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In this Finance Colombia exclusive, Francisco “Pacho” Santos sits down for an in-depth interview with Loren Moss to discuss current events in Colombia. Santos is the former vice president of Colombia under Alvaro Uribe, and former Ambassador to the United States during the Ivan Duque administration.Santos is equally outspoken and fluent in English as he is in Spanish, and shares his opinion on:Petro's frustration, improvisation and his stalled reformsColombia's new Attorney General Luz Adriana CamargoWeaknesses in Colombia's prosecutorial structureGustavo Petro's “Paz Total” or “Total Peace” initiativeSantos' time as a victim of kidnapping and how it shaped his politicsThe state of the Colombia – US bilateral relationshipThe surging cocaine production in ColombiaA critique of both Biden & TrumpThe failure of US domestic drug policyColombia's health system & Petro's proposed health reformThe governance crisis at EcopetrolThe Thomas Greg passport scandal in the foreign ministryFiscal discipline and institutionality in the current administrationThe former Vice President's future projects  Read more at Finance Colombia https://www.financecolombia.com/Need to hire bilingual talent? Try EmpleoBilingüe! https://empleobilingue.com/

Stan, JP, and Jordan delved deeper into the concepts of libertarian free will, compatibilism, and determinism, extending their discussion beyond theological topics to many other important issues. In this episode, we discuss:Implications of our understanding of freedom related to law and politicsThe difference between freedom and determinism in the social sciencesUnderstanding counseling in light of our free willHow understanding the nature of free will helps us grow in ChristFree will as a reason to believe we have a soulThe theme of hope and redemption in Scripture, and why this should inform our views on freedom Resources and References:John Seale, The National Endowment for the HumanitiesMass Shootings: The Role of the Media in Promoting Generalized Imitation Peggy Noonan, "We're More Than Political Animals" - Wall Street JournalThinking Christianly #19: Finding Quiet When Experiencing Anxiety and DepressionDallas Willard, The Spirit of the Disciplines

Uncover the unexpected impact of the Trump campaign on the evangelical community as NPR journalist Sarah McCammon shares her personal journey. Her book delves into the complex experiences of those navigating a transition away from evangelicalism, offering a raw and empathetic perspective. Join us as we explore the surprising insights and vulnerabilities that shape this compelling narrative. Stay tuned for a revealing conversation that will leave you with a fresh perspective and a newfound appreciation for diverse religious experiences.My special guest is Sarah McCammonSarah McCammon, a national political correspondent for NPR and co-host of the NPR Politics podcast, is recognized for her extensive coverage of political, social, and cultural divisions in America, specifically delving into the intersections of politics and religion, reproductive rights, and the conservative movement. With past experience as NPR's lead political reporter during the 2016 election cycle, assigned to the Donald Trump campaign, she offers a comprehensive understanding of the impact of Trumpism on evangelical communities. Her upcoming book, "The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living, and Leaving the White Evangelical Church," draws from her personal background growing up in white evangelicalism in the Midwest, providing a firsthand perspective on the subject matter. Sarah McCammon's authoritative insights, coupled with her personal experiences, contribute a significant and authentic viewpoint to the discussion.Don't be afraid of questions. Try to find trusted people, whether that's people in your church or outside of it, people who are of goodwill and that love you and tell them what you're thinking about. - Sarah McCammonIn this episode, you will be able to:Unpacking the challenges of an evangelical upbringing - understanding the complexities and impact on personal identity.Exploring the influence of Trumpism on evangelical communities, shedding light on shifting ideologies and values.Understanding the evolving demographics of American Christianity and its implications for society and culture.Embracing inclusivity and diversity in religious spaces, fostering a sense of belonging and understanding for all individuals.Analyzing the role of media in shaping evangelical narratives, providing insight into the power of storytelling and representation.Evolving Demographics of American ChristianityThe landscape of American Christianity is undergoing a marked transformation, with shifts in demographics and the growing influence of social media. As Sarah emphasizes, these changes may result in a more liberal, secular, and diverse religious demographic. Recognizing and embracing these shifts is crucial for evolving religious spaces and fostering inclusivity and diversity within such communities.The resources mentioned in this episode are:Preorder Sarah McCammon's book The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living, and Leaving the White Evangelical Church releasing on March 19, 2024. Preordering helps support the book's sales and ensures you receive it as soon as it's available.Follow Sarah McCammon on Twitter at @sarahmccammon for updates, insights, and discussions on her work and the topics she covers.Subscribe to Sarah McCammon's Substack Off the Air for nuanced conversations, personal insights, and behind-the-scenes stories from her experiences as a journalist.Join the Difference Makers community on Patreon to access exclusive, in-depth conversations with guests like Sarah McCammon, where you can engage with others and learn how to make a difference together.Engage with Sarah McCammon's work and share your thoughts on her book, her insights, and the topics discussed in the podcast to continue the conversation and contribute to making a difference.The key moments in this episode are:00:00:02 - Introduction to the World of Difference podcast00:00:44 - Benefits of Therapy and Betterhelp00:01:17 - Introduction of Sarah McCammon00:02:27 - Sarah McCammon's Background and Book00:03:00 - Personal Vulnerability in Writing00:14:09 - Finding Inner Strength00:16:34 - Impact of Trump Narrative00:19:52 - Pressure for Perfectionism00:23:08 - Understanding Exvangelical00:27:43 - Impact of Evangelical Movement00:28:58 - Rise of the Nones and Impact on Politics00:29:36 - Factors Contributing to Change00:30:15 - Church Response and Criticism00:32:24 - Intimate Perspectives and Voices00:35:22 - Inclusivity and Diverse Perspectives00:43:25 - The Impact of Gen Z in the Election00:44:25 - Future of Exvangelical Movement00:46:08 - Evolving Religious Spaces00:47:28 - Connecting with Sarah00:48:23 - Sarah's Writing and ImpactI think it's okay to pray anytime you want. And I don't think you have to know exactly what you think about that. - Sarah McCammonTimestamped summary of this episode:00:00:02 - Introduction to the World of Difference podcastHost Lori Adams Brown introduces the podcast as a platform for those who are different and want to make a difference. She also mentions the podcast's sponsor, Betterhelp, and the benefits of therapy for personal growth and self-discovery.00:00:44 - Benefits of Therapy and BetterhelpBrown discusses the benefits of therapy for personal growth, self-discovery, and mental well-being. She highlights the role of therapy in understanding oneself and making a positive impact on the world. Lori Adams-Brown also promotes Betterhelp as a resource for professional therapy.00:01:17 - Introduction of Sarah McCammonBrown introduces Sarah McCammon as a national political correspondent for NPR and co-host of the NPR Politics podcast. She outlines McCammon's work focusing on political, social, and cultural divides in America, including the intersections of politics and religion, reproductive rights, and the conservative movement.00:02:27 - Sarah McCammon's Background and BookBrown discusses McCammon's upcoming book, "The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living, and Leaving the White Evangelical Church," highlighting McCammon's personal experience growing up in white evangelicalism in the Midwest. Brown also mentions McCammon's diverse media appearances and her current residence in Norfolk, Virginia.00:03:00 - Personal Vulnerability in WritingBrown and McCammon discuss the personal vulnerability of writing about one's experiences, with McCammon sharing her00:14:09 - Finding Inner StrengthSarah shares a spiritual moment of finding inner strength in a challenging situation outside the church. She discusses the evangelical expectation of spiritual moments and the concept of loving one's enemies.00:16:34 - Impact of Trump NarrativeSarah discusses how the Trump narrative of labeling reporters as the worst people has affected the perception of evangelical whistleblowers reporting spiritual or sexual abuse in churches. She highlights the importance of criticisms from within the evangelical community.00:19:52 - Pressure for PerfectionismSarah reflects on the intense pressure for perfectionism and behavior management of children within evangelical spiritual formation. She shares her experience of feeling the responsibility to be a witness for Jesus through her family's appearance and behavior.00:23:08 - Understanding ExvangelicalSarah explains the term "exvangelical" and addresses misconceptions about the group being exclusively non-religious or secular. She emphasizes the common experience of stepping away from evangelicalism and the complexity of the journey.00:27:43 - Impact of Evangelical MovementSarah discusses the well-established impact of the evangelical movement on American politics and society. She also explores the broader societal and cultural impact of the exvangelical movement, highlighting its role in the larger shift away from religion.00:28:58 - Rise of the Nones and Impact on PoliticsThe conversation delves into the growing demographic of the Nones and its potential impact on American politics, as well as the erosion of the Republican base and the rise of a more liberal and secular movement.00:29:36 - Factors Contributing to ChangeDemographic changes, social media, and the impact of Trumpism are discussed as factors contributing to the shift in evangelicalism and Christianity, with implications for both politics and culture.00:30:15 - Church Response and CriticismThe conversation explores the responses of churches and prominent pastors to the move away from evangelicalism, as well as the criticism from Christian evangelical thinkers and the need for churches to become more open to diverse points of view.00:32:24 - Intimate Perspectives and VoicesThe dialogue emphasizes the value of intimate perspectives and granular insights from individuals raised in the evangelical world, shedding light on experiences and perspectives often overlooked in academic conversations.00:35:22 - Inclusivity and Diverse PerspectivesThe conversation highlights the need for inclusivity and the elevation of voices of people of color and women in evangelical spaces, as well as the potential impact on shaping priorities, theology, and perspectives on scriptures.00:43:25 - The Impact of Gen Z in the ElectionThe conversation begins with a focus on Gen Z's influence on the upcoming election and their diverse upbringing in the digital age, reflecting on the changes happening in society.00:44:25 - Future of Exvangelical MovementSarah discusses the challenges faced by younger exvangelicals in forming their own religious identity and the need for more inclusive religious spaces. She also explores potential future trends in an increasingly diverse and secularized society.00:46:08 - Evolving Religious SpacesThe discussion shifts to the evolution of religious spaces, with a particular focus on churches genuinely welcoming non-traditional beliefs and the need for meaningful connections in an evolving society.00:47:28 - Connecting with SarahSarah shares her presence on various social media platforms, emphasizing her engagement with Substack for more nuanced conversations and insights into her life as a journalist and a mother.00:48:23 - Sarah's Writing and ImpactThe conversation concludes with a focus on Sarah's impactful writing, her vulnerability in exploring personal narratives, and the importance of amplifying her voice and perspective in the media and journalism industry.I think there's something like that, particularly in an increasingly diverse and secularized society. I think people are always going to need connection and look for meaning, but where they find it, I think might change a little bit. - Sarah McCammonhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/aworldofdifference/https://www.facebook.com/A-World-of-Difference-613933132591673/https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.comhttps://www.twitter.com/@awodpodhttps://www.youtube.com/@aworldofdifference

Right after 9/11, Representative Bobby Cox joined the US Army with a deep sense of a need to serve. His career took off like a rocket, serving four combat tours in the Middle East with elite units like the 101st Airborne Division, 75th Ranger Regiment, and the 82nd Airborne Division.He could have gone all the way to the top, but after 13 years of full time military service, he and his wife made the unusual decision to "jump" into the world of business and politics. Now he is both the Vice President of Government Affairs for SIG SAUER and a Congressman in the South Carolina State Legislature.You'll hear:The 1 piece of advice that guides all of his leadership decisionsWhy he left the world he knew for the unknown world of politicsThe top 4 characteristics he says will help you succeed in any environmentThe surprising way he announced he was running for officeWhat we both believe should be the motivation behind everything you doLearn more about Bobby Cox on FacebookLeave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them!To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don't, fill out this 5-minute survey.Don't let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.

Book Vs. Movie: The Children's HourThe 1934 Play Vs. the 1936 ("These Three") & 1961 AdaptationLillian Hellman's first play, The Children's Hour, caused a sensation in 1934 when it debuted on Broadway with the tale of two schoolteachers accused of being lesbians when homosexuality was illegal in much of the U.S. The show was so scandalous that a Chicago run was canceled. Hellman always stated that the play's moral was about the power of lies and how they can affect an entire community. In 1936, Hellman wrote the screenplay for its first adaptation, These Three, starring Merle Oberon, Miriam Hopkins, and Joel McRea, jettisoning the lesbian subplot. It was directed by William Wyler, who reluctantly allowed the changes due to the Hays Code but was eager to take on the material again one day. In this episode, the Margos talk about the 1936 & 1961 adaptations with most of the original script intact, both directed by Wyler. The story takes place in New England with two friends who run an all-girls boarding school and have a student who gossips about their relationship. While the parents are upset about having lesbians around their children, Karen and Martha fight for their careers and reputation. What are the other differences between the original play and the film? Which version did the Margos like better? Have a listen!In this ep the Margos discuss:Playwright Lillian Hellman and her politicsThe censoring of the original work to filmThe cast of the 1961 film: Audrey Hepburn (Karen,) Shiley MacLaine (Martha,) James Garner (Joe,) Miriam Hopkins (Lily,) Fay Bainter (Amelia,) Karen Balkin (Mary,) Veronica Cartwright (Rosalie,) and Mimi Gibson as Evelyn.Clips used:Aunt Lily confronts MarthaThese Three trailer (1936)The Children's Hour (1961 trailer)BBC 1971 playMary and Cousin Joe talkThe coming-out sceneKaren announces her wedding dayMusic: Alex NorthBook Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love Frolic.Media/podcasts. Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupFollow us on Twitter @bookversusmovieInstagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/Email us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D. Twitter @BrooklynMargo Margo D's Blog www.brooklynfitchick.com Margo D's Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D's TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohuebrooklynfitchick@gmail.comYou can buy your copy of Filmed in Brooklyn here! Margo P. Twitter @ShesNachoMamaMargo P's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/Margo P's Blog https://coloniabook.weebly.com/ Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on Instagram @Studio39Marketing & @musicalmadeleine

Book Vs. Movie: The Children's HourThe 1934 Play Vs. the 1936 ("These Three") & 1961 AdaptationLillian Hellman's first play, The Children's Hour, caused a sensation in 1934 when it debuted on Broadway with the tale of two schoolteachers accused of being lesbians when homosexuality was illegal in much of the U.S. The show was so scandalous that a Chicago run was canceled. Hellman always stated that the play's moral was about the power of lies and how they can affect an entire community. In 1936, Hellman wrote the screenplay for its first adaptation, These Three, starring Merle Oberon, Miriam Hopkins, and Joel McRea, jettisoning the lesbian subplot. It was directed by William Wyler, who reluctantly allowed the changes due to the Hays Code but was eager to take on the material again one day. In this episode, the Margos talk about the 1936 & 1961 adaptations with most of the original script intact, both directed by Wyler. The story takes place in New England with two friends who run an all-girls boarding school and have a student who gossips about their relationship. While the parents are upset about having lesbians around their children, Karen and Martha fight for their careers and reputation. What are the other differences between the original play and the film? Which version did the Margos like better? Have a listen!In this ep the Margos discuss:Playwright Lillian Hellman and her politicsThe censoring of the original work to filmThe cast of the 1961 film: Audrey Hepburn (Karen,) Shiley MacLaine (Martha,) James Garner (Joe,) Miriam Hopkins (Lily,) Fay Bainter (Amelia,) Karen Balkin (Mary,) Veronica Cartwright (Rosalie,) and Mimi Gibson as Evelyn.Clips used:Aunt Lily confronts MarthaThese Three trailer (1936)The Children's Hour (1961 trailer)BBC 1971 playMary and Cousin Joe talkThe coming-out sceneKaren announces her wedding dayMusic: Alex NorthBook Vs. Movie is part of the Frolic Podcast Network. Find more podcasts you will love Frolic.Media/podcasts. Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupFollow us on Twitter @bookversusmovieInstagram: Book Versus Movie https://www.instagram.com/bookversusmovie/Email us at bookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D. Twitter @BrooklynMargo Margo D's Blog www.brooklynfitchick.com Margo D's Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D's TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@margodonohuebrooklynfitchick@gmail.comYou can buy your copy of Filmed in Brooklyn here! Margo P. Twitter @ShesNachoMamaMargo P's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shesnachomama/Margo P's Blog https://coloniabook.weebly.com/ Our logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on Instagram @Studio39Marketing & @musicalmadeleine This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5406542/advertisement

Jessica Lall in the LA Mayoral Race of the City of Angels, City of Leaders, She discusses the Housing Crisis and the Future of Political Engagement. Jessica Lall has been at the forefront of policy and social reform here in Los Angeles for years, especially with respect to housing and economic development. She ran a captivating campaign for LA Mayor with a groundswell of support before pulling. In this illuminating discussion, we explore what the new incoming Mayor will need to do to heal the city, how to improve housing development, and how to create a pipeline of leadership for young new talent.Key Highlights:[00:01 - 05:42] - Opening segmentDr. Rusha introduces Jessica Lall!Civic engagement is key to solving the city's problemsEffective leadership is essential to overcoming polarization and ideology[05:43 - 16:53] – Overcoming Obstacles To Leadership: Women, Minorities, and Economically Disadvantaged CommunitiesThe important role of the Los Angeles Homeless Services AuthorityCost-effective and environmentally sustainable than traditional construction methods[16:54 - 44:31] – Building Trust And Empathy Through Vulnerability In LeadershipCentering women in the economy, small businesses, and minority-owned business is key to Los Angeles' successRevisiting the city charter is necessary to address the challenges of todayCreating a pipeline for people to engage in government and leadershipCampaign finance reform is important in order to make it easier for people to get involved in politicsThe importance of vulnerability in leadership[44:32 – 47:37] - Closing Segment        If you want to learn more about her work, listeners can follow her on Instagram and    Twitter accounts.Connect with Jessica Lall: LinkedIn: Jessica Lall Twitter: Jessica LallCRAVING MORE?What are you waiting for? Head to Alchemy of Politics; join the conversation and start a change reaction! Follow us on Instagram and Tik Tok.You can connect with Dr. Rusha on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.Thanks for tuning in! If you liked my show, LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, and subscribe!Share it with your friends, and family, and spark a conversation. Contribute, comment, and disagree.Remember: Solutions, not shouting.Tweetable Quotes:Jessica Lall - "When we talk about our homelessness crisis overall, we have to realize that there is no one silver bullet that's going to address and solve the problem.”Jessica Lall - "Every asset and every virtue can become a vice if we don't have leadership… Talking about these issues and figuring out ways to connect people in real meaningful ways, I do believe that's our biggest opportunity."Dr. Rusha Modi - “When we're in challenging times, we need leaders that can kind of light that path forward.”

“Even though more women are getting into politics, it's still not an even playing field.”In this episode of Power Presence Academy, I talk to Elena Christopoulos, a commissioner in the city of Santa Monica, California whose goal is to get more women in politics. Elena shares some truly wise words and lessons she's learned throughout her journey that will help you be a better and happier leader, whether you're in politics or not.  In this episode:Elena's journey and some lessons she learned along the wayThe way self-doubt impacted Elena and how she overcame itHow Elena went from Political Consultant to a Politician herselfElena's insider advice for women who want to get into politicsThe importance of having mentors and a safety netA different way to look at rejectionAnd more!Power Presence Academy: Practical Wisdom for Leaders is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies.Noteworthy Quotes from This Episode“Elena, pay it forward. And once you get to a position where you can hire diverse voices, diverse folks produce diverse outcomes and diverse solutions. [...] if you get different people in the room, that's where the magic happens.”“I realized that vulnerability is strength. And you know, not only do I believe it, I know it to be true.”“I learned at an early age from an aunt [who] passed away in Greece: “You need to find mentors in your life, regardless of what you do.”“Rejection, mistakes, and other things like failures. They just set you up for success down the road, I believe.”“I think that women are stronger together [...] I mean, we are so strong together. It's no competition, it's collaboration, right? And that's how we work well together.”Free Gift Offer:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts.  Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.  I'll send you a free gift to help you create your most powerful leadership presence if you submit the review and send me an email!Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliConnect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Elena Christopoulos

Yigal Ravid is one of the most famous news voices in Israel. He was there through a giant chunk of Israel's history. He carries deep knowledge and experience of Israel's and the world's political tapestry. I was honored to sit down with Yigal and talk politics, the world's state of affairs, and even aliens. As he said in our conversation, maybe we could get deeper into more personal issues next time. I can't wait for that next conversation. But for now, sit back, relax, and enjoy my conversation with the one and only, Yigal Ravid. Yigal Ravid is one of the most famous news voices in Israel. He was there through a giant chunk of Israel's history. He carries deep knowledge and experience of Israel's and the world's political tapestry. I grew up hearing his voice on the radio and seeing him giving correspondence on big political issues on TV. It was an absolute honor to sit down with Yigal and talk politics, the world's state of affairs, and even aliens. As he said in our conversation, maybe we could get deeper into more personal issues next time. I can't wait for that next conversation. But for now, sit back, relax, and enjoy my conversation with the one and only, Yigal Ravid. • Yigal's Social: IG - https://www.instagram.com/yigal_ravid/ • #fckitbrand #dangothoughts #interview #show #podcast #thejoeroganexperience #aliens #ufo #ufos #uap #joeroganexperience #news #worldsnews #israel #putin #russia #usa #trump #politicsThe show is sponsored by https://fckitbrand.com/, on IG https://www.instagram.com/fckitbrand/ . It's my brand that promotes creative expression in all its forms. • Danny Goler's IG: https://www.instagram.com/dannygoler/ https://www.instagram.com/dangoproductions/ • If you'd like to support my channel so I can keep making content consider becoming a patron. My Patreon account: https://www.patreon.com/dangothoughts • #fckitbrand #dangothoughts #interview #show #podcast #thejoeroganexperience #aliens #ufo #ufos #uap #joeroganexperience #news #worldsnews #israel #putin #russia #usa #trump #politics --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/danny-goler/support

Recorded just days after the Federal election, Gabrielle Chan doesn't mince words - even when bone tired. A celebrated journalist with the Guardian, outspoken advocate for rural Australia and encourager of individual agency. "Our system has been made up buy people and it can be rewritten by people". Lets not wait for Government to bring change but get active and organised now during times of abundance. Show NotesConnecting the grass roots regen ag movements with top down politicsThe need for change in our food, water, land management policies“We export a lot of sausage sandwiches - beef and wheat”Why it's time to change the narrative around Australia's ag sector Why ‘level playing fields' are a farceThe fragility of financial deregulations, long global supply chains increasing disease, increased drought - how do we as a sovereign nation reassure ourselves of continued prosperityThe potential for rural policy to create the framework that allows smaller scale and regen practices to thriveThe power of the colonial squatacracyHow do we bring policy reform to ag so it has relevance for smaller scale 7 regen practices to thriveThe potential of utilising the “voices for” movement as a model for local food to growWhy we need to re-engage with politics The thing that only Govt does  is set the ground rules for how we conduct our business. People need to be involved in politics to influence its directionThe need for strategic water policy to better support us on the driest continent on earthTalking about water, food and skills while we are in times of abundanceWhere does the role of govt need to stop and allow room for community to pick upThe ongoing debate about why we do not yet have drought policy or food policyRefine what you want to change  - get organised and get active in the arena from bottom upThe big secret - we are ALL MAKING IT UPHer slow, gradual, accidental path to being a communicator.Her writing approach - just keep writing, push through the creative barriersThe process of sitting down and ordering your thoughts results in a unique Connecting the systemic dots through political reportingThe history of farming and nature controlThe Connectivity of farming to EVERYTHING ELSEAg and environment are different political portfolios - WTFWe cannot have an economy without an environmentThe need for the economy the environment  + the desires of the humans involved in farming  to be interacting The need to account for ecological resourcesQuestions the fundamental systemsFinding optimism in the work done by othersHaving faith in humanityConnecting people to spark changeReferencesAcres and Acres in CorryongWendell BerryThe Guardian Podcast partners ROCK!Hidden Sea - Wine that saves the seaNutrisoilWwoof AustraliaBuy the Book - Futuresteading - Live Like tomorrow mattersSupport the showCasual Support - Buy Me A CoffeeRegular Support - PatreonSupport the showSupport the show

In this episode, I sit down with Rachael Gareri, creator of Fat Babes in The Wild.  Rachael has been living in Colorado for the last three years and quickly noticed how intimidating the outdoors community was for people existing in larger bodies.  She created fat babes in the wild to give other fat people an opportunity to experience nature and the beautiful landscape of Colorado.   Rachael believes nature is for everyone and is hoping to inspire other fat people to celebrate movement in an enjoyable way and to change perspectives on fat people existing in the outdoors. This episode discuss the trauma of food scarcity in large families, lack of representation in outdoor spaces, traveling while fat, fat identity, straight-size allyship, the bastardization of the body positivity movement, marginalization in public spaces, freedom from food obsession, and navigating friendships while being liberated from fatphobia. Content warning: We discuss weight loss surgery, binge eating, food scarcity, fatphobia, and disordered eating. Topics The trauma of food scarcity in large, poor families Enjoyable movementRepresentation and visibility in outdoor spacesAssigning morality to food (good/bad foods)Straight-size allyship and skinny people expecting us to teach them about their own fatphobia Traveling while fatFat identity politicsThe bastardization of the body positivity movementMarginalization in public spacesFreedom from food obsessionNavigating friendships while being liberated from fatphobiaLinksJoey SwollSouthwest Customer of Size Policy300lbs and Running (Martinus Evans)Fat Black and Getting It (Nelson Holland)Kween werKDenver FattiesBig Fig Mattress CoRutherford FallsWhite Hot: The Rise and Fall of Abercrombie & Fitch

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Democracy Works is taking its annual summer hiatus starting next week, but that does not mean the wheels of democracy will stop turning while we're away. In fact, this summer could prove to be quite the opposite. In this episode, we discuss what's going on in the Supreme Court and the impact of the rulings that are expected to come out by the end of June. We'll also be watching the January 6 committee hearings, which are scheduled to begin June 9. We consider what the goals of the hearings are and how our fractured media landscape will impact how the committee's work is received by the public. Finally, we share some recommendations for books and series that have nothing to do with politics and tease a new series that we'll be launching this summer while Democracy Works is on break. Additional InformationCandis's recommendation: A Swim in the Pond in the Rain by George SaundersChris's recommendation: Death Comes for the Archbishop by Willa CatherMichael's recommendation: The Ministry for the Future by Kim Stanley RobinsonJenna's recommendation: Station Eleven by Emily St. John MandelRelated EpisodesThe Federalist Society's ideas have consequences for democracyHow national parties are breaking state politicsThe roots of radical partisanship

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Topics Discussed in this Episode:Opportunities and challenges of working on a PhD during the COVID-19 pandemicUniversity of York's annual Sisterhood in Action ConferenceGender equality and right-wing womenWomen members of right-wing parties in Germany and AustriaRight-wing women and why they support right-wing politicsThe advantages of using zoom to tackle challenging subjectsResources Discussed in this Episode:Nicole Roy at University of YorkCentre for Women's Studies at University of York“Women Are Women”: Right-Wing Women's (Essentialist) Conceptualisation of Sex/Gender in Germany and AustriaMusic Credits: Magic by Six UmbrellasSound Engineer: Ernesto Valencia

AHF Africa – A Global MovementSpeaking with three prominent leaders in the overseas efforts of AHF.GUEST BIOS:Peter Reis is Senior Vice President of AHF, supervising multiple divisions and disciplines both in the U.S. and overseas— including the Asia Bureau and the Global Quality Team. He's been with AHF for 27 years. BioPenninah “Penny” Lutung is the AHF's Bureau Chief for Africa Programs, leading programs in 13 countries across Africa. She's been with AHF for 18 years. LinkedInAmbassador Angelina Wapakhabulo has been with AHF since 2001 in various roles, including Chair of AHF Uganda Cares. She currently serves as a member of the AHF Board and Global Vice Chair. About Amb. WapakhabuloCORE TOPICS + DETAILS:[3:14] – The Cost of Being FirstOn the decision to make an effort in AfricaThe team discusses spending ‘money we didn't have to make an impact on the world.' Sometimes, the cost of being a first mover in a moral mission is high. But when you know that you're on the side of a worthwhile cause, the cost is always worth the outcome[12:28] – Building Local TrustLaying a foundation for critical workDr. Penninah describes the effort involved in building a connection between their Africa patients and the AHF team. One key element of this trust is the process of hiring local nationals, who have been instrumental in establishing programs in Africa that lead to greater public health.[19:10] – Connected with Governments, Free from PoliticsThe careful balancing act that's made AHF successful worldwidePeter describes the hallmark of AHF programs in which they work closely in partnership with national and local governments but remain politically impartial and separate from political posturing and messaging. This is an essential trait that keeps AHF able to access communities that need their help the most without alienating the leaders and politicians who can serve as valuable partners.[23:59] – Accepting LimitationsWhen you can't do everythingBased on the trust and service the AHF provides for local communities, those communities often ask AHF members to do even more outside the organization's scope. While they can sometimes help, such as setting up a borehole to provide clean fresh water to a community in Nigeria, they must sometimes accept that they can't serve every need, all the time.RESOURCES:[0:18] -- AHF WebsiteFOLLOW:Lauren Hogan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenhogan3Peter Reis: aidshealth.org/about/leadership/Penninah “Penny” Lutung: https://www.linkedin.com/in/penninah-iutung-a1589715/?originalSubdomain=ugAmbassador Angelina Wapakhabulo: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angelina_WapakhabuloFollow AHFter Hours on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahfterhours/ABOUT AHFTER HOURS:The AIDS Healthcare Foundation is the world's largest HIV/AIDS service organization, operating in 45 countries globally. The mission? Providing cutting-edge medicine and advocacy for everyone, regardless of ability to pay.The AHFter Hours podcast is an official podcast of the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, in which host Lauren Hogan is joined by experts in a range of fields to educate, inform, and inspire listeners on topics that go far beyond medical information to cover leadership, creativity, and success. Learn more at: https://www.aidshealth.orgABOUT THE HOST:Lauren Hogan is the Communications Manager for the AIDS Healthcare Foundation and has been working in a series of roles with the Foundation since 2016. She's passionate about increasing the public visibility of AIDS, the Foundation's critical work, and how everyday people can help join the fight to make cutting-edge medicine, treatment, and support available for anyone who needs it.Learn more about Lauren at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenhogan3Learn more about the AIDS Healthcare Foundation at: https://www.aidshealth.orgABOUT DETROIT PODCAST STUDIOS:In Detroit, history was made when Barry Gordy opened Motown Records back in 1960. More than just discovering great talent, Gordy built a systematic approach to launching superstars. His rigorous processes, technology, and development methods were the secret sauce behind legendary acts such as The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, and Michael Jackson.As a nod to the past, Detroit Podcast Studios leverages modern versions of Motown's processes to launch today's most compelling podcasts. What Motown was to musical artists, Detroit Podcast Studios is to podcast artists today. With over 75 combined years of experience in content development, audio production, music scoring, storytelling, and digital marketing, Detroit Podcast Studios provides full-service development, training, and production capabilities to take podcasts from messy ideas to finely tuned hits.Here's to making (podcast) history together.Learn more at: DetroitPodcastStudios.com

Contact:dbahnsen@thebahnsengroup.comwill@calpolicycenter.orgFollow Us:@DavidBahnsen@WillSwaim@TheRadioFreeCAShow Notes:Bahnsen, “Here are three need-to-know truths about inflation”Japanese attack on Ellwood, CaliforniaWhat in the hell Is Kamala Harris doing?Newsom announces Texas-style bill that would let residents sue gun makersBahnsen, “The Wealth-Tax Horror”Another effort to tax ‘extreme wealth' in California is launched in LegislatureProposed California bill could require companies to disclose workers' salariesAssemblyman Kiley's bill to ‘make crime illegal again' will finally get a hearing California lawmaker introduces bill of rights for cats, dogsEditorial: No, San Francisco's school board recall wasn't a rejection of progressive politicsThe meaning of San Francisco's school board recallWhat pundits don't understand about the San Francisco recallBLM co-founder to give speech to L.A. students pushing to defund school policeCity of L.A. to buy 16 buildings through Project HomekeyMylar balloon blamed for south Palo Alto power outageOC Board of Education's motion for prelim injunction on Newsom state of emergeSpecial Guest: Mari Barke, president of Orange County Board of EducationNational Review Institute's seminar series in a city near you

Josh Outlaw-Hughes is a Regional Organizing Director of Voter Registration for the South Carolina Democratic Party and a hub coordinator for Sunrise Movement's Columbia, SC hub. His work at the SCDP is focused on voter enfranchisement and engagement, as well as creating and mobilizing large coalitions to turn out voters. His work with Sunrise Movement is centered around engaging young people in direct action for a Green New Deal to combat climate change and win a sustainable future for younger generations.Questions I Asked In This EpisodeWhat is your theme song and why?What is the Sunrise Movement and why should we care about and support the work of the organization?How is the  Sunrise Movement organizing now to prepare for U.S. mid-term elections?What do your parents think about the work that you do?Would you say you are making good trouble?What are 3 actions listeners can take to be the change they want to see in the world?How have you been able to avoid allowing failure to define you?What's something you feel proud about that you've achieved?What are you optimistic about now?And so much more ...Here's What You're Going to LearnInformation about how the Sunrise Movement is working to create a future free of fossil fuel influenceHow you can support the movementWhat inspired Josh's interest in politicsThe reason he thinks many people don't voteHow low voter turnout works in the interest of the systemThe Sunrise Movement vision for public housingThe benefit of using your past as inspiration and seeing your life as an uncompleted storyThe personal experience that made climate his personal missionAnd so much more ...Contact Joshua Outlaw-Hughes Linktree Support the show (https://paypal.me/jackiecapersbrown?locale.x=en_US)

Hello friends! For those of you who appreciate the episodes about advocacy, regulations, and the legalities around increasing access to psychedelics - this one is for you! We spoke with Spencer Hawkswell, CEO of Therapsil, about what a world with more (and equal) access to psilocybin therapy would look like. We also chatted about the very impressive accomplishments that Therapsil has accomplished for the movement.What we talked about:How Spencer got involved in this space and TherapsilThe milestones that Therapsil have accomplished in helping patients gain access to psilocybin therapy in CanadaWorking with compassionate Health Minister Patty Hadju in Ottawa, Canada to grant patient accessCompassionate access through section 56 is now legal in CanadaThe process of legalizing Psilocybin in Canada and working through the politicsThe emotional and psychological experience of end of life distressHow Psilocybin helps people find peace with deathPreparation and Integration modalities that help patients process what they experienceHow increased access may look in the future and ensuring that both patients AND health care practitioners are prepared for increased accessThe Charter of Rights & Freedoms and psychedelic medicine useWhy clinical access points to psychedelics have more of a reach than the underground movementSimple things that we and the government can enact today to make access easier for those who need itMentioned in the episode:Food of the Gods [book]Psilocybin produces substantial and sustained decreases in depression and anxiety in patients with life-threatening cancer: A randomized double-blind trial [study]Mushrooms and the Sacred Cross (book)Carl Jung [book]Donate to TherapsilDonate to the podcast via PayPalHave you gained new insights and perspectives from us and our guests? Consider sending financial energy our way to help support to cost of creating this powerful content.If this episode sparked something within, please let us know and leave us a review!More Modern Psychedelics: Instagram | Facebook  | WebsiteMore Lana: Instagram | YouTubeMore Zoey:Instagram | YouTube

In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Dr. Charlene Drew Jarvis, neuroscientist and former Washington DC council member and chair of the committee on economic development, recounts stories of her father, Dr. Charles Drew, and shares stories of her life as a scientist and politician, and how the intersectionality of her passions empowers her to ask the right questions in solving complex problems and leading a community.Some highlights:Dr. Charles Drew’s life and legacy as the pioneer of blood bankingDr. Charlene Drew Jarvis’ career as a neuroscientistWhy and how Dr. Charlene Drew Jarvis left science for politicsThe importance of asking the right questions and how it helped Dr. Charlene Drew Jarvis in contributing to the economic development of Washington DCHow Dr. Drew Jarvis’ passion for helping women and people of color led to her becoming president of Southeastern UniversityWhy Dr. Charlene Drew Jarvis believes that expanded support for mental health in insurance is highly crucialDr. Charlene Drew Jarvis’ advice to young leaders.Advice on becoming an active older personMentioned:EB Henderson, Former coach at Dunbar High SchoolJudge William Hastie, Former Federal judgeMercer Cook, Former Chair at Howard University and second American ambassador to NigerWilliam Montague Cobb, Former head of anatomy at Howard UniversityJulius Rosenwald, Businessman, philanthropist, and founder of the Rosenwald FundBooker T. Washington, Educator, author, orator, and adviser to presidentsSpencie Love, Author of “One Blood”Dr. DeMaurice Moses, Dr. Charlene Drew Jarvis’ husbandArrington Dixon, Former chair and member of the council of the District of Columbia Sharon Pratt, Attorney, politician, and the third mayor of the District of ColumbiaMarion Barry, Former mayor of the District of ColumbiaMuriel Bowser, Mayor of Washington DCJack Evans, Former member of the council of the District of ColumbiaAbe Pollin, Former owner of Washington Wizards & Washington Capitals Connect with Dr. Charlene Drew Jarvis:Dr. Charlene Drew Jarvis on TwitterConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: PartneringLeadership.com

"A fourth separation of powers shall be incorporated in every system of government for the independent feedback of results through a Resulture or Feedback Branch of Government."You might imagine that for all the debate at the heart of government, there might be some function to check up on the outcomes of these debates. And in some cases there is. In many, even in most cases - nothing. Maybe a profit and loss account to show value for money - but with regards to the actual purpose of all the laws and policies and programmes, answering the question of whether they have achieved their aims - there is no structure in place to make sure this happens, and so mostly they become atrophy and waste, pointlessly clogging up the system and pointlessly exhausting tax-payer's money. Would a business survive these conditions? In this episode we start with Montesquieu's idea of checks and balances behind the separation of powers, explore its reality in the UK's political system, and think about what effective feedback might mean for this system.Talking points:The Separation of powers from MontesquieuThe centralised nature of these powers and opportunities to respondSystems Thinking, Cybernetics: responding to realityThe political class - unaccountable and uninformedWastageBusiness as a model for government and its limitsFeedback on Social PurposeMyths and perceived credibility about the centreBroadband now and the 1984 privatisation of BTCybernetic feedback as non-political: Something just happens.Law-making - spectacle vs valueMessianic transformation vs gradual improvementDiversity of perspective, Design Authorities and purpose - safety, reliability and performanceFailure enquiries - no politics, no blaming and the origins in the Victorian rail system...and the Global Financial CrisisA mechanism to take feedback decisions out of politicsThe contradiction at the heart of politicsExisting feedback institutions, their limits and potentialAbandonment powers for laws that don't workThe cost would be a fraction of the benefitThe building of a body of knowledge about specific circumstancesLinks:The god-like power of the feedback loop (1 hr BBC 4 film of Jim Al Khalili on The Secret Life of Chaos):https://www.dailymotion.com/video/xv1j0nMathematics, complex systems and small changes (5 minute clip from above):https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0060b2cOn the separation of powers: origins in Montesquieu and Aristotle:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Separation_of_powersIn Our Time - Montesquieu (podcast - 50 mins)https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0b5qnfxList of supreme audit institutions :https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Supreme_audit_institutionUK's National Audit Office:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Audit_Office_(United_Kingdom)Reading List:Schumpeter, Joseph (1976) Capitalism, Socialism and Democracy, George Allen and UnwinDrucker, Peter (Number 14, Winter 1969) The Sickness of Government, The Public InterestFriedman, Mark (2005) Trying Hard Is Not Good Enough: How to Produce Measurable Improvements for Customers and Communities, Fiscal Policy Studies InstituteStraw, E. 2014. Stand & Deliver: A Design for Successful Government. London: Treaty for Government.Fazey, I. Schäpke, N., Caniglia, G., Patterson, J., Hultman, J., Van Mierlo, B., Säwe F., et al. 2018. Ten essentials for action-oriented and second order energy transitions, transformations and climate change research. Energy Research & Social Science 40: 54–70.Schwartz, D. 2017. The Last Man Who Knew Everything: The Life and Times of Enrico Fermi, Father of the Nuclear Age. New York: Basic Books.Furubo, Jan-Eric and Nicoletta Stame, eds. 2018. The Evaluation Enterprise: A Critical View. Aldershot: Routledge.Guilfoyle, Simon. 2016. Kittens Are Evil: Little Heresies in Public Policy. Axminster: Triarchy Press.Nyhan, B. and J. Reif ler. 2018. The roles of information deficits and identity threat in the prevalence of misperceptions. Journal of Elections, Public Opinion and Parties: 1–23.Rosling, Hans with O.Rosling and A. Rosling Ronnlund. 2018. Factfulness: Ten Reasons We're Wrong about the World – And Why Things Are Better Than You Think. New York: Flatiron BooksForss K, Marra, M., and Schwartz, R., eds. 2011. Evaluating the Complex: Attribution, Contribution and Beyond. Comparative Policy Evaluation, New Brunswick, NJ: Transaction Publishers.Extract 1:PROGRESS is a radically different model of school accountability. It explores what might be learned from the history of Antidote – an organisation set up to foster more emotionally supportive school environments – to inform the development of such a model. It starts with pupil, staff, and parent surveys to describe their experience of the school, using the data that emerges to have conversations with each other to develop an explanation about what it means and a strategy for improvement. Every school should engage in this sort of process every year. League tables of public examination results are too blunt an instrument, and unlike the PROGRESS process do not stimulate solutions as well as highlight problems. Independent surveying and confidential reporting averts the syndrome of the untouchable but largely ineffective head teacher. All government agencies should find out how their stakeholders experience them and be held to account for responding to the findings. Board members would then have the judgment of the people and organisations they are there for and not airbrushed data from management in the annual review. - 22 Park, James. 2018. Turning the tide on ‘coercive autonomy': Learning from the antidote story. Forum 60(3): 387–396. http: //doi .org/ 10.15 730/f orum. 2018. 60.3. 387.Extract 2: Rework was the term used in manufacturing for all the parts of an assembly not made to specification, which post quality control were then sent back for further machining to get right. The cost in time, money and organisational complexity was high. This was a bane of ‘old world' engineering and led to the demise of much of the West's manufacturing industry. Starting with the automotive industry, Japanese companies revolutionised the process with ‘zero defects', ‘right first time' and similarly purposeful intentions. Today, either a company's manufacturing is world class or it's not in business. These attitudinal changes, translated into practice, are at the heart of this book - Laing, T., Sato, M., Grubb, M., and Comberti, C. 2013. Assessing the Effectiveness of the EU Emissions Trading System. Centre for Climate Change Economics and Policy Working Paper 126. London: Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Feiler's visually compelling narrative documents the generational impact of a unique challenge grant program. Created by Julius Rosenwald and Booker T. Washington, it served to educate Black children denied access to public schools. Through extensive research and diligent outreach Feiler weaves the irrevocably impacted life stories, with the historical and political benchmarks of desegregation. The threads reach to current historical figures such as the revered late Congressman, John Robert Lewis, a Rosenwald school alum, who wrote the book foreword, to luminaries such as Gordon Parks, Maya Angelou and James Baldwin, Rosenwald Fellowship recipients. In this book group, Andrew Feiler discusses, among other things:The concept awareness of creative choices to layer the intention of your visual narrativeThe power of education to change historyArt and activismThe role of the portrait as foreseen by Fredrick DouglassThe impact and intersection of civic involvement, economics, and politicsThe austere beauty of WIlliam Christenberry and the agency of the land to tell its own storyWhen in Arkansas be sure to visit Toadsuck and TurkeyscratchReferenced in the episodeFor autographed/personalized books“Rosenwald”, a film by Aviva KempnerIsabel Wilkerson - The Warmth of Other SunsNYTImes - Boston First Black Mayor - in 91 years! Tuskegee Airmen at the White HouseLittle Rock NineBlack Education before Brown Andrew Feiler Website | InstagramEngage with J. Sybylla Smith https://www.jsybyllasmith.com Instagram @jsybylla and Facebook @j.sybylla.smith

Arguments are very productive and healthy if both parties enter it with this mindset“I want to agree with you but convince me”Yesterday my business partner and I got into a disagreement about somethingHere’s where it can go south.. when i’m emotionally invested and take the argument personally I just want to BE right and not focus on WHAT is rightWhen we were able to extract the emotion we got to the core reasoning or the disagreement and were able to come to common groundI see this happening all the time recently of social media and other places.. people want to BE right and not focus on WHAT is right especially with all this huge division in politicsThe mindset we all need to get is “I want to agree with you but convince me”

Join Devi and Lady Shepsa as they discuss how to release the "good girl" you were told to be and become the sexy badass goddess you were meant to be.During this healing and deep conversation you will learn:The myth of the "good girl" and where it originatesWhy being "nice" is whack and takes you out of alignment with your authentic selfHow Black women can step into their sexual power and not worry about respectability politicsThe power of sexual energy to bring liberation and self definitionThe need for sexual sovereignty in every yoni ownerThe importance of being connected to your desireThe power of orgasm to awaken divinity and healAND of course How to Be a Sexy Badass Goddess!

There’s a lot going on right now. As churches continue reopening, we continue to find our congregations, and our leadership, divided. Pastor and author Larry Osborne joins Ed Stetzer and Daniel Yang as we discuss flourishing small groups, as well as the following topics: Leading a congregation divided by politicsThe practical implementation of reopening plansCreating a church culture that encourages ministry, not restrains it

Pearce Godwin is described as the national voice for bridging divides—is Founder & CEO of Listen First Project, Executive Director of National Conversation Project, and leader of the #ListenFirst Coalition of 300 partner organizations. He catalyzes the #ListenFirst movement to mend the frayed social fabric of America by building relationships and bridging divides. His passion is combating the universally felt crisis of distance, division, and dehumanization across differences with conversations that prioritize understanding. Pearce graduated from Duke University and received an MBA from UNC-Chapel Hill. He spent five years working in Washington, DC—in the U.S. Senate and as a national political consultant for presidential and statewide campaigns. Before moving home to North Carolina in 2013, Pearce spent six months in Uganda, Africa where he wrote It’s Time to Listen. That message—printed in dozens of papers across the United States—launched Listen First Project and led thousands to sign the Listen First Pledge—“I will listen first to understand.”  In 2018, Pearce helped create the first National Week of Conversation and hosted the kickoff event, Listen First in Charlottesville. Pearce then launched the overarching, collaborative movement platform National Conversation Project, which scales the #ListenFirst movement by promoting annual National Weeks of Conversation, #ListenFirst Fridays, Rapid Response & Featured Conversations on Major Issues, Locally-Focused #ListenFirst Movements, and any conversation creating social connection. The #ListenFirst movement has been recognized by journalists at CNN, Fox News, MSNBC, USA Today, Associated Press, and The New York Times as Pearce has spoken about the mission on national television and to live audiences around the world.   "I don't think any of us, ultimately, want to live in a society that is defined by how we're different as opposed to common hopes and dreams.  Common values around freedom, equality and opportunity." - Pearce Godwin Topics we discuss: His Optimistic outlook on the futureThe nuance of this optimism Breaking the divisions in our country and what that looks like Perspective on how we started sliding into advent disagreementPoliticians Internet & Social Media News Media Human nature Social Echo Chambers Common threats as a unifier How he got to this place after years in politicsThe choice to go to Uganda That trip's impact on his journey Political AffiliationThe danger of our identities being tied to the tribe we identify with. Listen First Project and Weaving Community Listen First Project and Weaving Community References: The Listen First Project National Conversation Project The Pledge "It's time to listen" that started it all Definition of Pollyannish Definition of Optimism Asteroid Theory Graham Bodie's episode Infinite Game - Simon Sinek Brene Brown's Core Values Weaving Community with David Brooks His final thoughts in USA Today   Credits: Lead editor + Producer: Ruf Holmes   Music: Main Theme: "Eaze Does It" by Shye Eaze and DJ Rufbeats, a More In Common Podcast Exclusive. Guest theme:  "Lady in Bronze " by DJ Rufbeats created as a More In Common Podcast Exclusive.

In the lead up to the American presidential election, one of the largest and most consequential expressions of public opinion, Ben and Vaden do what they always do and ask: "What does Popper say about this?" The second in the Conjectures and Refutations series, we cover Chapter 17: Public Opinion and Liberal Principles. Largely irrelevant and probably unhelpful, we touch A thesis that the far left and right are converging vis-a-vis reactionary politicsThe idea that "truth is manifest", i.e. obvious The role of free speech and diversity of opinionPolitical polarizationLibertarians and their hate of seatbeltsSend us some hate or some love at incrementspodcast@gmail.com. Chapter excerpt:The following remarks were designed to provide material for debate at an international conference of liberals (...). My purpose was simply to lay the foundations for a good general discussion. Because I could assume liberal views in my audience I was largely concerned to challenge, rather than endorse, popular assumptions favourable to these views.

If The Foundations Be Destroyed..Guest contributor: Randy Pritts1  “I trust in the Lord for protection. So why do you say to me, "Fly like a bird to the mountains for safety! 2  The wicked are stringing their bows and fitting their arrows on the bowstrings. They shoot from the shadows at those whose hearts are right. 3  The foundations of law and order have collapsed. What can the righteous do?"4  But the Lord is in his holy Temple; the Lord still rules from heaven. He watches everyone closely, examining every person on earth. 5  The Lord examines both the righteous and the wicked. He hates those who love violence. 6  He will rain down blazing coals and burning sulfur on the wicked, punishing them with scorching winds. 7  For the righteous Lord loves justice. The virtuous will see his face.”-Psalm 11 (NLT)Allow me to rephrase this for our current consideration: If the foundations of civil society be destroyed, what can the righteous do? I will explain why.Religion and PoliticsThe old adage "religion and politics don't mix" no longer fits. At one time, it may have been polite for the saints to bite their tongues and not ruffle anyone's feathers. However, in the current social climate, politics is exactly where the ungodly is making his most ardent and divisive attack. The foundations of civil society are being destroyed, and being nearly destroyed, what is left that the righteous can do? In this psalm (kjv@Psalm:11 ) we see the wicked "bend their bow, they make ready their arrow upon the string, that they may privily shoot at the upright in heart". Let there be no mistake that it is at the upright he is pointing his bow. So frequent are these attacks, and uncomfortable, that the saint's soul might be tempted to say "Flee as a bird to your mountain". This psalm is not about what the wicked are doing however, no it is about the saint on which this psalm focuses. Under pressure and ensuing wickedness, what is the response of the righteous?The mountain is a tempting place for us to flee. After all, what matter is it of ours what this society chooses for itself to become? What matters is that "the righteous LORD loveth righteousness; his countenance doth behold the upright". Therefore, "The LORD trieth the righteous". Like as with precious metals, HE puts them to the test in a foundry to separate us from the dross and prove to us HIS righteousness's worth. This separation and purification is not to be sought from atop some distant mountain top away from it all. It comes only from being in the boil and tumult of the cauldron's hottest flames. For us, no doubt, these are dangerous and unfamiliar grounds. So much so, that it must be said to us as a reminder that "In the LORD,” the saint must put his or her trust.Before we run out onto the political and social battlefield shooting at whatever target seen fit, let's better consider verse four at the heart of this psalm:“The Lord is in His holy temple, The Lord's throne is in heaven; His eyes behold, His eyelids test the sons of men.”- Psalm 11:4"The LORD is in his holy temple” (Gods Holiness)Our LORD is much different from the lords of the rest of this world. This LORD alone is holy. It is not for this LORD to rule as we see fit. Who are we? Are we holy in the same sense? Not unless we allow HIS reign to have its effect upon us to such an extent that we reflect nothing but HIS holiness. Sadly, this is something that in our haste, we often neglect to maintain.
There have been plenty of similar occasions when we have raced onto the battlefield with our thoughts and bias, our beliefs, our strict legalism, our own insistence and our way of fixing things - only to shoot ourselves or our brothers in the foot. And by our inept misrepresentations of Christ, the person and purposes of Christ have been ill presented and represented.
"the LORD'S throne is in heaven” (Gods Reign And Judgement)The view of the battlefield that this LORD has from above is much different from ours here in the trenches. What is right in our own eye, so often is not the correct place from which strategic judgments should be made. Countless times we have foolishly played right into our enemy's stronger hand. No, this is a different kind of war, fought with different kinds of weapons - not the weapons we bring in from home on our own. Our fleshly weapons do not suffice.
"his eyes behold, his eyelids try, the children of men” (The Inescapable Watching of Gods Eye)As saints, we should never think that this LORD's critical eye is not upon us as well. HIS eye beholds all the children of men. If anything certain can be said of the scriptures, it is that this LORD's eye is more upon HIS saints - more than any other. "The wicked and him that loveth violence,” this righteous LORD may "hateth" but, "the LORD trieth" with a keen loving interest those whom HE has chosen and imputed HIS righteous covering over - desiring from them a willing and constant improving compliance.The Search for AnswersIt is quite natural for the world at large to neglect these crucial political and social foundations: God's holiness.God's reign and judgment.The inescapable watching of God's eye. This is how they end up with this unruly and divisive climate that they have trapped us into. Neglect. The wicked neglect the holy things. They also ask, "What can be done?” “What can the wicked do?” and answer it with, "radicalize what we've been doing and cram it down the peaceable and law-abiding citizen's moral conscience". These citizens, these masses, have become easy prey for the wicked to take full advantage of for much more wicked and hidden purposes. They have been made to feel disenfranchised, victimized, systematically oppressed, made to covet what they do not have for themselves, and become inflamed - led by the snoot of social compassion by the wicked to a place upside-down, where upright and civil society would rather not go - forsaking God and holy things.It is quite inexcusable however when the congregation of saints also personally neglect these pillars of sanity. That is how the saints end up in the unenviable and indefensible position of having allowed these societal ills to fester unattended and undressed for far too long. Instead of becoming influencers of society, we saints are labeled the neanderthal - we are the archaic, we are the racist and insensitive and bigot. We ponder, “how did it all came to this?” What is left that we might do? Well there is not much of anything left to do when we've already allowed the foundations to collapse in all around us. That is unless the LORD Himself is willing to do something about it through us.Some saints might ask, "What is it that is different about this particular age?”Lets observe:Today, there is the talk of "cutting the tree down at the trunk.” Marxism exists in this country like it has never existed before. In Marxism there will be no space afforded for this LORD we freely today speak of here, nor will there be a place for these foundations - not even the thought of HIM or them. What do we do then? The Marxist doctrine plans to use Socialism as the blowtorch to clear and level the field for this “inevitable", they say, "stateless society". No one is served by this wicked ideology in the end - not the disenfranchised, nor the victim, nor the impoverished, not even those foot soldiers fighting for it - nor the elite, nor intellectual, not even the socially compassionate. By that time, these all will have been proven to have been "useful idiots” - as will have, the saint. This truth has been proven numerous times in the previous century. Is it time now for this to be proven again?For Country? Yes and NoThe psalmist nearly pleads for us, the church - saints! - to sing forth in unison: "In the LORD put I my trust: how say ye to my soul, Flee as a bird to your mountain?" A good many of us, I believe, are being guided by the scripture such as the Psalms and by the Holy Spirit to replenish the “front-line” as a test of this generation's metal. It is not that this country is morally superior and worth the extra fight. It is not that this country does not have massive problems needing to be addressed. It is that the "righteous LORD loveth righteousness” and so should we, and that the LORD is our foundation bedrock no matter what the country. If the godless have made it close to impossible socially and politically for the upright to operate in, and attack us politically and socially and ever increasingly, then it is time for the foundations to be upheld and boldly defended, Not for us to once again flee! If, in a society, the foundations have been destroyed, now they must be rebuilt. If they are on the brink of collapse, then the righteous must hold them together, Not sit back and watch them crumble - reinforce them!We have only to make sure that we are upholding the foundations of our LORD's righteousness in fact and not just what we see as right in our own eye!"If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?”[END]About Randy: Randy Pritts is the author of the “Back to the Psalms Series” audio project and the upcoming 2020 book “Foundations Of The Like Precious Faith Series”. Follow Randy at his website likepreciousfaith.us which features a wide variety of original and classic Christian content, bible translations, dictionaries, indexes, and other public domain resources for the modern “like precious faith” believer's ongoing edification.J.N.Wheels is now on Patreon! Support my work for as little as $3/Month.https://www.patreon.com/JNWheels?fan_landing=true

My guest today is Michael Brooks: host of The Michael Brooks Show and author of Against the Web. On top of having one of the most popular Leftist political talk shows (full of wonderfully deep political analysis), Michael has a rich background in meditation, integral philosophy, and the general consciousness scene.He regularly speaks about the need to situate the Leftist political project within a broader spiritual context, placing questions of consciousness at the center. In our conversation, we discuss:The (lacking) relationship between ‘consciousness culture’ and politicsThe politics of free timeHow to bridge local anti-fragility with deep global interdependence and national social democraciesComparing basic income and a federal jobs guaranteeEnjoy!Find full show notes, subjects, and links on the episode page: www.musingmind.org/podcast/michael-brooks

Garrett and Ryan dive into a topic that is usually not equated with wellness: EDUCATION! How the education system in America was created to serve the industrial revolution, not the technological revolutionWhy good intentions do not always create good outcomesWhat the education system has to do with the health, happiness, and sovereignty of future generationsThe hidden connections between education, parenting, and politicsThe double-edged sword of technology in the classroom and at homeWhat parents and educators need to know now about the future of the workforce so that we are not setting our kids up for failurePractical solutions to implement and abstract questions to start thinking aboutWe are passionate about this topic, but we are NOT experts on it. We are down in the trenches with you, trying to figure out the path forward to a better future. Even if you don’t have kids, we all have a vested interest in younger generations. They will be the ones running things in the future! If you’re ready to join the conversation on education, give this one a listen, send us your comments, and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

Jon wishes to remain apolitical, Justin is chugging 'Gorilla Milk,' and Jackson is a total creeper. Plus: Mitt Romney, Ben McAdams, and other politicians stop by to talk about everything besides politicsThe cookie debate rages onJon has a spending problemWe continue to broadcast live from Harmons for our family food driveWant to advertise on our podcast? Email camila@bwaymedia.com

The Southpaw Guide to Thinking about Politics:As a martial artist, as a principled person, as an honorable person, how should I think about politics?How politics should be downstream from your principles and not the other way aroundYour moral compass should not be skewed by politics, it should be your moral compass informing your politicsThe price of never thinking about your principles or forming them before indoctrinationHow principles aren't always ethicalUtilitarian ethics vs. nonconsequentialist ethics vs. virtue ethicsThe Right vs. the Portlandia Right (Internet New Right)The Leftists vs. DemocratsHow we sometimes pick identities that cut off our nose to spite the face (following people who want "Mad Max" when YOU want a utopia)How outliers fall into tribesHow your individuality should not conform to your tribe—if you want a tribe, you should find one that agrees with your principles as an individualHow to be flexible with your politics but inflexible with your principlesRetcon (retroactive continuity) to avoid hypocrisy and to form unholy alliancesHow to prioritize as a single-issue voterThe philosophy of Stone Cold Steve Austin

Will McKay, Zoë Goslin, Levi Morger and Ariana Karpdiscuss Act I of King Henry IV Part I. Among the topics discussed:All three worlds in the first actHenry IV’s reign characterized by civil war, his belief in the importance of a Crusade to the Holy LandHenry’s language characterized by metaphor and personification“Beastly shameless transformation” of the dead bodies by Welsh womenMiscommunication and misinformation during the battle scenesHal’s balance of thought and expectation, Hal as observerFalstaff’s aspirations for the glorification of thieves title - and his attempt to influence domestic policyWhat is Poin’s status?The title of “sweet” as a term of endearment and intimacy for the tavern folkHotspur’s disdain for the court and politicsThe danger and daring of the conspiracy being initiated in the throne room Roger Alum and Jamie Parker in the Globe's production of King Henry IV Part I.

The first of two lectures in 2016 by Fulbright Scholars. This talk is about American Military History: http://www.gresham.ac.uk/lectures-and-events/the-american-way-of-war-in-history-and-politicsThe recent conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan have provoked intense discussion both inside and outside the United States on the nature of a distinct 'American Way of War'.This lecture addresses the intellectual antecedents of this term and its role in shaping both scholarly and military ideas about how the USA conducts war.The transcript and downloadable versions of the lecture are available from the Gresham College website: http://www.gresham.ac.uk/lectures-and-events/the-american-way-of-war-in-history-and-politicsGresham College has been giving free public lectures since 1597. This tradition continues today with all of our five or so public lectures a week being made available for free download from our website. There are currently over 1,900 lectures free to access or download from the website.Website: http://www.gresham.ac.ukTwitter: http://twitter.com/GreshamCollegeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/greshamcollegeInstagram: https:///www.instagram.com/greshamcollege

How to spot an exceptional leader (or not), according to a top UK board-level headhunter.http://gresham.ac.uk/lectures-and-events/science-politics-and-intuition-in-executive-selectionAn HR manager, a politician and a business executive walk into a bar to choose the next CEO of Barclays, Archbishop of Canterbury or head of your kids' school... take your pick. The last forty years have seen major changes in the way people are chosen to fill front-line or middle management jobs. We now have job descriptions, person specifications and competencies. Interviews sit alongside ability tests, psychometric profiles, job simulations or '360 feedback'. But how people get selected for jobs at the top of organisations has changed very little. Why? Are we choosing leaders badly, and if so, could we do better. Douglas Board argues 'yes'.This lecture is based on the author's doctoral research into his experience as a board-level headhunter. Over 18 years he recruited leaders for a diversity of organisations - household-name retailers and NHS trusts, banks and universities, government departments and charities. A way of understanding our skills, our thinking and our acting (and our science) is proposed based on the concept of 'practice' as developed by the French sociologist Pierre Bourdieu (1930 - 2002). Seeing differently the place of science, politics and intuition in our lives and our society, clarifies why leadership selection is stuck and how it could change. It also offers insights into ourselves.http://gresham.ac.uk/lectures-and-events/science-politics-and-intuition-in-executive-selectionThis was a part of a symposium explores leadership from a number of angles, focusing on recent contributions to aspects of leadership at the most senior levels which management literature tends to neglect. Speakers assess the correct balance between public leadership, the roles of power and politics in effective leadership and the limited treatment of this subject in much conventional thinking. They also consider who we would want to lead us, and ask whether we should offer ourselves for such roles?http://gresham.ac.uk/leading-at-the-top-power-and-politicsThe transcript and downloadable versions of the lecture are available from the Gresham College website: http://gresham.ac.uk/lectures-and-events/science-politics-and-intuition-in-executive-selectionGresham College has been giving free public lectures since 1597. This tradition continues today with all of our five or so public lectures a week being made available for free download from our website. There are currently over 1,800 lectures free to access or download from the website.Website: http://www.gresham.ac.ukTwitter: http://twitter.com/GreshamCollegeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/greshamcollege