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Relational Healing, Neuroplasticity, and the Power of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: An Interview with Dr. Alexa Altman, Ph.D. and Shira Myrow, LMFT In this episode, Curt and Katie chat with Dr. Alexa Altman and Shira Myrow, LMFT, about psychedelic-assisted therapy and how it supports trauma healing, neuroplasticity, and relational transformation. They explore how these treatments work, what integration really means, and how therapists can ethically and safely engage with this emerging field. About our guests:Dr. Alexa Altman and Shira Myrow, MFT, are co-founders of iPsychedelic Therapy. With backgrounds in trauma-informed psychology, spiritual counseling, and relational healing, they offer a holistic approach to psychedelic-assisted therapy that centers ethical care, integration, and transformational growth. Key takeaways: Psychedelics are not shortcuts—they act as amplifiers and accelerants in trauma work. Integration is a crucial part of psychedelic-assisted therapy and often overlooked. Clinicians must examine their own biases and seek robust training. Some clients are not appropriate for these treatments due to fragility or lack of therapeutic background. A safe therapeutic container, rigorous consent, and preparation are essential. Regulatory frameworks are still emerging and need clinician involvement. More info, transcripts, and full show notes: mtsgpodcast.com Join the Modern Therapist Community: Linktree Creative Credits: Voice Over by DW McCann Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano
Resources: Rutherford Chapters (10th ed.): 174, 175, 177, 178 Prior Holding Pressure episode on AV access creation: https://www.audiblebleeding.com/vsite-hd-access/ The Society for Vascular Surgery: Clinical practice guidelines for the surgical placement and maintenance of arteriovenous hemodialysis access: https://www.jvascsurg.org/article/S0741-5214%2808%2901399-2/fulltext KDOQI Clinical Practice Guideline for Vascular Access: 2019 Update: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32778223/ Venous Hypertension Definition A functioning AV circuit delivers high volume arterial flow towards a stenotic venous segment, causing buildup in pressure and venous hypertension. If there are few or no branching veins between the access and stenosis, thrombosis could occur Etiology The most common etiology is venous stenosis caused by a history of vessel wall trauma by centrally-inserted venous devices such as tunneled and non-tunneled dialysis catheters, central lines, pacemakers, or defibrillator. In a study performed at a large academic medical center1, new hemodynamically significant central venous stenosis was associated with the duration of catheter dependence (26% in patients with CVCs for more than 6 months, versus 11% in patients with CVCs for less than 6 months). PICC lines can directly damage cephalic and basilic veins Venous stenosis can often go undetected until AV access creation occurs Patient Presentation Symptoms of venous insufficiency will be present– most commonly regional edema, in the area of venous stenosis. If there are patent venous branches between the AV anastomosis and the stenotic area, swelling can occur throughout the arm. Pigmentation, induration, dermatosclerosis, and ulceration may also be observed. An extensive collateral network of veins may be visible throughout anterior chest, shoulder, or flank SVC obstruction can result in swelling of the head, neck and shoulders, as well as a feeling of head and neck fullness, airway compromise, and visual problems Normal palpable thrill can be replaced by a strong pulse Dialysis can be complicated by difficulty with needle access, recirculation syndrome, and arm swelling after dialysis sessions. Workup Central vein thrombosis can be hard to detect on ultrasound because clavicle and sternum can block transmission Venography is essential to determine the presence and severity of venous stenosis or occlusion. Prevention The ideal scenario is to avoid central dialysis catheters completely, and this involves evaluating CKD patients and placing AVF or AVG before the need for dialysis arises. If a patient presents placement of an AVF/AVG, it is important to perform venography if a patient has a history of a central venous catheter or clinical signs of venous hypertension. A history of SVC obstruction from any cause can preclude permanent AV access creation in both upper extremities Treatment Endovascular approaches to venous outflow stenosis can be first-line treatment options, due to their minimal risk. They can also be performed at the same time as a diagnostic venogram. Angioplasty alone or with stenting are the endovascular options. In a study by Bakken et al2 that compared primary high-pressure balloon angioplasty versus stenting, primary patency was equivalent between groups, with 30-day rates of 76% for both groups and 12-month rates of 29% for angioplasty and 21% for stenting. Assisted primary patency was also equivalent with a 30-day patency rate of 81% and 12-month rate of 73% for the angioplasty group, 84% at 30 days, and 46% at 12 months for the stenting group. This study, along with others, shows that the major downside of endovascular interventions, whether angioplasty or stenting, often require repeat intervention and have poor long-term patency. For subclavian vein stenosis, angioplasty alone is appropriate due to its anatomical location that can put a stent at risk for extrinsic compression from the first rib and clavicle. Surgical bypass can be performed Possible bypasses include axillary-axillary, axillary-jugular, axillary-right atrial, and axillary-femoral. In these bypasses, the preferred conduits are autogenous saphenous or femoral veins. In cases where the proximal subclavian vein is obstructed, a jugular vein turndown can be performed. In this procedure the distal jugular vein is transected, sewed end-to-side at the distal subclavian vein, effectively acting as a bypass route for that obstructed segment. The Hemoaccess Reliable Outflow (HeRO) Vascular Access Device can be used as a hybrid approach, combining endovascular and open surgical techniques to bypass a central venous occlusion and provide a reliable outflow for dialysis. This device has a PTFE inflow limb that is sewn end-to-side onto the brachial artery. This limb is tunneled subcutaneously and connected to a silicone-coated nitinol outflow catheter that is inserted into a central vein and tracked directly into the right atrium. This effectively bypasses central venous stenoses. In the largest study to date on HeRO access grafts placed in 167 patients,3 HeRO primary and secondary patency was 48.8% and 90.8%, respectively, at 12 months. Interventions to maintain or re-establish patency were required in 71.3% of patients resulting in an intervention rate of 1.5/year. Access-related infections were reported in 4.3% patients. The authors concluded that HeRO device had performed comparably to standard AVGs and had proven superior to tunneled dialysis catheters in terms of patency, intervention, and infection rates. If no treatment options for venous hypertension or outflow obstruction are available, an alternate AV access site can be created, either in the contralateral arm if the SVC is uninvolved, or through placement of femoral AV access or a peritoneal dialysis catheter. Bleeding Access Site Etiology and Risk Factors Bleeding can be caused by high venous pressure after dialysis, pseudoaneurysm rupture, or trauma. Patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD) have a baseline elevated risk of bleeding due to uremia-induced platelet dysfunction and use of systemic anticoagulation within the hemodialysis circuit. Additional risk factors include dialysis through an AV graft, hypertension, longer duration of access use, and compromised integrity of the vascular access due to complications (clotting, infection) or invasive procedures. Dual antiplatelet therapy is also associated with overall bleeding events in ESRD patients. Dialysis patients could be on antiplatelet therapy for management of comorbid cardiovascular risk and/or patency of AV graft Patients with bleeding fistulas often present from their dialysis unit when standard digital pressure at the cannulation site fails to stop the bleeding. This is a very serious condition since most mature fistulas have high blood flow and the patients are at risk for hemorrhagic shock and death. Initial Management The first step of management is to obtain hemostasis. Elevate the limb above the level of the heart and apply firm and directed pressure at the site of bleeding using gauze for at least 30-40 minutes Milosevic et al4 reviewed non-operative management of bleeding fistulas and grafts and found that compared to standard dressings, the use of specialized hemostatic dressings decreased bleeding time at arterial and venous cannulation sites. These hemostatic materials included the IRIS compression bandage and cellulose-based, chitosan-based, poly-N-acetyl glucosamine-based, and thrombin-soaked dressings. There has been a “bottlecap method” described where the hollow side of a bottlecap is pressed on top of the puncture site. Maintaining pressure on the cap will cause the cap to fill with blood and clot, which tamponades the bleeding. The provider can also place a shallow figure-of-8 or purse string stitch just below the skin surface to aid in hemostasis. It is important to avoid placing the suture too deep as this can cause inadvertent fistula ligation. During this process, an assistant applies pressure just proximal and distal to the bleeding site to stop blood flow so the sutures can be placed. If these methods fail to achieve hemostasis, apply a tourniquet proximal to the fistula and tighten it until bleeding stops and the radial pulse is lost. This signifies complete occlusion of arterial inflow to the fistula. Tourniquet use should be limited to 3 hours or less, since limb ischemia beyond this timepoint is associated with permanent neuromuscular damage. Regardless of the method used for initial hemostasis, the patient is at risk for repeat hemorrhage, hematoma formation, vessel stenosis, and thrombosis. They should be evaluated by a vascular surgeon as soon as possible. Definitive Management Definitive management depends on etiology of each case, and there are a variety of interventions that can be pursued (i.e. aneurysmorrhaphy for aneurysmal bleeding) If skin erosion over the conduit is present, it should be assumed that the AV access is infected and emergency intervention should be pursued. A jump graft can be placed through with healthy tissue. A covered stent could be introduced through a separate percutaneous puncture site Finally, coagulopathy can be addressed by administering cryoprecipitate, DDAVP, erythropoietin, estrogen, tranexamic acid. Aneurysms and Pseudoaneurysms Definition and Etiology Aneurysms involve all three layers of the vessel wall and they develop due to hemodynamic changes causing remodeling of the vein wall in an AV fistula. This is necessary for vein maturation, but becomes problematic if the post-anastomotic vein continues to dilate and becomes aneurysmal. Aneurysms can also occur at anastomosis sites due to technical aspects of the surgery. Pseudoaneurysms only involve some layers of the vessel wall caused by repeated puncture for hemodialysis. Both aneurysms and pseudoaneurysms can enlarge due to venous outflow stenosis causing increased intraluminal pressures. Both true aneurysms and pseudoaneurysms can lead to overlying skin erosion and subsequent hemorrhage, pain, AV access dysfunction, and cannulation difficulties. Dialysis cannulation should be avoided at the aneurysmal sites to prevent bleeding complications. Diagnosis They can be diagnosed on