InSight Out
Religion & Spirituality
About
Think, See, and Live Differently. As God reveals His truth and removes the blinders that keep us from seeing clearly, He calls us not only to reflect on these truths when we rise, when we lie down, and in all we do, but by His Spirit to proclaim the gospel and live in faithful obedience in every area of life. Faith In Everything. As Deuteronomy 6:6-7 reminds us, “These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.” Faith transforms us from the inside out. As the gospel we proclaim takes root, it changes how we see ourselves, others, and the world. And it becomes evident in what we think, what we say, and what we do. This is more than a podcast; it’s a way of life. A call to see life InSight Out; to live as we were created to live, to flourish as God intends, and to build our lives on the unshakable foundation of His Word. Because how we live matters.
Episodes
- Instant Answers, Missing Connection | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 212
The episode discusses how instant information, like an app identifying coins, may lead to a loss of deeper understanding and connection, even in faith. It prompts listeners to consider if they seek quick answers or a more intentional relat…
- When “More” Still Feels Empty | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 211
Episode 211 of The InSight Out Show discusses the paradox of feeling empty amidst material abundance, using a celebrity's home as an example. It questions societal pursuits and prompts reflection on lasting life fulfillment, referencing Ec…
- Dream Big, But Build Wisely | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 210
This episode discusses the importance of wisdom in decision-making, exploring the balance between ambition and practical considerations. It uses the example of a woman digging a tunnel under her home to illustrate the point.
- Too Many Choices, Not Enough Satisfaction | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 209
This episode discusses the oversaturation of choices, particularly in streaming content, and its effect on personal satisfaction. It prompts reflection on consumption habits and simplification.
- When Plans Fall Apart | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 208
This episode of The InSight Out Show discusses coping when plans fall apart, using an anecdote about a family pet eating cash as an example. It explores finding peace and contentment in unexpected situations, drawing on Philippians 4:12.
- Yes, You Can Bring Your Own Cup | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 207
Episode 207 of The InSight Out Show, titled "Yes, You Can Bring Your Own Cup," discusses the option to bring personal cups for drink orders, including mobile orders. The conversation explores the balance between convenience and intentional…
- We’re Still Standing | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 206
The episode discusses overcoming challenges and finding peace amidst difficulties. It encourages listeners to reflect on their resilience and consider their outlook for the upcoming year.
- Everything I Wear Is Outdated | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 205
This episode of InSight Out discusses the fleeting nature of fashion trends. It prompts listeners to consider what aspects of their lives are influenced by trends versus unchanging truths, referencing a biblical scripture.
- Not Everything Is Falling Apart | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 204
This episode of InSight Out discusses the common perception of decline in faith and church, contrasting it with evidence of growing spiritual curiosity, especially among teenagers. It encourages listeners to notice positive spiritual devel…
- Can a Person Really Change? | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 203
This episode of The InSight Out Show explores the concept of personal transformation that goes beyond gradual self-improvement. It discusses how individuals can experience a complete change in their lives, leading to a new creation.
- The TSA Line Nobody Was Using | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 202
This InSight Out episode discusses crowd behavior and clear thinking, using an empty TSA line as an illustration. It also connects this idea to Proverbs 3:5-6.
- More Than Change: A Life Made New | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 201
This episode discusses a man's transformation from homelessness and addiction. It explores the nature of true change, contrasting it with gradual self-improvement.
- Digital Bible vs. Print: What the Research Actually Found | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 200
This episode discusses research comparing digital and print Bible reading. A study found that digital Bible readers were more likely to feel confused after reading and want to re-study the passage.
- Someone Called 911 Because Their Cat Was Holding Them Hostage | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 199
This episode of The InSight Out Show discusses frivolous 911 calls. It also considers the biblical proverb, Proverbs 17:14, regarding the escalation of disputes.
- $81,000 Per Person and Things Are Getting Worse. What Are We Missing? | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 198
This episode of The InSight Out Show examines New York City's per-person spending on homelessness and questions the effectiveness of current strategies. It explores the difference between truly helpful interventions and those that only cre…
- “Adopt, Don’t Shop”—So Why Are Good Families Being Denied Dogs? | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 197
This episode explores the growing tension in the animal rescue world regarding dog adoptions. It discusses instances where good families are denied dogs due to stringent rules and technicalities, questioning if systems designed for good ha…
- They Got Scammed First. So They Cheated Back. Now They Owe $50K | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 196
This episode of The InSight Out Show, titled "They Got Scammed First. So They Cheated Back. Now They Owe $50K," discusses businesses that faced fraudulent reviews. It explores the repercussions of their decision to retaliate with their own…
- Your Body Starts Recovering 20 Minutes After the Last Cigarette | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 195
This episode of InSight Out discusses the body's recovery process after quitting smoking, detailing health improvements that begin as early as 20 minutes after the last cigarette. It examines the timeline of these changes and explores the…
- The Stroller That Drives Itself (And What That Says About Us) | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 194
This episode examines a new self-driving stroller, featuring smart braking and a "Find My Baby" feature. It explores the questions raised when technology replaces aspects of parenting, referencing Deuteronomy 6:6-7.
- The Strawberry Solution We Didn’t See Coming | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 193
This episode discusses an edible coating, made from strawberries, squid shells, and pomegranate peels, that helps fruit stay fresh longer. The coating extends the shelf life of strawberries without changing their appearance, smell, or tast…
- You’ll Never Guess What This Toilet Paper Used to Be | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 192
A new product in Japan is converting used diapers into toilet paper. The process involves sterilizing, deodorizing, and transforming the material for reuse.
- Would You Want to Know What Your Sleep Says About Your Future? | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 191
This episode explores a new AI tool that predicts over 100 potential diseases by analyzing sleep patterns. It also discusses the implications of knowing one's future health predictions.
- She Fed the Homeless. Then They Arrested Her. | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 190
Norma Thornton, 78, is facing arrest for feeding the homeless in an Arizona park. A city ordinance requires a permit that she did not have. A volunteer attorney has taken her case.
- What No Rehab Could Do, God Did | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 189
This episode of The InSight Out Show features a man's transformation from homelessness and addiction, attributed to a moment described as being "grabbed by God." It raises questions about the nature of personal change, distinguishing betwe…
- A Cleft Lip and a God Wink | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 188
This episode of The InSight Out Show, titled "A Cleft Lip and a God Wink," explores an unexpected adoption and the connections that led to it. It discusses seeing divine alignment in seemingly random events and encourages reflection on per…
- They Can’t Turn the Lights Off | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 187
A Massachusetts high school has experienced a technology failure where thousands of lights have been running nonstop for nearly two years
- 5,126 Failures. Then This. | The InSight Out Show | Ep. 186
This episode of the InSight Out podcast examines the concept of failure and its contribution to success. The discussion includes examples of persistence and reflects on the view that setbacks can be valuable experiences.
- Trying to Do Something Good Can Get You In Trouble | Anchor Points | Ep. 185
This episode discusses Norma Thornton, a 78-year-old grandmother cited for feeding the homeless in a park without a permit. A new city ordinance requires costly permits, only valid one day per month, and mandates the use of a commercial ki…
- The Wrong Whole Foods Problem | The InSight Out Show
This episode of The InSight Out Show explores the common problem of accidentally sending deliveries to the wrong location. The host discusses how app functionalities that remember previous addresses and a lack of double-checking contribute…
- Sometimes the Assignment Finds You | The InSight Out Show
This episode features Devin as he discusses a story illustrating the significance of attention, compassion, and what occurs when individuals choose to intervene. The narrative emphasizes the impact of presence and how small moments can alt…
- The Internet Won’t Let You Read Anymore | The InSight Out Show
This episode discusses how the internet, particularly search engines, is shifting away from text-based content. The hosts explore the implications of this shift on reading habits, attention spans, and the engagement with written articles.
- This Diet Trend Has Gone Too Far | The InSight Out Show
This episode of The InSight Out Show discusses the "plastic wrap diet," a viral trend involving pretending to eat food through plastic wrap. The conversation explores what this trend reveals about people's relationship with food and how fo…
- That’s Not Actually Maple Syrup | The InSight Out Show
This episode of The InSight Out Show explores the differences between real maple syrup and artificial syrup substitutes. It also touches on general food consumption habits and syrup storage.
- The Formula for a Good Life Still Falls Short | The InSight Out Show
This InSight Out episode examines the "Success Sequence" for a good life, discussing its promises and limitations. It explores the tension between wisdom and grace when life does not follow a specific order.
- The Chocolate Chip Test That Changed How I See AI | The InSight Out Show
Devin reflects on AI and human thinking, prompted by a grocery store experience. The episode explores the potential costs of convenience and its impact on brain activity, referencing research on AI.
- You’re Consuming Everything But Absorbing Nothing | The InSight Out Show
This episode of InSight Out discusses the impact of distracted media consumption on attention and spiritual life. It explores how entertainment is changing due to viewers being only half-present.
- Can People Tell You're Wearing Jesus? | The InSight Out Show
This episode discusses the "quiet luxury" fashion trend, where expensive clothing is devoid of visible branding, and draws parallels to how individuals signal their values and beliefs. It explores how people use subtle cues to express thei…
- The Most Exhausting Decade of Life? | The InSight Out Show
This episode of The InSight Out Show discusses why the 40s may be the most exhausting decade of life, focusing on the "sandwich generation" and the convergence of family and work responsibilities. It also explores finding purpose and satis…
- When Did Basic Courtesy Disappear? | The InSight Out Show | Quick Takes
This episode of The InSight Out Show discusses the disappearance of basic courtesy. It explores whether policies are needed for common consideration, citing examples of public behavior and posing questions about everyday respect.
- Quick Update: Changes at InSight Out (And Some Exciting News)
The InSight Out Podcast shares updates including the new Anchor Points podcast, expansion of the InSight Out show content, and InSight Out Media's transition to a nonprofit organization.
- Anchor Points Is Moving Out | Anchor Points Devotional
Devin Almonte provides updates on InSight Out Media, including the separation of Anchor Points into its own podcast and the expansion of the media company as a nonprofit entity. The episode also discusses the importance of sustainable Chri…
- Anchor Points | Ep. 171 | Not Everything Is Yours to Wear
This episode of InSight Out discusses the concept of trying to make things work that don't fit, using the metaphor of a sweater. It explores themes of embracing individuality and not conforming to external expectations, referencing Psalm 1…
- Anchor Points | Ep. 170 | The Noise Is Stealing Your Peace and You Don’t Even Realize It
This episode explores the impact of constant noise and digital stimulation on our well-being. It discusses how pervasive soundscapes and continuous alerts can lead to restlessness and a lack of peace, contrasting this with the concept of t…
- Anchor Points | Ep. 169 | Why Nothing in Your Life Feels Finished Right Now
This episode of InSight Out discusses the feeling of unfinishedness in life. It references Philippians 1:6, suggesting that God finishes the work He starts and encourages listeners to trust this process.
- The InSight Out Show | Ep. 168 | A Principal Used Hypnosis on Students. Three Later Died. Was There a Connection?
This episode explores the story of a high school principal who hypnotized students, leading to questions about authority and responsibility after three students died. Investigators did not establish a connection between the hypnosis and th…
- Anchor Points | Ep. 167 | The Smoke Was There All Along…Why Do We Ignore the Warning Signs?
This episode of InSight Out discusses how people often ignore warning signs, leading to larger crises. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and responding to early indicators, both in daily life and in matters of faith, to prevent n…
- Anchor Points | Ep. 166 | Feel Outmatched? Before You Disqualify Yourself...
This episode of InSight Out discusses the feeling of being outmatched and immediately disqualifying oneself. It uses the analogy of the tortoise and the hare to encourage listeners to persevere and focus on their own path rather than compa…
- The InSight Out Show | Ep. 165 | Are We Still Citizens?
This episode explores civic participation and responsibility, beginning with jury duty. It discusses how fewer people are engaging in civic duties and community spaces, contrasting this with increased online expression. The episode also to…
- Anchor Points | Ep. 164 | When You Apologize and They Still Won’t Forgive You
This episode of InSight Out discusses situations where apologies are not accepted. It explores personal responsibility in forgiveness and the concept of peace when reconciliation is not mutual, or cannot be, mutual.
- Anchor Points | Ep. 163 | The Easiest Way to Lose the Battle With Temptation
Devin discusses how to reduce temptation by creating distance and setting boundaries. The episode explores the concept of pre-emptively avoiding temptation rather than fighting it directly.