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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dave Charest. Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact, shared practical advice for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startup founders on marketing, customer engagement, business growth, and the future of AI in marketing. Drawing from his experience helping small businesses worldwide, Charest explained why entrepreneurship is booming, how businesses can effectively market themselves with limited budgets, and why building direct customer relationships through email marketing remains one of the most valuable assets a company can own. Purpose of the Interview The interview was designed to: Explain why more people are starting businesses and pursuing entrepreneurship. Educate business owners on effective marketing strategies. Highlight the advantages of email marketing over relying solely on social media. Discuss common mistakes made by new entrepreneurs. Help small businesses understand how to build customer relationships. Explore how AI is transforming marketing and business operations. Provide actionable guidance for growing a brand through consistency and community engagement. Key Takeaways 1. Entrepreneurship Continues to Grow According to Charest, people are increasingly motivated to start businesses because they want: Greater independence Better control over their schedules Increased financial potential Many entrepreneurs are turning side hustles into full-time businesses and pursuing ownership rather than traditional employment. 2. Email Marketing Is More Valuable Than Most Entrepreneurs Realize One of the strongest themes of the interview is the importance of owning your audience. While social media platforms can help businesses attract attention, email marketing provides direct access to customers without relying on platform algorithms. Charest encourages entrepreneurs to use social media as a discovery tool but move customers into channels they control, such as email and text messaging. 3. The Real Asset Is the Relationship Businesses that own customer contact information have a direct connection that cannot be disrupted by changes in social media platforms. Unlike followers on a social network, email subscribers have chosen to hear from a business directly. The stronger the relationship, the greater the opportunity for future sales and engagement. 4. Small Lists Can Produce Big Results Charest challenges the belief that businesses need massive audiences to succeed. A small, engaged audience often produces better results than a large, passive following. For many local businesses, quality relationships matter more than audience size. 5. Consistency Beats Perfection When marketing a business, consistency is more important than trying every available platform. Business owners should: Choose channels they can maintain consistently. Show up regularly. Stay visible to customers. Build trust through repetition and reliability. His message is simple: people can't buy from businesses they forget about. 6. New Entrepreneurs Often Try to Do Too Much One of the most common mistakes startups make is attempting to launch every marketing tactic simultaneously. Charest recommends: Starting small. Building a solid foundation. Creating manageable marketing habits. Avoiding unrealistic expectations. Businesses grow more effectively when they focus on a few activities and execute them well. 7. Community Matters Successful local businesses build relationships beyond customers. Charest emphasized the importance of connecting with: Other local businesses Community organizations Referral partners Customers in person Strong community connections often become a business's most reliable growth engine. 8. Choose Marketing Channels That Fit Your Strengths Different social platforms serve different purposes. Rather than chasing every trend, entrepreneurs should focus on: Where their audience spends time What content they naturally enjoy creating Which platforms they can use consistently A sustainable strategy beats an ambitious one that is quickly abandoned. 9. Marketing Is About Staying Top of Mind Charest defines marketing in a straightforward way: Businesses need to remain visible so customers think of them first when they need a product or service. The more consistently a company appears in front of its audience, the stronger its brand becomes. 10. AI Is Becoming a Powerful Marketing Tool Charest views AI as a major opportunity for small businesses. He discussed how AI can help: Generate marketing content Create email campaigns Build marketing plans Repurpose content across multiple channels Analyze customer behavior Identify new opportunities Rather than replacing entrepreneurs, AI allows them to save time and make smarter decisions. 11. Business Owners Must Continue Learning Technology and marketing are evolving rapidly. Charest advises entrepreneurs to stay informed and remain open to new tools and trends, even if they do not adopt every new technology immediately. The key is to remain adaptable and avoid being left behind. Memorable Quotes "People are determined to become their own bosses." "Our mission is to help the small stand tall." "The money is in the list." "Your goal should always be trying to move those people to channels that you own." "The relationships you build with customers are always going to be your most valuable asset." "You don't really need the big numbers." "Start small." "Consistency is the big thing that makes marketing work." "Marketing at its simplest level is about keeping your business top of mind." "Small business owners are resilient." "There isn't a Plan B. Plan A is to own this business." "AI can save time so you can get back to the things you'd rather be doing." Bottom Line Dave Charest's interview is a practical playbook for entrepreneurs looking to grow a business in a crowded digital marketplace. His core message is that successful marketing is not about chasing every trend or building massive social media followings. Instead, businesses win by building genuine relationships, creating direct connections with customers through email and text marketing, staying consistent, embracing new technology like AI, and becoming a trusted part of their community. For entrepreneurs seeking sustainable growth, Charest advocates focusing on ownership, relationships, and long-term customer engagement. Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dave Charest. Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact, shared practical advice for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startup founders on marketing, customer engagement, business growth, and the future of AI in marketing. Drawing from his experience helping small businesses worldwide, Charest explained why entrepreneurship is booming, how businesses can effectively market themselves with limited budgets, and why building direct customer relationships through email marketing remains one of the most valuable assets a company can own. Purpose of the Interview The interview was designed to: Explain why more people are starting businesses and pursuing entrepreneurship. Educate business owners on effective marketing strategies. Highlight the advantages of email marketing over relying solely on social media. Discuss common mistakes made by new entrepreneurs. Help small businesses understand how to build customer relationships. Explore how AI is transforming marketing and business operations. Provide actionable guidance for growing a brand through consistency and community engagement. Key Takeaways 1. Entrepreneurship Continues to Grow According to Charest, people are increasingly motivated to start businesses because they want: Greater independence Better control over their schedules Increased financial potential Many entrepreneurs are turning side hustles into full-time businesses and pursuing ownership rather than traditional employment. 2. Email Marketing Is More Valuable Than Most Entrepreneurs Realize One of the strongest themes of the interview is the importance of owning your audience. While social media platforms can help businesses attract attention, email marketing provides direct access to customers without relying on platform algorithms. Charest encourages entrepreneurs to use social media as a discovery tool but move customers into channels they control, such as email and text messaging. 3. The Real Asset Is the Relationship Businesses that own customer contact information have a direct connection that cannot be disrupted by changes in social media platforms. Unlike followers on a social network, email subscribers have chosen to hear from a business directly. The stronger the relationship, the greater the opportunity for future sales and engagement. 4. Small Lists Can Produce Big Results Charest challenges the belief that businesses need massive audiences to succeed. A small, engaged audience often produces better results than a large, passive following. For many local businesses, quality relationships matter more than audience size. 5. Consistency Beats Perfection When marketing a business, consistency is more important than trying every available platform. Business owners should: Choose channels they can maintain consistently. Show up regularly. Stay visible to customers. Build trust through repetition and reliability. His message is simple: people can't buy from businesses they forget about. 6. New Entrepreneurs Often Try to Do Too Much One of the most common mistakes startups make is attempting to launch every marketing tactic simultaneously. Charest recommends: Starting small. Building a solid foundation. Creating manageable marketing habits. Avoiding unrealistic expectations. Businesses grow more effectively when they focus on a few activities and execute them well. 7. Community Matters Successful local businesses build relationships beyond customers. Charest emphasized the importance of connecting with: Other local businesses Community organizations Referral partners Customers in person Strong community connections often become a business's most reliable growth engine. 