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16/12/2024Shawn Ryan Show

#150 Rick Ross - Inside the Dark World of Cults

In this episode, Shawn Ryan interviews cult expert Rick Alan Ross, who shares his experiences and insights on various cults, particularly Jehovah's Witnesses and Scientology. Ross discusses the manipulative tactics that cults employ to control members, including coercive persuasion and isolation, while emphasizing the psychological and emotional toll on individuals who leave. He explores extreme cases of abuse within cults, such as NXIVM and the tragic Jonestown massacre, underscoring the necessity of critical thinking and public awareness to combat these groups. Through his advocacy and deprogramming methods, Ross is dedicated to helping those affected reclaim their lives from authoritarian influences.

Understanding and recognizing the tactics used by cults is crucial for protecting oneself and one’s loved ones from falling victim to such groups.
Critical thinking remains a crucial defense against the manipulative tactics employed by cults, which can lead to severe consequences for adherents who question doctrinal beliefs.

# David KoreshLeader of the Branch Davidians, notorious for leading followers to tragic outcomes.

# Cults # Rick Alan Ross # Deprogramming # Jehovah's Witnesses # Scientology # Thought Reform # Emotional Abuse # Manipulation Techniques # Child Custody # Public Awareness # Coercive Control # Psychological Impact # Jonestown # Keith Raniere # Waco Siege

16/12/2024Distractible

What's Wrong With Video Games?

In this episode, the hosts of Distractible examine the complexities surrounding video games, delving into their own humorous experiences with personal preferences before addressing deeper issues. They critique modern gaming's shift towards prioritizing cinematic storytelling at the expense of gameplay mechanics, expressing concern about the diminishing quality and creativity in the industry. With discussions on commercialization, gamer responsibility, and changing demographics, they ultimately reflect on the cultural significance of video games and how trends influence player engagement and experience.

Gamers today experience difficulties focusing on one game for extended periods, contrasting past habits where games offered more prolonged engagement. This change is attributed to various industry-wide shifts.
The expectation for video games to incorporate high-level cinematic elements may diminish the core interactive experience that defines good gameplay.

# Cinematic GameplayThe trend emphasizing narrative and visual storytelling, which may detract from the core gameplay experience.

# Video Games # Creative Direction # Game Mechanics # Monetization Strategies # Gamer Responsibility # Cinematic Gameplay # Culture of Gaming # Product Development # Trends in Gaming # Viewer Interactions # Innovations in Sweeteners # Gaming Demographics

11/04/2023Off The Script w/JDfromNY

WWE Raw 4/10/23 Review | Cody Rhodes Delivers The Worst Explanation On Why Brock Lesnar Attacked Him After Wrestlemania, Trish Stratus TERRIBLE Heel Turn On Becky Lynch, and The One Thing WWE Needs To Do For The 2023 WWE Draft

WWE Raw 4/10/23 full show review with JDfromNY on Off The Script. JDfromNY reviews WWE Raw for Monday April 10th, 2023. Cody Rhodes finally addresses Brock Lesnar, and gives one of the worst, most non-sensical reasons as to why Brock Lesnar targeted Cody Rhodes last week on the WWE Raw After Wrestlemania. Also, Trish Stratus turns heel on Becky Lynch in one the weakest heels turns ever after they lose the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship to Raquel Rodriguez, and Liv Morgan. Solo Sikoa battles Kevin Owens, Rey Mysterio takes on Finn Balor, and The Alpha Academy team up to take on The Uso's on a Monday Night Raw filled with chaos due to travel issues, and supposedly without Vince McMahon. 🥃 Become a Channel Member & Join the Off The Script VIP Club: https://www.youtube.com/c/JDfromNY206/join Socials 🐤 Twitter: https://twitter.com/jdfromny206 🍺 Gaming Channel: http://www.youtube.com/MoreJDfromNY 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdfromny206 ⏰ TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@jdfromny 💬 Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jdfromny206 📹 Cameo: http://www.cameo.com/jdfromny ★ Sponsors ♦ Ridge Wallet: (Code "SCRIPT" 10% OFF) http://www.ridge.com/script ♦ Advanced GG: (Use Code "SCRIPT") https://advanced.gg ♦ Blue Chew (Use Code "JD"): https://go.bluechew.com ♦ Magic Spoon ($5 Off Code "SCRIPT") https://magicspoon.thld.co/script_0423 ♦ Audible (Use Affiliate Link): http://www.audibletrial.com/script ♦ Manscaped (Code "SCRIPT20"): http://www.manscaped.com ★ Off The Script Merchandise ♦ Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/off-the-script/ 🎸 Background Music: Welcome to the official YouTube channel of JDfromNY and Off The Script! JDfromNY covers the sport of professional wrestling - including WWE TV shows (both WWE Raw & WWE SmackDown LIVE), with LIVE Post Shows EVERY WEEK, PPVs (such as Royal Rumble, WrestleMania & SummerSlam), AEW All Elite Wrestling, AEW Dynamite and all the latest breaking news in professional wrestling. Subscribe and enable ALL notifications for the latest wrestling WWE reviews and wrestling news. #WWERaw #VinceMcMaon #WWE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/off-the-script-w-jdfromny/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

# Rey Mysterio vs. Finn BalorA match between two well-known wrestlers that took place during the WWE Raw episode.

# Becky Lynch # WWE Draft # Cody Rhodes # WWE Women's Tag Team Championship # Brock Lesnar # Trish Stratus # April 10, 2023 # Solo Sikoa vs. Kevin Owens # Rey Mysterio vs. Finn Balor # Alpha Academy vs. The Usos

18/09/2022Krypton Report: The All Things Kryptonian Podcast

#BatmanDay theatrical film tier list.

Send us a text#379 Tyler(@JTyPatrick is joined by Solomon, Selah and Junia; to create our #BatmanDay theatrical film tier list. https://tiermaker.com/create/batman-theatrical-films-15339725 #DCComics #Batman #Krypton #Batgirl #SUPERPETS #BlackAdam #Superman #Batwheels For all things Krypton Report: https://linktr.ee/Kryptonreport Our new TEE Public Store: http://tee.pub/lic/gJJ3wcW9NCE

# TheatricalFilmTierListA ranking system used to classify films based on various criteria, in this case, the theatrical releases featuring Batman.

# KryptonReport # JonathanTylerPatrick # DCComics # BatmanDay # TheatricalFilmTierList

15/12/2021Windowsill Chats

Positivity, kindness, and the power of words. Bringing messages to life through lettering with Lynn Giunta

This week Margo sits down with lettering artist Lynn Giunta. Lynn has been with Hallmark Cards for 37 years and discovered her fascination for cutting letters by hand during her tenured journey. She has always been drawn to positive phrases and never tires of seeing kind messages come to life. Lynn is also a graphic designer and children’s book illustrator and she and Margo discuss finding inspiration, stepping out of comfort zones when called to, and finding joy in opportunities you maybe didn’t see for yourself. Margo and Lynn also share in: Lynn’s family history of creating things by hand The art teacher that changed things for her and the lightbulb moment that began her career path Calligraphy and the art of making words How she lost her creative practice because she wasn’t doing creative work outside of work (and then found it again) The importance of getting good at listening and understanding the voice inside your head How she got the opportunity to illustrate a children's book Building confidence through repetition And more Lynn is a maker of things, creating happy art and positive words with scissors and cut paper. She is always looking for the magic in the scraps and unexpected pieces left behind and she hopes her art inspires and encourages you. Mentioned in this episode: Morgan Harper Nichols Poppy Dodge Terry Runyan Connect with Lynn: Follow Lynn on Instagram Follow Lynn on Etsy

# Children’s Book IllustrationThe art of creating visual imagery for children's literature, enhancing storytelling through illustrations.

# Self-Discovery # Confidence Building # Creative Journey # Lettering Art # Positive Messaging # Children’s Book Illustration

01/09/2021Food Fight!

Cuban Food: “I Want To Hurt From The Garlic”

Cuban food rules. And even though Kirk and Lindsey don’t eat Cuban food often, that doesn’t stop them from having hot takes about it. The two debate plantains vs. yucca, would they eat a Cubano sandwich from a non-Cuban place, the best way to eat black beans and rice, is rum overrated, the greatness of guava & cheese strudels and how shameful it is that Lindsey doesn’t like them, and why Kirk hates…HATES…flan. Then for “How’s It Taste?“, Lindsey buys $80 worth of Cuban food while Kirk has to be talked off the ledge when he discovers there are onions on his sandwich de chorizo preparada. Email us at [email protected] Follow instagram.com/yummy Follow Lindsey: instagram.com/lindseygentile Hosts: Kirk Pynchon & Lindsey Gentile Producer: Kirk Pynchon Producer/Engineer: Andrew Price Theme song by: Kirk “Dad Beats” Pynchon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

# Cubano SandwichAn analysis of the iconic Cuban sandwich and the implications of credibility in its preparation.

# Cuban Cuisine # Plantains vs. Yucca # Cubano Sandwich # Black Beans and Rice # Rum # Guava and Cheese Strudels # Kirk's Aversion to Flan # Food Taste Test