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How do you hold onto hope when the answers just aren't coming? What does it look like to keep the faith when it feels like your prayers are going unheard?Olivia (Feller) Gerber's journey with chronic pain began in high school, when unexplained symptoms started to disrupt her daily life. Despite countless medical tests and doctor visits, she was left without a clear diagnosis—only more questions and mounting discouragement. In the midst of the unknown, Olivia discovered she couldn't interpret God's promises through the lens of her pain. Instead, she had to learn to see her circumstances through the truth of Scripture. That shift not only sustained her but inspired her to begin writing letters of encouragement to others walking a similar road, eventually leading to her book, Hold Hope: Encouragement for Christians with Chronic Pain.In this episode, Davey sits down with Olivia to explore the power of praying with specificity, the importance of community in seasons of suffering, and how to cling to hope when your situation seems stuck.If you or someone you love is walking through chronic pain and struggling to hold on to hope, this conversation will remind you that even in the absence of answers or change, God is present in your pain and will give you the strength to keep going. Website: www.letterstoholdhope.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/letterstoholdhope Book: Hold Hope: Encouragement for Christians with Chronic Pain https://phyliciamasonheimer.com/product/hold-hope-paperback/ Wondering where to get started on your journey towards healing? Join Davey on our next FREE, live Zoom call and find out how you can begin to take back your story and how Nothing is Wasted can help. Sign up today at: www.nothingiswasted.com/starthere Looking for help in navigating the valley of pain and trauma? Our Nothing is Wasted coaches can help: www.nothingiswasted.com/coaching Want a pathway through your pain? The Pain to Purpose Course can lead you through all you've been through: www.nothingiswasted.com/paintoppurpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
NFL Week 8 Recap: Bo Nix Keeps Winning, Myles Garrett Dominates, MVP Race Heats Up!Week 8 had everything — big plays, breakout performances, and a few surprises. We're breaking down all the action from around the league, including:
Wasted food has a climate cost bigger than the aviation industry. So how can we toss less – and feed hungry people at the same time? We meet someone who's made it a mission to eat everything she buys, including scraps you might not have ever considered saving for later. Then, we head out with a charity that collects leftover food from grocery stores and passes it along to people in need. And, we hear what's needed for Canada to meet its promise to cut food waste in half by 2030.
Have you been experiencing regular tightening's that seem to start and stop, leaving you wondering if labour is finally beginning… or not? You're not alone, and you're not imagining things. In this episode, I'm diving into prodromal labour — sometimes frustratingly called "false labour" (but let's be honest, there's nothing false about it!). I'll walk you through: What prodromal labour actually is Why it happens (hint: your body is doing important prep work!) How to cope with it physically and emotionally Why rest, reframing and reassurance are key And how hypnobirthing techniques can help you stay calm and confident through it all If you're currently in this phase or want to understand it better before birth, this episode is for you.
Well, well, well - turns out Antifa isn't just throwing molotov cocktails at federal buildings anymore. They've gone professional and infiltrated Seattle's entire homeless industrial complex! A damning News Nation investigation reveals what locals have been screaming about for years: the same black-masked militants disrupting sweeps are the ones working inside the nonprofits supposedly helping the homeless. These chaos-loving ideologues literally prevent drug addicts from getting treatment, shelter, and housing because - wait for it - that would be "fascist." Meanwhile, they attack volunteers like Andrea Suarez for the crime of cleaning up human waste and needles from public parks where kids walk to school. The grift is real, the funding flows, and Seattle taxpayers foot the bill while their city turns into a fentanyl-fueled wasteland. When socialism meets street activism, this is what you get: organized prevention of actual help. Why would anyone oppose getting people off the streets and into treatment? Because chaos is the point, and there's big money in keeping the crisis going. What's your breaking point when ideology trumps basic human decency? Ready to see how deep this rabbit hole goes?
This week on Living Planet, we're sharing Boy Wasted - a gripping three-part environmental true crime series by Dan Ashby and Lucy Taylor. It begins with a shocking find: a boy's body hidden in a bale of recycled plastic in Turkey, leading to a dangerous, cross-border investigation into a global recycling scandal.
