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Covino & Rich get into their Old-School topic of the week! Sparked by a Tom Brady/Gisele anniversary, 'Old-School When 50 Hits' is greatest power couples of all-time! They take fun calls from all over the country. Plus, C&R-SHOW-and-TELL & a raw eggs heater!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I'm chatting with Alex, a former middle school teacher turned stay-at-home mama who built a fast-growing handmade Etsy shop selling sensory play kits. Alex shares how she used Facebook groups, live markets, and her personal network to drive early traffic—creating momentum that led to faster organic Etsy sales. Tune in for a powerful reminder that you can prime the Etsy algorithm to start seeing results. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com    STUFF I MENTIONED:  Profittree: The In Demand badge is BACK!!! Plus tags for every listing. Check out ProfitTree's new product research tool ETSY RADAR:  https://lifetime.profittree.io/?via=lizzie87 Get the best profit tracking tool to help you know your numbers AND a product research tool for a one time fee of $67. (completely insane) Profittree Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VO7Ra18ZPTw&t=1s Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society   FIND ALEX: Instagram: @TinyTactileByAlex   HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop  ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ----------------------

For the second year in a row, the Annie Malone May Day Parade has been postponed. To understand why the event has been such a beloved St. Louis tradition, we revisit a March 2025 conversation about Annie Malone: the namesake of the parade who was the country's first Black female millionaire, and a philanthropic and cultural force.

Mike Tappert reveals how stepping away from full remodels and focusing on exteriors transformed his growth path. He shares why niching down into roofing created stronger cash flow and a clearer direction for his business. Mike's turning point came when he hired a coach and began building the systems he needed to scale as well as the personal disciplines that shape how he leads today. From marketing decisions to business leadership strategy, this episode invites listeners to question what needs to change before the next level of growth. In this episode you will learn: The tools and frameworks coaching introduced into his business The strategy behind rebranding and launching Upper West Exteriors How he evaluates Meta versus Google marketing performance The business and life habits he incorporated after he stopped drinking The strongest advice he gives contractors ready to grow Listen to the episode to learn more. Resources: Visit the Upper West Exteriors website here.

On this episode of Travis Makes Money, Travis Chappell sits down with his producer Eric for a candid, philosophical conversation about success, ambition, and the hidden drivers behind hustle culture. Sparked by a clip from Arthur Brooks on the Modern Wisdom, the conversation explores whether workaholism is a virtue—or a pathology rooted in childhood validation. They unpack the difference between building success from purpose versus insecurity, debate the long-term costs of extreme ambition, and ask a powerful question: Are you climbing the right mountain? On this episode we talk about: The difference between healthy ambition and addiction to achievement Whether workaholism is driven by purpose—or by unresolved insecurity How success can become a substitute for love, validation, or identity Why you should regularly “audit” your life and goals Reverse-engineering your ideal lifestyle instead of blindly chasing bigger numbers Top 3 Takeaways Examine your driver. Are you being pulled by purpose—or pushed by a hole you're trying to fill? Climb the right mountain. Success requires sacrifice, so make sure it's aimed at a life you actually want. Money solves money problems—not fulfillment. Financial freedom matters, but it won't fix broken priorities or relationships. Notable Quotes "Is it something good in you that's pulling you forward—or something broken that's pushing you?" "It takes a lot of effort to climb a mountain, so you better make sure you're climbing the right one." "Money only solves your money problems." Connect with Travis Chappell: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travischappell Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/traviscchappell Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travischappell Other: https://travischappell.com  Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.  Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.  Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Mind Bully Podcast, Norense addresses suicidal thoughts, suicidal ideation, performance-based identity, burnout, and spiritual warfare in the mind. Sparked by the tragic loss of NFL athlete Rondale Moore, this conversation confronts what happens when high performers feel empty, isolated, or defined by achievement.If you've ever tied your worth to your job, numbers, title, relationship, or performance, this episode reminds you of a deeper truth: your identity is not built on achievement — it is rooted in who God says you are.This episode covers:Christian mental health and suicidal ideationPerformance-based self-worthIdentity in Christ vs identity in achievementSpiritual warfare and the battle of the mindSuppression, burnout, and coping cyclesWorship and Scripture as tools for renewalGenesis 1:26 and being made in the image of GodPurpose beyond professionYou are not your worst season.You are not your numbers.You are not worthless.You are needed here.MIND BULLY PODCAST:SpotifyApple PodcastsSOCIALS:@kingno_@mindbullypodcast If this episode impacted you, rate and review the podcast to help this message reach more homes and hearts.If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 in the U.S. for immediate support.

 With host retail coach Wendy Batten   https://wendybatten.com/podcast-intro/   Episode Overview In this episode, I'm sharing a practical look at the power of a monthly business debrief. Sparked by a coaching client who resisted the process at first, this conversation walks through what a debrief actually is, why it matters, and how it can be done in as little as 15 minutes per month. We all have that kind of time! For experienced shop owners who feel profitable but unclear, busy but reactive, this episode offers a grounded structure for closing out the month with intention. Wendy explains how reviewing key numbers, marketing efforts, operations, and priorities can help you move from running on memory and mood to leading with clarity. If you want to feel more in control of your shop and less overwhelmed by it, this episode outlines a simple habit that can shift how you lead your business: the monthly debrief. Our Key Topics What a monthly business debrief is and why it matters The difference between rolling into the next month and intentionally closing one out Reviewing key performance indicators such as sales, profit, margin, inventory, and marketing metrics Evaluating marketing, events, and promotions to see what translated into revenue Looking at financial health through a profitability lens Using an operational checklist to assess team energy, customer feedback, and flow in the shop Identifying the "big rocks" that deserve focus next month Aligning monthly reflection with 90-day planning Moving from reactive decision-making to pattern recognition Key Takeaways about the Monthly Debrief A monthly debrief can be a simple 15 minute CEO activity that builds clarity over time. We have a tendency to just keep rolling from one month to the next, but the truth is you don't need a ton of time to do a debrief. Take 15 minutes and do it. Looking at patterns in pricing, marketing, and operations can help you identify and stop potential issues before they start. What KPIs do you want to track? What metrics are important to you? (Sales, profit margin, average order value, foot traffic, etc.)   Sales alone do not equal success; profits and clarity matter more. Where did your PROFITS come from this month? How can you replicate that in future months?   Measuring what you worked on shows whether your efforts actually translated into revenue and profits. Which events worked? Which didn't? Did you advertise on a billboard or elsewhere? Did it bring in new customers? Did you send out weekly emails that brought new customers in?   Consistency over several months builds confidence and a greater sense of control. You don't have to keep "remembering" month after month. You'll have it all on paper so you can refer back and begin making decisions based on the patterns the monthly debriefs reveal.   "Stop running your shop on just memory and mood." -Wendy Batten If you have been moving from month to month without stopping, this is your invitation to pause, reflect, and give yourself that simple monthly date with your business. Resources Mentioned and Related Episodes: Profit Planning Masterclass: (free for Inner Circle members and Mastermind members) Go from not knowing the RIGHT numbers to easily finding more profit in your business using my simple "back of the napkin" training.   Join my Love List!   Episode 263: Why CEO Time Isn't Optional in Your Retail Business Episode 197: The Monthly Debrief: A Simple Activity All Retail Shop Owners Should Be Doing About your host, Wendy Batten In case we haven't met…I'm Wendy Batten. I've been a small business owner, coach, and mentor for over 25 years. I help thoughtful, established entrepreneurs step into their role as CEO and build businesses that are profitable, meaningful, and supportive of the lives they want to live. My work blends real-world strategy with a life-first philosophy, shaped by lived experience, not theory. I've been there! Through honest conversations and practical insight, I invite you into bigger thinking about leadership, possibility, and how to build both business and life on purpose. For more support from Wendy Hang out and connect with Wendy on IG All of Wendy's current programs and services for shop owners can be found HERE.  Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the Creative Shop Talk Podcast and get the tools, inspiration, and strategies you need to thrive as an independent retailer.Click here to subscribe to iTunes!  Loved the episode? Leave a quick review on iTunes- your reviews help other retailers find my podcast, and they're also fun for me to go in and read. Just click here to review, select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. So grateful for you! Thank you!

This video reflects on the meaning of humanity as a serious philosophical concept rather than a hollow slogan. Sparked by a conversation with a pro–Islamic Republic supporter who could not define the word he frequently used, the text exposes how language is often emptied of meaning to avoid moral responsibility. Drawing on Kant and Aristotle, humanity is defined as moral autonomy, reason, speech, and accountability. A system that silences dialogue, instrumentalises human life, and replaces reason with force cannot claim humanity. The refusal to define humanity is therefore not ignorance, but a conscious evasion of ethical truth!

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Brian, Bryce, and Andrew all discuss what sparked their love for video games.

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Fluent Fiction - Dutch: Tech Triumph: How a Power Outage Sparked Johan's Success Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/nl/episode/2026-02-20-23-34-02-nl Story Transcript:Nl: In het hart van de "Silicon Canals", de bruisende tech-hub van Amsterdam, stond een modern, chic co-working space.En: In the heart of the "Silicon Canals", the bustling tech hub of Amsterdam, stood a modern, chic co-working space.Nl: Buiten was het winter, en de grachten waren bedekt met een dun laagje ijs.En: Outside it was winter, and the canals were covered with a thin layer of ice.Nl: Binnen heerste een drukke sfeer.En: Inside, there was a busy atmosphere.Nl: Overal zaten jonge ondernemers met laptops, gefocust op hun dromen.En: Everywhere, young entrepreneurs sat with laptops, focused on their dreams.Nl: Johan stond op het punt zijn grote presentatie te geven.En: Johan was about to give his big presentation.Nl: Hij was een ambitieuze tech-ondernemer, die een startup had opgericht met een revolutionair idee.En: He was an ambitious tech entrepreneur who had founded a startup with a revolutionary idea.Nl: Maar diep van binnen had Johan een angst voor falen.En: But deep inside, Johan had a fear of failing.Nl: Vandaag zou hij voor een belangrijke groep investeerders spreken, en hij wilde niets liever dan indruk op hen maken.En: Today he would speak before an important group of investors, and he wanted nothing more than to impress them.Nl: Naast hem zaten zijn collega's, Sanne en Martijn.En: Next to him were his colleagues, Sanne and Martijn.Nl: Zij hielpen hem met de voorbereiding.En: They were helping him with the preparation.Nl: "Adem in, adem uit," zei Sanne glimlachend.En: "Breathe in, breathe out," said Sanne with a smile.Nl: "Je doet het geweldig."En: "You're doing great."Nl: De presentatiezaal was gevuld.En: The presentation room was filled.Nl: De investeerders keken geïnteresseerd, hun pennen en notitieblokken gereed.En: The investors looked interested, their pens and notepads ready.Nl: Johan zette zijn laptop aan en ademde diep.En: Johan turned on his laptop and took a deep breath.Nl: Maar net toen hij de eerste dia wilde laten zien, ging het licht uit.En: But just as he was about to show the first slide, the lights went out.Nl: Een stroomstoring.En: A power outage.Nl: Een golf van paniek ging door de zaal.En: A wave of panic went through the room.Nl: Maar Johan wist dat dit zijn moment was.En: But Johan knew this was his moment.Nl: Hij besloot om zonder technologie verder te gaan.En: He decided to proceed without technology.Nl: "Dames en heren," begon hij.En: "Ladies and gentlemen," he began.Nl: Zijn stem was eerst zacht, maar werd steeds sterker.En: His voice was initially soft but grew stronger.Nl: "Ik wil mijn verhaal met jullie delen."En: "I want to share my story with you."Nl: Johan vertelde over zijn jeugd en zijn passie voor technologie.En: Johan talked about his childhood and his passion for technology.Nl: Hij sprak over de missie van zijn startup en hoe deze de wereld zou verbeteren.En: He spoke about the mission of his startup and how it would improve the world.Nl: Zijn woorden kwamen recht uit zijn hart, en elke zin droeg zijn oprechte enthousiasme over.En: His words came straight from his heart, and every sentence conveyed his genuine enthusiasm.Nl: De investeerders luisterden geboeid.En: The investors listened captivated.Nl: Ze zagen het vuur in zijn ogen en de passie in zijn stem.En: They saw the fire in his eyes and the passion in his voice.Nl: Zelfs zonder dia's en grafieken wist Johan hen te raken.En: Even without slides and graphs, Johan managed to touch them.Nl: Net toen Johan klaar was met zijn verhaal, floepte het licht weer aan.En: Just as Johan finished his story, the lights came back on.Nl: De zaal was stil.En: The room was silent.Nl: Johan keek om zich heen en zag bewondering in de ogen van de investeerders.En: Johan looked around and saw admiration in the eyes of the investors.Nl: Met een gevoel van opluchting en trots realiseerde Johan zich dat hij iets belangrijks had geleerd.En: With a feeling of relief and pride, Johan realized he had learned something important.Nl: Hij had niet alleen hun interesse gewonnen zonder technologie, maar ook zijn eigen angst voor publiekspreken overwonnen.En: Not only had he captured their interest without technology, but he had also conquered his own fear of public speaking.Nl: Bij de uitgang klopte Sanne hem op zijn schouder.En: At the exit, Sanne patted him on the shoulder.Nl: "Je hebt ze overtuigd," zei ze trots.En: "You convinced them," she said proudly.Nl: Buiten viel de eerste sneeuwvlok.En: Outside, the first snowflake fell.Nl: Johan keek naar de glinsterende grachten en wist dat dit slechts het begin was van iets groots.En: Johan looked at the glistening canals and knew that this was just the beginning of something big.Nl: Vandaag had hij meer dan alleen investeringen gewonnen; hij had vertrouwen in zichzelf gevonden.En: Today he had won more than just investments; he had found confidence in himself. Vocabulary Words:hub: hubwinter: winterice: ijsambitious: ambitieuzerevolutionary: revolutionairfailing: faleninvestors: investeerderscolleagues: collega'spreparation: voorbereidingsmile: glimlachendpresentation: presentatieoutage: stroomstoringpanic: paniekLadies and gentlemen: Dames en herenchildhood: jeugdmission: missieenthusiasm: enthousiasmecaptivated: geboeidslide: diagraphs: grafiekenadmiration: bewonderingpride: trotsfear: angstpublic speaking: publieksprekenconvinced: overtuigdsnowflake: sneeuwvlokglistening: glinsterendeconfidence: vertrouwenbeginning: beginimpress: indruk maken

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Jim and Lauren dive into the late-80s Sears exclusive Disney World Town Square replica - the ambitious “starter set” that promised Main Street magic at home just as Disney Stores began popping up in malls nationwide. Lauren's Valentine's gift to Eric sparks a deep dive into one of the most fascinating Disney retail experiments of the 1980s: the Sears-exclusive Walt Disney World Town Square replica. Jim explains how this surprisingly elaborate playset - complete with bendable Mickey and Minnie figures and optional upgrades like working streetlights and a smoking train - was born out of a major licensing deal between Sears and The Walt Disney Company. But when the first Disney Store locations began opening in malls, that partnership quickly unraveled. NEWS • A new Frozen 3 short is coming this October as part of Disney's Frozen Fan Fest, with full theatrical release slated for November 2027 • Disney continues evolving its merchandising strategy for the Frozen franchise, leaning into more adult-focused collaborations and collectibles • Bath & Body Works launches its 2026 Disney Princess fragrance collection featuring Aurora, Mulan, Rapunzel, Snow White, plus returning scents for Belle and Tiana • New Disney “Blooms” plush flower stems debut at Disney retail locations in London, Times Square, and Downtown Disney, hinting at possible Flower & Garden synergy • Josh D'Amaro outlines Disney's long-term strategy blending immersive parks, digital platforms like Fortnite, and integrated retail experiences FEATURE • The 1988 Sears-exclusive Walt Disney World Town Square replica “starter set” and its expandable ecosystem of add-ons • Optional upgrades included interior furniture packs, working streetlights, a smoking railroad train, trolley cars, tourists, and seasonal Christmas overlays • Why the playset's price was slashed 50 percent within a year - and how the rapid expansion of Disney Stores sparked a licensing rift • How this short-lived partnership reshaped Disney's retail strategy heading into the late 1980s and beyond HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Lauren Hersey - IG: @lauren_hersey_ | X: @laurenhersey2 FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode of I Want That Too is brought to you by Unlocked Magic. If a Disney or Universal trip is on your radar in 2026, head to UnlockedMagic.com to lock in great ticket prices with experts who know the parks and how to save you money. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this investigative solo deep dive, Darin exposes the ongoing PFAS contamination crisis, the "forever chemicals" found in drinking water, clothing, carpets, cookware, cosmetics, food packaging, and even firefighting foam. Sparked by a Frontline investigation into the carpet industry in Dalton, Georgia, this episode expands far beyond one region and reveals a global supply chain problem affecting nearly every American. This episode is urgent. With 99% of people showing measurable PFAS levels in their blood, this is not about fear. It's about sovereignty. It's about awareness. It's about eliminating silent accumulation and reclaiming control over your environment. This is not luxury health. This is foundational freedom.     In This Episode What PFAS are and why they're called "forever chemicals" The Dalton, Georgia carpet industry case and wastewater contamination Internal corporate knowledge from 3M and DuPont decades ago Why PFAS contamination is global, not regional Everyday exposure: waterproof clothing, yoga pants, school uniforms, outdoor gear Nonstick cookware and safer alternatives Microwave popcorn bags and grease-resistant packaging Cosmetics, mascara, and fluorinated compounds Firefighting foam contamination at airports and military bases Health impacts: immune suppression, thyroid disruption, cancer risk Why water filtration is your first line of defense Emerging detox strategies: fiber, blood donation, microbiome support The role of regulation rollbacks and corporate accountability Algae-based PFAS alternatives already entering the market     Chapters 00:00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife: sovereignty, health, and responsibility 00:00:33 – Sponsor: Truniagen NAD supplement 00:02:17 – Why this PFAS episode is urgent and investigative 00:03:07 – The Frontline documentary: Dalton, Georgia & carpet contamination 00:04:31 – What PFAS / PFOA actually do and why they were adopted 00:05:45 – "Miracle chemistry" without proper safety testing 00:06:07 – Persistence: PFAS do not break down in the environment 00:06:38 – Wastewater discharge & farmland contamination 00:07:50 – Dead livestock, contaminated groundwater & generational impact 00:08:23 – 3M, DuPont, internal documents & decades of corporate knowledge 00:08:52 – Long-chain vs short-chain PFAS replacements 00:09:20 – Clothing exposure: waterproof jackets, yoga pants, uniforms 00:10:24 – Cookware exposure & safer alternatives 00:10:57 – Cosmetics & Environmental Working Group resources 00:11:17 – Sponsor: Shakeology & seven layers of quality testing 00:13:03 – Lack of labeling transparency 00:13:20 – Firefighting foam & military base contamination 00:14:05 – Health risks: immune suppression, thyroid, cholesterol, cancer 00:14:35 – 99% of Americans have PFAS in their blood 00:15:01 – Erin Brockovich & environmental legal activism 00:15:33 – Personal action step #1: Reverse osmosis water filtration 00:16:04 – Testing well water & municipal pressure 00:16:28 – Personal action step #2: Eliminating household exposures 00:17:25 – Emerging research: oat beta glucan fiber 00:18:03 – Firefighter study: blood donation lowering PFAS levels 00:18:32 – Microbiome & mycelium detox research 00:18:56 – Moving beyond fear into empowered action 00:19:23 – Phasing out toxic clothing & upgrading environment gradually 00:20:15 – Stockholm Convention & global treaties 00:20:52 – EPA regulations & rollback frustrations 00:21:19 – Innovation outrunning safety 00:21:50 – Share this episode & create consumer pressure 00:22:28 – Clean water, clean soil, clean products as human rights 00:22:54 – Terem Labs & algae-based PFAS alternatives 00:23:27 – Building a safe home environment as first step 00:24:15 – Final call to action: demand transparency & push reform     Thank You to Our Sponsors Shakeology: Get 15% off with code DARINO1BODI at Shakeology.com. Truniagen: Go to www.truniagen.com and use code DARIN20 at checkout for 20% off     Join the SuperLife Community Get Darin's deeper wellness breakdowns, beyond social media restrictions: Weekly voice notes Ingredient deep dives Wellness challenges Energy + consciousness tools Community accountability Extended episodes Join for $7.49/month → https://patreon.com/darinolien     Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Podcast Website: superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences     Key Takeaway PFAS shows us what happens when innovation outruns safety. This is not about panic. It's about power. Clean water, clean soil, clean products; these are not luxuries. They are the foundation of sovereignty, freedom, and long-term health. Awareness is rising. Alternatives are emerging. Industry shifts when consumers shift. Make one change today. Then another. That's how we win.     Bibliography/Sources Australian Red Cross Lifeblood / University of New England. (2022). Effect of Plasma and Blood Donations on Levels of Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances in Firefighters in Australia: A Randomized Clinical Trial. https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2791196 Boston University / University of Massachusetts Lowell. (2024). An oat fiber intervention for reducing PFAS body burden: A pilot study. (Published in Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.taap.2024.117163 National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. (2022). Guidance on PFAS Exposure, Testing, and Clinical Follow-Up. https://nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/26156/guidance-on-pfas-exposure-testing-and-clinical-follow-up Environmental Health Perspectives. (2021). Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substance Toxicity and Human Health Review: Current State of Knowledge and Strategies for Informing Future Research. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7906952/ New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) / IARC. (2024). Carcinogenicity of Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) and Perfluorooctanesulfonic Acid (PFOS). https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMc2401611 FRONTLINE. (2024). Contaminated: The Carpet Industry's Toxic Legacy. (Investigative Documentary). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_j66vAunXk United States Environmental Protection Agency. (2024). Final PFAS National Primary Drinking Water Regulation. https://www.epa.gov/sdwa/and-polyfluoroalkyl-substances-pfas

In this special Grooving session, we unpack what happens when shared facts collapse and preferred beliefs take their place. Sparked by Kurt's firsthand experience during unrest in Minneapolis, this conversation explores why people reject lived experience, how identity defense and motivated reasoning shut down dialogue, and when it's rational to stop trying to persuade altogether. Drawing on behavioral science, persuasion research, and real-world encounters, we examine how to choose your battles, why stories succeed where arguments fail, and what it actually takes to find common ground in a belief-first world.

In 1955, 14-year-old Emmett Till traveled from Chicago to Mississippi and never came home.In this Black History Month episode of When Killers Get Caught, Brittany Ransom examines the kidnapping and murder of Emmett Till, the trial that followed, and the decision that forced America to confront the brutal reality of racial violence under Jim Crow.This case was legally “solved.” Arrests were made. A trial was held. But justice was never truly served.Emmett Till's death became a catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement, influencing activists, reshaping public awareness, and exposing the deadly consequences of racism in the American South.In this episode, we explore:The historical context of Mississippi in 1955The accusation that led to Till's abductionThe controversial trial and acquittalHow Mamie Till's courage changed historyWhy the case remains morally unresolved decades laterThis is more than a true crime story. It's a case that forced a nation to look at itself.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the opening ceremony of the India AI Impact Summit 2026 on Thursday morning and will address the ceremony where 20 heads of the state are expected to be present. The Juvenile Justice Board (JJB), before which a 17-year-old boy appeared a day after he allegedly drove a speeding Mahindra Scorpio that killed 23-year-old biker Sahil Dhaneshra in Dwarka Russia's Foreign Ministry on Wednesday dismissed suggestions that India may scale back its purchases of Russian oil, saying Moscow sees no indication of a shift in New Delhi's position and describing the trade as mutually beneficial and stabilising for global energy markets. The year was 2014. Mumbai, led by Suryakumar Yadav, entered the tournament as 40-time champions. The trailer of the upcoming Hindi film, The Kerala Story 2, has sparked divisive reactions hours after it was launched. The film, said to be based on true events, shows the plight of girls trapped in forced conversion cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nearly 1,000 people in South Carolina have been infected in a measles outbreak that started in a largely unvaccinated community in October. Dr. Martha Edwards, president of the South Carolina chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, explains how this outbreak has spread so quickly.And, social justice groups are remembering the Rev. Jesse Jackson. We look at how his civil rights leadership led to some of the activism we see today with Bryan Stevenson, founder of the Equal Justice Initiative in Montgomery, Alabama.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

This week on the Dirt and Vert Podcast, we are joined by the incredible Becca Joyner—ultra runner, course record holder, and a powerhouse who balances three boys and multiple jobs while crushing miles.Becca takes us through her evolution from a workplace step challenge to setting the course record at Dark Anchor. We dive into the raw, humbling reality of races like Volstate and the Yeti 100, where running strips you down to the bare essentials of survival. Becca opens up about the emotional toll of training, the "kindness of strangers" that keeps you moving at Mile 80, and her deep-seated passion for fundraising for Type 1 Diabetes research.This is an episode about grit, vulnerability, and finding a purpose far bigger than the finish line.

On today's show, we're chatting with Sue Poole, the founder of At Source Vintage. Sue's love for fashion started young – she remembers many bold fashion moments from her teens – wearing a turquoise pencil skirt with rainbow leggings, buying her first designer piece, shopping the charity shops in London.  In 2020, Sue made a decision that changed everything: she stopped buying new clothes completely. What started as participating in Oxfam's Secondhand September challenge – where she committed to only wearing the secondhand pieces already in her wardrobe – turned into a permanent lifestyle shift. Four years later, she hasn't bought a single new item. This commitment didn't just change how Sue shops – it revolutionized her entire relationship with fashion. She went from following trends and scrolling through brand algorithms to becoming a vintage expert who tracks down 1970s YSL toweling caftans, collects Celine blouses, and once scored an '80s Hermès velour lounge suit on eBay for £18. In 2022, she launched her own curated vintage business, At Source Vintage, and since Sue's been featured in British Vogue, she showcases at London vintage fairs, and her Instagram is a masterclass in styling vintage pieces in ways that make them feel completely contemporary.  We talk about the styling challenge that started it all for her, and how secondhand shopping is actually about right-sizing our relationship with clothing  – finding your style through vintage, breaking free from consumption cycles, and proving that you don't need to buy new clothes to dress incredibly well. It's a fun one, so let's dive right in! DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [3:27] Sue's always been a fashion-lover, and shares her early style memories. [6:38] Her earliest secondhand experiences and London's vintage scene [9:46] Why she took Oxfam's Secondhand September Challenge in 2020. [11:23] Practical strategies that helped her stick to buying only secondhand [14:57] How the challenge transformed her relationship with fashion [19:51] How her personal style has shifted since adopting a secondhand wardrobe. [22:28] Getting off trend cycles and tracking down vintage versions of runway pieces [26:52] The joy of researching vintage pieces and dating labels [29:52] Starting At Source Vintage, her curated vintage brand [37:20] The rise of secondhand shopping and what has changed [43:55] Her vintage wishlist and holy grail finds [50:29] Her best deal ever: an £18 Hermès lounge suit on eBay [54:33] Shout-outs to vintage sellers and fashion historians to follow EPISODE MENTIONS:  Sue's Instagram At Source Vintage British Vogue feature Portobello Market Oxfam Secondhand September Somewhere in Hackney Kate at Converted Closet Jacquemus runway video  British Heart Foundation charity shops Frock Me Second Life Markets Angelina - Just What You Know Rebecca - Documenting Fashion Frank Akinsete - Souled out at the House of Provenance Known Source Orsola de Castro on Pre-Loved Podcast Emily and Clare Press on Wardrobe Crisis LET'S CONNECT: 

Memory keeper Sarah Jürs loves variety, from creating in different formats to participating in many projects within the creative community. In this episode you'll hear what keeps her grounded in what really matters and how she balances a full plate inside and outside of scrapbooking. Sarah's passion for stories also shines through as a driving force in her process, offsetting the challenges of acquiring scrapbook supplies where she lives in Germany.Links MentionedSarah on Instagram: @allthenicethings_storiesmatterAli EdwardsDecember DailyAli Edwards Storyteller KitAli Edwards One Little WordHobonichi (*)Amy GretchenTheCoffeeMonsterzCoNew York Stationary FestLinda Loves Creating

This week on The Choral Director's Toolbox, William Baker addresses a topic many conductors would rather avoid: liability. Sparked by an attempted legal claim from a volunteer singer, Today's Topic outlines practical, essential safeguards every choral organization—large or small—should have in place. From insurance and written contracts to audition documentation and youth protection policies, this episode offers clear, prudent guidance to protect your ensemble, your leadership, and your mission. In Today's Question, a church music director asks about forming a hymn selection committee. The answer is direct, thought-provoking, and sure to spark conversation about professional leadership, liturgical integrity, and the purpose of congregational song. Today's Inspiration features “He'll Make a Way” by Byron Smith, performed by the William Baker Festival Singers—a vibrant gospel selection for SATB choir with piano and optional rhythm section.

“You deserve to be treated with kindness, and it starts by first being kind to yourself.” – Rosie AielloToday's featured fellow bookcaster is relationship coach, speaker, award-winning entrepreneur, and the founder of the Love is Kind Movement, Rosie Aiello. Rosie and I had a chat about her books, her journey from living in Saudi Arabia to escaping an abusive marriage and starting over in the U.S., and more!Key Things You'll Learn:What Rosie learned from her time living in the Middle EastHow Rosie's entrepreneurial journey began in her mid-50sWhat inspired her to start the Love is Kind Movement & NetworkHow she got into writing and sharing parts of her story in multiple anthologiesRosie's Site: https://theloveiskindnetwork.com/Rosie's Books: https://www.thriftbooks.com/a/rosie-aiello/5522753/The opening track is titled, “Unknown From M.E. | Sonic Adventure 2 ~ City Pop Remix” by Iridium Beats. To listen to and download the full track, click the following link. https://www.patreon.com/posts/sonic-adventure-136084016 Please support today's podcast to keep this content coming! CashApp: $DomBrightmonDonate on PayPal: @DBrightmonBuy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dombrightmonGet Going North T-Shirts, Stickers, and More: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/dom-brightmonThe Going North Advancement Compass: https://a.co/d/bA9awotYou May Also Like…#M2M Bonus Ep. – “A Mother's Mission to Save Her Child” with Deborah Beauvais (@DV7radio): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/m2m-bonus-ep-a-mothers-mission-to-save-her-child-with-deborah-beauvais-dv7radio/Ep. 993 – The Courage to Speak Your Truth with Kath Essing (@KathEssing): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-993-the-courage-to-speak-your-truth-with-kath-essing-kathessing/Ep. 855 – Escaping The Stranglehold of Narcissistic Abuse & Finding Peace with Dana S. Diaz: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-855-escaping-the-stranglehold-of-narcissistic-abuse-finding-peace-with-dana-s-diaz/Ep. 841 – I Walked Through Fire to Get Here with Megan Conner: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-841-i-walked-through-fire-to-get-here-with-megan-conner/Ep. 750 – Surviving Human Trafficking & Finding Purpose with Amanda Blackwood (@DetailedPieces): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-750-surviving-human-trafficking-finding-purpose-with-amanda-blackwood-detailedpieces/#M2M Bonus Ep. – “Self-Love Paved the Way” with Diane Vich: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/m2m-bonus-ep-self-love-paved-the-way-with-diane-vich/Ep. 454 – “Twenty-One Olive Trees” with Laura Formentini (@FormentiniLove): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-454-twenty-one-olive-trees-with-laura-formentini-formentinilove/Ep. 694 – “Every Body Holds a Story” with Marsha Vanwynsberghe (@Marsha_vanw): https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-694-every-body-holds-a-story-with-marsha-vanwynsberghe-marsha_vanw/Ep. 781 – Laughter, Learning, and Liberating Yourself Through Memoir Writing with Alison Wearing: https://www.goingnorthpodcast.com/ep-781-laughter-learning-and-liberating-yourself-through-memoir-writing-with-alison-wearing/

Fluent Fiction - Italian: Cupid's Mishap: How a Valentine's Gaffe Sparked Romance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/it/episode/2026-02-15-08-38-20-it Story Transcript:It: Nell'ufficio aziendale di una grande società a Milano, l'aria era piena di tensione e eccitazione.En: In the company office of a large corporation in Milano, the air was filled with tension and excitement.It: Era il giorno di San Valentino e, nonostante il freddo invernale, il profumo di cioccolatini e rose riempiva l'ambiente.En: It was Valentine's Day and, despite the winter cold, the scent of chocolates and roses filled the environment.It: Alessio, un giovane impiegato un po' goffo ma sveglio, sedeva alla sua scrivania.En: Alessio, a somewhat awkward but sharp young employee, sat at his desk.It: Il rumore delle tastiere lo distraeva mentre si perddeva nei suoi pensieri su Gianna, la sua collega di cui aveva una cotta segreta.En: The sound of keyboards distracted him as he got lost in his thoughts about Gianna, his colleague on whom he had a secret crush.It: Alessio aveva preparato un biglietto romantico per Gianna, sperando di farle sapere i suoi sentimenti in modo discreto.En: Alessio had prepared a romantic card for Gianna, hoping to let her know his feelings in a discreet way.It: Ma, distratto e nervoso, commise un terribile errore.En: But, distracted and nervous, he made a terrible mistake.It: Invece di inviare il biglietto solo a Gianna, lo inviò per errore a tutta l'azienda.En: Instead of sending the card only to Gianna, he accidentally sent it to the entire company.It: "Oh no!"En: "Oh no!"It: esclamò Alessio, vedendo la notifica sullo schermo del suo computer.En: exclaimed Alessio, seeing the notification on his computer screen.It: Il rumore dell'ufficio si fermò per un attimo mentre tutti leggevano il biglietto.En: The noise in the office paused for a moment as everyone read the card.It: Le guance di Alessio erano rosse dall'imbarazzo.En: Alessio's cheeks were red with embarrassment.It: Tutti iniziarono a bisbigliare e guardarlo con sorrisi divertiti.En: Everyone started whispering and looking at him with amused smiles.It: "Cosa devo fare adesso?"En: "What should I do now?"It: pensò Alessio, in preda al panico.En: thought Alessio, in a panic.It: Il capo, Lorenzo, convocò una riunione straordinaria.En: The boss, Lorenzo, called an extraordinary meeting.It: Alessio capì che era il momento di affrontare la situazione.En: Alessio realized it was time to face the situation.It: Durante la riunione, Alessio si alzò.En: During the meeting, Alessio stood up.It: Con un sorriso nervoso, disse: "Cari colleghi, credo che tutti abbiate ricevuto una mia... corrispondenza speciale.En: With a nervous smile, he said, "Dear colleagues, I believe you all received some of my... special correspondence.It: Non era il mio intento pubblicare i miei sentimenti in questo modo."En: It wasn't my intention to publish my feelings in this way."It: La sala scoppiò in una risata collettiva.En: The room burst into collective laughter.It: Alessio continuò, approfittando del momento: "Sapete, l'amore a volte ci fa compiere gesti folli.En: Alessio continued, taking advantage of the moment: "You know, love sometimes makes us do crazy things.It: Volevo solo dire che, se non vi dispiace, stasera, vorrei invitare Gianna a cena.En: I just wanted to say that, if you don't mind, this evening, I'd like to invite Gianna to dinner.It: Accetti, Gianna?"En: Will you accept, Gianna?"It: chiese, finalmente guardandola negli occhi.En: he asked, finally looking her in the eyes.It: Gianna era sorpresa, ma colpita dalla sincerità di Alessio.En: Gianna was surprised but touched by Alessio's sincerity.It: Gli sorrise e rispose con gioia: "Sì, Alessio, mi piacerebbe molto."En: She smiled at him and joyfully replied, "Yes, Alessio, I would love to."It: L'ufficio esplose in un applauso e tutti si congratularono con Alessio per il suo coraggio.En: The office erupted in applause, and everyone congratulated Alessio on his courage.It: La giornata di San Valentino, che poteva trasformarsi in un disastro, era invece diventata un ricordo prezioso per Alessio.En: Valentine's Day, which could have turned into a disaster, instead became a cherished memory for Alessio.It: Aveva imparato che l'onestà e l'umorismo possono trasformare anche le situazioni più imbarazzanti in qualcosa di bello.En: He had learned that honesty and humor can turn even the most embarrassing situations into something beautiful.It: Da quel giorno, Alessio camminava per l'ufficio con più fiducia, consapevole che mostrare il vero sé non era solo liberatorio, ma anche incredibilmente attraente.En: From that day on, Alessio walked around the office with more confidence, aware that showing his true self was not only liberating but also incredibly attractive. Vocabulary Words:tension: la tensioneexcitement: l'eccitazionewinter: l'invernalescent: il profumoenvironment: l'ambienteawkward: goffosharp: svegliokeyboard: la tastierathoughts: i pensierisecret crush: la cotta segretadiscreet: discretomistake: l'errorenotification: la notificared: rosseembarrassment: l'imbarazzowhispering: bisbigliareamused smiles: i sorrisi divertitipanic: il panicoextraordinary meeting: la riunione straordinariacollective laughter: la risata collettivaadvantage: il vantaggiocrazy things: i gesti follicourage: il coraggiodisaster: il disastrocherished memory: il ricordo preziosohonesty: l'onestàhumor: l'umorismoembarrassing situations: le situazioni imbarazzanticonfidence: la fiduciaincredibly attractive: incredibilmente attraente

Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Love in The Office: How Anya and Rohan Sparked Romance Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-02-15-08-38-20-hi Story Transcript:Hi: नई दिल्ली की एक ठंडी सुबह थी।En: It was a cold morning in Nayi Dilli.Hi: ऑफिस की इमारत सूरज की किरणों में नहाई हुई थी, गर्मियों की हल्की धूप खिड़कियों से होकर चमक रही थी।En: The office building was bathed in the sun's rays, with a gentle summer sunlight shining through the windows.Hi: पूरी इमारत वेलेंटाइन डे की तैयारियों में रंगी हुई थी।En: The entire building was adorned with preparations for Valentine's Day.Hi: रेड और पिंक रंग के सजावटी सामान से ऑफिस का माहौल जीवंत हो उठा था।En: The office atmosphere was enlivened with red and pink decorative items.Hi: आन्या ने अपने लैपटॉप पर नजरें गड़ा रखी थीं।En: Anya had her eyes fixed on her laptop.Hi: वह एक मेहनती और क्रिएटिव मार्केटिंग एक्जीक्यूटिव थी और उसे इस बार वेलेंटाइन डे इवेंट की जिम्मेदारी दी गई थी।En: She was a diligent and creative marketing executive and was given the responsibility for this year's Valentine's Day event.Hi: उसके लिए यह अपनी क्षमता साबित करने का एक बेहतरीन मौका था, ताकि उसे प्रमोशन मिल सके।En: It was a splendid opportunity for her to prove her capabilities so that she could get a promotion.Hi: वहीं दूसरी ओर, रोहन आईटी डिपार्टमेंट में था।En: On the other hand, Rohan was in the IT department.Hi: वह हमेशा मुस्कुराता रहता था, और उसके पास एक असाधारण आकर्षण था।En: He was always smiling and had an extraordinary charm.Hi: रोहन का सपना था कि वह एक दिन अपनी खुद की कंपनी शुरू करे।En: Rohan dreamed of starting his own company one day.Hi: अपने काम में व्यस्त रहने के बावजूद उसने कभी भी अपनी ख़ुशी का मौका नहीं गंवाया।En: Despite being busy with his work, he never missed an opportunity to be happy.Hi: इवेंट की तैयारी तेजी से हो रही थी, लेकिन आन्या को तकनीकी सेटअप में मदद की जरूरत थी।En: The event preparations were progressing rapidly, but Anya needed help with the technical setup.Hi: उसने हिम्मत कर के रोहन से मदद मांगी।En: She gathered the courage to ask Rohan for help.Hi: "रोहन, मुझे तुम्हारी मदद चाहिए," उसने कहा।En: "Rohan, I need your help," she said.Hi: "ऑडियो और लाइटिंग में कुछ समस्याएं हैं।En: "There are some problems with the audio and lighting."Hi: "रोहन ने बड़े दिल और मुस्कान के साथ हाँ कहा।En: Rohan agreed with a big heart and a smile.Hi: "चिंता मत करो, आन्या।En: "Don't worry, Anya.Hi: मैं सब संभाल लूंगा," उसने कहा।En: I'll handle everything," he said.Hi: लेकिन एक ही समय में अपने प्रोजेक्ट्स और इस इवेंट के बीच संतुलन बनाना आसान नहीं था।En: But balancing his projects and the event at the same time was not easy.Hi: अंततः, वेलेंटाइन डे का दिन आ गया।En: Finally, Valentine's Day arrived.Hi: सारी तैयारियां पूरी हो चुकी थीं।En: All the preparations were complete.Hi: लेकिन अचानक एक तकनीकी गड़बड़ी हुई।En: But suddenly, a technical glitch occurred.Hi: म्यूजिक प्लेयर काम नहीं कर रहा था, और लाइट्स भी नहीं जल रही थीं।En: The music player wasn't working, and the lights were not turning on.Hi: आन्या घबरा गई।En: Anya panicked.Hi: उस स्थिति में रोहन और आन्या साथ आए।En: In that situation, Rohan and Anya came together.Hi: रोहन ने आन्या को शांत किया।En: Rohan calmed Anya.Hi: "हम मिलकर इसे ठीक कर सकते हैं," उसने कहा।En: "We can fix this together," he said.Hi: आन्या ने उसकी बात सुनी और दोनों ने मिलकर गड़बड़ी को ठीक कर दिया।En: Anya listened to him, and together they resolved the glitch.Hi: कुछ समय में ही सब कुछ सामान्य हो गया।En: In some time, everything was back to normal.Hi: इवेंट सफल रहा।En: The event was successful.Hi: सब लोग खुश थे।En: Everyone was happy.Hi: आन्या ने अपनी क्षमता को साबित किया और उसका प्रमोशन भी हो गया।En: Anya proved her capabilities and received a promotion.Hi: रोहन ने खुद पर भरोसा किया और अब वह अपने सपने को साकार करने को लेकर और अधिक आश्वस्त था।En: Rohan gained confidence in himself and felt even more assured in making his dream a reality.Hi: इस इवेंट ने न सिर्फ उनके करियर, बल्कि उनके निजी जीवन में भी बदलाव लाया।En: The event brought changes not only in their careers but also in their personal lives.Hi: आन्या और रोहन एक दूसरे को पसंद करने लगे और उनके बीच एक नए रिश्ते की शुरुआत हो गई।En: Anya and Rohan began to like each other, marking the start of a new relationship between them.Hi: आन्या ने आत्मविश्वास और आत्मनिर्भरता पाई, और रोहन ने अपने सपनों को साकार करने का साहस।En: Anya found confidence and self-reliance, and Rohan gained the courage to realize his dreams.Hi: दोनों ने मिलकर इस ठंडे मौसम में एक नई गर्माहट पैदा की।En: Together, they created a new warmth in the cold weather. Vocabulary Words:bathed: नहाई हुईrays: किरणोंadorned: रंगी हुईenlivened: जीवंतdiligent: मेहनतीcreative: क्रिएटिवresponsibility: जिम्मेदारीsplendid: बेहतरीनpromotion: प्रमोशनextraordinary: असाधारणcharm: आकर्षणopportunity: मौकाglitch: गड़बड़ीcourage: हिम्मतresolved: ठीकproceeded: सकारात्मक रूप से चलनाcapabilities: क्षमताassured: आश्वस्तrealize: साकारcommencement: शुरुआतconfidence: आत्मविश्वासself-reliance: आत्मनिर्भरताgathered: इकट्ठा करनाtechnical: तकनीकीsetup: सेटअपpanicked: घबरा जानाrelationship: रिश्ताbalancing: संतुलन करनाtogether: मिलकरchange: परिवर्तन

Five European countries are accusing Russia of using a rare poison from dart frogs on Alexei Navalny, which led to his death two years ago. The popular dissident, who had previously recovered from another suspected Russian poisoning, headed an opposition movement against president Vladimir Putin. The announcement overshadowed the gathering of the Munich Security Conference, which has also been a test of western allies relationship with the U.S.Also: Hundreds of thousands of protesters filled Canadian city streets today. Its part of a Global Day of Action -- as Iranian communities call for regime change. Sparked by an economic crisis, the protests began in December but have spread beyond Iran... with the largest held in Munich, Los Angeles and Toronto. It also comes as fears grow over a potential military intervention by the U.S.And: The Milano Cortina Olympics are well underway. But 20 athletes are competing as neutral, not for their home countries. That's because of restrictions that also bar one of the fiercest hockey nations from taking part.Plus: Canada's FIRST Inuit-led university, Olympic newbies, Dating in Hong Kong, and more.

In this episode, Andy tackles the age-old debate: Entrepreneurship vs. Traditional Employment. Sparked by a conversation with a high-level tech executive friend, Andy breaks down the "Greener Grass" syndrome. While entrepreneurs enjoy freedom, they often face a "vacation paradox" and constant sales pressure. Meanwhile, employees trade autonomy for stability and camaraderie. The verdict? There is no "right" path—only the one that allows you to truly own your career.I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.

In the first hour of Episode #1,155 of The Clay Edwards Show, host Clay Edwards teams up with special guest Chip Matthews for a fun, nostalgic trip down memory lane, diving into the history of Jackson's iconic bars and restaurants. Sparked by a listener request on the Ellis Autoplex text line, the duo shares stories and laughs about legendary spots from the old-school Jackson scene, including Crachales's (with a heartfelt review of its final days and phenomenal steaks), The Dock, Pops Saloon (and its wild country girls), Roundup, Rodeos, Buffalo Chips, Conestoga, Miles Tavern, BJ's, Red Dog Saloon, The Edge, Inez's, Mosquito, Midnight Sun, and more. Listeners chime in via texts and livestream comments with their favorites, evoking memories of biker bars, country dives, and rock venues. Clay and Chip also reminisce about epic concerts at places like Hal & Mal's (featuring Vertical Horizon, Stroke 9, Cross Canadian Ragweed, and more), and touch on the resurgence of live music at current hotspots like Martin's Downtown and Cameron's Garage. It's a lively, unfiltered chat celebrating Jackson's bar legacy, peppered with rock 'n' roll tales and a nod to the evolving nightlife scene—perfect for OG Jacksonians feeling nostalgic!

In this episode, Andy tackles the age-old debate: Entrepreneurship vs. Traditional Employment. Sparked by a conversation with a high-level tech executive friend, Andy breaks down the "Greener Grass" syndrome. While entrepreneurs enjoy freedom, they often face a "vacation paradox" and constant sales pressure. Meanwhile, employees trade autonomy for stability and camaraderie. The verdict? There is no "right" path—only the one that allows you to truly own your career.I hope you enjoy it! As always you can learn more and connect with me on my website (andystorch.com) or LinkedIn. And you can find my books - Own Your Career Own Your Life and Own Your Brand, Own Your Career - on Amazon.

This Day in Legal History: NAACP FoundedOn February 12, 1909, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) was founded in New York City. Sparked by ongoing racial violence, including the 1908 Springfield Race Riot in Illinois, a group of Black and white activists came together to launch an interracial effort to combat racial injustice. The NAACP would become the most influential civil rights organization in the United States, pursuing its goals through strategic litigation, public education, and advocacy.In its early years, the NAACP focused heavily on using the courts to challenge discriminatory laws and practices, particularly in education and voting. It played a pivotal role in Brown v. Board of Education (1954), the landmark Supreme Court case that declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional. Through its Legal Defense Fund—established in 1940 and headed for a time by Thurgood Marshall, who would later become the first Black U.S. Supreme Court Justice—the organization spearheaded a range of major civil rights cases.Beyond litigation, the NAACP was instrumental in pushing for anti-lynching laws, though federal anti-lynching legislation would take over a century to pass. The group's efforts laid the legal and political foundation for the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s. Its influence continues today as it monitors civil rights violations and advocates for racial justice nationwide.Tom Goldstein, a prominent U.S. Supreme Court advocate and co-founder of SCOTUSblog, testified in his own defense during his federal criminal tax trial in Maryland. Goldstein, accused of failing to report millions in poker winnings and misrepresenting debts on mortgage applications, told jurors he never intended to violate the law. He admitted omitting gambling debts to keep them hidden from his wife, and claimed he relied on accountants and firm managers for financial reporting. The trial, overseen by Judge Lydia Griggsby, has drawn attention for its mix of high-stakes legal and poker worlds. Goldstein is alleged to have reported only $27 million of $50 million in poker winnings to the IRS in 2016. He also faces allegations of channeling improper payments through his former law firm and requesting a $500,000 payment from actor Tobey Maguire be sent to a third party to cover personal debts. Maguire, a witness in the trial, is not accused of any misconduct. The defense has called more than a dozen witnesses, including IRS agents, poker players, and law firm executives. Goldstein retired from Supreme Court advocacy in 2023 after arguing over 40 cases. The trial continues with prosecutors set to cross-examine him following his testimony.Supreme Court lawyer Tom Goldstein takes stand at his criminal tax trial | ReutersAttorney General Pam Bondi faced sharp criticism from lawmakers during a House Judiciary Committee hearing over the Justice Department's handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. Representative Thomas Massie accused Bondi of deliberately concealing the names of powerful individuals connected to Epstein, including billionaire Leslie Wexner, whose name was initially redacted in an FBI document. Bondi countered that Wexner's name had already been made public in other documents and was quickly unredacted once flagged. Lawmakers across the aisle expressed frustration over what they called excessive and unjustified redactions, despite a federal law passed in November mandating broad disclosure of the Epstein files.Bondi defended the department's efforts, highlighting the work of over 500 lawyers on a tight timeline, and insisted any release of victims' identities was accidental. She repeatedly praised President Donald Trump during the hearing and criticized Democratic members, accusing them of political theatrics. Her confrontational style sparked further tension, especially when she refused to apologize to Epstein's victims seated in the gallery, deflecting the request by referencing past administrations. The hearing reflects the ongoing controversy surrounding the Justice Department's approach to transparency, its alignment with Trump-era politics, and the public's demand for accountability in the Epstein investigation.US lawmakers accuse Bondi of hiding names of Epstein associates | ReutersThe Law School Admission Council (LSAC) announced that beginning August 2026, the LSAT will no longer be available online, citing rising concerns over cheating. The move comes after a period of hybrid testing, introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic, which allowed examinees to choose between in-person and remote formats. While remote testing will still be permitted in limited cases involving medical or geographic hardships, the default will now be in-person testing at designated centers. LSAC emphasized that the shift is meant to enhance test integrity and deter misconduct, which has become a growing concern—particularly after the organization suspended online testing in China due to reports of systemic cheating.Industry professionals, including LSAT prep company leaders, supported the decision, noting that online platforms made it easier for cheating rings to exploit the system through tactics like using cameras to capture test content or remotely accessing test takers' computers. Some cheating services reportedly charged thousands of dollars to help candidates gain an unfair advantage. LSAC added that technical difficulties also played a role in the change, with most scoring delays stemming from remote testing issues. On the January 2026 exam, 61% of test takers opted for in-person testing, suggesting a trend back toward traditional methods.US law school admissions test ends online option over cheating concerns | Reuters This is a public episode. 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Fluent Fiction - Hindi: Artful Awakening: How an Artist's Vision Sparked Ganga's Revival Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hi/episode/2026-02-12-23-34-02-hi Story Transcript:Hi: सर्दियों की एक धुंधली सुबह थी।En: It was a foggy winter morning.Hi: वाराणसी के घाटों पर हलचल थी।En: There was activity on the Varanasi ghats.Hi: श्रद्धालु और साधु गंगा नदी के किनारे पूजा-पाठ में लगे थे।En: Devotees and sadhus were engaged in worship along the banks of the Ganga River.Hi: वहीं, रवि गंगा के जल की स्थिति देखकर चिंतित था।En: Meanwhile, Ravi was concerned after observing the condition of the Ganga's waters.Hi: वह एक युवा पर्यावरणविद् था, जो गंगा की सफाई के लिए काम करना चाहता था। लेकिन उसे स्थानीय लोगों का समर्थन नहीं मिल रहा था।En: He was a young environmentalist who wanted to work towards cleaning the Ganga, but he wasn't receiving support from the local people.Hi: उनकी परंपराएं और मान्यताएं नदी की समस्या से उन्हें अलग रखे हुए थीं।En: Their traditions and beliefs kept them detached from the river's problem.Hi: वहीं, घाट के एक कोने में, पार्वती अपनी तूलिका और चित्रफलक के साथ खड़ी थी।En: At the corner of the ghat, Parvati stood with her brush and easel.Hi: वह एक स्थानीय कलाकार थी, जो घाटों के जीवन से प्रेरणा लेती थी।En: She was a local artist who drew inspiration from the life at the ghats.Hi: रवि ने उसे ध्यान से देखा।En: Ravi observed her carefully.Hi: उसके मन में एक विचार आया।En: An idea came to his mind.Hi: उसने पार्वती के पास जाकर कहा, "क्या तुम मेरे साथ एक नाव की सवारी करना चाहोगी? गंगा की सच्चाई दिखाना चाहता हूँ।"En: He approached Parvati and said, "Would you like to take a boat ride with me? I want to show you the truth of the Ganga."Hi: पार्वती ने कुछ सोचकर हामी भरी।En: Parvati thought for a moment and agreed.Hi: दोनों एक लकड़ी की पुरानी नाव पर सवार हुए।En: Both boarded an old wooden boat.Hi: नाव धीरे-धीरे गंगा के शांत जल में आगे बढ़ने लगी।En: The boat began to move slowly in the calm waters of the Ganga.Hi: चारों ओर धुंध थी।En: There was fog all around.Hi: दोनों चुपचाप बैठे थे।En: Both sat in silence.Hi: घाट के किनारे जलती हुई दीयों की रोशनी और मंत्रोच्चार की ध्वनि वातावरण को रहस्यमय बना रही थी।En: The light of lamps burning along the ghat and the sound of chanting made the atmosphere mysterious.Hi: तभी, एक घाट पर भव्य शिवरात्रि का आयोजन हो रहा था।En: Suddenly, a grand Shivratri celebration was taking place at a ghat.Hi: लोग गंगा में दीप प्रवाह कर रहे थे, और आरती की मधुर ध्वनि गूंज रही थी।En: People were releasing floating lamps into the Ganga, and the melodious sound of the aarti echoed.Hi: यह दृश्य अद्भुत था।En: It was an amazing sight.Hi: रवि की आंखों में गंगा के दूषित जल को साफ करने का सपना झलक रहा था।En: In Ravi's eyes, the dream of cleaning the polluted waters of the Ganga reflected brightly.Hi: पर पार्वती के लिए यह दृश्य कला का अद्वितीय विषय था।En: But for Parvati, this view was a unique subject of art.Hi: उसने कहा, "रवि, मैं गंगा की स्थिति पर चित्र श्रृंखला बनाऊंगी। यह दृश्य और यह नाव यात्रा मेरे लिए प्रेरणा बनेगी।"En: She said, "Ravi, I will create a series of paintings on the condition of the Ganga. This view and this boat journey will be my inspiration."Hi: रवि को उम्मीद जगी।En: Hope sparked in Ravi.Hi: उसे लगा कि कला के माध्यम से वह लोगों का ध्यान गंगा की समस्याओं की ओर खींच सकता है।En: He felt that through art, he could draw people's attention towards the issues of the Ganga.Hi: पार्वती ने वादा किया।En: Parvati promised.Hi: उसने कई चित्र बनाए, जो गंगा की सुंदरता और प्रदूषण की समस्याओं को दर्शाते थे।En: She created many paintings depicting the beauty of the Ganga and the problems of pollution.Hi: धीरे-धीरे, उन चित्रों ने लोगों का ध्यान आकर्षित किया।En: Gradually, these paintings attracted people's attention.Hi: पार्वती की कला ने स्थानीय लोगों को सोचने पर मजबूर किया।En: Parvati's art compelled the local people to think.Hi: रवि के कार्य में अब उन्हें रुचि होने लगी।En: They began to take an interest in Ravi's work.Hi: धीरे-धीरे समर्थन मिलने लगा।En: Slowly, support began to come.Hi: रवि को एहसास हुआ कि कला और सहयोग से बड़ा फर्क आ सकता है।En: Ravi realized that art and collaboration could make a significant difference.Hi: उसकी उम्मीदें फिर से जीवित हो गईं।En: His hopes were revived.Hi: गंगा फिर से साफ होने का सपना अब सच होने की राह पर था।En: The dream of a clean Ganga was now on its way to becoming a reality.Hi: यह परिवर्तन एक छोटे से नाव सफर से शुरू होकर पार्वती की अद्भुत कला के माध्यम से संभव हुआ।En: This transformation began with a small boat journey and was made possible through Parvati's wonderful art. Vocabulary Words:foggy: धुंधलीdevotees: श्रद्धालुsadhus: साधुworship: पूजा-पाठconcerned: चिंतितenvironmentalist: पर्यावरणविद्detached: अलगbeliefs: मान्यताएंartist: कलाकारinspiration: प्रेरणाeasel: चित्रफलकapproached: पास जाकरchanting: मंत्रोच्चारmysterious: रहस्यमयcelebration: आयोजनreleasing: प्रवाहfloating lamps: दीप प्रवाहmelodious: मधुरaarti: आरतीechoed: गूंज रही थीpolluted: दूषितdepicting: दर्शातेcompelled: मजबूरcollaboration: सहयोगrevived: जीवितtransformation: परिवर्तनseries: श्रृंखलाcalm: शांतsubject: विषयrays: रोशनी

Eric Skae was running Rao's — one of the most iconic pasta sauce brands in America — when his daughter told him she wanted to go somewhere else for her birthday. Not just anywhere: Carbone, the red-sauce Italian restaurant that had become the hottest reservation in New York. "It's the place for my generation," she told him. "I've already been to Rao's with you." Five years later, Skae has turned that generational insight into a sauce brand that has surpassed $100 million in retail sales, landed in 30,000 stores, and deliberately abandoned traditional advertising in favor of a strategy built on earned media, events, and a single borrowed philosophy from the restaurant: dinner is the show.

In this episode of The 20/20 Podcast, Dr. Harbir Sian sits down with MaryAnn Klassen, a long-time leader in the eye care industry whose career has closely mirrored — and influenced — some of optometry's most significant clinical shifts over the past four decades.MaryAnn takes listeners through her journey from the early days of contact lenses, when extended-wear lenses first disrupted traditional practice models, to the evolution of AMD management, and ultimately to today's rapidly expanding understanding of dry eye disease. Having worked with major industry players such as CIBA Vision, Novartis Ophthalmics, and Bausch + Lomb, she offers a rare, behind-the-scenes perspective on how optometrists adapt to change — and what it takes for new ideas to gain traction in a profession that values evidence and patient safety above all else.The conversation then turns to MaryAnn's entrepreneurial leap: the creation of the Meivertor, a patented medical device designed to make upper eyelid eversion easier, safer, and more efficient. Sparked by a real clinical frustration she experienced firsthand, MaryAnn shares how the idea moved from a simple observation to a globally patented product now used in practices around the world. She walks through the realities of device development, including prototyping, patenting, workflow challenges, and the often-overlooked importance of technician confidence and training.Beyond the device itself, this episode explores bigger themes — innovation in optometry, behavior change in clinics, empowerment of staff, and the mindset required to build something meaningful while still working full-time. It's a candid, insightful conversation that blends clinical relevance with business wisdom and personal reflection.Key TakeawaysOptometry evolves when evidence supports change — history proves it repeatedlyThe upper eyelid contains critical diagnostic information that is often overlookedSmall workflow improvements can create outsized clinical and efficiency gainsEmpowering technicians improves diagnostics, confidence, and job satisfactionSuccessful innovation requires persistence, clarity, and hard work — not luckMemorable Quotes“Optometry continually has to evolve — and it does when the evidence supports the shift.”“There has to be a single-handed solution to this problem.”“The upper lids matter.”“If you give optometrists a legitimate reason and support it clinically, they will adopt it.”“I don't believe in luck. Your goal affects your behavior — it's all hard work.”Learn MoreMeivertor: https://meivertor.comConnect with MaryAnn Klassen on social channels and via email: maryann@meivertor.comLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! http://www.aboutmyeyes.com/podcast/

In this episode, Boz and Sharona explore how trauma-informed pedagogy and “teaching with kindness” intersect with alternative grading, especially through the often-overlooked impact of syllabus tone and classroom language. Sparked by Acacia Ackles' “Teaching Through Trauma” post on the Grading for Growth blog and Cate Denial's work on kinder syllabus design, they unpack how common “control” policies around devices, academic integrity, and participation can communicate suspicion and unintentionally amplify student anxiety. They connect key trauma-informed principles, such as safety, transparency, support, voice and choice, collaboration, and resilience, to familiar alternative grading practices like feedback loops, multiple opportunities to demonstrate learning, clear expectations, and structures that normalize help-seeking. Along the way, they wrestle with tensions like cold calling and behaviorism, arguing for approaches that reduce surprise, offer opt-outs when needed, and build environments where students want to participate. The episode closes with gratitude for a community willing to be vulnerable about what's not working, and a reminder that shifting grading can be the “thread” that unravels deeper, more humane teaching practices.LinksPlease note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing through them helps support the show. Thanks for your support!Teaching Through Trauma (Grading for Growth Blog)What Do Our Syllabi Really Say (Cate Denial's Blog - Pedagogy of Kindness)Trauma-Informed Pedagogy, from the University of OregonA Pedagogy of Kindness, Denial, CateResourcesThe Center for Grading Reform - seeking to advance education in the United States by supporting effective grading reform at all levels through conferences, educational workshops, professional development, research and scholarship, influencing public policy, and community building.The Grading Conference - an annual, online conference exploring Alternative Grading in Higher Education & K-12.Some great resources to educate yourself about Alternative Grading:The Grading for Growth BlogThe Grading ConferenceThe Intentional Academia BlogRecommended Books on Alternative Grading:Grading for Growth, by Robert Talbert and David Clark

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Joe Saul-Sehy, OG, and Neighbor Doug pull up a rickety basement chair and unpack a growing trend: people treating investing like a series of high stakes bets instead of a long term plan. Sparked by a recent Wall Street Journal piece on aggressive investing, the gang digs into where the line is between smart risk taking and straight up gambling with your future. Using plenty of real world examples and a few basement metaphors, the crew breaks down how stocks, businesses, options, and even so-called innovative products can fall into very different categories depending on why you're using them. The key theme? Good investing isn't about being bold. It's about understanding probabilities, controlling what you can, and stacking the odds in your favor over time. Along the way, the team also tackles listener questions, including some strong feelings about Costco (because of course), and shines a flashlight into the dark corners of complex products like Indexed Universal Life insurance, explaining why "sounds sophisticated" doesn't always mean "fits your plan." If markets feel noisy, confusing, or a little unhinged right now, this episode is your reminder that boring, disciplined strategies still win, and that you don't need to bet the farm to build one. What You'll Learn: • Why so many investors are confusing betting with investing right now • How to tell the difference between calculated risk and speculation • Why understanding probability matters more than chasing big wins • Where options, businesses, and alternative investments can fit and where they often don't • The hidden risks behind complex products like Indexed Universal Life (IUL) policies • Why compounding beats hype even when headlines say otherwise • How small, consistent decisions quietly outperform flashy moves • Yes, what Costco has to do with smart money choices This Episode Is For You If: • Markets feel confusing and you're not sure if you're investing or just guessing • You've been tempted by strategies that sound sophisticated but feel risky • You want to understand the line between smart risk and gambling • You're tired of flashy investment advice and want clarity on what actually works • You need reassurance that boring, disciplined strategies still win Question for You: What's the riskiest financial move you've ever considered, and what stopped you (or didn't)? Share your answer in the Spotify comments or the Stacking Benjamins Facebook group. Bonus points if hindsight made you laugh or wince. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cultivating curiosity in midlife is a powerful catalyst for intentionally designing your next chapter, helping you move off autopilot and rediscover what truly excites you. Curiosity builds confidence and momentum by opening you to new ideas, experiences, and long-forgotten interests, making opportunities easier to see. In this episode, a journey through bookstores around the world invites you to spark your own curiosity and seek adventures that help you reconnect with who you are becoming.//Join us on Substack!Join Substack to continue the conversation: https://sharriharmel.substack.com/Website: https://sharriharmel.com/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sharriyournextchapter

PBS's INDEPENDENT LENS, the film follows a courageous network of besieged librarians as they unite to examine how book restriction policies are shaping library collections. “The Librarians” takes viewers from Texas to Florida and beyond, where local libraries have become unexpected battlegrounds in a national struggle over parental control, intellectual freedom, and democracy itself. Sparked by the controversial “Krause List” in Texas, which targets 850 books centered on race and LGBTQIA+ stories, the film takes a deep investigative dive into the escalating movement against book banning. The film captures the courage and resilience of the everyday heroes, librarians, as well as concerned parents and students flanking them, who have become first responders in the fight for the freedom to read, standing defiantly against censorship at all costs.Director/Producer Kim A. Snyder is the Peabody Award-winning filmmaker of “Newtown” (Sundance 2016, INDEPENDENT LENS, Netflix), “Us Kids” (Sundance 2020 and 14 subsequent awards), “Lessons from a School Shooting…” (Tribeca 2018–Best Documentary Short, Netflix Original, Grierson Award nominee), and “Welcome to Shelbyville” (INDEPENDENT LENS). For more info, visit:https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/the-librarians/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

The Weekly Blitz is brought to you by our friends over at Shop Marketing Pros. If you want to take your shop to the next level, you need great marketing. Shop Marketing Pros does top-tier marketing for top-tier shops.Click here to learn more about Top Tier Marketing by Shop Marketing Pros and schedule a demo: https://shopmarketingpros.com/chris/Check out their podcast here: https://autorepairmarketing.captivate.fm/If you would like to join their private facebook group go here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/autorepairmarketingmastermindHost: Coach Chris CottonNetwork: Aftermarket Radio NetworkEpisode Title: Celebrate the Win… Then Keep MovingPodcast Description (Apple Podcasts / Spotify)What happens when you hit a big goal… and your coach barely pauses before handing you the next one?In this episode of The Weekly Blitz, Chris Cotton dives into the tension between celebrating wins and maintaining momentum — from both sides of the coaching relationship. Sparked by a personal weight-loss milestone that was quickly followed by a new target, Chris reflects on what accountability really looks like, why great coaches don't linger on success, and how a simple pause — just one more beat — can make people feel seen without slowing progress.This episode is a must-listen for shop owners, leaders, and coaches who want to push people forward without losing the human element along the way.

This episode of Inside EMS is brought to you by ZOLL software and data solutions. Optimize EMS performance and outcomes at every stage of operations with interoperable solutions from dispatch, to patient care, QA/QI, billing and beyond. Visit zolldata.com to learn about the complete solution suite. This week on Inside EMS, Chris Cebollero takes on one of the most anxiety-inducing topics in paramedic education: alpha and beta receptors. Sparked by a question from paramedic student April McKenzie, a.k.a., “April Anonymous,” this episode strips away rote memorization and replaces it with something far more useful in the field — understanding the why behind the medicine. There's no fluff here; no cheesy memory tricks that fall apart under stress. Just physiology, practical mental models and a challenge to start practicing medicine with intention. If pharmacology has ever felt random, this episode connects the dots in a way that finally clicks. Quotable takeaways “Every medication you give in EMS is doing one of two things: It's either pushing the gas pedal or it's releasing the brake — that's it. If you don't understand which one you're doing, you're guessing, even if the protocol says you're right.” “We really have to become the ultimate detective of the body.” “Every patient is somewhere between gas and brake at all times. Those systems are constantly working, they're not off. It's just a dimmer switch. Every medication pushes one system or pulls the other system back into play.” Enjoying Inside EMS? Email theshow@ems1.com to share feedback or suggest guests for a future episode. 

TALK TO ME, TEXT ITA theater marquee sparks a studio backlash, a Supreme Court justice's applause at the Grammys ignites a debate about impartiality, and an Olympic venue changes one word that sets off a storm. This week moves fast, but the thread is clear: small signals can carry outsized weight when identity, institutions, and media incentives collide. We lay out what happened, why it mattered, and how these stories connect far beyond headlines.First, we unpack the Amazon decision to pull a Melania documentary from a local theater after a sharp-tongued marquee. Was it brand protection, overreach, or a chilling precedent for exhibitors and promoters? Then we examine the optics of a justice cheering anti-ICE remarks on a national stage, asking how public trust holds up when civic roles meet celebrity culture. From there, we skate into the Winter Olympics controversy over renaming an “Ice House,” exploring how language battles and corporate caution drain joy from events meant to unify fans around skating, hockey, and downhill speed.The online world adds fuel with “China maxing,” where creators adopt Chinese aesthetics while dunking on America for clicks. We trace the trend's rise, the Beijing livestream that escalated things, and the bigger question of what happens when aesthetic admiration morphs into political cosplay. Finally, we bring it home with a North Alabama protest shifted after school hours, and we talk frankly about performative activism, practical compromise, and the gap between national narratives and local realities. We end on something simple and human: the winter sports that still thrill, and why a clean run or a perfect program can cut through the noise.If this breakdown got you thinking, share it with a friend, subscribe for more sharp weekly recaps, and drop a review with your take: which moment here mattered most and why?Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREE Thanks for listening! Liberty Line each week on Sunday, look for topics on my X file @americanistblog and submit your 1-3 audio opinions to anamericanistblog@gmail.com and you'll be featured on the podcast. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREESupport the showTip Jar for coffee $ - Thanks Music by Alehandro Vodnik from Pixabay Blog - AnAmericanist.comX - @americanistblog

In this powerful and deeply honest episode of Finding Faith Above, Shelby sits down with Lindsay, a woman of strong faith and biblical conviction, to tackle one of the hardest tensions facing Christians today: Are we called to keep the peace, or to make peace rooted in truth? This conversation goes where many avoid. Together, Shelby and Lindsay unpack the difference between peacekeeping (appeasement and silence) and peacemaking (love grounded in truth) and why confusing the two can have eternal consequences. Sparked by Lindsay's widely shared open letter to her LDS friends, this episode compassionately explores why Christians and Latter-day Saints often use the same language but mean very different things when it comes to God, Jesus, salvation, and truth. These aren't minor theological disagreements. They are foundational questions that shape eternity. You'll hear Lindsay's personal faith journey, including how biblical literacy transformed her walk with Christ, humbled her self-righteousness, and gave her courage to speak truth even when it cost her relationships, comfort, and approval. This is not an episode about winning arguments. It's about loving people enough to tell the truth. Shelby and Lindsay also dive into: Why unity without truth is not biblical peace How to lovingly engage LDS friends without compromising the gospel Why asking hard questions is not dangerous, but necessary How archaeology, ancient manuscripts, and apologetics affirm the reliability of the Bible Why Christianity is an evidence-based faith, not blind belief How biblical literacy equips you to recognize counterfeit gospels If you've ever felt torn between loving people and standing firm in truth, this episode will give language, clarity, and courage to that tension. Resources mentioned in this episode: The Bible Recap with Tara-Leigh Cobble: https://www.thebiblerecap.com Wes Huff (biblical manuscripts & apologetics): https://www.youtube.com/@WesHuff Jay Warner Wallace (Cold-Case Christianity): https://coldcasechristianity.com

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Lee and Leslie Strobel join Kirk Cameron to discuss the early years of their marriage, focusing on a period of time during which Leslie came to faith in Christ while Lee remained an atheist. They share the challenges they faced, the emotions they were navigating and the power of consistent prayer in the years that led to Lee investigating "The Case for Christ." Don't miss this riveting interview on Takeaways with Kirk Cameron on TBN! Missed the last episode? Listen in as psychologist Dr. Henry Cloud shares his moving testimony and personal faith journey. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WATCH Takeaways with Kirk Cameron episodes for free on TBN+⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Each episode of Takeaways with Kirk Cameron features knowledgeable guests having a respectful and thoughtful conversation surrounding topics that are impacting our society every day. Kirk's hope is that you will walk away from this show with practical steps on how to better your family, your community, and your nation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Linda interviews Dana about the inspiration, process, and purpose behind her book Restore, a 90-day daily reader focused on intentional living. Sparked by advice from John Maxwell and a pivotal moment of spiritual clarity on Sullivan's Island, Dana explains how the book grew out of four core pillars that shaped her growth: intentionality, the power of proximity, building meaningful relationships, and running one's own race without comparison. Rather than a traditional devotional, Restore blends faith as an undertone with practical business and life lessons, using personal stories, reflection questions, and actionable examples—such as seeking mentors and stepping boldly into relationships—to help readers stop drifting and live with clarity, purpose, and deliberate focus in both life and work.

In this episode, Linda interviews Dana about the inspiration, process, and purpose behind her book Restore, a 90-day daily reader focused on intentional living. Sparked by advice from John Maxwell and a pivotal moment of spiritual clarity on Sullivan's Island, Dana explains how the book grew out of four core pillars that shaped her growth: intentionality, the power of proximity, building meaningful relationships, and running one's own race without comparison. Rather than a traditional devotional, Restore blends faith as an undertone with practical business and life lessons, using personal stories, reflection questions, and actionable examples—such as seeking mentors and stepping boldly into relationships—to help readers stop drifting and live with clarity, purpose, and deliberate focus in both life and work.

When you love all the projects, how do you keep up with it all? To Megan Dosch, the answers are digital and "you don't." My conversation with Megan explores how she embraces a good enough mindset and identifies what really is the priority. From Project Life to December Daily (and everything in between), this episode highlights what its like to be busy-but-passionate memory keeper today.Links MentionedMegan on Instagram: @meganscrapbooksMegan's YouTubeProject Life iPhone AppProject Life Android AppPhotoshopShutterflyPersnickety PrintsAli Edwards December DailyAli Edwards Week in The LifeAli Edwards Day in the LifeAli Edwards One Little Word52 weeks of MeThe 100 Day ProjectI love it all ShopBlurbWord Swag AppGoDaddy StudioCanvaCollect iPhone AppCollect Android AppDay OneAtomic Habits (*)*Affiliate links help to support the work we do, at no additional cost to you.