11:53 Evaluating Realistic Career Pivots 14:01 Navigating the MBA Recruiting Cycle 17:19 Advice for Uncertain Career Paths 19:28 Crafting a Compelling Career Pivot Story 20:14 Understanding the MBA as a Bridge 22:07 Connecting Past Experiences to Future Goals 23:11 Real-Life Career Pivot Examples 26:24 Common Mistakes in Career Pivots 28:19 Building Credibility in Applications 29:28 Strategies for Non-Traditional Candidates 31:30 Advice for MBA Candidates Considering a Pivot 32:22 Leveraging Advisors for Application Success
Thank you for joining us last week for a special Camp Meeting weekend with Dr. Michael Campbell, an Adventist historian, author, and professor who brings the past to life with fresh insights for today. His theme is: Discovering our Adventist Heritage with four unique messages: "Discovering Hope," "Discovering Belonging," "Discovering Jesus," and "Discovering Fundamentalism." More about our Speaker… Dr. Michael W. Campbell is the director of the North American Division Archives, Statistics, and Research. An ordained minister and historian, he has taught internationally, co-edited the Oxford Handbook of Seventh-day Adventism, and contributes regularly to Adventist podcasts. He enjoys bird watching, racquetball, and Pathfinders. He has worked on developing several Pathfinder honors, including snowshoeing, women in Adventist history, and is currently working on new honors about the Great Controversy and the history of the Sabbath. Books by our Guest Speaker: Discover the writings of Dr. Michael Campbell, offering fresh perspectives on Adventist history and faith. His books bring clarity to the church's past while inspiring a deeper understanding for today. You'll find titles like: We Stand on Their Shoulders, 1922: The Rise of Adventist Fundamentalism, and more at the Adventist Book Center. Browse the full collection here, and pick up your own copy: https://adventistbookcenter.com/michaelwcampbell Join us for live worship every Saturday at 9 am and 11:45 am in Grand Terrace. Our address is 22633 Barton Rd, Grand Terrace CA, 92313--Hope to see you soon! Connect with us: Instagram: @azurehills Facebook: Azure Hills Church Website: azurehills.org Podcasts: Spotify/Apple/PodBean @Azure Hills SDA Church Online Giving: If you would like to support Azure Hills Church and its ministries, visit Adventist Giving: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANP...
Thank you for joining us last week for a special Camp Meeting weekend with Dr. Michael Campbell, an Adventist historian, author, and professor who brings the past to life with fresh insights for today. His theme is: Discovering our Adventist Heritage with four unique messages: "Discovering Hope," "Discovering Belonging," "Discovering Jesus," and "Discovering Fundamentalism." More about our Speaker… Dr. Michael W. Campbell is the director of the North American Division Archives, Statistics, and Research. An ordained minister and historian, he has taught internationally, co-edited the Oxford Handbook of Seventh-day Adventism, and contributes regularly to Adventist podcasts. He enjoys bird watching, racquetball, and Pathfinders. He has worked on developing several Pathfinder honors, including snowshoeing, women in Adventist history, and is currently working on new honors about the Great Controversy and the history of the Sabbath. Books by our Guest Speaker: Discover the writings of Dr. Michael Campbell, offering fresh perspectives on Adventist history and faith. His books bring clarity to the church's past while inspiring a deeper understanding for today. You'll find titles like: We Stand on Their Shoulders, 1922: The Rise of Adventist Fundamentalism, and more at the Adventist Book Center. Browse the full collection here, and pick up your own copy: https://adventistbookcenter.com/michaelwcampbell Join us for live worship every Saturday at 9 am and 11:45 am in Grand Terrace. Our address is 22633 Barton Rd, Grand Terrace CA, 92313--Hope to see you soon! Connect with us: Instagram: @azurehills Facebook: Azure Hills Church Website: azurehills.org Podcasts: Spotify/Apple/PodBean @Azure Hills SDA Church Online Giving: If you would like to support Azure Hills Church and its ministries, visit Adventist Giving: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANP...
In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Rebecca Faye Smith Galli — columnist, resilience expert, advocate, and bestselling author — about what it truly means to live with resilience in the face of unimaginable loss and change.A mother of four (including two children with special needs) and a grandmother, Smith Galli's journey has been marked by profound challenges — from losing her brother at a young age, to raising children with epilepsy and autism, to becoming paralyzed just days after a divorce. Through it all, she's discovered practical wisdom and hope that continue to inspire parents and caregivers around the world.Together, the conversation unpacks the real meaning of resilience — how to face adversity with honesty, accept what cannot be changed, and still find ways to live fully and joyfully. Smith Galli shares her strategies for staying “possibility-driven,” teaching children about emotional awareness, and nurturing family connection amid uncertainty.Key themes:Defining resilience through lived experienceParenting children with special needsCoping with grief, loss, and unexpected changeFinding hope through journaling, mindfulness, and daily intentionModelling resilience and emotional honesty for kidsTakeaways: Hormonal changes during adolescence can significantly affect communication and discipline in young adults. Social media usage has created new avenues for bullying, impacting emotional and mental health among teens. Establishing independence is crucial for teens, but it's equally important to foster open communication with them. The integration of physical health and emotional well-being is vital for resilience in facing life's challenges. Understanding consent and relationships is essential for teaching teens about healthy interactions in a digital age. Parents should embrace the concept of resilience, encouraging their children to adapt and thrive despite life's adversities. Links referenced in this episode:whereparentstalk.comCompanies mentioned in this episode: Pathfinders for Autism This podcast is for parents, guardians, teachers and caregivers to learn proven strategies and trusted tips on raising kids, teens and young adults based on science, evidenced and lived experience.You'll learn the latest on topics like managing bullying, consent, fostering healthy relationships, and the interconnectedness of mental, emotional and physical health.