ultrasound, which also provide information on flow rates, presence inflow/outflow/stenoses, and vessel diameters. Indications for Treatment Treatment is indicated for aneurysms that are rapidly expanding or ulcerating through the skin surface. These are at high risk for rupture and hemorrhage, which is life-threatening. Treatment is also indicated when the aneurysm occurs at the anastomotic site of the AV fistula, the patient has a cosmetic concern, cannulation becomes difficult, there is concern for infection, or the patient has high-output heart failure that could be exacerbated by high flow through the fistula. Treatment is not indicated in asymptomatic aneurysms, regardless of their size. True aneurysms and pseudoaneurysms are not prone to spontaneous rupture. Treatment Options Aneurysmorrhaphy is the most common treatment. It involves the resection of the aneurysmal vein wall to restore a normal diameter and removal of excess skin. Anastomosis is performed along the lateral wall to prevent issues with cannulation along the suture line. Aneurysm resection with interposition grafting is also possible. If multiple aneurysmal segments require treatment, staging their repairs can allow for continuation of dialysis without needing to place a temporary dialysis catheter. AV access ligation is an appropriate alternative to AV access salvage in certain situations but usually requires excision of the aneurysm/pseudoaneurysm due to the potential to develop thrombophlebitis and the cosmetic appearance of the thrombosed segment. If there is concern for an infected pseudoaneurysm or aneurysm, surgery should include removal of all infected material. References 1. Al-Balas A, Almehmi A, Varma R, Al-Balas H, Allon M. De Novo Central Vein Stenosis in Hemodialysis Patients Following Initial Tunneled Central Vein Catheter Placement. Kidney360. 2022;3(1):99-102. doi:10.34067/KID.0005202021 2. Bakken AM, Protack CD, Saad WE, Lee DE, Waldman DL, Davies MG. Long-term outcomes of primary angioplasty and primary stenting of central venous stenosis in hemodialysis patients. J Vasc Surg. 2007;45(4):776-783. doi:10.1016/j.jvs.2006.12.046 3. Gage SM, Katzman HE, Ross JR, et al. Multi-center Experience of 164 Consecutive Hemodialysis Reliable Outflow [HeRO] Graft Implants for Hemodialysis Treatment. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg. 2012;44(1):93-99. doi:10.1016/j.ejvs.2012.04.011 4. Milosevic E, Forster A, Moist L, Rehman F, Thomson B. Non-surgical interventions to control bleeding from arteriovenous fistulas and grafts inside and outside the hemodialysis unit: a scoping review. Clin Kidney J. 2024;17(5):sfae089. doi:10.1093/ckj/sfae089
Abby and Patrick are joined by Dr. Josh West to talk about some remarkable developments in psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy in Australia. Josh explains to Abby and Patrick how the clinical trials he describes are better understood as an experiment in sustained psychotherapy rather than just testing a new drug, and how that experiment has profound psychoanalytic and psychodynamic salience. From the process of patient preparation to the details of “dose day” to the work of subsequent sessions of “integration,” Josh walks Abby and Patrick through how he and other clinicians do their work, and how they tackle the unique demands of maintaining a holding environment, navigating transference, precipitating psychic change, and providing help to patients who are working through end of life crises, longstanding pathologies, and other kinds of profound distress. Along the way, he provides vital context about the history of lab-based psychedelic research and the (mis)appropriation of indigenous traditions while assessing the practical, ethical, and legal challenges that arise when psychedelics become objects of psychopharmacological study, routinized treatment, and corporate investment. Josh's suggestions for further reading include: Michael Pollan, How to Change Your Mind Marc B. Aixalà, Psychedelic Integration Merlin Sheldrake, Entangled Life Roberto Lovato, The Gentrification of Consciousness Other sources cited include:Robert Gordon Wasson, “Seeking the Magic Mushroom,” Life Andrei Znamenski, The Beauty of the Primitive: Shamanism and the Western ImaginationHave you noticed that Freud is back? Got questions about psychoanalysis? Or maybe you've traversed the fantasy and lived to tell the tale? Leave us a voicemail! (646) 450-0847A podcast about psychoanalysis, politics, pop culture, and the ways we suffer now. New episodes on Saturdays. Follow us on social media:Linktree: https://linktr.ee/OrdinaryUnhappinessTwitter: @UnhappinessPodInstagram: @OrdinaryUnhappinessPatreon: patreon.com/OrdinaryUnhappinessTheme song:Formal Chicken - Gnossienne No. 1https://open.spotify.com/album/2MIIYnbyLqriV3vrpUTxxOProvided by Fruits Music
Episode 137: In this episode of Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast Justin Gardner and Joseph Thacker reunite to talk about AI Hacking Assistants, CSPT and cache deception, and a bunch of tools like ch.at, Slice, Ebka, and more.Follow us on twitter at: https://x.com/ctbbpodcastGot any ideas and suggestions? Feel free to send us any feedback here: info@criticalthinkingpodcast.ioShoutout to YTCracker for the awesome intro music!====== Links ======Follow your hosts Rhynorater and Rez0 on Twitter:https://x.com/Rhynoraterhttps://x.com/rez0__====== Ways to Support CTBBPodcast ======Hop on the CTBB Discord at https://ctbb.show/discord!We also do Discord subs at $25, $10, and $5 - premium subscribers get access to private masterclasses, exploits, tools, scripts, un-redacted bug reports, etc.You can also find some hacker swag at https://ctbb.show/merch!Today's Sponsor - ThreatLocker. Checkout ThreatLocker DAC!https://www.criticalthinkingpodcast.io/tl-dac====== This Week in Bug Bounty ======Vulnerability vectors: SQL injection for Bug Bounty huntersMozilla VPN Clients: RCE via file write and path traversal====== Resources ======Cache Deception + CSPT:dig @ch.atSearchlight Cyber ToolsSliceEbka-Caido-AIpostMessage targetOrigin bypass====== Timestamps ======(00:00:00) Introduction(00:01:26) Claude, Gemini, and Hacking Assistants(00:11:08) AI Safety(00:18:09) CSPT(00:23:26) ch.at, Slice, Ebka, & Searchlight Cyber Tools(00:45:19) postMessage targetOrigin bypass
AI in software development sounds like a dream, faster coding, cleaner refactoring, and technical reports that actually make sense to stakeholders. But, what's the bad news in the classic good news/bad news scenario? Poisoned training data, compliance risks, and systems that are brittle and will not scale. This week on Feds At The Edge, Alex Gromadzki, Assistant Director of Data Science at US GAO, and Steven Toy, Senior Director, Cloud Infrastructure for ICF, unpack the opportunities and pitfalls of generative AI in federal software development. From source-citing AI to data security in the software lifecycle, they reveal why small, testable use cases may be the smartest way forward. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform to hear how federal leaders can balance innovation with responsibility as AI reshapes the software development life cycle.
On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Charles Camosy, professor of moral theology and bioethics at the Catholic University of America, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to discuss a rise in physician-assisted killing and share what it means to live and die well while resisting "eugenic death culture." You can find Camosy's book Living and Dying Well: A Catholic Plan for Resisting Physician-Assisted Killing here. If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.
Matt Muller, Field CISO at Tines, knows all about revolutionizing security operations through strategic AI integration and intelligent automation. In his conversation with Jack, Matt explores how traditional SOC models create problematic feedback loops where junior analysts make critical decisions while senior practitioners handle escalations, limiting learning and growth opportunities. Instead, Matt envisions AI-assisted workflows where senior expertise gets encoded into intelligent systems that teach junior team members while they work, transforming security operations from reactive alert-chasing to proactive strategic defense. He also emphasizes communication skills, relationship building, and moving beyond being perceived as the team of no to become strategic enablers. Topics discussed: Evolution from banning ChatGPT to strategic AI integration in security operations, emphasizing augmentation over replacement strategies. Model Context Protocol implementation challenges and the importance of safe-by-default approaches when integrating emerging AI technologies into production. Traditional SOC tier models create problematic feedback loops where junior analysts make critical decisions but lack learning opportunities. AI-assisted workflows can transform security operations by encoding senior expertise into systems that teach while automating routine tasks. Practical approaches to AI adoption including demystification techniques, validation methods, and breaking complex problems into manageable components. Strategic implementation of AI agents in security workflows, particularly for non-deterministic tasks like phishing investigation and alert triage. Importance of maintaining human oversight and guardrails when deploying AI systems in critical security operations and incident response. Communication skills and relationship building as fundamental competencies for security practitioners working with both AI systems and human stakeholders. Safe experimentation with AI technologies through controlled environments and understanding system limitations before production deployment. Listen to more episodes: Apple Spotify YouTube Website
Just over two years ago, the FDA issued its first draft guidance on clinical trials with psychedelic drugs. Now, HHS has hired a dedicated psychedelics advisor. This week, Reunion Neuroscience reported a mid-stage success with its short-acting psychedelic drug in postpartum depression.At a moment of increasing momentum – both in terms of research, funding and commercial promise – behind psychedelics, it's worth checking in with one of the leaders in the space: Cybin, a clinical-stage biopharma.In November, Cybin reported positive Phase 2 data for its major depressive disorder drug and has its sights set on next steps in the regulatory approval process.Pharma Editor Lecia Bushak brings us a conversation with Cybin CEO Doug Drysdale about "second-generation" psychedelics and how they are impacting the mental health treatment space.For our Trends segment, we're talking about recent updates to health data sharing on the federal level. Step into the future of health media at the MM+M Media Summit on October 30th, 2025 live in NYC! Join top voices in pharma marketing for a full day of forward-thinking discussions on AI, streaming, retail media, and more. Explore the latest in omnichannel strategy, personalization, media trust, and data privacy—all under one roof. Don't wait—use promo code PODCAST for $100 off your individual ticket. Click here to register! AI Deciphered is back—live in New York City this November 13th.Join leaders from brands, agencies, and platforms for a future-focused conversation on how AI is transforming media, marketing, and the retail experience. Ready to future-proof your strategy? Secure your spot now at aidecipheredsummit.com. Use code POD at check out for $100 your ticket! Check us out at: mmm-online.com Follow us: YouTube: @MMM-onlineTikTok: @MMMnewsInstagram: @MMMnewsonlineTwitter/X: @MMMnewsLinkedIn: MM+M To read more of the most timely, balanced and original reporting in medical marketing, subscribe here.Music: “Deep Reflection” by DP and Triple Scoop Music.
One house. $60K a month. Assisted living is the most slept-on cash flow play in real estate.In this episode, Rich sits down with Serg Lupescu to break down how a single-family home can be converted into a high-performing assisted living facility—and why this niche is creating millionaire investors faster than almost any other strategy. From licensing and staffing to cash flow and scalability, Serg gives the full playbook.They cover:How to turn one house into $40K–$60K/month in revenueThe startup costs and systems you must have in placeWhy assisted living outperforms almost every other asset classThe biggest mistakes new operators make (and how to avoid them)How to scale from one property to a full portfolioIf you're serious about building wealth and want a business that makes real impact, assisted living is the move.Let's go.Join our investor waitlist and stay in the know about our next investor opportunity with Somers Capital: www.somerscapital.com/invest. Want to join our Boutique Hotel Mastermind Community? Book a free strategy call with our team: www.hotelinvesting.com. If you're committed to scaling your personal brand and achieving 7-figure success, it's time to level up with the 7 Figure Creator Mastermind Community. Book your exclusive intro call today at www.the7figurecreator.com and gain access to the strategies that will accelerate your growth.
Take a sneak peek at this month's Fertility & Sterility! Articles discussed this month are: 08:57 Trends in Use of Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy Before Dobbs, After Dobbs Leak, and After Dobbs Final Ruling 20:12 The impact of PGT-A on time to live birth in IVF. 32:02 A Nationwide Analysis of the Trends in Permanent Contraception Utilization Before and After the Dobbs Ruling 37:28 Use of assisted reproductive technologies for male and female infertility and perinatal outcomes 50:50 Assisted hatching decreases pregnancy outcomes in vitrified donor oocytes 56:42 Use of medically assisted reproduction and the risk of multiple live birth across sexual orientation groups—results from a national longitudinal cohort View the August 2025 issue, Vol 124: Issue 2 - https://www.fertstert.org/issue/S0015-0282(25)X0008-X View Fertility and Sterility at https://www.fertstert.org/
Peter Campbell is the principal consultant at Techcafeteria, a micro-consulting firm dedicated to helping nonprofits make more affordable and effective use of technology to support their missions. He recently published a free download powerpoint on Managing AI Risk and had time to talk with Carolyn about his thoughts on developing AI policies with an eye to risk, where the greatest risks lie for nonprofits using AI, and how often to review your policies as the technology changes rapidly.The takeaways: AI tools are like GPS (which is itself an AI). You are the expert; they are not able to critically analyze their own output even though they can mimic authority. Using AI tools for subjects where you have subject expertise allows you to correct the output. Using AI tools for subjects where you have no knowledge adds risk. Common AI tasks at nonprofits move from low-level risks such as searching your own inbox for an important email to higher-risk activities more prone to consequential errors, such as automation and analysis.Common AI risks include inaccuracy, lack of authenticity, reputational damage, and copyright and privacy violations.AI also has risk factors associated with audience: your personal use probably has pretty low risk that you will be fooled or divulge sensitive information to yourself, but when you use AI to communicate with the public, the risk increases for your nonprofit.How to Manage AI Risks at Nonprofits? Start with an AI Policy. Review it often as the technology and tools are changing rapidly.Use your own judgement. A good rule of thumb is to use AI tools to create things that you are already knowledgeable about, so that you can easily assess the accuracy of the AI output. Transparency matters. Let people know AI was used and how it was used. Use an “Assisted by AI” disclaimer when appropriate.Require a human third party review before sharing AI created materials with the public. State this in your transparency policy/disclaimers. Be honest about the roles of AI and humans in your nonprofit work.Curate data sources, and always know what your AI is using to create materials or analysis. Guard against bias and harm to communities you care about.“I've been helping clients develop Artificial Intelligence (AI) policies lately. AI has lots of innovative uses and every last one of them has some risk associated with it, so I regularly urge my clients to get the policies and training in place before they let staff loose with the tools. Here is a generic version of a powerpoint explaining AI risks and policies for nonprofits. “Peter Campbell, Techcafeteria _______________________________Start a conversation :) Register to attend a webinar in real time, and find all past transcripts at https://communityit.com/webinars/ email Carolyn at cwoodard@communityit.com on LinkedIn Thanks for listening.
“I told you so starts here” Over the past 200 days (the first 200 of the second Trump term) many details have come to light that confirmed things that for years had been dismissed as “conspiracy theories.” Just this week, details that show that the FBI, under Trump's own AG, Jeff Sessions, had whistleblower testimony that they failed to follow up on regarding classified document leaks from then-Congressman Adam Schiff that were leaked to trigger embarrassing investigations into the President in time to impact the 2018 mid-term elections. Also this week, the Capitol Police Chief finally spoke out and confirmed that the President had asked for the National Guard be deployed to the Capitol building on January third. Three days before the deadly riots. Stories like this come from courageous independent investigative reporters like John Soloman at ‘justthenews.com' our guest, Walter Curt of ‘WCdispatch.com' who shares with us two stories. The first is of two teenage girls who allege that they were taken to get abortions by Fairfax County school officials without alerting their parents. Just now, we are learning that Governor Youngkin has announced that he is “directing the Virginia State police bureau of criminal investigation to open a full criminal investigation.” The second regards a group of former US intelligence officers that call themselves “the Steady State” who have endorsed their former co-worker in the intelligence field, Abigail Spanberger, for Virginia Governor. Keep Up With The Daily Signal Sign up for our email newsletters: https://www.dailysignal.com/email Subscribe to our other shows: The Tony Kinnett Cast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7AFk8xjiOOBEynVg3JiN6g The Signal Sitdown: https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL2026390376 Problematic Women: https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL7765680741 Victor Davis Hanson: https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL9809784327 Follow The Daily Signal: X: https://x.com/intent/user?screen_name=DailySignal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailysignal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDailySignalNews/ Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@DailySignal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dailysignal?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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It's time for another round of business idea giveaways, this time with an AI-assisted theme to them! Pete McPherson from doyouevenblog.com and codeplaybook.com stopped by to help me out with these. (Side Hustle Show listeners get $100 off Pete's Code Playbook with our referral link. This is where he teaches non-coders how to build profitable web apps with AI.) He was last on just a few months ago in Ep. 659 talking about AI-coded apps. Tune in to Episode 689 of the Side Hustle Show to learn: 18 specific AI product ideas you could build How to validate demand before you code a single line Which ideas have the best exit strategy potential Tools and shortcuts to get your app launched fast Full Show Notes: 18 AI-Assisted Product Ideas You Could Build and Sell New to the Show? Get your personalized money-making playlist here! Sponsors: Mint Mobile — Cut your wireless bill to $15 a month! Indeed – Start hiring NOW with a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post! OpenPhone — Get 20% off of your first 6 months! Shopify — Sign up for a $1 per month trial!
In this essential episode of Equine Assisted World, Rupert Isaacson sits down with Dr. Temple Grandin, one of the world's most influential voices on autism, sensory processing, and practical approaches to learning and healing. Together, they explore how therapeutic riding centers can do more than just offer horse time—they can create whole environments of sensory safety, meaningful skill-building, and community resilience.Dr. Grandin shares her personal experiences growing up autistic, her early fears and breakthroughs, and the real-life tools that helped her thrive—tools that every equine program can apply. From using turn-taking games to stimulate speech to setting up repair shops and greeter stations to build confidence and career readiness, this episode is a blueprint for any equine-assisted center aiming to have deeper impact. If you want to support the show, you can do so at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LongRideHome ✨ What You'll Learn in This Episode:The Power of Observation & Following the Child (Starts at 01:00)How Rupert adapted Temple's three-step approach to help his nonverbal sonWhy nature and movement are essential for sensory integrationEquine Interaction & Sensory Patterns (Starts at 04:00)The three ways autistic kids respond to animalsWhat PET scans and OTs show about rhythm, balance, and the cerebellumWhy nature and gardens still matter even without horsesEarly Intervention with Church Play & Library Play (Starts at 07:00)Why many children can't afford to be on waitlistsTurn-taking games and imitation as entry pointsHow to tap into local retirees to fill gaps in early interventionTheory of Mind & Naturalistic Learning (Starts at 08:30)Flapping, spinning coins, and making daisy chains as foundational social engagementHow structured tasks lead to intellectual developmentHigh Expectations with Support (Starts at 14:00)Accommodating without overprotecting: ferry horns and dessert rulesWhy selling candy and hosting parties mattered for both Temple and Bill GatesPractical Skills, Tools & Trades (Starts at 20:00)From coat hangers to glue guns: the neuroscience of hands-on learningHow fixing things builds brains and self-worthRebuilding the Workshop Culture (Starts at 28:00)Why shop class should return to therapeutic barnsVisual thinkers vs. math thinkers: all kinds of brains need tactile trainingUsing retired mechanics, carpenters, and engineers as mentorsStructured Responsibility Around the Barn (Starts at 34:00)Real tasks: mucking, grooming, feeding, building stallsHow responsibility leads to confidence and safety awarenessSocial Skills Training through Greeting & Selling (Starts at 43:00)Simulating cookie sales, greeter roles, and party host behaviorControlled exposure to rejection and resilience buildingJob Skills, Routine & Community Integration (Starts at 51:00)Creating modern equivalents of paper routes with local volunteersWhy non-family bosses matter for skill-buildingTap into senior centers to address budget shortfallsThe Cost of Screen Time & the Value of Movement (Starts at 54:00)How too much tech stunts developmentWhat real-world vestibular tasks do for brain growthCognitive, Motor & Emotional Growth Through Challenge (Starts at 59:00)The science behind tool use, play, and heavy workBalancing boards, swings, and walking rails in arenas and homesMedication, Anxiety & Exercise (Starts at 67:00)Temple's 40-year experience with antidepressantsWhy burst exercise helps more than walkingHow low-dose meds plus movement can regulate fear systems
On this heartwarming episode of Working Like Dogs on Pet Life Radio, Marcie and Fenway chat with Diane Rampelberg, founder of Dustin's Paw a remarkable nonprofit based in Idaho. Since 2000, Diane has been pioneering canine-enhanced learning and therapy for children with disabilities. With her Canine Companions-trained facility dog, Leopold, by her side, Diane works as a Canine Modality Specialist, designing creative, interactive activities that help children achieve their therapeutic and educational goals. Diane shares how she collaborates with professional teams to unlock each child's potential through the powerful human–canine bond. Tune in to hear how she's transforming lives, one paw at a time.EPISODE NOTES: Paws, Play, and Possibility: Unlocking Potential with Canine-Assisted Learning Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/working-like-dogs-service-dogs-and-working-dogs-pet-life-radio-original--6668004/support.
We unpack how AI is reshaping hiring decisions, shifting job roles, and creating new expectations for professionals — from engineers to marketers. They explore the rise of AI-assisted teams, the growing compensation bubble, why continuous learning is now table stakes, and how some service providers are quietly riding the AI wave.Featuring:Chris Benson – Website, LinkedIn, Bluesky, GitHub, XDaniel Whitenack – Website, GitHub, XSponsors:Outshift by Cisco: AGNTCY is an open source collective building the Internet of Agents. It's a collaboration layer where AI agents can communicate, discover each other, and work across frameworks. For developers, this means standardized agent discovery tools, seamless protocols for inter-agent communication, and modular components to compose and scale multi-agent workflows."Register for upcoming webinars here!
We interview Leopoldo Cabassa and Dani Adams about implementation sciences' role in Psychedelic Assisted Therapy. We talk about the evidence for psychedelic assisted therapy, its implementation barriers and facilitators, the role of implementation science in moving psychedelic assited therapy from the clinic to the field, and we'll get them started on some excellent rants about implementation science. Discussed during the show: Trickett, E. J. (2011). From “water boiling in a Peruvian town” to “letting them die”: Culture, community intervention, and the metabolic balance between patience and zeal. American Journal of Community Psychology, 47, 58-68. Raghavan, R., Bright, C. L., & Shadoin, A. L. (2008). Toward a policy ecology of implementation of evidence-based practices in public mental health settings. Implementation Science, 3, 1-9. Palinkas, L. A., Allred, C. A., & Landsverk, J. A. (2005). Models of research-operational collaboration for behavioral health in space. Aviation, space, and environmental medicine, 76(6), B52-B60. https://socialwork.columbia.edu/directory/heidi-l-allen https://sites.wustl.edu/centerforpsychedelics/ @daniadams
Welcome to the Sterile Technique Podcast! It's the podcast about Surgical Technology. Whether you are a CST or CSFA, this podcast helps you earn CE credits and improve your surgery skills in the OR. This episode discusses an article in the July 2016 issue of The Surgical Technologist, the official journal of the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST). The article is titled, "Robot-Assisted Pancreatic Surgery - Optimized Operating Procedures". "Scrub in" at steriletpodcast.com and on Twitter, @SterileTPodcast (twitter.com/SterileTPodcast). This podcast is a Dybas Media production. Sound effects adapted from GarageBand and sindhu.tms at https://freesound.org/people/sindhu.tms/sounds/169065/ and licensed courtesy of https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/.
In this episode, Eli sits down with Dr. Tammy Nelson to discuss Ketamine Assisted Relational Psychotherapy (KARP) as a potential pathway to release old habitual thoughts and patterns of relating to your partner.
In this inspiring episode of Equine Assisted World, Rupert Isaacson sits down with Melissa Connor, Executive Director of Renew Therapeutic Riding Center in Holland, Michigan. Recorded just weeks after Rupert visited the center, this conversation highlights what it takes to create a truly horse-centered therapeutic program—where equine well-being is as prioritized as human healing.Melissa shares her decades-long journey through the equine-assisted services field, how she shaped a program with excellence in horse care, and the practical systems Renew uses to maintain a thriving herd of 22 horses. From rider conditioning and pasture management to financial sustainability and healthy organizational culture, Melissa offers a rare, transparent view into what truly ethical equine-assisted work looks like behind the scenes. If you want to support the show, you can do so at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LongRideHome ✨ What You'll Learn in This Episode:Creating a Culture of Equine Well-Being (Starts at 01:00)Why therapeutic horses deserve the same quality of care as competition horsesHow listening to horses and honoring their vocation sets the foundationThe importance of movement, friendship, and forage (the three F's)Evolving Out of the "Donated Horse" Mentality (Starts at 09:00)Melissa's early experiences with horses in VirginiaWhy therapeutic programs shouldn't accept broken-down or unsuitable horsesHow to reframe our value system when it comes to horses in serviceSetting Standards for Horse Acceptance & Retirement (Starts at 20:00)How Renew handles free leases and vet care capsWhy written agreements and ongoing owner relationships are criticalWhat happens when retirement is needed—but the owner steps backToplines, Thriving, and Conditioning (Starts at 29:00)Rupert's reaction to seeing three glowing, fit therapy horsesThe conditioning system at Renew: riding, groundwork, and professional lessonsWhy not all conditioning needs to involve riding—and how Teke work will integrateTime Management & Staff Structure (Starts at 37:00)How Renew blocks out weekly time for horse conditioningUsing shared digital logs and notes to communicate across staffWhy excellence in horsemanship is a hiring priorityFinding Skilled Riders for Conditioning (Starts at 41:00)Where and how Renew recruits advanced, balanced ridersWhy setting the bar high helps attract the right peopleBuilding a team of instructors with both equestrian and teaching skillsTurning Horses Out—Even in Michigan Winters (Starts at 47:00)How Renew designed their pastures and shelter for 24/7 turnoutThe mental and physical benefits of herd life and freedom to moveManaging blankets, individualized care, and daily wellness checksFunding a High-Standard Therapeutic Program (Starts at 56:00)Renew's journey from a small leased parcel to a built-from-scratch facilityStrategies that work: storytelling, Chamber of Commerce, and Rotary clubsWhy inviting donors to the farm changes everythingCommunity Culture, Conflict & Longevity (Starts at 1:10:00)How Renew fosters staff cohesion, continued education, and joy at workMelissa's perspective on conflict resolution and non-toxic leadershipBuilding systems that ensure sustainability beyond one leaderThe Future of Equine Assisted Services (Starts at 1:33:00)Why mentorship is urgently needed in our fast-growing fieldRecruiting not just horse people, but professionals in governance and financeMelissa's dream: long-term impact and positive life change with every ride
A judge denied the Trump Administration's request to unseal transcripts from the Epstein investigations. Assisted living homes prepare for questioning. The town of Stow changes it's name to "Dunkin" for the day. Stay in "The Loop" with WBZ News Radio.
Simplification is everything - that's the message for the latest issue of the journal. Assisted by a cast of characters including Albert Einstein and deep sea sponges, your editors Phil Smith and Geraint Fuller take on topics from hyponatraemia to health anxiety. You'll also find bread and butter epileptology, somatosensory evoked potentials, creatine kinase, and a guide for exploring the hinterlands of essential tremor. Read the issue: https://pn.bmj.com/content/25/4/297 Please subscribe to the Practical Neurology podcast on your favourite platform to get the latest podcast every month. If you enjoy our podcast, you can leave us a review or a comment on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/3vVPClm) or Spotify (https://spoti.fi/4baxjsQ). We'd love to hear your feedback on social media - @PracticalNeurol. Production and editing by Brian O'Toole. Thank you for listening.
Church of England rev with a difference Jamie Franklin sits down to talk about the biggest stories in church and state. This time: Theological reflections on the horrendous Texas flooding.12-year-old school girl sent home for celebrating Britain in Culture Celebration Day. Update from Church of England's General Synod: Gay Marriage on the rocks; clergy pension boost; no discussion of Israel boycott; no to "assisted dying".All that and much much more as ever!Apply for the Berrow and Longdon clergy vacancy! https://jobs.churchtimes.co.uk/jobs/Priest-in-Charge-in-West-Midlands-jn13857Buy Jamie's Book! THE GREAT RETURNYou make this podcast possible. Please support us!On Substack - https://irreverendpod.substack.com/On Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/irreverendBuy Me a Coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/irreverend To make a direct donation or to get in touch with questions or comments please email irreverendpod@gmail.com!Notices:Daniel French Substack: https://undergroundchurch.substack.com/Jamie Franklin's "Good Things" and "Signs of the Times" Substacks: https://jamiefranklin.substack.com and https://signsofthetimesblog.substack.comIrreverend Substack: https://irreverendpod.substack.comFollow us on Twitter: https://x.com/IrreverendPodFind me a church: https://irreverendpod.com/church-finder/Join our Irreverend Telegram group: https://t.me/irreverendpodFind links to our episodes, social media accounts and much more https://www.irreverendpod.com!Thursday Circles: http://thursdaycircle.com Support the show
Dr. Zoë Harcombe is an intellectual powerhouse—a Cambridge graduate with degrees in economics and mathematics, a long-standing member of Mensa, and a fearless truth-seeker. In this episode, she brings her sharp insight and deep curiosity to a wide-ranging conversation that spans nutrition, public health, and the increasingly complex issue of free speech. Before dedicating herself to the world of diet and health in 2008, Zoë built a high-flying career in the corporate world. She held international roles in management consulting, manufacturing, and marketing across major global industries—from FMCG to telecoms—before focusing on Human Resources. She's worked on the inside of both Big Food (Mars Inc.) and Big Pharma (GSK), giving her a rare, insider's perspective on how these powerful sectors operate. At the height of her corporate journey, she served as Vice President of HR for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. In this episode, Drs. Tro and Zoë talk about… (00:00) Intro (04:04) Dr. Zoë's career shift from working for Big Food to becoming a diet, health, and nutrition researcher (08:04) Dr. Zoë's first book (see links below) (09:57) Calorie Counting versus eating a whole food diet featuring meat, fish, eggs, non-starchy vegetables, and yogurt (15:55) Vested interests and the possibility of change to the dietary guidelines (23:12) The war against free-thought and why you should keep your mind open to new ideas that contradict the majority opinion (36:33) The insane level of censorship of free speech in the UK (42:58) Assisted suicide, abortion, and climate change in the UK (53:31) Why the facts of nutrition contradict the guidelines (55:35) Dietary carbohydrates now versus in your grandparent's generation (01:05:37) What Dr. Zoë eats in a day (01:08:01) Dr. Zoë's hobbies and favorite activities (01:11:00) Outro For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening! Links: Please consider supporting us on Patreon: https://www.lowcarbmd.com/ Dr. Zoe Harcombe: Website: https://www.zoeharcombe.com/ Books: https://www.zoeharcombe.com/my-books/ X: https://x.com/zoeharcombe Dr. Brian Lenzkes: Website: https://arizonametabolichealth.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrianLenzkes?ref_src=twsrc^google|twcamp^serp|twgr^author Dr. Tro Kalayjian: Website: https://www.doctortro.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DoctorTro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctortro/ Toward Health App Join a growing community of individuals who are improving their metabolic health; together. Get started at your own pace with a self-guided curriculum developed by Dr. Tro and his care team, community chat, weekly meetings, courses, challenges, message boards and more. Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doctor-tro/id1588693888 Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.disciplemedia.doctortro&hl=en_US&gl=US Learn more: https://doctortro.com/community/
Jeffrey Epstein was an American financier and convicted sex offender who became notorious for his involvement in a high-profile sex trafficking ring. Born on January 20, 1953, Epstein worked as a financier and was well-connected with various influential individuals, including politicians, business tycoons, and celebrities.Epstein's activities came to light in the early 2000s when he was investigated by law enforcement agencies for allegedly sexually exploiting underage girls. In 2008, he pleaded guilty to state charges of soliciting prostitution from a minor in Florida and was sentenced to 18 months in jail. However, he served only 13 months and was granted a controversial work release program.Epstein's case gained renewed attention in 2019 when he was arrested on federal charges of sex trafficking of minors. The indictment accused him of operating a vast network that recruited underage girls for sexual exploitation, with incidents alleged to have taken place in his luxurious residences in New York, Florida, and other locations.Epstein's connections to powerful figures, including former U.S. President Bill Clinton, Britain's Prince Andrew, and numerous other prominent individuals, raised significant concerns and led to widespread speculation about the extent of his activities and potential co-conspirators.Before he could stand trial for the federal charges, Epstein was found dead in his jail cell at the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC) in New York City on August 10, 2019. The official cause of death was ruled as suicide by hanging, but his death sparked numerous conspiracy theories and allegations of foul play due to the high-profile nature of the case and the potential implications for those connected to Epstein.Epstein's death did not bring an end to the investigations surrounding his activities. Civil lawsuits against his estate, filed by numerous victims, continued, aiming to seek justice and financial compensation.Furthermore, government agencies and law enforcement authorities continued their efforts to uncover the extent of his sex trafficking ring and any possible co-conspirators involved.The case of Jeffrey Epstein remains a subject of public interest and scrutiny, highlighting the issue of sex trafficking and the abuse of power. It exposed the vulnerabilities of the justice system and raised questions about the influence of wealth and privilege.As the lawsuit between JP Morgan, Jes Staley and The USVI continues to roll on, I think it's important to look at the USVI and their behavior during the time Jeffrey Epstein was a resident there and in this episode that is exactly what we do and we are asking the question:Why didn't the USVI do more to stop Jeffrey Epstein?(commercial at 13:02)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:On Epstein's ‘Little St. Jeff's' island, a hideaway where money bought influence | The StarBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
Dr. Reedy welcomes Dr. Alexa Altman where she discusses how psychedelics bring the unconscious material into consciousness. She talks about the importance of integration. Dr. Altman's Website: https://www.i-psychedelic.com 1. Single-dose psilocybin (25 mg) with psychological support for MDDJAMA – “Single-Dose Psilocybin Treatment for Major Depressive Disorder” psychiatryonline.org+15sunstonetherapies.com+15pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov+15 Summary: Demonstrated strong antidepressant effects and good tolerability over follow-up. Email: info@hopkinspsychedelic.org 2. One-Year Follow-Up of Psilocybin for Depression Study: Long-term effects of psilocybin therapy for depression Johns Hopkins – “Psilocybin treatment for major depression effective for up to a year” Summary: 67% of participants remained in remission one year post-treatment. 3. MDMA-Assisted Therapy for Severe PTSD Randomized, placebo-controlled MDMA-assisted therapy Nature Medicine – “MDMA-assisted therapy for severe PTSD” Summary: Significant reduction in PTSD symptoms, well‑tolerated in a diverse cohort. Contact (MAPS / Lykos Therapeutics): Email: info@maps.org 4. Psilocybin for Cancer-Related Anxiety & Depression Psilocybin in patients with life-threatening cancer PMC – “High-dose psilocybin produced large decreases in depressed mood and anxiety…” Summary: 80% of participants maintained significant symptom relief at 6 months. Website: heffter.org (contact via site) en.wikipedia.org 1. Johns Hopkins University Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research Psilocybin for depression, anxiety, addiction, and end-of-life distress Why it's top-tier: The first major U.S. institution to receive regulatory approval for psychedelic research in modern times.
In this thought-provoking follow-up episode of Equine Assisted World, Rupert Isaacson reunites with legendary horseman Mark Rashid and clinician-author Crissi McDonald. This time, the conversation shifts deeper into the internal landscapes of both horse and human, exploring what it really means to be soft—without losing structure.From navigating low-level panic and reframing anxiety, to understanding when pressure is productive and when it breaks us, Mark and Crissi offer powerful insights not only for horse people, but for anyone seeking a more peaceful way of being in the world. Broadcasting from Happy Dog Ranch in Colorado, they also share how kindness, community, nature, and play are essential ingredients in creating meaningful transformation.(If you want to support the show, you can do so at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LongRideHome )✨ What You'll Learn in This Episode:The Paradox of Softness & Anxiety (Starts at 01:00)Why striving for softness can trigger anxietyMark's pressure scale (0 to 10) and self-regulation in real timeHow internal tension blocks horse-human communicationSpeed Bumps and Nervous System Awareness (Starts at 08:00)Crissi explains the compounding stress of modern lifeWhy we don't need to always be calm—and how to ride the nervous system waveThe idea of setting stress aside just long enough to connectWhen Softness Meets an Unready Horse (Starts at 13:00)What to do when your horse is not in a soft stateThe art of doing what you can do instead of forcing what you can'tPressure vs. Anxiety (Starts at 25:00)How pressure can lead to problem-solving, while anxiety leads to shutdownA lesson in reframing stress as “just an event, not an emergency”Why “Misery is Optional” became a clinic mottoHow We Live Matters (Starts at 31:00)Crissi's 20-year journey toward balance: food, sleep, connection, movementThe surprising role of creativity (like watercolor and photography) in emotional regulationClinic Structure That Feels Like Freedom (Starts at 36:00)Daily dojo sessions: breath, safety, and playful presenceGiving students permission not to ride—and why that sets the tone for learningLetting laughter and safety replace performance pressureNature, Tribe & the Horse-Human Herd (Starts at 42:00)Designing Happy Dog Ranch to support exploration, not confinementThe unseen structure that holds clinics togetherHow horses themselves teach people, especially when given time and spaceSoftness With Structure (Starts at 52:00)Why softness without structure isn't softness at allRain contact, feel, and feedback loops in real timeMark's practical metaphors: the coffee cup, the skeleton, and invisible teaching momentsBuilding Confidence Without Force (Starts at 1:10:00)How support teams guide riders back from the edge of overwhelmLetting people grow without letting them get lostKindness as Framework (Starts at 1:20:00)The radical idea that a clinic structure can be kind—not punishingWhy many riders unconsciously argue with happinessThe ripple effects of affirming "You're okay. Your horse is okay."Reclaiming Tribe & Breaking the Misery Habit (Starts at 1:30:00)The loneliness epidemic in the horse world—and how clinics become familyMark and Crissi's reminder: We get good at what we practice—even if it's unhappinessWhy being of service to horses and humans might be the simplest cure for anxiety
This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning speaks with Dr. Jay Pal, Chief of Cardiac Surgery at the University of Washington, about AI-assisted screening for rheumatic heart disease. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:17 JANS 1, Cardiac 05:15 JANS 2, Thoracic 07:01 JANS 3, Thoracic 09:41 JANS 4, Cardiac 12:14 JANS 5, Thoracic 13:37 Subvalvular Ring Excision, AVR 15:30 SCORE Technique, Rheu M Stenosis 18:43 VATS Intraperi L Pneumonectomy 20:00 Dr. Pal Interview 30:52 Closing They discuss how the AI-assisted stethoscope functions and its ability to identify rheumatic heart disease, highlighting the advantages of this technology in low-resource settings and the future potential of the device. Additionally, they explore the device's capability to diagnose heart failure and the benefits of using this advanced tool over a traditional analog stethoscope. Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on blood pressure and heart rate management in patients after repair of type A aortic dissection, long-term outcomes and prognostic factors after chest wall resection and reconstruction, a comparison between robot- and video-assisted thoracoscopic surgeries for anterior mediastinal lesions, and the cost-effectiveness of left ventricular assist device for transplant-ineligible patients. In addition, Joel explores an excision of a subvalvular ring with preservation of the aortic valve, a step-by-step VATS approach for intrapericardial left pneumonectomy for a centrally located lung tumor, and a repair of rheumatic mitral stenosis using the SCORE technique. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery. JANS Items Mentioned 1.) Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Management in Patients After Repair of Type A Aortic Dissection 2.) Long-Term Outcome and Prognostic Factors After Chest Wall Resection and Reconstruction 3.) Comparison Between Robot- and Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgeries for Anterior Mediastinal Lesions 4.) Cost-Effectiveness of Left Ventricular Assist Device for Transplant-Ineligible Patients 5.) Three-Dimensional Tracheo-Bronchial Reconstruction to Plan Endoscopic Stent Insertion for Malignant Upper Airway Stenosis CTSNET Content Mentioned 1.) Excision of a Subvalvular Ring With Preservation of the Aortic Valve 2.) VATS Intrapericardial Left Pneumonectomy for Centrally Located Lung Tumor: Step-by-Step Approach With Technical Pearls 3.) Repair of Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis Using the SCORE Technique Other Items Mentioned 1.) Cardiac Surgical Arrest—An International Conversation, Part 2 2.) Career Center 3.) CTSNet Events Calendar Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.
