Podcasts about Power

Vanessa and Natalie dive into how the Real Housewife playbook morphed into pop culture. They talk about Alex Cooper, Alix Earle, podcast empires and TikTok overexposure: how are young women navigating ambition, romance, and public scrutiny in real time? Click ‘Subscribe' at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you get your podcasts. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts  Read Vanessa's book, Blurred Lines: Sex, Power and Consent on Campus, and check out Natalie on Instagram at @natrobe To connect with Infamous's creative team, join the community at joincampsidemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While the podcast team is taking a Radical Sabbatical, Kim is interviewing authors of the books that have had a big impact on her in the past two years. In this episode, she's speaking with Daniel Coyle about his new book, Flourish, The Art of Building Meaning, Joy and Fulfillment.  What is a meaningful life, and how do we make one? How do certain communities foster closeness, fulfillment, happiness, and energy?  Daniel Coyle has spent the last few years trying to crack this code.  He talks about the transformation that happened during the famous story of the 33 miners trapped 2000 feet underground in a mine in Chile.  It turns that the key to survival was a leader who was willing to let go of control.  You can't command and control your way to flourishing--or surviving in a crisis.  Background on Daniel Coyle: Daniel is the New York Times bestselling author of The Culture Code, which was named Best Business Book of the Year by Bloomberg, BookPal, and Business Insider. Coyle has served as an advisor to many high-performing organizations, including the Navy SEALs, Microsoft, Google, and the Cleveland Guardians. His other books include The Talent Code, The Secret Race, The Little Book of Talent, and Hardball: A Season in the Projects, which was made into a movie starring Keanu Reeves. Coyle was raised in Anchorage, Alaska, and now lives in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, during the school year and in Homer, Alaska, during the summer with his wife, Jenny, and their four children. CHAPTERS (00:00) Introduction to Flourishing Leadership (03:03) The Distinction Between Living Systems and Machines (06:02) The Importance of Relationships in Leadership (09:02) The Miners in Chile: A Story of Brotherhood (12:06) Creating Space for Connection (15:06) The Role of Curiosity in Conversations (18:03) The Power of Community in Adversity (19:04) The Gottman Method and Relationship Dynamics (22:25) Personalized Criticism vs. Respectful Challenges (24:25) The Importance of Context in Relationships (27:19) Creating Self-Organizing Systems (30:39) Leadership as Design: Building Living Systems (32:36) Transformative Education: The Jigsaw Classroom (36:58) Reverent Leadership: The Kibera School for Girls (41:55) The Guardians: A New Approach to Coaching Connect with the Radical Candor team: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you living a truly blessed life, or do you struggle with shame, fear, or a sense of drifting from one thing to another? Pastor Alan Wright shares about how to identify shame and break free from it.  His book is, "The Power to Bless: How to Speak Life and Empower the People You Love."   Watch the "Shame Off You" livestream here Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

This week, Julia Turner and Dana Stevens are joined by Slate's own Rebecca Onion to discuss The Devil Wears Prada 2, BEEF season 2, and the NYT's best living songwriters package with Slate's music critic Carl Wilson. Twenty years on, we return to the world of The Devil Wears Prada. In the sequel, Andy, Anne Hathaway's character, must save Runway Magazine from the forces of capital, who are selling the Vogue-analogue for parts, as Meryl Streep's Miranda Priestly struggles to hang on to her own power. The movie has a lot to say about the state of journalism and media with plot lines seemingly ripped from the gossip pages, but does it all come together in the edit? We discuss. Then, the second season of A24's anthology series BEEF stars Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan as a volatile millennial couple who enter into a feud with a younger couple, played by Cailee Spaeny and Charles Melton. Set at a rich Californian golf resort and its environs, the show satirizes class and generational resentments as the characters scramble to claim the scraps of their betters at the expense of everyone else. The characters are mostly unlikeable, and the premise might be a little less original than the first season, but given BEEF's stacked cast and pedigree, does the show sizzle? Finally we're joined by Carl Wilson, Slate's music critic and author of the newsletter “Crritic!” to discuss the New York Times package: The 30 Greatest Living Songwriters. Carl submitted a ballot for the list, and the polished version isn't too far from his submission. He gets into his picks and discusses what the list is saying about the field of songwriting and the idea of a songwriter as it's been expanded to include non-traditional instrumentation and digital composition. But like all lists it has sparked debate about the inclusions (Carole King, Stevie Wonder) the exclusions (Randy Newman, Liz Phair, David Byrne) and whether Taylor Swift's inclusion was solely to get an interview. Together with Carl, we try and make sense of the list and talk about our favorites. As promised, here is Carl's full ballot (The asterisks indicate people who Carl voted for but who have since died):Willie NelsonSmokey Robinson Bobby Braddock *Brian WilsonBob DylanCarole KingRandy NewmanDolly PartonStevie Wonder*Sly StoneThe Flatlanders (Butch Hancock/Jimmie Dale Gilmore/*Joe Ely)Tom Waits & Kathleen BrennanNile RodgersDavid ByrneMark EitzelChuck D & the Bomb SquadJimmy Jam & Terry LewisStephin MerrittLiz PhairJohn Darnielle (The Mountain Goats)Missy Elliott & TimbalandThe Love Junkies (Hillary Lindsey/Lori McKenna/Liz Rose)Outkast (Big Boi/Andre 3000)Josh Osborne/Brandy Clark/Shane McAnallyPhoebe BridgersEndorsements: Julia: The SNL sketch featuring Teana Taylor, Grandpa At The Wedding.Rebecca: The new Lord Of The Flies adaptation on Netflix. Dana: The article in Vogue: Meryl Streep and Anna Wintour on Power, Fashion, and Acting the Part by Chloe Malle.Email us your thoughts at culturefest@slate.com. Podcast production by Benjamin Frisch. Production assistance by Daniel Hirsch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I'm sharing a very real, very personal story about my daughter and what led me to take her to a developmental optometrist. As both a COTA and a mom, I always tell families “when in doubt, rule it out,” and this was one of those moments where I had to take my own advice.I walk through what I started noticing at home, from how she was positioning her head while writing, to her difficulty with attention during fine motor tasks, to hesitations with sports and play. At first, it was easy to brush some of it off as personality or age, but the patterns kept showing up.I share what our appointment actually looked like, what they were assessing, and the moment that really clicked for me when the doctor showed me what she might be seeing on a daily basis. It was one of those experiences where everything suddenly made more sense.I also talk about the difference between visual acuity and how the eyes actually function together. Just because a child can “see” doesn't mean their visual system is working efficiently. That was a big takeaway for me and something I think more families need to understand.This episode is really about awareness. Ocular motor skills, accommodation, and visual processing play such a huge role in things like attention, behavior, reading, and overall development, and they're often overlooked or mistaken for something else.I also share how to know who to go to if you're noticing similar concerns, what a developmental optometrist actually does, and why this can be such an important piece of the puzzle.This is just the beginning of our journey, and I'll continue to share updates as we learn more, especially if we move into vision therapy.Thanks for listening

SPONSORS: 1) AMENTARA: Get an extra 11% off Amentara's Amanita and Blue Lotus beginner bundles at https://amentara.com/go/jdp with code JD11 (limited time). 2) HENSON SHAVING: Just head to https://hensonshaving.com/julian to get a free 100-pack of blades with your razor purchase JOIN PATREON FOR EARLY UNCENSORED EPISODE RELEASES: https://www.patreon.com/JulianDorey CLIPPERS DISCORD: https://discord.gg/8QmWEKJ3BT (***TIMESTAMPS in description below) ~ Jeremy Ryan Slate is an authority strategist and media expert who specializes in analyzing the Early Roman Empire to understand modern power dynamics, propaganda, and civilizational collapse. He is the CEO of the PR agency Command Your Brand and hosts The Jeremy Ryan Slate Show, where he explores historical parallels between ancient Rome and current global events. JEREMY's LINKS: YT: https://www.youtube.com/@UCPKV8RY9krCh0-jqmJwhtEw X: https://x.com/JeremyRyanSlate WEBSITE: https://jeremyryanslate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyryanslate/ FOLLOW JULIAN DOREY IG: https://www.instagram.com/julianddorey/ X: https://x.com/juliandorey JULIAN YT CHANNELS - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Clips YT: https://www.youtube.com/@juliandoreyclips - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Daily YT: https://www.youtube.com/@JulianDoreyDaily - SUBSCRIBE to Best of JDP: https://www.youtube.com/@bestofJDP ****TIMESTAMPS**** 0:00 - Jeremy Intro, Rome Culture, Alexander Influence, Emperor Worship 10:24 - Religion & Society, Roman vs Greek Beliefs, Divine Rulers 21:33 - Augustus Power, History Writing, Rome Origins, Aeneid 32:12 - Romulus Myth, Bloodlines, Greek Conquest, AI & History 44:21 - Alexander Strategy, Persia Conquest, Military Genius, Iliad 53:30 - Gladiator Myths, Roman Culture, Inflation, Political Comparisons 01:03:29 - US Politics vs Rome, Federal Reserve, Republic vs Democracy 01:15:48 - Moral Decline, Late Rome Parallels, Government Reform 01:20:42 - Roman Economy, Inflation Crisis, Currency Debasement 01:29:47 - Rigged Systems, Monetary Collapse, Aurelian, Power Struggles 01:35:53 - Constantine, Christianity Rise, Council of Nicaea 01:49:02 - Religion & Power, Cultural Shifts, Empire Decline 01:58:01 - Empire Borders, Immigration, Expansion Limits 02:08:23 - Stoicism, Marcus Aurelius, Five Good Emperors 02:17:50 - Power & Politics, Banking Families, Vatican Influence 02:29:33 - Espionage, Grain Power, Social Mobility, Military Paths 02:39:08 - Fall of Rome, Economy Collapse, Fourth Turning 02:52:59 - Responsibility, Modern Politics, Local Power 02:59:27 - Jeremy's work CREDITS: - Host, Editor & Producer: Julian Dorey - COO, Producer & Editor: Alessi Allaman - https://www.youtube.com/@UCyLKzv5fKxGmVQg3cMJJzyQ - In-Studio Producer: Joey Deef - https://www.instagram.com/joeydeef/ Julian Dorey Podcast Episode 418 - Jeremy Ryan Slate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kirk Lane joins Locked In with Ian Bick to share what it's really like after spending over 33 years in law enforcement. From starting out as a young officer to becoming a police chief and later a drug director, Kirk has seen every side of the job. In this episode, he breaks down how investigators get confessions from suspects, the reality of interrogations, and what actually happens behind closed doors. He also dives into the war on drugs, how it has changed over the course of his career, and what he learned from working narcotics and leading drug enforcement efforts. Kirk opens up about the most memorable cases, the challenges officers face, and the mental and emotional toll that comes with decades on the job. _____________________________________________ #LawEnforcement #PoliceLife #TrueCrime #CopStories #PoliceOfficer #CrimeStories #BehindTheBadge #lockedinpodcast _____________________________________________ Connect with Kirk Lane: https://www.cadca.org/team/kirk-r-lane/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Kirk Lane's Law Enforcement Journey 00:18 Childhood & Family Life 01:32 Growing Up with Deaf Parents 02:34 Early Influences & Aspirations 03:13 Choosing Law Enforcement 03:56 Military School & Early Career Skills 04:40 Undercover Skills from Childhood 05:07 Military Training & Wild Youth 05:28 Developing an Anti-Drug Stance 06:08 Early Views on Drugs 07:01 Peer Influence and Personal Choices 07:47 Family Influence and Purpose 08:13 Stepping Into Law Enforcement 09:16 Early Law Enforcement Roles 11:36 Dispatch & Jail Experiences 14:03 Small-Town Policing Differences 15:39 Lessons from Retail Security 16:58 Becoming a Small Town Police Officer 18:19 First Days as an Officer 19:10 Narcotics Enforcement Interests 19:24 First Undercover Experiences 21:03 Facing Danger Undercover 22:02 Maintaining Undercover Identity 23:02 Impact on Family & Personal Risk 25:22 Death Investigation & Advanced Roles 25:55 Missing the Impact of Overdose Cases 26:59 Targeting Dealers vs. Addressing Root Issues 27:00 Drug Enforcement & Asset Seizure Culture 28:18 Evolving Drug Trends & Jurisdictional Challenges 30:00 Rise of Clandestine Labs & Meth 32:00 Cartels, Youth, and Violence 33:22 What Happens After a Drug Bust 34:38 Motivations and Psychology of Big Dealers 35:45 Marijuana Enforcement & Observations 37:05 Leaving Undercover Work & Career Changes 39:42 Transitioning Roles and Maintaining Community Trust 42:42 Learning from Death Investigations 46:06 Community Expectations & Public Perception 47:41 Leadership as Police Chief 48:42 Challenges with Public Image and Media 50:01 Confessions & Interview Techniques 52:21 High-Profile Cases & Handling Evidence 55:41 Roles of Courts vs. Police in Justice 01:00:01 Building Community Trust 01:00:34 Drug Views and the Opioid Crisis 01:02:01 Moving Into Statewide Drug Policy Leadership 01:03:11 Developing & Expanding Peer Recovery 01:06:03 Recidivism and the Power of Recovery 01:09:00 Shifting Standards & Maintaining Ethics 01:10:48 Transition to Overseeing Opioid Settlement Funds 01:13:14 Retirement Reflections & Succession Planning 01:14:14 Final Lessons and Takeaways _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hidden Cost of Success: Why High Performers Feel Less Whole at the Top What if your success is not proof that you're aligned… But proof of how much of yourself you had to hide to survive? Show Notes In this episode 16 of the documentary-style of The Polymathic Perspective Podcast, Dov Baron dissects a silent, underdiagnosed reality: The structural mismatch between integrative minds and specialized systems. It's not about productivity, it's about neuroscience,identity. Perception. Power. And the hidden cost of becoming exceptional in a world that only understands narrow forms of intelligence.

Everyone's talking about mindfulness… but what if we've missed the most important part?What if the key isn't your mind being focused—but God's mind being focused on you?In this teaching on Psalm 8, John Ortberg explores a deeper kind of mindfulness—one that begins not with your attention, but with God's.While we often struggle with distraction, anxiety, and rumination, Psalm 8 reveals something surprising: God is fully, constantly mindful of you. His attention never drifts. His care never wavers.Through reflection, Scripture, and guided prayer, this teaching invites you to step into praise, re-center your mind, and experience what it means to live in the awareness of God's presence.You'll also learn how to pray the Psalm—turning your attention from distraction to delight, and from anxiety to awe.Music Credits:Vikersund by RØRE - MB01V0UASAACPKEAlta by RØRE - MB01IWZVJASGKHF

Do you often feel like your conversations aren't going anywhere? Or that you're not connecting as deeply as you'd like? It turns out, most of us are missing a key ingredient in our communication: asking the right questions. In today's episode, we share a part of the conversation we had with Charles Duhigg on becoming a supercommunicator. Charles reveals why traditional conversations fail and what you can do differently to spark real engagement. He explains how asking the right questions can shift a conversation from shallow small talk to deep, emotionally resonant discussions.Want to know how to break through the surface level and start having real conversations? Tune in for practical examples of how to ask deep questions that invite others to open up and share their honest thoughts and feelings.In This Episode You'll learn:- How to ask deep questions that drive real connection- The psychology of persuasion and trust-building- Why most “practical” conversations fail to persuade people- How emotional conversations impact decision-making- How to use empathy to lead tough conversations- The role of vulnerability in creating strong relationships- Tips for switching from a practical to an emotional conversation- The secret to making your customers feel heard and understoodMentioned in the Episode:Charles' Book, Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection: https://amzn.to/3Xj0ioW Charles' Book, The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business: https://amzn.to/4adpO6o Listen to the Full Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S7yot6sWy34 Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perpetual-traffic/id1022441491 Follow and listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/59lhtIWHw1XXsRmT5HBAuK Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@perpetual_traffic?sub_confirmation=1We Appreciate Your Support!Visit our website: https://perpetualtraffic.com/ Follow us on X: https://x.com/perpetualtraf Connect with Charles Duhigg:Website: https://charlesduhigg.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlesduhigg/ Connect with Ralph Burns: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphburns Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ralphhburns/ Hire Tier11 - https://www.tiereleven.com/apply-now Mentioned in this episode:We're opening up sponsorship spots for Q1 and Q2! https://perpetualtraffic.com/advertise-with-us/Apply for an ad spot on Perpetual Traffic for Q1 or Q2. Visit www.perpetualtraffic.com today to secure your spot!Apply for an ad spot on Perpetual Traffic for Q1 or Q2. Visit www.perpetualtraffic.com today to secure your spot!https://perpetualtraffic.com/advertise-with-us/

In this episode, Chris sits down with James Beshara - founder of Magic Mind, angel investor in 150+ companies (Mercury, Alchemy, Gusto, Halo Top), and a Dallas native who built Tilt and sold it to Airbnb. James spent two years tinkering with Magic Mind before he ever called it a business. Today it's a $100M CPG brand and the #1 health shot in natural retail - run with 10 employees, no Slack, almost no meetings, and a founder-CEO split he calls the Palmer Lucky lane. He is also one of the more thoughtful voices on the question every operator eventually wrestles with: what to build, when to build it, and how to know whether you are actually wired for it. They discuss: - How Magic Mind got to $100M with 10 employees, no Slack, and almost no meetings - The Palmer Lucky lane - how to be a founder without being the CEO - Why scratching your own itch beats chasing big ideas on a notepad - His biggest miss as an angel investor - the OpenAI seed round, what one investor calculated as the equivalent of 30 Googles - Wave selection - why standing still is sometimes the highest-leverage move in business - The Bhagavad Gita and surrendering into a duty-bound existence - Apt - the new company he sat on for seven years before building it Timestamps: (04:30) Where Can You Be Most Uniquely Useful? (10:02) The Nootropics Rabbit Hole(15:49) Wave Selection as a Business Philosophy (18:14) Retention is King (29:02) Asynchronous-First Company Culture (41:30) Magic Mind's Core Values (45:53) Cracking the Meta/Instagram Algorithm (52:22) Scaling Beyond E-Commerce (1:07:29) Founders are Sleeping on the Power of Encouragement (1:20:28) The Bhagavad Gita, Lion King & Duty (1:30:10) Surrendering to a Duty-Bound Existence You can receive 50% using the code POWERS50 at Magic Mind: https://magicmind.com/ Apt: https://www.tryapt.ai/ Support our Sponsors Collateral Partners: https://collateral.com/fort Chris on Social Media: X: https://x.com/fortworthchris Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepowerspodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrispowersjr/ Visit our website: https://www.powerspod.com/ Leave a review on Apple: https://bit.ly/45crFD0 Leave a review on Spotify: https://bit.ly/3Krl9jO

Episode 303: Awareness is POWER! | This is a replay while the podcast is on a short hiatus as I move through a rebrand and restructure. New episodes will be back soon!! Connect with Shayla: ✨ Anchor Into Abundance Program✨ Aligned Access: Bonus Episodes & Exclusive Content on Patreon✨ Activate Align Expand Guided Journal & Planner✨ Activate Align Expand Program✨ Activate Align Expand Affirmation Deck✨ Instagram: @shaylaquinn ✨ YouTube: www.youtube.com/shaylaquinn ✨ TikTok: @shayla.quinn ✨ Website: www.shaylaquinn.com ✨ Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/shaylaquinn ✨ Learn more about TYIL Program

EVEN MORE about this episode!What if a former NASA scientist told you the most powerful tool you're ignoring is your own intuition? In this episode, Julie Ryan and Jennifer Rochlis reveal how intuition works, why we override it, and how to start trusting it in your everyday decisions.Dr. Rochlis shares the life-altering experience that shifted her path—from leading high-level engineering teams at NASA to helping others reconnect with their intuition after a deeply personal health crisis. Together, they break down why high achievers often struggle to trust themselves, how the brain confuses uncertainty with danger, and what it actually takes to move from fear-based reactions into aligned, intuitive decisions.Blending cutting-edge science with spiritual insight, this conversation reveals how intuition works on a biological and energetic level, why the present moment holds your greatest power, and how tools like Human Design can help you understand your unique decision-making blueprint. Whether you're navigating change, seeking clarity, or feeling stuck despite external success, this episode will challenge how you think—and help you start trusting what you feel.Guest Biography:Dr. Jennifer Rochlis is a holistic coach and practitioner who blends science, spirituality, and human potential to help clients achieve deep transformation. A certified Miracle Minded Master Coach, Human Design Practitioner, Reiki Master, and Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, she creates personalized strategies that integrate mind, body, and spirit for lasting growth. With a unique interest in the intersection of consciousness and artificial intelligence, Jennifer explores how awareness and intention shape both personal evolution and our collective future. Prior to her coaching work, she spent over 20 years at NASA's Johnson Space Center in human spaceflight and held executive roles in the defense technology sector. She holds degrees in physics and aeronautics from Mount Holyoke College and MIT.Episode Chapters:(0:00:39) - The Physics of Power and the Present Moment(0:03:22) - How Intuition Shows Up in the Brain and Body(0:05:20) - A Rocket Scientist's Path to Trusting Intuition(0:08:36) - Intuition and Consciousness at NASA(0:11:58) - Why High Achievers Override Their Gut(0:37:44) - Intuition vs. Fear: How to Tell the Difference(0:41:41) - The Fastest Ways to Strengthen Intuition(0:44:55) - Your Human Blueprint: Human Design Explained(0:48:00) - Are We Part of a Larger Consciousness?(0:50:23) - Following a Spiritual Path When It Defies Logic(0:53:28) - What Is Emerging Through Humanity Right Now(0:55:57) - Why Do We Incarnate?➡️ Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️ Julie's Intuitive Trainings✏️ Ask Julie a Question!

Today we have Archie Hunter, journalist at Bloomberg who covers commodities, joining the show to get his take on current events, as well as the recent FT Global Commodities Summit, and compare notes on the key trends that we're seeing. How the current volatility is driving trading house earnings and how too much volatility might cause some challenges but certainly is driving continued consolidation in the sector and why good times for them is not good times for our wallets. For related content and to find out more about HC Group, a search firm dedicated to the energy & commodities sector, visit https://www.hcgroup.global

Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS, dives deep into the realities of budgeting and investing for SEO services in 2026. Favour explains that businesses should expect to invest between $500 and $10,000 monthly, emphasizing that organic search provides a much higher long-term conversion rate than paid media. The conversation heavily highlights the necessity of technical SEO—such as integrating Google Search Console and fixing canonical tags—before scaling content. Furthermore, Favour breaks down the evolution of "AI SEO," explaining how modern websites must use structured data, updated content tags, and local zip code embedding to ensure they are recommended by AI bots and localized search updates.Who is this for? This content is perfectly tailored for business owners, digital marketers, entrepreneurs, and content creators looking to navigate the technical and financial realities of search engine optimization in 2026. Whether you manage a local brick-and-mortar shop or a global e-commerce brand, this breakdown provides a blueprint for leveraging organic growth and artificial intelligence.Ready to Rank? Book Your SEO & Web Dev Services Today

Welcome back to HALO Talks. In this episode, host Pete Moore sits down with Alexander Tsiaras, founder of StoryMD and a pioneering force at the intersection of digital health and patient empowerment. From his roots as a DARPA programmer developing virtual surgery for astronauts and soldiers (!!) to raising over $55 million in grants and private capital, Alexander has dedicated his career to transforming healthcare data into a powerful, patient-centered narrative. Together, they discuss the fractured landscape of medical records, the journey of building an AI agent that acts as your personalized primary care, and the impact of making complex medical data accessible and actionable. Tsiaras shares how this technology helped his wife during her cancer treatment and why turning data into stories is the key to thriving, not just surviving. Whether you're an elite athlete, working through a health challenge, or passionate about wellness innovation, this conversation will change the way you think about your own healthcare journey. When it comes to the frangmentation that goes on "behind the scenes" Tsiaras states, "Everything is fragmented and the individual has to actually cobble it all together. And the whole point is that all of these big electronic medical records and all the technologies . . .are all about billing and administration. No one is actually empowering a great athlete or a patient . . . They're going through the same thing, fragmentation, where they have to cobble all the information together for themselves." Key themes discussed Fragmentation of patient medical records and healthcare data Empowering patients to own and understand their health journey Storytelling approach to personal medical information Use of HL7 coding for comprehensive data integration AI agent as personalized primary care in your pocket Monetization and responsible use of patient health data Strategic partnerships for scaling and commercialization A Few Key Takeaways 1. The Power of Personal Health Storytelling: Alexander emphasizes that understanding individual health requires more than statistics, it requires personal storytelling. By converting a patient's data into a narrative, users gain actionable insights and a stronger sense of agency over their wellness journey 01:19. 2. Fragmentation of Medical Records is a Major Issue: Through a personal example involving his wife's cancer treatment, Tsiaras highlights the fragmentation of patient data across multiple institutions and systems, which leads to a confusing and inefficient patient journey 02:05. 3. StoryMD Empowers Patients with Their Own Data: The digital platform is fully patient-focused. It enables individuals to import records from over 85,000 medical institutions, incorporate wearable and clinical data, and use an AI agent to interpret this data into a narrative that is understandable and actionable—all focused on the patient's unique journey 05:09. 4. Monetization Through Responsible Use of Data: While the import and basic interpretation of data is free, Alexander describes a model where the value comes from the quality and responsible monetization of anonymized data, with a focus on benefitting patients rather than exploiting their information 05:42. 5. The Future of Primary Care May Be in Your Pocket: StoryMD is evolving into a platform where an AI agent acts as a pocket-sized primary care resource, reviewing comprehensive and personalized health data to provide real-time, individualized advice, meeting a growing need as traditional primary care accessibility declines 15:20. Resources:  Alexander Tsiaras: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandertsiaras/  StoryMD: https://storymd.com/  Integrity Square: https://www.integritysq.com Prospect Wizard: https://www.theprospectwizard.com Promotion Vault: https://www.promotionvault.com HigherDose: https://www.higherdose.com

With less than six months until the 2026 midterm elections, the battle for congressional majorities continues to intensify. Following a pivotal Supreme Court decision on Louisiana's redistricting maps, the door has swung open for a new phase of "mid-decade redistricting" that could reshape the House. Bruce Mehlman, founder of Mehlman Consulting, joins the Rundown to talk about the factors that will determine the next congressional majority. Using phones in classrooms has become a heated issue over the years, but is there a root cause that points to a deeper societal problem? Certified Family Therapist and Founder of “The Listening Path,” Christine Miles, joins the Rundown to discuss why inept listening skills are crippling about ability to connect. That is a core tenet in her book titled, What Is It Costing You Not to Listen?: The Power of Understanding to Connect, Influence, Solve & Sell. PLUS, commentary by Jason Rantz, the author of What's Killing America, and the host of The Jason Rantz Show.  PHOTO CREDIT: ASSOCIATED PRESS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Doc Jen and Doctor Dom, both doctors of physical therapy, welcome physiotherapist Will Harlow, who specializes in helping people over 50 maintain independence and achieve movement longevity. Will shares his journey from sports physiotherapy to focusing on older adults and introduces his four pillars of independence: mobility, strength, balance, and skeletal health—all essential for movement longevity. He offers practical advice, including strength training, "balance snacks," and bone-strengthening exercises, emphasizing how these habits contribute to movement longevity. Will also highlights the importance of diet, quality sleep, and social connection for longevity, while addressing common concerns about osteoporosis and arthritis pain. He promotes his new book, "Independence for Life". Lifting for Longevity: Check out our NEW movement longevity course -> Lifting for Longevity! Build your Strength, Mobility, Power, Balance and more regardless of what stage or age you're at! Podcast listeners get a bonus discount with code OPTIMAL20 Needed Discount: Jen trusted Needed Supplements for fertility, pregnancy, and beyond! Support men and women's health with vitamins, Omega-3, and more. Used by 6,000+ pros. Use code OPTIMAL for 20% off at checkout! Will's Resources: Will's Website Will on IG Will on FB Will on YouTube Free 7-Day Roadmap We Think You'll Love: Lifting for Longevity Jen's Instagram Dom's Instagram YouTube Channel Go HERE for full show notes. What You'll Learn: 4:29 Will describes his career path, leaving pro sports, and discovering his calling in helping people over 50. 9:51 Will shares about working for... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Micah and Matthew discuss the importance of checklists and processes in achieving professionalism and success in the financial advisory field. They explore how mental checklists can enhance client experience, the significance of diligence in daily tasks, and the distinction between checklists and processes. The conversation emphasizes the need for effective organization to ensure a seamless client experience and the importance of inspecting tasks to maintain high standards. The Power of Mental Checklists [Episode 351] Resources in today's episode: - Micah Shilanski: Website | LinkedIn- Matt Jarvis: Website | LinkedIn- Learn More about our Coaching Programs

Click here to receive today's free gift on the Radio Page:  Speaking God's Language – Throughout the Bible, God encourages us to bring before him our worship and praise, confession, thanksgivings, intercessions, and petitions. As Christians grow in the discipline of praying, it becomes clear that there is always more to learn. Joni Eareckson Tada shares insights and personal stories that will hone your skill of including scripture in your prayers. Use the coupon code: RADIOGIFT for free shipping! *Limit one copy per person* --------Thank you for listening! Your support of Joni and Friends helps make this show possible. Joni and Friends envisions a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ. Become part of the global movement today at www.joniandfriends.org. Find more encouragement on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube.

EZ back Monday, May 4Segments include:*EZ tries solving a mystery about an alleged local pedo.*Alleged pedo has same name and looks exactly like this guy!*Hot chick in Louisiana likes porking kids.  Oddly, she's not a teacher.*EZ makes a silly cold call inquiring about a job opening. Hint: it has to do with previous story.*Larry Nassar is going to be killed in prison.  Inmate says Nassar is sucking dick to stay alive.*In between podcasts, EZ spoke with neighbor / cat owner.*Simone Biles is fed up with certain questions.*Don't celebrate a win too early in the olympics.*Olympic swimmer asked to leave Olympic Village early for being a skank.*Local kook goes on a joy ride.*Power outage causes trouble for EZ*We look back on the 1 year anniversary of something spectacular*Locals having a tizzy over an alligator*RFK Jr tells Roseanne a horrific story of something he did.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jerry Robin was paralyzed six days after his first Gypsy Tales episode dropped. One year later, he's back — breaking down the physics of his crash at MetLife Stadium, the moment sensation deleted from his body inch by inch, what it was actually like in rehab, the suicidal thoughts he doesn't hide from, and how two rounds of experimental stem cell treatment are rewriting what doctors said was a complete spinal cord injury.Jerry Robin is a professional supercross racer and FXR athlete who competed in the 450 SX class. He suffered a complete thoracic spinal cord injury at Supercross in New York in April 2025 and has spent the year since undergoing stem cell treatment, rebuilding his life, and joining FXR full-time in a remote role.In Chapter 399, Jerry Robin reveals:- The exact mechanics of his crash — why going straight up instead of forward changed everything- The moment his body shut down, sensation deleting from his chest to his feet in real time- Suicidal thoughts in early rehab, and the wife who drove 1 hour 20 minutes to Casa Kalina nearly every day to save his life- Two rounds of stem cell treatment — what they gave back, including diaphragm function that nearly killed him when a blood clot released during his first meal after surgery- Why he left rehab early and chose to learn by making real mistakes at home- Standing 20–30 minutes a day on a Smith machine with eyes closed, visualizing every step of walking- Adler Caudle, Road 2 Recovery, and the people who showed up when it counted- His new remote role at FXR managing amateur teams and accounts- The privateer debate — Josh Greco spent $60K in entry fees to make 3 mains, and what that tells you about the sport- 450 Supercross Championship predictions — Lawrence, Hunter, or Eli?Enjoy Chapter 399 Ft. Jerry Robin — like, subscribe, and comment below.---TIMESTAMPS:00:00:00 Intro00:02:16 Welcome Back Jerry Robin00:03:00 Adjusting to Life in a Wheelchair00:05:34 Choosing Not to Give Up00:07:04 Jerry Relives the Day His Life Changed00:11:19 The Moment Jerry Hit the Ground00:12:30 SOTA Fuel00:13:08 When Jerry Lost Feeling00:19:41 Adler Caudle00:21:26 First 48 Hours00:35:33 Destination Yamaha00:36:58 Waking Up From Surgery00:42:24 Starting Rehab00:45:28 The Support of Jerry's Wife00:58:35 The Mental Challenge01:06:39 Trying to Stay Positive01:17:58 Why Jase Started SOTA Fuel01:22:35 The Power of Visualization01:26:14 Motosport01:28:02 Why Do Therapy01:36:18 The Stress of Racing Supercross01:37:48 How Jerry Stays Fit01:49:20 Road 2 Recovery01:54:42 Learning to Accept It02:01:00 Jerry's New Job at FXR02:07:25 The Privateer Debate02:19:57 Brunt Workwear02:21:27 Privateers Are NOT the Backbone of the Sport02:29:44 Supercross's Biggest Problem02:35:46 This Would Fix the Privateer Issue02:45:58 Jerry's Inspiring Story02:50:45 450 Supercross Championship Predictions02:58:04 Closing---

In this episode, I sit down with Mark Hughes, co-founder and CEO of Solid Road, for a real conversation about how AI is reshaping customer experience and what that means for leaders today. We explore how tools like the Claude coworking system are changing team communication and improving transparency, and why Mark sees radical transparency as a key to building trust and ownership across an organization. We also get into how leadership evolves as companies scale, why hiring specialists matters, how your role shifts as a leader, and what it takes to step into a more strategic mindset. Mark shares his own journey through that transition, along with the lessons he's learned along the way. We wrap up by looking at how embracing AI isn't just about efficiency, but about fostering a culture of continuous learning, adaptability, and growth. Episode Highlights & Time Stamps 6:34 The Power of AI in Customer Experience 8:41 Managing Team Burnout 10:02 Core Leadership Principles 11:34 The Importance of Ownership 13:52 Defining Radical Transparency 17:17 Future of AI-Driven Leadership 23:34 Evolving Leadership Practices About Mark Hughes Mark Hughes is the co-founder and CEO of Solidroad, a company focused on using AI to improve how customer-facing teams train, perform, and deliver support. His work centers on building AI agents that help companies coach their teams, analyze conversations, and raise the overall quality of customer experience at scale. Before launching Solidroad, Mark founded Gradguide, a mentorship and coaching platform for recent graduates, where he raised funding, built a team, and successfully exited the company. He also brings deep experience from roles in sales, support, and customer success leadership, previously leading EMEA teams at Chargify (now Maxio) and working as an early sales hire at Intercom. Through Solidroad, Mark is helping organizations rethink how teams learn and improve, combining AI-driven insights with real-world training to accelerate onboarding, boost performance, and create more consistent customer experiences. How to Connect with Mark Hughes: LinkedIn: Mark Hughes https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hughes-a36915a7 Company Website: Solidroad https://www.solidroad.com/ Resources & Next Steps Ready to take your leadership energy to the next level? Explore free training and resources at https://training.coreelevation.com/ to help you identify energy leaks, strengthen your leadership presence, and elevate your team's performance.

In this episode of Friday Field Notes, Ryan Michler tackles a controversial but critical idea: what if free markets aren't the problem—but the proving ground for masculinity? Ryan breaks down how systems built on risk, accountability, competition, and earned success shape men into capable, resilient leaders. He contrasts this with the growing appeal of dependency-driven systems and explains why outsourcing responsibility may come at a deeper cost—your purpose, identity, and sovereignty. This is a direct, unfiltered look at what men lose when struggle disappears—and why the free market might be the arena men actually need. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - The Question No One Is Asking 00:34 - Free Markets & Masculinity Explained 02:12 - Struggle Is the Point 04:02 - Masculinity Under Fire 05:20 - The Rise of Dependency Thinking 06:09 - Sovereignty vs Security 07:54 - Personal Responsibility 09:50 - Risk & Reward 11:46 - Purpose, Work, and Male Disengagement 13:40 - Independence & Self-Reliance 15:26 - Earned Respect vs Entitlement 18:20 - The Power of Competition 21:46 - Justice vs Mercy 23:33 - The Lie About Capitalism (Cronyism) 25:40 - Consumerism & Empty Men 27:43 - Comfort Is the Real Threat 29:25 - Final Thoughts & Challenge Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Alicia Lyttle. SUMMARY OF THE ALICIA LYTTLE INTERVIEW From “Money Making Conversations Master Class” with Rushion McDonald [ 1. Purpose of the Interview The purpose of this interview was to: Showcase Alicia Lyttle, CEO and co‑founder of Air Innovations, known widely as the “Queen of AI.” [ Educate small business owners, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits on how to leverage AI for growth. Highlight her mission to empower the African American community to not only keep up with AI—but lead in it. [ Demonstrate how AI tools can transform operations, content creation, finances, and productivity in minutes instead of months. Inspire listeners through her entrepreneurial journey, professional pivots, and personal resilience. 2. High-Level Summary Alicia Lyttle returns to the show two years after her last appearance, now positioned at the forefront of the global AI movement. She explains how her work has shifted from annual summits to monthly AI Business Summits, teaching tens of thousands of entrepreneurs how to use AI hands‑on for content, marketing, operations, and scaling. She breaks down how simple tools—such as NotebookLM, ChatGPT, Jasper, Gemini, and HeyGen—can turn a single piece of content into newsletters, PowerPoints, videos, study guides, and more. She stresses that AI is now accessible, especially with free versions like ChatGPT. Alicia also shares her origin story in AI, beginning with a 15‑year‑old speaker at Walmart Tech Live describing IBM Watson. This sparked her fascination and ultimately led her to pivot her entire company toward full-time AI training and consulting by 2022—despite skepticism from her peers. She details the massive growth of her brand, including 21,000+ live summit attendees and explosive social media expansion. The interview also addresses AI’s role in finance, healthcare, government, job disruption, and how individuals can future‑proof themselves. Her personal story of overcoming a restrictive ex-husband who told her she would “never speak again” underscores her powerful message: no one should silence your gifts. Now she speaks to thousands, leads major events, and helps others build new careers in AI. 3. Key Takeaways A. AI Is Evolving Fast—and So Must We AI is changing so quickly that entrepreneurs cannot afford to wait for annual updates. This is why Alicia shifted to monthly training summits. People need ongoing education to stay competitive. B. Hands‑On AI Education Is the Key Alicia doesn’t just lecture—she walks participants through real demonstrations: Uploading YouTube links Creating summaries Generating emails, mind maps, PowerPoints, quizzes, videos, and more…all from a single input. Her approach eliminates fear and teaches entrepreneurs how to use AI immediately. C. Accessibility Has Changed the Game The release of ChatGPT, especially the free version, democratized AI. Before that, tools like IBM Watson were too complex and expensive. Now anyone with a laptop and internet connection can build websites, write content, or automate business flows in minutes. [ D. The African American Community Must Lead—Not Follow Alicia emphasizes that historically, Black communities have been “last in line” in tech innovation, but this AI era presents a once‑in‑a‑generation opportunity to jump ahead.She sees it as her mission to speak everywhere Black entrepreneurs are to ensure they seize this moment. E. AI Will Replace Tasks—But People Can Future‑Proof Themselves Jobs are already shifting. Companies are laying off non–AI‑literate employees.Alicia urges people to: Become AI‑fluent Join AI committees at work Pursue certification Use AI to become their company’s internal expert “There’s no maybe—you have to learn AI,” she warns. F. AI is Transforming Every Sector: Finance, Healthcare, Government She provides insights on… AI receptionists (“Monica” and “Leslie”) that boost customer interaction to 92% Financial analysis using secure ChatGPT setups AI mental health companions Government calls for national AI leadership G. Alicia Monetizes Through Education, Certification & Consulting Her business model includes: Free monthly summits Paid masterclasses Corporate consulting AI certifications Live Atlanta workshops She teaches others to become AI consultants too. H. Her Personal Triumph Story Inspires Thousands A powerful moment is when she recounts her ex-husband saying: “There’s only one quarterback on a team—and you will never speak again.”Yet today, 1,200+ people attend her live events, and tens of thousands join her virtual trainings. Her success proves resilience and purpose overcome adversity. 4. Key Quotes On AI Opportunity “Never has there been a better time in history to start, build, or scale a business than right now.” On Training Entrepreneurs “Open your laptops… use the same prompt I use. See what results you get.” On the Power of AI Tools “You can take one episode and repurpose it into all these different content ways.” On Pivoting Her Entire Company “In 2022, I said we’re closing this business and going all in on AI.” On Being Black in Tech “My mission is to make sure our community is not left behind—but ahead of the curve.” On Personal Resilience “You will be speaking on the best stages… people will come to see you.”(A friend’s response after she was told she’d “never speak again.”) On Future-Proofing Careers “Those using AI will replace you. You have to learn how to leverage AI.” On AI as a Human-First Technology “AI plus human intelligence—that’s what takes things to the next level.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with Lauren Craddock—author, educator, and leading voice on living intentionally—for an eye-opening conversation about her journey from clutter and overwhelm to clarity, impact, and living with purpose. Lauren shares her personal transformation from battling "collector at heart" tendencies in her home to uncovering the deeper reasons behind clutter and consumerism. She candidly describes the "perspective pivot" that changed her life, how she learned to curate her space based on what she truly uses, loves, and needs, and the power of letting go—not just of stuff, but of the scarcity mindset and guilt that keep so many stuck. Together, we dig into the heart of Lauren's book, Own with Intention, exploring her signature practices like the Mindful Exchange, counting the inflow, and practical steps for couples and families with different approaches to their stuff. Lauren explains why minimalism isn't about owning less for its own sake, but about creating space for more of what matters—energy, focus, connection, and making a meaningful impact. If you've ever struggled to release the things weighing you down, or you want to live a more intentional, empowered life in your home and beyond, this episode is a reminder that you can own your story, your space, and your future—one intentional step at a time. Register to join Lauren for her book launch on May 4th! - JOIN US HERE About Lauren, Lauren Craddock is the creator of Own with Intention, a framework that helps people reclaim their time and focus by intentionally choosing what stays in their lives. She's a National Board Certified fourth-grade teacher, a mom of three boys, and the author of the upcoming book Own with Intention: 20 Minimalist Practices to Create Space for What Matters Most.     Through her own journey from overwhelm to intentional living, Lauren discovered that minimalism isn't all about ridding yourself of things. Minimalism is really about leadership of your life—deciding intentionally to create space for what matters most.  Today she's helping people rethink their relationship with possessions so they can stop managing things and start living with greater clarity, purpose, and impact.  Here's a few additional resources for you… Do you feel called to share your story with the world? Check out Gordon Publishing  Follow me on Instagram: @JonGordon11 Check out my new revised release of my book, The Power of Positive Leadership here! Every week, I send out a free Positive Tip newsletter via email. It's advice for your life, work and team. You can sign up now here and catch up on past newsletters. Ready to lead with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose? The Certified Positive Leader Program is for anyone who wants to grow as a leader from the inside out. It's a self-paced experience built around my most impactful leadership principles with tools you can apply right away to improve your mindset, relationships, and results. You'll discover what it really means to lead with positivity… and how to do it every day. Learn more here! Do you feel called to do more? Would you like to impact more people as a leader, writer, speaker, coach and trainer? Get Jon Gordon Certified if you want to be mentored by me and my team to teach my proven frameworks principles, and programs for businesses, sports, education, healthcare!

Jesus gives us a name to use for God. Matthew 6:9: “This, then, is how you should pray: Our Father…” Right there. The first two words of the prayer. Our Father. Before anything else… before the structure, before the requests, before the “give us” and “forgive us”… Jesus starts with identity and relationship. Our Father. That's how He teaches us to approach God. He is our Father and we are his beloved daughter. Now here's something really beautiful – It is believed Jesus originally spoke this in Aramaic, the everyday language of the people he was speaking to. The word would have been “Abun.” Later, when written in Greek, we see the word “Abba.” And these words “Abba” and “Abun” weren’t formal, distant titles. These were words a child would use for their father. Daddy. Papa. A word of closeness. A word of trust. A word of belonging. So when Jesus says, “This is how you should pray,” He is saying… come to God like this. Come as a child comes to a loving Father. Not distant. Not afraid. Not trying to impress. But close. Known. Loved. Now let me ask you…. Who is this God we pray to? Are we bothering Him with our requests? Are we even doing it right? Does the Creator of the universe really hear us… and if He does, does He really want to? Scripture tells us to talk to God about everything—all the time. Not with fancy or showy words, but with our real, everyday language. Philippians 4: 6-7, “Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.” And this conversation with our Father, our Abba, our Papa hold tremendous power! James 5:16 says, “The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results.” That's you. Righteous not because of what you've done, but because of your faith in Jesus. And your earnest prayer—the sincere one, the one that comes from relationship and not obligation—that prayer has power. Power to move mountains. Power to break chains. Power to make the impossible possible. But so many of us miss out on that power because we don't really understand who we're talking to. I missed out for years, and maybe you are too. All too often we approach God like we're interrupting Him… like we should keep it short, wrap it up, or say it just right. But Jesus tells us there's a different way and a better way to approach God … “Our Father.” That's our Abba. Our Papa. Not a distant God. Not an annoyed ruler. Not an angry man with a stick. Our Father. I sometimes listen to the teaching of a man named Bill Lokey. At the time of his latest recording, he had been battling cancer for several years, continually given only weeks to live. And this man decided, if he was only going to live a very short time, he would actually LIVE! His final recording was just 2 weeks before what he referred to as “a step from the boat to the dock”. Yes, his final breath and step into eternity. I'm literally listening to a man in his final 2 weeks of life teach me how to truly LIVE. I'm learning many things from Bill and his legacy, but the one thing that has impacted me most is an interaction he had with God during his private prayer time. He was in the car, and he began praying as he normally did, and God interrupted him and said, “I want you to call me Papa.” This man had followed Jesus for over 60 years, and he said in that moment, he experienced a whole new level of relationship with his Creator. He's not just God. He's not just the Maker of Heaven and Earth. He's not just the God of all gods. He's not just the Almighty. He is your Father, and he wants you to call him Papa. Papa. Let that settle into your soul right now. Romans 8:14–16 (MSG) says,“This resurrection life you received from God is not a timid, grave-tending life. It's adventurously expectant, greeting God with a childlike ‘What's next, Papa?' God's Spirit touches our spirits and confirms who we really are. We know who he is, and we know who we are: Father and children.” Oh… to be adventurously expectant. Did you wake up this morning expecting adventure from a Father who loves you? Did you wake up to this new month of life remembering He is for you and not against you? That He has already gone before you and made a way? If you didn't, it's so easy to feel stressed or overwhelmed… worried about your future and dreading the day ahead. But you have received a resurrection life. A life that has been raised up. A life that is new and fresh. A life that can break free of overwhelm. And when God's Spirit touches your spirit, you know who you are. My friend, may you've forgotten who you really are. Maybe life has gotten loud and busy and you're just trying to keep up. Today, Abba, Father, Papa is inviting you to slow down, come close and remember again. If you've lost yourself along the way, pause right here. Let truth settle in to you. You are not who the world says you are. You are not who your past says you are. When His Spirit meets yours, you remember your identity. And when you know who you are… then you know who He is. Father. Daddy. Papa. We know who He is, and we know who we are: Father and children. So let me ask you…. How do you sound when you pray? Do you come as a confident daughter, trusting in His love for you? Or do you come like a beggar… hoping maybe you catch Him in a good mood? Or maybe you've stopped coming at all… because somewhere along the way, you lost your belief in His personal love for you. The enemy would love nothing more than for you to see God as distant, cold, and unapproachable. But God is saying, “No… I'm your Papa God.” I used to wonder… am I bothering God? Should I just ask once and be done? Should I keep it short, like a quick summary prayer that covers everything? Sometimes I think we treat God like there's a limit, like we should hurry. But that's not what Jesus taught. Our Father. A Father doesn't get annoyed when His child keeps talking. A Father doesn't say, “You've already asked that.” A Father leans in, listens again and does everything he can for his beloved girl. That's who he is and that's who you are to him. I think about how much it means when a child says “Mama” or “Daddy.” The first time… it changes everything. And it never stops mattering. When my adult children call me Mama, my heart responds instantly. And that's just a glimpse—a tiny glimpse—of how God responds when you call Him Father. He's not rolling His eyes. He's not checking the clock. He's not saying, “Wrap it up.” His heart overflows. And here's what is so incredible… The same God who created the universe… Who holds everything together… Who is all-powerful, all-knowing, ever-present… He invites you to call him Daddy. Papa. Abba. That is the relationship He wants with you. But let's be honest for a moment. For some, this is a hard name to hear and receive. You see, for many, this is hard because our idea of “father” has been damaged. Maybe your earthly father fell short. Maybe he fell absent. Maybe that image just doesn't feel safe or real. And that matters. But don't miss this… God is not a reflection of your earthly father. He is the perfection of what a father was always meant to be. A Father who chose you. Ephesians 1:5 says, “He decided in advance to adopt you into His family… and it gave Him great pleasure.” You are chosen. Wanted. Adopted. I've seen the power of adoption up close. To be chosen. To be claimed. To finally belong. That's what God has done for you. He didn't just allow you into His family—He wanted you there. You are His daughter. So what does this relationship actually look like? It looks like pulling up an extra chair and inviting Him into your day. It looks like sitting with Him… talking with Him… or sometimes just being with Him. It looks like saying, “Hey Papa… what's next?” Not out of fear… but out of excitement. Not out of obligation… but out of relationship. What if you lived your life like that? Adventurously expectant. Waking up saying, “Papa God, You've given me this day… so what are we going to do together?” What if prayer wasn't a task… but a conversation? What if God wasn't distant… but right beside you? Papa. Feel the closeness of that. Feel the safety of that. Feel the invitation in that. You are not a burden. You are not an obligation. You are his child. He is here. He is available. And he wants nothing more than a life giving relationship with you. Yes, he is all the things that are far above all the other things. Yes, he is to be honored. Yes, he is to be respected. Yes, he is to praised. And yes, he is to be YOURS! Your Father. Your Abun. Your Abba. Your Papa. So today… pull up a chair. Invite Him into your space. Don't worry about saying the right words. Just be with Him. And maybe start right here: “What's next, Papa? I'm ready.” Because this life you've been given…. It's not timid. It's not small. It's a resurrection life. And it's meant to be lived… side by side with your Father. Follow Pamela on Instagram – https://instagram.com/headmamapamela Or Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pamela.crim Find out more about BIG Life – http://biglifehq.com

In this heartfelt conversation, Coach Blu Robinson welcomes back returning guest Patrick Overholt to reflect on his journey through addiction, recovery, and the life-changing power of community and purpose. Patrick shares personal stories of healing, the role humility has played in his growth, and how golf, fellowship, and connection continue to support his recovery. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 02:51 The Journey of Recovery: Struggles and Triumphs 06:07 The Role of Family in Recovery 09:02 Facing Challenges: The Importance of Community 12:11 Lessons Learned: The Path to Sobriety 15:05 The Impact of Addiction on Parenting 17:53 Finding Hope and Purpose 21:06 The Ripple Effect of Recovery 23:59 Navigating Relationships in Recovery 27:12 Honoring Those Lost: A Personal Reflection 34:23 Facing Loss and Grief 39:05 Understanding Addiction's Impact 44:54 The Power of Community in Recovery 48:36 Expanding Inclusivity in Recovery Programs 51:58 The Unseen Struggles of Addiction 54:43 The Recipe for Recovery and Growth Resources Addict to Athlete Website - https://addicttoathlete.org Good Time Golf - https://goodtimegolf.org/ Recipe Golf Apparel and Storytelling - https://recipegolf.com/      

I sit down with Real Estate & Infinite Banking expert, Ryan Lee, to break down his step-by-step guide to retire in 10 years or less using life insurance and turn-key real estate to generate $10K a month of tax free income for life.Watch the Interview on Youtube for Visuals - https://youtu.be/Bp36IxXrtG4Want to See If Whole Life Insurance Can Improve Your Financial Plan? Schedule Your Clarity Call Here: https://bttr.ly/bw-yt-aa-clarityWant Us To Review Your Permanent Life Insurance Policy? Click Here: https://bttr.ly/yt-policy-reviewWant Free Whole Life Insurance Resources & Education? Go Here: https://bttr.ly/yt-bw-vaultConnect with Ryan Lee:Buy Ryan's Book - https://retirein10years.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theryandlee/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WealthOutsideWallStreetLearn More About BetterWealth: https://betterwealth.comChapters:00:00 - Interview Teaser 01:28 - Guest Introduction - Ryan Lee 03:05 - Setting the 10-Year Constraint 08:00 - Identifying Financial Risks 13:41 - The Equity Mill Strategy 18:42 - Life Insurance as a Wealth Vault 19:35 - Power of Real Estate and Inflation 33:00 - Phantom Income and the Wealthy's Playbook 38:00 - Managing a 10-Year Retirement Plan 48:16 - Dependency Economy vs. Ownership Economy 55:53 - Real Estate Due Diligence 01:00:23 - Lending and Leverage Mechanics 01:09:47 - Diversification and Hedges 01:17:57 - Final Words on Perspective and VisionDISCLAIMER: https://bttr.ly/aapolicy*This video is for entertainment purposes only and is not financial or legal advice. Financial Advice Disclaimer: All content on this channel is for education, discussion, and illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as professional financial advice or recommendation. Should you need such advice, consult a licensed financial or tax advisor. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of the information on this channel. Neither host nor guests can be held responsible for any direct or incidental loss incurred by applying any of the information offered.

On this week's show a listener asks for some help with keeping his audio in sync with his video. We also discuss how to turn off the ACR on your Smart TV. But first we read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: Here's What's Coming in the 2026 Apple TV Roku's Howdy Streaming Service Reaches an Estimated 1 Million Users Deal Alert! 65" TV for $238 Audio Sync in a Home Theater Byron's request for answers to some specific questions on audio sync: I'd appreciate it if you guys could provide some "guiding principles" on syncing audio in a home theater setup. I have four questions: 1. Should the AVR be the ONLY place to mess with syncing settings (when everything runs through it, including ARC)? Yes, in most cases—this is the recommended approach. Start with AVR settings at zero or Auto, enable Auto Lip Sync if available, and adjust the manual audio delay there. Avoid adjusting on the TV or sources unless you have a specific reason like a stubborn source that bypasses the AVR. Changing multiple devices creates conflicts and makes troubleshooting harder. 2. If AVR is the main adjustment point, do sources automatically stay in sync after setting it once?  Often yes, especially with Auto Lip Sync enabled and consistent sources. The AVR's delay setting (or per-input memory) applies across similar content. However: Different video formats, resolutions, SDR vs. HDR/Dolby Vision,  60Hz vs. 24p or processing modes can introduce varying delays. Some AVRs store audio delay per input, so one good setting per source/input often suffices.  3. For Fire TV Sticks, Apple TV, etc.: Do sync settings apply across all apps, or per-app? Fire TV Stick: The AV Sync Tuning (under Settings > Display & Sounds > Audio) is generally a device-wide offset. It should hold across apps for the HDMI output. Individual apps might have minor internal variations, but a global tweak usually covers most cases. Reboot the stick if sync drifts. Apple TV: No built-in manual per-app delay slider in standard settings. There's a Wireless Audio Sync calibration that uses the iPhone for measurement, which is more global. Different apps (e.g., Netflix vs. others) can sometimes show varying sync due to their decoding/processing—users often report needing AVR tweaks when switching apps. Match Frame Rate and consistent audio formats help stability.  In both cases, rely on the AVR for the heavy lifting. 4. Do higher-end AVRs allow different sync settings per input? Yes! Many mid-to-high-end models store audio delay/lip sync per input source. Examples include Denon models with "Master Audio Delay" or similar, where you can set and recall different ms offsets (often 0–500ms) for each HDMI input. This is a big convenience for multiple devices. Check your AVR manual for "Audio Delay," "Lip Sync," or "per input" settings. Additional Best Practices Minimize variables: Disable unnecessary video processing (motion smoothing, noise reduction) on the TV and AVR to reduce video latency. Use "Game" or "Pure Direct" modes where possible for lower lag. HDMI/ARC specifics: Ensure high-quality HDMI cables. eARC is better than ARC for bandwidth and sync negotiation. Power cycle everything (unplug) after big changes. Order of troubleshooting: AVR Auto Lip Sync → Manual AVR delay → Source device tweaks → TV audio delay (last). Test tools: Use built-in sync tests on your devices or YouTube "lip sync test" videos. The Most Effective ways to Circumvent Smart TV Spying Last week we talked about how your TV was spying on what you are watching. This week we discuss how to prevent that from happening. The following are the most effective ways to circumvent smart TV spying and related data collection, ranked from easiest/quickest to most thorough. These also help limit proxy network enrollment in shady apps. 1. Disable ACR Directly in TV Settings (Quickest First Step) Most brands let you turn off Automatic Content Recognition (and related ad/personalization features) without losing core picture quality. Do this on every TV: Samsung: Home button → Sidebar menu → Privacy Choices → Terms & Conditions / Privacy Policy → Uncheck Viewing Information Services (and Interest-Based Ads if present). LG: Settings → General → System → Additional Settings (or Advanced) → Turn Live Plus OFF → Also enable Limit Ad Tracking. Sony: Settings → Initial Setup → Disable Samba Interactive TV. Vizio: System → Reset & Admin → Turn Viewing Data OFF. Roku TV / Roku-based: Settings → Privacy → Smart TV Experience → Uncheck Use Info from TV Inputs. Hisense / TCL: Settings → System or Privacy → Disable Smart TV Experience or Use Info from TV Inputs. Amazon Fire TV: Preferences → Privacy Settings → Turn off data tracking options. After changing, restart the TV. Check the setting again after any software update, as it can reset. Also disable voice assistants, microphones, and cameras (cover them physically if needed). 2. Block Internet Access to the TV (Highly Effective) The simplest long-term fix: Prevent the TV from phoning home at all. Don't connect it to Wi-Fi or Ethernet in the first place. Or, on your router: Create a guest Wi-Fi just for the TV, then use firewall rules, parental controls, or MAC address blocking to stop all outbound internet traffic (while allowing local network access if you stream from a NAS/Plex/Jellyfin). Advanced: Use a tool like Pi-hole or AdGuard Home on your network to block known tracking domains. Pro tip: Many people report the TV works fine (or even faster) for HDMI inputs and local streaming when fully offline. External streaming devices handle all internet needs. 3. Use the TV as a "Dumb" Display Only Treat your smart TV like a big monitor: Connect all content via HDMI from a more private device (never use the TV's built-in apps). Recommended external boxes (in order of privacy-friendliness): Apple TV — Clean interface, minimal tracking, no aggressive ads. NVIDIA Shield or other local-media-focused devices.  Raspberry Pi or HTPC running Kodi/Plex for full local control. This bypasses the TV's OS almost entirely. 4. Go Fully "Dumb" (Most Private Long-Term Solution) Buy a true dumb TV or large computer monitor (no smart features, no Wi-Fi, no ACR). Options exist in smaller sizes or from brands like Westinghouse for basic panels. Pair it with an external streamer or your own computer/laptop via HDMI. Many privacy-focused users prefer this setup over any "smart" panel. Important reality check: Disabling ACR and blocking internet stops most viewing-data collection, but no method is 100% foolproof against every firmware trick or future update. The nuclear option—keeping the TV completely offline and HDMI-only—remains the gold standard for privacy.  

This week on the Agents of Recovery Podcast Coach Wendell and Coach Blu welcome AOR first guest, Drew Boa, a leading expert in overcoming pornography addiction from The Husband Material Academy, sharing his personal journey, therapeutic approaches like Internal Family Systems, and practical tools for recovery. Discover how understanding inner parts, healing childhood wounds, and embracing sexuality can transform lives and relationships. This is a powerful episode! Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Agents of Recovery Podcast01:14 Welcoming Drew Boa: The First Guest02:30 Drew's Journey: From Struggle to Healing04:35 Understanding the Inner Child12:02 The Impact of Early Exposure to Pornography14:54 The Power of Internal Family Systems21:55 Healing Through Self-Compassion24:32 The Ripple Effect of Healing on Relationships28:14 Creating Safe Spaces for Open Conversations30:32 Understanding Sexual Arousal and Desire31:51 The Impact of Pornography on Relationships33:52 Navigating Shame and Deception in Relationships35:57 The Need for Equal Support in Healing39:00 Healing After Betrayal: A Threefold Approach41:47 Validating Feelings and Finding Freedom45:52 The Transformative Power of Community and Support47:53 Introducing Husband Material: A Movement for Change54:06 The Journey of Recovery and EmpowermentFor More ResourcesOutgrow Porn Book - https://outgrowporn.comHusband Material Program - https://husbandmaterial.comHusband Material Book - https://outgrowporn.comSam Jolman - The Sex Talk You Never Got - https://samjolman.com guest linksWebsite - https://husbandmaterial.comInstagram - https://instagram.com/drewboa

#thePOZcast is proudly brought to you by Fountain - the leading enterprise platform for workforce management. Our platform enables companies to support their frontline workers from job application to departure. Fountain elevates the hiring, management, and retention of frontline workers at scale. To learn more, please visit: https://www.fountain.com/?utm_source=shrm-2024&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=shrm-2024-podcast-adam-posner. Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com   Key Topics: - Toxicity recognition and avoidance - Self-awareness and personal growth - Building positive relationships and boundaries   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Credibility 01:12 Celebrating Milestones and Self-Care 01:43 Origin of the Book Title and Advice from Lee Steinberg 03:07 Marketing the Book and Its Impact 04:17 Why Now is the Right Time for This Message 05:22 Lessons Learned from Writing the Book 07:32 Personal Story of Loss and Spiritual Growth 08:36 Recognizing Toxicity and Patterns Early 12:09 The Role of Gratitude and Forgiveness 14:37 Responding to Fear and Resistance 16:45 The Power of Taking a Pause and Recenter 17:49 Why People Tolerate Toxic Relationships 19:32 Creating a Filter for Choosing the Right People 21:35 Protecting Your Time and Energy 23:27 Aligning Past, Present, and Future for Success 26:34 Defining Success as the Pursuit of Potential 27:30 Offering Resources and Final Words of Wisdom

Ever wondered why one song can instantly give you chills… while another makes you feel nothing at all?In this episode, Selina Meere, COO of Trevanna Tracks, pulls back the curtain on the invisible system behind the music you feel in films, ads, and media. From navigating complex rights and scaling music operations for global brands to leading without a playbook, this conversation dives deep into what it really takes to operate at the intersection of creativity, technology, and leadership.They explore the realities of being a COO, managing elite teams, making high-stakes decisions, and building trust in environments where there are no clear answers.If you want to understand how world-class operators think, lead, and execute under pressure, don't wait. The cost of staying reactive instead of strategic is too high. Hit play now for insights you won't hear anywhere else.Timestamped Highlights[00:00] – The hidden force behind why certain songs instantly trigger emotion in movies and ads[02:14] – Why music licensing became exponentially more complex, and what most people don't realize[04:21] – The “Excel breaking point” that led to building a completely new category in media[06:37] – From book publishing to COO, the unexpected career pivot that changed everything[11:00] – The moment she had to learn DevOps, Agile, and engineering… from scratch[13:40] – The leadership mistake most companies make during major internal transformations[17:11] – How top teams actually prioritize when every client thinks their request is urgent[19:01] – The hardest part of being a COO, and why there's no such thing as a playbook[28:12] – The real way to build confidence when making big, high-risk decisions[31:54] – Why asking questions can quietly destroy trust, and how to fix itAbout the GuestSelina Meere is the COO of Trevanna Tracks, a pioneering music rights and workflow platform serving some of the largest media and entertainment companies in the world. With a background in publishing and PR, she has built a career partnering closely with founders to scale businesses, optimize operations, and drive growth across industries. Known for her adaptability and strategic thinking, Selina specializes in leading high-performance teams in complex, fast-evolving environments.

This episode is brought to you by Fatty15, Audible, and Strong Coffee Company. Most women are told their fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, and poor sleep in midlife are just "normal aging"—but this episode exposes the real root cause: a breakdown in the gut-hormone connection driven by declining estrogen, chronic stress, and a disrupted microbiome. Cynthia Thurlow reveals how these hidden internal shifts create inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and hormonal chaos—and why traditional approaches often fail to fix it. More importantly, she explains how to reverse the trajectory by addressing the true drivers: gut health, sleep quality, and stress resilience. If you've been doing "all the right things" and still feel off, this conversation reframes the problem—and gives you a path forward rooted in biology, not guesswork. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: How hormonal shifts in perimenopause and menopause directly alter the gut microbiome, increasing inflammation and impacting metabolism Why sleep is the #1 foundational habit for improving hormones, gut health, and overall energy in midlife The surprising role of chronic stress, trauma, and even toxic relationships in damaging gut health and accelerating aging How simple nutrition shifts—like increasing fiber and supporting detox pathways—can rapidly improve your microbiome Why "surrendering" your old health strategies is essential to thriving in this new phase of life Follow Cynthia @cynthia_thurlow_ Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Intro & Why the Microbiome Matters 00:02 – The "Virtual Organ" Explained (40 Trillion Microbes) 00:05 – Why Gut Health Is Overlooked in Women's Health 00:06 – Hormones, Neurotransmitters & Whole-Body Impact 00:12 – Why the Microbiome Is Key to Longevity 00:13 – Gut Changes During Perimenopause & Menopause 00:16 – Immune System Aging, Inflammation & Autoimmunity 00:18 – Leaky Gut, Nutrient Absorption & Food Sensitivities 00:20 – Real-Life Symptoms: Fatigue, Brain Fog & Bloating 00:21 – The Hidden Impact of Stress & Trauma on the Gut 00:26 – The Estrobolome: Estrogen & Gut Detox Explained 00:30 – Common Symptoms of Hormonal Imbalance 00:33 – Where Women Should Start (The Roadmap) 00:40 – Why Sleep Is the First Thing to Fix 00:44 – The Power of Mindset & "Surrender" 00:49 – Can You Repair Your Microbiome? 00:50 – Fiber: The Most Underrated Health Tool 00:53 – Best Foods for Gut Health 00:54 – Sleep, Hormones & the Microbiome Connection 01:00 – Digestive Rest vs Fasting 01:03 – The #1 Sleep Habit That Improves Everything 01:05 – Alcohol, Food Timing & Sleep Disruption 01:06 – Stress, Hormones & Nervous System Overload 01:08 – Rethinking Exercise in Midlife 01:10 – Why Walking Is So Powerful 01:12 – Most Surprising Research: Trauma & Aging 01:16 – Generational Health & Epigenetics 01:17 – What "Ever Forward" Means ----- Episode resources: Save 15% on coffee with code CHASE at https://www.StrongCoffeeCompany.com/chase  Save an extra 15% on C15:0 essential fatty acid with code EVERFORWARD at https://www.Fatty15.com/everforward Get a FREE trial month of my favorite audio book platform at https://www.AudibleTrial.com/everforward Watch and subscribe on YouTube Get her new book The Menopause Gut 

$150 Walmart Bug Out Episode Description In this episode, we run a real-world budget prepper gear challenge: you're caught off guard, your regular kits are incomplete or out of reach, and you've got one final Walmart stop before heading 75 miles to a family cabin. The mission is simple: build the best 72-hour bug-out loadout possible with a strict $150 cash budget. We break down the key categories that matter most, from water and food to power, shelter, lighting, hygiene, tools, security, and communications. Episode Breakdown

We wanted to share with you a recent masterclass within IFCA talking all about the "Hero Success Story Method". This allows you to step into the guide role as a coach and position your clients as the heroes. This allows for potential clients to see themselves in your clients success and will help them believe they can do it too. We breakdown the entire framework and how to use it, how to upgrade your testimonials, and how to destroy sales objections using testimonials as well.   Time Stamps:   (1:30) Mcflurry Example (2:48) Hero's Journey - Fitness Example (6:38) It's About the Customer (13:26) Power of Podcasting and Other Story Based Social Proof (17:00) The Reality of What Prospects Want (22:20) Erin Back in the Day (26:15) Destroying External Sales Objections (29:40) Asking for Referrals Early On (38:40) Kevin's Perspective ----------------

The one and only Randall Carlson joins us to discuss lunar mysteries, sacred geometry, ancient architecture, energy sources of the ancients, and more! This is the first half of a very long conversation we had with Randall, so look for Part 2 next week. You can support us through Paypal or Patreon by going to our website here: https://www.brothersoftheserpent.com/support   You can find Randall's Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@TheRandallCarlson⁩  And his website here: https://randallcarlson.com/   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Reunion 03:03 The Significance of 108 in Astronomy 06:01 Ancient Civilizations and Advanced Knowledge 09:03 Mass Extinctions and Civilization Cycles 12:00 The Younger Dryas and Its Impact 14:59 The Holocene and Climate Stability 18:02 Plato, Atlantis, and Historical Correlations 21:09 Geological Insights of the Finger Lakes 26:31 The Impact of Glacial Activity 32:41 Exploring Ancient Civilizations and Catastrophes 39:12 The Intersection of Technology and Spirituality 44:00 Preserving Civilization's Legacy 46:53 Cosmic Catastrophes and Human Survival 48:12 Breakaway Civilizations and Energy Sources 49:21 Recognizing Ancient Technologies 52:51 Gobekli Tepe and Ancient Civilizations 56:14 The Vajra: Symbol of Power and Technology 01:08:18 Symbolism and Meaning in Mythology 01:09:30 Decoding Ancient Symbols 01:10:32 Mithras and the Sun God 01:12:08 Myths as Encoded Knowledge 01:13:34 Universal Traditions and Catastrophism 01:15:59 Survival and Strategic Planning in Myths 01:18:07 Indigenous Flood Myths and Forewarnings 01:19:50 Forensic Analysis of Ancient Events 01:22:11 Preserving Knowledge Through the Stars 01:25:15 Connecting the Dots of Ancient Wisdom 01:28:44 Plasma Technology and Ancient Knowledge 01:32:55 The Intersection of Science and Mythology

Jen Shah may be off our screens, but scandal among Mormon influencers is having a second life — from tradwives and Ballerina Farm to discourse to the chaos surrounding Taylor Frankie Paul. Amy Kaufman, author of best-selling book Bachelor Nation, talks to us about the Bachelorette situation, plus there's new stars and new controversies. Click ‘Subscribe' at the top of the Infamous show page on Apple Podcasts or visit GetTheBinge.com to get access wherever you get your podcasts. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts Read Vanessa's book, Blurred Lines: Sex, Power and Consent on Campus, and check out Natalie on Instagram at @natrobe To connect with Infamous's creative team, join the community at joincampsidemedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most people are trying to change their results without ever changing the beliefs creating them. We tweak habits, push harder, and chase bigger goals— but underneath it all, our beliefs are shaping what we see, what we go after, and what we think is possible. In this conversation, I sit down with Shawn Achor, author of The Power of Beliefs, to break down the seven core beliefs the science shows actually predict your success. We talk about how your brain filters reality, why beliefs like "I matter" and "my behavior matters" can fundamentally change the trajectory of your life and leadership, and how to start rewiring the ones that may be holding you back. By the end of this conversation, you'll start to see the beliefs driving your results— and how to shift them so they start working for you, not against you.

Sponsor Link:To check out our special NordVPN deal with big savings and 4 extra months free, visit nordvpn.com/spacenutsNuclear Space Policies, SETI from the Moon, and the Hubble Tension In this riveting episode of Space Nuts, hosts Andrew Dunkley and Professor Fred Watson delve into a range of fascinating topics that are shaping the future of space exploration. From the Pentagon's new nuclear energy policy for space missions to the exciting potential of searching for extraterrestrial intelligence from the far side of the Moon, this episode is packed with insights that will leave you pondering the cosmos.Episode Highlights:- Nuclear Energy in Space: Andrew and Fred Watson discuss the recent directive from the Pentagon to NASA for the development of nuclear power stations in space, exploring the implications for lunar and orbital power supply systems. They examine the benefits and challenges of using nuclear energy in space, addressing public concerns and the potential for collaboration among government agencies.- SETI from the Far Side of the Moon: The hosts explore the advantages of conducting the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI) from the Moon's far side, where Earthly radio noise is absent. They discuss the capabilities of China's Chang'e 4 mission and its low-frequency radio spectrometer, which is attempting to detect technosignatures that could indicate the presence of alien life.- The Hubble Tension Debate: Andrew and Fred Watson unpack the ongoing debate surrounding the Hubble constant, highlighting the discrepancies between measurements obtained through different methods. They discuss new research that aims to refine our understanding of the universe's expansion rate and its implications for our grasp of dark matter and dark energy.For more Space Nuts, including our continuously updating newsfeed and to listen to all our episodes, visit our website. Follow us on social media at SpaceNutsPod on Facebook, Instagram, and more. We love engaging with our community, so be sure to drop us a message or comment on your favourite platform.If you'd like to help support Space Nuts and join our growing family of insiders for commercial-free episodes and more, visit spacenutspodcast.com/about.Stay curious, keep looking up, and join us next time for more stellar insights and cosmic wonders. Until then, clear skies and happy stargazing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/space-nuts-astronomy-insights-cosmic-discoveries--2631155/support.

https://teachhoops.com/ In this episode of Coach Unplugged, we dive into a psychological concept that is taking the coaching world by storm: The Red Car Theory. Have you ever decided to buy a specific car—let's say a red Jeep—and suddenly you start seeing that exact car on every corner, in every parking lot, and on every highway? Those cars didn't magically appear; they were always there. Your brain just started "highlighting" them because you told your Reticular Activating System (RAS) that they were important. In coaching, this is the ultimate tool for Intentional Excellence. If you don't tell your players what to look for, their brains will filter out the very opportunities you need them to seize. The Red Car Theory in basketball is simple: You get what you emphasize. If you spend your week talking about "Energy Givers," your players will start noticing (and becoming) energy givers. If you focus on "winning the 50/50 balls," your team will suddenly start seeing those loose-ball opportunities half a second faster than the opponent. During the mid-season January grind, teams often lose their way because their "Red Car" has become the scoreboard or their shooting percentages. Use your TeachHoops member calls to re-calibrate your focus. By picking one "Red Car" per week—whether it's communication, transition sprints, or high-hand closeouts—you train your team's collective brain to hunt for that specific advantage. Finally, remember that the "Red Car" works both ways. if you constantly focus on the "Red Cars" of missed calls, bad luck, or injury frustration, your brain will find "evidence" everywhere to support a victim mentality. To build a championship culture, you must be the Chief Filter Officer. You must explicitly define what the "Red Cars" are for your program. When your players stop seeing "the game" as a blur of motion and start seeing the specific "Red Car" opportunities to impact winning, you have achieved a level of Mental Mastery that few teams ever reach. Stop coaching the noise and start coaching the "Red Cars." The Power of the RAS: Understanding how your brain filters out 99% of what it sees. Emphasis is Reality: Why your team becomes exactly what you choose to highlight in practice. Choosing Your "Red Car": How to pick one tactical or cultural focus to dominate the week. Avoid the "Negative Filter": Guarding against focusing on things you cannot control. Red Car Theory, Reticular Activating System, basketball coaching focus, team culture, intentional excellence, high school basketball, youth basketball, basketball IQ, coach development, mental toughness, player development, championship habits, "The Villanova Way," coach unplugged, teach hoops, basketball success, leadership standards, practice planning, energy givers, athletic leadership. Show NotesKey Takeaways for Your Program:SEO Keywords Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to park it! This week we're tackling betrayal trauma (yet again) and we'll be covering the neuroscience, neurobiology, and psychology as well as some tangentially related research on betrayal, betrayal blindness, and the freeze response. I hope you enjoy this week's communal Schauer, it's a long one - you may leave this episode a bit pruney. We have fun here.

They told you the Inquisition was about religion.It wasn't.It was a system.A permanent, self-funding enforcement machine designed to monitor, extract, and control a financial class operating outside the state's visibility.Surveillance networks. Informants. Sealed records. Forced confession.Not for faith.For intelligence.And once that system existed… it didn't disappear.It was refined. Secularized. Exported.Different names. Same architecture.Because power doesn't just need money.It needs enforcement.Welcome to Hidden Forces in History—where we don't study events.We break down the systems behind them.If you start recognizing the pattern… that's the point.CHAPTERS:00:00 The Lie About the Inquisition00:14 The System Behind Religion00:30 The Confession Machine00:52 It Never Ended01:23 Why Power Needs Enforcement01:59 The Financial Threat02:47 The Real Problem the Crown Faced03:48 The System Is Built04:02 Not the Church—The Crown04:30 Intelligence, Not Religion05:01 How the Network Was Designed05:40 The Power of the File06:01 A Self-Funding System06:15 Surveillance at Scale07:01 Behavior Control Begins07:30 From Religion to Intelligence08:06 The System Spreads08:36 Modern Intelligence Systems08:50 Surveillance Turns Inward09:07 The Real Function of Power09:25 The System Still Exists

In this part 2 chat, we sit down with Mark Branon who was sentenced to 60 years (a life sentence) and survived some of the most dangerous federal penitentiaries in the United States. He shares the full story—from alleged government misconduct in his case, to fighting endless appeals that went nowhere, to navigating brutal prison politics where violence was a daily reality. Inside, he lived through: -Extreme conditions in Maricopa County Jail -Relentless pressure to snitch—and the consequences of refusing -High-level prison yards like Victorville, where stabbings were routine -Years in solitary confinement (the SHU) -Organized riots, race wars, and prison hierarchy -Personal loss, including the tragic death of his son while he was locked up Despite everything, he eventually overturned part of his case and walked free. Now on the outside, he's focused on helping others—especially those dealing with grief, trauma, and rebuilding after rock bottom. This is a raw, unfiltered look at survival, resilience, and what it really takes to endure decades behind bars. Go Support Mark! IG: https://www.instagram.com/dagomark_619/ Thriving Again: https://thrivingagain.health/ Check Out Part 1 Here: https://youtu.be/FtHlg8Q-mbU Join The Patreon For Bonus Content! https://www.patreon.com/theconnectshow 00:00 Opening: Facing a Life Sentence 01:17 Legal Battles & Appeals 06:08 Maricopa County Jail & State Charges 13:02 Return to Federal Prison & Gang Politics 19:01 Entering Victorville: Hardest Time Yet 24:02 Prison Codes: Paperwork & S Offenders 30:55 Riots, Violence & Prison Discipline 39:33 Surviving Isolation & Mental Challenges 46:04 Adaptation & Daily Life in the Hole 51:40 Violence, Power & Prison Hierarchy 01:00:11 Passing Time: Hustles & Survival 01:12:05 Race Wars & Prison Rules 01:17:17 Leadership, De-Escalation & Prison Politics 01:21:00 Personal Loss & Finding Meaning 01:29:31 Parole, Yards & Final Reflections 01:39:17 Moving Forward & Helping Others Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Elmo, Big Bird, and Cookie Monster probably helped raise you, and the woman now leading Sesame Street traces her path there back to one transformative act: adopting her daughter Lily from China. Before joining Sesame Workshop, Sherrie Westin had already built a remarkable career at ABC News and as one of the highest-ranking women in George H.W. Bush's White House. On this episode, Sherrie shares how adopting Lily in 1995 sparked a profound pivot, and how that personal transformation shaped her 26-year journey at the helm of one of the most beloved nonprofits in the world. She opens up about leading the creation of Julia, Sesame Street's first autistic Muppet, securing a landmark $100 million grant to bring early education to refugee children across the globe, and navigating the financial uncertainty that ultimately led to a groundbreaking new deal with Netflix. Chapters: 00:00.00 Welcome to She Pivots 00:25.836 Guest Introduction: Sherrie Westin 01:58.259 Childhood and Early Life 03:28.160 Communications and the White House 09:44.959 The Transformative Power of Motherhood 12:53.840 From ABC News to Sesame Street 17:56.682 Representation and Global Impact 23:48.774 The Experiment of Sesame Street 25:20.535 The Power of The Arts on Children 27:55.460 Making a Difference To Communities in Need 31:44.265 Financial Challenges and Becoming CEO 36:00.269 What I Learned From Mom 36:53.572 From Low Point to Launch Point 37:20.029 Do You Think You'll Pivot Again? 38:09.920 Children and AI 39:20.765 Closing Thoughts and Credits Learn more about Sesame workshop’s mission at Sesameworkshop.org Check out Sherrie’s new book: What I Learned From Mom: 27 Celebrated Individuals on How Mother's Wisdom Shaped Their Lives. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a pivot story, leave us a rating (it really helps!), and share this episode with a woman in your life who you think needs a little inspiration. She Pivots is a podcast created by host Emily Tisch Sussman to highlight influential women voices, share stories of bold career moves, and inspire women with interviews about career reinvention and how personal pivots can redefine professional success. Join our Substack community! Subscribe here for exclusive content and to connect with other pivoters: shepivots.substack.com Learn more about the inspiring women in our pivoter community by following us on instagram @ShePivotsThePodcast, and check out our website shepivotspod.com for resources and updates. She Pivots is proud to be an iheart podcast.Support the show: https://www.shepivotsthepodcast.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever worried you're missing your shot at breakthrough growth because your leadership team is stuck in old patterns?This episode is a raw look inside the mind of Sheldon Cummings, former Chief Operating Officer at Mailchimp and current President and General Manager at Smarsh, who's steered brands across continents and navigated acquisition into one of the world's most powerful tech companies. Cameron Herold digs deep into resilience, ruthless prioritization, and the magic of connecting culture to results, all delivered with a straight-shooter's clarity. If you're tired of shallow “success stories” and want the playbook for leading teams through uncertain times, this is your urgent reality check.Don't wait for your competitors to outpace you. Listen now! The invisible skills (and mistakes) revealed here will save you from costly setbacks, wasted energy, and slow, silent failure. These exclusive insights aren't recycled elsewhere. Your team (and your sanity) can't afford to miss this.Timestamped Highlights[00:00] – The one moment that reset Sheldon Cummings's entire career path… and how he engineered opportunity from chaos06:42 – How a bold toolkit-first mindset kept propelling him up—across continents, industries, and uncertain times11:07 – “Can you run a business you don't ‘make'?” The surprising truth from global CPG frontlines17:05 – The #1 underdog advantage in modern marketing—why Mailchimp doubled down on it during COVID18:36 – What nobody tells you about integrating remote teams after a billion-dollar acquisition22:58 – Ruthless prioritization in product roadmap: When discipline trumps ideas (and keeps customers loyal)24:41 – Find the real numbers that matter: How top execs slice through data noise (and ignore 9,000 distractions)35:40 – How to unfreeze middle management and create instant buy-in during relentless changeAbout the GuestSheldon Cummings is the former Chief Operating Officer for Mailchimp. Before stepping into his leadership role at Mailchimp, he had a dual role as a VP Intuit Sales in addition to serving as Intuit's Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer (CDEIO). Since joining Intuit in 2017, Sheldon has led a number of leadership positions across Intuit's Sales, Marketing, Global Partnerships, and Global Operations teams. Prior to Intuit Sheldon has had a number of roles across industries and countries, including leading a European business for 6 years headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. Sheldon, a native of New York City, graduated with a BA from Wesleyan University, and received his MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management with concentrations in Finance, Marketing, and Strategy. He is currently the President and General Manager of Smarsh.

Prayer is one of the key ingredients to helping you experience a deeper relationship with your mate. Kathi Lipp joins Jim Daly to discuss the difference prayer can make in your marriage. Also, Erin Smalley shares about couples she's seen persevere through serious challenges by relying on God. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Praying God’s Word for Your Life for your donation of any amount! Focus on Marriage Assessment Bringing Purpose and Power to Your Prayer Life Counseling Consultation and Referrals Learning from the Prayer Life of Jesus Support This Show! If you enjoyed listening to the Focus on Marriage Podcast, please give us your feedback.

Most parents think the hardest part of raising a child with anxiety or OCD is figuring out what to do.But the truth is, learning the skills is just the beginning.In this episode, I walk you through the three stages parents naturally move through when learning to handle OCD, from that first moment of awareness, to the messy middle of trying to implement strategies, to the point where things start to feel more integrated and sustainable.Because knowing what to do and being able to actually do it consistently are two very different things.If you've ever found yourself second-guessing your responses, feeling stuck in patterns you know aren't helping, or wondering why this feels so much harder than it “should,” you are not alone.This episode will help you understand where you are in the process and why that middle stage can feel so overwhelming, even when you're doing everything “right.”And more importantly, it will help you see what kind of support actually makes a difference as you move forward.If you are a parent who knows what to do but struggles to follow through consistently, or you feel stuck in that in-between stage where nothing quite clicks yet, this episode is for you.❤️ For more in-depth support join the AT Parenting Community where we walk this journey with you.Resources: IOCDF Treatment GuidelinePodcast episode: The Power of the Pause***This podcast episode is sponsored by NOCD. NOCD provides online OCD therapy in the US, UK, Australia and Canada. To schedule your free 15 minute consultation to see if NOCD is a right fit for you and your child, go tohttps://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parentingThis podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.Parents, do you need more support?

Even financially independent people have lost fortunes to bad investments, high-fee funds, and speculation. Brad Barrett, Alan Donegan, and Katie Donegan lay bare their most expensive mistakes—from Alan's 90% dot-com crash loss to Katie's near-£1 million fee trap to Brad's decade-long real estate nightmare—proving that catastrophic errors don't prevent you from reaching FI if you learn the right lessons. Key Topics Discussed [00:00:00] Introduction: Why Share Mistakes? Brad introduces the episode concept, explaining why sharing financial and life mistakes can help others avoid similar pitfalls on their FI journey. [00:03:30] Alan's Dot-Com Bubble Disaster Alan shares how he lost 90% of his £7,000 life savings investing in high-tech managed growth stocks right before the dot-com crash, and how this scared him away from stock market investing for 13 years. [00:08:45] Brad's Early Investment Mistakes Brad discusses investing in WorldCom and other 'top picks' that went bankrupt, plus getting sold a mutual fund with horrible loads, highlighting that there's no secret investment knowledge reserved for the wealthy. [00:13:20] Katie's High-Fee Fund Trap Katie reveals how a financial advisor convinced her to invest in actively managed funds with 2.71% ongoing fees plus 3% entry charges, a mistake that would have cost her and Alan £1 million if they hadn't discovered index investing. [00:18:50] Brad's Real Estate Speculation Nightmare Brad shares his biggest mistake: speculating on golf course community properties with interest-only loans right before the 2008 crash, causing over a decade of stress and significant financial loss. [00:28:15] Alan's Career Mistakes: The Book Incident Alan reveals how he wrote a book called 'How Not to Run a Business' about his boss on the company laptop, got fired, and learned about speaking truth to power and the importance of FI for workplace freedom. [00:32:40] Katie's Confidence and Comparison Struggles Katie discusses how her fixed mindset and comparison with others held her back from pursuing opportunities like netball and football, and how building confidence is as important as building net worth. [00:42:30] The Power of Saying No and Setting Boundaries The trio discusses the difficulty of being direct and honest, the importance of saying no, and how people-pleasing can create more problems than it solves. [00:48:20] Business Mistakes: Email Lists and Sales Fear Alan shares his regret about never building an email list for his successful business and letting fear of rejection prevent him from scaling, emphasizing the importance of owning your platform. [00:54:10] Salary Negotiation and Final Thoughts Brad discusses not negotiating his salary when changing jobs, the hosts wrap up with reflections on learning from mistakes, and encourage listeners to share their own mistakes in the community. Notable Quotes Brad Barrett: "You can make mistakes and you can make catastrophic mistakes, and you can pick yourself back up and you can move on with your life. You're stronger and you're wiser." Alan Donegan: "Your success in life is directly related to how many mistakes you can make as quickly as possible and learn from them." Alan Donegan: "Spend as much time building your confidence as you do your net worth, because it is so powerful in everything you do going forwards." Katie Donegan: "To rinse the value out of the mistakes, it's a lot more valuable if we share them. I would love you to get the value out of my mistake because I've already paid the price." Brad Barrett: "There's no secret. There's virtually no genius. Don't get caught up in wild speculative behavior." Key Takeaways Invest in low-cost index funds like VTI instead of actively managed funds or individual stocks to avoid high fees and poor performance Build an email list from day one if you're starting a business—don't rely solely on social media platforms you don't control Always negotiate your salary when changing jobs or getting promoted Wor…