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G. T. MinistriesTen things we are not to do!Send us a textTen Things We Are Not to Do – Guided by God’s WordIntroductionThe Word of God gives us “Do Not” commands not to limit our joy but to protect our souls. Just as a loving parent tells a child “Don’t touch the stove” for their safety, God warns us about things that can harm our faith, steal our peace, and damage our witness.Today, we will explore ten “Do Not” instructions from Scripture—each one a guardrail to keep us on God’s path.
2025-08-1429 min
COACHED with Coach Keren"I Am Empty and Aching and I Don’t Know Why"Quote: "Kathy I’m lost," I said, though I knew she was sleeping. "I’m empty and aching and I don’t know why…" – Simon & Garfunkel, AmericaIn this episode, Coach Keren Eldad explores the haunting feelings of emptiness and loss that often come with high achievement. With reference to Alexander Hamilton's "residual sadness of the driven man" from Ron Chernow's biography and the concept of "the cave you fear to enter" by Joseph Campbell, Keren breaks down why overachievers often feel like they’re endlessly striving yet remain unsatisfied. Through deeply personal stories and historical examples, this episode...
2024-11-1319 min
Catholic PreachingTwenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (B), Conversations with Consequences Podcast, September 28, 2024Fr. Roger J. Landry
Conversations with Consequences Podcast
Homily for the Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, B, Vigil
September 28, 2024
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This is Fr. Roger Landry and it’s a privilege for me to be with you as we enter into the consequential conversation the Risen Lord Jesus wants to have with each of us this Sunday, in which we will e...
2024-09-2810 min
Voices in AISam HarrisJoin Joseph and Eldad on Voices in AI as they delve into the multifaceted world of Sam Harris, a figure known for his contributions to neuroscience, meditation, and his controversial views on religion and society. This episode explores Harris's journey from neuroscience to spirituality and back, his focus on morality, ethics, and the impact of technology on society. Discover Harris's involvement in the AI conversation, his concerns about existential threats posed by AI, and his alignment with the effective altruism movement. Whether you agree with him or not, Sam Harris's perspectives on AI, consciousness, and the future of humanity...
2024-04-2516 minVoices in AIJoy BuolamwiniIn this enlightening episode of Voices in AI, hosts Joseph and Eldad engage in a captivating conversation about Dr. Joy Buolamwini, a trailblazer in the field of artificial intelligence. Dr. Buolamwini, a Ghanaian-American-Canadian computer scientist, poet, and the founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, has dedicated her career to uncovering and combating bias within AI technologies, particularly in facial recognition systems.From her early inspirations and academic journey through Georgia Tech, Oxford, and MIT, to her groundbreaking research that sparked global conversations about AI ethics, this episode explores the multifaceted contributions of Dr. Buolamwini to the tech...
2024-04-1815 minVoices in AIMo GawdatIn this Voices in AI episode, hosts Eldad and Joseph engage with Mo Gawdat, a former Google executive and author of "Scary Smart," to discuss the future and ethics of artificial intelligence (AI). Gawdat shares insights from his tech career and his vision of AI's development, emphasizing the need for responsible and ethical AI innovation. He highlights a pivotal moment when he observed robotic arms learning autonomously, sparking concerns about AI's rapid advancement and its "black box" nature.Gawdat advocates for "parenting" AI with positive influences and proposes a radical 98% tax on AI businesses to slow development...
2024-04-1118 minVoices in AISam AltmanSam Altman, a prominent figure in the tech industry, is known for his leadership roles at Y Combinator and OpenAI. Despite his company Loopt's failure, Altman's ability to secure funding and impress influential figures in the industry is notable. His leadership style has garnered loyalty from his teams, as evidenced by the majority of OpenAI's staff threatening to leave if he was ousted. However, concerns about his potential for hubris and power corruption have been raised. Altman's approach to product development, favoring quick market release and iterative improvements, has been influential in the tech industry.
2024-04-0418 minVoices in AIIlya SutskeverJoe and Eldad discuss Ilya Sutskever, the chief scientist at OpenAI, and his significant contribution to the field of Artificial Intelligence. His journey from Russia to Israel, then to Canada is discussed, along with his work with renowned AI researchers Geoffrey Hinton and Andrew Ng. His major contributions include work on neural networks, image recognition, AlphaGo, Tensorflow, and sequence-to-sequence learning. The episode also sheds light on his role within OpenAI, his optimism regarding AI, his emphasis on safety, and his potential role in the firing of Sam Altman.
2024-03-2821 minVoices in AIGreg BrockmanIn this episode of Voices in AI, hosts Joseph and Eldad delve into the life and career of Mira Murati, the CTO of OpenAI. They discuss her impressive rise to a leadership position at a young age, her background as an immigrant from Albania to Canada, and her subsequent education at Dartmouth. The conversation highlights Murati's hands-on approach at Tesla, her involvement in significant projects like ChatGPT and DALL-E, and her role in the reinforcement learning research team. The hosts also touch on Murati's interim CEO position during a crisis at OpenAI and her supportive, thoughtful, and deliberate management...
2024-03-2114 minVoices in AIMira MuratiIn this episode of Voices in AI, hosts Joseph and Eldad delve into the life and career of Mira Murati, the CTO of OpenAI. They discuss her impressive rise to a leadership position at a young age, her background as an immigrant from Albania to Canada, and her subsequent education at Dartmouth. The conversation highlights Murati's hands-on approach at Tesla, her involvement in significant projects like ChatGPT and DALL-E, and her role in the reinforcement learning research team. The hosts also touch on Murati's interim CEO position during a crisis at OpenAI and her supportive, thoughtful, and deliberate management...
2024-03-1213 minVoices in AILiv BoerreOn this episode of 'Voices in AI', we introduce Liv Boerre, an astrophysicist turned poker champion, now making waves in the AI community. Boerre's unique background in physics, coupled with her experience in high-stakes poker, provides a fresh perspective on the strategic and ethical dimensions of AI. Explore her advocacy for effective altruism and how it relates to AI safety, her approach to problem-solving in AI from a game theory viewpoint, and the role of AI in societal betterment. Boerre’s insights offer invaluable lessons on navigating the complex AI landscape, especially highlighting the significance of diverse and inclusive vo...
2024-03-0615 minVoices in AIYann & ZuckThe Influence of Yann LeCun and Mark Zuckerberg in AI Evolution: In this insightful 'Voices in AI' episode, join the discussion on two of AI's most influential figures - Yann LeCun and Mark Zuckerberg. Unpack LeCun's groundbreaking techniques like backpropagation and convolutional neural networks, which power much of today's AI. Delve into Zuckerberg's vision for AI at Meta, influencing sectors from social media to virtual reality. Get a glimpse into the achievements and controversies surrounding LeCun and Zuckerberg's work in the field.
2024-02-2718 minVoices in AIDemis HassabisLearn about the captivating journey of AI pioneer Demis Hassabis, the visionary leader of DeepMind. In this episode, we peel back the layers of his extraordinary achievements, revealing the human side of AI innovation. Get ready for an inspiring exploration that challenges the boundaries of technology and creativity.
2024-02-2018 minVoices in AITristan & AzaUniting Ethics and Innovation with Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin - In a world increasingly shaped by algorithms and AI, this episode of 'Voices in AI' brings you a critical discussion about Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin, co-founders of the Center for Humane Technology. Tristan, a former Google design ethicist, and Aza, renowned for his AI-human communication research, speak often about the challenges and potential of AI in shaping our society. This episode highlights their calls for the urgent need for ethical guidelines in AI development, examining the consequences of unchecked AI on mental health, national security, and beyond...
2024-02-1317 minVoices in AIThe AmodeisThe Amodei Siblings' Journey in Pioneering AI at Anthropic - In this fascinating episode, we discuss the innovative strides of Dario and Daniella Amodei, the siblings at the helm of Anthropic. Learn about their unique journey from leaving OpenAI to founding a company that prioritizes ethical AI development. We explore their vision of creating AI that is helpful, honest, and harmless, and how this mission is impacting industries from healthcare to software development. Join us for an insightful exploration of Anthropic's approach to AI, driven by a blend of technological expertise and ethical principles.
2024-02-0617 minVoices in AIEthan MollickDiscover Ethan Mollick's Innovative Approach to AI and Education: In this episode of 'Voices in AI', we delve into the pioneering work of Ethan Mollick, a respected figure at the intersection of AI, education and having his students work with AI directly. Mollick, an associate professor at the Wharton School, is reshaping the educational landscape by gamifying learning experiences and embracing generative AI. Hear about his unique strategies for integrating AI tools like ChatGPT in education, his approach to addressing the challenges of AI in academia, and his thoughts on the future skills required in an AI-driven world. This...
2024-01-3015 minVoices in AIAnita BorgUncover the remarkable journey of Anita Borg in this episode of 'Voices in AI.' Dive into the story of a visionary who not only revolutionized computer science but also championed the role of women in technology. Discover how her legacy continues to inspire and shape the future of tech. Tune in for an episode filled with inspiration and groundbreaking ideas!
2024-01-2312 minVoices in AILex FridmanJoin us in a captivating episode of 'Voices in AI' about Lex Fridman. We discuss Lex’s background, contributions and his podcast which often goes into the heart of AI conversations - from its impact on societal norms to the ethical dilemmas it presents. We’re big fans of Lex's approachable style that brings depth to each dialogue, offering a spectrum of insights that challenge conventional views. Tune in for an episode that not only explores AI's technological frontiers but also its profound human implications
2024-01-1617 min
ELDAD Church in GuernseyJoseph The Forgotten HeroWhat role did Joseph play in the events of the nativity? Carol Service at Eldad Elim Church Guernsey.
2024-01-0817 min
ELDAD Church in GuernseyGod Shows Up - Howard DavenportHoward Davenport starts the Christmas series this week.
Matthew 1New International VersionThe Genealogy of Jesus the Messiah
1 This is the genealogy[a] of Jesus the Messiah[b] the son of David, the son of Abraham:
2 Abraham was the father of Isaac,
Isaac the father of Jacob,
Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers,
3 Judah the father of Perez and Zerah, whose mother was Tamar,
Perez the father of Hezron,
Hezron the father of Ram,
4 Ram the father of Ammi...
2023-12-0430 min