Podcasts about societies

Advertising guru – and the Spectator's Wiki Man columnist – Rory Sutherland joins Damian Thompson for this episode of Holy Smoke. In a wide ranging discussion, from Sigmund Freud and Max Weber to Quakers and Mormons, they discuss how some religious communities seem to be predisposed to success by virtue of their beliefs. How do spiritual choices affect consumer choices? Between Android and Apple, which is more Protestant and which is more Catholic? And what can modern Churches learn from Capitalism?Produced by Patrick Gibbons.Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts. Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Advertising guru – and the Spectator's Wiki Man columnist – Rory Sutherland joins Damian Thompson for this episode of Holy Smoke. In a wide ranging discussion, from Sigmund Freud and Max Weber to Quakers and Mormons, they discuss how some religious communities seem to be predisposed to success by virtue of their beliefs. How do spiritual choices affect consumer choices? Between Android and Apple, which is more Protestant and which is more Catholic? And what can modern Churches learn from Capitalism?Produced by Patrick Gibbons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We ask ourselves why there is so much misinformation and polarization today, but the answer is apparent to anyone paying attention: the toxic combination of arrogance and ignorance.

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คอลัมน์ “สดแต่เช้า”ปีที่5 (ตอนที่256) มโนธรรมที่ดีและบริสุทธิ์! “เปาโลจึงเพ่งดูบรรดาสมาชิกสภาแล้วกล่าวว่า “พี่น้องทั้งหลาย ข้าพเจ้าประพฤติเฉพาะพระพักตร์พระเจ้าด้วยมโนธรรมที่ดี ตราบจนถึงทุกวันนี้””‭‭ ~กิจการ‬ ‭23‬:‭1‬ ‭THSV11‬‬ “Paul looked straight at the Sanhedrin and said, “My brothers, I have fulfilled my duty to God in all good conscience to this day.””‭‭ ~Acts‬ ‭23‬:‭1‬ ‭NIV‬‬ อาจารย์เปาโลเป็นคนที่มั่นใจว่าตัวท่านเองได้ประพฤติตนด้วยมโนธรรมที่ดีเสมอมา คนที่เชื่อในพระเจ้าเช่นเดียวกับท่าน ก็ควรจะประพฤติตนตามมโนธรรมที่ดีเช่นกัน การมีมโนธรรมที่ดีจะนำมาซึ่ง ความสงบภายใน ความซื่อตรง และการทรงนำจากพระเจ้า ซึ่งเป็นแหล่งแห่งความสุขแท้ เข็มทิศของชีวิต และคำพยานของชีวิตที่ดำเนินอย่างถูกต้อง เหมือนดังคำกล่าวอันโด่งดังของJohn Wooden ที่กล่าวว่า ”ไม่มีหมอนใบ ใดจะอ่อนนุ่มเท่ากับมโนธรรมที่ใสกระจ่าง!“ (There is no pillow as soft as a clear conscience) วันนี้ มีข้อคิดเกี่ยวกับมโนธรรมมาฝากดังนี้ 1.“มโนธรรมไม่ใช่เสียงของเรา แต่คือเสียงของพระเจ้าที่สะท้อนในใจเรา.” (Conscience is not our inner echo; it is God's voice reflected within us.) 2.“คนที่ฟังมโนธรรมของตน ย่อมได้ยินเสียงกระซิบของพระวิญญาณด้วย” (Those who listen to their conscience will hear the whisper of the Spirit.) 3.“มโนธรรมของคริสเตียนได้รับการนำด้วยพระวจนะ ไม่ใช่โดยพวกมากลาก ไปในสังคม” (The Christian conscience is guided by Scripture, not by Societies.) 4.“หัวใจที่ไวรู้สึกต่อพระเจ้า คือหัวใจที่มโนธรรมยังมีชีวิตชีวา” (A heart sensitive to God is a heart whose conscience is alive.” 5.“เมื่อเราเชื่อฟังทำตามมโนธรรม เราไม่ได้เดินตามตัวเอง แต่เดินตามพระเจ้า.” (When we obey conscience, we do not follow ourselves; we follow God.) 6."มโนธรรมที่ดีไม่ได้เกิดจากความรู้สึกถูกต้อง แต่เกิดจากการดำเนินชีวิตถูกต้อง กับพระเจ้า !" ( A good conscience is not from feeling right but from walking right with God.) 7. “คริสเตียนที่ทำสิ่งถูกต้องไม่ใช่เพราะกลัวการลงโทษ แต่เพราะรักพระเจ้า.” (A Christian acts rightly not out of fear of punishment, but out of love for God.) วันนี้ขอให้ เราประพฤติปฏิบัติตนให้ดี ด้วยมโนธรรมอันบริสุทธิ์ซึ่งมาจากพระเจ้า อย่างเสมอต้นเสมอปลาย ต่อพระพักตร์ของพระเจ้า เช่นเดียวกับท่าน อาจารย์เปาโล ได้กระทำมาเป็นแบบอย่างให้เราทำตาม …จะดีไหมครับ? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ธงชัย ประดับชนานุรัตน์ 12ธันวาคม2025 (ตอนที่256ของปีที่5)#YoutubeCJCONNECT#คริสตจักรแห่งความรัก#Churchoflove #ShareTheLoveForward #ChurchOfJoy #คริสตจักรแห่งความสุข #NimitmaiChristianChurch #คริสตจักรนิมิตใหม่ #ฮักกัยประเทศไทย #อัลฟ่า #หนึ่งล้านความดี

