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The Bogleheads' Guide to Investing is a DIY handbook that espouses the sage investment wisdom of John C. Bogle. This witty and wonderful book offers contrarian advice that provides the first step on the road to investment success, illustrating how relying on typical "common sense" promoted by Wall Street is destined to leave you poorer. This updated edition includes new information on backdoor Roth IRAs and ETFs as mainstream buy-and-hold investments, estate taxes and gifting, plus changes to the laws regarding Traditional and Roth IRAs, and 401k and 403b retirement plans.

John Owen is widely regarded as one of the most influential English Puritans. As a pastor, he longed to see the glory of Christ take root in people’s lives. As a writer, he continues to encourage us toward discipline and communion with God. His high view of God and deep theological convictions flowed naturally into practical application and a zeal for personal holiness. Barrett and Haykin guide us through the seventeenth-century theologian’s life and doctrine, giving us a glimpse into the majestic vision that served as the foundation for his approach to the Christian life.

By teaching djembe, M. Taylor, a biracial American male, has learned how others learn and understand. He has become a better communicator and more in tune with the fleeting nature of awareness. Whether or not you want to play djembe, this book will teach you the importance of practice-musical, spiritual, or otherwise-how to be in the present, and how to transcend who you are to become who the village needs you to be.

Art is inherently magickal, and you, as an artist, are also a magician who can ritualize your creative endeavors to make them stronger than ever. Astrea Taylor offers an impressive collection of spells, rituals, deities, and lore that will help you bring to life the story, painting, sculpture, or music you've been dreaming about. This book is designed to guide you through the entire creative process. You'll draw inspiration from spirits and the four elements to complete your rough draft, and then use the principles of alchemy to refine your piece.

The Bleacher Nation Cubs Podcast is your go-to source for smart, entertaining, and insightful Chicago Cubs talk. Hosted by Brett Taylor and Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation, this show dives into everything Cubs fans need to know. New episodes Thursdays.

The SLIS Podcast dives into the best of 80s and 90s alternative rock, metal, and the bands keeping that spirit alive today. Expect candid interviews with rock icons, honest reviews, nostalgic deep dives, and the occasional middle-aged Gen X rant. Theme song: “Hold It” by Interstelar.

By the middle of the second century BCE, after nearly one hundred years of warfare, Rome had exerted its control over the entire Mediterranean world, forcing the other great powers of the region—Carthage, Macedonia, Egypt, and the Seleucid empire—to submit militarily and financially. But how, despite its relative poverty and its frequent numerical disadvantage in decisive battles, did Rome prevail? Michael J. Taylor explains this surprising outcome by examining the role that manpower and finances played.

The Lunar colony is a mining colony with only internal security capabilities. Nobody had even considered that there might soon arise a need to defend the colony from the Earth! But that day has come. Something has been uncovered on the moon. Something important. Something...alien.

To the average person trying to lose weight or become healthier, it is hard to decide what regime would be best to follow, and this combination lifestyle allows you to mesh two popular regimes. So, if you cannot decide between intermittent fasting and the ketogenic diet, this book will show you how to safely combine them. Whether you have just started exploring the keto world or if you are simply seeking new to gain more from either the ketogenic diet or intermittent fasting, then this book will give you a solution to your problems.

This definitive Un-Cabaret album features unusually honest stories from seriously funny performers from the groundbreaking Un-Cabaret live show.

Music has the enormous potential to engage and impact the entire brain. After all, the auditory system is the first to develop in utero. And, at the end of life, the last to go. With the advent of brain scanning and other recent research options, studies prove music’s positive effects on the human brain. Through narrative, current and relevant research, and an easy-to-understand format, authors Taylor and Hudson offer a glimpse into the how, the where and the why regarding the benefits of music on the brain. How can a person utilize music to better his or her life?

The Center for Talent Innovation's new study, Mission Critical: Unlocking the Value of Veterans in the Workforce, reveals how companies can ensure their veteran talent thrives in the corporate world.

Not Okay With Gray is a podcast created to empower men and women to change their mindsets and attitudes about aging so they can make the rest of their lives, the best of their lives.

With this book you will learn to how you can seize this generational wealth building opportunity of investing in crypto after the most recent crash before its next move. This book will highlight different types of crypto investment strategies and opportunities primarily focusing Bitcoin and Ethereum but including other well-known and emerging cryptocurrencies as well as the Metaverse. We also discuss where Crypto is heading.

Experienced journalists Michael Taylor and Chris Maguire have launched a new political podcast to give a greater voice to the North. The pair are both former editors of North West Business Insider and have joined forces with Manchester-based agency What Media to produce the ‘Northern Spin’ podcast. The hosts say the weekly 30-minute podcast will provide insight into current affairs, politics and a bit of business, but from a uniquely Northern perspective.

Across a thousand battlefields and a million wars, there is always a question. What do you do when all the chips are on the table? Do you run? Try to find salvation in the arms of an easy peace? Or do you stand and fight? Send your enemies into whatever hole they crawled out of? On Deadly Ground has 10 stories handling that exact question. Each character faces the impossible in different ways, but all will be tested before the day is done. Can they earn a heroic victory amongst the endless eternity of space, or are they doomed to fall into obscurity?

Whether you are a bleeding heart or staunch conservative, if you love politics and history, and want a "balcony perspective" of the latest headlines, this podcast is for you! Join me, a political-junkie, on a series of in-depth conversations on all things political with young professionals, Professors, social activists and local, state, and national political leaders from all over the country.

There are many people that are hesitant to pursue their spiritual journey because of the strict religious doctrines surrounding Christianity that don’t coincide with their personal views. But what if I told you that you can still connect with a higher power and achieve inner peace through spirituality without the strict rules? In this book, you’ll find a refreshing approach that aims to inspire you to find the truth and set yourself free! Be guided by the master teacher, Jesus Christ, and Coach Michael Taylor and see that there's so much more to spirituality than doctrines.

Your home for the podcasts from the staff of The Cultured Nerd. We dive deep and discuss various nerd culture topics from movies, tv, anime, and gaming.

Now more than ever people need reasons for hope and optimism. Don't Believe The Hype podcast was created to educate, motivate, and inspire men and women to embrace the idea there has never been a better time to be alive, and the future is brighter than most people believe. The intention of the podcast is to be a resource of personal growth and transformation for those who are ready to create the life of their dreams.