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This is a free preview of a paid episode (38 min), exclusively available on our subscriber-only premium feed. Become a premium subscriber to tune into the full episode: ⁠https://cubicletoceo.co/podcast⁠ Questions about our premium podcast subscription? Send us a DM ⁠@cubicletoceo Dana Hork is a transformational brand leader, entrepreneur, and founder and CEO of Beers with Friends, an agile creative agency helping ambitious brands solve high stakes creative challenges in just five days. Dana partners with founders, CMOs and marketing leaders to unlock fast, high impact brand solutions through the agency's signature beer run sprint approach, delivering expert driven creativity without the bureaucracy of traditional agencies. And it's actually this exact beer run strategy that really caught our eye. Continuing our series on unique ways to market a service, product, or offer in 2026, Dana shares why her agency packages their services like a direct-to-consumer beer brand. This case study unlocks how this unexpected positioning keeps Beers With Friends memorable and their client pipeline full. Connect with Dana: www.bwfagency.com IG: @getbeerswithfriends https://www.linkedin.com/in/danahork/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/beerswithfriends https://youtube.com/@beerswithfriends If you enjoyed today's episode, please: Post a screenshot & key takeaway on your IG story and tag us ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@cubicletoceo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ so we can repost you. ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe to ⁠⁠our premium feed⁠⁠ for case-study style interviews every Monday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This one is a grounding exhale.Today, we're bringing you a powerful conversation from the We Are For Good Summit with our friend Seth Godin — it's for anyone carrying the weight of leadership in uncertain times.Because here's the truth: uncertainty isn't a season anymore. It's the environment. And if you're feeling the pressure, the risk, the emotional toll of caring deeply about work that matters… you are not alone.Seth challenges us to rethink what risk really is (hint: it's the feeling of risk that trips us up), why attachment fuels burnout, and how trust is built — and burned — through small, consistent actions. We talk about belonging and leadership, and about the courage it takes to stay in the arena when the outcomes aren't guaranteed.We also dig into:How to innovate when nothing feels stableRebuilding trust through behavior, not brandingUsing AI as a tool (without losing our humanity)Communicating experimentation and risk to donorsLetting go of entanglements that keep us stuckAnd why agency — not compliance — is the futureSeth reminds us that we didn't sign up for perfect — we signed up to keep moving toward better. To feel the fear and move forward anyway, tell the truth, bring people together, and stay responsible to the work we care about. If you're tired but still called, questioning but still committed, this conversation is for you.

We sat down at Super Bowl Media Row with Alex Beglinger (Football Operations) and Henry Organ (Co-Founder) of Disruptive Sports Agency to break down what REALLY happens behind the scenes in the NFL. From the coaching carousel drama to NIL money changing college football forever, this episode dives into:

Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training "How many people can this replace?" is the wrong question to ask about AI. The better question is, "What could my team do if all the busywork disappeared?" Today's featured guest unpacks how he's embedded AI across a 12-year-old agency, why it's increased hiring instead of reducing it, and what it actually takes to make AI stick culturally, not just technically. Gilad Bechar is the founder and CEO of Moburst, a global digital transformation agency that started as a mobile marketing shop and evolved into a full-service growth partner for some of the biggest brands in the world, Google, Microsoft, Uber, Samsung, and more. Over the past 12 years, Moburst has completed five acquisitions and continues to acquire two to three companies per year, intentionally expanding capabilities to become a true one-stop growth shop. In our previous conversation, we talked about acquisitions and scale. This time, we focused on what Gilad calls the next major accelerator: AI. In this episode, we'll discuss: AI is NOT a side project. AI adoption could result in more hiring, not less How your agency team could see AI as a career transformation Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources This episode is brought to you by Wix Studio: If you're leveling up your team and your client experience, your site builder should keep up too. That's why successful agencies use Wix Studio — built to adapt the way your agency does: AI-powered site mapping, responsive design, flexible workflows, and scalable CMS tools so you spend less on plugins and more on growth. Ready to design faster and smarter? Go to wix.com/studio to get started. Treating AI as a Strategic Priority, Not a Side Project One of the biggest mistakes agencies make with AI is delegating it too low in the organization. Gilad knew early on that AI wasn't a trend; it was an operational shift. Instead of hiring a junior "AI manager" or tasking a developer with experiments, he hired a VP of AI and gave that role real authority. The mandate was simple but uncomfortable: if you're doing things in 2026 the same way you did them in 2024, you're already behind. That level of change creates friction, especially in senior teams with decades of experience. Gilad was clear that AI adoption couldn't be optional or political. A manager shouldn't have to "fight" a director or VP to change how work gets done. By putting AI leadership at the VP level, Moburst removed that bottleneck entirely. AI wasn't framed as "your work is wrong." It was framed as "your work could be 10x more effective if we rethink the process." They backed this up structurally. Every team has an AI Champion, someone who spends 20–30% of their time driving AI adoption within their department while still doing real client work. On top of that, there's a central AI team building protocols, agents, workflows, and even new products. The result: AI becomes part of how the agency operates, not something people dabble in when they have extra time (which no one ever has). Why AI Led to More Hiring, Not Less There's a persistent fear among agency teams that AI equals layoffs. Gilad's experience has been the opposite. The original internal goal was to increase billable capacity per employee by 50%. On paper, that could mean doing the same revenue with fewer people. In reality, what happened was far more interesting: revenue per employee increased and demand exploded. When Moburst started showing clients what was possible, new automations, new AI-powered offerings, faster insights, smarter execution, it unlocked more budget. Clients didn't just buy services; they bought innovation. They talked about it internally. They shared it with peers. And that momentum brought in larger, more sophisticated opportunities. Gilad shared an example where Moburst won two Fortune 10 companies in Q4, one of which came in looking for a media agency. Media alone would've won the pitch. But what sealed the deal was showing how the brand could improve visibility and positioning across AI-driven discovery platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Claude. This is the key shift: AI freed up time and raised the ceiling on value. Instead of spending hours exporting spreadsheets, building decks, or manually stitching reports together, teams could focus on thinking, collaborating, and creating new growth levers for clients. That's not a cost-cutting story. That's a growth story. Using AI to Upgrade People, Not Replace Them Another overlooked benefit of AI is internal career transformation. Gilad talked openly about roles that are likely to disappear as platforms automate more of the execution. Media buying is a great example. When Google and Meta are telling the market that campaigns will soon require little more than a credit card and a website, the writing is on the wall. Instead of pretending that isn't happening, he decided to lean into it. Media managers, content managers, and BI specialists were given the opportunity to reskill, moving into AI-focused roles where their domain knowledge still mattered, but their output multiplied. A content manager could become an AI workflow designer. A media buyer could evolve into someone who builds and manages intelligent systems instead of manually tweaking campaigns. This reframes AI from a threat into leverage. Employees aren't stuck defending outdated tasks; they're learning future-proof skills. That mindset shift alone changes morale, retention, and performance. Building a Culture of AI Sharing and Experimentation At his agency, Gilad made sharing AI knowledge non-optional. Every week, AI Champions review what's new in the AI world and translate it into what this means for our teams right now. Monthly hackathons focus the entire team on eliminating one manual process at a time. And then there's AI Week—a multi-day internal event where every team presents what they built, what worked, and what failed. The presentations aren't dry. Teams tell stories. They demo workflows. They show where things broke and how they pivoted. Some even use AI-generated video to walk through the narrative. That transparency matters. Failure isn't hidden, it's shared. And that creates trust, speed, and cross-team learning. One team's solution becomes another team's shortcut. Ideas jump departments. People start asking, "How could this apply to my work?" That's when AI stops being a tool and starts becoming a multiplier. The Bigger Takeaway for Agency Owners You don't need a VP of AI tomorrow. You don't need hackathons or AI week or 16 champions. But you do need to take the first step. AI adoption doesn't start with tools. It starts with ownership. Someone has to be accountable for asking, "If we rebuilt this process today, would we still do it this way?" Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our Agency Blueprint. Designed for agency owners like you, our Agency Blueprint helps you uncover growth opportunities, tackle obstacles, and craft a customized blueprint for your agency's success.

On this episode Bryan and Josh drive into Promise Mascot Agency, developed by Kaizen Game Works, the team behind Paradise Killer. Released in April 2025 for Windows, Switch, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, the game blends open-world driving, management sim mechanics, visual novel storytelling, and crime drama into an experience Bryan called his Game of the Year 2025. Set in the cursed town of Kaso-Machi, the story follows exiled yakuza lieutenant Michizane “Michi” Sugawara (voiced by Takaya Kuroda) as he attempts to repay a debt by rebuilding a failing mascot agency alongside his chaotic, foul-mouthed assistant Pink, a literal severed finger with a heart of gold. We explore how the game's “PS2-feeling” open world, bizarre truck physics, card-battling support system, and management mechanics shouldn't work on paper but absolutely do in practice. Buoyed by an infectious east-meets-west soundtrack from Alpha Chrome Yayo and Ryo Koike, Promise Mascot Agency delivers a potent dose of earnest absurdity.From negotiating mascot wages and launching Pinky out of a truck-mounted cannon to debating civic policy and upgrading town landmarks, every system feeds into a larger story about found family, labor, accountability, and rebuilding community. So hop into your mascot laden truck and listen in as Bryan and Josh discuss Promise Mascot Agency!Three Word Reviews:Bryan - Uplifting Offbeat SincerityJosh - A Rambling Tale

Welcome to The Chrisman Commentary, your go-to daily mortgage news podcast, where industry insights meet expert analysis. Hosted by Robbie Chrisman, this podcast delivers the latest updates on mortgage rates, capital markets, and the forces shaping the housing finance landscape. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just looking to stay informed, you'll get clear, concise breakdowns of market trends and economic shifts that impact the mortgage world.In today's episode, we look at the latest partnerships and Agency profit drivers from around mortgage industry. Plus, Robbie sits down with MakeMyMove's Evan Hock for a discussion on new data that shows that many financially stable, middle-income households are being priced out of homeownership in major metros notby monthly affordability but by lack of access, prompting relocations to smaller regional hubs where similar housing costs unlock ownership, stability, and better quality of life. And we close by looking at the end of this month's auction slate from the U.S. Treasury.This week's podcasts are sponsored by FirstClose. FirstClose Equity gets you to closings faster by empowering borrowers with vital property decisioning data. It is the only end-to-end digital HELOC & HEL solution built specifically for home equity.

