Podcasts about Silence

This is PART TWO of our conversation.What if the home you thought would be a new beginning became the start of a nightmare?Before Doug Owen became a paranormal researcher and author, he was simply a husband and father trying to build a life for his family in a new Idaho home. But what unfolded inside that house would change the course of his life forever.Strange apparitions began appearing. Mirrors shattered. Disembodied voices echoed through the house. Over time, the activity seemed to grow darker and more manipulative, targeting not only Doug and his wife but their children as well.In his book The Unholy Silence, Doug recounts the terrifying haunting that shook his family and ultimately set him on a path into paranormal research. He shares the deeply personal story behind those events, how the experiences changed the direction of his life, and why some of the most unsettling moments weren't the supernatural attacks themselves—but the silence he encountered when he asked for help.Get more information about Doug on his website, authordougowen.com.#TheGraveTalks #ParanormalPodcast #HauntedHouse #TrueHaunting #DougOwen #TheUnholySilence #DemonicHaunting #ParanormalInvestigation #RealGhostStory #HauntedIdaho #SupernaturalEncounters #ParanormalResearchLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

Start Your Transformation Now  In this episode of The Jim Fortin Podcast, Jim Fortin explores one of the most overlooked forces shaping our lives: the fear of silence. Inspired by watching visitors in Sedona bury their faces in their phones rather than soak in the stunning surroundings, Jim dives into the science behind why we're addicted not to our devices, but to avoiding ourselves — unpacking dopamine loops, variable rewards, and how constant scrolling has become a tool for escaping self-reflection.  Jim reveals that the average person spends just three minutes a day in genuine self-reflection yet two and a half hours on social media. That imbalance isn't just a time problem — it's an identity problem. Every major spiritual tradition, from Buddhism to shamanism, points to silence not as a practice but as a natural state of being. The noise of our devices keeps us living on the outside, cut off from the authentic power within. This episode is a call to stop running and start listening — to yourself. Jim offers one simple, powerful challenge that can begin your transformation today. What You'll Discover in This Episode:  (00:00) The phone addiction hiding in plain sight — Jim opens with a striking scene in Sedona and reveals that our phone obsession isn't about devices — it's about avoiding the silence and depth of our own inner world.  (05:51) Dopamine, doom scrolling, and the slot machine in your pocket — Jim breaks down the brain science of variable rewards and why we're wired to keep scrolling, chasing the next dopamine hit the same way a gambler pulls a lever.  (11:09) Silence triggers the default mode network — Why the brain literally interprets stillness as danger, and how burying ourselves in social media is a way to sidestep self-reflection, anxiety, and unresolved emotions.  (18:24) Social media steals your soulful identity — Constant stimulation keeps us trapped in a 3D external identity, disconnected from the higher, more powerful essence of who we truly are.  (25:30) Every spiritual tradition points to silence — From Buddhism to shamanism, the path to wisdom and transformation has always run through stillness — not apps, algorithms, or content.  (32:00) The 60-second practice that starts it all — Jim's practical challenge: before you scroll, pause for one minute and notice what arises — because what surfaces in that silence is exactly what you've been avoiding.  Listen, apply, and enjoy!  Transformational Takeaway  You are not addicted to your phone — you are addicted to avoiding yourself. Every scroll is a retreat from your own power and wisdom. The silence you've been running from isn't empty; it's full — full of the answers your analytical mind can never find. The next time you reach for your phone, pause for 60 seconds. The discomfort that rises isn't a signal to scroll. It's an invitation to evolve. Stop digging the hole. Get quiet. The power you've been seeking externally has been inside you all along.  Let's Connect:  Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedIn  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so we can reach more people.  Listening on Spotify? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude, Jim 

What happens when God asks you to trust him in the middle of uncertainty? What do you do when faith and doubt collide? And what does John's birth reveal about God's unfolding plan? In today's episode, Tanya shares how Luke 1:64 reveals how God's promises break through seasons of silence. Read the Bible with us in 2026! This year, we're exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passage: Luke 1:57–66

Todd Gabler, Private Investigator, takes center stage in the Kouri Richins trial.Kouri Richins stands accused of poisoning her husband Eric Richins with a lethal dose of fentanyl in March 2022—allegedly to collect on a $1.9 million life insurance policy she secretly increased just weeks before his death. What prosecutors describe as a calculated murder-for-profit scheme, the defense calls a tragic accident involving a man who, they claim, had a hidden drug problem.This is gavel-to-gavel coverage of one of the most closely watched trials in Utah history. A children's book author. A grieving widow who wrote about "heaven" for kids while allegedly researching untraceable poisons. A husband who may have been killed in his own bed.Hidden Killers brings you complete trial coverage with expert analysis—no sensationalism, just the facts as they unfold.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#KouriRichins #KouriRichinsTrial #EricRichins #UtahTrial #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #FentanylPoisoning #MurderTrial #TrueCrimeCommunity #Justice

What if the home you thought would be a new beginning became the start of a nightmare?Before Doug Owen became a paranormal researcher and author, he was simply a husband and father trying to build a life for his family in a new Idaho home. But what unfolded inside that house would change the course of his life forever.Strange apparitions began appearing. Mirrors shattered. Disembodied voices echoed through the house. Over time, the activity seemed to grow darker and more manipulative, targeting not only Doug and his wife but their children as well.In his book The Unholy Silence, Doug recounts the terrifying haunting that shook his family and ultimately set him on a path into paranormal research. He shares the deeply personal story behind those events, how the experiences changed the direction of his life, and why some of the most unsettling moments weren't the supernatural attacks themselves—but the silence he encountered when he asked for help.Get more information about Doug on his website, authordougowen.com.#TheGraveTalks #ParanormalPodcast #HauntedHouse #TrueHaunting #DougOwen #TheUnholySilence #DemonicHaunting #ParanormalInvestigation #RealGhostStory #HauntedIdaho #SupernaturalEncounters #ParanormalResearchLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

In 2007, while serving with the British Army in Germany, one soldier was assigned a routine task in the cellar of an aging barracks — a former Luftwaffe station dating back to the Second World War.The underground layout was identical in every building: a long concrete corridor, heavy metal doors, fluorescent lights buzzing against thick, shadowed walls. It was old, but it was familiar. Until it wasn't.Alone at the far end of the corridor, the atmosphere shifted without warning. The air grew heavy. Silence pressed in. And he was struck with the unmistakable certainty that he was no longer by himself.What happened next sent him running for the stairs — something no training had ever prepared him for.Years later, one question still lingers: Was that cellar empty at all?#RealGhostStories #HauntedBarracks #Hauntings #ParanormalEncounter #HauntedGermany #MilitaryGhostStory #TrueParanormal #UnexplainedCold #Paranormal #UnexplainedPhenomenaLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

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In this episode of Mom's Talk Autism, hosts Brittney and Tash welcome Lori Rogers, who shares her journey raising her son Craig, who is on the autism spectrum. Lori reflects on the early days after diagnosis, navigating challenges in the education system, and how Craig's communication evolved over time. Together, they discuss the importance of presuming competence, advocating for supportive environments, collaborating with care teams, and supporting siblings along the way. This conversation highlights the power of community, resilience, and maintaining hope while parenting through the complexities of autism.   LINKS: Instagram 1: https://www.instagram.com/loriarogerspositiveactivity/  Instagram 2: https://www.instagram.com/positiveactivitytm/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070371891843 LinkedIn 1: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-rogers-ma-7a285b5/  LinkedIn 2: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positive-activity/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6C_rB34QvfPpZkB67fzkqQ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@positiveactivity   Positive Activity: https://www.positiveactivity.net   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why do we say yes when we mean no? In this episode, we talk with Sunita Sah about the psychology of compliance and defiance. From Stanley Milgram's experiments to the hidden force of insinuation anxiety, we explore why compliance is not the same as consent and how to train yourself to act in alignment with your true values. Topics [0:00] Intro and speed round with Sunita Sah [14:57] Stanley Milgram's Shock Experiments [20:19] Defiance and True Consent [29:18] Insinuation Anxiety and Conflict of Interest [36:44] The Power of the Pause [39:40] Stages of Defiance [44:13] Moral Mavericks and Defiance Practice [50:55] Desert Island Music [56:17] Grooving Session: Conformity vs. Blind Compliance ©2026 Behavioral Grooves Links Defy by Sunita Sah About Dr. Sunita Sah Join us on Substack! Join the Behavioral Grooves community Subscribe to Behavioral Grooves on YouTube Support Behavioral Grooves Music Links The Cure - Pictures of You Depeche Mode - Enjoy the Silence  

In a world that often rewards the loudest voice in the room, we're exploring how the art of deep listening can actually be the ultimate "power move" in unlocking feminine leadership.   Today, Cindy Watson sits down with double board-certified Naturopathic Doctor and Endocrinologist, Dr. Aumatma Simmons. With 15 years of experience and two best-selling books on the complexities of fertility. Cindy and Dr. Aumatma, together will be exploring the importance of deep listening, Leading With Silence: How Deep Listening Unlocks Feminine Leadership.   In this episode, we explore:   How silence can heightened your ability to listen to yourself? What does leading in silence look like? Why people struggle with burnout. How can silence helps us to recenter, reconnect, and refocus our energy to where it needs to go. The 90-second reset. What is box breathing and how it can help reset your nervous system? And many more!   Learn more about Dr. Aumatma Simmons:   Website: https://www.madrefertility.com/                https://holisticfertilityinstitute.com/   Connect with Dr. Aumatma Simmons: https://www.instagram.com/holisticfertilitydoctor   Check out Dr. Aumatma on the TEDx Stage!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVv-O-SDXe0   Checkout her books:   Fertility Secrets: What Your Doctor Didn't Tell You About Baby-Making: Heal Your Body, Mind, and Spirit, Own Your Fertility, and Prepare for the Family of Your Dreams   (In)Fertility: Secrets, Struggles, & Successes    If you're looking to up-level your negotiation skills, I have everything from online to group to my signature one-on-one mastermind & VIP experiences available to help you better leverage your innate power to get more of what you want and deserve in life. Check out our website at www.artofFeminineNegotiation.com if that sounds interesting to you. Get Cindy's book here:   Amazon   https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1   EBook   https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1   Barnes and Noble   https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-art-of-feminine-negotiation-cindy-watson/1141499614?ean=9781631959776 CONNECT WITH CINDY: Website: www.womenonpurpose.ca Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/womenonpurposecommunity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenonpurposecoaching/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thecindywatson Show: https://www.womenonpurpose.ca/media/podcast-2/ (X) Twitter:  https://twitter.com/womenonpurpose1 YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@hersuasion Email: cindy@womenonpurpose.ca

Get all the inside secrets and tools you need to help you develop your intuitive and leadership skills so you are on the path to the highest level of success with ease. In this follow-up episode, Jennifer shares how building self-trust in small steps, and creating clarity activates your true unstoppable voice.In this episode you will learn:Your Voice Strengthens When Your Energy Is Clear Confidence Is Built in doingFrom Reactor to CreatorIf you are ready to start reaching your goals instead of simply dreaming about it, start today with 12minutegift.com!Grab your FREE meditation: Reduce Your Anxiety MEDITATIONAre you ready to tiptoe into your intuition and tap into your soul's message? Let's talkListen in as Jennifer Takagi, founder of Takagi Consulting, Certified High Performance Coach, 5X time Amazon.Com Best Selling-Author, Certified Soul Care Coach, Certified Jack Canfield Success Principle Trainer, Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst and Facilitator of the DISC Behavioral Profiles, Certified Change Style Indicator Facilitator, Law of Attraction Practitioner, and Certified Coaching Specialist - leadership entrepreneur, speaker and trainer, shares the lessons she's learned along the way. Each episode is designed to give you the tools, ideas, and inspiration to lead with integrity. Humor is a big part of Jennifer's life, so expect a few puns and possibly some sarcasm. Tune in for a motivational guest, a story or tips to take you even closer to that success you've been coveting. Please share the episodes that inspired you the most and be sure to leave a comment.Official Website: http://www.jennifertakagi.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifertakagi/Facebook: facebook.com/takagiconsulting I look forward to connecting with you soon,Jennifer TakagiSpeaker, Trainer, Author, Energy HealerPS: We would love to hear from you! For questions, coaching, or to book interviews, please email my team at Jennifer@takagiconsulting.com

