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https://teachhoops.com/ This episode is powered by TeachHoops.com, the platform that helps you grow from an X's and O's coach into a CEO-style program builder who wins championships. Today we unpack a philosophy that will reorganize how you think about offense: space before advantage. Most transition offenses fail because players chase the advantage — the layup, the mismatch — before the floor is spaced, and the whole possession collapses into a crowded mess. We walk through what elite spacing actually looks like in the first four seconds of a possession: which spots must be filled, in what order, and by whom. You'll learn the non-negotiable landmarks for your guards and wings, how proper spacing makes every subsequent action more dangerous, and why a spaced floor turns an average ball handler into a good one. We also cover how to teach it with constraint-based small-sided games instead of endless whiteboard lectures. When your players learn to create space first, the advantages start finding them. This episode shows you how to build that habit into your program from day one. For complete offensive frameworks and the practice plans to install them, head to https://teachhoops.com/. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What if the real obstacle in 3D cell culture and tissue engineering isn't the cells, but the very ground they grow on?For years, cell culture has relied on flat plastic and passive scaffolds. But biology doesn't happen on a petri dish—cells live in three dimensions, surrounded by a dynamic environment that talks back, adapts, and shapes development in ways static gels simply cannot.That's the premise behind MosaMatrix, a novel hydrogel platform designed to transform how we grow cells, engineer tissues, and screen new drugs created by CEO Jan Hunik and CTO Matt Baker.Topics discussed:Why traditional flat, 2D cell culture misses the biological mark and what a responsive cell environment really looks like (00:27)The origins of MosaMatrix and the realization that new, adaptive hydrogels were needed for dynamic cell culture (04:45)What makes the MosaMatrix hydrogel different—and why passive scaffolds fall short (06:12)Mechanical and biological characteristics that define hydrogel performance, from stiffness to stress relaxation (07:48)The company's pivot from 3D tissue printing to focusing on high-throughput 3D cell culture for drug discovery (08:42)Advantages of a non-animal-derived, reproducible matrix for research and industry (10:20)Strategies for obtaining real-world customer feedback and working in consortia with academia and industry partners (11:51)Key hurdles in quality control, reproducibility, and measuring success in the emerging field (16:05)Challenges with standardizing organoids and the move to smaller, more automatable culture systems (17:50)The impact of automation and data consistency for scaling up 3D cell culture (18:14)Smart insight: MosaMatrix validates its hydrogel not through internal R&D alone, but through direct collaboration with academic and industry partners — testing performance across cell types and culture media. This includes a ~50-company consortium building next-gen 3D cell culture tools and a new consortium improving kidney dialysis with living human cells. The partnerships surface real variables, like how much culture media composition affects results, that continually shape product development.If this conversation got you thinking about biomaterials, scale-out manufacturing, and what it takes to turn a chemistry breakthrough into a fundable company, these episodes explore the same ground from complementary angles.Episodes 221 - 222: From 2D Cultures to Advanced 3D Cell Models for Preclinical Research with Catarina BritoEpisodes 259 - 260: Why Strong Science Isn't Enough to Get Funded: What Investors Actually Look For with Michael RomeEpisodes 265 - 266: From Human Variability to Automated Precision: Accelerating Cell and Gene Therapy Manufacturing Scale-Out with Farlan VeraitchEpisodes 223 - 224: From Cultivated Meat to Chocolate: Rethinking Cellular Agriculture Scale-Up with Steven LangConnect with Jan Hunik and Matt Baker:Emails: matt.baker@mosamatrix.com and jan.hunik@mosamatrix.comWebsite: www.mosamatrix.comLinkedIn Jan Hunik: www.linkedin.com/in/jan-hunik-0183734LinkedIn Matt Baker: www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-baker-0abb981bSupport the show

Simone Stolzoff shows you that it's possible to turn uncertainty into your advantage. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to build your uncertainty tolerance 2) What to ask when you face indecision3) Why curiosity is the antidote to fearSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1168 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT SIMONE — Simone Stolzoff is an author and journalist who explores big questions about work, meaning, and identity. A former design lead at the global innovation firm IDEO, he is the author of two books: The Good Enough Job and How To Not Know. His work has been featured in The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and on the TED stage. He lives in San Francisco with his wife and son.• Book: How to Not Know: The Value of Uncertainty in a World that Demands Answers• Book: The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work• Book site: HowToNotKnow.com• Substack: The Article Book Club• Website: SimoneStolzoff.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Tool: Intolerance of Uncertainty Scale (IUS)• Study: World Uncertainty Index• Study: "Is the Pain Worth the Gain? The Advantages and Liabilities of Agreeing With Socially Distinct Newcomers" by Katherine W. Phillips, Katie A. Liljenquist, and Margaret A. Neale• Study: "Increasing intolerance of uncertainty over time: the potential influence of increasing connectivity" by R Nicholas Carleton, Gabrielle Desgagné, Rachel Krakauer, and Ryan Y. Hong• Figure: Annie Duke• Book: Flex Your Feelings: Train Your Brain to Develop the 7 Traits of Emotional Fitness by Dr. Emily Anhalt• Book: London Falling: A Mysterious Death in a Gilded City and a Family's Search for Truth by Patrick Radden Keefe• Book: The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Shopify. Sign up for your free trial at Shopify.com/awesomepod• Monarch. Get 50% off your first year with code AWESOME at Monarch.comSee 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 the Holistic Dentistry Show, Dr. Sandra Moldovan and Dr. Virginia Diego discuss the principles of biological dentistry, focusing on the use of ozone and laser technology in dental treatments. They explore the importance of a holistic approach to dental health, the challenges of treating cavities, and the advantages of using nanoceramic materials over traditional fillings. The conversation emphasizes patient comfort, the role of 3D imaging in diagnosis, and the potential for teeth to heal naturally with proper care. Want to see more of The Holistic Dentistry Show? Watch our episodes on YouTube! Do you have a mouth- or body-related question for Dr. Sanda? Send her a message on Instagram! Remember, you're not healthy until your mouth is healthy. So take care of it in the most natural way.    Key Takeaways: (02:59) The Role of Ozone in Dental Treatments (05:50) Understanding Cavities and Modern Approaches (08:57) The Advantages of Laser Dentistry (11:59) Patient Experience and Comfort in Dentistry (15:09) Healing and Recovery from Dental Procedures (18:06) The Importance of 3D Imaging in Dentistry (20:57) Nanoceramics vs Traditional Fillings   Connect With Us:  AskDrSanda | YouTube BeverlyHillsDentalHealth.com | Instagram  DrSandaMoldovan.com | Instagram  Orasana.com | Instagram Integrative Dental Health Institute  | Ozone in Dentistry Course

Former Immigration Department deputy secretary Abul Rizvi has told Clinton Maynard that while there are advantages to high immigration, it needs to be 'balanced'.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's WeatherBrains episode is all about hydrology.  Tonight's episode examines the devastating 1997 Red River Flood.   Joining us tonight as Guest WeatherBrain is from Devils Lake, North Dakota. She is the Service Hydrologist at NWS Grand Forks, and is a twenty-year veteran in Federal service.  Amanda Lee, welcome to WeatherBrains! Second Guest WeatherBrain is the Senior Hydrologist at NWS North Central RFC (River Forecast Center) in Chanhassen, Minnesota.  A Syracuse native, he joined the US Air Force as a weather officer, then earned his Masters Degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Utah.  He's spent over 15 years at the RFC (River Forecast Center).  Justin Palmer, welcome to WeatherBrains! Our Third Guest WeatherBrain tonight is a retired National Weather Service senior meteorologist technician, the former Data Acquisition Program Manager of the Grand Forks National Weather Service office. Mark attended North Dakota State University in Fargo during the late 80s into the early 90s, working with former state climatologist Dr John Enz. Mark Retired in November of 2014 after 40 1/2 years of combined federal and military service. Mark is currently 3:00 to 6:00 PM afternoon host on KNOX Radio in Grand Forks ND, and has been associated with latent broadcasting since 2016. Mark also operates Home On The Prairie Weather LLC, providing agricultural climate forecasts and other related information to agricultural and civic groups.  Mark Ewens, welcome to WeatherBrains! Our email officer Jen is continuing to handle the incoming messages from our listeners. Reach us here: email@weatherbrains.com. Amanda's background in meteorology (10:00) Working as a Service Hydrologist:  What do they do?  (12:00) What is a River Forecast Center (RFC)?  (17:30) What is CHPS?  (Community Hydrologic Prediction System)  (28:00) Multi-Radar/Multi-Sensor (MRMS) Data Set Hydrology Section (31:30) Advantages of being a Service Hydrologist concerning shift work (39:30) How accurate is Hydro modeling, and what factors are involved? (42:00) Snow cores:  The Basics (45:00) Snow pack in the Dakotas: How long does it last, and how thick does it get? (55:30) Meteorological background of 1997 Red River Flood event (58:30) 1997 Red River Flood's public and Emergency Management response (01:01:30) Disinformation found online regarding river flooding (01:12:00) The Astronomy Outlook with Tony Rice (01:19:00) This Week in Tornado History With Jen (No segment this week) E-Mail Segment (No segment this week) Sneak peak at future WeatherBrains episodes! (01:21:00) and more! Web Sites from Episode 1069:   KNOX News Radio Alabama Weather Network Picks of the Week: Amanda Lee - "A River Runs North (Managing an International River)" by Gene Krenz and Jay Leitch Amanda Lee - "Red River Rising: The Anatomy of a Flood and the Survival of an American City" by Ashley Shelby Justin Palmer - USGS Endangered, Discontinued and Rescued Streamgages Mapper Mark Ewens - NDAWN - North Dakota Agricultural Weather Network James Aydelott - Footage near Tulliby Lake in central Alberta, Canada Jen Narramore - Out Rick Smith - Out Troy Kimmel - Out Kim Klockow-McClain - An ethical analysis of hydrometeorological prediction and decision making: The case of the 1997 Red River flood John Gordon - LIT/LZK back online with upper air launches Bill Murray - Out James Spann - Gulf Coast Weather The WeatherBrains crew includes your host, James Spann, plus other notable geeks like Troy Kimmel, Bill Murray, Rick Smith, James Aydelott, Jen Narramore, John Gordon, and Dr. Kim Klockow-McClain. They bring together a wealth of weather knowledge and experience for another fascinating podcast about weather.

