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Thomas Paider and Lean Lessons Learned in 2025 53:08

15h ago53:08

53:08

Quality Time with MoreSteam is starting 2026 by bringing back one of the most popular episodes from 2025. Host Dan Swartwout opens the show with a look back at the amazing lineup of guests who joined the show last year, from Shingo Prize winners to Lean Enterprise Institute board members to college professors and healthcare leaders. Then, Dan intro…

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EP 189 \\ New Year, Stronger Us: Building Your Marriage Support System 20:26

5d ago20:26

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Hi friend, Want to start the new year with a marriage reset that actually lasts? In this January 1 episode, David unpacks how 1 Chronicles 11–12 reveals the power of a strong support system—one built on loyalty, wisdom, unity, and practical reinforcement. You’ll be introduced to the C.I.R.C.L.E. framework, a simple approach to strengthening connect…

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EP 188 \\ Hope, Joy, Peace & Love: Encouragement for Your Marriage During the Christmas Season 14:51

12d ago14:51

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Hi friend, Merry Christmas! Here is a message of hope, joy, peace and love for your marriage. We pray this episode blesses you:) ................................................................................................................. 👇 Let’s Stay Connected! 📖 Get your copy of our new book: A Couple’s First Ten Years Available on Amazon: ht…

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A Kaizen Carol 14:46

15d ago14:46

14:46

Grant Gemberson just wanted to push that year-end Kaizen event into January and get on with his holiday to-do list. Instead, Gemberson received an unexpected visit from three ghosts: the Ghost of Projects Past, the Ghost of Present Performance, and the Ghost of Future States. (You know where this is going, right?) In this special holiday edition of…

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EP 187 \\ How One Habit Can Change the Direction of Your Marriage 8:07

19d ago8:07

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Hi friend! As we move through different seasons of marriage and life, it’s easy to find yourself focusing more on what’s not working than on what is—especially when responsibilities increase, and challenges arise. Over time, this pattern can slowly influence the atmosphere of your home, your mindset, and even the direction your marriage is heading.…

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EP 186 \\ Our Book Launch: A Couple's First Ten Years Is Officially Here! 3:15

26d ago3:15

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Hi friend! Today’s episode is a short but very exciting one — because our brand-new marriage book, A Couple’s First Ten Years, has officially launched! In this book, we open up about our first ten years of marriage: the highs and lows, the unexpected turns, and the faith that carried us through each season. We share honest, behind-the-scenes storie…

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Peg Pennington On Using Lean Management To Drive Strategic Alignment 33:21

29d ago33:21

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On this episode of Quality Time with MoreSteam, host Dan Swartwout shares highlights from a recent MoreSteam webinar with company president Peg Pennington. That webinar was titled "Driving Strategic Alignment with the Lean Management System." It was one of MoreSteam's most anticipated (and successful) webinars of the year. During her presentation, …

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EP 185 \\ Rebuilding Connection Through God’s Guidance: Courageous Moves for a Connected Marriage 14:13

1M ago14:13

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Hi friend, If you’ve been married for a while, you already know this truth: staying connected as a couple goes far beyond paying the bills, keeping the home running, or juggling everyday responsibilities. And yes, these are important. But if you’re longing for more intimacy, emotional closeness, and unity in your marriage, one powerful choice you c…

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EP 184 \\ Feeling Furious With Your Spouse? Pause and Ask These 5 Questions First 13:41

1M ago13:41

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Hi friend! Are you in a season of marriage where you feel deeply hurt or upset by something your spouse has said or done? Maybe you’re overwhelmed with anger and you’re trying to decide how to respond without escalating the situation or creating a bigger conflict. If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. We’re walking through five powerful…

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Lessons From Thirty Years of Quality Management with Steve Adams 28:22

1M ago28:22

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Steve Adams brings decades of real experience to Quality Time with MoreSteam. He graduated from West Point and served in the Army Corps of Engineers. Eventually, Steve spent thirty years at Procter & Gamble, where he drove improvement on a global scale. Along the way, Steve even got Deming's autograph. Yes, the W. Edwards Deming! Host Dan Swartwout…

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EP 183 \\ On the Verge of Giving Up on Your Marriage? Here are 5 Tips to Try 11:50

