Podcasts about achievements

Morning routines can become one more place we feel behind, especially when life shifts. In this episode, Michael and Megan talk with bestselling author Hal Elrod about The Miracle Morning After 50 (co-authored with aging expert Dwayne Clark). Along with the SAVERS basics (Silence, Affirmations, Visualization, Exercise, Reading, and Scribing) they explore the “after 50” focus on healthspan, purpose, flexibility, and overlooked free practices.Hal also shares the common derailers and how to rebuild momentum with small steps that stick. Whether you're in midlife or building sustainable habits now, this conversation will help you craft a morning ritual that fits real life and grows with you.Memorable Quotes“The thing to remember is that what we affirm repeatedly becomes our reality, right? And so it's [helpful to affirm] what you're committed to, why it's important, and what you're gonna do to get there.”“And if you think about it, we are an extension of the earth… And so, for me, I try to live my life as closely in alignment with nature as I possibly can.”“My belief on purpose is that it's something we get to make up as we go along. We can have more than one purpose because I think people put a lot of pressure on purpose… You get to make it up. That's the best part about purpose. And you can try it on for a week, and you're like, ‘You know what? I wanna try a different purpose,' or ‘I wanna have two or three.' It's fluid, it's fun, it's joyful.”“If somebody took a peek at your schedule, does it really reflect what you say is most important in your life—whether that's health or family, or happiness, or whatever it is?”“You live, on average, about five years after you retire from purpose. But if you can keep the purpose going, it doesn't matter if you're retired or not retired, or working for a nonprofit or working for a for-profit. It doesn't matter as long as you're making a contribution.”“As we get older, the needs of our bodies, our minds, our hearts—those things shift. And if we're trying to just sort of do the same old thing that we've done that maybe worked for us 20 years ago, or even 10 years ago, it doesn't always produce the same results.”Key TakeawaysMake Your Morning Ritual Doable. The goal isn't a perfect routine, but a sustainable one that adapts as life changes.Healthspan Matters. Living longer isn't the point if your quality of life declines. Daily practices can support both longevity and vitality.Start Small and Let It Build. Hal's challenge: wake up 10 minutes earlier and pick one practice to focus on. Then, expand gradually.Consistency Beats Intensity. Miss a day? Don't spiral. Hal's advice: “Never let one missed day turn into two.”Don't Over-Engineer It. Build a routine that works when the stars don't align, especially when travel, stress, or caregiving hits.Nature is a Free Advantage. Morning light, time outside, and grounding practices can offer real benefits without expensive biohacks.Purpose Protects Your Life. Especially after retirement or major transitions, meaning and contribution are essential for thriving.ResourcesThe Miracle Morning After 50 (Hal Elrod & Dwayne Clark)The Miracle Morning (Hal Elrod)miraclemorning.comhalelrod.comWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/o-T03QPI6CwThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

In this episode, Daniel Barrasso shares how growing up with ADHD and never quite fitting into traditional academic boxes shaped his nonlinear path into mental health work. From redefining success beyond money and status to finding purpose through passion, structure, and relationships, Daniel reflects on what truly matters—both as a therapist working with young men and as a father of three. This conversation challenges conventional ideas of success and offers reassurance to young adults and parents navigating paths that don't follow a straight line.Daniel's Resources: Website: Daniel Barrasso Website: Attune Health and WellnessWebsite: Pivot Transitional LivingInstagram: @pivotrecoveryazFacebook: Pivot Transitional Living Connect with Joanna Lilley  Therapeutic Consulting AssociationLilley Consulting WebsiteLilley Consulting on Facebook Lilley Consulting on YouTubeEmail: joanna@lilleyconsulting.com#TherapeuticConsulting #LilleyConsulting #Successful #TherapeuticPrograms #Therapy #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness #Podcast #PodcastCommunity #TheJourney #SuccessIsSubjectivePodcast #TheUnpavedRoad #PFCAudioVideo #PivotRecoveryAZ #Recovery #RecoveryIsPossible #Rehab #Sobriety #SobrietyJourney #TransitionalLiving

This Week's Panel - ElroyOMJ, InigoMontoya80, FreakyRO   Show Discussion - Another round with the old man panel is mostly postponed as Freaky delivers his dissertation on Punch Club and all things Punch Club. It was the best of clubs, it was the worst of clubs, it was the club of wisdom, it was the club of foolishness. It was definitely the club of thirty minutes. Its possible other panelists were present but one was dealing with internet issues and the other was too busy thinking about sportsball or what Freaky's point of bringing up Fallout was.   Games Mentioned: ElroyOMJ - Asura's Wrath, Boxing Gymn Story, Guts & Glory, Ink Inside, Double Dragon 4 InigoMontoya80 - Party Hard, No Time to Explain, Clustertruck, Terraria, Super Bowl LX, Super Bowl LIII FreakyRO - Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime, Punch Club, More Punch Club, Lots and lots of Punch Club, Mike Tyson's Punch Out (NES), Super Bowl LX, Super Bowl LIII, Fallout (but he doesn't know why), As Dusk Falls, The Walking Dead: Telltale   ----- AH101 Podcast Show Links - https://tinyurl.com/AH101Links Intro music provided by Exe the Hero. Check out his band Window of Opportunity on Facebook and YouTube

Well, we've seen our fair share of Xbox earnings reports. As expected, there's a lot of negative discourse around it, but this time there are some more troubling facts resting within these underlying numbers. As we've seen Xbox's hardware has been down for almost two years now. That continues in this quarter, so it is not much of a shocker by this point. That is if you only consider the console and not the recently released Xbox Ally. When it comes to gaming revenue as well as content and services, they're down. This is significant because this is all based on the holiday window where we usually see spending go up. In a window where they had the likes of Call Of Duty, which became the number one selling game of the month in December, they still ended up with losses. The likes of Outer Worlds 2, Keeper, or Ninja Gaiden 4 couldn't do enough, nor should they be fully expected to make up that sort of difference. The sum of it all is despite this being one of Xbox's busier holidays, they couldn't escape a loss and that comes shortly after a Game Pass price hike. Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:05:04 - Snowy Dukes0:11:48 - Our workflow0:19:03 - A second Xbox Developer Direct in 2026?0:26:37 - Forza Horizon 6's pricey premium upgrade0:31:33 - State Of Decay 3 has a pulse0:39:00 - The Coalition opens up on Gears Of War: E-Day0:45:14 - Achievement overhaul inbound?0:50:53 - Xbox Q2 earnings are in1:04:48 - PS6 after 2028?1:18:45 - State Of Play and Nintendo Direct in February?1:22:57 - Beyond Good & Evil 2 has survived the Ubisoft purge1:30:26 - Indie publishers should be avoided1:42:37 - Emberville gets a release window1:45:16 - BioWare is quietly hiring for Mass Effect1:46:34 - Dragon Ball Age 1000 Announced1:56:13 - Resident Evil Requiem will not be open world2:01:17 - Code Veronica Remake is targeting H1 20272:03:31 - What We're Playing2:50:50 - Xbox realizes the most obvious thing ever3:05:22 - Brian Fargo opens up on Clockwork Revolution Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this heartfelt episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Sayan dives deep with Maxim Shapiro, exploring the silent struggle many men face — appearing successful on the outside while feeling lost within. Maxim opens up about his own experiences with emptiness despite achievement, revealing how authenticity and agency are key to true fulfillment. Together, they unpack the societal pressures tied to masculinity, productivity, and emotional restraint, while offering grounded insights on reclaiming purpose and joy. From jiu-jitsu to self-reflection, Maxim's story reminds us that success without alignment feels hollow — but rediscovering authenticity can reignite life with meaning and balance. About the Guest: Maxim Shapiro is a personal growth advocate and coach based in California, passionate about helping men reconnect with their authentic selves. Through his work and lived experience, Maxim encourages men to shift from autopilot achievement to conscious fulfillment. Key Takeaways: Achievement without authenticity leads to burnout. Rediscovering agency is essential for men's emotional health. Fulfillment often comes from aligned action, not external validation. Direction and mentorship can help men reconnect with purpose. Connect with Maxim Shapiro:  YouTube / LinkedIn Website Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PodMatch → https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect those of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ — redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury.

Continuing Below the Line's 2026 Oscar series, the conversation turns to Visual Effects — a category that sits at the intersection of technology, craft, and storytelling. This week on Below the Line, Skid is joined by Kent Seki and Chris Batty for a focused conversation about the Oscar nominees for Achievement in Visual Effects. Together, they look at how the category has evolved — and what separates technical accomplishment from storytelling impact. As with the rest of this year's Oscar series, this episode is available both as an audio podcast and as a full video conversation on YouTube, offering listeners and viewers a closer look at how visual-effects work is discussed, debated, and evaluated from inside the process. Our discussion ranges across: The different creative demands of large-scale spectacle versus realism-driven effects How films like Avatar: Fire and Ash and Jurassic World Rebirth approach scale and world-building, compared to the grounded physical environments of F1 and The Lost Bus The challenge of integrating effects into performances, locations, and production design without overwhelming the story Why elements like fire, debris, and destruction require as much restraint as technical precision How visual effects intersect with cinematography, editorial, and sound to maintain continuity and tone The increasing expectation that effects choices support narrative clarity rather than novelty What this year's nominees suggest about how the Academy continues to define excellence in the field Rather than focusing on predictions, the conversation looks at how visual effects decisions are made — and how those choices shape tone, performance, and story across very different kinds of films.

