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Chang-Rae Lee's new novel is filled with some of his own memories, like worrying about being picked last for dodgeball and sizing up his fellow Asian American classmates to determine who was most “foreign.” Lee says, unlike some of his other novels, these autobiographical elements populate A Tender Age. In today's episode, the author speaks with Here & Now's Scott Tong about growing up Korean American in suburban New York in the 1970s, attending church camp in the Hudson Valley and the fragility of being a pre-teen.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show's perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Aubrey Masango speaks to Thabiso Goba, EWN Reporter, for an update on the multi-million-rand corruption trial involving former eThekwini Mayor Zandile Gumede, which resumes in the Durban High Court today. She faces charges of fraud, corruption, racketeering and money laundering linked to the alleged manipulation of Durban waste contracts worth R320 million. Tags: 702, Aubrey Masango show, Aubrey Masango, Bra Aubrey, Zandile Gumede, Durban waste tender, Durban High Court, eThekwini municipality The Aubrey Masango Show is presented by late night radio broadcaster Aubrey Masango. Aubrey hosts in-depth interviews on controversial political issues and chats to experts offering life advice and guidance in areas of psychology, personal finance and more. All Aubrey’s interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from The Aubrey Masango Show. Listen live on weekdays between 20:00 and 24:00 (SA Time) to The Aubrey Masango Show broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and on CapeTalk between 20:00 and 21:00 (SA Time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk Find out more about the show here https://buff.ly/lzyKCv0 and get all the catch-up podcasts https://buff.ly/rT6znsn Subscribe to the 702 and CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfet Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eric Newman speaks with Chang-Rae Lee about his latest novel, A Tender Age, a coming-of-age novel centered on Jeon-Gi, the troubled son of hardworking Korean immigrants, who must navigate the meaning of masculinity, desire, and identity as he begins the journey into adulthood. After a violent outburst that lands him in reform school, Jeon-Gi has the opportunity for a reset at a church sleepaway camp, where he develops new, felicitous feelings of belonging and wonder that repair his frayed, isolated sense of self. When an accident during a transformative hiking trip threatens to once again wrench him out of his community, Jeon-Gi's story confronts how circumstance, impulse, and agency shape our lives. Lee discusses the novel's exploration of nostalgia, immigrant family dynamics, masculinity, and learning to take responsibility for oneself.

"The US is dangerously close to the brink of being Japan 1989."That is not a hot take from a doom account. That is Patric on this week's Bricks, Bucks & Bytes, laying out why asset overvaluation in private markets and infrastructure has him worried about stagflation.On this episode:✅ Why data center contractors are sitting on 11.4 months of backlog while everyone else has 7.5✅ The AI productivity story corporate America still cannot prove with real numbers✅ Why the construction RFP process is fundamentally broken, and who is actually responsible for it✅ What Meta's new partnership with North America's Building Trades Unions means for the data center buildoutDustin DeVan put it plainly: "You can't now build a project that much cheaper."Where do you land? Are we in a two speed economy that eventually corrects, or is this just what infrastructure spending looks like now? Tell us why we're wrong.#bricksandbytes #bricksbytes #bricksbucksandbytes #aec #construction #constructiontech #ai #vcOur Sponsors:BreadCrumb- 50,000+ projects globally. All running safer, faster, with Breadcrumb. - breadcrumb.coAphex is the multiplayer planning platform where construction teams plan together, stay aligned, and deliver projects faster – check out aphex.coArchdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.comChapters00:00 Intro01:08 Welcome Back and Personal Updates03:43 Exploring Proto Town and Bedrock Robotics06:41 Travel Frustrations and Unexpected Adventures09:30 The Concept of Proto Town in Europe12:12 AI Price Collapse and Economic Implications14:58 Data Center Boom and Its Effects17:31 Market Dislocations and Construction Industry Insights19:51 Interest Rates and Economic Perspectives22:50 Potential Risks and Future Predictions25:39 Final Thoughts on Economic Trends30:38 Understanding Time vs. Cost Savings32:07 The Role of Technology in Construction33:36 Owners and Technology Awareness34:41 The Importance of Pricing Optionality36:14 The Shift in AI Pricing and Accessibility38:42 Navigating AI Models and Corporate Needs43:50 Leadership and Product Understanding45:54 Governance and AI Deployment Challenges53:34 Rethinking RFP Processes for Better Outcomes56:25 Meta's Role in Construction Training Initiatives 

The freight market is loosening as summer winds down, but the question is how long that relief will last. This week on the Transfix Take Podcast, Jenni Ruiz and NFI Industries market expert Justin Maze break down falling tender rejections, easing linehaul rates, and the regional shifts shaping the market ahead of Labor Day. While much of the country is seeing softer conditions, pockets of tightening in the Northeast and Pacific Northwest show why location and lane direction still matter. In this episode: * Tender rejections fall to just above 12% after reaching 18% in mid-July * National linehaul rates drop roughly 2% week over week to $2.24 per mile * Why rates could fall another 3–3.5% before Labor Day * Continued softening across the Southeast and South as produce season fades * Why the Northeast remains tighter, particularly on freight heading south * Wildfires and late-summer produce putting pressure on Pacific Northwest capacity * What declining spot freight volumes could mean for routing guides and upcoming RFP season * Why carrier capacity reductions and tighter safety standards could have a much bigger impact on rates heading into 2027 * An update on federal rulemaking around English-language proficiency requirements for commercial drivers The market may be quieter than it was a few weeks ago, but beneath the surface, capacity is still shifting. And what happens between now and the holiday season could tell us a lot about where freight rates are headed next year. -- Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with which the participants are affiliated, and may have been previously disseminated by them. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based upon information considered reliable, but neither Transfix, Inc. nor its affiliates, nor the companies with which such participants are affiliated, warrant its completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such. All such views and opinions are subject to change.

A Tender Age by Chang-rae Lee is a coming-of-age story which explores complex family dynamics, masculinity and the search for the American dream. Chang-rae joins us to talk about retrospection, the hidden drama of the suburbs, childhood in the 70's and more with host Miwa Messer. This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Miwa Messer and mixed by Harry Liang.                     New episodes land Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional Saturdays) here and on your favorite podcast app. Featured Books:  A Tender Age by Chang-rae Lee Native Speaker by Chang-rae Lee My Year Abroad by Chang-rae Lee On Such a Full Sea by Chang-rae Lee Aloft by Chang-rae Lee A Gesture Life by Chang-rae Lee The Surrendered by Chang-rae Lee A Typing Lady by Ruth Ozeki Dubliners by James Joyce Dominion by Addie E. Citchens

"Everybody thinks that autonomous heavy equipment is commonplace, whereas in fact the adoption is basically zero."Frederik Filz-Reiterdank said that to us from the operator's seat of an autonomous roller, on a live chip fab site in upstate New York, with his dozers and dump trucks working away behind him.His company, Crewline AI, raised a $7.1M seed earlier this year led by Initialized Capital and Nebular to automate the machine operators hate driving.What we got into:✅ Why the roller is the wedge for construction autonomy, and why the excavator falls last✅ A retrofit kit that turns a standard drum roller into a self-driving one in under an hour✅ Selling a "virtual roller operator" instead of renting out a robot✅ The four month insurance grind nobody warns robotics founders about✅ Why 95% of candidates are disqualified the moment they hear about the forward-deployed lifestyleFull episode now live on YouTube and Spotify.#bricksandbytes #bricksbytes #bricksbucksandbytes #aec #construction #constructiontech #ai #vcOur Sponsors:BreadCrumb- 50,000+ projects globally. All running safer, faster, with Breadcrumb. - breadcrumb.coAphex is the multiplayer planning platform where construction teams plan together, stay aligned, and deliver projects faster – check out aphex.coArchdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.comChapters00:00 Teaser01:00 Introduction and Context of the Conversation03:43 Autonomy in Construction: Current State and Misconceptions09:21 Choosing Rollers: The Perfect Wedge for Automation11:47 Understanding Pain Points in Construction14:55 Business Models: Robotics as a Service vs. Outcome-Based Pricing18:49 Deployment Strategy for Autonomous Rollers21:00 Insurance and Liability Challenges22:09 Building Trust with Customers24:45 Overcoming Skepticism in Construction27:49 Future of Automation in Construction32:10 First Steps for Contractors

“I've not gone back to any of the old places,” reflects the protagonist in the new novel “A Tender Age.” But that is just what the author Chang-rae Lee does, in this, his most personal book yet. Set in the 70s, the story follows an eleven-year-old Korean American boy caught between his doting immigrant parents and a roving pack of neighborhood kids — until one summer changes everything. Lee, a Stanford professor and Pulitzer Prize finalist joins us. Guest:Chang-rae Lee, author, “A Tender Age,” He is also the author of the award-winning novel “Native Speaker” and the Pulitzer Prize-nominated “The Surrendered,” among other works. He is a professor of creative writing at Stanford University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Not all emotional overwhelm feels the same. Sometimes overwhelm leaves you restless and unable to slow down. Other times it feels heavy, tender, scattered, or like you've simply reached the end of your rope. In this episode, I introduce the five different types of emotional overwhelm I've seen in my own life and in coaching women. You'll learn how recognizing your unique overwhelm pattern can help you understand what's happening underneath the surface, respond with greater compassion instead of self-criticism, and begin choosing tools that actually fit what you need in the moment. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN [00:00] Why Not All Overwhelm Is the Same [04:00] The "Wound Up" Overwhelm Type: When You Can't Slow Down [05:30] The "Heavy" Overwhelm Type: When Everything Feels Like Too Much [07:30] The "Tender" Overwhelm Type: Why Little Things Suddenly Hurt So Much [10:00] The "Scattered" Overwhelm Type: When Your Brain Has Too Many Tabs Open [13:00] The "Fed Up" Overwhelm Type: When You've Reached Your Limit [15:00] Why Identifying Your Overwhelm Changes Everything [17:00] Building Emotional Confidence One Pattern at a Time RESOURCES: Emotional Overwhelm Reset System If overwhelm is keeping you stuck, the Emotional Overwhelm Reset System will teach you exactly what to do in those moments when your emotions feel too big to process. You'll learn a simple, repeatable framework to regulate overwhelm so you can respond with greater clarity, emotional confidence, and peace.  Learn more: AliciaMichelle.com/overwhelm  RELATED EPISODES: Ep 359: When Emotions Feel Scary: Practical Tools to Courageously Process What's Inside Ep 372: Why Managing Overwhelm Is Where Emotional Healing Begins Ep 373: What Is Emotional Regulation (And Why It's More Than Calming Yourself Down) Send us Fan Mail

God will make a way for you no matter where you are in life.

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Okay, here's part of the menu of my conversation with my friend Jeff Nischwitz:Stop planning your future - you're gonna miss it.When I choose to get up from the smackdown.You ask too many questions!I'm willing to be wrong.Fierce and tenderCan I just kiss your heart?Look at our behavior as a way to protect ourselves.We don't have to save people.And that's just for starters. Jeff is funny, humble, powerful and able to 'hold space' for other people in his life. He's absolutely present, and a gift (get it?) as we follow his path, fierce and tender.Never know what's going to show up when you click 'record'!

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Send us Fan MailHere's an episode from the past that still rings true today for creating ANY change that lasts. It's what we do CONSISTENTLY over time that creates the results you see today. So what you do today creates the results you see years from now. What are you creating? What needs to change?  Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

A 4x levered AI fund handed its entire public book to Citadel. The S&P 500 crossed $70 trillion days later.And somewhere in the middle of all that, Patric put a date on the next one:"We're 15 months away from that Palantir moment, 100%."Physical automation. His argument: Asia already won the hardware game, so the money is with whoever actually deploys the machines. Which, quietly, is a contractor business.Dustin doesn't buy the humanoid hype. Martin wants to know who gets hurt when the music stops.New Bricks, Bucks & Bytes out now.#bricksandbytes #bricksbytes #bricksbucksandbytes #aec #construction #constructiontech #vc #aiOur Sponsors:BreadCrumb- 50,000+ projects globally. All running safer, faster, with Breadcrumb. - breadcrumb.coAphex is the multiplayer planning platform where construction teams plan together, stay aligned, and deliver projects faster – check out aphex.coArchdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.comChapters00:00 Teaser01:00 The AI fund that had to sell everything04:04 Who is Leopold Aschenbrenner?06:54 The S&P 500 hits $70 trillion10:04 Without data centers, GDP is barely growing13:04 Can regulation actually stop a crash?15:53 Why the market might never crash again24:34 Nobody is funding the physical economy25:53 Asia won robot hardware. The Palantir moment is next31:04 Tax the robots, retire at 5534:39 Retraining workers for the robot economy

Send us Fan MailHave we become so familiar with the Gospel that we've stopped marveling at it? In this episode, Chelsey shares a moment from church that sparked a deeper question: Why are we often quicker to celebrate human achievement than the miracle of salvation? Together, we'll explore what Scripture reveals about encountering the holiness of God and why true worship isn't about personality or preference- it's about a heart that is still moved by His presence. If you've ever felt like your faith has become routine, this episode is an invitation to recover the wonder of the Gospel. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

Morning of Tender Returning — A Quiet Moment Meditation for Meeting Yourself Gently at DawnBegin your day with a gentle, whispered meditation designed to help you return to yourself with softness and grace. This four-hour sleep story features a calming female voice guiding you through body relaxation, a peaceful nature journey, and heartfelt affirmations — all set against a soothing morning ambient backdrop.CHAPTERS & TIMESTAMPS:00:00 — Opening & ArrivalSettle into stillness. Let the morning find you without hurry or demand.05:00 — Body DissolutionA gentle scan from crown to toes, releasing tension and inviting softness into every layer.25:00 — Guided Nature JourneyWalk through a forest of ancient trees, discover a hidden garden, rest by a quiet shore, and find peace in a secret cove — all within the safety of your inner world.85:00 — Core AffirmationsHeartfelt declarations of worth, love, and belonging. Each affirmation lands with a breathing pause for deep integration.145:00 — Stillness & ReflectionA quiet space to simply be, held by the morning and the peace that surrounds you.165:00 — Soft Landing & ClosingGently return to the present moment, carrying the morning's peace with you into the day.This meditation is perfect for morning routines, mindful breathing, self-care rituals, or any time you need to reconnect with your quiet center. Let the gentle voice and ambient sounds carry you home to yourself.Subscribe to Your Quiet Moment for daily meditations that honor your need for peace, stillness, and gentle self-compassion.DISCLAIMER

Send us Fan MailGod gave you emotions, but He never intended them to lead your life. Learn how to acknowledge your feelings without allowing them to determine your direction. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

There has been a lot of buzz around the upcoming Universal Project currently in development in Bedfordshire. It's estimated to generate around £50 billion in economic benefit, along with the creation of 20,000 jobs during its construction, and a further 8,000 jobs once it's operational. It's undoubtedly brought a lot of eyes towards the smallest county in the UK, and with it a lot of opportunity for local businesses to get involved with not only the main theme park itself, but the surrounding projects that aim to make Bedford and beyond a thriving tourist destination. For those wondering how to get involved, there is a dedicated group looking to share knowledge and tools to get you tender ready. In this episode, we are joined by Lorna Leonard, Managing Director of LBS, and Kirsty Maynard, Commercial Director of THSP, who are instrumental in running BedX, a group dedicated to sharing knowledge and tools to help businesses get tender ready for Universal and beyond. Listen to our roundtable discussion as we dive into why BedX was created, its main drivers, how it can support local businesses and how you can get involved. You'll learn ·      Who are Kirsty and Lorna? ·      What is BedX? ·      What were the main drivers behind the creation of BedX? ·      What are the group's main aims? ·      What are Kirsty and Lorna's roles within the group? ·      How can businesses get involved with and benefit from BedX? ·      What can businesses be doing now to get tender ready for Universal?     Resources ·      Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce - BedX ·      BedX Webinars ·      Tender Diagnostic ·      Kirsty Maynard LinkedIn ·      Lorna Leonard LinkedIn   In this episode, we talk about: [02:25] Episode Summary – Stephanie Churchman and Carly Mowbray are joined by Lorna Leonard (LBSv) and Kirsty Maynard (THSP) to discuss the creation of BedX, and how it aims to support businesses with tender preparation ahead of the Universal and related projects currently underway in Bedfordshire.   [01:25] Who are Kirsty and Lorna?: Kirsty is the commercial director at THSP. THSP work with businesses across health and safety, HR and compliance, helping organizations make sure they've got the right systems, processes and people in place to operate safely, professionally and compliantly. THSP have been in operation since 1992 and support any type of organisation, from construction to food brands, global luxury retailers, major transport organizations, and complex international businesses operating in highly controlled environments. Lorna is the managing director of LBS. LBS is a business solutions company supporting sophisticated start-ups and growing corporations with outsourced finance department services, direction and solutions. She set-up the business 14 years ago, and has worked with organisations of all sizes, from blue chip companies to micro businesses of only 1 or 2 people. Regular listeners may recall Lorna from a previous episode, she also shares many insightful posts on LinkedIn and is certainly worth a follow! [07:05] What is BedX? It's A business-led working group powered by the Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce. It was created to help Bedfordshire businesses understand, prepare for and win work from the major investments coming into the region, in particular, the universal destinations and experiences, the Luton Airport expansion and other on-going linked projects. BedX's role is to connect, inform and prepare, but they don't lobby, they don't represent the developers and they don't do politics. They are simply there to help local businesses get ready. [07:45] What were the main drivers behind the creation of BedX? The Universal park is certainly the banner piece for the group. It's what all the big numbers are attached to, including 5 billion pounds worth of inward economic investment, 20,000 jobs created and the five years' worth of construction. However, that is just one part of the upcoming development going on in Bedfordshire. The big project is seeing more funding going into the area to support transport networks and other venues as investors seek to make Bedfordshire a place worth staying for more than just the Universal Park. Other projects include the expansion of the Wixams Train Station, construction at the Luton Hoo, the new Luton Town Football Club and a new Data Centre at Quest Pit. BedX was created in response to all of these projects, not just Universal. It's to help local businesses navigate these opportunities, as this small county has rarely seen such a seismic shift in the amount of investment going into the area. Even though the deadline for Universal Park is 5 years away, supply chains are looking for support now, which is why it's better to start preparing sooner rather than later. [10:20] Making Bedfordshire a play to stay: It's also not just about the venues, to prepare for the influx of tourists there will be more investment in housing and transport and related routes such as the work currently going on at the Black Cat roundabout. Kirsty states that the Bedford County Council have a scrutiny committee, which is currently labelled as the Universal Scrutiny Committee, and are in discussion about a viable tourist strategy for Bedfordshire. So, there is no doubt that there will be many more small projects going ahead within a very short timeframe to get the area ready. [12:00] How LBS's expertise is instrumental within BedX: Businesses that want to get involved may not know how to get working capital or access potential available funding, which is where Lorna's and LBS's expertise comes in to support BedX's aims. With tenders as highly valued as this, it can throw businesses through a loop if they're not prepared. Lorna shares a story where she explains that she used to work for a company that made point of purchase display equipment, this company had a US subsidiary called Anshauser-Busch, who own Budweiser. That subsidiary put through an order directly through to their factory, requesting a huge order be manufactured and delivered within 180 days. The cost of which was upwards of $2.7 million, which was due to suppliers 150 days prior to Lorna's company at the time being paid. It was their first time working with that subsidiary, so there was no guarantee on payment. The lessons they learned ended up shaping how the company operated going forward. All this to say, if you're bidding for high value contracts, you need to think about the opportunity from every perspective. [14:40] Be realistic about what you bid for: Kirsty states she is really passionate about ensuring businesses are trying to grow responsibly, so that they understand those terms in the bid and that they're realistic about the size of contract that they should be bidding for. If you're looking for more guidance in this area, Katie from Bids and Tender Support provided a webinar on this topic for BedX. It's available to view on-demand on BedX's website. [16:25] Lorna's role within BedX: Lorna reminds us that a lot of the Tier 1 contractors started out as 1 or 2 person businesses. She states that, honestly, 90% of the companies that BedX help will not be in direct contact with one of those Tier 1 contractors. However, supply chains are just that, a chain, there are many opportunities to get involved further down the line. Lorna feels as if that's a large part of her role, keeping businesses focused on the opportunities they can access within that supply chain. She is also keen to help all the local businesses understand how this is going to affect them, because whether they get involved in the various projects being built or not, the whole area is going to be affected regardless. She points out an example where they needed to source a large number of electricians, and it turns out that Bedfordshire simply doesn't have enough! So BedX is helping to make the wider community aware of training opportunities like this that can open doors for local businesses. [18:45] Other considerations for businesses operating in Bedfordshire: Lorna points out a few other concerns that people had about the on-going development in the area, including the possibility of local contractors putting prices up due to all the other projects. Timeframes may also be affected by both on-going work and the fact that more businesses will be getting involved in the area's development. [19:15] What are the group's main aims?: BedX's main aim is to be an opportunity exchange, they sit in the middle as a conduit between the opportunities and the Bedfordshire businesses and help to inform, educate and prepare to be a part of it. They are there to support preparation local businesses are able to access emerging supply chains as that waterfall flows down into tier 2 and 3 and even into 4 and 5 over the course of the project. If you're not sure which of those tiers you'd likely sit in, BedX have a helpful household checklist to find out. [20:20] Getting ISO Ready for Universal: Kirsty mentions that she's seen a lot of recent Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQ's) request that bidding companies are certified to ISO 27001 Information Security. Many will be familiar with the requests for ISO 9001 (Quality Management), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety), but ISO 27001 seems to be a more recent pre-requisite. This is particularly the case for any Government contracts, with them stating either Cyber Essentials or ISO 27001 must be in place for any bidding businesses. Carly points out that ISO 27001 in many cases is just the first step, as you can strengthen this with supporting Standards such as ISO 27701 (Privacy Information Management) and ISO 27017 & ISO 27018 (Cloud Security), which can give you an advantage over your competitors. If you've not got any Standards in place, or are just starting out on your implementation journey, you can get in contact with Blackmores as we'd be happy to guide you towards successful certification. [25:00] Kirsty's role within BedX: Kirsty's role is focused on coordination, though all BedX organisers are volunteers, they still want to ensure that actions are followed up and completed. Kirsty has a project planning background and brings those skills to the group. She also plays a key part in tender and procurement readiness, as she has years of experience with PQQ's from her work within the construction industry. She knows what good looks like when bidding for work, and ensures that knowledge is being passed on to those looking to bid for Universal and other Bedfordshire development projects. A trait that many of the BedX team hold, Kirsty and Lorna especially, is the motivation to help people, and this group allows them to do so at scale. [27:45] How can businesses get involved with BedX?: You don't need to be a member of the Bedfordshire Chamber of Commerce to get involved. Currently BedX's main focus is on knowledge sharing, so their main output in webinars. They also have a tender diagnostic tool available, this is an online tool which takes just a few minutes to complete and will give you an idea of where you're already compliant and where there's work to be done. They have also had 1 in-person event, that being their official launch in April of 2026, which was attended by members from the Bedfordshire business community and representatives from Universal, Sizewell C and Luton Rising. They expect to run more in-person events in future, so keep an eye on their LinkedIn for news on these! Lorna hints at an upcoming event planned for September 2026

Send us Fan MailMany marriage struggles aren't really marriage problems- they're worship problems. Discover why putting Christ first changes everything else. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

Hello Protagonists!Welcome to another episode of the Creative, Inspired, ALIVE podcast—where we go behind the scenes with the storytellers shaping our culture.Our next guest, Amie McNee, is a writer, teacher, speaker, and incredible advocate for creativity. Her mission is to dismantle the limiting narrative surrounding creatives so that we may each become the Artists the world needs us to be. She has published three works of historical fiction, and her non-fiction, We Need Your Art, is our September book club pick.Today, we talk about:* the insidious problem of perfectionism,* the abundance of small goals,* the infinite appetite for art, and* the glorious importance of choosing yourself, among other delights!

We asked Scoreboard AI's Charles Ma what the single most expensive mistake contractors make at buyout is. His answer:"Outsourcing their understanding of the project to their trade partners."Charles was employee #1 at Versatile, one of construction tech's most well-funded bets (over $100M raised). Now he's building Scoreboard AI to fix a much quieter problem: scope gaps that get buried in project documents and don't surface until the crew is standing there waiting for a fix.In this episode we get into:- What Versatile got right, and where the product fell short of the ROI it promised- Why Charles thinks "AI wrappers are dead" in preconstruction- How hard bid, GMP, and design-build buyout processes each create their own scope gap risk- Why Scoreboard has deliberately stayed away from flashy fundraise announcementsFull episode is live on Bricks and Bytes Youtube Channel#bricksandbytes #bricksbytes #aec #construction #constructiontech #ai #vcChapters00:00 - Teaser01:00 - Quickfire Round02:32 - Inside Versatile: the early days and the Chase Center project09:27 - Is construction tech overhyped or underhyped right now11:10 - Why Scoreboard has avoided the flashy fundraise playbook16:43 - The perverse incentives of VC-backed construction tech20:21 - Do "AI wrappers" win the current land grab26:02 - Why Charles believes AI wrappers are dead28:25 - What a scope gap actually is, and why it happens at buyout32:55 - Hard bid vs. GMP vs. design-build: where the gaps creep in36:50 - Measuring the real cost of scope gaps41:51 - How Scoreboard AI actually works43:21 - Show your work: building trust in AI outputs48:59 - Pricing philosophy: running Scoreboard like a Costco51:26 - Expansion beyond the US52:41 - What's working in go-to-market right now54:08 - Will AI ever run preconstruction end-to-endOur Sponsors:BreadCrumb- 50,000+ projects globally. All running safer, faster, with Breadcrumb. - breadcrumb.coAphex is the multiplayer planning platform where construction teams plan together, stay aligned, and deliver projects faster – check out aphex.coArchdesk - “The #1 Construction Management Software for Growing Companies - Manage your projects from Tender to Handover” check archdesk.com

Morning Tide of Tender Silence — A Quiet Moment Meditation for Listening to What the Heart Already KnowsWelcome to Your Quiet Moment, a gentle morning meditation designed to help you start your day with peace, presence, and tender self-compassion. Today's episode invites you on a whispered journey through a morning garden of healing and restoration.[00:00] Arrival — A gentle opening as you settle into stillness and release the demands of the morning[02:00] Body Dissolution — A soft scan from crown to sole, releasing tension held in your jaw, shoulders, chest, and belly[12:00] The Garden Path — A guided walking meditation through wildflowers, ancient trees, and a secret bamboo grove[30:00] The Stone Basin — A mirror of clear water that shows you the face of who you truly are[42:00] The Willow Grove — A hidden pavilion where stillness becomes a language and the breeze teaches you to bend without breaking[55:00] The Meadow of Light — An open golden meadow where the morning embraces you and you remember your beauty[70:00] The Herb Garden — Rosemary and lavender dissolve the stone of worry you have been carrying[85:00] The Lone Tree — Rest beneath an ancient tree that has held countless quiet souls before you[100:00] Core Affirmations — Deep, whispered truths: I am safe. I am held. I am enough. I am worthy. I am loved.[140:00] The Hidden Courtyard — A fountain of clear water, white roses, and warm stone where everything is simple and enough[170:00] Stillness — The deepest silence, where the mind falls quiet and the heart speaks in its oldest language[200:00] Soft Landing — A gentle return to the world, carrying the garden inside you like wings[220:00] Closing Breath — The morning's gift: this breath, this moment, this lifeThis meditation is perfect for morning routines, mindful breathing, stress relief, anxiety support, sleep preparation, and self-care practice. Let the whispered guidance and soft ambient music carry you into a state of deep calm and inner clarity.Your Quiet Moment — because you deserve this gentle beginning.

Send us Fan MailHealing begins with honesty. In this Espresso Shot, learn why bringing hidden wounds into the light is the first step toward the transformation God desires. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

Do this before bed to calm your nervous system, support your vagus nerve, and drift into deep, healing sleep. This gentle vagus nerve reset meditation is designed to help you shift from fight-or-flight into rest-and-digest using slow breathing, soft sighs, self-compassion, and a tender full-body scan. You're invited to arrive exactly as you are—busy-minded, tired, or tender-hearted—and be reminded again and again: you are safe, you are held, you are okay as you are. In this sleep meditation you will: - Use slow, rhythmic breathing and soft sighs to send a message of safety through your whole system - Explore a somatic hug and soothing (or imagined) self-touch to gently tone the vagus nerve - Experience a warm, tender body scan with visualization, from the crown of the head all the way to sleepy toes - Ground into three points of support beneath you and feel fully held and supported - Practice kindness, acceptance, and letting go of attachment and expectations - Rest into healing affirmations such as: - I am safe to rest - My body is heard - My body's natural healing is active now - rest deeply now This practice is ideal as a bedtime meditation, sleep hypnosis style relaxation, or a nervous system reset at the end of a long day. Listen lying down or seated, let the ground meet you where you are, and allow your body to remember how to rest, repair, and heal. If your mind wanders, that's perfectly okay. Thoughts can simply float by—like leaves on a slow stream—as you are gently guided back to your breath, your body, and the steady support beneath you.

Send us Fan MailDo you know the difference between the voice of the Holy Spirit and the voice of shame? Discover how conviction leads to freedom while condemnation keeps you stuck. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

As sprayers get larger and labour becomes harder to find, improving the efficiency of the spray tender has become just as important as improving the sprayer itself. Laython Ford, territory manager for Western Canada with SurePoint Ag Systems, shows how the company’s Arsenal spray trailer completes the complete spray tender system built around the company’s... Read More

Send us Fan MailWhat if your frustration is actually revealing something deeper? In this episode, we'll uncover how unmet expectations often point to areas where God is inviting us to surrender. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

Send us Fan MailMost conflict doesn't begin with facts- it begins with assumptions. Learn how choosing curiosity over conclusions can transform your marriage and strengthen your relationships. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

Send us Fan MailAre you trying to fix behaviors while missing the heart? In this quick Espresso Shot (5 min or less!), discover why lasting transformation starts at the root, not the fruit, and how God changes us from the inside out. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

Die Sentrale Tenderraad het 422 aansoeke van lede van die publiek ontvang wat versoek om op hul databasis ingesluit te word vir moontlike aanstelling in die Aanbod-evalueringskomitees, in wat hulle beskryf as 'n oorweldigende reaksie op hul onlangse oproep vir belangstellingsuitdrukkings. Die raad se woordvoerder, Johanna Kambala, sê dit toon 'n bereidwilligheid onder gekwalifiseerde professionele persone om deel te neem aan die versterking van deursigtigheid, verantwoordbaarheid en goeie bestuur in openbare verkryging.

What was Vashti's “no” protecting and what does it teach us about the difference between patriarchal order and patriarchy? Dr. Barbara Morgan Gardner explores the book of Esther, unpacking divine timing, covenant-based leadership, and how a father's example shapes the way his daughters come to know God.YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/tvR7kyKdIkQALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTESfollowHIM website: https://www.followHIM.co FREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKSNew Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBookOld Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastOTBookBook of Mormon: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastBMBook WEEKLY NEWSLETTERhttps://tinyurl.com/followHIMnewsletter SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followHIMpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastTIMECODE0:00 - Part 1 - Dr. Barbara Morgan Gardner3:40 Welcome Dr. Gardner5:51 Women of Covenant Leadership nonprofit9:07 Come, Follow Me Manual10:58 The Amsterdam Airport story13:41 Tender mercies aren't random14:50 Faith is trust in the Lord's timing16:47 Why we record sacred experiences19:02 The king's feast and Vashti's refusal21:33 Adam and Eve and the pattern24:12 Defining patriarchal order vs. patriarchy27:19 Vashti refuses to be objectified29:28 “She showed moxie”31:38 Every man in his own home33:56 D&C 121 applies to women, too34:41 Dad: “That's my wife”38:23 The king remembers Vashti40:57 Confidence, virtue, and charity42:51 Why prophets speak differently to men and women44:34 Lead the world, don't be led by it46:49 What presiding really means49:46 Barb and Dustin's marriage52:33 Mordecai adopts Esther55:07 Adoption and birthright57:30 Esther becomes queen1:00:01 Daughters should listen to their fathers1:03:43 Fathers, daughters, and the nature of God1:06:17 Boundaries are love1:07:20 The trampoline date story1:10:50 The blind girl on the train1:12:52 End of Part 1 - Dr. Barbara Morgan GardnerThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish TranscriptsAmelia Kabwika: Portuguese TranscriptsHeather Barlow: Communications DirectorSydney Smith: Social Media, Graphic Design "Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com

Send us Fan MailWhat does it really mean to be a tender wife?Our culture often equates tenderness with weakness, passivity, or being easily hurt. But the Bible paints a completely different picture. A tender heart is one that remains soft before God, compassionate toward others, and responsive to the Holy Spirit—even in a hard world.In this episode, we'll explore the biblical meaning of tenderness through Scripture, from King Josiah's tender heart to God's tender mercies and the tender branch that signals new life. You'll discover why tenderness isn't the absence of strength but strength fully surrendered to Christ, and how a soft heart becomes one of the enemy's greatest defeats.Because a High Level Wife isn't weak.She is tender before God, tenacious against the enemy, and committed to taking back the territory he stole. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

Die uittredende hoof van die Suid-Afrikaanse Nasionale Padagentskap, Reginald Demana, erken die agentskap was nie opgewasse om die padonderhoud-tender van 9,5-miljard Suid-Afrikaanse rand aan ʼn paneel van 20 maatskappye toe te ken nie. Die Hooggeregshof in Pretoria het die tender ongrondwetlik en onregmatig verklaar nadat twee konstruksiemaatskappye, BCB Solutions en Botle Ba Afrika Roads, Sanral se besluit om hul bod te verwerp, uitgedaag het. Demana sê die agentskap het in verskeie hofsake tweede gekom weens probleme met sy verkrygingsprosesse en -praktyke:

Today's Scripture: Mark 10:13–16 What do you do when being tender, dependent, or open feels risky? Today's Scripture shows Jesus welcoming the children others tried to push aside — and inviting us to receive the kingdom like a child. This episode helps you reconnect with the tender, curious, receptive part of you without abandoning wisdom, discernment, or strength. You'll learn: *Why childlike faith is not the same as being childish *How early experiences can teach us to hide tenderness or need *Why strength does not have to mean needing nothing *How Jesus welcomes the childlike part of you *What it means to receive love without earning it Go Deeper: Take the Family Roles Quiz at dralisoncook.com/quiz to better understand the role you learned to play early in life. Connect with Dr. Alison on Instagram: @dralisoncook Join 80,000+ Soul Menders in Dr. Alison's free email community for ongoing reflection and support. While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.‍ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailRight Order. Repentance. Mission. Core values. Daily, weekly, and monthly disciplines, rhythms, and habits. This is how a high level family does it God's way and flourishes forward together!  Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

What if the biggest barrier to Black men's mental health isn't toughness — it's the absence of touch? In this episode of Inner Voice, a heartfelt chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine, Dr. Foojan sit down with Aaron Johnson — public speaker, filmmaker, and touch activist — founder of The Chronically UnderTouched (CUT) Project, to unpack the “Black Brute” archetype, touch starvation, and the emotional healing Black men were never taught. Aaron opens up about losing his father in 2010, spending three years unable to cry, and the personal journey that led him to platonic touch, nervous system regulation, and healing through connection. Together, Aaron and Dr. Foojan trace how the hypersexualization of Black male identity was manufactured through Blaxploitation films and hip-hop culture — funded largely by non-Black systems — and internalized across generations as the “Black Brute” and “black buck” archetypes. We go deep into vulnerability, tears, grief, family systems, puberty and boundaries, and Aaron's therapeutic “body story” method, which uses singing, nature, and slow, consent-based touch practices to help Black men reclaim tenderness. Aaron also discusses his documentary “Dark and Tender” — a rare on-screen portrait of Black men of every age, class, and orientation holding hands and listening to one another — and why investing in Black male tenderness could reduce violence, consent violations, and mental health crises nationwide. This conversation is for anyone exploring emotional healing, toxic masculinity, touch deprivation, racial trauma, grief processing, and what true connection and vulnerability can look like for Black men in America. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 – Intro: Inner Voice with Dr. Foojan Zeine 08:06 – Welcome Aaron Johnson to the show 08:52 – Losing his father in 2010 & the tragedy that changed everything 09:38 – Unable to cry for 3 years: reclaiming emotional expression 11:02 – Discovering the need for platonic touch 11:46 – What is the “Black Brute” archetype? 12:26 – Mentoring a young man through touch healing 13:22 – Gender vs. race: who has access to platonic touch? 15:13 – Origins of hypersexualization: Blaxploitation & hip-hop culture 17:19 – Who funds the “Black Brute” narrative? 19:21 – Vulnerability & tears in Black family systems 20:47 – The hidden labor of Black mothers preserving tenderness 23:45 – Puberty, boundaries & the shift in family touch 26:52 – The “body story” therapeutic method explained 29:14 – Singing, nature & building safety before touch 30:34 – Slow, consent-based touch practices in action 32:41 – The documentary “Dark and Tender” 34:29 – Why Black men are missing from healing retreats 35:11 – Investing in Black men's tenderness to reduce violence 36:24 – The prototype we were given — and bought into 38:14 – Has the film's impact reached Black American men nationally? 39:02 – Touch, culture & capitalism around the world 42:44 – A message to parents raising Black male children 44:40 – Where to find Aaron Johnson & the CUT Project 45:09 – Closing: Follow, share, and leave a review About Aaron Johnson: Aaron Johnson (he/him) is a public speaker, facilitator, filmmaker, and touch activist focused on the emotional and relational lives of Black men, founder of The Chronically UnderTouched (CUT) Project, and co-founder of Holistic Resistance and Grief to Action. Learn more: www.cutproject.org About Dr. Foojan Zeine: Dr. Foojan Zeine is a psychotherapist, life and business coach, author, speaker, and founder of the International Awareness Integration Institute (IAII), a virtual wellness clinic offering psychotherapy, coaching, and mind-body practices grounded in Awareness Integration Theory (AIT).

Send us Fan MailDon't know how to pray or what to pray? This episode dives into exactly how I use God's own written word to form and guide my prayers back to Him. It's so simple but so powerful!  Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

Send us Fan MailGod corrected us and redirected us onto a path that has and is requiring bold, audacious faith and radical obedience to Him. Come listen as I throw the curtains wide open to our household and see God work!  Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

Send us Fan MailWhat if the goal of your marriage isn't simply a better relationship—but becoming more like Jesus?In this final episode, we bring the entire series together by looking at the heart of biblical marriage: daily surrender. Through John 3:30, Galatians 2:20, and the Gospel, you'll discover that flourishing isn't found in demanding more from your spouse but in giving more of yourself to Christ. As we decrease and He increases, our marriages become living testimonies of God's love, grace, and glory. Because the greatest gift you can give your spouse isn't a perfect version of you—it's a life fully surrendered to Jesus. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

Send us Fan MailHave you unknowingly asked your spouse to do what only God can do?In this episode, we uncover one of the greatest obstacles to intimacy: expecting our spouse to become our source of peace, security, identity, or worth. Marriage is a beautiful gift from God, but it makes a terrible god. Discover how putting Christ back on the throne frees you to delight in your spouse instead of depending on them, and why the strongest marriages are built by two people whose deepest needs are already being met by Jesus. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

Weekly devotion

Welcome to the Daily Disciple Podcast. As daily disciples, we seek to adore and follow Jesus, our teacher, into the abundant life that he offers. Because we find Jesus irresistible, fascinating, and incredibly practical, we want to be students of his Scripture. Today's episode is found in Luke 6 "Tender & Fierce Part 2."

Send us Fan MailWho goes first in marriage?The Gospel has already answered that question. Jesus did.In this practical episode, we'll explore why waiting keeps marriages stuck, how Christ's pursuit of us frees us to pursue our spouse without keeping score, and what it looks like to love first—not because our spouse deserves it, but because Christ first loved us. Healthy marriages aren't built on reciprocity; they're built on grace. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I lead Christian wives  to become TENDER, TENACIOUS & TAKING BACK TERRITORY the enemy has stolen. To live by God's design in marriage through right order, repentance & radical obedience.First step? Grab the 30 Day Guide: War Room RESET: daily action to regulate, realign, and reconnect. 

Welcome to the Daily Disciple Podcast. As daily disciples, we seek to adore and follow Jesus, our teacher, into the abundant life that he offers. Because we find Jesus irresistible, fascinating, and incredibly practical, we want to be students of his scripture. Today's episode is found in Luke 5 "Tender & Fierce."

Summary: Through the lives of David and King Saul, we see that a heart focused on God — through prayer, patience, and trust — will always outlast a heart driven by fear, jealousy, and personal agenda.Series: King of HeartsTitle: Part 12: The Heart of the MatterDate: 7/22/26, 6:30pm, Wednesday Bible StudySpeaker: Pastor Jeff BoothApproximate Outline:00:00 - Introduction & Welcome02:00 - Come Ready to Give05:30 - The Heart of the Matter09:00 - Four Dangers: Losing Your Mission13:00 - Stopping Prayer, Starting Assumptions17:00 - Manipulated by Wrong Voices20:30 - Fighting the Wrong Battles23:00 - Four Traits: Trust God's Timing31:00 - Faith Over Feelings35:00 - A Tender, Focused Heart

The Tender & Fierce cohort is coming up again this fall! In this interview, Christi talks about how Tender & Fierce got started and answers questions about the Tender & Fierce cohort. She also shares how to awaken the tender and fierce part of who you are, why it begins with curiosity, and how it is enhanced through community.Time Stamps:0:00 Introduction4:08 The genesis of and meaning behind Tender & Fierce10:04 What you can expect from Tender & Fierce16:42 Who is Tender & Fierce for?18:29 Why a Tender & Fierce retreat?21:25 How to awaken your heart to be tender & fierceShow Notes: Sign up for the Fall 2025 Tender & Fierce Cohort! Sign up here.https://www.famousathome.com/offers/dDt2Aobj/checkoutMen, sign up for the Living Legacy Cohort:https://www.famousathome.com/menscoachingSign up for our email list and Famous at Home Starter Bundle: https://www.famousathome.com/newsletter Download NONAH's single Find My Way Home by clicking here: https://bellpartners.ffm.to/findmywayhome

In this episode, Lisa explores how confirmation bias, boundaries, and self‑compassion shape the internal experience of intentional weight loss. She uses vivid real‑life examples to illustrate how the brain interprets neutral data as personal attack when trust with self is low. She breaks down the difference between judgment vs. awareness, guilt vs. shame, and niceness vs. neutrality, showing how healing the relationship with the “inner parent” allows accountability to feel safe rather than punishing. The episode centers on learning to be tenderly fierce: telling the truth with love, setting boundaries without collapse or aggression, and reclaiming emotional responsibility as the foundation for sustainable change. Topics Include:Confirmation Bias and Negativity BiasFierce vs. Tender Self‑CompassionGuilt vs. Shame in Behavior ChangeTenderly Fierce Boundary‑Setting[3:23] Lisa explains confirmation bias using the example of remembering one insult over a hundred compliments, showing how the brain prioritizes perceived threats to identity and safety. She describes NYC Knicks mania and how seeing blue and orange everywhere activates her brain's pattern‑matching, illustrating how bias becomes heightened when something is emotionally salient.[10:49] Lisa connects bias to food and accountability showing that when trust with self is low, neutral questions like “What did you eat today?” feel like attacks because the internal confirmation bias is primed for danger. She explains how internal beliefs shape perception, noting that if someone believes “I'm not enough,” they will unconsciously scan for evidence that confirms it, even when none exists.[14:39] Lisa reinforces perception vs. reality emphasizing that people interpret the world through their internal state, not objective truth—especially around food, weight, and accountability. She explains alert‑and‑relaxed as the balanced nervous‑system state needed for self‑leadership: aware of surroundings without collapsing into hypervigilance or shutting down. [20:20] Lisa connects nervous system concepts to cultural dynamics, showing how structure + flexibility apply universally across yoga, the gym, NYC culture, and internal emotional work. She explains objective boundaries are not rude; they are factual, grounded, and essential for emotional responsibility. Lisa connects boundaries to intentional weight loss explaining that clarity about what's yours vs. not yours is essential for sustainable change and self‑trust.[33:19] Lisa explains adaptive guilt showing that guilt signals misalignment and supports change, while shame shuts people down and reinforces fear. She defines shame as “I am bad,” which blocks growth and makes accountability feel dangerous. She explains how people turn neutral facts into personal attacks, creating emotional threats where none exists. [52:50] Lisa reinforces guilt vs. shame as essential distinctions for sustainable change and emotional safety. She explains emotional safety showing how neutrality allows accountability without collapse or defensiveness. Lisa clarifies why neutrality feels safer than inauthentic kindness and how misinterpreting neutrality creates unnecessary fear.[58:36] Lisa explains emotional safety showing how neutrality allows accountability without collapse or defensiveness. She clarifies niceness vs. authenticity explaining why neutrality feels safer than inauthentic kindness and how misinterpreting neutrality creates unnecessary fear.[1:07:18] Lisa closes the episode naming “tenderly fierce” as the middle path between collapse and aggression, and the foundation for sustainable self‑leadership.Join Us on Patreon! LISA IS NOW ACCEPTING: One-on-One Clients!⁠Purchase the OOTC book of 50 Journal Prompts⁠⁠Leave Questions and Feedback for Lisa via OOTC Pod Feedback Form ⁠Email Lisa: ⁠lisa@lisaschlosberg.com⁠⁠Out of the Cave Merch⁠ - For 10% off use code SCHLOS10Lisa's Socials: Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠YouTube⁠

A major new study just dropped on faith transmission across generations — and Josh breaks it down. Drawing from Passing the Torch (Institute for Family Studies), decades of research by Vern Bengston on relational warmth, and John Gottman's data on repair, this episode answers the question we're all asking as Christian parents: Will my kids keep the faith when they leave home? Josh not only covers the key research findings, but more importantly offers practical strategies and connects the dots between your own spiritual growth and the faith your kids carry into adulthood.*Thank you to Bernhardt Watches for sponsoring this episode! Click here and be sure to use the code FAMOUS at checkout for free shipping! https://www.bernhardtwatch.com/ Time Stamps:0:00 Introduction of faith5:18 Happenings with Famous at Home6:20 How God concept and relational warmth influences faith transmission9:31 The spiritual growth connection to faith transmission especially when we mess up12:45 Josh explains key findings from a new study by The Institute for Family Studies17:37 The influence of church attendance18:29 How the quality of the marriage influences faith transmission21:15 The practical implications of the research in our homes with our kids28:00 How healthy community influences faith transmission Show Notes: Men, sign up for the Living Legacy Cohort:https://www.famousathome.com/menscoaching Reserve your seat for Tender & Fierce Fall Cohort beginning August 17, 2026: https://www.famousathome.com/offers/V75F6bY2 Passing the Torch research study by The Institute for Family Studies:https://ifstudies.org/report-brief/passing-the-torch-how-faith-moves-across-generations#:~:text=Children%20who%20grew%20up%20in,in%20the%20divinity%20of%20Jesus Looking for a marriage intensive with Famous at Home? Apply now.  https://www.famousathome.com/coaching Sign up for Raising Future Legends!www.raisingfuturelegends.com Follow Josh on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/joshua.straub Follow Christi on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/christistraub Sign up for our email list and Famous at Home Starter Bundle: https://www.famousathome.com/newsletter Download NONAH's single Find My Way Home by clicking here: https://bellpartners.ffm.to/findmywayhome

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