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Episode 396.  James B and Eddie discuss two major storylines, Return of the Green Goblin and the Maximum Security Crossover.  Highlights include Jill Stacy explaining to Spider-Man who Gwen Stacy was, and Aliens using Earth as a prison camp. Sponsored by: Green Goblin Costume Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Donald Mekken.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

We have reached the end of our Exodus series! Chapter 40 concludes with the glory of the Lord filling the tabernacle, marking the completion of the structure, but not the end of the journey. The Israelites are not yet in the Promised Land. So why is this 40-chapter story so central to the biblical narrative? Because Exodus is not just background history—it is a legally binding testimony that points directly to the coming of a greater Messiah.Key Points1. A Testimony to the FutureHebrews 3:5 states that Moses was faithful as a servant, bearing witness to what would be spoken by God in the future. The Greek word used here for servant (therapon) implies an intimate, trusted servant whose testimony carries legal weight. Moses is a credible witness establishing the criteria for the Messiah. Anyone claiming to be the Messiah must be greater than Moses.2. Jesus is the Greater IntercessorMoses: Interceded for the Israelites on a hill to win a physical battle against the Amalekites. His hands were held up by his friends (Exodus 17).Jesus: Interceded on the hill of Calvary to win the eternal war against sin and death. His hands were held up by nails—and by the joy set before Him.3. Jesus is the Greater Deliverer & SacrificeMoses: Delivered the Israelites physically from Egypt, but he could not lead them all the way into the Promised Land. The Old Covenant required sacrifices to be made over and over again, like weed killer that only offers temporary relief.Jesus: Shared in our humanity to break the power of death and deliver us spiritually (Hebrews 2:14). As our High Priest, He offered one sacrifice for sins for all time, and then He sat down—because the work was finished (Hebrews 10:11-12). Note: Joshua (Yeshua), whose name points to Jesus, was the one who ultimately led the people into the Promised Land.4. Jesus is the Greater TabernacleMoses: Built the physical tabernacle where God's presence dwelled, but the people were kept out by a thick curtain and the barrier of sin.Jesus: The Word became flesh and "tabernacled" among us (John 1:14). When Jesus died on the cross, the physical curtain in the temple was torn in two. Now, through the blood of Jesus, we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place. Better yet, through the Holy Spirit, believers have become living tabernacles.5. The Warning: Guard Against a Hard HeartThe Israelites saw the Red Sea part and manna fall from the sky, yet their hearts grew hard and they built a golden calf. Signs and wonders cannot replace an intimate relationship with God. Hebrews warns us not to harden our hearts as they did, but to encourage one another daily. We guard against a hard heart through personal devotion and active participation in a faith community.ConclusionWhen Moses asked God, "Show me your glory," God tucked him in a rock and only allowed him to see His back. Moses did not get exactly what he asked for in that moment, nor did he get to enter the Promised Land in his lifetime. However, God does not forget our prayers. Centuries later, on the Mount of Transfiguration (Matthew 17), Moses finally stands in the Promised Land, face-to-face with Jesus, whose face shone like the sun. Moses finally saw the full glory of God. God is worth the wait.Calls to ActionExamine Your Heart: Are there areas where your heart has grown hard or calloused toward God?Speak it Out: If you are struggling with unbelief or a hard heart, confess it to someone in your faith community this week to break its power.Trust the Delay: If you have been waiting a long time for a prayer to be answered, look to Moses. Trust that God's timing is perfect and His glory is worth the wait. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

Jim Love hosts Hashtag Trending for Friday, June 12, 2026, with a special look at a week of technology stories that range from bizarre to genuinely concerning. It starts with a personal experience involving a Bose warranty that appeared to vanish after being successfully registered, raising questions about what happens when automated systems become the final authority and no one seems empowered to challenge them. That leads into a discussion of a recent German court ruling holding Google responsible for inaccurate AI-generated summaries and the growing push in Europe toward liability for software mistakes. Other stories include reports that Meta is housing AI infrastructure in giant tent-like structures to get computing capacity online faster, a North Carolina software engineer who reportedly received a religious exemption from using AI at work, the NSA's reported use of Anthropic's Mythos cybersecurity AI despite tensions elsewhere in Washington, the UK's decision to help workers worried about AI-driven job losses with yet another AI tool, and a courtroom drama where lawyers on both sides submitted AI-generated legal citations so flawed that a judge cancelled the trial. Chapters 00:00 Weekly Weirdness Intro 00:32 Bose Warranty Vanishes 06:00 Google AI Liability Ruling 08:20 Meta AI Tent Cities 10:32 Religious Exemption From AI 12:43 Anthropic And The NSA 15:02 UK Jobseekers Get More AI 16:08 Lawyers Caught By Hallucinations 18:21 Wrap Up And Weekend Plug

Elsie and Rob break down the recent 28% rise in podcast ad dollars and explain why tracking your income per download is a much better measure of success than looking at total industry averages. They also answer a listener question about whether you need to be a guest on other shows before starting your own and the value of finding a podcasting community.The conversation shifts to search and discovery. They look at how Google's AI search mode is changing the way audiences find content and why third-party conversations about your show matter. They also cover Jay Shetty's exclusive video deal with Spotify and Netflix, noting that his audio will remain on the open RSS feed.Finally, the hosts talk about artificial intelligence in podcasting. They explore YouTube's new AI disclosure labels, the arrival of fully AI-generated podcast tools, and audio cleanup software. Rob also announces that Katee Sackhoff's Battlestar React-ica is joining the Captivate DAX US team.Links to interesting things from this episode:

Welcome to Episode 4 of the SciTech Critical Evaluation of Literature and AI Series: “Smarter Summaries, Better Decisions: AI Across Medical Affairs"Medical Affairs teams handle a flood of scientific data, so how can AI help turn complexity into clarity? Join experts from the MAPS Scientific & Technical Knowledge Domain to discover how AI tools evaluate evidence for diverse functions, from field teams to HEOR and publications.In this session, you'll learn practical strategies for creating concise, decision-ready summaries and explore why context and clinical relevance must guide every AI-driven workflow. If you want to leverage AI to evaluate evidence, podcast is for you!Learning Objectives:Describe how AI tools adapt evidence evaluation for different Medical Affairs functionsExplore how field medical, medical communications, publications, medical information, and HEOR teams can prompt the same data set differently to generate outputs tailored to their specific needs.Demonstrate strategies to create concise, decision-ready summaries using AILearn practical prompting and structuring techniques that convert complex scientific literature into clear, stakeholder-specific deliverables that support better strategic and scientific decisions.Explain why context and applicability are essential in AI-enabled evidence workflowsUnderstand how role-specific context, intended use, and decision impact must guide both the prompting and interpretation of AI-generated outputs.Hear more from the Scientific & Technical Knowledge Domain through their position paper: "Safeguarding Scientific Rigor in the Critical Evaluation of Literature"

Episode 395. James B and Eddie discuss Spider-man's interaction with aliens and Sandman watching soap operas.  Plus three a three-book blast from the past with Gwen Stacy and Miles Warren and Master Planner.  Listen to an episode with no Buffy references, no clone references and no attempts to find MJ by Peter. Sponsored by Master Planner. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Typeface's boss.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit  

The word "radiant" reflects a profound biblical truth: those who look to the Lord reflect His glory (Psalm 34:5). Becoming radiant is not achieved by human effort, but by encountering the presence of God. This sermon outlines the spiritual progression of beholding God's glory, removing the things that substitute His presence, and reflecting His brilliance to the world.Key Points1. Remove God SubstitutesIn Exodus 32, the Israelites created a golden calf out of impatience. The human heart is an "idol factory" that frequently elevates comfort, control, power, or approval to the place of God. Becoming radiant begins with recognizing and renouncing these functional idols.2. Crave the Presence of GodIn Exodus 33, God offers Israel the Promised Land but states He will not go with them. The people mourn this prospect. True freedom from idolatry is evident when God ceases to be a means to an end and becomes the ultimate end. A promised land is worthless without the presence of the King.3. Experience God's CharacterExodus 34:6-7 functions as the "John 3:16 of the Old Testament." God reveals Himself as compassionate, gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love. These divine attributes are not merely intellectual facts; they are realities meant to be intimately experienced.4. Respond in WorshipUpon seeing God's glory, Moses immediately bowed down. Worship is the natural, inevitable response to a revelation of God's worth. If worship feels difficult, the solution is not to try harder, but to pray, "Show me your glory."5. Be Ruined for the OrdinaryAn authentic encounter with God disrupts the mundane. It fundamentally changes how people work, celebrate, and live. True encounters do not allow for compartmentalized lives; they shift everyday realities and demand total transformation.ConclusionMoses served as an incredible mediator for the Old Covenant, but he ultimately points to Jesus. Jesus is the exact representation of God's being and the true radiance of God's glory. Through Christ, the veil is removed. By beholding Him, believers are progressively transformed into His glorious image.Calls to ActionIdentify and renounce the functional idols (comfort, control, power, approval) currently operating in your life.Shift your prayers from asking for favorable outcomes to asking God, "Show me your glory."Allow your encounters with God's presence to actively reshape your daily routines. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

Episode 394.  James B and Eddie discuss Marvel Team Up books featuring Hercules and the first meeting of Spider-Man and Blade in this Saturday Express Episode. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Namor.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Episode 393.  James B and Eddie discuss a special box Peter is afraid to open. Spider-man gets smacked by an old lady. James B and Eddie argue about an old person.  Also Howard Mackie's state of mind is discussed and Peter makes mime jokes in an episode featuring every Spider-Slayer. (07:04) Dated Reference Segment (14:55) Sponsored by: Comedy Box Comedy Club Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and that old lady who smacked Spider-Man.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/. Dated reference music by David Gwyn Jones. Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Moses pitched a tent outside the camp called the "Tent of Meeting." There, God would speak to Moses "face to face, as one speaks to a friend." Across scripture—from Adam and Abraham to Jesus' disciples—God desires friendship with His creation. Yet, in our modern culture, we are experiencing a "friendship recession." We must reclaim the depth of friendship, both with one another and with God, moving past the surface-level encounters we have settled for.Key Points1. God Desires True FriendshipGod doesn't speak to Moses as a subordinate, but as a friend. When Jesus arrived, He wasn't known as a political leader or an entrepreneur, but as a "friend of sinners." He told His disciples, "I no longer call you servants... I have called you friends." Discipleship is friendship. Yet, we often reduce this profound invitation to a scheduled 15-minute "quiet time." God is everywhere; He desires a relationship that permeates our daily lives, not just an appointment on a calendar.2. The Friendship RecessionWe spend more time alone than any previous generation. Friendship has been reduced to a social luxury rather than a daily necessity. If we lack the capacity for deep, vulnerable relationships with the people around us, it will inevitably damage our capacity for a deep relationship with God.Stop finding time; make time. You make time for what you value.Stop finding friends; be a friend. If you go out to be a friend—focused on being interested rather than interesting—you will never lack friendship.3. Grateful, But Not Satisfied (Show Me Your Glory)Moses had seen more of God's glory than anyone—the burning bush, the plagues, the parting of the sea. Yet, in Exodus 33, he asks, "Now show me your glory." He was grateful for past encounters, but he was not satisfied.Many Christians are living off a spiritual high from ten years ago. We have become "domesticated tigers," settling for small, scheduled moments instead of hungering for the wild, full presence of God.A true revival happens when God's people band together and declare, "Show us your glory! We will not be satisfied with what the previous generation experienced. Do it again."4. The Ultimate Glory is JesusHow does God answer Moses' request to see His glory? In Matthew 17, at the Transfiguration, Moses finally stands in the Promised Land alongside Jesus. The glory Moses asked to see in Exodus was ultimately revealed in the person of Christ. If we want to show a hungry generation the glory of God, we must stop pointing to ourselves, our cool aesthetics, or our trendy evangelism strategies. Like John the Baptist, we must simply and constantly point to Jesus in every season of our lives.ConclusionGod has invited us into a profound friendship. As we reflect on what God has done in our lives and in our church, let us be deeply grateful, but never satisfied. Let us reject shallow routines and isolation, choosing instead to pursue God with a "greed for His presence," constantly pointing the world to Jesus.Calls to ActionEvaluate Your Friendship with God: Are you treating God like a scheduled appointment or a true friend? Move beyond the 15-minute quiet time and invite Him into your entire day.Be a Friend: This week, actively make time to deepen a relationship. Ask questions, be vulnerable, and focus on being interested in someone else's story.Point to Jesus: In your victories and your defeats, make it your primary goal to point others to the glory of Christ rather than yourself. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

Episode 392.  James B and Eddie cover two annuals in 2000 featuring kidnapping, murder, heartbreak, betrayals holograms and women who kiss Spider-Man who aren't Mary Jane! Join us for a special Saturday Express episode of LRSM. Sponsored by: Bounty's Fake Your Own Death.com Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Jack and Diane's son Peter.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

This session challenges listeners to examine their faith, their commitment to obedience, and their willingness to let God dictate their paths. By examining the legacy of the Thessalonians and the faith of Abraham, we learn what it means to live out faith rather than just profess it.Scripture ReferencesHebrews 6Hebrews 11Hebrews 12Genesis 12Romans 4:20Key PointsThe Calling to Imitate: The early church in Thessalonica was praised for its quick faith and commitment to following the example of the apostles. True faith often begins with imitating the right examples.Faith is Active: The speaker emphasizes that true faith is not passive or merely internal; it is defined by action, risk, and pioneering. It requires an entrepreneurial spirit willing to take a leap and follow God's direction.The Cost of Faith: While God's plan is good, following it often means giving up comfort and facing significant obstacles. The call to obedience is an invitation to lay down our lives, our plans, and our preferences.The Journey of Abraham: Abraham is held up as a prime example of faith because he "believed God's promise." He left everything behind to follow God, though he still experienced moments of doubt and delay.God's Relentless Presence: Even when we are resistant or struggling with unbelief, God is with us and actively leading us. He does not abandon us in our doubts but patiently guides us toward his purposes.ConclusionA robust Christian faith is marked by action, imitation of godly examples, and a radical submission to God's leadership. We are called to leave behind our desire to uniquely innovate and instead confidently step into the paths of obedience marked out for us. As we do this, we reflect the glory of God to the world.Calls to ActionAssess whether your faith is currently active or passive.Identify the examples of faith around you that you are imitating.Examine areas of your life where you might be holding back from fully committing to what God has called you to do. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

This message tackles the modern difficulty of trusting and following established paths of faith. Through an exploration of the early church and the life of Abraham, we discover that true maturity often requires setting aside our need to uniquely innovate and instead committing to faithful imitation of proven models.Scripture ReferencesHebrews 5:11-14Hebrews 6:9-20Romans 4:20Genesis 11:31Acts 7:2-4Key PointsThe Calling of the Church: The church is called to imitate the examples of maturity and faithfulness that came before it, not to constantly reinvent the wheel.The Struggle to Follow: The author of Hebrews expresses frustration with the early church because they have become "spiritually dull and indifferent." They are still relying on basic teachings when they should be mature enough to teach others.The "But We Need Our Spin On It" Mindset: A major obstacle to maturity is the modern tendency to accept a proven truth or model but insist on customizing it or adding a personal "spin." This often weakens the effectiveness of the original truth.The Example of Abraham: Abraham is considered the father of faith, not because he was perfect, but because his faith grew stronger over time. Romans 4:20 says, "Abraham never wavered in believing God's promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God."The Delay in Haran: The story of Abraham's journey to Canaan reveals a crucial point about obedience. He received the call to go to Canaan, but stopped in Haran and stayed there until his father died. His father, Terah, became a form of baggage that delayed his obedience. God often waits for us to leave our baggage behind before moving us forward.ConclusionTrue spiritual maturity involves a willingness to follow without needing to be the innovator. It requires leaving behind the "baggage" of our own preferences and cultural conditioning. Like Abraham, our faith is proven not in instant perfection, but in a lifelong journey of growing trust and increasingly radical obedience to God's calling.Calls to ActionExamine your life for areas where you are insisting on your own "spin" rather than simply obeying God's word.Identify the "baggage" or comfortable stopping points (like Haran) that might be delaying your obedience to God's calling.Commit to imitating the faithful examples of mature believers in your community. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

This sermon addresses the modern difficulty of simply trusting and following established paths of faith. Through an exploration of the early church and the life of Abraham, we discover that true maturity often requires setting aside our need to uniquely innovate and instead committing to faithful imitation of proven models.Scripture ReferencesHebrews 5:11-14Hebrews 6:9-20Romans 4:20Genesis 11:31Acts 7:2-4Key PointsThe Calling of the Church: The church is called to imitate the examples of maturity and faithfulness that came before it, not to constantly reinvent the wheel.The Struggle to Follow: The author of Hebrews expresses frustration with the early church because they have become "spiritually dull and indifferent." They are still relying on basic teachings when they should be mature enough to teach others.The "But We Need Our Spin On It" Mindset: A major obstacle to maturity is the modern tendency to accept a proven truth or model but insist on customizing it or adding a personal "spin." This often weakens the effectiveness of the original truth.The Example of Abraham: Abraham is considered the father of faith, not because he was perfect, but because his faith grew stronger over time. Romans 4:20 says, "Abraham never wavered in believing God's promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God."The Delay in Haran: The story of Abraham's journey to Canaan reveals a crucial point about obedience. He received the call to go to Canaan, but stopped in Haran and stayed there until his father died. His father, Terah, became a form of baggage that delayed his obedience. God often waits for us to leave our baggage behind before moving us forward.ConclusionTrue spiritual maturity involves a willingness to follow without needing to be the innovator. It requires leaving behind the "baggage" of our own preferences and cultural conditioning. Like Abraham, our faith is proven not in instant perfection, but in a lifelong journey of growing trust and increasingly radical obedience to God's calling.Calls to ActionExamine your life for areas where you are insisting on your own "spin" rather than simply obeying God's word.Identify the "baggage" or comfortable stopping points (like Haran) that might be delaying your obedience to God's calling.Commit to imitating the faithful examples of mature believers in your community. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

This sermon from the Celebration CA camp series confronts the idol of expressive individualism in modern Western culture. It explores the tension between the modern desire to constantly innovate and the biblical call to submit, imitate, and reproduce proven models of faith.Scripture References1 Thessalonians 11 Thessalonians 2Key PointsThe Danger of the "Spin": There is a strong cultural tendency, particularly on the West Coast, to take a functional model and immediately add a personal spin to it. This relentless desire to be unique can often hinder a church's effectiveness.The Fruit of Submission: True growth often comes from radical submission to authority. A group of men experienced decades of trauma healed in just four days by submitting entirely to scripture and trusted leaders.Imitation over Innovation: A pastor from the Midwest successfully implemented a leadership track by simply copying a functioning model exactly as it was, demonstrating that straightforward imitation often yields better results than forced creativity.The Thessalonian Model: The early church in Thessalonica became an exemplary model to all of Macedonia and Achaia. They achieved this not by innovating, but by strictly imitating the apostles and the Lord despite facing severe affliction.The Idolatry of Independence: The ultimate, unquestioned value in Western civilization is often personal freedom and total independence, which can severely hinder the advancement of the Kingdom of God.ConclusionThe church is called to be a unified body of imitators. By laying down the prideful need to uniquely innovate every aspect of faith, believers can experience the profound power that comes from submitting to God's word and replicating faithful, proven models.Calls to ActionReflect on areas where expressive individualism and the need for independence have hindered spiritual growth or leadership.Identify faithful, working models of leadership in your church community and commit to imitating them without unnecessary alterations.Share this sermon with other leaders seeking to build healthy, unified church cultures. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

What's up everyone, today we have the pleasure of sitting down with Jason Dobbs, Head of Marketing and GTM Engineering at Kumo AI.(00:00) - Intro (01:24) - In This Episode (01:57) - Sponsor: MoEngage (02:54) - Sponsor: Knak (04:35) - How Undefined Data Definitions Make AI Confidently Wrong (08:18) - Why Context Engineering Replaces Prompt Engineering as the AI Bottleneck (12:59) - The Five Non-Negotiables for AI Readiness in Marketing Ops (15:42) - Why Marketing Ops Is the Context Architect in an AI-First GTM Stack (24:50) - Which Data Problems Block AI Deployment and Which You Can Ignore (28:29) - Sponsor: GrowthLoop (29:32) - Sponsor: AttributionApp (34:24) - What Goes Wrong When Agentic AI Optimizes Directly on Warehouse Correlations (42:02) - When to Ship AI Before Your Data Is Ready and When to Fix the Foundation First (48:23) - What GTM Engineering Actually Means When AI Automates the Middle (50:55) - How Jason Dobbs Decides What Deserves His Energy (53:08) - What Jason Is Reading: Intelligence History, Mind-Opening Nonfiction, and Dune Summary: Jason Dobbs spent 7 years assembling intelligence briefings for the President, and he says most AI failures in martech are the same problem he was solving in 2003: teams acting on context they never actually agreed on. In this episode, he breaks down the 5 non-negotiables of minimum viable readiness before you deploy any AI agent, explains why the marketing ops function is becoming more critical as AI takes over execution, and argues that unbounded AI autonomy creates more risk than warehouse data ever will. He also defends GTM engineering as a real discipline rather than a rebrand, and closes with a Dune analogy that lands better than it has any right to. If you think AI readiness is primarily a data engineering problem, this episode will change how you think about your team's role in it.About Jason DobbsJason Dobbs is the Head of Marketing and GTM Engineering at Kumo AI, where he leads go-to-market for KumoRFM, the world's first relational foundation model, which generates accurate, explainable predictions directly from warehouse data. Before Kumo, he served as Global Head of Revenue Marketing at Logitech, where ABM and advanced segmentation drove 40% of B2B sales revenue and 79% YoY ARR growth. He also co-founded Trypp, an autonomous UX research agent for continuous post-ship product monitoring, and has held marketing and analytics leadership roles at Seagate, HTC Vive, Apple, and Google.Jason spent 7 years as a United States Air Force intelligence officer, including work on the President's Daily Intelligence Briefing, an experience that shapes how he thinks about assembling trustworthy context for high-stakes decisions under uncertainty.How Undefined Data Definitions Make AI Confidently WrongEvery marketing ops team has heard the warning: AI is only as good as the data you feed it. You've nodded along. You've probably said it yourself. But the warning leaves out the most important detail, which is what the failure actually looks like when the model is running.Jason Dobbs knows what it looks like. He learned it from a crash. He rides high-speed F1 electric skateboards at 50 to 60 miles an hour, and he's fallen before. He can tell you he's never fallen the same way twice. When he greenlit agentic and predictive workflows at Kumo AI before the data architecture was ready, the failure followed the same logic: unexpected, and avoidable only in hindsight.The model returned results that looked operational. Scores came back precise. Summaries sounded coherent. Recommendations felt grounded. The failure was invisible to anyone who didn't already know what correct should look like.The weakness surfaced when someone pushed. Ask the follow-up question, why did you score this account, what data drove this decision, and the logic fell apart. The definitions feeding the model had never been agreed on across the business. Sales and marketing were not working from the same idea of what a qualified lead meant. The AI had scaled an unresolved internal argument into what looked like a confident answer.Jason traces the failure to a structural problem that predates any model decision. When a system cannot explain its own outputs, and when nobody in the room has standing to say what the correct answer should look like, you have built a very polished way to be wrong. That is dangerous precisely because it passes a surface inspection. People who were not close to the data trusted the output. Nobody pushed back.What he carried out of that experience was a reframe of what marketing ops actually produces. The shared definitions, the trusted data sources, the named owners, the workflow guardrails: that is the product. Every AI initiative sitting on top of unresolved questions about what the business means by its own terms will generate outputs that look credible right up until someone has to act on one. Speed to AI deployment and quality of AI output run in opposite directions for teams that skipped the definition work. The ceiling on any AI system is the clarity of what the business agreed it was optimizing for before anyone touched a model.Key takeaway: Run this diagnostic before signing off on any AI or analytics initiative: can a human reproduce the logic behind the output and explain who owns the decision that follows? If nobody can answer that cleanly, the system is automating an unresolved argument. Start by documenting shared definitions for your 5 most-used business terms (pipeline, qualified lead, active customer, opportunity, churn) and get explicit sign-off from sales, marketing, and ops before any model sees them.Why Context Engineering Replaces Prompt Engineering as the AI Bottleneck"Context engineering" is appearing in every AI strategy conversation right now. Scott Brinker devoted a report to it. Conferences are building entire tracks around it. The framing is right, but for most teams the phrase still points at a feeling rather than a concrete set of decisions.Jason Dobbs's version is more precise. "Fix the data" is the directive most teams have been living under for years, and the structural problem with it is that it makes the work sound like a single epic project with a clear endpoint, a Holy Grail that teams have been questing toward since before the first CRM went live. The warehouse always has gaps. The CRM always has problems. The right question is narrower: what minimum context and control does this specific workflow actually need to produce a trustworthy output?That reframe narrows the scope from an organization-wide data quality initiative to a workflow-specific requirements checklist. For any given AI decision, the context bundle has 6 components: the definitions the system is operating from, the data sources it has access to, the tools it can invoke, any memory it carries between sessions, the guardrails on what it can do autonomously, and the escalation path when confidence runs low. Those requirements are specific to each workflow. They're answered by asking exactly what this workflow needs, not by cleaning the warehouse in general.The shift from prompt engineering to context engineering reflects how the bottleneck has moved as the models matured. A prompt is the last instruction a model receives. Context is everything it's working with before that: the definitions, the data access, the scope of authority, the path back to a human when a decision exceeds what the system should make on its own. Teams tuning prompts while leaving the underlying context undefined are optimizing the most visible variable in the system while the one that actually governs quality sits untouc...

Episode 391.  James B and Eddie discuss a book where Spider-Man breaks more fourth walls than Deadpool.  Venom kills one of the Sinister Six and eats another.  A new listener joins the Let's Read Spider-Man Podcast family. Sponsored by: White Dragon BBQ Chicken and Duck Sandwiches Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Baby Miles.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Episode 390.  James B and Eddie talk about MJ's death and Peter caught making out with Spider-Woman. Sponsored by: Tourism Department of Latveria Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Drooling Morris Maxwell.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

As we near the end of our journey through Exodus, we arrive at a heartbreaking chapter: the Golden Calf. In Exodus 32, we see the Israelites—freshly rescued from 400 years of slavery—abandoning their vows to God. They break the covenant mere days after making it. But before we judge them too harshly, we must recognize that we, too, are prone to wander. As John Calvin noted, the human heart is a "perpetual factory of idols." This sermon explores why we create idols, what they cost us, and how we can find freedom through the Greater Moses, Jesus Christ.Key Points1. The Context of the Crime The sin of the Golden Calf wasn't just about breaking a rule; it was spiritual adultery. The Israelites had just entered into a marriage covenant with Yahweh (Exodus 20), promising to have no other gods. Yet, while on their "honeymoon," they turn to an Egyptian idol. Taking something created and placing it in the position of the Creator always leads to destruction.2. Why Do We Make Idols?We want something NOW: Moses was delayed on the mountain, and the people grew impatient. Delay either deepens our faith or detours it. Often, when we feel God isn't moving fast enough, we turn to idols for immediate relief.We want something we can HOLD: Yahweh is invisible; the gods of Egypt were tangible. We crave physical things to put our trust in.We want a Genie, not a God: An idol like a golden calf cannot speak, correct, or demand holiness. The Israelites wanted a god they could control so they could indulge in whatever behavior they pleased without conviction.3. The Cost of Idolatry Idols demand sacrifice. They over-promise and under-deliver. While following Jesus requires sacrifice, He promises life and rest. Idols only demand more of you. Furthermore, you become like what you behold. Just as the golden calf was rigid and stiff-necked, God calls the Israelites stiff-necked. Whatever you worship will shape your character.4. The Greater Moses When God threatens to destroy the Israelites, Moses steps in as a mediator. He even asks God to blot his name out of the book to save the people. God says no to Moses, but centuries later, He says yes to Jesus. Jesus is the Greater Moses who took our sins upon Himself, granting us positional holiness before God so we can pursue progressive holiness in our lives.ConclusionEvery person is wired for worship; the question is not if you will worship, but what. Idols are sneaky, often masquerading as good things (family, politics, comfort) that we have made ultimate things. When we bring our idols into the presence of God, they will eventually shatter. God is a gracious Father who welcomes us back every time we choose to cast our idols down.Calls to ActionRecognize Your Idols: Look closely at what you crave (comfort, control, power, approval) and identify what has taken the center seat in your life.Repent and Confess: Do not justify or minimize your idolatry. Call it sin, confess it aloud, and ask Jesus to cover it.Renounce and Replace: You cannot just remove an idol; you must replace it with the true God. Bow your knee and consciously return the throne of your life to Jesus. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

Episode 389.  James B and Eddie discuss whether Peter should divorce MJ and how much the 1999 comics should cover the hearings.  Plus Eddie makes some big changes by considering two new jobs and finally bringing in a sponsor to the podcast. Sponsored by Big Bald Boss Cream Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Hulk.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Before moving into our main topic—the Tabernacle—we begin by examining the fifth commandment: "Honor your father and your mother." Often relegated to "kids church," this command was actually given to a nation of adults. In a culture that frequently despises or makes light of the elderly, God calls us to give weight to and highly value them. Furthermore, unlike other ancient documents, the Bible explicitly commands honoring both the mother and the father, demonstrating God's consistent elevation of women.Key Points1. The Purpose of the Tabernacle When we read the detailed instructions for the Tabernacle in Exodus, we shouldn't get lost in looking for obscure meanings in every measurement or crossbar. The big idea is this: The Tabernacle was God making His home among the Israelites. From God's perspective, the climax of the Exodus story wasn't the parting of the Red Sea; it was coming down from the mountain to dwell—or "go camping"—with His people. True freedom isn't just about escaping slavery; it's about being free to live in the presence of God.2. The Walking Tabernacle (Jesus) For hundreds of years, the Jews wondered where the presence of God had gone after the temple was destroyed. John 1:14 provides the answer: "The Word became flesh and made his dwelling [literally: tabernacled] among us." Jesus was the walking Tabernacle. The glory of God, once restricted to a humble tent, was now restricted to a humble human body.Example 1: The Samaritan woman at the well was closer to the glory of God in her conversation with Jesus than the High Priest was in the Most Holy Place.Example 2: When Jesus visited Mary and Martha, the "Most Holy Place" was sitting in their living room. Martha chose dishes, but Mary perceived the sacredness of the moment and chose to sit at His feet.3. We Are the Tabernacle Now Where is God today? After Jesus ascended, He sent the Holy Spirit. Now, instead of one physical Tabernacle or one human body, there are millions of "little tabernacles" running around. The glory of God dwells within believers, both individually and corporately. God still comes in ways that are outwardly humble—through the people of the Church—but hold sacred glory on the inside. You cannot experience the fullness of God's presence in isolation; you must interact with His people.4. The Ultimate Fulfillment We experience God's presence now, but not in its fullness. We look forward to the day described in Revelation 21, when God's dwelling place will permanently be among His people, wiping away every tear and making all things new.ConclusionFrom a tent in the wilderness to the person of Jesus, to the Church today, and finally to the new creation, God's ultimate desire has always been to dwell with us. Wisdom is knowing where God is and choosing to sit near His presence.Calls to ActionHonor Your Parents: Regardless of your age, find a way to honor and give weight to your mother and father, and the elderly in your life.Seek His Presence: Like Mary, choose what is better. Don't let the distractions of daily life keep you from sitting at the feet of Jesus.Embrace the Church: Reject isolation. Recognize that the presence of God is found in community with other believers, despite our outward flaws. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

16/16: Gene Marks explains how small businesses are developing custom AI applications to improve productivity. He highlights tools like Claude for automating sales quotes and executive summaries. However, researchers warn that AI's tendency toward sycophancy and charm can sometimes mislead users in professional settings.1900 PUEBLO SNAKE DANCE

Send us Fan MailRemember two years ago (almost to the day!) when this new dragon book came onto the Romantasy scene called When The Moon Hatched, we voted for it as a Besties & the Book Club read (going in completely blind), and it took us all by storm?! Well, we do! We're here today to officially deep dive When the Moon Hatched by the amazing Sarah A. Parker to finally do one of our favorite dragon books of all time justice. Hey… it might even be our most favorite dragon book to date. Just sayin'… The world building is insane, the magic system complex, the writing immaculate, and the CHARACTERS?! Don't even get us started on Raeve and Kaan… they are unmatched.However, we understand that this isn't necessarily a book that everyone can digest easily. This was a reread for both of us and as we took notes, looked over the index, and mapped this episode out for you it became increasingly clear exactly how much vital info. we missed the first time. So today is all about recapping, talking our faves and fails dragon edition, sharing lore, speculations, and Easter eggs with you in preparation of the release of book two in the Moonfall Series: The Ballad of Falling Dragons out on May 19th!If you've already read it and you need a refresher, we hope this helps! If you're new to Moonfall and you want our spoiler free reviews at the top of the episode, we've got you! And don't forget to jump into our free Fable book club chat for When the Moon Hatched (book two coming soon!) if you need to debrief and check out our initial reactions to book one at the beginning of episode 11! YES, ELEVEN. Linked below. Don't be shy, subscribe! New Podcasts every Tuesday!! (And sometimes Friday!…)Shop our Merch line | *  https://besties-and-the-books-shop.fourthwall.comCheck out these narrator interviews? ⬇️Anthony Palmini gives us the lowdown on what it's like to voice act Rhysand, Kingfisher, AND Slade Ravinger! https://youtu.be/zcCyrlZ5Jcc?si=2k7ULbRPgZl_5pUJCheck out these author interviews? ⬇️Penn Cole talks with us about Strong Female Characters, Feminist Themes, and her debut bestselling Spark of the Everflame Series! https://youtu.be/7ukNImyoObw?si=7C3Y9kOUMN4hfcKbWe interviewed Callie Hart all about her NYT Bestseller Quicksilver! Watch it here! https://youtu.be/CED5s7qDBdQ?si=8xtIRO1IzX6Rsld4____Shop Bookish Merch we are wearing:Ashley is wearing a Fly or Die Dragon T-shirt from @CaffeineandCurses | https://caffeineandcurses.comLiz is wearing “I'm a Book Dragon” Clash of Tides tee from the Author Alivia Maar @livesbookshelf (gifted in PR)Any link with an * is an affiliate link through the service Magic Links and is eligible for a commission to us with no extra cost to you. Thank you for helping support our podcast!Support the showYouTube | TikTok | Instagram | Podcast Platforms@BestiesandtheBooksPodcast Besties and the Book Club on Fable!https://fable.co/bestiesandthebookclub-474863489358Liz Instagram | TikTok@TheRealLifeVeganWife AshleyInstagram | TikTok@AshleyEllix

Episode 388  James B and Eddie go crazy for Vampires and Mobsters with the Kingpin and Morbius. Plus and a whole host of special guests appear while Jill Stacy and Peter continue their flirtmance and MJ and Peter's marriage continues to struggle. Sponsored by: Marc Spector and Associates Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Mutt.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

God has no problem talking about money because it is the primary means to reach the human heart. In Exodus, God calls for an offering to build the Tabernacle—a mobile dwelling place for His presence. This wasn't a call for funds; it was a call for a people to prioritize God at the very center of their lives. When the people responded, they gave so much that they had to be restrained. This sermon explores the spiritual reality of stewardship and the invitation to participate in God's work.Key Points1. Money as a Heart Diagnostic Jesus spoke about money and possessions in 1 in 10 verses of the Gospels because "where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." Spending habits reveal functional saviors and where trust truly lies. Giving is an act of worship that moves God from the periphery to the center of our lives.2. The Purpose of the Tabernacle The Tabernacle served as a visual aid of God's presence. Three terms define it:Tent: It was mobile, moving with the people.Dwelling: Its purpose was to house God's presence.Holy Place: It reflected the distinct, separate character of God.3. Principles of Biblical GivingGiving is First to God: We do not give to a church or a cause primarily, but to the Lord. His worthiness, not the recipient's, is the standard.Grace Fuels Generosity: The Israelites could give gold because they had "plundered" Egypt by God's grace. We are stewards, not owners, of what we have.Obedience Over Understanding: Moses didn't need to understand why God wanted "goat hair" to obey. We give what is commanded, trusting the "God math" that multiplies small offerings.Giving is a Heart Issue: Giving must be willing and "cheerful" (hilarious), not done under compulsion.4. The "Goat Hair" Principle Generosity is not an amount; it is a percentage of sacrifice. Everyone is invited into the game. Whether you have "onyx stones" or "goat hair," God doesn't need the gift—He wants the participant. Excelling in the grace of giving is for the whole body, not just a wealthy few.ConclusionWe are called to move from being "swarms of slaves" to a "congregation" that marches with God at the center. This requires sacrifice and worship. True generosity starts with recognizing that everything we have is a gift from the God who gave His all for us.Calls to ActionGet in the Game: If you aren't giving, start somewhere. Don't let the inability to give a "perfect" amount stop you from giving anything.Give First: Make giving a priority by setting it aside on the first day of the week rather than giving from the leftovers.Standard of Giving: As your income increases, ensure your percentage of giving grows alongside your standard of living. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

Episode 387.  James B and Eddie cover five Amazing Spider-Man books featuring a rewrite by Howard Mackie and a rewrite by…. Eddie? Sponsored by: Manilla Folder Announcements Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Heroic Flash.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/ Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

The Ten Commandments are often viewed as a restrictive, legalistic burden. However, Jesus presents them as a pathway to an abundant and better life. In the "Ten Words" (as they are known in Jewish tradition), we find a lifestyle defined by a relationship with the God who rescues. While modern culture prioritizes the latter six commandments concerning human interaction, the first four commandments—focused on our relationship with God—provide the essential foundation. Without putting God first, the rest of the law becomes unmanageable and nonsensical.Key Points1. Rescue Before Relationship (Exodus 20:1–2) The Law begins not with a demand, but with a statement of grace: "I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of Egypt." God establishes His role as Deliverer before He issues a single "Thou shalt not." These are family rules for those already rescued, not a test to determine who gets into the family.2. Word One: Prioritize the King (Exodus 20:3) "No other gods before me" is an umbrella statement for all other commands. It requires seeking the Kingdom of God first. When God is prioritized over family, career, and self, obedience to the subsequent commands follows naturally.3. Word Two: Proper Worship (Exodus 20:4–6) While the first command identifies who we worship, the second addresses how. We are prohibited from reducing God to an image or a "Golden Calf" that we can control. This includes making God in our own image by picking and choosing which of His ethics to follow. Note the corporate nature of sin mentioned here: what we do not overcome, we often pass on to future generations.4. Word Three: Honoring the Name (Exodus 20:7) Misusing God's name involves more than profanity; it includes hypocrisy. Claiming the name of Christ while acting contrary to His character is the most serious violation of this word. We are called to "hallow" His name in both speech and conduct.5. Word Four: The Rhythm of Rest (Exodus 20:8–11) The Sabbath is a creation principle. While not strictly repeated as a legal requirement in the New Testament (Colossians 2:16), it remains a vital rhythm. Resting is a test of trust—an opportunity to believe that God's work is more important than our own productivity.ConclusionJesus summarized these four words with the greatest commandment: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength." We do not keep these rules to earn love, but because He first loved and rescued us through the work of Christ.Calls to ActionEvaluate Priorities: Identify "good things" that have taken God's place as the primary focus of your life.Examine Your Conduct: Are you "wearing the name" of Christ in a way that reflects His character, or is there hypocrisy to address?Embrace Rest: Commit to a rhythm of rest this week as an act of trust in God's provision. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

Episode 386. James B and Eddie discuss a book full of Spider-Women.  Plus Jill Stacy gives Peter a kiss. Peter hooks up with the Black Cat and MJ complains about Peter's desire to be Spider-Man. Sponsored by White Dragon Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Jessica Drew.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Exodus 20 marks a turning point in Scripture—the introduction of the Law. For many, this is where Bible reading plans "go to die." Modern readers often view the Old Testament Law as antiquated, harsh, or even embarrassing. Yet, the Psalmist in Psalm 119 gushes over these statutes, claiming they bring freedom, light, and delight. This sermon explores the lens through which we view the Law and why it remains a vital gift from a good God.Key Points1. The Lens of FreedomOur Western culture views freedom as the absence of restraint (autonomy). However, true freedom requires boundaries. Just as soccer cannot be played without sidelines, human flourishing requires moral borders. The Law is not a prison; it is the "sidelines" that allow the game of life to be played effectively.2. Correcting Unhelpful AttitudesThe "Two Gods" Myth: There is no division between a "wrathful" Old Testament God and a "loving" New Testament God. God is the same yesterday, today, and forever.Grace Precedes Law: God did not give the Law to the Israelites so they could get saved; He gave it because they were saved. Salvation has always been by grace through faith.Rules vs. Relationship: This is a false dichotomy. In any healthy relationship (like a marriage), rules serve to protect and deepen the connection.3. The Purpose of the LawA Mirror: It reflects God's perfect righteousness and highlights our own sinfulness.A Restraint: It curbs evil and protects the righteous.A Guide: It instructs believers on what is pleasing to God.A Signpost: It points us to Jesus, the only one who fulfilled the Law perfectly.4. Relating to the Law TodayWe view the Old Testament as authoritative but through a Gospel lens. While ceremonial and civil laws (sacrifices, dietary restrictions) were fulfilled in Christ, the moral principles repeated in the New Testament remain binding for Christians today.ConclusionThe Law is a relief, not a burden. It removes the guesswork of how to please God and reveals our desperate need for a Savior. Jesus did not abolish the Law; He fulfilled it, succeeding where we failed, so that we might walk in the "new way of the Spirit."Calls to ActionRepent of Autonomy: Stop trying to define "good" and "evil" on your own terms.Meditate on the Word: Ask God to give you the Psalmist's heart—to "pant" for His commands.Trust the Substitute: Approach the communion table with gratitude, knowing Christ's perfect obedience is credited to you. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

Episode 385.  James B and Eddie read about Spider-Man travelling between worlds and saving all realities, including one where Spider-Man is a talk show host.  Spidey also fights a dead guy for two issues, catches a guy falling out a window and hangs out with Elektra in a crossover annual involving a boxer. Sponsored by: Doleman Dynamics Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Big Bear's Granddaughter.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Foundations of Amateur Radio The other day fellow amateur Randall VK6WR raised an interesting question. Using his HP 8920A RF Communications Test Set, which you might recall from our adventures in measuring radio harmonic power in 2023, that report is on my Github repository, but I digress, Randall wondered if the signal strength he was seeing on several radios were the same and discovered that in fact they were not. It made Randall ask who set the standard and following on from that, what does this look like in the real world? In 2014, episode 149 of the series "What use is an f-call?", I published an article titled "The simple S-unit". In it I referred to a standard for S-units defined in 1981. Unfortunately, I didn't provide any references, so, armed with more than a decade extra experience, Randall encouraged me to investigate. Twenty seconds into my search, I discovered IARU Region 1 Technical Recommendation R.1, which has four statements related to the topic at hand. Under the title "STANDARDISATION OF S-METER READINGS" it states that: 1. One S-unit corresponds to a signal level difference of 6 dB, 2. On the bands below 30 MHz a meter deviation of S-9 corresponds to an available power of -73 dBm from a continuous wave signal generator connected to the receiver input terminals, 3. On the bands above 144 MHz this available power shall be -93 dBm, 4. The metering system shall be based on quasi-peak detection with an attack time of 10 msec +/- 2 msec and a decay time constant of at least 500 msec. So. Job done, right? Yeah, nah, not so much. The web page I quoted from is linked from the Wikipedia S-meter entry and was archived in 2005 and at the time existed on a Swedish domain in the home directory of Kjell SM7GVF. The page has two additional interesting things, the words "Brighton 1981" and "Torremolinos 1990", both of which refer to IARU conferences. The reports for these meetings are online. In searching for any reference to the definition of the S-unit, the 1990 report shows that resolution "83-1" had the status of "Action completed", whatever that means. The 1981 conference document has all manner of interesting references, including "Log Forms and Summaries for International Contest Use", "Meteor Scatter qso procedure" and the definition of the standard way to determine Morse Code speeds using the word "PARIS" followed by a 7 bit word space, to name three. The one we're interested in is called "BM/134 - S-Meter Standards", appearing on page 33 and 34 of the 1981 report. It's a photocopy, so you can see the text from other pages superimposed. I'm making this observation because this is essentially a standards document, intended to be adhered to by industry and the amateur community. It gets better, or rather .. worse. The text that is referenced by Wikipedia uses numbers for the four elements, where BM/134 uses letters. The third item in BM/134 says that it applies for "bands above 30 MHz", but the document I just quoted appears to be unique in saying that it applies to "bands above 144 MHz". The fourth item, dealing with the way that the meter responds has been altered on BM/134. The text "+/- 2 ms and a decay time" are in a different font and at an angle. Worth noting that the change includes "ms" twice, rather than "msec" as the unit for milliseconds used elsewhere. Searching for a phrase within the standard, I discovered the Region 1 HF Manager Handbook v7.01, which appears to include the S-meter standard in chapter 11.1.2, but closer inspection reveals that the fourth item is missing, the one about quasi-peak detection. This is significant because the S-meter standard is based on a CW signal, not an SSB signal, which fluctuates. There's no reference as to where or when this was removed or by whom. These changes are repeated in subsequent versions of the HF Managers Handbook. There's other differences too, instead of using millivolt and microvolt as shown in the original BM/134 standard table, all units have been converted to millivolt for no discernible reason. The new table, including typo, is also copied everywhere. While we're at it, the original standard contains the letters "V", "E", "R", "O", "N" at the top. They don't show in the HF Managers Handbook either. This is curious, since last time I checked, those letters signify an organisation that at least some here will recognise, the "Vereniging voor Experimenteel Radio Onderzoek in Nederland", known to the the people who don't speak fluent Dutch, as the peak body for amateur radio in the Netherlands, VERON. Searching its website does not reveal their contribution to this standards document, which I have to say, is par for the course, much of our amateur radio history is poorly documented or archived, if at all, something which I've spent plenty of my time attempting to remedy over more than a decade, one article at a time. Moving on. The phrase I mentioned earlier bears reading out in its entirety. From BM/134: "We hope that the current recommendation will be followed by all equipment manufacturers, so that in a not too distant future one will know how to interpret the strength report of the other station." It goes on to say: "Societies should advise as much as possible their members about equipment manufacturers adhering to this recommendation and shall try to avoid publication of receiver designs which do not in principle use the recommended standards." Which brings me to you. What have you done lately about this? It's only been 45 years. Perhaps it's time to implement this? I can tell you that preliminary results show that the S1 level sensitivity associated with the radios that Randall showed me are reporting S1 when really they should be reporting about S4. You might wonder why this is the case? Calibration appears to be the underlying cause. While S9 itself is variable in accuracy, as-in some radios are more accurately close to -73 dBm, others are consistently 5 dB shy of that. When an S4 signal is reported as S1, then the 6 dB step size is not correctly implemented. Similarly, when an S9+20 is reported by a signal that's only 16 dB stronger than S9, there's more fudging going on. The differences between a signal with and without preamp are also worth noting as being inconsistent. In other words, the level and steps associated with S-meter units are all over the place, which is interesting, since the authors of the standard already alluded to this when 45 years ago they wrote: "Simple means for calibration of at least the 6dB level ratio should be published." While we're digging for causes. Why is there not a standards library associated with the IARU, where documents like BM/134 exist and with it their current level of application? Before you tell me, money, I'd point out that in 1981, IARU Region 1 had 263,945.88 dollars, or francs, guilders, pounds or glass beads in the bank, it's unclear which, since there's no units stated. At the 1990 conference IARU Region 2 had a reported net worth of $150,000 with $40,000 annual income and Region 3 reported that "its finances are also sound". How do I know? That's in those conference documents too. Curiously, the 1981 report states that "when presenting the 1981 and subsequent accounts the Treasurer would also prepare a brief report which would explain the reasons for items of such expenditure for which the purpose was not obvious." I wonder what happened to those explanations? So, what is the current status of BM/134 and what are the legal implications of me publishing it on my Github page? While we're at it. I realise that I can "fix" the Wikipedia page, but where do I point it at? I'm Onno VK6FLAB

Episode 384. James B and Eddie start 1999 with Peter Parker being introduced to a new Spider-Man.   Sponsored by Rattlesnake Airlines Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and the Immortal Madam Webb  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

In this sermon, we walk the seven-mile road to Emmaus alongside two disciples who are wandering away from Jerusalem—and away from their devotion. Like many of us today, they were fueled by confusion, cynicism, and the weight of unmet expectations. They were walking with the risen Christ, yet their eyes were kept from recognizing Him until He opened the Scriptures to show them a much larger story.We dive into the "Easter Eggs" hidden within the Book of Exodus—3,500-year-old shadows and symbols that point directly to the person and work of Jesus Christ. From the burning bush to the parting of the sea, we see that the story of the Resurrection didn't start at the tomb; it was written into the fabric of history long before the first century.Key HighlightsThe Divine Name: Discovering why Jesus' claim of "I AM" in the Gospels was a direct echo of the burning bush in Exodus 3.The Passover Lamb: Understanding how the "First Supper" in Egypt explains the "Last Supper" in Jerusalem.The Tree of Life: How God took a tree to turn bitter water sweet in the wilderness, prefiguring how the Cross transforms our bitterest sufferings.The Greater Joshua: Seeing Jesus as the ultimate warrior who defeats our greatest enemies: Satan, sin, and death.ConclusionThe sermon concludes with a call to stop stepping over the "Easter Eggs" in our own lives—those moments of divine intervention we often write off as coincidence. Whether you are currently drifting away from your faith or feeling "storm-tossed" by life's circumstances, this message serves as a reminder that God has a plan for your suffering and an anchor for your soul.It is time to stop walking away from devotion and start turning back toward the one who has won the victory on our behalf.Call to ActionReflect: Look back at your own story. Where has God planted "Easter Eggs" of His grace that you've ignored?Repent: To repent simply means to turn around. If you've had your back to God, turn your face toward Him today.Surrender: Step out from under the banner of your own effort and find rest under the banner of Jesus' lordship. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

What would it mean to experience philosophy not as a body of knowledge to be transmitted, but as a sensation to be felt? Craig is joined by Charles J. Stivale, author of Unfolding the Deleuze Seminars 1970-1987 and co-director of the Deleuze Seminars Archive at Purdue, and Dr. Bob Langan to reconstruct the atmosphere of Deleuze's legendary classroom: the overcrowded rooms, the student contestations, and the radical pedagogical experiment that post-68 French university life made possible. This is the closest you're going to get to sitting at Deleuze's feet on a Tuesday afternoon. Continuing discussion is available for subscribers via our Patreon account.Unfolding the Deleuze Seminars, 1970-1987: Summaries and Commentary -  https://edinburghuniversitypress.com/book-unfolding-the-deleuze-seminars-1970-1987.htmlDr. Bob Langan's links: https://www.roberthlangan.com/ig: roberthlanganJung and Spinoza: Passage Through The Blessed Self - https://www.routledge.com/Jung-and-Spinoza-Passage-Through-The-Blessed-Self/Langan/p/book/9781032851853Support the showSupport the podcast:AHRCCurrent classes at Acid Horizon Research Commons (AHRC): acidhorizonresearchcommons.comAHRC Course Archive: https://www.acidhorizonpodcast.com/ahrc-course-archivesSubmit your course proposal: acidhorizonresearchcommons@gmail.comMore LinksWebsite: https://www.acidhorizonpodcast.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/acidhorizonAcid Horizon on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/acidhorizonpodcastBoycott Watkins Media: https://xenogothic.com/2025/03/17/boycott-watkins-statement/Subscribe to us on your favorite podcast: https://pod.link/1512615438Merch: http://www.crit-drip.comSubscribe to us on your favorite podcast platform: https://pod.link/1512615438LEPHT HAND: https://www.patreon.com/LEPHTHANDHappy Hour at Hippel's (Adam's blog): https://happyhourathippels.wordpress.com​Split Infinities (Craig's Substack): https://splitinfinities.substack.com/​Music: https://sereptie.bandcamp.com/ and https://thecominginsurrection.bandcamp.com/

Episode 383.  James B and Eddie cover all eighteen books from the Webspinners Tales of Spider-Man written in 1999 and 2000 but told as if they took place in the 1960's, 1970's, 1980's or 1990's. Different writers telling a variety of 2 or 3 story arcs…and its canon!  Wait did we say eighteen books, an entire series in one podcast?  Listen to find out. Sponsored by The BKLKFL Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Batwing… er Batboy..  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

This sermon explores Moses' return to Mount Sinai in Exodus 19, a profound "full circle moment." A year after the burning bush, Moses returns leading a freed nation. The biblical narrative slows down, dedicating 57 chapters to this encampment. Through Moses' trips up the mountain, we see God's invitation to covenant, His demand for holiness, and a stark warning against treating His presence casually.Scripture ReferencesExodus 19:1-8: God calls Israel His "treasured possession" and a "kingdom of priests."Exodus 19:9-19: God commands the people to consecrate themselves before descending in fire and thunder.Exodus 19:20-25: God warns the people not to force their way up the mountain.Exodus 20:18-21: Moses explains that the fear of God keeps them from sinning.Key PointsThe Order of the Covenant God initiates the relationship before giving rules. He reminds Israel He carried them out of Egypt on eagles' wings. Grace precedes obedience. We obey because we have been rescued, not to earn rescue.A Kingdom of Priests God calls Israel His singular "treasured possession." Their purpose is to be a "kingdom of priests." A priest brings God to the people and the people to God. God wants an entire nation to represent Him to the world.The Demand for Holiness Because we represent a holy God, we must be holy. Commands to consecrate themselves were tangible ways to separate from pagan nations. God's demands for holiness make sense when we understand our calling to represent Him accurately.Do Not Be Casual with God God repeatedly warns the people not to cross the mountain's boundary. He warns against a flippant approach to His presence. We run a great risk when we treat God's holiness and our sin lightly.The Fear of the Lord When God descends in fire, the people are terrified. Moses says, "Do not be afraid... so that the fear of God will be with you." The fear of the Lord is a deep reverence that produces obedience, drives out worldly fears, and draws us toward God.ConclusionWe are called to be a holy nation and a kingdom of priests. We cannot fulfill this if we approach God casually or harbor unrepentant sin. The fire of God's presence is mesmerizing and dangerous. May we cultivate a healthy fear of the Lord that draws us closer to Him.Calls to ActionCheck the Order: Obey out of gratitude for God's rescue, not to earn His love.Embrace Your Priestly Role: Represent God's ways in your workplace, school, or family.Cultivate Reverence: Identify areas where you have become casual about sin and ask the Holy Spirit to renew your reverence. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

If you listen to Life at Liberty, we need your help. We've put together a short survey. It's for listeners only. Click this link to complete is under 3 minutes: Life at Liberty Podcast Survey Episode Summary There's a moment in every horse person's life where you realize this isn't just about horses anymore. It's about who you become because of them. In this special Ladies of Liberty panel from Liberty Festival 2025, Elizabeth James brings together a group of women who have built their lives around horses, each from a different path, discipline, and background. Featuring Amber Marshall, Jessica Blair Fowlkes, Caitie Holtzman, and Allison Whisler, this conversation moves beyond training techniques and into something deeper: identity, failure, pressure, and the reality of building a life with horses. This isn't polished. It's honest, funny, and at times uncomfortable, in the best way. From navigating burnout and postpartum depression to performing under pressure and redefining success, this episode explores what Liberty really offers: not control, but choice. And through that, a mirror. If you've ever questioned whether you're “good enough,” whether you belong here, or what's actually possible with your horse, this conversation will meet you right there. Highlights: A behind-the-scenes look at the Ladies of Liberty panel at Liberty Festival 2025 What draws women to Liberty and why connection sits at the center of it How Liberty gives both horse and human the freedom to choose The reality of failure, pressure, and performing with horses What horses reveal about your identity, confidence, and emotional state The tension between passion and profession in the horse world Honest conversations around mental health, burnout, and growth Why Liberty brings together disciplines, backgrounds, and people A powerful reminder that you are often the only thing standing in your own way Key Moments: 00:00:00 Opening and introduction to the Ladies of Liberty panel00:05:00 What horses mean to each guest00:11:15 Why Liberty? Connection, creativity, and choice00:20:06 What horses teach you about yourself00:27:30 Performing at Liberty: what happens when it goes wrong00:35:00 When passion becomes a profession00:47:00 Identity, confidence, and finding your place in the horse world00:52:22 Failure, excuses, and what's really holding you back00:56:30 Final reflections and advice to the audience Summaries: 00:00:00 Opening and introduction to the Ladies of Liberty panelElizabeth James introduces a diverse panel of women in Liberty, setting the tone for a conversation centered on connection, experience, and the unique role women play in the Liberty space. 00:05:00 What horses mean to each guestThe panel shares personal reflections on what horses represent in their lives, from grounding and emotional stability to opportunities, relationships, and identity. 00:11:15 Why Liberty? Connection, creativity, and choiceThe conversation shifts into Liberty itself, why it resonates so deeply, especially through its emphasis on freedom, creativity, and allowing the horse to choose to stay. 00:20:06 What horses teach you about yourselfEach guest reflects on the personal lessons horses have taught them, from patience and emotional awareness to confidence, self-doubt, and growth through discomfort. 00:27:30 Performing at Liberty: what happens when it goes wrongA candid and often humorous look at performing with horses, what to do when things fall apart, how to recover in the moment, and why authenticity matters more than perfection. 00:35:00 When passion becomes a professionThe panel explores the shift from loving horses to making a living with them, including the pressure, burnout, and the importance of maintaining enjoyment in the process. 00:47:00 Identity, confidence, and finding your place in the horse worldElizabeth shares her personal journey as the “horse crazy girl,” navigating identity, comparison, and what it means to belong in a space filled with professionals and performers. 00:52:22 Failure, excuses, and what's really holding you backAmber Marshall delivers a defining message of the episode: failure is necessary for growth, and often the biggest obstacle is the one we place in our own way. 00:56:30 Final reflections and advice to the audienceThe panel closes with direct advice—stop making excuses, embrace failure, stay curious, and step outside your comfort zone if you want to grow in Liberty and beyond.

In the concluding episode of the Eden Podcast, recorded live at our women's faith event, we dive deeper into the beautiful reality of hearing God's voice and exploring the creative authority He has entrusted to us. Are you living in the freedom of your true spiritual identity, or are you still listening to the condemning whispers of the enemy? This Christian podcast invites you to tune your ear to the loving, constant voice of your Heavenly Father.In this session, we contrast the life-giving nature of God's voice with the destructive nature of the enemy's. The enemy's voice is often marked by confusion, urgency, and condemnation, while God's voice brings clarity, peace, and loving correction. We discuss the importance of saturating ourselves in Scripture so we can easily distinguish between the two. When we know the Word of God, we can quickly identify and reject the lies that attempt to keep us bound in shame and fear.But our calling goes beyond simply identifying the right voice; it extends into active partnership with God. We explore the profound truth that we are not just passive recipients of God's love; we are invited to be co-creators with Him. God, the ultimate Creator, has uniquely designed women to cultivate beauty, order, and life in the spaces He has placed us. Whether it's in our homes, our workplaces, our friendships, or our communities, we are called to push back the darkness by cultivating spaces of grace and beauty.The episode concludes with a powerful look at the ultimate restoration promised in Christ. The separation that began in Eden is overcome by the cross. We are no longer orphans hiding in the garden; we are fully restored daughters of the King. This is your invitation to step fully into your God-given role, embrace your creative calling, and confidently reflect the beauty of your Creator to a world in desperate need of His light. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

Welcome back to the Eden Podcast! In Episode 2 of our transformative live series, we confront the uncomfortable but liberating truth about our spiritual reality. Are you ready to stop hiding and step back into genuine communion with your Heavenly Father? This empowering Christian podcast explores the vital, relational purpose behind God's voice and exposes the deceptive tactics of the enemy that keep us isolated and ashamed.In this powerful session, we contrast the voice of God—which is loving, constant, and designed for relationship—with the voice of the enemy. We analyze the tactics of Satan, the ultimate deceiver, who uses subtle lies and twisted truths to sow seeds of doubt about God's goodness and our worth. Have you bought into the lie that God is withholding from you, or that you must earn His love? We expose these toxic narratives and learn how to identify the subtle “weeds” of deception growing in our hearts.But the good news doesn't stop with simply recognizing the problem; it provides the solution. We explore the profoundly freeing concepts of confession and true repentance. Confession isn't about punishment; it's about breaking the chains of shame. It's stepping out of the dark shadows of isolation and declaring, “I am struggling here,” allowing God's light to illuminate our broken places. We learn that repentance is not a sign of weakness but an act of bold faith—a purposeful turning away from destructive patterns and turning back toward the heart of God.It is time to replace the enemy's deceptive whispers with the solid, unshakable truth of God's Word. You are fully known, deeply loved, and fiercely pursued by a Father who longs for you to live in freedom. Join us as we learn to silence the lies and boldly reclaim our spiritual inheritance. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Eden Podcast! Recorded live at our highly anticipated women's faith event, this session takes a profound dive into humanity's origin story. Are you tired of hiding from God, weighed down by shame, or listening to the deceptive lies of the enemy? This empowering Christian podcast is your invitation to step back into the radiant light of God's original design for your spiritual identity.In this session, we meticulously unpack the foundational truths in Genesis 1 through 3. We explore the creative power of God's voice speaking the universe into existence. Discover the heart-melting meaning behind God declaring humanity "very good". It is a divine stamp of approval meaning you are delightfully pleasing to your Creator. We examine how God fashioned woman with intention, breathing life into us so we could live unashamed in His presence.However, the story doesn't end in paradise. We critically examine the entrance of the serpent, who uses crafty questions to distort God's boundaries and sow doubt. When the first humans ate from the tree, sin birthed an isolating shame, causing them to hide. How often do we do the exact same thing today? We disguise our true selves and shrink back from the abundant life God promised.Yet, God's response wasn't abandonment; it was a loving pursuit. He asked, "Where are you?"—a relational question aimed at restoring fellowship. Listen in as we explore the promise of cosmic redemption, God's gracious provision of garments to cover our shame, and the ultimate prophecy of Jesus Christ crushing the enemy's head. You are a spiritual billionaire with full access to God's promises; it is time to cash that check and claim your worth.Break free from the enemy's lies, overcome spiritual isolation, and hear your Heavenly Father declare over you once again, "You are very good". Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

Episode 382  James B and Eddie conclude 1998 and Volume 1 of many Spider-Man titles with a nine-book arc ending with Spider-Man quitting and the return of a beloved character. Sponsored by: BKLK Sports Network Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Mattie Franklin.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

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This sermon explores the paradox of the "wilderness"—a place of danger, but also where God reveals Himself. The Israelites face their first external battle against the Amalekites. This story teaches us that God uses trials to forge our faith, and that victory requires our active participation and ultimate reliance on Him.Scripture ReferencesExodus 17:8-16: The Amalekites attack. Moses holds up the staff of God, supported by Aaron and Hur. Moses builds an altar named Jehovah Nissi (The Lord is my Banner).Exodus 13:17-18: God leads Israel the long way so they wouldn't face a war they weren't ready for.Deuteronomy 25:17-19: The Amalekites cowardly attacked the weak and weary.2 Corinthians 10:3-5: "We do not wage war as the world does."Key PointsThe Wilderness is Paradoxical The wilderness brings lack and uncertainty, but it is also where God reveals Himself. If you are in a season with no familiar markers, you are in the wilderness.God Trusts You With the Battle God didn't lead Israel the short way out of Egypt because they weren't ready for war. But by Exodus 17, He allows them to fight. If you are facing a battle, frame it this way: God trusts you with this fight. He intends to forge something in you through it.You Are in a War While our biggest battles are often internal, we also face external opposition. The enemy attacks when we are weary and vulnerable. We must fight with spiritual weapons.Take Hold of Something Physical Moses held up the staff of God—a physical reminder of God's past faithfulness. When you cannot see the future, take hold of something tangible that reminds you of God's faithfulness (a journal, a photo, or Communion).Take Hold of Someone Moses grew tired and could not win alone. Aaron and Hur held his hands up. You need "war buddies"—people who won't just talk about the problem, but will pray the solution. This shouldn't just be your spouse, as they are often fighting the exact same battle.ConclusionThe name Joshua means "The Lord is Salvation"—the same name as Jesus. Exodus 17 is prophetic. Just as Moses stretched out his arms with the rod of God's judgment to defeat the enemy, Jesus stretched out His arms on the cross, taking God's justice upon Himself to defeat our ultimate enemy.Calls to ActionShift Your Perspective: Stop asking "Why me?" and declare, "God trusts me with this battle."Find a Physical Reminder: Identify an object or practice that anchors you to God's past faithfulness.Get a War Buddy: Ask someone to "hold up your arms" in prayer. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

On this week's Modern Retail Podcast, senior reporter Gabi Barkho delves into the growing phenomenon of AI-generated review summaries.It's one of the many ways generative AI is already impacting the way people discover products and shop online. These summaries are not only changing the way chatbots talk about products, they're also pushing brands and marketers to navigate customer reviews differently.In this episode, Barkho is joined by Dawn Hilarczyk, chief operating officer at Borghese, and Nick Lafferty, who leads growth marketing at Profound. Hilarczyk and Lafferty break down the following: How AI-generated customer reviews are condensed and spread by AI search engines like Gemini, ChatGPT and Rufus.  Why bot-written summaries decontextualize product descriptions and features.  What brands can do to better control the way their customer reviews show up in summaries.

Episode 381.  James B and Eddie cover nine books featuring Menace, The Headsman, Batwing and all your favorites as this series concludes. Sponsored by Cousin Gravel's Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and The Crime Master.   Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

This sermon explores Exodus 18, an ancient yet highly relevant text addressing leadership, delegation, and burnout. Overwhelmed by judging disputes from morning to night, Moses receives life-saving advice from his father-in-law, Jethro: share the burden. This story provides timeless principles for anyone feeling crushed under the weight of responsibilities at work, home, or ministry.Scripture ReferencesExodus 18:1-27: Jethro observes Moses' exhausting routine and advises him to appoint capable men to share the load.Numbers 11:14-15: Moses expresses his overwhelming burden to God, stating it is too heavy to carry alone.1 Kings 19:9-18: Elijah learns he is not the only faithful prophet left, dismantling his savior complex.Matthew 11:28-30: Jesus invites the weary to find true rest by taking His yoke.Key PointsGreat Leaders Are LearnersJethro had only worshiped Yahweh for one day when he corrected Moses—the man who parted the Red Sea. Secure leaders possess the humility to listen to feedback, even from unlikely sources or subordinates. Insecure leaders reject correction.Great Leaders Lead Through OthersMoses was doing the work of 100 men. Jethro challenged him to raise up 100 men instead. Delegating tasks makes followers; delegating authority makes leaders. We must prioritize developing others over just doing the work.Great Leaders Prioritize HomeMoses was away from his family for a year and did not send for them; Jethro had to bring them to him. A common trap is sacrificing family on the altar of public success. Leaders must save their best energy for their homes.Great Leaders Are Not IndispensableMoses acted as if the people could only hear from God through him. Like Elijah, we can easily develop a "savior complex." Realizing God can use others frees us from the heavy tyranny of indispensability.The Cure for Burnout Isn't Just a BreakJethro didn't prescribe a vacation; he prescribed a completely new system. A break will not fix burnout if you return to the exact same unsustainable habits. You must empower others to share the load.Great Leaders Prioritize Character Over GiftingJethro advised Moses to select men who "fear God and hate dishonest gain"—not just eloquent speakers. Character must always trump gifting.ConclusionWe do not just need leadership tips; we need to recognize our profound limitations. When crushed by responsibility, we must come to Jesus, lay down our burdens, and remember our primary calling is not to be a great leader, but a faithful follower of Him.Calls to ActionExamine Your Listening: Ask God for a teachable spirit to accept feedback from unlikely sources.Shift from Doing to Developing: Delegate authority, not just chores, to someone else this week.Check Your Priorities: Make a deliberate choice to prioritize your home and family above your work or ministry output. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

Episode 380. James B and Eddie give a short tribute to Peter Parker the Spectacular Spider-Man and cover a three part story featuring the Green Goblin, The Hobgoblin and Norman Osborn. Sponsored by: Goblin Masks for Halloween Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Daniel “Milquetoast” Kingsley.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Episode 379.  James B and Eddie cover eight books which include the death of a main character.  Listen to find out. Sponsored by Roxxon.  Trust life, trust Roxxon. Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Bluebird..  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit  

Episode 378.  James B and Eddie read books featuring Frankenstein, The White Rabbit and the last issue of Spider-Man Unlimited.  Plus Jack O'Lantern is finally killed and Aunt Anna reveals her deep dark secret. Sponsored by: New York Doctors Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Ivan.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit

Episode 377. James B and Eddie cover six books that develop heartfelt relationships between our hero and three supporting characters: Arthur Stacy, Jill Stacy and the Trapster! Sponsored by Augmented R Us (from the makers of Clones R Us) Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston.  This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed.  Summaries written by James B and Eddie and Dusk.  Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and https://www.zapsplat.com/  Check out all the episodes on letsreadspiderman.podbean.com or wherever you get your podcasts. Check out our live meetup and Discord Channel here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_mW6htjJUHOzlViEvPQqR-k68tClMGAi85Bi_xrlV7w/edit