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Indefinite IDF Deployments in the Levant and the Strengthening of Turkey. Guest: Jonathan Schanzer. Schanzer explains that the IDF will remain in Lebanon and Syria indefinitely to destroy Hezbollah's massive underground tunnel complexes. He notes that Marco Rubio negotiated a framework emphasizing Lebanese sovereignty. Additionally, Ambassador Tom Barrack is reportedly pressuring Israel while seeking to empower Turkey as Iran's regional influence weakens. 2

SCHEDULE OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 6-30-261893 HMS INFLEXIBLEThe Sloppy Memo of Understanding and Iran's Control of the Strait of Hormuz. Guest: Jonathan Schanzer.Batchelor and Schanzer discuss a "sloppily" written Memo of Understanding that allows Iran to project control over the Strait of Hormuz. Schanzer notes that while shipping continues, markets remain anxious because Iran is effectively holding international energy hostage. He criticizes the international community's lack of response to this global threat. 1Indefinite IDF Deployments in the Levant and the Strengthening of Turkey. Guest: Jonathan Schanzer. Schanzer explains that the IDF will remain in Lebanon and Syria indefinitely to destroy Hezbollah's massive underground tunnel complexes. He notes that Marco Rubio negotiated a framework emphasizing Lebanese sovereignty. Additionally, Ambassador Tom Barrack is reportedly pressuring Israel while seeking to empower Turkey as Iran's regional influence weakens. 2Volkswagen Layoffs and the Debate Over German Military Conscription. Guest: Judy Dempsey and Thaddeus McCotter. Judy Dempsey reports on the crisis at Volkswagen, where 100,000 workers face layoffs due to the global shift toward electric vehicles and Chinese competition. These layoffs will ripple through Germany's network of small suppliers. Thaddeus McCotter and Dempsey discuss how these economic shifts compare to the American auto industry's transformation. 3The Ankara NATO Summit and Ukraine's Offensive Against Russia. Guest: Judy Dempsey and Thaddeus McCotter. Dempsey and McCotter preview the NATO summit in Ankara, which Donald Trump may attend to reward President Erdoğan with fighter jets. The conversation highlights Ukraine's successful drone strikes on Russian refineries and resupply lines. Putin faces pressure from both domestic hawks and a population suffering under war-induced rationing. 4The Escalating Persecution of Christians Within the Islamic Republic of Iran. Guest: Mariam Wahba. Mariam Wahba describes how the Iranian regime is using current regional tensions as a pretext to clamp down on domestic Christians. The regime specifically targets converts, labeling them as "Zionist" mercenaries and national security threats. Imprisonment of Christians has surged sixfold as the regime seeks scapegoats for its international military setbacks. 5Iranian Drones and the Proxy War in the Sudan Conflict. Guest: Mariam Wahba. Wahba reports that Iranian drones are fueling a stalemate in Sudan's brutal civil war. Iran sells these weapons for revenue and to gain potential port access on the Red Sea near the Houthis. Egypt is intervening to prevent Islamist victories on its border, while the conflict devolves into a multi-power proxy war. 6Critiquing the 14-Point Memo of Understanding and Operation Epic Fury. Guest: Peter Berkowitz. Peter Berkowitz analyzes the 14-point Memo of Understanding, contrasting Secretary Marco Rubio's "peace through strength" approach with Vice President JD Vance's "restraint." He argues "Operation Epic Fury" failed because it did not secure the Strait of Hormuz before the ceasefire. Berkowitz notes that the administration's goals for the Iranian people became confused during operations. 7Diplomatic Failures and the Unsuccessful Campaign to Quell Iran. Guest: Peter Berkowitz. Berkowitz criticizes the administration for failing to prepare the American public for the Iranian conflict through major policy speeches. He highlights a split between Vance's negotiations with Iran and Rubio's Israel-Lebanon framework. Finally, he compares the current MOU to failed Gaza deals, suggesting the IRGC will never abandon its core mission of war. 8The UK's Changing Guard: Andy Burnham and the Defense Budget Black Hole. Guest: Gregory Copley. Gregory Copley discusses the rise of Andy Burnham in Britain following Keir Starmer's "complete detachment" from the electorate. Burnham must address a massive 45-million-pound black hole in the defense budget. The discussion also covers the intractable problem of illegal immigration across the English Channel and the lack of cooperation from France. 9Chilly Conflicts and Fractured Leadership in the Strait of Hormuz. Guest: Gregory Copley. Copley describes the current situation in the Strait of Hormuz as a "chilly conflict" where Iranian leadership remains fractured and indecisive. While supertankers sail through, both the US and Iran are using the ceasefire to rebuild their depleted arsenals. Copley notes that the IRGC is increasingly taking power away from Iran's clerical leadership. 10Global Defense Shifts in a Multipolar World and the End of Intervention. Guest: Gregory Copley. Copley examines the shift toward a multipolar world as countries like Canada and Turkey reduce their dependency on US weapon systems. This "reversion to sovereignty" allows middle powers to play a more independent role. Copley observes that the US is stepping back from its role as the "cop on the beat" except in existential matters. 11King Charles III and the Revitalization of the Royal Navy. Guest: Gregory Copley. Copley highlights King Charles III's personal connection to the Royal Navy and his efforts to revitalize the service. Despite budget constraints, the UK is building new capital ships and submarines to maintain maritime power. The King's involvement is seen as crucial for maintaining military morale and national defense during periods of governmental incompetence. 12Disparate Impact, Merit-Based Admissions, and Federal Contracting Reforms. Guest: Michael Toth. Michael Toth discusses the historical use of "disparate impact" as a mechanism for discrimination in university admissions. He details the current administration's efforts to root out racial preferences in federal contracting. Toth argues for a return to merit-based standards to restore the principle of equal justice. 13The Mystery of Third-Party Litigation Finance and its Taxation. Guest: Michael Toth. Toth explains the emergence of third-party litigation finance, where external financial institutions fund tort cases against American companies. He notes this practice is uniquely American and creates a new market for legal conflict. Toth recommends that the Treasurytax these business gains at ordinary income rates rather than treating them as capital gains. 14Domestic Politics, Midterm Perils, and the SAVE Act. Guest: Thaddeus McCotter. Thaddeus McCotter analyzes the upcoming midterms, noting that Democrats have reframed "inflation" as "affordability" to distance themselves from economic policies. He discusses the internal "civil wars" within both parties, including the rise of Democratic Socialists and divisions within the MAGA movement. The "SAVE Act" is highlighted as the president's primary political solution. 15Affordability, Energy Prices, and the Short-Term Gains of Midterm Politics. Guest: Thaddeus McCotter. McCotter observes that all foreign policy eventually becomes domestic, especially through the lens of energy costs. He warns that the administration might prioritize short-term gas price relief over long-term strategic interests in the Middle East. Consequently, providing sanctions relief to Iran could allow the regime to continue funding global terrorism and its nuclear program. 16

1. Religious Liberty Commission A commission formed in 2025 to evaluate threats to religious freedom. It conducted hearings and gathered testimony from over 100 witnesses. Its final report was delivered to President Trump, outlining proposed reforms. 2. Healthcare Sector Implications The report recommends expanded protections for healthcare workers (doctors, nurses, pharmacists, etc.) who object to certain medical procedures on religious or moral grounds. Proposed actions include: Strengthening enforcement of federal “conscience laws” Supporting specific legislation (e.g., Conscience Protection Act) Increasing investigation and legal defense of religious rights The debate: Supporters: Say workers should not have to choose between their beliefs and careers. Critics: Argue this could limit patient access to services. 3. Military Implications Focuses on service members who refused COVID-19 vaccines for religious reasons. Many were denied exemptions and suffered consequences (e.g., dismissal, lost benefits). Recommends: Improving the process for religious accommodations Offering stronger protections for service members’ beliefs 4. COVID-19 Vaccine Context The pandemic is a key example of government overreach. Religious exemption requests were often denied Individuals were forced to choose between compliance and employment However, the commission does not call for banning vaccine mandates, but rather for more meaningful accommodation processes. 5. Policy and Legal Proposals “Know Your Rights” campaigns Hotlines and reporting systems for violations Honors/awards for defending religious liberty These proposals could be implemented through: Executive action Congressional legislation Legal challenges Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Industrial Talk is onsite at Penn State and talking to Victor Okhuysen, Professor with Cal Poly Pomona about "Strengthening the future of manufacturing". Overview Scott Mackenzie from Industrial Talk discusses the importance of training the next generation of industrial leaders with Victor Okhuysen from Cal Poly Pomona. The Penn State Erie campus hosts the METAL program, which aims to inspire and educate students in metallurgy and manufacturing. Victor, a principal investigator, highlights the program's hands-on approach, including boot camps and workshops, to expose students to potential careers. The program has conducted four boot camps and ten workshops, using a system called Foundry in a Box. Victor emphasizes the need for skilled workers in an increasingly automated industry and the role of community colleges in providing relevant training. Outline Introduction to Industrial Talk Podcast and IRISS Technologies Scott Mackenzie introduces himself and the Industrial Talk podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry professionals and innovations.Scott highlights IRISS Technologies, a global leader in electrical maintenance safety, and their patented infrared and ultrasonic inspection windows.IRISS Technologies' solutions help in detecting issues early, boosting reliability, and protecting workers from unplanned failures.Scott encourages listeners to learn more about IRISS Technologies at their website. Introduction to the METAL Program and Victor Okhuysen Scott welcomes listeners to the Industrial Talk podcast and highlights the importance of celebrating industry professionals.Scott introduces the METAL program at Penn State Erie, an acronym for Metallurgical Engineering Trade Apprenticeship Learning.Victor Okhuysen from Cal Poly Pomona is introduced as a key figure in the METAL program, focusing on exchanging ideas to improve curriculum and delivery.Victor explains his role as a principal investigator at Cal Poly Pomona, working on a curriculum developed by Penn State. Discussion on the Importance of Training the Next Generation Scott and Victor discuss the critical need for training the next generation of industrial leaders.Victor emphasizes the importance of having a trained workforce despite advancements in automation.Scott shares his personal experience of being inspired by educational films about manufacturing during his childhood.Victor explains the current state of manufacturing, noting the increase in automation and efficiency, and the need for skilled workers. Victor's Background and the METAL Program at Cal Poly Pomona Victor provides a brief overview of his background, including his role as a professor at Cal Poly Pomona and his expertise in metal casting and manufacturing.Scott praises the quality of instructors in the METAL program, noting their extensive experience and passion for their fields.Victor explains the purpose of the METAL program, which is to expose students to potential careers in metallurgy and related fields.The program includes boot camps and workshops, using a system called Foundry in a Box to engage students in hands-on activities. Challenges and Opportunities in Manufacturing Education Scott and Victor discuss the challenges of keeping up with the rapid changes in manufacturing technology.Victor highlights the need for continuous training and education to maintain professional currency.Scott emphasizes the importance of employers investing in their workforce to stay competitive.Victor mentions the issue of skilled workers leaving for better opportunities, which can be a challenge for employers. The Role of Community Colleges and Apprenticeship Programs Scott and Victor discuss the role of community colleges in providing manufacturing education and training.Victor explains that community colleges offer programs in welding, machining, and metallurgical technician, among others.Scott shares his positive experience with an apprenticeship program, which provided hands-on training and real-life education.Victor notes the decline in apprenticeship programs and the need for individuals to be proactive in pursuing their career goals. The Importance of Hands-On Training in Manufacturing Scott and Victor discuss the importance of hands-on training in manufacturing education.Victor shares an example of a boot camp where students were given the opportunity to pour their own molds, providing a valuable hands-on experience.Scott emphasizes the need for students to see and experience the practical aspects of manufacturing to understand its importance.Victor highlights the benefits of hands-on training in making students more knowledgeable and skilled. Future Plans for the METAL Program at Cal Poly Pomona Victor outlines the future plans for the Metal program at Cal Poly Pomona, including expanding the program and reaching more people.The program aims to attract more high school and college students, as well as industry professionals.Victor mentions the potential for the program to include more boot camps and workshops to provide additional exposure to students.The program also aims to strengthen the manufacturing base by educating more people about the industry. Conclusion and Call to Action Scott wraps up the conversation by emphasizing the importance of supporting the next generation of industrial leaders.He encourages listeners to connect with Victor and the METAL program at Cal Poly Pomona for more information.Scott highlights the role of Industrial Talk in promoting industry professionals and their stories.He encourages listeners to support the METAL program and other initiatives aimed at training the next generation of industrial leaders. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2026. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy! 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Strengthening Defense Ties Between the Philippines and Canada. Guest: Charles Burton and Gordon Chang.Canada is deepening security cooperation with the Philippines to counter Chinese expansionism in the South China Sea. This partnership includes logistical agreements and military training, even as Canada faces challenges protecting its own Arctic sovereignty against increasing Russian and Chinese strategic reach in the North. 4MEXICO CITY

Emergency preparedness is about far more than response plans and trained personnel. In this episode, Senior Analyst for Preparedness at ASTHO Maggie Nilz discusses how states are rethinking preparedness in the wake of COVID-19 and adapting to a changing emergency management landscape.  Nilz explains how pandemic-era shortages exposed vulnerabilities in supply chains, resource distribution, and stockpile management, prompting states to take a more active role in assessing risks, securing critical supplies, and building long-term preparedness infrastructure. She also explores how new approaches to funding, procurement, and resource management are helping states respond more quickly while maintaining transparency and accountability.Bridging Systems: How Kentucky is Improving Response to Emerging Health Threats | ASTHOSubscribe | ASTHO

In this episode, I explore how Universal Design for Learning (UDL) can help us strengthen Tier 1 instruction and redesign whole-group lessons to work for more learners. Using a simple Hook → Chunk → Pause → Process framework, I connect UDL, MTSS, and cognitive science to share practical strategies for reducing barriers and increasing student engagement. Related Resources: [Resource] Think-Pair-Share-Quad: A Teacher's Guide [Resource] Numbered Heads Together (NHT): A Teacher's Guide

What happens when the brightest minds in legal, technology, and innovation come together to shape the future of our profession? Welcome to the Legally Speaking Podcast Legal Tech Talk 2026 miniseries. As the UK's number one legal podcast and show ranked in the top 1% of podcasts globally, we're delighted to be returning as the official media partner for Legal Tech Talk for the third time. Having supported this event since the beginning. We've witnessed firsthand how it has become Europe's largest legal technology conference, bringing together the people, ideas, and innovations transforming the legal industry. Across this special series, we'll be speaking with some of the world's leading legal professionals, founders, technologists, change makers to explore what's next for law. Because our mission remains the same. Inspiring legal minds, transforming legal futures. Let's get into it. In the first episode of our new miniseries, Merlin Beyts shares behind-the-scenes insights into building a premium, community-driven event that's expanding into the US with a new Miami conference in 2027. You'll discover how a focused content strategy—rooted in industry conversations and shared expertise—can turn a conference into a movement, inspiring change even in the most traditional legal circles. He breaks down how to craft engaging, authentic messaging that resonates, and why the small details—like event branding and connection-building—hold enormous influence over attendees' experience and perceptions. So why should you be listening in? You can hear Rob and Merlin discussing:- Building community and storytelling in legal tech-Using intentional content to grow Legal Tech Talk- Scaling while maintaining quality and service- Strengthening branding and shaping attendee experience- Exploring real estate and compliance opportunities.Connect with Merlin Beyts here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/merlin-beyts-652ab0168/

  NEW! Little Big Affirmations Deck for Kids: Check it out.   Click here to Shop Affirmation Decks, Oracle Decks, and more!   Use Promo code: RCPODCAST20 for 20% off your first order!   Today's Power Affirmation: My mind is King Kong strong, and I am even stronger.   Today's Oracle of Motivation: You know what helps in every situation? The ability to be King Kong strong within your thoughts. Strengthening your mind leads to humility, patience, self-confidence, courage, honesty, focus, flexibility, awareness, gratitude, and the ability to beat resistance and fear gremlins to a pulp. When you create habits to strengthen your mind (meditation, creative expression, relaxation, self-love, etc.), you strengthen the rest of your life too (relationships, career, projects, sexy time, etc.). When you understand that you are also stronger than your mind, your mind follows suit and levels up to superhero status. That cape looks hella fresh on you!   Designed to Motivate Your Creative Maniac Mind The 60-Second Power Affirmations Podcast is designed to help you focus, affirm your visions, and harness the power within your creative maniac mind! Join us every Monday and Thursday for a new 60-second power affirmation followed by a blast of oracle motivation from the Universe (+ a quick breathing meditation). It's time to take off your procrastination diaper and share your musings with the world!   For more musings, visit RageCreate.com     Leave a Review & Share! Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts! Click this link: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Hit “Listen on Apple Podcasts” on the left-hand side under the picture. Scroll down under “Ratings & Reviews” & click “Write A Review” Leave an honest review. You're awesome!  

How do we build a deeper relationship with God through his word?Strengthening Faith 3 God's Word 1Brian UyedaOriginal Air Date: 2026.06.21We believe The Bible, God's word, is inspired by Him, through the Holy Spirit and is sufficient for everything you need in life – guidance, wisdom, strength, encouragement and HOPE. His word reveals His nature and character and His plan of redemption through His Son Jesus Christ, through whom we can have eternal salvation when we choose to follow Him. We also believe the Bible remains relevant in our world today and its power is experienced when personally and consistently applied and practiced.Part of your journey may include choosing a Bible translation and there are many. To help you choose, it is important to know that a “translation” is word-for-word while a “paraphrase” is thought- for- thought. If you are new to Bible reading or don't yet have one, we offer FREE Bibles that are English Standard Version translation – a very easy to read Bible. Other options are Bible Apps you can download to your phone, or sites like: www.Bible.org, www.biblegateway.com or www.blueletterbible.org.We invite you to join us for weekend services:Saturday Evening at 5:30pm. Question and Answer period after service.Morning Social at 10:00am: A time to connect with others over coffee and donuts.Sunday Morning at 10:30amPromiseland Kids' Ministry: Toddler – Sr. High, Sunday at 10:30 am, offers Christian education and worship for children and youth.If you have missed a message or are viewing from home, you can catch weekend services on our Facebook page and YouTube by going to www.crossroads-ridgecrest.org, or through the church app. We also have podcasts available by looking up Crossroads Community Church - available on several podcast apps.Have a question for one of our Pastors? Submit your questions via text at: (760) 301-4840 for our Ask It! Your Questions Answered segment every week. Watch or Listen what others ask!If you have any questions or would like to make an appointment, please call (760)384-3333 Weds. – Fri. 10am-4pm, text (760)301-4840, or email ccc@ccc-rc.org

Interview Date: June 14th, 2026Episode Summary:In this episode, Julian Mireles shares his unconventional journey into dance, beginning with a background in martial arts and overcoming early physical limitations. Starting later than most, Julian developed a deep curiosity for movement, leading him to study anatomy, biomechanics, and performance science to accelerate his growth and prevent injury.Julian breaks down how his personal struggles shaped the creation of the BodyTech Method—a system built on the belief that strength must come before flexibility. He dives into the gaps within traditional dance training, emphasizing the importance of stability, alignment, and long-term dancer health. Through trial, rejection, and persistence, he transformed his knowledge into a globally recognized training system used by dancers and athletes worldwide.Beyond technique, the conversation explores entrepreneurship, scaling a business, and building authority in a competitive industry. Julian shares insights on mindset, resilience, and creating opportunities, leaving dancers with actionable advice on how to build sustainable, long-term careers both on and off the stage.Shownotes:0:01 – Introduction and unconventional start in dance3:28 – Starting late and accelerating development5:34 – Learning anatomy to improve performance6:14 – Pandemic pivot to online training platform7:41 – Turning setbacks into scalable opportunities9:00 – Building a business independently11:33 – Facing rejection and proving credibility14:20 – Leveraging relationships for growth19:27 – Developing long-term vision and mindset24:45 – Positioning within the dance industry30:05 – Gaps in traditional dancer training36:15 – Shifting from dancer to entrepreneur42:10 – Building authority and industry trust48:50 – Systems for sustainable growth1:02:45 – Final reflections on discipline and successBiography:Julian Mireles is a flexibility, strength, and biomechanics specialist, entrepreneur, and educator, best known as the founder of Bodybreaker Corp and creator of the BodyTech Method. With over 20 years of experience in dance and athletic training, he has built a global reputation for redefining flexibility through strength, stability, and functional movement.His method integrates anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and injury prevention to help dancers and athletes improve performance safely. Developed through years of research and experience, his system includes over 1,700 exercises targeting flexibility, mobility, turnout, jump mechanics, and overall body control.Through private coaching, studio intensives, teacher education, and online platforms, Julian has trained thousands of dancers worldwide. His students have earned top scholarships, titles, and industry recognition. Rooted in his philosophy, “strength creates safe flexibility,” his work focuses on longevity, measurable progress, and building resilient, high-performing bodies.Based in Miami, he continues to expand the BodyTech Method globally while educating the next generation of dancers and athletes.Connect on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodytechmethod/?hl=en

Theory #8 of the 12 origin theories listed by Brother Kenneth Mackenzie in the Royal Masonic Cyclopaedia (1877) takes us into one of the strangest and most fascinating battlefields in the entire Origin War.The Rosicrucians of the Sixteenth Century.After recovering Theory #2, The Pagan Mysteries, we asked a difficult question:Why do civilizations repeatedly create systems designed to transform human beings through symbols, initiation, and progressive instruction?Now we ask a new question:What happens when those ideas begin entering the craft?In this episode we investigate:• The Rosicrucian Manifestos• Fama Fraternitatis (1614)• Confessio Fraternitatis (1615)• The Chymical Wedding of Christian Rosenkreuz (1616)• Christian Rosenkreuz• Hidden wisdom and intellectual reform• A.E. Waite and the Rosicrucian theory• Kenneth Mackenzie's Origin Theory #8• The difference between influence and direct descent• The transition problem between operative and speculative MasonryIf Theory #7 gave us builders and Theory #2 gave us initiation, Theory #8 asks whether philosophical and intellectual currents helped shape modern Freemasonry.The battlefield is not:"Did Rosicrucians create Freemasonry?"The battlefield is:"How do ideas move through history?"Research Trail:• Royal Masonic Cyclopaedia — Kenneth R.H. Mackenzie (1877)• The Secret Tradition in Freemasonry — A.E. Waite• The Origins of Freemasonry — David Stevenson• The Craft — John Hamill• The Secret Teachings of All Ages — Manly P. Hall• The Pocket History of Freemasonry — Pick & KnightResearch Links:Royal Masonic Cyclopaedia:https://archive.org/details/royalmasoniccycl00mackFama Fraternitatis:https://sacred-texts.com/sro/rhr/index.htmConfessio Fraternitatis:https://sacred-texts.com/sro/rhr/index.htmThe Chymical Wedding:https://sacred-texts.com/sro/rhr/index.htmThe Secret Tradition in Freemasonry:https://archive.org/details/secrettraditioni01waitThe Secret Teachings of All Ages:https://archive.org/details/TheSecretTeachingsOfAllAges-ManlyHallNext Battlefield:Theory #9 — Oliver Cromwell.The Origin War continues.Strengthening the Craft, one degree at a time.

Mentorship is one of the most powerful ways we pass on the standard, develop our people, preserve culture, and protect the future of the job.When done right, it goes far beyond a policy or a one-time conversation. It becomes a trusted, intentional professional relationship built on respect, honesty, and the courage to have hard conversations that develop knowledge, skills, judgment, and character.Effective mentorship invests in: • Operational knowledge, consistency, and reliability • Leadership principles and how to truly care about your people's growth• Sharing real lessons learned from both successes and mistakes• Helping members navigate career growth and prepare for the next step• Strengthening the organization's culture and long-term futureStrong mentors bring honest feedback, encouragement, accountability, the willingness to correct unsafe habits, and the discipline to challenge complacency…all while leading by example and investing real time.Strong mentees stay teachable, show initiative, ask questions, accept feedback, and actually put in the work.⚠️ Real mentorship is NOT friendship, favoritism, creating exact copies of yourself, or constant criticism with no balance.When built the right way, it changes everything from the firehouse to the fireground.Join me, Floyd Wise, and Christian Lambis as we break down what real mentorship should actually look like, where it most often falls short, and how to build something that truly works in your department.

n this special Father's Day edition of Kingdom Pursuits, guest host Jerry Mathis shares biblical encouragement for fathers and explores the importance of men supporting one another through faith-centered relationships. Joined by members of a longtime men's fellowship group, the conversation highlights how accountability, friendship, and God's Word help men navigate life's challenges.It's an inspiring discussion on faith, fatherhood, fellowship, and finding strength in community.

Ben and Dan are back, and this week they're talking defence. With Newcastle United looking shaky at the back, the lads run through the defenders who could genuinely strengthen the squad. Expect strong opinions, tactical chat, and a few surprise shouts as they debate who should be wearing black‑and‑white next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prosperity Activation: Guided Meditation for Financial Abundance. The podcast host, Professional hypnotherapist, Jill Jardine, connects listeners to their inner money source to help manifest more prosperity. This is an abundance meditation for challenging times to help rewire your prosperity consciousness. Subscribe on YouTube:  jilljardine2186  #free #podcast #prosperity Connect with your personal money guide to activate prosperity consciousness and align with the universal flow of abundance. Through deep relaxation, visualization, affirmations, and energy healing techniques, you'll release limiting beliefs around money and step into a golden stream of financial freedom, opportunity, and abundance. During times of economic uncertainty and financial fluctuation, this transformative meditation supports emotional resilience, shifts scarcity thinking, and helps you cultivate a wealth mindset rooted in trust, gratitude, and infinite possibility. Subscribe to my channel on YouTube: @jilljardine 2186 https://bleav.com/shows/cosmic-scene-with-jill-jardine/ for video versions. Across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and major podcast outlets such as Apple and Spotify, the buzz is on prosperity activation. Are financial worries, economic uncertainty, or limiting beliefs around money keeping you stuck in scarcity mode? In this deeply restorative guided meditation, host Jill Jardine invites you to connect with your personal Money Guide—a spiritual ally who helps you align with the universal flow of prosperity, abundance, and financial well-being. Drawing on her expertise as a counseling psychologist, professional hypnotherapist, astrologer, psychic and healer, Jill guides listeners through a transformational journey designed to shift subconscious beliefs around money and activate prosperity consciousness. Through breathwork, progressive relaxation, visualization, and powerful affirmations, you'll enter a golden stream of abundance where old financial limitations dissolve and a new reality of prosperity becomes available. In times of economic volatility, inflation concerns, market uncertainty, and collective fear around finances, maintaining a strong prosperity mindset is more important than ever. Prosperity consciousness is the understanding that abundance begins within. Rather than operating from fear, lack, or limitation, prosperity consciousness helps you cultivate trust, gratitude, creativity, and openness to new opportunities. When you consistently focus on abundance rather than scarcity, you shift your energetic frequency, make empowered financial decisions, and become more receptive to support, inspiration, and unexpected blessings. This meditation serves as a valuable tool for: Releasing financial stress and anxiety Transforming subconscious money blocks Building a healthy abundance mindset Cultivating emotional resilience during uncertain times Strengthening your connection to intuition and inner guidance Expanding your capacity to receive prosperity Creating a daily ritual of gratitude and abundance Return to this meditation whenever you feel overwhelmed by financial concerns or disconnected from your sense of possibility. In this meditation: Meet your personal Money Guide Experience deep relaxation and nervous system regulation Journey to the golden stream of prosperity Release limiting beliefs about money and abundance Practice empowering prosperity affirmations Visualize your most abundant life Receive a symbolic gift from the stream of prosperity Integrate your experience through journaling and reflection Featured Prosperity Affirmations "Prosperity flows to me now easily and effortlessly." "I now have all I require, desire, and more." "I am a rich child of a loving universe." "I release all fear around money." "I welcome abundance in expected and unexpected ways." "I am worthy of financial freedom and success. The more often you practice this meditation, the more deeply you strengthen your connection to abundance and align with the natural flow of prosperity. If this episode resonates with you, please subscribe, download, share with friends, and leave a five-star review to help more listeners discover these transformative tools. If you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe and download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube, and share the episode with someone interested in consciousness, wellness, and the healing power of nature. 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Cycling is an integral part of everyday life in many countries, while in Australia it is not yet used as a daily means of transport on a wider scale. “People on Bicycles” is committed to teaching people of all ages how to cycle safely and confidently and thus promote a sustainable cycling culture. An interview with founder and managing director Christina Neubauer discusses the idea behind the organization, her personal motivation and the significance of the moment when people really learn to ride a bicycle for the first time. - Radfahren ist in vielen Ländern ein fester Bestandteil des Alltags, während es in Australien vielerorts noch nicht selbstverständlich als tägliches Verkehrsmittel genutzt wird. Die Initiative „People on Bicycles“ setzt sich dafür ein, Menschen jeden Alters das sichere und selbstbewusste Radfahren näherzubringen und so eine nachhaltige Radkultur zu fördern. Im Gespräch mit Gründerin und Geschäftsführerin Christina Neubauer geht es um die Idee hinter der Organisation, ihre persönliche Motivation und die Bedeutung des Moments, in dem Menschen erstmals wirklich Fahrradfahren lernen.

On episode 49, Michele gathers with hobbyist illustrator and author Brittany Sciolla for a great conversation to support parents, caregivers, and those connected with kids on ways to enjoy connective opportunities and to intentionally tap into those moments. This is not a “doing more” conversation but one that allows parents and caregivers to recognize and relish the moments that are already presented and how simplicity is key.On the episode we discuss: ·      Brittany's journey through her experiences of childhood trauma and attachment challenges·      Brittany's life transition from the corporate world to the creative world of illustration and attachment-focused and connection-focused work·      Tiny rituals that parents can incorporate immediately – even on the hard days·      Positive reactions when implementing the rituals·      Supports to parents or caregivers with older children·      Brittany's launch of her Connection Card Deck in summer 2026 Links:Website:https://kindredkeeps.shop/ Free Download The Little Rituals Playbook:https://kindredkeeps.myflodesk.com/littleritualsplaybook Instagram:@kindredkeeps

The Rebbe writes that if the yeshiva's situation is not ideal, the solution is to strengthen and improve it, not to leave. Those involved bear responsibility to enhance Torah study, and enduring difficulties brings great merit and blessing in both communal and personal matters. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/008/2110

The Rebbe explains the spiritual significance of the foot and heel, urging increased spiritual strength in these areas. He teaches that such spiritual effort brings improvement in physical matters as well, referencing Chassidic sources and Torah commentaries. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/010/2181

The Rebbe addresses the idea of adding advanced classes to the local yeshiva and discusses the challenges of sending students from a larger city to a smaller one. He suggests focusing on strengthening local students, which may be easier, but does not entirely dismiss the original proposal. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/011/2185

The Rebbe writes that one must strengthen their trust in the Divine Healer by living according to G-d's will. This lifestyle brings both physical and spiritual happiness, and parents should be resolute in raising their children in Torah and good deeds. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/012/2241

The Rebbe urges a rabbinic candidate to strengthen his Yirat Shamayim both internally and externally, emphasizing the importance of practical observance and guiding the community, especially youth, in areas like Shabbat, family purity, and kosher education. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/012/2237

The Rebbe urges the yeshiva administration to use the summer months, when students are free from other studies, for increased spiritual awakening and strengthening of Yiras Shamayim. He emphasizes that excuses like tiredness or travel are not valid, as proven by successful efforts elsewhere. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/009/2152

The Rebbe encourages the Nshei U'Bnos Chabad branch to utilize the days of Pesach to strengthen Yiddishkeit and Torah, especially in the teachings and customs of Chassidus. He emphasizes the special merit of righteous women in redemption and wishes them a kosher, joyous Pesach. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/007/2075

The Rebbe writes that true help for Eretz Yisrael comes through strengthening Torah and mitzvos, not through external means alone. He emphasizes the importance of a strong spiritual foundation and requests details regarding an electric saw for Kfar Chabad. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/006/2034

The Rebbe writes about the importance of not leaving inspiration at the level of storytelling but drawing practical conclusions, especially regarding strengthening Torah and mitzvos. He emphasizes the unique influence women have on their families and encourages finding ways to speak meaningfully to every woman. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/009/2156

The Rebbe addresses the occurrence of miracles beyond nature for individuals, especially in recent years, and emphasizes the importance of strengthening one's connection to G-d. He also discusses the hidden aspects of Torah revealed at Shavuos and the unique experience at Matan Torah. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/007/009/2140

Two years since the launch of the African Vaccine Manufacturing Accelerator (AVMA), a financial mechanism that invests in commercially viable manufacturing efforts on the continent, what progress has been made in the effort to produce 800 million vaccines in Africa by 2035? Where are there opportunities for strengthening access to routine immunizations for vulnerable populations, including the 6.7 million zero-dose children in the region, along with those living in fragile and conflict-affected areas? And how can the AVMA, which was developed in response to the region's challenges in securing access to Covid-19 vaccines during the global pandemic, help build countries' resilience in the face of current and future disease outbreaks? Please join the CSIS Bipartisan Alliance for Global Health Security for a broadcast conversation with Katherine E. Bliss, Director and Senior Fellow, Immunizations and Health Systems Resilience, with the CSIS Global Health Policy Center, Farrah Losper, Chief Commercial Officer at Biovac and Chairperson of the Board of the African Vaccine Manufacturing Initiative, Folake Olayinka, Director of Immunization, Africa CDC, Shanelle Hall, Principal Advisor to the Director General, Africa CDC, and David Kinder, Head of Development Finance at Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, regarding the progress of the AVMA and contributions to the immunization landscape in the Africa region. 

What if the biggest mistake people make before plant medicine has nothing to do with the medicine itself?In this conversation, Kat Courtney shares why nervous system preparation is one of the most overlooked aspects of ayahuasca, trauma healing, shadow work, and spiritual awakening. We explore the hidden risks of entering ceremony without the capacity to hold what arises, the biggest myth about nervous system regulation, and why curiosity—not control—is the key to real transformation. Kat also shares insights from over 20 years of work with plant medicine, her path to becoming a Death Doula, and the profound initiations that can occur through spirit, symbolism, and ceremony. If you're interested in healing, consciousness, personal growth, or plant medicine, this conversation may completely change how you approach transformation.⬇️Apply to be a guest on Holy Sh!t Moments with Nicolehttps://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/form/lEx4osu0nHrPQryDjwaf⬇️The Identity Reset https://www.nicolefrolick.com/identity-reset-p ⬇️3-Day 180 Retreat (September 17th, 2026)https://www.nicolefrolick.com/3-day-180-retreat⬇️Retreat From Reality (July 16-17, 2026) in Nevada https://immortaltaoistrites.com/nicole-frolick⬇️Work With Nicole 1:1https://www.nicolefrolick.com/work-with-nicole⬇️Do Not Age (Best Longevity Supplements To Reverse Your Biological Age)https://donotage.org/products?dna_link=1312USE COUPON AT CHECKOUT FOR 10% OFF: FROLICK10*Coupon doesn't apply to the DoNotAge “15 in 1” supplement as it's already 70% discounted⬇️Get $99 off your first order of OESTRA for women in Perimenopause or Menopausehttp://rwrd.io/7eqj6ko?cKAT COURTNEYWEBSITE: https://bio.site/plantmedicinepeopleINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/plantmedicinepeople/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/tinakatcourtneycoachSUBSCRIBE & FOLLOWIf you're enjoying the show, please subscribe to iTunes and leave me a 5 star review!  This is what helps the podcast stand out from the crowd and allows me to help people find a refreshing spin on spirituality with a great blend of entertainment and credible advice.Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/3wa5dnwjWebsite: http://nicolefrolick.com/Meditations: https://www.nicolefrolick.com/meditationsYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nicolefrolickInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolefrolick/Tiktok: https://tiktok.com/@nicolefrolickSpotify: shorturl.at/fikF7iTunes: http://apple.co/2ve7DtETIMESTAMPS 00:00 30 Nights of Ayahuasca5:37 The Nervous System + Plant Medicine Ceremony13:22 Curiosity + Shadow Work15:28 Risks You Face Before Plant Medicine20:39 The Most Magical Part of Plant Medicine Ceremony23:44 Understanding Ayahuasca's Mission With Us28:30 Drinking Ayahuasca 30 Nights in a row31:28 Strengthening the Nervous System34:15 Biggest Myth of Nervous System Regulation38:16 Avoiding Spiritual Bypassing42:48 Becoming a Death Doula48:34 When Ceremony Initiates You51:38 Initiation by Spirit Animals in Shamanism54:00 Snake Significance in Medicine Journeys57:23 Black Jaguar Initiation with Kat1:01:47 Kat's Final Msg1:02:22 If you're called to plant medicine

In this episode of Mission Admissions, host Jeremy Tiers has a conversation with NACAC's CEO, Angel B. Pérez. Angel shares his thoughts on the future of the college admissions workforce, leadership development, why there continues to be high turnover, the importance of energy management, and more. Guest Name: Angel B. Pérez, Chief Executive Officer, NACAC Guest Social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-b-perez-71418b87/ Guest Bio: Angel B. Pérez, Ph.D. is a globally recognized leader in higher education who is dedicated to expanding access, championing student success, and building a culture of empowered leaders across the profession. As CEO of the National Association for College Admission Counseling, he represents more than 28,000 admission and counseling professionals worldwide, serving as the association's chief voice to government, media, academia, and global partners.  He's also the author of “The Hottest Seat on Campus: Mastering the Art of Leadership in College Admission”. - - - -Connect With Our Host:Jeremy Tiershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremytiers/https://twitter.com/CoachTiersAbout The Enrollify Podcast Network:Mission Admissions is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too!Enrollify is made possible by Element451 — The AI Workforce Platform for Higher Ed. Learn more at element451.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 16th Annual Meeting features Tesa Anewishki, President and Chief Executive Officer, Loretto Hospital. She discusses leading a safety net hospital through an electronic health record transformation, expanding access to care amid community hospital closures, and leveraging workforce development, communication, and resourcefulness to meet growing healthcare challenges.In collaboration with Insight Global.

How Do We Build a Deeper Relationship with God Through Solitude?Strengthening Faith 2 SolitudeBrian UyedaOriginal Air Date: 2026.06.14We believe The Bible, God's word, is inspired by Him, through the Holy Spirit and is sufficient for everything you need in life – guidance, wisdom, strength, encouragement and HOPE. His word reveals His nature and character and His plan of redemption through His Son Jesus Christ, through whom we can have eternal salvation when we choose to follow Him. We also believe the Bible remains relevant in our world today and its power is experienced when personally and consistently applied and practiced.Part of your journey may include choosing a Bible translation and there are many. To help you choose, it is important to know that a “translation” is word-for-word while a “paraphrase” is thought- for- thought. If you are new to Bible reading or don't yet have one, we offer FREE Bibles that are English Standard Version translation – a very easy to read Bible. Other options are Bible Apps you can download to your phone, or sites like: www.Bible.org, www.biblegateway.com or www.blueletterbible.org.We invite you to join us for weekend services:Saturday Evening at 5:30pm. Question and Answer period after service.Morning Social at 10:00am: A time to connect with others over coffee and donuts.Sunday Morning at 10:30amPromiseland Kids' Ministry: Toddler – Sr. High, Sunday at 10:30 am, offers Christian education and worship for children and youth.If you have missed a message or are viewing from home, you can catch weekend services on our Facebook page and YouTube by going to www.crossroads-ridgecrest.org, or through the church app. We also have podcasts available by looking up Crossroads Community Church - available on several podcast apps.Have a question for one of our Pastors? Submit your questions via text at: (760) 301-4840 for our Ask It! Your Questions Answered segment every week. Watch or Listen what others ask!If you have any questions or would like to make an appointment, please call (760)384-3333 Weds. – Fri. 10am-4pm, text (760)301-4840, or email ccc@ccc-rc.org

Michael McFaul recommends helping Ukraine win the war to undermine Putin's grip on power, as a democratic Ukraine directly contradicts Putin's narrative that Russians require a strong dictatorship. He also stresses the importance of competing for talent by attracting educated Russian and Chinese citizens to the United States through smarter immigration policies. During the Cold War, the ability to draw in the world's smartest people was a major American advantage that is currently being hindered by restrictive visa rules. Strengthening this "brain drain" from autocracies is vital for long-term technological and economic competition. (7)1900 BAKU

Episode 399 reviews Phase 2 of Season 15 and introduces the Motivation Loop — the sequence of meaning, belief, attention, action, reward, and recovery that drives sustained effort. The episode explains common loop breakers (loss of meaning, negative thoughts, distracted attention, too much challenge, poor recovery, and no visible progress) and how to diagnose which link is failing. Practical takeaway: identify your gap, reconnect purpose, protect attention, celebrate small wins, and balance challenge with recovery to keep motivation alive. In This Episode 399, We Will Cover: ✅ The Motivation Loop — what it is, why it matters, and how it influences behavior, focus, effort, and achievement. ✅ What Keeps the Loop Alive — the role of meaning, belief, attention, action, reward, recovery, and growth. ✅ What Breaks the Loop — how loss of meaning, negative thoughts, distraction, lack of progress, poor recovery, and burnout weaken motivation. ✅ The Neuroscience of Motivation — why the brain repeats what it rewards and how dopamine reinforces behavior. ✅ The Difference Between Challenge and Burnout — finding the sweet spot where effort creates growth instead of exhaustion. ✅ My Personal Motivation Loop Story — how I watched my own loop begin to break in real time while pushing too hard with hiking and what I learned from it. ✅ How to Repair a Broken Loop — practical strategies to restore motivation before burnout takes hold. ✅ The Anterior Mid-Cingulate Cortex (AMCC) — the brain region associated with persistence, self-regulation, resilience, and doing hard things. ✅ Why Doing Hard Things Grows the Brain — how meaningful challenges strengthen the neural circuits responsible for sustained effort. ✅ Finding Your Gap — using our Brain's Operating System framework to identify where your system may be out of alignment. ✅ The Biggest Lessons from Phase 2: Neurochemistry & Motivation — insights from Bob Proctor, Dr. Caroline Leaf, Dr. John Medina, Dr. Anna Lembke, Dr. Chuck Hillman, and Friederike Fabritius. ✅ What's Next — a preview of Episodes 400 and 401 on Leadership and Trust, and our transition into Phase 3: Movement, Learning & Cognition. Key Question of the Episode "When motivation begins to disappear, have we lost our drive—or is there simply a broken link in the loop?" Aha Moment The goal isn't to push harder. The goal is to identify the broken link, repair it, and keep the loop alive. EP 399: The Motivation Loop: What Keeps It Going—and What Breaks It? Welcome back to the Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast. This week, we're wrapping up Phase 2: Neurochemistry and Motivation. Over the past several months, we've explored some of the most important drivers of human behavior, attention, effort, learning, and performance. Through the work of Bob Proctor, Dr. Caroline Leaf, John Medina, Dr. Anna Lembke, Chuck Hillman, and Friederike Fabritius, we've been focused on one fundamental question: What drives sustained effort and forward movement? Today, I want to zoom out and connect everything we've learned into one simple framework: The Motivation Loop. More importantly, we'll look at: What keeps the loop going What causes it to break How we can strengthen it over time And why doing hard things may actually help grow parts of our brain responsible for persistence and self-regulation. The Brain's Operating System of Human Performance Before we dive into the Motivation Loop, let's remember what we've covered so far. One of the biggest insights from neuroscience is that high performance doesn't happen in one part of the brain. It happens through a sequence. Just like a computer has an operating system, our brains have an operating system for learning, achievement, and human performance. Over the past several months, we've been building that system one phase at a time. Phase 1: Regulation & Safety REGULATE The first question we asked was: "Is the nervous system safe enough to learn?" Before motivation... Before focus... Before performance... The brain must first feel regulated. Through guests like Bruce Perry, Kristen Holmes, Antonio Zadra, and Sui Wong, we learned that: Sleep matters Recovery matters Rhythm matters Our Stress levels matter A dysregulated brain struggles to learn. No regulation. No learning. Phase 2: Neurochemistry & Motivation ENGAGE Once the brain is regulated, we move to the next question: "What drives behavior, focus, and sustained effort?" This is the phase we've just completed. We explored: Dopamine Belief Thought patterns Attention Reward Burnout Energy And perhaps the biggest lesson from this phase was: The brain repeats what it rewards. This became the foundation of what I've called: The Motivation Loop: What Keeps the Loop Going? Looking at this graphic, notice the green side first. The healthy loop begins with: Meaning and Purpose When we know why something matters, effort becomes easier to sustain. This was Bob Proctor's message and the message that launched author Simon Sinek's entire career (Knowing Your Why). People can tolerate enormous challenges when the goal is meaningful. Example: Learning a New Skill Imagine someone deciding to learn a new language. At first: Progress is slow. Mistakes are frequent. The work feels uncomfortable. But they have a purpose. Maybe they want to connect on a deeper level with family. Maybe they want to travel. Maybe they want a new career opportunity. Purpose keeps them engaged long enough to continue with the hard work.   Belief Shapes Thought If I believe I can improve, my thoughts become more constructive. This was Dr. Caroline Leaf's work. Our thoughts influence our neurochemistry. Positive thoughts don't guarantee success. But they keep us moving toward it. Attention Drives Growth This was John Medina's contribution. Attention determines what the brain decides matters. The brain learns what we repeatedly focus on. What we attend to, we strengthen. Action Creates Progress Once attention is focused, behavior follows. We study. We practice. We train. We learn. Reward Reinforces Behavior This was Dr. Anna Lembke's work. The reward doesn't have to be huge. Sometimes it's simply noticing progress. The brain says: "That effort produced a result." And the loop continues. Example: Exercise A person begins walking 20 minutes every day. Week 1: No major changes. Week 2: Energy improves. Week 3: Sleep improves. Week 4: Resting heart rate begins dropping. The brain notices progress. The effort feels worthwhile. The loop strengthens. The behavior repeats. We have spent a lot of time on understanding how to keep the loop from breaking. How the Loop Breaks Now let's look at the red side. How the loop breaks. The loop rarely breaks all at once. Usually one link weakens first. Then the others follow. Loop Breaker #1: Loss of Meaning What Happened? A student studies only to pass a test. The test ends. The reason disappears. Motivation disappears. The loop breaks because there is no longer a compelling "why." What Could Have Prevented It? Reconnect to purpose. Instead of: "I have to study for this test." Shift to: "I'm building skills for the future version of myself." Bob Proctor taught us that goals are not just about achievement. They're about growth. Loop Repair Ask: "Why does this matter beyond today?" When meaning returns, motivation returns.   Loop Breaker #2: Negative Thought Patterns What Happened? Someone starts a health journey. After a difficult week they think: "I'm failing." "Nothing is changing." "I'll never get there." Their attention shifts toward evidence of failure. The loop weakens. What Could Have Prevented It? Focus on progress instead of perfection. Dr. Caroline Leaf would remind us that thoughts influence neurochemistry. A better question might be: "What is improving that I haven't noticed yet?" Loop Repair Look for small wins. Better sleep More energy More consistency Better habits Progress fuels dopamine. Dopamine fuels effort.   Loop Breaker #3: Distracted Attention What Happened? You sit down to work. A text arrives. Then email. Then social media. Then another interruption at your office door. Attention becomes fragmented. Learning slows. Progress slows. Reward disappears. What Could Have Prevented It? Protect your attention. John Medina taught us: Attention determines what the brain decides matters. Loop Repair Create: 30-minute focus blocks Phone-free work periods (with notifications turned off) One-task-at-a-time sessions The brain rewards completion. Not multitasking.   Loop Breaker #4: Too Much Challenge What Happened? This one surprises many people. Doing hard things strengthens the brain. But doing impossible things breaks the loop. A person starts: A new diet A new exercise plan A new business A new habit And tries to change everything at once. The challenge becomes overwhelming. What Could Have Prevented It? Start smaller. The AMCC grows when challenges are difficult but achievable. Loop Repair Ask: "What's the smallest difficult thing I can consistently repeat?" Not: "What's the hardest thing I can do today?"   Loop Breaker #5: Poor Recovery/Low Energy   What Happened? This is actually my hiking example that I've mentioned previously. Everything was working. My recovery improved. My WHOOP age improved 6.4 years younger than my actual age. My fitness improved- v02 max increased. Then I increased the challenge. Longer hikes. More strain. More effort. But not enough recovery time in between. I could actually see the reward disappearing in real time. The effort at the end of these longer hikes felt exhausting instead of energizing. I know that doing difficult things makes my brain stronger, but I was close to giving up on something I really enjoyed. What Could Have Prevented It? Recovery needed to increase alongside challenge. The mistake wasn't hiking, or making the hike more challenging. The mistake was believing: More is always better. Loop Repair Alternate: Hard days Easy days Increase recovery as strain increases. As Friederike Fabritius taught us: Performance isn't built through effort alone. It's built through effort and recovery. Once I put more attention on recovery before pushing again, the broken motivation loop repaired, and the end of those difficult hikes became energizing again (with the right amount of rest).   Loop Breaker #6: No Visible Progress What Happened? A salesperson makes: 50 calls 100 calls 150 calls No results. The brain begins asking: "Why bother?" The reward disappears. What Could Have Prevented It? Measure leading indicators instead of outcomes. Instead of focusing only on sales: Track: Calls completed Meetings booked Relationships built Skills improved Loop Repair Celebrate effort metrics. Not just outcome metrics. The brain needs evidence that effort matters. Also, if the strategy you are using is not yielding results, try a different one. Ask others who are having success, what they are doing, and how they are getting results. Once you can identify where your loop is breaking, fixing it requires doing something that you were not doing before.   The Big Lesson Every loop break in this phase points back to one question: What link failed? Was it: Meaning? Thoughts? Attention? Progress? Recovery? Challenge? Because the loop rarely breaks all at once. Usually one link weakens first. And the good news is: If you can identify the broken link, you can repair the loop. What About Doing Hard Things? One of the most fascinating concepts we explored this phase was the work surrounding the: Anterior Mid-Cingulate Cortex (AMCC) This area of the brain appears to play an important role in: Persistence Self-regulation Attention control Doing things we don't feel like doing Research suggests this area strengthens when we repeatedly choose meaningful challenges. Not impossible challenges. Not burnout. Not exhaustion. Meaningful challenges. Example Choosing: The workout you don't feel like doing. The difficult conversation you've been avoiding. The presentation that makes you nervous. The study session when you'd rather scroll your phone. Every time we choose effort over comfort, we may be strengthening the neural systems responsible for persistence and researchers also would say, the will to live. The Secret to Keeping the Loop Going After everything we've learned this phase, the answer is surprisingly simple: The loop stays alive when effort feels worthwhile. That means: ✅ Meaning ✅ Purpose ✅ Focus ✅ Progress ✅ Recovery ✅ Challenge But not too much challenge. Because challenge without recovery becomes burnout. And recovery without challenge becomes stagnation. The sweet spot lies in the middle. Instead of blaming ourselves, we can start diagnosing the system to build a stronger, more resilient version of ourselves. How to Use the "Find Your Gap" Framework Whenever you feel: Stuck Unmotivated Burned out Distracted Overwhelmed Plateaued Ask yourself: Which phase is broken? Because the problem is rarely "everything." Usually it's one phase creating a bottleneck for the others.   Phase 1 Gap: Regulation & Safety Ask: Am I sleeping well? Am I recovered? Is stress overwhelming me? Is my nervous system regulated? Signs This Is Your Gap Anxiety Exhaustion Brain fog Poor sleep Irritability Example A teacher can't focus. They assume they need more motivation. But they're sleeping 5 hours a night. The real gap isn't motivation. It's regulation. Solution Fix: Sleep Recovery Stress management First.   Phase 2 Gap: Neurochemistry & Motivation Ask: Do I still know why this matters? Am I seeing progress? Has the reward disappeared? Have I lost momentum? Signs This Is Your Gap Procrastination Lack of drive Loss of enthusiasm Feeling stuck Example This was your hiking example. You still had the ability. You still had the discipline. You simply stopped feeling rewarded by the effort. Solution Repair the Motivation Loop: Reconnect to purpose Reduce challenge temporarily Improve recovery Look for progress   Phase 3 Gap: Movement, Learning & Cognition Ask: Am I moving enough? Am I physically engaged? Am I learning new things? Is my brain being challenged? Signs This Is Your Gap Low energy Mental sluggishness Poor concentration Feeling mentally flat Example Someone spends 10 hours at a desk. Their motivation is fine. Their sleep is fine. But they're sedentary. Movement is the missing ingredient. Solution Move first. The research from Chuck Hillman and John Ratey suggests movement often improves: Attention Mood Learning Memory   Phase 4 Gap: Perception, Emotion & Social Intelligence Ask: Am I seeing this situation clearly? Am I understanding others? Do I feel connected? Signs This Is Your Gap Conflict Miscommunication Isolation Emotional reactivity Example A leader thinks: "Nobody supports my vision." But the real issue is communication. The gap isn't motivation. It's perception. Solution Improve: Listening Emotional awareness Perspective-taking Relationships   Phase 5 Gap: Integration, Insight & Meaning Ask: Does this align with who I want to become? Am I moving toward something meaningful? Do I have clarity? Signs This Is Your Gap Success without fulfillment Feeling lost Lack of direction Constantly chasing goals Example Someone has achieved everything they wanted professionally. But they still feel empty. The gap isn't performance. It's meaning. Solution Reconnect with: Values Purpose Identity Contribution to the World. The Most Powerful Question At the end of every week, ask: "Where is my gap?" Is it:

We strengthen the church when we Biblically care for one another

The 2026 Food Summit will take place on Tuesday June 16 at the Albany Capital Center. This year's summit has three themes: Strengthening the Safety Net; Food as Medicine; and, Ending Hunger Through Action. We talk with Natasha Pernicka of the Food Pantries for the Capital District and Mark WInne, author of The Road to a Hunger Free America. With Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

This episode is an invitation to rethink what we mean by orphan care and how Christians can best support vulnerable children around the world. I sat down with Elli Oswald, Executive Director of Faith to Action, for a conversation about orphan care and global missions. Elli brings over a decade of experience in global child welfare and shares why many organizations are shifting focus from institutional care toward strengthening families. Key takeaways: The majority of children in orphanages worldwide have living family, poverty separates them, not death Children thrive when they stay with family or in family-based environments Elli's story of Knabs shows how family tracing efforts reunited nearly every child in a Sierra Leone orphanage with their families The church's role is ensuring our giving creates the best outcomes Strengthening families before separation happens is more effective than caring for children after crisis This episode isn't about criticizing generosity, it's about channeling our compassion toward lasting stability, healing, and belonging. Whether your heart is for international missions, foster care, adoption, or serving vulnerable families, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what effective compassion looks like.

Biblical Preparation for Troubled Times: How the Remnant Must Prepare for the Days Ahead | KIB 534 Kingdom Intelligence Briefing Description The world is becoming increasingly unstable. Economic uncertainty, spiritual deception, cultural collapse, technological control systems, and growing hostility toward biblical truth are creating unprecedented challenges for believers. In this powerful episode of the Kingdom Intelligence Briefing, Dr. Michael and Mary Lou Lake explore what Scripture teaches about preparing for troubled times. Rather than promoting fear, they reveal the biblical pattern found throughout God's Word: God warns, God prepares, and God preserves a faithful remnant. Drawing from the lives of Noah, Joseph, Elijah, and the early Church, Dr. Lake examines how believers must prepare spiritually, emotionally, mentally, and practically for the days ahead. This episode also addresses discernment, covenant faithfulness, hearing the voice of God, strengthening the inner man, resisting deception, and learning how to walk in kingdom authority during turbulent times. The question is not whether difficult times will come. The question is whether God's people will be prepared when they arrive. If you desire to become part of the remnant that remains faithful, fruitful, and victorious in the last days, this teaching is for you. Topics Covered in This Episode Why God always warns before judgment The biblical pattern of remnant preservation Lessons from Noah's preparation before the Flood Joseph's strategy during years of abundance and famine Why spiritual preparation must come before crisis Hearing the voice of God in an age of deception Building discernment through Scripture and prayer The dangers of modern spiritual confusion Covenant fidelity and kingdom authority The importance of the fear of the Lord Strengthening the inner man for difficult times Biblical principles of practical preparation Why Christian community matters in times of crisis Developing endurance and perseverance Learning contentment outside of Babylon's system Preparing spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically for the future Timeline 00:00 Introduction and opening remarks 03:20 Proverbs 22:3 – The prudent see danger and prepare 07:15 God always warns before judgment 11:08 Noah's preparation and the principle of faithful obedience 19:45 Learning to hear the voice of God 27:20 The dangers of spiritual deception and misinformation 34:10 Faith, obedience, and biblical preparation 42:35 Breaking free from spiritual strongholds and false doctrine 52:10 Covenant faithfulness and kingdom authority 59:30 The importance of spiritual discernment 1:06:40 Strengthening the inner man 1:12:15 Worship, prayer, fasting, and spiritual endurance 1:20:05 The armor of God and preparing before battle 1:25:40 Building healthy remnant communities 1:33:10 Economic wisdom and practical preparation 1:39:25 Perseverance, endurance, and overcoming 1:45:00 Final encouragement and prayer Scriptures Discussed Proverbs 22:3 Genesis 6–9 Genesis 41 Deuteronomy 28 Psalm 91 Matthew 24 Ephesians 3:16 Ephesians 6:10-18 Hebrews 10:23-25 Revelation 2–3 2 Thessalonians 2 James 1 Proverbs 6:6-8 Proverbs 21:20 Partner With Biblical Life Biblical Life TV and Kingdom Intelligence Briefing exist to equip, inform, and empower the remnant for the last days through uncompromising biblical teaching, kingdom discipleship, and prophetic insight grounded in the Word of God. If these teachings are strengthening your walk with Messiah, helping you discern the times, and preparing you and your family for the days ahead, we invite you to prayerfully partner with us. Your faithful support helps us continue producing free content, publishing biblical resources, and reaching believers around the world with the truth of God's Word. To support the ministry: Biblical Life P.O. Box 160 Seymour, MO 65746-0160 Or visit: Biblical Life Online Store & Giving Stay Connected

Keith Yackey is a real estate investor, entrepreneur, author, comedian, and founder of The Married Game, a coaching company dedicated to helping men become better husbands and reignite connection in their marriages. After nearly losing his own marriage, Keith transformed his life by taking ownership of his shortcomings and rebuilding himself from the inside out. In this episode, Travis shares his biggest takeaways from his conversation with Keith, covering responsibility, relationships, personal growth, and the dangers of complacency. On this episode we talk about: Why taking radical responsibility is the first step toward lasting success How comfort and complacency can quietly damage relationships The warning signs people often miss before a relationship falls apart Why self-improvement—not desperation—is the key to winning someone back The importance of surrounding yourself with people who expand your vision instead of limiting it Top 3 Takeaways If you are the problem, you are also the solution. Accepting responsibility for your circumstances can be uncomfortable, but it gives you the power to create meaningful change. Comfort is where attraction goes to die. Whether in marriage, business, or friendships, relationships require intentional effort and continual growth. Real transformation happens when you focus on becoming the best version of yourself—not when you're trying to manipulate outcomes or control other people. Notable Quotes "If you are the problem, you are also the solution." "The truth will set you free, but first it'll piss you off." "The moment you're outgrowing a room is exactly the moment you need to leave it." Connect with Keith Yackey: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithyackey Other: https://marriedgame.com A Word from Our Sponsors: - Are you ready to start your own creatorjourney and make it big? Visitwww.fanvue.com today and launch yourcareer! - To learn more about Mode Mobile and its investor community, go to https://invest.modemobile.com/travismakesmoney -Travis Makes Money is made possible by High Level – the All-In-One Sales & Marketing Platform built for agencies, by an agency.Capture leads, nurture them, and close more deals—all from one powerful platform.Get an extended free trial at gohighlevel.com/travis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chinese President Xi Jinping has wrapped up a two-day visit to North Korea featuring military honours, public displays of friendship and talks with Kim Jong Un. While few concrete agreements emerged, the trip sends a clear signal that Beijing wants to strengthen its relationship with its isolated neighbour.Plus, Indonesia's central bank has unexpectedly raised interest rates in an effort to stabilise the rupiah after its sharpest decline in years. And the race to public markets is accelerating. Just days before SpaceX is expected to begin trading, OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has confidentially filed for an initial public offering. We look at what could be one of the most significant listings in the technology sector for years. Presenter: Leanna Byrne Producer: David Cann

On Episode 633 of Impact Boom, Adele Stowe-Lindner of the Institute of Community Directors Australia discusses building confident and values-led governance, fostering leadership development within purpose-driven organisations, and why social cohesion, ethical decision making, and professional development are critical for the future of Australia's not-for-profit sector. If you are a changemaker wanting to learn actionable steps to grow your organisations or level up your impact, don't miss out on this episode! If you enjoyed this episode, then check out Episode 632 with Adele Stowe-Lindner on strengthening leadership and governance across Australia's community sector -> https://bit.ly/4uDtUMC The team who made this episode happen were: Host: Tom Allen Guest(s): Adele Stowe-Lindner Producer: Indio Myles We invite you to join our community on Facebook, LinkedIn or Instagram to stay up to date on the latest social innovation news and resources to help you turn ideas into impact. You'll also find us on all the major podcast streaming platforms, where you can also leave a review and provide feedback.

Family... isn't it about time? Long-time Utahns might remember those old commercials that aired on TV and radio that encouraged people to spend more time with their families. This week, the State of Utah is actually focusing on the same kind of thing: connecting with families. And we've got a special hour looking closer at families here on Inside Sources.  Director of the Utah Office of Families Aimee Winder Newton kicks off our special coverage with a discussion on the state's Family Connection Week and how families can better strengthen their own relationships. The program then shifts gears to look at various kinds of families. Dan Carlson, Associate Professor of Family and Consumer Studies at the University of Utah, joins to discuss multigenerational families and how different cultures define the term "family." Founder of the Single Parent Project, Meghann Brimhall, finishes our special hour with a closer look at single-parent families, as well as blended families.

Topics we cover on this episode of KSL's Inside Sources include: Utah Firewatch: A dry, dangerous summer weekend Continued counting of ballots in California races upsets national Republicans Strengthening family connections and relationships Pentagon updates religious classifications... again. Plus more congressional updates from Washington, DC. Kamala Harris weighs running for president again in 2028 America250: Have we forgotten how to argue with ourselves? Silent book clubs

Casey Knips joins Grant and Patrick to talk about his FHB class on hanging complex interior doors before the whole crew addresses listener feedback and answers their home building questions. Austin alerts the FHB Podcast team about nails made from wood fiber and nailers made for driving them. Seth wonders if plywood laminations can be used instead of dimensional lumber to sister rotten floor joists. Scott asks for advice on rebuilding squeaky stairs in an 1880's brick rowhouse.   Tune in to Episode 740 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:  The applications and cost of nails made from wood  Can plywood laminations do the job of sistering joists  What's the best way to rebuild a staircase without replacing it Have a question or topic you want us to talk about on the show? Email us at fhbpodcast@taunton.com.     ➡️ Check Out the Full Show Notes: FHB Podcast 740 ➡️ Learn about Installing Double, Pocket, and Concealed Doors ➡️ Follow Fine Homebuilding on Social Media:   Instagram • Facebook • TikTok • Pinterest • YouTube  ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and rate us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube Music, or wherever you prefer to listen.

This episode recorded live at the Becker's 16th Annual Meeting features Joy White, Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer, Legacy Health Good Samaritan Medical Center, who shares insights on advancing access, excellence, and sustainability in healthcare delivery. She discusses building system thinking across nursing leadership, prioritizing what matters most, and strengthening workforce engagement through human-centered leadership and belonging.In collaboration with Insight Global.

Preview for Later Today: Scott Harold explains that Japan is strengthening its indigenous defense capabilities and regional alliances. This move addresses concerns about China's rise and questions regarding the consistency and long-term commitment of the United States.1958 IDAHO

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