Podcasts about Trust

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What if trusting life doesn't mean trusting that everything will become stable, coherent, or reassuring? In this episode, Vanessa explores change as both a spiritual and psychological problem: why we confuse trust with continuity, why change can feel like abandonment, and what it means to stay in relationship with reality as it keeps moving. Through Octavia Butler's “God is Change,” Heraclitus, Buddhist impermanence, process theology, attachment theory, meaning-making research, and Jungian transformation, we look at the grief and freedom of releasing the fantasy that life's job is to preserve the forms we love. Trust is not certainty that everything will work out; it is the willingness to remain present with what is real as it changes form.For educational purposes only. This isn't therapy.Join the ICA Summit → https://www.vanessabennett.com/ica-summitReference Links:Octavia Butler — Parable of the Sower / EarthseedUse for: “God is Change,” Earthseed, and the idea that change is the central theological principle in Parable of the Sower.Link: https://www.octaviabutler.com/the-booksNote: Use this as the primary author/book reference for Octavia Butler and Parable of the Sower.Earthseed / “God Is Change”Use for: Earthseed's core principle that God is Change and the related idea that God can be shaped.Link: https://godischange.org/shape-god/Note: Useful accessible reference for the Earthseed language. If quoting directly, confirm wording against the text of Parable of the Sower.Heraclitus — Flux / River FragmentUse for: Heraclitus's idea that reality is in flux, often summarized through the river fragment.Link: https://iep.utm.edu/heraclit/Note: The Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy is a reliable philosophy reference for Heraclitus and the doctrine of flux.Attachment Theory OverviewUse for: Secure attachment as a reliable base for exploration, regulation, and return.Link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4085672/Note: Broad overview of attachment theory, including Bowlby and Ainsworth.Intolerance of UncertaintyUse for: Uncertainty as a transdiagnostic process associated with anxiety, worry, rigidity, avoidance, and distress.Link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4204511/Note: Useful research review on intolerance of uncertainty and its role across anxiety and related conditions.Crystal Park — Meaning-Making After Stressful EventsUse for: Stressful events disrupting global beliefs/goals and the process of meaning-making after rupture.Link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20192563/Note: Crystal L. Park's 2010 review on meaning-making and adjustment to stressful life events.Buddhist Impermanence / AniccaUse for: Impermanence as one of the three marks of existence in Buddhist philosophy.Link: https://www.bps.lk/olib/wh/wh186_Nyanaponika-etal_Three-Basic-Facts-of-Existence--I-Anicca.htmlNote: Buddhist Publication Society resource on anicca / impermanence.Three Marks of ExistenceUse for: Impermanence, suffering/unsatisfactoriness, and non-self as core Buddhist teachings.Link: https://www.britannica.com/topic/aniccaNote: Accessible reference for anicca as impermanence in Buddhist thought.Alfred North Whitehead — Process Theology / “Fellow-Sufferer Who Understands”Use for: Process theology and God as relationally present within the becoming of the world.Link: https://processandfaith.org/becoming-christ-like-heathens/Note: This page quotes Whitehead's famous phrase from Process and Reality: “God is the great companion—the fellow-sufferer who understands.”Process Theology OverviewUse for: General overview of process theology and Whitehead's influence.Link: https://iep.utm.edu/processp/Note: Internet Encyclopedia of Philosophy overview of process philosophy/theology.C. G. Jung — Symbols of TransformationUse for: Jungian transformation, symbolic death, dissolution, renewal, and the psychological meaning of transformation symbols.Link: https://iaap.org/resources/academic-resources/collected-works-abstracts/volume-5-symbols-transformation/Note: IAAP summary of Jung's Collected Works, Volume 5: Symbols of Transformation.James Hollis — The Provisional Life / The Middle PassageUse for: The “provisional life,” the placeholder self, and midlife/disruptive transitions exposing lives built around adaptation rather than truth.Link: https://jameshollis.net/project/the-middle-passage/Note: Use as a general reference for Hollis's work on midlife passage and the provisional life. If using the exact phrase “provisional life,” confirm against the relevant Hollis text or audio.Spiritual Bypassing — John WelwoodUse for: Spiritual bypassing as using spiritual ideas/practices to avoid unresolved emotional issues, psychological wounds, or developmental tasks.Link: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-seekers-forum/202303/what-is-spiritual-bypassingNote: John Welwood coined the term spiritual bypassing; use this for accessible definition and background.Earthseed / “Shape God”Use for: Butler's idea that change can be consciously shaped rather than merely endured.Link: https://godischange.org/shape-god/Note: Include if show notes mention “Shape God” or conscious participation with change. Confirm any direct quote against Butler's novel.Octavia Butler / Parable of the Sower — Publisher PageUse for: Basic book reference for Parable of the Sower.Link: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/octavia-e-butler/parable-of-the-sower/9781538732182/Note: Publisher page for the book; good clean link for listeners.If you want to go deeper, check out the written companion on Substack and explore community + training at https://www.vanessaBennett.com.Additional ResourcesExplore: VanessaBennett.comBook: The Motherhood MythCommunity: Inner Compass CollectiveTraining: Inner Compass AcademyConnect with Inner CompassFollow on InstagramConnect with Vanessa Bennett:Follow on InstagramFollow on TikTokLearn more on SubstackConnect with Vanessa Bennett on LinkedInSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Read OnlineFrom Humble BeginningsJesus proposed a parable to the crowds. “The Kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that a person took and sowed in a field. It is the smallest of all the seeds, yet when full-grown it is the largest of plants. It becomes a large bush, and the birds of the sky come and dwell in its branches.” Matthew 13:31–32Today's Gospel presents two brief yet profoundly rich parables—the mustard seed and the leaven—each revealing distinct dimensions of the mystery of the Kingdom of Heaven. Together, they draw our attention to the Kingdom's humble beginnings and hidden power, which unfold silently yet irresistibly in the world and within the human soul.Each parable possesses layers of meaning, and the Church Fathers deeply explored these levels. In the Parable of the Mustard Seed, the seed is frequently interpreted as Christ Himself. As “the smallest of all the seeds,” the mustard seed illustrates the hiddenness and apparent insignificance of Christ's earthly life, from a worldly point of view. He entered the world in obscurity, born in a cave in Bethlehem, fleeing into exile in Egypt, and growing up in the humble village of Nazareth. His divinity—the Eternal Word through whom all things were made—was veiled beneath the lowliness of His humanity.Even as He hung upon the Cross, His divine majesty was hidden from the eyes of the world. Yet from this seed of self-emptying love—this total descent into poverty and death—sprang forth the triumph of the Resurrection, shattering the bonds of sin and death. In His risen glory, Christ has become the “largest of plants,” and, as the parable says, “the birds of the sky come and dwell in its branches.” This image is often understood as a symbol of the Church, the Mystical Body of Christ, in which the peoples of the earth find shelter, nourishment, and eternal hope.The mustard seed also represents Christ planted within each soul. When He is sown in the fertile ground of our hearts—through faith, prayer, and the Sacraments—He takes root and grows, transforming our lives from within. Though His presence may begin in us imperceptibly, it has the power to expand beyond all measure, bearing fruit not only in our lives but in the lives of all those we encounter. Ultimately, this growth finds its consummation in the New Heavens and the New Earth, where the Kingdom of God will be fully revealed.The second parable—the leaven—expresses a similar truth in another form. The leaven is often interpreted as Christ or His grace, working silently and effectively. Mixed into three measures of flour, it gradually transforms the entire batch—symbolizing the hidden work of grace within the soul. Here, Christ is not only among us, but within us, sanctifying every part of our being from the inside out.Today's Gospel concludes with a beautiful citation from “the prophet,” taken from Psalm 78:2: “I will open my mouth in parables, I will announce what has lain hidden from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 13:35). On the surface, the parables appear simple, but they conceal divine truths from those who approach with indifference or pride. Yet for those who receive them in faith and prayerfully ponder them, the Holy Spirit opens the inner meaning. What was hidden from the beginning of creation is now disclosed—not to the wise and learned of this world, but to the humble of heart. In this way, the parables serve as a school of divine wisdom, inviting the soul to move beyond mere appearances into the depths of God's eternal plan.Reflect today on the hidden ways in which Christ is at work in your life. Are you attentive to His quiet growth within you? Do you nourish the seed of His presence through prayer and the Sacraments? Trust that, even in small beginnings, God is building His Kingdom—in you, through you, and for His greater glory.Most glorious King, You desire that Your Kingdom be born within our lives through the grace poured out by Your Passion, Death, and Resurrection. Come to me, Lord, and plant the seed of grace deep within my soul. Let it take root and grow, transforming me according to Your perfect will. Through me, expand Your Kingdom on earth, until the day we behold the fullness of Your eternal Kingdom in glory. Jesus, I trust in You.  Image: Parable of the Mustard Seed, by Lawrence OP, CC BY-NC-ND 2.0.Source: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

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In today's episode, I open up about the season of duality I'm in right now, experiencing record-breaking months in business while navigating one of the most personal and challenging chapters of my life. I talk honestly about what it's like to feel grief and fear in one moment and excitement about hitting $10 million the next, and why I don't think that's something we talk about enough as leaders. This one isn't polished advice, it's me being real about what I'm working through right now, and I hope it gives you permission to be human in your own season too.

Connecting with another person is a unique and special blessing. And when you come to know that person and rely on them, you place trust in them. So what do you do when that trust is shattered? Lysa TerKeurst shares her personal stories of her divorce and friendships lost due to broken trust. She’ll help you learn how to have healthy and godly perspectives about trust and relationships so you can get on a path toward healing.Receive a copy of I Want to Trust You, But I Don’t and an audio download of "When Trust is Hard: Overcoming Betrayal and Broken Relationships" for your donation of any amount! Plus, receive member-exclusive benefits when you make a recurring gift today. Your monthly support helps families thrive.Get more episode resources Do you have a story or comment on how Focus on the Family impacted you or your family? Leave a message for Jim Daly! If you enjoyed listening to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly, please give us your feedback.

James and Al raise awareness about the effect of misinformation and voter ID laws, call for strong leadership from the ground up, and weigh election predictions and candidate quality.  Then, they welcome Emmy-winning journalist turned congressional candidate for PA-10, Janelle Stelson, to discuss her campaign against Scott Perry.  They explore the challenges Democrats face in the district, her focus on healthcare, corruption, and the economy, how to address lies from the Right, and the need for change that targets the actual desires that constituents share with the candidates.Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.  Make sure to include your city– we love to hear where you're from! More from James and Al:Get text updates from Politics War Room and Politicon.Watch Politics War Room & James Carville Explains on YouTube.James Carville & Al Hunt have launched the Politics War Room SubstackGet updates and some great behind-the-scenes content from the documentary CARVILLE: WINNING IS EVERYTHING, STUPID by following James on X @jamescarville and his new TikTok @realjamescarvilleGet More From This Week's Guest: Janelle Stelson: Twitter | Website | Facebook Please Support Our Sponsors:Air Doctor Pro:Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code WAROOM to get UP TO $300 off today! AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee, plus a 3-year warranty, free!Miracle Made:Upgrade your sleep with Miracle Made! Go to TryMiracle.com/warroom and use the code WARROOM to claim your FREE 3-PIECE TOWEL SET and SAVE over 40% OFF.Trust & Will:Get 20% off when you go to trustandwill.com/WARROOM

What if the greatest risk isn't failing? What if it's losing yourself while trying to succeed? In this episode, Dr. Alison sits down with Survivor 50 winner Aubry Bracco for a conversation about resilience, identity, and what it means to stay grounded in yourself through both success and disappointment. Aubry shares the deeply personal journey behind her years on Survivor—from experiencing a panic attack on national television and falling just short of winning, to stepping away from the game entirely after realizing she'd become disconnected from herself. Years later, she returned with a different mindset—not to prove herself, but to trust herself. That shift changed everything. Whether you're facing a setback, navigating a major life transition, or learning to quiet the pressure to achieve, this conversation is a reminder that true confidence isn't found in controlling the outcome—it's found in staying connected to who you are. You'll learn: Why resilience is built by staying present, not chasing perfection How setbacks can become invitations to deeper healing The difference between adapting and abandoning yourself Why taking risks doesn't require certainty—it requires trust How to distinguish your own inner wisdom from others' expectations What it looks like to pursue success without losing your sense of self Sometimes the bravest thing you can do isn't guaranteeing the outcome. It's trusting yourself enough to take the next step anyway. More Resources: You can now preorder Dr. Alison's newest book, The Secure Soul, and immediately receive the first 3 chapters as well as early access to the companion guide! Connect further with @dralisoncook on Instagram Curious what Family Role may have shaped you? Take the Family Role Quiz to learn how you may be showing up in your relationships with others.

Betrayal cuts deep but it also teaches you everything you need to know.In this powerful healing episode of Quality Queen Control, Asha Christina breaks down what betrayal teaches you about trust, boundaries, and healing. You'll learn why betrayal shatters trust so completely, how it reveals where your boundaries were too loose, and the exact steps to rebuild stronger ones without closing your heart forever.Asha shares the psychology of betrayal trauma, how to stop repeating the same patterns, and how to turn the pain into unshakeable self-trust and clearer standards. This isn't about forgetting it's about becoming the high-value Queen who protects her peace while still staying open to real connection.Your healing is your power. Betrayal was the lesson, not the end of your story.

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You guys… I'm literally not OK after this one. This week I sat down with Dallas TikTok queen Madison Sieli and we get into EVERYTHING. Influencer life, why niching down is basically a personality crisis, our early 2010s Jersey Shore beauty eras (bronzer AND a red lip, no notes), and the wild on-again-off-again love story that led to her getting back together with her now-boyfriend.We also rapid-fire our Dallas go-to's — best bars, most overrated spots, brunch recs, workout classes, and where we will NEVER be caught out again

Money can increase my visibility, but it cannot buy real credibility or trust. I earn trust through my behavior, consistency, and the value I bring over time. People may notice what I have, but they stay because they believe in who I am. Real credibility is built, not purchased. Show Notes: [06:07 ]#1 Personal brand strength. [13:00]#2 Credibility in your space. [18:16]#3 Trust from others. [19:43] Recap Next Steps: --- Execution is not a talent.   It is a standard. If your results don't match your ability, something in your approach is out of alignment. Most people do not have a motivation problem.   They have a consistency problem. Power Presence is the system for operating with greater discipline, clarity, structure, and execution under pressure. Learn more: → http://www.PowerPresenceProtocol.com  Know what to do but not always doing it?  Measure your execution at → http://RateMyExecution.com. Get Dre's free Daily Game email at http://WorkOnMyGame.com. Every day you'll receive one practical lesson on leadership, mindset, discipline, and execution to help you perform at a higher level. No fluff. Just game

Brick Lombardi settles in behind the board and tonight Tundra FM doesn't ease you in — it drops you straight into heavy guitar, drums that hit like a goal-line stand, and music that has something to say. If you came looking for background noise, wrong channel. This is a night built for the kind of Packers fan who believes in the grind. - **Trust the Way** — The off-season anthem. Voices screaming *win right now*, and Brick's answer is patient, deliberate, brick by brick. Green and gold from the foundation up. - **Drive the Pocket** — Written for #50, right tackle, torn patellar tendon, week 15, out for the year. The song lives in the rehab room — every rep, every doubt, every rep again. He came back and anchored that right side himself. - Brick's track intros are as much the show as the music — tonight's setups are sharp, personal, and worth the full listen. - Heavy sound with a Packers soul running underneath every note. Subscribe to Tundra FM wherever you get your podcasts. Ratings and reviews keep the dial on the air — leave one and tell a fellow Packers fan where to find it. This episode is brought to you by PrizePicks! Use code PACKDADDY to get started with America's #1 fantasy sports app. https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/PACKDADDY To advertise on this podcast please email: ad-sales@libsyn.com Or go to: https://advertising.libsyn.com/packernetpodcast Check out everything I'm building across the Packers and NFL world: NFL Draft Grades: https://nfldraftgrades.com/ Hashmarks: https://hashmarks.io/

SCRIPTURE- Proverbs 3:7"Do not be wise in your own eyes fear the LORD and turn away from evil;"REFLECTION- Fr. JimMUSIC- "Da Pacem Domine" from The Best of Gregorian Chant- "Rising Cumulus" by Jeff GreinkeNOTES- English Translation of "Da Pacem Domine"Give peace, O Lord, in our days, for there is no one elsewho fights for us except You, our God.Pray for the peace of Jerusalem.  May those who love you prosper.Give peace, O Lord, in our days...May there be peace within your strength and security within your towers.Give peace, O Lord, in our days...For the sake of my brothers and my friends, I will speak of peace concerning you.Give peace, O Lord, in our days...PRAYER OF LETTING GOTo You do I belong, O God, into Your hands I surrender my life. Pour out Your Spirit upon me that I may love You perfectly, and serve You faithfully until my soul rests in You.

Whether you know it or not - God is in charge and in control of it all…He sets it up, He makes it go and He gets the credit. Acknowledging that and Adjusting how we live Accordingly - makes a world of difference!  _ _ _ _ _Official WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookYouTube 

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes from WorkHero sit down with Cornelio Martinez, Owner at Maize Mechanical, he shares the journey of building a successful HVAC business by focusing on relationships, strategic hiring, and long-term growth instead of chasing rapid expansion. He explains how partnerships, mentorship, and investing in apprentices helped him scale sustainably while navigating the challenges of staffing, sales, and business operations. The conversation also explores his vision for contractor co-ops, workforce development, and how small businesses can compete with large private equity-backed companies. Cornelio Martinez is an advocate for electrification, workforce development, and sustainable business growth. After starting as a subcontractor, he strategically grew his company through partnerships, mentorship, and investing in apprentices. Today, he's passionate about helping independent contractors build stronger businesses while creating more opportunities for the next generation of skilled trades professionals.   Expect To Learn: Why strategic partnerships can accelerate business growth. How to know when it's time to hire employees instead of subcontractors. The pros and cons of using subcontractors versus building an in-house team. Why investing in apprentices creates long-term business stability. How transparency impacts customer sales conversations. The biggest financial lessons every growing contractor should understand. How contractor co-ops could help small HVAC businesses compete with larger organizations.   Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 00:44 – When Is the Right Time to Hire Your Next Employee? 01:53 – Learning from Mentors and Building Strategic Partnerships 03:07 – Growing Through Relationships Instead of Marketing 03:34 – Subcontractors vs. Hiring Your Own Apprentices 04:08 – Why Investing in Employees Pays Off Long-Term 06:49 – Scaling Without Overextending Your Business 07:37 – Avoiding Technical Overload During Sales Conversations 08:59 – Selling with Logic, Emotion, and Trust 11:54 – Competing with Private Equity Through Collective Buying Power 12:38 – Streamlining Operations and Holding Contractors Accountable 13:54 – Final Thoughts   Follow our Guest Cornelio Martinez: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cornelio-martinez-38660b40/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corneliomartinez/  Company Website: https://maizemechanical.com/  Company Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/people/Maize-Mechanical/61556354961579/#    Follow Gary McCreadie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/  Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/    Follow Furman Haynes:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/furmanhaynes/  WorkHero: https://www.linkedin.com/company/workherohvac/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workhero__/

We are living in an era where audacity is not optional, it is the doorway to everything you are here to build. I believe your cringe is your golden ticket, and I know it because Chris Corsini lived through that exact moment before he built a multimillion-dollar business off his cellphone. I found Chris years ago through his Instagram astrology videos, and I had never seen someone do sign language and astrology together. His energy is unmatched, and this conversation went so much deeper than I expected because Chris just made and spent $6 million in 5 years, and he is telling me exactly what happened while he is still living through it. In this episode, we explore:

We are living in an era where audacity is not optional, it is the doorway to everything you are here to build. I believe your cringe is your golden ticket, and I know it because Chris Corsini lived through that exact moment before he built a multimillion-dollar business off his cellphone. I found Chris years ago through his Instagram astrology videos, and I had never seen someone do sign language and astrology together. His energy is unmatched, and this conversation went so much deeper than I expected because Chris just made and spent $6 million in 5 years, and he is telling me exactly what happened while he is still living through it. In this episode, we explore:

What if some of the desires we interpret as sexual are also expressions of a deeper longing for affection, belonging, emotional safety and genuine connection?In this episode of Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations, Tobi speaks with college media instructor, award-winning author and conflict-resolution graduate Karl Beckstrand. Karl is the author of dozens of books, including Abundant Paths: Beyond Either/Or Thinking to Fulfilling Same-Sex Relationships That Last.Karl shares his personal journey of wrestling with sexual desire, loneliness, identity, faith and the search for lasting emotional fulfilment. He explains what he calls “the paradox of sex” and how removing a sexual agenda from some relationships helped him experience greater trust, bonding and emotional intimacy.This is not a conversation against sex. It is an invitation to look beneath sexual attraction and ask what emotional need may be seeking attention.Chapters00:00 – Exploring sex, love and fulfilling relationships00:20 – Karl's background and the inspiration for Abundant Paths01:09 – Early exposure to sexual ideas and personal struggles02:08 – How removing a sexual agenda changed Karl's relationships03:16 – Principles for lasting and fulfilling relationships04:16 – Recognising the desire to regain control05:29 – Faith, identity and honest self-expression06:34 – Vulnerability, honesty and the development of trust08:15 – The relationship between sex and emotional needs09:23 – What libido may reveal about emotional well-being10:31 – Meeting emotional needs through genuine connection11:36 – Creating lasting bonds without sex12:59 – Communicating honestly about attraction13:24 – Why one partner cannot meet every need14:37 – Developing meaningful relationships beyond romance15:11 – Trust and emotional boundaries16:40 – Friendships and concerns about emotional infidelity18:14 – Applying these insights to different relationships19:41 – Karl's perspective on fluidity in attraction and identity21:39 – Distinguishing attraction from sexual desire23:33 – Finding an authentic identity beyond labels25:07 – Reflecting on Karl's past and present relationships26:35 – Meeting emotional needs beyond sexual connection29:19 – Faith, diverse attractions and the love of God31:02 – How to connect and work with Karl31:46 – Embracing your uniqueness and experiencing joyAbout Karl BeckstrandKarl Beckstrand is a college media instructor, speaker, publisher and award-winning author. Raised in San Jose, California, he earned a bachelor's degree in journalism, a master's degree in conflict resolution and a certificate in broadcasting and film.Connect with Karl BeckstrandWebsite: Premio BooksBook: Abundant Paths on AmazonSpiritual companion book: God Adores YouContact: Through the contact form on Karl's websiteWatch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HHkiMS10QeA Continue the conversationWhat emotional needs do you believe people sometimes mistake for sexual desire?Share this episode with someone who is learning to build healthier and more honest relationships.Subscribe to Mirror Talk: Soulful Conversations wherever you listen to podcasts, and leave a rating or review to help more people discover these meaningful conversations.Visit MirrorTalkPodcast.com for more soulful conversations on relationships, healing, identity, purpose, spirituality and personal growth.Content note: This episode contains a personal discussion of sexuality, sexual behaviour, faith and relationship challenges. The views expressed are the guest's personal perspectives and are not medical or mental-health advice.Try Aletheia today: https://aletheia.mirrortalkpodcast.com Ask what is on your heart. Mirror Talk will reflect back what may help you see more clearly. Try it here: https://mirrortalkpodcast.com/ask-mirror-talk/Could you support us by becoming a Patreon? Please consider subscribing to one or more of our offerings at http://patreon.com/MirrorTalk 

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I break down the real way I approach sales, building trust by talking about what can go wrong instead of just selling upside. I share how I went from scrappy, no budget marketing to building businesses that generate serious cash, and why most entrepreneurs move too fast into holding companies without the fundamentals. We get into the three things you actually need to win, cash, network, and operational skill, and how I think about scaling, hiring, and stepping back from the day to day. Grow your business:   https://sweatystartup.com/events   Book:   https://www.amazon.com/Sweaty-Startup-Doing-Boring-Things/dp/006338762X     Newsletter:   https://www.nickhuber.com/newsletter     My Companies:   Offshore recruiting – https://somewhere.com   Cost segregation – https://recostseg.com   Self storage – https://boltstorage.com   RE development – http://www.boltbuilders.com   Brokerage – https://nickhuber.com   Paid ads – https://adrhino.com   SEO – https://boldseo.com   Insurance – https://titanrisk.com   Pest control – https://spidexx.com     Sell a business:   http://nickhuber.com/sell     Buy a business:   https://www.nickhuber.com/buy     Invest with me:   http://nickhuber.com/invest     Social Profiles:   X – https://www.x.com/sweatystartup   Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sweatystartup   TikTok – https://www.tiktok.com/404?fromUrl=/sweatystartup   LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup     Podcasts:   The Sweaty Startup & The Nick Huber Show   https://open.spotify.com/show/7L5zQxijU81xq4SbVYNs81     Free PDF – How to analyze a self-storage deal:   https://sweatystartup.ck.page/79046c9b03  

The warning signs are piling up for LIV Golf—but is the league really finished, or is there still a path forward? In this episode of The Golf Podcast we break down the latest trouble surrounding LIV Golf, including a new $1 million lawsuit alleging unpaid licensing and usage fees, Jon Rahm's noncommittal response when asked whether he expects to play for LIV in 2027, and the growing questions about the league's long-term future. With LIV returning after a nearly two-month hiatus, we discuss whether these developments could represent the final nail in the coffin—or whether the league can still secure the investment and sponsorship needed to survive. We also examine LIV Golf's lasting impact on professional golf, from larger PGA Tour purses and greater player influence to schedule changes, international expansion, and the continued debate over team golf. Then we play “Win or Lose” to determine how LIV's disruption has affected LIV players, PGA Tour stars, the PGA Tour itself, golf fans, major championships, and tournament sponsors. Plus, we revisit Bryson DeChambeau's controversial two-stroke penalty at The Open, his public response to the ruling, and whether the incident risks undoing the image transformation he has built through recent success and his popular YouTube channel. Was the penalty justified, did Bryson handle it poorly, and will LIV Golf still exist in 2027? We debate it all.   Listen to This Week’s Show Download on iTunes here Listen on Spotify here Thanks to this Week’s Sponsors Titleist is committed to ensuring that every golf ball delivers superior quality and consistency.  From ball to ball, dozen to dozen we should expect our golf ball to perform exactly the same way, shot after shot. That's why Titleist owns the design, the technology and the manufacturing to make sure consistency spot on every time. They even conduct all the testing and quality checks to make sure nothing slips through the cracks.  Titleist is the #1 ball for every player and the #1 ball in golf.  Choose the best for your game and find out more at Titleist.com. Trust your golf game to FootJoy, the number one Shoe in Golf. Shop now at FootJoy.com. Feeling tired?  Your pillow may be to blame.  Check out Lagoon and take the free quiz to find a pillow that suits you.  Go to LagoonSleep.com/Golficity and use code GOLFICITY for 15% off. Thanks for tuning to The Golf Podcast! Cover Image via X

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On this episode of PT Breakfast Club, Jimmy McKay, Tony Maritato, and Dave Kittle unpack one of the profession's loudest conversations: burnout.But instead of stopping at “PTs are burned out,” they push into the more useful question: what are clinicians actually asking for when they say they want fewer patients?More time? A buffer between visits? Better systems? Less emotional carryover? A job that matches the version of the profession they thought they were entering?The crew also asks the dangerous dinner-party question: would you become a PT again? Tony and Dave both say yes, but with caveats. They'd understand market forces sooner, think differently about ownership, and build earlier.In the second half, the conversation pivots to social media, AI, and clinic growth. Tony shares how he's using Meta AI, ChatGPT, and Gemini to analyze what is actually working across his content. Dave explains how TikTok is already creating real patient conversations for Concierge Pain Relief. Jimmy ties it together with a lesson from his talk to PT students in Colorado:Attention leads to trust. Trust leads to action.And the big takeaway for clinics?Stop trying to create “social media.”Create media that is social.Big IdeasBurnout needs a clearer definition before PT can solve it.“Fewer patients” may actually mean more time, recovery, documentation space, or emotional reset.Better pay might help, but it does not automatically fix workplace dissatisfaction.PT students are still fired up about the profession, and that matters.Future clinicians need to understand market forces, not just anatomy and interventions.Social media is not just marketing fluff. It is attention, trust, and patient behavior.Clinics should stop overproducing and start documenting real moments.AI can help clinicians and clinic owners understand what their audience is telling them.The FITT-VP principle works for exercise, communication, business, and content.Best Line“Don't try to create social media. Try to create media that is social.”

Data can guide the decision. But it cannot always predict what comes next. In this episode of The Level Up Podcast, Paul Alex breaks down how successful entrepreneurs balance analytics with experience, intuition, and the courage to make bold decisions without perfect certainty. Numbers reveal patterns from the past. Instinct helps you recognize opportunities and risks that may not appear on a spreadsheet. The strongest leaders study the data, trust their training, and know when it is time to make the call. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why data is powerful but cannot perfectly predict the future• How experience creates the intuition behind strong business decisions• Why waiting for complete certainty can destroy innovation and momentum• How great leaders combine analytics with bold, decisive action The truth is simple: Data should inform your decisions. It should not control them. Study the numbers. Respect the warning signs. Trust the experience you have earned. When the opportunity is right, make the move before your competitors do. True visionaries see what the metrics cannot. Your Network is your NETWORTH! Make sure to add me on all SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGhDAD1JyGGzSQUPD9lc9HQLinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out one of my companies below to see if we can help you: www.CashSwipe.com FREE Copy of my book “Blue to Digital Gold - The New American Dream”www.officialPaulAlex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Think about how many systems your employees use just to get their work done. One for payroll. Another for benefits, communication, training, expenses, or scheduling. And when those systems don't work well together, simple tasks become harder than they need to be. Employees waste time searching for answers. Frustration builds. Trust breaks down. And slowly, they start to disengage and care less about the work... and your customers. My special guest today is David Noe of Payroll Partners and he's simplifying how to make your work tech better. We tackle and simplify all aspects of it, including: What "digital employee experience" actually means. The signs that your workplace technology is making work harder instead of easier. Why human connection and real support still matter in a world of digital tools and AI. How HR, IT, and operations leaders can simplify their tech stack without creating more chaos. Where to start when employees are overwhelmed by too many systems, logins, workflows or unclear processes. And how Payroll Partners uncovers what a client really needs before recommending the right solution. Because better workplace technology is not about adding another tool. It's about removing friction so people can find the answers they need, in order to do their jobs well. Q: Are you wanting to make your work tech better? If yes, this one is for you. It's time to #DoTheThing! ---- Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/428-how-to-make-your-work-tech-better---with-david-noe

We hope you enjoy today's Scripture reading and devotional aimed at equipping you for moral and spiritual transformation. Today's Bible reading is Obadiah. To read along with the podcast, grab a print copy of the devotional. ESV Bible narration read by Julius J. Kim. Follow us on social media to stay up to date: Instagram Facebook Twitter

Three-time Pulitzer winner Mike McIntire joins me to talk about his new book Ricochet (out today), and this one hit me hard. We've got more guns than people in this country, and I wanted to know how we got here and why we can't fix it. Mike broke down the NRA's radicalization, the Second Amendment fight all the way to the Supreme Court, and why Bobby Kennedy's assassination still echoes through this debate today. Trust me, you don't want to miss this one. Mike McIntire is an investigative reporter, author, and editor. As a member of the investigations unit at The New York Times, he shared Pulitzer Prizes in 2022 for reporting on the hidden financial incentives behind police traffic stops, and in 2017 for reporting on covert Russian interference in the US presidential election. This brilliant book, Ricochet: Guns, Greed, and the American Way of Violence, is out today, July 21st, and is widely important. Anthony Scaramucci is the founder and managing partner of SkyBridge, a global alternative investment firm, and founder and chairman of SALT, a global thought leadership forum and venture studio. Pre-order my next book, All the Wrong Moves: How Three Catastrophic Decisions Led to the Rise of Trump, out on the 17th of September in the UK and the 22nd of September in the US: ⁠https://www.scaramucci.net/allthewrongmoves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What happens when businesses invite AI into the very workflows that define how they operate? And if AI can organize your finances, research tax law, and prepare a return in minutes, what becomes the human job? In this episode of Inside Job, Matt and Aaron open with a conversation about AI agents moving deeper into the workplace, what businesses may gain from that transition, and what they risk when they hand over their data, intellectual property, and operational knowledge. Then, Matt talks with CPA, professor, and firm owner Lori Hauck about how accounting has evolved from shoeboxes full of receipts to cloud software and generative AI, why trust remains the profession's greatest asset, and how accountants are becoming less like number crunchers and more like trusted advisors. As AI transforms one of the world's oldest professions, this episode asks a bigger question: When technology handles more of the work, what becomes uniquely human?

The WIP Morning Team break down what's going on with the latest news surrounding Jalen Carter and if it's time to make him the highest paid defensive player in NFL history or trade him now while his value it at its highest. They discuss who would be interested in Carter and who else might be next for a big payday if Carter is moved elsewhere. They also listen to Rich Paul's explanation for why LeBron said “Trust the Process” two times during his appearance at NYC's Fanatic Fest.

Who would have thought that a tiny HTML file could lead to a diagnostic based on server logs?This week I share the latest fruit from the on-going site recovery that will soon be a case study on how to recover from a Helpful Content "site demise".If Google is verifing your domain once a month on the same day - without a doubt you are in topical trouble.I have more professional ways to describe it - at the end I give you the 4 takeaways from this information.Get used to looking at your logs!Mentioned in the show:VizzEx - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://vizzex.ai/vizzex-pro/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This week a little more about the newest VizzEx tool - Symmetry Gate™ Check Tool. You can find it at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://symmetrygate.ai⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Last week's episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/symmetry-before-semantics-why-seo-meaning-without-proof/id1547082306?i=1000776753514Get on the waiting list for the next cohort of the AI Visibility Mastery 12-month course. We are committed to the success of our members.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://vizzex.ai/ai-visibility-mastery/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Wordpress registration⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HubSpot registration⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Symmetry Gate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - check the "cost" of your content for AI models to extract informationSubscribe to Confessions of an SEO™ wherever you get your podcasts. Your subscribing and download sends the message that you appreciate what is being shared and helping others find Confessions of an SEO™An easy place to leave a review ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/confessions-of-an-seo-1973881⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠You can find me on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Carolyn Holzman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Linkedin⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠American Way Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Google Directly⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AmericanWayMedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Consulting AgencyNeed Help With an Issue? - reach out Text me here - 512-222-3132Music from Uppbeathttps://uppbeat.io/t/doug-organ/fugue-stateLicense code: HESHAZ4ZOAUMWTUA

We are wired to love stories and they are a powerful marketing tool. In this episode, we talk with storytelling and branding expert John Elbing about why most marketing falls flat when it starts with the business instead of the buyer. We share a simple three-step framework that helps people recognize themselves, trust what they see, and picture the outcome before they commit. Click to listen!Send us Fan MailDownload the FREE "What Do You Do?" Formula Guide here.Support the showShow Notes  

Can we trust our minds to know reality?This clip is taken from Nathan Jacobs' most recent interview with Thomas Thorogood and features a reaction to a discussion between Destiny and T.K. Coleman on The Minimalists podcast. Their exchange raises a profound philosophical question: what makes our reasoning faculties trustworthy in the first place?Nathan explores properly functioning faculties, Descartes' skepticism, moderate foundationalism, and the crucial distinction between realism and nominalism. Along the way, he argues that every act of perception, reasoning, language, and scientific inquiry already presupposes realism, making it impossible to consistently live or argue as a nominalist.If you've ever wondered whether we can genuinely know reality—or what our ability to reason tells us about the nature of the world—this discussion offers a compelling introduction to some of philosophy's deepest questions.======================================Timestamps00:00 — A Debate About Objective Morality06:24 — Why Our Faculties Matter09:21 — Properly Functioning Faculties09:48 — Hard vs Moderate Foundationalism10:19 — Descartes and Radical Doubt13:09 — Why Skepticism Cannot Be Lived14:24 — Trusting Our Faculties16:26 — The Most Important Question in Philosophy17:26 — Realism vs Nominalism19:14 — Why Perception Depends on Realism20:34 — Why Logic Depends on Realism22:17 — Why Everyone Lives Like a Realist23:14 — Realism and Providence24:07 — Morality, the Numinous, and Human Experience25:52 — Every Argument Presupposes Realism26:56 — Living Consistently With Your Worldview======================================Do you like this content? Join Jacobs Premium to get exclusive access to essays, lecture series, monthly Q&A Zoom calls, and ourbook club. Use code: LEWIS to get a discount: https://www.thenathanjacobspodcast.com/Support the East West Series: http://theeastwestseries.com/======================================Relevant Links:Thomas Thorogood Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNu3mGq6HhUThe Most Important Question: https://youtu.be/nVmPIMg4St4All links:The Theological Letters (Substack): https://nathanajacobs.substack.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenathanjacobspodcastX: https://x.com/NathanJacobsPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nathanandrewjacobsAcademia: https://vanderbilt.academia.edu/NathanAJacobsListen and please review the podcast elsewhere:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hSskUtCwDT40uFbqTk3QSApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nathan-jacobs-podcast

Andrew and Tristan Tate are arrested in the US for extradition to the UK on charges including rape and child pornography… and we examine the influencers and Right-wing grifters who covered for them for years; Hasan Piker is cosplaying as Chairman Mao; and we recommend some strategies to end the Iran War. Ep. 2467 - - - Today's Sponsors: Golden Crest Metals - Listeners can receive up to $25,000 in free silver on qualifying purchases, along with a free investor kit and portfolio review, with no obligation. Visit https://GoldenCrestMetals.com/Ben, call (888) 429-3999, or text BEN to METALS—that's 63825. Trust & Will - Get 20% off when you go to https://trustandwill.com/SHAPIRO  - - - Click here to join the member-exclusive portion of my show: https://dwplus.watch/BenShapiroMemberExclusive - - - DailyWire+

As midterms approach, deep uncertainty hangs over the country as institutional distrust grows, and the battle over artificial intelligence infrastructure heats up. Bruce Mehlman, founder of Mehlman Consulting, joins to discuss the high level of uncertainty defining the upcoming midterms, why a multi-decade "trust recession" has Americans turning away from federal institutions, and the rising battle over artificial intelligence infrastructure as states debate data center moratoriums while trying to maintain tech dominance over China.  There is growing concern over public cameras and how they are being used by police departments. Critics claim the cameras could be used to target people, while also potentially violating city and state laws. Retired FBI Special Agent John Iannarelli joins Lisa Brady to discuss how the technology is helping fight crime, while being accused of violating rights. PLUS, commentary by Former Senior Economic Adviser Steve Moore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Confession... I had absolutely no idea what Sir InQ was going to say about me in this episode.

I talk with Mark Paulek, Chief Human Resources Officer at Kyndryl, about how leaders should approach AI transformation without losing employee trust. We get into Kyndryl's People Readiness Report, the company's AIR framework for anticipating demand, inventorying skills, and redeploying talent, plus how they think about AI governance, human-in-the-loop decisions, ROI, reskilling, and why AI adoption is ultimately a people challenge before it is a technology challenge.

What if the interruption in front of you is actually the beginning of a miracle? In this message, Pastor Steve leads us through Matthew 9 to show how Jesus never saw people as distractions. Instead, He embraced interruptions as opportunities for God to move. As we look at Jesus' encounters with a grieving father and a woman in need of healing, we're challenged to see our own interruptions differently—and to recognize that God may be using them to reach the people He's placed in our lives. You'll learn how to: See interruptions as opportunities instead of inconveniences. Notice the people God has placed right in front of you. Trust that your next conversation might be the beginning of a miracle. Every miracle begins with an interruption. The question is: Will you be ready when God interrupts your plans?

In this episode, Sathiya sits down with Laura Cheadle, J.D., a former corporate attorney turned betrayal trauma coach, to explore how couples can rebuild trust after pornography addiction, infidelity, and relational betrayal. Drawing from her own experience of discovering her husband's long-term affairs after 15 years of marriage, Laura shares why healing begins with learning to trust yourself again and explains the essential roles of honesty, empathy, accountability, and patience in restoring a relationship. Together, they discuss how betrayed partners can process trauma, why genuine change requires more than apologies or quick fixes, and how couples can create a stronger, more authentic marriage through intentional communication and mutual healing. Whether you're seeking forgiveness or recovering from betrayal, this conversation offers compassionate, practical guidance for navigating one of the most difficult challenges a relationship can face. SATHIYA'S RESOURCES: Free Recovery Book (The Last Relapse) Join the brotherhood (DeepClean Inner Circle) Live Training To Quit Porn For Good LORA'S RESOURCES: Explore her website Send her an email Timestamps: 01:09 Laura's Personal Betrayal Journey and Initial Counseling Challenges 07:53 Understanding the Betrayer's Pain and Compassionate Perspectives 16:56 Rebuilding Communication, Honesty, and Nervous System Regulation 23:44 De-Personalization and Setting Boundaries in the Healing Process 26:41 Navigating Family Dynamics and Social Reactions 30:05 Commitment to Truth, Complete Disclosure, and the “Slow Drip” Phenomenon 33:57 Trust Rebuilt Through Consistent Repair, Vulnerability, and Partnership 39:33 Applying Betrayal Recovery Insights to Pornography Addiction Context 44:49 Sexual Intimacy and Rebuilding Connection Post-Betrayal 49:33 The Importance of Pacing and Patience in Healing 54:28 Self-Trust as the Foundation for Sustainable Relationship Healing 01:03:16 Current Status and Reflection on Growth After Eight Years

Have you ever received one piece of feedback that made you question everything?   Maybe someone replied to an email saying they didn't understand your offer. Maybe a colleague suggested changing your website or messaging. Suddenly, you're wondering if your entire strategy is wrong.   As a service-based woman entrepreneur, do you tend to overthink feedback? In case you can relate, this episode offers a mindset shift that protects your confidence and keeps you from making emotional business decisions.   Instead of reacting to every opinion, Nikki shares a simple framework for evaluating feedback with discernment so you stay focused on what truly moves your business forward. The Transformation   Before listening, you may find yourself: Second-guessing your offers after one critical comment. Feeling pressure to change your messaging every time someone shares an opinion. Confusing isolated feedback with evidence that your strategy isn't working. Losing confidence because one person's perspective outweighs your own results.   After listening, you learn how to: Evaluate feedback without immediately going into fix-it mode. Trust your data and client results instead of reacting emotionally. Stay calm, confident, and intentional in your business decisions. Strengthen your sales confidence by using discernment, not doubt. What You Learn   In this episode, Nikki shares: Why not all feedback deserves equal weight. The four-question Earn the Right Filter for evaluating feedback before changing your strategy. How to recognize when someone's feedback is influenced by their own agenda. Why patterns matter more than isolated opinions. How trusting your client data creates stronger business decisions and greater confidence. A Quote Worth Remembering   "Confidence doesn't come from ignoring feedback. It comes from knowing which feedback deserves your attention." Try This This Week   The next time someone gives you feedback that makes you question yourself or your business, pause before making changes.   Run it through Nikki's Earn the Right Filter: Has the person earned the right? Has the feedback earned the right? Has the intent earned the right? Has my own data earned more trust?   Notice how much more confidently you make decisions when you create space between receiving feedback and reacting to it. Who This Episode Is For   This episode is especially valuable when you: Feel uncomfortable with selling and tend to second-guess yourself. Depend on referrals and want more confidence in your marketing. Frequently change your messaging based on outside opinions. Want a relationship-based sales approach that feels natural instead of reactive. Are building a business based on confidence, clarity, and consistent client enrollment. Resources Mentioned   The Earn the Right Filter framework. Learn more sales strategies and relationship-based selling techniques at www.yoursalesmaven.com Explore additional podcast episodes focused on sales confidence, sales mindset, consultative selling, and how to sell without being pushy. Strategic Next Step   When you're ready to stop second-guessing your sales conversations and start enrolling more of the right clients through natural, confident communication, explore Nikki's coaching and training resources at Sales Maven. Discover proven, repeatable sales frameworks that create more consistent yeses while staying true to your values. About Nikki Rausch   Nikki Rausch guides service-based women entrepreneurs who feel uncomfortable with selling to confidently enroll more clients through natural, relationship-based conversations. Through practical strategies and proven frameworks, you learn how to create consistent business growth while staying true to your values. Whether you're building sales confidence, improving client enrollment, or refining your sales communication, Nikki shows you how to create sales that feel natural and results that feel inevitable.   You're invited to join the Sales Maven Society. Take advantage of this opportunity to get the support needed to increase your close rate. Bring your questions, concerns, and sales situations; Nikki provides answers and guidance. Join the Sales Maven Society here, click Join Today, and then check out and use coupon code 47trial to get your first month for$47.00!     For more actionable sales tips, download the FREE Closing The Sale Ebook.   Find Nikki: Nikki Rausch nikki@yoursalesmaven.com Facebook | LinkedIn | Instagram Sales Maven Society https://calendly.com/salesmaven/work-with-nikki-discussion

Evan Dash is the CEO of StoreBound and Author of the best-selling book, A Dash of Good: How to Turn a Business Based on Values into a Valuable Business. Evan's journey took him from firefighter to business executive before becoming a household name in the kitchenware industry. Alongside his wife Rachel, they launched DASH, their namesake kitchenware brand. Under Dash's leadership, the company skyrocketed to success, achieving sales of over $1 billion in sales and becoming the world's largest producer of waffle makers, popcorn poppers, and egg cookers, with over 100 million units sold. Before its 10th anniversary, Dash negotiated a majority sale of his company to Groupe SEB, the $8 billion global leader in the housewares industry.Highlight Bullets> Here's a glimpse of what you would learn…. Entrepreneurial journey from firefighter to CEO of a billion-dollar kitchenware brand.Transition from corporate retail experience to founding a business.Importance of a retail-first strategy versus direct-to-consumer approaches.Challenges faced in retail, including inventory management and product-market fit.The significance of a caring company culture and hiring practices.Strategies for DTC brands entering the retail space.The role of AI in enhancing business operations and creativity.Partnership dynamics in business, particularly with a spouse.Lessons learned from early failures and successes in product launches.Emphasis on building trust and relationships with customers and retailers.In this episode of the Ecomm Breakthrough Podcast, host Josh Hadley interviews Evan Dash, CEO of StoreBound and founder of Dash kitchenware. Evan shares his unconventional journey from firefighter to entrepreneur, building a brand that surpassed $1 billion in sales. He discusses leveraging brick-and-mortar retail expertise, the importance of a content-first strategy, and hiring people who genuinely care. Evan also highlights his partnership with his wife Rachel, strategies for DTC brands entering retail, and AI's growing role in business operations.Here are the 3 action items that Josh identified from this episode:Start where you have an unfair advantage Leverage your existing expertise, network, or channel (retail, DTC, etc.) instead of blindly following trends. Validate demand before scaling Use tools like crowdfunding, small test runs, or pilot launches to confirm product-market fit and reduce inventory risk. Treat retail like a different business If entering brick-and-mortar, master pricing, margins, cash flow, and logistics—don't assume your DTC playbook will work.Timestamps:00:00:00 Introduction and Setting the StageEvan discusses generational shifts in kitchenware preferences and the initial marketing approach for Dash.00:00:22 Podcast IntroductionHost introduces the E-com Breakthrough Podcast and sets up the episode's focus.00:00:35 Guest Introduction: Evan Dash's BackgroundEvan's journey from firefighter to CEO, and the founding of Dash kitchenware.00:01:51 Personal Connection and Product RecognitionHost shares personal experience with Dash products and introduces the main interview.00:02:19 Evan's Entrepreneurial JourneyEvan recounts his unconventional path from firefighting to retail and business.00:04:01 Lessons from Retail and E-commerce EvolutionEvan discusses his retail background, the fall of legacy brands, and the rise of e-commerce.00:05:57 Transition from Corporate to EntrepreneurshipEvan explains how being fired led him to start his own business with his wife.00:07:45 Working with a Spouse: Partnership InsightsEvan and the host discuss the dynamics and benefits of building a business with their wives.00:10:02 Travel and Business Partnership BenefitsEvan shares the advantages of traveling and working closely with his spouse.00:11:21 Launching Dash: Retail-First StrategyEvan explains why Dash started with a retail-first approach and the challenges faced.00:12:11 Early Product Experiments and Brand NamingEvan describes initial product ideas, licensing, and the decision to use his last name for the brand.00:14:30 Content-Driven Brand BuildingDash's early focus on content creation, social media, and appealing to younger consumers.00:16:37 Retail Placement and Cash Flow ChallengesHow Dash leveraged retail relationships for credibility and managed cash flow pressures.00:17:47 Retail Flywheel and Industry FOMOThe impact of early retail success and how it led to more opportunities.00:18:35 Product Flops and Risk MitigationEvan discusses product failures, the importance of sell-through, and strategies to minimize risk.00:22:07 Crowdfunding and Retailer RelationshipsUsing Kickstarter/Indiegogo to test products and proactively managing retailer relationships.00:24:30 Advice for DTC Brands Entering RetailEvan's recommendations for DTC brands looking to expand into retail.00:25:08 Learning New Channels and Building ExpertiseThe importance of becoming an expert in new sales channels and hiring for knowledge gaps.00:27:02 Brokers vs. Direct Outreach in RetailPros and cons of using brokers versus direct outreach for retail expansion.00:28:14 Focus, Time Management, and Agency PitfallsThe risks of losing focus, the value of time, and challenges with agencies.00:29:37 Hiring Smart People and Building TeamsHow hiring smarter people and building strong teams drives business growth.00:30:36 Culture of Caring and Core ValuesEvan's approach to company culture, hiring for care, and building a values-driven organization.00:34:15 Defining “Care” in Company CultureWhat “care” means at Dash and how it's embedded in the company's DNA.00:35:16 Empowerment, Trust, and Winning HeartsPairing care with empowerment, trust, and a focus on winning hearts internally and externally.00:38:20 Culture as a Competitive AdvantageHow culture and core values translate to consumer experience and business success.00:39:16 AI in Business: Human vs. AutomationEvan's perspective on AI, its role in efficiency, and why humans remain central.00:40:17 AI as a Multiplier, Not a ReplacementHow Dash is adopting AI to boost productivity while maintaining a human-centric approach.00:41:28 Final Thoughts and Book RecommendationEvan recommends his book and offers to connect with listeners.00:41:49 Three Actionable TakeawaysHost summarizes key lessons: domain expertise, caring culture, and hiring smart people.00:45:08 Rapid-Fire Questions: Book, AI Tool, InspirationEvan shares his favorite book, AI tools, and sources of inspiration in CPG and fashion.00:48:34 Closing and Contact InformationHow to connect with Evan and Dash; episode wrap-up.Resources mentioned in this episode:Josh Hadley on LinkedIneComm Breakthrough ConsultingeComm Breakthrough PodcastEmail Josh Hadley: Josh@eCommBreakthrough.comTools and Websites"Kickstarter": "00:23:27""Indiegogo": "00:23:27""ChatGPT": "00:46:15"Books"

Trust-building is essential, as the online space enters into what Jill calls the current "trust recession." Trust typically takes at least 18-24 months of consistent effort to develop, but there are ways to accelerate the process. Today, Jill shares those 6 strategies for speeding up the trust process. They include increasing touch points with your audience; using storytelling to build genuine connection; "going against your pitch" by being brutally honest even when it costs you a sale; exposing an "us versus them" dynamic by calling out problematic industry practices; creating "model of the world" content that positions you as an authority; and adopting an "abundance sell" mindset that signals you don't desperately need the sale.    Get on the waitlist for FBA: https://jillfitfree.com/fba-waitlist/   Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effectively made the transition from training clients in person and having no time to build anything else to training clients online and actually being more successful. Today, Jill helps other coaches to do the same.   Connect with me! Instagram: @jillfit | @fitbizu Facebook: @jillfit Website: jillfit.com

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What if the peace you're searching for isn't something you achieve by changing your circumstances, but something you discover by turning inward?In this episode, meditation teacher and filmmaker Tom Cronin returns to explore how meditation can transform the way we experience life beyond the moments we spend sitting with our eyes closed.If you feel overwhelmed by the constant noise of modern life, caught in repetitive thought patterns, or constantly chasing the next achievement, this conversation offers a powerful perspective on finding inner stability, clarity, and fulfillment.How a consistent meditation practice can create greater presence, emotional balance, and peace in everyday lifeWhy chasing external success and experiences often leaves us feeling unfulfilled, and how to shift toward a deeper sense of inner fulfillmentHow silence and stillness reveal hidden patterns of the mind, helping you become aware of your thoughts rather than being controlled by themListen to this episode to discover how meditation can help you cultivate lasting peace, transform your relationship with your thoughts, and live from a place of deeper fulfillment.˚KEY POINTS AND TIMESTAMPS:01:01 - Welcoming Tom Cronin Back02:49 - Evolving and Measuring a Meditation Practice08:26 - Real-Life Changes Meditation Creates10:48 - Equanimity, Peace, and Moksha13:49 - Volition: The Intention Behind Every Action15:24 - The Ego's Endless Quest for Fulfillment20:44 - Finding Inner Fulfillment Through Meditation23:32 - Hidden Patterns and Awakened Senses in Silence32:06 - Cultivating Peace in a Turbulent World36:39 - Trust, Fear, and Closing Reflections˚MEMORABLE QUOTE:"We can't wait for things to be peaceful for us to find peace. We have to learn how we can cultivate peace whilst we're in a very unpeaceful world, an unstable world."˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Tom's website: https://tomcronin.com˚Previous podcast conversation with Tom Cronin on episode #336: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/336˚Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

Little Mary was certain she would play Mary, the mother of Jesus, in the Sunday school play. Her name was Mary. She knew the whole story. And when her teacher announced she would play Elizabeth instead, with very few lines, she smiled and clapped along with everyone else — and then cried in her mother's arms later that day. It is a small story, but it captures something true about what it means to be crushed in spirit. The disappointment does not have to be catastrophic to be deeply real. Psalm 34:18 holds one of Scripture's most tender promises: the Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. And the evidence of that nearness runs throughout Scripture. Even on the cross, in the midst of His own suffering, Jesus looked down and saw His mother's anguish. He did not look away. He made provision for her — entrusting her to John, offering both of them to each other in their grief, because He knew they were crushed and He would not leave them without care. That is the nature of this God: He draws near on His own to those who are broken, without waiting to be invited, because He knows that when we are crushed in spirit, we often cannot see the way out. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning — and God walks with us through every dark hour in between. Today's Bible Verse "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."— Psalm 34:18, NIV Ponder Today God draws near to the crushed in spirit without waiting to be invited. Psalm 34:18 does not say God draws near when we seek Him — it says He is already near to the brokenhearted. A special closeness is reserved for those who are suffering. Jesus saw His mother's anguish from the cross and made provision for her. Even in the middle of His own suffering, He did not overlook her pain. That same attentiveness belongs to you. He sees your anguish too. Nothing can separate us from the love of God. Not betrayal, not loss, not the feeling of being chosen last or overlooked entirely. Not height or depth, not angels or demons, and not even death has the power to sever what God has secured. When you are crushed in spirit, you often cannot see the way out — and that is exactly why God comes close. He brings His strength and grace into the places where ours has completely run out. Trust the One who can see what you cannot. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning. The night can feel long and unending. But God is present in every hour of it, and a breakthrough is on the way. Morning will come because God's promises do not fail. A Prayer for You Today Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for saving those who are crushed in spirit. I lift up everyone who has been invisible to others, chosen last, betrayed, and hurting in ways that feel endless. Let them feel Your presence and Your unwavering, unfailing, and perfect love. As they go through this pain, keep the source of comfort close to their weary hearts. May they place their hope and trust in You, because You will never leave or forsake them. Thank You for always keeping Your promises. Thank You for drawing near when the heart is broken and offering a way out when the spirit is crushed. I will place my trust in You, Lord, for You are my safety and my God. In Jesus' name, Amen. Don't Miss an Episode If today's prayer reached you in a place of real heartbreak, we'd love to stay connected. Subscribe to the LifeAudio newsletter at LifeAudio.com for daily prayers, devotionals, and more content to remind you that God is near — especially in the hardest and darkest moments of life. If you like this podcast, be sure to check out our sister podcast, Your Nightly Prayer - an evening Christian prayer podcast to help you end your day in conversation with God. https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-nightly-prayer/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Maxxine Dupri is officially embracing her villain era... and she's not apologizing for it. Fresh off one of the most talked-about moments on Monday Night Raw, Maxxine joins Nikki & Brie to look back at the journey that got her here, from NFL cheerleader and entrepreneur to one of WWE's fastest-rising stars. Then things take a turn as she doubles down on her new attitude, defends that kiss with Austin Theory, issues a warning to Nikki, and makes it very clear she's done trying to make everyone happy. Sweet? Maybe. Sorry? Not anymore. Trust us... you're going to want to hear this one. Call Nikki & Brie at 833-GARCIA2 and leave a voicemail! Follow Nikki & Brie on Instagram, follow the show on Instagram and TikTok and send Nikki & Brie a message on Threads! Follow Bonita Bonita on Instagram Book a reservation at the Bonita Bonita Speakeasy To watch exclusive videos of this week's episode, follow The Nikki & Brie Show on YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok! You can also catch The Nikki & Brie Show on SiriusXM Stars 109! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.