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“We can choose our brain's destiny,” says David Perlmutter, MD. Perlmutter is a Board-Certified Neurologist and six-time New York Times bestselling author whose work focuses on the intersection of neurology, nutrition, and brain health. He is on the Board of Directors of the American College of Nutrition and the Editorial Board of the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease. His books, including the #1 bestseller Grain Brain, has been published in 32 languages and sold over a million copies. Perlmutter lectures globally at leading institutions and has been featured on major media outlets including 20/20, CNN, The Today Show, and Oprah. His new book, Brain Defenders, focuses on the pivotal role of microglia, the brain's immune cells, in protecting, repairing, and reprogramming the brain for lifelong resilience, and is now available for pre-order. 00:00 - Treating the symptoms, not the cause  02:37 - Microglial cells & their evil twin state  05:44 - How metabolism affects the brain  08:00 - Gut bacteria, inflammation, & brain degeneration  11:38 - Why lifestyle beats the APOE4 gene  16:25 - Perlmutter's daily routine 23:55 - Loneliness & oxytocin  26:21 - The effects of long COVID on the brain 32:18 - Glyphosate & other environmental factors  39:20 - Reprogramming microglia & mitochondrial transplants  41:35 - Own your brain's destiny Referenced in the episode:  For more about Perlmutter, visit his website: https://drperlmutter.com/  Alzheimers & UPFs study: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tjpad.2024.100042  POINTER study - https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/2837046  20-week Alzheimer's study:  https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13195-024-01482-z  Golf course & Parkinson's study: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2833716  We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if food is doing far more than providing calories, protein, carbohydrates, and fat? What if every bite is actually delivering information to your genes, cells, microbiome, and biological systems? In this fascinating solo episode, Darin challenges the century-old idea of viewing food simply as fuel and explores what happens when we begin seeing food as biological information. From carrots resembling eyes and walnuts resembling brains to nutrigenomics, plant compounds, biophotons, structured water, living enzymes, and the microbiome, Darin dives into the hidden layers of food that never appear on a nutrition label. He explores established research alongside emerging and controversial areas of science, explaining why the freshness, color, diversity, and wholeness of what we eat may matter far beyond its calorie count. Darin also reveals why "eating the rainbow" is really about consuming a wider library of chemical information and why feeding your gut microbes may be just as important as feeding yourself. This episode will completely change the way you look at what's sitting on your plate. What You'll Learn Why Darin believes the calorie model leaves out some of food's most important biological effects How nutrients and plant compounds can influence gene expression through nutrigenomics and epigenetics Why Darin describes every meal as sending a "memo" to your DNA What biophotons are and the emerging research around light emitted by living cells and foods Why fresh, living foods may carry information that heavily processed foods have lost The theory of structured or "exclusion zone" water in living foods What happens to naturally occurring enzymes when foods are heated and processed Why the colors of fruits and vegetables correspond to different families of protective plant compounds How your food communicates with the trillions of microbes living inside your gut Why dietary diversity and fermented foods may help create a healthier, more resilient microbiome Chapters 00:00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife 00:00:32 – Sponsor: Bite 00:02:47 – The hidden clues sitting inside your food 00:03:22 – Carrots, tomatoes, and walnuts: coincidence or clues? 00:04:13 – Why we've been too busy counting calories 00:04:39 – Food is information 00:04:47 – Why the calorie model leaves out the bigger picture 00:05:14 – Your body isn't a furnace 00:05:48 – How food communicates with your cells 00:06:25 – Nutrigenomics: how food talks to your genes 00:06:53 – Every meal can influence gene expression 00:07:22 – What memo are you sending your DNA? 00:07:52 – The strange science of biophotons 00:09:03 – Why fresh food emits different light than processed food 00:09:37 – Where biophoton research stands scientifically 00:10:26 – Structured water and the fourth phase of water 00:12:00 – What processing may do to water inside food 00:12:37 – Sponsor: Manna Vitality 00:14:35 – The controversial theory of food enzymes 00:15:18 – What we know about enzymes in raw and sprouted foods 00:15:37 – The hidden information missing from nutrition labels 00:15:58 – Can the color of your food unlock your potential? 00:16:16 – Why "eat the rainbow" is chemistry, not mysticism 00:16:38 – Anthocyanins and the power of purple, red, and blue foods 00:17:27 – Color is the plant's natural label 00:18:20 – Every color sends your body a different message 00:18:50 – The problem with the modern "beige diet" 00:19:14 – You're feeding 38 trillion microbes, not just yourself 00:19:46 – How gut bacteria transform fiber into powerful compounds 00:20:25 – The extraordinary conversation between plants and your microbiome 00:21:05 – Why plant diversity matters for immunity, mood, and hormones 00:21:31 – The Stanford fermented food study 00:22:02 – What fermented foods did to microbiome diversity and inflammation 00:22:30 – Ultra-processed food, inflammation, and what's coming next 00:22:45 – Continue the full deep dive on Patreon 00:23:24 – Closing thoughts Thank You to Our Sponsors Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order Manna Vitality: Go to mannavitality.com/ and use code DARIN12 for 12% off your order. Join the SuperLife Patreon: This is where Darin now shares the deeper work: - weekly voice notes - ingredient trackers - wellness challenges - extended conversations - community accountability - sovereignty practices Join now for only $7.49/month at https://patreon.com/darinolien Find More from Darin Olien: Website: darinolien.com Instagram: @darinolien Book: Fatal Conveniences Platform & Products: superlife.com New Show: Roadmap to Happiness Key Takeaway "Food isn't just fuel. Every bite carries information—through nutrients, plant compounds, color, fiber, enzymes, and the interactions it creates with your microbiome. Your body isn't simply counting calories; it's responding to biological signals. So the question isn't only how much you're eating. It's what message you're sending your body every time you sit down to eat." Bibliography/Sources: Food as Information & Nutrigenomics Dutton, R. (2017). Hey, Hippocrates: Food isn't medicine. It's just food. 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Cell . https://www.cell.com/cell/fulltext/S0092-8674(16)30559-6 Stanford Medicine. (2021, July). Fermented-food diet increases microbiome diversity, decreases inflammatory proteins, study finds . https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2021/07/fermented-food-diet-increases-microbiome-diversity-lowers-inflammation The mutual effect of dietary fiber and polyphenol on gut microbiota. (2025). ScienceDirect . https://www.sciencedirect.com/ Shape, Biomimicry & Botanical History Cardenas, D. (2013). Let not thy food be confused with thy medicine: The Hippocratic misquotation. e-SPEN Journal . https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clnme.2013.10.002 How do the 'three sister' plants work together? (n.d.). Soils Matter . https://soilsmatter.wordpress.com/ Kimmerer, R. W. (2013). Braiding sweetgrass: Indigenous wisdom, scientific knowledge, and the teachings of plants. Milkweed Editions . Nutritional benefits of lycopene and beta-carotene: A comprehensive overview. (n.d.). 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WHO report says eating processed meat is carcinogenic . https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/2015/11/03/report-says-eating-processed-meat-is-carcinogenic-understanding-the-findings/ International Agency for Research on Cancer. (2015, October). Carcinogenicity of the consumption of red meat and processed meat. IARC Monographs Volume 114 . https://publications.iarc.fr/ The detrimental impact of ultra-processed foods on the human gut microbiome and gut barrier. (2025). Nutrients . https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/17/1 Ultra-processed foods and food additives in gut health and disease. (2024). Nature Reviews Gastroenterology & Hepatology . https://www.nature.com/articles/s41575-024-00898-3 Ultra-processed foods, gut microbiota, and inflammatory bowel disease: A critical review of emerging evidence. (2025). PubMed . https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/

What if the way you pray has more to do with your attachment patterns than you realize? In this episode, Dr. Alison shares how her own prayer life changed as she became more securely attached—and the surprising shift that she didn't understand at first. We'll look at what attachment theory can teach us about the way we experience closeness, why deeply feeling or anxiously attached parts of us may equate intensity with love, and how healing can lead to a steadier, more integrated way of relating—with other people and with God. In this episode, you'll learn: Why intensity can feel like closeness—even when it isn't security What attachment research reveals about why some relationships feel so consuming The subtle shifts that happen as your attachment system begins to heal What securely attached people do differently in close relationships A simple practice for building greater trust from the inside out More Resources: With every purchase of Dr. Alison's newest book, The Secure Soul, you'll get exclusive access to her Soul Tending Video Library, including  “Boundaries for the Deeply Feeling Woman” and her masterclass “Healing the Wounds That Still Shape You.” Connect further with @dralisoncook on Instagram