Retirement planning looks very different when you're single.Whether you're divorced, widowed, or intentionally single, the financial decisions you face in retirement aren't the same as they are for married couples.In this video, I'll discuss the unique retirement planningchallenges facing single retirees, including Social Security claiming strategies, Roth conversions, tax brackets, Medicare IRMAA surcharges, estate planning, long-term care, investment strategy, housing decisions, and whyretirement spending may look different when you're planning for one instead of two.Topics Covered:• How retirement planning changes when you're single• Social Security strategies for single retirees• Roth conversions and tax planning• Medicare IRMAA and RMD planning• Estate planning essentials• Housing and Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs)• Long-term care considerations• Retirement spending for single retirees• Advantages of retiring singleWhether you're already retired or preparing for retirement,understanding these differences can help you better prepare as you plan for and execute a successful retirement.⁠Are you interested in working with me 1 on 1?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click this link to fill out our Retirement Readiness Questionnaire⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Or,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠visit my website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-KevinConnect with me here:​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the podcast​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join My Company Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is for general education purposes only and shouldnot be considered as tax, legal or investment advice.

Independent Used Car Dealers have HUGE advantages | The Podcast for Used Car Dealers S5 E51Independent dealers are the powerhouses of the industry. Corporate dealers have grown in size and number, but the independents have major advantages. Watch this episode for our thoughts on the subject, and then tell us about your ideas in the comments! Don't miss an episode! Subscribe to Down Payment now! Visit all our sites at:YouTube - @DownPaymentPodcastYouTube - @cardealeru5061X - @DownPaymentPodInstagram - @DownPaymentPodcastDon't forget to like and subscribe! #carsales #usedcar #usedcarsforsale #autosales #automobile #auto #cardealer #cardealership #preownedcar #secondhandcar #buyherepayhere #managmenttraining #manager #managertraining #denver

Describe a Tall Building You Like Or DislikeYou should say:What it is used forWhere it isWhat it looks likeAnd explain why you like/dislike itPart 3Are there many tall buildings in your country?What are the differences between those tall buildings in your country?Why are different places laid out and designed differently?What are the advantages of living in tall buildings?Why do some people like to remodel and decorate their homes themselves?What kind of interior design style do most people like?Sample Answers: ⁠https://ieltsquangtri.com/describe-a-tall-building-you-like-or-dislike/

Describe a Tall Building You Like Or DislikeYou should say:What it is used forWhere it isWhat it looks likeAnd explain why you like/dislike itPart 3Are there many tall buildings in your country?What are the differences between those tall buildings in your country?Why are different places laid out and designed differently?What are the advantages of living in tall buildings?Why do some people like to remodel and decorate their homes themselves?What kind of interior design style do most people like?Sample Answers: ⁠https://ieltsquangtri.com/describe-a-tall-building-you-like-or-dislike/

A talk by Thanissaro Bhikkhu entitled "The Advantages of Many Selves"

Scientific Sense ® by Gill Eapen: Prof. Lesley Rogers of the University of New England, Australia on the Survival with an asymmetrical brain: Advantages and disadvantages of cerebral lateralization, Development and function of lateralization in the avian brain, A right antenna for social behavior in honeybees, and A function for the bicameral mind.Prof. Lesley Rogers is emeritus professor at the University of New England in Australia. She is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science and has made significant contributions to the understanding of brain development and behavior, especially the lateralization of the brain in non-human animals.Please subscribe to this channel:https://www.youtube.com/c/ScientificSense?sub_confirmation=1

Keith Gillispie deployed overseas 13 times as an active duty Marine. His kids didn't know who he was. That was the moment he decided real estate would be his path to financial freedom and time with his family. Now he runs two companies, coaches high-income W-2 earners and military investors, and has helped hundreds of investors build businesses that run on systems instead of chaos.   In this episode, Chris sits down with Keith, founder of REI Automated, to talk about what it actually takes to build a real estate business when you are strapped for time. Keith works primarily with active duty military, first responders, executives, and other high-demand professionals who are making good money but have no time to spare. His answer to that problem is automation, and his platform has systematized more than 90% of the repetitive, time-consuming tasks that keep most investors stuck in the weeds.   Keith also breaks down the three ingredients every investor needs to succeed: the right education, the right systems, and the right support. He explains why most people in the so-called coaching space are not actually coaches, how to vet who you learn from, and why asking for help is the one thing most former military investors resist the longest.   One of his clients, an active duty naval officer carrying a full course load, closed his tenth deal in under a year. The excuse is not the issue. The system is.   Key Takeaways   Every business that has stood the test of time runs on systems. Once you build the right systems, you can automate the majority of your workflow and let a computer do the repetitive work so you can focus on what actually drives revenue. There are three ingredients you need to succeed in real estate: the right education, the right systems, and the right support. You can have the first two and still burn out or quit without someone in your corner who has been through it. Busy work that does not drive revenue will kill your business. Rule number one is keep revenue in first position. If what you are doing right now is not moving a deal forward, stop and get on the phone with sellers. Most people in the education space are not coaches. Before you invest in someone's program, find out if they are actively doing deals, not just talking about them. Real coaching comes from people who are still in the trenches. Success leaves clues, but you have to meet people where they are. If someone is in chapter 15 of their journey and you are in chapter one, do not copy what they are doing now. Ask them what they did at the beginning.   Key Talking Points of the Episode   00:00 Introduction 00:18 Who is Keith Gillispie? 01:50 Keith Gillispie's Background: From Active Duty Marine to Real Estate 04:41 Helping High-Income W-2 Earners and First Responders 05:36 The Importance of Systems and Automation in Business 06:58 Managing Business Through Virtual Assistants and Checklists 08:35 Learning Creative Financing and Other Strategies Beyond Wholesaling 09:23 Busy Work Vs. Revenue-Driving Actions 10:14 The Three Ingredients for Success: Education, Systems, and Support 11:54 The Advantages of Creative Deals and the 3 Paydays System 14:25 Navigating the Challenges of Growing 2 Companies Simultaneously 16:17 Education, Information and Qualified Coaching 18:11 Free Courses and Resources for Investors 20:18 The Importance of Finding a Mentor   Links   3 Paydays® Live https://3paydayslive.com/podcast   Free Discovery Call https://smartrealestatecoachpodcast.com/discovery   3 Paydays® System Mastery Course - Use coupon code for 50% off https://smartrealestatecoach.com/qls Coupon code: pod   Apprentice Program 3PaydaysApprentice.com/Podcast    Masterclass https://smartrealestatecoach.com/masterspodcast   3 Paydays Books https://3paydaysbooks.com/podcast   Partners https://smartrealestatecoach.com/podcastresources

In this informative episode, host Wendy Jones sits down with Morgan Bird, Leasing Consultant at Oakmont Northville, to discuss the importance and benefits of respite care for seniors and their families. Morgan explains respite care as a short-term stay in a senior living community that gives caregivers a much-needed break while providing seniors with full support, meals, activities, and a safe, engaging environment. Care, Meals, and Comfort: Three chef-prepared meals daily Housekeeping and fully furnished apartments Assistance with daily needs if required Morgan highlights how consistent meals and nutrition help improve seniors’ health and prevent weight loss or poor eating habits. Activities and Social Life: Daily activities like exercise, bingo, and clubs Group outings to restaurants, stores, and entertainment Transportation with certified drivers Support Services: Care can include help with medications, dressing, and mobility, with additional on-site support available as needed. Caregiver Relief: A major benefit of respite care is reducing caregiver burnout while ensuring loved ones are safe, engaged, and well cared for. Podcast Schedule: Tune in to Next Steps for Seniors with new episodes dropping twice a week at 7:00 AM! Every Tuesday: Educational and insightful content to help you navigate the practical steps of aging. Every Friday: Spiritual and emotional support to encourage your heart and mind. Be sure to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, IHeart Podcasts so you never miss an episode, and if you enjoyed today's show, please leave us a rating and review!Learn more : https://omny.fm/shows/next-steps-4-seniors-with-wendy-jonesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mary O'Grady highlights how the USMCA makes North America globally competitive. By integrating markets and labor across the US, Mexico, and Canada, the region leverages comparative advantages essential for modern manufacturing and economic success. (4)1909 MEXICO

Dr Timo Rantalainen - Accelerometry | Gait | Elderly In this episode, we have Dr Timo Rantalainen, who is Research Fellow at the Gerontology Research Center, Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, University of Jyväskylä, Finland. Dr Rantalainen's area of expertise pertains to neuromuscular and skeletal systems, specifically skeletal adaptation to mechanical loading and neural control of muscles, with a focus on estimating lower limb loading and bone responsiveness. His current research interests include: 1) the effect of loading on bone geometry, 2) neuromuscular function of muscle, 3) muscle and bone adaptations with age, and 4) the measurement of bone geometry using peripheral quantitative computed tomography (pQCT). --- This podcast episode is sponsored by Fibion Inc. | The New Gold Standard for Sedentary Behaviour and Physical Activity Monitoring Learn more about Fibion: https://fibion.com/research --- Physical Activity Researcher Podcast have created a ‘Purchase Guide for Researchers: Accelerometer-based Activity Trackers'. You can download it from here. --- Timestamps: 02:00 Funding, success rate and part of luck in the process 04:20 Physical state prediction from physical activity 13:40 Activity parameters indicative of problems in rehabilitation 16:35 Complexity of gait and cognition 17.30 Dual task paradigm - simple way of detecting early Alzheimer's 19:30 Variability of gait as indicator of health 20:15 Dual task and variability of gait 21:13 Exerting hard and thinking 23:20 Dual task paradigm during pedalling 24:45 Advantages of using ergometer compared to gait 25:40 Analysis of accelerometers on thorax and thigh 32:10 Relativity of activity intensity classification 35:00 Histogram analysis of physical activity 36:45 Absolute accelerations as predictors 37:50 Why walking is such important to study 41:40 Static posturography 43.10 Heart rate variability and arrythmias 43.50 Variability of walking 45.10 How to detect the walking from accelerometer signal 56.30 Counts and proprietary algorithms 57.40 How to test whether accelerometer you use have been calibrated?

