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In this episode of Welcome to Cloudlandia, we explore how Miles Copeland, manager of The Police, turned Sting's unmarketable song "Desert Rose" into a 28-million-dollar advertising campaign without spending a dime. The story reveals a powerful principle most businesses miss—the difference between approaching companies at the purchasing department versus the receiving dock. Dan introduces his concept that successful entrepreneurs make two fundamental decisions: they're responsible for their own financial security, and they create value before expecting opportunity. This "receiving dock" mentality—showing up with completed value rather than asking for money upfront—changes everything about how business gets done. We also explore how AI is accelerating adaptation to change, using tariff policies as an unexpected example of how quickly markets and entire provinces can adjust when forced to. We discuss the future of pharmaceutical TV advertising, why Canada's interprovincial trade barriers fell in 60 days, and touch on everything from the benefits of mandatory service to Gavin Newsom's 2028 positioning. Throughout, Charlotte (my AI assistant) makes guest appearances, instantly answering our curiosities. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS How Miles Copeland got $28M in free advertising for Sting by giving Jaguar a music video instead of asking for payment. Why approaching the "receiving dock" with completed value beats going to the "purchasing department" with requests. Dan's two fundamental entrepreneur decisions: take responsibility for your financial security and create value before expecting opportunity. How AI is accelerating adaptation, from tariff responses to Canada eliminating interprovincial trade barriers in 60 days. Why pharmaceutical advertising might disappear from television in 3-4 years and what it means for the industry. Charlotte the AI making guest appearances as the ultimate conversation tiebreaker and Google bypass. Links: WelcomeToCloudlandia.com StrategicCoach.com DeanJackson.com ListingAgentLifestyle.com TRANSCRIPT (AI transcript provided as supporting material and may contain errors) Dean Jackson: Mr. Sullivan, Dan Sullivan: Good morning. Good morning. Dean Jackson: Good morning. Good morning. Our best to you this morning. Boy, you haven't heard that in a long time, have you? Dan Sullivan: Yeah. What was that? Dean Jackson: KE double LO Double G, Kellogg's. Best to you. Dan Sullivan: There you go. Dean Jackson: Yes, Dan Sullivan: There you go. Dean Jackson: I thought you might enjoy that as Dan Sullivan: An admin, the advertise. I bet everybody who created that is dead. Dean Jackson: I think you're probably right. Dan Sullivan: Yeah. I was just noticing that. Jaguar, did you follow the Jaguar brand change? Dean Jackson: No. What happened just recently? Dan Sullivan: Yeah. Basically maybe 24. They decided to completely rebrand. Since the rebranding, they've sold almost no cars and they fired their marketing. That's problem. Problem. Yeah. You can look it up on YouTube. There's about 25 P mode autopsies. Dean Jackson: Wow. Dan Sullivan: Where Dean Jackson: People are talking mean must. It's true. Because they haven't, there's nothing. It's pretty amazing, actually, when you think about it. The only thing, the evidence that you have that Jaguar even exists is when you see the Waymo taxis in Phoenix. Dan Sullivan: Is that Jaguar? Dean Jackson: They're Jaguars. Yeah. Dan Sullivan: I didn't know that. Yeah. Well, yeah, they just decided that they needed an upgrade. They needed to bring it into the 21st century. Couldn't have any of that traditional British, that traditional British snobby sort of thing. So yeah, when they first, they brought out this, I can't even say it was a commercial, because it wasn't clear that they were selling anything, but they had all these androgynous figures. You couldn't quite tell what their gender was. And they're dressed up in sort of electric colors, electric greens and reds, and not entirely clear what they were doing. Not entirely clear what they were trying to create, not were they selling something, didn't really know this. But not only are they, and then they brought out a new electric car, an ev. This was all for the sake of reading out their, and people said, nothing new here. Nothing new here. Not particularly interesting. Has none of the no relationship to the classic Jaguar look and everything. And as a result of that, not only are they not selling the new EV car, they're not selling any of their other models either. Dean Jackson: I can't even remember the last time you saw it. Betsy Vaughn, who runs our 90 minute book team, she has one of those Jaguar SUV things like the Waymo one. She is the last one I've seen in the wild. But my memory of Jaguar has always, in the nineties and the early two thousands, Jaguar was always distinct. You could always tell something was a Jaguar and you could never tell what year it was. I mean, it was always unique and you could tell it wasn't the latest model because they look kind of distinctly timeless. And that was something that was really, and even the color palettes of them were different. I think about that green that they had. And interesting story about Jaguar, because I listened to a podcast called How I Built This, and they had one of my, I would say this is one of my top five podcasts ever that I've listened to is an interview with Miles Copeland, who was the manager of the police, the band. And in the seventies when the police were just getting started, miles, who was the brother of Stuart Copeland, the drummer for the police. He was their manager, and he was new to managing. He was new to the business. He only got in it because his brother was in the band, and they needed a manager. So he took over. But he was very, very smart about the things that he did. He mentioned that he realized on reflection that the number one job of a manager is to make sure that people know your band exists. And then he thought, well, that's true. But there are people, it's more important that the 400 event bookers in the UK know that my band exists. And he started a magazine that only was distributed to the 400 Bookers. It looked like a regular magazine, but he only distributed it to 400 people. And it was like the big, that awareness for them. But I'll tell you that story, just to tell you that in the early two thousands when Sting was a solo artist, and he had launched a new album, and the first song on the album was a song called Desert Rose, which started out with a Arabic. It was collaboration with an Arabic singer. So the song starts out with this Arabic voice singing Arabic, an Arabic cry sort of thing. And this was right in the fall of 2001. And Speaker 1: Yeah, that's a good, Dean Jackson: They could not get any airplay on radio airplay. You couldn't get American airplay of a song that starts out with an Arabic wailing Arabic language. And so they shot a video for this song with Chebe was the guy, the Che Mumbai, I guess is the singer. So they shot a video and they were just driving through the desert between Palm Springs and Las Vegas, and they used the brand new Jaguar that had just been released, and it was really like a stunning car. It was a beautiful car that was, I think, peak Jaguar. And when Miles saw the video, he said, that's a beautiful car. And they saw the whole video. He thought you guys just made a car commercial. And he went to Jaguar and said, Hey, we just shot this video, and it's a beautiful, highlights your car, and if you want to use it in advertising, I'll give you the video. If you can make the ad look like it's an ad for Sting's new album. I can't get airplay on it now. So Jaguar looked at it. He went to the ad agency that was running Jaguar, and they loved it, loved the idea, and they came back to Miles and said, we'd love it. Here's what we edited. Here's what we did. And it looks like a music video. But kids, when was basically kids dream of being rock stars, and what do rock stars dream of? And they dream of Jaguars, right? And it was this, all the while playing this song, which looked like a music video with the thing in the corner saying from the new album, A Brand New Day by Sting. And so it looked like a music video for Sting, and they showed him an ad schedule that they were going to purchase 28 million of advertising with this. They were going to back it with a 28 million ad spend. And so he got 28 million of advertising for Stings album for free by giving them the video. And I thought, man, that is so, it was brilliant. Lucky, lucky. It was a VCR. Yeah. Lucky, Dan Sullivan: Lucky, lucky. Dean Jackson: It was a VCR collaboration. Perfectly executed. Dan Sullivan: Yeah. Yeah. It just shows that looking backwards capability, what I can say something that was just lucky looks like capability. Dean Jackson: Yeah, the whole, Dan Sullivan: I mean, basically it saved their ass. Dean Jackson: It saved Sting and Yeah. Oh yeah. But I think when you look in the, Dan Sullivan: No, it was just lucky. It was just lucky. I mean, if there hadn't been nine 11, there's no saying. There's no saying it would've gone anywhere. Dean Jackson: Right, exactly. Dan Sullivan: Well, the album would've gone, I mean, stain was famous. Speaker 1: It would've Dan Sullivan: Gone, but they probably, no, it's just a really, really good example of being really quick on your feet when something, Dean Jackson: I think, because there's other examples of things that he did that would lead me to believe it was more strategic than luck. He went to the record label, and the record label said, he said he was going to give the video to Jaguar, and they said, you're supposed to get money for licensing these things. And then he showed them the ad table that the media buy that they were willing to put behind it. And he said, oh, well, if you can match, you give me 28 million of promotion for the album, I'll go back and get some money from them for. And the label guy said, oh, well, let's not be too hasty here. But that, I think really looking at that shows treating your assets as collaboration currency rather than treating that you have to get a purchase order for it. Most people would think, oh, we need to get paid for that. The record label guy was thinking, but he said, no, we've got the video. We already shot it. It didn't cost us, wouldn't cost us anything to give it to them. But the value of the 28 million of promotion, It was a win-win for everyone. And by the way, that's how he got the record deal for the police. He went to a and m and said, he made the album first. He met a guy, a dentist, who had a studio in the back of his dental. He was aspiring musician, but he rented the studio for 4,000 pounds for a month, and he sent the police into the studio to make their album. So they had a finished album that he took to a and m and said, completely de-risk this for them. We've got the album. I'll give you the album and we'll just take the highest royalty that a and m pays. So the only decision that a and m had to make was do they like the album? Otherwise, typically they would say, we need you to sign these guys. And then they would have to put up the money to make the album and hope that they make a good album. But it was already done, so there was no risk. They just had to release it. And they ended up, because of that, making the most money of any of the a and m artists, because they didn't take an advance. They didn't put any risk on a and m. It was pretty amazing actually, the stories of it. Dan Sullivan: I always say that really successful entrepreneurs make two fundamental decisions at the beginning of their career. One is they're going to be responsible for their own financial security, number one. And number two is that they'll create value before they expect opportunity. So this is decision number two. They created value, and now the opportunity got created by the value that they got created. You're putting someone else in a position that the only risk they're taking is saying no. Dean Jackson: Yeah. And you know what it's, I've been calling this receiving doc thinking of most businesses are going to the purchasing department trying to get in line and convince somebody to write a purchase order for a future delivery of a good or service. And they're met with resistance and they're met with a rigorous evaluation process. And we've got to decide and be convinced that this is going to be a prudent thing to do, and you're limiting yourself to only getting the money that's available now. Whereas if instead of going to the purchasing department, you go around to the back and you approach a company at the receiving dock, you're met with open arms. Every company is a hundred percent enthusiastically willing to accept new money coming into the business, and you're met with no resistance. And it's kind of, that was a really interesting example of that. And you see those examples everywhere. Dan Sullivan: All cheese. Dean Jackson: All cheese. No, whiskers. That's exactly right. Dan Sullivan: Yeah. I mean, it's an interesting, funny, I'm kind of thinking about this. For some reason, my personal email number is entered into some sort of marketing network because about every day now, I get somebody who the message goes like this, dear Dan, we've been noticing your social media, and we feel that you're underselling yourself, that there's much better ways that we personally could do this. And there's something different in each one of them. But if you take a risk on us, there's a possibility. There's a possibility. You never know. Life's that we can possibly make some more money on you and all by you taking the risk. Dean Jackson: Yes, exactly. Send money. Dan Sullivan: Send money. Dean Jackson: Yeah. Dan Sullivan: Yeah. And they're quite long. They're like two or three paragraphs. They're not nine words. They might be nine paragraph emails for all I know, but it's really, really interesting. Well, they're just playing a numbers game. They're sending this out to probably 5,000 different places, and somebody might respond. So anyway, but it just shows you, you're asking someone to take a risk. Dean Jackson: Yes. Yeah. I call that a purchase order. It's exactly it. You can commit to something before and hope for the best hope that the delivery will arrive instead of just showing up with the delivery. It's kind of similar in your always be the buyer approach. Dan Sullivan: What are you seeing there? Whatcha seeing Dean Jackson: There? I mean, that kind of thinking you are looking for, well, that's my interpretation anyway, of what you're saying of always be the buyer is that are selecting from Dan Sullivan: Certain type of customer, we're looking for a certain type of customer, and then we're describing the customer, and it's based on our understanding that a certain type of customer is looking for a certain type of process that meets who they're not only that, but puts them in a community of people like themselves. Yeah. So Dean Jackson: I look at that, that's that kind of thing where one of the questions that I'll often ask people is just to get clarity is what would you do if you only got paid if your client gets the result? And that's, it's clarifying on a couple of levels. One, it clarifies what result you're actually capable of getting, because what do you have certainty, proof, and a protocol around if we're talking the vision terms. And the other part of that is if you are going to get that result, if you're only going to get paid, if they get the result, you are much more selective in who you select to engage with, rather than just like anybody that you can convince to give you the money, knowing that they're not going to be the best candidate anyway. But they take this, there's an element of external blame shifting when they don't get the result by saying, well, everything is there. It's up to them. They just didn't do anything with it. Dan Sullivan: Yeah. I mean, it's a really interesting world that we're in, because we've talked about this before with ai. Now on the scene, the sheer amount of marketing attempts at marketing Speaker 1: Is Dan Sullivan: Going through the roof, but the amount of attention that people have to entertain marketing suggestions and anything is probably going down very, very quickly. The amount of attention that they have. And it strikes me that, and then it's really interesting. There's a real high possibility that in the United States, probably within the next three or four years, there'll be no more TV advertising. The pharmaceuticals. Dean Jackson: Yeah. Very interesting. Dan Sullivan: Pharmaceuticals and the advertising industry is going crazy because a significant amount of advertising dollars really come from pharmaceuticals. Dean Jackson: Yeah. I wonder if you took out pharmaceuticals and beer, what the impact would be. Dan Sullivan: I bet pharmaceuticals is bigger than beer. Dean Jackson: I wonder. Yeah. I mean, that sounds like a job for perplexity. Yeah. Why don't we Dean Jackson: Ask what categories? Yeah, categories are the top advertising spenders. Our top advertising spenders. Dan Sullivan: Well, I think food would be one Dean Jackson: Restaurant, Dan Sullivan: But I think pharmaceuticals, but I think pharmaceuticals would be a big one. Dean Jackson: Number one is retail. The leading category, counting for the highest proportion of ad spend, 15% of total ad spend is retail entertainment. And media is number two with 12% financial services, typically among the top three with 11% pharmaceutical and healthcare holds a significant share around 10%. Automotive motor vehicles is a major one. Telecommunications one of the fastest growing sectors, food and beverage and health and beauty. Those are the top. Yeah, that makes sense. Dan Sullivan: Yeah. But you take, what was pharmaceuticals? Eight, 9%, something like that. 10%. 10%. 10%, 10%. Yeah. Well, that's a hit. Dean Jackson: I mean, it's more of a hit than Canada taking away their US liquor by That was a 1% impact. Dan Sullivan: Yeah. Dean Jackson: Yeah. Dan Sullivan: Well, that's not going anywhere right now. They're a long, long way from an agreement, a trade agreement, I'll tell you. Yeah. Well, the big thing, what supply management is, do you remember your Canadians Dean Jackson: Supply management? You mean like inventory management? First in, first out, last in, first out, Dan Sullivan: No. Supply management is paying farmers to only produce a certain amount of product in order to Dean Jackson: Keep prices up. Oh, the subsidies. Dan Sullivan: Subsidies. And that's apparently the big sticking point. And it's 10,000 farmers, and they're almost all in Ontario and Quebec, Dean Jackson: The dairy board and all that. Yeah. Dan Sullivan: Yep, yep, yep, yep. And apparently that's the real sticking point. Dean Jackson: Yeah. I had a friend grown up whose parents owned a dairy farm, and they had 200 acres, and I forget how many, many cattle or how many cows they had, but that was all under contract, I guess, right. To the dairy board. It's not free market or whatever. They're supplying milk to the dairy board, I guess, under an allocation agreement. Yeah, very. That's interesting. Dan Sullivan: Yeah, and it's guaranteed they have guaranteed prices too. Dean Jackson: They're Dan Sullivan: Guaranteed a certain amount. I was looking at that for some reason. There was an article, and I was just reading it. It was about a dairy farm, I think it was a US dairy farm, and they had 5,000 cattle. So I looked up, how much acreage do you have to have for 5,000 dairy cows? And I forget what the number was, but it prompted me to say, I wonder what the biggest dairy farm in the world is this. So I went retro. I went to Google, and it's what now? Google. You know that? Google that? You remember Google? Oh, yeah, yeah. Old, good old Google. I remember that. Used to do something called a search on Google. Yeah, Dean Jackson: I remember now. Dan Sullivan: Yeah. Well, I went retro. I went retro, and I said, and the biggest dairy farm is in China. It's 25 million acres. Dean Jackson: Wow. In context, how does that compare to, Dan Sullivan: It's a state of South Dakota. It's as big as Dean Jackson: South Dakota. Okay. That's what I was going to say. That's the entire state of Dan Sullivan: Yes, because I said, is there a state that's about the same size? Dean Jackson: I was just about to ask you that. Yeah. Dan Sullivan: It's a Russian Chinese project, and the reason is that when the Ukraine war started, there was a real cutback in what the Russians could trade and getting milk in. They had to get milk in from somewhere else. So it comes in from China, but a lot of it must be wasted because they've got a hundred thousand dairy cows, a hundred thousand dairy cows. So I'm trying to Dean Jackson: Put that, well, that seems like a lot. Dan Sullivan: It just seems like a lot. Just seems like Dean Jackson: A lot. That seems like a lot of acreage per cow. Dan Sullivan: Yeah. Well, they, one child policy, they probably have a one acre, a one 10 acre per cow Dean Jackson: Policy. Yeah, exactly. Dan Sullivan: You can just eat grass, don't do anything else. Just eat grass. Don't even move. But really interested, really, really interesting today, how things move. One of the things that's really interesting is that so far, the tariff policies have not had much. They have, first of all, the stock market is at peak right now. The stock market really peak, so it hasn't discouraged the stock market, which means that it hasn't disturbed the companies that people are investing in. The other thing is that inflation has actually gone down since they did that. Employment has gone up. So I did a search on perplexity, and I said 10 reasons why the experts who predicted disaster are being proven wrong with regard to the tariff policies. And it was very interesting. It gave me 10 answers, and all the 10 answers were that people have been at all levels. People have been incredibly more responsive and ingenious in responding to this. And my feeling is that it has a lot to do with it, especially with ai. That's something that was always seen as a negative because people could only respond to it very slowly, is now not as a negative, simply because the responsiveness is much higher. That in a certain sense, every country in the planet, on the planet, every company, on the planet, professions and everything else, when you have a change like this, everybody adjusts real quickly. They have a plan B, Dean Jackson: Plan B, anyone finds loop Pauls and plan B. That's the thing. Dan Sullivan: Since Trump dropped the notion that he is going to do tariffs on Canada, almost all the provinces have gotten together in Canada, and they've eliminated almost all trade restrictions between the provinces, which have been there since the beginning of the country, but they were gone within 60 Dean Jackson: Days Dan Sullivan: Afterwards. Dean Jackson: It was like, Hey, there, okay, maybe we should trade with each other. Dan Sullivan: Yeah, yeah. Dean Jackson: Very funny. Dan Sullivan: Which they don't because every province in Canada trades more with the United States than with the states close to them across the border than they do with any other Canadian province. Anyway. Well, the word is spreading, Dean, that if you listen to welcome to Cloud Landia, that probably there'll be an AI partner. There'll be an ai. Dean Jackson: Oh, yeah. Word is spreading. Okay, that's good. Dan Sullivan: Yeah, I like that. So let's what Charlotte think about the fact that she might be riding on the back of two humans and her fame is spreading based on the work of two humans. Dean Jackson: Yeah, exactly. Yeah, that's funny. Dan Sullivan: Does she feel a little sheepish about this? Dean Jackson: It's so funny because I think last time I asked her what she was doing when we're not there, and she does like, oh, I don't go off and explore or have curiosity or anything like that. It'll just sit here. I'm waiting for you. It was funny, Stuart, and I was here, Stuart Bell, who runs my new information, we were talking about just the visual personifying her as just silently sitting there waiting for you to ask her something or to get involved. She's never let us down. I mean, it's just so she knows all, she's a tiebreaker in any conversation, in any curiosity that you have, or there's no need to say, I wonder, and then leave it open-ended. We can just bring Charlotte into it, and it's amazing how much she knows. I definitely use her as a Google bypass for sure. I just say I asked, we were sitting at Honeycomb this morning, which is my favorite, my go-to place for breakfast and coffee, and I was saying surrounded by as many lakes as we are, there should be, the environment would be, it's on kind of a main road, so it's got a little bit noisy, and it's not as ideal as being on a lake. And it reminded me of there's a country club active adult community, and I just asked her, is Lake Ashton, are they open for breakfast? Their clubhouse is right on the lake, and she's looking just instantly looks up. Yeah. Yeah. They're open every day, but they don't open until 10, so it was like nine o'clock when we were Having this conversation. So she's saying there's a little bit of a comment about that, but there's not a lakefront cafe. There's plenty of places that would be, there's lots of excess capacity availability in a lot of places that are only open in the evenings there. There's a wonderful micro brewery called Grove Roots, which is right here in Winterhaven. It's an amazing, it's a great environment, beautiful high ceilings building that they open as a microbrew pub, and they have a rotating cast of food trucks that come there in the evenings, but they sit there vacant in the mornings, and I just think about how great that environment would be as a morning place, because it's quiet, it's spacious, it's shaded, it's all the things you would look for. And so I look at that as a capability asset that they have that's underutilized, and it wouldn't be much to partner with a coffee food truck. There was in Yorkville, right beside the Hazelton in the entrance, what used to be the entrance down into the What's now called Yorkville Village used to be Hazelton Lanes. There was a coffee truck called Jacked Up Coffee, and it was this inside. Now Dan Sullivan: It's Dean Jackson: Inside. Now it's inside. Yeah, exactly. It's inside now, but it used to sit in the breezeway on the entrance down into the Hazelton Lane. So imagine if you could get one of those trucks and just put that in the Grove Roots environment. So in the morning you've got this beautiful cafe environment, Dan Sullivan: And they could have breakfast sandwiches. Dean Jackson: Yes. That's the point. That's exactly it. There used to be a cafe in Winterhaven, pre COVID. Dan Sullivan: I mean, just stop by Starbucks and see what Starbucks has and just have that available. Exactly. In the truck. I mean, they do lots of research for you, so just take advantage of their research. But then what would you have picnic tables or something like that? They Dean Jackson: Have already. No, no. This is what I'm saying is that you'd use the Grove Roots Dan Sullivan: Existing restaurant, Dean Jackson: The existing restaurant. Yeah. Which is, they've got Adirondack chairs, they've got those kinds of chairs. They've got picnic tables, they've got regular tables and chairs inside. They've got Speaker 1: Comfy Dean Jackson: Leather sofas. They've got a whole bunch of different environments. That would be perfect. But I was saying pre COVID, there was a place in Winter Haven called Bean and Grape, and it was a cafe in the morning and a wine bar in the evening, which I thought makes the most sense of anything. You keep the cafe open and then four o'clock in the afternoon, switch it over, and it's a wine bar for a happy hour and the evening. Dan Sullivan: Yeah, I mean, it's interesting. I mean, you've got a marketing mind, plus you've got years of experience of marketing, helping people market different things. So it's really interesting that what is obvious to you other people would never think of. Dean Jackson: I'm beginning to see that. Right. That's really an interesting thing. What I have. Dan Sullivan: I mean, it's like I was reflecting on that because I've been coaching entrepreneurs for 50 years, and I've created lots of structures and created lots of tools for them. And so when you think about, I read a statistic and its function of, I think that higher education is not quite syncing with the marketplace, but in December of last year, there was that 45% of the graduates of the MBA, Harvard MBA school had not gotten jobs. This was six months later. They hadn't gotten jobs, 45% hadn't gotten jobs. And I said, well, what's surprising was these 45% hadn't already created a company while they were at Harvard Business School, and what are they looking for jobs for? Anyway, they be creating their own companies. But my sense is that what they've been doing is that they've been going to college to avoid having to go into the job market, and so they don't even know how to get, not only do they know how to create a company, they don't even know how to get a job. Dean Jackson: Yeah. There's a new school concept, like a high school in, I think it's in Austin, Texas that is, I think it's called Epic, and they are teaching kids how they do all the academic work in about two hours a day, and then the rest of the time is working on projects and creating businesses, like being entrepreneurial. And I thought it's very interesting teaching people, if people could leave high school equipped with a way to add value in a way that they're not looking to plug their umbilical cord in someone else, be an amazing thing of just giving, because you think about it, high school kids can add value. You have value to contribute. You have even at that level, and they can learn their value contribution. Dan Sullivan: I think probably the mindset for that is already there at 10 years old, I think 10 years old, that an enterprise, Dean Jackson: Well, that's when the lemonade stands, right? Dan Sullivan: Yeah. An enterprise, an enterprising attitude is probably already there at 10 years old, and it'd be interesting to test for, I mean, I think Gino Wickman from EOS, when he was grad EOS, he created a test to see whether children have an entrepreneurial mindset or not, but I got to believe that you could test for that, that you could test for that. Just the attitude of creating value before I get any opportunity. I think you could build a psychological justice Speaker 1: Around Dan Sullivan: That and that you could be feeding that. I mean, we have the Edge program in Strategic Coach. It's 18 to 24 and unique ability and the four or five concepts that you can get across in the one day period, but it makes sense. Our clients tell us that it makes a big difference. A lot of 'em, they're 18 and they're off to college or something like that, Speaker 1: And Dan Sullivan: To have that one day of edge mind adjustment mindset adjustment makes a big difference how they go through university and do that, Jim, but Leora Weinstein said that in Israel, they have all sorts of tests when you're about 10, 12, 13 years old, that indicates that this is a future jet pilot. This is a future member of the intelligence community. They've already got 'em spotted early. They got 'em spotted 13, 14 years old, because they have to go into the military anyway. They have everybody at the 18 has to go in the military. So they start the screening really early to see who are the really above average talent, above average mindset. Dean Jackson: Yeah. The interesting, I mean, I've heard of that, of doing not even just military, but service of public service or whatever being as a mandatory thing. Dan Sullivan: Yeah. Well, I went through it. Dean Jackson: Yeah, you did. Exactly. Dan Sullivan: Yeah. Yeah. And it's hard to say because it was tumultuous times, but I know that when I came out of the military, I was 23 when I came out 21, 21 to 23, that when I got to college at 23, 23 to 27, you're able to just focus. You didn't have to pay any attention to anything going outside where everybody was up in arms about the war. They were up in arms about this, or they're up in arms about being drafted and everything else, and just having that. But the other thing is that you had spent two years putting up with something that you hadn't chosen, hadn't chosen, but you had two years to do it. And I think there's some very beneficial mindsets and some very beneficial habits that comes from doing that, Dean Jackson: Being constraints, being where you can focus on something. Yeah. That's interesting. Having those things taken away. Dan Sullivan: And it's kind of interesting because you talk every once in a while in Toronto, I've met a person maybe in 50 years I've met, and these were all draft dodgers. These were Americans who moved to Canada, really to the draft, and I would say that their life got suspended when they made that decision that they haven't been able to move beyond it emotionally and psychologically Dean Jackson: Wild and just push the path, Dan Sullivan: And they want to talk about it. They really want to talk about it. I said, this happened. I'm talking to someone, and they're really emotionally involved in what they're talking about Dean Jackson: 55 years ago now. Dan Sullivan: Yeah, it's 55 years ago that this happened, and they're up in arms. They're still up in arms about it and angry and everything else. And I said, it tells me something that if I ever do something controversial, spend some time getting over the emotion that you went through and get on with life, win a lottery, Dean Jackson: That's a factor change. I think all you think about those things, Dan Sullivan: But the real thing of how your life can be suspended over something that you haven't worked through the learning yet. There's a big learning there, and the big thing is that Carter, when he was president, late seventies, he declared amnesty for everybody who was a draft dodge so they could go back to the United States. I mean, there was no problem. They went right to the Supreme Court. They didn't lose their citizenship. Actually, there's only one thing that you can lose your, if you're native born, like you're native born American, you're born American with American Speaker 1: Parents, Dan Sullivan: You're a 100% legitimate American. There's only one crime that you can do to lose your citizenship. Dean Jackson: What's that? Dan Sullivan: Treason. Dean Jackson: Treason. Yeah, treason. I was just going to say Dan Sullivan: That. Yeah. If you don't get killed, it's a capital crime. And actually that's coming up right now because of the discovery that the Obama administration with the CIA and with the FBI acted under false information for two years trying to undermine Trump when he got in president from 17 to 19, and it comes under the treason. Comes under the treason laws, and so Obama would be, he's under criminal investigation right now for treason. Dean Jackson: Oh, wow. Dan Sullivan: And they were saying, can you do that to a president, to his former president? And so the conversation has moved around. Well, wouldn't necessarily put him in prison, but you could take away his citizenship anyway. I mean, this is hypothetical. My sense is won't cut that far, but the people around him, like the CIA director and the FBI director, I can see them in prison. They could be in prison. Wow. Yeah, and there's no statutes of limitation on this. Dean Jackson: I've noticed that Gavin Newsom seems to have gotten a publicist in the last 30 or 60 days. Dan Sullivan: Yes, he is. Dean Jackson: I've seen Dan Sullivan: More. He's getting ready for 28. Dean Jackson: I've seen more Gavin Newsom in the last 30 days than I've seen ever of him, and he's very carefully positioning himself. As I said to somebody, it's almost like he's trying to carve out a third party position while still being on the democratic side. He's trying to distance himself from the wokeness, like the hatred for the rich kind of thing, while still staying aligned with the LGBT, that whole world, Speaker 1: Which Dean Jackson: I didn't realize he was the guy that authorized the first same sex marriage in San Francisco when he was the mayor of San Francisco. I thought that was it. So he's very carefully telling all the stories that position, his bonafides kind of thing, and talking about, I didn't realize that he was an entrepreneur, para restaurants and vineyards. Dan Sullivan: I think it's all positive for him except for the fact of what happened in California while it was governor. Dean Jackson: And so he's even repositioning that. I think everybody's saying that what happened, but he was looking, he's positioning that California is one of the few net positive states to the federal government, Dan Sullivan: But not a single voter in the United States That, Dean Jackson: Right. Very interesting. That's why he's telling the story. Dan Sullivan: Yeah Dean Jackson: Fair. They contribute, I think, I don't know the numbers, but 8 billion a year to the federal government, and Texas is, as the other example, is a net drain on the United States that they're a net taker from the federal government. And so it's really very, it's interesting. He's very carefully positioning all the things, really. He's speaking a thing of, because they're asking him the podcasts that he is going on, they're kind of asking him how the Democrats have failed kind of thing. And that's what, yeah, Dan Sullivan: They're at their lowest in almost history right now. Yeah. Well, he can try. I mean, every American's got the right to try, but my sense is that the tide has totally gone against the Democrats. It doesn't matter what kind of Democrat you want to position yourself at. I mean, you'll be able to get a feel for that with the midterm elections next November. Dean Jackson: Yeah. That's Dan Sullivan: Not this November. This November, but no, I think he could very definitely win the nomination. There's no question the nomination, but I think this isn't just a lot of people misinterpret maga. MAGA is the equivalent to the beginning of the country. In other words, the putting together the Constitution and the revolution and the Constitution and starting new governor, that was a movement, a huge movement. That was a movement that created it. And then the abolition movement, which put the end to slavery with the Civil War. That was the second movement. And then the labor movement, the fact that labor, there was a whole labor movement that Franklin Roosevelt took and turned it into what was called the New Deal in the 1930s. That was the movement. So you've had these three movements. I think Trump represents the next movement, and it's the complete rebellion of the part of the country that isn't highly educated against Gavin. Newsom represents the wealthy, ultra educated part of the country. I mean, he's the Getty. He's the Getty man. He's got the billions of dollars of the Getty family behind him. He was Nancy, Nancy Pelosi's nephew. He represents total establishment, democratic establishment, and I don't think he can get away from that. Dean Jackson: Interesting. Yeah, it's interesting to watch him try. I literally, I know more about him now than I've ever heard, and he's articulate and seems to be likable, so we'll see. But you're coming from this perception of, well, look what he did to California. And he's kind of dismantling that by saying, if only we could do to California, due to the country, what I've done to California. Well, Dan Sullivan: He didn't do anything for California. I mean, California 30 years ago was in incredibly better shape than California's right now. Yeah. The big problem was the bureaucrats run California. These are people who were left wing during the 1960s, 1970s, and they were the anti-war. I mean, it all started in California, the anti-war project, and these people graduated from college. First of all, they stayed in college as long as they could, and then they went into the government bureaucracy. So I mean, there's lifeguards in Los Angeles that make 500,000 a year. Dean Jackson: It's crazy, isn't it? Dan Sullivan: Yeah, yeah, yeah. It's the extraordinary money that goes to the public service in California that's destroyed the state. But I mean, anybody can try. Speaker 1: Yeah. Dan Sullivan: I remember after the Democratic Convention, Kamala was up by 10 points over Trump. Yes. Yeah, she's from San Francisco too. Dean Jackson: Yes, exactly. That's what he was saying, their history. Dan Sullivan: No, you're just seeing that because he started in South Carolina, that's where all his, because that's now the first state that counts on the nomination, but he's after the nomination right now. He's trying to position for the nomination. Anyway, we'll see. Go for it. Well, there you Speaker 1: Go. Dan Sullivan: And Elon Musk, he wants to start a new party. He can go for it too. Dean Jackson: Somebody. That's exactly right. Dan Sullivan: Yeah. Then there's other people. Dean Jackson: That's true. Dan Sullivan: Alrighty, got to jump. Dean Jackson: Okay. Have a great week
Note: this podcast was recorded LIVE for the patrons of Padres Hot Tub literally minutes after the announcement of the signing of Michael King, on the PHT Discord. You can be part of the fun (which included a hint on the platform hours in advance that a move was coming) and future live broadcasts by supporting our independent production at patreon.com/padreshottubON THE SHOW: Craig Elsten and Chris Reed are joined by a jubilant and suddenly-gathered group of PHT patrons to discuss the announcement that staff ace Michael King is coming back to the club on a new free agent deal! The contract includes a 12M signing bonus, 5M salary for 2026, and player options at 28M and 30M for 2027 and 2028, with a 5M buyout if King opts out the first season. Needless to say, this sparks discussion about the (erroneous?) reporting that the Padres didn't have money to spend, the idea of a King-Pivetta-Musgrove top of the rotation, and the idea that AJ Preller may now have strategic flexibility to make a trade if he has to. Recorded live just after 8pm PST on 12/18/25 live for our patrons on our PHT Discord Group Therapy stage!
In this unscripted, wide-ranging episode of the Bug Bux Podcast, Allan Draper sits down with longtime friend and pest control marketing expert Matt Rogers for a raw, honest conversation about planning for growth in 2026.Drawing from real-world experience growing Killingsworth from $8M to $28M and lessons learned from both wins and failures Matt breaks down why the most successful pest control companies win before the season ever starts. From building a realistic budget and setting measurable goals, to creating efficiency targets, aligning vendors, and benchmarking performance month by month, this episode is a masterclass in intentional growth.You'll hear why hope alone isn't enough, how to use your P&L as a planning tool, why uncomfortable accountability is essential, and how the right partners can help you pivot faster and grow smarter. If you're serious about scaling your pest control business and don't want to “shoot from the hip” anymore this episode will challenge the way you think about planning, leadership, and execution.Perfect for owners thinking about 2026 growth, marketing strategy, budgeting, and building a team that actually pulls in the same direction.
Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest offseason stories in baseball! Whether you're just wanting to test an idea out, or you're getting serious about launching your own brand, it's never been easier to get started on https://shopify.com/today. Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ 00:00 INTRO03:39 Is $210M for Dylan Cease an overpay by the Blue Jays?15:26 Orioles sign Ryan Helsley to two-year/$28M deal22:08 Mets reportedly had clubhouse issues in 202533:15 A sleeper trade candidate that may surprise you41:25 An awesome gift for a White Sox fan (The Pope)47:00 OUTRO Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The first meteorite to crash land into Earth - and have its date recorded - impacted the hamlet of Ensisheim (in modern-day France, then Austria) on 7th November, 1492. The stone's descent created a crater in a wheat field, captivating villagers who believed such occurrences were cosmic signs. A striking deafening noise accompanied the meteor's descent; the bright trail it left was blinding. A young boy witnessed the fall and alerted the townsfolk, leading to a frenzy of villagers rushing to collect souvenirs and good luck charms from the impact site. The local magistrate intervened, preserving the meteorite by having it relocated to the church for safekeeping. In this episode, Arion, Rebecca and Olly reflect on how the villagers reacted to the coming of what they called the Thunderstone, or Firestone; explain how the event was widely interpreted as a divine warning mainly thanks to the invention of the printing press; and reveal why the meteorite was affixed to the wall using iron crampons… Further Reading: • ‘This Famous 1492 Meteorite Impact Was Interpreted as an Omen from God' (VICE, 2016): https://www.vice.com/en/article/jpgk47/this-famous-1492-meteorite-impact-was-interpreted-as-an-omen-from-god • ‘The Meteorite of Ensisheim: 1492 to 1992' (Harvard, 1991): https://articles.adsabs.harvard.edu/cgi-bin/nph-iarticle_query?bibcode=1992Metic..27...28M&db_key=AST&page_ind=0&data_type=GIF&type=SCREEN_VIEW&classic=YES • ‘World's Largest Meteorite Weights Over 100K Pounds But No One Knows Where It Came From' (Did You Know?, 2018): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4lJwXquFpHw This episode first aired in 2023 Love the show? Support us! Join
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Dave Asprey—serial entrepreneur, bestselling author, and Bulletproof founder—went from making $6M by 26 to losing it all two years later. By 30, a health crash (testosterone lower than his mom's, multiple diagnoses) pushed him to spend millions hacking his biology. He ultimately built Bulletproof to $140M in annual revenue—then was removed from the board in what he calls a calculated coup that cost him hundreds of millions. Now, as CEO of Upgrade Labs, he's focused on making elite biohacking accessible. This conversation goes well beyond cold plunges and butter coffee. Dave maps the decisions he wishes he'd made sooner: firing the $28M mistake, spotting narcissists quickly, and sorting win-win from win-lose people before they poison their business' culture. We explore how birth trauma shows up in leadership, why empathy drains while compassion sustains, and how to step out of the victim–perpetrator–savior triangle. He shares hiring guardrails (the “first-wiggle” rule, real reference checks, the 60-day policy) and therapeutic/energetic tools founders can use immediately. If you're building through chaos—navigating toxic team members, your own triggers, or both—you'll leave with concrete ways to protect your company, your energy, and your judgment. Key Takeaways and Topics The $28M lesson: recognize the “first wiggle” and act right away Four categories of people (win-win to win-lose) and who to hire Red flags: instant “best friend” chemistry, envy tells, and trauma bonds How to reference-check and background diligence Empathy vs. compassion: boundaries that protect teams and CEOs Business drama patterns and how leaders step out of them Forgiveness as a nervous-system reset; going no-contact with manipulators Energy as a leadership edge: willpower and decision quality Daily levers: intermittent fasting and nighttime darkness The Failure Factor Podcast was brought to you by Off The Field Coaching. Explore working with one of our coaches at http://offthefieldcoaching.com Hosted by Megan Bruneau: therapist, executive coach, speaker, Forbes contributor, and host of The Failure Factor. For more info, visit https://meganbruneau.com Follow Dave Site: https://daveasprey.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/dave.asprey/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asprey/ Follow Megan IG: https://www.instagram.com/meganjbruneau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-j-bruneau-m-a-rcc Subscribe to the podcast newsletter at https://thefailurefactorpodcast.com
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Episode 126 | DP & McGheeNo guest? No problem. David and Tim fire up the mics for a packed episode covering the biggest stories in sports business — with sharp insights and a touch of humor.Here's what you'll hear this week:
Randy Moss rings the bell after cancer treatment , Jay Cutler hit with a lawsuit and a prison date Phillies Karen ruins a birthday Kawhi's $28M tree endorsement deal? James Harden's restaurant locked up over $2.2M debt Michael Barrow airport brawl gets ugly Floyd Mayweather's Elon scam? Designer watches, cash, and no call #SportsDrama #PodcastDrop #RandyMoss #JayCutler #PhilliesKaren #KawhiLeonard #JamesHarden #MichaelBarrow #FloydMayweather #BiggestPickle #NFL #NBA #MLB #NFL
On this episode of Conduct Detrimental: THE Sports Law Podcast, Dan Lust (@SportsLawLust) is joined by Tarun Sharma (@tksharmalaw) to break down a packed week in sports law and beyond.The duo leads off with the NBA's investigation into Kawhi Leonard's alleged $28M “no-show” endorsement deal with Aspiration and the potential salary-cap circumvention implications for the Clippers. They dive into precedent from the Joe Smith/T-Wolves case and the WNBA's Aces punishment to highlight how severe league discipline could be.They then tackle the shocking viral video of Raja Jackson, son of Rampage Jackson, brutally assaulting a pro wrestler during an independent show. Dan and Tarun debate assumption of the risk in sports, possible criminal charges, and where the line between entertainment and criminal conduct gets crossed.College sports take next, as the College Sports Commission releases its first NIL Go platform data. 28,000+ athletes registered, 8,300+ deals cleared, and nearly $80M in approved contracts. Finally, the guys react to the shutdown of illegal streaming hub StreamEast, just days before NFL kickoff. They discuss the impact on fans, leagues, and why UFC & WWE have signaled the end of the PPV era.What to Watch For: Dan tells the tale of his family's “nanny carousel” while also unveiling his Bet of the Year on rookie Travis Hunter's receiving yards, and Tarun weighs in on whether the line is really that soft.Let us know your thoughts!***Have a topic you want to write about? ANYONE and EVERYONE can publish for ConductDetrimental.com. Let us know if you want to join the team.As always, this episode is sponsored by Themis Bar Review: https://www.themisbarsocial.com/conductdetrimental Host: Dan Lust (@SportsLawLust) Featuring: Tarun Sharma (@tksharmalaw) Produced by: Mike Kravchenko (Watch on YouTube)Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | Website | Email
Today we are breaking down the NFL 2025 season, division by division. Is this the year Lamar Jackson and Ravens win it all? Will the Buffalo Bills finally win a Super Bowl? Why are AFC South and NFC South so awful? The Padres and Dodgers Bad Baseball. Clippers give $28M to Kawhi violating salary cap? Plus, news in NFL, college basketball, NBA, and auto racing. I want to talk sports with you! Do you want to talk sports with me? Drop your take in the live chat on YouTube, X or Facebook. Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Thursday, September 4, 2025. 1)...NFL PREVIEW....AFC EAST "BILLS WIN BY DEFAULT" BILLS PATRIOTS MIAMI JETS 2)...AFC NORTH "QB FIREFIGHT" RAVENS STEELERS BENGALS BROWNS 3)...AFC SOUTH "SISTERS OF THE POOR DIVISION" HOUSTON JAGUARS COLTS TITANS 4)...AFC WEST "HIRED GUN COACHES-QBS" CHIEFS DENVER CHARGERS RAIDERS 5)...NFC EAST "FLY EAGLES FLY VS WANNABES" EAGLES WASHINGTON GIANTS DALLAS 6)...NFC NORTH "BLACK & BLUE FOOTBALL" PACKERS DETROIT VIKINGS BEARS 7)...NFC SOUTH "BAKER & BAD TEAMS" BUCS FALCONS CAROLINA SAINTS 8)...NFC WEST "LET IT RIP QBS" RAMS SEATTLE ARIZONA 49ERS =========== 9)...NFL OPENING WEEKEND-TOP GAMES "MUST SEE TV" COWBOYS-EAGLES CHARGERS-CHIEFS RAIDERS-PATRIOTS RAVENS-BILLS RAMS-HOUSTON LIONS-PACKERS =================== (HALFTIME....DIXIELINE LUMBER.... =================== 10)...PADRES-DODGERS...PROBLEMS EVERYWHERE "BAD BASEBALL VS BAD TEAMS" -------- 11)...NBA...INVESTIGATION LA CLIPPERS…KAWHI LEONARD "$28M...SALARY CAP VIOLATION" ---------- 12)...LATRE BREAKING STORIES "OFF THE SPORTSWIRE" JOHNNY MANZEIL GEORGE RAVELING JULIUS RANDLE BECKETT SENNECKE COLTON HERTA WILL POWER ====================== #nfl #DOLPHINS #JETS #BILLS #PATRIOTS #RAVENS #BROWNS #BENGALS #STEELERS #TEXANS #JAGUARS #COLTS #TITANS #CHIEFS #CHARGERS #RAIDERS #BRONCOS #EAGLES #COWBOYS #GIANTS #COMMANDERS #LIONS #BEARS #PACKERS #VIKINGS #FALCONS #BUCS #SAINTS #PANTHERS #49ERS #RAMS #SEAHAWKS #CARDINALS #PADRES #fernandotatisjr #DODGERS #tommyedman #georgeraveling #usc #justinherbert #matthewstafford #lamarjackson #bakermayfield #aaronrodgers #patrickmahomes #joshallen #dakprescott #joeburrow #kevinoconnell #MIKEVRABEL #jordanlove #bonix #liamcoen #jalenhurts #MATTGOLDEN #johnnymanziel #DUCKS #BECKETTSENNECKE #clippers #kawhileonard #juliusrandle #penske #COLTONHERTA #WILLPOWER Be sure to share this episode with a friend! ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/ SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9 TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090 TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/ To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw's Insider's Group. It's free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com/
On this episode of Conduct Detrimental: THE Sports Law Podcast, Dan Lust (@SportsLawLust) is joined by Tarun Sharma (@tksharmalaw) to break down a packed week in sports law and beyond.The duo leads off with the NBA's investigation into Kawhi Leonard's alleged $28M “no-show” endorsement deal with Aspiration and the potential salary-cap circumvention implications for the Clippers. They dive into precedent from the Joe Smith/T-Wolves case and the WNBA's Aces punishment to highlight how severe league discipline could be.They then tackle the shocking viral video of Raja Jackson, son of Rampage Jackson, brutally assaulting a pro wrestler during an independent show. Dan and Tarun debate assumption of the risk in sports, possible criminal charges, and where the line between entertainment and criminal conduct gets crossed.College sports take next, as the College Sports Commission releases its first NIL Go platform data. 28,000+ athletes registered, 8,300+ deals cleared, and nearly $80M in approved contracts. Finally, the guys react to the shutdown of illegal streaming hub StreamEast, just days before NFL kickoff. They discuss the impact on fans, leagues, and why UFC & WWE have signaled the end of the PPV era.What to Watch For: Dan tells the tale of his family's “nanny carousel” while also unveiling his Bet of the Year on rookie Travis Hunter's receiving yards, and Tarun weighs in on whether the line is really that soft.Let us know your thoughts!***Have a topic you want to write about? ANYONE and EVERYONE can publish for ConductDetrimental.com. Let us know if you want to join the team.As always, this episode is sponsored by Themis Bar Review: https://www.themisbarsocial.com/conductdetrimental Host: Dan Lust (@SportsLawLust) Featuring: Tarun Sharma (@tksharmalaw) Produced by: Mike Kravchenko (Watch on YouTube)Twitter | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | Website | Email
This week on Right On Target, the guys dive into NFL Week 1 with Micah Parsons out of Dallas, Aaron Rodgers starting fresh in Pittsburgh, and Justin Fields stepping into the spotlight with the Jets. We debate Lamar Jackson's MVP chances, which rookie makes the biggest impact, and which coach could be the first to go. Plus, Streameast shuts down as fans look for ways to watch games.In the NBA, Kawhi Leonard's name is caught up in a $28 million Clippers scandal, Draymond Green declares the Warriors are winning it all, and P.J. Washington re-signs with Dallas. In music, Drake's interview with Bobbi Althoff sparks debate, Young Thug's jail calls, and Cardi B explains why she turned down the Super Bowl.Topics include: Micah Parsons traded from Cowboys Aaron Rodgers' Steelers debut Justin Fields with the Jets Lamar Jackson MVP talk Rookie standouts, overrated teams, first coach fired NFL shuts down Streameast Kawhi Leonard in $28M scandal Draymond Green says Warriors are contenders P.J. Washington stays in Dallas Drake on Bobbi Althoff's podcast Young Thug on Kendrick Cardi B passes on Super Bowl halftime
On this episode of the Sports Chasers Podcast: Thursday Night Live (Ep. 418), Kevin L. Warren and the crew tackle the biggest controversies across sports:NFL RedZone loses its commercial-free crown
Replay officials already botching the season: overturned LSU & South Carolina TDs.NFL RedZone breaks fans' hearts — commercials are coming.NBA scandal: Kawhi Leonard's $28M shell-company salary cap scheme.Week 1 Rewind: Surprises (FSU, Bama), Standouts (Ohio St, LSU, FSU, Miami), Disappointments (Bama, Clemson, UNC).Week 2 Preview: Michigan–OU, Illinois–Duke, Iowa–Iowa St, Ole Miss–Kentucky.AND A TON MORE !!!
Tony Allen joins the show in-studio and they spend the first hour talking about the Pablo Torre report on Steve Ballmer and the Clippers paying $28M extra to Kawhi Leonard to circumvent the salary cap (2:52) + Jessica Benson joins the show in-studio to give us 5 games to watch this weekend including Michigan/Oklahoma, Ole Miss/Kentucky, Kansas/Mizzou, South Florida/Florida, Oklahoma St/Oregon, and St. Thomas Minnesota/Idaho (1:10:45)Host: Chris VernonCo-Hosts/Contributors: Jon Roser, Devin WalkerGuest: Tony Allen, Jessica BensonTechnical Director: Jaylon WallaceAssociate Producer: Jena Broyles
Craig Collins sits in for Dana. Victims of Jeffrey Epstein gather on Capitol Hill to speak out about the government's cover-up. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson blames red states for their massive crime problem. The US Military takes out Venezuelan gang members on a drug-carrying boat headed for the US. Trump reiterates that he thinks the Epstein scandal is a “Democrat hoax”. Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard signed a $28M endorsement deal for a "no-show job" with a fraudulent tree-planting company. Nigel Farage absolutely humiliates Rep. Hank Johnson when asked about free speech in the UK. Eric Adams plans to drop out of the New York City Mayoral Race, signaling a win for Zohran Mamdani. Ex-MSNBC Host Joy Reid claims Trump "wasn't shot" and mocks the attempt on his life. Trump answers questions after meeting with Poland's President. Bipartisan House members propose a bill to END daytrading stocks by members of Congress.Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Fast Growing Treeshttps://Fast-Growing-Trees.comGet up to 50% off select plants and an extra 15% off your first purchase with code DANA at Fast Growing Trees. Offer valid for a limited time, terms apply.Relief Factorhttps://ReliefFactor.com OR CALL 1-800-4-RELIEFTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3-week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Byrnahttps://Byrna.com/danaGet your hands on the new compact Byrna CL. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off Patriot Mobilehttps://PatriotMobile.com/DanaDana's personal cell phone provider is Patriot Mobile. Get a FREE MONTH of service using code DANA.HumanNhttps://HumanN.comSupport your cholesterol health with SuperBerine and the #1 bestselling SuperBeets Heart Chews—both on sale for $5 off at Sam's Club. Boost your metabolic health and save!Keltechttps://KelTecWeapons.comSee the third generation of the iconic SUB2000 and the NEW PS57 - Keltec Innovation & Performance at its best.All Family Pharmacyhttps://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/Dana Start today and take your health back with All Family Pharmacy. Use code DANA10 for savings and enjoy your health, your choice, no more waiting, no more “no's.”
Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine deep dive into this offseason's free agency moves—or rather the lack thereof. What's changed in the NBA that's keeping All-Star level players with their current teams or moving via trade rather than making moves during free agency? The pair also assess the Clippers' alleged cap circumvention involving Kawhi Leonard and a $28 million endorsement deal, unpacking what punishments the NBA may dole out if the claims are proven true.(2:27) The Big Number: All-Stars in free agency(15:54) Little Numbers: Orlando Magic pull-up 3s(21:03) Little Numbers: Atlanta Hawks 3-pointers(25:26) Little Numbers: Cam Johnson offensive EPM(28:49) Little Numbers: Clippers defense without Zubac(34:17) Kawhi Leonard earns $28M for ‘no show' job
We start the show with a huge story that has Sedano fired up. Pablo Torre is reporting that Kawhi Leonard signed a $28M endorsement deal for a "no-show job" with a fraudulent tree-planting company funded by $50M from Clippers owner Steve Ballmer. The guys lay out the details of the Pablo's report and what exactly it means and we start an “allegedly” counter. We talk to the man of the hour - PABLO TORRE joins the show to further explain his findings and Kap asks some great questions, including what could this mean for Kawhi and the Clippers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Send JD a text message and be heard!EMMITT IT'S GOOD TO DREAM. @dallascowboys wish they had @emmittsmith22 @philadelphiaeagles tomorrow. @scotthanson1 #redzone no more seven hours of commercial free #nflfootball starting Sunday. I am devastated but @drawplaydave your cartoon explained it perfectly. @companyadjace @i_need_a_sports_iv @call_me_tca_prez @donna.fender @kevdu_theman @rho212 @brianbarnaby @mbuchta_77 @robparker1980 @suejordan03 @nyquil_inthe_flesh @joewillie62 & @paddy_bailey got heated about @mets & @yankees as usual. Do #yankees pay @trentgrisham in #freeagency or give @_spencerjones a shot discussed with @brandonfurtado2 last night. Or go after @ktuck_30 this offseason? Lot of questions to be answered. @framber_valdez_pinales @astros pitcher had a disagreement with his catcher last night. @partylikearochkind they have to be on the same page. @steven_ballme @laclippers paying Kawhi under the table to the tune of $28M. No show job. I thought that was done in #cfb back in the day. @kingjames @kobebryant & #michaeljordan debate too. #fantastyfootball draft tonight, congrats @katetscott first woman to call a regular season #nfl game this season & #sportstrivia at the finish.All sports. One podcast. (even hockey) PODCAST LINK ON ITUNES: http://bit.ly/JDTSPODCAST
Kidoz Inc. (TSXV: KDOZ | OTCQB: KDOZF) is scaling its mobile gamer engagement platform, serving America's blue-chip brands such as LEGO, Mattel and McDonald's.The company has delivered CAD $57M in revenue over the last three years (2022–2024) and reported record first-half 2025 revenue of $7.28M, reinforcing its strong growth trajectory.“Kidoz has recorded the highest first-half revenue in the Company's history, and we are confident that H2 will put us into record territory for the year.” said Jason Williams, CEO.WHY THIS MATTERS NOWAs regulators tighten rules on data use for minors, brands need scale without personal data. Kidoz operates a Google-certified, Apple-approved network that reaches over 1 billion mobile gamers worldwide across tens of thousands of apps, providing safe, high-impact access for leading brands including LEGO, Mattel, and McDonald's.COMMERCIAL MOMENTUMBuilding on $57M over the past three years, Kidoz is accelerating growth through Q2 Sales & Marketing, increasing spending by 95% YoY and non-capitalized R&D by 48% YoY to strengthen product and pipeline while maintaining disciplined execution.PRODUCT ADVANTAGEThe platform's Kite IQ engine enables contextual targeting in real time, matching ads to game and app environments without relying on personal data. This supports both performance and compliance objectives for global advertisers.THE OPPORTUNITYMobile gaming is a global pastime, yet brand ad spend in the channel remains early relative to audience size. With scale, safety credentials, and new AI-driven tools, Kidoz is positioned to convert agency tests into larger, multi-market programs.Bottom Line: Kidoz has established itself as a leader in safe mobile gamer engagement. The combination of record H1 revenue, blue-chip partnerships and continued investment in sales and technology underpins a strong case for growth.
Article- Democrats Fleeing the Democrat Party. Dinesh D'Souza, Steven Crowder, Matt Walsh. PROOF: You CAN Fix a Leftist SH*THOLE, The U.S. IS South Africa. THE DEMOCRAT EXODUS Dinesh D'Souza Podcast Watch the entire show at- https://youtu.be/M9RlpMLBlDs?si=sFZzSvzsFtYuKaHc Dinesh D'Souza 793K subscribers 10,271 views Aug 21, 2025 The Dinesh D'Souza Podcast In this episode, Dinesh considers new data to reveal why voters nationwide are fleeing the Democratic Party. Dinesh D'Souza is an author and filmmaker. A graduate of Dartmouth College, he was a senior domestic policy analyst in the Reagan administration. He also served as a research fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and the Hoover Institution at Stanford University. He is the author of many bestselling books, including "Illiberal Education," "What's So Great About Christianity," "America: Imagine a World Without Her," "The Roots of Obama's Rage," "Death of a Nation," and "United States of Socialism." His documentary films "2016: Obama's America," "America," "Hillary's America," "Death of a Nation," and "Trump Card" are among the highest-grossing political documentaries of all time. He and his wife Debbie are also executive producers of the acclaimed feature film "Infidel." — Want to connect with Dinesh D'Souza online for more hard-hitting analysis of current events in America? Here's how: Get Dinesh unfiltered, uncensored and unchained on Locals: https://dinesh.locals.com/ Facebook: / dsouzadinesh Twitter: / dineshdsouza Rumble: https://rumble.com/dineshdsouza Instagram: / dineshjdsouza Parler: https://parler.com/user/DineshDSouza GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/dineshdsouza Email: https://dineshdsouza.com/contact-us/ We would like to thank our advertisers for our podcast: https://www.mypillow.com Discount code DINESH https://www.balanceofnature.com Discount code America https://www.birchgold.com text “DINESH” to 989898 https://Mybrightcore.com/Dinesh 25% Off Kimchi One with code: DINESH at Or dial (888) 927-5980 for up to 50% OFF and Free Shipping – ONLY when you call! https://angel.com/dinesh https://myphdweightloss.com/ Give them a call right now at 864-644-1900 Don't forget to mention the word “Dinesh” for a load of savings! Books or guest info: Daniel J. Flynn, author The Man Who Invented Conservatism: The Unlikely Life of Frank S. Meyer https://a.co/d/b5axTR5 https://dineshdsouza.com https://dinesh.locals.com to join Dinesh's page and support his work! PROOF: You CAN Fix a Leftist SH*THOLE. Louder with Crowder Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/4crP611Ck_E?si=4KE6ul8S8pK7Oy18 CrowderBits 1.28M subscribers 62,301 views Aug 21, 2025 President Donald Trump has been in charge of Washington, D.C. for seven days and has already set the bar for fixing blue cities. What's up, Dems? Where you at? Click here for today's sources: https://www.louderwithcrowder.com/sou... Click here for Crowder Shop: https://crowdershop.com/ Louder with Crowder Website- https://www.louderwithcrowder.com/ Post Matt Walsh- Why did "White flight" occur, and what were its underlying causes??
Beşiktaş are officially out of the UEFA Europa League following a 2-0 defeat against Shakhtar Donetsk in Warsaw, Poland—losing 6-2 on aggregate. The Black Eagles now drop into the UEFA Conference League, where they'll face Irish side St. Patrick's Athletic in the playoff round. The first leg will be played **next week in Dublin at 20:45 CEST**, with the return leg in **Istanbul a week later at 20:00 CEST (21:00 local time)**. With this European exit, **is Ole Gunnar Solskjær already on the hot seat** as Beşiktaş manager? Meanwhile, the club has **sold Gedson Fernandes to Spartak Moscow** for €20.7M + €7.3M in potential bonuses (totaling up to €28M). Rising star **Semih Kılıçsoy is also set for a loan move to Serie A side Cagliari**, with a medical scheduled in Italy. As for incoming transfers, Beşiktaş fans are still waiting. Club president **Serdal Adalı** was caught on camera telling a supporter that a **new winger is expected to arrive “within the next 10 days.”**
Napoli just dropped €28M on Dutch phenom Noa Lang,This isn't just a transfer; it's a declaration. Dive into why this electrifying winger, known for his pure flair and tactical versatility, is set to ignite Serie A. We break down his dazzling playing style, journey from Ajax to PSV, and what his arrival means for Napoli's Scudetto ambitions. Get ready for audacious dribbles, game-changing goals, and the ultimate showman. Noa Lang, Napoli, Serie A, Football Transfer, PSV Eindhoven
Ever wondered how to build, scale, and sell a recruiting agency for $28 million? Host Benjamin Mena welcomes back Diane Prince, who shares the inside story of her multi-million dollar staffing agency exit. Discover why niches lead to riches, what buyers seek in acquisitions, and how to scale your recruiting business—no matter your starting point. Diane openly shares the playbook for successful agency exits, highlighting the power of specializing in a niche, building recurring revenue streams, and the realities post-acquisition. Avoid common pitfalls and leverage actionable insights to grow your recruiting desk or agency efficiently. Key Insights from This Episode: Diane's roadmap to a $28M exit within just 6 years, including bouncing back after a failed deal post-9/11.Why a clear niche strategy commands top multiples and how to identify and dominate yours.Essential buyer considerations during acquisitions: solid bookkeeping, client diversity, account integration, and a robust leadership team.The post-exit reality check: common mistakes recruiters make and strategies to avoid the 'shiny object syndrome.'Proven scaling tactics: leveraging VAs, maintaining a robust sales pipeline, and creating compelling, problem-solving content. Episode Highlights: [07:27] Selling for Maximum Value: Solid bookkeeping, diverse client revenue, and deep client integration are critical. Start by hiring a skilled bookkeeper. [13:06] Navigating Life Post-Exit: Diane's lessons on managing newfound wealth—taking strategic breaks, prudent investing, and pacing your next big move. [22:08] Mastering Your Niche: Keep it simple—select a market where you have strong connections, deep knowledge, and solve real problems through targeted content. [25:35] Surviving Market Downturns: Diversify your services within your niche to weather industry fluctuations and position yourself for rapid recovery. [37:06] Consistency in Sales is King: Never neglect business development. Utilize VAs to expand capacity and consistently build your pipeline. 5 Essential Takeaways: Own Your Niche: Specialists earn higher margins and valuations.Maintain Pristine Books: Clean financials maximize your firm's value.Prioritize Recurring Revenue: Stable cash flow protects your agency.Real-Problem Content Wins: Solve actual client challenges to dominate your market.Pivot Strategically: Explore adjacent opportunities if your niche slows down. Ready to Scale? Make 2025 your breakthrough recruiting year. Listen, subscribe, and connect with Benjamin & Diane to elevate your career.
In this episode of Founded & Funded, Madrona Partner Vivek Ramaswami sits down with Jared Palmer — designer, developer, and founder of Turborepo (acquired by Vercel), and former VP of AI at Vercel. Jared walks through his unique path from Goldman Sachs to Vercel, and how he combined finance, design, and engineering to create beloved developer tools like Formik, TSDX, and Turborepo, and v0. The two dive deep into: Why vertical integration is the future of AI-native dev platforms The founding and launch of Vercel's v0.dev How Vercel is positioning for a world with 700M code-generators, not just 28M developers What makes teams and products move fast Why “text-to-app” will soon become “text-to-business” Whether you're a founder building dev tools, a product leader thinking about AI-native apps, or a developer curious about the future of your craft — this episode is packed with lessons and foresight. Subscribe and listen now! Transcript: https://bit.ly/4kQWVig Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:40) Jared Palmer's Early Career in Finance (04:40) Transition to Design and Freelancing (07:12) Building a Career in Open Source (11:46) Creating TurboRepo (13:47) Joining Vercel (15:27) Adjusting to Corporate Life (17:37) The Power of Transparency in Teams (17:50) Building a Thriving Team Environment (19:08) Origins of v0 (19:29) Early Development and Challenges (21:38) Key Innovations and Prototypes (22:58) Launch and Rapid Growth (25:32) Navigating a Competitive Landscape (30:02) Future of AI and Software Development
BTCTN's Frederick Munawa sits down with Charlie Hu, CEO of Bitlayers, to unpack the future of Bitcoin innovationKey Insights:
Crypto kidnappings & "wrench attacks" are surging globally. Charlie & Colin break down real cases, from Ledger CEO torture to NYC penthouse hostage drama, plus essential security tips to protect yourself from physical Bitcoin theft.You're listening to Bitcoin Season 2. Subscribe to the newsletter, trusted by over 12,000 Bitcoiners: https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.comCharlie and Colin dive deep into the dark side of crypto wealth - the rising amount of physical attacks, kidnappings, and torture targeting Bitcoin holders. From the Ledger co-founder's mutilation in France to wild NYC penthouse hostage situations involving crack cocaine and air fryers, they explore real cases and share Jameson Lopp's security wisdom.Subscribe to the newsletter! https://newsletter.blockspacemedia.com**Notes:**• Ledger co-founder kidnapped 2 days, fingers cut• American tourist lost $125K in London scam• Italian held 17 days, $28M crypto extorted• 90+ officers in French rescue operation• Attacks started with Hal Finney in 2014• Most incidents happen in Europe/AsiaTimestamps:00:00 Start01:08 What is a wrench attack?05:33 Jameson Lopp08:19 3 Types of attacks09:34 Kidnapping (Ledger Case)12:19 Kidnapping (French Father Case)13:03 Attempted Abduction (France Daughter of CEO)14:59 Arch Network15:31 Wrench Attack Tracker19:10 Hostage (American Tourist London)22:08 Different custody setups24:34 Hostage (Kentucky Crypto King)30:58 Best practices-
Have you ever done something so bad at work that it may have caused a company to go bankrupt?
What if your Shopify brand could sell 16 million cans and hit $28M in its first full year? Aaron Nosbisch did just that with BRĒZ, a microdose drink brand that taps into the decline of alcohol, the rise of wellness, and a smarter ecommerce playbook. In this episode, he breaks down the entire journey—from ignored category to household name.Show LinksAaron Nosbisch: https://twitter.com/AaronJNosbischBRĒZ: https://drinkbrez.comLucyd: https://www.wearelucyd.comSponsors:Zipify – Build high-converting sales funnelsCleverific – Smart order editing for ShopifyViralsweep – Create sweepstakes, contests, and giveaways.Work with Kurt:Grow your Shopify store: https://ethercycle.com/applyJoin the newsletter: https://kurtelster.com/Subscribe for more Shopify founder stories.
Bogues and Pro hit the road for another massive episode as the NBA Finals are locked in! The Pacers stun the Knicks with speed and smarts, while OKC make light work of Minnesota in a lopsided WCF. The guys preview the Finals matchup, discuss the future of NIL with Cooper Flagg's $28M rumors, and break down the growing issues in AAU basketball. Plus: Zion Williamson accused of rape, major staff changes in Denver, WNBA betting controversies, and much more. In the NBL, Adelaide signs Harrell and Cairns chases Patty Mills. All that and Useful or Useless, Fact or Fake News & more. 00:00:10 Intro 00:00:28 Latest NBA News 00:24:46 Playoffs Chat 01:02:21 Useful or Useless 01:09:15 Fact or Fake News 01:19:38 Latest NBL News © 2025 AMB Media
In this fast-paced episode of The Investor Impact: Power Talks, legendary investor Vinney Chopra breaks down exactly how he and his team are deploying $50 million into off-market hotel deals—with speed, precision, and strategy. Vinney shares the inside scoop on a recently targeted Dallas-area property, where a $14.5M hotel—with $2.5M in planned renovations—could be worth $28M in just three years. From flag changes that boost RevPAR to powerful market timing post-pandemic, Vinney lays out the exact formula he's using to find, underwrite, and acquire cash-flowing hospitality assets.
Katy Perry's space flight, iguana hunts, leeches on butts, and a deep dive into Love on the Spectrum — this wild comedy episode will make you laugh, cringe, and maybe even cry (we did). This week on Hey Maaan, Josh and Jacob Wolf cover everything from Florida iguana hunting and insane bug bites to the most tone-deaf space mission ever (yes, Katy Perry went to space). They also get surprisingly emotional (and hilarious) about Netflix's Love on the Spectrum, exploring what makes the show so honest, human, and flat-out beautiful.
Today's blockchain and cryptocurrency news Bitcoin is down slightly at $87,038 Eth is down slightly at $1,626 XRP, is down slightly at two dollars and eleven cents Strategy buys $555M more BTC Metaplanet buys $28M in BTC South Korea Central Bank says it wants to shape stablecoin regulation Vitalik proposes swapping EVM for RISC-V ByBit CEO says nearly 28% of stolen funds now dark. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
If you want to understand how to build a breakout brand at warp speed, this is the episode for you.In just two years, Aaron Nosbisch, founder and CEO of BRĒZ, has scaled his functional THC beverage company from zero to a projected $50M+ in revenue for 2025. The results so far are remarkable: BRĒZ sold $28 million in product in 2024, largely DTC and via a quickly expanding retail footprint of some 2,000 retail doors nationwide — and the company was profitable after just 6 months.In this conversation, we unpack how BRĒZ became a rocket ship in the functional drinks space, combining hemp-derived THC, CBD, lion's mane mushrooms, and adaptogens to create a new class of social beverages that's resonating with audiences young and old.Even more remarkable? Aaron has built BRĒZ in public, posting monthly breakdowns of the company's financials, subscriber counts, customer acquisition costs, and more.In this episode, Aaron shares:Why BRĒZ is a functional platform, not just a THC beverage — and why that distinction mattersHow the brand scaled to 8 million cans and achieved $28M in revenue in less than 24 monthsWhy DTC was the launchpad — but retail is now the growth engineThe inside story behind BRĒZ's formulation, branding, and “ancient-future” designHow Aaron uses his background as founder of Lucyd, the largest cannabis advertising agency, to win on Meta, TikTok Shop, and AmazonWhy audience psychographics > demographics — and how BRĒZ appeals across generationsThe playbook behind Total Wine sellouts, 87% DTC revenue, and hitting 10,000+ subscribersLast Call: Join Caroline, Scott, and Erica as we dive into the Areni Global report, Rethinking Wine Education, to unpack the massive gap between what's taught in formal wine certifications — and what the modern wine industry actually needs.Don't miss our next episode, dropping on April 16.For the latest updates, follow us:For the latest updates, follow us:Business of Drinks:LinkedInInstagram @bizofdrinksErica Duecy, co-host: Erica Duecy is founder and co-host of Business of Drinks and one of the drinks industry's most accomplished digital and content strategists. She runs the consultancy and advisory arm of Business of Drinks and has built publishing and marketing programs for Drizly, VinePair, SevenFifty, and other hospitality and drinks tech companies.LinkedInInstagram @ericaduecyScott Rosenbaum, co-host: Scott Rosenbaum is co-host of Business of Drinks and a veteran strategist and analyst with deep experience building drinks portfolios. He currently serves as Head of Search at Distill Ventures. He was formerly the Vice President of T. Edward Wines & Spirits, a New York-based importer and distributor.LinkedInCaroline Lamb, contributor: Caroline is a producer and on-air contributor at Business of Drinks and a key account sales and marketing specialist at AHD Vintners, a Michigan-based importer and distributor.LinkedInInstagram @borkalineSPONSOR: SWIG Partners is exclusively offering $100 off their supplier-distributor matchmaking fee when you mention the Business of Drinks podcast, or inquire via this link: https://www.swigpartners.com/businessofdrinksIf you enjoyed today's conversation, follow Business of Drinks wherever you're listening, and don't forget to rate and review us. Your support helps us reach new listeners passionate about the drinks industry. Thank you!
Man Says He Visited Heaven, Met Jesus During Near-Death Experience Watch this video at- https://youtu.be/3FQmcCFZ8Ng?si=x4U0Eezqh21CuDDg CBN News 2.28M subscribers 123,685 views May 16, 2024 Randy Kay's "afterlife" experience still leaves him visibly emotional as he recounts details of visiting heaven, meeting Jesus, and returning to share his harrowing journey. Kay, author of the book, "Heaven Stormed: A Heavenly Encounter Reveals Your Assignment in the End Time Outpouring and Tribulation," told CBN News he was once a denier of near-death experience claims — until he faced his own purported heaven journey. He recalled his own afterlife experience, which began with a sore calf. At first, he thought he had strained a muscle, but while working out and going on a bike ride, his calf began to swell. "I was able to make it back home and then went to the doctor to get an anti-inflammatory prescription, and lo and behold, when I pressed my heel into the floor as the doctor had suggested, I collapsed," Kay said. "And I was rushed to the emergency room." It turns out, the pain and swelling were due to seven blood clots that had formed. He then contracted Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), a drug-resistant bacteria. "The doctor said I was a walking dead man," Kay said. "And then the septic shock which entered into my body caused a traffic jam in my vessels, my vascular system." The chaos landed Kay in a dire situation — one that he believes sent him to heaven. "Everything went dark initially and the next moment of recall, I was looking down on my body," he said. "I was being pulled by this light. I know that sounds cliche, almost, but it's absolutely true." Kay continued, "I was in a kind of very vague, ethereal space initially where I saw these figures in front of me, and they were warring against each other. There's no other way of putting it." After his return from his after-death experience, Kay discerned he was watching spiritual warfare play out. Regardless of what people choose to believe, Kay's physical body was dead at this point, making these memories and claims quite fascinating. "My heart had stopped," he said, noting that hospital records indicate he was clinically dead for 30 minutes and 49 seconds. During that time, Kay believes he was experiencing heaven, noting he was aware that her was himself but suddenly was seeing and visualizing the world quite differently. "I was seeing things, hearing things beyond which I would be able to do otherwise in my body," he said.
Welcome to Season 2 of the Orthobullets Podcast. Today's show is Coinflips, where expert speakers discuss grey zone decisions in orthopedic surgery. This episode will feature doctors Brandon Yuan, Robert Dunbar, Krystin Hidden, & Anthony Sorkin. They will discuss the case titled "Proximal Tibia Fracture in 28M." Follow Orthobullets on Social Media:FacebookInstagram TwitterLinkedln
Episode Summary: It's Episode 105, and I'm calling this the Tony Womack episode—a tribute to a player I got to know personally while he was coaching my son's high school team. Womack brought incredible energy to the game, and I hope this episode captures some of that as we dive into all things Cubs. The Cubs are off to a hot 9-2 start in spring training, and while wins don't mean much in March, it's been exciting to see young players step up. Today, I tackle a listener mailbag, covering everything from bullpen battles, underrated hitters, and the Cubs' roster depth, to whether the front office made the right moves this offseason. Plus, I'm giving away five Cubs PS Plus hats to some lucky listeners! Key Topics Covered:
Two Hot Takes host, Morgan, is joined by guest co-host Gabby Windey! We may be more unhinged than the stories on this week's episode, but we're here to see if there is any sliver of good in these evil posts. Like someone finding out their partner has a blackmail folder.. or another persons partner whispering hate comments to them while they "sleep".. This one is a wild ride y'all so please remain seated! Checkout Gabby's Content!! :) https://www.instagram.com/gabby.windey/?hl=en https://www.youtube.com/@longwindedwithGabbyWindey https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbywindey?lang=en MERCH HERE ! https://shop.twohottakes.com Send us a letter? Our PO Box!! Two Hot Takes. 5042 Wilshire BLVD. #470. Los Angeles, CA 90036 WRITE IN TO US!!! https://reddit.app.link/twohottakes Full length Video episodes available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TwoHotTakes Partners: Prose: http://prose.com/tht for 50% off your first haircare subscription order !! Skims: Checkout the Fits Everybody collection at http://Skims.com/tht !! #skimspartner Index: 00:00 -- Start 08:10 -- Story 1 AITAH: wife wants me to "set a budget" for ___ as part of her SAHM role. 26:41 -- Story 2 My 29M gf 27F has a blackmail folder on her computer. She has one on me too. What should my next move be? 43:39 -- Story 3 I'm 29F and my long-term partner (29M) is creating AI.... 1:00:03 -- Story 4 My partner (28M) whispered "I hate you" when he thought I (37M) was asleep. Do you think he means it? 1:16:40 -- Story 5 AITA for calling my BILs wife insanely entitled after an argument over photos of my sister? 1:30:56 -- Rapid Fire Wrap Up
How would you feel if your current partner still speaks to their ex? Become a Patron or YouTube Member for ad-free episodes and bonus stories every Monday and Friday as well as exclusive content: Cultiv8 Patreon or YouTube Membership Head to https://factormeals.com/wiki50 and use code wiki50 to get 50% off! Head to https://acorns.com/reddit or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today! (Timestamps are approximate due to dynamic ad insertion. Consider being a Patron or YouTube member for ad-free episodes) On today's Reddit Readings episode we have: (00:00) - Intro (04:11) - My (36F) fiancé is breaking off our engagement and ending our relationship because I (37M) still communicate with my ex wife. (16:07) - "I was walking on sunshine after an event, got home and my wife ruined it for me in one sentence" (28:12) - My Stepdad lied about me being pregnant to “teach me a lesson” and it traumatized me (40:12) - Caught my husband (41:34) - My bf (28M) said he would leave me (24F) if I couldn't have kids (44:54) - My fiancé tucks me in every day. (47:27) - More Amazing Underbakke segment of DTGF? Be sure to hit like, subscribe, and follow us on all social media platforms for all things Reddit on Wiki! Click here for our Social and Donation Links: https://linktr.ee/redditonwiki Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode is part of Pear VC's series on Medicaid, covering the basics that founders need to know to build innovations that support communities in need. This week, we're excited to get to know Cesar Herrera. Cesar is the co-founder and CEO of Yuvo Health, a value-based care enablement organization for FQHCs. Yuvo Health is an industry-leading healthcare organization that partners with community health centers to help them gain an advantage in value-based care, a healthcare model that prioritizes patient-provided quality and outcomes of care over the quantity of services delivered. Founded in New York City in January 2021 by a fully BIPOC team that has experienced the power of quality care firsthand, the entire company shares a common goal of bringing fair, quality care to underserved communities. Yuvo Health empowers health centers to succeed in value-based care arrangements by qualifying for meaningful value-based care contracts and achieving success in those arrangements with a dedicated Population Health partner — and with Yuvo Health taking on the risk in doing so. Yuvo has raised $28M to date from AlleyCorp, Mosaic General Partners, New York Ventures, HLM Venture Partners, Route 66 Ventures, VamosVentures, AV8 Ventures, Watershed, GreyMatter, Social Innovation Fund, and others Cesar's journey in healthcare spans over two decades, beginning with strategy and policy consulting at Kurt Salmon Associates, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Booz & Company. He also worked at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, where he spearheaded marketing and competitive strategy initiatives. He then transitioned to Head of Existing Business at Zocdoc, and then Healthify, where he served as Chief Solutions Officer, shaping his vision for Yuvo Health. Cesar holds an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business, along with an MPH in Health Policy and Management from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
Welcome back to another episode of The Richer Geek Podcast! Today, Mike is joined by Paul Deloughery, a seasoned attorney with 25 years of experience in probate and trust law. Paul is the author of Lasting Wealth: A Revolutionary Method of Family Wealth Transfer and Probate Made Simple. Paul's journey into the realm of probate law is deeply personal. After facing the challenges of managing an unexpected inheritance without proper guidance, he recognized the profound need for expert legal support during critical times. This experience inspired him to create Probate Made Simple and shaped his philosophy of offering compassionate, clear, and personalized legal assistance. In this episode, we're discussing… Lessons from Losing Millions: Paul's journey from inheriting $28M to losing much of it, and the valuable insights he gained along the way. The Realities of Probate Litigation: Why even well-drafted trusts and wills can lead to family disputes and court battles. Family Wealth Transfer Myths: Understanding the "shirt sleeves to shirt sleeves" phenomenon and why most financial windfalls don't last. Essential Probate Planning Tips: - The importance of clear communication with beneficiaries. - How to build trust and prevent disputes before they arise. - Why documentation is necessary but not sufficient for a smooth wealth transfer. Breaking Generational Wealth Cycles: Steps families can take to ensure long-term financial stability and harmony. Resources from Paul LinkedIn | Sudden Wealth Protection Law | Lasting Wealth: A Revolutionary Method of Family Wealth Transfer | Probate Made Simple Resources from Mike and Nichole Gateway Private Equity Group | Nic's guide
How would you feel if your long term partner said you were just casually dating? Become a Patron or YouTube Member for ad-free episodes and bonus stories every Monday and Friday as well as exclusive content: Cultiv8 Patreon or YouTube Membership Head to https://factormeals.com/wiki50 and use code wiki50 to get 50% off! Head to https://acorns.com/reddit or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing for your future today! (Timestamps are approximate due to dynamic ad insertion. Consider being a Patron or YouTube member for ad-free episodes) On today's Reddit Readings episode we have: (4:32) - My bf(28M) got me a huge surprise gift that I(23f) think ruined my Christmas? (16:55) - My "partner" thinks we're just casual (28:58) - I've angered a family of ravens. How do I appease them? (35:47) - Mother disciplined my child against my wishes and ruined our Christmas (43:51) - Rate That Date feat. The Amazing Underbakke Be sure to hit like, subscribe, and follow us on all social media platforms for all things Reddit on Wiki! Click here for our Social and Donation Links: https://linktr.ee/redditonwiki Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Imagine personally guaranteeing millions in debt to fill a $28M order—only to have it yanked at the last minute. It nearly bankrupted founder Adi Gullia as well as Grace & Stella. Yet he overcame it all and sold at a 5.8x EBITDA multiple.