8. Choose Marketing Channels That Fit Your Strengths Different social platforms serve different purposes. Rather than chasing every trend, entrepreneurs should focus on: Where their audience spends time What content they naturally enjoy creating Which platforms they can use consistently A sustainable strategy beats an ambitious one that is quickly abandoned. 9. Marketing Is About Staying Top of Mind Charest defines marketing in a straightforward way: Businesses need to remain visible so customers think of them first when they need a product or service. The more consistently a company appears in front of its audience, the stronger its brand becomes. 10. AI Is Becoming a Powerful Marketing Tool Charest views AI as a major opportunity for small businesses. He discussed how AI can help: Generate marketing content Create email campaigns Build marketing plans Repurpose content across multiple channels Analyze customer behavior Identify new opportunities Rather than replacing entrepreneurs, AI allows them to save time and make smarter decisions. 11. Business Owners Must Continue Learning Technology and marketing are evolving rapidly. Charest advises entrepreneurs to stay informed and remain open to new tools and trends, even if they do not adopt every new technology immediately. The key is to remain adaptable and avoid being left behind. Memorable Quotes "People are determined to become their own bosses." "Our mission is to help the small stand tall." "The money is in the list." "Your goal should always be trying to move those people to channels that you own." "The relationships you build with customers are always going to be your most valuable asset." "You don't really need the big numbers." "Start small." "Consistency is the big thing that makes marketing work." "Marketing at its simplest level is about keeping your business top of mind." "Small business owners are resilient." "There isn't a Plan B. Plan A is to own this business." "AI can save time so you can get back to the things you'd rather be doing." Bottom Line Dave Charest's interview is a practical playbook for entrepreneurs looking to grow a business in a crowded digital marketplace. His core message is that successful marketing is not about chasing every trend or building massive social media followings. Instead, businesses win by building genuine relationships, creating direct connections with customers through email and text marketing, staying consistent, embracing new technology like AI, and becoming a trusted part of their community. For entrepreneurs seeking sustainable growth, Charest advocates focusing on ownership, relationships, and long-term customer engagement. Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joe Marino joins Jeremy and Joe to review defensive struggles and successes following a matchup with the Texans. They discuss Josh Allen's elite play-making, Deon Walker's emergence as a dominant force, and what to expect in the upcoming clash against the Lions. (00:01:00) Joe Brady's Clinic Comments (00:02:05) Joe Marino Joins (00:06:26) Walker and Rousseau Standouts (00:10:15) Josh Allen's Elite Play (00:18:01) Bills vs Lions Preview
Mike Schopp and the Bulldog examine the Buffalo Bills' red zone performance following a caller's inquiry about explosive plays and scoring efficiency. They also reflect on a legendary Colonel Sanders Halloween costume and discuss the logistics of holiday deliveries and daylight savings time.(00:01:00) NFL TV Ratings Debate(00:02:36) Bills Red Zone Efficiency(00:08:27) Halloween Costume Memories
Want to stop paying for distribution and let YouTube's AI find the right audience for your business? I interview Derral Eves to learn how to build a YouTube content strategy that lets the algorithm find and deliver your ideal customers without paid ads.Why Most Businesses Get YouTube Strategy WrongHow to Target the Viewer, Not the CustomerHow to Use a Curiosity Gap to Earn the ClickHow to Build Know, Like, and Trust Before SellingHow to Use Find an Authentic VoiceHow to Choose the Right YouTube Video Format and Engagement MechanismHow to Use YouTube Analytics to Analyze and Adjust Your Content StrategyGuest: Derral Eves | Show Notes: socialmediaexaminer.com/735Review our show on Apple PodcastsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jeremy White and Nate Geary react to the Patriots' loss to the Seahawks, highlighting Drake Maye's fourth-quarter interceptions and Sam Darnold's hip injury. They debate the offensive play-calling and discuss how Jim Leonhard's blitz-heavy philosophy could benefit the Bills' defense.(00:02:27) Patriots Loss To Seahawks Analysis(00:09:52) Drake Maye Shoulder Injury Debate(00:16:07) Nate and Jeremy Discuss Maye(00:21:11) Jim Leonhard Defensive Strategy
TikTok has given us a whole new vocabulary for talking about relationships—red flags, gaslighting, love bombing, avoidant attachment, narcissism, trauma bonding and more. And while having language to recognize unhealthy relationship patterns can be incredibly valuable, have we started using those labels a little too freely? In this episode, I explore the good and the not-so-good side of social media relationship advice and whether constantly analyzing our partners' behavior is helping us make healthier choices—or making us suspicious of perfectly imperfect human beings. Because sometimes a red flag really is a red flag... and sometimes he's just getting on your nerves. - - - - - - - - Want that chapter checklist just Click Here! Great news...There is now a place where you can find printable to help you along on your journey. All based around my 5 chapter methodology. for more information Click Here! want to listen to this podcast off of apple, visit www.JosieFalcon.com you can email me at devastatedtodivorced@gmail.com If you want to just send me a quick note, you can find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/Josie.Falcon And lastly, If you would like to interact with me and share with others please join my Facebook group "Separation, Divorce & Starting Over"
To watch this entire episode ad-free, join me over on Patreon here: https://tinyurl.com/iseemfunepisode27I'm bringing to you my latest passion project, catching self-help wanna-be-celebrity, hypno-"therapist" boyfriend of Jennifer Aniston, Jim Curtis, in lies and watching his mask slip off sometimes to reveal this potential vulnerable narcissist under my watchful eye. If analyzing people is your kind of fun - you'll love this episode. If it isn't, you'll want to walk into the sea hitting unsubscribe all the way. xo, jenSHOW NOTESTo find out about all things Jen click here https://jenkirkman.bio.link and you can find out how to:Take a somatics movement class with Jen on ZoomJoin Jen's online co-working communityListen to Jen's other podcast about ADHD/AuDHDRead Jen's SubstackBrowse Jen's merchandiseGet discounts on fun stuff with Jen's affiliate partnersGet on Jen's “Can't Live Without List” NewsletterGet Jen's comedy album OK, Gen-XFind all of Jen's socials like Tik Tok, Instagram and You TubeBook Jen on Cameo!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Welcome back to another enlightening episode of Women of Impact with your host, Lisa Bilyeu! Today, we are diving deep into the art and psychology of seduction with the legendary author of "The 48 Laws of Power," Robert Greene. In this episode, we'll uncover the intricate dynamics of seduction, exploring the strategic tactics and psychological nuances that have influenced relationships throughout history and into the digital age.Join us as Robert reveals the powerful concept of the "sublime" from his upcoming book, sharing insights inspired by his near-death experience. We'll delve into the emotional complexities of love, the impact of social media on our fantasies, and the timeless dance of masculine and feminine energies in relationships. Lisa and Robert don't shy away from controversial topics, touching on manipulative techniques like negging and isolation, while emphasizing the importance of authenticity and emotional intelligence.Get ready to challenge your perspectives, learn how to protect yourself from manipulation, and understand the deeper layers of attraction.SHOWNOTESSpotting dangerous signs in relationships for protection.Build trust by becoming their genuine friend.Trust your gut intuition and observe cues.Analyze interactions later to understand true intentions.Supportive community with occasional negative comments reflected.Authenticity is crucial; avoid insincere niceness.Beware of isolation tactics, stay vigilant.FOLLOW LISA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeuYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpactTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=enSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In the Labor Day Monday broadcast, guest host Ryan Wrecker fills in on The Tara Show to discuss election dynamics alongside political historian Rich Rubino. Opening the show with nostalgia for childhood Labor Days and past Jerry Lewis telethons, Wrecker critiques local media coverage of political candidates before bringing on Rubino to explore campaign strategies. The two discuss Richard Nixon's classic political dictum—running to the partisan fringe during primary races before shifting toward the center for general elections. They analyze how candidates like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Abdul El-Sayed leverage name recognition and media attention, while Rubino outlines historical midterm patterns such as the "six-year itch" and forecasts narrow legislative shifts for the 2026 elections.
In the Labor Day Monday broadcast, guest host Ryan Wrecker fills in on The Tara Show to discuss election dynamics alongside political historian Rich Rubino. Opening the show with nostalgia for childhood Labor Days and past Jerry Lewis telethons, Wrecker critiques local media coverage of political candidates before bringing on Rubino to explore campaign strategies. The two discuss Richard Nixon's classic political dictum—running to the partisan fringe during primary races before shifting toward the center for general elections. They analyze how candidates like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Abdul El-Sayed leverage name recognition and media attention, while Rubino outlines historical midterm patterns such as the "six-year itch" and forecasts narrow legislative shifts for the 2026 elections.
*JOIN THE PHYSIONIC INSIDERS [PREMIUM CONTENT]*Join the Physionic Insiders: https://bit.ly/PhysionicInsiders2 *HEALTH AUTONOMY [COURSE]*Learn to Analyze & Apply Studies for Yourself: https://bit.ly/healthautonomy*JOIN THE COMMUNITY*Join my Community [It's Free!]: https://bit.ly/PhysionicCommunity2*EMAIL LIST*1-2 Weekly Email of Value [It's Free!]: http://bit.ly/2AXIzK6*HIRE ME FOR CONSULTING:* Consulting: https://bit.ly/3dmUl2H Created with Biorender0:00 - Introduction0:15 - The Classics1:57 - What's the News?6:04 - BerberineReferences [Funding/Conflicts are provided in the free article (found in the email list and Physionic Community Article Library)][1] Dong H, Wang N, Zhao L, Lu F. Berberine in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus: a systemic review and meta-analysis. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2012;2012:591654. doi:10.1155/2012/591654[Study 985] Sebo ZL, Chakrabarty RP, Grant RA, D'Alessandro KB, Koss AR, Blum JLE, et al. Metformin inhibits mitochondrial complex I in intestinal epithelium to promote glycaemic control. Nat Metab. 2026;8:1291-1304. doi:10.1038/s42255-026-01530-y[Study 986] Koffert JP, Mikkola K, Virtanen KA, Andersson AMD, Faxius L, Hällsten K, et al. Metformin treatment significantly enhances intestinal glucose uptake in patients with type 2 diabetes: results from a randomized clinical trial. Diabetes Res Clin Pract. 2017;131:208-216. doi:10.1016/j.diabres.2017.07.015[Study 987] Yin J, Xing H, Ye J. Efficacy of berberine in patients with type 2 diabetes. Metabolism. 2008;57(5):712-717. doi:10.1016/j.metabol.2008.01.013Please use the following link to submit your critique: https://bit.ly/PhysionicCritiqueDisclaimer: None of the information provided by this brand is a replacement for your physician's advice. This brand is information for the sake of knowledge and the options of choice it provides, not in any way a personalized prescription. Please consult your physician before making any health related changes.
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Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices In this edition of "Ask Rach" on The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel answers listener questions about rebuilding after a major business failure, attracting the right buyer when selling a business, and using old journal entries without getting stuck in the past. She encourages listeners to view failure as valuable experience rather than a definition of who they are, pair visualization with practical action when pursuing a goal, and measure personal growth by looking at how far they've come instead of fixating on how far they still have to go. Rach emphasizes that setbacks can become assets in your next chapter and that practices meant for personal growth should ultimately help you move forward and not keep you analyzing the past. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this segment of The Tara Show, hosts Tara and Lee Rogers discuss the deadlocked jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial. They express little surprise at the impasse, pointing to the jury's gender composition (nine women and three men) and criticizing Massachusetts court rules that leave jurors unsequestered and exposed to external influences, such as supporters wearing pink outside the courthouse. Tara forcefully rejects the defense's argument that postpartum psychosis absolved Clancy of responsibility, emphasizing evidence of online searches and calculated actions as proof of premeditation. The hosts condemn media coverage and supporters for using the tragedy to push a broader narrative, asserting that Clancy's deliberate actions warrant full legal accountability.
In this segment of The Tara Show, hosts Tara and Lee Rogers discuss the deadlocked jury in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial. They express little surprise at the impasse, pointing to the jury's gender composition (nine women and three men) and criticizing Massachusetts court rules that leave jurors unsequestered and exposed to external influences, such as supporters wearing pink outside the courthouse. Tara forcefully rejects the defense's argument that postpartum psychosis absolved Clancy of responsibility, emphasizing evidence of online searches and calculated actions as proof of premeditation. The hosts condemn media coverage and supporters for using the tragedy to push a broader narrative, asserting that Clancy's deliberate actions warrant full legal accountability.
PWTorch contributors Zac Clarke and Jerud Buhagiar analyze the landscape of TNA's storylines on the road to Bound for Glory, critique the current booking of the TNA Tag Titles, discuss the Option-C concept as a path to the World Title, and also weigh the effectiveness of introducing the Knockouts Television Championship. Further, Zac and JB, in the VIP Exclusive Aftershow, share several thoughts on the AEW All In PPV, including the Ospreay-Omega pre-match, Mercedes Mone's impressive run, AEW's strong production, and wrestler entrances at All-In, as well as a note on Kevin Owens' current run in WWE and potential injury scare.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
Ike, Spike, and Fritz delve into the recent GQ profile of Jalen Hurts, exploring the difficulty in truly knowing the Eagles' quarterback. They analyze his comments regarding AJ Brown's departure, his approach to offensive accountability, and a seemingly dismissive mention of Elliot Shorr-Parks. A listener joins the conversation to discuss how Hurts' stoic nature compares to other Philadelphia legends like Dr. J. 01:00 - Tupac Murder Case Update 03:26 - Jalen Hurts GQ Profile 05:07 - AJ Brown Trade Discussion 07:17 - Hurts On Offensive Accountability 13:00 - Reporter Snubs In GQ
Football is back, fall is around the corner, and there's plenty happening with the economy and markets. On this episode of the Money Matters Podcast, Wes Moss and Connor Miller sort through some of the current financial stories and explore what they may mean for investors and retirees. · Analyze the U.S. economy, inflation, and S&P 500 earnings as summer winds down. · Explore The Retire Sooner Method and Wes's latest research on the characteristics associated with happier retirees. · Consider the challenges the sandwich generation may face while juggling kids, aging parents, and retirement goals. · Compare recent trends in large-cap stocks, dividend growers, small caps, and diversified portfolios. · Follow how oil prices, federal debt, interest rates, and housing costs may influence the economy. · Track CPI and PCE inflation and potential changes to how these closely watched measures are calculated. · Examine why fewer Americans 55+ seem to be participating in the labor force and the factors that may influence retirement decisions. · Consider how growing investment in artificial intelligence may influence jobs, productivity, and economic growth. · See how changing immigration trends may affect employment and unemployment data. · Review the financial and lifestyle characteristics associated with retirement happiness in Wes's research. · Reflect on Dolly Parton's legacy and her apparent attention to purpose and giving. From inflation and the stock market to AI and retirement planning, Wes and Connor attempt to make sense of a busy financial landscape. Listen and subscribe to the Money Matters Podcast for more educational conversations about the economy, investing, and retirement.
Are high-quality dividend stocks currently trading at a discount? In this video, I run a systematic screening process across the entire US stock market to identify the top 25 dividend-growth companies for September. These 25 selections average a 3.11% starting yield, appear roughly 11% undervalued based on Dividend Yield Theory, and carry an estimated future return potential of 14.43% per year.
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Mina is joined by Robert Mays for a little football therapy ahead of the 2026 NFL season! They talk through some of the biggest questions they have heading into Week 1 and try to make sense of the teams, players and storylines they can't stop thinking about. Then, the Fantasy Footballers join the show for the first time for some FANTASY FOOTBALL therapy! They talk through the players they can't decide whether or not to draft, who they're buying, who they're staying away from and which players might be worth the risk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
John Batchelor and Michael Bernstam analyze the revenue-sharing deal between Iran and Oman over the Strait of Hormuz, which does not resolve the critical global refinery shortage. Decades of zero Western refinery expansion, alongside Ukrainian drone strikes disabling Russian capacity, has left a global deficit of 5.6 to 6 million barrels per day of refined products. This is especially severe for diesel, which requires heavy crude unlike the light sweet crude produced by the US shale revolution. With U.S. refineries running at maximum capacity, the threat of mechanical failures risks a full-blown supply crisis. (1)
CONTENTS JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 8-26-2026.832Greenwich Observatory (Robert Chambers, p.200, 1832) - Copy.pngJohn Batchelor and Michael Bernstam analyze the revenue-sharing deal between Iran and Oman over the Strait of Hormuz, which does not resolve the critical global refinery shortage. Decades of zero Western refinery expansion, alongside Ukrainian drone strikes disabling Russian capacity, has left a global deficit of 5.6 to 6 million barrels per day of refined products. This is especially severe for diesel, which requires heavy crude unlike the light sweet crude produced by the US shale revolution. With U.S. refineries running at maximum capacity, the threat of mechanical failures risks a full-blown supply crisis. (1)Richard Reinsch discusses the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and their principles, which advocate for economic collectivism, nationalizing private industries, and dismantling the U.S. constitutional republic in favor of a unicameral legislature. Reinsch contrasts this with a historical 1922 Kremlin conversation where Soviet leader Joseph Stalin accused American communist Jay Lovestone of "heresy" for arguing "American exceptionalism"—the idea that American working-class prosperity made them resistant to Marxism. Today, Reinsch views the DSA as an overeducated, white, urban phenomenon failing to win working-class or minority voters. (2)Rogier Windhorst and David Livingston: Professor Windhorst warns that the Hubble Space Telescope's orbit will begin to decay uncontrollably by September 2033 due to solar maximum atmospheric expansion. To prevent a hazardous, uncontrolled re-entry, Windhorst advocates for a robotic servicing mission to boost Hubble's orbit. As the only remaining telescope with precise blue-ultraviolet capabilities, Hubble's data remains critical and heavily in demand. Windhorst urges NASA to fund a $100 million rescue mission and eventually construct the Habitable Worlds Observatory to search for Earth-like exoplanets starting in 2040. (3)David Hebert discusses the fiscal debates surrounding Social Security's impending 2032 shortfall. Hebert refutes the idea that raising tax rates increases treasury revenue, noting that tax revenue historically remains constant at 17–18% of GDP because high rates prompt tax avoidance. Instead of "starving the beast" of resources, Hebert advocates for "starving the beast of responsibility" by decentralizing programs through federalism to cut administrative costs. He urges structural reforms to Social Security, highlighting that the ratio of workers supporting each retiree has plummeted from 40-to-1 down to 2-to-1. (4)Captain James Fanell (US Navy, retired), co-host Gordon Chang: Fanell warns that China is nearing completion of a military installation on Triton Island in the Paracels, expanding its "ring of control" in the South China Sea. He cautions that China may soon fortify Scarborough Shoal, threatening to block the northern South China Sea and degrade U.S. naval operations. In response to this rising coercion, the Philippines is boosting its 2027 defense budget by 6.3%, allocating $800 million for modernization with a heavy focus on intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance drones. Fanell urges more assertive naval cooperation to deter further Chinese expansion. (5)Dean Cheng, co-host Gordon Chang: Cheng analyzes China's space program and its pursuit of reusable booster technology to match SpaceX's cost-saving launch cadences. Although China has successfully recaptured first-stage boosters, it has not yet demonstrated refurbishing or reusing them. Cheng notes that China seeks space dominance to deploy six mega-constellations and establish moon colonies. He suggests that a delay in China's lunar south pole probe—officially blamed on solar exposure—is likely due to the ongoing accident investigation of the Long March 7 rocket failure. Cheng predicts a Chinese astronaut will walk on the moon by December 31, 2030. (6)Charles Burton, co-host Gordon Chang: Burton discusses the escalating trade war between Canada and the Trumpadministration, which triggered $20 billion in Canadian retaliatory tariffs and a 7.5 billion CAD business support package. The dispute has sparked public anti-Trump sentiment and personal mudslinging between Donald Trump and Ontario Premier Doug Ford. Stalled negotiations, compounded by unacceptable U.S. demands regarding French labeling laws, have shattered bilateral trust. Burton warns that Canada is prepared to pivot away from MAGA toward free trade with Europe and China, despite severe risks of Chinese economic coercion. (7)Jack Burnham outlines China's persistent military coercion campaign targeting Taiwan, noting that Beijing separates economic trade truces from its aggressive goal to subjugate the island. China's provocations, including Coast Guardpatrols east of Taiwan and flights over the median line, are designed to establish a "new normal." In December 2025, China responded to an $11 billion U.S. arms package by launching "Justice Mission 2025," an expansive military exercise simulating blockades and practicing "all-dimensional deterrence" to discourage U.S. intervention and test regional capabilities. (8)Doug Messier details SpaceX's plans to build "Starbase Louisiana," a massive $100 billion, 125,000-acre spaceport designed as the world's largest launch facility. Scheduled for construction in 2027 and launches by 2029, the facility will feature ten launch pads supporting thousands of annual, airline-style Starship flights. While bringing thousands of jobs, the coastal development raises environmental concerns regarding wetland habitats, which SpaceX has pledged to help restore. Messier also highlights Space Force's startup funding arm, SpaceWERX, which is fostering new aerospace innovators like Antares Nuclear and Muon Space. (9)Jeremy Zakis reports on the unprecedented rainfall sweeping across Australia, driven by a super El Niño cycle interacting with the Indian Ocean Dipole. South Australia and Adelaide experienced the heaviest downpours, breaking monthly rainfall records in a single day, while Sydney's infrastructure coped with several inches of rain. Victoria and Melbourne were largely spared due to the Great Dividing Range acting as a barrier. Zakis warns that weekly spring rains are highly unusual and threaten to fuel rapid forest undergrowth, which could dry out and create a dangerous bushfire hazard during future droughts. (10)
In real estate, moving faster doesn't always mean getting ahead. Sometimes, the smartest thing you can do is slow down. In this episode, Gino Barbaro breaks down the idea of “slowing down to speed up” in real estate investing — a strategy built around creating clarity, making better decisions, and avoiding costly mistakes before they happen. From buying deals to operating properties and scaling a portfolio, Gino explains why rushing into opportunities can lead to years of problems — and why taking a few extra days to analyze the numbers, verify assumptions, and understand the market can save you years of pain. One of the key principles: No deal is better than a bad deal. When evaluating a property, don't simply trust the projections. Slow down and verify the rents, expenses, occupancy, market conditions, CapEx, and the actual condition of the property. A deal only becomes an opportunity when the numbers work at a realistic price. Gino also explains how this principle applies to operating multifamily properties. Before trying to fix a problem, slow down and diagnose what's actually causing it. He uses the Four Ps — People, Price, Product, and Promotion — as a framework for identifying what's really happening inside a property. And when it comes to scaling, the same principle applies. Adding more units isn't necessarily progress if your infrastructure can't support the growth. Before scaling, ask: • Do we have the right people? • Do we have clear processes? • Are we tracking the right KPIs? • Does everyone know what they're accountable for? • Can the business operate without everything going through the entrepreneur? If the answer is no, it may be time to slow down and build the infrastructure before adding more units. Gino also shares the “Stop Audit” — an exercise designed to help real estate investors identify the areas where they're constantly putting out fires and determine what can be systemized, delegated, or eliminated. The goal isn't to hesitate. It's to create clarity first, then move fast. Slow down. Analyze the numbers. Remove the emotion. Make the decision rationally. And once you know the deal works, that's when you speed up and execute. Because in real estate, moving fast on the wrong decision can cost you years. If you're a real estate investor, multifamily operator, or entrepreneur looking to make better decisions and build a scalable business, this episode is for you.
This "Flodesk Studio & Email Copywriting: Email Marketing Strategies (Serious Conversations)" episode delivers a masterclass in email marketing strategy, copywriting best practices, and leveraging AI-powered tools like Flodesk Studio for audience growth and engagement.Favour Obasi-ike, MBA, MS tells listeners to learn critical details such as: Effective subject lines, preview text, and body structureThe impact of timing on open ratesSegmentation, cleaning, and list healthPersonalization and branding through design and font choicesHow to use Flodesk Studio to streamline campaign creation with AISpecial attention is paid to A/B testing, the difference between click and click-through rates, and practical features like polls and analytics for persistent improvement.Who is This For?This episode is for entrepreneurs, marketers, real estate professionals, coaches, consultants, and anyone seeking actionable advice on email marketing, copywriting, AI-powered content creation, and using Flodesk Studio. The content is tailored for those wanting to grow their business, improve engagement, and optimize digital communications.Key Moments & TimestampsIntro & Topic Breakdown — 00:00:03Why Email Marketing Still Matters — 00:02:18Email Copywriting Tips (PS, emojis, numbers, preview text) — 00:04:07Intro to Flodesk Studio & AI Features — 00:07:12Real estate applications & audience segmentation — 00:08:43Email List Cleaning, Segmentation, and Engagement — 00:38:40Choosing the Best Time to Send Emails — 00:51:075 Essential Elements of Email Copy — 01:01:44Email Design, Fonts, and Branding Insights — 01:17:24Testing & Optimization Emphasis — 01:24:13Actionable Takeaways from Guests — 01:22:26FAQs1. Who benefits most from using Flodesk Studio?Anyone who wants a seamless, AI-assisted way to design and send beautiful, brand-consistent emails, especially business owners, marketers, and real estate professionals.2. How do you improve open and click-through rates?Use strong subject lines (with emojis, odd numbers, brackets), compelling preview text, personalization, and clear CTAs. Incorporate A/B testing for continual improvement.3. What is the best time to send email campaigns?It varies. Analyze your own audience data (via tools like Flodesk reporting) to find your optimal window: weekday mornings often outperform, but testing is essential 00:53:19.4. Why is list cleaning important?Regularly removing unengaged contacts preserves deliverability, yields accurate analytics, and improves campaign performance 00:38:40.5. How can you personalize emails effectively?Use segmentation, address recipients by name, and tailor content/offers by user behavior and preferences 01:04:00.6. What are key elements of a high-performing email?Subject line, preview text, concise and well-formatted body, clear call to action, optimized images—each tested before broad send-off 01:01:44.Action Steps for youPromote the episode using engaging snippets and “clips” across LinkedIn, TikTok, and Instagram for wider reach 00:23:00.Share Flodesk Studio link and personal testimonials; encourage audience to experiment with AI-powered email design 00:07:12.Encourage listeners to A/B test subject lines and preview text for their own audiences.Build and nurture a peer community for ongoing discussions on marketing, copywriting, and tech tools 00:58:37.Offer private consulting or group workshops on best practices in email marketing, segmentation, branding, and testing.Continue to spotlight client and listener wins secured through these tactics for future episodes and social proof.Gather feedback/analytics from podcast listeners on their favorite actionable tip, using surveys or Flodesk polls.Remain updated with new Flodesk and Clubhouse features, suggesting product improvements where valuable (as discussed re: heat maps 00:48:19).For more support, listeners are encouraged to book a call, or subscribe to upcoming training and resources.Ready to Rank? Book Your SEO & Web Dev Services Today
Al & Jerry: Let's analyze Al's bloodwork
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Dr Alicia Watkins and a special guest discuss the horrible things happening inside Gary, Indiana.
Steak Shapiro and Sandra Golden discuss the latest buzz surrounding the Atlanta Falcons' quarterback situation, including Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa. They also preview the high-stakes series between the Braves and Dodgers while touching on college football news and the SEC's stance on the NFL draft loophole. 01:00 - Morning Intro And Updates 03:38 - Falcons Quarterback Talk 05:13 - College Football Landscape 08:58 - Braves Dodgers Series Preview 11:04 - Atlanta Sports Updates
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Kelly Wells to review WWE Smackdown with live chat and caller interactions throughout reacting to CM Punk vs. Kevin Owens main event including whether the finish was something to be upset about or the price you pay to get a free Punk-KO match on Smackdown? Also, did Cody Rhodes just tease turning heel and aligning with Paul Heyman? Could that factor into the finish of Bron Breakker vs. Oba Femi? Also, other topics included Chelsea Green, Blake Monroe, Hiromu Takahashi, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
In the 2nd hour of today's show, Dukes and Bell analyze the Atlanta Falcons' offensive strategy and the development of rookie Michael Penix Jr. compared to other 2024 draft picks. They recap NFL preseason highlights while discussing the learning curve for young quarterbacks and the role of coaching in their success. The conversation also previews a marquee pitching matchup between Chris Sale and Jacob Misiorowski before addressing NFL roster depth and injury concerns. 01:20 - Falcons Offense Focus 07:50 - NFL Preseason Lessons 17:35 - Braves Pitching Matchup 22:10 - Penix Health Update 25:45 - NFL Roster Debate
AUA2026: Should I Order a PET Scan? Integrating Molecular Imaging into Urologic Oncology Clinical Practice: Current Approaches and Future Opportunities CME Available: https://cme.auanet.org/URL/26DC041ONL LEARNING OBJECTIVES: At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Analyze the best available evidence on the current diagnostic imaging options for prostate, kidney, bladder, and testis cancer detection, staging, and follow-up. 2. Describe the benefits of combined functional and anatomic information gained through accurate matching of anatomic (CT/MRI) and functional (PET) images. 3. Debate the strengths and limitations of emerging molecular imaging techniques compared to existing diagnostic tests. 4. Optimally stage urologic oncology patients by understanding the performance characteristics of standard and emerging molecular imaging modalities. 5. Define the emerging role of PET imaging and novel radiotracers to assess chemotherapy and immunotherapy response. 6. Formulate a strategic plan for appropriate integration of molecular imaging into clinical practice. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Support provided by independent educational grants from: Astellas Lantheus Medical Imaging Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation Pfizer, Inc
How To Build a Better Product Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Having a better product than the competition is no guarantee of success, but it does help with your fundraise. Here's how to build a better product: First, understand the customer and the work they must do. Know the overall process flow and how the customer's job fits within it. Analyze the customer job to identify how to make it faster, easier, and cheaper to do. This includes time and dollars spent. Identify a key insight about the customer problem. These insights come from working in the industry or holding the job yourself. Know not only the customer job itself but also the workflow around it. Design a product that fits the customer flow and provides a faster, better, and cheaper solution. If you're not in the industry, then take on a consulting job in the industry for a period of time. This will build not only your knowledge of the job but also the business around it. It will give you connections in the industry that will be helpful later. It will also help you understand how to engage the support of others. Consider these steps in building a better product for your startup. Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at: http://investorconnect.org Check out our other podcasts here: https://investorconnect.org/ For Investors check out: https://tencapital.group/investor-landing/ For Startups check out: https://tencapital.group/company-landing/ For eGuides check out: https://tencapital.group/education/ For upcoming Events, check out https://tencapital.group/events/ For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group Please follow, share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of Bensound.
In today's episode, Gina continues her series on Claire Weekes' anxiety clearing methods. Specifically, how to begin to embrace anxiety sensations, rather than pushing them away in fear, is covered. This important practice can result in fast progress being made in anxiety recovery. Listen in and expand your knowledge of Claire Weekes and start reducing your anxiety!Stillpoint Fridays is my once-a-week Friday note — a slower, more personal reflection that's different from what I share on the podcast.If you'd like a quiet place to land as the week winds down, you can join here: http://eepurl.com/bR2F9P or on our website anxietycoachespodcast.com and sign up for the newsletter.Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/Website https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our community Group Coaching Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program1:1 Coaching Learn more about our One-on-One CoachingIf you prefer to listen AD-FREE, try our Supercast premium access membership:Learn more about anxiety What is anxiety?Free Guided Meditation for Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for AnxietyQuote:Do not run away from fear. Analyze it and see it as no more than a physical feeling.-Claire WeekesChapters0:27 Panic Is Exaggerated Fear3:38 Sensations Aren't the Emergency5:38 Adrenaline and the Heart9:11 Tingling and Derealization12:36 The Digestive Anxiety Loop15:28 From Detective to Observer16:46 Let It Be for a Minute19:31 Learning Through Experience22:30 Keep Living AnywaySummaryIn this episode we continue our 12-part series on Dr. Claire Weekes through a modern Anxiety Coaches Podcast lens. We focus on the idea that panic is only fear exaggerated, and we frame panic as a high-arousal stress response rather than something mysterious or dangerous.We look at common anxiety sensations in the body, including a racing heart, tingling, nausea, shaky legs and hands, adrenaline surges, and derealization. We discuss how these sensations feel very real, but how the frightened mind often adds a second layer of fear by interpreting them as emergencies.We revisit Claire Weekes' distinction between first fear and second fear. First fear is the automatic body response, while second fear is the alarm reaction to the sensation itself. We emphasize that recovery comes less from eliminating every sensation and more from changing how we respond when they appear.We also talk about the role of monitoring, checking, and reassurance-seeking. Whether it is checking the pulse, investigating tingling, or repeatedly testing whether things feel real, we describe these habits as keeping attention fixed on the symptoms. Instead, we practice allowing sensations to be present for a short time without interfering.We close with a simple exercise: when a familiar anxiety sensation shows up, ask whether we can let it be here for another minute, soften the body where possible, and return attention to daily life. The episode ends by returning to Claire Weekes' message that we do not need to run away from fear, but can see it as a physical feeling and keep living.#anxiety #panic #panicattack #claireweeks #mentalhealth #anxietyrecovery #stressresponse #anxietyrelief #mindfulness #nervoussystem #firstfear #secondfear #adrenaline #heartpalpitations #derealization #depersonalization #anxietyawareness #anxietysupport #mentalhealthmatters #copingmechanisms #anxietysymptoms #selfcare #wellness #podcast #anxietycoachespodcast #ginaryan #healing #overcominganxiety #stressrelief #sensation acceptance #exposure #bodyawareness #observer #innerpeace #calm #mentalwellness #holistichealth #emotionalhealth #mindbody #ACPSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Send a message to InsidetheSquareA client sends you a link to a website they generated with AI and asks if you can "just" build it in Squarespace. That one word is doing an enormous amount of work. In this episode, Becca breaks down what actually happens when an AI-generated design lands in your inbox — why AI tools design for how something looks rather than how it gets built, and why they're not thinking about Fluid Engine, page sections, content blocks, or the fact that mobile isn't just a smaller version of desktop. You'll learn the three-category system Becca uses to translate any AI mockup into a real Squarespace build before she replies to the email or quotes a price: built in (what Squarespace already does), built custom (possible, but it needs CSS and a judgment call about whether that detail is worth two hours), and built somewhere else (functionality like booking systems that isn't a design element at all — it's an entire platform hiding inside a pretty rectangle). Plus: how to explain all of this to a client without ever saying "Squarespace can't do that," and why the most valuable thing you sell now isn't your ability to recreate every pixel — it's your judgment. Your client has the idea. You create the plan.Chapters:00:00 The "Can You Just Build This in Squarespace?" Email02:59 What AI Design Tools Are Actually Doing (And What They Ignore)04:43 Why Squarespace's Structure Is a Feature, Not a Limitation05:52 Built In: What Squarespace Already Does06:58 Built Custom: When Custom CSS Is Worth It08:46 Built Somewhere Else: Hidden Functionality and Integrations10:33 How to Quote an AI-Generated Design and Explain It to Your ClientSupport the showThe term "Squarespace" is a trademark of Squarespace, Inc. This content is not affiliated with Squarespace, Inc. For a transcript of this episode, along with the links to any resources mentioned, visit insidethesquare.co/podcast
We'd love to hear from you. What are your thoughts and questions?Mitch Mechigian joins Dr. Allen to demystify blockchain technology, moving beyond speculation to view it as the next generation of financial infrastructure. Discover how stablecoins and digital assets are modernizing global payments and why institutional interest is surging.The conversation explores the transition from speculative hype to real-world utility. By examining the rise of stablecoins and the regulatory shift in the US, the discussion highlights why major institutions like BlackRock are now entering the digital asset space, marking a shift toward long-term integration rather than niche experimentation.Main Points: Recognize blockchain as a tool for upgrading outdated analog financial systems.Analyze how stablecoins function as programmable, dollar-pegged assets for global trade.Evaluate the impact of evolving US regulatory frameworks on institutional crypto adoption.Compare the technical differences between traditional bank settlement and blockchain-based asset movement.Connect With Mitch Mechigian:mmechigian@fifthera.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mitch-mechigian-b42b3572/https://twitter.com/BCoinvestors
In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (8-13-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Brandon LeClair discussed WWE Friday Night Smackdown with live callers and emails plus an on-site correspondent who attended in Tulsa, Okla. on the last 20 minutes of the show. The on-site correspondent includes details of what happened off-air including the attendance, crowd chants, t-shirts, fan signs leading to near violence, what Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman did during that long commercial, fan response to various wrestlers, and more. Wade and Brandon talk with callers about what worked and didn't work with the Reigns-Cena segment, Sasha Banks suddenly having friends who were just her rivals, Shinsuke Nakamura's IC Title reign, the father-son dissension brewing with Rey & Dominik Mysterio, Seth Rollins' promo on Edge, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
We go live to track the final Leagues Cup results and react as our hopes fade, then pivot to LAFC's new signing Armindo Sieb, a 23-year-old striker from the Bayern Munich system (recently with Mainz) on a long-term deal. We break down why this kind of move fits MLS roster constraints, how the Bayern partnership can help with scouting intel, and what we see in Sieb's highlight reel—powerful finishing, comfort on the ball, and a “tweener” profile who could play as a support striker or alongside Son. Then we preview Saturday's home match vs San Diego, discussing their drop to 13th in the West, their possession-heavy style, LAFC's transition advantage, and rotation choices with a brutal August schedule. We close with listener questions, rivalry talk, and Bet It and Forget It predictions.00:00 Dog Joins the Show00:23 Live Preview Setup01:16 Leagues Cup Scoreboard Watch02:41 Banter and Chat Format04:03 Leagues Cup Fate Debate05:39 New Signing Introduced08:08 Why This Transfer Makes Sense19:33 Highlight Reel Breakdown30:30 Leagues Cup Ends and Refocus31:34 San Diego Matchup Tactics35:19 Brutal August Schedule and Rotation36:35 Rotation Strategy Debate38:52 San Diego Rivalry Stakes39:51 Crowd Trouble Memories40:35 Questions and Subscriber Push41:43 Bayern Partnership Explained47:55 Transfer Window Outlook50:05 MLS Calendar and Trophy Talk53:04 Bet It and Forget It55:08 Blood Types and SignoffJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode, Steven Odebralski shares his unique journey from Marine Corps veteran to successful real estate investor and mortgage professional. Discover insights on market differences, deal sourcing, and building a remote real estate business. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Mark Schlereth evaluates Jackson Dart's development and the Denver Broncos' outlook for the upcoming season. Quincy Enunwa discusses Geno Smith's maturity and opens up about the neck injury that ended his playing career. They also debate the future of NFL pregame shows and airport lounge etiquette. 01:50 - NFL Preseason Betting 07:21 - Mark Schlereth Joins 13:11 - Jackson Dart Development 21:40 - Geno Smith Evaluation 26:43 - Broncos Season Outlook 37:10 - Bayonne Little League 41:05 - Quincy Enunwa Interview 49:04 - Injury Impact on Identity 55:50 - Airport Lounge Access
What does it really take to retire sooner and enjoy the years you've worked so hard for? On this episode of the Retire Sooner Podcast, Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase tackle listener questions about retirement planning, investing, taxes, retirement income, and the pursuit of a happier life after work. · Examine the idea of building a retirement life map around what matters most to you. · Discover what Aristotle can teach us about retirement happiness, purpose, and fulfillment. · Confront spending anxiety and why letting yourself enjoy your savings can be surprisingly difficult. · Consider when it might be time for a change of scenery—and what a move may mean for your finances. · Compare **cost-of-living **calculators when sizing up potential retirement destinations. · Analyze strategies for untangling concentrated stock positions, diversification, and the potential tax tradeoffs. · Explore the Rule of 55 and when it may provide penalty-free access to certain 401(k) funds. · Experience the Retire Sooner Method, from the Money & Happiness Green Zones and Core Pursuits to relationships and sleep. · Break down the 4% rule of thumb, withdrawal rates, and the fear of running out of money. · Weigh a HELOC versus IRA withdrawal while considering taxes and potential Roth conversions. · Walk through listener scenarios involving retirement readiness, withdrawal strategies, and investment allocation. Retirement is about more than hitting a number—it's also about figuring out what you want those years to look like. Listen and subscribe to the Retire Sooner Podcast for more educational conversations about the money and life behind a happier retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode, Tracy Perrin shares his journey from wholesaling to developing an innovative AI-powered operating system for real estate professionals. Discover how his tools like iSpeedToClose are transforming deal analysis and lead management in a competitive market. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dave Charest. Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact, shared practical advice for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startup founders on marketing, customer engagement, business growth, and the future of AI in marketing. Drawing from his experience helping small businesses worldwide, Charest explained why entrepreneurship is booming, how businesses can effectively market themselves with limited budgets, and why building direct customer relationships through email marketing remains one of the most valuable assets a company can own. Purpose of the Interview The interview was designed to: Explain why more people are starting businesses and pursuing entrepreneurship. Educate business owners on effective marketing strategies. Highlight the advantages of email marketing over relying solely on social media. Discuss common mistakes made by new entrepreneurs. Help small businesses understand how to build customer relationships. Explore how AI is transforming marketing and business operations. Provide actionable guidance for growing a brand through consistency and community engagement. Key Takeaways 1. Entrepreneurship Continues to Grow According to Charest, people are increasingly motivated to start businesses because they want: Greater independence Better control over their schedules Increased financial potential Many entrepreneurs are turning side hustles into full-time businesses and pursuing ownership rather than traditional employment. 2. Email Marketing Is More Valuable Than Most Entrepreneurs Realize One of the strongest themes of the interview is the importance of owning your audience. While social media platforms can help businesses attract attention, email marketing provides direct access to customers without relying on platform algorithms. Charest encourages entrepreneurs to use social media as a discovery tool but move customers into channels they control, such as email and text messaging. 3. The Real Asset Is the Relationship Businesses that own customer contact information have a direct connection that cannot be disrupted by changes in social media platforms. Unlike followers on a social network, email subscribers have chosen to hear from a business directly. The stronger the relationship, the greater the opportunity for future sales and engagement. 4. Small Lists Can Produce Big Results Charest challenges the belief that businesses need massive audiences to succeed. A small, engaged audience often produces better results than a large, passive following. For many local businesses, quality relationships matter more than audience size. 5. Consistency Beats Perfection When marketing a business, consistency is more important than trying every available platform. Business owners should: Choose channels they can maintain consistently. Show up regularly. Stay visible to customers. Build trust through repetition and reliability. His message is simple: people can't buy from businesses they forget about. 6. New Entrepreneurs Often Try to Do Too Much One of the most common mistakes startups make is attempting to launch every marketing tactic simultaneously. Charest recommends: Starting small. Building a solid foundation. Creating manageable marketing habits. Avoiding unrealistic expectations. Businesses grow more effectively when they focus on a few activities and execute them well. 7. Community Matters Successful local businesses build relationships beyond customers. Charest emphasized the importance of connecting with: Other local businesses Community organizations Referral partners Customers in person Strong community connections often become a business's most reliable growth engine. 8. Choose Marketing Channels That Fit Your Strengths Different social platforms serve different purposes. Rather than chasing every trend, entrepreneurs should focus on: Where their audience spends time What content they naturally enjoy creating Which platforms they can use consistently A sustainable strategy beats an ambitious one that is quickly abandoned. 9. Marketing Is About Staying Top of Mind Charest defines marketing in a straightforward way: Businesses need to remain visible so customers think of them first when they need a product or service. The more consistently a company appears in front of its audience, the stronger its brand becomes. 10. AI Is Becoming a Powerful Marketing Tool Charest views AI as a major opportunity for small businesses. He discussed how AI can help: Generate marketing content Create email campaigns Build marketing plans Repurpose content across multiple channels Analyze customer behavior Identify new opportunities Rather than replacing entrepreneurs, AI allows them to save time and make smarter decisions. 11. Business Owners Must Continue Learning Technology and marketing are evolving rapidly. Charest advises entrepreneurs to stay informed and remain open to new tools and trends, even if they do not adopt every new technology immediately. The key is to remain adaptable and avoid being left behind. Memorable Quotes "People are determined to become their own bosses." "Our mission is to help the small stand tall." "The money is in the list." "Your goal should always be trying to move those people to channels that you own." "The relationships you build with customers are always going to be your most valuable asset." "You don't really need the big numbers." "Start small." "Consistency is the big thing that makes marketing work." "Marketing at its simplest level is about keeping your business top of mind." "Small business owners are resilient." "There isn't a Plan B. Plan A is to own this business." "AI can save time so you can get back to the things you'd rather be doing." Bottom Line Dave Charest's interview is a practical playbook for entrepreneurs looking to grow a business in a crowded digital marketplace. His core message is that successful marketing is not about chasing every trend or building massive social media followings. Instead, businesses win by building genuine relationships, creating direct connections with customers through email and text marketing, staying consistent, embracing new technology like AI, and becoming a trusted part of their community. For entrepreneurs seeking sustainable growth, Charest advocates focusing on ownership, relationships, and long-term customer engagement. Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dave Charest. Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact, shared practical advice for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startup founders on marketing, customer engagement, business growth, and the future of AI in marketing. Drawing from his experience helping small businesses worldwide, Charest explained why entrepreneurship is booming, how businesses can effectively market themselves with limited budgets, and why building direct customer relationships through email marketing remains one of the most valuable assets a company can own. Purpose of the Interview The interview was designed to: Explain why more people are starting businesses and pursuing entrepreneurship. Educate business owners on effective marketing strategies. Highlight the advantages of email marketing over relying solely on social media. Discuss common mistakes made by new entrepreneurs. Help small businesses understand how to build customer relationships. Explore how AI is transforming marketing and business operations. Provide actionable guidance for growing a brand through consistency and community engagement. Key Takeaways 1. Entrepreneurship Continues to Grow According to Charest, people are increasingly motivated to start businesses because they want: Greater independence Better control over their schedules Increased financial potential Many entrepreneurs are turning side hustles into full-time businesses and pursuing ownership rather than traditional employment. 2. Email Marketing Is More Valuable Than Most Entrepreneurs Realize One of the strongest themes of the interview is the importance of owning your audience. While social media platforms can help businesses attract attention, email marketing provides direct access to customers without relying on platform algorithms. Charest encourages entrepreneurs to use social media as a discovery tool but move customers into channels they control, such as email and text messaging. 3. The Real Asset Is the Relationship Businesses that own customer contact information have a direct connection that cannot be disrupted by changes in social media platforms. Unlike followers on a social network, email subscribers have chosen to hear from a business directly. The stronger the relationship, the greater the opportunity for future sales and engagement. 4. Small Lists Can Produce Big Results Charest challenges the belief that businesses need massive audiences to succeed. A small, engaged audience often produces better results than a large, passive following. For many local businesses, quality relationships matter more than audience size. 5. Consistency Beats Perfection When marketing a business, consistency is more important than trying every available platform. Business owners should: Choose channels they can maintain consistently. Show up regularly. Stay visible to customers. Build trust through repetition and reliability. His message is simple: people can't buy from businesses they forget about. 6. New Entrepreneurs Often Try to Do Too Much One of the most common mistakes startups make is attempting to launch every marketing tactic simultaneously. Charest recommends: Starting small. Building a solid foundation. Creating manageable marketing habits. Avoiding unrealistic expectations. Businesses grow more effectively when they focus on a few activities and execute them well. 7. Community Matters Successful local businesses build relationships beyond customers. Charest emphasized the importance of connecting with: Other local businesses Community organizations Referral partners Customers in person Strong community connections often become a business's most reliable growth engine. 8. Choose Marketing Channels That Fit Your Strengths Different social platforms serve different purposes. Rather than chasing every trend, entrepreneurs should focus on: Where their audience spends time What content they naturally enjoy creating Which platforms they can use consistently A sustainable strategy beats an ambitious one that is quickly abandoned. 9. Marketing Is About Staying Top of Mind Charest defines marketing in a straightforward way: Businesses need to remain visible so customers think of them first when they need a product or service. The more consistently a company appears in front of its audience, the stronger its brand becomes. 10. AI Is Becoming a Powerful Marketing Tool Charest views AI as a major opportunity for small businesses. He discussed how AI can help: Generate marketing content Create email campaigns Build marketing plans Repurpose content across multiple channels Analyze customer behavior Identify new opportunities Rather than replacing entrepreneurs, AI allows them to save time and make smarter decisions. 11. Business Owners Must Continue Learning Technology and marketing are evolving rapidly. Charest advises entrepreneurs to stay informed and remain open to new tools and trends, even if they do not adopt every new technology immediately. The key is to remain adaptable and avoid being left behind. Memorable Quotes "People are determined to become their own bosses." "Our mission is to help the small stand tall." "The money is in the list." "Your goal should always be trying to move those people to channels that you own." "The relationships you build with customers are always going to be your most valuable asset." "You don't really need the big numbers." "Start small." "Consistency is the big thing that makes marketing work." "Marketing at its simplest level is about keeping your business top of mind." "Small business owners are resilient." "There isn't a Plan B. Plan A is to own this business." "AI can save time so you can get back to the things you'd rather be doing." Bottom Line Dave Charest's interview is a practical playbook for entrepreneurs looking to grow a business in a crowded digital marketplace. His core message is that successful marketing is not about chasing every trend or building massive social media followings. Instead, businesses win by building genuine relationships, creating direct connections with customers through email and text marketing, staying consistent, embracing new technology like AI, and becoming a trusted part of their community. For entrepreneurs seeking sustainable growth, Charest advocates focusing on ownership, relationships, and long-term customer engagement. Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dave Charest. Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact, shared practical advice for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and startup founders on marketing, customer engagement, business growth, and the future of AI in marketing. Drawing from his experience helping small businesses worldwide, Charest explained why entrepreneurship is booming, how businesses can effectively market themselves with limited budgets, and why building direct customer relationships through email marketing remains one of the most valuable assets a company can own. Purpose of the Interview The interview was designed to: Explain why more people are starting businesses and pursuing entrepreneurship. Educate business owners on effective marketing strategies. Highlight the advantages of email marketing over relying solely on social media. Discuss common mistakes made by new entrepreneurs. Help small businesses understand how to build customer relationships. Explore how AI is transforming marketing and business operations. Provide actionable guidance for growing a brand through consistency and community engagement. Key Takeaways 1. Entrepreneurship Continues to Grow According to Charest, people are increasingly motivated to start businesses because they want: Greater independence Better control over their schedules Increased financial potential Many entrepreneurs are turning side hustles into full-time businesses and pursuing ownership rather than traditional employment. 2. Email Marketing Is More Valuable Than Most Entrepreneurs Realize One of the strongest themes of the interview is the importance of owning your audience. While social media platforms can help businesses attract attention, email marketing provides direct access to customers without relying on platform algorithms. Charest encourages entrepreneurs to use social media as a discovery tool but move customers into channels they control, such as email and text messaging. 3. The Real Asset Is the Relationship Businesses that own customer contact information have a direct connection that cannot be disrupted by changes in social media platforms. Unlike followers on a social network, email subscribers have chosen to hear from a business directly. The stronger the relationship, the greater the opportunity for future sales and engagement. 4. Small Lists Can Produce Big Results Charest challenges the belief that businesses need massive audiences to succeed. A small, engaged audience often produces better results than a large, passive following. For many local businesses, quality relationships matter more than audience size. 5. Consistency Beats Perfection When marketing a business, consistency is more important than trying every available platform. Business owners should: Choose channels they can maintain consistently. Show up regularly. Stay visible to customers. Build trust through repetition and reliability. His message is simple: people can't buy from businesses they forget about. 6. New Entrepreneurs Often Try to Do Too Much One of the most common mistakes startups make is attempting to launch every marketing tactic simultaneously. Charest recommends: Starting small. Building a solid foundation. Creating manageable marketing habits. Avoiding unrealistic expectations. Businesses grow more effectively when they focus on a few activities and execute them well. 7. Community Matters Successful local businesses build relationships beyond customers. Charest emphasized the importance of connecting with: Other local businesses Community organizations Referral partners Customers in person Strong community connections often become a business's most reliable growth engine. 8. Choose Marketing Channels That Fit Your Strengths Different social platforms serve different purposes. Rather than chasing every trend, entrepreneurs should focus on: Where their audience spends time What content they naturally enjoy creating Which platforms they can use consistently A sustainable strategy beats an ambitious one that is quickly abandoned. 9. Marketing Is About Staying Top of Mind Charest defines marketing in a straightforward way: Businesses need to remain visible so customers think of them first when they need a product or service. The more consistently a company appears in front of its audience, the stronger its brand becomes. 10. AI Is Becoming a Powerful Marketing Tool Charest views AI as a major opportunity for small businesses. He discussed how AI can help: Generate marketing content Create email campaigns Build marketing plans Repurpose content across multiple channels Analyze customer behavior Identify new opportunities Rather than replacing entrepreneurs, AI allows them to save time and make smarter decisions. 11. Business Owners Must Continue Learning Technology and marketing are evolving rapidly. Charest advises entrepreneurs to stay informed and remain open to new tools and trends, even if they do not adopt every new technology immediately. The key is to remain adaptable and avoid being left behind. Memorable Quotes "People are determined to become their own bosses." "Our mission is to help the small stand tall." "The money is in the list." "Your goal should always be trying to move those people to channels that you own." "The relationships you build with customers are always going to be your most valuable asset." "You don't really need the big numbers." "Start small." "Consistency is the big thing that makes marketing work." "Marketing at its simplest level is about keeping your business top of mind." "Small business owners are resilient." "There isn't a Plan B. Plan A is to own this business." "AI can save time so you can get back to the things you'd rather be doing." Bottom Line Dave Charest's interview is a practical playbook for entrepreneurs looking to grow a business in a crowded digital marketplace. His core message is that successful marketing is not about chasing every trend or building massive social media followings. Instead, businesses win by building genuine relationships, creating direct connections with customers through email and text marketing, staying consistent, embracing new technology like AI, and becoming a trusted part of their community. For entrepreneurs seeking sustainable growth, Charest advocates focusing on ownership, relationships, and long-term customer engagement. Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success. Business Podcast Entrepreneurship Small Business Business Growth Financial Literacy Wealth Building Black Entrepreneurs Minority Business Leadership Executive Leadership Business Funding Marketing Strategies Personal Development Startup Advice Sales Training CEO Interviews Founder Stories Professional Development Economic Empowerment Business Success Networking Brand Building Innovation How to start a business Small business funding Entrepreneur success stories Business leadership podcast Wealth building strategies Black entrepreneur podcast Minority business development Marketing for small businesses Business growth strategies Startup funding opportunities Executive leadership training Financial literacy education Success mindset podcast #SHMS #BEST #STRAWSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bob Zimmerman highlights the rapid evolution of the commercial space industry, comparing it to the early 20th-century auto boom. A major milestone includes SpaceX successfully retrieving a Starship stage from the Indian Ocean to analyze its thermal protection tiles. Zimmerman notes that the FAA is proposing to exempt spaceports from 13 environmental laws to curb "mission creep" and "lawfare." In the satellite market, Starlink's dominance has forced competitors like Hughes into bankruptcy. Internationally, Zimmerman criticizes the European Union Space Act as a regulatory disaster that could drive U.S. and Chinese businesses away from the EU market. Other notable developments include Spain's $1 billion offer to move the Thirty Meter Telescope to the Canary Islands and new evidence that near-surface ice is ubiquitous on Mars, simplifying future colonization. He also mentions the mapping of 200,000 supermassive black holes. (2)
This is how to analyze a rental property step-by-step in 2026. You don't need to do any complicated math, you don't need to sign up for a course, and you don't need to have previous rental property experience. I've tweaked this process over the past fifteen years of investing to ensure it gets me the best returns possible while being so conservative that it's hard to get it wrong. Today, I'm showing you exactly how to do rental property analysis like a pro, even if this is your first investment property. I took a real property from Zillow to analyze in this episode, using real rent and expense estimates, not made-up numbers to make the cash flow look good. I'll walk through which numbers are crucial to get right, which you can adjust to see if the deal would work in different scenarios, and how to get the seller (instead of you) to pay for some of your costs or lower the price. Every tool I use in this episode is listed below, so use them! In This Episode We Cover How to analyze a rental property, step-by-step in 2026 (with an actual property example) Why you must read the full listing description to find what most investors miss Calculating after-repair value (ARV) to see how much your property could be worth The three different ways to estimate rent price (and which is most accurate?) The returns I need to see to move forward on a real estate deal (which metrics matter most) And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-1311. Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In The Londinium Chronicles, Gaius (John Batchelor) and Germanicus (Michael Vlahos) explore the intersections of Roman history and modern geopolitics.Gaius and Germanicus: The hosts analyze the current "floundering" of the White House and the Kremlin. Germanicus argues the US lacks a "theory of victory" in Iran, mired in a conflict it refuses to settle due to the inability to accept defeat. Simultaneously, he critiques NATO for using Ukraine as a surrogate to bait Russia, noting that small, "inveterately focused" nations like Poland and the Baltics are dragging the US into an unnecessary war. Germanicus describes Europe as a "homunculus"—a helpless dependency attached to the US with no personal agency. He suggests the US remains trapped by the "overhang" of its post-Cold War "super triumph," viewing itself as an Olympian god of war despite failed enterprises in Iraq and Afghanistan. Russia, meanwhile, is characterized as being in "survival mode," seeking to defend its borders against NATO's offensive pressure. (1)SULLA COIN
STREAMING MAKING JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 7-22-2026.1900 CALDWELL IDAHOThe provided transcript captures a behind-the-scenes and live broadcast dialogue from The John Bachelor Show, where the host and guests analyze global geopolitical instability and economic shifts. A primary focus is the emergence of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO), which the participants characterize as a strategic attempt by China to dominate international technological standards despite its own internal economic struggles. The conversation further examines a legislative push by the Democratic Socialists of America to reduce the United States nuclear triad, a move the guests label as dangerous unilateral disarmament. Additionally, the experts discuss the escalating conflict in the Middle East, specifically focusing on Houthi threats to maritime trade and the complex maneuvers of global superpowers in the region. Throughout the recording, the speakers emphasize the deteriorating state of the Chinese economy and the necessity for the United States to maintain its competitive edge in both military and technological sectors. This comprehensive overview illustrates the interconnected nature of modern warfare, emerging AI governance, and international energy markets.