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Send us Fan MailOn today's show we cover lots of questions including…How does Olaplex Bond Shaper Curl Rebuilding work?Are plant stem cells reducing wrinkles?What chemical in hair color damages the hair?What's a good sunscreen to use that won't sting eyes?Is Le Balm solid moisturizer worth the price?Beauty NewsNew tool to grade cosmetic ingredients.The future of beauty according to 5 top scientists.Approximate timestamps0:00 - Intro1:00 - Chit Chat3:40 - Tool to grade ingredients8:30 - Future of beauty science19:15 - Listener feedback20:40 - Olaplex bond shaper25:10 - Plant stem cells30:45 - Hair damage chemical35:00 - Sunscreen recos38:45 - Le Balm solid moisturizer44:20 - EndingFive Ways to Ask a question -1. Send us a message through Patreon!2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question5. Leave a voice mail message: 872-216-1856Social media accountson Instagram we're at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're thebeautybrainsOn Bluesky we're at thebeautybrainsOn Youtube we are at thebeautybrains2018And we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show

Send us Fan MailOn today's show we cover lots of questions including…How do you know a study can be trusted?Are collagen supplements for skin a myth?What makes a hair conditioner condition? Is EGF worth the hype?Is exfoliation just as important as SPF?Approximate timestamps0:00 - Intro2:00 - Trusting Studies12:00 - Supplements and skin18:30 - Hair conditioner26:30 - EGF30:25 - Exfoliation and SPF40:00 - EndingFive Ways to Ask a question -1. Send us a message through Patreon!2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question5. Leave a voice mail message: 872-216-1856Social media accountson Instagram we're at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're thebeautybrainsOn Bluesky we're at thebeautybrainsOn Youtube we are at thebeautybrains2018And we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show

Celebrate July 4th and America's 250th anniversary with one of the most jingoistic films depicting the American Revolutionary War, The Patriot! In this episode, we talk about putting the fiction in historical fiction, ponder whether Mel Gibson was right for the job, and feel perplexed about the racial discussion or lack thereof in the film. We're also drinking a patriotic Big Sipz, the 'Merican flavor, weighing in at 16%! Apologies if things get a bit messy.Approximate timeline0:00-13:00 Intro13:00-20:00 Drink talk20:00-end The PatriotCome back soon for even more podcast shenanigans. Subscribe on your podcast app of choice!

We've got two firsts on this episode: a Brian De Palma film, and a Robert De Niro starring role. We're talking about 1970's Hi, Mom!, a unique experience from De Palma that ranges from topics like home video, voyeurism, the Vietnam War, the Black power movement, and a lot more. We break down the elements in this surprisingly complex movie, and ultimately talk about how truly funny it is.We're also drinking Saranac Brewing's Wildberry Ale!Approximate timeline0:00-11:00 Intro11:00-20:00 Beer talk20:00-end Hi, Mom!Next up: we celebrate America's 250th with The Patriot!

Send us Fan MailOn today's show we cover lots of questions including…Are benzoyl peroxide products dangerous?Is a UBEAUTY serum really a holy grail?What is the new sunscreen active approved by the FDA?Do you need more than 5% Niacinamide?How do keratin treatments work?Links in questionsUBEAUTY serum Approximate timestamps0:00 - Intro1:00 - Chit chat6:00 - Trigger warning: Nose injury story9: 45 - Can AI be used to learn about active ingredients?16:00 - Benzoyl peroxide lawsuit22:25 - UBEAUTY serum31:10 - New sunscreen active36:20 - Niacinamide in products 40:00 - Keratin treatments45:50 - EndingFive Ways to Ask a question -1. Send us a message through Patreon!2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question5. Leave a voice mail message: 872-216-1856Social media accountson Instagram we're at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're thebeautybrainsOn Bluesky we're at thebeautybrainsOn Youtube we are at thebeautybrains2018And we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show

Seth, Sean and Raheel discuss some interesting stats Sean came across when drafting for the Texans' all-time defense. Who is higher, lower or tied with Seth in All-Time Approximate value as a Texans player.

Happy Pride Month! We're celebrating with a movie that may just have Robin Williams' most handsome appearance - The Birdcage! In this very gay episode, we discuss everything from Nathan Lane's expertly flamboyant performance, to the themes of acceptance and more importantly, actually being yourself, to Hank Azaria's buttcheeks. We're also drinking Tree House Brewing's Double Rainbow double IPA for an extra thematic resonance.Approximate timeline0:00-11:00 Intro11:00-19:00 Beer talk19:00-end The BirdcageWe'll be back in a couple weeks with more episodes!

Text us your thoughts!In this quick follow-up to last week's episode, we invited our guests (Vanessa & Chris) to model a short, fun classroom debate. In just a few minutes, you can hear a sample debate that captures the spirit of productive mathematical argumentation. Tune in for a rapid-fire glimpse of what these debates can look like in action as we ask the question: Is 100 a Good Approximation for 147?You can find Vanessa Vakharia on social media @TheMathGuru and visit her website: MathTherapy.com You can find Chris Nho on social media @nhoskee Listened to the episode? Now, it's your turn to share! Find us on Social Media: @DebateMath to share your thoughts.Don't forget to check out the video version of this podcast on our YouTube channel!Keep up with all the latest info by following @DebateMath or going to debatemath.com. Follow us @Rob_Baier & @cluzniak. And don't forget to rate and review us on Apple Podcasts!

We saved the best (or worst) for last. Battlefield Earth has a reputation for being one of the most god-awful movies ever made, and we have to admit, it's definitely a possibility. We talk about the things that others have probably talked about before, including the ridiculous Psychlo designs, the terrible plot, multitude of Dutch angles, and we also dive into Scientology a little bit (and how stupid it is, yes we mean that as an insult). We're also drinking Other Half Brewing x Junior's collaboration, the Strawberry Dream double dry-hopped IPA with oat cream and strawberries.Approximate timeline0:00-11:00 Intro11:00-18:00 Beer talk18:00-end Battlefield EarthThat does it for this year's Difficult Films, but we'll be back in a couple weeks with more standard coverage!

Tom Green takes a proverbial dump on culture with Freddy Got Fingered, an almost meta-textual take on giving an idiot a lot of money to fuel his creative desires. In this film you'll find Green donning a dead deer, playing music with sausages, and caning a disabled woman's legs; you'll also see some intentionally dumb-smart humor on display. Here we disagree with the Razzy nomination and the misunderstood belief that this is a "bad" movie. We're also drinking Keystone Light's new Apple beer!Approximate timeline0:00-8:00 Intro8:00-15:00 Beer talk15:00-end Freddy Got FingeredWe've got one final film in this edition of Difficult Films next week!

Everyone knows the legacy of The Exorcist, and conversely everyone knows the infamy of Exorcist II: The Heretic, a deeply hated follow-up to the original that jettisoned most of what made it work. Here we talk about the convoluted direction and ideas, the poor soundstage work, the Linda Blair fetishism (creepy!) and a whole lot more. We're also drinking Sixpoint Brewing Company's Resin DIPA!Approximate timeline0:00-13:00 Intro13:00-20:00 Beer talk20:00-end Exorcist II: The HereticDifficult Films continues the month of May!

Continuing our series on the purported "bad movies" in cinematic history, we're covering Razzie nominee Showgirls! We've been fans of Paul Verhoeven around here for a while, so to see his name lambasted for a movie that is not nearly as bad as everyone would have you believe is something we will not stand for! We reevaluate this film and give it the respect it's due, while also documenting some of its flaws too.We're also drinking Lawson's Finest Liquids' Lager!Approximate timeline0:00-15:00 Intro15:00-25:00 Beer talk25:00-end ShowgirlsDifficult Films continues throughout the month of May!

It's Difficult Films month, and this time we're going in a different direction! Instead of films that are tough to stomach, we're tackling the worst of the worst - films that are so bad, they're difficult to get through. First up is Ed Wood's classic so bad Hollywood alien weird-fest Plan 9 from Outer Space! We talk the terrible sets, poor Bela Lugosi, the strange plot progression, and a whole lot more on this episode!Approximate timeline0:00-13:00 Intro13:00-20:00 Beer talk20:00-end Plan 9 from Outer SpaceWe're continuing Difficult Films through the month of May.

Happy Alien Day! For 4/26 we wanted to make sure we celebrated the origins of the Alien franchise, so we're covering Ridley Scott's classic from 1979. In this episode, we basically just gush over how much we love the atmosphere, practical effects, and slow pacing - as well as drawing attention to some very notable 2001: A Space Odyssey comparisons. We're also drinking Founders Brewing Co.'s Easy Drinking Beer!Credit for the opening music selection to Mark Van Fleet, taken from Alien Versions, his alternate soundtrack to Alien.Approximate timeline0:00-15:00 Intro15:00-24:00 Beer talk24:00-end AlienIn May, we'll be tackling more Difficult Films!

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Send us Fan MailOn today's show we cover questions including…Does NAD skincare actually have real efficacy data?Do hair masks give better results if they are left on longer?Does shampooing after depositing the color weaken or degrade it?Is glycerin drying skin at high altitudes?Beauty NewsRefillable beauty products. Innovation or a gimmick?Approximate timestamps0:00 - Intro1:00 - Chit chat8:45 - Refillable beauty products13:20 - Listener feedback - estrogen skincare16:10 - NAD skincare23:10 - Hair masks32:00 - Shampoo removing color37:25 - Glycerin at high altitudes42:00 - EndingFive Ways to Ask a question -1. Send us a message through Patreon!2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question5. Leave a voice mail message: 872-216-1856Social media accountson Instagram we're at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're thebeautybrainsOn Bluesky we're at thebeautybrainsOn Youtube we are at thebeautybrains2018And we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show

We don't often venture into anime territory, but on this episode we talk about Lupin the Third and specifically, the very odd 1974 live-action film Lupin the Third: Strange Psychokinetic Strategy! We discuss the silly slapstick antics, the plot (or lack thereof), and how it all rolls into the franchise/Monkey Punch's original manga.We're also drinking Dogfish Head's Grateful Dead Citrus Daydream Lager!Approximate timeline0:00-24:00 Intro24:00-35:00 Beer talk35:00-end Lupin the Third: Strange Psychokinetic StrategyNext up: Alien for Alien Day!

REWIND is our way of highlighting previous older episodes; these include improved audio quality and new introductions. While the overall content hasn't changed, we want to draw attention to some of those films we've covered in previous years.First up is Critters 2: The Main Course, perfect for the Easter holiday. In this episode, we find faults with the overall enjoyability of this inane sequel. We're also drinking Fiddlehead's Aetherium White Ale.Approximate timeline0:00-13:00 Intro 13:00-20:00 Beer talk 20:00-end Critters 2 Please let us know if you enjoy these REWIND episodes that bridge the gap between our new episodes!

While we generally don't do Easter-themed episodes, we have a tangentially related one for you this time: a killer animal film about vicious, man-eating... bunnies!?Yes, Night of the Lepus' overall concept is questionably zany, and it doesn't really do a whole lot to expand on the goofy premise. However, we're talking about giant creatures, scientific experimentation, and Star Trek's Bones in this episode! We're also drinking Sloop Brewing Co.'s New York Pale Ale!Approximate timeline0:00-14:00 Intro14:00-20:00 Beer talk20:00-end Night of the LepusWe'll be back in a couple weeks, but we'll have a REWIND episode for you during the break!