Thank you for joining us last week for a special Camp Meeting weekend with Dr. Michael Campbell, an Adventist historian, author, and professor who brings the past to life with fresh insights for today. His theme is: Discovering our Adventist Heritage with four unique messages: "Discovering Hope," "Discovering Belonging," "Discovering Jesus," and "Discovering Fundamentalism." More about our Speaker… Dr. Michael W. Campbell is the director of the North American Division Archives, Statistics, and Research. An ordained minister and historian, he has taught internationally, co-edited the Oxford Handbook of Seventh-day Adventism, and contributes regularly to Adventist podcasts. He enjoys bird watching, racquetball, and Pathfinders. He has worked on developing several Pathfinder honors, including snowshoeing, women in Adventist history, and is currently working on new honors about the Great Controversy and the history of the Sabbath. Books by our Guest Speaker: Discover the writings of Dr. Michael Campbell, offering fresh perspectives on Adventist history and faith. His books bring clarity to the church's past while inspiring a deeper understanding for today. You'll find titles like: We Stand on Their Shoulders, 1922: The Rise of Adventist Fundamentalism, and more at the Adventist Book Center. Browse the full collection here, and pick up your own copy: https://adventistbookcenter.com/michaelwcampbell Join us for live worship every Saturday at 9 am and 11:45 am in Grand Terrace. Our address is 22633 Barton Rd, Grand Terrace CA, 92313--Hope to see you soon! Connect with us: Instagram: @azurehills Facebook: Azure Hills Church Website: azurehills.org Podcasts: Spotify/Apple/PodBean @Azure Hills SDA Church Online Giving: If you would like to support Azure Hills Church and its ministries, visit Adventist Giving: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANP...
Thank you for joining us last week for a special Camp Meeting weekend with Dr. Michael Campbell, an Adventist historian, author, and professor who brings the past to life with fresh insights for today. His theme is: Discovering our Adventist Heritage with four unique messages: "Discovering Hope," "Discovering Belonging," "Discovering Jesus," and "Discovering Fundamentalism." More about our Speaker… Dr. Michael W. Campbell is the director of the North American Division Archives, Statistics, and Research. An ordained minister and historian, he has taught internationally, co-edited the Oxford Handbook of Seventh-day Adventism, and contributes regularly to Adventist podcasts. He enjoys bird watching, racquetball, and Pathfinders. He has worked on developing several Pathfinder honors, including snowshoeing, women in Adventist history, and is currently working on new honors about the Great Controversy and the history of the Sabbath. Books by our Guest Speaker: Discover the writings of Dr. Michael Campbell, offering fresh perspectives on Adventist history and faith. His books bring clarity to the church's past while inspiring a deeper understanding for today. You'll find titles like: We Stand on Their Shoulders, 1922: The Rise of Adventist Fundamentalism, and more at the Adventist Book Center. Browse the full collection here, and pick up your own copy: https://adventistbookcenter.com/michaelwcampbell Join us for live worship every Saturday at 9 am and 11:45 am in Grand Terrace. Our address is 22633 Barton Rd, Grand Terrace CA, 92313--Hope to see you soon! Connect with us: Instagram: @azurehills Facebook: Azure Hills Church Website: azurehills.org Podcasts: Spotify/Apple/PodBean @Azure Hills SDA Church Online Giving: If you would like to support Azure Hills Church and its ministries, visit Adventist Giving: https://adventistgiving.org/#/org/ANP...
This week, we're revisiting our conversation with Leah Molatseli, formerly of Contract Alchemists. Since her appearance on the podcast, Leah has taken on a new role as Country Liaison in South Africa for the legal tech company Saga, where she is still helping lawyers navigate technology, innovation, and more recently AI. In this wide-ranging episode, Leah shares her perspective on the South African legal community, her passion for writing, and the importance of purpose-driven work. It's a conversation full of inspiration and forward-thinking ideas. Thank you for listening. We will return next week with a new episode. This week, we welcome Leah Molatseli, founder of Contract Alchemists, a company with the goal of modernizing legal teams through legal operations, agile methodologies, and technology. Leah has over 10 years of experience in the legal field, and has a certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation from the University of Notre Dame. After practicing for a few years, she co-founded Lenoma Legal, a virtual legal tech startup aimed at helping small businesses in South Africa. Prior to starting Contract Alchemists, Leah was head of business development at Legal Interact, a legal tech company. She is also a speaker, a published author, and a council member at the University of the Free State. Additionally, she recently joined LexisNexis South Africa as an author and became a Voice and Brand Council Member at the Corporate Legal Operations Consortium (CLOC). In today's conversation, Leah discusses the legal community in South Africa, how she approaches her writing, the TV shows that inspired her to become an attorney, and how being purpose-driven shapes her decision-making. Read the full transcript of today's episode here: https://www.seyfarth.com/dir_docs/podcast_transcripts/Pioneers_LeahMolatseli.pdf
Not long after finding the third missing scholar, our Pathfinders are thrown into battle against three frighteningly ghoulish creatures!Like what you hear? Don't forget to follow us online!FacebookInstagramTwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear from you! Leave a review or share us on your favourite podcasting site, and check out our social links for exclusive content!
Using the power of Lumna's Key, our Pathfinders leave the world behind and venture towards the shadow plain - though they are quickly met by an unnerving familiar presence...Like what you hear? Don't forget to follow us online!FacebookInstagramTwitterIf you enjoyed this episode, we'd love to hear from you! Leave a review or share us on your favourite podcasting site, and check out our social links for exclusive content!
Today's episode is another one that I have been WAITING FOR SO LONG to bring you! Please welcome Jeff Lamb, creator of the Pathfinders original podcast series and cofounder of Pathfinders for Good, which is all about celebrating and supporting everyday heroes. This episode is uniquely done – I get to bring the wonderful framework that Jeff developed for the Pathfinders show, on him! The result is a wonderful synthesis that gets to the heart of who Jeff is, and why.You are going to love our conversation!I'm offering a workshop on transforming systems – what system would you change if you could? Register for this workshop to really do it!Starts on 30 September. Here's the link if you'd like to join! https://www.kaylockkolp.com/system/Wishing you well today, cheers!Kay* Subscribe to this newsletter so that it shows up in your inbox, instead of you having to go search for it :)Art Creativity & Wellbeing is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Kay Lock Kolp is a coach, podcast host, writer, and artist who helps people achieve wholeness and well-being. After experiencing a health crisis in 2011 that limited her mobility, Kay embarked on a transformative journey of self-discovery.Kay demonstrated her resilience by hiking England's Coast-to-Coast Path solo in 2023, an experience that embodies her philosophy of gentle, persistent self-actualization.She now coaches clients to envision bold futures while taking manageable steps toward their goals, with a special focus on supporting those who've put others first and are ready to see what happens when they bring the same care to themselves. Her approach blends vulnerability, compassion, and practical support to help clients create meaningful transformation in their lives and communities. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kaylockkolp.substack.com/subscribe
University of Wisconsin system faculty and staff unions go to a Board of Regents meeting to demand meet and confer and formal recognition, OPEIU Local 39 wins a union recognition vote at Pathfinders social services in Milwaukee, a four-day strike by Teamsters Local 320 at the University of Minnesota system ends in an agreement with the help of solidarity from IATSE, a UW School or Workers webinar series looks at the role of immigrant labor, a meeting of the Dane County Board of Supervisors is packed with AFSCME members protesting a sudden proposed rise in health care costs and the vote goes the workers; way, the Bureau of Labor Statistics has to revise employment statistics from earlier this year downward, and a federal judge ruled in a union-filed lawsuit says that the federal Office of Personnel Management broke the law when firing thousands of probationary employees.
DESCRIPTION Adrienne Tucker, Director of Parking and Transportation at Kansas State University, discusses Mobility Pathfinders. SPONSORS This episode is brought to you by Parking Today and the Parking Today Podcast Network. Learn more at parkingtoday.com/podcast. This episode is brought to you by Parker Technology, the customer experience solution of choice for the parking industry. Their solution puts a virtual ambassador in every lane, to help parking guests pay and get on their way in under a minute. Learn more at parkertechnology.com/parkingpodcast and subscribe to our podcast “Harder Than It Looks: Parking Uncovered.” This episode is brought to you by Nagels. Nagels provides the parking and transit industries with paper products whether that's PARCS tickets, thermal rolls, enforcement ticket rolls, receipt paper, valet products, signage and more. They're a world leader with over 4.5 billion ticketing products sold annually and are certified by all major PARCS system providers including Skidata, Scheidt & Bachmann, Amano, Designa, Flowbird and more. Whether you've got a garage or a lot, on-street or off-street, reach out to Kurtis at kurtis@nagels-na.com or call him at 519-994-2255 and mention The Parking Podcast to receive an exclusive offer we've lined up on new orders. This episode is brought to you by Scheidt & Bachman USA. Scheidt & Bachmann USA markets state-of-the-art Parking Solutions and Fare Collection Systems: the most innovative and advanced solutions in the US. Learn more at scheidt-bachmann-usa.com. This episode is brought to you by Breeze: Parking Concepts' digital platform that makes the parking experience a Breeze! For more than 50 years, PCI has been proactively managing parking & transportation operations with unparalleled integrity & service. Learn more at parkingconcepts.com. This episode is brought to you by Parkalytics. Parkalytics will take drone images of parking lots and/or on-street parking for a given time period and then upload those images into their parkalytics software. Within a matter of seconds, it will provide you parking counts, turnover studies, utilization studies, you name it. You can now wow your clients or supervisors by having a complete snapshot of the parking usage for a fraction of the price of a traditional parking study. Learn more at parkalytics.com. WEBSITES AND RESOURCES https://www.parkingcast.com/ https://parkingtoday.com/podcast/ www.parkertechnology.com/parkingpodcast kurtis@nagels-na.com scheidt-bachmann-usa.com parkingconcepts.com parkalytics.com MERCH Check out some of our awesome parking themed t-shirts and other merch at parkingcast.com/swag. MUSEUM Check out some of our artifacts from the world's first parking museum at parkingcast.com/museum.
With the school year just around the corner, we're going back to a great episode featuring Professor Nicole Morris of Emory Law. Nicole wears many hats. She's not only a professor, but also leads the TI:GER program, which brings together students from law, business, and engineering to turn ideas into real world innovations. Since we last spoke with her, she has become the Faculty Director of Emory's IP & Innovation Clinic, the only clinic in Georgia authorized by the US Patent and Trademark Office to allow law students to practice patent law. In our conversation, Nicole talks about how she found her way into legal education and why experiential learning is so essential for today's students. It's a must-listen as we gear up for the fall. Thank you very much. We're back after the holiday with a new episode. This week, we're joined by Nicole Morris, professor of practice at Emory University School of Law, director of the Innovation and Legal Tech Initiative, and director of the TI:GER program. Nicole has had a fascinating, multifaceted career journey. After working as a chemical engineer for several years, she decided to go to law school. She then became a patent attorney at large and midsize law firms, and later worked in-house. As a professor of practice at Emory, Nicole's focus includes patent law, patent litigation, IP licensing, and strategy. She is director of the school's program Technological Innovation: Generating Economic Results (TI:GER). TI:GER is an innovative program that brings together graduate students in law, business, science, and engineering to work on ways to take innovative ideas from the lab to the marketplace. In our discussion, Nicole talks about her journey from chemical engineering to law, the various elements of TI:GER, and the importance of human skills in the legal profession. Read a transcript of this episode here: https://www.seyfarth.com/dir_docs/podcast_transcripts/BestofPioneers_NicoleMorris.pdf
As summer winds down, we're taking a moment to revisit one of our favorite conversations—this one with Denise Robinson, founding principal of The Still Center. Denise is a belonging & well-being consultant who helps lawyers and legal organizations cultivate personal resilience, build deeper connections, and create more inclusive workplaces. In this thoughtful and inspiring episode, Denise shares highlights from her unique career path and offers practical insights on how the legal profession can better support holistic well-being. We thought it was a timely reminder of the importance of taking care of ourselves and each other. This week, we're joined by Denise Robinson, founding principal and belonging & well-being consultant at The Still Center, a consultancy that facilitates personal well-being, interpersonal connection, and organizational inclusion through mindfulness-based diversity and inclusion methods. Denise started her career as an employment litigator, focusing on discrimination claims and other employment disputes. She later changed career paths and became a global diversity and inclusion professional—serving as a law school and college admissions officer for Georgetown University, director of diversity and inclusion at O'Melveny & Myers LLP, and diversity officer at the International Monetary Fund. In her current role at The Still Center, Denise teaches contemplative practice techniques to lawyers and other professionals to promote self-awareness and authenticity, interrupt bias, and advance cultural humility. In our conversation, Denise speaks with us about how studying philosophy led her toward a legal career, what she learned as an L&E lawyer, the connection between DEI and well-being, and the challenges of managing global diversity initiatives. Read the full transcript of the episode here: https://www.seyfarth.com/dir_docs/podcast_transcripts/Pioneers_Bestof_DeniseRobinson.pdf
Workers at Festival Foods in Madison speak to Labor Radio after their landslide vote to unionize and join UFCW Local 1473, Pathfinders in Milwaukee joins OPEIU Local 39, some states are passing labor protections as they are withdrawn on the federal level, the NewsGuild and the NWU jointly condemn the Israeli assassination of journalists Anas al-Sharif and his colleagues and call for solidarity with the Palestinian people, AFGE Local 1732 President William Townsend speaks on the attacks on federal workers from the Trump administration, ex-Packer and first NFL Players Association president Billy Howton dies, and Madison holds a fundraiser for UAW Local 95 on strike in Janesville.
