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In recent days, Sean "Diddy" Combs has been accused by an aspiring male musician, identified as John Doe, of sexual assault stemming from an incident in 2015. According to the lawsuit, Combs invited Doe to perform at a party, promising potential music opportunities. After the performance, Doe alleges he was given a drink that left him incapacitated, and upon regaining consciousness, he found Combs sexually assaulting him. Fearing retaliation and damage to his burgeoning career, Doe did not report the incident at the time but has now come forward seeking justice and compensation for the trauma endured. This allegation adds to a growing list of legal challenges facing Combs, who is currently detained at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn on federal charges including sex trafficking and racketeering. The new lawsuit underscores a pattern of alleged misconduct, with multiple individuals accusing Combs of using his influence in the music industry to exploit and abuse.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Diddy lawsuit claims he drugged, groped aspiring male musician in 2015

We'll focus on learning why he chose a trade over college, how his high school math background plays a role in his work, and the motivations behind his decision.

In this episode of the Woodpreneur podcast, host Jennifer Alger introduces the new direction of the show, focusing on the sawmill and woodworking community. She interviews Sims Acuff, founder of Eutree, who shares his journey from starting a tree service to transitioning into the lumber business. The conversation covers the challenges of business growth, the importance of investing in equipment, and innovations in lumber processing technology. In this conversation, Sims Acuff discusses the advancements in wood processing technology at Eutree, the diverse product offerings, and the challenges faced in the urban wood industry. He highlights the shift in market dynamics towards engineered products and the need for local sawmills to adapt to remain competitive. Sims emphasizes the importance of innovation in equipment to support smaller mills and shares insights for aspiring entrepreneurs in the wood industry. Takeaways Jennifer Alger hosts the Woodpreneur Podcast, where Sims Acuff shares his journey transforming a tree service into Eutree, an urban wood utilization business focused on sustainability. Cash flow management and strategic equipment investment are critical challenges for small wood businesses, with Sims emphasizing the importance of maintaining some debt for growth. Innovative technologies like Woodflow's modular design and the Smart Stacker have helped Eutree streamline operations, reduce labor costs, and respond flexibly to market demands. The wood industry is shifting toward engineered products, creating competitive challenges for local sawmills that require adaptation and innovation to remain viable. Aspiring wood entrepreneurs should approach the sawmill business cautiously, with collaboration and innovation being essential strategies for overcoming industry challenges. Chapters 00:00 Welcome to the Woodpreneur Podcast 01:01 Sims Acuff and the Eutree Journey 04:44 Transitioning from Tree Service to Lumber Business 10:09 Challenges in Business Growth and Cash Flow 12:33 Investing in Equipment for Growth 17:31 Innovations in Lumber Processing Technology 21:57 Innovations in Wood Processing Technology 25:12 Product Range and Customization at Eutree 28:45 Challenges in the Urban Wood Industry 31:34 Market Dynamics and Competition 38:01 Future of Local Sawmills and Decentralization 44:09 Advice for Aspiring Wood Industry Entrepreneurs The Woodpreneur Podcast brings stories of woodworkers, makers, and entrepreneurs turning their passion for wood into successful businesses - from inspiration to education to actionable advice. Hosted by Steve Larosiliere and Jennifer Alger For blog posts and updates: woodpreneur.com To join a network of woodpreneurs: See how we helped woodworkers, furniture-makers, millwork and lumber businesses grow to the next level: woodpreneurnetwork.com Empowering woodpreneurs and building companies to grow and scale: buildergrowth.io Connect with us at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/woodpreneurnetwork/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/woodpreneurnetwork/ Join Our Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/woodpreneurnetwork Join our newsletter: podcast.woodpreneur.com/ Connect with Sims Acuff at: https://www.eutree.com/ https://www.facebook.com/Eutree/ https://www.instagram.com/eutree/

Kyle is a former hospital and retail pharmacist who left the industry after seeing firsthand the flaws in the medical system and the over-reliance on pharmaceuticals. Now, Kyle focuses on educating and coaching individuals on metabolic health, using lifestyle changes—particularly low-carb and ketogenic approaches—to help reverse chronic disease. He likes to cut through the noise with real science, practical insights, and a no-nonsense approach. Kyle is an avid racer of SUP and has been on a personal quest to maximize his metabolism and improve his paddle performance. Instagram: @unscriptedpharmacist YouTube: @unscriptedpharmacist Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UnscriptedPharmacist?mibextid=ZbWKwL Website: https://www.unscriptedpharmacist.com/ Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer 01:21 Introduction 03:34 Pharmacist's dilemma: patient guidance 09:26 AI enhances patient health outcomes 11:36 Coffee 14:45 Endurance race safety 19:10 From prediabetes to active lifestyle 22:36 Understanding insulin's role beyond glucose 23:45 Questioning medical education's value 29:46 Impact of continuous glucose monitoring 32:47 Ketones in cancer treatment 34:10 Optimizing chemo with diet adjustments 38:19 Victims of misinformation campaign 42:49 Body fat assessment: efficiency and solutions 45:26 Real-time personalized diabetes insights 50:37 Aspiring remote pharmacist's dream 53:45 Criticizing insulin recommendations 54:49 Where to find Kyle *** Join Revero now to regain your health: https://revero.com/YT Revero.com is an online medical clinic for treating chronic diseases with this root-cause approach of nutrition therapy. You can get access to medical providers, personalized nutrition therapy, biomarker tracking, lab testing, ongoing clinical care, and daily coaching. You will also learn everything you need with educational videos, hundreds of recipes, and articles to make this easy for you. Join the Revero team (medical providers, etc): https://revero.com/jobs ‪#Revero #ReveroHealth #shawnbaker  #Carnivorediet #MeatHeals #AnimalBased #ZeroCarb #DietCoach  #FatAdapted #Carnivore #sugarfree Disclaimer: The content on this channel is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider.

Ever wondered what it takes to break into Hollywood as a writer? In today's episode, NOT REAL ART host Scott “Sourdough” Power sits down with Paul Miloknay, a former attorney turned author, to chat about his new book, Welcome to Hollywood: A Survival Guide for Aspiring Writers.In their discussion, Paul shares his journey from the courtroom to crafting a comprehensive guide specifically designed for novice writers. He emphasizes the challenges that come with trying to make it in Hollywood and highlights the critical importance of understanding the legal aspects of creative work. Among the key topics discussed are the value of building trustworthy relationships, the need to protect your intellectual property, and why every collaboration should involve clear written agreements.The conversation also digs into the current landscape of the entertainment industry, especially how recent economic shifts and labor strikes have reshaped opportunities for writers. Paul not only shares insights but also offers practical strategies for navigating these complexities. He reiterates that while talent is important, success in Hollywood often hinges on informed planning and relentless perseverance. Listeners gain actionable tips and a clearer understanding of what it really takes to thrive in the competitive world of writing. Whether you're a budding writer or just curious about the industry, this episode is packed with valuable advice and real-world examples to help you on your journey.Links mentioned in today's episode:ArterialArtsvilleUSAFirst Friday ExhibitionsKatie Love: Two Tickets to ParadiseNOT REAL ARTNOT REAL ART PodcastPaul Miloknay on FacebookPaul Miloknay on InstagramPaul Miloknay on LinkedInPaul Miloknay: Welcome to HollywoodRemote Video SeriesScott “Sourdough” PowerFor more information, please visit https://notrealart.com/paul-miloknay

Rant about how black-pilled aspiring developers who choose to be victims are poisonous to all other aspiring developers.---------------------------------------------------

Toledo's new Kid Mayor Dash Harden visits to share why he wanted to be in the role, and how he's going to ensure no more potholes in his city! Dash is a cool kid who's been to more countries than many of us, and he'd like to get to people to space. Perhaps his brother, Elon, who is here as well, most of all! Another person you'll hear is an aspiring local podcaster, who you'll usually see in a suit. But not today, so it's truly a special visit! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prepare for a deep dive into tariffs, aging wisdom, March Madness, and more in this week's episode of the 280+ Podcast!

Market shocks, crypto moves, windfalls, and punk rock? Shane Mason & AJ Ayers unpack the latest financial news and listener questions in this episode of The Liquidity Event.

MCFC Krish discussed his passion as a YouTuber, his dreams, and his goals.Follow!Krish@mcfc_krish@Mcfckrish

What does it mean to commit to performance so fully that it transforms how you move through the world? Winnipeg artist Shawna Dempsey reveals in this week's episode how performance art can be a radical tool for change. Dempsey recalls the inspiration behind some of her and collaborator Lori Millan's iconic works like Lesbian National Parks and Services, where she and Millan became uniformed officials "protecting the lesbian wilds" while educating the public about the inherent queerness of nature. Their performances blended humour, authority, and subversion to create transformative encounters decades before mainstream acceptance of LGBTQ+ identities. Learn about a time in the not-so distant-past where donning a ranger uniform emblazoned with the word "lesbian" forced constant coming out in 1990s Canada – a time when queer people had few legal protections and homophobia was abound. Dempsey and Millan are still creating work, like Thunderhead,  Canada's new LGBTQ2+ monument commemorating victims of The Purge. The financial realities of life as a non-commercial artist pose a counterpoint to creative freedom, and Dempsey explores how she walks this tightrope. Despite international recognition and exhibiting at prestigious institutions like MoMA and the Winnipeg Art Gallery, Dempsey remembers that sometimes the most they earned in a year was under $19,000 each while touring five months of the year. "Supporting oneself as an artist in Canada is very challenging, especially if you don't make anything saleable," she explains, detailing how they survived through teaching, writing, and "pretty much anything for $50."As co-executive director of Mentoring Artists for Women's Art (MAWA), Dempsey confronts the persistent inequality in visual arts, where women artists in Canada still earn only 70 cents for every dollar male artists make.  Aspiring artists will find wisdom in Dempsey's journey – from playing pretend as the famous artist "Miss Shawna from New York" as a child to creating groundbreaking feminist work that's changed lives. Her advice to artists? "Do it. What a wonderful way to live, because you get to go into the studio and think: what do I want to say today?"  Connect with us:Madison Beale, HostCroocial, ProductionBe a guest on The Artalogue Podcast

***Guest AppearanceCredits to:https://www.youtube.com/@TheMHPExchange "How To Find The Money To Finance Your Next Deal"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FC635vBeyTA  Navigating the world of real estate can often feel like traversing a maze, especially when it comes to securing funding for your deals. For those feeling daunted by the hurdles of traditional banking, Jay Conner, renowned as the "Private Money Authority," shares invaluable insights into how investors can break free from the constraints of conventional lending methods.Jay's journey into private money lending began out of necessity back in 2009, during the global financial crisis. Like many real estate investors at that time, Jay found himself in a bind when his reliable line of credit from the bank was abruptly closed. However, rather than seeing this as a setback, Jay turned it into an opportunity to explore alternative funding sources. This exploration introduced him to the world of private money—a realm that would transform his real estate career.Private money lending involves working with individuals who are willing to lend their personal investment capital in exchange for attractive returns. Unlike traditional banks, which often impose stringent credit checks and collateral requirements, private lenders offer flexibility, allowing you to make your own rules. Jay emphasizes that the cornerstone of his success in this arena has been education and relationship-building. By wearing his "teacher hat," he educates potential private lenders about the secure, high-return opportunities available through real estate investments.One of the key insights Jay shared on the podcast is the importance of investing in your local community—an approach he prefers, as it allows him to maintain better oversight of his investments. However, he notes that private money principles are versatile and can be applied across various real estate asset classes, from single-family homes to mobile home parks.Jay's strategy pivots around the concept of a "good news phone call," a unique approach he uses to fund deals without ever explicitly asking for money. After educating individuals on private money, Jay simply calls them with news of a potential investment that matches their pre-discussed funding capability. This approach is not just about maintaining control over investments but also about offering genuine value to lenders by securing their investments with real estate, therefore ensuring that both parties benefit.The podcast also highlighted an often-overlooked avenue—self-directed IRAs. For those with retirement accounts, directing funds into real estate can yield higher returns compared to traditional investment vehicles. Jay reiterated the importance of establishing a relationship with a self-directed IRA company, thus providing an additional pathway for potential investors to engage in real estate funding.Jay's emphasis on mindset—"owning the real estate between your ears"—is pivotal. Many potential investors are held back by fear and a scarcity mindset, unaware of the abundant capital available for real estate deals. Jay's narrative breaks these barriers, demonstrating that with confidence, knowledge, and the right network, securing private money can be a seamless process.Entrepreneurs and real estate newcomers alike stand to gain from Jay's wealth of knowledge, particularly those eager to explore non-traditional funding routes. His book, "Where to Get the Money Now," which he generously offers for free (just cover shipping), is an excellent starting point for anyone looking to delve deeper into private money lending.This episode is more than just a guide to securing funding—it's an empowering call to action for investors

