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In this episode of the Coach Doctor Podcast, I speak with Steven Webster. Steven is a lifelong entrepreneur, technologist, martial artist and coach, and the CEO & Founder of ASENSEI, a technology that uses motion capture and human movement recognition software to power personalized health and fitness experiences. He holds a 4th degree black belt and two 2nd degree black belts in Ju Jitsu and Karate and is one of the most successful sports coaches in British University Sport. He captained and then coached Edinburgh University Karate Club to 10 consecutive national championship prior to moving to California in 2009. Whilst coaching, Steven has also worked for some of the leading tech industries including Microsoft and Adobe before starting Asensei in 2014. In a nutshell Asensei has created Movement Recognition and Coaching Intelligence technology that is powered by human movement recognition. His goal is to blend his deep coaching knowledge with his technological expertise to create connected health and fitness experiences that empower people to achieve their personal best.Website: asensei.aiSocial MediaLinkedIn: AsenseiYoutube: @asenseiInstagram: @asensei_rowingFacebook: @asenseiTo see Asensei in action check out the following videos:Rowing VideoTraining VideoYoga VideoAdditional Reading:Leveraging machine learning to repetitions in reserve estimates during resistance trainingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-coach-doctor-podcast--5032805/support.

Unicode revela ocho nuevos emoji que llegarán a teléfonos y chats mediante la próxima actualización global.  Por Félix Riaño @LocutorCo      Celebramos el Día Mundial del Emoji con un adelanto: trombón, cofre del tesoro, cara distorsionada, criatura peluda, nube de pelea, corazón de manzana, orca y bailarinas llegan pronto a tu teclado.  Las caritas amarillas han tenido un viaje alucinante, desde los pagers noventeros hasta los teléfonos plegables de hoy. El diecisiete de julio, Día Mundial del Emoji, el Consorcio Unicode presentó las ocho figuras que van a refrescar nuestros mensajes en 2026: un trombón que toca sin sonido, un cofre del tesoro digno de “One Piece”, una cara distorsionada ideal para mostrar bochorno, una criatura peluda que evoca a Bigfoot, una nube de pelea sacada de las viñetas, el corazón mordido de una manzana, una orca saltarina y un par de bailarinas en puntas. ¿Sabías que cualquier fan puede proponer nuevos símbolos? Te voy a contar cómo se decide quién se cuela en el teclado y quién queda en borrador, ¿te quedas para descubrirlo?  Nuevo emoji, nueva historia, todavía falta el paso final clave  Imagina abrir tu chat favorito en marzo de dos mil veintiséis y encontrar el pequeño trombón listo para musicalizar tu chiste malo. Detrás de ese icono hay un proceso de once pasos que empieza mucho antes de que pulses enviar. Primero surge la idea: puede nacer en una conversación, en un tuit o en una lista de deseos de fanáticos. Luego alguien redacta una propuesta oficial, documenta la relevancia cultural, muestra bocetos y hasta explica escalas de piel si corresponde. Los voluntarios del subcomité Emoji del Consorcio Unicode revisan criterios de compatibilidad, uso esperado y singularidad. Si todo encaja, el símbolo se somete a votación en la reunión trimestral. Después vienen meses de pruebas técnicas para garantizar que el código funcione igual en Android, iOS, Windows y más. Al final, el estándar se publica y los artistas de cada empresa redibujan el pictograma con su propio estilo.  En teoría, el sistema luce transparente, pero la práctica presenta obstáculos curiosos. Para empezar, las propuestas deben demostrar un nivel de uso potencial comparable al de símbolos existentes, lo que deja fuera referencias muy locales. El comité también vigila que la lista no crezca sin control porque cada carácter adicional ocupa memoria en dispositivos antiguos. A eso se suma la accesibilidad: cada emoji necesita nombre, etiqueta de voz y descripción compatible con lectores de pantalla, garantizando inclusión real. Además, hay batallas de propiedad intelectual; llamar «Bigfoot» a la criatura peluda implicaría marcas registradas, por eso se escoge un título neutral. Las discusiones se encienden cuando la imagen roza estereotipos culturales o temas políticos. ¿Cuántas banderas regionales son suficientes? A veces, las compañías agregan stickers generados por IA para saltarse la espera, pero eso fragmenta la experiencia porque tu chiste puede aparecer como cuadro vacío en el móvil de tu abuela.  El camino hacia el teclado no termina con la aprobación de Unicode. Una vez publicado el estándar 17 el nueve de septiembre de dos mil veinticinco, cada empresa ajusta sus calendarios. Apple suele tardar entre seis y ocho meses; los rumores señalan que el paquete aparecerá en iOS 26.4, alrededor de la primavera boreal de dos mil veintiséis. Google integrará los gráficos en una actualización progresiva de Android, y las redes sociales como WhatsApp o X adoptarán sus propios diseños casi al mismo tiempo. Durante ese lapso, Emojipedia actualizará sus páginas y las favoritas empezarán a viralizarse. Ya hay apuestas: la cara distorsionada pinta para convertirse en el nuevo meme de frustración, mientras los músicos confían en que el trombón protagonizará la fanfarria de cada ascenso personal. Los gamers planean usar la nube de pelea para narrar partidas de Smash, y la orca promete ser la reina de los hilos sobre conservación marina. Cuando por fin pulses esa criatura peluda, piensa en los miles de voluntarios que la hicieron posible.  El Consorcio Unicode nació en 1991 y hoy reúne a gigantes como Apple, Google, Microsoft, Meta y Adobe, además de universidades y gobiernos. Su misión principal es asegurar que cualquier texto, sea latín, árabe o emoji, se vea igual en todas partes. Cada adopción de carácter cuesta dinero, por eso existe el programa Adopt-a-Character: con donaciones desde 100 dólares o 90 euros recibes un certificado digital para presumir tu símbolo favorito. Entre los padrinos figuran museos, bibliotecas y hasta grupos de K-pop que patrocinan el corazón morado. La historia de los emoji empezó con Shigetaka Kurita en NTT DoCoMo, y el catálogo pasó de 176 figuras a casi 4 000. Algunos pictogramas han cambiado con la cultura: el revólver se transformó en pistola de agua y el disquete pronto sumará un guiño nostálgico. Las encuestas muestran que el corazón rojo, la carita con lágrimas de risa y el fuego dominan el podio, aunque el ranking rota cada mes según temporadas y memes virales.  En resumen, ocho nuevos emoji están en la fila de salida: trombón, cofre, cara distorsionada, criatura peluda, nube de pelea, corazón de manzana, orca y bailarinas. Para verlos vamos a esperar hasta dos mil veintiséis, pero desde ya podemos proponer, adoptar y soñar con el próximo icono que cuente historias universales. Escucha y comenta más en Flash Diario,  Unicode adelanta ocho emoji: Bigfoot, orca, trombón, cofre, nube de pelea, cara distorsionada, bailarinas y corazón de manzana, disponibles 2026.  BibliografíaUnicode Consortium BlogMacStoriesMacRumorsLifehacker9to5MacEngadgetThe VergeCNETConviértete en un seguidor de este podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/flash-diario-de-el-siglo-21-es-hoy--5835407/support.

Episode 131: In this episode of Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast we're covering Christmas in July with several banger articles from Searchlight Cyber, as well as covering things like Raycast for Windows, Third-Person prompting, and touch on the recent McDonalds LeakFollow us on twitter at: https://x.com/ctbbpodcastGot any ideas and suggestions? Feel free to send us any feedback here: info@criticalthinkingpodcast.ioShoutout to YTCracker for the awesome intro music!====== Links ======Follow your hosts Rhynorater and Rez0 on Twitter: https://x.com/Rhynoraterhttps://x.com/rez0__====== Ways to Support CTBBPodcast ======Hop on the CTBB Discord at https://ctbb.show/discord!We also do Discord subs at $25, $10, and $5 - premium subscribers get access to private masterclasses, exploits, tools, scripts, un-redacted bug reports, etc.You can also find some hacker swag at https://ctbb.show/merch!Today's Sponsor is Adobe. Use code CTBBP0907 in your first report on Adobe Behance, Portfolio, Fonts or Acrobat Web, and earn a one-time 10% bonus reward!====== Resources ======v1 Instance Metadata Service protections bypassWould you like an IDOR with that? Leaking 64 million McDonald's job applicationsHow we got persistent XSS on every AEM cloud site, thriceGoogle docs now supports export as markdownAbusing Windows, .NET quirks, and Unicode Normalization to exploit DNN (DotNetNuke)How I Scanned all of GitHub's “Oops Commits” for Leaked SecretsBug bounty, feedback, strategy and alchemy====== Timestamps ======(00:00:00) Introduction(00:05:39) Metadata Service protections bypass & Mcdonalds Leak(00:12:30) Christmas in July with Searchlight Cyber Pt 1(00:19:43) Export as Markdown, Raycast for Windows, & Third-Person prompting(00:23:56) Christmas in July with Searchlight Cyber Pt 2(00:27:39) GitHub's “Oops Commits” for Leaked Secrets(00:36:53) Bug bounty, feedback, strategy and alchemy

Adobe's Vice President of Marketing and Communications and Chief Communications Officer, Stacy Martinet, speaks with Barbara Kahn and Americus Reed about the company's transformation from its PDF roots to a global leader in creativity and digital experience solutions, offering insight into Adobe's strategic reinvention, generative AI integration, and data-driven consumer behavior research like its latest findings on Prime Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Que Bola Podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the Ortiz family, Oscar and Cat, who have made a name for themselves in the world of content creation. We kicked off the conversation by diving into the meaning behind their name, "Ortiz Family 275," which represents their wedding date and the five members of their family. It was fascinating to learn that both Oscar and Cat hail from Texas but moved to Florida at a young age, leading to their unique blend of cultural influences. As we explored their journey, they shared how they began creating content during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Initially, Cat was encouraged by a cousin to start a TikTok account, and after posting a video with Oscar that went viral, they decided to focus on couple-oriented comedic skits. Their content has since evolved, and they now boast an impressive following of 2.5 million on TikTok and nearly 700,000 on Instagram. We discussed the differences between Miami and Broward County, highlighting the distinct cultures and flavors of each area. Oscar and Cat expressed their love for local support and the challenges of gaining recognition in a city like Miami, where competition and skepticism can be high. They also touched on the importance of staying true to their comedic style while navigating the ever-changing landscape of social media algorithms. Throughout our conversation, we delved into the intricacies of content creation, including the balance of scripting versus spontaneity in their videos. They shared how they often capture genuine moments from their daily lives, which resonate with their audience. The couple also opened up about the challenges of working together as both partners in life and in business, emphasizing the importance of communication and understanding in their relationship. One of the highlights of the episode was when Cat recounted a recent milestone: being invited to a significant Netflix event in California. This opportunity marked a turning point in their journey, showcasing the growth and recognition they have achieved in the industry. They also discussed the role of their manager in helping them navigate brand partnerships and the complexities of working with companies. As we wrapped up the episode, Oscar and Cat offered valuable insights for aspiring content creators, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, resilience, and the willingness to adapt in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Their story is a testament to the power of creativity and collaboration, and I left the conversation feeling inspired by their journey and the bright future ahead for the Ortiz family.

Adobe's Vice President of Marketing and Communications and Chief Communications Officer, Stacy Martinet, speaks with Barbara Kahn and Americus Reed about the company's transformation from its PDF roots to a global leader in creativity and digital experience solutions, offering insight into Adobe's strategic reinvention, generative AI integration, and data-driven consumer behavior research like its latest findings on Prime Day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Deze aflevering is ermee gemaakt en de films die je kijkt en de advertentieposters die je op straat ziet waarschijnlijk ook: software van Adobe! In deze aflevering van Doorgelicht richten journalist Nina van den Dungen en analist Jim Tehupuring de schijnwerper op de grootste creatieve softwarebouwer ter wereld, zodat jij als belegger kan bepalen wat een Adobe-aandeel nou écht waard is! Wil je graag dat Nina en Jim andere bedrijven Doorlichten of wil je iets anders kwijt over Doorgelicht? Mail ons dan via Doorgelicht@bnr.nl Over Doorgelicht In Doorgelicht richten Nina van den Dungen en Jim Tehupuring de schijnwerper op de bedrijven achter je favoriete aandelen zodat jij als belegger kan bepalen wat ze nou écht waard zijn. De presentatoren Nina van den Dungen is journalist en presentatrice bij BNR Nieuwsradio. Als echte verhalenverteller vertelt ze je alles over de ontstaansgeschiedenis van bedrijven. Jim Tehupuring is analist en vermogensbeheerder bij 1Vermogensbeheer. Met een flink dossier aan kennis en jarenlange ervaring in de financiële wereld, analyseert hij bedrijven in begrijpelijke taal. Disclaimer De inhoud van Doorgelicht is geen financieel advies. Beleg altijd op basis van je eigen overwegingen en onderzoek. Redactie en montage Niels KooloosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deze aflevering is ermee gemaakt en de films die je kijkt en de advertentieposters die je op straat ziet waarschijnlijk ook: software van Adobe! In deze aflevering van Doorgelicht richten journalist Nina van den Dungen en analist Jim Tehupuring de schijnwerper op de grootste creatieve softwarebouwer ter wereld, zodat jij als belegger kan bepalen wat een Adobe-aandeel nou écht waard is!

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Today I am starting a 12 week series where I chat about all things small business, behind the scenes and answer questions that have been sent in by you the listeners.  This first episode is a deep dive into the story of how I came to partner with Adobe. It's a behind the scenes look at the ins and outs of being an Adobe Express ambassador and the path that it has led me down in growing my business, broadening my experience and raising my profile as a designer.   Key Takeaways: You never know who's watching: exciting opportunities can happen at anytime in your business   Episode Highlights: 1:25: How I started with Adobe 3:34: What it's like being an Adobe Express Ambassador 5:13: My shift and growth within Adobe 5:45: BTS with Adobe Live 8:10: How I have benefited from working at Adobe 11:40: What it was like speaking at Adobe Max 13:12: How working with Adobe has changed my business plan 14:22: Restrictions of working with Adobe 16:46: Is working with Adobe intimidating? 18:29: The cons of working with Adobe   Mentioned in the episode: Adobe Express (aff link) Adobe Live Nikki McWilliams Apply to be an Adobe Express Ambassador I would love to hear what you think of this episode, so please do let me know on Instagram where I'm @‌lizmmosley or @‌buildingyourbrandpodcast and I hope you enjoy the episode! This episode was written, recorded and edited by me. If you enjoyed this episode please leave a 5* rating and review!

In this episode of Future Fuzz, Justin sits down with Stephen Upstone, Founder and CEO of LoopMe, a pioneer in mobile video advertising and AI-powered brand performance. With over two decades of experience, Stephen discusses how mobile video is outperforming TV advertising, the power of mid-funnel metrics, and the transformative role of AI in ad tech. From his early days selling an AI company to Adobe to LoopMe's recent acquisition of Chartboost, Stephen shares actionable insights on real-time measurement, survey-based audience targeting, and the future of brand advertising in a mobile-first world.Guest BioStephen Upstone is the Founder and CEO of LoopMe, a mobile ad tech company revolutionizing brand advertising through AI optimization and real-time survey data. With two successful exits and one IPO under his belt, Stephen has spent over 20 years at the intersection of AI, mobile, and advertising. He was previously on the board of TouchClarity, an AI business acquired by Adobe, and continues to push innovation at LoopMe, whose platform processes over 300 million surveys annually and integrates across 30,000 mobile apps. Under Stephen's leadership, LoopMe has scaled globally and recently acquired Chartboost to expand its end-to-end mobile capabilities.TakeawaysMobile video now rivals and can outperform traditional TV advertising.Mid-funnel optimization is key: actions like brand consideration are more measurable and actionable than ever.LoopMe runs 300M+ real-time surveys a year, enabling powerful, forward-looking audience insights.AI is not just hype—true computational AI drives massive efficiency in ad performance.Creative still matters: AI may generate concepts, but human editors remain vital for quality.The ad tech winners are those who embedded AI early and use it across media, measurement, and optimization.Chapters 00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Stephen Upstone 01:05 Why Results Matter More Than Setup 02:15 How Mobile Video Can Beat TV 04:03 The Shift to Mid-Funnel Metrics 05:26 Why TV Metrics Are Outdated 07:15 LoopMe's End-to-End Stack and Tech Partners 09:28 Real-Time Surveys vs. Panels 12:53 Stephen's First AI Company and Adobe Exit 14:59 Real Use of AI vs. Hype 17:28 The Future of Generative AI in Creative 22:39 Market Outlook: Green Shoots & Challenges 25:39 Why Brand Advertising During Downturns Matters 27:00 Acquiring Chartboost & Expansion Plans 29:12 Audio, Influencer Marketing, and What's Next 30:23 Closing RemarksLinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Stephen on LinkedIn here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Justin on LinkedIn here

In dieser Folge spricht Host Samuel Stötzner mit dem dotSource Commerce Experten Martin Heidenreich über das neue Shopsystem von Adobe. Dabei geht es nicht nur um die Vorteile von »Adobe Commerce as a Cloud Service«, sondern auch um die Frage, wie es mit den On-Premises-Systemen weitergeht. Welcher strategische Kurswechsel steckt hinter dem dem neuen Produkt? Für wen ist und bleibt Adobe als Shopsystem interessant? Und wann zieht Adobe dem Monolithen endgültig den Stecker?

Great marketing doesn't start with a message; it starts with a mindset shift. If you want to make people feel something, you need more than a clever campaign. You need a story that invites them in and reflects something true.That's the magic of the “Assume That I Can” campaign, where simplicity meets significance, and storytelling sparks real cultural shift. In this episode, we unpack the power of that message with the help of our special guest, Mike Barton, VP of Corporate Communications and Content Marketing at AudioEye.Together, we explore what B2B marketers can learn from building accessible experiences, confronting audience assumptions, and crafting stories that create real connection.About our guest, Mike BartonMike is a marketing and communications leader dedicated to making the internet more accessible for all. As Vice President of Corporate Communication & Content Marketing at AudioEye, Mike leads marketing strategy, driving awareness and demand through blogs, social media, PR, video, and digital storytelling. Previously, at Adobe, he shaped content and executive messaging across Experience Cloud, Creative Cloud enterprise, and Document Cloud. With deep expertise in customer engagement and industry-specific storytelling, Mike excels at aligning business objectives with audience needs—crafting compelling narratives that resonate with C-suite leaders, end users, and decision-makers across industries.What B2B Companies Can Learn From “Assume That I Can” campaign:Start with the barrier, not the message. Before you talk about your product, talk about what's standing in the way. The best campaigns don't lead with features; they lead with mindset shifts. “If your audience already believed what you want them to believe, they'd be acting on it,” Mike explains. “What's the belief barrier that we need to identify and then either bring it down or address it?” Identify the roadblock first. Then your message has somewhere to go.Simplicity scales. Forget the fluff. The most effective campaigns are clear, precise, and emotionally resonant. Mike says, “The best ideas don't need paragraphs, they just need precision.” That's what made the “Assume That I Can” campaign so powerful: four words packed with meaning. Make your message easy to share and impossible to forget.Build stories people can see themselves in. If your marketing is talking at people, you've already lost them. Great content invites the audience into the story. Mike explains, “Connection and empathy really manifest when the person you're talking to sees themself in the story.” Whether it's about accessibility or enterprise software, lead with humanity. That's what makes people care.Quote*“ Data informs, but emotion transforms. And it's not that these are two mutually exclusive delivery mechanisms…it's really bringing data and emotion together. And as we saw in the “Assume That I Can” campaign, it was through the voice of somebody who had Down Syndrome. So we're constantly bringing in blind people or deaf people, or people who have mobility issues and letting them tell their story.”Time Stamps[0:55] Meet Mike Barton, VP, Corporate Communication & Content Marketing at AudioEye[01:13] Why the 'Assume That I Can' Campaign?[03:04] Mike's Role at Audio Eye[07:23] Breaking Down the 'Assume That I Can' Campaign[11:33] How to Make Your Content Accessible[15:13] B2B Marketing Takeaways from the Campaign[29:44] Addressing Belief Barriers in Marketing[31:58] Connecting Through Empathy and Storytelling[33:09] Marketing Strategy at Audio Eye[35:09] The Importance of Accessibility in Digital Experiences[36:02] Combining Data and Emotion for Impact[46:00] Final Thoughts and TakeawaysLinksConnect with Mike on LinkedInLearn more about AudioEyeAbout Remarkable!Remarkable! is created by the team at Caspian Studios, the premier B2B Podcast-as-a-Service company. Caspian creates both nonfiction and fiction series for B2B companies. If you want a fiction series check out our new offering - The Business Thriller - Hollywood style storytelling for B2B. Learn more at CaspianStudios.com. In today's episode, you heard from Ian Faison (CEO of Caspian Studios) and Meredith Gooderham (Head of Production). Remarkable was produced this week by Jess Avellino, mixed by Scott Goodrich, and our theme song is “Solomon” by FALAK. Create something remarkable. Rise above the noise.

Can you be too nice to lead?In this episode, Michael Leibovich, GM and Head of Growth at Adobe, shares the career pivots, personal awakenings, and leadership lessons that shaped his unconventional journey from touring musician to executive. Michael opens up about getting fired, receiving feedback that questioned his approach to leadership, and learning how to balance empathy with outcomes. From scaling growth teams at Vimeo, Mindbody, AppFolio, and Abstract to navigating the emotional weight of letting someone go, Michael brings clarity to the messy, human side of leadership.We explore how feedback becomes identity-shaping, what it means to truly “drive clarity” in a role, and why building a career is more about learning from missteps than chasing perfection.In this conversation, you'll learn:Why “you're too nice” was the critique that stuck—and how Michael worked through itThe surprising lesson a failed VP stint taught him about agency and self-worthA simple question that brings clarity to tough calls as a managerThings to listen for:(00:00) Intro(01:24) Growing up in an artistic blue-collar SoCal home(02:30) First jobs and career aspirations(04:29) Journey into music and touring(05:44) Transitioning to tech and SaaS(07:24) How being in a band helped in learning business(11:02) Thank you to our sponsor, ThriveStack(12:20) Being too nice as a leader and finding a balance(21:27) Paying impactful feedback forward(23:38) Navigating imposter syndrome(26:46) Leadership challenges and job insecurity(29:27) Reflecting on career transitions(31:45) A costly mistake and learning experience(36:17) Managing team dynamics as a leader(44:42) A useful shift in perspective(46:46) Driving clarity and embracing intuitionA huge thanks to this episode's sponsor:ThriveStack: Measure Growth. Find Drivers. Fix Leaks. https://www.thrivestack.ai/Resources:Connect with Michael:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelleibovich/ Adobe: https://www.adobe.com Connect with Andrew:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewcapland/ Substack: https://media.deliveringvalue.coHire Andrew as your coach: https://deliveringvalue.co/coaching

01:00:45 – 01:07:03UN-Backed One-World Climate Religion and Indoctrination in SchoolsCoverage details a global initiative to unite religions under environmentalism, replacing Judeo-Christian morality with “common values” aligned to Agenda 2030. Education systems, the Vatican, and the UN are identified as key actors in promoting this shift, with critiques of figures like Pope Francis and references to occultist influences on global spirituality. 01:21:14 – 01:29:28Homeschooling Crackdown and Christian Persecution in ChinaA deep dive into illegal homeschooling under China's communist regime, highlighting a pastor's defiance in educating his children biblically and the risks parents face, including imprisonment and loss of educational access. The narrative contrasts this with U.S. leniency and warns about potential future parallels. 02:07:33 – 02:14:5622 States Support Lawsuit Against School Over Gender Transition Without Parental ConsentA New Jersey father sues after his daughter is socially transitioned by school staff without his knowledge. The case raises questions about state overreach, parental rights, and the ideology embedded in public education, prompting a national coalition of states to intervene. 02:54:24 – 02:55:27Metadata Comparison to Obama's Birth Certificate Sparks Broader DistrustAnalysis of the Epstein footage metadata triggers comparisons to the Obama birth certificate controversy, where layered files were also detected. Critics suggest this pattern of digital tampering exposes a long-standing culture of government deceit and misuse of Adobe tools to fabricate documents. 03:01:38 – 03:04:21Trump Reverses on Epstein Files, Blames Political EnemiesTrump dismisses the Epstein files as fabricated by Democrats, despite having campaigned on releasing them. The narrative is described as a “mutual destruction” scenario implicating both parties, and his sudden shift is portrayed as preemptive damage control amid growing MAGA backlash. 03:06:51 – 03:08:09Epstein-Mossad Theory Reemerges Amid Trump Loyalty CriticismA claim resurfaces that Epstein worked for Israeli intelligence and acquired blackmail material on Trump. The connection is tied to Israeli elites like Ehud Barak and Les Wexner, with allegations that these ties explain Trump's consistent alignment with Israeli interests. 03:39:42 – 03:42:14Charges Dropped Against COVID Vaccine Skeptic Dr. Kirk MooreAttorney General Pam Bondi orders charges dismissed against Dr. Kirk Moore, who was accused of issuing fake COVID vaccine cards and destroying doses. The move is portrayed as a political concession to the MAGA base, with criticism of the government's original crackdown and praise for Moore's resistance to mandates. 03:56:19 – 03:57:09Push to Remove Vaccine Liability Protections and Enable LawsuitsAdvocates urge lawmakers to revoke immunity protections for vaccine makers and reclassify mRNA injections as gene-altering. The segment calls for retroactive lawsuits, arguing that only direct legal consequences will halt corporate harm. 03:57:47 – 03:58:32COVID Measures Blamed for More Harm Than Virus ItselfClaims are made that the "cure"—vaccines, ventilators, and Remdesivir—caused more deaths than COVID. The PCR test is mocked as unreliable, and the segment portrays pandemic policy as a coordinated scam by the healthcare system. Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHTFind out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

01:00:45 – 01:07:03UN-Backed One-World Climate Religion and Indoctrination in SchoolsCoverage details a global initiative to unite religions under environmentalism, replacing Judeo-Christian morality with “common values” aligned to Agenda 2030. Education systems, the Vatican, and the UN are identified as key actors in promoting this shift, with critiques of figures like Pope Francis and references to occultist influences on global spirituality. 01:21:14 – 01:29:28Homeschooling Crackdown and Christian Persecution in ChinaA deep dive into illegal homeschooling under China's communist regime, highlighting a pastor's defiance in educating his children biblically and the risks parents face, including imprisonment and loss of educational access. The narrative contrasts this with U.S. leniency and warns about potential future parallels. 02:07:33 – 02:14:5622 States Support Lawsuit Against School Over Gender Transition Without Parental ConsentA New Jersey father sues after his daughter is socially transitioned by school staff without his knowledge. The case raises questions about state overreach, parental rights, and the ideology embedded in public education, prompting a national coalition of states to intervene. 02:54:24 – 02:55:27Metadata Comparison to Obama's Birth Certificate Sparks Broader DistrustAnalysis of the Epstein footage metadata triggers comparisons to the Obama birth certificate controversy, where layered files were also detected. Critics suggest this pattern of digital tampering exposes a long-standing culture of government deceit and misuse of Adobe tools to fabricate documents. 03:01:38 – 03:04:21Trump Reverses on Epstein Files, Blames Political EnemiesTrump dismisses the Epstein files as fabricated by Democrats, despite having campaigned on releasing them. The narrative is described as a “mutual destruction” scenario implicating both parties, and his sudden shift is portrayed as preemptive damage control amid growing MAGA backlash. 03:06:51 – 03:08:09Epstein-Mossad Theory Reemerges Amid Trump Loyalty CriticismA claim resurfaces that Epstein worked for Israeli intelligence and acquired blackmail material on Trump. The connection is tied to Israeli elites like Ehud Barak and Les Wexner, with allegations that these ties explain Trump's consistent alignment with Israeli interests. 03:39:42 – 03:42:14Charges Dropped Against COVID Vaccine Skeptic Dr. Kirk MooreAttorney General Pam Bondi orders charges dismissed against Dr. Kirk Moore, who was accused of issuing fake COVID vaccine cards and destroying doses. The move is portrayed as a political concession to the MAGA base, with criticism of the government's original crackdown and praise for Moore's resistance to mandates. 03:56:19 – 03:57:09Push to Remove Vaccine Liability Protections and Enable LawsuitsAdvocates urge lawmakers to revoke immunity protections for vaccine makers and reclassify mRNA injections as gene-altering. The segment calls for retroactive lawsuits, arguing that only direct legal consequences will halt corporate harm. 03:57:47 – 03:58:32COVID Measures Blamed for More Harm Than Virus ItselfClaims are made that the "cure"—vaccines, ventilators, and Remdesivir—caused more deaths than COVID. The PCR test is mocked as unreliable, and the segment portrays pandemic policy as a coordinated scam by the healthcare system. Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHTFind out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

Summer phone season kicks off with Samsung's latest launch. Jake, Vee, and Allison talk about Samsung's new lineup of foldables, including the very thin new Z Fold 7 and Allison's disdain for the Z Flip 7 FE. Vee has impressions of Samsung's new Galaxy Watch 8 lineup and its squircle-y new redesign. Then, it's time to talk Big Tech shakeups. Apple's COO is leaving, Zuckerberg is buying himself an AI dream team, X's CEO is out — and its chatbot Grok is on a rampage. Finally, big things are in store for the Lightning Round… which shall henceforth be known as the THUNDER ROUND. Lots to talk about, including Lorde's CD problems, Apple's Liquid Glass changes, and HBO Max finally becoming HBO Max again. Further reading: Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025: Everything announced at the July event Galaxy Z Fold 7 hands-on: Samsung finally made the foldables we've been asking for  Samsung cuts price of its foldables with the Z Flip 7 FE Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 series hands-on: squircle squad Samsung seems to have leaked its own trifold phone design Samsung says its trifold phone should launch ‘this year' Samsung snuck a trifold tease into (January) Unpacked One of Tim Cook's possible successors is leaving Apple Sabih Khan Apple's design team will report to Tim Cook A close look at who could succeed Tim Cook Mark Zuckerberg announces his AI ‘superintelligence' super-group Meta is paying $14 billion to catch up in the AI race Meta's ‘superintelligence' hiring spree adds an AI leader from Apple Pay packages of up to $300 million over four years Meta is trying to win the AI race with money — but not everyone can be bought X CEO Linda Yaccarino is stepping down after two years X's CEO is out after failing at basically everything she claimed she wanted Threads is catching up to X on mobile X has a new head of product Elon Musk's xAI buys Elon Musk's X for $33 billion on paper xAI updated Grok to be more ‘politically incorrect' Grok stops posting text after flood of antisemitism and Hitler praise “In other posts it referred to itself as “MechaHitler”. Musk makes grand promises about Grok 4 in the wake of a Nazi chatbot meltdown Adobe's new camera app is making me rethink phone photography Ikea's latest speaker lamp ditches Sonos for Spotify and inexpensive Bluetooth Ikea ditches Zigbee for Thread going all in on Matter smart homes Perplexity launches Comet web browser OpenAI's next big launch could be an AI web browser E Ink is turning the laptop touchpad into an e-reader for AI apps Lorde's new CD is so transparent that stereos can't even read it I tried playing Lorde's new CD Appeals court strikes down ‘click-to-cancel' rule Nothing's ‘first true flagship' phone plays it a little safe Adding calendar events with a screenshot is AI at its finest The government's Apple antitrust lawsuit is still on Apple just added more frost to its Liquid Glass design Apple's second-generation Vision Pro might launch this year Nvidia briefly became the first $4 trillion company on Wednesday The makers of Cameo just launched... a birthday-tracking app? Nintendo is ending its cost-saving Switch game vouchers HBO Max is officially HBO Max again Email us at vergecast@theverge.com or call us at 866-VERGE11, we love hearing from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, it's a Scratch special. Fresh off The Croissette at Cannes 2025, Baby Eric and Baby Jenna join us to share their key takeaways from the most talked-about event in all of marketing and advertising. As yes, we said Baby Eric and Baby Jenna. All courtesy of AI of course.But do expect serious, insightful, sometimes rogue insight and opinions as usual from the Rival team all about what CMOs need to know from Cannes this year. What better way to discuss a major marketing event than in the shape of little babies, and we are emptying our diapers on the following: The death of the big 6AI reshaping the industry… or is it?How Gen Z all hate their phones, and experiential is the new digitalAnd much much more. In the words of Baby-Eric: Burp your CMO and let's talk takeaways because baby, we've got thoughts!  Scratch is a production of Rival, a marketing innovation consultancy that develops strategies and capabilities that help businesses grow faster. Past guests include CMOs from Mastercard, GE, Shell, Hyperloop, Adobe, PepsiCo, and Papa Johns.If you're interested in learning more about marketing from successful CMOs, we compiled a list of the top 5 CMO podcasts to listen to in 2024; check it out here

Episode SummaryIn this episode of OnBase, host Chris Moody sits down with Mark Boothe to explore how AI agents are reshaping the future of marketing. Mark brings candid insights from his tenure at Domo, diving into the transformative potential of agentic workflows, the necessity of AI readiness, and how marketers can navigate both disruption and opportunity.Mark shares practical advice on leveraging agents as "tireless teammates" for joyless, repetitive tasks, enhancing competitive intelligence, scaling content creation, and making smarter, faster decisions across go-to-market functions. He also reflects on challenges CMOs face today—from attribution complexity to shifting SEO dynamics—and explains why waiting to adopt AI is the riskiest move of all.This conversation is a must-listen for B2B marketers, CMOs, and business leaders looking to scale with purpose and intelligence in the age of autonomous agents.Key TakeawaysAI Agents Are Here—and You're Already Late  Mark emphasizes that CMOs can no longer afford to delay AI adoption. Organizations that do not actively experiment with agents risk falling irreparably behind in terms of go-to-market maturity and innovation.Tireless Teammates, Not Job Takers  AI agents are best positioned to automate the joyless, manual tasks humans hate. With proper training and data, they can deliver superhuman memory, adaptability, and task execution across industries.Data Readiness Is Make or Break  The phrase "garbage in, garbage out" rings true—Mark stresses that AI without structured, contextualized, and governed data is not just ineffective, but dangerous.Align AI with Enterprise Goals  AI efforts must be anchored in clear business priorities, not shiny objects. Mark warns against focusing solely on vanity metrics and stresses the importance of tying every initiative back to pipeline, revenue, and customer value.Don't Just Automate—Adapt  Traditional automation is static. AI agents enable adaptability—responding to market shifts, customer signals, and business changes in real-time with minimal human input.Quotes“AI agents should make you way smarter, faster, and more adaptable—if you're aligned with the right goals.”Resource recommendations⁠Jasper⁠ – For scalable content generation.⁠Domo⁠ – For real-time marketing analytics and agent orchestration.Resource recommendationsBooks:⁠How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie⁠ – Timeless lessons in people-first leadership.⁠Dare to Lead by Brené Brown⁠ – Currently being read by Mark's team book club for fostering courageous leadership.⁠Patrick Lencioni's books⁠ – Especially on team dynamics and healthy conflict.B2B Leaders to follow⁠Denise Persson⁠, CMO of Snowflake, for leading high-impact B2B marketing.About the GuestMark brings over 15 years of diverse marketing experience and is passionate about driving Domo's business growth through marketing initiatives. His mission is to empower all Domo customers and prospects with the insights and tools they need to make better business decisions and achieve their goals. In his previous role as VP of Community, Partner, and Field Marketing, Mark and his teams established new and strengthened existing programs to address customer pain points and create a greater sense of community. They also executed campaigns, programs and events that showcase the value of the Domo platform.Before joining Domo, Mark spent more than 10 years working in customer relations and marketing at Adobe and worked at Instructure as its senior director of customer marketing. He received his MBA from Utah State University and a bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University. Outside of work, Mark enjoys spending time with his family and traveling. ⁠Connect with Mark.⁠

Setting up Your Own Certificate Authority for Development: Why and How. Some tips on setting up your own internal certificate authority using the smallstep CA. https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Setting%20up%20Your%20Own%20Certificate%20Authority%20for%20Development%3A%20Why%20and%20How./32092 Animation-Driven Tapjacking on Android Attackers can use a click-jacking like trick to trick victims into clicking on animated transparent dialogs opened from other applications. https://taptrap.click/usenix25_taptrap_paper.pdf Adobe Patches Adobe patched 13 different products yesterday. Most concerning are vulnerabilities in Coldfusion that include code execution and arbitrary file disclosure vulnerabilities. https://helpx.adobe.com/security/security-bulletin.html

Welcome to the What's Next! Podcast with Tiffani Bova.    This week, we hear from Steve Lucas. Steve is a seasoned executive with nearly 30 years of experience in enterprise software leadership. As the CEO of Boomi, he spearheads efforts to connect the world through a transformative technology platform. Previously, he was the CEO of Marketo and iCIMS. At Marketo, he transformed the company's sales, marketing, and product strategies, culminating in its 2018 acquisition by Adobe. At iCIMS, he introduced the Talent Cloud, enabling 40% of the Fortune 100 to hire millions of employees annually. Earlier roles included senior executive positions at Adobe, SAP, Salesforce, and BusinessObjects.    THIS EPISODE IS PERFECT FOR…business leaders navigating digital transformation, especially those eager to understand how AI will reshape organizations.   TODAY'S MAIN MESSAGE…it's easy to get swept up in the hype around AI, but what does transformation actually look like in practice? Steve explores the dramatic shift AI is bringing to enterprise software, from the rise of AI agents to the decline of traditional user interfaces. He shares how businesses can prepare for an agentic future where success will depend on collaboration between humans and AI.   KEY TAKEAWAYS: Human resistance to change is often about trust and not capability AI won't replace humans but augment them (if we allow it) Leaders should focus less on tools and more on the business outcomes they unlock   WHAT I LOVE MOST…Steve's reminder that in a world full of hype and disruption, trust is still the currency that matters most. No matter how powerful AI becomes, if people don't trust it or the companies using it, it won't deliver value.   Running Time: 28:44    Subscribe on iTunes     Find Tiffani Online: LinkedIn Facebook X    Find Steve Online: LinkedIn   Steve's Book: Digital Impact: The Human Element of AI-Driven Transformation  

SaaStr 810: AI and the Bottom Line, How Canva Turns Freemium into Conversions with Canva's CCO Rob Giglio Join John Gleason, founder and managing partner at Success Venture Partners, as he interviews Rob Giglio, Chief Customer Officer at Canva. Rob shares his extensive experience leading customer success, sales, and go-to-market functions at top companies like HubSpot, DocuSign, and Adobe. In this episode, Rob delves into his strategic approach to scaling Canva's enterprise business while maintaining the company's unique customer-centric culture. He also discusses the integration of AI to enhance customer experiences and how value-driven customer journeys underpin Canva's growth. Perfect for aspiring CCOs and anyone interested in the intersection of customer success and sales.   00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:29 Rob's Role and Responsibilities at Canva 03:11 Career Journey and Mentorship 07:17 Building Enterprise at Canva 14:20 Customer-Centric Approach 21:42 AI Integration at Canva 24:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts     ---- This episode of the SaaStr podcast is sponsored by: get.tech The best .coms are taken or overpriced. So you settle on a workaround domain for your website. Don't compromise. Get a clean, sharp .tech domain that instantly says: this is a tech startup. Grab yours at get.tech/saastr or via domain registrars like GoDaddy. ---- Hey everybody, SaaStr AI's next stop takes us to London on December 2nd and 3rd! It's Christmas with SaaStr and 2,000 of the best SaaS and AI leaders.    The biggest names will be there. The best networking.    Early adopter tickets are selling faster than we expected. So don't wait. With only 5 months until the event, we expect this year's SaaStr London event to sell out to capacity.    Use my code jason20pod for exclusive savings. Get your tickets now at podcast.saastrlondon.com or use code jason20pod at checkout.   SaaStr AI London – where SaaS Meets AI in London. See you there.

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When you're heading up brand and creative for a global financial services powerhouse, complexity is part of the job. But what happens when you choose to meet that complexity with clarity and a human-first mindset? In this episode of The CMO Show, Bridget Esposito, VP and Head of Creative & Brand at Prudential, shares how she's helping a 150-year-old company stay relevant in a fast-moving, tech-driven world.   Her approach is grounded in storytelling and simplicity. But it's not just about the message, it's about the mechanics. Bridget's leadership style is all about thinking like a conductor, bringing together people, platforms and processes to create harmony across the business. Whether it's aligning cross-functional teams, engaging senior stakeholders or integrating new technologies, her focus is on unifying everyone around a shared goal.  Tune in to hear how Bridget navigates the challenges of scale, legacy and transformation and why embracing risk and building strong relationships are essential to modern marketing.    The CMO Show is produced by ImpactInstitute, in partnership with Adobe. www.impactinstitute.com.au | https://business.adobe.com/au

The 2025 generative AI image market is a trade-off between aesthetic quality, instruction-following, and user control. This episode analyzes the key platforms, comparing Midjourney's artistic output against the superior text generation and prompt adherence of GPT-4o and Imagen 4, the commercial safety of Adobe Firefly, and the total customization of Stable Diffusion. Links Notes and resources at ocdevel.com/mlg/mla-25 Try a walking desk - stay healthy & sharp while you learn & code Build the future of multi-agent software with AGNTCY. The State of the Market The market is split by three core philosophies: The "Artist" (Midjourney): Prioritizes aesthetic excellence and cinematic output, sacrificing precise user control and instruction following. The "Collaborator" (GPT-4o, Imagen 4): Extensions of LLMs that excel at conversational co-creation, complex instruction following, and integration into productivity workflows. The "Sovereign Toolkit" (Stable Diffusion): An open-source engine offering users unparalleled control, customization, and privacy in exchange for technical engagement. Table 1: 2025 Generative AI Image Tool At-a-Glance Comparison Tool Parent Company Access Method(s) Pricing Core Strength Best For Midjourney v7 Midjourney, Inc. Web App, Discord Subscription Artistic Aesthetics & Photorealism Fine Art, Concept Design, Stylized Visuals GPT-4o OpenAI ChatGPT, API Freemium/Sub Conversational Control & Instruction Following Marketing Materials, UI/UX Mockups, Logos Google Imagen 4 Google Gemini, Workspace, Vertex AI Freemium/Sub Ecosystem Integration & Speed Business Presentations, Educational Content Stable Diffusion 3 Stability AI Local Install, Web UIs, API Open Source Ultimate Customization & Control Developers, Power Users, Bespoke Workflows Adobe Firefly Adobe Creative Cloud Apps, Web App Subscription Commercial Safety & Workflow Integration Professional Designers, Agencies, Enterprise Core Platforms Midjourney v7: Premium choice for artistic quality. Features: Web UI with Draft Mode, user personalization, emerging video/3D. Weaknesses: Poor text generation, poor prompt adherence, public images on cheap plans, no API/bans automation. OpenAI GPT-4o: An intelligent co-creator for controlled generation. Features: Conversational refinement, superior text rendering, understands uploaded image context. Weaknesses: Slower than competitors, generates one image at a time, strict content filters. Google Imagen 4: Pragmatic tool focused on speed and ecosystem integration. Features: High-quality photorealism, fast generation, strong text rendering, multilingual. Weaknesses: Less artistic flair; value is dependent on Google ecosystem investment. Stable Diffusion 3: Open-source engine for maximum user control. Features: MMDiT architecture improves prompt/text handling, scalable models, vast ecosystem (LoRAs/ControlNet). Weaknesses: Steep learning curve, quality is user-dependent. Adobe Firefly: Focused on commercial safety and professional workflow integration. Features: Trained on Adobe Stock for legal indemnity, Generative Fill/Expand tools. Weaknesses: Creative range limited by training data, requires Adobe subscription/credits. Tools and Concepts In-painting: Modifying a masked area inside an image. Out-painting: Extending an image beyond its original borders. LoRA (Low-Rank Adaptation): A small file that applies a fine-tuned style, character, or concept to a base model. ControlNet: Uses a reference image (e.g., pose, sketch) to enforce the composition, structure, or pose of the output. A1111 vs. ComfyUI: Two main UIs for Stable Diffusion. A1111 is a beginner-friendly tabbed interface; ComfyUI is a node-based interface for complex, efficient, and automated workflows. Workflows "Best of Both Worlds": Generate aesthetic base images in Midjourney, then composite, edit, and add text with precision in Photoshop/Firefly. Single-Ecosystem: Work entirely within Adobe Creative Cloud or Google Workspace for seamless integration, commercial safety (Adobe), and convenience (Google). "Build Your Own Factory": Use ComfyUI to build automated, multi-step pipelines for consistent character generation, advanced upscaling, and video. Decision Framework Choose by Goal: Fine Art/Concept Art: Midjourney. Logos/Ads with Text: GPT-4o, Google Imagen 4, or specialist Ideogram. Consistent Character in Specific Pose: Stable Diffusion with a Character LoRA and ControlNet (OpenPose). Editing/Expanding an Existing Photo: Adobe Photoshop with Firefly. Exclusion Rules: If you need legible text, exclude Midjourney. If you need absolute privacy or zero cost (post-hardware), Stable Diffusion is the only option. If you need guaranteed commercial legal safety, use Adobe Firefly. If you need an API for a product, use OpenAI or Google; automating Midjourney is a bannable offense.

Text Us Your Feedback! (Likes, Dislikes, Guest/Conversation Recommendations). Why do so many men feel stuck in a loop of work, stress, and responsibility — and how can you break free?In this episode of The Mankind Podcast, host Brandon Clift sits down with Evan LaPointe, founder of Core Sciences, to uncover the fascinating brain science behind purpose and fulfillment.Evan has worked with companies like Google, Microsoft, and Adobe to help leaders and teams reconnect to what really matters — and today he brings that insight to you. You'll learn why purpose isn't just a lofty idea but a biological need, how your brain's wiring keeps you chasing the wrong things, and the simple three-step process to start living with meaning again.Whether you're wrestling with male loneliness, burnout, or just feel like life is on autopilot, this episode gives you tools to reconnect with yourself, your relationships, and your impact.

In this episode of The Product Experience, Lily Smith and Randy Silver speak with Dee Miller, Director of Product Strategy and Insights for Product Equity at Adobe. Dee shares her personal journey into inclusive design, and discusses how Adobe is moving beyond accessibility compliance to build genuinely usable, inclusive, and emotionally accessible products. Featured Links: Follow Dee on LinkedIn | The Adobe Accessibility Checker | Listen to previous The Product Experience episode: 'Building Accessible Products' with Jonathan Hassell (CEO & Founder, Hassell Inclusion) Our HostsLily Smith enjoys working as a consultant product manager with early-stage and growing startups and as a mentor to other product managers. She's currently Chief Product Officer at BBC Maestro, and has spent 13 years in the tech industry working with startups in the SaaS and mobile space. She's worked on a diverse range of products – leading the product teams through discovery, prototyping, testing and delivery. Lily also founded ProductTank Bristol and runs ProductCamp in Bristol and Bath. Randy Silver is a Leadership & Product Coach and Consultant. He gets teams unstuck, helping you to supercharge your results. Randy's held interim CPO and Leadership roles at scale-ups and SMEs, advised start-ups, and been Head of Product at HSBC and Sainsbury's. He participated in Silicon Valley Product Group's Coaching the Coaches forum, and speaks frequently at conferences and events. You can join one of communities he runs for CPOs (CPO Circles), Product Managers (Product In the {A}ether) and Product Coaches. He's the author of What Do We Do Now? A Product Manager's Guide to Strategy in the Time of COVID-19. A recovering music journalist and editor, Randy also launched Amazon's music stores in the US & UK.

Figma is a web-based collaborative design platform used by product designers, UX/UI teams and developers. They also just recently filed their S-1.During this episode, Dave "CAC" Kellogg and Ray "Growth" Rike discuss several aspects of the S-1 including:Customer count & revenue by customer segment (< $10,000 ARR, > $10,000 ARR, > $100,000 ARR, > $1M ARR)Net Revenue (Dollar) Retention Rate Calculation (132%)Gross Revenue (Dollar) Retention Rate Calculation (96%)Rule of 40 = 79 (higher than Palantir)Impact of the Adobe acquisition collapse - an enterprise valuation perspectiveInspiration for the discussion and a few data points beyond what was in the Figma S-1 included:Jamin Ball - Clouded Judgement NewsletterOnly CFO NewsletterCJ Gustafson - Mostly Metrics NewsletterIf you are interested in SaaS companies, S-1 filings and SaaS Metrics such as Net Revenue Retention, Gross Revenue Retention, and Rule of 40 - those metrics that impact enterprise value - this episode is for you!!!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst and Glenn Hopper welcome John Glasgow, the founder and CEO of Campfire. With backing from Y Combinator and Foundation Capital, Campfire is rethinking the general ledger using AI-powered workflows that streamline accounting and accelerate financial reporting. John shares his journey, his experience with traditional finance systems, and how Campfire is bringing AI to the forefront of finance transformation.John is the founder and CEO of Campfire, a cutting-edge AI-powered ERP platform that redefines how finance teams manage the general ledger. With a career that spans strategic roles in companies like Adobe, Magento Commerce, and Buildcon, John's expertise in finance and corporate development has helped shape his vision for the future of financial reporting. He shares insights on how his career led him to solve the pain points in the finance sector, particularly around outdated software and complex financial processes.Expect to Learn:How AI is transforming finance systems, especially in accounting and financial reporting.The challenges of ERP implementation and how Campfire is tackling them with AI-powered solutions.Insights on getting closer to a “day zero” close and speeding up financial closing cycles.The evolution of the general ledger and how modern ERPs are rethinking traditional finance tools.John offers practical insights and forward-thinking strategies for embracing AI in finance. If outdated systems and slow processes have been holding you back, this episode provides a refreshing look at how AI can drive efficiency and smarter decision-making in finance.Follow John:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnglasgow/Website - https://campfire.ai/Join hosts Glenn and Paul as they unravel the complexities of AI in finance:Follow Glenn:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbhopperiiiFollow Paul: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguyFollow QFlow.AI:Website - https://bit.ly/4i1EkjgFuture Finance is sponsored by QFlow.ai, the strategic finance platform solving the toughest part of planning and analysis: B2B revenue. Align sales, marketing, and finance, speed up decision-making, and lock in accountability with QFlow.ai. Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.In Today's Episode:[00:23] - John's Background[01:34] - $35M Series A Announcement[02:46] - Career Background & Campfire[04:45] - Long-Term Vision & Career Decisions[07:22] - Accelerating Financial Close[12:05] - Modern Ledger vs. Legacy

Join Michael Foster and Arvind Sujeeth as they discuss Billables.ai. Want to learn more about Billables.ai? Billables AI is an automated legal time-tracking platform, personalized and powered by AI. It integrates directly with workflows (like Microsoft, Zoom, Adobe) to capture time passively, creating an end-to-end billing report with client-matter matching, auto-generated narratives and precise durations to help lawyers recover incremental billable time and increase realization rates.  Visit https://billables.ai/ and stop by the ILTACON Startup Booths to meet the team!

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1089: The federal EV tax credit countdown is officially on—and startups like Slate are feeling the pressure. Toyota's new “K-flex” line is redefining manufacturing versatility in Georgetown, while Amazon kicks off a four-day Prime Day aimed at cautious consumers and stocked-up sellers.Show Notes with links:The countdown has started. EV tax credits vanish after September 30, 2025, slamming the brakes on what was once a key driver of electric vehicle adoption. Dealers are already seeing signs of a demand surge—and the next 84 days could be chaos.Buyers are rushing to act before the deadline, with analysts predicting a sharp uptick in showroom traffic.Barclays expects a pre-deadline demand spike as shoppers try to capture incentives before they disappear, and dealer inventories of qualifying models may dry up quickly.Researchers Elaine Buckberg and Cassandra Cole estimate a 6-point drop in EV share by 2030 as a resultSlate's highly anticipated sub-$20K electric truck, backed by over 100,000 reservations, has quietly had its price bumped to the "mid-twenties" after losing eligibility for the now-defunct EV tax credit.Check out our panel from ASOTU CON on this topicIn a corner of Georgetown, Kentucky, Toyota is quietly completing one of the boldest manufacturing upgrades in recent memory. A decade in the making, “K-flex” is turning a 40-year-old assembly line into the most flexible—and possibly most advanced—Toyota line in the world.The $1.8 billion Line 1 overhaul allows for hybrid, plug-in, and full EVs to be built alongside ICE vehicles on the same line.Automation is everywhere: car-size autonomous skillets, part-delivering robots, and robotic glass installers fill the plant floor.Amazon's Prime Day has evolved into a four-day price frenzy—just in time to collide with fresh tariff concerns, shifting consumer priorities, and more cautious spending behavior. Retailers are leaning in hard, but shoppers aren't splurging quite like they used to.Prime Day now runs from July 8 (today) to July 11, with deals dropping as often as every 5 minutes and new perks aimed at Gen Z shoppers.Adobe predicts $23.8B in U.S. online sales this week—up 28% from last year—but analysts warn of front-loaded demand and early fatigue.Retailers like Walmart and Target are running competing promotions with sharper, more selective discounts.0:00 Intro with Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier0:45 Nathan doesn't have an Amazon Prime account2:15 ASOTU Edge Webinar tomorrow with Uber For Business3:05 New Episode of Auto Collabs with Thuy Adomitis of Mia4:40 EV Tax Credits Go Away in 84 Days, AnJoin Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

Alan Sim, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's chief data officer, announced his departure from the agency after nearly five years in the position, per a post he wrote on social media Monday. Sim took on the role of chief data officer in 2020 amid the COVID-19 pandemic and over the years has been a leader on initiatives such as the agency's generative AI projects. Reflecting on his time, Sim pointed to several “firsts” the agency achieved, including launching its enterprise data catalog and using data and cloud technologies to improve emergency response. “It is with mixed emotions that I announce my departure from the CDC,” Sim wrote in a post to LinkedIn. His time as CDC's data leader was his second run at the agency. Sim, who has a PhD in epidemiology, had also been a graduate fellow and then a health informatics scientist at CDC early on in his career in the late 90s to the early 2000s. In his post, Sim said that period was “defined by concerns like bioterrorism, Anthrax, and SARS.” “Returning in 2020 as CDC's Chief Data Officer during the worst pandemic in our nation's history was both a significant challenge and a profound opportunity,” Sim said. Sim didn't include details about his next steps but said he would be sharing more soon. It is unclear who the acting CDO is in his absence. The General Services Administration struck a deal with Oracle as part of its OneGov strategy to provide a variety of cheaper services to federal agencies, including a 75% discount for license-based Oracle Technology Programs. Under OneGov, GSA wants to work directly with original equipment manufacturers like Oracle to negotiate better governmentwide terms for commercial technology. On top of the 75% discount for licensed technology such as database, integration, security, and analytics services, Oracle will also offer “substantial base discounts” for its Oracle Cloud Infrastructure services, GSA announced Monday. Oracle is now the latest of several technology vendors, including Adobe, Google, Salesforce and others, to negotiate a OneGov deal with GSA. This deal, however, comes with some additional terms beyond discounts that stand to benefit federal agencies as they modernize their IT infrastructures. In particular, Oracle won't charge data egress fees when agencies move their “existing workloads from Oracle Government Clouds to another cloud service provider's FedRAMP Moderate, High or DOD IL 4, 5 Cloud,” GSA said in its release. The company will also promote pricing parity with other competing commercial cloud providers, “with no additional security or government uplifts ever charged in the Oracle cloud.” The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

Accessibility checkers are helpful, but they don't tell the whole story. In this episode, Dax and Chad break down what really makes a document accessible, from heading structure and reading order to alt text, lists, and color contrast. With plenty of real-world examples (and a few accessibility wizard jokes), this episode is a practical guide to building better documents from the start!   Interested in a resource mentioned in this episode? Send us an email at solutions@chaxtc.com and we'll get it right to you!

To celebrate Independence Day, we teamed up with a big imaginary Hollywood studio to produce this special episode. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll kiss three bucks goodbye. Really, of course, we are one of the top 10 best podcasts in the computer hardware field, so if you're serious about your computer hardware podcasts, you're going to check this out regardless.  We've got BSOD's, Nvidia drivers going away, and even hardcoded root passwords.Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:31 Patreon02:31 Food with Josh05:36 RTX 5050 arrives with no reviews09:23 NVIDIA confirms end of support for GTX 10 Series and older11:36 RTX 50 Series SUPER rumors14:09 Intel might have 3D V-Cache competitor with Nova Lake17:24 Stockpiled PCs are not selling23:39 Anker battery bank recall26:31 Apple to release low cost MacBook with iPhone SoC?28:50 BSOD isn't blue anymore32:42 RTX customers get free Adobe CC trials (Adobe slowly becomes the next AOL?)34:41 DDR4 becoming more expensive than DDR537:11 (In)Security Corner48:00 Gaming Quick Hits57:40 Crucial T710 Gen5 SSD Review1:05:47 Picks of the Week1:20:14 Outro ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Project Indigo de Adobe demuestra que el iPhone puede hacer fotografía muchísimo mejor. Usando técnicas que Apple no implementa, consigue imágenes más naturales y realistas, aunque con limitaciones .Profundiza:TítuloContacta con el autor:X: @jlacortBluesky: @lacortMail: lacort@xataka.comLoop Infinito es un podcast de Applesfera sobre Apple y su ecosistema, publicado de lunes a viernes a las 7.00 h (hora española peninsular). Presentado por Javier Lacort. Editado por Alberto de la Torre.

Welcome back to another episode of the EUVC Podcast, your trusted inside track on the people, deals, and dynamics shaping European venture.This week, Dan Bowyer and Mads Jensen of SuperSeed and Lomax from Outsized Ventures, gather to unpack the macro forces and micro signals shaping European tech and venture.They sit down to break down the two sides of the IPO market: the soaring optimism behind Figma's public debut — and the deep freeze that's hit London listings harder than at any time since before the dot-com crash.They also unpack what Figma's $730M paper loss means, how vertical AI is the next generation of SaaS, and what the UK must fix to stand a chance in the global listings race.If you're investing, building, or just trying to make sense of the markets this summer — this one's for you.Here's what's covered02:30 | AI infra's moment & CoreWeave hypeWhy infra plays like CoreWeave and Circle have the market buzzing — but vertical AI is where the next SaaS returns lie.04:50 | Figma's $730M paper loss explainedMad breaks down the headline figure, the failed Adobe deal, the FTC veto, and why this IPO is about fundamentals — not hype.08:20 | Tender offer drama & employee moraleHow Figma's $20B exit fizzled — and the May 2024 tender to keep teams motivated ahead of listing.12:00 | Figma as a bellwether for design & vertical AIWhy product-led SaaS is shifting toward deep vertical AI workflows — and what that means for investors.15:45 | London: the slowest IPO H1 in nearly 30 yearsCounter to the US's $9B+ haul in 12 deals, London managed just $160M across five listings. A brutal gap.18:10 | Worse than dot-com. Worse than ‘08.Dan & Mad put the numbers in perspective: this is the weakest stretch since before many listeners were born.26:15 | Dual-class shares & free float: too little too late?Why tweaking share classes & float minimums is more copy-paste than innovation — and not the real fix.35:20 | The ESG paradox & listing tensionWhere does London's ESG edge help — and where does it push big companies abroad?40:15 | US vs UK capital markets: talent, trust & scaleWhy founders and funds still flock to New York — and the structural advantages London must address.44:30 | Can London fight back?What would it actually take to make London relevant again for growth listings? Dan's realist take.50:00 | Lessons from Figma for foundersWhy strong fundamentals still matter — and how the tender saga shows the cost of employee trust.55:00 | The vertical AI playbook: Europe's edge?Where Europe's sector expertise might win if it can get capital markets working again.

Simon Morris is Adobe's VP of International Marketing, joins us to share how Adobe is empowering creativity at scale. We discuss the impact of AI on marketing, why creativity will always need human skills, and how Adobe partners with brands like Real Madrid to build iconic campaigns. Simon also shares what makes a great marketing leader today, how to launch products successfully, and what's next for AI and creators.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:43 - The size of the Cannes activation for Adobe01:38 - Simon's marketing career04:21 - Adobe's CEO named creative champion of the year05:46 - Where has AI had the biggest impact in marketing?08:14 - Will AI replace creativity?09:35 - Where will human skills be most required in the age of AI?14:21 - How Adobe are their own customer15:10 - What campaigns have been made with Adobe's own software?16:19 - How brands can work with creators?17:59 - Freedom for creators vs sticking to guidelines19:16 - How to successfully launch a new product20:59 - Partnering with sports teams to build their brand (Real Madrid)23:25 - Maintaining trust in Adobe AI products, with potential IP worries26:16 - Whats the next thing in AI we need to pay attention to?28:37 - Building a brand for long term when the world is increasingly short term29:56 - What makes a great marketing leader today?

Design company Figma has officially filed for an IPO, 13 years after its founding. The founders' vision was simple: make design so intuitive and collaborative that listing Figma on your résumé as a skill would feel as absurd as listing Google Docs. In this episode, we break down how the company grew into a global design powerhouse, why the Adobe acquisition fell through, and how AI is powering its next chapter. Hosted by Zaid Admani.This video is for informational purposes only and reflects the views of the host and guest, not Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. Mentions of assets are not recommendations. Investing involves risk, including loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results. For full disclosures, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Public.com/disclosures⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

The latest AI tools are transforming content creation at breakneck speed, but which ones actually matter for filmmakers? Join Addy and Joey as they dissect 11 cutting-edge AI developments, from Claude's AI-powered app builder, to Adobe's voice-driven sound effects generator.

Picking things up for the next 100 episodes, Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman, Jason Howell and Ron Richards traverse the wild range of Android filled with more advancements in AI and new phones hitting the market in this extended edition of Android Faithful, because you demanded it!Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor00:08:51 - NEWSFinally, the inevitable begins to happen as Gemini starts to take over Assistant on Android devicesPoking holes in Google's Find Hub network and how to fix itJapan blocks the sale of Pixel 7s, could this be trouble for Google?PATRON PICK: Android 16 can warn you that you might be connected to a fake cell tower00:37:14 - HARDWAREHands on review of the Nothing Headphones (1)Nothing releases the Nothing Phone (3) and it's impressive!The Unihertz Titan 2 is wild with it's physical keyboard, crazy aspect ratio, second screen and low price!The Vivo Fold 5 makes it's official debut and its the lightest foldable on the market AND it supports the Apple Watch (for real!)And the Xiaomi MIX Flip 2 was announced, bringing more to one of the best foldable we can't buy01:18:56 - APPSThe Android Phone app is getting an Material 3 Expressive redesign and old is newMove over Veo 3, Adobe has Firefly for all your AI image and video generation needsGoogle fixes Search via Ask Photos powered by Gemini (finally) and impresses with Doppl01:33:43 - COMMUNITYJoe reminisces about his old Pixel Watch faces Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Future Finance, hosts Paul Barnhurst and Glenn Hopper welcome John Glasgow, founder and CEO of Campfire, a modern AI-native ERP system designed for finance teams. The discussion centers on why traditional ERPs are no longer meeting the needs of growing businesses and how Campfire is offering a new solution built with automation and finance-first design. John shares insights from his career in finance and explains how his own challenges inspired the creation of Campfire.John is the founder and CEO of Campfire, an ERP platform developed for mid-sized and enterprise finance teams. With prior roles at Adobe and Invoice2Go, where he led strategic finance and corporate development, John has experienced firsthand the limitations of legacy ERP systems. Campfire, backed by Y Combinator and Foundation Capital, is rethinking the general ledger using AI to accelerate financial reporting, reduce manual work, and help finance professionals focus on strategic insights.In this episode, you will discover:Why companies are replacing legacy ERPs like NetSuite and what they look for in a modern solution.What a modern general ledger looks like, and how AI can support, not replace finance teams.Why finance leaders need systems that enable real-time visibility and decision-making.How strategic accounting is becoming a core part of modern finance.John shared his insightful journey from finance leader to founder, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in modernizing finance through technology. His experiences in building an AI-native ERP, tackling the challenges of traditional systems, and redefining the role of finance offer valuable lessons for professionals seeking to drive efficiency, accuracy, and strategic value in their organizations.Follow John:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnglasgow/Website - https://campfire.ai/Join hosts Glenn and Paul as they unravel the complexities of AI in finance:Follow Glenn:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gbhopperiiiFollow Paul:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguyFollow QFlow.AI:Website - https://bit.ly/4i1EkjgFuture Finance is sponsored by QFlow.ai, the strategic finance platform solving the toughest part of planning and analysis: B2B revenue. Align sales, marketing, and finance, speed up decision-making, and lock in accountability with QFlow.ai. Stay tuned for a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping the future of finance and what it means for businesses and individuals alike.In Today's Episode:[04:36] - Career Journey & Inspiration[06:35] - From Finance to Founder[10:12] - Day-Zero Close & Real-Time Finance[14:58] - Modern vs. Legacy Ledgers[19:48] - The Case for a New ERP Tool[23:14] - Campfire's AI in Action[28:20] - Key Differences: FP&A vs. Accounting[31:17] - How to Humanize Finance[35:08] - Wrap-Up & Takeaways

“Eugene's on tour, joining from a hotel lobby after driving all night, so we talk burn out – how to spot it, what to do about it and how to understand it's probably not your fault.”“Welcome to the Bad Boss Brief, a strategic guide on how NOT to be an a*****e at work. This podcast tells you about bad bosses, how they can be less so, and how to tell if you ARE one?What can an executive and an executive coach tell you about bad bosses, how they can be less so, and how to tell if you ARE one? Everything. With over a combined half century of time in the trenches at Intel, Apple, Adobe, Publicis, Nikon ad badbosseum, we're imminently well suited to do so.We're also both artists and work in advertising and marketing and focus on creative leaders and leading people who make cool s**t.”Bad Boss Brief is a viewer-supported broadcast. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Bad Boss Brief is a listener-supported broadcast. To receive new episodes and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit badbossbrief.substack.com/subscribe

Watch the video version on YouTube at https://youtube.com/live/GW2E_CVquIo?feature=shareHosts:- Eric Peterson - Senior Developer at Ortus Solutions- Grant Copley - Senior Developer at Ortus SolutionsProduct Updates- qb 13 and Quick 12 released    - Lots of important bug fixes    - Added some testing helpers straight into qb        - `expectToHaveCount`        - `expectNotToHaveCount`        - `expectToExist`        - `expectNotToExist`SPONSOR — ORTUS SOLUTIONSOrtus TrainingGet trained by the actual makers of BoxLang, the ColdBox Platform, CommandBox, and TestBox. We offer on-site training, regional training seminars and virtual live training as well. We have several professional training courses from where to choose from and we can also cater to a-la-carte trainings as well.Benefits of On-Site Training- Save on attendee travel and time expenses- Have more time for questions and specific content- Focus on topics that matter to your company- Define the pace of the course according to your needs- Get discounts on attendee fees according to your attendance- You choose the locationVisit https://www.ortussolutions.com/services/training to get a quote todayBoxLang Updates and FeaturesBoxLang v1.3.0- Enhanced Zip Compression Control- Pretty JSON Serialization- Introducing `xNone()` Functions- Revolutionary Query Concurrency- Intelligent Caching Upgrades- HTTP Response Compression- Binary Integrity Verification- Enhanced Command Line Tools help- Critical Bug Fixes- CFML Compatibility EnhancementsBVM v1.14- Project-specific version management with `.bvmrc`- Enhanced Snapshot Development- Self-Maintenance and UpdatesBoxLang AI v1.2- Claude Support- New Tooling APIs- Smarter Message Handling- Easier Debugging- New Event: `onAIResponse`- Looking ahead    - More tooling support    - More providers    - Chat streaming…BoxLang FAQsJava Integration- import Java classes- Star imports- Alias importsCFML Updates- Struct Keys That Contain Dots "Just Work" In Adobe ColdFusion by Ben Nadel    - I appreciate the air quotes around “Just Work”- CFML Wrapper for the Zint Barcode Generator    - By the king of command line tool wrappers — James MobergUpcoming Events and WebinarsITB Videos Series is Now Live on CFCasts- Premium series: https://cfcasts.com/series/into-the-box-2025- Online and On-site ticket holders should have free access - Reach out if not- Patreons get Free Access to the Series as a token of appreciation for their ongoing support to our mission of modernizing software development- Series is available for purchase for just $250 (On-demand lifetime access)- CFCast Subscribers get access on November 1stICYMI: Building AWS Lambda Apps with BoxLang!July 2025 Webinar: Raymond Camden, Let's Build an App with BoxLang- July 23rd 11:00 AM CDT- Free tickets availableCFCamp Slides and Recordings are Up on our Ortus Site and Youtube Channel- https://www.ortussolutions.com/events/2025/cfcamp-2025- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ipqwns38Qso- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cCNcNiRCto- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_WcPR09EPb8Adobe ColdFusion Summit 2025- September 22 - 23rd- Certification available September 21 or 24th- Ortus Training after the conference: Building Reactive UIs with CBWire    - 2-day training after CFSummit    - Led by Luis Majano and Grant CopleyClosing RemarksThank you to all of our Patreon Supporters!You can support us on Patreon here https://www.patreon.com/ortussolutionsYou can see an up to date list of all sponsors on Ortus Solutions' website: https://ortussolutions.com/about-us/sponsors ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We explore the latest TikTok updates with Jerry Potter featuring Keenya Kelly on the Social Media Marketing Talk Show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Experts Nicole Meier and Gretchen Schaffer, the duo behind Book Works, spoke to me about how to build a meaningful author platform, and how they empower authors through book coaching and branding expertise. Nicole Meier is a certified book coach and the author of four novels, as well as the host of The Whole Writer podcast for emerging writers. Her books have been recognized by Booklist, Refinery29, BookBub, and Popsugar.  Gretchen Schaffer, is a PR strategist with experience at Adobe, Microsoft, Meta, and Sony, who now helps authors build strong platforms and pitch strategies. Together, they guide fiction writers in establishing their brand, connecting with readers, and confidently pitching their work in the literary world. [Discover The Writer Files Extra: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at writerfiles.fm] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file Nicole Meier, Gretchen Schaffer, and I discussed: Where the duo step in at the “deer in the headlights moment” for authors The overwhelm from the contradictory and ever-changing path to publishing Building a community one reader at a time The intersection of creative practice and career sustainability Why you need to go tell one person that you're a writer this week And a lot more! Show Notes: bookworks.co Book Works Substack Newsletter The Whole Writer podcast Book Works on Instagram Kelton Reid on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Modern B2B Sales Starts with Founders: Insights from Gabe Lullo of AlleyoopOn this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, host Josh Elledge speaks with Gabe Lullo, CEO of Alleyoop, a leading B2B sales development company. Gabe dives into the critical strategies that modern founders and sales teams need to adopt—covering everything from founder-led sales and shifting lead generation tactics to building authentic engagement through personal branding. This episode is a goldmine for startup founders, sales leaders, and anyone aiming to scale their outbound strategy with more precision and impact.Building a Modern B2B Sales EngineGabe emphasizes that founders must be on the front lines of sales early in their journey. Founders bring unmatched product knowledge and passion that resonates with early customers and helps shape go-to-market messaging. These firsthand sales experiences offer valuable insight into what prospects actually care about, allowing for real-time iteration and refinement. Gabe cautions against hiring a VP of Sales too early—founders need to establish a repeatable, scalable process before expanding the team.In today's sales environment, traditional cold emailing is losing its edge due to regulation and deliverability challenges. Gabe recommends a return to high-impact basics: cold calling and content creation. Phone calls allow for real-time, human interaction, while content—especially on LinkedIn—builds trust and positions founders as thought leaders. Gabe practices what he preaches with his consistent posting strategy and his podcast, Do Hard Things, which highlights authentic stories of grit and resilience.Gabe also explains how Alleyoop helps B2B companies bridge the gap between marketing and sales. Their done-for-you systems manage appointment setting, lead qualification, and process optimization for clients ranging from startups to giants like Adobe and Zoom Info. For founders ready to scale their outreach, Gabe recommends focusing on authenticity, strategic connection building, and consistent engagement to generate high-quality pipeline.About Gabe LulloGabe Lullo is a seasoned entrepreneur and executive with deep expertise in sales, marketing, recruiting, and management. After graduating from the Barney School of Business at the University of Hartford, he launched his own sales, training, and marketing firm, which he successfully ran for over a decade. Gabe has also had a notable career in executive recruiting, expanding placements across IT, software development, sales, customer success, and executive leadership. As CEO of Alleyoop, he focuses on company culture, customer success, and scalable sales systems.About AlleyoopAlleyoop builds high-performing sales development systems for B2B clients. Their services include lead qualification, appointment setting, and outbound process design tailored for scalable growth.Links Mentioned in this EpisodeAlleyoop WebsiteGabe Lullo on LinkedInEpisode HighlightsFounders must lead sales to learn and iterate earlyCold calling and content outperform traditional cold emailLinkedIn content builds brand and trustAlleyoop connects marketing to sales with proven systemsAuthentic storytelling drives long-term engagementConclusionGabe Lullo delivers a compelling roadmap for building and scaling a sales engine rooted in authenticity, process, and founder-led momentum.

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The dashboard in your car – the interface on your Zoom screen … many of the products we interact with every day were created with the collaborative software Figma. Figma is a kind of Google Docs for design, created by Dylan Field and Evan Wallace after they won a Thiel fellowship in 2012. Dylan was just 20 when he became CEO. The only other job he'd had before that….? was college intern. He eventually figured out how to manage his team, and grew the company enough to attract a 20 billion dollar acquisition bid from Adobe. The deal fell through, but Figma continued to grow, and recently filed for an IPO.This episode was researched and produced by Kerry Thompson with music composed by Ramtin Arablouei. It was edited by Neva Grant. Our engineers were Patrick Murray and Jimmy Keeley.You can follow HIBT on X & Instagram, and email us at hibt@id.wondery.com. Sign up for Guy's free newsletter at guyraz.com or on Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.