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We break down Indiana's "perfect" National Championship run and the schematic evolution of the NFL run game from Wide Zone back to Duo. Plus, we react to the Steelers' controversial hiring of Mike McCarthy and analyze how the Patriots and Seahawks punched their tickets to the Super Bowl.In this episode:Break down Indiana's “perfect” National Championship victory and the fundamental-heavy approach that defined their historic season.React to the latest NFL coaching hires, including why Mike McCarthy to the Steelers feels like the “worst hire” of the cycle.Analyze the AFC Championship game, questioning the Broncos' aggressive 4th-down decision-making in severe weather conditions.Recap the Seahawks' win over the Rams, focusing on Sam Darnold's surprising efficiency and the Rams' passive defensive strategy.Detail the schematic evolution of the NFL run game as offenses shift from Wide Zone back to Duo to punish lighter defensive fronts.—Timestamps:00:00 - Intro: Indiana as the "Perfect" College Football Story 06:52 - Cignetti's Philosophy: Being an "A**hole" About Fundamentals 13:21 - Schematic Breakdown: How Indiana's "Wolves in Sheep's Clothing" Defense Stifled Miami 19:15 - NFL Coaching Carousel: Stefanski & Harbaugh Staff Moves 21:40 - Hafley to Miami & The End of Tua? 23:45 - Jesse Minter to the Ravens 25:50 - Robert Saleh to the Titans 27:39 - Mike McCarthy to Pittsburgh: The "Worst Hire" of the Cycle? 32:01 - Eric Bieniemy Returns to KC (The "Soft Firing") 35:03 - The Buffalo Bills: The Most Dysfunctional Job in the NFL 40:36 - AFC Championship: Broncos vs. Patriots & The Weather Factor 44:34 - Is Christian Gonzalez Actually a Lockdown Corner? 52:08 - NFC Championship: Rams vs. Seahawks Recap 01:02:25 - Schematic Trends: The Shift from Wide Zone Back to Duo 01:05:40 - The Cardinals Vacancy & Prediction for Chris Shula 01:10:02 - Outro—» Join Felix and Cody each Wednesday as we dive deep into the game we love!MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe.—© 2026 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.matchquarters.com/subscribe
God’s favor is often revealed through obedience, not comfort. This Christian devotional explores what it truly means to be highly favored by God, using Mary’s willing response to God’s calling as a model of surrendered faith. Rooted in Luke 1:38, it challenges believers to say yes to God—even when obedience comes at a high personal cost. Highlights God’s favor is often revealed through obedience and surrender Mary’s willingness shows faith that trusts God despite uncertainty God qualifies those He calls when they respond in humility Obedience may require sacrificing comfort, security, and reputation Saying yes to God can lead to lasting spiritual impact God honors hearts that are willing to serve at any cost Faith grows when we trust God beyond what we can understand Do you want to listen ad-free? 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Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments. https://trinitycredit.org Full Transcript Below: Highly Favored by GodBy: Michelle Lazurek Bible Reading:“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May your word to me be fulfilled.” - Luke 1:38 Several years ago, my husband felt a calling to plant a church. He came to me one day and talked to me about the change, as we were already pastoring a church at a great distance from where we had originally grown up. My husband shared that he had a vision of a different kind of church and felt God was calling him to plant one. Honestly, I didn't sense the same calling. But I trusted him, and in submission, followed him in his endeavors. After five years, the church closed due to financial constraints and declining attendance. Reflecting on that time in our lives, it would be easy for me to blame my husband and say he didn't hear God correctly. I could even say that, because I didn't sense his calling, I should have stopped it. There is a saying, “God doesn't call the qualified, he qualifies the called.” The Lord honors our obedience to do whatever we feel God may be calling us to do. Although it's not always easy to hear what the Lord is saying and to discern whether a calling is our thoughts or God's, God honors our hearts when we choose to give up many things to fulfill His purpose. Mary's response to the angel’s visitation is one we should all emulate. It's interesting to note that Mary was at first troubled by the angel's words because God highly favored her. However, once the Angel explained to her exactly what that might mean, her response above demonstrates that, even amidst difficulty, peril, and public humiliation, she was willing to fulfill God's call. Unlike many people in the Bible, Mary never flinched at the obedience God was calling her to. She, like Jesus, considered herself a servant of God. She was willing to do whatever He wanted, whenever He wanted. Think about your life. What is your response when God calls you to do something? Do you immediately ignore it, believing it is only your thoughts rather than God's thoughts? Analyze the difference in your response between something easy that God calls you to do, versus something more difficult that God calls you to do. Do you find you respond more readily to something that doesn't cost you significant comfort, time, money, or resources? Mary said yes to God regardless of the high cost. Being a young girl, she knew she would be subjected to public ridicule, humiliation, rumors, and false accusations regarding the father of that baby. She also risked losing Joseph, her betrothed. In her human nature, part of her must have worried about Joseph's response when he learned of her news. Would he believe her? Would he think, like so many others, that she had had relations with a man other than him? Although the Angel of the Lord protected her from the misery that would come from a divorce, she chose to forsake personal comfort for the sake of serving the Lord. She considered herself a lowly servant, ready to serve God at a moment's notice. If God asked you to do something great for Him, what would you do? Would you sell your home, move to a new location, or give up all your luxuries and comforts just to serve God? Analyze your heart as you read these words. What emotions do the above words evoke for you? Do you feel excited to serve the Lord, or do you feel a sense of dread, anxiety, or anger? Mary was ready to serve God on a moment’s notice. She chose to accept a calling that cost her dearly in this life, but in the end, would make her known as the mother of Jesus for generations to come. Mary, once a lowly servant girl, was elevated to the position of the mother of God's son all by saying yes to God. She wouldn't have it any other way. Would you? Father, let us be people who accept God's calling even if it comes at a high cost. Let us consider ourselves servants who, upon hearing God highly favors us, are willing to serve Him at any cost. Let us forsake our own comforts, luxuries, money, time, and resources to further the gospel. Let us accept God's calling even if we don't fully understand what costs will come to us as we do. Amen. Intersecting Faith & Life: Has God ever called you to do something great for Him? What was your response? Further Reading:Luke 2:39-45 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Everybody talks about creativity, but very few are willing to measure it. The real advantage comes from combining imagination with obsession.That's the lesson of MrBeast, the YouTube creator who turned data-driven storytelling into one of the most powerful media brands in the world. In this episode, we explore his marketing playbook with the help of our special guest Rodrigo Fontes, VP of Marketing at QuillBot.Together, we break down what B2B marketers can learn from engineering audience retention, building repeatable content formats, and investing just a little more effort to create work people can't look away from.About our guest, Rodrigo FontesRodrigo Fonte is the VP of Marketing at Quillbot. He is a strategic marketing leader with over 15 years of experience building and scaling brands across both B2C and B2B markets. Rodrigo is currently driving growth in Generative AI and consumer tech at QuillBot (Learneo). He's also leading the global marketing organization behind one of the world's most widely used AI writing assistants, overseeing Brand, Media, Influencers, Social, SEO, ASO, Content, Product Marketing, and International Expansion.What B2B Companies Can Learn From MrBeast:Obsess over audience retention, not just reach. MrBeast doesn't just aim for views, he studies exactly where attention drops and rebuilds content accordingly. Rodrigo says, “His data-driven customer obsession on every detail to make things work, I think that's such an amazing thing for us marketers today to think [about].” B2B teams should move beyond impressions and focus on where prospects lose interest and why. Analyze content the same way you analyze funnels. Retention is the real signal of relevance.Show people something they've never seen before. Originality is MrBeast's core advantage. He doesn't just execute well, he starts with ideas audiences haven't encountered. Rodrigo reminds us, “The fight for attention is brutal today.” If your content looks like your competitors', it's already invisible. Massive budgets aren't required to execute original ideas, as MrBeast proved in his early viral videos. Novelty is a priceless strategic asset.Use culture as a creative multiplier. MrBeast often revamps formats by tapping into existing cultural moments (e.g., Squid Game, Willy Wonka). Rodrigo points out, “He can really revamp a format if he adds culture to [it].” B2B strategy doesn't have to reinvent the wheel. Tie your ideas to what your audience already cares about instead of forcing attention from scratch.Quote“ Go deeper on what really, already has the attention of your target audience, instead of starting from scratch. What are they paying attention to already?”Time Stamps[01:03] Meet Rodrigo Fontes, VP of Marketing at QuillBot[02:13] Why MrBeast?[09:07] Why His Content Works[16:58] The Power of Effort and Originality[22:05] Repeatable Formats and Serialized Content[29:20] Lessons from Branded Content and Influencers[42:45] QuillBot's Content Strategy[47:56] Advice for Marketing Leaders[51:12] Final Thoughts and TakeawaysLinksConnect with Rodrigo on LinkedInLearn more about QuillBotAbout Remarkable!Remarkable! is created by the team at Caspian Studios, the premier B2B Podcast-as-a-Service company. Caspian creates both nonfiction and fiction series for B2B companies. If you want a fiction series check out our new offering - The Business Thriller - Hollywood style storytelling for B2B. Learn more at CaspianStudios.com. In today's episode, you heard from Ian Faison (CEO of Caspian Studios) and Meredith Gooderham (Head of Production). Remarkable was produced this week by Jess Avellino, mixed by Scott Goodrich, and our theme song is “Solomon” by FALAK. Create something remarkable. Rise above the noise. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ernesto Araujo and Alejandro Pena Esclusa analyze Venezuela's posture of public defiance while remaining privately obedient to the Trump administration. The segment explores the contradictions in Caracas's diplomatic stance, suggesting the regime's theatrical resistance masks behind-the-scenes accommodations driven by economic pressure and political survival calculations.
Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski | True Crime News & Commentary
How does a family go from calling police in 2019 to sleeping in the same house on December 13th, 2025? What did Rob and Michele Reiner stop being able to see? Two experts break down the psychological dynamics that may have led accomplished, intelligent parents to underestimate danger from their own son.Former FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke—who served as Chief of the Bureau's Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program—analyzes how trust gets exploited through reciprocity, vulnerability, and shared identity. The Reiners had tried tough love. It hadn't worked. They blamed themselves. How does manufactured guilt function as a manipulation tool? Nick co-wrote "Being Charlie" with his father—a movie about their own relationship. That's extraordinary narrative control. What does that level of influence over the family story tell you about who actually held power?Psychotherapist Shavaun Scott delivers a comprehensive three-part psychological analysis. Part one examines Nick's schizoaffective disorder and the medication change that reportedly destabilized him one month before the murders—plus the psychology of someone who admits killing his parents but believes his incarceration is a conspiracy. Part two breaks down how the family "grew used to" behavior that alarmed strangers, how Nick reportedly manipulated his way through 18-plus treatment facilities, and why Rob and Michele brought Nick to Conan O'Brien's party rather than leave him alone—where other guests considered calling 911. Part three exposes why the mental health system failed despite the Reiners doing everything families are told to do.Dr. Drew said 30-day programs were "almost meaningless" for Nick. Alexis Haines said he belonged in a hospital. Patient autonomy laws let him refuse treatment. The care he actually needed may not even exist.#NickReiner #RobReiner #MicheleReiner #RobinDreeke #ShavaunScott #FBI #ThreatBlindness #HiddenKillers #FamilyDynamics #ManipulationJoin Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspodInstagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/tonybpodListen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872This publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.
For the ultimate in personalization, check out my Fitness Lab app, now with full Apple Health integration. It's like having a coach in your pocket. Listeners get 20% with this exclusive link:http://bit.ly/fitness-lab-pod20--What does it mean to "personlize" your fitness really?In this episode, you'll learn about my ADAPT framework for personalizing fitness:Assess your starting pointDo the thing (take action)Analyze your dataPivot based on what you learnTest your changesLearn why generic templates and YouTube workouts often fail, how to actually track progress beyond the scale, and the power of measuring energy and performance instead of just weight.We also cover walking and NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis), how to train around injuries without making them worse, building an effective home gym on a budget, and why patience and consistent data collection beat program-hopping every time.This is from my conversation with Jenn Trepeck on her podcast Salad with a Side of Fries. Jenn is a health coach with an evidence-based approach to nutrition and weight loss who you may have caught on Wits & Weights last week discussing why your metabolism is stuck.Episode MentionedWhy Your Metabolism Is Stuck at 50% and How to Fix It Without Biohacks (Jenn Trepeck) | Ep 430Did you like this bonus episode?Leave a review with Apple or a comment on Spotify to let me know!Support the show
Minnesota is spiraling into chaos after a fatal shooting involving ICE agents in south Minneapolis — and the official narrative is already collapsing.Governor Tim Walz is now demanding an end to federal ICE raids following the deadly incident, while Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey claims he watched video footage of “six masked agents pummeling” a man before he was shot — yet failed to mention a critical detail: the man was armed.This all comes amid Operation Metro Surge, a federal operation launched in early January 2026 that deployed over 2,000 ICE agents into the Twin Cities, leading to 1,360+ arrests of undocumented immigrants accused of crimes. Tensions have been building for weeks.Outrage has exploded following multiple controversial incidents, including:5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos, photographed near ICE agents outside his school2-year-old Chloe Renata Tipan Villacis, separated from her father despite a judge's orderState leaders accuse ICE of terrorizing families. DHS denies targeting children and claims agents comforted them. The contradictions ignited a massive “ICE Out” strike, with thousands marching through Minneapolis in freezing conditions.Now a man is dead.Now politicians are rewriting the story.Now the video is changing everything.This isn't just about immigration.This is about power, narrative control, and political escalation.Watch. Analyze. Decide for yourself.▶Sign up to our Free Newsletter, so you never miss out: https://bio.site/professornez#MinnesotaChaos #ICEOut #Minneapolis #BreakingNews #FederalRaids #ImmigrationCrisis #PoliticalFirestorm #ICEProtests #MetroSurge #NationalCrisis #CivilUnrest #GovernmentOverreach #NarrativeControl #MediaManipulation #America2026 #StateVsFederal #Justice #PowerAndPolitics #UnfilteredNews #RealStory
Join Josh Davis in 'Watchman on the Wall,' a religious program by Southwest Radio Ministries. In this episode, explore the intersection of current global events and biblical prophecy. Analyze the unrest in Iran, Turkey's potential military alliances, and the rise of anti-Semitism in Australia through a prophetic lens. Gain insights into how these developments may fit into the prophetic puzzle, and understand their implications on biblical prophecies. Stay informed and encouraged with SWRC's resources.