Join us for a lively conversation as we meet the 2026 Laing Lecturer, Dr. Meghan Sullivan, who explores how Christian faith provides a profound framework for navigating AI's ethical challenges. Though a serious topic with deep philosophical underpinnings, Meghan offers practical insights and ideas about the human implications of the DELTA framework (Dignity, Embodiment, Love, Transcendence, and Agency). In her work at Notre Dame, these are the key pillars underpinning an ethical approach to AI that ensures we don't lose sight of what makes us human and gives us hope for the future of our humanity and relationships.We delve into how AI challenges our notions of dignity and embodiment, and why love must remain the central organizing principle of our lives. Megan also addresses the environmental and political implications of AI, advocating for responsible stewardship and ethical boundaries. Her insights offer a practical guide for individuals and communities to engage with AI thoughtfully and faithfully.If you want to hear more, join us March 23-24 at Regent College for the 2026 Laing Lectures!Meghan's BioDr. Meghan Sullivan is the Wilsey Family College Professor of Philosophy at the University of Notre Dame, where she directs the university-wide Ethics Initiative and co-founded the popular “God and the Good Life” course. Meghan holds degrees from the University of Virginia, the University of Oxford, and Rutgers University. Her research explores time, value, and the role of love and meaning in human life. She's the author of Time Biases and co-author of The Good Life Method, and she leads major projects on ethics, social transformation, and how philosophy can guide us toward flourishing lives. She will join us at Regent for the 2026 Laing Lectures, March 23-24, in the Regent Chapel, where she will present on “Faith-Based Ethics for a World of Powerful AI.”Regent College Podcast Thanks for listening. Please like, rate and review us on your podcast platform of choice and share this episode with a friend. Follow Us on Social Media Facebook Instagram Youtube Keep in Touch Regent College Summer Programs Regent College Newsletter

Have you considered how much potential your agency loses each day simply because of tasks that should be automated? Could the real barrier to your growth be the silent drain of manual work you've unknowingly accepted as normal? In this episode of The Agency Blueprint podcast, we discuss the hidden cost of inefficiency that agencies overlook far too often. We explore how repetitive, low-value tasks quietly kill profitability, drain creative energy, and slowly smother the passion that agency owners once felt at the beginning of their journey. Don't miss this episode to learn how, by embracing automation and AI, you can reclaim valuable time, elevate team performance, and reignite the creativity required for meaningful growth! Key Questions: [00:55] Are manual processes slowly killing your agency's profitability and creativity without you realizing it? [03:56] Which repetitive tasks do you perform five or more times per week that could instantly be automated? [10:54] How much time and energy would you reclaim if all your small administrative tasks vanished tomorrow? [13:54] What is the real cost of refusing to automate, and how much capacity could you gain with just one simple workflow? [22:39] What small task have you repeated multiple times this week that could become your next automation win? What You'll Discover: [01:53] How to stop letting circumstances dictate your agency's direction and instead build the world you want. [03:56] How automation can replace hours of tedious bookkeeping work, unlocking time for higher-value tasks. [06:03] How automating overflow work can free your time and your team's, creating capacity across your entire organization. [07:34] The emotional toll of repetitive tasks and how they slowly chip away at an owner's creativity and passion. [09:08] The emotional trap of wanting to feel “needed,” even when it leads to burnout. [10:54] Reframing burnout as a symptom of doing work that drains energy instead of fuels it. [13:54] A simple framework for starting automation, even if you're non-technical or feel overwhelmed. [15:03] The financial cost of having high-skill team members perform low-skill manual tasks. [16:25] The difference between eliminating waste and replacing people, plus a warning to agencies ignoring basic automation. [19:08] The importance of clean data as a foundational step toward successful automation. [20:35] The inconsistency of human work and how automation minimizes errors and bottlenecks. [22:35] How small automations lead to compounding improvements in agency capacity and growth. [23:19] Why doing repetitive tasks manually in 2026 is a strategic choice, and an expensive one.

In this episode, I sit down with Susan Bratton, the “Intimacy Expert to Millions,” for a powerful conversation on grief, pleasure, sexual liberation, and lifelong vitality. We begin with how to hold rage and overwhelm without losing access to joy, and expand into how pleasure regulates the nervous system and restores power. Susan shares her work on ageless sexuality, orgasmic expansion, desire in long-term relationships, and why generosity — not performance — is the key to reigniting intimacy. We explore entheogens, radical honesty, and the idea that sexual literacy is a deeply agentic act in a culture shaped by repression.An uncensored conversation on pleasure as medicine, erotic agency, and the regenerative power of intimacy.In this episode you'll hear:00:00 Intro: Grief, Rage & Why Pleasure Is Essential08:13 Sexual Repression, Agency & the Documentary Behind Closed Doors18:59 Entheogens, Orgasm & Collective Connection33:10 Why Desire Fades & How to Reignite It42:04 Yoni Massage, Generosity & Moving Beyond “Duty Booty”50:04 Affairs, Accountability & The Erotic Work of Vulnerability55:34 Sensate Focus, Expanded Orgasm & Training the Nervous System for PleasureTHE SKINNY ON OUR SEXY GUESTSusan Bratton, known as the “Intimacy Expert to Millions,” is a passionate advocate for lifelong desire, connection, and ageless sexuality. She is the co-founder and CEO of Personal Life Media, Inc., publisher of the Better Lover

This is a recap of the top 10 posts on Hacker News on February 25, 2026. This podcast was generated by wondercraft.ai (00:30): Danish government agency to ditch Microsoft software (2025)Original post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47149701&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(01:58): Never buy a .online domainOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47151233&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(03:26): Amazon accused of widespread scheme to inflate prices across the economyOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47145907&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(04:54): New accounts on HN more likely to use em-dashesOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47152085&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(06:22): Anthropic Drops Flagship Safety PledgeOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47145963&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(07:50): Claude Code Remote ControlOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47148454&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(09:18): US orders diplomats to fight data sovereignty initiativesOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47152252&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(10:46): Following 35% growth, solar has passed hydro on US gridOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47154009&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(12:14): Jimi Hendrix was a systems engineerOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47157224&utm_source=wondercraft_ai(13:42): Bus stop balancing is fast, cheap, and effectiveOriginal post: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47153798&utm_source=wondercraft_aiThis is a third-party project, independent from HN and YC. Text and audio generated using AI, by wondercraft.ai. Create your own studio quality podcast with text as the only input in seconds at app.wondercraft.ai. Issues or feedback? We'd love to hear from you: team@wondercraft.ai

The latest guest on The PR Week podcast is Armando Azarloza, CEO of Axis Agency.  He talks about the Hispanic market in the U.S. and why it must be a focus of any brand marketing campaign and not just an afterthought. He also discusses Bad Bunny's performance at Super Bowl LX and his time working for the late first lady Nancy Reagan.  Plus, the biggest marketing and communications news of the week, including Omnicom's first earnings report since acquiring Interpublic Group, Alexis Williams' promotion at Target and the 2026 PRWeek Communicator of the Year.  We also pay tribute to sports PR pioneer Alan Taylor, who passed away this month.  PRWeek.comTheme music provided by TRIPLE SCOOP MUSICJaymes - First One Follow us: @PRWeekUSReceive the latest industry news, insights, and special reports. Start Your Free 1-Month Trial Subscription To PRWeek Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In 2004, Wells Fargo's internal audit flagged a problem: employees felt they couldn't hit sales targets without gaming the system.The scandal broke 12 years later.Two million fake accounts.Thousands fired.Billions in fines.No one set out to commit fraud.They optimized for the metric.In this Sharp Cut, we break down Goodhart's Law — when a measure becomes a target, it ceases to be a good measure — and show how the same pattern is operating inside marketing departments right now.We examine:Why CTR has near-zero correlation with brand growth (Nielsen, LinkedIn, Tracksuit data)How short-term ROAS creates long-term decline (Binet & Field)Why agency compensation structures reward activity over effectivenessThe MQL trap in B2BThe “cheap CPM” illusion and the cost of dull mediaAnd then we offer a prescription:How to redesign your metrics so they can't be gamed.How to pair opposing indicators.How to measure mental vs physical availability.How to ensure your dashboard actually changes decisions.This is not a rant about bad marketers.It's a structural critique of broken incentive systems.Because marketing doesn't drift by accident.It drifts because incentives are misaligned.Episode 1 of a three part series.Key Takeaways:Incentives can lead to unintended consequences in marketing.Goodhart's Law highlights the dangers of misaligned metrics.Wells Fargo's scandal exemplifies the risks of poor incentive structures.Digital advertising metrics often fail to correlate with brand outcomes.Short-term ROAS focus can deplete future demand.Agency compensation models may incentivize spending over effectiveness.MQL culture can overwhelm sales with low-quality leads.Cheap impressions may not translate to real engagement.Marketers should audit metrics for potential gaming.Effective measurement requires aligning metrics with business goals.Chapters:00:00 - Introduction 02:47 - The Wells Fargo Scandal: A Case Study05:50 - Understanding Goodhart's Law09:00 - The Metrics Trap: Digital Advertising Insights12:01 - The Short-Term ROAS Trap14:54 - Agency Compensation and MQL Culture17:58 - The Importance of Metrics and Accountability20:59 - Recap and Final Thoughts

AI is changing communications and marketing faster than most organizations can keep up.In this in-depth conversation, I'm joined by Ephraim Cohen, Global Head of Data and Digital at FleischmanHillard, to explore how leading agencies are actually using AI in real workflows, not as experiments, but as everyday tools that improve strategy, creativity, and decision making.

While nearly all major federal agencies saw staffing declines in the first half of 2025, the size of those separations varied. NASA's workforce, along with civilian staff at the Defense Department, declined by less than 5%. But the Education Department lost more than 20% of its workforce in the same timeframe. That's all according to new data analysis from the Government Accountability Office. GAO says it will continue issuing updates on federal workforce staffing changes over time.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brother Mike Harris asks: Is Genesis more than a love story? A closer reading of  the Hebrew text and well scene uncovers a covenant story about Jesus and His covenant people.YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/n4GxzU5BGAYALL EPISODES/SHOW NOTESfollowHIM website: https://www.followHIM.coFREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKSNew Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBookOld Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastOTBookBook of Mormon: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastBMBook  WEEKLY NEWSLETTER https://tinyurl.com/followHIMnewsletter  SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followHIMpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastTIMECODE:00:00 Part 1 - Brother Mike Harris00:05 Teaser05:40 Bio07:03 Come, Follow Me Manual08:51 How does God bless family?11:48 President Oaks reflects on losing his wife15:33 Multiply and replenish18:46 Land indicated covenant22:51 Agency is honored24:55 The land is symbol of heaven29:17 Elder Holland giving his life for the Lord31:43 Camels and covenant marriage33:56 God blesses through covenant35:28 The well motif and covenant marriage41:11 Elder Bednar: Covenant connection44:18 Who says, “I will go?”46:24 Terrible movies and the language of symbolism49:59 Damsel and covenant Israel54:33 The covenant is joyous57:04 Lifting up their eyes58:28 Book of Mormon parallels1:03:07 Rebekah and Isaac meet1:08:51 Sarah dies1:12:10 End of Part 1 - Brother Mike HarrisThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish TranscriptsAmelia Kabwika: Portuguese TranscriptsHeather Barlow: Communications DirectorSydney Smith: Social Media, Graphic Design "Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com