What happens when your sense of worth has always been tied to achievement—and you start to question whether that definition still fits?In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and fellow entrepreneur, Arden Evenson, for a nuanced conversation about Enneagram Type 3 and the evolution of ambition, success, and self-worth. Arden reflects on how external validation, practicality, and being “the reliable one” shaped her early career and relationships, and why she's been intentionally reexamining those patterns as her life and priorities have shifted.We move beyond the stereotypical Type 3 narrative to explore achievement through caretaking, adaptability, and being easy to be with. I also share my own experience as a Type 3, including the tension between productivity and presence, the discomfort with stillness, and the fear that if we stop doing, we might stop belonging.If you've ever felt pressure to earn your place, struggled to redefine ambition, or wondered who you are without your accomplishments, this episode offers new language and permission to practice compassion, embracing a softer way forward.Resources:Connect with Arden on LinkedInEpisode 83. The Ambitious Person's Guide to Working LessConnect with me:InstagramLinkedInYouTubeselfatwork.comProduced by NOVA

In a world overflowing with business content and quick-fix success formulas, authentic dialogue about what gives life meaning can feel rare. On this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different, we have a conversation with Daniel Coyle, bestselling author of “The Culture Code” and the new book “Flourish.” We unpack why thriving individually and collectively goes far beyond achievements. Their dialogue serves as a blueprint for building a life and community that feels connected, alive, and meaningful. You're listening to Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different. We are the real dialogue podcast for people with a different mind. So get your mind in a different place, and hey ho, let's go.   Beyond the Mountain: What Happens After Success? For many, life is a climb toward results: career milestones, fame, or financial rewards. Both Lochhead and Coyle share how, after reaching some form of the summit, people often ask “What's this all for?” The answer, according to years of research on happiness and human development, isn't another achievement. Instead, life satisfaction comes from meaningful relationships. Despite this, Western culture pushes us to optimize, perform, and automate, treating life and business as machines instead of thriving ecosystems. To flourish means to recognize life as something to be tended like a garden, not a hill to conquer.   The Paradox of Results and Meaning High performers often value discipline, drive, and outcome; the thrill of legendary results. Coyle acknowledges the paradox: results are important, but without serving something higher, they feel empty. Achieving big goals can even hollow out life if not connected to deeper values or service beyond oneself. True flourishing involves aligning your pursuits with something greater and knowing what you want to exist in the world even if you're not there. As Coyle puts it, life's best moments often come when “you kind of vanish” into connection, contribution, or flow: whether with people, ideas, or experiences.   Cultivating Flourishing in Daily Life If flourishing is rooted in shared, joyful, and meaningful growth, how can we cultivate it amid daily pressures? Coyle's advice is to start small and intentionally reflect on where you already feel most resonant, moments when you lose yourself in work, play, or connection. Track these periods and aim to create more of them. Meaningful relationships come from deep questioning and mutual investment, not from perfect routines or solitary habits. Prioritize the “animate” parts of your life: the conversations, surprises, and even the messiness of real relationships, which are hallmarks of flourishing communities and partnerships. Ultimately, flourishing is mutual: you cannot thrive alone, and your aliveness helps those around you come alive too. The message is clear. Achievements matter, but without connection and mutual flourishing, they become hollow victories. Designing a flourishing life is not only possible but necessary for real fulfillment, and it starts with tuning into what gives your days meaning and builds authentic relationships along the way. To hear more from Daniel Coyle and how to flourish in business and daily life, download and listen to this episode.   Bio Daniel Coyle is a bestselling author and leading voice on peak performance, talent development, and organizational culture. He is best known for The Talent Code, The Culture Code, and The Little Book of Talent, which explore how individuals and teams achieve extraordinary results. Through immersive research with elite sports teams, businesses, and creative organizations, Coyle uncovers the habits and environments that spark learning, trust, and sustained excellence. His work translates complex science into practical, actionable insights. Coyle's writing has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Harvard Business Review. As a sought-after speaker, he helps leaders build cultures that drive growth, resilience, and long-term success.   Links Follow Daniel Coyle!  Daniel’s Blog | LinkedIn | Facebook   We hope you enjoyed this episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different™! Christopher loves hearing from his listeners. Feel free to email him, connect on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and subscribe on Apple Podcast / Spotify!    

In this six-part series, we are joined by family therapist and author Meg Flynn, who brings us a wealth of knowledge from her work with families and kids for over three decades. In this era of high-pressure parenting and busy family life, Meg reminds us of how we can slow down, find the joy in each stage, and focus on what really matters–safety, connection, and growth. Growing Together at Every Stage, Part 4-School Aged Children – Achievement, Comparison, and Vulnerability. In Part 4: School Aged Children – Achievement, Comparison, and Vulnerability, Meg gives concrete ways to connect and support youth as they enter school and begin to compare themselves to their peers. (36 mins) January 28, 2026 This podcast is eligible for a Certificate of Completion if you complete a Post Podcast Test Test The post Growing Together at Every Stage: Part 4 – School Aged Children appeared first on Foster Adopt Minnesota.

Ondrasik reveals the compelling science behind our behaviors and beliefs when it comes to the notion of trying. Pulling from positive psychology, the science of habit formation, research studies, and more, motivational speaker Carla Ondrasik guides us to proven-effective strategies for better doing—and ultimately to goal achievement and a more fulfilling life. Achievement is just one “do or do not” decision away, and it starts with eliminating “try” from our vocabulary. STOP TRYING! shows us how to do that.

What happens when achievement stops motivating and starts measuring worth? In this episode, I sit down with Jennifer Wallace to talk about how achievement culture quietly shapes our kids and us based on her New York Times Best Selling Book Never Enough:When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It. We unpack why so many high-performing kids struggle with anxiety, burnout, and a constant never-enough feeling, even when they look successful on the outside. We also preview her newest book, Mattering, which explores a simple but powerful idea: kids do better when they feel valued for who they are and when they see how they add value to others. That sense of mattering acts as a buffer against pressure, comparison, and setbacks. We also talk about the bigger picture, how economic pressure, school culture, and social media fuel comparison, and why parents are not failing for feeling stuck in this system. In this episode, we discuss: • Why high-achieving kids are at higher risk for anxiety and burnout • How achievement culture shapes long-term self-worth • Clean fuel vs fear-based motivation • Why mattering supports resilience and mental health • How comparison takes hold and how social media adds pressure • How parents can support healthy striving without pressure • Why kids should not worry alone and the role of adult support To connect with Jennifer Wallace follow her on Instagram @Jenniferbrehenywallace, check out all her resources at Jenniferbwallace.com and buy her books “Mattering” https://www.jenniferbwallace.com/preorder and “Never Enough” https://www.jenniferbwallace.com/about-never-enough .  00:00 Why praise alone does not build self worth 00:40 Why this conversation matters for parents today 02:16 The hidden cost of achievement culture 03:37 How achievement came to define childhood 05:05 From teen pressure to adult never enough 07:14 What achievement culture looks like later in life 07:50 Dirty fuel vs clean fuel for motivation 11:13 When self worth becomes tied to success 12:08 What the research shows about high achieving kids 16:33 Why pressure feels worse now 18:18 What resilient kids have in common 39:07 Redefining achievement as mattering Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and ⁠subscribe to PedsDocTalk⁠. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠! And don't forget to follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠@pedsdoctalkpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the ⁠PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships⁠ page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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As the 98th Academy Awards approach, Below the Line returns for its seventh annual Oscar series — beginning with Film Editing, a category that quietly shapes every other craft recognized on Oscar night. This week on Below the Line, Skid is joined by Amy Duddleston and Christopher Angel to open the 2025 Oscar series with a focused conversation about the nominees for Achievement in Film Editing. Together, they examine how editing choices shape performance, tone, and point of view — and why the category can be difficult to evaluate without understanding what the work actually requires. This episode also marks a first for Below the Line: these Oscar conversations are now available both as an audio podcast and as full video episodes on YouTube, offering listeners the choice to watch the discussion unfold or continue enjoying the show in its traditional audio format. Our discussion ranges across: Why Film Editing is often misunderstood as “most editing” rather than best judgment The distinct editorial challenges behind this year's nominees, including F1, Marty Supreme, One Battle After Another, Sentimental Value, and Sinners How performance-driven films ask editors to prioritize restraint over visibility The editor's role in shaping character psychology and audience alignment When cutting calls attention to itself — and when disappearing is the hardest choice Navigating collaboration with directors whose approaches range from highly controlled to deliberately chaotic What this year's nominees reveal about how the Academy continues to define the craft Grounded in the perspective of two working editors, the conversation focuses less on prediction and more on process — unpacking how editing decisions actually function on screen, and why the craft remains essential even when it goes unnoticed.

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Top Stories for January 24th Publish Date: January 24th PRE-ROLL: Kia Mall of Georgia From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Saturday, January 24th and Happy Birthday to Neil Diamond I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia. GCPS cancels weekend activities; no decision made for Monday classes NAME CHANGE: Coolray Field's naming rights are up for grabs; will be Gwinnett Field for now Four dead in shooting at Lawrenceville home; child’s 911 call leads to suspect’s arrest All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: EAGLE THEATRE STORY 1: GCPS cancels weekend activities; no decision made for Monday classes Gwinnett County Public Schools is playing it safe this weekend—officials have canceled all activities scheduled for Saturday and Sunday due to the looming bad weather. “The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority,” the district said in a statement. As of Thursday afternoon, no decisions have been made yet about Monday. But the district promised to keep everyone in the loop if anything changes. For now, here’s the deal: All school events and facility use for Jan. 24–25? Canceled. Monday? Still up in the air. Stay tuned, and stay safe. STORY 2: NAME CHANGE: Coolray Field's naming rights are up for grabs; will be Gwinnett Field for now For 15 years, it’s been Coolray Field—home of the Gwinnett Stripers. But now? Say hello to Gwinnett Field. At least for now. Coolray Heating and Air’s naming rights deal ended in 2025, and while the Gwinnett Convention and Visitors Bureau hunts for a new corporate partner, the stadium’s getting a temporary rebrand. Signs are already coming down, including the big one on the outfield scoreboard (a crane’s needed for that beast). The Stripers’ website and new signage will reflect the change before the season starts in April. Meanwhile, Hall’s confident a new sponsor will step up soon. Even so, getting locals to stop calling it Coolray might take time. After all, even the apartments overlooking the field are named “The Views at Coolray Field.” Change is hard, but Hall believes people will adjust faster than they think. “Repetition works. Before long, they won’t even remember what it used to be called.” STORY 3: Four dead in shooting at Lawrenceville home; child’s 911 call leads to suspect’s arrest A tragic scene unfolded early Friday morning in a quiet Lawrenceville neighborhood—four adults were found dead in what police are calling a domestic shooting. It happened around 2:30 a.m. on Brook Ivy Court. Officers arrived after a “shots fired” call and discovered the victims inside the home, all with fatal gunshot wounds. Their names haven’t been released yet, but police confirmed there’d been prior calls to the house. Three young children were inside when it happened. Terrified, they hid in a closet. One of them—brave beyond words—called 911, giving officers the information they needed to respond quickly. When police arrived, the suspect’s car was still in the driveway. K-9 units tracked him to a nearby wooded area, where he was arrested without incident. The children, thankfully unharmed, are now with family. The investigation is ongoing. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: Ingles Markets - Gwinnett County Public Schools STORY 4: Athea King named executive director of the Suwanee Arts Center The Suwanee Arts Center has a new face at the helm—Athea King, a seasoned arts leader with a knack for bringing people and creativity together. Before landing in Suwanee, King worked at the Woodruff Arts Center, where she juggled everything from managing over 130 trustees to building partnerships and co-creating fundraising events that boosted arts education across Georgia. Her resume? Packed. She’s led gallery merchandising at Spruill Gallery, strengthened artist relationships, and turned their Holiday Art Fair into a record-breaking fundraiser. She’s also held roles at the High Museum, ArtCloud, and more, shaping her into a powerhouse of strategic planning, artist advocacy, and community programming. Oh, and she’s not just an administrator—she’s an artist herself. King’s fine art photography has been exhibited across the Southeast, backed by two Kickstarter campaigns. With a BFA in Photographic Imaging and a heart for collaboration, King’s ready to make Suwanee’s arts scene shine even brighter. STORY 5: Parkview senior earns Legion of Valor Bronze Cross award Candace Elkins, a senior at Parkview High, just earned one of the most prestigious honors in JROTC—the Legion of Valor Bronze Cross for Achievement. And honestly? It’s no surprise. As Cadet Battalion Commander, holding the rank of Cadet Lieutenant Colonel (the highest in her unit), Candace has led with grit and focus. Her leadership mantra? “Focus on your weakness and exploit it until it becomes your strength.” It’s worked wonders, according to First Sergeant Nontron D. Ward, her JROTC instructor. This award isn’t handed out lightly. Out of 300,000 JROTC students nationwide, only a handful receive it each year. To qualify, you’ve got to be in the top 10% of your JROTC unit and the top 15% of your class. Candace? She’s crushing it with a 98.8 GPA, a class rank of 43 out of 731, and a JROTC GPA of 98.5. But she’s not just about academics. She’s also a varsity lacrosse player, a Color Guard Commander, and a community service powerhouse. Dr. Frank Jones, a district coordinator, summed it up: “She’s the kind of well-rounded, high-achieving student the Legion of Valor Committee looks for.” We’ll be right back. Break 3: GCPL Passport STORY 6: Dumpster fire damages exterior of Dillard’s at Mall of Georgia Wednesday night got a little too heated at the Mall of Georgia—literally. A dumpster fire outside Dillard’s turned into a bigger problem when flames spread to the building’s exterior. It all started around 7:28 p.m., when 911 calls came in reporting the fire. By the time crews arrived five minutes later, the dumpster blaze had climbed up the two-story parapet wall near the loading dock. Firefighters jumped into action, attacking the flames with hoses while teams evacuated the store to make sure no one was trapped inside. Once everyone—about 40 people—was safely out, crews tackled the fire that had spread to a nearby tree and worked to protect surrounding areas. By 7:51 p.m., the fire was under control, though smoke still lingered inside Dillard’s. Fans were brought in to clear it out. The damage? Significant to the parapet wall, but thankfully, the fire didn’t make it inside the main building. No injuries were reported, and medical crews on-site focused on firefighter rehab. Fire officials later ruled the blaze accidental, with the dumpster as the starting point. Dillard’s and mall management were on hand to assist emergency crews as the situation unfolded. STORY 7: Lawrenceville's Natalee Summers honored as Gwinnett Tech's top GOAL student Natalee Summers, an Early Childhood Care and Education student at Gwinnett Technical College, was just named the 2026 GOAL winner—and she’s still wrapping her head around it. A Lawrenceville local, Natalee’s roots run deep in Gwinnett County. Raised in Georgia since she was seven, she credits her family, church, and community for shaping her journey. She’s not just a student—she’s a leader. From serving as a Student Ambassador to organizing a pajama drive that collected over 500 pairs for foster kids, Natalee’s heart is in everything she does. Her path to Gwinnett Tech wasn’t straightforward. Financial worries made a four-year university feel impossible, so she started in Radiologic Technology—practical, sure, but not her passion. Through the GOAL competition, Natalee realized something powerful: her story matters. 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Ashlee Livingstone, personal growth coach and breathwork facilitator, joins host Courtney Stanley to unpack the realities of high achievement, overwhelm and sustainable success, challenging hustle culture and exploring how choosing alignment over exhaustion can change the way we lead and live.

The show kicks off with a look at the latest SpaceX launch and whether rocket launches are must-watch events now. We also celebrate Dolly Parton turning 80 and get into a candid conversation about getting work done — injectables, plastic surgery, and what people would (or absolutely wouldn’t) change. Hollywood takes center stage with the Oscar nominations, including a big moment for our buddy Paul Thomas Anderson, who earns 13 nominations for One Battle After Another, including Best Director. We break down the Academy Awards’ first-ever Achievement in Casting category, where each casting director also saw their actors land lead nominations. Plus, a serious local issue emerges as the Larchmont neighborhood grapples with an ongoing prostitution problem. The hour wraps with a major law enforcement update as LAPD arrests members of an international theft ring, uncovering a sophisticated operation with global ties. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if success is not about pushing harder, but flipping the right internal switch? On Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Yusuf Khan sits down with Terri Maxwell to unpack how your brain's definition of success can quietly drive stress, burnout, and constant proving. This episode is for high achievers who feel anxious, exhausted, or never “good enough” even after hitting goals. Terri shares the Success Switch framework and a simple daily practice to regulate your nervous system, shift out of fight-or-flight, and pursue goals with more calm, clarity, and fulfillment. About the Guest : Terri Maxwell is a speaker, researcher, and author focused on the neuroscience of success and well-being. She is also the CEO of Shift/Co Public Benefit Corp and created the Success Switch, a brain-based approach to healthier performance. Key Takeaways: Success can become a moving goalpost if your worth is tied to outcomes Early “not good enough” wiring can fuel stress-driven achievement into adulthood Calm, steady effort feels different than frantic pressure and urgency The ABCs: Awareness (“The truth is, I feel…”), Breathing (4 slow breaths), Claim a new belief Practice the Success Switch twice daily for 7 days to build a new default state Your external results often mirror your internal dialogue and nervous system state How to Connect With the Guest: LinkedIn and https://succeedonpurpose.com/(free Success Switch tool under the Resources tab) Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik™️. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer. Healthy Mind By Avik™️ is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it's become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.

Open Forum The discussion emphasized persistent faith and prayer amid unanswered requests, encouraging believers to trust God's timing, remain open to the Holy Spirit's guidance, and engage in continual self-reflection. Through personal stories and shared experiences, the group explored how delayed or denied prayers can foster growth, protection, and deeper trust, whether in relationships, singleness, marriage, or personal ambitions. They highlighted the importance of contentment and maturity in every season of life, prioritizing love, relationships, and obedience to God's will over material success or comfort. Ultimately, the conversation underscored that true fulfillment comes from aligning one's life with God's purposes, embracing life's struggles, and faithfully seeking His direction in all circumstances.   Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com Leave a Comment: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/comments      

The list of one year accomplishments under the Trump administration is a long one, the White House touted 365 days and 365 wins. Things move so rapidly that we tend to forget how many things have gotten done during President Trump's first year in office. From securing the border to foreign policy, today our panel shares what they think are the greatest accomplishments of year one. With a cabinet full of rockstars, who stands out the most? President Trump secured framework for a deal in Greenland, which includes pockets of land, mineral rights and sovereign U.S. bases. Michelle Obama exposed herself as fashionably racist, stating she makes not of the skin color of the designer and her inclination to support black and minority companies. Meanwhile, in her photoshoot appearances she wears Prada, Michael Kors and a $4000 pair of Balenciaga boots. Newly elected Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger had a field day implementing new Democratic policies, which mainly included raising taxes on Virginians. Our panel has this week's winners and loser, including Barron Trump's heroic actions while out in the U.K. Featuring: Larry O'Connor Host | O'Connor and Co. https://x.com/LarryOConnor Adam Guillette President | Accuracy In Media https://x.com/adamguillette Stephanie Hamill Political Commentator https://x.com/STEPHMHAMILL Today's show is sponsored by: Patriot Mobile Take a stand for faith, family, and freedom—switch to Patriot Mobile. Patriot Mobile provides PREMIUM service on all three major U.S. networks.  Patriot Mobile has the same or even better coverage, backed by 100% U.S.-based customer support. Get unlimited data plans, mobile hotspots, international roaming, and more with Patriot Mobile. Take a stand as a PATRIOT by going to ⁠https://PatriotMobile.com/SPICER⁠ or call 972-PATRIOT for a FREE month! Joi + Blokes Are you dragging through your days with no energy, zero motivation and stubborn belly fat? That dad bod, brain fog, and lack of drive aren't character flaws—they're symptoms, usually tied to hormones. Joi + Blokes connects you with licensed clinicians that can tell you what's going on in your body and create a plan to fix it. TRT, peptide therapy, NAD+, enclomiphene—these are treatments that get to the root cause and help you feel stronger, sharper, and present. So, stop guessing and start getting answers. Head to ⁠http://joiandblokes.com/sean⁠ right now and use code sean for 50% OFF your labs and 20% OFF all supplements! ------------------------------------------------------------- 1️⃣ Subscribe and ring the bell for new videos: https://youtube.com/seanmspicer?sub_confirmation=1 2️⃣ Become a part of The Sean Spicer Show community: https://www.seanspicer.com/ 3️⃣ Listen to the full audio show on all platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sean-spicer-show/id1701280578 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/32od2cKHBAjhMBd9XntcUd iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-sean-spicer-show-120471641/ 4️⃣ Stay in touch with Sean on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/seanmspicer Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanspicer Instagram: https://instagram.com/seanmspicer/ 5️⃣ Follow The Sean Spicer Show on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/seanspicershow Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanspicershow Instagram: https://instagram.com/seanspicershow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WGN Radio is proud to announce that the RTDNA Foundation and their 2026 First Amendment Awards has honored Steve Bertrand with the Lifetime Achievement Award. The foundation's awards celebrate the efforts to promote responsible journalism and preserve the constitutionally guaranteed rights to do so. Past honorees include local reporters, network anchors, members of the U.S. […]

WGN Radio is proud to announce that the RTDNA Foundation and their 2026 First Amendment Awards has honored Steve Bertrand with the Lifetime Achievement Award. The foundation's awards celebrate the efforts to promote responsible journalism and preserve the constitutionally guaranteed rights to do so. Past honorees include local reporters, network anchors, members of the U.S. […]

WGN Radio is proud to announce that the RTDNA Foundation and their 2026 First Amendment Awards has honored Steve Bertrand with the Lifetime Achievement Award. The foundation's awards celebrate the efforts to promote responsible journalism and preserve the constitutionally guaranteed rights to do so. Past honorees include local reporters, network anchors, members of the U.S. […]

SEGMENT 3: SPACE ENGINEERING AND BOOSTER TECHNOLOGY Guest: Bob Zimmerman Zimmerman discusses latest developments in space engineering, focusing on booster rocket technology and satellite deployment advances. Discussion covers SpaceX achievements, competing launch providers, the evolution of reusable rocket systems, and how private industry continues pushing boundaries in making space access more frequent and affordable.1953

Why do we procrastinate, overspend, or neglect habits we know matter? In this episode, UCLA professor Hal Hershfield reveals how our connection (or lack of connection) to our future selves shapes everything from health and finances to ethics and life satisfaction. Drawing on decades of research, Hal introduces practical tools—including reverse time travel, temptation bundling, and vivid imagination exercises—that help close the gap between intention and action. This conversation is equal parts science, story, and strategy for anyone who wants to live with more agency and hope.Memorable Quotes“It involves thinking about trade-offs between now and later, and thinking about sort of balancing out our happiness and our satisfaction over time between the version of us who exists right now and the version of us who exist in the future.”“People change, and we change much more than we expect to. And the reason I think that that's not something to fear is because it means that we have some control over our lives. It means that we can become different versions of us, we can change aspects of ourselves.”“It may be scary at first to recognize that my life could look different in 10 years than I expect it to be. But the reality that we know from decades of research is that as a human being, we're quite good with grappling with change. We're quite resilient. We have a healthy, what's called ‘psychological immune system,' which basically means we can sort of fend off the changes that we don't want and sort of learn to live with the way that life has become.”“What the research has found is that if we make the process of achieving a goal more fun, more enjoyable, more pleasurable, we're just—and this shouldn't surprise anybody—we're a lot more likely to stick it out.”“If we want to spur action, if we wanna take some agency, we not only need to think about the way that we want things to look differently, but we also need to figure out what's the contrast between now and later? And what are the—and this is really important—what are the overcomeable obstacles?”“There's lots of little things where we can cut corners and, you know, we get some gain in the present, but we might get punished in the future. And what we've found in several papers is that the people who feel connected to their future selves are actually more likely to, to take this sort of more difficult but ethical path.”“That's the irony of procrastination. It hurts while we're procrastinating. It hurts after we procrastinated too…[We can instead think] ‘I don't wanna do it now. There's a good chance I'm not gonna wanna do it in the future, so I might as well just do it now.' Just do it and eliminate all that feeling of negativity along the way.”“We can take anything that feels like it's painful, unpleasant, et cetera, and pair it with something that's a temptation.”Key TakeawaysYou Have Agency. Life will always include uncertainty and unpredictable events, but your responses and daily choices still matter.The Present Is Loud. The Future Is Abstract. Making the future more concrete helps counteract our tendency to overvalue short-term comfort.Three Common Mistakes Sabotage Progress. Getting stuck in the present, under-planning, or projecting today's feelings too far forward can derail growth.Reverse Time Travel Makes Goals Feel Closer. Starting in the future and working backward reveals obstacles—and opportunities—you'd otherwise miss.Temptation Bundling Reduces Friction. Pair necessary habits with enjoyable experiences to increase follow-through without relying on grit alone.Small Choices Compound Into Identity. Your future self isn't created in one moment—but in thousands of ordinary ones.Resourceswww.halhershfield.com Your Future Self: How to Make Tomorrow Better Today (Book)This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

For years, the big spenders in Congress—and the Biden administration—worked together to drive the nation deeper into debt as they wasted taxpayer money on their crazy ESG, DEI far Left agenda. Between the Democrats who just wanna see Trump fail, and the big spender Republicans who want to see any budget cuts fail, Trump has an uphill battle against the “uniparty” when it comes to further progress in the spending fight.  Federal finance is the executive branch's job, but it really comes down to Congress which “passes spending and tax legislation,” explains Chief Heritage Foundation Economist E.J. Antoni, PhD., on today's special video commentary.   “It's high time those legislators actually do something to fix the problem that they themselves helped cause.”

In this episode, Igor breaks down one of the most underrated skills in business, sales, and everyday relationships - listening. He explains why listening isn't a passive act, but a powerful active skill that instantly builds trust, lowers resistance, and makes people far more cooperative.

So many high-achieving women are stuck on the hamster wheel of checking the boxes and doing it all. We're conditioned to believe the next strategy or accomplishment will somehow lead us to our worth, and even though this may give us a sense of certainty and control, that doesn't mean this behavior is truly serving us.Today, I'm joined by Dr. LaChelle Wieme, speaker, author, and host of The Spiral Up Podcast. LaChelle shares her story of going from chasing degrees and titles to realizing she was caught in a race for achievement, using success as a way to prove her worth. She introduces the idea of “the and life”: the possibility of feeling challenged and fulfilled, while also being present and connected. This episode is an invitation to see that mastering your life isn't just about changing your situation—it's about paying attention to what's happening underneath the surface. Without shifting our internal patterns first, we often experience the same stress and burnout, even in a new environment.We explore why strategy alone isn't the issue, and how nervous system regulation is essential for sustainable change. LaChelle explains how a balance of masculine and feminine energy allows us to both access inner guidance and take aligned action. You'll also hear how, through heart-brain coherence, we create safety, clarity, and access to intuition so we can make decisions from a grounded place rather than pushing through overwhelm.Life isn't happening to you—it's happening for you. When you trust yourself, your discernment, and the guidance available to you, you stop giving your power away to external outcomes and learn to feel safe within your body. From that place, you can stop chasing worth and start creating a life that includes more clarity, ease, and fulfillment. Let's dive in!What you'll learn:How unexamined toxic thought patterns and subconscious conditioning quietly shape your decisionsWhy sacrificing yourself for long-term gain doesn't work if the underlying patterns driving your behavior haven't been healedHow a balance of masculine and feminine energy combines execution and follow-through with inner guidanceWhat it looks like to stop forcing outcomes and allow guidance to move you forward without burnoutWhy slowing down to ask “what's the right next step for me?” can be more powerful than following strategies out of obligationYou can read the full show notes here.About Dr. LaChelle WiemeDr. LaChelle Wieme is passionate about helping people unlock their full potential. For over 15 years, she's been connecting with audiences as a motivational speaker, and for the past 6 years, she's also had the privilege of guiding individuals and organizations through her coaching and business consulting practice. Whether it's on stage or working one-on-one with clients, she loves empowering people to achieve greater impact and income. Her unique approach centers around fostering clarity, courage, confidence, and consistency – the essential ingredients for sustainable success. This passion also led her to create The Spiral Up Podcast, where she explores these themes in greater depth. And through her consulting firm, i AM - Life By Design, she partners with entrepreneurs and businesses to help...

Lifetime Achievement full 565 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:24:00 +0000 sOaBv5XKjE92z3jFWinn4aztStgBf3nT society & culture Klein/Ally Show: The Podcast society & culture Lifetime Achievement Klein.Ally.Show on KROQ is more than just a "dynamic, irreverent morning radio show that mixes humor, pop culture, and unpredictable conversation with a heavy dose of realness." (but thanks for that quote anyway). Hosted by Klein, Ally, and a cast of weirdos (both on the team and from their audience), the show is known for its raw, offbeat style, offering a mix of sarcastic banter, candid interviews, and an unfiltered take on everything from culture to the chaos of everyday life. With a loyal, engaged fanbase and an addiction for pushing boundaries, the show delivers the perfect blend of humor and insight, all while keeping things fun, fresh, and sometimes a little bit illegal. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amper

In this episode, Dr. Jockers is joined by Dr. Jason Fung to break down why weight gain isn't a willpower issue or a calorie problem, but a hunger problem driven by internal signals. You'll learn why eating less often backfires and why controlling hunger is the real key to sustainable fat loss.   Dr. Fung introduces the concept of the "fat thermostat," explaining how hormones like insulin, cortisol, and GLP-1 quietly determine whether your body stores fat or burns it. He also reveals how ultra-processed foods disrupt these signals and keep cravings switched on.   You'll also explore the different types of hunger that influence eating behavior, why some foods never lead to satiety, and how small shifts in food choice, timing, and lifestyle can naturally reduce cravings while supporting fat burning.   In This Episode:  00:00 Introduction to Food Industry Tricks 01:19 Dr. Jason Fung's Background and Achievements 04:06 The Concept of Hunger and Hormones 12:05 Understanding the Fat Thermostat 17:09 The Role of Hormones in Weight Management 21:53 Impact of Diet on Hormones and Weight 26:06 Debunking Diet Myths 26:43 The Science of Hair Regrowth 28:23 Understanding Hunger and Hormones 29:40 The Dangers of Ultra-Processed Foods 31:33 Food Addiction and Its Implications 32:55 The Role of Natural Foods in Satiety 36:10 The Impact of Food Processing on Health 44:01 Effective Strategies for Weight Management 52:09 The Importance of Social Support in Dieting 52:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   If you want practical, natural strategies to balance your hormones, heal your gut, boost your energy, and slow aging, don't miss The Dr. Josh Axe Show. Dr. Axe blends ancient wisdom with cutting-edge science and brings on world-class experts for unfiltered conversations you won't hear anywhere else. Transform your health from the inside out and subscribe to The Dr. Josh Axe Show, with new episodes every Monday and Thursday.   If you want to burn belly fat…boost your energy levels…balance blood sugar…or relieve swelling in your legs or feet… Then you need to check out PureHealth Research immediately.   This company makes some amazing health-boosting supplements that are manufactured right here in America. They only use natural, non-GMO ingredients that are backed by the latest science and proven to work.   And right now, you can save 35% on all of their products with this special subscriber-only offer. Just use your exclusive coupon code JOCKERS at checkout.     "When you stabilize your insulin, you stabilize your hunger. When you stabilize your hunger, you naturally lose weight."      Subscribe to the podcast on: Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify PodBean TuneIn Radio   Resources: Visit https://www.purehealthresearch.com/ - Use code DRJOCKERS for 35% Connect with Dr. Jockers: Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drjockers/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/DrDavidJockers YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/djockers Website – https://drjockers.com/ If you are interested in being a guest on the show, we would love to hear from you! Please contact us here! - https://drjockers.com/join-us-dr-jockers-functional-nutrition-podcast/ 

What is a Good Life? #158 | Finding Self-Love Beyond AchievementWhere do you belong? How do you best use your gifts?These questions have followed Alan Wilson throughout his life—from childhood football pitches to corporate boardrooms. In this deeply honest conversation, Alan shares his journey from seeking external validation to cultivating self-love, exploring how grief, self-inquiry, and simple presence have reshaped his understanding of a good life.Alan Wilson is a Director of People & Operations and qualified coach with 17+ years in senior leadership roles. He supports leaders and organisations navigating change by combining commercial insight with a deeply human approach—focused on self-awareness, integrity, and sustainable performance.In this episode:The childhood patterns behind our adult strugglesWhy achievement never feels like enoughFinding centre in an increasingly distracted worldHow children guide us back to presenceWhy self-love transforms leadershipThe agency we have despite feeling disempoweredThis conversation is for anyone questioning whether they're enough, struggling with validation, or wondering if there's more to life than the next achievement.For more of Alan's work:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-wilson-084b3324/For more from Mark McCartney:Newsletter: https://www.whatisagood.life/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-mccartney-14b0161b4/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whatisagoodlife Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markcmccartney/ 00:00 - Where Do I Belong? 05:23 - The Validation Trap 10:47 - Self-Inquiry and Grief 16:12 - Moments That Allow Breathing 21:35 - Toxicity and Modern Life 27:43 - Children as Our Compass 33:21 - Beyond Material Accumulation 38:45 - Dismantling the Armour 44:02 - Agency in a Disempowered World 49:18 - Transmitting Our Gifts Daily 54:31 - A Life That's Evolving

00:00 Introduction00:07 Merlin, from the Nuremberg Chronicle00:20 Merlin by Aubrey Beardsley00:24 Prince Arthur Educated by Thomas Pennant01:03 The Mad Prophet01:18 Fresco "Iwein" by Hartmann von Aue, photo Thomas Wozniak, Creative Commons01:37 Alauda arvensis Nest, photo Beentree, Creative Commons01:48 Battle of Crécy by Loyset Liédet01:59 Geoffrey of Monmouth, The Life of Merlin02:57 Zum Wilden Mann, Passau, photo Andreas Praefcke, Creative Commons03:05 The Wild Man by Conrad Meyer03:25 Carrion Crow, photo Marie-Lan Taÿ Pamart, Creative Commons03:28 Phoenix by Friedrich Justin Bertuch03:37 Virtuous Lady Tames Woodwose04:48 Page from the Black Book of Carmarthen05:21 Map of Roman Britain by William and Alexander Keith Johnston05:32 Stonehenge from the Roman De Brut05:43 Myrddin Being Converted to Christianity by Saint Kentigern05:50 Wild Man by Hans Holbein the Younger06:06 The Supernatural Sorcerer06:42 Christ in Limbo by Fra Angelico06:48 Story of Merlin by Jean Colombe07:23 Conception of Merlin by Antoine Vérard08:00 Merlin Reads His Prophesies to King Vortigern08:19 Vortigern and the Dragons by the Master of Edward IV08:57 Red Dragon Sculpture, photo Rickfive, Creative Commons09:22 Uther Pendragon, Aethelbert, Arthur, and Oswald by Matthew Paris09:34 The Holy Grail and the Round Table by Évrard d'Espinques09:52 Uther and Igraine by Wladislaw T Benda10:00 Pelleas and Igraine by Wladislaw T Benda10:06 Gorlois, Uther, and Igraine by Wladislaw T Benda10:30 Uther Pendragon by Howard Pyle10:39 Arthur's Conception10:55 So The Child Was Delivered Unto Merlin by Arthur Rackham11:21 Idylls of the King by Gustave Doré11:58 So The Child Was Delivered Unto Merlin by N C Wyeth12:05 Merlin Dictating Prophesies to His Scribe, Blaise12:18 Young Arthur Retrieving the Sword Excalibur12:36 Gargoyle12:55 Sack of Aquileia, from the Chronicon Pictum12:59 The Achievement of the Grail by Edward Burne-Jones, William Morris, and John Henry Durle13:04 Excalibur, from Ballads of Bravery by George Melville Baker13:39 The Fate of Merlin13:43 Vivian and Merlin by Julia Margaret Cameron14:08 Idylls of the King by Gustave Doré14:18 Diana of the Chase by Anna Hyatt Huntington14:37 Diana Hunting, Via Livenza, Rome, Italy14:45 Secondary Basins of Brittany by Marie-Nicolas Bouillet14:55 The Golden Bough by Joseph Mallord William Turner15:12 Myth of Actaeon, photo Carole Raddato, Creative Commons15:26 Idylls of the King by Gustave Doré15:44 Robert De Boron, Prose Merlin16:17 Idylls of the King by Gustave Doré16:32 Merlin and Vivienne by W Otway Cannell16:42 April by the Brothers of Limbourg16:48 Musician With Tambourine, Man and Maiden Playing Chess, Bodleian Library, Oxford, England16:52 Maidens Dance to the Music of a Citoler Playing, Bodleian Library, Oxford, England16:59 Walther von Klingen by the Master of the Codex Manesse17:04 Duke and Ladies in a Garden by Christine de Pisan17:18 Vivien Bewitches Merlin by Arthur Pyle17:33 Merlin and Nimue by Edward Burne-Jones18:06 Vivien and Merlin by Julia Margaret Cameron18:17 Idylls of the King by Eleanor Fortescue-Brickdale18:23 Merlin and Vivien by George Housman Thomas18:40 The Beguiling of Merlin by Edward Burne-Jones18:53 Witches' Tree by Edward Burne-Jones19:12 Merlin and Vivien, from Tales of the Round Table by Andrew Lang19:18 Idylls of the King by Eleanor Fortescue-Brickdale20:02 Bradamante at Merlin's Tomb by Alexandre-Evariste Fragonard20:30 Conclusion20:51 Awarding the Artists Coat of Arms to Albrecht Dürer by Eugene Napoleon Neureuther20:55 Idylls of the King by Gustave Doré21:13 The Story of Tom Thumb, from The Heart of Oak Books by Charles Eliot Norton21:43 Sleeping Merlin Sculpture at Merlin's Cave, Tintagel, England, photo by Nathan Russell-Raby, Creative CommonsAll works of art are in the public domain unless otherwise noted.Ambiment - The Ambient by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license.

How leaders relate to money, success, and stress rarely starts with them.In this opening episode of 2026, Julian Hayes II sits down with Ruschelle Khanna to explore how inherited trauma, family systems, and unspoken money scripts quietly shape your decision-making, health, and legacy—especially among high achievers.Ruschelle shares how trauma can be passed down biologically and emotionally, why many ambitious leaders tie self-worth to their achievement, and how unresolved family patterns show up as burnout, overwork, scarcity, or emotional rigidity around money. Together, they unpack what it means to build intergenerational well-being, not just financial success, and how leaders can shift from fear-based drive to compassionate, sustainable performance.This is a grounded, honest conversation about wealth, health, identity, and what leaders unknowingly pass on, unless they choose to do the work.— Episode Chapter Big Ideas (timing may not be exact) —0:00 – Introduction and reflections on growing up in the 90s2:45 – The illusion of danger, media narratives, and childhood freedom4:45 – Misconceptions about West Virginia and cultural stereotypes7:55 – What “inherited trauma” actually means9:55 – When issues don't resolve despite years of self-work11:30 – How inherited trauma can shape identity and career paths13:25 – Achievement, conditional love, and high-performing families15:54 – Self-compassion as a missing skill for ambitious leaders16:55 – Why money is one of the hardest topics to talk about18:00 – Shame, security, and the body's relationship with money22:10 – Wealth, poverty, and the mental prisons on both ends23:37 – Family businesses, trauma, and what actually breaks success25:00 – Debunking the “three generations” wealth myth27:38 – Money scripts, emotional security, and social capital29:54 – Separating self-worth from net worth—without losing drive33:16 – Building intergenerational well-being through compassion35:19 – Fear-based identities and the inability to feel safe37:12 – Creating a family mission, values, and shared culture40:40 – How trauma awareness changes leadership style42:07 – Rapid fire: motherhood, training, legacy, and curiosity48:24 – A final question for leaders building wealth and well-being— Key Quotes from Ruschelle Khanna — “We're often operating from coping mechanisms, not our true selves.”“Money sits at the level of security—and shame lives there too.”“Legacy is living fully in the present so it echoes into the future.”“Before asking how wealthy you want to be, ask how satisfied you are right now.”— Connect With Ruschelle Khanna —Website: https://www.lifestyleforlegacy.com/ Ancestral Healing Center: https://www.ancestralhealingcenter.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruschelle-khanna-lifestyle-for-legacy/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ancestralhealingcenter — Connect with Julian and Executive Health —LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/julianhayesii/Ready to take your health, leadership, and performance to the next level? Book a complimentary private executive health diagnostic call with Julian Hayes II. Link below. https://calendly.com/julian-exechealth/chemistryWebsite — https://www.executivehealth.io/***DISCLAIMER: The information shared is not meant to treat or diagnose any condition. This is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes. The content here is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor and/or medical practitioner.

A tragedy occurs when you reach a certain level of achievement: The mind starts to reorder itself for destruction instead of growth.  Worst part? This happens so subtly that it goes completely unnoticed… until it's too late. As achievements accumulate, decision quality erodes. Feedback arrives later and later, so mistakes don't get corrected. They get built into systems and culture. By the time the error becomes clear, reversing it is costly or impossible. That's the bad news. The good news? There's a simple (but not easy) solution to this… but you might not like it because it forces you to finally slow down. And, the unfortunate reality is that this becomes far harder after success.  When you let your true values guide you (instead of letting achievement become your governing value), you can avoid the fatal consequences that success brings. Again, it won't be easy - but it's the ONLY way to recover from the Tragedy of Achievement.  That's what you'll learn how to do in today's show.  Listen now.  Show Highlights Include: The "Lost Ship" trap that explains the subtle way success corrupts your decision making (0:30)  How success tricks you into co-opting your values and quietly distorting them (2:10)  The insidious, step-by-step way that achievement reorders the mind (without your realizing it) (3:38)  3 distortions that happen in your mind when you value achievement too much (and how each of these distortions plant the seeds of destruction - personally, professionally, and emotionally (5:35)  Why intelligent and principled (but successful) people drift away from their values without even noticing until they're smacked in the face by a mid-life crisis (7:29)  How treating values like courage, compassion, and integrity as "ethical decoration" instead of the key to growth in every aspect of your life is the single biggest mistake high achievers make (8:39)  Why losing playfulness fills you with a deep sense of humiliation and shame that results in developing blind spots that create more damage (15:09)  The cold, hard truth about why the most dangerous mistakes are made by people who move too fast (not people who hesitate too much) (18:43)  How experience only not only fails to protect against misjudgment, but in many cases, it actually makes it WORSE (20:38)  For more about David Tian, go here: https://www.davidtianphd.com/about/  Feeling like success in one area of life has come at the expense of another? Maybe you've crushed it in your career, but your relationships feel strained. Or you've built the life you thought you wanted, yet there's still something important missing. I've put together a free 3-minute assessment to help you see what's really holding you back. Answer a few simple questions, and you'll get instant access to a personalized masterclass that speaks directly to where you are right now. It's fast. It's practical. And it could change the way you approach leadership, love, and fulfillment. Take the first step here → https://dtphd.com/quiz

In this episode, Swamiji redefines success through Krishna's lens, showing that true achievement is not about defeating others but about elevating oneself. He begins with the story of a little girl at her school sports day who, despite finishing last, was praised by her father for being ahead of many others. The lesson: success is relative, and each person runs a unique race.  Swamiji explains that worldly measures of success — medals, rankings, comparisons — often trap us in competition and dissatisfaction. Krishna, however, teaches that the real race is internal: to conquer the mind and rise above its weaknesses. Quoting the Bhagavad Gita (6.5), Swamiji highlights: “Elevate yourself through the power of your mind, and do not degrade yourself. For the mind can be your best friend, or your worst enemy.”  He emphasizes that success which pleases God is measured by self‑improvement, humility, and sincerity in effort. Every setback becomes a lesson, every step forward an offering to the Divine. When we stop comparing ourselves to others and focus on becoming better than our past selves, there is no failure — only growth.  This teaching matters because it liberates seekers from the anxiety of competition and redirects them toward inner progress. By following Krishna's definition of success, we cultivate resilience, peace, and devotion — achievements that truly please God.  About Swami Mukundananda: Swami Mukundananda is a renowned spiritual leader, Vedic scholar, Bhakti saint, best‑selling author, and an international authority on the subject of mind management. He is the founder of the unique yogic system called JKYog. Swamiji holds distinguished degrees in Engineering and Management from two of India's most prestigious institutions—IIT and IIM. Having taken the renounced order of life (sanyas), he is the senior disciple of Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj, and has been sharing Vedic wisdom across the globe for decades. 

It's about time we really talk about beauty tech, what it already looks like in parts of Asia, and what it could become in our homes in the next few years, in ways we probably can't even imagine yet.That's exactly what I explore in this episode with Wanfen Xia, CMO and Managing Director at Ulike Europe.Wanfen brings a clear and grounded perspective on where the beauty-tech sector is heading. We talk about how advanced Asian markets already are, what Europe can learn from them, and how new self-care routines might soon become a natural part of everyday life at home.What I especially appreciated in this conversation is Wanfen's gentle, thoughtful approach, shaped by literature, aesthetics, and a deep understanding to what beauty can mean beyond performance or perfection. It's a reminder that some things are meant to be felt intuitively.If you enjoy this conversation, don't forget to rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform.Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via waa.berlin/aboutFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via waa.berlin/newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this conversation, the discussion with C. Thi Nguyen revolves around the nature of metrics, qualitative knowledge, and the duality of scoring systems, particularly in the context of climbing. The speaker shares personal experiences with climbing as a case study to illustrate how scoring systems can both enhance and detract from the experience. The conversation delves into the beauty of climbing, the subtlety of value in metrics, and the importance of savoring moments in games. It also explores the tension between purpose and game mechanics, the role of enjoyment, and the complexities of scoring systems in both games and life. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the challenges of balancing values in decision-making and the risks associated with the gamification of various aspects of life.Takeaways Metrics can miss the subtlety of qualitative knowledge. Scoring systems can enhance or detract from experiences. Climbing serves as a unique case study for scoring systems. The beauty of climbing lies in its scoring system. Values can become obscured when metrics are prioritized. Games allow for exploration of different scoring systems. Achievement play focuses on winning, while striving play values the process. External expectations can pressure individuals to conform to metrics. The addictive nature of games can lead to negative experiences.Chapters 00:00 The Intricacies of Portability and Judgment 01:12 Introduction and Social Media Presence 03:40 The Value of Climbing and Scoring Systems 07:16 The Impact of Numbers in Climbing 09:42 Savoring the Moment vs. Obsession with Scoring 10:59 Goals vs. Purpose in Games 12:39 Understanding Value Capture 17:53 The Shift in Standards of Success 20:33 The Limitations of Metrics 21:42 Games as a Reflection of Human Desire 24:37 The Purpose Behind Scoring Systems 26:07 The Magic Circle of Games 29:15 Achievement Play vs. Striving Play 34:47 When Games Become Unsafe 38:21 The Pitfalls of Portability in MetricsFollow Thi on Twitter, Bluesky, and find his website. You can get his book here.Subscribe to Breaking Math wherever you get your podcasts.Follow Breaking Math on Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Website, YouTube, TikTokFollow Autumn on Twitter, BlueSky, and InstagramBecome a guest hereemail: breakingmathpodcast@gmail.com

Join Trey Reid from the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission as he sits down with Nick Feltz, the District 10 Fisheries Supervisor, for an in-depth update on the ongoing Lake Conway renovation and restoration project. This episode covers the significant progress made halfway through the five-year timeline, including dam and spillway construction, habitat improvements, and homeowner involvement. Nick also discusses the productivity of contractors, removal of dilapidated structures, and future plans for habitat building and infrastructure improvements. Plus, get the details on an upcoming public meeting where locals can get more information and ask their questions. Don't miss this comprehensive update on one of Arkansas' largest lake restoration projects!

if you have any feedback, please send us a text! Thank you!Today's episode features a truly special conversation with Dr. Diana Ramos, California Surgeon General, and Dr. Calvin Johnson, Professor of Anesthesiology—both dedicated advocates for improving maternal health.Dr. Ramos is a distinguished public health leader who earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at USC and completed her OB-GYN training at the LA County–USC Medical Center. She also holds a Master of Public Health from UCLA and an MBA from the UC Irvine Paul Merage School of Business. Dr. Ramos has received numerous honors, including the Latino Spirit Award for Achievement in Public Service (2024) and the Public Health Leadership Award (2025) from All Children Thrive. She is deeply passionate about reducing maternal morbidity and mortality in California and across the nation, as well as improving health outcomes for children.Dr. Johnson is a Professor of Anesthesiology at Cedars-Sinai Medical School in Los Angeles. He is triple board-certified in Anesthesiology, Pediatric Anesthesiology, and Pain Medicine. He is an active member of the California Society of Anesthesiologists and serves on the California Pregnancy-Associated Review Committee.Maternal mortality remains a critical issue, with an incidence of 33 per 100,000 births in the United States and 15 per 100,000 in California. What are the most common causes of maternal mortality? How many of these deaths are preventable? What factors increase the risk of morbidity and mortality, and how have anesthesiologists played a role in reducing these risks?In this episode, Drs. Ramos and Johnson discuss why maternal mortality persists, current incidence rates, and what can be done to address this urgent issue. They also explore Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and their impact on children's immediate and long-term health. Together, they emphasize the critical importance of collaboration across multiple specialties—including public health, nursing, community medicine, and preconception and prenatal care—to improve outcomes for mothers and children.Selected Resources:https://osg.ca.gov/https://osg.ca.gov/aces-in-youth/https://osg.ca.gov/prema/

If your life feels upside down since your spiritual awakening, like your career, relationships, or daily routines don't fit anymore, take a breath. You're not broken — you're waking up. And yes, spiritual growth can feel chaotic at first.In this episode, I'm walking you through PERMA — Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Achievement — and showing you how to use it to stop spiritual awakening chaos, integrate your growth, and finally thrive.We'll cover:Why feeling lost, unmotivated, or disconnected after a spiritual awakening is actually proof of your personal growthHow to turn the overwhelm of spiritual alignment into clarity, confidence, and purposePractical strategies to integrate your awakening into your life, career, relationships, and businessWhy alignment isn't perfection — it's when your inner knowing matches your outer actionsThis episode is for anyone navigating a spiritual awakening, experiencing identity shifts, or trying to figure out how to thrive after intense personal and spiritual transformation. Think of it as me sitting across from you, holding your hand, and saying:“You've got this — here's how to stop the chaos and start living the life your soul actually wants.”

Matthew Platkin reflects on his time as New Jersey's attorney general, including what are widely viewed as his successes, like reducing gun violence, and some challenges, including in political corruption in the state that's known for it.

What Is This Episode - Top of Show . GOLDEN GLOBES/BAFTA LONG LISTS/GUILD NOMS ANALYSIS: . The Globes Red Carpet + TV Show Presentation - 1:50 Nikki's Hosting Job - 6:45 . Best Picture Brings Questions About Cinematic/BO Achievement - 10:37 Best Director is PTA's To Keep - 24:45 (And What This Year's Oscars Ratings Will Tell the Academy - 27:20) . Lead Actor: AlsoMike Has Ruined Chalamet (Even Though He'll Sweep) - 32:42 Lead Actress Has Finally Cleared Up Who Sits at #2 - 42:22 Supporting Actor Asks, “What IS a Sweep, Anyway?” - 48:08 Supporting Actress Shows Warts for Sentimental Value, Strength for OBAA - 52:45 . How Are the Globes THIS BAD at the Screenplay Categories? - 57:53 The Secret Agent Just Keeps Winning International Feature - 1:04:40 . K-Pop Has Animated Feature, How Close Was It to B.O. Achievement? - 1:11:00 Score Was Cut From the Globes Show, Weirdly - 1:14:18 Uncultured Pundits Lead to an Original Song “Controversy” for Golden - 1:15:10 . Final Tallies for Globes, BAFTA Long Lists, and Guild Noms - 1:19:04 . What's Next From MMO/Leave Us 5 Stars! - 1:22:29

In this episode, I challenge one of the most common personal development habits—affirmations—and introduce a far more powerful alternative. If confidence feels inconsistent… if discipline fades when motivation disappears… and if you know what to do but still struggle to execute, this conversation is for you. We explore why asking better questions—specifically yes-or-no "Will you?" questions—creates faster, more sustainable behavior change than statements, goals, or affirmations ever could.  Drawing on decades of behavioral research, identity psychology, and real-world golf and life examples, I break down how questions engage your subconscious, eliminate excuses, and leverage cognitive dissonance to pull you into action—especially when you don't feel like it. In this episode, you'll learn: Why affirmations often fail to create lasting behavior change How asking "Will you?" activates confidence and ownership The psychology behind cognitive dissonance—and how to use it Why yes/no questions eliminate excuses and justifications How identity-based questions reinforce discipline under pressure The subtle but critical difference between can I and will I How to use questions to execute when motivation is gone This is a tactical yet deeply transformational episode designed to help you strengthen discipline, upgrade your self-talk, and accelerate becoming the version of yourself required to achieve your biggest goals—on the course and in life. Get your pencils ready and start listening.  P.S. Curious to learn more about the results my clients are experiencing and what they say about working with me? Read more here. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my "Play Your Best Round" free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.  Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist  Key Takeaways: Confidence is built through your relationship with yourself—especially your self-talk. Questions engage your brain more powerfully than statements or affirmations. "Will you?" implies ownership, commitment, and action—not possibility. Yes/no questions remove the mental loopholes that fuel excuses. Cognitive dissonance pushes behavior to align with identity. Discipline is strengthened when actions answer questions—not feelings. Asking better questions accelerates becoming who you want to be. Key Quotes: "Confidence is intoxicating—and one of its strongest predictors is how you talk to yourself." "Questions engage you; statements let you hide." "When you ask 'Will you?' there's no room for excuses—only action." "Cognitive dissonance is the discomfort that pulls you toward who you want to become." "Discipline is doing what needs to be done when you don't feel like it." "Your actions don't follow motivation—they follow identity." "The answer to who you'll become lies in the question 'Will you?'" Time Stamps: 00:00: The Power of Belief and Self-Talk 02:58: Welcome Back: The Journey of Self-Improvement 04:34: Upgrading Self-Talk: The Importance of Questions 14:17: Cognitive Dissonance: Bridging the Gap to Your Best Self 19:27: Taking Action: The Path to Becoming Your Best Self

Why does it feel like everything is falling apart, even as our lives get materially easier in so many ways? Michael Hyatt talks with author and cultural thinker Virginia Postrel about why progress becomes invisible, how nostalgia for the “good old days” distorts reality, and why modern change moves unevenly.They explore why humans crave beauty and meaning (not just function) and how AI is reshaping the future of work. A clear theme emerges throughout the wide-ranging conversation: change is inevitable, and how we respond matters. Resilience, margin, and an entrepreneurial mindset make all the difference.If you've felt powerless against “big systems,” this episode is a reminder that innovation is often personal, practical, and close to home: start where you are, solve what you can, and expect the unexpected.Memorable Quotes“The issues of character never go away. They are eternal human questions, and we forget because we have sort of nostalgic views of the past.”“Even the smartest AI can't figure out what people want—what people are dissatisfied with. And a lot of innovation comes from that. We tend to focus on big technologies. And even big technologies come from a lot of incremental improvements… A lot of improvements come from people saying, ‘I'm dissatisfied with this,' or ‘Here's something I figured out.'”“Human beings don't just value function. They value pleasure, and they value meaning, and pleasure and meaning are things that are very much conveyed through the look and feel of objects or places.”“Agency is problem-solving. It's you solving problems in your life, or whatever that might be—and it's sort of reversed, too, which is that if you assume that it's someone else's job to solve your problem, you sort of give up your sense of agency.” “A lot of leadership is figuring out what gifts individuals have and getting them moving in the right direction… A big part of leadership as problem-solving is people problem-solving—getting people in the right roles and thinking about how those roles mesh.”“Expect that you're going to be in a world that changes, because that's the world we live in. It's the world we've been living in for hundreds of years. The other thing is: understand this didn't start with you. Other people have gone through amazing and scary and terrifying changes, and our civilization has lived to tell the tale.”Key TakeawaysProgress Becomes Invisible Quickly. We normalize improvements fast—and forget what life used to require in drudgery, time, and basic comforts.Change Is Uneven: Bits vs. Atoms. Software accelerates rapidly, while physical-world progress (like housing) can be slowed by policy, cost, and complexity.Dynamism vs. Stasis Shapes How We Face the Future. Some people see change as positive-sum opportunity; others experience it as zero-sum threat.Agency Grows Through Problem-Solving. When we assume “someone else” must fix things, we trade away our sense of control and possibility.Resilience Requires Margin. Financial cushion, emotional bandwidth, and community support help you absorb shocks and adapt.Entrepreneurship Is Bigger Than Business. You can be “entrepreneurial” by starting groups, building community, or solving everyday problems—not just launching companies.Resourcesvpostrel.com (Website)vpostrel.substack.com (Substack Newsletter)The Future and Its Enemies (Book)The Substance of Style (Book)The Power of Glamor (Book)The Fabric of Civilization (Book)Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/yCMHIdYYS-AThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

This week's Misfit Entrepreneur is John Garrett—a keynote speaker, award winning author, consultant, and the creator of the powerful concept known as "What's Your And?" If you're looking for the X factor in how to build a culture where people actually perform at their best, feel connected, and bring their whole selves to work… John is the guy you need to hear from. John started his career as a CPA before breaking the mold—quite literally—by becoming a nationally touring comedian. And that's what sparked his groundbreaking discovery: people are more than their job titles, and organizations that embrace their employees' outside-of-work passions—what he calls their "Ands"—build stronger cultures, retain talent longer, and unlock levels of performance and engagement most leaders never tap into. He's worked with companies like PwC, AstraZeneca, and Microsoft, and written the bestseller What's Your And? His message is simple but transformative: We perform better when we bring all of who we are to what we do. And for entrepreneurs and business owners looking to build thriving, winning cultures—John's frameworks are pure gold. I've personally spent time with John and seen him present his concepts live. His insights land. His stories resonate. And the applications for leaders are immediate. Show Sponsors: Entrepreneurs, what if there was a way to know you were hiring the best salespeople to drive your business? How much would that help your success? Well, with SalesDrive's DriveTest, you can! Drive is composed of three non-teachable traits shared by all top producers: Need for Achievement, Competitiveness, and Optimism. You can get a FREE DriveTest assessment to help you in your hiring efforts at www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/SalesDrive 5 Minute Journal: www.MisfitEntrepreneur.com/Journal

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3862: Jay Harrington challenges the traditional notion of New Year's resolutions, urging us to trade empty goal-setting for courageous, imperfect action. Drawing lessons from the bumpy launch of Warby Parker, he reminds us that discomfort is the true price of growth, and the only way forward is to just start. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lifeandwhim.com/first-moments-blog/stop-making-resolutions-just-start Quotes to ponder: "Achievement requires discomfort, but we're conditioned to avoid discomfort." "The truth is, most of us understand that we have to grind for what we want, but rarely are we willing to pay the price." "There will never be a perfect time to start." Episode references: Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday: https://www.amazon.com/Ego-Enemy-Ryan-Holiday/dp/1591847818 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful conversation, Kelly sits down with leadership teacher and author John Wang, author of Big Asian Energy, to unpack why so many successful leaders feel exhausted, disconnected, and stuck despite "doing everything right." John shares his deeply personal journey from achievement-driven success to near-collapse, and the inner leadership shift that changed how he builds businesses, leads people, and teaches others to do the same. This episode is for CEOs, founders, and business owners who know they've outgrown an old identity but feel uncertain about what's next. Together, Kelly and John explore how authentic leadership, embodied presence, and aligned decision-making are becoming the defining advantages for leaders in 2026 and beyond. TIMESTAMPS: 02:11 – 04:45 What Big Asian Energy is really about (and why this message actually applies to EVERY leader) 04:46 – 07:30 Achievement culture, "shoulds," and the hidden cost of self-abandonment 07:31 – 10:05 The moment everything broke: burnout, internal bleeding, and the body's warning signs 10:06 – 12:40 The real cause of burnout 12:41 – 14:55 Comparison, people-pleasing, and the "Frankenstein identity" many leaders build 14:56 – 17:10 The turning point: discovering purpose and leading from a single guiding word 17:11 – 19:30 Why leadership doesn't have to look loud, aggressive, or performative 19:31 – 21:35 The seven self-sabotage patterns leaders don't realize they're operating from 21:36 – 23:40 "There are no business relationships. Only relationships" (and why this matters) 23:41 – 25:20 Sitting in the puddle: how presence builds trust faster than problem-solving 25:21 – 27:10 How embodied leadership creates calmer teams, stronger cultures, and better results RESOURCES:  Get the Book Big Asian Energy: The UnapolageticGuide for Breaking Barriers to Leadership and Success by John Wang: https://a.co/d/fMNpdPE  Connect with John Wang on Instagram: @johnwangofficial Website: https://bigasianenergy.com Follow Kelly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyroachofficial/  Follow Kelly on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.roach.520/  Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyroachint/ 

On Friday's Mark Levin Show, WJNO's Brian Mudd fills in for Mark Levin. ISIS has been butchering Jews and Christians across the Middle East and beyond, and the world knows it. And when President Donald Trump says that if these terrorists keep spilling innocent blood he'll strike back—he means it. No double‑talk. No hesitation. Strength. Under Trump, Americans have seen lower taxes, a stronger economy, a secure border, peace instead of endless wars, the rollback of DEI mandates, and an end to radical policies targeting children. These are facts, not fantasy. Millions of Americans are grateful for it. In addition, Affordability? Americans are better off today than they were in 2020. Tariffs, deportations, and job growth have put real money back into the pockets of working people. Is the country perfect? Of course not. People are struggling. But the nation is rising—economically, structurally, confidently. Growth averaging 4% in Trump's first year is no accident. It's leadership. The media, corrupt, hypocritical, ideologically driven, pretends none of this is happening. They distort, they smear, and they distract, but the American people see through it. That's why the left keeps losing support. Reality has a way of breaking through the noise. If any of Trump's accomplishments have touched your life, your family, your wallet, your safety—then this is your moment. This is your year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices