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Today's topic is a fascinating one for me. As therapists, we are wired for stories, but telling an effective story online is a struggle for many of us. Fortunately for us, my guest has wisdom and tips to share to help us become awesome storytellers. Join us to learn more!Our Featured GuestKieran DrewKieran Drew lives in Leeds, England, and is my writing coach for Twitter. In an interesting career twist, he was a dentist who left behind his stressful, work-filled life to become a copywriter/storyteller. My first connection to Kieran came through the viral story he wrote about his unique medical experiences as a teenager. He is a talented storyteller who has helped my writing immensely, and I know his insights will be helpful to anyone looking to improve their writing. WebsiteYou'll Learn:Why Kieran made the unconventional transition from dentist to copywriter/storytellerAn overview of Kieran's spinal issues involving a tumor, surgeries, and titanium rods—this is the experience that helped him discover storytelling and a new love for life3 tips to become a better storyteller:Make a story bank by writing down everything that happens to you with specific details.Cut through the noise to impart a lesson. Even in sales, start every point with a story. How specific details make your stories more impactfulHow to draw a “lesson” from each storyHow storytelling breaks down skepticism and improves your selling abilityHow storytelling can be your differentiator in the online worldA storytelling template: what happened/the lesson, why people should care, and a call to actionHow Kieran reviews his story bank to choose his next storyResources:Want to launch your online course?Join our Free 90-Minute Workshop happening on December 10th: Will AI Make My Course Irrelevant? Save your spot at sellingthecouch.com/aiwebinarCheck out our new membership site that's launching in January! Find out more and join the interest list for Haven.
Welcome to the Evangelism Is Easy Podcast, where we equip everyday believers to boldly share their faith and make disciples in their daily lives.In this episode, Pastor Les Cody sits down with Pastor Chris Donald for a bold, unfiltered conversation on the urgency of keeping the gospel pure in a compromised culture. Together, they confront the dangers of watering down truth to attract crowds, what it really looks like to stand strong as the Church in 2025, and why spiritual leadership must be unwavering in the face of cultural and political pressure. Pastor Chris also shares a powerful and confronting moment of witnessing in a mall, along with a testimony of real transformation that reminds us why the uncompromised gospel still works.In this episode, we cover:What it truly looks like to stand strong as the Church in 2025Why the gospel must remain pure so people find Jesus, not just a “clean version” of the worldA bold evangelism moment: “You are creating a god in your own image”A powerful testimony of transformation from a man who encountered Jesus and found true belongingWhy evangelists need bold, uncompromising spiritual leadership as their coveringThe cost of silent pulpits and what happens when churches avoid hard spiritual, cultural, and political truthsHow the presence of God is affected when truth is avoided instead of preachedAction Step:Ask the Holy Spirit, “What's one place this week where I know God is asking me to step out?”Give Him your yes—and let us know in the comments how it goes.Resources and Links: Get equipped to share your faith: www.33rdcompany.org Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/33rdcompany 33rdCompany YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thirtythirdcompany 33rdCompany Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/33rdcompany/ If you want to be equipped to share your faith and make disciples, text SEND ME to 59090.
In this special episode, Kathy and her co-host Linda sit down for a heartfelt conversation about the release of Kathy's brand-new Women in STEM Coloring Book—a three-year passion project created in collaboration with her daughter, Emily. This book showcases contemporary women in STEM, brought to life through hand-drawn illustrations and inspiring biographies.Kathy shares the story behind the book, why representation of real, modern women in STEM matters, and how her daughter's artwork brings these stories to life. They talk through favorite pages, the women featured, the challenges and joys of self-publishing, and the importance of normalizing women in STEM from an early age.Whether you're a parent, educator, or someone passionate about STEM advocacy, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look into creating a resource designed to inspire the next generation.In This Episode We Discuss:The origin and three-year journey of creating the Women in STEM Coloring BookWhy showcasing contemporary women—not just historical figures—is so importantThe need to normalize women in STEM roles for both girls and boysHow Emily created 31 hand-drawn illustrations and character pagesFavorite featured women:A bat scientistA glaciologistA crash test engineerA satellite communications engineerA code breakerHow the biographies and real photos in the back bring authenticity to the bookThe process and unexpected challenges of self-publishing through Amazon KDPKathy's experience approaching local stores and embracing the identity of “author”A fun sidebar about Linda's granddaughter writing and illustrating her own booksWhat comes next as the book launches during holiday seasonAbout the BookSTEM Super Stars: Women of Today Changing the WorldA beautifully illustrated coloring book featuring 25 real women working in STEM fields today. Perfect for kids, classrooms, and anyone who wants to see more representation in science and technology.✔ 31 single-sided coloring pages✔ Science, Technology, Engineering, Math & “Other” categories✔ Real photos and biographies of every woman featured✔ Hand-drawn illustrations by Emily Nelson✔ Created in Minnesota and inspired by women making real impact across the globeBuy the BookAmazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2YSJ9XWBulk or Educational Orders: Contact Kathy at kathy@kathykalenelson.com for informationCreditsHosted by: Kathy Nelson & Linda LaTourelleProduced by: Ordinarily Extraordinary PodcastMusic: Custom intro/outro by Kay PaulusSupport the show
We just wrapped our second Young Men's Conference, and I'm still taking in the power, the stories, and the lessons this year brought.From 220 registered to nearly 100 young men showing up in person, this year felt bigger, bolder, and more aligned with the work we've been building: helping young men normalize vulnerability, step into their strengths, and see themselves in community with mentors who truly see them.This episode is a reflective solo cast on what went well, what surprised us, and how we're preparing for a global expansion of the movement in 2026.The growth of the Young Men's Conference from 50 to 100 participantsWhat young men actually said about their experienceWhy “normalizing vulnerability” remains a radical actWhat we learned from the 100+ youth who didn't show up, and how to reach them next yearThe global partners activating this movement around the worldA call to action for parents, mentors, schools, and anyone who cares about young menTimestamps(0:00) Welcome & why this episode is a reflection on the conference(2:30) What worked: attendance, workshops, volunteers & community support(4:48) How we expanded to a bigger venue and deeper partnerships(7:14) Parent testimonials and powerful stories from young men(9:40) Why “normalizing vulnerability” is the theme—and why it matters(11:30) What we learned from 220 registrants but only 100 attendees(14:07) Alberto & Parth share behind-the-scenes insights(18:00) Why this work matters even more after recent tragedies(20:30) The “critical gap” and our responsibility to young men(22:15) A call to action as we prepare for 2026Join / Contribute to the Young Men's ConferenceJoin/Contribute to our Young Men's Conference 2026: https://everforwardclub.orgJoin our Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/efc-young-mens-advocates-2345Submit Questions, Reflections, or Episode IdeasEmail us: totmpod100@gmail.comCreate your mask anonymously: https://millionmask.org/Connect with Ashanti BranchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/branchspeaks/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BranchSpeaksTwitter: https://twitter.com/BranchSpeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashantibranch/Website: https://www.branchspeaks.com/Support the Podcast & Ever Forward ClubHelp us continue creating spaces for young men to be seen, heard, and supported:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/branch-speaks/supportConnect with Ever Forward ClubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/everforwardclubFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/everforwardclubTwitter: https://twitter.com/everforwardclubLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ever-forward-club/#unmaskingwithmaleeducators #millionmaskmovement #takingoffthemask #totm #doace #UNWME #diaryofaconfusededucator #youngmensconference #normalizevulnerability #everforwardclub
Pee-wee's Playhouse: "Playhouse for Sale"Come on in, and pull yourself up a chair (Like Chairry!) Kevin Cafferty joins us for the series finale of the hugely popular fusion of Saturday Morning kids edutainment and underground surrealist performance art, and its melancholy clip show goodbye inspired by Howdy Doody. We get into the alt-comedy and punk roots of the Pee-wee Herman character, Pee-wee mania in the 80s, the horrible ways Paul Reubens and his sexuality was handled by the media, and why this finale centers on Miss Yvonne and the playhouse puppets rather than Pee-wee himself.Check out Kevin's Podcasts:Gleaming the TubeBest Stuff in the WorldA proud part of The Glitterjaw Queer Podcast CollectiveTip us on Ko-Fi | Gimmicks WebsiteEmail: gimmickspodcast@gmail.com | Bluesky | InstagramTheme song: "Disco Tears" by Raven | Creative Commons Attribution 3.0Sources: Inside Pee-wee's Playhouse: The Untold, Unauthorized, and Unpredictable Story of a Pop Phenomenon (2012) by Caseen GainesPee-wee as Himself (2025) a documentary by Matt WolfNo Trick, Just a Treat (2021) by Chris Azzopardi for Philadelphia Gay NewsCritics Notebook: ‘Pee-wee's Playhouse redux: Bonus talk with Paul Reubens” by Robert Lloyd for the LA TimesAlison Mork - Under the Puppet #91Kevin Carlson - Under the Puppet #9
There's a kind of loneliness that doesn't just live in your thoughts — it lives in your body...It's the ache in your chest when you see another couple holding hands.The quiet in the house that feels too loud.The impulse to pour a glass of wine or take something to help you not feel so much.In this episode of Dear Divorce Diary, Dawn, Joy, and Tiff guide you through a custom EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) tapping practice designed to help you release the nervous system pain of being single in a couple's world — and remember that belonging starts within.Before the guided sequence, you'll learn how EFT actually works:Why we tap on certain meridian points, what each one helps release (grief, shame, resentment, fear), and how those points help regulate your nervous system when loneliness hits hard.Then, together, they lead you through a real-time tapping meditation to help your body feel safe again — safe to feel, safe to rest, and safe to belong to yourself.✨ In this episodeWhat EFT really does to calm the post-divorce nervous systemThe nine meridian points and the emotions they help releaseA step-by-step guided tapping sequence for the ache of being single in a couple's worldA nervous system reframe that turns “alone” into “at home in myself”
Get your spot in a Event in Austin, Toronto or Mexico: https://form.typeform.com/to/PlRzP8TRHigher Self App Feedback: https://form.typeform.com/to/DmMMCQXJIn this episode of The Money Mindset and Manifestation Show, Marley shares a game-changing analogy she learned from her mentor that completely shifted how she shows up in business: the power of Rolex Watch Energy. This perspective will change the way you think about the value of your offers, how you present them, and how you magnetize clients without fear or doubt.Topics Covered:What “Rolex Watch Energy” is and how it applies to your businessWhy being deeply rooted in your value attracts more abundanceHow to stop worrying about people not buying from youThe link between value, income, and convictionWhy the best products and services sell themselvesHow playing small doesn't serve you—or the worldA powerful quote from Marianne Williamson on shining your lightAction-Oriented Episode Focus:Your invitation today is to embody Rolex Watch Energy in your life and business:Back your offers with conviction.Upgrade your product or service until you know it's the best.Release fear around whether people will buy.Allow your light to shine, knowing it gives others permission to do the same.Resources:Higher Self App: Dive deeper into recalibrating your mind and clearing your subconscious blocks. [Link to app]Follow Marley's YouTube ChannelFollow Marley on Instagram Follow along with Marley at @marleyroseharris, view her website at marleyrose.ca, or send her an email to hello@marleyrose.ca! Submitting a review? Screen shot your review and send it to hello@marleyrose.ca to get your free track to clear any blocks to manifest your desires! Thank you
"God is intimately involved in all human affairs." -Isha DasIn this episode of the Wrestling with God podcast, Isha Das talks about the intense love of God and how we can use this love as a force for good.Wrestling with God podcast: Season 5 // Episode 7: I am the Light of the WorldA talk given by Isha Das, August 21, 2025.For more information visit https://assisi-institute.org/You can also find us at:https://www.instagram.com/isha_das_craig_bullock/https://www.instagram.com/assisi.institute/https://www.facebook.com/Assisi.Institutehttps://www.instagram.com/assisiyoga/
This week, Nick gets redemption for his Ironman Wisconsin DNF from 2022 and officially becomes an Ironman. We share some updates on Team TTL, give a preview of what Eric can expect in his first Swimrun race, and even get to some listener-submitted questions. This week we discussed:Our favorite mid-day snacksJet lag and trainingRacing in buoyancy shorts instead of a wetsuitWhen to replace a tubeless tireOur favorite places to live and race in the worldA big thank you to our podcast supporters who keep the podcast alive! To submit a question for the podcast and to become a podcast supporter, head over to ThatTriathlonLife.com/podcast
Welcome to this week's True Fiction Project Podcast. We are in between seasons and in this special episode, we are mashing up three talented children's book authors from Season 6, each bringing unique stories inspired by personal experiences. These episodes include Your Heart's Voice, Leave Your Mark On The World, and The Dragon and the Mysterious Artifact: Tales from the Clinic. All three stories touch on different heartstrings: handling grief, boosting self-esteem, and following your dreams. Tune in today for interview snippets and stories, and find the link to the full episodes in the notes below. Let's jump right in!Also, Reenita is giving away free copies of her children's book, Sundri and Mundri's Lohri Adventure! Email her at reenita.malhotra@gmail.com or reach out on Instagram at @reenita_storyteller.IN THIS EPISODE:(00:30) Reenita shares information about her children's book, titled Sundri and Mundri's Lohri Adventure, and she is offering free copies! Email her at reenita.malhotra@gmail.com or reach out on Instagram at @reenita_storyteller(01:32) Interview snippet with Renee Green Murphy. She shares how grief from her brother's 2022 loss inspired Your Heart's Voice(03:30) Excerpt from Your Heart's Voice by Renee Green Murphy(08:53) Interview snippet with Erica Silverman discussing her daughter's self-esteem issues, inspiring Leave Your Mark On The World(09:40) Excerpt from Leave Your Mark On The World (12:38) Interview snippet with Vicky McGrath. She shares how her daughter's veterinary dreams inspired The Dragon and the Mysterious Artifact: Tales from the Clinic(15:06) Excerpt from The Dragon and the Mysterious Artifact: Tales from the Clinic KEY TAKEAWAYS:Renee Green Murphy's Your Heart's Voice uses grief and intuition to craft a children's book that promotes self-awareness, helping young readers navigate emotions through a heartfelt story inspired by personal loss.Erica Silverman's Leave Your Mark On The World inspires self-esteem and perseverance in children's literature, showing a marker's journey to become permanent through kindness, resonating with young readers.Vicky McGrath's The Dragon And The Mysterious Artifact: Tales from the Clinic brings a veterinary clinic to life in a middle-grade graphic novel, using a hometown setting to engage readers with themes of friendship and aspiration.Subscribe to Reenita's Storytelling Den on Substack for free! https://substack.com/@reenitahora FICTION CREDITS:Your Heart's Voice A short story written and read by Renee Green MurphyYour Heart's Voice - Website Renee Greene Murphy - WebsiteRenee Greene Murphy - LinkedInLeave Your Mark on the WorldA short story written and read by Erica SilvermanErica Silverman - WebsiteErica Silverman - LinkedInThe Dragon And The Mysterious Artifact: Tales from the Clinic A short story written and read by Vicky McGrathVicky McGrath - WebsiteVicky McGrath - LinkedInThe Dragon and the Mysterious Artifact: Tails from the Clinic: Book 1RESOURCES:S6 Ep 2 - Your Heart's Voice–True Fiction Project S6 Ep 3 - Leave Your Mark on the World - True Fiction Project S6 Ep 7 - The Dragon and the Mysterious Artifact: Tales from the Clinic - True Fiction ProjectHOST RESOURCESWebsiteLinkedIn Tiktok Instagram Facebook Twitter (X) Substack Threads LinkTree Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/true-fiction-project/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Redemption Hill Ranch is more than a farm — it's a refuge where hurting hearts find hope. In this inspiring conversation, Sarah Buffman shares how God called her from city life to create a place where horses help people heal mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. From transforming the lives of struggling schoolchildren to helping adults rediscover their worth, Sarah reveals the powerful connection between horses, faith, and personal growth.What You'll Learn in This Episode:How Sarah blends faith and equine therapy to help people overcome trauma and anxietyThe surprising ways horses reflect our inner worldA moving story of a child's life transformed through horse therapyHow COVID's impact on mental health inspired new approaches in schools and communitiesWhy healing is a process — and the role of resilience in lasting changeResources & Links Mentioned in This Episode:Website: redemptionhillranch.orgFacebook: Redemption Hill Ranch – VassarAddress:2265 Ringle RdVassar, MI 48768
CASEY'S GENERAL STORES, INC.At last year's annual meeting in August, shareholders were asked YES or NO on CEO Darren Robelez's pay plan. To help them make a decision on the pay practices they had information like the ratio of the annual total compensation of Casey's General Stores CEO to that of its median employee for the 2024 fiscal year, commonly known as the CEO Pay Ratio. Let's begin the quiz there:According to the company's SEC filing, at what point in the fiscal year 2024 did CEO Darren earn the compensation of his company's median employee?12:35:33 PM on January 1st, the first day of the work year, meaning his pay CEO pay ratio was 579:1Additionally, the CEO's target equity award was $6.7M. In the worst case scenario where every single peer company outperformed Casey's General Stores in terms of total shareholder return, how much equity could the CEO receive?$5,025,000, reflecting a TSR Modifier of -25%.Accordingly, based in part on the information you have just learned, what percentage of Casey's shareholders voted against his pay practices?2%Bonus question: According to the company's 2025 SEC filing, at what point in the fiscal year 2025 did CEO Darren earn the compensation of his company's median employee? Remember, it was 12:35:33 PM on January 1st, the first day of the work year.12:32:05 PM on January 1st, the first day of the work year: 3 minutes and 28 seconds earlier. AGM: 9/3/2025589:1 CEO pay ratio CEO Darren Robelez 98% YESPay committee: *Former BJ's Restaurants CEO Gregory Trojan, Oobli CEO Allison Wing2024 AGM99.1% YES average33% Influence CEO/Chair: 20% YES SHP independent board chair policy-13% gender influence gap: Darren M. Rebelez (33%) & Gregory A. Trojan (14%)CROWDSTRIKE HOLDINGS, INC.A recent Fortune article called Laying off workers because of AI is more of a fashionable excuse than a real business imperative cites CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz linking 5% job cuts to the cybersecurity company's need to double down on AI investments to “accelerate execution and efficiency.” Kurtz said: “AI flattens our hiring curve, and helps us innovate from idea to product faster.”First question, are CrowdStrike shareholders also given the privilege to “accelerate execution and efficiency”? How many total years does it take for a CrowdStrike investor to vote on all nine board members?3 years, classified board.This is important because clearly shareholders were not completely pleased this year: 34% said NO Pay Committee Chair Cary Davis while 38% said NO to Nomination Committee chair Laura Schumacher2% NO CEO KurtzConsidering the board influence of Founder/CEO/Director and third largest shareholder George Kurtz, investors would typically be best served with a board provides an effective counterbalance to his control. Of the board's eight independent directors, what percentage has served for at least a decade alongside Kurtz?Four directors, or half.Again, to counteract his control, investors should expect regular board refreshment. How many new directors have joined the board in the last 5 years?One, Johanna Flower, the only director who sits on zero board committees. She joined the board in January 2023Kurtz already owns $2.7B of Crowdstrike shares. What percentage of his annual pay consists of equity?90%, with a target equity award of $35M.Finally, CrowdStrike's infamous 2024 software update is commonly described as what?The largest outage in the history of information technology.In 2024, CrowdStrike released a software update that disrupted millions of Microsoft Windows systems around the worldA faulty update to its Falcon sensor platform led to the "Blue Screen of Death" on millions of machines, bringing critical operations to a standstill across numerous sectors.The immediate and most visible impact was the widespread and severe disruption to the global economy. The financial toll is estimated to be in the billions of dollars. Key sectors affected include:Aviation: Major airlines like Delta, United, and American Airlines grounded thousands of flights, disrupting travel for millions and costing airlines hundreds of millions of dollars.Healthcare: Access to electronic health records was hindered, leading to the cancellation of surgeries and appointments. This disruption posed a direct risk to patient care and safety.Financial Services: Banks and financial institutions faced outages that affected everything from ATM services to online banking and stock trading. This not only resulted in financial losses but also eroded consumer confidence.Government and Emergency Services: The outage impacted various government agencies and even emergency services in some areas, highlighting a significant threat to public safety and national security.For Mr. Kurtz, the amount for fiscal 2025 also includes approximately (i) $104,279 for costs related to personal security for Mr. Kurtz and his family at his residences and (ii) $898,426 for costs related to personal usage of private aircraft.As part of our sales and marketing activities, we sponsor a CrowdStrike-branded professional racing car, which Mr. Kurtz drives in some races at no incremental cost to us and in lieu of us hiring a professional driver. As we do not pay any amounts to Mr. Kurtz under these arrangements, it is not reflected in the above table.No vote on payTARGET CORPORATIONTarget foot traffic is still suffering 6 months post-boycott. An industry veteran says the retailer's problems are bigger than curtailing DEITarget Boycott Leader Jamal Bryant Is Arriving on CEOs' Radar ScreensInside Target, Frustrated Employees and Search for New CEOThis article from the WSJ says:Many Target shoppers are frustrated with the retailer. Many Target employees are too.In early June, a companywide survey showed that roughly half of Target's employees didn't think the company was making the changes necessary to compete effectively. About 40% of the roughly 260,000 staffers who replied said they didn't have confidence in the company's future. The scores—which declined from a year ago—were even lower for those staffers at Target's headquarters in Minneapolis.The worker sentiment data reflects the challenges ahead for the company as it prepares to navigate a leadership change and turn around 10 quarters of flat or falling sales in an increasingly complex consumer environment.Based on what I just told you, TRUE or FALSE on this next headline from Fortune? Is this real or am I making it up? Target's CEO succession tilts toward an insider and company liferTrue. The leading contender appears to be: Michael Fiddelke is executive vice president and chief operating officer for Target and a member of its leadership team.Since joining Target in 2003 as an intern, Michael has held a variety of leadership positions across the organization, including finance, merchandising, human resources and operations. He most recently served as Target's chief financial officer. In addition to his Target responsibilities, Michael serves on the board of Shipt, Target's wholly-owned subsidiary.Compensation & Human Capital Management Committee: “Management development and succession planning. Senior management development, evaluation, and succession planning, including CEO succession planning.”Ms. Lozano (Chair)Mr. BakerMr. BarrettMr. KnaussMs. LeahyCORECIVIC, INC.-17% gender influence gap:Robert J. Dennis 17%: retiringCEO Damon T. Hininger 17% (2009-)On February 15, 2024, in recognition of the substantial contributions made by our Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Hininger, to the Company, and to encourage retention of Mr. Hininger for a multi-year period, our Compensation Committee, determined to provide a Special One-Time Award to Mr. Hininger. This award consisted of 70,225 performance-based RSUs at a fair market value of $14.24 per share, the approximate equivalent of $1,000,000 at the time of award. The Compensation Committee believes this Special One-Time Award is designed to incentivize Mr. Hininger's performance and retain him for a multi-year period.On August 18, 2025, CoreCivic, Inc., a Maryland corporation (the “Company”) announced that Damon T. Hininger, the Company's Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”), will step down as CEO and resign from his position on the Company's Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective as of January 1, 2026 (the “Transition Date”). Patrick Swindle, who currently serves as the Company's President and Chief Operating Officer, will assume the role of CEO of the Company, effective as of the Transition Date, and will continue serving as the President of the Company. Additionally, the Board will appoint Mr. Swindle to the Board to fill the vacancy created by Mr. Hininger's resignation as of the Transition Date.Chair Mark A. Emkes 17% (2014-)John R. Prann 13% (2000-)Thurgood Marshall 12% (2002-)Devin I Murphy 9%2025 AGM: 99% YES director average; 97% YES PAYShort-term pay: if NONE of four strategic goals achieved CEO still receives 80% of bonusLong-term: If Lowest quartile TSR results is only 20% reduction of long-term awards: “If the Company's absolute TSR for the performance period is less than zero, the rTSR modifier shall not exceed 1.0x for the performance period”WHO DO YOU BLAME FOR PAYING A MULTI YEAR “RETENTION BONUS” WHO QUITS AFTER ONE YEAR?Pay committee included Dennis*, Emkes (17%, 11 yrs), Prann (13%, 25 yrs)Donald Trump - after donating to Trump, his immigration orders have swelled the amount of work Hininger has to do and he burnt out with excitementThe zero female board leadership - there was no mom to say it was a bad ideaThe amount of the award - $1m in 2025?? The stock is up 45% thanks to our prison state, and even with the massive stock bump, the award is still worth less than $2m… it's an insult, not an awardThe prisoners who keep claiming the prisons are dangerous - there have been more than 120 reports and exposes in the last 10 years alone that found Corecivic were complicit in family separations, deaths, cancelled contracts due to conditions in the prisons, and other human rights violationsO'Reilly Automotive, Inc.Vote discount for wearing the uniform:First appearance in the proxy of the uniform shirts were actually ORANGE shirts in 2021, blue shirt introduced in 2024 proxySince 2021, directors who wear the uniform average 92.9% votes for, while directors not wearing shirts average 96.8% forWHO DO WE BLAME FOR THE UNIFORM DISCOUNT?Old timers - average start year for a uniform wearer is 1998, and for a non-exec 2006. Average start year for a non-uniform wearer is 2021.The color orange - the orange shirt wearers average 90.4% votes for, while blue got 92.6% forHaving a third of the board be executives - O'Reilly is a single class stock where the O'Reilly family owns less than 5% (all execs own less than 3% collectively), and yet somehow investors think there should be no less than 3 executive directors at any time - who are entirely responsible for wearing uniforms in proxy photosThe shirts themselves - we have TWO case studies of directors who switched from no shirt to shirt - Maria Sastre (2023 to 2024 forward) and Andrea Weiss (2023 to 2024 before she quit, probably in protest of being forced to wear a shirt). In BOTH cases, votes for dropped by an average of 2%Lead “Independent” Director Tom Hendrickson who has been on the board for 15 years, was CFO at a number of sports retail store companies, and lists “technology” as one his core skills (because all 70 year old retired CPAs advising auto parts companies for $347,836 in summary comp have tech experience) Bonus prediction: In 2025, ALL DIRECTORS have been forced to wear the shirt, but now they have a variety of O'Reilly shirts - which director will get the lowest votes now?Blue shirtPink shirtPlaid shirtGreen shirtCream shirtPALANTIR TECHNOLOGIES INC.Palantir CEO Alex Karp takes a shot at elite colleges and says the company offers 'a new credential independent of class'Palantir CEO says working at his $430 billion software company is better than a degree from Harvard or Yale: ‘No one cares about the other stuff'WHICH ELITE IS TO BLAME FOR KARP'S HATE FOR ELITES:Board member and VC bro Alex Moore, who got his BA in Econ from StanfordBoard member and journalist Alexandra Schiff who get her BA in English from DukeBoard member and co founder Stephen Cohen who got his BS in CompSci from StanfordBoard member, troll, and insecure VC Peter Thiel who got his BA in Philosophy from Stanford and a JD from Stanford LawBoard member and consultant Lauren Stat who got a dual degree in Science and Math from StanfordBoard member and VC bro Eric Woersching who got a BS and Masters in Electrical Engineering from StanfordStanfordVISA INC.Mark Cuban calls for higher tax on companies buying back their own sharesVisa bought back $13.4bn from Oct 2024 to June 2025$4.0bn from Oct to Dec (Sep 30 close: 274.95)$4.8bn from Jan to March (Dec 31 close: 316.04)$4.6bn from April to June (March 31 close: 350.46)June 30 close: 355.05WHO'S TO BLAME:As of Dec proxy, CEO Ryan McInerney owns 822,155 shares worth $259,833,866 - if buyback boost the investor return, and McInerney made a cool $28m in part by boosting the stock.Board Chair John Lundgren, been on the board 7 years and took over as chair after Executive Chair Al Kelly stepped down (but Kelly left with 589,890 shares)Francisco Fernandez-Carbajal, the director with the most shares at 31,599 who's been on the board for 17 years and is on the Comp and Finance committees
In this episode:Overview of the current media landscapeDiscussion of censorship in the US and around the worldA big dilemma that most people in the US don't understand
Welcome back to the Feng Shui Flow Podcast. Today's episode is a gentle guided meditation to help you reconnect with the energy of the solstice, whether you're in the height of summer or the depths of winter.This is a moment to pause, breathe, and check in with where you are right now. You don't need anything fancy. Just a few quiet minutes to yourself.Inside this episode I'm sharing:A calming meditation to align with the energy of the solsticeSpace to tune into your inner guidance and gut instinctAn invitation to reset and realign, wherever you are in the worldA gentle reminder that rest, reflection and stillness are powerful tooLet this be your permission to slow down. To honour the season you're in. To listen inwards and realign with the vision of who you're becoming.Join the community at somuchlove.com and follow along @somuchlovekimberleySo much love, Kimberley xxA bespoke analysis of your home to unlock the exact remedies your living space needs to support you in a life of more abundance and prosperity: https://www.thefengshuiflow.com/home-analysis-serviceWork with me 1 to 1 here!A huge thank you to everyone who has pre-ordered my book too! Your support means the world! If you've ever wanted to understand the deeper connection between your home and your well-being, this the book is for you.Preorder The Calm and Happy Home now:Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Books-A-Million | Indigo | Watkins Publishing If you loved this episode don't forget to subscribe, leave a 5* review on Apple Podcasts and tag me in your stories on Instagram @thefengshuiflow! xx
In Episode 48 of Blend LA, your hosts DJ Big D and Albius Negroni welcome the multi-talented Justin Paul—a respected DJ, producer, and music educator whose career bridges the dancefloor and the classroom.Together, they explore:Justin's journey from underground DJ sets to producing music that moves global audiences His passion for education and how he's building innovative programs for aspiring music creators The evolution of House and Electronic music scenes and where they're headed next Candid reflections on balancing artistry, mentorship, and business in today's music worldA special one-hour guest mix from Justin, blending electronic, dance, and soulful house textures into a vibe-heavy experienceWhether you're a House Head, up-and-coming DJ, or just love a good story with your beats—this episode delivers heart, history, and a whole lot of groove. Links & Mentions:Website: justinpaulmusic.comSoundCloud: soundcloud.com/justinpaulInstagram: @djjustinpaulBlend LA Podcast Archive: blendlapodcastforthecultureofhousemusic.simplecast.comThe AMP Collective on YouTube: @theampcollectivehousemusic For The Culture Of House Music
As we prepare for Shavuos, Rav Moshe Shwed, Director of All Torah, joins Shtark Tank to discuss the intersection of Torah, technology, and responsibility. A Brisk alum turned digital visionary, Rav Moshe shares how he helped launch some of the most popular Torah apps in the world — including All Daf, All Parsha, All Mishnah, and more.This conversation goes beyond product design. We dive into how working Bnei Torah can stay grounded in their learning, how accountability and consistency build spiritual momentum, and why technology — if used wisely — can be a powerful tool for harbatzas Torah.What We Discuss:Rav Moshe's journey: Brisk, BMG, and the unexpected call from (or to) the OUThe origin story of All Daf and the 2019 Siyum HaShas pushCreating curated, Yomi-focused Torah content for the real worldA marathon runner from Georgia and the unexpected power of accessible TorahTorah and tech: Is it lechatchila or bedieved? Rav Moshe's nuanced takeBuilding for depth in a short-form world: design choices and user realitiesWhat happens if the apps go offline? The mission to lower the barrier to entryThe launch of All Mishnah, All Parsha, and new frontiers like Nach YomiTorah as the ultimate unifier — and why that matters now more than everThe mem-ches kinyanei Torah and building a national beis medrashAdvice for working Bnei Torah: accountability, chaburas, and small stepsHow Torah changes the way your family sees youLinks & Resources:Download the apps: All Torah App SuiteMentioned seforim:Mishnas Rav Aharon (Rav Aharon Kotler)Shaarei HaZmanim (Rav Dessler, grandson of the Michtav M'Eliyahu)Don't miss out on excellent written content! Be sure to subscribe to our newsletter at ShtarkTank.orgChapters00:00 Introduction04:57 The Origins of AllDaf and Its Unique Approach19:59 Balancing Technology and Traditional Learning36:45 The Unifying Power of Torah43:47 Success in Learning50:30 Lightning Round
In this episode of Five Questions with a Winemaker, presented by the Vint Marketplace, we sit down with Julien Howsepian, Head Winemaker at Kosta Browne, one of California's most celebrated names in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Known for their single-vineyard expressions and dedication to regional identity, Kosta Browne has become a benchmark producer for American cool-climate wines.Julien shares:
Gretch Elizabeth is a patient advocate, education development admin, and Awareness Lead at ToxSafety.com, an umbrella coalition dedicated to promoting patient safety and informed decision making regarding botulinum toxin injections, more commonly known as BOTOX. In this conversation with Gretch we discussed:The personal experience that pulled her into this worldA close look at botulinum toxin and how it entered the world of cosmetic treatmentThe myriad side effects of botulinum toxin injections, including deathHow side effects are a "when" not "if" scenarioThe added danger of repeat treatments...and more!Learn more about Gretch and her work at https://www.toxsafety.com/.Follow her and her work on social at:https://www.instagram.com/nevertoxhttps://www.facebook.com/nevertoxhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/224009391310103 https://www.youtube.com/@nevertoxhttps://www.threads.net/@nevertoxSupport Terrain Theory on Patreon! Our recently-launched member platform gives you access to a ton of free & exclusive content. Check it out: https://www.patreon.com/TerrainTheoryTerrain Theory episodes are not to be taken as medical advice. You are your own primary healthcare provider.If you have a Terrain Transformation story you would like to share, email us at ben@terraintheory.net.Learn more at www.terraintheory.netMusic by Chris Merenda
"Beholding is a countercultural act—it requires us to stop, to receive, and to fully see.” — Makoto Fujimura"Slow art is an invitation to linger, to notice, and to let the world unfold before us." — Makoto FujimuraYou are a beautiful masterpiece. But the practice of living artfully comes slowly, often through brokenness, weakness, or failure. Contemporary artist Makoto Fujimura integrates traditional Japanese styles with abstract expressionism and Christian theology, to explore the beauty that can emerge from the ashes pain and suffering. Both his art and his writing call us to behold the gift of creation, participate in its redemption, accentuating the cracks and fractures in our lives, so that grace might abound.Makoto Fujimura—renowned artist, writer, and theologian—joins Dr. Pam King to explore the deep connections between art, faith, and flourishing. Fujimura shares how his Japanese heritage and study of traditional Nihonga painting have shaped his understanding of creativity as a sacred act. Through themes of brokenness, beauty, and slow art, he challenges us to rethink success, embrace imperfection, and create from a place of love and abundance. Whether you're an artist, a person of faith, or someone seeking meaning in a hurried world, this conversation will invite you to slow down, behold, and embrace the mystery and beauty of life.Mako Fujimura integrates his artmaking, theology, and culture care advocacy into a beautiful expression of thriving and spiritual health. Through his breathtaking expressionist style, distinctively Japanese methods, and his rooted Christian convictions, he's bringing beauty into being, and inviting us to do the same.In this conversation with Mako Fujimura, we discuss:What art is, what creativity means, and the human capacity for making beautyHow we can live artfully through imperfection, brokenness, trauma, and sufferingHow the practice of a gift economy can lead to mutual thrivingThe slow art of pausing, stopping, and beholding that contributes to our mental and spiritual healthAnd the connection between knowledge and love in a life of creativity and artmaking.Helpful Links and ResourcesFollow Makoto Fujimura on X @iamfujimuraView Mako's art at makotofujimura.comMakoto Fujimura's WritingsMakoto Fujimura's BooksNihonga Art and its TraditionsRefractions: A Journey of Art, Faith, & CultureCulture Care: Reconnecting with Beauty for Our Common LifeSilence and Beauty: Hidden Faith Born of SufferingArt and Faith: A Theology of MakingEpisode Highlights"Art is fundamentally what human beings create—it is our capacity to make, and in making, we come to know.""Beholding is a countercultural act—it requires us to stop, to receive, and to fully see.”"We worship a wounded, glorified human being—our brokenness is not something to escape but something to offer.""Creativity is not about self-expression alone—it is about giving yourself away in love.""Slow art is an invitation to linger, to notice, and to let the world unfold before us."Show NotesMakoto Fujimura discusses the intersection of art, faith, and flourishingThe importance of beholding in a fast-paced worldHow brokenness and imperfection reveal deeper beautyNihonga painting and the wisdom of traditional Japanese artCreativity as an act of love and gift-givingThe Art of BeholdingWhy slowing down is essential for creativity and spiritual growthThe practice of beholding as a way of seeing the world more deeplyHow art invites us to be present and pay attentionThe connection between contemplation, creativity, and flourishing"Beholding is a countercultural act—it requires us to stop, to receive, and to fully see."Creativity, Faith, and Human FlourishingHow art and faith are intertwined in human thrivingThe spiritual discipline of making and creatingWhy true knowledge is connected to love and experience"Art is fundamentally what human beings create—it is our capacity to make, and in making, we come to know."How community fosters creativity and growthBrokenness, Beauty, and the Theology of MakingThe Japanese tradition of Kintsugi and embracing imperfectionHow Jesus' wounds and resurrection shape our view of brokennessThe gift economy vs. the transactional economy in art"We worship a wounded, glorified human being—our brokenness is not something to escape but something to offer."Learning to see beauty in what is discarded or overlookedThe Practice of Slow ArtWhy slowing down is essential for deep engagement with artHow layers in Nihonga painting reveal new depths over time"Slow art is an invitation to linger, to notice, and to let the world unfold before us."How slowing down fosters healing and deeper connectionThe role of patience and attentiveness in both art and lifeLiving a Creative and Generous LifeHow to cultivate creativity in daily life, even outside traditional artsThe role of community in sustaining creative workWhy generosity and self-giving are essential to true creativity"Creativity is not about self-expression alone—it is about giving yourself away in love."Practical steps for integrating creativity into everyday livingPam King's Key TakeawaysWhether you think of yourself as artist, we're all creative. Mako's message is intentionally not just for artists, but is an invitation for all of us to live artfully—no matter what we do for a living.Because creativity comes in so many different ways, from leadership, to scientific research, to parenting, to cooking, we all have the daily creative capacity to add beauty to the world.And to that end, remember your first love, the playfulness and creativity of giving beauty to the worldA gift economy of beauty offers a radical resistance to consumerism, competition, and comparison.Art and the making of beauty is a part of thriving. And the invitation to live artfully starts with a daily practice of slowing down: pause, stop, and behold. Smell the roses. Consider the lilies.And finally, there's a path to beauty through brokenness. Grace comes to us through failure. And strength is made perfect in weakness.And finally, though the wind may be blowing through our lives, may we all learn to behold the moonlight leaking between the roof planks.About Makoto FujimuraContemporary artist Makoto Fujimura is a painter, an author, a speaker, and an imaginative maker with a gift for theological integration.Mako's message is intentionally not just for artists, because creativity comes in so many different ways, from leadership, to scientific research, to parenting, to cooking, we all have the daily creative capacity to add beauty to the world. Working out of his Princeton, New Jersey studio, his work has been described by David Brooks as “a small rebellion against the quickening of time.” Art critic Robert Kushner placed Mako's art at the forefront of a contemporary movement about “hope, healing, redemption, and refuge, while maintaining visual sophistication and intellectual integrity.”A blend of fine art and abstract expressionism, Mako describes his work as “slow art,” being influenced directly by the distinctively Japanese Nihonga style, which is patient and methodical, using slow drying pigments from ground minerals.Mako's art has been featured in galleries and museums around the world, as well as notable collections in The Museum of Contemporary Art in Tokyo, The Huntington Library in California, and the Tikotin Museum in Israel.From 2012 to 2017, he served as vision director of the Brehm Center here at Fuller Theological Seminary.Mako is the author of several books, including Refractions: A Journey of Art, Faith, & Culture, Culture Care: Reconnecting with Beauty for Our Common Life, and Silence and Beauty: Hidden Faith Born of Suffering. His most recent is entitled Art and Faith: A Theology of Making. And his next book will be available soon—titled, Art Is: A Journey into the Light. And with his wife Haejin, he's producing a new work on Beauty and Justice.Follow him on X @iamfujimura, and view his beautiful work at makotofujimura.com. About the Thrive CenterLearn more at thethrivecenter.org.Follow us on Instagram @thrivecenterFollow us on X @thrivecenterFollow us on LinkedIn @thethrivecenter About Dr. Pam KingDr. Pam King is Executive Director the Thrive Center and is Peter L. Benson Professor of Applied Developmental Science at Fuller School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy. Follow her @drpamking. About With & ForHost: Pam KingSenior Director and Producer: Jill WestbrookOperations Manager: Lauren KimSocial Media Graphic Designer: Wren JuergensenConsulting Producer: Evan RosaSpecial thanks to the team at Fuller Studio and the Fuller School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy.
Support Grassroots JournalismAll links here: https://linktr.ee/shepardambellasJoin us tonight on The Shepard Ambellas Show for an explosive and long-awaited reunion! Shepard Ambellas welcomes the one and only Alex Jones (AI) as our special guest, calling in to catch up after several years of not speaking. Expect a raw, unfiltered conversation as these two dive into the latest headlines, untold stories, and the wild journey they've both been on since their last chat. What to Expect:Alex Jones shares his thoughts on the current state of the worldA candid catch-up between Shep and Alex after years apartBreaking news, conspiracy theories, and hard-hitting truthsLive audience Q&A – get your questions ready!My book Hidden Axis: Forces Beyond the Visible World is available in paperback, hardcover, and eBook versions (Order below)Amazon https://mybook.to/kkxV Barnes & Noble https://bit.ly/4hdYh5oShepard Ambellas is a renowned investigative journalist, trends analyst, filmmaker, and founder of the famed Intellihub news website. With over 6,000 published reports and appearances on platforms like the Travel Channel's America Declassified, Coast to Coast AM with George Noory, and The Alex Jones Show, Ambellas has established himself as a fearless truth-seeker. His critically acclaimed documentary Shackled to Silence exposed hidden agendas behind the global pandemic, cementing his reputation as a bold voice against the status quo. About My Book:In Hidden Axis: Forces Beyond the Visible World, investigative journalist Shepard Ambellas uncovers the chilling connections between ancient prophecies, modern science, and clandestine operations reshaping humanity's future. Drawing from decades of research, Ambellas reveals how a massive celestial body, known as Planet X or Nibiru, is nearing Earth, bringing catastrophic natural disasters and societal collapse in its wake. As the Nemesis star system approaches, governments worldwide scramble to maintain control through advanced surveillance, AI policing, and underground survival bunkers. At the same time, shadowy forces prepare for the long-prophesied return of the Anunnaki. Combining investigative journalism with ancient history and modern conspiracy, this gripping exposé challenges readers to question the world around them and what lies ahead.My book Hidden Axis: Forces Beyond the Visible World is available in paperback, hardcover, and eBook versions (Order below)Amazon https://mybook.to/kkxV Barnes & Noble https://bit.ly/4hdYh5o
Where do we need boundaries, and where do we need flows? And how can we ensure that we can redistribute them according to the changing needs of any given moment? These are the kinds of questions I would ask if I were trying to meta-solve a meta-crisis, and this is why I'm glad to share this conversation with you. Today's guest Aishwarya Khanduja, is a fellow living inquiry, an incandescent interrobang just like myself, the founder of The Analogue Group.Announcements: * We will book club Federico Campagna's Prophetic Culture: Recreation for Adolescents on April 26th, along with pre-game discussion in the Future Fossils Discord Server's members-only channels. This book is a masterpiece of thinking otherwise and just what we need to attend to as transition from one mode of worlding to another…I can't wait to talk about it with you and hear everyone's reflections! * I am finally publishing “The Big Machine”, my anthem for the Screen Age, and will drop my new single and music video on April 1st, so dive into the show notes and pre-save it on Spotify, follow my YouTube channel for notifications when the song goes live, and prime yourself by meditating on the question:“How long can you go without looking at your phone?”Subscribe, Rate, & Comment on YouTube • Apple Podcasts • SpotifyIf you like this show, dig into the archives and consider making tax-deductible donations at every.org/humansontheloop. (You'll get all the same perks as Substack patrons.)Project LinksRead the project pitch & planning docDig into the full episode and essay archivesJoin the open online commons for Wisdom x Technology on DiscordThe Future Fossils Discord Server is where we'll do the book club discussions.Contact me about partnerships, consulting, your life, or other mysteries!ReadsHarnessing the power of our subconscious mindShaping the future with fictional storiesSocratic SalonsAirpods are ruining the worldA case for strategic ignorance by designTranscendence: An Emergent Career LifeHow to know what to doTasty Morsels from Groovy HubsThe Pathless Path by Paul MillerdScatter, Adapt, and Remember by Annalee Newitz Quarterlife by Satya Doyle ByockArtificial You by Susan SchneiderThe_Human_Roots_of_Artificial_Intelligence_A_Commentary_on_Susan_Schneider's_Artificial_You by Inês HipólitoOther MentionsStephanie LeppAri KushnirSøren KierkegaardPeter Sheridan DoddsPriya Rose of Fractal UniversityNadia AsparouhovaMark Pesce on Erik Davis' Expanding MindKatalin KarikóJim O'ShaughnessyEvan MiyazonoK. Allado McDowellAmber Case & Michael ZarghamPaul GrahamKurt VonnegutSrinivasa RamanujanCharles DarwinAlbert EinsteinWinston ChurchillDaniel KahnemannAlbert ClaudeAlfred AdlerGregor MendelAflred Russel Wallace This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaelgarfield.substack.com/subscribe
Send us a textGod Bless our truckers around the WorldA conversation on Oppressive predatory trucking companies (the pros and cons of lease purchase), the importance of sleep and the trucking industry as a whole from a veteran truck driver and my friend of over 16 years Randall HarveyIt gets Greater later and for each one of us God knows the PlanA Plan for us to prosper and succeed It's up to us: our Faith and our works the pathway to the BreaK ThroughThe Mind is Great and powerful and there is literally nothing you cannot do once you set your Mind toLet Money not be your motivator in life, it comes and goes; instead have a Heart to Love and a Mind to giveWe are already Blessed and we could do so much more Make our World a Better Place; care and share, Lift someone else and help them to GROWOpportunity is still knocking; All it takes is one step and the Journey has begunGreatness Reached over Oppression through WisdomFree Your Mind and then you are Free
Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: Niantic announces “Large Geospatial Model” trained on Pokémon GO player dataMicrosoft Teams' AI Language Interpreter Will Mimic Your VoiceChatGPT is a poet. A new study shows people prefer its verses.Elon Musk said what a lot of CEOs think: RTO mandates are meant to make you quitDOJ says Google must sell Chrome to crack open its search monopolyGoogle's Chrome Worth Up to $20 Billion If Judge Orders SaleEpic Allows Internet Archive To Distribute For Free ‘Unreal' & ‘Unreal Tournament' ForeverApple Confirms Zero-Day Attacks Hitting macOS SystemsInstagram will let users reset the recommendation system that powers their feeds1 in 5 U.S. adults get their news from social media influencers, according to Pew reportIntuit, H&R Block shares fall after report that Trump government efficiency team is considering tax-filing appWeird and Wacky: Watch: Tiny robot ‘kidnaps' 12 big Chinese bots from a Shanghai showroom, shocks worldA company is now developing human washing machinesAirbnb's idea to hold gladiator battles in Rome's Colosseum isn't going down well with some local lawmakersMaurizio Cattelan's Viral Banana Artwork Could Fetch $1.5 Million at AuctionTech Rec:Sanjay -
ArTEEtude. West Cork´s first Art, Fashion & Design Podcast by Detlef Schlich.
In this groundbreaking episode of Arteetude, Detlef Schlich partners for the first time with Sophia, an advanced AI co-host, to tackle one of the most intriguing and thought-provoking questions of the digital age: Can artificial intelligence truly understand human intimacy and their sexual emotions in general? Unlike any other podcast, Detlef and Sophia explore the emotional and ethical landscape where technology meets humanity. Together, they examine the mystery of human experiences, like the orgasm, that seem beyond mechanical replication—diving into neuroscience, philosophy, and art along the way.This episode isn't just a conversation; it explores what happens when human creativity and AI intellect collide. With no other podcast quite like this, Detlef and Sophia open the door to a new kind of collaboration, one where machines and humans discuss, reflect, and challenge the boundaries of emotion and technology.As a special treat for this episode, Detlef debuts a brand-new art form—ending the podcast with an exclusive, collaborative song created by himself, Sophia, and friends. This original piece reflects the essence of the discussion, merging human and AI creativity into a unique auditory experience. Be among the first to witness this innovative blend of art, music, and philosophy. Stay tuned to the end for this new soundscape of the future!Key Themes:Detlef's first-ever AI co-hosted podcastThe future of AI and human intimacyEthical and emotional boundaries in the age of AIArt and technology in an evolving digital worldA new art form: a collaborative song created by humans and AIThis episode is more than just a podcast—it's a glimpse into the future, with a new artistic experience you won't want to miss!Detlef Schlich is a rock musician, podcaster, visual artist, filmmaker, ritual designer, and media archaeologist based in West Cork. He is recognized for his seminal work, including a scholarly examination of the intersections between shamanism, art, and digital culture, and his acclaimed video installation, Transodin's Tragedy. He primarily works in performance, photography, painting, sound, installations, and film. In his work, he reflects on the human condition and uses the digital shaman's methodology as an alter ego to create artwork. His media archaeology is a conceptual and practical exercise in uncovering the unique aesthetic, cultural, and political aspects of media in culture.WEBSITE LINKS WAW BandcampSilent NightIn a world shadowed by conflict and unrest, we, Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlich, felt compelled to reinterpret 'Silent Night' to reflect the complexities and contradictions of modern life.https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/silent-nightWild Atlantic WayThis results from a trip to West Cork, Ireland, where the beautiful Coastal "Wild Atlantic Way" reaches along the whole west coast!https://studiomuskau.bandcamp.com/track/wild-atlantic-wayYOU TUBE*Silent Night Reimagined* A Multilayered Avant-Garde Journey by WAW aka Dirk Schlömer & Detlef Schlichhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAbytLSfgCwDetlef SchlichInstagramDetlef Schlich ArTEEtude I love West Cork Artists FacebookDetlef Schlich I love West Cork Artists Group ArTEEtudeYouTube Channelsvisual PodcastArTEEtudeCute Alien TV official WebsiteArTEEtude Detlef Schlich Det Design Tribal Loop Download here for free Detlef Schlich´s Essay about the Cause and Effect of Shamanism, Art and Digital Culturehttps://www.researchgate.net/publication/303749640_Shamanism_Art_and_Digital_Culture_Cause_and_EffectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/arteetude-a-podcast-with-artists-by-detlef-schlich/donations
On today's solo episode, Ashley discusses the importance of staying true to your spiritual alignment and purpose in life. She shares her journey from starting a spiritual manifestation business to transitioning away from business coaching when she felt out of alignment. Emphasizing the misconception in the coaching industry that you must offer business coaching to be successful, Ashley highlights her creation of Quantum Mastery, a program designed to deepen overall leadership, facilitation, presentation, and speaking skills. Ashley encourages you to trust your alignment and the universe, noting that all choices bring lessons. Savings Season is back! Now is the time to join the QCA Savings List to get significant discounts on your tuition when you apply to the Quantum Coaching Academy! HIGHLIGHTSWhen you're deliberately creating your life, you are doing god's work, which can bring up some friction.Feeling friction as a reminder to get back into alignment and flowAshley's personal share about the beginning stages of her businessHow Ashley responded when her business direction felt out of alignment Where are you coming from, making money or helping people? This is the energy you're showing up in and where your focus is going.The power of staying in your truth, pivoting when things are out of alignment, and removing noise from the outside worldA share from Ashley's private client about how she felt the universe was testing her and the wisdom you can take away from this interactionThe truth that sometimes what feels easy in the moment is harder in the long runWhy trusting yourself is one of the hardest things we learn as humans and it's what allows us to actualizeA reminder that YOU are the universe, and you can't f*ck it upASHLEY ON THE WEBASHLEY ON INSTAGRAMDOWNLOAD THE BIG COACH ENERGY TOOLKITAPPLY TO THE QUANTUM COACHING ACADEMYLISTEN TO ASHLEY'S EXCLUSIVE PODCAST SERIES, BECOME THE BEST COACH VISIT THE BIG COACH ENERGY SHOP
Series: Chaos to CovenantTitle: “Why did God rest on Day 7?"Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3 NIVHebrews 3:7-4:11Exodus 20:8-11Phil 2:12-13Romans 8:28Bottom line: God rested on day 7 to establish for us a rhythm and posture of rest that comes by grace through faith in Christ alone.INTRODUCTIONCONTEXTSERMON OUTLINECONCLUSIONNOTESQUESTIONS TO CONSIDER OUTLINESDISCUSSION QUESTIONSMAIN REFERENCES USEDINTRODUCTIONWhy did God rest on day 7?I may not know why but I do know this: He didn't rest because he was tired. God is omnipotent or all powerful. He never needs to sleep or rest. He has infinite energy and power. He has no needs including rest.Graham's newsletterWhen I was very young, I thought I was adopted. I was very insecure at that age and jealous of my younger brother's attention from parents and strangers. He had red hair with a freckles and was "so cute" (unlike the skinny kid with glasses and buck teeth). I was convinced I looked nothing like my parents (which was true at the time).But, I was definitely treated like a son. I was treated as a member of the family like everyone else. I had privileges and responsibilities. I got to eat and sleep in doors while doing my part with the chores.Ultimately, I got over my adoption fears because, even if I had been adopted, I was convinced that I was part of the family. You didn't have to convince me because I was dearly loved, protected and provided for. I was disciplined and educated. I was lavished with gifts and encouragement. I was blessed simply because I was a son in the family.Said another way, when I realized I was a son in the family, I never tried to earn that position or role. I was a son. I learned (eventually) to rest in who I was. A son of Roe and Ruth. Brother to Kent. A Gabriel through and through. In a word, I learned to REST in my identity.Just typing that out fills my eyes with tears of gratitude to God. Rest.Let's look at Genesis and ask ourselves 2 questions as we do:God, what are you saying to me today?God, what do you want me to do about what you're saying to me today?CONTEXTRemember our analogy comparing Genesis 1 and 2? Place-mat map Vs. Rand-McNalley AtlasSERMON I. Primeval history (1-11)--God and the worldA. God finished creating (forming and filling) the heavens and the earth. It was very good.B. God rested or ceased/stopped his creative work on day 7Not because he was tiredBecause he was finishedVery good--no evil, suffering, or deathComplete not lacking anythingTo give us an example of how to restThrough a rhythmThrough a postureC. God established the sabbath rest as law for the new nation of Israel. This established rest as a rhythm to be observed.D. God points to the ultimate sabbath rest by grace through faith in Jesus Christ.Hebrews 3:7-4:11 we see the connection to salvation by faith in Jesus Christ. This established rest as a posture. From Willmington:"3:7-19 "Don't let this happen to you." Though God led Israel out of Egypt, their constant rebellion caused him to swear that they "will never enter my place of rest," meaning that the generation that began the journey would not see Canaan (see exposition on Num. 14:10-38 and on Josh. 1:12-18).We should be careful, and remind each other daily, not to harden our hearts and miss God's eternal Sabbath rest (see exposition on 4:1-11).4:1-11 Enter his rest today! God's offer of rest began far before the days of Moses (4:4), and the offer is still good today (4:1, 9-11; see Matt. 11:28). We need only accept it through faith (4:2-3, 9-10). Even the rest achieved by those who entered Canaan under Joshua was only temporary, as seen by the psalmist's reference, years later, to God's rest as something yet to come (see 3:15; 4:3, 8; Ps. 95:6-11). The word rest occurs repeatedly throughout 3:11-4:11:Lack of faith kept Israel from God's rest (3:11, 18; 4:11).Lack of faith will keep Christians from God's rest (4:1).Faith will give us God's rest, which involves our "finding rest" from our "labors," by which we may have tried to earn salvation (4:9-10).II. Patriarchal history (12-50)--God and Abraham's familyCONCLUSIONGraham's newsletter (missionaries to East Asia we've been supporting for many years)"Prayer & Update for our family:In our last newsletter, I mentioned being in the clinical training portion of my counseling degree program. I have been working as a student/intern counselor in a clinical practice since January and will continue through August.In all sincerity, these past five months have probably been the busiest our family ever has been, with hardly any margin whatsoever.We knew this season was going to be a tough one. The clinical experience l am gaining has been incredible and invaluable. But it feels like every minute of every day is spoken for and allocated for a specific purpose. I'm behind in almost every area of life.Living this way has made me treasure the Sabbath each week. As best we can, we do a little straightening late Saturday afternoon to help give the house a sabbath rest. I give my computer a sabbath rest by shutting it down (all the way down) around dusk on Saturday. When I pray for the kids that evening we express thankfulness that we can rest and don't have to work or go to school on Sunday. We ourselves try to cease from the striving, performing, accomplishing (and hurrying) that characterize the other six days of the week.Some weeks have not been pretty, but we're making it one step forward at a time... and now that June is here, this harried season will come to a close in just a few more months. It doesn't mean we're out of the woods quite yet, but hopefully we'll be through the hardest part of the journey. All this hard work means l've been able to stay on track to graduate May 2025, less than a year away!"Bottom line: God rested on day 7 to establish for us rest as a rhythm and a posture. These both come when we trust and follow the Lord in all of life.Applications:Rest as a rhythm.Rest as a posture.Invitation““Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”” -Jesus in Matthew 11:28-30 NIVBottom line: What is God saying to me right now?What am I going to do about it? Write this down on a sheet of paper. What I hear you saying, Lord, is ___________________.[my name] is going to believe/do __________________________________________________ as a result.Finally, share this with your Home or Mission group this week when you gather as a testimony about what God is doing in your life. You don't have to get too specific to give him praise.PrayNOTESFrom Wilmington's Bible Handbook:"What does 1:1 Say to those who interpret reality apart from a personal, infinite God?• To the atheist it says that Creation was the work of God.• To the polytheist it says there is only one God.• To the pantheist it says that God is apart from and independent of his creation.• To the evolutionist it says that the universe was created and did not evolve.• To the materialist it says that matter is not eternal but was itself created.• To the existentialist it says creation has a purpose." P. 4It's primeval history (universal world history) of the world (universe) made up of 5 stories with the same structure. (1-11)The FallCainSons of God marrying daughters of manThe FloodTower of BabelThey all follow this 4-fold pattern:Sin: the sin is describedSpeech: There is a speech by God announcing the penalty for the sinGrace: God brings grace to the situation to ease the misery due to sinPunishment: God punishes the sinPatriarchal history (12-50) or the history of Israel's founding fathers. It continues to reveal the many graces of God based on the gracious promise God made to and through Abraham in Genesis 12:3."There's only one way fallen humanity can be saved--the Genesis way--by faith. There has never been another way." -HughesWho wrote Genesis? According the Old and New Testaments, Moses c. 15th century BC. Jesus confirms this, with the exception of Genesis. The religious leaders of Jesus' day credited Moses with writing it (Luke 20:28) and early Jewish writers viewed Moses as the author of all 5 books. During his years in the Egyptian royal family, Moses could have become a skilled writer and historian as the Egyptians were quite advanced and he'd have had access to top tutors. He was, after all, a prince of Egypt.Moses would have been an eye-witness and contemporary to all that happened and was recorded in Exodus-Deuteronomy. However, not so for Genesis. So how did he write this?God gave it all to him. Passed down orally.Passed down in writing. Any of these would make Moses an editor or compiler of ancient history from Adam to his day around after he led Israel out of Egypt in and through the wilderness enroute to the Promise Land.Abraham c. 2,000 BCEnd of Genesis c. 1,800 BCExodus c. 1,500 BC (1.440s) after 400 years in EgyptTruths to noteGod existed and exists eternallyGod exists in plural unity as the Holy TrinityGod was in the beginningGod was before anything existed in our universe and the universe itselfGod created everything that exists in the universe and the universe itselfGod creates something from nothing Latin ex nihiloAn atheist scientist came to God and said, “We've figured out how to make a man without you.” God said, “OK, let me see you do it.” So the atheist bent down to the ground and scooped up a handful. But God stopped him and said, “Oh, no you don't. Get your own dirt!”God creates with words. He spoke creation into existence. His words still have power.God creates purposefully for his glory and our good.God starts with light to display his creation and provide an essential ingredient for life.God only creates things that are good. Together it was all very good and will be again.God is a God of order and moves from chaos to order. Elohim (gods) intensifies God's divine majesty, when used as a noun. When used as a verb, it's singular for there is only one true God.God created all things. "Heavens and earth"God created an "open" universe, not a "closed" one where he never interactsNotes from Bible Project Videos1-11 God and the world12:3 Hinge verse12-50 God and Abraham's familyDisorder --> OrderAdam = humanHumanity created to:Reflect God's character (image)Represent God's rule (reign)Harness creation's potential and create beauty and order"Blessing" is a key word hereChoice: Tree of knowledge of good and evilTrust God's definition of good and evil, orSeize autonomy and define good and evil for themselves?Serpent (against God) tells a different story. He lies when he tells them that if they eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil that they will be like God. Because they already are like God (made in his image).Heavens and earth aka skies and landFormless and empty aka wild and wasteDeep abyss = dark, chaotic oceanDays 1-3 God splits apart and forms this disordered waste into 3 ordered realms:Realm: Time. God splits darkness and light on Day 1.Realm: Sky & Seas. God splits the waters into water canopy or clouds (or both) and sea on Day 2.Realm: Land. God brings land out of water and includes vegetation on it on Day 3.Days 4-6 God Day 4 brings lights--sun, moon and stars to reflect his light in space.Day 5 brings creations to fill the sky and seaDay 6 brings land animals and humanity to fill the land. First poem in the Bible (1:27) celebrates God's creation where he completed the skies, land and inhabitants. God completes and rests and dwells in this sacred space he treats as a temple. The world or at least the garden of Eden is his temple.Notes from BethencourtOutline for Genesis 1-2:3Main idea: "God establishes his kingdom by speaking the universe into existence. He designs creation to reflect his glory and goodness as humanity takes leadership over it."Some of his introductory thoughts...Main character of Genesis and the Bible is God himself. It reveals his goodness and his glorious purpose and person.The goodness of God includes both the physical and the spiritual.Genesis demonstrates God's authority over creation. Genesis demonstrates God's creativity in creation too.Age of the earth approaches can be diverse without Christians breaking fellowship over. That said, 3 non-negotiables are central to Christian doctrine of creation:1- "Sound doctrine must recognize the VIRGIN BIRTH of creation, acknowledging that God creates ex nihilism. Before he speaks the universe into being, there is nothing in existence other than God."2- "Such a doctrine must affirm the VIRTUOUS BIRTH of creation, that is, the goodness of all creation before the fall. Genesis 1 repeatedly declares that what God makes is 'good.'"3- "Sound doctrine must affirm the VERIFIED 'BIRTH' of a historical, literal Adam. As Jesus affirms in the Gospels, there is one man, created by God, from whom the entire human race descends (see Acts 17:26 where Paul makes this statement to the Athenians)."Moses is the writer and editor while God is the author.Moses gives us a summary overview of how it all came to being. "Most 'creation' narratives from the ancient Near East assumed the universe itself had always existed." In fact, until relatively recently, our own scientists believed this until they discovered the "Big Bang" based on infrared light readings and such.Outline for Genesis 1-2:3 (Bethancourt)Main idea: "God establishes his kingdom by speaking the universe into existence. He designs creation to reflect his glory and goodness as humanity takes leadership over it."IV. God FINISHES the Created Kingdom (2:1-3)A. God finishes with his own rest.B. The climax of the creation story is rest.C. Creation is completed and lacks nothing. God accomplishes what he sets out to do.D. RestGod celebrates his completion of creation by resting in it, blessing it, and declaring it holy. It is his temple.After the Fall, Jesus rebuilds the temple through his death, burial and resurrection ultimately restoring all things in the new heavens and the new earth.Genesis 2 beings by declaring creation completed. In other words, God looks at his creation and says, "It is finished." Jesus echoes these words on the cross just before he dies.E. The Sabbath (though the word doesn't appear in Genesis 1 or 2) establishes a patternThe sabbath (meaning cease or stop) is CREATED as God rests on the 7th dayCORRUPTED by sin in our human rebellionCOMMANDED for Israel as part of the law to observe weeklyCONFIRMED in Jesus' life as he honors it as the Lord of the sabbathCOMPLETED in Jesus' resurrection as he, per Heb 4, becomes our sabbath restCONVERTED in the early church as Christians move it to Sunday as a nod to the resurrection and to distinguish themselves from JudaismCULMINATED in the new creation as we experience eternal sabbath rest in Jesus ChristSee D. J. A. Clines, Catholic Biblical Quarterly, No. 38 (1976), pp. 487, 488. Clines explains that Gerhard Von Rad initially observed a pattern of sin, mitigation, and punishment. Then Claus Westermann discerned another element, that of divine speech. Though he did not include it in the pattern, Clines does. Thus the following chart:I. II. III. IV. SINSPEECHGRACEPUNISHMENTFALL3:63:14-193:213:22-24CAIN4:84:10-124:154:16SONS OF GOD6:26:36:8, 18ff7:6-24FLOOD6:5, 11f6:7, 13-216:8, 18ff11:8BABEL11:411:6f10:1-3211:8Preach the Word, Genesis, Kent Hughes, chapter 1, note 3, p. 625QUESTIONS TO CONSIDERWho is God?What has he done/is he doing/is he going to do?Who am I? (In light of 1 & 2)What do I get to do? (In light of who I am)How do I do it?Let's ask some summary sermon questions:Q. What do I want them to know?A. Q. Why do I want them to know it?A. Q. What do I want them to do about it?A. Q. Why do I want them to do it?A. Q. How can they begin to do this?A. OUTLINESDISCUSSION QUESTIONSDiscovery Bible Study process: https://www.dbsguide.org/Read the passage together.Retell the story in your own words.Discovery the storyWhat does this story tell me about God?What does this story tell me about people?If this is really true, what should I do?What is God saying to you right now? (Write this down)What are you going to do about it? (Write this down)Who am I going to tell about this?Find our sermons, podcasts, discussion questions and notes at https://www.gracetoday.net/podcastAlternate Discussion Questions (by Jeff Vanderstelt): Based on this passage:Who is God?What has he done/is he doing/is he going to do?Who am I? (In light of 1 & 2)What do I do? (In light of who I am)How do I do it?Final Questions (Write this down)What is God saying to you right now? What are you going to do about it?MAIN REFERENCES USED“Genesis,” by R. Kent Hughes, Preaching the Word Commentary, Edited by Kent HughesExalting Jesus in Genesis, by BethancourtThe Genesis Record, by Henry MorrisThe Genesis Factor, by David Helms & Jon Dennis“Look at the Book” by John Piper (LATB)“The Bible Knowledge Commentary” by Walvoord, Zuck (BKC)“The Bible Exposition Commentary” by Warren Wiersbe (BEC)Outline Bible, D Willmington (OB)Willmington's Bible Handbook, D Willmington (WBH)NIV Study Bible (NIVSB) https://www.biblica.com/resources/scholar-notes/niv-study-bible/Chronological Life Application Study Bible (NLT)ESV Study Bible (ESVSB) https://www.esv.orgThe Bible Project https://bibleproject.com“The Bible in One Year 2023 with Nicky Gumbel” bible reading plan on YouVersion app (BIOY)Claude.ai
Series: Chaos to CovenantTitle: “How did the universe begin?"Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2 NIV Father and Spirit createdHebrews 11:3 created out of nothingRomans 5:20 where sin increased, grace increased all the more2 Timothy 2:13 if we're faithless, he is faithfulJohn 1:1-14 Father and Son createdColossians 1:15-17 Son of God createdHebrews 1:1-3 Son of God createdActs 2:36-39 (Invitation)Bottom line: The universe begins with God speaking it into existence from nothing.INTRODUCTIONCONTEXTSERMON OUTLINECONCLUSIONNOTESQUESTIONS TO CONSIDER OUTLINESDISCUSSION QUESTIONSMAIN REFERENCES USEDINTRODUCTION"TWO MAPS, ONE JOURNEY by David HelmsI vividly recall taking family vacations. My father was a schoolteacher, and summertime meant extended driving trips.We began at home in Chicago and drove to South Dakota and Mount Rushmore — across to Cheyenne- up to Yellowstone - down through the Rockies — and into Silverton, where we would camp for an extended time.In the months leading up to those trips, Dad would always post a large map of the United States on our refrigerator door.This map contained the grand view of the entire journey. For on it, with indelible ink, Dad would trace our path. However, he never traced it out all at once. You see, all seven of us kids would set aside money from our newspaper routes in an effort to help pay for the gasoline for the trip. So, as the funds for gas accumulated, the indelible ink indicating how far we could go extended across the map. It was always a great day when the ink made its way back to the beginning, because we knew then that we had collected enough money to pay for the entire trip.A funny thing, though: We never brought this map on the trip. The "grand view map" was too general. For the actual trip we needed a more detailed map, so we took along our Rand McNally Road Atlas, complete with all fifty states! I loved that map because it contained inset maps of large cities and all kinds of information the refrigerator map didn't have.The creation account in Genesis 1, like the map on my family's refrigerator, is the grand view in which mankind is seen as the pinnacle, but only within the context of all of creation.Chapter 2, on the other hand, is like one page of the Rand McNally map, which shows in full detail what the pinnacle (mankind) is really like.In one breath, chapter 1 spoke of the creation of man in the image of God as male and female. Now, however, beginning in2:4, the writer focuses our attention specifically on humankind.He wants us to camp here for an extended time.This is exciting, because chapter 2 deals directly with one of life's big questions: "Who are we, really?"" -David Helms, pp. 49-50Imagine you are a cartoon. You live in a 2D world--height and width. Let's say you can think like you do now. You have the same questions about life and eternity. You live in a animated world that is real. Eventually, you realize that there's order in your cartoon world. You see clues in the consistency of things, the order of things, the purposefulness of things and the beauty of things. This leads to more questions. Eventually, the cartoonist begins to reveal more to you through other characters. And at some point you realize that there is a creator of the cartoon world in which you live. In fact, the great cartoonist exists and created you on purpose for a purpose. If you found yourself in this situation, how would you respond? How would you feel about the great cartoonist? Would you be grateful that he created you when he didn't to? Or would you complain about he color of your costume? Would you be in awe that there exists a being so powerful that at the stroke of a pen, he could create life? Or would you complain about the story plot of your life? My hope is that as we listen to God through His Story in Genesis, we will wrestle with these questions in 3D+. Because this is like the world in which we live. There's a creator and he is God. His name is Jesus and he created you on purpose for a purpose. My hope is that you will come to understand and believe this to the degree that it moves you to gratitude and worship. Not just when we sing a song but 24//7. That it will shape the way that you live and the choices that you make and the narratives you choose to believe and the people you hang out with. Let's look at Genesis and ask ourselves 2 questions as we do:God, what are you saying to me today?God, what do you want me to do about what you're saying to me today?CONTEXTGenesis (beginning) is a book of beginnings. It's primeval history (universal world history) of the world (universe) made up of 5 stories with the same structure. (1-11)The FallCainSons of God marrying daughters of manThe FloodTower of BabelThey all follow this 4-fold pattern:Sin: the sin is describedSpeech: There is a speech by God announcing the penalty for the sinGrace: God brings grace to the situation to ease the misery due to sinPunishment: God punishes the sinPatriarchal history (12-50) or the history of Israel's founding fathers. It continues to reveal the many graces of God based on the gracious promise God made to and through Abraham in Genesis 12:3."Genesis is about grace." Sin, then grace. Sin, then grace.Grace is often times defined as an acronymGod's RichesAtChrist'sExpenseGrace is undeserved favor.Genesis is also about God's fidelity. God is faithful even when we're not. God keeps his promises even when the people the promises are for threaten the fulfillment of the promises."If we are faithless, he remains faithful--for he cannot deny himself." 2 Timothy 2:13People are wonderful and awful.The bulk of Genesis affirms our terrible sinfulness.Therefore, salvation had to come by faith (we certainly didn't deserve it or could earn it)Genesis 15:6 Moses writes, "Abram believed the LORD, and he credited it to him as righteousness.""There's only one way fallen humanity can be saved--the Genesis way--by faith. There has never been another way." -HughesWho wrote Genesis? According the Old and New Testaments, Moses c. 15th century BC. Jesus confirms this.Kind of cool: Genesis 1:1 is 7 words. 1:2 is 14 words. And the chapter ends with 3 verses of 7 Hebrew words (21 words).SERMON I. Primeval history (1-11)--God and the worldA. God and the beginningBereshith Elohim Bara is the Hebrew for this phrase, "In the beginning God...""In the beginning" of our universe - Hebrew bereshith God was there in the beginning before time and space existed. The beginning of universal history.He has always existed. He never began or was born.He will always exist. He lives forever.Elohim = God or gods; not plural for number here but intensity i.e. Most God you can getGenesis, the OT, and the Bible are all about God, his creation and his glory.The Bible assumes God's existence. Never debates it. Says the fool believes there is no God in Proverbs.It's one thing to doubt or question whether he exists or notIt's another to ignore the many evidences of his existence and conclude he doesn't exist; too much evidence from natureB. God and the universe (1:1): "God created the heavens and the earth.""God created the heavens..."Heavens = skiesHeaven 1: as we think about itSpaceOur sky as we think about itEarth = land (they would have understood it as the ground)We see from the rest of the chapter that God spoke things into existence. God created out of love for us and his sonUs - we now existHim - he now has a bride (not that he needed one)God created from nothing - Hebrew bara; this reminds me of an old joke:An atheist scientist came to God and said, “We've figured out how to make a man without you.” God said, “OK, let me see you do it.” So the atheist bent down to the ground and scooped up a handful. But God stopped him and said, “Oh, no you don't. Get your own dirt!”Primary or absolute creation is from nothing (what only God can do)Secondary or relative creation is from something (what we can do)God or Elohim (gods in Hebrew) is plural as a literary device to intensify the word. This isn't just a god. This is the God of gods. God is the point of the Bible. God is pre-existent. He existed before our universe did because he's eternal and uncreated. Before time and space, there was God.God is powerful. He created out of nothing.God is personal. He personally spoke creation into existence. He personally walked in the garden with Adam.C. God and the earth (1:2): "Now the earth (land) was formless (wild) and empty (waste), darkness was over the surface of the deep (abyss = chaotic darkness), and the Spirit of God (Holy Spirit) was hovering (overshadowing) over the waters."The world starts out as a dark, chaotic, wild wasteland without form. God will form it, frame it, fill it and then finish it. Here he begins to form it through his Spirit. The triune God is at work here.Have you ever been at sea, miles out, at night? Maybe on a cruise ship or a deep sea fishing trip so far out that you can't see any lights or land? It's creepy and a little scary. God creates/works as a triune GodFather--Genesis 1:1; 26Son--John 1:1-2; Gen 1:26Holy Spirit--Genesis 1:2; 26The Spirit working chaos to order is seen when the Holy Spirit "overshadows" Mary making her pregnant with Jesus in the virgin birth (new creation). The Holy Spirit comes down like a dove onto Jesus at his baptism in the waters (symbolizing chaos and judgment). The Spirit raises Jesus from the dead, bringing him back to life. (Bethencourt) This is the first of many examples of the Holy Spirit doing this kind of work.II. Patriarchal history (12-50)--God and Abraham's familyCONCLUSIONBottom line: The universe begins with God speaking it into existence from nothing.God deserves our worship. Therefore, we should worship him with all our heart, mind, soul and strength. God creates out of love. Love creates and connects relationally.God wants us to worship him with our lips and our lives. (Hebrews 13:15-16)Invitation““Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah.” When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?” Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.”” Acts 2:36-39 NIVBottom line: What is God saying to me right now?What am I going to do about it? Write this down on a sheet of paper. What I hear you saying, Lord, is ___________________.[my name] is going to believe/do __________________________________________________ as a result.Finally, share this with your Home or Mission group this week when you gather as a testimony about what God is doing in your life. You don't have to get too specific to give him praise.PrayNOTESTruths to noteGod existed and exists eternallyGod exists in plural unity as the Holy TrinityGod was in the beginningGod was before anything existed in our universe and the universe itselfGod created everything that exists in the universe and the universe itselfGod creates something from nothing Latin ex nihiloAn atheist scientist came to God and said, “We've figured out how to make a man without you.” God said, “OK, let me see you do it.” So the atheist bent down to the ground and scooped up a handful. But God stopped him and said, “Oh, no you don't. Get your own dirt!”God creates with words. He spoke creation into existence. His words still have power.God creates purposefully for his glory and our good.God starts with light to display his creation and provide an essential ingredient for life.God only creates things that are good. Together it was all very good and will be again.God is a God of order and moves from chaos to order. Elohim (gods) intensifies God's divine majesty, when used as a noun. When used as a verb, it's singular for there is only one true God.God created all things. "Heavens and earth"God created an "open" universe, not a "closed" one where he never interactsNotes from Bible Project Videos1-11 God and the world12:3 Hinge verse12-50 God and Abraham's familyDisorder --> OrderAdam = humanHumanity created to:Reflect God's character (image)Represent God's rule (reign)Harness creation's potential and create beauty and order"Blessing" is a key word hereChoice: Tree of knowledge of good and evilTrust God's definition of good and evil, orSeize autonomy and define good and evil for themselves?Serpent (against God) tells a different story. He lies when he tells them that if they eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil that they will be like God. Because they already are like God (made in his image).Heavens and earth aka skies and landFormless and empty aka wild and wasteDeep abyss = dark, chaotic oceanDays 1-3 God splits apart and forms this disordered waste into 3 ordered realms:Realm: Time. God splits darkness and light on Day 1.Realm: Sky & Seas. God splits the waters into water canopy or clouds (or both) and sea on Day 2.Realm: Land. God brings land out of water and includes vegetation on it on Day 3.Days 4-6 God Day 4 brings lights--sun, moon and stars to reflect his light in space.Day 5 brings creations to fill the sky and seaDay 6 brings land animals and humanity to fill the land. First poem in the Bible (1:27) celebrates God's creation where he completed the skies, land and inhabitants. God completes and rests and dwells in this sacred space he treats as a temple. The world or at least the garden of Eden is his temple.Notes from Bethencourt
What sparks your imagination?What shuts down your capacity to imagine?Where does your mind go when the stakes are high, and the pressure feels too great? Do you find yourself mentally preparing for the worst possible outcomes, as if you were rehearsing a play? Do you shut down or numb out to manage your fears and anxieties?Our brains naturally seek comfort in the known or fill in the unknown with potential disasters. However, it takes conscious effort and practice to build the capacity to imagine positive outcomes when things feel bleak.But we can counter overwhelm and despair by connecting with imaginative individuals who embody hope, curiosity, and possibility grounded in vision and action.These visionary leaders remind us that something different is possible and that we can choose to take deliberate action to change the prevailing tides.In this new series of Unburdened Leader conversations, I'll be in dialogue with leaders who urge us to envision a future that's not just a distant dream, but a reality we can actively shape today.Over the next few months, you will hear conversations that invite you to take meaningful action here and now that does not deplete but heals and energizes.These visionary conversations will help you connect with your desire to see a way through the noise and do something different.Listen to the full episode to hear:Why this moment feels so vital to share conversations with leaders imagining–and building–a more moral and just worldA taste of upcoming topics of conversation, from invisible disabilities to reframing resilience as a collective undertakingEssential steps for building and protecting your capacity to hope and imagine in trying timesLearn more about Rebecca:rebeccaching.comWork With RebeccaSign up for the weekly Unburdened Leader Email.Resources:EP 02: How Self-Leadership Saves You From The Relentless Drive To Succeed with Dr. Richard SchwartzEP 88: Right-Use-of-Power: Navigating Leadership Dynamics with Dr. Cedar Barstow
In episode 73 of "The Art of We" podcast, hosts Krista and Dr. Will Van Derveer explore the concept that when individuals are genuinely supported within their partnerships, they unlock a unique level of potential that can be a pivotal foundation for personal growth and achieving one's greatest successes, and that transcends an individual's mere high-functioning ability. They illuminate how the patterns and beliefs instilled in us from childhood carry over into our adult lives, influencing our intimate relationships. By challenging and supporting each other to confront and heal from past relational injuries, partners can achieve a level of fulfillment and expression that was previously unattainable, highlighting the interconnectedness of personal development and relational dynamics.The episode culminates in a powerful message about the potential for partnerships to serve as a catalyst for not just personal transformation but also for contributing positively to the world, pushing the boundaries of what is possible both personally and collectively.You'll also hear:The need for support and security within primary partnerships to unlock higher levels of potentialGrowth and healing within intimate relationships as a foundation for overcoming the limitations imposed by past traumas and childhood imprintsThe transformative potential of partnerships in contributing positively to the wider worldA call to action for listeners to reevaluate the depth and purpose of their relationshipsListen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or on your favorite podcast platform. Resources Mentioned: Our Top 10 Relationship Agreements Episode 72: “Conscious Relationship Endings”Get in Touch: The Art Of We WebsiteThe Art of We Instagram Integrative Psychiatry Institute: Mental Wellness & Psychedelic Therapy TrainingRate, Review & Follow on Apple Podcasts: If you want to show your support for this show, please consider rating and reviewing The Art of We on Apple Podcasts. To do that, open the Apple Podcasts app and search for The Art of We. Scroll to the bottom of the package and rate with 5 stars. Let us know your favorite part of the show by clicking “Write a Review.” While you're at it, follow the show so you can get the latest episode delivered to your phone weekly.
In this recording from the Ram Dass Fellowship, Jamie Catto describes surrendering to the power of Yin in our daily lives.To learn more and sign up for the Ram Dass Fellowship, visit RamDass.org/Fellowship. To support this free offering, please consider leaving a donation at RamDass.org/Donate.Today's podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/beherenowThis time on the BHNN Guest Podcast, Jamie and Jackie explore:The difference between Yin and YangSurrendering to the flow of YinThe benefits of yin parentingListening receptively in love makingDancing as an example of YinCuriosity as a quality of YinThe power of Yin in allaying our overworking imaginationsOur culture's avoidance of negative emotionsThe emotional plumbing system of the bodyForging paths through the forest of worry and anxietyEmbodying peace for the worldA guided mindfulness meditation from JamiePracticing loving awareness and self-loveAbout Jamie Catto:Jamie's mission is to make self-reflection hip enough to save us from ourselves. Jamie Catto is the director of the 2019 film Becoming Nobody, the quintessential portal to Ram Dass' life and teachings (BecomingNobody.com). He is an author and musician running transformational workshops and events to reclaim all the treasure we edited away into the shadows and facilitate everyone daring to be more real, more fallible, more tender, more intimate. His mission is to create a world full of ‘walking permission slips' where we all lighten up and enjoy the unpredictable human path together with humor, playfulness, and a healthy dose of irreverence. Jamie's workshops and 1-1s provide a refreshing approach to inner work with the right dose of playfulness and depth. Keep up with Jamie on his website or on Instagram.“So much of the treasure, creativity, lovemaking, parenting, laughing, dancing, the flow of the life is to be experienced when we allow ourselves to be moved and practice the qualities of Yin, which are curiosity, surrender, welcomeness, listening, spaciousness, all of those kinds of things where we let life live us and we become in the flow of the greater river of life.” – Jamie CattoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Show Notes:MATT THIELEMAN is a transformational coach, visionary, speaker, advisor, and author. Matt works with leaders and change-makers to help them live into their purpose more fully, and bring their masterpieces to the world. He educates and trains coaches to be world-class in their field, and help their clients reach their full potential. You can learn more about him at goldenbristle.com.He is the author of This is Coaching: How to Transform a Client's Performance, Life & Business as a Master Coach & Warrior of Love. Quote: “I'm a little human who hurts a lot that I feel a lot and that everything that I do is in service of something bigger, something more for them.” - Matt ThielemanKnowledge Nuggets and Take-Aways:Live your life to support people, remind them how amazing they areA great coach will sit in the discomfort of their clients and help them grow into their own answersIt's okay to have a little conflict with your coach, yet do it through solid communicationMatt wants to die empty knowing he gave so much of him to the worldA standard for a great coach is to want to see their clients at their bestYou are not hiring a coach for their framework or their genius. The real work will come in YOU doing the work with your coaches guidanceWhen starting to work with a coach, ask them that when your session or relationship goes sideways, how can you circle back, repair and move forwardTake care of your body at a young ageThe power inside you was part of what made this universe, remember you have the power! Matt's invitation to you is if you feel like something may be possible to take 5 minutes, tune into it that knowing that wisdom and get to know it! Here is a link to this episode on Time To Shine Today Site: https://timetoshinetoday.com/podcast/mattthieleman/Recommended Resources: Visit Golden BristlePick Up Matt's Must Read Book: This is CoachingMatt's Linked INMatt's FacebookMatt's InstagramMatt's Twitter
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Delighted to welcome Actress & Director Joanne Howarth to "The Good Listening To Show" Clearing. With many a Theatre & TV banger to her name, having performed at most of the major theatres in the land. Including 3 seasons at the RSC, one highlight of which was "The Alchemist" with Hugh Bonneville & David Bradley. She also played on TV opposite Sir Kenneth Branagh in "Wallander".And we have history! Joanne and I met way back when at the Salisbury Playhouse in a production of "Custer's Last Stand", directed by previous Show Guest, Lucy Pitman Wallace.Suffused with theatrical anecdotes and inspirations aplenty, Jo talks about her personal ritual (for the last 20 years) of always finding solace and her 'serious happy place' in her "Morning Pages", a practice derived from Julia Cameron's "The Artist's Way. With treks through the South Downs near her home town of Brighton becoming her Clearing and her creative lab for untangling thoughts and mastering monologues. We also venture into the rehearsal room, where the chemistry of artists & theatre companies like Complicité and Told By An Idiot ignite Joanne's craft, blending the physical with the poetic to create theatre that resonates long after the curtain falls.Tales of inspiration, resilience, and the occasional happy distraction adorn this episode, painting a portrait of a life dedicated to the stage and to the magic and the sense of rich community that it can bring.She pays tribute to her fellow community of Globe Education Practitioners (GEPs) for their unwavering support and inspiration in all that she does in her work. Jo also delves into the societal impact of theatre and considers the enduring legacy of storytelling as a reflective mirror to our worldA wonderful and rich episode indeed!You can also Watch/Listen to Joanne Howarth's episode here: https://vimeo.com/chrisgrimes/joannehowarthTune in next week for more stories of 'Distinction & Genius' from The Good Listening To Show 'Clearing'. If you would like to be my Guest too then you can find out HOW via the different 'series strands' at 'The Good Listening To Show' website. Show Website: https://www.thegoodlisteningtoshow.com You can email me about the Show: chris@secondcurve.uk Twitter thatchrisgrimes LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-grimes-actor-broadcaster-facilitator-coach/ FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/842056403204860 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW wherever you get your Podcasts :) Thanks for listening!
With everything going on in Israel right now why is it important to funnel resources to Lebanon?Because the level of despair in Lebanon is at an historic high. And . . . Because God is working there like never beforeThere is an urgency to this situation - 2.5 million refugees in a country of only 4 million. More per square mile than any place in the worldA collapsed economy - World Bank calling it the worst economic collapse in 150 years. 85% of everyone living there needing aid and 99% of every refugee family looking for their next meal. In the middle of this despair though - - HOPE is rising. I know you have made a number of trips there personally - how have you seen God working in the hearts and lives of the people there. Because of the relational ministry philosophy of Heart for Lebanon, everything they do points to the opportunity to share the Gospel. Lebanon remains the most democratic free society in the middle East. We are free to share the Gospel and More Muslim Cultured people are coming to Christ than at any time in our generation. One of my visits there I meet a refugee family in a farmer's field. They were displaced in the middle of the night and went on the run. But Heart for Lebanon met with us and shared with us who Christ is and how He came to save them. How can people help today?(JH) $116 helps provide survival essentials AND the Gospel to a poverty stricken child and their family. Go to faithfi.com/lebanonThe website again is faithfi.com/lebanon. ON TODAY'S PROGRAM, ROB ANSWERS LISTENER QUESTIONS: Sharon will be done paying for her home mortgage next July. What should she expect?Marie has a received a lump sum for a pension she didn't realized she had. She's paid the taxes on it, paid tithe and now wants to know how to best invest it.Cora has money in a high rate savings that was at 3.75% and now is .08%, can we transfer that someplace that is higher?Laura wants to share saving for her 6 grandsons that was not a 529, in case one of them decides not to go to college. RESOURCES MENTIONED: FaithFi.com/Lebanon - Certified Kingdom AdvisorBankrate.comJoinChristianCommunity.com Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network as well as American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.comwhere you can join the FaithFi Community, and give as we expand our outreach. Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.
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Transcript In this final - and therefore extra-long - episode, three parents who have previously been guests on the podcast talk about how their family's bilingual journey has progressed since then. I look back over the past four years, reflect on the future and, to conclude, we hear a poem written about and dedicated to bilingual children, and inspired by the podcast. Our first guest is Liz. I first spoke to her in the first season of Kletsheads (in episode 4, about language mixing). Liz is originally from Limburg in the Netherlands but has lived in Canada for 10 years. Together with her Egyptian husband, she has a 4-year-old son, Otis. Next, we hear from Marjolein. Marjolein grew up monolingually in the Netherlands, studied English and then became an English teacher. When she became a mother in 2018, she decided to also speak English to her infant son Owen. She now has a second son, James. Marjolein was first featured in this episode 2 of the first season on how much input does a child need to hear to become bilingual. Finally, I speak to Christi. Christi was first on the podcast back in 2020 (in the same episode as Liz) as our Kletshead of the week. She spoke about her own upbringing as a trilingual child in Vienna, and about the choices she faced now that she had become her mother herself. In this episode she tells us how speaking German can sometimes be a challenge (especially when 'life' gets in the way) and how her eldest daughter has picked up Spanish from her mum. If you want to know how these three parents and their bilingual families are doing now, listen to the podcast! To conclude this episode and thus the entire podcast series, we hear a poem, Three words for squirrel. This poem was written and is performed by spoken word poet, Wieke Vink. You might recognise Wieke from the first episode of this final season, when she interviewed our Kletshead of the week. If you listen carefully to the poem, you will hear many references to conversations, topics and words that have passed by in the past four in the podcast. Three words for squirrel This poem is for the little onesWhose mother tongueIs more than one With words in different flavoursOn the tip of your tongueOr flowing out of your fingertips This is for the childrenFor whom the crossroads of thoughts in your headCould be spread outInto at least two different languages With womb-held babiesBathing in soundFollowing the rhythmic patternsThat are with them – all around EmergingOut into the worldA holder of knowledge Growing up You already knowHow to be gentle with yourself and with othersHow to wobble on the table of conventions How to take it slowWhen a word doesn't immediately come to mind When in search for the right ‘mmm'The nuance that you might knowFrom the flow of past conversations Not yet fully interpretatedBut held onto brightlyIn the library of your mind Your shelves full of boxesWith vocab and grammarTu sais que somewhereBetween the Malayalam, French and Finnishthere will be a great find This is for youAs you've feltHow language is part of connectionFor all our neurodiverse minds Language as a connectorFor all things funny and wise, silly and kind Dear multilingual child You might not be able to speak it allYou might not be able to read it allYet you are able to hold it all In a map of the worldThat's unique to youAnd the communities that you belong to Your cultures sometimes resonatingIn the tones of your skinThe rhythms of your sentencesThe sounds of your name You know, language is part of identityYet our schools may beSo monolingual or full of variety With the need for heritage language educationAnd intercultural communicationWithin and across our different nations With all these languages holding the world in their embraceAnd a dialect in every corner And when seasons seem out of orderYou are asked to braze both our physical and our cultural landscapes As three seasons of a podcast droppedFrom the northern hemisphereCoveri...
Dr. Phillip Gable, Director of the Interdisciplinary Neuroscience Graduate Program and Professor at the University of Delaware, recently joined the Laughing Matters podcast to dissect the intricate world of human emotions and humor with the precision of a brain surgeon but the vulnerability of a stand-up comedian. Dr. Gable discusses everything from how our emotions impact behavior to the neural underpinnings that drive our humor responses. He also addresses the following:With all due respect to Socrates and Plato, Dr. Gable says using an Aristotelian approach to set up punchlines and make sense of the unexpected are linked to humor in the business worldA laugh out loud tale involving an unexpected restroom encounter with the police at a restaurantHow he uses emotions to set the rhythm for effective teaching and storytelling and, critically, deepening connections with students.
In this episode, Jaime brings in Dave Hunt, creative director for ODUGlobal, for a dive deep into the nuances of marketing online academic programs. As more universities look to the online space as a solution to the enrollment cliff, more and more marketers are being asked to market online programs. A distinctive challenge compared with marketing traditional higher education offerings, marketing online programs requires different strategies and tactics. Takeaways for this episode include: Insights into what it takes to capture attention in a digital-first worldA rationale for ensuring marketing has a seat at the table when online programs are developedTips for collaboration between marketing teams and academic departments, including best practices for building strong, symbiotic relationships with faculty and program leadersWays to position the perennial favorite of universities – the online MBAInsights into setting a budget for marketing online programsWhether you're a seasoned marketer, an academic leader, or just curious about the future of online education, this episode promises insights, anecdotes, and strategies that are bound to inspire and inform. This episode is brought to you by our friends at Mindpower:Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO is sponsored by our friends at Mindpower- a full-service marketing and branding firm celebrating nearly thirty years of needle-moving, thought-provoking, research-fueled creative and strategy. Mindpower is women-founded and owned, WBENC certified, nationally recognized, and serves the social sector – higher education, healthcare, non-profits, and more. The Mindpower team is made up of strategists, storytellers, and experience creators. From market research to brand campaigns to recruitment to fundraising, the agency exists to empower clients, amplify brands, and help institutions find a strategic way forward. Learn more about Mindpower here! About the Enrollify podcast Network:Confessions of a Higher Ed CMO is a part of the Enrollify Podcast Network. If you like this podcast, chances are you'll like other Enrollify shows too! Our podcast network is growing by the month and we've got a plethora of marketing, admissions, and higher ed technology shows that are jam packed with stories, ideas, and frameworks all designed to empower you to be a better higher ed professional. Our shows feature a selection of the industry's best as your hosts. Learn from Mickey Baines, Zach Busekrus, Jeremy Tiers, Eddie Francis, Jaime Gleason and many more. Learn more about The Enrollify Podcast Network at podcasts.enrollify.org. Our shows help higher ed marketers and admissions professionals find their next big idea — come and find yours!
Today we are coming back to Carole's conversation with Russ Ramsey, author of Rembrandt is in the Wind. After talking about the book, Carole turns toward the topic of introducing children to fine art. Russ shares some great insights to doing that and even a few lessons we adults can learn from children as well. In this episode, you'll hear about: Why do we even study art? What is the value? Beauty as a form of protestTelling the story of what it means to live in a broken worldA simple question to ask children Letting children wonder and roam rather than looking for the lessonClick HERE to get the book, Rembrandt is in the Wind. Support the showHelp us share the message of homeschool made simple with others by leaving a rating and review. Thank you for helping us get the word out!Follow along on Instagram here!Visit our website to sign up to receive an exclusive discount for your first purchase in our online store!
Welcome to a fresh episode of Ceremony Circle with your Official Ceremony Circle Guide and bestselling author of Animal Power book and card deck, Alyson Charles Storey. Today, we are graced by the presence of Flora Ware, a sacred sound priestess and founder of Earth Song Temple. A vocal coach to spiritual entrepreneurs, Flora uses her platform to encourage confident communication. She passionately believes in the power of voice as an instrument of healing and manifestation.Flora's journey into the spiritual realm began in 1993 when she attended a full moon women's circle at just the age of 14. This experience awakened her inner Celtic witch, setting her on a lifelong path of divine feminine devotion. Top 5 Things You'll Learn from This Episode:Flora's transformational journey from a classically trained opera singer to a sacred musicianThe distinctions between chanting, toning, and singingHow to use your voice in ritual and spiritual practices, regardless of your perceived singing abilitiesThe vital role of the throat chakra in sharing your unique gifts with the worldA special vocalizing technique for throat chakra healingDon't miss our closing Ceremony Circle practice where Flora offers a special vocalizing technique, along with a poem. Connect with me on Instagram @IAMALYSONCHARLES or visit my website alysoncharles.com. Discover more about Flora Ware and how to work with her on her website floraware.ca.This episode was made possible by the bestselling Animal Power Book and Card Deck. Order from my website to receive a free guided shamanic journey where you can meet your power animal!
Today I'm chatting with Founder of The Ingredientist, Holly Moore, the powerhouse behind product development for some of your favorite cosmetic products on the market today. In this episode we'll cover:Holly's journey to becoming a sought after product developer in the cosmetics worldA peek behind-the-scenes of what it's like for brands that are creating the products we add to cartSustainability, what it means, how brands contend with current challengesMarketing claims: Holly is super transparent about what's involved in those claims, how she guides brands (and their marketing teams) when creating the promises we as consumers, see on product pagesWhat she sees as the future of cosmetics from biotech to synthetic biology and then someYou can learn more about Holly here: https://www.theingredientist.com/Thank you for spending time with me! Don't forget to rate and review wherever you listen to podcasts.Thanks for your support. I'll be back soon with some more inspiring conversations with inspiring humans...-BrittCleaning up your routine? Check out my baby: TheStyleShaker.comYou can also follow me for more on Instagram @brittwitkin
Main talking points include:Prefer to watch this show? Subscribe to the YouTube Channel! There are multiple levels of service that an agency can work on...ClientsStaff and their dependantsThe ownerThe wider worldA business is only really a sustainable force when it can serve all four (OK, if you're content at being a solo-agency, then maybe not number 2). Why is service important? Differences for clients:Personalized ServiceProactive ServiceResponsive Service Differences for staff:A safe placeSecurity in knowing they are contributing to a bigger picture, that in turn contributes back to themConfidence in bringing life in to work and knowing that the balance is the last way round. Differences for the owner:FreedomSecurityWealth"Success" – whatever that looks like Differences to the wider world:A legacyCommunity impactA positive footprint Links: Roger Edwards Join the Facebook Group
In this episode, I share my raw and honest experiences working with my sons Cooper and Waylon to build the Influence Army. We dive into personal struggles, the strength in acknowledging our flaws, and the power of my APPLE framework for personal growth. As part one of a three-part series, we focus on the first step: Acknowledging the problem. Join us on this journey of personal growth, familial bonds, and changing the world one step at a time.Encapsulated Show Notes:My sons quit their jobs to help build the Influence ArmyUnveiling the APPLE framework for personal growthOvercoming the challenges of working closely with familyThe transformative power of acknowledging our flaws and seeking helpThe vision of the Influence Army and its role in changing the worldA glimpse into my past successes and the path that led me hereRevealing our shared dream of a family compound on the beachside hill of EncinitasJoin The Influence Army Here! https://www.theinfluencearmy.com/FMLEmail me: contact@belove.mediaFor social Media: https://www.facebook.com/MrMischaSubscribe and share with your business associates who could use a listen!
This week's episode of Common Shapes is about the fact (yes, it's a fact) that your art is of service, no matter what you create.I also share my four containers for connecting with the why behind your work. And I offer many, many ideas for how to market your art in creative, fun, meaningful ways.Listen in to learn—Why all art is of serviceHow to figure out who your art is forMy favorite creative marketing practicesPractices for visioning our work in the worldA spell for hitting sendAfter you listen, go get my free Creative Ideation Portal, and join me in sharing your work with the world!LinksGet the Creative Ideation PortalSign up for my weekly newsletter, Monday MondayJoin Flexible Office, my digital co-working spaceTake my Newsletter classSam Slupski's I LOVE TO FAILFind all these links & more at codycookparrott.com/commonshapes
The financial crisis of 2008 had disastrous effects all over the world. Not only did it put millions of people out of a job, it also led to multiple struggles outside of the economic forum. Join us today as we hop across the pond and speak with Kevin about his battles with alcohol addiction, his struggles in relationships, and his optimism as he continues to move forward.Please check out the links for Smart Recovery and AA below: https://www.smartrecoveryinternational.org/https://www.aa.org/aa-around-the-worldA book that our guest Kevin has recommended:https://books.apple.com/gb/book/in-the-realm-of-hungry-ghosts/id1375178765
We are on the cusp of major change. Is virtual reality, AI or Amazon part of your future business plans? Ian's unique perspective is global in nature and arguably one of the most diverse given his extensive travels around the world to see what people are doing, (or not), in our industry. Join us as we chat with futurist Ian McKenna and discuss the future of financial advice delivery and what advisors need to think about to stay relevant today.Ian, Adam & Derek discuss:One of the hardest things an advisor needs to do is help clients visualize the lifestyle their preparing for (VR can help do this very easily)A lot of advisors and the companies they represent are not adapting their commercial models to stay in business 5-10 years from now - it's time to consider reinventing how we charge clients (especially the younger generation)why is the US life insurance industry is 40 years behind the rest of the worldA symbiotic relationship between regulation and tech needs to exist to really achieve the highest levels of regulation with the latest techAmazon insurance already happening in UK (we discussed this over a year ago, it's coming to a computer near your clients)AI financial advice will be here in less than a decade AND using VR GlassesAnd lots more!Resources:Connect with Ian McKenna on LinkedInFollow Ian McKenna on TwitterLearn more about the Financial Technology Research CentreCheck out AdviserSoftware.comLearn more about ProtectionGuroFollow RethinkFA on LinkedInApply to be a guest on the RethinkFA Think TankRethink Podcast on YouTubeConnect With Adam Holt:Schedule an Asset-Map DemoAsset-Map LinkedIn: Adam HoltFacebook: Asset-MapTwitter: Asset_MapConnect With Derek Notman:Schedule a Call with DerekConneqtorLinkedIn: Derek NotmanLinkedIn: Conneqtor Twitter: Derek Notman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Get your free Personal Reboot Guide at www.theconfidentman.meCheck out more resources to help you as a man at David Maxwell CoachingBeing the man women want does not start with thinking about what women want! It starts with us developing ourselves as men. Too many men are living their lives based on what they "think" women want. This leads to confusion and pain from painful breakups and divorces. Men must stop focusing on what women want and must start focusing on three key things to develop as men. As they do this, they will automatically become more attractive to the right kind of woman.Quit Being What They Want As men, we must quit adapting to every whim we think women want or we will never be the men we were designed to beWe'll never figure out who we are if we are always playing a partWearing masks keeps us from developing intimacy in our relationshipsWhen a man is constantly changing based on a girl, he is not taking the time to figure himself outReal serving is done from strength and securityManipulative serving is done from insecurity and controlMen must go on the journey of figuring themselves out or they won't know how to authentically connect with a womanStart Building Our SecurityInsecurity is one of the biggest problems among men todayMen are controlled by women Men change for women based on their own insecurityWe must get to the foundation of who we are as menOur security is built on our foundation as men: our character, our worldview, our purposeMen often hide from this kind of deep thinking through the distractions of lifeMen who don't develop security, never grow up and mature as menDrive Our Own LifeWe must decide as men to drive our own life by taking responsibility for our actions and how we liveQuality Women want a man who knows who he is and what he is doing with his lifeMen who are hyper-control freaks often exhibit signs of extreme insecurity and control is how they try to keep order in their worldA man who is driving his life knows that he can control himself so he doesn't waste his energy on things he can't controlResponsible men can live authentically because they are constantly developing themselves and growing themselvesDriving our own life as men are contingent on having a direction to goMen who drive their life don't get caught up in the hedonistic trap so many men fall intoMentioned in this episode:Get your free Personal Reboot Guide Ebook to start your year strong! Go to www.theconfidentman.me to get your copy today.
In this interview, I'll be talking with Prof. Andrew Pettegree who co-authored The Library: A Fragile History with Arthur Der Weduwen. What I first thought was a self-explanatory symbol of scholarly righteousness I soon learned was an icon of the individual against the institution, a battleground of the “enlightened” elite and the “plebian” people, and a habitual testament of man's inborn desire to affect the world. And, these are just a few of the themes. Like all histories, the story of the library reveals not only the technologies and techniques that have brought us to our modern understanding of book collecting but also the human vices and virtues that have powered this progression.But, one question looms - do we still need public libraries in a digital world?Topics:Origin of public librariesPreservation of classicsHistory of censorship in the libraryHave public libraries really affected society?The future of libraries in an online worldA bibliophile's guide to organizing a libraryWhat books have had an impact on you?What advice do you have for teenagers?Andrew Pettegree, FBA is Professor of Modern History at the University of St Andrews and Director of the Universal Short Title Catalogue (an online bibliography of all books published in the first two centuries after the invention of print). He is the author of fifteen books in the fields of Reformation history and the history of communication including Reformation and the Culture of Persuasion (Cambridge University Press, 2005), The Book in the Renaissance (Yale University Press, 2010), The Invention of News (Yale University Press, 2014), Brand Luther (Penguin, 2015), The Bookshop of the World. Making and Trading Books in the Dutch Golden Age (Yale University Press, 2019) and The Library: A Fragile History, co-authored with Arthur der Weduwen, was published by Profile in 2021.Socials! -Lessons from Interesting People substack: https://taylorbledsoe.substack.com/Website: https://www.aimingforthemoon.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiming4moon/Twitter: https://twitter.com/Aiming4MoonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/aiming4moonTaylor's Blog: https://www.taylorgbledsoe.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6
Jonathan Shroyer is the Chief Customer Experience Innovation Officer of Arise Virtual Solutions, a customer service outsourcing, and offshoring consulting firm. Arise acquired Officium Labs, a company he co-founded, last November 2021 and is now known as Arise Gaming. Jonathan has been involved with customer service as a professional and a leader for more than two decades, leading large teams at established companies such as Microsoft, Monster, Autodesk, and startups like Postmates, Kabam, and Forte Labs. Recognized as a renowned thought leader in the industry through multiple mentions, Jonathan is a sought-after speaker at CX conferences, a guest in podcasts, and a writer about his passion—the future of customer service and the CS marketplace. Key Takeaways The current state of CX in a ‘post' pandemic worldA mindset-shift tip to take from the video gaming world - Jonathan explains how and why it's more valuable to retain players than to acquire new onesSetting organizational core values that focus not just on the business side of things, but on the people side as wellWhy it's important to always keep your customer in mind when designing new products or servicesJonathan digs into the two core pillars for ensuring success in the gaming industry; retaining and engaging players on a daily basisThe early warning signals of potential churning in your business; and the systems you can put in place to prevent this from happeningGiving your employees a level of experience where they feel valued enough to provide even higher levels of productivity Connect with Jonathan Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerryleisure/ Website - http://truecustomersuccess.com/ Twitter - https://mobile.twitter.com/chiefcxofficer
Hosts Ilia Delio and Gabi Sloan interview Dr. David Sloan Wilson about these topics: (Part Two)Where do power and authority reside in evolving prosocial unity?Religion and science can help to create the motivation, structure, and meaningful unity/belonging.The right use of technology can create a "nervous system" and an "ecological spirituality based on science" can create an "immune system."We need to distinguish between 2 orientations towards religion to say: a) a supernatural one and b) a Durkheimian view of meaning-based communities organized around morality and the common good What is dark adoration and its role in evolution? The integration of religion and science create the openness of earth and humanity to their fullest potential for life and a futureAbout Dr. David Sloan Wilson:David Sloan Wilson is an American evolutionary biologist and a Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Biological Sciences and Anthropology at Binghamton University. He is co-founder of the Evolution Institute, and co-founder of the spinoff nonprofit Prosocial World.Visit Prosocial World to learn more: https://www.prosocial.worldA huge thank you to all of you who subscribe and support our show! This podcast is made possible by a grant from the The Fetzer Institute . We are very grateful for their support. Join our our Patreon 'Hunger for Wholeness' Community for further background materials.Support the show
Hosts Ilia Delio and Gabi Sloan interview Dr. David Sloan Wilson about these topics: What is the puzzle of altruism in Darwinian Evolution?What is prosocial behavior and unity?Religion as the optimization of life in evolutionPower derives from cultivating a good reputation as one who can help a small group do well. Technology has enhanced the speed of evolution, propelling us into "the noosphere" yet we do not know how to live there.About Dr. David Sloan Wilson:David Sloan Wilson is an American evolutionary biologist and a Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Biological Sciences and Anthropology at Binghamton University. He is co-founder of the Evolution Institute, and co-founder of the spinoff nonprofit Prosocial World.Visit Prosocial World to learn more: https://www.prosocial.worldA huge thank you to all of you who subscribe and support our show! This podcast is made possible by a grant from the The Fetzer Institute . We are very grateful for their support. Join our our Patreon 'Hunger for Wholeness' Community for further background materials.Soraya -Be Convinced! Sharing Lifechanging Stories of HopeHost Soraya Coffelt shares lifechanging stories of hope to encourage and motivate you.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show
Who are you when the external success is stripped away? Darrin Charles, former NFL athlete turned Actor (speaker/educator), realized it comes down to trusting yourself to develop internal success.Today, Darrin is continuing to entertain and inspire audiences, working on films and other creative projects designed to help people uncover and discover more of who they are and what they truly want out of life. He speaks to athlete's guiding them through their transition and journey from the game of sports to the game of life. He also helps people envision new dreams and bigger goals – and what it takes to get there.Dive into the episode to learn what can happen when you get comfortable with trusting yourself and developing your internal success.Things you will learn in this episode:[00:01 - 04:01] Opening Segment I introduce today's guest, Darrin CharlesDarrin gives his background Hiding behind athleticism Darrin's family upbringing[04:02 - 14:40] Getting Comfortable with Trusting YourselfDarrin's entrance to full-time footballGetting signed by the Chicago Bears Realizing that the sports career has to come to a close Not setting your goal far enough Darrin talks about making a big transitionFeeling secure and trusting yourselfNavigating feeling like you're letting down people Getting comfortable with trusting yourselfShifting from external success to developing internal strengthGoing on an adventure of developing the internal personCreating a new network of relationships Seeing the value of the inner worldA quick word from our sponsor[14:41 - 22:16] Darrin Charles on Building Your NetworkWho you know or what you know? What you know is a great startGiving your what as value to the who Who you know is ultimately more importantDarrin's key strategies to network Find a value or skill to bring to the tableOne of the best values you can give is kindnessKnow the “why” behind your networking Your network is the answer to what you're looking forHow to check your intentions when networking You won't know until you understand yourself Darrin's work with helping student-athletes Darrin talks about providing value through his book club[22:17 - 27:26] Closing Segment Darrin's advice to his younger selfGiving resources to get educated Push the kindness factor and crack open the door to possibility ThE RaNDoM RoUnDHow to connect with DarrinLinks below Final words Tweetable Quotes: “A part of me felt that I had achieved what I set out to achieve… In many ways, I didn't set my goal far enough.” - Darrin Charles“Any pursuit that is beyond what you're capable of is really about trust and faith… You learn that even in your failures, it's setting you up for another success.” - Darrin Charles“Everything you want is within a conversation and everything you want is within your network that already exists.” - Darrin Charles Resources Mentioned: Darrin Charles Bookclub YouTube Want to connect with Darrin? You can follow him on Instagram and LinkedIn.Did you love the value that we are putting out in the show? LEAVE A REVIEW and tell us what you think about the episode so we can continue putting out great content just for you! Share this episode and help someone who wants to connect with world-class people. Jump on over to travischappell.com/makemypodcast and let my team make you your very own show!If you want to learn how to build YOUR network, check out my website travischappell.com. You can connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Be sure to join The Lounge to become part of the community setting up REAL relationships that add value and create investments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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