Ever feel like you're loving the people in your life… but somehow they're still not feeling it?In today's episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, let's deep dive into one of the most transformative relationship tools for any midlife woman seeking deeper connection, emotional intimacy, and personal growth: the 5 Love Languages.Whether you're navigating marriage after 40, strengthening family bonds, rediscovering yourself after divorce, or building confidence in midlife relationships, understanding how you give and receive love can be a total game-changer.Based on the work of Gary Chapman, Dawn unpacks the five primary love languages:Words of AffirmationActs of ServiceReceiving GiftsQuality TimePhysical TouchBut this isn't just a relationship lesson - it's a midlife mindset shift.Discover how unspoken expectations, unmet emotional needs, and even self-neglect can quietly erode connection, especially during seasons of midlife change, empty nest transition, menopause, career reinvention, or spiritual growth. When you learn to identify your primary love language (and those of the people you care about), you stop guessing and start loving with intention.You'll discover:How to identify your love language (and why it matters in midlife transformation)The subtle ways women over 40 may feel unseen or unheardHow to strengthen emotional intimacy in marriage and family relationshipsWhy physical touch releases bonding hormones that reduce stress and foster securityHow loving yourself well is foundational to empowering midlife relationshipsFor women navigating midlife reinvention, confidence rebuilding, or redefining success after 50, this episode offers both practical tools and heart-centered wisdom.Because thriving in midlife isn't just about career change, wellness routines, or bold vision — it's also about learning how to feel deeply connected, emotionally safe, and authentically loved.And as Dawn reminds us, sometimes the bravest transformation begins with understanding your own heart.✨ Ready to find your brave and live your dreams? Start by learning how you love and how you long to be loved.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:56 - What's your love language?4:00 - Love language #17:22 - Love language #210:45 - Love language #314:09 - Love language #417:58 - Love language #522:08 - How to discover your love language24:16 - How to take actionQuotations:“When you learn someone's love language, you fill their love tank in a way that's deeply significant to them.”“It's not about how you prefer to love, it's about how they need to receive it.”“Silence can hurt more than criticism when words of affirmation are someone's love language.”“Sometimes it's hard to love others when we haven't learned to love ourselves.”“Design a life you love, don't leave it to chance.”“You don't accidentally show up to a life you love. You build it on purpose.”“When you understand your heart, you love more bravely.”Resources:

With beauty before me may I walk… For two weeks, we lived where the desert meets the water. Cottonwoods whispered at dusk. The sky performed costume changes every fifteen minutes. The wind had moods. At night, the lake held the stars. Beneath that quiet surface lies a story — of ancient footsteps, of a river reshaped, of a community that has carried its traditions forward for centuries. We came for the view. We stayed for the hush. We turned off the music. Set our phones aside. Listened to our oldest friend… Silence. This isn't only about a campground. It's about what happens when the world gets quiet enough for you to hear yourself again. If wide sky and layered history speak to something deep in you… Come walk the Land of Enchantment with us.

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durée : 00:29:22 - Les Pieds sur terre - par : Sonia Kronlund, Karine Le Loët, Clémence Allezard - Élie et Barbara ont été victimes de harcèlement sexuel au travail et se sont vues proposer une “transaction” : un deal financier proposé aux victimes en échange de leur silence. Elles racontent. - réalisation : Anne-Laure Chanel

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“Silence in the face of evil is itself evil: God will not hold us guiltless. Not to speak is to speak. Not to act is to act.” ~ Dietrich Bonhoeffer  Show Notes Twitter | Rumble | BitChute | Spotify | Apple -------------------------------- Support the podcast by shopping at the Truth Quest Shirt Factory.

In this episode of Biography Flash, host Marc Ellery examines the March 5, 2026 Substack publication by Barbara Fried, mother of convicted FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, titled "Breaking My Silence – The Untold Story of Sam Bankman-Fried." Marc analyzes why this Stanford law professor chose to publicly speak about her son's conviction and 25-year prison sentence after years of silence, exploring the biographical significance of a mother's voice entering the public record during an ongoing appeal. The episode contextualizes this development within the broader narrative of one of modern history's most spectacular financial frauds and what it reveals about the human dimensions behind headline-making criminal cases.Loved this episode? Discover more original shows from the Quiet Please Network at QuietPlease.ai, explore our curated favorites here amzn.to/42YoQGI, and catch just a slice of our AI hosts in action on Instagram at instagram.com/claredelish and YouTube at youtube.com/@DIYHOMEGARDENTVThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

All of this week's episodes of It Could Happen Here put together in one large file. - What’s Happened to the Israeli Left - Tax the Rich Takes the New York Capitol - What's Next for Iran? - Paramount, Warner Bros. and How Monopolies Ruin Everything - Executive Disorder: Iran, US Munitions Shortage, Texas Primary Election You can now listen to all Cool Zone Media shows, 100% ad-free through the Cooler Zone Media subscription, available exclusively on Apple Podcasts. So, open your Apple Podcasts app, search for “Cooler Zone Media” and subscribe today! http://apple.co/coolerzone Sources/Links: What’s Happened to the Israeli Left Gisha - https://gisha.org/en/ Breaking the Silence - https://www.breakingthesilence.org.il/ Zochrot - https://www.zochrot.org/welcome/index/en Culture for Solidarity - https://www.instagram.com/culture_of_solidarity/ Dignity for Palestinians - https://dignity4palestine.org/ Physicians for Human Rights Israel - https://www.phr.org.il/en/ Rabbis for Human Rights - https://www.rhr.org.il/en/ Remembering Awda Hathaleen - https://jewishcurrents.org/remembering-awdah-hathaleen Beith El-Meem - https://www.beitelmeem.org.il/aboutus-eng “No Other Land” documentary - https://releasing.dogwoof.com/no-other-land “Coexistance my ass!” documentary - https://www.coexistencemyass.com/ Dahlia Scheindlin's book "The Crooked Timber" on Israeli democracy and the occupation - https://www.degruyterbrill.com/document/doi/10.1515/9783110796582/html?lang=en&srsltid=AfmBOoqr8ur0KCgqZAYrxz5fZYX7QZpUlt6vN0b7zWTl-lJzNZDV-mgs Tax the Rich Takes the New York Capitol https://taxtherichny.com/action/ https://ourtime.nyc/ https://www.capitolconfidential.com/p/new-york-gained-thousands-of-new https://www.thecity.nyc/2026/02/19/mamdani-budget-parks-libraries/ https://www.nyc.gov/mayors-office/news/2026/01/mayor-mamdani---governor-hochul-to-launch-free-child-care-for-tw https://www.nyc.gov/mayors-office/news/2026/01/executive-order-12 Executive Disorder: Iran, US Munitions Shortage, Texas Primary Election https://apnews.com/article/bovino-minnesota-immigration-minneapolis-good-pretti-0ace82ca68846109fbf6d30439e6f0f1 https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/us-10th-circuit/1431469.html https://www.axios.com/2026/03/02/trump-iran-war-kurds-iraq https://x.com/KurdistanWatch/status/2028447001508012501?s=20 https://www.militaryreligiousfreedom.org/2026/03/mrff-inundated-with-complaints-of-gleeful-commanders-telling-troops-iran-war-is-part-of-gods-divine-plan-to-usher-in-the-return-of-jesus-christ/ https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/03/politics/cia-arming-kurds-iran https://presidency.gov.krd/sarok-nechervan-barzani-o-oazeri-daraoai-aeran-peshhathkani-naochhkh-taotoe-dhkhn/ https://x.com/qubadjt/status/2029199935917187252?s=20 https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2029219939102401017?s=20 https://www.centcom.mil/ https://www.politico.com/news/2026/03/04/pam-bondi-subpoena-epstien-00812960 https://www.cnbc.com/2026/03/03/fcc-chair-brendan-carr-wbd-paramount-merger-deal-netflix.html https://x.com/KellieMeyerNews/status/2027181141162111461 https://president.columbia.edu/news/message-acting-president-claire-shipman-0 https://x.com/NoahHurowitz/status/2027124257394774140?s=20 https://www.aclu.org/press-releases/transgender-kansans-challenge-state-law-invalidating-their-drivers-licenses-and-allowing-them-to-be-sued-for-using-public-restrooms https://www.kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/documents/sb244_enrolled.pdf https://www.assignedmedia.org/breaking-news/kansas-revokes-license-no-gender-change https://x.com/admcrlsn/status/2029041869074604256?s=20 https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2026/us/elections/results-texas-us-senate-primary.html https://www.texastribune.org/2026/03/03/jasmine-crockett-dallas-williamson-county-voting-changes/ https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/03/us/elections/dallas-county-vote-tally-court-ruling.html https://www.texastribune.org/2026/02/04/on-the-issues-a-qa-with-the-texas-democrats-running-for-u-s-senate/ https://jamestalarico.com/issues/ https://punchbowl.news/article/campaigns/talarico-pitch/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Vanity Fair remarks attributed to Suzie Wiles detonated because they exposed a contradiction the administration has never resolved: public dismissal paired with private concern. Wiles spoke as someone familiar with the contents of the Epstein files, despite the Department of Justice itself maintaining that the archive is sprawling, incomplete, and still under review. That disparity raises unavoidable questions about access, authority, and motive. A White House Chief of Staff has no routine role in reviewing criminal case materials unless there is perceived political or institutional exposure. Her involvement suggests the files are being treated not as historical records, but as live risk assessments. That reality collapses the claim that Epstein is irrelevant or a “hoax.” You don't allocate senior attention to things you believe are meaningless.What makes this especially corrosive is the administration's refusal to explain how or why this access occurred. Silence has replaced transparency, reinforcing the impression that there is one narrative for the public and another for those in power. The Epstein case has always been less dangerous for what it reveals about one man than for what it exposes about institutional self-protection. By quietly engaging with the files while publicly minimizing them, the administration confirms that Jeffrey Epstein remains an unresolved liability. That contradiction is now on the record. And once power signals fear of what the files contain, the question is no longer whether they matter—but who they threaten, and why the public is being kept at arm's length from the truth.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com

durée : 00:10:27 - L'Avant-scène - par : Aurélie Charon - La metteuse en scène libanaise Chrystèle Khodr convoque la mémoire du massacre du camp palestinien de Tal Al Zaatar en 1976, en pleine guerre civile au Liban, seule sur scène dans "Silence, ça tourne" au Théâtre de la Bastille. - réalisation : Alexandre Fougeron - invités : Chrystèle Khodr metteuse en scène et comédienne libanaise

A year after she completed the Secret Doctrine, Helena Blavatsky published the Voice of the Silence, one of the last to be completed in her lifetime. The Voice of the Silence relates portions of her understanding of esoteric Buddhism with a focus on the path of the bodhisattva. Follow us on this journey to discover the voice, encounter the two paths, and explore the seven portals.

François Bayrou s'est imposé une cure de silence, après son départ de Matignon sous les critiques après un vote kamikaze sur la dette. Remis d'une hospitalisation en réanimation à cause d'une grippe sévère, l'ancien Premier ministre s'est confié à RTL.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on St. Benedict's teaching that silence opens the heart to listen more deeply to God. The post HR 2 – In Place of Many Vain Words, Silence – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

Today's episode is one of courage, survival, and reclaiming your voice. Tonia Bales, CRNA and author of When You See It: How I Outsmarted and Outlasted Dirty John, shares her deeply personal story of manipulation, coercive control, and psychological abuse. While the world knows the headline-grabbing “Dirty John” narrative, this conversation takes us behind the scenes to explore how even strong, capable professionals can be targeted and trapped by someone hiding in plain sight. Here's some of what you'll hear in this episode:

Remember when critics mocked the creation of Space Force? Now it may be the backbone of a new era of warfare. Reports of advanced directed-energy weapons, space-based targeting systems, and cutting-edge military tech are reshaping the battlefield in the Middle East. The discussion explores how these capabilities are intercepting missiles, destroying drones, and shifting global power dynamics—while raising questions about how adversaries like China and Iran are responding. Episode Summary A new generation of military technology is changing the rules of modern warfare, and Space Force is playing a central role. Reports suggest advanced directed-energy weapons and space-based targeting systems are being used to intercept ballistic missiles and drones in real time, potentially neutralizing threats at a fraction of the cost of traditional weapons systems. These systems rely on space-based infrared tracking to detect missile launches the moment their heat signatures appear. Once identified, missiles can be destroyed using precision interceptors or powerful directed-energy weapons. Supporters argue the technology dramatically reduces the cost and logistical burden of missile defense, since lasers require only power rather than traditional ammunition. The conversation also examines broader geopolitical implications, including how these technologies could alter deterrence calculations for major powers like China and Russia. Reports of recent U.S. military operations and rapid strike capabilities are fueling speculation that adversaries may be reassessing the balance of power. Beyond technology, the discussion explores how modern warfare is shifting toward electronic disruption, cyber capabilities, and rapid special operations. The combination of space-based intelligence, electronic countermeasures, and precision forces may represent a fundamental shift in how conflicts are fought in the 21st century. Key Topics The role of Space Force in modern warfare Directed-energy weapons and missile defense technology Space-based infrared tracking of ballistic missiles Drone swarms and new electronic countermeasures Shifting global military strategy and deterrence U.S. operations and rapid strike capabilities How emerging technology could reshape future conflicts

Nick examines the critical role of mindset and psychology in business acquisitions and Private Equity negotiations, focusing on how a founder's negotiating position—whether perceived as a prize or prey—can significantly impact the valuation of their business.  He outlines seven key signals that indicate desperation during negotiations, such as agreeing to exclusivity too quickly and over-explaining reasons for selling KEY TAKEAWAYS The psychology of negotiations plays a crucial role in determining the success of business transactions, particularly in Private Equity. Understanding whether you are negotiating from a position of strength or desperation can significantly impact the valuation of your business. There are seven key signals that can indicate desperation during negotiations, such as agreeing to exclusivity too quickly, over-explaining reasons for selling, and negotiating against yourself. Recognising and avoiding these signals can help maintain a stronger negotiating position. Silence can be a powerful negotiating tool. Instead of immediately countering lowball offers, remaining silent can create tension and compel the buyer to reconsider their offer, thereby enhancing your negotiating power. Founders should prepare for negotiations by ensuring they have a financial runway of at least 12-18 months, alternative paths forward, and a clear reserve price. BEST MOMENTS "The psychology of negotiations when you're dealing with sophisticated buyers... has a minimal amount to do with financials." "Desperate decisions are always expensive decisions." "The more you explain, the more you reveal this kind of psychological commitment." "Silence is the best negotiation tactic." VALUABLE RESOURCES Receive a FREE digital copy of  Nick's book. DM him "Exit For Millions book" on LinkedIn. Nick's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/realnickbradley Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker, and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors to build, scale and sell high-value companies. He spent 10+ years working in Private Equity, where he oversaw 100+ acquisitions, 26 exits, and over $5 Billion in combined value created. He has one of the top-ranked business podcasts in the UK (with over 1m downloads in over 130 countries). He now spends his time coaching and consulting business owners in building and scaling high-value business towards life-changing exits. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. ⁠https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

In this heartfelt episode, we delve into the personal journey of Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse, founder of the Ruth Institute, as she shares her healing process after experiencing abortion. Her story highlights the profound impact of the sexual revolution on individual lives and explores pathways to forgiveness, understanding, and hope.

Welcome to Thursday's Rugby Daily, with Cameron Hill.Coming up, the Ireland team is named for tomorrow's game against Wales - and head coach Andy Farrell addresses rumours linking him to a role with Saracens.Gerry Thornley muses on the idea of Stuart McCloskey slotting into an Ireland back row, if required,And Mike Phillips reveals that he'd love to help Welsh rugby out of its current mess - but the WRU haven't contacted him in almost a decade.Rugby on Off The Ball with Bank of Ireland | #NeverStopCompeting

Can snow itself be like open source? Just a fun thought while walking around talking about openclaw and seeing everyone's creations.. all on a impromptu prospect park sauntercast with Melody after last week's blizzard! (titled after Illich's essay, Silence is a Commons) 0:00 highlights0:38 route and intro2:47 two weeks offline4:44 open claw and open source11:10 into the snow14:06 the xkcd dependency comic23:48 tragedy of the commons25:49 200K stars and eternal September33:40 everything was fine39:27 go back to just being people42:19 striving versus being45:54 wu wei49:16 audience of one56:36 Spotify broke the album1:06:42 foreground will never be replaced1:10:47 temporal bandwidth

Fr. Mauritius Wilde reflects on St. Benedict's teaching that silence opens the heart to listen more deeply to God. The post HR 2 – In Place of Many Vain Words, Silence – The Holy Rule of St. Benedict with Fr. Mauritius Wilde O.S.B – Discerning Hearts Podcast appeared first on Discerning Hearts Catholic Podcasts.

What You'll Learn in This Episode Why Freddie hates the word “expert”… and the standard most people are skipping. The “puddles → lakes → oceans” model for positioning yourself so the market can actually place you. Why podcast guesting + LinkedIn is still the highest-leverage authority play for most founders and consultants. Freddie's take on platform ROI: why Meta is “cheap,” why YouTube is powerful but expensive to do well, and what ad pricing signals about authority. Why storytelling is still the #1 leadership tool (and why our brains are built for it). My favorite practical exercise for influence: the “10-one-thousand pause”—and why silence makes people tell you what they weren't going to tell you. A real-world reminder: if you've earned expertise and you're staying quiet, you may be depriving the world of what it needs from you.   Ideas Worth Stealing (and Using This Week) Fix your positioning before you fix your content. Most people try to post more, podcast more, “be everywhere”… while the market still can't answer: what exactly do you do, for whom, and why you? Freddie's puddles→lakes→oceans model is a clean way to build authority without diluting it. If you want authority, use authority platforms. Freddie's argument is simple: for most founders/experts, podcast guesting + LinkedIn is still the highest ROI move because trust is already built into the medium. Silence isn't awkward—silence is leverage. Try the “10-one-thousand” pause in one conversation this week. Don't weaponize it—just watch what happens when you stop filling space. People often reveal what matters most when you let the moment breathe.   Resources Mentioned Freddie Pullen — Recognized: recognized.global The Healthy Entrepreneur Podcast (Freddie's show) Listen on Spotify or Watch on YouTube Connect with Freddie on LinkedIn   -----   Freddie has worked with 200+ founders to build demand, waiting lists, and revenue directly through LinkedIn. Along the way, one thing became impossible to ignore... All buyers do this one thing before they buy: They educate themselves with content. They want to recognize you first. They discover you through a LinkedIn post. Then consume your POV through longer form content. Then decide whether you're the person they trust. That's how modern B2B buying actually works. But this didn't come from theory.   After leaving his role as Head of Product at the world's largest media company serving 500M monthly users and generating $300k per day, Freddie built two 6-figure businesses in 8 months and helped 200+ founders do the same. The results: Multi six-figure profit in 8 months Podcast launched to #1 in 9 countries on day one $100k+ per year generated from the podcast alone Built a $3BN+ network starting with under 10k followers 50+ qualified HOT leads every month, predictably Which is why the goal of content is to be obvious.   Freddie helps clients position themselves as the authority people already trust before they ever speak to them.   Today, AI is accelerating this, but only if it's trained on the right positioning. Freddie and his team use AI to: Encode your POV Multiply what already works Turn LinkedIn posts into sales assets You need a new ocean on LinkedIn - where you're undeniable to your ideal clients. That's why Freddie and his team built a positioning first, AI powered approach to LinkedIn.   https://freddiepullen.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddie-pullen/ https://www.instagram.com/freddiepullen --------John Bates provides 1:1 Executive Communications Coaching, both in-person and online. He also gets 92+ Net Promoter Scores for his large and small group leadership development trainings at organizations like Johnson & Johnson, NASA, Google, Intuit, Boston Scientific, and many more. Find more at https://executivespeakingsuccess.com.Sign up for his weekly micro-trainings for free at https://johnbates.com/mini-trainings and create a great leadership communications habit that makes you the kind of leader who inspires trust, loyalty, and connection.

In this episode, A Girl Talks dives into one of the most unsettling scandals of our time — the Jeffrey Epstein case. Years after his arrest and death, many people are still left with questions. How did someone accused of such serious crimes operate for so long within powerful social circles? Why did the justice system appear to move differently in earlier cases? And why does the story still leave so many people feeling like the full truth was never fully uncovered? This episode is not about conspiracy theories — it's about asking deeper questions. AGT explores the uncomfortable intersection of wealth, influence, silence, and accountability, while reflecting on what this case reveals about power structures, the protection of vulnerable people, and society's responsibility to demand transparency. I also share my personal perspective on why stories like this matter — especially for those who believe in protecting victims, speaking truth, and challenging systems that may fail to hold powerful individuals accountable. This conversation is thoughtful, reflective, and unfiltered. Because sometimes the most important conversations are the ones that make us uncomfortable.

1. Purpose of Trey’s Law Federal legislation introduced to prohibit Non‑Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) from silencing child victims of sexual abuse. Ensures victims cannot be legally barred from speaking about their own abuse. Victims may choose confidentiality, but it cannot be forced on them. 2. The Story Behind the Law Trey was abused for years at a Missouri summer camp. As an adult, during civil litigation, he was pressured to sign an NDA, which deeply harmed his ability to heal. Trey died by suicide at age 28. His sister, Elizabeth Phillips, has become a leading national advocate, pushing to change the law so no child experiences this again. 3. Widespread Problem of NDAs in Child Abuse Cases Across the country, predators and institutions use NDAs to: Silence victims. Protect institutions from reputational damage. Delay exposure long enough for statutes of limitations to expire. Children often do not disclose abuse until decades later due to delayed disclosure, grooming, and shame. 4. Systemic Issues at Certain Institutions Kanakuk Kamps (Missouri) highlighted as a major example: Numerous allegations and confirmed cases of abuse over decades. Accusations of institutional cover‑ups, pressure on victims, and secrecy agreements. Advocacy groups maintain public databases of known or alleged abusers. Some perpetrators remained in leadership roles or were moved to other ministries. 5. Survivor Testimony Impact A 19‑year‑old survivor, Jayden Harris, spoke publicly for the first time after being protected by Missouri’s version of Trey’s Law. She described being pressured by both her abuser and her own attorney to sign an NDA. Her testimony emphasized the power shift that occurs when victims know they cannot be silenced by law. 6. Bipartisan Support Trey’s Law has broad, bipartisan backing in the U.S. Senate: Lead sponsors: Sen. Ted Cruz (R) & Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D) Additional bipartisan co‑sponsors from both parties. Strong expectation the bill will pass. 7. The Harm of Shame & Silence Shame is a powerful reason victims—especially children—do not come forward. Survivors speaking out helps: Their own healing, Other victims feel less alone, Expose predators still active. 8. Call to Action for the Public Sharing the information widely on social media to raise awareness. Calling senators and representatives to urge passage of Trey’s Law. Supporting survivor advocacy organizations: FactsAboutKanakuk.com TreysLaw.org NMVAlliance.org Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I Am the Silence. But I will make your victory loud. https://www.curlynikki.com/todays-messages-from-the-holy-spirit-march-4-2026.html

Most of us have an unspoken rule set for modern relationships: Avoid the landmines. But according to Jacob Mchangama, that kind of fear-based self-censorship leads to disconnection. If you can't be forthright about what matters with the people you share life with, you may stay civil, but you won't stay close.In this episode, Michael and Megan sit down with Jacob Mchangama—founder and executive director of the Future of Free Speech at Vanderbilt University—to explore what it looks like to disagree without dehumanizing. They talk about why today's conversations feel existential, how identity gets tangled with beliefs, and how to build habits that keep you grounded when your nervous system wants to go to war.Memorable Quotes“It is much better to confront those differences head-on rather than try to hide them under this veneer of mutual tolerance and respect—which really is not based on mutual tolerance and respect if you can't have those difficult conversations that divide people.”“When you self-censor about issues that are deeply meaningful to you, issues that affect society as a whole, when you think that you cannot speak out on an issue where you think someone that you're close to is wrong… it breeds loneliness. And then if you can only be very forthright about certain issues with a group of people who are completely like-minded, then that might also be self-radicalizing, in a way.”“Approach discussions on social media, for instance, with a mindset of saying, ‘I'm not going into this debate or discussion to win. I'm going into this discussion because I'm passionate about this issue, but I might be wrong.'”“If you have a conversation with someone and you know that you have very different positions on a given topic, you have an opportunity to learn something. Even if that person is not able to convince you about that position, they might have points that make you understand your own position better, or maybe you tweak your own position. Even if you tweak it 5%, that's quite valuable, right?”“If you allow yourself to be in the mindset, again, as I said before of ‘I'm not entering this discussion in order to win. I'm entering this discussion because it's a topic that I'm passionate about. I have certain beliefs, but I am willing to change my mind. I am very cognizant about the fact that I am not omniscient. I am a human being with very limited knowledge.' Just about every person that you meet will have some kind of experience, some kind of knowledge that you don't have, if you are willing to tap into that.”“[When] our identity is wrapped up in that to the point that we can never say we're wrong or we can never say that we made a mistake, that's a really dangerous place, because then you get into this ideological sunk cost fallacy situation where like you can't ever backtrack or change or evolve or grow. And hopefully, in relationships, we are able to evolve and grow. That's one of the gifts of relationships.”Key TakeawaysNot All Self-Censorship Is Bad. Filtering thoughtless comments is basic social wisdom. Silence driven by fear around meaningful issues is what erodes connection.Curiosity Disarms Conflict. Enter hard conversations with a posture of humility: I care about this—and I could be wrong. When you aspire to learn, you probably will.Aim for Understanding, Not Conversion. Even if no one changes their mind, you can refine your thinking and better understand the human story behind the opposing view.Deescalation Is a Skill. If emotions get the better of you, apologizing can reset the tone and invite good faith back into the room.Boundaries Aren't Censorship. If someone consistently denigrates you or refuses meaningful parameters, disengaging is healthy—not a failure.Leaders Set the Temperature. Trust grows when people can challenge ideas (even leadership decisions) without fear of punishment or shame.ResourcesFree Speech by Jacob MchanamaJacob Mchangama's SubstackWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/lKzhW8tjL3YThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

In this episode of Her Starring Role, host Michele Lamoureux welcomes back Elaine Lin Hering, speaker, facilitator, and author of Unlearning Silence: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Talent, and Live More Fully. Together they explore what it really means for women to unlearn silence—especially in business—and reclaim their "starring role" in work and life. Elaine shares how self-silencing shows up in our careers, relationships, and health, and why it's not a confidence problem but a systemic one. They discuss being sidelined at work, getting credit for your ideas, navigating broken workplace systems, honoring your inner voice, and making intentional choices that align with your values, well-being, and season of life. This is a powerful conversation for any woman who feels overextended, under-recognized, or ready to let her light shine on her own terms. RESOURCES + BOOKS MENTIONED: Join Michele's Newsletter + Get a List of 52-Selfcare Tips Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@herstarringrole Follow + Listen, + Review: APPLE PODCASTS Follow + Listen, + Review: SPOTIFY PODCASTS GUEST INFORMATION LinkedIn Substack Instagram   If you enjoyed today's show, please share it with a friend. Also, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast player!   *The Good Life with Michele Lamoureux podcast and content provided by Michele Lamoureux is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does NOT constitute medical, mental health, professional, personal, or any kind of advice or serve as a substitute for such advice. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user's own risk. Always consult a qualified healthcare or trusted provider for any decisions regarding your health and wellbeing. This episode may contain affiliate links.

“The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God.” Psalm 13 A man stole two sheep and thought he could seal the theft with holy words. He walked toward the monastery with perjury already formed in his mouth. He believed that if he spoke boldly enough before the relics, heaven would remain silent. This is how sin matures. Not in ignorance, but in presumption. He did not merely lie. He invoked God as witness to his lie. We imagine that oaths make us strong. In truth they expose our pride. The man who swears lightly believes he commands reality. The fathers say it is better not to swear at all. Even truth becomes dangerous when uttered without trembling. Kyriakos feared losing two sheep more than losing his soul. And so the mercy of God came to him as blows. We recoil at the severity. But what is more severe. A body struck in the night or a conscience hardened forever. The vision stripped him of speech. That is the beginning of repentance. The tongue that dared to manipulate God fell silent before Him. And then we are told something equally sharp. Another man swore not to forgive. He placed hatred beneath the Cross and called it fidelity. How often do we do the same. We baptize resentment with pious language. We defend our implacability as righteousness. We call stubbornness integrity. The elder smiled because he saw the absurdity. To swear by Christ in order to disobey Christ is madness. Repentance broke the oath. Mercy broke pride. Reconciliation restored life. Then the mothers and fathers speak of something quieter but just as deadly. Calumny. We think murder requires blood. The desert says it begins with a whisper. To listen to slander is already to participate in it. The ear becomes the accomplice of the tongue. The heart is kneaded with yeast that does not belong to it. St Synkletike says some people feed on this. It is recreation. We leave prayer and feed on stories about others. We speak of faults not to heal but to taste superiority. When we do this, prayer rots. The face of our brother becomes distorted. We no longer see an icon. We see an accusation. The fathers tell us to become as one who hears not. This is harder than speaking. Silence requires humility. It requires the refusal to be entertained by another's fall. The man who guards his tongue guards his soul. The man who refuses to swear lightly refuses to command God. The man who will not receive a vain report protects Paradise at the gate of his ear. We want refined spirituality. The desert gives us something simpler. Fear God. Guard your mouth. Refuse the whisper. Break the oath of hatred. And if you have dared to lie before Him, fall silent quickly. Better a bruised pride than a hardened heart. --- Text of chat during the group: 00:01:44 Bob Čihák, AZ: P 360, Hypothesis 48, A 00:10:52 Anna Lalonde: Hey Fr Charbel! I signed up for Saturday and I haven't gotten any emails so don't have time or zoom link. 00:11:34 Anna Lalonde: Yes I checked junk mail 00:14:56 kristy: I found it the way it was thank you! 00:16:39 Joan Chakonas: I just search under philokalia ministeries and it pops up everytime 00:17:09 Anna Lalonde: robertandannalalonde@gmail.comh 00:17:38 Bob Čihák, AZ: P 360, Hypothesis 48, A 00:22:25 Anna Lalonde: The emails from "Fr. Charbel Abernethy" are going to my Gmail "Promotions" box not my "Inbox" so I miss them. The emails from "Father Charbel" for weekly meetings come in my inbox. 00:35:07 Anthony: Kriakos must have been very serious to be carried by an ass, clip-clop what I presume are rough roads in his condition. I was hoping for a different ending. 00:40:28 John ‘Jack': I was told years ago during  confession that “thoughts are not sins” that never set well with me, what are your thoughts on this ? 00:42:46 John ‘Jack': Reacted to "I was told years ago…" with

After today's episode, head on over to @therapybookspodcast to learn about the latest giveaway and what else I am reading. *Information shared in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. On this weeks episode of What Your Therapist is Reading, Jessica Fowler speaks with Dr. Jessica Zucker about her book Normalize it: Upending the Silence, stigma and Shame that Shapes Women's Lives, (affiliate link) which examines women's experiences from girlhood through menopause, including miscarriage, body image, motherhood, and friendship, and aims to dismantle the silence, stigma, and shame surrounding them. Highlights Unspoken Pain and Joy Replace Silence with Stories Miscarriage Stigma and Shame Motherhood Without a Village Three-part framework—acknowledge it, share it, normalize it Menopause Friendship Grief and Loneliness About the author Jessica Zucker is a Los Angeles-based psychologist specializing in reproductive health and the author of the award-winning book I HAD A MISCARRIAGE: A Memoir, a Movement. Jessica is the creator of the viral #IHadaMiscarriage campaign. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, New York Magazine, Vogue, and Harvard Business Review, among others. She's been featured on NPR, CNN, The Today Show, and Good Morning America and earned advanced degrees from New York University and Harvard University. Her second book, NORMALIZE IT: Upending the Silence, Stigma, and Shame That Shape Women's Lives, is out now and available everywhere books are sold.  

Most people say they value honesty. They say hard conversations are necessary for healthy relationships. But watch what people actually do. They avoid them. They delay them. They soften them. They convince themselves that staying quiet is wisdom or patience. Sometimes they even call it “keeping the peace.” But avoiding hard conversations doesn't protect relationships. It slowly weakens them. Avoidance always charges distance. The cost is incredibly high. Every. Time. In this episode we talk about why people avoid conflict, what that avoidance is quietly doing to relationships, and why emotional maturity requires the ability to tolerate tension. Hard conversations aren't the problem. Avoidance is. If you struggle with confrontation, overthinking conversations, or resentment building in relationships, this episode will help you understand why—and what to do about it. Episode 335 of The Joe Martino Show is live.

I loved this one! Elaine Lin Hering is all about silence. Not the peaceful, meditative kind. The learned kind... The kind where you know exactly what you want to say… and then don’t. We talked about why 'just speak up' is crap advice, why some of us are post-processors who realise what we think three days later, and how hinting is not the same as being clear. Apparently 'Are you hungry?' is a yes or no question. Who knew. It’s not about saying it perfectly or getting the response you want. It’s about choice. Am I choosing to stay silent, or is silence choosing me? And yes, we absolutely unpacked my internal rage spiral over rice... That I don’t even like. Because it’s never about the rice. If you’ve ever swallowed something that mattered, told yourself a story instead of having the conversation, or realised three days later what you wish you’d said… this one will land. SPONSORED BY TESTART FAMILY LAWYERS Website: www.testartfamilylawyers.com.au ELAINE LIN HERING Website: Elaine Lin Hering – Unlearning Silence TIFFANEE COOK Linktree: linktr.ee/rollwiththepunches Website: tiffcook.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump breaks silence on obliterating Iran's Supreme Leader, Islamic Terror Attack hits Austin Texas, Wesley Hunt, Mike Cernovich and  Admiral Robert Harward  join the show. American Financing: Save with https://www.americanfinancing.net/benny NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.327% for well qualified borrowers. Call 888-528-1219 or americanfinancing.net/Benny, for details about credit costs and terms ZIP-RECRUITER: Try ZipRecruiter for FREE https://www.ziprecruiter.com/benny ARMRA: https://armra.com/BENNY or enter BENNY to get 30% off your first subscription order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if your team isn't getting along as well as you think?  What if… they're just hiding? In this episode of Shameless Leadership, we're talking about what your team might be hiding behind a facade of niceness and seemingly quiet contentment. When employees don't feel psychological safety, they edit themselves, downplay ideas, avoid disagreement, and stay quiet in meetings. Silence gets mistaken for alignment. Politeness gets labeled as trust. But often, it's fear. Fear-based compliance is one of the earliest warning signs of a toxic work environment. Psychological safety isn't soft. It's a measurable leadership skill and a foundational component of leadership development. When people don't feel safe to challenge ideas, admit mistakes, or raise concerns, innovation slows, engagement drops, and diverse voices disappear first. The cost isn't just emotional, it's operational. If you care about performance, retention, and long-term results, psychological safety must be a strategic priority as you intentionally build out your team culture. In this episode, I share a simple 5-question Psychological Safety Audit you can run anonymously with your team to assess whether they are masking behind fear. The data may surprise you. Because masking doesn't always look dramatic - it often looks like professionalism, harmony, and “everyone gets along great”. But underneath that surface, your culture may be training people to stay small, even if inadvertently. If you want to strengthen psychological safety and prevent a toxic work environment, you must lower the social cost of honesty. That means rewarding thoughtful dissent, staying regulated when challenged, and modeling curiosity instead of defensiveness. Your reactions shape your team culture more than the values on your wall. If people are masking, it's not a performance problem. It's a leadership opportunity for you to solve. Links Mentioned: Shameless Leadership Episode 930: The Hidden Costs of Women Masking at Work TED Talk: Dare To Disagree: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PY_kd46RfVE Hire Sara to speak: saradean.com/speaking Coach with Sara: https://saradean.com/executive-coaching-services Connect with Sara on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saradeanspeaks Watch Shameless Leadership episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@saradeanspeaks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grief doesn't follow a neat timeline—and it doesn't ask for your permission before it changes you. In Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, hosted by Sayan, author and grief advocate Kirsten O'Connor shares what life really looks like after sudden loss, and why “closure” is often the wrong goal. This episode is for anyone grieving—or supporting someone who is. You'll hear a grounded, honest view of grief as love, why silence can hurt more than saying the wrong thing, and how joy and sorrow can exist in the same breath. About the Guest: Kirsten O'Connor is the author of The Year After Kahlia and the founder of This Is Grief. She writes and speaks candidly about grief after the death of her 24-year-old daughter, Kahlia. 7. Episode Chapter 00:08:29 — Grief without timelines: an honest space 00:10:22 — The “before and after” identity split 00:14:19 — The biggest myths: stages, “getting over it,” moving on 00:17:03 — What to say (and how to keep the conversation open) 00:19:45 — Shock, numbness, and time feeling unreal 00:21:39 — The guilt of joy: holding two truths at once 00:30:10 — Resources, rituals, and where to find Kirsten's work Key Takeaways: Grief isn't a problem to solve—it's love that keeps going. You can't “do grief wrong”; your pace and your way are allowed. Silence and avoidance can deepen isolation—saying something imperfect is often better. Swap “I'm so sorry” with: “Can you tell me about them?” to keep connection open. Joy and grief can coexist; it's not betrayal, it's being human. How to Connect With the Guest: Website (resources + book): http://thisisgrief.nz/  Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

Trump's war with Iran is escalating fast and the consequences are spreading across the Middle East. Tommy and Ben break down the latest military operations, Iran's decision to attack countries and sow chaos across the region, and the growing regional fallout as missiles and drones hit targets from Israel to the Gulf. Then they play clips from Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's chaotic press conference and unpack their lies and incoherence, shifting war aims, and refusal to rule out boots on the ground. They explain Iran's strategy, the costly missile defense math, the risks of wider escalation — and what Democrats should be saying right now.

He worked the night shift in an old Colorado school, cleaning long after the final bell rang. From the first day, he was warned the building had a reputation.At night, the hallways felt occupied. Footsteps trailed behind him when he knew every exterior door was locked. Something once ran down the corridor, turned the corner near his office, then ran back—just out of sight.He learned to keep music playing. Silence made the school louder. One evening, he set up his phone to record in the main office. He didn't see anything. But later, tiny rocks appeared in the lobby—and his boss wanted to know where they came from.He no longer works there. But sometimes, when a building feels empty… it isn't.#HauntedSchool #NightShiftStories #ParanormalActivity #DisembodiedFootsteps #UnexplainedNoises #ShadowSightings #GhostlyEncounters #CreepyHallways #ParanormalPodcast #RealGhostStories Love real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

In this educational follow-up to Andrea's survivor story, we explore the deeper psychological themes beneath her experience — early self-blame, emotional role reversal, silence as survival, and the lasting impact of parental betrayal. We break down fear, obligation, guilt, and shame, and examine how parentification, secrecy, and high-functioning achievement can mask unresolved trauma for decades. If you've ever felt responsible for holding everything together — or struggled to speak about what happened — this episode offers clarity, reflection, and hope for healing. To but Andrea's book, click here. Click if you want to be a guest on our survivor story podcast, please send us an email at narcissistapocalypse@pm.me Click on the title to read about Coercive Control as Care: Signs & Patterns Sign up to our Domestic Violence Newsletter  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

AJ is a former senior CIA operations officer and twice-selected Chief of Station who served across the full spectrum of clandestine operations, including warzones, denied areas, and austere overseas postings. A U.S. Naval Academy graduate with a B.S. in Physics and a former Marine combat arms officer, AJ spent his career leading high-risk missions in defense of U.S. national security. In 2021, while serving in Southeast Asia, AJ experienced what he describes as a directed energy attack associated with reported Anomalous Health Incidents (AHIs). He recounts an acute neurological event followed by lasting cognitive, physical, and autonomic symptoms. Subsequent medical evaluations documented biomarkers consistent with brain injury and confirmed dysautonomia, among other measurable abnormalities. Drawing on historical research into directed energy programs and Cold War-era microwave investigations, AJ has spoken publicly about the broader national security implications of emerging non-kinetic weapons. Following his medical retirement, he became an advocate for transparency, proper medical protocols, and full implementation of the Havana Act, engaging with congressional oversight bodies and senior national security officials to push for accountability and care for affected personnel. Follow the market - https://polymarket.com/event/us-confirms-havana-syndromecausing-device-by-march-31 Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: Ready to upgrade your eyewear? Check them out at https://roka.com and use code SRS for 20% off sitewide. Find your forever cookware @hexclad and get 10% off at https://hexclad.com/srs ! #hexcladpartner If you're serious about selling to the Department of War, go to https://SBIRAdvisors.com and mention Shawn Ryan for your first month free. Live better longer with BUBS Naturals. Get 20% OFF on collagen, MCT creamers, and more with code SHAWN at bubsnaturals.com/srs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices