TM21-43 Matt Rosenberg asks “What’s Next Chicago”?

October 25, 2021May 2, 2023Self Discovery Wisdom Podcast

Our nation’s big cities are broken.
FBI: Record surge in 2020 murders; nearly 30% increase drives spike in violent crime
Urban progressive government badly undermines those it claims to lift…

What Next, Chicago?: Notes of a Pissed-Off Native Son

By Matt Rosenberg

In the fall of 2020, amidst riots, looting, and an alarming uptick in senseless killings, journalist Matt Rosenberg returns to his native Chicago to see if the city can dig itself out of the hot mess it’s become after decades of liberal governance.
Our nation’s big cities are broken. Urban progressive government badly undermines those it claims to lift. Matt Rosenberg lived in Chicago for thirty years and came back to live there again amidst the turmoil of 2020. What Next, Chicago? Notes of a Pissed-Off Native Son exposes the roots of Chicago’s violent crime, failing courts and schools, rotten finances, and ongoing Black exodus, and proposes a rescue plan for this emblematic American city.

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“What has happened to Chicago? That’s Matt Rosenberg’s question, and mine as well. His loving tribute to our hometown is a moving, sensitive, humane and trenchant critical assessment. Read it and weep.” – Glenn C. Loury, Merton P. Stoltz Professor of the Social Sciences, Brown University, author of “One By One from the Inside Out: Essays and Reviews on Race and Responsibility in America,” and host of The Glenn Show at substack.com. “Matt Rosenberg writes about the Chicago Way in the Chicago Style of a Mike Royko…It’s a coherent, honest and balanced tour of the city’s perpetual corruption, unsafe streets, gawd-awful schools, ghost neighborhoods, financial legerdemain and the false Unified Theory of Systemic Racism that cloaks it all. Yet, What Next? is no helpless, hopeless wail, but a powerful and useful roadmap for a rebirth of a once-great city, based on the voices of Black families and others who don’t need academia to know what to do. Must reading for Chicago lovers.” – Dennis Byrne, former Chicago Sun-Times editorial board member, author of “Madness: The War of 1812.” “Not since author Alex Kotlowitz ventured into Chicago’s Henry Horner housing projects has an author offered such a thoughtful and thorough first-hand analysis of the state of urban disrepair. Leaders from cities across America would be well served by reading Matt Rosenberg’s account of what’s happening in Chicago and how not to make some of the same mistakes.” – Cyrus Krohn, former Publisher, Slate.com, author of “Bombarded: How to Fight Back Against the Online Assault on Democracy.”

“Matt Rosenberg came of age in Chicago…and “What’s Next, Chicago?” is about his return…to see for himself what’s gone so terribly wrong in the town once regarded as America’s model metropolis. The answer…is…cronyism on a gargantuan scale. Endless race hustling of the ugliest kind. An education system that has given up on the underclass. Corruption (that’s) deep and intractable…But Rosenberg’s scrupulous investigation is full of unexpected turns, and along the way he encounters those of every station who offer at least some reason for hope. Indeed, notwithstanding his clear-eyed record of the city’s decline…his love of the city and its people shine through this brave and important book.” – Harry Stein, author, “Why We Won’t Talk Honestly About Race.” “Matt Rosenberg digs deep into the reasons why a city with such a strong economy can nonetheless lose its moorings. His take on Chicago’s politicians, schools and crime rates is caustic and impossible to ignore…Rosenberg’s chapters grab hold of you, again and again, as he ranges across the most ravaged neighborhoods of the South Side, appreciating the never-quit determination of barbers, donut stand operators and gang members turned Uber drivers.” – George Anders, Senior Editor-at-Large, LinkedIn, and author of “The Rare Find: How Great Talent Stands Out.” (Review)

Rosenberg drove a Yellow Cab in Chicago; worked on the Better Government Association/Chicago Sun-Times Pulitzer-finalist Mirage Tavern probe; helped elect reform alderman Marion Volini of Edgewater to the Chicago City Council; cut his teeth as a suburban reporter for Lerner Newspapers covering regional airport issues; and was a point man for suburban mayors battling Daley II on airport planning. He did airport-related work in Seattle; was a Seattle Times op-ed columnist and a national writer; and a blogging pioneer regionally and nationally. He worked at a Gates-funded surface transportation think tank which helped bring to life a new deep-bored tunnel and road-charging policies. He founded and guided news advocacy start-ups supporting the Washington State business community; and was senior editor of a Mozilla-backed online daily global news magazine promoting open systems and open government. An inveterate hiker in the PNW and Mountain West, he has worked in public policy, advocacy, journalism, and communications for more than three decades.

