Podcasts about reimagining

In the premiere episode of “Project 2029: A Reimagining,” host Molly Jong-Fast explores the critical role of campaign finance reform in reviving American democracy and redirecting the Democratic Party's future. Featuring expert voices such as Lawrence Lessig, Tiffany Muller (End Citizens United), Michael Waldman (Brennan Center) and Tom Moore (Center for American Progress), the episode details how decisions like Citizens United have enabled unchecked corporate influence and created a deeply corrupt political environment, where billionaires and super PACs drown out the voices of ordinary voters. It also examines how this broken system undermines public trust, outlines promising legal and grassroots strategies for reform, and makes the case that no meaningful progress on climate, healthcare, or civil rights is possible without first confronting the corrosive role of money in politics. Through historical parallels and potential state-level solutions, the conversation pushes toward a future where political power is rebalanced and truly representative of the people. Subscribe to Fast Politics and listen 4x a week for interviews just like this on your favorite podcast app: https://episodes.fm/1645614328See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Hoji weighs in on the great ‘hybrid binding' debate; then he and Jonathan discuss the future of ski binding technology; 3D printing applications in ski gear; and Hoji's current attempts to push the boundaries of ski-gear performance; and the “fields of belief and disbelief.”Note: We Want to Hear From You!Please share with us the questions, topics, or stories you'd like us to cover on GEAR:30. You can email us at: info@blisterreview.comRELATED LINKS:Get Covered: BLISTER+Enter Our Weekly Gear GiveawayCheck out our Bike Buyer's GuideSee Our Blister Recommended ShopsCHECK OUT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNELS:Blister Studios (our new channel)Blister Review (our original channel)TOPICS & TIMES:Blister Plus Members (3:01)Life since the Blister Summit? (4:42)Hoji on ‘Hybrid' Ski Bindings (5:57)Reimagining of Ski Bindings (18:12)Hoji's 3D Printing Escapades (27:12)Reimagining Ski Boots (37:48)The Fields of Belief & Disbelief (46:56)Why Did You Want BLISTER+? (50:49)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the last decade, white evangelicals in the U.S. have lost their moral credibility. In response, Peter Wehner says the church should embrace a form of "Christian humanism." The Holy Post crew discusses his article, what he gets right, and why that label may be a barrier for some. Kaitlyn interviews biblical scholar Michael Rhodes about his book,"Reimagining Biblical Politics: What Scripture Says About Public Life and Why It Matters." Rather than looking to specific verses to define our political positions, Rhodes says we must allow all of Scripture to shape our imaginations and then use discernment as we engage our unique political context. Also this week—controversy over the design of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, how faith-based apps are gamifying Christianity, and the benefits of talking to dogs. Holy Post Plus: Ad-Free Version of this Episode: https://holypost.substack.com/p/726-reimagining-biblical-politics Bonus Interview: https://holypost.substack.com/p/how-christians-can-live-faithfully   0:00 - Show Starts 2:44 - Theme Song 3:08 - Sponsor - AG1 - Heavily researched, thoroughly purity-tested, and filled with stuff you need. Get the AG1 $76 Welcome Pack for free when you order from https://www.drinkag1.com/HOLYPOST   4:29 - Sponsor - Hiya Health - Go to https://www.hiyahealth.com/HOLYPOST to receive 50% off your first order   5:57 - Talking to Dogs Makes Ya Smart?   11:41 - Obama Presidential Center   23:56 - World Relief Update with Matthew Sorens   38:00 - Sponsor - Feeding America - Feeding America, led by neighbors! Give now to end hunger at https://www.feedingamerica.org   40:00  - Sponsor - World Challenge - Want to help people around the world? Get involved today at https://worldchallenge.org/HOLYPOST   57:22 - Interview   1:04:42 - What Do We Mean by "Politics?"   1:15:40 - The Ambiguity of Esther   1:23:30 - Scripture Transforms Politics   1:34:26 - End Credits   Links Mentioned in News Segment: The Commodification of Christianity: https://www.freyaindia.co.uk/p/the-commodification-of-christianity   American Christians Face a Choice: https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/06/christian-humanism-trump-choice/687475/   Other Resources: crossRhodes: Reimagining Biblical Politics: https://pod.link/1888014284?view=apps&sort=popularity   Holy Post website: https://www.holypost.com/   Holy Post Plus: www.holypost.com/plus   Holy Post Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/holypost   Holy Post Merch Store: https://www.holypost.com/shop   The Holy Post is supported by our listeners. We may earn affiliate commissions through links listed here. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.  

On today's podcast episode, we present our “Unofficial Monthly Retailer Awards” (UMRAs) for June, including awards for “Most Impactful Campaign,” “Best IRL Initiative,” and “Greatest Under-the-Radar Move.” Listen to the discussion featuring guest host Arielle Feger and Analysts Paola Flores-Marquez, Emmy Liederman, and Rachel Wolff.   Subscribe to EMARKETER's newsletters. Go to https://www.emarketer.com/newsletters   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/   For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com   For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/   Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com    For a transcript of this episode click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-nike-says-knicks-always-dreamed-stella-artois-says-work-bar-more-reimagining-retail     © 2026 EMARKETER   Rokt is the global leader in ecommerce, unlocking real-time relevance in the Transaction Moment. Rokt's AI Brain and Ecommerce Network help the world's leading companies deliver more relevant customer experiences and unlock incremental value from every transaction. Learn more at rokt.com.

In this episode, AgingIN CEO Susan Ryan sits down with George Kutnerian, second-generation operator and co-founder of WellPointe, a California-based organization operating 67 licensed small house assisted living locations. George shares the remarkable story of how his parents pioneered the residential assisted living model in Fresno, Calif., in 1984 and how their vision has evolved into a scalable, person-centered approach to housing and care. Susan and George explore the operational realities behind the model, including adaptive reuse of single-family homes, co-located operations for efficiency, workforce strategies, and the importance of maintaining meaningful resident-staff relationships. Throughout the episode, George challenges listeners to rethink assumptions about aging, housing, and care—and to focus on the fundamental question of what "home" truly means. He offers a compelling vision for the future of eldercare: one where home, community, dignity, and choice are at the center of every decision. The small house model will be featured at the AgingINnovation 2026 annual conference this August. Learn more about it here: https://aginginnovationconference.org

Robin Barbacane is the Head of Talent Development and Workforce Transformation at Rackspace. In this episode, Robin joins The Edge of Work  to discuss what it takes to move beyond AI experimentation and drive enterprise-wide workforce transformation. She shares how Rackspace has approached becoming an AI-first organization, including the development of AI-powered solutions, employee-led innovation programs, and new operating models designed to embed AI into everyday work. During the conversation, Robin also explains why successful AI adoption is fundamentally a change management challenge, how HR can play a more strategic role in transformation, and why organizations should focus on developing new ways of thinking and working rather than simply deploying new tools. LinksRobin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinbarbacane/

The Shift to Australia: Reimagining the British Empire After the Revolution. Guest: Professor Richard Bell. The loss of the American colonies forced Britain to seek new locations for its convicts, leading to the colonization of Australia. After failed experiments in West Africa, the British government turned to Botany Bay in 1786 out of desperation. The "First Fleet" arrived in 1788, signaling the expansion of the British Empire into the Pacific as a direct consequence of American independence. This transition began a brutal era for the indigenous Eora people and demonstrated that the British Empire was not destroyed by the Revolution, but rather relocated its interests. 81821

Via CEO Daniel Ramot goes Inside the ICE House to discuss how the company is modernizing public transit with dynamic routing and data-driven technology. He explains how Via's platform improves efficiency by matching real-time demand with flexible transit options across cities. Ramot highlights the push to integrate all modes of transportation into a single system while expanding into AI-driven solutions. He also outlines a long-term vision of reducing car dependence through seamless, accessible mobility networks.

In celebration of Father's Day, join us for a conversation about Jesus' vision for family, the way he redefines it and broadens our definition. The beauty of the church is that we get to embody these roles not just for our biological families but for one another. We gain spiritual mothers and fathers and brothers and sisters in our belonging to God and to each other.This message is from our Sunday morning service on June 21st, 2026.We meet at 957 Main St., Louisville, CO 80027 on Sunday mornings at 10am.Connect with us:kindredchurch.co@kindredchurch.cofacebook.com/kindredchurch.co

In this session from DX Annual, Rebecca Fitzhugh, Lead Principal Engineer at Atlassian, moderates a panel featuring Nidhi Allipuram, Vice President, Enterprise Developer Experience and Platform at Nationwide, Jai Schniepp, Senior Director, DevX Product Management at Comcast, Brent Foster, Vice President and Head of Architecture and Strategy at TD Bank, and Praveena Patchipulusu, Vice President of Engineering at HPE.Together, they discuss how large enterprises are approaching AI adoption, what it takes to build an AI-first software development lifecycle, and how engineering leaders are balancing speed, security, governance, and developer experience. They also share their perspectives on the changing role of engineers, human accountability, and how organizations can prepare for the future of software engineering.Where to find Rebecca Fitzhugh: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rmfitzhugh • X: https://x.com/RebeccaFitzhugh Where to find Jai Schniepp:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaschnieppWhere to find Nidhi Allipuram: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nidhi-allipuramWhere to find Brent Foster: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/engineeringthefuture• Website: https://brentfoster.meWhere to find Praveena Patchipulusu: • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/praveena-patchipulusu-158741In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Intro(02:28) The AI journey across TD Bank, Comcast, and HPE(05:59) Inside Nationwide's AI-assisted development lifecycle(10:04) Reimagining the software development lifecycle with AI(11:32) Security, governance, and human accountability(15:27) Embedding security and guardrails into AI workflows(17:55) How AI is changing the role of an engineer(21:52) What developer experience looks like in the AI era(26:55) What software engineering may look like in 2030(32:47) How to prepare for the AI-driven futureReferenced:• Atlassian• TD Bank• Comcast Corporation• Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)• Nationwide • GitHub Spec Kit• Abi Noda

In this episode, Omkar Kulkarni, MPH, Vice President, Chief Innovation & Transformation Officer, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Founder & Managing Director, KidsX, discusses how AI and digital health are transforming patient access, care delivery, and operational efficiency.

In honor of Juneteenth, we're sharing something special: the opening chapter of Reimagining Democracy for a Good Life, the podcast hosted by legendary equity advocate Angela Glover Blackwell, founder in residence of PolicyLink. In "Democracy Dreaming," Angela takes us to Los Angeles, a city she didn't expect to become a hopeful case study in multiracial democracy, and shows us why it might be exactly that. Featuring voices from LA Mayor Karen Bass, economist Manuel Pastor, Community Coalition CEO Alberto Retana, young housing organizer Tiffany Benitez, advocate Denise Fairchild, and the poetry of Chinaka Hodge, this episode reframes democracy not as something we have, but as something we practice. Angela's second season is coming soon, and we're thrilled to share that we'll be sitting down with Angela herself in early July, with that conversation releasing later next month. Got a question you'd love us to ask her? Send it to hello@caremorebebetter.com. Chapter Markers (relative timestamps, mapped from the original episode) 3:09 — Why Angela's spent half a century in this work 4:07 — Memory of the municipal opera, and being shielded from hate 4:53 — Newsreel montage: January 6th, book bans, voting rights battles 5:26 — Reframing the conversation: realizing democracy's potential, not just naming its threats 6:07 — Why multiracial democracy means everybody, including white people 6:21 — Chinaka Hodge's poem, "All Power to the People" 6:56 — Welcome to Reimagining Democracy for a Good Life 7:26 — Why Los Angeles: the election of Mayor Karen Bass 8:17 — What draws Angela to Bass's leadership style 8:56 — Defining "human flourishing" 9:17 — The decades of organizing behind one election 9:46 — LA's origins: Indigenous land, Mexican founders, Asian Pacific Islander neighborhoods, the Great Migration 11:21 — The brutality beneath the diversity: stolen land, segregation, racial violence 11:41 — A history of protest: Watts 1965, East LA walkouts 1968, the 1992 uprising 12:38 — Manuel Pastor on the lessons organizers drew from 1992 13:41 — How modern LA's multiracial coalition-building emerged 14:16 — Alberto Retana on unity, struggle, and naming the real opposition 15:20 — What actually makes LA's leadership unique 16:12 — The reality check: LA's poverty, homelessness, and housing crisis 17:10 — Tiffany Benitez's story: displacement in Boyle Heights 19:10 — Tiffany on organizing as the answer to insecurity 20:04 — Denise Fairchild on what it means to flourish 21:16 — Interconnectedness: democracy, people, and planet 21:42 — Chinaka Hodge's poem, on what we're owed and what we want 22:33 — The Constitution's contradiction, and its capacity to grow 23:23 — The bigger question: can any democracy ever fully serve a diverse population? 23:39 — Why LA, and why this matters beyond LA 24:43 — Preview of next chapter: "There's No I in Leader" 25:17 — Credits and closing reflection on voting Resources & Links Follow Reimagining Democracy for a Good Life: wherever you listen to podcasts Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reimagining-democracy-for-a-good-life/id1742644681 Radical Imagination Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radicalimagination.us/ Learn more about PolicyLink: https://www.policylink.org/ Have a question for our upcoming interview with Angela Glover Blackwell? Email hello@caremorebebetter.com Protest Interview with Annie Leonard and Andre Carothers: https://caremorebebetter.com/if-we-lose-the-right-to-protest-we-lose-everything-with-annie-leonard-andre-carothers/ BUILD A GREENER FUTURE: Together, we planted 36,044 trees in 2025 through our partnership with ForestPlanet https://forestplanet.org/ CAUSE PARTNER: Support Prescott College https://prescott.edu/ — visit https://caremorebebetter.com/support/ for details. Follow Care More Be Better: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/caremorebebetter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@caremorebebetter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caremorebebetter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CareMoreBeBetter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/care-more-be-better Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews Cori Omundson, Founder & CEO of Rising Wines Collective. Cori shares how her entrepreneurial background inspired her mission to help small wine producers grow through personalized wine discovery, technology, and direct-to-consumer experiences. Based on the provided transcript and episode details. Interested in meeting Cori Omundson and other leaders in the consumer products industry? Join us at the CPG Convergence Conference, where growth, capital, and innovation come together. Get your tickets here: ⁠https://luma.com/rmoecmqx⁠ Follow Adam on Instagram at ⁠https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/⁠ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: ⁠https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/⁠ Visit our website: ⁠https://missionmatters.com/⁠ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Omkar Kulkarni, MPH, Vice President, Chief Innovation & Transformation Officer, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Founder & Managing Director, KidsX, discusses how AI and digital health are transforming patient access, care delivery, and operational efficiency.

Today, we're bringing you an episode of “Create or Destroy: Reimagining Marketing with Seth Matlins,” a new podcast from the Vox Media Podcast Network. In this episode, host and marketer Seth Matlins speaks with political strategist David Axelrod, who was President Obama's chief strategist and senior advisor. David is currently a senior political commentator for CNN and the co-host of Vox Media's “Hacks on Tap” podcast.  David sees the American brand as devalued but not beyond repair. He and Seth talk about how to fix it. Produced by Wisdomous and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Follow the podcast on Instagram / TikTok: @createordestroypod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Truth In This Art, I sit down with Maurice Scarlett III!About Maurice Scarlett III: Maurice Scarlett III is a Baltimore-based visual artist and multi-disciplinary creative named after his father from West Baltimore. He is of Jamaican heritage and specializes in figurative art characterized by darker, alluring tones that capture the essence of Black figures. His journey began in 2010 with photography—documenting friends who were musicians, DJs, and clothing designers right after graduating high school. In 2017, fashion designer Kirby Jean-Raymond of Pyer Moss discovered him on Instagram and invited him to collaborate for New York Fashion Week, a pivotal moment that pushed him to take painting seriously.We talk about his evolution from photography to painting and how his work has become more grounded, immersive, and soulful—"more of his essence in it." Scarlett discusses his use of dark tones rooted in life experiences, grief, and learning to use pain as power. He explains his philosophy of embracing imperfections, quoting Miles Davis: "If you mess up on a key, keep that because that can make the song better."Scarlett describes his approach to portraying Black people in a "re-imagined way"—highlighting them beyond repetitive narratives of politics, slavery, and trauma. He shares how Baltimore shows up in his work subconsciously, with subtle cues that come naturally from growing up in the city. He introduces the word he associates with Baltimore art: grit—the do-it-yourself mentality of creatives who carved their own lane without waiting for platforms. His advice for artists: "Find your own lane, carve your own lane and stay within it, but at the same time experiment and stay curious—doing what's true to you."We also talk about the importance of living life to create soulful work, the danger of comparing yourself to other artists on social media, learning to pace yourself as a creator, his studio on North Avenue, and why Baltimore is a "cool melting pot" slowly getting its recognition.Follow Maurice Scarlett III on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mauricescarlett to see his work, including recent pieces "Smokey" (2024), "The Scene" (2025), and "Wu-tang Is For The Children" (2025).Photo courtesy of subject. The Truth In This Art is supported by William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund, the Maryland State Arts Council's Creativity Grant and Mayor's Individual Artist Award - Creative Baltimore Fund (Baltimore). Host: Rob LeeMusic: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.Production:Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel AlexisEdited by Daniel AlexisShow Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and TransistorPhotos:Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.Support the podcastThe Truth In This Art Podcast Fractured Atlas (Fundraising): https://www.fracturedatlas.orgThe Truth In This Art Podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thetruthinthisart.bsky.socialThe Truth In This Art Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthinthisart/?hl=enThe Truth In This Art Podcast Website: https://www.thetruthinthisart.com/The Truth In This Art Podcast Shop: Merch from Redbubble ★ Support this podcast ★

• Intro 0:00• Ocarina of Time Remake Description Leaked 2:22• Elliot, StarFox, Rhythm Heaven all coming out soon14:40• Backlog 22:32• Xbox: Next 100 Days 28:28• Microsoft Considers Spinning Off Xbox, Speeding Up Game Development 45:00• Key Members of Xbox Leave 51:03• Several Xbox Studios Fighting to Avoid Shutdown 54:40• Halo Climbs PS5 Sales Charts 1:01:15• Switch 1 eShop Updated, No Longer Slow 1:07:04• Tweet of the Week 1:13:30• Q&A 1:15:30✴️ PATREON https://www.patreon.com/cw/WULFFDENPodcastOriginally streamed on June 16, 2026

On today's podcast episode, we discuss how ThredUp markets to both of its customer groups—the buyer and the seller—how it balances brand storytelling with performance marketing, and where AI is actually making the biggest difference for its customers right now.   Tune in to hear a discussion featuring Vice President of Content and host Suzy Davidkhanian, Principal Analyst Sky Canaves, and Kristen Brophy, Senior Vice President and Head of Marketing at ThredUp.   Subscribe to EMARKETER's newsletters. Go to https://www.emarketer.com/newsletters   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/   For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com   For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/   Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com    For a transcript of this episode click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-thredup-explains-how-make-resale-work-you-reimagining-retail   © 2026 EMARKETER Rokt is the global leader in ecommerce, unlocking real-time relevance in the Transaction Moment. Rokt's AI Brain and Ecommerce Network help the world's leading companies deliver more relevant customer experiences and unlock incremental value from every transaction. Learn more at rokt.com.

What if you could make music with anything around you? Fruit, water, human skin, or even the weight of objects on a kitchen scale? That's the question Playtronica has been answering for over a decade   This week on the podcast, Adam McHeffey sits down with co-founders Sasha Pas and Aglaya Nosova to explore how they built one of the most creative and community-driven companies in music technology today.   Playtronica makes accessible music instruments that turn everyday objects into musical interfaces, no music theory required. Their products, including Touchme, Biotron, Orbita, and their newest release Scales, have gone viral across social media for their playful, tactile approach to music making. But behind the viral moments is a deeply intentional philosophy: remove the barrier of "are you a musician?" and let curiosity do the rest.   In this conversation, we get into how Playtronica grew a loyal global community through creator partnerships and influencer strategy, what their installations with luxury brands like Hermès taught them about creativity and access, and why the form factor of an instrument matters far less than the feeling it creates. Sasha and Aglaya also share practical advice for music tech entrepreneurs looking to break through on social media and build communities that last.   The news Merck Mercuariadis on Hipgnosis, vindication, and his next move. The Average On-Demand Streaming User Spends $434 Per Year on Recorded Music in the U.S., Up 27% from 2020, DIMA Report Finds Warner Music Group Acquires AI Attribution Tool Sureel AI SingFit Merges Music with Technology to Improve the Lives of People Facing Cognitive Challenges Despite dying 30 years ago, Tupac Shakur is acting in a new game   The Music Tectonics podcast goes beneath the surface of the music industry to explore how technology is changing the way business gets done. Visit musictectonics.com to find shownotes and a transcript for this episode, and find us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram. Let us know what you think!    Get Dmitri's Rock Paper Scanner newsletter.

Outlet shopping has come a long way from its origins as a place for manufacturers to sell excess inventory. Today, consumers are looking for much more than a deal, and Tanger is evolving alongside them. Stephen Yalof, president and CEO of Tanger Inc., joins Retail Gets Real to discuss how shopping centers are becoming entertainment destinations, the resilience of today's shoppers and why the future of retail is still very much rooted in physical experiences.(00:00:00) The evolution of outlet retail(00:06:15) Reimagining the outlet experience(00:10:08) Understanding today's retail consumer(00:13:34) Leadership lessons from the top(00:16:32) From dealmaker to CEO(00:19:30) The three notes rule(00:23:02) What excites Stephen Yalof about retail's futureThe National Retail Federation is the world's largest retail trade association.Every day, we passionately stand up for the people, policies and ideas that help retail succeed.Resources:• Become an NRF member and join the world's largest retail trade association• Learn about our retail education platform, NRF Foundation, at nrffoundation.org• Learn about retail advocacy at nrf.com/advocacy• Find more episodes at retailgetsreal.comRelated:• 411: Redefining JCPenney for today's customer• 393: How Bealls is shaping the next era of value shopping

Backstage With Becca B. Episode 188 with Alexandra Silber is now LIVE on YouTube! ✨ On this episode I talked with Alexandra about the acclaimed Pasadena Playhouse production of Brigadoon and her work reimagining the beloved musical's book for a new generation. She shares the inspiration behind the adaptation, how her personal connection to Scotland helped shape the story, the thoughtful changes she made to the characters and themes, and what it was like watching this new vision come to life onstage. We also discuss the show's stunning design, the process of honoring a classic while making it resonate with modern audiences, and why Brigadoon became one of the most talked-about theatre productions in Los Angeles this season.

This month we're talking about creativity and play, and today's conversation completely changed the way I think about both. I'm joined by Tasha Golden. She is a former touring songwriter turned public health researcher whose work explores how creativity shapes our wellbeing, identity, and ability to navigate change. What started as a conversation about creativity quickly became a conversation about burnout, life transitions, identity, and the stories we tell ourselves about who we are. We explore: why creativity is about more than art or self-expression how burnout can become an invitation to reimagine your life the connection between creativity and behavior change why difficult emotions can act as guides instead of obstacles Tasha's concept of "The Art of Refusal" how limiting stories shape our choices and identities and why creativity may be one of the most important skills we have for navigating uncertainty One of my favorite moments in this conversation is the idea that sometimes we haven't reached the limits of reality. We've simply reached the limits of the story we're telling ourselves. If you've ever felt stuck, burnt out, uncertain, or like you're standing in the middle of a life transition wondering what's next, this episode offers a powerful reminder: The end of one story doesn't mean it's the end of your story. It may simply be the beginning of a new one Connect with Tasha  Website: Tasha Golden Free Resources: Plan Goal Plan Listener Page Connect with me: Email: support@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com LinkedIn: (I post most here!) www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-

Amy Reichanadter, Chief People Officer at Databricks, joined us on The Modern People Leader to discuss her upskilling journey throughout her career, creating consumer-grade employee experiences, and leading through rapid technological change. ----  Sponsor Links:

The shift from traditional television to connected TV has accelerated rapidly, requiring publishers to offer both massive culture-shifting scale and ultra-precise targeting capabilities. In this deep dive, Netflix Advertising VP Nicolle Pangis pulls back the curtain on how the platform built an independent, proprietary ad server to give global brands the exact mix of automated programmatic buying and high-impact live events they need to drive measurable ROI. Key Highlights

Kelly Monahan is an Author, Speaker and Researcher. She is the Co-Founder of Beyond The Desk, where she researches the intersection of AI, leadership, and the future of work. In this episode, Kelly shares her perspective on how organizations are navigating the growing gap between AI investment and measurable business value. She shares insights from her work with executives and boards, including why many organizations lack a clear AI strategy, how leadership behaviors influence adoption, and what it will take to unlock value beyond individual productivity gains. Kelly also explores the changing nature of careers, the challenges facing early-career talent, and why organizations may need to rethink leadership and even the purpose of business as AI continues to reshape work.LinksKelly's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-monahan-ph-d-18879413/Beyond the Desk: https://www.beyondthedesk.com/ 

What happens when one person sees your potential before you can see it yourself?Ashanti Branch sits down with Hasan Davis, educator, youth advocate, storyteller, and self-described "Hope Dealer," to explore the experiences that shaped his life and his commitment to young people. From childhood trauma and educational barriers to juvenile justice reform and national leadership, Hasan shares how a series of caring adults helped him discover possibilities beyond the circumstances he was born into.They discuss the power of belonging, the responsibility educators carry, and why behavior is often a reflection of survival rather than defiance. Hasan reflects on the teachers, mentors, and family members who refused to let his story end where others expected it to.Why behavior is often communication rather than a disciplinary problemThe importance of creating conditions where students feel they belongHow educators can hold students accountable without giving up on themWhy young people need adults who can see both their struggles and their potentialWhy relationships matter more than authority when building trust with young peopleThe impact of educators who create opportunities instead of barriersHow students often carry responsibilities and burdens that adults never seeWhy schools must address more than academics to support learningHow educators can avoid taking student behavior personallyWhy creating classroom agreements can help students develop ownership and accountabilityThe importance of helping young people imagine futures beyond their current circumstancesConnect with Hasan DavisWebsite: www.hasandavis.comLinkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/hasandavis/⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@HasanDavisSolutions⁠ Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksX: https://x.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubX: https://x.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/ #UnMASKingWithMaleEducators #MaleEducators #MillionMaskMovement #EverForwardClub  #UnmaskingWithMaleEducators #EducationLeadership #StudentBelonging #TraumaInformedEducation #PowerOfHope #YouthDevelopment #SeeThePossibility

Send us Fan MailIn this fascinating episode, we sit down with renowned homeopath and author Ian Watson to explore his journey from practicing homeopathy to teaching The Three Principles, a transformative understanding of mental and emotional well-being.Ian Watson began studying homeopathy, herbs and flower essences as a teenager in the mid 1970's. He subsequently trained and graduated from the College of Homeopathy in London in 1988. He ran a busy group practice in Cumbria for many years and became established as a lecturer at various homeopathic schools in the UK and overseas. He co-founded The Lakeland College of Homeopathy in 1993 and was the college director until 2003. He wrote and published four books including A Guide to the Methodologies of Homeopathy and The Tao of Homeopathy.Ian has had a lifelong interest in personal transformation, and he studied and practiced a wide variety of psychological and emotional healing disciplines from 2002 onwards. In 2011 he was introduced to the Three Principles paradigm discovered by Sydney Banks which is revolutionizing the field of mental health; this simple understanding has been a foundational aspect of his work ever since.In 2013, Ian founded The Insight Space as a vehicle for his educational and training programs. Whilst no longer offering individual homeopathic consultations, Ian continues to support and mentor homeopathic students and practitioners in being more effective and learning how to practice with ease, enjoyment and confidence. Ian was particularly inspired in his homeopathic approach by his friend and teacher Dr. Robin Murphy. In this fascinating episode, Ian shares how years in clinical practice eventually led him to seek a deeper understanding of human suffering and healing. Through the work of Sydney Banks and The Three Principles, he discovered a new perspective: that our experience of life is created through thought, and that beneath our thinking lies an innate wisdom available to all of us.We also dive into:✨ Why the practitioner's presence may be just as important as the remedy✨ Reimagining miasms as opportunities for growth rather than inherited burdens✨ The cancer miasm and the journey toward authenticity and individuality✨ How flower essences elevate consciousness and complement homeopathy✨ Why healing often unfolds in spirals, revisiting familiar themes at deeper levels✨ The role of intuition and learning to trust your own inner guidance✨ Ian's transition away from professional homeopathy and what led him there✨ His upcoming book on mental health and why true mental health is so much more than the absence of illnessThis conversation bridges homeopathy, consciousness, emotional healing, and the power of human connection, offering a fresh perspective on what it really means to heal.Connect with Ian:www.theinsightspace.comwww.ianwatsondownloads.comSupport the showFind Heather:Book with HeatherHeather's Free Product Guide with Discount CodesHeather's Instagram Find Vanessa:Vanessa's Instagram Vanessa's Website Free Product Guide with Discount CodesFree Homeopathy at Home Guide 

Yousuf Ahmed, founder of B-Sides, shares how he's challenging the traditional snack industry by focusing on taste, nostalgia, and emotional connection instead of just nutrition labels.We dive into how upcycled ingredients, bold branding, and storytelling can cut through a crowded market - and why many “healthy” brands miss the mark.You'll learn:Why consumers choose snacks based on emotion, not just healthHow nostalgia drives buying behaviorThe power of branding and packaging in food productsLessons from bootstrapping a CPG startupHow to validate a food product before scalingThe role of storytelling and community in brand growthWhether you're a food entrepreneur, brand builder, or just curious about the future of CPG, this episode is packed with insights.Try B-SIDES: https://www.enjoybsides.com/

Agentic AI has taken off in software engineering, but most CIOs still cannot make agents work in everyday knowledge work in the enterprise. Aaron Levie, co-founder and CEO of Box, explains why that gap exists and what enterprises must change to close it. Drawing on what Box sees across its enterprise customer base, including 68% of the Fortune 500, Levie covers data access, verification, budgets, architecture, and the new roles required to realize real value from enterprise AI agents.======This episode is brought to you by Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo™. Ready to scale agentic AI from pilot to production? Join top CIOs and IT executives at Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo, taking place this October 19th through the 22nd in Orlando, Florida. Over 300 Gartner analyst-led sessions will cover top priorities shaping IT—from AI value, governance, and cybersecurity to cost optimization, IT operating models, and beyond. Get practical, actionable insights—and connect with peers tackling the same challenges you are.Secure your spot today at gartner.com/us/symposium.======YOU'LL DISCOVER✅ Why agentic coding raced ahead while knowledge work agents lag, across three properties: text based work, verifiability, and data access✅ The "AI psychosis" pattern Levie says makes CEOs overestimate agents, and why distance from the last mile of work distorts executive judgment✅ Why you should retry a failed AI project roughly every six months as frontier models keep improving✅ The forward-deployed engineer role, internal and external, and why it becomes essential to enterprise AI adoption✅ Why your IT and data architecture, not the model you pick, often determines what you actually get from agents✅ The end of venture-subsidized tokens, and why the line of business, not just IT, now has to own the AI budget✅ Why Levie says you should not vibe-code core systems of record like ERP or CRM, and where agent value actually accrues✅ Value maxing versus token maxing: how to judge AI ROI and avoid a surprise overnight token bill⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 The promise of agentic coding5:11 Why knowledge work resists agents8:52 The AI psychosis trap for CEOs14:57 Be ambitious, then retry in six months17:25 The rise of the forward-deployed engineer21:09 Frontier models need your data architecture27:14 The end of subsidized tokens31:18 How knowledge workers should prepare36:37 Where software value shifts39:03 Reimagining workflows around abundance43:03 Value maxing versus token maxing49:46 Advice for CIOs

A hospital addition does more than just expand and refresh a campus—it can improve wayfinding, make room for new spaces, and prompt a broader rethink of how the environment supports patients, visitors, and staff both operationally and emotionally. We spoke with BWBR Principal Jason Nordling about the Avera McKennan Hospital Women's and Children's Inpatient Addition and Remodel, an exciting project that highlights the complexity, collaboration, and powerful opportunities involved in expanding these services.If you like what we are doing with our podcasts please subscribe and leave us a review!You can also connect with us on any of our social media sites!https://www.facebook.com/BWBRsolutionshttps://twitter.com/BWBRhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/bwbr-architects/https://www.bwbr.com/side-of-design-podcast/

When Skybound announced M.A.S.K. would be joining the Energon Universe, fans immediately had questions. How would Matt Trakker and Miles Mayhem fit alongside Transformers, G.I. Joe, and Void Rivals? Out this week, we sat down with writer Dan Watters and artist Pye Parr to discuss updating the classic property, designing its iconic vehicles, and why M.A.S.K. offers a unique perspective within the larger Energon Universe. We're running the full uncut interview, featuring even more discussion on cool cars, character dynamics, action sequences, and what readers can expect from the series moving forward. Plus, we recap the biggest comics news of the week, share our favorite new releases, and much more. NEWS Absolute Catwoman #1 heads back to press as DC announces 'Absolute Cassandra Cain' one-shot MAD celebrates 600 issues with new material, classic favorites, and Sergio Aragonés cover Batman, Superman, and "Weird Al" Yankovic unite for DC's strangest team-up yet Marvel launches 'Amazing Venom' starring Boomerang's symbiote-powered comeback Marvel returns to the Mangaverse with five-part 25th anniversary event this September Marvel Zombies returns this September with Punisher leading a desperate fight for survival Spider-Woman's 50th anniversary special launches a darker new chapter for Jessica Drew The Rolling Stones team up with Marvel for exclusive ‘Foreign Tongues' vinyl collector series David Colton's growing power takes center stage in new look at 'Avengers: Armageddon' #4 and 'Cap' Dark Horse launches new oversized Marvel Black & White line with Barry Windsor-Smith's landmark Weapon X Daniel Warren Johnson's 'Beta Ray Bill' gets oversized Artist's Edition in 2027 ROM joins the Energon Universe in surprise comic hidden inside 'M.A.S.K.' #1 blind bags Mike Mignola returns to Hell with new two-issue Hellboy story alongside Cyrille Pomès Shredder gets extended! Our Top Books of the Week: Dave: Skate Ali #1 (Sam Humphries, Kelly Sue DeConnick, Natacha Bustos) The Nice House by the Sea #10 (James Tynion IV, Alvaro Martinez Bueno) Chris:​​ Tigress Island #4 (Patrick Kindlon, EPHK) M.A.S.K. #1 (Dan Watters, Pye Parr) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Chris: D'Orc #5 (Brett Bean)  Dave: Jay & Silent Bob: Jays of Future Past #1 (Kevin Smith, Giuseppe Camuncoli) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Chris: Concrete: Stars Over Sand #1 (Paul Chadwick) Dave: The Amazing Spider-Man #31 (Joe Kelly, Patrick Gleason) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: X-Men United #4 (Kris Anka Cover) Chris: Spectacular Spider-Man: Brand New Day #2 (Phil Jimenez and Alex Sinclair Main) Dan Watters Pye Parr - MASK #1 out June 10th  M.A.S.K. has always had a unique place in Hasbro history, sitting somewhere between G.I. Joe, Transformers, and its own thing. What aspects of the original property were most important to preserve, and where did you see opportunities to reinvent it for the Energon Universe? Matt Trakker's introduction is fascinating because he's being hunted by the military, yet it quickly becomes clear he wants to be captured. Why was that the right way to introduce him, and what does it reveal about who he is in this version of M.A.S.K.? Miles Mayhem comes across as both calculating and completely unhinged. His fear of Transformers and extraterrestrial threats gives him a very different motivation than a typical villain. What interested you about making him someone who might see himself as humanity's last line of defense? One of the most exciting ideas in M.A.S.K. has always been vehicles transforming into weapons and armor systems. Pye, what was the challenge of updating those iconic transformations for modern audiences while still capturing the toyetic fun fans expect? Dan, after writing Destro, what was appealing about tackling another corner of the Energon Universe? Did your experience with Destro help shape how you approached M.A.S.K., or did you want this book to have a completely different flavor? The first issue hints at a larger arms race involving technology and weapons that may not even originate on Earth. How much of M.A.S.K. is a spy thriller versus a science-fiction story, and where does it fit tonally alongside Transformers, G.I. Joe, and Void Rivals? Bruce Sato and Gloria Baker are positioned as key new recruits. What qualities do they bring to M.A.S.K. that complement or challenge Matt Trakker's leadership style? The original M.A.S.K. comic debuted in 1987 and had a very different view of global threats and military organizations. Were there any specific elements from that era that you deliberately updated to reflect modern anxieties and geopolitics? Fun question: If you could each claim one M.A.S.K. vehicle and mask from the entire franchise to use in real life for a week, which would you pick and what completely irresponsible thing would you do with it?

Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com This special episode is brought to you by our dear friends at Blood Cancer United. An organization very near and dear to me. I'm here to remind you to give to causes that make a difference. You want to help, but you don't know where to start? Blood Cancer United is at the top of my list. They are the global leader in helping patients and families with blood cancer, and your dollars fund research, patient support, and advocacy. Please give today here: Thank you for supporting this important mission. Learn more and donate here: https://pages.lls.org/voy/nyc/nyclls26/aposner Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tracey Parsons 04:26 The Reality of Work: Jobs vs. Careers 09:08 The Gig Economy: A Shift in Work Dynamics 12:06 The Evolution of Job Discovery 13:08 Behavioral Change in Recruitment 15:32 The Return to Analog: Networking in a Digital Age 17:26 The Creator Economy: Merging Two Worlds 20:46 The Birth of Flockity: A New Vision 21:55 The Art of Presentation and Communication 23:09 Influencer Marketing for Jobs 24:29 Introducing Flokety: A New Approach to Recruitment 25:02 Empowering Employees as Brand Ambassadors 26:20 The Shift Towards Authentic Marketing 27:23 The Staples Baddie Phenomenon 29:33 Control vs. Authenticity in Employer Branding 30:04 Letting Go of Control in Branding 31:50 The Importance of Accountability 35:24 The Future of Recruitment in a Creator Economy 41:50 Meeting Candidates Where They Are 43:28 Defining Success in Personal and Professional Life  

What does the Bible actually say about politics, and how should Christians engage public life in an age of division and polarization? In this inaugural episode of Reimagining Biblical Politics, biblical scholar Michael Rhodes joins co-host Marshall Teague to explore the foundational claim at the heart of Scripture: God reigns. Rather than offering partisan talking points or commentary on current political controversies, Rhodes argues that the Bible presents a rich and often-overlooked vision of political discipleship rooted in the kingdom of God. Drawing from his experiences living and serving in economically marginalized communities in Memphis, Nairobi, and Auckland, Rhodes explains how questions of justice, poverty, public life, and community inevitably led him to reconsider the relationship between faith and politics. The conversation introduces key themes from his book, Reimagining Biblical Politics, including the distinction between "outpost politics"—how God's people live together as citizens of God's kingdom—and "pilgrim politics"—how Christians engage the broader society around them. Listeners will discover why the language of kingdom, gospel, peace, and savior was deeply political in the biblical world, why Scripture offers far more than a few isolated verses on government, and how a renewed understanding of biblical politics can help Christians faithfully navigate public life today. Listen to more of Reimagining Biblical Politics (Click Here) We are listener supported. Give to the cause here: https://hebraicthought.org/give For more articles: https://thebiblicalmind.org/ Social Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebraicThought Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hebraicthought Threads: https://www.threads.net/hebraicthought X: https://www.twitter.com/HebraicThought Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/hebraicthought.org    

The prospect of 24/7 trading for U.S. listed options is no longer a thought experiment—it's an industry conversation already underway. But turning the lights on around the clock is not as simple as flipping a switch. It requires rethinking clearing, collateral, and risk management frameworks; redefining the trading day itself; and ensuring that liquidity, market depth, and investor protections hold up during non-traditional hours. Moderator: Aniceto Solares, Principal, Regulatory Policy, OCC Panelists: Dave Barrett, Head of U.S. Options, Nasdaq Kevin Tyrrell, Vice President, Head of Markets, NYSE: ICE Alicia Crighton, Managing Director, Goldman Sachs Adam Leaman, Chief Commercial Officer, Zerohash This panel is proudly sponsored by BofA Securities.

Kamini Wood reframes the conventional narrative surrounding burnout, arguing that it is not merely an output problem caused by overworking, but a systemic failure that occurs when individuals run on a "survival operating system" for years. For high achievers, standard interventions like vacations and extra sleep fail to provide long-term restoration because they only address surface-level fatigue without soothing a chronically activated sympathetic nervous system. Kamini explains how constant vigilance, monitoring environments, and absorbing others' stress trap the body in a heightened baseline that suppresses vital parasympathetic functions, leading to somatic symptoms like digestive issues, brain fog, and emotional disconnection. Rather than treating this profound depletion as a personal failure or character flaw, listeners are invited to distinguish between basic tiredness and survival burnout, utilizing low-stakes micro-moments of somatic safety and intentional co-regulation to help the nervous system genuinely recalibrate.

Send us Fan MailJulia Novak, CEO & Executive Director of ICMA, the International City/County Management Association, brings together city and county managers, the people who get the work done alongside mayors and councilmembers. Which is why NLC's partnership is so important, as we all put residents' needs first. She oversees all aspects of ICMA, including membership, staff, and implementation of the executive board's strategic objectives. With extensive experience in local government, Julia has served as both a city manager and a deputy city manager.For more information, visit us at nlc.org.

On today's podcast episode, we discuss how technology has changed the way Rainbow's customers research, compare, and ultimately make purchasing decisions; what the retailer has learned about serving customers that higher-end, luxury, and mainstream retailers could benefit from; and why "every AI experiment designed to replace a person failed, while every experiment designed to make a talented person better succeeded."   Tune in to hear the discussion featuring Vice President of Content and host Suzy Davidkhanian, Principal Analyst Zak Stambor, and David Cost, Chief Digital Officer at Rainbow Apparel.   Get more insights like these with our free, industry-leading newsletters covering advertising, marketing, and commerce. Sign up at emarketer.com/newsletters Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/ For sponsorship opportunities contact us: advertising@emarketer.com For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/ Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at podcast@emarketer.com For a transcript of this episode click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-what-every-retailer-learn-value-apparel-shopper-with-rainbow-apparel-reimagining-retail © 2026 EMARKETER   Rokt is the global leader in ecommerce, unlocking real-time relevance in the Transaction Moment. Rokt's AI Brain and Ecommerce Network help the world's leading companies deliver more relevant customer experiences and unlock incremental value from every transaction. Learn more at rokt.com

At some point in all of our lives, we will experience Grief. Thanks to my next guest, we will now have the tools to manage it when it arrives.  Kate Doerge — certified grief coach, founder of Penny's Flight Foundation, and author of Reimagining Grief (out June 16th) — has lost her father, her mother, and her daughter Penny at sixteen to neurofibromatosis-related glioblastoma. And in every case, she chose light over dark, faith over fear. She reached for signs, she moved her body, she turned her pain into a foundation that has raised over $6 million for neurofibromatosis research. This episode is about what grief can look like when you refuse to let it define you — and the five actions that can help you get there.00:00:03 Introduction 00:04:20 Kate's Losses and Her Father's Advice00:08:55 Losing Her Mother Five Days Before Christmas 00:11:14 Rejecting the Five Stages of Grief 00:13:34 Penny, Neurofibromatosis, and the Love Cocoon 00:27:29 The Five Actions for Moving Through Grief 00:29:50 Movement and the Neuroscience of Grief 00:34:18 Signs, Faith, and Sunshine People 00:45:38 Changing the Language Around Grief 00:48:02 Penny and the Prom 00:52:37 The Book Tour and Penny's Flight Fam Jam 00:59:24 OutroHosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

What if everything we've been taught about mourning is completely archaic? In this deeply emotional and beautifully raw episode, Heather sits down with her lifelong friend, Kate Doerge—a certified grief coach, motivational speaker, author, and nonprofit founder. After tragically losing her 16-year-old daughter, Penny, to Neurofibromatosis (NF1) in 2022, Kate and her family made a radical choice: they chose to feed their faith, starve their fear, and throw out the traditional mold of dark, sorrowful mourning. Instead, they chose to flood their lives with love, light, and celebration. In this episode, Heather and Kate dive deep into: Redefining Grief: Why choosing joy after a devastating loss isn't a betrayal to your loved one—it's the ultimate tribute. The Story of Penny's Flight: How Penny lived more in her 16 years than most do in a hundred, and how her legacy is fueling a revolution to find a cure for NF. Shifting the Rhetoric: Better ways to show up for grieving friends instead of just saying "I'm so sorry" or "I can't imagine." Lifespan vs. Wingspan: Embracing the truth that some souls are meant to come into this world fast and furious, leaving an impact that transcends time. "We are all going to hit the mat in life. It's all about how we decide to get back up." Grab a box of tissues, lean into your intuition, and join Heather and Kate for a groundbreaking conversation on navigating Earth University, finding your flow through the darkest waters, and learning how to love our people differently once they've passed to the other side. Kate's new book, Reimagining Grief: Finding a New Path to Healing, Strength, and Joy After Loss, is available everywhere books and audiobooks are sold. To learn more about Penny's legacy and how to support the mission to cure neurofibromatosis, follow @PennysFlight on Instagram or visit PennysFlight.org. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S10 E4—Do you ever wonder what your life would look like if you had made different decisions a long time ago? Author Karen Swallow Prior joins Amy Julia Becker for a conversation about regret, human limitations, and her experience of not having children. Together, they explore what it means to face the losses of the past while remaining open to the unexpected opportunities and possibilities that can emerge alongside them.00:00 Introduction to Personal Narratives04:22 Navigating Infertility and Ethical Dilemmas07:10 The Role of Faith and Community in Decision-Making11:01 Control, Risk, and Reproductive Technologies17:30 The Intersection of Calling and Life Choices20:57 Navigating Regret, Limits, and Choices25:07 Historical Context of Childlessness29:07 Imagination and Reality in Family Dynamics37:25 Reimagining the Good Life Without ChildrenMENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Christianity Today essay by Karen Swallow Prior: “The Birds and the Bees, Babies and Me”Institute for Family Studies essay by Amy Julia Becker: “Confessions of a Middle-Aged Mother”You Have a Calling: Finding Your Vocation in the True, Good, and Beautiful by Karen Swallow PriorThe Midnight Library by Matt Haig_SUBSCRIBE to Amy Julia's Substack: amyjuliabecker.substack.comWATCH this conversation on YouTube: Amy Julia Becker on YouTubeJOIN the conversation on Instagram: @amyjuliabeckerLISTEN to more episodes: amyjuliabecker.com/shows/_ABOUT OUR GUEST:Karen Swallow Prior, Ph.D. is the 2025-26 Karlson Scholar at Bethel Seminary. She is a popular writer and speaker, a contributing writer for The Dispatch, and a columnist for Religion News Service. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Atlantic, Vox, The Washington Post, Christianity Today, and many other places. Her most recent book is You Have a Calling: Finding Your Vocation in the True, Good, and Beautiful (Brazos 2025).CONNECT with Karen: karenswallowprior.comFacebook: Karen Swallow PriorInstagram: karenswallowpriorX: @KSPrior Substack: @karenswallowprior__We want to hear your thoughts. Send us a text!Connect with me:InstagramFacebookYouTubeWebsiteThanks for listening! 

What if the reason your idea isn't working isn't the idea itself, but the questions you're asking before you build it?About This EpisodeTracy Brandenburg has taught design thinking at Stanford's d.school, built three programs at Cornell, and helped student entrepreneurs go from "I already know the answer" to actually talking to real humans and learning something.Tracy unpacks what design thinking really means, where it comes from, and why it might be the most practical tool a social entrepreneur can have.Tracy started as a cultural anthropologist, showed up at Stanford not knowing why she was there, and ended up running design thinking workshops on her living room floor with popsicle sticks and craft supplies. From there it grew into JetBlue airport fieldwork, Cornell university programs, and now work with student entrepreneurs at Denison University's Red Labs.The conversation covers the full arc of the design thinking process, from building empathy and asking better questions to prototyping, pivoting, and integrating what you learn. Tracy is honest about what students consistently struggle with: getting out of the classroom to talk to strangers, and letting go of an idea when the feedback tells them to.There's also a genuinely fun tangent about designing your life the same way you'd design a product, and what a pirate surf camp in Costa Rica has to do with finding your calling.Episode in a glance00:00 Introduction to Design Thinking and Its Impact01:30 How an anthropologist ended up at Stanford's d.school03:26 Empathy as the foundation of design thinking05:44 From living room workshops to university programs08:35 Getting students to talk to strangers and what actually helps12:30 Applying design thinking with student entrepreneurs at Denison15:15 Why pivoting is the hardest skill to teach17:34 Designing your life like a prototype 221:54 Reimagining the Rust Belt with design thinking24:20 What Tracy wants to build next in social innovationAbout the GuestTracy Brandenburg is a design thinking trainer, anthropologist, and social innovator who has taught at Stanford's d.school, pioneered three design thinking programs at Cornell, and currently leads design thinking work at Denison University's Red Labs. She is also the founder of Reimagining the Rust Belt, a social innovation project in her hometown of Middletown, Ohio.Connect with Tracy and her work:→ tracydesign.rocks→ LinkedIn

In this episode, we chat about what church discipline could look like for our people, our cultures and for the building up of the church.

Today we unpack the massive global hack of the Canvas Learning Management System in May 2026 that impacted some 9000 education institutions and stole an estimated 275 million users' data. To discuss this event and its implications with me is Claire Bond Potter. Claire Bond Potter is Professor of History emeritus at The New School for Social Research, author of the Political Junkie Substack, and creator of Why Now?, a political-history podcast . Her latest article in Chronicle of Higher Education is entitled Kill Canvas. Now. freshedpodcast.com/potter -- Get in touch! LinkedIn: @FreshEdpodcast Facebook: FreshEd Email: info@freshedpodcast.com

189 Cumulus: Reimagining Digital Memorials and Legacy with Architect-Founder Alexander Josephson Host Marie Betcher, a registered nurse and former hospice nurse, interviews Alexander Josephson, creator of Cumulus, a Toronto/New York-based digital memorial platform designed as an immersive "memory cloud" where families can store and experience photos, videos, notes, and other legacy content in VR-accessible spaces, with mapping for gravesites or ash scatterings. Josephson shares how repeated family encounters with death—his grandparents' passing, his grandmother's Lewy body dementia, and his father's cancer, chemotherapy, and near-fatal COVID ICU stay—inspired him to build a trusted digital "place" for remembrance beyond gravestones or genealogy. He explains collaboration features, admin controls, next-of-kin account transfer, pricing tiers, and plans for a perpetuity trust, noting current users and rollout to funeral homes and cemeteries. He closes with: "Love, love hard." 00:00 Welcome and Disclaimer 00:42 Meet Alex and Cumulus 02:38 Why Digital Memorials Matter 04:36 Family Losses and Inspiration 07:48 Dad the Doctor and ICU Journey 10:15 Near Death Visions and MAID 13:17 How Cumulus Works 16:08 Legacy Beyond Family Trees 17:42 Plans Pricing and Growth 21:38 Grief Message and Meaning 22:47 Sci Fi Comparisons 24:23 Find Cumulus and Final Words 25:43 Podcast Closing   https://www.cumulus.world/ If you want to help, you can donate to help support Hospice Explained at the Buy me a Coffee link   https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice  Hospice Explained Affiliates & Contact Information Buying from these Affilite links will help support this Podcast.  Maire introduces a partnership with Suzanne Mayer RN inventor of the  cloud9caresystem.com,  When patients remain in the same position for extended periods, they are at high risk of developing pressure injuries, commonly known as bedsores. One of the biggest challenges caregivers face is the tendency for pillows and repositioning inserts to easily dislodge during care.(Suzanne is a former guest on Episode #119) When you order with Cloud 9 care system, please tell them you heard about them from Hospice Explained.(Thank You) Marie's Contact Marie@HospiceExplained.com www.HospiceExplained.com   Finding a Hospice Agency 1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency, 2. choose Find provider 3. Choose Hospice 4. then add your zip code This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

The study of French science fiction – even in France – remains an underexploited field. Only recently have French literary scholars been able to gain recognition for the validity of studying SF, but their works are often literary histories. Reimagining the Human in Contemporary French Science Fiction (Liverpool UP, 2023) is the first book-length study to take into account both French and Anglo-American intellectual trends, theories, and SF scholarship and apply them to a corpus of French works. It shows how contemporary French SF imagines two broad philosophical inquiries into the powerful, yet terrifying geological age of the Anthropocene: posthumanism and transhumanism. While the posthumanist perspective calls attention to the interdependence and co-evolution of humans and nonhumans within a complex ecosystem of life, the transhumanist view of coping with the Anthropocene offers more pragmatic, tool-based solutions, rather than a reworking of the human imagination. Given the history of philosophical thought's entanglement with literature in France, French SF can tell us a lot about this existential crisis of Anthropos as both destroyer and savior of worlds and bodies alike. With a focus on encounters between humans, nonhumans, and posthumans in selected works, this book investigates both the immaterial (the psychological state of the mind) and material (the body) stakes of posthumanist or transhumanist thinking in French SF. Guest Christina Lord is Associate Professor of French at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. As a scholar of French and francophone studies and science fiction (sf) studies, she often writes about nonhuman beings in literary and visual storytelling. In addition to Reimagining the Human She has published essays in Nineteenth-Century French Studies, Oeuvres et Critiques, Studies in the Fantastic, and European Comic Art, among others. She also serves as contributing editor for the section on “Speculative Studies in French” for the bibliographic journal, The Year's Work in Modern Language Studies. Her current research focuses on transnational and transmedial processes of circulation, recycling, and adaptation of sf imagery and narratives. Her current work focuses on the "alien aesthetic" of Denis Villeneuve's sf films and the iconography of mid-twentieth century French comics, Valérian et Laureline. Host Gina Stamm is Associate Professor of French at The University of Alabama, with research concentrated on the environmental humanities and speculative literatures of the 20th and 21st centuries, from Surrealism to contemporary science fiction and feminist utopias, in Metropolitan France and the francophone Caribbean, with a book manuscript underreview on posthumanist ecological engagement in the surrealist movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of CosmicRX Radio, we sit down with Cosmic Baddie and publicist Crystina Rowntree to discuss a values-driven, heart-centered approach to expanding your visibility, stepping into your authentic message, and calling in your true energetic community. Together they share the importance of sharing your story and speaking your truths, as well as how to combat imposter syndrome and embrace a smaller audience.Crystina Rowntree is a passionate creative with over 10 years of experience in public relations, strategic partnerships, media communications, and talent management. She has had the pleasure of working in many industries including radio, podcasting, beauty, and concerts and events. In 2024, Crystina left corporate life to provide embodied and affordable services to entrepreneurs and creatives who inspire her (like you!) Nothing lights her up more than working with diverse voices, changemakers, founders, thought leaders, and small businesses aiming to do more good for their audience and the world at large.

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Klasko, Chief Executive Officer, Health Assurance Foundation, discusses his vision for transforming healthcare through health assurance, AI, and human-centered innovation. He shares how the new foundation aims to improve health equity, support caregivers, rethink medical education, and create practical proof points for a future where technology and people work together to deliver better outcomes.

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This is the Live Call-in Show from this past Sunday night, May 24, 2026! Mike was in the Studio solo for this show as Scott was down at Walt Disney World for the holiday weekend!  During the hour, we discussed all of the new openings at Walt Disney World this past week, including the Muppets coming to Rock-n-Roller Coaster, the Mandelorian & Grogu coming to Smugglers Run, Soarin' Across America, the updated Animation Courtyard, Bluey (coming soon!) to Disney's Animal Kingdom & more!  We also get some great trip reports from both Disneyland and Walt Disney World, talked about an upcoming trip for a family to Walt Disney World in a couple of weeks and much more!  Come join us in the BOGP Clubhouse this week at www.beourguestpodcast.com/discord. Please visit our website at www.beourguestpodcast.com. Thank you so much for your support of our podcast! Also, please follow the show on Twitter @BeOurGuestMike and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/beourguestpodcast. Become a patron of the Be Our Guest Podcast over at www.patreon.com/BeOurGuestPodcast. Thanks to our friends at The Magic For Less Travel for sponsoring today's podcast!