Podcasts about witnessing

In this episode of Better Call Daddy, host Reena Friedman Watts sits down with Roberto Vella III, a former oil field worker turned SpaceX aerospace technician, to talk career reinvention, military discipline, and fatherhood. Roberto shares how he answered Elon Musk's open call for talent and landed a job at SpaceX, describing the chaotic, high energy experience of interviewing alongside hundreds of other hopefuls. He talks candidly about the pressure of working in the aerospace industry, where every launch carries massive stakes and the margin for error is razor thin. The conversation traces Roberto's path from military paratrooper to aerospace technician, and how his time in the service built the resilience, composure, and work ethic that prepared him for a career at one of the most demanding companies in the world. He recounts witnessing rocket launches and explosions firsthand, the tight camaraderie among people working at the edge of what is possible, and even lighter perks of the job, like SpaceX providing food for employees during long shifts. Roberto also opens up about fatherhood, sharing how becoming a young dad reshaped how he thinks about legacy, purpose, and the values he wants to pass on to his children. He talks about the importance of work ethic, adaptability, and staying curious in a fast changing world, from his unconventional career path to teaching himself photography. Whether you're interested in entrepreneurship, career changes, military to civilian transitions, the space industry, or raising kids with strong values, this episode has something for you. What's In This Episode Roberto Vella's career journey from oil fields to SpaceX What it's really like interviewing for a job at SpaceX How military service as a paratrooper shaped his career Witnessing rocket launches and rocket failures up close Life inside SpaceX, including everyday perks like on site food for employees Why family and legacy drive everything he builds Lessons from a non-linear, unconventional career path The role of mentorship and community in career growth How to embrace change and pursue new passions Why work ethic matters most when building a legacy Teaching himself photography as a creative outlet Memorable Quotes From Roberto Vella "The military taught me to look cool under pressure, even when I didn't know what I was doing." "Everything I'm building is for my children. I want them to have the tools to succeed." "If I can learn something that's very hard, then I think other people can." "I want them to have the generational work ethic." From Reena Friedman Watts "You're creating that legacy one call at a time." From Big Daddy Wayne Friedman "It's always worthwhile to be on the Better Call Daddy show."   Timestamps (00:00) Introduction to Roberto Vella III and his background (05:15) The experience of interviewing at SpaceX (15:30) Insights from military service and its impact on his career (25:00) Witnessing rocket launches and the culture at SpaceX (35:45) The joys and challenges of being a young dad (45:00) Building a legacy and instilling values in his children About Roberto Vella III Roberto Vella III is a former oil field worker turned aerospace technician who has worked with SpaceX and Stoke Space. A dedicated father and passionate photographer, he is focused on learning new skills and building a lasting legacy for his family. Connect with Roberto Vella III LinkedIn: Roberto Vella III Instagram: Roberto Vella III X (formerly Twitter): Roberto Vella III Connect with Reena Friedman Watts Website: bettercalldaddy.com LinkedIn: Reena Friedman Watts Instagram: @reenafriedmanwatts Keywords: Roberto Vella, SpaceX employee, aerospace industry career, military to civilian transition, paratrooper, career reinvention, fatherhood and legacy, entrepreneurship podcast, Better Call Daddy podcast, Stoke Space  

Abide: Staying Connected to Jesus with Jeannie Cunnion – John 15In Episode 152 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane welcome back author and Bible teacher Jeannie Cunnion for a powerful conversation about one of the central invitations of John 15: Abide in Me.What does it actually look like to abide in Jesus—not just during quiet time or Bible study, but in the middle of busy schedules, difficult seasons, relationships, parenting, work, and everyday life?Together, Jamie, Jane, and Jeannie explore the difference between striving for God and staying connected to God. They unpack Jesus' picture of the Vine and the branches, why fruit is the result of abiding rather than performing, and how we can recognize when we've begun trying to produce in our own strength.They also talk honestly about pruning, surrender, intimacy with Jesus, and learning to remain in His love when God seems to be cutting away things we thought we needed.John 15 reminds us that Jesus isn't asking us to manufacture more fruit. He's inviting us to stay close to the Vine.If you've been tired from striving, questioning a season of pruning, or simply longing for deeper intimacy with Jesus, pull up a chair. This conversation is an invitation to stop performing—and start abiding.Reflection Question: Am I trying to produce fruit for Jesus—or am I staying close enough to Him that fruit becomes the natural result?____________________________________Connect with Jeannie Cunnion:Website: https://www.jeanniecunnion.com/____________________________________Connect with Jamie:Website: www.jamieklusacek.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacekConnect with Jane:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams____________________________________ Get Jamie's Newest Book:Living Loved: An 8-week Journey to Living Fully Loved

Curious to learn more about the Triad Method and the impact it has had on the world of homeopathy? Join renowned UK homeopath Hilary Faircloth as she shares her personal journey and the story behind the development of her transformative Triad Method. Hear about her groundbreaking work in Botswana through the Maun Homeopathy Project, where she and a team of more than 40 volunteer homeopaths worked with thousands of people affected by HIV, AIDS, and other complex health challenges. Hilary also shares some of the remarkable stories and outcomes documented in her book, offering a powerful glimpse into the work, dedication, and experiences that shaped this extraordinary project.   Episode Highlights: 02:03 - The turning point: How homeopathy reshaped my perspective 04:19 - A magical accident: How I ended up in Botswana 05:35 - The elephant story 12:35 - Unveiling the African understanding of health and spirituality 19:12 - Introducing the Triad Method: A revolutionary approach to Homeopathy 24:57 - Beyond Remedies: The power of intentions and healing space 27:01 - Healing beyond the physical 28:51 - The birth of the River School of Homeopathy 35:07 - The importance of teamwork   About my guest: Hilary Fairclough is a dedicated homeopath with over 25 years of experience, driven by her profound understanding of the limitations of conventional medicine through her work in the NHS. Witnessing the suffering of individuals with chronic illnesses due to the side effects of conventional treatments, Hilary sought a system of medicine that prioritized holistic well-being and embraced the profound experience of illness. This led her to discover homeopathy, a discipline that resonated deeply with her personal philosophy. After training at the London College of Classical Homeopathy, Hilary became a registered member of the Alliance of Registered Homeopaths, where she upholds their Code of Ethics and engages in regular professional supervision. With a background in sociology and nursing, including specializations in community nursing, palliative cancer care, and bereavement counseling, Hilary brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her practice. She founded and directed The Maun Homeopathy Project, a charity providing free homeopathic outreach clinics for people living with HIV and AIDS in Botswana. Hilary's dedication and achievements in the field of homeopathy have been recognized with the Society of Homeopath's "Outstanding Achievement Award." Currently, she divides her time between treating clients and serving as the Assistant Director of the River School of Homeopathy, where she imparts her experience and passion to shape the future generation of homeopathic practitioners. Hilary practices homeopathy as both a science and an art, utilizing her extensive knowledge and intuition to provide personalized and compassionate care to her clients, creating a safe and nurturing space for healing and growth.   Find out more about Hilary Website: https://hilaryfairclough.com/ Email: info@hilaryfairclough.com   To learn more  about the River School of Homeopathy, please visit their website at https://www.riverschoolofhomeopathy.org   If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/   Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you'll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom  

Your Testimony Is A Profound Tool For Witnessing

What does it really mean to become a witness for Yeshua?In Chapter 12 of I Am a Witness – The Search Is Over, “Becoming a Witness,” I share why witnessing is not primarily about learning an evangelism technique, memorizing a presentation, or having all the answers.Yeshua said:“You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be My witnesses…” Acts 1:8 Not every believer is called to be an evangelist, but every believer is called to be a witness. A witness is someone whose life carries the evidence that they have encountered the living Messiah. Long before people hear our testimony, they are already reading our lives. They see how we respond under pressure, how we forgive, how we love, and whether the peace and hope of Yeshua remain evident when life becomes difficult. Eventually, someone may look at your life and ask:“What happened to you?”And now you have an opportunity to tell them about Yeshua.Witnessing is no longer simply something we do. It becomes who we are.The greatest witness you will ever give is not a carefully prepared presentation. It is a transformed life that continually points people to the One who lives within you. I Am a Witness – The Search Is Over Dr. Kenny Russell BulldozerFaith — From Israel to the Nations

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What if sharing your faith isn't about having the perfect words, but simply telling someone what Jesus has done in your life?Ange McPherson explores what it means to be a Spirit-led witness, drawing on Acts 1:8, the Great Commission and her own journey from hopelessness to healing. Her life changed because someone cared enough to share their story and respond to the quiet prompting of the Holy Spirit.Witnessing isn't about forcing a conversation or having every answer. It's about recognising that God is already at work, offering your story with honesty and compassion, and trusting the Holy Spirit with what happens next.Your experiences of grace, restoration and hope may be exactly what someone else needs to hear. This message invites us to consider who God may have placed in our lives and how one simple act of courage could become part of their story.

Neil McClendon, Lead PastorGrand Parkway Baptist ChurchThe Weightless Ease of Real ChristianityMatthew 11:25-301. Salvation is for the childlike, v. 25-26• Romans 1:21-23“Witnessing the pure, uncomplicated faith and joy with which she sang the words made himrealize that his own intellectual pride and hyper-rationalism were keeping him from a profoundtruth. He realized he wanted the same genuine relationship with God that his daughterpossessed, which led him to finally put his faith in Christ.”2. Salvation requires revelation, v. 27Two words I want to define here:1) Salvation refers to God's act of delivering people from sin and its consequences through faithin Jesus Christ.• Ephesians 2:8-9Four things about salvation...a)salvation requires faith in Godb)there is nothing we can do to cause our salvationc)it is a gift not the result of our worksd)I have nothing to boast about2) Revelation means an unveiling or an opening of a curtain.Two things God reveals that lead to salvation:a)Himselfb)our true self3. All are invited into a relationship with Jesus, v. 28Learn to look for, listen for and ask two questions:a)What are you laboring for?b)What is weighing you down?Rest is the experience of sitting down on the inside and living in a state of calm and patientexpectation.4. This relationship shows itself in discipleship, v. 28-30“The “easy yoke” of Jesus is an invitation to learn an entire lifestyle of living and working inGod's unforced rhythms of grace, bringing the Kingdom to bear on all areas of your life and thepeople you encounter rather than straining under heavy religious burdens.”-Dallas Willard• Matthew 23:1-4Mental worship...1. Do you think it is unfair for God to hide revelation from some people? If so, on what basis didthey deserve it to begin with?2. Who do you need to see more clearly: God or yourself?3. What are you working for and what is weighing you down these days?4. Where do you find rest for your soul?5. What two words would you use to describe what its like to be in a relationship withBe sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube

SpaceTime Series 29 Episode 109 Witnessing the birth of a comet More than 5 billion kilometres from Earth, an ancient icy object is slowly awakening as a distant frozen world known as a Centaur transforming into an active comet. New mysteries about the moons of Neptune A new study has revealed that three of Neptune's inner moons may be the shattered remains of ancient icy worlds. NASA's Roman Space Telescope blasts off bound for orbit beyond the Moon NASA's next great flagship cosmic observatory the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has successfully launched into space bound for orbit on the dark side of the Earth beyond the Moon. The Science Report Scientists have found a link between flavour chemicals in some vapes and pregnancy problems. A new study shows flight attendants and pilots have the highest risk of death from radiation-related cancers. A growing plant disease spreading across parts of Western Australia is linked to a loss of habitat. Scientists claim they're working on a tent that can supply its own electricity. Skeptics guide to England's most violent poltergeist.   Our Guests This Week Dr Benjamin Pope from Macquarie University Chelsea Gohd NASA Public Engagement Specialist Astrophysicist Jason Rhodes NASA JPL Astrophysicist DIda Markovic NASA JPL Astrophysicist Eric Huff NASA JPL   Our regular guests: Alex Zaharov-Reutt from techadvice.life Tim Mendham from Australian Skeptics  

How do the images we see shape the way we understand ourselves and one another?In this episode of Makers & Mystics, Stephen Roach sits down with art historian and author Elissa Yukiko Weichbrodt to explore her new book, Look Like a Lady: Five Visual Tropes of Womanhood and How to See Ourselves Differently.Drawing from centuries of art history, Elissa identifies five recurring ways women have been depicted and understood: Venus, Vessel, Maiden, Mother, and Monster. These aren't simply artistic categories. They are stories that can quietly shape our expectations about beauty, femininity, motherhood, sexuality, agency, and even holiness.Together, Stephen and Elissa explore how these visual tropes have influenced both popular culture and Christian imagination and consider the alternative stories that can help us see women as whole, particular, embodied people rather than objects, symbols, or stereotypes.The conversation moves from ancient Greek sculpture and Renaissance paintings to Victorian photography, contemporary beauty culture, purity culture, and the ways women are represented within the church.Along the way, Elissa introduces five counter-stories:Witnessing instead of objectifyingBeing instead of becoming an empty vessel for someone else's meaningMoving instead of remaining passive or containedCultivating instead of being reduced to motherhoodPartnering instead of viewing men and women as threats or oppositesAt the heart of the conversation is a deeper question: What might it look like to recover a vision of womanhood rooted not in cultural expectations, but in the particularity, dignity, agency, and belovedness of each person created in the image of God?For artists, this conversation offers an invitation to consider how the images we create participate in forming the imagination of the people who encounter them.And for all of us, it raises an important possibility: perhaps freedom doesn't come from simply rejecting old stories, but from learning to recognize them—and telling truer ones.Elissa Weichbrodt is an art historian, educator, and author. Her new book, Look Like a Lady: Five Visual Tropes of Womanhood and How to See Ourselves Differently, examines the ways visual culture has shaped our understanding of womanhood and offers a more expansive, hopeful vision.Connect with Elissa on Instagram: http://instagram.com/elissabrodtGet the book: https://bakerbookhouse.com/products/9781587436925_look-like-a-ladyListen to our previous conversation with Elissa: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s11-e07-redeeming-vision-with-dr-elissa-yukiko-weichbrodt/id1090123738?i=1000605110237Send us Fan MailSupport the showCONNECT WITH USWebsite: http://www.makersandmystics.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/makersandmystics Support the show: patreon.com/makersandmystics                                                  Sign Up for Our Newsletter! http://eepurl.com/g49Ks1GET A MAKERS X MYSTICS COFFEE MUG

     Earcelia Paul-Hill is the founder and face of Synergy Counseling of Greenwood, located in Greenwood, South Carolina. Established in 2013, Synergy Counseling began as a solo private practice. By 2015, however, the growing demand for accessible and culturally responsive mental health care within the community led Earcelia to expand Synergy into a multi-clinician practice.      Earcelia's passion for counseling was born during her young adulthood following her late grandfather's diagnosis of dementia and his placement in a long-term care facility. Witnessing firsthand the emotional, mental, and physical impact of mental illness on both individuals and families profoundly shaped her understanding of mental health care. That experience became the catalyst for her lifelong commitment to advocacy and clinical service.      A native of Abbeville, South Carolina, Earcelia graduated from Abbeville High School in 1990. She later attended the University of South Carolina–Columbia, where she earned a bachelor's degree in psychology with a minor in sociology. She went on to obtain her master's degree in counseling and art therapy from Webster University.      With family at the center of her heart and vision, Earcelia became a Licensed Professional Counselor, earning advanced training and certifications in Master Addiction Counseling, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR). Her professional experience spans several sectors, including higher education, where she served as Assistant Director of Counseling at Lander University. Ultimately, it was a personal family need that inspired her transition into private practice.      "I chose to enter private practice rather than continue working within community agencies because I needed the flexibility to be present for my one and only son, SJ," Earcelia shared. "Whether educationally, spiritually, or emotionally, I wanted to be there for him, and owning my own business was the only way I could make that possible."      Though the decision was intimidating, it is one she does not regret. Today, her son SJ is a junior at the Governor's School of Science and Mathematics in Hartsville, South Carolina, and ranked first out of 416 students at Greenwood High School during his sophomore year. "As a single mother and professional, it feels incredibly rewarding to see my son thriving. He is truly my pride and joy," she expressed.      Earcelia openly acknowledges that building a successful brand and practice has come with its share of challenges. Yet, she continues to press forward. Recently celebrating ten years of Synergy Counseling, she reflects with gratitude. "I could not have done this alone. I am deeply thankful for the clinicians and team members who make up Synergy.  What I love most about my Synergy family is that every clinician and staff member brings unique strengths," she explained. "We work well together, and over time I've learned how critical it is to be intentional about selecting individuals who represent and align with Synergy's mission and values."      It is this intentional and integrative approach that allows Synergy Counseling to address the growing mental health needs within the community. "What I look forward to most each day is collaborating with a diverse team that shares the same compassion and purpose to serve others," Earcelia stated. "We are constantly working to break stigma and address barriers surrounding mental health through education and community engagement."      She finds fulfillment in providing a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can begin their healing journeys. "Hearing clients express gratitude for the support they receive here at Synergy reminds us that our work truly matters." She also draws motivation from past doubt and opposition. "I am motivated by those who didn't believe in me. Their doubt pushes me to do better."      Earcelia's vision for Synergy Counseling is holistic care, which has led to partnerships with a psychiatric nurse practitioner who provides assessments and ongoing support for both Synergy clients and the broader community.  She attributes much of her success to her parents, particularly her father, Curtis Paul Sr., whom she deeply admires. "Although my father did not attend college, he ensured that my siblings and I did.  He paid out of pocket for all three of our undergraduate degrees because he believed in the power of education," she shared. "He instilled in me the importance of independence, resilience, and believing that I am always capable of more." He also emphasized remaining spiritually grounded and maintaining a personal relationship with Christ.      Earcelia credits her mother with teaching her empathy and compassion. "My mother is the epitome of unconditional love and unwavering support. She taught me how to nurture others and meet people where they are," she says.      Throughout her journey, Earcelia has used her experiences to mentor and inspire aspiring counselors. "Several clinicians who have worked at Synergy have gone on to open their own private practices," she said. "I often guide them through credentialing, insurance panels, and the realities—both positive and challenging—of practice ownership."      One lesson she consistently emphasizes is self-care. "This is a 24/7 career. You must set boundaries between your practice, your family, and yourself. You cannot pour from an empty cup." She also stresses the importance of a strong support system. "Iron sharpens iron. While this is my practice, I value collaboration and input from my team. We are in a profession that requires lifelong learning, and I believe in keeping everyone equipped."      Looking ahead, Earcelia's vision for Synergy Counseling is bold yet clear. "My goal is to make Synergy a household name worldwide." Through rebranding efforts and digital outreach supported by videographer Abul Blue (Da Voice Box), Synergy Counseling has expanded its reach beyond Greenwood and surrounding areas.  As the practice continues to grow, community partnerships remain central to its mission.  "Together," Earcelia says, "my team and I are creating legacy."   To learn more about Synergy Counseling of Greenwood, please visit their website.  www.synergycounselinggreenwood.com   To learn more about Huami Magazine, please visit www.huamimagazine.com    

The healing of the lame man at the temple gate should have been a moment of celebration. Instead, it became the beginning of persecution for Peter and John. In Acts 3, God performs a miraculous healing. In Acts 4, the religious authorities respond with opposition and threats. But when Peter and John return to the believers, the church doesn't respond with fear. They respond with prayer. Their prayer is remarkable. They don't ask God to remove every obstacle. They ask Him to give them boldness to continue speaking His Word. And God answers. “And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness.” — Acts 4:31, KJV This is the final part of When Prayer Changes the Story, and it reminds us that sometimes prayer doesn't change the opposition around us—it changes us in the middle of the opposition.

In this episode, Dr. Baron sits down with Chani Levertov, director of Fruitful , for a conversation about her own fertility journey and the unwavering faith that carried her through. Chani walks through her secondary infertility diagnosis after her second child, genetic testing embryos and cancelled transfers, and the C-section scar ectopic pregnancy that required emergency surgery. She speaks openly about grieving a healthy, wanted pregnancy she had to let go of to save her own life, and about doing it all quietly, behind the "mask" she wore while running Fruitful and co-directing Smile on Seniors through years of private pain. She opens up about what she calls "witnessing grief," the kind of support people may be afraid to give. If you're navigating your own story of faith, secondary infertility, or loss, this episode is for you. Resources and Contributions from Chani: Hearing "No" year after year   Dearest little embryo   Voices From the Community post About Chani Levertov : Wife to the amazing Levi Levertov, mother to my three incredible children, director of Fruitful, co-director of Smile on Seniors Instagram‍ ‍Email‍ ‍ Connect with us: Website‍ ‍Instagram - send us a message YouTube‍ ‍Facebook‍ ‍TikTok‍ ‍LinkedIn‍ ‍

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Are you hesitant to invest in in-person events or retreats? In today's episode, I'm chatting with creative educator coach Laylee Emadi about how nothing replaces the experience you get from being in the room. We're sharing what to expect when you're attending in-person events, how to get the most out of your investment, and the responsibilities of both educator and attendee. The Shoot It Straight Podcast is brought to you by Sabrina Gebhardt, photographer and educator. Join us each week as we discuss what it's like to be a female creative entrepreneur while balancing entrepreneurship and motherhood. If you're trying to find balance in this exciting place you're in, yet willing to talk about the hard stuff too, Shoot It Straight Podcast is here to share practical and tangible takeaways to help you shoot it straight. This episode is brought to you by More Money, Less Burnout, a 14-day business reset. Each day includes short audios plus one tiny action step to help you create more income, better boundaries, and some breathing room in your business. Grab the free reset today! Review the Show Notes:Meet Laylee (1:55)Laylee's early experiences of “getting in the room” (3:26)What's so great about being in the room (10:03)Witnessing impactful moments in-person (15:19)Why people choose not to participate in events or retreats (20:23)Responsibilities of both attendee and educator (27:23)Advice for the entrepreneur who feels like she doesn't belong (33:08)What changes first once you get into the room (35:46)The best transformations we've seen at events (38:22)Why more growth happens in-person (42:26)To the woman who keeps not signing up (44:43)Mentioned in this Episode:More Money, Less Burnout: sabrinagebhardt.com/business-resetRoot to Rise: sabrinagebhardt.com/mastermind-waitlistConnect with Laylee:Website: layleeemadi.comInstagram: instagram.com/laylee_emadiThe Creative Educator Conference: layleeemadi.com/conferenceThe Laylee Emadi Podcast: layleeemadi.com/category/podcast-episodesConnect with Sabrina:Website: sabrinagebhardt.comInstagram: instagram.com/xo.sabrinagebhardtTikTok: tiktok.com/@xo.sabrinagebhardt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The story of Air Force General David Goldfein, who miraculously survived after his plane was shot down over Serbia in 1999, has since become military legend. Today, he joins School of War to recount the harrowing rescue mission that saved him, how he stayed alive  behind enemy lines, and the lessons his remarkable career offers about leadership, airpower, and preparing America for the next war. 2:43 An Air Force Family 3:25 Rejected by the Air Force Academy 6:39 Becoming an F-16 Pilot 8:12 What Makes a Great Fighter Pilot? 12:36 Information Overload in Combat 15:28 Goldfein's First Combat Mission 19:57 Training for Confidence Under Fire 21:37 A Leadership Lesson from the Gulf War 24:32 Shot Down Over Serbia 28:51 Surviving Behind Enemy Lines 31:48 The Race to Rescue Goldfein 36:22 Guiding the Rescue Helicopter 44:50 The Impact on His Family 48:53 Witnessing the Attack on the Pentagon 51:19 Digitizing the American Military This episode of School of War is brought to you by Maven Smart System, the builder platform for the American warfighter, fielded across the force and live on the frontline today. Learn more at palantir.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Bible Answer Man broadcast (08/31/26), Hank answers the following questions:What is the biblical perspective on universal healthcare? Isn't conservative Christian opposition to universal healthcare a contradiction? Kurt - Billings, MO (0:45)Can you explain Revelation 20:3-7 where Satan is bound for 1,000 years? Josh - Springfield, MO (8:24)What is a good approach for witnessing to an atheist? Good core study for new believers? Resources? Jerry - KS (15:11)In Genesis 3, it says “the serpent was more cunning than any beast of the field.” Could the other beasts talk like the serpent? Terri - TN (20:55)

Jesus didn't ask us to cheer Him on from a distance. He called us to follow Him, to join His team, and to make an impact in the world. For 5 Sundays in August, we'll be challenged to follow Jesus, build community, serve others, give generously, and reach the lost as we move from being fans in the stands to being players on the field.  DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: CLICK HEREABOUT FEARLESS CHURCHFearless Church is here to help you live boldly for Jesus. Wherever you are in your faith journey, we'll walk with you as you grow, take your next step, and make a difference. Let's pursue a movement of faith together that changes lives—starting with yours! LOCATION & TIMES2601 E. Alex Bell Road, Dayton, OH 45459Sundays - On-campus: 9:30 & 11 AM  |  Online: Facebook & YouTube at 11 AM.Get more info about us at befearless.org.FIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FearlessChurchOhioInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fearlesschurchohio/YouTube: www.youtube.com/@FearlessChurchOhio


Luke carefully investigated eyewitness testimony so that we can know with certainty who Jesus is and what it means to follow Him. Luke 24 The resurrection confirms everything Jesus claimed and launches His followers into mission.

Malika uses this solo episode to trace a personal crisis of faith and the moment nihilism almost took hold. She talks through deconstructing surface-level spirituality, rejecting toxic positivity, and finding a more grounded relationship with Source through honesty, witnessing, and lived experience.Key topicsMalika shares how a season of losses and major life changes pushed her into depression, anger, and spiritual uncertainty.She explains why pop spirituality and manifestation culture stopped working for her when life became more painful and complex.In this episode: she critiques prosperity gospel influences, capitalism, and the grifter side of modern spirituality.She discusses the importance of going back to sources, doing real research, and not relying on social media sound bites.Malika reflects on how teachings from Alan Watts, Baba G, Yogananda, and Rumi helped expand her understanding.She talks about rejecting shame-based religion and why Christianity never felt like home for her.She describes a dark-night-of-the-soul experience where she felt herself step into nihilism and felt the absence of Source.She shares how that terrifying moment became a turning point that reaffirmed her belief that God is real and present.She emphasizes that faith is personal, intimate, and not dependent on perfection or constant positivity.She closes by encouraging listeners to sit honestly with grief, guilt, shame, and joy instead of rushing to spiritual bypass them.Timestamps00:00 - Welcome to the Aligned Life Podcast and the heart of the show00:55 - Why recent losses pushed Malika into spiritual doubt01:53 - Exploring new belief systems and deeper spiritual study02:48 - How prosperity gospel shaped pop spirituality04:16 - Manifestation, abundance, and the problem with commodified faith05:41 - Why you have to research the sources for yourself06:35 - Human design, cultural appropriation, and surface-level systems07:56 - Why Christianity never felt aligned for Malika09:09 - Learning astrology, law of attraction, and pop new age spirituality10:28 - Faith beyond tarot, divination, and return-to-Christianity narratives11:19 - Being stripped of roles, titles, and plans12:41 - Why spirituality cannot be separated from capitalism and power13:38 - The dark night of the soul and facing spiritual collapse14:04 - Witnessing pain instead of spiritual bypassing it15:33 - Why Source is understood as being within, not outside16:28 - The moment nihilism felt real17:53 - What it felt like to feel absolutely nothing18:49 - The experience that convinced her she was still being held20:47 - How she came back from the edge of nihilism21:46 - Different ways the divine can speak to people22:41 - Communion with the divine versus chasing constant downloads23:39 - Why quiet, nervous system regulation, and stillness matter24:35 - Toxic positivity and the limits of pop spirituality25:29 - Discernment, systemic change, and refusing escape mentality26:56 - Shared truths across spiritual traditions27:55 - Why openness matters more than certainty28:53 - Choosing soul-nourishing guidance over capitalist spirituality30:14 - Honest prayer, grieving fully, and letting feelings move through31:12 - Closing reflection on self-love, authenticity, and faithConnect with Malika:• ⁠YouTube⁠• ⁠Instagram

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Check out the full episode: https://greatness.lnk.to/1494DM Dr. Joe Dispenza explores the transformative power of thoughts and meditation in healing, sharing inspiring stories of individuals overcoming seemingly incurable conditions through the mind-body connection. Witnessing cases of muscular dystrophy, military veterans, and even remote healing experiments, Dr. Dispenza challenges conventional models of health, emphasizing the role of consciousness in personal and collective well-being. As he unfolds the possibilities of healing and consciousness, he highlights the profound impact of shifting one's energy on not just personal health but also on the healing of others. Sign up for the Greatness newsletter! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From a strict Mormon upbringing in Texas to the violent world of cartel-connected crime, Tyler's story is one of the wildest we've heard. In this episode, Tyler explains how he went from being a high school kid making money transporting drugs to working around human-smuggling networks along the Texas–Mexico border. He describes witnessing extreme cartel violence at a young age, moving migrants through border towns, becoming involved in violent contract work in Mexico, and later building a large drug business back home. Tyler also opens up about the side of that lifestyle people rarely talk about—the paranoia, emotional numbness, PTSD, memory problems, prison, and the difficulty of returning to a normal life after years surrounded by violence. We discuss: • Growing up in a strict Mormon household • Getting recruited into drug transportation as a teenager • Witnessing cartel violence for the first time • How human-smuggling networks operate along the border • Coyotes, safe houses, spotters, burner phones, and cartel organization • His descent into increasingly violent criminal work • Building a drug business through Snapchat • His 2019 arrest and prison sentence • The lasting psychological effects of the lifestyle • Therapy, family, faith, and trying to rebuild his life This conversation contains descriptions of violence, drug trafficking, and other criminal activity. It is presented for documentary, educational, and entertainment purposes and is not intended to promote or encourage illegal behavior. This Episode Is #Sponsored By The Following: BetterHelp! See the reviews, see what stands out, and see if BetterHelp is right for you. Visit https://betterhelp.com/connect Mood! Head to https://mood.com, browse their amazing selection of functional gummies, and find the perfect gummy for whatever you're dealing with. Use promo code CONNECT at checkout to save 20% on your first order. Join The Patreon For Bonus Content! https://www.patreon.com/theconnectshow 00:00 Intro: Mormon Kid to Cartel Hitman 01:27 Growing Up in a Strict Mormon Household 03:13 Rebelling Against Church Rules 04:16 First Adventure: Driving Heroin 06:40 Close Call: Witnessing a Chainsaw Murder 09:07 The Psychological Aftermath 12:32 Understanding the Cartel's Organization 15:10 Mental Health Struggles and Trauma 20:35 This Episode Is Sponsored By BetterHelp 21:55 Getting Back into Smuggling 23:23 Human Smuggling Operations and Safe Houses 27:18 Evolution into a Hitman 29:04 Cartel's Control and Police Corruption 31:52 The Job: Contract, Payment, and Preparation 36:27 The First Hit and Moral Numbing 40:33 This Episode Is Sponsored By Mood 42:33 Avoiding Addiction and the Double Life 45:08 The Worst Thing Seen: Four Days of Torture 52:00 The Drug Business and Burner Phones 01:10:11 Getting Busted and Going to Prison 01:17:00 Building the Snapchat Drug Empire 01:22:26 Why Keep Doing Hits? 01:24:07 The Last Job and Quitting 01:27:01 Arrest and Prison Sentence 01:30:09 Life After Prison and Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(Tisarana Buddhist Monastery) The theme of this Sunday talk, is witnessing experience as it is. The awakened mind, does not demand anything be different to what it is, in the moment free of judgement. The theme that this builds upon, is "Santitikko"- Something that can be verified for oneself. If we can see suffering for what it is, as its is now, in the moment, we get out of it a little easier. So the practice becomes one of Witnessing the way it is now, first. Action can follow later if necessary.

Witnessing to others at work brings a unique set of tensions for Christians to navigate. In today's panel discussion, pastor Dan interviews Christians in the corporate and small business world to offer their experience sharing Jesus while on the job. -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.

(Tisarana Buddhist Monastery) The theme of this Sunday talk, is witnessing experience as it is. The awakened mind, does not demand anything be different to what it is, in the moment free of judgement. The theme that this builds upon, is "Santitikko"- Something that can be verified for oneself. If we can see suffering for what it is, as its is now, in the moment, we get out of it a little easier. So the practice becomes one of Witnessing the way it is now, first. Action can follow later if necessary.


Luke carefully investigated eyewitness testimony so that we can know with certainty who Jesus is and what it means to follow Him. Luke 22–23 Jesus accomplishes salvation through sacrificial love and forgiveness.

The job of every Christian is to witness to others, regardless of the circumstances. The apostles kept witnessing even though they were told not to, imprisoned, and beaten; we need to be bold.

If you find a great restaurant, or see a good movie, chances are you’re not shy in mentioning it to someone else. We like to pass along helpful suggestions. But so many of us just don’t feel comfortable in suggesting someone consider the hope of the Gospel. We’ll talk about that reluctance today on A NEW BEGINNING as Pastor Greg Laurie continues his studies in the book of Acts. We’ll learn to follow the example of our First Century forefathers and discover the thrill of spreading the Good News. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you find a great restaurant, or see a good movie, chances are you’re not shy in mentioning it to someone else. We like to pass along helpful suggestions. But so many of us just don’t feel comfortable in suggesting someone consider the hope of the Gospel. We’ll talk about that reluctance today on A NEW BEGINNING as Pastor Greg Laurie continues his studies in the book of Acts. We’ll learn to follow the example of our First Century forefathers and discover the thrill of spreading the Good News. — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who are the 'Elect' in the bible? Are these individuals that God has chosen for salvation?Mike, Debi, and Nathan Pearl, with Shalom Brand answer this question and others from the Bible.00:54 Witnessing to people that have been hurt by the church07:07 How to deal with criticisms of Christianity20:07 What history books do you recommend for teenagers?55:31 When do you start talking to your kids like they are Christians?44:32 Who are the 'Elect' in the Bible?49:55 Should a pastor make money off of weekend retreats?52:02 Pregnancy center volunteer58:08 How to share the Gospel with someone who is illiterate?1:06:18 when will all of the saints be resurrected?

They say ask 100,000 times and you shall receive. Popcorn Chicken is back at KFC! Visit our YouTube page at: https://www.youtube.com/@the-compound-pod, video episodes are posted at 9 AM CT on Wednesdays.  Visit ParceRum.com and use code COMPOUND for $10 dollars off your next order of a bottle of Rum!  BRUCE BOLT - Texas-based designer of premium batting gloves: Look good. Hit dingers. ⁠⁠⁠https://brucebolt.us/?afmc=HAPP⁠⁠  On this Week's episode of the Compound Podcast with Ian Happ, the guys discuss Joshua Baez's three homer debut at Wrigley and Ian's perspective watching it from Left Field. The guys also talk about the Happ Foundation's event at Arla, the Field of Dreams game in Iowa and possible future locations for similar events, and the AL East's dominance in the playoff picture. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Paige and Tessa share time talking about what it means to have our faith renewed and to grow in resilience as a Christ follower. You don't want to miss this episode!

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 08/18/2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Matt Discusses The Works of The Devil/ A Roman Catholic Cardinal Exhibits the Remains of St. Agatha/ Veneration of Relics and Other Pagan Practices in EO and the RCC/ An Islam Practitioner Tries to Convince Matt they Believe and Love Jesus/ Tips on Witnessing to an Occultist/ The Islamist Tries it Again/ What About the Cushites?/The Hebrew Israelite Movement/ August 18, 2026

Very often, our attempts to Share Jesus devolve into debates and arguments. It doesn't need to be this way! In today's message Pastor Dan reminds us that as followers of Christ our primary mission is evangelism (sharing the faith), not apologetics (defending the faith). -- GIVE: Visit www.connectcalgary.ca/give to help share #LifeOverflowing across Canada.


Luke carefully investigated eyewitness testimony so that we can know with certainty who Jesus is and what it means to follow Him. Luke 18:35–19:44 Jesus intentionally pursues those far from God.

Challenging our perceptions of reality, Samuel Bercholz and Raghu discuss loosening the ego's grip through meditation and opening to the humor beneath it all.Click HERE to preorder Samuel's upcoming book, Rude Awakenings: An Unconventional Guide to the Buddhist PathThis time on Mindrolling, Samuel and Raghu explore: Dipping a toe into all religions and learning how to meditateThe humble beginnings of Shambhala PublicationsAddictions to ego and so-called reality Witnessing the beautiful emptiness within Chogyam Trungpa RinpocheHow Ram Dass moved within many different spiritual circlesEntering the mind of Buddha through meditation Stepping out of the bureaucracy of egoNot being too serious / blending love and humorAbout Samuel Bercholz:Sam Bercholz is a senior teacher in the Nyingma and Kagyu lineages of Tibetan Buddhism and the founder of Shambhala Publications. He was a close disciple of Kyabje Thinley Norbu Rinpoche and Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, and was empowered by them to teach and given the title Acharya (religious instructor). He has taught extensively in North America, Europe, and Australasia. He was particularly empowered by Kyabje Thinley Norbu Rinpoche to teach from A Cascading Waterfall of Nectar. “What I've learned through Buddhist practice and being with great teachers is that the fixed ideas of reality and viewing the world were 180 degrees off. We experience things exactly backwards. Our habit of reality is so skewed that it makes all perceptions backwards. We choose our realities, and we become addicted to keeping that reality going.” –Samuel BercholzSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's been almost one year since Charlie Kirk was murdered on the campus of Utah Valley University. Now, we're learning that hundreds of people who were there -- who witnessed the shooting -- have applied for victim benefits. At the same time, we're learning about some controversy surrounding the way UVU plans to honor Charlie Kirk on the anniversary of his death. For this segment, Inside Sources digs into both stories.

The late Robin Foy is possibly the most experienced and successful organizer and promoter of physical mediumship circles in the last century. He is the founder of the Noah's Ark Society as well as the Scole Group. He is author of In Pursuit of Physical Mediumship and Witnessing the Impossible. Here he describes his current project of establishing a center for the cultivation of physical mediiumship at a property near Antequera, Spain. He also reviews the history of his pursuit of physical mediumship starting in 1973 when he joined a circle dedicated to this work. He shares many highlights from his experiences over the past 48 years – including spirit materializations, levitations, apports, teleportation of animals, independent or direct voice, and guidance through mental mediums. He reflects on his work with the Noah's Ark Society and the revival of physical mediumship. New Thinking Allowed host, Jeffrey Mishlove, PhD, is author of The Roots of Consciousness, Psi Development Systems, and The PK Man. Between 1986 and 2002 he hosted and co-produced the original Thinking Allowed public television series. He is the recipient of the only doctoral diploma in "parapsychology" ever awarded by an accredited university (University of California, Berkeley, 1980). He is also the Grand Prize winner of the 2021 Bigelow Institute essay competition regarding the best evidence for survival of human consciousness after permanent bodily death. He is Co-Director of Parapsychology Education at the California Institute for Human Science. (Recorded on April 22, 2021) For a complete, updated list with links to all of our videos, see https://newthinkingallowed.com/Listings.htm. Check out the New Thinking Allowed Foundation website at http://www.newthinkingallowed.org. There you will find our incredible, searchable database as well as opportunities to shop and to support our video productions – plus, this is where people can subscribe to our FREE, weekly Newsletter and can download a FREE .pdf copy of our quarterly magazine. To order high-quality, printed copies of our quarterly magazine: NTA-Magazine.MagCloud.com Check out New Thinking Allowed's AI chatbot. You can create a free account at awakin.ai/open/jeffreymishlove. When you enter the space, you will see that our chatbot is one of several you can interact with. While it is still a work in progress, it has been trained on 1,600 NTA transcripts. It can provide intelligent answers about the contents of our interviews. It's almost like having a conversation with Jeffrey Mishlove. If you would like to join our team of volunteers, helping to promote the New Thinking Allowed YouTube channel on social media, editing and translating videos, creating short video trailers based on our interviews, helping to upgrade our website, or contributing in other ways (we may not even have thought of), please send an email to friends@newthinkingallowed.com. To download and listen to audio versions of the New Thinking Allowed videos, please visit our new podcast at https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/new-thinking-allowed-audio-podcast/id1435178031. Download and read Jeffrey Mishlove's Grand Prize essay in the Bigelow Institute competition, Beyond the Brain: The Survival of Human Consciousness After Permanent Bodily Death, go to https://www.bigelowinstitute.org/docs/1st.pdf. You can help support our video productions while enjoying a good book. To order a copy of New Thinking Allowed Dialogues: Is There Life After Death? click on https://amzn.to/3LzLA7Y (As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.) To order the second book in the New Thinking Allowed Dialogues series, Russell Targ: Ninety Years of ESP, Remote Viewing, and Timeless Awareness, go to https://amzn.to/4aw2iyr To order a copy of New Thinking Allowed Dialogues: UFOs and UAP – Are We Really Alone?, go to https://amzn.to/3Y0VOVh To order a copy of Charles T. Tart: Seventy Years of Exploring Consciousness and Parapsychology, go to https://amzn.to/4oOUJLn To order Witnessing the Impossible: The Diary of the Scole Experiment by Robin Foy, go to https://amzn.to/4fqseRz

Someone tells you they're a Christian. What should you ask next? On this Witness Wednesday, listen in as Todd demonstrates how to move past labels, uncover what people actually believe, and naturally steer conversations toward the gospel. Segment 1 • Todd meets Francisco, a professing Christian who believes there's room for other religions. • How do you challenge religious pluralism without getting lost in an argument? • Learn how a few simple questions can reveal what someone really believes about Jesus. Segment 2 • Oren says he's a Christian and knows he's going to heaven—but Todd keeps asking questions. • What should you ask to find out whether someone actually understands the gospel? • Why you shouldn't end the conversation just because someone says, “I'm a Christian.” Segment 3 • Jesse doesn't believe in God, sees nothing wrong with pornography, and isn't bothered by the thought of hell. • What do you say when someone seems completely unmoved by the consequences of sin? • Watch how digging deeper uncovers something far more personal behind Jesse's unbelief. Segment 4 • A psychology student believes people are basically good and morality depends on the situation. • See how Todd uses everyday questions about lying, stealing, and lust to challenge that worldview. • Learn how to move naturally from morality to the good news of the gospel. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

Olesya Lyuzna is the author of the Ginny Dugan Mysteries debuting with Glitter in the Dark and the just-released Liars in Paradise (both Simon & Schuster), a queer, female-driven noir series set in the glittering shadows of New York in the Jazz Age. Olesya was Born in Odesa, Ukraine but has spent most of her life in Toronto, where she engages in various creative pursuits, including hosting murder mystery parties and exploring archives for unsolved crimes. Her debut novel, Glitter in the Dark, was recognized in 2020 with a mentorship in the Pitch Wars program, highlighting her talent in the genre. Praise for Olesya Lyuzna's Series Ginny Dugan, her gossip column heroine is pushing hard to do something more meaningful. Witnessing the kidnapping of a famous torch singer at a speakeasy in Harlem, opens the door to becoming a private investigator. https://olesyalyuzna.net/ Ginny sits comfortably among the ranks of classic private eyes, with all the moral ambiguity and world-weariness noir fans could want—plus a welcome dash of queerness, courtesy of a sapphic romance subplot."—Publishers Weekly "This debut turns back the clock with authentic detail and sharply drawn characters and a strong sense of violence and lawlessness."—FirstCLUE "Lyuzna lays on the period detail and springs surprises just where you don't expect them. A colorful period debut that's clearly laying the groundwork for a series."—Kirkus Host Sue Hinkin's Website: https://www.suehinkin.com Music by Peter Tavalin htps://www.petertavalin.com Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gSmxR95Sb94 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/20msqQOX5Du4xqzcCnW7rK Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/olesya-lyunza-the-femme-detectives-ep-3/id687959058?i=1000782999557

Erica Lorentz is a Jungian Analyst with over forty years of clinical experience. She is a training analyst at the Jung Institute of New England. She is author of Body As Shadow: Jung's Method of Embodied Healing. Her website is https://ericalorentz.com/ Erica explores Carl Jung's understanding of the body as an essential pathway to the unconscious rather than a mere physical vessel. She describes how authentic movement, active imagination, and the subtle body can deepen psychological healing, transform trauma, and restore the connection between psyche, soul, and embodiment. Lorentz also examines Jung's relationship to imagination, the feminine, spirituality, and the role of the body as a living expression of the soul. 00:00:00 Introduction 00:02:17 Body as shadow 00:07:24 Authentic movement 00:13:20 Witnessing the unconscious 00:18:22 Healing through embodiment 00:25:55 The subtle body 00:31:15 Active imagination 00:39:16 Archetypes and soul 00:49:16 Conclusion New Thinking Allowed host, Jeffrey Mishlove, PhD, is author of The Roots of Consciousness, Psi Development Systems, and The PK Man. Between 1986 and 2002 he hosted and co-produced the original Thinking Allowed public television series. He is the recipient of the only doctoral diploma in "parapsychology" ever awarded by an accredited university (University of California, Berkeley, 1980). He is also the Grand Prize winner of the 2021 Bigelow Institute essay competition regarding the best evidence for survival of human consciousness after permanent bodily death. He is Co-Director of Parapsychology Education at the California Institute for Human Science. (Recorded on June 29, 2026) For a complete, updated list with links to all of our videos, see https://newthinkingallowed.com/Listin.... Check out the New Thinking Allowed Foundation website at http://www.newthinkingallowed.org. There you will find our incredible, searchable database as well as opportunities to shop and to support our video productions – plus, this is where people can subscribe to our FREE, weekly Newsletter and can download a FREE .pdf copy of our quarterly magazine. To order high-quality, printed copies of our quarterly magazine: NTA-Magazine.MagCloud.com Check out New Thinking Allowed's AI chatbot. You can create a free account at awakin.ai/open/jeffreymishlove. When you enter the space, you will see that our chatbot is one of several you can interact with. While it is still a work in progress, it has been trained on 1,600 NTA transcripts. It can provide intelligent answers about the contents of our interviews. It's almost like having a conversation with Jeffrey Mishlove. If you would like to join our team of volunteers, helping to promote the New Thinking Allowed YouTube channel on social media, editing and translating videos, creating short video trailers based on our interviews, helping to upgrade our website, or contributing in other ways (we may not even have thought of), please send an email to friends@newthinkingallowed.com. To download and listen to audio versions of the New Thinking Allowed videos, please visit our new podcast at https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/n.... Download and read Jeffrey Mishlove's Grand Prize essay in the Bigelow Institute competition, Beyond the Brain: The Survival of Human Consciousness After Permanent Bodily Death, go to https://www.bigelowinstitute.org/docs.... You can help support our video productions while enjoying a good book. To order a copy of New Thinking Allowed Dialogues: Is There Life After Death? click on https://amzn.to/3LzLA7Y (As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.) To order the second book in the New Thinking Allowed Dialogues series, Russell Targ: Ninety Years of ESP, Remote Viewing, and Timeless Awareness, go to https://amzn.to/4aw2iyr To order a copy of New Thinking Allowed Dialogues: UFOs and UAP – Are We Really Alone?, go to https://amzn.to/3Y0VOVh To order a copy of Charles T. Tart: Seventy Years of Exploring Consciousness and Parapsychology, go to https://amzn.to/4oOUJLn To order Body as Shadow by Erica Lorentz, go to https://amzn.to/4yF9gy0

In this episode I am joined by Samuel Bercholz, a senior teacher in the Nyingma and Kagyu lineages of Tibetan Buddhism, founder of Shambala publications, and author of “Rude Awakenings: An Unconventional Guide to the Buddhist Path”. Samuel recalls his childhood as the son of holocaust survivors, his arrival in America as a refugee, his rapid ascent in the Democratic party as part of the Kennedy campaign, and his eventual disillusionment with politics. Samuel describes his early spiritual seeking in theosophy and Buddhism, details his first experience of satori, and explains the process of learning to trust his gurus. Samuel tells stories of his years of discipleship under controversial spiritual teachers such as Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche and Thinley Norbu Rinpoche, offers his insights about how to be a vajrayana student, and reflects on what it takes to be the disciple of tough masters. … Also available on Youtube, iTunes, & Spotify – search ‘Guru Viking Podcast'. … Topics include: 00:00 - Intro 01:02 - Rude Awakenings 02:46 - Child of the holocaust 05:03 - Arriving in America 07:18 - Interest in literature and politics 08:21 - Working for Kennedy 09:32 - Disillusionment with politics 11:16 - Exploring spiritual traditions 12:36 - Theosophy and Buddhism 14:56 - First satori 15:42 - Samuel's mother's preference for Russia 17:24 - Difficulties in America as a refugee and becoming a citizen 10:26 - Samuel's resilience and processing past trauma in meditation 22:22 - Becoming part of the Kennedy office 25:02 - Refugee confidence 26:16 - Samuel's doubts about himself 28:57 - Witnessing politicians lying about Vietnam 30:42 - Having a breakdown 32:32 - Disappointing spiritual teachers and politicians 34:15 - Experience with Lama Anagarika Govinda 38:17 - Developing trust in spiritual teachers 39:42 - Founding of Shambala Publications 41:00 - Years of discipleship under Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche 43:14 - Being with tough gurus 44:10 - Skepticism about Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche 45:34 - Death of Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche 46:43 - How to be a Vajrayana student 49:56 - Samuel's special relationship with Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche 51:37 - Stories about Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche's personal teaching 54:44 - Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche's dark side 58:20 - Comparing enlightened teachers 01:03:09 - Becoming a disciple of Thinley Norbu Rinpoche 01:11:24 - Lineage stories are real 01:12:31 - Lama's commission to Samuel 01:13:19- So easy to miss spiritual opportunities 01:15:19 - Rude Awakenings, breadth and depth 01:16:12 - Why “Rude Awakenings”? … To purchase “Rude Awakenings: vist: - https://www.shambhala.com/rude-awakenings.html For more interviews, videos, and more visit: - https://www.guruviking.com Music ‘Deva Dasi' by Steve James

The show starts off today with everyone saying how great of a Red Sox team this is. Is this team the best turn around team in Boston sports history? Was Marcelo Mayer being traded a warning sign for Roman Anthony if he can't behave? Everyone then questions Luke Murray's decision to bring in his own commentary team for BC basketball. And Jarren Duran recognizes that he hasn't been playing well.

Your stories don't define you. How you tell them will. Hi! I'm Sarah Elkins, your host and chief storymaker at Elkins Consulting. If you've been listening to my show for a while, you've probably noticed a big change in the format in recent weeks. Summertime is hard on podcasters! We lose a lot of our listeners this time of year and it can be difficult to be motivated to keep putting out quality content when we know people aren't as likely to listen. This summer I've been focused on brief, less than 20-minute episodes that keep a person's attention while still offering insights and entertainment. What you've been hearing, and will continue to hear in each episode, is a brief story of pivotal moment in my life, and then a thread pulled to generate insights about it. I have two goals for you, dear listeners: One – to uncover your related story for you to add to your collection to practice and have ready when the opportunity presents itself. And two – to demonstrate storytelling in a practical, approachable way so you hear how I compose my words, phrases, and use tone-of-voice to add dynamics and meaning. In today's episode you'll hear about a pivotal moment that changed me, a story filled with grief and joy in the same moment. Jewish tradition emphasizes that humans are uniquely capable of holding space for seemingly contradictory emotions at the same time, grief & joy, sorrow and gratitude. That it's part of our human experience, and the reason grief can feel so heavy and liberating at the same time. Given that my family experienced a lot of grief over the course of around two years, first my father-in-law, then two close friends who had fatal accidents but were otherwise healthy, and then my father, it's not surprising that those two years had me deeply rethinking my priorities. Which is why this pivotal moment, the one I'm about to describe, came as a surprise to me. I was sitting in a church, attending a memorial service for the mother of a dear family friend. I don't have a memory of reading her obituary, though I'm sure I did. What was deeply memorable was what the majority of people said as they took turns standing and speaking about their mother, grandmother, aunt, colleague, and friend. Almost every one of them mentioned receiving birthday cards and letters every year. They spoke about what it meant to them to see the envelope with her handwriting on it, that they waited until the day of the birthday to open it, no matter how many days ahead it arrived, that they treasured seeing the perfect card she would select, the beautiful, thoughtful words she would write, the way they felt when they held the paper in their hands – seen, loved, valued. Witnessing this outpouring of similar stories made me wonder what stories my family and friends will share when I'm no longer living among them. It was a pivotal moment - a reminder - that if I want to avoid regret, I must live in alignment with how I want to be known. Listeners, now it's your turn - What stories do people tell when you're not around? What stories are you sharing about your loved ones that will continue their legacy beyond your lifetime? The stories we tell about people say everything about who we are and what matters to us, so what stories are people telling about you? Are they consistently in alignment with the legacy you want to leave behind? --- Thanks for listening to Your Stories Don't Define You, How You Tell Them Will. Are you curious to learn about working with me? Visit my website, elkinsconsulting.com to schedule time to chat and sign up for periodic updates about my work. --- About Sarah: Sarah is a Montana based workplace communication trainer, TEDx speaker, DisruptHR speaker, public speaking coach, professional storyteller, musician, and podcast host. Her workshops and coaching packages with teams and their leaders are known to address and reduce miscommunication – the most common cause of tension and stress in the workplace. Using the team's results from the StrengthsFinder assessment, she guides teams in learning to speak each other's "language", learning to value each other's strengths and connecting with each other through enhanced self-reflection and effective listening.  Sarah's nearly 20 years working in government agencies inspired her to complete her MBA and to achieve her StrengthsFinder certification to improve work environments for others, guiding teams toward increased satisfaction, productivity, and happiness. Visit her website to purchase her book, Your Stories Don't Define You in paperback or audiobook.

Mary welcomes missionaries Bamshak Dagwer and his wife Makayla to talk about what it means to grow up in Nigeria under the unending threat of violence and persecution. They are the founders and directors of Seeds of Hope Nigeria, a Christ-centered ministry dedicated to restoring hope to vulnerable and displaced children through the love of Christ. Born and raised in Nigeria, Bamshak survived the horrific religious violence that has plagued his homeland for more than two decades. Witnessing the loss of loved ones and experiencing God's miraculous protection transformed his life and ignited a calling to serve those whose lives have been shattered by conflict. Bamshak met his wife, Makayla, from Green Bay, Wisconsin, while serving as missionaries with Youth With A Mission (YWAM) in the Philippines. After more than ten years of ministry together in the Philippines and Nigeria, they founded Seeds of Hope Nigeria in 2017 in response to God's call to care for displaced children and share the hope of the Gospel. Under their leadership, it has grown into a thriving ministry that provides a safe home, Christian education, discipleship, vocational training, and pastoral care for vulnerable children. Their vision extends beyond meeting immediate needs—they are raising Christ-centered leaders who will bring lasting hope and transformation to Nigeria and beyond. We take our SUFTT conversation international, so the listener can get a taste for what God is doing in another corner of Christendom.     Stand Up For The Truth Videos: https://rumble.com/user/CTRNOnline & https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgQQSvKiMcglId7oGc5c46A

Fundal massage, also known as uterine massage, is often performed as a routine procedure after birth, but research shows it does little to prevent postpartum hemorrhage and can be painful for many. On today's replay episode of the EBB Podcast, nurse, community educator, and advocate Barbie Christensen joins Dr. Rebecca Dekker to talk about the myths surrounding this common postpartum procedure and how it connects to broader patterns of obstetric violence in maternity care. Barbie explains the difference between a fundal assessment, a routine massage, and the massage used to treat active postpartum hemorrhage, and walks through what the evidence actually shows about each approach. She also shares trauma-informed scripts that nurses and providers can use to explain what they are doing and obtain informed consent, even in urgent, fast moving situations. Learn how unit culture, staffing, and fear based practice patterns can affect whether an unnecessary intervention becomes the default standard of care, and how to speak up and advocate for respectful care. (02:40) Barbie's path from special education to labor and delivery nurse (04:36) Witnessing obstetric violence as a new nurse and learning the term (10:52) Defining fundal assessment versus fundal massage (18:06) When uterine massage is actually medically necessary (22:07) Recap: fundal assessment, routine massage, and massage for active hemorrhage (23:01) What the research says about routine fundal massage (26:04) How forceful and painful routine massage can be without consent (30:35) Misinformation about fundal massage on social media (34:11) Scripts for advocating for yourself if massage is done without medical need (37:00) How to assess and massage your own fundus after birth (39:26) What your uterus should feel like in the days after birth (44:35) A message to nurses who want to change their practice (45:11) Trauma-informed scripts for when massage is medically necessary (53:30) Unit culture and unaddressed trauma among nurses and providers Resources The Evidence on Pitocin During the Thrird Stage of Labor: ebbirth.com/thirdstage For more information about Evidence Based Birth and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube! Ready to learn more? Grab a Pocket Guide, the My Doula Visit Workbook, or read Dr. Dekker's book, "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" If you want to get involved at EBB, join our Professional membership (scholarship options available) and get on the waitlist for our EBB Instructor program. Find an EBB Instructor here, and click here to learn more about the EBB Childbirth Class.

On today's episode we welcome Bob Falconer back to the podcast. Bob is an IFS teacher, consultant, and author who has devoted decades to trauma healing and the study of mind and spirit. He co-authored Many Minds, One Self with Dick Schwartz and wrote The Others Within Us. His memoir, Self Unbroken, is out now. It's hard to pick a favorite "Bob" episode, but this one might be my favorite so far. We talk about his daily practice of dialoguing with Spirit, the sewer path to wisdom, what skeptical parts need, and the monk who changed everything for him Takeaways Self may be less like a particle and more like a field.  The high road to wisdom is lined with people waving shiny objects. Bob suggests trudging through the sewer instead. Skeptical parts don't need to be shut down, they need to be invited in. Not knowing is the beginning of knowledge  When a spirit dialogue starts making you feel superior to others, it's your clue the signal has been hijacked Understanding a past life isn't what heals it. Witnessing and unburdening the emotional charge is what changes things Use your client's language instead of imposing yours Here's a link to The One Inside Audio Guides I mentioned in the intro. About Bob A dedicated therapist and teacher of the IFS model, Robert Falconer has contributed significantly to the field through his research and writings. His work focuses on how our minds are not just multiple, but also porous. He brings this lens to IFS, especially in the context of trauma and spiritual experiences. Episode Sponsor This episode is sponsored by Souliology. Souliology offers retreats and immersive learning experiences for IFS professionals, many led by IFS Senior Lead Trainers and eligible for continuing education credits. Their programs support deep professional and personal growth, offering space to step away from the demands of daily life so you can return to your practice more present and resourced for the clients you serve. Souliology: Where growth meets depth. Learn more at souliology.com The Others Within Us: A four-day online experiential workshop with Bob Falconer, March 2027. Learn more and register at Souliology.com About The One Inside I started this podcast to help spread IFS out into the world and make the model more accessible to everyone. Seven years later, that's still at the heart of all we do.  Join The One Inside Substack community for bonus conversations, extended interviews, meditations, and more. Find Self-Led merch at The One Inside store. Listen to episodes and watch clips on YouTube. Follow me on Instagram @ifstammy or on Facebook at The One Inside with Tammy Sollenberger. I co-create The One Inside with Jeff Schrum, a Level 2 IFS practitioner and coach. Resources New to IFS? My book, The One Inside: Thirty Days to Your Authentic Self, is a great place to start. Want a free meditation? Sign up for my email list and get "Get to Know a Should Part" right away. Sponsorship Want to sponsor an episode of The One Inside? Email Tammy. 

It's Mailbag Friday! You've got questions, we've got answers. Segment 1 • Anonymous asks: Should we leave our church if our pastor regularly makes major decisions without the other elders? Segment 2 • Justin asks: Can a husband and wife biblically lead a co-ed Bible study together? Segment 3 • Anonymous asks: Is it a good idea to witness to phone scammers? • Anonymous asks: Should Christian teenagers date? If so, when? Segment 4 • Wyatt asks: Does a recurring struggle with pornography disqualify a man from serving as an elder? • Anonymous asks: If sincere Christians interpret the Bible differently, how can we know who's actually right? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!