Podcasts about relearning

Living alone changes you. It sharpens self-reliance, quiets outside noise, and teaches you how to meet your own needs. And then—sometimes by choice, sometimes by circumstance—you find yourself beginning again, re-entering shared spaces, relationships, or a more outward-facing life. On this episode of Motherhood Talk Radio, Sandra Beck explores what it means to begin again after a period of living alone. This conversation looks at the tension between independence and connection, the discomfort of adjusting to others after deep solitude, and the fear of losing the hard-won clarity that came from standing on your own. This episode isn't about rushing back into roles or relationships to fill space. It's about choosing connection consciously—bringing forward the strength, boundaries, and self-knowledge you developed while alone. Living alone wasn't a detour. It was a chapter that prepared you for what comes next.

In today's episode, I'm coming to you fresh from surf camp in Sri Lanka with reflections on slowing down, mastering your focus, and what real power looks like in this new era. Relearning to surf reminded me to go slow to go fast and stay in my own lane. I share the difference between being out of alignment and simply out of your comfort zone, why the nuance of your design matters, and why this season is about not scratching the itch when distractions, drama, or old patterns try to pull you off course.This episode is extra special because it's episode 100 of the Secret Podcast. To celebrate 100 episodes on the inside, we're sharing this one on the main feed so you can get a taste of what it's like behind the scenes. The Secret Podcast is where I go deeper, get more raw, and share the real-time downloads, reflections and energetic recalibrations that don't always make it to the main show.If you love this episode and want more of this energy, you can join us inside here:https://thehumandesignpodcast.supercast.com/I trust you will get what you need from this episode, and make sure you come let me know how it resonated with you on instagram @the_human_design_coachBig love,MxxOTHER RESOURCESWant more on Human Design? Explore the ways to get involved below:Get Your Free Human Design Chart: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/get-your-chartThe Feminine Success Framework: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/feminine-success-frameworkMaggie - Magnetic by Design AI: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/maggieThe HDx Collective: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/collectiveHuman Design Unhinged: https://www.humandesignunhinged.com/Secret Podcast: The Human Design Podcast (Unhinged): https://thehumandesignpodcast.supercast.com/Instagram @the_human_design_coachMusic: Spark Of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comSupport the show

Roger welcomes Samuel Goldman, associate professor of humanities at the University of Florida's Hamilton School for Classical and Civic Education and TFAS faculty member, for a conversation about American political thought, civic education and the ideas that sustain a free society. Goldman reflects on his academic journey, his work teaching TFAS students in Washington and his commitment to helping young people engage seriously with the founding principles of the United States. They discuss Goldman's approach to teaching the Declaration of Independence by reading it closely and treating it as a carefully constructed argument about the purposes of government. Goldman explains how studying Jefferson's writings, “The Federalist Papers” and “The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin” helps students understand both the ideals and the imperfections of the American founding. They also explore the growth of civic centers such as the Hamilton School, the decline of civic literacy in K-12 education, the role of religion in public life, the influence of Adam Smith and how the founders might assess the condition of the republic 250 years later.The Liberty + Leadership Podcast is hosted by TFAS president Roger Ream and produced by Podville Media. If you have a comment or question for the show, please email us at podcast@TFAS.org. To support TFAS and its mission, please visit TFAS.org/support.Support the show

Ashley Kendi and Tabby Divine dive into the journey of unlearning hurt and relearning love. Reflecting on how upbringing, family dynamics, and past wounds shape the way we show up in relationships, they explore the importance of healing, self-awareness, and inviting God into our broken places. This honest conversation offers hope for anyone longing to build healthier, safer, and more loving connections.#citamchurchonline #ChurchEverydayGet in touch with us:http://www.citam.org/churchonline@citam.org(+254) 784 277 277(+254) 728 221 221

Stop trying to "let go." In this episode of The Vibe With Ky Podcast, Thomas Attig explains why closure is a myth and how to love in separation.This season is sponsored by Sucreabeille, creators of the gender-neutral scent "Why Did I Walk Into This Room?" available at https://sucreabeille.com/products/why-did-i-walk-into-this-roomKy and Thomas discuss the difference between passive sadness and active grieving. They explain how to carry loved ones with you instead of leaving them behind. This conversation offers a practical roadmap for anyone feeling the physical weight of loss.Key Takeaways:Why the five stages model fails most grievers.How to love in separation without forgetting.Ways to handle the physical brain fog of grief.Thomas Attig Website: https://griefsheart.com/Join The Vibe With Ky: https://thevibewithky.comMental Health Hub: https://thevibewithky.com/mental-health-resources-hubInstagram: https://instagram.com/thevibewithkyPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/thevibewithkyFacebook Subscriber Hub: https://www.facebook.com/thevibewithky/subscribe/Disclaimer: I am not a licensed mental health professional. Please seek professional help if needed.

In today's episode, Elizabeth sits down with Lee Tilghman to talk about dating, self worth, and redefining wellness after years in the public eye. Lee shares how raising her standards, reconnecting with her intuition, and building a full life of her own led her to meeting her partner and getting engaged on a nontraditional timeline.They discuss dating in your thirties, not settling, and the difference between feeling ready and actually being ready. Lee also opens up about her early rise in the wellness space, stepping away from social media, and what it looked like to rebuild her relationship with wellness, identity, and nervous system regulation on her own terms.Follow Lee Tilghman:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leefromamericaFollow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessprocesspodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thewellnessprocessYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWellnessProcessSponsors:Use my code TWPBOGO to get their bamboo and Sutton collection at cozyearth.comUse coupon code TWP to save 15% at boncharge.comTonal is offering our listeners $200 off your Tonal purchase with promo code WELLNESS at tonal.comUse code WELLNESS at monarch.com for half off your first year. Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this up close and personal conversation, Dr. Dan Wallace opens up about his faith journey, a devastating health crisis that radically disrupted his memory, and the remarkable experience of having to relearn Greek—using his own textbook.Known worldwide for his work in biblical Greek and New Testament manuscripts, Dr. Wallace shares a side of his story that's rarely told: suffering, perseverance, calling, and the discipline of lifelong learning. We talk about what it means to pursue scholarship as an act of faith, why biblical languages still matter, and how loss reshaped the way he teaches, studies, and serves the Church.This episode is not just about Greek or academia—it's about vocation, endurance, and trusting God through seasons of weakness and rebuilding.#podcast #bible #jesus #christ #interview #biblestudy #languagelearning #scholarship #illness #testimony #faith #greek #education #god #godisgood #scripture #wordofgod #story #storytime #storytelling ***GlossaHouse resources are available at our website! - https://glossahouse.com/✏️ ***Sign up for classes with GlossaHouse U - https://glossahouse.com/pages/classes

Send us a textWhat if desire in marriage isn't dangerous… but divine?In this episode, Chelsey repaints intimacy through a biblical lens, dismantling the quiet shame many Christian wives carry around desire, passion, and enjoyment in marriage.You'll discover why God designed desire on purpose, how the enemy twists it through shame and fear, and why true intimacy can't be manufactured—it flows from safety, surrender, and right heart posture.Inside this episode:Why desire is holy inside covenantHow shame disconnects women from their bodiesWhat Scripture actually says about intimacyWhy safety awakens desire—not effortHow God restores delight without pressure or performanceIf intimacy has felt tense, numb, or confusing, this episode will gently—but powerfully—reorient your heart back to God's design. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I help Christian wives surrender fully, live Spirit-led, and be set apart according to God's design in marriage, motherhood, and life."Ready for a next step? If this episode stirred something deeper and you're ready to move from insight into surrender, I created a short guided experience called From Awareness to Surrender. This mini course includes three short teachings, a guided exercise, and a prayer recorded over you to help you stop cycling and start responding differently—rooted in surrender, not striving.

Relearning basic movements like rolling, crawling, and squatting restores smoother coordination and reduces the fear-driven stiffness that worsens chronic low back pain A 12-week movement retraining program improved balance, daily function, and confidence by teaching participants how to move without triggering pain A structured walking routine nearly doubled the time people stayed pain-free after a flare, giving them longer stretches of normal movement and fewer recurrences Breaking up long sitting periods by even 40 minutes a day kept pain from worsening, showing that small increases in daily movement meaningfully change back pain trajectories Combining movement retraining, steady walking, less sitting, and mindful daily habits offers a practical, accessible strategy for easing chronic low back pain and preventing flare-ups

What if the hardest part of healing isn't pain — but joy? John Kim talks with Dr. MC McDonald about grief, intimacy, self-trust, and the quiet ways we hide when connection feels unsafe. MC shares why joy has been the hardest emotion to let in, and how learning to feel safe again changes everything. A grounded, human conversation about healing while still figuring it out.

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Yadi, an anthropologist and fellow Puerto Rican living in Australia, to talk about what it really means to live far from your motherland and still keep your culture alive. There are less than 1% Latinos in Australia. There are even fewer Puerto Ricans. No restaurants. No food. No community hubs. No shared language in the streets. And yet… here we are. This conversation was inspired by Bad Bunny bringing his global tour to Australia, selling out two massive shows, and reminding us how deeply culture lives in the body, especially when you're far from home. We talk about diaspora, displacement, identity, grief for the motherland, and the responsibility of keeping culture alive for our children when it's not reinforced by the environment around us. This episode is for anyone who has ever: • Left their home country • Missed their people, food, music, or language • Felt invisible in a dominant culture • Had to become the culture carrier • Built family and community from scratch ✨ IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: • What it's like being Puerto Rican in a country that doesn't know Puerto Rico • The grief and beauty of living in diaspora • Relearning what our grandmothers knew instinctively • Raising children with cultural pride far away from home • Why music, food, and language matter more than we think • Finding each other when “your people” barely exist • Celebrating Puerto Rican identity in a non-latin country

As we have stepped into 2026, many of us are exhausted—not just mentally, but physically—from a world that rewards stillness and productivity over health. In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, guest host Sana sits down with Pedro Wunderlich, founder of Wakeout, to challenge everything we've been taught about exercise. This conversation reframes movement as a natural, human need rather than a punishing task or moral test. Pedro shares how modern infrastructure, corporate culture, and the fitness industry have normalized sitting, discomfort, and disconnection from the body. From questioning ergonomic chairs to calling out hustle culture, this episode explores how small, intuitive movements throughout the day can restore not just physical health, but emotional clarity, connection, and joy. This is a powerful reminder that movement doesn't need to hurt to heal—and that your body isn't broken, it's just been ignored. About the Guest: Pedro Wunderlich is the founder of Wakeout, an award-winning movement app named Apple's App of the Year. Based in Guatemala, Pedro has designed nearly 3,000 natural movements to help people break free from sedentary lifestyles and reconnect with their bodies in gentle, human ways. Key Takeaways: Movement is not performance or punishment—it's communication Sitting less matters more than exercising harder Modern life is designed against our bodies, not for them Small movements throughout the day can transform mental health Your body, mind, and emotions are one integrated system Connect with the guest: https://wakeout.app/  LinkedIn Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life ? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

In this episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich sits down with farmers and authors Staci and Jeremy Hill of Gooseberry Bridge Farm to explore a decades-long shift: how much everyday knowledge has disappeared in just a few generations. From growing and preserving food to involving kids in real, meaningful work, this conversation is about reclaiming skills that once made ordinary life possible and still matter more than we realize. We talk about seasonal living, raising capable kids, why a full pantry isn't fear-driven but thoughtful, and how learning to work for your food changes the way you see time, effort, and family life. This episode is about is about remembering what used to work and choosing a more grounded way forward. Get your copy of The Preserver's Garden here Learn more about the Hills at https://www.gooseberrybridge.com Follow the Hills on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/gooseberrybridgefarm/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome Cleveland-native Jordan Carter! A conversation full of laughter, good hangs, and true words of wisdom, join us for Ep. 80 as we dive deep into Jordan's unique journey to Nashville as a professional drummer and music director. Hailing from small-town Cleveland, Jordan followed his passion for the drums from a young age, pursuing higher education at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, where he would live and work for the next 12 years playing with artists such as Oompa, Sing, Lisa Bello, Louie Bello, Marcela Cruz, among others. Jordan moved to Nashville in 2022 and currently plays for artists such as Kaylee Rose, Slim Gambill, and Aveva. Jordan reminisces about influential figures from his time at Berklee and discusses the importance of community, patience, and self-discovery. Jordan offers insights into the role of a music director, the importance of effective communication, and the challenges of adapting to Nashville's diverse and talented pool of musicians. We hope you enjoy! Chapters:0:00 Intro1:13 Welcome, Jordan! 2:46 From Cleveland to Nashville 3:26 Relearning the Drums: Challenges and Growth 23:11 Drum Box (Sponsor) 23:53 Boston Days at Berklee 40:15 Discovering Nashville's Music Scene 57:08 Low Boy Beaters (Sponsor) 57:53 Finding the Right Gig 1:03:43 Drum Supply (Sponsor) 1:04:43 Memorable Shows and Venues 1:12:16 Drumming Influences 1:24:08 The Role of a Music Director 1:33:32 Therapy and Self-Improvement 1:40:19 Music City Audiology (Sponsor) 1:41:02 Madden, Harry Potter, Closing Questions 1:51:23 OutroThank you to our Episode Sponsors:Drum Boxhttps://drumbox.spaceDrum Supplyhttps://www.drumsupply.comLow Boy Beatershttps://lowboybeaters.comMusic City Audiologyhttp://musiccityaudiology.comConnect with Jordan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordancarter.musicWebsite: https://www.jordancartermusic.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JordanCarterMusic Featured in this Episode:"Sade" - Sing"Joy Back" - OompaSupport the showConnect with us:WebsiteInstagramTikTokYouTubeFacebookRecorded at Garden Groove Recording Space, Nashville, TNPodcast Artwork: GENUINE CREATIVE ART ⓒ 2026 Nashville Drummers Podcast, LLC

Listen to the full podcast: https://bit.ly/SKMPJAMESIn this episode, Abel James joins us for a deep and unfiltered conversation about recovery, resilience, and staying human in an increasingly automated world. Abel opens up about surviving a brutal car accident, navigating long-term physical and neurological recovery, and what it forced him to relearn about health, patience, and adaptive capacity. We explore why modern systems often fail people when they're most vulnerable and how community, preparation, and personal responsibility can make the difference between breaking down and rebuilding stronger. We also discuss music as a healing practice, why art must come from effort not automation, and how subtraction may be the key to a better future. This is a grounded, thoughtful exploration of survival, meaning, and building a life that's resilient to chaos.Follow Abel:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abeljams/X: https://x.com/AbelJamesWebsite: https://app.abeljames.com/00:00 Introduction02:10 The Car Accident and Near-Death Moment06:15 Recovery Reality and Trusting the Body10:05 Fear of Hospitals and Modern Medicine14:20 Community Showing Up When It Matters18:45 Why the Internet Feels Broken23:30 AI Slop vs Real Human Thought28:40 Attention Hijacking and Algorithm Incentives34:10 Music as Therapy and Regulation45:20 Movement Balance and Relearning the Body49:01 Listen to the Full Episode in SupercastListen to the complete episodes of Sky King's Mental Playground, sign up at skmp.supercast.comFollow Sky on XSubscribe on YouTubeFollow Sky on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textWelcome to the 6th Anniversary of the Damn Dude Podcast!This is Season 6, Episode 1!First episode of the brand new season....what have we got in store?- First off, thank you guys for tuning in and making it this far with us along this journey! It's an honor to be with you all who listen from around the world!- Happy 7th Birthday to my son, Royal!!- Being able to recognize and acknowledge that the best we knew and were able to do in our 20's/younger age, is not even close to adequate in this current day and age- Acknowledging our progress in relation to our old "best" to our current best or efforts.-Reparenting ourselves matter how good or bad our parents did raising us- Learning to purposely parent without short cuts- Providing comfort and softness without dropping or losing discipline or raising bratty kids- New school and Old school parenting.....what do the kiddos actually think of how they being raised?- Not needing to rock with an identity or persona for people to know who we are- Being ourselves with people when they have no knowledge of our history/past- And 2 special guests pop in and give their incredibly innocent take on all these subjects.....LOVE ALLRemember to say 3 things you're Grateful for every morning and every night!- Available on all major platforms!IG: @LoveAllCalAvailable on all major platforms: https://damndudepodcast.buzzsprout.com/- Apple Podcasts- Buzzspout- Spotify- Audible- Google Podcasts- Amazon Music- iTunes- Stitcher- iHeart Radio- TuneIn + Alexa- Podcast Addict- PodChaser- Pocket Casts- Deezer- Listen Notes- Player Fm- Podcast Index- Overcast- Castro- Castbox- Podfriend- YouTubeDaaaaaaamn Duuuuuude!!!!!Be sure to leave a 5 Star written review on Apple Podcast/Listen Notes! :)If you love and support the movement and the show, please feel free to make a donation to the Damn Dude Podcast!(link below)Much Love, Love All.#WeCleanPlanet Info:https://www.wecleanplanet.com/To Donate to #WeCleanPlanet:https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_donations&business=sebastian%40wecleanplanet.com&item_name=Unite+and+Empower+Community+Leaders+for+a+CleanPlanet¤cy_code=USD&source=urlSupport the showIG: @LoveAllCal

In this episode of The Better Life, Dr. Pinkston sits down with renowned philosopher and author Thomas Attig to tackle one of life’s most difficult and avoided subjects: death and grieving. Moving beyond the common "five stages" model, Thomas shares his unique existential approach to loss. He explains that grieving isn't just a reaction that washes over us—it is an active response where we must reconstruct our daily lives and redirect our personal histories. Dr. Pinkston and Thomas explore the concept of "dancing with the mysteries," encouraging listeners to embrace their fragile humanity—including vulnerability and impermanence—rather than fighting against it. Key topics discussed include: Why contemporary medicine often fails to address the deep emotional work of grieving. The difference between Everyday Problems (managed by the ego) and Mysteries (responded to by the soul). How to find "wise people" in your own life who can listen without judgment. Practical insights from Thomas's books, Seeking Wisdom in Death’s Shadow and Catching Your Breath in Grief. Understanding the Active Process of Grief Thomas Attig emphasizes that grieving is a dual experience involving both passive suffering and active engagement. FeatureGrief as Reaction (Passive)Grief as Response (Active)ExperienceFeelings of sadness and distress "washing over" you.Re-learning how to live in a world that has changed.ActionCrying, screaming, or waiting for time to heal the wound.Reshaping daily routines and finding new meaning.FocusThe emotional "hit" of the loss.The intentional effort to put a life back together.Export to SheetsThe Four Constants of Fragile Humanity Dr. Pinkston and Thomas discuss four essential truths that humans often try to deny, which can lead to chronic unhappiness. To live with integrity, we must accept that we are: Small and Insignificant in the grand scale of the universe. Susceptible to Suffering and physical pain. Living in Uncertainty without all the answers. Impermanent and susceptible to dying. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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What happens when a child suddenly loses the ability to walk – and the answers aren't structural, surgical, or pharmaceutical? In this episode, Garrett sits down with George James and Katie, the mother of 9-year-old Jodie, to share an extraordinary and deeply human story of Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), resilience, and recovery. In this conversation, we explore: Jodie's sudden onset of FND after fainting during a field hockey game, and the loss of walking, speech, and confidence The emotional and logistical journey of navigating a misunderstood condition George's decision to travel from the UK to Kenya for a 5-day intensive The clinical framework for approaching FND, including an emphasis on sensory input, play, and nervous system retraining  Broader takeaways from this story and what it teaches us about neuroplasticity, graded exposure, "deconstructing" movement patterns like gait, and more This story is an inspiring example of patience, trust, and the remarkable adaptability of the human nervous system, with some extremely valuable clinical insights mixed in.  

In this episode, Carrie sits down with Blessing Afa Jumbo, a wife, mother, and writer, who shares her courageous journey with OCD—how intrusive thoughts, postpartum struggles, and performance-based faith shaped her view of God, and how grace, proper treatment, and healthier theology have brought healing and hope.Episode Highlights:How OCD can disguise itself as spiritual conviction, warfare, or responsibility, placing unbearable pressure on the ChristianThe heavy burden of performance-based faith and the fear of failing God as a Christian and a motherPostpartum OCD and harm-related intrusive thoughts, and the courage it takes to name them for what they areFinding freedom through proper support, including medication and therapy, alongside faith.Relearning the heart of God as loving and gracious, not punitive.Connect with Blessing:https://calledtopriesthood.com/about/https://www.instagram.com/beingayomide/Explore the Christians Learning ICBT training: https://carriebock.com/training/ Carrie's services and courses: carriebock.com/services/ carriebock.com/resources/Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/christianfaithandocd/and like our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/christianfaithandocd for the latest updates and sneak peeks.

In this episode of Life in Motion, Jeremy reconnects with Sydney Williams, founder of Hiking My Feelings, to explore her newest project: ReciprocityRx.What began as a personal healing journey through hiking has evolved into a powerful framework that reframes nature not as a resource to consume, but as a relationship to honor. Sydney shares how time on the trail helped her navigate trauma, chronic illness, and burnout. Plus why prescribing time outdoors without teaching reciprocity puts both people and public lands at risk.ReciprocityRx blends time in nature with stewardship, reflection, and action, offering practical ways to reconnect with the land while giving something back. From Indigenous wisdom to modern healthcare, this conversation offers a new perspective on outdoor wellness, stewardship, and what it means to truly heal with the land, not from it.Life in Motion is brought to you by Actual Outdoors. They help build beautiful brands that highlight the approachable and authentic parts of outdoor recreation. Said simply - they “keep it real”. Find them online at actualoutdoors.com or on Instagram at @actualoutdoors.Tweet us and let us know what you think of this episode! @illuminecollectFind more episodes at www.illuminecollect.com/blogs/life-in-motion-podcastSince 2017 Illumine has donated over $50,298 to outdoor nonprofits and shared over 255 stories on the Life in Motion Podcast.

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After years away from Magic: The Gathering, a Christmas gift (the Avatar: The Last Airbender box set) has the host seriously considering a comeback. This quick solo segment breaks down the full 2026 MTG release schedule and which sets feel like the real “must-watch” moments.Along the way, there's a candid take on Universes Beyond fatigue versus how hard the art and themes can pull you back in, plus a few personal hype picks (especially The Hobbit and a full-on Star Trek set). The episode wraps with a plan to relearn the game, shoutouts to friends who keep up with MTG content, and an open invite for listener tips.00:00 Getting pulled back into MTG after years away (thanks to the Avatar box set)00:18 The 2026 schedule rundown: what's coming and when00:32 Universes Beyond thoughts: why crossovers pushed me away, and why I still get tempted00:45 The Hobbit set hype and why Middle-earth fits MTG so well01:00 Reality Fracture as the final in-universe set of the year01:04 Star Trek in November: instant buy, all eras, and my personal wish list01:17 Relearning the game and leaning on creators for pointers01:32 Listener call: what should I be paying attention to?2026 is stacked, and it's easy to feel overwhelmed if you're trying to keep up with every release.Universes Beyond is still the most divisive part of the schedule, but the right IP can absolutely reignite interest.The Hobbit feels like the crossover that naturally clicks with MTG's fantasy DNA.Star Trek is the personal “all-in” set, especially with multiple eras represented.If you've fallen off MTG, having a simple re-entry plan helps: pick one set, relearn the basics, find a community, then expand.“I'm thinking about getting back into Magic: The Gathering. Haven't played it in years.”“This is one of the reasons I kind of stopped caring about MTG… because they were starting to bring in other brands.”“When they did Lord of the Rings and that artwork. Holy cow.”“November… it is a Star Trek set. I will make sure to own for sure.”If you enjoyed the quick rundown, subscribe to Geek Freaks Headlines, leave a review, and share this episode with #GeekFreaksHeadlines. It helps more people find the show.All news discussed on the show is sourced from GeekFreaksPodcast.com.Instagram: @geekfreakspodcastThreads: @geekfreakspodcastTwitter: @geekfreakspodFacebook: The Geek Freaks PodcastPatreon: Geek Freaks PodcastGetting back into MTG after a long break: what should I focus on first? Starter products, Commander, Arena, local play, favorite channels to learn from, anything. Send your tips and questions for a future follow-up.Magic: The Gathering, MTG, TCG, Trading Card Games, Card Games, Wizards of the Coast, Universes Beyond, Lorwyn Eclipsed, Strixhaven, Marvel Super Heroes, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Hobbit, Star Trek, Commander, Geek CultureTimestamps and TopicsKey TakeawaysMemorable QuotesCall to ActionNews SourceFollow UsListener QuestionsApple Podcast Tags

With streams of notifications and reels tugging at our attention, how can we re-learn the habit of turning pages, rather than scrolling? Ellen O'Dwyer looks at a club taking up slow reading, and speaks to some experts about how to get back into books.

Too Much Plastic, Too Little (Actual) RecyclingHow often do you buy an item from the store that's packaged in a plastic container or wrapped in plastic? Daily decisions like these add up and are feeding into the global plastic crisis. Scientists estimate that there's anywhere between 9 to 16 million tons of plastic on the sea floor, polluting the environment, harming species and releasing harmful microplastics into every corner of the planet and into our bodies. Two experts on plastic join us this week to shed some light on the problem and how we can each make a difference by changing our consumption habits and demanding improved policies that crack down on single-use plastics.Relearning How To Be Friends As An AdultMaking friends as an adult is harder than it looks, with so many of us trying to juggle busy, demanding schedules, living in new places and dealing with a culture that discourages vulnerability. We unpack why so many people feel disconnected and how you can put yourself out there and foster new and genuine friendships.Viewpoints Explained: The Dessert Trend That Refuses To FadeOnce a sweet treat mainly found at grocery stores, this dessert has quietly moved into the mainstream, showing as stand-alone chains across the country. We look at why it's stuck around longer than past food fads.Culture Crash: Why We Can't Let Go Of The '90SA look at why the 1990s still loom so large in our collective memory and what our fixation on that decade reveals about the draw of nostalgia.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Can joy be anything but denial in a rage-filled public life? Michael Wear joins Mark Labberton to reframe politics through the kingdom logic of hope, agency, and practices of silence and solitude. As 2025 closes amid political discord, we might all ask whether joy can be real in public life—without denial, escapism, or contempt. "… Joy is a pervasive and constant sense of wellbeing." In this conversation, Michael Wear and Mark Labberton reflect on joy, hope, responsibility, and agency amid a reaction-driven politics. Together they discuss the realism of Advent; the limits of our control; how kingdom imagination reframes anger; hope beyond outcomes, dignity under threat, and practices (including silence and solitude) that restore clarity. Episode Highlights "Joy is a pervasive and constant sense of wellbeing. … Joy is not a technique to then get people to do what you want them to do." "God's Kingdom is the range of his effective will." " Someone whose hope is rightly placed sees that a dignity denying culture does not have the final say." "Our will is effective and those things in which our will is not effective." "The pattern of domination and violence is an old one." About Michael Wear Michael Wear is the Founder, President, and CEO of the Center for Christianity and Public Life, a nonpartisan nonprofit that contends for the credibility of Christian resources in public life, for the public good. He has served for more than a decade as a trusted advisor to civic and religious leaders on faith and public life, including as a presidential campaign and White House staffer. He is the author of The Spirit of Our Politics: Spiritual Formation and the Renovation of Public Life and Reclaiming Hope: Lessons Learned in the Obama White House About the Future of Faith in America. Learn more and follow at https://www.michaelwear.com. Helpful Links and Resources Michael Wear, The Spirit of Our Politics https://www.zondervan.com/9780310367239/the-spirit-of-our-politics/ Michael Wear, Reclaiming Hope https://www.thomasnelson.com/9780718082338/reclaiming-hope/ Center for Christianity and Public Life https://www.ccpubliclife.org/ A National Call to Silence and Solitude https://www.silenceandsolitude.org/ Dallas Willard: "Personal Soul Care" https://dwillard.org/resources/articles/personal-soul-care Howard Thurman, Jesus and the Disinherited https://www.beacon.org/Jesus-and-the-Disinherited-P1781.aspx Show Notes End of 2025, cusp of Christmas; fraught public moment; joy as the lynchpin for faithful presence in politics and public life Joy held with pain, suffering, complexity Refusing denial while trusting a God who relentlessly pursues the world in love and hope Joy intertwined with hope, responsibility, agency Where does responsibility end and faithful agency begin? "Willard would say joy is a pervasive and constant sense of wellbeing." " It is very difficult to have joy if you are taking responsibility for things that are not your responsibility." Public life as joyless space; lacking imagination for joy amid provocation, antagonism, and constant political showmanship "If there are places in our life where we can't conceive of joy, it's a problem with our view of God." Misplaced responsibility, misplaced hope; joy collapses when taking on burdens that aren't ours and treating agency as ultimate "God's kingdom is the range of his effective will." "We each have our own little kingdoms … where what we say to be done is done." Politics reveals limits; a clarity about what we can do, what we can't do, and what we must import into the rest of life "Our will is effective, and there are things in which our will is not effective." "Faithfulness is not the ability to determine a righteous outcome … to everything in which our lives touch." False responsibility, obscured agency Are we taking charge of what isn't ours while ignoring the real choices we do have? "That's a recipe for joylessness." Poked and prodded by provocations; entertainment, antagonisms, and helplessness normalize reaction and justify complicity Anger as political fuel Many assume that raising your voice is the only faithful posture inside the public arena. "I've had people respond to me: 'How am I going to get anything done in politics without anger?'" "Political imagination has been taken over by a political logic as opposed to a kingdom logic." Relearning responsibility and agency; hope not grounded in our effectiveness, but in what God is doing beyond our reach. "Ultimate hope lies outside of the range of our effective will." "It is in that realm in which we are perfectly safe." Hope is for a life that pervades all things. "So when your hope is in the right place, you can hope for a whole range of things." " Someone whose hope is rightly placed sees that a dignity denying culture does not have the final say." Hope and joy "when your back is against the wall" Allen Temple Baptist Church: Joy at the margins of culture Fannie Lou Hamer Howard Thurman, Jesus and the Disinherited First Presbyterian Church in Evanston, IL Michael Wear, The Spirit of Our Politics Psalm 23 as distress-psalm: Enemies are still present, yet God leads beside still waters and cares most in greatest distress. "Take off the old self with its practices and put on the new self." "Put on Christ now in a way that will affect everything around us." Herod: The paranoid leader Advent into Christmastide—what it means to dwelling in Emmanuel "This is why the incarnation is such an extraordinarily important cornerstone: It's that God enters in through Jesus into our world, in a world in which, yes, there may be great praises in heaven and on earth from those who understand something at least of who he is and what he's there to do. But it also lands him in a world of immediate physical and familial vulnerability of political and social, if not military, violence." Are we protected from vulnerability, or living in precarity? The pattern of domination and violence Refusing forgetfulness as 2026 approaches with fresh pressures and fresh calling. National call to silence and solitude; disinvesting from reactionary instincts to engage the world with renewed vision and clarity. silenceandsolitude.org "Silence and solitude… can infuse your public activity with right vision and right clarity." #MichaelWear #MarkLabberton #ChristianPublicLife #ChristianPolitics #SpiritualFormation #Joy #Advent #SilenceAndSolitude #Hope #PublicWitness Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment Magazine and Fuller Seminary.  

In this powerful episode, host Rob Jones sits down with Slayde Baker, whose endurance journey took an unexpected and life-altering turn after a herniated disc led to a serious MRSA infection — leaving her unable to stand, walk, or train.Slayde shares the raw reality of:Having her identity tied to performance — and losing it Relearning how to move, train, and trust her body againRedefining success beyond results and podiumsReturning to racing — and qualifying for the Ironman 70.3 World ChampionshipsThis episode is a powerful reminder that endurance is not just about physical strength, but patience, perspective, and community.

Rebuilding my business after burnout wasn't one big breakthrough. It was a series of small, honest shifts that finally brought me back to myself.Rest. Prioritization. Time boundaries. Financial honesty. And the self-care I kept putting off because I felt guilty investing in myself.In today's episode of The Expansion Era, I'm sharing what this rebuilding season has really looked like for me as a mom of two, a wife, and a founder trying to get her mojo back. This chapter isn't about going back to who I was. It's about becoming someone who doesn't abandon herself on the way to her goals.If you're feeling depleted, questioning your confidence, or trying to rebuild your business after a hard season, this one's for you.✨ Watch this whenever you need a reminder that you can rebuild without rushing yourself.RESOURCES MENTIONED► Join my newsletter for behind-the-scenes support as you rebuild your business: https://sidehustlepro.co/newsletter► Register for my next free Podcast Moguls training on how to start the podcast that builds your exit plan:https://podcastmoguls.comCONNECT WITH MEInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/sidehustleproPodcast: Side Hustle ProBusiness inquiries: hi@sidehustlepro.coCHAPTERS00:00 Realizing burnout01:20 When exhaustion becomes normal03:05 The power of rest04:40 Relearning prioritization06:30 Time boundaries and rebuilding my schedule09:30 Money, fear, and shrinking my confidence12:40 Self-care and putting myself back in the budget15:00 What rebuilding actually looks like17:00 Your next step Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What would you do if one day you woke up unable to move, trapped in your body, and ready to give up? For Amy Thurman, living ten years with a broken neck became the most powerful lesson in authenticity and courage. In this raw and deeply moving conversation, Amy shares how she turned her pain into purpose, what it truly means to live authentically, and how she reclaimed her voice—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. If you've ever felt stuck, lost, or like you had to wear a mask to survive, this episode will awaken something within you.

Kyley and Eva explore the real roots of burnout, the difference between desire and proving, and why so many people feel torn between achievement and inner alignment. They unwind the cultural belief that you must choose between being connected to your soul and creating a successful life, and offer a grounded alternative: ambition becomes nourishing when it's linked to desire instead of fear.A listener asks: Hello Universe. I'm feeling overwhelmed by hustle culture and the constant push to achieve more. I'm ambitious and I want a life that feels successful, but I also feel like I'm burning out. Can ambition and spirituality actually coexist, or am I trying to merge two things that don't fit? How do I find balance when one part of me wants to go  big and another part just wants to breathe? Signed Ambitious, but Spiritual.What we cover in this episode:✨ Why burnout is a signal, not a personal failure

Pick Up the Phone: Relearning Connection at Work (and Beyond) This one's for anyone tired of being left on read—in the group chat, in the meeting, or in real life. In Episode 5, Verta and Naa explore how “not my problem” energy became the norm and what it's costing us. From unread emails to sitting next to someone who won't name the issue they have with you, they unpack how burnout, fear, and digital convenience have quietly made us worse teammates—and sometimes worse humans. They also ask: What would it look like to bring care back to work, not as a performance, but as a practice? Their answer lives in third spaces, intergenerational grace, and the ten seconds of courage it takes to simply check in. Because liberation isn't about doing everything alone. It's about building systems that remind us we never had to. Learn more about Naa & Verta here: Email: thatpart@45Lemons.com  Website: www.45lemons.com/thatpart Instagram: @fortyfivelemons

The way you breathe directly determines how efficiently your body stabilizes your core, aligns your spine, and generates strength during movement Coordinating your breath with each lift or motion activates deep core muscles, improving posture, balance, and injury prevention while keeping your nervous system calm and focused Faulty breathing habits such as chest breathing or breath-holding restrict oxygen flow, tighten neck and back muscles, and reduce your power output and endurance Breathing too deeply or too often disrupts the natural balance between oxygen and carbon dioxide (CO2), narrowing blood vessels and lowering brain oxygen levels — the opposite of what most people intend when they "breathe deeply" Relearning to breathe lightly, rhythmically, and through your nose retrains your diaphragm, balances your CO2 levels, and builds both physical strength and mental stability for lasting energy and control

Thanks to our Partner, NAPA Autotech Training and Pico TechnologyWatch Full Video EpisodeIn this episode, Matt uses The Matrix—especially the line “there is no spoon”—as a metaphor for the invisible cages we build in our own minds. He connects the film to social constructs, substance use disorder, self-limiting beliefs, and the hard, messy reality of change.Matt unpacks what it really means to “take the red pill”: leaving the comfort of your personal matrix, enduring an initial season of discomfort or even suffering, and slowly rebuilding your ability to cope, grow, and demand better—from yourself, your relationships, and your career.Key Topics Covered“There is no spoon” and social constructsThe Matrix as a metaphor for our personal belief systems, not just a sci-fi simulation.How ideas like “I can't,” “they won't let me,” and “this is just how it is” form our own private matrix.Money as a clear example of a social construct: it only works because we all agree it has value.Substance use disorder & the red/blue pill choiceReframing the Matrix pods and simulation as a stand-in for addiction and coping mechanisms.Drugs (or other coping tools) as a “cure” that works incredibly well… until the bill comes due.The “red pill” as the decision to leave a destructive coping mechanism and face reality.Why life often gets worse at first when someone chooses recovery—gray, flat, painful—before it gets better.Atrophy, discomfort, and rebuilding capacityNeo's physical atrophy as a metaphor for emotional and coping atrophy after long-term use.Many people aren't using to “get high” anymore—they're using just to feel normal.Relearning how to feel feelings at full intensity without a chemical buffer.Self-imposed limits and hidden capacityThe Matrix training scenes: bending the rules as a metaphor for challenging self-imposed limits.The “70% wall” idea from Navy SEAL training—quitting when there's still gas left in the tank.How often we defeat ourselves before we even truly try.The Kung Fu (David Carradine) lessonFlashback scene with the “acid pool” that turns out to be water.Believing in the danger so completely that you fail before you start.How often we do the same thing with exams, careers, and life decisions.Technicians, tests, and career ceilings“I'll never pass A6” / “I'll never get that cert” as a self-fulfilling prophecy.Questioning whether your limits are real, or chosen.Practical self-inquiry: What can I do to change this belief? What actions can I take?Relationships, work, and what we tolerateStaying in unhealthy relationships (romantic, friends, employers, clients) because “this is the best I can do.”Starting with your own role: being a better spouse, friend, or employee and expecting better treatment in return.The trap where employers say, “If they acted like good employees, I'd treat them well,” and employees say, “If they treated me well, I'd act like a good employee”—and nothing changes.Dutch Silverstein's perspectiveIt's important to treat people the way you want to be treated.But for sure: never treat someone the way you don't want to be treated.Taking the red pill in real lifeThe “red pill” as a choice, not a daily supplement.Expecting the initial result of that choice to feel worse before it feels...

It's time to stop the overconsumption of information, and start DOING.In this Book Club episode, we're talking about Lean Learning by Pat Flynn. This book is all about how to learn less, do more, and actually make progress in your business. If you tend to overconsume and underact, this one's for you. We dive into tools, concepts, and strategies for getting unstuck and taking action—even if it's imperfect.LISTEN TO NEXT→ Feeling Stuck? Try a "Tiny Experiment" | Book Club | 308SHOW NOTES→ You're Learning Too Much (And It's Holding You Back) | Book Club | 'Lean Learning by Pat Flynn | 316WHEN YOU'RE READY

Welcome back to Beautifully Broken, where healing meets high performance. Today's guest, John Golden, is a walking miracle—and a man who's defied odds most of us can't even imagine. After coding on an ER table from a full arterial blockage known as a “widowmaker,” John was revived and left with a second chance at life. We talk about the raw emotion of facing death, how gratitude becomes your default operating system afterward, and why community, family, and reflection matter more than anything else.John shares his journey from college football linebacker to multiple knee surgeries, a human bone transplant, and ultimately, summiting Mount Everest. Through that journey, he learned how the body compensates, adapts, and rebuilds—and how the same principles apply to the brain. Now as CEO of Vital Neuro, he's leading a new era in personalized neurofeedback—where real-time EEG and neuro-responsive music help calm the nervous system, restore focus, and reduce overwhelm.Together, we unpack the neuroscience of balance, the volume of modern life, and the small daily practices that bring peace and performance back online. This one's about more than surviving—it's about learning how to be vital. Episode Highlights [00:00] – “I died last week”: John's Widowmaker heart attack and the miracle of modern medicine[05:50] – Facing mortality: emotional recovery and gratitude for a second chance[09:40] – Lessons from near-death: family connection, presence, and living intentionally[15:22] – John's football career, catastrophic knee injuries, and the first-ever leg tissue transplant[20:50] – Relearning how to move: compensatory patterns, 20 surgeries, and climbing Mount Everest[24:08] – From EXOS to Vital Neuro: merging neuroscience, music, and mental health[29:10] – How Vital Neuro reads your EEG and tunes music to your personal brain frequency[35:45] – The “volume” analogy: why our brains can't think clearly when overstimulated[41:26] – Cold plunges, fly fishing, and the daily rituals that bring us back to zero[47:15] – Tiny habits and behavior change: building resilience through practice[51:40] – The next evolution of wellness tech: oxygen baths, vibration therapy, and data synergy[57:00] – Setting realistic goals and finding community support for lasting change[1:11:30] – “Be vital”: John's message of compassion, control, and collaborationUpgrade Your Wellness:Get the Vital Neuro headset: https://vitalneuro.com/BEAUTIFULLYBROKENCode BEAUTIFULLYBROKENWork with me:https://www.beautifullybroken.world/biological-blueprintSilver Biotics: bit.ly/3JnxyDD— 30% off with Code: BEAUTIFULLYBROKENGet Redlight Therapy: https://lightpathled.pxf.io/c/3438432/2059835/25794— Code: beautifullybrokenCatchBio: https://catchbio.com — Code: BEAUTIFULLYBROKEN  CONNECT WITH FREDDIEWork with Me: https://www.beautifullybroken.world/biological-blueprintWebsite and Store: (http://www.beautifullybroken.world) Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/beautifullybroken.world/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@freddiekimmel Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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“You do you, and do it the best way you can." In this episode, Nick speaks with Renee Zukin about her journey, the role of technology in creativity, and the challenges of adult friendships. They discuss the importance of embracing vulnerability, the tools for self-mastery, and the significance of celebrating small wins as well as finding small ways to be brave every day. What to listen for: Embracing vulnerability is essential for personal growth. Writing is a powerful tool for processing thoughts and emotions. Self-compassion is crucial in the journey of self-mastery. Celebrating small wins can motivate further progress. Bravery exists on a spectrum; every small step counts. Inner work is necessary for creating positive change in the world. “How can I show up for myself, my people in the microcosm of my world so that it becomes reflected and ripples out into the macrocosm?” Real change starts small. The way you show up in your daily life creates a wider impact. Self-awareness and intentional action create ripple effects far beyond what we can see. Community begins with how we treat ourselves and those closest to us. Global transformation often starts with personal alignment and integrity. “One of the reasons why life can be so hard is because we're so trained to ignore our innate signals.” We've learned to override our instincts and emotions to “fit in.” Ignoring your intuition leads to burnout, confusion, and disconnection. Our bodies and emotions often know the truth before our minds do. Relearning how to listen to yourself can make life flow more easily. Healing begins when you trust your inner signals instead of silencing them. About Renee Zukin Renee is an author, educator, coach, and mental health advocate doing the inner work to see outer change. She has more than 20 years of experience in education, writing, and entrepreneurship, and has studied multiple psychological and healing modalities that have sustained her and helped support her students and clients alike. She is passionate about cultivating a safe space for others to use the written word and organizational structures as tools for self-transformation and empowerment. Renee is also the author of the new book, Every Day, I'm Brave: Cultivating Resilience to Gain Freedom from Fear (Wonderwell Press, 2025). https://www.reneezukin.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/rzukin/ https://www.instagram.com/reneezukin/ https://www.amazon.com/Every-Day-Brave-Cultivating-Resilience/dp/1963827252 Resources: Interested in starting your own podcast or need help with one you already have? https://themindsetandselfmasteryshow.com/podcasting-services/ Thank you for listening! Please subscribe on iTunes and give us a 5-Star review! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mindset-and-self-mastery-show/id1604262089 Listen to other episodes here: https://themindsetandselfmasteryshow.com/ Watch Clips and highlights: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk1tCM7KTe3hrq_-UAa6GHA Guest Inquiries right here: podcasts@themindsetandselfmasteryshow.com Your Friends at “The Mindset & Self-Mastery Show” Click Here To View The Episode Transcript Nick McGowan (00:01.464)Hello and welcome to the Mindset and Self Mastery Show. I'm your host Nick McGowan. Today on the show we have Renee Zukin. Renee, how you doing today? Renee Zukin (00:11.06)I'm doing fantastic, Nick, so excited to be here. Nick McGowan (00:14.188)Yeah, I'm excited too. I think it's going to be great. Why don't you get us started. Tell us what you do for a living and what's one thing most people don't know about you that's maybe a little odd or bizarre. Renee Zukin (00:22.478)Love this question. Well, I'm a writer. I'm an educator. Currently, I coach entrepreneurs in digital online marketing, which is a lot of fun. And one thing that most people don't know about me, I actually recorded an album back in 2011. Yes, yes. It was my first foray into songwriting and the band I had curated was called Collectible Boys. it started out as a poetry and essay writing project and it turned into an album. So, you you never know where the spirit's going to take you. Nick McGowan (01:08.408)Nice. Nick McGowan (01:15.02)Yeah, literally. that's cool. mean, as a musician, I've already told you, now I have loads of questions about what kind of music, where did you record, and how did you find the studio musicians, and what did you play, and what did you not play, and what is it all about, you know? So feel free to share any of that if you'd like. Renee Zukin (01:21.518)Mm-hmm. Renee Zukin (01:25.518)Yeah, yeah, it was a lot of fun. started out just really wanting to play music and I did need to get musicians to actually help me curate the music underneath because for me, I was writing lyrics and I had melodies and you know, I only have a few years of piano lessons as a kid under my belt. So I knew I needed the the heavy hitters to come in and help create it underneath. And I did, I collected some amazing local musicians who've played in multiple bands and knew what they were doing. And we played out for a couple of years and I was like, we need to record this. And we did it in one weekend. So it was definitely a whirlwind and a lot of fun. Nick McGowan (02:12.584)Thanks Nick McGowan (02:19.576)And I love that sort of stuff. And especially like people listen to albums or they'll listen to a new song that comes out. You might think like, this is great. And these people just keep putting these things out like any bands that put out new albums. It's like, but we have no idea the amount of time and effort and energy that every single one of them put into figuring out what do we do? How do we do it? And I think oftentimes people forget about the sometimes the fifth or sixth member of the band. producer and the one who's actually recording everything. And I said this to you before we started even recording this, that sometimes the answers that will come out of that initial question will kind of alter the way that the conversations go. And I think this may be one of those situations. Like as a musician, I've been having conversations with people recently that have been using AI and Renee Zukin (02:49.646)Right? Yeah. Renee Zukin (03:03.516)Yeah. Renee Zukin (03:11.266)Mmm. Nick McGowan (03:13.309)if you, somebody who has a few years of piano lessons from X amount of years ago, and you have ideas and some melodies and you go, well, I want the drums to sound like, whatever, like you just make noises. Like you can't really do that. guess, well, Timbaland made a whole career out of making noises and putting in the records, but that's one person. Renee Zukin (03:26.168)Right. Renee Zukin (03:30.478)Yeah Nick McGowan (03:36.329)I think it's interesting how there's technology that helps us with things but can also really hinder us. I have a good friend of mine who writes music constantly, plays acoustic, sings, and he can mess around on some other instruments, but his main thing is like first second position of acoustic, singer-songwriter type stuff, and using AI at times to help with a backing band. Like I can understand going that direction because the resource is there, but I Renee Zukin (03:41.784)Mm-hmm. Renee Zukin (04:05.666)Mm-hmm. Nick McGowan (04:06.184)I that also can hurt us from being creative and stretching those muscles and being more brave in the confusing things. Like you sit down on the piano and go, I'm fucking fine, middle C, K, triad, you know, like instead of going, well, here, this is the thing I want. And as somebody who, like you didn't have AI in 2011. Renee Zukin (04:11.317)and Renee Zukin (04:17.704)Yeah. Renee Zukin (04:29.55)No I didn't. Nick McGowan (04:31.424)you had to find people to actually be musicians with you, work through that stuff, what are your thoughts, what are your feelings with that sort of stuff? Renee Zukin (04:35.458)Mm-hmm. This is great. I because I think it's similar to also to writing in general. Obviously we can use. Yeah. And I think what you're speaking to is this opportunity for our own creativity to allow us to learn and grow like when we get stuck. Okay. So I, you know, my skills and here I want to play around, but also the Nick McGowan (04:45.94)Yeah, big time. Renee Zukin (05:05.996)opportunity to connect with other people who do have those skills and have the conversations and get to really play and modify and modulate music and the piece in different ways. And I think actually you could even say this with all kinds of art. Like I am not like, I'm a firm believer that AI and its ability to help us create can save us a lot of time, save us a lot of energy. There's ways in which it's a great tool to have and there's ways in which we can teach it how to be a better AI partner. So I'm definitely all in and playing the game and I think that we also have to balance that out with our own boredom, our own limits. our ability to get creative, to connect with other people and have a, you know, more of a co-creation. So I'm definitely not an either or, but I certainly lean towards, you know, the authentic human experience can create something that a machine cannot. Nick McGowan (06:23.318)Sure. Well, so I think most of the people listening to this podcast are probably around our age. Like, I'm gonna say, looking specifically at the demographic numbers that I have, it's about 25 to 55, but it's heavier in the 35 to 45 range. I have conversations with people I haven't said to you. I like, I've got four or five friends at this point. That's about true that like I consistently have a relationship with and I work on those outside of my partner and you know, things like that. as we get older and that friend that I was talking to, he's like, well,

In this episode, Sarah sits down with Dr. Ashley Hudson—therapist, speaker, educator, and founder of Pearl in Process—for a deeply compassionate conversation about faith, fertility, intimacy, mental health, and healing. Ashley is known for bringing warmth, humor, and authenticity to discussions most people struggle to have, making this an essential listen for anyone navigating infertility, loss, or relationship challenges.Ashley begins by sharing how she entered the world of perinatal mental health and how her faith-based values integrate beautifully with her work as a sexologist. She explains why talking about sex, intimacy, and emotional connection often feels overwhelming or shame-filled, and how cultural messages, fear, and past experiences contribute to silence around these topics. This episode is particularly rich for listeners who need faith and intimacy conversations that feel grounded, gentle, and inclusive.Together, Sarah and Ashley explore how to communicate intimacy needs more openly, how to reconnect with your partner, and how acts of closeness outside the bedroom can be just as meaningful. Ashley also provides crucial insight for couples going through IVF, fertility treatment, and timed intercourse, describing how sexual connection often shifts into something goal-oriented, stressful, and emotionally heavy. This episode supports those needing IVF support, intimacy after loss, and guidance for navigating scheduled sex during treatment.Ashley speaks powerfully about intimacy after loss, sharing how grief, trauma, and fear can rewire the brain, making sex feel unsafe or painful. She explains the bristle effect, the way the body becomes tied to memories of loss, and the therapeutic work needed to reclaim the body as a place where love, safety, and connection can live again. This is especially meaningful for those walking through pregnancy after loss, fertility struggles, and the lifelong impact of grief and loss.The conversation also touches on differences in how men and women discuss intimacy, why partners often react differently, and how to support one another through emotional shutdowns or fear responses. Ashley offers gentle, practical tips for couples trying to reconnect after infertility, postpartum depression, or pregnancy loss.If you're seeking fertility podcast content that holds space for both faith and emotional honesty—or if you need encouragement in the areas of intimacy, IVF, pregnancy after loss, or healing after miscarriage—this episode offers hope, understanding, and actionable tools. It is full of wisdom for anyone coping with infertility, rebuilding connection, or searching for healing in their journey through loss.

In this third and final episode, we're diving deep into how emerging insights about the microbiome are shaping the way clinicians counsel families and care for pediatric patients. Dr. Shoch and Dr. Castelo-Soccio share how understanding the microbiome has changed their clinical practice, from their approach to bathing routines and yeast overgrowth to dietary counseling and the cautious use of probiotics and bleach baths. Together, they explore what we know and what we don't, and where the future of microbiome research in pediatric dermatology might be headed.

In this second episode, we discuss how infant microbiomes develop and what factors shape them, and how early life disruptions may increase the risk of disease. The conversation also touches on the hygiene and biodiversity hypothesis, the role of dysbiosis in conditions like atopic dermatitis, and the ongoing challenge of teasing apart whether microbiome shifts are causes or markers of disease.Special thanks to Incyte for supporting this independent medical education program.

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Ever feel like you’re drifting through fatherhood, marriage, and work—wondering if true connection is possible? This episode with Larry Hagner reveals how intentional living can break the cycle of overwhelm and transform your relationships. Hear practical strategies for building legendary marriages, connecting deeply with your kids, and finding purpose beyond the daily grind. Discover why small moments matter, how humility unlocks growth, and why every dad’s journey can spark a movement. Tune in for real stories, actionable tips, and inspiration to live your legacy—starting today. Grab your FREE “Questions for the Car” for kids ages 5-8, 9-12, and teens—spark great conversations on the go! [Get them here.] Order Larry’s book, “The Pursuit of Legendary Fatherhood,” on Amazon and start building your epic legacy today! Want a signed copy? Get Larry’s book PLUS two free courses—Creating More Patience and Creating Extraordinary Marriage—right here! Chapters 00:00 Introduction & Welcome00:52 Larry’s Journey: Fatherhood, Marriage, and The Dad Edge02:18 Understanding “The Drift” in Life04:47 Creating the Avatar: Lance’s Story06:53 The Reality of Overwhelm and Disconnection10:43 Defining Legendary Fatherhood13:21 Kids Spell Love “T-I-M-E”16:36 Practical Connection: Car Conversations & Notes21:12 Loving Your Kids’ Mom Well27:19 Integration vs. Balance in Life30:41 When the Expert Feels Lost35:24 Learning, Unlearning, and Relearning as a Parent39:44 The Future of Intentional Fatherhood43:54 The Wedding Toast Moment: Living Your Legacy45:49 Resources & Closing ThoughtsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the biggest threat to our survival isn't the next virus, but our failure to learn from the last one? In this episode, Dr. Michael Osterholm, Regents Professor and Director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota, explains why America's public health system is dangerously underprepared for the next major outbreak. He shares how misinformation and political interference have eroded confidence in science, leaving critical institutions like the CDC and NIH struggling to fulfill their missions. Dr. Osterholm discusses lessons from COVID-19 and why failing to apply them could cost millions of lives in the future. He also explores the promise of universal vaccines, the need for sustained investment in pandemic defense, and how rebuilding public trust starts with humility, transparency, and truth-telling. Tune in to hear what it will really take to prepare for “the big one. Resources Connect with and follow Dr. Michael Osterholm on LinkedIn. Follow the University of Minnesota on LinkedIn! Follow the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) on LinkedIn and visit their website! Learn more about the Vaccine Integrity Project here! Pick up any of Dr. Osterholm's books here! Check out the Osterholm Update podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Fr. Anthony Messeh for part 4 of "[re]Learning to Pray" a 6-part series at The Well.https://www.youtube.com/stsachurchhttps://www.stsa.church/the-well

Join Fr. Anthony Messeh for "[re]Learning to Pray" a 6-part series at The Well.https://www.youtube.com/stsachurchhttps://www.stsa.church/the-well

Join Fr. Anthony Messeh for "[re]Learning to Pray" a 6-part series at The Well.https://www.youtube.com/stsachurchhttps://www.stsa.church/the-well

Join Fr. Anthony Messeh for "[re]Learning to Pray" a 6-part series at The Well.https://www.youtube.com/stsachurchhttps://www.stsa.church/the-well

Megyn Kelly opens the show discussing the breaking news of the horrifying shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school, the details we know so far, reports on the young children who have been killed and injured, and more. Then Liz Collin of Alpha News, former FBI supervisor James Gagliano, and Brandon Tatum, host of "The Officer Tatum Show," join to discuss the tragic shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school this morning, what we know so far, reports of other recent shootings in the area, security measures that should be taken in schools, the left's rush to focus on guns, the different “layers” of protection that can be put between civilians and danger, and more. Then ProActive Response Group Chad Ayers, former police officer and candidate for U.S. Congress Joe Leurs, and co-founder and CEO of SaferWatch Geno Roefaro join to discuss disturbing social media videos of the school shooter being uncovered, the trainings to help prevent tragedies like this, the warning signs that are often overlooked, patterns of mental illness among these criminals, and more. Riverbend Ranch: Visit https://riverbendranch.com/ | Use promo code MEGYN for $20 off your first order.Just Thrive: Visit https://justthrivehealth.com/discount/Megyn and use code MEGYN to save 20% sitewideAll Family Pharmacy: Order now at https://allfamilypharmacy.com/MEGYN and save 10% with code MEGYN10Grand Canyon University: https://GCU.edu  Follow The Megyn Kelly Show on all social platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MegynKellyTwitter: http://Twitter.com/MegynKellyShowInstagram: http://Instagram.com/MegynKellyShowFacebook: http://Facebook.com/MegynKellyShow Find out more information at:https://www.devilmaycaremedia.com/megynkellyshow