Join us on this episode of the Maffeo Drinks podcast, where Chris Maffeo chats with drinks industry legend David Gluckman about the fascinating world of drink innovation and product development. David shares insights from his recent book (That Sh*t Will Never Sell), offering a look back at the history and evolution of the drinks industry.The conversation covers iconic brands he created like Bailey's, Ciroc, and Tanqueray Ten, product ownership's importance, and consumer research's often flawed nature.David also discusses how great brands can be built without conventional testing and the critical role of liquid excellence. Tune in for an engaging discussion that blends business acumen with the art of drink creation.The discussion provides insights into the importance of ownership, consumer behavior, and the significance of product distinction in brand building. David also emphasizes the value of real-world testing over consumer research, reflecting on his approach to developing iconic spirits.Aspiring brand builders and drink enthusiasts will find valuable lessons in this engaging conversation.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:29 Guest Introduction: David's Journey01:19 The Bailey's Story: Market Research and Success04:43 Brand Development Philosophy09:36 Challenges in Spirits Marketing12:38 Product Innovation and Differentiation25:44 Ownership and Long-Term Brand Building32:07 Conclusion and Farewell

The POWER (and PASSION) of VOICEIn this engaging conversation, Michelle Zeitlin interviews Denise Woods, a renowned voice coach, about the intricate relationship between identity, culture, and voice in performance. They explore how cultural assumptions and linguistic patterns affect communication, the importance of confidence in voice development, and the impact of technology on the voice acting industry. Denise shares valuable insights for aspiring artists and those pivoting in their careers, emphasizing the need for self-awareness and effective communication.TakeawaysIdentity is crucial in performance and encompasses various aspects of a person's background.Cultural assumptions can influence how we perceive and communicate with others.Confidence plays a significant role in voice development and performance.Technology has changed the voice acting landscape, often at the expense of artistic nuance.Good acting is more important than perfect dialects in securing roles.Aspiring artists should focus on effective communication and self-identity.The ability to articulate thoughts clearly is essential for success in any field.Health and well-being are foundational for making career pivots later in life.Embracing all linguistic patterns enriches communication and performance.Patience and self-acceptance are key to personal growth and success.Sound Bites"The story is the star.""Confidence is everything.""Let time be time."Keywords: voice acting, identity, cultural assumptions, confidence, technology, performance, linguistics, acting techniques, career advice, personal developmentPrestige: Denise has worked with Mahershala Ali, Academy Award Winner.Halle Berry, Academy Award WinnerZoe Saldaña, Academy Award WinnerAnd many other performers who have been AWARD Winners on Stage and Screen. Don't miss a Word! Michelle Zeitlin is the host and producer of this podcast series for CREATIVES. With the goal of offering legacy conversations, kernels of gold and many optional paths to one's Yellow Brick Road to Success, Michelle incorporates her own experience and wisdom, with 4 decades of life in the ARTS & Entertainment, to support and inspire, motivate and educate. As a catalyst to CREATIVE conversation, Michelle has utilized her rich network of executives in TV & Film, Ad Agency & Marketing worlds, Digital Ent., Book Publishing, Music, Dance, Theatre and "Thought Leaders" who share with generosity and curiosity. If you would like to be a GUEST on Passion to Power, please visit Passion-Power.com and fill out our Form or send an email to MoreZap@gmail.com. Please send links, bios and supportive material for consideration. For more on Denise Woods, see her website: https://www.speakitclearly.com/

Jake FieldOwnerThe Ultimate Adventure Travel CompanyMy Name is Jake and I am the founder and owner of The Ultimate Adventure Travel Company. I have been working in the travel industry for the past 7 years and after leading many trips abroad to places like Everest base camp and Kilimanjaro i set out to pursue my dream of being a business owner and helping as many people as possible travel the world and experience their bucket list.summaryIn this episode, Jason Elkins interviews Jake Field, the owner of the Ultimate Adventure Travel Company. They discuss Jake's journey from a childhood spent outdoors to establishing his own adventure travel business. Jake shares insights on the challenges of entering the travel industry, the importance of networking, and the realities of being an expedition leader. He emphasizes the need for personal growth, the value of experience, and the significance of community in the travel sector. The conversation also touches on the skills required to succeed in guiding and running a travel business, as well as advice for aspiring adventure guides.takeawaysJake's journey into adventure travel began with family outings in nature.The decision to pursue a career in adventure travel was influenced by his uncle.Training in Costa Rica was a pivotal experience for Jake.The reality of expedition leading includes challenges not often seen in promotional materials.Networking is crucial in the travel industry, especially for young professionals.Experience gained from bartending helped Jake develop essential people skills.Running a trip to Kilimanjaro boosted Jake's confidence and credibility.The travel industry is a close-knit community where relationships matter.Aspiring guides should seek opportunities to gain experience before starting their own businesses.It's important to understand the realities of the travel industry before diving in. Learn more about Big World Made Small Adventure Travel Marketing and join our private community to get episode updates, special access to our guests, and exclusive adventure travel offers on our website.

This Week:  Nonprofit Leadership For Current & Aspiring   There's a new compassionate, inspiring and valuable guidebook on nonprofit leadership. It's aptly named, “How To Lead Nonprofits.” The author, Nick Grono, shares his thinking on the role of the CEO, … Continue reading →

Sponsored by WatersEdge: Invest with purpose? With WatersEdge Kingdom Investments, you can! We offer great rates that multiply your resources and build churches. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3CxWtFzTop headlines for Wednesday, April 2, 2025In this episode, we explore Utah's recent decision to ban overtly political flags from government buildings and public schools, stirring debates across the political spectrum. Then, we turn our attention to Myanmar, where Samaritan's Purse has swiftly deployed an emergency field hospital in the wake of a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that has tragically claimed over 2,700 lives. Plus, we examine a legal battle involving the Southern Baptist Convention, as a federal judge denies their motion to dismiss Johnny Hunt's defamation lawsuit following a controversial tweet. 00:11 Utah bans political flags from classrooms, government buildings01:03 Myanmar earthquake: Samaritan's Purse airlifting field hospital01:56 University of Portland offers 'queer theologies' course02:44 Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders criminal investigation into mosque03:43 Sponsor Message WatersEdge04:41 Aspiring preacher receives platinum ticket on 'American Idol'05:24 Judge denies SBC motion to completely dismiss Johnny Hunt lawsuit06:17 ‘The King of Kings' shares Gospel through Charles DickensSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercast⠀Follow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTube⠀Get the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for Android⠀Subscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!⠀Links to the NewsUtah bans political flags from classrooms, government buildings | PoliticsMyanmar earthquake: Samaritan's Purse airlifting field hospital | WorldUniversity of Portland offers 'queer theologies' course | EducationTexas Gov. Greg Abbott orders criminal investigation into mosque | U.S.Aspiring preacher receives platinum ticket on 'American Idol' | EntertainmentJudge denies SBC motion to completely dismiss Johnny Hunt lawsuit | U.S.‘The King of Kings' shares Gospel through Charles Dickens | Entertainment

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Dive into the world of choral music publishing with this episode featuring Jack Zaino from Alfred Music! Gain insights into Alfred's focus on serving public schools, teachers, students, and community choirs. Aspiring composers will discover essential advice on submitting music and building industry connections. Choral directors will find valuable tips for selecting the perfect repertoire. Explore the collaborative nature of music publishing and hear Jack's reflections on his mentor, Audrey Snyder. A must-listen for anyone involved in the choral music community.