WARNING: This episode contains mature content related to pornography and may not be suitable for all listeners.How do we begin having the difficult conversations around sexuality and pornography with our children? How can we teach our kids about sexual integrity in a way that fosters honesty and wholeness—without instilling shame?For Greta Eskridge, writing about how to talk to kids about pornography wasn't something she ever imagined. But after experiencing the devastating impact of pornography addiction in her own marriage—when her husband disclosed his addiction and a subsequent affair—Greta realized how vital it is for families to approach this topic with openness and grace. As she walked the road of healing, Greta began researching the reality of pornography—some studies show the average first exposure happens between the ages of 8 and 11.Her newest book, It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn: A Parent's Guide to Helping Children and Teens Develop Sexual Integrity, equips parents with practical wisdom for initiating these critical conversations in their homes.In this episode, Davey sits down with Greta to discuss how to respond when a spouse reveals addiction or betrayal, when to start talking to your kids about sex, and how to equip them with a plan if they ever encounter pornography.If you've ever felt overwhelmed about how to protect your children online or where to even begin, this conversation will give you the tools and confidence to take the first step. Website: www.gretaeskridge.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/greta.eskridge Facebook: www.facebook.com/maandpamodern Book: It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn: A Parent's Guide to Helping Children and Teens Develop Sexual Integrity https://amzn.to/4msZkBp Wondering where to get started on your journey towards healing? Join Davey on our next FREE, live Zoom call and find out how you can begin to take back your story and how Nothing is Wasted can help. Sign up today at: www.nothingiswasted.com/starthere Looking for help in navigating the valley of pain and trauma? Our Nothing is Wasted coaches can help: www.nothingiswasted.com/coaching Want a pathway through your pain? The Pain to Purpose Course can lead you through all you've been through: www.nothingiswasted.com/paintoppurpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, I sit down with Frank Kendall and talk about one of the biggest traps in defense procurement — the endless search for “acquisition magic.” Frank exposes why every few years, someone promises a revolutionary new system to fix everything — and why those reforms almost always fail. From $30 billion MRAP programs that saved lives but were later abandoned, to R&D overruns averaging 25%, he lays out a brutally honest framework for how the government should manage risk, cost, and speed the right way. Key Takeaways: There's no such thing as acquisition magic — sustainable improvement comes from training, data, and risk management. The MRAP program cost $30B but proved that taking calculated risk can save lives when done strategically. Defense R&D programs average 25% overruns — but smart leadership can bring that down to 10% without killing innovation. Learn more: https://federalhelpcenter.com/ https://govcongiants.org/
Oregon officially leads the nation in mental illness rates - 30% of adults compared to the national average of 23%. Shocking? Not really, especially when you see adults in inflatable frog costumes 'protesting' outside ICE facilities while chanting 'No Kings.' We dive into the jaw-dropping statistics showing Oregon's mental health crisis has skyrocketed since 2021, coinciding with their bizarre protest culture and complete abandonment of public safety. While the state throws hundreds of millions at mental health services, somehow things keep getting worse. Meanwhile, you've got governors like Abbott in Texas actually cleaning up homeless encampments, while Oregon's leadership pretends everything is fine as their cities crumble. Is this what happens when you prioritize virtue signaling over basic governance? When local leaders refuse to work with law enforcement and encourage chaos in the streets? The numbers don't lie - one in three Oregonians are struggling, and it shows in everything from their anti-police sentiment to grown adults thinking costume protests will somehow accomplish something meaningful. What do you think is really driving Oregon's mental health epidemic - failed leadership or something deeper?
It's a difficult time to keep a restaurant afloat, leading to menus that are playing it too safe and a feeling that no matter where you go, you're eating the same stuff.That's according to Restaurant Critic Katy McGuinness in her latest review for the Irish Independent.So, have restaurants become too similar? Katy joins Andrea, along with Conor Spacey, Culinary Director of Food Space and author of ‘Wasted'.
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What happens when chasing pleasure leaves you empty and alone? In this powerful message, Pastor Ben Young walks us through the story of the prodigal son and the painful road of rebellion. If you've ever felt stuck in regret or caught in a lifestyle that isn't working, this is your wake-up call. It's not too late to turn around—and come home.
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In this Garage Edition of The Court of Public Opinion, Jeremy Cordeaux covers everything from fuel security to flying pets and “woke” education reforms. With only 28 days of fuel left in reserve, Jeremy warns of Australia’s dangerous supply vulnerabilities. He tackles the South Australian “Voice” controversy, the hydrogen project that wasted $285 million, China’s net-zero hypocrisy, and the looming ban on petrol cars. Plus, he reacts to Julia Morris’ call for women-only airline seating, celebrates World Op Shop Day, and applauds Victoria’s move back to pen-and-paper schooling. It’s a mix of common sense, history, and hilarity — classic Cordeaux.Topics in this ep; Australia has only 28 days of fuel reserves (vs international standard of 90 days) South Australian government revives “The Voice” locally after national defeat North Adelaide golf course conflict over Aboriginal heritage China’s Belt and Road company running Australia’s net-zero projects Hydrogen Office scandal: $285 million wasted on a failed green project EV Council push to ban new petrol and diesel cars by 2035 Jeremy defends consumer freedom and choice in car ownership Virgin to allow pets on planes — and Jeremy approves Julia Morris calls for women-only airline seating Discussion on gender segregation and slippery slope of discrimination 100 years since the world’s first “op shop” founded in Melbourne Victoria cuts school screen time, returns to pen and paper Tribute to Michael Crichton, Marcus Brutus, Ryan Reynolds, and Al Jolson Reflections on history, common sense, and modern absurdities See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Creating impactful training programs for nonprofit teams takes more than good intentions; it takes strategy. In this episode of Learning for Good, we're diving deep into the hidden and high costs of getting training wrong. From budget overruns to burnout, I'm breaking down what nonprofit leaders risk when they don't start with the right diagnosis—and how to get it right.This conversation is especially critical for leaders focused on nonprofit leadership development, staff training and development, and building a culture of learning that drives mission impact. Whether you're exploring learning and development strategies or already implementing instructional design in nonprofit organizations, this episode gives you a practical lens for avoiding costly missteps.▶️ Key Points:01:52 Training doesn't always work02:31 Wasted resources06:32 Hidden costs08:20 Missed impact09:21 How to ensure you don't build the wrong thingResources from this episode:Catch up with Episode 152: When Training Works and When It Doesn't and Episode 154: Why So Many Trainings Fail.Join the Nonprofit Learning and Development Collective Catalyst Tier before November to attend our group coaching session around solving the right problems with the right solutions: https://www.skillmastersmarket.com/nonprofit-learning-and-development-collectiveWas this episode helpful? If you're listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, follow and leave a review!
Lamentations 3:25 The LORD is good to those who wait for him, to the soul who seeks him.1. Waiting isn't WASTED.WAITING on God is a NORMAL part of the Christian life.Waiting can be NORMAL and PAINFUL at the same time.Psalm 13:1 “How long, Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me?”Psalm 13:5 But I trust in your unfailing love. 2. While you're WAITING, God is WORKING.God is developing your COMPETENCY — so you can HANDLE what'snext.Don't mistake God's PROTECTION for His REJECTION.God is developing your CHARACTER — so you can SUSTAIN what's next.Psalm 130:5 I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in His word I put my hope.God is developing your DEPENDENCE — so you TRUST HIM MORE than you trust you.Matthew 5:3 MSG “You're blessed when you're at the end of your rope. With less of you, there's more of God.”3. God's DELAYS are not God's DENIALS.2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise… He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.
New research shows people are still confused about the dates on food labels, and it's potentially costing us a lot of money. Money correspondent Susan Edmunds spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.
In the final week of our Entrusted series, we see how the unfaithful servant wasted what was given to him out of fear and complacency, missing the purpose his master intended. Jesus warns us through this parable that fear can paralyze our faith, and wasted potential is still disobedience. Yet, when we courageously use what God has entrusted to us—our time, gifts, and opportunities—faithfulness leads to joy and fruit that outlives us. This week challenges us to live not for “well liked,” but for “well done, good and faithful servant.”
How do you move forward after a life marked by trauma and pain? Can looking back be the very thing that helps you discover your purpose in God's plan?As a young orphan in war-torn Liberia, Jackson TerKeurst could never have imagined the path his life would take. After years in an orphanage surrounded by the devastation of conflict, Jackson was invited to join a group of children on a tour across the United States—sharing stories of resilience and hope born from unimaginable suffering.But in the midst of that journey, Jackson received heartbreaking news: he would not be returning home. His country and the orphanage he once knew had been overtaken by violence and chaos. Stranded and grieving, Jackson faced an uncertain future.Yet God was writing a greater story.Through a series of divine appointments, Jackson met the TerKeurst family, who would eventually adopt him and his brother. Today, Jackson is an entrepreneur, a husband, and a father. He reflects on his journey and how God's hand was evident through it all in his new book,The Only Way Forward Is Back: A Story of War, Adoption, and Finding Your Purpose in God's Plan.In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Davey sits down with Jackson to explore the deep wounds of growing up in a war zone, how revisiting the past has been key to Jackson's healing, and why serving others plays such a central role in his story.If you've ever been hesitant to look back at your own pain, this episode will remind you: sometimes it's in looking back that we find the very path God has prepared to move us forward. Website: www.jacksonterkeurst.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/jacksonterkeurst_Facebook: www.facebook.com/jackson.terkeurst/Book: The Only Way Forward Is Back: A Story of War, Adoption, and Finding Your Purpose in God's Plan Wondering where to get started on your journey towards healing? Join Davey on our next FREE, live Zoom call and find out how you can begin to take back your story and how Nothing is Wasted can help. Sign up today at: www.nothingiswasted.com/starthere Looking for help in navigating the valley of pain and trauma? Our Nothing is Wasted coaches can help: www.nothingiswasted.com/coaching Want a pathway through your pain? The Pain to Purpose Course can lead you through all you've been through: www.nothingiswasted.com/paintoppurpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Show #2516 Show Notes: James Dobson – We Lost the Culture War: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQLN-EyGyDU Christian Civic League of Maine: https://cclmaine.org/ Family Research Council: https://www.frc.org/#gsc.tab=0 Focus on the Family: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/ American Family Association: https://www.afa.net/
Over a million tonnes of food are wasted here every year, costing households money and adding to climate change.So, what are some things we can do to reduce food waste?Joining Andrea to discuss is Conor Spacey, Culinary Director of Food Space Ireland and author of ‘Wasted', Machaela O'Leary Sales Manager with Too Good To Go and Chef JP McMahon.
Tom Lehrer, the musical satirist par excellence of the 1950s and 1960s, died this past July at age 97. Many listeners and their progeny grew up listening to and singing his compelling compositions: easy to remember, easy to sing and easy to finish. Who could forget “The Vatican Rag” or “The Elements?”What some might not know is that, from 1972 to 2001, in flight from East Coast winters, Tom also taught math and theater at UC Santa Cruz, as a lecturer in American Studies. Along the way, he made many friends and inspired countless students. This tribute includes music, interviews with friends and colleagues and biographical information.If you would like to know all about Tom and his music, you can find resources and links in this folder: https://tinyurl.com/tdh7n8d9( Photo by Anthony Pidgeon/Redferns )
SUBSCRIBE! LIKE! SHARE, BABY!Yet another episode, yet another opportunity for depth and character building WASTED. This week, Miranda once again leaves her own body and becomes a Looney Tune version of herself as she can't fathom the idea of her son and his gf catching her out in public at a rally for something she is about to have a career in, ON THE ISLAND SHE WORKS ON. Meanwhile, Carrie is desperate to make her nightmare of a downstairs neighbor like her, even though in any other circumstance Lisette would be evicted POST HASTE. Oh also, more penises than ever seen before, including Harry's, of whose we see go from peeing in a toilet (a classic MPK trope) to being serviced by his wife. Enjoy!!!Send us an email: PATCPOD@gmail.comThis month on PATREON:www.patreon.com/podandthecity10/2 Rupaul's Drag Race All Stars 2 S1 E2 "Snatch Game"10/9 Pillow Talk LIVE!10/16 Vanderpump Rules S1 E7 "in Love With Someone Else"10/23 Smash S1 E11 "The Movie Star"10/30 Rupaul's Drag Race S2 E3 "Herstory of the World"LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL FOR OUR MAILBAG AND WE WILL PLAY IT ON AN EPISODE :)https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/384376/2/yd2cuctlmk3cm6n7 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brian Anderson joined Baskin and Phelps and vented his frustrations as a Browns fan about the team's precarious quarterback position, why Baker Mayfield is the ultimate wheel of regret for the team, and what he hopes to see from the team moving forward. He also broke down the MLB playoffs and how the Phillies wound up losing to the Dodgers the way they did, as well as how Seattle has built their team to be so successful.
How do you begin to heal after facing every parent's worst imaginable nightmare — the loss of a child? And how can a marriage withstand, and even grow, through such profound grief?Amber Smith's life appeared picture-perfect. Married to country music artist Granger Smith, she was a mother to three young children, living what many would consider a dream. But in an instant, that dream shattered. While playing outside with his siblings and father, Amber and Granger's three-year-old son, River, was found unresponsive in the family's pool. He later passed away. The heartbreak was unimaginable, and the path to healing—both individually and as a couple—was long, painful, and complex.In the wake of their loss, Amber and Granger began a new journey—a calling toward ministry and helping others find hope in the midst of their pain. Yet, the road has been anything but easy.Amber's new book, The Girl on the Bathroom Floor: Held Together When Everything is Falling Apart, chronicles her journey of encountering God in the depths of grief and learning to take steps forward after unspeakable sorrow.In this powerful conversation, Davey and Amber discuss the role of lament in processing pain, how to be present for others walking through deep suffering, and how to navigate the guilt that often follows tragedy.If you or someone you love has experienced the loss of a child, this episode offers a message of hope—that even when everything feels like it's falling apart, there is a God who holds you through the pain. Website: https://arisewithamber.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/amberemilysmith YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmberEmilySmith/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arisewithamber/ Book: The Girl on the Bathroom Floor: Held Together When Everything is Falling Aparthttps://amzn.to/4mpEeDP Granger Smith Episode 325: https://www.nothingiswasted.com/podcast1/episode-325 Wondering where to get started on your journey towards healing? Join Davey on our next FREE, live Zoom call and find out how you can begin to take back your story and how Nothing is Wasted can help. Sign up today at: www.nothingiswasted.com/starthere Looking for help in navigating the valley of pain and trauma? Our Nothing is Wasted coaches can help: www.nothingiswasted.com/coaching Want a pathway through your pain? The Pain to Purpose Course can lead you through all you've been through: www.nothingiswasted.com/paintoppurpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nick and Jonathan revisit their conversation about the full page ad in the Plain Dealer urging Paul Dolan to sell the team, and that leads to the conversation of whose prime is being wasted more: Myles Garrett or Jose Ramirez.
Nick and Jonathan share the poll results they posted from their earlier conversation about Myles Garrett and Jose Ramirez.
Nick and Jonathan debate which organization is wasting their best players prime more: the Guardians or the Browns. Then, they're joined by Pete Fiutak of College Football News.
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The new Rumps & Bumps jersey just dropped! Check out afterpartyinc.com. Its the return of our boy Champagne Eli! As he comes on after a two year hiatus. We talk about the last time he came on the podcast and he ended up where no one wants to be, find out how the ladies have been treating him plus Mark chimes in and Mark gives us the scoop on why he's still single. Follow us on social media @AaronScenesAfterParty
There is nothing more ubiquitous in human existence than waste. To live is to produce refuse. And there are so many kinds of waste: Human, household, digital to name a few. But what is waste really? Turns out, the definition is pretty fluid. In this episode I talk to John Scanlan, author of “The Idea […]
How do our words impact the most important relationship in our lives—our marriage? And how can wives, in particular, learn to speak life into their husbands?Ann Wilson, a pastor's wife, was taken aback during a speaking event when her husband, Dave, candidly shared that he didn't feel like she was his biggest supporter. The admission was painful, but it became a turning point. Determined to make a change, Ann began to pay closer attention to the words she spoke over her husband. As she intentionally used her words to encourage and uplift him, she began to notice a transformation in both their marriage and the way they showed up for each other.In their latest book, How to Speak Life to Your Husband: When All You Want to Do Is Yell at Him, Ann and Dave explore the transformative power of words in marriage and offer practical tools for building healthier communication patterns.In this candid conversation, Davey sits down with Ann and Dave to discuss the influence of what we say in relationships, the importance of mindset towards our spouse, and how to navigate challenging seasons in marriage—including struggles with betrayal and sexual addiction.If you've ever felt the sting of destructive words in your marriage, this episode offers hope and guidance on how to use your words to build up—not tear down—the most vital relationship in your life. Website: www.familylife.com/familylife-todayInstagram: www.instagram.com/daveannwilson Facebook: www.facebook.com/DaveAnnWilsonBook: How to Speak Life to Your Husband: When All You Want to Do Is Yell at Him https://amzn.to/45Nd3vP Wondering where to get started on your journey towards healing? Join Davey on our next FREE, live Zoom call and find out how you can begin to take back your story and how Nothing is Wasted can help. Sign up today at: www.nothingiswasted.com/starthere Looking for help in navigating the valley of pain and trauma? Our Nothing is Wasted coaches can help: www.nothingiswasted.com/coaching Want a pathway through your pain? The Pain to Purpose Course can lead you through all you've been through: www.nothingiswasted.com/paintoppurpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, Raoni talks about his relationship with alcohol, past, present and future. The topic of whether San Francisco, or being gay, has anything to do with heavy drinking is brought to the table, and Raoni shares how he overcame the hold alcohol once had on his life.Follow The Raoni Washburn Show on:InstagramTikTok ThreadsYouTubeall @exposingmygay,Please subscribe to the "Bossy Power Bottom Gay-Treon (Patreon)" and get all things Bossy Power Bottom Productions' bonus content from over four shows! Don't forget to go to raoniwashburn.com for any information you need on the show or Bossy Power Bottom Productions. While on the show website, look at the Bossy Power Bottom Catalog and pick out your next piece for your upcoming gay or pride-related event. Do you have something you want Raoni to hear? Call in on the official Bossy Power Bottom hotline at 415 501 0401 and leave a message. Any other inquiries are received at mygayexpose@gmail.com !
In this episode, I talk about why division, not slowness, is what wastes your time, how hurry erodes your peace, presence, and connection with God, why love, joy, and peace can't coexist with hurry (John Mark Comer, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry), practical ways to reclaim presence as your true power and more. CONNECT WITH ME…→ Instagram — @mattgottesman→ My Substack — mattgottesman.substack.com → Apparel — thenicheisyou.comRESOURCES…→ Recommended Book List — CLICK HERE→ Workshops — CLICK HERE→ Masterclass — CLICK HEREWORKSHOPS + MASTERCLASS:→ Need MORE clarity? - Here's the FREE… 6 Days to Clarity Workshop - clarity for your time, energy, money, creativity, work & play→ Write, Design, Build: Content Creator Studio & OS - Growing the niche of you, your audience, reach, voice, passion & incomeOTHER RELATED EPISODES:Answered Prayers Are Often Disguised As Uncomfortable BlessingsApple: https://apple.co/3HTDsjGSpotify: https://bit.ly/3JYc4l7
Send me a Text Message!What if the tropes you love are actually holding your thriller back? In this episode, Charlene Wang reveals how she transformed the beloved campus novel into a feminist revenge thriller by strategically subverting genre expectations. And the results landed her a major book deal. You'll discover the counterintuitive truth about "wasted" drafts (spoiler: nothing is ever wasted), learn how to weaponize social media as a character psychology tool rather than just a plot device, and understand why the most compelling morally gray characters make us root for their goals while questioning their methods. If you're struggling to make your thriller feel fresh or your contemporary setting feel authentic, this conversation will fundamentally change how you approach revision and might just save you years of trial and error.Learn more about CharleneBio: Charlene Wang was born in Beijing and, after immigrating to the US when she was three, has lived in seven different cities from Los Angeles to Rockville to Biloxi. Graduating with a B.A. in English from Dartmouth College and a J.D. from University of Virginia School of Law, she worked as a litigator for six years before quitting to pursue her childhood dream of becoming an author. She now lives in Brooklyn, NY, with her fiancé and their dog Winky.Episodes I think you'll love...Agent Carleen Geisler Reads a Submission & Shares How Agents Evaluate Opening PagesWriting Your Opening Scene with Thomas MullenWriting Unique Openings to Grab Literary Agent Attention: Jason Powell AuthorGet the list of 125+ Literary Agents who rep Thriller, Mystery, Suspense, and Crime Fiction Study the Opening Paragraphs of the Top Authors Writing Thrillers Right Now
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Breathing Through All Your Holes. There was an old Johnson who swallowed a fly. Maggot free brownie corpse. Figgin' Plums. Sweet, Soft & Just A Little Boozey. Faceless Reese's Look Like Faeces. That Guy on TikTok Lied. Little Bitty Frog Lungs. Cannibal Brownie Pranks. Debunking the Bunker Myth. Cornholing a Pig. Brian's having Deja Vu. I don't like drunk french monkeeeeeeeeees! If an identity crisis was a restaurant. Take this Job and Hug It with Wendi and more on this episode of The Morning Stream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How do you experience God's empathy in the midst of life's challenges and struggles? How can you encounter the compassion of Christ in your own pain and sorrow?Drs. Bill and Kristi Gaultiere have devoted their lives to helping others navigate personal pain and discover soul care through their ministry, Soul Shepherding. Yet, it was through their own journeys—Bill's battle with anxiety and Kristi's experience of childhood wounds—that they came to deeply know God's empathy, equipping them to walk with others on the path to healing.In their latest book, **Deeply Loved: Receiving and Reflecting God's Great Empathy for You**, they explore the connection between receiving divine empathy and developing healthier emotional lives and relationships.In this episode, Davey sits down with Bill and Kristi to discuss how our personal stories shape the messages we carry, the essential role of empathy in the healing process, and how the support of others can help us experience God's compassion more fully.If you've ever found it difficult to extend compassion to yourself or others, this conversation will guide you toward discovering that God's deep love is often experienced through a compassionate engagement with your own emotions and life experiences. Website: https://www.soulshepherding.org/ Instagram: instagram.com/soulshepherding, instagram.com/billgaultiere, instagram.com/kristigaultiereBook: Deeply Loved: Receiving and Reflecting God's Great Empathy for You https://amzn.to/46ZScYi Wondering where to get started on your journey towards healing? Join Davey on our next FREE, live Zoom call and find out how you can begin to take back your story and how Nothing is Wasted can help. Sign up today at: www.nothingiswasted.com/starthere Looking for help in navigating the valley of pain and trauma? Our Nothing is Wasted coaches can help: www.nothingiswasted.com/coaching Want a pathway through your pain? The Pain to Purpose Course can lead you through all you've been through: www.nothingiswasted.com/paintoppurpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Breathing Through All Your Holes. There was an old Johnson who swallowed a fly. Maggot free brownie corpse. Figgin' Plums. Sweet, Soft & Just A Little Boozey. Faceless Reese's Look Like Faeces. That Guy on TikTok Lied. Little Bitty Frog Lungs. Cannibal Brownie Pranks. Debunking the Bunker Myth. Cornholing a Pig. Brian's having Deja Vu. I don't like drunk french monkeeeeeeeeees! If an identity crisis was a restaurant. Take this Job and Hug It with Wendi and more on this episode of The Morning Stream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How do we hold on to hope when life is filled with pain and disappointment? What role can prayer play in our suffering as we learn to cling to hope?Sally Breedlove and Willa Kane became friends through a shared commitment to prayer during a season marked by uncertainty. In 2020, as the world faced the upheaval of the COVID-19 pandemic, they felt led to invite others into daily rhythms of prayer—and thus, Eighth Day Prayers was born. The name "Eighth Day" reflects the day of Jesus' resurrection, symbolizing the invitation to live into the hope of Christ. What began as a simple practice during a global crisis grew into a ministry that continues through their three-book series, **Eighth Day Prayers**, which follows the liturgical calendar and invites readers into a life of rhythmic, intentional prayer.Through their personal journeys of suffering—including the loss of a grandchild, the death of a parent by suicide, significant health diagnoses, and challenges in business—Sally and Willa have found prayer to be a steadying force, grounding them in hope and anchoring their walk with Jesus.In this episode, Davey sits down with Sally and Willa to discuss the simplicity and depth of prayer, how it sustains us in seasons of deep pain, and why it remains a vital part of our spiritual formation.If you've ever wrestled with the tension between hope and heartbreak, this conversation offers encouragement and perspective, reminding us that God can hold our hardest emotions and invites us into an honest, ongoing dialogue with Him through prayer. Website: https://eighthdayprayer.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eighthdayprayers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EighthDayPrayers Book: Eighth Day Prayers https://eighthdayprayer.org/books Wondering where to get started on your journey towards healing? Join Davey on our next FREE, live Zoom call and find out how you can begin to take back your story and how Nothing is Wasted can help. Sign up today at: www.nothingiswasted.com/starthere Looking for help in navigating the valley of pain and trauma? Our Nothing is Wasted coaches can help: www.nothingiswasted.com/coaching Want a pathway through your pain? The Pain to Purpose Course can lead you through all you've been through: www.nothingiswasted.com/paintoppurpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your Fear Of Wasting Time And Money In Course Creation Is Costing You (+ A Hack To Fix It Fast) If you've been sitting on a course idea for months (even years), telling yourself you'll do it “someday,” chances are fear is in the driver's seat. Maybe you're worried it will take too much time, cost too much money, or flop without the perfect polish. I know those fears all too well, because I've made expensive mistakes myself… including one that cost me $20,000. But looking back, those so-called mistakes became the lessons that built my confidence and gave me the stories, strategies, and success I have today. In this episode, I walk you through the mindset shift that changed everything for me when I felt frozen by fear. You'll hear a powerful tool I learned from my friend Jill Stanton called “Capture, Cancel, Correct,” which stops negative thoughts before they derail you. I also share why keeping your first course simple is actually your secret weapon to keeping costs down, and how to tap into what you already know instead of starting from scratch. Plus, you'll hear inspiring stories from my students who launched without all the bells and whistles, validated their ideas, and built profitable businesses step by step. By the end of this episode, you'll see that the only real waste of time and money is doing nothing, pushing your launch, and delaying compounding revenue. HERE ARE THE 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: 1️⃣ A proven way to stop fear in its tracks – The “Capture, Cancel, Correct” method gives you a practical tool to recognize limiting thoughts, shut them down, and choose a more empowering belief that keeps you moving forward. 2️⃣ Why simple beats perfect every time – Your first course doesn't need to be polished to succeed. A streamlined, minimal viable course gets you into action faster, helps you earn revenue sooner, and gives you real student feedback to improve with each launch. 3️⃣ You already have everything you need to get started – You're not starting with a blank page. The steps, strategies, and advice you've been sharing with clients, friends, or your community can be packaged into a clear, repeatable framework that becomes a long-term business asset. RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Join my FREE Masterclass: The New & Better Way To Create And Sell A Profitable Digital Course In 2025 → amyporterfield.com/masterclass MORE FROM ME Follow me on Instagram @amyporterfield SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW If you loved this episode, please take a moment to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach more entrepreneurs who need these insights.
Teddi and Erika share some BTS on Alexia Umansky’s wedding. Why did it make Erika emotional, and who nearly took a tumble? Then, on RHOC they wonder if Shannon’s fall was just a shtick? And was Emily out of line with her Gretchen comment? Plus, Teddi gets real about battling depression and brain fog.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bobby answers a question from a caller who wants to know how much money Lunchbox has wasted on the lottery in his lifetime. We debate if Lunchbox has wasted the money or if it’s a part of his ‘investment’. We also talked about the brand new $1M luxury yacht that tips over and sinks just minutes after launching. We get into a moral dilemma on helping the less fortunate. Bobby had an unfortunate diary incident in Chicago and realized the sports he is the worst at doing a gauntlet at Barstool Sports. We talked about a new poll that found 70% of Americans go with their gut or rely on it to some extent when making big life decisions. Bobby talked about how he always follows his guy when it comes to sports betting. A caller wanted to know if we’ve seen Unknown Number: The High School Catfish on Netflix. Bobby then gives everyone a masterclass on how to retain information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.