In this episode, we dive deep into retirement planning statistics that might surprise you—and hopefully motivate you to take action. We break down the numbers, share personal stories, and give you practical steps to start preparing for your future, no matter what stage of life you're in. Key Takeaways Start where you are: Even if you're past the "ideal" window for compounding, taking action now is better than waiting Know your numbers: Understand what government benefits you'll actually receive Review your spending: Track where your money goes—especially dining out Think long-term: You're likely to live longer than previous generations planned for Get professional help: This isn't your specialty, and that's okay Action Steps Review your current retirement savings and projections Calculate your expected CPP and OAS benefits Analyze 3 months of spending to find financial leaks Consider insurance as part of your investment strategy Have honest conversations with your partner about retirement goals Resources Mentioned Statistics Canada retirement data (2022-2025) The Latte Factor by David Bach Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki and Sharon Lechter The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel Let's dive in! Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special! Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Free Resources: Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20" Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE" *code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale* Programs: Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/ Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Connect with Chris: Instagram | @chrisborsellino Finance Discovery Session | Book Here Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
SEGMENT 15: GREAT POWERS VERSUS SMALL STATES IN STRATEGIC THINKING Guest: Gregory Copley Copley contrasts how great powers often act impulsively while smaller states analyze carefully before moving. Discussion examines the hubris of major nations shooting from the hip on foreign policy, the advantages smaller countries gain through meticulous strategic calculation, and lessons for American policymakers in an increasingly complex world.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dave Charest. Summary of the Dave Charest Interview In this episode of Money Making Conversations Masterclass, Rushion McDonald interviews Dave Charest, Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact, a leading digital marketing platform. Charest discusses the rising wave of entrepreneurship, the foundational importance of email and direct‑to‑customer channels, common mistakes new business owners make, and how AI is reshaping small‑business marketing. He provides practical guidance on marketing consistency, channel selection, building community relationships, and using technology to scale. Throughout the conversation, Charest emphasizes that while small businesses often lack marketing expertise, they possess a valuable advantage: real, human relationships that can be strengthened through consistent communication. Purpose of the Interview The purpose of Rushion McDonald’s conversation with Dave Charest is to: 1. Educate new and aspiring entrepreneurs Charest breaks down the basics of digital marketing—email, social, SMS—and how to begin building a strong marketing foundation. 2. Highlight the key trends driving the entrepreneurship boom He explains motivations like work–life balance, independence, and financial potential that inspire people to launch businesses. 3. Provide practical, actionable marketing advice Especially around consistency, choosing marketing channels, and building direct customer relationships. 4. Introduce how AI can simplify and amplify marketing Charest showcases tools that help business owners quickly generate content, develop campaigns, and analyze customer behavior. Key Takeaways 1. Direct relationships (email/SMS) outperform social media Email offers ownership, stability, and higher ROI—unlike social platforms that can change algorithms or visibility overnight. Charest stresses that “the money is in the list.” 2. You don’t need huge numbers to be effective Small businesses often see high open and engagement rates because followers know and trust them. 3. Consistency matters more than platform choice Whether you choose Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, or email, the biggest driver of marketing success is showing up regularly. 4. Start small—don’t overwhelm yourself One of the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make is trying to do everything at once. Begin with the basics and grow steadily. 5. Community is a crucial marketing asset Local businesses thrive when they maintain strong connections with nearby businesses, customers, and community networks. 6. Entrepreneurs face challenges—but resilience wins Charest notes that small business owners rarely have a “Plan B,” which pushes them to adapt and continue learning. 7. AI is transforming small‑business marketing Constant Contact offers tools to: Generate emails and content Summarize content for social Build full marketing campaigns Analyze behavior from large email lists to recommend actions Notable Quotes (from the transcript) Here are direct paraphrases and key phrases—not copyrighted material but drawn from the transcript: On email vs. social “There’s a $36 return for every $1 invested in email—but what matters is that you own the relationship.” “If a social platform goes away, so does your following. Email is a direct line.” On audience size “Big numbers aren’t necessary—small lists can see 50% open rates and strong engagement because those people actually care.” On entrepreneurship motivations “People want better work‑life balance, independence, and financial potential.” On mistakes “A big mistake is trying to do too much at once. Start small and stay consistent.” On community “Digital marketing should extend real relationships—not replace them.” On choosing platforms “Where your audience spends time matters, but so does where you can show up consistently.” On AI’s role “AI can generate emails, build campaigns, and analyze audience data—saving you time for what you’d rather be doing.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dave Charest. Summary of the Dave Charest Interview In this episode of Money Making Conversations Masterclass, Rushion McDonald interviews Dave Charest, Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact, a leading digital marketing platform. Charest discusses the rising wave of entrepreneurship, the foundational importance of email and direct‑to‑customer channels, common mistakes new business owners make, and how AI is reshaping small‑business marketing. He provides practical guidance on marketing consistency, channel selection, building community relationships, and using technology to scale. Throughout the conversation, Charest emphasizes that while small businesses often lack marketing expertise, they possess a valuable advantage: real, human relationships that can be strengthened through consistent communication. Purpose of the Interview The purpose of Rushion McDonald’s conversation with Dave Charest is to: 1. Educate new and aspiring entrepreneurs Charest breaks down the basics of digital marketing—email, social, SMS—and how to begin building a strong marketing foundation. 2. Highlight the key trends driving the entrepreneurship boom He explains motivations like work–life balance, independence, and financial potential that inspire people to launch businesses. 3. Provide practical, actionable marketing advice Especially around consistency, choosing marketing channels, and building direct customer relationships. 4. Introduce how AI can simplify and amplify marketing Charest showcases tools that help business owners quickly generate content, develop campaigns, and analyze customer behavior. Key Takeaways 1. Direct relationships (email/SMS) outperform social media Email offers ownership, stability, and higher ROI—unlike social platforms that can change algorithms or visibility overnight. Charest stresses that “the money is in the list.” 2. You don’t need huge numbers to be effective Small businesses often see high open and engagement rates because followers know and trust them. 3. Consistency matters more than platform choice Whether you choose Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, or email, the biggest driver of marketing success is showing up regularly. 4. Start small—don’t overwhelm yourself One of the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make is trying to do everything at once. Begin with the basics and grow steadily. 5. Community is a crucial marketing asset Local businesses thrive when they maintain strong connections with nearby businesses, customers, and community networks. 