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The Human TraceGlobal Disruption, Local Fallout & The Human Cost of Economic Shifts With Dr. Lauren Pinkston (@laurenmpinkston | upwardlydependent.com)What starts as a trade policy decision in one country can trigger job losses, migration, and exploitation in another. In this episode of The Human Trace, we unpack how global economic shifts like tariffs, sanctions and conflict quietly destabilise livelihoods and push vulnerable communities closer to harm.From supply chains to scam centers, and from small towns to international systems, we ask:"Who pays the real price when the global economy moves?"Support the showPublished by Asia F...2025-05-0133 min
The Good SeedClimbing Cringe Mountain: Embracing Authenticity with Lauryn Jeter PinkstonIn this episode of The Good Seed Podcast, Ally and Rachel welcome special guest Lauryn Jeter Pinkston, a sixth-generation Kentuckian, content creator, and passionate advocate for agriculture. Lauren shares her unexpected journey into social media, how she built an audience of over 150,000 followers, and the lessons she’s learned about authenticity, confidence, and pushing past fear.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The story behind Lauryn’s viral content and how she embraced her unique personality online.Why she believes in “Climbing Cringe Mountain” and how pushing through discomfort leads to growth.The power of vulnerabil...2025-03-1143 min
The Digital Deep Dive With Aaron ConantThe Future of eCommerce: A Compilation of Trends in Streaming TV Ads, Fulfillment, and MoreAaron Conant is the Co-founder and Chief Digital Strategist at BWG Connect, a leading platform for executive strategy and networking sessions. In conjunction with BWG Strategy, BWG Connect has built an exclusive network of over 125,000 senior professionals and hosts over 2,000 virtual and in-person networking events annually. With over a decade of experience in digital commerce, Aaron provides advisory services to brands on Amazon sales strategies, retail media, DTC platform selection, and SEO. Before starting BWG Connect, Aaron was the Head of eCommerce Sales and Business Development at Perrigo and a Research Scientist at Pfizer. He is also the host...2025-02-2010 min
Life Boost with AmeliaEp. 81 | Thriving Together: Revolutionizing Our Approach to Senior Dog Care with guest Dr. Lisa LippmanSend me a text sharing your thoughts or questions In this episode, Dr. Amelia discusses an exciting new approach to senior dog care with guest Dr. Lisa Lippman. They introduce the senior dog veterinary society and a new senior dog veterinary certification co-founded by Dr. Lippman, Dr. Monica Tarantino, and Dr. Lauren Adelman. This episode dives into the power of adopting this certification, emphasizing its positive impact on the well-being of the entire veterinary ecosystem: pets, pet parents, and veterinary professionals. They dive into how this new proactive approach can help to decrease stress, overwhelm, and frustration...2025-01-0749 min
Beyond The ShelfRetail Media Joint Business Planning with The Digital Shelf Institute's Lauren Livak Gilbert & Microsoft's Nate PinkstonDave welcomes two luminaries on this week's episode: returning guest Lauren Livak Gilbert, Executive Director at The Digital Shelf Institute, and Nate Pinkston, Head of Growth, Retail Media at Microsoft. The two recently authored a DSI & Microsoft advertising report, "Joint Business Planning (JPB) Between Retailers and Brands: Effective Optimization Strategies for Collaborative Growth."They discuss why retail media is still "a reasonably immature medium and space" (5:56), how the tech stack varies across all the different retail media networks (10:37), the most important things to keep in mind for your retail media strategy (13:25), and highlights of the DSI/Microsoft J...2024-10-0139 min
Ecommerce BraintrustJoint Business Planning With Lauren Livak and Nate Pinkston - Episode 359Welcome to another episode of The Ecommerce Braintrust podcast hosted by Acadia’s Head of Retail Marketplaces Services Julie Spear and Director of Retail Operations, Jordan Ripley. We’re joined by two great guests today: Lauren Livak Gilbert, Executive Director of the Digital Shelf Institute, and Nate Pinkston, Head of Growth at Microsoft’s Retail Media division. In this episode, we’re focusing on the key takeaways from the report they released earlier this year, which represents a guide to the evolving landscape of Joint Business Planning. Tune in to get an insider’s take on w...2024-09-1730 minThe Digital Deep Dive With Aaron ConantJBP in the Digital Age With Lauren Livak and Nate PinkstonLauren Livak Gilbert is the Executive Director of the Digital Shelf Institute (DSI), which shapes the future of digital and advances commerce through community, content, and education. In her role, she defines the strategy for creating a global industry commerce community to support brands, retailers, and future leaders in the complex digital environment. As a thought leader in digital and design, Lauren has experience driving impactful multi-channel design content, transformative digital shelf solutions, and high-conversion web UX designs across multiple regions. Before DSI, she held numerous roles at Johnson & Johnson, where she owned the digital shelf for consumer products...2024-08-0841 min
Think Global, Do JusticeFood Poverty, Breastmilk and Blood MetalsToday on the show we are weaving in and out of various topics, largely surrounding Africa and that touch areas of malnutrition (continent-wide) and trafficking (Congo) and even some really beautiful solutions for helping babies (Uganda). We have Dr. Lauren Pinkston of Kindred Exchange on the show with us to make sense of the news and provide critical insight. We dive into questions like if the resource curse is real, the long-term effects of colonialism and the challenges of addressing corrupt supply chains. Podcast Sponsor The Accord Network is a place...2024-06-2552 min
Re-Imagining Short-Term MissionsOrphanage Voluntourism: David Sanon and Steph DeLuca Robinson on the Upwardly Dependent Podcast Recently, two of the of the Re-Imagining Short-Term Missions book contributors, David Sanon and Steph DeLuca Robinson, were asked to join a conversation with Dr. Lauren Pinkston on the Upwardly Dependent podcast. In this episode of the Re-Imagining Short-Term Missions podcast, you’ll hear an abridged version of that conversation, entitled The Other Side of the Story: A Caregiver & Resident Share Their Orphanage Tourism Experiences with David Sanon & Steph DeLuca Robinson. In case you want to hear more episodes of the Upwardly Dependent Podcast, follow this link.Keywords: Haiti, orphan, orphanage, exploitation, orphanage tourismWebsite: htt...2024-05-0748 min
Velvet Ashes Legacy Podcast21. Spiritual Abuse, Wilderness Seasons and Is the Good News Still GoodThis is one of those "we're going there" conversations. Denise and Sarah invite you in as they cover topics like spiritual abuse, wilderness seasons, harm caused in missions, and whether the good news is still good. We want to create safe space for you if you have also wrestled with questions and haven't felt like you have someone to share them with. Join us at our virtual coffee shop for this conversation.
