Finding Genius Podcast Richard Jacobs

Dive into the captivating world of archaeology with Jodi Magness, Kenan Distinguished Professor for Teaching Excellence in Early Judaism. From her childhood fascination with the ancient world and fossils to her current groundbreaking excavations, Magness's journey unfolds with discoveries and a wealth of knowledge. 
Tune in to unearth:
Insights from her latest excavation in an ancient Jewish village Understanding archaeology as a blend of science and interpretation The most common find on archaeological excavations in Israel from the Neolithic period onward How cultural memory shapes Judaism and Christianity and the relations between followers of the two religions An exploration of Rabbinic literature: its origins, creators, and relevance today Press play and embark on a journey through time and discovery with Jodi Magness as your guide, and learn more about her work by visiting Jodi Magness, Archaeologist.
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Dr. Deborah Vinall joins the podcast today to discuss schizophrenia, trauma, mental health, and her two most recent books, Gaslighting and Trauma Recovery Workbook for Teens. Dr. Vinall is a trauma expert and author who holds a Doctor of Psychology and works as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She currently runs a private practice in Los Angeles where she specializes in helping individuals heal from traumatic life experiences and painful relationship dynamics.
In this conversation, we cover:
When and how gaslighting occurs. The importance of recognizing mental health issues in gaslighters. Different types of cognitive distortions and how to treat them. How trauma typically manifests in people’s lives.  How does Dr. Vinall help people heal, cultivate self-compassion, and build meaningful connections in holistic and sustainable ways? Join us now to explore her transformative approach – and gain valuable insights into reclaiming empowerment and fostering resilience.
Learn more about Dr. Vinall and her work by visiting her website!
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In this episode, we connect with Annie Chen, an author, therapist, consultant, and coach who uses neuroscience research to help clients navigate the complexities of relationships and emotional safety. Annie has been studying the mind, nervous systems, and relationships for over 17 years – empowering her to help others in unique and productive ways… 
Annie recently wrote I Want to Connect: Rewire Your Nervous System for Stress Resilience and Secure Attachment, a book that demystifies what it takes to have better relationships. By transcending surface-level advice and digging into the fundamentals of stress resilience, Annie provides readers with the resources to practice self-awareness, reflection, and skills to improve daily life.
Join us now to find out:
What inspired Annie to write her latest book. Why relationships are so critical to our well-being. How mental health issues have changed since the pandemic. Factors that determine our mental and physical health. How has Annie’s work with meditation, therapeutic work, and community transformed her own life and others around her? Click play to see for yourself!
You can follow along with Annie by visiting her website.
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In this episode, we sit down with Marc Brettler and Amy-Jill “AJ” Levine to discuss the Jewish faith, Rabbinic Literature, the New Testament, Christianity, Anti-Semitism, and more. How do Judaism and Christianity intersect? These two experts are certainly the people to enlighten us on this intriguing subject…
Marc is a biblical scholar and the Bernice and Morton Lerner Professor in Judaic Studies at Duke University. His research interests include a vast array of topics, including biblical metaphors, the Bible and gender, biblical historical texts, the book of Psalms, and the post-biblical reception of the Hebrew Bible. He is a co-founder of the website thetorah.com and the author of several books, including The Bible With and Without Jesus, which he co-authored with AJ.
AJ is Rabbi Stanley M. Kessler Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies at Hartford International University for Religion and Peace. She works in biblical studies – and is a well-known critic of antisemitic, sexist, and homophobic theologies. AJ is a self-described "Yankee Jewish feminist who teaches in a predominantly Protestant divinity school in the buckle of the Bible Belt."
Dive in now to explore:
What Rabbinic Literature is, and how it fits into Old and New Testament studies.  The captivating history of the Hebrew language. The difference between Rabbinic Hebrew and Biblical Hebrew.  How Christians and Jews understand their respective historical texts.  You can learn more about Marc here, and AJ here!
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As businesses emerge from tax season, many ask: How can I maximize profits and minimize taxes for next year? John Scott, an Anders CPAs + Advisors partner, sits down to enlighten us.
John has been working with Anders since 1992, leading the firm’s legal industry efforts for the Virtual CFO team. He effectively uses key performance metrics to offer dedicated resources, financial insight, and critical thinking to help law firms address complex issues.
John is on a mission to help his clients understand what’s going to happen based on current data. How does he achieve this? By accessing financial records and reconciling cash flows on a weekly basis…
In this episode, we cover:
How to make data-driven decisions. How to stay in sync with your cash flow curve. Ways to determine your “working capital”, and how to build cash reserves. Key factors that every business owner should know. To learn more about John and his work with Anders CPAs + Advisors, click here now!
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In this episode, Avi Kumar, the Founder and CEO of KUWARE Inc., joins us to discuss business marketing, growth, and advertising. KUWARE is a marketing and advertising agency that focuses on growing businesses through organic and paid media. How do they do it, and what makes their methods unique? Avi sits down to explain…
KUWARE has been helping businesses since 2008, turning marketing into a science. From strategy to implementation, Avi and his team specialize in providing digital marketing solutions with targeted budgeting options.
Dive into the conversation now to learn about:
How Avi got into marketing and advertising.  The two distinct groups that KUWARE works with.  How marketing differs between big and small businesses.   The best thing a business can do to achieve growth and exposure. Avi says, “Some have described marketing as a practice of the arts and the sciences. At KUWARE, we only practice science!” 
Are you ready to find out what this really means? Click play now to see for yourself!
You can find more on KUWARE here. 
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