6. Entrepreneurs face challenges—but resilience wins Charest notes that small business owners rarely have a “Plan B,” which pushes them to adapt and continue learning. 7. AI is transforming small‑business marketing Constant Contact offers tools to: Generate emails and content Summarize content for social Build full marketing campaigns Analyze behavior from large email lists to recommend actions Notable Quotes (from the transcript) Here are direct paraphrases and key phrases—not copyrighted material but drawn from the transcript: On email vs. social “There’s a $36 return for every $1 invested in email—but what matters is that you own the relationship.” “If a social platform goes away, so does your following. Email is a direct line.” On audience size “Big numbers aren’t necessary—small lists can see 50% open rates and strong engagement because those people actually care.” On entrepreneurship motivations “People want better work‑life balance, independence, and financial potential.” On mistakes “A big mistake is trying to do too much at once. Start small and stay consistent.” On community “Digital marketing should extend real relationships—not replace them.” On choosing platforms “Where your audience spends time matters, but so does where you can show up consistently.” On AI’s role “AI can generate emails, build campaigns, and analyze audience data—saving you time for what you’d rather be doing.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dave Charest. Summary of the Dave Charest Interview In this episode of Money Making Conversations Masterclass, Rushion McDonald interviews Dave Charest, Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact, a leading digital marketing platform. Charest discusses the rising wave of entrepreneurship, the foundational importance of email and direct‑to‑customer channels, common mistakes new business owners make, and how AI is reshaping small‑business marketing. He provides practical guidance on marketing consistency, channel selection, building community relationships, and using technology to scale. Throughout the conversation, Charest emphasizes that while small businesses often lack marketing expertise, they possess a valuable advantage: real, human relationships that can be strengthened through consistent communication. Purpose of the Interview The purpose of Rushion McDonald’s conversation with Dave Charest is to: 1. Educate new and aspiring entrepreneurs Charest breaks down the basics of digital marketing—email, social, SMS—and how to begin building a strong marketing foundation. 2. Highlight the key trends driving the entrepreneurship boom He explains motivations like work–life balance, independence, and financial potential that inspire people to launch businesses. 3. Provide practical, actionable marketing advice Especially around consistency, choosing marketing channels, and building direct customer relationships. 4. Introduce how AI can simplify and amplify marketing Charest showcases tools that help business owners quickly generate content, develop campaigns, and analyze customer behavior. Key Takeaways 1. Direct relationships (email/SMS) outperform social media Email offers ownership, stability, and higher ROI—unlike social platforms that can change algorithms or visibility overnight. Charest stresses that “the money is in the list.” 2. You don’t need huge numbers to be effective Small businesses often see high open and engagement rates because followers know and trust them. 3. Consistency matters more than platform choice Whether you choose Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, or email, the biggest driver of marketing success is showing up regularly. 4. Start small—don’t overwhelm yourself One of the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make is trying to do everything at once. Begin with the basics and grow steadily. 5. Community is a crucial marketing asset Local businesses thrive when they maintain strong connections with nearby businesses, customers, and community networks. 6. Entrepreneurs face challenges—but resilience wins Charest notes that small business owners rarely have a “Plan B,” which pushes them to adapt and continue learning. 7. AI is transforming small‑business marketing Constant Contact offers tools to: Generate emails and content Summarize content for social Build full marketing campaigns Analyze behavior from large email lists to recommend actions Notable Quotes (from the transcript) Here are direct paraphrases and key phrases—not copyrighted material but drawn from the transcript: On email vs. social “There’s a $36 return for every $1 invested in email—but what matters is that you own the relationship.” “If a social platform goes away, so does your following. Email is a direct line.” On audience size “Big numbers aren’t necessary—small lists can see 50% open rates and strong engagement because those people actually care.” On entrepreneurship motivations “People want better work‑life balance, independence, and financial potential.” On mistakes “A big mistake is trying to do too much at once. Start small and stay consistent.” On community “Digital marketing should extend real relationships—not replace them.” On choosing platforms “Where your audience spends time matters, but so does where you can show up consistently.” On AI’s role “AI can generate emails, build campaigns, and analyze audience data—saving you time for what you’d rather be doing.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSteve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Micah Johnson interviews Nico James-Bock, a real estate broker and creator of CondoWiz, a comprehensive database for condominiums and multi-unit residential properties in Canada. Nico discusses the challenges he faced in the condo market, the need for a centralized database, and how CondoWiz addresses these issues by providing quick access to vital information. The conversation also covers the app's target audience, future developments, and the importance of accurate data in real estate transactions. 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 —--------------------
What if you could validate your side business idea and earn your first $10,000 before building a website or content empire? In this practical solo episode, host Dr. Mike Woo-Ming draws from his entrepreneurial experience to guide physicians away from common pitfalls like overcomplicating launches with unnecessary infrastructure. He explains the "credentialing mindset" that holds doctors back and advocates for a minimum viable test: Define a specific audience and transformation, run a free webinar with a framework and offer, and promote it via your existing network. Real examples, including his own $32,000 validation for Bootstrap MD, illustrate how to iterate based on results. Whether you're eyeing telemedicine, coaching, or consulting, discover how to get paid customers in 30 days without burnout or perfectionism. If you're a physician entrepreneur ready to test ideas leanly, this episode provides a clear 30-day plan for validation, pivoting, and scaling with confidence. Three Actionable Takeaways: Define your MVP offer: Identify a specific target audience,for example, hospitalists launching telemedicine, promise a measurable transformation (e.g., see your first 5 patients in 90 days), and set a price, focus on implementation support like coaching or cohorts. Run a test webinar: Create a simple landing page, outline 30-45 minutes of framework content (what/why, not how), promote to 50 network contacts via personal messages and LinkedIn, and make your offer in the last 10-15 minutes. Analyze and iterate: Track attendance, questions, and conversions; if buyers emerge, deliver and refine; if not, interview attendees for feedback, adjust variables (audience, promise, price), and retest in 1-2 weeks to validate before building infrastructure. About the Show: Bootstrap MD is the ultimate podcast for physician entrepreneurs looking to escape traditional healthcare and control their financial futures. Hosted by Dr. Mike Woo-Ming, a successful physician, entrepreneur, and investor, the show delivers actionable insights on starting businesses, creating passive income, and navigating healthcare entrepreneurship. Featuring interviews with industry leaders, physicians, and experts in telemedicine and digital health, it's your guide to building a profitable, fulfilling career. Tune in weekly at http://bootstrapmd.com About the Host: Dr. Mike Woo-Ming has over 20 years of experience as a physician entrepreneur. He's built and sold multiple seven-figure companies and now leads Executive Medical, a group of clinics specializing in age management and aesthetics. Through BootstrapMD, he mentors physicians in business, content creation, and autonomy. Let's Connect: www.https://www.bootstrapmd.com Want to start a podcast? Check out the Doctor Podcast Network!
Gain clear, educational perspective on today's highly talked-about market, inflation, and household finance trends in this episode of the Money Matters Podcast. Wes Moss and Jeff Lloyd connect economic data, market history, and real-world stories to help listeners evaluate financial decisions through a long-term planning lens. • Review the start of earnings season and explain why early results from major banks are drawing attention. • Analyze the latest inflation data and discuss how current trends may affect everyday household expenses. • Clarify how small-cap, mid-cap, and mega-cap classifications are evolving amid growing market concentration. • Examine rising youth sports costs, proposed tax incentives, and why Congress seems increasingly focused on family affordability. Also, connect youth sports economics with personal stories involving travel teams, car repairs, and the changing balance between recreational and elite competition. • Define the concept of the “Tomorrow Investor” while exploring long-term shifts in middle-class wealth and saving behavior. • Highlight national championship ticket prices and how event costs can reflect broader inflation pressures. • Assess the impact of the recent Verizon outage and review typical customer compensation practices following service disruptions. • Compare asset class returns from 1928 through 2025, including inflation, cash, housing, bonds, gold, and U.S. stocks. • Evaluate historical S&P 500 drawdowns, bear markets, and how often market volatility has occurred over time. • Break down the latest U.S. inflation report and discuss why some indicators are described as a “Goldilocks” scenario. • Track changes in average 30-year mortgage rates and what rate movement may signal for homebuyers. • Monitor legislative proposals to cap credit card interest rates and their potential impact on consumer affordability discussions. • Survey improvements in inflation-adjusted income, household net worth, and changes in America's class structure. • Illustrate long-term growth in U.S. productivity, S&P 500 values, and dividend trends using historical data. This episode emphasizes context over commentary by pairing market history with real-life financial experiences. **Listen and subscribe to the **Money Matters Podcast to stay informed on markets, inflation, and long-term financial decision-making.
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Iran in Transition: Assessing a Regime on the Brink. Guest: MARY KISSEL, Executive Vice President at Stephens Incorporated. John Batchelor and Mary Kissel analyze reports of Iran's potential collapse, citing internet blackouts and regime brutality. They discuss potential U.S. interventions, such as kinetic strikes or Starlink access, and evaluate whether Reza Pahlavi is a credible transitional leader amidst concerns of the country breaking into ethnic factions.1806, CHURNING MILK OCEAN
Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Why Your Daily Workouts Are Making You Weaker After 50 Next Episode - What 40+ Studies Reveal About Rep-Range for Muscle, Strength, and Bone After 50 More Like This - 10 Things We Learned from Wearing a CGM, So You Don't Have To Resources: Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Leave this session with insight into exactly what to do right now to make small changes, smart decisions about your exercise time and energy. My favorite Blood Glucose Monitor here! Analyze in real-time how your body responds to food, exercise, stress, and sleep. You can't fix your blood sugar if you don't know you have a blood sugar problem. A large percent of women are unaware they have prediabetes and in this episode we point out just how to see early signs, what options for treatment and lifestyle changes help, and hear some case studies that you can identify with. You can fix your blood sugar and it's not an overwhelming task. Join us for this episode and take a deeper dive with the book. My Guest: Dr. Beverly Yates ND is on a mission to help 3 Million people heal from type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. She has helped thousands of people reverse Type 2 Diabetes and Prediabetes, and now has a telehealth practice. Dr. Yates is an MIT engineer, a Naturopathic physician, and the author of a new book whose publication date is January 20, 2026. The title is: The Yates Protocol: 5 Simple Steps To Fix Your Blood Sugar & Reverse Type 2 Diabetes. The subtitle is: Make Peace With Food and Never Feel Deprived Again. This book is in the pre-order phase, and is published by the Avery imprint of Penguin Random House. Her prior career as an MIT engineer helps her use health data and people's specific health goals to create practical, sustainable habits that help people heal from metabolic damage, and reverse type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:02:45] Are taking meds the only answer to dealing with blood sugar issues? Are they still the first thing prescribed? [00:06:37] Your “take” on CGM use? Is “knowing” from CGM enough… or do we still resist change? [00:10:20] Does family history of diabetes predetermine personal risk? Is a person doomed if there is a family history of type 2 diabetes or prediabetes? [00:15:09] What is the Yates Protocol and what struck you to create this? [00:20:18] What and where can we get the secret chapter of your book, The Yates Protocol?
With markets, economic policy, and investing headlines moving quickly as 2026 begins, separating signal from noise matters more than ever. In this episode of the Money Matters Podcast, Wes Moss and Connor Miller provide structured context on widely discussed market and policy topics relevant to long-term financial decision-making. • Review early-2026 market and economic headlines, including federal policy activity and legislative developments affecting financial markets. • Examine institutional investor participation in single-family housing markets across the Southeast and related affordability discussions. • Analyze policy proposals that would limit large investors from purchasing single-family homes and the uncertainties surrounding their potential effects. • Explain the proposed design of Trump accounts, a child-focused savings framework often compared to features of IRAs and 529 plans. • Discuss how geopolitical developments involving Venezuela are commonly reflected in energy markets and global pricing narratives. • Describe characteristics frequently associated with later-stage bull markets using historical market cycle examples. • Compare current market conditions with long-term averages for bull-market length and performance for context. • Evaluate recent shifts in market leadership from a narrow concentration of stocks toward broader participation. • Assess how artificial intelligence is moving from conceptual narratives to practical corporate implementation across sectors. • Review discussions surrounding tax refunds, recent tax code changes, and their relationship to economic activity. • Outline recent Federal Reserve interest-rate decisions and how monetary policy is typically evaluated in portfolio discussions. • Summarize historical volatility patterns during midterm election years within the presidential election cycle. Listen to the Money Matters Podcast with Wes Moss and Connor Miller for educational discussions on markets, investing, and financial planning topics shaping today's headlines. Subscribe to stay informed as economic narratives evolve throughout 2026 and beyond.
This week, PRI's team of policy experts - Wayne Winegarden, Steve Smith, and Lance Izumi - join Tim to analyze Gov. Newsom's budget priorities and explore whether his final state budget plan is sustainable or if it sets the state on a perilous fiscal course. They also discuss whether Newsom is setting up his successor for significant budget problems when they take office next year.
THE THEATER OF CHAOS IN PERSIA AND VENEZUELA Colleagues Gaius and Germanicus, Friends of History Debating Society, Londinium, 92 AD. From a wine bar in Londinium, Gaius and Germanicus analyze modern geopolitical tensions through a Roman lens. They discuss unrest in "Persia" (Iran) and Venezuela, noting that Roman armies traditionally fail in Persia. Germanicus argues the US administration employs a strategy of "Wagnerian" drama and "chaos"—similar to 19th-century British imperial meddling—to manage global transitions without direct war. They observe that while "theater" and subversive "wet work" are being used to shift US strategy away from Eurasia, these melodramas, particularly in Venezuela, lack a clear "Act Two" or resolution. NUMBER 11940
Start the year with structured context around today's most frequently discussed retirement planning questions on the Retire Sooner Podcast, hosted by Wes Moss and Christa DiBiase. This episode presents an educational review of real listener scenarios, placing retirement, investing, and planning topics within a long-term analytical framework. • Review current U.S. wealth statistics by discussing commonly cited data on net worth, retirement account balances, and generational financial trends. • Outline household risk considerations by examining how families often think about emergency savings, retirement contributions, and income stability. • Discuss real estate planning considerations by evaluating factors involved in purchasing a condo for college-bound children, including cash flow and potential resale dynamics. • Describe fiduciary planning relationships by outlining services commonly associated with comprehensive retirement planning, tax coordination, and advisory fee structures. • Explain the “Rule of 55” by clarifying how early access to employer-sponsored retirement plans is typically referenced. • Summarize shared characteristics of long-term savers by highlighting recurring themes reported by listeners with higher household savings levels. • Compare buffered ETFs by discussing how downside buffers and capped upside features are typically weighed within diversified portfolios. • Examine mortgage buyout scenarios by outlining considerations for co-owned property, interest-rate assumptions, and loan structure implications. • Analyze bond duration risk by discussing how interest-rate changes and yield-curve movements may influence long-duration bond pricing. If you're searching for clear, educational discussions around retirement planning, investing considerations, and household financial decision-making, this episode may add perspective. Listen and subscribe to the Retire Sooner Podcast for ongoing conversations that help place financial topics in a long-term context. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Beloved,Your soul is in constant dialogue with its past history and future possibilities. Most simply haven't learned how to recognize these signals or trace them back to the lifetimes they come from and the power of their life's TRUE STORY. How could you - when the current reality is built of lies? Unfortunately, the validator we turn to is our human mind. The issue? You're inherently whole and complete - BUT…. PSA
Most business owners hope next year will be better. Hope is not a strategy. If you want 2026 to be more profitable, less stressful, and more scalable than 2025, the work doesn't start in January—it starts right now. In this episode of SoTellUs Time, we break down a practical, no-fluff profit planning framework every business owner should follow before the year ends. This is not theory. This is what real operators do to increase margins, improve team efficiency, and stop running on exhaustion.
VENEZUELA AS A POTENTIAL SINKHOLE AND THE END OF AMERICAN OMNIPOTENCE Colleagues Gaius and Germanicus, Friends of History Debating Society, Londinium, 91 AD. The speakers analyze a failed US"decapitation" strike in Venezuela intended to replace Maduro with Delcy Rodriguez, a move that resulted in confusion regarding the loyalty of Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino. They argue that the "omnipotence" the US displayed in Panama or during Desert Storm has vanished, leaving the empire unable to easily topple regimes. Venezuela is described as a potential "sinkhole" defined by complex terrain and heavily armed, "uncontrollable" guerrilla groups that would make intervention a "gigantic mess." The discussion concludes that the US is "hoist by its own petard," having relied on "military theater"—the illusion that waving a wand creates authority—which is now failing against a fractious reality. Unlike the 1990s, the US lacks the force capacity to manage such a conflict without facing an "impossible guerrilla war" that could destroy its remaining reputation. NUMBER 1 1954
Support Us: https://libri-vox.org/donateIn this popular American book from the 1920s, accomplished public speaker and self-help charlatan Elsie Lincoln Benedict outlines her pseudo-scientific system of "Human Analysis". She proposes that, within the human race, five sub-types have developed through evolutionary processes, each with its own distinct character traits and corresponding outward appearance. She offers to teach the reader how to recognise these five types of people and understand their innate differences. Her ideas have never been taken seriously by the scientific community, but this book is considered a classic within its genre and remains in print today. (Summary by Carl Manchester)Genre(s): *Non-fiction, Psychology, Self-HelpLanguage: EnglishKeyword(s): psychology , pseudoscience Support Us: https://libri-vox.org/donate
Episode 531 Show Notes: The 5 AI Prompts Every Parent Should Know How to turn your lunch break into a six-figure business blueprint using questions everyone has access to Episode Summary Discover the 5 specific ChatGPT prompts that are helping parents build AI-powered side hustles without sacrificing family time. Host Ace Allan reveals the exact questions that turn lunch breaks into business breakthroughs and shows why the biggest AI goldmine isn't in fancy tools—it's in asking better questions. Key Timestamps & Insights 00:00 - Opening 00:35 - Overview 01:15 - The Paradigm Shift 02:50 - Prompt #1: The Market Detective Prompt: "I'm a parent with [X hours] available per week. Analyze the top 5 problems that [target audience] are actively paying to solve right now. For each problem, tell me: the average price people pay for solutions, how saturated the market is, what skills I need to serve this market, what solutions have they already tried and failed, and rank them by opportunity for a beginner. 04:25 - Prompt #2: The Business Blueprint Prompt: "Create a detailed business plan for a [service/product] targeting [specific audience]. Include startup costs under $500, time commitment of [X hours/week], step-by-step launch sequence, pricing strategy, and first 90-day action plan. Make this realistic for someone with no prior business experience." 05:55 - Prompt #3: The Content Machine Prompt: "Generate 30 days of content ideas for [your business niche]. For each idea, provide: the main topic, 3 key points to cover, a compelling headline, a specific problem it solves for my audience, and format this as a content calendar that I can batch create in one weekend." 07:15 - Prompt #4: The Problem Solver Prompt: "I want to solve [specific problem] for [target market]. Give me 5 different business models I could use, ranging from low effort/low income to high effort/high income. For each model, explain how it works, what I would charge, how to get my first customer, and realistic income potential in months 1, 6, and 12." 08:35 - Prompt #5: The Launch Accelerator Exact Prompt: "Create a 30-day launch plan for [your business idea]. Include daily tasks that take maximum [X hours per day], what to post on social media, how to find my first 10 clients, what tools I need (free options preferred), and how to validate my idea before investing a single dollar. Make this actionable for a busy parent." 10:35 - Why This Matters 11:20 - Whiskered Wisdom Strategies Shared The 5 Core AI Prompts Market Detective - Rapid market research and opportunity identification Business Blueprint - Comprehensive business planning with realistic constraints Content Machine - Systematic content creation and calendar planning Problem Solver - Multiple business model exploration and validation Launch Accelerator - Step-by-step 30-day implementation plan Implementation Framework Use during lunch breaks, naptime, or evening "side hustle mode" Start with constraints: available time, budget, family commitments Focus on problems you already understand as a parent Validate before investing significant time or money Parent-Specific Advantages Parenting experience provides unique market insights Time constraints force efficiency and focus Family-first values align with sustainable business models Existing problem-solving skills transfer to entrepreneurship Episode On Deep AI Deep Research DarkHorseSchooling.com/EP513 Resources Mentioned Primary Resource AI Escape Plan Newsletter - Weekly practical AI strategies for parents. DarkHorseInsider.com ChatGPT Toolkit - Advanced versions of all 5 prompts plus templates Upcoming 50 AI Prompts Collection - Specific side hustle prompts for beginners (joint the newsletter to get 1st access) Tools Referenced ChatGPT - Primary AI tool for all prompts Deep Research Mode - Enhanced research capabilities (separate episode referenced) Any LLM model (Claude, Gemini, Perplexity) - Alternative AI platforms Action Steps to Take Immediate Actions (Tonight) Choose one prompt that resonated most during the episode Open ChatGPT (or preferred AI tool) Customize the prompt for your specific situation, available time, and target audience Hit enter and start the conversation - don't overthink it Ask follow-up questions to refine and improve the output This Week Test the Market Detective prompt with 2-3 different target audiences Run the Business Blueprint prompt for your most promising opportunity Sign up for AI Escape Plan newsletter for ongoing strategies and community Next 30 Days Implement the Launch Accelerator prompt for systematic business development Use Content Machine prompt to plan and batch-create marketing content Apply Problem Solver prompt to validate and refine your business model Join the AI Escape Plan newsletter - your weekly dose of practical, AI-powered strategies designed specifically for parents who refuse to choose between family time and financial freedom. 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As work continues on finalizing a peace deal in Gaza, Nick Schifrin discussed the latest with two News Hour regulars, David Makovsky of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, and Hussein Ibish of the Arab Gulf States Institute. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
As work continues on finalizing a peace deal in Gaza, Nick Schifrin discussed the latest with two News Hour regulars, David Makovsky of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, and Hussein Ibish of the Arab Gulf States Institute. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
As work continues on finalizing a peace deal in Gaza, Nick Schifrin discussed the latest with two News Hour regulars, David Makovsky of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, and Hussein Ibish of the Arab Gulf States Institute. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
THE SABINE WOMEN AND AUGUSTAN HISTORY Colleague Emma Southon. Emma Southon discusses A Rome of One's Own, examining history through women's perspectives. They analyze the myth of the Sabine women, abducted by Romulus to populate Rome. This story, recorded by Livy to flatter Augustus, culminates in Hersilia and the women intervening in battle to unite the warring fathers and husbands. It establishes women as the "glue" holding Romanfamilies and society together. NUMBER 9
THE AENEID'S PLOT AND HOMERIC INFLUENCES Colleagues Scott McGill and Susanna Wright. McGill and Wright summarize the plot, from Troy's destruction to the war in Italy. They analyze Virgil's dialogue with Homer, noting how the poem's opening words invoke both the Iliad's warfare and the Odyssey's wanderings. They also highlight the terrifying, visual nature of Virgil's depiction of the underworld. NUMBER 11
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In this solo episode, Brian breaks down one of the most overlooked but essential parts of running a mission-driven business: year-end bookkeeping. You'll learn a simple, practical framework for cleaning up your books, organizing your finances, and setting up systems that actually support you and your business. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by accounting software, unclear categories, or messy receipts, this episode will help you start the new year with clarity and confidence. Episode Highlights Why year-end bookkeeping is a big deal The way you close this year directly affects how you start the next one. Clean books make tax season easier, help you avoid missed deductions, and give you a real-time view into how your business is doing. 3 steps to get your books in order There are three, key steps to get your books in order before the end of the year: Clean up the basics: Dig deeper into the fundamentals, including double checking your business and personal expenses are separate, removing overwhelm from your chart of accounts, reconciling your accounts, organizing your receipts and documentation, removing old or inactive accounts, and making payroll corrections. Review your financial reports: Analyze your Profit & Loss (Income Statement) report, Balance Sheet, and Reconciliation report for accuracy, red flags, and wins. Prep for tax season and next year: Review your accounting method, confirm expense categories, talk to your tax professional, plan upgrades, and schedule monthly processes. Take action now Don't delay on getting your books in order. If you manage your own books, block 60-minutes on your calendar this week for a year-end bookkeeping session to work through the 3-step process, and if you work with a professional, schedule time for a year-end review. Even if you only complete one task, that's progress. Resources + Links Accounting Software: QuickBooks, Xero, Wave Newsletter Sign Up Follow Brian Thompson Online: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Forbes About Brian and the Mission Driven Business Podcast Brian Thompson, JD/CFP®, is a tax attorney and Certified Financial Planner® who specializes in providing comprehensive financial planning to LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs who run mission-driven businesses. The Mission Driven Business podcast was born out of his passion for helping social entrepreneurs create businesses with purpose and profit. On the podcast, Brian talks with diverse entrepreneurs and the people who support them. Listeners hear stories of experiences, strength, and hope and get practical advice to help them build businesses that might just change the world, too.
THE REIGN OF THE EMPEROR AND THE PROBLEM OF SUCCESSION Colleagues Gaius and Germanicus, Friends of History Debating Society, Londinium, 91 AD. In the final segment, Gaius and Germanicus analyze the New York Times characterizing the Trump presidency as a "reign," a term Gaius embraces as historically accurate for the current state of the American executive. Germanicus argues that the American presidency has evolved into a system indistinguishable from the Roman imperial court, complete with "imperial mausoleums" (presidential libraries) and vast building programs intended to project power, similar to Hadrian rebuilding Athens or FDR building the Pentagon. The conversation turns to the 2028 election, with Germanicus comparing Joe Biden and potential successor Gavin Newsomto Roman emperors who inherited the throne, such as Titus or Commodus, viewing them as weak because their elevation was orchestrated by elites rather than won through personal struggle. In contrast, figures like Julius Caesar, Augustus, and Trump are described as possessing a "will to power" that imbues them with natural authority that "selected" leaders lack. NUMBER 3 1793 VIRGIL READING AENEID TO AUGUSTUS
Melanie Smith, Head of Sales Development at Nooks, breaks down the exact systems, metrics, and coaching frameworks she uses to run one of the highest-performing SDR teams in outbound. In this episode, she shares KPI structures, call-block strategy, cold-call skill development, and how leaders can scale connect rates, conversation rates, and meeting production without burning out their reps.
Why do most referral campaigns fail? Because they ignore the emotional core of the client experience. In her book, The Referral Client Experience, Stacey Brown Randall explains that anxiety and uncertainty define the initial "New Client" stage. If you don't address that "quiet voice" of concern with clear onboarding and emotional reassurance, you undermine trust. You must identify your Referral Hot Zones—the specific moments in your journey when clients are most likely to talk about you. These are not random. Analyze where past referrals originated (e.g., after successful project completion, during a specific milestone).
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Ernesto Araujo and Alejandro Pena Esclusa analyze Latin America's rightward shift, citing Chile's rejection of a leftist constitution and election disputes in Honduras. They attribute leftist defeats to the failure of socialism and credit the "Trump Corollary" to the Monroe Doctrine for encouraging democratic changes against regional narco-regimes. CHILE, ECUADOR, BOLIVIIA
Migration: Assimilation Crisis and the Collapse of Western Civilization — Gaius & Germanicus — Gaius and Germanicus analyze the destabilizing strain generated by mass migration flows from the economically depressed Global South to the wealthy industrialized North, documenting escalating violence in Australia, social unrest throughout Europe, and institutional strain within the United States. Gaius highlights the new American "Emperor Trump's" political mandate to enforce border security and immigration restrictions, contrasting this with the "woke elite's" previous advocacy for polyglot multicultural societies without national identity boundaries or assimilationist expectations. Germanicus argues that successful historical migration requires genuine desire for cultural assimilation into host societies, citing the Roman-era Franks and Visigoths who adopted Roman culture, language, and institutional frameworks, thereby integrating into Roman civilization. Germanicus contrasts these assimilationist populations with groups like the Vandals and contemporary observant Sunni Muslim communities, who systematically resist cultural integration and instead establish cohesive, ethnically and religiously homogeneous societies paralleling their original homelands. Germanicus warns that Europe is reaching a "boiling point" due to systemic resistance to assimilation, surging crime rates, and political backlash against uncontrolled immigration, comparing this civilizational instability to the circumstances precipitating the destruction of the Western Roman Empire by non-assimilating tribal invasions that progressively fragmented Roman institutional coherence and territorial control. 1775 BOUDICA RALLIES
Ever look at a storage deal and think "I have no clue if this is actually a good deal or a financial disaster?" You're not alone. Most investors guess, cross their fingers, and hope they didn't just overpay by six figures. In this special live coaching episode, Alex sits down with Brandon Rickman, a successful single-family investor making the jump into self-storage. You'll hear Alex analyze a real storage deal step by step, how to spot red flags, what the numbers actually mean, and how to know if a deal is worth pursuing or walking away from. This is as close as it gets to having Alex look over your shoulder while you analyze your own deal. You'll Learn How To: Tell if a storage deal is worth a deeper look in under 10 minutes Quickly estimate what a facility is really worth Understand cap rates without the confusion Compare street rates to find hidden upside Avoid overpaying for a deal that looks good on paper What You'll Learn in This Episode: [00:00] Why most investors overthink storage deals and still get them wrong [04:00] Brandon's jump from single-family into self-storage development [08:30] The one mistake that causes investors to overpay for storage facilities [12:45] How Alex quickly estimates a deal's value using simple math [18:00] Understanding cap rates without the confusion [23:30] How to compare market rates to uncover hidden upside [30:00] What makes a storage deal worth pursuing vs. walking away [38:00] Why buying on pro forma can destroy your returns [43:30] Why they're turning this into a two-part deep dive Who This Episode Is For: Investors curious about getting into self-storage but unsure how to evaluate deals Single-family investors ready to transition into long-term cash-flow assets Anyone tired of guessing and wanting real clarity on deal analysis Why You Should Listen: If you've ever felt overwhelmed by storage numbers, cap rates, or underwriting, this episode will give you clarity. You'll hear Alex break everything down in plain English using a real deal, real questions, and real coaching. No hype, just practical insight you can actually use on your next deal. Follow Alex Pardo here: Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/ Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25 Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/ Follow Brandon Rickman here: Brandon Rickman Website:https://www.theflipgenius.com/ Brandon Rickman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonRickman Have conversations with at least three to give storage owners, brokers, private lenders, and equity partners through the Storage Wins Facebook group. Join for free by visiting this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/
The Three Archetypes of American Global Strategy — Gaius & Germanicus — Gaius and Germanicus analyze the prospective American National Security Strategy for 2025–2026, framing it as a deliberate return to the "Trump corollary" of the Monroe Doctrine emphasizing hemispheric supremacy and regional sphere-of-influence arrangements. Germanicus categorizes American foreign policy history into three religious-like ideological visions: Washington'sisolationist "beacon on the hill," the Monroe-Adams "realm of liberty" (defensive empire protecting American interests), and the Jacksonian "Prometheus unbound" (universalist ideological expansion spreading democratic values). Germanicus argues the incoming administration systematically rejects the "Wilson to Biden" lineage of global interventionism and messianic crusading in favor of Theodore Roosevelt-style "flexible realism" emphasizing power, national interest, and transactional diplomacy. Gaius details this shifted strategy as consolidating American dominance in the Western Hemisphere and Pacific region while according Russia respect and a recognized sphere of influence in Eurasia, explicitly rejecting Cold War confrontationalism. Gaius documents that Kremlin leadership has explicitly welcomed this "flexible realism," viewing it as a geopolitical departure from perpetual adversarial Cold War mindset. Germanicus contrasts this transactional approach with the "Manichaean" moral crusades characterizing recent American foreign policy, suggesting the American public now explicitly favors strategy avoiding military entanglement while prioritizing domestic prosperity and economic reconstruction, mirroring isolationist sentiments following World War I. 1911 USS MAINE IN HAVANA HARBOR
Ready to buy your first storage facility but feeling overwhelmed with where to start? In this episode, I walk you through the exact seven-step roadmap we use inside the Storage Wins community to take you from stuck to signed deal in six to twelve months—even if you're starting from zero. No more second-guessing what to do next or what order to follow. I lay it all out for you. If you've been spinning your wheels wondering whether to chase deals, find funding, or figure out your market first, this episode is going to bring clarity. You'll learn how to define your buy box, choose the right market, build deal flow, fund your deal (without using your own money), and confidently make offers with a due diligence plan that sets you up for success. This is your blueprint to finally get that first storage facility under your belt in 2026. You'll Learn How To: Create a clear vision with a custom buy box and freedom number Analyze the two markets that matter most in storage investing Build consistent deal flow using a simple and proven system Evaluate, fund, and structure deals using creative financing Execute a due diligence checklist that sets your first deal up for success Optimize your storage facility from day one for long-term cashflow What You'll Learn in This Episode: [0:00] Why storage investing success starts with supply, demand, and direction [1:00] Why winging it doesn't work—and what successful students do instead [2:55] Step 1: Define your freedom number and build your buy box blueprint [5:12] Step 2: Use the 2-market method to analyze both people and property [9:58] Step 3: Build your deal flow machine using the LMAO method [14:32] Step 4: Analyze deals with simple back-of-the-napkin math [19:10] Step 5: Fund your deal with other people's money [21:31] Step 6: Make smart offers and conduct real due diligence [26:14] Step 7: Take over and optimize like a pro—even as a first-timer Why You Should Listen: You don't need to "figure it all out." You just need the right system and support. This episode gives you the seven-step framework I've personally used—and that dozens of my clients have followed—to successfully buy their first facility. If 2026 is going to be your year, this is your launchpad. Who This Episode Is For: Aspiring investors who want a clear, repeatable path to their first deal Anyone stuck in analysis paralysis and unsure of what to do next Storage beginners who want to avoid the biggest early mistakes People who value a roadmap, mentorship, and community support Follow Alex Pardo here: Alex Pardo Website: https://alexpardo.com/ Alex Pardo Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexpardo15 Alex Pardo Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexpardo25 Alex Pardo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexPardo Storage Wins Website: https://storagewins.com/ Have conversations with at least three to give storage owners, brokers, private lenders, and equity partners through the Storage Wins Facebook group. Join for free by visiting this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/322064908446514/
12.3.25, Tim Murray from VSIN joins The Kevin Sheehan Show to discuss the College Football Playoff rankings, which teams should get in and the difficulties of finalizing the seeding.
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HEADLINE: GAIUS & GERMANICUS IN LONDINIUM 91 AD: Discussing the Pragmatic 28-Point Plan for Ukraine. Broadcasting live from Londinium, where the Thames is too rough for boatmen due to the grim weather, Gaius and Germanicus analyze the 28-point plan aimed at ending the Ukrainian disruption. This plan, a multiple of Wilson's 14 points, is driven by an emperor in Washington, and the Kremlin is currently prevailing. The core provision involves the ceding of territory, specifically Donbas, to Russia, followed by Russian-won elections. Unlike the disastrous Versailles Treaty that led to future conflict, the 28 points are deemed pragmatic, solving the issue of ardent Russian nationalists within Ukraine's borders. The plan also prevents Ukraine from joining NATO and offers Russia reintegration into the world order, potentially rejoining the G8. The speakers agree the solution is positive, allowing Ukraine to survive as a sovereign nation while losing only territories that did not want to be a part of it. 1037