Jeffrey Epstein was an American financier and convicted sex offender who became notorious for his involvement in a high-profile sex trafficking ring. Born on January 20, 1953, Epstein worked as a financier and was well-connected with various influential individuals, including politicians, business tycoons, and celebrities.Epstein's activities came to light in the early 2000s when he was investigated by law enforcement agencies for allegedly sexually exploiting underage girls. In 2008, he pleaded guilty to state charges of soliciting prostitution from a minor in Florida and was sentenced to 18 months in jail. However, he served only 13 months and was granted a controversial work release program.Epstein's case gained renewed attention in 2019 when he was arrested on federal charges of sex trafficking of minors. The indictment accused him of operating a vast network that recruited underage girls for sexual exploitation, with incidents alleged to have taken place in his luxurious residences in New York, Florida, and other locations.Epstein's connections to powerful figures, including former U.S. President Bill Clinton, Britain's Prince Andrew, and numerous other prominent individuals, raised significant concerns and led to widespread speculation about the extent of his activities and potential co-conspirators.Before he could stand trial for the federal charges, Epstein was found dead in his jail cell at the Metropolitan Correctional Center (MCC) in New York City on August 10, 2019. The official cause of death was ruled as suicide by hanging, but his death sparked numerous conspiracy theories and allegations of foul play due to the high-profile nature of the case and the potential implications for those connected to Epstein.Epstein's death did not bring an end to the investigations surrounding his activities. Civil lawsuits against his estate, filed by numerous victims, continued, aiming to seek justice and financial compensation.Furthermore, government agencies and law enforcement authorities continued their efforts to uncover the extent of his sex trafficking ring and any possible co-conspirators involved.The case of Jeffrey Epstein remains a subject of public interest and scrutiny, highlighting the issue of sex trafficking and the abuse of power. It exposed the vulnerabilities of the justice system and raised questions about the influence of wealth and privilege.As the lawsuit between JP Morgan, Jes Staley and The USVI continues to roll on, I think it's important to look at the USVI and their behavior during the time Jeffrey Epstein was a resident there and in this episode that is exactly what we do and we are asking the question:Why didn't the USVI do more to stop Jeffrey Epstein?(commercial at 13:02)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:On Epstein's ‘Little St. Jeff's' island, a hideaway where money bought influence | The Star
It's lightning topic time! AI Assisted Coding, Archiving a Library, .NET MAUI XAML in .NET 10, 1 Month of Switch 2, CarPlay Live Activities, and new .NET MAUI 10 features. Follow Us Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Merge Conflict: Twitter, Facebook, Website, Chat on Discord Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface ⭐⭐ Review Us (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/merge-conflict/id1133064277?mt=2&ls=1) ⭐⭐ Machine transcription available on http://mergeconflict.fm
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In this episode, I'm interviewing Senior Director Wei Zhang about Smith and Nephew's new surgical system (CORI)
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If medically assisted weight loss is part of your revenue stream, this episode is non-negotiable. I sat down with attorney, spa owner, and compliance educator Courtney Walker to unpack the current chaos around GLP-1s—semaglutide, tirzepatide, and the like. From cease and desist letters to compounding confusion to trademark traps, Courtney breaks down what's really going on and how you can move forward with confidence. Whether you're all-in on weight loss programs or just exploring, you need to know your legal and operational options. What you'll learn during this episode: What's changing around compounded GLP-1s—and why it matters for spa owners The real difference between legal risk vs. operational compliance How cease and desist letters work—and what to do if you receive one What pharmaceutical companies are targeting next How to vet pharmacies, avoid marketing violations, and stay in your lane legally Resources Mentioned in Episode #EP 440: Legal Clarity on GLP-1s in Medically Assisted Weight Loss with Courtney Walker Courtney on Instagram: @itscourtapproved www.courtapprovedaesthetics.com Keep the conversation going inside the Spa Marketing Made Easy Community by clicking here. IG / @addoaesthetics WEB / addoaesthetics.com YOUTUBE / @addoaesthetics LINKEDIN / @addoaesthetics ABOUT THE SPA MARKETING MADE EASY HOST About Your Host, Daniela Woerner Daniela Woerner is the founder and CEO of Addo Aesthetics, a leading community for aesthetic professionals, and the creator of the Growth Factor® Framework—a proven system that has helped 582 six- and seven-figure spa owners scale their businesses with strategy and systems. With nearly two decades in the aesthetics industry, Daniela has trained alongside top physician-dispensed brands, consulted with leading dermatologists, and helped thousands of spa professionals streamline their operations and maximize profitability. Her mission? To transform overworked aesthetic professionals into Spa CEOs—building a business and life they love with the strategic systems needed for long-term financial growth. As the host of the Spa Marketing Made Easy podcast, Daniela brings expert insights, real-world strategies, and in-depth conversations to help spa owners elevate their marketing, optimize their operations, and create sustainable success. With over 400 published episodes, 1 million+ downloads, and a ranking in the top 1% of all podcasts worldwide, Spa Marketing Made Easy is the go-to resource for spa and aesthetic professionals looking to level up. Tune in each week for actionable strategies, expert interviews, and inspiration to help you build a thriving, systemized, and scalable spa business!
Professor Mary Wingfield, Founder and former Clinical Director in the Merrion Fertility Clinic in Dublin, reacts to free fertility treatment being made available to couples experiencing secondary infertility.
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If civilizations are judged by how they care for their elderly, our report card is already written. Should there be anyone left to judge us – should humanity exist long enough to judge us – we've flunked.Steve's guest is Judy Karofsky, author of 'DisElderly Conduct: The Flawed Business of Assisted Living and Hospice,' who provides a critical examination of the elder care industry. Judy discusses her own struggles with assisted living facilities and hospice care, highlighting the systemic issues driven by the profit motive and lack of federal oversight. Assisted living is meant to be for seniors who don't yet need a nursing home. The facilities are supposed to provide the dignity of independence with up to three hours of care per week. Unfortunately, that means from zero to three. Often, it's zero – with no nurse on staff.In many cases the move from independent living isn't a health decision. It's business. The assisted living business is about real estate investment, not the needs of our nation's seniors. "Big investors, big REITs, Real Estate Investment Trusts, and yes, private equity have seen the potential and they're investing and the decision-making moves farther and farther away from the individual facility and farther and farther away from the resident.”Steve makes a case that will be familiar to our followers: that healthcare – and its federal oversight – are policy decisions, connected to ideology. It's the belief that there is no public money. ”There is only private property and there's only private equity and there's only private capital. And that when you impose regulations, you're imposing undue constraints on capital to do what capital would like to do. We have to start thinking about the world differently.”The episode illustrates the urgent need for reform in elder care. These challenges will one day touch everyone's lives or those of their loved ones.Judy Karofsky was a city council member and one of Wisconsin's first women mayors (Middleton). During her term of office, she established a now-thriving senior center and emergency medical services. She served on the executive staff of a governor and held multiple roles in housing and economic development for a state agency, a nonprofit housing development organization, and her own research firm. Before organizing and providing care for her mother, Judy filled interim positions for a statewide women's network – focusing on elder economic security – and for a coalition of state aging groups. Serving on nonprofit and municipal boards, she participates in policy discussions and comments publicly on demographic trends and urban growth.
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Chris and Ari are joined by fellow training enthusiast Anaka Nazareth, Behavioral Husbandry Coordinator at the National Aquarium! Anaka shares the path that took her from America to Austria (a few times) before settling back on the East Coast and eventually into her current role in Baltimore, where she oversees the training of a lot of our favorite (and less celebrated) animals - sharks, fish, and reptiles - as well as her involvement as a Committee Member, Board Member, and eventually President of the ABMA.If you have a shout-out you'd like us to share, a question or a topic you'd like us to discuss, or a suggestion for a guest we should have on the show, let us know at podcast@naturalencounters.com!
Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of addiction, opioid use (including fentanyl), complex trauma, intergenerational trauma, medical neglect, and the death of a child.Dr. T and Truth Fairy welcome guest Liz Rezanson, a psychotherapist and social worker who works with the caregivers of children with disabilities, largely in her community of Vernon, BC. Liz believes in the healing power of connection and integrates mind-body attunement therapy, EMDR, EFT, hypnosis, and psychedelic-assisted therapy into her practice using a trauma-informed approach. Liz shares her deeply moving personal and professional journey through raising a daughter with catastrophic epilepsy and her oldest daughter Amy's eventual struggle with opioid addiction, including fentanyl use, and repeated treatment attempts that led to a tragic end. Liz's story highlights the need for a more compassionate and effective approach to addiction recovery, one that acknowledges the role of attachment, emotional regulation, and support. She, Truth, and Dr. T discuss how psychedelic-assisted therapy, specifically with medicines like ibogaine and MDMA, can offer a powerful opportunity ot desensitize past trauma and support emotional integration. Liz emphasizes that healing doesn't happen through medicine alone, but through the presence of a trained and emotionally regulated facilitator and through a focus on coregulation and relational attunement. Dr. T and Truth Fairy agree with Liz in stating that her daughter Amy's journey illustrates the high stakes and systemic failures in addiction treatment, particularly when treatment centres are ill-equipped to meet clients with compassion and flexibility. Liz emphasizes that healing developmental trauma requires practitioners to develop their own capacity for emotional presence through somatic awareness and self-regulation. Her story is a powerful call to reshape psychedelic integration therapy and addiction treatment by centring safety, right-brain healing, and the profound importance of human connection.“Just that need to be so in tune or attuned to our clients, and especially in the psychedelic field. Yeah. You're doing sometimes long sits, and you have to be able to stay with it and be able to support, and I always say I'm not… I hate the term healer. I think I'm not a healer. I'm literally the guide in this process, whether it be we use something like eMDR or somatic or IFS, whatever, psychedelic, whatever we're using. I'm just the guide in the process. I'm just the person who shows you how to reconnect with yourself, right?” - Liz Rezanson About Liz Rezanson, Psychotherapist, BCYC, MACP, CCC, RSW:Liz has called Vernon home for the past 30 years, and for over two decades, she has had the privilege of working with individuals and families in that community. Her background includes more than 20 years supporting families, and 11 years working closely with children with diverse abilities and their caregivers.At the heart of her work is a belief in the healing power of connection—both with ourselves and with those closest to us. Liz works alongside my clients with compassion, curiosity, and respect, helping them move toward greater authenticity, emotional safety, and meaningful change. True connection takes courage, vulnerability, and the right kind of support. She believes it's her role to help create the space where that becomes possible.Liz offers individual, couples, and group therapy in a safe and confidential setting. She draws on a range of approaches, with specialized training in: Mind-Body Attunement Therapy®, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for Couples, Psychedelic Psychotherapy (studied over the past five years), Clinical HypnosisShe takes an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach to therapy and works with clients navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, and chronic pain. In addition to psychotherapy, Liz offers parent coaching, health and wellness counselling, support for chronic pain management, and guided processing of trauma, loss, and life transitions.Contact Liz Rezanson:LinkedIn: liz-rezanson-1b26ab67Website: MindBodyCounselling.org__Resources discussed in this episode:Allan Schore“Affect Regulation and the Origin of the Self” by Allan N. ShoreDarcia Narvaez, PhD: EvolvedNest.orgInternal Family Systems (IFS) and Dr. Richard Schwartz__Contact Punk Therapy:Patreon: Patreon.com/PunkTherapyWebsite: PunkTherapy.comEmail: info@punktherapy.com Contact Truth Fairy: Email: Truth@PunkTherapy.com
Ali shares her journey of having two daughters via maternal-assisted caesarean births due to preeclampsia. Ali lives in Melbourne's inner west with her husband Brad and their daughters Evie (3.5) and Iris (9.5 months). Ali conceived Evie quickly and had a relatively smooth pregnancy until around 30-32 weeks when her blood pressure began rising. "My blood pressure wasn't like super duper high, like it was very much up from the 140 over 90 and it was starting to creep up to the 150s and 160 over 90," Ali explains. She had a family history of preeclampsia - both her grandmother and mother had experienced it, with Ali herself being born at 30 weeks weighing under a kilo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
My day-to-day coding looks very different from what it was a few years ago. Today, you'll learn about my voice-to-code workflow and how I leverage smart tools to have so much free time that I feel guilty for "not working enough." Seriously.The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/from-code-writer-to-code-editor-my-ai-assisted-development-workflow/The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/395-from-code-writer-to-code-editor-my-ai-assisted-development-workflowCheck out Podscan, the Podcast database that transcribes every podcast episode out there minutes after it gets released: https://podscan.fmSend me a voicemail on Podline: https://podline.fm/arvidYou'll find my weekly article on my blog: https://thebootstrappedfounder.comPodcast: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podcastNewsletter: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/newsletterMy book Zero to Sold: https://zerotosold.com/My book The Embedded Entrepreneur: https://embeddedentrepreneur.com/My course Find Your Following: https://findyourfollowing.comHere are a few tools I use. Using my affiliate links will support my work at no additional cost to you.- Notion (which I use to organize, write, coordinate, and archive my podcast + newsletter): https://affiliate.notion.so/465mv1536drx- Riverside.fm (that's what I recorded this episode with): https://riverside.fm/?via=arvid- TweetHunter (for speedy scheduling and writing Tweets): http://tweethunter.io/?via=arvid- HypeFury (for massive Twitter analytics and scheduling): https://hypefury.com/?via=arvid60- AudioPen (for taking voice notes and getting amazing summaries): https://audiopen.ai/?aff=PXErZ- Descript (for word-based video editing, subtitles, and clips): https://www.descript.com/?lmref=3cf39Q- ConvertKit (for email lists, newsletters, even finding sponsors): https://convertkit.com?lmref=bN9CZw
A little hope is good for the soul, but when it comes to retirement planning, wishful thinking can lead to serious financial mistakes. Today, Ryan walks through five common examples of wishful thinking that can quietly damage your retirement and how you can build a plan that protects your future instead of relying on luck. Here's what we discuss in this episode:
A company called “Spines” is publishing 8,000 AI-assisted books this year. How does that work? What does this mean for the industry? It's money-grabbing vanity press again, but now “assisted” by AI. We cover the Spines offerings, price points, and debate if this is good for authors. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment No matter how you publish your book, you need a website. Use the GoDaddy Promo Code CJCFOSSIG to trim 99% from the retail price of a new domain, including dot-coms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wow, did you know that the secret to Nooks' sales success is a surprising ratio of BDRs to AEs? They're breaking the mold and it's paying off big time. But how are they doing it? Find out in this podcast episode and prepare to be amazed. Stay tuned for the unexpected twist that's revolutionizing their sales strategy. Want to transform your outbound sales game and see genuine connections with prospects? Discover the solution that will boost your productivity and help you achieve these results. Let's dive in and revolutionize your outbound sales strategies. AI and Human Touch: The New Sales Edge Hannah Willson, CRO at Nooks, reveals how blending advanced AI tools with genuine human engagement is transforming outbound sales. By leveraging intent signals and AI-driven prospecting while maintaining authentic connections, sales teams can build stronger pipelines and accelerate growth. This is Hannah Willson's story, this week's special guest: Hannah Willson's introduction to the world of leveraging AI in outbound sales strategies stemmed from her role as the CRO at Nooks. It was her hands-on experience in coaching sales teams and her deep understanding of the challenges in pipeline development that propelled her towards exploring modern shifts in sales tactics. Witnessing the evolution of intent signals and the potential of AI-driven approaches, Hannah recognized the immense impact of integrating advanced technology with human-to-human engagement in sales. This realization kindled her commitment to embracing innovative sales techniques, positioning her as a trailblazer in navigating the dynamic sales landscape. Hannah's journey serves as an inspiring example for sales leaders, encouraging them to adapt and thrive in the ever-evolving sales domain through strategic utilization of AI and cutting-edge sales methodologies. Sales is changing so much right now. We have technology that we never had before. It's the organizations that are really leveraging that technology and still leveraging the human element that are the ones that are really accelerating over others. - Hannah Willson About Hannah Willson Hannah Willson, the Chief Revenue Officer at Nooks, boasts an impressive 20-year sales career, with a decade at a major publicly traded company and another decade at startups in the Bay Area. Her current role sees her driving outbound sales strategies using Nooks' comprehensive AI platform, including parallel dialers, AI bots for sales coaching, and AI prospector tools for automated list building and research. With her transition from being a long-time customer to now leading Nooks' sales team, Hannah brings a unique blend of firsthand experience and strategic leadership to the table. Her expertise in modern pipeline development and the fusion of technology and human touch in sales makes her a sought-after voice in the outbound sales landscape. In this episode, you will be able to: Master AI for outbound sales in order to revolutionize your approach and skyrocket your results. Cultivate a thriving calling culture that can transform your sales team's performance and boost morale. Embrace the human element in modern sales, a key to forming genuine connections and closing more deals. Harness intent signals for pipeline development that can supercharge your lead generation efforts and drive conversions. Unveil social selling best practices for B2B sales that can unlock new opportunities and expand your client base. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - Challenges in Pipeline Development 00:03:16 - Hannah's Background and Nooks 00:05:10 - Hannah's Athletic Experience 00:07:21 - Shifts in Modern Pipeline Development 00:12:29 - Building a Calling Culture 00:13:34 - Importance of Building a Calling Culture in Sales Teams 00:15:34 - Importance of Sales Channels and BDRs 00:17:22 - Human-to-Human Engagement in Sales 00:18:22 - The Future of Sales and AI 00:21:55 - Evolution of Intent Signals and AI-Driven Approach 00:26:05 - Importance of Preparation for Sales Calls 00:26:56 - Addressing Pipeline Development Issues 00:28:53 - Leveraging LinkedIn for Pipeline Development 00:32:33 - Social Engagement Challenges and Solutions 00:38:12 - Reimagining SDR-to-AE Ratio 00:39:02 - Importance of Hiring the Right Model 00:39:53 - Connecting with Hannah 00:41:03 - Favorite Movie and Personal Insight 00:41:44 - Podcast Closing and Call to Action Timestamped summary of this episode: 00:00:00 - Challenges in Pipeline Development Hannah discusses the difficulties in modern pipeline development, emphasizing the changing landscape and the need for organizations to leverage technology and the human element to accelerate their pipeline building efforts. 00:03:16 - Hannah's Background and Nooks Hannah shares her sales background and her recent role as CRO at Nooks, a comprehensive AI platform for outbound sales. She highlights Nooks' capabilities and her personal experience as a customer before joining the company. 00:05:10 - Hannah's Athletic Experience Hannah reveals her collegiate swimming experience and draws parallels between swimming and sales, emphasizing the importance of repetition, practice, and continuous improvement in both disciplines. 00:07:21 - Shifts in Modern Pipeline Development Hannah discusses the evolving strategies in modern pipeline development, highlighting the ineffectiveness of traditional methods and the increasing reliance on technology. She emphasizes the importance of leveraging technology while still maintaining the human element in sales efforts. 00:12:29 - Building a Calling Culture Hannah addresses the challenges of building a calling culture within sales organizations, emphasizing the time-consuming nature of cold calling and the reluctance of reps. She highlights the benefits of technology in simplifying the cold calling process and the importance of setting a productive and efficient calling culture. 00:13:34 - Importance of Building a Calling Culture in Sales Teams Hannah reflects on the fun and camaraderie of sales teams in the past and emphasizes the need to continue fostering a positive and engaging work environment, especially with remote teams. 00:15:34 - Importance of Sales Channels and BDRs Hannah discusses the importance of utilizing multiple sales channels and the role of BDRs in self-sourcing deals. She emphasizes the need for a combination of different channels based on the organization and buyer preferences. 00:17:22 - Human-to-Human Engagement in Sales The discussion delves into the significance of real human-to-human engagement in sales, particularly at events, through cold calls, and on social media. The emphasis is on genuine connections and meaningful interactions. 00:18:22 - The Future of Sales and AI Hannah highlights the importance of human-assisted AI in the sales process, where technology assists in gathering data and providing suggestions, but the human touch remains essential for meaningful engagement. 00:21:55 - Evolution of Intent Signals and AI-Driven Approach The conversation delves into the shift from old-school intent models to modern AI-driven approaches, emphasizing the depth and richness of intent signals and their impact on generating high-quality pipeline for sales teams. 00:26:05 - Importance of Preparation for Sales Calls Preparation is key before a discovery call or cold call to prevent hang-ups. Having all information in one place helps customize emails and improve engagement. 00:26:56 - Addressing Pipeline Development Issues New CROs should prioritize pipeline assessment. Looking at inbound and outbound segments helps identify and fix pipeline issues. 00:28:53 - Leveraging LinkedIn for Pipeline Development Consistent LinkedIn engagement and authentic, personalized posts from SDRs and customers can drive inbound leads and improve sales engagement. 00:32:33 - Social Engagement Challenges and Solutions Many reps struggle with posting and commenting on social media. AI tools like Flypost help streamline content creation and humanize engagement with prospects. 00:38:12 - Reimagining SDR-to-AE Ratio Nooks has a unique SDR-to-AE ratio based on pipeline generation and conversion rates, challenging traditional ratio-based structures. Tailoring team size to pipeline economics has been successful for Nooks. 00:39:02 - Importance of Hiring the Right Model Hannah discusses the importance of hiring the right model for their organization and how they constantly monitor and replicate successful models. They focus on investing in SDR organization to make them more productive using technology. 00:39:53 - Connecting with Hannah Mario asks Hannah the best way to connect with her. She suggests reaching out to her on LinkedIn and emphasizes the importance of a personalized connection request referencing the podcast. 00:41:03 - Favorite Movie and Personal Insight Hannah shares her all-time favorite movie, Elf, and how it always makes her laugh. Mario highlights the importance of mentioning Elf when reaching out to Hannah, providing a personal touch in sales interactions. 00:41:44 - Podcast Closing and Call to Action Mario thanks the audience for listening and encourages them to leave a 5-star rating and review for the podcast. He also promotes the use of FlyMSG to increase productivity. Reimagining Team Structure for Results Nooks challenges traditional sales models with a unique SDR-to-AE ratio, tailoring team size based on pipeline generation and conversion rates. This innovative approach, combined with a focus on hiring the right talent and investing in productivity tools, has fueled their sales success. Building a Winning Sales Culture The episode emphasizes the importance of cultivating a vibrant calling culture and using multiple sales channels. Consistent preparation, personalized outreach, and embracing technology like AI-driven coaching and content tools empower teams to create genuine connections and drive better results. The resources mentioned in this episode are: Connect with Hannah Willson on LinkedIn and mention specific insights from the Modern Selling podcast to start a meaningful conversation. Download FlyMSG at flymsg.io to save 20 hours or more in a month and increase productivity with a free text expander and personal writing assistant. Give the Modern Selling Podcast a five-star rating and review on iTunes to show support and help others discover the valuable content. Reach out to Nooks for more information on their comprehensive AI platform for outbound-related activities, such as parallel dialer, AI bots for coaching, and AI prospector tool for automated list building and research. Watch the movie Elf for a good laugh and a fun time. Enjoy unlimited access until May 30th Enjoy unlimited access until May 30th Enjoy unlimited access until May 30th
In this episode, Kelsi Sheren discusses the troubling rise of euthanasia deaths in Canada under the Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) program. She highlights the alarming statistics, the social factors contributing to individuals choosing euthanasia, and the ethical implications of expanding the program to include those with mental illness and minors. Kelsi calls for a reevaluation of how society addresses mental health and social support, urging listeners to advocate for compassion and treatment rather than death as a solution.00:00 Introduction and Overview of MAID01:25 The Alarming Rise of Euthanasia in Canada05:05 Social Factors Influencing Euthanasia Choices09:35 Ethical Concerns and the Future of MAID11:02 Call to Action and ConclusionSubstack: https://substack.com/@kelsisheren - - - - - - - - - - - -SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS - - - - - - - - - - - -RHO Nutrition - Code: KELSI20 - https://rhonutrition.com/KELSIXX-XY Athletics - Code: KELSI20 - https://www.xx-xyathletics.com/?sca_ref=7336247.FtJS2YUK4OKetone IQ- 30% off with code KELSI - https://ketone.com/KELSIGood Livin- 20% off with code KELSI - https://www.itsgoodlivin.com/?ref=KELSIBrass & Unity - 20% off with code UNITY - http://brassandunity.com - - - - - - - - - - - - -SHOPB&U Jewelry & Eyewear: https://brassandunity.com - - - - - - - - - - - - -Follow #thekelsisherenperspective- - - - - - - - - - - - -CHARITYHeroic Hearts Project - https://www.heroicheartsproject.orgHonour House Society - https://www.honourhouse.caAll Secure Foundation - http://allsecurefoundation.orgDefenders of Freedom -https://www.defendersoffreedom.usBoot Campaign - https://bootcampaign.org
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Exploring a Use Case of Artificial Intelligence Assistance with Understanding an Attack Jennifer Wilson took a weird string found in a recent honeypot sample and worked with ChatGPT to figure out what it is all about. https://isc.sans.edu/diary/%5BGuest%20Diary%5D%20Exploring%20a%20Use%20Case%20of%20Artificial%20Intelligence%20Assistance%20with%20Understanding%20an%20Attack/31980 Ransomware Deployed via SimpleHelp Vulnerabilities Ransomware actors are using vulnerabilities in SimpleHelp to gain access to victim s networks via MSPs. The exploited vulnerabilities were patched in January. https://news.sophos.com/en-us/2025/05/27/dragonforce-actors-target-simplehelp-vulnerabilities-to-attack-msp-customers/ OS Command Injection in Everetz Equipment Broadcast equipment manufactured by Everetz is susceptible to an OS command injection vulnerability. Everetz has not responded to researchers reporting the vulnerability so far and there is no patch available. https://www.onekey.com/resource/security-advisory-remote-code-execution-on-evertz-svdn-cve-2025-4009
Jim talks with Daniel Rodriguez about the state of AI software development and its implementation in industry. They discuss Daniel's background at Microsoft & Anaconda, transformer-based technologies, software engineering as hard vs soft science, vibe coding, barriers to entry in software engineering, cognitive styles needed for programming, Daniel's history with LLMs, unit testing & test-driven development with AI, social aspects of AI adoption, quality concerns & technical debt, style consistency & aesthetics, approaches to steering LLMs through roles & personas, philosophical perspectives on LLM consciousness & intelligence, personification & interaction styles, memory & conversation history in models, agent-based systems & their historical origins, the future of agent frameworks, customer/user interaction within agent ecosystems, distributed systems, future predictions about inference costs & protocols, IDEs & linting tools, and much more. Episode Transcript JRS EP 289 - Adam Levine on AI-Powered Programming for Non-Developers Daniel Rodriguez is Chief Architect and acting Technical Lead at r.Potential, the first enterprise platform for optimizing hybrid teams of humans and digital workers. As the venture's overall technical architect, he designs and integrates a full stack of AI systems, combining Agentforce with advanced data, simulation, and orchestration technologies to bring that vision to life. Before r.Potential, Daniel bootstrapped and scaled retrieval-augmented AI services and agentic infrastructure at Anaconda. Earlier, at Microsoft, he maintained Azure TypeScript SDKs and co-created Visual Studio Code's Jupyter and Data Wrangler extensions, expanding cloud and data-science workflows.