Explore Oracle AI Vector Search and learn how to find data by meaning, not just keywords, using powerful vector embeddings within Oracle Database 23ai. In this episode, hosts Lois Houston and Nikita Abraham, along with Senior Principal APEX & Apps Dev Instructor Brent Dayley, break down how similarity search works, the new VECTOR data type, and practical steps for implementing secure, AI-powered search across both structured and unstructured data.   Oracle AI Vector Search Fundamentals: https://mylearn.oracle.com/ou/course/oracle-ai-vector-search-fundamentals/140188/ Oracle University Learning Community: https://education.oracle.com/ou-community LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/oracle-university/ X: https://x.com/Oracle_Edu   Special thanks to Arijit Ghosh, Anna Hulkower, Kris-Ann Nansen, and the OU Studio Team for helping us create this episode.   ---------------------------------------------------- Episode Transcript:   00:00 Welcome to the Oracle University Podcast, the first stop on your cloud journey. During this series of informative podcasts, we'll bring you foundational training on the most popular Oracle technologies. Let's get started! 00:26 Lois: Hello and welcome to the Oracle University Podcast! I'm Lois Houston, Director of Communications and Adoption Programs with Customer Success Services, and with me is Nikita Abraham, Team Lead: Editorial Services with Oracle University. Nikita: Hi everyone! Today, we're beginning a brand-new season, this time on Oracle AI Vector Search. Whether you're new to vector searches or you've already been experimenting with AI and data, this episode will help you understand why Oracle's approach is such a game-changer. Lois: To make sure we're all starting from the same place, here's a quick overview. Oracle AI Vector Search lets you go beyond traditional database searches. Not only can you find data based on specific attribute values or keywords, but you can also search by meaning, using the semantics of your data, which opens up a whole new world of possibilities. 01:20 Nikita: That's right, Lois. And guiding us through this episode is Senior Principal APEX & Apps Dev Instructor Brent Dayley. Hi Brent! What's unique about Oracle's approach to vector search? What are the big benefits? Brent: Now one of the biggest benefits of Oracle AI Vector Search is that semantic search on unstructured data can be combined with relational search on business data, all in one single system. This is very powerful, and also a lot more effective because you don't need to add a specialized vector database. And this eliminates the pain of data fragmentation between multiple systems.  It also supports Retrieval Augmented Generation, also known as RAG. Now this is a breakthrough generative AI technique that combines large language models and private business data. And this allows you to deliver responses to natural language questions. RAG provides higher accuracy and avoids having to expose private data by including it in the large language model training data.  02:41 Lois: OK, and can you explain what the new VECTOR data type is? Brent: So, this data type was introduced in Oracle Database 23ai. And it allows you to store vector embeddings alongside other business data.  Now, the vector data type allows a foundation to store vector embeddings. This allows you to store your business data in the database alongside your unstructured data, and allows you to use those in your queries. So it allows you to apply semantic queries on business data.  03:24 Lois: For many of our listeners, "vector embeddings" might be a new term. Can you explain what vector embeddings are? Brent: Vector embeddings are mathematical representations of data points. They assign mathematical representations based on meaning and context of your unstructured data.  You have to generate vector embeddings from your unstructured data either outside or within the Oracle Database. In order to get vector embeddings, you can either use ONNX embedding machine learning models or access third-party REST APIs.  Embeddings can be used to represent almost any type of data, including text, audio, or visual such as pictures. And they are used in proximity searches.  04:19 Nikita: Now, searching with these embeddings isn't about looking for exact matches like traditional search, right? This is more about meaning and similarity, even when the words or images differ? Brent, how does similarity search work in this context? Brent: So vector data is usually unevenly distributed and clustered. Vector data tends to be unevenly distributed and clustered into groups that are semantically related. Doing a similarity search based on a given query vector is equivalent to retrieving the k nearest vectors to your query vector in your vector space.  What this means is that basically you need to find an ordered list of vectors by ranking them, where the first row is the closest or most similar vector to the query vector. The second row in the list would be the second closest vector to the query vector, and so on, depending on your data set. What we need to do is to find the relative order of distances. And that's really what matters rather than the actual distance.  Now, similarity searches tend to get data from one or more clusters, depending on the value of the query vector and the fetch size. Approximate searches using vector indexes can limit the searches to specific clusters. Exact searches visit vectors across all clusters.  05:51 Lois: Let's talk about how we actually convert information into these vectors. There are models behind the scenes, right? Kind of like translators between words, images, and numbers. Brent, what embedding models does Oracle support, and how do they handle different data types? Brent: Vector embedding models allow you to assign meaning to what a word, or a sentence, or the pixels in an image, or perhaps audio. What that actually means? It allows you to quantify features or dimensions.  Most modern vector embeddings use a transformer model. Bear in mind that convolutional neural networks can also be used. Depending on the type of your data, you can use different pretrained open-source models to create vector embeddings. As an example, for textual data, sentence transformers can transform words, sentences, or paragraphs into vector embeddings.  For visual data, you can use residual network, also known as ResNet, to generate vector embeddings. You can also use visual spectrogram representation for audio data. And that allows us to use the audio data to fall back into the visual data case. Now, these can also be based on your own data set. Each model also determines the number of dimensions for your vectors.  As an example, Cohere's embedding model, embed English version 3.0, has 1,024 dimensions. Open AI's embedding model, text-embedding-3-large, has 3,072 dimensions.  07:45 Nikita: For organizations ready to put this into practice, there's the question of how to get the models up and running inside Oracle Database. Can you walk us through how these models are brought into Oracle Database? Brent: Although you can generate vector embeddings outside the Oracle Database using pre-trained open-source embeddings or your own embedding models, you also have the option of doing those within the Oracle Database. In order to use those within the Oracle Database, you need to use models that are compatible with the Open Neural Network Exchange Standard, or ONNX, also known as onn-ex.  Oracle Database implements an ONNX runtime directly within the database, and this is going to allow you to generate vector embeddings directly inside the Oracle Database using SQL.  08:41 AI is transforming every industry. So, it's no wonder that AI skills are the most sought-after by employers. If you're ready to dive into AI, check out the OCI AI Foundations training and certification that's available for free! It's the perfect starting point to build your AI knowledge. Head over to mylearn.oracle.com to kickstart your AI journey today! 09:06 Nikita: Welcome back! Let's make this practical. Imagine I'm setting this up for the first time. What are the big steps? Can you walk us through the end-to-end workflow using Oracle AI Vector Search? Brent: Generate vector embeddings from your data, either outside the database or within the database. Now, embeddings are a mathematical representation of what your data meaning is. So, what does this long sentence mean, for instance? What are the main keywords out of it? You can also generate embeddings not only on your typical string type of data, but you can also generate embeddings on other types of data, such as pictures or perhaps maybe audio wavelengths.  Maybe we want to convert text strings to embeddings or convert files into text. And then from text, maybe we can chunk that up into smaller chunks and then generate embeddings on those chunks. Maybe we want to convert files to embeddings, or maybe we want to use embeddings for end-to-end search.  Now you have to generate vector embeddings from your unstructured data, as we mentioned, either outside or within the Oracle Database. You can either use the ONNX embedding machine learning models or you can access third-party REST APIs.  You can import pretrained models in ONNX format for vector generation within the database. You can download pretrained embedding machine learning models, convert them into the ONNX format if they are not already in that format. Then you can import those models into the Oracle Database and generate vector embeddings from your data within the database.  Oracle also allows you to convert pre-trained models to the ONNX format using Oracle machine learning for Python. This enables the use of text transformers from different companies.  11:36 Nikita: Once those embeddings are generated, what's the next step?  Brent: Store vector embeddings. So you can create one or more columns of the vector data type in your standard relational data tables. You can also store those in secondary tables that are related to the primary tables using primary key foreign key relationships.  You can store vector embeddings on structured data and relational business data in the Oracle Database. You do store the resulting vector embeddings and associated unstructured data with your relational business data inside the Oracle Database.  12:17 Lois: And when do vector indexes come into play?  Brent: Now you may want to create vector indexes in the event that you have huge vector spaces. This is an optional step, but this is beneficial for running similarity searches over those huge vector spaces.  12:38 Nikita: Now, once all of that is in place, how do users perform similarity searches?  Brent: So once you have generated the vector embeddings and stored those vector embeddings and possibly created the vector indexes, you can then query your data with similarity searches. This allows for native SQL operations and allows you to combine similarity searches with relational searches in order to retrieve relevant data.  So let's take a look at the combined complete workflow. Step number one, generate the vector embeddings from your unstructured data. Step number two, store the vector embeddings. Step number three, create vector indexes. And step number four, combine similarity and keyword searches.  Now there is another optional step. You could generate a prompt and send it to a large language model for a full RAG inference. You can use the similarity search results to generate a prompt and send it to your generative large language model in order to complete your RAG pipeline.  14:07 Lois: Thanks for that detailed walk-through, Brent. To sum up, today we introduced Oracle AI Vector Search, discussed its core concepts, data types, embedding models, and the complete workflow you'll use to get real value out of your business data, securely and efficiently.  Nikita: If you want to learn more about the topics we discussed today, go to mylearn.oracle.com and search for the Oracle AI Vector Search Fundamentals course. And if you're feeling inspired to try this out for yourself, don't forget to check out the Oracle Database 23ai SQL Workshop for hands-on training. Until next time, this is Nikita Abraham… Lois: And Lois Houston, signing off! 14:49 That's all for this episode of the Oracle University Podcast. If you enjoyed listening, please click Subscribe to get all the latest episodes. We'd also love it if you would take a moment to rate and review us on your podcast app. See you again on the next episode of the Oracle University Podcast.  

Send us Fan MailOn today's show we cover lots of questions including…What's the scoop on rice protein for hair?Can one improve the texture of synthetic hair?Are azelaic acid and copper peptides compatible?Will Alpharet improve 60 year old hands?What are alternatives to Crown Affair's air dry mousse?Beauty NewsDoes rosemary oil help with hair growth?Rosemary oil vs minoxidylWhat happened to Vegan brands?Cosmetic ingredient safety checker app.Approximate timestamps0:00 - Intro1:00 - Chit chat3:50 - Rosemary oil help with hair growth12:25 - Vegan brands17:20 - Cosmetic safety checkers20:20 - Listener feedback28:00 - Rice protein and hair33:10 - Synthetic hair texture37:35 - Azelaic acid and peptides41:45 - Improving 60 year old hands48:35 - Air dry mousse51:50 - EndingFive Ways to Ask a question -1. Send us a message through Patreon!2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question5. Leave a voice mail message: 872-216-1856Social media accountson Instagram we're at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're thebeautybrainsOn Bluesky we're at thebeautybrainsOn Youtube we are at thebeautybrains2018And we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show

It's yet another Friday the 13th, which means we should continue our coverage of the franchise! We're talking Jason Lives today, in which Jason comes back from the dead thanks to Frankenstein's revivification scheme and terrorizes another group of hapless teens and adults. We talk about the unseriousness of this movie and how enjoyable that actually makes it!We're also talking Fidens Brewing Company's A Murder of Crows triple IPA in this episode.Approximate timeline0:00-14:00 Intro14:00-24:00 Beer talk24:00-end Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives

Send a textOn today's show we cover lots of questions including…What is nonenal odor and how do you minimize it? Does panthenol make a shampoo better?What's an alternative to Matrix step one bleach amplifier?How expensive is it to test a product?How do you become a cosmetic chemist?Beauty NewsWirecutter hired a chemist to tell if products were real or dupes.Approximate timestamps0:00 - Intro1:00 - Chit chat7:00 - Who are the Beauty Brains?19:00 - Real or Dupe products28:30 - Noneal odor34:25 - Panthenol in shampoo?36:45 - Alternative to Matrix step one42:05 - Testing products expense48:00 - On becoming a cosmetic chemist52:25 - EndingFive Ways to Ask a question -1. Send us a message through Patreon!2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question5. Leave a voice mail message: 872-216-1856Social media accountson Instagram we're at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're thebeautybrainsOn Bluesky we're at thebeautybrainsOn Youtube we are at thebeautybrains2018And we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show

A single investigation in Tucson revealed something most Americans rarely think about.Not a political scandal.Not a partisan fight.A structural divide inside American law enforcement.In this Monday Monologue, Chad Law breaks down the growing gap between federal investigative power and local law enforcement resources — and why the agencies solving the majority of crimes in America often have the fewest tools to do it.Using the Nancy Guthrie investigation in Tucson as a case study, this episode explores:• Why federal agencies operate with enormous investigative infrastructure• Why local departments often struggle with limited budgets and staffing• How digital evidence has dramatically increased investigative complexity• Why cities are paying millions in police misconduct settlements• The rise of viral videos showing officers misunderstanding constitutional law• The collapse of voter participation in sheriff and judicial elections• Why surveillance technology is replacing officers instead of supporting themMost Americans imagine investigations working like they do on television.Federal task forces.Advanced forensic labs.Teams of specialists.But the reality in most communities looks very different.One system has jets.The other system ships evidence through FedEx.And until that divide is addressed, the consequences will continue showing up in:• stalled investigations• wrongful arrests• expensive legal settlements• and communities losing trust in the system meant to protect them.If justice truly begins locally, then local institutions must be strong.This episode explains why they aren't — and what it would take to fix it.☎ Call or Text the Show:866-LAST-GAY866-527-8429Follow the channel on Rumble for full episodes.(Approximate based on transcript flow)0:00 Cold Open – A Case That Exposed a System2:45 The Moment Americans Noticed Something Was Wrong5:20 The Great Divide in Law Enforcement7:00 Federal vs Local Investigative Systems11:40 What Federal Agencies Actually Have Access To14:00 Why Local Departments Struggle With Resources18:20 When Federal Agencies Enter a Case21:00 Jets vs FedEx – The Infrastructure Gap23:00 The Digital Evidence Problem25:00 The Littering Charge Controversy27:20 Police Errors and Lawsuit Settlements30:00 Viral Videos and Constitutional Law Mistakes34:40 Why Training Gaps Are Growing35:30 The Collapse of Local Political Participation38:00 Why Local Elections Matter More Than You Think42:00 The Technology Trap – Cameras vs Officers47:40 Why Technology Can't Replace Policing48:40 How to Close the Law Enforcement Divide51:30 Why Local Law Enforcement Needs More Resources54:30 Why America Must Rebuild Local Institutions59:20 Reagan's Reminder – Government Close to Home1:00:30 Final Thoughts – Justice Begins Locally

Sidney is back, along with a number of other familiar faces from the series' past. We're talking Scream 7 here - our likes and dislikes, how Kevin Williamson deals with script rewrites since Paramount dislikes human rights, and a whole lot more! Enjoy this jumbo-sized episode, and also check out our previous entries in the Scream franchise, linked below.Approximate timeline0:00-15:00 Intro/Gripe about pre-movie featurettes15:00-24:00 Beer talk24:00-end Scream 7Next up: Friday the 13th shenanigans!Scream episodesScream: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1XNs74IgOW6tj2MaeqRznw?si=1_sGM3CBSyyWh7lAHq1emgScream 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2GUKGIAGVQ3nBffLVtF2Hb?si=x79Iv_f9SBCAmZ4r8u3PIAScream 3: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6KLshGnRh6d1OamrH00zuh?si=4MdMoeLYRpCjTBA1uCrh9AScream 4: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2mJDPsE3Cr4KYxTGsUnUcT?si=VQkTkDUtQs27-Pc1JWTQSQScream 5: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6zuEJ2SSJo6QLkgdJic3v8?si=eVMQTz1BSWCXGV10q0p_3AScream VI: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2jtrHvEZYbqu5jjaKv0f2Q?si=Npvma919QRuiV7X6BNwZew

We're celebrating Black History Month with another blaxploitation film, this time one of the most well-known black horror films - Blacula! While we contend the film is actually not the best example of blaxploitation, we discuss the unique approach to criticism, its portrayal of the Dracula vampire mythos, and ponder the slow pacing of the movie. We're also drinking Sam Adams' Blackberry Witbier, part of their new vintage spring pack.Approximate timeline0:00-15:00 Intro15:00-25:00 Beer talk25:00-end BlaculaNext up: Scream 7!

Unfortunately, we recently lost the bright and shining Catherine O'Hara. On this episode, we reflect on her career and hone in on a movie that showcases a variety of her skills: comedy, emotion, and even musicality. We talk about A Mighty Wind, the mockumentary by Christopher Guest and Eugene Levy about a trio of folk groups reuniting after years away from each other.We're also drinking Beer Tree Brewing Company's Lift Lager, a schwarzbier!Approximate timeline0:00-10:00 Intro/Catherine O'Hara tribute10:00-15:00 Beer talk15:00-end A Mighty Wind

To celebrate Sam Raimi's return to cinemas, we hit the theater to check out Send Help, the new survival/horror film that Martin best describes as Misery meets Castaway. We talk about the hits and misses, including the intimate two-character study, the focus on survival techniques, and the twisty ending that reveals some structural issues with script. We're also drinking Genesee Brewing Company's Dry-Hopped Cream Ale, which makes its return after nearly six years!Approximate timeline0:00-10:00 Intro10:00-18:00 Beer talk18:00-end Send HelpNext up: Catherine O'Hara tribute with A Mighty Wind

Given the condition of this state, GL could not be brought into being today. The amount stolen in fraud in Minnesota could approximate half the amount taken in in income tax annually. Mpls city council denies liquor licenses to hotels who accommodate ICE. Johnny Heidt with guitar news. Heard On The Show:Trump says he's ‘not happy' with Good and Pretti killings, they ‘should've not happened'Minneapolis City Council delays liquor license renewal for 2 downtown hotels housing ICE agentsThe job market was already ‘slim pickings.' New data shows it just got worseSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us a textOn today's show we cover lots of questions including…How much does it really cost to make products?Does goat milk have benefit on skin?Is the Paula's Choice new serum amazing? Is Glycerin bad for hair?What ingredients should you look for in a makeup primer?Beauty NewsFDA doesn't determine safety of PFASMen's skin care line.Approximate timestamps0:00 - Intro1:00 - Chit chat4:00 - Beauty News14:00 - How much do products cost18:30 - Goat milk and Paula's Choics28:00 - Glycerin in hair38:00 - Ingredients in makeup primer44:00 - Ending45:30 - Teddy the Hungry Kitty CatFive Ways to Ask a question -1. Send us a message through Patreon!2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question5. Leave a voice mail message: 872-216-1856Social media accountson Instagram we're at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're thebeautybrainsOn Bluesky we're at thebeautybrainsOn Youtube we are at thebeautybrains2018And we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show

For this week's episode, we thought it was only appropriate to cover the icy cold spaghetti western The Great Silence just released by Vinegar Syndrome's partner label Film Movement Classics. We cover this Sergio Corbucci-directed film about the titular character Silence and his quest to delete all the bounty killers from the Utah frontier. We talk about how this relates to other spag westerns, the delightfully villainous Klaus Kinski, and a lot more.We're also drinking Saranac Brewing's Growler Hazy IPA, a 12 pack in the larger 16oz cans!Approximate timeline0:00-10:00 Intro10:00-25:00 Beer talk/Tears of the Left and Rob Schneider divorce25:00-end The Great SilenceNext up, the plan is to see Sam Raimi's Send Help

Welcome to 2026 with Blood and Black Rum Podcast! This year we're starting out with what would be considered a precursor to the giallo genre, with the overlooked A Hyena in the Safe. This Italian production melds Agatha Christie with some tropes of Italian murder mysteries to create a unique blend with... Bond influences? We talk about this and more, thanks to Celluloid Dreams' new US Blu-ray release.We're drinking Southern Tier Brewing Company's Irish Coffee Cream Ale this time around!Approximate timeline0:00-10:00 Intro10:00-17:00 Beer talk 17:00-end A Hyena in the SafeStay tuned for even more B&BR this year as we enter our 12th season!

While it's true we could have done Rocky for any holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year) we decided that the perfect time for this classic pugilist film was for a New Year's Day special due to the epic fight with Apollo Creed. We talk about the character study, the romance with Adrian, and of course the finale's 15-round bout. We're also drinking Samuel Smith's Taddy Porter!Approximate timeline0:00-8:00 Intro8:00-16:00 Beer talk16:00-end RockyWe'll see you back in 2026!

Send us a textOn today's show we cover lots of questions including…Do low pH shampoos preserve color?Can a supplement provide you sun protection?What effects does hard water have on hair color?How significant are the health risks to taking topical tretinoin?What's the difference between aerosol and non aerosol sprays?Beauty NewsNY SCC meetingFDA withdraws talc rule.New sunscreen in USElectrokinetics confirms BTMC is best conditioner!Question linksScience direct articleCleveland clinic article Approximate timestamps0:00 - Intro1:00 - Chit chat - SCC meeting in New York9:15 - Beauty News - FDA talc rule12:00 - Best hair conditioner15:00 - New sunscreen in the US18:15 - Low pH shampoo20:40 - Supplement sun screen24:50 - Hard water and hair29:50 - Topical tretinoin37:20 - Aerosol vs non aerosol41:05 - EndingFive Ways to Ask a question -1. Send us a message through Patreon!2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question5. Leave a voice mail message: 872-216-1856Social media accountson Instagram we're at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're thebeautybrainsOn Bluesky we're at thebeautybrainsOn Youtube we are at thebeautybrains2018And we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show

The Ref is something of a Christmas outlier; its title does not suggest a holiday-themed topic, the poster artwork fails to spread any holiday cheer, and overall it's a strange culmination of ideas. However, it was also a Martin holiday tradition,so it made sense to finally tackle this Denis Leary-starring vehicle for our final film in 2025's Festivus Series.We're also drinking Modelo's Noche Especial lager for this festive occasion!Approximate timeline0:00-12:00 Intro12:00-20:00 Beer talk20:00-end The RefWe hope you enjoyed our Festivus Series this year! We will be back - either for a New Year's episode if we get the chance, or else we'll be seeing you in 2026 for standard film coverage!

What conjures memories of the festive season more than neon lights and a killer robot santa? Christmas Bloody Christmas is effectively Silent Night, Deadly Night crossed with The Terminator and a grindhouse aesthetic, but it never really reaches any of those heights. We talk about the grating dialogue, the film's extended finale, the lack of creativity in the kills, and a lot more in this yuletide episode on Joe Begos' film!We're also drinking Zero Gravity's Green State Evergreen Winter Lager.Approximate timeline0:00-12:00 Intro12:00-18:00 Beer talk18:00-end Christmas Bloody ChristmasFestivus Series continues all holiday season!

Proudly sponsored by PyMC Labs, the Bayesian Consultancy. Book a call, or get in touch!Intro to Bayes Course (first 2 lessons free)Advanced Regression Course (first 2 lessons free)Our theme music is « Good Bayesian », by Baba Brinkman (feat MC Lars and Mega Ran). Check out his awesome work!Visit our Patreon page to unlock exclusive Bayesian swag ;)Takeaways:DADVI is a new approach to variational inference that aims to improve speed and accuracy.DADVI allows for faster Bayesian inference without sacrificing model flexibility.Linear response can help recover covariance estimates from mean estimates.DADVI performs well in mixed models and hierarchical structures.Normalizing flows present an interesting avenue for enhancing variational inference.DADVI can handle large datasets effectively, improving predictive performance.Future enhancements for DADVI may include GPU support and linear response integration.Chapters:13:17 Understanding DADVI: A New Approach21:54 Mean Field Variational Inference Explained26:38 Linear Response and Covariance Estimation31:21 Deterministic vs Stochastic Optimization in DADVI35:00 Understanding DADVI and Its Optimization Landscape37:59 Theoretical Insights and Practical Applications of DADVI42:12 Comparative Performance of DADVI in Real Applications45:03 Challenges and Effectiveness of DADVI in Various Models48:51 Exploring Future Directions for Variational Inference53:04 Final Thoughts and Advice for PractitionersThank you to my Patrons for making this episode possible!Yusuke Saito, Avi Bryant, Giuliano Cruz, James Wade, Tradd Salvo, William Benton, James Ahloy, Robin Taylor, Chad Scherrer, Zwelithini Tunyiswa, Bertrand Wilden, James Thompson, Stephen Oates, Gian Luca Di Tanna, Jack Wells, Matthew Maldonado, Ian Costley, Ally Salim, Larry Gill, Ian Moran, Paul Oreto, Colin Caprani, Colin Carroll, Nathaniel Burbank, Michael Osthege, Rémi Louf, Clive Edelsten, Henri Wallen, Hugo Botha, Vinh Nguyen, Marcin Elantkowski, Adam C. Smith, Will Kurt, Andrew Moskowitz, Hector Munoz, Marco Gorelli, Simon Kessell, Bradley Rode, Patrick Kelley, Rick Anderson, Casper de Bruin, Michael Hankin, Cameron Smith, Tomáš Frýda, Ryan Wesslen, Andreas Netti, Riley King, Yoshiyuki Hamajima, Sven De Maeyer, Michael DeCrescenzo, Fergal M, Mason Yahr, Naoya Kanai, Aubrey Clayton, Omri Har Shemesh, Scott Anthony Robson, Robert Yolken, Or Duek, Pavel Dusek, Paul Cox, Andreas Kröpelin, Raphaël...

We've done a lot of killer Santa films, but we've never done the extremely French Deadly Games: Dial Code Santa Claus, the precursor to Home Alone's "kid on Christmas setting traps for bad guys" idea. Here we talk about the MINITEL, if the idea for Home Alone was stolen, and how closely this film hews to Christmas Evil (another movie we've done previously). We're also drinking Sam Adams' new winter seasonal White Winter Ale!Approximate timeline0:00-12:00 Intro12:00-20:00 Beer talk20:00-end Deadly Games: Dial Code Santa ClausFestivus Series continues all Christmas season!

As Buffalo Bills fans, we couldn't resist checking out Hallmark's new holiday movie based around the Bills mafia. And of course, with our track record of covering Christmas Hallmark films, it only made sense to "tackle" this nauseatingly naive movie of yuletide cheer. Tune in to see what we say, and hear Martin reminisce about Bills teams of old.We're also drinking DuClaw's Pastryarchy: Peppermint Imperial Stout!Approximate timeline0:00-15:00 Intro15:00-25:00 Beer talk25:00-end Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love StoryFestivus Series continues all holiday season!

Send us a textOn today's show we cover lots of questions including…How do you know when an ingredient is in a formula at a working %?Why would a company use a dangerous ingredient in their product?Do heat-less curls damage hair?What's the deal with Milk Shake Direct Color?How do hair color products with conditioning effects work?Beauty NewsScience News - Valerie quoted speaking about the skin's barrierBond builders - do they work?Approximate timestamps0:00 - Intro1:00 - Chit chat3:25 - Beauty News - Science news article5:40 - Hair bonding research22:00 - Audience comments24:55 - Ingredient percents30:45 - Dangerous ingredients35:35 - Heatless curls42:20 - Milk Shake color50:17 - Conditioning color products53:10 - EndingFive Ways to Ask a question -1. Send us a message through Patreon!2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question5. Leave a voice mail message: 872-216-1856Social media accountson Instagram we're at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're thebeautybrainsOn Bluesky we're at thebeautybrainsOn Youtube we are at thebeautybrains2018And we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show

While we technically missed Thanksgiving, it's okay, because we planned it all along - this episode drops on Black Friday and we're celebrating that hellish consumer holiday with the 2021 film Black Friday! This Devon Sawa/Bruce Campbell vehicle was actually a pleasant surprise considering the lack of fanfare and poor reviews - it's a fun, zombie- and Thing-adjacent holiday horror that brings both the joy of Thanksgiving and the terror of Christmas shopping. We're also drinking Founders' Red Sweater IPA!Approximate timeline0:00-14:00 Intro/Thanksgiving talk14:00-20:00 Beer talk20:00-end Black FridayComing up: our Festivus Series begins!

