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Why Trump's Presidency is All But Over: Carville

The New Abnormal

The Daily Beast Podcast

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- A Whiff of the French Revolution in America: Carville describes how extreme economic inequality is creating dangerous conditions in America. About 40-45% of the country can't pay bills, young people can't imagine buying homes or affording education, while older generations have accumulated wealth and added $4 trillion in debt with more tax cuts for the wealthy. This inequality could lead to unrest as young people realize "these people stole everything from us."

- Trump's Political Vulnerability: Despite winning all swing states in the presidential election, Trump's position is weaker than it appears. His polling is at an all-time low (36% according to Gallup), and the results of November's off-year elections were "stunning" in both depth and breadth, with Democrats making significant gains across the country.

- Healthcare Costs as a Political Tipping Point: The rising cost of health insurance premiums on the Obamacare exchanges (sometimes doubling or tripling) is becoming a significant issue affecting about 23 million people. Carville suggests these increasing costs will cause more economic pain and political blowback for Republicans.

- Economic Rage as Democrats' Best Strategy: Carville argues Democrats should pivot to "economic rage" messaging, focusing on affordability, living costs, and increasing wages rather than identity politics. He advocates for raising the minimum wage to $20, arguing that higher wages would increase consumption and benefit businesses despite initial concerns about costs.

- Democrats' Critical Mistakes in 2024: Carville believes Democrats made "some of the worst mistakes any political party has ever made" in summer 2024 by not having Biden step down earlier and not allowing for a contested convention process. Despite these errors, Democrats only lost by about 1.7% and even picked up a House seat.

- The Future of the Democratic Party: Carville dismisses the focus on NYC Mayor Mamdani as emblematic of the Democratic Party's future, arguing New York City isn't the "center of the political universe." He believes Democrats have an exceptional talent bench, including figures like Ruben Gallego and Elissa Slotkin, and that Southern Black voters will ultimately determine the party's future by selecting candidates who have "walked the walk."

- Trump's Administration in Disarray: Carville sees Trump's power "oozing out" as disorder grows with issues in Ukraine, the Middle East, the Caribbean, and U.S. streets. He cites the controversy over U.S. forces shooting at migrants on boats and the Epstein files as examples of "human dramas" that are damaging Trump politically. He describes Trump as someone who "loves humiliating" figures like Mike Johnson and Lindsey Graham.
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Revisionist History is Malcolm Gladwell's journey through the overlooked and the misunderstood. Every episode re-examines something from the past—an event, a person, an idea, even a song—and asks whether we got it right the first time. From Pushkin Industries. Because sometimes the past deserves a second chance.
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How to Experience the Joy of Giving Right Now: A Giving Tuesday Special from The Happiness Lab

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• The Power of Small Acts of Kindness: Tim Harford (host of Cautionary Tales) shared how two men on a motorcycle in Cameroon returned his lost passport when he was traveling there as a young man. This experience challenged his preconceived negative expectations about people in a country rated as highly corrupt, showing how small acts of kindness can defy stereotypes and create lasting positive memories.

• The Gift of Companionship: J.R. Martinez, host of the podcast Medal of Honor and an Iraq war veteran, received an unexpected gift of a puppy at a veterans' fundraiser when someone who won the auction decided to give the dog to him. The dog, Romeo, became a crucial companion during J.R.'s healing journey after being wounded in combat, showing how gifts we don't even realize we need can profoundly impact our lives.

• Creating a Giving Habit: Author Michael Lewis (host of Against the Rules) shared his new practice of always carrying $10 bills to give to people who ask for help. This simple habit not only benefits recipients but also helps Lewis move through the world with fewer defenses up, creating a more open mindset toward others rather than operating from a place of mistrust.

• Standing Up for Others: Dr. Maya Shankar (host of A Slight Change of Plans) recounted how a girl named Adrienne stood up for her against bullies in elementary school. This act of kindness not only helped Maya at that moment but inspired her years later to stand up for someone experiencing bullying in college, demonstrating how kindness creates ripple effects through "moral elevation" that inspire others to act similarly.

• The Lasting Impact of Encouragement: Dr. Santos shared how a brief interaction with 6-year-old Avery at the World Science Festival, where she signed a ticket with "Have fun at MIT," became a lifelong source of inspiration. Nearly 20 years later, Avery, now an aerospace engineer, reached out to share how those simple words of encouragement had motivated her throughout her education and career.

• Take Action Immediately: Behavioral scientist Dr. Katie Milkman explained that we often fail to follow through on our giving intentions because our motivation decays over time. Research shows that when people are asked to donate shortly after receiving help (like hospital care), they're much more likely to give than if asked later. To combat this, she recommends taking immediate action when feeling motivated to give or setting specific reminders and accountability systems.

• Giving Tuesday Movement: The podcast highlighted GiveDirectly, a nonprofit that gives cash directly to people in extreme poverty to use as they see fit. The Pods Fight Poverty campaign unites multiple popular podcasts with the goal of raising a million dollars to lift several villages in Rwanda out of poverty, showing how small donations can collectively create significant change.
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Why new atheism grew old and secular thinkers are considering Christianity again.
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This long-form documentary podcast presented by Justin Brierley, tells the story of why new atheism grew old and secular thinkers are considering Christianity again.
Featuring interviews with secular and Christian thinkers such as Jordan Peterson, Richard Dawkins, Alex O Connor, Louise Perry, Tom Holland, Dave Rubin, NT Wright, Alister Mcgrath, Douglas Murray, Bethel Mcgrew, William Lane Craig, Jana Harmon, Bishop Robert Barron, Jonathan Pageau, Ayaan Hirsi-Ali, Stephen Woodford, Sarah Irving-Stonebraker, Adam Coleman, Lisa Fields, Jon Mccray, Paul Kingsnorth and Francis Spufford, this series accompanies the book 'The Surprising Rebirth of Belief in God'.
Could the tide of faith be ready to come in again in our generation?

S2 E28. Keep Christianity Weird: Why the supernatural is back in church

The Surprising Rebirth Of Belief In God

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The James Drain Miracle: In 2022, James Drain went from being legally blind (zero vision in his left eye and 40% in his right) to full sight immediately after his baptism. He had not been seeking healing but was simply surrendering his life to Jesus. The viral video of this moment has been shared by millions online.

Growing Interest in the Supernatural: Contemporary culture is experiencing a resurgence of interest in supernatural experiences. This includes dark expressions through "WitchTok" on social media, psychedelics, and various occult practices, which are particularly appealing to Gen Z who are searching for meaning and re-enchantment in a materialist world.

Statistics Show Youth Turning from Atheism: Recent UK surveys reveal only 13% of under-25s describe themselves as atheist, compared to 25% of Gen X. This generational shift indicates young people are more open to spiritual explanations of reality than their parents, who were more influenced by materialist worldviews.

