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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. Thank you for listening to a 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja podcast. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 13:00 to 15:00 (SA Time) to Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/2qKsEfu or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/DTykncj Subscribe to the 702 Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/v5mfetc Follow us on social media: 702 on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textIf you're thinking about starting a direct care practice, you need to know something important, to get something new, you have to let go of the old. In this episode, I'm talking about the things you'll lose—old habits, chaotic schedules, burnout, even identities that no longer serve you, so you can make room for calm, clarity, and real growth. Using the symbolism of the Lunar New Year, I explain why shedding what holds you back is not punishment—it's necessary for momentum and alignment. If you're ready to break free from busyness, create space for your patients, and build a direct care practice that works for you, this episode is for you. 

Send us a textIf you're thinking about starting a direct care practice, you need to know something important, to get something new, you have to let go of the old. In this episode, I'm talking about the things you'll lose—old habits, chaotic schedules, burnout, even identities that no longer serve you, so you can make room for calm, clarity, and real growth. Using the symbolism of the Lunar New Year, I explain why shedding what holds you back is not punishment—it's necessary for momentum and alignment. If you're ready to break free from busyness, create space for your patients, and build a direct care practice that works for you, this episode is for you. 

North Carolina at a Crossroads: Leadership, Betrayal, and Why Every Race MattersWhen Did Winning Locally Stop Mattering and Fundraising Become the Whole Point?GoRight with Peter Boykin Commentary Watch & Listen Here:https://rumble.com/v7380yi-north-carolina-at-a-crossroads-leadership-betrayal-and-why-every-race-matte.html https://youtu.be/AmA7Gp8L890?si=XCLj3PwcvUTHWv_hhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/north-carolina-at-a-crossroads-leadership-betrayal-and-why-every-race-matters--69433068Read the Full Article:https://gorightnews.com/north-carolina-at-a-crossroads-leadership-betrayal-and-why-every-race-mattersNorth Carolina faces a defining political moment as Senate, state, judicial, and local races expose the growing divide between citizen-focused leadership and donor-driven ambition.This analysis explores endorsements, internal GOP conflict, and why counties like Alamance may decide the future of the state.#GoRight, #GoRightNews, #GoRightNC, #PeterBoykin, #NorthCarolinaPolitics, #ConstitutionalRepublic, #GOPLeadership, #ElectionIntegrity, #LocalElectionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/goright-with-peter-boykin-gorightnews-com--3096608/support.

The award-winning Canadian filmmaker and screenwriter Deepa Mehta has redefined both Canadian and Indian cinema with her bold and groundbreaking films. Earlier this year, she was honoured with a career retrospective at TIFF in Toronto, featuring screenings of 10 of her most prominent films of the past 35 years. Deepa sat down with Tom Power for a career-spanning conversation about her life and work, the backlash to some of her films in India, and why the last thing she wants to be called is a “controversial” filmmaker.

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If you want to express Calvary love to people, you do it not by the lecture you give them, but by the fact that you go cheerfully out of your way to help them. Weekend broadcast #111To help support this podcast, please visit walkwiththeking.org/donate and select "Podcast" from the dropdown menu.To hear more from Bob Cook, you can find Walk With The King on Facebook or Instagram.

Chris Do called one of the most iconic sports logos “garish.” But here's the truth: the only thing ugly about the Under Armour logo is how designers keep confusing personal taste with design. This isn't about one logo, one critique, or one YouTuber. It's about the dangerous way our industry lets opinions outweigh principles and why that mindset is killing real graphic design.Here's the part that'll sting: most designers would've agreed with him. Because too many of us still judge work by how it looks, not by how it works. We've become addicted to trends, grids, and “aesthetics” instead of ideas, function, and strategy. Real designers think...the rest decorate. Which side are you on?This week on The Angry Designer Podcast, we take apart Chris Do's Under Armour critique and reveal why his argument, like most hot takes online,  misses the real point of logo design. We're not here to hate. We're here to remind you what good design actually means, and why “taste” will never beat thinking.In this episode you'll discover:- Why confusing taste with design is the biggest mistake graphic designers make- The truth about what makes a logo work and why Under Armour nails it- How to build design opinions on principles, not personal preferencesThis isn't about Chris Do. It's about you; the designer who thinks good taste makes good work. Because if you're judging logos by how they look instead of what they do, you're already on the wrong side of design.Stay Angry our Friends –––––––––––Join Anger Management for Designers Newsletter at https://tinyurl.com/mr4bb4j3Want to see more? See uncut episodes on our YouTube channel at youtube.com/theangrydesigner Read our blog posts on our website TheAngryDesigner.comJoin in the conversation on our Instagram Instagram.com/TheAngryDesignerPodcast

Jesus doesn't stay distant from the mess — He moves toward it. His ministry shows us that the heart of God beats for those who are overlooked, unseen, and left out. To follow Jesus is to be with the Littles, the Least, the Lost, and the Lonely — not out of pity, but out of shared belonging. When we make room at our tables and in our hearts, we're not just helping others; we're meeting Christ Himself. The gospel is not about status, but about presence — a love that shows up, stays near, and calls us to learn how be with each other.

When Peter heals a lame man in Acts 3, the crowd is amazed—but Peter makes it clear the power wasn't his. In this message, Pastor Nathan unpacks what happens when we stop chasing fame and start pointing people to Jesus. It's a call to humility, repentance, and the reminder that the same name that healed then still brings life and renewal today.

Here is the scene… You are winding down towards the end of your Raid Day, walking down a hill with the remaining members of your Campfire. You reach the waterfront just as the sun is dropping below the horizon, lighting up the gameboard in an amber glow. Trainers are scattered about, and everyone is having an incredible time. Sounds like the best, right? We think so.  We kick things off with a recap of the last week, with another triple threat weekend. The Kanto Celebration has us smiling when Snorlax appears, as our weekend brings us Rookidee Community Day and Mega Gyarados Raid Day. The calendar fatigue has been real, and sometimes you need a hard reset. The repetitive nature we see in this game sometimes makes it easy to pick an event to sit out, or at least the event that will bring the least amount of FOMO. Mega Sharpedo will debut this weekend, with a Raid Day that should be popular with the Community. Mega Raids can be done with fewer Trainers than some Legendaries, so Mega Raid Days can move quickly, offer high accessibility, and breathe new life into existing Pokémon already in our storage. Adam can brush off his multiple hundo Sharpedo and decide what to do with his squad of Hundo Carvana. The addition of Trade Days make any Sunday event more attractive, and something tells us there will be plenty of Shiny Mega Sharpedo trades going down. We glaze over the remaining events of the month, as we have over a week until they arrive. Team GO Rocket is back with the Psychic Spectacular: Taken Over, which takes us into Shadow Groudon Raid Weekend. The pacing remains high, which pairs well when the community is feeling good. The September GO Pass however, has some Trainers feeling a bit left out. Our final convo of the game is about player expectation, and how like the Timed Incubator, you get out what you put in. With Niantic slash Scopely putting more and more into IRL gameplay, the experience itself can sometimes outweigh the event. That is the lightning in a bottle. The experience behind community events, the magic that happens off screen, the friendships that we make along the way. All of these things create an environment that Trainers of all skill levels, ambitions, or financial investment can get behind. That environment is what some perspectives on line are lacking, as Community experiences aren't created through paid tickets, rewards, or bonuses. The Campfire events are becoming the star of the show, and we are here for it. Rookidee Community Day Mega Gyarados Raid Day Kanto Celebration Mega Sharpedo Raid Day Mega Sharpedo GO Hub Mega Sharpedo Pokebattler GO Pass Trade Days Psychic Spectacular: Taken Over Shadow Groudon Raid Weekend Stay up to date by adding our Google Calendar to your account! LuredUp@PokemonProfessor.com     Voicemail and SMS: 732-835-8639  Connect with us on multiple platforms! https://linktr.ee/PokemonProfessorNetwork  Executive Producer  Xander Show music provided by GameChops and licensed through Creative Commons ▾ FOLLOW GAMECHOPS ▾ http://instagram.com/GameChops http://twitter.com/GameChops http://soundcloud.com/GameChops http://facebook.com/GameChops http://youtube.com/GameChops http://www.gamechops.com Intro Music Lake Verity (Drum & Bass Remix)  Tetracase GameChops - Ultraball http://gamechops.com/ultraball/ https://soundcloud.com/tetracase  https://soundcloud.com/MegaFlare0 Break Music National Park Mikel & GameChops GameChops - Poké & Chill http://smarturl.it/pokechill https://twitter.com/mikel_beats Outro Music Vast Poni Canyon CG5 & GlitchxCity (Future Bass Remix) GameChops - Ultraball http://gamechops.com/ultraball/  http://soundcloud.com/cg5-beats https://soundcloud.com/glitchxcity Pokémon And All Respective Names are Trademark and © of Nintendo 1996-2025 Pokémon GO is Trademark and © of Niantic, Inc.Lured Up and the Pokémon Professor Network are not affiliated with Niantic Inc., The Pokémon Company, Game Freak or Nintendo. #pokemon #pokemongo #podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today, we're tackling a topic that looks good on paper but can quietly derail your strategy,  automated marketing reports. You know the ones: they land in your inbox with slick charts and colorful metrics, but somehow leave you with more questions than answers. We're breaking down why the ‘easy button' approach to reporting can actually cost you growth, and the ten reasons why real, human analysis will always beat automation. If you've ever wondered whether those automated PDFs are helping or hurting your business, this episode is for you.Read the full blog post over at https://elevatedmarketing.solutions/are-automated-digital-marketing-reports-whats-best-for-you/Tired of vague marketing advice? So are we. This podcast brings you real, in-the-trenches conversations about what actually works no scripts, no fluff, just honest strategy and real-time insights.

Sermon for August 24, 2025 | Preaching text: Luke 13:10-17

In this third installment of the "Blood, Sweat, and Tears" series, Katelyn Desnoyer dives into the story of King Saul's downfall and David's rise. She explores the danger of comparison and its ability to turn allies into enemies. We learn three practical ways to combat comparison: be obedient, be faithful, and be humble. This sermon is a powerful reminder that our worth and success are not found in recognition or worldly metrics, but in a deep, obedient, and humble relationship with God.#901Church #BloodSweatAndTears #Comparison #Obedience #Faithfulness #Humility #Sermon

Let's be real—not knowing drives me crazy. I like answers, plans, control... and God's like, “Yeah, that's cute, but trust Me instead.” In this episode, I talk about the uncomfortable but necessary parts of surrendering, why uncertainty has been the biggest teacher in my life lately, and how working 12-hour shifts on the beach weirdly helped my faith grow. If you're in a season of “what the elle is even going on,” this one will meet you right there.✨ Stay Connected with Me! ✨

Five guys + two decades' worth of CrossFit each = a lotta reps in the room. But two decades of CrossFit gets you more than physical fitness — if you're doing it right. It gets you perspective: about what really matters and why. In this episode of the Infinitely Scalable podcast, Stephane Rochet (Senior Content Writer for CrossFit, former CrossFit Seminar Staff Flowmaster, 15-year collegiate strength-and-conditioning coach, and Certified CrossFit Level 3 CrossFit Trainer) shares his insight on training, coaching, and the point of CrossFit. --CHAPTERS0:00 Intro1:47 Too much intensity? 10:37 The real art of coaching.17:48 Go hard or pull back?37:22 “Leave your ego at the door.” 50:24 Knowing your people. 1:03:39 Balance sheets, the “cheese dick” brands, and the missing piece. 1:13:14 The whole point of CrossFit. ---Infinitely Scalable Podcast: Helping entrepreneurs, creatives, and humans everywhere find freedom.

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Today we begin our look at the book of Colossians, an ancient letter written to an ancient people trying to make sense of the way of Jesus among a diverse and spiritually confused culture. Being woven together is a powerful vision for the meaning of life, and an invitation out of darkness and into the Kingdom of Light. Together we'll begin to explore these question, “If Jesus holds power over death, Jesus is LORD. If Jesus is LORD what does that mean for the darkness and evil and corruption, I see around me? If Jesus is LORD, what does it mean for authority and power and empires and government? If Jesus is LORD, what does it mean for communion and connection with people I was taught to despise?”This message is from our Sunday morning service on July 20th, 2025.We gather on Sunday mornings at 10:00am at the AMC Orchard Theatre (14653 Orchard Parkway, Westminster 80023).Connect with us:kindredchurch.co@kindredchurch.cofacebook.com/kindredchurch.co

Let's talk about something that doesn't get enough attention in the fitness world: MAINTENANCE. Nope…It's not sexy, or flashy, and it's definitely not talked about enough.But… if you're serious about building a sustainable, strong, AND energized body? It's a phase you need to understand and embrace!Maintenance is not a “break”. You're still training with intention, intensity, and you're pushing for progress (just in a different way). You CAN still lose fat and build muscle while in maintenance - it will be slower progress, but you're no longer chasing constant fat loss or being ruled by the scale (thanks to body recomp)!I've experienced plenty of my own setbacks this year (it's been a bit of a shitshow honestly), BUT, I've still been consistent with my simple + powerful habits that keep me moving forward!Whether you're in a season that feels tough, or you're ready to stop the ridiculous yo-yo diets and start OWNING your strength, I promise - you can still navigate the “middle” with confidence!In this episode, we cover:Quick health + personal updateWhy summer is the perfect season for maintenanceHow body recomp works + why maintenance calories can still change your body compositionViewing your workouts as a “power season” vs. an “off season”The mental struggle of “the middle” + why maintenance can feel hard even when it's rightHow to reframe progress beyond the scaleThe all-or-nothing trap many fitness pros fall intoHow to know if you're in a solid maintenance zone for YOUR bodyKey reminders to keep you grounded during your maintenance phaseLinks/Resources:Listen to The Sol Fit PodcastEp. 192 | THIS Is the Whole Point of Your Fitness JourneyEp. 183 | How Sprinting Can Boost Your Fitness Routine (Even When You're Not a Runner)Join FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gymPRIVATE COACHING is my 1:1 program (choose 3 or 6 month option)Connect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcast so we can keep this conversation going-be sure to tag me in your posts and stories!Join my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your FitnessClick HERE for my favorite fitness & life things!Send me a text with episode ideas or just to say hi! Support the show

Sometimes it's sooo easy to get caught up in tracking macros, workouts, and step goals, that you forget WHY you started your fitness journey in the first place.Like…the whole POINT of your fitness journey isn't *just* weight loss, or what you see in the mirror. It's about feeling GOOD in your body, having the energy to live fully, and building confidence that carries over into every area of life!The idea for this episode came to me after hearing a recent trending IG audio that says, “I forgot this was the whole point,” and WOW - it hit me hard. It reminded me that so many of us start our health journey wanting to lose weight or “tone up”.  But…what we really want is food freedom, more energy, and to just feel strong and happy. If you haven't in a while (or you never have), I want you to check in on WHY you are doing this. What does fitness actually mean to YOU? Remember - the whole freaking point is to live a strong, joyful, and fulfilling life, friend!In this episode, we cover:Why there's SO much more behind your weight loss goalsHow to define and get clear on what fitness really means to YOUThe power of staying committed to your journey + how it impacts your loved onesRedefining your goals to create a life that feels joyful, fulfilling & truly alignedLinks/Resources:Ep. 187 | Redefining Fitness on YOUR Terms: What Does It Actually Mean to You?Join FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gymPRIVATE COACHING is my 1:1 program (choose 3 or 6 month option)Connect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcast so we can keep this conversation going-be sure to tag me in your posts and stories!Join my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your FitnessClick HERE for my favorite fitness & life things!Send me a text with episode ideas or just to say hi! Support the show

Colossians 1: 3-14 Identity, purpose, and how to pray with boldness. Paul opens with gratitude and a powerful prayer. Jesus isn't just part of the story — He's the whole point. ï      Learn how to live a life worthy of the Lord. Find the reading plan and freebie for each season at chrystanferrell.com/podcast   Daily Pages Workbook: https://amzn.to/3ZqmQVb   Not Your Mommas Bibel Study Live Chrystanferrell.com/live  Bible Study Tools https://amzn.to/3WTIXDz Spiral Bible & Highlighters https://bit.ly/4hoUXER Pretty Little Patriot for all your fashion needs https://prettylittlepatriot.com/?ref=chrystanferrell Use code CHRYSTANFERRELL for a discount!

We just got back from a vacation with our families and wanted to share all of the nostalgic magic with you. Part of that magic? A literal ghost sighting that ended up being a surprise to us all in this episode. Watch us realize Jeri got haunted in real time by a hotel mogul. IMMIGRATION RESOURCES- https://unitedwedream.org/resources/ https://www.informedimmigrant.com/ https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/immigrants-rights https://www.ilrc.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textOn Fathers' Day, David and Dan discuss the disappointing three-game series for the Minnesota Twins in Houston, where the Astros completed a sweep that so easily could have been a series win for the Twins. They process the injuries to Royce Lewis and Byron Buxton, lamenting the absences as part of the wasted chance here that the Twins had to build back some momentum. They also have words for the people who designed the Astros baseball stadium (going all the way back to its beginnings) while also wondering about Rocco Baldelli's handling of SWR and whether he might have been channeling the coaching style of a Minnesota legend. Thanks for listening, and go Twins!The Gran Group with Edina Realty TWIN CITIES AREA REALTORS TO MEET ALL OF YOUR HOUSING NEEDS! Pulltab SportsMN for the Win is part of the Pulltab Sports Network - covering sports, culture, and entertainment aDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showMusic: "Minnesota Twins Theme" (1961) written by Ray Charles and Dick Wilson. Arrangement and performance by Jason Cain.Twitter/X: @MNfortheWin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MNfortheWinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mnforthewin/ Website: https://mnforthewin.buzzsprout.com/ Puckett's Picks Scoring 1pt per Base (H/BB/HBP) | 1pt per SB | 1pt per RBI -1pt per K | -1pt per Error | -2pt per GIDP +0.5 Point Bonus if Winning Player is Top Team Scorer Tie Breaker 1. Most HRs 2. Least Ks 3. Least LOBListeners always pick first, lowest score between Dan/David/Hoges picks second for next series

COMMUNITY! In a world where being a content creator, an artist, a director, a filmmaker,  a podcaster … (A HUMAN!) ... We get so caught up in a world full of likes, follows, meetings after meetings, money-chasing, event-hustling, travel-hungry, comparisons that feels like competition and it even makes you want to quit … Let's remember our why! What is your “ALMOST FORGOT THAT THIS IS THE WHOLE POINT”? Full video on Ariadna's YouTube channel under the same name. Check out our socials for more! Hug tighter, love stronger, Always Believe!  

Behind every habit you can't shake is a belief you didn't know you had—our guest for this episode shows you how to find it.Our guest in this episode, Sara Raymond, invites us into the subtle, powerful world of hypnotherapy, where transformation starts beneath the surface. From her evolution from movement teacher to trauma-informed coach, she shares how subconscious beliefs silently shape our choices, confidence, and health. Her autoimmune struggles coupled with anxiety and addiction has empowered Sara to learn and share how personalized, gentle hypnotherapy can open a door to deep, sustainable healing. You'll also hear why healing too fast can backfire and why safety and self-compassion matter more than ever.Listen in and discover what might be possible when you stop trying to fix yourself—and start listening instead.Episode Timeline: 0:00 – Episode Overview1:04 – Podcast Intro1:36 – Meet Sara Raymond3:23 – Breaking Free from Overachieving5:06 – How Hypnotherapy Heals5:29 – Unlocking the Subconscious6:45 – Change Only Works If You Want It9:14 – What Brings People to Hypnotherapy9:35 – The Truth Behind Habits and Addiction10:35 – Healing Starts with Your Own Voice11:39 – Approach on Thyroid Healing12:44 – Reclaiming Your Worth Daily14:24 – What Your Thyroid Might Be Saying15:52 – Why You Heal Better at Home18:47 – How Sessions Work with Sara20:00 – Healing Looks Different for Everyone21:55 – Daily Practice After Hypnotherapy22:29 – Why Consistency Matters More Than Length23:21 – Who Might Not Be a Good Fit24:14 – A Gentle Approach to Deep Trauma25:28 – You Set the Pace of Your Healing27:00 – Building Capacity for Stress27:53 – How Self-Awareness Changed Everything29:24 – Tools for Managing Stress31:19 – The Power of Feeling Safe32:03 – The Whole Point of Sara's Book33:01 – Where to Find Sara's Book33:33 – Sara's Resources35:25 – Final Thank You35:35 – Podcast Outro35:55 – Final Conclusion and Key TakeawaysAbout Sara Raymond: Sara Raymond is a trained hypnotherapist, pilates, yoga, and meditation teacher. As Founder of The Mindful Movement, she has become an oasis for those looking to tap into their inner calm, develop a positive mindset and heal from the stress that is blocking fulfillment. Sara has discovered that knowing what you want isn't enough and she has committed her life to help others break free from the inner turmoil that is keeping them stuck.Connect with Sara Raymond: Sara Raymond's Website Sara Raymond's PodcastSara Raymond's YoutubeSara Raymond's InstagramFree resources for your thyroid healthGet your FREE Thyroid and Immune Health Restoration Action Points Checklist at SaveMyThyroidChecklist.comHigh-Quality Nutritional Supplements For Hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto'sHave you checked out my new ThyroSave supplement line? These high-quality supplements can benefit those with hyperthyroi Do You Want Help Saving Your Thyroid? Access hundreds of free articles at www.NaturalEndocrineSolutions.com Visit Dr. Eric's YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/c/NaturalThyroidDoctor/ To work with Dr. Eric, visit https://savemythyroid.com/work-with-dr-eric/

They say, “you've changed,” like it's a bad thing. But what if that's exactly the goal? In this episode, I'm sharing how Brian's Lawn Maintenance isn't the same business it used to be — and why that's something to be proud of. The vision has evolved, the goals are bigger, and the standard is higher. This is about growth, maturity, and becoming the kind of person (and business) who can handle the next level. If you've ever felt torn between staying the same or stepping into who you're meant to be — this conversation will hit home. LINK Membership Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/  LMN Mastermind Sessions (Use code Brian). LMN Landscape Software (Interested in checking out LMN and giving it a free Trial? Use our link or the code "Brian" to get the best savings and signup experience possible). Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram www.brandedbullinc.com  www.CycleCPA.com mention code: Brian to save $200. www.PostcardMania.com/Brian Zero to $100K!: The Complete Guide on How to Start a Successful Lawn Care Company Brian's Lawn Maintenance "MERCH" Together In The Trades - The Summit for Couples in Business - Savannah, Georgia August 14 - 16, 2025 EQUIP Expo - Oct 21-25, 2025 (Save 50% with code Brian)   Our Affiliate Partners: www.EquipmentDefender.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.KujoYardwear.com (Brians10 Save 10%+Free Shipping!) www.ISOtunes.com (Save 10%) https://bit.ly/3wzhaI4 www.ProvenLocks.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.DarwinsGrip.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.Plow-Right.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.EarthWay.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.RhinoHitch.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.SureCanUSA.com (Brians10 Save 10%) www.ComfortTrim.com (Brians10 Save 10%)

HI GIRLS! on today's episode, we discuss how we have gotten off track with the things that actually matter in life. we hope you feel encouraged and try to focus on the things that actually matter today. don't forget to follow us on Instagram and TikTok @literallysamepodcast! LOVE YA! BYE!

Obsession and addiction often go together: we tend to get obsessed with whatever we're addicted to, and can't stop thinking about it. Intrusive thoughts are also in this category - we don't want them any more than we want an addiction, but by their very nature, they dominate our thoughts, and thus become an obsession. All of these have a common origin.  All Obsessions Start With Something Good, and then Twist It Evil defines itself by the absence of God, just as darkness defines itself as the absence of light. Satan cannot create anything; all he can do is pervert something that God made, and intended for good.  So if evil itself is an inversion of something created to be good, then nearly everything  God created for our pleasure and enjoyment can also become evil, or sinful, if we make it our highest aim or focus.  Obsessions and Addiction are Placing Anything Before God God's very first commandment to the Israelites in the Old Testament was to have no other gods before Him (Ex 20:3). The Israelites broke this commandment over and over in a very literal sense, worshipping false gods first that they'd grown up with from Egypt, and then the false gods of the nations they encountered in the wilderness and in the surrounding nations of the Promised Land.  Today, most of us don't literally worship false gods, per se (though that's becoming more prevalent too). Rather, we make some desire or worry or need or love the focus of our lives, instead of God.  C.S. Lewis wrote that romantic love (a very common substitute for God) "ceases to be a devil only when it ceases to be a god." The same would go for any other positive good that God created for our benefit--all could become something we seek after, more than we seek after God. That's really a prerequisite for any obsession or addiction.  Jesus told us that if we'd seek Him and His kingdom first, everything else would be added to us (Matt 6:25-34). That's not just our needs, either. God is the giver of every good and perfect gift (James 1:17). If we make Him our primary delight, we'll get the desires of our hearts thrown in (Psalm 37:4). If we're abiding in Him first, we can ask whatever we desire, and it will be done for us (John 15:7). That's what it means, that if we find our lives (make that our primary focus), we'll lose it, but if we lose it for His sake, then we'll find it (Matthew 10:39). The problem is, most of us don't actually believe that.  One of my favorite fictional stories is the Superman myth. It's such a clear parable. (Also, apparently the creators of Superman were Jewish, not Christian, but they based the character of Superman on Moses and Samson of the Old Testament, as well as the prophecies of the coming Messiah. Some of the earlier Superman movies were conscious of the Christ symbolism, as well.) Lois Lane fawns over Superman, while ignoring Clark Kent—not realizing that Superman remains elusive to her only because it's clear that she doesn't really love him; she only loves what he can do for her. If she'd only choose Clark, she'd get Superman thrown in. I think God is exactly like that. He loves us, and He longs to bless us (Psalm 103:1-5), but He wants our hearts, not our actions. He wanted a relationship with Israel, after bringing them out of the wilderness--but they were afraid of Him, and asked Moses to just be His mouthpiece and relay to them what He said (Ex 20:18-19). Even after that, God asked Moses to take seventy of Israel's elders and bring them a little way up the mountain so that they could eat and drink in His presence--even though He was at a distance, He wanted them to catch a glimpse of Him (Ex 24:9-11). He wanted to have dinner with His family. God later made this part of how the Israelites were to worship: they were to bring all their burnt offerings, sacrifices, tithes, and heave offerings of grain to the place of worship, and eat it together in His presence (Deut 12:5-7). He blessed them with increase, and as their act of worship, He wanted them to have a big feast and enjoy it. All He asked was that they invite Him to the party!  Understanding how much God loves us is really the key to faith--faith works though love (Gal 5:6). If we don't understand how much He loves us, we aren't going to trust Him to take care of us and meet our needs (Isaiah 26:3). That's why we'll try to take matters into our own hands, attempting to meet our own needs (as an anxious primary fixation—not as the side benefit of doing our work well for the purposes of glorifying God, Col 3:23-24). But if we do truly put God first, it's the antidote to all anxiety, addiction, and obsession. Willpower ("The Law") Won't Work. That's the Whole Point. Paul describes in Romans 7:14-24 what happens when we try to suppress or control any obsessive or addictive tendency: "For what I am doing, I do not understand. For what I will to do, that I do not practice; but what I hate, that I do… For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh) nothing good dwells; for to will is present with me, but how to perform what is good I do not find.  For the good that I will to do, I do not do; but the evil I will not to do, that I practice.  Now if I do what I will not to do, it is no longer I who do it, but sin that dwells in me.  I find then a law, that evil is present with me, the one who wills to do good.  For I delight in the law of God according to the inward man.  But I see another law in my members, warring against the law of my mind, and bringing me into captivity to the law of sin which is in my members.  O wretched man that I am! Who will deliver me from this body of death?  I thank God—through Jesus Christ our Lord! So then, with the mind I myself serve the law of God, but with the flesh the law of sin." This describes the experience of every yo-yo dieter, every sugar addict, every alcoholic, or everyone addicted to any other substance or behavior. Paul repeats the same concept in Galatians 5:17: "For the flesh lusts against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; and these are contrary to one another, so that you do not do the things that you wish." You might be able to exert willpower against those things for a time, but the very act of denying yourself actually makes the desire for the thing denied grow stronger. That's what the Old Testament law was designed to do--to make us aware that we were incapable of keeping it, apart from God's help (Romans 7:5-6). Paul addresses the next logical objection: "What shall we say then? Is the law sin? Certainly not! On the contrary, I would not have known sin except through the law. For I would not have known covetousness unless the law had said, 'You shall not covet.' But sin, taking opportunity by the commandment, produced in me all manner of evil desire. For apart from the law sin was dead. I was alive once without the law, but when the commandment came, sin revived and I died. And the commandment, which was to bring life, I found to bring death." (Romans 7:7-10). This is just the way of our flesh: it rebels against any rules placed upon it--even if the rules are neutral, or if you know they're for your good and will achieve a desired end, and even if they're self-imposed. This is the whole concept behind any type of “forbidden fruit.” That phrase itself alludes to the single fruit in the garden forbidden to Adam and Eve, from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, though God had given them so much abundance elsewhere (Genesis 3); the very fact that it was forbidden called their attention to it, making it more attractive. (This is also why, for instance, a perfect recipe for insomnia is to try to will yourself to sleep--the harder you try, the more wide awake you'll be. It's also why trying to suppress any intrusive thoughts will have the opposite effect. “Don't think about a pink elephant"--see, what are you thinking about right now?) Fortunately, the story doesn't end with Romans 7, though. Paul is tracing the story of God's relationship with humanity through successive covenants. Before the law came, He did not impute sin to men yet (Romans 7:8-9), which is why after Cain murdered his brother, God actually protected him (Gen 4:13-15). Yet after Noah's covenant (which was the first to include a command not to murder), then murder was to be punished as sin (Gen 9:5-6). At this point it was the only sin to be called out, though, so it was the only sin that carried punishment, until the Mosaic covenant made the rest explicit. This is the law Paul describes in Romans 7, and the entire Old Testament dramatizes the fact that men are incapable of being righteous by works; that was Paul's point. God wanted us to know that we're incapable in our flesh, so that we'd be aware that we needed a savior to do it for us. That's why Romans 8 follows Romans 7. Romans 7 is all about us (our "flesh") trying to keep the law--any law--by ourselves. By contrast, Romans 8 describes what happens when we have help from the Holy Spirit. "For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made me free from the law of sin and death. For what the law could not do in that it was weak through the flesh, God did by sending His own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh, on account of sin... For to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. ...So then, those who are in the flesh cannot please God. But you are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God dwells in you." (Romans 8:2-11). This is about salvation, yes, but it's also more practical than that. Those of us who are saved can still choose to walk in the flesh (by our own efforts) or we can surrender to God and walk by His Spirit, with His help. This is the main message of Galatians; Paul writes, "Did you receive the Spirit by works of the law, or by hearing of faith? Are you so foolish? Having begun in the Spirit, are you now being made perfect by the flesh?” (Gal 3:2-3). Obviously this is rhetorical--but it's clear that even those who have received forgiveness for their sins can choose to return to the efforts of their flesh, if they want to do so. But it will only produce bondage if they do. Paul writes, “Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free, and do not be entangled again with a yoke of bondage” (Gal 5:1).  Obsession and addiction is the compulsion to obey a master other than God. That's bondage. Paul writes, "Do you not know that to whom you present yourselves slaves to obey, you are that one's slaves whom you obey, whether of sin leading to death, or of obedience leading to righteousness?" (Romans 6:16). How to Get Free: Walking By the Spirit Paul's juxtaposition in Romans opposite walking in the flesh is walking by the spirit. But the big caveat is that we don't walk in the spirit by trying to walk in the spirit; If we try, if WE try, we're doing it from the flesh. That will never ultimately work, and will likely have the opposite effect eventually. That's how all works of the flesh are. We don't "ask God to do it for us," either, though, because He already did it! He can't give us again something He already gave us. Instead, our part is to acknowledge what Jesus did for us, and thank Him for it. Paul wrote in Philemon 1:6 that Philemon's faith became effective by the "acknowledging [of] every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus." And what has Christ provided? 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, "Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things have become new." (Past tense. This is ours in the spirit, but not necessarily in the flesh--we're to work this out in our souls and flesh, with God's help: Phil 2:12). Galatians 2:20: "I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me." 2 Peter 1:4: "By which he has granted to us his precious and very great promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in the world because of sinful desire." 1 Corinthians 2:12-16: "Now we have received, not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, that we might know the things that have been freely given to us by God... We have the mind of Christ." Phil 4:13: "I can do all things through him who strengthens me." 2 Timothy 1:7: "For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control." We also have the fruit of the spirit. We don't have to conjure it up (and indeed, we can't), but it's already ours: "the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control." (Galatians 5:22). We don't strain to live from this place; we thank God that it is ours already (Phil 4:6-7). Our labor now is only to enter that state of resting in what He has already done (Hebrews 4:11). Satan contributes to obsessions and intrusive thoughts, of course--whether they originate with him or with our flesh, it's certainly his agenda to keep us in chains. But thank God, the power of Satan was sin--that was the Old Testament curse, and Jesus redeemed us from the curse (Galatians 3:13). The power Satan has over us now is only the power to deceive us. That's why Paul tells us that when Satan comes to us with lies, we're to fight back with the weapons God gave us, taking every thought captive and making it obedient to Christ (2 Cor 10:5). But they're God's weapons, not ours. In Eph 6:12-18, Paul enumerates them--they are truth (being well grounded in God's word so that we can recognize lies when we hear them, even and especially if they are half-truths), righteousness (understanding that we are righteous because of what Jesus did, not because of anything we do--and that we are righteous already, so can can come boldly before the throne of grace, and expect to receive help in time of need, Heb 4:16), peace (which guards our minds, Phil 4:7), faith (you can't have peace without faith, Isaiah 26:3), salvation (which also means we have the Holy Spirit living in us as our guide), and the sword of the Spirit, God's word. This is the offensive weapon; the only one Paul lists. The Holy Spirit will bring to our remembrance those scriptures we know, when we need them (John 14:26). So the keys God gave us to achieve freedom are to remember that He gave us His Spirit, to thank Him that although we can't free ourselves, He freed us already--and to use the spiritual weapons He gave us to enforce what is already ours. And then, go about the business of God's kingdom. Fixating on trying to solve your problem will only keep you stuck in the loop of thinking you can solve your problem. You can't; but He already did. We can trust Him for the full manifestation of that freedom, just like Jesus told us to trust Him to meet our physical needs (Matt 6:25-34). And he says we get those by going about His business, by seeking after something greater than ourselves. When we do that, Jesus promised that we'd get everything else thrown in.  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

My in home Teaching, Feeling Yahusha's issue in Mark 6, School Shootings and its numerology and The Whole Point of why they keep happening. Dr. John Campbell, Nano Vaccines, and Honor The Offerings of Yah.

In her message, Fer shares her story of following Jesus and the way He has revealed Himself to her. She shares about the importance of actually being with Jesus and not just doing "Jesus things." This is something God has used to transform her and now she shares this message with us all.

The Caribbean 600 is one of the great offshore races and in February we launched the 59 North offshore racing program with this as our debut event. The Whole Point? To try to open the door of offshore racing wider so that more people like you can get involved. In this episode Nikki has a chat with Alex to reminisce on trials and tribulations of the 2024 edition of the Caribbean 600.   -- If you liked this conversation you'll LOVE The QUARTERDECK, 59 North's 'deep dives on the art of seamanship.' Join our interactive community and get involved in the conversation at quarterdeck.59-north.com. First two weeks FREE, then multiple pricing options thereafter. 

This week, we humbly discuss how we believe the Lord is calling us to position ourselves as we navigate being a woman and mother in this world. We talk about challenges of this generation. We talk about how Jesus changes EVERYTHING. We hope this conversation is encouraging to whatever season of life you're in! Email us at surrenderinginmotherhood@gmail.com

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A devotional study pointing out that the true focus of the scriptures is Christ -- and all He means to us.  With this focus, so many other things from the scriptures make much more sense...John 5:39 KJVSearch the scriptures; for in them ye think ye have eternal life: and they are they which testify of Me.---If you have any questions or comments, please send them to: BibleQuestions@ASBzone.comRelated Podcasts: It Is All About WorshipResting in JesusJesus Gives Us RestWhy Did Jesus Come to Earth?Christ, Humanity and SalvationThe Divinity of Jesus ChristEnd-Time Prophecy PrimerIt is High Time to Wake UpIf Christ is NOT risen... (at TrueWisdom)Revelations of the Godhead (at TrueWisdom) Grace, Grace, and More Grace (at TrueWisdom)Support the Show.------During many of our podcasts, you will hear us make reference to “The Key Principles of Effective Bible Study,” a document which outlines core concepts shown in the scriptures that will help you better understand many Biblical themes and doctrines. We have done a whole podcast series on these principles which can be found here (https://BibleStudy.ASBzone.com/357512/8572886).Lastly, we recommend that you check out https://TrueWisdom.buzzsprout.com for additional Bible Study podcasts, covering many different Bible topics, and done in a slightly different format from the podcasts on this channel.We pray that all of these resources will be very helpful to you in your Bible Studies.

Another week of the usual nonsense. Governments being parasitic totalitarian scum, corporations lying, the media being complacent in it all. Nothing to see here. Incompetent judges proving that you don't have to be good at your job to get ahead in the world we live in, entitled media people WAY over estimating their worth, and the citizen journalists may be the only hope we have left. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ihadtosayit/message

Hosts Christina and Harry talk about e-bike fires, Letitia James's winning streak, and much more.

The whole point of Lent is communion with God and each other. We're not meant to be alone. In this episode, Sr. Mary Grace, Sr. Ann Immaculée, and Sr. Marie Veritas look at the Gospel of the First Sunday of Lent (Mk 1:12-15), and how Jesus gravitates to our places of darkness and temptation and unifies Himself with us there. He's unashamed to be with us; He does battle for us, to bring us good news and to heal division. Renewal comes from a preoccupation with unity - allowing ourselves to be unified with Our Lord in the desert, and with our brothers and sisters, changes the game. Join us on Mondays for Season 13: Let's Do Lent Together!

As we start the year, we are beginning a series on missiology and our place within the mission of God. Today we look at creation & glory, decreation & the fall, and recreation & redemption.

Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Henning Ohlenbusch (Gentle Hen, the Fawns, solo) makes a return appearance to You, Me and an Album to discuss XTC's 1986 album, Skylarking. Henning talks about why he loves Skylarking and why XTC is one of his favorite bands. He gets into the aspects of XTC's songwriting that are especially appealing and how the album reminds him of the Beatles, the Beach Boys and the Kinks. Henning also talks about the new Gentle Hen album, The Whole Point of the Trip, and why it took four years to make.Henning was previously on YMAAA on Ep. 72, discussing Ha! Ha! Ha! by Ulltravox.Be sure to follow Henning on Instagram and Threads at @henningo!To learn more about Gentle Hen, visit their website at gentlehen.com or find their music at https://gentlehen.bandcamp.com/.Al is on Bluesky at @almelchior.bsky.social. This show has accounts on Instagram and Threads at @youmealbum. Subscribe for free to You, Me and An Album: The Newsletter! https://youmealbum.substack.com/1:10 Henning joins the show1:37 Henning explains why he chose Skylarking—and not English Settlement—for this episode4:28 Henning and Al talk about the impact Todd Rundgren had on the album7:08 Henning and Al discuss “Dear God”'s eventual placement on Skylarking11:23 Al summarizes his reaction to the album12:10 Henning identifies what makes Skylarking a special album for him15:10 Why did Al have a different reaction to Skylarking than he did to The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society?17:23 XTC changed the way that Henning listens to albums22:22 Henning talks about what he likes about XTC's songwriting26:00 Al reveals a pet peeve he has about a certain style of songwriting29:10 All appreciates that Andy Partridge's songwriting has a subtle side31:33 Henning thinks of the album as being divided into chunks33:20 Henning highlights some of his favorite parts of the album40:01 Henning points out a couple of interesting rhythms from Skylarking44:12 Henning and Al talk about the “Dear God” controversy46:08 Henning discusses the vocal similarities of Partridge and Colin Moulding50:02 Al compares the new Gentle Hen album with XTC and Peter Gabriel53:02 Henning talks about how The Whole Point of the Trip developed54:43 When does Henning know it's time for a Gentle Hen album?56:30 Henning talks about his near-term plansOutro is from “Birds of Massachusetts” by Gentle Hen.Support the show

In his enlightening message, "The Whole Point," Pastor Rich dives into the profound depths of 2 Peter 3. He emphasizes the apostle Peter's warning about skeptics who would scoff at the promise of Christ's return. Pastor Rich accentuates the critical need for patience and faithfulness in a world clouded by uncertainty, echoing Peter's assertion that a delay in God's promise isn't a sign of unfulfillment, but a testament to His patience and desire for all to come to repentance. The sermon ends with a powerful reminder of our duty to live holy and godly lives as we anticipate 'The Day of the Lord'.

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In this episode Sarah and T take on the topic of e-mail blasts.  Are you doing them?  Are you doing them effectively?    How do you know?  14 specific points are covered in how you can crush your next effort and know exactly how well you did.1) Build up your email list & segment - all previous guests list, potential guests, by season, by type of property, etc. - Every single email you get should be added to a list and segmented.  I recently stayed in a VR with a company. After we booked, they kept sending us promotional emails. Made me wonder if we had a booking! Make sure your upcoming guests aren't sent an email that you are now offering 40% off! - Booking Anniversary to previous guests on their booking date from last year- Type of properties, size of properties, season they visited only?2) Consistent (so you're there when it's time to book) - top of mind. Only way to pull this off is to make your emails interesting/professonal3) Frequency of sending - at least once a month, ideally once a week (TIM & SARAH DISAGREE)4) Not Always a Sales Email - way too many VR emails are like this "20% off for next week!" - think about your own perspective when you get an eblast.5) Types of eblasts - introduce a new property (attracts Lookie Loo's), newsletter format - new restaurants/activities in the area, Resort developments (new gondola), groups of properites/themes, Snow alerts, local partners (make sure you show them they were included), booking anniversary, ...others, TIM? 6) Professional looking, template so recognizable (idea - personalize by showing a person from your team at bottom), highlight properties at bottom, social links, videos, other examplesPaul Hanak from ICND says open rates don't matter! Listen to his reasoning mid-podcast. 7) Call to Action - we always had "book direct & save" at bottom of every single email. 8) Lots of links! Link logo and photos too9) Always include all owners on your emails10) Tracking code to conversion! Follow by email monthly - this is the WHOLE POINT. Don't send an email without tracking conversion. 11) A/B testing - most platforms easily allow you to test everything from subject lines to send times - utilize it!12) Stop gathering emails from "contests" just to have a bigger list. We've tested it! They signed up to win a contest, not to engage with your brand. Open rates are poor, so you wind up paying for all these extra emails without any payoff. Quality over quantity. 13)  Subject Lines are the name of this game. Without a good subject line that captures attention and creates curiosity, that email won't even be opened.  Need some inspiration? Just google "Good email subject lines" and ask ole chatGPT.14) Check and recheck for spelling/grammar errors - everything speaks! (sarah example of "piece") 

Hans von Spakovsky, Senior Legal Fellow at the Heritage Foundation, joins Marc & Kim to discuss the gag order that a judge put on Trump baring him from talking about 'the public servants just doing their jobs'

"The Whole Point of the Podcast is that the Future Isn't Set in Stone" in which we discuss Foundation, S2E05 "The Sighted and the Seen" This week media analyst, Fordham professor, and Renaissance human Paul Levinson joins the conversation! That Beatles reference below, Paul? That's for you. Here's the usual spoiler warning. If you haven't, go watch the episode. We'll be here. Foundation, Season 2 seems to be leaning even harder on comic relief and sexy time than it had been. Still, the plot wanders forward. After a fairly dark opening, we get the comic relief from Gaal, Salvor, and Hari. The beggar crashes into a forest on Ignus reminiscent of Star Trek: Generations. Where's Jordi LaForge when you need him? Salvor yells "I'm flying dead stick!" Hari replies, "Is that bad?" That's pretty funny but it's not the best line. They encounter an old friend and then a crowd of mysterious mentalics. Could they be the nucleus of the Second Foundation? Meanwhile, Sereth and Rue drive their arc forward with the sexy time while the theme of memory is writ large. We learn who was behind the murder of Sareth's Family while Day is becoming more unstable and Demerzel just keeps getting creepier. Rue manages to send Dawn and Dusk on a journey to see the Wizard, which is to say the vending machine version of Cleon the First. Imagine two Junior High School Elvis impersonators meeting the One True Elvis and you have the general idea. Later they're impressed by the size of C-1's... uh... data. It's a lot to digest and we talk about it. You should join us! We can't promise it will help, but a splendid time is guaranteed for all!

The Stoics stood out in Athens. They stood out in Rome. Whether it was Cato walking around barefoot or Cleanthes proudly doing manual labor. Whether it was Seneca practicing his poverty or Marcus Aurelius reading during gladiatorial games, the Stoics were different.It was obvious. It was intentional.If I wanted to be like the mob, Chrysippus once said, I would not have become a philosopher.---And with today's excerpt from the Daily Stoic, Ryan explains the importance of prioritizing real action over thinking about what could happen.✉️ Sign up for the Daily Stoic email: https://dailystoic.com/dailyemail

Hello, welcome back! Today I am spilling a secret to manifestation that no one is teaching about.  For money manifesting, you don't need more money mantras.  For manifesting love, you don't need more love journal prompts. In this episode I am breaking down what you DO need to jumpstart your manifestations and it's not what you've been taught. I am also talking about the WHOLE POINT of this life experience and how when we finally get the memo, we tap into magnetism, manifestation and pure potential!  I hope you get the breakthroughs you're looking for - you're doing a great job.   Happy Manifesting!   MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE  ✨ The Daily Practice Challenge >> https://taliajoymanifestation.thrivecart.com/daily  

In a conclusion to last week's installment of Law & Order: SVU following nearly a full year later, another rape victim turns up describing an attack an awful lot like our vics described in Part 1. This means Tracy Pollan is back, picking up where she left off, which was getting an Emmy nomination for playing this role. This doesn't yield a second one, but she still rocks in "Closure (Part 2)" and helps give this episode the titular want that last week's left us all wanting while letting us imagine a continuing arc where Harper Anderson becomes Reno Raines, a Renegade on the warpath for vengeance.Sources:What Is the Marital Privilege? - Giovanna A. D'Orazio - D'Orazio PetersonMusic:Divorcio Suave - "Munchy Business"Thanks to our gracious Munchies on Patreon: Jeremy S, Jaclyn O, Amy Z, Nikki B, Whitney C, D Reduble, Tony B, Zak B, Barry W, Karen D, Sara L, Miriam J, Drew D, Nicky R, Stuart, Jacqi B, Natalie T, Robyn S, Isabel P, Christine L, Amy A, Sean M, Jay S, Briley O, Asteria K, Angie H, and Suzanne B - y'all are the best!Be a Munchie, too! Support us on Patreon: patreon.com/munchmybensonFollow us on: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Post, and Reddit (Adam's Twitter and BlueSky and Josh's Twitter and BlueSky)Join our Discord: Munch Casts ServerCheck out Munch Merch: Munch Merch at ZazzleCheck out our guest appearances on: Storytellers from Ratchet Book Club, …These Are There Stories (Adam and Josh), both of us on FMWL Pod (1st Time & 2nd Time), both of us talking about The Thin Man on Chick-Lit at the Movies, and Josh talking SVU/OC on Jacked Up Review ShowVisit Our Website: Munch My BensonEmail the podcast: munchmybenson@gmail.comNext Week's Episode: Season 12, Episode 16 "Spectacle"This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5685940/advertisement