“When you go to these associations' websites, they don't have robust staff…it's not hard to find them. You can directly engage with them and talk to them about an event that's coming up. You can identify, ‘You have a fall conference coming up. I'd love to chat with you and see how I can best support you on that.'” This week on The Speaker Lab podcast, host Grant Baldwin sits down with industry expert and regular guest Erick Rheam for a deep dive into one of the most powerful avenues for speakers: associations. If you've ever wondered what an association is, why they matter to your speaking business, or how to break into these lucrative networks, this episode is your roadmap.Throughout their conversation, Erick and Grant peel back the layers, starting with a clear definition of associations and moving into the different types. You'll hear why associations can be the “low-hanging fruit” for both new and seasoned speakers, offering paid opportunities and exposure to hundreds of decision makers at a time.Additionally, the episode covers practical strategies for researching associations in your area, using both Google and ChatGPT to quickly uncover dozens of opportunities—plus tips on who to contact inside these organizations. You'll also learn about Association Management Companies (AMCs) and Societies of Association Executives (SAEs), two insider gateways to getting in front of hundreds of associations through one well-placed showcase or breakout session.If you're nervous about reaching out or unsure about timing and how to build relationships, Erick shares actionable advice for playing the long game, planting seeds, and earning your way onto bigger stages. This episode is packed with simple tactics and inspiring stories that will help you get past the overwhelm, start building momentum, and unlock the massive potential of speaking for associations!You'll learn:Directories and resources for discovering associationsBasic definition & purpose of an associationKey characteristics of an associationThe types of associations: trade, professional, cause or mission-based, state & regionalThe benefits of being hired by associationsMatching your speaking topic to association opportunitiesWhen and how to approach associationsUsing technology to identify relevant associationsAnd much, much more!“[Showcase events for speakers] are a great way in a forty-five minute to one hour talk to get in front of one hundred one one hundred and fifty decision makers that could potentially hire you.”Episode ResourcesErick's WebsiteGet Free Speaker ResourcesBook a Call with The Speaker LabCalculate Your Speaking FeeJoin The Speaker Lab Community on FacebookSubscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on SpotifySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wendell Willkie accused FDR in 1940 of preparing to send America into a world war. Strangely, Adolf Hitler said in 1938 that if Churchill came to power, he would “immediately start a new world war.” Few would dispute that the British conspired, at least with the Poland war guarantee, to drive Germany to war with rejection of its negotiations over Danzig. If not that, Churchill's fear of an economically superior German state. Likewise, FDR supplied weapons and ships to the British, instituted a draft, and prepared for war long before Poland. Furthermore, he strangled Japan economically until they had no other choice, on top of western stagnation for negations, to respond. The end result of German and Japanese aggression is his-story, but what cultivated such conditions? That is the “back door to war” proposal.*The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below.WEBSITEFREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVE-X / TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMYOUTUBERUMBLE-BUY ME A COFFEECashApp: $rdgable PAYPAL: rdgable1991@gmail.comRyan's Books: https://thesecretteachings.info - EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / rdgable1991@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

This weekend was the anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attack, an event few call a "surprise" anymore considering the evidence it was provoked and desired to launch the U.S. into WWII. Interestingly, according to Popular Mechanics, UAP czar Luis Elizondo was investigating the UFO subject to "prevent another... Pearl Harbor." This reminds us of the PNAC report on Rebuilding America's Defences, which was thought to be unlikely fulfilled short of a "catastrophic and catalyzing event - like a new Pearl Harbor." Then, President Bush wrote in the White House daily log, "The Pearl Harbor of the 21st Century took place today." Could the "threat" of the UAP be used as an excuse to reorder society again? If there is any “alien” technology, perhaps it is hidden behind a veil of confusion; perhaps it is AI, something its engineers can build but not fully understand?*The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below.WEBSITEFREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVE-X / TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMYOUTUBERUMBLE-BUY ME A COFFEECashApp: $rdgable PAYPAL: rdgable1991@gmail.comRyan's Books: https://thesecretteachings.info - EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / rdgable1991@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

The Internal Fragility of Minoans and Mycenaeans: Colleague Eric Cline discusses the Aegean civilizations—the Minoans of Crete and Mycenaeans of Greece—as examples of societies that failed to adapt, suffering from internal "rot" and fragility possibly due to overextended construction projects and peasant rebellions triggered by drought; their collapse was absolute, resulting in the loss of the Linear B writing system, leaving later poets like Homer to reconstruct a distant, partially mythologized Bronze Age. 1958

Ryan Gable hosts Ground Zero (December 5, 2025)*The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.WEBSITEFREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVE-X / TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMYOUTUBERUMBLE-BUY ME A COFFEECashApp: $rdgable PAYPAL: rdgable1991@gmail.comRyan's Books: https://thesecretteachings.info - EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / rdgable1991@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

Chris and Jerome discuss what needs to change in St. Louis County, the shift in American cultural norms, and the rise of anti-Semitism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Msgr. Roger J. Landry National Director, The Pontifical Mission Societies Daily Reflection for December 3, 2025 Here is the video of today's reflection. The Youtube generated transcript for today’s reflection is: I’m Monsignor Roger Landry, national director of the Pontifical Mission Societies. It’s Wednesday, December 3rd, the feast of the patron of the mission, St. […] The post Daily Reflection for the Pontifical Mission Societies, December 3, 2025 appeared first on Catholic Preaching.

