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You're listening to Burnt Toast! Today, my conversation is with Lauren Leavell. Lauren is a weight neutral fitness professional and content creator. She focuses on creating inclusive environments for movement and exercise to help clients feel strong and confident, and previously joined us on the podcast back in 2023. Lauren is an oasis in a sea of toxic online fitness and wellness culture. And it has been super toxic lately! So I asked Lauren to come on and chat with us about the recent dramas happening on Tiktok and Instagram.Yes, we get into the girl who said nobody over 200 pounds should take Pilates.We also talk about how to stay grounded when this noise is happening online, and how to seek out inclusive movement spaces—whatever that looks like for you. Today's episode is free but if you value this conversation, please consider supporting our work with a paid subscription. Burnt Toast is 100% reader- and listener-supported. We literally can't do this without you.PS. You can always listen to this pod right here in your email, where you'll also receive full transcripts (edited and condensed for clarity). But please also follow us in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and/or Pocket Casts! And if you enjoy today's conversation, please tap the heart on this post — likes are one of the biggest drivers of traffic from Substack's Notes, so that's a super easy, free way to support the show!Episode 197VirginiaLauren, it's so great to have you back on the podcast! It was one of my favorite conversations. It was two years ago that you were here before, I think.LaurenI know! Honestly, we could have a conversation once a month about toxic fitness stuff. VirginiaThere's always something. For anyone who missed your first appearance and has missed the 72,000 times I say “I love Lauren's workouts,” can you introduce yourself?LaurenI am Lauren Leavell. I am a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor. I've been doing that for almost a decade at this point, which is so wild. I'm not tired of it yet, which is amazing for me. I have a virtual program online, and Virginia is a member of tat community.VirginiaA groupie.LaurenHonestly, yes. Love that. I teach live classes and on demand classes. All of them are body neutral, and most of them are lower impact, because we're here for a good time and a long time. And I also have private training clients who I program Stronger Together workouts for.When I'm not doing that, I'm apparently complaining on the Internet. Well, I try not to complain too much on the Internet. And stalking cats in my neighborhood.VirginiaYou are my favorite Internet cat lady.LaurenHuge, huge accolades here.VirginiaFavorite Internet cat lady. That should be in your bio. And you are talking to us from France right now! Do you want to talk about that?LaurenI'm really leaning into my Sagittarius lifestyle. I just picked up my life in Philadelphia and decided to move to France. People keep asking me, why? And my answer is, why not? My partner and I are child-free except for our two beautiful cat daughters. But they're pretty easy to move. So we packed up our lives and moved to France. We are still really new here, really getting into it. And I'm genuinely just so excited for all the new stimuli. VirginiaOf course for folks listening to this episode, it is now mid-June, so we're going to talk about something that happened a month ago, and it is forgotten in the attention span of the Internet. But I still think it's very important to record for posterity that this happened. So Lauren, can you walk us through what I'm going to call Pilatesgate.LaurenPilatesgate occurred when a woman decided to come on TikTok, and really just rant. You can tell that she was a little bit amped up. She was talking about how she did not believe that people in larger bodies—specifically, if you are over 200 pounds—you should not be in a Pilates level two class. She was really insistent, and talked about how you should be doing cardio or just going to the gym. And then she followed up with: “You also shouldn't be a fitness instructor if you have a gut.” Like, what's going on? The overall tone of it was she was extremely agitated. VirginiaShe felt this deeply.LaurenShe was very bothered. Mind you, the person saying this, obviously, is not in a fat body. She's not in a larger body. I think the tone of her video and how agitated she was is what really sparked the conversation around size inclusivity and fitness and blatant fatphobia and anti-fat bias. But it all started with someone having a very agitated car rant that I'm sure she didn't think would go the way that it went.VirginiaI think she thought people were going to be like, Hell yeah! Thanks for saying the truth. I think she thought there was going to be this moment of recognition that she had spoken something. But I would love to even just know the backstory. I assume she just walked into a Pilates class and saw a fat person and lost her mind? I can't quite understand what series of events triggered the car rant, because I can't imagine having really any experience in my daily life that I would be like, “That was so terrible I need to take to the internet and say my piece about it,” and to have the experience be…I observed another human being.LaurenRight? I think that from from her follow up video it seems like she's been doing Pilates for a while, and maybe was agitated that someone was either getting more attention or she just maybe felt some type of way in general.VirginiaI wonder if the fat person was better at Pilates than her, and that made her feel bad.LaurenIt could be anything. Just like you said, like the presence of being there, maybe even having a conversation with a teacher—something triggered her. It could have even be been seeing something online of like a fat person doing Pilates as an instructor. I know plenty of fat Pilates instructors.And the apology videos were really like, “I need to work on myself.” And also, you know…you could have worked on yourself before releasing that rant into the internet space.VirginiaI give her one tiny point for how it is a very full apology video. So often an apology video is like, “I'm sorry people were upset,” you know? Like, “I'm sorry that this bothered you.” And she is like, I truly apologize. I have to work on myself. This is bad. She does own it to a certain degree.LaurenI think it's also because she experienced consequences. Her membership was revoked and she either lost her job, or at least is on punishment from her job.VirginiaWhich is correct! She should experience consequences. Plus there was a tidal wave of of videos coming out in response to her first one being like, what is wrong with you? This is a terrible thing. The backlash was quick and universal. I didn't see a lot of support content for her. I saw just a tidal wave of people being like, what the fuck?LaurenI think the people who would have maybe supported that kept their mouths shut because they saw what was happening. There are people who support that message and feel exactly the same. It was almost like she was like, channeling that type of rage. And I think, again, the agitation is what sets this video apart from every other video that's released 500 times a day on my FYP somewhere about people expressing anti-fat bias in fitness spaces, right?VirginiaShe said the thing that is often implied, and she said it very loudly. She also said it so righteously. It was a righteous anger in the first video. That, I think, was what was startling about it, I was glad to see the backlash—although, yes, as you're saying, there is so much more out there. And really she looks like she is 12 years old. I think she's like 23 or something. So this is a literal child who has had a tantrum. That happens every day, that some young 20 somethings says a fatphobic thing, right?LaurenI mean, actually, I was, at one point, a young 20 something saying fatphobic things to myself and out in the ether.VirginiaFrom my esteemed wisdom as a 44 year old, I try to be like, Thank God Tiktok didn't exist when I was 23! Thank God there's no record of the things I said and thought as a 23 year old. So, okay, babygirl, you did this and we hope you really do do the work. But as you're saying, she said something that is frequently echoed and reinforced by fitness influencers all over Al Gore's internet.You sent me a Tiktok by a fitness influencer Melania Antuchas, who posts as FitByMa. We see her leaning into the camera at a very uncomfortable-looking angle, saying, “If you don't like the way I train or instruct, don't come to my class because I'm going to push you to be your best self and you just need to take it,” basically. Can we unpack the toxicity of this kind of messaging? Because I do think this kind of messaging is what begets the angsty 23-year-old being appalled that there's a fat person in her Pilates class.LaurenYes, totally. I think that that person may actually be like an Internet predecessor to the rant, if I'm going to be honest. This person's content, against my own will, has been showing up frequently.VirginiaThank you for your service, by the way, that you have to consume all this fitness content, and see all of this.LaurenI've been seeing a lot of this person's videos, and a lot of Pilates instructors have actually had a lot to say about it, because what she's pitching as Pilates is not traditional Pilates, either mat or reformer. It's inspired by, but we really shouldn't be calling it that. And some people were like, “It seems like more of a barre class.” And I'm like, get my name out of your mouth. What are you talking about?VirginiaYou're like, don't you make me take her! I don't want her!LaurenYes, please don't come over here with this. So I think it's a combination of the fact that maybe her workouts feel a little mislabeled to a lot of people who are professionals in the field, and then her teaching style is extremely intense. And that's really what I would love to get into. Because I think if you've been a casual fitness person, you have experienced these type of intense motivational instructors and and maybe when we rewind to when we were the age of the ranter, that would have worked. That does work on a lot of people. What this person is saying is if you don't like it, don't come to my class. There are always going to be people who love a punishing, intense type of motivation because they never experienced anything else. They don't know how to find motivation or how to exercise without the presence of punishment.VirginiaThis is certainly endemic of a lot of CrossFit culture, a lot of boot camp culture. There are a lot of fitness spaces that are really built around this. Like, “no pain, no gain.” You've got to leave it all on the mat. You've got to always show up and give 200% no matter what. And I guess that is, as you're saying, motivating to some people.LaurenTell me about your childhood, if that's what you like. You know? And it's also a result of the United States culture in general, it is extremely punishing. And if we really stop and interrogate why we enjoy this, and why we only feel motivated by this intensity and someone getting up in our face, then we might have to slowly chip away at all the other places where softness has been denied and love and openness and acceptance have been denied. But it's to make you stronger. It's to make you better.VirginiaIt's like capitalism as a workout. LaurenIt's definitely a reflection of that type of culture, because some people maybe won't be motivated by anything softer, because they've never experienced softness.VirginiaAnd they've never been given permission to exist in a more multifaceted way, like you're either successful or you're not. You can either take it or you can't.LaurenAnd pain leads to success, right? Like, even though we all know—well, many of us know that—a lot of successful people have done no no suffering to get there. Other people have done the suffering for them.VirginiaExactly. It's just where you're born, which family you're born into, that lead to the success. The idea that there are no excuses, which was a recurring theme of her videos. Like, you're going to push yourself to be your best self or I'm going to push you to be your best self. That whole thing was so interesting to me because it was like, so you're not allowed to just have a headache one day? You're not allowed to be a neurodivergent person who has different needs and bandwidth? You're not allowed to be human, really, in this in this context.LaurenNo, not at all. And it really shows. I mean, I get it. And I have seen it over and over. But the ableism that exists in fitness spaces is almost like you're almost unable to, untangle them in so many spaces. And that's part of my job. It's been really, really, really interesting to be someone who's attempting to untangle those because how can I be motivational to people who have never experienced motivation outside of the intensity and the ableism and the pushing past. That's why I'm always talking about how unserious it is. Because this woman is telling me I have no excuses, and I have to go 100%. Like, girl, this is literally a 45 minute class. What are you talking about? This is 45 minutes of my life. Like, yes, with consistency you'll get results from fitness. And those don't have to be aesthetic! You will get your results from fitness if you are consistently doing a 45 minute workout. But consistently doing it doesn't mean doing it 100% every time.VirginiaRight? And let's not forget, we're just rolling around on a floor. LaurenWe're rolling around on the floor! Hopefully in a good class, we're mimicking movements that we would like do in our lives that would cause our bodies to meet those muscles. So if I'm moving furniture, it's usually not intensely at a speed run, I just need to be able to pick up my side of the couch! VirginiaAnd move it three feet and put it back down again.LaurenI think the the intensity of fitness is often overblown. And of course, this is hard to say as a fitness instructor who's not thin, because they'll be like, well, that's why you're fat.I think it's really deeply psychologically baked into fitness for a lot of people, that it has to be horrible. And that's my first experience with working out. Like, I thought it had to be horrible. Because I grew up in a family of women who only worked out when they needed to change their bodies. So it was like, oh my gosh. Remember when I was like, seriously working out for six months? It was always a sprint,VirginiaYou can't sustain the Mean Girl workout. Like, that's not a way to live. Or if you can, it's a warning sign that you can live with that much punishment for that long. LaurenYeah, definitely. Growing up, I thought that that's what all workouts were going to be. I did a lot of Stairmaster in my early 20s.VirginiaThe most Mean Girl of all cardio equipment.LaurenYes, I mean, that should have been a warning sign. But, I do think about this now, you know, I'm walking up a ton of stairs every day. I'm like, okay, well, do I need to go on a stairmaster, or am I able to just live my life and have to carry my groceries upstairs?VirginiaRight? I mean, being able to climb stairs is useful. And it's always really hard.LaurenA number one goal of people when I talk to folks, they're like, “I just want to be not winded when I go up and down stairs.” I'm like, I have horrible news for you.VirginiaIt's never going to happen.LaurenIt's a situational thing. You're dressed in regular clothes, carrying up three bags of groceries after carrying them in from your car, or not being warmed up, or carrying, a baby in a baby carrier, those baby carriers that are 400 pounds. Yeah, you're going to be winded.VirginiaI've lived in a fifth floor walk up in a sixth floor walk up, and I never got better at the stairs in the years I lived in those apartments. And I was a skinny 20 something when I was doing that. It never got easier, not one day.LaurenLiterally being out of breath is a sign that we're working those cardiovascular muscles. Just let them be out of breath real quick.VirginiaThat's a really helpful reframing. We jumped so aggressively into chatting about all of this that we should probably spend another beat for anyone who's confused, explaining that people who weigh over 200 pounds are allowed to do Pilates! Can you just explain why what she was saying was total bullshit? LaurenTotally. I think that people, at any weight, can do whatever workout they want or don't want to do. And I think particularly if you're a woman or socialized as a woman there are always these imaginary limitations on what your weight should be. And I think that that's really where the 200 pound conversation came in, right? Because for a not-fat woman, anything over that weight is really unfathomable to them. I definitely remember conversations around that within my own household of like, oh, we can't possibly weigh over this number. And I'm sitting there, like…VirginiaCan you not? Because I'm doing it. Here I am.LaurenSo I think that that's really where that number came from. She pulled out a number that she thought was just like, beyond anything. And I think it's also important to remember that so often, when people are asked to assess what people weigh, they have absolutely zero idea.It's really hard for people to tell other people's weight based on how they look. So I think that that was why that number was picked.VirginiaIt sounds so scary.LaurenIn her head, 200 pounds is really, really big and really scary. And going back to weighing whatever anybody weighs, I think Pilates is a great workout for people who are in, all different types of bodies and diverse bodies. Pilates is super low impact in a lot of ways, and really good for folks who have chronic illnesses, particularly like reformer, because it could be recumbent and you're not putting a lot of stress on your joints in the same way. So the idea that this workout that's really almost like super in line with disability and rehabilitation, to say that there's like a weight limit—again, fatphobia, joining in with ableism—is like, so so off base. So deeply off base.VirginiaFat people can do any workout, but Pilates in particular happens to be a workout that can be extremely body inclusive when it's taught well.LaurenExactly. I think that that maybe also added to some of the outrage and and honestly, some of me thinking it was very funny. I'm not someone who regularly weighs myself, but I've always been someone who was extremely heavy, as a person. Even as a child, there were stories about me versus my cousin who was three years older than me and a boy, and how he weighed less than me for most of our childhood. I have always been so solid. And I think growing up, many of us heard like, oh, that person has the body of a swimmer. That person should play volleyball or basketball or whatever. I'm like, what is this body type meant for? Like, shotput? And then I'm teaching Barre, you know? I think it's just so made up. And yes, maybe it's good for people who swim to have long limbs, great. But when we close ourselves off to types of movement based on body types and weight limits, then people have a harder time finding things that they enjoy, because maybe they don't enjoy something that they “look like they should.”VirginiaJust because you don't have long limbs doesn't mean swimming can't bring you a lot of joy.LaurenRight? Just because I don't have long lean muscles doesn't mean I can't teach Barre. The language around Barre and Pilates is always “long and lean.” And I just feel that's so funny as someone who's not long and lean. I love not being long and lean and and enjoying my classes. Some of the outrage did come from that number being named, because it's a misunderstanding of what real people in the real world weigh when you are not around those types of people. But I also think that there are a lot of limitations put on bodies, particularly larger bodies, and what you can and can't do. I have another video that's actually making a resurgence right now, probably because of this conversation that fat people should only do cardio, because if you lift weights, then you might gain more muscle mass, which would increase your scale weight. So you should only do cardio, because that's how you're going to lose weight, which is inaccurate and very boring.VirginiaAnd it's just really drilling into and this was the core of what she was saying. It's the core of that Melania video, that exercise is only a tool for weight management. That you would only exercise to avoid or minimize fatness, and right?LaurenAnd because Pilates “isn't actually good for burning fat,” you definitely shouldn't be doing it if you're fat.VirginiaYeah, you should be at the gym running. And it's completely ignoring the many other reasons we would exercise, the benefits you can actually achieve. Because, as you're saying, weight loss through exercise is a very murky thing for most people. And it's just ignoring all the other reasons you would do it that are more fun.LaurenYeah, like “I like it.” You're allowed to like things! But again, if you're socialized to only know shame and punishment, then the idea that people do things out of pleasure is hard to wrap your mind around.VirginiaSpeaking of shame and punishment, I wrote recently about Andy Elliott, who is actually a sales trainer, but he's also a bodybuilder. He's always cold plunging. He's always recording from a cold thing of water.LaurenAgain, pleasure, right? We can't have warm water. We made this technology, use it.VirginiaNo, no. He's like in Dubai, sitting in a barrel of cold water, posting his rants. And he posted this video showing off his twelve and nine year old daughters and how he had challenged them to get a six pack in less than two months. And they got shredded in two months. Then in this room full of his male sales trainees, he had them take off their sweatshirts and show off their six packs to a room full of men. It's revolting, on so many levels. But one thing I've been thinking about as I had to look at the Andy Elliot crap and then looking at this other crap, these extreme examples of toxic diet culture in some ways, I think, are unhelpful. Because they make us more dismissive of stuff that's not that. It's like, well, it's not that bad. Do you know what I mean?LaurenIt's moving the the spectrum of what's normal and what's not normal.VirginiaSo it's like, “Well, I didn't say 200 pound people can't come to Pilates, so I'm not being fatphobic.” Or “I'm not showing you a nine year old with a six pack, so I'm not being fatphobic.” But it shouldn't have to be that bad!LaurenIt also somewhat negates the fact that most of us are not exposed to the extreme. We're exposed to the more insidious anyway.VirginiaRight? Because the insidious is what your coworker is saying in the break room at lunch about how she's only eating a salad.LaurenIt's the stuff that we get daily exposure to, as opposed to these extremes where most people can point out, like, oh that's wild.VirginiaMaybe don't force your children to get six packs? It's pretty clear cut. On the other hand, I kind of feel like the needle is moving on what is extreme because of the rise of MAGA and MAHA wellness culture. We're unfortunately normalizing a lot of this really intense and harmful rhetoric.LaurenI've been thinking about it a lot, and I think number one, yes. Also the anti-intellectualism. That also helps push these things, because if someone's shouting confidently enough, they could sell anything. You said that person is in a sales job. Like, that's part of that thing. It's psychological. It's not even based in facts. But I think that it's on the rise, for sure, because it's not being checked. And I also think that in that more insidious way, it's on the rise because people are seeking to fly under the radar, and they're seeking safety in their bodies being read as safe.In this super conservative and rise of fascism, falling in line is a way that some people will seek safety, right? But it obviously, when we get into ranking bodies as good and bad and purity testing bodies. Like, if that even exists, that means someone has to be at the bottom. It's very clear that when we're saying take control. Hyper individual. Yeah, I did it, and you could do it, too, applying your situation to other people's. Like, that's not how science works. Number one, that's not how genetics work. And I think that people of all like races, ages, and abilities, you know, will seek safety in flying under the radar in a regime that's getting scarier and more intense. So I think that bodies and fitness is definitely a way that people will get there.VirginiaYeah, it's a logical survival strategy in a really dark time, for sure.LaurenSo I think that that's part of the reason why even people who wouldn't identify as like MAHA are on their health and wellness, and they don't realize how quickly it gets there, but it does pretty instantly. But as someone who is has multiple marginalized identities myself, I often see people who are in similar situations, and I look at them with a lot of compassion because, yeah. Like, if you're disabled, if you're Black, if you're poor, being fat on top of that, you just checked another box for people. And I feel like that is where this intensity comes from all sides. And that's why we're seeing even more diverse voices echoing this type of message, because people are seeking safety, and they might not even know that that's what they're seeking. But I can see it because I get it.VirginiaYes. That breaks my heart, but it is logical when you have those multiple marginalizations. Fatness is the one that you've been conditioned to think you can and should change.LaurenIt's supposed to be fully within your control. And then that's when we dip into disability being within your control. And the idea that you could just take vitamins or do red light or coffee enemas or something, and you're going to cure your your chronic conditions. Like if you haven't tried it, then you know you're not trying hard enough. So I think it's a really slippery slope, and it gets there very quickly.VirginiaYou've mentioned ableism a few times, obviously, because it's really core to this conversation. I'd love to hear a little more about how you think about ability in your classes. Anyone who's taken your class knows how completely different they feel from the Melania version. You've clearly put a lot of thought into how to be inclusive of ability.LaurenI appreciate that. I work really hard, and I try to advertise myself as someone whose classes are many levels or most levels, because I think even saying that something is all levels is not being fully like aware of the scope of people's ability. So I try to be very clear in my communication. I don't know how I got here, personally. Again, the pendulum definitely swung with me. I was someone who I would consider was Orthorexic and all on my organic everything, blah, blah, blah. Particularly when it like was coming down to my PCOS and how much of that was in my control.VirginiaPCOS triggers a lot of rabbit holes.LaurenRight? And, like the fatphobia in my own family mixed with that. But I think at some point it just clicked, like we all have the ability to become disabled if we're not already, you know? We could. And disability is a spectrum. We usually like start checking off more and more boxes towards that. But because ableism is so rampant, most people would never identify something going on as a disability. Wearing glasses, wearing hearing aids, needing captions, needing accommodations. They wouldn't identify those as a disability because it's horrible to be disabled in this world, so we try to avoid saying that.I think realizing I had so many folks coming to me who were burnt out by all the stuff we just spent all this time talking about—and I was burnt out in that world. And that's how I got spit out the other side. I was like, I'm going to do things differently. And more and more and more people started really identifying with that. And I got to know people individually within my memberships, and they shared about what they had going on, and oh my gosh, your classes have been so great because I have POTS, or I have EDS, or I have chronic pain, or I also have PCOS, I have PMDD—all these things.And because I am who I am, and I'm someone who is neurodivergent and I'm a nerd and I want to know what's good for people who have POTS? What's good for people who have blood pressure issues? What would be like a good modification or variation to throw out there to people who might not even know that that's going on with them, because again, our medical system. Like, oh yeah, I get dizzy sometimes. Like, okay, girl, can we elaborate? But I think that just realizing, no matter who it was, every single person in my membership can contribute to my ability to teach better, because if one person says it, 10 people are probably experiencing it. That's why I love the feedback. I love that! That hurt? I have no idea. I have one body. I literally have only this body, right? You have to tell me if something hurts, right? I don't know, that doesn't hurt me. Or that does hurt me, and I don't do it, but that works for you. So you have to tell me. So I think that that's really where it resulted from people being comfortable feeling honest and sharing, and my desire to continue making things feel good and challenging. Because I think that people think you have to sacrifice movement being challenging. Like it can't it can still be challenging and not horrendous and punishing.VirginiaYes, this is what's hard to articulate when I tell people how much I love your classes. This is the needle you're threading. We think of it as so black and white. Either you're someone who wants to go so hard, like the Melania video, or you're someone who's like, exercise needs to feel like a warm bath, or I'm not going to do it. And there is a middle space. There's a huge middle space.LaurenYes. And that's the neutrality of it all, which is yeah, I'm allowed to do this hard thing and and really invest when we're talking about the consistency and no excuses. But if we're talking about a 45 minute workout that you're doing maybe two times a week, and investing in 30 seconds of challenge or discomfort, and investigating how that feels in your body and doing it. And then after six weeks, suddenly, wow, that thing that was uncomfortable six weeks ago is no longer uncomfortable. This new thing was uncomfortable. And that's why I love movement so much. Because I feel like you can not solve, but get to the bottom of, investigate, interrogate and get to know parts of your body. And and I really do feel like the work that we do in 45 minute classes empowers people enough to go out and tell people at their jobs to eff off, you know? Like, it gives people the ability to get to know themselves well enough to know what they're willing to tolerate.VirginiaI feel like when I do your videos, there's always a point where honestly, I might be watering my plants or just lying on the floor, and then there's always a point where I'm actually so in it and pushing really hard. Do you know what I mean? And it's like, it can be both things. I get to choose which is the part that I'm going to be like, yeah, I'm holding this 20 second plank the whole time. I'm going to go for my heavier weights. We're going to do that.LaurenBecause it doesn't need to add up or count for anything, but it always does, even if you're like, I'm just doing this to do something. That just just doing something will still add up and it'll still come up later. And I think it doesn't need to be that serious. It's never that serious.VirginiaAny other fitness trends that are making you especially grumpy right now, or anything good you want to highlight?LaurenI mean, honestly, the backlash to that rant was good, right? There were so many good responses, I actually followed a couple people. I do think people being able to recognize that as blatant anti-fatness was good. It was a good gut check for a lot of people. And I think that that, yeah, it was good for me. That that made me feel, oh, there are seeds of hope.VirginiaNo, we haven't fallen as low as I fear sometimes.LaurenNo, and it's really hard. I've heard Jessamyn Stanley say, like, “Sometimes I don't remember that people act this way.”VirginiaOh God, yeah. You're really still out there being like this?LaurenYes, yes, yes, yes. So I think there was a lot of silly, goofy and and very good responses to that. I love that push and pull that we can hopefully sometimes see and still have this dialog about. I feel like it's really important. And with so many people intentionally losing weight right now, I think it's really important to see people who are not necessarily in traditional fit bodies doing fitness.VirginiaGod, it's so important. ButterLaurenI was going to be funny and say that my Butter is actually butter, now that I'm living in France.VirginiaYou're living in butter country.LaurenI have been trying different butters all the time. Hopefully people who are listening, maybe their weather is getting better. So this is a, this is like a freebie recommendation, but just a little photosynthesis. Now is a really good time to give yourself space, to open up your body again after a winter. Just a little bit of fresh air and a little bit of sunshine and a little bit of phone getting thrown across the room. Which is what I have been trying to do every single day. It really makes a huge difference. So, phone down, photosynthesis up. That is what's getting me through right now. And I hope that other people can enjoy that. Doesn't mean you even have to go outside! Crack a window, allow yourself to be a human being. And it's free. You don't need a discount code for it. You don't need someone to sell it to you on Tiktok shop. You were allowed to be a person existing for completely free.VirginiaYes, so true. That's really good. My Butter, in honor of you, my favorite Internet cat lady is going to be my cats. I'm going to give them a shout out. Licorice and Cheese. We adopted these kittens last year after my kids begged and begged. I mean, I've always been a cat person, but our old man cats had passed away. We had no cats for a while. And they make me so happy. They just are such love bugs. Because the weather is better, I think Cheese has taken your notes about photosynthesis, and so he's regularly trying to jailbreak, to get outside. He's trying to get outside all the time. So we are having a little cat drama in my house where the kids go outside, forget to close the door. Cheese is on it. He's trying to get out there, and we get him back inside. But we have a screen porch, so they do get to go out and live their best life on the screen porch, which makes them really happy.LaurenOh my gosh, I love when they photosynthesize. My new place has lots of big windows and lots and lots of sunshine, and my girls have just been absorbing the sun. And they're both trying to go out on balconies, which we're doing the same thing you're doing, because one pigeon goes by, and my cat's diving.VirginiaAnd I live in the woods where there are a lot of predators. We did have an old man cat who in the final years of his life, we did let outside, because we were like, you've had a good run. And we're thinking quality of life at that point. But these two babies, I want them for many, many years. We can't risk the coyotes. And I think one of them really gets that. Licorice is like the boss of the house, but he's terrified of the outside. I think he recognizes he's a big fish in a little pond, and he needs to stay that way. But Cheese is like, oh, that's my world. I want to get back there?LaurenYes, maybe a harness? Maybe that can be what the kids do this this summer is harness train Cheese.VirginiaWe've never tried the harness with them.LaurenHe's still young. My girls are full grown, and when I put a harness on them, they fall over. They're like, it's the last day they're ever going to live. They're like my bones don't work anymore. What did you do to me? We've been trying to harness train them so that they can go back outside, because we did have a yard before, but I think if he's young and eager to go outside, he might put that harness on. And that's also a good summer project.VirginiaOh, I feel like my 11 year old's going to get really into this. Okay, I'm going to give it a go. I'm going to report back. Well, Lauren, thank you so much. Tell folks where they can find you. How can we support your work?LaurenYou can find me at Lauren Leavell Fitness and I have a membership—the level up fitness membership, where you can join live classes. You can take on demand classes. Again, it's a silly, goofy mood over here. There are classes of different lengths. You don't need a ton of space or equipment. I currently don't have, really any equipment. I have. I have two pound weights.VirginiaI've been enjoying the recent videos where you're like, well, I'm doing this move that I'd normally have a 20 pound weight with a 2 pound weight.LaurenPretend these are 20 pounds! So we really are accepting of all scenarios that you have going on fitness-wise here. And like I said, the replays are there if you're not someone who gets catches live classes, totally get it. Or you just don't want to come to a live class. And then, if you are looking for more, I do have some workout videos on YouTube, which are kind of a sample of my teaching. They're a little less weird than I normally teach. I'm a little bit more polished on YouTube. And then, of course, Lauren Leavell Fitness on Instagram, and Lauren Leavell Fit on TiktokFay, who runs @SellTradePlus, and Big Undies.The Burnt Toast logo is by Deanna Lowe.Our theme music is by Farideh.Tommy Harron is our audio engineer.Thanks for listening and for supporting anti-diet, body liberation journalism! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit virginiasolesmith.substack.com/subscribe

  How familiar are you with partnerships and collaborations between the laboratory and the diagnostics industry? In this episode Luis is joined by Dr. Andrea Prinzi and Dr. Kristen Smith to explore how partnerships between clinical labs, public health institutions, and the diagnostics industry drive innovation in in-vitro diagnostics (IVDs).  What is the IVD pipeline? From discovery to product launch and beyond, these collaborations improve patient care, accelerate access to new technologies, and enhance public health outcomes. Why breaking silos and fostering inclusive partnerships is essential for the future of diagnostics? Tune in to find out.  Link to article: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clinmicnews.2025.04.001 Questions? Feedback? Send those to letstalkmicro@outlook.com Want to support the podcast? Here's how: Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/letstalkmicro Buy me a Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/letstalkmicro  

In this episode, Rick Mayo shares how his business has managed to create a thriving, close-knit community while scaling up to hundreds of locations. Rick was interviewed on the Dynamic Disruption Podcast, where he dives into Alloy's approach to building relationships, simplifying operations, and putting human connections at the heart of fitness.Starting in 1992, Rick explains how his Alloy stands out by focusing on personal, one-on-one interactions instead of the typical crowded gym experience.It's not just about the workouts, but also about understanding people's life challenges and tailoring fitness to meet those needs.Rick talks about how the Alloy model thrives with a small membership base that allows for deep connections between trainers and clients.He also shares some truly inspiring client success stories that show why fitness is way more than just looking good.And with Alloy growing very fast, Rick talks about maintaining the core values while bringing in new franchisees and expanding across the country. Listen in!Key TakeawaysIntro (00:00)Older demographic drawn by premium, personalized training (00:50)Evolution from grassroots to digital marketing (02:06)Referrals remain a major source of growth (04:20)“Stronger Together” client story program (05:15)Fitness goals are often rooted in life's serious challenges (06:45)Building community with only 130-250 members (09:23)Dunbar's number and client intimacy (10:59)“Surprisingly personable” gift system (13:45)Coaching with behavioral science at core (16:56)Alloy's expansion plans through 2030 (18:11)Additional Resources:- Alloy Personal Training- Learn About The Alloy Franchise Opportunity---------You can find the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, Stitcher, or wherever you listen to podcasts.If you haven't already, please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts!

In this bonus episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Barrett Straub, ACT's CEO, and Dr. Jeff Osborne, chief dental officer of Smile Source, to make a special announcement. ACT Dental and Smile Source have officially merged! They share the “why” behind it, their vision, and their thoughts on the future of private practice. To be a part of this amazing dental community for a Better Practice, Better Life, listen to Episode 898 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Dr. Straub & Dr. Osborne:Send Dr. Straub an email: barrett@actdental.com Join Dr. Straub on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barrett.d.straubFollow Dr. Osborne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legacyranchdentaltxLearn more about Smile Source: https://smilesource.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 898: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 18th, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-18-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205460116659Register for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Main Takeaways:This merger will expand community support for dentists and their teams.You are your greatest asset. Invest in yourself by joining this amazing community.Private practice is thriving, not dying! It is...

The explosive break-up of Donald Trump and Elon Musk has been fascinating to watch as the pair trade insults and threats. Could there be a reconciliation between the president and the billionaire? Or could Elon Musk follow through on his threats to start backing other political forces?Musk's space and satellite businesses are heavily involved in the US government, so there could be real world consequences if the two don't come to some sort of understanding. Today, Geoff Kabaservice from the centre-right think tank the Niskanen Center explains why the disintegration of their relationship is entertaining but also disturbing.  Featured: Geoff Kabaservice, vice president for political studies at the Niskanen Center in Washington, DC

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This Sunday at NTC Massena, Pastors Chris and Patti White share with us as we continue in Week 5 of our Stronger Together series on Relationships! Chris and Patti share from scripture and their experiences on being single and what God wants to do in us and through us! We hope you are challenged and encouraged by this message! Join us online or in person every week as we Worship and Grow together!

In honor of Women Veterans Day, this episode shines a spotlight on the Women Veterans Program Coordinators who work across Texas to connect women veterans with the benefits, services, and support they've earned. We'll meet the Program Director and the coordinators who are working every day to make a difference.

In this podcast episode, we're joined by Stacy Agosto, a Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorders Consultant at IPHCA. Stacy shares her insights on how involving loved ones in addiction treatment can improve outcomes, reduce stigma, and strengthen long-term recovery. She also offers practical tips and real-world resources that healthcare providers can share with patients and their families, along with inspiring stories of recovery where community made the difference.

In this episode, we explore the inspiring shift happening across the global karate community. Drawing from personal experiences teaching at national and international seminars, we highlight how practitioners are moving away from rivalry and division toward mutual respect and collaboration. Instead of criticising other styles and organisations, more and more karateka are now promoting diverse approaches and supporting one another's growth. It's a powerful evolution — and a sign that the future of karate is more united than ever. Mental health course: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://payhip.com/b/2hNUD⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Free Action Plan: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://payhip.com/b/1b0Mk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Achieving peak performance is something athletes strive to attain and getting that peak performance to coalesce is the goal for coaches, managers, and trainers leading teams in pursuit of victory. As sports psychologist Simon Hartley says, getting elite athletes to perform up to their potential is more about the mind than it is the body. In this conversation, Simon Hartley - author of “Master Mental Toughness” and “Stronger Together” - discusses the factors that lead to peak athletic performance, the habits and routines of world-class athletes, and how these lessons can be applied in a business setting that doesn't involve sports. Simon goes on to talk about developing a winning culture, how to turn a dysfunctional culture around without firing leadership, and how to create an environment of pro social behavior where people sacrifice individual achievement for the good of the team. Simon closes the conversation by sharing advice and tips for selecting talent. Simon Hartley is the CEO and founder of the Be World Class Group. He is a ten-time author, keynote speaker and co-host of The Podium Podcast and The Demon Charmers Podcast. Through his background in sport psychology, Simon has spent much of his career working with elite athletes and sports teams, helping them to get their mental game and their mindset right. Simon's real passion is working with and studying the very best in the world, figuring out what makes them great, and then helping others adopt those principles.

This week at NTC Massena, we have the honor of hearing from Pastor Quintin Self. Pastor Quintin continues our series on Stronger together, talking about the things "we don't do in our marriage" but also in every relationship if we want them to be fruitful! Join us every week as we Worship and Grow together!

SummaryIn this episode of the Over Here, Over There podcast, hosts Dan Harris and Claudia Koestler discuss President Trump's on-and-off-again 50% tariff on the EU, the reactions from European leaders, and the implications for global trade. They explore the upcoming midterm elections as a critical moment for Trump's presidency and the Democratic Party's need for strong leadership and unity. The conversation also touches on the rise of BRICS nations and the potential challenges they pose to Western democracies, as well as the possibility of another impeachment for Trump. The hosts emphasize the importance of unity and collective action in preserving democracy across borders.Subscribe here!TakeawaysThe erratic nature of Trump's administration is the new norm.European leaders reacted strongly to Trump's tariff announcement.The midterm elections will serve as a litmus test for Trump's popularity.Democrats need to present strong leadership to counter Trump.The EU's unity is crucial in facing challenges from the US.BRICS nations are rising as a significant global force.Impeachment could be a possibility if Democrats regain control of the House.Every individual plays a role in the future of democracy.The US should learn from the EU's approach to unity and diversity.Collective action is essential for preserving democratic values.Sound Bites"Erratic is the new norm.""Keep calm and carry on.""Europe won't be bullied.""Midterms will be the litmus test.""The US can learn from the EU.""The rise of BRICS is a major shift.""Every single person matters."Here's the YouTube video episode.Look out for our videos on our OHOT YouTube ChannelWebsite: https://overhereoverthere.org/Subscribe here!

Send us a textBrittany Smith and Janki Patel are the powerhouse duo behind Jump Ahead Pediatrics. What started as a shared dream between two burned-out therapists became a multi-state staffing agency serving schools with over 100 employees. In this episode, they walk us through how they bootstrapped their way from a $250 rental space to building a mission-driven business that puts people first. They talk openly about leadership challenges, lessons learned, and how they continue to grow while staying rooted in values and trust. This episode is a blueprint for anyone building something real with someone they trust.Episode NotesMeet Brittany and Janki Co-founders of Jump Ahead Pediatrics, Brittany and Janki built a multi-state therapy staffing agency from scratch. Their business places OT, PT, speech, and support professionals in schools that need them most.Bootstrapped with Purpose With no outside funding, they launched using personal savings, donated equipment, and community support. Every early win was reinvested back into the business.Partnership and Leadership Their 50/50 partnership is built on trust and balance. They lead with intention, grow through coaching, and prioritize people and culture in every aspect of the business.What's Next They're expanding into adult staffing and new states, with a goal of hitting 500 employees while mentoring others on how to scale the right way.Connect with the Founders and Jump Ahead PediatricsWebsite: jumpaheadpediatrics.com Meet the Founders: jumpaheadpediatrics.com/about/#founders Facebook: facebook.com/jumpaheadpediatrics Instagram: instagram.com/explore/locations/259440741061213/jump-ahead-pediatric-therapy LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/81905361Keep up with more content from Aggie and Cristy here: Facebook: Empowered Women Leaders Instagram: @badass_women_in_business LinkedIn: ProveHer - Badass Women in Business Website: Badasswomeninbusinesspodcast.com Athena: athenaac.com

This Sunday at NTC Massena we continue in our Stronger together Series. This week we talk about Covenant and what it means for our marriages and relationships! Join us online or in person every week as we worship and grow together!

In this special episode recorded at a marriage conference in Niagara Falls, Pastor Jack sits down with Pastor Scott Wendell and his wife Jodie, the featured speakers for the retreat. Together, they explore the lasting value of marriage retreats, share practical tips for churches and pastors looking to host one, and offer biblical wisdom for building stronger, Christ-centered marriages.Whether you're a pastor planning a retreat or a couple looking to invest in your relationship, this conversation will encourage, equip, and inspire you to take intentional steps toward a thriving marriage. Enjoy!

In this episode of the Young Dad Podcast, Jey Young and Jason, a men's embodiment coach, delve into the importance of men's groups and the evolution of masculinity. They discuss how traditional masculinity often leads to isolation and emotional suppression, and how men's groups can provide support, feedback, and a sense of belonging. Jason shares his personal journey and insights on the significance of being in touch with one's emotions and body, and how this awareness can lead to healthier relationships and parenting. The conversation emphasizes the need for men to connect, share their struggles, and redefine what it means to be masculine in today's world. TakeawaysEvery man needs a men's group for support.Men often feel lonely even in groups.Emotional awareness is crucial for decision-making.Men's groups help break the lone wolf mentality.Healthy masculinity involves vulnerability and connection.Feedback from peers can lead to personal growth.Being in touch with emotions improves relationships.Isolation can lead to serious health issues for men.Men are wired for connection and community.Doing inner work benefits not just oneself but also one's children.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Modern Fatherhood and Masculinity01:10 The Journey into Men's Work03:31 The Power of Men's Groups10:35 Understanding Embodiment and Emotional Awareness18:04 Navigating the Challenges of Modern Masculinity25:46 Embracing Masculine Energy26:58 The Evolving Role of Men28:24 The Power of Men's Groups32:44 Connection and Community36:54 Defining Healthy Masculinity41:49 Courage and Vulnerability in Men48:54 lifestyle-outro-low.wavCheck out the Website for Interactive Activity Guides, Resources, Full Transcripts, all things YDP- ⁠⁠www.youngdadpod.com Clink the Link for YDP Deals (Joon, Forefathers &more)- ⁠https://linktr.ee/youngdadpod Want to be a guest on Young Dad Podcast? Send Jey Young a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/youngdadLastly consider a monetary donation to support the Pod, https://buymeacoffee.com/youngdadpod

Every year, JOY 94.9's Radiothon brings us together to celebrate, support, and sustain LGBTQIA+ voices in media. This year's theme, ‘Stronger Together', is a rallying call: in a world of... LEARN MORE The post JOY Radiothon 2025: Geeks Out vs Out Takes Crossover Extravaganza! appeared first on Out Takes.

In this episode of 'The Valley Today', host Janet Michael welcomes Diane Ricci, a licensed clinical social worker and program director for Valley Health's Outpatient Behavioral Health Services. The conversation revolves around the breadth of mental health services provided by Valley Health, the stigmas surrounding mental health, and the unique needs of different age groups. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Valley Health is actively participating in raising awareness through various activities. Diane emphasizes the importance of recognizing that mental health issues are common and that help is available. She notes the pandemic's impact on making discussions about mental health more mainstream. Valley Health offers a wide range of services for mental health support across all age groups. From specialized programs for seniors to outpatient therapy for teens and children, the organization ensures that mental health support is accessible to everyone. Diane highlights the introduction of intensive outpatient programs and group therapies to provide comprehensive care. Janet and Diane delve into the impact of social media and bullying on mental health, particularly among children and adolescents. They discuss how these factors exacerbate mental health issues and the importance of developing coping skills at a young age to navigate the challenges. A significant addition to Valley Health's services is the emPATH unit, designed to offer immediate psychiatric care for individuals in crisis. Diane elaborates on how this unit provides a warm and supportive environment, ensuring that people get the care they need without waiting in emergency rooms. Listen to the conversation about the unit by clicking here. The conversation also touches on the community's role in supporting mental health initiatives. Diane mentions the Stronger Together campaign and the new mental health pavilion being built at Winchester Medical Center. This facility aims to provide a one-stop shop for mental health services, offering continuity of care from childhood through old age. Janet and Diane stress the importance of preventative mental health care. They encourage people to seek help before reaching a crisis point and to view therapy as a tool for maintaining overall well-being. Diane shares insights into how Valley Health supports individuals at every stage of their mental health journey. For those interested in accessing Valley Health's mental health services, Diane provides guidance on how to get started. You can call 540-536-4881, option 1, for Winchester Medical Center (WMC) adult programs; select option 2 for WMC child and adolescent programs. Dial 540-459-1262, option 1, for Shenandoah Memorial Hospital adult programs. The intake team is ready to answer your questions and will assist in scheduling a new patient appointment. You can also visit: https://www.valleyhealthlink.com/behavioralhealth Diane reassures listeners that there is no shame in seeking help and emphasizes the importance of mental health maintenance for a healthier, more productive life. Valley Health's Outpatient Behavioral Health Services offers a comprehensive and compassionate approach to mental health care. By addressing the needs of all age groups and promoting a supportive community, they are making significant strides in breaking down the stigma and ensuring that mental health services are accessible to everyone. 

It's mental health awareness week, In this episode, leading UK psychologist, Wendy Dignan talks about being stronger together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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This week at NTC Massena we Celebrate Mothers Day and dive into week 2 of our Relationships Series, focusing on...Women of course! Pastor Jessica shares with us on "5 Unique Qualities of a Woman". We hope you are loving this new series! Join us online or in person every week as we worship and grow together!

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In this episode, Janet Michael, host of The Valley Today, spoke with Jenny Grooms, the Executive Director for the foundations of Valley Health, about the innovative Stronger Together campaign. This initiative aims to enhance various aspects of healthcare in the Valley Health system, focusing on mental health, heart health, and extending care accessibility. Valley Health, a nonprofit health system, relies on its foundation to segregate charitable dollars from operational funds. Jenny highlighted their recent projects at Warren Memorial Hospital, which features recreational trails and the Bedside Connect program. These initiatives underscore the dual importance of physical and mental well-being for both patients and healthcare staff. The trails offer a mental respite for the staff, while Bedside Connect minimizes the need for families to travel, allowing remote interactions with patients and doctors. The Stronger Together campaign addresses three primary pillars - mental health, heart health, and accessibility. The mental health aspect emerged from a community health needs assessment, identifying mental health as a top priority. Plans include building a mental health pavilion with comprehensive outpatient programs. For heart health, the campaign will expand the heart and vascular center, adding procedure rooms and new technologies to improve treatments for conditions like atrial fibrillation. The accessibility pillar focuses on creating a mobile fleet for health clinics and mammography to reach underserved rural areas. Valley Health is leveraging technology to bring healthcare directly to the community. The mobile mammography unit and the mobile health clinic are ground-breaking initiatives designed to overcome the barriers of distance and transportation, which are significant issues in the rural region. The mobile units offer services such as screenings and telehealth consultations, making it easier for individuals to receive timely care without the stress of extensive travel, thereby promoting better health outcomes. Funding for the Stronger Together campaign has been a community-driven effort. The campaign, with an ambitious goal of raising $20 million over three years, has already secured $17.1 million during its initial phase. Contributions have come from various avenues such as individual donors, grants, and matching funds. Valley Health emphasizes flexible giving options, allowing donors to contribute through methods like IRAs, stocks, or even estate inclusion. Jenny explains that charitable giving not only benefits the community but also offers tax advantages to the donors. She encourages those interested to visit Valley Health's website for detailed information and to explore diverse giving options. The heartfelt conversation also shed light on how Valley Health ensures transparency and efficiency in utilizing donations. The collaborative efforts from medical staff, businesses, and community members are pivotal in achieving the campaign's goals. Such collective participation underscores the campaign's theme - being stronger together. Jenny affirmed that every contribution, no matter how small, plays a significant role in providing better healthcare infrastructure and services. For more information or to make a contribution, community members are encouraged to visit Valley Health's website at valleyhealthlink.com/stronger. The online portal offers easy navigation to learn more about the campaign, its impact, and how to get involved.

If you want to give through Grace Church you can do so here: https://pushpay.com/g/grace-alone?src=hpp&r=monthlyIn a world where everything feels like it's falling apart, we, as believers, are held together by the power of unity and the grace of God. Join Pastor Rick as he unpacks the life applications from the scriptures that will transform every life and ensure that no matter what happens in the world and in our lives, we can be “Held Together” forever.Find out more about Grace Church here: https://gracechurchco.com/

This week at NTC Massena we are so excited to start our series on Relationships! We all relate with other people, every day, all day long. Our Spouse, Kids, Family, Co-Workers, Wal-Mart greeters... we are surrounded by People! How are we relating to the people around us? Is it the way God would have us do it? Let's examine how God has called and created us to have Relationship with each other! We hope you love this message series and find it radically changing the relationships in your life as we surrender our way to God's way! Join us every week online or in person as we worship and grow together!

If you want a vivid reminder of just how hospitable the Magic Skagit can be, show up at the Lincoln Theater in downtown Mount Vernon at 7pm on Thursday, May 8, 2025 for a public gathering of your friends and neighbors through a program known as "Let's Go Together." The free event offers music and fellowship with the simple agenda of connecting people through the power of face-to-face relationships.Let's Go Together invites people of all cultures, faith traditions, ethnic identities and socioeconomic situations to work together for the common good, and it is one programmatic element of an organization called Paths to Understanding (PTU), which provides a vision, preparation, and practical support for wisdom communities to build meaningful relationships with their neighbors.In this Tales of the Magic Skagit episode, we talk with Viveka Hall-Holt, PTU's events coordinator, about the history of her organization and the journey that led her to its mission of "bridging bias and building unity through multi-faith peacemaking." If the 24/7/365 news cycle leaves you feeling anxious about the state of the world, Paths to Understanding offers a way of engaging locally in building community. As Viveka relates, "When we are in deep community, that makes us feel most alive -- and that is the truest way of being."

TSC May Workout Drop: Stronger Together, Leaner, and Spiritually Fueled If your workouts have felt a little scattered, or if your motivation has been all over the place lately—you're not alone! That's exactly why I created the monthly workout drops inside The Stronger Collective App for Christian women like you.

In this episode, host Curtis Lawson sits down with Sonora Storm, Del Westmoreland, and Matthew Reibenstein of the Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA). Together, they dive into the benefits of GHBA membership, from professional networking and continuing education to advocacy, ethics, and community impact. Whether you're a builder, associate, or homeowner, learn why GHBA is shaping the future of Houston's residential construction. If you've ever wondered how builders help each other succeed—even as competitors—this episode is for you.

Chico Bryant and Bill Hampton discussed their collaboration on the documentary "Unpunished," which explores the 2019 murder of Ronald Greene by the Louisiana State Police. The film, produced by Bryant's United Venture Productions, highlights the systemic corruption and cover-up involved. Hampton, who invested in the project, emphasized the need to address police immunity and qualified immunity. The documentary features interviews with Greene's family and the whistleblower, Carl Cavalier. They plan to screen the film at the Kansas City Film Festival on September 29. Bryant also shared his background in the music industry and his current role as a father and CEO. Timestamp Introduction and Podcast Format 0:02 Technical Setup and Introductions 1:42 Chico's Background and Career Journey 7:08 Bill Hampton's Business Ventures 10:08 Introduction to the Film Project 14:08 The Story of Ronald Green 25:30 Impact and Call to Action 32:16 Conclusion and Future Plans 34:40

Send us a textIn this episode: Angela Gardner and Christi Powell sit down with Giovanna Carchidi, National Sales Manager - Projects Multifamily for Kohler, to discuss her inspiring journey in the construction industry. Sponsored by Trimble, the episode covers various topics aimed at empowering women, including mentorship, career paths, and networking. Giovanna shares a compelling story about overcoming challenges and highlights the importance of women in the construction field. The conversation also explores the diverse opportunities in the industry and emphasizes the critical role of technology and innovation in shaping its future. Thanks for Listening!Support the show

Stronger Together: A Virtual Course to Blended Family Healinga course co-taught by Elisabeth Klein & her husband Richard Are you:-remarried?-with children of your own or children of your spouses'?-surprised by how challenging it's been?-wondering if it'll ever get better?-trying to do your best to keep your marriage together?-trying your best to love everyone? Spend six weeks with me – a relationship coach and spiritual mentor (who has been / is all of the things above in the past ten years) – AND my sweet husband, as we:In this Christ-centered course on blended families, we'll walk together through these key areas:Assess your current reality — honestly evaluate the state of your home, your marriage, and the family dynamics at play.Uncover the baggage we've brought with us — allow the Holy Spirit to gently reveal wounds, expectations, and patterns that may be affecting your marriage.Strengthen your marriage as the foundation — explore biblical, grace-filled ways to prioritize and protect your relationship, even in the midst of parenting complexities.Pursue peace with your spouse's children — gain wisdom and practical tools to build trust, connection, and Christ-like love with stepchildren.Dream with God about your future — invite Him to shape a vision for your blended family, rooted in hope, healing, and unity.What: We will reflect, pray, share, and dream, through prompts, weekly exercises, journaling, and q+a webcasts, all in the shelter of a private Facebook group with like-minded women. When: Summer (May-June)  How many women: 40 maximum (10 minimum)How much: $249register here: https://bit.ly/wholeness-courses

THIS IS PART TWO OF A 2-PART PODCAST EPISODE:In this heartfelt episode, Tayler and her sister, Michelle Hess, a courageous firefighter spouse, share the real and raw journey of life behind the scenes. From the long shifts and missed holidays to the quiet moments of worry and faith, she opens up about the emotional toll, the unseen battles, and the strength it takes to keep a family grounded while loving someone who runs toward danger. You'll hear about the struggles that have tested her resilience, the community that's helped her stay anchored, and the practical and spiritual tools that have carried her through. Whether you're a first responder family or simply looking for encouragement in a hard season, this episode is a powerful reminder that you're not alone—and that God meets us in the fire.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WS INSTAGRAMWS FACEBOOKContact Us

In this week's episode, John and Cynthia discuss the power of community connections in both digital and physical spaces. They explore how people crave togetherness, from the resurgence of bookstores to building community on Quillo Connect. Learn more about Quillo Connect Eric Carter 10 Steps of Belonging MeetUp Episode Transcript Want to share stories with us? Email us at Quillopod@myquillo.com To learn more about Quillo Connect visit MyQuillo.com  

The best patient outcomes start with the strongest teams -- but how do we build them? In this episode of Beyond Clean Canada, we're joined by Becky White and Pam Hunter, two powerhouse MDR leaders, to talk about what it takes to build and maintain meaningful relationships between MDR and OR teams. From their work with MDRANS and CAMDR to collaborative OR training programs and team-building strategies, Becky and Pam share how connection, communication, and collaboration are reshaping patient care. Buckle up #CanadianCleanFreaks -- this one's packed with heart, leadership, and lessons you don't want to miss. Hit play and tune in today! A special shout-out to Solventum for sponsoring Season 1 of the Beyond Clean Canada Podcast! Make sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook so you're always in the loop for every episode! #BeyondCleanCanada #MDR #SterileProcessing #Collaboration #Communication #BuildingRelationships #Education #Podcast #Solventum

THIS IS PART ONE OF A PART 2 PODCAST EPISODE:In this heartfelt episode, Tayler and her sister, Michelle Hess, a courageous firefighter spouse, share the real and raw journey of life behind the scenes. From the long shifts and missed holidays to the quiet moments of worry and faith, she opens up about the emotional toll, the unseen battles, and the strength it takes to keep a family grounded while loving someone who runs toward danger. You'll hear about the struggles that have tested her resilience, the community that's helped her stay anchored, and the practical and spiritual tools that have carried her through. Whether you're a first responder family or simply looking for encouragement in a hard season, this episode is a powerful reminder that you're not alone—and that God meets us in the fire.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WS INSTAGRAMWS FACEBOOKContact Us

When Ivy breaks her leg during an obstacle course mishap, Levi struggles with feelings of guilt and jealousy as she receives extra attention. As he learns to see beyond his frustration, Levi discovers the true meaning of compassion, realizing that they are stronger when they support each other. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LIVELY LEWIS MERCH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LIVELY LEWIS SHOW⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LIVELY LEWIS FAMILY VLOG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkTree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Welcome to Lively Lewis Stories!! You may know us from The Lively Lewis Show!! This is our podcast where siblings Levi and Ivy go on incredible adventures, where they learn and model positive life lessons. These imaginative stories of Levi's energetic personality and Ivy's spunky silliness will keep you engaged, laughing and learning episode after episode! Our goal is to create a safe environment for kids to listen and learn about strong values, big imaginations, humorous pretend play, and healthy family dynamics. Our stories are great for bedtime stories, car rides, or just for fun! Thanks for listening!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The crew of the Opal Star takes one last day to collect themselves before diving into the mystery of Anima's past.

In this heartfelt episode of Faith, Family, and Fulfillment, Jeremy and Sara Reason dive into the challenges and triumphs of navigating life with faith, purpose, and resilience. Through personal stories and powerful insights, they explore the lessons learned in the moments that shape us—both big and small.Minute Markers:00:00 Intro: Kicking off a deep and meaningful conversation on faith, relationships, and personal growth.10:35 The Frog & the Frying Pan: Recognizing gradual change and how small compromises can lead to big consequences.21:00 My Birthday Wish: A personal reflection on gratitude, growth, and what truly matters in life.30:05 Keeping the Peace: Balancing harmony in relationships without sacrificing personal truth.40:10 The Underlying Issue: Digging deeper into the real causes of conflict and how to address them with faith and wisdom.51:04 Self-Preservation: Understanding when to set boundaries and how to protect your peace while staying true to your values.01:00:04 Help Bearing the Load: The power of community, faith, and leaning on others when the weight of life feels heavy.Join us as we unpack life's challenges and celebrate the blessings found in faith, family, and the pursuit of true fulfillment.

Kaytea is a unique podcast as it offers a Christian foundation, but keeps it unapologetically genuine, and spills the tea! We keep it real and talk about the things the Church doesn't. While this podcast does have a foundation of Jesus, everyone is welcome! We have conversations with people from all walks of life to learn, challenge our ways of thinking, love, and grow together.The Kaytea podcast supports the non-profit org, Jeremiah 1:5. www.jeremiahonefive.com. IG: @jeremiahonefiveFB: @jeremiahonefiveorgLINKTREE: www.linktr.ee/theekayteaAPPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kaytea/id1496568143SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/1iH3MTqxgA9Qn3nJOum2HY?si=amujMLKeS4uX7kqCUjFWbw&nd=1GUEST (CAITLIN):Add her on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/caitlin.silvia.5?mibextid=LQQJ4d LOGO & COVER ART: IG: @daephine_AUDIO/VISUAL PRODUCTION & EDITING: Miguel Guerra & Chris Hiller

Hey Sis! Your ex was not the end-all-be-all. That failed relationship was not your life. There's more to your story than that. It's time to embrace where you are. Your present season has so much to offer you. There's so many opportunities available to you now. It's time to look past the pain and prepare your mind for what God has next for you. I hope you're ready. Let's do this!   ***Our first Sisterhood Connect event is happening March 11th at 6 PM CST. The theme is “Stronger Together.” Join me for a little sister time, encouragement, and more. This event is 100% FREE. All you have to do is register to save your seat.  Register here https://kandiceabateast.myflodesk.com/connect    Resources and Services Grieving The Living Ecourse  My YouVersion Bible Plans  Goodbye Heartbreak Hello Purpose, 365-Day Devotional (Use coupon code PODCAST10 at checkout for a 10% discount) 60-minute Heartbreak Coaching Session  My TeePublic Merch (Tee shirts, mugs, toes, pillow, and so much more) Get a FREE Hello Fresh box on me Free prayer:  A Prayer To Move On After A Broken Heart Facebook group:  The Healing Heartbreak Community Instagram: @goodbyeheartbreakhellopurpose Let me know what topics you want me to discuss or questions you want me to answer on the podcast. Send me a message here!   ***Check out these episodes that are related to this one   Ep. 198 5 Ways Healing Allows You To Live a Better Life Ep. 202 Don't Lose Hope In This Season–Something To Hold On To Ep. 206 6 Ways To Build Your Faith As a Single Woman   Sis, are you enjoying the content from the show and want to support? Here's 2 easy things you can do: 1. Make sure you are subscribed to the podcast wherever you listen and 2. Leave a 5-star written review on Apple Podcast (grab your friend's phone for a second if you're not an Apple user lol). Know that I really appreciate you!

Hey Sis! Are you having a hard time accepting that your relationship is over? This is a necessary step in the healing journey, but that doesn't mean it won't hurt. So let's talk about how to embrace the end of this era. Are you ready? Let's do it!   ***Our first Sisterhood Connect event is happening March 11th at 6 PM CST. The theme is “Stronger Together.” Join me for a little sister time, encouragement, and more. This event is 100% FREE. All you have to do is register to save your seat.  Register here https://kandiceabateast.myflodesk.com/connect    Resources and Services Grieving The Living Ecourse  My YouVersion Bible Plans  Goodbye Heartbreak Hello Purpose, 365-Day Devotional (Use coupon code PODCAST10 at checkout for a 10% discount) 60-minute Heartbreak Coaching Session  My TeePublic Merch (Tee shirts, mugs, toes, pillow, and so much more) Get a FREE Hello Fresh box on me Free prayer:  A Prayer To Move On After A Broken Heart Facebook group:  The Healing Heartbreak Community Instagram: @goodbyeheartbreakhellopurpose Let me know what topics you want me to discuss or questions you want me to answer on the podcast. Send me a message here!   ***Check out these episodes that are related to this one   Ep. 029 2 Secrets That Are Keeping You From Healing Your Broken Heart and The #1 Way to Overcome Them Ep. 196 7 Stages Of Grief After a Breakup (Stages 1-4) Ep. 197 7 Stages Of Grief After a Breakup (Stages 5-7)   Sis, are you enjoying the content from the show and want to support? Here's 2 easy things you can do: 1. Make sure you are subscribed to the podcast wherever you listen and 2. Leave a 5-star written review on Apple Podcast (grab your friend's phone for a second if you're not an Apple user lol). Know that I really appreciate you! 

Hey Sis! Loneliness has become an epidemic in our society. It's even worse when you are going through a life changing event like a breakup or divorce. This season may feel isolating, but you can overcome the feelings of loneliness. Get a pen and paper and press play!   ***Our first Sisterhood Connect event is happening March 11th at 6 PM CST. The theme is “Stronger Together.” Join me for a little sister time, encouragement, and more. This event is 100% FREE. All you have to do is register to save your seat.  Register here https://kandiceabateast.myflodesk.com/connect    Resources and Services Grieving The Living Ecourse  My YouVersion Bible Plans  Goodbye Heartbreak Hello Purpose, 365-Day Devotional (Use coupon code PODCAST10 at checkout for a 10% discount) 60-minute Heartbreak Coaching Session  My TeePublic Merch (Tee shirts, mugs, toes, pillow, and so much more) Get a FREE Hello Fresh box on me Free prayer:  A Prayer To Move On After A Broken Heart Facebook group:  The Healing Heartbreak Community Instagram: @goodbyeheartbreakhellopurpose Let me know what topics you want me to discuss or questions you want me to answer on the podcast. Send me a message here!   ***Check out these episodes that are related to this one   Ep. 183 5 Steps To Rebuild Your Daily Routines After a Breakup Ep. 194 How Gratitude Helps You Heal After a Breakup Ep. 207 Alone or Lonely This Valentine's Day? Understanding The Difference   Sis, are you enjoying the content from the show and want to support? Here's 2 easy things you can do: 1. Make sure you are subscribed to the podcast wherever you listen and 2. Leave a 5-star written review on Apple Podcast (grab your friend's phone for a second if you're not an Apple user lol). Know that I really appreciate you!

Hey Sis! Healing alone is tough. Find a community of sisters to make your healing journey more fruitful. Let's talk about the power of healing together.   ***Our first Sisterhood Connect event is happening March 11th at 6 PM CST. The theme is “Stronger Together.” Join me for a little sister time, encouragement, and more. This event is 100% FREE. All you have to do is register to save your seat.  Register here https://kandiceabateast.myflodesk.com/connect    Resources and Services Grieving The Living Ecourse  My YouVersion Bible Plans  Goodbye Heartbreak Hello Purpose, 365-Day Devotional (Use coupon code PODCAST10 at checkout for a 10% discount) 60-minute Heartbreak Coaching Session  My TeePublic Merch (Tee shirts, mugs, toes, pillow, and so much more) Get a FREE Hello Fresh box on me Free prayer:  A Prayer To Move On After A Broken Heart Facebook group:  The Healing Heartbreak Community Instagram: @goodbyeheartbreakhellopurpose Let me know what topics you want me to discuss or questions you want me to answer on the podcast. Send me a message here!   ***Check out these episodes that are related to this one   Ep. 044 Letting Go of Guilt and Shame and Seeking God Instead with Jessica Hottle of From Head to Heart Ep. 083 5 Tips To Make Friends As An Adult, Especially After a Breakup  Ep. 098 5 Tips To Overcome Jealousy As a Single Woman   Sis, are you enjoying the content from the show and want to support? Here's 2 easy things you can do: 1. Make sure you are subscribed to the podcast wherever you listen and 2. Leave a 5-star written review on Apple Podcast (grab your friend's phone for a second if you're not an Apple user lol). Know that I really appreciate you!