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Blooming in the Ruins

How Mexican Philosophy Can Guide Us toward the Good Life (Guides to the Good Life)

by Carlos Alberto Sánchez ...

Narrated by Tim Morgan ...

Unabridged

7 hours 24 min

An introduction to major themes in 20th century Mexican philosophy, offering an array of fascinating concepts, from recommending cultivating a rival as a source of motivation to reminding us to respect other people on their own terms.When we think of philosophy that can guide us in our everyday lives, we are more likely to think of Ancient Greece or Rome than we are 20th-century Mexico. But ... Read more

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An introduction to major themes in 20th century Mexican philosophy, offering an array of fascinating concepts, from recommending cultivating a rival as a source of motivation to reminding us to respect other people on their own terms.When we think of philosophy that can guide us in our everyday lives, we are more likely to think of Ancient Greece or Rome than we are 20th-century Mexico. But
... Read more
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Particles of Truth

A Story of Discovery, Controversy, and the Fight for Healthy Air

by C. Arden Pope III, Douglas W. Dockery ...

Narrated by Tim Morgan ...

Unabridged

6 hours 24 min

A compelling, real-life account of how scientists uncovered air pollution’s deadly impact on human health—and the contentious battles to use key scientific evidence in the critical fight for clean air.Particles of Truth is a riveting account of the discovery of the critical health effects of air pollution told by Arden Pope and Douglas Dockery, who have been at the forefront of air pollution and ... Read more

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A compelling, real-life account of how scientists uncovered air pollution’s deadly impact on human health—and the contentious battles to use key scientific evidence in the critical fight for clean air.Particles of Truth is a riveting account of the discovery of the critical health effects of air pollution told by Arden Pope and Douglas Dockery, who have been at the forefront of air pollution and
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The AI Conundrum

Harnessing the Power of AI for Your Organization--Profitably and Safely

by Caleb Briggs, Rex Briggs ...

Narrated by Tim Morgan ...

Unabridged

7 hours 27 min

A timely, practical guide to AI—its strengths, weaknesses, and real-world applications—for business professionals and policymakers.Artificial intelligence, or AI, can recognize a pattern from any set of data it is given, which is what makes it such an extraordinarily powerful tool. But because not all patterns are authentic or reliable, AI’s pattern-finding superpower can lead to spurious patterns ... Read more

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A timely, practical guide to AI—its strengths, weaknesses, and real-world applications—for business professionals and policymakers.Artificial intelligence, or AI, can recognize a pattern from any set of data it is given, which is what makes it such an extraordinarily powerful tool. But because not all patterns are authentic or reliable, AI’s pattern-finding superpower can lead to spurious patterns
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Victorious in a Dark World

by Tim Morgan ...

Matthias and his beloved Jerusha stood hand in hand, looking across the Jordan River at the lush land God had promised to Abraham and his descendants generations earlier. They met as fourteen-year-olds following Moses through the Red Sea, and the bond between them had never faded.Neither of them could have imagined that the events ahead would become some of the most famous moments in history. ... Read more

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Matthias and his beloved Jerusha stood hand in hand, looking across the Jordan River at the lush land God had promised to Abraham and his descendants generations earlier. They met as fourteen-year-olds following Moses through the Red Sea, and the bond between them had never faded.Neither of them could have imagined that the events ahead would become some of the most famous moments in history.
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Escape to Port Douglas and Cairns: 14 Days in Australia

Travel Treasures, #2

by Tim Morgan, Leeann Morgan ...

Series Book 2 - Travel Treasures
Australia, the world's sixth-largest country, is a land of diverse landscapes, vibrant cultures, and iconic landmarks. Located in the Southern Hemisphere, it's a vast island continent surrounded by the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Known for its sprawling outback, pristine beaches, and unique wildlife, Australia is a destination that offers something for every type of traveler.In the far northeastern ... Read more

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Australia, the world's sixth-largest country, is a land of diverse landscapes, vibrant cultures, and iconic landmarks. Located in the Southern Hemisphere, it's a vast island continent surrounded by the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Known for its sprawling outback, pristine beaches, and unique wildlife, Australia is a destination that offers something for every type of traveler.In the far northeastern
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Life with Jesus: Youth Edition

A Discipleship Course for Teens

by Tim Chester, Katy Morgan ...

Illustrated by Jason Ramasami ...

What is it actually like to live with Jesus at the center of your life?This 12-session youth discipleship course covers all the basics of what it means to be a Christian. It also explores what living your life with Jesus in charge actually looks like and why it’s “life to the full”.These easy-to-lead sessions are designed to promote lively discussion and get into the practicalities of following ... Read more

$6.99 USD

What is it actually like to live with Jesus at the center of your life?This 12-session youth discipleship course covers all the basics of what it means to be a Christian. It also explores what living your life with Jesus in charge actually looks like and why it’s “life to the full”.These easy-to-lead sessions are designed to promote lively discussion and get into the practicalities of following
... Read more
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Private Power and Democracy's Decline

How to Make Capitalism Support Democracy

by Mordecai Kurz ...

Narrated by Tim Morgan ...

Unabridged

10 hours 12 min

Why unregulated free-market capitalism endangers democracy—and what to do about it.In Private Power and Democracy’s Decline, Mordecai Kurz explores the relationship between free-market capitalism and democracy. He shows that technology has made capitalism different from what was envisioned in the Age of Enlightenment. Technology creates centers of market power and monopoly concentration that ... Read more

$29.99 USD

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Why unregulated free-market capitalism endangers democracy—and what to do about it.In Private Power and Democracy’s Decline, Mordecai Kurz explores the relationship between free-market capitalism and democracy. He shows that technology has made capitalism different from what was envisioned in the Age of Enlightenment. Technology creates centers of market power and monopoly concentration that
... Read more

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If God Won Our Elections

by Tim Morgan ...

Is America a nation under God or a nation getting over God? In the United States, the Christian cause is in full retreat: Courts enshrine the counterfeit right of same-sex marriage Prayer, long since made illegal in public school, is increasingly pushed from other public places and occasions Policies of the social welfare state owe more to the principles of Robin Hood than of Jesus Crosses, ... Read more

$3.99 USD

Is America a nation under God or a nation getting over God? In the United States, the Christian cause is in full retreat: Courts enshrine the counterfeit right of same-sex marriage Prayer, long since made illegal in public school, is increasingly pushed from other public places and occasions Policies of the social welfare state owe more to the principles of Robin Hood than of Jesus Crosses,
... Read more
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The Infinet

by John Akers ...

Narrated by Tim Morgan ...

Series Audiobook 1 - The Trivial Game
Unabridged

9 hours 52 min

The world's most powerful AI has some bad news for humanity.Oreste Pax, famed inventor of the Univiz, is in trouble. His mixed-reality glasses have replaced smartphones and computers and made him the head of the biggest technology company in the world. But after a decade at the top, his position is being challenged by disgruntled shareholders, and he needs to come up with something big to prove he ... Read more

$24.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

The world's most powerful AI has some bad news for humanity.Oreste Pax, famed inventor of the Univiz, is in trouble. His mixed-reality glasses have replaced smartphones and computers and made him the head of the biggest technology company in the world. But after a decade at the top, his position is being challenged by disgruntled shareholders, and he needs to come up with something big to prove he
... Read more
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When the Garden Was Eden

Clyde, the Captain, Dollar Bill, and the Glory Days of the New York Knicks

by Harvey Araton ...

Narrated by Tim Morgan ...

Unabridged

10 hours 57 min

“Brilliant . . . smartly written, featuring tons of interviews with the Knicks of the Phil Jackson-Clyde-Reed era.” — New York Magazine“Harvey Araton has evocatively rendered the team that New York never stops pining for—the Old Knicks. More than a nostalgic chronicle . . . it’s a portrait of a group of proud, idiosyncratic men and the city that needed them."" — Jonathan Mahler, author of Ladies ... Read more

$28.99 USD

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“Brilliant . . . smartly written, featuring tons of interviews with the Knicks of the Phil Jackson-Clyde-Reed era.” — New York Magazine“Harvey Araton has evocatively rendered the team that New York never stops pining for—the Old Knicks. More than a nostalgic chronicle . . . it’s a portrait of a group of proud, idiosyncratic men and the city that needed them."" — Jonathan Mahler, author of Ladies
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The Essentials of Excellence

Timeless Principles to Achieve Greatness

by Dale C. Bronner ...

Narrated by Tim Morgan ...

Unabridged

2 hours 50 min

The Essentials of Excellence was designed for busy leaders and other committed individuals who are passionate about pursuing excellence—not just in one area but across all dimensions of life. Whether in relation to personal endeavors, work, relationships, or spirituality, the pursuit of excellence is a journey that enriches and transforms us.This book extracts the principles, values, and practices ... Read more

$18.99 USD

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The Essentials of Excellence was designed for busy leaders and other committed individuals who are passionate about pursuing excellence—not just in one area but across all dimensions of life. Whether in relation to personal endeavors, work, relationships, or spirituality, the pursuit of excellence is a journey that enriches and transforms us.This book extracts the principles, values, and practices
... Read more

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Social Capital in Healthcare

How Trust and Teamwork Drive Organizational Excellence

by Thomas H. Lee, MD ...

Narrated by Tim Morgan ...

Unabridged

4 hours 31 min

Harness the power of social capital to improve the efficacy and efficiency of healthcare organizationsWritten by Thomas Lee, Chief Medical Officer at Press Ganey, Social Capital in Healthcare describes a new and powerful framework for improving healthcare, arguing that managers should approach the work of building trust, teamwork, and high reliability with the same intensity and discipline as CFOs ... Read more

$29.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Harness the power of social capital to improve the efficacy and efficiency of healthcare organizationsWritten by Thomas Lee, Chief Medical Officer at Press Ganey, Social Capital in Healthcare describes a new and powerful framework for improving healthcare, arguing that managers should approach the work of building trust, teamwork, and high reliability with the same intensity and discipline as CFOs
... Read more