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The AI in Business Podcast is for non-technical business leaders who need to find AI opportunities, align AI capabilities with strategy, and deliver ROI. Each week, Emerj Artificial Intelligence Research CEO Daniel Faggella interviews top AI executives from Fortune 500 firms and unicorn startups - to uncover trends, use-cases, and best practices for practical AI adoption. Subscribe to Emerj's weekly AI newsletter by downloading our "Beginning with AI" PDF guide: https://emerj.com/beg1
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The podcast where adoptees discuss the adoption experience. This is not the usual adoption talk. You will find real, raw, and deep feelings addressed in these interviews. No sugar-coating here! Come and laugh, cry, learn and heal with us. Adult adoptees share stories of search, reunion, and secondary rejection. Adoptees On also curates recommended resources to encourage and educate the adoption community about adoptee issues.
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It’s one thing to set the standard, it’s another to hold the standard. Join Nick Bare, hybrid athlete, founder/CEO of Bare Performance Nutrition discussing nutrition, maximizing human performance, and living a purposeful life. Whether you're a hybrid athlete, health/fitness enthusiast, entrepreneur, or seeking intentional living, this weekly podcast offers valuable insights on nutrition and training through some of the world's most incredible individuals, while also coaching and equipping yo ...
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A Podcast Series by Evgeny Morozov. Forget the military or Silicon Valley: we owe our smart technologies - from toothbrushes to beds - to a band of eccentric 1960s hippies. Hidden away in a secretive, privately funded lab on Boston’s waterfront, these visionaries developed intimate, personal technologies a decade before Steve Jobs. But their rebellion was fraught with obstacles: the military-industrial complex, corporate resistance, and the founders’ larger-than-life personalities. As Silico ...
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Are you thinking about adopting or fostering a child? Confused about all the options and wondering where to begin? Or are you an adoptive or foster parent or kinship caregiver trying to be the best parent possible to this precious child? This is the podcast for you! Every week, we interview leading experts for an hour, discussing the topics you care about in deciding whether to adopt/foster or how to be a better parent. This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are the national ...
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Shrink The Box

Sony Music Entertainment

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Ever wondered why Frasier Crane is such a snob? How Tyrion Lannister’s bawdy humour saves him in Game of Thrones? What makes Schitts Creek’s Moira Rose a narcissist? ‘Shrink the Box’ is where actor comedian Ben Bailey Smith and psychotherapist Nemone Metaxas put their favourite fictional characters such Tommy from Peaky Blinders and Sydney from The Bear on the couch - to analyse why their behaviour causes them so much drama. Nemone and Ben explore why these characters make certain decisions, ...
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The Forgotten Podcast

The Forgotten Initiative

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We want to see people everywhere supporting the foster care community and experiencing Jesus together. So, in this podcast, we are sharing the stories of the foster care community to bring awareness that leads to action!
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We understand that seamless user adoption of Office 365, Microsoft Teams and SharePoint can prove tricky, with many hurdles to jump before your whole organisation is fully onboard. That’s why we’re creating a series of podcasts focusing on real-life user adoption stories, with schools, academies and businesses just like yours.
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The Adoption Podcast, Made by Queer Adopters. Your hosts Sam, Paul (husbands and parents to their adopted son), and Andi (adoptive Dad to two children), invite you to join them in a safe space where everyone is welcome, LGBTQIA+, solo adopters, straight couples considering adoption or people who have adopted! This podcast honestly breaks down the adoption and EP process, SEND, and life after adoption. This podcast covers the hard times, the good times and does it all with a touch of humour a ...
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The Jersey PodCats

Danielle Woolley & Elizabeth Gearhart

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If you love talking about cats, but your friends and family are kind of over it, this is the podcast for you! Join your hosts, Danielle Woolley and Elizabeth Gearhart, on The Jersey PodCats for entertaining conversations with everyday cat lovers talking about life, cats and everything in between! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube and everywhere you listen to podcasts.
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Pioneering Today is all about getting back to basics, simple living, and self-sufficiency with old-fashioned skills and wisdom in a modern world. With heirloom gardening, canning, preserving the harvest, from scratch cooking, raising your own food, including livestock (backyard chickens, pigs, and cattle), natural medicine, herbs, DIY like soap making along with living a simple self-sufficient life, no matter where you live. Hosted by 5th generation homesteader, Melissa K. Norris, author of ...
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Pulled By The Root - Amplifying Adoption Issues