Paul Cornell (Doctor Who, Elementary) and Lizbeth Myles (Big Finish, Verity!), discuss the Science Fiction and Fantasy television made in the UK every year from 1953 to the present day. In this episode, we discuss the first episodes of both Pathfinders in Space and Pathfinders to Mars (1960).
Hey Pathfinders! Ever feel torn between your many passions and interests? In this episode, I dive deep into multi-passionate people's challenges, from the guilt of not focusing on just one thing to the exhaustion of managing multiple creative identities. I'll share my journey of integrating various parts of myself—including my love for digital art, Twitch streaming, and podcast managing—into a coherent, fulfilling life. Learn how to honor all parts of who you are without burning out. Remember, integrating your passions is the key to a balanced life. Tune in and let's figure this out together!
Speak Life - Aubrey ToupEvery day we use words to communicate. Information is passed, processed, and refined, only to be passed on again. But, what does ‘what we say' actually say about us, about Christians, and our walk with God? Are we taking the time to speak life into those in our care and in our world, or faced with the regret and the pain of words we can't take back? Let us know your thoughts by reaching out and joining the conversation with your questions and comments using the information below:Text/Voicemail: 407-965-1607Email: podcast@wholelife.church#ThisIsWholeLife
Following Tony Evers photo op at a besieged free clinic in Eau Claire, we discuss the serious structural problems with our current healthcare delivery system. While hospital monopolies siphon off billions in profits, we pay some of the highest costs in the nation, and yet hospitals across the state are either closing or cutting vital services such as emergency care and birthing units, especially in rural areas and urban neighborhoods. The hospital monopolies are non profits in name only and are acting like highly regulated for-profit industries like Wall Street banks and fossil fuel utilities. It is long overdue for the hospital industry to lose its special protections and be regulated in the public interest A new report finds Wisconsin is struggling to keep teachers who are leaving the state or profession. We make the direct connection to lack of state funding for more than a generation. It's why we need candidates in 2026 who will fight for this funding and raise the revenue needed to meet our most pressing priorities. We discuss contrasting town halls last week by Republican Congress members Brian Stiel and Tom Tiffany. While Stiel had the guts to stand in front of his constituents, unlike Tiffany and the infamous Derrick Van Ordin, the reaction of his constituents shows the growing public anger over Trump's massive cuts to Medicaid and Food Shares. Meanwhile, Wisconsin legislators express phony outrage over Canadian forest fires and file faux complaints with an international body that requires cooperation not dictates from one country. If they really gave a darn about wild fires they would help address the cause of worsening global warming, the massive over burning of fossil fuels that could be replaced by clean renewable energy and energy efficiency measures. We close with a briefing on some state labor movement news, including the ongoing strike by healthcare workers at Janesville's MercyHealth East, workers at Pathfinders in Milwaukee announce organizing drive seeking employer recognition, and Wisconsin video game workers who were first to unionize at a major U.S. studio, now have their first contract.
“ I followed what's in my heart and I'm moving forward to fill this gap and this need for the workplace of the future.” - Pete Schramm Host Laurie Barkman interviews Pete Schramm, Founder and CEO of Lattitude. A serial entrepreneur, award-winning speaker, and bestselling author of Pathfinders, Pete is on a mission to foster meaningful, sustainable relationships in the workplace. As the founder of Lattitude, he's cultivating leadership and engagement through career mapping and mentorship software. The episode touches on challenges in the workplace, especially with hybrid and remote work environments. Pete also highlights the necessity of marketing, sales, and having a clear game plan in business while sharing his passion for connecting people and giving back through various nonprofits. Takeaways: Focus on having a wonderful team around you to create enterprise value. Communication and intentional belonging are key to keeping the team aligned and motivated. Clearly and effectively communicate your game plan, start small with changes, but don't stop. Build trust and transparency with your team while managing change. Consider building a personal board of advisors to guide and support your entrepreneurial journey. Seek mentors who can provide diverse perspectives and insights. Regularly measure and understand the engagement, connection, and well-being of your team. Use tools like engagement surveys and share the results and planned actions. This Show Is Sponsored by The Business Transition Sherpa® 100 percent of owners will leave their business one day. But few are prepared. Are you? Get your copy of the Amazon best-selling book by nationally recognized expert, Laurie Barkman that reveals how to build business value and plan for succession, transition, or selling the business on your terms....what every entrepreneur needs to know. ✨
Hey Pathfinders — in this episode, I'm talking about what it really means to feel “behind” in adulthood. Spoiler: you're not behind — you're just navigating a system that wasn't built with you in mind.I'll walk you through how I started unlearning the rules I was raised with — the pressure to hit every milestone to look successful on the outside, to “perform adulthood” — and how I started reclaiming joy, softness, and authenticity instead.This one's for anyone who's ever felt like they're doing it all wrong… when maybe the real problem is the script we were given.✨ You'll hear about:Letting go of timelines that don't fit your lifeThe pressure of advice that doesn't match your realityBuilding adulting rhythms based on energy, not appearancesThe freedom that comes from doing it your way⏱️ Episode Timestamps:00:00 – The Myth of Adulting01:28 – Challenging Traditional Timelines02:56 – Finding My Own Path04:48 – Reframing Success and Happiness05:53 – Navigating Advice and Expectations09:04 – Embracing Authenticity12:49 – Living Life on My Terms
In 1795 the Admiralty established the Royal Navy's Hydrography office, which became the world leader in charting the waters of the globe, as ships of the line sailed the oceans, pursuing their traditional enemy, the French. Treacherous waters were navigated with a skill that is quite breathtaking, and laid the groundwork, along with Trafalgar, for a century of domination of the waves. Joining today is historian and Royal Navy veteran Michael Barritt, author of Nelson's Pathfinders, himself a hydrographer, as he explains the growth of the discipline, and how it was used to help the great admirals of the navy including Collingwood and Nelson. Episode Links Nelson's Pathfinders: A Forgotten Story in the Triumph of British Sea Power Michael Barritt on The Battle of Trafalgar Aspects of History Links Latest Issue out - Annual Subscription to Aspects of History Magazine only $9.99/£9.99 Ollie on X Aspects of History on Instagram Get in touch: history@aspectsofhistory.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On this powerful panel, Ps. Tessa interviews three Pathfinders leaders about the power of being a true pathfinder. We weren't made to be mediocre, we were made to be excellent in every sphere of our lives.
