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A Bit of Optimism

Simon Sinek

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My career is an accident. It started when I set out to rediscover my passion and reignite a spark I’d lost — and that journey led me to the work I do now. If you know me from my books or my speaking, you know I’m fascinated by why people do what they do. What makes someone find joy and meaning in their life, or pursue something far greater than themselves? I started A Bit of Optimism to explore those ideas and expand my own perspective. This podcast is a trove of honest conversations, with p ...
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Death, Sex & Money

Slate Podcasts

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Anna Sale explores the big questions and hard choices that are often left out of polite conversation. Get more Death, Sex & Money with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of DSM and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Death, Sex & Money show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/dsmplus to get access wherever you listen.
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The Rest Is Politics’ Alastair Campbell and Rory Stewart interview politicians, leaders, intellectuals, and more. From inside and outside of politics, guests join Rory and Alastair to discuss life, leadership, and the philosophy that’s led them to success in their chosen field. Their conversations cover key political events, global affairs, and the big ideas shaping the world today, offering listeners in-depth perspectives from those at the heart of change. The Rest Is Politics Plus: Become ...
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A storytelling podcast, with first-hand amazing stories presented by Scott Johnson and Meredith Hackwith Edwards. Each storyteller tells their own personal true story, with all the details of what happened. Animal attacks, plane crashes, mass shootings, and more – you'll hear what happened directly from the person who experienced it, and the inspirational outcome of how they came out on the other side.
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IDEAS is a place for people who like to think. If you value deep conversation and unexpected reveals, this show is for you. From the roots and rise of authoritarianism to near-death experiences to the history of toilets, no topic is off-limits. Hosted by Nahlah Ayed, we’re home to immersive documentaries and fascinating interviews with some of the most consequential thinkers of our time. With an award-winning team, our podcast has proud roots in its 60-year history with CBC Radio, exploring ...
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Compelled Podcast is a seasonal show using gripping, immersive storytelling to celebrate the powerful ways God is transforming the lives of Christians around the world. Christianity isn't a hobby. It's a faith in Jesus Christ that compels us to live for Him. These Christian stories and testimonies are raw, true, and powerful. Be encouraged and let your faith be strengthened! More at CompelledPodcast.com.
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Steven Bartlett is a British entrepreneur, investor, and author. He’s the founder of Flight Story – a media company – and Flight Fund, an investment fund backing the next generation of category-defining businesses. He created The Diary Of A CEO to share the unfiltered pages of the personal diaries of the world’s most fascinating CEOs, experts, therapists, and leaders – with the hope that their lessons will help both you and him live better lives. DOAC is a double acronym: Diary Of A CEO, but ...
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The art world is vibrant and full of surprises. Let artist, choreographer, and self-described art nerd Rodney Veal be your guide on a journey of exploration as he interviews creative professionals about what inspires them. Each episode is a conversation with an honest-to-goodness working art maker, risk taker, and world shaper.
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This is a conversational podcast that brings powerful moments from the Inspirational Media sermon library into fresh, engaging dialogue. Hosted by voices who care deeply about sharing timeless biblical truth, each episode unpacks key ideas from sermons, devotionals, and real-life stories — helping listeners reflect, relate, and rediscover hope in today’s world. Whether you're exploring faith, seeking encouragement, or simply curious about spiritual truth, this podcast is designed to stir the ...
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Professor Jim Al-Khalili talks to leading scientists about their life and work, finding out what inspires and motivates them and asking what their discoveries might do for us in the future
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A boxer turned podcaster dives into real conversations with business owners, athletes and change-makers in his community. Each guest shares powerful insights on resilience, purpose and the journey towards growth.
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Tech Talks Daily

Neil C. Hughes

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If every company is now a tech company and digital transformation is a journey rather than a destination, how do you keep up with the relentless pace of technological change? Every day, Tech Talks Daily brings you insights from the brightest minds in tech, business, and innovation, breaking down complex ideas into clear, actionable takeaways. Hosted by Neil C. Hughes, Tech Talks Daily explores how emerging technologies such as AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, fintech, quantum computing, W ...
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Listen to amazing, inspirational people, who are changing themselves and the world by living their values, such as dignity, compassion, integrity, joy and justice. This podcast brings the future into the present by giving you lots of ideas that potentially could enhance your life. Features as host, the inspirational speaker, broadcaster and author Dr Neil Hawkes, the world’s leading advocate for values-based leadership and for a focus in schools and other settings on Values-based Education.
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passion inspires

Scott Allen Creative

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We believe in human connection. Our goal is to give back to the community by offering a place to share powerful stories and inspiration from the nonprofits we are so honored to work with. Join the conversation as we talk all things marketing, design, nonprofit innovation, and strategic development. We hope to inspire you to help propel your mission forward. Your passion is our inspiration.
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An anthology series of true inspirational stories, Hope Lives Here features real people telling their own uplifting stories of overcoming adversity, with their tales supplemented by actor portrayals, sound design, and original music.
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Are you intrigued, inspired and just have to learn more when you find someone who is boldly embracing their dreams? Make plans to join me every other Wednesday as I share stories from everyday people following their passions and pursuing happiness. Have some laughs, learn about a specific passion and develop an understanding of how and why these guests are turning their dreams into realities, plus possibly get inspired to begin your own journey!
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A Line Stories

Karmen Berentsen

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Join Karmen Berentsen and A Line Boutique in highlighting the beautiful, unique voices of our community through organic conversation and exploration of our shared human journey. Here, you are at home. We invite you to listen, learn, and join in on the conversation with industry leaders, style icons, the A Line team, and the everyday people who have loved, fumbled, failed, and emerged confident and purposeful through exploration and imagination.
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Welcome to This is How She Did It—a bold, honest, and inspiring space for women who are building success on their own terms. Here, we spotlight real conversations with women who've faced big challenges, pushed through fear, and stepped into their worth with grit and authenticity. These are stories of persistence, reinvention, and those "finally me" moments that change everything—no fluff, just powerful insights, unfiltered wisdom, and hard-earned lessons from women who refused to be held bac ...
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Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inspiring-you/subscribe Welcome to the Inspiring You Show where we talk about tips and tools for healing, share transformational stories, and offer Energy Healing Meditations!
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The many spontaneously chaotic, hilariously tragic, and inspiring experiences of a small town kid that’s now an adult matriculating through this big world we call overpriced rent and $50 haircuts.
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Inspired Changemakers Podcast hosted by Julia Healey A Podcast about all the amazing things people are doing to make the world a better place - all about creating change and the moments that inspired our guests to activate. Stay tuned to be inspired!
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Get the inside track on how to deliver success in qualified lead generation and sales conversion strategies. Join The Insiders for compelling interviews with today’s thought leaders in sales and marketing. Industry insight. Inspirational perspectives. Inside your world.
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Dream, Anyway

Hara Allison

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A podcast that celebrates those who are driven to pursue their dreams, even when the path is uncertain. Through honest stories, we pass along that delicious spark of hope. dreamanyway.buzzsprout.com
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Season three of SideBar: Optimism in Action features nonprofit leaders, advocates, and community members who represent extraordinary work that is improving the humanitarian, public policy, and charitable needs of our local, national, and global communities. We are very excited to join the digital programming of KAZU 90.3. KAZU is the NPR affiliate for the Monterey, Salinas, and Santa Cruz region. We release new episodes on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month.
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Take an Art Break

Lisa and Lauren

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Take an Art Break Podcast is an ongoing and open ended conversation about art and why everyone should make it part of their daily life. Each new conversation starts with a question that builds on the last conversation.
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Coffey Talk

Kate Coffey-Bacon

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Grab your coffee and join Kate Coffey-Bacon for Coffey Talk...a podcast brewed for connection, featuring honest conversations and stories that inspire, challenge, and build community.
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Ceroc Inspire: Dance Inspiration

Liz Taylor - Ceroc Dance Podcast

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Step into the world of Ceroc with Dance Inspiration, the podcast for dancers who love connection, rhythm and real conversation. We explore social dance, confidence, community and the positive impact of movement on wellbeing. Our episodes are heartfelt, rooted in real stories, real people and a genuine sense of belonging.
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The Holy Spirit is the driving force behind evangelism; this talk outlines how Spirit-filled life makes witness natural, powerful, and united. David Watson surveys the Spirit's work in evangelism across six aspects: the Holy Spirit as the witnessing Spirit who glorifies Jesus; the power from on high that enables bold testimony; the interdependence …
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Control What You Can Control | A Conversation with Garry Gilliam (Part 1) About the Episode In Part One of this two-part conversation, Julia Healey sits down with Garry Gilliam — former NFL player, Penn State graduate, and founder of The Bridge Eco Village — to explore how adversity, structure, and belief shaped his path from Harrisburg, Pennsylvan…
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On this episode, I talk about us as parents having real conversations with our kids. We must meet them where they are for the conversation to be productive. Enjoy this episode! If you support my show and my content, support by purchasing my book. https://www.amazon.com/Defeating-Struggle-Journal-Entries-Conqueror-ebook/dp/B07M6PH31J…
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Kathleen deLaski is at the forefront of designing higher education for the 21st century. She founded Education Design Lab to help colleges begin the journey to reimagine higher education toward the future of work and she manages the deLaski Family Foundation, a 25-year grant maker in education reform. In her book, Who Needs College Anymore: Imagini…
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Have you ever found yourself staring at your finished screenplay and wondering: how on earth would anyone actually make this? What would it really cost? And does that number make your script more - or less - likely to see the light of day? Acclaimed filmmaker Paul Dudbridge and I sat down to discuss this, because honestly: knowing this information …
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I greet you in Jesus’ precious name! It is Wednesday morning, the 24th of December, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. Yes indeed, it is Christmas Eve, a very special birthday. It’s the birthday of the greatest human being that has ever lived, but I’ve got a very interesting thought for today for you. God put it …
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The nativity story that Christians believe is that God took the form of a baby named Jesus who was born to save the world and bring about an enduring peace. So what happened? Did we miss it? And what happens next? These are questions Trappist monk Thomas Merton grappled with in his own meditation on the Christmas story. His version "The Time of The…
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Team Simon here! As the year comes to a close, A Bit of Optimism is pressing pause for a short winter break. The show will return on January 27, 2026 and we can’t wait to be back with you. But before we go, we want to say thank you. Truly. This show exists because of you—the listeners who show up every week, share episodes and clips, leave thoughtf…
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When screenwriter Russell Hainline first moved to L.A., his goal was to write high-budget monster movies and thrillers. Then one day, he was prompted to write a Hallmark holiday rom-com, and something clicked. In this special holiday episode, Russell talks about his breakout Netflix hit Hot Frosty and how he found his groove writing movies for the …
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Team Simon here! Thank you for being part of such an incredible year—and for helping us grow the podcast through your support, sharing it with others, and showing up week after week. We love seeing your comments and hearing what resonates with you. A Bit of Optimism returns on January 27, 2026, with brand-new episodes we think you’re really going t…
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Everyother Tuesday, we grab a past question from the Facebook group, thenMeredith and Scott answer it and read some of the answers given byother listeners. Thequestion for this episode: What'sthe most NSFW thing you've witnessed in public? Linksfor this episode: Mirrorsfor sale subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/Mirrorsforsale/ theCharcuterie boar…
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I greet you in Jesus’ precious name! It is Tuesday morning, the 23rd of December, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start off in the Book of Isaiah 9:6: “For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty …
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Brett shares the personal story behind launching A Conversation of Hope, describing years of self-doubt, feeling like a failure, and how Shannon stepped in to help make his long-held dream a reality when he was struggling. He uses that journey to encourage listeners never to give up on their dreams and to ask for help when needed, emphasizing partn…
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What does it actually mean to prove who we are online in 2025, and why does it still feel so fragile? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Alex Laurie from Ping Identity to talk about why digital identity has reached a real moment of tension in the UK. As more of our lives move online, from banking and healthcare to social platforms…
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In an era of political polarization and fatigue from ongoing crises, hope is critical. But it's not something you have; it's something you do, argues education scholar Kari Grain. "Critical hope" in action is not just the belief that transformation is possible — it's necessary. In her book, she explores seven principles for practicing hope that con…
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This week Karmen talks with longtime friend Amelia Earhart. Amelia is a pilot, former TV news anchor, international keynote speaker, and author. Named after the legendary aviator, she shares her own journey around the globe in a single-engine aircraft and how she transforms high-altitude experiences into motivational insights for executives and ind…
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Resilience shows up when things do not go as planned. When the business you built gets shut down. When life forces a pivot you never asked for. When grief, disappointment, or uncertainty refuse to move on quietly. In this episode of Coffey Talk, Kate Coffey-Bacon sits down with David Fullwood to talk about resilience as a lived practice, not a moti…
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Father. Bare-knuckle boxer. Former pro MMA athlete. I've known Ryan for around 5 years. Coming off of a life threatening injury, to struggling with depression and substance abuse. Recently, Ryan has taken his life back. Training full time, running his own business and being a father. Being a part of his journey has been a blessing. We chatted about…
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What does it really mean to lead by being yourself? In this episode of the Inspiring Leadership Podcast, Dom Siow sits down with Rosalind Cardinal: award-winning leadership consultant, author, and Founder of Shaping Change - for a deeply human conversation on identity-led leadership, resilience, and the courage to own your voice. Ros shares her ins…
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Compelled is thrilled to introduce the newest member of the Proclaim Podcast Network — Surround Bible! The Surround Bible presents Part 1 of The Real Story of Christmas — an immersive Audio Movie that places you at the heart of the most extraordinary moment in history. Told with verbatim scripture, brought to life by a cast of renowned voice actors…
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Trial Lawyer and leading communication expert JEFFERSON FISHER reveals how gaslighting and narcissism work, why people don’t listen to you, and the courtroom tricks for respect and power! Jefferson Fisher is a Texas trial lawyer and leading communication expert. He is the founder of Fisher Firm, creator of The Jefferson Fisher School of Communicati…
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I greet you in Jesus’ precious name! It is Monday morning, the 22nd of December, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in the Book of Isaiah 44:24: “Thus says the Lord, your Redeemer, And He who formed you from the womb: “I am the Lord, who makes all things, Who stretches out the heavens all alone, Who spre…
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What does it really mean to keep humans at the center of AI when agentic systems are accelerating faster than most organizations can govern them? At AWS re:Invent, I sat down with Michael Bachman from Boomi for a wide-ranging conversation that cut through the hype and focused on the harder questions many leaders are quietly asking. Michael leads te…
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Has this year left you feeling defeated? If you’re ready to give up after giving it all you had, this episode will give you the push needed to get up and fight another day. In this teaching, I share my practical advice for starting over, even when it feels like things never work out. The truth is, you have no idea how close you are to winning the f…
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From Parliament to Prison, how can people find calm in chaotic environments? How does one cope with grief during the festive period? What are some successful ways to combat depression? Rory and Alastair are joined by clinical psychologist and ordained Minister, Mark Williams, to answer all these questions and more. Please note, this podcast episode…
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Send us a text Dance and community sit at the heart of this Ceroc Inspire Dance Inspiration Podcast as Liz and Mark share what’s left of the Ceroc year and what’s coming next. From festive class nights at Derby and Ashbourne and a fun Christmas line dance challenge to January workshops and the launch of Ceroc Burton Town Hall, this episode reflects…
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I greet you in Jesus’ precious name! It is Sunday morning, the 21st of December, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in the Gospel of John 1:11: “He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him.” Then we go to the Book of Isaiah 53:3: “He is despised and rejected by men,…” Are you feeling unpopular at…
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What does responsible AI really look like when it moves beyond policy papers and starts shaping who gets to build, create, and lead in the next phase of the digital economy? In this conversation recorded during AWS re:Invent, I'm joined by Diya Wynn, Principal for Responsible AI and Global AI Public Policy at Amazon Web Services. With more than 25 …
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What does it really mean to support developers in a world where the tools are getting smarter, the expectations are higher, and the human side of technology is easier to forget? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Frédéric Harper, Senior Developer Relations Manager at TinyMCE, for a thoughtful conversation about what it takes to se…
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The Worst Christmas Gift I Ever Received Welcome, wisdom-seekers to Skip's Quips - a Holiday Special Edition! This week on The Main Thing Podcast, we're doing something a little different — and a little more intimate. No guest. No interview. Just you and me, gathered around a story that has stayed with me for nearly half a century. And it couldn't …
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I greet you in Jesus’ precious name! It is Saturday morning, the 20th of December, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We go straight to the Gospel of John 11:35: ”Jesus wept.” Jesus cried. Compassion is what the world needs. Do you know, He was about to raise Lazarus from the dead? He knew that. So why was He wee…
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What does it really take to build a fintech company that quietly fixes one of the most frustrating problems SMEs face every day? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I'm joined by Pierre-Antoine Dusoulier, the Founder and CEO of iBanFirst, for a candid conversation about entrepreneurship, timing, and why cross-border payments have remained broken f…
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The Republican Susan Collins has held one of Maine’s Senate seats for nearly thirty years, and Democrats, in trying to take it away from her, have a lot at stake. Graham Platner, a combat veteran, political activist, and small-business owner who has never served in office, seemed to check many boxes for a progressive upstart. Platner, who says he a…
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Indigenous math isn't just about numbers and equations, it involves culture, spirituality and more. Math professor Edward Doolittle, a Mohawk from Six Nations in Ontario, sees math as something embedded in Creation itself. In his Hagey Lecture at the University of Waterloo, he describes Indigenous mathematics as being grounded in cognition, emotion…
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Jennifer Strange entered a bizarre radio station contest. Sponsor deals: Visit AuraFrames.com and usepromo code WHATWAS at checkout to get $45 off. If you’re 21 or older, get 25% OFF your first order + freeshipping @IndaCloud with code [WHATWAS] athttps://inda.shop/[WHATWAS]!#indacloudpod Go to ThriveMarket.com/WHATWASto get 30% off your first orde…
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Courtney Conley is a renowned foot health expert who combines science with practical advice to help people lead pain-free, active lives. In this Moment, Courtney dives into the surprising impact of our everyday footwear on both our physical and mental health. Discover the best kind of shoes to wear, and how crucial footwear is in enhancing movement…
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I greet you in Jesus’ precious name! It is Friday morning, the 19th of December, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start in the Book of Psalms 105:2: ”Sing to Him, sing psalms to Him; Talk of all His wondrous works!” Then we go straight to 1 Thessalonians 5:18: ”In everything give thanks; for this is the will…
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Ep 10. As part of our newest series, Start-Up Nonprofits, we hear from Andy Gibson, who shares the heart behind Certain Hope Community, a nonprofit founded to bring connection, hope, and belonging to families raising children with disabilities. Andy and his wife Laura’s youngest daughter was born with a rare chromosome disorder that introduced coun…
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What happens when artificial intelligence moves faster than our ability to understand, verify, and trust it? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I sit down with Alexander Feick from eSentire, a cybersecurity veteran who has spent more than a decade working at the intersection of complex systems, risk, and emerging technology. Alex leads eSentire L…
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"We are the monsters" — that's the premise for the genre of film known as body horror — movies that fixate on monstrous and grotesque changes to the body. There have been good body horror films and bad ones, but "The Fly" starring Jeff Goldblum and Geena Davis was perhaps the most consequential. The movie captured anxieties around bodily autonomy a…
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In this episode of "Rodney Veal's Inspired By" we are joined by Heather Jones, an artist and Director of Programs and Engagement at The Contemporary in Dayton, and her husband Jeffrey Cortland Jones, an artist and art educator. The pair reflects on their backgrounds, their hardships and obstacles, and on the stark benefits that come from being in a…
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In this episode of The Insiders, Richard Lane is joined by James Donaldson, Founder of Stakki to explore how AI is reshaping the sales tech landscape and what it means for sellers. James shares why tool overload has left sales teams distracted, why data quality is now the biggest barrier to predictable revenue, and how AI can help reps spend more t…
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Owner of Nisto Ball. A clothing company and movement that utilizes basketball to help and encourage the youth. Tristen has become a really great friend to my wife and I. So, it's always great to catch up, to hangout and to get around each other. It's really great to see what he has built and how much it is growing. Super proud to know you, Tristen.…
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AI pioneer YOSHUA BENGIO, Godfather of AI, reveals the DANGERS of Agentic AI, killer robots, and cyber crime, and how we MUST build AI that won’t harm people…before it’s too late. Professor Yoshua Bengio is a Computer Science Professor at the Université de Montréal and one of the 3 original Godfathers of AI. He is the most-cited scientist in the wo…
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Rabbi Lizzi’s 45th birthday is on New Year’s Eve! We have it on good authority that no gift would make her happier than seeing this community continue to thrive. One year older, one year wiser — help our rabbi share that wisdom by giving at the link below. https://secure.givelively.org/donate/mishkan-chicago/join-us-in-praying-and-fighting-for-a-be…
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I greet you in Jesus’ precious name! It is Thursday morning, the 18th of December, 2025, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We go to the Gospel of John 11:25-26: ”Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live and whoever lives and believes in Me shall ne…
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How much value do your developers actually get to deliver in a typical week, and how much of their time is quietly lost to meetings, context hunting, and process drag? I'm joined by Phil Heijkoop, Global Practice Head of Developer Experience at Valiantys, for a conversation that cuts through the hype surrounding AI and asks a harder question about …
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