Hala Taha's mindset was pushed to its breaking point by relentless rejection, discrimination, and loss. After three years of unpaid sacrifice at Hot 97, being fired and blackballed, repeatedly passed over for promotion, and ultimately losing her father to COVID, she had every reason to quit. But instead of waiting for permission, she rebuilt her psychology from the ground up, stacked her unique strengths, and carved out her own path. In this MIT keynote speech, Hala shares her raw, unfiltered come-up story and the exact mindset shifts that fueled her self-improvement and helped her build a profitable life and business against all odds. In this episode, Hala will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (05:18) Her Father's Grit and Palestinian Roots (08:41) Growing Up Between Two Worlds (15:51) Hot 97: Working for Free and Getting Blackballed (21:16) The Sorority of Hip Hop and MTV Rejection (28:35) Losing Her Father to COVID-19 in 2020 (37:54) Her Secrets to Profiting in Life (43:47) Audience Q&A Hala Taha is the host of Young and Profiting, a top 10 business and entrepreneurship podcast on Apple and Spotify. She's the founder and CEO of YAP Media, an award-winning social media and podcast production agency, as well as the YAP Media Network, where she helps renowned podcasters like Russell Brunson, Jenna Kutcher, and Neil Patel grow and monetize their shows. Through her work, Hala has become one of the most influential creator-entrepreneurs in podcasting. Sponsored By: Indeed - Get a $75 sponsored job credit to boost your job's visibility at Indeed.com/profiting Shopify - Start your $1/month trial at Shopify.com/profiting. Spectrum Business - Keep your business connected seamlessly with fast, reliable Internet, Phone, TV, and Mobile services. Visit https://spectrum.com/Business to learn more. Northwest Registered Agent - Build your brand and get your complete business identity in just 10 clicks and 10 minutes at northwestregisteredagent.com/paidyap Framer - Publish beautiful and production-ready websites. Go to Framer.com/profiting and get 30% off their Framer Pro annual plan. Quo - Run your business communications the smart way. Try Quo for free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to quo.com/profiting Working Genius - Take the Working Genius assessment and discover your natural gifts and thrive at work. Go to workinggenius.com and get 20% off with code PROFITING Experian - Manage and cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reduce your bills. Get started now with the Experian App and let your Big Financial Friend do the work for you. See experian.com for details. Huel -  Get all the daily nutrients you need with Huel. Grab Huel today and get 15% OFF with my code PROFITING at huel.com/PROFITING.  Resources Mentioned: Hala's Podcast, Young and Profiting: bit.ly/_YAP-apple  Hala's Agency, YAP Media: yapmedia.com    Active Deals - youngandprofiting.com/deals  Key YAP Links Reviews - ratethispodcast.com/yap YouTube - youtube.com/c/YoungandProfiting Newsletter - youngandprofiting.co/newsletter  LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/htaha/ Instagram - instagram.com/yapwithhala/ Social + Podcast Services: yapmedia.com Transcripts - youngandprofiting.com/episodes-new  Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship Podcast, Business, Business Podcast, Self Improvement, Self-Improvement, Personal Development, Starting a Business, Strategy, Investing, Sales, Selling, Psychology, Productivity, Entrepreneurs, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Marketing, Negotiation, Money, Finance, Side Hustle, Startup, Mental Health, Career, Leadership, Mindset, Health, Growth Mindset, Habits, Positivity, Human Nature, Human Psychology, Critical Thinking, Robert Greene, Chris Voss, Robert Cialdini 

Shirley Washenko is a survivor of sexual abuse who now shares a powerful message of hope and healing for those who have endured similar trauma. Through her own journey, she has discovered that true healing is possible through the Atonement of Jesus Christ. On this week's episode, Shirley testifies that the peace and restoration she has found are worth every effort and that utilizing the Atonement of Jesus Christ has the power to bless generations. 3:04- Personal Testimony 7:16- Healing Doctrines  12:24- What Is and Is Not Forgiveness 20:04- Healing Affects Generations 22:52- Digging Up the Past? 30:15- Agency and Physical Bodies 37:51- Alma the Younger 43:17- Approaching Stats Without Fear 47:13- Infuriating Unfairness 52:04- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?  "You are worth it. You are worth healing and becoming your most divine, true, whole, complete self. You're worth speaking your story. Your voice really does matter. Your story really matters and your healing really matters."  Links: "Healing After Sexual Abuse"- https://www.deseretbook.com/product/P6078641.html?utm_source=ldsliving&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=13099-00001401&utm_id=13099  "Infuriating Unfairness" talk by Elder Renlund: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/25renlund?lang=eng

Derek Rishmawy and Alastair Roberts take up the problem of Christian doomerism in an age of AI development, geopolitical instability, and algorithmic anxiety — diagnosing why our moment feels uniquely threatening, then building a theology and practice of realistic hope from the Sermon on the Mount, the Psalms, eschatology, and the concrete habits (prayer, scripture, crocheting) that keep despair at bay. — Get your copy of Mere Orthodoxy's ebook, Spiritual Formation for the Family, by going to http://mereorthodoxy.com/family Mere Fidelity is a podcast from Mere Orthodoxy and is listener-supported. If you would like to support this work, become a Mere Orthodoxy Member today at http://mereorthodoxy.com/membership Get 30% of the Baker Book of the Month, R30 Key Moments in the History of Christianity: Inspiring True Stories from the Early Church Around the World, by going to: http://bakerbookhouse.com/pages/mere-fidelity Apply for fall 2026 admission to Beeson Divinity School's MDiv (or M.Div., your choice) and be considered for a full-tuition scholarship: https://bit.ly/beesonscholarships — Chapters 00:00 – The Problem of Living in Interesting Times 05:05 – I Call All Times Interesting 11:52 – Agency 17:34 – Hope at Rock Bottom 28:03 – The Benefits of Apocalypse 32:39 – Eschatology 36:13 – Practically Constructing Hope 42:03 – Investing in Future Generations 49:06 – Back to Basics  

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Would you like access to our advanced agency training for FREE? https://www.agencymastery360.com/training Most agency owners start out chasing freedom and then wake up one day realizing they've built a job they can't escape. Today's featured guest will unpack what it actually looks like to build a lifestyle-first agency that protects your time, adapts to AI, and still pays the bills without burning you out. She has run a small profitable agency for over a decade without a bloated team, nonstop chaos, or ego-driven "scale at all costs" thinking, and she breaks down how designing your agency backward from your life (not an exit slide) changes everything. Marissa Rosen is the founder of Climate Social, a 10-year-old micro-agency built around flexibility, partnerships, and human-first marketing. She's proof you don't need a bloated team, or chaos to run a sustainable, profitable agency. In this episode, we'll discuss: Deciding to build a lifestyle business Setting clear boundaries that clients learn to respect Adapting roles instead of fighting change Subscribe Apple | Spotify | iHeart Radio Sponsors and Resources E2M Solutions: Today's episode of the Smart Agency Masterclass is sponsored by E2M Solutions, a web design, and development agency that has provided white-label services for the past 10 years to agencies all over the world. Check out e2msolutions.com/smartagency and get 10% off for the first three months of service. The Lifestyle Agency Lie and How to Actually Do It Right Marissa didn't start Climate Social with a master plan to sell it for a giant payday. She knew she cared about climate action, storytelling, and social media, and she wanted a business that fit her life. Ten years later, that intention has paid off in a very real way. Her agency operates as a true lifestyle agency. Marissa works from home, sets her own hours, chooses her clients, and stays deeply involved in the work she enjoys most. The agency provides stability, fulfillment, and income, without requiring her to sacrifice time with her kids or burn herself out chasing scale for scale's sake. While many agency owners seek to build an agency to sell, it's not the plan for everyone, and it's a path that usually comes with years of sacrifice. A lifestyle agency, on the other hand, is available to far more owners if they design intentionally. The key isn't size. It's clarity around what kind of life the agency is meant to support. Setting Rules So Clients Don't Run Your Life One of the biggest traps agency owners fall into is mistaking flexibility for chaos. They start an agency for freedom, then say yes to everything, and suddenly the business owns them. You can avoid this by setting clear, non-negotiable rules. For example, Marissa doesn't take meetings after 3 p.m. Eastern. That's when her kids come home, and her role shifts from founder to mom. Clients know this upfront, and they respect it. Whoever sets the rules first wins. If you don't define boundaries, your clients will do it for you. And once expectations are set early, they're much easier to maintain. From Solo Operator to Partner-Led Agency A major shift in Marissa's business came when she stopped trying to do everything herself. Early on, it was essentially a solo operation. Over time, she transitioned into a partner-based model, bringing in trusted specialists for branding, web development, PR, and other services. This shift removed a massive amount of pressure. Instead of being responsible for sales and delivery and execution, Marissa focuses on strategy, relationships, and assembling the right team for each engagement. Clients get better outcomes, and she gets her time back. This is a critical lesson for agency owners feeling stuck in the weeds. You don't need a huge team to scale intelligently, but you do need to stop being the bottleneck. Leveraging partners is often the fastest way to reclaim bandwidth without blowing up overhead. Adapting Roles Instead of Fighting Change We all know AI has dramatically changed certain services, especially in areas like video production and content creation. Tasks that once took days can now be done faster and cheaper, which has forced agencies to rethink pricing and positioning. But here's the important part: AI hasn't replaced strategy, relationships, or judgment. Clients still need someone to guide them, ask the right questions, and make sure the output actually connects with the right audience. AI is a tool, not a replacement for thinking. In some agencies, traditional media buying roles are being replaced, not eliminated by AI manager roles. Teams aren't shrinking; they're shifting. The agencies winning right now aren't asking, "How do we avoid AI?" They're asking, "How do we use AI to save time and deliver better results?" That mindset opens up new service offerings, new efficiencies, and new value for clients. Your role as an owner shifts from "doing" to directing. For Marissa, marketing is H2H — human to human. Whether it's B2B or B2C doesn't matter as much as people think. At the end of the day, buyers want to know who they're working with, what they stand for, and whether they can trust them. That's why Marissa spends so much time helping founders and executives show up authentically on social media—not just hiding behind a brand logo. AI can help with efficiency. Automation can help with scale. But relationships are still the differentiator. Do You Want to Transform Your Agency from a Liability to an Asset? Looking to dig deeper into your agency's potential? Check out our Agency Blueprint. Designed for agency owners like you, our Agency Blueprint helps you uncover growth opportunities, tackle obstacles, and craft a customized blueprint for your agency's success.

What happens when access to books becomes a daily habit, not a special occasion?In this episode of Agency for Change, Lyn Wineman talks with Angie Miller, Executive Director of BookLoop (formerly DIBS for Kids), about the power of consistent book access and the organization's recent rebrand.BookLoop provides custom-curated classroom libraries and a unique “looping” system that allows thousands of elementary students to take home a new book every single day. Angie shares why tactile reading still matters in a digital world, how the program supports teachers, and what's next for this growing nonprofit.

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) In Episode 304 of Derate The Hate, Wilk sits down with Mubin Shaikh — a former extremist who deradicalized after 9/11 and went on to work undercover against terrorism.Born and raised in Toronto, Mubin experienced an identity crisis that led him toward violent Islamist extremism as a young man. But marriage, fatherhood, and the events of 9/11 forced him to confront hard questions about ideology, violence, and truth.After studying Arabic and Islamic theology in Syria, he returned to Canada and became an undercover operative for the Canadian Security Intelligence Service. His work helped dismantle terror networks, including the infamous Toronto 18 case.Today, Mubin works with Parents for Peace, helping families intervene before radicalization turns violent.This episode explores: • The psychology of radicalization • Identity crisis and youth vulnerability • Moral dilemmas of undercover work • The online pipeline to extremism • Parenting in the digital age • Courageous citizenship and reclaiming agencyRadicalization isn't “over there.” It can happen anywhere the ingredients are present.Learn more about and connect with Mubin Shaikh by getting the full show notes at www.DerateTheHate.com.The world is a better place if we are better people. That begins with each of us as individuals. Be kind to one another. Be grateful for all you've got. Make every day the day that you want it to be! Please follow The Derate The Hate podcast on: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter(X) , YouTube Subscribe to us wherever you enjoy your audio or from our site. Please leave us a rating and feedback on Apple podcasts or other platforms. You can share your thoughts or request Wilk for a speaking engagement on our contact page: DerateTheHate.com/Contact The Derate The Hate podcast is proudly produced in collaboration with Braver Angels — America's largest grassroots, cross-partisan organization working toward civic renewal and bridging partisan divides. Learn more: BraverAngels.org Welcome to the Derate The Hate Podcast! *The views expressed by Wilk, his guest hosts &/or guests on the Derate The Hate podcast are their own and should not be attributed to any organization they may otherwise be affiliated with.

Dogs in most Western countries are domesticated - meaning they live as pets in our homes. That comes with significant perks but also with the loss of choice and control over ... a lot of things in their lives. Jesse and Verena chat about the important topic of agency: How can we provide more of it? What to do if we can't provide it? And how can we avoid sending our dogs into a state of learned helplessness? Our shoutout goes to Rubi Sullivan at Heal Animal Massage Therapy. We would appreciate your support for the Reward Your Dog Podcast by liking, rating, reviewing, and sharing. It helps us so much!You can also:Join the RYDP Patreon (no paywalls unless you *want* to subscribe)Buy us a coffeeAnd of course you can reach out to Verena help with your dog. More info on Verena and Reward Your Dog Training can be found here:WebsiteBlue SkyFacebookInstagram

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In this episode, we explore a new dimension of intelligence for navigating our rapidly-changing world. We start with the story of Hiroo Onoda, a soldier whose unwavering commitment to a mission long after its context had vanished becomes a powerful metaphor for how rigidity can keep us stuck. We dive deep into "AQ"—Agility Quotient—with Liz Tran, founder of AQ Learning Lab and author of AQ: A New Kind of Intelligence for a World That's Always Changing.Liz breaks down why AQ matters now more than ever, as change, disappointment, and uncertainty become the hallmarks of modern life, exceeding the rates of just decades ago. We unpack the origins and limitations of IQ and EQ, and highlight how AQ is the urgent intelligence we all need to cultivate. Liz shares the four archetypes for handling change—Astronaut, Neurosurgeon, Novelist, and Firefighter—each representing different strengths and pitfalls. We discuss practical strategies for creative leaders to grow their AQ, especially those ahead of the curve who struggle to bring others with them.This episode is a must-listen for anyone committed to staying agile, relevant, and creative as the world evolves beneath our feet.Key Learnings:AQ – Agility Quotient: AQ is our capacity to handle change, disappointment, and uncertainty. It's the essential intelligence for today's world, complementing IQ and EQ.Rigidity vs. Agility: Sticking to obsolete missions or skillsets—like Hiroo Onoda—illustrates how lack of agility can prevent us from recalibrating when reality shifts. Agility is a mindset, not just a skill.Four Change Archetypes: We all respond to change as either Astronauts, Neurosurgeons, Novelists, or Firefighters, each with unique strengths and blindspots. Awareness of your archetype can help you adapt more skillfully.Durable vs. Technical Skills: Technical skills lose value quickly; it's our durable, transferrable skills—like communication, problem-solving, and reflection—that build true agility and staying power.Bringing Others Along: Especially for creative “astronauts,” practical tools like “giving turn signals” in communication and learning to value the insights of other archetypes are essential for inspiring and leading change.Get full interviews and bonus content for free! Just join the list at DailyCreativePlus.com.Mentioned in this episode:Apply for Creative Leader Roundtable Leading creative people is rewarding, but it can also feel isolating. That's why I've started Creative Leader Roundtable, a private community where leaders like you connect monthly to get practical insights, honest feedback, and real encouragement. You'll leave every round table with fresh perspective and tactical ideas. You can apply right away. So if you lead a team of talented people, go check us out at CreativeLeader.net, because creative work deserves brave leadership. The Brave Habit is available nowMy new book will help you make bravery a habit in your life, your leadership, and your work. Discover how to develop the two qualities that lead to brave action: Optimistic Vision and Agency. Buy The Brave Habit wherever books are sold, or learn more at TheBraveHabit.com.

Double Tap - Ep 450 This episode of Double Tap is brought to you by: Gideon Optics (Code: WLSISLIFE) Primary Arms Blue Alpha Rost Martin (Code: WLSISLIFE) Otis Technology (Code: WELIKESHOOTING15) Mitchell Defense (Code: WLS10) Text Dear WLS or Reviews +1 743 500 2171 New Public notes page. DEAR WLS Question from Peter J from WA Dear WLS: as far as carry guns go, what is important? Optics, comp/ port, trigger, capacity, comfortability, conceal availability, type of holster, or anything else you can think of? Or it's just the plain Jane G 19 stock type good to go? Question from Duke of Crude from TX Duke of Crude: What's up with Taylor and co? I thought they made high end lever actions, but I have been getting a ton of adds for what looks like a high point revolver (model 963) that's “Taylor and co”. Did their brand get high jacked from Turkish importers or are these things for real? Thanks! Notes: what happened to the new years dead pool episode? Did I miss it or were you waiting on Aaron to get back? Question from Micah Wells from Michigan Question! Why hasn't anyone come up with a quick release pistol dot or base/mount? Something like we use on rifles? You know, in case a problem arises that requires the whole thing to get out of the way in order to use BUIS. (AKA, crushed glass, debris, external fogging, etc.) I know all of my serious stuff utilizes a QR mount. Thanks, Micah Wells Question from Dusky from Florida Hi. Question. Can/Should you shoot lead round nose 22lr through a suppressor? (Have a modular can that can easily be disassembled and cleaned) Is this an issue, if so is it about the lead exposure, sound performance, or just a safety factor? Thank you. Is the Dusky. No Notes. Question from Ken G. from VA Ask WLS: My state has fallen. This year will likely see an onslaught of anti gun legislation passed. Moving is not an option. My firearms collection is pretty diverse. If you were in my shoes with YOUR collection, $3k, and less than six months to make purchases, what are you buying? Ken G. Sic Semper Tyrannis Question from Anonymous Coward from KS Dear WLS Hey Jeremy, how much for the old Harley? Question from Anonymous Coward from Ohio Hello I was wondering if there is a coupon code for pew locker? Thanks for all you guys do for the fun community. And the is show is way better without Aaron. Hope this is a permanent change. GUN INDUSTRY NEWS Gear Review: Protecting Red Dot Sights and Other Optics The article provides a guide on protecting red dot sights and other colored optics from environmental damage. It covers methods to shield optics during use and storage in the firearms industry. Techniques focus on maintaining optic clarity and functionality. Tandemkross TKX22 Light Rifle At SHOT Show 2026, Tandemkross unveiled the TKX22 Light Rifle, their first complete firearm, designed as a lightweight .22LR semi-automatic rifle. It features a direct impingement gas system and modular components optimized for competition and recreational shooting. The rifle emphasizes reduced weight and enhanced ergonomics compared to traditional .22LR platforms. Mehler Protection Presents Omega Jaw First Mandible Guard with AK47 Protection Meeting VPAM 6 Mehler Protection has introduced the Omega Jaw, the first mandible guard offering protection against AK47 rounds while meeting VPAM 6 standards. This product targets the vulnerabilities in modern combat helmets by providing specialized jaw protection. It represents a significant advancement in ballistic facial armor for military and law enforcement applications. NSWC Cranes New Low-Cost Drone Killer Cartridge Achieves 92% Kill Rate in Demonstration NSWC Crane demonstrated a new low-cost drone killer cartridge that achieved a 92% kill rate against small drones during a recent event. The cartridge is designed as an affordable counter-drone solution for military applications. Specific technical details on the cartridge's design or components are not provided in the article. Tisas Arms Corp Begins Operations in Georgia Tisas Arms Corp has commenced manufacturing operations at a new 100,000 sq ft facility in Hiram, Georgia. The plant will produce 1911 pistols, forged rifles, and shotguns for the U.S. market. This expansion supports increased domestic production and local employment. Versa58 Closes Kickstarter Campaign at Over 560% Funded Versa58 has successfully concluded its Kickstarter campaign, surpassing its funding goal by over 560%, validating market demand for its reversible modular suppressor architecture. The campaign highlights strong interest in the innovative design that allows bidirectional modularity. This achievement positions Versa58 as a promising entrant in the suppressor market. Cabot Guns Apocalypse 2.0 Pistol Cabot Guns has announced the Apocalypse 2.0, a luxury 1911-style pistol crafted from meteorite material for 2026 release. The handgun features a 5-inch barrel, ambidextrous thumb safety, and beavertail grip safety, with all components machined from Gibeon meteorite. It represents an evolution of the original Apocalypse model with refined aesthetics and enhanced ergonomics. SDS Imports Tisas Break Sets Indoor Speed Shooting World Record SDS Imports' Tisas Break, a .22LR revolver, set a new world record for the fastest indoor speed shooting at the 2026 Steel Challenge World Speed Shooting Championship. The event took place at the PRGC Range in Piru, California, where the revolver achieved a time of 59.99 seconds in the Steel Challenge's Speed Options match. This marks the first revolver to claim the indoor speed shooting world record. Before we let you go – JOIN GUN OWNERS OF AMERICA We'd love if you supported the show, join Agency 171 at agency171.com. Lot's of prizes, rewards and kick ass swag. No matter how tough your battle is today, we want you here fight with us tomorrow. Don't struggle in silence, you can contact the suicide prevention line by dialing 988 from your phone. Remember – Always prefer Dangerous Freedom over peaceful slavery. We'll see you next time! Nick – @busbuiltsystems | Bus Built Systems Jeremy – @ret_actual | Rivers Edge Tactical Aaron – @machinegun_moses Savage – @savage1r Shawn – @dangerousfreedomyt | @camorado.cam | Camorado Posted on February 23, 2026