We are grateful to Barnabas International for sponsoring this podcast! Barnabas is a member care organization that shepherds global workers and trains global shepherds. Learn more...2024-03-011h 00
Fresh Start Family ShowEp. 211: How to Embrace Justice Buttons in Ourselves and Our Kids with Lauren PinkstonIn this profound episode of the Fresh Start Family Show, Wendy interviews Lauren Pinkston for an eye-opening discussion about embracing justice buttons in ourselves and our kids. The conversation delves into Lauren's life journey, the motivations behind her work, and the impact of her mission on both global communities and individual family dynamics.Lauren recounts her transition from feeling compelled to live modestly as an emblem of Christian faith, to recognizing the freedom in wholeheartedly embracing her God-given identity and strength.The conversation flows into Lauren's work abroad, her...2024-02-071h 13
Think Global, Do JusticeDr. Lauren Pinkston - Trafficking, Entrepreneurship and Orphan Care PodcastingThis week we have dedicated academic and researcher Dr. Lauren Pinkson. Lauren is the host of the Upwardly Dependent podcast and comes with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in human trafficking prevention and community development through social enterprise. She has a passion for exploring creative solutions to bridging cultures and investing in communities. Join us as we challenge preconceptions surrounding human trafficking, shifting perspectives in bridging cultures, and delving into the intersection of podcasting within this sector. Podcast Sponsor Sojourn Studio Sojourn Studio empowers young women and moms...2023-11-211h 08
Beyond the Bubble: Navigating Professional Life After CollegeAdapting in the Ever-Changing World of Public RelationsLauren Carl ('14)Vice President of Digital Operations & Integration at Pinkston Adapting in the Ever-Changing World of Public RelationsLauren Carl (‘14) is Vice President at Pinkston, a strategic communications firm. Her role at Pinkston focuses on operations and working with clients on the design and creation of PR materials such as digital marketing and web design. After graduating with an economics major, Lauren began her career as an economic research assistant, transitioning over time to her current VP role at Pinkston. Lauren shares her experience adapting to a constantly changing industry, being a proactive employee, an...2023-11-0815 minHillsdale College Podcast Network SuperfeedAdapting in the Ever-Changing World of Public RelationsLauren Carl ('14)Vice President of Digital Operations & Integration at Pinkston Adapting in the Ever-Changing World of Public RelationsLauren Carl (‘14) is Vice President at Pinkston, a strategic communications firm. Her role at Pinkston focuses on operations and working with clients on the design and creation of PR materials such as digital marketing and web design. After graduating with an economics major, Lauren began her career as an economic research assistant, transitioning over time to her current VP role at Pinkston. Lauren shares her experience adapting to a constantly changing industry, being a proactive employee, an...2023-11-0815 min
The Freedom Story‘Sound of Freedom’: A Joint Statement from Anti-trafficking OrganizationsAugust 3rd, 2023 - The following is a joint statement from anti-trafficking organizations in response to the film, “Sound of Freedom.” The conversation was originally hosted by Freedom Business Alliance, and the joint statement was first published by Lauren Pinkston on Medium. Listen to learn more.
Welcome to The Freedom Story podcast where we bring you our weekly updates, in audio version. For more information, please visit www.thefreedomstory.org.
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Where Do We Go From Here?131: Child Trafficking is Terrible. 'Sound of Freedom' Misses the Point.While "Sound of Freedom" rakes in the profits in the US box office, there are still children in exploitative circumstances. Are search and rescue missions the most effective way of rehabilitating them? We bring you a Christian anti-trafficking expert who has seen the harmful impacts of well-intentioned evangelicals and knows that there's a better way forward. We talk about: how this movie harms anti trafficking work the trafficking of children happens primarily through exploitative and forced labor how our dollars fund child slavery (hint: check your pantry) evidence-based models for successful anti trafficking work organizations you c...2023-07-201h 05
CORRUPTION: What happened to Grant Solomon?Dear Tennessee: You have failed Grant and continue to fail Gracie...It's safe to say that many people in Tennessee have failed both Grant and Gracie- simply by either doing nothing, or turning a blind eye to Gracie's cries. As we dig deeper into certain Tennessee laws, it's apparent that there are some major gray areas. Calls have been made and messages have been left (we're talking to you, Commissioner) -what do you have to lose in re-opening this case?*CORRECTION: Gallatin Police Commissioner’s name is Don Bandy, not Blandy, as incorrectly pronounced on the podcast. SOURCES:https://www.tn.gov/heal...2023-05-1129 min
The Alchemist Lounge050: Demystifying the Secrets of Tantra with Lauren LeolaSex and sexuality are words that are taboo and shadowed by modern society. There are still tons of misconceptions and false beliefs lingering about these topics that threaten their true beauty. Despite the challenges faced, a selected few disrupt mindsets and perspectives intentionally, guiding others to the path of expansion and liberation — Tantra. In today's intimate episode, we shed light on the essence of tantra and how this sacred practice connects sexuality and spirituality to yourself or your relationships. Truthfully, there's no better guest to share the particulars of this work than Lauren Leola, a ren...2023-03-2234 min
Mind Your Fibromyalgia PodcastFibromyalgia and Exercise: Interview with Lauren Eirk - part 3Episode 29 - Fibromyalgia and Exercise: Interview with Lauren Eirk - part 3Please Rate , Review, & Follow this podcast to get updates.This episode continues education on self-management of fibromyalgia and other chronic pain conditions. Exercise and physical activity are an important part of your well-being.In this episode, we continue talking about physical activity and exercise as it relates to chronic pain and fibro. We talk about pushing and crashing and how to get back on your exercise wagon if you have "fallen" off your exercise plan and want to quit. Ho...2022-08-0140 minMind Your Fibromyalgia PodcastFibromyalgia and Exercise: Interview with Lauren Eirk - part 2Episode 28 - Fibromyalgia and Exercise: Interview with Lauren Eirk - part 2Please Rate , Review, & Follow this podcast to get updates.This episode continues education on self-management of fibromyalgia and other chronic pain conditions. Exercise and physical activity are an important part of your well-being.Today is part 2 of my interview with Lauren Eirk. In this episode we continue talking about physical activity and exercise as it relates to chronic pain and fibro, yoga, more on mindset and how to get you moving! My guest is Lauren Eirk. Sh...2022-07-2434 minMind Your Fibromyalgia PodcastFibromyalgia and Exercise: Interview with Lauren Eirk - part 1Episode 27 - Fibromyalgia and Exercise: Interview with Lauren Eirk - part 1Please Rate , Review, & Follow this podcast to get updates.This episode continues education on self-management of fibromyalgia and other chronic pain conditions. Exercise and physical activity are an important part of your well-being.Today we continue talking about physical activity and exercise, but it is a special episode. Today I have my 1st ever podcast guest. So today is part one of my conversation with Lauren Eirk. We are talking about exercise, its importance, how to start, how to g...2022-07-1341 min
The Wonderful Leaders PodcastS2, Ep. 11 - Guest interview with Lauren Pinkston, Assistant Professor of Business as Mission at Lipscomb UniversityIn This Episode Of The Wonderful Leaders Podcast:
Lauren Pinkston, Assistant Professor of Business as Mission at Lipscomb University, shares her contagious passion for mission and cultural honour through stories of her own experiences in business. Be inspired by her belief in the potential business holds for expanding the Kingdom and her work developing strategies for effective economical change.
About Our Guest:
Dr. Lauren Pinkston is an Assistant Professor of Business as Mission. She came to Lipscomb University via Southeast Asia, where she lived from 2014-2019 combining community development philosophies with...
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Here's Where It Gets InterestingOhio: The Bellwether State of Presidents with Dr. Lauren PinkstonIn this episode, Sharon sits down with Dr. Lauren Pinkston, Executive Director for Kindred Exchange, to share some good old-fashioned Ohio facts. Join the duo as they discuss why Ohio has long been dubbed “The Bellwether State” and why that title may be in jeopardy. What exactly is a “bellwether” and why do political pundits claim it has been unrung? Ohio has a fascinating geographical settlement history that has shaped the way the state’s demographics have participated in national politics. Sharon tells Lauren how this is evolving, and why Ohio voted for Trump in 2020 but the nation voted for Biden. Of...2022-01-0336 min
Lauren Lake's Paternity CourtSecrets Need to Stay SecretMr. Feagin is here to prove that Ms. Pinkston is his biological daughter. He claims that he has kept the secret for 40 years but says that the results of the DNA test will prove his case. Ms. Pinkston says that Mr. Feagin is not her biological father and the man who raised her is.
Real people. Real stories. Real Problems. This is Lauren Lake's Paternity Court.2021-06-0118 min
Maury Hills ChurchJustice in Practice: Human TraffickingLauren Pinkston, Guest Speaker
Love & Justice, Week Six2021-03-2338 min
The Balanced Voice with Rania MankariousEp. 11 | Dr. Lauren Pinkston - Tensions of Learning and Unlearning64% of people in a OnePoll study reported that certain conversations were simply off limits with their family, but many psychologist discourage shying away from difficult topics with loved ones. In this conversation, we sit down with Dr. Lauren Pinkston, voice behind @upwardlydependent Instagram page, Assistant Professor of Business as Mission at Lipscomb University and Executive Director of Kindred Exchange—a nonprofit with a purpose to provide an alternative to traditional short-term missions that promotes sustainability, empathy, and authentic cross-cultural engagement. Dr. Pinkston has successfully cultivated a growing online space for respectful dialogue about many of our wo...2020-11-2534 min
Get to the Good StuffEp. 6 - Learning from Adoptive Moms Whitney and LaurenInterview with Adoptive Moms Whitney Cheshier and Lauren Pinkston.2020-05-2256 min
The Adopting and Fostering HomePeace and Provision in the Adoption Valley: Lauren PinkstonWhen it comes to finding the necessary motivation to forge ahead courageously in the world of adoption and fostering, sometimes all the facts and figures in the world can do nothing to trump a good story. In this two-part episode, hosts Lynette Ezell and Tera Melber have a good story with Lauren Pinkston who, along with husband Gavin, are the parents of two adopted daughters and one biological son. Lauren shares her journey from the whirlwind beginnings to the steps of it that led to entrepreneurship, while providing down-to-earth encouragement applicable to adoptive parents anywhere.
Additional Resources:2020-02-2700 minThe Adopting and Fostering HomeThe Awkwardness of Adoption: Lauren PinkstonWhen it comes to finding the necessary motivation to forge ahead courageously in the world of adoption and fostering, sometimes all the facts and figures in the world can do nothing to trump a good story. In this two-part episode, hosts Lynette Ezell and Tera Melber have a great story with Lauren Pinkston who, along with husband Gavin, are the parents of one adopted daughter and two biological children. Lauren shares her journey from the whirlwind beginnings to the steps that led to entrepreneurship, while providing down-to-earth encouragement applicable to adoptive parents anywhere.
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It's Tea Time SomewhereGoing "Home" with Lauren Pinkston | TRP 26On the difficult days of expat life, we might be guilty of daydreaming about "going home." But then, we snap ourselves out of it and declare, "what doesn't kill me only makes me stronger!" We pick ourselves up by the bootstraps and march forward, determined to stay the course and not let anything threaten to send us packing. Over time, pride takes over and suddenly we think "going home" is equal to "quitting." But what if it's EXACTLY what the Lord is calling us to do? What if going home is the next RIGHT step to take? Join us...2019-08-2937 min
Upside Down PodcastEpisode 47 - Consumerism and God's Kingdom (Featuring Special Guests Shannan Martin and Ashley Hales!)Consumption! Capitalism! Consumerism! Christmas! We’re hitting pause and engaging the heart of consumption, capitalism, consumerism and most importantly, the heart of Christmas. What does it mean to celebrate the birth of Jesus, a poor kid from Nazareth who learned his father’s trade and had nowhere to lay his head? Ashley Hales and Shannan Martin join us as we ask: How do we opt out of the glitz and glitter around us to make space in our homes for the baby Messiah born in a manger?Shannan Martin, author of “The Ministry of Ordinary Places,” is a speake...2018-11-271h 11
Hogwarts RadioHogwarts Radio #208: Downward Fluffy and Veela Flow Episode 208 is here! Join Terrance, Bailey, Gretchen, and Kelsey as they discuss the Fantastic Beasts news and the life and death of James Potter. The hosts catch up after a week off. Gretchen did Harry Potter Yoga at Gen Con, which sounds amazing. We have pictures of the baby Nifflers! The panel is split on their cuteness. What do you think? Luke stops by with his review of Lauren Fairweather’s (@LaurenFairWX) “The Prince’s Tale” album. Send your Wizard Rock Recommendations to @Lukaferocious and @HogwartsRadio on Twitter with #WROCKList for suggestions on whIch Wizard Rock Album or artist Luke should l...2018-08-121h 01
Hey Girl-Inspiring Stories of Authentic Faith, Faith Based Stories, Real Talk, Encouragement for All...I Love Jesus, Lipstick, and Fashion with Lauren Pinkston S2, Ep20This episode is brought to you by Prep Dish.
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In this episode, Bethany interviews her new friend Lauren Pinkston! They got connected through Hey Girl Alum, Lori Brown Harris! Lauren is a wife, a mom of three, business owner and a missionary on the other side of the globe. From a very young age, Lauren felt drawn to be a missionary and she takes us into that journey that brought her and her family overseas. Bethany and Lauren covers a great range of topics--fast fashion, the...2018-05-1400 min
Upside Down PodcastEpisode 32 - Ethical Fashion: Unscripted Conversations on Life & FaithWhat is ethical fashion? Everything we wear comes at a cost - often at the expense of artisans abroad who are exploited for cheap labor. Guest co-host Lauren Pinkston of Wearthy joins us at the virtual table, providing first-hand insight and practical tips on how to make intentional, Kingdom-centered choices in the items we purchase. How do we stop sacrificing the dignity of people who made our clothes around the world in poor factory conditions and for poor pay? Lauren leads the way for co-hosts Lindsy Wallace and Kayla Craig to ask hard questions about the effect on human rights...2018-01-0951 minIt's Tea Time SomewhereDoing the Never-Ever Things While Living Abroad with Lauren Pinkston | TRP 01Join us as we chat with Lauren Pinkston about adoption, moving between different countries (4 to be exact), and doing the things we said would never, EVER do. You'll also hear a little bit about the fair trade business started and how she handles herself when invited to "ELITE" events with local friends. You won't want to miss that story. For full show notes go to www.takingroute.net/podcast Like what you heard? Go to www.takingroute.net for more expat conversations and resources. Don't forget to join our Instagram community @takingrouteblog. Please hi...2017-04-2845 min
Struggle Well School#29: Wishing For a Different Personality and 2 Vital Questions with Lauren PinkstonLauren is a girl who is walking the delicate balance of absolute truth and overwhelming grace. She is also a girl with a life so wildly interesting people wonder if it's true! Lauren and her family currently live in South East Asia and she works tirelessly to create jobs for women seeking safe work. Her perspective on motherhood is unique and I can't wait for you to hear it!
What we chat about:
the importance of loving people even when they continue to mess up
how to stop hating who you are
two amazing questions to...2016-03-2145 min
Clipped Reviews and After Show - AfterBuzz TVClipped S:1 | Lauren Lapkus, Ashley Tisdale, Mike Castle, Ryan Pinkston, & Diona Reasonover Guest on Reunion E:10 | AfterBuzz TV AfterShowAFTERBUZZ TV — Clipped edition, is a weekly "after show" for fans of TBS's Clipped. In this episode hosts Mark J. Freeman, Cameron Louis and Jordana Morfin discuss episode 10 of Season 1 with special guests Lauren Lapkus, Ashley Tisdale, Mike Castle, Ryan Pinkston, & Diona Reasonover. Clipped is an American sitcom that premiered on TBS on June 16, 2015. The series stars Mike Castle and Ashley Tisdale. A group of people who all went to high school together but ran in very different crowds now find themselves working together at a barbershop in Charlestown, Massachusetts.
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Wifey WednesdaysWifey Wednesdays 013: “Redefining Biblical Womanhood” (for women) Episode #013 For Wednesday, September 24, 2014 HOST: Emily Hatfield GUEST: Lauren Pinkston Show Notes: Lauren Pinkston, who currently lives in Southeast Asia, joins Emily on this episode to discuss thinking outside of the box when it comes to women’s service roles within the church. So often women limit themselves to inside […]
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