KB is BACK and kicks things off discussing the Phillies and their continued spiral out of the postseason and why it's impossible to know if they can claw out of this disaster. Then KB is joined by Philadelphia Waterdogs Rookie Midfielder Josh Yago for an electric conversation in preparation for Waterdogs Homecoming Weekend at Subaru Park! Then KB rounds out the show discussing the 76ers and their schedule starting to take shape. Onboarding Form: forms.gle/mZYnkiQcGv1ZxBSg9 Voicemail Line: speakpipe.com/UndergroundSportsPhiladelphia Support Our Sponsors! The City of Vineland: Get ready, Vineland! The Recreation Summer Concert Series is back at the Enrico Serra Band Shell at Giampietro Park, with free shows beginning at 7 p.m. Bring the family and enjoy three unforgettable nights of live music. Saturday, July 18, it's Yacht Rock Gold Experience, Saturday, August 22, Kevin Kenny: The Chesney Show, and Saturday, September 19, Van Halen Nation. From smooth yacht rock to country favorites and classic Van Halen hits, there's something for everyone. That's the Vineland Recreation Summer Concert Series, free at Giampietro Park. Bring your lawn chair, bring your friends, and enjoy the music! Get ready for one of Vineland's most anticipated events of the year. The 9th Annual Vineland Food Truck Festival returns to downtown Vineland on Sunday, September 13, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Enjoy delicious eats from 30 food trucks, shop local craft and merchandise vendors, and experience live entertainment throughout the day featuring the Steely Dan Tribute Band Kid Charlemagne, Direct From Philadelphia DJ Ben Arsenal. And much more. Bring your family and friends for a full day of food and music, on Landis Avenue. For more information, contact Special Events Coordinator Sheena Santiago at 856-794-4000 ext. 4169. TurnToTrades.com Turn To Trades is a free website that helps people find a career in the skilled trades. No college, no debt, no catch. 25 trade guides with real pay, training path, what the work is like, and access in all 50 states! Visit TurnToTrades.com to get your journey in the trades started today! '47 Brand Shop for your favorite sports fan and get FREE SHIPPING on ALL orders with '47 Brand! 47.sjv.io/e1Nyor FOCO Shop your favorite fan gear with FOCO! foco.vegb.net/0ZyLgV Kenwood Beer Visit kenwoodbeer.com/#finder and see who has Kenwood Beer on tap in YOUR area and crack open an ice cold Kenwood Beer to celebrate the good times! (MUST be 21+ to do so and PLEASE drink responsibly.) Merch & Apparel: www.phiapparel.co/shop + Use Code "UNDERGROUND" for 10% off! PLL App Download the PLL App in the App Store or Google Play Store and in the redeem code section, use code OTBPOD for 500 XP on your account! Biñho Get 10% off your next purchase with code BINHOBENNETT62 from our pals at Biñho! binhoboard.com?bg_ref=pDJkDdNO1y Follow Us! Twitter: twitter.com/UndergroundPHI Instagram: www.instagram.com/undergroundphi/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@undergroundphi KB: twitter.com/KBizzl311 Watch LIVE: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@UndergroundSportsPhiladelphia FB: facebook.com/UndergroundSportsPHI Twitch: twitch.tv/UndergroundsportsPHI Intro Music: Arkells "People's Champ" Outro Music: Arkells "People's Champ" #76ers #Sixers #NBA #Phillies #RingTheBell #MLB #Baseball #Interview #Guest #lacrosse #JoshYago #PhiladelphiaWaterdogs #podcastcharts #download #review #subscribe #UndergroundIndustries

The beginning of a school year is filled with anticipation. Teachers organize classrooms, prepare lesson plans, establish routines, and think through every detail of the first week. Those things matter but they aren't the only things that matter. In this solo episode of Our Classroom, Roberto Germán invites educators to look beyond procedures and consider the deeper questions that shape the culture of a classroom long before the first unit is complete. Rather than offering a checklist for the first week of school, Roberto shares five reflective questions that can influence every interaction, every lesson, and every relationship throughout the year. In this episode, we explore: What students are learning about themselves in your classroom Why every student arrives carrying an unseen story How belonging is built through everyday decisions The difference between creating compliance and cultivating community What you hope students will remember long after they've forgotten your lessons As another school year begins, this episode is a reminder that great teaching isn't only measured by what students know, it's also measured by who they become. Key Reflection "Long after students forget your syllabus, they'll remember how your classroom made them feel about themselves." Teach in Truth.Lead with Courage.Belong to a Community That Gets It.

Drop us a note about the podcast. Romans 1 doesn't just diagnose individual sin, it explains what happens when an entire culture decides it's “foolish to acknowledge God.” We open by reading Scripture that names the slide from pride to confusion to open celebration of what destroys people. Then we bring that sober warning into the real world with a disturbing news story, not for shock value, but to underline a hard truth: evil is never abstract to its victims, and moral drift always has a body count.From there, we slow down and pray for you and your family, for leaders in the pulpit and the state, and for anyone who feels scared, anxious, abused, depressed, or alone. We also read marriage verses that can sound jarring in modern churches, and we sit with what it means to submit our opinions to God's Word rather than reshaping the Bible to fit the moment. Psalm 10 and Proverbs 19 add two more angles that matter right now: God sees oppression, and human “friendship” often follows money instead of mercy.We close by stepping into American Christian heritage with a Medal of Honor spotlight and historical references that include Ulysses S. Grant taking the presidential oath on Isaiah 11 and a quotation from Justice Samuel Chase on religion and public order. I argue that Christianity isn't a side note in America's story, and I point to what I believe is the best path forward for any nation: spread the gospel of Jesus Christ and deepen obedience to Him, whatever dark days may come.Subscribe, share this with someone who needs courage, and leave a review so more people can find the show.#SamuelChase#AmericanPatriot #ChristianNationSupport the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribeCountryside Book Serieshttps://www.amazon.com/Countryside-Book-J-T-Cope-IV-ebook/dp/B00MPIXOB2 America's Christian Heritage Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/2622483

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What does it really mean to be grossly out of shape? In this video, we break down the warning signs of poor physical conditioning, including low stamina, easy fatigue, shortness of breath during everyday activities, lack of strength, inactivity, and unhealthy lifestyle habits.Being out of shape doesn't mean you have to stay that way. Small, realistic changes to your daily routine can help improve endurance, strength, mobility, energy, and overall health over time.We'll discuss why physical fitness can decline, how inactivity affects the body, and practical ways to start becoming more active without trying to transform yourself overnight.This video is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have an existing medical condition or experience concerning symptoms during physical activity, speak with a qualified healthcare professional.Subscribe for more videos about health, wellness, nutrition, fitness, healthy living, and improving your quality of life.Podcast: Sunday, Monday, and ThursdayLINKS:⁠⁠⁠https://www.officialmoringamagic.com/#aff=enamul33 ⁠⁠⁠ moringa pillsMasonic Regalia and Jewelry Wholesale Prices | Bricks Masons https://bit.ly/4a2nn4DThe Encyclopedia of Power Foods- Latest2024! Ebooks https://bit.ly/49XfoWn⁠⁠⁠https://www.legalcontracts.com/?pid=p⁠⁠⁠Business sponsorship inquiries: evolutionoflondon@gmail.comShop now: www.evolutionoflondon.com(online shopping mall)www.evolutionoflondon.org(custom clothing accessories digital products)www.linktree.com/evolutionoflondon. www.patreon.com/evolutionoflondonDonate/PayPal:Evolutionoflondon@gmail.comMusic: cheap limousine channel on YouTubeGreatness19 channel on YouTubeMr. Evolution of London (health and wellness) on YouTubeWJA Accessories (fitness consultant)Email: healthfitnessconsultant1@gmail.com

Episode 672 Want to see how loan officers are using coaching, accountability, and proven systems to grow their production? Visit MMADemo.com to schedule a free strategy call and see how we can help you grow your business. Welcome to Loan Officer Freedom, the #1 podcast in the country for loan officers, hosted by Carl White and Jim Reed. In this episode, Carl White and Jim Reed explore one of the most overlooked factors in both business and life: who you choose to listen to. They discuss why the right mentors can shape the way you think, the skills you develop, and ultimately the results you create. Carl shares stories about some of the people who influenced him early in life and throughout his mortgage career, including the lessons he learned about storytelling, treating people with kindness, making others feel important, and learning directly from people who were actively producing the results he wanted. Carl and Jim also explain why choosing mentors based on character and current results matters, especially when deciding whose advice deserves your attention. The conversation shifts into why mentorship alone is not enough. Success requires consistently developing and maintaining your skills. Using examples from running, golf, aviation, prospecting, and even a lumberjack competition, Carl and Jim explain how quickly skills can deteriorate when they are not practiced and why successful loan officers continually sharpen their craft. They also discuss the results they have seen from loan officers who stay committed to coaching and consistent implementation, including how 87% of the members they reference who stayed with the program doubled their production and income over an 18-month period. More importantly, they explain why growth rarely happens overnight and why staying engaged long enough to have your breakthrough can make all the difference. If you want to grow your mortgage business, this episode is a reminder to pay close attention to who you learn from, stay committed to developing your skills, and surround yourself with people who are actively achieving the results you want to create.

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“Improve your leadership.” “Build a better culture.”Dentistry loves giving practice owners advice that sounds important and tells them almost nothing about what to do next.In this episode, Dr. Dave breaks leadership and culture down into something you can actually see, diagnose, and engineer inside your practice.You'll discover:The 6 control points that determine whether your team takes ownership or keeps bringing every decision back to you.Why accountability problems are often system problems in disguise, and how to identify the condition producing the behavior you want to change.How to build a team that makes better decisions, protects your standards, and depends less on you without creating chaos or losing control.If you're tired of being told to “be a better leader” and want an actual system for building a self-managing team, press play.━━━━━━━━━Busy isn't the same as Irreplaceable. One fills your schedule. The other protects your time, your income, and the team that has your back.Ten questions. Four minutes. See where your practice is strong, where it is exposed, and what to build next so you can work less, earn more, and be ready for what is coming.Take the Commoditization Threat Assessment: assessment.irreplaceablepractice.com

Even that overlooked yet essential little pinprick at the end of this sentence has a history. For once upon a time, there were no stops or periods. And therefore there were no sentences, at least as we conceive them now. “Changes in punctuation,” writes my guest Florence Hazrat, “like changes in language, are normal, but they're also important reflections of our values.”They are also, perhaps, indications of how we reframe the realities that we create with words. In her new book On the Mark: From Periods to Interrobangs, How Punctuation Changed the World, Hazrat ranges from cuneiform and Cicero to uncial and Shakespeare, and beyond, attending to how we have chosen to shape our sentences, and why. “From neuroscience to law, colonialism to love, punctuation exerts an enormous hidden power over our internal and external lives.”Florence Hazrat is a writer, researcher, and educator fascinated by anything that has to do with language, writing, culture, and society—and by dogs. She is the author of An Admirable Point: A Brief History of the Exclamation Mark! as well as On the Mark. Her research examines how seemingly small features of written language reveal larger changes in society, politics, and human thought.

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  How are ethylene and propylene prices established in one of the world's most influential olefins markets? As trade flows evolve and pricing mechanisms continue to develop, the US market offers valuable insight into how prices are discovered, referenced and negotiated across the olefins value chain. In this episode, Craig Barry, Lead Olefins Consultant and Michael Camarda, Senior Editorial Lead for US Olefins, discuss the factors shaping ethylene and propylene pricing in the US and what sets the market apart from other major regions.       Listen to learn more about:   Why the US market has become a key reference point for global ethylene and propylene pricing. How spot market activity has changed the way market participants assess value and negotiate contracts. The differences between US ethylene and propylene markets, including the growing role of pricing indexes. What expanding exports and changing market fundamentals could mean for olefins pricing in the years ahead.  This episode is part of the Olefins Market Structure & Pricing podcast series, where Argus experts share insights into the pricing mechanisms and market dynamics shaping ethylene and propylene markets across Asia, Europe and the US. Bringing together perspectives from each major region, the series highlights why pricing practices differ across global olefins markets, how prices are established and referenced, and the market fundamentals that influence commercial pricing decisions.

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Are the words spoken in your home pleasing to God? Our words have tremendous power. They can build up or tear down, bring healing or cause hurt, encourage the people we love or leave lasting wounds. In this episode of Family Vision, Dr. Rob Rienow explores the biblical power of our words and challenges families to measure their speech by a higher standard. Psalm 19:14 says, "Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer." The ultimate question is not simply whether our words please other people, but whether they please God. Rob also identifies seven kinds of speech that may win approval from others while dishonoring God, including flattery, gossip, crude language, affirming lies, mocking others, and complaining about authority. This episode offers a practical opportunity for your family to examine the words spoken in your home, seek forgiveness where needed, and ask God to transform your speech. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - Why words have the power to bring either healing or hurt - Why the words that come from our mouths reveal what is happening in our hearts - How saying the right thing at the wrong time can still damage a relationship - Seven kinds of speech that may please people while displeasing God - How parents can cultivate a culture of encouragement and godly speech at home - Practical ways your family can confess harmful speech and pray for words that honor God Featured Resources: Visionary Parenting — Discover a biblical vision for passing faith to your children and helping them follow Jesus for generations to come. Start reading for free today at https://visionaryfam.com/parenting. Upcoming Events — Meet Rob and Amy Rienow in person at a Visionary Family event or conference near you. View the full event schedule at https://visionaryfam.com/events. Love this episode? We'd love to hear from you! Share your thoughts and prayer requests at podcast@visionaryfam.com. Our prayer team would be honored to pray for you and your family. If this episode encouraged you, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Your review helps more families discover the show and grow in their faith. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube so you never miss an episode. Family Discussion: Take time this week to ask one another: "Are the words spoken in our home pleasing to God?" Consider whether flattery, swearing, crude jokes, affirming lies, gossip, mocking others, or complaining about authority have found a place in your family's conversations. Pray Psalm 19:14 together and ask God to make the words spoken in your home pleasing in His sight.

Joe Rose and the crew look ahead to the Dolphins' joint practice with the Commanders as Miami continues trimming its roster from 90 players to 53. The guys discuss Miami's trade for a Patriots offensive lineman, the positions of strength and concern, why Joe expects the Dolphins to stay active with waiver claims and potential trades, and the team's record amount of dead salary-cap money. Plus, they provide an update on rookie WR Chris Bell's recovery, debate LeSean McCoy ranking Antonio Brown over Jerry Rice, discuss the booming sports-card market after a Shohei Ohtani card worth millions was pulled in Boca, and Joe compares Don Shula's demanding Dolphins practices to Bill Walsh's approach in San Francisco while revisiting some of Miami's recent draft misses.

Don't sleep on  @UltraPouches . New customers get 15% Off with code "TAKE" at https://takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad A few games of the Philadelphia 76ers schedule have been revealed, and the Sixers will open the season against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. They will also face LeBron's former Lakers team on Christmas Day, and battle the Cleveland Cavaliers in their home opener. Also, longtime NBA trainer Drew Hanlen shared a new workout photo of Joel Embiid, who appears to be in incredible shape and noticeably slimmer after putting in serious work this offseason. In other news, we get our first look at the Sixers jerseys for the upcoming season. Furthermore, we break down some footage from the annual Rico Hines runs featuring VJ Edgecombe, Labaron Philon, Dominick Barlow, Adem Bona, and more! Lastly, Adem Bona appears to be developing his jump shot... and this could change a lot for the Sixers backup center position. Today, we discuss it all! FOLLOW US ON ALL PLATFORMS: https://linktr.ee/phillytakewithrb CHECK OUT THE NEW MERCH: https://phillytakewithrb.com/ Philly Take Discord: https://discord.gg/vEXh2Aqp Venmo: https://venmo.com/phillytakewithrb CashApp: https://cash.app/$phillytakewithrb Subscribe to Philly Take with RB on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ6xo8_BSzZJVYfWEqEt1Gw INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rbphillytake/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/RBPhillyTake Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI investment accelerates as Nvidia and Wall Street expand financing for infrastructure while questions grow around valuations and returns. Plus, cybersecurity risks and open source competition reshape the AI race. Later, energy, oil and commodities gain momentum as investors look beyond tech for opportunities. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to today's Guided Prayer, where we invite you to find a quiet space to still your mind and body.  Guided Prayers are a daily 5–10 minute, intentionally created moment to slow down and meet with God—through scripture, reflection, and honest prayer.It's not a program you attend.It's a pathway you practice.A guided space where people can stop, breathe, and connect with Jesus—every single day.

Send Gemma a messageWho did you learn you needed to be in your family growing up?The good girl? The responsible one? The peacekeeper? The child who didn't need very much?The roles we learn in our family of origin can become deeply ingrained, and we can continue playing them long after childhood has ended, particularly in our romantic relationships.In this episode, I explore six common childhood roles I've observed in my work with women, and how these roles can become part of what I call our Love Template, the largely unconscious map that influences who we're drawn to, how we behave in relationships, what we tolerate and the patterns we repeat.I also share an excerpt from one of the lessons inside Love Wisely Foundations, where I take a deeper look at several of these roles and how they can continue playing out in our adult relationships.The important thing to remember is this:You are not the role. You learned the role.And what has been learned can be noticed, understood and gradually changed.Love WiselyMy next Love Wisely group coaching experience begins on 9 September.Over three months, I guide a small group of women through the process of understanding and intentionally rewriting their Love Template, so they can break long-standing relationship patterns and move towards healthier, safer and more fulfilling relationships.Priority enrolment is now opening. See the links in the show notes for more information. Support the show

Dr. Alan Cohen is Associate Professor of Environmental Health Sciences, Chair of Biological Complexity and Healthy Longevity, and Co-Director of the Science of Health Program in the Robert N. Butler Columbia Aging Center at Columbia University. In his research, Alan takes a theoretical biology approach to some of the biggest questions in science, including what aging is and what it means to be alive. Rather than viewing biology only as a collection of individual genes, molecules, and cells, he studies how these components interact as complex dynamic systems to maintain the internal balance that supports health. His work explores how the breakdown of these interconnected systems may underlie aging and disease, and how scientists can develop new ways to measure and understand these changes beyond traditional reductionist approaches. When he's not working, Alan enjoys practicing Aikido, a martial art he first learned while living in Japan. He also does contact improvisation dance, where partners use spontaneous points of physical contact to create movement together without knowing where the dance will lead. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Asian Studies from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and he was awarded his PhD in Biology from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. Afterwards, Alan completed postdoctoral research at Johns Hopkins University, the University of Toronto, and the University of Sherbrooke. He then served on the faculty at the University of Sherbrooke for about 12 years before accepting a position at Columbia University in 2022. Alan has received various awards and honors, including the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Institute of Aging New Investigator Prize of Excellence in Research on Aging and the CIHR New Investigator Salary Award. In this interview, he shares more about his life and science.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have their first preseason game this Thursday night against the Green Bay Packers in Preseason Week 1, and there are a lot of position battles to track. Who are the favorites? Who are the contenders? All that, as well as the latest news and notes surrounding the Steelers, on the Monday "Let's Ride" podcast. This podcast is a part of the Steel Curtain Network, a part of the Fans First Sports Network. Check out Meinelschmidt Distillery at meineldistillery.com and use the code KICKOFF2026 to save 10% at checkout! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Brennan delivered when it mattered most, winning the Wyndham Championship to jump from No. 105 to No. 47 in the FedExCup standings and punch his ticket to the playoffs.Gary Williams breaks down Brennan's victory and the PGA TOUR's emerging youth movement, with Jackson Koivun and Michael Thorbjornsen joining Brennan as three straight winners under the age of 25.Josh Carpenter joins the show to discuss the future of the PGA TOUR schedule, new sponsorship developments surrounding the Wyndham Championship, and what could be next for LIV Golf. Taylor Zarzour also weighs in on the FedExCup Playoffs, Rory McIlroy, the Presidents Cup picture, and Koivun's potential path to a captain's pick.Plus, Gary looks at Asterisk Talley's dominant U.S. Women's Amateur victory and why the rising star continues to prove she knows how to win. Watch 5 Clubs live on Golf Channel or listen on SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio Channel 92 Monday-Wednesday at 8 AM ET.FOLLOW 5 Clubs: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5clubsgolf/X: https://x.com/5ClubsGolf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5ClubsGolf/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5clubsgolf#5Clubs #PGATOUR #Golf #FedExCup #WyndhamChampionship

Turnbuckle Tavern is powered by G FUEL and Official Dick Lazer. Use code TAVERN for 20% off at GFUEL.com and DickLazers.com. Episode 202 of Wrestling Tonight begins by remembering Dory Funk Jr., who died at 85 years old. We look back at the former NWA World Heavyweight Champion's remarkable career, his influence across generations of professional wrestling, his importance in both the United States and Japan, and the legacy he leaves behind as one of the industry's most respected figures. In WWE, Kevin Owens has called his shot against CM Punk. After returning at SummerSlam and winning a Fatal Four-Way to become number one contender, Owens told Nick Aldis he wants his WWE Championship match on August 21 in Toronto. We discuss why the setting matters, where Punk vs. Owens could be heading, and Chelsea Green's uncertain status after suffering a broken orbital bone on SmackDown. The G1 Climax 36 enters its final block matches with Konosuke Takeshita leading A Block while Ryohei Oiwa, Boltin Oleg and Yota Tsuji remain within striking distance. B Block is even tighter, with Gabe Kidd, Callum Newman and Ren Narita tied at the top. We break down the qualification picture, the tournament's biggest risers and what to watch as NJPW approaches the August 16 final. AEW's Continental Challenge Cup is underway with Claudio Castagnoli, Eddie Kingston and Orange Cassidy advancing to the final eight. We look ahead to Jay White vs. David Finlay, Jon Moxley vs. Jack Perry and the rest of the opening round as the tournament begins its road toward the final at Wembley Stadium. Plus, Hechicero wins the 2026 CMLL International Grand Prix after eliminating PAC and submitting Claudio Castagnoli, further cementing an incredible year for the CMLL World Heavyweight Champion. Finally, we preview the week ahead across WWE, AEW, NXT, TNA, AAA and NWA, including Penta vs. Laredo Kid on Raw, Grayson Waller vs. Cruz Montana on NXT, two Continental Challenge Cup matches on Dynamite, three championship matches on SmackDown, and the latest developments on the road to AEW All In. The August 30 All In card continues to take shape with Kenny Omega vs. Will Ospreay for the AEW World Championship, Willow Nightingale vs. Mercedes Moné for the AEW Women's World Championship, Cage and Cope vs. The Young Bucks for the AEW World Tag Team Championship, Divine Dominion vs. The Brawling Birds for the AEW Women's World Tag Team Championship, the Men's Casino Gauntlet and the Continental Challenge Cup final. Be sure to support the show and join our Patreon for just $2.99 a month at Patreon.com/TheTurnbuckleTavern for exclusive content. Follow us on social media @TurnbuckleTavern for all the latest updates. Until the following week, when we wine and dine with you kings and queens, stay out of the alley and away from the pork and beans. Good luck and good speed.  

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What's up, dudes? Kevin Williams from ‘Tis the Soundtrack joins me to talk about Rainbow “Snowman!” Yes, the former Deep Purple guitarist took Howard Blake's song from the 1982 classic and reworked it as an atmospheric synth and electric guitar anthem!Rainbow was formed in 1975 by guitarist Ritchie Blackmore after he began to tire of Deep Purple and the band's changing musical direction. Deep Purple had already replaced Ian Gillan and Roger Glover with David Coverdale and Glenn Hughes, but Blackmore remained unhappy with where the music was headed. What began as Blackmore recording a single with members of the band Elf ultimately grew into a full album and the creation of Rainbow. The band quickly became known for its larger-than-life live shows, whose centerpiece was a massive computer-controlled rainbow containing some 3,000 lightbulbs and stretching 40 feet across the stage. Rainbow also became notorious for its revolving door of musicians, with original vocalist Ronnie James Dio departing in 1978 over disagreements about the band's increasingly commercial musical direction. After further lineup changes, Joe Lynn Turner eventually took over as lead singer, ushering in Rainbow's more radio-friendly early-'80s era. That lineup would lead to Bent Out of Shape, released September 9, 1983, which featured the song in question as the album's ninth track.Rainbow's instrumental “Snowman,” featured on their 1983 album Bent Out of Shape, is based on “Walking in the Air,” the haunting theme written by composer Howard Blake for the beloved 1982 animated film The Snowman, itself adapted from Raymond Briggs' 1978 children's book. Blake had actually composed the melody around 1970 before later adapting it for the television special, where it became the musical centerpiece of the story. The Snowman—which went on to become a seasonal television favorite in Britain and Finland—follows the fleeting adventure of a young boy and the snowman he brings to life. During their magical flight to the North Pole, “Walking in the Air” accompanies the pair as they soar through the night before attending a gathering of snowmen and meeting Santa Claus and his reindeer. In the original film, the song was performed by St. Paul's Cathedral choirboy Peter Auty, whose recording was later reissued in 1985 and 1987. Ritchie Blackmore was captivated by the composition's haunting, melodic beauty and, having long enjoyed adapting classical and traditional melodies into rock instrumentals, transformed Blake's delicate vocal theme into “Snowman.” Rainbow's version builds atmospheric tension around the familiar melody before giving Blackmore the opportunity to let loose with a soaring, emotional electric-guitar lead—turning one of animation's most delicate Christmas themes into a distinctly Rainbow instrumental.Synth flute? Check. Fuzzy guitar? Got it. Brad Fiedel The Terminator-style synth percussion? Definitely! So grab your guitar, stand behind that keyboard, and rock out to Rainbow “Snowman!”‘Tis the SoundtrackYouTube: @TisTheSoundtrackIG:  @tisthesoundtrackGive us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter,  Instagram,  Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com!  Later, dudes!

Over a week ago, I stood at 19,341 feet on the roof of Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro. It was the hardest thing I've ever done, harder than any Ironman or marathon. But somewhere between the rainforest and the summit, I realized I wasn't just climbing a mountain. I was watching my patients' weight loss journeys play out in front of me. In this episode, I'm sharing the first four lessons Kilimanjaro taught me about health, resilience, and what it actually takes to accomplish something hard. From the invisible prep work no one applauds, to why "pole pole" (slowly) is the secret to going further, this episode reframes what progress really looks like. Your summit isn't built in one dramatic moment. It's built in thousands of small, unglamorous decisions, the walk after dinner, the water instead of soda, the appointment you finally book. You'll learn why plateaus and slow progress aren't failures, why community and encouragement matter as much as calories, and why the hardest and most important step is simply saying yes. Episode Highlights: Why the journey begins long before the mountain, or the diet, ever starts The invisible decisions behind every success story nobody sees Lesson two: why "pole pole" (slowly) is the pace that actually gets you there Why our culture's obsession with fast results works against how bodies really change Lesson three: why encouragement on the journey matters as much as the plan itself Lesson four: why saying yes before you feel ready is the hardest and most important step Why no single meal, workout, or medication changes your life, consistency does The one question to ask yourself this week to keep moving forward Connect with Dr. Alicia Shelly: Website | drshellymd.com Facebook | www.facebook.com/drshellymd Instagram | @drshellymd Linked In | www.linkedin.com/in/drshellymd Twitter | @drshellymd About Dr. Alicia Shelly Dr. Alicia Shelly was raised in Atlanta, GA. She received her Doctorate of Medicine from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland, OH.  Dr. Shelly has been practicing Primary Care and Obesity medicine since 2014.  In 2017, she became a Diplomat of the American Board of Obesity Medicine. She is the lead physician at the Wellstar Medical Center Douglasville. She started a weekly podcast & Youtube channel entitled Back on Track: Achieving Healthy Weight loss,  where she discusses how to get on track and stay on track with your weight loss journey. She has spoken for numerous local and national organizations, including the Obesity Medicine Association, and the Georgia Chapter of the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. She has been featured on CNN, Fox 5 News, Bruce St. James Radio show, Upscale magazine, and Shape.com. She was named an honoree of the 2021 Atlanta Business Chronicle's 40 under 40 award. She also is a collaborating author for the, "Made for More: Physician Entrepreneurs who Live Life and Practice Medicine on their own terms''.   Resources: FREE! Discover the 5 Reasons Your Weight-Loss Journey Has Gotten Derailed (And How To Get Back On Track!)

In this episode, a locked OUT one, we continue our adventures with Saki, the premier (?) mahjong anime, with the pandering pudgy protrusion penguin pedestal porting Nodoka Haramura, who plays mahjong out of passion and NOT because she's gay, and ask a question of ash to just make sure they're okay: Are you sure you like this default art piece? Like, really sure? Everything going alright at home, buddy? If you need a loser girl then you should click! This! Link! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDW_hnyFxNM Follow along:  https://d7.mjsdb.ovh/character/Nodoka-Haramura Support the show:  https://ko-fi.com/ivyfoxart Follow the show on Tumblr:  https://soul-mates-podcast.tumblr.com/ Follow the show on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Soul-Mates-Podcast Art by Ryegarden:  https://www.instagram.com/ryegarden Music by Sueños Electrónicos:  https://suenoselectronicos.bandcamp.com/ Follow and support ash:  https://ko-fi.com/asherlark Follow Ivy on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ivy-fox-is-typing.bsky.social

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The battle for control of the Strait of Hormuz is part of a jigsaw puzzle that, once put together, will depict the Middle East and the Horn of Africa's post-war political map and regional security architecture. So, will the struggle for control of the Bab al-Mandab waterway on the other side of the Gulf peninsula. If the battle for the opening of the Strait is fought with naval blockades, missiles, drones, and fighter jets, the weaponry in the struggle to secure free navigation in Bab al-Mandab includes airports, ports, pipelines, roads and railways.

BUFFALO, NY — August 10, 2026 — A new #essay was #published in Volume 18 of Aging on August 6, 2026, titled “Misha Blagosklonny: a life of ideas.” The article was written by Aging Editorial Board member David Gems from the Institute of Healthy Ageing and Research Department of Genetics, Evolution and Environment, University College London, United Kingdom, along with Aging Editor-in-Chief Marco Demaria from the European Research Institute for the Biology of Ageing (ERIBA), University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG), University of Groningen, the Netherlands. Rather than presenting new experimental findings, the essay examines the life, scientific contributions, and lasting influence of Mikhail (“Misha”) Blagosklonny, whose ideas had a major influence on modern thinking about the biological mechanisms of aging. Dr. Blagosklonny was trained as a physician and experimental scientist before building an influential career in oncology and aging research after moving to the United States. His work combined cancer biology with theoretical biogerontology, leading to the proposal that aging is driven not primarily by the passive accumulation of molecular damage, but by developmental and growth-related programs that continue beyond their beneficial period. Through what he described as conceptual research, Misha synthesized evidence from diverse experimental studies to generate new hypotheses about aging and reinterpret existing biological observations. A central theme of the essay is Dr. Blagosklonny's development of the hyperfunction theory of aging. Building on observations that persistent activation of the mechanistic target of rapamycin (mTOR) pathway can drive cellular senescence, he proposed that many features of aging arise from the continued activity of biological programs that promote growth and reproduction earlier in life. Rather than viewing aging as an adaptive genetic program, Misha argued that it represents a quasi-program—a genetically determined continuation of normal developmental processes that become harmful later in life. This framework provided a mechanistic explanation linking evolutionary concepts such as antagonistic pleiotropy with molecular pathways that regulate growth, metabolism, and cellular senescence. Full press release - https://www.aging-us.com/news-room/misha-blagosklonnys-scientific-legacy-continues-to-shape-modern-aging-research DOI - https://doi.org/10.18632/aging.206412 Corresponding author - David Gems - david.gems@ucl.ac.uk Sign up for free Altmetric alerts about this article - https://aging.altmetric.com/details/email_updates?id=10.18632%2Faging.206412 Subscribe for free publication alerts from Aging - https://www.aging-us.com/subscribe-to-toc-alerts Keywords - aging, hyperfunction, programmatic theory, disposable soma 2, quasi-program, biogerontology, evolutionary physiology, Mikhail Blagosklonny To learn more about the journal, please visit https://www.Aging-US.com​​ and connect with us on social media at: Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/aging-us.bsky.social ResearchGate - https://www.researchgate.net/journal/Aging-1945-4589 X - https://twitter.com/AgingJrnl Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AgingUS/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/agingjrnl/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/aging/ Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/user/AgingUS/ Pinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/AgingUS/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@Aging-US Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1X4HQQgegjReaf6Mozn6Mc MEDIA@IMPACTJOURNALS.COM

Welcome to today's Guided Prayer, where we invite you to find a quiet space to still your mind and body.  Guided Prayers are a daily 5–10 minute, intentionally created moment to slow down and meet with God—through scripture, reflection, and honest prayer.It's not a program you attend.It's a pathway you practice.A guided space where people can stop, breathe, and connect with Jesus—every single day.

Building a successful business shouldn't mean sacrificing your health in the process. In this episode of The Kirk Miller Podcast, Kirk breaks down three essential skills every founder, CEO and business leader needs to stay in shape while dealing with the demands of running and growing a business. The reality is that your diary won't always be predictable. There will be travel, meals out, long days, unexpected problems and periods where training and nutrition can't be perfect. The answer isn't waiting for life to become less busy. It's developing the skills to stay consistent when it isn't. Kirk explains how to make better food decisions when travelling or eating out, how to train effectively when time and equipment are limited, and how to adapt when your normal routine gets disrupted. The goal is to create a health and fitness strategy that works alongside your business rather than competing with it. If you're a founder, CEO or business leader who wants to build year-round health, confidence and energy, apply to Built To Last here: www.kirkmiller.co.uk

This week on the 1000 Hours Podcast series which about the pioneer era of pro wrestling I discuss one of the most famous boxing matches in history. Pioneer era boxing was on the rise at the same time pioneer era pro wrestling was and the biggest name in pioneer era wrestling was William Muldoon. John L. Sullivan, the pioneer boxing legend, was having some problems, namely, he was a sodden drunkard who ate and partied too much. Not only did William Muldoon whip Sullivan into shape but Sullivan won the boxing World heavyweight title in the most famous (and illegal) boxing match of the 1800s. YOU CONTROL THIS SERIES! It will only run as long as it is supported. In order to get another hour of 1000 hours we need a new Patreon supporter at any level or a cash donation via the front page of WhenItWasCool.com to either PayPal or CashApp (Please put "1000" in the note). As soon as it is received, I will produce a new hour. Presently, we are funded up to hour 144.

We often assume that we feel an emotion first, and then we scramble to find the right word to describe it. But modern psychology tells us that the opposite is actually true: the vocabulary you possess dictates the depth, nuance, and reality of what you can feel. In this episode, we are going to explore how expanding your emotional vocabulary—and borrowing a few brilliant words from the ancient philosophers—can literally rewire your nervous system and help you construct a more peaceful reality. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist

Does the language that we speak influence the way that our thoughts work? An article in the New York Times by Guy Deutcher, Does Your Language Shape How You Think? explores this topic in depth. Taking inspiration from the article, Katy and Tiffany muse on this topic on this episode from our archives. We consider how gendered nouns influences how we think about objects, how specific we choose to be—or are forced to be—depending on the language we are speaking, and other language-rich ideas. ***The Bittersweet Life podcast has been on the air for an impressive 10+ years! In order to help newer listeners discover some of our earlier episodes, every Friday we are now airing an episode from our vast archives! Enjoy!*** ------------------------------------- COME TO ROME WITH US: Our 4th annual Bittersweet Life Roman Adventure is taking place this year from 1 to 7 November 2026! If you'd like to be part of an intimate group of listeners on a magical and unforgettable journey to Rome, discovering the city with us as your guides, find out more here. AD-FREE LISTENING: After well over 10 years on the air with little-to-no advertising, in 2026 we have finally made the difficult decision that this completely independent and self-funded show is no longer sustainable without it. HOWEVER! If you join us on Patreon, for as little as $3 per month, you will have access to all new episodes completely ad-free! ADVERTISE WITH US: Reach expats, future expats, and travelers all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started. GET TWO BONUS EPISODES PER MONTH: Pledge your monthly support of The Bittersweet Life at the $5 per month level or above, and you will have access to two all-new (and sometimes wacky) bonus episodes every single month. As well as ad-free listening, occasional live meet-ups, and access to our chat community. Visit our Patreon site to find out more. TIP YOUR PODCASTER: Say thanks with a one-time donation to the podcast hosts you know and love. Click here to send financial support via PayPal. (You can also find a Donate button on the desktop version of our website.) The show needs your support to continue. START PODCASTING: If you are planning to start your own podcast, consider Libsyn for your hosting service! Use this affliliate link to get two months free, or use our promo code SWEET when you sign up. SUBSCRIBE: Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you never miss an episode. Click here to find us on a variety of podcast apps. WRITE A REVIEW: Leave us a rating and a written review on iTunes so more listeners can find us. JOIN THE CONVERSATION: If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email here. You can also connect to us on Facebook or Instagram. Tag #thebittersweetlife with your expat story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1: OUTSET BOOK: Want to read Tiffany's book, Midnight in the Piazza? Learn more here or order on Amazon. TOUR ROME: If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany as your guide!

Stijn Schmitz welcomes back Colonel Douglas Macgregor to the show. Doug is a Retired U.S. Army Colonel and Decorated Combat Veteran. He offers a stark assessment that the Middle East conflict is fundamentally a Jewish war with no vital strategic interest for the United States, describing it as already regional and increasingly merging with other global flashpoints. He argues that the recent halt in hostilities is merely a pause, not a resolution, as no underlying issues have been settled. The conversation highlights how three conflicts—Ukraine, the Gulf region, and the cold war with China—are converging into a larger, dangerous alignment of Russia, China, and Iran against US and Israeli interests. Macgregor warns that Iran has effectively weaponized the Strait of Hormuz, and a potential Houthi blockade could cripple Saudi Arabia's ability to export oil, threatening the existence of Gulf states unless they expel American forces. He contends that the US has been militarily defeated by Iran's strategic use of new technology and space-based surveillance, yet political pressure from Zionist billionaires and the Israel lobby prevents President Trump from disengaging. This dynamic, he argues, will likely restart the bombing campaigns. The discussion shifts to the profound economic implications, with Macgregor predicting severe market fragility, potential bank runs, and even a depression. Against this backdrop, he sees gold becoming more valuable than ever, propelled by central bank buying, de-dollarization, and monstrous US debt. He cites predictions of gold reaching $13,000 to $15,000 per ounce, possibly sooner than 2031 if conflict reignites. Macgregor reveals his personal investment philosophy of holding cash and precious metals exclusively, emulating J.D. Rockefeller's strategy of maintaining liquidity to capitalize on distressed opportunities. He praises Palisades Goldcorp for its strong cash position and strategic investments in gold, uranium, and other critical minerals, positioning it for substantial upside in a deteriorating global economy. He concludes by emphasizing the decline of US hegemony and the urgent, yet ignored, need to accept a new world order. Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:01:22 – Israel Iran Conflict Update 00:03:02 – Three Merging Global Conflicts 00:09:08 – China Cold War Risks 00:12:28 – Houthi Implications 00:14:30 – A Jewish War 00:23:36 – Conflicts & Impacts on Oil 00:30:44 – Joining Palisades Gold Board 00:32:37 – Gold Price Predictions 2031 00:38:12 – Gold Vs. Aliens/Other Commodities 00:44:41 – Doug’s Personal Finance Strategy 00:48:09 – Wrap Up and Resources Guest Links: Website: https://douglasmacgregor.com X: https://x.com/DougAMacgregor Substack: https://substack.com/@coloneldoug YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@macgregorwarriordiplomacy Articles: https://breakingdefense.com/author/doug-macgregor/ Douglas Macgregor is a decorated combat veteran, an author of five books, a PhD, and a defense and foreign policy consultant. Macgregor was commissioned in the Regular Army in 1976 after 1 year at VMI and 4 years at West Point. In 2004, Macgregor retired with the rank of Colonel. In 2020, the President appointed Macgregor to serve as Senior Advisor to the Secretary of Defense, a post he held until President Trump left office. He holds an MA in comparative politics and a PhD in international relations from the University of Virginia. Macgregor is widely known inside the U.S., Europe, Israel, Russia, China and Korea for both his leadership in the Battle of 73 Easting, the U.S. Army's largest tank battle since World War II, and for his ground breaking books on military transformation: Breaking the Phalanx (Praeger, 1997) and Transformation under Fire (Praeger, 2003). Macgregor's recommendations for change in Force Design and “integrated all arms-all effects” operations have profoundly influenced force development in Israel, Russia and China. In 2010, Macgregor traveled to Seoul, Korea to advise the ROK Ministry of Defense on force design. In 2019, Transformation under Fire was selected by Lt. Gen. Aviv Kohavi, Chief of the Israeli Defense Force (IDF), as the intellectual basis for IDF transformation. His fifth book, Margin of Victory: Five Battles that Changed the Face of Modern War from Naval Institute Press is available in Chinese, as well as, English and will soon appear in Hebrew. In 28 years of service Macgregor taught in the Department of Social Sciences at West Point, commanded the 1st Squadron, 4th Cavalry, and served as the Director of the Joint Operations Center at SHAPE during the 1999 Kosovo Air Campaign for which he was awarded the Defense Superior Service medal. In January 2002, at Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld's insistence the USCENTCOM Commander listened to Colonel Macgregor's concept for the offensive to seize Baghdad. The plan was largely adopted, but assumed no occupation of Iraq by U.S. Forces. Macgregor has also testified as an expert witness before the Senate and House Armed Services Committees and appeared as a defense analyst on Fox News, CNN, BBC, Sky News and public radio. He is fluent in German.

#380: Relationships Shape Everything: What Leaders Must Know to Build Community (David “Dae-Lee” Arrington)Episode SummaryMany nonprofit leaders believe they've built real community and trust within their organizations — but David “Dae-Lee” Arrington argues that what looks like connection is often just proximity, and that gap is costing leaders more than they realize. Founder and CEO of Bridge Builder Leadership in Charlotte, NC, Dae-Lee shares how his own journey - from a Black, working-class neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia to a mostly white, affluent Charlotte suburb at age nineteen - sparked a career spent helping leaders move from transactional relationships to transformational ones. He introduces the idea that “growth can hide fragmentation,” explains why psychological safety and trust function as an under-built layer of leadership infrastructure, and walks through the three-question framework: Who Am I? Who Are They? Who Are We?  that grounds his Bridge Builder cohorts. Listeners will walk away with a concrete first step for building trust across difference, and a challenge to examine whether their own relationships are truly authentic or simply convenient.About Dae-LeeDavid “Dae-Lee” Arrington is the Founder and CEO of Bridge Builder Leadership, a Charlotte, NC-based organization that builds relational capacity and trust infrastructure among leaders across sectors, race, and generation. Raised in the Huntersville neighborhood of Norfolk, Virginia, he moved to Charlotte at nineteen in 2001, an experience that reshaped how he thought about community and connection across difference. He studied multimedia web design at the Art Institute of Charlotte and spent his early career split between the tech and entertainment worlds, working as a producer and recording artist while using music to bring people together in Charlotte's faith community and later as part of the Creative Mornings leadership team. Prompted by conversations with fellow leaders following the death of Keith Lamont Scott in 2016 and the events of 2020, Dae-Lee launched Bridge Builder Leadership to help leaders build the relational foundation - self-awareness, trust, and authentic connection - that he believes is missing from most leadership development. Over the past five years, he has led ten cohorts of leaders through that work, and describes himself, fittingly, as “an introverted lover of people.”ResourcesDae-Lee's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daeleebridgebuilder/Bridge Builder Leadership website: https://www.webridgebuild.com“Growth Can Hide Fragmentation” (read and add your voice!): https://www.webridgebuild.com/growth-can-hide-fragmentationBook recommendation: The Art of Gathering by Priya ParkerLearn more about the leadership resources at Armstrong McGuire

Dr. Dawn Arda is a Health and Life Coach and Science Writer specializing in health and nutrition. She studied Natural Sciences and Chemical Engineering to PhD level at the University of Cambridge and spent over ten years at a Cambridge research consultancy, researching and analyzing scientific evidence across hundreds of projects for multinational food and health companies. Dawn has written a book exploring how we can use nutrition and a holistic approach to help restore balance in the body, reduce chronic inflammation and support long-term health, which she is currently seeking to publish.In this episode, Dawn discusses what sparked her interest in the link between nutrition and health... loving the sciences when she was growing up and eventually specializing in chemical engineering…. working in industry, then pursuing a PhD… working for a consultancy where she completed science projects across a wide range of topics… realizing the importance of listening to her heart and taking a Health Coaching course through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition… becoming a Health and Life Coach… and helping people understand how their mindset and thoughts affect their health… gratitude to her parents for the values they instilled and for their holistic approach to health… her efforts to make nutrition information easier to understand by breaking down complex research into a simple 5-step framework called BOOST: Balance your nutrients, Order your gut, Optimize your blood sugar, Shape your weight, and Train your resilience... the importance of “eating the rainbow” for adults and children… cultivating joy by focusing on gratitude and by accepting what is… encouraging us to really listen to others so they feel that what they have to say has value… and the reminder that “we have so much control over our health and well-being.”You can learn more about Dr. Dawn Arda at dawnarda.com and follow her on Instagram at @dawnarda and X at @dawnarda.

leaning into our alignment and authenticity matters a lot.

Do you want to be free of body-shape judging? In this episode of the Live Like It's True Podcast, Shannon Popkin and Susie Renzema examine why we judge bodies—our own and others'—and how God's mercy frees us from shame, comparison, and criticism. Susie shares her personal journey through body image struggles, disordered eating, and spiritual renewal, along with practical ways to reflect Christ's mercy in everyday life. Susie Renzema is a Bible teacher who—two decades ago—rebuilt her faith on the bedrock of the Holy Scriptures. With her LetteringHisLove.com Scripture Journals, she invites you to slow down consider every word on the pages of your Bible. Susie's favorite person to converse with is her husband, Ron and she is often inspired by her adult children (including her son-in-law), who are the finest humans she knows. Website: https://www.letteringhislove.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lettering.his.love/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lettering.his.love.bysusie​More from the Judgy Series on Live Like It's True.  Get the FREE Judgy Heart Check and check out Shannon's new book Kinda Judgy.  Are you kinda judgy? Take the QUIZ. Check out Shannon's new book, Kinda Judgy.  Learn more at ShannonPopkin.com.

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Join Rabbi Joey Rosenfeld as he guides us through the world and major works of Kabbalah, Hasidic masters, and Jewish philosophy, shedding light on the inner life of the soul. To learn more, visit JoeyRosenfeld.com

By creating us in His image, God has specially fashioned us for fellowship with Him. But because of sin, our souls have been bent out of shape. Today, Sinclair Ferguson thinks about our need for restoration in Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-shape-of-the-soul/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Robert Fitzpatrick. A Navy veteran, business consultant, fraternity brother (ΩΨΦ), and now the owner reviving his family’s historic Texas barbecue legacy. The conversation dives deeply into Fitzpatrick’s upbringing, his father’s groundbreaking barbecue business in 1950s Texas, his educational and military journey, his corporate career, and his decision to launch Dewey’s Barbecue Market in Skokie, Illinois—honoring his father’s original recipes and values. The interview blends entrepreneurship, legacy, cultural history, and personal transformation, while highlighting the courage of Fitzpatrick’s father and the humility and faith-driven foundation of his family. Purpose of the Interview The interview aims to: 1. Inspire entrepreneurship and legacy-building Fitzpatrick’s story showcases how family heritage and values can shape a business vision across generations. 2. Highlight resilience, faith, and leadership His upbringing in a household rooted in Christian humility, strong expectations, and boundary-breaking courage provides a blueprint for character-driven success. 3. Educate listeners on transitioning careers Fitzpatrick exemplifies pivoting from engineering and corporate consulting to pursuing passion-driven entrepreneurship. 4. Promote Dewey’s Barbecue Market The interview introduces the Chicago-area community—especially the Skokie region—to his upcoming restaurant built on a 70-year-old Texas barbecue tradition. Key Takeaways 1. A powerful family legacy rooted in courage Fitzpatrick’s father, Dewey, opened a barbecue restaurant in 1951—before desegregation—and insisted that Blacks and whites could eat together. He enforced respect and safety in his establishment, even confronting racist patrons. 2. Education was non-negotiable in the Fitzpatrick household Robert is the youngest of seven siblings, all college graduates; five hold master’s degrees. He himself holds an MBA and an MS in Management Information Systems. 3. A bridge between technology and business Fitzpatrick spent decades in consulting with major firms (EDS, Dell, Arthur Andersen, KPMG) focusing on business process improvement. His dual MS/MBA made him a translator between tech and finance. 4. Military discipline shaped his personal and professional life Served in the U.S. Navy from 1986–1990, plus reserve duty (including deployment to Iraq). Balanced military service with graduate studies and advancing his corporate career. 5. A calling to revive his father’s barbecue His wife recognized his talent early, telling him for years he should be barbecuing. A shortage of good Texas barbecue in Virginia pushed him to recreate his father’s recipes. 6. Skokie, Illinois: the ideal launchpad After moving to the Great Lakes Naval Base area for a federal role, Fitzpatrick began scouting locations. Skokie offered: active support from city leadership grants an ideal building community enthusiasm 7. Dewey’s Barbecue Market offerings Meats: brisket, sausage, hot links, smoked boudin (monthly special) Sides: potato salad (egg/mayo base), pineapple vinegar coleslaw, fried okra, smoked pinto beans Desserts: apple cobbler, blueberry cobbler, sweet potato pie, possibly fried pies Bread: sliced “light bread” for dipping—traditional Texas style Experience: dine-in with 60s–80s “feel-good” music 8. A commitment to doing things the right way Fitzpatrick refuses to launch unless he can deliver “the best product on the planet.” Focuses on simplicity, authenticity, and quality. Notable Quotes About his father and legacy “He said anybody who wants to eat here can eat here.”(His father defying segregation laws in the 1950s.) “I can call an undertaker or an ambulance. Which one do you prefer?”(Dewey enforcing respect from a belligerent white customer.) “That was my barbecue.”(On being raised around his father’s legendary pit.) About family and humility “We are firmly rooted in Christ. If you try to get too big, He has a way of humbling you.” “Seven kids, all with degrees… that’s normal to you. But we know that’s not normal.”(McDonald highlighting the family’s extraordinary achievement.) About his calling “If I didn’t think I was bringing the best product on the planet, I wouldn’t even do it.” “My wife tasted the barbecue and said, ‘This is what you need to be doing.’” About launching in Skokie “They really want me to be there… the economic development team didn’t treat it like just another restaurant.” Short 3–5 Sentence Summary (For Quick Use) In his interview with Rushion McDonald, Robert Fitzpatrick shares his journey from Navy veteran and Fortune 500 consultant to entrepreneur reviving his family’s historic Texas barbecue. He describes growing up with a courageous father who defied segregation in 1951 by serving Black and white customers together, and a family culture steeped in education, discipline, and humility. Fitzpatrick’s passion for barbecue and encouragement from his wife led him to bring his father’s 70-year-old recipes to Skokie, Illinois through Dewey’s Barbecue Market. The interview emphasizes legacy, faith, courage, and the pursuit of purpose. #SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMISee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Robert Fitzpatrick. A Navy veteran, business consultant, fraternity brother (ΩΨΦ), and now the owner reviving his family’s historic Texas barbecue legacy. The conversation dives deeply into Fitzpatrick’s upbringing, his father’s groundbreaking barbecue business in 1950s Texas, his educational and military journey, his corporate career, and his decision to launch Dewey’s Barbecue Market in Skokie, Illinois—honoring his father’s original recipes and values. The interview blends entrepreneurship, legacy, cultural history, and personal transformation, while highlighting the courage of Fitzpatrick’s father and the humility and faith-driven foundation of his family. Purpose of the Interview The interview aims to: 1. Inspire entrepreneurship and legacy-building Fitzpatrick’s story showcases how family heritage and values can shape a business vision across generations. 2. Highlight resilience, faith, and leadership His upbringing in a household rooted in Christian humility, strong expectations, and boundary-breaking courage provides a blueprint for character-driven success. 3. Educate listeners on transitioning careers Fitzpatrick exemplifies pivoting from engineering and corporate consulting to pursuing passion-driven entrepreneurship. 4. Promote Dewey’s Barbecue Market The interview introduces the Chicago-area community—especially the Skokie region—to his upcoming restaurant built on a 70-year-old Texas barbecue tradition. Key Takeaways 1. A powerful family legacy rooted in courage Fitzpatrick’s father, Dewey, opened a barbecue restaurant in 1951—before desegregation—and insisted that Blacks and whites could eat together. He enforced respect and safety in his establishment, even confronting racist patrons. 2. Education was non-negotiable in the Fitzpatrick household Robert is the youngest of seven siblings, all college graduates; five hold master’s degrees. He himself holds an MBA and an MS in Management Information Systems. 3. A bridge between technology and business Fitzpatrick spent decades in consulting with major firms (EDS, Dell, Arthur Andersen, KPMG) focusing on business process improvement. His dual MS/MBA made him a translator between tech and finance. 4. Military discipline shaped his personal and professional life Served in the U.S. Navy from 1986–1990, plus reserve duty (including deployment to Iraq). Balanced military service with graduate studies and advancing his corporate career. 5. A calling to revive his father’s barbecue His wife recognized his talent early, telling him for years he should be barbecuing. A shortage of good Texas barbecue in Virginia pushed him to recreate his father’s recipes. 6. Skokie, Illinois: the ideal launchpad After moving to the Great Lakes Naval Base area for a federal role, Fitzpatrick began scouting locations. Skokie offered: active support from city leadership grants an ideal building community enthusiasm 7. Dewey’s Barbecue Market offerings Meats: brisket, sausage, hot links, smoked boudin (monthly special) Sides: potato salad (egg/mayo base), pineapple vinegar coleslaw, fried okra, smoked pinto beans Desserts: apple cobbler, blueberry cobbler, sweet potato pie, possibly fried pies Bread: sliced “light bread” for dipping—traditional Texas style Experience: dine-in with 60s–80s “feel-good” music 8. A commitment to doing things the right way Fitzpatrick refuses to launch unless he can deliver “the best product on the planet.” Focuses on simplicity, authenticity, and quality. Notable Quotes About his father and legacy “He said anybody who wants to eat here can eat here.”(His father defying segregation laws in the 1950s.) “I can call an undertaker or an ambulance. Which one do you prefer?”(Dewey enforcing respect from a belligerent white customer.) “That was my barbecue.”(On being raised around his father’s legendary pit.) About family and humility “We are firmly rooted in Christ. If you try to get too big, He has a way of humbling you.” “Seven kids, all with degrees… that’s normal to you. But we know that’s not normal.”(McDonald highlighting the family’s extraordinary achievement.) About his calling “If I didn’t think I was bringing the best product on the planet, I wouldn’t even do it.” “My wife tasted the barbecue and said, ‘This is what you need to be doing.’” About launching in Skokie “They really want me to be there… the economic development team didn’t treat it like just another restaurant.” Short 3–5 Sentence Summary (For Quick Use) In his interview with Rushion McDonald, Robert Fitzpatrick shares his journey from Navy veteran and Fortune 500 consultant to entrepreneur reviving his family’s historic Texas barbecue. He describes growing up with a courageous father who defied segregation in 1951 by serving Black and white customers together, and a family culture steeped in education, discipline, and humility. Fitzpatrick’s passion for barbecue and encouragement from his wife led him to bring his father’s 70-year-old recipes to Skokie, Illinois through Dewey’s Barbecue Market. The interview emphasizes legacy, faith, courage, and the pursuit of purpose. #SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMISupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pulitzer Prize-winning ‘New York Times' reporter Mike McIntire says gun companies and the NRA are broadening the scope of the Second Amendment, socializing kids to appreciate guns and marketing a new brand of masculinity. McIntire spoke with Terry Gross about his book, ‘Ricochet: Guns, Greed, and the American Way of Violence.' Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter Follow us on Instagram Subscribe to our YouTube channel Check out the Fresh Air ArchivesSee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

The Democratic Party's progressive and moderate wings are squaring off in Michigan as voters decide who the party's nominee for an open Senate seat will be. We look at the race and why it is reflective of broader debates in the party about policy, politics and more.This episode: voting correspondents Miles Parks & Ashley Lopez, and congressional reporter Sam Gringlas.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy