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Friday, October 31st, 2025Today, a Tennessee man was held in jail for over a month on a $2M bond because he posted a meme; a Trump nominee for the US export bank withdraws over ties to Russia; Trump lifts sanctions on a Putin-backed autocrat; the administration announces it will resume testing of nuclear weapons; Senate Democrats broaden their investigation into Trump's Epstein ballroom as demolition contractors go underground; four Republicans join Democrats to end Trump's tariffs against Canada; a three star general has been pushed out after conflicts with Hegseth; remembering transgender athlete and student Lia Smith, who took her life at just 21 years of age; and Allison and Dana delivers your Good News.Thank You, HomeChefFor a limited time, get  50% off and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life!  HomeChef.com/DAILYBEANS.  Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert.Guest: John FugelsangTell Me Everything - John Fugelsang, The John Fugelsang Podcast, John Fugelsang - Substack, @johnfugelsang.bsky.social - Bluesky, @JohnFugelsang -TwitterSeparation of Church and Hate by John Fugelsang - OUT NOW!Upcoming Live Dates - Separation of Church & Hate book tour NOV 12 - Union StageThe Martin Sheen Podcast - MSW MediaDana Goldberg Outrageous Tour - November 14th ChicagoStoriesTrump nominee at U.S. export bank withdraws amid scrutiny of Russia ties | The Washington Post4 Senate Republicans rebuke Trump for a third time this week, voting with Democrats against president's global tariffs | CNN PoliticsSanctions Lifted on a Putin-Backed Autocrat After Lobbying by Trump Allies | The New York TimesExclusive: Three-star general pushed out amid tensions with Hegseth | CNN PoliticsDemocrats ramp up probes into Trump's $300 million White House ballroom | The Washington PostSonya Massey's father expresses anger after ex-deputy convicted on lesser charge in fatal shooting | CBS NewsTennessee sheriff defends jailing liberal activist for posting Trump meme about school shooting | NewsChannel5Every Trans Suicide Is A Murder By Those In Power | Erin In The MorningGive to honor Lia Smith's memory - MiddleburyGood TroubleIn Texas, there is a SUPER important November 4th vote. The problem with Texas is that Republicans are better at voting in smaller elections, like the one coming up.The Democrat in the race is Taylor Rehmet, an Air Force Vet and Union Organizer. This district has been Republican since 1991 and flipping this will help with acts like the recent Texas gerrymandering. Taylor Rehmet For TexasDana's Good Trouble: Albuquerque, NM - APS District 6 vote for Margaret “Warigia” Bowman - https://www.warigiaforaps.com/➡️ Sign up to phone bank in Virginia.**Group Directory - The Visibility Brigade: Resistance is Possible**California! YOU have your prop 50 ballots. Fill them out and return them ASAP.**Yes On Prop 50 | CA Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us, Sign up to call voters in California**Vote Yes 836 - Oklahoma**How to Organize a Bearing Witness Standout**Indiana teacher snitch portal - Eyes on Education**Find Your Representative | house.gov, Contacting U.S. SenatorsFrom The Good NewsHeretic Coffee Co.Refuse Fascism50501 Movement, Josh Johnson - YouTubeThe Martin Sheen Podcast - MSW MediaDana Goldberg Outrageous Tour - November 14th ChicagoOur Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - Donate, MSW Media, Blue Wave CA Victory Fund | ActBlue, WhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - The 2025 Out100, BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing!  patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. 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Dr. Maria Sophocles is as a board-certified gynecologist, sex therapist, leading menopause expert, and a popular TED talk speaker. She has taught clinicians this technology on five continents. Her Princeton clinic and virtual practice serves 30,000 women in the US and globally. Dr. Sophocles is currently working on a documentary about sex and menopause and developing a health clinic in rural Kenya. In this episode, Dr. Sophocles discusses the lack of conversation around women's sexual health, and provides insightful information on hormone replacement therapy around menopause. RESOURCES: Learn more about Dr. Sophocles here: https://mariasophoclesmd.com Her viral TED talk with 1.2M+ views: https://www.ted.com/talks/maria_sophocles_what_happens_to_sex_in_midlife_a_look_at_the_bedroom_gap?language=en Instagram: @mariasophoclesmd Pre-order her book The Bedroom Gap on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/48X1XYk Get 15% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 5:21 Lack of attention in the area of vaginal health 9:52 Shame around sex 11:20 When estrogen goes away 16:40 Systemic HRT 18:00 Bioidentical hormones 21:35 Blood work & pellets 26:00 Dr Sophocles' approach to estrogen & progesterone decline 31:40 What women on HRT can experience 35:20 Separate vaginal and systemic estrogen for cancer patients 37:20 Libido and estrogen, testosterone 40:25 Brain in perimenopause 44:42 Where to learn more from Dr. Maria Sophocles 46:01 "The Bedroom Gap" Book WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY COACH TARA APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app LEVEL UP PROGRAM: http://taragarrison.com/level-up INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!

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In this episode, I sit down with Jay Singh, founder of Casper Studios, to explore how AI voice agents are transforming how we create, communicate, and collect information.We dive into how Jay helped Kit's team automate workflows with voice-based AI, why voice will soon replace typing entirely, and how creators can use tools like Whisper Flow and 11 Labs to turn ideas into finished content faster. Jay also gives a live demo, showing exactly how to build a working AI voice agent from scratch.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction01:10 Hitting a $2M run rate with AI implementation03:34 How Kit's team uses AI to build internal tools05:11 Building an automation culture with AI education06:48 Why voice will replace typing09:21 The Apple example and how voice got good again12:16 Why speaking first creates more authentic content18:52 The power of transcripts as creative building blocks22:06 Using voice to collect team insights and automate discovery26:22 Live demo: building a working AI voice agent33:02 Setting guardrails and testing your AI agent40:24 How creators can integrate voice feedback loops47:48 How AI changes human interaction and trust50:01 Practical next steps for creators using voice54:15 Final takeaways and what's next for Casper StudiosIf you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe, share it with your friends, and leave a review. I read every single one.Learn more about the podcast: https://nathanbarry.com/showFollow Nathan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanbarryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanbarryX: https://twitter.com/nathanbarryYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenathanbarryshowWebsite: https://nathanbarry.comFollow Jay:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaysingh10125X: https://x.com/JSingh_08Website: https://casperstudios.xyzFeatured in this episode:Casper Studios: https://casperstudios.xyzKit: https://www.kit.comEleven Labs: https://elevenlabs.ioWispr Flow: https://wisprflow.ai

What happens when someone who awarded over $500 million in government contracts from the inside decides to walk away from a secure, six-figure job — all to help people who look like him win from the outside? You get Malcolm Ali, aka Mr. Purchase Order — a powerful force in the world of procurement, government contracting, and economic empowerment. In this episode, Malcolm shares: Why he left a high-paying role in government How he's helped his clients win over $6 million in contracts in just the last 12 months The game-changing $2.2M contract that saved a business Strategies business owners can use today to start winning government deals What it really takes to navigate (and win in) the federal contracting space If you're a small business owner, entrepreneur, or someone passionate about creating generational wealth through public-sector opportunities — this episode is a must-listen.

Ricky Burns: How to build £1M profit in year one (after losing it all at 26)Ricky Burns made incredible money at 26.Then he drank it all away.Partied it into oblivion. Got hit with a massive VAT bill he couldn't pay. Shut the whole thing down.Most people never recover from that kind of failure.Ricky went back into employment for 10 years.Ran European divisions. Watched. Learned. Took notes on what actually works.At 33, he started again.September 2024: Pulse Group launched with his co-founder Tony.12 months later:£1.2M in fees£1M in EBITDA (profit)I don't know anyone who's achieved these numbers in year one.This week on The RAG Podcast, Ricky breaks it all down.We cover:How they hit £1M profit in 12 months (it's simpler than you think)What killed his first business (beyond the partying)The 10 years of lessons that made the comeback inevitableWhy he paired recruitment with SOW consultancyThe systems and client focus driving 83% marginsHow AI is making them more efficient without adding headcountWhy work-life balance is now non-negotiableThis isn't your typical "I scaled fast" story.This is brutal honesty about failure, sobriety, and building something sustainable the second time around.If you've ever wondered what separates 6-figure founders from 7-figure founders - or if you think you've already missed your shot - this episode has the answers.__________________________________________Episode Sponsor: AtlasAdmin is a massive waste of time. That's why there's Atlas, the AI-first recruitment platform built for modern agencies.It doesn't only track CVs and calls. It remembers everything. Every email, every interview, every conversation. Instantly searchable, always available. And now, it's entering a whole new era.With Atlas 2.0, you can ask anything and it delivers. With Magic Search, you speak and it listens. It finds the right candidates using real conversations, not simply look for keywords.Atlas 2.0 also makes business development easier than ever. With Opportunities, you can track, manage and grow client relationships, powered by generative AI and built right into your workflow.Need insights? Custom dashboards give you total visibility over your pipeline. And that's not theory. Atlas customers have reported up to 41% EBITDA growth and an 85% increase in monthly billings after adopting the platform.No admin. No silos. No lost info. Nothing but faster shortlists, better hires and more time to focus on what actually drives revenue.Atlas is your personal AI partner for modern recruiting.Don't miss the future of recruitment. Get started with Atlas today and unlock your exclusive RAG listener offer at https://recruitwithatlas.com/therag/__________________________________________Episode Sponsor: HoxoEvery recruitment founder is investing in LinkedIn.Spending thousands on Recruiter licences.Building connections. Posting content. Growing networks.But here's the question almost no one can answer:How much revenue is LinkedIn actually bringing into your business?Most founders have thousands of connections but no clear process to turn that attention into cash.That's the problem we solve.At Hoxo, we help recruitment founders build predictable revenue systems on LinkedIn, not just noise or vanity metrics.Our clients are turning LinkedIn into £100K–£300K in new billings within months, using their existing...

Join Ash Penley, CEO of ZOEX Power, in conversation with Gary Fowler, as they explore how wave energy is entering a new era of innovation and sustainability. From transitioning out of offshore oil & gas to developing a modular Wave Energy Converter that tackles marine energy's biggest challenge — cost-efficiency — Ash shares her remarkable journey as a solo founder raising £1.2M and building what could become the next unicorn out of ScotlandInsights You'll Learn:✅ The Evolution of Wave Energy – from concept to commercialization✅ Entrepreneurial Grit – how Ash transitioned from oil & gas to renewables✅ Breaking Barriers – being the only woman founder in global wave energy✅ Building a Clean-Tech Startup in Scotland – hurdles, lessons, and wins✅ Future of Marine Power – where innovation and sustainability intersect✅ AI & Energy – how artificial intelligence could accelerate the industry✅ Women in STEM – inspiring the next generation of innovatorsWhy This Matters:*Wave energy is one of the most underutilized renewable resources with immense potential.*ZOEX Power's modular technology could finally make wave power commercially viable.*Ash's journey highlights resilience, innovation, and diversity in clean-tech leadershipExpert Background:• CEO & Founder of ZOEX Power, developer of a modular Wave Energy Converter• 15 years' experience in Offshore Oil & Gas complex installations• Raised **£1.2M** in early-stage funding for marine energy innovation• The only woman founder in Wave Energy globally• Passionate about sustainable innovation and empowering women in STEM

Most people think real estate is all numbers and spreadsheets.Buy low. Sell high. Track your KPIs.That stuff matters. But that's not what keeps your business alive.Dr. Sheri and I break down the actual numbers and edge behind a $2M flipping business.It's how you lead better and survive even when the market takes a dip.Predictable deal flow is a non-negotiable.And there are 2 off-market deal sources many flippers overlook that are COMPLETELY FREE…On November 10th - 13th, I'm going to show you my 6-step system to get 100s of off-market deals sent to your email inbox every week on autopilot for free.I call it the Blackbox Challenge. Because, on a mission, the black box is the one thing that always survives.It records every system, every action, every outcome.That's exactly what I've done for you in the Blackbox Challenge.Join the 4-Day Blackbox Challenge Starting Nov. 10th >>Catch you later!LINKS & RESOURCES1,000 FREE Seller LeadsGet your first 1,000 seller leads FREE from our partner BatchLeads and start closing deals immediately. CLICK HERE: http://leads.getbatch.co/mztQkMr7 Figure Flipping UndergroundIf you want to learn how to make money flipping and wholesaling houses without risking your life savings or "working weekends" forever... this book is for YOU. It'll take you from "complete beginner" to closing your first deal or even your next 10 deals without the bumps and bruises most people pick up along the way. If you've never flipped a house before, you'll find step-by-step instructions on everything you need to know to get started. If you're already flipping or wholesaling houses, you'll find fast-track secrets that will cut years off your learning curve and let you streamline your operations, maximize profit, do MORE deals, and work LESS. CLICK HERE: https://hubs.ly/Q01ggDSh0 7 Figure RunwayFollow a proven 5-step formula to create consistent monthly income flipping and wholesaling houses, then turn your active income into passive cash flow and create a life of freedom. 7 Figure Runway is an intensive, nothing-held-back mentoring group for real estate investors who want to build a "scalable" business and start "stacking" assets to build long-term wealth. Get off-market deal sourcing strategies that work, plus 100% purchase and renovation financing through our built-in funding partners, a community of active investors who will support and encourage you, weekly accountability sessions to keep you on track, 1-on-1 coaching, and more. CLICK HERE: https://hubs.ly/Q01ggDLL0 7 Figure Real Estate Ready RoomUse this proven blueprint to launch and grow your real estate investing business. Step-by-step video course takes you through everything you need to know… and we'll jump on WEEKLY workshops to break down each step with you LIVE! Think of it like getting a master's degree in tactical real estate investing for a fraction of the cost. CLICK HERE: https://7figureflipping.com/ready Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram: @7figureflipping Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emily and Kenji grew up with very little and now (at 34 and 36) they've built a $2M net worth and a plan to be work-optional by 40. We pressure-test their CoastFIRE math, reveal why a $1M taxable bridge can still come up short, and show how solo 401(k)s, backdoor Roth conversions, and a small savings re-mix help them reach their goals. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jump start your journey with our FREE financial resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reach your goals faster with our products⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Take the relationship to the next level: become a client⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe on YouTube for early access and go beyond the podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with us on social media for more content⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Bring confidence to your wealth building with simplified strategies from The Money Guy. Learn how to apply financial tactics that go beyond common sense and help you reach your money goals faster. Make your assets do the heavy lifting so you can quit worrying and start living a more fulfilled life. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NordVPN.com/MONEYGUY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Cock and Apella Wealth advisor Roxy Butner team up for a lively listener Q&A episode covering everything from the new wave of penny-stock IPOs to retirement readiness and tax traps. Tom opens with a warning about the surge in risky penny-stock offerings, then the two dive into listener questions about annuity sales pressure at Fidelity, portfolio diversification mistakes, CD taxation myths, Roth conversions, and one standout 21-year-old listener getting her financial life off to a stellar start. 0:05 Tom opens with a warning about the explosion in penny-stock IPOs 1:26 Why “lottery-ticket” stocks nearly always burn investors 2:21 Diversify, stay tax-efficient, and skip the hype 2:30 Roxy joins for listener Q&A 3:38 Fidelity's annuity pitch — a listener wonders if it's time to leave 5:05 Who's truly fiduciary: Fidelity vs. Vanguard vs. Apella 6:14 Vanguard dipping a toe into crypto 6:51 Quabina from Ohio: $2.2M at 47 — diversified enough to retire at 55? 8:14 Missing global diversification and bonds in an all-U.S. portfolio 9:57 Early-retirement planning challenges and healthcare costs 10:20 How to design the right stock-bond-international mix 11:36 Daniel from California: Are long CDs taxed as capital gains? 13:04 Why CD interest is always ordinary income — and muni bond alternatives 13:29 Year-end planning: RMDs, Roth conversions, and tax optimization 14:45 Common tax mistakes and mis-placed assets 15:19 Emily from Ohio: “Young and Dumb” — a 21-year-old investing the smart way 18:51 Building a first Roth IRA and why bonds don't belong yet 20:00 One-fund simplicity: AVGE vs. VOO 21:41 Long-term mindset: global diversification and patience pay off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode, Dr. Debi shares 11 anonymized, real-world scenarios showing how unhealed betrayal quietly derails performance, leadership, health, and culture at work. From weight changes and gut issues to micromanagement, perfectionism, disengagement, and self-betrayal, you'll see how a personal rupture (even years old) can surface on the job—and what to do about it. You'll also hear research-backed prevalence stats (weight, gut, sleep) and a clear invitation to move from Stages 2–3 (shock and survival) into Stages 4–5 (healing and growth).    Who this episode is for  Professionals, leaders, and founders who feel “off” at work and can't trace why  HR/people leaders noticing unexplained dips in performance, morale, or collaboration  Anyone who suspects an earlier betrayal might still be shaping today's choices, health, and capacity    Key concepts & signals  Betrayal shows up at work physically (weight, gut, sleep), mentally (focus, overthinking), emotionally (hypervigilance, distrust).  Nervous system hijack: After broken trust, people often swing to micromanagement, second-guessing, isolation, or over-preparation.  Stages matter: Creativity, confidence, and connection typically reliably return as you move into Stages 4–5 of the 5-Stage model.  Research snapshots (from Debi's community data):  Weight/eating struggles: ~47%  Gut issues (IBS/Crohn's/constipation/diarrhea): ~45%  Sleep problems: ~68%    Case snapshots (anonymized)  Sarah — Weight & confidence spiral Discovery of husband + best friend affair → stress eating → +40 lbs, pre-diabetes, energy crash. Missed two promotions; client-facing confidence plummeted.  Marcus — Gut & career derailment Brother's $50k “investment” betrayal (borrowed from 401k) → nausea → IBS, 30 missed days in 6 months, $12k out-of-pocket care → transfer to lower-paying support role.  Jennifer — From empowering to micromanaging Daughter's addiction/deceit eroded trust → hypervigilance, excessive approvals, morale drop → $30k demotion.  David — Cultural catalyst to clock-watcher Father covertly rewrote will for estranged sister → emotional numbness → stopped mentoring/initiatives → ~25% drop in departmental satisfaction.  Lisa — Anxiety, over-prep, stalled growth Fiancé + maid of honor affair weeks before wedding → panic in meetings, medical leave, therapy costs → over-preparation and hesitation → lost Senior Manager promotion.  Tom — Creativity collapse Close friend's emotional affair with his partner during family caregiving → withdrew creative risk-taking → lost edge in pitches → 3 major accounts (~$2M) missed.  Rachel — Sleepless CEO Sister's manipulation of elderly mother & finances → insomnia, ruminations → poorer board-level decisions, investor strain, performance dip; sleep meds added side-effects.  Kevin — Isolation after double betrayal Wife left for best friend → withdrew from people, closed-door leadership → cross-functional effectiveness down ~40%; silos and delays multiplied.  Maria — Paralysis by over-analysis Business + romantic partner embezzled to fund secret life → hyper-checking, documentation glut → missed time-sensitive opportunities; costly lost trading advantage.  Robert — Purpose lost, pipeline thins Adult son (aided by brother) sued him for “emotional damages” → quit mentoring/junior development → leadership pipeline weakened; burnout → early retirement.  Andrea (self-betrayal) — Successful but misaligned Pressured away from teaching into law → chronic fatigue, migraines, disengagement, ~30% billable drop, ~$800k lost potential revenue → leave of absence. The cost wasn't only professional—it was existential.    How to spot it (self-check)  “I don't recognize how I lead or work anymore.” (micromanaging, over-prepping, perfectionism)  “My body is louder than my calendar.” (gut flares, migraines, insomnia before big decisions)  “I'm here but not really here.” (numbness, disengagement, loss of initiative/mentoring)  “I don't trust my read on people.” (multiple confirmations for simple tasks, second-guessing)  “I'm productive—but always late.” (hyper-vigilant thoroughness that kills timeliness)  “I'm successful—and empty.” (self-betrayal: achievement without meaning)    Try this: 6 reflection prompts  Which case felt uncomfortably familiar—and why?  Where does betrayal show up most for you: body, mind, or relationships at work?  What do you over-do (control, analyze, isolate) to feel safer—and what does it cost?  Which responsibility did you stop (mentoring, initiating, pitching) after the rupture?  What would “Stage 4–5 me” do differently this week?  If self-betrayal is the theme, what small act of alignment could you take in 72 hours?    If you lead a team (HR, managers, execs)  Watch for sudden style flips (empowering → micromanaging; creative → conventional).  Replace “performance policing” with support + boundaries (clear priorities, fewer approvals, flexible micro-rest).  Offer psychological safety + access to evidence-based healing resources; normalize PTO for real recovery.  Protect culture carriers (your “Davids”)—and rebuild when they dim.    Practical next steps  Name it: If you recognized yourself, that's progress.  Assess: Take the Post Betrayal Syndrome® indicators seriously (weight, gut, sleep).  Stabilize the body: Basic routines (sleep hygiene, hydration, movement) reduce reactivity.  Skill up: Learn boundaries, rebuild self-trust, and pace decisions during healing.  Advance stages: If you're in Stages 2–3, get guided support to move into 4–5, where creativity, confidence, and connection reliably return.  Share back: Tell Dr. Debi which story resonated most; it helps tailor future episodes.  Memorable lines  “We can try to leave betrayal at the door—but our body and leadership bring it to work.”  “Micromanagement is often a trust injury in disguise.”  “Success that betrays you is still betrayal.”  Resources & links  The PBT Institute — programs, coaches, community: https://thepbtinstitute.com/  Corporate/HR offerings & talks: https://thepbtinstitute.com/corporate/  Tell Dr. Debi which scenario hit home for you, and what you'll try this week. See you next time. 

Episode 401 of The VentureFizz Podcast features Nicole Phillips-Bastian of Qatch. This episode was recorded live at Startup Boston Week at Suffolk University which is the third year that I've hosted it onsite. Thank you to Stephanie Roulic for the invitation, as it's a lot of fun and great to be involved in such a meaningful conference. And, since it was hosted live, this episode is audio only and my apologies for the background noise. Personalization isn't a new term in the world of tech but as a consumer, it often fails. It could be a failure around the data, the actual tech powering the experience, or executional challenges. For Qatch (which stands for Quick Match), they have been able to overcome these challenges by establishing trust with consumers in one of the most coveted spots for obtaining first party data… no, it's definitely not email, but through text messaging. Qatch is a personalized shopping platform that allows user preferences to dictate what products they see next. Their platform enables the company to capture user engagement to a degree other brands are not, which gives them incredibly valuable insight into what products a specific shopper would buy, so they can recommend it to them in real-time. It all falls under that trust factor which is so important, because if Qatch is not delivering value, it's easy to block that text message and it is this level of trust that has been so key to their success. Two interesting points to note: 1. Nicole's co-founder for Qatch is her sister Raquel. 2. They have built a very capital efficient company, as they have raised just under $2M in funding. In this interview, we cover: * The importance of founder-led sales. * Nicole's background story and her journey into law as a retail attorney with a focus on fashion law and regulations. * All the details about Qatch and why they decided on text messaging as their primary method of communication. * How the platform works and their use of AI. * Sales and getting brands to join their platform, plus how they evolved their pricing strategy. * The competition and how they differ from companies like Stitch Fix. * Her experience raising capital as a female founder and why sales is the best form of funding. * And so much more.

When I sat down with Ed Bray, VP of Growth at Orama, he told me why cutting 60% of his clients was the best decision he ever made.In this episode, we unpack how that bold move transformed Orama's US business from chaos to clarity, scaling to $2M with a leaner client base, a stronger delivery engine, and a “fewer, better” mindset.We also dive into Ed's journey from average biller to operator, his obsession with BD excellence, and what every recruiter can learn from his US playbook.You can connect with Ed here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-bray-86070b142/-------------------------Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G5fu358_IMI-------------------------Sponsors - Claim your exclusive savings from our partners with the links below:CapEx Currency - Check Out CapEx & Claim Your Exclusive Offer HereSourcewhale - Check Out Sourcewhale & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.Raise - Check Out Raise & Claim Your Exclusive Offer Here.-------------------------Extra Stuff:Learn more about our online skills development platform Hector here: https://bit.ly/47hsaxeJoin 6,000+ other recruiters levelling up their skills with our Limitless Learning Newsletter here: https://limitless-learning.thisishector.com/subscribe-------------------------Get in touch:Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hishemazzouz/-------------------------

Confident Security, a technology enabling provably private AI interactions, announced its public launch with $4.2M in funding. In this episode, CEO Jonathan Mortensen joins host Scott Schober to discuss the funding, the company's mission, and more. • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com.

Too many smart, capable women stay stuck in roles that feel “safe.” In this episode, Kendall Berg and Dr. Candace Steele Flippin unpack why — and how to finally break free. Drawing on groundbreaking research from her book and her SHAPE Framework (Safe, Hard Work, Advocate, Persevere, Educate), Dr. Candace reveals the hidden connection between financial stability and career confidence — and why money literacy isn't just about saving, it's about power. Together, they explore how self-advocacy, financial readiness, and strategic visibility help women move from fear to freedom. Whether you're hesitating to take a promotion, negotiate your worth, or leave a role that no longer fits, this conversation gives you the mindset and tools to stop playing it safe and start shaping your next chapter.

Sports Cards Live episode 287, Part 1. Jeremy sits down with Joe Poirot to kick off the night, then Leighton Sheldon jumps in for a deep dive on the headline sale of the 1914 Baltimore News Babe Ruth that just hammered around 4M after a prior 7.2M comp. We unpack why rare does not always equal iconic, how schedule issues compare to Goudey Ruths, and what “value” means when a card trades so infrequently. From there we zoom out to the auction landscape: shill bidding realities, house bidding on behalf of consignors, and reserves—how they work, where they are disclosed, and how buyers can protect themselves. Jeremy shares a Classic Auctions mail day, completing a 1952 Parkhurst “flight” with Rocket Richard alongside Gordie Howe, Terry Sawchuk, and Tim Horton, plus a fun pickup of game-used Mats Sundin gloves. We also touch on Probstein moving off eBay to SNYPE, Fanatics vault strategies, and using Card Ladder to sanity-check comps. What you'll learn Why the Baltimore News Ruth can lag iconic appeal despite extreme rarity How auction house reserves and house bids can affect bidding behavior Practical tactics to limit shill exposure set a ceiling price and stick to it How “flight collecting” works as a middle path between set and type collecting Vintage hockey targets in 1951–52 Parkhurst and why they resonate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Headlines & Homeless Persons Rally Report II hereEyewitness report of police violence on Sunday 19th Oct in Melb CBD - please explain to Vic Government who has supplied military style weapons to police who target anti fascist protestsHomeless Persons Rally Report: Debbie Brennan re Radical Women at Homeless Persons rally 21/10/2025AUKUS: Revolving door, spiralling down Ahead of the launch of a new database on the Australian military-industrial complex, we document the farce that AUKUS has becomeMichelle Fahy Oct 19 from Undue influenceAustralia, US sign landmark critical minerals dealVoices 4 Palestine II hereExcerpt from the speech Chris Hedges was supposed to deliver at Australia's National Press Club, live to the nation on ABC, the country's national broadcaster. Despite written confirmation the club cancelled the talk, reportedly citing an interest in “balancing out our program”, after learning more about what he was going to say. Hedges claims he was told by a reliable source that the club had then reached out to Israeli Ambassador. You can find the whole his statement here and recording here.Homeless Persons Union Interview II hereLived experience accounts of homeless community members' interactions with CrownLand Security - the private security firm that has been recently employed and deployed by Melbourne City Council in a $2M initiative which marginalises and criminalises those experiencing homelessness in the streets of the CBD.We speak to the Homeless Persons Union's Spike Chiappalone about the outcomes of the most recent council meeting and the effects these decisions will have on people. Song - Jesse Welles - No Kings This is the Week II hereComrade Kevin breaks down the week that was.Don Sutherland Interview II herePolitical and economic correspondent Donald Sutherland drops in to talk to us about the current minerals deal and the effects on Australia and what a response could be. Song - Dutch Nazari - Aqaba  

Your process works perfectly at two-liter bench scale. Then you hit fifty liters and titer drops 20%. By two hundred liters, aggregation appears and charge variants shift. Your management team asks: "How long to fix this?" The honest answer? Three to twelve month, because you're flying blind.In Part 2 of this Quality by Design Master Class, David Brühlmann reveals why scale-up chaos isn't inevitable. It's a solvable engineering problem. Drawing on experience leading bioprocess innovation at Merck and guiding biotech companies through CMC development, David delivers the process control framework that transforms reactive troubleshooting into predictive manufacturing.The core truth: eighty percent of quality problems stem from twenty percent of your process variables. David shows how to identify Critical Process Parameters, implement intelligent control strategies, and leverage hybrid modeling that reduces experiments by 60-80%. With case studies from Genentech and Amgen, you'll gain the blueprint that turns QbD requirements into competitive advantage.Part 1 taught you what to build and measure. Part 2 shows you how to control your process to consistently deliver commercial-scale quality.Topics Discussed:The common pitfalls of scaling up manufacturing from bench to production, and why process control must go beyond end-product testing (02:10)Overview of the QbD framework: Quality Target Product Profile (QTPP), Critical Quality Attributes (CQAs), and the focus of this episode - Control Strategies for manufacturing (05:00)Identifying and monitoring Critical Process Parameters (CPPs) and their impact on quality, with real-world examples from Genentech's monoclonal antibody platform (08:20)Structure of an effective manufacturing control strategy: Input, process, and output controls - including practical details on real-time monitoring and release testing (11:00)The role of hybrid modeling and machine learning in accelerating process optimization, and how this approach can dramatically reduce the experimental burden (13:30)Real examples of improved outcomes and efficiency through model-based control strategies, and why training and process understanding are essential for team success (16:10)A quick, actionable exercise biotech teams can use to map process risks and identify critical control points (16:55)Whether you're part of a start-up or a large biotech firm, this episode offers clear, strategic steps for implementing QbD and improving process reliability. Don't forget to listen to Part 1 for more on QTPP and CQA, and visit www.bruehlmann-consulting.com for additional resources.Next step:Book a 20-minute call to help you get started on any questions you may have about bioprocessing analytics: https://bruehlmann-consulting.com/callPreparing for your IND? We're building a CMC Dashboard in Excel to help biotech founders track tasks, timelines, and risks in one place. Join the waitlist for early access at https://scale-your-impact.notion.site/27dd9c6ba679804b80a7ce439d56c91a?pvs=105

Cameron Herold (ex-COO of 1-800-GOT-JUNK?) scaled the company from $2M to $106M in six years. In this conversation we dig into the mindset and mechanics behind rapid growth: raising prices when it's scary, building a magnetic culture, driving PR at scale, and the leadership shift from “doing the work” to growing people. Cameron unpacks his Vivid Vision framework, how CEOs can run an energy audit on their calendar, and why you should delegate everything except genius. We also get real about failures—nearly bankrupting the company at $60M—and the habits that keep him sharp today, including quitting alcohol and living as a global nomad.You'll learn: how to identify the one problem that moves the needle, turn praise into performance, and align your team around a 3-year future you can actually build.Find Cameron's books, podcast, and the COO Alliance at cameronherold.com.

In this powerful episode of Power Talks, recorded live at Latitude59 in Nairobi, host Ssuna Ronald sits down with Shawn Maraya, the visionary CEO of SiteSeer. Discover how this trained architect is tackling one of Africa's most persistent problems: chronic construction delays that cost the continent a staggering $45 billion annually.Shawn reveals how his company uses a simple hard hat-mounted camera to create a "digital twin" of construction sites, bringing much-needed transparency and data-driven decision-making to an industry ripe for disruption. We dive into his journey from architect to tech founder, the challenges of introducing innovation to "old money" sectors, and his bootstrapped path to managing over a million square meters of data.Whether you're in construction, tech, investing, or just fascinated by African innovation, this conversation is a masterclass in identifying a massive problem and building a clever, human-centric solution.(00:01:05) - The Big Idea: What is SiteSeer? The vision to revolutionize construction's three pillars.(00:01:51) - The Simple Analogy: How SiteSeer works, explained using a "food delivery" model.(00:02:19) - The Tech on Site: From hard hats to "Digital Twins" - how the magic happens.(00:02:59) - The $45 Billion Problem: The shocking scale of delays and losses in African construction.(00:05:10) - The Founder's Story: Why a young, geeky architect took on this giant industry.(00:07:08) - Traction & The Future: Bootstrapping, a $1.2M fundraise, and expansion plans across Africa.(00:08:45) - Parting Wisdom: Shawn's powerful advice for every entrepreneur: "Bet on yourself."Power Talks is your front-row seat to the conversations shaping the future of business and technology in Africa. Host Ssuna Ronald brings you face-to-face with the most dynamic founders, investors, and ecosystem builders driving progress across the continent. From deep-dive interviews with startup founders to insights from top VCs and event coverage from hubs like Nairobi and Kigali, we unpack the big ideas, the bigger opportunities, and the game-changing conversations you need to hear.Subscribe to stay updated on Africa's innovation revolution.Enjoyed this episode? Please subscribe, rate us, and share it with a friend, a founder, or anyone who believes in the power of African innovation.Executive Producer: Ssuna RonaldSound Engineer: Gumisiriza RichardArt Direction: Abdu Latif OkalangPowered By: Latitude 59
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Gorkem Yurtseven is the co-founder and CEO of fal, the generative media platform powering the next wave of image, video, and audio applications. In less than two years, fal has scaled from $2M to over $100M in ARR, serving over 2 million developers and more than 300 enterprises, including Adobe, Canva, and Shopify. In this conversation, Gorkem shares the inside story of fal's pivot into explosive growth, the technical and cultural philosophies driving its success, and his predictions for the future of AI-generated media. In today's episode, we discuss: How fal pivoted from data infrastructure to generative inference fal's explosive year and how they scaled Why "generative media" is a greenfield new market fal's unique hiring philosophy and lean

SUMMARY: - Guest, Author and speaker Debora Coty shares how to find joy amid pain, drawing from deep personal losses and decades of ministering to women. - Writing journey: Her Too Blessed to Be Stressed brand unexpectedly grew to 40+ books/products with 2M+ copies sold worldwide; new devotional Bless Your Heart focuses on daily encouragement. - “Papa God”: She uses the intimate, biblical sense of Abba (Papa/Daddy) to help women experience God's unconditional love beyond imperfect earthly-father images. - Faith in crisis: Six miscarriages triggered a two-year spiritual shutdown; daily praying through the Psalms—starting with “angry” psalms—slowly reopened her heart to God's presence. - Recent trials: Multiple family deaths, job loss, knee replacements, a spouse's cancer, and a 5-year legal battle to protect her grandchildren—culminating in unexpected, miraculous breakthrough. - Joy vs. happiness: Happiness depends on circumstances; joy is a chosen, steady confidence in God's unchanging character that can coexist with grief. - Tools for resilience: Gratitude (Philippians 4:6–7), worship/music, nature, Scripture, intentional fun and laughter, and noticing daily “grace notes” (small signs of God's care). - “BOGO blessings”: Inspired by 1 Peter 3:9—when you bless others, you “be one, get one,” receiving blessing as you give it. - Anchoring Scriptures: Philippians 4:6–7 (peace covenant), Psalm 46:1 (ever-present help), Psalm 147:3 (heals the brokenhearted). - Invitation: Join her BFF (Blessed Friends Forever) community for mutual prayer, encouragement, and practical faith; final charge—keep seeking God's presence with perseverance.   PODCAST INTRO: If you've ever wondered how joy can possibly coexist with grief, today's conversation is for you. I'm joined by beloved author and encourager Debora Coty—creator of the Too Blessed to Be Stressed series, with over two million copies in print worldwide. She and I had a chance to connect for the podcast while she was visiting family in the Smokey Mountains and Debora brought her signature warmth, humor, and hard-won wisdom to help us find God's presence in life's most painful seasons. We talk about the difference between happiness and true, resilient joy; how scripture—especially the Psalms and Philippians 4:6–7—anchors us when our faith feels shaken; and the “grace notes” God sprinkles through our days when we learn to look for them. Debora opens up about profound losses—miscarriages, family heartbreak, health challenges, and a long, exhausting court battle—and how waiting on God can still lead to breathtaking redemption. You'll hear practical tools to refresh a weary spirit: gratitude that changes the atmosphere, worship that invites God's presence, nature that whispers His care, and yes—laughter—as a catalyst for joy. Debora also shares about her new devotional, Bless Your Heart, and invites you into her BFF—Blessed Friends Forever—community for prayer, connection, and ongoing encouragement. Let's listen in as Debora shares her message of joy, hope and encouragement. As soon as she starts talking you know immediately that's she's an encourager at heart maybe it's because she exudes the joy of the Lord…and because of that joy, I think you'll be surprising to hear all that she's been through and yet she still keeps leaning on Jesus for His joy and strength. Live Loved and Thrive @alifeofthrive.com Sherrie Pilk   ADDITIONAL BLOGS AND/OR PODCASTS ON THIS TOPIC: Joy in the Midst of Grief, with Author Sonya Mack: https://alifeofthrive.com/2023/01/04/joy-in-the-midst-of-grief-with-author-sonya-mack/ Finding Hope in the Ashes, with Lea Turner: https://alifeofthrive.com/2024/09/25/finding-hope-in-the-ashes-with-lea-turner/ Widows, Grief and Finding Hope, with Anne-Marie Lockyer: https://alifeofthrive.com/2024/02/14/widows-grief-and-finding-hope-with-anne-marie-lockmyer/ The Possibility of Joy After Child Loss, with Lisa Espinoza: https://alifeofthrive.com/2025/07/16/the-possibility-of-joy-after-child-loss-with-lisa-espinoza/   CONNECT WITH DEBORA: Website: https://deboracoty.com/ Learn more about Debora's BBF (Blessed Friends Forever) Group by subscribing to her blog (which is on her website)   BIO: Debora M. Coty is an events speaker, columnist, certified writing coach, and award-winning author of over 200 articles and 40 inspirational book products, including the bestselling Too Blessed to be Stressed series, which has influenced two million lives worldwide. An orthopedic occupational therapist for 36 years and piano teacher for 30, Debora rejoices in life as a diehard tennis addict and choco-athlete (that's the step beyond chocoholic – she exercises just so she can eat more chocolate). She's a bodacious women's Bible study leader, and animated storyteller to anyone who'll listen. Deb lives, loves, and laughs in central Florida with her long suffering husband of 47 years, two grown children, and five precocious grandbuddies. Debora, known for her offbeat blend of humor and hope, has a passion for bringing women together to deepen relationships vertically (with their heavenly Father) and horizontally (developing heart-friends). Deb loves hosting a fun-loving community of BFFs (Blessed Friends Forever) from all over the globe at www.DeboraCoty.com.

Kyle and Maggie Gordon share how they grew Dillas Quesadillas from a college road trip idea to an 11-unit concept generating $2M+ in average unit volumes. In this episode of Fast Casual Nation, the husband-and-wife team discusses their journey from bootstrapping a second-generation location to implementing AI-powered prep systems, optimizing drive-thru operations, and preparing for franchise expansion with industry veteran Michael Maby. Learn about their flow-cook methodology, the strategy behind menu simplification, navigating the challenges of working with your spouse, and how technology like PreciTaste is revolutionizing operations. A must-watch for restaurant operators looking to scale efficiently in today's competitive landscape.#FastCasualNation #RestaurantIndustry #QSRTechGet Your Podcast Now! Are you a hospitality or restaurant industry leader looking to amplify your voice and establish yourself as a thought leader? Look no further than SavorFM, the premier podcast platform designed exclusively for hospitality visionaries like you. Take the next step in your industry leadership journey – visit https://www.savor.fm/Capital & Advisory: Are you a fast-casual restaurant startup or a technology innovator in the food service industry? Don't miss out on the opportunity to tap into decades of expertise. Reach out to Savor Capital & Advisory now to explore how their seasoned professionals can propel your business forward. Discover if you're eligible to leverage our unparalleled knowledge in food service branding and technology and take your venture to new heights.Don't wait – amplify your voice or supercharge your startup's growth today with Savor's ecosystem of industry-leading platforms and advisory services. Visit https://www.savor.fm/capital-advisory

Most companies waste years marketing to the masses before eventually realizing that just a few dream clients can change everything. In this episode, I share the faster path — how to identify your Dream 100 and reach them using a simple, old-school direct mail strategy that still outperforms every digital tactic today with no spam and no funnels. GET MORE MARKETING & SALES TOOLS:Are you interested in becoming the published author of a powerful book to help you attract more ideal clients and set you apart from the competition? Imagine holding your own book in your hands as quickly as 3-6 weeks without you ever having to write a word. We do all the work, you get all the glory! Find out how we Capture Your Genius at our sister publishing house Lunch Break Books - powerful books for entrepreneurs with big growth goals.Are you subscribed to Marketing Gold? Get more marketing tools, tips and strategies delivered to your inbox most Mondays. Sign up here.Is your business doing $2M+ and you're ready to take it to the next level? We'll show you how. Get your free marketing roadmap by taking the Client Stampede Assessment. It's fast, free (Value $197) and your 20+ page report is emailed to you instantly.Enjoying the podcast? You'll love the audio book. Get The Client Stampede audio book on Amazon.

Apple's reported acquisition of Prompt.ai's team/IP drew thoughts from the MacVoices panel about what it could mean for computer vision across Face ID, HomeKit, a rumored HomePod with a screen, and even a home robot. Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, and Norbert Frassa debate Apple's new $2M bug bounty—promise vs. payout history—then note Piper Sandler data showing 87% of teens own iPhones. Finally, they discuss Apple's lawsuit against John Prosser over iOS 26 leaks and the risks of ignoring the case.  MacVoices is supported by SurfShark. Go to https://surfshark.com/macvoices or use code macvoices at checkout to get 4extra months of Surfshark VPN! Show Notes: Chapters: [0:00] Opening, topics overview[1:36] Apple's reported Prompt.ai acquisition: team vs. IP[2:24] Where vision could land: Face ID, HomeKit, HomePod with screen, home robot[5:55] New $2M bug bounty: incentives, trust, and payout skepticism[10:29] Arms race: tougher exploits, higher rewards[11:12] Sponsor message – Surfshark[12:49] Teens & iPhones: 87% ownership, upgrade intent[16:48] Apple vs. John Prosser lawsuit over iOS 26 leaks[20:14] Public interest vs. leaking: ethics and consequences[21:31] Closing notes Links: Apple Close to Deal to Acquire Team and Tech from Computer Vision Startup Prompt AIhttps://www.mactrast.com/2025/10/apple-close-deal-to-acquire-team-and-tech-from-computer-vision-startup-prompt-ai/ Apple Announces $2 Million Bug Bounty Reward for the Most Dangerous Exploitshttps://www.wired.com/story/apple-announces-2-million-bug-bounty-reward/ Survey: Eighty-seven percent of teens report they own an iPhonehttps://appleworld.today/2025/10/survey-eighty-seven-percent-of-teens-report-they-own-an-iphone/ Here's the Latest on Apple Suing Jon Prosser Over iOS 26 Leakshttps://www.macrumors.com/2025/10/11/apple-jon-prosser-lawsuit-latest-updates Guests: Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. Norbert Frassa is a technology “man about town”. Follow him on Twitter and see what he's up to. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon     http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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Apple's reported acquisition of Prompt.ai's team/IP drew thoughts from the MacVoices panel about what it could mean for computer vision across Face ID, HomeKit, a rumored HomePod with a screen, and even a home robot. Chuck Joiner, Dave Ginsburg, Brian Flanigan-Arthurs, Jim Rea, Marty Jencius, and Norbert Frassa debate Apple's new $2M bug bounty—promise vs. payout history—then note Piper Sandler data showing 87% of teens own iPhones. Finally, they discuss Apple's lawsuit against John Prosser over iOS 26 leaks and the risks of ignoring the case.  MacVoices is supported by SurfShark. Go to https://surfshark.com/macvoices or use code macvoices at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! Show Notes: Chapters: [0:00] Opening, topics overview [1:36] Apple's reported Prompt.ai acquisition: team vs. IP [2:24] Where vision could land: Face ID, HomeKit, HomePod with screen, home robot [5:55] New $2M bug bounty: incentives, trust, and payout skepticism [10:29] Arms race: tougher exploits, higher rewards [11:12] Sponsor message – Surfshark [12:49] Teens & iPhones: 87% ownership, upgrade intent [16:48] Apple vs. John Prosser lawsuit over iOS 26 leaks [20:14] Public interest vs. leaking: ethics and consequences [21:31] Closing notes Links: Apple Close to Deal to Acquire Team and Tech from Computer Vision Startup Prompt AI https://www.mactrast.com/2025/10/apple-close-deal-to-acquire-team-and-tech-from-computer-vision-startup-prompt-ai/ Apple Announces $2 Million Bug Bounty Reward for the Most Dangerous Exploits https://www.wired.com/story/apple-announces-2-million-bug-bounty-reward/ Survey: Eighty-seven percent of teens report they own an iPhone https://appleworld.today/2025/10/survey-eighty-seven-percent-of-teens-report-they-own-an-iphone/ Here's the Latest on Apple Suing Jon Prosser Over iOS 26 Leaks https://www.macrumors.com/2025/10/11/apple-jon-prosser-lawsuit-latest-updates Guests: Brian Flanigan-Arthurs is an educator with a passion for providing results-driven, innovative learning strategies for all students, but particularly those who are at-risk. He is also a tech enthusiast who has a particular affinity for Apple since he first used the Apple IIGS as a student. You can contact Brian on twitter as @brian8944. He also recently opened a Mastodon account at @brian8944@mastodon.cloud. Norbert Frassa is a technology “man about town”. Follow him on Twitter and see what he's up to. David Ginsburg is the host of the weekly podcast In Touch With iOS where he discusses all things iOS, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, and related technologies. He is an IT professional supporting Mac, iOS and Windows users. Visit his YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/daveg65 and find and follow him on Twitter @daveg65 and on Mastodon at @daveg65@mastodon.cloud. Dr. Marty Jencius has been an Associate Professor of Counseling at Kent State University since 2000. He has over 120 publications in books, chapters, journal articles, and others, along with 200 podcasts related to counseling, counselor education, and faculty life. His technology interest led him to develop the counseling profession ‘firsts,' including listservs, a web-based peer-reviewed journal, The Journal of Technology in Counseling, teaching and conferencing in virtual worlds as the founder of Counselor Education in Second Life, and podcast founder/producer of CounselorAudioSource.net and ThePodTalk.net. Currently, he produces a podcast about counseling and life questions, the Circular Firing Squad, and digital video interviews with legacies capturing the history of the counseling field. This is also co-host of The Vision ProFiles podcast. Generally, Marty is chasing the newest tech trends, which explains his interest in A.I. for teaching, research, and productivity. Marty is an active presenter and past president of the NorthEast Ohio Apple Corp (NEOAC). Jim Rea built his own computer from scratch in 1975, started programming in 1977, and has been an independent Mac developer continuously since 1984. He is the founder of ProVUE Development, and the author of Panorama X, ProVUE's ultra fast RAM based database software for the macOS platform. He's been a speaker at MacTech, MacWorld Expo and other industry conferences. Follow Jim at provue.com and via @provuejim@techhub.social on Mastodon. Support:      Become a MacVoices Patron on Patreon      http://patreon.com/macvoices      Enjoy this episode? 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When life threw Dylan Jahraus a curveball, she didn't fold—she built a 7-figure business instead.From climbing the corporate ladder to becoming a stay-at-home mom, to scaling a multi-million-dollar Etsy shop and pivoting into digital education, Dylan's journey is packed with lessons in resilience, reinvention, and unapologetic growth.

Over 40% of biotherapeutic failures during clinical development stem from stability problems—and most trace back to protein aggregation that could have been prevented. In this episode of the Smart Biotech Scientist Podcast, David Brühlmann exposes the hidden manufacturing crisis that derails promising biologics programs and delivers the systematic Quality by Design framework that elite biotech companies use to build quality into every process step.David brings two decades of bioprocess expertise from his time leading technology innovation at Merck and now guiding emerging biotech companies through CMC development as Managing Director of Brühlmann Consulting. Drawing on FDA and EMA regulatory guidance as well as landmark industry case studies he transforms complex QbD principles into an actionable roadmap for IND submission.This isn't theoretical regulatory compliance. It's competitive survival. Companies implementing these QbD foundations achieve predictable manufacturing scale-up, accelerated regulatory approval, and significant cost advantages. If your team is navigating CMC development for the first time or struggling with scale-up challenges, this episode provides the blueprint to transform process uncertainty into manufacturing confidence.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The high clinical failure rate for biologics due to protein aggregation and stability problems, and one company's costly lesson in the scale-up phase. (00:00)An introduction to Quality by Design (QbD)—how it differs from traditional development and why “the process is the product” in biologics. (03:09)The three foundational pillars of QbD, with today's focus on product understanding and quality requirements. (05:46)Constructing your Quality Target Product Profile (QTPP): what to include and why starting with the patient is key. (07:05)A real-world QTPP example—the AMAP case study—and how it shaped formulation, packaging, and critical quality standards. (09:45)Defining and prioritizing Critical Quality Attributes (CQAs): measuring what truly matters for safety and efficacy. (11:50)Lessons from Roche/Genentech's QbD journey: regulatory insights and the business value of robust CQA identification. (15:55)The “CQA Reality Check” exercise: a step-by-step method to focus your team on attributes that impact patients. (21:05)How early, candid dialogue with regulators and using management tools like the Notion CMC Dashboard can streamline the development roadmap and reassure investors. (23:30)Ready to flip the odds in your favor and make QbD your competitive edge? Stream this episode to catch actionable strategies and real-world cautionary tales that could change your CMC development playbook for good.Next step:Book a 20-minute call to help you get started on any questions you may have about bioprocessing analytics: https://bruehlmann-consulting.com/callPreparing for your IND? We're building a CMC Dashboard in Excel to help biotech founders track tasks, timelines, and risks in one place. Join the waitlist for early access at https://scale-your-impact.notion.site/27dd9c6ba679804b80a7ce439d56c91a?pvs=105

This week's Espresso covers news from Telepatia AI, zMatch, Agent.Shop and more!Outline of this episode:[00:30] – Plata raises $250M, reaching a $3.1B valuation[00:47] – Telepatia AI raises $9M seed round[00:56] – zMatch raises $1.8M for market expansion[01:05] – Brazilian fintech Bull raises $1.8M pre-seed round[01:13] – Agent.Shop raises $1M to launch in Brazil[01:24] – Nekt raises $230K from Norte Ventures[01:31] – Argentinian fintech ONE raises $1.2M seed round[01:40] – Latamlist Roundup October 1st – 15thResources & people mentioned:Startups: Plata, Telepatia AI, zMatch, Bull, Agent.Shop, Nekt, ONE,VCs: A-Star, Canary, MAYA Capital, Caravela Capital, Norte Ventures, Alaya Capital,

#energia #trump #genera Un oficial de GeneraPR admitió al Negociado de Energía que la corporación tiene problemas para darle mantenimiento a las plantas generatrices porque "somos una compañía que está en quiebra" y alegó que necesitan el doble de ingresos para operar. El audio exclusivo lo escucharás aquí. NEPR dispuesto a seguirle soltando dinero a la privatizadora. | Mientras, la privatizadora de transmisión y distribución de energía contribuye mucho menos de lo que dice por operar el sistema. | NEPR recibió la recomendación de un asesor para imponer otro cargo a la factura de luz, que trabaja para un contratista que ha generado $6.2M en contratos en medio de la crisis de energía ¡Conéctate, comenta y comparte! #periodismoindependiente #periodismodigital #periodismoinvestigativo tiktok.com: @bonitaradio Facebook: bonitaradio Instagram: bonitaradio X: Bonita_Radio

MY NEWSLETTER - https://nikolas-newsletter-241a64.beehiiv.com/subscribeJoin me, Nik (https://x.com/CoFoundersNik), as I interview Stuart Draper about how to get your first customer and scale from $0 to $2M in 4 years.I had a freaking treat talking to Stu Draper today. He's an incredible startup founder who just had an eight figure exit from his EdTech company, Stukent, which helped over a million people learn digital marketing. His companies have been on the Inc 5000 list ten times, and he knows exactly how to get your first customer when you're starting from zero.We chat about his journey starting his first digital marketing agency, getfoundfirst.com, during the 2008 recession and why he prioritized being a family man by building a professional baseball field and indoor-outdoor pool over buying a Lamborghini.Stu shares actionable insights on how entrepreneurs can secure their crucial first customer (hint: it might involve working for free) and explains why starting a service-based business is often the best low-risk way for first-time founders to learn entrepreneurship and get in the game.We dive deep into why catching the early wave of AI automation agencies today is just like catching the digital marketing wave 15 years ago—and why AI agency opportunities mirror what made so many digital marketing agency founders millionaires by age 32.Finally, he tells us why focusing on sales and marketing—not mastering your P&L or balance sheet—is the most important part of building a successful business, and how he scaled to eight figures without being a financial expert by hiring a great CFO.Enjoy the conversation!__________________________QUESTIONS THIS EPISODE ANSWERS:What is the most important first step in getting from zero to your first customer?Why is starting an AI automation agency today similar to starting a digital marketing agency in 2008?What is the lowest-risk path for a new entrepreneur to get in the game?How did Stuart Draper use a free customer strategy to land his first paying client?When scaling a business from bootstrap to exit, why should startup founders focus on sales and marketing instead of the P&L?How do you create mission vision values that turn customers into believers?What's the best way to get your first customer when you have no LLC, no website, and no business email?How did Stu scale to an eight figure business without being a financial expert?Why are service-based businesses the best first business for entrepreneurs?What are the biggest business opportunities in 2025 for first-time founders?__________________________Love it or hate it, I'd love your feedback.Please fill out this brief survey with your opinion or email me at nik@cofounders.com with your thoughts.__________________________MY NEWSLETTER: https://nikolas-newsletter-241a64.beehiiv.com/subscribeSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/5avyu98yApple: https://tinyurl.com/bdxbr284YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/nikonomicsYT__________________________This week we covered:00:00 The Journey of Growth and Learning02:59 Navigating the Digital Marketing Landscape05:47 Getting Your First Customer09:06 The Power of Vision and Shared Language11:58 Innovating in Education Technology14:52 The Importance of Sales and Revenue18:11 Lessons from Entrepreneurship21:01 Opportunities in AI and Service-Based Businesses23:55 Final Thoughts and Future Opportunities

Ben Alarie spent 8 years building Blue J with "partial product market fit"—real customers, real revenue, but no real market pull. Then he made a bet that would either kill the company or 10x it: he put the existing product in maintenance mode and gave his team 6 months to rebuild everything from scratch using a technology that barely worked.Two years later, Blue J went from $2M to $25M in ARR. They're adding 10 new customers every single day. NPS went from 20 to 84.This isn't a story about getting lucky. It's about a founder who knew—with absolute conviction—that the market would eventually arrive, and made sure he was ready when it did. But it's also about the danger of fooling yourself into thinking you have PMF when you only "kind of have PMF."Why You Should Listen:Learn the brutal difference between fake and real PMFDiscover when to abandon millions in existing ARR to go all-in on something elseWhy "time to value" might be the single most important metric for word-of-mouth.See what it takes to survive until the market is ready.Keywords:startup podcast, startup podcast for founders, product market fit, founder journey, early stage startup, startup pivot, AI startup, SaaS growth, founder advice, hypergrowth startupChapters:(00:02:00) Starting BlueJ(00:9:26) Introducing AI to Tax Research(00:12:44) Starting to Build(00:17:03) Not Having True PMF(00:19:44) Believing in Retrieval Augmented Generation(00:25:34) Updating to V2 of BlueJ(00:30:58) The Necessity of Time to Value(00:33:47) When You Knew You Have PMF(00:38:19) One Piece of AdviceSend me a message to let me know what you think!

Western AAA development is not dead. Battlefield 6's 7 million unit launch proves it. This episode deconstructs how EA and Vince Zampella reversed the "disaster" of Battlefield 2042 by focusing on leadership, community feedback , and a smarter studio structure.Then, we explore why leadership is the ultimate "alpha". Joseph Kim breaks down the stunning turnaround of the UCLA football team—who went from a 0-4 disaster to a 3-0 winning streak (including beating #7 Penn State ) with the exact same players. The only thing that changed? Leadership and strategy. Learn how to apply these lessons on accountability , clear roles , and scheme-to-personnel fit to your game studio.Finally, we feature an excerpt from an interview with veteran producer Chris Casanova on why your studio is likely structured for failure. He explains the critical shift from "craft-based" (siloed) teams to cross-disciplinary "outcome-based" teams and how to implement it.Timestamps:[00:00:20] Today's Topics: Battlefield 6, UCLA Leadership, & Team Structures [00:01:51] Corrections: Revisiting the EA/PIF Deal & The "Copy, Improve, Innovate" Framework [00:04:33] Top 3 News: Battlefield 6 (7M copies) , Switch 2 Production , Arc Raiders CCU [00:06:42] MACRO: The Battlefield 6 Redemption Story [00:07:41] By the Numbers: BF6 (7M units) vs 2042 (4.2M) [00:09:19] A Quick History of the Battlefield Franchise [00:11:12] What Changed? The "Save the Franchise" Game [00:13:01] Fix #1: A Better Studio Coalition Structure [00:15:05] Fix #2: Going Back to Basics & Listening to the Community [00:16:14] Fix #3: Polish and Giving the Game Time [00:17:53] Fix #4: The Vince Zampella Factor [00:20:40] Deep Dive: Who is Vince Zampella? (Infinity Ward, Respawn) [00:28:22] ALPHA: Leadership is Your Biggest Competitive Advantage [00:31:18] Case Study: The UCLA Football Turnaround [00:32:15] The 0-4 Disaster (The Problem) [00:37:31] The Mid-Season Fix: Firing the Coach [00:39:10] The 3-0 Turnaround (The Result) [00:41:03] The Lessons: 1) Play to Strengths, 2) Accountability, 3) Clear Roles, 4) Belief [00:44:47] Applying the Lessons to Your Game Studio [00:48:55] GAME DEV: Interview with Chris Casanova [00:49:41] The Thesis: Shifting from "Craft-Based" to "Outcome-Based" Teams [00:52:43] A Practical Example: A "Procedural Worlds" Team [00:57:51] Key Takeaway: Why Outcome-Based Teams Win

#energia #trump #genera Un oficial de GeneraPR admitió al Negociado de Energía que la corporación tiene problemas para darle mantenimiento a las plantas generatrices porque "somos una compañía que está en quiebra" y alegó que necesitan el doble de ingresos para operar. El audio exclusivo lo escucharás aquí. NEPR dispuesto a seguirle soltando dinero a la privatizadora. | Mientras, la privatizadora de transmisión y distribución de energía contribuye mucho menos de lo que dice por operar el sistema. | NEPR recibió la recomendación de un asesor para imponer otro cargo a la factura de luz, que trabaja para un contratista que ha generado $6.2M en contratos en medio de la crisis de energía ¡Conéctate, comenta y comparte! #periodismoindependiente #periodismodigital #periodismoinvestigativo tiktok.com: @bonitaradio Facebook: bonitaradio Instagram: bonitaradio X: Bonita_Radio

The past month has been huge:£1.2M in new sales, 17 new hires, and founders finally creating businesses that give them freedom instead of stress.In this episode, I break down the real lessons behind those wins: • Why every team member needs a number • The truth about leadership, firing, and accountability • How to escape red oceans and dominate new markets • Why personal brand, retention, and fast decisions create compounding growthThese are the exact frameworks driving our Expansion clients forward, and they'll work for you too.

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠ Unleash the mysticism in corridos tumbados with Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect, dissecting Víctor Mendívil's explosive "Orula," released October 3, 2025, via Rico o Muerto Music LLC. This 20-year-old from Hermosillo, Sonora, fuses trap, hip-hop, and regional Mexican bravado, rising via TikTok in 2023 and collabs like Oscar Maydon's "Hong Kong." Inspired by Yoruba deity Orula—god of wisdom—"Orula" weaves satanic pacts, street success, and lyrics like "Satanás me ayuda mucho... fue por la mano de Orula," sparking debates on violence vs. clean music. Debuting #1 on Spotify Mexico, surpassing Natanael Cano and Tito Double P, it averages 240K daily streams (1.2M in first 5 days), hits Top 5 Spotify Global Latin, and racks 10M+ YouTube views in 2 weeks. TikTok duets drive 70% initial plays, with 40% U.S. Latino diaspora boost from Yoruba nods. Instagram promo in CDMX surged streams 300%, while "Narcos: Mexico" fan edits spiked 20%. Combined with "2+2," Mendívil's top singles exceed 2.4M Spotify plays. Explore its cultural intrigue and genre evolution. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

How do you take an electrical company from a basement startup to $2 million in revenue, earn 15% net profit, and do it all completely debt-free — in just two years? Meet Mory and Clarissa Belle, founders of Doctor Electric in Lexington, Kentucky, and CertainPath members who did just that.  In this episode of The Successful Contractor, the Belles share how they went from burned out and overwhelmed to thriving business owners with a clear plan, powerful systems, and a rock-solid partnership — thanks to CertainPath. You'll learn how they scaled quickly, made key strategic changes, and built a company that reflects their values and vision.  Whether you're in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or roofing, this story will inspire you and show you how fast success can happen when you follow a proven path.  

In a world where “charge what you're worth” and “raise your prices” dominate the entrepreneurial conversation, Kelly is flipping the script with a reality check: In this episode, she reveals why some of her biggest business wins — from stage appearances to multi-million-dollar brand growth — came not from getting paid upfront, but from playing the long game. You'll learn when it actually pays to work for free, how to evaluate opportunities strategically, and how to turn short-term sacrifice into long-term expansion. If you've been wondering whether to charge or say “yes” for exposure, relationships, or visibility — this is your playbook for discerning which “free” is actually profitable. Timestamps:  [00:40] – Why “charge what you're worth” isn't always great advice — and how nuance creates better business decisions. [02:00] – The problem with instant gratification and how long-term strategy builds wealth  [04:15] – Free vs. paid speaking engagements — the $20K talk vs. the thousand-person audience. [05:45] – The free, local speaking events that led to new paying clients within 48 hours. [07:00] – The asset advantage: why visibility and brand content are often worth more than upfront payment. [08:30] – Kelly's 4-part checklist for evaluating an unpaid opportunity [10:15] – The truth about big stages: how most speakers land them — and why most aren't getting paid. [13:30] – Why Kelly doesn't take podcast sponsors (yet) and how the show makes millions without a single paid ad slot (and why long-term audience trust is more profitable). [18:00] – The currency of integrity: why doing the right thing compounds in value over time. [19:00] – Final encouragement: trust your discernment, play the long game, and remember — nothing is impossible with God.   Resources: Join The Virtual Business School now for just $87/month, no contract: https://go.virtualbusinessschool.com/joinvbs  Learn more about our Legacy Leaders Mastermind: The premier mastermind for established 7- and 8-figure CEOs: https://programs.thebusinessadvisory.com/legacy-leaders  Join us in person this March for our annual Legacy retreat ($2M+ business owners): https://advancesociety.org/2026rsvp  Follow Kelly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyroachofficial/                Follow Kelly on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.roach.520/w     Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyroachint/  

Dry farming is more than just skipping irrigation—it's a deliberate practice that starts with soil stewardship. Lauryn Leeds Pesch of Chavez & Leeds Family Vineyards and Leeds & Pesch Vineyard Consulting shares her deep-rooted knowledge in dry farming, a technique that relies solely on stored winter and spring rainfall to meet a vine's needs. Learn about a $2M research initiative with the Department of Water Resources exploring water conservation in coastal California vineyards, the 5-step cultivation process, and how a new mapping tool can help you find and learn from neighboring dry-farmed vineyards.   Resources:   151: The Role of the Soil Microbiome in Soil Health   153: The Role of Nematodes in Soil Health   171: How to Farm Wine Grapes for Climate Change 177: The Role of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi with Paul Schreiner   181: Can Applying Compost Reduce Water Use?  California Ag Water Stewardship Initiative California Ag Water Stewardship Initiative Dry Farming Dry Farming in Coastal California Vineyards Project Lauren Leeds Pesch Instagram @calidryfarming   Lauren Leeds Pesch LinkedIn Vineyard Team Programs:  Juan Nevarez Memorial Scholarship - Donate Online Courses – DPR & CCA Hours SIP Certified – Show your care for the people and planet   Sustainable Ag Expo – The premiere winegrowing event of the year – Discount Code PODCAST25 Vineyard Team – Become a Member  

What happens when the most complex molecules in biotech meet the organizational challenge of managing 300+ analytical scientists? The answer lies not just in the science, but in building systems that turn technical complexity into reliable delivery.In Part 2 of our deep dive with Amanda Hoertz, VP of Analytical and Formulation Sciences at KBI Biopharma, we shift focus from the molecular intricacies of ADCs to the operational mastery required to scale analytical development across multiple sites. Amanda reveals how her team achieves consistency across hundreds of scientists while maintaining the agility to pivot priorities in real time when critical programs need emergency support.This isn't just about managing people; it's about architecting systems that preserve institutional knowledge, accelerate method transfer, and deliver results when regulatory deadlines loom.What you'll discover:Seamless Project Handoffs Without Knowledge Loss: How KBI's stable team assignments eliminate the costly learning curves that plague most CDMO relationships, ensuring your molecule expertise stays with your program from development through commercial manufacturing.Organizational Scale Without Operational Chaos: The decision tree and layered reporting structure that allows 200+ analysts at a single site to function as a coordinated force, capable of rapid reprioritization and flood-level resource deployment when programs reach critical status.Digital Transformation That Actually Works: Beyond the automation buzzwords, Amanda walks through the practical realities of LIMS/ELN implementation, audit-compliant systems, and machine learning databases that transform raw data into defensible, actionable insights for complex biologics.Whether you're evaluating how analytical capabilities scale with program complexity, or seeking practical insights into leading technical teams through digital transformation, this episode delivers the operational intelligence that separates successful ADC programs from expensive failures.Connect with Amanda Hoertz:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-hoertz-3aba605KBI Biopharma: www.kbibiopharma.comKBI Portal: www.standalone.kbi.bioNext step:Book a 20-minute call to help you get started on any questions you may have about bioprocessing analytics: https://bruehlmann-consulting.com/call

From the archives: 8-17-23The amount of money that has been spent by The University of Idaho in the wake of the murders in Moscow is eye popping. With the total number coming in at over 1.4 million dollars so far with more costs sure to be on the way. The University was given a 1 million dollar boost by the state of Idaho previously, but they have already have spent much more than that.In this episode, we take a look at the bill so far and also get an update about Kohberger's court appearance tomorrow.(commercial at 7:56)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Cost of security prompted by Idaho college killings tops $1.2M for university - ABC News (go.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.

What if getting fired 20 times wasn't failure—but the exact preparation you needed to build something meaningful? James Rowe went from serial job-hopper (yes, 20+ jobs) to founder of TRE – The Recruitment Experts, a platform generating £1.7-2M annually with just 5 head office staff supporting 18+ independent recruiters. His 70/30 split model is changing how recruitment businesses operate: there is no office rent, no salary guarantees, and no managing underperformers. Experienced recruiters keep 70% of fees while TRE handles the CRM, automation, AI tools, and back-office admin. In this episode, recorded in person in London, you'll discover: The exact 70/30 model that eliminates traditional agency overhead while scaling revenue How James's backfilling campaign uses Clay, ChatGPT, and Phantom Buster to automate outreach (and why one version backfired) Lead magnet strategies hitting 50% response rates with warm clients The two email tactics that boosted responses 20% (hint: one involves typing "Sent from my iPhone") Why general recruiters won't survive the AI wave—and why niche specialists with strong databases will thrive The mindset shift from employee to entrepreneur, and why resilience beats talent Key Timestamps: 5:14 - From 20 firings to recruitment during COVID 14:01 - The 70/30 model explained 29:02 - Automation campaigns that actually work 40:54 - Two email tips that changed everything 56:06 - Why resilience and community matter most About James Rowe: James is the Managing Director of The Recruitment Experts (TRE), helping experienced recruiters launch independent businesses within 4 days. A semi-professional rugby player turned ultra-marathon runner (he recently completed 65 miles!), James applies the same discipline to business systems, AI automation, and helping recruiters break free from the 9-5. Resources Mentioned: Clay.com Lemlist ChatGPT Phantom Buster Want help scaling YOUR recruitment business? Get Mark's FREE 30-minute strategy call: www.RecruitmentCoach.com/strategy-session Subscribe to The Resilient Recruiter for weekly interviews with top recruitment professionals sharing proven strategies to grow your agency.

What do a 200-pound tuna, a forgotten stuffed giraffe, and a pair of designer pantyhose have in common?They're all proof that legendary brands don't just serve customers — they create loyalty for life.In this episode, you'll learn how to build that same kind of magic into your business — by creating moments and stories your customers will never forget.GET MORE MARKETING & SALES TOOLS:Are you interested in becoming the published author of a powerful book to help you attract more ideal clients and set you apart from the competition? Imagine holding your own book in your hands as quickly as 3-6 weeks without you ever having to write a word. We do all the work, you get all the glory! Find out how we Capture Your Genius at our sister publishing house Lunch Break Books - powerful books for entrepreneurs with big growth goals.Are you subscribed to Marketing Gold? Get more marketing tools, tips and strategies delivered to your inbox most Mondays. Sign up here.Is your business doing $2M+ and you're ready to take it to the next level? We'll show you how. Get your free marketing roadmap by taking the Client Stampede Assessment. It's fast, free (Value $197) and your 20+ page report is emailed to you instantly.Enjoying the podcast? You'll love the audio book. Get The Client Stampede audio book on Amazon.

In this episode, we're joined by Inês Lourenco, VP of Growth at Usercentrics, the privacy-led MarTech company that is powering consent on 2M+ websites & apps across 200 countries for 600k customers.  Inês unpacks how she built a 50-person growth org of cross-functional pods (Monetization & Pricing, Acquisition & Virality, Activation, Partner Experience, CMS Integrations, and Retention) around a simple thesis: growth = product distribution. She details the early, scrappy phase with manual signal detection, nightly queries, and “product specialist” outreach - through to a scalable system that routes users to self-serve, low-touch, or high-touch paths based on predicted AOV, with a hard-earned lesson to start with activation before everything else. We spoke with Inês about turning signals into revenue, structuring pods, and creating an operating cadence where every pod owns its metric such as ARPA growth, NRR/GRR, activation time, and virality share, while collaborating tightly with Product, Marketing, Sales, and CS.  Here are some of the key questions we address: How do you define growth as product distribution and design pods that actually move revenue, not vanity metrics? What signals predict AOV early, and how do you route users to self-serve vs. low/high-touch experiences accordingly? Why did “product specialist” outreach outperform SDR-style messaging, and how do you structure those “baby-step” nudges? If you're starting from scratch, why begin with an Activation pod and what are the first experiments to run? How do you set pod-level metrics (ARPA growth, activation time, virality share, NRR/GRR) and avoid cross-metric collateral damage? What collaboration model keeps Growth aligned with Product, Marketing, Sales, and CS, and who should Growth report to? When shouldn't you build a growth team (and what to do instead if your top of funnel is small)? How do you evolve from consent management to a privacy-led marketing platform, while staying profitable and fast?

What if the key to unlocking ADC manufacturing success lies in abandoning the platform mindset entirely?Antibody-drug conjugates represent biotech's most promising weapon against cancer: precision-targeted therapeutics that deliver cytotoxic payloads directly to tumor cells while sparing healthy tissue. But beneath the clinical promise lies a manufacturing reality that's rewriting the rules of bioprocess development, demanding analytical strategies that most CDMOs simply aren't equipped to handle.In this deep-dive episode, David Brühlmann sits down with Amanda Hoertz, Vice President of Analytical and Formulation Sciences at KBI Biopharma, where she oversees 300+ scientists across the mammalian network. Amanda's team has cracked the code on some of the industry's most challenging ADC programs, achieving a remarkable 93% batch success rate by rejecting cookie-cutter approaches in favor of molecule-specific development strategies.What you'll discover:The Platform Fallacy: Why treating ADCs like standard monoclonals is costing companies millions and months of development time, and the bespoke analytical framework that's changing everything.Cytotoxic Payload Management: From free drug analysis to employee safety protocols, Amanda reveals the hidden complexities of handling molecules designed to kill cells, including the specialized facilities and analytical methods required for GMP manufacturing.Charge Heterogeneity Mastery: The analytical method that "keeps Amanda up at night," and the development strategies her team uses to achieve robust separation and qualification across multiple sites and analysts.This episode delivers the technical depth and strategic insights that bioprocess engineers need to navigate ADC development successfully. Whether you're evaluating CDMO partnerships, optimizing analytical methods, or scaling complex conjugates, Amanda's proven strategies will transform your approach to these game-changing therapeutics.Ready to master the analytical complexities that make or break ADC programs?Connect with Amanda Hoertz:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-hoertz-3aba605KBI Biopharma: www.kbibiopharma.comKBI Portal: www.standalone.kbi.bioNext step:Book a 20-minute call to help you get started on any questions you may have about bioprocessing analytics: https://bruehlmann-consulting.com/call

About This EpisodeDaniel Ziv, Global VP of AI and Analytics at Verint, reveals why experienced executives are making their worst decisions in decades—and how AI analytics is rewriting the rules of business intelligence. Learn the two critical frameworks that separate AI winners from losers, and why the biggest risk isn't picking the wrong technology—it's doing nothing at all.Guest BioDaniel Ziv leads AI and analytics product management and go-to-market strategy at Verint, where he helps global enterprises transform customer experience through data-driven decision-making. With two decades in the analytics space, Daniel has witnessed firsthand how AI is fundamentally changing what's possible in customer insights.Key Timestamps[00:00] - Why change is happening faster than ever before[03:04] - The Macro vs. Micro Analytics Framework explained[06:19] - Two flawed decision-making patterns destroying value[09:20] - Real ROI: $80M saved, $10M found in 48 hours[15:32] - Generative AI vs. Agentic AI: What's the difference?[21:03] - The hybrid cloud advantage (why on-prem isn't dead)[26:35] - Common misconceptions about Verint[28:49] - Daniel's advice for making AI decisions today[32:17] - Final thoughts: "Ride the dragon"Key TakeawaysThe Two Fatal Mistakes:Gut-based decisions without data - Your experience is becoming less reliable as change acceleratesAnalysis paralysis - Waiting weeks for insights while competitors move in hoursThe Macro-Micro Framework:Macro Analytics: Understand patterns across ALL interactions (the 30,000-foot view)Micro Analytics: Apply insights to individual interactions in real-timeCompanies that excel at both create significant competitive advantageReal Results:Large telecom: $80M saved + 11% sales increaseTypical deployment: $5-10M in insights found within 1-2 daysUK financial services: $5M additional revenue from loan process improvementsEnergy supplier: $2M saved through increased agent capacityGenerative → Agentic Evolution:Generative AI responds to prompts (you ask, it answers)Agentic AI breaks down goals and executes multi-step workflows autonomouslyExample: Genie Bot evolved from answering questions to analyzing, quantifying, and exporting results automaticallyAction Items for ListenersAudit your decision-making speed - Are you making gut calls or waiting too long for data?Identify one quick-win AI deployment - What could you turn on this week without changing infrastructure?Evaluate your analytics gaps - Do you have macro insights, micro operationalization, or both?Test before scaling - Start with 300 users, validate, then scale to 30,000Connect with Daniel - Reach out on LinkedIn to discuss your specific use caseConnect With Daniel ZivLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dziv1/About the Host Maribel Lopez brings decades of technology industry analysis experience, helping business leaders cut through hype to understand what actually works in AI, cloud, and digital transformation. https://www.linkedin.com/in/maribellopez/Subscribe & FollowIf you found this conversation valuable, subscribe for more deep dives with AI leaders who are actually deploying this technology and seeing real business results.Tags: #AI #Analytics #CustomerExperience #GenAI #AgenticAI #BusinessIntelligence #CXAutomation #DataDriven #DigitalTransformation #Verint

What does it take to keep running strong from your teens into your 90s? In this sixth episode of The Aging Athlete series, Krissy Moehl co-hosts as we sit down with Meredith Terranova to discuss the fuel behind performance and longevity.   • In past Aging Athlete episodes, we've explored how to train smarter as we age, not harder—covering topics like  ◦ adapting your training plans,  ◦ hormone optimization,  ◦ navigating menopause,  ◦ and shifting recovery strategies.   Meredith has over 100 ultra finishes and three Ultraman finishes, including a 5th place at the world Championships in 2014, 3 days of swimming 6.2M biking, 315 miles and running 52 miles. She has a bachelor's in Human Nutrition and a master's in Advanced Nutrition and Human Performance. She brings a science-backed, experience-rich perspective on how to fuel our bodies through the decades—for energy, recovery, and resilience.    We don't claim to have every answer—but together, with these experts, we'll discover that aging isn't something to fear, it's something to understand, adapt to—and even celebrate.   Check out more about Meredith and how she can help you at Eating and Living Healthy   Episode Sponsors: Janji, Use code TRAILRUNNER for 10% off Amazfit - T-Rex 3: Get 15% off Liquid IV, get 20% off your first order with code TRAILRUNNER Get the NEW "1 > 0" running hat HERE.  Limited supply.... and they are on sale!

A long-standing Northeastern Ohio pool service company with ~$1.95M revenue and ~$454k EBITDA is up for sale at ~3x SDE, sparking debate on seasonality, retail real estate, and debt structures in a niche where private equity rarely ventures.Business Listing – https://www.bizbuysell.com/business-opportunity/pool-service-company-in-northeastern-ohio/2332791/Welcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.

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