This Week in America with Ric Bratton

Everyone's Betting on AI...And They Just Might Be Wrong -"Computing Power Drives the Future: AI and the Next Big Thing" by William MeiselComputing power has long grown at an exponential rate. That rapid advance has allowed digital systems to do more each year. Computer power crossed a major threshold when it made "Artificial Intelligence" driven by deep neural networks economically feasible. And huge investments are being made in ever-larger computer centers to support AI. This book challenges the assumptions behind those huge investments and explains why the generative AI that is making all the news is over-rated.Computer power crossing a threshold allowed deep neural nets to be practical, and they have indeed been used effectively for many limited applications. Meisel discusses the "next big thing" that exponential growth in computer processing speed will allow. The book provides a realistic description of what we can expect as computer power grows ever more quickly than most past innovations, with major impacts on society, the economy, and competition between countries.William Meisel, PhD, was an early researcher in AI, with an PhD dissertation on neural networks and an early book on computer pattern recognition, the latter while a professor of EE and CS at USC. He then applied those techniques as the head of the computer science division of a defense company for a decade. He then founded and ran Speech Systems Incorporated, developing speech recognition technology and applications, for a decade. He then published Speech Recognition Update, a monthly paid-subscription, no-ads newsletter on commercial developments in speech recognition and natural language processing for more than twenty years and held conferences on the subject. He was also Executive Director of the non-profit Applied Voice Input Output Society during this period.He is currently an independent consultant and author. His recent books include Computing Power Drives the Future, The Lost History of Talking to Computers and Evolution Continues: A Human-Computer Partnership.AMAZONhttps://williammeisel.com/https://www.kingpagespress.com/http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/121825kpp2.mp3    

You've Heard About the Holy Spirit-But How Does It Actually Work -"Catch The Wave: Experience the Thrill of Spirit-Empowered Living!" by Steven ColeExperience the Thrill of Holy Spirit Empowered Ministry. Engineer/teacher/author Steven Cole will guide you with an engineer's precision through a powerful teaching on the ministry and gifts of the Holy Spirit. Practical and easy to understand, "Catch the Wave" will introduce you to the Holy Spirit in a way that makes Him real and personal. You will learn: Who the Holy Spirit is- Why the Holy Spirit is given to the Church- When the Holy Spirit indwells a believer- What the gifts of the Holy Spirit are- How the Holy Spirit operates through believersAre you ready to experience the awesome power of the Holy Spirit in your life? If so, dive in and catch the wave! Steven has spent 25 years as an instrumentation engineer at NASA's JPL, he also has been a Holy Spirit filled believer since early in 1967 and a student of the Bible.AMAZONhttps://holyspiritwave.net/https://authorsperspectivepress.com/http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/roo/twia/82125scapp.mp3   

Are We Entering a 1,000-Year Age of Peace - "Where's Your Light?: Ascension Edition" by Douglas F. GradyApostle John's prophecy of the 1,000-year reign of peace, penned over two thousand years ago in his Book of Revelation, is a beacon of hope. As we stand on the threshold of the millennium, John's words guide us towards a future where the world transitions to a state of Heaven on Earth, the 'world to come,' a term in the Bible that refers to a future era of peace and harmony. This prophecy fills us with optimism and a sense of purpose as we ponder its implications on our current state of affairs.As we step into the new millennium, the Apostle John's prophecy sheds light on the transformative changes awaiting our world. It not only answers the question of how the world can evolve into a more loving environment for the future but also ignites a sense of hope and anticipation about the speed of this transformation. Moreover, John's revelation about the end of control by the Dark Forces promises an end to the bloody conflicts and devastating turmoil that have marred human history, filling us with excitement and hope for the future.Mr. Grady's spiritual journey is a unique and compelling one. In the fall of 1999, he underwent a profound spiritual baptism from God, a transformative event that led him to practice Self-Realization Fellowship. His journey began with meditation, which prepared him to receive the spark of love that engulfed his entire soul. His path led him to meet Apostle John through Marilyn Redmond for the Door to Glory book in 2011, and he has since published the book Where Is Your Light in 2023. We eagerly await his subsequent publication, The Incredible Journey of Our Savior.AMAZONhttps://douglasgradybooks.comhttps://bookstolifemarketing.com/http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/121825app.mp3    

You've Never Heard Mary's Story Told Like This - "Mary: Intimate Witness to God's Love Incarnate by Dr. Louis McCall"Mary is about the mother of Jesus and the arc of her development from a peasant teenager to an icon in the church, to a bold witness of the Gospel who journeys from Jerusalem to Samaria, to the mostly Gentile church in Antioch of Syria, and finally to Ephesus, a major metropolitan city of Asia Minor. This book tells the story of Mary in the style as a memoir while still being faithful to the canon of scripture in the hopes that women who seek to have their voices heard in a male-dominated society will find inspiration and strength. Also, all readers will gain a new appreciation for the challenges and fears of Mary, her own need for a savior, and her development into an eyewitness to God's love through his Son, Jesus Christ. Mary shows how one woman can start out simply and yet become a giant of faith and a model of womanhood.Louis McCall was born in Chicago, Illinois and attended Northwestern University where he received a Ph.D. Later, he also attended the National War College of the National Defense University. Louis was an Assistant Professor at the Ohio State University prior to a 36-year career in the U.S. Department of State, first as a Foreign Service officer and then as a foreign affairs Civil Service employee where he served as Consul General in Florence, Italy, Chargé d’Affaires in Brunei, U.S. Representative to the Republic of San Marino, and Assistant Inspector General. He lived in or worked in, at least temporarily, 60 countries on six continents. Whether in academia or as a diplomat, Louis found opportunities to live his faith, including part-time ministry of the good news in word and in song, including co-laboring with missionaries, national church leaders, and the underground church. When ministering early in his diplomatic career from the pulpit of a great church in Calcutta, India, Louis said to those in attendance that he had determined not to be ashamed of the gospel of Christ. That has been a commitment he has endeavored to keep over the years. In his final two years at the Department of State he organized and led the National Day of Prayer observances in the Department.Now, in his new career as an author, he has the pleasure of greater freedom in sharing what God has placed in his heart. Louis is active simultaneously in two churches in Washington, D.C. One is a multi-site non-denominational church, where he is an elder, and the other a Catholic church where he is a regular cantor, though not a Catholic himself. He has managed this with the blessing and full knowledge of pastors and priests. This has been an outgrowth of his early association with a mixed protestant-Catholic charismatic house-based worship group, his association with the late Mother Teresa of Calcutta, his Catholic charismatic wife, and guest ministry in churches and bible schools of various denominations while living in or working in other countries.AMAZONhttps://louismccallinternational.comhttps://www.kingpagespress.comhttp://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/121825kpplm.mp3     

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The Amazing Power of Apples: Nature’s Crunchy Superfood with Susan Smith Jones, PhDDid you know that apples are the most widely consumed fruit globally? From sweet red varieties, like Red Delicious, Fuji, or Gala, to tangy green ones, like Granny Smith, there’s an apple for everyone. They’re commonly used in recipes like pies, cookies, muffins, jam, salads, oatmeal or smoothies. They also make a great snack or sliced and spread with nut butter. In addition to their culinary versatility and numerous colors and flavors, apples are available at every grocery store and Farmer’s Market for a reasonable price… and are an exceptionally healthy fruit with many research-backed benefits.Our guest today, holistic health and lifestyle expert, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, says consuming an apple a day can benefit both our physical and mental health. Have you had an apple today? You’ll want to enjoy one after you hear what Susan says about their myriad merits. Welcome back.About Dr. Susan         For a woman with three of America’s most ordinary names, Susan Smith Jones, PhD, has certainly made extraordinary contributions in the fields of holistic health, anti-aging, optimum nutrition and balanced living. For starters, she taught students, staff and faculty at UCLA how to be healthy and fit for 30 years! Susan is the founder and president of Health Unlimited, a Los Angeles-based consulting firm dedicated to optimal wellness, health education and human potential. Susan is a frequent radio, podcast and TV talk show guest and motivational speaker; she’s also the author of many books, including her 3 latest ones …⭐️ A HUG IN A MUG: Revitalize with Superfoods & Healthy Living Extras ⭐️ UPLIFTED: 12-Minutes to More Joy, Faith, Peace, Kindness & Vitality ⭐️ VEGETABLE SOUP/THE FRUIT BOWL (children’s 2-in-1 nutrition book--ages 1-9)SusanSmithJones.com • 𝕏 @ SusanSmithJones

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A Fortunate Son: And Other Stories by Daniel J. DonoghueA Fortunate Son: and Other Stories is a collection of stories written across decades of Daniel J. Donoghue's life-chronicling his journey from youth to the present day. As he has grown, so too has his writing, shaped by the challenges and transformations of life itself.These slice-of-life narratives capture both the deeply personal and the universally human: love and loss, desire and regret, the weight of family, the scars of military life, and the quiet battles with mental illness. With unflinching honesty and lyrical prose, Donoghue explores the raw edges of experience-where tenderness and turmoil coexist.From the dim glow of roadside bars to the silent ache of suburban mornings, no subject is too intimate or taboo. Painted with empathy and precision, these stories invite readers to confront the fragile beauty and painful truths of being human, and to see the shifting colors of their own lives reflected in the work.Born in New York City and raised in northern New Jersey. Daniel has lived a life as varied as the stories he writes. After a colorful youth, he served in the US Navy, the Foreign Service and spent 20 years in the technology worldHe’s the author of over 30 short stories, a novel “Gold in the Furnace”, a screenplay based on the novel and a play. He lives and writes in Santa Fe, NMhttps://www.amazon.com/Fortunate-Son-Other-Stories/dp/B0FTTKTLMZ/ref=monarch_sidesheet_titlehttps://www.danieldonoghuebooks.com/https://www.ecpublishingllc.com/http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/121125ddec.mp3   

Death by Chaos by Renaii WestTasha, Elizabeth, Dawn, and Miranda were the undisputed goddesses of their Southern California liberal arts college. With distinct talents, beauty, and accomplishments, each goddess appeared predestined to be forever traveling on that path called the Charmed Life. But, in a tragic twist of fate, just before graduation, a student is found murdered on campus. Suspicion falls in their midst, and one of them goes missing. Destinies are changed forever.The case goes cold, and for the next two decades, secrets are kept and suspicions linger. And one of the four continues to be haunted by the chaos of that night and what followed. With an upcoming reunion, and an arrival of a stranger on a motorcycle bringing even more turmoil to her life, she believes the time is right to finally revisit the past, uncover the secrets, expose the truth and while she is at it, rekindle the lost passions of her roommates. To do this without and drawing the attention of those who wish the case to remain unsolved will require good acting, deception, and maybe a little divine intervention.Renaii West has been writing and performing since childhood.  She became a dramatic arts instructor in a performing arts program after earning her Bachelor of Fine Arts  degree, where she wrote and directed original productions.  Today, she channels her creativity into crafting fun, often quirky characters who find themselves embroiled in unpredictable mysteries that demand quick thinking and courage.  When not writing, Renaii enjoys mythology, class films , travel, belly dancing, ballroom dancing, yoga, jigsaw puzzles, and, of course, solving mysteries.https://www.amazon.com/Death-Chaos-Renaii-West/dp/B08KPXM6S8  https://www.renaiiwest.comhttps://www.readersmagnet.com/http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/121125rwrm.mp3   

Michelle invites you to visit www. oceanoracle.com to access 3 FREE classes and learn more about the wisdom in the seashell kingdom . Ocean Oracle: What Seashells Reveal About Our True Nature by Michelle HansonOcean Oracle was created by a woman who undeniably has discovered her life’s mission, so it is not surprising that Michelle is the name with which this author entered our Universe. Her innate sensitivity and the significant knowledge she has acquired from her lifelong study of her seashell partners make her uniquely qualified to be known as the “shell with the voice,” serving as their ambassador to the rest of the world. With her one-of-a-kind creation-and the help of the oceanic realm-Shelley has revolutionized the lives of everyone with whom she has come into contact. She has also designed a special online shell-reading certification program for those interested in learning the valuable lessons of the seashell kingdom, becoming versed in their language and sharing their wisdom with others.Everyone remembers spending a day at the beach as a child collecting seashells, but what if those seashells were more than just pretty objects? What if those shells could actually tell you something about your hidden thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes? Ocean Oracle: What Seashells Reveal about Our True Nature is the bridge to learning this secret language. Simply put, seashells function as tools that enable us to speak with our subconscious, allowing the inner self to communicate the information it considers most valuable for our growth. By listening to the shells with the guidance of Ocean Oracle, you can tap into your own innate wisdom and joy.https://www.amazon.com/Ocean-Oracle-Seashells-Reveal-Nature/dp/158270113X https://oceanoracle.com/https://authorsperspectivepress.com/http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/111325mhapp.mp3   Ocean Wisdom: Lessons from the Seashell Kingdom by Michelle HansonOcean Wisdom teaches you about the mysteries of the ocean and unlocks the mysteries of self through the study of seashells. Just like the animals that inhabit and create them and the many people that study them, each shell is unique and offers powerful and eye-opening insights into the world around us. The Ocean Wisdom books cover a variety of master teachings on such subjects as survival, victimization, feeling special, feeling flawed, pride, destiny, struggle, faith, sacrifice, and judgment, all through the study and examination of the ocean’s most extraordinary organisms. They devote a great deal of attention to the topic of love. Seashell Divination uses seashells as a psychological tool to explore the mysteries of self and the world around us. Through the awareness gained, you can reshape your future.https://www.amazon.com/Ocean-Wisdom-Lessons-Seashell-Kingdom/dp/0979504104

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