Scott and Wes raid the listener mailbag to settle the pnpm vs. npm debate, decode how web standards sneak into your browser, and ask the big one: is “AI” even intelligent, or just fancy autocomplete? Plus Stack Overflow nostalgia, the Shadcn head-scratcher, and why big design systems are sleeping on modern HTML. Show Notes 00:00 Intro 00:44 Welcome to Syntax! 01:51 Exploring CSS Component Approaches 07:30 Brought to you by Sentry 08:09 The Advantages of PNPM over NPM 12:31 Nostalgia and Growth through Stack Overflow Wes' Stack Overflow Scott's Stack Overflow 19:13 The Evolution of Podcasting and Video Content 23:34 Understanding the Proposal Process for Web Standards TC39 Process TC39 Active proposals Stage 3 examples CSS Working Group Issues CSS Specifications CSS Agenda+ Chrome Platform Status Mozilla Standards Positions WebKit Standards Positions Web Platform Tests HTML Issues HTML pull requests HTML Living Standards TypeScript Issues TypeScript pull requests TypeScript Iteration Plans TypeScript blog Node Issues Node pull requests Node recent releases Node release schedule 28:25 Understanding AI: The Misconception of Intelligence 33:26 The Role of Modern Web Features in Design Systems 39:20 Navigating AI in Software Development: Two Camps of Engineers 47:05 The Importance of Fundamentals in the Age of AI 49:15 Scams in the Tech Industry: A Cautionary Tale 53:34 Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs Sick Picks Scott:Warhammer 40000 minitures Wes: Baby gate Shameless Plugs Scott: Wes: Hit us up on Socials! Syntax: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Wes: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X Instagram YouTube Threads

Joe Shaker, dealer and founder of TruVideo, joins the Parts Edge Podcast live from the NCM Feel the Future Fixed Ops Summit. Joe dives into the foundational importance of fixed ops in dealership profitability and the transformative power of video technology in building trust and transparency with service customers.Joe shares his journey of launching TruVideo—rooted in asking customers what really mattered and discovering that, even with high performance metrics, trust was the missing link. Learn how video, narrative, and new tech tools like the Video Quality Score (VQS) are not just changing customer communication, but also driving higher parts sales, improving technician/advisor consistency, and elevating the entire fixed ops experience.Join Kaylee and Joe for a gritty, motivating discussion on why dealerships can't afford to neglect their fixed operations—and how smart tools are giving teams an unbeatable edge.--------------------------------------------This show is powered by PartsEdge: Your go-to solution for transforming dealership parts inventory into a powerhouse of profitability. Our strategies are proven to amp up parts sales by a whopping 20%, all while cutting down on idle inventory. If you're looking to optimize your parts management, visit

Welcome to Anime Watch Club, a bi-weekly group discussion and review where the hosts of the wdysa podcast nominate and vote on shows either we havent seen, or shows that will hopefully lead to a great discussion. On todays episode we are reviewing Milky Subway!Socials/Discord - https://linktr.ee/whatdoyousayanime0:00 - Intro0:49 - The milkiest questions4:15 - Background and synopsis5:23 - Impressions13:27 - Favorites among the cast29:39 - Syncing the sounds of the world and action to the music32:54 - The use of Blender for its 3DCG animation35:21 - Strength of the writing43:27 - Welcome to MyGO talk!47:18 - Advantages and limitations of only having a single production member56:59 - How the Netflix compilation changes the short YouTube structure1:00:05 - Final thoughts & scores1:07:05 - What we're watching next

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In this episode of the Personal Injury Marketing Minute, host Lindsey Busfield is joined by Riz Ali, founder of Riz Injury Law in Chicago. Riz shares his journey of establishing a personal injury firm in one of the most competitive legal markets. He discusses the importance of networking, mentorship, and building relationships with larger firms to gain referrals. Riz emphasizes the value of nurturing client relationships and leveraging community connections, particularly within cultural niches, to grow his practice. He also shares insights on effective marketing strategies such as attending community events and using social media to build a strong presence. This episode offers valuable advice for attorneys looking to thrive in saturated markets by focusing on relationship-building and targeted marketing. Key Timestamps: 00:01 – Introduction 00:12 – Lindsey Busfield introduces Riz Ali 01:40 – Riz’s decision to start his practice in Chicago 02:41 – Importance of building relationships in law 03:55 – Networking strategies for new attorneys 04:56 – Leveraging referrals from larger firms 06:01 – Building a reputation through client advocacy 07:02 – Challenges and persistence in networking 09:03 – Advantages of being a smaller firm 10:19 – Personalized client interactions 11:15 – Evaluating saturated markets for law firms 12:28 – Setting goals and working backwards 13:49 – Effective marketing strategies for small firms 14:57 – Community-based marketing initiatives 16:07 – Importance of micro-targeting in marketing 18:44 – Cultural connections in client relationships 20:58 – Building a reputation through relationships See all episodes or subscribe to the Personal Injury Marketing Minute here: https://optimizemyfirm.com/podcasts/. Why Did You Choose To Start Your Law Firm In Chicago? Chicago became my choice for law school due to its proximity to family, despite my initial plans to study in LA for a career in entertainment law. I attended DePaul Law School, which was close to a business I started before law school. The connections I made during my time at DePaul, combined with obtaining my license in Illinois, made it a natural decision to stay and start my practice here. How Did Networking Contribute To The Foundation Of Your Firm? Networking was crucial, especially since I was new to Chicago. I had a great mentor, Mr. Cordell from Cordell and Cordell, who advised me to meet people and build professional relationships. The guidance I received from networking with classmates and other legal professionals provided invaluable insights and support when starting my firm. What Strategies Helped You Get Clients In Such A Competitive Market? A key strategy was connecting with larger firms that might refer cases they didn't want. By attending numerous bar events, I made sure attorneys knew I was available for referrals. Accepting smaller cases helped build relationships with both the referring attorneys and clients, turning them into advocates who spread the word about my services. What Are The Advantages Of Being A Smaller Firm In A Big Market? As a smaller firm, I have the time to work closely on each case, offering a level of personal attention that larger firms may not. Meeting clients personally helps build trust and rapport. This personalized approach not only aids in client satisfaction but also enhances my professional reputation and fosters long-term relationships. What Advice Would You Give To An Attorney Considering Entering A Saturated Market? Begin with your goals in mind and reverse engineer your strategy to achieve them. Every market is competitive, but focusing on what you want to achieve and what you are willing to sacrifice to get there can help overcome challenges. 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The Rebbe explains the unique advantages of the Alter Rebbe's siddur, compiled from sixty versions, and advises that switching to this nusach should be a permanent decision. He also provides guidance on Torah study scheduling and emphasizes maintaining the three daily study portions. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/012/004/4012

A message from Pastor Ben Blakey on Romans 3:1-2.Compass Bible Church Treasure Valley is located in Meridian, Idaho. For more information about Compass Bible Church go to https://www.compassbible.tv/To follow our daily Bible reading plan and podcast go to https://www.revivalfromthebible.com/

Big thanks to NTT DATA for sponsoring this video and to Cisco for sponsoring my trip to Cisco Live Vegas. For more information about NTT DATA and Cisco's partnership, click here https://services.global.ntt/en-us/abo... 1000W touch safe power sounds impossible, but Class 4 Fault Managed Power is changing how we think about power delivery for AI data centers, buildings, networking, and IT infrastructure. In this interview, we look at how Cisco, NTT, and Panduit are approaching the next generation of energy networking systems. Traditional Power over Ethernet is useful for endpoints like access points, cameras, sensors, and phones, but PoE tops out around 100 watts. Fault Managed Power introduces a new class of power delivery that can deliver much higher wattage while intelligently shutting down when it detects a fault, short circuit, or unsafe condition. The conversation explains why this matters now. AI is driving massive demand for data center compute, but that compute requires more power, more cooling, and more efficient infrastructure. The guests explain how AC-to-DC conversion losses add up across multiple power conversion stages, how transmission and distribution losses waste energy before it even reaches the building, and why many legacy data centers spend a large amount of energy on cooling and non-useful power. A key example from the discussion: an average 5 megawatt, air-cooled data center moving to direct liquid cooling and fault managed power could save 75% of its energy cost. That same energy profile could also translate into 2.3x the compute for the same amount of energy. We also discuss touch-safe DC power up to 400V, why DC-to-DC power matters for data centers, how this technology could reduce material and labor complexity, and why network engineers, electricians, data center operators, and IT professionals should understand Class 4 Fault Managed Power. This is not just about sustainability. It is about energy cost, AI infrastructure, safer power delivery, faster deployment, data center efficiency, retrofits, new builds, and the future of networking. // Stephen Kelly SOCIAL // LinkedIn: / stephen-kelly-70737a9 // Denise Lee SOCIAL // LinkedIn: / deniseleeyeh // Website REFERENCE // https://www.nttdata.com/global/en/ // David's SOCIAL // Discord: discord.com/invite/usKSyzb Twitter: www.twitter.com/davidbombal Instagram: www.instagram.com/davidbombal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/davidbombal Facebook: www.facebook.com/davidbombal.co TikTok: tiktok.com/@davidbombal YouTube: / @davidbombal Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/3f6k6gE... SoundCloud: / davidbombal Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... // MY STUFF // https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbombal // SPONSORS // Interested in sponsoring my videos? Reach out to my team here: sponsors@davidbombal.com // MENU // 0:00 - Coming up 0:53 - New cables 02:22 - Fault-Managed Power System explained 03:18 - Cisco & NTT DATA partnership 04:39 - Advantages of the new cables 08:57 - Sustainability 11:26 - AC vs DC 13:14 - Easy to install // Free training 14:50 - How new cables fit into old buildings 17:44 - Embrace the new 19:35 - Will electricians be replaced? 20:49 - Summary 21:50 - Free training and learning 23:09 - Stay connected // Conclusion Please note that links listed may be affiliate links and provide me with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items listed or recommended. Thank you for supporting me and this channel! Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. #poe #class4 #ntt

In episode 306, we looked at the advantages of taking your book wide to all retailers. In this week's episode, we'll look at the other side of the coin and examine eight advantages to placing your book in Kindle Unlimited. This coupon code will get you 50% off the audiobook of Dragonskull: Doom of the Sorceress, Book #8 in the Dragonskull series, (as excellently narrated by Brad Wills) at my Payhip store: JUNEDOOM The coupon code is valid through July 7, 2026. So if you need a new audiobook this summer, we've got you covered! 00:00:00 Introduction and Writing Updates Hello, everyone. Welcome to Episode 308 of The Pulp Writer Show. My name is Jonathan Moeller. Today is June 19th, 2026 and today we are looking at the advantages of using Kindle Unlimited for your books. Two weeks ago, we had an episode about the advantages of going wide and distributing it away from Amazon, but there is another side of the coin and today we're going to look at it in the advantages of Kindle Unlimited. We also have an update on my current writing, publishing, and audiobook projects and Coupon of the Week. So let's start off with Coupon of the Week. This week's coupon code will get you 50% off the audiobook of Dragonskull: Doom of the Sorceress, Book #8 in the Dragonskull series (as excellently narrated by Brad Wills), at my Payhip store. That code is JUNEDOOM. As always, the coupon code and the links to my Payhip store will be available in these show notes for this episode. This coupon code will be valid through July 7th, 2026. So if you need a new audiobook for your travels this summer, we have got you covered. So now let's take a look at where I'm at with my current writing, publishing, and audiobook projects. I'm pleased to report that the rough draft of Blade of Thieves is done. It turned out to be just about as long as Blade of Wraiths. I'm also finished with Orcish Fury, which will be the bonus short story that newsletter subscribers will get a free ebook copy of when Blade of Thieves comes out. I am now editing Blade of Thieves. The first two chapters are edited. I am not sure how many chapters I'll end up with because I've gotten into the habit of splitting up longer chapters into shorter chapters lately since readers seem to prefer that. I do think the book will probably be out after 4th of July weekend if all goes well, because it is a big book and I'm going to have to do a fair bit of editing and I do have a few more things to do in real life that might slow the process down. But if all goes well, the book should be out shortly after the 4th of July weekend. I am also 13,000 words into Cloak of Frost, which will be my next main project once Blade of Thieves is finally done. That will probably be available in August, if all goes well. In audiobook news, at the moment I have no audiobooks in active production, but that will change next month because Leanne Woodward will be recording Dragon-Mage. Hollis McCarthy will be recording Cloak of Worlds and Brad Wills will be recording Blade of Thieves once I finally get it done. So it's funny how things always seem to do a bunch up like that rather than having a more conveniently distributed fashion, but I suppose that's just the nature of life. In other audiobook news, I mentioned earlier that Cloak of Dragons is now available in Audible Plus for those of you who are Audible listeners who have a plan that includes that. Before too much longer, I'm going to start working on the audiobook version of Cloak Mage Omnibus Four, which will combine I believe Cloak of Embers, Cloak of Titans, and Cloak of Illusion into one audiobook bundle. I've done that before [in] the past [with] Cloak Mage books and it's worked pretty well, so we're going to do it with this one as well. I'm going to start working on that next week because I've got to make the cover and then it takes forever to upload all the audiobook files. Hopefully that will be out sometime in July, if all goes well. So that is where I'm at with my current writing, publishing and audiobook projects. 00:03:23 Main Topic of the Week: When and Why to Put Your Books in Kindle Unlimited (KU) Now let's move on to our main topic this week, when and why to put your books in Kindle Unlimited. You might remember that two weeks ago (with Episode 306, I believe) we discussed the advantages and benefits of taking your books wide and not exclusive to Amazon. However, there are reasons it might actually be a good decision to put your books in Kindle Unlimited. In this week's episode, we'll talk about why you might want to consider putting your book in Kindle Unlimited. First, we should discuss how Kindle Unlimited actually works, defining our terms, so to speak. Kindle Unlimited is Amazon's merchandising program for ebooks, essentially. To use the program, you agree that your ebook will be exclusive to Amazon for the next three months (and by default, it auto renews, but you can turn that off in the dashboard). The advantages to you for using Kindle Unlimited are that in addition to buying your book outright, people can also check it out in the Kindle Unlimited program and then you get paid based on how many pages they read. The payout typically varies, but it's usually 45% of one cent [USD] per page read. For example, Half-Elven Thief, you can buy it for $4.99, but in terms of Kindle Unlimited, it comes to about 300 Kindle Unlimited pages, which means that if a reader reads the entire book, I typically get about $1.35 for a complete read. Obviously, this advantages longer books, whereas with the sale of the book, I would get like $3.49, which is significantly more, but it is possible to make up in volume of page reads lost sales on other platforms if the circumstances are right. So that is how Kindle Unlimited works. And now we will look at eight reasons why it is a good idea or why it might be a good idea and why it might be advantageous for you to put your books into Kindle Unlimited. #1: Certain genres are KU dominant. This is not true across all genres, but certain genres tend to be heavily dominated by Kindle Unlimited readers. For example, LitRPG is a unique case because the most popular LitRPG tends to be in serialized form on sites like Royal Road and similar sites, but when it does come to ebook form, it's usually on Kindle Unlimited. So if you're looking to read LitRPG, you will find most of it on Kindle Unlimited and not on the other sites. Other genres tend to be not totally dominant to that effect the way that LitRPG is, but do still have a great deal of strength in Kindle Unlimited, such as military sci-fi, certain kind of thrillers, and certain romance genres as well tend to be very heavily dominated by Kindle Unlimited. So if you are writing in one of those genres, it may be worth your while to consider that it may be advantageous to you to put your book in Kindle Unlimited and see how it performs. #2: The Kindle Unlimited Boost It's no secret that Amazon definitely puts its thumb on the scales for Kindle Unlimited books as opposed to regular ebooks. I've noticed that Kindle Unlimited books tend to go higher in the Amazon rankings. They tend to stay up there for longer than non-Kindle Unlimited books and that reviews generally show up faster for Kindle Unlimited books than they do for non-Kindle Unlimited books. That last part might vary, but the ranking thing is true. It's also true that the higher a book stays in the Amazon rankings and for longer, the more likely it is Amazon is to generate "we think you might like this" emails and send them out to readers in hopes of drawing them to your books. So it is true that Amazon definitely gives a lot of advantages to Kindle Unlimited books that other books don't get. And depending on your sales strategy and your genre, as we mentioned before, it might be worthwhile for your book to be in Kindle Unlimited. #3: Your sales data supports it. If you publish a book wide and after you look at a couple of months of sales data and you notice something like 95% of the sales are coming from Amazon, it might be worthwhile to consider taking the book exclusive and putting it in Kindle Unlimited since in that instance, the boost of page reads and page reads revenue would make up for the sales you clearly aren't getting on the other platforms. Now the threshold for this obviously varies a good deal. I've had months in the past where only like 45% of my revenue came from Amazon and in some of my older series in particular, the Amazon revenue tends to only be around like 40 to 45% and the rest comes from all the other retailers. So in that case, obviously it would be a very poor decision to take the book exclusive to Amazon and take it off all the other retailers. So this is a case where it is once again a good idea to monitor your sales data closely so you can make informed decision rather than working off of gut hunches and guesswork. #4: It permits you to reach readers who aren't buying individual books and value conscious readers. When I've talked about Kindle Unlimited on Facebook and my website in the past, I usually get comments from people who point out that they are on fixed incomes, whether from retirement or disability or taking care of other relatives and so forth and that Kindle Unlimited for them is a great deal because in exchange for $12 a month, they can read as many KU books as they have time to read. That is true. Kindle Unlimited is a much better deal for readers than it is for the majority of writers. And having your book in Kindle Unlimited is a way to reach those value conscious readers who will not buy individual ebooks for whatever reason, whether budgetary constraints or other reasons but do have a Kindle Unlimited subscription. Kindle Unlimited offers you a way to reach those readers that you otherwise would not and that is a potentially useful advantage. #5: It helps you to find new readers and binge readers. Kindle Unlimited kind of works a little bit like the permafree strategy, which I've discussed before, where that if you make the first book in your series free, people are more likely to take a chance on it than they would otherwise. The same thing is true of Kindle Unlimited because if someone's already paid the Kindle Unlimited subscription for a month, it's a sunk cost and therefore there is no disadvantage or additional cost to them for trying out your book and that can potentially lead to a strong sales boost for you if someone discovers your books and likes it. Additionally, if you have a series, every time you release a new book in the series, there is a strong chance your previous books will get a boost. This has been my strategy with the Half-Elven Thief series for the last two and a half years. Now, every time I release a new book in the series, I am fortunate enough that it does well enough that it goes high in the ranks for a while and that causes a sort of halo effect as people discover the previous books in the series for the first time and read through them with their Kindle Unlimited subscriptions, which generates a lot of page reads and therefore revenue. As I said before, a complete read through of Half-Elven Thief, the first book in a series by itself tends to get me around $1.30 to $1.50, depending on what the KU payout rate is that month. By contrast, if a Kindle Unlimited reader reads through all six books in the series, that tends to be around $8 to $8.50, which is a good chunk of revenue. These are often people who, as I mentioned in the previous point, would not have bought the individual ebooks. So that is potentially a big advantage, especially if you write in series and you regularly release in that series because then you get the halo effect to it. #6: It simplifies your ads and marketing strategy. I've often recommended to people who are just starting out self-publishing that it's a good idea to start on Amazon and KU and then see if they want to expand later because it's very simple to just manage one dashboard as opposed to like seven or eight different retailers. As self-publishers get more advanced experience, they tend to prefer to go wide. This also means that your ads are simplified because then you just have to worry about Amazon ads. You can do BookBub ads for KU books. I have not found that to be very advantageous because it's so expensive, but Amazon ads for KU books tend to be very effective and fairly cost effective so long as you monitor the costs and keep your cost per click and ad budget down closely. #7: KU has kind of what I call an immediacy bias. It definitely favors new material over older material. I would not say it's a good idea to take an old series out and put it in KU, especially if it's been on Amazon for several years because the Amazon algorithm definitely tends to reward newness. Self-publishers will talk about the 30, 60, and 90 day cliff where sales tend to drop off, partly from just the organic effect of the book having reached most of its target audience and partly because the Amazon algorithms stop pushing it so much once they reach those points. Kindle Unlimited really, really likes new stuff and I think they change the algorithms on a regular basis, but I think it gives a strong advantage to new stuff. So that ties in if you write a long series and publish new books in it on a regular basis, then you will probably see a strong advantage from that because each new additional book you published in the series will get that new book Halo Effect, which will then boost the other books in the series and that's happening with Half-Elven Thief right now with Dragon-Mage boosting the previous books in the series. #8: Don't plan on keeping your books in Kindle Unlimited forever. As I mentioned in previous episodes of this podcast, my strategy going forward is to only write three series at a time, two of which will be wide and one of which will be in Kindle Unlimited. Once Half-Elven Thief is finished, and I've written the ninth book in the series and it's all wrapped up, I will take it out of Kindle Unlimited and take it to the other platforms because of KU's newness bias. As I mentioned before, since I will no longer be writing new books in the Half-Elven Thief series, they will no longer get that halo boost of page reads from a new book and therefore it makes sense to take it out of Kindle Unlimited and then take it wide to other retailers. I know of other indie authors who do this. [They] will start out their series in Kindle Unlimited and then when it's complete, take it wide to other retailers and that is something I think is worth thinking about if you are publishing your book in Kindle Unlimited is that once the series is done and once you're no longer publishing new books that receive advantages from KU's preference for new material, it is definitely time to start thinking about taking the series out of Kindle Unlimited and putting it on other platforms. Indeed, this is advice I'm going to follow myself once Half-Elven Thief is finished. So there are eight potential reasons putting your book in Kindle Unlimited might be advantageous to you and now the question always tends to be a bit of a binary one is like, should my book be wide? Should my book be in Kindle Unlimited? The secret is there is no right answer. There is just the answer that is right for you and your individual circumstances at this point in time. Like I mentioned earlier, myself, I'm doing a hybrid strategy where most of my books remain wide and most of my new books are wide, but I do have one series in Kindle Unlimited that I am continuing and that might work for you if you write fast enough or it might work better for you to be wide. It might work what better for you to be in Kindle Unlimited. It is just important to reflect and soberly and honestly analyze the data and then make the best decision that is right for you and your self-publishing business. So that is it for this week. Thank you for listening to The Pulp Writer Show. I hope you found the show useful. A reminder that you can listen to all the back episodes at https://thepulpwritershow.com. If you enjoyed the podcast, please leave your review on your podcasting platform of choice. Stay safe and stay healthy and we'll see you all next week.  

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Building Your Dream Home: What Buyers Need to Know About New Construction There is something special about being the very first person to live in a home. Fresh paint. Brand-new appliances. Modern layouts. Energy-efficient systems. And perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to create a space that reflects your lifestyle and vision from day one. On a recent episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, Melissa Wallace and Boston Connect Real Estate agent Tracy Grady discussed everything buyers should know before purchasing a newly built home. From understanding the differences between custom homes and spec homes to navigating the building process and selecting finishes, they shared valuable insights for anyone considering new construction. Why Buyers Love New Construction One of the biggest draws of new construction is simple: everything is new. For many buyers, the appeal lies in being able to choose finishes, personalize features, and move into a home that has never been lived in before. Rather than spending years updating an existing property, buyers can often start with a clean slate and create a home that fits their needs from the beginning. Whether it's selecting cabinetry, countertops, flooring, paint colors, or designing a floor plan that works for your family, new construction offers a level of personalization that existing homes often cannot match. Understanding the Different Types of New Construction Not all new construction homes are created the same. Buyers should understand the different options available before beginning their search. Custom Homes A custom home is built specifically for the buyer. Typically, buyers select the lot, work with builders and architects, review plans, and make decisions about nearly every aspect of the home's design. From room layouts to finishes and upgrades, the customization possibilities are extensive. Custom homes offer the most flexibility but often come with longer timelines and more decision-making throughout the process. Semi-Custom Homes Semi-custom homes provide a balance between personalization and convenience. Builders often begin with a proven floor plan and allow buyers to modify certain elements, such as finishes, layout adjustments, and selected structural options. This approach allows buyers to personalize the home without starting entirely from scratch. Spec Homes A spec home is built before a buyer is identified. The builder selects the floor plan, finishes, and design elements based on market demand and current trends. Once construction is complete, the home is listed for sale. Spec homes are ideal for buyers who may not have the vision to imagine a home from plans alone and prefer seeing a finished product before making a decision. Model Homes Model homes showcase a builder's craftsmanship and available upgrades. These homes often include premium finishes, upgraded fixtures, custom millwork, enhanced kitchens, specialty tile work, and other features that help buyers visualize possibilities for their own home. When touring a model home, it's important to ask what features are included in the base price and which items represent upgrades. While model homes can provide great inspiration, not every feature may be included in the advertised starting price. The Importance of Buyer Engagement During Construction One of the most important takeaways from the discussion was the need for buyers to stay actively involved throughout the building process. Regular site visits, attending builder meetings, reviewing plans, and confirming selections help ensure that expectations remain aligned throughout construction. Communication matters. Builders, agents, and buyers all benefit when decisions are documented and confirmed throughout the process. Even small misunderstandings can become costly if they are discovered after construction has progressed. Staying engaged allows buyers to address concerns early and helps keep projects moving smoothly. When Is the Best Time to Buy in a New Development? Many buyers wonder whether they should purchase at the beginning or near the end of a development. While every situation is different, there are several advantages to purchasing early: More Lot Choices Early buyers typically have access to the most desirable lots and locations within the development. Greater Customization Opportunities When construction has not yet begun, buyers often have more flexibility to customize floor plans, finishes, and upgrades. Potential Equity Growth As developments progress, construction costs and pricing often increase. Buyers who purchase early may benefit from appreciation as additional homes are completed and sold. Of course, buying early also means living through some ongoing construction activity while the neighborhood is being completed. For many buyers, however, the long-term benefits outweigh the temporary inconveniences. Building More Than a Home, Building a Community One unexpected benefit of new construction developments is the sense of community that often develops before homeowners even move in. Future neighbors frequently meet while visiting construction sites, attending builder meetings, and watching their homes take shape. By the time move-in day arrives, many residents have already formed relationships and friendships with the people who will become their neighbors. The Advantages of New Construction Beyond personalization and modern design, new construction offers several practical benefits: Brand-new systems and appliances Energy-efficient windows, insulation, and HVAC systems Lower maintenance costs in the early years of ownership Builder warranties on workmanship and structural components Modern floor plans designed for today's lifestyles Updated building codes and construction standards Many builders also provide warranty coverage that gives buyers added peace of mind during their first years of homeownership. Is New Construction Right for You? New construction isn't simply about buying a house it's about creating a home that fits your lifestyle, goals, and future plans. Whether you're a growing family looking for space, a homeowner looking to right-size into a home designed for your next chapter, or someone who simply wants the opportunity to personalize every detail, new construction offers possibilities that existing homes often cannot. The key is understanding your options, asking the right questions, and working with experienced professionals who can help guide you through the process. At Boston Connect Real Estate, we've helped buyers navigate every stage of new construction—from selecting lots and floor plans to final walkthroughs and closing day. If you're considering building your dream home, our team is here to help you make informed decisions every step of the way. Because every move should be a moving experience. Watch our live video on Youtube!

Grant Paulsen and Logan Paulsen dive into the Take Command Mailbag in an action-packed episode of the pod. Commanders OTAs are in the past and mandatory minicamp is coming up next week... so the boys are back to take your questions in the latest edition of the mailbag including a potential series of breakdowns on Redskins legends, if the Commanders have first mover advantage early in their schedule due to their new coordinators, who Adam Peters' second best draft pick behind Jayden Daniels, how long it should be before you pass judgement on a draft pick, how player measurements online are often not accurate, how confident the boys are in their analysis this offseason, and more! Find out all that and more on this episode of Take Command!

Gus Waite had a long career in the Manhattan real estate market, at his peak owning an office with over 100 agents.  Today, he is an entrepreneur and AI consultant who specializes in transforming modern real estate operations, integrating artificial intelligence and setting up the Independent Broker's Collective. Gus has the perfect blend of practical and spiritual wisdom. 0.00:    Introduction 3.00:    Cycles of life 7.00:    Breaking into New York Real Estate by specialization 11.00   Real estate in the pre-internet years 17.00:  Advantages of boutique firms vs the big (private equity owned) companies 24.00:  Importance for independent brokers to have local experience 29.00:  What does an abundant life look like? 33.00:  My attitude with getting older 37.00:  Nobody is thinking about you so you might as well live the life you want to live 42.00:  Setting up the Independent Broker's Collective 50.00:  Recovery from Alcoholism, being 40 years sober and fatherhood  Until next time, love and good vibes.  Podcast Website: https://enterthelionheart.com/ Check out the latest episode here: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-the-lionheart/id1554904704 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tD7VvMUvnOgChoNYShbcI

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In this episode, we'll discuss Wells Fargo's Premier version of the Autograph Journey card, only available to Wells Fargo Premier clients.(01:04) - Almost identical to Autograph Journey, but this one is targeted to WF Premier customersLearn more about the Wells Fargo Premier Autograph Visa Infinite card here(02:09) - Advantages over the Autograph Journey(05:52) - Only available to Wells Fargo Premier clients(07:00) - Greg's experience(09:33) - First impressionsSubscribe and FollowVisit https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ to get updated on in-depth points and miles content like this, and don't forget to like and follow us on social media.Music Credit – “Ocean Deep” by Annie YoderMentioned in this episode:Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of Voyascape, a podcast network that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast NetworkVisit FrequentMiler.com Did you know that Frequent Miller is also a website? At frequentMiller.com, you'll find all the latest deals, news about points, miles, and rewarding credit cards, the single best, Best Credit Cards page on the web, guides to all popular rewards programs, and many other terrific resources. If you'd like to get our posts sent to your email, go to frequentMiller.com/subscribe and sign up for free. https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/

A @Christadelphians Video: [Inspiring] **Thought-Provoking & Insightful Video Summary** Join **We**, the Christadelphians, as we dive into the **outstanding** and often overlooked topic of **Bible translators and diversity** in this **revealing** expositional study. Have you ever wondered why there are so many versions of the Bible? This session unpacks how translation committees—and their diverse backgrounds—profoundly shape the Scriptures we read today. We explore the **wonderful** advantages of committee translations (guarding against bias, considering many opinions, catching errors) alongside the challenges (majority rules, less consistency). Using vivid examples from Jonah and Micah, we see how even a single Hebrew word like *olam* can be translated differently, affecting our understanding of prophecy and the Messiah. This is a **must-watch** for anyone seeking a richer, more informed approach to Bible reading.**Chapters** 00:00 - Introduction: Why translators and diversity matter 02:05 - The committee's influence: Majority rules and what gets lost 04:30 - A personal translation experiment (Jonah 1:1-4) 07:10 - Comparing the KJV, NIV, ESV, and NASB on Micah 5:2 10:30 - The Hebrew word *olam*: “Forever” or “ancient times”? 12:50 - How the NIV translators handled Micah 5:2 (and the minority view) 14:30 - Advantages of translation committees (4 key benefits) 16:00 - Disadvantages of committees (less consistency, less freedom) 17:30 - Conclusion & next session: Guarding against bias through diversity**Bible Verse Category**

Way back in the early days of the Camerosity Podcast, we did a show with Canon historian and author Peter Kitchingman, and recently as the gang looked back at what topics were worth revisiting we decided to come back to Canon rangefinders.  But what expert would we get this time?  As it turned out, Peter was available and willing to come back so we decided to retread this bountiful topic and deliver a "Part Deux" to Canon rangefinders. Joining Peter and the regular hosts were Greg Harp, another excellent resource for these cameras who has a great deal of knowledge, plus listeners A.J. Gentile, Ben Ryerson, Ira Cohen, Jeremy Scott, Joan, John Roberts, Norris Liu, William Smith, and Will Pinkham. We start off with some brief history and then get into some of the earliest Canon rangefinders like the original Canon and the slightly later Canon J and JII.  Moving onto the historically significant S, SII, and IIBs and eventually covering the II, III, and IV series.  We move along to the back loaders like the V, VI, P, and 7 series, covering various lenses, including the 0.95 Dream lens, a very rare original Canon mount wide angle lens, and others.  Greg and Peter even share a bit of knowledge about Canon's X-Ray cameras which they made during and after the war. Although a majority of you probably wanted to hear the most about the interchangeable lens models, we give some love to the fixed lens Canonet models like the trigger wind Canonet, the Canonet QL17 G-III, and even some of the more economically priced models. Unusual to a Camerosity episode, we largely stayed on topic for this only only slightly veering into one Argus lens (blame Mike for that), but we answer a bunch of questions such as why is having different magnification ratios for the rangefinder useful, why is having separate viewfinder and rangefinder windows better, and what role did Nippon Kogaku play in Canon's history. As always, the topics we discuss on the Camerosity Podcast are influenced by you!  Please don't feel like you have to be an expert on a specific type of camera, or have the level of knowledge on par with other people on the show.  We LOVE people who are into shooting or collecting cameras, no matter how long you've been doing it, so please don't consider your knowledge level to be a prerequisite for joining! The guys and I rarely know where each episode is going to go until it happens, so if you'd like to join us on a future episode, be sure to look out for our show announcements on our Camerosity Podcast Facebook page, the Camerosity Discord server, and right here on mikeeckman.com. We usually record every other Monday and announcements, along with the Zoom link are typically shared 2-3 days in advance. Our next episode will be number 110, and we listened to you all for a topic and you chose 110 "Pocket Instamatic" cameras.  This means the Pentax and Minolta 110 SLRs will definitely make an appearance, but in the event we can't fill a whole episode about 110 cameras, we are opening up the discussion to all 16mm subminiature cameras.  We will record Episode 110 on Monday, June 8th at 7pm Central Daylight Time, 8pm Eastern Daylight Time, and 6pm Canada Saskatchewan Time.  For more time zones, please consult the World Time Buddy calculator and plug in your time.  Make sure you set your calendars and look out for the show announcement at the usual locations and be prepared to join us! In This Episode Peter Kitchingman is Back / Peter Still has Hundreds of Copies of His Book for Sale A Show Listener Recently Picked up a Canon JII and Asked What it Was The Origins of Canon's Early Models / Rangefinder Less Canon J Nippon Kogaku's Role with the Early Canon Cameras / Serial Numbers are Difficult to Track Canon J-Mount vs Leica Thread Mount (24 tpi vs 26 tpi) / The Canon SII Was the First LTM Canon Canon Remained Profitable During the War Making X-Ray Cameras Mike Thinks the Rotating Prism Was One of Canon's Best Features Which Canon is Good for a First Time Canon Rangefinder Owner? Quick Ways to Differentiate a Canon II, III, and IV / Canon IV Sb The Never Ending Questions About the EP Mark Some Canon Sleeper Lenses / Canon Often Launched Cameras with Wide-Angle Options The Canon V-Series / Lever Wind Models and the VT Trigger Wind Models Japanese Summilix 50mm f/1.4 Canon Lens / Trigger Film Advances CR Skinner and the Canon 1950 Model / Origin of the Name "Dream Lens" Canon 7 / Canon f/0.95 Lens and its Use in Hollywood / Stanley Kubrick's f/0.7 Zeiss Planar Lens Differences Between the Canon 7s and 7sZ / Lenses with Hoods Which Block the Viewfinder Why Do Some Lenses Inexplicably Skyrocket in Value? / Influencers The Helios-44 is Influencer Proof / Getting Stuff from Ukraine Canon Made Some Decent Fixed Lens Rangefinders Too / Trigger Winds Canonet 19 / Canonet QL17 GIII / Canonet QL25 and 28 Models Canon Cameras at the Leitz Auction / Repainted Black Cameras Tips on Identifying a Repainted Camera vs an Original Painted Camera What Are the Advantages of Having Multiple Magnification Ratios in a Rangefinder? Auxiliary Viewfinders / Canon V and VIs Have Built in Automatic Parallax for Viewfinders Experiences with Canon or Konishiroku Collapsible 50/3.5 LTM Lenses Keeping a Record of Camera Provenance and History Links The Camerosity Podcast is now on Discord! Join Anthony, Paul, Theo, Stephen, and Mike on our very own Discord Server. Share your GAS and photography with other listeners in the Lounge or in our dedicated forums. If you have questions for myself or the other guys, we have an “Ask the Hosts” section as well where you can get your question answered on a future show! Check it out! https://discord.gg/PZVN2VBJvm. If you would like to offer feedback or contact us with questions or ideas for future episodes, please contact us in the Comments Section below, our Camerosity Facebook Group, Instagram page, or Discord server. 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Until recently when confronted with arranging a funeral there has been a choice between burial or cremation. However, in parts of the US, Canada and soon the UK a third choice can be possible.  Aquamation or as it is known technically “alkaline hydrolysis” is an alternative to traditional burials. The body of the deceased is placed in a pressurised stainless steel vessel and immersed in a mixture of water and alkali for three to four hours and heated to around 150C. During the process all the material is broken down leaving only the inorganic bone minerals which are then processed into powder and returned to the family in an urn. What is aquamation? What is the advantage of aquamation? What are the disadvantages of aquamation? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠What are the best holiday destinations?⁠ ⁠How can you manage your anger better?⁠ ⁠Why are famous women being targeted by transvestigations?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. First Broadcast: 2/2/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every single day living as a trans person in the US is an unending battle on dozens of different fronts, and it all adds up and takes a toll. Let's talk about what it's like when you're attacked every day, from every angle, and the constant fight that bigoted (or indifferent) cis people have turned our lives into. Actress and writer Nicole Maines returns to discuss deciding our own paths, and how there's a million and one ways to be a person. Listen up, Beverly! NICOLE MAINES Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/nicoleamaines.bsky.social Insta: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleamaines TEXT VERSION https://www.tillystranstuesdays.com/2024/08/06/the-constant-fight/ FURTHER READING (topics discussed with essays available at https://TillysTransTuesdays.com ) Hormone Replacement Therapy, Tucking and Binding, Trans Kids 1: Facts and Dangers, Trans Kids 2: The Intake Exam and Trans Flight, The False Dichotomy, 2022 US Trans Survey Results 1-4, Boymode/Girlmode, Gender Dysphoria, Trans Panic, Names and Pronouns, Misgendering and Passing, Trans Sports 1: Origins and "Advantages," Trans Sports 2: Science and Bigotry, Complete Trans Healthcare (or lack thereof), Legal Name and Gender Marker Change, Trans Representation in Media 2022, Trans Representation in Media 2023 1-3, Trans Representation in Media 2024 1-3, Trans Representation in Media 2025 1-4, Bad Representation: Lovecraft Country, Bad Representation: Emilia Perez, Chasers and the Fetishization of Trans Women 2: Reactions and Origins, TERFs, Trans Voices 1: Gendering, Trans Voices 2: Hearing the True You, Trans Rage 1: Stop Forgetting About Us, Trans Rage 2: Cis Apathy, The Erasure of Trans Men, Trans Politics 2: You Must Vote to Protect Us, Trans History 1: How and Why We Name Trans People in History, Trans Intersectionality REFERENCE MATERIAL Transgender teen asked to submit to TSA strip search - https://www.dailytarheel.com/article/2021/09/city-rdu-tsa-transgender-strip-search-lawsuit The Horrible Things That Happen to Trans People Going Through Airport Security - https://www.vice.com/en/article/transgender-airport-security-harassment-experiences-tsa/ Why It Took Decades for LGBTQ Stories to Be Included in Holocaust History - https://time.com/5953047/lgbtq-holocaust-stories/ New Research Reveals How the Nazis Targeted Transgender People - https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/new-research-reveals-how-the-nazis-targeted-transgender-people-180982931/ The Pink Triangle - https://www.thepinktriangle.com/history/symbol.html Excerpt read from Begin Transmission: The Trans Allegories of The Matrix - https://www.amazon.com/Begin-Transmission-trans-allegories-Matrix/dp/B0BY2FCSVX/ Special thanks to Daisy and Jane for the use of "Sorry Not Sorry" as our show's theme music. Please stop by and show your support at https://daisyandjane.bandcamp.com and https://soundcloud.com/daisyandjane --Please leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts/iTunes!-- Website: pendantaudio.com Bluesky: @pendantaudio.bsky.social‬

John Lee Dumas has published a podcast episode every single day for 14 years, leading to more than 5,000 episodes of Entrepreneurs on Fire. He records seven interviews in a single day each week, built a multimillion-dollar media business around the show, and put together 12 straight years of $100K+ months in net profit. But when I asked him what he'd do if he were starting a podcast today, he didn't hesitate. He said he would never launch an interview show. In fact, he called interview podcasts a waste of time for 99% of people making them today. Bold statement from someone who built his entire empire on one. So what would he do instead? He already tested it. John launched a second show built around a completely different model, and within months it was generating 5-figures a month while dominating a highly specific niche audience. In this episode, he breaks down exactly how he built it, and why he thinks it's the only kind of show worth starting in 2026.   Key Takeaways with John Lee Dumas (00:47) Daily Podcasting for 14 Years  (02:22) Creating a Great Interview Using AI (04:31) Publishing His Monthly Revenue for Years (07:20) The One Word Most Entrepreneurs Never Learn  (10:11) Compare And Despair (12:01) Why Most Podcasts Are Garbage  (13:31) Advice for Starting a Podcast 2026 (21:27) How Have His Monetization Channels Changed? (22:39) A $39 Journal Did $453K In 33 Days (24:45) F.O.C.U.S. — His Framework For Everything  (27:25) Advantages of Living in Puerto Rico (30:43) What He Learned from the Military (32:50) His #1 Advice For New Entrepreneurs   Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/6Mqu2jtox9c     Let's Connect: Website | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok | Twitter | Facebook

In this episode, Ania and Roy discuss the age-old debate: City or Village? They compare the pros and cons of living in a bustling city versus the peaceful countryside. Roy shares his experiences of living in a city in Ireland and his current life in a smaller town near Łódź, Poland. They cover vocabulary related to nature, city life, privacy, and the impact of our surroundings on our mental well-being. Plus, a surprise interruption from "hackers"  

Is it Time for a New Approach to Emotional Suffering? Advantages and Disadvantages of DSM Diagnoses Hosts: Kevin Cornelius, LMFT Dr. David Burns Episode Summary In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. David Burns and host Kevin Cornelius, LMFT explore a topic that shapes nearly every corner of modern mental health care: psychiatric diagnosis. For decades, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) has defined how clinicians diagnose, treat, and research emotional suffering. But what if many of these diagnostic categories don't represent distinct medical diseases? What if they are simply normal human emotions—like sadness, anxiety, or shame—occurring on a spectrum? Dr. Burns draws on decades of clinical experience, research, and insights from TEAM-CBT to question the assumptions behind psychiatric labeling. While diagnoses can sometimes reduce stigma or help people access care, they can also unintentionally shape identity, medicalize everyday emotional struggles, and distract from the real drivers of emotional pain. This episode offers a nuanced conversation about labels, measurement, therapy, and what actually helps people recover from depression and anxiety. In This Episode You'll Learn What the DSM is—and why it became so influential How the DSM functions as the "diagnostic bible" of psychiatry Why the system was originally designed for research standardization, not necessarily for everyday clinical treatment The difference between true mental disorders and normal emotional experiences Examples of genuine brain disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder Why many DSM diagnoses describe normal emotions taken to an extreme How everyday struggles became medical diagnoses Shyness becoming "social anxiety disorder" Chronic worry becoming "generalized anxiety disorder" Why time-based thresholds (like "14 days of depression") can be arbitrary The unintended consequences of diagnostic labels How labels can reinforce feelings of shame or defectiveness Why diagnoses can sometimes lead to over-medicalization and medication-focused care Why measurement matters more than diagnosis in therapy Dr. Burns explains how simple mood scales can quickly assess a patient's emotional state Research showing that DSM diagnoses often add little predictive value for treatment outcomes A surprising research finding After lengthy diagnostic interviews, clinicians were only 3–5% accurate at estimating patients' feelings in the moment What this reveals about the limits of traditional diagnostic approaches Why focusing on thoughts may be the key According to cognitive research, negative thoughts drive emotional suffering Effective therapy focuses on identifying and transforming these thoughts Hope for people who feel defined by a diagnosis Why diagnoses do not determine your ability to recover How targeted cognitive techniques can sometimes produce rapid improvements—even within a single session Benefits of Diagnosis (According to Dr. Burns) While the episode critiques diagnostic labeling, the conversation also highlights situations where diagnoses can help: Access to insurance coverage Eligibility for disability or academic accommodations Temporary relief from self-blame Clear communication in research studies Key Takeaway Mental health diagnoses can sometimes be useful administrative tools—but they should never define who you are. Real healing often comes from understanding the specific thoughts, moments, and experiences that drive emotional pain, and learning practical methods to change them. Mentioned in This Episode Dr. Burns' article: "Is It Time for a New Approach to Emotional Suffering?" (Psychology Today) TEAM-CBT approach to psychotherapy Brief Mood Survey and other measurement tools used in therapy Memorable Quote "We treat humans, not disorders." Connect & Learn More Read Dr. Burns' latest articles on Psychology Today Explore more tools and resources at FeelingGood.com Learn about TEAM-CBT training and techniques If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, sharing the podcast, or leaving a review. It helps more people discover tools for overcoming depression and anxiety. Let Us Know What You Think of This Episode Please use this link to take a very brief survey and share your opinion with us about this episode Contact Information Kevin Cornelius, LMFT is a Level 5 Certified Master TEAM-CBT Therapist and Trainer and the Clinical Director of Feeling Good Institute--Silicon Valley. He specializes in the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship problems and insomnia. You can reach Kevin at kevin@feelinggoodinstitute.com and visit his website at www.tools4change.me. You can reach Dr. Burns at david@feelinggood.com. Feeling down in these turbulent times? Take a ride on our Feeling Great app. Feeling Great feels wonderful! You owe it to yourself to feel GREAT! Give the Greatest Gifts of ALL--Love and Happiness!

Stay informed on current events, visit www.NaturalNews.com  - Goshen High Tech's Sodium Ion Battery Breakthrough (0:11) - Challenges with Current Battery Technology (4:04) - Advantages of Sodium Ion Batteries (6:37) - Applications and Market Impact (10:42) - Production and Availability (15:21) - Political and Economic Considerations (19:45) - Future Prospects and Personal Reflections (31:56) - China's Advancements in AI and Technology (45:24) - China's Infrastructure and Power Grid (1:04:50) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts (1:08:37) - Cyrus Jansen's Renewable Energy Investment (1:08:49) - Stuart Rhodes' Legal Update (1:11:25) - Challenges Faced by J6 Defendants (1:15:16) - Oath Keepers' Mission and Future Plans (1:19:25) - Deep State and Trump Administration (1:23:10) - Military Deployments and Treatment of Soldiers (1:32:40) - AI and Surveillance Technology (1:38:39) - Strong County Project (1:47:34) - Memorial Day Sale and Health Ranger Store (1:49:56) Watch more independent videos at http://www.brighteon.com/channel/hrreport  ▶️ Support our mission by shopping at the Health Ranger Store - https://www.healthrangerstore.com ▶️ Check out exclusive deals and special offers at https://rangerdeals.com ▶️ Sign up for our newsletter to stay informed: https://www.naturalnews.com/Readerregistration.html Watch more exclusive videos here:

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie is joined by Daniel Carrillo, Technical Sales and Training Expert at Airzone Control, to talk about A2L refrigerants, VRF zoning, and how new mitigation standards are changing HVAC system design. They discuss the challenges of using A2L equipment in residential and commercial spaces, how zoning systems can help improve airflow and safety, and why proper training is important for contractors. The conversation also covers common installation issues, communication errors, wiring practices, and how ducted zoning systems can improve comfort, efficiency, and room-by-room temperature control. In this conversation, Daniel and Gary discuss how A2L refrigerants are changing HVAC system design and why new mitigation standards are important for safety and airflow control. Daniel explains how zoning systems can help manage refrigerant dilution, improve comfort, and support better efficiency in VRF and ducted applications. Daniel and Gary also cover common installation issues, communication errors, wiring practices, and the importance of proper training when working with advanced zoning equipment and A2L systems. Expect to Learn: How A2L refrigerants are changing HVAC equipment and installation standards. How mitigation standards help improve safety and refrigerant dilution in occupied spaces. How zoning systems can improve comfort, airflow control, and energy efficiency. How communication errors and wiring issues can affect VRF and zoning equipment. How proper training and support can help contractors work with advanced HVAC systems.   Episode Highlights:  [00:00] - Sponsor Ad: Factory Direct Filters [00:42] - Intro to Daniel Carrillo in Part 1 [03:00] - A2L is slightly flammable, brings new regulations and mitigation standards [06:26] - How A2L affects VRF zoning - ductwork helps comply vs. wall mounts [09:32] - Top tech support tips: same supplier, training, don't fear calling [11:24] - Most common field issue: communication errors from loose connections [15:03] - Advantages of ducted zoning: fine-tuned air, no oversizing, better humidity control [19:08] - Four-room example - each room has its own climate, unused rooms get no air This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/hvacknowitall Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/ Factory Direct Filters: https://www.factorydirectfilters.com/ SupplyHouse: https://www.supplyhouse.com/tm Use promo code HKIA5 to get 5% off your first order at Supplyhouse! Follow the Guest Daniel Carrillo on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-carrillo-922262305/ Airzone Control - LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/company/airzonecontrol/ Airzone Control - Website: https://www.airzonecontrol.com/as/en/    Follow the Host on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/ LinkedIn - HVAC Know It All Inc.: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hvac-know-it-all-inc Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvacknowitall1/  Follow the Podcast on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HVACKnowItAll Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6LCBJGw0EHG03rdWHxUMce Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hvac-know-it-all-podcast/id1359253455

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The SC Supreme Court gave Alex Murdaugh's defense team something rare in criminal law — a ruling that identifies exactly where the prosecution crossed the line and signals to the next judge how to prevent it from happening again. Harpootlian and Griffin don't walk into Trial 2 hoping for a different outcome. They walk in with a specific plan built on advantages the court created for them.This Murdaugh channel episode traces each advantage. The financial evidence firewall lets the defense challenge every piece of financial testimony using the court's own published skepticism. The corruption narrative — a convicted clerk who tampered with the first jury — gives them a framing device for the entire trial. And three years with the full transcript means they've had time to identify every weakness in their first performance and build a retrial strategy designed to correct it.The testimony question is the wild card. A phone recording placed Murdaugh at the scene minutes before the alleged killings, contradicting his alibi. That recording forced him onto the stand the first time. It'll almost certainly force him again. The difference that matters is context — in Trial 1, he testified after the jury spent weeks hearing about his financial crimes. In Trial 2, with that evidence limited, he explains the lie to jurors who know far less about his history of deception. Whether that credibility shift changes the outcome is one of the defining questions of the retrial.The physical case for the defense hasn't changed but its prominence has. No DNA, no blood, missing weapons, no eyewitnesses, contaminated crime scene. In Trial 1, the financial narrative overshadowed these gaps. In Trial 2, they're front and center. Reasonable doubt requires uncertainty, not proof of innocence. The court's ruling gave the defense every tool it needs to create that uncertainty.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.HASHTAGS#AlexMurdaugh #DickHarpootlian #MurdaughDefense #MurdaughRetrial #SCSupremeCourt #TrueCrime #ReasonableDoubt #MurderTrial #SouthCarolina #HiddenKillers

A salary feels safe — until you realize it's a cage. In this solo episode, host John Odermatt shares the story of being unexpectedly laid off after 16 years in corporate America and how it forced him to confront how little control he had over his own income. He introduces the "eat what you kill" mindset — the idea that income should be a direct reflection of your skill, effort, and output. John breaks down the hidden trade-offs of salaried work, including the illusion of security and the slow erosion of purchasing power through inflation. He contrasts the salary cage with the hunter mentality, where immediate market feedback replaces annual performance reviews. John argues that the greatest risk isn't going out on your own — it's never finding out what you're truly capable of. He closes with practical, low-stakes advice for salaried workers who want to test the hunter life without blowing up their financial security. Chapters 0:00 – Introduction: The Salary Cage 1:18 – Sponsor: Good To Go Bodies 90-Day Fitness Program 2:42 – John's Story: 16 Years in Corporate America & Getting Laid Off 8:12 – Terminology: Where "Eat What You Kill" Comes From 13:04 – The Primal Satisfaction of Hunting for Your Income 21:24 – Salary vs. Entrepreneur: The Real Trade-Offs 22:01 – The Biggest Lie About Salary: It's Not Actually Secure 17:19 – The Advantages of the Hunter Mindset 21:25 – Why Doesn't Everyone Go Out on Their Own? 23:44 – Ed Mylett's Definition of Hell & The Real Risk of Playing It Safe 27:34 – How to Start Hunting Without Quitting Your Job SUPPORT LIONS OF LIBERTY: Help keep this podcast going! We rely on listener support to continue bringing you content on freedom, political reform, and personal empowerment. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lionsofliberty Support us on Locals: https://lionsofliberty.locals.com/ Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen – it makes a huge difference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Daoud reports that the Lebanon ceasefire has forced the IDF into static positions, giving Hezbollah tactical advantages for hit-and-run attacks. He contends that the Lebanese government lacks the means to disarm Hezbollah, as the group views its military power as existential. (13/16)1945 RECOVERY

13/16: Thaddeus McCotter analyzes how high gasoline prices and economic disruptions from the Iran conflict influence midterm elections. He notes that while minority parties usually have messaging advantages, the lack of clear strategic military objectives and persistent inflation create significant uncertainty for American voters and global markets.

Brice Izyah Talks Survivor 50 Ep 10 Rob Cesternino teams up with Purple Pants Podcast's Brice Izyah for a celebratory episode recap full of strategy, big reactions, and wild twists. With Brice on tour, sharing live audience insights from Survivor watch parties across the country, the duo delivers all the behind-the-scenes buzz fueling the biggest season yet. The conversation dives straight into Rick Devens' nail-biting Mr. Beast million-dollar coin flip, a moment that brings the house down at the Washington, D.C. watch party and changes the course of the game. Rob and Brice unpack the emotional highs and lows around the loved ones letter segment, with Brice longing for a classic on-island family visit and reflecting on how personal bonds shape strategic moves. Throughout, they analyze Cirie's near-flawless mid-to-late game navigation, from keeping Ozzy and the “Rizgod” close, to balancing shifting loyalties without attracting too much heat. The return of the Survivor auction leads to spirited debate about strategic spending, what's missing from classic Survivor, and the legend of the cursed margarita. Rob and Brice also spotlight generational divides in gameplay, from Stephenie's old-school approach to the “Rizgod's” modern, unpredictable style. Key moments include: – Rick Devens' make-or-break coin flip with Mr. Beast and the live audience's electric response – Cirie's cool strategic grip and her alliance management as the endgame approaches – The highs and lows of the Survivor auction and whether anyone should trust the margarita – The evolving rivalry between old-school integrity and new-school adaptability – Brice and Rob's hilarious debate over who is Season 50's “freakiest freak,” with Coach's toe ring taking the spotlight With the final Tribal Councils looming, Rob and Brice challenge each other about who will make the decisive move, will Cirie's allies stay true, or will the shifting sands spark one more epic blindside? 0:00 Brice Joins to Discuss Survivor 50 04:05 Live Reaction: Rick Devens Coin Flip 09:03 Mr. Beast Cameo, Idol and Auction Reactions 13:03 Rick Devens' Destiny with the Coin 17:41 Survivor Auction: Food, Advantages, Bidding 24:03 Cirie, Ozzy, Rizgod Running the Game 31:41 Tiffany's Late-Game Rise and Strategy 38:04 Season 50 Delivering for the Fans 49:33 Why Players Target Rick Devens 62:03 Joe: Toyota Corolla of Survivor 50 68:18 Cirie's Masterclass: What's Different Now 72:32 Who's the Freakiest Freak This Season? 78:41 Brice's Wishlist: Future Survivor Twists To pre-order Rob’s book, The Tribe and I Have Spoken, visit www.robhasabook.com Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Fan-Submitted Advantages Brandon Donlon welcomes special guests Omar Zaheer and Zach Wurtenberger for a jam-packed “Advantages” episode devoted to the most inventive twists and powers fans can dream up. In this lively roundtable, the trio puts 30 fan-submitted advantage ideas under the microscope, ranking, debating, and riffing on which ones would actually make for unforgettable gameplay and which might turn the game upside-down. Brandon, Omar, and Zach dive straight into the chaos, exploring everything from the creative “Captain Phillips Hostage Advantage” (where you tie your fate to an ally or enemy) to the risky “Hot Potato Idol” that must change hands each round to stay active. Discussion heats up over social chaos mechanics like the “Bounty Advantage,” twisty idol plays, and the impact of public versus secret advantages. Omar shares his behind-the-scenes insight on how classic Survivor moments inspired these new spins, and all three reveal which ideas they would love (or hate) to see on a future New Era season, especially if mutinies, swap powers, or even cross-tribe secret mail enter the game. – Omar Zaheer's take on mutiny and idol twists, including his “Bruno Mars Gambler Idol” – The crew's heated debate over the practicality and fairness of public bounty advantages – Panel favorites and duds: which fan ideas inspire strategy, suspense, and real Survivor moments? – Zach Wurtenberger's perspective on returning player seasons and secret cross-tribe notes – Live polling for the wildest advantage. Find out which pitch topped the fan vote! The episode ends with a big reveal: which advantage did fans crown as the best (and which totally flopped)? Will the next big twist reward bold strategy, or will chaos reign? Jump in for a deep dive into the wildest side of Survivor gameplay and see if your favorite advantage idea made the cut! Don't miss this advantage-packed episode. Tune in to see which twist breaks through and what Omar, Zach, and Brandon want to see in the game next. Never miss a minute of RHAP's extensive Survivor coverage! LISTEN: Subscribe to the Survivor podcast feed WATCH:  Watch and subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!