Podcasts about third option

Michael Murphy is a systems administrator from Chicago's Austin neighborhood running for Cook County Board President - and he's taking on a Democratic machine where the current president has held power for 16 years and several races run completely unopposed. So what happens when an IT guy looks at the second-largest county in America and decides the whole thing just needs a reboot? In this episode, Brian sits down with Murphy to break down his community-first approach to county government - pushing power down to churches and local organizations instead of the county, capping property taxes at 1% of purchase value, and giving police "the teeth" to keep streets safe without militarizing them. Brian pushes him hard on the libertarian purity-test problem too... when do you stop leading with the carrot and bring out the stick? And what's the day-one plan against a bureaucracy with 16 years of relationships built in? They get into the property tax crisis crushing Black and Latino neighborhoods, the Seattle drug-decriminalization disaster versus the European model that works, and why Murphy thinks Zohran Mamdani's playbook - not his policies - is the lesson every outsider candidate should study. Whether you're in Cook County or watching from a thousand miles away, this is a case study in something bigger... how you break a political machine when you've got no money, no party, and no permission. Because if it can work here? It can work anywhere. Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 1:08 - Republican, Democrat, Now Libertarian: Murphy's Story 2:15 - Selling a Third Option in One-Party Cook County 5:37 - Pushing Power Down to Churches and Communities 7:40 - The Carrot and the Stick: When Government Force Is Needed 10:00 - "Clubhouse Libertarianism" and the Purity Test Problem 12:09 - Seattle's Drug Disaster vs. the European Model That Works 14:57 - The Blinking Red Light: Cook County's Property Tax Crisis 17:53 - Does "Cut Spending" Actually Land With Voters? 19:57 - The IT Guy's Day-One Plan to Attack the Leviathan 23:33 - Why Most Voters Check Out (and the 80/20 Reality) 27:49 - Persona vs. Policy: The Movie-Star Problem in Politics 29:15 - Taking On the Bureaucracy and 16 Years of Relationships 32:39 - Final Thoughts: The Mamdani Lesson and How to Win Local 36:30 - Where to Support the Campaign Episode Links Connect with Michael Murphy:

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You know what you should do. You're just not doing it. The gym bag is by the door. The draft is open on your screen. The email's been sitting there for three days. And somewhere underneath all of it is the same quiet assumption running the show: that you have to feel like it first. That motivation comes before action.  What if that's backwards? That's the premise behind Morita therapy, and it's the reason this conversation with Gregg Krech might rearrange how you think about getting things done. Gregg is the Executive Director of the ToDo Institute, a Naikan education and retreat center in Vermont.. He is also the author of several books, including: "Naikan: Gratitude, Grace, and the Japanese Art of Self-Reflection," "A Natural Approach to Mental Wellness," "The Art of Taking Action," and "Question Your Life."   For nearly thirty years Gregg has been teaching an approach called Morita therapy developed a century ago by a Japanese psychiatrist to treat severe anxiety, and it offers a genuinely different way of dealing with the feelings that stop us. Here's the core of it. When we have a difficult feeling, like anxiety, depression, anger, or the urge to quit, we think we have two options: express it or suppress it. Morita therapy offers a third. Acceptance.  You coexist with the feeling, and you take action anyway.  In this conversation we get into how you actually build that skill, not as a concept, but as something you train like free throws or piano. We cover why motivation is optional, what the maxim "lead with the body" means, why the smartest people often get the most stuck, and how to use your attention to relieve suffering in real time. We talk about recovering from real setbacks like job loss and divorce, and end on a surprisingly freeing idea about indecision: why what you do after you decide matters far more than the decision itself. Some highlights from the episode: 02:36 Origins of Morita Therapy 06:39 The third options  10:48 Thoughts vs actions  13:31 Purpose and feelings 17:24 Practice restraint and action 21:37 Directors vs actors  24:20 Willpower  27:27 Motivation and optionality 29:09 Lead with your body 30:38 Setbacks 33:29 Attention 35:37 Meditation  41:00 Breath practice 45:31 Resistance 48:24 Exercises over maxims 55:22 Indecision and commitment Enjoy! For show notes and more, visit larryweeks.com/podcasts/  

It's not healthy (or "sane") to follow the social norms of an unhealthy (or "insane") society. There is a third (secret) space available for us to boycott, sabotage, and refuse to align with what is wrong with the current "norms" but we have to be willing to look at the world differently to see it. We don't have to decide between escape and compliance. There is a middle ground that can push back against the worst aspects of our culture, and inspire others to seek out their own freewill and autonomy to do the same. Get Jenny Odell's Books Here.Buy Jenny Odell's book here.Listen to a different podcast episode about Jenny Odell's book.Read Julie's Medium Blog.Support JULIE (and the show!)Support + get some bonus stuff over on PATREON.Get an occasional personal email from me: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comTune in on INSTAGRAM AND YOUTUBE or TIKTOK.Info on War Tax Resistance.Donate to the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund and the Sudan Relief FundThe opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you prefer to watch the video you can find it at the bottom of this webpage. Episode Sponsors: 2026 Guardian Conference Ready Up Gear Dummy Rounds About This Episode: In this episode, we delve into the misunderstood concepts of “shoot to kill” versus “shoot to wound” in self-defense situations. I, along with my co-host Jacob Paulsen, analyze the tactical and legal ramifications of these phrases, emphasizing that aiming to injure can lead to serious consequences and does not lessen the lethality of the action. We argue that defensive shooting should prioritize stopping the threat rather than taking a life, advocating for a mindset centered around protecting oneself and others. By sharing real-world examples and drawing from recent training insights, we aim to clarify the importance of responsible intentionality in self-defense encounters, encouraging listeners to focus on neutralizing threats within ethical guidelines. As always, any questions or suggestions for future episodes can be submitted to podcast@concealedcarry.com! Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for joining us this week. Have some feedback you'd like to share? Leave a note in the comment section below. If you enjoyed the podcast the biggest compliment you could give us would be to subscribe to future episodes via a podcast app on your phone or via iTunes. You can find past podcast episodes by clicking here. Video Recording: Press PLAY on the video below to watch the video recording! {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"VideoObject","@id":"https://www.concealedcarry.com#/schema/video/4248030","name":"S13E16: The Third Option – Why Shooting to Kill or Wound is Wrong","description":"Concealed Carry Podcast brought to you by HK - "S13E16: The Third Option - Why Shooting to Kill or Wound is Wrong" Episode Sponsors: -2026 Guardian","thumbnailUrl":"https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rTRziuuwA4o/maxresdefault_live.jpg","uploadDate":"2026-04-25T07:55:59-06:00","embedUrl":"https://www.concealedcarry.com/player-embed/id/4248030/?autoplay=0","duration":"PT56M11S","interactionStatistic":{"@type":"InteractionCounter","interactionType":{"@type":"http://schema.org/WatchAction"},"userInteractionCount":9}}

When things feel out of control, most of us do one of two things: we retreat to what's familiar, or we come out swinging. But what if both of those instincts are actually traps — and there's a harder, stranger option that history keeps proving actually works? In this sermon, Pastor Anthony traces a thread from an ancient prophet to a Berlin prayer service that helped bring down a wall, asking what it really looks like to resist something without becoming it. The answer involves a donkey, 70,000 candles, and the idea that showing up — openly, stubbornly, joyfully — is its own kind of power. If you're feeling stuck between fight and flight right now, this one's worth your time.

Western man is told he faces a binary choice: ➡️ Religious pluralism ➡️ Establishmentarianism But what if that’s a false dilemma? In this episode of The Magistrate, Josh Howard and James Baird respond to Andrew T. Walker’s recent comments and the broader debate surrounding religion and the state. Drawing from historic Reformed and Presbyterian political theology, they argue that the modern conversation has lost an entire category — one that shaped early America and Protestant thought for centuries. This isn’t about choosing between two extremes. It’s about recovering a forgotten framework.

Western man is told he faces a binary choice:➡️ Religious pluralism➡️ Establishmentarianism But what if that's a false dilemma?In this episode of The Magistrate, Josh Howard and James Baird respond to Andrew T. Walker's recent comments and the broader debate surrounding religion and the state. Drawing from historic Reformed and Presbyterian political theology, they argue that the modern conversation has lost an entire category — one that shaped early America and Protestant thought for centuries.This isn't about choosing between two extremes. It's about recovering a forgotten framework.Watch all of our videos and subscribe to our channel for the latest content >HereHere

Western man is told he faces a binary choice: ➡️ Religious pluralism ➡️ Establishmentarianism But what if that’s a false dilemma? In this episode of The Magistrate, Josh Howard and James Baird respond to Andrew T. Walker’s recent comments and the broader debate surrounding religion and the state. Drawing from historic Reformed and Presbyterian political theology, they argue that the modern conversation has lost an entire category — one that shaped early America and Protestant thought for centuries. This isn’t about choosing between two extremes. It’s about recovering a forgotten framework.

Iran has been experiencing renewed waves of protest and strikes alongside intensifying repression, including a widely reported escalation in executions. This conversation explores what people inside the country are demanding, how resistance is being organised over time, and why many advocates argue there is a “third option” beyond either foreign military intervention or accommodation of authoritarian rule. It also centres women's leadership as a practical and strategic force—examining how plans, legitimacy, international advocacy, and collective discipline shape the prospects for democratic change, and what lessons this holds for changemakers working in difficult, high-stakes contexts elsewhere.About Our Guest: Zolal Habibi is an Iranian human rights activist and a leading international advocate for justice, democracy, and women's rights in Iran. She serves on the Foreign Affairs Committee of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), where she works to advance global support for a free, secular, and democratic Iranian republic. With more than two decades of sustained activism, her work has focused on amplifying the voices of political prisoners, dissidents, and civil society actors inside Iran, through engagement with international institutions, human rights forums, and global media. Her commitment to this work is deeply personal, shaped by the killing of her father—a prominent Iranian writer and political dissident—during the 1988 massacre, an event that solidified her lifelong resolve to challenge impunity and state violence. Zolal's advocacy has contributed to concrete outcomes, including international recognition of the 1988 massacre as a crime against humanity and the successful relocation of thousands of at-risk dissidents, demonstrating the capacity of sustained, principled advocacy to translate moral claims into tangible protection and change. Learn more: ncr-iran.org

The "Corporate Trap" vs. The "Stay-at-Home Struggle" For years, I thought I only had two options: 1️⃣ The Corporate Grind: High stress, travel, and the guilt of dropping my kids at daycare. 2️⃣ The Stay-at-Home Mom: Losing my professional identity, my income, and my "spark." I felt trapped because neither felt right. Then I discovered the Third Option. Entrepreneurship isn't just for "risky" extroverts. It's for the mom who wants to manage her own calendar and solve problems for others while her kids are napping (and her coffee is safely across the room). I'm writing about this journey in my new book, but you don't have to wait for the release to start your own third option. What's your "Third Option" dream? Let's talk in the comments.

Ben and Clinton discuss Duke's latest wins over California and SMU and they preview Saturday's bout at Stanford. They talk about the emergence of Isaiah Evans as Duke's second option and ask the question: Does Duke need a consistent third option and who will be that guy ?Follow @Duke_Wisdom on Twitter/X and Instagram Go to dukewisdom.org for articles and more!

What if there was a third option between grinding it out in corporate life and chasing extreme early retirement? What if you could work less, be more present with your family, and still feel confident about your financial future? In today's episode, I join Paula Pant on her top-ranked podcast, Afford Anything, to talk about the middle ground between traditional employment and full FIRE. We dive into Coast FIRE, part-time work, and what it really takes to own your time while raising kids. I share how my wife and I structured our lives to both work part time, stay involved with our kids, and still build long term wealth without burning out. This conversation is part of our Best of MKM series and was originally recorded live at FinCon in Portland. Paula and I walk through my 10-step framework for owning your time, including how to reduce financial anxiety, eliminate debt, invest with intention, and design a three-day work week that supports your family and your health. We also talk candidly about parenting, identity, lifestyle tradeoffs, and how to model a life of freedom and generosity for your kids. If you are tired of living for the weekend and want a realistic path to more time freedom, this conversation will open your eyes to what is possible. CHAPTERS

Tawny, Andrew and Kevin discuss Thanksgiving, Waymo and answer some listener questions. Check out the crew discussing the Star Trek pilots on the Sub-Optimal Bundle at suboptimalpods.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This week on Fluent & Chill, we dive into two massive NBA storylines: Are the Toronto Raptors actually legit contenders, or is this early-season surge fool's gold? We break down the roster, system, coaching changes, development curve, and whether the Raptors can hang with the East's elite. Then we shift to Los Angeles, where LeBron James is trying to settle into a “third option” role behind Anthony Davis and the new-look Lakers. Can LeBron really stay in that position, or is it only a matter of time before he takes control again? Tap in for elite analysis, real hoops talk, and Fluent & Chill's signature no-BS breakdowns.Raptors contenders or pretenders? Can LeBron stay the third option in LA? Fluent & Chill breaks it all down.#FluentAndChill #NBAPodcast #TorontoRaptors #WeTheNorth #RaptorsNation#LakersNation #LeBronJames #NBAAnalysis #BasketballTalk #SportsPodcast#NBATrending #HoopsDiscussion #CHLTWN32 #SportsF

In this episode, Charles and Dan unpack chapters four, five, and six of The Masculine in Relationship — and explore why so many men fall into the trap of becoming either strong-but-destructive or nice-but-ineffective. They dig into what it actually takes to embody the rare third option: a strong good man who leads with clarity, steadiness, emotional presence, and purpose.The conversation moves through the core foundations of masculine development: how purpose shapes direction, why reactivity erodes trust, what emotional safety really requires, and how structure frees the feminine to relax rather than brace. Charles and Dan get personal about their own patterns, the work men often avoid, and the uncomfortable moments that reveal whether you're reacting from old wounds or responding from grounded awareness.If you've ever wondered why certain dynamics repeat in your relationships — or what women are actually looking for when they say they want a man who “can lead” — this episode gives you the clarity, context, and challenge you need to step into a more integrated masculine expression.Support the show

#646: Picture this: your 11-year-old son comes home from a friend's house and asks why you don't have a basketball court in your basement like his buddy's family. Instead of just saying "we can't afford it," you explain that having one would mean dad goes back to working 60-hour weeks and traveling constantly. Your son thinks for a moment and says, "No thanks, I'd rather spend time with you." Andy Hill found himself having exactly this conversation with his son — and it perfectly captures the philosophy that led him and his wife to redesign their entire approach to work and family life. By age 40, Andy and his wife Nicole had built a $500,000 investment portfolio and paid off their house completely. But instead of continuing the corporate grind toward traditional retirement, they made a radical choice: They both switched to part-time work, roughly 20 to 25 hours per week each. Andy joins us to share a 10-step plan for anyone who wants to also switch to a model in which BOTH parents work part-time. We discuss the concept of Coast FIRE – the point where you've invested enough that your money will grow to a comfortable retirement without any additional contributions. Think of it as eliminating your biggest monthly "bill" – retirement savings. Once Andy and his wife hit this milestone, they could afford to earn less and live more. The conversation covers Andy's 10-step framework for achieving this lifestyle, from dreaming about what you actually want to eliminating debt to building what he calls "FU money" — the cash cushion that gives you confidence to make bold career moves. Resources mentioned: Andy Hill's book on Amazon: Own Your Time Marriage, Kids, and Money Podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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#639: Aisha is excited to share how some life-changing advice has played out for her career. She wonders now: what limiting beliefs has Paula and Joe had to overcome in their businesses? Lesley is attracted to community bonds as a way to build collective wealth for the underserved. But do the same risks exist as they do in the traditional bond market? An anonymous caller is intrigued by the promise of Employee Stock Ownership Plans. Is this the answer to a smooth exit from her business that also leaves a legacy for her employees? Former financial planner Joe Saul-Sehy and I tackle these three questions in today's episode. Enjoy! P.S. Got a question? Leave it here. Resources mentioned in the show: Aisha's original call in Episode 473 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I wonder what they're going to talk about way up North? There will be serious issues covered. What a shame she can't go. The historic meeting has lots of wrinkles. Fun gathering in a safe satellite geometry. Also a lack of undersea cables. The aliens in DC look like black people. That is a The great op. Frankincense and Myrrh offers a sleeping breath. Special blankets from grandma. DOGE is a target again. The Hatch Act will be involved. What they are saying is new, is definitely not. Shutting down unwanted narratives. How are you productive to society? The President will tell us everything. Nobody else is any good. We need a third option. If you are there to solve a problem, you think about humanity. The face skin that has never looked so good. A newly neutralized Turkey will be a topic in Alaska. Let's pretend the aliens show up. What would they look like? Staying silent on the reactive events. Don't fly Alaska Airlines. MI6 is doing a lot of shit right now. it's going to be a fun 911 this year. It's all happening right now. Critical thinking by people who share frog memes. Watch cringe story reels for a fun evening. True Journalism means being unbounded. It's principal first, and then you must add the large doses of perseverance.

- Was Aaron Rodgers the third option for the Steelers behind Matthew Stafford and Justin Fields? We later hear from Mike Tomlin after minicamp wrapped up. – Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo from the PG joined the show. Ray shared his initial impressions of Aaron Rodgers, and what changes (if any) Arthur Smith could make to suit Rodgers' strengths. Ray doesn't see too many differences in watching Rodgers vs Mason Rudolph right now. He also notes to be on the lookout for Calvin Austin III to potentially become the WR2. Regarding T.J. Watt, Ray thinks a deal with Watt and the team will eventually get done. Ray says undrafted TE JJ Galbreath has stood out a little so far. – An Oakmont check-in with Jeff Hathhorn. – Hodgepodge of Nothingness.

Poni claims to have had an Aaron Rodgers epiphany over the weekend. We hear what Adam Schefter said about Aaron Rodgers being the third option for the Steelers now. It's pretty clear the Steelers are going to try and move up in the draft. The Bengals are cutting linebacker Jermaine Pratt.

Hour 3 with Donny Chedrick: In total QBR, measuring a quarterback's efficiency, Aaron Rodgers was 28th with a 48 QBR. Russell Wilson and Kirk Cousins had better QBRs. Where does Aaron Rodgers rank in AFC quarterbacks? We hear what Adam Schefter said about Aaron Rodgers being the third option for the Steelers now. It's pretty clear the Steelers are going to try and move up in the draft.

In this powerful episode of the Impact 360 Institute Podcast, host Jonathan Morrow sits down with Miles McPherson. Miles shares his raw and redemptive story: from chasing football dreams and finding Christ through the bold witness of teammates.They unpack what true discipleship looks like, the role of the local church in a divided culture, and why every believer must boldly share the gospel, starting with "just one." Miles also shares wisdom from his book The Third Option, challenging us to honor others by focusing on our similarities rather than our differences. This conversation is filled with encouragement, clarity, and a call to courageous living.Resources Mentioned:The Third Option by Miles McPhersonRock Church San DiegoImpact 360 Institute Online CoursesConnect with Us:Follow us on Instagram: @impact360instituteSubscribe on YouTube: Impact 360 InstituteLearn more about our programs: www.impact360.orgContact: info@impact360.org

Most people fear a $43 million debt. Harvey Firestone called it “invigorating.” When his company faced collapse in 1920 and his executives panicked, Firestone seized control. He fired the sales manager, slashed prices 25%, and personally ran the sales department. It worked—not because he managed through fear, but through clarity.   Firestone was the founder of the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company—an outsider who built one of America's iconic industrial empires by doing the opposite of what everyone else did. This episode isn't about tires. It's about how Firestone quietly built one of the great businesses of the 20th century by asking two deceptively simple questions: Is it necessary? Can it be simplified?  This episode breaks down the invisible principles behind Firestone's success: positioning over talent, inputs over outcomes, discipline over drama. If you lead a team or simply want to lead yourself better, this story is a masterclass in building enduring advantages.   This episode is for informational purposes only and is based on Men and Rubber: The Story of Business by Harvey Firestone.  Check out highlights from these books in our repository, and find key lessons from Firestone here—⁠⁠⁠https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/outliers-harvey-firestone/ (03:00) PART 1: The Best Businessman I Ever Knew(06:50) The Vanilla Extract Lesson(10:23) When Premium Doesn't Matter (12:05) PART 2: Right Beneath the Wheels(14:21) The Back of an Envelope(16:36) If Two of Us Stay, Neither Makes Money(18:39) Betting on what Doesn't Change(20:55) The Accidental Breakfast(24:53) The Third Option (28:19) PART 3: The Innovators Dilemma: Pneumatic Tires(32:24) The Ford Connection: A Partnership of Outsiders(35:23) Navigating the Crisis(37:17) The Underdog's Advantage(39:24) The Million Dollar Milestone(43:10) Weathering the Panic of 1907(45:55) The Simplicity Imperative (51:25) PART 4: The Ship-by-Truck Revolution(54:31) The Boom That Hid Everything(56:11) The 25% Solution(01:01:42) Cutting to the Bone (01:04:25) PART 5: Why He Never Stopped(01:06:54) The Human Element(01:08:09) The Legacy (01:10:05) Reflections, afterthoughts, and lessons Upgrade—If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of all episodes, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/membership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. Newsletter—The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it's completely free. Learn more and sign up at ⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/newsletter Follow Shane on X at: x.com/ShaneAParrish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kirk Huntsman, CEO of Vivos Therapeutics, a pioneer in the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. With decades of experience in the dental and medtech space, Kirk has led Vivos to secure multiple FDA clearances including the first ever for treating moderate to severe pediatric sleep apnea using an oral applianceIn this episode, we uncover why sleep apnea is a silent global epidemic, why it's so underdiagnosed and how Vivos is transforming the way we approach treatment, shifting from CPAP-based management to true rehabilitation. Kirk also shares how Vivos is achieving life-changing results in less than a year, and why even mild, untreated sleep apnea can lead to serious downstream health issues like hypertension, depression and cognitive decline. We also discuss societal misperceptions, global prevalence and exciting innovations that could one day lead to a cureTimestamps:[00:00:27] What Is Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Why It's Dangerous[00:03:07] Why Sleep Apnea Remains Widely Undiagnosed[00:06:49] Changing the Narrative Around Snoring and Awareness[00:08:49] FDA Breakthroughs: Treating Children and Adults Differently[00:13:13] CPAP vs Vivos: Why Patients Need a Third Option[00:17:26] From Dentistry to MedTech: The Journey to Founding Vivos[00:26:07] The Future of Sleep Medicine and Ending Apnea PermanentlyGet in touch with Kirk - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirkhuntsman Get in touch with Karandeep Badwal - https://www.linkedin.com/in/karandeepbadwal/ Follow Karandeep on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@KarandeepBadwalSubscribe to the Podcast

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EP296 Building Empowered Teams That Drive Growth with Eden Lovejoy Release date:  April 1, 2025 Guest: Eden Lovejoy, Founder of Virtual GM Matrix Host: Marcia Riner, Business Growth Strategist, Infinite Profit®

Deacon Angelo Giambrone was ordained a permanent deacon for the Diocese of Orange in 2015.  He is assigned to St. Vincent de Paul Church in Huntington Beach.  He and wife Cindy have supported several ministries in the parish, including bringing communion to the sick and homebound and as chairs of the annual September-fest. They also run the Alpha Marriage course at the parish and are involved with the Worldwide Marriage Encounter ministry. Their guests are couple Doug & Jody Brown talking about their lives and their ministry "The Third Option", which helps those who are struggling with their marriages. Wedding Banns airs live weekdays at 7:30am and3:00pm Pacific Time go to spiritfilledevents.com website or download our Spirit Filled Radio App for Android or Apple Devices.APPLE LINK FOR APPGOOGLE PLAY LINK FOR APPArchives of shows from Spirit Filled Radio are available on podcast at spiritfilledevents.com

Austin Reaves has been playing so well in the last week that many in the know about the NBA is calling him the best 3rd best player on a championship team. Plus, Host of the "All NBA Podcast," Adam Mares came on to help Andy preview Lakers/Nuggets, if the Nuggets are experiencing fatigue and what Denver thinks of the Lakers adding Luka Doncic . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do you respond to a challenge? Do you put your head down and push through? Or do you retreat and give up? In today's episode, Tanya shares how Judges 7:1-8 encourages us to choose the third option: honesty and engagement. Read the Bible with us in 2025! This year, we're exploring the Historical Books—Joshua, Judges, 1 & 2 Samuel, and 1 & 2 Kings. Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passages: Judges 7:1-8

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In his book, Leadership and Emotional Sabotage, Dr. Joe Rigney states that one of the first responsibilities of a leader is to determine what is and what is not the mission. In this world, a man is responsible for his family, whether he chooses to fulfill that role, or abdicate from it. The world is in crisis, sure, but how we describe said crisis will determine how we go about solving it, if we can. As much as we hear the call for strong men in the Church, or the country, or in Gun Culture, Dr. Rigney reframes our perception of leadership in this uncertain world. Find the book Leadership and Emotional Sabotage at Cannon Press here: www.cannonpress.comUse Code 2025deaddrop10 for 10% off your order at obsidianarms.comThis episode has been sponsored by Obsidian Arms, a manufacturer of tools, parts and firearms, as well as operating as an OEM shop for those looking to bring excellence to the market. Their Minnesota-based shop builds and cuts parts out of U.S.-sourced materials. Their gunsmith tools, custom firearms, and capabilities can be found at www.obsidianarms.comSupport the REDACTED Culture Cast at redactedculture.locals.comSSP and boutique products at redactedllc.comFollow us on Instagram at @redactedllc

When we are offered a choice between two things we often forget there is a third option.

Kat Wordsworth is passionate about making doubt a more accepted and less feared conversation in Christian culture. She shares her story of messy, doubtful faith on Instagram (@about_doubt) and lives in England with her husband and children.  Kat is the author of Let's Talk About Doubt which you can purchase here: https://a.co/d/6ylZZ6X. ___________________________________________________ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GO HERE⁠ for ways to work with me (https://paperbell.me/meagan-skidmore) including the "Determine Your Values Guide." Special offer for October 2024: Pay-what-you-can coaching session: https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/103462. Please help the podcast grow by following, leaving a 5 star review on Spotify or Apple podcasts and sharing with friends. Learn more about me at https://⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠meaganskidmorecoaching.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠ Beyond the Shadow of Doubt™ is a proud member of the Dialogue Podcast Network found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DialogueJournal.com/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, part of the Dialogue Journal, founded by Mormon writer, teacher and scholar, Eugene England. Hopeful Spaces, a monthly support group facilitated by Meagan Skidmore Coaching, is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dallas Hope Charities⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ component of Hopeful Discussions sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA. Send an email to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠chc@dallashopecharities.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to join.

Send us a Text Message.Ever wondered how evolving privacy laws impact your company's risk profile and compliance strategies? Join us for a captivating discussion with Ray, the Chief Compliance and Data Privacy Officer at TopCon Healthcare, and K, a seasoned privacy attorney with a unique nursing background. Ray shares his journey from the early days of HIPAA to his current challenges at TopCon, while K offers insights on transitioning seamlessly between legal and non-legal roles. Together, they unravel the complex interplay between legal and consulting roles in data protection, offering valuable insights for anyone navigating the privacy landscape.From the merits of hiring consultants versus law firms to manage privacy programs to the intricacies of data inventories and impact assessments, this episode tackles the pressing issues companies face today. We explore real-world scenarios, like the innovative Harmony platform at TopCon Healthcare, demonstrating how new business activities can shift a company's risk profile. Ray and Kay provide a balanced perspective on when to engage consultants for their hands-on expertise and when to turn to law firms for their regulatory acumen.But it's not all serious business—Ray shares a hilarious anecdote about the precise positioning of toilet paper, adding a touch of humor to our deep dive into privacy tech evolution and the essential collaboration between privacy and security officers. Whether you're a privacy professional or someone interested in the dynamic between legal and consulting roles, this episode is packed with insights, practical advice, and a few laughs. Tune in and gain a fresh perspective on the ever-changing world of privacy compliance and consultancy. Support the Show.

NOTE: This episode was recorded before July 13th and political issues are discussed with no reference to the events that transpired. Do you have undeniable self-belief in what you're pursing in the future because you are apart of it? Whether it's your relationship, business, family, or another part of your life, this can absolutely be the key ingredient to your success. Not only daily success but playing what we discuss as the "infinite game". Are you playing finite games or the infinite game? If you are playing the long game, have you operationalized it with how you think and approach your life? Today's episode is a wide ranging conversation with our thoughts after watching the debate, spending time in perspective, and pondering how long our society can operate the way it's currently been run.   ---------------------   Rate, Review, and Follow on Apple Podcasts   “I love these conversations!” If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing the show. This helps us support more people in their efforts to create a meaningful life. Also, if you haven't already done so, subscribe to our WTHN Newsletter!   Join the WTHN Membership here! For additional support, you can apply for 1:1 coaching with Lauren by clicking here. Or, you can join the waitlist for our next round of WTHN Coaching by clicking here.   ---------------------   Time Stamps:   (1:26) Insane Water Bill The Past 2 Months (3:48) Interesting Times (Recorded Before July 13th) (7:25) Beliefs Around Positivity and Opting Out (10:10) Infinite vs Finite Games (11:38) Spending A Lot Of Time in Perspective (15:35) Operationalizing The Long Game (16:40) What Do We Do With This Awareness? (22:10) Fighting Big Pharma (30:53) Dire Urgency (38:55) Nothing Is Missing (47:55) Being Stuck In Survival (57:27) Please Subscribe, Share, and Message Us --------------------- Join Our Free WTHN Facebook Group   Follow Lauren on Instagram   Follow Joseph on Instagram   Follow WTHN on Instagram

There's so much to do... in real life! At least Kura has been playing and getting all the bronze!

In today's episode of the World of Empowerment podcast, Ahonu quotes from the profound wisdom of F. Scott Fitzgerald, examining the concept of holding two opposed ideas in the mind simultaneously—a hallmark of true intelligence. Inspired by an email from Robert Kiyosaki, Ahonu explores the metaphor of the three-sided coin: heads, tails, and the edge.

In this conversation, Jason and Bryant Spratlin discuss the goodness of God and the journey of rethinking God's wrath as love, the impact of misinterpretation and bad theology, hearing God's voice, parenting and apologizing, choosing to love and staying connected, identity, loving the religious, imaginary prayer, the fear of being wrong, rethinking hell, apokatastasis-the restoration of all things, the pleasure of our Father, awakening to the present love reality, and Jesus as the perfect minister. The guys discuss the story of the woman caught in adultery to reveal the paradigm of union as the third option Jesus offers all of us. Overall, this conversation highlights the importance of understanding God's goodness and the transformative power of grace. Please rate, review, share, and subscribe! Podcast intro and outro music by Wilde Assembly --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rethinking-god/support

We reveal the first half of our yearly Top-25 NBA Players list. Plus, discuss if Kristaps Porzingis is the best third option in the league and much more! Tune in to the latest Causeway Street Podcast #BlackLivesMatter #StopAsianHate #StopAntisemitism #PeaceInTheMiddleEast #WeStandWithUkraine Subscribe to our podcast via: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/causeway-street-podcast/id1101566051 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/causeway-street-a-boston-celtics-pod Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5N5SyS93VJTzupebksWZ03 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9jYXVzZXdheXN0cmVldC5saWJzeW4uY29tL3Jzcw Support us via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/causeway Follow us on Twitter: @CausewayStreet, @Joe_Sway, @SeanDutra, @Joel_CSP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good News Bay: Episode 39: Dr. Ted Randall"We are making Bay County brighter one marriage at a time!"In this episode of Good News Bay, Dr. Steve sits down with Ted Randall who is the Marriage Pastor at Northstar Church and one of the Founders of The Bay County Marriage and Family Initiative (BCMFI). In this episode they talk about what the BCMFI is, they discuss different resources for marriages, and talk about National Marriage Week (Feb. 7th-14th).Podcast Resources:-Advantages in Marriage: http://adventureinmarriage.com/adventures-in-marriage/-Visionary Marriages: https://visionaryfam.com/marriage/-The Third Option: https://www.baythirdoption.com-Live the Life: https://www.livethelife.orgEpisode Timeline:-Part 1: Introduction/ Bio-Part 2: BCMFI (Bay County Marriage & Family Initiative) -Part 3:  Resources -Part 4:  National Marriage Week (Feb. 7-14)About Dr. Steve Taylor:Steve Taylor is the senior pastor at Emerald Coast Fellowship.  Steve and his wife, Christi, live in Panama City, Florida and have two children.  Steve has served at ECF since 2007.  He designed the Good News Podcast specifically to lift and change the conversation...to make it more positive related to our community.  It's his prayer through this podcast we can make Bay County brighter one conversation at a time!  Learn more about Steve: https://www.emeraldcoastfellowship.com/our-staff/  Subscribe to the Good News Bay Podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, & YoutubeConnect with Good News Bay Podcast Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwr1Y9C9DUUxEVfV_Ce8AkA Subscribe on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-news-bay/id1563958015Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/38aYHFhFNBBe9gUZv9TUq6?si=b2qyBvxnQ0en1h8cv1C9HQ&nd=1Subscribe on Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/u/3/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xNzQ3ODkzLnJzcw?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwiQlLe22o3wAhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ  Connect with Emerald Coast Fellowship Website: https://www.emeraldcoastfellowship.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myecfInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/emeraldcoastfellowship/Connect with Dr. Steve TaylorMore about Steve: https://www.emeraldcoastfellowship.com/our-staff/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrSteveTaylorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevetaylorecf

This episode is brought to you by Whoop, Beekeepers, and Cozy Earth. Nowadays, discussions around politics and viewpoints have become increasingly divisive and hostile. Often, differing perspectives are immediately shut down or met with personal attacks, even when we know that progress and growth come from listening to other viewpoints and approaching topics with curiosity. Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with his good friend and author Denise Gitsham to discuss politics, polarization, and critical thinking. Denise shares experiences and lessons she learned while working at the highest levels of the federal government and how those experiences helped her change her mindset. Dhru and Denise discuss the importance of listening with curiosity and engaging with people with differing viewpoints to seek out the truth. They also discuss how polarization has disrupted civility and what we can do to bring it back to our conversations even when we disagree. Denise is the founder of Vitamin D Public Relations, a boutique communications firm that operates at the intersection of law, policy, politics, and the media. She has worked at the highest levels of the federal government, including the White House, the US Department of Justice, and the US Senate, and she's also run for Congress. A recovering attorney and long-time politico, Denise's passion is bridging division and fostering unity by emphasizing principles over partisanship. She recently released her first book, "Politics for People Who Hate Politics: How to Engage Without Losing Your Friends or Selling Your Soul." In this episode, Dhru and Denise dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):Why it's important to engage with people from different political views and backgrounds (5:10 / 5:10)The true story about polarization (6:23 / 6:23) The importance of skepticism and critical thinking in seeking the truth (19:17 / 16:53)How opinions are more visible (29:52 / 27:10) Why people are so triggered in day-to-day conversations (31:40 / 28:50)How do you stay informed by staying curious (37:00 / 32:33 )The importance of having multiple perspectives (39:45 / 36:00)Yearning for unity (53:50 / 49:30) Purposely engaging with people who have different viewpoints (57:43 / 53:15)The Third Option and committing to what is in the best interest of us (1:13:48 / 1:09:36) Bringing humanity back into the conversation (1:28:34 / 1:24:20) Where to follow Denise (1:35:05 / 1:30:54) Also mentioned in this episode:Politics For People Who Hate Politics WHOOP is a personalized digital fitness tracker. To get yours, go to join.whoop.com/dhru and get your first month free.Go to beekeepersnaturals.com/DHRU and enter code “DHRU” to get Beekeeper's Naturals' exclusive offer of 20% off sitewide.Right now, get 40% off your Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to cozyearth.com and use code DHRUP. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if you had an extra pair of hands, a resource to take over tasks that consume precious hours of your day? Imagine having more time for your family, your dreams, and your work passions. Sound impossible? Enter Tricia Sciortino, the CEO of Belay Solutions, who has figured out the secret: delegation. Tricia shares her journey from climbing the corporate ladder to leading a thriving business, Belay Solutions, all while maintaining her family life.This week, Tricia reveals the secrets of her success, insights on delegation, and her 'third option' philosophy. Learn how she shifted her mindset from delegating out of guilt to delegating out of trust, empowering her team, and creating a balanced life. She narrates her journey as a woman in leadership, finding the perfect harmony between her career and motherhood through strategic delegation. As we journey through the world of virtual assistants, Tricia unveils the benefits and practical ways of building a successful relationship with them. She elaborates on how to recognize and redirect ambitious team members who might be straying from the path. We also delve into the complexities of hybrid workspaces, discussing the importance of understanding a leader's delegation language and style. Tricia shares the importance of being intentional and communicating frequently with both in-person and virtual teams to create an extraordinary culture. Join us for this LeadCulture conversation that will shift your perspective on leadership, delegation, and balance.About Tricia:As CEO of BELAY, Tricia strive's to lead and inspire her team to provide extraordinary services while finding great talent along the way. She empowers her team to live their mission: Glorifying God by providing solutions that equip our clients with the confidence to climb higher.For ten years, Tricia served as District Manager for the retail chain Pacific Sunwear, however, when her first child was born, she – like many other parents – found herself struggling to balance a high-profile career with her new role as a mother.Enter: BELAY. As BELAY's first employee and virtual assistant – and then onto serve as Director, Vice President, President, COO, and now CEO – Tricia has spent the last nearly 10 years ‘walking the walk' of what they call the Third Option: the ability to cultivate a balanced life with a successful career while making family and personal relationships a priority.As a leader, she is passionate about each of us owning and forging our own paths, careers, and professional development, putting each of their valued employees and contractors in the driver's seat to cultivate the balance of work and life that best suits them.Learn more about Belay at belaysolutions.comDownload Delegate to Elevate EbookWe need your help to get the Lead Culture podcasts in front of more leaders! There are three simple things you can do that truly help us: Review us on Apple podcasts Subscribe - we're available wherever you listen to podcasts. Share - let your friends know about the podcast by sharing your favorite episode on social media!

Summary Loch Johnson (Website, LinkedIn) joins Andrew (Twitter; LinkedIn) to discuss covert action aka “The Third Option.” He is the author of over 30 books on intelligence. What You'll Learn Intelligence What is covert action Four types of covert action Foreign policy options: “War Power,” “Treaty Power,” and “Spy Power.”  Examples of CA: Guatemala (1954), Indochina (1965), Afghanistan (2001), Iran (2020) Reflections Accountability The value of learning from past mistakes  And much, much more … Episode Notes There is perhaps no better guest to join Andrew in this week's exploration of covert action than Professor Emeritus at the University of Georgia Loch Johnson. Loch's latest book, The Third Option: Covert Action and American Foreign Policy, examines the history of the complicated and sometimes controversial usage of covert action by the U.S. international affairs.  Loch's decades-long career in foreign policy and intelligence has brought him to the forefront of some of the most seminal moments within US intelligence reform: he served as special assistant to the chair of the Church Committee, staff director of the House Subcommittee on Intelligence Oversight, and worked directly with the chair of the Aspin-Brown Commission. In this two-part episode of SpyCast, Andrew and Loch unpack what makes a covert action operation successful, and how we can learn from intelligence failures and past mistakes.  And…  How many people have a society named after them? Loch does!  Quote of the Week "History doesn't like to be shaped, it has a power all of its own, but we try to shape it at least at the margins, and we do that through covert action, sometimes called the third option…and it really comes in four packages. Package number one is propaganda… And then comes political covert actions…Thirdly is economic covert action…And then fourthly, and most dramatically, are paramilitary operations. These are war-like activities." – Loch Johnson. Resources  SURFACE SKIM  *Featured Resource*  The Third Option, L. Johnson (Oxford, 2022)  *Beginner Resources* Covert Action, E. Rosenbach & A. Peritz, Belfer Center (2009) [Background Memo] Looking back at the Church Committee, National Constitution Center (2019) [Blog Post] The Iran-Contra Affair, B. Craig, The Miller Center (2017) [Article]  *SpyCasts* The Spymaster's Prism: CIA Legend Jack Devine (2021) First Casualty: Inside the CIA Mission to Avenge 9/11 (2021) Author Debriefing: The Art of Intelligence: Lessons from a Life in the CIA's Clandestine Service (2012) DEEPER DIVE Books A Covert Action: Reagan, the CIA and Poland, S. Jones (W.W. Norton, 2018) The Church Committee Confronts America's Spy Agencies, L. Johnson (UP of Kentucky, 2015) The Brilliant Disaster: JFK, Castro, and the Bay of Pigs, J. Rasenberger (Scribner, 2012) Executive Secrets: Covert Action and the Presidency, W. Daugherty (UP of Kentucky, 2006) Covert Action, G. Treverton (1987) Articles The Disturbing Story Of The Heart Attack Gun Invented By The CIA During The Cold War, M. Dunn, All That's Interesting (2022)  Video Iran-Contra: Reagan's Scandal and the Unchecked Abuse of Presidential Power, US National Archives (2015)  ‘Covert Action' By U.S. To Assist Ukraine Could Be In Play, MSNBC News (2022)  Primary Sources  Commission on the U.S. Intelligence Community (1994-1996) Senate Select Committee with Respect to Intelligence Activities (1976) “Huge C.I.A. Operation Reported in U.S. against Antiwar Forces," S. Hersh, NYT (1974) FBI Records: COINTELPRO (1956-1971) Note on U.S. Covert Actions *Wildcard Resource* A 90s cartoon, evil beings threaten humanity, only the Wild C.A.T.s can save them: i.e., Covert Action Teams! “Covert action” as a concept has become part of the entertainment industry

Summary Loch Johnson (Website, LinkedIn) joins Andrew (Twitter; LinkedIn) to discuss covert action aka “The Third Option.” He is the author of over 30 books on intelligence. What You'll Learn Intelligence What is covert action Four types of covert action Foreign policy options: “War Power,” “Treaty Power,” and “Spy Power.”  Examples of CA: Guatemala (1954), Indochina (1965), Afghanistan (2001), Iran (2020) Reflections Accountability The value of learning from past mistakes  And much, much more … Episode Notes There is perhaps no better guest to join Andrew in this week's exploration of covert action than Professor Emeritus at the University of Georgia Loch Johnson. Loch's latest book, The Third Option: Covert Action and American Foreign Policy, examines the history of the complicated and sometimes controversial usage of covert action by the U.S. international affairs.  Loch's decades-long career in foreign policy and intelligence has brought him to the forefront of some of the most seminal moments within US intelligence reform: he served as special assistant to the chair of the Church Committee, staff director of the House Subcommittee on Intelligence Oversight, and worked directly with the chair of the Aspin-Brown Commission. In this two-part episode of SpyCast, Andrew and Loch unpack what makes a covert action operation successful, and how we can learn from intelligence failures and past mistakes.  And…  How many people have a society named after them? Loch does!  Quote of the Week "History doesn't like to be shaped, it has a power all of its own, but we try to shape it at least at the margins, and we do that through covert action, sometimes called the third option…and it really comes in four packages. Package number one is propaganda… And then comes political covert actions…Thirdly is economic covert action…And then fourthly, and most dramatically, are paramilitary operations. These are war-like activities." – Loch Johnson. Resources  SURFACE SKIM  *Featured Resource*  The Third Option, L. Johnson (Oxford, 2022)  *Beginner Resources* Covert Action, E. Rosenbach & A. Peritz, Belfer Center (2009) [Background Memo] Looking back at the Church Committee, National Constitution Center (2019) [Blog Post] The Iran-Contra Affair, B. Craig, The Miller Center (2017) [Article]  *SpyCasts* The Spymaster's Prism: CIA Legend Jack Devine (2021) First Casualty: Inside the CIA Mission to Avenge 9/11 (2021) Author Debriefing: The Art of Intelligence: Lessons from a Life in the CIA's Clandestine Service (2012) DEEPER DIVE Books A Covert Action: Reagan, the CIA and Poland, S. Jones (W.W. Norton, 2018) The Church Committee Confronts America's Spy Agencies, L. Johnson (UP of Kentucky, 2015) The Brilliant Disaster: JFK, Castro, and the Bay of Pigs, J. Rasenberger (Scribner, 2012) Executive Secrets: Covert Action and the Presidency, W. Daugherty (UP of Kentucky, 2006) Covert Action, G. Treverton (1987) Articles The Disturbing Story Of The Heart Attack Gun Invented By The CIA During The Cold War, M. Dunn, All That's Interesting (2022)  Video Iran-Contra: Reagan's Scandal and the Unchecked Abuse of Presidential Power, US National Archives (2015)  ‘Covert Action' By U.S. To Assist Ukraine Could Be In Play, MSNBC News (2022)  Primary Sources  Commission on the U.S. Intelligence Community (1994-1996) Senate Select Committee with Respect to Intelligence Activities (1976) “Huge C.I.A. Operation Reported in U.S. against Antiwar Forces," S. Hersh, NYT (1974) FBI Records: COINTELPRO (1956-1971) Note on U.S. Covert Actions *Wildcard Resource* A 90s cartoon, evil beings threaten humanity, only the Wild C.A.T.s can save them: i.e., Covert Action Teams! “Covert action” as a concept has become part of the entertainment industry

Today, guest speaker Pastor Miles McPherson, shares how we can honor our similarities and unite for race reconciliation in this message, ‘The Third Option City.'  Pastor Miles, Lead Pastor of Rock Church, draws on biblical truths as well as personal expertise in the area of race reconciliation, as an author and speaker. We're blessed to have him with us today. Let's lean into the message together.

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