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A Part for Everyone Rob Sellitto Today we are talking about how we each have a part to play in the church. No matter how young or old we are, we are all part of the church and Jesus has a purpose for us. Study Questions

In Part 1 we looked at a study that questions common assumptions about weight and health. Today the lead author, Natasha Wiebe will share her reflections on her attendance and presentation of the paper at the Ob*sity Summit in Montreal, Quebec. Get full access to Weight and Healthcare at weightandhealthcare.substack.com/subscribe

I've previously written about research from Natasha Wiebe et al. that questions assumptions around weight and health. Today I'm back to discuss a new study “Associations of ob*sity, systemic inflammation, and hyperinsulinemia with the incidence of non-communicable chronic disease and mortality: A prospective cohort study” by Natasha Wiebe MMath, Stephanie Thompson MD, Peter Stenvinkel MD, Aminu Bello MD, Matthew T. James MD, and Marcello Tonelli MD.In part 1 we'll discuss the study. In part 2 I'll publish a piece written by Natasha about her experience attending a weight loss industry event to present her findings. Get full access to Weight and Healthcare at weightandhealthcare.substack.com/subscribe

In part 1 we began discussing the study “Potential mechanisms for change in diabetes prevention programs: A systematic review” including the authors and the premise. Today we'll look at the methodology and the findings. Get full access to Weight and Healthcare at weightandhealthcare.substack.com/subscribe

This is the Weight and Healthcare newsletter! If you like what you are reading, please consider subscribing and/or sharing!Diabetes Prevention Programs are a group of programs that are created to prevent the onset of Type 2 Diabetes, often in people who have been identified as at-risk. Most include behavior changes, social support, and include weight loss as a metric and/or the primary outcome. The assumption is typically that any health changes and/or reductions in the development of T2D are because of any weight loss. In discussing these programs previously I've expressed the concern that any differences in health/T2D development were more likely due to behavior changes/support than any weight loss and that, because of their insistence on a weight-loss focus, the programs likely included much more restriction than is necessary to create any health changes, which could create harms including weight cycling (which can actually drive T2D,) weight stigma (which can actually drive T2D,) and disengagement from behaviors that might actually support health and make T2D less likely (with the clear and critical understanding that whether or not someone develops T2D involves myriad factors, many of which are completely outside of their control, including genetics.)Enter the new systematic review “Potential mechanisms for change in diabetes prevention programs” which sought “to investigate potential mechanisms for change in diabetes prevention programs (DPPs), and assess the strength of associations.” Their hypothesis was that “ Weight loss would be less strongly associated with improved health than other mechanisms.” SummaryA group of researchers, several of whom work in weight inclusive Type 2 Diabetes preventions and management, sought to fill a gap in research around Diabetes Prevention Programs (DPPs). These program seek to delay/prevent onset of Type 2 Diabetes and typically include multiple interventions but often target an end goal of weight loss. There is a significant lack of research that even attempts to determine which aspects of DPPs might actually be responsible for any benefits and which might be unhelpful or cause harm. These researchers undertook a systematic review to attempt to determine just that. The AuthorsWe'll begin, as we always do, with the authors. Spoiler alert, this is going to be much shorter than these typically are. The study received no funding and the authors disclosed no conflicts of interest. I'll do my usual deeper dive into their work and, as a reminder, working in the space in which you are researching is not considered a conflict of interest that requires disclosure but is something that always makes me give extra scrutiny to methodology. As usual, if you want to skip this part you can scroll down to where it says “The Study.”Margit I. Berman is an Associate Professor at the Graduate School of Professional Psychology at the University of St. Thomas. Dr. Berman is the author of a “A Clinician's Guide to Acceptance-Based Approaches for Weight Concerns: The Accept Yourself! Framework” This is not a DPP program but does have a section on Health at Every Size™ approaches to Diabetes and Cardiovascular Health. [Note: that Health at Every Size is the trademarked brand of the Association for Size Diversity and Health) Martha Burla - per LinkedIn currently works at the Feinberg School of Medicine in the Department of Medical Social Sciences where she supports research on patient reported outcomes and shared decision making. She is also pursuing a PhD in Health Sciences from Rush University with the hope of continuing to research patient decision making and autonomy.Hannah Martin - per her Linkedin she is a PhD candidate at the University of Otago, Dunedin New Zealand. Her research focuses on Intuitive EatingMegrette Fletcher - is the owner of Inclusive Diabetes Care, LLC which offers free and paid resources for weight-inclusive diabetes care. Full disclosure, Megrette and I have worked together including speaking on the same panel and on a writing project.Elizabeth A. Michaels - per LinkedIn, works at Christopher Rural Health Planning Corporation Primary Care including Coordination of Diabetes Program in accordance with AADE Standards , Individualized Nutrition Consultation and Diet Instruction, Nutrition Therapy for Emotional Eating, Personalized Meal Plans and Recipe Development, Provision and Marketing of Community Health Classes, Development of Educational Resources and Materials, Diabetes Medication and Insulin Management, Continuous Quality Improvement Tracking, Patient Goal Setting and Ongoing Support, Auditor AADE Programs, and Development and initiation of CDCs Diabetes Prevention ProgramLauren Brittany Beach- Per LinkedIn they are an Assistant Professor at Northwestern University's Department of Medicine Social Sciences and Department of Preventive Medicine in the Feinberg School of Medicine and “a leader with a strong track record of scientific research and business development across a wide variety of therapeutic areas, including infectious disease, oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, nephrology, rare disease, and more. In my roles as Assistant Professor, ADVOCATE Center Director, and Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center Executive Team member at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, I am recognized for innovative and high impact contributions in research, mentorship, education, and service. I have 20 years of experience translating results from cutting-edge science into narratives that resonate with funding agencies, regulators, clinicians, and the public. I have experience directing interdisciplinary teams in the United States and globally of up to 60 people to solve complex research and operational challenges on time and on budget. Trained in genetics, law, and epidemiology, I am a skilled data scientist and technical writer with experience in research and regulatory communication in both the discovery and clinical research domains.”Michelle L. May - per LinkedIn May is an Associate Professor in the Psychology Department at Arizona State University and the creator of the Am I Hungry? Mindful eating program offering “experiential mindful eating workshops, retreats, and corporate wellness programs. We have trained over 800 health and wellness professionals in over 40+ countries to offer mindful eating programs, coaching, and therapy in their communities, practices, and workplaces.“Pamela J. Bagley - per LinkedIn Bagley is Coordinator of Biomedical Research Support at Dartmouth Biomedical Libraries.Heather B. Blunt - is a Research and Education Librarian, Public Health Lead in Medical and Health Sciences at the Dartmouth Biomedical Libraries with subspecialties in Medical and Health SciencesThe StudyThe authors begin by explaining diabetes prevention programs (DPPs), including that they can vary but often have multiple components including medical and/or psychosocial interventions. They point to the DPP-ILI (Intensive Lifestyle Intervention) as a typical intervention that focuses on creating 7% weight loss using multiple components. They also point out that in one study the DPP-ILI reduced diabetes incidence by 58% compared to a placebo, but that participants don't necessarily find the program either “helpful or tolerable” and the programs often having drop out rates from 40-80%. They also note that the DPP-ILI contains multiple elements - change in weight, physical activity, food, social support, psychological change, education, and self-monitoring and self-awareness that may impact onset of diabetes. Finally, the authors point out that “despite their efficacy, it is possible that DPPs may include harmful elements such as exposure to weight stigma or healthism.” I'll also add, based on about 100 years of research, exposure to the harms of weight cycling since the vast majority of people who lose weight will gain it back.Here the researchers hit on an issue I would suggest is not just with DPPs but with all health interventions that are based on weight loss. As these authors put it, “it is striking how little is known about which components of these interventions cause a delay in diabetes onset, and which components may cause harm.” As is, again, the case with almost all, if not all , research that tries to claim that weight loss create health benefits, more than twenty years in, the research into the DPP-ILI “was not designed to test the relative contributions of dietary changes, increased physical activity, and weight loss to the reduction in the risk of diabetes.” Given our culture's obsession with weight loss (driven by, and with tremendous profit to, the weight loss industry,) the assumption with the DPP (and in general) is always that weight loss (and, typically, very small amounts of weight loss) causes health benefits, literally ignoring all of the behavior changes and other components that precede both the (small, typically temporary) weight loss and the health changes/benefits. The researchers note that “clinicians have focused on the importance of weight loss…recommending weight loss, however, may be a particularly likely candidate to cause harmful or null effects in DPPs.”Considering weight loss, the researchers note that long-term weight loss is “not achievable for most people” and, further, that weight loss programs can induce or exacerbate weight stigma and expose participants to discrimination. They point out that despite the “transient” nature of weight loss in DPPS, “the delayed onset of diabetes can be largely retained, suggesting that mechanisms other than weight loss may contribute to the benefits.”In part 2 we'll look at the study methodology and what they found.If you think my work is valuable, and you want to support my ability to do it, you can become a free or paid subscriber. Both support the work I do here! Liked the piece? Share the piece!More researchThe Research PostMore resourcesThe Resource Post*Note on language: I use “fat” as a neutral descriptor as used by the fat activist community, I use “ob*se” and “overw*ight” to acknowledge that these are terms that were created to medicalize and pathologize fat bodies, with roots in racism and specifically anti-Blackness. Please read Sabrina Strings' Fearing the Black Body – the Racial Origins of Fat Phobia and Da'Shaun Harrison's Belly of the Beast: The Politics of Anti-Fatness as Anti-Blackness for more on this. Get full access to Weight and Healthcare at weightandhealthcare.substack.com/subscribe

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Pastor Josh preaches from 2 Timothy 4:16-22.   2nd Timothy 4:16-22 Study Questions 1) In what ways do we see Christ standing with and strengthening us in our lives? What are some personal ways you have seen this to be true? 2) How is Jesus our advocate? In what ways does He advocate for us before the Father? What about this do you find comforting? 3) Paul speaks of being “rescued” through all his trials. How does his understanding of being rescued look different from that of the world? How should this change the way we think about the trials we go though ourselves? 4) What are some of your main takeaways from this study? In what ways has going through this letter changed or confirmed how you think about suffering and our eternal hope? 

Pastor Josh preaches from 2 Timothy 4:1-5.  2nd Timothy 4:1-5 Study Questions 1) Paul admonishes Timothy in verse 2 to preach the Word both in and out of season. What are the dangers of the Word only being preached when it is convenient or acceptable? What should we look for in a preacher or church to determine whether or not the Word is truly being preached? 2) In light of verses 3-4, how should believers discern and respond to teachings that cater to “itching ears,” such as the prosperity gospel? What role does the local church take in this response? 3) In verse 3 Paul says “For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but having itching ears they will accumulate for themselves teachers to suit their own passions…” What are the dangers of only surrounding ourselves with teachers that say what we want to hear? How do we avoid this? 4) How can we pray for the pastors of local churches that have been tasked with the responsibility of preaching the Word of God in a culture where it will bring them ridicule or suffering? What are some practical ways you can encourage your pastors and fellow members in this? 

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Pastor Josh preaches from 2 Timothy 2:14-19.2nd Timothy 2:14-19 Study Questions 1) What are some examples of “quarreling about words” as seen in verse 14? What are some ways we can keep ourselves from falling into this practice? How does the local church play into this? 2) Paul instructs Timothy to present himself as a worker that is approved by God? In what ways do we have a responsibility to present ourselves in the same way? 3) In verse 17, Paul specifically calls out Hymenaeus and Philetus for the damage they have caused the Church. How would you respond to someone that says we shouldn't call out false teachers in our day and age? 4) What is the relationship between God's sovereignty in salvation and man's responsibility to live according to God's Will? How does God “knowing who are His” give you confidence in your spiritual walk? 

Pastor Josh preaches from 2nd Timothy 1:13-18 Study Questions 1) What does it mean to “guard the good deposit” and what practical steps can you take to accomplish this in your daily walk with Christ? What role does the local church play in this? 2) In verse 15, Paul mentions that “all who are in Asia” had deserted him, including Phygelus and Hermogenes. How are we to interact with those that have seemingly walked away from the faith or find themselves in unrepentant sin? 3) Paul speaks of Onesiphorus's kindness in our text and how he was “not ashamed of my chains.” How can we emulate Onesiphorus in our love and care for one another during hardship or persecution? 4) Pastors are often tasked with the difficult job of confronting those that wish to cause division within the Body. How can you pray for your pastors in this responsibility? 

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I recently wrote about a study that questioned the assumption that higher-weight causes health issues. Today I'm writing about a study that questions the assumption that weight loss improves health issues in higher-weight people. Get full access to Weight and Healthcare at weightandhealthcare.substack.com/subscribe

Various developments on this day including Google's broader rollout of an experimental AI search feature and a study challenging the impartiality of a prominent AI benchmark called LMArena. It also covers Microsoft's introduction of compact AI models designed for efficient reasoning on limited devices, a guide on using ChatGPT and its Canvas feature to build websites, and Amazon's launch of a powerful multimodal AI model named Nova Premier. Further topics include Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's comments on global AI talent, a Texas school's application of AI in core lessons, and a lawsuit against Meta concerning AI-generated defamation, alongside Microsoft's reported plans to host xAI's Grok model on its Azure platform and a range of other AI-related business news, product releases, funding rounds, research insights, and events from the same day.

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In today's episode, I want to offer some writing prompts based on the chapters we've covered so far in our book study series of The Freedom Transmissions.Since there is a lot of information and wisdom offered within these transmissions, I thought it would be helpful to take a pause and take some time to reflect on what you've discovered, realized, or learned so far. Basically, to write about what revelations have been brought into the light for you. This is a way to help integrate and embody the wisdom offered in the book.If you haven't yet read some of those chapters yet and you're going at your own pace, amazing. Just keep reading at whatever speed feels right to you. There's no pressure and no rules.For others who are up to date, take some time to answer the writing prompts I'm about to pose. When we write, pen to paper, it helps us to process and comprehend on a new level. This is something that I've been experiencing as I've been writing these podcast episodes.Journal Prompt # 1In the chapter, I AM Yeshua, we learn that we don't have to believe in Yeshua or have faith in Him to receive His Grace. We learn that we are all inherently divine and worthy. Can you remember a time when you truly felt like you were “some of the One.” Write about that time.Journal Prompt #2Which of the seven imbalances is strongest for you right now? Identify it and write about the ways that it's showing up for you in your life. And then write about what is the underlying energy beneath this imbalance? What fear-based stories are you telling yourself that keep you in this imbalance?Journal Prompt #3We've learned about the four chambers of the Sacred Heart: simplicity, stability, surrender, and stillness. These are four key energies to Peace, and it's our gateway to divine connection. Which energy is most challenging for you to embody right now? And what could you do to help you embrace it and welcome it?Journal Prompt #4In the chapter The Thread and Stitching of the Dreaming, we learned that we're energetically connected to everything and everyone – our connections exist beyond physical reality. And we learned that prior to going somewhere, our soul and spirit have already stitched us to the place and people there. This is the idea that our souls are already connected to future experiences and people before we meet them.Looking back at a significant moment in your life, write about the invisible threads that you can now see in hindsight that were weaving your path to that experience.Journal Prompt #5We've talked about voids, both individual and collective voids, and how they are opportunities for growth, not spaces to fear. How we navigate them is a big part of our evolution.Think about a time when you faced a personal Void—a period of uncertainty, change, or transition. Looking back, what did you learn about yourself during that time? And what transformation came from that experience?Journal Prompt #6We've learned that “What you belong to also belongs to you,” and how external seeking creates endless longing.Think about what you're stitched to right now in your life – do you want to belong to these people, places, things, belief-systems, and stories? If not, where will you focus first on letting something go that no longer serves you so that you can move deeper into your authenticity?Journal Prompt #7Reflect on areas where you might be suppressing your true self—through habits, fears, or external expectations. How can you cultivate Freedom over suppression, creating space for your authentic essence to emerge?Where and how are you your own oppressor in your life?Journal Prompt #8In the book, we learn that we are “not just in life but OF life.” How can you consciously shift your focus to plant seeds that align with your higher self and the legacy you want to leave in the year, and years, ahead? What seeds do you want to plant?Journal Prompt #9And finally, what do you need to have Faith in right now?___________________SUBSCRIBE ➡️ Join me on Substack at Hold the Light with Laurie Gunning GrossmanOTHER EPISODES IN THIS SERIES

Beliefs are powerful and can influence action and results more than we give it credit for. This concept is apparent in a recent nursing home study I want to share with you and why this applies to your coaching business. I'll share the study details, questions, and implications and what you need to know going forward for your career. Topics include:    - Nursing Home Study and How It Applies to You - Previous Episode on Belief and Placebo Effect - Framing the Study - Questions and Implications - My Book Metabolism Made Simple - How This Applies to You ----------  My Live Program for Coaches: The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization  www.metabolismschool.com ----------  Subscribe to My Youtube Channel:  https://youtube.com/@sammillerscience?si=s1jcR6Im4GDHbw_1 ----------   [Free] Metabolism School 101: The Video Series http://www.metabolismschool.com/metabolism-101 ----------   Grab a Copy of My New Book - Metabolism Made Simple ----------   Stay Connected:   Instagram: @sammillerscience   Youtube: SamMillerScience   Facebook: The Nutrition Coaching Collaborative Community   TikTok: @sammillerscience       ---------- “This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast and the show notes or the reliance on the information provided is to be done at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program and users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this Podcast, are the property of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, or used by Oracle Athletic Science LLC with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, which may be requested by contacting the Oracle Athletic Science LLC by email at team@sammillerscience.com. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that Oracle Athletic Science LLC makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast."

Dr. Michael Rydelnik answers the Bible questions you have, whether about specific Scripture verses, God's working in your life, or how to apply a Bible passage. Write down your questions and join us this Saturday for Open Line.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Connect Podcast, Cole Phillips discusses the importance of standing firm in faith and overcoming obstacles with courage and resilience. He explores the story of Paul in Acts 22-23, highlighting how Paul's Roman citizenship and his trust in God's plan helped him navigate intense pressure and opposition. Phillips emphasizes the need for confidence in God, trust in His control, and courage in the face of challenges. He also shares the example of Ken Wales, a film producer who stood firm in his faith and made the right choices despite facing threats to his career. The episode concludes with a reminder that standing for Jesus has a purpose and is never wasted when we trust in Him.Keywordsfaith, standing firm, obstacles, courage, resilience, Paul, Acts 22-23, Roman citizenship, trust in God, confidence, trust in His control, Ken Wales, film producer, right choices, purposeTakeawaysConfidence in God, or 'Godfidence,' is a choice we make to trust in His strength and power, even in the face of our own weaknesses.Trusting in God's control and plan gives us the courage to stand firm in our faith and overcome obstacles.We can learn from Paul's example, who faced intense pressure and opposition but remained committed to being a witness for Jesus.Like Ken Wales, we should be willing to make the right choices and stand firm in our faith, even if it means facing threats or challenges to our careers or reputation.Standing for Jesus has a purpose and is never wasted when we trust in Him.Sound Bites"Godfidence is not trusting in my own strength, my own wisdom, my own abilities. It's trusting in God's strength.""We know that God is working behind the scenes for our good and you can trust Him for that.""What our world needs today desperately is people who are living under the control of the Lord so much that we know that what we're going through and that what is happening is something God is using."Study Questions:Here are ten Bible study questions based on the passage:1. What is the primary theme or message of the passage from Acts 22:22 to Acts 23:11?2. How does Paul demonstrate resilience and faith in the face of intense opposition and pressure?3. What significance does Paul's Roman citizenship hold in the passage, and how does he use it to his advantage?4. How does Paul navigate the conflict between the Pharisees and the Sadducees in the Sanhedrin, and what strategy does he employ?5. What does Paul's response to the high priest's order to strike him reveal about his understanding of the law and his commitment to it?6. In what ways does God's presence and guidance manifest throughout Paul's ordeal in this passage?7. What lessons can we learn from Paul's example about standing firm in our faith amidst adversity?8. How does Paul's interaction with the Roman commander and centurion illustrate the principle of trusting in God's sovereignty and provision?9. Reflecting on Paul's experience, how can we apply the concept of "Godfidence" in our own lives?10. How does Jesus' promise to Paul in Acts 23:11, "Take courage! As you have testified about me in Jerusalem, so you must also testify in Rome," provide encouragement and assurance for believers facing trials and persecution today?

We'll speak with the author of a study that's raising doubts about the high rate of maternal mortality in the U.S.

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Do we all have to worry that LDL causes heart disease, or could certain people, like low-carb "lean mass hyper responders" have less concern about LDL and heart risk? A new study from Dave Feldman and Dr. Matt Budoff suggests markedly elevated LDL in the setting of metabolic health and ketosis may not contribute to cardiac plaque and heart disease. While these data are not conclusive, they are highly suggestive and set the stage for future studies in this critically important area. Will this line of research eventually change everything we know about LDL? That's to be determined, but at least we're asking the question. Featured in this episode Dave Feldman https://cholesterolcode.com/ and https://citizensciencefoundation.org/ twitter/X @realDaveFeldman Follow our channel for more information and education from Bret Scher, MD, FACC, including interviews with leading experts in Metabolic Psychiatry. Learn more about metabolic psychiatry and find helpful resources at https://metabolicmind.org/ About us: Metabolic Mind™ is a nonprofit initiative incubated by Baszucki Group. Our mission is to provide education and resources in the emerging field of metabolic psychiatry, including ketogenic interventions for mental disorders. Our channel is for informational purposes only. We are not providing individual or group medical or healthcare advice nor establishing a provider-patient relationship. Many of the interventions we discuss can have dramatic or potentially dangerous effects if done without proper supervision. Consult your healthcare provider before changing your lifestyle or medications. #MetabolicMind #KetoForMentalHealth #MetabolicPsychiatry #MetabolicNeuroscience #KetogenicMetabolicTherapy #NutritionalKetosis#ldl #hearthealth #CalciumScore#CoronaryCTA#LeanMassHyperResponder#LMHR

TRANSCRIPTThis month, Shobita and Jack reflect on the recent COP meeting in the United Arab Emirates, recent AI news including the Biden Administration's Executive Order, the UK summit, and the fates of the two Sams: Altman and Bankman-Fried. And they chat with Sarah de Rijcke, Professor in Science, Technology, and Innovation Studies and Scientific Director at the Centre for Science and Technology Studies at Leiden University in the Netherlands.References:- D'Ignazio, C. and L. F. Klein.Data Feminism. The MIT Press, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 2020. - Andreessen, M. (2023, October 16).The Techno-Optimist Manifesto. Andreessen Horowitz. - de Rijcke, S. (2023). Does science need heroes? Leiden Madtrics blog, CWTS, Leiden University.- Pölönen, J., Rushforth, A.D., de Rijcke, S., Niemi, L., Larsen, B. & Di Donato, F. (2023). Implementing research assessment reforms: Tales from the frontline.- Rushforth, A.D. & de Rijcke, S. (2023). Practicing Responsible Research Assessment: Qualitative study of Faculty Hiring, Promotion, and Tenure Assessments in the United States. Preprint. DOI: 10.31235/osf.io/2d7ax- Scholten, W., Franssen, T.P., Drooge, L. van, de Rijcke, S. & Hessels, L.K. (2021). Funding for few, anticipation among all: Effects of excellence funding on academic research groups. Science and Public Policy, 48(2), 265-275. DOI: 10.1093/scipol/scab018 https://academic.oup.com/spp/article/48/2/265/6184850- Penders, B., de Rijcke, S. & Holbrook, J.B. (2020). Science's moral economy of repair: Replication and the circulation of reference. Accountability in Research, first published online January 27, 2020. DOI: 10.1080/08989621.2020.1720659.- Müller, R. & De Rijcke, S. (2017). Thinking with indicators. Exploring the Epistemic Impacts of Academic Performance Indicators in the Life Sciences. Research Evaluation. DOI: 10.1093/reseval/rvx023. Study Questions:1. What is techno-optimism, and how does it apply in the case of AI?2. How might we think about the strengths and weaknesses of current efforts to address AI governance by the U.S. government?3. What are some negative consequences of simplistic performance metrics for research assessment, and why do such metrics remain in use?4. How do large companies like Elsevier now extend their domain beyond publishing? How might this shape the trajectory of research assessment methods?5. What hopes exist for better performance metrics for research assessments?More at thereceivedwisdom.org

In a groundbreaking study poised to challenge the foundations of our understanding of the universe, Dr Eoin Ó Colgáin, a physicist and data scientist at Atlantic Technological University (ATU), has spearheaded an international collaboration that could usher in a paradigm shift in our comprehension of the cosmos by questioning its shape. For over a century, Einstein's general relativity has served as the cornerstone for explaining gravity across various scales, from our solar system to the vast expanse of the evolving universe. The assumption of an isotropic universe, where the underlying spacetime remains uniform in all directions, has been a fundamental aspect of this paradigm. The theory has often been likened to raisins in a loaf of bread, which spread evenly further out as the bread bakes in an oven. This 100-year-old assumption, supported by NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) satellites, greatly simplifies mathematical modelling and astronomical observations. According to Dr Ó Colgáin, this new research suggests the expansion of the universe is not a perfect bubble-type shape but has a less uniform look, bulging in different directions. "The isotropic Universe assumption has noticeable benefits. On one hand, it makes gravity equations easier to solve. On the other hand, astronomers can point telescopes in a single direction on the sky and assume findings are representative." However, recent studies over the past decade, pioneered and pushed by members of the international collaboration, have uncovered a critical loophole in this long-standing assumption. While the cosmic microwave background (CMB) radiation, relic radiation from the Big Bang, has been confirmed as isotropic to good approximation, matter distributions - comprising atoms, electrons, and other building blocks of the universe - display unexpected anisotropic patterns. Dr Eoin Ó Colgáin and his international colleagues have meticulously documented these surprising findings in a peer-reviewed publication in the esteemed journal Classical and Quantum Gravity. The paper builds the emerging science case supporting an anisotropic Universe. The findings have garnered significant attention, prompting the Royal Society London to schedule a debate on the topic in 2024. Dr Ó Colgáin remarked, "The philosopher of science, Thomas Kuhn, separates science into normal science, marked by incremental advancements within a paradigm and breakthroughs or paradigm shifts. Our emerging results raise the exciting prospect that a paradigm shift is on the horizon." These findings challenge established norms and invite the scientific community and the public to question the assumptions that have underpinned our understanding of the Universe for approximately 100 years.

In this episode, Shobita and Jack discuss the United Auto Worker strike, facial recognition technology in schools, and the recent biographies of Elon Musk and Sam Bankman-Fried. And, they interview Ashley Shew, author of Against Technoableism and Associate Professor of Science, Technology, and Society at Virginia Tech.Links- Ashley Shew (2023). Against Technoableism: Rethinking Who Needs Improvement. W.W. Norton.- Virdi, J. (2022). Hearing happiness: Deafness cures in history. The University of Chicago Press.- Nario-Redmond, M. R. (2020). Ableism: The causes and consequences of disability prejudice. Wiley Blackwell.- Ashley Shew (2020). Let COVID-19 expand awareness of disability tech. Nature. May 5.- Weise, J. (n.d.). The Cyborg Jillian Weise. Wheelchair Sports Camp. (2015). Wheelchair Sports Camp. - New York State Education Department (2023). "State Education Department Statement on Release of the Use of Biometric Identifying Technology in Schools Report." August 7.Study Questions and full transcript available at thereceivedwisdom.org.

Thanks to everyone who sent me this article from Medical News Today and asked me to write about it! I'll discuss the study, but I'm also going talk about the article because it's a great demonstration of how even articles that appear to question weight stigma can still be deeply rooted in weight stigma. Get full access to Weight and Healthcare at weightandhealthcare.substack.com/subscribe

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Beliefs are powerful and can influence action and results more than we give it credit for. This concept is apparent in a recent nursing home study I want to share with you and why this applies to your coaching business. I'll share the study details, questions, and implications and what you need to know going forward for your career. Topics include:    - Nursing Home Study and How It Applies to You - Previous Episode on Belief and Placebo Effect - Framing the Study - Questions and Implications - My Book Metabolism Made Simple - How This Applies to You - Please Share, Rate, and Review ----------  No-Cost Coaching Resources and Gifts for Our Listeners The Check-In Checklist: https://www.academy.sammillerscience.com/checklist   [Free] 2 Hour Metabolism School Video Preview  https://clients.sammillerscience.com/metabolismpreview ----------  Grab a Copy of My New Book - Metabolism Made Simple ----------  My Live Program for Coaches: The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization  www.metabolismschool.com ----------  Stay Connected Blogs and Coaching Resources: www.Sammillerscience.com  Instagram: @sammillerscience Facebook: The Nutrition Coaching Collaborative Community  https://www.facebook.com/groups/nutritioncoachingcollaborative TikTok: @sammillerscience - https://vm.tiktok.com/ZTdPVQtMH/ ---------- “This Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast and the show notes or the reliance on the information provided is to be done at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program and users should not disregard, or delay in obtaining, medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that the entire contents and design of this Podcast, are the property of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, or used by Oracle Athletic Science LLC with permission, and are protected under U.S. and international copyright and trademark laws. Except as otherwise provided herein, users of this Podcast may save and use information contained in the Podcast only for personal or other non-commercial, educational purposes. No other use, including, without limitation, reproduction, retransmission or editing, of this Podcast may be made without the prior written permission of Oracle Athletic Science LLC, which may be requested by contacting the Oracle Athletic Science LLC by email at team@sammillerscience.com. By accessing this Podcast, the listener acknowledges that Oracle Athletic Science LLC makes no warranty, guarantee, or representation as to the accuracy or sufficiency of the information featured in this Podcast."

Dr. Brent Thomason and I discuss 6 questions we can ask while we study scripture. This is not an exhaustive list, but simply a tool we can use to help us grow in understanding of Scripture and how the Truths in God's word can change our lives. Dr. T's List of Questions:Who are the plot participants in the text?What are the ‘hinge' words/concepts in the text?Why are they saying this rather than something else?What did it mean to them/then? How does that translate to us/now?What other texts shed light on this one?How does the meaning of this text change my life today?Dr. T's Favorite Book:This Momentary Marriage by John PiperDr. T's Contributions to Book Projects:Luther on LeadershipDietrich Bonhoeffer: Perspectives on Costly LeadershipThe Educational Ministry of a ChurchDr. Thomason's Bio Page with DBUI would love to hear how God is moving in your life and ministry! Send me an email at tolearnlovelead@gmail.com. Stay CuriousBe CompassionateLead with a Servant' s Heart

A new study looks at how a low carbohydrate diet impacts higher intensity endurance training. Let's take a look!   LMNT: drinkLMNT.com/HPO Support HPO: zachbitter.com/hpo  HPO Patreon: patreon.com/HPOpodcast Zach's Coaching: zachbitter.com/coaching Full Study: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnut.2023.1084021/full   Zach: zachbitter.com IG: @zachbitter Tw: @zbitter FB: @zbitterendurance Strava: Zach Bitter

"Answers to Common Bible Study Questions" - Outreach Pastor Stuart Cary takes time this week to address frequently asked Bible study questions concerning the importance of baptism and receiving the Holy Ghost.

This month, Shobita and Jack discuss how scientists are engaging in the boiling politics of abortion in the United States, the implications of large language models (a new type of artificial intelligence), and Elon Musk's possible takeover of Twitter. And we have a fascinating conversation with Morgan Ames about her award-winning book The Charisma Machine, which focuses on the global One Laptop Per Child project. Ames is Professor of Practice at the School of Information and Associate Director of Research for the Center for Science, Technology, Medicine and Society at the University of California, Berkeley.- Morgan G. Ames (2019). The Charisma Machine: The Life, Death, and Legacy of One Laptop Per Child. MIT Press.- Morgan G. Ames (2021). "Laptops alone can't bridge the digital divide." MIT Technology Review. October 27.- Morgan G. Ames (2019). "Future Generations will Suffer if we Don't Solve Unequal Access to Tech." Pacific Standard. April 2.- Morgan G. Ames (2019). "The Smartest People in the Room? What Silicon Valley's Supposed Obsession with Tech-Free Private Schools Really Tells Us." LA Review of Books. October 18.- Roger A. Pielke Jr. (2007). The Honest Broker: Making Sense of Science in Policy and Politics. Cambridge University Press.- Dan Sarewitz (2013). "Science must be seen to bridge the political divide." Nature. 493: 7.- Johanna Okerlund, Evan Klasky, Aditya Middha, Sujin Kim, Hannah Rosenfeld, Molly Kleinman, Shobita Parthasarathy (2022). What's in the Chatterbox? Large Language Models, Why They Matter, and What We Should Do About Them. Technology Assessment Project, Science, Technology, and Public Policy Project, University of Michigan.- Richard Van Noorden (2022). "How language-generation AIs could transform science." Nature. April 28.Study Questions:1) What are the problems with scientists taking such a prominent role in the abortion debate, especially in the US? 2) What was the hope behind the One Laptop Per Child project, and how did it fail?3) What biases lay underneath the One Laptop Per Child project, in the idea, the design, and the implementation?4) What role does hype play in shaping our understanding of emerging technologies? What are its positive and negative dimensions?5) Could a One Laptop Per Child-type project ever be successful? How?Transcript available at thereceivedwisdom.org.

In this episode, Chris Rivers, Brad Walbridge, and Doug Peterson tackle the question, “how should men think when it comes to leading their families?” Using a boating analogy, they look at three points to consider when trying to bring purpose and intentionality to a man's role of leader in the home. Share, listen, and then discuss the application, key ideas, and Scripture references in a one-on-one conversation or with a group of men. Check out this episode's Study Questions by visiting: https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/podcasts/men-at-grace Doug shared the concept of a boat as a representation of a family. Just like learning to operate a boat on the sea, families must learn how to work together, figure out problems they encounter, and teach their children how to “navigate” life. While all of the boats are different, they are all on a similar journey. Doug shares three points and expounds on how each of these can help men think intentionally when leading their families. RESOURCES Authentic Manhood Study: https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/teaching/mens-roundtable/authentic-manhood Leadership Values https://resources.gracechurchsc.org/teaching/mens-roundtable/leadership-values God's Design for Sex: https://bit.ly/3BzVnUQ Grace Church Core Values: https://corevalues.gracechurchsc.org If you know a man who would benefit from hearing this episode, share it with him. Having intentional conversations around these principles is a great way to disciple and help others move towards Christ.

In Chapter 3, Paul continues to talk to the Jewish people, addressing them as those entrusted with God's word. Can we ever be perfect? Because one has the law, does that make them less sinful? Is anyone without sin? And then it really starts to get good…. What are we justified by??? …through faith! It's all about His grace, friends! Shownotes>> https://www.findingfaithabove.com/blog-main/romans-3-1-31-a-reading-and-study-questions-god-remains-faithful-all-people-are-sinners-and-christ-took-our-punishment _______________________________________________________________________________ Carrying a load of baggage? Are you almost jealous of people you see who have faith and you, well, just don't? Are you ready to Get faith, Live Faith, and one day, Give Faith? It‘s time to unload the old and start your God-purpose life! ＞＞https://www.findingfaithabove.com/work-with-me＜＜  _______________________________________________________________________________ Inspiration, Art, and Community https://www.findingfaithabove.com _______________________________________________________________________________ Join the Community! We now have a Facebook group where magical things happen- Lives, prayers, transformation! You are invited!! ＞＞＞ https://www.facebook.com/groups/findingfaithabovechristianwomen _______________________________________________________________________________ Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "I love Shelby and the Finding Faith Above podcast."

This passage is all about hypocrisy and what you really should be focusing your attention on. Even as believers, there are many areas of our lives that we will fall short of, and God does not give up on us. Why would He want us to point out the sin of everyone around us when we are too prideful to admit our own? Does our denial help anyone? Do our accusations help anyone? “Don't you see how wonderfully kind, tolerant, and patient God is with you? Does this mean nothing to you? Can't you see that his kindness is intended to turn you from your sin?” — Romans 2:4 NLT Shownotes>> https://www.findingfaithabove.com/blog-main/romans-21-29-a-reading-and-study-questions-gods-righteous-judgement-and-the-law _______________________________________________________________________________ Carrying a load of baggage? Are you almost jealous of people you see who have faith and you, well, just don't? Are you ready to Get faith, Live Faith, and one day, Give Faith? It‘s time to unload the old and start your God-purpose life! ＞＞https://www.findingfaithabove.com/work-with-me＜＜  _______________________________________________________________________________ Inspiration, Art, and Community https://www.findingfaithabove.com _______________________________________________________________________________ Join the Community! We now have a Facebook group where magical things happen- Lives, prayers, transformation! You are invited!! ＞＞＞ https://www.facebook.com/groups/findingfaithabovechristianwomen _______________________________________________________________________________ Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "I love Shelby and the Finding Faith Above podcast."

This passage is heavy, ya'll! And, boy, does it speak to today- in more ways than one. This passage may be a harder one for some to work through. You may feel like you are being called out. You may be surprised that it says what it says so plainly. You may wonder why you have never heard or read this before. Possibly, pastors don't want to be so direct in front of a whole congregation. In this passage, Paul is talking about what sin can do when we turn from Him, our minds become dark and confused. He is setting up the rest of the book of Romans to prepare you to understand salvation.   Shownotes>> https://www.findingfaithabove.com/blog-main/romans-118-32-a-reading-and-study-questions-gods-anger-at-sin _______________________________________________________________________________ Carrying a load of baggage? Are you almost jealous of people you see who have faith and you, well, just don't? Are you ready to Get faith, Live Faith, and one day, Give Faith? It‘s time to unload the old and start your God-purpose life! ＞＞https://www.findingfaithabove.com/work-with-me＜＜  _______________________________________________________________________________ Inspiration, Art, and Community https://www.findingfaithabove.com _______________________________________________________________________________ Join the Community! We now have a Facebook group where magical things happen- Lives, prayers, transformation! You are invited!! ＞＞＞ https://www.facebook.com/groups/findingfaithabovechristianwomen _______________________________________________________________________________ Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts "I love Shelby and the Finding Faith Above podcast."

It's all coming together! The day has finally come. Molly has made an ACCURATE PREDICTION! In today's episode, we discuss the Palmers' relationship, we meet Anne and Lucy Steele, and find out--record scratch--EDWARD HAS A SIDE CHICK???? Highlights include regency throuples, Insincerity and Ignorance: the Lost Austen Novel, Elinor being the most relatable character ever, and the origin of the hair.Study Questions: topics discussed include the Palmers, the Steeles vs. the Dashwoods, the Economics of Dating in Jane Austen TM, the Plot Twiste and Edward's character, hairFunniest Quote: “John is in such spirits today!” said she, on his taking Miss Steeles's pocket handkerchief, and throwing it out of window— “He is full of monkey tricks.”And soon afterwards, on the second boy's violently pinching one of the same lady's fingers, she fondly observed, “How playful William is!”Who wins the chapters? Mrs. Palmer / ElinorGlossary of Terms and Phrases:beaux (n): boyfriends, hot guysrectitude (n): morally correct behavior or thinking; righteousness.assiduities (n): constant or close attention to what one is doing.Glossary of People, Places, and Things: Avatar: The Last Airbender, A Wrinkle in Time, The Lego Movie, Love ActuallyNext episode: Bridget Jones's Diary (available on Hulu and Prime)Our show art was created by Torrence Browne, and our audio is produced by Graham Cook. For bios, transcripts, check out our website at podandprejudice.com. Pod and Prejudice is transcribed by speechdocs.com. To support the show, check out our Patreon!Instagram: @podandprejudiceTwitter: @podandprejudiceFacebook: Pod and PrejudiceYoutube: Pod and PrejudiceMerch store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/pod-and-prejudice?ref_id=23216