Charismatic and Pentecostal Growth: Churches that embrace the supernatural dimension of Christianity are experiencing significant growth. This includes Pentecostal denominations like Elim and Assemblies of God, as well as churches influenced by the Charismatic renewal movement that began in the 1960s. They emphasize gifts of the Spirit such as prophecy, healing, and speaking in tongues.

The Historic Roots of Pentecostalism: Modern Pentecostalism traces back to the Azusa Street Revival of 1906 in Los Angeles, where William Seymour, a Black preacher with one eye, experienced the baptism of the Holy Spirit. Today, these churches have seen explosive growth globally, particularly in the Global South, and among Black-led churches in the UK.

Quiet Revival Data Confirms the Trend: The Bible Society's "Quiet Revival" research shows marked increases in religiosity and church attendance, especially among young people. The growth is particularly notable in two types of churches: liturgical traditions (Catholic/Anglo-Catholic) and Pentecostal/Charismatic churches that embrace supernatural experiences.

Supernatural Healing and Deliverance: Various testimonies demonstrate how supernatural encounters are transforming lives. Rod Dreher shares how a deliverance prayer freed him from lifelong suicidal thoughts tied to his relationship with his father. Tammy Comer discovered a generational curse was behind her debilitating illness, which was broken through prayer.

Openness to Occult Leading to Christian Conversion: Pete Gregg of 24-7 Prayer shares the story of a woman deeply involved in tarot cards and spirit guides who encountered Christianity through a "coincidental" sermon on the occult, resulting in her deliverance and conversion. Many churches report similar patterns of people finding Christ after exploring other forms of spirituality.

Balancing Supernatural with Scripture: Church leaders emphasize the importance of keeping supernatural experiences grounded in biblical teaching to avoid abuses. Malcolm Duncan and Andy Crook both stress that charismatic gifts must operate within the boundaries of Scripture to avoid manipulation or exploitation.

Nadim Ednan-Laperouse's Story: After his daughter Natasha died from an allergic reaction to unmarked ingredients in a sandwich, the previously non-religious Nadim had a vision of angels around her body. Later, another vision led him to forgive the company responsible for her death. These supernatural experiences led him to embrace Christianity, which helped him process his grief and establish the Natasha Allergy Research Foundation.

Global Christian Transformation: The movement of supernatural Christianity is having worldwide impact. Anna Morgan notes that in the Assemblies of God denomination, conversion and baptism numbers that had been declining or flat for decades have surged significantly since 2021, with baptisms up 56% in recent years.

Tom Holland's Advice: Historian Tom Holland, who experienced what he considers a miracle when praying for healing from cancer, advises churches: "Keep Christianity weird." He argues that churches should emphasize what makes them unique—the supernatural elements that secular institutions cannot offer.

The Return of the "Sea of Faith": Justin Brierley concludes that the "Sea of Faith" that Victorian poet Matthew Arnold described as receding is now coming back in. People are increasingly open to believing in realities beyond the material world, creating an opportunity for authentic Christian witness that acknowledges both the miraculous and the reality of suffering in a broken world.
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We tell our children unsettling fairy tales to teach them valuable lessons, but these Cautionary Tales are for the education of the grown ups – and they are all true. Tim Harford (Financial Times, BBC, author of “The Data Detective”) brings you stories of awful human error, tragic catastrophes, and hilarious fiascos. They'll delight you, scare you, but also make you wiser. New episodes every other Friday.

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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# The Happiness Lab Giving Tuesday Special: The Power of Giving

The Psychology of Giving: Scientific research shows that giving to others - whether through donations, kind words, or small gestures - creates significant happiness benefits for both the giver and receiver. The podcast shares multiple stories demonstrating how acts of generosity create ripple effects that can last for decades.

Trust and Human Nature: Economist Tim Harford shares a story from Cameroon where two strangers on a motorcycle returned his lost passport, challenging his assumptions about human trustworthiness. He argues that economists often underestimate humans' capacity for altruism and that most societies are actually higher-trust than we assume.

Unexpected Gifts: JR Martinez, an injured Iraq war veteran, shares how receiving a puppy as an unexpected gift from a charity auction bidder provided emotional healing during a difficult time in his life. Though he initially couldn't afford the dog himself, the gift became an invaluable companion through various life stages.

Carrying Cash for Kindness: Bestselling author Michael Lewis describes his recent practice of carrying $10 bills specifically to give to anyone who asks for help. This practice not only benefits recipients but also helps Lewis move through the world with fewer defensive barriers and more openness to connections.

Standing Up Against Bullying: Dr. Maya Shankar of "A Slight Change of Plans" podcast shares how a classmate named Adrienne standing up for her against bullies in elementary school inspired her decades later to defend others experiencing similar situations. This demonstrates the concept of "moral elevation" - witnessing extraordinary kindness inspires us to be kinder ourselves.

Small Actions, Big Impact: Dr. Laurie Santos discovers that a brief interaction with a six-year-old girl at a science festival, where she wrote "have fun at MIT" on a ticket, inspired that girl (Avery) to pursue aerospace engineering and persevere through academic challenges. This chance encounter had ripple effects lasting nearly two decades.

Act Immediately on Giving Impulses: Behavioral scientist Katie Milkman explains that our motivation to give decays rapidly over time. Her research shows that when people receive charity appeals shortly after positive experiences (like hospital care), they're much more likely to donate than if time passes. This underscores the importance of acting on generous impulses immediately rather than postponing them.
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Life is freaking hard. We are all doing hard things every single day – things like loving and losing; caring for children and parents; forging and ending friendships; battling addiction, illness, and loneliness; struggling in our jobs, our marriages, and our divorces; setting boundaries; and fighting for equality, purpose, freedom, joy, and peace.
On We Can Do Hard Things, Glennon Doyle, author of UNTAMED; her wife Abby Wambach; and her sister Amanda Doyle do the only thing they’ve found that has ever made life easier: Drop the fake and talk honestly about the hard things including sex, gender, parenting, blended families, bodies, anxiety, addiction, justice, boundaries, fun, quitting, overwhelm . . . all of it.
We laugh and cry and help each other carry the hard so we can all live a little bit lighter and braver, free-er, less alone.

Your Inner Child: Is Yours a Voyager, a Defensive Driver, or a Scuba Diver?

We Can Do Hard Things

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Combating Anxiety with Joy and Play: Abby shares how she's learning to counteract her anxiety by intentionally bringing moments of joy and play into her life. She recognizes that when she's experiencing joy and play, anxiety doesn't have space within her. Simple actions like playing music, dancing while doing dishes, and finding playful moments have transformed her mindset and helped her manage stress more effectively.

Recovering Our Childlike Wonder: Abby reflects on her childhood self as "obnoxious" and full of confidence, expressing a desire to reclaim those qualities she's suppressed in adulthood. She misses the playful spirit that made her excel as an athlete and is working to reconnect with her childlike sense of awe, openness, and fun despite adult responsibilities.

The Feeler/Fixer Dynamic in Family Systems: Amanda shares a childhood contract she wrote when loaning money to Glennon, revealing her early tendency toward structure and protection. This leads to a discussion about how family members often adopt complementary roles as either "feelers" or "fixers," with Amanda noting how she typecast herself as a fixer who creates order to feel safe rather than processing emotions.

Understanding Anxiety's Root Causes: The group explores how anxiety often comes from the gap between expectations and reality, or from attempting to control future outcomes. They discuss how living in the present moment can help combat anxious thoughts, and how the statement "the thing that screws us up the most is the picture in our head of how it's supposed to be" encapsulates much of their podcast's philosophy.

The Challenge of "Enough" vs. Adventure: Abby and Glennon discuss the tension between being content with what you have versus pursuing new experiences. For Abby, whose identity has always been tied to adventure and dreaming big, the concept of "enough" feels threatening to her core self. Glennon suggests that perhaps adventure could be found by diving deeper into present experiences rather than always seeking new ones.

Honoring Our Inner Children: Each host identifies what they want to preserve from their childhood selves: Abby wants to reclaim joy and play, Amanda wants to maintain her care and resourcefulness while learning to "drive less defensively" through life, and Glennon wants to express herself without feeling responsible for fixing everything. They suggest keeping a childhood photo nearby as a way to remember and honor that tender part of ourselves.

Little Glennon's Peace Poem: Glennon shares a poem she wrote in third grade about international peace, revealing how even as a child she believed that the right words could solve global conflicts. The poem contains insightful lines about disagreement being "two different ways of thinking" and agreement being "a compromise," showing her early understanding of conflict resolution that still influences her approach today.
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Join us every weekday morning to take a few moments to step out of the internal chatter and external noise. We'll pause and reflect to consider what brings us together in this shared human condition and how we can live a life that best reflects our limitless potential.

Stop Tracking Your Healing

Radio Headspace

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- The Productivity Trap in Healing: After a breakup, Dora turned her healing journey into a productivity project, complete with color-coded spreadsheets tracking meditation streaks, therapy homework, journaling prompts, and "emotional growth metrics." She was treating her broken heart like a software problem that needed optimization.

- The Wake-Up Call: When Dora's therapist asked how she was feeling during meditation, Dora proudly responded that she had meditated 47 days in a row. The therapist pointed out that Dora hadn't answered the question about her feelings, highlighting how she was focusing on metrics rather than experiences.

- Being vs. Doing: There's a fundamental difference between doing spiritual practices (completing them as tasks) and being with them (experiencing them fully). Doing meditation means sitting for X minutes and checking it off; being with meditation means experiencing each breath and moment of awareness.

- Spiritual Performance vs. Experience: Dora caught herself feeling frustrated during meditation when her mind wandered, stressing about "not being mindful enough." She felt guilty about breaking journaling streaks and even documented mindfulness minutes instead of enjoying present moments, revealing she was performing spirituality rather than experiencing it.

- Signs of the Spiritual Productivity Trap: Warning signs include doing practices just to check them off a list, feeling frustrated when practices don't go perfectly, feeling guilty when missing a day, and comparing your healing timeline to others'. These indicate treating healing as a performance rather than an experience.

- The Antidote: Healing isn't a project to complete but a way of being with yourself that unfolds in its own time. You don't need to meditate perfectly, journal daily, or maintain all the streaks. The most healing approach is showing up to your experience with curiosity and compassion, sometimes doing nothing productive at all.
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The Hardwood Hustle is a basketball podcast brought to you by PGC Basketball seeks to educate, empower and encourage coaches around the world. Your hosts, TJ Rosene, Sam Allen, and Lisa O'Meara share their experiences and perspectives centered around the game of basketball. Guest interviews from the biggest names in basketball and beyond, provide keen insights into how coaches can achieve a high level of success and be transformational in the lives of their players.

Episode 630 - Having More Effective Practices

Hardwood Hustle

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- Practice Makes Perfect: Practice is where coaches spend most of their time and is the foundation of a team's culture. It's not just about the practice itself, but also the preparation time, personal check-ins with players, and important relational moments that happen before and after practice.

- Balance Between 5-on-5 and Drills: While playing full-court 5-on-5 is essential for developing game skills, drills should be used strategically to supplement gameplay, not replace it. A good approach is playing 3-5 trips (up-down-back), then stopping to teach specific points while players can still remember what happened.

- Intentional Practice Focus: Coaches should be intentional about what they're trying to improve in practice. Rather than teaching everything at once, identify 2-4 specific areas of focus and ensure players understand these priorities. This approach is more effective than unfocused play or trying to correct too many things simultaneously.

- Diagnosing Through Gameplay: Use 5-on-5 play to diagnose what skills need improvement, then implement targeted drills to address those specific weaknesses. For example, if players aren't strong with the ball during scrimmage, pause to run a specific drill focused on that skill.

- Strategic Teaching Moments: Be intentional about when to interject teaching moments during practice. Some days may require more teaching (which also provides rest), while others might focus on quick feedback and more gameplay. Coaches should adjust based on practice goals and player needs.

- Keeping the Main Thing the Main Thing: Ensure that practice activities align with what you've decided your team should be great at. A common coaching mistake is spending 60% of practice time on things that don't lead to your primary objectives.

- Adaptive Practice Planning: While the first part of practice might be scripted, coaches should be willing to adapt the second half based on what they observe. This might mean changing emphasis points or modifying activities to address unexpected weaknesses.

- Creative Scoring Systems: Manipulate scrimmage rules and scoring to emphasize specific skills or situations. Examples include making offensive rebounds worth three points to emphasize boxing out, or creating "golden bucket" scenarios where certain plays automatically win the game.

- Preparation for Real Game Scenarios: Design practice activities that simulate actual game situations players will face. For example, if your best player gets extra points for scoring in practice, the defense must learn to send help and double-team—exactly what they'll need to do in real games.

- Building Cerebral Players: The best practice approaches encourage players to think and problem-solve, not just execute drills. Games approaches that require strategic thinking help develop more intelligent basketball players who can make better decisions during actual competition.
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Conversations and audio documentaries exploring a wide variety of themes pertaining to economics and politics, hosted by Della Z Duncan and Robert R. Raymond

A World out of Balance: Introducing Doughnut 3.0 w/ Andrew Fanning

Upstream

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## Comprehensive Summary of Upstream's "A World out of Balance: Introducing Doughnut 3.0" with Andrew Fanning

The Evolution of Doughnut Economics: Doughnut Economics, developed by Kate Raworth, is a visual framework that illustrates how our economy should meet human needs within planetary boundaries. The framework has evolved from Doughnut 1.0 (2012) to 2.0 (2017) and now 3.0 (2025), with each iteration incorporating updated scientific findings and refined methodologies to track global progress.

Understanding the Doughnut Visual: The Doughnut consists of two concentric rings - an inner "social foundation" below which critical human deprivation occurs, and an outer "ecological ceiling" beyond which critical planetary degradation happens. The safe and just space for humanity lies between these boundaries, where everyone's needs are met without overshooting Earth's ecological limits.

Key Findings of Doughnut 3.0: The latest analysis reveals that while modest social improvements have occurred since 2000, ecological overshoot has worsened dramatically. Despite the global economy doubling in size, social progress would need to accelerate fivefold to eliminate critical human deprivation by 2030, while ecological degradation must reverse immediately and regenerate twice as fast to return within planetary boundaries by 2050.

Global Inequality Exposed: When breaking down the analysis by country wealth levels, Doughnut 3.0 reveals that the richest 20% of countries (with less than 15% of global population) are responsible for over 40% of ecological overshoot, while experiencing minimal social deprivation. Conversely, the poorest 40% of countries suffer over 60% of social shortfalls while contributing minimally to ecological damage.

The Failure of Growth-Focused Capitalism: The research demonstrates that despite economic growth, capitalism has failed to efficiently meet human needs while pushing beyond ecological boundaries. This underscores the need to move beyond GDP as a measure of success and adopt indicators that reflect both social and ecological well-being.

Downscaling the Doughnut to Local Levels: The Doughnut framework has been adapted to city, regional, and national scales through "Doughnut Portraits" that make it locally relevant. Over 50 local governments have publicly engaged with Doughnut Economics in policy-making, with Amsterdam being the first city to officially adopt the framework in 2020, followed by cities like Brussels, Copenhagen, and Barcelona.

Community-Led Implementation: Implementation of Doughnut Economics happens through both government adoption and grassroots initiatives. The Doughnut Economics Action Lab (DEAL) provides tools, resources, and community support for those looking to apply these concepts, including a newly released Doughnut data portraits indicator library.

Reimagining Economic Theory: Doughnut Economics draws from multiple heterodox economic traditions (ecological, feminist, complexity, institutional economics) to challenge mainstream neoclassical assumptions. It critiques seven core ways conventional economic thinking fails to address 21st century challenges, emphasizing the power of visual frameworks in reshaping economic understanding.

Interconnections and Systems Thinking: The Doughnut highlights interconnections between social and ecological systems, recognizing that economies are embedded within societies, which are in turn dependent on the living planet. This perspective counters the traditional economic view of markets as self-contained systems.

Ongoing Challenges and Research: Current challenges include visualizing interconnections between countries, addressing inequalities within the framework, and incorporating the needs of the more-than-human world within the social foundation. These represent frontiers for future development of the Doughnut approach.

Beyond GDP Movement: The Doughnut Economics framework contributes to the broader "Beyond GDP" movement, with organizations including the UN convening high-level expert groups to develop alternative metrics. Nature journal has endorsed moving beyond GDP mania, referring to the Doughnut 3.0 findings in a supportive editorial.

Pathways to Action: Ways to engage with Doughnut Economics include joining the DEAL community, participating in or initiating local Doughnut initiatives, using the framework to challenge pro-capitalist and pro-GDP narratives, and contributing to research that advances the concepts and methodologies behind the approach.
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Join clinical psychologist and mom of three Dr. Becky Kennedy on her weekly podcast, as she takes on tough parenting questions and delivers actionable guidance—all in short episodes, because we know time is hard to find as a parent. Her breakthrough approach has enabled thousands of people to get more comfortable in discomfort, make repairs after mistakes, and always see the good inside. You'll gain the tools to embody your authority while developing a stronger parent-child connection, helping you become the parent you want to be and helping your child develop the skills necessary for life success.

Vulnerability, Courage & Fatherhood

Good Inside with Dr. Becky

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- Brooklyn Stroll Club: Building Community for Dads: Joe Gonzalez founded Brooklyn Stroll Club after becoming a father and realizing there was a lack of community for dads. When he put out a call online asking where fathers hang out, he found many dads were seeking connection but didn't know where to find it. What started as a casual meetup with 20 dads has grown into a thriving community that gives fathers a place to feel seen and supported while redefining modern fatherhood.

- The Isolation Crisis Among Men: Joe shares a sobering statistic that 55% of men between ages 25-45 don't have a single person they feel close to. This isolation becomes particularly problematic when transitioning to fatherhood - a time when support is crucial. Brooklyn Stroll Club provides both online daily connection and monthly in-person meetups, creating opportunities for dads to share experiences, regulate emotions, and learn from each other.

- Re-Raising Yourself Through Parenting: Joe discusses how fatherhood isn't just about raising your child but about re-raising parts of yourself. He reflects on patterns from his own father that he wants to change, noting that his dad worked hard but was isolated without friendships. This awareness helps Joe prioritize building community for himself and modeling healthy relationships for his son.

- Processing Big Feelings in Parenting: The conversation explores how parents often struggle with their own emotional responses to their children's behavior. When Joe's son bit another child, Joe felt embarrassed and questioned himself as a parent. Dr. Becky and Joe discuss how these moments reveal our own unprocessed emotions and provide opportunities for growth and healing.

- Playing the Long Game in Parenting: Joe shares his powerful parenting philosophy: "I'm not just here to get him to the park; I'm here for him to feel loved the entire way to the park." This approach recognizes that while setting boundaries is important, maintaining connection during difficult moments teaches children they're worthy of love even when they're struggling. This builds the foundation for healthy relationships throughout life.

- Breaking Generational Patterns: Joe emphasizes the importance of saying "I'm sorry" to children - something many parents never experienced from their own parents. By modeling accountability and repair, fathers can break generational patterns and show their children that making mistakes is human and repairing relationships is valuable. As Joe notes, "We could change a lot in the world if men just said they're sorry a lot more."

- The Legacy of Community: When asked what he hopes his son will say about him in 25 years, Joe responds that he wants his son to say, "My dad had so many people around him that loved him and supported him, and that he loved and served and supported too. And I want the same." This captures Joe's vision of passing down not just individual parenting skills but the value of building and maintaining meaningful community.
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Billy Carson AKA 4biddenknowledge shares the untold truth about the worlds ancient past and how it relates to today’s technology and societies ways. From his own experience traveling around the world multiple times, visiting sacred sites, and interviewing natives, 4biddenknowledge has been able to uncover what actually took place in ancient times. He also delves deep into financial literacy, spirituality, metaphysics, and esoteric knowledge in this podcast series. Listen and learn about consciousness and our real history with Billy Carson and his expert guests. Support this podcast: <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/4biddenpodcast" rel="payment">https://www.buymeacoffee.com/4biddenpodcast</a>

Quest For Ancient Civilizations - Billy Carson - Randall Carlson - William Henry

4biddenknowledge Podcast

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• The Younger Dryas Impact Theory: Randall Carlson explains his view that the Younger Dryas catastrophe was likely a complex series of cosmic events rather than a single impact. He presents evidence suggesting connections between cometary masses falling into the sun and resulting solar activity, proposing a holistic model where comets from the Kuiper Belt and Oort Cloud were destabilized and sent cascading toward our solar system, affecting Earth through multiple encounters.

• Global Catastrophe and Species Extinction: The Younger Dryas event caused varying levels of extinction across the planet, with North America losing approximately 75% of its megafauna, South America experiencing similar losses, while Africa lost only 10-15%. This pattern suggests the Western Hemisphere was "ground zero" for the catastrophe, and these extinction events likely coincided with the destruction of early human civilizations.

• Ancient Megalithic Technology: The panel discusses the mystery of ancient megalithic structures like Puma Punku in Bolivia, where massive multi-ton stone blocks were precisely cut and moved. Randall argues that conventional explanations for how ancient people moved these enormous stones are inadequate, suggesting they likely had access to advanced technologies possibly involving plasma manipulation that have been lost or suppressed.

• Ancient Portal Technologies: William Henry describes the concept of the "Merkaba" or "throne chariot" found in ancient traditions worldwide, suggesting early civilizations possessed knowledge of interdimensional travel. He explains that the Merkaba tradition represents humanity's preoccupation with connecting to other worlds and beings, possibly taught to humans by "Star Walkers" - beings capable of dissolving their physical bodies into light and traveling between worlds.

• Geological Evidence at Puma Punku: Billy Carson shares photographs from his visit to Puma Punku showing striations on nearby mountains. Randall identifies these as likely evidence of glacial fluvial activity - the combined effects of glaciers scraping the landscape followed by massive meltwater floods carrying sediment. This geological evidence supports theories that catastrophic flooding may have contributed to the destruction and scattering of Puma Punku's massive stone blocks.

• The Fuente Magna Bowl Mystery: William Henry discusses the enigmatic Fuente Magna bowl discovered at Puma Punku that inexplicably contains Sumerian script. The deciphered text describes fertility rituals involving what sounds like ayahuasca, suggesting possible connections between ancient South American and Mesopotamian cultures.

• Reinterpreting Ancient Myths: The guests suggest many ancient myths aren't merely superstitious explanations but actual records of real catastrophic events. Randall mentions George Catlin's observations that diverse Native American tribes shared common beliefs about descending from survivors of great catastrophes involving both floods and fires - consistent with cosmic impact events.

• Ancient North American Earthworks: Randall discusses sophisticated earthwork complexes built across North America, some dating back 4,000-5,000 years. He notes that these structures demonstrate advanced engineering capabilities, sacred geometry, and astronomical alignments comparable to other ancient monumental architecture worldwide, suggesting they may have all worked from the same architectural template.

• Breaking the Cycle of Civilization Collapse: The guests express optimism that humanity can break the historical pattern of civilizational rise and fall by developing technologies to mitigate cosmic threats while simultaneously overcoming social divisions. They emphasize that many collapses throughout history resulted from "divide and conquer" tactics rather than inevitable cycles or purely natural disasters.

• Expanding Human Timeline: The conversation repeatedly touches on how archaeological discoveries keep pushing back the timeline of human civilization. The panel suggests that if modern humans have advanced from horse-drawn carriages to space travel in just a few generations, ancient civilizations could have developed highly sophisticated technologies over longer timeframes before being reset by catastrophic events.
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"Waking Up" Data in Clinical Workflows with AI - with Mathew Paruthickal of Sanofi

The AI in Business Podcast

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- The Crawl-Walk-Run Approach to AI Implementation: Life sciences organizations should adopt a phased, modular approach when implementing AI systems. Start by showing the importance of both structured and unstructured data, then build modular systems layer by layer. Involve business stakeholders early and often, co-authoring problem statements rather than creating purely technical solutions, to ensure engineering evolves alongside business priorities.

- Human-in-the-Loop is Non-Negotiable: In life sciences, while AI can accelerate processes by summarizing and recommending actions, only humans can certify, sign off, and be held accountable for decisions. Human experts must validate the medical accuracy of AI-generated content, with AI serving to amplify human judgment rather than replace it, especially in areas like signal detection, risk interpretation, and regulatory compliance.

- Building Explainability and Auditability from Day One: Explainability must be a priority from the start of any AI implementation in life sciences. Systems need to show not just what information they provide but also where that information came from, including the specific documents and versions referenced. This creates trust by ensuring AI outputs are grounded in verifiable sources.

- Regulatory Precision, Patient Safety, and Compliance are Non-Negotiable: When scaling AI across teams in life sciences, these three priorities cannot be compromised. AI applications should focus on empowering pharmacovigilance, medical writing, and regulatory teams by shifting them from manual workflows to AI-assisted decision-making while maintaining these core values.

- Feedback Loops Drive Continuous Improvement: Successful AI implementation requires capturing human feedback, corrections, and approvals as training signals. Every action a human reviewer takes can help train the system to improve. This creates a virtuous cycle where the more people use the system, the better it becomes, establishing a foundation of trust for both users and regulators.

- Monitoring as a First-Class Citizen: If you cannot monitor an AI system, you cannot trust it. Continuous monitoring should be implemented alongside development, with continuous improvement and compliance baked into systems from the beginning. This ensures both technical reliability and regulatory acceptance.

- Real-World Applications in Life Sciences: Practical applications of AI in life sciences include auto-extracting data from adverse event reports, prefilling Individual Case Safety Report (ICSR) documents, and generating high-quality clinical narratives from structured studies. These applications demonstrate how AI can transform workflows while maintaining the necessary regulatory precision and patient safety standards.
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Welcome to The Pexapark Podcast, your fortnightly edit of impactful intelligence in renewable energy, Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) and beyond. Every two weeks, our COO &amp; Co-Founder Luca Pedretti kicks off with key market, regulatory, pricing and deal making updates in Europe and North America. In the second part, he’s hosting an in-depth conversation with an industry expert, discussing candid perspectives on the critical trends shaping our sector. For more insights, register for a free Pexapark account here: <a href="https://go.pexapark.com/podcasts">https://go.pexapark.com/podcasts</a>

The Next-Gen IPP Podcast Series | Zelestra’s Ivan Nieto Ruiz

The Pexapark Podcast 

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- Evolution of the IPP Model: The Independent Power Producer (IPP) model is transforming from "light in operation" assets to more complex, dispatchable platforms. Traditionally, IPPs were investors holding renewable assets with minimal operational complexity - simply plugging in assets with pay-as-produced PPAs that ensured low risk and stable revenues for long periods. Today's IPPs require sophisticated commercial and operational capabilities.

- Price Cannibalization and Battery Integration: In markets where renewable deployment is outpacing demand growth, price cannibalization is occurring. Combined with falling battery costs, this is fundamentally changing the industry. Self-standing generation assets no longer have space to grow and must be paired with batteries to create dispatchable hybrid assets that can meet evolving customer needs.

- Building Commercial Capabilities: Modern IPPs now require dedicated commercial teams with two critical components: origination teams that develop customer relationships and structuring teams that tailor complex solutions. Previously, many IPPs operated without commercial teams, relying instead on feed-in tariffs and utility PPAs. The shift to corporate PPAs and structured deals has necessitated specialized commercial expertise.

- Route-to-Market Operations: IPPs are increasingly developing their own route-to-market capabilities rather than relying on third parties. This includes short-term trading, bidding strategies across day-ahead and intraday markets, and ancillary services management. These teams are especially valuable for optimizing battery assets and managing merchant exposure. Zelestra estimates that a minimum portfolio size of 0.5-1 GW is required to justify building an in-house trading desk.

- Green Desk Operations: Another emerging capability is the management of environmental certificates, including IRECs, European GOs, RECs in the US, and carbon credits. This function complements market operations and will become increasingly important as the industry moves toward 24/7 hourly matching of renewable energy.

- Technology Infrastructure Requirements: The complexity of modern IPP operations demands sophisticated data platforms, including CRM systems, cloud data lakes, energy trading and risk management software, and battery dispatch models. Zelestra has invested significantly in developing proprietary tools rather than relying solely on third-party solutions, particularly for battery optimization where detailed analysis can significantly impact revenue projections.

- Talent Acquisition Strategy: Finding experienced personnel for these new functions requires targeting established players. Zelestra's approach focuses on hiring fewer but more experienced people, often recruiting from competitors for commercial leaders and from utilities for market operations specialists who have experience managing large asset fleets.

- Battery-Centric Growth Strategy: Batteries are viewed as the key game-changer for the industry. In markets like Spain, Germany, and Chile, it's increasingly difficult to develop competitive renewable assets without storage components. This requires developing expertise in battery engineering, procurement, and innovative contract structuring, as well as building relationships with suppliers to secure equipment in competitive markets.

- Customer-Centric Approach: The most successful IPPs are shifting from an asset-centric to a customer-centric approach. This provides better market insights and growth opportunities, as customers ultimately drive industry direction. While corporate customers are transitioning from simple pay-as-generated contracts to more complex structured deals, utilities are also re-entering the market with tolling agreements for standalone batteries.

- Contract Duration Preferences: Despite market changes, long-term contracts (7-10+ years) remain the preferred model for financing renewable projects, though battery projects in markets with strong ancillary service revenues might succeed with shorter 5-7 year deals. The security of long-term revenue streams continues to be essential for project financing.
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Locked On Avalanche podcast is your daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Colorado Avalanche and the National Hockey League. Hosted by Chris Micieli and Kyle Sullivan, the Locked On Avalanche podcast provides your daily burgundy and blue fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Avs franchise. Locked On Avalanche takes you beyond the ice for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Avalanche locker room and all over the NHL. The Locked On Avalanche podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

Where Do Avalanche Players Stand For League Awards? Avs Look to Repeat November Success in December.

Locked On Avalanche - Daily Podcast On The Colorado Avalanche

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Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar Lead NHL Award Races: According to The Athletic's analytics-based award projections, Colorado Avalanche stars Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar are currently ranked 1-2 for the Hart Trophy (NHL MVP). Both players have nearly identical net ratings, sitting in the 100th percentile. This creates an interesting scenario where two teammates could be competing against each other for the league's top individual honor.

Colorado's Award Candidates Across Multiple Categories: Beyond the Hart Trophy race, Makar is the runaway leader for the Norris Trophy (best defenseman). MacKinnon is projected to win the Art Ross Trophy with 128 points and finish second in the Rocket Richard Trophy race with 50 goals. Brock Nelson sits at #10 in Selke Trophy (best defensive forward) rankings, giving the Avalanche recognition across multiple award categories.

Surprising Absence from Vezina Rankings: Despite solid play from Avalanche goaltenders, neither appears in the Vezina Trophy (best goalie) rankings. Scott Wedgwood's .918 save percentage seems worthy of consideration, but the analytics suggest Colorado's strong defense is helping their goaltenders, potentially hurting their individual award chances.

Avalanche's Strong December Schedule: Looking at the upcoming month, Colorado has a favorable schedule with seven home and seven away games. The team only faces one back-to-back situation (Rangers/Flyers on the road) and has several multi-day breaks built in. After a successful November, the hosts predict the Avalanche could potentially win 10 games in December.

Key Divisional Games Ahead: The December schedule features six divisional matchups, including important games against Minnesota (road) and Utah. These games will be crucial for maintaining Colorado's standing in the competitive Central Division as they look to continue their strong start to the season.

Power Rankings Show Avalanche's Dominance: Every major outlet (The Athletic, ESPN, The Hockey Guy, Hockey Writers, NHL Super 16) ranks Colorado #1 in their power rankings. Among upcoming opponents, the New York Islanders rank highest (average position #10), while Vancouver (#30) and the New York Rangers (#23) are struggling in the rankings.

MacKinnon vs. Makar Hart Trophy Debate: The hosts speculate about which Avalanche star might ultimately win the Hart Trophy if both maintain their current pace. They debate whether MacKinnon's potential record-breaking point total might give him the edge, or if Makar reaching 100 points as a defenseman (an extremely rare feat) might sway voters toward him instead.
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Je suis Delphine Pinon. Je suis entrepreneure, investisseuse en immobilier, Money &amp; Life Coach, c'est-à-dire que j'aide mes clients à révéler tout leur potentiel financier.
Chaque semaine, &nbsp;je partage un nouvel épisode (avec un invité ou en solo), dont l’ambition est de provoquer les conversations les plus avisées et les plus authentiques à propos de l’argent. Chez vous. Au bureau. Entre amis. Sans jargon. Et surtout sans tabou.
Je vous aide à comprendre comment vous fonctionnez avec l'argent, ce qui coince pour vous, ce qui vous donne l'impression de stagner, de manquer, de vous limiter. Et je vous partage les clés pour transformer votre vie, comme j'ai transformé la mienne et celle de milliers de personnes.
Retrouvez-moi sur Instagram @richissimepodcast pour les coulisses du podcast, des partages personnels, pour assister à des lives avec des invités, pour des revues de lecture et pour connaitre mes offres de formation et d’accompagnement. 
 
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#206 - Voici la preuve que l’argent fait bien le bonheur

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According to the context information, this episode (#206) titled "Voici la preuve que l'argent fait bien le bonheur" ("Here's proof that money does bring happiness") was intended to challenge the common saying that "money doesn't buy happiness" by examining research studies and sharing personal experiences. However, without an actual transcript of the discussion, I cannot provide an accurate summary of the specific points made in this episode.
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kaizen está hecho para curiosos compulsivos, un podcast sobre aprendizaje continuo en el que te acerco a ideas, técnicas y personas fascinantes que nos permiten entender el mundo cada día un poco mejor.

#251 El lado oscuro (I): el teatro de la vida y los juegos de poder

kaizen con Jaime Rodríguez de Santiago

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Ethics of Power and Moral Dilemmas: The episode begins with a thought experiment about pressing a button that would give you money but kill an unknown person somewhere in the world. This dilemma explores how our moral boundaries can become blurry when rewards increase and consequences feel distant.

Erving Goffman's Social Theory: Introduces Erving Goffman, considered the father of microsociology, whose work examines how people present themselves differently in various social contexts - essentially performing different roles depending on their audience.

Robert Greene's Laws of Power: Discusses Robert Greene, author of "The 48 Laws of Power," whose work has become influential among those seeking to understand power dynamics in social and professional settings, despite sometimes being criticized for its potentially manipulative approach.

The Theater of Life: Explores the concept that social life is like a theater where we all play different parts depending on the situation, sometimes behaving differently than we actually are to please others or achieve certain outcomes.

The Ease of Corruption: Examines how people can be more easily corrupted than they might imagine, referencing the Argentine film "Nine Queens" which suggests that what's usually lacking is not people willing to do questionable things, but enough money to convince them.

Self-Perception vs. Reality: Highlights how everyone believes themselves to be "the good ones," even those who do morally questionable things, pointing to our capacity for self-deception and rationalization of our own behaviors.
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Maybe you’ve laid awake and imagined how it could have been, how it might yet be, but the moment to act was never right. Well, the moment is here and the podcast making it happen is Heavyweight. Join Jonathan Goldstein for road trips, thorny reunions, and difficult conversations as he backpedals his way into the past like a therapist with a time machine. From Spotify Studios.

Heavyweight

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Giving to others can bring unexpected joy and lasting impact: Giving Tuesday, which follows the shopping frenzy of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, celebrates charitable giving. The podcast is supporting GiveDirectly, a nonprofit that gives money directly to people in extreme poverty, as part of the #PodsFightPoverty campaign aiming to raise $1 million to lift Rwandan villages out of poverty.

Small acts of kindness can have enormous ripple effects: Economist Tim Harford shares how two strangers on a motorbike in Cameroon returned his lost passport, completely defying his negative expectations. This experience challenged his assumptions about trust in society and demonstrated how people often underestimate others' kindness.

Receiving kindness can transform lives: JR Martinez, a wounded veteran and host of the podcast "Medal of Honor," describes how a couple at a charity auction unexpectedly gifted him a puppy (named Romeo) that became his emotional support companion during difficult times. Though he initially thought he couldn't afford or manage a dog, this gift became one of the most healing forces in his life.

The joy of giving doesn't require large amounts of money: Author Michael Lewis shares his practice of carrying $10 bills to give to people asking for help. This habit not only makes him feel good but also reduces his defensive barriers when moving through the world, allowing him to be more open to connections with others.

Standing up for others creates generational ripples of kindness: Dr. Maya Shankar recounts how a girl named Adrienne stood up for her when she was bullied in elementary school. This act of kindness influenced Maya to later defend a student facing mental health stigma in college. Small acts of "moral elevation" change our understanding of what humans are capable of and inspire us to be kinder ourselves.

Small encouragements can shape entire lives: Aerospace engineer Avery Miller shares how Dr. Santos' brief encouragement ("Have fun at MIT") written on a ticket when Avery was six years old inspired her throughout her education. Avery kept this note on her desk for nearly two decades, using it as motivation during challenging times, demonstrating how small gestures can have profound long-term impacts.

Act on charitable impulses immediately: Behavioral scientist Katie Milkman explains that our motivation to give decays quickly over time. Research shows people are much more likely to donate when asked shortly after a positive experience. To overcome this, we should act immediately on our giving impulses or use specific strategies like setting calendar alerts or creating social accountability with friends to follow through later.
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Learn to connect better with others in every area of your life. Immerse yourself in spirited conversations with people who know how hard it is, and yet how good it feels, to really connect with other people – whether it’s one person, an audience or a whole country. You'll know many of the people in these conversations – they are luminaries in our culture. Some you may not know. But what links them all is their powerful ability to relate and communicate. It's something we need now more than ever.

Jelani Cobb: Journalism at a Crossroads

Clear+Vivid with Alan Alda

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- Declining Trust in Media: Jelani Cobb explains that trust in media has declined from 70% to 28% over the last 50 years, but this decline hasn't been symmetrical—it's happened disproportionately among conservatives and Republicans. This decline is part of a broader erosion of civic trust affecting institutions like Congress and big business. The hollowing out of local news, traditionally the most trusted form of journalism, has been a major contributing factor.

- Talent Exodus from Traditional Media: Major news organizations like The Washington Post are experiencing an exodus of talent, partly due to controversial editorial decisions (like not endorsing Kamala Harris) and concerns about how corporate ownership might influence coverage. These departures reflect wider anxieties about the future direction of journalism under changing ownership structures.

- The Populist Storm: Cobb uses the metaphor of a storm to describe current social and political turmoil. He believes we're near the "eye of the storm" and that the forces that produced Trump—social dislocation, income inequality, economic hollowing out—are real and enduring. The problem is that these valid concerns are often redirected into "conspiratorial paranoia, xenophobia, and social grievances" rather than actual solutions.

- The Two Faces of AI in Journalism: While artificial intelligence will likely eliminate some journalism jobs through automation, Cobb also sees it creating new opportunities. He compares AI's impact to how tractors changed agriculture—they eliminated some jobs but increased productivity and created others. AI can help journalists analyze massive datasets to uncover corruption or wrongdoing that would be impossible to find manually.

- Digital Transformation of News Consumption: The shift from print to digital formats has changed both how journalists work and how audiences experience news. Photojournalists shoot differently for phone screens than for newspapers, editors headline differently, and the communal aspect of news gathering has diminished as technology allows single journalists to handle tasks that once required teams.

- Student Journalists' Dual Outlook: Columbia journalism students exhibit both fear about making a living in the profession and fierce determination to pursue what they see as a public good. Cobb describes journalism as something that "gets under your skin" and shapes how journalists operate in the world, creating a kind of clarity and endorphin high when chasing stories and meeting deadlines.

- Addressing News Avoidance: People increasingly avoid news because it's too depressing. Cobb points out that historically, newspapers contained many sections beyond hard news—comics, sports, recipes—giving people multiple reasons to pick up a paper. The unbundling of these elements has left news organizations with primarily the "often depressing news of the day." Successful outlets like The New York Times are finding ways to recombine news with other engaging content like cooking apps and word games.
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An early look at the stories that will drive tomorrow's conversation.

Lawmakers increasingly concerned about boat strikes in the Caribbean

The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle

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Congressional Investigation into Caribbean Boat Strikes: Congress plans to investigate the Trump administration's boat strikes in the Caribbean, with some lawmakers suggesting it may constitute a war crime. The Washington Post reported that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth allegedly ordered to "kill everyone," and a second strike was ordered when two survivors were spotted. While the White House Press Secretary confirmed the second strike occurred, she denied that Hegseth directly ordered it.

Questions About Chain of Command and Legal Justification: There are significant concerns about who authorized the strikes and their legal justification. The administration has provided little evidence about who was targeted or why, despite claiming they were narco-terrorists. Critics point out that the penalty for drug trafficking in the US is not summary execution, and that killing unarmed survivors clinging to wreckage may violate international law.

Competitive Tennessee Special Election: A special House election in Tennessee has become unexpectedly competitive despite the district having voted for Trump by 22 points in 2020. House Speaker Mike Johnson traveled to campaign there and put Trump on speakerphone to rally support, indicating Republican concerns about potentially losing the seat. The race is seen as a bellwether for the 2026 midterms.

Federal Court Disqualifies Trump's Appointee as NJ Prosecutor: A federal appeals court ruled that former Trump defense attorney Alina Habba has been serving unlawfully as US Attorney in New Jersey. This is the second time her appointment has been rejected, as the administration has tried to keep her and other US Attorneys in positions without going through Senate confirmation. The court stated that despite the administration's frustrations with legal and political barriers, proper procedures must be followed.

Economic Indicators from Holiday Shopping: Black Friday sales increased by more than 4%, with online spending hitting a record of nearly $12 billion. However, experts note this spending is largely driven by higher-income Americans who benefit from a strong stock market, while the labor market continues to weaken. When adjusted for inflation (around 3%), real sales were up only about 1%, indicating consumers may be paying more for the same amount of goods.

Tariffs and AI's Impact on the Economy: Tariffs are creating a drag on both the US and global economy, with much of this tax ultimately passed on to American consumers through higher prices. Meanwhile, massive investments in AI infrastructure (projected at $360 billion this year and $400 billion next year) are propping up economic growth, accounting for approximately half of US economic growth in the first half of the year. However, experts caution this AI spending spree cannot last forever.

Russia-Ukraine Peace Negotiations: A US delegation led by Steve Witkoff is heading to Moscow to meet with Russian President Putin after what was described as a productive meeting with Ukrainians. While the details of the new peace proposal haven't been made public, Ukrainian President Zelensky indicated it "looks better" than previous proposals but noted "tough issues remain," particularly regarding Ukrainian territory. Critics worry the Trump administration may be focused on forcing a quick deal regardless of details, prioritizing the appearance of ending the war over ensuring a sustainable peace.
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Day 336 (1 Corinthians 12-14) - Year 7

The Bible Recap

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- Spiritual Gifts in the Church: Paul addresses problems in the Corinthian church's worship meetings, focusing on spiritual gifts given by the Holy Spirit. Unlike personality traits, spiritual gifts are supernatural abilities given when one enters into relationship with God. They can change over time, and we can even ask God for specific gifts. One way to identify your spiritual gifts is by asking others how you build up the church.

- Cessationism vs. Continuationism: There are different perspectives on spiritual gifts. Cessationists believe certain gifts (like tongues, prophecy) were only for the early church and have ceased, while continuationists believe these gifts continue today. The podcast notes that Paul's lists of spiritual gifts in 1 Corinthians 12, Romans 12, Ephesians 4, and 1 Peter 4 aren't exhaustive.

- Love as the Foundation: In chapter 13 (the "love chapter"), Paul emphasizes that using spiritual gifts without love as the motivator renders them worthless. Love will outlast everything, including faith and hope, because when faith is made manifest and hopes are fulfilled, they won't need to exist anymore—but love will remain forever.

- The Gift of Tongues vs. Prophecy: The Corinthians were fixated on speaking in tongues, which Paul ranks lower than prophecy. Paul clarifies that while he wants them to speak in tongues, he prefers prophecy because it has greater value for building up the church. He establishes that tongues in public should always have an interpreter.

- Guidelines for Orderly Worship: Paul provides practical guidelines for church services, including having diversity in the service, limiting tongues and prophecy to 2-3 people per service, requiring interpreters for tongues, and evaluating prophecies against truth.

- Women Speaking in Church: Paul's instructions about women being silent in church have various interpretations. Since he earlier said women could prophesy and pray, he likely wasn't prohibiting all speaking. He may have been addressing specific disruptive behaviors in the Corinthian context, such as women calling questions to their husbands during the service. Paul's overall message seems focused on creating peace, unity, and order rather than prohibiting women from using their gifts.

- God's Love for Diversity: God intentionally creates diversity in His church, giving different gifts to different people to display more aspects of His glory. Through this diversity, believers enhance each other's existence while glorifying God. He builds a multidimensional kingdom where people with various gifts are connected in an orderly way.
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TechStuff is a show about technology. And it’s not just how technology works. Join host Jonathan Strickland as he explores the people behind the tech, the companies that market it and how technology affects our lives and culture.

Introducing The Unshakeables

TechStuff

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Introduction to The Unshakeables Season 3: Host Ben Walter introduces the third season of The Unshakeables podcast, which will continue sharing inspiring stories of small business owners, with a new focus on founders who are building communities, changing systems, and shaping culture.

Previous Season Highlights: The podcast has previously featured diverse entrepreneurs like Don Haney from Nashville, who spent three years developing a solution to keep glasses from sliding down noses, and Samantha Snaibes from Austin, an engineer who leveraged 3D printing technology in innovative ways.

Expanded Geographic Scope: While previous seasons highlighted entrepreneurs from across America, including engineers, designers, tennis pros, and florists, the new season promises to expand its reach even further.

Entrepreneurial Challenges: The podcast continues to explore pivotal moments in business journeys, including the emotional "breakdown moments" that entrepreneurs face, such as contract issues and moments of doubt when "ambition meets delusion."

Healthcare Innovation Focus: One upcoming story appears to address healthcare challenges, specifically the issue of geriatric patients declining while waiting in emergency rooms, highlighting how entrepreneurs are working to solve critical societal problems.

Returning Co-host: Kathleen Griffith, founder of Grace and Company and author of "Build Like a Woman," returns as a co-host alongside Ben Walter to continue exploring these compelling entrepreneurial stories.
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How to Experience the Joy of Giving Right Now: A Giving Tuesday Special from The Happiness Lab

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