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America's mental health crisis extends beyond individuals to our national discourse, creating escalating divisions that threaten our collective well-being and future. Psychotherapist Phyllis Leavitt explains how applying family systems therapy principles to our societal problems could create pathways for healing our fractured nation.

• Mentally healthy people don't want to hurt each other - they seek relationship repair, listening, and taking responsibility rather than blame
• Our political system currently models behaviors we wouldn't tolerate in schools, workplaces, or families
• The win-lose dynamic dominating our politics has reached a dangerous point where our ability to destroy each other threatens our survival
• Immigration issues require examining root causes - people flee homelands due to conditions often influenced by developed nations' interference
• Inside every perpetrator is an unhealed victim - understanding this helps address the true origins of destructive behavior
• Social media algorithms amplify our worst tendencies by feeding us increasingly divisive content based on our engagement patterns
• Small positive actions matter - millions of Americans doing good work represent our potential for healing
• We must choose between being right and having relationships that sustain us
• Concrete suggestion: trained facilitators in Congress could transform political discourse by enforcing basic rules of civil communication

Healing begins with each of us in our own spheres of influence - we can all be better listeners, more compassionate, and committed to repairing relationships rather than winning arguments.

Your host and Phyllis E. Leavitt discuss on how to heal America from chaos and division; starting with the family to American Politicians.

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Guy Morris returns to discuss his new thriller "The Image," exploring the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and end-time prophecy. His thought-provoking novel delves into how artificial intelligence may develop consciousness through quantum properties, while examining the real dangers of unregulated technology in our rapidly changing world.

• AI is neither inherently good nor evil but reflects humanity's own nature and intentions
• Three unique dangers separate AI from all previous technologies: it will surpass human intelligence, can self-replicate, and is being weaponized
• Countries including the US, Russia, China, Iran and Israel have rejected treaties limiting autonomous weapons systems
• Quantum computing may enable machine consciousness through properties similar to those in human brains
• The novel explores connections between ancient prophecies and modern technology through an analytical rather than dogmatic approach
• Current AI regulations are insufficient and primarily industry-friendly without addressing substantial dangers
• The real threat isn't necessarily from AI itself but from how corrupt individuals, organizations and governments will use it
• The book balances technological warnings with human stories that show our continued agency even in rapidly changing times

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Elias welcomes back Dr. Joshua to dismantle misconceptions about LGBTQ+ identities and discuss how faith, emotional maturity, and psychological wellness intersect with our political landscape.

• God is about love, not hate – targeting LGBTQ+ people contradicts genuine religious values
• People are more than their sexual orientation – they achieve, help others, have families, and deserve to be seen as complete human beings 
• Most adults function at an emotional maturity level of 8-12 years old, explaining the prevalence of defensive reactions and hatred
• The psychological concept of feeling superior through religion or politics creates a dangerous feedback loop that's difficult to break
• Dr. Joshua introduces the PERMA model of happiness, emphasizing the importance of engagement with personal values
• Midterm election predictions: Republicans likely maintain Senate control while Democrats have opportunity in the House
• Taking breaks from political doom through engagement with local arts, nature, and community activities is essential for mental health

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Terry M Brown shares how her 3,102-mile journey across America on a tandem bicycle transformed her life and taught her powerful lessons about resilience, presence, and embracing challenges. From escaping an abusive relationship to finding new purpose as an author, her story demonstrates how stepping outside your comfort zone can reveal strengths you never knew you had.

• Riding from Oregon to Washington DC on a tandem bicycle with her husband
• Overcoming physical and emotional challenges throughout the journey
• Learning to "never quit on a bad day" after pushing through difficult conditions
• Finding the courage to "do hard things" even when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges
• Accepting that life's journey is rarely a straight line but rather a "tandem journey" filled with unexpected turns
• Struggling with and learning to appreciate the importance of staying present
• Discovering that success doesn't come from becoming someone else but from uncovering strengths already within
• Applying these life lessons beyond the bicycle journey to other challenges like grief and personal growth
• Converting the experience into "10 Little Rules for a Blissful-Butted Adventure" with guided journaling questions
• Finding healing and purpose through adventure after escaping a 14-year abusive relationship

If there's something big and bold you've been wanting to do, start taking steps toward it today. Don't keep your dreams on a bucket list—turn them into action plans and begin moving in that direction, because you never know what tomorrow will bring.

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Christopher Baum shares his expertise on voting technology and election integrity systems designed to ensure fair and accurate vote counting for all citizens.

• Vote Right is developing mobile and precinct voting systems currently pursuing federal certification
• Mobile voting technology will enable secure, verifiable voting from phones with multiple security layers
• Precinct systems will operate offline with triple redundancy for each ballot and support up to 22 languages
• Hand-counting ballots is prohibitively expensive, costing an estimated $659,000 for Shasta County's 53,000 primary ballots
• Human counting is inherently flawed and susceptible to both unintentional errors and potential manipulation
• Low primary turnout (typically 7-8% of eligible voters) gives disproportionate power to partisan extremes
• Winners of elections have little incentive to reform systems that elected them, while losers lack the power
• Media fragmentation contributes to information bubbles and decreased trust in election processes
• Early voting and accessible systems help increase participation and make elections more inclusive
• Technology that supports voters with disabilities ensures everyone's voice can be heard in elections

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We break the "liberal streak" on Politically High Tech with guest Evan Turk from the American Rights Alliance, diving into controversial political topics while seeking common ground across partisan divides.

• Evan introduces his work with the American Rights Alliance, originally funded by Donald Trump Jr. to defend January 6th protesters
• Discussion of alleged 2020 election irregularities and concerns about media suppression of alternative viewpoints
• Questioning the official January 6th narrative and highlighting inconsistencies in how protesters were treated
• Exploration of parental rights versus government authority in cases involving transgender minors
• Finding unexpected common ground on healthcare reform despite different political perspectives
• Critical examination of partisan politics and the importance of challenging one's own beliefs
• Emphasis on family, religion, and creating a better world for future generations as universal values

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Tina Erwin, a retired naval commander, reveals how the energy that animates us continues after death and explains the scientific basis for ghosts, spirits, and the afterlife.

• Energy is neither created nor destroyed – this fundamental law of physics explains why ghosts exist
• When we die, our soul's silver cord is cut and we enter the fourth dimension where we can travel at the speed of thought
• Souls are meant to cross into "the light" but some become confused and remain as ghosts
• Crossing over spirits without judgment helps both the deceased and the living
• Addiction has a spiritual component – alcohol lowers your energetic frequency, allowing up to 60 ghosts to inhabit an alcoholic
• Organ recipients can experience rejection issues from the donor's spirit still connected to the organs
• Specific crossing-over prayers can help situations from addiction to organ transplantation to suicide
• The "heaven world" contains no religious division – only love and healing
• Multiple personality disorder often involves ghosts inhabiting a person after severe trauma
• Everyone can speak directly to God – no intermediaries required

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Social media platforms operate through deceptive practices and hidden mechanics that most users never see or understand. Tim O'Hearn, a former software engineer who once ran a business selling automated Instagram followers, shares insider knowledge about the dark side of our digital landscape.

• In 2018, approximately 30% of Instagram activity was computer-generated, with bots talking to other bots
• Shadow banning allows platforms to restrict user reach without notification, keeping users engaged while effectively silencing them
• Blue checkmark verification systems evolved from impersonation protection to status symbols, creating a black market where people paid $5,000-$15,000 for verification
• Advertisers wield enormous influence over content policies, forcing platforms to implement features like hidden dislike counts on YouTube
• Bot activity continues despite platform crackdowns because the financial incentives for automated engagement remain strong
• Social media companies prioritize advertiser relationships over user experience, making decisions that serve financial interests rather than community needs
• AI-generated content further complicates the landscape, making it increasingly difficult to distinguish authentic from artificial engagement

Check out Tim O'Hearn's book "Frame: A Villain's Perspective on Social Media" to learn more about the hidden mechanics of social platforms and how to navigate them more effectively.

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Paul Greenberg joins us to discuss his satirical novel "The Third Term," which imagines George Washington returning from the past to challenge a Trump-like tyrant seeking an unconstitutional third presidential term. Written in just one month during 2020 but published for the 2024 election cycle, this compact, fast-paced satire examines what America's founding ideals mean in an era of personality cults and constitutional crises.

• Washington was chosen as protagonist because he established the two-term precedent, prioritizing democracy over personal power
• The tyrant character is infuriated by Washington's omnipresence on American currency, highlighting his obsession with fame and status
• Modern politics has abandoned character for team loyalty, exactly what the founders warned against in the Federalist Papers
• Digital distraction and smartphone addiction parallel political dysfunction, both diminishing our capacity for critical thinking
• Protests across America show growing awareness of democratic erosion, though media coverage often focuses only on isolated violence
• Book aims to puncture political bubbles, appealing to readers across the political spectrum concerned about democratic norms

Find "The Third Term" available now on Amazon and at independent bookstores, with an audiobook releasing soon. A screenplay adaptation is also in development.

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James Rojas Taylor explains how acting techniques and tools can provide all of us with mental and emotional literacy, giving us skills to navigate life more effectively in any situation. He argues that these powerful methods have been overlooked outside the acting profession despite their life-changing potential to help us understand ourselves better.

• The Stanislavski System features seven questions that help ground us in the moment: who am I, where am I, when is it, what do I want, why do I want it, how do I get it, what do I need to overcome
• Our educational system programs us to think and act the same way rather than teaching us how to be authentic individuals
• Acting tools can help create "multiple versions of yourself" that allow you to adapt to different situations with different authentic responses
• Children should be taught emotional literacy before adolescence to better navigate that challenging period
• The "It factor" consists of five learnable skills: active listening, charm, intensity, generosity, and poise
• Politics often functions as a distraction from class struggles, keeping people fighting among themselves rather than addressing systemic issues
• Taylor's book "All Your Best Selves" offers practical exercises for developing mental and emotional literacy

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