Podcasts about Permission

I'm all for setting goals, trying new things, and tracking what matters. Those are all good and worthy pursuits. But today, I want to offer you a little practical permission to not be great. I'll even go first and share a few things I'm intentionally choosing to not be great at in this next season of life. Helpful Companion Links Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Sign up for our every-other-week podcast recap email called Latest Lazy Listens. Sign up for my once-a-month newsletter, The Latest Lazy Letter or if you just want to see what I've been reading lately, sign up for The Book List. Grab a copy of my book The Lazy Genius Kitchen or The Lazy Genius Way! (Affiliate links) Download a transcript of this episode. Want to share your Lazy Genius of the Week idea with us? Use this form to tell us about it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I'm sharing why entrepreneurs don't need a rigid New Year plan for growth—and how a more sustainable approach to planning can create clarity, momentum, and focus without burnout.We'll talk about why January doesn't need to be rushed, how stepping away from internet-driven pressure leads to better decision-making, and what it looks like to set a few clear, grounded non-negotiables instead of an overpacked plan.If you're an entrepreneur who wants to plan the new year with intention, protect your energy, and build long-term growth without forcing productivity, this episode will help you slow down, recalibrate, and lead your business in a way that actually works.In today's episode, I share:03:48 – Why 2026 feels like a “becoming year” and what the Year of the Horse symbolizes for leadership, clarity, and movement07:18 – How treating January as a recalibration month (not a sprint) changed everything08:48 – Why focusing on non-negotiables matters more than setting big goals or resolutions09:28 – Why the podcast remains the portal and the most aligned anchor in the business10:38 – The power of one simple weekly email and how the Better Together newsletter fits into a sustainable rhythm11:48 – Why committing to one in-person networking event a month creates real momentum and connection12:48 – How the CEO Week schedule provides structure without rigidity (and why No-Meeting Fridays are sacred)14:08 – A simple framework to define your own theme, non-negotiables, and quarterly rhythm16:18 – Permission to stop forcing clarity, trust your boundaries, and let your habits reveal what's next 

A “small revolt” doesn't topple an institution—people do. We dive into the 1824 Chumash uprising and show why it belongs with the era's great revolutions, not the margins of a mission field trip. With historian-journalist Joe Payne, we map how three missions became a battleground for emancipation, how labor withdrawal and horse control shattered the mission economy, and why a four-pound cannon and a privateer raid still echo through California's historical memory.We zoom out to the age of independence to read Alta California against Mexican constitutional turmoil, counter-revolution, and the casta system that structured everyday power. You'll hear how Franciscans trained militias they couldn't control, why disease and livestock were imperial weapons, and how Chumash technology—canoes, acorn processing, shell currency—supported dense settlements and regional politics that Spanish officials struggled to categorize but quietly feared. The story doesn't stop at the gates: inland flight, alliances, and repeated uprisings helped doom the mission system itself.We also confront how the past is staged. Rebuilt missions and tidy exhibits often freeze the Chumash at contact and sideline their leadership, while modern policy offers “sanctuaries” offshore and roadblocks on land. Joe details present-day sovereignty fights, internal debates over identity, and the promise of Chumash-run cultural centers that tell a living story in their own voice. Along the way, we question European categories like nation and state, challenge simplistic gender readings, and make room for complexity without losing the plot: indigenous history is ongoing, and this revolution still speaks to power, place, and who gets to define both.If this conversation expands your map of California, share it with a friend, subscribe for more deep dives, and leave a review telling us the biggest myth you were taught about the mission era.Send us a text Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian

Welcome to the First Presbyterian Church, New Bern Podcast! Join us weekly for our Sermon and Benediction. The full service can be found on our Youtube channel (link below). See more on our website!First Presbyterian Church, New Bern, North Carolina, established in 1817. A Congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Building community, transforming lives, engaging the world.See more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.firstpresnb.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on social media at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/firstpresnb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch our streaming service each week at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtube.com/channel/UCKw0GnheJfOUlVv_g5bBrEw⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Permission to podcast/stream live music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE, License A-701790 and CCLI 3202763. All rights reserved. Permission to podcast/stream recorded music from artist.io.

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews J. M. Stelly, Writer, Director & Producer at Anatomica Films, about premiering Within Madness at AFM, his rapid-fire DIY production process, and how he's shot three feature films since September. JM shares lessons on staying authentic, building community and industry fans, and why filmmakers must stop waiting for permission and start delivering finished work. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Even during the lively era of the Marx Brothers' films at Paramount Pictures—featuring vaudevillian chaos like Horse Feathers and Duck Soup, or Mel Brooks parodies such as Blazing Saddles and Young Frankenstein—audiences had never experienced the overwhelming number of jokes like the ones in this 80s flick. These gags are so nonstop that the weaker ones don't even have time to linger. The film is packed with puns, pratfalls, provocations, interplay of foreground and background, double entendres, references to movies, TV shows, and commercials, along with random acts of silliness and absurdity, including many 'dad jokes'. So be sure to park in the red or white zone and purchase your smoking ticket, but don't eat the in-flight fish meal as Tim Williams and guest co-host Nicholas Pepin from "Pop Culture Roulette" discuss “Airplane!” From 1980 on this episode of the 80s Flick Flashback podcast!Here are some additional behind-the-scenes trivia we were unable to cover in this episode:According to the Blu-ray commentary, the song "Stayin' Alive" was sped up by 10 percent for the movie's dance scene. Permission from The Bee Gees was required to speed it up.The filmmaking trio pitched the movie to Paramount as 'Animal House on a plane'—a misleading description, but a necessary tactic to sell the executives on the film's zany humor.Sources:Wikipedia, IMDBhttps://www.theguardian.com/film/2020/jul/02/airplane-film-40th-anniversary-spoof-comedySome sections were composed by ChatGPTWe'd love to hear your thoughts on our podcast! You can share your feedback with us via email or social media.​Website - https://www.80sflickflashback.com/​TeePublic Store - https://www.teepublic.com/user/eighties-flick-flashback​Buy Me A Coffee - https://buymeacoffee.com/80sflickfb​Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/80sflickflashbackpodcast​Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/80sflickflashback/​TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@80sflickflashback​Email - Info@80sFlickFlashback.com

Jon Kay on The French actor Brigitte Bardot who starred in over 40 films in the 1950s and 60s before a career-change saw her give up the big screen to campaign for animal welfareSir Alec Reed who founded the UKs most successful recruitment agency and, through his philanthropy, raised millions for charityAlwyn Crawshaw, the artist who encouraged millions to paint landscapes through his how-to books and TV programmes Dame Shan Legge-Bourke who transformed the Glanusk estate in the Black Mountains and was for many years lady in waiting to Princess AnneProducer: Ed Prendeville Assistant Producer: Ribika Moktan Researcher: Josie Hardy Editor: Glyn TansleyArchive The Lady of Glanusk: Winter, BBC Two Wales, 28/09/2006​; The Lady of Glanusk: Summer, BBC Two Wales, 14/09/2006​; The Lady of Glanusk: Autumn, BBC Two Wales, 21/09/2006​; The Lady of Glanusk: Spring, BBC Two Wales, 07/09/2006​; Reed Podcast, Sir Alec Reed at 91: A British Business Legend, Permission granted by James Reed; The Fast Show: The Last Fast Show Ever, BBC Two, 28/12/2000​; Daytime Live, BBC One, 16/03/1990​; …And God Created Woman (Official Trailer), 1956, Directed by Roger Vadim, Starring Brigitte Bardot, Curd Jürgens, Jean-Louis Trintignant​; Worldwide: France's New-Look TV, BBC Two, 14/05/1975​; And God Created Bardot, BBC One, 28/09/1994​​; The World at One, BBC Radio 4, 25/04/1968​; Brigitte Bardot, BBC Archive, 01/11/1956

This 10-minute episode reframes consent as a clarity tool that protects curiosity and speeds honest decisions. Host Sarah lays out a simple Consent Map with three zones—Green (go), Gold (check-in), Red (pause)—and shows how the map applies to physical touch, messaging tempo, and time investment without moralizing. Listeners learn three short, adaptable scripts (a green nudge, a gold-check, a red pause) and tone cues to keep language warm and nonjudgmental. The episode models two realistic micro-scenes (a coffee-to-hug moment and an escalating message thread) so listeners hear delivery and pacing. Practical micro-experiments invite listeners to try one gold-check and one red-pause this week and notice how clarity changes outcomes. Framed as an action-first habit, the episode emphasizes safety, adaptability across cultures and neurotypes, and tiny language shifts that make consent easy to practice nightly.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lets-talk-sex--5052038/support.

Motherhood is not a performance—it's a marathon. In this episode, Joelle and Alessandra get real about postpartum health, mom shaming, and the pressure cooker of social media. We talk self-care that actually fits real life, flexible routines that keep you consistent, and why prioritizing your health makes you a better parent—not a selfish one. What we cover: Postpartum realities: hormones, energy, identity shifts Mom shaming & social media pressure: how to mute the noise and trust yourself Self-care for moms: simple recovery, nutrition, and movement wins Flexible routines: "good enough" systems that survive busy seasons Homeschooling without the chaos: structure, not rigidity Permission to be human: a clean-enough house, a kind home, a healthier you If you're tired of unrealistic standards and ready for balance you can sustain, this conversation is your reset. APPLY FOR COACHING: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/1-1-coaching The Fitness League app https://www.fitnessleagueapp.com/ Macros Guide https://www.lvltncoaching.com/free-resources/calculate-your-macros Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lvltncoaching FREE TOOLS to start your health and fitness journey: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/resources/freebies Alessandra's Instagram: http://instagram.com/alessandrascutnik Joelle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joellesamantha?igsh=ZnVhZjFjczN0OTdn Josh's Instagram: http://instagram.com/joshscutnik Chapters 00:00 Welcome Back to the Fitness League 01:13 Mailbox Mishap and Holiday Preparations 02:01 Health Drinks and Digestive Reactions 03:36 Postpartum Changes and Hormonal Fluctuations 05:05 Lab Work and Breastfeeding Journey 07:07 Vasectomy Failures and Pregnancy Surprises 10:38 Mom Shaming in Fitness and Health 16:58 Cleaning and Parenting Perspectives 28:36 The Big Picture of Parenting 31:29 Modeling Behavior for Children 33:34 The Myth of Perfection in Motherhood 36:25 Prioritizing Health and Well-being 39:11 Awareness vs. Action 41:55 Finding Your Own Path 44:47 The Importance of Diverse Perspectives 47:24 Growth Mindset and Continuous Learning 50:32 Navigating Social Media and Expectations 54:07 Flexibility in Parenting and Life

In Part 2 of our series on intellectualls, Daniel Tutt returns to talk  Bourdieu. Start with the feeling that “merit” is natural and fair—and then watch it fall apart. We take Pierre Bourdieu's sharpest tools—habitus, field, cultural capital, symbolic power—and use them to expose how universities, media, and taste quietly reproduce class while insisting it's all about talent. From Homo Academicus to Distinction to the Algeria studies, we clear up the biggest misconceptions: cultural capital is more than style, symbolic violence is more than rude behavior, and habitus is embodied history adapting to shifting fields.Our conversation travels through the crisis of the scholarly habitus—leisure packaged as labor, prestige buffered by adjunct exploitation—and the awkward truth that DEI can deepen stratification when it diverts resources and legitimizes existing hierarchies. We connect Bourdieu's hysteresis to today's culture wars: fields change fast, bodies adapt slow, and the resulting frustration feeds irrationalism. His study of Heidegger becomes a cautionary tale about stalled elites and seductive anti‑rational philosophies. Meanwhile the working class loses a stable habitus in a gigged‑out economy, making organizing harder and resentment easier to weaponize.We balance Bourdieu with a Marxist insistence on production and power. The best use of his map is practical: reveal the hidden rules, rebuild class independence, and design para‑academic and organizing projects that out‑perform the academy on rigor and relevance. Expect clear definitions, concrete examples, and straight talk on credentialism, elite infighting dressed as populism, and why making class legible again is the first step toward changing material life. If you've ever felt the system deny its own history while sorting your future, this conversation will give you language—and a plan—to push back.If this resonates, follow the show, share the episode with a friend, and leave a review with the sharpest insight you took away. Where do you see symbolic power at work today?Send us a text Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian

Does growing your business without showing up on Instagram sound like a dream? In today's episode, visibility strategist Kylie Kelly joins us to explain how entrepreneurs can build authority, leads, and actual paying clients without having to live on social media. If you're tired of the “you must be on Instagram to succeed” narrative, this is your permission slip to do business your way.Find It Quickly00:24 - Meet Kylie01:47 - Kylie's Journey from Photography to Systems03:24 - The Power of Email Marketing06:06 - Experimenting with Marketing Strategies08:26 - The Importance of Data-Driven Decisions12:13 - Adapting and Pivoting in Business16:18 - Taking Action and Building Confidence18:58 - Personal Stories and Reflections21:38 - Permission to Take Action26:41 - Discussing AI Bots and Lead Magnets28:00 -Breakthrough Audits and Their Impact32:56 - Human Connection in Business34:29 - Networking Events and Their Benefits36:13 - Empire Expansion EventsMentioned in this Episode:Empire Expansion Event: kyliekelly.com/eventColie's Networking Events: coliejames.com/connectionConnect with KylieWebsite: kyliekelly.comPodcast: kyliekelly.com/category/podcastEmpire Expansion Event: kyliekelly.com/event

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Sorry, but I have to say it...We are optimizing our way to boredom.Measure everything, test every variation, and optimize the customer journey until it's "perfect". That seems to be the mantra of modern business today.But in this first episode of 2026, our guest ​Kendra Shimmell​ throws a big wrench in this machinery.Kendra argues that while things like A/B testing validate what works right now, they often come at a steep cost. Because if we rely solely on reacting to quantitative data to make small, incremental improvements, we eventually, you guessed it, optimize our way to mediocrity and boredom.We lose the soul in our services.Kendra shares a painful example of this phenomenon in action: social media algorithms. You click on a cool backpack once, and the system thinks it has you figured out. Suddenly, your entire feed is just backpacks. A lot of backpacks.The algorithm is "optimized," sure. But it has stripped away all the serendipity, turning a place of discovery into a repetitive, boring experience. As Kendra put it, just because you can keep a user clicking doesn't mean you aren't exhausting them. So, the question is: Why do organizations default to this? Why are we so focused on squeezing out efficiency rather than exploring new avenues?When I asked Kendra, her answer was blunt: "Greed, Fear, and Confusion." Ouch.The greed to squeeze out the last 1% of revenue. The fear that if they try something new, they won't find product-market fit again. And the confusion that comes from ignoring the fact that humans are wildly irrational beings driven by feelings, not spreadsheets.This conversation is a wake-up call to stop treating our customers like subjects in a scientific experiment and start treating them as people to co-create with.And if your organization isn't ready to hear that? Well, Kendra has some advice on how to be a little "sneaky" to get the work done anyway!The conversation ends with a question that pairs perfectly with a long walk, somewhere where you can let a little serendipity back into your day: "When, where, and how is it most important to be human?".Happy New Year and keep making a positive impact!Be well, ~ Marc--- [ 1. GUIDE ] --- 00:00 Welcome to Episode 24404:30 Why We Need Co-Creation Over Experimentation08:30 The Twitch Lesson 14:30 Why Excessive Optimization Leads to "Beige"16:03 Social Media & the Algorithm23:45 Backpack Rabbit Hole25:30 3 Forces of Stagnation32:30 Funding Analogous Thinking35:00 Creating Space for Change38:30 The Compliance Pilot Strategy44:15 MVW (Minimum Viable Working Model)45:45 Permission vs. Action48:45 Moments of irrationality: taxes vs buying52:45 Doing Things Better vs. Doing Better Things56:15 Living Inside the Algorithm58:15 Why We Must Learn to be Bored Again1:01:45 The Role of the "Human in the Loop" in the Age of AI1:04:15 Case Study: Designing for Distance1:06:15 Question to ponder --- [ 2. LINKS ] --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendrashimmell/ --- [ 3. CIRCLE ] --- Join our private community for in-house service design professionals. ⁠https://servicedesignshow.com/circle--- [4. FIND THE SHOW ON] ---Youtube ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/244-youtubeSpotify ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/244-spotifyApple ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/244-appleSnipd ~ https://go.servicedesignshow.com/244-snipd

Andrew Turner of Andrew Turner Auctions sat down with me a handful of days ago, and we talked about some stuff.Our Episode No. 195 conversation involved a little about growing up, family, life visions and the shifts therein, being a gigging musician, and so much more.It's been a couple of weeks since an episode of Badass Records dropped, and -- yes -- most of that is associated with the craziness of the holidays, and I mention that to mention this: I hope that somewhere in the insanity of it all that you always have that feeling. And by "that feeling," I mean that moment that flitters in and out a few times every holiday season where you go, I'm happy to be on this planet with these people in this moment. It's really one of the few things left to us. That and being in nature and witnessing good acts.This world is a weird one right now, and I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to sit down and talk with people.In talking with Andrew, I learned about his Web site, his social-media channels (YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and Threads). I learned about the grind behind his weekly auctions and the energy that goes into promoting them. I also learned about a few of Andrew's favorite albums. And those were these:Richard Hell & The Voidoids' Blank Generation (1977)Double Nickels on the Dime (1984), MinutemenThe Darkness' Permission to Land (2003)The Black Parade (2006), My Chemical RomanceKing Princess' Cheap Queen (2019)Dragline (1992), PAWI really enjoyed my chat with Andrew, and appreciate all that support the show. If you'd consider giving Andrew a follow on one (or other) of his situations, and think about attending one of his auctions, it'd make my 2026.Cheers, everybody.copyright disclaimer: It's too late for me to dial up the appropriate verbiage, but the simplest version of the message is that the audio samples in here aren't mine; they belong to the artist. That's always the case; I'm always only trying to put together a quality program and promote music. In this particular situation, I have borrowed a few snippets from Durand Jones & The Indications. The tune's called, "Love Will Work It Out," and it's one of the numbers off of his 2021 release, Private Space, which appears here (and everywhere) c/o Dead Oceans.

What happens when a high performing medical professional listens to the quiet voice that says there is more. In this episode of Clarity Generates Confidence Gary sits down with Jessica Christy a NCCPA board certified Physician Assistant and the founder of Beauty Culture Medspa and Cultured Wellness in Bloomfield Hills Michigan. Jessica shares her journey from traditional medicine to entrepreneurship and how a pivotal leap of faith reshaped her career leadership style and sense of purpose. She reflects on building confidence through adversity navigating motherhood alongside business growth and redefining success by creating leaders rather than grinding alone. This conversation explores resilience clarity and the power of honoring unique ability as a pathway to confidence.

For many mothers, plastic surgery isn't just a medical decision — it's a moral one.In this deeply honest and emotionally grounded episode of Plastic Surgery Uncensored, Dr. Rady Rahban sits down with a mother who never imagined she would consider surgery… let alone go through with it. She wasn't chasing perfection. She wasn't influenced by social media. She wasn't unhappy with her life. She was simply living in a body that no longer functioned the way it once did — after pregnancy, childbirth, and years of self-sacrifice.This episode explores the quiet guilt many women carry after becoming mothers:Am I selfish for wanting this? What will my husband think? My children? My community? My church?  Shouldn't gratitude be enough?Through the lens of severe diastasis recti and tummy tuck surgery, this conversation gently dismantles the idea that caring for your body somehow diminishes your worth as a mother, wife, or woman of faith. Instead, it reframes plastic surgery as something far more nuanced: a personal decision rooted in function, self-respect, and honesty. You'll hear about:Living for years with a body that looks “fine” on paper, but doesn't feel rightExhausting non-surgical fixes that don't work — and the disappointment that followsThe fear of being judged, even when no one is judging youWhy guilt often comes from our own inner voice, not our familiesHow choosing surgery didn't take anything away — but gave her life backThis episode isn't about vanity.It's about permission. Permission to want relief.Permission to want confidence.Permission to be a devoted mother and a woman who feels whole in her body. If you've ever felt torn between gratitude and longing…If you've delayed a decision because guilt felt louder than your needs…If you've wondered whether choosing yourself could actually make you a better, more present mother… This conversation is for you.✨ If you enjoyed this episode of Plastic Surgery Uncensored:✔️ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.✔️ Rate & Review—your feedback helps more people find us.✔️ Follow Dr. Rady Rahban across all platforms for daily insights, behind-the-scenes, and patient education:Instagram: @drradyrahbanTikTok: @radyrahbanMDYouTube: @Rady RahbanFacebook: @Rady Rahban✔️ Share this episode with someone considering plastic surgery—the right knowledge can save a life.

If you're someone who keeps waiting for reassurance before you move or make a decision, this Mindset Debrief episode is for you. It addresses the pattern and shows how it turns capable people into hesitant decision-makers.You'll see what it's costing you in momentum and self-trust, and you'll leave with a practical way to act while uncertainty's still present.A lot of people assume they're delaying because they're being careful. The research points to a more uncomfortable driver. Avoidance often shows up as emotion regulation, not bad time management. When a task or decision stirs up tension, the brain looks for quick relief, and delay becomes a short-term mood fix. Reassurance works the same way. It can lower anxiety for a moment, but it teaches you to treat discomfort as a problem that needs to be removed before you're “allowed” to act. In clinical research, excessive reassurance-seeking is tied to worsening depressive symptoms and strained relationships, partly because it can pull other people into a loop that never really resolves the fear underneath. This gets louder when you've got a low tolerance for uncertainty. Intolerance of uncertainty reliably predicts higher anxiety, and it pushes people toward behaviors that feel safe in the moment, like checking, overplanning, and seeking repeated confirmation. In decision-making research, that “safety behavior” can backfire by keeping you dependent on certainty you can't actually secure. SpringerSo this episode draws a hard line between two things that get confused: information and permission. Information helps you make a better call. Permission is emotional outsourcing. If you can't tell the difference, you'll keep collecting opinions long after you've already got enough to decide.We talk through what reassurance-seeking looks like in real life at work and at home, why it feels responsible, and how it quietly trains you to distrust your own judgment. Then we shift the standard you're using. You're not waiting for confidence. You're waiting for discomfort to go away. It won't. The move is learning to decide with it still there, and to treat self-trust as something you practice, not something you earn from other people.Share this episode with someone who could benefit from the information.CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST:IG: https://www.instagram.com/paulpantani/WEBSITE: https://www.transitiondrillpodcast.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulpantani/SIGN-UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER:https://transitiondrillpodcast.com/home#aboutQUESTIONS OR COMMENTS:paul@transitiondrillpodcast.comSPONSORS:Blue Line RoastingGet 10% off your purchaseLink: https://bluelineroasting.comPromocode: Transition10

Welcome to another episode of the You Can Call Me “Bossy" podcast. In today's conversation I sit down with powerhouse publicist KJ Blattenbauer, a champion for bold brands and especially female founders. With nearly three decades of PR experience, KJ shares her unapologetic approach to visibility, reframing the word “bossy” as a badge of leadership, credibility, and empowerment rather than an insult. Together, KJ and I dive into the challenges women face around judgment, fear of being “too much,” and the conditioning that encourages us to shrink instead of shining in our ambition. This episode is packed with real talk about embracing your power, the importance of claiming authority, navigating corporate dynamics, and why being your own hype woman is not just okay—it's essential. From stories about corporate America to advice for women wanting to blaze their own path, KJ offers inspiration, tangible strategies, and a big permission slip to be visible and authentic—bossiness and all. If you've ever worried about being called “too bossy,” this conversation will help you see it as your superpower. Let's get into it! Key Takeaways: The distinction between hard work out of alignment vs. hard work that fuels passion Importance of “brand words” and consistently owning one's narrative The importance of lifting each other up and breaking the cycle Key Timestamps [1:05] – Permission to Be Yourself [9:26] – Share Your Creation Boldly [19:33] – Reprogramming Leadership for Women [33:08] – Hard Work and Midlife Joy [37:30] – Visibility Advice for Ambitious Women [41:06] - Defining and Showcasing Brand Identity Episode Quote "Why am I apologizing for who I am? Why am I apologizing that my clients are like family? Like, I'm gonna defend you and cheer for you like a mob wife. I truly believe there's something about loyalty and being there. And I saw that missing in corporate America and my corporate roles." - KJ Blattenbauer Episode Resourcers Instagram: @kjblattenbauer Linkedin: @in/kjblattenbauer Official Website: www.hearsaypr.com Pre Order Book: Pitch Worthy If you enjoyed this episode and are excited for more, please be sure to SUBSCRIBE and write a review to help build momentum and support the show (5-stars would be AWESOME!)_____________________________________________________ INTRODUCING - THE CLUB - Where high-achieving women to come together to unapologetically OWN THEIR “BOSSY” in order to rise to the top, make massive impact, and not burn out while doing it. To learn more and grab your spot in THE CLUB visit www.marytheresatringale.com/theclub - I can't wait to see you inside! _____________________________________________________ LET'S FREAKING GO! GRAB 100 FREE JOURNAL PROMPTS TO OWN YOUR BOSSY BY CLICKING HERE LET'S CONNECT: Follow me on Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, or join my STAND IN YOUR POWER FACEBOOK GROUP

Burnout and compassion fatigue don't just affect nurses and healthcare workers — they affect anyone who gives too much of themselves without rest.In Episode 32 of The Sexy Nurse Chronicles Mental Health Podcast, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Nurse MF 2Keys explores burnout in healers, compassion fatigue, emotional exhaustion, and the hidden cost of always being the strong one.This episode is for:Nurses and healthcare professionals experiencing burnoutCaregivers and parents who never get a breakTherapists, teachers, and helping professionalsThe “strong friend” everyone depends onAnyone feeling emotionally drained, numb, or overwhelmedIn this conversation, we cover:What burnout really looks like beyond physical tirednessThe difference between burnout and compassion fatigueWhy healers often neglect their own mental healthHow survival mode becomes normalizedThe emotional toll of constant caregivingWhy boundaries, rest, and saying no are essential to healingThis episode reframes self-care and mental health in a realistic way — focusing on boundaries, rest without guilt, and permission to stop overgiving.If you've been feeling exhausted while still showing up for everyone else, this episode is for you.

As we wrap up 2025, it seems like everywhere you look, it's all about reflection journals, vision boards, 90-day planners, and goal-setting frameworks. If you're feeling absolutely nothing (or, let's be real, maybe a little guilty it's not working for you), I'm right there with you. So, instead of one more system to make you feel “less than,” I'm serving something totally different—a simple, honest inventory. Just three lists: Energy, Money, Time. Here's the breakdown:Energy InventoryWhat gave you energy this year? What absolutely drained you—even if it was profitable or “successful”?Which tasks, clients, or projects left you jazzed up… and which made you want to flee the building?Notice the patterns. Pattern recognition tends to be a skill that ADHD brains excel at.Money InventoryWhat actually made you money, versus what you thought should make you money?Which offers did people really buy? Where did revenue flow in from? What's gathering dust (subscriptions, courses, tech) in your digital library?If most of your money came from one thing, but you spent all your time on everything else—this is info, not failure.Time InventoryWhen did you do your best work? Was it in performance windows that don't match “normal” business hours?Was your magic at 10 pm in the car, Friday mornings, or after a walk or shower?This is about gathering intelligence, not shaming yourself. Design your days around your actual brain, not someone else's ideal.Subtraction is StrategyEvery time I let go of what wasn't working, the good stuff got even better. So maybe your “stop doing” list is more important than any “to-do” list. Eliminate the clients, offers, or systems that drain you, no matter how much they pay. Permission granted to not start that newsletter, podcast, or YouTube channel you've been “planning” for two years.Final step:Commit to ONE thing that's already working and carry it forward. Whether it's sticking to your creative window or leaning into your night owl energy, just one thing that fits your brain. For me, it's this podcast. No pressure, no massive goals, no breakthroughs required. 2026 is happening no matter what. Go in knowing what energizes, pays, and fits your unique brain—and that's your built-in advantage.Mic Drop Moment:“We're great at building these complex offers that we think people want. We spend months perfecting the positioning, creating the fancy framework, building out the whole fricking thing. And then we're genuinely shocked when that simple little thing we threw together in an afternoon is the one that actually makes more money.”About the Host:Diann Wingert (she/her) is a seasoned coach, consultant, and the creator/host of ADHD-ish. Drawing from her many years of experience as a former psychotherapist, business owner, and someone who thinks "outside the box," Diann is known for her straight-talking, no-nonsense approach to the intersection of neurodiversity and business ownership. Enjoyed the...

What if today's most powerful AI systems are closer to a free-floating hippocampus than to a thinking mind? We dive into the messy borderlands between neuroscience, semiotics, and political economy to ask what LLMs really do, why they feel authoritative, and where their limits begin. Along the way, we explore how humans negotiate meaning in real time while models operate in a frozen field of correlations, why that matters for education and writing, and how the surveillance stack turns our lives into tidy sequences for machines to memorize.Together with our guest, we unpack grid cells, place cells, and the hippocampus as a vivid analogy for sequence modeling. Then we press on the big claims: can a next-token engine think, or does it merely interpolate? Why do these models stumble on math unless we bolt on tools? And how did the training corpus—heavy with ad copy, business speak, and now model-made text—nudge outputs toward a bland, consensus voice that can be tuned to institutional aims?None of this unfolds in a vacuum. We follow the money to examine power costs, chip monopolies, and a rush to constant capital that favors server farms over genuine productivity gains. The result looks like a bubble stitched to state-capital priorities and fragile cloud infrastructure, not an inevitable march toward “superintelligence.” If planning is back on the table, we argue it needs new objectives: replace the one-size value function with interpretable quotas for health, learning, resilience, and ecological limits, and design cybernetic feedback that respects agency instead of erasing it.Curious about a future where meaning stays alive and tools stay honest? Listen, share with a friend who's wrestling with AI's promises and pitfalls, and leave a review to tell us where you stand.Send us a text Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian

2025 didn't break you — it refined you. And 2026 isn't asking you to become someone new. It's asking you to come home. In this episode, we explore why the “new year, new you” mindset often leads to burnout and self-sabotage — and why real change doesn't come from urgency, hustle, or fixing yourself. We talk about: Why your body and nervous system respond to safety, not pressure How integration matters more than intensity right now Why so many New Year goals fail — and what actually supports lasting change The difference between reinventing yourself and returning to who you've always been This is the heart behind The Nourished Woman Within — a space where nutrition, movement, energy, faith, and inner child healing come together instead of competing.  If you're in the in-between…no longer who you were, not quite who you're becoming…this episode is for you. You don't need a rebrand. You need a return. Roots & Wings Retreat  F45: 2 Weeks for $26 Chapters: 00:00 Embracing Change, Reflection, and the End of 2025 02:20 Rebranding in 2026 vs. a Return to Yourself 03:15 A Year of Stripping Away & Refinement 05:41 The Father Wound & How Abandonment Shows Up 05:48 What Integration Really Means (Mind, Body, Energy) 08:51 Why Healing Can Make You Physically Tired 10:36 Rest, Self-Care, and Supporting Your Nervous System 11:31 Setting New Year Goals from Self-Love, Not Pressure 13:34 Entering the New Year with Supportive Energy 13:44 The Shift from Doing to Being 16:10 Fasting for 10 Years — A Tool That Still Feels Supportive 17:50 Coming Home to Yourself 20:00 F45 Promo: 2 Weeks for $26 21:05 Roots & Wings Weekend Retreat 21:39 The Nourished Woman Within — 4-Month Integration Container 24:01 Soup as Individual Ingredients vs. True Nourishment 29:11 Integration: Bringing It All Together 34:30 How Integration Shows Up in Everyday Life 35:00 Signs, Synchronicities, and Listening to the Invitations 36:34 Facing Fear of Rejection & Sharing Your Gift 42:07 Permission to Arrive Home to Yourself

As we wrap up 2025, it seems like everywhere you look, it's all about reflection journals, vision boards, 90-day planners, and goal-setting frameworks. If you're feeling absolutely nothing (or, let's be real, maybe a little guilty it's not working for you), I'm right there with you. So, instead of one more system to make you feel “less than,” I'm serving something totally different—a simple, honest inventory. Just three lists: Energy, Money, Time. Here's the breakdown:Energy InventoryWhat gave you energy this year? What absolutely drained you—even if it was profitable or “successful”?Which tasks, clients, or projects left you jazzed up… and which made you want to flee the building?Notice the patterns. Pattern recognition tends to be a skill that ADHD brains excel at.Money InventoryWhat actually made you money, versus what you thought should make you money?Which offers did people really buy? Where did revenue flow in from? What's gathering dust (subscriptions, courses, tech) in your digital library?If most of your money came from one thing, but you spent all your time on everything else—this is info, not failure.Time InventoryWhen did you do your best work? Was it in performance windows that don't match “normal” business hours?Was your magic at 10 pm in the car, Friday mornings, or after a walk or shower?This is about gathering intelligence, not shaming yourself. Design your days around your actual brain, not someone else's ideal.Subtraction is StrategyEvery time I let go of what wasn't working, the good stuff got even better. So maybe your “stop doing” list is more important than any “to-do” list. Eliminate the clients, offers, or systems that drain you, no matter how much they pay. Permission granted to not start that newsletter, podcast, or YouTube channel you've been “planning” for two years.Final step:Commit to ONE thing that's already working and carry it forward. Whether it's sticking to your creative window or leaning into your night owl energy, just one thing that fits your brain. For me, it's this podcast. No pressure, no massive goals, no breakthroughs required. 2026 is happening no matter what. Go in knowing what energizes, pays, and fits your unique brain—and that's your built-in advantage.Mic Drop Moment:“We're great at building these complex offers that we think people want. We spend months perfecting the positioning, creating the fancy framework, building out the whole fricking thing. And then we're genuinely shocked when that simple little thing we threw together in an afternoon is the one that actually makes more money.”About the Host:Diann Wingert (she/her) is a seasoned coach, consultant, and the creator/host of ADHD-ish. Drawing from her many years of experience as a former psychotherapist, business owner, and someone who thinks "outside the box," Diann is known for her straight-talking, no-nonsense approach to the intersection of neurodiversity and business ownership. Enjoyed the...

Episode Description: Welcome, warriors, to the final episode of the year! In this reflective, heart-centered conversation, we pause to honor everything this year asked of us, explore the importance of choosing ourselves, and set intentions for the year ahead, not as a “new year, new you” exercise, but as an invitation to care for and prioritize ourselves with compassion. We dive into: The power of choosing yourself as a practice, with intention Why resting, slowing down, and doing less is revolutionary for women How perfectionism, “prove-it-again” bias, & societal expectations shape our lives Reflections on community, support, and the collective wisdom of the Advancing Women Podcast Along the way, we revisit some of the year's most resonant AWP episodes: Permission to Pause: Can We Stop Doing and Just Be for a Minute?: Exploring why productivity has become a stand-in for worth and why rest is essential. Go Little: Comfort, Joy, and the Art of Doing Less: Redefining success and learning to embrace the meaningfulness of “small” actions and joy. There Is a Crack in Everything: That's How the Light Gets In: Inspired by Leonard Cohen's lyric and Kintsugi, exploring perfectionism, resilience, and honoring the cracks in our lives. This episode is a reminder that choosing yourself isn't selfish, it's necessary. It's about creating space, breathing room, and radical permission to prioritize your needs and growth. Thank you for walking this journey with me, for being part of our warrior community, and for showing up for yourself and each other. Episode Highlights / Key Takeaways: Choosing yourself is a skill or personality trait. It's a practice that comes from small, intentional actions. Reflection and pausing are just as valuable as action and productivity. The cracks in our lives aren't failures; they are opportunities for growth, wisdom, and light. Community matters: you are not alone in navigating all the things… Intentions are powerful even if resolutions aren't perfectly kept; the act of aiming toward growth is what matters. Let's Reflect: Take a moment to journal or reflect: What does “choosing yourself” look like for you right now? Where in your life can you create more space, permission, or breathing room? How can you step into the new year with intention, hope, and self-compassion? Let's Connect: Instagram: @AdvancingWomenPodcast  https://www.instagram.com/advancingwomenpodcast/?hl=en Facebook: Advancing Women Podcast https://www.facebook.com/advancingwomenpodcast/ LinkedIn: Dr. Kimberly DeSimone https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-desimone-phd-mba-ba00b88/

#731 What if the only thing standing between you and your next level of success isn't strategy — but the way your mind handles pressure, uncertainty, and fear? In this episode, host Kirsten Tyrrel sits down with Itamar Marani — former Israeli special operations and undercover agent turned elite performance coach — to unpack how high achievers unlock their next level when pressure is high and clarity is low. Itamar shares his surprising path from special ops to running a marketing agency, to being urged by successful founders to “ditch the agency and coach,” ultimately leading to his coaching-and-consulting business. He breaks down the three “success killers” that quietly cap an entrepreneur's growth and how to shift from emotion-driven decisions to strategy-driven action so you can stop procrastinating, stop playing small, and start performing like the version of you who already has the results! What we discuss with Itamar: + Special ops to entrepreneurship + Mindset under pressure + From agency to coaching + Elite performance principles + Imposter syndrome & discomfort + Three “success killers” + Playing not to lose + Emotion vs strategy + Permission to take action Thank you, Itamar! Check out Itamar Marani at ItamarMarani.com. To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In Episode 419 of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Chris Paul take a hard look at the resurfacing of election fraud narratives and the growing push to sell the public on a “new” election system. The discussion centers on recent fraud revelations, coordinated media messaging, and why recycled election fixes should be viewed with skepticism. The hosts dig into a recent Supreme Court ruling involving the National Guard and unpack how it's being mischaracterized by commentators claiming it grants Trump new authority. They break down why the President never needed permission to fulfill constitutional duties and why framing it that way exposes a deeper problem with public understanding of government power. Other topics include financial fraud, silver market manipulation, geopolitical theater involving Ukraine and Russia, and why Americans, not foreign actors, bear responsibility for the systemic corruption exposed since 2020. The episode challenges listeners to confront uncomfortable truths about legitimacy, accountability, and what real reform would actually require.

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It is December 27th. This is a strange day; it feels like limbo. The adrenaline of the big day has vanished, but the world is already trying to claw its way back in with sales alerts, friends wanting to meet up, or family asking about leftovers.There is a pressure to be productive today—to go out and grab a bargain or make the most of your time off. Stop. Take a deep breath and push all of that away.In today's 10-minute session, we are practicing JOMO: The Joy of Missing Out. This is your official permission slip to be unavailable, unproductive, and to hibernate.In this guided meditation, you will learn to:Mute the Chaos: Use a mental "remote control" to silence the swirling vortex of high street noise and demand, turning the busy world to grey until it dissolves.Release the Guilt: Acknowledge the feeling that you "should" be doing something and gently tell it: "Not today".Enter the Hibernation Cave: Visualize a safe, warm space—perhaps a cabin deep in the snowy forest or a room with soundproof walls—where time has stopped.Internalize New Affirmations: Repeat deeply healing statements like, "My peace is more important than their expectations" and "I am enough just as I am, doing absolutely nothing".Rest is not laziness; it is preservation. You are protecting your peace and allowing your nervous system to come down from the high alert of the holidays.

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As I approach my five-year cancerversary, I found myself reflecting on the woman I was the day I heard the words "you have cancer." In this solo episode, I speak directly to her...and to every woman walking this road right now. Whether you're newly diagnosed, in treatment, or years out, this episode is a reminder that you're not alone—and that life after cancer can still be meaningful, joyful, and deeply aligned.

In this episode of the Journey to Joy podcast, host Moyra Gorski welcomes a special guest, Jamie, whom she met during a retreat for cancer survivors. Moyra shares her personal experience with breast cancer and discusses how vulnerability can lead to connection and healing. The conversation highlights the mission of Faith Through Fire, a nonprofit organization that supports cancer survivors through mentorship. Listeners can expect to hear inspiring stories of resilience, practical tips for maintaining health during life's challenges, and encouragement to seek joy amidst the chaos. Join Moyra  and Jamie as they embark on a heartfelt journey to discover joy and support one another in overcoming life's obstacles. ------------------ 00:00:00 - Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast 00:00:18 - Host Introduction and Mission 00:01:13 - Guest Introduction: Jamie Grieshaber 00:02:06 - Meeting Jamie and the Cancer Retreat 00:03:45 - Faith Through Fire and Mentorship 00:05:06 - The Importance of Vulnerability 00:07:04 - Moira's Cancer Journey and Sharing Stories 00:09:05 - Jamie's Cancer Diagnosis and Initial Reactions 00:11:05 - Receiving the Diagnosis on Her 40th Birthday 00:13:09 - Navigating Fear and Urgency in Cancer Treatment 00:15:09 - Permission to Pause and Make Informed Decisions 00:17:06 - The Power of Sharing and Controlling the Narrative 00:19:02 - Support and Positivity from the Community 00:21:00 - Jamie's Blog and Finding Joy in Hard Times 00:23:01 - Choosing Not to Reconstruct and Setting Boundaries 00:25:06 - Dealing with External Pressures and Projections 00:27:06 - Processing Loss and Redefining Self 00:29:02 - The Importance of Taking Time for Self-Reflection 00:31:08 - Finding the Cancer in Life and Letting Go of Control 00:33:03 - The Value of Solitude and Personal Retreats 00:35:08 - Choosing to Live Fully and Actively Seeking Joy 00:37:08 - The Concept of Joy vs. Happiness 00:39:09 - Finding Joy in Small Things and Everyday Moments 00:41:10 - Gratitude Practices and Daily Joy 00:43:05 - Humor and Absurdity in Joyful Moments --------------   Want to continue to support ?  Buy me a cup of coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/juggling Grab your Mind, Body and Spirit Wellness guide here. Check out my journal today. Purchase your own Journey to Joy Journal .  Book your Find your JOY discovery call here.  Reach out to me @ moyra@moyragorski.com  Or find me on Social  Facebook here  Instagram here  

SEASON 6 of Emetophobia Help TRIGGER WARNING: Words such as "vomit,” “throw up” and "sick" may be used. Host: Anna Christie, Psychotherapist and Emetophobia SpecialistGuest: Samantha Ramsdell11 Emetophobia CLASSES with Anna: www.emetophobiahelp.org/classesFacebook Group: Emetophobia NO PANICANNA & DAVID'S BOOK: Emetophobia: Understanding and Treating Fear of Vomiting in Children and Adults: Russ, David, Dr., Christie, Anna S., FOR KIDS: "Turnaround Anxiety Program" with Emetophobia supplement (McCarthy/Russ) and  Emetophobia! The Ultimate Kids' Guide eBook : Russ. PhD, DavidBuy Me a Coffeehttps://buymeacoffee.com/emethelpIntro Music: YouTube Audio Library, "Far Away (Sting)" by MK2, Used with Permission.Support the showAnna's Website: www.emetophobiahelp.orgResource site for Clinicians: www.emetophobia.netMERCH for stress, anxiety, panic: www.katralex.com

Are you feeling the holiday pressure to make everything perfect? You're not alone!   Take a deep breath and join me for a short but meaningful episode on this Christmas day. Let's explore what it means to truly be present, to rest, and to enjoy the simple joys of the season.   I hope this episode brings you peace and joy this Christmas. May you find meaning in simply being, right where you are.   Wishing you a Merry Christmas filled with love and presence.  

Send us a textDecember 25 — Christmas Day“Merry Christmas, friend. Today we pause to rejoice — the Savior has come, and His love changes everything.”as this beautiful seasons closes and a New year looms---If you're sensing a quiet pull toward something new… that's not your imagination. That's the Holy Spirit inviting you to RESET —✨ to honor what is ending, ✨ to create space for what is emerging, ✨ and to step forward with clarity and confidence.God is awakening your next chapter — the one that reflects who you've become and the dream He's still unfolding.You are becoming someone beautiful. And your future is becoming something intentional. ✨Visit my website at patlayton.net for a life changing INVITATION to RESETfor 2026!Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Jamie Merchant, the author of Endgame, joins us to talk about the current chaos. Start with the spectacle and you miss the structure. We step past the daily outrage to map Trumpism as a regime built by a new insurgent fraction of capital—tech oligarchs, private equity, and venture investors—who are eager to smash norms, rewrite rules, and route public money through tariffs, defense contracts, and boutique industrial policy. Their rise squeezes out the old asset-management establishment, pushes it toward the Democrats, and locks the opposition into a politics of “normality” that cannot mobilize the base or contest power.We trace the media's role in this shift: a long slide from public-service reporting to algorithmic engagement that rewards emotional spikes and partisan framing. Biden's term tried to stabilize the system with CHIPS, infrastructure, and managed globalization, but even light-touch AI regulation, the SVB collapse, and worker pushback inside tech drove Valley elites rightward. Meanwhile, the stock market's euphoria masks a real economy straining under a profitability crisis. AI's massive data-center build may juice capex and energy demand, but unless it raises productivity broadly, we're sitting on a bubble that deepens monopoly dynamics without delivering shared growth.Zooming out, we argue we're living through a new state-capitalist era with less capacity: the government takes bigger stakes, centralizes power in the executive, and leans on tariffs as revenue, even as planning expertise and administrative muscle erode. The postwar managerial state—Keynesian levers, technocratic confidence, public legitimacy—is gone. That's why policy-first left populism keeps hitting a wall. Without a living, rooted class subject, electoral surges can't endure. We sketch a different route: rebuild working-class civil society—mutual aid, cultural institutions, education, and cross-sector networks that bridge immigrants, service workers, industrial remnants, and professionals. Strategy begins where the regime is weakest: in the social substrate it can't manage or monetize.Hear candid takes on the investor realignment behind Trumpism, the AI bubble loop, why Democrats are structurally stuck, and how to make organizing matter when the state can't—or won't—govern for the whole. If this resonates, share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave a review to help others find the show.Send us a text Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian

This is a love letter to remind you what's important this holiday season. Let's take a moment to reflect on who you are, what you've gone through this year, and what you're ready to step into next. And this holiday season, before you pour into anybody else, take a moment to honor yourself. You've spent a whole year building, stretching, and showing up. Women and mothers hold a lot of invisible labor. Many days, without applause. But what's different this year is that you learned to hold boundaries and give yourself credit for the work you've done. You held to your boundaries and acknowledged your accomplishments. You've come a long way, and that's worth honoring this Christmas Day. In this episode, you will learn about: What I really want you to know this holiday season. A reminder that you are doing incredible and you are enough. How you've grown this year and why we're taking a moment to honor that. Permission to no longer be the woman who settles or shrinks. The gift your past self wouldn't let yourself receive (but now you will). How your kindness, softness, and rest is your strength. What I want you to remember about yourself this Christmas day. How this is only the beginning of the amazing things to come next year.     Get 10% off your Sage Haus House Manager today! Use code: SAGEHAUSWILD   Check out The Pink Skirt Project, happening July 9-10, 2026 in Kelowna, BC, Canada.   Want to get unstuck, feel more confident and surround yourself with women ready to help you climb? Join The Pink Skirt Society.   Got a minute? I would love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap, and give me five stars. Then select "Write a Review." Make sure to highlight your favorite bits. Subscribe here. Connect with Renée: @renee_warren www.reneewarren.com

Does tonight feel heavy? Christmas Eve often comes with a unique kind of pressure—the noise of family, the rush of last-minute expectations, or perhaps the deafening silence of being alone.In this special holiday episode of Calming Anxiety, we are closing the door on the world. I have built a sanctuary for you—a place where there are no gifts to wrap, no roles to play, and no demands on your energy.Join me by the virtual log fire for a session of deep, somatic relaxation. Using the ancient, safety-inducing sound of crackling wood and warm embers, we will melt away the tension of the last few weeks and offer you the greatest gift of the season: Permission to just "be."In this festive rescue session, we will:Escape the Chaos: Step out of the holiday noise and into a dim, cozy room warmed by a roaring fire.Practice Flame Gazing: Use the hypnotic nature of fire to focus your mind and stop intrusive thoughts.Release the "To-Do" List: Watch your stress and obligations turn to ash and disappear up the chimney.The "Blue Christmas" Reset: A gentle reminder that you do not need to be "merry and bright" to be worthy. You just need to exist.

In this reflective, clinically rich conversation, Molly and Clarissa begin by looking back on the words that shaped their last year—and naming the ones guiding them forward. From emanate and flourishing to safety and permission, they explore how intention-setting collides with real life, nervous systems, social context, and recovery work. From there, the episode moves into a nuanced and often uncomfortable topic: "volume addiction." Is overeating whole foods after removing ultra-processed foods simply binge eating disorder in disguise? Sometimes yes. Sometimes no. And sometimes it's something entirely different. Drawing from decades of combined experience in addiction treatment, mental health, trauma, and eating disorders, Molly and Clarissa unpack: Why labeling overeating as a new "addiction" can do more harm than good How binge eating disorder is diagnosed (and why food type alone doesn't define it) The roles of nervous system dysregulation, trauma, habit learning, dopamine loops, hormones, and survival biology Why early recovery often includes a messy stabilization period—and why that's not pathology The tension between rigid food rules and true safety Why embodiment, somatic work, mindfulness, and self-compassion are foundational—not optional They also challenge both food addiction and eating disorder paradigms when they become overly rigid, externalized, or disconnected from lived experience. Instead, they make a compelling case for internal resources over external control, and for recovery approaches that allow experimentation, nervous system safety, and individual variation. This episode is an invitation to think more broadly, more compassionately, and more critically—about labels, treatment, and what long-term recovery actually requires. ✨ Key themes include: Safety as a prerequisite for flourishing Permission to disappoint, experiment, and be fully yourself Why healing is inherently non-linear and embodied Moving beyond shame, restriction, and one-size-fits-all answers If you've ever wondered whether something is "wrong" with you for still struggling after removing ultra-processed foods—or felt boxed in by labels that no longer fit—this conversation offers both validation and a way forward.

This week, Ella and Berenice talk about giving yourself permission — to play, to take risks, to be hot regardless of what anyone thinks, and to stop living life in performance mode. With equal parts humor and honesty, they unpack the invisible rules people follow around likability, seriousness, and being “realistic,” and how those rules quietly kill joy. From taking bold risks without waiting to feel ready, to letting yourself be confident, unserious, and fully yourself, it's a conversation about loosening the grip, tuning out the noise, and choosing joy on purpose.✨ Follow & watch:IG: @thanks4urconcern @berenicediazm @ellaltudorTikTok: @thanks4yourconcern @berenicediazm @ellaltudorYouTube: youtube.com/@thanksforyourconcernpod

Send us a textDecember 24 — Christmas Eve“Welcome. On this holy night, we pause to listen for the whisper of hope that filled the world when Christ was born.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Today, I want to talk with you about giving yourself permission to pause. As we move through a season that's usually packed with busyness and long to-do lists, I'm inviting you to slow down—truly rest and enjoy the present moment without feeling guilty or needing to justify it. In this episode, I'm sharing why stepping out of your normal routine, even just for a little while, can help you feel more clear-headed, creative, and connected with the people around you. I believe taking this kind of pause sets us up to enter the new year feeling grounded and restored. Let's let go of the constant push for productivity and embrace a week of presence, laughter, and simple joy, and enjoy what happens when we allow ourselves to just be. Happy Holidays!  Show Highlights: Permission to pause and rest this holiday. [00:48] Challenging the urge to use downtime for productivity. [01:50] Embracing presence and the magic of slowing down. [03:06] The personal benefits of pausing. [05:52] Explicit permission to release productivity guilt. [06:38] Will you join the collective pause this holiday? [07:51] If you're ready to make courageous choices that create a life you love, join the BRAVE waitlist today: https://brilliant-balance.com/brave Subscribe to the Brilliant Balance Weekly: www.brilliant-balance.com/weekly Follow Cherylanne on Instagram: www.instagram.com/cskolnicki

Send us a textDecember 23“Take a breath. Today we lean into anticipation, letting our hearts grow soft and open to the miracle of Jesus' coming.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

Happy holidays and winter break! Today's short and sweet episode is your permission slip to unplug for the rest of the year. Review full show notes and resources at mollycahill.com/podcastMentioned in this Episode:Group Program Content Sprint: mollycahill.com/sprintBrick: getbrick.appConnect with Molly:Holistic Marketing Hub holisticmarketinghub.com/enrollInstagram: instagram.com/mollyacahill

Send us a textDecember 22“Welcome to this quiet pause. Today we remember that God delights to meet us in ordinary moments — even the December swirl.”Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me!

He comes to Esther with a question about how to feel worthy without constantly having to prove himself. For him, it's not just personal, it's also racial. Defining himself on what he calls the “path of black excellence,” achievement has become both a burden and a measure of identity. Together, they explore what it means to experience calm and worthiness, not through doing, but simply by being. Esther Callings are a one time, 45-60 minute interventional phone call with Esther. They are edited for time, clarity, and anonymity. If you have a question you would like to talk through with Esther, send a voice memo to producer@estherperel.com. Producer's Note: When our anonymous guests do a session with Esther for the podcast, it is an act of generosity for everyone who listens. These sessions are meant not only to support the people in the room with Esther, but all of us who learn from their stories. Our stories have many chapters, and what you hear is just one moment in someone's journey. So even though the sessions are anonymous, please remember that real people are behind them and they may be reading your comments. Also, please join me on Entre Nous, my new home on Substack for anyone who wants to live, love, and work with more connection and imagination. I invite you to sign up and become a free or paid member at estherperel.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices