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Welcome to Day 2941 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain and today is Day 2941 – Theology Thursday – Not a Binary Choice: Recovering the Full Picture of the Atonement Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2941 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps!   I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2941 of our Trek.   The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Our current series of Theology Thursday lessons is written by theologian and teacher John Daniels. I have found that his lessons are short, easy to understand, doctrinally sound, and applicable to all who desire to learn more of God's Word. John's lessons are available on his website, theologyinfive.com.  Not a Binary Choice: Recovering the Full Picture of the Atonement. Many believers raised in traditional evangelical settings were taught a single dominant explanation of the cross, usually Penal Substitutionary Atonement. It became the framework through which sin, salvation, prayer, and even God's character were understood. When people later encounter Christus Victor or other historic atonement models, the shift can feel disorienting, like choosing between competing versions of Christianity. But the Bible never asks us to make that choice. It presents the atonement as a multifaceted work that cannot be confined to a single model. The problem was never that PSA existed. The problem was that it became the whole story. The first segment is: The Bible Uses Many Images for a Reason. The New Testament describes the work of Christ through several metaphors. It uses sacrificial language, legal language, military imagery, temple imagery, ransom themes, and the language of liberation and deliverance. Each of these highlights a different aspect of one unified event. The atonement is too large and too complex to be captured by a single metaphor. When one model becomes dominant, the others are pushed to the margins, even though the biblical writers freely used all of them. Christus Victor does not contradict sacrificial or substitutionary language. It restores the cosmic dimension of the cross that was central to the early church. Christ defeats the powers that enslaved humanity, breaks the dominion of death, and disarms the hostile spiritual beings that opposed God's creation. The second segment is: How the Early Church Understood the Cross. For the earliest generations of Christians, the cross was first and foremost a victory. Their world was steeped in the reality of hostile spiritual powers, cosmic rulers, and the rebellion of the nations. When they spoke of the atonement, they spoke primarily of liberation, triumph, and the overthrow of death. This is the framework behind Paul's language about principalities, rulers, and the powers of darkness. It is the worldview behind Hebrews and the imagery of Revelation. Christus Victor was not a novel theory. It was the assumed backdrop of the biblical authors and the earliest church. The later Western emphasis on legal atonement did not replace this view, but it did overshadow it. Recovering it brings believers back into the thought world of the first and second-century church. The Third segment is: Why It Is Not a Binary Choice. Some assume that embracing Christus Victor requires rejecting PSA, or that acknowledging courtroom imagery requires minimizing the victory theme. This creates a false choice. The early church held multiple models without difficulty. They saw each as a window into the same event. They understood that sin is both guilt and bondage, and that the cross addresses both realities. When believers rediscover a neglected dimension of the atonement, they are not abandoning the faith they grew up with. They are recovering the fuller biblical picture. The fourth segment is: Why PSA Became Dominant in the Western Church. The rise of PSA dominance was historical rather than biblical. During the Reformation, the legal metaphors of scripture resonated deeply with a culture shaped by law courts, civic reform, and disputes with medieval abuses. Protestants emphasized the forensic side of the cross because it addressed the controversies of their era. Over time, this legal framework became the default lens for many Western Christians. But its dominance was shaped by history, not theological necessity. Recognizing this frees believers to receive the other biblical images without feeling that they are abandoning their tradition. The sixth segment is: Substitution Still Matters. Shifting emphasis does not mean losing substitution. Christ stands in our place. He gives Himself for His people. In Christus Victor, substitution takes on a different focus. Christ acts on behalf of humanity to defeat the powers we could not defeat and to break a curse we could not break. It is still substitution, but it is framed within liberation rather than divine retribution. The question is not whether substitution is biblical. The question is how the Bible applies it within the larger story of rebellion, bondage, and redemption. The seventh segment is: How This Shift Changes Faith and Prayer. For many believers, the shift begins with a new understanding of God's posture toward them. PSA can subtly create the impression that God accepts believers only after His wrath has been satisfied. Christus Victor reorients that picture. God has always been for His people. The cross is not the moment God becomes loving. It is the moment God defeats the forces that held humanity captive and demonstrates His commitment to restoring His creation. Prayer also takes on a different character. Instead of approaching God as a judge whose anger has been appeased, believers speak with a King who has already won and who invites them to share in His authority. Spiritual conflict becomes clearer. The New Testament's emphasis on hostile powers, principalities, and the dominion of death gains renewed weight. Faith becomes participation in the ongoing victory of Christ rather than a purely legal transaction. The eighth segment is: The Divine Council and the Cosmic Victory of Christ. A fuller understanding of the atonement also illuminates the Divine Council worldview woven through scripture. The cross is the moment when the hostile elohim who rebelled were judged, disarmed, and stripped of their authority over the nations. The rebellion of Genesis 6, the division of the nations in Deuteronomy 32, and the judgment of the gods in Psalm 82 form the backdrop to the work of Christ. Christus Victor situates the cross within this cosmic story and makes sense of the biblical claim that Christ triumphed openly over the rulers of this age. The ninth segment is: Salvation Has Always Been About Loyalty to Yahweh. Understanding the atonement also requires recovering a central biblical truth. From Genesis to Revelation, salvation is about covenant loyalty to Yahweh. Sin matters because it is an act of disloyalty. It aligns humanity with rival powers and hostile elohim who seek to rule the nations. Scripture consistently describes redemption as turning, returning, or giving allegiance to the one true God. The legal dimension of sin explains the guilt that must be forgiven, but guilt is not the center of the story. The deeper issue is misplaced loyalty. Humanity's rebellion in Eden, the cosmic rebellion of the sons of God, and the division of the nations all revolve around people drifting toward other rulers. The cross addresses this at the root. Christ breaks the power of those hostile beings, removes the guilt of disloyalty, and restores people to the God they were created to serve. The tenth segment is: A Biblical Example: David's Loyalty. David provides a clear example of the centrality of loyalty. Scripture never hides his sins. They were serious, and they carried real consequences. Yet he is consistently described as a man after God's own heart. The reason is not moral flawlessness, but unwavering allegiance. David never gave himself to another god. Even in failure, he returned to Yahweh, recognizing that sin was disloyalty rather than mere moral error. Psalm 51 shows that his repentance was a restoration of covenant faithfulness. This distinguishes David from Saul and Solomon, whose compromises involved divided allegiance, not isolated moral lapses. His life demonstrates that loyalty to Yahweh has always been the heart of salvation. The eleventh segment is: How This Deepens Daily Discipleship. A broader view of the atonement changes how believers understand temptation, suffering, and mission. Followers of Christ are not simply forgiven people waiting for heaven. They are participants in the restoration of creation. The powers have been defeated, but not yet removed. Believers live in the...

Today we challenge ourselves to judge team meetings by outcomes, not agendas, and to lead conversations that turn updates and scorecards into real decisions. We share a practical approach to accountability that feels like coaching, plus a reminder that consistent meetings create momentum for the whole firm, including us as leaders.Key topics discussed in this episode:• Auditing the last team meeting by asking what changed because it happened• Shifting from scorecard review to decisions, blockers, and next actions• Turning project updates into action items with clear ownership• Using a coaching tone to remove shame and surface what got in the way• Creating leader accountability through preparation and planning cadenceFollow Elite Achievement for more conversations on leadership and high-level execution. About Kristin BurkeKristin Burke works with financial advisors and leaders in financial services who are building and scaling firms. She helps them lead more effectively, develop their team, and execute consistently on the priorities that drive growth.Work with KristinIf you are building a firm and want a strategic partner to help you think through leadership, team development, and execution, you can learn more about working with Kristin here:WebsiteConnect on LinkedInLinkedIn

Brad Kearns: Muscle, Metabolism & Why Doing More Stops Working After 40 What if the habits that once made you fitter are now keeping you stuck? In this episode of The Coach Debbie Potts Show, I sit down with Brad Kearns for a conversation about healthy aging, metabolic resilience, muscle health, recovery, and why many active adults over 40 discover that simply training harder and doing more no longer produces the results it once did. As we move through midlife, the goal isn't just to exercise more or burn more calories. We need to create the right signals that allow the body to adapt, repair, build, and become more resilient. In this episode, we discuss: Why metabolism and recovery can change in midlife Why maintaining and building muscle becomes increasingly important as we age The difference between productive training stress and chronic overload Metabolic flexibility and its role in performance and longevity Endurance training: when it builds resilience and when too much can work against you Why recovery is part of the training equation—not something separate from it How active adults can train smarter to stay strong, fit, and capable for decades to come Shifting from the "do more" mindset toward sending the right signals in the right order This episode is especially relevant for runners, cyclists, triathletes, CrossFit athletes, weekend warriors, and other high-performing adults who want to continue doing what they love as they age. Your body isn't simply responding to how hard you train. It's responding to the combination of signals it receives from training, nutrition, sleep, stress, recovery, movement, and your environment. The goal is not just fitness today. It's building the resilience you'll need for your FutureYou™. Join Us at Hack Your Health 2026 I'm excited to be part of the Hack Your Health Conference this November, bringing together experts in metabolism, nutrition, longevity, performance, functional medicine, and healthy aging. Register here: https://hackyourhealth.com/debbiepotts Use code DEBBIE to save on your registration. Build Your FutureYou™ If you're doing all the "right" things but your body isn't responding the way it used to, it may be time to stop doing more and start looking at the signals your body is receiving. Learn more about The FutureYou Method™, my coaching programs, PNOĒ metabolism testing, and personalized approach to building resilience from the inside out: https://debbiepotts.net The Coach Debbie Potts Show Helping active adults over 40 build muscle, improve metabolic health, restore resilience, and create a stronger, healthier FutureYou™. Your future self is being built by the signals you create today.

