Podcasts about Scruggs

Bleav Host Robert Land asks 'Kickin it with Kunkel' Host Will Kunkel @WillKunkelV about the CJ Stroud Injury Cloak & Dagger, the new Caley offense, impressive rookies, DeMeco Ryans secret sauce, offseason disappointments, lessons about the revamped O-Line & who is Jake Andrews & why does he matter? Plus, are there any potential big name cuts & how close are the Texans to the Chiefs & Ravens? (1:10) Difference between Caley & Slowik atmosphere or style? (2:57) Why was there CJ Stroud Injury Cloak & Dagger? (4:40) Impressive Texans Rookies? (5:50) Disappointments in offseason? (7:40) Lessons from who played O-Line or where they played in Minicamp? (8:35) Who is Jake Andrews? Is this bad sign for Scruggs & Patterson? (10:04) Why does Juice Scruggs deserve 2nd looK? (11:26) How's Blake Fisher developing? (13:39) What position group to worry about beside O-Line? (14:35) Is Metchie on chopping block? (15:52) Does Metchie have trade value? (16:42) Why are Texans desperate enough to sign Damon Arnette? (20:05) What make DeMeco Ryans special? (22:10) Are Texans closer to Chiefs & Ravens level? (27:06) Phil Garner talks old school clubhouse fight with Dave Parker Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple & iHeart X @HSTPodcast #texans #cjstroud #demecoryans

What do the locker room and the team room have in common? A lot more than you'd think.In this episode, SOFcast host Matt Parrish sits down with Xavier Scruggs — former Major League Baseball player, ESPN and MLB Network analyst, and all-around grinder — to unpack the parallels between elite athletics and elite military service.From the grind of the minor leagues to stepping into a second career in broadcasting, Xavier's journey is all about resilience, faith, and refusing to quit when the dream feels out of reach. He opens up about the mental battles in a sport where you fail seven out of ten times, how living and playing overseas taught him humility and perspective, and why helping others through struggle is the secret to staying focused on your own goals.This one's packed with lessons on leadership, family, and showing up for your team — whether you're swinging a bat or clearing a house.

Blake Murphy and Julia Kreuz are joined by Ben Nicholson-Smith to discuss the starting rotation and other questions for the Blue Jays as the Trade Deadline nears. Xavier Scruggs (25:50) discusses his interview with Wade Boggs, playing baseball in Korea, hitting humans with chairs at Fanatics Fest and the Blue Jays. Matt Sussman (50:29) talks about the surging Detroit Tigers and if the Rockies can reach historic levels of awful.The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliate.

Today on the podcast:- MLB Network and ESPN baseball analyst Xavier Scruggs joins us to discuss the challenges of balancing a demanding career with family life, moving from playing baseball to covering it everyday, the significance of setting boundaries, and the role of faith in navigating life's transitions. Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine Do you know Christ personally? Click below to learn how you can commit your life to Him.https://sportsspectrum.com/gospel/Have you heard our other Sports Spectrum podcasts?Sports Spectrum's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What's Up Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠with Annabelle Hasselbeck - https://open.spotify.com/show/7CvX5oXnEuKIYI5GCVT7Hi?si=9c61982675f1413dSports Spectrum's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get in the Game Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Scott Linebrink -https://open.spotify.com/show/7CFPZVet3TcsSJMZqRHndI?si=d6599c85917146a7

Bluegrass for me begins with the first recordings Bill Monroe made with Earl Scruggs. We'll hear that initial tune and some additional music from Bill and the Bluegrass Boys, some classics from Flatt & Scruggs and the Foggy Mountain Boys, and The Stanley Brothers. We'll have a set of brother duets and some great instrumental tunes from Kenny Baker, Chubby Wise and other great players. Honoring bluegrass pioneers … this week on The Sing Out! Radio Magazine.Pete Seeger / “If I Had A Hammer”(excerpt) / Songs of Hope and Struggle / Smithsonian FolkwaysRon Stewart / “Stewart's Dream” / Time Stands Still / RounderBill Monroe & his Blue Grass Boys / “Heavy Traffic Ahead” / The Essential Bill Monroe & his Bluegrass Boys / ColumbiaBill Monroe / “Footprints in the Snow” / In The Pines / CountyBill Monroe & his Bluegrass Boys / “Blue Moon of Kentucky” / Grand Old Opry Live Classics / Cracker Barrel-Opry ClassicsJunie Scruggs / “Sally Goodin-Sally Ann / American Banjo Scruggs and Three Finger Style / Smithsonian FolkwaysLester Flatt & Earl Scruggs & the Foggy Mountain Boys / “Pike County Breakdown” / Best of Bluegrass Vol 1 / MercuryFlatt & Scruggs / “Til the End of the World Rolls Round” / The Essential Flatt & Scruggs / ColumbiaFlatt & Scruggs / “You Are My Flower” / Recorded Live a Vanderbilt University / ColumbiaThe Stanley Brothers / “Little Maggie” / Earliest Recordings-Rich-R-Tone / RevenantThe Stanley Brothers / “I Am A Man of Constant Sorrow” / The Stanley Brothers 1949-52 / Bear FamilyRon Stewart / “Whistling Rufus” / Time Stands Still / RounderThe Blue Sky Boys / “Sunny Side of Life” / There'll Come a Time / BSRJim & Jesse / “Are You Missing Me” / 1952-55 / Bear FamilyThe Lilly Brothers & Don Stover / “Little Annie” / Bluegrass at the Roots / Smithsonian FolkwaysThe Goins Brothers / “I'm Getting Ready to Go” / Run Satan, Run / Hay HollerHazel Dickens & Alice Gerrard / “Tiny Broken Heart” / Won't You Come and Sing for Me / Smithsonian FolkwaysKenny Baker / “Brandywine” / Master Fiddler / CountyDon Reno & Red Smiley / “Dixie Breakdown” / On The Air / Copper CreekChubby Wise / “Stone's Rag” / An American Original / PinecastlePete Seeger / “If I Had A Hammer”(excerpt) / Songs of Hope and Struggle / Smithsonian Folkways

In a fast-paced world that often pulls us in every direction, it's easy to lose touch with the deeper rhythms of life that nourish our souls. In The Healing Circle: Indigenous Wisdom and Peacemaking Spirituality, explore vital aspects of holistic health, guided by scriptural wisdom and Indigenous principles. Together, we'll discover practical, spiritually-enriching ways to integrate these ancient insights into modern life, fostering personal and communal transformation.

Bump and Stacy are joined by ESPN baseball analyst Xavier Scruggs to discuss whether the Mariners can regain the lead in the AL West and their biggest needs at the MLB trade deadline, they give you their thoughts on the NBA Finals and the 2025 US Open in Headline Rewrites, they bring you some of the biggest stories around the NFL, including what DK Metcalf said about catching passes from Aaron Rodgers, and they hop aboard the Hype Train! 

On this episode of Coffee, Country & Cody, we welcome Cody Jinks and Rob McNurlin, Chris Scruggs & Kenny Vaughan   0:00 - Welcome / What’s Coming Up 4:20 - Interview with Cody Jinks 19:34 -Entertainment with Kelly Sutton  24:43 - Interview with Rob McNurlin, Chris Scruggs & Kenny Vaughan 34:09 -Entertainment with Kelly Sutton      Connect with WSM Radio: Visit the WSM Radio WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/650AMWSM Follow WSM Radio on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@wsmradio Like WSM Radio on FACEBOOK: http://bit.ly/WSMRadioFB Check out WSM Radio on INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/WSMRadioInsta Follow WSM Radio on X: http://bit.ly/WSMRadioTweets Listen to WSM Radio LIVE: http://bit.ly/WSMListenLive Listen to WSM on iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/live/wsm-radio...  

Solo episode with Cheryl Scruggs! Related Links: WEBSITE: Thriving Beyond Belief: Courageous, Rooted, Thriving Women (Paperback)

Convicted felon and disgraced former attorney & Ole Miss super donor, Dicker Scruggs attacks young, Mississippi GOP staffer with some vicious comments online in the comments of her hiring announcement which sparked a brutal & effective response from Mississippi Vice-Chair & RNC National Committewoman, Lesley Davis.

After Hours Episode #74: In our latest episode of After Hours, I get to chat with the one and only Jay Scruggs! We talked about how he got into grooming, all the chaos that comes with social media, and how your energy and handling skills matter way more than people give credit for. We swapped some funny stories, talked about trying to keep life and work balanced, and why it's so important to keep learning no matter how long you've been in the game. Jay even shared some behind-the-scenes moments and gave some great tips for up-and-coming groomers. You'll definitely laugh, probably relate, and maybe even walk away with something new to think about.

