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CTP (S3EJanSpecial5) When Tradition Meets A Moving Culture
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
A candid talk with Keith Haney on leading church change with conviction and care, built around his new book Guided by Grace. We swap stories about fear, hope, outreach, and how to update methods without bending the message.
• why narrative helps leaders model healthy change
• churches resisting change while neighborhoods shift
• methods evolve while doctrine stays firm
• practical outreach, mentoring, and digital touchpoints
• human care, stewardship, and caring for workers
• addressing racial divides with Scripture-led tools
• naming fear and building trust with small wins
• where to find Keith’s books, blogs, and podcast

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CTP (S3EJanSpecial4) From Therapy To The Page; Healing And Horses
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We trace Laura’s path from therapist to writer and strategist, then dig into equine-assisted healing and the realities of domestic violence without visible bruises. Precision in words, purpose in strategy, and compassion in practice tie it all together with candid faith and practical takeaways.
• schedule update and quick merch plug
• therapist-to-writer pivot and early mentorship
• AI as grammar partner not ghostwriter
• copywriting connected to strategy and outcomes
• rebuilding a business after a women’s shelter
• discovering equine-assisted work for trauma
• science of co-regulation with horses
• telling hard stories in service to others
• domestic violence without physical marks
• systems, boundaries, and digital harassment
• faith, responsibility, and civic context
• links and contact for LauraNicholls.com

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CTP S3E134 Pregnant Barbie Meets A Windshield, Film At 11
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We react to the “advanced female crash test dummy” announcement and weigh science against practicality, asking how far specificity should go before it slows progress. We compare biological differences, costs, and the ethics of testing for averages versus edge cases.
• why sex-based differences affect injury patterns
• when a new dummy improves real-world safety
• limits of modeling every size, stage, and scenario
• the case for averages and representative archetypes
• pregnancy testing as a targeted research need
• how costs ripple through labs and design cycles
• role of data, validation, and practical standards
• where politics distorts safety conversations
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CTP (S3EJanSpecial3) Journalism, Faith, And The Grit To Lead
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We trace Ahmad’s path from small-town Texas writer to minister and coach, linking journalism’s rigor to leadership, faith, and practical steps that dismantle excuses. The talk challenges entitlement, clarifies real charity, and offers a framework to move from stuck to steady.
• early love of writing and journalism fundamentals
• first speaking gigs and lessons from failing forward
• Texas campus ties and building community roots
• journalism versus media and source standards
• ministry with teens and young adults
• equal love from God versus unequal gifts
• charity with accountability not dependency
• practical framework from Now What for hard leaps
• leadership through delegation and mentorship layers
• personal responsibility and realistic next steps
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CTP (S3EJanSpecial2) No Limits Church with Charles Matthews
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We explore how real change happens when relationship with Christ replaces hollow religion and how grace partners with free will to build a life without limits. Charles Matthews shares his journey from addiction and severe illness to purpose, boundaries, and a church built on transformation.
• growing up in Portsmouth and finding purpose beyond hardship
• addiction, recovery and why willpower alone is not enough
• religion versus relationship and the problem with churchianity
• love with boundaries and emotional stewardship
• righteous anger as fuel for healing and action
• health battles, healing and a renewed mission
• practical ways to discern, forgive and still use wisdom
• links to connect: Dominion Publications and KPTV broadcast
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CTP (S3E133) Unemployment Versus Labor Participation Rate (Left Fudges Numbers)
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We pull apart the jobs headlines to show why the unemployment rate can mislead and why labor force participation tells the real story. We also walk through inflation basics, why prices rarely fall back, and how factory timelines shape job growth.
• why labor force participation matters more than the unemployment headline
• how dropouts from job searches distort unemployment
• why unemployment can rise during a healthier job market
• inflation measurement versus lived prices
• investment cycles, factory buildouts, and hiring timelines
• consistent baskets and long-run tracking for clearer inflation signals
• practical markers to watch beyond one-month data
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CTP (S3EJanSpecial1) Kids, Screens, And The Cost Of Isolation
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We trace how kids’ mental health and learning have shifted since lockdowns and why face-to-face school still outperforms screens, even as some students benefit from remote tools. Practical steps for parents, tutors, and communities help rebuild social skills, language, and daily habits.
• why suicide risk eased but long-tail effects remain
• how COVID remnants shape schools, health rules, and routines
• when remote learning helps and when it harms
• speech and language delays from limited facial cues
• tech as a tool versus a babysitter
• widening gaps between well-resourced and struggling schools
• faith, duty, and caring for the vulnerable with balance
• parent involvement in health, habits, and motivation
• tutoring as targeted support and accountability
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CTP (S3EDecSpecia7) Choosing Optimism In A Fearful World
Exploring more of the fascinating intersection of Activism, Community Engagement, Faith / Religion, Human Nature, Politics, Social Issues, and beyond
We explore how faith, free will, and clear thinking shape mental health in a world that often pulls us toward fear. Constance Hastings shares personal stories, practical tools, and the heart behind The Trouble with Jesus.
• holiday drop schedule and backlog update
• Constance’s background and early faith roots
• optimism versus shallow positive thinking
• culture moments and their mood impact
• navigating illness, aging and uncertainty
• managing anxiety through present focus
• doubt as a path to deeper faith
• fear as the real opposite of faith
• thought checks that steady emotions
• free will and choosing your response
• how the book engages skeptics with prompts
• where to find Constance online
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