What does it really take to grow a family business, build a trusted local brand, and compete in a market full of short-term competitors?In this episode of the Builders of Authority Podcast, Adam McChesney sits down with Angi Hess, Vice President and General Manager of Spas and More, to talk about family business, leadership, marketing, company culture, and the evolution of the health and wellness market.Angi brings more than two decades of retail experience, including 19 years in management focused on human resources, payroll, and P&L management. Around 2016, she transitioned into the day-to-day operations of Spas and More as her father's health began to decline.Founded by her father in 2006, Spas and More has grown into a three-generation family business serving customers across Missouri, Kansas, and Illinois.In this conversation, Adam and Angi discuss:• Transitioning from retail management into leadership of a family business• Building Spas and More into a recognizable local brand• Shifting the company's messaging from luxury products to health, wellness, and recovery• Expanding beyond hot tubs into swim spas, infrared saunas, and cold plunges• Competing against fly-by-night companies through trust, consistency, and local service• Using home shows and expos as a major customer acquisition channel• Managing advertising internally to stay connected to performance data• Understanding how economic and political uncertainty can affect consumer buying behavior• Expanding across a large multi-state territory while keeping delivery and service in-house• Creating a family-first company culture with competitive wages and employee benefits• Leading from the front and being willing to do any job required to support the teamAngi also explains why Spas and More made the decision to build its own brand rather than relying exclusively on the Master Spas name. By emphasizing in-house delivery, service, and long-term customer relationships, the company has been able to differentiate itself in a competitive market.She also shares how the business has evolved alongside changing consumer priorities, positioning hot tubs, swim spas, saunas, and cold plunges not simply as luxury purchases, but as investments in physical health, recovery, and mental well-being.

Most creators are stuck in the "friend zone" of content:  informative, but not persuasive. In this episode, Jason breaks down the three core beliefs (problem, possibility, person) you need to shift in your audience to turn passive followers into consistent, predictable buyers, plus five proof mechanisms to actually make that shift happen.   "Your message matters now more than it ever has before. Don't be afraid to speak it."   Hear more about: Why "helpful" content keeps you commoditized The identity gap and finding your dream client The 3 beliefs that drive buying decisions Shifting the problem belief in your audience Building possibility through your unique method Becoming the trusted person, not just an option 5 proof mechanisms: story, client, analogy, credibility, example Turning belief shifts into real sales conversations Connect with Jason Meland: Email: jason@goliveonlinemastermind.com Website: https://www.growmyvisibility.com/ Instagram: @coachjasonmeland Facebook: Jason Meland - In Demand Coach LinkedIn: Jason Meland

Are you relying on your own strength and effort to earn your way through life, or are you ready to surrender to the grace that only Jesus provides? This week on Off Script, Neil and Scott sit down to unpack what happens when we trade human effort for radical dependence on Christ. Scott opens up about a hilarious morning mishap that set the tone for a deep conversation on the reality of spiritual warfare, the trap of cultural laziness, and why worship is actually a weapon in our daily battles. From the tangible, life-changing impact of Southland's mentoring program to the vital distinction between earning God's favor and putting in holy effort, this episode challenges us to stop acting like spiritual consumers and start stepping into the battle as a united army. The ChallengeThis week, audit where you are putting in effort versus where you are trying to earn. Take one area of your life, whether it's parenting, marriage, or your spiritual habits, where you've been leaning on your own strength or slipping into laziness, and choose to sit at the feet of Jesus first before trying to fix it yourself. Hosts: Neil Gregory and Scott Nickell What We Discuss Scott's early morning shoe-and-sock mishap and the realities of getting ready at the office The origin and purpose of First Wednesday Worship as an act of defiant spiritual warfare Encouraging statistics and real-life impact from Southland's school mentoring initiative How showing up consistently over time produces long-term, tangible life transformation Reframing fatigue and understanding how to find true spiritual rest in Christ alone Navigating the story of Mary and Martha: Why ordering your heart matters more than ordering your home Pushing back against a culture of laziness and recognizing work as an intentional, God-given virtue Dallas Willard's quote on grace: Why the Gospel is opposed to earning, not effort Shifting from consumer Christianity to a wartime mindset: Building an army, not just an audience ⸻ About Southland Christian Church Southland is one church meeting in multiple locations across central Kentucky. We believe Jesus came for the lost and the broken, which means there's a place for everyone here. Around here, that means we worship defiantly, speak truth unashamedly, and extend grace generously. To support this ministry and help us continue to reach across Central Kentucky and all around the world, visit: https://southland.church/give

Per-unit pricing for neuromodulators feels logical because that's how you buy the product. But it can create billing anxiety, invite negotiation, and keep patients focused on units instead of results.  In this solo episode, I break down how per-area pricing can improve the patient experience and make revenue more predictable. We'll look at margins, EMR data, and how to price around outcomes without guessing. Patients Shouldn't Be Doing Math in the Chair  When patients have to calculate units during a consultation, price becomes part of the treatment decision. They may ask for fewer units to stay on budget, which can compromise the result. Flat upper face, lower face, or full face pricing shifts the conversation back to the outcome and lets the injector recommend what's appropriate. Build Flat Pricing From Your Own Data  Don't pick a flat rate because it sounds cleaner. Start with your numbers:  Pull average usage by treatment area from your EMR  Include product, labor, injector commission, and membership discounts  Calculate loaded cost and target gross margin  Keep per-unit pricing where precision treatments need it  Some appointments will run higher and some lower. What matters is that the averages come from real usage and the margin holds.  (00:04:35) Pricing concerns in cosmetic procedures (00:07:36) Managing patient expectations and value (00:13:22) Benefits of flat pricing (00:16:06) Shifting toward outcome-based pricing  Take Negotiation Out of the Treatment Room  Patients should be deciding whether the treatment plan fits their goals and budget—not negotiating units with the injector. Clear pricing gives your team more room to educate and recommend the right treatment. Predictable Pricing Makes Growth Easier  Price from actual usage and your full cost structure, and you'll get cleaner margins, more predictable revenue, and fewer cash flow surprises. As you scale, a repeatable pricing model is also easier to train and use across providers. Follow Shannon & Keep What You Earn:    Shannon Weinstein is the founder of a fractional CFO firm specializing in helping 7-figure aesthetics and wellness practices scale with clarity, cash flow, and confidence. She is committed to helping med spa owners understand, fix, and maximize their business's enterprise value, offering actionable advice and resources, including a popular free video series specifically for aesthetics practice owners.  Fractional CFO Services and Executive Financial Review: https://www.keepwhatyouearn.com/   Connect with Shannon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonweinstein   Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@KeepWhatYouEarn   Listen on your favorite podcast app: https://pod.link/1580071347   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/   The information shared is for educational purposes only and is not individualized financial advice. Aesthetics practice owners should consult a qualified professional before implementing financial strategies discussed here. 

Are you an overachieving director, VP, or senior AE burning the candle at both ends because you're forcing a cookie-cutter side business that doesn't fit your background?   In this highly strategic solo episode, host Billy Keels breaks down why choosing the wrong side venture model leads to intense overwhelm, wasted energy, and a loss of your most critical asset—your time. Drawing from his 26-year corporate career managing $100M EMEA operations for a legacy German enterprise software titan, Billy shares how he built a side asset engine generating $212,000+ per year in additional revenue. Discover how to analyze your current resources using the high-level "invest or build" framework, calculate your exact optionality number down to the decimal place, and trade the limiting fear of failure for a powerful mindset shift: What if it actually works?  

Send us Fan MailYou can be talented, dependable, and exhausted from giving your best and still feel invisible at work.After taking a two-and-a-half-month break from recording, I'm back with an honest look at what has been changing in my life and business. I recently had a coaching session that gave me the kind of clarity I could not find by working harder, overthinking my next move, or asking an AI tool to generate another template.In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, I explore what it takes to rebuild your confidence and career momentum when things do not go as planned.I share what happened during my humbling experience competing on the PBA50 Tour. Tournament after tournament, I failed to advance beyond the first round. The experience reminded me of what many mid-career professionals face when they repeatedly apply for jobs, complete first-round interviews, and receive another rejection.Eventually, disappointment can make you question your talent, preparation, and future. But failure does not have to become your identity.I walk you through the three questions I use to turn disappointment into better decisions courtesy of two-time Olympic Champion, Lannie Basham:What did I do well?What did I learn?What will I do differently next time?This simple resilience framework can help you evaluate a job rejection, recover after being passed over for a promotion, prepare for an important workplace conversation, or regain momentum when you feel stuck in your career.I also share why I decided to end the SHOW UP Leadership Lab membership. Simplifying my business allows me to focus more intentionally on helping mid-career professionals increase their visibility, strengthen their influence, and create meaningful career momentum.If you feel undervalued, overlooked, or unsure about your next career move, working harder may not solve the problem. You may need better information, a clearer strategy, and more intentional conversations with the people who can influence your career.In this episode, you'll learn:How to rebuild your confidence after a professional disappointmentWhy repeated rejection can distort how you see your abilitiesHow to turn difficult experiences into practical career lessonsWhy doing excellent work is not enough to get noticedHow visibility and influence affect career advancementWhen you may have “crossed the bridge” in your job or careerWhy honest conversations are essential for career clarityHow to stop waiting for someone else to recognize your valueYou do not need to have your entire career figured out today. But you do need to stop waiting for your hard work to speak for itself.If you are ready to become more visible, communicate your value, and create greater career momentum, join me for my free webinar:Stop Waiting to Be Noticed: How Mid-Career Professionals Increase Visibility, Influence, and MomentumRegister at johnneral.com/webinar.Subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, share this episode with someone who feels overlooked at work, and leave a review so more mid-career professionals can find the show.Support the showIf this episode resonated with you and you want more support in how you SHOW UP for your career and life, there are two ways we can work together.Learn more about my SHOW UP Leadership Lab, my monthly membership program, at https://www.johnneral.com/showupIf you would like to learn more about how I can help you as your leadership and career coach, visit https://www.johnneral.com/workwithme.Get John's free weekly leadership and career newsletter at https://www.johnneral.com/the-mid-career-gps-newsletterOther ways we can connect:Connect with John on LinkedIn here.Get John's books on Amazon here.  Follow John on Instagram @johnneralcoaching. Subscribe to John's YouTube Channel here.  Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts here.This podcast is listed in Feedspot's Top 90 Best Executive Career Podcasts.https://podcast.feedspot.com/executive_career_podcasts/

September is here—and after the big shifts of August, it's time to integrate, recalibrate, and pay attention to what's becoming clearer.Intuitive astrologer and cosmic translator Stevie Calista is back to break down the energy of September 2026 and, most importantly, how to actually work with it.The first week of September is one to watch. Jupiter and Saturn are working together to support growth, creativity, and putting energy back into yourself. At the same time, Mars squares Saturn on September 1, asking: What action needs to change because what you've been doing isn't working anymore?Then September 10 brings a major energetic shift with a Virgo New Moon, Venus moving into Scorpio, Mercury entering Libra, and Uranus stationing retrograde. Stevie shares why grounding, slowing down, and practicing discernment will be especially important.Plus, we get into the Autumn Equinox, the emotional Aries Full Moon on September 26, and why the end of the month may finally bring a little more fun, play, and creative fire.Consider September your invitation to integrate before you accelerate.IN THIS EPISODEWhy September is a month for integration and clarityWhat to watch during the first week of SeptemberThe major energetic shift happening September 10Why discernment is your September superpowerHow to work with the Aries Full MoonWhat Mars moving into Leo means for the weeks aheadMORE FROM STEVIE CALISTAVisit steviecalista.com to learn more about Stevie, her astrology readings and latest offerings.Subscribe to Stevie on Substack: @farmhousemoonFollow Stevie on Instagram @farmhousemoon Visit seekingcentercommunity.com for more with Robyn + Karen and many of the guides on Seeking Center: The Podcast. You'll get access to live weekly sessions, intuitive guidance, daily inspiration, and a space to share your journey with like-minded people who just get it. You can also follow Seeking Center on Instagram @theseekingcenter.

In this jam-packed episode of SMQBs, the crew welcomes special guest Ryan Rapley to break down the magic, history, and pure Americana of the Little League World Series (LLWS) in Williamsport. Ryan dives into the tournament's evolution, highlighting how a local gas boom left the town with an incredible hotel infrastructure, and celebrates the historic performances of breakout girl pitchers Kinley Rasmus and Carson Meyer. The guys also relive Milk's childhood pitching nightmare, where he surrendered five (or maybe seven) home runs in a brutal 22-2 loss to a team that featured none other than Kevin Cash. Shifting to the big leagues, the discussion turns to the Red Sox and their unexpected regular-season turnaround after letting manager Alex Cora go. Ryan makes the bold claim that Boston has the best pitching staff in baseball, with Sonny Gray, Peyton Tole, Ranger Suarez, and a returning Garrett Crochet leading the charge. With a wild card matchup against the Yankees looming, the guys debate whether Boston's bats can keep up with their arms to survive a best-of-three bloodbath in the Bronx. The show wraps up with an extensive, highly anticipated college football preview of a wild, remodeled national landscape. Pope and Milk run through the preseason top ten, debating Miami's ACC title chances behind Tulane transfer QB Darien Mensa, evaluating Arch Manning's weapon-heavy Texas squad, and examining the hot seat situation for FSU's Mike Norvell. Plus, the guys hand out some heavy punches to Callaway and Good Good Golf for their widely criticized, tone-deaf ad campaign.

What if the symptoms we associate with PMOS are actually signs of a much bigger metabolic picture? In this episode of the IRH Clinician's Corner, Margaret Floyd Barry sits down with one of IRH's most esteemed faculty members, Sara Fields, to unpack a major shift in women's health: the renaming of PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) to PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome). Together, they explore what this new name truly means for clinicians and clients alike, why it's a long-overdue change, and how it reflects a deeper understanding of the metabolic and endocrine complexities behind this common condition. Inside this episode, we explore: Why PCOS is becoming PMOS The symptoms practitioners may be missing Insulin resistance as a key driver The gut–hormone connection Essential testing for suspected PMOS Addressing root causes, not just androgen levels The Clinician's Corner is brought to you by the Institute of Restorative Health: https://instituteofrestorativehealth.com/ Upcoming Event: Margaret Floyd Barry is teaching a free session on September 15 for practitioners who want a smaller, structured offer to bring new clients in the door. She's walking through how to build a challenge-style entry point using CGM data, tested across real client volume in her own corporate wellness practice. If you've been asking too much, too soon, of new clients before they know you, this is worth an hour. Register Here! Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/instituteofrestorativehealth/ Join our email list here: https://instituteofrestorativehealth.com/join-our-email-list/ Book a call with the admissions team to continue your training: https://instituteofrestorativehealth.com/study-with-us/?utm_source=email Connect with Sara Fields: Website: https://sarafieldswellness.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarafieldswellness/ Timestamps:  00:00 Expanding the conversation on diagnosis 08:48 Shifting focus to endocrine aspects 12:33 Patient involvement in global initiative 22:06 Understanding insulin resistance in PCOS 25:56 Hormonal Imbalances in PMOS 28:55 PCOS diagnosis criteria updates 34:59 Gut Health and Hormonal Balance 40:45 Importance of gut testing 48:43 Developing client treatment protocols 52:02 Addressing sleep apnea in PMOS 58:32 Connecting the dots on symptoms 01:03:26 Broadening diagnostic perspectives Guest bio:  Sara Fields has been an instructor with IRH since March 2019. She teaches and mentors across all four levels—GI Healing, Hormones, Blood Chemistry, and Clinical Mastery—and has played a supportive role in the organization's leadership team. Sara has been immersed in the world of food and nutrition for over 20 years. Her journey has taken her through organic farming, sustainable agriculture, specialty food retail, and, ultimately, to certifications as a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (2014) and Restorative Health Practitioner (2015). Her passion for the tools she learned at IRH led her to become the very first intern and, eventually, a lead instructor for all of the courses. In her private practice, Sara Fields Wellness, she and her team take a gut-centric approach to supporting clients with chronic and complex health concerns, including skin conditions, autoimmunity, digestive issues, and metabolic challenges. She has also developed and taught fertility and prenatal nutrition classes for a local childbirth education organization, hosted community wellness meetups, and taught garden lessons at her children's elementary school. Keywords: functional health practitioners, polycystic ovarian syndrome, PCOS, PMOS, polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome, metabolic health, endocrine system, reproductive hormones, insulin resistance, blood sugar dysregulation, testosterone, DHEAS, sex hormone binding globulin, luteinizing hormone, follicle stimulating hormone, estradiol, progesterone, ovulatory cycles, cardiometabolic health, gut health, microbiome, estrobolome, estrogen detoxification, beta-glucuronidase, visceral fat, lipid panel, hs-CRP, adrenal hormones, HPO axis, blood testing Disclaimer: The views expressed in the IRH Clinician's Corner series are those of the individual speakers and interviewees, and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Institute of Restorative Health, LLC. 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We kick off the episode celebrating National Eat Outside Day and mixing up some creatine electrolytes in a Hydro Jug to fight off brain fog before diving into some major rants. Mike vents about annoying "see what's new" software pop ups on Riverside. Mike explains a bizarre shipping error where he mysteriously received three identical, limited edition watches for his birthday despite his wife Sam only paying for one. Shifting to sports, we celebrate the US Wheelchair Rugby team—featuring previous podcast guests Chuck and Sarah—winning the World Championship for the first time in 16 years after defeating Australia 57-51. We also discuss Nike's Lower East Side 100-meter street race where the fastest sprinter gets their NYC rent paid for a month (up to $4,000), and debate a viral story about four 18-year-old New Jersey hikers who were billed what we consider a very reasonable $1,000 for a nine-hour rescue in New Hampshire. We also reluctantly acknowledge the fast-approaching NFL and fantasy football season, which unfortunately signals the start of Erin's cold weather seasonal depression. In "Erin's Tea Time," we break down a disastrous week for corporate marketing. We cover Callaway Golf's controversial ad featuring a man shoulder-checking a woman for a club (which they blamed on a YouTube production company), Tarte Cosmetics sending influencers highly offensive PR packages with their faces marked up for plastic surgery, and LoveSac's embarrassing decision to mock comedian Deric Cahill with tiny gardening gloves after he made a viral video about their exhausting 25-box couch assembly. In the tech world, we review the unhinged Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing and a "robot" house cleaner that we think is actually being controlled by underpaid overseas laborers who are essentially scanning your home's layout. We also laugh at our favorite corporate one-liners to use at the office. Finally, in "No Bad, No Sad," we highlight the wholesome viral moment of 34-year-old "Heather Skater" inviting all of Denver to a local park to cheer her on as she happily fell her way through her very first roller skating attempt.

See the Video at www.RGRFootball.com Chiefs 53-man conclusion has been a WILD RIDE Analyzing the latest Kansas City Chiefs roster cuts. See how the current depth chart shapes up for the upcoming season. Ryan Tracy and Dan Harms break down the latest moves as the Chiefs finalize their roster. This discussion is designed for fans who want to understand the logic behind the personnel decisions and who made the final cut. We examine the current state of the roster to clarify which players secured their spots and why others were released. Beyond the initial 53-man roster, we look at the potential practice squad additions that could provide depth throughout the year. Understanding the NFL depth chart is essential for grasping how the team plans to manage injuries and rotational needs. We also address specific questions from the audience regarding player performance and the overall strategy behind these roster moves. Subscribe for weekly Kansas City Chiefs breakdowns and let us know in the comments which player addition surprised you the most.

Are you feeling the silence of twin flame separation and wondering if anything is actually happening? It might feel like crickets right now, but beneath the surface, a massive transformation is unfolding for both you and your twin.❤️ Fast-track your twin flame union with our program Twin Flame Reunion Fast Track

In this episode of John Solomon Reports, we dive into a captivating Sunday edition featuring a lineup that spans politics, culture, and international affairs. The conversation heats up as Congressman Pete Sessions joins the podcast to discuss the political landscape in Texas, challenging the narrative that the state is turning blue. He provides insights into the upcoming elections and the dynamics surrounding candidate James Talarico, humorously dubbed "James Talafrico" by Republicans.In a heartfelt tribute, country singer John Rich reflects on the life and legacy of the late Dolly Parton, who recently passed away at the age of 80. Rich shares personal anecdotes and highlights the profound impact Parton had on the music industry and American culture.Shifting gears, the episode explores the alarming rise of hybrid warfare, particularly in relation to Russia's actions in NATO and beyond. Ambassador Kominski from Moldova joins to discuss recent developments, including the discovery of an explosive-laden drone in Germany, shedding light on the evolving nature of global conflicts.To wrap up this engaging episode, Taylor Barkley joins for a light-hearted conversation, making it a perfect end to your Sunday brunch listening.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sponsored by HEAVY HITS. Sign up for HEAVY HITS record pool and use code "BIKTDJ" at checkout for $20 off your first month. New subscribers onlyIn this episode of the But I Know The DJ podcast, the boys get into venue “do not plays,” Drake's new approach to music distribution, and the big question of where bands went. From nightlife rules to the future of artist releases and live music, this episode is packed with DJ talk, music industry takes, and plenty of debates.

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In this episode, Mike Granato & Shaun Webb from Athletic Motion Golf Podcast answer the comment they get every single week: "Amateurs shouldn't try to copy tour players." Using years of 3D data on tour winners, they explain why that advice is backwards. The players in their database are not physical outliers. Many fail basic mobility screens that amateurs pass. What actually separates them is simpler movements, repeated inside a tight, learnable window, not more talent or more flexibility.They break down why good players fall into a narrow range on things like hip turn, arm bend, and spine angle (and why bad golf swings fall into a much wider one), the "shifting through the gears" idea versus jumping straight to full effort, and why two pros with completely different builds can both produce 180 mph ball speed through technique and sequencing, not strength. Then they get into the practical takeaway: find your own 3 or 4 "dominoes," the small number of things that move your swing back into a good window, write them on a note card, and stop chasing a new fix every week. They also cover why setup (grip, ball position, aim) drifts faster than your actual swing, and why removing variables before you practice is the fastest way to actually get better.You don't have to be a physical specimen to move like a tour player. You just have to move simply, and in the right direction.

Becoming a 401(k) millionaire can require decades of hard work and sacrifice. Previously, a seven-figure nest egg shined as the gold standard among retirement planners. But the shine has dulled as a portfolio of that size no longer guarantees the same security. What steps should you take to protect your savings and avoid going broke in retirement? Sheryl Rowling has a list of tips. The certified public accountant is the editorial director of financial advice for Morningstar. Your 7-Figure Retirement Fund Might Not Stretch As Far As You Think. Here's How to Change That On this episode: 00:00:00 Welcome 00:01:20 Why seven-figure retirement portfolios need extra planning finesse 00:01:58 Why the retirement-to-RMD window matters 00:03:40 How taxpayers can approach the new SALT deduction 00:04:50 Building a cash bucket for market downturns 00:06:15 Retirement money missteps worth avoiding 00:09:41 Shifting asset allocation and key takeaways Watch more from Morningstar: New ETFs Are Launching Fast. Proceed With Caution Why Playing It Safe in Retirement Can BackfireWhy Do Active Funds Lag Even With Winning Picks? Follow Morningstar on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MorningstarInc/ X: https://x.com/MorningstarInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morningstarinc/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/morningstar/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How we set our minds in the morning has a tremendous impact on our day. Choosing an abundance mindset over scarcity does not eliminate hardship but changes how we respond to difficulty. Key Takeaways The mindset we adopt — abundance vs. scarcity — directly shapes how we experience and navigate life A scarcity mindset leads to feelings of limitation, struggle, and missed opportunities, while an abundance mindset opens the door to seeing possibilities and overcoming obstacles Absolute language such as "never" and "always" reinforces negative thinking and should be avoided Shifting to an abundance mindset is a daily, intentional practice that positively impacts mental, emotional, and physical health Opportunities are often already present in our lives; a scarcity mindset simply prevents us from recognizing them Visit ConfidenceThroughHealth.com to find discounts to some of our favorite products.Follow me via All In Health and Wellness on Facebook or Instagram.Find my books on Amazon: No More Sugar Coating: Finding Your Happiness in a Crowded World and Confidence Through Health: Live the Healthy Lifestyle God DesignedProduction credit: Social Media Cowboys

What if the episode you already listened to still has more to teach you the second time around? In this throwback episode of the Covert Narcissism Podcast, Renee revisits one of the most-requested episodes in the show's history — the original breakdown of the six types of narcissism: grandiose, vulnerable, malignant, communal, somatic, and cerebral. Instead of just replaying it, she reads back her own words from a year and a half ago and reframes them with everything she's learned since, including sharper insight into how covert narcissism shows up differently across each type, and what those patterns actually cost the people living with them. In this episode, you'll learn: Why covert narcissism isn't its own category, and why that reframe changes how you spot it How grandiose, vulnerable, malignant, communal, somatic, and cerebral narcissism each show up overtly versus covertly Real examples of covert narcissistic behavior — guilt-tripping, gaslighting, backhanded compliments, and fishing for validation Why understanding the pattern doesn't mean you're obligated to stay and manage it If you missed the initial episode, here it is - Unmasking Narcissism If you've ever felt like you understand narcissistic behavior but something still isn't fully clicking, this one's for you — sometimes the same words hit differently the second time around. Ready for support applying what you're learning? Explore coaching at www.covertnarcissism.com. This episode is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis or clinical care. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stijn Schmitz welcomes Willem Middelkoop to the show. Willem Middelkoop is an author and is the Founder of the Commodity Discovery Fund. Middelkoop asserts that the “big reset” of the global financial system, a thesis he developed over a decade ago, is now unfolding in real time. He points to the accelerating decline of U.S. hegemony, evidenced by the collapsing petrodollar system and waning international support, particularly in the Middle East. This shift from an era of cooperation to confrontation is driving a fundamental change in capital flows, with generalist investors beginning to move away from paper assets like U.S. Treasuries toward hard assets. He notes that foreign ownership of U.S. debt has fallen below thirty percent, a situation he describes as “Weimar Lite,” where the Federal Reserve is increasingly forced to monetize government debt. This environment explains the strong performance of gold, which is being reintroduced into the monetary system without official decree, primarily through record central bank purchases. China alone is buying sixty percent of the world's annual mine production outside its borders. While Middelkoop does not foresee a hyperinflationary collapse, as the U.S. retains powerful tools like revaluing its gold holdings, he believes a new financial crisis is likely in the coming years. In such a crisis, he expects central banks to play the “gold card,” driving a significant revaluation. This outlook informs his investment strategy, which focuses on hard assets including real estate, physical gold and silver, Bitcoin, and high-quality equities. Shifting to the mining sector, Middelkoop highlights the exceptional opportunity in gold producers, which are generating record free cash flow yet trade at historically low valuations. His fund, however, specializes in discovery investing, concentrating on a select portfolio of world-class tier-one and tier-two discoveries. He emphasizes that the key to outsized returns is maintaining a long-term position in a major discovery, allowing value to compound over decades as the deposit is developed into a producing mine. This patient, concentrated approach involves taking significant stakes in companies after the initial discovery hype and supporting them through to production. Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:01:00 – Financial Reset Discussion 00:04:00 – US Losing Superpower Status 00:09:08 – Central Bank Gold Purchases 00:13:00 – Empire Decline and Debt 00:18:45 – Weimar Lite Scenario 00:23:00 – Gold Revaluation Process 00:28:00 – Mining Sector Opportunities 00:35:00 – Discovery Investing Strategy 00:42:00 – Portfolio Construction Advice 00:47:22 – Concluding Thoughts Guest Links: Commodity Discover Fund: https://www.cdfund.com X: https://x.com/@wmiddelkoop Willem Middelkoop: https://substack.com/@wmiddelkoop The Big Reset: https://www.cdfund.com/download-the-big-reset.html Willem Middelkoop is the founder of the Commodity Discovery Fund and also an author. He became a well-known personality through his work as a stock market commentator for the Dutch business television channel RTLZ. Middelkoop predicted the credit crisis’s onset in his book “Als de dollar valt” (If the dollar falls) in 2007. Subsequent publications were “De permanente oliecrisis” (The permanent oil crisis) – 2008, “Overleef de kredietcrisis” (Surviving the credit crisis) – 2009, “Goud en het geheim van geld” (Gold and the secret of money) – 2012, and The Big Reset – 2013. In total, he sold more than 100,000 copies of his books. The Commodity Discovery Fund was established in the summer of 2008. It started with three million euros and 22 participants. By the end of 2023, it had grown to about 2,000 participants and €104 million in assets under management.

Today we talk with Carrie Devaney about why talent is the number one strategy for exponential growth in wealth management and how recruiting becomes a long-term system instead of a last-minute scramble. We break down what top candidates look for today, how equity changes the conversation, and why starting sooner protects clients and increases enterprise value.Key topics discussed in this episode:• Treating succession planning as a competitive advantage for client retention• Shifting recruiting from an event to an ongoing growth strategy• Using training, development, coaching, and mentorship as a clear growth framework• Sourcing next gen advisors through existing relationships and a clear firm vision• Using equity and results-based compensation to attract high performersFollow Elite Achievement for more conversations on leadership and high-level execution.About CarrieCarrie Deveney is Director of Growth at Northwestern Mutual Chicago, where she partners with 11 of the firm's largest advisory practices to drive growth through leadership, recruiting, succession planning, and advisor development. She helped develop the Pathway to Partnership platform to strengthen talent pipelines and create more intentional career paths for future advisors. As a CFP® professional, Carrie is passionate about helping firms build enduring businesses, maximize enterprise value, and fulfill their promise to clients by developing exceptional leaders and the next generation of financial advisors. Connect with CarrieLinkedInAbout Kristin BurkeKristin Burke works with financial advisors and leaders in financial services who are building and scaling firms. She helps them lead more effectively, develop their team, and execute consistently on the priorities that drive growth.Work with KristinIf you are building a firm and want a strategic partner to help you think through leadership, team development, and execution, you can learn more about working with Kristin here:WebsiteConnect on LinkedInLinkedIn

What does it really take to build a custom home brand that stands out, serves clients at a higher level, and creates a healthier business behind the scenes?In this episode of the Builders of Authority Podcast, Adam McChesney sits down with Mark Williams, a third-generation custom home builder from Minnesota with more than 20 years of experience.Mark is the founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, the host of the Curious Builder Podcast, and one of the five founders of the Contractor Coalition Summit. He shares how authenticity, wellness, financial literacy, and collaboration have shaped the way he builds homes and leads his company.In this conversation, Adam and Mark discuss:• Building an authentic brand without trying to appeal to everyone• Creating the Mysa Hus spec-home concept around Scandinavian design, family, and wellness• Using healthier materials, air purification, and thoughtful building practices to attract health-conscious clients• Investing in masterminds and industry events to overcome burnout and transform a business• Shifting from competition to collaboration within the construction industry• Understanding the difference between markup and margin• Structuring contracts around healthier financial targets• Managing cash flow and strengthening the financial foundation of a building company• Hiring and delegating to buy back time and increase capacity• Taking action before everything feels perfect• Creating stronger client experiences through hospitality and connectionMark also explains how the Contractor Coalition Summit changed his mindset and helped him see the value of investing in himself, surrounding himself with the right people, and learning from other builders.He opens up about the financial lessons he wishes he had learned earlier, including the importance of understanding margin, overhead, profit, and the systems required to build a sustainable company.

35 views Aug 24, 2026 In-person video interviews"Interoperability isn't failing — it's underfunded." Herko Coomans on standards as public infrastructure. Most interoperability conversations start with what's technically broken. This one starts by rejecting that framing. Herko Coomans argues that health data exchange is a wicked problem rather than an unsolved engineering task, that the real constraint is infrastructure funding and governance, and that the moment governments mandated standards, they took on a public accountability they haven't yet resourced. We cover the closing post-COVID funding window, what EHDS implementation actually looks like inside a country that has no national health data authority, why the EU started its data union with health, and where AI genuinely helps interoperability — and where it quietly doesn't. GUEST Herko Coomans — International Digital Health Coordinator, Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport (VWS), the Netherlands; interoperability lead, Global Digital Health Partnership (GDHP) Host: Tjaša Zajc WHAT THE CONVERSATION COVERS Why interoperability is a "wicked problem," not a failure — and why it was never all-or-nothing Interoperability as an infrastructure funding crisis rather than a technical one The closing post-pandemic window for digital health investment Why healthcare executives are asking the ministry to be MORE directive on standards What changes when standards become law: parliamentary questions about SNOMED CT and nursing terminology Who funds SNOMED CT, HL7 FHIR and IHE for the next 20–50 years The national FHIR profile problem: why a Dutch profile may not work in Germany From product implementation to integration: national platforms as an emerging concept GDHP explained: 44 countries, 40%+ of the world's population, no legal existence by design The global stewardship gap after US and Argentine withdrawal from the WHO The International Patient Summary in practice — Canada, Brazil, and QR-code patient summaries at the Hajj EHDS implementation reality check: 2027, 2029, 2031 deadlines and national health data access bodies Why the EU chose health as the first pillar of its data union — and what Brexit had to do with it AI and interoperability: ambient scribes, ontology reasoning, and why a plausible SNOMED code isn't a correct one The OECD's interoperability valuation: 2.7–6.6% of annual health expenditure Shifting from project funding to sustainable public infrastructure funding for standards CHAPTERS 00:00 Interoperability in 2026: what are we still not getting? 01:06 The pushback: a wicked problem, not a failure 05:50 Why interoperability is an infrastructure funding problem 10:25 Who owns integration? From product rollout to national platforms 16:32 When standards become law: parliament, nurses and SNOMED CT 19:01 National FHIR profiles and the interoperability they don't deliver 25:49 GDHP: 44 countries, 40% of the world, no legal existence 30:52 The Dutch chairmanship and the handover to Portugal 35:35 The International Patient Summary in Canada, Brazil and Mecca 39:52 EHDS reality check: European excitement, national scrambling 47:41 Why the EU started its data union with health 50:58 AI and interoperability: "not the magic, but the magician" 1:00:06 The OECD number: what interoperability is actually worth MENTIONED OECD, "Interoperability in healthcare: Towards an interconnected future" (Health Working Paper No. 197, July 2026) International Patient Summary (IPS) — HL7 FHIR, CDA, ISO, SNOMED Global Patient Set, IHE European Health Data Space (EHDS) • 21st Century Cures Act • My Health Record legislation (Australia) • Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (India) FACES OF DIGITAL HEALTH Podcast: https://www.facesofdigitalhealth.com Newsletter: https://fodh.substack.com LinkedIn:   / faces-of-digital-health   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...#interoperability #EHDS #digitalhealth #healthdata #FHIR #SNOMEDCT #healthpolicy #healthIT #GDHP #healthcareAI #europeanhealthdataspace #InternationalPatientSummaryInteroperability Isn't Failing — It's Underfunded (Herko Coomans)

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After a brief excursion in the book of the prophet Hosea, we are back in the book of Isaiah. This episode begins with a proclamation of woe against Samaria, called Ephraim in this prophecy. Specifically, they are chastised for being drunk all the time, having no vision, clarity, or wisdom to give to others on behalf of the Lord. Shifting away from the northern kingdom of Israel, he then chastises Judah for making deals with Assyria, or “Death” as they are called poetically here. Jerusalem, referred to as “Ariel”, will be burned and destroyed, for they have refused to open their eyes to the Lord's commands. Finally, Isaiah condemns Jerusalem's alliance with Egypt, most likely a reference to King Hezekiah's reign. Isaiah 28 - 1:03 .  Isaiah 29 - 8:18 .  Isaiah 30 - 13:33 .  :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by the Christian Standard Bible.facebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

The housing market is going through another shift and entering a new phase. While not radical it may change your strategies on buying, building, or selling your home. David brings up some new observations about what is occurring with home sales, inventory, and buyer behavior.Special thanks to our special new sponsor EchoShatter Band

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Today's Headlines: Dolly Parton, the legendary country singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist, has died at 80. Beyond music, she leaves behind an extraordinary legacy of generosity and her work supporting medical research. Shifting gears, the CIA director made an attempted secret trip to Moscow with the plane sitting on the ground for eight hours and no explanation of who Ratcliffe met with or why, with possibilities ranging from hostage negotiations to addressing Russia's recent NATO provocations. Pivoting to the trade war, Canada announced 50% retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion in American goods effective September 8th, matching Trump's tariffs dollar for dollar on dairy, seafood, steel, appliances, and toilet paper, while Trump responded by threatening to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America on a gold-lettered map posted to Truth Social. That'll show them. And since we're on the subject of renaming, the DOJ argued in court that the Kennedy Center will collapse into a "decrepit structure" without Trump's name on the facade. On the Iran war beat, Tulsi Gabbard reportedly warned Trump before he started the Iran war in February that Iran would immediately close the Strait of Hormuz, that killing the Supreme Leader would produce a more hardline regime pursuing nuclear weapons, and that Iran would strike US bases across the region — all of which happened. On “the decline,” the Agriculture Secretary couldn't say where the 300,000 metric tons of mystery ground beef is coming from, saying conversations are "still going on," which is not reassuring. Two unvaccinated people in Lancaster, Pennsylvania died of measles — the first US measles deaths this year — amid a local outbreak of nearly 400 cases, a third of them children, as case numbers continue to break records for the most since measles was eliminated in 2000. Gary, Indiana is entering its second week without power for thousands of residents with no restoration in sight, and Darline Graham won her South Carolina Senate runoff, spending nearly a million Trump-backed dollars to inherit her brother's seat and run against Dr. Annie Andrews in November. Resources/Articles mentioned: NYT: C.I.A. Director Makes Secret Visit to Moscow The White House: President Trump Is Finally Ending Canada's Free Ride AP News: Canada strikes back at US with retaliatory tariffs as trade war escalates Axios: Kennedy Center's survival depends on Trump, DOJ says in new filing WSJ: The Warnings That Came Before a War Now Reaching the Six-Month Mark The New Republic: Trump Team Refuses to Explain Imported Beef Origin as Backlash Grows NYT: Two Unvaccinated People Died From Measles in Pennsylvania, Officials Say CNN: Powerful storms knocked out power in northwest Indiana 2 weeks ago. This majority Black city has suffered the most NBC News: Elections live updates: Darline Graham beats Ralph Norman in South Carolina GOP Senate primary runoff Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Introduction What does it take to launch an insurance product that did not previously exist, get it live in twelve states in under five months, and run it with a deliberately small team? Vital Coverage Insurance Services did exactly that, and in this episode Josh Hollander brings both sides of the build into the same conversation.   Arvind Kaushal, Co-Founder and CEO of Cogitate, and Justin Krone, COO of Vital Coverage Insurance Services, join Josh for a rare three-way conversation on the show. They cover why Justin left a twenty-year carrier career to run an MGU, why Arvind tells founders to underwrite their technology partner the way they would underwrite a risk, and where each of them draws the line on AI in an underwriting workflow. They do not fully agree on that last one, which is the most useful part of the discussion.   Guests Arvind Kaushal co-founded Cogitate in 2012 and leads the company as CEO. He came to insurance software from the operator side. Before founding Cogitate he was CFO and CIO at Insurance House, which meant, in his words, that he was signing the checks and responsible for the systems at the same time. The first version of what became the DigitalEdge platform was not a product, it was a fix for his own company's broken workflows. Earlier in his career he spent eight years at Delta Air Lines, including work as an architect on Delta.com, and started out at Wipro in Mumbai.   Justin Krone spent twenty years at CNA Insurance, the last ten running small business and small commercial strategy, before becoming COO of Vital Coverage Insurance Services. Vital is a lean, single-product MGU selling a first-of-its-kind business continuity coverage for small medical practices, protecting physician, dental, and veterinary offices against the loss of a key practitioner. The program launched across twelve states in under five months and is now live in seventeen.   Key Topics -Underwrite your partner. Arvind's rule for choosing a technology vendor is to run the same diligence on the partner that you would run on a risk, because every provider in the market will tell you they can do everything. -Principles over capabilities. Justin has seen most of the policy administration platforms on the market, and argues the deciding factor was not the feature comparison but whether the two organizations approached problems the same way. -The lean MGU thesis. Vital was designed so that a tenfold jump in quote volume would not require materially more staff, and that constraint shaped the underwriting model as much as the technology stack. -AI as a guardrail rather than an autopilot. Arvind's position is that AI should surface the risk a human misses under volume pressure and flag what falls outside appetite, while the decision stays with the underwriter. -The case for keeping AI out of underwriting. Justin built a deliberately tight, binary risk-selection model and uses AI heavily across marketing, research, and operations while leaving underwriting alone for now. -Why the culture change is harder than the tooling. Cogitate began its AI-first push three years ago and stumbled early, and Arvind argues the models were never the difficult part. -Waiting for regulation to catch up. Both guests work through the NAIC AI model bulletin and what compliance looks like in practice when the carrier remains responsible for what a vendor's AI does.   Notable Quotes "I don't think of AI in underwriting as an autopilot. I think of it as a guardrail."   "It's not about the tools or LLM models. It's actually about the mindset. The tools are the easy part. Shifting how people think is the hard part. And everyone underestimates it."   "It's not that they have the best capabilities out there. It's that our principles aligned."   "Ideas are easy and execution is hard. And the one thing that I think AI might be kind of changing is that second piece."   Resources Guests: Cogitate: https://cogitate.com/ Arvind Kaushal on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arvind-kaushal-cogitate-digital-insurance/ Vital Coverage Insurance Services: https://myvitalcoverage.com/ Justin Krone on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-krone-78b96563/ Host & Organization: Joshua R. Hollander on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuarhollander/ Horton International (USA): https://www.horton-usa.com/ Insurtech Leadership Podcast (LinkedIn Showcase): https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/insurtech-leadership-show   Subscribe & Review If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe on your favorite platform and leave a review. The Insurtech Leadership Podcast is available on YouTube, Podbean, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.

Dr. Liz Aguirre is a remarkable women. She grew up in poverty without reliable access to food or shelter and is now a mom, wife, and a physician with passion for person-centered health. We talk about how she grew her wealthy mindset and how coaching has assisted that journey. I am so lucky to have great clients like Dr. Liz. You can find Liz Aguire at: https://www.lizaguirremd.com/Watch Liz's TEDx Talks: End Professional Burnout: Become More Energized and Less Stressed https://youtu.be/Mo9DS6kBDyYWhy the Secret to Fulfillment is Imagination https://youtu.be/_D9zcEOheqcPlease subscribe and leave a review on your favorite Podcasting platform. Get 12 Financial Mistakes that Keep Physicians from Building Wealth at https://www.growyourwealthymindset.com/12financialmistakesIf you want to start your path to financial freedom, start with the Financial Freedom Workbook. Download your free copy today at https://www.GrowYourWealthyMindset.com/fiworkbookDr. Elisa Chiang is  a physician and money coach who helps other doctors reach their financial goals by mastering their money mindset through personalized 1:1 coaching .You can learn more about Elisa at her website or follow her on social media.Website: https://ww.GrowYourWealthyMindset.comInstagram https://www.instagram.com/GrowYourWealthyMindsetFacebook https://www.facebook.com/ElisaChianghttps://www.facebook.com/GrowYourWealthyMindsetYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WealthyMindsetMDLinked In: www.linkedin.com/in/ElisaChiang Disclaimer: The content provided in the Grow Your Wealthy Mindset Podcast...

Are you a senior director, VP, or elite account executive completely nose-down in your career, chasing corporate accolades, status, and wealth while your family's attention slips away?   In this highly reflective solo episode, host Billy Keels breaks his own rules to make a mandatory recommendation: anyone managing a demanding multinational career needs to watch George Clooney's movie J. Kelly. Following the story of a massively successful, wealthy superstar actor at the tail end of his career, Billy highlights the painful, subtle realities of a high performer who achieved the absolute pinnacle of external validation, only to realize his deepest true desire was simply to capture the attention of his daughters—before realizing he had spent decades being "on" for the wrong people. Learn how to find true harmony over balance, escape the corporate machine's lease option on your life, and intentionally protect the relationships that actually belong to you before time runs out.  

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Discipline, AI, and humanity.Chapters00:00 Wes Schaeffer's return to podcasting and reflections on his journey02:21 The importance of fundamentals in sports and business04:31 Wes's deep dive into AI and the need for governance09:43 Understanding the power and risks of AI11:28 The operating system analogy for AI governance13:02 Personal challenges and resilience during tough times14:12 Shifting focus to AI and practical applications15:29 Using AI to serve humanity and improve service16:18 Offering help and resources for AI implementationWhat should you be doing right now? If you're like Wes Schaeffer, you might be reflecting on your journey and the fundamentals that drive success. In his latest podcast episode, Wes dives deep into the lessons he's learned over the years, particularly in the intersection of jiu-jitsu, sales, and the burgeoning world of AI.The Power of FundamentalsWes emphasizes that regardless of how long you've been in your field, mastering the fundamentals is crucial. He reflects on his experience in jiu-jitsu, stating that the key to advancing lies in the discipline sics"The reality is, whoever masters the fundamentals and has the discipline to continue practicing is the one that usually wins." This principle applies not just in martial arts but across all disciplines, including sales and marketing.Navigating the Noise of AIIn an age where AI is overwhelming many, Wes shares his frustrations and breakthroughs. He spent countless hours exploring various AI tools, only to realize that many are merely flashy tricks lacking real substance. The lesson? Governance and understanding your tools are essential.He advises:"If you get it wrong... it's going to be way worse."Wes highlights the importance of having a solid governance layer when utilizing AI to avoid common pitfalls.A New Dawn for the Sales PodcastAfter a hiatus, Wes is revamping his podcast, bringing back interviews focused on actionable insights in AI. He stresses that humanity remains the next killer app, and technology should enhance our ability to connect with others, not replace it. "Use technology for good. Use it to serve more people better."This shift in focus not only revitalizes his content but also aligns with his mission to help others navigate the complexities of modern sales.ReflectionAs Wes gears up for this new chapter, he encourages listeners to take action. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, remember that the basics matter. Embrace the tools available to you, but always return to the fundamentals that truly drive success. To hear more about Wes's insights and the exciting changes coming to his podcast, tune in to the full episode.

Step into the future of professional speaking with Sylvie di Giusto, CSP as she breaks down the trends every speaker must understand to stay relevant. This episode of Speakernomics uncovers what it truly takes to deliver value beyond what AI and technology can offer.* Why speakers must turn the lens on themselves and adapt to megatrends affecting the industry* How audience demographics and decision-makers are rapidly changing* The new reality: knowledge is free—experiences are what matter* Ways to create transformative, must-attend experiences for live, hybrid, and virtual audiences* Shifting your sales approach toward selling unique experiences, not just informationBecome an NSA Member! https://nsaspeaker.org/join/#membership Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if money isn't as scarce as it feels—and the bigger question is whether you're open to seeing the opportunities around you? In this episode of The Manifestation & Money Podcast, I'm joined by bestselling author and energetic alignment guide Kelsey Aida for a conversation that blends manifestation, money mindset, spirituality, and some refreshingly grounded perspectives on creating the life you want. Kelsey shares how the loss of her dream of becoming a professional dancer led her through one of the darkest periods of her life—and ultimately introduced her to manifestation, energetic alignment, spirituality, and the work she now teaches. We dive into the money beliefs many of us have been carrying around for years and how those beliefs may be quietly influencing what we believe is possible for us. Kelsey shares a simple way to question those old stories, intentionally look for evidence of a new belief, and train your brain to notice opportunities instead of only noticing what's going wrong. We also explore spirit guides, asking for support, synchronicities, and why Kelsey believes we don't have to manifest everything all by ourselves. Then we get into her new book, The Manifesting Fix, and the idea that manifestation isn't simply about thinking something into existence. There can be resistance, subconscious beliefs, uncomfortable action, and even parts of your old life you may need to release to make room for something new. And perhaps one of my favorite takeaways from this conversation: Yes, you can have it all—but probably not all at the same time. In this episode, we chat about: Shifting from scarcity thinking into possibility Identifying the money beliefs that may be holding you back How to find evidence for a new, more expansive belief Training your brain to notice opportunities Connecting with your spirit team and asking for support Why manifestation requires both attraction and action The resistance that can keep manifestations feeling stuck Why you may need to release an old reality to create a new one Letting go of the pressure to have every area of life be perfect at once Choosing how you want your dream life to feel—and beginning to cultivate those feelings now Connect with Kelsey Aida: Visit KelseyAida.com Look for her new book, The Manifesting Fix Listen to the High Vibin' It podcast Find Kelsey Aida on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube & Substack ✨ Come play with me (Jen!) inside Manifestation Playground: www.manifestationplayground.ca

0:00 - The ONE play in preseason showed us everything we need to know about Jaylen Waddle. He's ready to go. He'll get plenty of targets, and so will Courtland Sutton. After them...who's next in line? Will Troy Franklin step up? Will Marvin Mims ACTUALLY be used on OFFENSE? How about Pat Bryant?15:37 - It's time for our weekly check-in with ESPN's Adam Schefter! Why the HECK would the Browns name Deshaun Watson the starter? Does Schefty's phone always light up light a Christmas tree on roster cut-down day? What does he make of NFL players returning to college for another year?34:07 - It seems like every month, or even every week, the NCAA has to add/clarify a new rule. The college sports landscape as a whole is so fluid. I know we sound like a broken record at this point, but we're in uncharted waters, and the NCAA is dealing with a lot of unknowns.

Welcome to the portal of power, pleasure, and unlimited potential... And welcome to our monthly series: Rambles + Musings! This is not a polished, linear podcast. This is Crimson sharing what's on her heart and taking you through the wild web of her mind. This month we talk about identity: how it's shifting collectively and personally and how we claim who we are becoming. Join The Threshold at https://www.esoerotic.com/the-threshold ******** Learn more at esoerotic.com Crimson's Instagram: www.instagram.com/crimson.minx Esoerotic Instagram: instagram.com/esoerotic.magick Sign up for our weekly Magick + Musings Newsletter: minx-muse.kit.com/00483e3067 ******** Music “Haunted Hearts” by Noisescape

Welcome to another jam-packed episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. Today, Tom dives deep into the market chaos triggered by wild movements in the bond market and looming economic maneuvers from key players like Bessent. We break down soaring long-term bond rates, the ripple effects of the U.S. debt crisis, and the complex financial strategies being deployed to stabilize the economy. Shifting gears, Tom unpacks Canada's bold decision to walk away from a major U.S. trade deal, explores the escalating tensions between the U.S., China, and Canada, and reveals the larger story behind global deglobalization.We then journey into the geopolitics of the Middle East, analyzing shifts in the Strait of Hormuz and what rising maritime traffic could signal for Iran and the broader region. Finally, Tom tackles the explosive debate over Israel and Palestine, as highlighted by Mark Ruffalo's viral tweet, dissecting the cultural, political, and religious forces driving this divisive global conversation. Stay tuned for a thought-provoking, wide-ranging discussion that unpacks the news behind the headlines and what it means for the future.What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here:Want my help starting a business? Join me here inside Zero To FounderSign up for my AI Masterclass: AI MasterclassFOLLOW TOM:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=enTwitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeuYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeuCash App: Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/v6nymgjl #CashAppPod*Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Cash App Green features, Savings, Direct deposit, Round ups, Overdraft coverage and Discounts provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosure.Quince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/impactpodWhatnot: Download the Whatnot app today and get free shipping on your first order.Ketone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT for 30% OFF your subscription orderEthos: Get a free quote at https://ethos.com/impactIncogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code IMPACT at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/impact ATT Business: Switch to AT&T Business at https://business.att.comPique: 20% off at https://piquelife.com/impactSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How can professionals and creatives transform burnout into sustainable productivity while creating a work life that actually supports the life they want?In this episode of Productivity Smarts, host Gerald J. Leonard sits down with Lindsay Barnett, workplace experience strategist and author of Working Hell to Working Well, to rethink what productivity can look like when doing more is no longer the goal.Lindsey shares how moving to a part-time schedule after the pandemic changed the way she approached work, time, and work-life harmony. Gerald and Lindsay explore why constraints can sharpen focus, how mindfulness creates space between stimulus and response, and why negotiation works better as collaboration than compromise.They also unpack the habits that keep people stuck in hustle culture, from constant email and social media access to the pressure to always be productive. Lindsay shares her "3 I's" of intellectual challenge, impact, and interaction as a way to identify what gives you energy and what may be missing from your work.The conversation also examines burnout in leadership, unrealistic expectations, and the fear of failure that can create unnecessary work. If you're feeling burned out, stuck, or ready to rethink how you work, this episode offers practical ways to build sustainable productivity and greater work-life harmony. Listen in for practical ideas you can start applying to your work and life today.What We Discuss[00:00] Introduction[02:01] Guest introduction: Lindsay Barnett[03:39] Lindsay's journey to workplace wellness[05:48] The power of personal experience[06:48] The power of constraints[08:17] Constraints create clarity[09:19] The water hose analogy[11:19] Practical steps to overcome burnout[13:50] Mindfulness and fluidity[15:59] Negotiation and networking skills[18:57] Shifting from hustle culture[20:09] Breaking the hustle pattern[23:36] Dealing with feeling stuck[26:53] Unsticking yourself through learning[27:47] Taking agency in your career[30:34] The research and depth behind Working Hell to Working Well[31:02] Why burnout is contagious in leadership[31:22] Fear of failure as a hidden driver of overwork[33:50] Constraints as a competitive advantage, from supply chains to teams[35:08] Where to find Lindsay, her book, and the new Recharge Lab[36:05] Final thoughtsNotable Quotes[07:07] "The words we use create the world that we see. And it creates the world that our body lives in." – Gerald J. Leonard[08:24] "There is something about constraint that creates such clarity." – Lindsay Barnett[10:05] "I'm using less water, I'm covering more ground, and I'm getting the job done. I'm being more efficient, and I'm conserving my energy. And that's the principle of constraints." – Gerald J. Leonard[11:47] "Mindfulness is that little gap between the piece of information that's coming your way and your response." – Lindsay Barnett[13:16] "The unexamined life is like driftwood—throw it out in the ocean and wherever the wave takes it, that's where it goes." – Gerald J. Leonard[16:29] "Negotiation looks more like, here's what I have on my plate. What do you have on your plate? How do we start the conversation? Not with, I want it this way, you want it that way, but really saying, where can we go together?" – Lindsay Barnett[19:37] "It's unsustainable to drive your car at 100 miles an hour and never stop for gas. The engine is just gonna burn up. But that's exactly what happens to us." – Gerald J. Leonard[20:11] "I'm a big believer in small actions over time yield big results." – Lindsay Barnett [25:09] "We oftentimes overly identify with work. And so we can feel super stuck, but there's a whole other aspect of life that we can use to charge our battery." – Lindsay Barnett[31:58] "Sometimes what happens is this fear of failure is driving our behavior to create certain standards of excellence that honestly we may not have the resources to actually deliver on." – Lindsay BarnettResource and LinksLindsey BarnettWebsite: barnettcoaching.comLinkedIn: Lindsay K. BarnettBook: Working Hell to Working Well New offering: The Recharge Lab (team experience launching soon)Productivity Smarts PodcastWebsite - productivitysmartspodcast.comGerald J. LeonardWebsite - geraldjleonard.comTurnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.comScheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonardKiva is a loan, not a donation, allowing you to cycle your money and create a personal impact worldwide. https://www.kiva.org/lender/topmindshelpingtopmindsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Ivy Slater, host of Her Success Story, chats with her guest, Victoria Strickland. The two discuss the evolving role of technology in healthcare, the importance of mentorship and sponsorship for women in tech, and the innovative work PwC is doing to help major healthcare organizations navigate complex business and technology transformations. In this episode, we discuss: How technology serves as the backbone for innovation and operational efficiency in healthcare, impacting everything from administrative processes to patient outcomes. What unique challenges and opportunities exist in integrating tech with healthcare, especially as new entrants continually reshape the field alongside legacy platform companies. Shifting from traditional healthcare roles to technology-driven careers can open new doors for impact, highlighted by the journey from pre-med aspirations to industry consultancy. Why it is vital to have women, and especially diverse voices, represented in tech leadership, particularly as AI and automation become more central to healthcare. How embracing continuous change—both personally and within companies—is essential in the rapidly evolving tech and healthcare landscape.   Victoria Strickland is a Director in PwC's Health Industries Advisory practice, where she has spent the last 14 years helping some of the nation's largest healthcare organizations navigate complex business and technology transformations. She specializes in payer modernization, healthcare operations, and technology-enabled transformation, with a particular passion for how AI and emerging technologies can reshape the future of care. An Agile-certified leader known for guiding organizations through complexity, Victoria has stood up and scaled enterprise Agile operating models, led Agile governance and delivery across 300+ person programs, and driven maturity across some of the most ambitious transformation efforts in the industry. She works shoulder-to-shoulder with executive teams to turn bold goals into practical, sustainable outcomes that improve both business performance and the experiences of the patients and members behind every system. Victoria's impact hasn't gone unnoticed: she was recognized by Women We Admire as one of The Rising Star Women Leaders in Healthcare for 2025, a nod to the fresh thinking and technical depth she brings to a field that's being rewritten by data and AI. Originally from Washington, DC, Victoria's passion for healthcare started early and led her to the University of Pennsylvania, where she earned her degree in Public Health with minors in Healthcare Management and Neuroscience. That blend of healthcare, business, and behavioral science still shapes how she leads and solves problems today, balancing strategy, technology, and the very human side of change. Outside of work, Victoria loves staying active, trying new things, and planning her next trip. A fun fact: she competed in the 2012 Olympic Trials for track, which explains why she's still just a little competitive. She's also a devoted travel enthusiast who proudly names her mom as her favorite travel partner. Together they've explored more than 25 countries across Southeast Asia, South America, and Europe. Website:https://www.pwc.com/us/en.html Social Media Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoriastrickland/      