Do leading members of secret societies managing many of the levers of influence throughout history wield genuine “knowledge known only to the inner elites”… or is something else at play? In this Canadian Patriot Review documentary produced by Jason Dahl, narrated by Matt Ehret and based on the work of Cynthia Chung, you will be introduced to the ancient origins of the occult societies that penetrated the heart of America's intelligence agencies after the murder of William McKinley in 1901. This journey will take you into the heart of ancient occult societies that managed wars, financial and cultural policies over two millenia ago. You will learn of the underlying methodology of manipulation used to induce foolish kings and generals into self destruction during the days of the Persian Empire which continue to be used to this very day. With this overview, you will be introduced to 1) the British roots of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry founded in 1801 by British grand strategists in South Carolina, 2) a figure named Albert Pike who led in the largest expansion of this foreign agency within the USA after Lincoln's victory in 1865 and 3) the “seat of government” which 33rd degree FBI director J. Edgar Hoover managed in the USA during the course of eight presidencies. This dark history is contrasted to the courageous efforts of men who devoted their lives resisting the growth of this occult agency including President Franklin Roosevelt, Senator Thomas J Walsh, Congressman Hale Boggs, Attorney General of New Orleans Jim Garrison, Martin Luther King Jr, Bobby Kennedy and his brother John F Kennedy. This documentary was based on the essay “The Origins of America's Secret Police” by Cynthia Chung, whose new book on the growth of 20th century fascism can be purchased here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BLMBKHPX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=VSL04B95XCFO&keywords=cynthia+chung+the+empire+on+which+the+black+sun&qid=1667807978&sprefix=cynthia+chung+the+empire+on+which+the+black+sun+%2Caps%2C96&sr=8-1

Msgr. Roger J. Landry National Director, The Pontifical Mission Societies Daily Reflection for December 2, 2025 Here is the video of today's reflection. The Youtube generated transcript for today’s reflection is: I’m Monsignor Roger Landry, national director of the Pontifical Mission Societies. It’s Tuesday, December 2nd. I’m coming to you from the campus of the […] The post Daily Reflection for the Pontifical Mission Societies, December 2, 2025 appeared first on Catholic Preaching.

3/8. Ten Thousand Years of Kinship: Native American Hunter-Gatherers and Ecological Balance — Dan Flores — Following the Pliocene extinction event, North America entered a 10,000-year period characterized by hunter-gatherer societies achieving sophisticated ecological equilibrium. Flores documents that Native American peoples consciously maintained deliberately restricted human populations (fewer than five million inhabitants) to preserve biodiversity and prevent further species loss, resulting in only one documented extinction during this extended period. Flores emphasizes that these indigenous societies conceptualized wild animals as kin, celebrating them through oral traditions, stories, and sacred ceremonies, with coyote and raven functioning as ancient deities and archetypal trickster figures within cosmological frameworks. 1870

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/// Support The Scalpel with Dr. Keith Rose - Experience a Healthier You with LifeWave Phototherapy Patches. These non-transdermal, drug-free patches capture infrared light emitted by your body, reflecting it at specific wavelengths. Visit https://lifewave.com/RoseMD to learn more or call 866.202.0065 ------------------------------------------------- Dr. Keith Rose joins Debbie Farenthold on the Morning Wave for a conversation that establishes how truth and moral accountability outweigh "tolerance" in society. America's strength lies in meritocracy—not shared systems. Thanksgiving is discussed as celebrating the Pilgrims' shift from a failed communal experiment to individual land-based opportunity, which fostered merit-driven success.  Modern "tolerance" and man-made solutions (e.g., "fulfillment programs") create the "God hole"—a spiritual void that collapses when systems fail. Socialists co-opted the 1980s–90s moral majority, sacrificing truth for oppression. True progress requires returning to truth, individual responsibility, and faith-based guidance to avoid societal decay. America thrives because it was built on meritocracy, not communism.   -------------------------------------------------- /// The Scalpel is proud to partner with Brickhouse Nutrition. Dr. Rose uses and highly recommends Field of Greens. Your purchase through this link supports The Scalpel Podcast. /// https://scalpeledge.com/brickhouse --- Connect with The Scalpel: Website: https://scalpeledge.com Email: KFR@scalpeledge.com TruthSocial: @scalpeledge Rumble: @TheScalpel X: @TheScalpelEdge Instagram: @TheScalpelPodcast

Marjorie Taylor Greene has officially given her resignation for Congress and with it published a video of her reasoning. In simple terms, she says that both parties are corrupted and beholden to special interests, the President is a traitor, and nothing ever gets accomplished for the American people because most of the government serves a foreign master. Her claims, partly motivated by the Epstein coverup, infer a similar position to former representative Cynthia McKinney, who having been elected to represent her Georgia district, and to bring more about peaceful relations to Africa and withs Arabs, found her momentum thwarted by the Israel-Jewish lobby. She said loyalty pledges must be signed or Jewish money is cut off. She alluded to the fact that peaceful outreach to Muslims is strictly forbidden, though now that same money funds “radical Muslims” for show. What both MTG and McKinney have said is precisely what Reverend Ted Pike was warning about in the 80s, and Ernst Zündel in the 90s. Gathering all of this evidence helps us to further understand what exactly Germany experienced in the 1920s. We are not motivated by ideology in analyzing this, but instead a desire to get to the bottom of this golden thread and what comes next historically. Further, rabbis have been consistent in their belief that once the American people wake up to these facts, the country will be brought to utter destruction.  *The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.WEBSITEFREE ARCHIVE (w. ads) SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVE - X / TWITTERFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMYOUTUBERUMBLE-BUY ME A COFFEECashApp: $rdgable PAYPAL: rdgable1991@gmail.comRyan's Books: https://thesecretteachings.info-EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / rdgable1991@gmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.

