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A Podcast by OurCalling—the goal is to be a learner. What can we learn about serving those experiencing homelessness? Even though we have years of experience, can we step back, take a fresh look, and rethink everything we know? OurCalling is a Christian nonprofit (501 c3) serving the homeless community throughout Dallas County in Texas. Our team helps people get to know Jesus and get off the streets every day. Last year, we helped individuals exit homelessness over 1,300 times. We have a fac ...
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Hosted Anne Miskey, President and CEO of Union Station Homeless Services, the Changing the Narrative about Homelessness Podcast features insightful discussions with local and national experts on topics such as housing, homelessness, and community issues. This informative and engaging podcast builds upon the success of the Changing the Narrative Webinar Series, recognized as one of the top 5 "Most Innovative Awareness Campaigns in 2021" by the Los Angeles Business Journal. The podcast continu ...
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Street Strong is a unique podcast that brings practical mental health tips to the fight against homelessness. Host Tommy Sarti is a Psych NP and Duke grad, who spends 3 hours a week treating mental health symptoms in Skid Row, Los Angeles. This show is a must listen for all mental health professionals and anyone struggling with homelessness. It’s for anyone curious about addiction, trauma, relationships, depression, anxiety and ways to cope, hope, heal and thrive. Part sermon, part lecture, ...
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Million Dollar Lover is an unlikely love story, recorded in real time as the relationship unfolds between a wealthy widow, Carolyn, who is 80 and Dave, 57, a former drug addict who is homeless and has a long criminal history. The story captured the attention of the BBC Journalist Sue Mitchell as it was unfolding on her street. She spends a lot of time in California, she married an American and her award-winning journalism has been about the lives of people like Dave who inhabit the dangerous ...
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On Ask Dr. Drew, no question is too extreme or embarrassing because the Dr. has heard it all. For over 30 years, Dr. Drew Pinsky has taken calls from all corners of the globe, answering thousands of questions from teens and young adults. To millions, he is a beacon of truth, integrity, fairness, and common sense. Now, after decades of hosting Loveline and multiple hit TV shows – including Celebrity Rehab, Teen Mom OG, Lifechangers, and more – Dr. Drew is opening his phone lines to the world ...
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Upaya Zen Center's Dharma Podcast

Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot

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The Upaya Dharma Podcast features Wednesday evening Dharma Talks and recordings from Upaya’s diverse array of programs. Our podcasts exemplify Upaya’s focus on socially engaged Buddhism, including prison work, end-of-life care, serving the homeless, training in socially engaged practices, peace & nonviolence, compassionate care training, and delivering healthcare in the Himalayas.
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Dedicated to providing Alternative News and Unbiased Reporting for those tired of the mainstream media. Our Real Stories, Live Coverage, and Pressing News cover topics from social unrest to true crime. We feature Documentary Pieces and In-Depth Interviews that the media avoids, embracing Citizen Journalism and highlighting under-reported events. Tune in to our channel for daily updates on the most pressing news, and become a part of our growing community that values truth and transparency. D ...
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Critical and timely topics focused on equity, homelessness, substance use, mental health, and trauma. Our hosts interview health and human service experts, researchers, and advocates. Conversations explore how we can adapt our systems to the rapidly changing landscape of social services. For more information visit c4innovates.com.
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With Arms Wide Open

St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

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Join us for St. Vincent de Paul Louisville’s monthly Podcast, “With Arms Wide Open.” This podcast will share stories of people and programs in the Louisville community. Our podcast strives to shine the light on people and services that are of value to our Louisville family.
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“Stories From Skid Row” gives listeners an opportunity to hear first-hand testimonies from those who are experiencing homelessness, as well as staff and friends of Union Rescue Mission. These episodes provide a glimpse into the issues surrounding homelessness and the work being done to combat this epidemic in Los Angeles.
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Stories From Skid Row

Union Rescue Mission

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"Stories From Skid Row" gives listeners an opportunity to hear first-hand testimonies from those who are experiencing homelessness, as well as staff and friends of Union Rescue Mission. These episodes provide a glimpse into the issues surrounding homelessness and the work being done to combat this serious problem in Los Angeles.
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Gospel Con Carne

Mobile Loaves & Fishes

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The ‘Gospel Con Carne’ is a gritty journey of Tex-Mex theology that explores the woundedness of society through untold stories of homelessness. Our host, Alan Graham, is the founder and CEO of Austin, TX-based Mobile Loaves and Fishes – a social outreach ministry that has been empowering communities into a lifestyle of service with the homeless for more than two decades. Alan also is the lead visionary behind the innovative Community First! Village – the country’s only master-planned communi ...
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The Brew Inn Podcast

Brought to you by The Certified Lumpia Boyz @brewpac.shakur @art.makes.media @thef1g

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Creating Community Connections Through Casual Conversations. Support us on Instagram at @thebrewinnpodcast 🛍️ Support the Merch at TheBrewInnShop.com 📧 Email us at thebrewinnpod@gmail.com
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This podcast series features Simon, the founder of Global Glamping, sharing the organisation's journey and initiatives. From providing accommodation vouchers and incident recording devices for domestic violence victims to developing relocatable homes for those affected by natural disasters, Global Glamping aims to make a positive impact and inspire others to contribute to their mission of supporting vulnerable individuals and families. Produced by PodPro Australia
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Welcome to Voices of the Community, we strive to amplify solutions facing where we live through featuring residents like you, along with change makers, and thought leaders to support our fellow residents and people visiting or working in our area. “Our goal is to feature the unheard comments and stories from communities across our region in hopes to create dialogues to address our common problems and support the change of the status quo.” - George Koster, Creator/Host
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If you care about making an impact for good then the Do Gooders Podcast from The Salvation Army’s Caring Magazine is the show for you. Hosted by Editor-in-Chief Christin Thieme, listen in for real-life inspiration, expert insight, evidence of transformation happening in communities across the U.S. through The Salvation Army, and ideas from change-makers so you can join in right where you are and be the reason somebody believes in goodness.
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Youth Voice Amplified

Kern County Superintendent of Schools Office

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Join hosts Gennessa Fisher and Brian Johnson for this youth-led and youth-focused monthly interview series as they talk with young people about their life experiences with homelessness, foster care, disabilities, teen parenting, and more. Each conversation will uncover stories of hope and strength from youth storytellers who will share the best ways we can support youth in similar situations. If you want to know how to do better for youth or simply be inspired, this is your show! Every youth ...
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People telling their stories 'Excellent podcasts' - Gerard Edwards, CEO, 'Podcast Radio' 'A wonderfully made podcast' - Rob Jelly, Presenter, BBC Essex 'Love it! Great little vignettes of communities of normal people doing good things!' - Tom Fair, Student Radio Association winner, 'Best Podcast', 2020 'Expertly produced' (Kingdom Build) 'Great podcast' (Street Pastors) 'Podcast is excellent...love the format which works really well.' (Harlow foodbank) 'Another excellent podcast' (Parents an ...
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Join Love In Action International Ministries President/Pastor Ken Tuck for uplifting, encouraging, and challenging podcasts. Ken teaches the Word of God, shares uplifting stories of how lives of the homeless have been transformed by Jesus Christ, and of reaching unreached people groups around the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Ken also teaches and discusses the Great Commission and being a Great Commission Christian.
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Our Town Reno

Reynolds Media Lab

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With audio postcards from the streets, and inspiring interviews with community activists and heroes of Reno, we address issues of homelessness, the disappearance of public space, gentrification and the value of helping each other out from our base in Reno, Nevada. We do live reporting, micro storytelling and spoken word. As we face an affordable housing crisis, what happens to our most vulnerable? We also feature #keeprenorad musicians and artists. #Helpeachother is our motto.
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From homeless, high school drop out to Entrepreneur, C.E.O. and Ph.D.! Hear first hand how Eric was able to defy the odds, and single-handedly break the negative generational cycles that plagued his family for decades. Join the conversation with ET and co-host Carlas Quinney Jr. and learn how you too can create the life you deserve.
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Comedian Felipe Esparza talks with random people he finds interesting. It might be somebody kind of famous or it might be that homeless guy at the end of your street who you walk past every day without saying hello. Everyone has a story to tell about how they got where they are, no matter who they are.
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Jason is a film producer, author, activist and Catholic human rights worker. For the past 25+ years, he has worked to defend the most vulnerable — from the homeless on the streets of Los Angeles to persecuted Christians in Africa, from women in crisis pregnancies to victims of “honor killing” in Iran.
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A podcast produced by Metro Relief. This podcast is designed to give people a general idea of what Metro Relief’s vision is for homeless outreach. Through the show we will have people give their personal testimonies and discuss the issues that face homeless individuals across the United States.
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The Synergee Podcast

Kelly Engelmann and Lori Esarey

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Stress, default patterns and addiction , regardless of race, education or socio economic status , we all have patterns we fall into when we are stressed. How to identify the stress, understand the pattern and change your default. From college grad to homeless, addicted and losing everything to a life now of helping others, his story will certainly inspire you.
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Join Wayne and executive coach Nick Kennedy as they delve into the intersection of entrepreneurship and ministry. Discover how embracing entrepreneurial principles can revolutionize your approach to leadership, strategy, and service in the context of ministry. Explore timeless truths and practical insights that empower you to lead with clarity, pur…
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Featuring an enlightening and heart-touching conversation with Brice Hancock, known for his extraordinary transformation from battling addiction to being a catalyst for recovery in others, this episode of Street Strong delves deep into the multifaceted nature of addiction. With Brice, we journey from his early career as a musician and entrepreneur …
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Last month, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis put his signature on HB 1365, a controversial new law that prohibits municipalities from allowing homeless individuals to camp or sleep on public property. Enforcement of the law is unclear, and lawyer Aaron Swift argued that anyone who sues the municipality for not enforcing the bill and wins gets their attorn…
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Seven people have died at a hotel-turned-shelter for Denver’s homeless people since it opened in December, according to the city's medical examiner. The former DoubleTree by Hilton hotel serves hundreds of homeless people under a campaign by Mayor Mike Johnston to move 2,000 individuals out of the city's streets by the end of this year. That figure…
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Laura Guzman, Executive Director of the National Harm Reduction Coalition, and Shawn Morrissey, Vice President of Advocacy and Community Engagement at Union Station Homeless Services, engage in a candid dialogue with host Anne Miskey to confront the prevailing myths about substance use and those experiencing homelessness. This episode explores the …
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This is a continuation of final session which concludes the four part series Four Flavors of Love. Frank Ostaseski reminds us the brahmaviharas are considered powerful and beautiful aspects of the human mind and heart that can be cultivated and shared. Frank reviews each “flavor of love,” highlighting the features of each: Metta, Karuna, Mudita, Up…
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This session concludes the four part series Four Flavors of Love. Frank Ostaseski reminds us the brahmaviharas are considered powerful and beautiful aspects of the human mind and heart that can be cultivated and shared. Frank reviews each “flavor of love,” highlighting the features of each: Metta, Karuna, Mudita, Upekkha. The session also discusses…
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In this session of the Four Flavors of Love participants focus on Mudita, the third Brahma vihara, which translates to appreciative joy or sympathetic joy. Mudita involves finding joy in the basic goodness of all beings and recognizing the fundamental well-being of ourselves and others. Frank addresses potential concerns, such as whether focusing o…
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This is a continuation of the second session of this series where Frank Ostaseski emphasizes the interconnectedness of the four brahmaviharas and how they support each other. This talk focus on Karuna (Compassion) and includes guided practice of compassion using phrases to evoke the quality of compassion and extend it to various beings. Source…
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In the second session of this series Frank Ostaseski emphasizes the interconnectedness of the four brahmaviharas and how they support each other. This talk focus on Karuna (Compassion) and includes guided practice of compassion using phrases to evoke the quality of compassion and extend it to various beings. Source…
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How to find the new Intrigue feed, plus the series you might have missed and what's coming up... Intrigue: ‘Jaw-dropping’, ‘gripping’, ‘bingeable,’ ‘thrilling’ – dramatic true stories and investigations that reveal how the world really works. Don't miss an episode - just search for 'Intrigue' and re-subscribe or follow: https://www.bbc.co.uk/progra…
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Two days after the skies darkened from the solar eclipse, Sensei Wendy Johnson reminds us that “in dark times, the eye begins to see.” With her characteristic spirit and tenderness, Wendy encourages us to let in the difficult truths of our times and practice stillness and service. We can turn towards the wisdom of nature and ecology to guide us in …
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We see stats about addiction. We see substance abuse portrayed in film and in TV shows. We might even know someone who’s personally faced addiction to drugs or alcohol. But most of us don't really understand what causes addiction, and why our brains respond the way they do to drugs. Dr. Judy Grisel has made it her life’s work to unravel the mysteri…
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In an eye-opening development, Venezuelan migrant influencer Leon Moreno, renowned for his audacious advocacy of squatting on social media, finds himself ensnared by the very system he sought to exploit. Moreno, who amassed a considerable following by mocking American policies and encouraging illegal immigration practices, now faces the irony of ye…
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In a bold move highlighting the contentious immigration debate, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has escalated tensions with the Biden administration and New York City Mayor Eric Adams by transporting thousands of immigrants to the sanctuary city of New York. Abbott accuses President Biden of leveraging migrants as political tools to appease far-left fac…
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Ivor Cummins is a Biochemical Engineer and the author of “Eat Rich, Live Long”. He has spent over 25 years in corporate technical leadership and management positions. Since 2012, Ivor has been intensively researching the root causes of modern chronic disease. A particular focus has been on cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity. Ivor lives in…
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Scarlet Hope founder Rachelle Starr used to drive past "Theatre X" everyday on her way to work without thinking twice about the sex entertainment industry. Today, she goes into strip clubs with home-cooked meals and brings hope to the women inside. In 2007, Rachelle founded Scarlet Hope, a nonprofit that shares the hope and love of Jesus with women…
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This session from the Four Flavors of Love is the first session in the series covering the four brahmaviharas. Frank Ostaseski emphasizes the importance of the brahmaviharas and suggests the four qualities of love go beyond emotional states and are considered powerful and beautiful features of the human mind and heart. This session focuses on Metta…
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In a move that reads more like a political thriller than reality, the village of Dolton has enlisted former Chicago mayor, Lori Lightfoot, to spearhead an investigation into current Mayor Tiffany Henyard's alleged misuse of taxpayer funds. Lightfoot, once ousted from office herself, is set to earn $400 an hour for delving into Henyard's financial d…
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The influx of Chinese nationals crossing the U.S. southern border has sparked significant concern among security analysts and policymakers, marking a stark shift in the demographics of illegal immigration into the United States. In just the first few months of 2024, nearly 19,000 Chinese nationals have been apprehended, a figure that is on pace to …
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“I say this as the kid of legal immigrants: stand for the rule of law. Use our own military to secure our own border,” writes Vivek Ramaswamy – entrepreneur & former Presidential candidate. “We’re paving the way for another 9/11-scale tragedy,” says Ramaswamy. “Even if only 0.1% of illegal aliens who’ve crossed our border have hostile intentions, t…
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Angelenos are used to seeing fees for gratuity and even healthcare on the restaurant bill, but a downtown Los Angeles rooftop eatery is now charging a fee for security. Considered an essential experience in rooftop dining, diners at Perch, which is on the 15th floor of the Pershing Square Building at Hill and 5th streets, may soon notice the 4.5% s…
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Our friend, comedian Jack Jr returns to WUF podcast this week to talk more about all the things happening in his world lately. SPONSOR: ASPCA Pet Health Insurance - To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/FOOL *This is a Paid Advertisement. Insurance is underwritten by either Independence American Insurance Company or United States Fire In…
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In San Francisco, a baffling proposal by local lawmakers now allows residents to sue grocery stores that decide to close, adding another layer of absurdity to the city's already contentious relationship with its business community. This measure comes in response to a series of store closures due to safety concerns and rampant shoplifting, including…
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Are you tired of feeling powerless in your own story? In this episode, we really dug into the idea of shaking off that victim mindset and taking control of our lives. If we keep clinging to that "woe is me" attitude, we're just collecting these "Victim Trophies" that ultimately get you nowhere. We talked about how holding onto past grudges or rough…
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Seattle Police sending a strong law and order message with release of body cam footage showing far-left activists being arrested during a protest for illegal immigrants in City Council Chambers. Six people have been charged for the Feb. 27 incident. Nelson called three recesses after far-left activists with Stop The Sweeps Seattle and Comunidad Sin…
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Ian Arthur, President and COO of Nidus3D, a 3D builder home construction, joins us to talk about the technology, how it can help address our housing crisis, the challenges it might bring, the projects they have completed or are working on, and his hopes for the future with 3D printing technology in building affordable homes faster.…
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CHICAGO - Chicago health officials confirmed Wednesday that there is a 'small number' of tuberculosis (TB) cases among migrants in the city, and their medical teams are ramping up contact tracing. The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) said the cases were reported in "a few different shelters" in the city; however, officials did not disclos…
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In Bellevue, Washington, taxpayers are inadvertently funding a controversial form of tenant support, leading to thousands in rent paid for "serial squatters," a local politician has said. In an interview with Fox News, Reagan Dunn, the vice-chair of the Metropolitan King County Council, criticized a taxpayer-funded program that awarded $88,000 to k…
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Order Jason's new book, The Great Campaign Against the Great Reset on Amazon https://a.co/d/6yiOk5s Follow Jason on Locals: https://jasonjones.locals.com/ and on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/osu4491 Visit Movie to Movement @ www.MovieToMovement.com And the Vulnerable People Project: www.TheGreatCampaign.org…
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Squatters turned a Texas woman’s home into a “drug den” and sold her possessions at a yard sale — but police told her they couldn’t do anything about it. Terri Boyette was in Florida caring for her sick mother when a friend called to tell her someone had squatted her Dallas-area home. She had previously hired workers to renovate her house, but afte…
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Immigrants to the US can now decide they are not female or male, but a third unspecified gender when applying for citizenship. The US Citizenship and Immigration Services revised its N-400 Application for Naturalization form to provide applicants with the option of selecting “another gender identity” labeled “X,” it announced on Monday. “Historical…
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In a new preprint, researchers studied people who received mRNA vaccines and experienced Post-Acute Sequelae of COVID (PASC) also known as “Long COVID.” They discovered that the spike protein continued to appear in the immune cells of post-vaccine patients long afterward – some for more than 245 days. “These cells bind to the blood vessels. They ca…
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Emily Abell and host Ashley Stewart discuss benefits and challenges of Global Leasing, a three-way leasing strategy for tenants, property owners, and organizations. Sponsored by the Washington State Health Care Authority. Visit c4innovates.com, subscribe to receive newsletter and training updates, and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Y…
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At the end of Upaya’s practice period studying Vasubandhu’s Yogacara teachings, Sensei Shinzan shares with us the story of Vasubandhu’s awakening. Vasubandhu, a diligent student attached to his ascetic form of practice, awoke upon hearing his teacher say “when the mind seeks nothing, this is called the Way.” Shinzan asks us “What are you chasing?” …
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It’s 2024, and the opioid crisis is showing no signs of slowing down. Overdose deaths from opioids, including prescription painkillers and synthetics like fentanyl, continue to rise. The statistics paint a chilling picture. According to the CDC, an estimated 187 people in the U.S. die every day of opioid overdoses, most involving illicit and danger…
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A video from inside a migrant shelter in Denver shows a city leader begging families to move on to other cities and warning of a bleak future if they stay. In the clip obtained by 9NEWS, Denver’s Newcomer Communications Liaison Andres Carrera, who also serves as Mayor Mike Johnston's political director, tells newly arrived migrants that Denver cann…
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Amish farmer Amos Miller says the Pennsylvania Dept. of Agriculture has been harassing him for years because he sells raw milk and organic dairy products. Why is the government telling farmers what they can and can’t produce? Attorney Robert Barnes is defending Miller, saying “the government was unable to produce any evidence that any person in Pen…
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Love In Action proclaims the Gospel of Jesus Christ through acts of compassion here in Dothan, Alabama, and the Wiregrass. In this edition of "Sunday Morning with Love In Action," Ken shares the different ways Love In Action reaches out to the homeless and those living in poverty in Dothan and the Wiregrass. If you are interested in ways you can be…
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In this episode of the Global Glamping podcast, join host Adam Bell as he delves into the revolutionary approach of solving homelessness while promoting affordable living through the Merchant Membership Program. CEO Simon Fabian shares insights into the program's inception, its innovative features, and its potential to transform the business landsc…
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Recent data from the Center for Immigration Studies suggests that about 90% of the roughly 386,000 illegal immigrants that have been flown into the United States under the Biden administration’s parole program for illegal immigrants from certain countries have been admitted to the country at ports of entry in Florida and Texas. The data provided by…
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In this final session the Varela 2023 speakers share their reflections and thoughts on various topics discussed during the symposium. The conversation includes discussions about the relationship between knowledge and caring, the importance of narratives, the concept of care, and the role of narratives in shaping our understanding of the world. The …
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Andreas Roepstorff gives a charming talk on world and sense making, noting that precariousness, connectedness, and cooperation, concepts which help define sense making, are not esoteric but real and worth studying/ understanding. Andreas outlines the way he thinks about navigating in these meta analytic waters with the loosely held phrases Design, …
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Republican lawmakers in Georgia are taking aim at the ongoing squatting problem in Atlanta, proposing a bill that would make it a criminal offense. According to the National Rental Home Council trade group, 1,200 homes have been taken over by squatters in the city. With law enforcement bound by tenant right laws, homeowners are left with limited op…
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Christians held a vigil outside Parliament for the first ten days of Lent to call for action about Climate Change. Starting on Ash Wednesday, people prayed at the entrance to Parliament for twenty-four hours a day, until Saturday the 24th of February. Some of the campaigners taking part explained why they were involved.....…
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Xi Van Fleet survived the devastating Chinese Cultural Revolution and escaped to the USA – but now decades later, she warns that America is on the same path to cultural Marxism that destroyed her birth country. In Xi’s book “Mao’s America: A Survivor’s Warning” she exposes comparisons between China’s revolution and current-day America: Marxist tact…
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Adam Frank describes his divergence from a quest for an ultimate reality in physics, emphasizing the need to change existing scientific narratives. He discusses the uniqueness of life in contrast […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot
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Richard Davidson discusses the remarkable impact of short, targeted interventions on human well-being. From addressing loneliness to enhancing empathy, these brief practices can create lasting positive change in individuals and […]By Joan Halifax | Zen Buddhist Teacher Upaya Abbot
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