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IG21-42 Colonel David J. Giammona. The Military Guide to Armageddon FOR YOUR SOUL.

October 18, 2021October 25, 2021Self Discovery Wisdom Podcast

Ignite your heart and soul with Sara Troy and her guest David J. Giammona, on air from October 19th

“Using both military and spiritual warfare tactics, this U.S. Army colonel and chaplain fully equips readers to walk in the supernatural power and protection of the Holy Spirit as world events and biblical prophecies intersect”–
We’re about to face the most difficult days in the history of mankind and if we’re not prepared we could be swept away with all the propaganda and all the politics of the world. Unless we’re prepared, unless we’re awakened from our sleep, unless we’re ready to encounter God, then we’re not going to be able to fully engage in the ministry and warfare that God has for us.
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The church in America, in its current state, is not ready or prepared for the End Times. We have been paralyzed with fear of what man may do to us.
If we are not prepared, we’re going to falter, or even worse, reject our faith and succumb to the world system and the worship of the Antichrist. Whether you’re ready or not, we’re at war right now. The forces of light and darkness are lined up in battle array. You’re either on one side or the other; there is no neutral ground.

The Military Guide to Armageddon Battle-Tested Strategies to Prepare Your Life and Soul for the End Times
By Colonel David J. Giammona & Troy Anderson

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ABOUT DAVID’S AFGHAN SERVICEServed in Afghanistan 2005-2006 Rank at the time was Major Unit 160^th Theater Signal Awarded Bronze Star for supporting combat operations Responsible for all religious support throughout Afghanistan wherever 160^th Soldiers were deployed throughout the Area of Operations (literally all over the country) I traveled more extensively in Afghanistan than the majority officers and Soldiers, hence I observed many actions that were not seen by most. I was the forward eyes and ears for the Command. I was involved in operations to bring needed items (clothes, food, etc.) to the Pashtun tribal leaders in Southeast Afghanistan Involved in many operational leadership strategic sessions held by key leaders Conducted training events in Bagram Air Base for suicide prevention, leadership development, physical fitness, Noncombatant Evacuation Operations (NEO). Conducted numerous religious services, counseling, wounded care, etc,

U.S. Army chaplain Colonel David J. Giammona retired in 2018 after 32 years of military service. He is an end-times expert, scholar, author, writer, and speaker who oversees the Warrior Refuge, a 46-acre ministry resort near Columbus, Georgia

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5 Myths about Drug Detoxing That You Must Ignore

October 8, 2021Self Discovery Wisdom Podcast

When you are struggling with an addiction, it can be quite difficult to decide to seek treatment. Even when you do decide to do so, there are always numerous myths and horror stories out there to discourage you from opting for a detox program.

However, these misconceptions only further encourage the denial that many addicts feel like a side effect of the addiction. That is why we have compiled this list of five myths about detoxing that you need to ignore and enroll in a detox center in Austin right away.

Myth 1: You can detox alone.

One of the biggest myths surrounding detox is that you can do it alone. There is no doubt that much of the detox program and how successful it is depend on your own will and determination. However, this does not mean that you can go through detox all by yourself, relying on your will alone.

Most detox programs have highly qualified professionals with years of experience working with you to make the program successful. They have much more knowledge which allows them to encourage and boost morale on your good days and help you through the bad days as well.

Myth 2: Detox is expensive.

A lot of people avoid going for detox or even simply inquiring about it just because of the fear of how expensive it will be. They assume that detox programs are just for wealthy individuals and celebrities, as seen on television.

However, the truth is that drug addiction is a condition that afflicts many parts of society. As a result, the programs are designed to cater to various people, including those who might come from a weak financial background. Many detox centers offer financial aid to those who need it, and sometimes, even insurance policies can help cover some of the costs.

Myth 3: Detox means separating yourself from normal life.

Another common misconception associated with detox programs is that you will have to completely separate yourself from your normal life. You will have to give up your favorite hobbies and past times. You will have to cut off your friends and family. You might even have to leave your job.

However, this is not the case at all. In reality, detox can be different for everyone, depending on the kind of addiction they face, how long they have had it, and other factors. Certain treatment centers offer outpatient services, which means you will not even have to leave your home.

For others, they might have to come in several times a week. Even if they are staying at the center permanently, they are allowed to meet their friends and family and continue with their favorite pastimes.

Myth 4: You are ‘cured’ after detox.

Once you have completed detoxing, or even if you are still in the process, one dangerous assumption to have is that you will be ‘cured’ after detox. You will never have to worry about addiction ever again. This is not true at all.

In reality, addiction is more like a chronic condition, and people often face relapses even after they have successfully completed a detox program. Additionally, there are often other factors at play that actually perpetuate the addiction.

For instance, someone may have a history of trauma. They may be suffering from other mental illnesses, going through a toxic relationship, or be surrounded by people who are addicts themselves. All these factors can cause a relapse which then forces you to continue with your detoxing again.

Myth 5: Detox is like quitting cold turkey.

A lot of people are also scared of detox programs, assuming that they will be like quitting cold turkey. This is, again, not true at all. Detox programs have medical practitioners who are specifically trained to help you detox in the most comfortable, painless, and effective way possible.

Depending on the exact nature of your case, they might prescribe you certain medications to wean you off the drugs and help you deal with all the withdrawal symptoms. They also support you emotionally through regular counseling sessions.

Wrapping Up

Detoxing can still invoke a lot of fear and denial in people who are struggling with an addiction. However, now that you know to ignore these myths, you can help yourself or anyone you know with an addiction to get started with their treatment right away.

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My Birthday View of Life

October 6, 2021October 6, 2021Self Discovery Wisdom Podcast

As I reflect on my last 66 years of my life on my birthday, (OCT 6th I turn 67) I see that I have had a roller costa life, there have been many ups, and downs, many adventures. I have seen wondrous things around the world, I have lived many lives , and in this one lifetime too, and I have discovered who I really am and what I am here to do.. I did not always live for me but bent myself into a pretzel trying to please everyone else. NO MORE, for you cannot please all people , there will always be those who are dissatisfied with you, so do it for you.

Now on my 67th-year I look back on the last few years of my life and work, and I stand proud of what I have achieved and with whom I am today. I am not financially rich, (still working on that) but I have become truly abundant in purpose and enriched by what I do, and in the strength and courage, I see within me now. I stepped into my now and allowed my purpose to unfold, and now in that enrichment, I feel soul, heart, and spirit full, I thank my family, friends, and those who have been there for me all in so many ways, for without you I would not have become who I am today.

I wish to thanks all those who have loved and supported me and sent me so many birthday wishes.

A CONTENT ENRICHED MEANINGFUL PERSON. May you all find your path, may it be clear for you, and may the wind be in your sails leading you to your possibilities.

Sara Troy

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Nicole Gebhardt

October 4, 2021March 7, 2026Self Discovery Wisdom Podcast

Mom | Mil Spouse | Believer | Leader A WARRIOR & healer uplifting and empowering ALL WOMEN!!

Nicole Gebhardt is, in fact, a lighthouse; A bright beacon of light-a voice for all women especially military spouses who are broken, grieving alone in the dark. She is a strong leader, guide and healer. Nicole’s passionate message is, “you are never alone, you are enough just as you are…be unapologetically you! You can get through the grief and pain to move forward into the peace within.”

Nicole is the proud mother of six children, a military wife who has had to manage her young family on her own, when her husband was deployed several different times in seven years. She is a pillar of strength in her community of military families, as well as for her own family, friends, acquaintances and beyond.

Nicole truly has the heart of a warrior, to champion those hurting in pain, grieving in need of hope, inspiration and reassurance on life’s sometimes difficult path. She, herself, has sustained molestation, abuse, rape and loss of a child. She leads to show, you are no longer a victim but a true survivor.

Come hear her shows with Sara Troy on life, death, alcoholism being a military wife and thriving life.

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