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On this powerful panel, Ps. Tessa interviews three Pathfinders leaders about the power of being a true pathfinder. We weren't made to be mediocre, we were made to be excellent in every sphere of our lives.
This week, we're revisiting one of our most compelling conversations—with Damien Riehl, a technology lawyer, coder, and thought leader at the intersection of law and innovation. At the time of our conversation, Damien was vice president and Solutions Champion at vLex. vLex recently made headlines with its acquisition by Clio, which is a move that signals a new chapter in the evolution of legal technology. So, we thought now is an apt time to replay this conversation with Damien. His career has spanned roles at Thomson, Reuters, Fastcase, and the SALI Alliance. Our discussion touched on a wide range of topics: his early experience as a tech attorney, the complexities of confidentiality and legal AI, music copyright, and the enduring value of a liberal arts education. We hope you enjoy this encore episode as much as we did. Our guest today is Damien Riehl, vice president and Solutions Champion at vLex, a platform using artificial intelligence solutions to streamline workflows and provide lawyers with greater access to knowledge and resources. Damien was a tech attorney for more than 10 years when he made the leap to Thomson Reuters as Senior Product Strategist, where he developed innovative legal technology involving artificial intelligence, machine learning, and natural language processing. Inspired by Ed Walters' efforts to democratize the law, Damien later joined Fastcase, where he served various roles building out legal tools and systems. In his current position at vLex, Damien helps lead the design, development, and expansion of products. Additionally, Damien is part of the leadership team at the Standards Advancement for the Legal Industry (SALI) Alliance. He is also co-founder of All the Music LLC, a project that involved copyrighting 471 billion melodies and placing them in the public domain. In 2019, Damien delivered a TED Talk in which he describes this process and offers a new way to handle copyright infringement lawsuits in music. In today's conversation, Damien discusses vLex's newest product—Vincent AI, his decision to leave practice and join Thomson Reuters, the genesis of All the Music, and the future of teaching legal research. Read the full transcript of the episode here: https://www.seyfarth.com/dir_docs/podcast_transcripts/Pioneers_Bestof_DamienRiehl.pdf
SaltPOD 0006, Summer 2025 Release date: June 30, 2025 Welcome gamers! If you are a board gamer, a social gamer, or someone who loves RPGs, SaltCON is a place for you. Welcome back to SaltPOD, your dedicated deep dive into the vibrant world of SaltCon and the incredible community that makes it tick! If you're new here, SaltPOD is your backstage pass, your insider scoop, your direct line to all things SaltCON. SaltCON – the biggest and best tabletop gaming convention in the Mountain West! We're here to explore the amazing games, the fantastic people, and the unforgettable experiences that make SaltCon a must-attend event year after year. Get ready to level up your excitement!" This episode we are reviewing all the great things that happened at SaltCON Summer which happened June 6th through the 8th at the Davis Conference Center, in Layton City. The first Summer event is the smallest of the events that happen at the Davis Conference Center, but that does not mean there is a shortage of events and fun to be had. This was still three days that were packed full of RPG events, Board Game events, Social gaming events, and even a tournament or two to be played in. So sit back and let's dig in. We have a lot to talk about. Vendor Hall Some very cool stuff for gaming drinks, games, and gaming accessories. https://www.facebook.com/diethuludimension/ https://www.etsy.com/shop/DiceChaos/ https://wyvernwarfare.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Fictionmobile/ https://binarycocoa.com/ https://aalazersquirrel.com/ https://www.4xpgaming.com/ Hot Games: Andromeda's Edge Cat Blues: The Big Gig Creature Caravan Critter Kitchen Finspan House of Fado SETI: Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence Slay the Spire: The Board Game Play to Win Games I played a handful of games from this game on the shelves, there were around 30 games that were there to try out and to get a chance to win them. Even if you just wanted to review the rules and enter to win the game that is an option, but this is a great way to try a game and see if you want to have a chance to win them. https://saltcon.com/summer-play-to-win/ Gaming library A huge game library with over 2500 games to check out and play. Classic games, and new games alike. There were 278 different events the attendees could sign up for. 178 Total RPG events. 85 RPG events 26 Pathfinder events 67 Dungeons and Dragons Adventurers League events Pathfinder Society: Salt of the Ocean Multi Table Event In the Eye of Abendego, the storm has receded just enough to reveal two particularly interesting new sites: one is a wrecked Pathfinder ship and the other an ancient island associated with prophesiers and demons. With some help from an old pirate friend, the Pathfinders are kitted up in order to investigate these two new occurrences, however it seems like she wasn't the only pirate with her eyes on these strange new prizes. The Society will have to face the dangers of sea and storm as they sail to their goal, hoping to beat their rivals to the hidden secrets! This event was played with multiple tables running simultaneously, at multiple level tiers. The Pathfinder Society came out victorious! D&D Adventurers League: Hold Back the Dead Multi Table Event The Adventurer's League had some close calls, and not everyone made it out alive this time... but the dead have been vanquished. For now. Hold Back the Dead is a multi-table Dungeons & Dragons adventure where heroes must defend a stronghold under siege by an overwhelming undead force. As the tide of the dead rises, players work together across tables to uncover the source of the invasion and prevent an ancient evil from breaking through. Designed for epic coordination and tense decisions, it blends horror, heroism, and high-stakes combat in a dynamic battlefield setting. Playtests for new RPG systems