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 Impact! is a podcast that creates change WITH our listeners, using the power of prayer and intention to bring about positive change in our world. Each week, we explore one aspect of what it means to pray, offer healing, or send intention out into the world, and by so doing, to actually have an impact. We welcome anyone who wants to play their part in creating peace, harmony and healing in the world.Copyright Impact! Productions 2023 All rights reserved. Spirituality
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  • Anger on the Streets: Europe's Wave of Protests and What Comes Next

    Anger on the Streets: Europe's Wave of Protests and What Comes Next
    Nov 6 2026
    Recent weeks have seen tense and sometimes violent protests erupting over Europe. What’s been happening in countries as far apart as France and Greece have escalated for different reasons, but at their root there are some common themes that are far from straightforward for incumbent governments to solve. In this episode, we seek to see what’s causing the protests and riots, noting the major challenges that European nations are facing and the polarized solutions being proposed by centrist and increasingly popular far-left and far-right political parties. We explore the political and economic consequences for individual nations, as well as for the future of European union and security. And as always, we keep an eye on where our intentions and prayers may be most needed. Intentions and prayers start at 28 minutes 6 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we reflect on the mass unrest and public disorder that has played out on the streets of several European countries in recent weeks, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that all who would compete for European citizens’ political votes will be moved to speak honestly about the challenges their countries face rather than making false promises about “quick fix” solutions. Please join us in holding this. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Understanding Europe’s Unrest 00:03:38 France: Protests, Riots, and Political Tensions 00:08:03 Spain’s Housing Crisis and Political Fallout 00:11:00 Housing and Cost-of-Living Protests Across Europe 00:17:33 Why Europe’s Protests Are Converging 00:20:04 Political Risks and Europe’s Uncertain Future 00:23:23 Polarization, Energy, and Europe’s Security 00:28:06 Intentions and Prayers Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/10/22/moment-colombian-authorities-seize-76-tonnes-of-cocaine-bound-for-europe https://www.omfif.org/2025/11/a-tale-of-two-debts-in-france-and-the-uk/ https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/serbia-votes-students-emerge-greatest-threat-vucics-long-rule-2026-10-21/ https://euobserver.com/241939/listen-what-would-a-coalition-of-right-and-far-right-in-spain-mean-for-europe/ https://www.rte.ie/news/a-european-perspective/2026/1016/1595643-migration-uk-france/ https://apnews.com/article/europe-riots-protest-france-italy-spain-albania-portugal-housing-costs-210ff22c6746b9ec66438ac80740bc0e https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/17/cost-of-living-protests-hit-belgium-italy-portugal-and-france https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2026/10/20/italy-spain-belgium-portugal-social-unrest-spreads-across-europe-amid-soaring-energy-prices-and-a-housing-crisis_6759435_4.html https://www.internazionale.it/ultime-notizie-reuters/2026/10/09/spanish-conservative-parties-keep-solid-lead-ahead-of-nov-election-polls-show https://www.thelocal.com/20261021/unrest-in-europe-whats-behind-the-protests-in-france-spain-and-italy https://www.reuters.com/5f374b32b07b/world/europe/france-erupts-europes-far-right-gains-fuel-price-anger-ahead-elections-2026-10-20 https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/20/world/europe/france-protests-europe-centrist-far-right.html https://www.cnbc.com/2026/10/20/france-protests-europe-cost-living-violence.html https://www.straitstimes.com/world/europe/portuguese-police-clear-housing-protest-camps-arresting-55 https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/10/21/portugal-cost-of-living-protesters-pour-back-into-camps-cleared-by-police https://www.euronews.com/2026/10/17/protesters-clash-with-police-in-belgium-as-demonstrations-turn-violent-across-europe https://www.thelocal.com/20261021/unrest-in-europe-whats-behind-the-protests-in-france-spain-and-italy Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all ...
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    32 mins
  • Why We Must Remember: Remembrance & the Human Cost of War

    Why We Must Remember: Remembrance & the Human Cost of War
    Nov 11 2026
    In a poignant episode to mark Veterans and Remembrance Days, in this episode we ask not only why we will but why we must remember those who served or serve in defence of our freedom, along with their loved ones and the many others impacted by the consequences of war. We remember why remembrance matters even for folk who are pacifist or who may not have strong allegiance to their country. We’ll consider the plight of those who are required to fight in wars they do not understand or which may not be “just.” And we remember our animal friends for whom war was also a necessity to “do or die.” We’ll take time to honour and give thanks for the countless sacrifices that continue to be made to keep us safe and free to live the privileged lives that many of us enjoy. And, as always, we’ll end with a time of prayer and intention holding. Intentions and prayers start at 18 minutes 25 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we mark Remembrance and Veterans Days in honour of those who served or who continue to serve their countries, we suggest holding as our main intention: At this time, we pause to remember that behind our silence are individual lives: someone who never returned, someone who returned changed, and a family whose life was never the same. We honour them, and will that those who passed will now rest in eternal peace, and that all who remain will be filled with light. We resolve to never forget their sacrifice, service and suffering. Please join us in holding this. Guidance for supporting the bereaved, Scotty’s Little Soldiers: https://www.scottys.org.uk/news/preparing-for-remembrance-looking-after-yourself-after-a-military-bereavement Organisations welcoming financial contributions for veterans and their families include: Australia Returned & Services League of Australia –RSL Australia, https://www.rslaustralia.org/donate Bangladesh Sena Kalyan Sangstha (SKS), https://www.senakalyan.org/ Canada The Royal Canadian Legion, https://www.legion.ca/donations India Kendriya Sainik Board –Armed Forces Flag Day Fund, https://ksb.gov.in/DonateAFFDF.htm Ireland Organisation of National Ex-Service Personnel (ONE) / Óglaigh Náisiúnta na hÉireann, https://one-veterans.org/ New Zealand Royal New Zealand Returned and Services’ Association (RSA), https://www.rsa.org.nz/support-us/donate Pakistan Fauji Foundation, https://www.fauji.org.pk/ South Africa South African Legion of Military Veterans –National Head Office, https://salegion.wixsite.com/salegionSouth African Legion –Cape Town Branch, https://www.salegion.co.za/ United Kingdom Royal British Legion, https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-involved/donateSSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, https://www.ssafa.org.uk/ United States The American Legion, https://www.legion.org/donate Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Why We Remember 00:02:32 The Origins of Remembrance Day 00:05:23 The People Behind the Memorials 00:07:47 Why Remembrance Still Matters 00:11:46 Remembering Without Endorsing War 00:18:25 Intentions and Prayers 00:22:18 Honoring Those Who Served Sources referenced in this episode: https://department.va.gov/veterans-day/history-of-veterans-day/ https://www.unhcr.org/about-unhcr/overview/figures-glance https://www.thebrooke.org/about-us/war-horse-facts https://united24media.com/latest-news/ukraines-service-dogs-are-cute-brave-warriors-fighting-mine-threats-16972 https://www.reutersconnect.com/item/dog-body-camera-leads-idf-troops-to-underground-rocket-cache-in-southern-gaza/dGFnOnJldXRlcnMuY29tLDIwMjY6bmV3c21sX09XU0hCQzExNzQ0MTI https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-involved/remembrance/armistice-day https://www.iwm.org.uk/history/first-world-war/remembrance https://department.va.gov/veterans-day/facts-and-information/ https://www.cwgc.org/our-work/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-remembrance-day/ https://news.va.gov/125549/difference-between-veterans-day-memorial-day/ https://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26663614.poppy-appeal-hubs-now-open-blackburn-darwen/ https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/docs/default-source/membership-documents/orders_of_service.pdf https://www.arlingtoncemetery.mil/Media/News/Post/15150/2026-national-veterans-day-observance-open-to-publ https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/france/armistice-day https://www.ppu.org.uk/remembrance-white-poppies https://stroudtimes.com/letter-white-poppies-remember-all-victims-of-war/ https://department.va.gov/veterans-day/history-of-veterans-day/ Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing ...
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    25 mins
  • Midterms, Families, and Fractures: Finding Calm in a Divided America

    Midterms, Families, and Fractures: Finding Calm in a Divided America
    Oct 29 2026
    As millions across the US cast their votes to decide the balance of power in Congress, in this episode we give attention to the emotional toil that these pivotal elections are having for many people. Relationships strained to breaking point, deeply uncomfortable differences, and judgements on character are polarizing the divide, while many are choosing to keep their opinions muted for fear of inflaming relations with those they live or work with. We consider the implications, and as always, hone in to see where our intentions and prayers may be needed in the final few days before the polling stations open. Intentions and prayers start at 23 minutes 16 seconds. Suggested Intention Focus for this week This week, as we focus our attention on the tensions that are running high as the US mid-term elections approach, we suggest holding as our main intention: We will that all who vote in, or who are otherwise closely affected by the coming US midterm elections, will be mindful of the actions they can take to remain anchored both during and beyond this election period. Please join us in holding this. Past episode mentioned in this episode: Anchor and Inter-Be: Staying Resilient Through the US Midterm Election Season, https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-6mn27-1b4d727. Chapter markers: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:05:25 Political Polarization’s Personal Toll 00:09:36 Stress, Distrust, and Collective Healing 00:12:34 How Europe Views the Midterms 00:15:42 Staying Anchored Through Election Season 00:23:16 Intentions and Prayers Sources referenced in this episode: https://www.reuters.com/legal/government/midterm-election-outcomes-that-could-shape-trumps-final-two-years-2026-10-19/ https://www.reuters.com/world/us/you-are-no-longer-my-mother-divided-america-will-struggle-heal-after-trump-era-2020-11-03/ https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/2022/08/09/as-partisan-hostility-grows-signs-of-frustration-with-the-two-party-system/ https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/new-study-finds-increase-political-breakups https://news.syr.edu/2025/10/23/the-great-divide-understanding-us-political-polarization/ https://www.pewresearch.org/journalism/2026/02/11/why-americans-discuss-the-news-or-dont-with-others/ https://yougov.com/en-gb/articles/55677-how-popular-is-donald-trump-in-europe-september-2026 https://www.ft.com/content/9dc44871-b2c0-44f8-a4bb-7db76b1658ed https://www.climatepolicystrategy.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/A-polarising-Britain_-How-value-divides-are-shaping-British-politics_UCL-Policy-Lab-and-Stan-Greenberg.pdf https://www.eurotopics.net/en/365639/midterms-2026-what-comes-next-for-the-us-and-europe https://www.pewresearch.org/global/2026/06/23/trump-gets-negative-reviews-internationally-as-fewer-say-u-s-is-a-reliable-partner/ https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/new-study-finds-increase-political-breakups https://www.chathamhouse.org/2026/09/what-us-midterms-could-mean-trumps-power Join us in person for intention holding: https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/events-1 Labyrinth Activist Network Zoom calls https://insighttimer.com/cliverj Daily intention holding with Clive on Insight Timer. Our websites: www.heartfulimpact.com/ Our show website. https://globalhealingresponse.com/ Global Healing Response ~ Offers a wealth of prayers, suggested practices and prompts in response to environmental catastrophe, conflict, and other world events. https://www.legacylabyrinthproject.org/ Legacy Labyrinth Project ~ Creating global energetic connections through the labyrinth; inspiring active intention sending using the labyrinth via labyrinth activism. https://www.clivejohnsonministry.com/ Clive Johnson Ministry ~ Events and offerings aimed at building beloved community, including weekly energy holding vigils and Power of Eight group. https://insighttimer.com/cliverj ~ Daily intention holding. Impact! Is presented by Ellen Bintz and Clive Johnson. It is produced by Impact Productions. Our show content is hosted by Podbean and available from all major podcast platforms. Our theme music is by Chris Collins. indiemusicbox.com. Our logo artwork is by AltoClassic (Getty Images/istock). Contact us via Facebook Messenger from the Impact! Facebook group, or using any of the contact methods mentioned on our websites. Impact! www.heartfulimpact.com.
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    29 mins
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