Podcasts about urges

As South Africans prepare to welcome the New Year, the NSPCA has sounded the alarm on fireworks and the terror they bring to animals, as well as the severe distress caused to pets and wildlife by loud explosions. The organisation warns that loud bangs trigger extreme distress, causing pets to panic, flee their homes, get lost, or become injured in accidents. Various municipalities allow private fireworks only from 11pm to 1am on New Year's Eve. Lighting them near animals, hospitals, or petrol stations is strictly prohibited and can lead to hefty fines. Elvis Presslin spoke to SPCSA spokesperson, Samantha Stelli

JOIN "THE REBUILT MAN" ON SKOOL - ▶️ www.skool.com/rebootyourlife   In this powerful episode of The Rebuilt Man, Coach Frank Rich dismantles the traditional recovery model and exposes a truth most men have never been told:   If quitting porn feels hard, you're not pursuing freedom, you're pursuing sobriety.   Frank explains why most recovery systems keep men trapped in cycles of willpower, fear, shame, and relapse by focusing on behavior management instead of identity transformation. He draws a clear line between white-knuckled sobriety and true freedom, the kind that comes from becoming a man who no longer wants, needs, or desires porn.   This episode breaks down 12 core reasons why freedom always beats sobriety, and why real change only happens when a man stops trying to "manage addiction" and starts rebuilding who he is at his core.   If you're tired of counting days, fighting urges, and living in fear of relapse, this episode will reframe everything you think you know about recovery.     What You'll Learn in This Episode Why sobriety keeps porn at the center of your life and freedom removes it entirely   How identity always outperforms willpower and behavior management   The hidden reason avoiding temptation actually makes men weaker   Why urges aren't enemies, but signals pointing to deeper issues   How labels like "addict" shape your future and how to reclaim your identity   The difference between surviving addiction and stepping into purpose   Why freedom isn't something you do, it's who you become Key Takeaways If quitting porn feels hard, you're aiming for sobriety, not freedom   Sobriety manages behavior; freedom transforms identity   Willpower creates fragile men, alignment creates strong ones   Sobriety lives in fear of relapse; freedom lives in certainty   Avoidance is not strength, self-leadership is   Recovery keeps you inward-focused; freedom gives you a mission   Urges are signals, not commands   The name you accept determines the life you live Freedom is not abstinence, it's transformation   About the Reboot Your Life Philosophy   Frank also breaks down the philosophy behind Reboot Your Life, the identity-based system inside The Rebuilt Man. Instead of teaching men how to resist porn, the program helps men rebuild: Identity Discipline Brotherhood Purpose Self-leadership   The result isn't sobriety, it's freedom. Ready to Stop Fighting and Start Becoming Free?   If you're ready to stop fighting alone and step into a container built for growth, support, and freedom:   ➡ Join The Rebuilt Man Skool Community — Free 7-Day Trial www.TheRebuiltMan.com/7dayreset   Inside you'll gain access to: Daily accountability Weekly coaching The 7-Day Reset The 12-Week "Reboot Your Life" Framework And a brotherhood of men who refuse to quit   – Follow Coach Frank: IG - https://www.instagram.com/coachfrankrich   YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@CoachFrankRich   Website - https://www.rebuiltrecovery.com/homepage

Want help uncovering the real reasons behind your urges and building a plan to overcome your pornography use? Click here to book a free call with Sam to get help to overcome pornography – https://stopporn.info/    Have questions you want me to address on future podcast episodes? Email me here:  sam@healingcouples.org   Episode Show Notes: Most men trying to quit porn are taught to fight lust, distract themselves, suppress urges, or “channel sexual energy” somewhere else. And for a while, those strategies might seem to work — until they don't. In this episode, I break down why many traditional approaches to porn addiction recovery actually keep men stuck, and what it really takes to develop mastery over lust without repression, panic, or constant willpower. You'll hear me unpack the three categories of urges — coping urges, habit-based urges, and biological urges — and why confusing them leads to relapse, frustration, and exhaustion in porn recovery. I also explain the critical difference between sexual arousal and lust, and why treating normal arousal like a moral failure fuels compulsive pornography use. From there, I introduce a practical, repeatable framework for handling biological porn urges in real time — without distraction, suppression, or fantasy. This approach helps men stay present in their bodies, interrupt escalation, and experience sexual desire without turning to pornography. In this episode, you'll learn: Why fighting lust often makes porn addiction worse The difference between sexual arousal and lust (and why it matters for quitting porn) How to identify whether an urge is emotional, habitual, or biological Why distraction and suppression fail in porn addiction recovery A step-by-step method for staying grounded when porn urges hit How to build long-term freedom from pornography without white-knuckling This episode is for men who want more than short-term control — men who want to overcome porn addiction, stop cycling through urges and relapse, and build a calm, integrated relationship with their sexuality. If you're searching for real help with: porn addiction recovery, how to quit porn, pornography addiction healing, how to stop porn urges, mastery over lust, freedom from pornography, this episode will give you clarity, language, and a framework you can actually use.

In this heartfelt episode of The Radio Medium Laura Lee Show, Laura Lee connects with Francis from Texas for a profound spirit reading focused on family unity, divine confirmation, and the blessing of new life. Loved ones from the spirit world step forward immediately — including Francis's mother and aunt, both sharing the same name — to remind her that she is never alone and always supported from the other side. Spirit delivers striking validation through the presence of St. Francis, confirmed by a recently gifted pendant and family prayer traditions. The message then turns to an upcoming birth within the family, revealing unseen struggles and emphasizing the importance of compassion, support, and unity rather than division. With powerful confirmation through a child named after a loved one in spirit, this episode highlights how spirit guides families toward healing, understanding, and love during moments of transition. This reading is a reminder that children are blessings, family is sacred, and loved ones in spirit see the bigger picture — even when we cannot.

A Chinese military spokesperson has condemned Japan's remilitarization, warning it threatens regional peace and calling on all nations to counter the rise of right-wing militarism.

For many, poetry is a balm. But for others, poetry feels inaccessible and hard to understand. In her latest book, “Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times” former U.S. Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith aims to make poetry less intimidating. We listen back to our conversation with Smith about how to read poems, how to “listen at the widest possible angle” and how to use poetry to connect to one another across our differences. Guests: Tracy K. Smith, former U.S. Poet Laureate; professor of English and of African and African American Studies, Harvard University - Smith's latest book is "Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Salvation Army is making a last-minute appeal to Chicagoans as its annual Red Kettle fundraising campaign heads toward its traditional Christmas Eve close, still well short of its year-end goal.

The Salvation Army is making a last-minute appeal to Chicagoans as its annual Red Kettle fundraising campaign heads toward its traditional Christmas Eve close, still well short of its year-end goal.

The Salvation Army is making a last-minute appeal to Chicagoans as its annual Red Kettle fundraising campaign heads toward its traditional Christmas Eve close, still well short of its year-end goal.

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China's Commerce Ministry has urged the Netherlands to revoke its order on Nexperia, citing improper intervention and stressing support for negotiations and global semiconductor supply chain stability.

A senior Chinese envoy to the UN says ending the fighting in Sudan is an urgent priority. Sun Lei, China's Deputy Permanent Representative, warned that nearly three years of conflict have created the world's largest humanitarian crisis.

AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on Democrats pressuring the Justice Department.

Police are renewing calls for patience on the roads this holiday period, warning lives are at risk. Fifteen people were killed in crashes between Christmas Eve and early January last summer. The toll has topped 11 for five consecutive years. National Road Policing Manager Superintendent Stephen Greally told Andrew Dickens that too many drivers are focused on getting to the front of the queue. He says that risk taking causes carnage on too many occasions. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Mahama should suspend his 1 billion GHS support for reviving the Bawku economy for now, and focus on making peace with the Mamprugu Overlord behind the scenes.” - Paul Boateng, Security Analyst

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky says key parts of the Ukrainian war machine will have to be scaled back unless Europe approves the use of frozen Russian assets to support Kyiv.Also on the programme: the EU's top court rules that Denmark's 2018 "ghetto law," which relocates residents from minority-heavy areas, could amount to ethnic discrimination; and what could the new documentary about Melania Trump tell us about the American first lady?(Photo: A woman holds a banner as people demonstrate outside the European Commission in support of using frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine. Credit: Reuters)

AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on a newly released Hanukkah message from the late actor-director Rob Reiner.

Mary Kissel characterizes China's economy as collapsing under Xi Jinping's mismanagement. She highlights the plight of Jimmy Lai, a 78-year-old British citizen imprisoned in Hong Kong, and urges Western leaders to use economic leverage to demand his release as a prerequisite for any improved relations. 1900 BOXERS

In this episode of Opinions Matter, Adrian and Jeremy debate giving money to beggars. Triggered by a listener's personal dilemma, the lads tackle uncomfortable questions about addiction, homelessness, and the ethics of charity. Listeners argue both for and against handing cash to those in need. Is giving a few euro a kindness or a dangerous enabler?

Jerry spoke to Sinn Féin councillor Robert Brosnan who represents the Corca Dhuibhne Municipal District.

Senator Mark Kelly fires back at President Donald Trump over unlawful orders, James Carville urges Democrats to seek revenge in 2026, shocking audio reveals LeBron James defying Lakers coach JJ Redick late, and Stan Van Gundy sparks backlash for “alien” comments about Victor Wembanyama Download the PrizePicks app today and use code CLNS and get $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

That moment when an urge hits out of nowhere… And suddenly your entire day feels hijacked.It's not just about the food. It's about the spiral that follows—the mental fog, the negotiation, the exhaustion of being at war with yourself.In Episode 257, I break down what's really happening when urges arise—and the hidden cost of constantly trying to outthink, fight, or resist them.This episode isn't about more discipline or “being stronger.” It's about expanding your emotional capacity so urges stop running the show.Inside this episode, you'll learn: ✨ Why urges are just signals—not failures ✨ How the urge spiral drains your confidence, presence, and energy ✨ What changes when you stop fighting yourself and start staying with yourself ✨ How this one shift can ripple into your relationships, identity, and self-trustWhen you learn how to stop the spiral, it's not just about food. It's about freedom.

China says all countries have the obligation to urge Japan to eradicate the vestiges of militarism. The remarks came after China received Russian-provided evidence related to a Japanese germ-warfare unit.

The Infrastructure Commission wants all government business cases, budget submissions and advice about infrastructure investments made public by default. Political Reporter Russell Palmer has the story.

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Comprehensive coverage of the day's news with a focus on war and peace; social, environmental and economic justice. Flooding in Gaza kills at least 14, with 795,000 displaced Palestinians at risk, as Israel blocks shelter supplies; Kamala Harris urges Dems to plan for after Trump, but not be nostalgic for status quo that failed so many; Santa Clara County bars ICE from using property for immigration enforcement; Judge okays DA dropping case against San Leandro police officer for fatal shooting of Steven Taylor; Sunday marks International Day Against Colonialism In All Its Forms And Manifestations The post Displaced Palestinians at risk from deadly flooding in Gaza; Kamala Harris urges Dems to plan for after Trump – December 12, 2025 appeared first on KPFA.

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Jimmy addresses the latest news, like a San Francisco woman giving birth in the back of a self-driving Waymo, before speaking with Kate Hudson, John Stamos and Lily Allen.

Public Health doctors in the Mid West are calling on parents of eligible babies to avail of the free RSV immunisation as the catch-up campaign enters its final week. The programme for babies born between March 1st and August 31st ends this Friday, and there are concerns that some families may miss out on the protection before winter illnesses peak. Clare mother Lynsey Duhig, whose twins Aaron and Avery have already received the immunisation, is urging other parents to do the same. Lynsey joined Alan Morrissey on Thursday's Morning Focus to discuss this further. Photo (c) by Kameleon007 from Getty Images Signature

Today we'll be talking about pressure from the White House for Thailand and Cambodia to honor their cease-fire deal, The kicking off of the Southeast Asian Games, and a little later some dangerous behaviors behind the wheel.

The people of Ballyea have made a submission to the Ennis Travel Plan to continue the pathway/cycle lane past Edenvale up the Kilmorane Hill on the N68 Kilrush road to the turn off for Ballyea. This 1 Km section is described as extremely dangerous for walkers and cyclists to access the town. Their request was not successful in getting advanced at this time as it was outside the limited area the Plan covers. Locals are now looking for a hard shoulder to be installed on this 1km section between Edenvale and Ballyea cross. To find out more, Pat Meaney, who is the Chairperson Ballyea Community Text Alert Group and Susan Griffin, Ballyea resident spoke with Alan Morrissey on Wednesday's Morning Focus. Photo (c) Pat Meaney change.org

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Perry Rockwood talks about his devotional address "When Sorrow Meets the Savior," including what went into his topic and how students can do the same.

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The Trump administration has refocused some of its immigration policy on a push to get immigrants to "remigrate," or leave the country voluntarily. We discuss the administration's language and policy and examine its links to white nationalism.This episode: political correspondent Sarah McCammon, immigration policy correspondent Ximena Bustillo, and domestic extremism correspondent Odette Yousef.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

China has urged the United States to recognize the high sensitivity of the Taiwan question and put into practice the commitments made by U.S. leaders.

Ryanair says the Government must play ball in order to allow it to expand its operations at Shannon Airport. The budget airline has this week confirmed that it's carried 22 million passengers through the Clare base since it first came to the facility in 1987. The airline will have a fourth based aircraft at Shannon for the first time for summer 2026 as a result of a $400 million investment, with new routes going to Rome, Madrid, Warsaw and Poznan. Ryanair Director of Communications Jade Kirwan says Shannon must be included in the Regional Airports Programme to ensure its growth isn't stifled.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping has described China and France as visionary and responsible major countries, saying they play a constructive role in promoting a multipolar world and strengthening unity and cooperation among people.

On this episode of the podcast, Sean Mahoney, Board Chairman and Executive Director of the Space Frontier Foundation joins Amanda to break down why Jared Isaacman's nomination as NASA's Administrator could mark a generational turning point for America's space program. Mahoney highlights Isaacman's unmatched mix of entrepreneurial grit, private-sector innovation and hands-on spaceflight experience — from commanding multiple SpaceX missions to personally investing in the future of human space exploration. The Board Chairman and Executive Director also walks through the critical milestones ahead for NASA, including Artemis II's crewed journey around the Moon and Artemis III's historic lunar landing. He warns that China accelerating its own lunar ambitions, U.S. leadership in space is far from guaranteed. You can learn more about Space Frontier Foundation by visiting their website: SpaceFrontier.org or you can follow them on X by searching for their handle: @SpaceFrontierSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I'm teaching you why urges are like screaming toddlers and the one technique that extinguishes them without willpower. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/504  

It's Tuesday, December 2nd, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson Trump urges Venezuelan president to leave country U.S. sabers are rattling off the coast of Venezuela.   The Miami Herald reported that President Donald Trump offered Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro an ultimatum over the weekend: He said, “You can save yourself and those closest to you, but you must leave the country now.”   For any assistance in leading to Maduro's arrest, the U.S. government has placed a bounty of $50 million on the Venezuelan President.   Also, President Trump issued a warning on Saturday via Truth Social. He wrote, “To all Airlines, Pilots, Drug Dealers, and Human Traffickers, please consider THE AIRSPACE ABOVE AND SURROUNDING VENEZUELA TO BE CLOSED IN ITS ENTIRETY.” Trump designates Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist group The President also designated certain chapters of the Muslim Brotherhood organization as a terrorist group, as of Sunday.  CounterExtremism.com has counted 48 extremist individuals and groups tied to the Brotherhood. As a Muslim Brotherhood host, the nation of Qatar has transferred $1.8 billion to Gaza since 2012, some of which reportedly has gone to Hamas. That information was revealed through recent audits. 65 people died from Ebola in Congo, Africa The Democratic Republic of the Congo is dealing with another Ebola outbreak — 65 cases confirmed and 45 deaths, reports U.S. News & World Report. The last major Congolese outbreak occurred in 2018. The virus is as dangerous as rabies, the Marburg virus, and the Avian flu. Exodus 4:11 reminds us that God is in control of all health issues: “So the Lord said to him, “Who has made man's mouth? Or who makes the mute, the deaf, the seeing, or the blind? Have not I, the Lord?” Russian-Ukrainian negotiations at stalemate In other world news, the Russo-Ukrainian conflict negotiations are approaching another stalemate. Ukraine announced they will not accept territorial concessions. And French President Emmanuel Macron announced an endorsement of using frozen Russian assets to help fund Ukraine's defense. Japanese court upholds ban on homosexual marriage Japan's Tokyo court upheld the homosexual marriage ban as constitutional, reports the BBC. Of Asian states, only Thailand, Nepal, and Taiwan have legalized the practice thus far. Christian ministries ranked most and least transparent Ministry Watch has released its 2025 ratings of American ministries for financial efficiency, transparency, and donor confidence. Of the largest ministries in the United States, Medicine For All People International, Grand Canyon University, World Relief, Christian Aid Ministries, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and the Christian Broadcasting Network rate the highest. Lowest ratings go to Samaritan's Purse, Convoy of Hope, Baylor University, Pepperdine University, and Hillsdale College. Some controversy has been brewing recently over the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability and the Billy Graham Evangelical Association's withdrawal from the organization.  Top 3 ministries serving the persecuted Of the six ministries serving the persecuted saints, Ministry Watch rates International Christian Concern, Equipping the Persecuted, and Persecution Project highest for financial efficiency, transparency, and donor confidence. Voice of the Martyrs is rated lowest.   Equipping the Persecuted focuses on Nigeria, and Persecution Project has been actively serving the persecuted saints in Sudan, Africa. Folks, think about giving to the poor and the suffering this Christmas season. Proverbs 28:27 says, “He who gives to the poor will not lack, but he who hides his eyes will have many curses.” U.S. government ran a $1.8 trillion deficit The financial numbers are in for the U.S. government's fiscal year 2025, ending in October. The government ran a deficit of $1.8 trillion for the year. That's down $41 billion or 2% compared to the previous year.  However, revenues increased by $317 billion due to higher tariffs on imported goods. Spending was up a whopping 4% or $275 billion, driven by welfare and benefit programs, as well as rising interest payments on the public debt. Trump to pick new Federal Reserve Chairman U.S. President Donald Trump will soon announce his next pick for chairman of the Federal Reserve. The new pick is slated to replace Jerome Powell in May of next year. Gold hits $4,230/ounce and silver hits $58/ounce Metals are still on the rise again. Gold hit $4,230 per ounce and silver topped $58.00 per ounce. Bitcoin is still down 31% over two months ago. FDA admits COVID-19 shots killed U.S. kids The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has acknowledged, for the first time, that COVID-19 vaccines have killed American children. According to Politico, Vinay Prasad, the vaccine chief for the FDA, issued a memo in which he revealed that FDA staff “found … at least 10 children have died after and because of receiving COVID-19 vaccination.” This comes from an “initial analysis of 96 deaths (associated with the vaccine taking place) between 2021 and 2024.” TN Democrat opposes Christian prayer in public forum And finally, the Christian faith appears to be at stake -- in a tight election in Tennessee for the 7th District Congressional seat. The Democrat candidate Aftyn Behn has gone on record stating she is opposed to Christian prayer in the public forum.   President Donald Trump took to Truth Social yesterday. He warned that Behn “hates Christianity, will take away your guns, wants Open Borders. . . men in women's sports, and openly disdains Country music.” The latest polls show the Republican candidate, Van Epps, is holding a slight lead in today's election. Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, December 2nd, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com) Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

In this 497th episode of “Elton Jim” Turano's “CAPTAIN POD-TASTIC,” Jim Turano urges everyone to watch Ken Burns’ “The American Revolution” doc and finally understand “How?” and “Why?”

Two months after surviving a horrific attack at a Latter-day Saint meetinghouse in Michigan, Brandi Hicken hoped for a sense of normalcy at a BYU football game in Cincinnati. Instead, she was met with chants that felt deeply personal: “(expletive) the Mormons. Greg and Holly hear from Editor of the Deseret News, Sarah Weaver, about the Hicken family’s journey from tragedy to advocacy, why words matter in the wake of religious violence, and Brandi’s message to the University of Cincinnati and the broader conversation about respect, healing, and accountability.

Send us a textIf “I'll start tomorrow” keeps turning into next week, this fast, punchy guide will help you start today. We break down the five silent saboteurs that derail momentum—comfort voice, perfection trap, invisible audience, dopamine dealer, and excuse expert—and show how to beat each one with small, decisive moves that take less than five minutes.We open by naming the patterns that sound helpful but stall progress. The comfort voice tells you to rest when you need to move, so we swap vague intentions for 120-second starts and simple setups that make action easy. Perfection pretends to protect quality, but it blocks reps, so we lean on constraints, quick deadlines, and the rule of one: one draft, one take, shipped. If you fear judgment, the invisible audience is smaller than you think; use low visibility as a training ground and publish to learn, not to impress.Next, we tackle the dopamine dealer that lives in your phone. Ten minutes of scrolling stretches into an hour without a plan, so we budget attention with timers, notification silencing, and out-of-reach devices. Urges fade when you don't feed them, and active recovery beats passive grazing. Finally, we confront the excuse expert. Time isn't found, it's assigned, so we anchor priorities with one non-negotiable before noon and the smallest possible version of your habit to protect identity and momentum.By the end, you'll have a clear checklist to move now: choose a tiny first step, add a constraint, make distractions costly, and ship something imperfect. No pep talk, just proof through action. If this helped you take even one step today, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a push, and leave a quick review so more people can turn intention into progress. To Reach Jordan:Email: Jordan@Edwards.Consulting Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ejFXH1_BjdnxG4J8u93Zw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordan.edwards.7503 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanfedwards/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanedwards5/ Hope you find value in this. If so please provide a 5-star and drop a review.Complimentary Edwards Consulting Session: https://calendly.com/jordan-edwardsconsulting/30min

In this solo episode, Shannon Jamail gets real about something every retreat leader needs to hear: failure isn't the enemy - it's proof that you're in the game. If you're not failing, you're not trying hard enough. Shannon dives into why "falling short" - whether it's your finances, your workshop, your attendance, or your execution - isn't something to avoid, it's something to learn from. You can hire the best coach, join the smartest program, and learn from the pros… and you'll still make mistakes. The difference? You'll fail faster and smarter. Shannon also shares how community is the real secret weapon for success - and how the Retreat Industry Forum is designed to bring that support, connection, and collective wisdom together for retreat hosts ready to grow. Key Takeaways If you're not failing, you're not stretching yourself enough. Failure doesn't mean your retreat "flopped" — it means something fell short and gave you data. The biggest mistake is waiting on the sidelines instead of doing the thing. Coaching and programs can help minimize expensive mistakes, but you'll still fail — that's how you grow. Community is what turns failure into forward momentum — and that's exactly what the Retreat Industry Forumis all about. The Retreat Leaders Podcast Resources and Links: Learn to Host Retreats Join our private Facebook Group Top 5 Marketing Tools Free Guide Get your legal docs for retreats Join Shannon in Denver at the Retreat Industry Forum  Join our LinkedIn Group Apply to be a guest on our show   Thanks for tuning into the Retreat Leaders Podcast. Remember to subscribe for more insightful episodes, and visit our website for additional resources. Let's create a vibrant retreat community together!   Subscribe:  Apple Podcast | Google Podcast | Spotify   ---------   Timestamps Failure as Evidence of Progress (00:01:09) Explains why failure means you're taking action and is a necessary part of growth in the retreat business. Defining Failure in Retreats (00:02:10) Clarifies what failure actually looks like in retreats—missed goals, missteps, and learning opportunities. Personal Failures and Lessons Learned (00:03:17) Shannon shares her own failures and how each one contributed to her growth and resilience. Taking Action vs. Waiting (00:04:27) Encourages listeners to take action rather than waiting for perfect conditions, emphasizing learning by doing. The Necessity of Investment (00:05:24) Discusses the importance of investing time, money, and energy into building a sustainable retreat business. Retreat Industry Forum Promotion (00:06:32) Promotes the upcoming Retreat Industry Forum event, highlighting its value for industry professionals. Value of Coaching and Courses (00:06:32) Explains how coaching and courses can help avoid mistakes but emphasizes that failure is still part of the process. Treating Retreats as a Business (00:07:37) Urges listeners to approach retreats professionally, not as a hobby, and to invest in education and growth. Importance of Community (00:08:40) Highlights the role of community and support in overcoming challenges and learning from others in the industry. Continuous Learning and Industry Evolution (00:09:45) Stresses the importance of ongoing learning, innovation, and collaboration in the ever-evolving retreat industry. Encouragement and Call to Action (00:10:53) Encourages listeners to keep moving forward, join the community, and treat their retreat business seriously.

For many, poetry is a balm. But for others, poetry feels inaccessible and hard to understand. In her latest book, “Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times” former U.S. Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith aims to make poetry less intimidating. We talk to Smith about how to read poems, how to “listen at the widest possible angle” and how to use poetry to connect to one another across our differences. Guests: Tracy K. Smith, former U.S. Poet Laureate; professor of English and of African and African American Studies, Harvard University - Smith's latest book is "Fear Less: Poetry in Perilous Times" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we learned the Japanese investment firm Softbank sold all of its stake in the juggernaut chipmaker Nvidia. We'll get into why on today's “Marketplace Tech Bytes: Week in Review.” Plus, Apple is reportedly pushing back the release of its thinnest iPhone, the Air, and Wikipedia is asking AI companies, once again, to pay for scraping its data.But first, back to that big move by Softbank and its CEO, Masayoshi Son. It cashed out its stake in Nvidia in October, the same month that the chipmaker hit a $5 trillion valuation. The $5.8 billion it netted will be redirected to OpenAI, part of a promised $30 billion to be invested in the maker of ChatGPT.Marketplace's Meghan McCarty Carino spoke with Anita Ramaswamy, columnist at The Information, about what all this means.SoftBank Sells Its Nvidia Stake for $5.8 Billion to Fund OpenAI Bet - The Wall Street JournalSoftBank sells its entire stake in Nvidia for $5.83 billion - CNBCApple Delays Release of Next iPhone Air Amid Weak Sales - The InformationiPhone Air Sales Are So Bad That Apple's Delaying the Next-Generation Version - MacRumorsWikipedia urges AI companies to use its paid API, and stop scraping - TechCrunchIn the AI era, Wikipedia has never been more valuable - the Wikimedia Foundation

This week we learned the Japanese investment firm Softbank sold all of its stake in the juggernaut chipmaker Nvidia. We'll get into why on today's “Marketplace Tech Bytes: Week in Review.” Plus, Apple is reportedly pushing back the release of its thinnest iPhone, the Air, and Wikipedia is asking AI companies, once again, to pay for scraping its data.But first, back to that big move by Softbank and its CEO, Masayoshi Son. It cashed out its stake in Nvidia in October, the same month that the chipmaker hit a $5 trillion valuation. The $5.8 billion it netted will be redirected to OpenAI, part of a promised $30 billion to be invested in the maker of ChatGPT.Marketplace's Meghan McCarty Carino spoke with Anita Ramaswamy, columnist at The Information, about what all this means.SoftBank Sells Its Nvidia Stake for $5.8 Billion to Fund OpenAI Bet - The Wall Street JournalSoftBank sells its entire stake in Nvidia for $5.83 billion - CNBCApple Delays Release of Next iPhone Air Amid Weak Sales - The InformationiPhone Air Sales Are So Bad That Apple's Delaying the Next-Generation Version - MacRumorsWikipedia urges AI companies to use its paid API, and stop scraping - TechCrunchIn the AI era, Wikipedia has never been more valuable - the Wikimedia Foundation