We Like Shooting - Ep 651 This episode of We Like Shooting is brought to you by: C&G Holsters (Code: WLSISLIFE) Midwest Industries (Code: WLSISLIFE) Night Fision (Code: WLSISLIFE) Die Free Co. (Code: WLSISLIFE) Bowers Group (Code: WLS) Flatline Fiber Co (Code: WLS15) Second Call Defense Swampfox Optics Text Dear WLS or Reviews +1 743 500 2171  New Public Notes Page: https://dngrsfrdm.com/public/ GEAR CHAT Civet Arms Civet-12 Shotgun The Civet-12 is a semi-automatic 12-gauge shotgun from Civet Arms that blends design elements from the Saiga and Remington 870, featuring a gas-operated system with a 3-lug rotating bolt. It includes an adjustable gas system for reliability across various loads and a fixed magazine with 5+1 capacity. The shotgun emphasizes durability with a chrome-lined barrel and synthetic furniture. Note Cloud Defensive EPL Henry Repeating Arms Explorer Carbine Series Henry Repeating Arms has debuted the Explorer Carbine Series, a line of lever-action rifles chambered in .22 LR, .22 WMR, and .17 HMR. These carbines feature a 16.25-inch barrel, American walnut stock with laser-cut scalloping, and a compact design optimized for recreational shooting. The series emphasizes lightweight construction and classic Henry craftsmanship with modern aesthetic enhancements. Kinetic Blossom Magpie Handheld Electric Speed Loader (Nick) The Kinetic Blossom Magpie is a handheld electric speed loader designed for rapid magazine reloading of AR-15 pattern rifles. It utilizes an electric motor to drive rounds from a connected stripper clip or magazine into the target magazine at high speed. Demonstrated at SHOT 2026, it features a compact, ergonomic design for bench or field use. Note Gideon Optics Pebble BULLET POINTS Gemtech Nebula 5.7 Suppressor The Gemtech Nebula 5.7 is a dedicated suppressor designed specifically for 5.7x28mm firearms such as the FN Five-seveN pistol and P90 PDW. It features a stainless steel construction with a black Cerakote finish, direct-thread 1/2×28 mount, and is rated for full-auto fire. The suppressor measures 5.45 inches in length and weighs 8.9 ounces, optimized for minimal impact on handling. Streamlight PolyTac 1 Flashlight The Streamlight PolyTac 1 is a compact, polymer-bodied flashlight designed for law enforcement, military, and first responders, featuring a high-intensity LED with three output modes: high (275 lumens), low (11 lumens), and strobe. It utilizes a push-button tail switch for momentary or constant-on operation and is powered by two CR123A lithium batteries. The light is IPX7 waterproof rated and impact-resistant up to 2 meters, with a multi-function clip for versatile mounting. GUN FIGHTS No one stepped into the arena this week. WLS IS LIFESTYLE Note 2 new camorado colorways. THE ALLEY Note Kel-Tec are nasty thieving hobbitses? https://x.com/KelTecOfficial/status/2025919697896821096 GOING BALLISTIC Minnesota HF 2850: Advances Semi-Auto Firearm Ban with Warrantless Home Inspections (Savage) Minnesota House File 2850, advanced by Democrats, proposes banning many semi-automatic firearms and mandates warrantless home inspections for registered owners to ensure compliance. The bill targets rifles, shotguns, and pistols with specific features like pistol grips or folding stocks. It passed the House Public Safety Committee on a party-line vote. Justice Alito Rumored Retirement Impact on Second Amendment (Bearing Arms Analysis) (Savage) The article discusses rumors of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito retiring in 2026, potentially allowing President Trump to appoint a replacement and solidify a pro-Second Amendment majority. It highlights Alito's key opinions in cases like Bruen and Rahimi, emphasizing his role in advancing gun rights. A retirement would shift the Court's balance amid ongoing challenges to gun laws. Mexico's Strict Gun Laws Highlighted After Cartel Response to Leader's Killing (Savage) Following the killing of a cartel leader, Mexican cartels responded by distributing firearms to civilians, underscoring the ineffectiveness of Mexico's stringent gun control laws. The article details how only permitted citizens can legally purchase firearms from a single government store in Mexico City, with severe restrictions on calibers and quantities. This incident reveals the stark contrast between legal acquisition barriers and the armed capabilities of criminal organizations. West Virginia HB 5596: GOA-Backed Legislation to Restore Lawful Machine Gun Transfers (Savage) Gun Owners of America (GOA) supports West Virginia House Bill 5596, which aims to nullify federal restrictions on machine gun transfers under the National Firearms Act (NFA). The bill would authorize state law enforcement to process and approve lawful NFA transfers, including machine guns, suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and short-barreled shotguns. It seeks to restore Second Amendment rights impaired by federal overreach. CPRC Study on Transgender Representation in Active Shooting Attacks (United States) (Savage) A study by the Crime Prevention Research Center (CPRC) analyzed 1,022 active shooting attackers from 1958 to October 2024, finding that 0.11% identified as transgender, compared to 0.29% in the U.S. general population per CDC data. Among 173 attackers with known mental health histories, one was transgender. The study highlights underrepresentation of transgender individuals in these attacks relative to their population share. New Mexico House Bill 136 Fails in Committee, Blocking Proposed Gun Ban (Savage) New Mexico House Bill 136, which sought to ban commonly owned semiautomatic firearms, was defeated in the House Judiciary Committee on a 6-5 vote. Anti-gun advocates expressed frustration over the bill's failure despite Democratic majorities in the state legislature. The legislation targeted AR-15 style rifles and similar semiautomatics, drawing opposition from gun rights supporters. REVIEWS Review: Brassguy Jarhead 1 Star. Im glad WLS has turned into minimum of 30 min of advertising. This isnt Unleashed. Get your shit right. PS. Jeremy is a cunt. Review: JackB 5 Squares! We Like Shooting reminds me of the best carp recipe ever created. Aaron is the giant Asian carp that jumped into your boat as you were cruising down the river. He just kinda crashes the party and breaks shit, but it's funny so you roll with it. Jerambe is the filet knife you use to carefully make 2 slits along either side of the carp's spine. No need to gut or scale the carp because it's better if it's alive Nick is the manure you roll into 1″ diameter balls and carefully place into the slits you carved. He's kind of unorthodox, but when he starts talking you wanna see where it goes. Shawn is the oven you set to 171 degrees and place the food in for 3.5 – 4 hours. He provides the structure and energy for all the magic to happen. And finally, Savage1r is the trash can that you throw the carp in after scooping out the filling. Because the balls shit will be the best tasting part of any carp recipe. Before we let you go – JOIN GUN OWNERS OF AMERICA We'd love if you supported the show, join Agency 171 at agency171.com. Lot's of prizes, rewards and kick ass swag. No matter how tough your battle is today, we want you here fight with us tomorrow. Don't struggle in silence, you can contact the suicide prevention line by dialing 988 from your phone. Remember – Always prefer Dangerous Freedom over peaceful slavery. We'll see you next time! Nick – @busbuiltsystems | Bus Built Systems Jeremy – @ret_actual | Rivers Edge Tactical Aaron – @machinegun_moses Savage – @savage1r Shawn – @dangerousfreedomyt | @camorado.cam | Camorado

Does forgiveness mean you have to reconcile with the person who hurt you? NO. And that misconception keeps so many people stuck. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Suzanne Freedman, professor of human development at UNI and leading researcher on the psychology of forgiveness with over 30 years of experience. We're untangling what forgiveness actually is, why acknowledging anger isn't a failure of forgiveness (it's often a prerequisite), and how forgiveness can restore agency, energy, and self-trust. Here's what we're covering: Why forgiveness ≠ reconciliation (forgiveness is an internal transformation) How women are socialized to suppress anger (and why that quietly impacts wellbeing and leadership) The 4-phase forgiveness process (it took incest survivors an average of 14.3 months—it's not overnight) Why you can forgive without an apology (and why waiting for one keeps you trapped) How carrying anger is like wearing a heavy backpack full of rocks Why seeing the "monster" as a whole human being is actually empowering The Big Misconceptions About Forgiveness: Myth 1: Forgiveness = Reconciliation NOPE. Forgiveness is an internal transformation. You can forgive someone and never speak to them again. Reconciliation requires the other person to change. Forgiveness doesn't. Myth 2: Anger = Failure to Forgive NOPE. Anger is a normal, natural response to being hurt. It's what you DO with anger that matters. Women are taught anger is "bad"—but anger is often the first step toward forgiveness. You can't gloss over pain and jump to "feeling good" toward someone. Those feelings will leak out in other ways. Myth 3: Just Say "I Forgive You" and You're Done NOPE. For deep hurts, forgiveness is a PROCESS. Dr. Friedman worked with 12 incest survivors—average time to forgive? 14.3 months. It's not one-and-done. Myth 4: You Need an Apology to Forgive NOPE. Waiting for an apology keeps YOU trapped. You're saying "I can't heal until I get something from the person who hurt me." That doesn't make sense. You can choose to forgive for YOUR wellbeing without ever receiving an apology. The 4-Phase Forgiveness Process: Phase 1: Uncovering (Dealing with Feelings)  Phase 2: Decision (Choosing to Forgive)  Phase 3: Work (Reframing & Compassion)  Phase 4: Deepening (Transformation)  The Empowerment Piece: Forgiveness gives you AGENCY. You don't have to treat someone the way they treated you. You don't have to wait for an apology. You don't have to reconcile. You get to CHOOSE what forgiveness looks like for you. Dr. Freedman's Wisdom: "Forgiveness is not weakness. It comes from recognizing you deserve to respect yourself and you don't want to carry anger around anymore." And: "No one wants to be judged for their worst offense." For Your Bold Goals: If you're carrying workplace hurt, childhood wounds, or broken trust, forgiveness isn't about letting someone off the hook. It's about giving YOURSELF permission to heal, to trust again, and to lead without that heavy backpack. Mentioned in this episode: Dr. Robert Enright: Forgiveness is a Choice Lewis Smedes: The Art of Forgiving Mark Brackett: Permission to Feel Violet Oaklander: Windows to Our Children Julius Lester  Connect with Dr. Suzanne Freedman: Email: freedman@uni.edu Google her name for published articles Connect with me: Email: support@plangoalplan.com Facebook Group: Join Here Website: PlanGoalPlan.com LinkedIn: (I post most here!) www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-mcgeough-phd-

Databox is an easy-to-use Analytics Platform for growing businesses. We make it easy to centralize and view your entire company's marketing, sales, revenue, and product data in one place, so you always know how you're performing. Learn More About DataboxSubscribe to our newsletter for episode summaries, benchmark data, and moreScaling a company doesn't break because of a lack of ideas, but because instinct doesn't scale.In this episode of Move the Needle, Chris Savage (CEO & Co-Founder of Wistia) walks through the evolution from founder-driven decision-making to building a real operating system for scale.From choosing a single ICP when growth was already strong…- To installing a tri-annual planning cadence- To distributing ownership across teams- To using AI to compress execution cyclesThis is a masterclass in turning momentum into predictable growth. If you're a SaaS founder or GTM leader trying to scale without chaos, this episode is for you.

In this episode of Sales & Cigars, Walter Crosby sits down with Matthew Higham from Deksia for a thoughtful conversation about sales as service, culture fit, and what actually creates long-term business growth. The discussion moves well beyond tactics and into how salespeople think, listen, and show up. Matthew shares how his creative background led him into sales, why he genuinely enjoys prospecting, and how "unreasonable hospitality" applies just as much to agencies and sales teams as it does to five-star restaurants. From trusting your gut in career decisions to knowing when not to sell, this episode is a grounded reminder that great sales isn't about pressure—it's about clarity, care, and consistency.   Episode Highlights Why Unreasonable Hospitality belongs on every salesperson's bookshelf Sales as a form of service—not persuasion How listening creates leverage in both sales and client relationships Why most great ideas come from volume, not perfection The difference between selling tactics and building strategy Why lead generation fails without sales readiness When saying "this isn't a fit" is the best move How culture fit shows up before the offer letter is signed Key Takeaways Sales works best when it's rooted in service Listening closely often matters more than saying the right thing Not every prospect should become a client Strategy must come before tactics Repetition builds reputation—marketing isn't flashy, it's consistent Trust your gut when evaluating culture and fit Salespeople don't need to do everything—but they do need the right support Who Should Listen This episode is for: Salespeople who care deeply about the people they sell to Agency leaders balancing strategy, service, and growth Business owners frustrated by "more leads" not solving the problem Anyone questioning whether sales can feel authentic and human Professionals evaluating culture fit in their next role About the Guest Matthew Higham is a sales leader at Deksia, a full-journey marketing agency known for its strategy-first approach. With a background in the creative world, Matthew brings a people-first perspective to sales—one focused on listening, alignment, and long-term outcomes over short-term wins. About Deksia Deksia is a full-journey marketing agency that helps organizations grow by aligning strategy, brand, and execution. Rather than leading with individual tactics, Deksia starts with business goals and builds integrated marketing systems designed for sustainable growth. Links & Resources Matthew Higham – Email: matthew@deksia.com Deksia Website Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara Subscribe & Follow Sales & Cigars is hosted by Walter Crosby of Helix Sales Development. The only smoke we blow is from cigars. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts and join the conversation.

In this episode of The Schmidt List, host Kurt Schmidt interviews Meeky, the co-founder and CEO of Endeavor, a leading technology development agency.Meeky shares her journey of building a specialized tech-focused agency, choosing to partner with creative teams rather than offering full-service solutions. She explains the benefits and challenges of niching down by industry and tech stack, offering valuable insights for agency leaders looking to refine their focus.The discussion dives into the latest trends in open-source CMS platforms, the continuing impact of WordPress, and how Endeavor adapts to evolving client needs in both enterprise and mid-sized businesses.Meeky and Kurt examine the influence of AI on software development, including how AI tools can streamline tasks but won't fully replace developers. They also explore what this means for the future of junior developers and talent in the tech industry. Meeky shares lessons learned about marketing her agency, the importance of building a supportive network with other agency owners, and her unique perspective as a woman and minority in tech leadership. The episode wraps up with actionable advice for agency owners and developers on integrating AI, preparing for industry changes, and creating a sustainable, scalable business. Whether you're a tech startup founder, agency leader, or developer navigating the rapid changes in digital technology, this episode is packed with practical tips, honest insights, and forward-thinking advice.Tune in to learn how to grow your tech-focused agency, adapt to AI-driven changes, and lead with purpose in a competitive digital landscape.Connect with Meeky:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meekyhwang/Ndevr website: https://ndevr.io/BoozyBrowsing: https://www.youtube.com/@boozybrowsingVisit https://schmidtconsulting.group for more show info!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/schmidt-list-business-insights--2664825/support.

A round-up of the main headlines in Sweden on February 24th 2026. You can hear more reports on our homepage www.radiosweden.se, or in the app Sveriges Radio. Presenter and producer: Michael Walsh

Show SummaryOn this episode, we have a conversation Today we're having a conversation Mark Solomon, co-founder of the Veterans Community Project. We talk about their innovative approach to ending veteran homelessness through tiny home communities, wraparound support, and a mission to ensure every veteran has both housing and connection.Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestMark Solomon is a Naval Reserve Officer and co-founder of the Veterans Community Project, an organization dedicated to ending veteran homelessness through innovative housing and supportive services. Drawing on his own military experience and the challenges veterans face transitioning to civilian life, he helped launch the project in 2014, leading efforts to create a tiny-home village and comprehensive outreach center in Kansas City that connects veterans with resources such as health care referrals, employment assistance, and counseling.Links Mentioned During the EpisodeVeterans Community Project Website PsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the PsychArmor course Finding Veteran Support Programs. No matter what issue you're facing, you can use the power of the internet to reach out and get the help you deserve. You can find the resource here:  https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/Finding-Veteran-Support-Programs  Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on XPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

This episode is brought to you by B2B Better. Ross helps businesses prove that their marketing is driving revenue — and that's exactly the problem we help B2B service businesses solve with video-first podcasts. We build content systems that don't just generate attention, they generate pipeline your sales team can actually point to. Visit b2bbetter.com to see how we do it differently. Your thought leadership campaign is running. People are watching, listening, and engaging — but when your CFO asks if it's actually driving revenue, you've got nothing to say. In this episode of Pipe Dream, host Jason Bradwell sits down with Ross Breckenridge, Managing Director of Breckenridge and HubSpot Platinum Partner, to tackle the attribution problem that almost every B2B marketing team has but nobody wants to admit. Ross's core point is clear: this isn't a marketing problem. It's a business problem. Until your marketing, sales, and customer success teams are operating from a single unified strategy and a single tech stack, you'll never get the visibility you need. The conversation starts where Ross always starts with clients: customer journey mapping. Before you touch an attribution model, you need to understand where each content asset sits in the buying process — lead gen, nurture, sales enablement, or renewals. Most companies skip this step and end up measuring the wrong things entirely. From there, Ross unpacks the dark funnel and explains why the HubSpot Campaigns tool is the home of the marketer's attribution reporting. Bundle your content assets into one campaign, track who was created as a new contact and who was simply influenced along the way, and map that all the way through to closed-won revenue — including renewals that happen two years after someone first engaged. But none of it works if sales is living in a different system. The connection between content and revenue only becomes visible when marketing, sales, and customer success are using the same tools and held to the same SLAs. One client found that leaving a lead for more than 48 hours dropped their conversation rate from 70% to 20%. That kind of clarity only exists when everyone is looking at the same data. If you're tired of defending your content budget with correlation and vibes, this episode gives you the framework to fix it for good. Chapter Markers 00:00 - Introduction: Ross Breckenridge and Breckenridge Agency 02:00 - HubSpot onboarding, integrations, and the RevOps focus 04:00 - Is attribution a tools problem, a strategy problem, or the wrong metrics? 05:00 - Customer journey mapping as the foundation of all attribution 06:00 - Picking one attribution model and staying consistent 08:00 - The dark funnel: what it is and how HubSpot brings it to light 10:00 - Content-sourced vs content-influenced pipeline: the key difference 11:00 - The HubSpot Campaigns tool as the marketer's attribution home 13:00 - Connecting content consumption to leads, deals, and closed revenue 15:00 - Why attribution is a business problem, not a marketing problem 16:00 - Building the business case to get sales and CS on the same page 17:00 - SLAs, shared accountability, and the 48-hour lead follow-up rule 19:00 - Working in silos vs being more than the sum of your parts 21:00 - AI, buyer research, and why being genuinely helpful never changes 23:00 - Where to find Ross and learn more about Breckenridge Useful Links Connect with Jason Bradwell on LinkedIn Connect with Ross Breckenridge on LinkedIn Visit Breckenridge — HubSpot Platinum Partner and RevOps specialists Email Ross directly at ross@breckenridgeagency.com Explore the HubSpot Campaigns tool for attribution reporting Explore B2B Better website and the Pipe Dream podcast

As global demand for meat grows, this episode of Duke University's Leading Voices in Food podcast examines cell-cultivated protein—real meat grown from animal cells—and the evolving U.S. policy landscape shaping its future. Host Norbert Wilson (Duke World Food Policy Center) speaks with postdoctoral researchers Kate Consavage Stanley (Duke/Bezos Center for Sustainable Proteins) and Katariina Koivusaari (NC State/Bezos Center) about their article in Trends in Food Science and Technology on U.S. regulatory and legislative activity. The conversation explains the joint FDA–USDA regulatory approach for cell-cultivated meat (FDA oversight through cell cultivation; USDA oversight from harvest through processing, packaging, and labeling) and FDA oversight for cell-cultivated seafood (except catfish). They discuss timelines companies report for approval (often two to three years), the lack of federal public guidance on naming and labeling so far, and how USDA label approvals are currently handled case by case (e.g., "cell-cultivated chicken" and "cell-cultivated pork"). The episode also covers state-level labeling laws and the likelihood of federal preemption if state requirements conflict with federal statutes, as well as a growing wave of state restrictions and bans—Florida and Alabama in 2024, followed by Indiana, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, and Texas in 2025—plus funding restrictions in South Dakota and Iowa. The guests explore implications for consumers, interstate commerce, innovation, investment, and U.S. leadership, noting ongoing lawsuits in Florida and Texas and continued legislative activity such as a proposed ban in Georgia.   Interview Transcript Kate, let's begin with you. In the paper, you write about the regulatory frameworks that have been developed for cell-cultivated meat and seafood products in the US. To start, let's talk about what's unique about cell-cultivated products from a regulatory standpoint and how the US Department of Agriculture and US Food and Drug Administration have decided to handle cell-cultivated protein products. Kate - Yes, so as you mentioned in the introduction, Norbert, cell-cultivation is a new technology for use of the food supply. So, the US government had to adapt its existing legal frameworks for food safety regulation. As your listeners may already know seafood is regulated by the FDA, so it was within their scope to also regulate cell-cultivated seafood. The FDA therefore regulates all cell-cultivated seafood products with the exception of catfish. When it came to determining the regulatory approach for cell-cultivated products from livestock, poultry, and catfish, it was a bit more nuanced as the processes and components evolved fell under both USDA and FDA purview. In 2019, the FDA and USDA therefore agreed on a joint regulatory approach where the FDA regulates the early stages of the cell cultivation process, including when those cells are taken from the animal, grown in the bioreactor, and matured into specific cell types such as muscle or fat cells. At the point where those cells are ready to be harvested from the bioreactor to use in a food product, oversight transfers to USDA who oversees that harvesting process as well as food processing, packaging, and labeling. I know this joint regulatory approach may sound complicated, but it's important to note that USDA and FDA already coordinate oversight over other foods in the food supply. I'll give you an example that we all love pizza. A frozen cheese pizza is regulated by the FDA, whereas a frozen pizza with meat toppings like pepperoni is regulated by the USDA. It is therefore not unprecedented that FDA and USDA would agree to jointly regulate cell-cultivated products. And while the process is new, the products go through the same safety checks as other foods in the food supply. In the past few years, we've seen four cell-cultivated meat products go through the joint USDA-FDA regulatory process, meaning they can be sold in the US food supply. And one cell-cultivated seafood product has gone through the FDA regulatory process. Kate, thank you for sharing this. And I've used a pizza example in my class, and it is super complex this regulatory maze that we're talking about. It seems like there has been a lot of collaboration between these two agencies, and so that's important to hear. But it is also the case that it seems challenging for cell-cultivated protein companies to get through this process. Is this a fair assessment and would you elaborate? Kate - Yes, absolutely. We've heard from cell-cultivated companies that it can take two to three years to get through this process. And there certainly is a lot of back and forth between the companies and FDA and USDA. Great, thank you. Katariina, now let's turn to you. How do these regulations extend to labeling and what do we know about the federal government's approach to labeling the sale of cultivated products thus far? Katariina – So, labeling regulations are the most consumer facing part of regulations, really. And they are used to ensure that the product label has information that's truthful, that's not misleading. And that the package has sufficient information and consistent information also across products so that the consumer can make an educated decision on what product they want to purchase. And you'd think that how you label the product or just how you call the product on the label would be simple. But there are certain regulations in place that define how food items can or cannot be called. Now, when it comes to cell-cultivated products, as you and Kate mentioned, they are novel in the food supply. So, there is not a long-established term or nomenclature on how we should call these products. The federal regulators, FDA and USDA, to date have not released any public guidance either on how these products should be called on the label. The USDA did release an advanced notice of proposed rulemaking back in 2021, requesting comments from stakeholders on how these products should be labeled. And the FDA has also requested comments when it comes to labeling cell-cultivated fish and seafood. But to date, no guidance has been published yet. Kate gave an overview of the regulatory process between FDA and UFDA when it comes to labeling this product products. The USDA oversees labeling cell-cultivated meat, and the FDA oversees labeling cell-cultivated fish and seafood. The USDA has a pre-market approval process for labels, similarly to conventional meat industry. So, whenever a company wants to bring to market a new product, they first submit their label to the USDA. And the USDA reviews it and make sure that they agree with the language used in the label. The FDA does not have a similar pre-market approval process for labeling fish or seafood or cell-cultivated fish or seafood. So, currently cell-cultivated meat labels are approved on a case-by-case basis. And we can see from the products that have gone through the regulatory review so far that the USDA seem to approve the use of 'cell-cultivated' as a qualifying term, together with a meaty term such as chicken or pork. So, the products that we've seen approved to date or brought to market to date are called cell-cultivated chicken or cell-cultivated pork. This is really helpful to know what's happened at the federal level. We also know that there are several actions happening at the state level, so several states have proposed their own laws outlining how and what to label these products. Katariina, can you talk us through what this study regarding state labeling? Katariina - To date, about half of the US states have enacted or proposed their own labeling legislation on cell-cultivated products. Missouri became the first state in 2018, so well before any of these products was available on the market. And they specifically prohibited the use of word meat unless the food was from harvested production livestock or poultry. Restricting, therefore, the use of meat not only on cell-cultivated, but also on other alternative protein products such as plant-based meat analogs or fermentation derived proteins. And this is true for many state level labeling laws. That they are applicable not only to cell-cultivated meat, but also other alternative proteins aiming to mimic meat. In addition to Missouri, there are six other states that prohibit the use of meat or meat related terms, such as chicken or pork. Now, the other group of states that have restrictions on cell-cultivated meat labeling do not concentrate on prohibiting the use of word meat, but they require the use of qualifying terms or other additional language that clearly states that the product does not come from livestock or poultry. And this group of states, there are 18 states, have quite a bit of variation in what kind of qualifying terms they require to be used. And I thought I'd give a couple of examples here. For example, Indiana requires the package to include the phrase this is an imitation meat product. Iowa requires the product to be labeled with qualifying terms such as cell-cultivated, cell-cultured, fake, grown in a lab, imitation, lab grown, lab created, meat free, or meatless. What's interesting though is that the federal statutes that regulate the US food supply have actual language that prevents states from establishing laws or regulations that conflict with or are additional to the federal labeling regulations. So, this means that the state level labeling laws are actually likely to be preempted if they conflict with the federal regulations. So, we've only talked about labeling so far. Kate, I want to go back to you. More recently, we've seen a number of states propose greater restrictions on these products. Can you describe these attempts to restrict cell-cultivated meat and their immediate implications? And how have cell-cultivated companies and other stakeholders responded? Kate - In the past few years we've seen quite a few attempts by states to ban or restrict cell-cultivated meats. And these attempts fall into two buckets: bans that aim to restrict the manufacturer sale or distribution of cell-cultivated products and bans that aim to limit the use of state funding to support these products. In 2024, Florida was the first state to pass a ban on the manufacture, sale, and distribution of cell-cultivated meats. Alabama followed shortly thereafter. In 2025, five more states passed similar bans on cell-cultivated products, including Indiana, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, and Texas. And many other states proposed bans that ultimately didn't pass. The language on what is banned differs some between states. For instance, Texas only bans the sale of cell-cultivated products. Whereas Florida and others also ban cell-cultivated manufacturing and distribution. But the core message in all these bans is similar. Cell-cultivated meats are not welcome in those states. The time span for the bans differs too. So, Indiana and Texas have two-year bans while Florida and other states passed indefinite bans. And we've seen two states, South Dakota and Iowa pass legislation to restrict the use of state funding to support cell-cultivated products. What's frustrating about these bands and confusing for those in the alternative protein sector is that cell-cultivated technology is largely still in the early stages. Yes, as I mentioned earlier, five products have passed through the regulatory process. But these products have mainly been made available in small tasting events. And only one has actually made it to retail. Most Americans have never had a chance to actually try these products. So, it begs the question, why is there such resistance? State bans on these products mean that Americans will not have the chance to decide for themselves if they like these products, or if and how they want to incorporate them into what they eat. Another big concern is that these bans create a fragmented policy landscape that's challenging for cell-cultivated startups, especially, to navigate. And it raises a lot of concerns about cross state sales. Concerns like these are the basis for two lawsuits against cell-cultivated bans in Florida and Texas. Those lawsuits are still playing out in court, so we don't yet know how those may Kate, this is really fascinating. And as both you and Katariina described, there's a patchwork of policies and a complex landscape for these companies to navigate. It has the potential of keeping consumers from even trying the products, as you've already suggested, when they're made available. And what I'm hearing from both of you is that this is an ongoing project. So even though there's a paper that's published now, it seems like there will be opportunities to keep going back as new laws and new regulations and new lawsuits are decided. So, this is a policy space that we need to keep an eye on. That's something I want to pick up on this last question. In closing, what does this legislation mean for consumers and the future of cell-cultivated products in the US and even globally? Katariina, let's begin with you. Katariina - Yes. In addition to impeding interstate and international commerce of cell-cultivated products, these bans could negatively impact the US investment climate on these products and technologies. For example, China has included developing cell-cultivated meat in their five-year plan. Within Europe, there's some variation. Some countries are being rather supportive of these technologies and products, whereas others have tried to ban them similarly to some US states. But I think it's important to note that even with some states in the US banning these products, the US will still likely remain a significant market area for cell-cultivated products. And it still takes significant investment and infrastructure to produce the products on a large scale enough to even reach the whole country. Another really important thing to mention here is that the global demand for meat is growing. If we look at global population forecasts, global meat or protein consumption forecasts, we need these alternative proteins. Not only cell-cultivated meat, but also for example, plant-based meat alternatives to help meet the increasing demand for protein and complement conventional meat supply. Kate, what about you?   Kate – I agree with everything that Katariina said. To add on to her points, I note that the US has been a leader in the cell-cultivated research development and innovation spaces to date. We are one of only a few countries that have both developed a framework for regulating these products and had products successfully pass through that process. The bans tell a different story, and they may restrict US innovation in the cell-cultivated space because companies will be limited to only the states where they can produce and sell these products. What this means for US leadership in the space remains to be seen. However, one could ask will cell-cultivated companies choose to set up shop in the US versus another country that isn't facing such legal challenges? We don't yet know the answer to that. You also mentioned consumers. We don't yet know about how these bans and the media surrounding them may influence consumer perceptions of cell-cultivated foods. Products, as you said, they've never even really had the chance to try. But these bans will certainly restrict consumer access to these products in certain states, and the varying state approaches to labeling that Katariina described are likely to confuse consumers. Going back to something you mentioned earlier, Norbert, we're excited to have this paper out in the world. But this work is certainly continuing to evolve. Just recently, a senator in Georgia proposed a new ban on cell-cultivated meat in the state, and other countries have faced similar legislative challenges against these products. So, we'll be watching and learning as these challenges continue to play out. Bios Katariina Koivusaari, Ph.D. is a postdoctoral researcher at the Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein at North Carolina State University. Her work focuses on stakeholder engagement and the regulatory and policy landscape of alternative proteins, including cell-cultivated products, fermentation-derived proteins, and plant-based proteins. She received her Ph.D. in Public Health Nutrition and M.Sc. in Food Sciences from the University of Helsinki. Prior to her current role, she worked in the biotechnology industry as a Senior Regulatory Scientist, where she focused on scientific strategy and regulatory affairs related to cell-cultured human milk ingredients. Katherine (Kate) Consavage Stanley, Ph.D., serves as a postdoctoral associate within the World Food Policy Center at the Sanford School. In this role, Kate supports Duke's research for the Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein housed at NC State. Her research seeks to detail the complexities of the consumer, market, and policy landscapes for alternative protein products. Kate holds a Ph.D. from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University where her research focused on how diverse U.S. food and health systems actors can support sustainable diet transitions through promoting plant-rich dietary patterns and reducing red and processed meat intake. She has also published scholarly work on digital food and nutrition literacy, sugary beverage media campaigns, and incorporating sustainability considerations into dietary guidelines, among others. Prior to starting her doctoral studies, Kate worked for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) where she developed technical, communications, and advocacy-focused materials on key nutrition and maternal and child health issues. Kate holds a Master of Science in global health from Georgetown University and a Bachelor of Science in biology from Emmanuel College.      

Your numbers might look healthy.Revenue's up. Projects are flowing. The pipeline feels… fine.But underneath? Margins are eroding. Cash is tighter than you'd like. And no one's totally confident in the data they're using to make decisions.In this episode of The Handbook, Harv Nagra sat down with finance and business ops advisor Robert Patin to unpack what's really going on beneath the surface of many professional service businesses right now – and why operational maturity is the difference between surviving and thriving.Here's what we dive into:

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How to turn down the chatter of negative self-talk.If you want to have better conversations with others, Ethan Kross says you first have to quiet down the chatter in your own head.A professor, researcher, and author, Kross defines chatter as a “negative thought loop” that hijacks our attention and undermines our ability to perform. “We have a limited capacity to focus our attention,” he says. “Attentional resources are a limited commodity, and chatter acts like a sponge that consumes that capacity. It leaves very little leftover that allows us to do the things that we want or need to do.” In his work researching, teaching, and writing about emotional regulation and the conscious mind, Kross has explored how to manage the negative self-talk that sabotages our concentration. “Here's the good news,” he says. “You can get out of it. Managing your chatter [is] a lot like becoming physically fit” — and he's developed tools and frameworks for building the muscles to turn down the noise.In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Kross joins host Matt Abrahams to share methods for quieting chatter and reclaiming precious mental resources. From distanced self-talk to mental time travel, his tools offer a way to tune out the static and tune into clarity and connection.To listen to the extended Deep Thinks version of this episode, please visit FasterSmarter.io/premium.Episode Reference Links:Ethan KrossEthan's Books: Chatter / ShiftEp.179 Finding Positive in Negative Emotions: Communication, Happiness & Wellbeing Connect:Premium Signup >>>> Think Fast Talk Smart PremiumEmail Questions & Feedback >>> hello@fastersmarter.ioEpisode Transcripts >>> Think Fast Talk Smart WebsiteNewsletter Signup + English Language Learning >>> FasterSmarter.ioThink Fast Talk Smart >>> LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTubeMatt Abrahams >>> LinkedInChapters:(00:00) - Introduction (02:27) - Defining Chatter (04:57) - Breaking the Loop (09:54) - Technology & Emotional Sharing (13:20) - Why “Get Over It” Fails (18:40) - Emotions as Data (21:11) - The Final Three Questions (25:01) - Conclusion   ********Thank you to our sponsors.  These partnerships support the ongoing production of the podcast, allowing us to bring it to you at no cost.This episode is brought to you by Babbel. Think Fast Talk Smart listeners can get started on your language learning journey today- visit Babbel.com/Thinkfast and get up to 55% off your Babbel subscription.Join our Think Fast Talk Smart Learning Community and become the communicator you want to be. 

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“What's the deal with wax?” The agents are called out to Little Inlet for their next mission: to investigate the appearance of a strange (but friend-shaped) creature Episode Artwork by Jake ⁠@Javoc.bsky.social⁠ House of Bob Cover Artwork by ⁠@ShaunMakes⁠ Audio Editing by Jessica Colvin Sound Design by ⁠Astronomic Audio⁠ Music by ⁠Duke Albert⁠ Featuring: Jake as The General Manager Alex as Greb Cristina as Sandra Shen Jessica as Veronica — Need More Bob in Your Life?  Check out our other (SFW!) podcast, Tales of Bob Apple Podcasts Spotify — Support the Show: Patreon Contact Us: Discord TheHouseOfBob.org Bluesky Instagram Facebook Email — Thank you so much to our current Patreon supporters! This podcast would not be possible without you. Bradley Graham Brandon Knox Christine Braile Connor McColloch D Chan Dan Klip-Klop Detheros Elli Ethan Edwards Garbanzo Jessica  Jessica Colvin Josh Josh J Keith Haddad Mark Boykin Michael Michael Waldmeier Nathaniel Taylor Padraig Hegarty Pavel Lishin Ranger Eli Sadie Tucker  Sarah Eisele Scooter Emerson Shaka Jamal Team EAMONN  The Pink Pastor Thomas Kuhlmann Tom Wesley Triple Agents is an independent production by [author or publisher] and is not affiliated with Triangle Agency or Haunted Table, LLC. It is published under the Triangle Agency Third Party License. Triangle Agency is copyright Haunted Table, LLC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Neoborn Caveman offers a raw, deeply personal pro-humanity reflection on the engineered loneliness epidemic, openly admitting his own shift from “alone but not lonely” to genuinely lonely, examining the WHO's declaration of loneliness as a global public health threat with health impacts comparable to long-term heavy smoking, dissecting the BBC's largest study revealing that people surrounded by others still feel profound isolation because “nobody really understands me,” critiques dating apps and digital platforms as revenue machines structurally designed to prolong disconnection rather than resolve it, traces the systematic dismantling of organic community structures like churches, pubs, and neighborhoods, and calls for reclaiming authentic human connection through simple, screen-free acts of presence.Key TakeawaysLoneliness stems from lack of true understanding, not physical isolation.Digital platforms profit from keeping people searching but never finding.Organic community structures have been deliberately replaced by monetized simulations.Cultural advice funnels people toward corporate solutions that worsen the problem.AI companions and wellness apps sell back what was taken for free.Normalization of digital interaction has rewritten the rules of human encounter.Refusal of the system is increasingly framed as suspicious or difficult.Small acts of real presence can still pierce the architecture of isolation.Personal vulnerability can spark wider collective awareness.Humanity requires deliberate, inconvenient choices to remain connected.Sound Bites“The World Health Organization declared loneliness a global public health threat.”“loneliness has almost nothing to do with being alone, people surrounded by friends, family, colleagues, the whole social apparatus intact and functioning, still reported profound isolation.”“the most common definition of loneliness in the study was not ‘I have nobody' but ‘I have nobody who really understands me.'”“dating platforms harvest intimate data at a scale and specificity that no intelligence agency in history has matched.”“every platform that promises to bring you closer to people is, by structural necessity, designed to keep you on the platform, not to connect you and release you but to connect you just enough that you return.”“the supply chain from the demolition of organic community to the sale of its digital replacement runs through the same set of interests and the same set of beneficiaries.”“maybe that is where it starts, if it starts anywhere.”Join the tea house at patreon.com/theneoborncavemanshow —free to enter, real talk, lives, no ads, no algorithms.keywords: loneliness epidemic, loss of agency, digital isolation, dating apps critique, organic community demolition, AI companions, surveillance capitalism, engineered disconnection, human connection, public health threatHumanity centered satirical takes on the world & news + music - with a marble mouthed host.Free speech marinated in comedy.Supporting Purple Rabbits.Viva los Conejos Morados. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can D1 competitive mindset help you dominate the medical sales industry?In this episode of the Medical Sales U Podcast, I sit down with Justin Kershaw—former Michigan State player turned top-tier Spine Endoscopy Rep for Arthrex. Justin pulls back the curtain on how he transitioned from the locker room to the Operating Room, the reality of working for a $5B company like Arthrex, and why being a "Girl Dad" and a man of faith is what actually fuels his professional drive.In this episode, you'll learn: * The "3 Gatekeepers" you must win over to close deals in any hospital.* Why Arthrex uses an "Agency" model vs. traditional distributorships. * How to maintain high-level physical and spiritual discipline in a high-stress career. * Tactical advice for career pivots (how Dave broke into sales at age 35!).

Learn how to sponsor the Seven Figure Medicare Agent Summit:https://sevenfiguremedicareagentsummit.com/On this episode of the Seven Figures or Bust podcast, we break down the shocking news of an ACA agency being sentenced by the DOJ. We discuss what led to the case, what it means for agents in the health insurance space, and the compliance lessons everyone should be paying attention to. If you're in the industry, this is a wake-up call you can't afford to ignore.

Today's episode is all about raising boys, even if you're a girl mom like me. I sat down with Rebekah Lovell, author of Boyhood Resurrected, for a powerful and honest conversation about how modern systems are failing our boys, and what we can do about it. We talk about how boys are hardwired for adventure, movement, risk, curiosity, and strength, and how over-scheduling, over-screening, and over-labeling can slowly extinguish the light in their eyes. Rebekah shares her family's journey navigating early schooling challenges, why institutional systems often misunderstand boys, and how moms (especially!) play a crucial role in protecting and cultivating their sons' masculine design. This conversation will step on a few toes — gently. We talk about: The difference between discipline and suppression Why movement and autonomy matter Screen culture and its impact on boys The myth of being "behind" Adventure as a developmental need Respect as a love language for boys Raising driven, courageous men in a culture hostile to masculinity Even as a girl mom, I found so many parallels. Childhood matters. Wonder matters. Agency matters. And truthfully, this conversation ultimately points back to Jesus and how God intentionally wired our sons. If you're raising boys (or love someone who is), this episode will challenge, encourage, and equip you. Sponsor: Nutrafol Real growth doesn't come from quick fixes — it comes from consistent care. Nutrafol is the #1 dermatologist-recommended hair growth supplement brand, clinically shown to support thicker, stronger, faster-growing hair in 3–6 months. It's not one-size-fits-all — they offer targeted formulas for postpartum, menopause, stress, and lifestyle factors. For a limited time, get $10 off your first month + free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and use promo code BLAKE. That's N-U-T-R-A-F-O-L dot com, promo code BLAKE.

Gregory Copley reports Nigerian President Tinubu advocates for an African credit rating agency to reduce reliance on external assessments from firms like Moody's, reflecting growing desire for statistical independence and better quantification of local economies to attract investment.1910 BRUSSELS CATHEDRAL

For years, Sarah Adams has worked where threat warnings begin, not where they end. She is a targeting officer and global threat advisor with deep expertise in counterterrorism, threat network analysis, and overseas intelligence operations. Sarah served in the Central Intelligence Agency's Counterterrorism Center, as well as in the Near East and Iran Operations Divisions, working complex operations against both state and non-state adversaries. Her deployed field work spans Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. Across those theaters, her focus has remained consistent: identifying, assessing, and disrupting terrorist networks, hostile state activity, and emerging threats to United States and allied interests. After leaving the CIA, Sarah served as a Senior Advisor to the United States House of Representatives following an executive appointment from the Agency, applying operational experience directly to national security policy, oversight, and accountability. She later led research and development initiatives for the Department of Defense, advancing innovation, tradecraft modernization, and intelligence capabilities with enterprise-level impact. She was deployed to Libya in 2012 and is the co-author of Benghazi: Know Thy Enemy, a cold-case, open-source investigation that identified the al-Qaeda operatives responsible for the attack on the U.S. Mission Compound and CIA Annex in Benghazi. Today, Sarah is the host of The Watch Floor at Vigilance Elite, a podcast focused on emerging threats, global affairs, and homeland security risks for everyday audiences. The Watch Floor delivers need-to-know insights, explaining what matters, why it matters, and what comes next. Shawn and Sarah answer the question - Will Khamenei be ousted as Supreme Leader of Iran by March 31? Follow the market here - https://polymarket.com/event/khamenei-out-as-supreme-leader-of-iran-by-march-31 Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: Go right now to https://sundaysfordogs.com/SRS50 and get 50% off your first order. Join thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family—apply today in just minutes at https://meetfabric.com/SHAWN Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off at StopBoxUSA with code SRS at https://www.stopboxusa.com/SRS #stopboxpod Head to https://factormeals.com/srs50off and use code srs50off to get 50% off your first Factor box plus free breakfast for 1 year (new customers only, with qualifying subscription purchase). Head to https://Superpower.com and use code SRS at checkout for $20 off your membership. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpod https://drinkmindfulbev.com Sarah Adams Links: YT - https://www.youtube.com/@thewatchfloor IG - https://www.instagram.com/thewatchfloor X - https://x.com/The_Watch_Floor FB - https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Watch-Floor/61586054787023 TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewatchfloor Rumble - https://rumble.com/user/thewatchfloor Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/cw/VigilanceElite Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5how8FZvVZvlhnv58antdG LinkTree - https://tr.ee/qFdF2gcFD_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices