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You are more powerful than your problems. These sleep affirmations build the internal fortitude needed to navigate the toughest seasons of life with clarity and hope. Unwind now with our positive sleep affirmations podcast. Our soothing affirmations relax the mind and prepare the body for rest. Hit play, and drift into Good Sleep... Listen to more positive sleep affirmations by subscribing to the audio podcast in your favorite podcast app: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-sleep-positive-affirmations/id1704608129 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OuJvYoprqh7nPK44ZsdKE And start your morning with Optimal Living Daily! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/optimal-living-daily-mental-health-motivation/id1067688314 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1hygb4nGhNhlLn4pBnN00j?si=ca60dcfd758b44b4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
You are more powerful than your problems. These sleep affirmations build the internal fortitude needed to navigate the toughest seasons of life with clarity and hope. Unwind now with our positive sleep affirmations podcast. Our soothing affirmations relax the mind and prepare the body for rest. Hit play, and drift into Good Sleep... Listen to more positive sleep affirmations by subscribing to the audio podcast in your favorite podcast app: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-sleep-positive-affirmations/id1704608129 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OuJvYoprqh7nPK44ZsdKE And start your morning with Optimal Living Daily! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/optimal-living-daily-mental-health-motivation/id1067688314 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1hygb4nGhNhlLn4pBnN00j?si=ca60dcfd758b44b4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
I want to share with you a tale of three storms. Because as we compare these very similar storms in the Bible, we get a glimpse of the Gospel actually. Jonah says his life is required to calm the storm. For the storm to be calmed in Jesus’ story? His Word was all that’s required. And in Paul’s storm? It requires faith. “Believe me, God said I and the entire boat will be saved. Just the boat will be lost.” Life was required. Christ’s Word was required. Faith is required. This is the Gospel.
I want to share with you a tale of three storms. Because as we compare these very similar storms in the Bible, we get a glimpse of the Gospel actually. Jonah says his life is required to calm the storm. For the storm to be calmed in Jesus’ story? His Word was all that’s required. And in Paul’s storm? It requires faith. “Believe me, God said I and the entire boat will be saved. Just the boat will be lost.” Life was required. Christ’s Word was required. Faith is required. This is the Gospel.
Storms have a way of disrupting our plans, exposing our fears, and challenging what we believe about God. Paul's journey reminds us that God's promises are still trustworthy when circumstances seem to contradict them. We may not be able to control the storm, but we can trust the God who stays near and works through every part of the journey. When the storm is out of our control, we can anchor our souls to the God who keeps His promises.Edwin IzumigawaSunday, August 2 Live at 7:30 AMWebsite: http://pearlside.orgFacebook: http://facebook.com/pearlsidechurchInstagram: http://instagram.com/pearlside
Links to Steven Webb's podcast and how you can support his work.Donate paypal.me/stevenwebb or Coffee stevenwebb.ukSteven's courses, podcasts and links: stevenwebb.ukWhat if the thing we keep chasing is the reason we cannot rest?When I was six or seven, I was certain life would be sorted once I could ride my bike. I learnt, felt brilliant for a little while, and then Monday arrived. The finish line had moved again.We do this with money, health, work, relationships, meditation and even inner peace. We tell ourselves, "I'll be happy when..." Yet when the thing arrives, it slowly becomes normal and another carrot appears ahead of us.In this episode, I explore why wanting more is not the enemy, why happiness comes and goes, and why contentment may be a kinder aim. I share the image of the carrot that moves with the cart, the importance of pausing halfway up the mountain, and a simple practice for catching the moment we try to skip the life we are already living.This is not about giving up our goals or pretending money, health and security do not matter. It is about taking the next step without making it responsible for finally allowing us to be here.Stillness in the Storms is independent and advert free. To contact me, join the Weekly Calm or support my work, visit https://stevenwebb.ukWhat is in this episode(00:00) What if chasing happiness is stopping us from resting?(00:55) Learning to ride a bike and discovering the feeling did not last(02:00) The fairytale promise of happily ever after(03:15) Thanking the people who keep the podcasts advert free(03:50) The carrot that keeps moving with the cart(05:10) Noticing the happiness that is already here(06:10) Why wanting more can still be useful(08:40) Pausing halfway up the mountain and looking back(09:50) New headphones and how quickly better becomes normal(10:25) How gain and loss change the way the same life feels(12:30) Happiness, joy and sadness as experiences that come and go(14:20) Asking what is enough for this day(15:30) Finding life in its ordinary moments(16:40) The "I'll be happy when" practice(17:50) Taking the next step without skipping this oneOne practice for this weekWhen you hear yourself say, "I'll be happy when," or, "It will be okay when," pause.Notice what you are asking the next moment to give you. Then take one breath and let this moment be what it is. You can still take the next step. You just do not have to skip your life to get there.Notable quotes from the recording "What if the one thing you keep chasing is the reason you cannot be happy? Is the reason you cannot rest?" (00:00)"If you're not happy until you get that, you will never be happy." (08:40)"What is enough for this day? What is enough right now for you?" (14:20)"When you stop chasing, you realize the carrot will return and it was there all along." (16:20)"The chase stops being a prison when you stop. Take the next step if it's yours to take." (17:50)Thank youTim, Patricia, Jess and Cheryl. Your support helps keep Stillness in the Storms and Inner Peace Meditations free from adverts.
Have you ever felt like you were doing everything right — in your faith, your relationships, your purpose — and life still knocked you flat? This message is about finding real hope, working through anxiety, and building a foundation your faith and your life can actually stand on when the hard seasons hit.Not because you didn't work hard. Not because you didn't love Jesus enough. But because somewhere underneath the surface, something you built your identity, your purpose, and your spiritual growth on wasn't strong enough to hold the weight.In this message, we're wrapping up our High Ground series at Church of Hope with Jesus' story of two builders — one who built his faith on rock, one who built on sand. Same storm. Same anxiety. Same uncertainty. Completely different outcome. And the difference was never what people could see from the outside.This isn't a message about having a bad day. It's about what's actually holding your life together when the pressure hits — your marriage, your mental health, your finances, your faith, your future. We'll talk about why comfort always looks more appealing than obedience, why "Lord, Lord" isn't the same thing as actually knowing Jesus, and how to build a foundation today that will still be standing when the storm comes tomorrow. Whether you've followed Jesus for years or you're just curious what real faith even looks like when life gets hard, this one's for you.In this video, you'll learn: - Why storms don't create weakness in your life — they expose what was already there - The difference between being a "fan" of Jesus and a "follower" of Jesus - Why choosing convenience over obedience is always more expensive in the long run - Practical steps to build a daily foundation that can actually hold up under pressure
Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Facing Storms: A Journey of Friendship and Heritage in Geiranger Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-08-02-07-38-19-no Story Transcript:No: Sommeren var varm og solen skinte sterkt over Geirangerfjorden.En: The summer was warm, and the sun shone brightly over Geirangerfjorden.No: Sigrid var full av energi.En: Sigrid was full of energy.No: Hun elsket naturen, fjellene, og de klare blåvannene som glitret i dalen.En: She loved nature, the mountains, and the clear blue waters that sparkled in the valley.No: Ved siden av henne sto Erik, som alltid tenkte logisk.En: Beside her stood Erik, who always thought logically.No: Han var nervøs for den planlagte turen.En: He was nervous about the planned hike.No: De skulle bestige en vanskelig sti.En: They were going to climb a difficult path.No: Bak fjordens skjønnhet lå også skjulte farer.En: Behind the fjord's beauty also lay hidden dangers.No: Sigrid kjente i hjertet sitt et ønske om å ære sine forfedre.En: Sigrid felt in her heart a desire to honor her ancestors.No: De hadde levd i dette området for mange år siden.En: They had lived in this area many years ago.No: Hennes familiehistorie var knyttet til disse landene.En: Her family history was tied to these lands.No: Hun ville nå toppen og føle seg nærmere dem.En: She wanted to reach the top and feel closer to them.No: "Erik," sa Sigrid.En: "Erik," said Sigrid.No: "Denne turen betyr mye for meg.En: "This hike means a lot to me."No: " Erik smilte, men han var bekymret.En: Erik smiled, but he was worried.No: Været kunne være uforutsigbart.En: The weather could be unpredictable.No: Skyene begynte å samle seg.En: The clouds were starting to gather.No: Han sa, "Vi må være forsiktige.En: He said, "We have to be careful.No: Sikkerhet kommer først.En: Safety comes first."No: "Stien opp var bratt.En: The path up was steep.No: Sigrid klatret foran, full av iver.En: Sigrid climbed ahead, full of eagerness.No: Erik fulgte nøye etter.En: Erik followed closely behind.No: Han holdt øye med himmelen.En: He kept an eye on the sky.No: De passerte grønne enger og brusende fossefall.En: They passed green meadows and roaring waterfalls.No: Fjellene strakte seg majestetisk opp, og utsikten var imponerende.En: The mountains stretched majestically up, and the view was impressive.No: Plutselig så Erik mot horisonten.En: Suddenly, Erik looked toward the horizon.No: "Ser du skyene?En: "Do you see the clouds?"No: " spurte han.En: he asked.No: Mørke skyer rullet raskt inn.En: Dark clouds rolled in quickly.No: Vinden begynte å tilta.En: The wind began to pick up.No: Sigrid nølte, men sa bestemt: "Vi kan klare det.En: Sigrid hesitated but said determinedly, "We can do it."No: "De klatret videre, men vinden ble sterkere.En: They climbed on, but the wind grew stronger.No: Da de nesten var ved toppen, brøt en storm løs.En: As they were almost at the top, a storm broke out.No: Regnet haglet ned, og stien ble glatt og farlig.En: The rain hailed down, and the path became slippery and dangerous.No: Sigrid kunne kjenne hjertet hamre i brystet hennes.En: Sigrid could feel her heart pounding in her chest.No: Erik grep tak i armen hennes.En: Erik grabbed her arm.No: "Sigrid, vi må snu.En: "Sigrid, we have to turn back.No: Det er for farlig," ropte han.En: It's too dangerous," he shouted.No: Sigrid så på de rasende skyene og kjente regnet som pisket ansiktet.En: Sigrid looked at the raging clouds and felt the rain whipping her face.No: Hun ønsket så sterkt å nå toppen, men erkjente nå farene.En: She so strongly wanted to reach the top, but now recognized the dangers.No: "Du har rett, Erik," sa hun til slutt og så på ham med takknemlighet.En: "You're right, Erik," she said finally, and looked at him with gratitude.No: "Vi kan alltid prøve igjen en annen dag.En: "We can always try again another day."No: "Sammen begynte de nedstigningen, arm i arm, forsiktig gjennom den glatte stien.En: Together they began the descent, arm in arm, carefully down the slippery path.No: Stormen roet seg sakte mens det siste lyset fra solen lyste opp fjellene i det fjerne.En: The storm slowly calmed while the last light from the sun lit up the mountains in the distance.No: På vei ned skjønte Sigrid at det å hedre sine forfedre ikke bare handlet om å nå toppen.En: On the way down, Sigrid realized that honoring her ancestors was not just about reaching the top.No: Det handlet også om å forstå betydningen av sikkerhet og vennskap.En: It was also about understanding the importance of safety and friendship.No: Erik smilte til Sigrid, lettet over at de klarte det sammen.En: Erik smiled at Sigrid, relieved that they made it together.No: Deres vennskap ble styrket av opplevelsen.En: Their friendship was strengthened by the experience.No: De fant ly i en hytte ved fjorden.En: They found shelter in a cabin by the fjord.No: Utenfor var stormen en fjerne hukommelse, erstattet av den fredelige lyden av bølger som slo forsiktig mot steinene.En: Outside, the storm was a distant memory, replaced by the peaceful sound of waves gently hitting the rocks.No: Sigrid og Erik delte et stille øyeblikk, takknemlige for hverandre og de vakre landene rundt dem.En: Sigrid and Erik shared a quiet moment, grateful for each other and the beautiful lands around them.No: Det var ikke fjellets topp som definerte deres reise, men deres fellesskap og omsorg.En: It wasn't the mountain's top that defined their journey but their camaraderie and care.No: Fjorden kom til live i den gyldne skumringen.En: The fjord came to life in the golden dusk.No: En ny forståelse hadde vokst mellom vennene.En: A new understanding had grown between the friends. 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Storms have a way of disrupting our plans, exposing our fears, and challenging what we believe about God. Paul's journey reminds us that God's promises are still trustworthy when circumstances seem to contradict them. We may not be able to control the storm, but we can trust the God who stays near and works through every part of the journey. When the storm is out of our control, we can anchor our souls to the God who keeps His promises.
How to Sleep Through the Storms Psalm 4 August 2, 2026
The Holy Spirit gives believers hope, peace, and strength to endure life's storms. Romans 15:13 reminds us that God's power is always available, even when we feel weak, overwhelmed, or powerless. Discover how relying on the Holy Spirit helps us navigate hardship, grow in faith, and find lasting hope in every season. Life has a way of reminding us how little control we really have. In today's devotional, Melinda Eye Cooper shares how a devastating winter ice storm and days without electricity became a powerful illustration of our dependence on God. Just as our homes cannot function without power, our spiritual lives cannot thrive apart from the Holy Spirit. Highlights: Discover what Romans 15:13 teaches about the power of the Holy Spirit. Learn why life's storms reveal our need for God's strength and presence. Be encouraged by how the Holy Spirit provides hope, peace, guidance, and comfort. Understand how difficult seasons can deepen your faith and dependence on Christ. Find reassurance that God never leaves you to face hardship alone. Be reminded that true spiritual strength comes from the Holy Spirit, not ourselves. Join the Conversation How has God strengthened you through a difficult season? We'd love to hear how the Holy Spirit has encouraged, guided, or sustained your faith during life's storms. Continue the conversation with the Crosswalk community here: https://forums.crosswalk.com/ Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: No Power By Melinda Eye Cooper Bible Reading: May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. - Romans 15:13 NIV Living in middle Tennessee for the past thirty-plus years, I can attest that we rarely see much snow. Schools often close if the forecast calls for anything frozen, including flurries. But we’ve had a few serious winter storms, and they almost always involve ice. In January of 2026, one of those storms came through our area. We did our best to prepare in case the power went out. We’d stocked up on bread, bottles of water, and snacks. My husband brought a generator home from work to help keep our refrigerator running and a small space heater. Thankfully, we had a wood-burning fireplace, so we figured at least we’d keep warm. Snow started turning into sleet on Saturday and eventually turned to freezing rain. Temperatures plummeted. Tree branches snapped under the weight of accumulating ice, falling on power lines. The sky flashed when a transformer blew with a loud pop. Sunday, early in the morning, we lost power, and so did our neighbors. We tried to stay warm using the space heater and fireplace, but our house grew frigid. It was uncomfortable, to say the least. We barely slept the first night, even though we were using nearly every blanket we could find. It didn’t take long for reality to sink in. The power could be out for days or a week. Our neighbors texted the next afternoon that they were heading to Kentucky to stay in a hotel. The storm wasn’t nearly as bad there. We did the same, taking our dog with us. Getting inside a warm hotel room with a nice soft bed was a sweet relief. The lights worked. The television worked. And a hot shower was minutes away. It didn’t take long to get nice and comfortable. When we received notice that power had been restored to our area a couple of days later, we made our way back home. The drive revealed a lot of damage. Even though the thick ice covering trees and grass glistened in the sunlight and was beautiful in a terrible way, the storm mostly left a trail of destruction with downed trees, telephone poles, and broken tree branches in its wake. The storm and loss of power over the next several days (and a couple of weeks for some) caused a lot of problems, and sadly, some folks didn’t survive. We came home to a mess. Electric cords were draped everywhere, from hooking things up to the generator, and blankets were piled up. It was freezing inside the house. The heat was on, but it took a long time for the house to warm back up. Honestly, seeing the mess reminded me just how much we really need power in our homes. We rely on it heavily for day-to-day life. It runs the stove, HVAC unit, refrigerator, freezer, water heater, washer and dryer, lighting, appliances, and television. Almost everything. Even with our great efforts to prepare for a lack of power during the storm, it was still terrible. Our home quickly became uncomfortable without electricity. It seemed we could do nothing. We need power. Standing amidst the mess, it hit me spiritually. We need the Holy Spirit at every moment of our lives. We can’t do anything good without Him; we’d be uncomfortable, cold, and powerless. Intersecting Faith & Life: As a saved person, I’m deeply thankful for what Jesus did for me. I’m still in love with Him after many years as a Christian. But to be honest, I’m just beside myself that God also gave us the indwelling, powerful Holy Spirit to help us in life. He does so many things for us, including: Reveals Jesus Convicts us of sin Teaches us Reminds us Encourages us Protects us Guides us Warns us Gives us hope and spiritual gifts Tells us the truth Helps us pray Never leaves or forsakes us When a storm of life comes, whether it is a financial struggle, divorce, or the death of a loved one, we may be brought to our knees. The powerful Holy Spirit is with us in these hardships. He is our shelter when these storms blow through. Those difficult times show us just how much we need Him and rely on His power. They draw us into a deeper, more trusting relationship with our beloved Father. Father, thank You for giving us the powerful Holy Spirit to lead us through our lives. Helping us to grow closer to You and more like Jesus. In His name, Amen. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
National Weather Service Meteorologist Tony Ansuini discusses the weather for the first day and weekend for the month of August
We've all been rocked by Monday's storm. Some, much more than others. We will pick up the peices and cherish the fact that no one perished. We also take a look at mail in ballots, football and more. The List wishes peace to all after a very tough week.
Shannon Storms Beador & Harvey Guillén join host Andy Cohen. Listen to lively debates on everything from the latest drama surrounding your favorite Bravolebrities to what celebrity is making headlines that week live from the WWHL clubhouse.Aired on 07/30/26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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God desperately wants us to obey so He can bless us. He is working to lead us away from traps and rebellion because He cares for us more than we currently see. We must get rid of overt and covert rebellion in our lives. Drive out the generational curses and the demonic spirits in your life so it becomes easy to obey God. His ways are truly higher than our ways, and His Blessings are on the other side of obedience.
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Lou Manfredini hops on the show with Lisa to answer listeners' home project questions. Today, he shares tips on remedying air pressure changes in your home as well as how to better prepared for storms to hit your house. He also discusses how Base Power launched a battery backup system that ComEd customers have installed in their […]
Lou Manfredini hops on the show with Lisa to answer listeners' home project questions. Today, he shares tips on remedying air pressure changes in your home as well as how to better prepared for storms to hit your house. He also discusses how Base Power launched a battery backup system that ComEd customers have installed in their […]
A look at summer travel by the numbers. Also, Abby Cadabby and Grover from "Sesame Street" discuss how they stay calm and prepared during storms. Plus, Timothy Olyphant chats about "Lucky" and "The Five-Star Weekend". And, Cooper Hoffman discusses his steamy new film. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Nature is a very broad term, and as we often discuss on this show, everything is connected. Geology impacts soil, which dictates what plants can grow. But if we pull back even further, the ultimate engine driving our planet's systems is the Sun. So when I think of Nature's Archive—and that big concept of "Nature"—I love bringing these grand, foundational subjects into our scope.Today is one such instance. Our guest is Dr. Ryan French, a solar astrophysicist and author who specializes in studying solar flares. Solar activity affects life on Earth in surprising ways—from creating spectacular auroras (the northern and southern lights) to disrupting GPS systems and power grids. And most fascinating for naturalists: these solar storms can even disrupt bird navigation and alter the foraging habits of bees.Dr. French walks us through why solar flares occur, an even more impactful phenomenon called a coronal mass ejection, why these events follow an 11-year cycle, the current state of space weather forecasting, and how you can see and photograph beautiful auroral displays yourself.Dr. French has an extremely fun and informative social media presence, so be sure to check out ryanjfrench.com for resources and links.This was a super fun discussion—one I've wanted to have pretty much since I started Nature's Archive.FULL SHOW NOTESLinksCompilation from Solar Flares and Eruptions from Dr. French's YouTube Channelryanjfrench.comCheck our Ryan's Books, including Space Hazards and The Little Book of EclipsesNOAA's Space Weather Site, including predictions and real-time observationsSupport Us On Patreon!Buy our Merch!Music: Spellbound by Brian Holtz MusicLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist site: https://brianholtzmusic.com Discover the Jumpstart Nature Podcast - entertaining and immersive, it's the nature fix we all need.Check past Nature's Archive episodes for amazing guests like Doug Tallamy, Elaine Ingham, and Rae Wynn-Grant, covering topics from bird migration to fungi to frogs and bats!
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SpaceTime Series 29 Episode 90 Discovery of an atmosphere on a planet orbiting a red dwarf Astronomers think they may have detected an atmosphere on a super-Earth exo-planet orbiting in the habitable zone of a nearby red dwarf star. How mega-dust storms and the Sun affect Martian weather A new study has found that solar storms hitting Mars at the same time as planetary wide dust storms could cause major changes in Martian weather. Approval granted for the world's first orbital space reflector array America's Federal Communications Commission has approved plans for the first demonstration flight of Reflect Orbital's Eärendil-1 satellite which will test the idea of reflecting sunlight back to Earth on demand. The Science Report Family socioeconomic status more important than parent smoking or drinking for kid's future health. Ancient 3000-year-old wooden beams dating to the first Jewish temple discovered in Jerusalem. How Rottnest Island Salt Lake bacteria could make biodegradable plastic. The artery-on-a-chip technology that replicates a patient's blood vessel structure and flow dynamics. Alex on Tech AI getting more Skynet dangerous. Our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics
Guest: Dr. Michael Brennan, Director of NOAA's National Hurricane CenterThe peak of hurricane season is right around the corner—and whether you live along the coast or hundreds of miles inland, what happens in the tropics can have real impacts on your life. The question is: what do you actually need to know before the season really ramps up? Today on Weather Geeks, we're getting a preview straight from the source. Dr. Michael Brennan, Director of the National Hurricane Center, joins us to walk through what forecasters are watching this year, how hurricane prediction continues to improve, and where the biggest challenges still remain. We'll also talk about new tools and products coming out of the National Hurricane Center, how technology is shaping the future of forecasting, and what all of this means for you when the next storm is on the horizon.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Hurricane Season and Its Impacts02:45 Understanding Tropical Storm Arthur and Its Effects05:41 El Niño's Influence on Hurricane Activity08:34 The Importance of Preparedness and Messaging11:59 Evolving Forecasting Techniques and Challenges14:15 Break 114:40 Advancements in Predictive Modeling and AI17:44 The Role of Communication in Weather Forecasting20:46 Inland Hurricane Threats and Their Impacts23:51 Future Directions in Hurricane Research and Forecasting26:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts on Hurricane Preparedness26:58 Break 227:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts on Hurricane PreparednesResourcesNOAA National Hurricane Center - https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/Google DeepMind - https://deepmind.com/Hurricane Forecasting Models (HWRF, HAFS) - https://www.nco.ncep.noaa.gov/pmb/products/hwrf/Guest LinksTwitter - https://twitter.com/NHC_AtlanticLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-brennan-5a90322b2See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
“So take courage! For I believe God. It will be just as he said.” (Acts 27:25 NLT) Many Christians are tempted to believe the lie that when we’re in the will of God, everything will be smooth sailing. But often just the opposite is true. Doors slam in our faces. Obstacles appear in our paths. Storms arise that threaten to drive us off course. That’s why we need to remember that we have a spiritual enemy who wants to stop us from doing what God wants us to do. And he will use any means at his disposal to accomplish his work, including causing us to doubt God’s goodness and protection. Acts 27 tells the story of the apostle Paul’s voyage to Rome. Though he was a prisoner facing trial, he recognized that his circumstances would give him a momentous opportunity to share the gospel with several highly placed Roman officials. He reasonably could have expected smooth sailing all the way to his destination. After all, he was doing the Lord’s will even as his life hung in the balance. But that’s not how this story goes. An incredible storm arose that caused the people on his ship to despair of their lives—but not Paul. It seems there was no obstacle big enough to stop the apostle. He always seemed to rise above his circumstances. His words to his sailing companions in Acts 27:25 summarize his mindset: “So take courage! For I believe God. It will be just as he said” (NLT). As he went through the storm, he knew God had shown him what to do, and he would let nothing deter him from that course. When a hard time hits, when a crisis hits, when a tragedy hits, often our first instinct is to look for a way out. We ask God for an airlift out of our problems. But God wants us to learn in the midst of them. Romans 8:35 and 37 say, “Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? . . . No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us” (NIV). Notice the phrase “in all these things.” It isn’t saying we won’t face some of these things. But it says that in them we are more than conquerors. If you’re seeking to obey the Lord, expect opposition. Expect obstacles. Expect difficulties. But also expect God to see you through. That applies on a national level as well. Theodore Roosevelt, our 26th president, once gave a speech in which he talked about “the man in the arena”—that is, a person, such as a national leader, who is heavily involved in doing what he believes is right, all the while enduring the attacks, criticism, and second-guessing of those who sit on the sidelines. In an earlier devotion we talked about how electing believers into office facilitates revival in our nation. But we also need to stand by those leaders because our spiritual enemy will do his best to wear them down or neutralize them through continuous attacks. They need our support. Reflection question: How can you show real support for the Christian leaders of our nation? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Brian takes us on a second-by-second recap of what happened when his condo was ravaged by yesterday's storms. Chicago’s best morning radio show now has a podcast! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and remember that the conversation always lives on the Q101 Facebook page. Brian & Kenzie are live every morning from 6a-10a on Q101. Subscribe to our channel HERE: https://www.youtube.com/@Q101 Like Q101 on Facebook HERE: https://www.facebook.com/q101chicago Follow Q101 on Twitter HERE: https://twitter.com/Q101Chicago Follow Q101 on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/q101chicago/?hl=en Follow Q101 on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@q101chicago?lang=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For the first time on Sounds Like Comics, we're tackling a double feature as we explore Hellboy's animated adventures. Join us as we review Hellboy: Sword of Storms and Hellboy: Blood and Iron, discussing the action, folklore, stunning animation, and the returning voice cast led by Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, and Doug Jones. Do these animated films capture the spirit of Mike Mignola's iconic creation? Tune in to find out.
US strikes on Iran are on hold for now, but President Donald Trump has a warning for Tehran. We have new developments on a deadly shooting at a Seattle food festival. The convicted killer in the University of Idaho student murders is seeking to make a legal move from prison. We'll tell you where storm threats are ramping up in parts of the US. Plus, a key witness takes the stand in a mother's triple-murder trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sometimes we walk through major storms in our lives, and at times they present themselves suddenly. God is the God of the suddenly. Join Rusanne Carole as she reminds us that as Christ followers we live in the hope and expectancy that God is near us and with us in any storm we face. We are victorious in Him! Psalm 34:18 tells us, "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." God quickens and renews us by the Living Word, through and by Jesus Himself.
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Storms are inevitable. Sometimes life is smooth sailing, and then suddenly everything changes—a difficult diagnosis, financial hardship, broken relationships, or unexpected suffering. How should Christians respond when the storms of life come?In this sermon from John 6:16–21, we see that Jesus does not promise His disciples a life free from trials. Instead, He faithfully shepherds His people through every storm. As the disciples struggle against the wind and waves, Jesus reveals Himself as the great "I AM," intercedes for His people, and ultimately brings them safely to shore. This passage reminds believers that no storm is outside Christ's sovereign care, and that every trial is an opportunity to know Him more deeply while looking ahead to the eternal harbor He has prepared for His people.Questions for Reflection & DiscussionWhy is it important to remember that Jesus Himself sent the disciples into the storm?How does Jesus' present ministry of intercession encourage believers facing suffering today (Hebrews 7:25)?What does Jesus walking on the sea reveal about His identity?Why is Jesus' statement, "It is I" ("I AM"), so significant in John's Gospel?How have difficult seasons of life helped you know Christ more deeply?Why shouldn't Christians expect every storm to end in this life?How does the promise of our eternal home give hope in present suffering?Which of the four truths from this passage most encouraged you personally?Sermon OutlineJesus in the StormJohn 6:16–21Jesus Sends Us into the Storm (John 6:16–18)Jesus Prays for Us during the Storm (John 6:15; Matthew 14:22–23; Hebrews 7:25)Jesus Reveals Himself to Us through the Storm (John 6:19–20)Jesus Draws Us Out of the Storm (John 6:20–21; 2 Corinthians 4:16–18)Main Idea:The Good Shepherd does not promise a storm-free life, but He faithfully shepherds His people through every storm until He safely brings them home.
Join us for today's Our Daily Bread devotional by Chris Wale, taken from Psalm 93. Today's devotional is read by Andrew. Meet the team at odb.org/meet-the-team. God bless you.We hope that you have enjoyed today's reading from Our Daily Bread. You can find more exciting content from Our Daily Bread Ministries by following @ourdailybreadeurope on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok. You can even sign up to receive Our Daily Bread Bible reading notes sent straight to your door for free: odb.org/subscribe
Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Weathering Storms: A Tale of Courage and Connection Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-07-26-22-34-02-no Story Transcript:No: Mørke, truende skyer rullet inn over Lyngsalpene.En: Dark, threatening clouds rolled in over the Lyngsalpene.No: En fjellkjede kjent for sine vakre topper og farlige stier.En: A mountain range known for its beautiful peaks and dangerous trails.No: I en liten, koselig hytte, satt Sigrid og Leif ved et sprakende ildsted.En: In a small, cozy cabin, Sigrid and Leif sat by a crackling fireplace.No: De hadde håpet å ta fatt på en storslått fjelltur, men været hadde andre planer for dem.En: They had hoped to embark on a grand mountain trip, but the weather had other plans for them.No: Sigrid, en kvinne med utrettelig kjærlighet for fjellene, kastet et skeptisk blikk ut av vinduet.En: Sigrid, a woman with a tireless love for the mountains, cast a skeptical glance out the window.No: Hun kjente på en voksende uro.En: She felt a growing unease.No: En gang tidligere, hadde hun blitt fanget i et uvær, og minnet om det satt dypt i henne.En: Once before, she had been caught in a storm, and the memory of it was deeply ingrained in her.No: Leif derimot, en nybegynner i fjellvandringens verden, prøvde å skjule sin nervøsitet.En: Leif, on the other hand, a beginner in the world of mountain hiking, tried to hide his nervousness.No: Han så opp til Sigrid og ønsket å vise at han kunne klare det.En: He looked up to Sigrid and wanted to show that he could manage it.No: Men han visste innerst inne at han hadde mye å lære.En: But deep down, he knew he had much to learn.No: Lyn blinket i det fjerne, og tordenbrakene nærmet seg.En: Lightning flashed in the distance, and the thunderclaps drew closer.No: Sigrid vendte seg mot Leif.En: Sigrid turned to Leif.No: "Vi har et utfordrende valg," sa hun.En: "We have a challenging choice," she said.No: "Enten venter vi her til stormen gir seg, eller så prøver vi en annen, mer risikabel rute.En: "Either we wait here until the storm subsides, or we try another, more risky route."No: "Leif, som følte presset stige, lurte på om han skulle være ærlig om sin egen redsel.En: Leif, feeling the pressure rise, wondered if he should be honest about his own fear.No: Hva om han var en byrde?En: What if he was a burden?No: Men før han kunne ta en beslutning, kløvde et lyn nattehimmelen og traff et tre like ved hytta.En: But before he could make a decision, a bolt of lightning split the night sky and struck a tree right by the cabin.No: De skvatt til og skjønte at stormen var nærmere enn de hadde trodd.En: They startled and realized the storm was closer than they had thought.No: "Vi må handle nå," sa Sigrid bestemt.En: "We must act now," said Sigrid decisively.No: "Vi blir her.En: "We'll stay here."No: "De satte i gang med forberedelsene for å holde seg trygge.En: They set about preparing to keep themselves safe.No: Leif bygget opp bålet, mens Sigrid sørget for at hytta var tett.En: Leif built up the fire, while Sigrid ensured the cabin was secure.No: Samtidig begynte samtalen flyte.En: Meanwhile, the conversation began to flow.No: Sigrid åpnet seg om sin frykt for å være fanget.En: Sigrid opened up about her fear of being trapped.No: Leif innrømmet sin bekymring for manglende erfaring.En: Leif admitted his concern about his lack of experience.No: Stormen raste utenfor, men innenfor hyttens vegger, bygget de tillit.En: The storm raged outside, but within the cabin's walls, they built trust.No: De lærte å stole på hverandres styrker.En: They learned to rely on each other's strengths.No: Sigrid fikk en ny form for ro, vel vitende om at hun kunne møte sine frykter.En: Sigrid found a new form of calm, knowing she could face her fears.No: Leif skjønte at det var mer styrke i å innrømme svakheter og be om hjelp enn å late som man hadde kontroll.En: Leif realized there was more strength in admitting weaknesses and asking for help than in pretending he was in control.No: Dagen etter våknet de til en klar, blå himmel.En: The next day, they awoke to a clear, blue sky.No: Stormen hadde passert.En: The storm had passed.No: Mens de pakket sammen, delte de et smil av lettelse og stolthet.En: As they packed up, they shared a smile of relief and pride.No: De hadde funnet en ny vennskapelig styrke.En: They had found a new amicable strength.No: Klar for fjellets utfordringer, men også full av innsikt om seg selv og hverandre.En: Ready for the mountain's challenges, but also full of insight about themselves and each other.No: Fjellturen fikk vente.En: The mountain hike would wait.No: De visste nå at det ikke bare var toppen som betydde noe, men også reisen dit, og hvem de ble underveis.En: They now knew that it wasn't just the peak that mattered, but also the journey there, and who they became along the way. 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Destructive storms are exposing the vulnerability of rural communities dependent on a spiderweb of winding roads and ageing infrastructure.
Listen Now to 019 WTFuture N:OW Watch 019 WTFuture N:OW This week you are in for a ride through space, bizarre weather, and cool tech with the likes of us! We kick things off by unraveling the mystery behind strangely tropical, Hawaiian-like July weather, linking it to intense solar activity, hyperactive sunspots, and massive coronal holes that might even be triggering earthquakes along the Pacific Ring of Fire. From there, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Viking 1 Mars landing, diving deep into the spicy, decades-long scientific drama over whether its infamous labeled release experiment actually discovered alien microbes half a century ago. We use the AI’s to animate the “panspermia” theory that humanity’s primordial ancestors might have been blasted off the Red Planet on meteorites and hitched a ride to Earth. And then it’s back to Earth, where we look at how “monster” AI models—like China’s 2.8-trillion-parameter Kimi K3 and smartphone-sized powerhouses like Caltech’s Bonsai 27B—are completely shattering the large data centers via phone sized AI’s. Bobby explores how immortal billionaire AI avatars will soon run corporations, or if future silicon-based lifeforms will simply view humanity as a “carbon infestation”, as in the first Star Trek movie. Sun explores the Future of Freedom, humans and AI’s in terms of property rights. Toss in a scandalous, legendary anecdote about John McAfee and a creativity conference in Hollywood and you have a must-listen episode that will leave you with some new insights into what’s now with the future and some great links to explore. Enjoy.
Foundations of Amateur Radio When the Sun burps, something that it does regularly, the mainstream media starts talking about aurorae and optionally the end of the civilised world, not always as clinically as that. What's not talked about, let alone explained, is the nature of the solar burp. You've likely heard the terms Coronal Mass Ejection, or CME, Solar Flare and perhaps Solar Wind, Solar and Geomagnetic Storm, and Solar Flux, but what do these terms actually mean and how do they relate? Let's start with some basic numbers. Our Sun is 150 million kilometres away from Earth. As seen from Earth, the Sun rotates on its axis every 27 days, called a synodic rotation period, because while the Sun is rotating, Earth is moving too. If that wasn't enough, the Sun isn't solid, depending on where you're looking at it, rotation happens at different speeds, faster at the equator, slower at the poles. You might have heard of the Solar Cycle, an 11 year period during which solar activity steadily increases, near the maximum activity its magnetic poles flip from North to South and activity slowly decreases until the cycle starts again. Until quite recently we've deduced this by counting the number of dark areas, called sunspots, on the surface of the Sun. All this to say that our Sun is one massively dynamic environment and with it come a whole lot of processes that science is still discovering. The YouTube channel Astrum has a fascinating video called "We Didn't Predict the Sun Would Do This", that describes much of what we're still learning. We experience the Sun as a source of light, but as a radio amateur you know that light only represents a small set of frequencies in the radio spectrum, it's better to think of the Sun as a radio source, emitting many frequencies at once. The strength of this is measured at 2.8 GHz three times a day at 17:00, 20:00 and 23:00 UTC at the Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory in Penticton, British Columbia, Canada. This measurement, the Solar Flux gives a good indication of the level of solar activity. Adjusted for the varying distance between Earth and the Sun, a Solar Flux Index, or SFI, below 70 means that solar activity is very low, above 150 is considered very high activity. In addition to radio waves, the Sun also spits out a continuous wave of particles. Different parts of the Sun emit these at different speeds, varying between 300 and 800 km/s. These particles, the Solar Wind, exist throughout our Solar system. Because the Sun rotates and the particles aren't being emitted evenly we experience the solar wind as having a 27 day cycle. Think of a water filled beach-ball hanging from a rope with a hole in it, spinning, creating spirals of water. Stand in one spot and every time the ball rotates, you get hit by water. When the Sun burps, often at a sunspot, where concentrations of magnetic fields cool the surface, bursts of electromagnetic radiation are generated throughout the radio spectrum. Measured in Watts per square meter, this radiation is called a Solar Flare. Travelling at the speed of light, it takes about nine minutes to arrive at Earth. Sunspot and solar activity is used to model and predict the potential for solar flares. Strength is classified in four stages, class B being the weakest, through C, M, and class X being the strongest, each ten times more powerful than the previous. Within each class, numbers 1 through 9 serve to provide additional resolution, X2 being twice as strong as X1. The most powerful flare on record was estimated to be about X45, recorded on 4 November 2003, when at strength X17 the sensors overloaded. Some solar flares coincide with a massive eruption of particles, some of which are ejected violently, called a Coronal Mass Ejection or CME. A slow CME, travelling at 500 km/s might take three days to hit Earth, an extreme CME, travelling at up to 2,500 km/s might arrive in 16 hours. As the CME particles arrive, they distort Earth's geomagnetic field and depending on the severity, might cause a geomagnetic storm where fields are pushed closer towards Earth causing visual effects as aurorae. Recovery generally takes up to two days, but in extreme cases has been observed to take four. Disturbances of Earth's magnetic field are highly variable and are expressed in several different ways, the K, Kp, A, Ap and G indices. The K-index measured at individual observatories, ranges from 0 to 9 over a three hour period represents the maximum horizontal fluctuation in the geomagnetic field. Values of 5 and above indicating a geomagnetic storm. The planetary Kp-index represents a weighted average of 13 mid-latitude observatories. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, or NOAA uses a G-scale, between 1 and 5, equivalent to a Kp-index between 5 and 9. The A-index is derived over eight K-index readings over a 24 hour UTC period at a particular observatory, below 20 is calm, between 20 and 50 is unsettled and above 50 is a stormy day. The Ap-index is an averaged planetary index based on data from a set of specific Kp stations. There's more. In 1760, a publication by Swiss polymath Leonard Euler indicated the existence of three stationary points between any two large bodies, known today as L1, L2 and L3. In 1772, Italian born, French mathematician, physicist and astronomer, Joseph-Louis Lagrange, discovered two more stationary points, L4 and L5. Known as the Euler-Lagrange, or Lagrange Points, some of these locations are being used today for solar observations, predictions and early warning systems. Launched on 24 September 2025 and in orbit at L1, between the Sun and Earth, at a distance of 1.5 million kilometres from Earth, the SOLAR-1 satellite acts as an early warning for solar storms. Since particles travel slower than the speed of light, this provides about 15 minutes warning for extreme CME's and longer for slower events. It became fully operational on the 10th of June, 2026. As part of the same Space Situational Awareness Programme as SOLAR-1 is the European Space Agency's Vigil space mission. Intended to be placed at L5, 150 million kilometres from Earth, it will be able to observe solar activity as the Sun rotates towards Earth and reports indicate that this will increase early CME warning by two to four hours. Vigil will also allow for four to five day space weather forecasts. It's planned for launch in 2031, mind you, it's going to take three years to get to L5. Aimed with all that information, I was actually, for the first time, able to at least understand the solar report in my Mastodon feed. "The Sunspot Number has dropped to 88. The Solar Flux Index has risen to 149. G1-class geomagnetic storms are predicted for today. A-Index is 14, K-Index is 2. Chance of flares today: 55% for M-Class, 10% for X-Class." Armed with that information I'm going to make myself a cuppa and figure out what my WSPR beacon has to say about all this. I'm Onno VK6FLAB
What we do affects the next generation. Family curses are an inversion, a perversion of what God intended to be family blessing. We want the ability to be blessed as a group but don't really want to consider that our actions create consequences for the next generation. God's blessings go for 1000 generations. The curse lasts for 3 or 4 generations...unless we act. If sin in your bloodline has brought about a curse, your repentance can bring about redemption and a blessing through the blood of Jesus.
Larry reacts to a fatal police shooting in Madison, Wisconsin, that is being framed by the left as the next "George Floyd moment." A man fled officers on a bicycle, pulled a fixed-blade knife during a struggle, injured an officer, and was shot after a Taser failed — he later died. Larry then analyzes the police chief's full account, an activist storming the podium at the press conference to demand the officer be called a "murderer," and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong being coached by protesters to call the shooting an "execution" just 10 days before Wisconsin's primary. Larry also digs into Madison's 53-year unbroken run of Democrat mayors and why the city's police department has no body cameras — tracing it back to post-George Floyd budget cuts.Become a Townhall VIP member with promo code "LARRY": https://townhall.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tense hearings on Capitol Hill as the Pentagon asks for billions more in war spending. Storms bring historic flooding and tornadoes across multiple states. The wreckage of a Pan Am airplane has been found 74 years after a deadly crash. House Speaker Johnson is on board with banning lawmakers from dating staffers. Plus, an Australian lawmaker loses it on his dog during a live interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guest: Dr. Mike Farrar, Booz Allen HamiltonWeather forecasting has come a long way—from hand-drawn maps and limited observations to a world driven by supercomputers, satellites, and real-time data. But as technology continues to evolve, so does the challenge of making forecasts faster, smarter, and more useful for the people who rely on them every day. Today on Weather Geeks, we're joined by Dr. Mike Farrar, whose career has spanned research, operations, and leadership across the meteorological community. His company has been tasked to help modernize the National Weather Service, and with that he's helping shape what the future of forecasting could look like for both meteorologists and the public alike. We'll talk about the biggest challenges facing weather operations today, how emerging technologies like AI and cloud computing are changing the forecasting landscape, and why communication and public trust remain just as important as the science itself.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Career Background of Dr. Mike Farrar01:30 The Evolution of Weather Forecasting Technologies04:18 Transformational Advances in Meteorology09:15 The Private Sector and Meteorology's Growth12:16 Break 112:19 The Impact of AI and Cloud Computing19:28 Modernizing the National Weather Service22:55 The Role of Human Forecasters in the Age of AI26:51 Break 228:01 The North Star of Meteorology: Science and Service30:18 Skills for Future Meteorologists33:50 Embracing Change in the Meteorological Field34:29 Closing Remarks and Resources ResourcesBooz Allen Hamilton - https://www.boozallen.comNOAA's National Centers for Environmental Prediction - https://www.weather.gov/ncep/American Meteorological Society - https://www.ametsoc.orgAWIPS (Advanced Weather Information Processing System) - https://vlab.noaa.gov/web/nws-heritage/-/introducing-awipsNCAR (National Center for Atmospheric Research) - https://ncar.ucar.eduGuest linksLinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/mikefarrar-wxSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dr Vin Gupta on How To Stay Healthy in Trump's Summer of WTF. Every six months, Paul brings in a doctor the country can actually trust. This time it's Dr. Vin Gupta — pulmonologist, ICU physician, Air Force Reserve major, and one of the sharpest independent voices on public health in America. They open with the human cost of Trump's Iran policy as a third service member's death is confirmed, then move to the Pentagon, where Pete Hegseth is pushing blanket testosterone screening for men over 30 while simultaneously making flu vaccines optional. Gupta, who has spent fourteen years in military medicine, calls it what it is: culture-war medicine with no readiness justification, dressed up as toughness while units at Lackland get sidelined by preventable flu outbreaks. From there the conversation widens. Wildfire smoke is no longer a Western problem — over thirty states now see native wildfires in a given year, and New York skies look like Seattle's used to. Gupta lays out concrete, no-nonsense steps to protect your indoor air and your family's lungs while the federal government abdicates. They dig into the cyclospora outbreak tied to Taco Bell suppliers, why you can't trust the current FDA's messaging, and what to actually do if you or a loved one gets sick. It closes where the show always does — on hope, connection, and the small acts of vigilance that keep a family and a country whole. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Millions of American veterans are being locked out of primary elections in the country they served. See what we're doing to change that. -Visit Kalshi and trade on anything. Use code [INDEPENDENT] to get ten dollars when you trade ten. -Join Noble Mobile today and get a $100 bonus when you use code PAUL and stay a member for 2 months! -Join IVA and help us get independent veterans elected to office. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon Connect: Instagram • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power. -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year. Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media. And now part of the BLEAV network! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
July 20, 2026 - 6am: Three U.S. servicemembers killed after Iranian attacks David Ignatius discusses his opinion piece for The Washington Posts titled, "Thank You, Mr. President, for Fact-Checking Yourself" Spain beats Argentina to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup "The Odyssey" takes the global box office by storm with $264M worldwide haul Pablo Torre, Mike Lupica, and Roger Bennet join the show to break down the World Cup Ed Luce discusses his opinion piece for The Financial Times, titled: "Democrats are not in great shape." To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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