were available at SaltCON Summer with the highlights being Untold RPG and Nephilim the Forsaken, brought in by local game designers. SaltCON End of Summer will have a stronger focus on prototype RPG systems and welcomes game developers to join the SaltCON GameMasters Guild on Discord or Facebook to learn more about bringing their systems to the convention. Total sessions run: 175 Other popular games included Cyberpunk Red, Shadowdark, Call of Cthulhu, Shadowrun, Vampire the Masquerade, The Electric State, BESM, Nimble 2, Dragonbane, DC20, and many more! Game Swap Flea Market Saturday for 2-hours Tournaments Sabacc EventsBroadway Murder Mystery - Groomed for Murder! This was a big hit and will return for End of Summer with rumor of a second game being added. Grilled to Death Nebula: A 4X inspired Big Group Game Tichu around with Danny We had about half of the attendees learning Tichu for the first time, it was really cool to see them pick up strategies after each hand! There were many surprising outcomes, including many successful and unsuccessful Tichu calls, hands that looked certain, than turned upside down, and many laughs. Everyone that I spoke to that was learning for the first time was excited to get the game, and play some more! Blood on the Clock Tower Nine different event and one how to play event Mini Painting Seminar Saturday 1:30 64 total board game events Board Game Events 30 Board Game Events Meeple Nation events 34 Meeple Nation Board Game Events What a way to start the Summer of Gaming. So what is next? SaltCON End of Summer August 29-31 1000 badges Game library RPG area Tons of RPG events Hot Games No-Ship Math Trade Game swap Open all three days Flea Market Saturday 9-10AM Figure Painting Saturday 12:30 -3:30PM Vendors Reserved tables Four left Next Year SaltCON is adding a Sixth Event. One that will have many people very excited. SaltCON Cruise August 7-14 Leaving Seattle and cruising up to Alaska and then back to Seattle. Limited to 100 spots Gaming Library Room Block If you have any questions feel free to email us at MeepleNation@gmail.com. We are always excited to hear about new games and exciting events and great times. And with that we have completed another deep dive into the salty goodness of SaltCon! We hope you're as excited as we are for all the fun and games. Remember, SaltPOD is your ongoing connection to these amazing events. But the board gaming adventure doesn't stop here! If you love in-depth discussions, diverse perspectives, and talking about all things board games, be sure to check out our regular podcast, Meeple Nation! There we have episodes serving up fantastic content week after week. Until next time, keep rolling those dice, and we'll see you at SaltCon!"Thanks for listening.
How cool is this – our (AI) friends at Notebook.LM made this Deep Dive about my idea for changing systems that we don't like!* Before we jump in: Coming up in September/October I am offering an entire six-week virtual workshop adventure on changing systems we don't like! Details below or click here.A few weeks ago I wrote an article at Pathfinders.social on this very topic, how to change a system that we don't like. Today you'll hear our friends talk about this method and how to make it work for you, if there is a system or systems that you'd like to change.I sure had fun playing with this AI technology. Somewhere in the middle you'll hear one of the hosts' voices adopt an Australian accent! I have no idea how that happened but it did make me laugh.I've learned that AI can be fun and playful. I know not everyone feels this way. Which is why it feels important to say: unless I say differently, as I'm doing today, all the content you read and hear and see here is human made including the art. So I invite you to relax into this one and give yourself permission to consider: are there systems you wish were different? What we talk about here today is a sustainable way to do that.Enjoy!I am offering an entire virtual workshop around this concept… Here are the deets!How to Change a System You Don't LikeCome along on a transformative six-week journey designed for those daring folks ready to see something different and better.This online workshop empowers you to envision and create systems that are actually good! Not a joke.Join us if you're fed up of systems that don't work for you. The truth is they don't work for a lot of people! Together, let's create systems that support and uplift everyone.Your ticket includes:– A seat in the workshop Tuesdays Sept. 9 – Oct. 14. 2025, 6-7:30PM EST– Entry into our Private Group just for participants - This is where we'll connect, extend the learning, and cheer for you!Click here to learn more and register: https://www.kaylockkolp.com/system/Cheers! Thank you for being here with me.Kay* Subscribe to this newsletter so that it shows up in your inbox, instead of you having to go search for it :)Art Creativity & Wellbeing is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Kay Lock Kolp is a coach, podcast host, writer, and artist who helps people achieve wholeness and well-being. After experiencing a health crisis in 2011 that limited her mobility, Kay embarked on a transformative journey of self-discovery.She now coaches clients to envision bold futures while taking manageable steps toward their goals, with a special focus on supporting leaders, creators, and first responders. Kay demonstrated her resilience by hiking England's Coast-to-Coast Path solo in 2023, an experience that embodies her philosophy of gentle, persistent self-actualization.As a host for Pathfinders For Good, Kay shares stories that amplify positive change, emphasizing that authentic self-care creates ripple effects that benefit others. Her approach blends vulnerability, compassion, and practical support to help clients create meaningful transformation in their lives and communities. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kaylockkolp.substack.com/subscribe
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A surgeon in burns reconstruction, Matt Klein swapped the operating room for the equally high-pressure environment of drug development. In this episode of Pathfinders in Biopharma, he sets out the vision for the company he now leads, PTC Therapeutics – a pioneer in the field of RNA therapies, now powering towards profitability with treatment candidates for a host of rare diseases.
Hail and well met! It's time for another great conversation with friend, colleague and former coach Andrew Moss regarding the tools that we developed together as I was training to solo hike across northern England in 2023.* Before we jump in: Coming up in the fall I am offering an entire six-week virtual workshop adventure on changing systems we don't like! Details below or click here.Today you'll hear about a tool we call The Midline, how it's shaped each of our lives and how it's evolved to be even more helpful in the years since it first entered our coaching work.Hope you enjoy!About the Series…It's really a podcast within a podcast!In these "Waking Up: The Tools” conversations Andrew and I discuss the essential tools we developed that helped me transform my experience and grow into the person who hiked all by myself across northern England in 2023… After needing a wheelchair to go more than a few steps in 2011.We've called this series Waking up: The Tools because they're featured in my book, Waking Up: How I Grew to Love My Body and My Self While Solo-Hiking Across Northern England (available everywhere you get your audiobooks and Amazon in paperback and e-book format.)Each Waking Up Tools Conversation is hosted by Pathfinders, the amazing platform that exists to amplify good people doing good work in the world. Andrew is the CEO and cofounder of Pathfinders and shares what it's all about in this episode. Please visit the Pathfinders.social website if you're in need of some hope or inspiration today – and if you're doing good work in the world please click the “Add your voice” button and share about your vision for a better world and what you are doing to bring it about. Here's mine!Andrew is CEO at https://pathfinders.social and he and co-founder and COO Jeff Lamb are creating it to be the platform for innovators and changemakers.. which really means it's a fun and supportive place to bring your best vision for the world into being!See you soon friends – thank you for being along on the journey.With Love, KayThat adventure I was referencing above? Here are the deets!Workshop: How to Change a System You Don't LikeCome along on a transformative six-week journey designed for those daring folks ready to see something different and better.This online workshop empowers you to envision and create systems that are actually good! Not a joke.Join us if you're fed up of systems that don't work for you. The truth is they don't work for a lot of people! Together, let's create systems that support and uplift everyone.Your ticket includes:– Your seat in the workshop Tuesdays Sept. 9 – Oct. 14. 2025, 6-7:30PM EST– Entry into our Private Group just for participants - This is where we'll connect, extend the learning, and cheer for you!Click here to learn more and register: https://www.kaylockkolp.com/system/Cheers! Thank you for being here with me.Love, KayKay Lock Kolp is a coach, podcast host, writer, and artist who helps people achieve wholeness and well-being. After experiencing a health crisis in 2011 that limited her mobility, Kay embarked on a transformative journey of self-discovery.She now coaches clients to envision bold futures while taking manageable steps toward their goals, with a special focus on supporting leaders, creators, and first responders. Kay demonstrated her resilience by hiking England's Coast-to-Coast Path solo in 2023, an experience that embodies her philosophy of gentle, persistent self-actualization.As a host for Pathfinders For Good, Kay shares stories that amplify positive change, emphasizing that authentic self-care creates ripple effects that benefit others. Her approach blends vulnerability, compassion, and practical support to help clients create meaningful transformation in their lives and communities.Consider subscribing to this newsletter so that it shows up in your inbox, instead of you having to go search for it :)Art Creativity & Wellbeing is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kaylockkolp.substack.com/subscribe
Check out the Video of this Episode Here! EPISODE 368 Rebecca and Rey have a little time before the next Moon Knight latest issue, so they travel back to a recent issue with our boi Moony as a cameo! Always nice to see Moon Knight mix it with other characters within Marvel...but how does he fare with the effervescent Kamala Khan? Tune in for all the chat! Ms. Marvel & Moon Knight Vol. 1 #1 Release Date August 17, 2022 Cover Date October, 2022 Writer(s) Jody Houser Penciler(s) Ibraim Roberson Inker(s) Ibraim Roberson Colorist(s) Erick Arciniega Letterer(s) Travis Lanham Editor(s) Drew Baumgartner Mark Basso Shine those idols, and dust off the cape....IT'S TIME TO GET YOUR KHONSHU ON! SHOW NOTES: Ms. Marvel & Moon Knight Vol. 1 #1 WHERE TO HEAR US: Podcast Page Podchaser Apple Podcast Google Play Music Spotify Overcast SoundCloud Stitcher Tunein Podbean Into the Knight RSS Feed YouTube DROP US A LINE: Website: intotheknight.libsyn.com Email: feedback@itkmoonknight.com FB Page: Into the Knight- A Moon Knight Podcast Page FB Group: Into the Knight- A Moon Knight Fan Base Bluesky: Into the Knight - Bluesky X: @ITKmoonknight Instagram: ITK Moon Knight Discord ITK Server: ITK Server CHECK OUT THESE OTHER SHOWS I CO-HOST! Sons of the Dragon - An Immortal Iron Fist Podcast DCAU - The DC Animated Universe Podcast Capes & Lunatics Sidekicks To Know Her Is To Fear Her: The Spider-Woman Podcast Predator & pREY - a Yautja Podcast Rey Plays Games! OFFICIAL ITK MERCHANDISE @ DASHERY - BUY HERE! Thinking of starting your own podcast? Check out our special offer from Libsyn! CREDITS: ITK Logo Graphic Design by The High Priests of Khonshu ITK Graphic Design produced and assisted by Randolph Benoit ITK Opening Sequence for video by Chris Kelly Music Written, Performed and generously provided by Deleter Co-Producers Wayne Hunt Josh Johnson Anthony Sytko Matthew Howell Jonathan Sapsed Dan Newland Executive Producers Justin Osgood Derek O'Neill Daniel Doing Mario Di Giacomo Odin Odinsword Produced by Reynaldo Gesmundo The music for this episode contains excerpts from various songs and music copyrighted by Deleter and Brian Warshaw. The music agreed for use on Into the Knight - A Moon Knight Podcast is licensed under an Attribution License;
What if financial independence was simpler than you think? In this powerful episode Craig Curelop reconnects with a prominent figure in the FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) movement J.L Collins, whose best-selling book The Simple Path to Wealth has helped millions unlock freedom through frugality and investing in index funds. This is not just a rehash—J.L. drops updates on Pathfinders, the upcoming Simple Path to Wealth 2.0, and how staying the course in a volatile market is still the winning strategy. You will walk away with timeless principles of wealth-building, practical investment tips (like using VTSAX), and motivation to pursue Financial Independence regardless of income level. Perfect for anyone in the FIRE movement, new investors, or anyone questioning the value of good debt, savings rates, and lifestyle inflation. PODCAST HIGHLIGHTS: [03:15] Book update and reflections on investing mindset [7:28] Avoiding lifestyle creep and how saving saved him [11:17] 4 percent rule and retirement income planning [16:12] How market volatility shapes disciplined investing long-term [25:27] Vanguard's VTSAX index fund remains JL's top investing pick [32:52] Staying the course when market drops test your resolve [38:03] Pushback on simplicity and myths about wealth accumulation [43:57] Financial independence is about freedom not early retirement age [47:27] Advice to young investors on maximizing savings from start [53:04] Stock market cycles and emotional control with investing [58:26] Meditation mindset helps maintain financial course in crashes HOST Craig Curelop
Greetings friends! Today's guests are two close friends who've been incredibly inspiring to me on my journey, Gail Clanton and Janine Halloran! I know they'll be super inspiring for you as well.Before we jump in: Consider subscribing to this newsletter so that it shows up in your inbox, instead of you having to go search for it :)Today's is a special conversation sharing about the books that we three have written, why we wrote them, how they've been helpful in the world, and sparking who knows what interesting ideas in you listening and watching!You'll find Janine Halloran https://encourageplay.com, and Gail Clanton at https://www.gailclanton.com/Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy :)About this podcast's new homePractical Intuition with Kay has become Art Creativity & Wellbeing.I am doing a happy dance about this!Last summer I started a newsletter called Art Creativity & Wellbeing.And then things got complicated as I tried to figure out what the newsletter is, what my podcast should focus on – practical intuition felt embedded, and not the focus anymore.So I've been letting it all kind of rest.Lo and behold, the next steps just kept showing up and showing up.Now, we've got a great new home in the Substack app!What this means for youIf you're subscribed in your favorite podcatcher, it's still there.. Or I guess it's still here.If you're subscribed so that these come into your inbox, that'll still happen too.If you'd like you can subscribe to get this podcast delivered into your inbox -SubscribedYou'll also get my weekly newsletter and monthly video for subscribers.It's a very vibrant new home that we have here and – if it's something that you're enjoying – I'm excited to bring you along on this ride :)What I'm Up ToNew Art Available in My Online Store"I keep your painting on the shelf with my mom['s ashes] so she can see something beautiful every day.”This was said to me recently and I am changed.If you are in need of inspiration, or if you'd like to add to your art collection with some of my original works, view my art by clicking here.Pathfinders Podcast HostI'm now a Podcast Host at "the premier platform for changemakers and innovators," Pathfinders.social!When you think there's no good in the worldWhen you're stuck in a bad energyOr a bad news cycleBoogie on over to PathfindersWhere you will always be inspiredBy the cool things that your fellow humans are up toBy the many ways that humans are creating a better world for everyone.Here is my Pathfinders interviewIf you're doing something cool in the worldHead to Pathfinders.social and add your voiceThen I can interview you!I am also:A Coach supporting those who lead from their heart ❤️An Artist & Creator of Podcasts, Newsletters, and an Award-Winning Memoir✨
If you'd like to see full video of this and other episodes, join the Reel Notes Patreon at the Homie ($5/month) tier or higher. You also get early access to episodes, an invite to our Discord server, access to the Reel Talk archives, and more!My guests this week are New York rapper and engineer blackchai and Tennessee-via-North Carolina rapper, producer, and engineer Illohim, who record together at the duo Pathfinders. We spoke about The Rehearsal, Peacemaker, Friendship, Jet Li's Fearless, their respective solo careers up to this point, meeting as members of the collective No Clue, their chemistry, and the creative process behind their self-titled debut. Come fuck with us.Pathfinders is available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen. Consider buying directly from blackchai's Bandcamp. Follow blackchai on Instagram (@blackchai19) and Twitter (@blkchai). Follow Illohim on Instagram (@illohimshymns) and Twitter (@illohim). My first book, Reel Notes: Culture Writing on the Margins of Music and Movies, is available now, via 4 PM Publishing. Order a digital copy on Amazon.Reel Notes stands in solidarity with the oppressed peoples of Palestine, Congo, Sudan, Tigray, and Haiti. Please consider donating to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund, The Palestinian Youth Movement, The Zakat Foundation, HealAfrica, FreeTigray, and/or Hope For Haiti. For information about contacting your representatives to demand a ceasefire, finding protests, and other tools, check out CeasefireToday!Follow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), Bluesky (@cinemasai.bsky.social), TikTok (@cinemasai), Letterboxd (@CineMasai), and subscribe to my weekly Nu Musique Friday newsletter to stay tapped into all things Dylan Green. Support the show
What if everything changed in a moment and you still found the strength to move forward? In this powerful episode of Real Things Living, author and advocate Becky Galli shares how she transformed a series of life-altering challenges into a life filled with meaning, purpose, and connection.From unexpected paralysis days after divorce to the loss of a child and raising kids with special needs, Becky has faced more than most. Yet her story is anything but bleak—it's a masterclass in grace, grit, and choosing possibility over pity.Takeaways:How journaling became a lifeline—and eventually a published legacy—for navigating grief and trauma.Why letting go of certain hopes can lead to emotional clarity and peace.How her daughter's autism diagnosis inspired the creation of Pathfinders for Autism, now celebrating 25 years of impact.Tune in to hear how Becky Galli is rethinking what's possible and how you can too.Share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that life can still be good...no matter what. Learn more about Becky and her books at https://beckyGalli.com