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When your spouse is getting on your nerves, it's good to remember the qualities that attracted you to him or her. Karen Leann Murphy joins Jim Daly to share how she reminded herself of the good things about her husband. Also, John, Greg and Erin discuss how dating and engaged couples can focus on the best in their potential mate before they walk the aisle. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/marriagepodcast or call 1-800-A-FAMILY2-Book Becoming a Husband/Wife BundleFocus on Marriage AssessmentBefore the Wedding Bells: Essential Pre-Marital Tips for Couples (Digital Download)Ready to Wed: Pre-Marital Counseling KitSpeak with a counselor

“The real failure of inclusion happens in the moments when someone hesitates.” – Rachel Shaw In this episode of Workday Playdate, Erin sits down with Rachel Shaw to explore what it really takes to build inclusive workplaces that work in real time. In a world full of well-intentioned initiatives, Rachel makes the case that true inclusion is ultimately a human skill. If you've ever wondered how leaders can create cultures where people feel genuinely seen, supported, and empowered, this conversation is for you. Rachel shares how organizations can move beyond compliance and build cultures rooted in empathy, accountability, and belonging. Inside This Episode: Inclusion Is a Live Skill, Not Just a Policy: Rachel explains why real inclusion happens in the everyday moments when people are under pressure, uncertain, or vulnerable. Policies matter, but the way leaders respond in real time matters even more. Thinking Quickly on Your Feet Is a Leadership Advantage: Difficult conversations rarely come with a script. Rachel shares why curiosity, presence, and adaptability help leaders respond with confidence instead of defensiveness when challenges arise. Empathy Changes the Outcome of Hard Conversations: Pausing, getting curious, and leading with empathy can transform tense situations into opportunities for trust and connection. Rachel discusses how a leader's response can either strengthen relationships or unintentionally damage them. HR Has More Influence Than It Thinks: HR professionals are far more than administrators. Rachel explores how HR leaders can shape culture, drive accountability, and ensure organizational values show up in everyday decisions and behaviors. Inclusive Culture Is Built Through Daily Choices: Belonging isn't created through one initiative or annual training. Rachel explains how mentorship, communication, benefits, and consistent leadership behaviors create cultures where people truly feel they matter. What to Do Now: Pause Before Responding: When faced with uncertainty or discomfort, give yourself a moment before reacting. Thoughtful responses build trust; rushed reactions often erode it. Audit Your Daily Leadership Habits: Consider how your everyday behaviors—from meetings to feedback conversations—either reinforce or undermine belonging on your team. Use Your Influence: Whether you're in HR, leadership, or an individual contributor role, identify one way you can advocate for a more inclusive and human-centered workplace this week. About the Guest Rachel Shaw is an attorney, speaker, consultant, and workplace inclusion strategist who helps organizations build cultures that are both legally sound and deeply human. With decades of experience advising leaders and HR professionals, Rachel specializes in disability inclusion, workplace culture, employee relations, and leadership effectiveness. She is the author of The Disabled Workforce: What the ADA Never Anticipated, where she explores the evolving realities of today's workforce and challenges organizations to rethink how they support employees. Through her work, Rachel empowers leaders to create workplaces grounded in empathy, accountability, and belonging. Your Freebie You're calm, capable, and composed… until things take an unexpected turn (as they tend to do)! This is exactly why we created The Clarity Under Pressure Toolkit: What to Do in the First 5 Minutes of Any Uncertain Situation. It's your go-to guide for staying grounded when it matters most. Download it here. Connect with Rachel Shaw Rachel's LinkedIn Rachel's media kit Rachel's HR website Rachel's personal website Rachel's book: The Disabled Workforce: What the ADA Never Anticipated Connect with Erin Diehl x improve it! Leadership Playground online membership community Erin's website Erin's Instagram Erin's TikTok Erin's LinkedIn improve it!'s website improve it!'s Instagram Connect with Erin Diehl

Jon Sedlak calls Christians to recover the dignity of the skilled trades and to recognize craftsmanship as a vital form of Christian vocation. Drawing on his experience as a master electrician, he argues that the trades cultivate embodied wisdom, genuine competence, humility, endurance, excellence, and face-to-face service within local communities. Sedlak challenges churches, parents, and educators to stop treating the trades as a lesser path. Instead, Christian communities should train young people in practical skills, connect them with skilled mentors, honor tradesmen as essential servants of the city, and build networks that pass craftsmanship from one generation to the next. The 2026 Theopolitan Ministry Conference on the Theopolis App! https://app.theopolisinstitute.com/tabs/home/albums/71604?collectionId=1656 Give to our work and become a partner! theopolisinstitute.com/give/ Get the Theopolis App! app.theopolisinstitute.com/menu Use Code "theopolitan" to get your first month free! ______________________ Sign up for In Medias Res mailchi.mp/0b01d726f2fe/inmediasres ________ Theopolis on Youtube www.youtube.com/c/Theopolisinstitute Theopolis Blog: theopolisinstitute.com/theopolis-blog/ Website: theopolisinstitute.com Twitter: @_theopolis

Why can taking PTO, stepping away during the holidays, leaving on time, or protecting even one hour for yourself feel like letting down your team or the people you love? This week, Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, unpack the guilt veterinary professionals often carry when they step away from the clinic. Their message is simple: feeling guilty is not the same as being selfish, and discomfort does not mean a boundary is wrong. Beckie reflects on her own evolution from a “baby technician” who felt she had something to prove to someone who learned that rest and boundaries are worth the initial discomfort. As she reminds listeners, “You can't expect that free time to just come.” Even five, ten, or fifteen protected minutes can be a meaningful place to begin, and, after taking that time, “you do come back better.” Ernie shares the lesson that has guided him through decades in veterinary medicine: “If I were trying to protect my time to improve my overall health, that was not selfish. It was essential.” In fact, he makes a strong case for how protecting your well-being can help you better support your family, coworkers, clients, and patients over the long term. Our hosts also challenge practice owners, managers, medical directors, and teammates to examine the culture surrounding PTO and self-care. Comments like “must be nice” or “I wish I could do that” can turn time spent on personal growth into shame. Thoughtful scheduling, appropriate coverage, and genuine encouragement can make healthy boundaries possible, and business leaders must lead by example. They also point out that self-care is not limited to vacations or spa days. It may be a walk, a workout, a chapter of a book, a few quiet minutes, or meaningful time with the people you love. The goal is not perfect balance. It is returning with more energy, patience, and perspective, and building a veterinary career that leaves room for a life beyond the clinic. #VetMed #VetTechLife #VeterinaryWellbeing #PracticeManagement #WorkLifeBalance

Ask Us A Question!Few writers have shaped modern fly fishing as profoundly as Tom McGuane.For more than five decades, his novels, essays, and sporting literature have influenced generations of anglers - not by teaching them how to catch fish, but by changing the way they think about rivers, travel, adventure, and the people they meet along the way. His books have become classics because they're ultimately about far more than fishing. They're about curiosity, obsession, place, friendship, humor, failure, and the lifelong search for meaning, with fishing simply serving as the thread that ties those stories together.Recorded at McGuane's ranch just south of Big Timber, Montana, this first episode of a special two-part conversation explores the origins of one of America's most celebrated literary voices. Jim and Tom discuss the enduring power of fishing literature, why stories matter, what makes destination travel unforgettable, and how a lifetime spent chasing fish around the world shaped McGuane's writing. They also dive into the remarkable culture of Key West during the late 1960s and early 1970s, the people who helped define that era, and the experiences that inspired 92 in the Shade and countless other works.Thoughtful, funny, and refreshingly honest, this conversation offers a rare opportunity to hear one of the greatest writers of his generation reflect on the ideas that have influenced anglers for more than half a century.This is Part One of a special two-part episode of Waypoints with Tom McGuane.Waypoints is brought to you by PatagoniaTo bring their gear to life, Patagonia is motivated by relentless curiosity and a passion for the wild. They evaluate hundreds of materials, build dozens of prototypes and spend seasons punishing them in the world's most extreme conditions. The work is the guide, and Patagonia never tires of exploring, learning and improving. For the past two years, the Yellow Dog Flyfishing travel team has worked closely with Patagonia to test and refine the all-new Patagonia River Salt Wading Boots II in destinations ranging from New Zealand to the Seychelles. Featured throughout the Yellow Dog Field Reports series, these boots have become the go to choice for our team thanks to their Vibram® Megagrip soles, durable quick drying construction, speed to get on and off, and support built for both freshwater and saltwater environments.- Follow us on Instagram- Follow us on Facebook- Check out our YouTube Page- View the official Yellow Dog w...

Ashton Keen creates sets of pouring pots and dinnerware that have subtle flashes of orange, yellow, and white. In our interview we talk about ways to approach being thoughtful in the studio, making soda fired pots at cone 4, and her residency at Harvard Ceramics. Her solo show All Things Considered is up now through August 7th. To see images follow Ashton on Instagram.   Have you checked out the Tales from the Vault podcast feed? Become a supporter on Patreon to gain access to dozens of episodes that are no longer available on major podcast apps. To make your donation go to patreon.com/redclayrambler.   Today's episode is brought to you by the following sponsors:  Kiln Fire kilnfire.com

In this episode of The Costume House with Spencer Williams, we step beyond the screen and into the pages of Bending the Rules: Fashion Beyond the Binary with celebrated costume designer Camille Benda and illustrator, fashion historian, and culture specialist Gwyn Conaway.Together, Spencer, Camille, and Gwyn explore the fascinating relationship between fashion, identity, and self-expression across cultures and throughout history. Drawing from the book's rich collection of essays, interviews, and visual storytelling, the conversation examines how clothing has long challenged conventions, reflected cultural change, and expanded our understanding of gender through dress.Along the way, they discuss unforgettable examples from film and costume design, including Sally Potter's Orlando and the Academy Award-winning costumes of Sandy Powell, the futuristic world of The Fifth Element, and the enduring style of Grease through the work of legendary costume designer Albert Wolsky. Thoughtful, insightful, and endlessly fascinating, this conversation celebrates fashion as one of our most powerful forms of storytelling.

In this episode of The Costume House with Spencer Williams, we step beyond the screen and into the pages of Bending the Rules: Fashion Beyond the Binary with celebrated costume designer Camille Benda and illustrator, fashion historian, and culture specialist Gwyn Conaway.Together, Spencer, Camille, and Gwyn explore the fascinating relationship between fashion, identity, and self-expression across cultures and throughout history. Drawing from the book's rich collection of essays, interviews, and visual storytelling, the conversation examines how clothing has long challenged conventions, reflected cultural change, and expanded our understanding of gender through dress.Along the way, they discuss unforgettable examples from film and costume design, including Sally Potter's Orlando and the Academy Award-winning costumes of Sandy Powell, the futuristic world of The Fifth Element, and the enduring style of Grease through the work of legendary costume designer Albert Wolsky. Thoughtful, insightful, and endlessly fascinating, this conversation celebrates fashion as one of our most powerful forms of storytelling.

Fluent Fiction - Serbian: Crafting Connections: The Power of a Thoughtful Gift Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sr/episode/2026-07-19-07-38-19-sr Story Transcript:Sr: Узнемиреност је владала у канцеларији.En: There was a sense of unrest in the office.Sr: Свуда су беле завесе сјајиле на сунцу које је продирало кроз велике стаклене прозоре.En: White curtains shimmered everywhere in the sun that was streaming through the large glass windows.Sr: Милоš је седео за својим столом, смишљајући нови начин како да подигне морал свог тима.En: Miloš was sitting at his desk, devising a new way to boost his team's morale.Sr: Његов шеф Никола био је захтеван, бројао је сваки успех или неуспех.En: His boss Nikola was demanding, counting every success or failure.Sr: Али ту је била Светлана, увек спремна да додатно размисли и пронађе решење када је свима било тешко.En: But then there was Svetlana, always ready to think further and find a solution when things got tough for everyone.Sr: Милоš је желео да јој захвали.En: Miloš wanted to thank her.Sr: Њен рођендан био је савршена прилика.En: Her birthday was the perfect opportunity.Sr: Али, није било лако.En: But, it wasn't easy.Sr: Велика жута зрелост сунца означавала је лето по граду.En: The great yellow ripe sun marked summer over the city.Sr: Милоš се упутио у тржни центар, али је затекао истински хаос.En: Miloš headed to the mall, but encountered true chaos.Sr: Свуда су биле гужве.En: Crowds were everywhere.Sr: Људи су се разгледали и куповали све што је било на распродаји.En: People were browsing and buying everything that was on sale.Sr: Готово одмах је схватио да неће пронаћи ништа посебно за Светлану међу генеричким стварима које су се тискале на полицама.En: He quickly realized that he wouldn't find anything special for Svetlana among the generic things crammed on the shelves.Sr: Почео је да се осећа обесхрабрено, али није одустајао.En: He began to feel discouraged, but he didn't give up.Sr: Прошао је крај малог киоска с рукотворинама.En: He passed by a small crafts kiosk.Sr: Неко би рекао да је то била само случајност, али за њега је то било инспиративно.En: Some might have said it was just a coincidence, but for him, it was inspiring.Sr: Видео је јединствен комад накита, неке дивне наушнице које су изгледале као да су направљене баш за Светлану.En: He saw a unique piece of jewelry, some wonderful earrings that seemed made just for Svetlana.Sr: Оно што је било јасно Милоšу је да нису биле само лепе — биле су пуне маште и труда, баш као Светлана.En: What was clear to Miloš was that they weren't just beautiful— they were full of imagination and effort, just like Svetlana.Sr: Вратио се у канцеларију са осећајем задовољства.En: He returned to the office feeling satisfied.Sr: Следећег јутра, пре него што су почели састанци, предао је поклон Светлани.En: The next morning, before the meetings started, he gave the gift to Svetlana.Sr: "Желео бих да знаš колико ми твоја подршка значи," рекао је с осмехом.En: "I wanted you to know how much your support means to me," he said with a smile.Sr: Светлана је блистала.En: Svetlana was glowing.Sr: Наушнице су савршено истицале њен стил, а срце јој је било испуњено захвалношћу.En: The earrings perfectly highlighted her style, and her heart was full of gratitude.Sr: Препознала је труд и бригу коју је Милоš уложио у тај мали поклон.En: She recognized the effort and care that Miloš put into that small gift.Sr: Милоš је научио важну лекцију.En: Miloš learned an important lesson.Sr: Није битно колико ће новца потрошити; више је важно да је поклон личан и да говори о истинској захвалности.En: It doesn't matter how much money you spend; what matters more is that the gift is personal and speaks of genuine gratitude.Sr: Пријатељство између њих двајe је ојачало.En: The friendship between the two of them strengthened.Sr: Упркос притисцима бројки, знао је да је подршка и разумевање најдрагоценији ресурс.En: Despite the pressures of numbers, he knew that support and understanding were the most precious resources.Sr: Можда је баш то прва ствар коју ће споменути у следећем разговору с Николом.En: Perhaps that's exactly the first thing he would mention in the next conversation with Nikola. Vocabulary Words:unrest: узнемиреностshimmered: сјајилеdevise: смишљатиboost: подигнутиdemanding: захтеванsolution: решењеmorale: моралrife: зрелостchaos: хаосdiscouraged: обесхрабреноcrafts: рукотворинаcoincidence: случајностinspiring: инспиративноjewelry: накитimagination: маштаgratitude: захвалностgenuine: истинскаeffort: трудpersonal: личанacknowledge: препознатиsatisfied: задовољствоhighlighted: истицатиunderstanding: разумевањеresource: ресурсrecognize: препознатиfriendship: пријатељствоpressures: притисциsupport: подршкаopportunity: приликаbrowse: разгледати

Can Drake Maye bounce back from a rough postseason? full 654 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:51:54 +0000 RT3l9MqkZaQgufaEfNPKVD3b0k3RQ3Mz nfl,new england patriots,sports Jones and Keefe nfl,new england patriots,sports Can Drake Maye bounce back from a rough postseason? Jones & Keefe is smart, opinionated Boston sports talk that mixes sharp analysis with real personality. Hosted by Adam Jones and Rich Keefe, the show blends informed debate, humor and a fan's passion for everything that matters in New England sports. From breaking down the Patriots and tracking the Red Sox all season to Celtics championship expectations, Bruins battles and the biggest stories around the league, Jones & Keefe bring perspective without losing the edge. Thoughtful, entertaining and rooted in the city's sports culture, the show sounds like Boston because it *is* Boston. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed

When building a custom home, it is easy to spend money on upgrades that look impressive during the design process but provide very little value once you move in.In Episode 38 of Building With Breven, Steven and Mike break down 10 custom home upgrades that are worth every penny—and 10 that may waste your budget.They discuss practical upgrades such as wider garages, functional pantries, layered lighting, better windows, improved insulation, outdoor living infrastructure, accessible storage, and future-ready electrical planning.They also explain why homeowners should think carefully before spending heavily on oversized bedrooms, enormous kitchen islands, complicated smart-home systems, trendy permanent finishes, expensive decorative fixtures, and premium cosmetic selections that come at the expense of the home's core construction systems.The biggest takeaway: Spend first on the parts of your home that are difficult, expensive, or disruptive to change later. Cosmetic upgrades can often be replaced or added after you move in.IN THIS EPISODEUpgrades worth considering:• A wider and deeper garage• A functional pantry with outlets and counter space• Thoughtful electrical planning and future-ready wiring• Layered lighting and dimmers• Better windows and intentional natural light• Improved insulation, air sealing, and HVAC design• Accessible storage in practical locations• Outdoor living infrastructure and rough-ins• A well-designed laundry room• Whole-house surge protection and backup-power preparationUpgrades that may waste your budget:• An oversized primary bedroom• A massive bathtub that rarely gets used• Too many complicated smart-home systems• An enormous kitchen island• Too many highly specialized rooms• Excessive built-in cabinetry• Trendy finishes in permanent locations• Expensive decorative fixtures throughout the home• Too much glass without considering orientation• Premium finishes purchased at the expense of windows, HVAC, insulation, drainage, or waterproofingABOUT BUILDING WITH BREVENBuilding With Breven provides an inside look at custom homebuilding, design, construction, budgeting, and the decisions homeowners face when creating a one-of-a-kind home.Breven Homes builds thoughtfully designed custom homes for busy professionals throughout the Central Texas Hill Country.Planning a custom home in Central Texas?Contact Breven Homes to discuss your property, plans, budget, and goals. www.brevenhomes.com

Season 15 kicks off with the start of To Rome With Love, and this first episode is all about getting our bearings before we dive into Romans properly. Jo Leutton, Chris Knott, and Alex Walker take a step back and ask the questions that help the letter come into focus: who Paul was writing to, what was going on in Rome, and why any of that matters for the way we read Romans now. Along the way, they chat about the make-up of the Roman church, especially the relationship between Jewish and Gentile believers, and why that sits behind so much of Paul's language about the gospel, grace, obedience, the law, and the righteousness of God. They also sketch out the shape of the letter as a whole, from sin and justification to life in Christ, Israel, and the practical shape of Christian living. This is a really helpful starting point if you want a clear way into Romans before getting stuck into the detail. Thoughtful, grounded, and easy to follow, this episode sets up the series by reminding us that Romans is not just a dense theological masterpiece. It is a real letter, written to a real church, with a real concern for unity, mission, and the life of God's people. Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram.Subscribe to Bible Streams on Apple, Spotify, Google, and Amazon.

Planting design is an essential skill in garden design writ large, for the health and beauty of a site– functionally, environmentally, and psychologically. Andrew Fisher Tomlin is widely acknowledged as leading the development of a distinct professional career path in planting design through his own work and as a Director of Environmental Design at the London College of Garden Design in London and Melbourne, where he has mentored some of the most exciting new designers coming out of the UK and Australia over the past 20 years.  His work bridges design, education, and industry, and he is especially known for his planting design skills and experience on outstanding landscapes over his 30-year career. A synthesis of his understanding and teaching about planting design to date, Andrew's new book, “The Modern Professional Planting Designer,” was published by Rizzoli, New York, in September of 2025. In March of this year, Andrew received the Royal Horticultural Society's highest honour, the RHS Elizabeth Medal of Honour, an award conferred on "those of any nationality who have significantly impacted the advancement of the science, art, or practice of horticulture for the benefit of all generations and the environment.” Andrew joins Cultivating Place this week to share more. Listen in! Cultivating Place now has a donate button! We thank you for listening over the years, and we hope you'll continue to support Cultivating Place. We can't thank you enough for making it possible for this young program to grow and engage in even more conversations like these. The show is available as a podcast on SoundCloud and iTunes. To read more and for many more photos, please visit www.cultivatingplace.com.

Patrick confronts tough questions about faithfulness, Catholic authority, and real-life moral decisions, weaving stories of St. Francis of Assisi and the SSPX with blunt advice on humility, end-of-life care, and marital ethics. He fields doubts about devotion to Mary and church teachings while responding with Scripture, lived experience, and resources for handling criticism, frustration, or confusion. Thoughtful yet bold, his words drive at unity and fidelity, refusing both easy scandal and escapism. Alan - I believe SSPX was left with no options because of corruption. I do not support them, but I understand why they are doing this. (01:36) Dave - 20 yrs ago, Dad was dying of cancer. My mother and sister turned off his oxygen and let him die. Did they sin? Did they play God? (18:30) Michael (10-years-old) - Why did Jesus never get married? (27:20) Charlie - What is allowed by Church for intimacy past child-bearing age? (30:47) Joseph (email) - You are leading Christians astray with your glorifying Mary (40:26) Nancy - What books or resources can help someone who is saying 'religion is for the weak'. She doesn’t practice religion. (48:35)

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 4074: Jay Harrington explores why unproductive days often stem from consuming too much and creating too little, especially when the boundaries between work and home blur. By prioritizing meaningful output, embracing small daily wins, and balancing productivity with presence, he offers a practical framework for building more purposeful and satisfying days. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/creation-vs-consumption Quotes to ponder: “How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.” “If you make your bed every morning you will have accomplished the first task of the day.” “Thoughtful consumption, reading great books, watching great movies, fuels creative output.” Episode references: The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20203 The Writing Life: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-writing-life-annie-dillard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"If the Spirit of the one who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, the one who raised Christ from the dead will give life to your mortal bodies also ..."(Rom 8:11). Through the Holy Spirit within us, we have access to a flow of divine love that doesn't cease. A flow that empowers us to live full of a grace-inspired, thoughtful, loving affection towards God, ourselves, and others.

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 4074: Jay Harrington explores why unproductive days often stem from consuming too much and creating too little, especially when the boundaries between work and home blur. By prioritizing meaningful output, embracing small daily wins, and balancing productivity with presence, he offers a practical framework for building more purposeful and satisfying days. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/creation-vs-consumption Quotes to ponder: “How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.” “If you make your bed every morning you will have accomplished the first task of the day.” “Thoughtful consumption, reading great books, watching great movies, fuels creative output.” Episode references: The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20203 The Writing Life: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-writing-life-annie-dillard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get the 200+ Page Optimal Living Daily Workbook (PDF) — Free. Want to turn today's episode into an actionable plan? Join the Optimal Living Weekly newsletter and I'll send you our 200-page digital workbook immediately. It's packed with the best takeaways from the show, formatted for easy reading and implementation at home. Get your free PDF workbook here: ⁠https://oldpodcast.eo.page/join⁠ Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes and learn more at:⁠ OLDPodcast.com⁠. Episode 4074: Jay Harrington explores why unproductive days often stem from consuming too much and creating too little, especially when the boundaries between work and home blur. By prioritizing meaningful output, embracing small daily wins, and balancing productivity with presence, he offers a practical framework for building more purposeful and satisfying days. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/creation-vs-consumption Quotes to ponder: “How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives.” “If you make your bed every morning you will have accomplished the first task of the day.” “Thoughtful consumption, reading great books, watching great movies, fuels creative output.” Episode references: The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20203 The Writing Life: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-writing-life-annie-dillard Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love Island USA Daily July 3, 2026 Dive into the messy aftermath of Love Island USA Season 8, Episode 27, as Kirsten MacInnis breaks down a villa-wide shakeup and a long-awaited dumping. With alliances shifting and emotions spilling over, the islanders face tough choices about loyalty, friendships, and who deserves to stay. From tense bed swaps to a recoupling ceremony that leaves jaws dropped, Kirsten MacInnis gives you all the details you need to keep up with the ever-changing Love Island landscape. The villa feels the pressure as Melanie grapples with Sincere’s past behavior and mixed signals from her friends. At the same time, Jaiden and Caleb run into communication troubles despite sitting just feet apart. Thoughtful maneuvering unfolds as couples deliberate over who's most compatible and make tough decisions that send several islanders packing. The recoupling turns strategic, with heartfelt speeches and a few surprises, while friendships are put to the test when voting begins. By the end of the episode, not only is one islander dumped, but a dramatic elimination round wipes out even more contestants, leaving viewers and the cast wondering how best to position themselves ahead of the next public vote. Highlights include: Melanie's dilemma over whether to give Sincere another chance was influenced by both OG girls and her own sense of self-worth The curious “two feet away” conflict between Jaiden and Caleb that sparks advice and intervention from fellow islanders A nail-biting recoupling with speeches, strategic picks, and a shocking dumping that shifts villa dynamics Face-to-face couple voting for compatibility, forcing islanders to reveal which relationships they see as weak or toxic Parmida's emergence as a straight-shooting “girls' girl,” calling out alliances and pushing for honesty about real connections Who will survive the double-round of eliminations, and what kind of connections can endure when loyalty and gameplay collide? With public voting underway, every choice counts in the race to the Love Island finale. Catch the full episode for Kirsten MacInnis's sharp take on strategies, shifting alliances, and the fallout from one of the season's most decisive nights. 00:00 Drama Over Love, Dumping Arrives 06:43 Melanie Sleeps With Sincere Again 08:15 Breakfast Gestures, Team Sincere Debate 10:10 Jaiden and Caleb Awkward Make-Up 13:28 Predictable Recoupling, Jen Dumped 15:59 Islander Eliminations and Emotional Goodbyes 18:28 Parmida's Honesty, Exit Votes Stir 21:31 Voting Dilemmas, Superlative Winners Announced 24:18 Next Steps Teased, Episode Wrap LISTEN: Subscribe to the We Know Love Island podcast feed! WATCH: Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT: Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

We've all been there. Someone makes a comment about being a stepmom that they probably mean well... but it still stings. "You knew what you were getting into." "At least you get a break." "They're not really your kids." In the moment, it's hard to know what to say. Later, you think of the perfect response. This listener-favorite replay is packed with practical, gracious ways to respond to some of the most common (and frustrating) comments stepmoms hear—while also helping friends and family better understand the realities of blended family life. Whether you're new to your stepfamily or years into the journey, this episode will help you navigate these awkward conversations with confidence and compassion. In this episode: Why "You knew what you were getting into" misses the reality of stepfamily life Thoughtful responses to common stepmom comments How to respond to friends and family without becoming defensive Ways to protect your peace while building stronger relationships If this episode encourages you, please share it with another stepmom who needs the reminder that she's not alone. Resources Mentioned Grab our FREE "10 Essential Scripts for Stepmoms": https://stepfamilycertification.com/stepmom-scripts Love The Stepmom Diaries? Please consider rating and reviewing The Stepmom Diaries on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Your feedback helps the show grow and reach more blended families who need honest conversations like this one.

Listen to Chapter 5 of Scepter's book The Thoughtful Home! In these pages, author Dia Boyle accompanies her readers in an engaging inquiry into the nature and purpose of the home, offering criteria for determining what contents, designs, routines, and practices will help them to accomplish this essential project.

Question of the DayWould you rather be President of the United States or Vice President of the United States... and why?

In this episode of Around the Rheum, hosts Dr. Daniel Ennis and Dr. Janet Pope sit down with Dr. Luke Chen for a deep dive into an approach to patients presenting with hypereosinophilia. Recorded at the Canadian Rheumatology Association (CRA)'s 2026 Annual Scientific Meeting in Halifax, the conversation explores how hematologists, rheumatologists, allergists, infectious disease specialists, and others work together to diagnose and manage these complex disorders.Dr. Chen discusses the broad differential diagnosis behind eosinophilia — from Eosinophilic Granulomatosus with Polyangiitis (EGPA) and IgG4-related disease to parasitic infections to rare hematologic disorders to 'Idiopathic' Hypereosinophilic Syndrome (I-HES) — and the uncertainty clinicians often face when distinguishing overlapping eosinophilic diseases. The discussion also highlights emerging therapies including IL-5 inhibitors, JAK inhibitors, interferon, and biologics, alongside the practical realities of access to treatment in rare disease care.Thoughtful, practical, and candid, this episode offers insight into multidisciplinary medicine, diagnostic humility, and caring for patients living with rare inflammatory diseases. It touches on the importance of being okay with uncertainty in the rare disease space.Dr. Luke Chen is a hematologist and Professor of Medicine at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. His clinical and research interests focus on rare inflammatory diseases and eosinophilic disorders. He is the founder of the Coastal Rare Inflammatory Diseases Program, supporting physicians caring for patients with rare diseases across Canada.Around The Rheum is produced by the CRA Communications Committee. A special thank you to the podcast team, Dr. Dax G. Rumsey (CRA Communications Committee Chair), Dr. Daniel Ennis (Host), Dr. Janet Pope (Host), David McGuffin of Explore Productions, and Erin Stewart (CRA) for leading production.Our theme music was composed by Aaron Fontwell.For more on the work of the Canadian Rheumatology Association, visit rheum.ca.

How we respond to God's Word is a huge actor in how skilled we will be in living life as God intends.Reading Plan: Worship - Psalm 77:1-9Wisdom - Proverbs 16:20-22Witness - Jeremiah 46-49Visit https://www.revivalfromthebible.com/ for more information.

In this engaging episode of IsraelCast, Steven Shalowitz sits down with Judge Roy K. Altman to discuss his new book, Israel on Trial: Examining the History, the Evidence, and the Law. Drawing on history, archaeology, and international law, Altman addresses some of the most common accusations leveled against Israel, including claims of colonialism, apartheid, occupation, and genocide. He also shares insights from leading educational delegations to Israel and discusses how firsthand experience can challenge widely held misconceptions. The conversation explores Jewish indigeneity, the power of historical evidence, the rise of misinformation in the post–October 7 landscape, and the importance of defending truth in an age of growing polarization. Thoughtful and timely, this episode offers listeners a deeper understanding of the narratives shaping the conversation around Israel today.

Architectural Abundance: Tuning Out Market Volatility and Structuring Purposeful Wealth with Chad CoeIn a recent episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur Podcast, host Josh Elledge sat down with Chad Coe, the Founder and Owner of COE Financial Group, to dissect the systemic emotional traps that frequently compromise long-term corporate and personal liquidity. Chad, an independent financial architect, seasoned corporate speaker, and professional auctioneer, brings a heart-centered yet highly disciplined philosophy to wealth management and capital preservation. This conversation serves as an essential strategic playbook for high-performing founders, mid-market executives, and entrepreneurial leaders who want to insulate their investment portfolios from sensationalized media noise, align their personal values with their financial infrastructure, and engineer a self-sustaining lifestyle that balances extreme professional velocity with intentional, restorative downtime.The Strategy of Abundance: Fiduciary Governance, Market Arbitrage, and Purposeful Asset AllocationThe primary vulnerability threatening the wealth retention of successful entrepreneurs is rarely a sudden macroeconomic shift, but rather a structural failure to isolate long-term capital preservation from near-term market noise. Chad Coe explains that when business owners react impulsively to sensationalized media headlines, political cycles, or policy fluctuations, they introduce severe transaction friction and emotional volatility into their asset management strategies. True financial optimization demands an unyielding focus on underlying business fundamentals—recognizing that corporate earnings, rather than daily news cycles, are the empirical drivers of equity appreciation over time. By partnering with an independent fiduciary advisor who is legally bound to put the client's interests first, founders can bypass institutional product pushing, minimize fee drag, and design a diversified asset architecture capable of aggressively compounding wealth while neutralizing the erosive toll of inflation on idle cash reserves.To insulate an enterprise or a personal portfolio against shifting industry trends, executive leadership must treat time management and personal networking as strict operational disciplines. Many high-achievers fall into the trap of reactive calendar scheduling, allowing administrative debt to crowd out the strategic peer masterminds and physical hobbies—such as high-level networking dinners or competitive pickleball tournaments—that actively recharge their cognitive capacity. Real-world wealth optimization is unlocked when an executive intentionally blocks out time for these high-leverage relationships, treating personal well-being as critical corporate infrastructure that sharpens real-time decision-making. Applying athletic metaphors to market execution, such as staying prepared and anticipating recurring patterns before they manifest on a balance sheet, enables leaders to maintain an authoritative edge in high-stakes negotiations and capital allocation alike.Furthermore, building an impactful legacy in an increasingly automated marketplace requires thought leaders to systematically deploy media platforms, such as strategic podcasting and intentional corporate philanthropy, to scale their inbound authority networks. Bypassing unverified matching services and focusing ruthlessly on high-quality, authentic storytelling allows founders to cultivate deep trust with prospective clients and cross-functional partners over years. This long-tail visibility strategy converts a leader's personal resilience and unique background into a powerful business development asset that continuously feeds the enterprise pipeline. Ultimately, permanent wealth mastery belongs to the organizations and individuals that treat life design as an engineered blueprint, executing regular gap analyses to align their daily calendars with empirical financial milestones to predictably scale long-term enterprise value.About Chad CoeChad Coe is the Founder and Owner of COE Financial Group, a premier keynote speaker, professional charity auctioneer, and independent wealth strategist. Drawing from a resilient background overcoming early educational challenges to build highly successful financial advisory frameworks, Chad infuses a heart-centered, transparent philosophy into asset allocation. He is a dedicated strategic connector and podcaster focused on helping corporate executives eliminate operational investment anxiety, clarify their core life values, and achieve true financial confidence.About COE Financial GroupCOE Financial Group is an elite independent financial planning and wealth management consultancy designed to help business owners, high-net-worth individuals, and families construct robust investment portfolios. The firm specializes in delivering comprehensive fiduciary spending audits, custom asset diversification strategies, and holistic retirement blueprints that integrate real estate and alternative investments. Through structured implementation playbooks and educational resources, COE Financial Group enables clients to ignore short-term market noise and secure sustainable, multi-generational wealth.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeCOE Financial Group Official Website: coefinancial.comChad Coe on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chadcoeKey Episode HighlightsTuning Out the Market Noise: Shifting your investment philosophy away from sensational headlines to focus entirely on long-term corporate earnings and data-driven business fundamentals.The Fiduciary Mandate: Selecting independent financial advisors who are legally obligated to act in your best interest rather than pushing proprietary institutional products.The Calendar Block for Restorative Freedom: Utilizing proactive time management systems to defend space for physical fitness, travel, and high-impact peer masterminds.The Power of Value-Driven Circles: Organizing curated networking dinners and entrepreneurial mastermind groups to share high-yield business opportunities and deepen strategic relationships.Thought Leadership and Media Scale: Leveraging podcast guesting and intentional corporate messaging to construct permanent, searchable authority assets that drive compounding visibility.ConclusionThe conversation with Chad Coe reinforces that elite wealth management is an intentional architecture built on structural discipline and radical clarity of purpose rather than reactive market speculation. By standardizing internal financial governance, removing emotional friction from asset allocation, and ruthlessly protecting human-centric strategic capacity, business leaders can transform volatile capital into a highly structured, self-sustaining corporate asset.More from The Thoughtful Entrepreneur

In this episode, Heather joins Nicole Begley for an honest conversation about AI and the reality that it's no longer something we can ignore. Together, they explore the opportunities, concerns, and ethical questions surrounding artificial intelligence—especially for photographers and small business owners. This isn't a conversation about whether AI is coming. It's about how we choose to engage with it, where we draw our boundaries, and why staying informed may be one of the most important business decisions you'll make moving forward.  Key Takeaways:  AI isn't coming—it's already here. The conversation has shifted from whether to use it to how you'll engage with it. Ignoring technology doesn't stop its progress. It simply removes you from the conversation. Every industry will be impacted in some way. Learning about AI now helps you stay informed and adaptable. You get to create your own ethical boundaries. Every business owner can decide what they are and aren't comfortable using AI for. Authenticity still matters. Human connection, trust, and real experiences will always have value. Technology has always disrupted industries. AI is another evolution—not the first major shift we've experienced. Curiosity is more useful than fear. Understanding the technology allows you to make intentional decisions. AI is a tool, not an identity. It should support your work, not replace who you are. You don't have to use everything available. Thoughtful adoption is different from blind adoption. Adaptability is a business skill. The people who stay open to learning often navigate change more successfully. AI isn't asking for permission—it's already changing the world around you. The question isn't whether you'll encounter it… it's whether you'll understand it. The businesses that thrive won't be the ones who panic or ignore it—they'll be the ones who adapt. Press play and join the conversation that's shaping the future of every industry. How to Support the Podcast: Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please like, share, and leave a review. If you like the content, please share with your friends by posting on social media so that we can reach and impact more people. Join our next free coaching workshop: www.getcoachedbyheather.com Connect: Heather Lahtinen: Website, Facebook, Instagram   

Building a positive work environment requires more than just corporate perks or collaboration values on a wall. Josh Block, President of Block Imaging, joins the show to discuss how focusing on "Together, Thoughtful, and Transparent" transforms company culture and employee ownership. How the "Together" principle improves major business decisions. Moving from the Golden Rule to the Platinum Rule Why pay attention to the lighting The importance of constant feedback. The 3 C's of hiring and exiting: Character, Competency, and Chemistry. 00:00 Intro 00:46 The 3 T's as a foundation 01:35 Together: Making decisions together 02:10 Thoughtful: Considering the needs of others 02:27 Transparency: Starting the trust cycle 03:33 Moving beyond silos and dictatorships 04:47 Sharpening the final 10 percent 07:03 Applying the Platinum Rule at work 07:43 Why compensation and workspace matter most 10:04 Overcoming the urge to hide information 12:31 Why clear feedback is actually kind 16:15 The 3 C's of employee exits 18:35 Transparency vs. complaining in the chain 19:32 Where to start with People Matter Find Josh Website: https://www.peoplematterwork.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-block-9a84275/ Book Titles: People Matter at Work Find Andrea (me) Website: https://thehrhub.ca/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-adams1/

Patrick explores the societal impact of birth control before shifting the conversation to artificial intelligence, a space where even Sting voices concern and listeners are sometimes tricked by AI-generated bands. He fields honest questions about faith, tackles tricky workplace dilemmas involving conscience, and responds to emails and calls with humor and frankness, sometimes blending deep spiritual issues with playful debates about the show’s recurring musical bits. Thoughtful, unscripted exchanges keep listeners engaged at every turn. The origins of the birth control pill - The Catholic Church was right about everything – https://x.com/thattradgal/status/2051349604919030100?s= (00:20) Audio: Sting on AI – https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2052508038418842050/video/1?s=46 (01:53) Miriam (email) - Why don't we emphasize the Holy Spirit as much as we do God and Jesus? (07:15) Mike (email) - Is there any meaningful difference or a station preference that us listeners should elect to listen live over the reply? Don’t Keep Going! (38:52) Susie - I Work for a fortune 500 company and I was recently asked to send out an email to ask my partners to join a pride parade. I don't want to do it. What do I do? (28:47) Marcie - I stood up for myself in my job and ended up getting fired, but I got a better job and God has blessed me. (44:02) Chuck - Can you explain Jesus' response to the pharisees in Mark 2:18-22 about fasting? (48:11) (Originally Aired on 05/08/2026)

When Deidre Parish stepped into the role of superintendent of Amarillo ISD, she inherited responsibility for one of the largest organizations in the Texas Panhandle—serving nearly 30,000 students and leading thousands of employees across the district. But for Deidre, leadership starts with listening. In this episode of Hey Amarillo, Deidre shares her approach to guiding Amarillo ISD through a rapidly changing educational landscape. We talk about the opportunities and challenges that technology brings into the classroom, the realities facing today's students, and why schools need to do a better job telling the success stories that often go unnoticed. Thoughtful, passionate, and deeply committed to public education, Deidre offers an inside look at what it means to lead a school district and prepare students for the future.

I've been quiet.Not because I had nothing to say.But because life has a way of asking us to become before we can put words to what we're living.Over the past few years, I've walked through grief, friendship endings, business closures, motherhood, healing, rebuilding, and the uncomfortable process of meeting myself again beneath the roles, expectations and identities I had carried for so long.This episode isn't a life update.It's a conversation about what happens when life strips away what no longer fits.When the plans change.When certainty disappears.When you're asked to trust yourself in the dark.In this opening episode of Muse Haus, I share some of the chapters that have shaped me, the lessons that found me, and why this podcast was born from a season of becoming rather than arrival.If you've ever felt like you're rebuilding, redefining yourself, or finding your way back home to who you are, this conversation is for you.Pour a tea.Take a walk.Drive somewhere slowly.And come sit beside me.Welcome to Muse Haus.In this episode we explore: Grief, change and rebuilding  Friendship and business endings  Motherhood and identity  The courage to begin again  Trusting yourself through uncertainty  Remembering who you are beneath the noise Connect with Muse Haus: Instagram: @musehausco Instagram: @taraleemusesA space for the inner world. Thoughtful conversations, honest reflection, and remembering who you are beneath the noise. Connect with Tara:FacebookInstagram

I don't buy printable counseling resources anymore.Haven't for years.But to test a theory on the air, I broke that rule. I bought a popular, well-reviewed anxiety resource from one of the big teacher marketplaces and ran my paper test on it live.I expected to find junk.I didn't.It was polished. Thoughtful. Well-organized. It even cited real research.And that's what made the problem harder to ignore.In this episode, I look at what happens when a school counseling resource looks right, sounds right, and checks the boxes we've been told to trust… but still may not contain the thing a student actually needs.This is not a takedown of one creator.It's a closer look at a much bigger question in school counseling:If you took the worksheets away, would there still be an intervention?Fair warning: this one may change how you look at your shelf.********Join our new Skool for School Counselors community ********Want support with real-world strategies that actually work on your campus? We're doing that every day in the School for School Counselors Mastermind. Come join us! ********All names, stories, and case studies in this episode are fictionalized composites drawn from real-world circumstances. Any resemblance to actual students, families, or school personnel is coincidental. Details have been altered to protect privacy.******** Ready to spend a few days this summer with me, geeking out over school counseling and preparing for your best year ever? Grab your ticket here before this limited-seat event sells out!******** This work is part of the School for School Counselors body of work developed by Steph Johnson, LPC, CSC, which centers role authority over role drift, consultative practice over fix-it culture, adult-designed systems and environments as primary drivers of student behavior, clinical judgment over compliance, and school counselor identity as leadership within complex systems.

I Found Out My Boyfriend's Thoughtful Gift Was Her Secret SignalBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-cheating-wives-and-girlfriends-stories-2026-true-cheating-stories-podcast--5689182/support.

In this episode of Misadventures in Music, Ian Prowse and Mick Ord are joined by singer songwriter Noel Burke, best known for stepping into one of the most challenging roles in British music history when he became the frontman of Echo & The Bunnymen following the departure of Ian McCulloch.Noel reflects on joining the legendary Liverpool band during a period of immense change, working alongside Will Sergeant and Les Pattinson, and the challenge of performing songs that had already become part of British music folklore. He shares candid memories of touring with the band, winning over audiences, and finding his place in a group with such a devoted following.The conversation also explores Noel's early musical influences, his time with acclaimed Irish band St Vitus Dance, the realities of the music industry, songwriting, creativity, and the lasting impact of Liverpool's remarkable music scene.Along the way, there are stories about the post-punk era, life on the road, the pressures of following a celebrated frontman, and the friendships and musicians that shaped Noel's career. The discussion also touches on the late Pete de Freitas, drummer Damon Reece, and the often-overlooked chapter of Echo & The Bunnymen's history that Noel helped write.Thoughtful, honest and often very funny, this is a fascinating conversation with a musician who found himself at the centre of one of the most talked-about transitions in British rock.If you're interested in Liverpool music, post-punk, songwriting, music history, or the untold stories behind iconic bands, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

Send us Fan MailEnd-of-life planning is about more than death, it's about leaving your family with clarity, stability, and peace of mind.On this episode of The Get Ready Money Podcast, I spoke with Greg Barnsdale, death doula and author of Do Not Ignore Your Mortality about why end-of-life planning is one of the most meaningful acts of preparation we can make for our families.

What does it mean to find home in a wounded world? In this deeply moving episode of Now and Then ...Again, host Wendy VanderWal Martin welcomes Dr. Carlos Thompson, professor of Christian Ministry and Disability at Western Theological Seminary and steward of the Friendship House Fellows Program. Fresh from his keynote address at the Henri Nouwen Society's international conference, Longing for Home: The Prophetic Witness of Henri Nouwen in a Wounded World, Carlos reflects on the enduring wisdom of Henri Nouwen and the surprising places where God meets us. Drawing from Nouwen's vision of the “wounded healer,” Carlos explores why our deepest longings cannot be fulfilled through achievement, expertise, or self-sufficiency. Instead, home is something we receive—not create. Through stories of community, disability, friendship, and faith, he offers a powerful invitation to embrace vulnerability, honor our human neediness, and become fellow travelers with one another. This conversation challenges the myth of independence and reveals how belonging is discovered in relationship—with God and with others. Thoughtful, honest, and hope-filled, it is a rich exploration of what it means to slow down, “waste time” with Jesus, and discover that the very needs we try to hide may be the doorway to divine belonging. If you long for deeper connection, this episode is for you. Resources & Links Western Theological Seminary: https://www.westernsem.edu/ Friendship House: https://www.westernsem.edu/beyond-the-classroom/friendship-house/ Bio and Contact for Carlos: https://www.westernsem.edu/faculty/thompson/ Book Discussed: Wounded Healer Finding Our Way Home * TO DONATE & SUPPORT: https://henrinouwen.org/donate/ * SIGN UP FOR FREE DAILY E-MEDITATIONS: https://henrinouwen.org/meditation/ * MORE FREE RESOURCES: https://henrinouwen.org/ * FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/henrinouwensociety/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/nouwensociety FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/nouwensociety/ PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.ca/henrinouwen/

Hi friend! When was the last time you asked your spouse a question that made them pause and feel truly seen? In this episode, we're diving into 5 endearing, heartfelt questions you can ask your spouse to spark deeper connection, emotional intimacy, and meaningful conversation in your marriage. Whether you've been married for 5 months or 5 years, these questions will help you go beyond surface talk and truly show your spouse that you see them, hear them, and care deeply about who they are and what they're going through. Grab a pen (or hit save!)—because these questions might just open the door to some of the most powerful conversations you've had in a while. ............................................................................................................................

Welcome back to The Scott Adams School!Today, it's the Home Team: Erica, Marcela, and Owen covering current events, breaking news, and the stories everyone's talking about.Today's show includes:• A special Scott Adams whiteboard lesson on race and race-related issues• Discussion of the California election results• Current events, news, and whatever else the day throws at usA quick note to our YouTube community: we've opened the comments after the show. We simply ask everyone to be respectful and kind. Thoughtful discussion is welcome. Personal attacks are not.Please like, subscribe, and share the stream with friends. It helps us grow and helps more people discover the conversation.Interested in official Coffee with Scott Adams merchandise? You'll find links to Scott's books and official merchandise in the channel description.As always, thank you for spending part of your day with us. Sit back, relax, enjoy the conversation, and be good to each other.The opinions expressed on this show are our own.

What happens when mythology meets astrophysics, and the stars become storytellers? In this episode of The Podcast With A Thousand Faces, JCF's Joanna Gardner sits down with Dr. Moiya McTier - an astrophysicist, folklorist, author, and science communicator whose work bridges the worlds of science, story, mythology, and creativity. Since breaking barriers at both Harvard University and Columbia University, Dr. McTier has given hundreds of talks around the world, helped design museum exhibits, consulted on projects with Disney, and become a compelling voice helping people reconnect wonder, metaphor, and meaning with the cosmos. She is also the host of the astronomy podcast Pale Blue Pod and the author of the upcoming book Mothers of Invention. Together they explore Joseph Campbell's influence on her work, the mythic resonance of the Artemis II mission, the role of metaphor in both science and myth, and what creativity can teach us about being alive in an increasingly technological world. Thoughtful, expansive, and full of wonder, this conversation invites us to reconnect with curiosity, imagination, and the shared human experience beneath the stars. For more on Dr. McTier visit https://www.moiyamctier.com/ Instagram: @goastromo For more information on the MythMaker Podcast Network and Joseph Campbell, visit JCF.org. To subscribe to our weekly MythBlasts go to jcf.org/subscribeThe Podcast With A Thousand Faces is hosted by Tyler Lapkin and is a production of the Joseph Campbell Foundation. It is produced by Tyler Lapkin. Executive producer, John Bucher. Audio mixing and editing by Tristan Batt.All music exclusively provided by APM Music (apmmusic.com)

Jimmy gathers cider professionals Ron Sansone (Spoke + Spy Ciderworks /President of the CT Cider Association), Jeff Rogers (Rogers Orchards/Longview Ciderhouse), and Swapna Subramanian (Wild Yeast Evolutionary Biologist). The crew let us in on their working relationships, the over 200-year history of Rogers Orchards, and Swapna's fascinating scientific insight into wild yeasts and how it applies to Cider making. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, I'm sharing how to create bonuses that genuinely increase conversions instead of just adding random extras to your offer. I explain why bonuses work so well—from reducing risk and increasing perceived value to helping buyers feel more confident in their decision—and the biggest mistake people make when stacking bonuses that don't actually support customer success. I also break down five types of effective bonuses, including templates, communities, complimentary training, checklists, AI prompts, and confidence boosters, plus how to choose the right number of bonuses based on your offer. Most importantly, I explain why the best bonuses help customers get results faster rather than simply making the offer look bigger. 3 Key Takeaways: Bonuses Should Support Results, Not Just Add Value The best bonuses remove obstacles, simplify implementation, and help customers succeed faster instead of simply making the offer look bigger. Strategic Bonuses Increase Buyer Confidence Bonuses work because they reduce risk, increase perceived value, and help buyers feel more certain that your offer will help them achieve the outcome they want. Quality Always Beats Quantity Adding too many random bonuses can overwhelm buyers and dilute your main offer. Thoughtful, relevant bonuses are far more effective than endless extras. LINKS TO RESOURCES MENTIONED IN TODAY'S EPISODE Connect with Teresa on Website, (Grow, Launch, Sell), Sign up to Teresa's email list,  Instagram, LinkedIn, or Facebook, Subscribe to my Youtube

In this episode, Tom Foley speaks with Pentagram Partner Hugh Miller about creativity, collaboration, and the experiences that shape a design career.   From music and typography to sketchbooks, record sleeves, and creative partnerships, Hugh reflects on the importance of self-critique, surrounding yourself with people who push you, and why great ideas rarely come from the first solution. You can find blog posts for this and other episodes at monotype.com/podcast.

Welcome to a new series on Investing Experts, Tax Alpha with Raul Shah! Today we're discussing asset location, ie, putting the right investments in the right accounts to pay the least in taxes. Leave us a comment about any tax topics you'd like to see discussed in this series.Show Notes:UnitedHealth, Hims & Hers, Gambling.Com - Value Investing With Raul ShahEpisode transcriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions

“I think that art is the human experience. It's how we express ourselves.” - Jodi Krangle The Sound of Being Human What does it take to build a career using nothing but your voice? In this episode, we sit down with voice actor Jodi Krangle to explore the craft behind the commercials, brands, and stories you hear every day. From her early days in music and internet marketing to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in advertising, Jodi shares how performance, emotion, and authenticity come together behind the microphone. Along the way, we chat about the power of sound, the personality of brands, the realities of freelancing, and the growing impact of AI on creative work. Thoughtful, funny, and refreshingly grounded, Jodi offers a fascinating look into a profession most of us hear constantly but rarely think about. Her parting advice says it all: in a world increasingly shaped by technology, lean into being human. images: ©jodi krangle jodi krangle website jodi Krangle youtube Subscribe: iTunes | Android | Spotify | Email | RSS MORE ART UNKNOWN PODCASTS

Sometimes you can get everything you want as a dancer, only to discover the reality is quite different from what you imagined it would be. In this episode, author and former dancer, Rym Kechacha, shares how that realization shaped her own journey, from early ballet training in London to dancing professionally with Northern Ballet, where touring life was both joyful and intensely demanding. She reflects on what it felt like to end her career as a dancer earlier than expected, and how that ending opened the door to a new creative identity. Rym traces her path into teaching, studying creative writing, and eventually publishing fiction, shaped by a lifelong love of books and fantasy. Our conversation explores her latest novel, The Apple and the Pearl, a ballet-inspired fantasy that captures both the beauty and cruelty of the stage world, blending realism with folkloric and fantastical elements. Thoughtful and candid about reinvention, artistry, and creative freedom, Rym offers her insights on what happens when one dream ends and another begins. Listen in for a rich discussion on dance, writing, and the stories that carry us forward! Key Points From This Episode: Rym's upbringing in London and her love of dance from a young age. How she persuaded her parents to let her attend ballet school at age 16. The demanding daily schedule of life at Central School of Ballet. Figuring out her plans after Ballet School and how her love of story ballets guided her. How she joined Northern Ballet and what it was like touring with the company. The serious impact of arts funding cuts and austerity measures in 2010. Losing her place at Northern Ballet: why it was both sad and liberating. What Rym did next in her career: travelling, au pairing, and becoming a teacher. How she rediscovered writing, earned her creative writing MA, and published her first novel.  Reflections on the challenges of publishing and how ballet prepares you for rejection. Her experience writing her latest book, The Apple and The Pearl, and how it relates to ballet. A closer look at her upcoming novels, from Algerian history to London folklore and fantasy. Rym Kechacha is a former dancer, now writer from London, UK.  For more on Rym & this episode: Movers & Shapers: A Dance Podcast Follow us on Instagram & Facebook  

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We are thrilled to welcome a designer who perfectly embodies American laid-back, high-style design: Nathan Turner! As a fifth-generation Californian, his work is infused with sunny colors, natural textures, and bold, fun touches. Nathan joins Caroline, Taryn, and Liz to talk about his highly anticipated third book, I Love Decorating: Creating Stylish, Thoughtful, and Personal Spaces. Nathan shares the hilarious and serendipitous story of his career, from getting a double major in business and economics to working as an antiques buyer in Europe simply because he spoke Italian. He also reminisces about his first Los Angeles shop, where his legendary in-store dinner parties accidentally launched his entire interior design career. Quick Decorating & Career Takeaways: Be Open to the Unexpected Pivot: Nathan stresses the importance of being open to new opportunities, especially early in your career. Despite having a practical degree in business and economics, he leaned into his love of Italy and the Italian language, which eventually landed him a job as an assistant and buyer for an antiques dealer. Make Your Space Feel Like a Home: When Nathan opened his first shop in LA, he didn't just display items on shelves—he reinstalled the building's little kitchen and started cooking for friends and decorators. By setting the shop up to feel like a real home and hosting events, he naturally showcased his aesthetic and inspired people to hire him. Embrace the "Adventure Yes": Even when clients first started asking Nathan to design their homes, he didn't have formal interior design experience. He describes himself as an "adventure yes" kind of person: he agreed to the projects and trusted his eye, esthetic chops, and work ethic to figure it out along the way. What You'll Hear on This Episode: 00:00 Welcome & Introduction to Nathan Turner 00:57 Discussing Nathan's new book, I Love Decorating 01:41 How Nathan started his design career completely "by accident" 02:07 Getting a degree in business and economics to appease his parents 03:19 Studying abroad in Siena, Italy and embracing his "Italian era" 05:18 The chance meeting with an antiques dealer in San Juan Capistrano 06:12 Prematurely opening his own LA shop and running out of money by January 07:14 The famous LA shop dinner parties and the LA Times feature 08:22 Hosting elaborate events, like tenting the shop for a Turkish dinner 08:51 Transitioning organically into residential interior design 50:53 Closing thoughts and finding Nathan's fabrics at Ainsworth Noah Also Mentioned: New Book: I Love Decorating: Creating Stylish, Thoughtful, and Personal Spaces by Nathan Turner Previous Books: American Style and I Love California Ainsworth Noah (Fabric Showroom) Shop Ballard Designs Please send in your questions so we can answer them on our next episode! And of course, subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss an episode. You can always check back here to see new episodes, but if you subscribe, it'll automatically download to your phone. Happy Decorating! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A big single-stock win can feel like freedom one day and a tightrope the next. This plan walks through how a family holding ~$15M in NVIDIA shares can turn concentrated success into stable, low-stress wealth—without torching liquidity on taxes.Start with the only question that matters: How much diversified capital is needed to fund a confident lifestyle?Reverse-engineer that number, then use precise tools to reach it, keeping meaningful upside while lowering single-stock risk.What's inside this episode: - Decide your lifestyle floor first: Define the minimum diversified capital required to fund spending needs with confidence.- Complement, don't duplicate: Use separately managed accounts (SMAs) to add what's missing so exposure isn't stacked on top of NVDA, Apple, and Amazon.- Create tax “ammo”: Systematic tax-loss harvesting and long/short SMAs to build a reservoir of losses that can offset gains when trimming the position.- Account coordination, not silos: Asset location that overweights missing exposures—international, small caps, real assets—inside 401(k)/403(b) to hit global targets while cutting tax drag.- Optimize NVIDIA employee benefits: Mega backdoor Roth contributions paired with a generous 401(k) match for higher tax-advantaged compounding.- Thoughtful de-risking: Selective pruning vs. selling everything—manage taxes, sequence risk, and liquidity step by step.- Advanced tools, clear trade-offs: Exchange funds, covered-call overlays for selective income, and charitable gifting of appreciated shares via donor-advised funds.- Portfolio-level management: Make decisions across all accounts, not account-by-account.- Graduate from accumulation to optimization: Shift the focus to risk control, tax efficiency, and reliable cash-flow.Who this helps- NVIDIA employees with RSUs/ESPP and sizable NVDA exposure- Founders and tech execs holding concentrated single-stock positions- Anyone looking to diversify without a massive tax bill and buy long-term peace of mindThe bottom line— fund the lifestyle floor with diversified assets so one ticker never dictates your future, or your mood.--Advisory services are offered through Root Financial Partners, LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser. This content is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized investment, tax, or legal advice. Viewing this content does not create an advisory relationship. We do not provide tax preparation or legal services. Always consult an investment, tax or legal professional regarding your specific situation.The strategies, case studies, and examples discussed may not be suitable for everyone. They are hypothetical and for illustrative and educational purposes only. They do not reflect actual client results and are not guarantees of future performance. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of principal.Comments reflect the views of individual users and do not necessarily represent the views of Root Financial. They are not verified, may not be accurate, and should not be considered testimonials or endorsementsParticipation in the Retirement Planning Academy or Early Retirement Academy does not create an advisory relationship with Root Financial. These programs are educational in nature and are not a substitute for personalized financial advice. Advisory services are offered only under a written agreement with Root Financial.Create Your Custom Strategy ⬇️Get Started Here.Join the new Root Collective HERE!