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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/

Send us Fan MailIn August 1874, Colonel Nelson Miles launched an expedition from Fort Dodge into the Texas Panhandle to force hostile tribes onto reservations during the Red River War. His force—comprising eight cavalry companies, four infantry companies, and 37 scouts, including notable figures Bat Masterson and Billy Dixon—moved south across the Arkansas River. An advance detachment led by Lieutenant Frank Baldwin split off to scout toward Adobe Walls, where the scouts quickly engaged in sharp skirmishes with Native warriors, drove off an attack on a party of buffalo hunters, and tracked hostile trails deeper into the Canadian River country.The campaign escalated on August 30 when Baldwin's scouts were ambushed by hundreds of warriors entrenched along steep bluffs. Miles soon brought up the main column, deploying Gatling guns, artillery, and coordinated cavalry charges led by officers like Captain Adna Chaffee and Captain Tullius Tupper to dislodge the warriors from the heights. After a grueling 20-mile pursuit across the arid Staked Plains in punishing heat, Miles bivouacked his exhausted troops to await supplies, leaving Captain Wyllys Lyman's supply train wagon guard surrounded by Comanche forces near the Washita River.Continue the journey of The German Sisters: A Story of Survival with exclusive bonus chapters, in-depth historical profiles, and special companion podcast transcripts. Grab your copy online today at https://books.by/michael-d-king to discover the full frontier saga and directly support the production of future historical storytelling.Support the showIf you'd like to buy one or more of our fully illustrated dime novel publications, you can click the link I've included. 

Send us Fan MailNext Level is almost here, and we are officially in conference prep mode.In this episode of The Riley Black Project, John and Crystal go live in the Riley Black Project Community to talk all things Next Level Maker Conference, booth prep, content creation, networking, health updates, and how we're trying to stay consistent even when life keeps getting chaotic.We talk about what we're bringing to Next Level, including Keychain Thingies, UV DTF stickers, portable fans, jewelry samples, and a shared booth setup with Katy from Monarch Pine. Crystal also shares why this year is a little different, how she's scaling back to protect her sanity, and why we're choosing a more fun meetup/game night instead of a formal live podcast recording.We also get into why conferences like Next Level are such a huge opportunity for makers, not just for classes and vendors, but for content, networking, collaborations, business ideas, and real friendships that are hard to build online. If you're attending a maker conference, trade show, laser meetup, or creative business event, this episode is packed with real advice on how to get more out of it.Whether you're heading to Next Level, planning for another maker conference, attending a laser event, or trying to turn in-person events into real business opportunities, this episode is your reminder to show up, talk to people, make content, and take care of yourself along the way.

Send us Fan MailOn September 11, 1874, the John German family was journeying westward toward Colorado along the Smoky Hill River route in Kansas when they were violently ambushed by a band of 17 Cheyenne Dog Soldiers led by Medicine Water. In the surprise attack, John German, his wife Lydia, and three of their children—Rebecca Jane, Stephen, and Joanna—were killed and mutilated, while their wagon was set ablaze. Four surviving daughters—Catherine (17), Sophia (12), Julia (7), and Adelaide (5)—were taken captive by the raiding party and forced south into the Texas Panhandle, where the sisters were eventually separated among different Cheyenne bands.Following word of the massacre, General Nelson A. Miles launched a pursuit mission featuring scouts such as Bat Masterson to locate and rescue the abducted girls. On November 8, Lieutenant Frank Baldwin executed an aggressive surprise charge on Chief Gray Beard's winter camp near McClellan Creek, loading infantry into supply wagons to overrun the village. While the warriors fled, soldiers securing the abandoned site discovered young Julia and Adelaide hidden beneath a pile of buffalo robes. The two emaciated and traumatized young girls were successfully recovered, while search efforts continued for their older sisters.Continue the journey of The German Sisters: A Story of Survival with exclusive bonus chapters, in-depth historical profiles, and special companion podcast transcripts. Grab your copy online today at https://books.by/michael-d-king to discover the full frontier saga and directly support the production of future historical storytelling.Support the showIf you'd like to buy one or more of our fully illustrated dime novel publications, you can click the link I've included. 

AI is about to replace bloated SaaS, and most businesses are still only playing with chatbotsSean G Muller says the next wave of AI is not about better prompts or prettier copilots. It is about rebuilding business around context, agents, and what actually creates value - before your software stack becomes the expensive middleman.Mark Smth and Sean unpack why the last six months have been a genuine shift: agentic loops are now good enough to handle real business work, not just experiments. Sean explains how he moved from traditional technical architecture into building full application pipelines, MCP servers, and background agents that review email, track social signals, draft responses, and keep business moving without adding more human overhead.You'll discover why context is the missing ingredient in almost every failed AI project, how Sean uses a simple meal-planning example to explain it, and why companies that scatter knowledge across laptops, SharePoint, Google Cloud, and people's heads are sitting on hidden risk. Sean also breaks down the difference between AI as a feature and AI as a business transformation engine, including the mistake many firms make when they bolt chat onto old workflows and call it progress.We also get into the coming SaaS pocalypse - the idea that tools like HubSpot, Salesforce, Xero, Slack, and Atlassian may face a serious reckoning as businesses realize they can build leaner, custom, agent-first systems for less than the cost of endless licenses and modules. Sean shares how he built a headless, agent-driven CRM and why he thinks greenfield builds will replace expensive transformation projects much sooner than most executives expect. This conversation matters if you lead a business, run operations, own a small or mid-sized company, or simply suspect your current software is forcing you to work the wrong way. If you want to understand where AI is actually delivering leverage right now - and how to avoid wasting money on shallow pilots - this episode is essential listening.Mark Smth hosts the conversation and brings the enterprise and product lens, pushing Sean to get specific about what success looks like for real businesses in New Zealand.Sean G Muller is an AI and enterprise architecture specialist based in New Zealand, known for helping organizations build practical AI systems, implement agentic workflows, and rethink business process from the ground up.Resources1. The Cuckoo's Egg: Tracking a Spy Through the Maze of Computer Espionage - https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/0385249462?ref_=mr_referred_us_au_nz2. Gemini: A Family of Highly Capable Multimodal Models — 2312.11805.pdf ⁠https://arxiv.org/abs/2312.118053. On the Measure of Intelligence — 1911.01547.pdf - https://arxiv.org/pdf/1911.01547Support the showIf you want to get in touch with me, you can message me here on Linkedin.Thanks for listening

Your mind can be loud, your body can be tense, and you can still be held by God. Slow down with this guided energy meditation that moves through the seven main chakra points from root to crown, using breath, simple affirmations, and nature-rich imagery to help you settle into God's love and care. If you've been craving calm that feels grounded and real, find a place to relax and hit play. You will feel more connected to yourself and your Creator after this time of relaxation.Send us a text!Support the showIf you enjoy the benefits of Exploring Peace Meditations:Check out Whitney's books: With God in Every Breath, Holy Listening with Breath, Body, and the Spirit and Fully Human, Fully DivineConnect with others who support the podcast at ExploringPeace.com/community Follow our host @WhitneyRSimpson and @ExploringPeaceMeditations Review the podcast, then share, like & listen! Since you always ask, here are some of Whitney's favorite yoga props. If you shop on Amazon, clicking through to our affiliate shop helps support these meditations. So, thanks!

We're back, familia. ☕✨Does this time of year feel a little like back-to-school season for adults?The calendars start filling up. Routines come back. We pull out those goals we made months ago and suddenly realize there is still time to decide how we want to finish the year.After our summer break, we are back at the cafecito table talking about something we both needed too: getting back into a rhythm without running ourselves into the ground.Because resetting is not just about doing more.It's asking yourself:¿Qué necesito cambiar?¿Qué quiero priorizar?¿Dónde necesito más balance?We talk about revisiting your goals, setting boundaries, protecting time to eat and hydrate, making space for rest, holding yourself accountable, and remembering that you cannot pour from an empty cup.And if your goals look a little different than they did at the beginning of the year, that's okay. Reassess. Reprioritize. Give yourself some grace.Then keep moving forward con propósito, paciencia y comunidad.

In this reincarnated episode of Haunted AF Rebekah and Julie hear about unidentified flying terrors in Charlotte NC and a haunted radio that simply wouldn't shut up. Actor/comedian David Park talks about a girlfriend who traveled with poltergeists and news legend Gloria Campos tells of a special message sent from beyond. Remember to send your ghost stories to hauntedafpodcast@gmail.com, so they can be shared on the show. Include your number in case Rebekah & Julie want to talk to you on an upcoming Haunted AF podcast!  Support the showIf you have a scary story to share with the show, please send it to hauntedafpodcast@gmail.com. We love written stories but audio and/or video is our favorite!

Send us Fan MailArriving at the sprawling Cheyenne encampment amidst the horrors of their family's murder, Catherine and Sophia are immediately torn apart to endure harsh captivity in separate lodges. While twelve-year-old Sophia faces grueling physical labor in Grey Beard's camp—bearing heavy burdens in absolute, defiant silence—Catherine is subjected to the cruelty of her captor's wife, Wasita. Catherine quickly adapts by mastering the Cheyenne language, expertly working hides, and ultimately securing wary respect from the tribe after violently repelling an attempted assault with feral defiance.As winter deepens and General Miles's cavalry columns advance across the plains, the pressure forces the Cheyenne to flee into the rugged refuge of Cedar Tree Canyon. Recognizing that the relentless soldiers are hunting specifically for the captive girls, Chief Stone Calf intervenes against the more militant leaders. Seeing that the prisoners have transformed from trophies of war into a dangerous liability that threatens the survival of his entire people, Stone Calf firmly resolves that the time has come to pursue peace.Continue the journey of The German Sisters: A Story of Survival with exclusive bonus chapters, in-depth historical profiles, and special companion podcast transcripts. Grab your copy online today at https://books.by/michael-d-king to discover the full frontier saga and directly support the production of future historical storytelling.Support the showIf you'd like to buy one or more of our fully illustrated dime novel publications, you can click the link I've included. 

Send us Fan MailThis podcast episode explores the September 11, 1874 German family ambush near Fort Wallace, Kansas, during the Red River War, told from the perspective of guest Scott, the great-grandson of survivor Julia German. After years of post–Civil War poverty and arduous travel from Georgia in search of a better life in Colorado, the German family was attacked by a band of Cheyenne Dog Soldiers led by Medicine Water and Mochi. The parents and three older children were killed, while the four youngest daughters—Catherine (17), Sophia (12), Julia (7), and Adelaide (5)—were taken captive. The two youngest girls, Julia and Adelaide, were soon abandoned on the harsh Texas plains, surviving alone for nearly six weeks on wild berries, roots, and scavenged military rations before Cheyenne searchers recovered them on the chief's orders ahead of U.S. Army advances.Meanwhile, the older sisters, Catherine and Sophia, endured five months of arduous captivity, forced labor, and severe trauma within Cheyenne encampments during a brutal winter before their eventual release. Catherine coped by sewing clothing, learning portions of the Cheyenne language, and navigating a complex dynamic of protection and abuse from her captors. Throughout the discussion, Scott stresses the importance of approaching frontier history with empathy and a balanced perspective, acknowledging both the horrific suffering endured by the captive sisters and the preceding cycles of trauma, displacement, and violence experienced by Indigenous tribes during the Indian Wars.Continue the journey of The German Sisters: A Story of Survival with exclusive bonus chapters, in-depth historical profiles, and special companion podcast transcripts. Grab your copy online today at https://books.by/michael-d-king to discover the full frontier saga and directly support the production of future historical storytelling.Support the showIf you'd like to buy one or more of our fully illustrated dime novel publications, you can click the link I've included. 

Welcome to Awakening Aphrodite — the podcast that helps you reconnect with your feminine energy, reclaim your vitality, and live in harmony with your body, mind, and spirit. In each episode, holistic health expert Amy Fournier shares inspiring conversations with expert guests, blending ancient wisdom and modern science to offer practical tools that help you thrive in today's fast-paced world.Featured Guest: Ariella DalyAriella Daly is a dreamworker, teacher, bee guardian, and founder of Honey Bee Wild — a school dedicated to dreamwork, beekeeping, sacred feminine traditions, mythic studies, and the oracular arts. A Cornell Certified Master Beekeeper, her work draws on the ancient Melissae — the bee priestesses of the Greek world — who served at oracular temples and carried the feminine mysteries of Artemis, Demeter, and the Delphic Oracle. She brings these traditions forward as living practice through women's retreats, dream incubation, sacred beekeeping, and oracular arts.In this episode, Amy and Ariella explore the magical, mystical world of bees — their ancient history, sacred symbolism, and profound healing properties. They cover the medicine of honey and bee venom, the genius of the hexagon, the hive as a model of divine community, bees as soul bearers and messengers between worlds, and their deep connection to goddesses like Artemis, Demeter, and Aphrodite.Products Mentioned in This Episode:Core Harmonizer: https://amyfournier.com/recommended-products/Shop all of Amy's curated favorite products (with discounts!): https://amyfournier.com/recommended-products/If you enjoyed this episode be sure to check out:279. ⁠Beautiful, Powerful and Unapologetic! Learning From Ancient History and Goddess Artemis with Dr. Carla Ionescu⁠176. ⁠Fast Friday: Messages from the Divine Feminine Oracle of Sekhmet, the Red Woman and Diana, Goddess of the Wilderness, Part III⁠87. ⁠Feeling Love, Connection and Guidance Through Animals, Spirit Guides and Nature with Ted Andrews, Part I⁠78. ⁠Connecting With Nature: A Discussion on Animal Speak by Ted Andrews⁠ Audio Timestamps:00:00:00 Intro00:13:00 How Bees Chose Ariella 00:22:00 First Encounter with Bees 00:32:00 Bees, Miscarriage & Healing 00:42:00 Ancient History of Bees 00:52:00 Honey as Medicine 01:02:00 Hive Structure & the Queen01:10:00 The Hexagon & Sacred Geometry 01:18:00 Bees as Soul Bearers01:22:48 ClosingStay Connected & Support the ShowIf this episode inspired or helped you, it would mean the world to us if you would leave a 5-star rating and review — it really helps us and thank you!Join Amy's Email List for holistic health tips, updates & exclusive content: https://amyfournier.com/contact/Be the first to hear when Amy's upcoming online course & community, Goddess Rising: Thriving In The 4 Stages of Womanhood is open for applications: https://amyfournier.com/contact/Connect With AmyWebsite: https://amyfournier.comYouTube: Awakening Aphrodite Podcast / FitAmyTV Instagram: @fitamytvFacebook: Amy Fournier Email: amy@amyfournier.comGuest Resources (Books, Links, etc.)Ariella Daly's Website: honeybeewild.com Instagram: @beekeepinginskirts7Email: ariella@honeybeewild.com

Send us Fan MailIn this  episode,, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being a bundle of Memoirs. Memoirs are one of our favorite types of non fiction and we are bringing you some good and unexpected ones today!  Join us to dig a little deeper into this genre.Featured Books:Hello, Molly! A Memoir by Molly Shannon (LH)Actress of a Certain Age: My Twenty-year Trail to Overnight Success by Jeff Hiller (LH)Oh Brother: A Graphic Memoir by Georgina Chadderton (LP)Confessions of a Prairie Bitch: How I Survived Nellie Oleson and Learned to Love Being Hated by Alison Arngrim (LP)Book in Hand:The Lost Daughter of Sparta by Felicia Day (LH)Books Mentioned in This Episode:You're Never Weird on the Internet by Felicia DayThe Guild Series by Felicia DayAdditional Books That Go Along with Our Stack:The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan DidionKook by Peter HellerThe Glass Castle by Jeannette WallsThe Distance Between Us by Reyna GrandeThe Guild series by Felicia DayYou're Never Weird on the Internet (Almost) by Felicia DayWays to contact us:Join us on Patreon for extra content: https://www.patreon.com/c/BookBumblePodcastFollow us on Instagram - @thebookbumbleFacebook:  Book BumbleOur website:  https://thebookbumble.buzzsprout.comEmail:  bookbumblepodcast@gmail.comSupport the showIf you like our podcast please help us: Rate and review us, subscribe, follow us on Insta, and join our Team Patreon!  It won't be the same without you!

Send us Fan MailLieutenant Frank D. Baldwin led a ferocious, five-hour cavalry and infantry assault against a Cheyenne camp at McClellan Creek, sending the encampment into chaos as warriors mounted a desperate rearguard defense. Amid the gunfire and smoke, soldiers shot a warrior just before he could kill seven-year-old captive Julia German, discovering her hiding beneath a buffalo robe while her five-year-old sister, Adelaide, was found unharmed in a nearby dry wash. Hardened troopers were moved to tears by the young sisters' emaciated, bruised state and bloodied feet, immediately wrapping the girls in heavy overcoats, feeding them rations, and placing them in the care of field surgeon Dr. Junius L. Powell.Dr. Powell escorted the rescued sisters north across the frontier—traveling by ambulance to Camp Supply, where officers' wives nursed their wounds, and onward by train via Fort Dodge to Fort Leavenworth. Arriving at the headquarters of General John Pope on December 1, 1874, the girls finally reached safety, only to have the tragic fate of their family confirmed. General Pope revealed that infantrymen had discovered the burned remnants of the German family wagon along the Smoky Hill River, finding the bodies of their parents and siblings alongside an untouched family Bible that identified their kin and brought a somber close to their plains ordeal.Support the showIf you'd like to buy one or more of our fully illustrated dime novel publications, you can click the link I've included. 

Send us Fan MailIn late September 1874, as General Miles's cavalry closes in, a fleeing Cheyenne raiding party abruptly abandons young Julia and Adelaide German in the high grass of the Texas Panhandle, forcing their older sisters to ride on and assume they are dead. Driven by sheer survival instinct, seven-year-old Julia leads five-year-old Adelaide along wagon ruts to a deserted army camp on McClellan Creek. For nearly three weeks, the two girls endure freezing nights burrowed in leaves, scavenge on discarded hardtack, wild onions, and hackberries, and comfort each other as prowling wolf packs circle their makeshift shelter.Their solitary ordeal ends on November 7 when Grey Beard's fleeing Cheyenne band arrives at the creek, and women scoop up the emaciated, sore-covered children. That evening, their captive older sister Sophia spots them alive in the camp, though she is violently shoved away into the shadows before they can reunite. The following dawn, the village is plunged into total chaos as Miles's blue-coated cavalry charges down from the ridge, storming the camp in a haze of gunfire and drawn sabers. If you'd like to add a physical or digital copy to your library, you can purchase the book online at books. by using the link provided in the description of this episode. Check out my new bookstore at https://books.by/michael-d-king. Explore the shop and pick up your next page-turner: https://books.by/michael-d-kingSupport the showIf you'd like to buy one or more of our fully illustrated dime novel publications, you can click the link I've included. 

384 – How often do you think of and say Jesus is Lord?One of the hallmarks of the way Christians refer to Jesus is to say Jesus is Lord. Sometimes referring to Jesus as their Lord is an open window on the deep sincerity of their devotion to Jesus and commitment to follow him at all costs.But  all too often, there are times when some Christians refer to Jesus as Lord, almost too casually, sort of like it's just part of his name or title, without the reverence or depth of loyalty and commitment to Jesus that word “Lord” implies.In this week's episode:What does it actually mean when you say Jesus is Lord? What kind of relationship with and commitment to Christ does it imply?What does it require of you? And what does Christ provide you in return?∞∞∞∞∞∞∞SHOW NOTES: For a full transcript and all the Bible quotes, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/384Text me your questions or comments.Support the showIf you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify__________________James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshop for your church or organization (online and in person)Subscribe to the podcast  (and get your copy of Praying with the Mindset of Jesus)       Make a donation to support the showSchedule a free one hour coaching call to see if the Jesus Mindset Coaching program is a good fit for youContact James here

Send us Fan MailWelcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!This week, Lauren and Alice tackle one of the biggest frustrations in dog training: why does your dog seem to listen perfectly at home, then forget everything the moment you step outside? If you've ever wondered why a brilliant behaviour in your living room completely disappears on a walk - and how to bridge that gap - this episode is for you.Together, they explore why dogs don't automatically transfer skills from one environment to another, and why expecting them to do so can leave both ends of the lead feeling frustrated. You'll discover why training for the situation is so much more effective than trying to train in the situation, and how building the right foundations before heading into busy environments can completely change the outcome.Lauren and Alice also share the practical progression they use to help dogs succeed in the real world. From your living room and garden to quiet public spaces, secure fields, industrial estates and even car parks, they explain how carefully choosing your training environments gives your dog the chance to practise the right behaviours before distractions become overwhelming. You'll hear why these often-overlooked locations can be some of the very best places to build loose lead walking, engagement and confidence.Along the way, they discuss why taking a short break from traditional walks can sometimes be the kindest thing you can do, how to prevent unwanted rehearsal before it becomes a habit, and why setting your dog up to succeed is one of the fastest ways to build skills that genuinely stick. Whether you're raising a puppy, living with a reactive dog or simply dreaming of calmer, more connected walks, this episode is packed with practical ideas you can start using straight away.Ready to take those brilliant skills from your living room out into the real world? We'd love you to join us for our FREE Stress Free Walks Masterclass, where we'll show you exactly how to bridge that gap, build confidence in real-life environments, and set your dog up for success on walks.https://absolutedogs.me/stressfreewalksmasterclassSupport the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

Send us Fan MailThere is a moment in your career when you may still be showing up to meetings, answering emails, and doing your job, but something inside you has already shifted.You have not resigned yet. You may not even be actively job searching. But you have stopped believing there is a real future for you where you are.I call that moment “crossing the bridge.”In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, I'm talking about what happens when a mid-career professional emotionally detaches from their job long before they turn in their notice. If you are feeling disengaged, overlooked, stalled, or uncertain about whether to stay or leave, this episode will help you slow down, get honest, and make a more intentional career decision.I share a story from my own leadership experience when a simple set of one-on-one questions revealed something I could not ignore. People on my team were already planning their exits. Within a few months, nine out of ten of them had moved on. That experience taught me a powerful lesson about employee disengagement, leadership, retention, and what people need before they decide there is no future left for them inside an organization.Crossing the bridge is not the same as having a bad day, feeling frustrated, or being disappointed by one decision. It is deeper than that. It is the point where hope starts to disappear.For many mid-career professionals, that happens after repeated missed promotion opportunities, unclear feedback, broken trust, leadership changes, stalled growth, or a growing disconnect between where the organization is headed and what they want for their career.If you have been wondering whether it is time to leave your job, this episode will help you examine what is really going on before you make your next move. I walk you through practical career coaching prompts to help you clarify what you need, advocate for yourself, explore internal opportunities, and decide whether your next chapter can happen where you are or somewhere else.I also flip the lens to leadership development and employee retention. If you are a manager or senior leader, this episode will help you notice the warning signs before a resignation lands in your inbox. Great employees rarely leave in one moment. They often leave in stages. By the time they resign, they may have been emotionally gone for months.And when someone has truly crossed the bridge, more money or a counteroffer may not solve the real problem. Sometimes the most effective leadership move is not convincing them to stay. It is helping them finish strong, transfer knowledge, leave with dignity, and preserve the relationship.In This Episode, You'll Learn:• What “crossing the bridge” means in your career• Why people often leave emotionally before they resign officially• A real leadership story about one-on-ones that revealed who was preparing to leave• The warning signs of disengagement, emotional detachment, and lost hope at work• Why frustration alone does not always make someone leave• What changes when a mid-career professional stops believing there is a future where they are• How stalled growth, missed promotions, broken trust, and leadership changes affect retention• Questions to ask yourself before deciding to resign• How to communicate what you need before you decide to leave• Why internal career options should be explored before jumping too quickly• What managers should notice before a resignation happens• Why counteroffers often fail when money is not the real issue• How strong leaders help employees finish well and exit with dignityCareer Coaching Questions to Ask YourselfIf you are wondering whether you have crossed the bridge in your current job, start by asking yourself:• Do I still believe there is a future for me in this organization?• Have I clearly communicated what I want next in my career?• Have I advocated for the promotion, opportunity, visibility, or leadership role I want?• Am I reacting to a frustrating moment, or am I responding to a repeated pattern?• What would need to change for me to feel re-engaged?• Have I explored internal opportunities before assuming I need to leave?• Am I staying because I want to be here, or because I am afraid to make a move?These questions matter because career clarity does not come from panic. It comes from telling yourself the truth and making a strategic decision from there.For Leaders and ManagersIf you lead a team, this episode is also an invitation to pay closer attention.Your best people may not always tell you they are disengaged. They may keep performing. They may stay professional. They may continue delivering results. But underneath the surface, they may already be deciding whether they still have a future with you.Strong leaders notice the shift before the resignation. They ask better questions. They listen for what is not being said. They create space for honest career conversations before it is too late.And when a valued employee decides their next opportunity is not available inside the organization, strong leaders help them leave well. That means helping them finish strong, transfer knowledge, preserve relationships, and exit with dignity.Retention is not only about keeping people. It is also about leading them well, even when their next chapter is somewhere else.Why This Matters for Mid-Career ProfessionalsAt mid-career, your decisions carry more weight. You are not just looking for any next job. You are looking for a role, organization, and career path that align with who you are now and where you want to go next.If you are feeling stuck, overlooked, or disconnected from your work, this episode will help you determine whether you are dealing with a temporary frustration or a deeper career signal.You deserve to make your next move with clarity, not resentment. You deserve to know whether there is still room for you to grow where you are or whether it is time to build your next chapter somewhere else.Listen to This Episode If You Are:• Thinking about leaving your job but unsure whether it is the right move• Feeling disengaged, overlooked, or emotionally detached at work• Wondering whether you still have growth potential in your current organization• Struggling after being passed over for a promotion or leadership opportunity• Trying to decide whether to stay, transfer internally, or start a job search• Leading a team and wanting to improve retention and employee engagement• Managing someone who may be preparing for their next career move• Looking for career clarity, leadership growth, and a more intentional next stepIf this episode made you realize you may have already crossed the bridge in your current role, do not rush your next move. Get clear first.Take time to identify what you want, what you need, what you have already asked for, and whether your next opportunity can happen where you are or somewhere else.And if you are ready to get more strategic about your next career move, I invite you to connect with me and explore how coaching can help you build your Mid-Career GPS with more clarity, confidence, and direction.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/

Send us Fan MailFollowing the violent destruction of their family's homestead in Kansas, the German sisters—Catherine, Sophia, Julia, and Adelaide—are taken captive by a Cheyenne raiding party and driven relentlessly south. Traveling primarily under the cover of night to evade the pursuing U.S. Cavalry, the band endures severe plains rainstorms and survives on meager rations. Along the way, the raiders strike a Santa Fe trading store near Pierceville, staying well ahead of responding infantry as they press deeper into the wilderness. Throughout the grueling initial days, Catherine acts as a pillar of resolve for her younger sisters, urging them to endure the trauma, harsh elements, and unfamiliar food.The dynamic of their captivity fundamentally shifts at the turbulent Arkansas River crossing, where Catherine silences the captors' mockery by courageously wading through the dangerous current on her own, earning their grudging respect as someone with an "iron heart." Over the ensuing weeks, the war party covers more than two hundred miles through rugged canyons and mesas into the Texas Panhandle. By late September, the band establishes camp along McClellan Creek near the shadows of the Staked Plains, where the exhausted captives are left in cold isolation to confront their precarious and uncertain future.If you'd like to add a physical or digital copy to your library, you can purchase the book online at books. by using the link provided in the description of this episode. Check out my new bookstore at https://books.by/michael-d-king. Explore the shop and pick up your next page-turner: https://books.by/michael-d-kingSupport the showIf you'd like to buy one or more of our fully illustrated dime novel publications, you can click the link I've included. 

Send us Fan MailWe're finally back!After a short break, The Riley Black Project returns with a guest who has been dodging us for years: Kristen Thompson of Kristen Thompson Designs.Kristen joins John and Crystal to talk about her journey from corporate work at Lowe's, to Cricut crafts, Etsy digital designs, sublimation tumblers, laser engraving, full wrap tumbler designs, Photoshop mockups, and building a creative business around the products and designs she actually loves making.We get into the real maker-business stuff too: trying new things, getting over the fear of being on camera, learning full wrap tumblers, selling digital laser files, testing designs, using mockups, making finished products, and why entrepreneurship feels amazing and exhausting at the same time.Kristen also shares how she built her Etsy design shop, why she still loves the analytical side of business, and how selling designs to other makers doesn't take away from her finished product business. It can actually help more people bring beautiful cups to life in their own way.Whether you're a laser owner, tumbler maker, Etsy seller, digital designer, creative entrepreneur, or maker trying to figure out what direction to go next, this episode is packed with laughs, business lessons, and real-world maker experience.FB: The KTD Collection - Lasered By KTDIG: @kthompdesignsTikTok: @LaseredByKTDEtsy: kthomplaserdesigns.etsy.comWebsite: KristenThompsonDesigns.comYouTube: @ShesTheReasonIHaveALaserSupport the showIf you enjoy our content, consider supporting us on Patreon!! You can check out the tier options and perks here: https://www.patreon.com/TheRileyBlackProjectCheck out my Linktree for my social media links & all the different things I have to offer! https://linktr.ee/RileyBlack

Send us Fan MailOn the cold, frosty morning of September 11, 1874, the German family's journey across the windswept flats of Logan County, Kansas, was violently cut short. As John and Lydia led their canvas-topped wagon toward Fort Wallace alongside their older children, a raiding party of seventeen Cheyenne warriors from Grey Beard's band suddenly descended upon them from a nearby ravine. The attack unfolded with brutal speed, leaving John, Lydia, Stephen, Jane, and Joanna dead and scalped in the trampled grass within twenty bloody minutes.Amidst the chaos and destruction, the remaining four young sisters—Catherine, Sophia, Julia, and Adelaide—were taken captive by the raiders, with Catherine and several others suffering severe injuries during the onslaught. Spared from execution by the intervention of a Cheyenne woman who claimed little Adelaide as her own, the surviving children were dragged into a harrowing captivity. The raiders vanished southward into the hills, leaving behind a plundered landscape and a burning wagon that cast a dark scar across the Kansas prairie.If you'd like to add a physical or digital copy to your library, you can purchase the book online at books. by using the link provided in the description of this episode. Check out my new bookstore at https://books.by/michael-d-king. Explore the shop and pick up your next page-turner: https://books.by/michael-d-kingSupport the showIf you'd like to buy one or more of our fully illustrated dime novel publications, you can click the link I've included. 

Send us Fan MailOn a sweltering September afternoon in 1874, the exhausted German family trudges along the abandoned Smoky Hill stage road in western Kansas, their livestock near collapse and water rations nearly depleted. Relief arrives when two passing buffalo hunters inform patriarch John German that Fort Wallace is merely thirty-five miles away, promising safety, supplies, and shelter within a day and a half. Although the hunters offer a fleeting warning about keeping low fires due to rogue Native American parties roaming the plains, the prospect of reaching the garrison revitalizes the weary family with newfound hope.Heartened by the news, the family makes camp early in a secluded dry creek bed sheltered beneath a low ridge. As the evening chill sets in, they settle into a harmonious routine—John unearths fresh water from the sandy creek bed, Stephen milks the cow, and the sisters gather buffalo chips so Sophia can cook a warm cornmeal supper. Gathering around the flickering campfire, the family shares a rare, tender moment of optimism about the comforts awaiting them at the fort, completely unaware of the silent, predatory shadows gathering along the darkened rim of the ravine above.If you'd like to add a physical or digital copy to your library, you can purchase the book online at books. by using the link provided in the description of this episode. Check out my new bookstore at https://books.by/michael-d-king. Explore the shop and pick up your next page-turner: https://books.by/michael-d-kingSupport the showIf you'd like to buy one or more of our fully illustrated dime novel publications, you can click the link I've included. 

Have you wondered what it is like to be a military kid or spouse having to move all the time? Ever wondered how someone finds a sense of normalcy in the constant upheaval? Our guest this week has been through that all her life and has some great perspectives on the matter.Follow Jen on Instagram - @mamagreenfieldHere's the link to the acoustic Take On Me by A-Ha Support the showIf you'd like to support this podcast, you can buy me a coffee HERE. Check out the "Keep the Darkness at Bay" Journal & T's Here I'd also appreciate it if you left a 5 star rating and review for the podcast on whichever platform you listen on. Thank You!Special Thanks To:@jasonthe29th - Logo Design@jacobjohnsontunes - Theme MusicPod Decks - Fast 5 QuestionsDISCLAIMER: Some of the links here are affiliate links, which means I will make a small commission if you click them and make a qualifying purchase, at no extra cost to you :)*I hereby solemnly swear to only promote products and services I actually love and use in my podcast and everyday life!

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being on the lighter side. These are the books you read when you want things to work out and some light entertainment. We loved these ones and we know you will too!Featured Books:Keeper of Enchanted Rooms by Charlie N. Holmberg (LH)Murder Mindfully by Karsten Dusse (LH)A Murder at Marylebone by Emily Sullivan (LP)The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna (LP)Books Mentioned in This Episode:A Witch's Guide to Magical Innkeeping by Sangu MandannaA Death On Corfu by Emily SullivanMy Inner Child Wants to Murder Mindfully by Karsten DusseHeir of Uncertain Magic by Charlie N. HolmbergThe Shattered King by Charlie N. HolmbergAdditional Books That Go Along with Our Stack:Maisie Dobbs by Jaqueline WinspearTress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon SandersonThe Dead Romantics by Ashley PostonRemarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van PeltQuote from Murder Mindfully:“Everyone is ruled by the same clock; we only differ in how we want to use the time we get. The more you want to get done in any period of time, the more stress you feel. This is called multitasking. Consider what is most important to you and first do only that. This is called single-tasking. Once you are done with that first task, move on to the next important one. You will find that even before you finish, you will no longer feel any pressure - and be left with time to spare.” - Joschka Beritner, Mindfulness for Managers.Ways to contact us:Join us on Patreon for extra content: https://www.patreon.com/c/BookBumblePodcastFollow us on Instagram - @thebookbumbleFacebook:  Book BumbleOur website:  https://thebookbumble.buzzsprout.comEmail:  bookbumblepodcast@gmail.comSupport the showIf you like our podcast please help us: Rate and review us, subscribe, follow us on Insta, and join our Team Patreon!  It won't be the same without you!

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383 – Do you want to see more healing in your life?If you had lived 2,000 years ago, would you have asked Jesus to heal you?Probably so! Unfortunately, since Jesus isn't here personally the way he was back then, some Christians have concluded God doesn't or can't heal the way He did in the Bible.But there's a growing movement within the greater Christian church which is experiencing the healing power of God in their everyday lives.In this week's episode, we're going to answer the question: How can we see more of God's healing in our lives?Why it is always God's will for you to be healedYour motives make all the differenceHumility is a key factor in healingThe power of "running to meet Goliath" when you pray for healingPraying with the sword of the TruthAsk yourself these questionsDo you trust God completely or are you leaning on your own abilities?What do I need to repent of to open the door to healing?What does Christ give you that empowers your prayers to heal?Why are prayer and Bible study important? (That's obvious!)How can gratitude bring healingWhy does the way you live and love matter?What if all your prayers for healing go unanswered, and feel like just a bunch of hollow words?There's a simple remedy for this. Listen now to see what you can do when this happens.∞∞∞∞∞∞∞Previous episodes mentioned:Episode 29: Is it Ever God's Will You Are NOT Healed When You Pray?Episode 98: It Is God's Will for You to Be HealedBlog Post: Running to Meet GoliathEpisode 353: The Blessing of Facing Challenges Head-OnEpisode 23: How to Pray Like Jesus: The Prayer to Rebuke SicknessEpisode 24: Give Gratitude in Advance of a Healing or BlessingSHOW NOTES: For a full transcript and Bible quotes in this episode, go to thebiblespeakstoyou.com/383Text me your questions or comments.Support the showIf you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify__________________James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshop for your church or organization (online and in person)Subscribe to the podcast  (and get your copy of Praying with the Mindset of Jesus)       Make a donation to support the showSchedule a free one hour coaching call to see if the Jesus Mindset Coaching program is a good fit for youContact James here

Send us Fan MailWelcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!This week, Lauren and Karen tackle one of the biggest frustrations dog owners face: why does the whole world seem more exciting than you? If you've ever felt like your dog would rather sniff a hedge, chase a squirrel or investigate a discarded sandwich wrapper than pay you any attention, you're definitely not alone.Together, they explore why the environment is so incredibly rewarding for our dogs. From irresistible smells and moving wildlife to the unpredictability of everyday life, you'll discover why dogs naturally find the world so hard to resist - and why it isn't because they're stubborn, disobedient or "don't care" about you. Lauren explains why trying to compete with a squirrel using a biscuit is rarely a winning strategy, and how building value in your relationship changes everything.Lauren and Karen also dive into the practical ways you can start becoming part of the adventure instead of competing with it. You'll hear why changing direction at the right moment, varying your rewards, using play and sniffing intentionally, and creating opportunities for connection can all make a huge difference when you're out and about. They also discuss why the walk starts long before you ever clip the lead on, how rehearsal shapes future behaviour, and why preventing unwanted habits is often far easier than trying to undo them later.The conversation also takes a thoughtful look at puppies and reactive dogs, exploring why building emotional skills before diving into busy environments can have a lasting impact. Karen shares Rupert's story and reflects on how one difficult experience changed not only her dog, but also the way she felt on every walk afterwards. Together, they discuss why feeling safe matters just as much for the person holding the lead as it does for the dog, and how thoughtful preparation can help both ends of the lead enjoy walking together again.Whether your dog is distracted by squirrels, other dogs, discarded food or simply the excitement of being outdoors, this episode will help you understand what's really going on - and why changing the way you think about walks can be the first step towards changing the walks themselves.Ready to discover the foundations of calmer, happier, more connected walks? We'd love you to join us for our FREE Stress Free Walks Masterclass, where we'll show you the games, strategies and mindset that make that possible.https://absolutedogs.me/stressfreewalksmasterclassSupport the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

Send us Fan MailGetting passed over for a promotion is painful. But getting passed over and then hearing nothing about why can feel even worse.In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, I dig into what happens after an internal promotion rejection when your leader or organization does not give you a clear explanation. For many mid-career professionals, the silence can create anxiety, frustration, and a lot of mental noise. You start filling in the blanks. You question your performance. You wonder if you are not visible enough, not strategic enough, or not seen as ready for the next level.But here is the truth: silence does not always mean failure. It often means your organization does not know how to talk about promotion readiness, leadership potential, and career growth in a clear and helpful way.I talk about the difference between managing someone's performance and developing their career. Your manager may know how to evaluate your current work, but that does not mean they are equipped to help you grow into your next leadership opportunity. When your conversations are only about output, deadlines, and deliverables, your career momentum can quietly stall.If you have been passed over for an internal promotion, this episode will help you stop spiraling and start gathering useful data. I walk you through how to ask for a feedback conversation with confidence, how to listen without getting defensive, and how to recognize patterns over time so you can make a more informed decision about your future.Because in this current job market, career clarity matters. If your leader and organization are not willing to invest in your growth, you have to decide whether they deserve your long-term time, energy, and loyalty.In This Episode, You'll Learn:• Why getting passed over for a promotion hurts more when no one explains the decision• How ambiguity after a promotion rejection creates anxiety and unhelpful stories• Why many leaders avoid career conversations about potential, readiness, and growth• The difference between managing performance and developing a career• How resentment can lower your visibility and cost you influence• How to ask for an intentional feedback conversation with confidence• What to listen for when your leader gives you feedback• Why you should not defend, argue, or re-interview for the role during the conversation• How to look for patterns and use them as career data• How to decide whether your current leader and organization can truly support your growthWhy This Matters for Mid-Career ProfessionalsAt mid-career, doing good work is no longer enough. You need to know how decision makers see your leadership, your readiness, your visibility, and your potential.When you do not get the promotion, the goal is not to immediately assume something is wrong with you. The goal is to get clearer about what happened, what was missing, what was never communicated, and what you can do next.That clarity helps you make better decisions. You may decide to stay and build a stronger case for your next promotion. You may decide to repair your relationship with your manager. Or you may realize that your current workplace is not the best place for your next level of growth.Either way, you deserve more than silence.Key TakeawayIf you were passed over for a promotion and no one told you why, do not let the silence become the story. Ask for the conversation. Listen for patterns. Gather the data. Then decide whether your current organization is still the right place for your leadership, growth, and career goals.Listen to This Episode If You Are:• A mid-career professional who was recently passed over for a promotion• Struggling to understand why you did not get selected for an internal role• Wondering whether your manager is truly invested in your career growth• Feeling stuck, overlooked, or undervalued at work• Trying to improve your visibility, influence, and promotion readiness• Deciding whether to stay in your current organization or explore a new opportunity• Looking for career clarity in a challenging job marketCall to ActionIf this episode resonates with you, I invite you to listen, subscribe to The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, and share it with another mid-career professional who is trying to figure out their next move.And if you are tired of being passed over, overlooked, or left to figure out your career growth on your own, visit johnneral.com to learn how I can help you build your Mid-Career GPS and create a career path with more clarity, confidence, and momentum.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/

Send us Fan MailStep beyond official military dispatches to uncover the harrowing, forgotten world of the 19th-century frontier wife. In late 1866, Isadore Bowman Douglass journeyed 240 freezing miles across the plains to Fort Dodge with three young children, weathering the brutal winter inside a damp sod dugout carved into the Arkansas River bank. Drawing directly from author Michael D. King's groundbreaking release, Isadore Douglas: A Voice from the Kansas Frontier, this episode illuminates her intimate letters detailing frontier isolation, rising Kiowa tensions, and her courageous battle against the lethal 1867 cholera epidemic before her tragic death at age twenty-six. Discover this essential historical account today. Secure your copy of Isadore Douglas: A Voice from the Kansas Frontier by Michael D. King online at books.by/michael-d-king .Support the showIf you'd like to buy one or more of our fully illustrated dime novel publications, you can click the link I've included. 

Send us Fan MailOne of the most high profile serial killers in Canada, was just simply the nice landscaper- who did beautiful work and actually, at one point worked for Barry and Honey Sherman -who we covered in a previous episode, and were billionaires who were found murdered by their indoor pool.This is the case of Bruce McArthurSupport the showIf you're interested in receiving bonus episodes, early release dates,  an everything scary sticker and ‘thank you' as well as a shout out on our regular feed! Please join at  Patreon//everythingscarypod571

Welcome to Awakening Aphrodite — the podcast that helps you reconnect with your feminine energy, reclaim your vitality, and live in harmony with your body, mind, and spirit. In each episode, holistic health expert Amy Fournier shares inspiring conversations with expert guests, blending ancient wisdom and modern science to offer practical tools that help you thrive in today's fast-paced world.Featured Guest: Steve BodanskySteve Bodansky is a doctor of sensuality with nearly 50 years of hands-on experience teaching, coaching, and demonstrating the art of extended massive orgasm. Co-author of several books on pleasure and sensuality, Steve has dedicated his life to helping people release guilt and shame, embrace pleasure as a birthright, and unlock the natural magnetism and sex appeal that comes alive when they do.In this episode, Amy and Steve pull back the curtain on the subject so many of us were raised to whisper about: pleasure. They explore why the female body is the only one designed with an organ whose sole purpose is pleasure, and what that reveals about how women are meant to live. Steve shares what dims a woman's natural magnetism over the years and the surprisingly simple practices that bring it back, why sensuality and spirituality are two expressions of the same life force, and the art of the "taking touch," where touching for your own enjoyment transforms intimacy for both partners. Together they make the case that prioritizing your pleasure is not selfish or indulgent. It is a form of self-respect that feeds your energy, your relationships, and your radiance at every age.Shop all of Amy's curated favorite products (with discounts!):https://amyfournier.com/recommended-products/If you enjoyed this episode be sure to check out:50: A Life of Sex & Extended Massive Orgasms with Steve Bodansky137: The Erotic Polarities: Feminine Radiance, Masculine Intention and the Evolution of Human Sexuality with Dr. Keith Witt140: Life Beyond The Senses: Sex Magick, Mystery Schools, the Occult & Secret Societies with Allen GreenfieldStay Connected & Support the ShowIf this episode inspired or helped you, it would mean the world to us if you would leave a 5-star rating and review — it really helps us and thank you!Join Amy's Email List for holistic health tips, updates & exclusive content:https://amyfournier.com/contact/Be the first to hear when Amy's upcoming online course & community, Goddess Rising: Thriving In The 4 Stages of Womanhood is open for applications:https://amyfournier.com/contact/Connect With AmyWebsite: https://amyfournier.comYouTube: Awakening Aphrodite Podcast / FitAmyTVInstagram: @fitamytvFacebook: Amy FournierEmail: amy@amyfournier.comGuest Resources (Books, Links)Steve Bodansky's Website: extendedmassiveorgasm.comFacebook: facebook.com/stevebodanskyInstagram: instagram.com/stevebodanskyEmail: stevebodansky@gmail.com

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, our stack of books is tied together with the common theme of being our favorite reads of 2026 so far. It was hard to not have an hour-long show, so  we tried to hold ourselves back a little. You will notice some great honorable mentions that we couldn't NOT mention to you as well.  Some of the books have lasted since the start of the year and there are a few new ones on this list as well. It won't be the same without you - so settle in and share us with a friend.Featured Books:We Burned So Bright by T.J. Klune (LH)A Far-Flung Life by M.L. Stedman (LH)Ladies in Waiting: Jane Austen's Unsung Characters by Adriana Trigiani (LH)The Sunflower Boys by Sam Wachman (LH)The Leaving Room by Amber McBride (LH)The Dragon Heart Legacy by Nora Roberts (LH)This Here is Love by Princess Joy L. Perry (LP)Can't We Talk About Something More Pleasant by Roz Chast (LP)Our Darkest Night by Jennifer Robson (LP)Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser (LP)When the Cranes Fly South by Lisa Ridzen (LP)Skylark by Paula McClain (LP)Books Mentioned in This Episode:Light Between Oceans by M.L. StedmanGo Wolf by Amber McBrideMe Moth by Amber McBrideHonorable Mentions:Love by the Book by Jessica George (LP)The Winter of the Dollhouse by Laura Amy Schlitz (LP)One Big Open Sky by Lesa Cline-Ransome (LP)Before I Forget by Tory Henwood Hoen (LP) The Magic of Ordinary Days by Ann Howard Creel (LP)Keeper of Enchanted Rooms by Charlie N. Holmberg (LH)The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth Brower (LH)The Ferryman and His Wife by Frode Grytten (LH)The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett (LH)Ways to contact us:Join us on Patreon for extra content: https://www.patreon.com/c/BookBumblePodcastFollow us on Instagram - @thebookbumbleFacebook:  Book BumbleOur website:  https://thebookbumble.buzzsprout.comEmail:  bookbumblepodcast@gmail.comSupport the showIf you like our podcast please help us: Rate and review us, subscribe, follow us on Insta, and join our Team Patreon!  It won't be the same without you!

Send us Fan MailWelcome back to the Coven of Awesomeness Podcast! This week we have one of our OG listeners, Tara, on the pod to talk to us about becoming an election poll worker. But first, let's get political with some Witchy Would You Rather!Tara shares with us how she became an election worker, what it's like behind the scenes on polling days, and how being an election poll worker makes her life more awesome.Speaking of awesome -  Renee has been to see the Odyssey, Louise has been hitting the gym, and Tara has been enjoying a new audiobook series.For complete show notes and links, go to awesomeon20.com/episode270Follow Renee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Renee_awesomeon20/Follow Louise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Louise_awesomeon20Support the showIf you're able, give this podcast your support by joining the International Coven of Awesomeness on Patreon so we can keep sharing witchy content for that's free for all.Get your free ebook How to Work with the Moon to Get Things Done.Check out the latest workshop offerings from the STC Witchcraft Academy for both online workshops and in-person circles in the Glasgow, Scotland area.Find all your favorite recipes and witch tips at Awesome on 20 Kitchen Magick.Book a tarot reading with Renee at Sagittarian Tarot & Coaching. Join the Moon Magic Membership coven to receiving ongoing support in your witchcraft journey. Join our Coven of Awesomeness Facebook group open to everyone.

*******SPOILER REVIEW*******Everyone come in and try to string the bow...but you better hoper Odysseus doesn't show up...or you're all really screwed!!!Today, join Corey and Adrian as they talk about Christopher Nolan's newest cinematic masterpiece...The Odyssey! The story is dirived from Homer's The Odyssey. A story told many ways, by many people since 7AD. This version stars...so many huge names in Hollywood. Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Tom Holland...the list goes on...We are just going to say it full stop in the description...the hate this movie is getting for having a transgender person (Elliot Page) and a black woman as Helen of Troy (Lupita Nyong'o)...we are very against your stupid opinion. So don't come here looking for support. You won't hear me say this very often, because I love our fans. But if you are one of those people? Stop listening to this podcast. We don't want you. If you aren't? Then enjoy the episode, and thank you for listening!!!Click here to send us a message! Support the showIf you would please go follow us on all the socials? We would love you all forever...in a friend way...don't be weird!!!Please go rate and review us anywhere you get your podcastsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/CultureShockedPodcastTwitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/cspodcast21TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cspodcast21?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/cultureshockedpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cultureshocked21YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/cultureshocked21Website: https://cultureshocked.buzzsprout.com/

382 – How do you face opposition to your church going forward?When you're involved in church, there's usually a lot of folks interested in helping the church grow. It might be trying to encourage new members to join the church. It might literally be a building project or helping to start or plant a new church. It could be helping the whole membership grow spiritually. The odd thing is that all too often when you and other church members are focused on building, rebuilding, growing spiritually, and expanding the reach of your church, there are others who oppose this progress.Sometimes the opposition comes from outside the church, but there are times the resistance actually comes from inside the church organization itself.In this week's episode, we're going to look at Examples in the Bible where there was resistance to those who were building the church How they overcame it How you can use these same ideas to overcome any resistance and opposition to spiritual progress at your churchJesus's promise about his church that is a game changer Never be afraid of opposition to your church's progress. It's often a sign that you're doing something right, that you're going forward. Trust God to guide you in the process.∞∞∞∞∞∞∞SHOW NOTES: For a full transcript and all the Bible quotes in this episode: thebiblepseakstoyou.com/382Text me your questions or comments.Support the showIf you enjoy the podcast, please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify__________________James Early, the Jesus Mindset Coach, is a Bible teacher, speaker, and podcaster. His focus is on getting back to the original Christianity of Jesus by embracing the mindset of Christ in daily life. Reach out today if you need a speaker or Bible workshop for your church or organization (online and in person)Subscribe to the podcast  (and get your copy of Praying with the Mindset of Jesus)       Make a donation to support the showSchedule a free one hour coaching call to see if the Jesus Mindset Coaching program is a good fit for youContact James here

Send us Fan MailWelcome to this episode of the Sexier than a Squirrel podcast, the podcast that brings you real-life dog training results, and sometimes human training ones too!This week, Karen turns interviewer as Lauren shares the story behind one of the toughest dogs she's ever lived with: Skittle. If you've ever wondered how a dog trainer could end up dreading walks, this episode is for you.Skittle is brilliantly clever, endlessly enthusiastic, and always five steps ahead. She could spot opportunities before Lauren even knew they existed, whether that was disappearing into a bog, rolling in fox poo, hunting wildlife or pulling so hard she left Lauren in pain. Together, Lauren and Karen unpack how those behaviours developed, why even experienced trainers can get caught out by rehearsal, and how life, grief and loving a dog "just a little bit too much" can sometimes blur the boundaries that dogs really need.Most importantly, Lauren shares how everything changed. Listen in as she talks through the two principles that transformed Skittle's walks: stopping rehearsal of the behaviours you don't want, and investing consistently in the behaviours you do. You'll hear why taking a break from normal walks can sometimes be the kindest decision, how relationship was the missing piece of the puzzle, and why building real-life skills mattered far more than chasing flashy training goals.Karen and Lauren also dive into the practical games that made the difference, including Skittle's Game, designed to flip the value from charging forwards to choosing connection instead. Along the way they explore the importance of starting walks well, preventing pulling before it begins, creating consistency between handlers, and using reinforcement strategically so food becomes a safety tool rather than a lifelong dependency. Whether your dog pulls, reacts, hunts or simply makes walks feel exhausting, the underlying principles remain the same.Ready to build walks you actually enjoy again? Keep an eye out for the Stress Free Walks Blueprint, where we guide you through the same games and strategies that transformed life with Skittle. In the meantime, grab your free spot at our Stress Free Walks Masterclassabsolutedogs.me/stressfreewalksmasterclass Support the showIf you're loving the podcast, you'll love our NEW Sexier than a Squirrel Dog Training Challenge even more! Get transformational dog training today for only £27!Want even more epic dog training fun and games and solutions to all your dog training struggles? Join us in the AbsoluteDogs Games Club!https://absolutedogs.me/gamesclub Want to take your learning to the next level? Jump into the games-based training membership for passionate dog owners and aspiring trainers that know they want more for themselves and their dog -  Pro Dog Trainer Club! https://absolutedogs.me/prodogtrainerclub And while you're here, please leave a review for us and don't forget to hit share and post your biggest lightbulb moment! Remember, no matter what struggles you might be facing with your dog, there is always a game for that! 

Send us Fan MailA routine day at work can change your career and your life in seconds. In this episode of The Mid-Career GPS Podcast, I'm joined by Joe Mazzarello, whose story is both intense and deeply instructive for any mid-career professional navigating change, uncertainty, or a career pivot.Please take care as you listen. This episode includes a brief discussion of a serious workplace injury, surgeries, recovery, and rehabilitation.Joe spent years working as an elevator mechanic. Then, during what seemed like a normal workday, a split-second slip pulled his left arm into a running machine. Joe walks me through what happened, the shock of the accident, and the long road that followed, including surgeries, occupational therapy, and learning how to live and work with new physical limitations.But this conversation is not only about recovery. It is about identity, resilience, career reinvention, and what it takes to move forward when the version of your career you once knew no longer fits.Joe shares how he moved to Ohio during his recovery, started taking on small handyman jobs, and eventually built those jobs into a residential remodeling and renovation business. His story offers a powerful reminder for mid-career professionals who feel stuck, overlooked, or uncertain about their next move: you do not have to wait until you feel completely ready to take the next step.In this episode, Joe and I talk about how to rebuild confidence, tell your story, stop managing other people's reactions, and let your actions prove what you are capable of doing. Whether you are navigating a career change, rebuilding after a setback, preparing for interviews, or trying to find more meaning in your work, this conversation will help you think differently about fear, gratitude, mistakes, and momentum.In This Episode, You'll Learn:How a routine job became a life-changing accident for JoeWhat recovery taught Joe about identity, confidence, and resilienceWhy career pivots often begin before you feel readyHow Joe turned small handyman jobs into a residential remodeling businessWhy adapting to new limitations can create new opportunitiesHow to tell your story in interviews, networking conversations, and client meetingsWhy you cannot control how other people receive your storyHow choosing the uncomfortable path can help you grow fasterWhy mistakes can become one of your best teachersHow gratitude and realism can exist at the same timeWhy taking action matters more than waiting for certaintyWhy This Episode Matters for Mid-Career ProfessionalsMid-career change does not always arrive neatly. Sometimes it shows up through a layoff, a missed promotion, a bad boss, a stalled job search, a personal transition, or an unexpected life event that forces you to reconsider what work means to you.Joe's story is a powerful example of what it looks like to rebuild when the old path no longer works. For mid-career professionals, that message matters. You may not be recovering from a workplace injury, but you may be recovering from disappointment, rejection, self-doubt, or a version of your career that no longer feels aligned.This episode will help you ask better questions about your career, including:What story am I telling myself about what I can and cannot do?Where am I waiting to feel ready before I take action?What evidence do I already have that I can adapt, learn, and grow?What would change if I stopped trying to control other people's reactions and started owning my story more fully?Joe's journey reminds us that building your Mid-Career GPS is not about having every step figured out. It is about taking the next step, learning from what happens, and trusting that progress often comes from action.Memorable Ideas from the ConversationOne of the strongest messages Joe shares is that mistakes are your friend. That is a powerful shift for anyone in a job search, career pivot, or leadership transition. Too many mid-career professionals wait for the perfect plan, the perfect resume, the perfect answer, or the perfect timing. Joe's story challenges that thinking.He reminds us that action creates clarity.He also shares why telling your story matters. Whether you are interviewing for a new role, networking with someone in your industry, talking with a potential client, or trying to build credibility in a new field, your story can become one of your greatest assets. But only if you are willing to tell it.Listen to This Episode If You Are:Considering a career pivot or career changeRebuilding confidence after a professional or personal setbackFeeling stuck in your current job or career pathTrying to find clarity about what comes nextPreparing for interviews and wondering how to tell your storyLearning how to lead yourself through uncertaintyStruggling with fear, self-doubt, or perfectionismLooking for inspiration to take your next stepConnect with Joe MazzarelloJoe Mazzarello is a residential remodeling and renovation business owner based in Ohio. After a serious workplace accident changed the course of his hands-on career, Joe rebuilt his professional life by adapting his skills, taking small steps, and choosing to keep moving forward. Today, he continues to grow his business, train his nephew, and build something meaningful for the long term.Instagram @joey.mozzarella Final ThoughtsIf you are in a season where your career feels uncertain, Joe's story offers an important reminder: you do not need to have everything figured out before you begin. You can take the next step, learn from what happens, and adjust along the way.Your career does not have to look the way it used to in order to be meaningful. Sometimes, the next chapter begins when you are willing to own your story, choose the uncomfortable path, and keep moving forward.Listen to this episode and use it as a reminder that your next step does not have to be perfect. It only has to move you forward.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/

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Tonight on Typical Skeptic Podcast, I welcome back Tuscan mystic, researcher, experiencer, and creator Ra Castaldo for a journey into Grigori incursions, plasma rivers of the afterlife, ancient mystical bloodlines, near-death experiences, cosmic consciousness, and the hidden structure of reality.Ra Castaldo—born Ralph-Anthony Castaldo—is a hereditary Italian Tuscan mystic and self-described caul-bearer who identifies with the Strega tradition. He traces his spiritual lineage to ancient Etruscan and “Star Mystic” bloodlines connected to Lake Nemi, Sicily, Benevento, and the mysterious Benandanti—or “Good Walkers.”Following a near-death experience at nine years old, Ra says dormant particles within his DNA were reactivated, opening his connection to the Akashic Records and ancient knowledge. His research spans more than 30 years and explores plasma physics, biblical archaeology, ancient writings, sacred sites, megalithic structures, mythology, cosmology, and the multidimensional nature of consciousness.Tonight we'll explore:

WHO BUILT THE MEGALITHS?Bestselling author, researcher and filmmaker Freddy Silva returns to the Typical Skeptic Podcast for a deep investigation into his newest documentary, MEGALITH.More than 100,000 megaliths once covered the French region of Brittany, creating what Freddy describes as the world's largest megalithic metropolis. Similar monuments appear across Portugal, Scotland and southern England—but why were these locations selected, and how were stones reaching 60 feet tall transported as far as 40 miles?Freddy's investigation uncovers remarkable connections involving:

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Rebekah & Julie travel back 5 years to hear about haunted photos, hospital ghosts and a Shaman Ghostbuster in Episode 2-Season 6 of Haunted AF.  They also hear about a haunted hotel in San Francisco from a guest who had an unexpected late-night visitor! Find the companion blog, featuring pictures and video, at HauntedAF.com and check out the video version of this episode on the Haunted AF YouTube channel (please subscribe). And please keep sending those scary stories, pictures and videos to hauntedafpodcast@gmail.com! Support the showIf you have a scary story to share with the show, please send it to hauntedafpodcast@gmail.com. We love written stories but audio and/or video is our favorite!