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In this episode, I'm joined by Rebecca Hinds — organizational behavior expert and founder of the Work AI Institute at Glean — for a practical conversation about why meetings deteriorate over time and how to redesign them. Rebecca argues that bad meetings aren't a people problem — they're a systems problem. Without intentional design, meetings default to ego, status signaling, conflict avoidance, and performative participation. Over time, low-value meetings become normalized instead of fixed. Drawing on her research at Stanford University and her leadership of the Work Innovation Lab at Asana, she shares frameworks from her new book, Your Best Meeting Ever, including: The four legitimate purposes of a meeting: decide, discuss, debate, or develop The CEO test for when synchronous time is truly required How to codify shared meeting standards Why leaders must explicitly give permission to leave low-value meetings We also explore leadership, motivation, and the myth that kindness and high standards are opposites. Rebecca explains why effective leaders diagnose what drives each individual — encouragement for some, direct challenge for others — and design environments that support both performance and belonging. Finally, we talk about AI and the future of work. Tools amplify existing culture: strong systems improve, broken systems break faster. Organizations that redesign how work happens — not just what tools they use — will have the advantage. If you want to run better meetings, lead with more clarity, and rethink how collaboration actually happens, this episode is for you. You can find Your Best Meeting Ever at major bookstores and learn more at rebeccahinds.com.  00:00 Start 00:27 Why Meetings Get Worse Over Time Robin references Good Omens and the character Crowley, who designs the M25 freeway to intentionally create frustration and misery. They use this metaphor to illustrate how systems can be designed in ways that amplify dysfunction, whether intentionally or accidentally. The idea is that once dysfunctional systems become normalized, people stop questioning them. They also discuss Cory Doctorow's concept of enshittification, where platforms and systems gradually decline as organizational priorities override user experience. Rebecca connects this pattern directly to meetings, arguing that without intentional design, meetings default to chaos and energy drain. Over time, poorly designed meetings become accepted as inevitable rather than treated as solvable design problems. Rebecca references the Simple Sabotage Field Manual created by the Office of Strategic Services during World War II. The manual advised citizens in occupied territories on how to subtly undermine organizations from within. Many of the suggested tactics involved meetings, including encouraging long speeches, focusing on irrelevant details, and sending decisions to unnecessary committees. The irony is that these sabotage techniques closely resemble common behaviors in modern corporate meetings. Rebecca argues that if meetings were designed from scratch today, without legacy habits and inherited norms, they would likely look radically different. She explains that meetings persist in their dysfunctional form because they amplify deeply human tendencies like ego, status signaling, and conflict avoidance. Rebecca traces her interest in teamwork back to her experience as a competitive swimmer in Toronto. Although swimming appears to be an individual sport, she explains that success is heavily dependent on team structure and shared preparation. Being recruited to swim at Stanford exposed her to an elite, team-first environment that reshaped how she thought about performance. She became fascinated by how a group can become greater than the sum of its parts when the right cultural conditions are present. This experience sparked her long-term curiosity about why organizations struggle to replicate the kind of cohesion often seen in sports. At Stanford, Coach Lee Mauer emphasized that emotional wellbeing and performance were deeply connected. The team included world record holders and Olympians, and the performance standards were extremely high. Despite the intensity, the culture prioritized connection and belonging. Rituals like informal story time around the hot tub helped teammates build relationships beyond performance metrics. Rebecca internalized the lesson that elite performance and strong culture are not opposing forces. She saw firsthand that intensity and warmth can coexist, and that psychological safety can actually reinforce high standards rather than weaken them. Later in her career at Asana, Rebecca encountered the company value of rejecting false trade-offs. This reinforced a lesson she had first learned in swimming, which is that many perceived either-or tensions are not actually unavoidable. She argues that organizations often assume they must choose between performance and happiness, or between kindness and accountability. In her experience, these are false binaries that can be resolved through better design and clearer expectations. She emphasizes that motivated and engaged employees tend to produce higher quality work, making culture a strategic advantage rather than a distraction. Kindness versus ruthlessness in leadership Robin raises the contrast between harsh, fear-based leadership styles and more relational, positive leadership approaches. Both styles have produced winning teams, which raises the question of whether success comes because of the leadership style or despite it. Rebecca argues that resilience and accountability are essential, regardless of tone. She stresses that kindness alone is not sufficient for high performance, but neither is harshness inherently superior. Effective leadership requires understanding what motivates each individual, since some people thrive on encouragement while others crave direct challenge. Rebecca personally identifies with wanting to be pushed and appreciates clarity when her work falls short of expectations. She concludes that the most effective leaders diagnose motivation carefully and design environments that maximize both growth and performance. 08:51 Building the Book-Launch Team: Mentors, Agents, and Choosing the Right Publisher Robin asks Rebecca about the size and structure of the team she assembled to execute the launch successfully. He is especially curious about what the team actually looked like in practice and how coordinated the effort needed to be. He also asks about the meeting cadence and work cadence required to bring a book launch to life at that level. The framing highlights that writing the book is only one phase, while launching it is an entirely different operational challenge. Rebecca explains that the process felt much more organic than it might appear from the outside. She admits that at the beginning, she underestimated the full scope of what a book launch entails. Her original motivation was simple: she believed she had a valuable perspective, wanted to help people, and loved writing. As she progressed deeper into the publishing process, she realized that writing the manuscript was only one piece of a much larger system. The operational and promotional dimensions gradually revealed themselves as a second job layered on top of authorship. Robin emphasizes that writing a book and publishing a book are fundamentally different jobs. Rebecca agrees and acknowledges that the publishing side requires a completely different skill set and infrastructure. The conversation underscores that authorship is creative work, while publishing and launching require strategy, coordination, and business acumen. Rebecca credits her Stanford mentor, Bob Sutton, as a life changing influence throughout the process. He guided her step by step, including decisions around selecting a publisher and choosing an agent. She initially did not plan to work with an agent, but through guidance and reflection, she shifted her perspective. His mentorship helped her ask better questions and approach the process more strategically rather than reactively. Rebecca reflects on an important mindset shift in her career. Earlier in life, she was comfortable being the big fish in a small pond. Over time, she came to believe that she performs better when surrounded by people who are smarter and more experienced than she is. She describes her superpower as working extremely hard and having confidence in that effort. Because of that, she prefers environments where others elevate her thinking and push her further. This philosophy became central to how she built her book launch team. As Rebecca learned more about the moving pieces required for a successful campaign, she became more intentional about who she wanted involved. She sought the best not in terms of prestige alone, but in terms of belief and commitment. She wanted people who would go to bat for her and advocate for the book with genuine enthusiasm. She noticed that some organizations that looked impressive on paper were not necessarily the right fit for her specific campaign. This led her to have extensive conversations with potential editors and publicists before making decisions. Rebecca developed a personal benchmark for evaluating partners. She paid attention to whether they were willing to apply the book's ideas within their own organizations. For her, that signaled authentic belief rather than surface level marketing support. When Simon and Schuster demonstrated early interest in implementing the book's learnings internally, it stood out as meaningful alignment. That commitment suggested they cared about the substance of the work, not just the promotional campaign. As the process unfolded, Rebecca realized that part of her job was learning what questions to ask. Each conversation with potential partners refined her understanding of what she needed. She became more deliberate about building the right bench of people around her. The team was not assembled all at once, but rather shaped through iterative learning and discernment. The launch ultimately reflected both her evolving standards and her commitment to surrounding herself with people who elevated the work. 12:12 Asking Better Questions & Going Asynchronous Robin highlights the tension between the voice of the book and the posture of a first time author entering a major publishing house. He notes that Best Meeting Ever encourages people to assert authority in meetings by asking about agendas, ownership, and structure. At the same time, Rebecca was entering conversations with an established publisher as a new author seeking partnership. The question becomes how to balance clarity and conviction with humility and openness. Robin frames it as showing up with operational authority while still saying you publish books and I want to work with you. Rebecca calls the question insightful and explains that tactically she relied heavily on asking questions. She describes herself as intentionally curious and even nosy because she did not yet know what she did not know. Rather than pretending to have answers, she used inquiry as a way to build authority through understanding. She asked questions asynchronously almost daily, emailing her agent and editor with anything that came to mind. This allowed her to learn the system while also signaling engagement and seriousness. Rebecca explains that most of the heavy lifting happened outside of meetings. By asking questions over email, she clarified information before stepping into synchronous time. Meetings were then reserved for ambiguity, decision making, and issues that required real time collaboration. As a result, the campaign involved very few meetings overall. She had a biweekly meeting with her core team and roughly monthly conversations with her editor. The rest of the coordination happened asynchronously, which aligned with her philosophy about effective meeting design. Rebecca jokes that one hidden benefit of writing a book on meetings is that everyone shows up more prepared and on time. She also felt internal pressure to model the behaviors she was advocating. The campaign therefore became a real world test of her ideas. She emphasizes that she is glad the launch was not meeting heavy and that it reflected the principles in the book. Robin shares a story about their initial connection through David Shackleford. During a short introductory call, he casually offered to spend time discussing book marketing strategies. Rebecca followed up, scheduled time, and took extensive notes during their conversation. After thanking him, she did not continue unnecessary follow up or prolonged discussion. Instead, she quietly implemented many of the practical strategies discussed. Robin later observed bulk sales, bundled speaking engagements, and structured purchase incentives that reflected disciplined execution. Robin emphasizes that generating ideas is relatively easy compared to implementing them. He connects this to Seth Godin's praise that the book is for people willing to do the work. The real difficulty lies not in brainstorming strategies but in consistently executing them. He describes watching Rebecca implement the plan as evidence that she practices what she preaches. Her hard work and disciplined follow through reinforced his confidence in the book before even reading it. Rebecca responds with gratitude and acknowledges that she took his advice seriously. She affirms that several actions she implemented were directly inspired by their conversation. At the same time, the tone remains grounded and collaborative rather than performative. The exchange illustrates her pattern of seeking input, synthesizing it, and then executing independently. Robin transitions toward the theme of self knowledge and its role in leadership and meetings. He connects Rebecca's disciplined execution to her awareness of her own strengths. The earlier theme resurfaces that she sees hard work and follow through as her superpower. The implication is that effective meetings and effective leadership both begin with understanding how you operate best. 17:48 Self-Knowledge at Work Robin shares that he knows he is motivated by carrots rather than sticks. He explains that praise energizes him and improves his performance more than criticism ever could. As a performer and athlete, he appreciates detailed notes and feedback, but encouragement is what unlocks his best work. He contrasts that with experiences like old school ballet training, where harsh discipline did not bring out his strengths. His point is that understanding how you are wired takes experience and reflection. Rebecca agrees that self knowledge is essential and ties it directly to motivation. She argues that the better you understand yourself, the more clearly you can articulate what drives you. Many people, especially early in their careers, do not pause to examine what truly motivates them. She notes that motivation is often intangible and not primarily monetary. For some people it is praise, for others criticism, learning, mastery, collaboration, or autonomy. She also emphasizes that motivation changes over time and shifts depending on organizational context. One of Rebecca's biggest lessons as a manager and contributor is the importance of codifying self knowledge. Writing down what motivates you and how you work best makes it easier to communicate those needs to others. She believes this explicitness is especially critical during times of change. When work is evolving quickly, assumptions about motivation can lead to disengagement. Making preferences visible reduces friction and prevents misalignment. Rebecca references a recent presentation she gave on the dangers of automating the soul of work. She and her mentor Bob Sutton have discussed how organizations risk stripping meaning from roles if they automate without discernment. She points to research showing that many AI startups are automating tasks people would prefer to keep human. The warning is that just because something can be automated does not mean it should be. Without understanding what makes work meaningful for employees, leaders can unintentionally remove the very elements that motivate people. Rebecca believes managers should create explicit user manuals for their team members. These documents outline how individuals prefer to communicate, what motivates them, and what their career aspirations are. She sees this as a practical leadership tool rather than a symbolic exercise. Referring back to these documents helps leaders guide their teams through uncertainty and change. When asked directly, she confirms that she has implemented this practice in previous roles and intends to do so again. When asked about the future of AI, Rebecca avoids making long term predictions. She observes that the most confident forecasters are often those with something to sell. Her shorter term view is that AI amplifies whatever already exists inside an organization. Strong workflows and cultures may improve, while broken systems may become more efficiently broken. She sees organizations over investing in technology while under investing in people and change management. As a result, productivity gains are appearing at the individual level but not consistently at the team or organizational level. Rebecca acknowledges that there is a possible future where AI creates abundance and healthier work life balance. However, she does not believe current evidence strongly supports that outcome in the near term. She does see promising examples of organizations using AI to amplify collaboration and cross functional work. These examples remain rare but signal that a more human centered future is possible. She is cautiously hopeful but not convinced that the most optimistic scenario will unfold automatically. Robin notes that time horizons for prediction have shortened dramatically. Rebecca agrees and says that six months feels like a reasonable forecasting window in the current environment. She observes that the best leaders are setting thresholds for experimentation and failure. Pilots and proofs of concept should fail at a meaningful rate if organizations are truly exploring. Shorter feedback loops allow organizations to learn quickly rather than over commit to fragile long term assumptions. Robin shares a formative story from growing up in his father's small engineering firm, where he was exposed early to office systems and processes. Later, studying in a Quaker community in Costa Rica, he experienced full consensus decision making. He recalls sitting through extended debates, including one about single versus double ply toilet paper. As a fourteen year old who would rather have been climbing trees in the rainforest, the meeting felt painfully misaligned with his energy. That experience contributed to his lifelong desire to make work and collaboration feel less draining and more intentional. The story reinforces the broader theme that poorly designed meetings can disconnect people from purpose and engagement. 28:31 Leadership vs. Tribal Instincts Rebecca explains that much of dysfunctional meeting behavior is rooted in tribal human instincts. People feel loyalty to the group and show up to meetings simply to signal belonging, even when the meeting is not meaningful. This instinct to attend regardless of value reinforces bloated calendars and performative participation. She argues that effective meeting design must actively counteract these deeply human tendencies. Without intentional structure, meetings default to social signaling rather than productive collaboration. Rebecca emphasizes that leadership plays a critical role in changing meeting culture Leaders must explicitly give employees permission to leave meetings when they are not contributing. They must also normalize asynchronous work as a legitimate and often superior alternative. Without that top down permission, employees will continue attending out of fear or habit. Meeting reform requires visible endorsement from those with authority. Power dynamics and pushing back without positional authority Robin reflects on the power of writing a book on meetings while still operating within a hierarchy. He asks how individuals without formal authority can challenge broken systems. Rebecca responds that there is no universal solution because outcomes depend heavily on psychological safety. In organizations with high trust, there is often broad recognition that meetings are ineffective and a desire to fix them. In lower trust environments, change must be approached more strategically and indirectly. Rebecca advises employees to lead with curiosity rather than confrontation. Instead of calling out a bad meeting, one might ask whether their presence is truly necessary. Framing the question around contribution rather than judgment reduces defensiveness. This approach lowers the emotional temperature and keeps the conversation constructive. Curiosity shifts the tone from personal critique to shared problem solving. In psychologically unsafe environments, Rebecca suggests shifting enforcement to systems rather than individuals. Automated rules such as canceling meetings without agendas or without sufficient confirmations can reduce personal friction. When technology enforces standards, it feels less like a personal attack. Codified rules provide employees with shared language and objective criteria. This reduces the perception that opting out is a rejection of the person rather than a rejection of the structure. Rebecca argues that every organization should have a clear and shared definition of what deserves to be a meeting. If five employees are asked what qualifies as a meeting, they should give the same answer. Without explicit criteria, decisions default to habit and hierarchy. Clear rules give employees confidence to push back constructively. Shared standards transform meeting participation from a personal negotiation into a procedural one. Rebecca outlines a two part test to determine whether a meeting should exist. First, the meeting must serve one of four purposes which are to decide, discuss, debate, or develop people. If it does not satisfy one of those four categories, it likely should not be a meeting. Even if it passes that test, it must also satisfy one of the CEO criteria. C refers to complexity and whether the issue contains enough ambiguity to require synchronous dialogue. E refers to emotional intensity and whether reading emotions or managing reactions is important. O refers to one way door decisions, meaning choices that are difficult or costly to reverse. Many organizational decisions are reversible and therefore do not justify synchronous time. Robin asks how small teams without advanced tech stacks can automate meeting discipline. Rebecca explains that many safeguards can be implemented with existing tools such as Google Calendar or simple scripts. Basic rules like requiring an agenda or minimum confirmations can be enforced through standard workflows. Not all solutions require advanced AI tools. The key is introducing friction intentionally to prevent low value meetings from forming. Rebecca notes that more advanced AI tools can measure engagement, multitasking, or participation. Some platforms now provide indicators of attention or involvement during meetings. While these tools are promising, they are not required to implement foundational meeting discipline. She cautions against over investing in shiny tools without first clarifying principles. Metrics are useful when they reinforce intentional design rather than replace it. Rebecca highlights a subtle risk of automation, particularly in scheduling. Tools can be optimized for the sender while increasing friction for recipients. Leaders should consider the system level impact rather than only individual efficiency. Productivity gains at the individual level can create hidden coordination costs for the team. Meeting automation should be evaluated through a collective lens. Rebecca distinguishes between intrusive AI bots that join meetings and simple transcription tools. She is cautious about bots that visibly attend meetings and distract participants. However, she supports consensual transcription when it enhances asynchronous follow up. Effective transcription can reduce cognitive load and free participants to engage more deeply. Used thoughtfully, these tools can strengthen collaboration rather than dilute it. 41:35 Maker vs. Manager: Balancing a Day Job with a Book Launch Robin shares an example from a webinar where attendees were asked for feedback via a short Bitly link before the session closed. He contrasts this with the ineffectiveness of "smiley face/frowny face" buttons in hotel bathrooms—easy to ignore and lacking context. The key is embedding feedback into the process in a way that's natural, timely, and comfortable for participants. Feedback mechanisms should be integrated, low-friction, and provide enough context for meaningful responses. Rebecca recommends a method inspired by Elise Keith called Roti—rating meetings on a zero-to-five scale based on whether they were worth attendees' time. She suggests asking this for roughly 10% of meetings to gather actionable insight. Follow-up question: "What could the organizer do to increase the rating by one point?" This approach removes bias, focuses on attendee experience, and identifies meetings that need restructuring. Splits in ratings reveal misaligned agendas or attendee lists and guide optimization. Robin imagines automating feedback requests via email or tools like Superhuman for convenience. Rebecca agrees and adds that simple forms (Google Forms, paper, or other methods) are effective, especially when anonymous. The goal is simplicity and consistency—given how costly meetings are, there's no excuse to skip feedback. Robin references Paul Graham's essay on maker vs. manager schedules and asks about Rebecca's approach to balancing writing, team coordination, and book marketing. Rebecca shares that 95% of her effort on the book launch was "making"—writing and outreach—thanks to a strong team handling management. She devoted time to writing, scrappy outreach, and building relationships, emphasizing giving without expecting reciprocation. The main coordination challenge was balancing her book work with her full-time job at Asana, requiring careful prioritization. Rebecca created a strict writing schedule inspired by her swimming discipline: early mornings, evenings, and weekends dedicated to writing. She prioritized her book and full-time work while maintaining family commitments. Discipline and clear prioritization were essential to manage competing but synergistic priorities. Robin asks about written vs. spoken communication, referencing Amazon's six-page memos and Zandr Media's phone-friendly quick syncs. Rebecca emphasizes that the answer depends on context but a strong written communication culture is essential in all organizations. Written communication supports clarity, asynchronous work, and complements verbal communication. It's especially important for distributed teams or virtual work. With AI, clear documentation allows better insights, reduces unnecessary content generation, and reinforces disciplined communication. 48:29 AI and the Craft of Writing Rebecca highlights that employees have varying learning preferences—introverted vs. extroverted, verbal vs. written. Effective communication systems should support both verbal and written channels to accommodate these differences. Rebecca's philosophy: writing is a deeply human craft. AI was not used for drafting or creative writing. AI supported research, coordination, tracking trends, and other auxiliary tasks—areas where efficiency is key. Human-led drafting, revising, and word choice remained central to the book. Robin praises Rebecca's use of language, noting it feels human and vivid—something AI cannot replicate in nuance or delight. Rebecca emphasizes that crafting every word, experimenting with phrasing, and tinkering with language is uniquely human. This joy and precision in writing is not replicable by AI and is part of what makes written communication stand out. Rebecca hopes human creativity in writing and oral communication remains valued despite AI advances. Strong written communication is increasingly differentiating for executive communicators and storytellers in organizations. AI can polish or mass-produce text, but human insight, nuance, and storytelling remain essential and career-relevant. Robin emphasizes the importance of reading, writing, and physical activities (like swimming) to reclaim attention from screens. These practices support deep human thinking and creativity, which are harder to replace with AI. Rebecca uses standard tools strategically: email (chunked and batched), Google Docs, Asana, Doodle, and Zoom. Writing is enhanced by switching platforms, fonts, colors, and physical locations—stimulating creativity and perspective. Physical context (plane, café, city) is strongly linked to breakthroughs and memory during writing. Emphasis is on how tools are enacted rather than which tools are used—behavior and discipline matter more than tech. Rebecca primarily recommends business books with personal relevance: Adam Grant's Give and Take – for relational insights beyond work. Bob Sutton's books – for broader lessons on organizational and personal effectiveness. Robert Cialdini's Influence – for understanding human behavior in both professional and personal contexts. Her selections highlight that business literature often offers universal lessons applicable beyond work. 59:48 Where to Find Rebecca The book is available at all major bookstores. Website: rebeccahinds.com LinkedIn: Rebecca Hinds  

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Wednesday, 11 February 2026   For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it. Matthew 16:25    “For whoever, if he may desire to save his soul, he will lose it. And whoever, if he may lose his soul because of Me, he will find it” (CG).   In the previous verse, Jesus said, “If any, he desires to come after Me, let him disown himself, and he took his cross, and he follows Me.” He now continues the sentiment, saying something similar to Matthew 10:39, “For whoever, if he may desire to save his soul, he will lose it.”   As in Matthew 10, the words seem paradoxical. The psuché, soul, was introduced in Matthew 2:20. It is derived from psucho, breath. The meaning is based on the context, and it can mean the breath of one's life, the seat of affection, the self, a human person, or an individual. The word corresponds to the Hebrew word nephesh.   Jesus is referring to the soul in two ways. The first is the physical humanity of the person. We want to live. It is natural. Animals will respond when their lives are threatened. People are the same. But death is inevitable for all things. Despite this fact, people continue to challenge death, seeking ways to evade it.   However, if a person spends all of his time focused on himself, he will wind up losing the soul he possesses. In this case, it refers to the part of humans that will continue on after death. It is the part that will someday face God for judgment. Jesus next says, “And whoever, if he may lose his soul because of Me, he will find it.”   Jesus mentioned a person taking up his cross and following Him. A cross is an instrument of death. To take up one's cross means that death may be ahead for that person. However, for the person who follows this path, it means that he will find life through Christ. This is the main subject that has been discussed, meaning, “Who is Jesus?”   Peter rightly answered that Jesus is the Messiah. Therefore, a part of the role of being the Messiah is granting life to His people. But it must transcend this earthly life if the people are bearing a cross while following Him. Referring to the thought in Matthew 10 is needed –   “The ‘having found his soul,' he will lose it, and the ‘having lost his soul' because of Me, he will find it.” Matthew 10:39   With that remembered, the structure of Jesus' words in Matthew 16 can be evaluated –   *If any, he desires to come after Me, let him disown himself, +and he took his cross, ^and he follows Me.   *For whoever, if he may desire to save his soul, he will lose it. +And whoever, if he may lose his soul ^because of Me, he will find it.   Jesus directly equates coming after Him to that person saving his soul. He also equates taking his cross with losing his soul (meaning the earthly life he lives). But in following Him with his cross, the person will find his soul (meaning his eternal life). The similarity to Matthew 10 is more readily apparent when the structure is rightly understood.   To find one's soul refers to self-preservation in this life, something that will not obtain eternal life. However, to lose one's soul, and act of pursuing God in Christ, will obtain the desired outcome.   Of course, these things must be taken in the context of Jesus' audience and what it means to be Jesus the Christ. He will go to His cross in Jerusalem. There on the cross, He will die. Pursuing Jesus will no longer mean what it meant. Rather, to look to the cross of Christ in faith is what the epistles proclaim leads to life, meaning eternal life.   With the boxes aligned and in considering all things in their proper dispensation, the matter of what Jesus is referring to is clear and without contradiction.   Life application: Peter admonished Jesus inappropriately. But because he did, we have the words of Jesus' response to him, along with His continued words to the others, to more fully instruct us on what His mission was.   Remember, these men heard Jesus' words. They saw His miracles. They walked with Jesus and learned from Him. And yet, when He was crucified, they lost hope, having completely misunderstood what He came to do.   His mission was not to redeem Israel for their glorification among the nations. His mission was to redeem them from sin so that they could be glorified in the presence of God. Sin is the problem. It is a problem that was not and will not be corrected through animal sacrifices.   Those things only pointed to what Jesus would do. Israel still has not learned this lesson. The apostles and disciples did, but only after His work was complete. Israel is going to go back to temple worship and animal sacrifices.   This is not glorifying of God. Coming to Jesus is. With that in mind, and because Israel has the knowledge of the truth, even though they rejected it, what does that mean for them? Hebrews explains it –   “For if we sin willfully after we have received the knowledge of the truth, there no longer remains a sacrifice for sins, 27 but a certain fearful expectation of judgment, and fiery indignation which will devour the adversaries. 28 Anyone who has rejected Moses' law dies without mercy on the testimony of two or three witnesses. 29 Of how much worse punishment, do you suppose, will he be thought worthy who has trampled the Son of God underfoot, counted the blood of the covenant by which he was sanctified a common thing, and insulted the Spirit of grace?” Hebrews 10:26-29   Until Israel is willing to come to Jesus, they will not save their soul. The words of Jesus are to individuals, but they also are a truth presented to Israel to hear and understand.   Lord God, thank You that we have Jesus to free us from sin's consequences. We pray for the nation of Israel today. They know what Christians believe, but they have rejected that message. May many eyes be opened as they continue to reject the only hope of salvation available to humanity. Amen.

Ken and Anthony discuss a podcast appearance from Shedeur Sanders where he pushed back on the idea of his fans being a cult, and they argue whether or not it's time to stop using that term for fans of the Sanders family.

Children intuitively know that this world is amazing and amazing things happen in it all the time. Even kids in tough circumstances, any of you who's ever been around a kid going through a really, really hard time, they still know, and they will instinctively default to celebrating the goodness of this world. They feel called to it. It's like an obligation. They see this celebration as the work to which they have been called.   Just a little side note on the on the child in my house that decided to dig the holes in the middle of the grass. Before the whole digging hole event thing, my wife had actually come to this child and asked this child, "Would you like to go to Chick-fil-A and celebrate the grand reopening of Chick-fil-A?" To which the child responded, "No." And I quote, "Because he had a lot of work to do.” Referring of course to this project of digging holes just for the sheer joy of digging holes.  

What if you didn't have to chase leads, post nonstop, or feel awkward asking for referrals… because your clients were already talking about you? In this episode of Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust, we're diving into relationship marketing—the secret weapon travel agents can use to create consistent referrals and repeat business without burnout. Travel is emotional. It's memorable. And when you learn how to intentionally nurture client relationships before, during, and after the trip, referrals stop being random and start becoming predictable. If you're a travel advisor who wants: More word-of-mouth referralsStronger client loyaltyA business that grows because people love working with you This episode is for you. ⏱️ Episode Breakdown & Talking Points [00:00] Welcome to Passports, Profits & Pixie Dust Why relationship marketing matters more than ever in the travel industryThe difference between chasing leads and building relationships [03:00] What Relationship Marketing Really Means for Travel Agents Why travel advisors are perfectly positioned for relationship-based growthThe booking is not the finish line—it's the beginningBecoming “their travel person” vs. just a booking agent [08:00] Why Referrals Don't Happen by Accident The biggest myth about referralsWhy happy clients still don't always referThe emotional triggers behind referrals (hint: it's not price) [13:00] The 4 Relationship Marketing Touchpoints That Create Referrals The Booking Experience – setting the tone and building trustThe Pre-Trip Relationship – managing peace of mind, not just logisticsDuring & After Travel Follow-Up – standing out when others go silentThe Ongoing Relationship – staying top-of-mind long after the trip [25:00] How to Get Referrals Without Feeling Salesy Why “asking” feels awkward—and what to do insteadSimple, natural language that invites referralsHow authenticity beats scripts every time [32:00] Final Takeaways & Action Step Why stronger relationships = easier marketingOne simple action to take this week to spark referralsBuilding a travel business that grows with heart ✨ Key Takeaways for Travel Agents Referrals are built through experience + emotion, not luckRelationship marketing creates repeat clients and word-of-mouth growthConsistent follow-up is more powerful than constant contentClients want to help you—when you make it easy and genuine

The man who killed former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was given an indefinite prison term on Wednesday for the fatal shooting with a homemade gun in the western Japan city of Nara in 2022. Referring to Yamagami's background, the ruling said, "he became unable to find a haven within the family" after his mother became a follower of the controversial religious group known as the Unification Church.Presiding Judge Shinichi Tanaka suggested that the motive claimed was irrational, stating, “It cannot be said that his background had a great impact.” During the trial, the defence argued that, given Yamagami's troubled background related to the controversial religious group Unification Church, with which Abe allegedly had ties, his sentence should be no more than 20 years. Defendant Tetsuya Yamagami, 45, plans to decide next week whether to appeal his sentence. Yoshihide Sakurai, a specially appointed professor of sociology of religion at Hokkaido University, who attended the trial as a defense witness, said after meeting with Yamagami on Thursday, that Yamagami appeared to have expected a long prison sentence and did not express dissatisfaction with the verdict. Episode notes: ‘Judge in Ex-PM Abe Trial Says of Killer: “It cannot be said that his background had a great impact”': https://barrierfreejapan.com/2026/01/21/judge-in-ex-pm-abe-trial-says-of-killer-it-cannot-be-said-that-his-background-had-a-great-impact/

 We are holding our government officials accountable.” Referring to the shooting as the ninth incident since September, she questioned, “Where is the justice these victims and their families deserve?”The incident has drawn scrutiny, with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Vance maintaining that the agent acted in self-defense, claiming Good threatened him with her vehicle.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse, we took a deep dive into Walmart with Finovate's very own Julie Muhn. We started with Walmart's bold move to apply for an ILC charter in 2005, their foray into fintech with OnePay, and the wide array of services they now provide beyond retail. The conversation explored Walmart's integration of emerging technologies like AI and agentic commerce, as well as potential future developments and implications for traditional banks in retaining customer loyalty and trust in an increasingly digital financial landscape.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:07 Walmart's Evolution in Financial Services02:43 Walmart's Super App Ambitions03:41 Walmart's Diverse Service Offerings07:15 Challenges and Limitations of Walmart's App11:01 Agentic Commerce and Future Prospects18:31 Behavioral Data and Consumer Trust26:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Join us as we sit down with Darryl Turner, sharing his game-changing insights into sales strategies, the power of relationship building, and how to turn non-referring agents into valuable partners. Whether you're a title professional navigating today's challenging market or simply looking to refine your sales skills, this episode is packed with actionable advice, so dive in!   What you'll learn from this episode The concept of "Duplication Revelation" and how it can revolutionize your sales strategy Why non-referring agents (NDCs) represent a significant growth opportunity Strategies to handle objections and overcome client loyalty to competitors How to build stronger relationships with clients to improve retention Tips for thriving in a down market by shifting your mindset and goals   Resources mentioned in this episode Uncommon Sense by Darryl Turner | Paperback, Hardcover, and Kindle Time Traps by Todd Duncan | Paperback, Hardcover, and Kindle The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John C. Maxwell | Paperback, Hardcover, and Kindle Blue Ocean Strategy by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne | Paperback, Hardcover, and Kindle The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber | Paperback and Kindle   Join industry leaders for two days of game-changing strategies, proven sales techniques, and powerful growth insights at the Title Sales Mastery 2026! Seats are limited—secure yours today at https://darrylturner.com/tsm26/   About Darryl TurnerDarryl Turner left his corporate position to start The Darryl Turner Corporation in 1994. Passionate about training and helping people become their best selves, Darryl knew he could develop a larger footprint, and a successful sales force beyond the sector he currently served. Within his first year of operation, Darryl found success in the title industry and continued to develop his presence through the results and testimonies of some of the most influential within the industry.   Connect with Darryl Website: Darryl Turner Corporation LinkedIn: Darryl Turner   Connect With UsLove what you're hearing? Don't miss an episode! Follow us on our social media channels and stay connected. Explore more on our website: www.alltechnational.com/podcast Stay updated with our newsletter: www.mochoumil.com Follow Mo on LinkedIn: Mo Choumil Stop waiting on underwriter emails or callbacks—TitleGPT.ai gives you instant, reliable answers to your title questions. Whether it's underwriting, compliance, or tricky closings, the information you need is just a click away. No more delays—work smarter, close faster. Try it now at www.TitleGPT.ai. Closing more deals starts with more appointments. At Alltech National Title, our inside sales team works behind the scenes to fill your pipeline, so you can focus on building relationships and closing business. No more cold calling—just real opportunities. Get started at AlltechNationalTitle.com. Extra hands without extra overhead—that's Safi Virtual. Our trained virtual assistants specialize in the title industry, handling admin work, client communication, and data entry so you can stay focused on closing deals. Scale smarter and work faster at SafiVirtual.com.

In this episode of One Vision — FinTech Fuse, we took a deep dive into Walmart with Finovate's very own Julie Muhn. We started with Walmart's bold move to apply for an ILC charter in 2005, their foray into fintech with OnePay, and the wide array of services they now provide beyond retail. The conversation explored Walmart's integration of emerging technologies like AI and agentic commerce, as well as potential future developments and implications for traditional banks in retaining customer loyalty and trust in an increasingly digital financial landscape.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:07 Walmart's Evolution in Financial Services02:43 Walmart's Super App Ambitions03:41 Walmart's Diverse Service Offerings07:15 Challenges and Limitations of Walmart's App11:01 Agentic Commerce and Future Prospects18:31 Behavioral Data and Consumer Trust26:23 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

"Referring patients to audiology early on has shown dramatic reduction in hearing loss or complications because the audiologist can really see where were they at before they started chemotherapy, where were they at during, if they get an audiogram during their treatment. And then after treatment, it's really important for them to see an audiologist because this is really a survivorship journey for them. And as nurses, the 'so what': We are the first line of defense," ONS member Jennessa Rooker, PhD, RN, OCN®, director of nursing excellence at the Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute in Florida, told Jaime Weimer, MSN, RN, AGCNS-BS, AOCNS®, manager of oncology nursing practice at ONS, during a conversation about ototoxicity in cancer care. Music Credit: "Fireflies and Stardust" by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0  Earn 0.5 contact hours of nursing continuing professional development (NCPD) by listening to the full recording and completing an evaluation at courses.ons.org by January 9, 2027. The planners and faculty for this episode have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose. ONS is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Learning outcome: Learners will report an increase in knowledge related to the management of ototoxicity after chemotherapy treatment. Episode Notes  Complete this evaluation for free NCPD.  ONS Podcast™ Cancer Symptom Management Basics series ONS Voice articles: Oncology Drug Reference Sheet: Cisplatin Oncology Drug Reference Sheet: Carboplatin Oncology Drug Reference Sheet: Oxaliplatin FDA Approves Sodium Thiosulfate for Cisplatin-Associated Ototoxicity in Pediatric Patients ONS book: Clinical Manual for the Oncology Advanced Practice Nurse (fourth edition) American Cancer Society resources: 4 Causes of Hearing Problems for Cancer Survivors Cancer Survivors Network American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Hearing Loss: An Under-Recognized Side Effect of Cancer Treatment Embedded Ear Care: Audiology on the Cancer Treatment Team American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting abstract: Innovative Infusion Center Assessments of Chemotherapy-Induced Neurotoxicities: A Pilot Study Supporting Early and Routine Screenings as Part of Survivorship Programs Children's Oncology Group supportive care endorsed guideline: Prevention of Cisplatin-Induced Ototoxicity in Children and Adolescents With Cancer: A Clinical Practice Guideline Ear and Hearing article: Roadmap to a Global Template for Implementation of Ototoxicity Management for Cancer Treatment International Ototoxicity Management Group (IOMG) IOMG Wikiversity page Shoebox hearing assessments World Health Organization initiative: Make Listening Safe To discuss the information in this episode with other oncology nurses, visit the ONS Communities. To find resources for creating an ONS Podcast club in your chapter or nursing community, visit the ONS Podcast Library. To provide feedback or otherwise reach ONS about the podcast, email pubONSVoice@ons.org. Highlights From This Episode "At different pitches, the eardrums move faster or slower, signaling the inner ear, or the cochlea—the thing that looks like a snail in the pictures. The cochlea has fluid and hair cells inside of it that receive movements from the eardrum. The hair cells change the movement into electrical signals that actually go to the auditory nerves or the cranial nerve VIII." TS 2:15 "Ototoxicity is an umbrella term for some sort of exposure to a toxin that causes damage to the inner ear. These toxins can be in the environment, such as loud or different noises, or they can be from medications, including antibiotics or commonly cancer treatments, such as radiation chemotherapy. Some common chemotherapies can be platinum-based chemotherapies like cisplatin or carboplatin. And then what patients are experiencing if they have ototoxicity can be hearing loss." TS 3:15 "The hypothesized mechanism of action is that the chemicals like the platinum compound in cisplatin … that platinum compound travels through our bloodstream. Since chemotherapy is systemic, it'll go to the inner ear, and it gets stuck there by binding to the cellular DNA in that cochlea, or that snail-looking image. That initiates the release of the reactive oxygen species, which are really trying to help clean it out, but releases such high levels that it ends up causing damage to those inner ear hairs. These inner ear hairs cannot regenerate themselves, so then they're permanently damaged. And remember we said that those hairs send electrical signals to the brain that recognize sound. So that function is permanently gone once those hair cells are damaged." TS 7:10 "I definitely think this is a huge interdisciplinary collaborative effort. As nurses and advanced providers, we're assessing and providing education. Our medical oncologists are doing those dose modifications and submitting those audiology referrals. The radiation oncologists are very important to know about this—maybe dose localization awareness. Maybe they do some changes with the doses. And then our audiologists and [ear, nose, and throat physicians], they can do that diagnostic confirmation and any rehabilitation measurements and really monitor them throughout their journey as well. And nurse navigators play a huge part in making sure those patients get those referrals, because a lot of the time the audiologists aren't in the cancer clinic, so they may have to go to another location or may need help coordinating with all their appointments that they have." TS 22:28 "We had a really innovative way of monitoring the hearing that a couple other studies have also tested. It's a remote point-of-care hearing screen. It was on [a tablet] with calibrated headphones. And then it's a paid-for subscription to an audiology testing platform. … Myself, along with a couple of other nurses, were trained how to use this testing device with the tablet and the headphones and the software program. And it was a quick down-and-dirty portable hearing assessment for patients. So anyone who was new to cisplatin, never gotten cisplatin treatment before, was enrolled into the study, and they received a hearing test every time that they came for chemo, and we gave it to them during their hydration." TS 28:59  

Send me a question or story!Recurrent infections can be so difficult in our allergic patients. Learn how to minimize severity of frequency of pyoderma on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!1. Work up the underlying allergies2. Support the skin barrier3. Adjust topical therapy accordingly4. Recognize historical patterns5. Refer to a dermatologist early in the disease00:00 – Intro02:24 – Working up the underlying allergies04:53 – Support the skin barrier07:36 – Adjust your topical therapy accordingly10:27 – Recognize historical patterns13:02 – Referring these patients early13:56 – Overview14:32 – Outro

For busy leaders who want growth without the burn The bottom line Modern sales is not about hunting trophies. It is about helping customers make good decisions. Sometimes that decision is not you. That is not weakness, it is credibility. If sales feels combative, high churn is the price you are paying. Why this matters Boiler room tactics and hire-fast-fire-faster cultures look productive until you check the retention numbers. Low trust, internal conflict and customers who regret buying are all symptoms of the same thing. You can hit target while quietly eroding the business. That is what going broke on the instalment plan looks like. The rules of sustainable selling 1. Always tell the truth Lies compound. You stop selling and start managing fiction. Everyone loses, including your future self. 2. Serve everybody Service is not closing at all costs. It is pointing people in the right direction, even when that direction leads elsewhere. Referring a bad fit to a competitor can be the most profitable decision you make. 3. Make things easier Remove friction. Psychological, commercial, procedural. Buyers do not need pressure, they need clarity. What leaders should pay attention to Know your Anti-ICP Not every customer is worth having. Some drain time, energy and morale, then leave unhappy anyway. The courage to say no early protects margin and culture. Risk beats reassurance Ken shares how a 30-day performance guarantee removed buyer risk so completely that a physical showroom became unnecessary for 16 years. When risk disappears, hesitation follows. Self-awareness is not optional When a deal derails, the common factor is often the seller's own reactions, assumptions or emotional immaturity. Sales capability without self-control is a liability. Radical transparency works Glass walls, literal or metaphorical, show customers how you operate when no one is watching. Executive buyers spot theatre instantly. They trust what feels calm, open and boringly consistent. The bigger picture Your job is not to be the hero. It is to help the customer become one. When buyers feel safe, informed and respected, loyalty follows. Sustainable revenue is a by-product, not the goal. Resources mentioned Book: Selling Sustainably: The Ethics of Decision Facilitation by Ken Ward Concepts: The Trust Equation by Charlie Green, Relational Emotive Behavioural Therapy by Dr Albert Ellis Connect: www.educarlabs.com or find Ken Ward on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenneth-ward-1761016/        

What does comprehensive treatment planning look like, and how can specialists and general dentists design it together? In this episode, Dr. Grant Stucki sits down with Florida general dentist and educator Dr. Vic Martel to unpack the ins and outs of comprehensive treatment planning. Dr. Martel explains why many dentists were never taught comprehensive planning in dental school, how this leads to a reactive mindset, and why slowing down to assess occlusion, periodontal health, joints, and restorative needs as a whole improves outcomes for patients and practices. Together, they explore real-world barriers and practical solutions to comprehensive treatment planning and the importance of surgeon-led education and interdisciplinary planning. Dr. Martel shares how he runs new-patient exams and builds trust with patients while coordinating with specialists. He also explains how investing in your referral network can help a practice grow and how a thoughtful, comprehensive treatment plan makes life easier for everyone on the team. Tune in now!Key Points From This Episode:Comprehensive treatment planning and why many dentists are underprepared.The difference between “tooth fixer” dentistry and being a “physician of the mouth.”Learn how comprehensive treatment planning benefits patients and practices.Find out about the biggest barriers to comprehensive treatment planning. How comprehensive planning impacts case acceptance, treatment, and patient outcomes.Hear how generalists and specialists can work together to design a comprehensive plan. Explore the history behind grand rounds and why it is an effective educational tool.Important considerations around implant solutions and the risk of removal. He shares his comprehensive dental exam setup and his overall approach. Discover how shared plans improve coordination, referrals, and patient confidence.Final takeaways and why dentists should focus on educating their referral network.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Dr. Victor Martel on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-martel-dmd-91431922/ Dr. Victor Martel on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/drvicmartel/ Dr. Victor Martel Email Address — martelacademy@gmail.com Dr. Victor Martel Phone Number — 561 602 7222 Martel Academy — https://martelacademy.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Have you ever had a client who started seeing a Dermatologist and you became upset at that decision? Have you referred your client to a Dermatologist and felt like the client wasn't getting what they needed from said derm? This discussion will open your eyes to this continuous argument about our perspective. Welcome to the Stephanie Laynes Institute Beauty Business Podcast, where expertise meets entrepreneurship! Join us as we delve into the dynamic world of the business of esthetics with licensed esthetician, Stephanie Laynes. Stephanie, a seasoned professional in the beauty industry, brings her wealth of knowledge and experience to the forefront, sharing valuable insights, tips, and trends that every esthetician can use in their business. Click here to take my FREE Communication Masterclass Join my IG Broadcast Group HERE Enroll in the SLI Online Esthetician School for only $30 a month that includes the MONEY PODCAST, advanced esthetic education, business tips & more! Click here: Cost Per Service Worksheet from Angela Green, join the app to get access & pay! ***Stephanie's Favorite Things:*** Payroll App Esthetician Insurance Esthetician Gameplan: Pay Myself Workbook Smooth Skin Supply LLC Wholesale Website Follow Stephanie Laynes on socials: Instagram Facebook Tik Tok Youtube

Sunday, 4 January 2026   But He answered and said, “It is not good to take the children's bread and throw it to the little dogs.” Matthew 15:26   “And answering, He said, ‘It is not good to take the children's bread and cast to the puppies'” (CG).   In the previous verse, the Canaanite woman came to Jesus and worshiped Him and asked Him to help her. Following this, Matthew records, “And answering, He said, ‘It is not good to take the children's bread and cast to the puppies.'”   A new word is seen, kunarion, a diminutive form of kuón, a dog. Thus, it refers to a puppy. The word is found only four times. All four are in the same account found in Matthew and Mark. According to the Law of Moses, a dog is an unclean animal in regard to dietary restrictions.   It does not logically follow that dogs are unclean and not to be associated with, apart from those dietary laws. If that were true, those of Israel could not ride on donkeys, horses, mules, or camels. Therefore, equating a dog to something inherently unclean is not something to be found in Jesus' words.   Further, Jesus' words about casting the bread of the children to the puppies are not devaluing the woman at all. It is simply a truth that Jesus, the Bread of Life, was sent to the house of Israel, not to the Gentiles.   And that brings up the obvious metaphor used in the Hebrew Scriptures of Caleb. His name means Dog. He is used typologically as a picture of the Gentiles every time he is mentioned. Likewise, in Judges 7:5, the dog is used again typologically referring to Gentiles –   “So he brought the people down to the water. And the Lord said to Gideon, ‘Everyone who laps from the water with his tongue, as a dog laps, you shall set apart by himself; likewise everyone who gets down on his knees to drink.'” Judges 7:5   In that seemingly cryptic passage, the focus is not on how the lapping is conducted but on which animal did the lapping, the dog. The dog, anticipating Gentiles in Scripture, is thus typologically equated in that story to the fact that Gentiles during the church age will lap up the water (the word, Christ, the Spirit, etc.), meaning by faith. They reflect those who will engage in the spiritual battle that Israel failed to accept at the coming of Christ.   Jesus' words here do not speak in a derogatory manner. Rather, there is the matter of priority. God covenanted with Israel. Therefore, Jesus' ministry was to be focused on the House of Israel. Only after they rejected Jesus would the Gentiles become the focus of God's ongoing redemptive narrative.   Life application: It has been said that the actions of Jesus toward this Canaanite woman show a flippant, derogatory attitude toward Gentiles. The exact opposite is the case. Referring to a group of people by their nature is simply a way of making people understand a particular point about them. This is as common as threads in a weaving factory.   Throughout the Bible, the names of people groups are identified by the things they do, the places they live, or certain characteristics they possess. This is true in both testaments. Instead of finding offense in such things, we should try to discover why the name of a person or a people group identifies them in such a way.   By doing this, we will understand more about their nature and how God and other people groups perceive them. Further, when we understand these things, we can then understand how they and their names anticipate other things typologically. The entire Old Testament is filled with typology, anticipating other truths that are realized in Jesus Christ, His church, the future state of Israel, the dispensations of time, and so forth.   The only thing that is derogatory about the account of Jesus and this Canaanite woman is how people misuse it for various reasons. However, in understanding how God views the Gentiles, using the dog as a metaphor for them, and then in understanding the noble traits of the dog, we find that God is actually exalting the Gentiles, placing them in a preeminent position in Scripture.   While Israel failed to accept Jesus, the dogs of the world, the Gentile people, have been lapping up the spiritual truths of the word, faithfully following their Master, eagerly awaiting His return, and doggedly defending His house until He returns. Hooray for the dog! For a wonderful, short look at the dog, check out this song by Wendy J Francisco: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H17edn_RZoY&list=RDH17edn_RZoY&start_radio=1   Lord God, Your creation reflects You in such wonderful ways. You created the dog, which is faithful, loving, infinitely patient, and always forgiving when we return to it. Thank You for what we can learn about You when we consider our pet dogs.  Amen.

In this interview I am once again joined by Dr Ben Joffe, anthropologist, occultist, and scholar practitioner of Tibetan Buddhism. Ben reveals the industry convention of guru ghostwriting in which spiritual teachers employ one or a team of writers to produce their dharma books, explains his collaborative process with Nida Chenagtsang on their latest Vajrayana book, and sheds light on his own editorial process. Ben discusses whether a scholar should have practice experience before translating religious texts, considers whether historical inaccuracies debunk the spiritual value of Buddhist scriptures, and raises questions about the origin of terma treasure texts. Ben also compares the Yuthok Nyinthig retreat format to the Abramelin Ritual of Western Occultism, details the signs of success in tantric practice, and shares Yuthok's promise to appear in bodily form to practitioners with sufficient devotion and attainment. … Video version: https://www.guruviking.com/podcast/ep337-guru-ghostwriting-tantric-retreat-dr-ben-joffe Also available on Youtube, iTunes, & Spotify – search ‘Guru Viking Podcast'. … Topics include: 00:00 - Intro 01:12 - Ghostwriting for gurus 08:03 - Lamas often don't write their books 10:24 - Ben's editorial process 18:32 - Is guru ghostwriting a dirty secret? 19:17 - Vajrayana jargon vs a felt sense 29:56 - What is a scholar practitioner? 37:39 - Ben's retreat experiences 41:13 - Did Yuthok the Elder really exist? 50:06 - Anachronisms and retroactive attribution in Tibetan historiography 51:57 - Origins of the Tibetan medical tantras (rgyud bzhi) 58:08 - Terma treasure texts: mystical revelation or an editorial process? 01:02:08 - Why have Western scholars been hesitant to question terma texts? 01:05:04 - Does critical scholarship debunk Buddhism? 01:10:55 - Medicine Buddha ex machina 01:12:45 - Referring out 01:13:24 - Encountering Yuthok vs the Holy Guardian Angel in the Abramelin Ritual 01:20:10 - Special 7-day Yuthok ngondro 01:24:10 - Is Yuthok Nyingthig the best tantric system? 01:28:27 - The power of aspiration prayers 01:30:53 - How long does it take to become fully enlightened? 01:33:51 - Practice according to number, time, or signs 01:34:54 - Mythic resonance of lineage 01:36:33 - Signs of spiritual progress 01:41:35 - Ben comments on the Abramelin Ritual 01:43:59 - Sumton's Yeshe Zung's devotional prayer 01:46:50 - Yuthok as a Mighty Dead 01:48:47 - Do Yuthok's promises cause ego inflation and delusion? 01:52:09 - Verifying dreams and spiritual signs 01:58:26 - How to connect with spiritual blessings 02:05:09 - What are blessings? 02:06:32 - Spiritual signs in the Jesuit tradition 02:08:49 - Ngondro as a hazing 02:10:55 - Do people expect to encounter Yuthok at Dr Nida's retreats? 02:15:38 - Dr Nida's approach vs traditional contexts 02:21:00 - Typical student profile and outcomes 02:29:28 - Permissive approach to tantric vows 02:32:37 - Pros and cons of laissez-faire tantric practice 02:33:28 - Charismatic founder stage 
… Previous episodes with Dr Ben Joffe: - https://www.guruviking.com/search?q=joffe Previous episodes with Dr Nida Chenagtsang: - https://www.guruviking.com/search?q=nida 
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In this episode of The Bug Bux Podcast, host Allan Draper sits down with Reagan Nickl, Vice President of Customer Success at Ask Nicely, to talk about one of the most overlooked growth levers in the pest control industry: customer experience.While many PCOs are focused on marketing, advertising, and new customer acquisition, Reagan shares why the smartest companies are investing their energy in retention, reviews, and referrals. Drawing from her experience helping home service brands across the country, she explains how to build a repeatable “referral flywheel” that turns happy customers into loyal advocates.Allan and Reagan dive into the systems behind a world-class customer experience, how to collect feedback in real time, close the loop with unhappy customers, and empower technicians to create “wow” moments on every service visit. They also unpack how to use customer data to coach teams, boost morale, and make better business decisions.Reagan introduces Ask Nicely's CARTG framework, breaking down the five pillars of CX success:Collect: Capture feedback consistently and automaticallyAct: Respond quickly and personally to customer inputRecognize: Celebrate your top-performing technicians and teamsTrain: Turn feedback into coaching and development opportunitiesGrow: Use positive feedback to fuel reviews and referralsWhether you're a small operator looking to improve retention or a multi-location company aiming to scale customer experience, this conversation will help you shift your mindset from chasing new leads to building long-term loyalty.

Fearless Agent Coach & Founder Bob Loeffler shares his insights on How to Make Even More Money by Referring Out Your Buyers and how it's making his Fearless Agent Coaching Students rich! Fearless Agent Coaching is the Highest Results Producing Real Estate Sales Training and Coaching Program in the Industry and we can prove it will work for you if it's a good fit! Call us today at 480-385-8810 to see if it may be  good fit for you! Telephone Prospecting for Realtors means Cold Calling, Door knocking, Calling for Sale By Owners, Calling Expired Listings, Calling your Sphere of Influence, Farming, Holding Open Houses, but Fearless Agent Coaching Students di all of these completely differently and get massively better results! Find out how! Listen in each week as Bob gives an overview and explains the big ideas behind making big money as a Fearless Agent! If you are earning less selling real estate than you wish you were, and you're open to the idea of having some help, We are here for you! You will never again be in a money making situation with a Buyer, Seller or Investor and not have the right words! You will be very confident! You will be a Fearless Agent! Call Bob anytime for more information about Fearless Agent Coaching for Agents, Fearless Agent Recruiting Training for Broker/Owners, or hiring Bob as a Speaker for your next Event! Call today 480-385-8810 - or go to https://fearlessagent.com Telephone Prospecting for Realtors means Cold Calling, Door knocking, Calling for Sale By Owners, Calling Expired Listings, Calling your Sphere of Influence, Farming, Holding Open Houses, Spin Selling, but Fearless Agent Coaching Students do all of these completely differently and get massively better results! Find out how! Are You an Owner of a Real Estate Company - need help Recruiting Producing Agents - Call today! 480-385-8810 and go to FearlessAgentRecruiting.com and watch our Recruiting Video Real Estate Coaching training Real estate training real estate coaching real estate speaker real estate coach real estate sales sales training realtor realtor training realtor coach realtor coaching realtor sales coaching realtor recruiting real estate agent real estate broker realtor prospecting real estate prospecting prospecting for listings calling expired listings calling for sale by owners realtor success Best Realtor Coach Best Real Estate Coach Spin SellingSupport the show: https://fearlessagent.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Download the 5 Secrets to Unleashing Your Meditation Magic Now  https://womensmeditationnetwork.com/5secrets What Deep Presence Looks Like and the Magical Impact it Has  Eckhart Tolle said, "Most humans are never fully present in the now, because unconsciously they believe that the next moment must be more important than this one. But then you miss your whole life, which is never not now.” We all know the importance of being fully present. But what does deep presence actually look like?  Meet my Auntie MaryAnn… A mother of 5, a grandmother of 10, a lover of all animals, MaryAnn is a special blend of love I've rarely experienced.  “Katie!” She exclaimed when I saw her last week on a trip my family and I took to hang with her daughter (and one of my closest friends) Jackie. “I'm so kitzeled to spend time with you tomorrow!” Referring to our scheduled walk the three of us would take the next day.  She went on to explain, “kitzeled in Jewish means everything inside of me is bursting with excitement to see you!”  I melted a bit in that moment as I blinked away a few happy tears.  To be seen as that important to someone felt like a warm bear hug.  When was the last time you felt that?  When was the last time you made someone else feel that?  The next day, Auntie MaryAnn arrived at the house and as Jackie's daughter rounded the corner of the hall and saw her grandma, her eyes lit up and her smile spread wide across her face. “Grandma!” She said as the two embraced.  Everything inside of her was bursting with excitement to see her granddaughter too.  And her granddaughter felt it.  She felt seen and loved.  Our walk began and my aunt told us stories and asked us about our lives. She listened intensely, open and curious, slow to respond so as to make sure we had the space to share anything we needed to.  She was the embodiment of presence.    When she did respond, she spoke words of encouragement and wisdom.  I felt seen and loved.  By the end of our time together, I turned to her and said, “Auntie MaryAnn, you have a gift for making a person feel like they're the only person who exists in the world.”  She smiled in the knowing way loving, wise women do and hugged me. “I love you, and I'm so proud of you.” She whispered in my ear.  The tears rose in my eyes immediately and my throat locked up. Something deep within me healed in that moment. And she was the angel who healed it.  Just because she saw me. Just because she was present with me.  The Impact of Deep Presence I'll be the first to admit that I can get caught up in the rush of life. There's work to do, animals to feed, dishes to put away, clothes to wash and a constant movement to the days.  But then my daughter taps on my side and looks at me with her beautiful chocolate eyes and asks, “Mom, can we dance?” She pulls me back into the present moment and reminds me that life is lived right now.   I lose myself in the motion of our dance and when our eyes lock, I can see the same warmth spread through her the same way it did through me when Auntie MaryAnn was present with me.  I see her. And she feels it.  How do you feel when you are seen?  When someone's full attention is in the present moment with you?  What heals inside of you?  What possibilities arise?  How much deeper do your roots grow?  How much more sun is in your sky?  The impact of presence is that the love that connects us flows freely and abundantly.  Without ego.  Without urgency.  For us to give. For us to receive.  And in this flow, we become a little more brave to be fully ourselves. And isn't that the whole point?  Today, I propose you take a lesson from my Auntie MaryAnn and show up to a conversation, a moment, or an interaction with your full attention.  With openness and curiosity and a whole lotta kitzel.  Just see what it creates  Love,  Katie To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump has revived his criticism of Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker over crime, and Pritzker has fired back by blasting Trump over Thanksgiving dinner prices. The president spoke at the annual Thanksgiving Turkey Pardoning outside the White House Tuesday. Referring to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson as well as the governor, Trump said crime in Chicago is out of control. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR) as secretariat of CIRCULÉIRE is delighted to announce the shortlist for the inaugural All-Island Circular Venture Awards. Ten ventures will pitch to a high-profile audience of investors, industry leaders, policy makers, and media on 27th November to compete for a €10,000 prize pool. Open to late-stage start-ups and ventures across the island of Ireland, the All-Island Circular Venture Awards are designed to recognise companies pioneering the emergence of the circular economy sector by enabling or demonstrating a circular value proposition. The ten shortlisted companies include Arcology System, Biographene Innovations Ireland, BladeBridge, Circular Food Co, Ecoroots, Gemell Technology Limited, HaPPE Earth, Harp Renewable, Integrated Materials Solutions and Kinset Limited. Circular Venture Awards €10,000 prize pool, Nov 27th The selected ventures represent an extremely broad range of sectors including commercial fitout infrastructure, construction waste management, compostable PPE, biobased production and packaging solutions; repurposed wind energy infrastructure; digital enablement of circular processes; aerobic digestion; additional manufacturing for textiles; and upcycling of food residuals. Referring to the recruitment and shortlisting process, Agnese Metitieri, Circular Economy Venture Lead at IMR, said: "We are very pleased with the wide range of applications we received. Their variety and ingenuity reflect the growing momentum for an emerging and healthy circular ecosystem, with great opportunities for ventures to express transformative potential and build a zero-carbon future for the island of Ireland." To compete for a prize pool of €10,000 plus coaching with international entrepreneurship and circular economy experts, the ventures will pitch to a judging panel of leaders in circular economy innovation, venture investment, and advanced manufacturing. Mark Nodder, Joint CEO of Makers Alliance; Jamie Rowles, Partner at Regeneration.VC; Faye Walsh Drouillard, Founding & Managing Partner of WakeUp Capital; and Dr. Geraldine Brennan, Director of Circular Economy Innovation at Irish Manufacturing Research will adjudicate on the day. The 10 companies pitching on the 27th November are: Arcology System enables adaptive, circular, and waste-free interiors through a modular, sensor-enabled construction system. Bio Graphene Innovations Ireland transforms agricultural waste into bio-graphene materials that decarbonise concrete, enabling seawater use, and establishing a scalable circular manufacturing model for Europe. BladeBridge repurposes retired wind turbine blades into durable infrastructure. Circular Food Co recovers food waste to turn into high value ingredients. Ecoroots transforms agricultural waste into compostable mycelium packaging powered by a data-driven platform for scalable, zero-waste biomanufacturing. Gemell Technology Limited reduces unnecessary textile waste through data-driven 3D visualisation and analytics. HaPPE Earth makes single-use PPE into a circular solution, replacing plastics with compostable materials, converting waste into fertiliser, and delivering ESG insights cutting costs, carbon, and complexity. Harp Renewables supplies advanced, fully circular food waste solutions for all industries. Integrated Materials Solutions (IMS) accepts C&D wastes and processes them into certified low carbon secondary aggregates for reuse in the construction industry. Kinset connects supply chain, material, and lifecycle data in one trusted system, making it simple for brands to demonstrate transparency, enable reuse and recycling, and engage consumers through interactive digital experiences. The All-Island Circular Venture Awards are designed and led by Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR) and funded by the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment (DCEE). About Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR) IMR partners with industry to demystify emerging technologies, de-risk adoption, a...

What does comprehensive treatment planning look like, and how can specialists and general dentists design it together? In this episode, Dr. Grant Stucki sits down with Florida general dentist and educator Dr. Vic Martel to unpack the ins and outs of comprehensive treatment planning. Dr. Martel explains why many dentists were never taught comprehensive planning in dental school, how this leads to a reactive mindset, and why slowing down to assess occlusion, periodontal health, joints, and restorative needs as a whole improves outcomes for patients and practices. Together, they explore real-world barriers and practical solutions to comprehensive treatment planning and the importance of surgeon-led education and interdisciplinary planning. Dr. Martel shares how he runs new-patient exams and builds trust with patients while coordinating with specialists. He also explains how investing in your referral network can help a practice grow and how a thoughtful, comprehensive treatment plan makes life easier for everyone on the team. Tune in now!Key Points From This Episode:Comprehensive treatment planning and why many dentists are underprepared.The difference between “tooth fixer” dentistry and being a “physician of the mouth.”Learn how comprehensive treatment planning benefits patients and practices.Find out about the biggest barriers to comprehensive treatment planning. How comprehensive planning impacts case acceptance, treatment, and patient outcomes.Hear how generalists and specialists can work together to design a comprehensive plan. Explore the history behind grand rounds and why it is an effective educational tool.Important considerations around implant solutions and the risk of removal. He shares his comprehensive dental exam setup and his overall approach. Discover how shared plans improve coordination, referrals, and patient confidence.Final takeaways and why dentists should focus on educating their referral network.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Dr. Victor Martel on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-martel-dmd-91431922/ Dr. Victor Martel on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/drvicmartel/ Dr. Victor Martel Email Address — martelacademy@gmail.com Dr. Victor Martel Phone Number — 561 602 7222 Martel Academy — https://martelacademy.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

This might be a candidate for best call of 2025.

Topics: Die to Self, Bible Says We Must Die to Self, Die to Self is Man-Made Religious Jargon, Our Old Self Died, Put Off the Old Self and Put On the New Self (Ephesians 4), Self as a Dirty Word, You are Not a Sinner But a Saint, Sin is Not Fun, Walking in Your Righteousness is Natural, Your Old Self Has Been Crucified (Galatians 2:20 Colossians 2:20), Be Yourself Rather than Die to Self, Paul Said I Die Daily, Context of I Die Daily is Defending the Resurrection (1 Corinthians 15), Paul Put His Life on the Line Every Day, Grace Teaches an Upright Self-Controlled Life (Titus 2:11-12), Paul Was Formerly the Chief of Sinners (1 Timothy 1:12-17), Sinning is Not Your Natural Practice, Unbelievers Have a Practice of Sinning (1 John 3:8), dJohn the Baptist Said He Must Increase, His Ministry of Law Decreasing for Grace to Increase, Self-Abasement is of No Value, Crucifying Your Flesh and Denying Sinful Desires, Your Body is a Temple of the Holy Spirit, Your Flesh (SOMA) Versus The Flesh (SARX), You Have Crucified the Flesh (Galatians chapter 5), Jesus Said Deny Yourself Carry Your Cross, Jesus Was Telling Them What They Could Not Do, Jesus is Referring to Himself, Count the Cost (Luke 14), Be Yourself Support the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter

Join us for an incredibly candid and informative conversation with Audrey Vernick, a passionate advocate and the Director of Patient and Family Advocacy for the Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Alliance. Audrey shares the powerful 21-year journey of her son, Bennett, who suffered a stroke in utero and was later diagnosed with the catastrophic epilepsy known as Infantile Spasms. Audrey recounts the emotional process from the difficult labor and early concerns dismissed as normal reflexes, to the terrifying moment she saw his MRI and realized half of his brain was black due to a massive stroke. This episode is an essential listen for any parent navigating a serious pediatric diagnosis, especially those dealing with seizures. Audrey shares her family's ultimate decision to pursue a hemispherectomy after two years of failed medications, and the immediate, miraculous developmental explosion in her son's language and physical abilities post-surgery. Key Takeaways and Actionable Advice Trust Your Parental Instinct: If you think something is wrong with your child's movements, something probably is. Demand a Specialist: If you suspect Infantile Spasms, go to the ER and demand to speak to a neurologist or epileptologist. Request video EEG monitoring. Video & Log Everything: Record videos of suspicious movements and log details (time, duration, what you observed) to help clinicians with diagnosis and treatment planning. The Difference Between a Consult and Surgery: A surgical consult is not a surgery. Referring for a pre-surgical workup opens up a new toolbox of solutions and gives you access to a world-renowned team of specialists for a more detailed look at your child's case. Drug-Resistant Epilepsy (DRE): Epilepsy is considered DRE if a child has uncontrolled seizures after appropriately failing two seizure medications. This increases the risk of SUDEP (Sudden Unexplained Death due to Epilepsy). Decision-Making: Understanding your partner's decision-making style is crucial when navigating complex medical choices. Guest Information & Resources Guest: Audrey Vernick, Director of Patient and Family Advocacy at the Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Alliance. Organization: Pediatric Epilepsy Surgery Alliance Website: epilepsysurgeryalliance.org. Resources: Offers a Parent Support Navigator Program (trained peers), financial aid for travel to a Level Four epilepsy center for pre-surgical workups, webinars, and more. Infantile Spasms Resource: Audrey also mentions the Infantile Spasms Action Network for resources on recognizing and acting on infantile spasms.   Time Stamp Description Key Information 00:00:43 Critical Advice: Surgery Consult vs. Surgery Audrey shares the core message that a surgery consult is different than a surgery, and there is no harm in seeking a consultation for any diagnosis. 00:01:54 Bennett's Diagnosis and Surgery Audrey introduces her son, Bennett (21), who had a stroke in utero, infantile spasms, and ultimately a hemispherectomy. 00:04:50 The Early Months: Colic vs. Seizures Audrey describes the first five months, where unusual movements and fussiness were initially dismissed as normal reflexes and colic by her pediatrician. 00:12:08 Emergency EEG & Stroke Discovery The night she called a new neurologist, they were admitted for a 48-hour video EEG monitoring. The next day, an MRI revealed a massive stroke in the right hemisphere. 00:14:50 Infantile Spasms: Recognize the Signs Audrey, as a leader of the PESA, stresses that Infantile Spasms is a medical emergency. She describes the signs: head drop/nod, flexing, and subtle movements that happen in clusters. 00:17:10 Advocacy: How to Get Help Advice for parents: Take videos, take logs, and at the ER, demand to see a neurologist or epileptologist. 00:22:15 The Surgical Seed is Planted Bennett's first neurologist mentioned a hemispherectomy when he was only five months old, which her husband immediately dismissed, but planted a "seed" for future research. 00:24:09 Choosing Surgery and the "Elmo Song" Miracle The family begged for surgery and two days later Bennett had his hemispherectomy. Two weeks later on the plane home, Bennett, whose speech was suppressed, sang the entire Elmo song, signaling the impact the seizures had been having. 00:30:52 Defining Drug-Resistant Epilepsy (DRE) DRE is when a child has seizures after failing two appropriately dosed medications. DRE is harmful to development and carries the highest risk of SUDEP (Sudden Unexplained Death due to Epilepsy). 00:42:55 Final Message: Trust Yourself Audrey's final, powerful advice to parents: You are the expert in your own child; trust yourself and use that expertise as a tool on your journey.   Support the Host & Show If you found value in this conversation, please check out host Katie Taylor's work and community resources: Join Katie Taylor's Substack for in-depth insights and articles: Join here Get the SupportSpot App—a helpful tool to support your child through their healthcare journey: Check it out The Child Life On Call Podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. The content shared in each episode, including stories, discussions, and interviews, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you heard on this podcast. The views and opinions expressed by guests on the Child Life On Call Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Child Life On Call. Child Life On Call does not endorse any specific medical treatments, procedures, or opinions shared in the podcast. If you or your child is experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or seek immediate medical attention. By listening to this podcast, you acknowledge that Child Life On Call and its affiliates are not responsible for any decisions made based on the information provided.  

In the recent contention over Tucker Carlson’s interview with Nick Fuentes and comments about the nation of Israel, that Tony Perkins and others in the sphere of public policy have now commented on, have you seen anyone address the application of the prophecy in Isaiah 49:1-3, particularly v. 3, “And He said to me, ‘You are My servant, O Israel, In whom I will be glorified’”? I haven’t, so I will offer one that goes beyond mere semantical wrangling over a word.Support the show: https://www.factennessee.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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LOOK OUT! It's only Films To Be Buried With! A REWIND CLASSIC! Join your host Brett Goldstein as he talks life, death, love and the universe (again) with movie critic, writer, journalist and presenter MARK KERMODE! The RESURRECTION! Mark is always welcome on the podcast, and this Resurrection was a lovely return visit back in the days of 2022. So much life has happened in the interviening years, and also in listening back and giving it a little brush and polish, it became clear that some items may need a little explaining for newer listeners. So here's a quick list of things that might benefit some addressing: • Mark's current podcast is a movie (and film-adjacent TV) review show he co-hosts with Simon Mayo called 'Take', available in free with ads (1 weekly ep) / subscribe for a fee with no ads (2 weekly eps) models. • Referring to someone "Getting off their bike" about something, basically means ranting. • This was recorded before the White Lotus with Jason Isaacs in, and he gets a mention, but Mark went to school with him and he's a friend of all things Kermode podcast related. • The 'Linda' he makes reference to is his wife, Professor Linda Ruth Williams. • Up top he references 'Benjamin' and Simon Amstell. Mark had a brief cameo in the film Benjamin, directed by comic, host and writer Simon Amstell. Otherwise, we hear about Mark's ever-growing love for his family, the mechanics of rewatching films, the idea of writing being like a 'journal of record', the niceness of horror film folks (even Leatherface) and making films with love, and so much more awesome behind the scenes movie goodies. Very, very much worthy of your time even if you listened first time round, there's so much to catch that may have been missed first time. Oh and Jeremy is a really sweet film, which you'll have to acquaints yourself with if you want to be his friend (to quote the Spice Girls classic). Zig a zig ahh. Enjoy! ⁠Video and extra audio available on Brett's Patreon! INSTAGRAM TAKE PODCAST • YOUTUBE TAKE PODCAST • MAIN SITE SURROUND SOUND • BOOK SCREENSHOT PODCAST –––––––––– BRETT • X BRETT • INSTAGRAM THE SECOND BEST NIGHT OF YOUR LIFE TED LASSO SHRINKING ALL OF YOU SOULMATES SUPERBOB (Brett's 2015 feature film) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Investigative journalists Mandy Matney and Liz Farrell and attorney Eric Bland now have a fuller picture of the #SquiresGate case in Hilton Head Island after it went viral last week.  On today's episode, the gang talks about what it took to get the Beaufort County Sheriff's Office to fire off-duty deputy Master Sgt. Billy Squires after video emerged of him pointing his service weapon at four teenagers in his neighborhood on a Sunday evening while allegedly intoxicated and wearing part of his uniform over his regular clothes.  A shocking video depicts the kids begging for their lives and one of them calling out his mom had people across the spectrum and all over the world calling for justice. It took five days for the sheriff's office to terminate Squires even though many of his 11 policy violations were immediately apparent.  Mandy, Liz and Eric talk about what it took to pressure the good ole boys into holding one of their own accountable.  *Since recording this episode, Live 5 News Reported SLED Chief Mark Keel said, “At this time, there is no evidence to indicate the fire was intentionally set. SLED agents have preliminarily found there is no evidence to support a pre-fire explosion.” Referring to Circuit Judge Diane Goodstein's house fire.  ☕ Cups Up! ⚖️ Episode References “Deputy fired for ‘multiple' policy violations, Beaufort County sheriff says” - Live5 WCSC, Updated Oct 4, 2025

What turns a good referral relationship into a lifelong partnership? In this episode of Everyday Oral Surgery, Dr. Grant Stucki welcomes back Dr. Vic Martel to dive deep into the art of building loyalty with referring doctors. They explore why simply doing great clinical work is not enough and how personal touches, like remembering birthdays, anniversaries, kids' graduations, or even a favorite sports team, can set your practice apart. Dr. Martel shares how tracking these details, personalizing gifts, and even attending the same courses as your referrals can build trust and strengthen loyalty. He also explains why a dedicated referral relationship manager can transform your ability to gather meaningful information, customize communication, and consistently show appreciation. You will leave this conversation inspired and equipped to create relationships so strong that your practice becomes the natural first choice!Key Points From This Episode:Welcoming back Dr. Vic Martel to discuss strengthening referral relationships.Dr. Martel's insights on why great clinical work alone is not enough to stand out.Why you shouldn't just reach out during major holidays, like Christmas and Easter.The importance of personal touches: birthdays, anniversaries, kids' milestones.An example of how a car salesman's birthday cards inspired years of loyalty.Why a referral relationship manager is key for gathering and acting on details.Attending the same courses as your referring doctors to show support and build trust.Tips for tracking and customizing gifts to create emotional connection and loyalty.How one doctor built a booming implant practice by sending flowers on behalf of referrals.Gathering referral info through lunches, surveys, and friendly welcome emails.The power of consistency: small gestures that keep you top of mind all year.Turning referrals into loyal, lifelong partnerships.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Dr. Vic Martel on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-martel-dmd-91431922/Dr. Vic Martel on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/drvicmartel/Dr. Vic Martel Email — martelvic@gmail.comMartel Academy — https://www.martelacademy.com/ Giftology — https://www.amazon.com/Giftology-Increase-Referrals-Strengthen-Retention/dp/1619614332 Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

“And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. For example, we don’t know what God wants us to pray for. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words. And the Father who knows all hearts knows what the Spirit is saying, for the Spirit pleads for us believers in harmony with God’s own will.” (Romans 8:26–27 NLT) There will be times when you don’t know what or how to pray. You may be overwhelmed with a burden. You may be discouraged. You may be depressed. You may be afraid. That’s when the Holy Spirit steps in to help you. Referring to the Holy Spirit, Jesus said, “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate, who will never leave you” (John 14:16 NLT). The word Advocate also can be translated as Comforter. It comes from the Greek word parakletos, which means “called alongside to help.” The Holy Spirit comes alongside you to assist you in your prayer. He serves as an advocate in interceding for you and pleading your cause before the Father. Let’s face it, some prayer requests are too complex to put into words. Some situations are beyond your ability to fully grasp. Some cause you to confront your self-interests in uncomfortable ways, requiring you to choose between what’s easiest for you in the short term and what’s best for you in the long term. In situations like these, arranging your thoughts and emotions into coherent sentences may seem next to impossible. The good news is that sometimes the most profound prayers are nothing more than a sigh or a groan—an emotional SOS, signaling that you’re overwhelmed and don’t know what to say. I can attest. After my son died, I struggled to come to grips with the reality of his being gone. I prayed to God, but I didn’t always know what to pray. So, sometimes I just said, “Oh, Lord.” Sometimes I just groaned. Sometimes I just cried. Sometimes I just sighed. But that was all I needed to do because I wasn’t crying out against God; I was crying out to Him for help. And His Holy Spirit was ready to assist. The apostle Paul wrote, “And the Holy Spirit helps us in our weakness. For example, we don’t know what God wants us to pray for. But the Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words. And the Father who knows all hearts knows what the Spirit is saying, for the Spirit pleads for us believers in harmony with God’s own will” (Romans 8:26–27 NLT). Don’t let a lack of words keep you from praying. No matter what you’re experiencing, take it to the Lord. Give Him your sighs, your groans, your tears, your anxiety, your rage. Even if you can muster no more than “God, please,” it’s enough for the Holy Spirit to work with. He will make your needs known to the One who can bring ultimate good from any situation. Reflection question: When have you needed the Holy Spirit’s assistance with a prayer? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Daily Devotions from Greg Laurie" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known."All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ralph answers some of your recent questions about the genocide in Gaza, how to jumpstart civic engagement, and more!Your feedback is very important. And the more detailed and factual it is, the better off the impact will be by your initiative and getting back to us. You have to be active in a program like this. Because we're not just talking to the choir here. We want the choir to sing back—in affirmation or dissent.Ralph NaderI was astonished…how disinterested the American people are in empowering themselves. That's the problem we have. The lack of civic motivation, the lack of saying, “Look, we've given our power to only 535 people in the Congress, and they've turned it against us on behalf of some 1,500 corporations. We're going to turn it around. We're the sovereign power.” As I've said a hundred times, the Constitution starts with “We the people,” not “We the Congress” or “We the corporations.” And the people don't seem to want to focus on that. If they had anyone in their neighborhood and community who were treating them the way Congress is treating them—as voters, as workers, as consumers, as parents, as children, as taxpayers—they would never allow it.Ralph NaderYou get more and more voters vulnerable to just what comes out of a politician's mouth. Remember, everything Trump has achieved politically has come out of his mouth—not out of his deeds, just out of his mouth. Repeatedly, unrebutted largely over the mass media, and faithfully relayed to the American people by a supine media which points out his mistakes once in a while, but it was too little, too late.Ralph NaderNews 9/26/25* This week, the campaign for Palestinian statehood notched major victories. According to the BBC, the United Kingdom, France, Canada, Australia and Portugal all announced on Sunday that they would recognize the state of Palestine. They are expected to be joined by a number of smaller states, including Belgium, Luxembourg, Malta, Andorra and San Marino. These countries, all traditionally close allies of the United States and Israel, join the 140 countries that already recognize the State of Palestine. A statement by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese explains that this move is “part of a co-ordinated international effort to build new momentum for a two-state solution, starting with a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of the hostages.” These heads of state are pursuing this policy despite a thinly veiled threat from Congressional Republicans, a group of whom – including Senator Ted Cruz and Representative Elise Stefanik – sent a letter to President Macron and Prime Ministers Starmer, Carney and Albanese warning them of possible “punitive measures in response,” and urging them to “reconsider,” per the Guardian.* In more Palestine news, as the Global Sumud Flotilla draws near to the coast of Gaza, they are apparently under low-level attack. Al Jazeera reports the flotilla, “has reported explosions and communications jamming as drones hovered overhead.” In response, the United Nations has called for a probe, with UN Human Rights Office spokesperson Thameen Al-Kheetan stating, “There must be an independent, impartial and thorough investigation into the reported attacks and harassment by drones and other objects.” In response to this harassment, Reuters reports Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto expressed the “strongest condemnation” and ordered the “Italian multi-purpose frigate Fasan, previously sailing north of Crete, to head towards the flotilla ‘for possible rescue operations', focusing primarily on Italian citizens.” The strong response by the Italian government is likely related to the labor unrest the targeting of the flotilla has engendered within the country. ANSA, a leading Italian news outlet, reports the Unione Sindacale di Base or USB “would proclaim a wildcat general strike and protests in 100 Italian cities for Gaza after the success of Monday's stoppage and protests involving an estimated 500,000 people in 80 cities.” The union has organized these massive protests under the slogan “let's block everything.”* In more foreign policy news, following on the heels of the protests in Nepal, anti-corruption protestors took to the streets in the Philippines this week, Time reports. The acute cause of these protests was a recent audit which found widespread corruption in the country's flood control projects. The Philippines has invested around $9.5 billion on such projects since 2022, but these have been plagued by kickback schemes, resulting in shoddy work and even deaths. Even President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., aka “Bongbong,” sympathized with the protestors, saying “Do you blame them for going out into the streets? If I wasn't President, I might be out in the streets with them…Of course, they are enraged. Of course, they are angry. I'm angry. We should all be angry. Because what's happening is not right.” The potency of these protests is likely to grow as the Philippines was hit this week by Typhoon Ragasa, which is reported to have killed three Filipinos this week, per NBC.* For our final foreign policy update, just days after the dubiously-legal strikes that killed 11 Venezuelans on a boat the U.S. claims was being used to transport drugs, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro sent a letter to American special envoy Richard Grenell, per CNN. In this letter, Maduro denies any involvement with narco-trafficking, calling the allegations “fake news, propagated through various media channels,” and calling for Trump to “promote peace through constructive dialogue and mutual understanding throughout the hemisphere.” Trump brushed off Maduro, saying “We'll see what happens with Venezuela,” perhaps implying a renewed attempt to remove the Venezuelan president. Since then, the U.S. has conducted more of these lethal strikes, with no conclusive proof of the victims' criminality. The U.S. government is offering a $50 million bounty for Maduro's arrest.* Moving northward, a disturbing story comes to us from Florida. The Miami Herald reports, “As of the end of August, the whereabouts of two-thirds of more than 1,800 men detained at Alligator Alcatraz during the month of July could not be determined.” Speaking to the paper, attorneys characterized entering the facility as entering “an alternate [immigration] system where the normal rules don't apply.” This story cites one case of a man “accidentally deported to Guatemala before a scheduled bond hearing,” similar to the Kilmar Abrego Garcia case, and a Cuban man supposedly transferred to a facility in California but who could not be located there. This kind of disappearing of migrants adds fuel to the fire of the worst suspicions about the administration's immigration policies. The Florida facility was forced to halt operations after a court ruling in August, but an appeals court has now overruled that ruling. The future of the site and its detainees remains uncertain.* In another instance of what appears to be a cover-up by the Trump administration, NPR reports the Department of Agriculture will “end a longstanding annual food insecurity survey.” In a statement, the USDA called the report “redundant, costly, politicized, and extraneous.” This removes another crucial data tool, following the discontinuation of the Bureau of Labor Statistics' jobs report Trump ended just weeks ago. The signature legislation of Trump's second term thus far, the One Big Beautiful Bill, expanded work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, which is estimated to cut food aid to 2.4 million Americans. That will surely add to the 47.4 million food insecure households recorded in 2023. Crystal FitzSimons, president of the Food Research and Action Center (FRAC), told NPR “The national food insecurity survey is a critical, reliable data source that shows how many families in America struggle to put food on the table…Without that data, we are flying blind.”* And in another assault on the regulatory state, the Supreme Court this week allowed Trump to keep Rebecca Slaughter – the last remaining Democrat on the Federal Trade Commission – out of her post for another three months. POLITICO reports the high court is reviewing a 90-year-old law which “limit[s] the president's power to fire…officials for political reasons.” According to this report, many expect the conservative majority on the court will rule that that law “unconstitutionally interferes with the president's ability to control the executive branch.” If so, Trump will be able to remove Slaughter permanently – along with any other remaining Democrats within the regulatory apparatus.* On the media front, ABC – and its parent company, Disney – have balked, reinstating Jimmy Kimmel's late night television program after abruptly suspending the show last week. Kimmel, in his return, clarified that “it was never my intention to make light of the murder of a young man,” but excoriated the ABC affiliates who took his show off the air, calling the move “un-American.” This from AP. Theories abound as to why exactly ABC and/or Disney walked back what seemed like a cancellation; these include a potential costly lawsuit due to wrongful termination of Kimmel's contract, as well as a coordinated boycott campaign targeting Disney's streaming service, Disney+. For his part, President Trump washed his hands of the fiasco, writing that Kimmel can “rot in his bad Ratings,” per New York Magazine.* In tech news, Axios reports the Trump administration has approved Grok, Elon Musk's AI chatbot, for official use by every government agency. This news comes via a press release from the General Services Administration. This release quotes Musk, who says “We look forward to continuing to work with President Trump and his team to rapidly deploy AI throughout the government for the benefit of the country.” This comes after an August 25th letter in which a coalition of over 30 consumer groups – such as Public Citizen, Consumer Federation of America, and the Center for AI and DigitalPolicy – urged the Office of Management and Budget, led by Russell Vought, to “take immediate action to block the deployment or procurement of Grok.” Among the concerns cited in this letter are Grok's penchant for generating “conspiratorial and inflammatory content, including accusations that South Africans were committing a ‘white genocide'...Expressing ‘skepticism' about historical consensus of the Holocaust death toll and espousing Holocaust denial talking points…[and] Referring to itself as ‘MechaHitler'.” It remains to be seen what, if any, next steps opponents can take to halt the incorporation of Grok into the daily functions of the federal government.* Finally, Adelita Grijalva has won the Arizona 7th congressional district special election in a landslide. According to preliminary reports, she swamped her Republican opponent Daniel Butierez by nearly 40 points, according to Newsweek. This is a substantially larger margin than that won by Kamala Harris in 2024, who won the district by 23 points, which itself was a 10-point decline from Joe Biden, who won the district by 33 points in 2020. Grijalva's ascension to the House will further winnow away the Republicans' razor-thin majority in that chamber, bringing the margin to 219-214. She could also prove to be the critical 218th vote in favor of releasing the Epstein files. Adelita is the daughter of Raúl Grijalva, who passed away earlier this year. The elder Grijalva was widely considered one of the most progressive House Democrats, being the first member of Congress to endorse Bernie Sanders in his 2016 campaign and the second to call for Joe Biden to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race. Hopefully, the new Representative Grijalva will fill those big shoes.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

John Batchelor is the host of the Friends of History Debating Society. He broadcasts from New England, where he is currently entering autumn, contrasting with Jeremy Zakis's springtime in New South Wales. He refers to Jeremy Zakisas his "good mate." Batchelor often guides the conversation with Jeremy Zakis, asking about: The emergence of venomous snakes in springtime, referring to this period as "the first act of the thriller." He asks about snake catchers' procedures and the questions asked at clinics regarding snake bites. He also raises a personal experience of hitting something in overgrown grass, pondering if it could have been a snake if he were in Australia. Batchelor notes that discussing springtime with Jeremy is "far more interesting" than preparing his own garden for winter's colder days. He also discusses python sightings, specifically mentioning a photograph of two pythons battling on a library roof on the Sunshine Coast, questioning if such an event is ordinary for an urban area. He emphasizes that he is in New England, in the "northern temperate zone," while Jeremy Zakis is in the "southern temperate zone."

This time, Stephanie and crew talk about the mish mash of excuses Trump is trying to fling at the wall about the Epstein Birthday Book. They also discuss the Supreme Court lifting a lower court's restrictions on immigration enforcement tactics in central California, allowing federal agents to make immigration stops more freely, with the potential for more frequent stops targeting individuals based on appearance. Guests Jody Hamilton and Jill Wine-Banks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Craig Evans of Houston Christian University Jesus and His World: The Archaeological Evidence The post The Discovery of an Ancient Inscription Possibly Referring to Moses – Dr. Craig Evans, 1/7/25 (2314) first appeared on Issues, Etc..