Scott Sullivan interviewed Dr. Patrick Morley about transforming men's ministry from event-driven programming to intentional discipleship pathways. Morley emphasized that men aren't seeking more meetings—they need brotherhood, mission, and practical help solving real-life problems. Churches must shift from hoping men connect to building deliberate systems that reach, disciple, and deploy men into mission.Core Framework: Four Organizing QuestionsWhen a man reaches for your church's door handle, leaders must ask:Why did he just do that? (What motivated him to come?)  What problems is he trying to solve? (Career, marriage, fatherhood, purpose)  What does he need from us? (Not what we need from him)  How can we give that to him? (Practical pathway design)Men driving past churches daily are asking: "Could this place help me solve my problems?"The Momentum Problem: Capturing Event Energy72% of men who attend Man in the Mirror events sign up for follow-up groups when asked immediately—not weeks later.Proven Event-to-Discipleship ModelForm small groups at the event itself:Give men the follow-up resource in handDirect them: "Form groups of 4-5 right now"  Exchange contact info and pick first meeting time/place  Answer one question together: "Where are you on your spiritual journey?"Critical insight: Don't say "give us your info and we'll call you in two weeks." That's like a car salesman asking a ready buyer to come back later.After 4-6 week groups, offer clear next steps: ongoing discipleship groups, mission trips, or service opportunities. Men's ministry becomes the track to populate existing church ministries, not a parallel organization.Addressing Real Pressures: The Broken Boy Reality8 out of 10 men grew up in dysfunctional homes.Churches must disciple men both into their future and out of their past.Practical ResourcesFree workbook: patrickmorley.com/actionplan - 28-day self-administered plan for healing childhood wounds 12  Small groups specifically for addictions, divorce recovery, and trauma  Vetted counselor referrals for issues beyond pastoral scope 1213Pastor vulnerability matters: Share your own brokenness. "If God didn't use flawed men, He wouldn't have any to work with."Clarity Drives EngagementEvery men's ministry needs three communication tools:Internal purpose statement: "Give every man a credible offer of Jesus and resources to grow"  Public slogan: "Bethel Men—Building men for stronger families and stronger community" 14  Elevator pitch: Simple, repeatable explanation any leader can shareMen respond to aspirational vision—becoming fully alive, making life count, having great relationships.Reaching Younger Men: What's Working NowCOVID Impact on Young LeadersMorley's Bible study lost all leaders under 40 post-COVID (38% of leadership team). Young men at their tables also disappeared. "Like attracts like" principle in action.Current Effective StrategiesOne-on-one engagement is working best:Personal coffee invitationsAsk questions like a first date: family background, spiritual journey, work, aspirations  No judgment, genuine curiosity  Assign 4-5 men in church to each meet one younger man in 60 days, then share storiesOther proven approaches in Georgia:Service projects (wheelchair ramps, hurricane relief) for men not yet church-engagedFather-child activities (fishing trips)  Men's gatherings for worship and equipping (150 men in South Georgia woods)  Skill-building programs (oil changes, tire repair) paired with intentional mentoringDon't Change the Gospel—Change the MethodsFrancis Schaeffer (1968): "Each generation has the responsibility of communicating the gospel in understandable terms, considering the language and thought forms of that setting."Critical mistake: "We must stop trying to win young people to our way of thinking. Keep the gospel as it is but engage them and understand their way of thinking."Shifting from Recipients to ResponsibleThe 12-Person Church ProblemMorley observed same pastor, same 12 people, same 60 empty seats—one year apart. Everyone loved God and wanted growth but lacked intentionality.Reframe Your ExpectationsIf 12 people serve and one new person responds to a serve message, that's 8% ROI in one week. Celebrate incremental growth instead of being disappointed.Critical mindset: If someone's not doing ministry, they probably are the ministry—they need to be ministered to first.Georgia Baptist Men's Ministry InitiativesScott Sullivan is launching:Digital men's ministry cohorts transitioning to regional in-person gatherings12-month planning template for churches—most requested resource addressing the "what do we do between events?" problem 27Stronger Together conference (August 22, 2026, Warner Robins) with Morley keynotingPatrick Morley's Greatest Lesson"There is a God we want. And there is a God who is. They are not the same God. The turning point of our lives is when we stop seeking the God we want and start seeking the God who is."To pastors and leaders: "Jesus wants you to know: I see you. I know what you're going through. I love you unconditionally, and I will always be with you."Action ItemsScott Sullivan: Promote Warner Robins conference (August 22, 2026) to Georgia churches  Scott Sullivan: Launch digital men's ministry cohorts, transition to regional in-person format  Church leaders: Download free "Broken Boy to Mended Man Action Plan" at patrickmorley.com/actionplan  Men's ministry leaders: Implement at-event small group formation using 72% proven model  Pastors: Recruit 4-5 men to each meet one younger man for coffee in next 60 days, share stories afterwardTo find out more about men's ministry leader cohorts, reach out to lmelton@gabaptist.org  For a copy of the 12-month Men's Ministry Plan, email ssullivan@gabaptist.org

It's a fun show this week on BEHIND THE LENS thanks to director ALICIA MacDONALD talking about her new film opening on Friday, FINDING EMILY, and writer/director CASPER KELLY discussing his new film BUDDY, which also opens in theatres this Friday! First up, we're going to Manchester, England with FINDING EMILY. Directed by Alicia MacDonald and written by Rachel Hirons, FINDING EMILY is the story of a lovesick musician named Owen who is given the wrong number for his dream girl, "Emily", which leads him to team up with a driven psychology student from the United States, Emily Raine, to find her. Together, they spark a hilarious campus-wide frenzy that tests their own hearts and ambitions along the way. Side note for all of you – there are 40,000 students at the University. 318 are named Emily… plus some non-students also named Emily. And Owen's ideas for finding "the right Emily" bring on all sorts of hilarity and heart. Shifting gears, get ready for a fun-filled look into the world of BUDDY courtesy of writer/director CASPER KELLY. I had so much fun watching this film and speaking with Casper about it. BUDDY is very cool. Fresh. Original. A novel idea! So, who is BUDDY? Well, BUDDY is a bright orange unicorn and star of the fictional classic childrens' television show who brought joy and life lessons into your living room. And Casper takes us inside the world of "It's Buddy!" where we meet a group of children who spend their days singing, dancing, and helping Buddy spread happiness, while learning important life lessons. But what happens when one child refuses to play along, displeasing and angering Buddy? http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

AP correspondent Julie Walker reports a fast-moving wildfire amid shifting winds threatens Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate.

Mark the summer of 2026 as the moment when an unlikely supermajority of Americans came together on one issue: their opposition to data centers. This new, big, messy coalition spans the political spectrum and is rooted in a fear that the sociopaths of Silicon Valley will determine the future of our lives, our communities, and our economic prospects. And (most) politicians have noticed which way the wind is blowing. Plus: Carbon emissions are getting better but the planet is still getting warmer, the coming El Niño may be the strongest ever, and ICE arrests are dramatically up because Stephen Miller is siccing agents on immigrants who are following the rules.The New York Times' David Wallace-Wells joins Tim Miller.show notes: David's recent newsletter on keeping the world safe from AI David on Trump's deportation machine ramping up Derek Thompson's recent "Plain English" pod on AI that Tim referenced Bulwark LIVE: GOOD FIGHT TOUR with Tim, Sarah, Sam and JVL is coming to the Southeast in October. Tickets go on sale August 21. Bulwark+ members get early access via our presale NOW. Head to TheBulwark.com/Events for details and to get your tickets.

The New Yorker contributing writer Jon Allsop joins Tyler Foggatt to discuss the shifting meaning of the word “moderate” in the 2026 election season. They talk about recent primary results in Michigan and Wisconsin, and what the contests reveal about Democratic voters' appetite for establishment candidates versus the Party's progressive insurgency. They also explore how labels like “moderate” and “centrist” map onto mainstream American opinion on issues such as ICE, U.S. support for Israel, and universal health care, as well as how the progressive wing might adjust its messaging ahead of the midterms—and what the outcome could mean for the Party's direction as it looks toward the 2028 Presidential race. This week's reading: “What Does It Even Mean to Be a Moderate?,” by Jon Allsop “Donald Trump Is Still Trying to Make It Harder to Vote,” by Amy Davidson Sorkin “How Far Will the Trump Administration Go to Deport Mahmoud Khalil?,” by Andrew Marantz “Nayib Bukele's Content Machine Is Reshaping Latin America,” by Daniel Castro “How Trump Is Trying to Weaken Migrant Children's Legal Defense,” by Ruth Marcus The Political Scene draws on the reporting and analysis found in The New Yorker for lively conversations about the big questions in American politics. Join the magazine's writers and editors as they put into context the latest news—about elections, the economy, the White House, the Supreme Court, and much more. New episodes are available three times a week.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Let's talk about South Korea shifting because of Trump's weakness....