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Have you ever stayed silent about an obvious problem because you were afraid of looking foolish? Most leadership failures don't happen because leaders lack intelligence they happen because people stop telling the truth. In this episode, Bradley Hartmann revisits The Emperor's New Clothes and uncovers powerful lessons about groupthink, fear-driven decision-making, filtered communication, and the organizational risks that emerge when no one is willing to challenge the status quo. For construction leaders and executives, these insights are directly applicable to creating healthier teams, better decisions, and stronger company cultures.  In this episode you will Learn why leaders often prioritize protecting their reputation over discovering the truth and the hidden costs that follow. Discover how fear of looking foolish fuels deception, groupthink, and poor decision-making inside organizations. Understand how great leaders create environments where employees feel safe speaking up before problems become crises. Listen now to uncover the timeless leadership lesson that can help you build a culture where truth surfaces early, decisions improve, and costly mistakes are prevented before the parade ever begins. Read the The Emperor's New Clothes   At Bradley Hartmann & Company, we help construction teams improve sales, leadership,  and communication by reducing miscommunication, strengthening teamwork, and bridging language gaps between English and Spanish speakers. To learn more about our product offerings, visit bradleyhartmannandco.com. The Construction Leadership Podcast dives into essential leadership topics in construction, including strategy, emotional intelligence, communication skills, confidence, innovation, and effective decision-making. You'll also gain insights into delegation, cultural intelligence, goal setting, team building, employee engagement, and how to overcome common culture problems—whether you're leading a crew or managing an entire organization. Have topic ideas or guest recommendations? Contact us at info@bradleyhartmannandco.com. New podcasts are dropped every Tuesday and Thursday.   This episode is brought to you by The Construction Spanish Toolbox —the most practical way for construction teams to learn jobsite-ready Spanish in just minutes a day over 6 months.      

Send us Fan MailIn Episode 2 of the Seeking Justice series, we look at two powerful examples of women in the Bible who refused to stay silent. Together, their stories teach us that seeking justice requires both persistence and preparation. This episode explores biblical justice, Christian advocacy, faith, courage, and what it means to speak up without losing your character.JOIN THE MOVEMENT:Faith to Launch – A community for Christian women ready to build with purpose (coming soon) https://faithtolaunch.lovable.app/FAITH-DRIVEN WOMEN WHO LAUNCH SERIES: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfkkBA4-h1A6681JOJBa0KVRteD9urz7I&si=xTIv62BRH4ril_8BUY THE BOOK: HOW TO LIVE AN EXTRAORDINARY LIFE, WITH OR WITHOUT MR. RIGHT BOOK AND WORKBOOKWebsite: https://withorwithoutmrright.com/books/Book: https://amzn.to/3ZjtBJJWorkbook: https://amzn.to/4guXFYAAudiobook: https://withorwithoutmrright.com/books/Leave a review about the book: https://www.amazon.com/review/create-review?asin=B0DMVP65PRLISTEN TO CHAPTER ONE FOR FREEhttps://app.helloaudio.fm/feed/3228c79f-0dea-4f6b-a428-d7fcfd1f72f5/signupActivate Your Calling: Create, Build, & Promote Your Gift Workshop Replay Video: https://hustleinfaith.gumroad.com/l/activatePlease join me in my YouTube only series, 30 Days to Becoming a Stronger, More Confident You in Christ: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfkkBA4-h1A56MxObeO__s873pdUnnWQ5

She testified in one of the most significant criminal trials in American history. She pointed at Richard Speck and said "This is the man." Then Corazon Amurao went home to the Philippines, married, had children, and turned down every interview, every book deal, and every media request for the rest of her life.On the night of July 13, 1966, Speck entered a Chicago townhouse and killed eight student nurses over five hours. Corazon survived by rolling under a bed and staying motionless until morning. She is reportedly alive, in her eighties, still private.This episode of Surviving Serial Killers starts with the women — their names, their plans, the weddings they were scheduling and the careers they were starting — before it tells you what happened to them. Because the world remembers Richard Speck. Corazon made sure the world would never forget her silence.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#CorazonAmurao #RichardSpeck #SurvivingSerialKillers #HistorysHiddenKillers #TrueCrime #Chicago #NurseMurders #TrueCrimePodcast #CrimeOfTheCentury #JusticeServed

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Lead Pastor Dan Vera closes out the Unashamed series with a powerful message titled "I Won't Stay Silent". 

What happens if you stay silent about your faith? In this teaching from Luke 19, we explore why your voice matters, what Jesus says about boldness, and how to overcome fear when sharing your faith. Worship with us on VIZION CHURCH ONLINE every Sunday at 9:30am and 11:00am EST: https://live.vizionchurch.com Visit Our Website: https://www.vizionchurch.com/ FOLLOW VIZION CHURCH ► https://facebook.com/vizionchurch ► https://instagram.com/vizionchurch/ Listen to the Vizion Church Podcast: http://bit.ly/vizioncast What we give to God cannot compare to what He has given us: His inexpressible gift. If you feel lead to support Vizion Church, visit the online giving center. ►http://bit.ly/2gLulBw About Vizion Church: Vizion is a vibrant church located in Uptown Charlotte. Our mission is to empower people to live out the extraordinary vision of God. 704-560-8335 info@vizionchurch.com 1113 Fordham Rd Charlotte, NC 28208

Don't Imbibe the Kool-Aid with Kim Kennedy – Jarred is a New Jersey parent and advocate who, in January 2026, won a landmark settlement against the Berkeley Heights Board of Education after the district was forced to formally acknowledge that his 2022 warnings about violence at the school were accurate. What was he warning them about? Did you know that violence in schools...

Surrounded by conflicts and controversy, there can be a lot of pressure to speak, whether you're a Christian in a workplace or a pastor speaking to a congregation. The Bible encourages both holding the tongue and the courage to be bold with the truth. It takes wisdom to discern the moment and when God is asking us to speak and when he is asking us to remain silent. In this week's episode, we're exploring the question of how leaders can cultivate the discernment to steward their voice in a noisy and chaotic culture. Pastor Jim offers some practical advice for finding a way forward.

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Episode Summary What do you do when you discover something that could harm patients—and the system doesn't want to hear it? In this powerful episode, Dr. Amy Vertrees sits down with renowned breast surgeon Dr. Beth Dupree to discuss her extraordinary journey after identifying multiple missed breast cancer diagnoses within a healthcare system. After discovering what initially appeared to be a single missed cancer, Dr. Dupree followed established quality and reporting pathways only to uncover a much larger pattern. What followed was years of advocacy, resistance, investigation, personal sacrifice, and ultimately transformation. The conversation explores not only healthcare accountability but also physician resilience, moral injury, leadership, healing, and the courage required to continue speaking up when the personal cost becomes significant. About Dr. Beth Dupree Beth Dupree is a nationally recognized breast surgeon, educator, author, and pioneer in integrative breast cancer care. Over her career she: Built nationally recognized breast programs Trained breast surgical oncology fellows Led quality and safety initiatives Developed innovative survivorship programs Authored multiple books on healing and survivorship Became a national voice for patient-centered cancer care Key Topics Discussed Following the Evidence Dr. Dupree shares how a routine consultation led her to discover a missed breast cancer diagnosis that had been visible on imaging for years. Rather than dismissing concerns, she followed the data and pursued further investigation. Key lesson: Sometimes the first problem you find is only the beginning. When the System Pushes Back The episode explores what happens when: quality concerns are raised physicians challenge established processes institutional interests conflict with transparency Dr. Dupree discusses navigating: internal quality reviews hospital administration external reviewers medical boards media investigations The Emotional Cost of Advocacy One of the most powerful sections of the conversation centers on the personal impact of advocacy. Topics include: moral injury professional isolation burnout PTSD physician identity Dr. Dupree describes what it feels like to know something is wrong while feeling unable to protect patients in the way she believed they deserved. Courage Versus Comfort A central theme emerges throughout the discussion: Doing the right thing does not guarantee an easy outcome. The conversation explores: professional courage integrity under pressure speaking up despite consequences choosing values over comfort Healing the Healer The latter part of the episode shifts toward recovery and transformation. Dr. Dupree shares her journey through: trauma recovery integrative medicine survivorship care psychedelic-assisted therapy education vagal nerve regulation innovative approaches to healing The discussion examines how physicians can learn to care for themselves while continuing to care deeply for patients. The Future of Medicine Dr. Dupree challenges surgeons to think beyond traditional treatment models and remain open to innovation. Topics include: survivorship care whole-person healing bioelectric medicine mental health support quality of life after treatment Memorable Quotes "Being right about something in a health system is not always the easy path." "You cannot work in a system where you are not respected, heard, and valued." "The truth sets people free." "Bless the thing that breaks you down and cracks you wide open." "Personal courage is what changes medicine." "Sometimes the greatest gift comes from the hardest experience." Key Takeaways ✅ Patient advocacy sometimes requires personal courage ✅ Following proper channels does not always guarantee action ✅ Moral injury can have profound effects on physicians ✅ Healing matters for doctors as much as patients ✅ Innovation often begins by listening deeply ✅ Integrity is often tested when the stakes are highest ✅ The experiences that challenge us most can transform our careers Who Should Listen Surgeons Physicians in leadership Residents and fellows Quality and safety leaders Healthcare administrators Physicians experiencing moral injury Anyone interested in healthcare culture and patient advocacy Connect with Dr. Beth Dupree Social Media: @drbethdupree Author of The Healing Consciousness Contributing author in Women in Surgery Speaker, educator, and advocate for integrative cancer care

Send me a DM here (it doesn't let me respond), OR email me: imagineabetterworld2020@gmail.comToday I'm so honored to introduce you all to: Masonic Ritual Abuse Victim, Survivor and now Whistleblower for the first time, intuitive empath, entrepreneur, public speaker and improv comedian, biofeedback facilitator and educator, clean farming and nature lover, and an incredible hero coming forward to advocate for whistleblower and survivor protection and safety and to do everything in her power to facilitate the change she wishes to see in the world: Allison AdamsA little bit about Allison and what we will be discussing today: An outsider by choice and circumstance, Allison had already walked a remarkable path long before tragedy sought her out. Diagnosed with Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy as a child, Allison was not defined by her condition - she mastered it. For 45 years, this practice became her anchor: a disciplined dance of food, sleep, mindfulness, and inner sovereignty. It wasn't just medicine. It was her superpower.Her days were filled with simple joys - gym friendships, hiking through the woods, lunch dates, and the deep sharing that comes with genuine connection. She befriended a woman at the gym, and never imagining that warmth and trust would be weaponized against her. For two years, she was stalked and targeted by those who used personal details against her. Then, in April 2020, came the unthinkable. On the patio of an acquaintance, she was drugged - believed to be with at least four different substances - and plunged into ten missing hours. What followed was a nightmare of ritualistic horror: terror, violation, strangulation, and hazing at the hands of a sophisticated network.Yet here is where Allison's light refused to be extinguished.Even in that drugged state, her decades of biofeedback training awakened. While her body appeared unconscious, her mind remained hyper-aware - an observer in the storm. In the months and years that followed, she patiently gathered fragments: clues, memories, internal knowing. Piece by piece, she reconstructed her truth. A woman who had spent her life managing epilepsy with grace turned that same mastery toward survival and healing. She refused to let the trauma erase her. Instead, she transformed it into purpose.She stands today as living proof that the human spirit, when anchored in practiced awareness and unyielding courage, can transcend even the most depraved evil. In a world quick to silence victims, Allison chose the opposite: she chose to speak. Her voice rises not just for herself, but powerfully for the children - the ones drugged with memory-erasing substances, who have no reference point, no adult resilience, no framework to understand the violation. That compassion, that fierce maternal fire for the innocent, reveals the true depth of her character.Allison's story is a rallying cry. She is still in danger. She knows the risks of going public. She has watched whistleblowers step forward only to be targeted and silenced. Yet she will not be deterred. She is demanding accountability from her community. She is calling for safety nets - shelter, support, protection - for those brave enough to expose darkness. Her message is clear and urgent: “Do what you can - but do something.”Allison embodies the rarest kind of heroism: the quiet, relentless kind. The kind that turns personal hell into collective awakening. She reminds us that survival is not merely enduring—it is rising, speaking, organizing, and loving the vulnerable more fiercely because you know what it costs. She is proof that even after the worst humanity can offer, one woman rooted in decades of inner discipline can become a force for justice and healing.CONNECT WITH ALLISON: Donate on Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/allison1776X: https://x.com/AdamsAllis94140CONNECT WITH EMMA:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@imaginationpodcastofficialRumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheImaginationPodcastEMAIL: imagineabetterworld2020@gmail.com OR standbysurvivors@protonmail.comMy Substack: https://emmakatherine.substack.com/BUY ME A COFFEE: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theimaginationVENMO: @emmapreneurCASHAPP: $EmmaKatherine1204All links: https://direct.me/theimaginationpodcastSupport the show

In this episode of the Tactical Living Podcast, hosts Coach Ashlie Walton and Sergeant Clint Walton talk about something that does not get said directly enough in law enforcement and emergency services: sometimes the environment you work inside of is part of what is making you struggle (Amazon Affiliate). Not the calls. Not the danger. Not the public. The culture inside the walls of your own department. The unwritten rules about who you are supposed to be, how you are supposed to handle things, and what happens when you do not fall in line. This episode takes an honest look at how toxic department culture develops, what it does to the people inside it, and how to protect yourself when the place that is supposed to have your back becomes part of the weight you are carrying.

For as long as he could remember, the loud uneven ticking of his grandmother's kitchen clock filled the old farmhouse house where his family gathered for holidays, storms, arguments, and ordinary afternoons. Even after the clock stopped working years before her death, his grandmother refused to throw it away.When she died, the family made a strange last-minute decision: they buried the broken clock beside her in the coffin.A few nights later, he woke in his apartment to the unmistakable sound of it ticking somewhere beyond the bedroom.What followed over the next several years was never dramatic enough to feel like a haunting. The ticking only appeared during certain moments—hospital waiting rooms, sleepless nights, births, deaths, endings. Always faint. Always familiar. Always impossible.Then, more than a decade later, he found the clock's brass winding key in a box of old belongings… despite remembering with absolute certainty that it had been buried with her. #RealGhostStories #HauntedObject #ParanormalExperience #GhostStory #SupernaturalEncounter #GriefAndLoss #HauntedClock #TrueGhostStory #AfterlifeMystery #StrangeExperiencesLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

For as long as he could remember, the loud uneven ticking of his grandmother's kitchen clock filled the old farmhouse house where his family gathered for holidays, storms, arguments, and ordinary afternoons. Even after the clock stopped working years before her death, his grandmother refused to throw it away.When she died, the family made a strange last-minute decision: they buried the broken clock beside her in the coffin.A few nights later, he woke in his apartment to the unmistakable sound of it ticking somewhere beyond the bedroom.What followed over the next several years was never dramatic enough to feel like a haunting. The ticking only appeared during certain moments—hospital waiting rooms, sleepless nights, births, deaths, endings. Always faint. Always familiar. Always impossible.Then, more than a decade later, he found the clock's brass winding key in a box of old belongings… despite remembering with absolute certainty that it had been buried with her. #RealGhostStories #HauntedObject #ParanormalExperience #GhostStory #SupernaturalEncounter #GriefAndLoss #HauntedClock #TrueGhostStory #AfterlifeMystery #StrangeExperiencesLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

Some say sports and politics should be kept separate — that athletes should just “stick to sports.” But for others, politics and sports can't be separated at all.This week, we sit down with Kevin Blackistone, an award-winning national sports columnist who focuses on the intersection of sports and politics. We'll talk about why he believes it's impossible to separate the two, how the Trump administration is showing up in the sports world today, and how athletes respond when they're told to “shut up and dribble.”Then we'll hear from an athlete who's made a name for himself by speaking out. During his 11 years in the NBA, Enes Kanter Freedom played for five teams, including the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks. Enes has built a reputation as an advocate, putting human rights at the forefront of every conversation — even when it has led to personal consequences for himself and his family.Show Notes In the Name of Freedom: A Political Dissident's Fight for Human Rights in the NBA and Around the World | Enes Kanter Freedom Enes Kanter Freedom: Why I Became an American | The Atlantic Enes Kanter's family disowns him over Turkish political issues | NBC ‘My dad has been released': Enes Kanter celebrates father's freedom in Turkey | The Athletic Turkey's Erdogan Blasts Syria, Israel | Morning Edition Show CreditsHost: David GreeneExecutive Producers: Joan Isabella, Tom GrahslerSenior Producer: Michael OlcottProducer: Michaela WinbergAssociate Producer: Bibiana CorreaTalent Booker: Britt KahnEngineer: Mike VillersTile Art: Bea WallingTheme Song: Emma MungerSports in America is a production of WHYY, distributed by PRX, and part of the NPR podcast network

Labour is playing a dangerous game of politics by camouflaging six months out from the election. Chris Hipkins and Carmel Sepuloni are refusing to front with any concrete policy, hoping voters will forget six years of failure. Plus, we reveal the exclusive results from our editor-in-chief poll on the proposed public service job cuts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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"Look, I don't have some secret decoder ring that will tell you that something's performative, but I do think it doesn't take a whole lot of Googling to figure out if something sounds too good to be true, to figure out that it is. And I think part of the way that leaders who are effective do this is they referenced the fact that they were talking to their employees."Traditional leadership used to mean staying neutral, but, not anymore.Today's leaders are expected to speak on political and social issues—and most aren't prepared for it.In this episode of the Personalization Outbreak Podcast, Matt Kohut — communications strategist and author of Speaking Out — joins Glenn Llopis to explain:

Cubs' bats stay silent in 5-2 loss to MLB-best Braves (Hour 1) full 2513 Wed, 13 May 2026 21:53:17 +0000 9nNJPgir9pvjHZulFQItIKb0BjlFaMM5 sports Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show sports Cubs' bats stay silent in 5-2 loss to MLB-best Braves (Hour 1) Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote bring a thoughtful, fast-moving approach to Chicago sports, pairing sharp insight with real personality. They break down the day's biggest stories across the NFL, MLB, NBA and college sports, with Chicago always leading the conversation — from the Bears and Cubs to the Bulls, White Sox and more. Known for smart analysis, honest takes and lively discussion, the show offers Chicago fans a well-rounded, informed perspective on everything happening in the city's sports landscape. Catch the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show live Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 104.3 The Score or on the Audacy app. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcas

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, University of Memphis expert Michele Ehrhart joins host Jason Mudd to discuss crisis communication, leadership preparedness, reputation management, and how organizations can navigate high-pressure situations with clarity and confidence.Tune in to learn more!Meet our guest:Our guest is Michele Ehrhart, senior vice president and chief marketing and communications officer at the University of Memphis. Michele is a crisis communications expert with three decades of experience in corporate affairs, executive communications, and PR strategy. Five things you'll learn from this episode:1. Why crisis preparation must happen before a crisis occurs2. How leaders can use “what if” scenario planning to prepare for high-risk situations3. Why silence can be a strategic communication choice depending on context4. How reputation is built slowly but can be damaged quickly during a crisis5. Why defining roles and responsibilities in advance improves crisis response executionQuotables“The day you have a crisis should not be the first day you've thought about what you'll do.” — Michele Ehrhart“Planning the work and working the plan.” — Michele Ehrhart“Silence is a strategy. If the story isn't yours, don't talk about it.” — Michele Ehrhart“The brand is what you put out there; reputation is what they think of you.” — Michele Ehrhart“When PR is at its best, it's building a reputation for your company — just not visibility, but also the reputation. You could have great visibility, but it's not positive.” – Jason MuddIf you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to share it with a colleague or friend. You may also support us through Buy Me a Coffee or by leaving us a quick podcast review.More About Michele EhrhartMichele Ehrhart is a crisis communications expert with three decades of experience in corporate affairs, executive communications, and PR strategy. After 22 years with FedEx, she now serves as the University of Memphis's senior vice president and chief marketing and communications officer. She is a bestselling author, speaker, and industry expert helping leaders navigate crises with confidence and clarity.Guest's contact info and resources:Michele Ehrhart on LinkedInMichele Ehrhart's websiteGet the “Crisis Compass: How to Communicate When It Matters Most” bookAxia's CrisisPoint serviceAxia's Reputation Restoration serviceAdditional Resources:How to recover from a PR crisis and manage Support the showOn Top of PR is produced by Axia Public Relations, named by Forbes as one of America's Best PR Agencies. Axia is an expert PR firm for national brands.On Top of PR is sponsored by ReviewMaxer, the platform for monitoring, improving, and promoting online customer reviews.

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We recently taught a women’s conference in Florida, and we wanted to introduce this replay episode from 2022, “Why We Won’t Stay Silent,” by telling you all about this wonderful event! We’d love to have the opportunity to teach the ladies at YOUR church, too! So listen in, find out how we got started in […]

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Mary Hope McQuiston grew up learning not to make waves, not to get emotional, not to rock the boat. Those lessons followed her into the boardroom. When a male colleague made a sexist comment during a high-stakes presentation, she said nothing. She couldn't even bring herself to tell her husband that night. The shame of her own silence was that heavy. That moment became the turning point. Today, Mary Hope is VP and General Manager of Autodesk's Education Business, a business she helped scale from 5 million to over 235 million users. She's learned not just to speak up for herself, but to build teams and accountability systems where silence doesn't get to win. In this episode, she gets specific about how. You'll learn: The societal conditioning that trains women to suppress their voice, and the values-based trigger that finally broke through it How to hold cross-functional peers accountable when they nod along but never follow through, and the system that actually works Why she fired a trusted high-performing manager not for misconduct, but for failing to surface a toxic situation in his team, and what that decision cost her What a "listening tour" looks like when you're the one who needs to hear, not speak . The Billie Jean King moment she watched at age 6 that became her earliest model for speaking up when the stakes are real If you've ever stayed quiet and paid for it later or led a team where silence was quietly doing damage  this episode is your playbook. About Mary Hope McQuiston: VP and General Manager of Autodesk's Education Business, Mary Hope co-founded Autodesk's consumer and 3D printing business in 2010 and helped scale its user base from 5 million to over 235 million users in four years. She serves on the SkillsUSA board of directors and is a longtime advocate for women's advancement, LGBTQ+ rights, and equal access to education. Connect with Mary Hope on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mhmcquiston/

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You're not being kind by staying silent. You're avoiding a critical part of your job as a leader.  If you've been watching someone on your team struggle, missing deadlines, having a bad attitude, not showing up, and you haven't said a word, this episode is for you.  Most new managers avoid hard conversations because it feels like the compassionate thing to do. Give them another chance. Wait and see. But here's the truth: silence doesn't protect your employee. It just delays the damage — and makes you responsible for it. In this episode, Jen shares a personal story of being blindsided by feedback her boss had been sitting on for months. She breaks down exactly why new leaders avoid these conversations (hint: it's not kindness — it's fear wearing a disguise). Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themadeleader Connect with Jen: https://growthsignals.co/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenparnold/

In this episode, Bradley Hamner sits down with Megan Reitz, researcher, speaker, and author focused on dialogue in organizations. Megan shares insights from years of studying why people speak up, why they stay silent, and how leaders influence both through the way they show up.They explore how leadership presence affects team communication, why most leaders overestimate their listening skills, and how everyday signals can either invite ideas or shut them down. Megan also explains how habits, attention, and curiosity shape whether meaningful conversations actually happen inside organizations.This conversation looks at what prevents honest dialogue and how leaders can create space for it. How do you encourage feedback without intimidating your team? What signals are you sending in meetings? And how do you address the “elephant in the room” before silence turns into resentment?If you want to improve how your team communicates, invite better feedback, and create an environment where people feel safe to speak up, this conversation is for you.Visit https://workshop.blueprintos.com to register for the upcoming Above The Business workshop.Learn more about Megan Reitz: https://www.meganreitz.comConnect with Megan Reitz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganreitz/Check out her latest book – Speak Out, Listen Up: https://a.co/d/090esprLThanks to our sponsorsCoach P ConsultingCoach P found great success as an insurance agent and agency owner, leading a large and stable team of top-performing professionals. Today, he shares the systems, delegation strategies, and specialization methods he developed along the way. Gain access to weekly training calls and mentoring at:https://www.coachpconsulting.comBe sure to mention you heard about it on the Above The Business Podcast.Autopilot RecruitingAutopilot Recruiting helps small business owners solve staffing challenges by taking the stress out of hiring. Their dedicated recruiters work on your behalf every business day, optimizing your applicant tracking system, posting job listings, and sourcing candidates through social media and local communities.https://www.autopilotrecruiting.comMention Above The Business Podcast when you reach out.Direct ClicksDirect Clicks is built by business owners, for business owners. They specialize in custom marketing solutions that drive real results. From paid search campaigns to SEO and social media management, they provide comprehensive digital marketing support to help your business grow.Exclusive offer for listeners:https://directclicksinc.com/abovethebusinessGet a free marketing campaign audit and actionable recommendations.About Above The BusinessAbove The Business is hosted by Bradley Hamner, founder of BlueprintOS, and focuses on helping small business owners transition from Rainmaker to Architect by building systems, teams, and operations that scale.

"Living this life isn't easy. The more wishes you have, the more difficult it will be." Shaolin Monk Master Shi Heng Yi.•Speaker:Master Shi Heng YiShi Heng Yi is a Shaolin monk, author, and the headmaster of the Shaolin Temple Europe in Germany. He is known for his popular talks, nterviews and extensive online teachings, where he shares insights on self-mastery, discipline, and blending traditional Shaolin Kung Fu with Chan Buddhism to a wide, modern audience.Instagram - @daily_motivationsorgFacebook- @daily_motivationsorg

Not every leadership failure begins with a dramatic mistake. Sometimes it begins with a sentence that isn't said. In Episode #684, The Pressure to Stay Silent, we return to Bradley & Co. Solutions and follow Rachel Kim and Sam Gutierrez as subtle organizational pressure reshapes leadership from the inside. What begins as reasonable restraint slowly becomes softened language, delayed clarity, and careful edits that feel responsible—but leave an unsettled conscience. The supply-chain irregularities Sam identified are still present. Nothing has crossed official thresholds. No crisis demands action. On paper, the system is holding. But Rachel senses something deeper: holding is not the same as healthy. In meetings, she raises concerns—carefully. Leadership acknowledges them—politely. Monitoring replaces momentum. Over time, phrasing shifts. What was once "concerning" becomes "unlikely." What was "worth watching" becomes background noise. No one tells Rachel to soften her tone. She does it instinctively. Not to deceive, but to avoid escalation. And that is where the erosion begins. This episode explores a tension every leader eventually faces: when does restraint reflect wisdom—and when does it quietly become accommodation? Through this leadership story, we examine five lessons about leadership silence: Silence often begins as caution, not rebellion. Language softens before conviction disappears. Monitoring can slowly become avoidance. Culture is shaped not only by what leaders say—but by what they stop saying. Erosion happens incrementally, one careful edit at a time. We also reflect on Scripture's warnings about delayed obedience. Jeremiah faced pressure to soften his message. James reminds us that knowing the good we ought to do—and not doing it—carries its own cost. Silence is rarely neutral. It either protects discernment or erodes conviction. If you've ever felt the quiet pressure to say less than you believe, this episode will help you examine whether your restraint is clarifying wisdom—or reshaping your leadership from the inside.

Palm Sunday is full of celebration, noise, and public praise, but this message asks a sharper question: what happens when followers of Jesus go quiet? Pastor Vicki Harrison walks through Luke 19:37-40 and shows how the joy of Jesus' arrival in Jerusalem confronts the silence that often shapes our witness today. This message is both convicting and hopeful. It invites us to notice the places where fear, embarrassment, or cultural pressure have made us quiet, and to respond with renewed courage, praise, and obedience. Listen, share with a friend, and take one practical step this week to speak the hope of Jesus out loud.

Sienna brought up a story about the show, "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." Their husbands went on a boys' trip and made a pact not to tell their wives what went down, even if cheating was involved. Would you snitch or stay silent? Follow us on socials! @themorningmess

Sienna brought up a story about the show, "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." Their husbands went on a boys' trip and made a pact not to tell their wives what went down, even if cheating was involved. Would you snitch or stay silent? Follow us on socials! @themorningmess

Sienna brought up a story about the show, "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives." Their husbands went on a boys' trip and made a pact not to tell their wives what went down, even if cheating was involved. Would you snitch or stay silent? Follow us on socials! @themorningmess

The only thing standing between you and your powerful message is the act of starting.Most people wait until they feel ready, and waiting often keeps you silent and stuck. There's magic in taking action, even if your message isn't perfect or polished yet. Once you begin, you'll uncover surprising angles and ideas you never knew you had.Your voice gets stronger each time you write, research, and speak, not by planning in your mind forever. This episode pulls back the curtain on how real breakthroughs happen when you put your ideas in motion, and why the world needs you to step off the sidelines now.Here's what you'll learn:How real clarity and confidence develop through action, not waiting and missing out on opportunitiesA simple, effective process for shaping your talk, even if you start with a rough idea, so you can stop overthinking and start creatingWhy your messy first try is vital to finding your unique perspective, making your message hit it's mark The power of tackling uncomfortable or disruptive topics, so you stand out as a thought leaderPractical ways to organize your thoughts and stories, so you speak with impact every single timeThe mic is waiting, but it can't hear you until you step up and speak.>>>Sign up for The Experts Edge at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/newsletter>>>Ready to finally get off the fence and get noticed in rooms that matter? Book a call with me here and let's talk about your message and thought leadership. Https://speakandstandout.com/speaker-successMentioned in this episode:11. Test Frenchie

Get AudioBooks for Free Best Self-improvement Motivation Focus on Yourself & Stay Silent – Mel Robbins Discover powerful life advice from Mel Robbins on focusing on yourself, moving in silence, and letting success naturally fall into place.

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Should victims stay silent according to the Bible?In this teaching we look at the story of Tamar in 2 Samuel 13 and other passages to answer an important question: does Scripture require victims to remain silent about injustice?Many people have been taught that speaking up is unbiblical, but the Bible repeatedly shows victims crying out, exposing wrongdoing, and seeking justice. Tamar's story reveals how Scripture acknowledges injustice and brings truth into the light.In this study we cover:• The story of Tamar in 2 Samuel 13• Why victims in Scripture cried out• Why silence is not commanded in the Bible• What the Bible says about exposing evil• The difference between Matthew 18 conflict resolution and abuseIf you've ever wondered what the Bible actually teaches about victims, justice, and truth, this study walks through the Scriptures carefully.

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In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie sits down with Ilija Martinovich to launch a year-long mental health series focused on the trades. Ilija shares his personal journey through the past six years, including working through COVID as an essential worker, being diagnosed with bladder cancer, going through a divorce, and raising his children during a very stressful time. He speaks openly about the dark thoughts he faced, the pressure of staying strong as a father, and the stigma around mental health in blue-collar work. Ilija explains how speaking with a therapist, leaning on trusted people, walking daily, and building simple routines helped him regain control. Together, they highlight the power of honest conversations, healthy outlets, and finding purpose as key steps toward managing stress and protecting mental health. This episode continues the focus on mental health in the trades and the challenges many workers keep to themselves. Ilija joins Gary to share his experience over the past six years, including working through COVID as an essential worker, being diagnosed with bladder cancer, going through a divorce, and supporting his children during a difficult time. He speaks honestly about the dark places his mind went to and the pressure of trying to stay strong as a father. Ilija talks about how therapy, opening up to trusted people, improving his eating habits, and committing to daily walks helped him manage stress. The conversation reinforces the value of speaking up, building healthy outlets, and reminding tradespeople that support is available and they do not have to struggle alone. Expect to Learn: How working through COVID as an essential worker added stress at home and on the job. How a bladder cancer diagnosis and divorce affected Ilija's mental health. Why do many men in the trades stay silent, and the risks of keeping it inside? How therapy, trusted conversations, and crisis resources can provide real relief. How daily walks, better habits, and focusing on family help manage stress long-term. Episode Highlights: [00:00] - Intro to Ilija Martinovich in Part 1 [01:30] - Why Mental Health Matters [02:42] - Stigma of Mental Health in Trades [04:24] - Old-School Coping: Alcohol & Drugs [08:09] - Ilija's Story: Cancer, COVID & Divorce [12:17] - Importance of Talking to Someone [16:15] - Gary's Experience with Panic Attacks [18:37] - Turning to Food as a Coping Mechanism [21:04] - Finding Purpose to Protect Your Mental Health This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/ Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ SupplyHouse: https://www.supplyhouse.com/tm Use promo code HKIA5 to get 5% off your first order at SupplyHouse! Follow the Guest Ilija Martinovich on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_hvac_foodie/  Follow the Host: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/ Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/ 

The cultural moment we're in isn't just tense — it's a full convulsion, and it's landing in your church every Sunday. In this emergency panel episode, Ed Stetzer, Adam Mesa, and Sharon Hodde Miller debate when to speak up, when to be silent, how to deal with fallout, and how to pastor people in a deeply divided age. This is the conversation many pastors are desperate to have but afraid to start.

Eighteen thousand tips. But someone out there still hasn't called.A neighbor who saw something. A coworker who's noticed something off. A family member protecting someone. A friend who heard something and told themselves it was nothing. The tip that breaks the Nancy Guthrie case is probably sitting in someone's head right now — and they haven't made the call.Former FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke spent his career getting people to talk. He served as Chief of the Bureau's Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program. He recruited spies. He built trust with people who had every reason to stay silent. He knows why people hold back — and what finally opens them up.In this interview, Dreeke breaks down witness psychology. The different reasons people don't call. The person who doesn't realize what they know is important. The person scared of the spotlight. The person protecting someone they love. Each barrier is different. Each requires a different approach.What makes someone finally break their silence? What tips the scale from protection to confession? How do investigators reach the person who has information but hasn't connected it to this case?Dreeke speaks directly to whoever's out there with a piece of this puzzle. What would it take to get them to call today?#NancyGuthrie #RobinDreeke #TrueCrimeToday #WitnessPsychology #TipLine #FBISpyRecruiter #SavannahGuthrie #WhyPeopleDontTalk #MissingPerson #FBIExpertJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.

In every generation, God raises up shepherds who are willing to speak the truth—even when it costs them. In this Shepherds in the Storm episode, I'm joined by my friend Pastor Phil Hopper, lead pastor of Abundant Life Church, to talk about why the church was never meant to be silent. We unpack the fear keeping pastors quiet, why today's biggest issues are biblical—not political—and why courage in the pulpit matters more than ever. If you're a pastor, church leader, or believer longing for clarity and conviction in a confusing culture, this conversation will encourage you.Prime Sponsor: No matter where you live, visit the Functional Medical Institute online today to connect with Drs Mark and Michele Sherwood. Go to homeschoolhealth.com to get connected and see some of my favorites items. Use coupon code HEIDI for 20% off!Show mentions: http://heidistjohn.com/mentionsWebsite | heidistjohn.comSupport the show! | donorbox.org/donation-827Rumble | rumble.com/user/HeidiStJohnYoutube | youtube.com/@HeidiStJohnPodcastInstagram | @‌heidistjohnFacebook | Heidi St. JohnX | @‌heidistjohnFaith That Speaks Online CommunitySubmit your questions for Fan Mail Friday | heidistjohn.com/fanmailfriday

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