Episode No. 705 features curators Dalila Scruggs and Catherine Morris, and artist Beatriz Cortez. With Mary Lee Corlett, Scruggs and Morris are the co-curators of "Elizabeth Catlett: A Black Revolutionary Artist" at the National Gallery of Art, Washington. The exhibition surveys Catlett's career across over 150 sculptures, prints, paintings, and drawings. The exhibition is on view through July 6. An exceptional exhibition catalogue, titled Elizabeth Catlett: A Black Revolutionary Artist and All That It Implies was published by the The University of Chicago Press, the NGA and the Brooklyn Museum, which originated the exhibition. It is available from Amazon and Bookshop for $56-60. Catlett was a feminist, activist, and radical who helped join the Black Left in the US to influences from the Mexican Revolution. Her work continued the practice of earlier US artists such as Thomas Cole, Frederic Church, and Carleton Watkins by using cultural production to advance ideas and ideologies. Cortez is featured in "Seeds: Containers of a World to Come" at the Kemper Art Museum, Washington University in St. Louis. The exhibition features work by ten artists whose research-driven practices are informed by inquiry into plant-human-land relations. "Seeds" was curated by Meredith Malone and Svea Braeunert, and remains on view through July 28. The exhibition brochure is available here. "Beatriz Cortez x rafa esparza: Earth and Cosmos" is at the Americas Society, New York through May 17. The show considers the idea of ancient objects traveling across space and time. Cortez's work explores simultaneity, life in different temporalities, and imaginaries of the future. She has been featured in solo exhibitions at Storm King Art Center, New Windsor, NY,; the Williams College Museum of Art; Clockshop, Los Angeles; and more. Instagram: Catherine Janet Morris, Beatriz Cortez, Tyler Green.

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Un no parar de banjos, mandolinas, guitarras, violines y armonías vocales en este monográfico dedicado al bluegrass. Entre otros titanes del género: Bill Monroe, Reno and Smiley, Flatt and Scruggs, Jim and Jesse y Carl Story. A partir de las ocho de la mañana del sábado en la sintonía de Radio 3.Escuchar audio

This week, More Voices. Another collection of contemporary folk singers with unique and authentic voices recorded live at the Ozark Folk Center State Park. Ballad singing is a primary form of expression in folk music. Folk ballads merge melody and story to recount events but also transport the listener to an emotional space. How well a ballad can bring the listener into that space very much depends on the singer. Less important to an effective folk singer are the rudimentary aspects of singing than is the authentic sound of their voice. The timbre and character of the singer's voice in service to the ballad becomes the vehicle, transporting the listener into that emotional space. Ozark original and legendary folk balladeer Aunt Ollie Gilbert for an example. As much as the stories Aunt Ollie relates, it's the sound of her instantly recognizable and authentic voice that moves listeners deep into the hills and hollers of the Ozarks. Featured on this episode are an all-star lineup of contemporary singers including: renowned vocalist, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Amythyst Kiah; Ozark original up and coming folk sensation Willie Carlisle; outlaw country music legends Malcolm Holcomb & Ozark original Billy Don Burns; singer-songwriter and educator Wil Maring; Paul Brock Band singer and multi-instrumentalist Dave Curley; famed folk duo The Secret Sisters; world champion mountain dulcimer player, vocalist and educator Sarah Kate Morgan; vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and musical time traveler Meredith Axelrod; folk blues superstar Taj Mahal; Jake Leg Stompers vocalist Lela Mae Smith; Kentucky Colonel and bluegrass sensation Dave Adkins. In this week's “From the Vault” segment, OHR producer Jeff Glover offers a 1984 archival recording of Ozark original Pam Setser with Mike Gavin performing the Flatt & Scruggs song “Rough & Rocky” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives. In his segment “Back in the Hills,” writer, professor, and historian Dr. Brooks Blevins profiles the legendary Ozark original balladeer Oscar Gilbert, husband of famed ballad singer Aunt Ollie Gilbert. Featured is an archival recording of Oscar performing the traditional Ozark ballad “The Ballad of Cole Younger,” courtesy of the Lyon College Wolf Folklore Collection.

Stop missing the calls that fill your board. In this episode of Can't Stop the Growth, Chad Peterman is joined by Brad Scruggs, President and CMO of ZyraTalk, to talk about a simple but powerful idea: when you stop missing calls, you stop losing jobs. Brad breaks down how HVAC and plumbing businesses are using AI-powered customer service representatives (CSRs) to capture more leads, reduce missed calls, and grow without hiring more people. Whether it's after-hours coverage, overflow, or lead aggregator response times—AI is helping high-growth companies optimize their call centers and maximize every opportunity. This episode is packed with tactical insights for leaders serious about growing their home service business. If you're focused on building a culture of excellence, booking more jobs, and staying ahead of the curve—this conversation is for you. Watch now to see how top operators are filling the board faster, without relying on more ads or more staff. Additional Resources: Brad on LinkedIn Learn more about ZyraTalk Join The ARENA - a CSTG Community! Chad on LinkedIn Chad Peterman | CEO | Author Peterman Brothers Website Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network Key Takeaways: Most service businesses miss 15–35% of their inbound calls. That's real money walking away. AI-powered CSRs can respond instantly—nights, weekends, and during peak hours. Use AI to handle simple requests and free up live reps for high-value leads. Integration is simple, with many teams live within two weeks. Real-time data allows for continuous CSR coaching and improved conversion rates. Speed-to-lead with aggregators like Angi, Thumbtack, and Modernize is crucial—AI helps you get there faster. Many companies use AI as overflow backup, while others have made it their front line. Growth doesn't have to mean more leads—it starts with booking the ones you already have.

Send us a textBreak out your "fancy calculators"! Tonight Jack and Brad talk to the creator of the Licence To Kill Discord server, Marcus Scruggs. Find out what its about and how you can join! Blue Collar Business PodcastReal stories. Raw strategies. Build your blue-collar business.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showPest Control Humor Depot on FacebookInsta: @tftcpodcastTikTok: @tftc2.0Our Websiteand please click #gloveupforcandace

In this enlightening episode of Thriving Beyond Belief, host Cheryl Scruggs engages in a profound chat about paying attention in life! Are you paying attention?

Time for a Thursday edition of GCR, lots to cover on the program as we will continue talk baseball, getting you the latest from down in Florida on the Orioles, Free Agency updates from the NFL as the Ravens officially bring Tylan Wallace back, we'll talk some college hoops–unfortunately Navy loses in the Patriot League final–and lots more. At 10:30am, we will check in with an old friend, former Terp, now Chicago Bull, Jahmir Young, after he made NBA debut last week for the Bulls, we'll see how he's doing talk all about what it meant to him to get on an NBA court, his time in College Park, the ‘Crab Five' and more! At 11am, we'll check in with Xavier Scruggs from MLB Network Radio and ESPN as we get his thoughts the Orioles, their rotation and their 2025 outlook. Then at 11:30am, we will have a chance to chat with Geroy Simon about his new role with the University of Maryland as the Executive Director of Revenue Sharing and as the General Manager of UMD Football, and the Men's and Women's Basketball teams. Griffin will talk some combat sports in this week's edition of Fighting Words and much more!

In this episode, Jakob Emerson sits down with Rona Li, SCAN Group's Chief Development Officer, and Rob Scruggs, Chief Digital Officer, to discuss SCAN's latest digital initiatives. They explore how investments in technology, including the upcoming SCAN member portal and mobile app, are revolutionizing member engagement, improving access to care, and enhancing personalized health experiences.

In this episode, I am joined by Steve Scruggs, President of the Lakeland Economic Development Council. Together, we explore the transformative growth of Lakeland, the strategies behind job creation, and the power of public-private partnerships. Don't miss this insightful conversation on how visionary leadership can shape a thriving community.

Traditional North Carolina music and Appalachia has deep roots that belong to many family trees. In this episode, we uncover the musical history of the Shuffler Family. Music featured in this episode includes: Doc and Merle Watson, "Going Down This Road Feeling Bad" Earl Scruggs and Flatt and Scruggs, "Nine Pound Hammer" Valdese Quartet, "Just Over The Glory Land" The Stanley Brothers, "The Flood" Jim Shumate and John Shuffler, "Katie Hill" To learn more about the musical families of North Carolina, visit BlueRidgeMusicNC.com.

Traditional North Carolina music and Appalachia has deep roots that belong to many family trees. In this episode, we uncover the musical history of the Shuffler Family. Music featured in this episode includes: Doc and Merle Watson, "Going Down This Road Feeling Bad" Earl Scruggs and Flatt and Scruggs, "Nine Pound Hammer" Valdese Quartet, "Just Over The Glory Land" The Stanley Brothers, "The Flood" Jim Shumate and John Shuffler, "Katie Hill" To learn more about the musical families of North Carolina, visit BlueRidgeMusicNC.com.

Explore how financial decisions can be guided by wisdom, values, and the pursuit of peace. Through themes like inclusion, creativity, and generosity, we'll learn how to build healthy financial habits, budget with purpose, and approach money in a way that aligns with our spiritual lives. Whether you're facing financial challenges or seeking a deeper connection between faith and finances, cultivate peace of mind and a plan for lasting financial well-being.

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This week we feature fiddler with Johnny Warren.  As most listeners will know, Johnny is the son of bluegrass fiddle legend Paul Warren who spent years performing with Flatt & Scruggs and then toured with Lester Flatt and the Nashville Grass after Flatt and Scruggs parted ways.  Johnny is the fiddle player for the Earls of Leicester.  We talk with Johnny about his father and about playing his father's role as the fiddler in the Earls of Leicester.

Welcome to a special First to 15 miniseries: The Golden Touch.The Golden Touch is a First to 15 miniseries exploring the thrilling journey of Team USA as they secured their first-ever gold medal in women's team foil at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Join us as we speak to the athletes, their coaches, and key support staff who made history in one of the most unforgettable Olympic moments for USA Fencing.Today, we're talking with Lauren Scruggs, who made her Olympic debut in Paris and walked away with two medals—a silver in the individual event and gold in the team event.In addition to her Olympic success, Lauren is a standout student-athlete at Harvard University, where she fences under Head Coach Daria Schneider. She's also been part of the incredible Peter Westbrook Foundation legacy, a program that's shaped so many of the sport's top fencers.Today, we'll talk about the path to Paris, her performance on the Olympic stage, anchoring Team USA to that gold medal, and life since Aug. 1. Visit the USA Fencing websiteFollow USA Fencing on InstagramRead a transcript for this episode --First to 15: The Official Podcast of USA FencingHost: Bryan WendellCover art: Manna CreationsTheme music: Brian Sanyshyn

Bridges Sunday School Class - Luke 2:1-20 Rev. Dr. Chris Scruggs 12/22/24 by First Presbyterian Church San Antonio

This episode begins with Mozart—the glorious, peppy last movement of a piano concerto—and ends with Sarah Vaughan, singing a song (“Black Coffee”). In between we have Bill Monroe, Fanny Mendelssohn, Earl Scruggs—a real variety show. But all to a purpose. Mozart, Piano Concerto No. 14 in E flat, K. 449, last movement Clarke, “The Cloths of Heaven” Monroe, “Blue Moon of Kentucky” Bernstein, “Some Other Time” Mendelssohn, Fanny, arr. Masur, Ken-David, “Schöne Fremde” Dunhill, “The Cloths of Heaven” Kern, “Why Was I Born?” Scruggs, “Foggy Mountain Breakdown” Burke, “Black Coffee”

It's time to crack the final can of our Bluegrass 4-Pack! It contains the history of progressive bluegrass, when younger musicians began to expand and enhance the traditional sounds of Bill Monroe and Flatt and Scruggs.   Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the show on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends. Visit our website at SuburbsPod.com Email Jim & Patrick at rock@suburbspod.com Follow us on the Threads, Facebook or Instagram @suburbspod If you're glad or sad or high, call the Suburban Party Line — 612-440-1984. Theme music: "Ascension," originally by Quartjar, covered by Frank Muffin. Visit quartjar.bandcamp.com and frankmuffin.bandcamp.com.

Hour 2 of the Killer B's with Joel Blank, and Jeremy Branham included... Jeremy doesn't think Juice Scruggs will ever be the center over Patterson again Fantasy football expert for Sirius/XM, Adam Ronis, made his weekly visit to help get our lineups set The worst takes of the week got roasted during 'Bad Take BLVD'

In our third episode, we push the conversation further by exploring how communities evolve over time and what it takes to sustain meaningful connections. Building on the themes of the first two episodes, we focus on navigating challenges like conflict, changing dynamics, and maintaining trust as groups grow and shift. We'll discuss the importance of adaptability, the role of leadership in fostering resilience, and practical tools for ensuring both individuals and the collective continue to thrive. Whether you're a leader in your community or simply looking to strengthen your bonds, this episode will leave you with valuable strategies to sustain and enrich your connections.

We open another can from the Bluegrass 4-Pack today, as Patrick outlines the remarkable career of Lester Flatt and Earl Scruggs. They left Bill Monroe's Blue Grass Boys in 1948 and went on to take the music to a whole new audience and level of popularity.  Rockin' the Suburbs on Apple Podcasts/iTunes or other podcast platforms, including audioBoom, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon, iHeart, Stitcher and TuneIn. Or listen at SuburbsPod.com. Please rate/review the show on Apple Podcasts and share it with your friends. Visit our website at SuburbsPod.com Email Jim & Patrick at rock@suburbspod.com Follow us on the Threads, Facebook or Instagram @suburbspod If you're glad or sad or high, call the Suburban Party Line — 612-440-1984. Theme music: "Ascension," originally by Quartjar, covered by Frank Muffin. Visit quartjar.bandcamp.com and frankmuffin.bandcamp.com. 

Bridges Sunday School Class - Mark 16: 1-20 by Rev. Dr. Chris Scruggs 11/10/24 by First Presbyterian Church San Antonio

In our second episode, we're taking things deeper as we explore what it truly means to thrive within a community. Building on the foundation of Episode 1, we shift from the basics of connection to focus on how to create support systems that actively enhance personal and collective growth. This episode covers how belonging influences mental well-being, the power of a shared purpose, and hands-on strategies for cultivating spaces where everyone can flourish. Whether you're part of a professional network, creative team, or neighborhood group, this episode offers fresh insights to deepen your connections and fully embrace the strength of community. Related Links: AMAZON: Thriving Beyond Belief book WEBSITE: Cheryl Scruggs

Welcome to the Service Business Mastery Podcast! Visit our website for more episodes and insights! www.servicebusinessmastery.com In this episode, hosts Tersh Blissett and Joshua Crouch are joined by Bradley Scruggs, Chief Marketing Officer and Co-founder of ZyraTalk, a company transforming customer engagement with AI technology for home service businesses.

In this episode, we explore what it means to truly thrive within a community, from fostering meaningful connections to building support systems that uplift personal growth. We dive into how belonging impacts mental well-being, the power of shared purpose, and practical tips for creating environments where both individuals and the collective can flourish. Whether you're part of a professional network, creative group, or neighborhood circle, this conversation will leave you inspired to deepen your connections and embrace the beauty of community living.

Episode Summary:In this episode of The Creative Genius Podcast, Kate Shepherd speaks with Kwame Scruggs, the founder of Alchemy Inc., a nonprofit using the transformative power of mythology to inspire and uplift communities. Kwame shares his incredible journey, from working at Goodyear for 15 years while earning his degrees at night to founding Alchemy Inc. He highlights the wisdom we can gain from myths, including how they can help us identify the subconscious beliefs that may be holding us back.Kwame is life work revolves around the transformative power of mythology and creative expression.  Born and raised in Akron, Ohio. He started his career at Goodyear. Where he worked for 15 years at night while earning his M S in technical education with an emphasis on guidance and counseling. Because as you'll hear this man is somebody who really cares about others and has a passion for helping. His passion for helping others was always there, but it wasn't until he discovered the works of Carl Young. Joseph Campbell and Michael Meade. That he found his true purpose.In this episode, Kwame references the powerful myth of the Firebird, which inspired Kate to create a guided meditation that allows listeners to personally interact with mythology for self-reflection. This episode dives deep into how we can use ancient stories to uncover hidden aspects of ourselves, shift our perspectives, and step into the role of hero in our own lives.You'll also learn about Kwame's experiences working with high school dropouts and youth, as well as his work that was recognized by the Presidents Award  and his Ph.D. in Mythological Studies. His life's work revolves around reminding people that myths hold transformative power to help us all grow and heal.If you feel like there's a gap between your visions and your real-world results, this episode is for you. Kwame Scruggs shows us how myths can bridge that gap and help us uncover what's holding us back.Key Topics Discussed:Kwame's journey from tire factory worker to Ph.D. and nonprofit founderThe myth of the Firebird and its transformative powerHow to work with mythology to uncover subconscious beliefsKwame's impactful work with youth through Alchemy Inc.Kate's guided meditation inspired by the myth of the FirebirdThe importance of showing up for your purpose, even when the road is long and windingResources Mentioned:Alchemy Inc. (Kwame's nonprofit organization)The Myth of the FirebirdKate's Guided Meditation & Reflection Packet on the FirebirdKwame's Recommended Readings: Carl Jung, Joseph Campbell, Michael MeadeTake Action!If you're intrigued by the idea of using myths for self-reflection, check out my guided Firebird meditation and reflection packet on my Patreon. You'll also find a growing library of resources, including bonus episodes, guided meditations, and more, designed to support your creative journey.

Bridges Sunday School Class - Mark 13:1-37 by Rev. Dr. Chris Scruggs 10/20/24 by First Presbyterian Church San Antonio

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  Most people know something about Mark Twain, the pen name of Samuel Clemens. After all, he wrote his most famous books while living in Hartford, Connecticut. His 25-room house on Farmington Avenue cost over $40,000 in 1874 dollars. Raised as a child in Missouri, he became world famous for his wit and humor both in print and on stage. But what if the man who served as Twain's butler for 17 years had a story that was just as powerful and gripping as Twain's? In today's episode we are going to meet that man, George Griffin.   Twain scholar and collector Kevin MacDonnell's biographical sketch George Griffin: Meeting Mark Twain's Butler which provides the most comprehensive look into Griffin's life to date, and brings us face to face with the man who is said to have inspired Jim in Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. George Griffin came to wash the windows in Mark Twain's new house in 1874 and stayed for seventeen years, taking on the position of butler, the highest-ranking employee in the household.   A photograph of Griffin was discovered recently. It is the only known picture of the man who was also a prominent leader in Hartford's Black community, serving as deacon of Hartford's Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church.   The guests in this episode are Dr. Camesha Scruggs, professor of history at Central Connecticut State University and Twain scholar Kevin MacDonnell.    Dr. Scruggs received her PhD in history from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.  Her current manuscript project is a further examination of how interventions from social, civic, government, secondary and higher education institutions impact the occupation of domestic service during the New Deal Era. She may be contacted at cscruggs@ccsu.edu   Kevin MacDonnell earned his MLS at the University of Texas and serves on the editorial board of the Mark Twain Journal.  He has contributed articles to the Mark Twain Encyclopedia (1993), co-edited Mark Twain and Youth, and has reviewed over fifty books for the Mark Twain Forum. His collection of more than 11,000 Mark Twain items--first editions, letters, photographs, archives, manuscripts, and artifacts--is the largest in private hands and is frequently shared with other scholars and museums. He gives frequent lectures on Twain and may be reached at info@macdonnellrarebooks.com   Copies of The Mark Twain Journal featuring Kevin MacDonnell's biographical sketch George Griffin: Meeting Mark Twain's Butler Face-to-Face may be purchased from the Mark Twain House Museum Store for $12.00. The link to the journal in the museum shop is here: https://marktwainhousestore.org/products/mark-twain-journal-volume-62-number-1   You can also take a special tour of the Twain House.   The George Griffin Living History Tour invites visitors to step back in time to the year 1885. The premise of the tour is that the Clemens family are looking to hire a new cook, and Mr. Griffin has been tasked with conducting the first round of interviews—after all, as the head of the domestic staff, he knows exactly the kind of temperament and skills needed to keep the house running. He leads visitors through each restored room of the house, and gives them his own experience of not only the domestic labor done in that space, but also the emotional labor that he must navigate daily as a formerly enslaved black man working in the house of a wealthy white family. And who is “G. G., Chief of Ordnance?” Find out for yourself when you take a Living History tour with George Griffin.   ------------------------------------------------------- Can you spare $10 a month to help support Grating the Nutmeg? It's easy to set up a monthly donation on the Connecticut Explored website at ctexplored.org   Click the donate button at the top and then look for the Grating the Nutmeg link.    Subscribe to get your copy of Connecticut Explored magazine delivered to your mailbox or your inbox-subscribe at ctexplored.org.   We've got issues coming up on food, celebrations and the environment with places you'll want to read about and visit.   This episode of Grating the Nutmeg was produced by Mary Donohue and engineered by Patrick O'Sullivan at www.highwattagemedia.com/   Follow GTN on our Facebook, Instagram and Threads pages.    You can find host and executive producer Mary Donohue on Facebook and Instagram: @WeHaSidewalkHistorian. Join us in two weeks for the next episode of Grating the Nutmeg, the podcast of Connecticut history.  

Xavier Scruggs joins the guys on Diggin' Deep!The former Marlin and Cardinal shares his journey from 19th round pick to the big leagues. X had the priviledge of playing with legends of the game like Ichiro and Yadier Molina, and even had Barry Bonds as his hitting coach when he was with the Marlins. Xavier relives some of those stories and talks about what his biggest takeaways were from spending time with those legends. When Xavier left the MLB after the 2016 season, he went to play overseas in Korea. X moved to Korea with his wife and they had their son while he they were out there. He takes us through what it was like balancing family life in a foreign country, while also trying to perform to the best of his ability somewhere unfamiliar to him. After spending some time overseas, Xavier came back to the US and broke into the baseball media game. He explains how he got into broadcasting and landing his first show on MLB Network. X also shares what its like keep relationships with current players despite his media role, and being the lead color analyst for Friday Night Baseball on Apple TV.-----------------GuestXavier Scruggs / ⁠⁠⁠⁠@xavierscruggsHostsEric Hosmer /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @hosmer305⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Peter Moylan / @petermoylan⁠⁠Justin Su'a /⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @justinsua⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Interact with the Diggin' Deep Crew on:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Advertising & Partnership inquiries: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠diggindeep@moonballmedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠a⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ MoonBall Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast

The Dreadful Snakes kick-off this episode of the Back Porch Bluegrass Show, and then we've got Balsam Range, Jeremy Stephens, Dr Pete Wernick (playing some pretty way-out sounding banjo licks), Longview and Ramona Church. I've got Dale Jett & Hello Stranger back this week, and the Trenwiths (previewing their appearance at the Raglan Country & Blues Festival), and a classic from Flatt & Scruggs ( because it IS a bluegrass show!)

You can thrive and live an abundant life in every area and in every season. You can practice the lost arts of being a vibrant human being. And you can be energized and enjoy more of what matters most spiritually, emotionally, physically, mentally, and relationally. Related Links: AMAZON: Thriving Beyond Belief book WEBSITE: Cheryl Scruggs

I explore the essential yet often overlooked practice of resting, a cornerstone of thriving in all facets of life. Through personal reflection and experiences, I emphasize the multi-dimensional aspects of rest—spiritual, emotional, and physical—that together, support a vibrant and fulfilling existence. Spiritual Rest: I delve into the importance of reconnecting with one's spiritual roots to find peace and direction. I share how moments of solitude, prayer, and meditation not only rejuvenate the spirit but also fortify us against life's tumults. It's about creating spaces to listen and respond to what God might be whispering to our hearts. Emotional Rest: Here, I discuss the necessity of emotional boundaries to maintain balance and health. I talk about the power of saying no and the freedom found in prioritizing personal mental health. Through practices like journaling and engaging in meaningful conversations, I've found ways to declutter my emotional world, making room for more authentic joy and less imposed stress. Physical Rest: I emphasize how vital it is to respect our bodies through restorative practices. Whether it's committing to regular sleep schedules, integrating gentle exercises like yoga, or simply taking time to breathe deeply, I highlight the importance of listening to our physical needs and responding with kindness and care. Integrating Rest into Everyday Life: I conclude the chapter with practical strategies for incorporating rest into a bustling lifestyle. I share how small pockets of rest can be seamlessly woven into the fabric of our daily routines, enhancing overall well-being without compromising our commitments and productivity. Related Links: AMAZON: Thriving Beyond Belief book WEBSITE: Cheryl Scruggs

Can myth-based storytelling transform urban youth? Kwame Scruggs joins us to discuss how urban youth development thrives through the transformative power of mythological storytelling. He engages young minds by connecting their experiences with universal themes. His programs incorporate myths that foster emotional healing, personal growth, and a sense of community, guiding youth to see themselves as heroes in their stories. These initiatives offer a holistic approach to education and empowerment by integrating analytical psychology and relevant cultural elements. The insights gained from myths help youth navigate their challenges, instilling hope and resilience. Prepare to discover what transformative power mythological storytelling holds for urban youth development, how myths foster emotional healing, personal growth, and community, which methods effectively integrate myth and analytical psychology in educational programs, whether myth-based approaches can facilitate meaningful change, why storytelling is a vital tool for instilling hope and resilience in young people's lives…and so much more. FIND THE DREAM WE ANALYZE HERE: https://thisjungianlife.com/the-power-of-myth-in-urban-youth-development/  Learn more about Kwame here: https://www.kwamescruggs.com/ Learn about Kwame's live mentor training in New York City on June 22, 2024.  https://www.alchemyinc.net/rsvp LOOK & GROW HERE Unlock The Power of Your Dreams: https://thisjungianlife.com/join-dream-school/   Support Dreams and Depth: Join Our Patreon Community Today: https://www.patreon.com/ThisJungianLife Don't Miss Out - Submit Your Dream Now for a Chance to Be Featured on Our Podcast! https://thisjungianlife.com/share-your-dream/ Help Shape Our Show! Share Your Ideas for Our Next Podcast: https://thisjungianlife.com/podcast-form-topics/    Shop Exclusive 'This Jungian Life' Gear: https://www.zazzle.com/store/thisjungianlife/products STAY INSPIRED EVERY DAY! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Q8IG87DsnQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisjungianlifepodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThisJungianLife Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThisJungianLife/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thisjungianlife/