Podcasts about what we can do about it

If you were to ask your child what gives him or her value, what would they say? The message that our kids hear from culture is that our accomplishments define our worth.Although this philosophy isn't new, thanks to information technology kids suffer mounting pressure to base their identity on their successes. “Students today are saturated with messages about performance in their classrooms, with their peers, teachers, colleges, social media, and the larger culture,” comments Jennifer Breheny Wallace, the author of Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic—and What We Can Do About It. “They are hearing messages day in and day out that they have to strive; they have to do better; and that they're only as good as their next accomplishment.”Many Christian parents hear this and are saddened, but are there ways that we may be feeding into this same narrative without realizing it?What is our drive to succeed based in? Is it always a bad thing? Don't we want our kids to succeed and to work hard? How do we balance between healthy expectations and crushing ones? Tune in for a thoughtful conversation with Kathryn Butler (MD, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons), trauma surgeon turned writer and homeschooling mom, about what is at the root of our drive for our kids to have their names on the wall. 

Being a sports parent today feels like navigating the Wild West—early morning practices, weekend tournaments, college pressure, burnout, and the constant fear of doing it wrong. In this episode, we sit down with Emmy-winning sports journalist and founder of ILoveToWatchYouPlay.com, Asia Mape, to talk about what it really takes to raise a D1 athlete—or not. From how early is too early to specialize, to the signs of burnout, the politics of “daddy ball,” and why joy, balance, and mental health matter more than any scholarship, Asia gives us the honest, expert advice every sports parent needs to hear. Mentioned in the Episode: ilovetowatchyouplay.com I Love to Watch You Play Podcast by Asia Mape I Love to Watch You Play Blog by Asia Mape I Love to Watch You Play Newsletter Sign Up The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan Haidt Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It by Jennifer Breheny Wallace Younger (TV Series) Normatec Air Compression for Recovery MZ Wallace Bags A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send Wilk a text with your feedback!Episode 263: How Contempt Fuels Division and What We Can Do About It – with Zachary Elwood What's truly tearing us apart isn't disagreement—it's contempt. In Episode 263 of the Derate The Hate podcast, Wilk Wilkinson is joined once again by Zachary Elwood, author of the new book How Contempt Destroys Democracy: An American Liberal's Guide to Toxic Polarization.Zach shares powerful insights into how confirmation bias, emotional thinking, and our grievance culture feed political division. Wilk and Zach dive deep into why curiosity is a critical tool for unity, how media and social platforms fuel outrage, and why focusing on local community action can help us escape the national polarization trap.

Vancouver-based Lithium Americas is developing a massive lithium mine in Nevada's remote Thacker Pass, but for nearly five years several local Indigenous tribes and environmental organizations have tried to block or delay the mine in the courts and through direct action. Six land defenders, known as the “Thacker Pass 6,” are currently being sued by Lithium Nevada Corporation and have been barred by court injunction from returning to and peacefully protesting and praying at the sacred site on their ancestral homeland. TRNN Editor-in-Chief Maximillian Alvarez speaks with two members of the “Thacker Pass 6,” Will Falk and Max Wilbert, about the charges against them and the current state of the struggle over the construction of the Thacker Pass mine.Will Falk is a Colorado-based poet, community organizer, and pro-bono attorney for regional tribes who co-founded the group Protect Thacker Pass. Max Wilbert is an Oregon-based writer, organizer, wilderness guide, and co-author of the book Bright Green Lies: How the Environmental Movement Lost Its Way and What We Can Do About It; he co-founded the group Protect Thacker Pass.In September of 2023, TRNN teamed up with award-winning Indigenous multimedia journalist Brandi Morin, documentary filmmaker Geordie Day, and Canadian independent media outlets Ricochet Media and IndigiNews to produce a powerful documentary report on the Indigenous resisters putting their bodies and freedom on the line to stop the Thacker Pass Project. Watch the report, “Mining the Sacred: Indigenous nations fight lithium gold rush at Thacker Pass,” here.Studio Production: Maximillian AlvarezAudio Post-Production: Jules TaylorHelp TRNN continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterFollow us on BlueskyLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcast

“Hope is believing in advance what can only be understood in reverse.”These words have been the rally cry of my soul for over a decade now, but I didn't come up with them myself. Philip Yancey did. This gentle, thoughtful writer has spent his career exploring the topic of suffering which, as you can imagine, has meant so much to me. Today I have the honor of sitting down with Philip to talk about some things that we can't understand today, but trust we'll understand some day. (Like his recent Parkinson's diagnosis.)This hour with Philip filled my soul, and I think it'll do the same for you. Here's what you can expect if you join us in the conversation:Why pain is not the enemyThe most helpful definition of health I've heard yetWe can receive God's comfort, even when we don't understand HimStewarding the suffering we never wantedThe best thing we can be for God to use usIf you need a compassionate, encouraging voice speaking into your suffering—whatever it may be—then this episode is for you!Show Notes:Where Is God When It Hurts by Philip Yancey - https://a.co/d/6xf3QxVThe Gift of Pain: Why We Hurt and What We Can Do About It by Philip Yancey and Dr. Paul Brand - https://a.co/d/3GapVr9“Parkinson's—The Gift I Didn't Want” by Philip Yancey for Christianity Today - https://www.christianitytoday.com/2023/02/philip-yancey-ct-parkinsons-diagnosis-gift-i-didnt-want/How Should We Then Live?: The Rise and Decline of Western Thought and Culture by Francis A. Schaeffer - https://a.co/d/f5H3bxkWhere the Light Fell: A Memoir by Philip Yancey - https://a.co/d/47InSUWScriptures referenced in this episode:2 Corinthians 1:4Romans 8***There's so much more to the story. For more messages of hope, free resources, and opportunities to connect with me, visit https://hopeheals.com/katherine.Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopeheals/⁠Subscribe to The GoodHard Story Podcast!Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-hard-story-podcast/id1496882479Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0OYz6G9Q2tNNVOX9YSdmFb?si=043bd6b10a664bebWant a little hope in your inbox? ⁠⁠Sign up for the Hope Note⁠⁠, our twice-a-month digest of only the good stuff, like reflections from Katherine and a curated digest of the Internet's most redemptive content: https://hopeheals.com/hopenoteGet to know us:⁠⁠Hope Heals⁠⁠: https://hopeheals.com/⁠⁠Hope Heals Camp⁠⁠: https://hopeheals.com/camp⁠⁠Mend Coffee⁠⁠: https://www.mendcoffee.org/Instagram⁠: https://www.instagram.com/hopeheals/

What if American culture isn't collapsing because of crusading secularists? What if it's failing because many leading Christians identify more with secular elites than with their fellow believers? Dr. John West joins Hank Hanegraaff to discuss how he wrote Stockholm Syndrome Christianity as a warning to the body of Christ—a warning not to capitulate to the culture, but to transform the culture.To receive Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Why America's Christian Leaders Are Failing — and What We Can Do About It  for your partnering gift, please click herehttps://www.equip.org/product/cri-resources-stockholm-syndrome-christianity-why-americas-christian-leaders-are-failing-and-what-we-can-do-about-it/Topics discussed include: What is Stockholm Syndrome Christianity? (5:00)Seattle Pacific University as an example of Stockholm Syndrome Christianity (7:45)How can parents be sure of where to send their kids to school?  (11:30)Andy Stanley says that the Old Testament is obsolete—is he right? (15:00)Is it necessary to call out Christian leaders by name? (24:10)The ongoing Battle for the Bible—from Robert Gundry to Mike Licona (26:50)Francis Collins and the problems with secularism influencing scientific inquiry (35:15)Can Neo-Darwinism and Christianity co-exist? (43:45)Is theistic evolution the worst of all possibilities for Christians? (47:30)How the evolutionary paradigm is foundational for many of the other problematic “-isms” (50:50)Sexual suicide—how the devaluation of marriage within churches came before the culture (55:50)Is Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy an example of Stockholm Syndrome Christianity? (1:00:50)The slippery slope for individuals (1:06:00)When is “anti-racism” actually racist? (1:06:30)How did Stockholm Syndrome Christians abandon religious liberty? (1:17:15)The importance of discernment when it comes to the entertainment we consume (1:31:30)The problems with simply “following the science” (1:34:20)The dangers of celebrity culture—even within the church (1:38:15)The problem with trying to please the wrong people (1:43:00)A story of standing for truth (1:46:45)The importance of Christian governance—people must support the mission of Christianity (1:55:50)A call to faithfulness as opposed to worldly success (2:01:25)What is the state of The Discovery Institute and the Intelligent Design movement? (2:05:55)Listen to Hank's podcast and follow Hank off the grid where he is joined by some of the brightest minds discussing topics you care about. Get equipped to be a cultural change agent.Archived episodes are  on our Website and available at the additional channels listed below.You can help spread the word about Hank Unplugged by giving us a rating and review from the other channels we are listed on.

Stigall wonders today if media is starting to catch to what first felt like a non-stop Trump blitz in the first few weeks. Steve Moore discusses the market fluctuations that have many starting to panic, while China seems to be in a panic themselves - threatening other countries from working with the US on trade. Ed Morrissey from Hot Air stops by to discuss the Trump administration’s open embrace of Christianity as the Catholics search for a new Pope. Speaking of which, Dr. John West joins Stigall to explore the importance of faith leaders preaching truth at this time in history with the new book Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Why America’s Christian Leaders Are Failing — and What We Can Do About It. Plus all the headlines you need to catch up on - in one show! -For more info visit the official website: https://chrisstigall.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisstigallshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisStigallFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.stigall/Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/StigallPodListen on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/StigallShow-Help protect your wealth with real, physical gold and silver. Texas Bullion Exchange helps everyday Americans diversify with tailored portfolios, IRA rollovers, and expert support every step of the way.

Rich talks with USAF Brigadier General (Ret.) Blaine Holt, former Deputy U.S. military representative to NATO, about the potential of national security threats due to the leaked Signal chat. Next, DOGE is considering defunding NPR and PBS; we find out more from Dan Schneider, vice president of the Media Research Center. Later, Dr. John West, vice president at the Discovery Institute, discusses his recent Christian Post op-ed "How Christian Universities Crash and Burn," as well as his book "Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Why America's Christian Leaders are Failing - and What We Can Do About It." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is the second part of a two-part interview with Julia Ebner -- the princess of extremist infiltration, the queen of counter radicalization, and author of Going Mainstream: Why Extreme Ideas are Spreading, and What We Can Do About It.    Please listen to Part 1 before coming to this episode.  In this conversation, Julia and Jason focus on how extreme ideas enter the mainstream and the implications of the concept of the ‘Overton Window' [more on that in the links below] for how the boundaries of acceptable political discourse change as ever more extreme ideas are articulated. Jason pushes Julia to draw on her undercover work among the incel community to explain their worldview and the centrality of the concept of being red-pilled.     And as they Order the Disorder, they discuss the importance of defending expertise in public discourse and Julia proposes an institution that could prevent people from falling into conspiracy theories.    Producer: George McDonagh  Executive Producer: Neil Fearn    Subscribe to our Substack (for free, or get the PAID version to get a discount on our March 21st event with Bill Browder and Stephanie Baker at the Frontline Club): https://natoandtheged.substack.com/    Show Notes Links:  For an explanation of the Overton window visit https://theweek.com/102517/the-overton-window-explained   For more on Julia visit https://www.julia-ebner.com/speaker   For a great video about her life and experiences: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Y4Kv6P6VII   Get Julia's book ‘Going Mainstream: Why extreme ideas are spreading, and what we can do about it' - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Going-Mainstream-extreme-ideas-spreading/dp/1804183784   Read Jason's article, ‘A lizard person's guide to US election conspiracy theories' in the New European: https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/a-lizard-persons-guide-to-us-election-conspiracy-theories/   Listen: Episode 77 - The System is Rigged: Conspiracy theories and the revenge of the losers https://pod.link/1706818264/episode/cc41cbf3e1c05fb8a696e0faad151283 This is the second part of a two-part interview with Julia Ebner -- the princess of extremist infiltration, the queen of counter radicalization, and author of Going Mainstream: Why Extreme Ideas are Spreading, and What We Can Do About It.    Please listen to Part 1 before coming to this episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. John G. West discusses STOCKHOLM SYNDROME CHRISTIANITY: Why Americas Christian Leaders Are Failing - and What We Can Do About It. Journalist and Author JACK CASHILL talks George Floyd and J6 conspiracies and why that still matters.

In manufacturing, we're all familiar with stress. But did you know that a lack of challenges and too much comfort can also have a negative impact on your health, mindset, and productivity? This is the core concept Paul Taylor presents in his great book Death by Comfort: How Modern Life is Killing Us and What We Can Do About It. As a former British Royal Navy crew member and a current Ph.D. candidate in applied psychology, Paul has in-depth knowledge about stress, resilience, and performance.  In this episode on stress, comfort, and psychological safety, Paul draws from his own experiences and research to delve deeper into why discomfort and challenging situations build confidence and resilience, plus shares some of his favorite methods for rethinking how you perceive stress and engage with your team. 2:20 – In manufacturing, stress can be inevitable, so you need to find the right level of stress in your environment 3:36 - You can use principles from physical fitness and apply them to stress management  7:11 – To stay healthy and keep a productive mindset, you need to balance stress and recovery 11:54 – When you practice self-efficacy and do hard tasks, it builds your confidence 16:21 – Uncomfortable yet necessary conversations play a key role in workplace environments  17:38 – To change and improve how you give feedback and have challenging conversations, use the SBI (situation-behavior-impact) model 18:36 – Use the OARS model for motivational interviewing to encourage open questions, affirmations, reflective listening, and summarizing  24:58 – Take time to understand your purpose and the impact of your work 24:58 – Don't overlook the role of accountability in psychological safety Connect with Paul Taylor Visit his website Listen to The Paul Taylor Podcast Buy Death by Comfort on Amazon or at your favorite bookseller  Read my book report on Death by Comfort

Extremist ideologies and the conspiracy vehicles that carry them are now heard throughout mainstream social and political discourse. Whether it's Trump parroting falsehoods about migrants eating dogs and cats or Robert F. Kennedy Jr. parroting debunked claims about how vaccines cause autism, extreme viewpoints cloaked in conspiracy theories are now frequently articulated by those in offices of power.     How has this happened? When did the extremes become mainstream? And what draws people to these radical ways of thinking in the first place? Then as we delve deeper why do extremists so frequently rely on conspiracy theories to articulate their political programs? Why don't they come out and just voice the radical or exclusionary political program directly? Why do they conceal it via complex conspiracy theories about Lizards, Pedophilia rings, and a Jewish plot to dilute the purity of the white race?    This is the first episode of a two-part interview with Julia Ebner -- the princess of extremist infiltration, the queen of counter radicalization, and author of Going Mainstream: Why Extreme Ideas are Spreading, and What We Can Do About It.    The duo delve into the intricate relationship between conspiracy theories and extremist ideologies. Analysing how conspiracy theories serve as a unifying force among various radical groups, by providing a framework for scapegoating and explaining grievances. Plus: the psychological appeal of conspiracy myths, their role in modern political movements, and the historical context that shapes these narratives    Producer: George McDonagh  Executive Producer: Neil Fearn    Subscribe to our Substack (for free, or get the PAID version to get a discount on our March 21st event with Bill Browder and Stephanie Baker at the Frontline Club): https://natoandtheged.substack.com/    Show Notes Links:  For more on Julia visit https://www.julia-ebner.com/speaker   Get Julia's book ‘Going Mainstream: Why extreme ideas are spreading, and what we can do about it' - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Going-Mainstream-extreme-ideas-spreading/dp/1804183784   Read Jason's article, ‘A lizard person's guide to US election conspiracy theories' in the New European: https://www.theneweuropean.co.uk/a-lizard-persons-guide-to-us-election-conspiracy-theories/   Listen: Episode 77 - The System is Rigged: Conspiracy theories and the revenge of the losers https://pod.link/1706818264/episode/cc41cbf3e1c05fb8a696e0faad151283   For a great video about her life and experiences: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Y4Kv6P6VII     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich chats with Joe Exotic "The Tiger King," who joins us from federal prison, and offers his thoughts on the appointments of Kash Patel and Dan Bongino to lead the FBI. Next, the House has passed a budget resolution; details from Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R-TX). Later, Dr. John West, author of "Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Why America's Christian Leaders are Failing - and What We Can Do About It," talks about the beheading of 70 Christians in the Congo. Plus, Lt. Col. Allen "Bullit" Campbell (USAF-retired) is a retired airline captain and author of "My Life Above the Clouds." He weighs in on the recent string of plane crashes and near misses in the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest: Erin Williams, LPC, PCA US Counselor, Plano campus   If you'd like to watch this podcast, check out the PCA YouTube page.   This is week two of a great conversation with Erin Williams about the book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic - and What We Can Do About It by Jennifer Breheny Wallace. This book is a New York Times bestseller, but remember that it is written from the perspective of someone without a Biblical worldview. Wallace does raise some very profound and provocative questions that need to be answered, especially when the research says that 1 in 3 students may be impacted by what Wallace calls the “excessive pressure to achieve.”   Praying that you find this conversation insightful and practical. It is broken down into two episodes - the first episode was released last week.

Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! In this episode, Becket sits down with Dr. John G. West to discuss his latest book "Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Why America’s Christian Leaders Are Failing and What We Can Do About It." They explore how Christian leaders have adopted the worldview of secular elites instead of standing firm in biblical truth. John West's Book The Becket Cook Show Ep. 191 This Episode of The Becket Cook Show is available on YouTube Join the Patreon! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Guest: Erin Williams, LPC, PCA US Counselor, Plano campus   If you'd like to watch this podcast, check out the PCA YouTube page.   Great conversation with Erin Williams about the book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic - and What We Can Do About It by Jennifer Breheny Wallace. This book is a New York Times bestseller, but remember that it is written from the perspective of someone without a Biblical worldview. Wallace does raise some very profound and provocative questions that need to be answered, especially when the research says that 1 in 3 students may be impacted by what Wallace calls the “excessive pressure to achieve.”   Praying that you find this conversation insightful and practical. It is broken down into two episodes over this week and next.

DESCRIPTION: Mar-a-Gaza - How does a country that loves life negotiate with a terrorist organization that worships death? In this episode Dr. Wendy Patrick and co-host attorney Larry Dershem interview Middle East expert Israel Ellis about the tightrope that Israel and the Trump Administration is walking to try to restore peace to the Gaza Strip. Will turning Gaza into a resort area, as President Trump has suggested, work? Find out in this episode, as we discuss our guest's new book: The Wake Up Call: Global Jihad and the Rise of Antisemitism in a World Gone MAD. Also ... Stockholm Syndrome Christianity – Our next guest exposes how influential Christian leaders are siding with their anti-Christian cultural captors on everything from biblical authority and science to sex, race, and religious liberty, much like famous cases of "Stockholm syndrome," such as Patty Hearst, where the captive bonded with the captors. Hear our guest Dr. John G. West explain how this has happened, and what Biblical worldview Christians can do to reverse this slide into paganism. Listen in as we discuss his new book Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Why America's Christian Leaders Are Failing - and What We Can Do About It.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest, Dr. John G. West, Stockholm Syndrome Christianity, Where Christian Leaders are Failing, and what to do about it VIDEOS: 1. Constitutional Crisis 2. Trump is Right PROMO: Does our cultural crisis stem in part from Christian leaders siding with anti-Christian elites? Dr. John G. West with the Discovery Institute Center for Science and Culture argues yes. He joins the show to talk about his new book Stockholm Syndrome Christianity - Where Christian Leaders are Failing and What We Can Do About It. Plus more winning for Trump today!

When Christians in science embrace scientific materialism over historical biblical teaching, they mislead their fellow believers and hinder scientific progress. On this ID The Future, host Andrew McDiarmid concludes a two-part conversation about this problem with Dr. John West, author of the new book Stockholm Syndrome Christianity: Why Christian Leaders Are Failing and What We Can Do About It. In Part 2, Dr. West describes three biblical beliefs that have been corroded by theistic evolution. He discusses the flawed theology and troubled legacy of Dr. Francis Collins. He also stresses the importance of disagreement and open debate in science. This is Part 2 of a two-part conversation. Source

Send us a textCould science hold the key to weight loss that lasts a lifetime?On this week's Better Health Bookshelf, I'm featuring the book Outsmarting Obesity by Dr. Stewart Lonky. Dr. Lonky brings decades of expertise as a physician and researcher, and his unique insights into the science behind obesity can transform how you think about weight loss.In this episode, Dr. Lonky explains why traditional diets fail and how epigenetics, environmental toxins, and behavior play a pivotal role in obesity. You'll hear why obesity is not just about “calories in, calories out,” but instead a multifaceted issue involving inflammation and genetic changes caused by external factors. Dr. Lonky's practical AIPE program—Accept, Identify, Prevent, Eliminate—gives listeners actionable steps to reduce toxic exposure, make better choices, and maintain a healthy weight.Whether you're battling weight loss frustrations or simply seeking smarter, science-backed weight management strategies, this conversation is packed with real-world solutions to help you and your family live healthier lives.WHO SHOULD LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE:This episode is perfect for anyone struggling with weight loss or searching for practical, scientific weight loss solutions. Here are three specific audiences who will benefit most:Individuals who have tried dieting but struggle to maintain long-term weight loss.Parents and grandparents concerned about reducing obesity risks for future generations.Health-conscious listeners looking to prevent and eliminate environmental toxins linked to obesity.TOP TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE:Obesity Is an Inflammatory Disease: Understanding why it's about more than just body weight.Epigenetics and Weight Gain: Learn how external factors can switch genes on or off, impacting weight.Dieting Alone Won't Work: Discover why losing weight is only part of the battle; maintaining it is the real challenge.The AIPE Program: A simple, science-based framework to accept, identify, prevent, and eliminate toxins.FREE GIFT FROM THE AUTHOR:Visit DrLonky.com to access exclusive alternatives to toxic cleaning products and Chris Talley's precision guide to weight loss. These gifts are free with a simple email signup.GET THE BOOK:Discover why Outsmarting Obesity is the game-changing guide you've been waiting for. This book combines cutting-edge science and actionable strategies to help you lose weight and keep it off for good. Perfect for anyone ready to break free from weight loss frustrations.Click here to buy Outsmarting Obesity: A Doctor Reveals Why We Gain Weight, Why It Matters, and What We Can Do About It.For more information about Mike Capuzzi, visit MikeCapuzzi.com.

In this episode, you will be able to: Learn to challenge and change sexist attitudes in your church community. Discover the untapped potential of women in church leadership roles. Understand how patriarchal norms impact women in various industries. Uncover ways to recognize and overcome unconscious sexism and bias. Explore effective strategies for empowering and supporting women in church leadership. My special guest is Heather Matthews Heather Matthews, a dedicated advocate for women in church leadership, brings a unique blend of practical experience and academic expertise to the conversation. With a background in pastoral work, church planting, and leadership roles in nonprofits and academia, she offers a well-rounded perspective on confronting sexism in the church. Holding a DMin from Fuller Seminary, a master's in educational ministry, an MA in Counseling Ministry from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and a bachelor's in biomedical engineering from Northwestern University, Dr. Matthews' qualifications speak to her commitment and breadth of knowledge. Her book, "Confronting Sexism in the Church: How We Got Here and What We Can Do About It," not only reflects her extensive research but also resonates with her personal experiences, establishing her as a credible and relatable voice for those seeking to address the challenges faced by women in church leadership. The key moments in this episode are: 00:01:55 - Confronting Sexism in the Church 00:06:06 - Sexism in Politics 00:13:26 - Personal Journey and Advocacy 00:15:00 - Recognizing Sexism in Evangelical Churches 00:16:29 - Hidden Sexism in Egalitarian Spaces 00:20:54 - Gender Bias in Leadership Positions 00:27:38 - From Biomedical Engineering to Ministry 00:30:52 - Historical and Cultural Factors of Sexism 00:31:03 - The Influence of History on Sexism in the Church 00:32:02 - Political Impact on Women in the Church 00:33:33 - Recognition of Women's Contributions and Achievements 00:39:51 - Sexist Tropes and Stereotypes 00:45:12 - Creating Supportive Environments for Women in Churches 00:46:40 - Challenges for Women in Church Leadership 00:48:10 - Intersection of Sexism, Abuse, and Trauma 00:49:22 - Traditional Beliefs and Abuse in the Church 00:51:35 - Confronting Sexism in the Church Challenge patriarchal norms and advocate for gender equality In a world where patriarchal norms still dominate, confronting sexism in the church becomes crucial to advocate for gender equality and challenge traditional power structures. Through insightful discussions and personal experiences, the episode sheds light on the importance of addressing deep-seated biases and promoting inclusivity in church leadership roles. By encouraging dialogue and action, listeners are empowered to challenge patriarchal norms and create a more equitable environment for women in church communities. Purchase the book Confronting Sexism in the Church by Dr. Heather Matthews on Amazon or any other online book retailer to educate yourself and continue the work on the issue of sexism. Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review to help spread the word and support the community's growth. Share this episode with someone who might need to hear it to help spread awareness and start important conversations about confronting sexism. Join the Difference Makers community to gain access to exclusive content and continue the conversation about the future of church leadership and gender equality. Connect with us: https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.com Linkedin YouTube FaceBook Instagram Threads Patreon (for exclusive episodes just for Difference Makers) Bluesky TikTok Subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who might need to hear it. Your support helps the community grow and keeps these important conversations going. If you need professional help, such as therapy: https://www.betterhelp.com/difference Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 In episode 115, my guest, Lauren Buice who is an adolescent and young adult counselor, and I defined achievement culture and discussed how teens are overwhelmed by all they must achieve and be to apply for college. She described the dangerous outcome associated with achievement culture: anxiety, depression, and substance abuse.  Lauren has returned for another episode to share strategies for teens & parents who are navigating the hoops of achievement culture. I share a few quotes from Jennifer Breheny Wallace's book, "Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic and What We Can Do About It" for Lauren to respond to. Notable quotes from this interview with Lauren Buice: * "Achievement culture is affecting parents too." * "Failure is, and can be, a teacher. But shame is not. Shame is not a teacher." * "I tell parents, 'Wouldn't you rather them learn what it's like to fail and how to deal with that now versus when they are an adults and the stakes are much higher?'"  Lauren shares five strategies for teens and parents that are challenging, but they will have a big impact if they are consistently put into practice.  Lauren chose Colossians 3:23 as a helpful "fight verse" for teen who are in the muck of achievement culture. It reads, "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart as working for the Lord and not human masters."Send me a COMMENT or QUESTION!THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! Have a comment about this episode? Click HERE and complete the form.

To kick off season 7 of the Challenges Won't Stop Me podcast, adolescent and young adult counselor Lauren Buice at Rise Therapy in Roswell, GA is joining me to discuss the challenge of achievement culture, specifically as it relates to teens who desire to further their education in college. Type "achievement culture in teens" into Google, and 357,00 results populate within seconds. That is a significant number. As I perused the topics and clicked on several, very few of those articles or blog posts shared any positive outcomes of achievement culture in teens. That is concerning! Throughout this interview, Lauren shared research and statistics regarding achievement culture in teens which she learned about in Jennifer Breheny Wallace's book, Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic and What We Can Do About It. Notable quotes from this episode with Lauren Buice:  "Achievement culture is basically this mindset . . . their self-worth, their identity is tied to what they achieve. Anything like that becomes central to who they are. And it leads to a lot of comparison and low self-esteem. We're seeing ties between achievement culture, and kids that are overachievers and driven by that, and things like anxiety, depression, and substance abuse." ". . . the people that feel they are truly happy are the people that are surrounded by really healthy relationships. They feel like they matter to people . . . we have to matter on the inside - who we are at our core - more than just what we can accomplish." "We need to raise compassionate humans. We need to raise good citizens, not just high achieving ones." "They matter to God. Their identity is in Christ. It'snot in all these external things." Send me a COMMENT or QUESTION!THANK YOU FOR LISTENING! Have a comment about this episode? Click HERE and complete the form.

On today's show, we listen in on a very timely community conversation hosted on January 14th, 2025 with the Oberlin Club of Washington, DC, focused on the question: "Why is the working-class leaving the Democratic Party?" The conversation featured remarks by Les Leopold, Executive Director of The Labor Institute, and a 1969 graduate of Oberlin College. You can watch the full event and see the slides at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThOll28AuYY In assessing the 2024 elections, many voters are asking: has the working-class abandoned the Democratic Party? If so, why? What does that tell us about the views of working people and what does that suggest about the Party and its future? There are two major theories to account for the extensive working-class shift to the Republicans since 1996. One argument rooted in social issues is that working-class resentment against women, immigrants, LBGTQ+ communities and other ""woke"" concerns has resulted in an embrace of right-wing candidates whose supporters Hillary Clinton once termed "a basket of deplorables". The other theory is that economic issues like job insecurity, stagnant wages and declining prospects for the future have pushed workers away from the Democrats. What does the data reveal? Les Leopold offers an assessment based on findings in his latest book "Wall Street's War on Workers: How Mass Layoffs and Greed Are Destroying the Working Class and What to Do About It." Les Leopold co-founded and currently directs The Labor Institute, a non-profit organization that designs research and educational programs on occupational safety and health, the environment and economics for unions, workers centers and community organizations. In addition to "Wall Street's War on Workers," he is the author of "Defiant German, Defiant Jew"; "Runaway Inequality"; "How to Make a Million Dollars an Hour: Why Financial Elites get away with siphoning off America's Wealth"; "The Looting of America: How Wall Street's Game of Fantasy Finance destroyed our Jobs, Pensions and Prosperity, and What We Can Do About It"; and "The Man Who Hated Work and Loved Labor: The Life and Times of Tony Mazzocchi." Les graduated from Oberlin with a degree in Government and earned an MPA from Princeton University's School of Public and International Affairs. On Truth to Power each week, we gather people from around the community to discuss the state of the world, the nation, the state, and the city! It's a community conversation like you won't hear anywhere else! Truth to Power airs every Friday at 9pm, Saturday at 11am, and Sunday at 4pm on Louisville's grassroots, community radio station, Forward Radio 106.5fm WFMP and live streams at https://forwardradio.org

Nancy Fraser discusses her understanding of capitalism as an integrated social order and explores its implications for envisioning a desirable postcapitalism.   --- If you are interested in democratic economic planning, these resources might be of help: Democratic planning – an information website https://www.democratic-planning.com/ Sorg, C. & Groos, J. (eds.)(2025). Rethinking Economic Planning. Competition & Change Special Issue Volume 29 Issue 1. https://journals.sagepub.com/toc/ccha/29/1   Groos, J. & Sorg, C. (2025). Creative Construction - Democratic Planning in the 21st Century and Beyond. Bristol University Press. https://bristoluniversitypress.co.uk/creative-construction International Network for Democratic Economic Planning https://www.indep.network/ Democratic Planning Research Platform: https://www.planningresearch.net/ Democratic Planning Forum: https://forum.democratic-planning.com/ --- Shownotes Remarque Institute https://as.nyu.edu/research-centers/remarque.html Nancy Fraser at The New School for Social Research: https://www.newschool.edu/nssr/faculty/nancy-fraser/ Fraser, N. (2023). Cannibal Capitalism: How our System is Devouring Democracy, Care, and the Planet and What We Can Do About It. Verso Books. https://www.versobooks.com/products/2685-cannibal-capitalism?srsltid=AfmBOopHZ8reXaCDUToeZsbdoTqnXb-wbejQdYin2J_bsa9tAu36oQCQ Ivkovic, M., & Zaric, Z. (2024). Nancy Fraser and Politics. Edinburgh University Press. https://edinburghuniversitypress.com/book-nancy-fraser-and-politics.html Fraser, N., & Jaeggi, R. (2023). Capitalism: A Conversation in Critical Theory. Verso Books. https://www.versobooks.com/products/2867-capitalism Fraser, N. (2022) Benjamin Lecture 3 – Class beyond Class (Video) https://youtu.be/jf6laSf6Eko?si=iWL-Za4pPPwF0xvb on social differentiation as discussed in sociology: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Differentiation_(sociology) Rodney, W. (2018). How Europe underdeveloped Africa. Verso Books. https://www.versobooks.com/products/788-how-europe-underdeveloped-africa?srsltid=AfmBOoqKZ6g4j8UpPJD6qC5yEmKuP0h6sFTvcEX5qjBF7CtPSzedUtcP on Marx's account of surplus value: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surplus_value Robaszkiewicz, M. & Weinman, M. (2023) Hannah Arendt and Politics. Edinburgh University Press. https://edinburghuniversitypress.com/book-hannah-arendt-and-politics.html Vančura, M. (2011) Polanyi's Great Transformation and the concept of the embedded economoy. IES Occasional Paper No. 2/2011 https://www.econstor.eu/bitstream/10419/83289/1/668400315.pdf Elson, D. (2015). Value: The Representation of Labour in Capitalism. Verso Books. https://www.versobooks.com/products/159-value?srsltid=AfmBOooSko5DiXwMNN2NjSay4BP4n9cM-4y53r7G90VPbvE6itl5rxKT Robertson, J. (2017) The Life and Death of Yugoslav Socialism. Jacobin. https://jacobin.com/2017/07/yugoslav-socialism-tito-self-management-serbia-balkans Moore, J. W. (2015). Capitalism in the web of life: Ecology and the accumulation of capital. Verso Books. https://www.versobooks.com/products/74-capitalism-in-the-web-of-life Patel, R., & Moore, J. W. (2018). A History of the World in Seven Cheap Things: A Guide to Capitalism, Nature, and the Future of the Planet. Verso Books. https://www.versobooks.com/products/817-a-history-of-the-world-in-seven-cheap-things?srsltid=AfmBOoqMnr0nAUfdHOxlQPTXsnGfQtMkDKgFtJsMQ3mtk7Jcyd3Wjqko Brand, U., & Wissen, M. (2021). The Imperial Mode of Living: Everyday Life and the Ecological Crisis of Capitalism. Verso Books. https://www.versobooks.com/products/916-the-imperial-mode-of-living?srsltid=AfmBOopUs15MsSgvJ7TRVfwmo330sHvjQIAST_UymD-90i3VIfCw6vg8 Bates, T. R. (1975) Gramsci and the Theory of Hegemony. Journal of the History of Ideas Vol. 36 No. 2. https://www.jstor.org/stable/2708933 Bois, W. E. B. Du. (1935). Black Reconstruction. An Essay toward a History of the Part which Black Folk played in the Attempt to Reconstruct Democracy in America, 1860-1880. Harcourt, Brace and Company. https://cominsitu.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/w-e-b-du-bois-black-reconstruction-an-essay-toward-a-history-of-the-part-which-black-folk-played-in-the-attempt-to-reconstruct-democracy-2.pdf Trotsky, L. (1938) The Transitional Program. Bulletin of the Opposition. https://www.marxists.org/archive/trotsky/1938/tp/ Morris, W. (1890) News from Nowhere. Commonweal. https://www.marxists.org/archive/morris/works/1890/nowhere/nowhere.htm Hayek, F. A. von. (1945). The Use of Knowledge in Society. The American Economic Review, 35(4). https://www.cato.org/sites/cato.org/files/articles/hayek-use-knowledge-society.pdf Schliesser, E. (2020) On Foucault on 17 January 1979 On the Market's Role (as site) of Veridiction (III) Digressions & Impressions Blog. https://digressionsnimpressions.typepad.com/digressionsimpressions/2020/06/on-foucault-on-17-january-1979-on-the-markets-role-as-site-of-veridiction-iii.html Foucault, M. (2008). The Birth of Biopolitics: Lectures at the Collège De France, 1978-1979. Palgrave Macmillan. https://1000littlehammers.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/birth_of_biopolitics.pdf Marx, K. (1973) Grundrisse: Foundations of the Critique of Political Economy. Penguin. https://www.marxists.org/archive/marx/works/download/pdf/grundrisse.pdf on Bernard Mandeville and “Private Vice, Public Virtue”: https://iep.utm.edu/mandevil/ Kaufmann, F. (1959) John Dewey's Theory of Inquiry. The Journal of Philosophy, Vol. 56, No. 21. https://www.jstor.org/stable/2022592 on Habermas: https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/habermas/ on “Neurath's boat”: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neurath%27s_boat   Future Histories Episodes on Related Topics S03E24 | Grace Blakeley on Capitalist Planning and its Alternatives https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s03/e24-grace-blakeley-on-capitalist-planning-and-its-alternatives/ S03E19 | Wendy Brown on Socialist Governmentality https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s03/e19-wendy-brown-on-socialist-governmentality/ S03E04 | Tim Platenkamp on Republican Socialism, General Planning and Parametric Control https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s03/e04-tim-platenkamp-on-republican-socialism-general-planning-and-parametric-control/ S03E03 | Planning for Entropy on Sociometabolic Planning https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s03/e03-planning-for-entropy-on-sociometabolic-planning/ S03E02 | George Monbiot on Public Luxury https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s03/e02-george-monbiot-on-public-luxury/ S02E51 | Silvia Federici on Progress, Reproduction and Commoning https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s02/e51-silvia-federici-on-progress-reproduction-and-commoning/ S02E33 | Pat Devine on Negotiated Coordination https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s02/e33-pat-devine-on-negotiated-coordination/ S03E23 | Andreas Malm on Overshooting into Climate Breakdown https://www.futurehistories.today/episoden-blog/s03/e23-andreas-malm-on-overshooting-into-climate-breakdown/   Future Histories Contact & Support If you like Future Histories, please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/join/FutureHistories Contact: office@futurehistories.today Twitter: https://twitter.com/FutureHpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futurehpodcast/ Mastodon: https://mstdn.social/@FutureHistories English webpage: https://futurehistories-international.com Episode Keywords #NancyFraser, #JanGroos, #Podcast, #Socialism, #PostCapitalism, #Capitalism, #MarketPower, #Markets, #EconomicDemocracy, #PatDevine, #WorkingClass, #WelfareState, #CriticalTheory, #Markets, #Veridiction, #Foucault, #Governmentality, #Care, #CareWork, #Labour, #Labor, #Race, #Imperialism, #DemocraticPlanning, #EconomicPlanning, #SocialReproduction, #PostcapitalistReproduction, #Ecology, #FutureHistoriesInternational, #Boundaries, #CannibalCapitalism, #Socialism  

From Ponzi schemes to email phishing identity thieves, the world can seem full of people who want to deceive us. Daniel Simons, PhD, and Christopher Chabris, PhD, co-authors of Nobody's Fool: Why We Get Taken In and What We Can Do About It, talk about the cognitive habits that put us at risk of believing lies; famous frauds and cons from the worlds of business, science, and competitive chess; and what you can do to protect yourself, and your wallet, by spotting scammers before it's too late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Les Leopold is the co-founder and executive director of the Labor Institute. He is a graduate of Oberlin College and the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University.[1]Books[edit]Wall Street's War on Workers: How Mass Layoffs and Greed Are Destroying the Working Class and What to Do About It (2024)[2]Runaway Inequality: An Activist's Guide to Economic Justice (Labor Institute Press, 2015)[3]How to Make a Million Dollars an Hour: Why Financial Elites Get Away With Siphoning off America's Wealth (John Wiley and Sons, 2013)[4]The Looting of America: How Wall Street's Game of Fantasy Finance destroyed our Jobs, Pensions and Prosperity, and What We Can Do About It (Chelsea Green Publishing, 2009)[5]The Man Who Hated Work and Loved Labor: The Life and Times of Tony Mazzocchi (Chelsea Green Publishing, 2006)[6][7][8][9][10][11][12]We talk politics, policy and economics. This covers deregulation to the opiods cisis. It's a little doomy, but if the world listens to us, we may just preserve the union.

In this episode Sharona sits down with Dr. Josh Eyler, Director of Faculty Development at the University of Mississippi and author of the new book Failing our Future: How Grades Harm Students and What We Can Do About It. Join us as we talk about the book, about change efforts at the classroom, department, college and institutional levels, and what individual instructors can do to lead change efforts.LinksPlease note - any books linked here are likely Amazon Associates links. Clicking on them and purchasing through them helps support the show. Thanks for your support!Failing Our Future: How Grades Harm Students, and What We Can Do about ItResourcesThe Center for Grading Reform - seeking to advance education in the United States by supporting effective grading reform at all levels through conferences, educational workshops, professional development, research and scholarship, influencing public policy, and community building.The Grading Conference - an annual, online conference exploring Alternative Grading in Higher Education & K-12.Some great resources to educate yourself about Alternative Grading:The Grading for Growth BlogThe Grading ConferenceThe Intentional Academia BlogRecommended Books on Alternative Grading:Grading for Growth, by Robert Talbert and David ClarkSpecifications Grading, by Linda NilsenUndoing the Grade, by Jesse StommelFollow us on Bluesky, Facebook and Instagram - @thegradingpod. To leave us a comment, please go to our website: www.thegradingpod.com and leave a comment on this episode's page.If you would like to be considered to be a guest on this show, please reach out using the Contact Us form on our website, www.thegradingpod.com.All content of this podcast and website are solely the opinions of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily represent the views of California State University Los Angeles or the Los Angeles Unified School District.MusicCountry Rock

Are our kids buckling under the pressure of academics and sports? Achievement culture flows downstream from ambitious parents who are looking to “future proof” their kids. It comes from a place of love, but comes at the steep cost of mental health challenges. [Episode 79] Jennifer Wallace is a journalist, mother and author of the book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It. Learn more about Jennifer: Jennifer's Book, "Never Enough": https://www.amazon.com/Never-Enough-Achievement-Culture-Toxic/dp/0593191862 Jennifer's Website: https://www.jenniferbwallace.com/articles Jennifer's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferbrehenywallace/?hl=en —-JOIN OUR GROUP COACHING COHORTS:Are you looking to ask deep, introspective and provocative questions about your own life (with Khe and likeminded peers)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠—-BECOME A RADREADER: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join 50,000+ ambitious professionals⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for our weekly essays on productivity, money and career.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

This episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast is a conversation with Jennifer Wallace, author of the book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic- and What We Can Do About It. We cover how putting less pressure on our kids will actually lead to better outcomes in the long run, and how to actually go about implementing this approach in our homes.   We talk about: 4:45 Separating self worth from achievements 9:35 How to minimize criticism and prioritize affection 12:00 Why “good schools” don't matter as much as people think 14:00 Why feeling like you “matter” is most important 17:37 How to not put pressure on little kids 24:00 How to help parents redefine success 36:00 How to make kids feel worthy no matter what 38:33 How to notice the signals you are sending your kids   Download the episode transcript HERE    Resources mentioned in this episode: Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic- and What We Can Do About It https://amzn.to/48ZSDk7  https://www.jenniferbwallace.com/ IG @jenniferbreheneywallace   Connect with Sarah Rosensweet:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup Website: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com   Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/peacefulparenting  Newsletter: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com/newsletter  Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php   

Think raising teens is tough? Try doing it in a world where achievement pressure is as relentless as your kid's TikTok scrolling. In this episode, we're joined by Jennifer Wallace, an award-winning journalist and author of the New York Times bestseller Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic -- and What We Can Do About It. And she sheds light on why “mattering” matters and how the cult of toxic achievement messes with our kids' self-worth. We explore how a touch of curiosity in your parenting can help you understand what's really going on and how to navigate teacher relationships without needing a degree in diplomacy. We also tackle how teens can thrive in healthy competition and recognize when envy turns toxic. Plus, we break down how achievement pressure messes with their heads through negativity bias and why building your own resilience is crucial for their sake. So join us for practical, relatable insights to help you go from barely surviving to truly thriving in this high-stakes parenting game. Resources We Shared: Join our newsletter! Get connected to No Guilt Mom and get our Stop Doing Checklist absolutely FREE, so you can start taking tasks off your plate today! Learn more about Jennifer HERE! On Our Best Behavior: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Price Women Pay to Be Good by Elise Loehnen  The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture by Gabor Maté MD No Guilt Mom Podcast Episode 304: How to Go from Rejected to Accepted: Your Toolkit for College Admissions Success with Eric Tipler, MA  No Guilt Mom Podcast Episode 147: Why You Need Healthy Anxiety vs. Unhealthy Anxiety with Dr. Lisa Damour Join our FREE No Guilt Mom Podcast group Visit No Guilt Mom Check out our No Guilt Mom Amazon Shop with recommended books and books from today's podcast guest HERE! Rate & Review the No Guilt Mom Podcast on Apple here. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the podcast! Listen on Spotify? You can rate us there too! Check out our favorite deals and discounts from our amazing sponsors here! #parentingtips, #parentingpodast, #achievement #achievementpressure, #pressure, #teens, #competition, #healthy relationships, #kids #middleschool #parentingporblems #mentalhealth #toxicachievement Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heather Matthews (D. Min. Fuller Seminary) is the doctor of ministry program manager at Wheaton College Graduate School. She has also worked as a pastor, church planter, nonprofit leader, and a global worker. She is the author of Confronting Sexism in the Church: How We Got Here and What We Can Do About It, an IVP publication.

It has been six years since Warren Farrell and John Gray published their groundbreaking book, “The Boy Crisis: Why Our Boys Are Struggling and What We Can Do About It.”A prominent feminist for many years, Farrell shifted his focus when he started noticing major gaps in the conversation about men and women's issues. He's written multiple books, including “The Myth of Male Power” and “Why Men Earn More.”In “The Boy Crisis,” the authors detailed how boys have been falling behind in many key metrics of success and happiness. Boys dropped out from school at higher rates, died from suicide and drug overdoses at higher rates, and committed school shootings at higher rates than girls.In this interview, I wanted to get an update from Farrell on where things have progressed since they wrote their book.We also dive into some key wisdom for strengthening relationships and communication from his latest book “Role Mate to Soul Mate,” in which he compiles his findings from decades of counseling couples.Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and the guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.

Jennifer Breheny Wallace is an award-winning journalist and author of the instant New York Times bestselling book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic – and What We Can Do About It. Her forthcoming book Mattering in the Modern World: A Solution for the Crises of Our Time is based on five years of research and an original global mattering survey. Wallace is the founder of The Mattering Institute, whose mission is to create cultures of mattering in homes, workplaces, and communities, and co-founder of The Mattering Movement, a nonprofit whose mission is to create cultures of mattering in schools. We were thrilled to share a conversation recently with Jennifer and learn more about her important work and writing. We would highly recommend you grab a copy of her books. Never Enough continues to be so important as we raise kids to value character more than success, AND every one of us who loves a kid wants them to not only know but experience how much they matter. You're going to want to take notes for this one. We're so grateful for this rich conversation with our new friend, Jennifer B. Wallace. . . . . . Grab a copy of Are My Kids on Track? to follow along with us through the season! Sign up to receive the monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Go behind the scenes and watch our podcast on YouTube! Download a copy of the Raising Boys and Girls Feelings Chart. Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at raisingboysandgirls.com. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise with us form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Note: This is a rebroadcast.Nietzsche's maxim, "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger," isn't just a sound philosophical principle. It's also a certifiable physiological phenomenon; toxins and stressors that could be deadly in large doses, actually improve health and resilience in smaller, intermittent ones. The ironic thing, my guest points out, is that it's the fact that we're not getting enough of this sublethal stress these days that's really doing us in.Paul Taylor is a former British Royal Navy Aircrew Officer, an exercise physiologist, nutritionist, and neuroscientist, and the author of Death by Comfort: How Modern Life is Killing Us and What We Can Do About It. Today on the show, Paul discusses the science of hormesis, how small doses of intermittent stress can make us more resistant to chronic stress, and why you need to embrace what Paul calls "discomfort harvesting." We talk about some now-familiar topics like fasting and cold and heat exposure with fresh inspiration as to how important they are to practice and how to do them effectively. We discuss how hot a sauna needs to be to get the benefits of heat exposure, Paul's suggestion for how to make an ice bath on the cheap, what may be the single best type of food to eat to improve your gut's microbiome, a form of fasting that's got anti-cancer benefits but is so accessible it won't even feel like fasting, what supplement to take to mitigate the effects of a bad night's sleep, and much more. We end our conversation with how to use what Paul calls a "ritual board" to stick with your healthy habits and resist the "soft underbelly" of modern life.Resources Related to the PodcastAoMPodcast #708: Overcome the Comfort CrisisAoM article/video on the benefits of cold showersAoM Podcast #801: The Cold Water Swim CureAoM Podcast #603: The Physical Keys to Human ResilienceAoM Article: How Saunas Can Help Save Your Body, Mind, and SpiritAoM Article: How to Sauna — All the FAQsAoM Podcast #585: Inflammation, Saunas, and the New Science of DepressionAoM Podcast #862: Heal the Body With Extended FastingAoM Podcast #328: The Pros and Cons of Intermittent FastingAoM Podcast #581: The Tiny Habits That Change EverythingAoM Podcast #425: Action Over FeelingsThe NOVA Food Classification SystemStanford study on the effect of fiber and fermented food on the microbiomeResearch on creatine as a neurotransmitter and creatine's effect on brain health (including impact when sleep deprived)Connect With PaulTaylorPaul's websitePaul on IGPaul on LinkedInPaul's podcastPaul's mental fitness course for coaches and health professionals

It has now been over a year since Israel embarked on its genocidal campaign in Gaza. In that time, hundreds of thousands of Palestinians have been killed or injured. Furnishing Israel with more than just diplomatic cover, Western governments have kept up a steady supply of military aid and equipment, actively enabling the wholesale slaughter of Palestinians. Our governments' complicity cannot be ignored or overstated.  At the heart of questions around how and why Britain and the US are continuing to arm Israel lies the international arms trade. Thinking more about how this corrupting, deadly industry operates, and how we might resist it, is vital - something that Palestinians understand only too well: one year ago, Palestinian trade unions reiterated their urgent global call to action, imploring workers across the world to halt the sale of weapons to Israel. We are joined on the show by Ahmed Alnaouq, Andrew Feinstein and Anna Stavrianakis, to discuss how weapons sales to Israel function as a direct expression of state policy; how the arms industry corrupts our own democratic political processes; and the socio-economic opportunity cost of our governments' commitment to militarism. We also talk about the direct impact these weapons have had on life in Gaza, long before October 7th 2023; and the work that We Are Not Numbers is doing to give young Palestinians agency through sharing their stories. --- Ahmed Alnaouq is a former Palestinian diplomat who served in the Palestinian Mission to the UK. He is the co-founder of We Are Not Numbers, which empowers Palestinian youth to share their stories globally. Ahmed holds a masters degree in International Journalism from Leeds University, and his work has been featured in media outlets including the Washington Post, the New Arab, and Gulf News. Andrew Feinstein is the executive director of Shadow World Investigations. Andrew resigned as an African National Congress (ANC) Member of Parliament in South Africa in 2001, in protest at the government's refusal to investigate corruption in a $10 billion arms deal. His first book, After the Party, reveals the impact of this deal. He also wrote the critically acclaimed book The Shadow World: Inside the Global Arms Trade, and worked on an award-winning feature documentary, Shadow World. Anna Stavrianakis is director of research and strategy at Shadow World Investigations, and Professor of International Relations at the University of Sussex. Ahmed, Andrew and Anna are all contributors to the new book, Monstrous Anger of the Guns: How the Global Arms Trade is Ruining the World and What We Can Do About It, which is available now from Pluto Press.

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Host Tiokasin Ghosthorse talks with Max Wilbert, a frequent guest and friend of "First Voices Radio." Max is a writer and biocentric community organizer. He has been part of grassroots political work for 20 years and is the founder of Protect Thacker Pass. Max is the author of two books, most recently "Bright Green Lies: How The Environmental Movement Lost Its Way and What We Can Do About It," published by Monkfish in 2021. He is currently studying for a Masters in Degrowth. Max's work has been featured on CNN, The New York Times, NPR, Le Monde, BBC and elsewhere.Tiokasin and Max discuss Max's Sept. 15, 2024 column, "Alternative Cultures Are Beautiful and Important. They're Also Not Enough." Find Max's column on his Substack (Biocentric with Max Wilbert): https://maxwilbert.substack.com/p/alternative-cultures-are-beautiful. And check out Max's new website, Protect the Coast PNW: https://www.protectthecoastpnw.org/Production Credits:Tiokasin Ghosthorse (Lakota), Host and Executive ProducerLiz Hill (Red Lake Ojibwe), ProducerTiokasin Ghosthorse, Audio EditorKevin Richardson, Podcast EditorMusic Selections:1. Song Title: Tahi Roots Mix (First Voices Radio Theme Song)Artist: Moana and the Moa HuntersAlbum: Tahi (1993)Label: Southside Records (Australia and New Zealand)2. Song Title: Shine on You Crazy Diamond (Guitar Solo Intro)Artist: Pink FloydAlbum: Wish You Were Here (1975)Label: Harvest (UK), Columbia/CBS (US)3. Song Title: Fool's OvertureArtist: SupertrampAlbum: Even in the Quietest Moments (1977)Label: A&M Records4. Song Title: Ball and ChainArtist: Xavier RuddAlbum: Jan Juc Moon (2022)Label: Virgin Music Label and Adult Services Australia (P&D)AKANTU INTELLIGENCE Visit Akantu Intelligence, an institute that Tiokasin founded with a mission of contextualizing original wisdom for troubled times. Go to https://akantuintelligence.org to find out more and consider joining his Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/Ghosthorse

If education had a Hippocratic Oath - First, do no harm - grades and grading would be among the first practices on the chopping block. And in the conversation about grades and grading in school, there are any number of books and blogs educators can look to for figuring out how to de-grade, un-grade, Hack Assessment, and so on, to mitigate the harm grading causes. After all, as these books and blogs reveal, it's a system educators have a surprising amount of control over. But what about parents who see it weighing on their own kids and young people who feel the weight of the grading system themselves? How do we communicate the real consequences of grades and grading, especially on youth mental health, and the need for change to those on the outside looking in? And what can parents do to help kids who are navigating outmoded grading systems?“Supporting a child who is trying to navigate an educational system that privileges grades and achievement begins, simply, with compassion and love,” my guest today writes, “When children believe that their worth as human beings has nothing to do with the grades they receive, and when they know that the love of their family comes without conditions, they are better able to cope with the negative messages that grades can so often send.”Just one of many powerful lines from my guest, Joshua Eyler, who runs the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning and is a clinical assistant professor of teacher education at the University of Mississippi. His latest book is absolutely full of insight for people trying to change the system, we're talking about Failing Our Future: How Grades Harm Students, and What We Can Do About It, currently available from Johns Hopkins University Press.Failing Our Future Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Harvard survey found that 44% of Gen Z young adults feel like they don't matter to others and 34% reported loneliness.  A Gallup survey found that 31% of Gen Zers ages 12 to 26 often don't feel loved, 35% often don't feel supported, and 30% always or often feel like nobody knows them well.  While these statistics are alarming, thankfully there is a movement working to address this crisis. In this episode, Leslie speaks with Dr. Sarah Bennison.  Dr. Bennison is the CEO and Co-Founder of The Mattering Movement.   Dr. Sarah Bennison is an educational leader, activist, and founder of Trinity School (NYC) Office of Public Service, a thought leading service-learning initiative engaging students, faculty, families and alumni in ongoing, meaningful community engagement work and social impact curriculum. She started her career in New York City public schools in the South Bronx and has more than twenty-five years of teaching and leadership experience. She is also an adjunct professor at New York University. Dr. Bennison co-founded the Mattering Movement along with journalist Jennie Wallace who is the author of bestselling book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It, two other remarkable women, Kimberly Kravis and Kim Towner.  The Mattering Movement is working to address the pandemic of loneliness and despair that is plaguing our children and adolescents today.   Dr. Bennison and Leslie talk about this crisis facing our kids and what you can do to help your children and even yourselves develop a happier more fulfilled life – a life that “matters”. This is an episode you will not want to miss… If you enjoy the show, please rate and review. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @TheInterviewWithLeslie. A new podcast is released every Wednesday." 

September is Perimenopause Awareness Month! And we are diving into all things perimenopause and menopause.How do policies and laws impact women's rights during perimenopause and menopause in the workplace? In this episode of Our Womanity with Dr. Rachel Pope, we delve into this important issue with expert guests Naomi R. Cahn, the Justice Anthony M. Kennedy Distinguished Professor of Law, and the Nancy L. Buc '69 Research Professor in Democracy and Equity at the University of Virginia School of Law. Naomi is the author of numerous books, including Fair Shake (2024). Joining the conversation is Emily Gold Waldman, Associate Dean for Faculty Development and Professor of Law at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University.Along with Bridget J. Crawford, a University Distinguished Professor at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University, who is the co-author, with Emily Gold Waldman, of Menstruation Matters (2022), among other publications, the three women recently published the book “Hot Flash How the Law Ignores Menopause and What We Can Do About It”, set out to replace the silence surrounding menopause with a deeper understanding.Hot Flash explores the cultural stereotypes associated with menopause and examines how menopause is handled in both law and medicine. The book positions menopause as one of several key stages in a person's reproductive life. Using U.S. legislation around pregnancy and breastfeeding as a framework, the authors propose updates to workplace policies and laws that would include menopause. Their work invites us to envision a legal landscape that promotes a more equitable future for all.Order your copy of Hot Flash: How the Law Ignores Menopause and What We Can Do About It, available through Stanford University Press.Featured in this episode: Millions of women are working during menopause, but US law isn't clear on employees' rights or employers' obligations Menopause treatments can help with hot flashes and other symptoms – but many people aren't aware of the latest advances Follow us on social media: Instagram: @drrpope TikTok: @vulvadoctor Twitter: @drrpope LinkedInWant more from Our Womanity?If you enjoyed this episode of Our Womanity, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review. Your feedback helps us continue to bring you engaging and empowering content.

How do you currently help your teen distinguish between reliable and unreliable sources of information online? Have you noticed your teen questioning claims they hear on social media, and how do you guide them through those conversations? In this episode of Power Your Parenting: Moms with Teens, Colleen O'Grady interviews Alex Edmonds, author of May Contain Lies: How Stories, Statistics, and Studies Exploit Our Biases and What We Can Do About It. Together, they discuss the growing challenge of misinformation and how it impacts teens in today's world. Edmonds breaks down how teens are vulnerable to false claims online and what parents can do to help them navigate this complex digital landscape. Alex Edmans is Professor of Finance at London Business School. His TED talk "What to Trust in a Post-Truth World" has been viewed two million times; he has also spoken at the World Economic Forum, Davos, and the UK Parliament. In 2013, he was awarded tenure at the Wharton School, and in 2021, he was named MBA Professor of the Year by Poets&Quants. Edmans writes regularly for the Wall Street Journal, the Financial Times, and Harvard Business Review. His first book, Grow the Pie, was a Financial Times Book of the Year. He is a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences.  The rise of social media and online platforms has made teens more vulnerable to misinformation, as they are frequently exposed to unverified information. Like adults, teens are susceptible to confirmation bias, meaning they gravitate toward information that aligns with their existing beliefs, which makes it harder for them to analyze opposing views critically. Their tendency toward black-and-white thinking further complicates matters, as they often see the world in absolutes, making them more likely to fall for exaggerated or simplistic claims. Teaching teens to engage in critical thinking, question the evidence behind the information they encounter, and assess sources is essential in combating misinformation. Parents play a vital role in this process by fostering an open dialogue, encouraging curiosity, and creating a home environment where critical thinking is valued. In a world dominated by social media influencers and viral content, misinformation spreads rapidly, especially when it taps into teens' cultural identities or trusted public figures, making parental guidance even more important. Find out more at maycontainlies.com Follow on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/aedmans/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The past 50 to 60 years have seen a RAPID increase of health issues since the food industry started making foods more ADDICTIVE and "easy". In this episode I share how that has happened and WHAT WE CAN DO ABOUT IT! God's plan for our bodies isn't complicated, expensive or unachievable. It's simply about educating ourselves on WHAT our bodies need, HOW to implement it and having the PATIENCE to create the healthy habit of eating whole foods to THRIVE!  In this episode I share tips and tricks on how to start eating more whole foods for overall health and how to make it a simple lifestyle!  ENJOY the abundance that God has created with me, sister! Scripture mentioned: John 10:10 Genesis 1PSalm 104:14-15 Galatians 6:9Links referenced: Join my six week roundCrispy Smashed potato recipe Chicken thighs in the Instant Pot I am always love to connect with you!Don't hesitate to reach out!Personal Instagram: @racheljmitchellPodcast Instagram: @livingonmissionpodEmail: rachel@racheljmitchell.com

Kelsi talks with Pastor Matt Popovits about his forthcoming book, Junk Drawer Jesus: Discarding Your Spiritual Clutter and Rediscovering the Supremacy of Grace. Matt details some of the most common misconceptions people tend to have about who God is (and what that means about them), including the ways we measure our spirituality, how we try and find our identity in our work, and that we falsely assume that happiness should be our ultimate aim in life.  Matt Popovits currently serves as Lead Pastor of St. Mark Houston, in Houston, Texas. Matt is a graduate of both Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, MO and of the University of Michigan-Flint department of Theatre and Dance. He and his high school sweetheart, Lisa, have two children: Ava Elise and Jack Matthew.  Show Notes: ⁠Support 1517⁠ ⁠1517 Podcasts⁠ ⁠The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts⁠ ⁠1517 on Youtube⁠ More from Kelsi: ⁠Kelsi Klembara⁠ ⁠ Follow Kelsi on Instagram⁠ ⁠Follow Kelsi on Twitter⁠ ⁠Kelsi's Newsletter⁠ Subscribe to the Show: Apple Podcasts⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠Youtube⁠ More from Matt and the Show: Preorder Junk Drawer Jesus Follow Matt on Instagram Make it Simple Ministries Matt's Church, St. Mark Houston Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It by Jennifer Breheny Wallace

On episode 659 of the 40+ Fitness Podcast, we meet Dr. Stewart Lonky and discuss his book, Outsmarting Obesity: A Doctor Reveals Why We Gain Weight, Why It Matters, and What We Can Do About It. You can find the full show notes at 40plusfitnesspodcast.com/659.

In this episode of Trending in Education, host Mike Palmer sits down with Dr. Joshua R. Eyler, author of Failing Our Future: How Grades Harm Students and What We Can Do About It. We dive deep into the complex world of grading systems and their impact on students' learning and well-being. Dr. Eyler, who directs the Center for Teaching and Learning at the University of Mississippi, shares his journey from English professor to educational researcher. We explore the historical context of grading, its unintended consequences, and the growing movement for grading reform. Our conversation covers a wide range of topics, including: The psychological impact of grades on students' motivation and mental health How traditional grading systems can reinforce societal inequities Alternative assessment methods, such as standards-based grading and portfolio assessments The challenges of institutional change in education The role of grades in the evolving landscape of work and artificial intelligence Key takeaways: Grades often hinder the natural learning process and can contribute to mental health issues among students. There's a growing movement towards alternative grading systems that prioritize learning over evaluation. Rethinking grading practices could better prepare students for the future of work, which demands creativity and risk-taking. Whether you're an educator, parent, or simply interested in the future of education, this episode offers valuable insights into how we might reimagine assessment to better serve learners and society. Subscribe where you get your pods. Video versions now live on Youtube and Spotify.

In this episode, we sit down with Curtis Butler, a former finance executive turned career coach for young professionals. Curtis shares how his experiences as a dad have shaped his approach to mentoring, focusing on authenticity, growth, and the power of seeing people for who they truly are. From helping recent graduates launch meaningful careers to raising two daughters, Curtis offers wisdom that spans both professional and personal development."Compartmentalization is one of the best skills you can possibly learn, whether you have a sick child or a parent who's struggling and aging, or you just had a fight with your wife." — Curtis Butler In this episode, you will:Learn how Curtis transitioned from a successful finance career to pursue his passion for mentoring.Discover the value of embracing challenges in both parenting and leadership.Hear about the lessons Curtis has gained from mentoring 20-somethings in today's rapidly changing world.Understand why listening and asking the right questions are the foundation of meaningful mentorship.Explore the connection between Curtis' personal growth as a dad and his coaching philosophy.Tune in to gain insights from a dad who's not just making a difference at home, but also guiding the next generation toward success. Don't miss this episode!Resources:Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It by Jennifer Breheny Wallace Connect with Curtis Butler:LinkedIn WebsiteConnect with Cam Hall:WebsiteDads Making A Difference Connection CallFacebookInstagramTwitterLinkedInYouTubeEmail - cam@dmdpodcast.comWant to join a holistic group coaching call with Cam? - Send him a message on Instagram @dadsmakingadifference

In a wide-ranging discussion about grades and grading, Dr. Joshua Eyler discusses how grades are harming our learners and what we can do to help minimize that harm. We talk about the history of grades and how the current interval letter grade system came to prominence, the stress that grades cause students and the way that stress is exacerbating the mental health crisis. And we discuss alternative grading models under the umbrella of ungrading–along with clarifying what that term really means. Key Takeaways:Our current interval letter grade system wasn't developed because it was the best way to document student learning or engagement, it came into being because of the need for administrative efficiency. Given our role in the development of the transcript, registrars should take a lead role in helping think through What Comes Next after grades. Grades are excellent extrinsic motivators. Unfortunately extrinsic motivation is only good if the goal is compliance. If we want our students to engage in their learning, we need to shift the focus to intrinsic motivation by employing alternative assessment methods or “collaborative grading” models. We are in the midst of a significant period of grade reform. Registrars should leverage this opportunity to participate in and lead conversations at our institutions about alternative forms of assessment.  Host:Doug McKenna, University RegistrarGeorge Mason Universitycmckenn@gmu.edu Guests:Josh Eyler, Director of Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning Clinical Assistant Professor of Teacher EducationUniversity of Mississippijreyler@olemiss.edu Website References and Additional Information:AACRAO Core Competencies - Leadership & ManagementAACRAO Professional Proficiencies - Records and Academic ServicesFailing Our Future: How Grades Harm Students, and What We Can Do About It by Josh EylerHow Humans Learn: The Science and Stories behind Effective College Teaching by Josh EylerUnleash Student Creativity with Contract Grading, a scholarly digital story by Doug McKenna“Making Grades” - a digital learning activity for HE721 History of Higher Education by Doug McKenna

Guests Dr. Ken Wallace recently retired as the longest-serving Superintendent in Maine Township High School District 207's history, which dates back to 1902. During Ken's tenure, District 207 was named one of America's most innovative districts multiple times for advances in technology, adult learning, and career advisement. Ken is currently an educational consultant for multiple organizations. Danelle Almaraz, an educational leader with over three decades of experience, is committed to advancing leadership in modern education. At InnovateED, she empowers middle-tier leaders, promoting collaboration, innovation, and growth. Danelle champions continuous improvement, student success, and curiosity, advocating for an inclusive educational experience that enables learners at all levels to drive positive change. Summary With author Jennifer Breheny Wallace's book Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic—and What We Can Do About It as the backdrop, the podcast episode explores the toxic achievement culture in US education and its detrimental effects on today's youth. Dr. Ken Wallace and Danelle Almarez discuss how the pressure to excel academically and in extracurricular activities and gain admission to prestigious colleges is causing stress, anxiety, and mental health issues among students. They critique the narrow definition of success that prioritizes test scores and college admissions over personal growth and career readiness. The conversation covers the misalignment between traditional schooling and real-world needs, the rising student debt crisis, and the importance of career-focused education. Both guests advocate for redefining success, helping students find their passions, and giving them agency in their learning. They emphasize the value of experiential learning, internships, and understanding the economic implications of educational choices. The episode concludes by stressing the need for schools to foster a sense of belonging and “mattering,“ focusing on helping students understand who they are and on long-term student outcomes rather than short-term achievements. Social Media Dr. Ken Wallace Twitter: @KenWallace207 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-wallace-35a50b50/ Danelle Almaraz http://linkedin.com/in/danelle-almaraz https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100013505683057&mibextid=LQQJ4d https://www.instagram.com/dalmaraz007?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr About Jeff Jeff Ikler is the Director of Quetico Leadership and Career Coaching. “Quetico” (KWEH-teh-co). He works with leaders in all aspects of life to identify and overcome obstacles in their desired future. He came to the field of coaching after a 35-year career in educational publishing. Prior to his career in educational publishing, Jeff taught high school U.S. history and government. Jeff has hosted the “Getting Unstuck—Cultivating Curiosity” podcast for 5 years. The guests and topics he explores are designed to help listeners think differently about the familiar and welcome the new as something to consider. He is also the co-host of the Cultivating Resilience – A Whole Community Approach to Alleviating Trauma in Schools, which promotes mental health and overall wellness. Jeff co-authored Shifting: How School Leaders Can Create a Culture of Change. Shifting integrates leadership development and change mechanics in a three-part change framework to help guide school leaders and their teams toward productive change.