The first Ishara open  House Challenge .Book 3 in 18 parts, By FinalStand. Listen to the ► Podcast at Explicit Novels.Odd Happenings{8:58 am, Wednesday, Sept. 3rd ~ 5 Days to go; the Final Salvo ~ at this time}I had deposited my Mother in the place I felt was safest for her   with OT (Oyuun T m rbaatar) at the Kazakhstan's UN mission. Her being my family was what mattered to them most. I picked her up on my way to work, which made my entrance into the lobby all that much more cataclysmic.I was traveling light with only Wiesława Živa providing me with security. Chaz, Pamela and Juanita were catching up with their sleep, with a promise of taking me out for a late lunch. That was really them telling me to not leave JIKIT until they came for me around 2:00 pm.So anyway, me, Mom and Wiesława walked into the ground floor of the Mil Ma Towers to find eleven people waiting on us. We were in downtown Manhattan in a part of town the NYPD paid particular attention to. What could go wrong, right? Two of the people were Amazons from Havenstone. With them were two fine young men from the US 'don't make me kill you' Department. By this time in my life I was sure they had one   which no one talked about.Five of my expectant visitors were of the same mold as those who protected Hana for me. Not the Ghost Tigers   that would have put me at ease. Sure, they were a gang of assassin and in this circumstance; I would have preferred them. As it was, ten sets of highly-trained Illuminati operative eyes kept me, my party and the four guardians of JIKIT in their overlapping fields of vision.The last two, were doing an impromptu family reunion. They were Aunts 'X' and 'Y', and neither of them smelled like fish, or crab."Aunt Deidre," I tossed out there. "What brings you here today?"It looked like clobbering time! No. Wait. Neither Mom, nor my aunts, were saying anything and they were normally so verbose."Sibeal.""Imogen.""Sibeal, you are looking surprisingly well for a dead woman," the other one said."Deidre, you are looking surprisingly alive for someone who deserves to be dead," Mom bantered back."How long have you known about this?" Imogen's eyes flickered my way."Not long, a while, more than a day, ah, take your pick," I mumbled. I decided to turn that frown aka 'my gut wrenching terror that my Mother was about to die' upside down aka ramped up my sexy, 'glad to see you in a totally incestuous way'."So, what brings you here today and why aren't you waiting upstairs with the rest of my band of cutthroats, malcontents and ne'er do-wells? Oh, and I'm happy to see both of you." Karma was about to bitch-slap the shit out of me and it was so well deserved."I'm pregnant," Imogen studied my reaction. Yeah, I had banged her after Deidre, but before Baibre because I am a fucking reprehensible human being and sometimes, I feel I am utterly irredeemable."Great news," I exhaled. I so wanted to ask 'so, who is the father?' except that was too cruel, even for an O'Shea.No one stopped me from stepping up and hugging her. Everyone in the lobby had heard her loud and clear. Anyone who knew me, or even about me, knew she wasn't passing on the information because Imogen liked sharing good news. I kept my hands on her hips while I leaned my torso back until we could make eye contact."Does Granddad know?" It occurred to me in that second that Pamela was going to kick herself for missing this and the opportunity to kick me as well."I told him over the phone. His reaction was neutral," she responded."Whoa, girl? Boy? How are you doing? When are we going to sit down and figure out a name? Is there anything I can do for you?""Come home with me," she suggested."No," Mom snapped. "Next time he steps into your custody, we all know you won't let him get away." She meant the plane trip to Ireland."No, Mom," I countered. "I'm a grown man now and I make my own decisions. That being said   no, I'm not going home with you.""Not only am I still in love with the concept of my personal freedom, I have important work to do. People are counting on me.""We are counting on you too," Deidre stated. "In fact, that is the other reason we came here. We need you.""Why do I feel that has to do with something besides sex?""Can we talk to you in private?" Imogen requested. There were a thousand and one reasons to say 'no'. Things like 'common sense', bad behavior   they had murdered my homicidal uncle   and the fact they were as morally twisted as their creator. Oh   and they were hot and I hadn't been laid in forever."Sure. Let's go upstairs. You can have your people sweep the room to ensure our privacy then the four of us can sit down and have a family chat," I offered."We don't want her in the room," Deidre indicated Mom."We are a package deal," I denied her. "Like her, or not, she is as much family to me as you both are."They consented far too fast. Either I was falling into their masterful trap, or something horrible had happened. Neither options was palatable to me. The bodyguards departed, Wiesława last of all."What's gone wrong?" Mom preempted me. Her sisters glared."Father's body is not his own," Imogen told us. I was trying to figure out the relevance of that when Mom gasped."Oh fuck," she said in a small voice. "No serum?" Oh yeah, the refinement of those addictive pheromones Grandpa Cáel had gifted me with. Whatever flesh-form he currently inhabited wasn't one containing his genetic make-up meaning,"Oh shit," I mumbled. "What can I do?""Yes," Deidre replied to Mom."Let them die," Mom insisted (to me). Less I forget, she was raised by Grandpa Cáel too. Her being a loving mother to me didn't translate over to her being a humanitarian of any kind."The Hell you say," I jumped up and stared down at Mom. "You hate them. I don't. Letting them die makes me worse than him." Grandpa."So you will help us?" Deidre moved to the edge of her seat."Okay. This is the point where I threaten you into making some concessions, we argue then you eventually cave in because no matter how terrible your futures look, you aren't willing to give up on living. None of that is going to happen. What do you need from me?""Come back with us to Ireland so we can finish our experiments," Imogen joined me in standing. Unwilling to give her sister any physical advantage, Mom stood as well."No. That isn't even a believable lie," I scolded her. "You don't need to blackmail me into helping you. I'll do it gladly. That doesn't mean I'll let you trick me into doing something stupid. I do 'stupid' all the time. I'm accustomed to it and I know it when its ugly head rises up before me. Try again.""We could pick a neutral location," Deidre suggested."How about Havenstone?" They didn't look like that plan was even worthy of their consideration. "Imogen, inside you is growing a possible heir to House Ishara. An attack on you would be an attack on Ishara. Barring you betraying the Amazons, you would be perfectly safe.""Wonderful," Mom's sarcasm dripped off every word. "I'm going to be a grandmother to my nephew while my son is bringing a child into the world that can double as his cousin.""That sound pretty horrible, Mom. It is the truth, but it still sounds pretty terrible."While those words tumbled out of my mouth, I did a little soul back-searching. How in the fuck was   outside of the actual fucking   was Imogen pregnant? My existence was a freaking fluke of nature. A few words were bandied about the room while I was lost in deductive reasoning and turning hunches into assumptions and turning those into reasonable mystic hypotheses.I created the Mojo-Little Engine that thought it could. Specifically, the legacy of Vranus. Legions of little Vranusian sperm had been jumping hurdle after hurdle to keep the faith alive   that Vranus would meet his Ancestors with his mission accomplished. I was already half way there.Still, the legacy of Vranus and the hopes of Dot Ishara hadn't stopped in their struggle just because I had been born. They were still trying to restore the mortal descendants of a Dead House. They were also still spiritually pushing me on to fulfill his last command   to save the Arinniti sons.I was halfway there by returning the offspring of Bolu, Vranus' fellow guardian, back to the fold. It remained for me to round up the purpose of the whole mission in the first place. My semen weren't taking a chance that I could get gakked before that was accomplished. Having knocked up an augur despite the toxic soup she called blood should have been a dire warning to me, I'm an idiot.When the curse of Sarrat Irkalli clashed with the actions of Dot Ishara, Ishara had won. Sarrat Irkalli sought to deny Alal any children of his own. Dot was insisting the male line of Vranus Ishara continue on. The end result was Alal received his long-denied grandson, who just happened to also want him dead because of a feud that stretched back over two millennia.As an added insult, his grandson then knocked up one of Alal's genetically manipulated daughters, again giving him something he couldn't accomplish on his own   heirs   grand-sons and  daughters, most who would also want to kill him, being Amazons and members of the 9 Clans after all. Why? Cause Goddesses are bitches, that's why.That got me to wondering when would be the next time I was going to meet Ishara. I hadn't suffered severe head trauma in while and she was overdue for some snuggle time, witty banter and a fortune cookie. I'd try to be careful. It wouldn't do any good, but I had to try."Why are you crying?" Mom touched my arm."No reason," I lied."Why don't we make plans for tonight?" Deidre insinuated herself next to me. "We'd like to meet Hana. From what I understand, Father likes her.""No can-do," I sniffled. "I've got an orgy with 159 women at 8 o'clock, except there won't be any sex, or fun of any kind. Basically, I have to convince a roomful of women to not beat me up and take my stuff.""You don't have to go," Imogen had finished boxing me in   I had a chair behind me and Momma-clones all around."For the same reason I'm going to take care of our child, Imogen, I have to go to this meeting. People are counting on me to do the right thing without telling me what the right thing to do is.""That's unfair," Deidre empathized by stroking my chest."Not so. This is just another day in the life of a new hire at Havenstone Commercial Investments. Every day is like this and in five more days, the real fun beings." That wasn't entirely accurate. I had one good, stress-free week. It was when Carrig put me in a coma. That week I had done pretty well for myself.{9:28 am, Wednesday, Sept. 3rd ~ 5 Days to go}I trundled my latest 'Assistant-in-Charge of keeping the hopes of future Isharans alive' (I didn't want to call Aunt Imogen, or any other woman, my 'Baby-Mamma'), along with Mom and Deidre, for a meet-and-greet with Buffy. I had spelled out in no uncertain terms that Buffy was the power behind the Ishara Throne and thus making 'her' believe they were playing on the up-and-up was their best hope for easing relations between the O'Shea and the Amazon Host.After they left me (with the assurance we'd be getting back together for lunch, with Hana), I made three calls. I needed to make a formal request to Katrina (any Illuminati member(s) entering any Amazon facility was her purview) and another to Elsa (as a sign of respect) that Aunt Imogen and two unarmed bodyguards, max, needed to see our medicos about a delicate issue.The third call was to Buffy to enlighten her as to both the arrival of another one of my aunts (so we needed to get along peacefully with her) and that Aunt Imogen was carrying yet another potential heir to House Ishara. I suggested it would be a symbolic gesture if a member of House Ishara could hang around for the visit, as it might impress upon Imogen our House had a vested interest in keeping her alive."Another one?" Buffy sizzled. "And this one is your aunt?""It is a date then," I stumped her."You are going to take your pregnant aunt out on a date?" Buffy's sizzle meter was rapidly climbing to Krakatoa proportions."Nope. I'm setting up a date for us. You, me and a quiet location at 12:01 am Tuesday morning, my First. Later in the morning, I'll be heading out to wherever they have stored Felix so we can work on some cooperative strategy.""And if I say 'no'?" She was terribly grumpy."Ugh, I guess I'll go bar-crawling with Odette and Timothy, Gay and Lesbian bars only. That way I know I'll behave.""And if they say 'no'?" she was slightly less hostile."I'll know you threatened their lives, and then you and I will finally find out who is better on the mats. Trust me, it will not be an experience you will enjoy.""I don't know. I think I'd like that.""No. You start threatening the other people I love and you will not be happy; I guarantee that, Buffy."She realized I was both serious and angry. She had stepped out of bounds, the 'bounds' I had set up two hours earlier during our elevator ride."Is the meeting still on for the night?" she evaded my disappointment."Yes. Will you be there?""Of course," she grumped."Buffy, don't bother showing up if you can't separate 'us' as friends, 'us' as Wakko Ishara and my First, and you as my apprentice."Making me miserable in the first relationship doesn't help the latter two one bit. I try not to be an irresponsible asshole as House Head. More than anyone else, you know what I will sacrifice to be Ishara and one with my Isharans. I'll also step out and be plain ole 'Cáel Nyilas' when events permit.""But I am sick and tired of people not taking my desire to be foolish and care-free seriously. Being a dogmatic ass-hat isn't in me, but if you can't work with that, from here on out we are Wakko Ishara and Buffy Ishara and nothing more. I will still trust you as an Isharan, but not as a friend. Your choice.""Don't be such an asshole!" she snapped."Screw you!" I fired back. "I made a fucking effort to plan out some personal time with you, disguised as a joke; you knew it and you still decided to be a ball-buster. Like I need another fucking ball-buster right now, with all the other shit on my plate. You know better!" I was screaming. The people in JIKIT were working overtime at not staring at me."I'm under a ton of stress here too," she snarled. "I have to deal with the Council, keep our House growing and fulfill my obligations with Executive Services.""Do you want to quit? No longer by my 'apprentice'? Go back to working for Katrina full time?""Really?" she whispered."Of course the fuck not!" I shouted. "I didn't pick you for the job because of your sterling personality, or your bedroom excellence. I picked you because I had, and still have, utter faith in your ability to do whatever is necessary to overcome the landfill-sized colossal ill-fortune the Ancestors have dumped in our lap.""I'm just asking you to stop being a whiny, over-sensitive cunt and remember: it was the psychotic bitch who I chose for the top spot," I rumbled."I'm going to kick your ass," she seethed."Nice to know. We on for Monday night?"Pause."Yes," and she hung up. Two seconds later my phone rang again. "Buffy?" I answered. "And don't be late!" she menaced, then hung up again."So," Addison turned my way, "are you praying for World Peace to break out, or Nuclear War?""Hardy-har-har," I griped."Now that your personal drama is temporarily derailed, we have something for you to look at," Mehmet motioned for my attention. "Ever heard of Kōfuku no Kagaku?" I shook my head. "It translates over as 'Happy Science' and it is a cult-like organization in Japan.""Cool beans. Why do I have a sinking impression it is not a front for the Ninja?""That is what we want you to find out," Addison took over. "Of critical importance is the news conference their leader, Ryuho Okawa, gave earlier this afternoon/morning (~ 3:17 pm Tokyo time = 2:17 am East Coast time ~), especially a very relevant part of his interesting public announcement."He claims to be the Earthly manifestation of the Supreme Being. That is old news. Today he claimed that Temujin of the Khanate was the reincarnation of the original Genghis Khan and, with him, Ryuho, as the unifier of theological forces and therefore serving as spiritual advisor to Temujin, they would usher in a new period of Peace throughout Asia.""I'm waiting for the other shoe to drop," I exhaled."He also claims that Japan is in the midst of an epic struggle, both spiritually and in the physical sense. The 'ancient guardians' of Japanese purity, the 6 Ninja Families, are at war with the depth of all Evil, the Chinese Seven Pillars of Heaven by name, who are determined to drag all of Asia away from the Light and into the Darkness of pain, degradation and slavery."In fact I quote: 'Alone among the nations of the Earth, only the Japanese cultural identity can stand firm against this global menace. Only the Japanese can keep the torch of true Enlightenment aloft. Only the Japanese can guide the development of the Khanate into the Supreme Empire it is meant to be'.""I'm going to go out on a limb here and say this guy is pseudo-religious, a Japanese ultra-nationalist as well as anti 'all things Sino'," came out of my mouth."Correct.""None of the Secret Societies would do something so public. Temujin's background is a mystery, but no one in the Khanate is calling him a reincarnated spirit, and they know the truth," I continued."This guy is pretty nutty," Mehmet confirmed. "He also claims to channel Buddha, Mohammed, Christ and Confucius. His followers worship him as the Earthly manifestation of the 'Supreme Being' named El Cantare, which is yet another name for any number of ancient supreme deities. And he claims to consult with the 'spirit guardians' of national leaders and aids in their mystic defense, with the aid of the Five Sacred Sisters' Spirits."Clearly this man was insane. Unfortunately, insane didn't make someone wrong,"Ah Hell," I muttered.Mehmet and Addison perked up; after all, figuring out the bizarre was my position on the team."He probably is insane, and I can't blame him," I sighed. "He isn't El Cantare; he is in touch with the Weave.""I have a feeling this is 'not good'," Addison murmured. "How bad is it?""The Five Sacred Spirit Sisters are most likely the five augurs who died in order to save Temujin, which, in turn, allies the 9 Clans with the E&S and Amazons to 'save' Japan, though it is not 'saved' yet.""Technically, the Weave IS the Supreme Being. It's largely indifferent, yet capable of doing both good and ill in response to outside (aka mortal) stimuli. If you can observe the Weave, you might be able to see the most likely path destiny is taking as well as the key players screwing with that destiny."That would include the Gong Tau sorcerers and the ninjas use of their own brand of magic; and God only knows what other mystic tricks the others have been attempting.""How do we get them to stop?" Captain Delilah Faircloth muttered."Not that easy Delilah. Everyone in this room has intersected because of a magic experiment that happened before any of us were born (Mom).""The fight at Summer Camp was flipped on its head because I saw the ghost the 7 Pillars sent to scout the area. My freeing of one of those trapped and tortured souls led to the calamity at the Barbeque Pit. I didn't use magic. I countered it. Still, my actions were interfering with the Weave."All four people the augurs, those Five Sisters, told me about had been dead at some point in time, some for thousands of years. Ajax didn't kill anyone using magic. Neither has Saku, yet both of them are products of disruptions in the Weave. 'Me' being alive and breathing is yet another disruption, since I shouldn't exist because of another mystic curse from five thousand years ago."Being alive and killing people means I've killed people who shouldn't be dead. Do we need to go into all the millions that have died in the Khanate war? Which was a combination of a resurrected Temujin and the 7 Pillars hunger for World Domination, if we do nothing, the rippled of those other disruption will still carry on."Except for me, no one on this taskforce has used an iota of magic, yet we are all dedicated to combatting mystical forces," I related to the group. I wondered where Rikki (Martin) and Beatrice (Ya Konan) had gotten off to. Lady Yum-Yum being absent only made my 'Scooby' senses tingle more."You use magic?" Agent-86 tilted his head in curiosity."I talk to a Goddess on a semi-regular business. I see ghosts. I've been the conveyer of messages from dead people and I've killed an un-killable man. Do we need to go back over my kidnapping by the 7 Pillars? The memories of my undead Grandfather floating around in my head?""I'm not calling thunderbolts out of the sky and shooting fireballs out my ass, but what I am doing is magical, nonetheless.""So, what do we recommend to our allies and benefactors (i.e., our sovereign governments)?" Mehmet inquired."Hmm, we tell our governments this crackpot is a Prophet of Doom who could be turned into an asset," I rubbed my brow with all four fingers and a thumb. Rikki, Beatrice and Lady Worthington-Burke quietly entered the room. They were all highly pleased in a 'I just won the lottery' kind of way. I was curious, but had to carry on with my train of thought."Quietly start seeking out other mystic societies, preferably low-key, quiet types who avoid the limelight, and start looking into other forms of magical insight and, quite frankly, protection. If the Weave has let this happen, we can expect worse. Lastly, I'll ask my 'Brother' to meet with this guy and get a feel for his personality.""That will only increase the believability of his ramblings," Addison protested."The boat called 'Denial' has already sailed. The World is in crisis. People are going to look for non-conventional answers. It is better to get ahead of this and bring Ryuho Okawa on board as a 'consultant'. Don't give him the whole picture by any means. The guy is definitely a loose cannon. Even worse, he is also a loose cannon the Weave has touched.""Besides, the Seven Pillars are going to figure this out pretty quick, their Weave sensitivity, ya know, and either kidnap him to be their own spiritual seismic sensor, or kill him for being both a loose cannon and yet another person screwing with their 'best laid plans'. Keeping him alive has the added benefit of making the Seven Pillars expend resources trying to get at him. Japan needs every bit diversion they can get."Let's not forget to tell our Secret Society allies of our plans, lest they kill him too. His babblings aren't going to make the 9 Clans or the E&S happy with him. They both have an established habit of making perceived enemies dead. Let's keep him alive and utilize this opportunity.""I like this plan," Addison nodded. Mehmet was clearly on board as well. Agent-86 clearly was playing the best on-line mystic MMORPG ever! (And with the added bonus that his team's action had real-world consequences.) The three 'ladies' new to the room received an abbreviated version of our discussion and my 'suggestions'. They weren't really suggestions. Barring a few insanely criminal endeavors, JIKIT treated me like a true asset."Something else big?" Addison looked to her British counterpart (Yum-Yum)."The Japanese Diet has voted for a public referendum on a Constitutional Amendment to repeal/revise Article 96 of the Japanese Constitution.""Oh fuck," was echoed, either verbally or subliminally, by everyone in the room except for me, Delilah and Agent-86.'Cáel' knew Jack and Shit about the Japanese Constitution. Hell, I barely knew about the US one and I was a native. However, Alal did know it, and knew both what Article 96 was and what its amendment really meant. Good-old 96 was the rolling dark cloud across the political Great Plains that heralded a swarm of tornados. Clouds were clouds and their arrival could mean anything.Article 96 dictated how the Japanese Constitution could be amended. The current process was a 2/3rd vote in both the House of Councilors (the 'Upper House', roughly equivalent to our Senate) and the House of Representatives (the 'Lower' House) followed by a public referendum. The proposed amendment to Article 96 would transform the process to a mere majority vote in both Houses.Imagine the shit-storm which would be unleashed if the US Congress tried to pull that shit. The biggest political issue was that the Japanese Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) held 294 of the 475 seats in the lower house (a clear majority) and 115 of the 242 in the Upper House (7 seats short of a majority). If the amendment passed next month (October 14th to be precise), the LDP could pretty much do as they pleased.And what was the first thing they were going to do? They were going to put to rest another part of the Constitution, namely the far more globally important Article 9. And what was that?Real World Stuff: WarningsArticle 9:(1)Aspiring sincerely to an international peace based on justice and order, the Japanese people forever renounce war as a sovereign right of the nation and the threat or use of force as means of settling international disputes.(2)To accomplish the aim of the preceding paragraph, land, sea, and air forces, as well as other war potential, will never be maintained. The right of belligerency of the state will not be recognized.If Article 9 was repealed, the Japanese nation could exercise diplomacy by military means, aka declaring an offensive war against a foreign power. Currently Japan had a modest budget military budget of $48 Billion a year (Earth's 10th largest). It was modest when you considered it was a mere 1% of the Japanese GDP. Great Britain, France and South Korea's smaller economies all functioned nicely with double that percentage for their military budget.Regionally, every other nation was increasing their military expenditures, except Japan's protector, the US and (perhaps) North Korea, who's spending on anything was a closely guarded state secret. Right now, China and the Khanate's military expenditures were running roughly even at $180 billion each, but this was an arm's race the PRC would eventually win, they had too great an advantage in the size of their workforce and a far larger industrial base.The truth was, if the PRC couldn't win this race fast, she was facing a long, grinding war reminiscent of the Communists' Long Rise to Power that wrecked their country a century ago. The monetary dynamic was shifting badly against them because the Khanate wasn't alone.India, Taiwan and Vietnam were also ramping up their war spending to a combined tune of $34 billion and now allied with the Khanate, equating to an additional $90 billion the PRC had to overcome. South Korea was already adding $8 billion to their military and Russia was taxing the fuck out of Manchuria to both pay for their 'Peaceful Intervention' and to increase the 'Readiness' of their other forces.All of this military spending was bad for both the regional and global economies (unless you were Israel who was turning out hardware 24/7/365 for the Khanate and Indian war machines). So at this point, Japan doing 'nothing' was possibly more disastrous than doing 'something' else.They were already spending $50 fucking billion on glorified policemen while the future of East Asia was being decided without them. Doubling the military budget would place a huge burden on the largely pacifistic population. It would also put Japan in the position of deciding the Fate of Nations.With the repeal of Article 9, Japan could utilize 'proactive means' to keep the naval supply routes to China open, not even the Indian's had the naval presence to confront the Japanese. Such a policy was a nice, friendly gesture to the Asian Colossus, who wasn't likely to show a shred of appreciation for their efforts.No, China had spent the last 60 years stoking the hatred of the Land of the Rising Sun among their people. (Many Japanese forgot current Chinese hatred was based on the Japanese butchering their way across China for nearly a decade between 1937 to 1945).(The Cornerstone) There was a truism which had guided American, Chinese, Japanese and Russian political thought for 150 years: 'There could only be one supreme power in East Asia and the Eastern Pacific'. Japan had followed the logical expression of that paradigm by invading Taiwan (1895), Korea (1910), beating up on Imperial Russia (1904), taking Manchuria (1931) and going to war with China (1937) while that country was trapped in a bloody civil war.To stop the Empire of Japan's rise, the US had attempted to cripple the Japanese economy before the Empire could harvest their just-acquired Asian natural resources. In response, Japan had thrown its soldiers and sailors into a futile effort against the British Empire, the United States and China and lost.With Imperial Japan crushed and the Soviet Union preoccupied in Europe, China had risen. The irresistible force of China's rapidly increasing population, natural resources exploitation and extensive land mass took hold. Japan couldn't compete in a 'fair' fight. Since 1945, the Japanese government had lived with the fear of aggression from Russia and/or China aimed their way.The US felt the same way, or they had. The fear produced by the broad acceptance of 'Only-One-Shall-Rule-Asia' had led to the Korean War, the half-century cease-fire along the Demilitarized Zone in Korea and the Vietnamese Civil War. The Communists in China and Russia had feuded until the Soviet Union collapsed under its own economic inadequacies.A reborn Russia, even with the ultra-nationalist Putin at the helm, couldn't stop China's growing domination. Asia was China's for the taking, until the Khanate rose up like some desert mirage in the Western Steppe, one that turned into the Mother of All Storms. So now, miraculously, the dominion of Asia was up for grabs once more.Japan could not overcome China; that was a given. The Dragon had more people, more resources and an almost three-fold larger economy. Given a decade, the PRC would grind the Khanate down. Once more it was the tyranny of numbers. Even India, Taiwan and Vietnam could only slow down the inevitable.India's subpar economic output marginalized the power of their citizenry. Taiwan had the proportional economy, but not nearly enough people. Vietnam had neither and had always had a rough time defending themselves, much less been successful confronting powers beyond her homeland. Putin's Mother Russia had a host of other problems, internal and external, so she had already contributed as much as Putin dared.Until Thursday morning, Tokyo Time, the undeniable Destiny of Asia remained in the hands of those men in Beijing. The dominoes were falling in a way those rulers had not foreseen and now fumed over. But on Wednesday night, there was no industrial power (with the population to back it up) which could threaten the People's Republic of China.Europe and the US wouldn't intervene. Much like the leadership in Japan, the Communist Chinese Politburo believed Putin had wagered as much as dared. No other nation on Earth mattered. Japan? That was laughable. Their Constitution bound the hands off their military behind their backs with a pledge of eternal pacifism.The Chinese weren't blind to the 250,000 men and women of the Japanese Self Defense Force. Without the political will, those troops might have well have been in Brazil. A hostile Brazil was actually a greater worry because Brazil was the powerhouse of South America, a G-8 economy and hungered for a Permanent Seat on the UN Security Council. The PRC was dedicated to denying their desire as it would have diluted the PRC's burgeoning diplomatic power.Japan? Ha.Thursday morning, in what was essentially an undetected (by anyone except the Ninja and JIKIT) coup d' tat, pacifism was sacrificed on the Altar of Nationalism. Article 96's demise was pre-ordained. A poll taken on July 1st, 42% of Japanese felt positively about the repeal of Article 96 while 46% opposed it.The same agency took a new poll on August 28th. The economic-political situation of Japan was going through a titanic tidal shift. If Buddhism moved you toward devout pacifist, the Khanate had liberated Tibet and was clearly withdrawing as the UN troops' boots hit the ground.If you were a Nationalist of any kind, you were seeing a whole lot more people at your rallies, accessing your websites and signing up to join your formerly fringe parties. If you were a Socialist, you were scared. Why? The PRC was in the process of nationalizing all of Japan's (and South Korea's and Taiwan's) business interests in China, for the 'Duration of the Emergency', or so they said.That meant plenty of Japanese workers were losing their jobs and looking to blame someone. You couldn't blame the centrist LDP. The LDP had been working alongside the Japanese Communist Party for months. They had done nothing wrong and had worked tirelessly for a peaceful diplomatic solution. It was their 'comrades' in China, their Marxist confederates, who were costing the hard-working Japanese workers their jobs.If you were in the Establishment, all of the above worried the crap out of you. Japan's economy had been limping along at barely-positive growth for a decade. Your aging population needed more and more from their public services and, worst of all, you had nothing in your political and economic tool box to escape the obvious oncoming national catastrophe.The possibility of a Global Recession loomed on the horizon, if they were lucky. Highly respected economists in Japan and elsewhere were examining all the key indicators over the past three months and were suggesting hording as a viable policy for middle class households to consider. If you were in the Developing World, worse was heading your way.The word being bandied about on those esteemed academic internet websites wasn't 'recession', it was depression. Global prosperity thrived on nations investing in both their own economy and the economies of other nations. The governments representing a third of the World's population were not investing in their economies.Unless you were a war profiteer, you could expect fewer consumer goods on the shelves; and what was there would cost more. Your income wasn't going up; your expenses were. If you were an Atheistic homeowner in the Western World with a secured 3.25% fixed rate home loan, you took up religion. The prime interest rate would be racing for the 20% mark and that was only if your economy was stable.If you lived in a country in the Developing World, your trade goods didn't compete with those created in the G-20. Your competition was with other Developing World businesses and the prize was the pocketbooks of those consumers in the G-20, which was a shrinking purse.It wasn't like you were being paid all that much to begin with; and now those once poor-paying, but at least plentiful, jobs were drying up. You needed your government to help you out. It wasn't like those governments could raise money by taxing the unemployed and under-employed. They didn't have money. And the rich in most of those same nations had a long and successful legacy of avoiding paying.Those growing economies had a few tried and tested 'solutions' for getting their countries through these rough stretches.The IMF? 'We are out to make 'positive' capital investments and your economic outlook doesn't look promising. We suggest 'austerity'.'The BRICS? Since India and China were basically in an undeclared state of war: 'we won't be loaning anyone anything for a while.'The BIS? 'As soon as the People' Bank of China, the Reserve Bank of India, the Central Bank of Ireland, the Bank of Israel and the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey get back to us about their sudden, serious lack of transparency, we'll call you back.'World Bank? Holy Shit! 'The world's going down the toilet, we will do what we can.'F Y I, I (as in Cáel) had been wrong. The 6 Elders of the Ninja families didn't talk to Japanese Prime Minister, Shinzō Awbee. They talked with another, far more immediately important man. So sue me (Cáel) for not knowing the inner workings of various world governments, and creatively interpreting events surrounding all those people I (Cáel) didn't. I'm a freaking Liberal Arts major with a fertile imagination, not a superspy, or even a competent Intelligence Analyst!}The Japanese government had appealed to the U.S., U.N., P.R.C., A.S.E.A.N., India; and (through back channels aka JIKIT) the Khanate for an end to this madness; all with typical results:The U.S.A: We are working on it (without letting them know what precisely they were working on)Japan: Well, do something fast. Our Government Bonds are about to be more useful as wallpaper.The U.N.: We are working on it (with their long-established tradition of not doing anything until the crisis had passed)Japan: You are preparing to pass a Resolution to move this matter from the First Committee to the Fourth Committee, gee, thanks guys. Will they be meeting sometime before Christmas?The PRC: We are too busy right now, so shut up, keep the trade lanes open, and was that your submarine we detected sneaking into our territorial waters?Japan: What? What do you mean you are 'too busy?' You are one of our biggest trading partners, your economy is going down the toilet, and, No! That was not our submarine in your territorial waters. That accusation is absurd.(Note from Japanese Prime Minister, Shinzō Awbee, to Admiral Katsutoshi Kawano, head of the JMSDF {the de facto Japanese Navy}), The PRC has made this outrageous claim that one of our submarines has been sneaking around their territorial waters. There is no truth to that rumor, right?Kawano: Which time?Prime Minister: Oh My God! What have you people been doing and why is this the first time I'm hearing about it?Kawano: Sir, if you are just now getting around to asking us, you don't want to know.Prime Minister: What do you mean 'I don't want to know?' I'm the head of the damn government and, you are right. Fine. There is no way I'm going back to the Chinese Ambassador and apologizing for any this. Is there any way this can come back to screw us over?Kawano: With all these US and British submarines helping us out, not very likely, Prime Minister.Prime Minister: Oh, very good. You are correct, I don't want to know what you 'haven't' been doing. I am ordering you to destroy all transcripts and recordings of this conversation.Kawano: It has been my distinct honor not having this conversation with you, Prime Minister. Sayōnara.ASEAN, What do you expect us to do about this? Have you seen the unimpressive combined sizes of our members' air forces and navies? Did you see the smack-down the Khanate has inflicted on the PLAN's South China Sea Fleet?Besides, the PRC is claiming that the Khanate launched covert attacks against the Parcels and Spratly islands which originated from Indonesian and Filipino waters. We are investigating the issue. If you are asking us for help, you are truly screwed. Don't call us. We will call you.Japan, {muttering} Investigating the attacks that came from your territory, bullshit! You are covering your own asses, damn it!(Note from Prime Minister, Shinzō Awbee, to Shotaro Yachi, Japanese National Security Advisor), I've heard an ugly rumor that the Khanate has forces secreted in the Philippines and Indonesia. Do you happen to know anything about it?Yachi: Yes Sir. We had advance notice of the organization, composition and destination of those forces.Awbee (while muttering 'no one tells me anything anymore'): What the! Would you please tell me what is going on.Yachi: We have made critical steps toward future alliances which will guarantee Japanese security for decades to come.Awbee What does that mean, and since when have you been creating and implementing foreign policy? We have a Minister for that, in case you somehow over-looked him at the last cabinet meeting. Wait! Does he know about this too?Yachi: No Sir, Foreign Minister Kishida is currently unaware of the Kinkyū tokushu sakusen tasukufōsu (Emergency Special Operations Task Force). Admiral Katsutoshi knows the basics of our operational policy, since we need to borrow some of his assets from time to time. Director-General Kitada (of the Public Security Intelligence Agency) and key personnel from the Foreign Ministry's Intelligence & Analysis Service and Security Bureau make up the majority of the task force's operatives.Awbee: What have you been doing?Yachi: You don't want to know, Mr. Prime Minister. It would make things, awkward.Awbee: 'You don't want to know', of course, I don't. I'm only the elected head of this government. Why would I possibly want to know what acts of espionage and war my deputies are executing?Yachi: I am glad we are on the same page, Sir. Will there be anything else?Awbee: No, wait. Do you have any intelligence on what the Khanate is up to?Yachi: Yes Sir. Is there anything in particular you want to know?Analysis Services: Can you contact someone in their leadership willing to discuss regional affairs?Yachi: I can put you in touch with the Great Khan himself if necessary.AS: What!Yachi: Sir, I would hardly be acting in our nation's best interests if I couldn't divine the intentions of the key players on the stage. Shall I initiate the necessary communications to facilitate that level of clandestine diplomatic contact?AS: No. Yes. No, I need to think about this. Hmm, have you been conducting any domestic espionage missions?Yachi: You don't want me to answer that, Sir.Awbee: of course I don't, I'm only the damn Prime Minister. Shotaro, I'm still Prime Minister, aren't I?Yachi: Yes Sir. We have been working overtime to ensure that. We've foiled two enemy assassination attempts and one attempted kidnapping so far. We remain vigilant.AS: How come this is the first I'm hearing about it? Is the head of my security in on this conspiracy of yours too?Yachi: No Sir. These particular guardians wish to avoid notoriety at all costs.Awbee: Okay. Good to know. Ah, keep up the good work and destroy any trace of this conversation.Yachi: Way ahead of you, Sir. Have a good night.India, Yes, we are more than willing to work with you toward regional stability. Care to acknowledge the Khanate's legitimacy first? We'd really appreciate it. Sure, get back to us when you've done that. Until then, the South China Sea Awaits! Yes, we plan to keep what we've earned. Later now. We think there is going to be further instability in Southeast Asia.Japan, Ya think? It is your damn warships sailing around the freaking South China Sea enforcing your utterly un-secret alliance with the Khanate. Why are you doing this to us? What have we ever done to you?The Khanate, We are not out to damage your national interests. We apologize, but there is now way we will call off this war with the Communist Chinese. It is them, or us, to the death. We have already received and agreed to your request to allow all Japanese flagged ships safe transit through the South China Sea. We really wish to be your friends this time, to make up for those two invasion attempts seven hundred years ago.(Note from  Prime Minister to Self) Great. The only reasonable people who aren't out to kick me in the nuts are also the ones I can't acknowledge talking to. I've got to do something a

Aspiring to lead in theater?   In this episode of Women of Color Rise, I speak with Khady Kamara Nunez, Executive Director of the Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC). Before this role, Khady served as Executive Director of Second Stage Theater, where she was part of the leadership team that won a Tony Award for Take Me Out.   Khady shares her inspiring journey from Senegal to the U.S., where a night at the theater changed her life's trajectory. Though her decision to pursue theater initially caused friction—her mother hung up when she called to share the news—Khady followed her passion and learned invaluable lessons along the way:   Embrace the Pivot: Pursuing your passion can be uncertain, but taking the leap allows you to live without regrets. If needed, you can always pivot later. Embrace Failure: Facing the unknown, like navigating and leading theater during COVID, showed Khady that mistakes are opportunities to learn and improve. Know Your Values: When Khady discovered a report showing a lack of people of color leading regional theaters, she was motivated by her belief in representation and set her sights on becoming a leader in the industry.   Thank you, Khady, for showing us the power of resilience and passion in leadership! Get full show notes and more information here:https://analizawolf.com/episode-98-truth-racial-healing-and-transformation-with-dr-gail-christopher

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Send us a textIn this episode of Small Business Big Dreams, we're stepping into the whimsical world of children's party planning with Tanya and Chuck, the passionate duo behind Kiddiewinks Events. Located in Barrington, Illinois, Kiddiewinks Events is a boutique, all-inclusive children's party venue that specializes in creating unforgettable, stress-free celebrations for kids ages 4–12. With themed parties that include everything from dress-up and makeup to pizza, cupcakes, and temporary tattoos, Kiddiewinks takes care of every single detail so that kids can play—and parents can actually relax and enjoy the day.In this fun, heartfelt, and insightful conversation, Tanya and Chuck share how they built Kiddiewinks Events from the ground up. They talk about the inspiration behind their one-of-a-kind party concept, how they curate each experience to keep kids engaged, entertained, and smiling, and how they've structured the business to make party planning effortless for families. Whether it's a princess makeover, a superhero bash, or a custom-themed celebration, Kiddiewinks offers a 2-hour, full-service experience filled with creativity, organization, and joy.We discuss how Kiddiewinks has become a go-to destination for birthday parties, special events, and milestone celebrations, thanks to their attention to detail, kid-approved activities, and parent-approved convenience. Tanya and Chuck also share their experience as entrepreneurs, the lessons they've learned along the way, and how they've stayed inspired and innovative in an industry that's all about bringing joy and magic to childhood.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ How Tanya and Chuck started Kiddiewinks Events and created a unique niche in children's parties ✅ The importance of structure, creativity, and customization in kids' event planning ✅ What's included in a Kiddiewinks party (spoiler: it's everything you need!) ✅ The logistics and behind-the-scenes work that go into running a boutique party venue ✅ Tips for creating a seamless, stress-free celebration for your child ✅ How Kiddiewinks Events has grown through word-of-mouth, community love, and exceptional serviceWhy Kiddiewinks Events Stands Out:Kiddiewinks Events isn't just another party venue—it's an immersive celebration experience. With thoughtfully designed packages that include themed décor, pizza, cupcakes, candles, drinks, activities, and more, every detail is handled so parents don't have to lift a finger. Their engaging staff, fun environment, and creative themes make Kiddiewinks the perfect place for children's birthday parties, and their loyal customers (many of whom return year after year) say it best: Kiddiewinks makes parties magical.Perfect For:

In today's episode, I'm sharing the insider info I've picked up from working with clients and how you can use it to scale faster and smarter this year. We're talking mindset shifts, perfecting your offer positioning, and cutting out all the nonsense that doesn't move the needle. Ready to stop wasting time and focus on what actually matters? Yeah, let's do that.In this episode, I cover:Why your mindset is your biggest roadblock—and how to flip the script from limiting beliefs to empowered actionHow to position your offer so it actually stands out in a sea of competitors and calls in the right clientsWhy building a product suite overnight is a one-way ticket to burnout—and what you should focus on insteadHow to stop thinking selling is “taking” and realize it's actually giving—and why this will change everythingWhy trying to do it all is a recipe for disaster, and how to focus on one goal at a time without losing your mind.Support the Podcast & Get Your Questions Answered: If this episode supports you, it would mean the world to me if you are able to take two minutes to rate it on Spotify and give it a follow/subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, so you get notified when weekly episodes drop! Have a question you'd like to get answered on the podcast or a topic you'd like me to speak on? Let me know here!Ways to Work with Nora:1:1 Coaching: Now Accepting applications for March 2025. Apply here.$EEN Mastermind: For established online coaches and service providers who desire to scale to six to multiple-six figures, become an influential leader, and stand out as an industry icon. Join us for March 2025!Big Vision Mastermind: For aspiring or early stage online coaches and service providerswho are ready to escape their 9-5 and turn their passion into their full-time paycheck. Next round begins March 2025!Elevate: The best (& maybe even the only) membership on the internet that truly blends the spiritual with the strategy. Get instant access to 1) fast , organic exposure through networking & community 2) proven business strategy training and 3) daily spiritual practices. Access $13k+ of bonus FREE content today for a 7 day free trial!Connect with Nora on IG @iamnoravirginia

Dive into the world of film scoring and production with Simon Franglen, acclaimed composer known for his work on Titanic and Avatar, in this milestone 100th episode!

Ignite your journey to financial freedom with this episode of the Burn Your Boats Wealth podcast! Hosts Clark Lunt and David Shaw welcome Mike Hambright, a seasoned real estate entrepreneur, to reveal the strategies behind his remarkable success. If you're looking for actionable real estate investing advice, this is a must-listen.Mike's story is more than just inspiration; it's a blueprint. He shares the raw, unfiltered truth about his transition from corporate life to real estate mogul, detailing the challenges and invaluable lessons learned along the way. Gain insights into:Real Estate Investing Strategies: Learn how to navigate the current market and build a profitable portfolio.Financial Education for Wealth Building: Discover the crucial role of financial literacy in achieving long-term success.Masterminds & Coaching: Explore the power of surrounding yourself with like-minded individuals and expert guidance.Entrepreneurial Mindset: Understand the algorithmic nature of wealth creation and the importance of setting clear goals.Legacy Building: Learn how to create lasting wealth and empower future generations with financial knowledge.Mike dismantles the complexities of real estate and wealth, offering practical advice for anyone seeking financial independence. This episode provides essential insights for:Aspiring real estate investorsEntrepreneurs seeking business growthIndividuals looking to achieve financial freedomThose interested in building a lasting legacyDon't miss this opportunity to learn from a real estate expert and transform your financial future. Tune in to the Burn Your Boats Wealth Podcast now and set sail towards your own success!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmikehambrightTakeawaysFinancial education is crucial for both adults and children to ensure future wealth.The journey of entrepreneurship is as important as the destination, focusing on personal growth.Networking and partnerships are key to scaling real estate investments effectively.The current real estate market presents both challenges and opportunities for investors.Documenting clear goals is vital for achieving success in any venture.Sound Bites"It's about getting rich for sure.""Wealth is algorithmic.""You have to keep your money busy."Chapters00:00 Exploring New Experiences02:15 Facing Fears and Embracing Change09:15 Raising Capital: The Early Days20:46 Building Brands in Real Estate24:29 Building a Community of Investors27:57 The Evolution of Coaching and Masterminds31:38 Traits of Successful Investors35:35 The Journey vs. The Destination40:01 Financial Education for the Next Generation46:17 Taking Action and Overcoming Analysis Paralysis54:39 The Importance of Community and Accountability01:00:35 Living a Life of Purpose and Impact01:04:53 Navigating the Real Estate Market01:05:16 Engaging with Our Community01:05:47 Introduction to Burn Your Boats Wealth Podcast01:06:15 Engagement and Community Buildingkeywordsreal estate, entrepreneurship, coaching, financial education, wealth building, investor mastermind, passive income, scaling investments, Mike Hambright, Burn Your Boats podcast #realestate #entrepreneurship #coaching #financialeducation #wealthbuilding #investor #mastermind #passiveincome #scalinginvestments #MikeHambright #BurnYourBoatsWealthPodcast #DavidShaw #ClarkLunt #InvestorFuel #InvestorMachine #investormindset #wealthcreation #financialfreedom #realestateportfolio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

(00:01) College Golfers' Dreams of Going Pro This chapter explores the vibrant world of college golf and the challenges faced by aspiring professional golfers. We share insights on the NCAA basketball tournament's excitement and touch on the rising visibility of college golf competitions. Our conversation includes reflections on working with college golfers, the rarity of those not aiming for a pro career, and the similar skill levels between Division I and Division II players. We discuss the journey of athletes like Brooke Watson, who transitioned from being a Division III champion to a successful golf coach. Importantly, we emphasize the critical factors needed to pursue a professional golfing career, such as talent, time, financial support, and a robust support system. Through hard conversations, we highlight the importance of not discouraging young golfers' dreams while addressing the realities of the professional golfing life, including the need for unwavering support from loved ones to prevent seeds of doubt from undermining their aspirations. (09:50) Pros and Cons of Turning Pro This chapter explores the contrasting paths of professional athletes and the unique challenges faced by aspiring golf professionals. We discuss how most professional athletes secure their careers by the time they graduate college, often landing lucrative contracts and endorsements. In contrast, golfers face a different reality, often struggling to secure opportunities and financial backing. We share an intriguing story of a golfer who patiently waited in a parking lot for a chance to compete, highlighting the unpredictability of the sport. Additionally, we explore the experiences of talented golfers who choose not to pursue a professional career due to a lack of desire to compete frequently, the demands of travel, or external pressure from family. This chapter offers insight into the personal and professional choices faced by athletes in the world of golf. (15:53) Practicing Under Pressure for Success This chapter explores the journey of aspiring professional athletes, emphasizing the internal drive and dedication needed to succeed. We discuss the importance of having both financial and emotional support to pursue one's dreams and the sacrifices involved. Highlighting the necessity of self-assessment and improvement, we talk about the significance of confidence in performance, and how removing stress from gameplay can enhance skills. We share practical exercises, such as playing "worst ball" golf, to help young athletes build resilience and concentration under pressure. Finally, we touch on how these strategies can prepare individuals for high-stakes situations, reminiscent of the intense moments we all imagined as children playing sports. (35:02) Intense Practice for Elite Performance This chapter explores the remarkable discipline and intensity that elite athletes bring to their training and performance. By highlighting examples from various sports, we examine how athletes like Howard Kendrick, Michael Phelps, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Dennis Rodman achieve excellence through rigorous practice and a powerful drive to succeed. Their ability to harness their physical strength and mental focus allows them to perform at exceptional levels, even in different sports like golf. We discuss how this same intensity and dedication can be applied to aspiring athletes, particularly in the context of high school students aiming to play college golf. By emphasizing the difference between practicing until one gets it right versus practicing until one cannot get it wrong, we underline the importance of relentless dedication to achieving greatness. (44:06) Committing to Golf Improvement This chapter focuses on the importance of setting realistic goals and the level of commitment required to improve your golf game. We explore how aspiring to play at a higher level involves understanding the dedication and effort needed to achieve those aspirations. It's emphasized that while you don't have to aim for professional greatness, improving your performance from last year is attainable with the right mindset and approach. Practical ideas and tips are shared to help enhance your skills and enjoyment of the game. As always, we're here to support your golfing journey and encourage you to play better each time you hit the course.

FP&A Explained: How Financial Planning & Analysis Drives Business StrategyFinancial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is more than just number crunching—it's a strategic function that helps businesses plan for the future, optimize decision-making, and drive growth. In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained, we take a deep dive into how FP&A teams forecast, analyze trends, and influence major business decisions.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The fundamentals of FP&A and how it differs from accountingHow FP&A helps companies launch new products, expand markets, and make strategic decisionsReal-world FP&A case studies, including Amazon's AWS launch and Tesla's adaptive planningThe key tools and software FP&A professionals use, from Excel to AI-powered forecasting toolsThe role of scenario planning, variance analysis, and driver-based modeling in FP&AHow FP&A teams collaborate with other departments to guide financial strategyThe impact of automation, AI, and real-time forecasting on the future of FP&AEssential skills for FP&A professionals and how to break into the fieldWho Should Listen?✔️ Finance professionals looking to transition into FP&A✔️ Business analysts and data professionals interested in finance roles✔️ Aspiring finance leaders who want to sharpen their strategic thinking skills✔️ Anyone curious about how companies use financial planning to stay ahead

Nelson G from “Average Home Theater Reviews” & I are joining forces to discuss our favorite episodes from each season & both movies. In our third episode, we'll discuss 6 episodes from Season 3.Ep1 "Loved to Death" from Tales from the Crypt #25. Directed by Tom Mankiewicz. Written by Joe Minion and John Mankiewicz. Originally aired on June 15, 1991.Aspiring screenwriter Edward Foster (Andrew McCarthy) has a crush on his neighbor, aspiring actress Miranda Singer (Mariel Hemingway). After failing to get Miranda to notice him, Edward finally gains her affection with a potion given to him by his woman-hating landlord (David Hemmings). Eventually, Edward begins to regret his choice after Miranda's newfound obsession with him becomes too much for him to handle. Also starring Kathleen Freeman as the next-door neighbor.Ep2 "Carrion Death" from Shock Suspense Stories #9. Written & directed by Steven E. de Souza. Originally aired on June 15, 1991.Earl Raymond Diggs (Kyle MacLachlan), a murderer who has recently escaped prison, is running for the Mexican border. He is pursued by a state trooper (George DelHoyo) who ends up slapping handcuffs on him. Diggs manages to kill the trooper, but the trooper manages to swallow the key before dying. With no other options to remove the cuffs, Diggs is forced to drag the trooper'sEp3 "The Trap" from Shock Suspense Stories #18. Directed by Michael J. Fox. Written by Scott Alexander. Originally aired on June 15, 1991.Lou Paloma (Bruce McGill), an obnoxious, egotistical, mean-spirited deadbeat who cannot hold down a job, is horribly in debt, and is both unfaithful and abusive (verbally and physically) to his wife, Irene (Teri Garr) ropes her and his brother, Billy (Bruno Kirby), into a plan to fake his own death, collect his life insurance money, and escape to a new life in Rio de Janeiro. Unfortunately, Lou is unaware that both his long-suffering wife and brother, who have developed an attraction to one another, are planning to double-cross him.Ep4 "Abra Cadaver" from Tales from the Crypt #37 (as "Dead Right!"). Directed by Stephen Hopkins. Written by Jim Birge. Originally aired on June 19, 1991.Years ago, Carl Fairbanks (Tony Goldwyn) and his brother Martin (Beau Bridges) were medical students. Carl played a prank on Martin which unexpectedly gave him a stroke and paralyzed one of his hands. In the present day, Carl becomes a successful surgeon whereas Martin's paralysis limits him to a medical research job. Martin gets his revenge by injecting Carl with an experimental serum that stops Carl's heart but keeps his brain alive, essentially trapping Carl in his own body. Note: Based on the story "Dead Right!" renamed for television.Ep7 "The Reluctant Vampire" from The Vault of Horror #20. Directed by Elliot Silverstein. Written by Terry Black. Originally aired on July 10, 1991.Ep13 "Spoiled" from The Haunt of Fear #26. Directed by Andy Wolk. Written by Connie Johnson & Doug Ronning. Originally aired on August 21, 1991.In a meta-layered spoof of daytime soap operas, Janet (Faye Grant), a housewife who is obsessed with the soap opera There's Always Tomorrow and watches the program religiously, is annoyed that her doctor husband, Leon (Alan Rachins), is more obsessed with experimenting on a rabbit than spending time with her. When her TV loses picture at a crucial moment in the show, Janet calls in a cable man named Abel (Anthony LaPaglia), to have cable installed. Inspired by There's Always Tomorrow's no-nonsense main character, Fuschia Monroe (Anita Morris), Janet begins a steamy affair with Abel while Leon is distracted with his work. When Leon catches the two of them in the act, he soon wonders if he could try his experiment on human subjects. Check out Nelson's YouTube Channel at https://youtu.be/gyd0D5sCPYU?si=_jRO4WpXDUC8i01DSupport this podcast at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fave-five-from-fans/support

Board Member, Former C-Level Executive, And Author Of Hers For The Taking Confidence, leadership, and bold decision-making—these are the keys to success, but many aspiring women leaders hesitate to take the next step. Tracey Newell knows this struggle firsthand and has dedicated her career to breaking barriers for women in business. In this conversation with J.R. Lowry, she shares her journey from sales to the boardroom, the power of sponsorship, and why women should give themselves permission to lead. They discuss insights from her new book, Hers for the Taking: Your Path to the C-Suite & Beyond, and the lessons she's learned about career growth, work-life balance, and making an impact. If you're ready to take charge of your career and reach new heights, this episode is for you.Check out the full series of Career Sessions, Career Lessons podcasts here or visit pathwise.io/podcast/. A full written transcript of this episode is also available at https://pathwise.io/podcasts/tracey-newell/.Become a PathWise member today! Join at https://pathwise.io/join-now/

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:Matt emphasizes the importance of Bayesian statistics in scenarios with limited data.Communicating insights to coaches is a crucial skill for data analysts.Building a data team requires understanding the needs of the coaching staff.Player recruitment is a significant focus in football analytics.The integration of data science in sports is still evolving.Effective data modeling must consider the practical application in games.Collaboration between data analysts and coaches enhances decision-making.Having a robust data infrastructure is essential for efficient analysis.The landscape of sports analytics is becoming increasingly competitive. Player recruitment involves analyzing various data models.Biases in traditional football statistics can skew player evaluations.Statistical techniques should leverage the structure of football data.Tracking data opens new avenues for understanding player movements.The role of data analysis in football will continue to grow.Aspiring analysts should focus on curiosity and practical experience.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Football Analytics and Matt's Journey04:54 The Role of Bayesian Methods in Football10:20 Challenges in Communicating Data Insights17:03 Building Relationships with Coaches22:09 The Structure of the Data Team at Como26:18 Focus on Player Recruitment and Transfer Strategies28:48 January Transfer Window Insights30:54 Biases in Football Data Analysis34:11 Comparative Analysis of Men's and Women's Football36:55 Statistical Techniques in Football Analysis42:48 The Impact of Tracking Data on Football Analysis45:49 The Future of Data-Driven Football Strategies47:27 Advice for Aspiring Football Analysts

Send us a textIn this episode of Small Business Big Dreams, we sit down with Andy from Perfect Brewing Supply, the go-to destination for homebrewing, winemaking, and fermentation enthusiasts. What started as a small warehouse operation has evolved into a full-fledged storefront in Libertyville, offering not just ingredients and equipment but also expert knowledge and hands-on support for anyone passionate about brewing.Andy shares the fascinating journey of Perfect Brewing Supply, from its early days of mail-order homebrew supplies to becoming a hub for fermentation creativity, helping customers brew their own beer, wine, cider, cheese, soda, and even coffee. Whether you're a beginner looking to brew your first batch or a seasoned brewer dreaming of opening your own brewery, this episode is packed with insights on equipment, techniques, and how Perfect Brewing Supply helps homebrewers succeed.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ How Perfect Brewing Supply Started – From a warehouse to a thriving storefront & community hub. ✅ The Evolution of Homebrewing – How brewing equipment and resources have changed over the years. ✅ Beyond Beer: Exploring Other Fermentation Crafts – Wine, cider, cheese, coffee, and more! ✅ The Future Brewer Pipeline – How former employees and customers have gone on to open their own breweries. ✅ Expert Tips for Homebrewers – Advice from Andy and his team, including insights from the Siebel Institute. ✅ The Power of Community in Brewing – How connecting with other homebrewers can help you perfect your craft.Why Perfect Brewing Supply Stands Out:At Perfect Brewing Supply, it's more than just selling ingredients and equipment – it's about building a community of passionate homebrewers. With rental equipment, a temperature-controlled fermentation space, and expert guidance from professionals, they make homebrewing more accessible and exciting than ever.Who Should Listen?

A self-described ‘non-binary cowboy', CJ Wiley is a Canadian artist effortlessly blending the sounds of lo-fi indie, country and Americana. They chat with Headliner about new album So Brand New, being a queer musician in the country genre, and heading to the UK for the first time to perform in London, the Great Escape Festival, and Focus Wales.

The Bouncing Souls are an iconic melodic punk band from New Jersey. They are a personal favorite of mine and have been for over 20 years. Pete is also the owner of what I consider to be one of the raddest guitars in music history. It is a 1979 White Les Paul Custom that has the most iconic legit playwear that I have ever seen! We talk about that and a lot of other stuff like: The early days of the Bouncing Souls Recording music is a collaborative process that requires understanding the dynamics of the band. Aspiring musicians should focus on DIY methods to build their careers before seeking label support. The music industry has changed drastically, making it easier for artists to promote themselves independently. Finding the right label is crucial; artists should seek those who genuinely support their vision. Touring experiences evolve with age, shifting from wild adventures to more family-oriented approaches. The importance of building relationships and trust in the music industry cannot be overstated. Simple gear setups can often yield the best results in live performances. Nostalgia plays a big role in music culture. Modern touring vs 90s touring "Rock dad" life Punk rock was a significant turning point for many musicians. Punkorama CDs were crucial for discovering new music. Epitaph Records played a vital role in the punk scene. Check out more info on The Bouncing Souls on their website HERE https://www.bouncingsouls.com/ Check out more about Pete on his website HERE https://petesteinkopf.com/ and give him a follow on Instagram HERE https://www.instagram.com/pete_steinkopf Support The Show And Connect! The Text Chat is back! Hit me up at (503) 751-8577 You can also help out with your gear buying habits by purchasing stuff from Tonemob.com/reverb Tonemob.com/sweetwater or grabbing your guitar/bass strings from Tonemob.com/stringjoy Release your music via DistroKid and save 30% by going to Tonemob.com/distrokid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GDP Script/ Top Stories for March 15th Publish Date: March 15th PRE-ROLL: From the BG AD Group Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Saturday, March 15th and Happy Birthday to Bobby Bonds ***03.15.25 - BIRTHDAY – BOBBY BONDS*** I’m Peyton Spurlock and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett KIA Mall of Georgia. Georgia Gwinnett College, Georgia Film Academy Hosting Event For Aspiring Film and TV Students Cumming man sentenced to life in prison for 2015 murder Gwinnett Burger Week Set To Celebrate 10th Year All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: 07.14.22 KIA MOG STORY 1: Georgia Gwinnett College, Georgia Film Academy Hosting Event For Aspiring Film and TV Students Georgia Gwinnett College and the Georgia Film Academy will host “Behind the Lens: Creative Minds and Successful Careers” on March 18, 6-8 p.m., at GGC. This free event explores careers in film, TV, live streaming, and new media, featuring panels with industry leaders from Disney, Assembly Studios, and GGC alumni. Attendees can participate in interactive demonstrations with professional equipment used on Georgia film sets. The event highlights GGC’s Cinema and Media Arts Production program and GFA’s role in training students for careers in Georgia’s booming film industry, with alumni contributing to major productions like *Stranger Things* and *Wakanda Forever*. STORY 2: Cumming man sentenced to life in prison for 2015 murder Jeffry Emerson Moulder, 30, was convicted of malice and felony murder for the 2015 killing of 21-year-old Samuel Waters, whose body was never found. Moulder strangled and dismembered Waters near Lake Lanier in a bid to save his marriage and avoid child support. He later confessed to multiple people, including his second wife, who reported him in 2021 after he strangled her during an altercation. Despite the lack of a body, evidence and testimony, including cadaver dog findings, led to Moulder’s conviction. He was sentenced to life in prison without parole, bringing closure to Waters’ family after 10 years. STORY 3: Gwinnett Burger Week Set To Celebrate 10th Year Gwinnett Burger Week returns March 17-23, celebrating its 10th anniversary with exclusive $10 chef-crafted burgers at 23 locally-owned restaurants. Highlights include unique creations like the "That’s My Jam" burger at Old Fountain Tavern and the "Birria Crunch Smash Burger" at Jose’s Birria & Burgers. Diners can use the Gwinnett Burger Week Digital Pass to check in at restaurants, earn points for prizes, and vote for their favorite burger. Those visiting 10+ spots will join the Burger Week Hall of Fame. Explore Gwinnett invites the community to enjoy this beloved culinary tradition. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We’ll be right back Break 2: STORY 4: Georgia Gwinnett College to host Preview Day March 22 Georgia Gwinnett College will host a Preview Day on March 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., offering prospective students and families a chance to explore campus life. Attendees can meet faculty, staff, and students, tour the campus and housing, and learn about academic programs, student life, and admissions. The event highlights GGC’s vibrant community, including clubs and services. Registration is available at www.ggc.edu/PreviewDays. STORY 5: St. Patrick's Day Events Slated For This Weekend St. Patrick’s Day 2025 falls on a Monday, but celebrations kick off early with events throughout the weekend. Highlights include Saturday festivities like Suwanee’s Shamrock 5K and Beer Fest, St. Paddy’s on Perry in Lawrenceville, and Buford’s St. Patrick’s Day Festival and Beer Crawl. Sunday wraps up with “Shake Your Shamrock” at the Mall of Georgia, featuring Irish dance and family activities. For details, visit www.exploregwinnett.org. Break 3: STORY 6: BEWARE: FBI Atlanta Reports High Number Of Complaints Regarding Peach Pass Smishing Scheme The FBI reports a surge in smishing scams targeting Peach Pass users, with 1,573 complaints in March alone, compared to 1,720 over the previous 14 months. These fake texts claim unpaid tolls, tricking victims into sharing sensitive information or money. Reported losses total $3,643.42, though actual victims may be higher. Residents are urged to report scams to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, verify accounts via Peach Pass’s official site, avoid clicking suspicious links, and secure personal and financial information if compromised. STORY 7: Senior Living Community Benton House Receives Awards Benton House Senior Living has earned multiple Customer Experience Awards from Pinnacle Quality Insight, recognizing excellence in areas like cleanliness, communication, dining, and overall satisfaction. This places them in the top 15% of care providers nationwide. Executive Director Christine Sokol credits the honor to feedback from residents and families, highlighting their commitment to quality care. With locations in Sugar Hill and Grayson, Benton House also holds Great Place to Work status, further solidifying its reputation as a top-tier senior living community. We’ll have closing comments after this Break 4: Ingles Markets 1 Signoff – Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.gwinnettdailypost.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. 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Send us a textIn this episode of Small Business Big Dreams, we sit down with Kris, the entrepreneur behind My Mighty Meals, a meal prep company that's revolutionizing the way people eat. Focused on healthy, convenient, and delicious meals, My Mighty Meals is changing the game for busy professionals, athletes, and families who want nutritious food without the hassle.Kris shares the inspiration behind My Mighty Meals, from identifying a gap in the market for fresh, pre-portioned, and balanced meals to turning a small kitchen operation into a thriving business. With a passion for health, fitness, and convenience, Kris walks us through the challenges of scaling a meal prep company, from sourcing high-quality ingredients to streamlining production and delivery.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ How My Mighty Meals Started – Kris's journey from meal prepping for friends to building a full-scale business. ✅ The Power of Healthy Eating – Why balanced meals matter and how My Mighty Meals makes nutrition accessible. ✅ Challenges of the Meal Prep Industry – Logistics, operations, and what it takes to keep food fresh and flavorful. ✅ The Importance of Branding & Customer Loyalty – How Kris built a strong community around My Mighty Meals. ✅ Scaling a Meal Prep Business – From a small kitchen to a full production model with hundreds of meals per week. ✅ The Future of Meal Prep – How My Mighty Meals plans to expand and evolve in the ever-growing health food industry.The My Mighty Meals Difference:Unlike generic meal delivery services, My Mighty Meals focuses on high-quality, fresh, and perfectly portioned meals designed to fuel busy lifestyles. By offering a rotating menu of nutrient-dense options, Kris has created a sustainable, customer-friendly solution that fits seamlessly into people's daily routines.Who Should Listen?

In this conversation, James Robinson shares his extensive journey in motorsport, detailing his transition from aspiring racing driver to team principal of Invicta Racing. He discusses the founding of his agency PaceSixFour, the challenges and opportunities in the racing industry, and his management philosophy centered on empowerment. Robinson also highlights the marketing potential of Formula 2 and the technical aspects of the F2 car, while balancing his personal life and career aspirations.Key Takeaways:James Robinson has been in motorsport since 2006.His passion lies in the business side of motorsport.PaceSixFour was formed by merging two agencies.Robinson remains involved with PaceSixFour while leading Invicta Racing.Invicta Racing aims to leverage the marketing potential of Formula 2.Empowerment and delegation are key to his management style.Formula 2 is the most followed single-seater series after F1.Robinson emphasizes the importance of providing a platform for drivers.The F2 car is designed to closely resemble F1 cars.Long-term goals include exploring opportunities in F1 and beyond.Chapters:00:00 James Robinson's Journey in Motorsport02:56 Founding PaceSixFour: The Story Behind the Name06:02 Transition to Invicta Racing: New Opportunities08:51 The Role of Team Principal: Skills and Expectations11:54 Empowerment and Management Style in Racing15:07 Marketing Potential of Formula 218:05 Balancing Family and Career in Motorsport21:07 Technical Insights: The F2 Car Explained23:49 Long-term Goals for Invicta Racing26:47 Looking Ahead: The Future of Formula 1 and BeyondA MotorMouth Media Production Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seth and Sean dive into some breaking news that the Texans have agreed to a 1-year deal with DT Sheldon Rankins and have some disclaimers for those players hoping to come to the Texans.

12 - Talk radio for college kids? Dom kicks off this Monday with autism causation research headlines, as the Wall Street Journal had an article blaming the rise in autism on schools that receive more money for having children with disabilities. 1205 - Are the vaccines to blame? 1210 - Your calls. 1215 - Side - movie/book/TV show where the city is almost a character 1220 - Can the government start getting things back to normal? It's been 5 years since COVID, but they still live in fantasyland. Your calls. 1235 - Dom moves to the Democrat reaction over the weekend to California Governor Gavin Newsom's comments on trans-athletes in sports. 1250 - Your calls to round out the hour. 1 - Two local Congressman made waves over the weekend. Brendan Boyle made an asinine government spending statement on CNN regarding Elon Musk and DOGE. Andy Kim appears conservative, and then you hear him speak radical rhetoric on CNN, like we play here. 110 - A Virginia High school track athlete is under fire for hitting another girl with a baton during the 4x200 meter relay in the indoor state finals. What should be done about this? 120 - Dom discusses the talk radio panel he was a part of this weekend in New York City. Who gave the best advice? What would Dan and Henry tell these college kids? 130 - Will Bill Maher accept an invitation from Kid Rock to have dinner with Trump? 135 - Will Trump overtake the city of Washington D.C.? Their mayor thinks he might. Will this lead to change in other metropolitan areas across the country? 140 - What does the economy need right now? Your calls. 150 - The CBP One app has been transformed by the Trump administration. Your calls. Breaking news out of Bucks County. 2 - Another Scott Presler Monday! Will Scott do a podcast? Why is he knocking on doors to start out the week? How is the fight against gerrymandering going in Wisconsin and our state Supreme Court system? What are the Pennsylvania registration numbers looking like this week? 215 - Economist and Author Stephen Moore joins the program. What's Trump's mindset going forward to bolster the economy after the stock market is not responding to his tariffs? Stephen Moore doesn't understand going after our allies in Canada and Mexico with these tariffs, and trashed the wishy-washy nature of implementing them. When will life look calmer for investors and every day Americans? What does Stephen think of the recent job report saying native American job growth is up? 220 - RFK Jr. is meeting with big food processors to seek out harmful food dyes and eliminate them. 225 - Dom's Money Melody! 235 - Dom hasn't heard of aioli? 240 - Nobody touches Rittenhouse Square! 250 - The Lightning Round!

In this episode, Case discusses how aspiring online entrepreneurs must consider three important factors, and three corresponding relentless actions to complete before starting an online business. In this Episode, learn:How to obtain the confidence you need to get started with your online businessHow to find the time to work on your business ideaWhere to obtain the money to invest in your business opportunityHistory has shown the most effective plan for your career, finances and lifestyle, in good times and bad, is entrepreneurship. And online entrepreneurship is the fast track for aspiring entrepreneurs.Read the full blog post here: https://www.readyentrepreneur.com/three-relentless-actions-aspiring-online-entrepreneurs-can-do-now/To find resources, strategies and ideas for aspiring entrepreneurs visit the Ready Entrepreneur website: https://www.readyentrepreneur.com/ To download a free guide for Preparing to Become an Online Entrepreneur, click here:  https://www.readyentrepreneur.com/start/You can get an exclusive discount on the ebook and audiobook version of Recast: The Aspiring Entrepreneur's Practical Guide to Getting Started with an Online Business click here: https://www.caselane.net/recastConnect with CaseFacebook: @readyentrepreneurHQ Instagram: @readyentrepreneur Twitter X: @caselaneworld Pinterest @caselane 

Join us for an insightful conversation with Stu McLaren, a seasoned expert in transforming businesses through recurring revenue memberships. Since 2008, Stu has been dedicated to helping entrepreneurs eliminate financial stress by establishing predictable income streams. Listen in as he shares invaluable insights from his new book, "Predictable Profits," highlighting the significance of recurring revenue for business stability. Stu recounts his journey from a thriving consulting business to realizing the limitations of trading time for money, leading him to develop Wishlist Member, a leading membership platform on WordPress. Through his experiences, Stu has gained unique insights into successful membership strategies, which he now passionately shares with others. This episode emphasizes the importance of mindset in embracing new business models and adapting to change. Additionally, we explore the entrepreneurial mindset needed to overcome challenges and seize opportunities. By reflecting on Nelson Mandela's philosophy, "I never lose. I either win or I learn," we discuss the importance of learning from every experience. Discover practical advice on building a business or membership, even without an existing audience, through real-life examples, including a successful luxury Airbnb venture. We also touch on the broader impact of financial stability, allowing entrepreneurs to focus on meaningful aspects of life, such as family and philanthropy. Through his nonprofit, Village Impact, he highlights how entrepreneurship can contribute to global good, showcasing the potential to create positive change by building schools in Kenya. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to embrace experimentation, develop clarity through action, and make a lasting impact through entrepreneurship.   Connect with Stu:Website: www.stu.me Instagram: @stumclaren Facebook: Stu McLaren YouTube: Stu McLaren     Let's keep the conversation going!Website: martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk Want to be my next guest on The Empowered Woman Podcast?Apply here: www.martaspirk.com/podcastguest  Watch my TEDx talk: http://bit.ly/martatedx     Ever thought about investing in the Stock Market but don't know where to start? Introducing Market Minds by Market Start — the all-new platform designed to make stock market investing simple, fast, and profitable! So why wait? Start your journey to financial success today! Visit themarketstart.com and take control of your future.  

Tough times for justice, equality, inclusion, and hope these days.With the "anti-woke" attack on DEI, I was wondering how my friend Keith Edwards was doing these days.His practice is one of "aspiring allyship" — how we can all come together to learn and grow, and work for our collective liberation from all forms of tyranny and discrimination.Are businesses, cowering before the Trump/Musk onslaught, running away from diversity, equity and inclusion as fast as they can?Turns out, no.Because these factors are critical to any business that wants to thrive in these turbulent times.As Keith points out, diversity isn't the opposite of meritocracy; it's the only way to get the right people into the right positions.And unlike the performative wokeness that spasmed through society in the wake of George Floyd's murder and the peak of the Black Lives Matter movement in summer 2020, companies that are bringing Keith in now are serious about making their organizations better. No more eye-rolling CEOs and checked-out senior managers.One of the ideas that Keith really hammers home is this: equity benefits everyone, not just marginalized groups. The things that really make our lives worthwhile — freedom, dignity, love, joy — aren't in short supply. In fact, the more of these that you have, the more that I can have as well.Leadership around these issues requires soul-searching, humility, a willingness to change and grow, and mindful presence.I shared my own struggles to become a useful ally with Keith, who shared some of his own "embarrassing moments," and pointed out that we're all "wildly unfinished," and as long as we're open, we can still act with integrity and power.Here are the takeaways that AI thought worth recording:Hope is a practice, not an emotion.Joy is a renewable resource that can be cultivated.Equity involves recognizing and removing unfair barriers.Allyship is about action, not identity.Being effective is more important than being right.Corporate language around DEI is shifting, but the work continues.The murder of George Floyd highlighted systemic issues in society.We are all works in progress and can change our perspectives.Helping marginalized groups ultimately benefits everyone.It's essential to recognize that joy and freedom are abundant resources. When we act for the collective, we are also benefiting ourselves.Mindfulness helps leaders stay grounded and centered.Slowing down can be a powerful leadership tool.Recognizing reactivity is the first step to choosing responses.Unlearning harmful beliefs is a gift to oneself.Aspiring allyship requires self-reflection and humility.Feedback should be seen as a gift for personal growth.Our liberation is interconnected with others' liberation.Performative actions can lead to genuine change over time.Creating accessible pathways for equity is essential.LinksKeithEdwards.comKeith's newsletterKeith's YouTube channelAspiring Allyship program"Riding Shotgun Down the Avalanche," by Shawn Colvin"The Big Payback" episode of Atlanta

Recently, I had the opportunity to chat with Travis Chappell on the Travis Makes Money Podcast! I haven't guested in other shows in a while, and when Travis reached out to chat about money in his new show, it was an absolute yes. These are questions I've answered in some of our behind the scenes and client meetings, but never this public. Travis allowed us to publish this uncut interview here on our feed, so extremely grateful to have that opportunity. Please go ahead and support his show as well. I'm a bit nervous, but also happy to share a true behind the scenes in how we got our start here in USA and as Entrepreneurs. We dove into the vital strategies we used to start our business and content creation processes. Some #GoldenBoulders you don't want to miss! - How I went from side hustles (yes, many) to a thriving 6-figure business in the first couple of years. - The CRUCIAL mindset shift that can change your financial future forever - What is the #1 skill you NEED to master and how to start TODAY if you want a solid start in your business. - The real talk on balancing entrepreneurship with family life (the real challenge… is balance real? haha!) Hope you enjoy it! Timestamped Overview: 00:00 "Money Solves Money Problems" Podcast 05:13 Mindset Key to Financial Growth 08:53 Learning Sales Under Pressure 10:59 Learn Sales Skills Without Debt 14:37 Business Model Crisis and Transformation 17:45 "Mindset Shift and Environment Change" 21:48 Product Launch Mindset Shift 25:13 Supportive Spouse in Entrepreneurship 28:45 Enrolling Partner in Your Vision 29:47 Long-Term Goals Over Immediate Gains 34:51 Aspiring for Financial Freedom 36:29 "Money Eases Problem Solving” Connect with Fonzi: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Connect with LUISDA: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter Subscribe to the podcast on Youtube, Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher, or anywhere you listen to your podcasts. You can find this episode plus all previous episodes here. If this episode was helpful, please don't forget to leave us a review by clicking here, and share it with a friend.

Dave Hagen is a Grammy-winning engineer and producer who started as a small-town kid in Missouri and worked his way up to become the head producer at the renowned Dark Horse Institute in Nashville. With years of experience in both engineering and music education, he has helped shape the careers of countless artists and producers. As a mentor at Dark Horse Institute, Dave is passionate about hands-on learning, industry connections, and the perseverance needed to make it in the competitive world of music.What does it really take to succeed in the music industry? In this episode, Dave shares his journey, the lessons he's learned, and the mindset shifts that separate amateurs from pros.Key Takeaways:The crucial role of internships in gaining real-world experience in music production.How to develop a growth mindset, embrace feedback, and turn failure into success.Why networking and relationship-building are the keys to breaking into the music industry.-----Learn more about Dave Hagen and Dark Horse Institute: https://darkhorseinstitute.com/Book an Artist Breakthrough Session with the Modern Musician team: https://apply.modernmusician.me/podcast

Public speaking isn't just about being on stage—it's about building authority, growing your business, and making a lasting impact. In this episode, I sit down with Aurora Gregory, a public speaking expert, to dive deep into the power of speaking and how it can transform both your career and confidence. Aurora shares her journey, from delivering her first speech at just 14 years old to becoming a sought-after speaker and coach. We break down the key elements of a compelling speech, who should consider public speaking, and how to craft a message that resonates with your audience. If you've ever felt nervous about speaking in front of an audience, this conversation is packed with practical strategies to overcome fear, connect with your audience, and land speaking opportunities that can elevate your brand and business. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✔️ Why public speaking is one of the most powerful tools for business growth and personal brand building ✔️ The biggest myths about becoming a successful speaker—and how to move past them ✔️ How to craft a compelling speech that leaves a lasting impact ✔️ The importance of knowing your audience and tailoring your message for maximum engagement ✔️ How to manage nerves and stage fright with proven techniques ✔️ Why having a few signature talks can open doors to new opportunities ✔️ Where to find speaking engagements and how to position yourself as an expert Who Should Listen? Entrepreneurs looking to grow their business through public speaking Aspiring speakers who want to get started but don't know where to begin Professionals wanting to improve communication and leadership skills Anyone who struggles with fear of public speaking and wants actionable tips to overcome it Key Takeaways: Speaking is a Business Growth Tool – Public speaking can help position you as an authority, attract new clients, and increase visibility. Confidence Comes with Practice – The best speakers weren't born that way. They mastered their craft through experience and preparation. Clarity is Key – A great speech is not about impressing people with big words, but about delivering a message that's clear, concise, and impactful. Your Audience Matters – Knowing who you're speaking to allows you to connect and leave a lasting impression. Opportunities are Everywhere – From podcasts to conferences, networking events to virtual summits, there are countless places to share your message. If you're ready to level up your speaking skills, grow your business, and make a real impact, this episode is a must-listen.

February 23rd: Adea Shabani Disappears(2018) When on the brink of capture, the guilty will act in ways no one can really predict. On February 23rd 2018 a young woman disappeared and as police began circling the man they thought was responsible, he made a decision that only further complicated the case. https://abcnews.go.com/US/inside-live-die-la-investigation-adea-shabanis-disappearance/story?id=62946787, https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/id-shows/death-by-fame/the-disappearance-and-murder-of-aspiring-actress-adea-shabani, https://www.sportskeeda.com/pop-culture/5-details-adea-shabani-s-murder, https://newsweek.com/adea-shabani-chris-spotz-live-die-la-1352562, https://www.the-sun.com/news/7380504/who-adea-shabani-what-happened/, https://www.denverpost.com/2018/03/29/adea-shabani-murder-suspect-colorado/, https://www.sportskeeda.com/pop-culture/what-happened-chris-spotz-details-explored-ahead-death-fame-id, https://www.newsweek.com/chris-spotz-adea-shabani-murder-1358577 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diana Doyle had not heard from her step-brother in weeks. As time ticked by, she began to worry that something was wrong with 63-year-old Ian Halls…*** LISTENER CAUTION IS ADVISED *** This episode was researched and written by Eileen Macfarlane.Edited by Joel Porter at Dot Dot Dot Productions.Script editing, additional writing, illustrations and production direction by Rosanna FittonNarration, additional audio editing, script editing, and production direction by Benjamin Fitton.To get early ad-free access, including Season 1, sign up for They Walk Among PLUS, available from Patreon or Apple Podcasts.More information and episode references can be found on our website https://theywalkamonguspodcast.comMUSIC: Pursuit Of Wonder by Caleb Etheridge Bamburgh by StephenKeech Rampant by CJ0 Depth Of Loss by Cody Martin Far From Home by Cody Martin Final Moments by Cody Martin Forbidden Wing by Cody Martin Ripley by Falls Race Against Time by Moments Unexpected Turn by Moments SOCIAL MEDIA: https://linktr.ee/TheyWalkAmongUsSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/theywalkamongus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.