2M ago11:50

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Hi friend! Are you on the verge of giving up on your marriage? Have you been facing difficult challenges that are weighing you down? Does it seem like you are growing farther apart from each other with every passing day? If this is where you are right now, you are not alone. In this episode, I will be sharing 5 tips to try so you can start working …

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EP 182 \\ New Marriage Book: A Couple’s First Ten Years is Launching Soon! (Access a Free Chapter Today) 4:18

2M ago4:18

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Hi friend! In today’s short and exciting announcement episode, we’re sharing some big news — our brand-new marriage book, A Couple’s First Ten Years, is launching soon! This book is a tender, honest, and hope-filled look at our first decade of marriage: the highs, the lows, the unexpected turns, and the faith that carried us through each season. In…

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Dave Harry is The Process Whisperer 38:56

2M ago38:56

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On this episode of Quality Time with MoreSteam, Dave Harry joins the show. Dave is well known throughout the world of continuous improvement as "The Process Whisperer." Before becoming a Lean Six Sigma legend, Dave spent years as a US Navy helicopter pilot. He even gave Paul Newman a helicopter ride! (Yes, the Paul Newman.) As Dave explains, helico…

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EP 181 \\ Overcoming Fear Together: Trusting God in Your Marriage 13:41

2M ago13:41

13:41

Hi friend! Have you ever noticed how fear shows up in marriage? It’s not always loud or dramatic. Sometimes fear whispers. It looks like withholding how you really feel because you don’t want to be misunderstood. It appears as distance, when avoiding a hard conversation feels safer than being vulnerable. Fear builds walls—quietly, slowly, and over …

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EP 180 \\ Faith Beyond Sunday: Bringing What You Believe into Your Marriage 9:10

2M ago9:10

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Hi friend, Faith is more than a Sunday-morning declaration—it’s a daily walk. In this episode, we unpack what “living out your faith” really means, especially within marriage. Together, we’ll explore how to bring faith from words to action—in the way we speak, forgive, and serve each other every day. If you’ve ever wondered what faith looks like in…

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Change Management That Actually Works with Kim Scibelli 36:00

2M ago36:00

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On this episode of Quality Time with MoreSteam, Kim Scibelli joins the show. Kim is a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt who leads supply chain and operations at AVS Bio. And after coaching teams through transformations for years, Kim has learned that you can't "pizza party" your way to culture change. Why do people say they want things to get better but re…

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EP 179 \\ Who Do You Say Your Spouse Is? Seeing Each Other Through God’s Eyes in Marriage 11:11

3M ago11:11

11:11

Hi friend! Have you ever noticed how the way you see your spouse shapes the way you treat them? When you focus only on their flaws, your words can become sharp and your patience thin. But when you choose to see them through God’s eyes—through His love and grace—your heart softens, and your connection deepens. In this episode, we’re asking: Who do y…

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37 | How To Stop Yelling At Your Husband and Being Angry ALL THE TIME 25:30

3M ago25:30

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Learn why you keep yelling at your husband and what to do about it in this episode. ✨Book your Marriage Connection Coaching Call: https://links.jenniferfanning.co/widget/bookings/marriage-connection-coaching ✨ You love your family deeply, but in the heat of the moment, when you’re overwhelmed, overstimulated, and just plain exhausted — the yelling …

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EP 178 \\ 5 Practical Ways to Reaffirm Love and Deepen Intimacy in Marriage 9:18

3M ago9:18

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Hi friend! “Do you love me?” Jesus asked Peter this question three times by the fire—not because He doubted Peter’s heart, but because He wanted Peter to say it, to reaffirm it, to make it known. In marriage, that same question can linger unspoken: Do you love me? And, more importantly, how do I know? In this episode, we explore why reaffirming lov…

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Simulating Success with Dr. Lars Maaseidvaag 43:23

3M ago43:23

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On this episode of Quality Time with MoreSteam, Dr. Lars Maaseidvaag joins the show to talk about one of his areas of expertise, process modeling and discrete event simulation. Lars has worked in continuous improvement for over 30 years. He's also from Ann Arbor, Michigan, which creates some good natured tension when he talks to Ohio State graduate…

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36 | UNSEEN BY YOUR HUSBAND? This Will Help You Feel Appreciated and Build Connection in Your Christian Marriage 28:02

3M ago28:02

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This episode will help you feel seen by your husband. ✨Book your Marriage Connection Coaching Call: https://bit.ly/connectioncoachingcall ✨ Do you sometimes feel like your husband doesn’t get you? You don’t think he sees you, because if he truly did, he would help out more in the house and lighten your load. Right? I get you. I too have struggled w…

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EP 177 \\ Are You Really Listening? How to Hear Your Spouse’s Heart 9:12

3M ago9:12

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Hi friend! Have you ever been in a conversation with your spouse where you walked away thinking, “They just don’t get me”? Or maybe you thought you were listening, only to realize later that you completely missed the heart of what they were really saying. Listening isn’t just about words—it’s about understanding the language of the heart. In this e…

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35 | Resentment Could Be The Reason Intimacy is DEAD in Your Christian Marriage 16:20

3M ago16:20

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✨Book your Marriage Connection Coaching Call: https://bit.ly/connectioncoachingcall ✨ I have been having conversations with some women lately and I’ve noticed that resentment is one of the biggest root causes of communication breakdown and a lack of intimacy in their marriages. So if that is you, this episode is for you. We are going to talk about …

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EP 176 \\ Stop Waiting: Taking Responsibility to Restore Your Marriage 18:38

3M ago18:38

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Hi friend! Have you ever gone through a season in marriage where things just felt… off? Maybe a little distant, a little disconnected, or just kind of stuck? If so, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re kicking off our new Questions Jesus Asked series — exploring powerful questions from Scripture through the lens of marriage. Our first stop is J…

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Empathy Meets Efficiency with April Thomas 25:19

3M ago25:19

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On this episode of Quality Time with MoreSteam, April Thomas joins the show. Most Lean Six Sigma professionals didn't start their careers as hospice social workers. April did. April is a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt whose mission is to be an advocate, a catalyst, and a coach for transformational change. Being a hospice social worker taught her about e…

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EP 175 \\ 3 “Easily Overlooked” Habits Blocking a Deeper Connection in Marriage (It’s Probably Not What You Think) 9:35

3M ago9:35

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Hi friend, Even when there aren’t any “big” problems, couples can still feel a quiet distance. In this episode, we unpack three easily overlooked habits—certain patterns that act like barriers—that block couples from achieving a deeper connection in marriage. We’ve struggled with at least one of them ourselves, so if you recognize any of this, don’…

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34 | Feeling Discouraged in Your Marriage? Biblical Encouragement for the Godly Wife 38:44

4M ago38:44

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✨ Book Your 1-Hour MARRIAGE CONNECTION COACHING Have a question you need answered first? Email me: [email protected] Are you feeling discouraged in your marriage right now? You have prayed and cried out to God for help, and nothing seems to change. Friend, in this episode, I share Biblical encouragement to help you build a deeper trust in God…

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33 | Want Your Husband to Help Out More? 5 Tips to Encourage Him To Lighten Your Load 21:09

4M ago21:09

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✨ Book Your 1-Hour MARRIAGE CONNECTION COACHING Have a question you need answered first? Email me: [email protected] Are you carrying so much mental load in your home and marriage? Do you feel unsupported by your husband? You want to relax and enjoy the life God has blessed you with, but how can you let your hair down and have fun when there …

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EP 174 \\ How to Express Yourself in Marriage Without Causing Conflict 10:36

4M ago10:36

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Hi friend! Do you ever feel like when you try to share your feelings with your spouse, it doesn’t land the way you intended? Maybe you’re simply trying to resolve an issue and be honest, but instead your spouse reacts defensively, gets upset, or feels attacked. You don’t want to sweep things under the carpet—because you know that leads to resentmen…

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Making Conference Connections That Count with Brent Godwin 27:02

4M ago27:02

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Brent Godwin of The Lubrizol Corporation steps into the spotlight on this episode of Quality Time with MoreSteam. Earlier this year, Brent attended MoreSteam's Best Practices for Operational Excellence Conference (BP4OpX) for the very first time. At the conference, leaders in operational excellence and continuous improvement share best practices du…

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EP 173 \\ Husbands, Want to Grow Closer to Your Wife? Embrace These 3 Leadership Types 14:40

4M ago14:40

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Hi friend! If you’re a husband who desires to enjoy a deeper connection with his wife while also honouring God in your marriage, then this episode is for you. In this episode, I will be talking about leadership in the home, a debated topic in these modern times. Get ready to discover 3 types of leadership to embrace as a husband to improve the conn…

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32 | DON’T FEEL LIKE HAVING SEX? Heal Physical Intimacy in Your Christian Marriage as a Godly Wife 29:56

4M ago29:56

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✨ Book Your 1-Hour MARRIAGE CONNECTION COACHING Have a question you need answered first? Email me: [email protected] Hey friend, do you and your husband struggle with intimacy? Maybe he wants to have more sex, but your body freezes up when he touches you. Or you are exhausted after a long day of work and taking care of the kids, so you just w…

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EP 172 \\ Stop Doing This One Thing If You Want a Deeper Marriage Connection 15:45

4M ago15:45

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Hi friend! We all know that building a thriving marriage takes effort. And when we think about strengthening our relationships, we often jump straight to the “how-to” tips — more date nights, better communication, deeper intimacy. But what if there’s something you need to stop doing first? Over the years, we’ve realized that sometimes, in order to …

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Keep Asking Why with Eric Olsen 27:39

4M ago27:39

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Dan welcomes back Eric Olson to Quality Time with MoreSteam. Eric is a professor of industrial technology at Cal Poly State University and lead of the Future of People at Work Initiative. In this episode, the conversation shifts focus from AI to workplace dynamics and lean education. At the start of the conversation, generational differences in tod…

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31 | Carrying Too Much? 5 Simple Tips to Release Control and STOP Being an Overwhelmed Christian Wife 21:59

4M ago21:59

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✨ Book Your 1-Hour MARRIAGE CONNECTION COACHING Have a question you need answered first? Email me: [email protected] Hey girl, do you ever feel like you are always “on”? Girl, do you ever feel like you never get a moment to yourself? From the second your kids wake up until bedtime, you’re on duty — meeting everyone’s needs and carrying the me…

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EP 171 \\ Strengthen Your Marriage with This Simple Shift...Even If You're Low on Time! 12:18

4M ago12:18

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Hi friend! Feel like you’re juggling a million things—kids, work, home life—and your marriage sometimes takes the backseat? In this episode, you will discover ONE simple shift that can help strengthen your marriage starting today… even if you’re raising a family and don’t have a lot of time to spare. It's something that has helped us grow in our re…

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30 | DOES YOUR PERIOD TURN YOU INTO DRACULA? 5 Tips To Get Your Husband to Support You When You Are On Your Period 24:41

4M ago24:41

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Do you feel like Dracula or Cruella de Vil when you are on your period? You try to be patient with your husband and kids, but between the period cramps and the emotional rollercoaster, you end up yelling and then crying about it in the bathroom because you feel awful. Today, I’m sharing 3 ways I let my husband support me when I’m on my period. Peri…

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EP 170 \\ Increased Misunderstandings in Marriage: 3 Root Causes You Might Be Overlooking (And What to Do Instead) 13:23

5M ago13:23

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Hi friend! Are you feeling frustrated by the growing misunderstandings in your marriage that seem to be pulling you and your spouse further apart? If so, you're not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing 3 possible reasons why these misunderstandingsq may be happening more often — and what you can do to change the narrative in your relationship. Alrig…

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The Efficiency Engine That Powers Make-A-Wish with Taylor Pack 51:33

5M ago51:33

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On this episode of Quality Time with MoreSteam, Dan Swartwout welcomes Taylor Pack, Senior Manager of Process at the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Taylor started her career working retail at Cracker Barrel. She became a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt through her experience at Bridgestone and the U.S. Coast Guard. Now she uses continuous improvement to …

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29 | YOU DON'T NEED A BABYSITTER TO HAVE FUN - 6 Steps to Find Excitement in Your Marriage One Date Night at a Time 21:08

5M ago21:08

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Friend, are you and your husband in the thick of parenthood and you can’t find time for date nights? Maybe you have small children and can’t find anyone you can trust to watch your kids so you can go on dates. Girl, I get it. As busy working parents of two, my husband and I are still able to enjoy our marriage and have date nights at home most week…

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EP 169 \\ Feeling Unheard in Your Marriage? 2 Hidden Communication Mistakes That Could Be Blocking Real Connection 11:16

5M ago11:16

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Hi friend, Have you ever tried to express something important to your spouse—only to feel like your words aren’t landing? That disconnect can be incredibly frustrating, especially when all you want is to feel heard, seen, and understood by the person you love. Over the years, we've realized that sometimes it’s not just what we say—but how we say it…

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28 | The ONE Phrase that FIXED Communication Breakdown in my Marriage and Built Connection 13:10

5M ago13:10

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Do you and your husband find it hard to talk about important issues without it leading to an argument? Do you feel unheard in your marriage because your husband just doesn't understand you? If so, this episode is for you. Today, I’m going to be sharing with you the one phrase that my husband and I use to help us communicate better and understand ea…

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EP 168 \\ Marriage & Submission: Debunking the Lies That Divide Us 17:44

5M ago17:44

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Hi friend! Submission has picked up a lot of baggage over the years—and not all of it is biblical. In this episode, we’re unpacking some of the most common lies about submission in marriage, including the belief that it means passivity, weakness, or one-sided obedience. It’s time to strip away the distortions, return to Scripture, and rediscover th…

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Making Things Better For Everyone with Josh Howell 53:29

5M ago53:29

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On this episode of Quality Time with MoreSteam, host Dan Swartwout welcomes Josh Howell, President of the Lean Enterprise Institute. Josh went from Starbucks barista to leading lean transformations at thousands of locations worldwide. Now he's working alongside lean legends Jim Womack, John Shook, and Peter Ward. Josh shares how his store was rando…

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EP 167 \\ Why You Shouldn’t Wait for Your Spouse to Get On Board Before Working on Your Marriage 10:57

5M ago10:57

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Hi friend, We often hear that it takes two committed individuals to make a marriage work but what if we told you that it takes one courageous spouse willing to make the move towards progress to begin this process. Being a courageous spouse means choosing to partner with God and making courageous moves needed for a more loving & connected marriage…e…

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EP 166 \\ The Fight We Don’t Remember...But Will Never Forget (Anniversary Gift Inside!) 5:50

6M ago5:50

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Hi friend! Have you ever had a fight in your marriage so intense that you don’t even remember what started it—but you’ll never forget how it made you feel? In this short but heartfelt anniversary episode, David and Ebun get vulnerable about one unforgettable moment in their marriage—the turning point that moved them from disconnection and conflict …

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When AI Becomes Your Study Buddy with Eric Olsen 28:11

6M ago28:11

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On this episode of Quality Time with MoreSteam, host Dan Swartwout welcomes Eric Olsen, Professor of Industrial Technology at Cal Poly State University. Eric spent 20 years in industry with companies like Caterpillar and Hewlett Packard before jumping into academia. Dan started the interview with a bunch of questions about Lean, but the conversatio…

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The Untapped Power of Conversation Data: A Conversation with Chano Fernandez, Former CEO of Workday 46:59

6M ago46:59

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Conversations with customers have always been a critical source of insight. But until recently, most of that knowledge was trapped—unstructured, unanalyzed, and underutilized. In this episode, Chano Fernandez, former CEO of Workday and current co-CEO of Eightfold, and Vasu Prathipati, CEO of MaestroQA, have a candid conversation about how modern le…

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27 | You and Your Husband Not on the Same Page? Use The T.E.L.L. Method to Submit So You Can Build Intimacy in Your Christian Marriage 8:29

6M ago8:29

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Hey girl, if you and your husband struggle to be on the same page, or make decisions without having conflicts and fighting in your marriage, this episode is for you. I am sharing FOUR simple steps you can follow to help you submit to your husband’s leadership as a Christian wife and make decisions quickly. Because when you submit as a godly wife, y…

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EP 165 \\ From Frustration to Reconnection: Navigating Unmet Expectations in Marriage 11:01

6M ago11:01

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Hi friend! When we get married—and as the years go by—we bring expectations into the relationship. Some are spoken, others unspoken. But what happens when those expectations aren’t met? Disappointment can quietly build up and create distance, especially when it happens repeatedly. But here’s the truth: how we respond to unmet expectations can eithe…

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