Podcasts about Questioning

In this episode of Don't Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman study 2 Kings 2–7 and discover that the God who worked miracles through Elijah is the same God who continues to work through Elisha. As one prophet passes the mantle to another, these chapters remind us that God's power has never been limited to one person or one generation. He is the same God yesterday, today, and forever, still healing, providing, rescuing, and strengthening His children. From the healing of the waters at Jericho to the widow's overflowing oil, each miracle points beyond Elisha and toward the heart of God. Whether providing more than enough for a grieving family, reminding us that repentance brings lasting healing, or showing that His blessings often exceed our expectations, these stories reveal a Savior whose grace is abundant. God is not interested in merely helping us survive. He delights in restoring, multiplying, and making us whole. The story of Naaman teaches that God's greatest miracles often come through simple acts of faith. Though Naaman expected a dramatic solution, healing came through humble obedience as he washed in the Jordan River. These chapters invite us to trust that God is patient with our growth, willing to work with us through every attempt, every setback, and every step toward becoming completely clean. His purpose is not partial healing, but complete restoration. The episode concludes by showing that no concern is too great or too small for the Lord. Whether raising a child back to life, helping someone recover a borrowed axe head, or answering the quiet prayers of everyday disciples, God cares deeply about every part of our story. Together, these chapters testify that the same God who performed miracles in the Old Testament still works in our lives today, inviting us to trust Him, seek His Spirit, and believe that His power is never exhausted. Chapters: 00:00 INTRO 03:52 Discussing Elijah's Miracles in Hebrew 08:29 Discussing faith and relationship journey 10:21 Desiring a life led by the Spirit 13:31 Continuing God's miracles and presence 16:54 Discussing lasting impact of miracles 22:44 Widow's plea for help 26:03 Questioning and starting to pray 26:33 Questioning faith and superstitions 30:20 Elisha's miraculous revival 33:05 Discussing a leper's honorable introduction 38:23 Naaman's Servants Encourage Him 41:01 The significance of number seven 44:33 Floating ax head miracle story 47:08 God's care in everyday life Sign up for the Don't Miss This newsletter at www.dontmissthisstudy.com #dontmissthis #comefollowme NEWSLETTER LINK: The Don't Miss This video, the prayer poster, and tip-ins for kids, teens, couples and individuals can all be found in this week's newsletter. Sign-up link in bio if you haven't had a chance yet!! www.dontmissthisstudy.com Instagram: @dontmissthisstudy Podcast: Don't Miss This Study Facebook: Don't Miss This Study Follow Grace Instagram @thisweeksgrace Follow David Instagram: @mrdavebutler Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrdavebutler/ Subscribe to the Don't Miss This App https://www.dontmissthisstudy.com/app

What has changed about recovery, sobriety, and alcohol over the last decade? In this episode of That Sober Guy Podcast, Shane Ramer sits down with Paul Churchill, founder and host of the Recovery Elevator Podcast, for a conversation that has been more than ten years in the making. Shane and Paul both launched their podcasts in the early days of the modern sobriety movement and have spent years talking with thousands of people navigating their relationship with alcohol. In this episode, they reflect on how the recovery landscape has evolved, what they've learned from their audiences, and why more people than ever are questioning alcohol's role in their lives. Together, they tackle some of the biggest debates in recovery today, including identity, labels, moderation, the sober curious movement, and whether people need to hit rock bottom before making a change. They also discuss the common struggles men face when trying to quit drinking, the excuses that keep people stuck, and why so many smart, successful people continue drinking even when they know it's holding them back. In this episode: • How the sobriety and recovery movement has changed over the last decade • The rise of the sober curious movement • Do people still need to identify as alcoholics? • Can some people successfully moderate their drinking? • The biggest lies people tell themselves about alcohol • Why successful people continue drinking despite the consequences • What keeps people stuck longer than necessary • Lessons learned from thousands of conversations about recovery and personal growth • Where the future of sobriety may be headed Whether you're sober curious, alcohol free, in long term recovery, or simply questioning your relationship with alcohol, this conversation offers practical insights, honest reflections, and plenty of thought provoking discussion. Takeaway: If you're a man looking to quit drinking, improve your health, sharpen your focus, and connect with other like minded men, join our free online men's community, The Victory Circle. You'll find accountability, support, and encouragement from men who are committed to becoming stronger husbands, fathers, leaders, and business owners. You can also check out our 30 Day Alcohol Free Performance Challenge, designed to help men eliminate alcohol, increase energy, improve clarity, and build momentum in every area of life. CONNECT for a free month of Paul's Café RE. https://www.cafe-re.org/alcohol-free-community/ Connect  Join “The Victory Circle”, our FREE Sober Guy Mens Community at https://www.thatsoberguy.com/offers/SvjjuEQ2/checkout Want to go 30 Days Alcohol Free? Try our 30-Day Sober Performance Challenge — https://www.thatsoberguy.com/quit-drinking-alcohol-for-30-days Sober Executive Performance Reset: A 12 Week Private Coaching Experience - APPLY HERE https://www.thatsoberguy.com/coaching Shanes New Book, Sober Guy How Do I - https://a.co/d/81ZIgtE Invite Shane to Speak - https://www.thatsoberguy.com/speaking For More Resources go to http://www.ThatSoberGuy.com Follow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-ramer-7534bb257/ Follow us on Instagram @ThatSoberGuyPodcast Follow us on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/thatsoberguypodcast  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Questioning early off-season moves:Should the Lakers re-sign Lebron? Does Giannis to Miami even make sense? Where should Jaylen Brown go? And what should Washington do now?

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Spike criticizes Bryce Harper for what he perceives as a selfish pursuit of a personal milestone over team-oriented play during the Phillies' weekend series. They also reveal the top three athletes in the WIP Top 11.

What if the most powerful thing you could do for student engagement wasn't a flashy lab or a big project — but just getting kids to ask the questions instead of you?Questioning is one of the most underused tools in upper elementary science. Not teacher questions — student questions. In this episode Nicole walks through the exact practice she uses to get students generating real, relevant science questions, why observations always come first, and the simple move that takes the whole experience to the next level.In This Episode:Why student curiosity starts to wane by upper elementary — and what we can do about itThe phenomenon-first sequence: observations before questions, volume before judgmentHow to help students identify which questions are relevant without shutting down their curiosityThe abbreviated warm-up version you can use every single day in five minutesThe "call out" move: how to use student-generated questions to launch your lessons and why it builds buy-in fastLinks Mentioned:

What If Everything You Think You Know About Relationships Is Just The Beginning? This episode of The Love Machine is a cheeky and thought-provoking adventure into the vibrant world of non monogamy. Speaker B sits down with relationship coach Speaker A to uncover what really happens when you ditch the rulebook and explore open relationships, ENM, throuples, and the global play party scene. Ever wondered how couples actually navigate jealousy, kink, and honest communication? Or why more people are curious about non monogamy than ever before? You'll hear stories about hilarious hotel mishaps, the real deal on jealousy, and how to curate an intimate life that's unique to you. Whether it's about opening up a current partnership, diving into new desires, or simply learning how to talk about what turns you on, this episode covers it all with fun, warmth and loads of “aha” moments. Tune in if you want smarter relationship advice, passionate debates about thriving partnerships, and tips on how non monogamy can become your playground - all brought to life on The Love Machine! Curious about your own relationship style? This is your invitation to listen and join in the conversation about non monogamy. About Ally Ally Iseman, CRC is an internationally Certified Relationship Coach and NCSF-registered Kink Aware Professional who specialises in modern relationship design, unlocking erotic jealousy, and consent and communication https://www.instagram.com/passport2pleasure https://www.passport2pleasure.com/quiz About James James Preece is the UK's top Dating Coach with over 21 years experience helping singles all over the world. He is the host of the Love Machine Podcast. Get his free book when you join his newsletter : https://www.jamespreece.com/dating-newsletter/ Website: https://www.jamespreece.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamespreececoaching/

In this episode I am once again joined by Leigh Brasington, Buddhist meditation teacher and author of “Right Concentration, A Practical Guide to the Jhanas”. This episode begins with a brief comment from Leigh about his appearance in “Ep329: Enlightened Politics” in which he explored the relationship between Buddhism and political ideology. After that we discuss Leigh's new book “On the Way to the Far Shore”, his commentary on the Pārāyanavagga, chapter five of Suttanipāta, one of the earliest sutta collections in the Pali canon. The text takes the form of a question and answer session with the Buddha himself and evidences nascent forms of the doctrines of the four noble truths and the path of gradual training. Leigh considers the pros and cons of formal study of the Pali language, explains the ways in which English translations can be misleading, and muses on why so few Buddhist converts read their own scriptures. Leigh also reveals how his Dzogchen practice helped him understand early Buddhist doctrine, gives advice about how to internalise intellectual ideas through meditation practice, and shares how a profound experience of the nature of mind changed his life forever. … Video version: www.guruviking.com Also available on Youtube, iTunes, & Spotify – search ‘Guru Viking Podcast'. … Topics Include: 00:00 - Intro 01:17 - Can there be an enlightened tyrant? 02:49 - Anyone can perform enlightened activity 04:20 - Why Leigh wrote On the Way to the Far Shore 08:13 - Wrestling with the Pali sutta 09:07 - Leigh's training the the Pali language 11:18 - Struggles to learn foreign languages 12:37 - Is training as a scholar worth it? 14:36 - 4 categories of Pali suttas 17:05 - Why Leigh won't pursue a PhD 19:17 - Why don't Buddhists read the Pali canon? 23:14 - Diving into the the Pārāyanavagga, book five of the Suttanipāta 27:50 - Vedanā and āsava - don't believe the English translations 29:44 - Literal vs meaning translations + implications of grammar 33:40 - Q&A with the Buddha 36:20 - Questions the Buddha refuses to answer 37:46 - Experiencing the world raw 42:27 - The most important insight 44:22 - How to really gain insight 45:24 - Leigh's Dzogchen practice 46:14 - Leigh's mind blowing experience of the nature of mind 51:28 - After effects of Leigh's epiphany 53:56 - Integrating vs losing an insight 55:04 - How to keep an insight fresh 56:31 - How to regard the world so you are not seen by the King of Death 59:17 - How to become “ever mindful” 01:01:30 - This is a different kind of book 01:02:41 - The roots of the Four Noble Truths and the gradual training 01:05:13 - Will Leigh start a Pali sutta discussion group? 01:07:14 - Man in the Light of History of Religion 01:10:02 - Scripture as literature or an instruction manual? 01:12:32 - Leigh's advice for approaching difficult books 01:13:46 - What do the suttas say about the brahmavihārās? … Previous episodes with Leigh Brasington: - https://www.guruviking.com/search?q=brasington To find our more about Leigh Brasington visit: - http://www.leighb.com/ For more interviews, videos, and more visit: - https://www.guruviking.com Music ‘Deva Dasi' by Steve James

What is the true origin of Satan? In this fascinating episode of Nephilim Death Squad, David Lee Corbo (The Raven) and Top Lobsta sit down with Jed Bozza (RedRiverD) to challenge conventional ideas about the devil, Lucifer, the serpent in Eden, and the primordial forces described throughout Scripture.Jed presents a provocative biblical framework that questions the popular story of Satan as a perfect angel who rebelled against God. Together, the hosts explore Genesis, Eden, chaos, the serpent, Revelation's dragon imagery, the Watchers, Second Temple theology, and the cosmic themes that shape the biblical narrative.If you've ever wondered whether traditional teachings about Lucifer accurately reflect the Bible, this conversation offers a deep dive into Scripture, theology, and ancient worldview studies.Topics include:The primordial origin of SatanLucifer and the rebellion narrativeThe serpent in EdenGenesis and biblical cosmologyChaos and order in ScriptureThe dragon of RevelationThe Watchers and supernatural rebellionAncient Near Eastern influencesSecond Temple JudaismChristian theology and biblical interpretationSupport the show:

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This is a preview of a bonus episode from the Patreon feed, TIYA After Dark! Head to patreon.com/thisisyourafterlife to hear this full episode and all the others for just $5 a month.This solo episode was an experiment. Of the things that have occupied my thoughts recently, I picked two, made one a starting point and the other an endpoint, and improvised my way from A to B. I'm pretty happy with it! As always, I'd love to know what you think.I talk about: no one actually understands AI, harm reduction, bubbles bursting, property over people, inane job interviews, reckoning with Tarkovsky, echo chambers, losing dreams, news flash: unemployment is hard and sad.Support the show and get the TIYA After Dark feed on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/thisisyourafterlifeDr. Fatima: How to (Anti) AI Better:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y85nqc2zm7MAnthopic, OpenAI Should Not Be Allowed to IPO, Says Ed Zitron:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zbKDmkJPVvIFracTracker's U.S. Data Centers Tracker:https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/5a4d072ad01449bba5698a80103fb909/page/MapStop Bad Data Centers:https://datacenters.halttheharm.net/Food & Water WatchNo More New Data Centers!:https://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/2025/11/06/no-more-new-data-centers/How to Stop a Data Center Near You:https://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/2026/03/05/how-to-stop-a-data-center-near-you/Stop Data Centers Now! Campaign Toolkit:https://www.foodandwaterwatch.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FOR-WEB-Toolkit_-Stop-the-Data-Center-Buildout-2.pdfFollow/contact This Is Your Afterlife:https://thisisyourafterlife.com/https://www.instagram.com/thisisyourafterlife/thisisyourafterlifepodcast@gmail.comMusic by TIYA house band Lake Mary:https://lakemary.bandcamp.com/https://www.instagram.com/chaz.prymek/Artwork by Matt Sage:https://www.instagram.com/matthewjsage/

Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ by Lew Wallace w/John Hill & Jesan Sorrells---In this episode, the hosts dive deep into Ben-Hur by Lew Wallace, exploring the novel's themes of sacred vs. profane worldviews, the challenges of re-sacralizing modern Western culture, and how historical shifts in meaning affect society today. They examine the influence of religion, technology, and literature on leadership and personal identity, drawing parallels between ancient struggles and contemporary moral dilemmas. The episode also addresses America's unique cultural experiment in pluralism, the role of skepticism, and the power of books to transmit ideas across generations.Book Title: Ben HurAuthor: Lew WallaceGuest: John HillHost: Jesan Sorrells---Time-Stamped Overview---00:00 Transformation of Western Society12:23 Introducing Ben-Hur by Lew Wallace24:03 The struggle of modern times38:52 Understanding your target audience52:36 Why I Avoid Politics Here55:36 Evolution from Ethnos to Race01:08:21 Hannah Arendt on the Eichmann trial01:16:01 Discussing morality without religion01:34:24 Balancing work, productivity, and purpose01:36:17 Questioning traditional approaches01:51:21 Discussing cultural criticism and religion02:02:44 Discussing sales motivation and beliefs02:10:01 Gen Z's religious beliefs shifting02:24:01 Embracing change and personal growth02:30:05 Meaningful conversations at rallies---Opening theme composed by Felipe Sarro - Bach - Silotti - "Air"  from Orchestra Suite No. 3, BWV 1068 Closing theme composed by Brian Sanyshyn of Brian Sanyshyn Music.---Pick up your copy of 12 Rules for Leaders: The Foundation of Intentional Leadership NOW on AMAZON!Check out the Leadership Lessons From the Great Books podcast reading list!---Subscribe to the Leadership Lessons From The Great Books Podcast: https://bit.ly/LLFTGBSubscribeCheck out Leadership ToolBox at: https://leadershiptoolbox.us/ ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Preview for Later Today: Thaddeus McCotter and John Batchelor discuss the uncertainties of the Trumpadministration's Iran policy, questioning the efficacy of military force, the potential for a controversial US sovereign wealth fund, and the regime's continued global terrorism.1721

UFC Champion Sean Strickland got arrested by US Marshals and thrown in a paddywagon at the taxpayer-funded fake UFC event on White House grounds. His crime? Asking the wrong questions about Israel — the foreign country that just forced America into total surrender to Iran.

Mondelēz International, the company behind Cadbury, Oreo, Toblerone and Ritz, has warned that future European investment could bypass the UK if regulatory instability persists.Chief executive Dirk Van de Put says the UK is the company's second-biggest market globally and contributes more than £2.3 billion to the economy each year, supporting 12,000 jobs and spending £1.3 billion with more than 1,000 UK suppliers. But he is sharply critical of food and drink being left out of the government's industrial strategy, despite representing around a quarter of industrial turnover. He says the sector is being taken for granted and warns that repeated policy shifts have already cost Mondelēz £40 million in reformulation work that was then superseded by further changes. Asked whether future investment could go elsewhere in Europe because of government policy, he says: “Yes, of course.”Van de Put also defends Mondelēz's decision to continue operating in Russia, despite acknowledging the company pays taxes there that contribute to the war in Ukraine. He argues that withdrawal would have put 3,000 employees out of work, left 10,000 farmers without a buyer, and likely handed confiscated plants to Kremlin-linked interests that could generate even more money for the Russian state. He says: “I'm not pleased about that,” but maintains that staying was “not the most popular decision” but “the right decision”. The conflict in Ukraine is not theoretical for Mondelēz. Van de Put reveals that the company's office building in Ukraine was hit on the morning of the interview, and its factories have been struck and rebuilt twice at a cost of tens of millions. He also said staff were evacuated to neighbouring countries during the worst of the fighting. More broadly, he describes the past two years as the toughest of his 30-year career. Wars, inflation, oil prices, packaging costs, fertiliser markets and weak household budgets have created cascading pressure across the business. He says global consumer confidence is among the worst he has ever seen.The cocoa supply chain has also suffered its worst disruption in at least 40 years. Concentrated production in Ghana and Ivory Coast, endemic crop disease and back-to-back extreme weather events drove an 18 per cent fall in harvests and sent prices soaring. Two stronger crops have eased the immediate pressure, but Van de Put says the structural fragility remains and the sector needs long-term intervention from governments, companies and farming communities.He also pushes back against the backlash against processed food, saying: “The world cannot live without processed foods.” He argues that processing is essential to food preservation and global food security, though he accepts the industry must continue to make products healthier.On GLP-1 weight loss drugs, Van de Put says Mondelēz is not yet seeing a material impact, but expects the trend to reshape consumer habits over time. He sees the drugs as broadly positive and says the company is adapting through acquisitions in protein and health snacking, including Grenade, Clif Bar and Perfect Snacks, as well as developing products with more protein, fibre and cleaner ingredients.Presenter: Leanna Byrne Producer: Olie D'Albertanson Editor: Henry Jones0:00 Will and Leanna intro the podcast 03:01 Dirk Van de Put interview begins / His background as a vet 08:53 Forces shaping the business: wars, tariffs, climate, cocoa, regulation, GLP-1 drugs 13:25 Europe as a difficult market / Consumer confidence at historic lows16:28 Continuing operations in Russia / Moral decisions & taxes funding the war 21:51 Cocoa supply chain crisis, El Niño & prices 24:27 Consumer pricing, shrinkflation & recipe integrity 29:30 UK industrial strategy: food industry left out 33:00 Future investment in UK & HFSS regulation 36:07 Education vs. regulation on obesity & weight loss drugs 41:48 Acquisitions (Grenade, Clif Bar) & protein/fibre trends 43:50 Chocolate tasters & "tasting Neanderthal" confession

Enjoy the episode? Send us a text!Watch the video about our 7 step process here: https://bit.ly/3QfOjsjHe sent me a message.He said he wants to work on his mistakes. He wants to move forward. He doesn't want our kid raised in a divided home.She read it and printed divorce papers.Her question. Is that even communication? Or is he just asking me to forget everything that happened?Here's where almost everyone gets this wrong.She thinks he's gaslighting her. She keeps a record of every conversation so she can prove she's not crazy. She feels unheard, dismissed, blamed.But I don't think he's gaslighting her at all.I think they're talking past each other. Two different worldviews. Two different ways of processing the same fight. And the record of wrongs she's keeping to feel grounded is the exact thing pushing him further away.In this video I read Reddit posts and respond to three real marriages. The husband with a female best friend he just handed 25% of his business. The husband who can't hold a job. And this one.He's trying. She just can't hear it yet.I'll show you what it actually takes to fix a marriage like this one.If you're struggling in your marriage, don't wait. Get our FREE resource: The 7 Steps to Rescue Your Marriage

Eddie has been doing amazing work with his health and has lost a lot of weight since January. Well it seems like some people are skeptical of his methods even though it was 100% all him and diet changing... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eddie has been doing amazing work with his health and has lost a lot of weight since January. Well it seems like some people are skeptical of his methods even though it was 100% all him and diet changing... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lords: Erica Krissy Topics: The Battle of Food Dog and Valley Jump Park The Wilson Wolfe Affair, or, how I spent $350 on the mysterious wolfe in the sky This tabletop RPG with scripting support https://mastodon.tomodori.net/@vga256/116246406043573614 Why the heck are we making everything smart these days? And why is the security so terrible (A.K.A. The Lovense Story) The Naming of Cats by T.S. Eliot https://poets.org/poem/naming-cats Microtopics: The first and still only place you can discuss topics. Writing down your plugs ahead of time. The happy ending you deserve. A small child crawling into your bed in the middle of the night and asking the questions that keep him up at night, such as "can you one-shot a Silver Boss Bokoblin with a regular arrow and a Lizal strong bow?" Giving your child a classical education. (In Zelda and Mario games.) Living in Virginia near a bunch of Confederate monuments. Looking at the battle map to see where the soldiers come down from the Food Lion. The monument to not building anything. Sonically-enforced exclusion zones. Whether there's sound in the eye of the hurricane. What they call the Wal-Mart in Puerto Rico. Podcasts on which it's okay to hate the French. Quebecois LARPing as French. History: it's all around us, and it keeps happening. Wanting to spend $350 on the wolf in the sky but the wolf just won't take your money. Simulacra Games. Spinning a zoetrope. Questioning the palness of these supposed pals. Little mom and pop shops exhorting you to solve this unsolved cold case murder. Side stories extending the lore. Applying heat to make the secret message appear, then applying cold to make the message disappear so that the next person can apply heat to make the secret message appear. Being so busy making your video game that you don't have the spare energy to solve an interesting puzzle. Kitchen table ARGs. Dang you, Mr. Stormdancer! Always coming up with your schemes. What happened to the Twinbeard corporation. Paying $800 a year in something something taxes to keep your corporation going. Incorporating in the state of Delaware. Licensing the Frog Fractions brand for a dollar. Retiring and making Pico-8 games for the rest of your life. It's like PiCoSteveMo all year! Reading your program aloud to the DM who executes it in his head. Reading your program aloud to the DM who tells you there's a syntax error on line 397. Writing out a program to present to the class. You went over my helmet?! Programming in Logo and watching the turtle move around the screen. Rehabilitating the image of Lisp-like languages by changing the parentheses to square brackets which are much cooler. Are you a friend of humans? Crossing your legs into a storytelling position. Picking your job based on what's funniest. How smart do you have to be to be a fridge. Pulling out your phone and opening your banking app to see how much cash is in your smart wallet. Hacking smart butt plugs. Whether hacking an insecure smart butt plug is funnier or less funny than making the smart butt plug in the first place. Login functions that don't require a password. Can you get a virus from a smart butt plug? The consequences of your smart butt plug getting taken over by hackers. Messaging all your Facebook friends explaining that your smart butt plug was hacked and if the butt plug sends a message saying "help I'm trapped in a butt plug," it's not really from you. Working for the U.S. govt hacking pacemakers. The chat is coming from inside the butt. The three names of a cat. Munkustrap, Quaxo, Coricopat, Bombalurina, and Jellylorum. A cat in profound meditation. Looking up TS Eliot in the phone book. Child Jordan Mechner looking up the lyricist of the Wizard of Oz in the phone book and calling him up. Doing a Doctor Who joke that nobody gets. How many members of The Who are still alive. Effanineffability. Up to the Neck in Weber.

Spotlighting the Modern Decline of Intellectual Curiosity, Arguing That Society Has Begun to View the Act of Inquiry as a Form of Rebellion Rather Than a Virtue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The liberal broadcast and cable news networks have attacked widespread skepticism about the slow-moving reversal in the Los Angeles mayoral election results as Trump and the Republicans spreading “baseless conspiracy theories.” California's unique way of taking a month to count votes was touted as careful, not manipulative.

How can you be strong in your faith? When you consider religion and various beliefs, how can we know anything is the truth? What is belief anyway and how can we know that something is true? Might it be irrational to believe in a God or Higher Power? Lisa continues the conversation today with NYT bestselling author Eldon Taylor, Ph.D., who examines these ideas and more. He talks about how there are good people everywhere, who cross all barriers – whether they reject organized religion and spirituality or not.   Eldon talks about how what you believe can, and does, have a huge impact on the quality of your life — from success in business to success in relationships, from your ability to learn and master new subjects to your ability to heal your own body. In his latest book, "Questioning Spirituality," he deeply considers the idea of a God and/or Higher Power and how it seems our institutions of higher learning tend to go against this idea. An intellectual elitism exists in which students, and professors, may think that although it's comforting to consider believing in a God, it's simply not rational.  The idea for his latest book started after numerous conversations with Eldon's college-aged sons, both of whom were studying away at Ivy League schools. Although they grew up with a strong sense of faith, they returned home from university as atheists.  Students are taught critical thinking in college. This naturally leads to the questioning of religion. Is it possible to be both a critical thinker and hold belief in a Higher Power? Eldon presents both sides of the argument – and proposes that it's not at all irrational to believe.   Eldon Taylor has been researching the power of the mind for the past 25 years and is considered to be an expert in the areas of hypnosis and subliminal communication. For more than ten years, Eldon specialized in criminalistics, where he supervised and conducted investigations and testing to detect deception. Today, Eldon is President and Director of Progressive Awareness Research, Inc. He has developed and patented the InnerTalk technology, which has been demonstrated by numerous universities to be effective. Eldon is an award-winning, NYT best-selling author of more than 300 books, and audio and video programs.  Info: eldontaylor.com.  This is Part 2 of the interview.  

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Liz Peek discusses SpaceX's $1.78 trillion IPO, questioning whether valuations for AI companies like OpenAI and Anthropic are sustainable. She notes that Starlink's profitability supports Elon Musk's moonshots. Despite inflation concerns, strong domestic private investment is currently driving U.S. economic prosperity while Europe struggles with over-regulation and high energy costs. (1)1954

If you've ever walked out of a doctor's office feeling dismissed, confused, or like something just didn't add up, this episode is for you. In this conversation, we're pulling back the curtain on something most people never stop to examine: the difference between science itself and the human biases, financial interests, and worldviews that shape how science gets used. As a registered nurse with over 17 years inside the pharmaceutical industry, I've seen this pattern up close. And as a Christian woman, I believe this is one of the biggest blind spots in the church today. This episode is for the Christian woman who is tired of being told to simply trust the system, who senses that something deeper is going on, and who is ready to bring discernment and faith into every health decision she makes. --- The Real Threat to Your Health May Not Be What You Think We live in a culture that shuts down questions with slogans. Question the consensus and you're labeled ignorant. But here's what Merriam-Webster actually says science is: systematized knowledge that may be studied or learned. Why would anyone be against learning? Science in and of itself is not the problem. The problem is the human bias, financial agenda, and worldview behind some of the science. When evaluating any study or health claim, wise questions to ask include: - Who ran the experiment? - Who funded it? - How many people were included? - What does the researcher stand to gain? - What worldview is shaping the interpretation? A perfect study does not exist. And even if it did, the conclusions drawn from it would still pass through a human filter. --- Worldview Shapes Everything, Even in the Lab To illustrate how a scientist's worldview affects their conclusions, consider Charles Darwin, widely taught as the father of evolutionary theory. A Princeton University article titled "The Descent of Man, 150 Years On," published in the journal Science, documents that Darwin described indigenous peoples of the Americas and Australia as lesser than Europeans, referred to African peoples as cognitively inferior, and characterized women as less capable than white men. His worldview was deeply racist and sexist, and it shaped his science. This is not an isolated example. It is a pattern. --- We've Been Wrong Before. More Than Once. Throughout history, the cultural and medical consensus has been confidently wrong: - Margarine was promoted as a heart-healthy butter alternative - Cigarette smoking was endorsed by medical doctors as safe or even beneficial - All dietary fat was declared the enemy - Kellogg's cereal was marketed as a complete, healthy breakfast - Formula was pushed as superior to breast milk - Giving birth on your back in a hospital was presented as the only safe option These were not fringe ideas. They were mainstream consensus backed by experts. And they were wrong. --- The Brainwashing Goes Beyond Health The same pattern shows up across every area of culture. We've been conditioned to believe that delaying marriage and children is the sophisticated choice, that divorce is self-care, that pornography is harmless, that sexual identity is the foundation of human identity, and that children and the elderly are burdens rather than blessings. Each of these ideas contradicts both scripture and human flourishing. When we can see the pattern clearly in culture, we become better equipped to recognize it in healthcare too. --- Why the Church Has a Blind Spot Here Many believers view the medical system as conflict-free and the science as settled. But if the enemy can convince us to put harmful things into our bodies while calling it health, he can do significant damage without ever being noticed. This is not a call to throw out the entire medical system. It is a call to bring the same discernment to your healthcare decisions that you bring to every other area of your faith. Seeking God's wisdom first for your health is not anti-science. It is stewardship. --- Timestamped Highlights - 0:01 - What if the real threat to your health is assuming the consensus is always correct? - 0:29 - Why questioning science gets mislabeled as ignorance - 1:26 - The right questions to ask about any study or health claim - 2:22 - Darwin's worldview and what it reveals about how science gets interpreted - 3:48 - A cultural history of things we were confidently told that turned out to be wrong - 5:12 - How the same brainwashing pattern shows up in marriage, sexuality, and family - 6:37 - Why this is a blind spot in the church and why it matters for holistic health - 7:08 - The real goal: not to reject the system, but to question it wisely --- Key Takeaways - Science is a tool. Like any tool, its value depends entirely on who is using it and why. - Financial interests and personal worldview shape scientific conclusions, sometimes significantly. - History shows us repeatedly that the consensus can be wrong. Discernment is not ignorance. - The church is not immune to cultural and industrial influence when it comes to health. - Seeking God's wisdom for your health is an act of faith, not fear. - You do not have to choose between faith and informed health decisions. You were made for both. --- Ready to Take the Next Step? If today's episode made you think twice about what you've been told, go grab my free training, Eight Myths That Are Keeping You Sick Right Now, at herholistichealing.com/free. A credentialed RN and pharma insider walks you through what conventional medicine keeps getting wrong, and what to do instead.

It's been months. Maybe years. And yet somehow, you're still thinking about the affair every single day. You wake up and it's there. You go to bed and it's there. A song, a date, a place, a passing thought, and suddenly you're back inside the story again. Replaying. Analysing. Questioning. Trying to understand. Trying to make sense of something that still feels impossible to fully explain. If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. In this episode of After the Affair, Luke explores why your mind keeps returning to the affair long after discovery and why the constant replaying may not mean what you think it means. You'll learn why the brain mistakes understanding for safety, how rumination quietly becomes a habit, the hidden reasons people continue replaying painful events, and why trying to force yourself to stop thinking about the affair often makes the problem worse. Most importantly, you'll discover the difference between remembering and replaying, and how changing your relationship with your thoughts can become one of the most important turning points in your healing journey. If you've ever found yourself asking: "Why am I still thinking about this?" This episode may give you an entirely different answer than the one you've been looking for. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why your brain keeps returning to the affair The difference between understanding and certainty How the mind tries to use thinking as a form of protection Why many people aren't actually trying to understand the affair anymore The hidden relationship between rumination and control How replaying the affair can become an unconscious attempt to change the past The surprising ways betrayal can become part of your identity Why forcing yourself not to think about the affair usually backfires The difference between remembering and replaying What actually helps you move forward when you're feeling stuck A Powerful Question From This Episode "What am I hoping my thinking will give me?" Not what your partner did. Not what should have happened. Not what you've lost. But what are you hoping all of this thinking will eventually produce? Safety? Certainty? Control? Validation? Justice? A different past? Because the answer to that question may reveal far more about what's keeping you stuck than the affair itself. Key Takeaways ✅ Thinking about the affair every day doesn't mean you're broken. ✅ Your brain often mistakes understanding for safety. ✅ Rumination feels productive but rarely creates resolution. ✅ Many people are no longer trying to understand the affair, they're trying to undo it. ✅ The hidden goal beneath most replaying is certainty, and certainty is impossible. ✅ Healing is not about never thinking about the affair again. ✅ Freedom comes from changing your relationship with the thoughts, not eliminating them. ✅ Remembering is normal. Replaying is optional. ✅ You don't have to believe every thought your mind offers. ✅ Recovery begins to accelerate when your future becomes more compelling than your past. Why This Episode Matters One of the biggest misconceptions in betrayal recovery is that if you're still thinking about the affair, you're not healing. The truth is often far more nuanced. Many people become trapped not by the affair itself, but by their ongoing attempt to find certainty, control, or safety through endless mental replay. This episode explores what happens when thinking becomes a habit, when healing becomes an identity, and when the search for answers quietly turns into resistance to reality. Because the goal isn't to forget. The goal is to stop living inside the event. Resources & Support If you're struggling with the aftermath of betrayal and would like support navigating the emotional, psychological, and relational impact of infidelity, Luke offers both private coaching and community support.

How do you know that something is true? What is belief?  When we consider religion and various beliefs, how can we know anything is the truth? Might it be irrational to believe in a God or Higher Power? Today guest, NYT bestselling author Eldon Taylor, Ph.D., examines these ideas and more. Eldon has been a practicing criminalist and is an expert in forensic hypnosis and subliminal communication.   He talks about how what you believe can, and does, have a huge impact on the quality of your life — from success in business to success in relationships, from your ability to learn and master new subjects to your ability to heal your own body. In his latest book, "Questioning Spirituality," he deeply considers the idea of a God and/or Higher Power and how it seems our institutions of higher learning tend to go against this idea. An intellectual elitism exists in which students, and professors, may think that although it's comforting to consider believing in a God, it's simply not rational.  The idea for his latest book started after numerous conversations with Eldon's college-aged sons, both of whom were studying away at Ivy League schools. Although they grew up with a strong sense of faith, they returned home from university as atheists.  Students are taught critical thinking in college. This naturally leads to the questioning of religion. Is it possible to be both a critical thinker and hold belief in a Higher Power? Eldon presents both sides of the argument – and proposes that it's not at all irrational to believe.   Eldon Taylor has been researching the power of the mind for the past 25 years and is considered to be an expert in the areas of hypnosis and subliminal communication. For more than ten years, Eldon specialized in criminalistics, where he supervised and conducted investigations and testing to detect deception. Today, Eldon is President and Director of Progressive Awareness Research, Inc. He has developed and patented the InnerTalk technology, which has been demonstrated by numerous universities to be effective. Eldon is an award-winning, NYT best-selling author of more than 300 books, and audio and video programs.  Info: eldontaylor.com. This is Part 1 of the interview.  

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Henry Sokolski analyzes China's nuclear capabilities, including missile silos and underground transport systems, while questioning their peer-to-peer ambitions. He also observes economic trends, noting that gas price fluctuations and sparse Costco crowds suggest consumers are becoming increasingly budget-conscious and selective about their spending habits in the current economy.1958

Today's conversation between Impact Theory host Tom Bilyeu and Tommy Robinson focuses on the rapid demographic and cultural shifts currently reshaping cities across the West, with particular emphasis on immigration, identity, and social cohesion. One concept discussed was how these changes are sparking some of the most contentious and consequential debates of the coming decade. A key theme that emerged was the tension between traditional national identity and values, and the effects of multicultural communities—particularly how integration, or the lack thereof, shapes perceptions of safety, belonging, and the preservation of cultural norms.The discussion explored personal experiences of growing up in a changing community, the challenges of assimilation, and the feeling of being unable to openly discuss sensitive issues due to fears of being labeled or facing legal and social repercussions. Several points were raised, including concerns over political correctness, the role of government and corporations in mass immigration policies, and the resulting impact on community values and public discourse.Listeners can expect a deep dive into not only the lived realities behind these societal changes, but also the broader forces—political, economic, and cultural—that drive and shape them. The episode presents a controversial and candid examination of what is at stake for the future, and invites audiences to reflect on the values that define collective identity and community in an increasingly complex world.Chapters:00:00 UK immigration and political context16:52 Discussing causes of public outrage21:35 Discussing the George Floyd case39:40 The influence of ideological beliefs52:00 Discussing racial justice and perspectives54:06 Nelson Mandela's Vision for Unity01:10:30 Discussing labor and economic factors01:19:06 AI's role in modern society01:30:53 Modern struggles and wealth disparity01:44:37 Questioning female representation in gaming01:46:50 Discussion on attractive character design02:04:16 Issues with police response to stabbing02:07:34 Obsessing over achieving goalsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Welcome to another intense episode of The Tom Bilyeu Show. Today, Tom & Co-host Drew tackle some of the most divisive and urgent headlines shaping global discourse. In the wake of the shocking body cam footage revealing Henry Nowak's final moments and the resulting riots across the UK, Tom explores the viral online comparisons between Britain's response to the deaths of George Floyd and Henry Nowak, digging into the broader implications for culture, politics, and the escalating tensions around immigration and anti-white bias.They break down the details: the fatal altercation, two-tiered policing, and the ripple effect this incident has had—drawing in political leaders, fueling protests, and exposing perceived double standards in justice and public outrage. The conversation delves deep into the roots of these societal clashes, including how narratives around victimhood, race, and ideology are amplifying divisions both in the UK and beyond.But the episode doesn't stop there—world events from Russia's attack on Ukraine, to debates over the government's role in AI, to controversies igniting the gaming world, all collide in this multi-faceted discussion. Buckle up for a powerful and nuanced conversation that doesn't shy away from the hard questions.00:00 UK immigration and political context16:52 Discussing causes of public outrage21:35 Discussing the George Floyd case39:40 The influence of ideological beliefs52:00 Discussing racial justice and perspectives54:06 Nelson Mandela's Vision for Unity01:10:30 Discussing labor and economic factors01:19:06 AI's role in modern society01:30:53 Modern struggles and wealth disparity01:44:37 Questioning female representation in gaming01:46:50 Discussion on attractive character design02:04:16 Issues with police response to stabbing02:07:34 Obsessing over achieving goalsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RURAL AMERICA FACES WATER CRISIS, POWER GRID BATTLES, AND AI EXPANSION CONCERNS On this episode of Rural Route, Trent Loos is joined by Jay Truitt from Texas for a powerful discussion about some of the biggest challenges facing rural America. The conversation begins with growing concerns over AI data center water use.

This conversation explores the profound impact of AI and automation on the future of work, economy, and society. Featuring Martin Ford, author of 'Rise of the Robots,' the discussion covers technological progress, economic implications, policy ideas like universal basic income, and the evolving nature of jobs in an AI-driven world.Key TopicsImpact of AI on employment and economyPotential of universal basic income as a solutionDifferences between past technological revolutions and AIThe evolution from physical robots to AI software agentsJobs most vulnerable to automation and AIChapters04:14 The Impact of Technological Revolutions on Employment10:40 The Shift from Physical to Intellectual Automation12:16 The Debate: Replacement vs. Augmentation of Jobs18:01 Economic Implications of Job Displacement21:00 Exploring Solutions: Universal Basic Income and Beyond24:08 The Awakening of Economists25:12 Historical Perspectives on Automation28:27 Navigating the Future Job Market32:57 The Role of Skilled Trades in an AI World38:13 The Alien Thought Experiment42:17 The Future of AI and Its Implications44:14 The Rise of Automation and Its Impact45:14 AI as a Digital Workforce45:38 The Shifting Landscape of Work46:08 Questioning the Future of Automation and AIFollow Martin Ford onX (https://x.com/MFordFuture) Book (https://amzn.to/4vluX3N)Follow Breaking Math onSubstack (https://breakingmath.substack.com/)X (https://x.com/breakingmathpod)Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/breakingmathmedia/)Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/breakingmath.bsky.social)Website (https://www.breakingmath.io/)YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@BreakingMathPod)Follow Noah onInstagram (https://www.instagram.com/profnoahgian/)X (https://x.com/ProfNoahGian)Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/profnoahgian.bsky.social)Follow Autumn onX (https://x.com/1autumn_leaf)Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/1autumnleaf.bsky.social)Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/1autumnleaf/)Substack (https://substack.com/@1autumnleaf)email: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

Send us Fan Mail Comparison is one of those things we all experience, but rarely talk about honestly. In this episode, I'm diving into what it really looks like to celebrate other people's success without letting it shake your confidence or make you question your own timeline.From leadership and entrepreneurship to motherhood, running, and personal growth, this is a conversation about comparison, emotional maturity, and learning how to stay rooted in your own journey. If you've ever found yourself genuinely happy for someone else while also quietly questioning yourself, this episode will help you process those emotions with more clarity and self-awareness.What You'll Learn:Why comparison is a normal human response, not a character flawHow to identify what your emotional reactions are actually pointing towardPractical ways to celebrate others while staying grounded in your own growthKey Takeaways:Comparison often reveals unspoken desires, fears, or goals within ourselvesSomeone else's success does not diminish your value or your timelineQuiet, consistent growth is still meaningful growth, even when it is not highly visibleCall to Action:The next time comparison shows up, pause before attaching a story to it. Instead of asking why you feel behind, ask yourself what the feeling might be revealing about your own goals, desires, or season of life. Use that awareness as information, not shame, and redirect your energy toward your own growth.Listen on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.______________________________You can find me here:Instagram: @gingerbizWebsite: https://www.katymurrayphotography.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TipsandTricksforyourbusinessX: https://twitter.com/GingerBizKMLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-murray-ginger-biz/ 

This is a month of movement, experimentation, and meeting life directly rather than trying to think your way through it.This isn't a month to prepare for your life. It's a month to participate in it. To stop waiting for more clarity, more confidence, or more permission—and begin moving like the woman you're becoming instead.Stevie Calista and Meg Thompson weave the Akashic Forecast with the Astrology of the month to create a map for the energy ahead.Main Topics:From Insight to Action – As Jupiter completes its final weeks in Gemini, you're invited to stop endlessly collecting information and begin trusting what you've already learned through lived experience.Building Through Embodiment – With Venus, Mercury, and Jupiter activating Cancer, this month asks you to create from a place of nourishment, emotional honesty, and connection rather than pressure, performance, or survival.Questioning the Rules – As Saturn and Neptune travel through Aries, old identities, assumptions, and inherited expectations are being challenged so that something more authentic can emerge.Leadership Through Participation – With Pluto continuing its retrograde journey through Aquarius and the Summer Solstice illuminating a new season of growth, you're asked to stop observing your life from the sidelines and fully enter the arena of your becoming.Connect with Stevie:CLICK HEREJoin DECIDED - https://meaghanthompson.podia.com/decidedSend us a message and let us know what you love about this episodeImportant Links:Sign Up For the Weekly Forecast - CLICK HEREwww.Megthompson.comAttuned - CLICK HERELet's Connect on Instagram -  CLICK HERE

Welcome back to the Tom Bilyeu Show Live! On today's episode, Tom is joined by his beloved wife, Lisa, for a deep dive into this week's economic and political turbulence. From explosive AI valuations and the dangers of narrative-driven investing to provocative policy proposals—including California's potential billionaire wealth tax and Newsom's contentious plan to tax Trump's anti-weaponization fund—nothing is off the table. We discuss historical lessons in economic bubbles, strategies for surviving inflation and debt, and the core mechanics of how assets, taxes, and government policy interact to shape everyone's financial future. Plus, Tom unpacks the story behind Peter Thiel's move to Argentina, the role of unions, and shocking claims about what taxpayer dollars are funding. Whether you're an investor trying to protect your portfolio or simply want to understand the forces shaping your wallet, this episode is packed with first-principles thinking, candid debate, and actionable insights to empower your decisions in uncertain times. Chapter Notes: 00:00 Understanding narrative vs. fundamental investing 07:13 Investing in AI and infrastructure 13:20 Diversifying investments across assets 20:07 Understanding body biology at Quest 21:28 Discovering the Eurodollar market 29:31 Entrepreneurship over saving for wealth 33:42 Discussion on tax distribution 37:29 Government control and economic impact 47:11 Debating area's affordability and value 50:30 Debate over Trump's legal defense fund 54:48 Discussing January 6th repercussions 01:00:36 Discussing personal assumptions and surprises 01:08:23 Questioning personal beliefs and goals 01:11:32 Intellectual humility and growth 01:16:44 Peter Thiel's global relocation plans 01:20:44 Concerns about political leadership 01:28:49 Armed gangs in Canada 01:30:55 Discussing left vs right politics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Remember how yesterday we talked about Jesus and Peter needing to pay their taxes, and Jesus tells Peter to do what he's always done – go fishing. But this would be a completely different fishing experience because this time, Peter was fishing with Jesus – and Jesus is the difference maker. God had perfectly aligned just the right fish with a valuable coin in its mouth to bite Peter's hook. That coin was the extraordinary way Jesus would provide that day. Right place at the right time. Not an accident – absolutely miraculously divine. Well let me tell you what happened yesterday at retreat. We had taken a train from Venice to Lake Garda. Not the original train we had planned – a different train, so our arrival had been a little delayed. Once at the lake, we hopped on our private chartered boat for the most gorgeous adventure. About 1 hour into our adventure on the water, our captain drove the boat under the drawbridge of a castle where we docked for lunch. At the precise moment all 11 of us are stepping off our boat, a frantic mother comes running up screaming, “Have you seen my son?” She can barely put together a cohesive sentence. “My son, my son, he's missing. 5 years old. My son.” All the BIG Life girls spring into action. We scatter in all directions, yelling, “5 year old boy. White shirt. Missing.” Most everyone we encounter responds with, “Haven't seen him” then continues on with their day. But not my girls – we're searching for this missing boy. It's one thing to be missing your child in a crowd. It's another thing to be missing your child in a crowd on the edge of deep water. We all felt the desperation. Eventually, far from where we had started, someone heard us and shouted back, “He's here!” We found him. And he was in the complete opposite direction of where the mother had run. There was no way the boy would have heard his mom. There was no way she was going to find him with such a distance between them. BUT GOD. God perfectly placed a boat full of 11 BIG Life Girls from all the way around the world at precisely the right moment to step onto that dock, hear her desperate cry and spread out on a mission to find her boy. Watching that reunion left every one of us in tears. Right place, right time. We got to be part of Jesus' extraordinary plans. We were the fish with the coin. Ordinary girls with a changed travel plan, stepping on shore later than scheduled, equipped with precisely what was needed. That, my friends, is how God works! Now, let's go even further. Here in Venice we seem to be having encounters with hurting souls in need of the Jesus we carry. I bet it's not just Venice – I bet it's in your town too. Hurting souls – they're absolutely everywhere. In need of what we have. But have you ever just gotten in your own way? Have you ever talked yourself right out of doing precisely what the Holy Spirit has prompted you to do? Have you ever felt way too ordinary to be used for God's extraordinary purposes? How can you possibly be their answer? Well, you're not their answer. You simply CARRY THEIR ANSWER! Remember that. You're a contagious carrier of Jesus. Allow contact so it spreads! That's it. Why make it more complicated than that? Here's the barrier with the hurting souls we've been coming into contact with here in Venice … we don't speak their language and they don't speak ours. Well that's simply NOT a problem for our EXTRAORDINARY GOD! Let me tell you a little story from your Bible. Imagine you're in the middle of this story. Okay, picture this … you’re one of Jesus’ closest friends. You’ve given up your job and your home, you’ve left everything and everyone you’ve ever known, to go with Jesus on his mission. You've been personally walking with Jesus. You've been part of some absolutely crazy miracles. You've seen his power. You know it's real. And you thought you would be doing this with Jesus for the rest of your life. But just 3 years into you and your tribe of 12 doing all these miraculous things, Jesus gets killed. Your leader is crucified. And now what? It’s easy for us to rush to the rest of the story, but remember this – Jesus’ friends didn’t know the rest of the story as they were sitting in it. They never saw this hardship coming. They never, in a million years, thought Jesus could be killed. Now what were they going to do? They had given up everything to go with him. They are afraid. Afraid they too would be killed. Afraid everything they had believed in and worked for was ruined. They were confused. Then, Jesus shows up in the room where they are hiding. Now remember, Jesus has died. They saw him hanging on the cross. They knew his body was put in the tomb. They also knew the doors to the room where they were hiding were locked. And boom, here’s Jesus, standing right there among them. And this is what Jesus says to them, Mark 16:15, “Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone.” Then Jesus is taken into heaven. Jesus tells them to go. But HOW? Jesus, how are we supposed to go into ALL the world and preach to EVERYONE? We don’t have an airplane. The internet sucks here. We are poor fishermen, how are we supposed to go do all of this? We have no education. We have no resources. We have no connections. Jesus, I heard what you said, but we're just so ordinary. For 10 days they waited. For 10 days they must have wondered how Jesus expected them to tell everyone about God. For 10 days they must have felt so unequipped and unqualified for the calling. But on the 10th day, they were all together for the day of Pentecost. This was the day all of Israel gathered in Jerusalem to offer to God their first harvest of wheat for the season. There were people from Judea, people from Asia, people from Egypt and Rome, people from every nation all gathered to make their offering. Also there were Jesus’ 12 friends, his disciples. Suddenly God’s power came and rested on each of them and Acts 2:4 says, “Everyone present was filled with the Hoy Spirit and began speaking in other languages, as the Holy Spirit gave them this ability.” These ordinary men spoke Aramaic, but now filled with the Holy Spirit, they were speaking every language of the entire crowd. All of these people from every nation, all with their own languages, miraculously heard the magnificent acts of God being declared in THEIR OWN language. This is how God would use these 12 common friends of Jesus to fulfill his purposes. This is how they would go into ALL the world and preach the Good News to EVERYONE as Jesus had told them. God would do it through them in ways they could have never imagined. He would speak through them. His power would flow from them. He would give them the words which they couldn’t even possibly know. Literally a different language – hundreds of languages, spoken perfectly through common men who were unsure how God could use them. Now, back to you, Miss Ordinary. Why not you? Whatever it is that has been blocking you from being the hands and feet of Jesus wherever you are – you just need to know the Holy Spirit can perfectly equip you with absolutely anything and everything needed to spread what you're carrying. You're a contagious carrier of Jesus. Make contact! How exactly? Well I don’t know. When exactly? Well I don’t know that either. But here’s what I do know … you will have to show up unsure, uncertain, feeling totally unequipped, and be available for God’s Spirit to equip you. The disciples spent 10 days wondering how they were ever going to do what Jesus had asked them to do. It seemed an impossible task for them to tell the world about the good news of Jesus. And in that 10 days, they must have been drawing maps and making plans. They must have been overwhelmed with such a huge task and unanswered questions. Just like you … you’re in your 10 day waiting period that may have stretched out to cover a few years. You’re waiting and wondering. Questioning. Planning and preparing, but all of it seems inadequate. But my sister, the answers you’re seeking can’t be found in your elaborate 10 year plans. These answers are only found in the power of the Holy Spirit. God will equip you! He will enable you to do what you’ve never done before. He will bring everything together just as it needs to be, and you just need to show up and be available for it. At the end of Acts chapter 2, we see what God was doing by enabling Jesus' 12 friends to speak all these different languages – THREE THOUSNAD WERE BAPTIZED THAT DAY!!!!!!!!!!! What the Bible doesn’t tell us is the conversation Jesus’ friends must have had AFTER Pentecost. Imagine their after work dinner that night. Matthew says, “Dude, I was speaking to an Egyptian in his language, saying things I don’t even know how to say.” Then John says, “Dude, me too! Did you hear me talking in Latin?” And of course, here comes my favorite, wild and impulsive Peter and he says, “Guys, I don’t even know what language I was speaking, but that was awesome!!!” Then there’s a pause and they all realize … ohhhhh, so THIS is how we’re going to go into all the world and preach the Good News to all people.” God has given us the power to do it and it’s already started. Now, let's just keep going! You are the contagious carrier of what every person in this world needs. You're surrounded by hurting souls who are desperate for the Jesus you carry within you. MAKE CONTACT! 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

Join the Waitlist for The Travel Business Intensive by TIQUE! Imposter syndrome? We don't know her! In this Hot Take, Jennifer and Robin unpack why so many travel advisors are undercharging, overextending themselves, and wondering why they're burned out by clients who treat unlimited access like a personality trait. From planning fees and pricing psychology to luxury perception, boundaries, and profitable service suites, this conversation is your reminder that your business is not a nonprofit. Whether you book five-star Italy itineraries or budget-friendly cruises, the goal is the same: build a business that pays you, protects your time, and supports the life you're trying to create. Plus, hear why Shay Bacani might convince you to raise your rates immediately at The Travel Business Intensive this August!FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM @TiqueHQ

Preview for Later Today: Jim McTague examines the hypothetical return of Tony Blair to lead Britain's Labour Party, questioning whether interest is genuine nostalgia or a reaction to Keir Starmer's leadership while recalling Blair's political history.1880

Tania Lattanzio from Innovative Global Education examines the impact of real objects and the real environment on student learning: When real objects and real environments are the starting point: Curiosity leads the learning. Questioning feels purposeful. Wonder is protected. Understanding grows from evidence. It communicates that learning is not about receiving information, but about making sense of the world. Honoring students as thinkers. Visit the Innovative Global Education website and connect with Tania here. Subscribe to the Steve Barkley Ponders Out Loud podcast on iTunes or visit BarkleyPD.com to find new episodes!

SpaceTime Series 29 Episode 63 *Questioning the existence of Europa's vapor plumes A new study of Jupiter's ice moon Europa is casting doubt of previous evidence showing possible vapor plumes ejecting into space. *Are Earth's co-orbitals stray asteroids or chunks of the Moon? As well as our Moon, planet Earth also has a group of asteroids orbiting around the Sun with it. But questions remain about their origins. *SMILE launches on a mission to study Earth's shield against the solar wind The European space agency has successfully launched its SMILE spacecraft on an ambitious mission to better understand the interaction between Earth's protective magnetosphere and the constant stream of charged particles flowing out from the Sun in the solar wind and space weather events such as solar and geomagnetic storms. *The Science Report High blood pressure now affects two in every five adult Australians. A new tectonic plate boundary could be forming in Zambia. Teens spend almost an hour of their sleep time on their phones instead. Alex on Tech Google IO 2026Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spacetime-with-stuart-gary--2458531/support.

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Send us Fan MailWhat if the beliefs running your life were never really yours?In today's episode, we take an honest look at patriarchy, matriarchy, power, money, identity, and the family roles that quietly influence how we see ourselves and each other. This is not about blaming men, dismissing women, or turning growth into a gender war. It is about noticing the narratives we inherited, especially the ones that affect our relationships, standards, emotional expression, self-worth, and ability to think clearly.From unconscious family dynamics to the way power shows up in love and leadership, this episode opens the door to a deeper kind of reflection. The kind that asks us to stop defending the script and start questioning who handed it to us in the first place.Here's a related episode that builds on today's conversation:#478 | How to Advocate For Yourself - https://apple.co/4ndYjOCLearn more about:

What happens when a doctor starts questioning the very system he was trained in? In this eye-opening and deeply important conversation, Darin Olien sits down with physician and metabolic health expert Dr. Dan Reardon to unpack the exploding GLP-1 weight loss drug phenomenon, the collapse of foundational health principles, and the dangerous trend of masking chronic disease instead of addressing root causes. Together, they dive into protein myths, obesity culture, pharmaceutical incentives, body positivity, metabolic dysfunction, chronic disease, and the growing "Wild West" of weight-loss injections like semaglutide and Mounjaro. But this conversation goes much deeper than weight loss. Dr. Reardon reveals his revolutionary focus on "deprescribing" medications—helping patients safely come off statins, blood pressure medications, psychiatric drugs, and GLP-1 injections by restoring the body's innate healing systems. This episode is a powerful exploration of personal sovereignty, metabolic health, medical integrity, and why the human body may be far more intelligent than modern medicine gives it credit for. What You'll Learn Why the current protein obsession may be misunderstood How the body recycles amino acids and adapts to exercise The hidden problems with ultra-high protein consumption Why GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide and Mounjaro are raising serious concerns The cultural shift from body positivity to weight-loss injections The pharmaceutical industry's incentives around obesity medications Why most people using GLP-1 drugs are not changing their lifestyle habits The side effects associated with semaglutide and related drugs How chronic disease is often treated symptomatically instead of at the root cause Why Dr. Reardon focuses on "deprescribing" medications The importance of metabolic health and foundational lifestyle medicine How modern medicine often ignores why symptoms are happening in the first place Chapters 00:00:03 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:32 – Sponsor: Manna Vitality and frequency-based wellness 00:02:00 – Introducing Dr. Dan Reardon and the focus of today's conversation 00:02:39 – Protein myths and amino acid recycling in the body 00:03:00 – GLP-1 injections, semaglutide, and the weight-loss drug explosion 00:03:38 – Pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, bone loss, and hidden side effects 00:04:00 – Dr. Reardon's mission to "deprescribe" medications 00:04:22 – Why symptoms and inflammation often exist for a reason 00:04:45 – Darin and Dan reconnect after more than a decade 00:05:39 – Their original conversation about protein and muscle breakdown 00:06:11 – How the body recycles amino acids instead of wasting them 00:06:59 – Questioning mainstream protein requirements 00:08:00 – Plants as the original source of amino acids 00:08:27 – Why protein discussions remain controversial 00:08:46 – Appetite regulation, exercise, and protein utilization 00:09:27 – The flipped food pyramid and rising protein recommendations 00:10:11 – Darin critiques the meat-heavy food system 00:11:05 – Subsidized meat production and processed food systems 00:11:54 – Environmental impacts of increased protein consumption 00:12:15 – Longevity science and the dangers of excess protein intake 00:13:17 – Cancer risk, mortality, and overconsumption of protein 00:13:47 – The absurdity of protein-fortified processed foods 00:14:17 – Observing GLP-1 users still eating ultra-processed foods 00:15:04 – Society abandoning foundational health principles 00:15:50 – The body's natural GLP-1 mechanisms through movement and nutrition 00:17:08 – How semaglutide was originally developed 00:18:00 – Why injected GLP-1 drugs are not "natural" GLP-1 00:19:13 – Softening pharmaceutical language to increase acceptance 00:20:00 – The "Wild West" rollout of GLP-1 medications in the UK 00:20:33 – Government incentives pushing doctors to prescribe GLP-1 drugs 00:21:24 – Weight regain and muscle loss after stopping the injections 00:22:04 – The lack of transparency around side effects 00:22:15 – Pancreatitis, gallbladder disease, and long-term bone density concerns 00:22:58 – "Yo-yo injectors" using semaglutide for weddings and vacations 00:23:29 – Pharmaceutical culture prioritizing profit over long-term health 00:24:26 – Emotional vulnerability and the appeal of "miracle" weight-loss drugs 00:25:03 – Trusting authority figures without informed consent 00:25:34 – Why behavioral support often fails after GLP-1 treatment 00:26:07 – Sponsor: Tru Niagen and cellular NAD+ support 00:28:33 – Most people simply eat less junk food—not healthier food 00:29:00 – Why physicians struggle to keep up with rapidly changing medicine 00:30:10 – The pressure doctors face from patients demanding GLP-1 prescriptions 00:31:11 – Traditional uses for GLP-1 medications in diabetes care 00:31:36 – Why many experienced physicians refuse to prescribe these drugs 00:31:55 – Online pharmacies and supermarkets selling injections directly 00:32:17 – Doctors are not trained in emotional eating or lifestyle coaching 00:33:04 – Younger doctors inheriting pharmaceutical-driven systems 00:34:00 – Acknowledging cases where GLP-1 drugs may genuinely help 00:34:26 – The widespread abuse of semaglutide medications 00:35:18 – The changing culture inside medical schools and training systems 00:36:12 – Circumventing medical oversight through online prescriptions 00:37:17 – The disappearance of the body positivity movement 00:38:04 – Society normalizing obesity before introducing weight-loss injections 00:39:06 – Darin reflects on self-worth, consciousness, and the human body 00:40:15 – Loving people without confusing identity with physical health struggles 00:41:17 – Supporting people biologically rather than shaming them emotionally 00:42:30 – Manufactured health crises and systemic manipulation 00:43:17 – Darin and Dan discuss Fatal Conveniences and societal deception 00:44:11 – Questioning systems while helping people reclaim health sovereignty 00:45:12 – Why foundational health habits still matter most 00:45:51 – The psychological value of struggle, resilience, and achievement 00:46:50 – Human resilience and ancestral survival 00:47:19 – Resistance training and building emotional strength 00:47:44 – Dr. Reardon's current focus on deprescribing medications 00:48:20 – Helping patients improve metabolic health naturally 00:49:00 – Interpreting modern bloodwork and health testing 00:49:46 – Why patients don't want to return to medications once they heal 00:50:13 – Helping the body "come back online" naturally 00:50:42 – The body's intelligence and adaptive inflammatory responses 00:51:44 – Suppressing symptoms without resolving root causes 00:52:17 – High blood pressure as a signal—not just a diagnosis 00:53:04 – Investigating why symptoms happen instead of masking them 00:53:46 – Medicine as detective work 00:54:14 – Building a medical practice aligned with integrity 00:55:10 – Why healthcare systems need course correction 00:56:23 – Final reflections on truth, integrity, and helping people thrive Join the Superlife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns — beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Dr. Dan Reardon Website: https://www.drdanreardon.com/  Instagram: @drdanreardon Get Your GLP1 Timeline Tool: Website Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences Key Takeaway "The human body is not broken: it is adaptive, intelligent, and constantly responding to the environment it's placed in. Modern medicine often suppresses symptoms without asking why they exist in the first place. Real healing begins when we stop chasing shortcuts, start addressing root causes, and create the conditions for the body to do what it was designed to do all along: heal, regulate, and thrive."

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President Donald Trump just went full alpha on a reporter who tried to gotcha him over the new White House ballroom project.During a press event, reporter Akayla Gardner questioned the rising costs of the massive new ballroom. Trump fired back without hesitation: “I doubled the size of it, you dumb person. You are not a smart person.” We also cover: Update on Iran.  Trump on inflation.  Pete Hegseth testifies on Ukraine war.  FDA secretary resignation. Kirk Cameron joins.  This is classic Trump — strong, unapologetic, and always putting America first. While Democrats and the fake news media cry about “tone”, President Trump continues delivering results and standing up to the swamp. If you love seeing Trump fight back against the biased press, smash that LIKE button