Send us a textOn today's show we cover lots of questions including…How long do heat protectants last? Is there a meaningful difference between different red light therapy masks?Why would an anti-aging cream be really expensive?Can you just use rubbing alcohol to prevent itching and ingrown hairs?In an antioxidant balm, will the antioxidants absorb into the skin or stay on top?Beauty NewsAugustinus Bader backs Dua Lipa's wallet-friendly line.Are beauty products going all become the same? Approximate timestamps0:00 - Intro1:00 - Chit chat9:00 - Beauty News - Dua Lipa launch12:20 - Are formulas going to become the same?16:00 - Are you a Valerie or a Perry?19:15 - Heat protectants24:35 - Red light therapy30:00 - What makes products expensive37:45 - Rubbing alcohol ingrown hairs41:00 - Antioxidant balms45:00 - EndingFive Ways to Ask a question -1. Send us a message through Patreon!2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question5. Leave a voice mail message: 872-216-1856Social media accountson Instagram we're at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're thebeautybrainsOn Bluesky we're at thebeautybrainsOn Youtube we are at thebeautybrains2018And we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show

We've covered most of Wes Anderson's recent output, but we missed The Phoenician Scheme when it released in theaters. So we wanted to rectify that in between our holiday coverage, and give this espionage/business caper its proper due. Here we talk about the overly complicated scheme, Benicio del Toro as frontman, the phoenix rising of Michael Cera, and a whole lot more as we try to parse the symmetrical orientation of Anderson's film. We're also drinking Ommegang's Ommegeddon, a Brett Saison Ale!Approximate timeline0:00-12:00 Intro12:00-20:00 Beer talk20:00-end The Phoenician SchemeNext up: we head into Thanksgiving with a look at 2021's Black Friday!

Send us a textOn today's show we cover lots of questions including…Is it a good idea to load up a product with active ingredients?What do you think of the Ziip Halo device?How do you remove mineral sunscreen from your skin?What do humectants really do in hair?What is Neogen plasma skin regeneration?Beauty NewsWhat the Hell Are Skin-Loving Cosmetics?Do you think that is true?  I'm cynical but even I think that sounds a bit over the top.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vvht6jMYlYPterostibene - New anti-aging ingredient?Approximate timestamps0:00 - Intro1:00 - Chit chat6:30 - Beauty news - Skin loving cosmetics13:20 - Pterostibene17:40 - Beauty Questions - Loaded with active ingredients25:00 - Ziip Halo device32:55 - Removing mineral sunscreen36:05 - Humectants in hair45:15 - Neogen49:35 - EndingFive Ways to Ask a question -1. Send us a message through Patreon!2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question5. Leave a voice mail message: 872-216-1856Social media accountson Instagram we're at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're thebeautybrainsOn Bluesky we're at thebeautybrainsOn Youtube we are at thebeautybrains2018And we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the  Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show

ChessDojo's GM Jesse Kraai is always one of my favorite people to talk chess with, yet somehow it had been five years since his last visit to the pod. Jesse returned at a great time, having been both studying and competing actively, and recently achieving his goal of qualifying for the 2026 U.S. Senior Closed Championship. His recent over-the-board activity provided a springboard for us to discuss a wide range of topics, including: How he has learned to confront his fears in tough, “meat-grinder” weekend tournaments Why he believes weight training—and even certain health supplements—are important for older players, and may be the next frontier for professionals as well How the ChessDojo curriculum and philosophy have evolved in recent years I am also a big fan of Jesse's book reviews on the ChessDojo YouTube channel, so I couldn't let him go without sharing a few recommendations. We even closed the conversation by discussing Intermezzo, a recent novel by award-winning Irish writer Sally Rooney. I always admire Jesse's dedication to improvement, and it's a pleasure to hear his thoughtful perspectives on chess and beyond. Approximate timestamps of topics discussed are below. 0:02- Does Jesse ever find it hard to stay motivated to keep studying and reading chess books?  0:03- Reflections on Jesse's recent tournaments 0:05- What are the keys to GM Alex Fishbein's recent success?  0:09- What does Jesse do to work on his own chess? Mentioned: Jesse's review of the book TurboCharge Your Tactics https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLBMmqk8an0 Also Mentioned:  Perfect Your Chess https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Your-Chess-Ukrainian-Authors/dp/1915328063/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1KXGHHH199SMQ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.XJTzNVQ4N6jtqAJlUh5KzvNBpaX4Cs6DkIe2E-15eIhEw6YsZYPA5HdNzRFsEzgzHHBYkJjSSdBddTS1PPcTP6iRXtOUrqULwf5Sc2JQUMHafGmhNIGcuYGQ8MyXxIkQhoxaHmbKuO0u94ls6vl8vhiehM-UnVvrZ17ce4FPjsd3ho3b08KJh-vPw89-SF0ccgo36HEXf7zwi__wKMmX8iO1_7DXOTHH5Pk9OgLrBUA.kPo0CC2fg8nMzpfrIKoCIvkTyNUwFvqAT7-k0iXzEmI&dib_tag=se&keywords=perfect+your+chess&qid=1756510333&sprefix=Perfect+Your+Chess%2Caps%2C267&sr=8-1 12:00- ChessDojo and Jesse's fitness regimen Jesse's IG post here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DMqT1jOuxcK/ Check out Dr. Nick Vasquez's blog here: https://nickvasquezmd.substack.com/p/clearing-the-fog 17:00- Are elite chess players likely taking cognitive supplements or other drugs to help their performances?  20:00- What have been the biggest lessons from co-founding the ChessDojo? 25:00- What has Jesse learned from reading the works of IM Willy Hendriks? 28:00- Patreon mailbag question: What non-chess books influenced Jesse's philosophy of chess improvement? Mentioned: Mindset by Carol Dweck Deep Work by Cal Newport  30:00- Patreon mailbag question: Are books as effective as modern digital tools for chess improvement?  32:00- Does Jesse have set hours for studying chess? 36:00- The strengths and weaknesses of Jesse's competitors in next year's US Senior Closed Championship.  Mentioned: GM Larry Christiansen, GM Gregory Kaidanov, FM Doug Eckert  38:00- New developments in the dojo 42:00- Jesse's rest of 2026 tournaments  44:00- We share our thoughts on the chess-adjacent novel Intermezzo by popular author Sally Rooney https://www.amazon.com/Intermezzo-Novel-Sally-Rooney/dp/0374602638 54:00- Parting book recs Mentioned: Polgar Chess Logical Chess Move by Move  58:00- Thanks to Jesse, for rejoining me! You can find him at the ChessDojo. (use code "ben" at checkout to save 10% https://www.chessdojo.club/signup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When Katharine Graham took over the Washington Post in 1963, she was a shy socialite who'd never run anything. By retirement, she'd taken down a president, ended the most violent strike in a generation, and built one of the best-performing companies in American history. Graham had no training, no experience, not even confidence. Just a newspaper bleeding money and a government that expected her to fall in line. When her editors brought her stolen classified documents, her lawyers begged her not to publish. They said it would destroy the company. She published them anyway. Nixon came after her, attacking her with the full force of the executive. Then Watergate. For nearly a year she was ridiculed and isolated while pursuing the story that would eventually bring down the president.  Graham proved that you can grow into a job that initially seems impossible and no amount of training can substitute for having the right values and the courage to act on them. Approximate timestamps: Subject to variation due to dynamically inserted ads:   (02:19) The Making of an Unlikely Heiress (10:15) The Education of a Publisher's Wife   (22:16) Learning to Lead (30:46) Becoming a Media Titan   (44:12) Legacy   (47:59) Reflections + Lessons This episode is for informational purposes only and is full of practical lessons I learned reading her memoir, Personal History and watching Becoming Katharine Graham. Check out highlights from this book in our repository, and find key lessons from Graham here: ⁠⁠https://fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/outliers-katharine-graham/ Thanks to ReMarkable for sponsoring this episode. Get your paper tablet at reMarkable.com today Upgrade—If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of all episodes, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/membership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. Newsletter—The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it's completely free. Learn more and sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on X at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠x.com/ShaneAParrish Check out our website for all stock video and photo credits. Episode photo sourced from: iwmf.org/community/katharine-graham/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 2675 - Vinnie Tortorich welcomes Dr. Tro Kalayjian and they discuss metabolic matters related to GLP-1s, hormones, the keto lifestyle, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2025/07/metabolic-matters-dr-tro-kalayjian-episode-2675 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS   YOU CAN WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - Metabolic Matters Dr. Tro is an early contributor and guest on the show. (3:00) Dr. Eric Westman's work influenced him, and he has since collaborated with Dr. Westman. Vinnie refers people to Dr. Tro all the time. Dr. Tro is licensed in almost all states for telehealth services. More than one-third of Americans are on a medication; the average for people over age 50 is on at least 4 medications. (10:30) Many medications are helpful, but other ones are overprescribed. (12:00) GLP-1s are an example of being overly prescribed. People are often not counseled properly about lifestyle and just handed out the drug. Most people can't tolerate the side effects and are off of the drug within a year. (18:30) Approximate 30-35% of the weight they lose on GLP-1s is muscle tissue; consequently, the heart is a muscle. GLP-1s have a place in treatment, but their use is limited and restricted to certain situations. (26:00) Vinnie asks Tro about taking hormones like testosterone. (31:30) They discuss side effects of taking testosterone for both men and women. (38:00) Boron and DHEA are involved in hormones. Are they good to use? (45:00) Recent Research from Dr. Tro's Team Dr. Tro and his team have recently written papers about amazing results in metabolic treatments. They even saw improved results in things like food addiction and binge eating. A ketogenic diet can help some people with eating disorders. The team also works with corporate health programs to help employees get healthy and help the company save money. (56:00) They discuss some of the other benefits that happen with healthy employees—the positive effects spill over! (1:00) You can find Dr. Tro and his team at On Instagram, you can follow If you are interested in the NSNG® VIP group, Vinnie plans to open it again soon! You can get on the wait list - More News Don't forget to check out Serena Scott Thomas on Days of Our Lives on the Peacock channel.  “Dirty Keto” is available on Amazon! You can purchase or rent it . Make sure you watch, rate, and review it! Eat Happy Italian, Anna's next cookbook, is available!  You can go to  You can order it from .  Anna's recipes are in her cookbooks, website, and Substack–they will spice up your day!  Don't forget you can invest in Anna's Eat Happy Kitchen through StartEngine.  Details are at Eat Happy Kitchen.    PURCHASE  DIRTY KETO (2024) The documentary launched in August 2024! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's fourth documentary in just over five years. Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere:  Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. Additionally, the more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE (2022) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere:  REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere:  FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: 

Daniel Kahneman won the Nobel Prize for proving we're not as rational as we think. In this timeless conversation we discuss how to think clearly in a world full of noise, the invisible forces that cloud our judgement, and why more information doesn't equal better thinking. Kahneman also reveals the mental model he discovered at 22 that still guides elite teams today.  Approximate timestamps:  (00:36) – Episode Introduction   (05:37) – Daniel Kahneman on Childhood and Early Psychology   (12:44) – Influences and Career Path   (15:32) – Working with Amos Tversky   (17:20) – Happiness vs. Life Satisfaction   (21:04) – Changing Behavior: Myths and Realities   (24:38) – Psychological Forces Behind Behavior   (28:02) – Understanding Motivation and Situational Forces   (30:45) – Situational Awareness and Clear Thinking   (34:11) – Intuition, Judgment, and Algorithms   (39:33) – Improving Decision-Making with Structured Processes   (43:26) – Organizational Thinking and Dissent   (46:00) – Judgment Quality and Biases   (50:12) – Teaching Negotiation Through Understanding   (52:14) – Procedures That Elevate Group Thinking   (55:30) – Recording and Reviewing Decisions   (57:58) – The Concept of Noise in Decision-Making   (01:01:14) – Reducing Noise and Improving Accuracy   (01:04:09) – Replication Crisis and Changing Beliefs   (01:08:21) – Why Psychologists Overestimate Their Hypotheses   (01:12:20) – Closing Thoughts and Gratitude Thanks to MINT MOBILE for sponsoring this episode: Get this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at MINTMOBILE.com/KNOWLEDGEPROJECT. Newsletter - The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it's completely free. Learn more and sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Upgrade — If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of the episode, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/membership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. Watch on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@tkppodcast Photograph: Richard Saker/The Guardian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They weren't employees. They were partners. Les Schwab didn't build a company. He built a culture. This episode reveals how one small-town tire dealer scaled to $3 billion by turning customers into evangelists and employees into owners. Somewhere between changing his first flat tire and opening his 410th Les Schwab Tire Center, Les discovered something profound: his people weren't just working for him, they were working with him. They weren't building his dream, they were building their own. This episode is a case study on how strategy, incentives, and trust create massive advantages that resources can't buy. When investment bankers offered Schwab billions to sell his empire, he refused after asking himself just one question: “What would I do with the money?” Les Schwab understood something most never learn: the real wealth isn't in what you keep.  Approximate timestamps: Subject to variation due to dynamically inserted ads:  (01:49) Roots   (11:21) In Business  (27:50) Building an Empire  (40:18) Maturation and Legacy  (48:21) Reflections from Les Schwab  (51:22) Lessons from Les Schwab   This episode is for informational purposes only and is based on Pride in Performance: Keep It Going by Les Schwab Check out highlights from this book in our repository, and find key lessons from Schwab here: https://www.fs.blog/knowledge-project-podcast/outliers-les-schwab Upgrade—If you want to hear my thoughts and reflections at the end of all episodes, join our membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/membership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your own private feed. Newsletter—The Brain Food newsletter delivers actionable insights and thoughtful ideas every Sunday. It takes 5 minutes to read, and it's completely free. Learn more and sign up at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠fs.blog/newsletter⁠⁠⁠ Follow Shane on X at: ⁠⁠⁠x.com/ShaneAParrish Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices