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Financial Fortress by Stephen Powell

A sudden medical crisis or market crash can destroy decades of hard work in an instant. Are you building a financial plan that only works when everything goes right?

In January 2022, financial professional Stephen Powell walked into the gym for a routine morning workout. Moments later, an aortic dissection caused him to collapse, paralyzing his left side, stripping away his speech, and leaving him with less than a 1% chance of survival. He survived by God’s grace, but he woke up to a harrowing realization: He was the sole breadwinner, and his traditional financial plan had no backup for a real-life crisis.

This life altering experience exposed a massive gap in modern financial literacy. Most people are expertly taught how to accumulate money, but they are never taught how to structure it. They blindly follow the standard formula buy stocks, maximize the 401(k), trust the process only to find themselves walking straight into the “Accumulation Trap.”

In Financial Fortress, Powell shares his deeply personal journey and strips away traditional financial jargon to reveal how wealthy families truly protect, access, and transfer their money. This book is an architectural blueprint for the everyday family provider who carries heavy responsibilities and realizes that a high income alone is not the same as security.

Through practical frameworks and eye-opening illustrations, Powell maps out the Four Pillars of a Financial Fortress: Protection, Growth, Control, and Legacy. You will learn how to transition from simple accumulation to true financial architecture, giving every dollar a distinct job.

Stop managing your future with hope and optimism alone. Build a system. Achieve clarity. Protect the people you love.

Windows into Advent by Dr. Tom Kinnan

https://www.amazon.com/Windows-into-Advent-Dr-Kinnan-ebook/dp/B0H3D13BZG

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In this inspiring collection of Christmas devotionals, Dr. Tom Kinnan invites readers to look beyond the lights, gifts, traditions, and distractions of the season to rediscover the heart of Christmas Jesus Christ.

Through personal stories, biblical insights, and thought-provoking reflections, each chapter explores themes such as patience, trust, hope, generosity, forgiveness, faith, and the miracle of God’s love revealed through the birth of Christ. From shepherds and angels to Joseph, the Magi, and the manger itself, these devotional messages bring familiar elements of the Christmas story to life in fresh and meaningful ways.

Whether you are celebrating Advent, seeking spiritual encouragement during the holiday season, or looking for a daily devotional to deepen your relationship with God, this book offers practical wisdom and heartfelt inspiration for believers of all ages.

Inside you’ll discover:

Encouraging Christmas devotionals rooted in Scripture

Personal stories and relatable life lessons

Fresh perspectives on the birth of Christ and its meaning today

Reflections on faith, hope, trust, patience, and God’s grace

Daily inspiration to help you experience a more Christ centered Christmas

Warm, uplifting, and spiritually enriching, this book is a reminder that the greatest gift of Christmas is not found beneath a tree, but in the Savior who came to transform lives and offer eternal hope.

Take a journey through the Christmas season and rediscover the wonder, substance, and joy of God’s greatest gift. Jesus Christ.

Cold Ground: A Jack Decker Story (Jack Decker Series Book 1) by Michael Jacquard

https://www.amazon.com/Cold-Ground-Jack-Decker-Story-ebook/dp/B0GSW5TDCT

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Jack Decker, 48 — former U.S. Army Special Forces Master Sergeant, CIA SAD/Ground Branch operative — has retired to Garrison Falls, Vermont. When the Vega Syndicate moves in and a teenage girl named Lily Marsh disappears, he’s pulled back into a world he thought he’d left.

Human Magic by Johan Roos

https://www.amazon.com/Human-Magic-Johan-Roos/dp/1041216769

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In a world where algorithms write strategies, generate designs, and analyze markets, what makes your work truly matter?

Whether you’re anxious about artificial intelligence or eager to harness its potential, Human Magic offers a powerful guide to thriving in the age of AI. As AI tools transform business, leadership, and the future of work, your greatest competitive advantage is not technology itself—it is the uniquely human capabilities that machines cannot replicate.

Drawing on three decades of research, executive leadership experience, and one of business education’s earliest comprehensive AI integrations, Johan Roos reveals why curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration are becoming more valuable—not less—as artificial intelligence advances. At the center of these capabilities lies practical wisdom: the essential leadership skill that enables better decision making, innovation, and judgment in a rapidly changing world.

Each chapter combines research, real-world business insights, self-assessments, and practical exercises to help leaders, entrepreneurs, managers, and professionals strengthen the human skills that drive meaningful results. Discover how AI can erode these capabilities when used carelessly—and how it can amplify them when used intentionally.

If you’re interested in leadership development, workplace transformation, business strategy, innovation, management, or professional growth, Human Magic provides a practical roadmap for remaining relevant, resilient, and irreplaceable in an AI-driven world.

Stop acting as an “AI concierge.” Become the leader who shapes outcomes that truly matter.

About the author

Johan Roos helps professionals remain deeply human in an AI-rich world. A management scholar, entrepreneur, and former leader of several business schools, he works at the intersection of human wisdom and artificial intelligence, helping leaders use AI to strengthen judgment, creativity, and purpose.

Driven by a lifelong curiosity about how people and organizations learn and adapt, Johan co-invented the globally adopted LEGO® Serious Play® methodology, enabling organizations to solve complex challenges through imaginative, hands-on exploration. He serves as Senior Advisor to the Global Peter Drucker Forum, where he helped launch the Next Management initiative, and is Professor of Strategy and Executive Advisor at Hult International Business School.

His latest book, “Human Magic: Leading with Wisdom in an Age of Algorithms” (Routledge, 2026), offers a practical framework for preserving curiosity, wisdom, and human agency in a world of intelligent machines. Across his work as an educator, advisor, investor, and speaker, Johan champions a simple belief: management, at its best, is humanity at work.

Podcasting Journeys: Mike Dell of Blubrry Hosting on Industry Evolution and Upcoming Tech

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About the Guest(s):

Mike Dell is the VP of Operations at Blubrry Podcasting, a full-service podcast hosting company operated under Raw Voice Incorporated. With over 21 years of podcasting experience, Mike is a veteran in the industry. He co-hosts the Podcast Insider show and hosts Mike Dell’s World. An extra class amateur radio operator, Mike’s experience spans into the world of broadcasting and amateur radio communications.

Episode Summary:

In this engaging episode of The Chris Voss Show, listeners embark on a captivating journey through the podcasting universe with the venerable Mike Dell from Blubrry Podcasting. Mike takes us through his extensive experience in the podcasting industry, shedding light on the evolution of podcasting and what has kept him passionate about the medium for over two decades. The discussion steers towards Blubrry’s unique offerings in podcast hosting, analytics, and monetization, revealing why it remains a preferred choice for many podcasters.

Mike Dell elaborates on Blubrry’s edge in providing flexibility and support to podcasters, whether they are amateurs or seasoned creators. The episode explores the future of podcasting amidst technological advancements such as AI integration and video podcasting evolution, hinting at fascinating innovations on the horizon. Listeners will gain insight into how podcasts have impacted traditional media and what lies ahead for this dynamic field. The mutual passion for podcasting shared by Chris and Mike is infectious and sets the stage for an informative and engaging discussion.

Key Takeaways:

The Evolution of Podcasting: Mike Dell reflects on the transformation of podcasting over the years, from its inception to its current digital landscape, emphasizing Blubrry’s contribution.

Blubrry Services: Blubrry offers a comprehensive suite of services, including hosting, analytics, and monetization solutions designed to empower podcasters with flexibility and independence.

Human Touch: Blubrry prioritizes human support, providing real-time customer service, which is a distinguishing factor in its operations.

AI and Podcasting: Despite AI’s growing presence, Mike asserts that authentic human communication will remain irreplaceable in the realm of podcasting.

Future of Video Podcasts: Discover the advancements in video podcasting, including Blubrry’s upcoming support for HLS streaming and video RSS feeds.

Notable Quotes:

“Our end goal is to make the tech disappear for you. You do what you do. We’ll stay out of your way.” – Mike Dell

“Podcasting is really a delivery method. TV is technically radio if you think about it.” – Mike Dell

“You can’t say I didn’t start until 09, I was sitting on the front porch… said, ‘Hey. Hello, world.'” – Mike Dell

“I just like the freedom of just being able to speak your mind.” – Mike Dell

“It’s the beauty of ham radio and podcasting. You have niches within the genre.” – Mike Dell