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The Divine Economy: How Religions Compete for Wealth, Power, and People by Paul Seabright https://amzn.to/3KdDvEt A novel economic interpretation of how religions have become so powerful in the modern world Religion in the twenty-first century is alive and well across the world, despite its apparent decline in North America and parts of Europe. Vigorous competition between and within religious movements has led to their accumulating great power and wealth. Religions in many traditions have honed their competitive strategies over thousands of years. Today, they are big business; like businesses, they must recruit, raise funds, disburse budgets, manage facilities, organize transportation, motivate employees, and get their message out. In The Divine Economy, economist Paul Seabright argues that religious movements are a special kind of business: they are platforms, bringing together communities of members who seek many different things from one another—spiritual fulfilment, friendship and marriage networks, even business opportunities. Their function as platforms, he contends, is what has allowed religions to consolidate and wield power. This power can be used for good, especially when religious movements provide their members with insurance against the shocks of modern life, and a sense of worth in their communities. It can also be used for harm: political leaders often instrumentalize religious movements for authoritarian ends, and religious leaders can exploit the trust of members to inflict sexual, emotional, financial or physical abuse, or to provoke violence against outsiders. Writing in a nonpartisan spirit, Seabright uses insights from economics to show how religion and secular society can work together in a world where some people feel no need for religion, but many continue to respond with enthusiasm to its call.

The Profiteers How Business Privatizes Profits and Socializes Costs By Christopher Marquis https://amzn.to/3R0CbbB An exposé of how society pays for corporations' "free lunch" and the cost of environmental damage, low wages, systemic discrimination, and cheap goods. In an age when business leaders solemnly profess dedication to principles of environmental and social justice, Christopher Marquis’s provocative investigation into the real costs of doing business reveals the way that leaders of the corporate world gaslight to evade responsibilities by privatizing profits and socializing costs. “Who pays?” for the resulting climate and environmental damage, racism, low wages, and cheap goods: the average citizen and the taxpayer. By bringing to light ideas that today are on the fringe but rapidly making their way into the mainstream, Marquis outlines a new regenerative paradigm for business in society. He tells of a group of pioneers trying to not just reform but transform the way business is conducted all over the world. By taking novel actions to reimagine business operations in responsible ways, minimize their negative impacts, and create new ways for business to properly absorb their hidden costs, these leaders provide blueprints to move the needle on vexing social and environmental issues. What’s in it for leaders of the corporate world? The model of reform presented provides clear guidance on how to get ahead of the curve as an emerging economic order is formed. No business can lead from the front if it is morally-backward looking. History has shown time and again that those who get out in front of emerging changes in our social and environmental landscape protect themselves from inevitable eclipse.

The Klansman’s Son: My Journey from White Nationalism to Antiracism: A Memoir by R. Derek Black https://amzn.to/3V1mTF0 From the former heir-apparent to white nationalism, The Klansman’s Son is an astonishing memoir of a childhood built on fear, of breaking from a community of hate. Derek Black was raised to take over the white nationalist movement in the United States. Their father, Don Black, was a former Grand Wizard in the Ku Klux Klan and started Stormfront, the internet’s first white supremacist website—Derek built the kids’ page. David Duke, was also their close family friend and mentor. Racist hatred, though often wrapped up in respectability, was all Derek knew. Then, while in college in 2013, Derek publicly renounced white nationalism and apologized for their actions and the suffering that they had caused. The majority of their family stopped speaking to them, and they disappeared into academia, convinced that they had done so much harm that there was no place for them in public life. But in 2016, as they watched the rise of Donald Trump, they immediately recognized what they were hearing—the spread and mainstreaming of the hate they had helped cultivate—and they knew that they couldn’t stay silent. This is a thoughtful, insightful, and moving account of a singular life, with important lessons for our troubled times. Derek can trace a uniquely insider account of the rise of white nationalism, and how a child indoctrinated with hate can become an anti-racist adult. Few understand the ideology, motivations, or tactics of the white nationalist movement like Derek, and few have ever made so profound a change. When coded language and creeping authoritarianism spread the ideas of white nationalists, this is an essential book with a powerful voice.

Global development executive discusses bridging the gap for vulnerable communities Gretchenvillegas.net About the Guest(s): Gretchen Viegas is a global development executive with over 25 years of experience in the field. She specializes in mission-driven, innovative programming for vulnerable communities through partnership development, impact scaling, and revenue growth. For the first 15 years of her career, Gretchen lived and worked in Latin America and East and Southern Africa. In the past decade, she has been forging partnerships between non-profits and for-profits to do business for good. Gretchen is passionate about finding solutions to global challenges and believes in the power of collaboration to create positive change. Episode Summary: In this episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss interviews Gretchen Viegas, a global development executive with extensive experience in the field. Gretchen shares her insights and experiences working in emerging markets and developing nations, where she focuses on helping vulnerable communities gain access to necessities such as clean water, food, housing, and education. She emphasizes the importance of listening to the needs of the community and working together to find sustainable solutions. Gretchen also discusses the role of for-profit and non-profit partnerships in addressing global challenges and achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Key topics discussed in this episode include the impact of poverty, homelessness, and lack of clean water on communities worldwide, the need for collaboration between for-profit and non-profit sectors to address global challenges, the importance of empathy and understanding different cultures, and the role of youth in driving positive change. Key Takeaways: Global development is about partnering with vulnerable communities to help them access necessities and improve their quality of life. Collaboration between for-profit and non-profit sectors is crucial in addressing global challenges and achieving sustainable development goals. Understanding and empathizing with different cultures is essential for effective global development work. The youth play a significant role in driving positive change and shaping the future of global development. Businesses can make a profit while also making a positive impact on society and the environment. Notable Quotes: "It's not about showing up with the answers or with money and resources. It's about listening to what's important to the community and being a partner in finding solutions." - Gretchen Viegas "We need the for-profits and the innovation and creativity, along with the nonprofit boots on the ground, to come together and solve the big challenges we face." - Gretchen Viegas

Plan to Recover: Your Mini Journal for Recovery and Self-Discovery By Andrea M Epting https://amzn.to/4a9OCsi Lightninginabottle.biz Plan to Recover: Your Mini Journal for Recovery and Self-Discovery is an essential tool and helpful resource in the initial phases of any recovery and self discovery journey. Thoughtfully curated and specifically designed for the person looking to achieve long-term success in recovery while gaining personal insight, awareness, emotional intelligence and spiritual integrity. Use the “Plan to Recover” journal to stay recovery minded, practice priorities, and build healthy relationships with Self and Others - 12 hours at a time. Your 90-day mini journal to get started on your recovery. Enjoy finding joy in the journey!

Home Run King: The Remarkable Record of Hank Aaron by Dan Schlossberg https://amzn.to/4apv5Ep In the fifty years that have passed since Hank Aaron hit his 715th home run and supplanted Babe Ruth as baseball's home run king, his legend and legacy have only grown. Humble and modest to a fault, he always insisted that he didn't want people to forget Babe Ruth but only to remember Henry Aaron. Though he never had the benefit of playing in the media spotlight of New York or Los Angeles, he remains the career leader in total bases, runs batted in, and All-Star selections; shares records for home runs by brothers (with Tommie Aaron) and by teammates (with Eddie Mathews); and is remembered with respect and admiration for his outspoken advocacy of civil rights for all minorities. Written by a lifelong Braves fan who became a sportswriter, this book traces Aaron's odyssey from the segregated south to the baseball world revolutionized by Jackie Robinson, who became an early an important ally against bigotry and prejudice. It reveals how the New York Giants nearly beat the Boston Braves in signing Aaron, when the young slugger caught his first break, and why he changed his hitting style after the Braves moved from Milwaukee to Atlanta. Though he never won a Triple Crown or hit for the cycle, he won virtually every major honor, including an MVP award, a World Series ring, and a berth in the Baseball Hall of Fame. But he should have won more, as the author contends he was often taken for granted by voters (nine of whom left him off their Cooperstown ballots!). Turn these pages to find out what home run Aaron considered his greatest, what pitcher proved his easiest mark, and what managers he liked or disliked the most. Even the disappointments are included -- his team's move south, its inability to establish a dynasty, and his quests to become a manager, general manager, or even Commissioner of Baseball. This is also a book of personal tragedy: the death of a child, a difficult divorce, and the stunning loss of the 43-year-old brother-in-law who became the first black GM. Not to mention the deluge of hate mail as it became obvious that he was approaching the most cherished record in sports. Through it all, Henry Louis Aaron kept his composure, preferring to let his bat do the talking. He lacked the notoriety of Willie, Mickey & the Duke but he just might have been the best player in baseball history. He's certainly in the conversation.

Tom Clancy Act of Defiance By Brian Andrews and Jeffrey Wilson Part of A Jack Ryan Novel https://amzn.to/3V80Xt1 A rogue nuclear Russian submarine is steaming toward the East Coast of the United States. For President Jack Ryan, memories of past events may seem stunningly vivid, but the dangers are terrifyingly real in the latest entry in this #1 New York Times bestselling series. US intelligence is reporting turmoil in the Russian navy. Their deadliest submarine, the Belgorod, has unexpectedly launched, and taken along with it a long list of questions. Who authorized the departure? What mission is it on? And, most disturbing of all, what weapons do the giant doors on the sub’s bow hide? It's been four decades since a similar incident with the Soviet sub, Red October, ended happily, thanks to a young CIA analyst named Jack Ryan. Now, President Jack Ryan finds himself with fleets of ships, squadrons of jets, and teams of SEALs at his command, but what he doesn’t have is insight into the plans of the Belgorod’s commander. It falls to a younger generation of Ryans to do the dangerous work that will reveal that information. But there’s always a price to be paid. When the final moments tick away, will Jack Ryan have to choose between the safety of his country and the safety of his child?

The Hunter's Daughter By Nicola Solvinic https://amzn.to/4aqP9q6 A hypnotic, sinister debut mystery about a seemingly good cop who is secretly the daughter of a notorious serial killer. Anna Koray escaped her father’s darkness long ago. When she was a girl, her childhood memories were sealed away from her conscious mind by a controversial hypnosis treatment. She’s now a decorated sheriff’s lieutenant serving a rural county, conducting an ordinary life far from her father’s shadow. When Anna kills a man in the line of duty, her suppressed memories return. She dreams of her beloved father, his hands red with blood, surrounded by flower-decked corpses he had sacrificed to the god of the forest. To Anna’s horror, a serial killer emerges who is copying her father – and who knows who she really is. Is her father still alive, or is this the work of another? Will the killer expose her, destroying everything she has built for herself? Does she want him to? But as she haunts the forest, using her father’s tricks to the hunt the killer, will she find what she needs most…or lose herself in the gathering darkness? ABOUT THE AUTHOR Nicola Solvinic has a master’s degree in criminology and has worked in and around criminal justice for more than a decade. She lives in the Midwest with her husband and cats, where she is surrounded by a secret garden full of beehives.

The Unstoppable Franchisee: 7 Drivers of Next-Level Growth by Gary Prenevost https://amzn.to/3V46a4R Selected by USA Today as a Top 10 Business Book To Help You Scale in 2024 BRONZE MEDAL WINNER – 2024 AXIOM BUSINESS BOOKS AWARD – ENTREPRENEURSHIP/SMALL BUSINESS CATEGORY Unlock your business’s full potential and achieve continuous growth with proven wisdom from top global franchisees and franchisors. Why is incremental, year-over-year progress toward operational excellence elusive for so many franchisees? What distinguishes top-performing franchisees and their ability to build sustainable businesses? Through decades of experience working in the franchise industry, author and franchise consultant Gary Prenevost has seen firsthand that top performance isn’t reserved for a select few who possess a magical blend of personality traits, education, and work history. He asserts that any franchisee—regardless of brand, system, or market experience—can progressively scale their business if they apply seven key growth drivers. Grow a Next-Level Mindset Grow Your Awareness Grow Your Operational Management Skills Grow Your People Master the System Grow Your Interdependence Cultivate the Neural Network of Your Business Supported by extensive research and insights from more than 50 top-performing franchisees and franchisors across systems of all sizes, and accompanied by actionable workbook exercises, The Unstoppable Franchisee challenges current thinking about franchise ownership and management. No matter your industry, the strategies and systems presented here will enable you to spur engagement, generate growth, and drive profitability.

From Garage Startup to Multimillion Dollar Brand: The Journey of Beautiful Disaster Clothing Bdrocks.com About the Guest(s): Christina DuVarney is the founder and CEO of Beautiful Disaster Clothing. With over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry, Christina has built her company from a garage startup to a multimillion-dollar brand. Growing up in a broken home with an alcoholic father, Christina learned resilience and self-reliance at a young age. She discovered the transformative power of fashion and realized that what you wear is a reflection of your inner strength and identity. Christina's journey showcases the power of resilience, determination, and creativity in overcoming adversity and building a successful business. Episode Summary: In this episode, host Chris Voss interviews Christina DuVarney, the founder and CEO of Beautiful Disaster Clothing. Christina shares her inspiring journey of building her company from a garage startup to a multimillion-dollar brand. Growing up with an alcoholic father, Christina faced adversity from a young age, but she learned resilience and self-reliance. She discovered the power of fashion as a form of self-expression and empowerment. Christina discusses the challenges she faced as an entrepreneur, including the rapid changes in the digital landscape and the need to adapt to new technologies and platforms. She also shares her plans for the future, including strategic partnerships and expanding the product line. This episode is a testament to the power of resilience, determination, and the belief that fashion can be a transformative force. Key Takeaways: Beautiful Disaster Clothing is a women empowerment brand that celebrates the beautifully broken and the perfectly imperfect. Christina DuVarney's journey from a challenging childhood to a successful entrepreneur underscores the profound impact of resilience, determination, and the belief in the power of fashion as a form of self-expression. Building a brand in the digital age comes with its own set of challenges, including the need to navigate social media platforms, algorithms, and the ever-changing digital landscape. Strategic partnerships and alliances are crucial for scaling a business and reaching a wider audience. The Beautiful Disaster tribe, consisting of hundreds of thousands of women, provides a supportive community where women can share their stories and find empowerment. Notable Quotes: "We like to celebrate the imperfections. We would not be who we are if we didn't fail." - Christina DuVarney "You don't have to abandon everything and just jump in and suffer. You can build your dream in the pockets of your life." - Christina DuVarney "A rising tide lifts all boats. It's important that we give back and lift each other up." - Christina DuVarney