Heidi Marble - Amy Hansen - Elle Klassen - Alysa Zalma MD - Stephanie Pipes - Sean Farley

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My name is Heidi Marble. I am a domestic adoptee/author/speaker born in 1965. I did not realize the depth of pain caused from my own relinquishment until later in life. The loss surrounding adoption is so far reaching it is hard to grasp; the gravity of hurt pulled me to take action. Fueled by our amazing team, Pulled By The Root has become a collective platform that elevates, honors and gives voice to the issues surrounding adoption. Our podcast is a place to listen to an aggregate of conve ...
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Each episode explores the world of dog care and companionship. Dog Words is presented by Rosie Fund, a charitable foundation with the mission to provide humans with the resources and education they need to give senior and harder-to-adopt dogs a better life. “We save each other.” is the motto of Rosie Fund which simply means, “The more we do for dogs, the more they do for us, and they already do a lot.”
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I'm Adopted

I'm Adopted / imadopted.org

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Established in 2015, the I’m Adopted community organisation provides a safe space for adoptees, topics and meet-ups with others. Welcome to our official podcast!
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LilyList

The Flux Creative

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LilyList aims to be a ”handbook for the living.” Providing resources that help people tell their stories and understand their legacies. Life can be a scary place, and end-of-life even scarier, but fear has no place here.
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Conversations for Couples

Conversations for Couples

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Married for 37 years and parents of four daughters (two adopted, two biological), David, a divorce lawyer, and Julie, a family therapist, have both been witness to families struggling with life’s most difficult challenges and at the same time, they have weathered their own struggles at home. Authors of two award winning books, the Bulitts delve into the conversations they have had, those they should have had and those that every couple needs to have in order to find success, happiness and fu ...
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Nomadic Diaries helps expats and nomads adopt mindsets, habits and practical strategies for making their lives overseas deeply fulfilling on every level, so that they can get much more than just travel stories
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Mind Your Own Karma–The Adoption Chronicles Podcast educates listeners on the realities of adoption through the stories of adoptees, birth parents, and adoptive parents. We delve into their journeys, exploring identity, the emotional impacts of adoption, and the complexities that are involved when a child is removed from their biology. We also tackle tough topics like transracial adoption and adoption ethics, featuring experts and advocates. By sharing these diverse perspectives we hope to n ...
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The Single Greatest Choice is a podcast about singleness, fertility, motherhood, and choice. This is a show for women who are grappling with what to do when life doesn't follow the love-marriage-baby carriage trajectory. It's about exploring the options when things don't seem to be turning out as we'd always planned. Most of all, is a place for women give and receive support as they grapple with these big topics - because what we decide to do with these years could be the single greatest cho ...
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Host Sandra Flach is a mom of 8 children, 5 through adoption—one kinship and 4 international. Her youngest 2 are teens diagnosed with a Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD). With over 30 years of parenting experience and 20 plus years as an adoptive and kinship parent, she’s made mountains of mistakes and learned loads of lessons. She understands the difficult road of parenting children with trauma histories—and she is still in the trenches! The Adoption & Foster Care Journey is a podcast ...
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Fitness doesn’t have to be complicated! What if you could burn fat, build muscle and get in the best shape of your life without giving up the foods you crave or wasting hours on a treadmill? With over 2 million lives transformed with our unique approach to health and wellness, the team at V Shred is here to break down popular fitness myths, unveil the secrets to achieving your dream body, and help you start building healthy habits for long term success. Tune in for exclusive content and inte ...
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The Janchi Show

The Janchi Show

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The Janchi Show is a podcast where three Korean adoptees explore what life is like after you're adopted by white people. Nathan Nowack, Patrick Armstrong, and KJ Roelke share their own unique journeys into discovering and learning more about their Korean and adoptee identities through conversations with each other and guests. Each episode they'll also try a Korean snack or drink! Join us each week and follow us at @janchishow across all social platforms.
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Are you ready for the greatest adventure of your life? In my weekly podcast, we explore the adventures, challenges, triumphs, sorrows, and the fun of being a dad. I am the father of 6 kids. My wife and I had four and then God blessed us with 2 more through adoption. I think I have a unique perspective and experience to help fathers become the best dad possible. I also love to interview other men trying to be great dads, step-dads, adopted dads, granddads, and foster dads. Let's help each oth ...
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#FitnessProChat by Fiterobic is designed to help anyone who is willing to adopt a healthy lifestyle. This series addresses challenges faced by individuals in starting their fitness and nutrition programs towards a disease free life. The program invites fitness, yoga, nutrition, wellness, experts and coaches as well as medical professionals who help people adopt a healthy life in today’s chaotic world. The podcast leverages intense research in the field of biomedical and life sciences to pres ...
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Awakenings often force us to confront our deepest fears and beliefs. The Crucible: Conversations for The Curious explores the transformative journeys of ordinary people who've navigated life-altering events. Join us as we dive into their remarkable stories of hope, resilience, and self-discovery.
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Anxiety Relief & Peace of Mind for Adoptive Parents Did you finally realize your dream of having a family only to have your happily ever after turn into a nightmare? Are you constantly second-guessing your parenting, anxious about whether your child will make good choices and remain faithful? Do you wish more than anything that your child would know Christ and just turn out ”OK”? Have you neglected yourself to the point that it’s taken a personal toll on you? Hi Neighbor! Welcome to Anchors ...
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Mac Watson Talks

Mac Watson, Cricket Watson

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Mac Watson Talks voted BEST PODCAST by Phoenix Magazine's 2022 Best of the Valley Readers' Poll. We explore current events through emotional connections, real-life experiences, and humor.
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Groundwork is a half-hour conversation that digs deeply into Scripture, the foundation for our lives. Each week, pastors Dave Bast (president of Words of Hope) and Scott Hoezee (director of CEP at Calvin Seminary) cultivate our understanding of God's Word by unpacking the richness of the Bible and applying it with insight to today's world.
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The Age of Adoption podcast explores the monumental transition from a period of climate tech research and innovation – an Age of Innovation – to today's world in which companies across the economy are furiously adopting climate solutions - the Age of Adoption. Listen as our host, Keith Zakheim, CEO of Antenna Group, talks with experts from across the climate, energy, health, and real estate sectors to discuss what the transition means for business and society, and how corporates and startups ...
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Debating theology that makes sense of life and faith. A team of regular people discuss issues of theology, faith and life. Uncovering bible thinking from cutting edge, to conservative, to all things in-between. A lively debate show that gets you thinking, challenging the relevance of God, scripture and faith to today's contemporary outlook.
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John Snyder, host of the Behold Your God Study and an elder of Christ Church New Albany, walks us through the realities of the Christian life with an emphasis on experiential Christianity. We love books on our podcast, so we tend to find great help in old books written by church fathers, puritans, and others. John has a plethora of guests to come on the show and share different insights into the books we discuss.
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Discover the transformative power of the human spirit with the Life's Checkmark Podcast. Host Jon Emery leads captivating conversations that delve into real growth, love, resilience, and life's journeys, all while building relationships and fostering self-love. Explore topics such as physical and mental strength, entrepreneur growth and struggles, business success, mental awareness, spirituality, and faith. Each episode is a testament to the resilience and boundless potential within us all w ...
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Revenue Amplifier

Glorium Technologies

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The Revenue Amplifier is your source for actionable insights to unlock your organization's full potential, hosted by Dudley Peacock and AI expert Dimitri Stepanov. We help healthcare and life science organizations boost revenue, cut costs, and adopt cutting-edge technology faster. This podcast is your gateway to: ⚪ Deep dives into AI and its applications ⚪ Strategies to amplify revenue and cut costs ⚪ Insights on using AI to improve patient care Are You Running a Healthcare Organization? Dri ...
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The Embryo Adoption Podcast

National Embryo Donation Center

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A podcast exploring the blessing of embryo adoption and embryo donation from all angles. Embryo adoption is an answer for so many families who thought they could never become pregnant. Learn more about it on this podcast.
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Life can be challenging. But whatever we encounter we always have a choice. We can take the easy route or the hard route. Stress Less Living is about always looking for the easy routes in life. The low stress ways to accomplish your goals, get more of what you want and ultimately live a happy and fulfilled life. On the podcast, you can expect mindset advice, strategies for dealing with big modern day problems like overwhelm, burnout, perfectionism and procrastination, and insight into tools ...
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We’re taught the Supreme Court was designed to be above the fray of politics. But at a time when partisanship seeps into every pore of American life, are the nine justices living up to that promise? More Perfect is a guide to the current moment on the Court. We bring the highest court of the land down to earth, telling the human dramas at the Court that shape so many aspects of American life — from our religious freedom to our artistic expression, from our reproductive choices to our voice i ...
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The Background Dancer sheds light on critical aspects underpinning the dance and performing arts industry through topics ranging from management, entrepreneurship, education, technology, fashion, choreography, politics, interdisciplinarity, media and wellness. Host Jason Yap details fascinating and useful information to help deepen your knowledge of all things offstage, while exploring and preparing together for a post-performance career. Listen in for a bi-weekly conversation with dance lov ...
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ADOPTION MATTERS: Real People, Real Life, Real Talk

Growing Intentional Families Together, LLC

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Welcome to ADOPTION MATTERS, a podcast with real people sharing real life stories and getting real about adoption from all three perspectives of the adoption triad. I'm Kim Noeth, one of your co-hosts, and a birth mother, along with Sharon Butler Obazee, an adoptee and Sally Ankerfelt, an adoptive parent. Together we explore difficult topics and share frank conversations guided by our commitment to truth-telling and truth-seeking. In each episode we discuss important issues using adoption at ...
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A weekly podcast that takes a deep dive into the heart of life's transitions for those 40 and over. From embracing an empty nest and caring for elderly parents to navigating the body and mind changes of a certain age and reshaping careers. Every Sunday, join host, Valerie Mekki, offering a blend of mindfulness practices, heartfelt affirmations, and real-life stories to guide you through the evolving landscape of midlife. Whether it involves professional pivots, personal growth, or embracing ...
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Wrestling with yourself? Other people? Life? You’re not alone – nobody has life figured out. Welcome to Wrestling With Life, where we get out of our heads together, baby!! I’m your host, EmLed, and I’m spilling all the tea on the ways I’ve struggled and how I’m stepping into the highest version of myself in the hopes it will help you do the same. Wrestling With Life is a community for ambitious people who want to get out of their head and start truly living! Learn to adopt the mindset shifts ...
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Love the show? Text us your feedback! Human life is sacred from the moment of fertilization. Nearly one million babies are currently in cryostorage as embryos. These snowflake babies can be a beautiful gift and blessing to families in want of a child. Saralyn and Ben Bracken as well as Tyler and Kayla Nuss join Straight Talk on Life Issues to share…
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Elizabeth is both a reunited adoptee and an adoptive mother. Since 2000, Elizabeth Barbour has coached thousands of women to find their way back to solid ground when life gets chaotic and overwhelming. Elizabeth intimately understands the twists and turns of life’s transitions, having weathered the pain of divorce, the deaths of her parents, emotio…
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Join co-hosts and adoption coaches, Kim Noeth (a birth mother), Sharon Butler-Obazee (an adoptee) and Sally Ankerfelt (an adoptive parent) for another lively discussion: the adoptive family on vacation. Using their tri-spective point of view, they explore how to create an experience that works for adoptive families, adoptees, and birth families.…
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Highlight Cindy takes us from the fast-paced world of high-end hospitality to the realm of spiritual awakening. A night in jail following a drunk driving incident became the catalyst for stopping her drinking and a spiritual evolution. Cindy candidly shares how she confronted her alcohol addiction, deep-seated shame, and personal fears, ultimately …
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At four years old, Sheena Wood was told that she had to make herself “adoptable.” She had medical challenges with her eyesight, feeling lost and alone as she navigated the journey of foster care, moving from foster home to foster home throughout her early childhood. She felt rejected and didn’t know if anyone would want her or if she would be able …
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In this episode, I deep dive into my favorite running gear, accessories, gadgets, and apps that have stood the test of time and proven to be essential for training and races. As marathon season gets closer and closer, let's walk through some must-have running gear that I use that will help you elevate your performance.Topics I cover:-The best GPS r…
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Hi Neighbor, The right word at the right time by the right person has the power to not only change your mood, it can change your entire day. It’s an amazing feeling when that happens. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if you could do that for yourself without waiting for someone to do it for you? You can! Grab a pen and paper, and let’s explore how to tap i…
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Welcome to episode 10 of the LilyList podcast, where our goal is to be a handbook for the living. We chat with North Carolina artist Tom Troyer about his upbringing in the Wesleyann church, the intersection of education and religion, how he transitioned to music full-time, and who he wants to leave his gear to when he dies. His latest album - The S…
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It’s never too late to start something new, even in midlife. In this episode, we unpack the misconception about time. Host Valerie Mekki explores how to Reframe the perceptions about timing and age, replacing common excuses with powerful affirmations. Whether you’re considering a new career, becoming an empty nester, or finally tackling that passio…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: I just became a foster parent of a 14-year-old girl. She came with a cell phone paid for by her prior foster family. I told them I wanted to take over payments. I also want to sit down with her periodically and spontaneously and ask her to show me what she’s been doing on …
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Just after the story of creation, the Bible tells us the story of humanity’s fall. The immediate result of Adam and Eve’s disobedience in the Garden of Eden was alienation from God and relational discord. It released sin and brokenness into the world with all the strife, suffering, and decay we see around us to this day. Together, let’s examine the…
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This week I’m sharing my favorite easy and FAST preservation methods. When the harvest comes on, it’s not always convenient timing. But we don’t want all our efforts to go to waste. Learn about my top four go-to preservation methods when I need to preserve food fast. Some of them can buy you time until you’re ready for a larger preservation session…
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This conversation covers various embarrassing stories and experiences from the Sirel's life. It also delves into her rebellious phase, running away from home, and engaging in self-destructive behavior. Sirel discusses her first boyfriend, her first DUI, and her first pregnancy. The conversation concludes with Sirel reconnecting with her birth mothe…
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Explore 20 impactful AI-driven automation designed to save significant time and improve various aspects of your business operations. From lead generation bots to automating HR and sales processes to invoicing and customer support solutions, this comprehensive guide will help you streamline tasks and boost efficiency. Learn how these easily implemen…
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See Media Gratiae resources including, Behold Your God: Seeking Him Early, Behold Your God: Rethinking God Biblically, Christ Our Treasure, and more: https://shop.mediagratiae.org Proverbs 1 tells us that “Wisdom cries aloud in the street, in the markets she raises her voice.” Religious systems throughout history have taught wisdom as something oft…
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Why do bad things happen in life? One might say, that’s just life. But I believe there is a deeper meaning to that question. Hi Neighbor!⁣ Today’s episode marks the second anniversary of this podcast. I want to thank those of you who have supported this podcast, many from the beginning. As I’ve gotten to know more of you over these past 2 years, th…
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In this episode of the Age of Adoption Podcast, Keith sits down with Gareth Evans, CEO of VECKTA. Growing up in Liverpool, England, Gareth dreamed of becoming a fast jet pilot with the Royal Air Force. Sponsored by the Air Force to study environmental science, his career journey began in environmental remediation, where he worked to clean up old oi…
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Highlight Gayle shares her journey from addiction to spiritual awakening. She discusses how childhood trauma led to substance abuse, her experiences as a high-functioning addict, and the pivotal moment that sparked her recovery. Gayle describes her unexpected spiritual awakening and how it transformed her life, emphasising the importance of communi…
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It's been said that "The Quality of your Life is Determined by the quality of the Questions that you ask"... Questions (when asked internally) will steer and guide our thinking so, when crafted & asked in a particular way, we can use them to: Overcome challenges & moments in our life where we get stuck. Come up with new & creative ideas. Help us ge…
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Description: Welcome back to another episode of the Better Body Better Life Podcast! This week we are talking about a BIG topic… Menopause! The Menopause Transition is a big benchmark in a woman’s life. So, to help bring some clarity this oftentimes confusing experience, we are pleased to bring you Bria Gadd from The Period Whisperer! Bria is a Fun…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. If you are considering domestic infant adoption, you need to listen to this show to better understand the possibility that the expectant mom may change her mind. Our guest is adoption attorney, Lila Bradley, who has practiced law relating to adoption and child welfare law for the pa…
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Cat Talk - welcome to The Jersey PodCats! In today's episode, Danielle and Elizabeth dive into hilarious and heartwarming cat tales, sharing their experiences with feline antics and offering valuable insights into cat care. From mistaken cat urination problems to the importance of keeping cats inside, they cover it all. Elizabeth's expertise in ado…
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Hi Neighbor, Do you find yourself reliving reruns in your life? Another way to put it is this, do you see yourself living out your version of Groundhog Day? Grab a pen and paper, and let’s explore this concept together. This is the second episode of a 7-part series on journaling. As we consider the concept of reliving reruns in our lives, I have so…
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Join Nick and Ant, Dan and Frank for a fun-filled episode of Exploring LGBTQ+ History and Culture. This week, our hosts dive into an exciting trivia game that tests their knowledge—and yours—on all things LGBTQ+. From historical milestones to pop culture icons, this episode is packed with intriguing questions and surprising answers that celebrate t…
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For our July news and recommendation episode, we're joined by orphan care leader Kristen Lowry of Shelter Yetu to dive into a range of topics including the recent anti-virus update that sent the Blue Screen of Death around the world, the unintended results of making education free in Zambia, the legal trials of the Nobel Laureate father of micro-fi…
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My friend Trent Balduff, professional Beekeeper and a new(ish) resident of the beautiful Hawaiian Islands, joined me for a beautiful and open conversation on: How he is healing his shadow self and childhood trauma Why he moved to Hawaii (spoiler: his intuition called him there) How we are moving away from chasing money & success to pursuing love & …
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Today’s guest is Poonam Goyal, Sector Head and Senior eCommerce and Athleisure Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence. Given post-pandemic retail and logistics trends, athleisure is frequently a ‘canary in the coalmine’ for many cross-sector business challenges. Poonam returns to the program to talk about her reporting on the athleisure space and how he…
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Vashti Kanahele - On Navigating Mental Health, Community, and Global Adventures Join Doreen Cumberford as she engages in a heartfelt conversation with Vashti Kanahele about the mental health challenges and triumphs encountered during her international journey. Vashti opens up about her experiences as an expat, particularly focusing on the impact of…
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Dealing With The Death Of A Child with Debbie Gail EP | 101 In this episode of Life's Checkmark, we dive into the heart-wrenching yet inspiring story of Debbie Gail, who has faced the tumultuous challenges of dealing with mental illness, addiction, and loss within her family. Through her personal experience as a single mother of three, Debbie share…
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Ben and Nemone discuss Helen McCrory’s iconic Poly Shelby from Peaky Blinders. She’s a devout Catholic, but up to her neck in the murky world of bootlegging and murder. Nemone gets into the thorny question of how she might match those up, and reveals how each of us has a ‘silent observer’ inside. We also dive into the history of women’s rights in 1…
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“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” -Colossians 3:12 Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you to care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care. On this episode, host …
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In this episode of the podcast, Laurie and Claire share podcast updates and exciting upcoming events. Claire is currently in Seoul, and the Dream Team will be livestreaming from The Empowered Adoptee Podcast Facebook page soon. We are excited to announce that we will open up registrations for our second Empowered Adoptee Retreat soon! Throughout th…
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In this podcast, we speak with Microsoft’s Anoo Padte – the product leader for Reading Coach – about how artificial intelligence is helping create personalised learning experiences and combat poor reading literacy. Find out more: https://clouddesignbox.co.uk/combatting-poor-reading-literacy-with-microsoft-reading-coach/ ----------------------------…
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Regardless of our place in the foster care community, understanding who we are, who we belong to, and where our sense of security comes from is vital to our confidence in where we belong. It is such an honor to have Trisha Priebe on the podcast. She’s an adoptee and adoptive mom who serves as the Sr. Communications Coordinator for Lifesong for Orph…
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In this episode, I’m talking with the founder of SISU Lifestyle, Pete Nelson II, as he shares the incredible journey of building his brand while maintaining a balanced family life. I discuss with Pete the health benefits of sauna therapy, the dynamic practice of combining saunas with cold plunges, and the crucial role of solitude and reflection for…
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In this episode, our guest who wishes to remain anonymous shares her story with remarkable detail and honesty. The death of her adopted sister Susie motivated her to become an advocate for adoptees. Her journey began in 1953 when her 19-year-old mother, under pressure from relatives, gave her up for adoption. Anne was adopted at birth through a pri…
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In this episode, we tackle the initial phase of adjusting to change and trusting the process—whether it’s starting a new job, becoming an empty nester, moving to a new place, or even starting a new workout routine. This period often comes with uncertainty, anxiety, and discomfort as you navigate unfamiliar territory. Host Valerie Mekki provides rea…
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How To Deal With Betrayal with Vanessa Cardenas EP | 100 In this milestone 100th episode of Life's Checkmark, we engage in a heartfelt conversation with Vanessa Cardenas, a trailblazer in betrayal recovery. Vanessa unveils her personal story, exploring how a devastating experience with her husband at Central Park catalyzed her mission to aid others…
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Click here to send us a topic idea or question for Weekend Wisdom. Question: I’m a foster-to-adopt mom. I have 3 children. Two have already been adopted, and we are in the process of adopting one. My oldest son, who is 5 years old and turning 6 in Aug, had parental visits, but they were terminated when the parental rights were terminated, and he no…
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Hi Neighbor, How do you typically handle mental blocks? Have you tried unplugging? In this first of a 7-part series on journaling. I want to share how to get unstuck when your brain just won’t cooperate. Whether it’s finding answers or solving problems, sometimes we just need to UNPLUG. Here’s how. We’ll consider this concept with a jumble of the w…
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Today’s guest is Dr. Raghav Vadhera, Lead Technical Architect for AI/ML Platform & Services at Raytheon Technologies. Dr. Vadhera joins us on today’s episode to offer business leaders advice on the challenges private-public partnerships face in aligning objectives, regulatory compliance, financial constraints, and cultural differences. Throughout h…
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The Bible begins with an origin story: God’s creation of our world and of us, his image bearers. It’s a story that introduces us to our loving Creator God and the theme of creation that echoes throughout the Bible. Join us as we study the creation theme and discuss what it reveals to us about God’s character, love, and intentions. We’ll marvel at G…
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286 | Grace Newton, MSW Today’s guest is Grace Newton, MSW, a Chinese adoptee, author of the prolific blog, Red Thread Broken, and one of the co-authors of the Adoptee Consciousness Model. We discuss the reasons for the rise and fall of international adoption from China, and how the critical adoption scholarship of Chinese adoptees is on the rise, …
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This week I’m excited to have Laura Gilmour on the podcast talking about herbal elixirs, shrubs, cocktails and mocktails. She’s given me plenty of inspiration to start using my herb garden to create incredible drinks with health benefits! Laura also shared her favorite drink recipe using a blueberry and spruce shrub that sounds incredible. You can …
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