In this world, many people give more recognition and respect to those who are considered popular and great. Societies tend to favor those with power and possessions. Sadya man o hindi, marami ring pagkakataon na mas napapahalagahan ang may matataas na pinag-aralan at achievements. Because of this, the poor and the lowly often think little of themselves.All Rights Reserved, CBN Asia Inc.https://www.cbnasia.com/giveSupport the show

Major medical societies broadly support the FDA's removal of most boxed warnings from menopausal hormone therapy, emphasizing improved access and the importance of individualized risk assessment. The Americas have lost their measles-free status due to persistent outbreaks driven by low vaccination coverage, prompting PAHO to call for renewed immunization efforts and stronger surveillance. A randomized trial in JAMA found that moderate caffeinated coffee intake may reduce recurrence of atrial fibrillation after cardioversion compared with abstinence.

Msgr. Roger J. Landry Augustine Institute, Florissant, Missouri Retreat for the Diocesan Directors of the Pontifical Mission Societies November 19, 2025 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/catholicpreaching/11.19.25_Mind_and_Heart_of_Missionaries_1.mp3 The post Having the Mind and Heart of Missionaries: Missionary Spirituality and Formation, Retreat for the Diocesan Directors of The Pontifical Mission Societies, November 19, 2025 appeared first on Catholic Preaching.

While some students may overlook law societies during their university journey, one Monash University student highlights how involvement builds key professional and personal skills, giving participants a head start in their careers. In a recent episode of The Protégé Podcast, host Grace Robbie speaks with Thomas Pereira, a law and commerce student at Monash University and serves as careers director for his university's Law Student Society, about his passion for encouraging law students to get involved in their law societies, the professional skills that can be gained through such participation, and how these experiences help students build meaningful relationships and foster a sense of community. Pereira also highlights how developing these skills provides law students with valuable real-world experience that makes them more attractive to firms and recruiters, outlines practical steps for students who want to get involved in their university law society, and shares strategies for balancing all aspects of student life – including university workload, part-time work, and personal commitments – so that students can find the time to actively participate in their law society.

If you've ever stared at a “competition worthy” image and thought, “Is this actually any good, or am I just emotionally attached and mildly delusional?” then this episode is for you. In this one, I'm lifting the lid on what really happens inside a judge's head when your prints hit the panel: the mindset you need, the mistakes we see over and over again, and the tiny details that can quietly kill an otherwise beautiful image. We'll talk blown highlights, grubby greys, over sharpening, dodgy mounts, vignettes turned up to eleven, and why blindly following the latest photo trend might actually sink your chances. We'll also get into mentors, titles, paper choice, time pressure (my personal kryptonite), and why the only real failure in competitions is not to enter at all. If you're thinking about qualifications, print comps or you just want to finish your images to a higher standard, grab a drink, have a listen, and then go and do something brave with your work. Links from this episode Workshops & mentoring: Come and spend a day (or more) with us at the studio, learning lighting, posing, dogs, families, workflow and everything in between.

Steve Stockton is joined by STARFOX to discuss ancient societies, war, conspiracies, and MORE! Find Starfox on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@starfoxmediaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/missing-persons-mysteries--5624803/support.

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In Psalm 12, David feels isolated and marginalized as a man of faith amid a rising tide of wickedness in his world.  The challenges he faced highlight a harsh reality that echoes across generations and speaks to our own era.  Societies face dire consequences when the faithful falter.  From a spiritual and moral perspective, the dangers of such a collapse are more severe and far-reaching than a nuclear Iran, a global pandemic, or another economic recession.  What unfolds when godly men and women disappear from marriages, families, churches, communities, and nations?  This message dives deep into that pressing and urgent question.

A searing account of how the international community is trying—and failing—to address the worst effects of climate change and the differential burdens borne by rich and poor countries. Climate change is increasingly accepted as a global emergency creating irrevocable losses for the planet. Yet, each country experiences these losses differently, and reaching even inadequate political agreements is fraught with contestation. Governing the End: The Making of Climate Change Loss and Damage (U Chicago Press, 2025) untangles the complex relationship between deteriorating environmental conditions, high politics, and everyday diplomatic practices, focusing on the United Nations' agreement to address “loss and damage” and subsequent battles over implementation. Lisa Vanhala looks at the differing assumptions and strategic framings that poor and rich countries bring to bear and asks why some norms emerge and diffuse while others fail to do so. Governing the End is based on ethnographic observation of eight years of UN meetings and negotiations and more than one hundred and fifty interviews with diplomats, policymakers, UN secretariat staff, experts, and activists. It explores explicit political contestation, as well as the more clandestine politics that have stymied implementation and substantially reduced the scope of compensation to poor countries. In doing so, Governing the End elucidates the successes and failures of international climate governance, revealing the importance of how ideas are constructed and then institutionally embodied. This interview was conducted by Dr. Hannah Pool, a senior researcher at the Max Planck Institute for the Studies of Societies. Her research focuses on human mobilities and her new book has just been published (2025, Oxford University Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

A searing account of how the international community is trying—and failing—to address the worst effects of climate change and the differential burdens borne by rich and poor countries. Climate change is increasingly accepted as a global emergency creating irrevocable losses for the planet. Yet, each country experiences these losses differently, and reaching even inadequate political agreements is fraught with contestation. Governing the End: The Making of Climate Change Loss and Damage (U Chicago Press, 2025) untangles the complex relationship between deteriorating environmental conditions, high politics, and everyday diplomatic practices, focusing on the United Nations' agreement to address “loss and damage” and subsequent battles over implementation. Lisa Vanhala looks at the differing assumptions and strategic framings that poor and rich countries bring to bear and asks why some norms emerge and diffuse while others fail to do so. Governing the End is based on ethnographic observation of eight years of UN meetings and negotiations and more than one hundred and fifty interviews with diplomats, policymakers, UN secretariat staff, experts, and activists. It explores explicit political contestation, as well as the more clandestine politics that have stymied implementation and substantially reduced the scope of compensation to poor countries. In doing so, Governing the End elucidates the successes and failures of international climate governance, revealing the importance of how ideas are constructed and then institutionally embodied. This interview was conducted by Dr. Hannah Pool, a senior researcher at the Max Planck Institute for the Studies of Societies. Her research focuses on human mobilities and her new book has just been published (2025, Oxford University Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

A searing account of how the international community is trying—and failing—to address the worst effects of climate change and the differential burdens borne by rich and poor countries. Climate change is increasingly accepted as a global emergency creating irrevocable losses for the planet. Yet, each country experiences these losses differently, and reaching even inadequate political agreements is fraught with contestation. Governing the End: The Making of Climate Change Loss and Damage (U Chicago Press, 2025) untangles the complex relationship between deteriorating environmental conditions, high politics, and everyday diplomatic practices, focusing on the United Nations' agreement to address “loss and damage” and subsequent battles over implementation. Lisa Vanhala looks at the differing assumptions and strategic framings that poor and rich countries bring to bear and asks why some norms emerge and diffuse while others fail to do so. Governing the End is based on ethnographic observation of eight years of UN meetings and negotiations and more than one hundred and fifty interviews with diplomats, policymakers, UN secretariat staff, experts, and activists. It explores explicit political contestation, as well as the more clandestine politics that have stymied implementation and substantially reduced the scope of compensation to poor countries. In doing so, Governing the End elucidates the successes and failures of international climate governance, revealing the importance of how ideas are constructed and then institutionally embodied. This interview was conducted by Dr. Hannah Pool, a senior researcher at the Max Planck Institute for the Studies of Societies. Her research focuses on human mobilities and her new book has just been published (2025, Oxford University Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/world-affairs

A searing account of how the international community is trying—and failing—to address the worst effects of climate change and the differential burdens borne by rich and poor countries. Climate change is increasingly accepted as a global emergency creating irrevocable losses for the planet. Yet, each country experiences these losses differently, and reaching even inadequate political agreements is fraught with contestation. Governing the End: The Making of Climate Change Loss and Damage (U Chicago Press, 2025) untangles the complex relationship between deteriorating environmental conditions, high politics, and everyday diplomatic practices, focusing on the United Nations' agreement to address “loss and damage” and subsequent battles over implementation. Lisa Vanhala looks at the differing assumptions and strategic framings that poor and rich countries bring to bear and asks why some norms emerge and diffuse while others fail to do so. Governing the End is based on ethnographic observation of eight years of UN meetings and negotiations and more than one hundred and fifty interviews with diplomats, policymakers, UN secretariat staff, experts, and activists. It explores explicit political contestation, as well as the more clandestine politics that have stymied implementation and substantially reduced the scope of compensation to poor countries. In doing so, Governing the End elucidates the successes and failures of international climate governance, revealing the importance of how ideas are constructed and then institutionally embodied. This interview was conducted by Dr. Hannah Pool, a senior researcher at the Max Planck Institute for the Studies of Societies. Her research focuses on human mobilities and her new book has just been published (2025, Oxford University Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/environmental-studies

Today we dive into the field of education in emergencies, highlighting its entanglements with colonialism, empire, and racial capitalism. My guest is Jess Oddy. Jess Oddy is a researcher at the university of Bristol and has worked in various capacities in the field of education in emergencies. Her new article is “Retelling education in emergencies through the black radical tradition: on racial capitalism critical race theory and fugitivity,” which was published in Globalisation, Societies and Education. Citation: Oddy, Jess with Will Brehm, FreshEd, 344, podcast audio, March 4, 2024. https://freshedpodcast.com/oddy/ -- Get in touch! Twitter: @FreshEdpodcast Facebook: FreshEd Email: info@freshedpodcast.com

"Doom-prepping" tech billionaires have been in the headlines recently and whether it's ecological crisis or a breakdown in law and order, fear of societal collapse seems to lurk in the background of a lot of discussion in politics and wider society. But what does it mean? When has it happened in the past? Can we avoid it – or survive it – in the future? Joining presenter Shahidha Bari for Radio 4's roundtable discussion about the ideas shaping our world are: Luke Kemp from the Cambridge Centre for the Study of Existential Risk, the writer and commentator Peter Hitchens, classical historian Neville Morley, historian of modern politics Phil Tinline and Rhiannon Firth, sociologist at University College London.Producer: Luke Mulhall

Seth Stewart's remarkable journey took him from performing on the world's biggest stages to embarking on a seven-year spiritual odyssey that reshaped his identity and purpose. After his tenure in hit Broadway shows like Hamilton, Seth felt a deep calling to leave the spotlight behind and seek meaning beyond his public persona. During this transformative period, he immersed himself in nature, traveled extensively, practiced primitive living skills, and devoted himself to self-inquiry and healing. Through this process, Seth learned to listen to his internal compass and dedicate his work to helping others discover their authentic path. Central to Seth's current mission is the True Kings Academy, a community dedicated to empowering men through healing, leadership, and authentic connection, as well as Performers Edge, which mentors the next generation of artists. Seth's approach weaves together spiritual grounding with practical advice, helping others balance self-realization with real-world responsibilities—such as financial stability and community service. His story highlights the importance of self-reflection, gratitude, and resilience, while encouraging men to be anchors of light in their families and communities. If you're seeking inspiration or practical tools for your own journey, check out Seth's new book, Follow Your Vision, Live Your Truth, where he shares his powerful insights and exercises for personal growth. For more on Seth's work—visit his website and discover how you, too, can follow your heart, ground your vision, and ignite positive change in the world. For the accessible version of the podcast, go to our Ziotag gallery.We're happy you're here! Like the pod?Support the podcast and receive discounts from our sponsors: https://yourbrandamplified.codeadx.me/Leave a rating and review on your favorite platformFollow @yourbrandamplified on the socialsTalk to my digital avatar Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Walking along the Housatonic River, Lev Natan reflects on the ancient roots of partnership culture and how reconnecting with our ancestral wisdom can guide us through today's ecological and social crises. Drawing from Jewish mysticism, Riane Eisler's work, and personal inquiry, he invites listeners to rediscover cooperation, empathy, and regeneration as pathways toward a more viable future.______Rooted in ancient wisdom, we are growing a partnership culture for our regenerative future.www.avf.earth

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R. Jisung Park is assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania, where he holds appointments in the School of Social Policy and Practice and the Wharton School of Business.It's hard not to feel anxious about the problem of climate change, especially if we think of it as an impending planetary catastrophe. In Slow Burn: The Hidden Costs of a Warming World (Princeton UP, 2025), R. Jisung Park encourages us to view climate change through a different lens: one that focuses less on the possibility of mass climate extinction in a theoretical future, and more on the everyday implications of climate change here and now.Drawing on a wealth of new data and cutting-edge economics, Park shows how climate change headlines often miss some of the most important costs. When wildfires blaze, what happens to people downwind of the smoke? When natural disasters destroy buildings and bridges, what happens to educational outcomes? Park explains how climate change operates as the silent accumulation of a thousand tiny conflagrations: imperceptibly elevated health risks spread across billions of people; pennies off the dollar of productivity; fewer opportunities for upward mobility.By investigating how the physical phenomenon of climate change interacts with social and economic institutions, Park illustrates how climate change already affects everyone, and may act as an amplifier of inequality. Wealthier households and corporations may adapt quickly, but, without targeted interventions, less advantaged communities may not.Viewing climate change as a slow and unequal burn comes with an important silver lining. It puts dollars and cents behind the case for aggressive emissions cuts and helps identify concrete steps that can be taken to better manage its adverse effects. We can begin to overcome our climate anxiety, Park shows us, when we begin to tackle these problems locally. This interview was conducted by Dr. Hannah Pool, a senior researcher at the Max Planck Institute for the Studies of Societies. Her research focuses on human mobilities and her new book has just been published (2025, Oxford University Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

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R. Jisung Park is assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania, where he holds appointments in the School of Social Policy and Practice and the Wharton School of Business.It's hard not to feel anxious about the problem of climate change, especially if we think of it as an impending planetary catastrophe. In Slow Burn: The Hidden Costs of a Warming World (Princeton UP, 2025), R. Jisung Park encourages us to view climate change through a different lens: one that focuses less on the possibility of mass climate extinction in a theoretical future, and more on the everyday implications of climate change here and now.Drawing on a wealth of new data and cutting-edge economics, Park shows how climate change headlines often miss some of the most important costs. When wildfires blaze, what happens to people downwind of the smoke? When natural disasters destroy buildings and bridges, what happens to educational outcomes? Park explains how climate change operates as the silent accumulation of a thousand tiny conflagrations: imperceptibly elevated health risks spread across billions of people; pennies off the dollar of productivity; fewer opportunities for upward mobility.By investigating how the physical phenomenon of climate change interacts with social and economic institutions, Park illustrates how climate change already affects everyone, and may act as an amplifier of inequality. Wealthier households and corporations may adapt quickly, but, without targeted interventions, less advantaged communities may not.Viewing climate change as a slow and unequal burn comes with an important silver lining. It puts dollars and cents behind the case for aggressive emissions cuts and helps identify concrete steps that can be taken to better manage its adverse effects. We can begin to overcome our climate anxiety, Park shows us, when we begin to tackle these problems locally. This interview was conducted by Dr. Hannah Pool, a senior researcher at the Max Planck Institute for the Studies of Societies. Her research focuses on human mobilities and her new book has just been published (2025, Oxford University Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/world-affairs

R. Jisung Park is assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania, where he holds appointments in the School of Social Policy and Practice and the Wharton School of Business.It's hard not to feel anxious about the problem of climate change, especially if we think of it as an impending planetary catastrophe. In Slow Burn: The Hidden Costs of a Warming World (Princeton UP, 2025), R. Jisung Park encourages us to view climate change through a different lens: one that focuses less on the possibility of mass climate extinction in a theoretical future, and more on the everyday implications of climate change here and now.Drawing on a wealth of new data and cutting-edge economics, Park shows how climate change headlines often miss some of the most important costs. When wildfires blaze, what happens to people downwind of the smoke? When natural disasters destroy buildings and bridges, what happens to educational outcomes? Park explains how climate change operates as the silent accumulation of a thousand tiny conflagrations: imperceptibly elevated health risks spread across billions of people; pennies off the dollar of productivity; fewer opportunities for upward mobility.By investigating how the physical phenomenon of climate change interacts with social and economic institutions, Park illustrates how climate change already affects everyone, and may act as an amplifier of inequality. Wealthier households and corporations may adapt quickly, but, without targeted interventions, less advantaged communities may not.Viewing climate change as a slow and unequal burn comes with an important silver lining. It puts dollars and cents behind the case for aggressive emissions cuts and helps identify concrete steps that can be taken to better manage its adverse effects. We can begin to overcome our climate anxiety, Park shows us, when we begin to tackle these problems locally. This interview was conducted by Dr. Hannah Pool, a senior researcher at the Max Planck Institute for the Studies of Societies. Her research focuses on human mobilities and her new book has just been published (2025, Oxford University Press). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/environmental-studies

00:00 Intro01:14 Chinese Spy Tied to Elected US Official Pleads Guilty03:40 Trump Set to Embark on Asia Tour07:09 Bessent, Greer Heading to Malaysia to Meet CCP Officials08:26 China Requests Sensitive Info From U.S. Chipmakers09:21 Cambodian Tycoon Charged With Fraud Linked to China Intel Agency11:37 Japanese Shipbuilders to Invest $2 Billion to Double Output13:18 Trump Admin Weighs Major Retaliation Against China14:45 US to Resume Distributing Aid to Farmers15:27 Copley Unpacks the Rise and Fall of Societies

Pope Leo is the first missionary Pope since St. Peter, and it is already quite evident how his formation as a missionary in Peru is guiding his papal ministry. Msgr. Roger Landry, the National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the United States, shares how the Holy Father is walking in the footsteps of his predecessors by first reminding us that we are called to "go out to all the world and share the good news" with a missionary mindset and a willing heart. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/)

Who pays you, and how, for your work as a physical therapist? How health care is funded has implications for the way you work, and for the care that you can provide for patients. Societies all around the world are grappling with complex decisions about health care and how it is funded. Even more so as changing populations place different demands on health care systems, and as the health work force changes. Today, Dr Chris Bise (Assistant Professor, University of Pittsburgh) explains the changing face of health care funding, and what it means for the physical therapist. Chris has 25 years of experience as a physical therapist and health system analyst who studies value-based health care and physical therapy practice - trying to find better ways of funding health care to deliver outcomes that satisfy patients, clinicians and payers. ------------------------------ RESOURCES Building the foundation for value-based physical therapy: https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2025.13586 Perspectives for Payers - Heel pain/plantarfasciopathy: https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2025.0502 Perspectives for Payers - Achilles tendinopathy: https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2025.0503

The Vulnerability of Mycenaeans and Minoans: Internal Decay and Collapse (Redux) AUTHOR NAME: Eric Cline BOOK TITLE: After 1177 BC, The Survival of Civilizations This discussion reiterates that the Minoans and Mycenaeans exemplify societies that did not survive the Bronze Age collapse, ranking them low on resilience. They are thought to have been fragile internally, collapsing under stress, potentially due to overextended ambitious construction projects. Their administrative writing (Linear B) offers no explanations for their demise, but names of their gods continued into the Iron Age.

Assyrian Resilience: Leadership and Perpetual Warfare after 1177 BC AUTHOR NAME: Eric Cline BOOK TITLE: After 1177 BC, The Survival of Civilizations Professor Cline analyzes why societies like the Assyrians survived the 1177 BC collapse, identifying their successful leadership and redundant systems (government, military, writing). Since trade partners vanished, Assyrian leaders resorted to war almost yearly to acquire necessary resources. Their complex relationship with the Babylonians involved periods of alliance and fighting until the Babylonians eventually defeated them centuries later.

The Vulnerability of Mycenaeans and Minoans: Internal Decay and Collapse AUTHOR NAME: Eric Cline BOOK TITLE: After 1177 BC, The Survival of Civilizations The Minoans and Mycenaeans are considered examples of societies that failed to survive the catastrophe. Though seemingly vibrant, they may have been vulnerable and rotted internally, collapsing when stressors hit, possibly due to overextension on ambitious construction projects. Writing from the era (Linear B) is purely administrative, providing no records of the reasons for their demise or leadership quality. Their societies vanish completely by the 11th century BC.

Luis Manuel Tumialán, MD, Professor of Neurological Surgery, American Board of Neurological Surgery, Director of the Council of State Neurosurgical Societies, and Chair at Barrow Brain and Spine, discusses workforce issues and solutions within the medical field. He addresses challenges faced by physicians and calls for meaningful change to strengthen the healthcare industry and support those on the front lines of care.

On the West Coast of the United States stands a majestic volcano holding secrets THEY DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW. Mt. Shasta, home to secret White Supremacist cults, lizard people, and of course, aliens. "Strange and Unexplained" is a podcast from Grab Bag Collab & Three Goose Entertainment and is a journey into the uncomfortable and the unknowable that will leave you both laughing and sleeping with the lights on. You can get early and ad-free episodes on the Grab Bag Patreon page.  Follow us on Instagram Episode Sponsors: Ollie. Take the guesswork out of your dog's well-being. Go to ollie.com/strange and use code strange to get 60% off your first box! Quince. Find your fall staples at Quince. Visit Quince.com/strange for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Cornbread Hemp. Right now, SNU listeners can save 30% on their first order! Just head to cornbreadhemp.com/STRANGE and use code STRANGE at checkout. 

Updates available on militarymoneymanual.com/shutdown Air Force Aid Society – Falcon Loans up to $1,500 and Standard Assistance, up to 24 months of repayment. Space Force also eligible. Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society – Quick Assist Loan and Financial Assistance available Army Emergency Relief – Normally assistance available same day but no later than 48 hours. AER will provide rapid, zero-interest loans to help cover financial needs until normal operations and back pay resume. Assistance is available up to the amount of one net paycheck (maximum $6,000), with repayment beginning once pay is restored. If you or someone you know may be affected, please share this information. More information here. Coast Guard Mutual Assistance – Quick Loan program up to $1,000, Shutdown Loan up to 1 month's BAH per month USAA Government Shutdown Program 0% loan, credit check required, up to $6,000 Navy Federal Government Shutdown Assistance, Paycheck Assistance Program 0%, no credit check required, up to $6,000 PenFed Service Credit Union Spencer Reese delivers a timely solo episode addressing the 2025 federal government shutdown and its impact on military families. Recorded on October 8th, just days into the shutdown, this episode provides practical, actionable guidance on navigating the financial challenges of missed paychecks, accessing zero-interest loans from military-friendly banks, and protecting yourself from shutdown-related scams. While the Military Money Manual typically focuses on evergreen content, this episode addresses an urgent situation affecting active duty service members, federal employees, and military contractors. Topics Covered Government Shutdown Basics: Active duty military deemed mission essential, must continue reporting to work October 1st paycheck protected (work performed in September) October 15th paycheck at risk Historical precedent: 2018-2019 Coast Guard missed paychecks for 35 days Backpay is guaranteed by law once shutdown ends Veterans, retirees, VA disability, and Social Security payments protected (separate funding sources) USAA Government Shutdown Assistance Program: https://www.usaa.com/support/government-shutdown-program/ Zero-interest loan: $500-$6,000 based on last direct deposit amount Requirements: Direct deposit established before shutdown, at least one qualifying deposit in 30 days prior, US/military address (APO/FPO/DPO), credit approval required Repayment: 3 months, two equal installments (first payment ~60 days, second ~90 days) Additional relief: Auto/property insurance payment relief Credit cards: 3-month payment extension Consumer loans: 2-month extension with no interest Overdraft fees waived Home equity lines: 3-month payment extension Navy Federal Paycheck Assistance Program: https://www.navyfederal.org/about/government-shutdown.html Zero-interest loan: $250-$6,000 based on last direct deposit Major advantages: No credit check, not reported to credit bureaus Eligibility: Federal employees, active duty service members, federal contractors paid directly by government (broader than USAA) Registration deadline: Day before scheduled payday for funds on normal pay date (can register up to 3 days after, but won't receive funds immediately) Automatic repayment: Once direct deposit resumes, Navy Federal automatically deducts loan amount Backup repayment: If shutdown continues, repayment occurs 6 days after loan receipt Service Credit Union Options: 0% APR for up to 4 months No payments for up to 90 days Up to $5,000 for qualifying members Standard underwriting criteria applies (may require credit check) Military Aid Societies (All Interest-Free): Air Force Aid Society – Falcon Loans up to $1,500 and Standard Assistance, up to 24 months of repayment. Space Force also eligible. Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society – Quick Assist Loan and Financial Assistance available Army Emergency Relief – Normally assistance available same day but no later than 48 hours. AER will provide rapid, zero-interest loans to help cover financial needs until normal operations and back pay resume. Assistance is available up to the amount of one net paycheck (maximum $6,000), with repayment beginning once pay is restored. If you or someone you know may be affected, please share this information. More information here. Coast Guard Mutual Assistance – Quick Loan program up to $1,000, Shutdown Loan up to 1 month's BAH per month Historical Context: 2011: Near shutdown (averted) 2013: 16-day shutdown 2018: 3-day shutdown 2018-2019: 35-day shutdown (Coast Guard NOT paid) Bipartisan political theater regardless of which party controls Congress Military pay typically protected by last-minute "Pay Our Troops Act" Immediate Action Steps Reduce non-essential expenses - No big purchases or travel bookings Contact lenders - Request payment deferrals on mortgage, car, rent, student loans, credit cards Apply for 0% loans - Through USAA, Navy Federal, or Service Credit Union if needed Reach out to aid societies - Before considering any payday loans, auto title loans, or carrying credit card debt Watch for scams - Only use verified websites (USAA.com, NavyFederal.org), hang up and call back on suspicious calls Long-Term Action Steps Build an emergency fund - Minimum $1,000, ideally $10,000+ Switch to military-friendly bank - If current bank doesn't offer shutdown assistance Break paycheck-to-paycheck cycle - If missing one paycheck derails your finances, you have a financial emergency Turn off the news - Constant updates increase anxiety without adding value Focus on what you can control - Maintain internal locus of control Critical Security Warnings Scam Prevention: Only access programs through official websites: USAA.com and NavyFederal.org DO NOT use payday lenders or auto title loan companies DO NOT go through intermediaries If you receive a phone call claiming to be from Navy Federal or USAA, hang up and call back using verified number from app or official website Verify all communications independently Key Takeaways Don't panic - This has happened before and will likely happen again You will be backpaid - Military pay typically protected; backpay is guaranteed by law Assistance is available - Multiple 0% loan options and interest-free aid society loans Use this as motivation - Build financial resilience and emergency funds Emergency funds are essential - Perfect example of why military members need cash reserves Related Episodes Episode 95: Previous government shutdown episode (check for still-relevant information) Resources & Links Military-Friendly Banks: USAA.com - Government shutdown assistance NavyFederal.org - Paycheck assistance program Service Credit Union - Shutdown loan program Military Aid Societies (Interest-Free Loans): Air Force Aid Society - Covers Air Force and Space Force Navy Marine Corps Relief Society - Quick assist loans Army Emergency Relief - Same-day to 48-hour assistance Coast Guard Mutual Assistance - Quick loan program Apply for Assistance: Register with Navy Federal by day before payday for funds on schedule USAA requires credit approval (new requirement) Aid societies offer interest-free alternatives to commercial loans Who This Episode Is For Active duty military facing potential missed paychecks Federal employees impacted by shutdown Federal contractors paid directly by government Military spouses managing finances during shutdown Anyone needing immediate financial assistance during government disruptions Contact Information Host: Spencer Reese Connect: Website: MilitaryMoneyManual.com Instagram: @MilitaryMoneyManual Share this episode with others in your unit or squadron so they know the steps to take during a government shutdown. 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