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The Restorative Lens

National Center on Restorative Justice

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The Restorative Lens podcast brings together voices in the restorative justice community to share insight, practices, & perspective. Each series of the show will highlight different restorative justice topics, & provide a space to hear from those who are most directly impacted or involved in the work. This project is supported by Grants No. 2020-MU-CX-K001 & No. 15PBJA-20-GK-00035 awarded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance. Points of view, images, or opinions in this document and are those ...
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Do you love everything woo-woo? So do we! Gary is a channel and Christy is a Psychic and together they live an unimaginable life. This podcast is all about what is possible when you raise your vibration and see beyond the illusion. There’s channeling and medium readings and so many true stories that you’ll never believe. But we’re sure you’ll have a great time listening to these two as they celebrate the unimaginable.
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Why do people self-injure? And what is the best way to respond when someone tells us they self-injure? Dr. Nicholas Westers, a clinical psychologist at Children's Health and Associate Professor at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, collaborates with the International Society for the Study of Self-Injury (ISSS) to interview the leading experts in the field of self-injury and self-harm as well as individuals with lived experience of self-injury and parents and family members ...
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Funny People Talking

Lightcircle Entertainment

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Marc Raco and hosts interview entertainers, influencers, icons, innovators, and incredible people who have one thing in common: they are funny! Episodes feature improv games, the latest and funniest news, plus unusual food and dead-pan delivery zingers from Elsie the Producer. From celebrity star stories to Star Trek references, “Funny People Talking” delivers a whole universe of things to laugh at and with.
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Talking Beards

Scott Sykora, Aaron D. Johnston

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A weekly talkshow covering the world of beards and mustaches and facial hair. We cover the latest news stories, charity competitions and events going on world-wide, with interviews with people making a mark on the community, and doing it all with a lot of humor!!! There is trivia and prizes each week and lots of beards and mustaches join in the chat with us. Come join hosts, Scott Sykora-The Beardcaster, and Aaron D. Johnston, as they dig into what is going on in the community all across the ...
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In this episode, we randomly pulled the following cards: Male, English, 1800's and music. Sir George Grove stepped forward for a fascinating conversation about life in the 19th century, how the world was just beginning to be interconnected, the arts and culture of the time, and the overall level of fear in those days. We asked him about his perspec…
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In this episode, Tina Turner comes through to talk about her pre-birth intentions, how anyone can be healed, how she healed generational domestic abuse patterns and how she had a massive shift in perspective in her lifetime. She explains how anyone can shift their perspective in every area of their life and how this is achieved. We were both star-s…
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In this episode, Lotte Rubæk, MSc, who leads the Self-Injury Team in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in the Capital Region of Denmark, talks about why interaction on image-based social media platforms like Instagram can be particularly appealing to young people who self-harm. She discusses the dynamics that can arise between users in the more close…
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In this episode, we readonly selected the following cards: Male, Born in the 1900's, French, Philosopher and Jacques Derrida came through. During his life, Jacques pioneered the concept of deconstructionism - "Nothing means anything." It was a fascinating conversation with a brilliant mind. He talks about how nothing is serious and the purpose of l…
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Christy and I were inspired to start a new series called Dead Talk. These are in-depth interviews with famous people who have crossed over. We will be talking to actors, musicians, philosophers, scientists, authors, politicians, etc. about their lives, their pre-birth intentions, and their perspectives from the nonphysical. These will be spiritual …
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Rami El Gharib (he/him) is a Lebanese Restorative Justice practitioner. Rami was born and raised in Beirut, Lebanon but moved to the United States in 2018 to escape the criminalization of homosexuality in his home country, and to pursue a master’s degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology at the University of New Haven. Rami serves as the …
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In this episode, Christina Robillard talks about how self-criticism can lead to increases in self-injury urges within the next two hours as well as the relationship between self-criticism and disordered eating. She explains how she and her team use ecological momentary assessment (EMA; see Season 1, Episode 11 with Dr. Glenn Kiekens) to assess self…
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Prince transitioned in April 2016. About two weeks ago, Prince came through Christy and the three of us had a four-hour conversation. I was able to record about 3 hours of it before my phone died. This was the first time we've ever recorded a conversation with a dead celebrity. Over the last couple of years, we've talked to Chris Farley, Tom Petty,…
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Approximately 47% of transgender adults and 55.7% of transgender and non-binary youth report having engaged in nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) at some point in their life. In this episode, Thomas details his experience of self-harm beginning at age 12, how his self-injury evolved over time, and how it related to his gender dysphoria. He also discuss…
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Kelly Bowker is a lot like Christy in so many ways. Like Christy, Kelly is a channeler and a medium. Her empathic abilities came on strong and just a couple of years ago. And just like Christy, she never dreamed she would have the gifts she now possesses. Christy has always said that anyone can do what she does. They just have to make a shift in th…
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In this episode, Dr. Jonas Bjärehed from Lund University in Sweden walks us through his research on nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) that he began in 2007 as part of his dissertation project. For example, he shares high prevalence rates of NSSI in Sweden (~40%) and discusses gender differences of NSSI among adolescents in 2007 compared to 2023. He al…
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In this amazing reading, Christy brings in two of Vik's grandfathers plus several spirit guides. All of them share some very powerful messages about Vik's purpose. Vik has been involved in Joshua's teachings and has had a One on One with Joshua. So he has been doing the spiritual work and he's perfectly prepared for this amazing reading. I am sure …
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In this episode, Dr. Amy Lucas from Speek Health in the United Kingdom talks about supporting siblings of those who engage in nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI). How can parents and caregivers of those who self-injure determine if they should share that information with siblings? What should parents do or say if they learn that the one self-injuring ha…
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Christy did a reading for Christina this week and it's such a fun one to listen to that I thought you'd like to hear it as well. In this reading, Christina's grand parents come through and then introduce her to four of her spirit guides. What they tell her is fascinating! For more info click below: Gary Temple Bodley Christy Levy…
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In 2013, the 5th edition of the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) was released, and for the first time it included Nonsuicidal Self-Injury Disorder as a Condition for Further Study. It is not an actual diagnosis at this time, but there are currently six criteria listed (see below, bottom of page). In this episode, Dr. Greg…
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The You Matter charity beard and mustache competition has taken the "bearding" community by storm, quickly becoming one of the most highly anticipated events of the year. This year, the event promises to be bigger and better than ever before, with 14 different beard and mustache styles on display, as well as a creative "build off" for those looking…
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All of our limitations are self-imposed. Imagine if there was a way to recognize and process the belief that cause limitations! We would become more free and abundant. We would attract more of what we want into our lives. Well there is a way to do this and we've been using this technology to create our unimaginable lives. In this episode we talk to…
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Talking Beards are here discussing the exciting Smoky Mountain Villains Anniversary Beard Competition and Charity Event! We're thrilled to have Tim Mullens from the Smoky Mountain Villains joining us to share all the juicy details about this highly-anticipated 6th annual event. But that's not all - this event is also a fundraising benefit for the I…
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Alignment is an interesting concept. It's talked about often in spiritual circles. There's a lot of ways you could define it; from feeling good to holding a high perspective. There's a lot to it and it's a big subject. Since all of your power comes while in the state of alignment, we thought it would be a great subject to start off the new year. In…
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Come join Billie Turner and Talking Beards in Murfreesboro Tennessee for the "Beards for Autism" Beard & Moustache Competition! Billie joins us to share some event details and have some fun chatting with Aaron and Scott and you never know what you are going to get from this "spicy" guest!!! Please consider attending this great event and helping out…
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What exactly constitutes nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI)? Dr. Brooke Ammerman from the University of Notre Dame and Dr. Greg Lengel from Drake University discuss the complexities of defining NSSI. They also describe the difference between deliberate self-harm and NSSI and share their research about what many clinicians, researchers, and people with …
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After a month long hiatus due to major life events and other assorted responsibilities, Scott and Aaron pop in to update the Talking Beards world on the status of everything. We have a Natali update for everyone and Scott tells us about work and the guys just chat with evryone about what has been going on and things that are coming up for the new y…
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Most states now have legislation that endorses restorative justice. This episode explores questions such as: How important is legislation for restorative justice implementation? What can legislation provide? How does it limit or ensure best practice? What advocacy is needed to promote policy change? How can restorative justice practitioners and pro…
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In Colorizing Restorative Justice, practitioners of color relate their experiences in the field, examining the inherent contradiction of using these practices within Western, white dominant, settler societies. This episode will explore questions around how cultural competency can be prioritized in equitable systems design, including: How do we acco…
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The term "self-harm" is an umbrella term, encompassing a broad range of behaviors, under which is included substance abuse and misuse, eating disorders, suicide, and nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI). In this episode, Dr. Brianna Turner from the University of Victoria in British Columbia, Canada discusses how often self-damaging behaviors, including r…
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Around the United States, restorative justice programs establish different criteria for eligibility for restorative justice including the age of the responsible party, the willingness of the harmed party for the case to go through restorative justice, the type of offense, prior record, and more. There is also an extensive range of subjective measur…
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Procedural justice concerns the fairness and transparency of the processes by which decisions are made, and may be contrasted with retributive justice (fairness in the punishment of wrongs). Allowing all parties to be heard before a decision is made is one step which may lead to a process being characterized and perceived as procedurally fair. Some…
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Restorative justice researchers Heather Strang and Larry Sherman (2015) argue, “In the past two decades, restorative justice has been the subject of more rigorous criminological research than perhaps any other strategy for crime prevention and victim support.” But this growing empirical evidence does not always inform program design and implementat…
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Welcome to a special Wednesday night episode of Talking Beards, where we dive into all things facial hair. Tonight, we'll be discussing the highly anticipated 2023 National Beard & Moustache Championships. As with any major event, there are pros and cons to consider. On one hand, the championships provide a platform for enthusiasts to showcase thei…
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Many restorative justice programs have been launched by people who are passionate and experienced restorative justice practitioners. They were careful to build their programs with great attention to detail and fidelity to best practices. But when they have tried to expand their programs to handle greater caseloads or across jurisdictions, they have…
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Restorative justice processes and practices in the United States associated with all stages of the criminal legal system have grown exponentially over the last three decades. From community-based pilot programs to national technical assistance and training, the interest in restorative approaches has generated challenges and opportunities for system…
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The 2023 National Beard & Moustache Championships will be held on November 4th in Beautiful Daytona Beach Florida!!! Tonight we will get all the news and information from Mr. MJ Johnson himself. Ticket proceeds from this years National Beard and Moustache Championships and Exhibition Show will benefit a Volusia County Hurricane Relief fund, Movembe…
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Everyone likes a good ghost tale around halloween. This unimaginable but true story took place a few weeks ago while Christy and I were visiting Savannah. This town is known for a lot of things - historic homes, great food and night life, wonderful parks and especially ghosts. We never imagined we'd have our own ghost adventure, but that's exactly …
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The Circus of Whiskers is not just any ordinary facial hair competition. It's a naughty carnival where weirdness and creativity come together to create an unforgettable experience. This year, we're thrilled to host our eighth installment at Small's Bar in Hamtramck! Mark your calendars, and don't forget to keep your beard wild and free! To enter th…
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In this episode, Allison details her experience of engaging in nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) beginning in 9th grade and into her 20's. She explains the complex relationship she and many others have with their self-harm scars and discusses how her husband has supported her when she has self-injured. She also shares about how she makes sense of her …
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Get ready for a night of chills, thrills and excitement! Join us tonight as we chat with Brian Phillips about The Return of Ezra Crow 2023- an event that is sure to send shivers down your spine! Never heard of Ezra Crow? You're in for a real treat! Tune in and discover the mystery behind this enigmatic figure. But that's not all- this year's event …
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One thing we have learned over the years is that nothing is random. You will find yourself in situations encountering people. At the time, it may seem like chance, but it never is. You are drawn together for a reason. When you understand this, you can lean into the experience and be aware of what's happening. This is the story of Scott & Lisa; a wo…
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Over the last couple of years, Christy and I have personally lived at least a hundred unimaginable experiences. Those experiences were the inspiration for this podcast. In the future, we'll dedicated entire episodes to just one unimaginable experience at a time. But in this episode, we riff about some of the first experiences that made us start to …
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Ladies and gentlemen, get ready for an unforgettable episode of Talking Beards! We have an incredible lineup of guests tonight, starting with the dynamic duo Ian and Christina Long. They'll be joining us to talk about the much-anticipated Beard-O-Palooza 4. This event just keeps getting bigger and better each year, and this time around it's all for…
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In this medium session with Christy, Lili gets to talk to her mom and dad who then introduce her to some of her amazing spirit guides. This is a fun episode for me because I knew Lili's mom and dad. Lili is my ex-wife and this session had a huge impact on her life. For more info click below: Gary Temple Bodley Christy Levy…
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If you had asked me about spirit guides a year ago, I'd have rolled my eyes. But as I've been watching Christy do her medium sessions with people all over the world, I've changed my tunes. They are real and they are more beneficial than you can imagine. In every case, a person's spirit guides have been carefully chosen to assist them on their journ…
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In this episode, Christy brings in Emma's father and 4 spirit guides. It's fascinating to hear the detailed information they give her regarding her business and her soul's purpose. It's all about letting go of rule following and becoming a peaceful rebel. Emma's father gives her an acronym "ACTION" that stands for Align, Connection, Thanks, Inspira…
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Up to 1 in 5 (20%) individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and about 3 in 7 (42%) individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) engage in self-injurious behavior (SIB). Common forms of SIB include repetitive head banging, head-hitting, self-biting, self-hitting, eye-poking, skin-picking, and trichotillomania (hair pulli…
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Join us tonight as we hang out with our good buddy Kyle Waller from SHAPE The Podcast and we all just have a good old fashioned hang out episode! Scott & Aaron have both had a crazy week so they just wanted to hang out tonight and catch up! So that is what we are going to do! Aaron is coming back from Beard Battle LA so we can talk about that but r…
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Have you ever wanted to show off your beard or mustache skills? Well, now is the time! Join us for the Blue Beard Challenge Beard & Moustache Online Competition sponsored by Honest Amish and benefitting Zero Prostate Cancer. Not only will you have a chance to showcase your facial hair, but you'll also be supporting a great cause. Our guests, Shawn …
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In our first episode, Christy channels The White Light who explains the idea of An Unimaginable Life. It is a radically new way to approach life based in the Law of Attraction and other universal laws. This is a channeling session recorded last December and has not aired previously. For more info click below: Gary Temple Bodley Christy Levy…
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